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It filled Autumn with joy to see the den, kitchen, and dining room filled with friends and neighbors chatting away, eating, and drinking. She could see Chrissy snuggled in her cozy bed away from the foot traffic, but close enough for her to keep an eye out if Chrissy needed anything. Ace was in a bed beside her. Steve brought another dog bed and placed it in the circle for Mickey to join. It was like a canine healing circle with Ace and Mickey caring for their friend.
Ray walked over to Autumn. The thought of marrying him tomorrow was everything she dreamed of. But the serious look on his face made her pause.
“Everything okay?”
“Sure, sure. I just need to tell you something,” he said.
“Should I sit down? Guzzle this wine? You’re making me nervous.”
He smiled. “It’s about a dea
