Giving the medicine
With the roots gathered, Alison and the red creature returned to Coco’s enclosure and fed her together. Coco devoured the plants eagerly as if she knew it would helm. Her ears perked and her strength already seeming to return. Alison’s shoulders slumped with relief as she stroked Coco’s fur, whispering, “You’re going to be okay.” She didn’t care that tears blurred her vision
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