The Dog That Wasn’t There

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The atmosphere in hospital hallways is invariably characterised by a certain pervasive quiet. The issue is not an absence of sound, but rather the muffling of every sound by the walls and the lighting. The distant sounds of a nurse's cart wheels rolling across the floor, the intermittent electronic beeps from a monitor, the constant low hum of the air conditioning vents, and the cool, sharp scent of disinfectant combine to create a cacophony that can be overwhelming for patients. Victor and Kane proceed in tandem. Kane demonstrated a marked decrease in verbal communication today. A man of his size is generally one to command attention wherever he goes; however, at this particular moment, he appeared to have somewhat withdrawn into his shell. His gait was measured and his countenance exh

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