Zookeeper

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Harry said that the would take Louis to the Elephant pen, but he never mentioned that it would be after hours. He never told him that they would have to break in.

Harry shook the small boy lightly, kissing his temple. "Louis? Do you want to go see the elephants?" His lips curled up in a soft smile as Louis' eyes shot open, showing his excitement.

"Can I really go?!" Louis squealed girlishly, jumping up.

Harry nodded, helping him up. "C'mon... Grab a hoodie, it's a bit cold."

Louis sighed, grabbing one of Harry's large sweatshirts. "Harry, why are you taking me if it is still dark?"

"Because I want you to see the Elephants." Harry smiled softly.

Louis stared out the window of the car, his eyebrows furrowing.

Harry pulled up to the back, getting the keys from his pocket. He looked over at Louis. "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing." He kissed his cheek, opening the back gate, using his keys to get into the Elephant Cage. "Come here... They'll be asleep.."

"Harry, what if I get hurt?"

"You won't.. They won't wake up."

Louis let his nose crinkle. "Ew! Harry! I stepped in elephant poop..." He whimpered, looking to the boy.

Harry sighed. "I'll clean you later, just look." He smiled, pointing at the two elephants, their trunks wrapped together as they slept.

"Woah..." Louis whispered quietly. "They're so cute..."

"Cute is an understatement. Cute is when you don't fully appreciate the beauty of these wild animals."

"I meant couple-y cute.. You know?"

"Let me know when you're ready to go, then.. I'll clean the poop off your foot."