“No!” I answered almost immediately. I start massaging his arms down and up. I tried not to anger him as I put on a sad face and began to be dramatic for him to pity me. I am hoping my acting will touch his heart and allow me to pass. “You know that no one wants to play nor be friends with me. I am different and weak and because of it, I am avoided by other Foxes. This is why I always sneak into the human world. It is my way of expressing my freedom. When I am in that world, I don’t worry about anything. Ever since I became orphaned, I have been left in my Pops’ care. I didn’t have the chance to meet my parents but— it does not matter. I’m used to it and even you, you are bullying me.” My voice cracked and my eyes became blurry because of the tears about to come out. I lowered my head as I

