***
"You can open your eyes now, darling. We are already here." Said Roger, parking the car in his usual spot and turning to the tense girl. Merry let out a breath and cautiously opened one eye to check if he was telling the truth.
"How can you be such a scary cat, while being a fierce she-wolf." He mocked, pinching her cheek. She immediately smacked it away, pouting.
"I love speed only when I'm the one running through the forest. You too squealed like a girl, riding my back, so don't be so cocky now! "She snapped back, stepping out of the car.
"I did no such a thing!" replied Roger with fake indignation, following her. "You're just making it up now. I was brave and rode you like a warrior!"
***
At work, Merry was greeted by complete silence. Even Anita did not instantly find the words.
