Well, that's not quite true. The Gorse Fox can see snow lying on the South Downs, from his study window, but there is no sign of anything here. Traffic reports talk of trouble between Worthing and Arundel on the A27, caused by the snow; and the Silver Vixen sent a message to say they have had snow in Odiham - though it is now melting. The Gorse Fox will leave it a while before venturing out to collect the Silver Vixen. No sense in taking unnecessary risks, as much as he misses her.
Talking of which, it is clear that the Gorse Fox is no substitute for the Silver Vixen, as far as Jasper the Cat is concerned. GF is roundly ignored, except at meal times or when access to the garden is required. Last evening, with the SV away, Jasper either slept (as usual) or sat in the doorway with his back to GF, clearly watching for the Silver Vixen.
GF knows his place.
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