"I think you would know if he had been there for long. Strange the box only just appeared and you weren't aware of it. All of these boxes simply arrive, with no fanfare or announcement. We at least realize the boxes are there. I should hate to imagine what would happen if it sat there for days." But how did they come there? She could ask the question, but it was what they all wondered, it would only be repetitive.

She shook her head, brushing down her skirts as she got to her feet. "There is no reason to apologize. He's eager." She reached out to scratch his ears once more. "Will you take him hunting with you?"