Escaping the city had been a fun adventure, ditching the collar even more so. She had left that under the couch in Devin's apartment. He'd find it eventually, and if he didn't, well, she knew where it was. Most importantly, she also knew how to get back. She trotted down the well trodden path to the head just in time to catch sense of joyous enthusiasm. Then, of course, came the triumphant sounds of a young boy shouting that joy to the world. Meira sat back on her haunches, head tipped, then shook herself and continued down the path.

What's so beautiful? She asked as she approached, tail waving ever so slightly.