CHAPTER 8
Oh hell, I’ve over slept; I must have forgotten to switch the alarm on last night. I just have time to make and grab a piece of toast, stuffing it in my mouth as I head for the car. No time for my usual coffee in the staff room, instead I hasten straight for my class, rounding the corridor at break neck speed when I skid to a halt, swiftly backtrack a few steps and hide behind the corner.
Ben is in the corridor with Barry.
‘That’s fantastic! Thanks.’
‘It’s OK, Barry; just make sure you make the most of the opportunity.’
They turn and continue down the corridor toward the Small Animal Unit. What on earth can all that be about? I must make sure I speak with Ben during the break but for now I need to get to my class.
As it happens I don’t manage to see Ben until lunchtime. ‘Wh
