Linus slipped away to retrieve his homework when the playground was most crowded. He was on his last economics question when a small shadow covered him. Little hands tugged on his pant-leg. "Hmm?" he looked at Bailee.
"Sleepy", she forced her way between his legs and rested her head on his chest.
"I hear you", he chuckled. The dark-haired wolf stuffed his book back into his bag. He slung his bag over one shoulder and lifted Bailee with his other arm. Linus wondered if he spoiled her too much or was this okay?
He'd find out another day.
Linus looked about as they left but saw no sign of Liam. He probably left already. They hadn't left the hall of the daycare but Bailee was sound asleep on his shoulder. She tuckered out faster than he's used to. She didn't stay asleep for very long. A
