[ had been napping on the couch, hand dangling to rest on Beagle's back, but the pop of Marianne's presence woke her. she had lain and "watched", feeling the presence move until it approached the house. then she had looked for the boy, only to feel him nowhere nearby.
she finally rises and moves to the kitchen after she hears the door open. ]
This is bold, even for you. [ mild; leans against the doorway, hands clasped in front of her. ]