FFT Ollie - Amiable
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Script
Soon, the renovations on Celestine's house is coming to an end. Tomorrow is the day that Ollie goes home.
You: I don't want Ollie to go...
Today, you reach Artem's house early in the morning and join hands with Artem to make Ollie a delicious breakfast.
Seeing the white ball of fluff gulping down her food, you and Artem are delighted, but somehow, you feel that something's missing.
You: It feels somewhat lacking for a big day like today...
Your eyes search for Artem, who is packing up some items for Ollie to take home.
When you see Artem pick up a box, an idea comes to mind.
You: Artem, I have an idea.
Artem stops and throws you an inquiring look. You walk over and take the box in his hands.
You: Why don't we let Ollie decide how to spend the day?
Ollie sits in front of a row of colorful buttons, focusing her attention on the sound that each button makes.
This is a set of dog buttons. Pressing the buttons will call out words that the dog is familiar with, such as "food" and "walk."
You and Artem press the buttons one by one to familiarize Ollie with the command that each button represents.
You: Ollie, have you decided what you want to do?
Ollie tilts her head, looking at the buttons, not understanding what she should do.
You: Artem, can Ollie really understand us?
Artem: Give her more time. Ollie clearly responded to the sound associated with the command. Perhaps she's thinking it over?
As soon as Artem says that, Ollie begins to move. She walks over to the green button and presses it with her paw.
Ollie: Woof!
The unexpected choice catches you and Artem by surprise, judging by the shocked expressions.
He looks at you and shakes his head slightly, knowing what you want to ask him.
Artem: I never taught this command to Ollie, so she must have learned from Celestine.
Neither of you understand Ollie's choice, but you choose to honor her wish.
Home Theater
A documentary about dogs is playing on the big screen in the studio. Ollie lays between you and Artem, watching intently.
You and Artem were doubtful when Ollie pressed the "movie" button. But now it's confirmed...
You: (It seems like Ollie really enjoys watching movies...)
Your thought is interrupted when Ollie suddenly jumps up excitedly on the sofa, barking at the screen.
Ollie: Woof, woof!
You: What's going on with Ollie?
A Schnauzer with long eyelashes is showing on the screen.
Ollie turns around anxiously, circling the screen a few times, almost as if she wants to go inside the movie and see the Schnauzer.
Artem: Maybe... she's expressing affection for the Schnauzer?
Artem and you exchange a look, a hint of uncertainty in your eyes.
The film continues to play, and Ollie is excited whenever that Schnauzer appears.
You: ...
Artem: ...
You: I think Ollie might be in love.
Artem pets Ollie on her furry head, speaking in a gentle tone.
Artem: Ollie, you shouldn't act boorish when you see someone you fancy. You got to be nice and patient.
Ollie: Woof!
Artem: And love isn't a simple matter. You have to take things one step at a time...
You: (I can't believe Artem has become Ollie's love mentor...)
In the dark room, Artem's low voice occasionally rings in your ear.
His long fingers run through Ollie's fur. Seeing that makes you want to pet Ollie too.
Your and Artem's hands occasionally touch.
The movie is long, and you try to fight the drowsiness. Eventually, your head leans on Artem's shoulder.
The next day, the morning light illuminates the whole room. You push open the doors and find the living room empty.
You: Is Artem still asleep?
You: (I must have fallen asleep last night while watching the movie. I don't know what happened after that... But it seems like Artem slept late again...)
You head upstairs to the bedroom on the second floor.
You: Eh?
The scene before you is strangely familiar.
Artem sleeps on his side facing you, still in the same protective position. In the gentle light, the white ball of fluff stands out.
You: Pfft—
Ollie was back to her old ways, arrogantly placing her paw on Artem's face.
You: (It seems Ollie loves to play tricks on Artem, just like her master...)
You: (I was too overwhelmed last time to capture this scene... It would be a shame to miss the opportunity again.)
With that in mind, you take out your phone and approach the bed slowly. Then, you adjust the angle and capture the scene on the bed.
Click—
You: (Oh no, I forgot to turn off the sound!)
However, it's too late. The camera shutter wakes Artem up, who responds with soft gasp.
Artem: Hmm...
You: Sorry to wake you.
Artem shakes his head, showing you that it's okay.
Artem: It's about time I should wake up. The shutter served well as my wake-up alarm.
Ollie, who is in Artem's arms, suddenly rolls over.
Artem: For some reason, Ollie wouldn't go to sleep last night. She hasn't been like that in a while.
You: Maybe it's because... Ollie sensed something and was acting cute with you?
Artem scratches Ollie's chin and speaks in a gentle tone.
Artem: It seems Ollie doesn't want to leave either.
Suddenly, the alarm clock rings. Artem turns it off and looks at you.
Soon, you and Artem will need to take Ollie back to Celestine's house. Despite not wanting to part with Ollie, you still keep your spirits up.
Artem: It's almost time. Let's get ready.
You: Yeah, let me pack up a few things, and we can go.
On the way home, Ollie lays quietly on her stomach, looking listless.
You: Artem, does Ollie know that we're about to take her home?
Artem looks at Ollie, who is also looking back at him.
The silent confrontation between man and dog makes the atmosphere somewhat depressing.
You: Why don't you... try comfort Ollie?
You rummage through a bag for the pet sound communicator and hand it to Artem.
Artem takes it and thinks for a moment before pressing the button.
Artem: Ollie, I'll come and visit you often.
The communicator converts what Artem said into a series of barks and plays it.
Ollie's ears perk up, and she listens until the end. Her tail, which had been hanging low, wags happily.
Ollie: Woof!
You: She understood!
Artem smiles as he pets Ollie, who responds by licking Artem's palm. Ollie is looking much happier than before.
You: Ollie, we'll visit you often.
