MJ huddled into the Owlery. It was freezing and she had so many layers on she could barely bend her elbows, neck and knees. Little Muffin was huddled into her shoulder. Avis still hadn't totally accepted him, but MJ could see that he had a certain big brotherly protective feeling developing towards the little ball of green fluff.
"Avis; I have a mail job for you!" She called. To her surprise, he was his usual affectionate self towards both her, AND Muffin!! MJ grinned at the big barn owl. Muffin hopped up and down, and Avis hooted excitedly and flew round in circles. MJ gave him her letter and took him to the window. He even looked back and hooted before he disappeared from view.
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