Finally, Dr. Henderson administered the injection, his gaze focused intently on the task. Vanessa couldn’t shake the feeling that he was unusually detached, more so than any other time she had brought an animal to him. It made her stomach tighten.
As Juniper’s struggles subsided, Vanessa gently stroked his fur, whispering soothing words. The room grew quiet, save for the soft hum of the vet’s equipment. Vanessa felt a profound sadness, as though she had lost a piece of herself with Juniper.