considering how to make this work.

[purebred]

It's awfully kind of you to want to send me someplace to play...

But what will happen to the baby while I'm away?

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[orestes]

[Well no, he didn't introduce himself immediately to a dog. That would be weird.]

Enjolras. And what may I call you?

[purebred]

My name is Lady.

[She shakes back her ears to proudly showcase her collar and license.]

[orestes]

[Yeah no that's weird, this is officially weird. It's probably obvious from the look on his face that this is weird. Weird weird weird.]

... Pleased to meet you, Lady. Now we know each other's names and nothing else. Would you still feel comfortable leaving your baby in my care?

[purebred]

Would you be able to protect him from those terrible cats?

[Main criteria tbh.]

[orestes]

Cats? [He repeats the word with just a little incredulity.] Yes, I suppose so. Though I think you ought be a little more selective.

[purebred]

Oh? What should I be looking for, would you say?

[orestes]

Someone who has demonstrated his loyalty to you in the past. Someone whose name you have known for more than a few minutes, perhaps.

[purebred]

I can't think of anybody like that.

[So sadly:]

Not anybody here, at least.