He had made several good points - Philomena could only nod sheepishly. How foolish he must think her! She’d made sure to study on the various species she had at the conservatory for this very purpose; to make sure that the animals and their environment blended as well as they could. But it appeared today, her knowledge and her wits had failed her in all aspects. “Two days?” Phie wanted to protest, her mouth dropping open in horror as she looked from the physician to the Evangeline in the corner. “But - but we’re receiving an important delivery tomorrow! Are you sure I can’t…” She trailed off, blinking, searching for any possible alternatives.

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