(Pita's P.O.V.)

I grunted slightly as I stretched my arms after I hung up my suit and hat. "I'm home!". I waited a moment then I heard Helga call out, "In the backyard!". I walked on, grew curious when I heard a weak yip accompanied by a bark. I looked outside to see Helga sitting upon her favorite outdoor seat which was the hanging hammock chair, smiling at her joyful face, a teal tank top over brownish tan breeze pants. I saw Tod yipping and meowing as he was in a playful stance, bowing. I'd never imagine seeing Tod so, so playful. Sure, he can be energetic oftentimes, but he was never playful that I could see until now.

A bark sounded out, and from the corner around the side of the yard, came a dog that I'd recognize anytime. "Why is Kibbles doing here?". I murmured to Helga when I got closer. She looked at me, half smiled, half smirked. "He has a different name now, and Kherpe disowned him when we found out this morning after being called.".

I glanced at Tod swatting playfully at the laying dog, showing his underbelly, his ears flapping out. I spoke, "Give me the blunt word.". Helga chuckled, "They are gay.". I widened my eyes, gaping in surprise, and blinked. "Well, Leana would have said something about this, and she'd be happy to see that our guest dog is finally having a happy ending.".

"No, happy beginnings. His name is Copper.". Helga concluded. I grinned, looking at the couple; unique yet different. Some people could be disgusted at seeing a cat and a dog together as becomingly mates, but not me, or Helga. It's amazing that she has went through so much, yet she literally lives for this century, than back in the 20th century that I could figure.

-A month later- (Helga's P.O.V.)

I sighed heavily as I finished a paper for one of my online classes, closing down the computer, still unbelieving in the fact that you can go to college without leaving home almost all the time. I was delighted to know that women are equal even more to men in this century, and I am happy to know I am having a easier time with the college fee, for Pita has done me quite a favor, and got me papers that said that I was in the military as a spy-mercenary.

I was going for criminology which is a amazing category all by itself. I knew I can excel in that, and Pita knew that as well, so he was happy to support me. I got up, wearing my usual casual clothes through I had my hair into the familiar braid I liked. Pita was walking Copper while Tod was somewhere lounging, probably on the couch again.

I grabbed a cup, rang up some coffee from the coffee machine, sipping as my exhaustion is going away slowly. Then I heard the doorbell ring. I checked the door hole, and scoffed lightly as Kherpe was outside, and I then remembered the voice recorder hidden inside a lampshade as I had the feeling that Kherpe will be over here one day or another. I clicked it on quickly, then opened the door, "What brings you here, Kherpe?".

"What, I couldn't be of some company, Helga?". Kherpe smiled politely with a smile. I sighed, "Would you care for some coffee?" as I gestured for her to come in. I can only hope that Tod won't disturb us, knowing that Kherpe will insult him. I know Pita told me to stay away from Kherpe, but how would I, when she invited herself into the house, plus I knew she will tell everybody if I refused to let her in. At least Pita is away, busy to check for traps in the forest as he heard that there were some unlicensed hunters trespassing into the forest. Please, do not let Kherpe stay long otherwise I won't tolerate her, I hope.