The puppy squirmed in Atlas' arms, making Minerva want to hold the puppy as well but instead she kept paying attention to Octavius. "Did you miss me too, boy?" she murmured to the older dog and he panted and made a whining yawn in return to her question.
Atlas was shirtless, and she could see that he was more toned than before - even though before he was quite fit. "Whatever you are doing, it's working," she told him shyly.
Minerva smiled. "I'd suggest taking my top off to make you feel better, but I think that it wouldn't be a good idea," she said to him. She sighed, hugging him and his arms felt good around her. He was warm - so very warm.
"Out here is fine for now. Besides, you'll still have to blacken the windows because drapes won't be enough," she murmured. "Can you just hold me for right now?"