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Chapter 3 (Sunflower seeds vs. Blueberries)

"I love the sound of rushing water."

"What was that dear?"

"Nothing mom" Judy went back to washing the dishes after dinner on her third day home. She focus on the rushing water in the sink, the sound always calmed her thoughts. Judy didn't want to think of a certain lying, deceiving, good for nothing fox.

"Honey, I think that plate is clean enough."

Judy hadn't realized how hard she was scrubbing. She sighed and set the plate on the drying rack.

"Sorry mom."

Judy's mother looked at her daughter with concern.

"Are you sure you're doing alright dear. Is there anything bothering you back in the big city?" Judy didn't want to lie to her mother, but she also wasn't sure how her parents would take the news of her dating her police partner, especially because he's a fox.

"I can't really talk about it."

"It's about a man isn't it?"

"Mom!"

"Well you're at that age where you should be settling down. Is it someone we know?"

"No mom, I really can't say."

"Well if you won't talk to me about it then make sure to talk to someone. You can't keep things bottled up Judy. You'll end up breaking my dishes." She smiled and put a paw on her daughters shoulder.

"I will."

"Why don't you do me a favor and go into town for some groceries."

"Groceries? It's pretty late, are there even any shops open?"

"It's only 8, and there's this new shop down the street and around the corner, it's called "Reynard". You'll love it! I need a few ingredients for a special cake I'm making for the Annual Bunny Burrow Fair."

"The Fair?" Judy had completely forgotten about it. As soon as she started her training to be a police officer, any fun events from her childhood were out of the question. Judy's mom handed her a list, some money, a basket, and a warm coat. Then pushed her out the door.

"Hurry back sweetie!" she called after her.

Judy shook her head in amusement. She counted the streetlights as she walked, looking out for the shop her mother spoke of. When she turned the corner, it wasn't difficult to spot. It was the only store with lights still on. Judy jogged over to the store but was stopped when she heard a familiar voice.

"Hey you! What do you think you're doing?"

Judy turned to see a black sheep dressed in what looked like a ranger uniform trot up to her.

"Sharla? Is that you?"

"Judy? Why I haven't seen you in ages!" the two hugged.

"What have you been up to? Is that a badge I see?" Judy asked with a satisfied smile. Sharla giggled.

"Yeah! You've inspired a lot of animals Judy. Even when we were kids you inspired me. A few weeks ago, I decided I wanted to make this town a better place, so I enter the local law enforcement team."

"That is wonderful Sharla!" Judy's smile quickly faded when she realized something. The shop her mother told her about was in front of them, and who should pass by the window: none other than their old school bully, Gideon Grey. Their eyes met, and he smiled and waved. Judy had come to an understanding with Gideon, she forgave all of his past bullying. But he had picked on Sharla in grade school as well. "I should really get going, but we should defiantly get together while I'm in town." Judy was about to walk away.

"That sounds great!" Sharla grabbed her wrist, "Oh, but Judy, I still have to give you a ticket."

"A ticket? For what?"

"Well, that's why I stopped you. You're out after curfew." Sharla took out a pen and a pad.

"What curfew?"

"It was initiated a while back, all animals must be indoors by 8. No exceptions."

"What."

"Oh come on Sharla, give her a break." A voice interrupted. Sharla jumped up and quickly scurried behind Judy. Force of habit.

"Stay out of this G-Gideon." She said. He was standing in the doorway of the shop.

"Judy has probably only been back a few days, she doesn't know the new enforcements yet."

"There are no exceptions to the rule." Sharla was getting her nerves under control and stepping up to Gideon.

"The rule says that all animals must be indoors by 8, well she was indoors by 8. Gideon grabbed Judy's arm and pulled her into the shop.

"That's not how it works, I caught her outside after 8, so she's getting a ticket." Sharla said firmly. She began furiously scribbling onto her pad, but Gideon reached over and held it out of her reach. "Give it back!" she began hopping up and down for her pad. Judy suddenly had a flashback to grade school. Her blood started to boil.

"Stop!" Judy glared at the two of them and they froze. She turned to Gideon, "Please give it back." Gideon and Sharla still held Judy's gaze, so Sharla was unprepared when Gideon dropped the pad of paper. It landed on her head and fell to the floor.

"Ow! You did that on purpose!" Judy got in between the two before things could escalate. She looked at Sharla.

"How much is the ticket? I will pay it. I didn't know the new law, but that doesn't make me exempt from it." Sharla looked down, embarrassed.

"I'm sorry Judy. It's a $300 fine." Judy's eyes went wide. Sharla turned away. "But it's only 8:07, so I'll just let you off with a warning." Sharla then quickly trotted away. Gideon chuckled.

"What's so funny?" Judy said, suddenly realized how close she was to him. She backed away a few steps.

"It just reminds me of old times." He smiled. Judy rolled her eyes.

"You know, not all of us look back on those memories fondly." Judy lightly punched him in the arm.

"So what brings you by so late?" Judy walked ahead of him into the shop and was overwhelmed by the amazing aroma of baked goods.

"My mom needs some ingredients for a cake." She looked around. "When did you start working here?"

"Ever since it opened." He shrugged.

"And the owner has you working this late?" Judy absentmindedly started placing ingredients on the list into her basket.

"Well, I can work whenever I want actually." Judy looked back at Gideon. "I own the place."

"That's amazing Gideon. I'm happy for you." She smiled, then looked back down at her list.

"Need help finding anything?" he asked.

"Just some sunflower seeds." It was the last thing on the list. Gideon moved behind the counter.

"Ah, I keep them on the shelf up here. I assume this is for your mom's specialty Carrot cake? She always wants the seeds on from the top shelf." Gideon pulled out a step stool and grabbed the jar down. He filled a small bag then handed it to Judy. "Here ya go."

"Thank you." She smiled, "Yes, I guess my mother is entering her Carrot Cake in the Fair this year."

"That's right. We'll be competing against each other this year. I'm entering my blueberry pie. Everyone seems to like it so I thought I might as well."

"Is that what that wonderful smell is?"

"Yes ma'am. I just took the last batch out of the oven." Gideon paused. "Would you care for a slice?"

"I couldn't, I only have enough for these." Judy place her basket on the counter, along with the money. Gideon waved at her.

"Aw, don't even worry about it. It's on the house." He disappeared for a moment and returned shortly with a small box that had a simple design on it. He handed her the box and she smiled.

"Thank you Gideon." She finished her purchase and headed for the door. Before she left, Gideon called after her.

"Hey Judy, I'm sorry about before." He indicated outside, what happened with Sharla. "Ever since that sheep's been patrolling, she seems to bust people especially around my shop."

"It's okay Gideon. I've had my fair share of trouble with sheep."

"Will I see you at the fair?" he asked with a smirk. Judy looked down.

"Maybe" then she left.