Enter a boy and his dog.

[notahugfan]

At this very moment in the town of Coeur d'Coeurs, Young Ned was 9 years, 27 weeks, 6 days, and 3 minutes old. His dog, Digby, was 3 years, 2 weeks, 6 days, 5 hours, and 9 minutes old...and not a minute older.Digby loved to play, and loved to play with Ned. Running down the hill from Ned's house, Digby crossed into a highway where an 18-wheeler

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[got_red]

This isn't the first time Shaun's seen a kid at Milliways, but the ones he's met have usually had adults with them.

"You alright, kid?"

[notahugfan]

Ned is a little awed, taking in his new surroundings with a mixture of trepidation and curiosity.

"I'm new here."

With just a hint of obvious.

[got_red]

He manages a bit of a smile.

"Guessed as much. Most people don't expect to wander in here."

[notahugfan]

"Where is...here, mister?"

Digby would like to know too, as he's now moved closer to Shaun and found a comfortable spot between Ned and the man.

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"Milliways. It's a pub at the end of the universe."

He always feels a bit silly saying that last bit.

"And I'm Shaun."

[notahugfan]

"My name is Ned. This is Digby."

Digby woofs appropriately on cue.

"Milliways is a funny name. What do you do here?"

The word 'pub' doesn't parse for possibly-American nine year olds.

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"Well, the bar'll give you food and drinks if you want anything. And there's rooms upstairs if you get tired."

He looks down at the dog. Cute.

"There's also a lake out back, but the weather's a bit chilly."

[notahugfan]

It's hardly ever cold in Coeurs d'Coeurs, as evidenced by Ned's short sleeved shirt and light clothing.

"I guess I should wait to go outside, then."

Digby looks disappointed at this, but doesn't comment.

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"Yeah."

This doesn't leave him with much else to say, unfortunately. There's not a lot for a solitary kid (and his dog) to do inside.

"Hey, you want anything to eat? First order's free."