Axel had put an arm around Kevin's shoulders. He knew exactly what Kevin felt, as he was an orphan too. He had also dreamed of having a family or at least someone to love, but the fear of abandonment was too great for him to dare take that risk.
And anyway, apart from Alan and Erik, his boyfriend, whom he considered as brothers, no one else had ever managed to get his attention - no one except Kevin.
His thoughts were interrupted by Douglas, who had stood up and asked everyone to join their shifts. Alan left first, and Axel realized he still had his arm around Kevin's shoulders. He withdrew his arm, and before he could say anything, Kevin asked him, "Will you still agree? I really want to see you in your wolf form."
Axel ruffled his hair and said happily, "Of course I still agree. Come back here at 6 PM; that's about the time my shift will be done. Then, we'll go into the woods - it will be more convenient for me."
