One Magic Christmas
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“She got it caught in an electrified fence at the wool farm where she used to live. The farmer tried to treat the injury with home remedies at first, obviously unsuccessfully, and when she finally called the vet and learned that Winnie would need surgery—and the cost of that surgery—she decided it would be cheaper to euthanize her.”
It required a concerted effort for Daphne to recite the details in a neutral tone, because her blood still boiled to think that Winnie’s life could easily have been snuffed out because some farmer—whose negligence was responsible for the injury—didn’t appreciate the value of it.
“Thankfully, the vet suggested that she bring Winnie to Happy Hearts instead,” she continued.
“It must be expensive,” he mused, “caring for sick and injured animals.”
His tone was sympathetic and sincere, and Daphne found her guard dropping, just a little.
“The bills add up,” she acknowledged. “But I know you didn’t come here for the educational tour, so why don’t you tell me how you think I can help Bronco Ghost Tours?”
“Actually—” he flashed another smile, and her guard dropped a little farther “—I think we can help each other.”
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One Magic Christmas
First published in 2007 as part of the anthology The Perfect Tree. This edition published in 2020.
Copyright © 2007 by Ann DeFee
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