The memories were too much. She couldn’t help it, she started to cry. Her body shook with her sobs. Dan gathered her in. enfolding her with his arms. She buried her face in his fur. feeling it go damp with her tears. He stroked her back, saying nothing until she quieted. When she regained control of herself, he released her and took a step back as if fearing to impose on her. She felt chili without his warm fur meshing with hers.