An exhausted voice answered, and Allan explained breathlessly about the rabbit. Though clearly groggy, Dr. Edwards insisted Allan bring the creature in if possible. Even as the storm worsened, every minute mattered. Hanging up, Allan stared at the rabbit’s weak form, weighing risk against necessity.
He hesitated, recalling how dangerous driving could be in a blizzard. Slipping on ice or skidding off the road posed real threats, especially for an elderly man living alone. Yet his conscience wouldn’t allow him to watch the rabbit deteriorate. Decision made, he grabbed keys.