My phone vibrated with a message from Maria to let me know George’s surgery was about to start. Eager to observe, I hurried along the paths of the Griffin Sanctuary and scanned my way into the work area that was hidden from the public.
My walk took me past the main staff building and I quickened my pace when I caught a glimpse of Felicity.
I wasn’t ready to deal with whatever happened yesterday.
“Charlotte!”
I contemplated ignoring her but that would be admitting that something was wrong. Instead, I turned with a fake smile. “Hi. I didn’t see you.”
She jogged towards me, slightly out of breath when she paused in front of me. “Do you have a minute?”
“I’m actually on my way to the clinic. George is getting spayed.”
“Oh, okay. Could we talk later then? When is your shift ending?”
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