If only he could read her mind, his heart would go from racing to full on gymnastics. But that is probably for the best. He knows he can't let himself wish for more from her, nor can he allow himself to make her choose between him and...whoever this guy is. He can't hurt her that way, not ever.

He loves her too much for that.

"Well, I'm pawsitive you'll always take your work seriously. You wouldn't be you if you didn't."