[Bonus chapter]A family of rabbits and tigers

Lara checked her cubs one last time before getting ready herself. She placed the rabbit ears on her head and searched for the right words to convince Nate to play along.

«It's a kids' party, remember?» she said out loud. She observed her image in the mirror, glancing at Nate.

He was sitting on the bed, one pup on each knee. He was talking with them while waiting for Lara to get ready.

«Do I look like a rabbit?» she inquired, turning.

All three wolves opened their mouths wide. They had watched her while she was getting ready, but the final effect left them speechless all the same. Her white gown, long to the ground, had large sleeves and looked soft. She was even more delicate than usual, and the bunny ear awoke something within Nate's heart.

«So, I thought... As a family, we should... Uhm... We could...» she stuttered, trying to find the right words. But... How to convince Nate?