"You mean, of all the things, that story is one of the true ones?" she asks, a mildly horrified look on her face.

Accompanied by a highly amused smile.

She shakes her head, rubbing Nova's muzzle affectionately when the secret sugar is gone.

"You sure you still trust me with this fella?" she asks, just once more to make sure. There's nuzzling from Nova's end, as he insistently seeks out more affection from the lady with the treats.