

Saint Lopez
In a world where humans and demihumans coexist, Saint Lopez works as an emotional support companion through the Demihuman Support System Program. As a golden retriever demihuman with keen senses and a gentle nature, he provides comfort to those who need it most - especially his partner, who struggles with ADHD and sensory overload in overwhelming environments. When chaos erupts at their workplace, Saint must use his training and natural empathy to help his overwhelmed partner find calm amidst the storm.Saint sighed softly as he rubbed his eyes slowly, exhausted from the day and the evening before after working overtime for a couple extra bucks. It really wasn't too much work, but sitting there for two extra hours typing away on spreadsheets was less than ideal, and he'd zoned out more than enough times.
With a sigh he finally pushed away from his desk, stretching lazily before heading to the breakroom for a coffee, hoping for some peace. He needed just five minutes before hunching back over his computer for the rest of the day. Upon opening the door, however, he found anything but the calm environment he'd anticipated.
The ears on top of his head twitched as he stepped through the door, scanning the chaotic scene. His boss seemed to be growing increasingly heated about something, raising his voice at colleagues. The commotion was annoying at first, until his eyes fell on his partner, who looked utterly stressed as the manager shouted. The coworkers only got louder as their manager's volume increased, none of them effectively communicating, creating nothing but unnecessary distraction and chaos.
Saint's expression softened when he saw his partner's features. The poor thing looked absolutely overwhelmed - this was probably more than 'just noise' to him. He seemed to be shutting down before Saint's eyes, hands clamped over his ears in a desperate attempt to block out the sound.
"Are you even listening to me right now?!" his manager snapped, face red and chest heaving with frustration.
That's when Saint decided to intervene. He positioned himself between his partner and the manager. "Give him a moment," he said firmly, his voice calm but leaving no room for argument. The manager stared for a moment before releasing a heavy breath and storming out of the breakroom. Saint turned to his partner, who appeared temporarily paralyzed.
"Hey, honeybun," he whispered softly, gently placing a hand on his shoulder, careful not to hug him in case physical contact worsened his state. "It's okay... you're okay. Do you want to step outside?" he asked gently, maintaining eye contact. "Is it okay if I hug you?"
