Submissive behavior

Tails is almost asleep in her bed, and the dog has climbed in with her.
I've been playing with Tails for a few hours, so I'm a little too worked up to go to sleep just yet.

Sitting here, looking at her drifting off to sleep in her bed, it feels great that I've made up my mind.  I absolutely want her for a pet, with all the responsibilities and cuddles it involves.
She seems closer than ever to accepting me as well, showing a lot of submissive behavior.

I've told the current owner that I'm prepared to take over, but of course it's a big decision for her as well, giving up control of something as precious and beautiful as Tails.  One of the reasons I'm so comfortable taking over is because I know the current owner won't just accept it without some serious thought.  That is my safety net.

It also feels great to know that the current owner will remain vocal and speak out pretty loudly if she thinks I'm doing anything wrong with Tails if I do get to take over.  Even in the future I'll bring up whatever I want to do with and for Tails with the current owner, and it'll be a sort of joint decision, even if I'm technically in charge.  As I learn more about Tails, and her needs as a pet, I will make more and more free-standing decisions, and the current owner will take a less active role, I think.  I just hope I can always consult her on Tails' needs and wants, as nobody knows Tails better than the current owner.

Well, except Tails herself, of course, but red pandas are not exactly fluent in English.

I had a moment earlier tonight when I was playing with Tails, and I was trying to read her reaction on something.  For a fleeting moment I wished I could just ask her what that look on her face means, but then I realized that I wouldn't want to if I could.  I would much rather have her show me.  She is so expressive, and she vocalizes a lot, so I'm learning more and more every time I interact with her.  It is absolutely fascinating.

She licked me on the forehead several times tonight, and she is displaying some submissive behavior beyond that.  I think she is becoming more trusting, and that she will eventually accept me as her owner.  Or keeper.  Or whatever it's called.

I'll continue to play with her, and cuddle her, and never refuse her when she comes to me.  Eventually I'm sure the trust bond will be unbreakable.  At least I trust her now, and that is a great feeling.

As I sign off now, Tails is asleep in her bed next to me.  Sleep well, Tails, and tomorrow we will have another fun day getting to know each other through play and cuddles.