Downplaying Concerns
“Oh, it’s probably nothing,” I said, brushing off Linda’s concern with a casual shrug. I didn’t want to spark unnecessary alarm without having more information. Keeping the mood light felt like the safest approach, though I could see the curiosity lingering in her expression. “You think so?” she asked, her tone tinged with doubt. Inside, my unease simmered, but outwardly, I maintained a façade of calm, hoping to buy time until I heard back from the vet.
Downplaying Concerns
Linda’s Rescue Dog
Linda started sharing stories about her rescue dog, Max. “I remember when he first arrived,” she said with a laugh. “He was scruffy and wild, but he completely stole my heart.” Her heartfelt anecdotes about bonding with Max were a welcome distraction. I found comfort in her warmth and appreciated the shared experience. For a brief moment, it was a relief to shift my focus away from the uncertainty of the mystery pup and feel a genuine sense of connection.
Linda’s Rescue Dog
