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Appointment set
The vet’s assistant was calm but curious. “What kind of animal is it?” Lilly hesitated. “I’m… not sure. That’s why I’m calling.” They agreed on a time that afternoon. As she ended the call, Milo poked his head out from under the table, watching her. He tilted his head slightly, as if he’d understood every word. Her stomach tightened again.
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