With every step closer to the chimp, Jessie’s heart raced, her mind attuned to the delicate situation unfolding before them. As she reached out, hoping to bridge the gap of trust between them, the chimp responded. Its teeth bared in a stark warning, a primal reminder of the boundaries not to be crossed.
There was a long pause after she finished talking, making Jessie’s heart race. She could almost hear the clock ticking, each second stretching out, making her more worried. Finally, the vet asked her to describe the creature. Jessie did her best, mentioning every detail she noticed.