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to safety
One thing about being a silverback. That strength-of-eight-men thing can
come in handy.
Ivan starts with the bunny and the dachshund, one in each arm, along with the
two cats perched on his shoulder and head.
One more trip, this time with the beagle and Snickers, and then Boss and me
are on our way. Ruby holds tight to Gray Muzzle’s collar and he manages to
paddle alongside her, using Ruby as ballast.
It takes us a while to cross the street—the current’s swift, and the water’s up
to Ruby’s neck in places.
“Ivan,” I ask as we approach the other side, “did they find George and Julia?”
“They’re okay. A little banged up, but fine. They made it safely to a keepers’
shed. Tree fell and blocked the door.”