enduringreaper:

“You know I detest dogs, Slingby. Astaire is not a monster, treat him with kindness and he can be rather pleasant." 

"An’ I’ll ne'er understand why. Dogs are s’ much more loyal than cats. Sure, cats are cleaner, bu’ they scratch an’ bite.” Eric made toward the door. “I’m plenty kind tae tha’ beast." 

© OCTOMOOSEY