When Dr. Henderson was done administering the injection, he turned to Vanessa, his expression softening. “Take all the time you need to say goodbye,” he said gently. “I’ll be outside with Samantha if you need anything.” His warm tone eased some of her tension.
Vanessa’s doubts began to dissipate, the earlier unease fading away. She realized that her suspicions were likely just grief clouding her judgment. She nodded gratefully, feeling a sense of comfort in the vet’s kindness as she focused on her final moments with Juniper.