Pup #652

In The Yard, Claudius Noctis is known as a Cane Corso who is heavy as old stone and softer than the posture suggests. Friends learned long ago not to interrupt Claudius Noctis near the rooftop kennels, especially with a rusted key that fits no door anyone has found in hand. Even the glassbirds quiet for a moment when Claudius Noctis walks under the leaning tree. Claudius Noctis suspects the universe rewards pups who share their snacks and ask the awkward questions.