Chapter 7
Veronica had just finished with her last patient for the day when Tami burst into her office.
“We have a problem,” she said, her chest heaving as she fought to catch her breath.
“What is it?” Veronica asked as she finished up her patient notes on the computer and signed off. She hoped another patient hadn’t collapsed in their waiting room. It had happened once, and they’d called nine-one-one and gotten the patient the care he needed before he had another stroke. Aside from a similar emergency, Veronica couldn’t imagine what else could have had Tami all worked up.
“Toothy Grin has fliers everywhere promoting a dental fair just like ours.”
Veronica’s breath hitched. “Are you sure?”
Tami nodded. “I figured I’d run here and let you know ASAP.”
Veronica could feel a headache co
