Simon always had trouble going on dates because he was just too attached to his dog. Dinner dates, movie dates, or anything in public just didn’t work out because he always wanted to bring his dog. He couldn’t stand the thought of his dog being left all alone at home.

You had scheduled a date with him before and told him you’d come over to pick him up. You rang his doorbell, and he answered the door almost instantly. He didn’t have his balaclava on. The second the door opened wide enough, his German Sheppard got excited and jumped on you.

“Riley… get off.” Simon gently pulled his dog back by the collar. The dog was named after him.

“I’m sorry. I hope you don’t mind if I brought him with us…” He apologized sheepishly, feeling bad for not telling you sooner.