A doctor steps in
Suddenly, a man in the waiting area identified himself as a doctor and pushed through the crowd. He knelt next to the vet, checking his pulse and asking for medical supplies. Erica watched, holding Kayla close, while the doctor worked with calm efficiency. The group held its breath, hoping for some sign of improvement in the vet’s health.

A Doctor Steps In
Kayla’s fear
Kayla clung to her mother, her petite figure shivering. “Is he going to be okay, Mom?” she asked quietly, her voice shaking. Erica held her tightly, unsure what to say. Kayla was overcome by the sight of the fallen vet and the critters’ unknown fate. Her concern for the animals now extended to the veterinarian, whose health was in jeopardy.

Kayla’s Fear