A Wildlife Expert Arrives
When the wildlife expert arrived, she studied the creatures closely, her expression unreadable. After several minutes, she turned to Lily and her parents. “These aren’t puppies,” she confirmed. “They’re young foxes.” Lily gasped. Foxes? She had heard about them, but never imagined she had been caring for wild fox kits. The expert’s eyes softened as she added, “You’ve done well to keep them safe, but they need to return to the wild.”
Heartbreak and Understanding
Tears welled up in Lily’s eyes as she absorbed the news. “I love them,” she whispered, her voice shaking. The expert smiled kindly. “That’s clear. Your love and care kept them alive. But foxes are wild animals, and they need space to roam and learn how to fend for themselves.” Lily wiped her eyes, her heart heavy but understanding the truth. Letting go would be hard, but it was what was best for them.