Marshmallow's Fluffy Reserve

Marshmallow was a white mosaic chinchilla, a cloud with eyes and ears. She was shy for the first year, often hiding when approached. But with infinite patience and bribery with rose hips, she blossomed. She began to enjoy scratches, leaning into them with eyes closed. She never became a cuddler, but she would hop onto a knee and sit for treats. Her dust baths were a private affair; she preferred to take them when the room was quiet and empty. Earning her trust was a slow, rewarding journey. Her cage, once her fortress, became a home she shared with us on her terms.