Revenge and Redemption: Aaron's Tale of Resilience

Chapter twenty five

The next morning after both girls left, she took Sparkles to the vet. A little while later, her doctor came to her with the news. “Congratulations,” she said.

Helen stared at her poor dog, completely lacking her usual energy, and lying quietly by the corner. Why had it taken her so long to notice it? Her mind went to the previous night and Lily's comment, and she began to shake.

They walked out of the clinic and on their way home, she stopped by the grocery store for some milk and berries. On her way to the counter, she passed by the pharmacy and took a deep breath.

Sparkles looked up at her, and Helen sent her a shaky smile. “We’ve both been busy haven’t we?” she said. “Should I check myself too?”

Sparkles looked away from her, so she took that as her response and started to walk away, but she could only take a few steps. She turned back around, picked up the test kit, and drove away from the store.

When she returned home, she spent her time making Sparkles' little bed by the couch