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2024-10-29 19:42:56Deborah found a small house for rent. A lovely old widow was more than willing to help her. And because acting comes naturally with Deborah, it's so easy for her to act like a decent person. Someone who's just running from her abusive husband.
The old widow took pity on her when she shared her story. Of course, an older woman like her, who lived her life in a happy marriage, will sympathize with a woman like Sally. That is the name Deborah decided to use.
Mrs. Rivers is the town veterinarian. Deborah offered to be her clinic assistant for free in exchange for her generosity. If there's one thing that Deborah loves aside from revenge, it's animals, especially dogs and cats.
"Good morning, Mrs. Rivers. Oh, hi! Are you Mrs. River's new assistant?" a customer with her cat greeted the two of them.
"Yes, Ma'am, I am." Deborah greeted the woman in a friendly tone.
"Oh, please. Don't be too formal, honey. You can call me Mary, okay? Any friends of Mrs
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