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The sky was still dark outside the motel. Inside, the hallway was quiet and empty when Dr. Kjell walked out of his bedroom yawning and wearing old pajamas. He picked up a newspaper outside of the door and walked over to Dr. Palmer’s room. “Knock, knock, knock.” Kjell listened carefully through the door and held back a yawn. “Doctor? Dr. Palmer? I hate to wake you, but I believe your flight will be leaving in an hour, and I really want to go in and check on our patient.” As Kjell listened with his ear up to the door, Dr. Palmer suddenly pulled the door open and stepped out wearing a nice suit looking clean and professional. “Good morning Dr. Kjell. Did you sleep okay?” “I don't know. I haven't woken up yet” “I will be leaving on my flight back now. I have a scheduled press conference a
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