Riza stops in her tracks, the puppy pawing at her leg enthusiastically. She doesn't mind, stooping so she can scratch the dog's ears. She's yet to see the pets-for-food booth, but she'll certainly end up with a dog of her own when she does.

"It seems your friend here wanted to say hello."

Scratching puppy ears at least keeps him in place, making it easy for Garrette catch up.