Before anyone could question him further, Riley reached down and grabbed Fluffy, who had been lazily curled up near his side. He tugged the creature into his arms and turned on his heels, ready to make a swift exit.
"Come on, Fluffy, let's go for a walk," he said nonchalantly, as if the entire room wasn't waiting to pounce on him with questions.
But Riley knew well enough to get out before the inevitable barrage began. He moved quickly, dodging the curious stares and the burning questions that were sure to come.
As he walked out of the room, he could hear the low murmurs of the group behind him, still grappling with the shock of Eve's transformation.
The questions would come later, he knew that for certain. But for now, he was free from the inquisitive eyes of the others.
"Isn't she amazing?" Riley muttered to Fluffy as they strolled through the corridors, a hint of pride in his voice.
