Gemotions

The chihuahua, a tiny tyrant, was barking at him from across the fence. Its owner, a flamboyant man who loved to garden, had apparently not understood that his dog’s incessant escapes were a problem.

He narrowed his eyes. He’d made it clear. He’d put up the fence for a reason: privacy, tranquility. Now he had to deal with this endless loop of escape and frustration.

He leaned against his fence, a slow, deliberate movement. He would not be defeated. He'd find a way to resolve this issue and preserve his peaceful backyard.