Elaine let out a little shriek as Much's hug took her feet off the ground, but she laughed gaily. Her cat jumped free and sat on the path washing her paws neatly.
"Hello! Oh my goodness! How lovely to meet you!" She was happy to hug Much back. "We brought food! We didn't want to arrive empty-handed, it just wouldn't do. Do you like apple and strawberry tart?" she asked Much, much amused by him.