Emily found her in the most unexpected spots—under the couch, hiding behind the curtains, or basking in a warm patch of sunlight by the window. It was as if Tubby was exploring the house anew, just as Emily was rediscovering parts of herself that she had forgotten.
Every so often, Emily would hear the soft sound of Tubby shuffling around. A noise that had once terrified her now brought a smile to his face. She couldn’t help but chuckle at how she had let herself get so scared by something as innocent as his childhood pet.