Akeila whimpered as Jacob yelped, "Stay still." she commanded gently. She didn't know whether or not he had strained his neck too look at Cassidy or at her. She licked his cheek, wiping away the tears.
Akeila looked at Jacob then at Cassidy, Would he choose her? She rested her head on his neck, and quietly whined, longing to see his eyes, and hear his voice.