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Grey Snow Bringer
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You: “I was talking about an actual cake by the way. Marcie made me a welcome cake on my first day of work.”
Penny: “That’s lovely, it truly is. Marcie’s about as sharp as a ball peen hammer, but she sure is sweet.”
You smile and pause for a bit, looking up at the clock.
You: “Have you heard anything about people being attacked out in the woods?”
Penny: “Huh? What, did something happen?”
You: “Yeah, I… uh, I was attacked. This is going to sound crazy, but there was this wrinkly guy in a sheet who attacked me after saying some kind of Bible verse.”
Penny: “You… might want to tell the police about that. People could really get hurt.”
You give her some more details about where it was and what the creature looked like.
You: “Honestly I’m just glad you believe me. Not everyone has.”
Penny: “If you’re lying, then you’re pretty darn good at it, and you wouldn’t have any reason to.”
Penny: “I just want Marcie safe. If the police aren’t gonna help, I’ll protect her myself.”
You nod, then back toward the door.
You: “I should go. More deliveries.”
Penny: “Stay safe.”
You head to the library next, resisting the urge to peer in past the front desk. After that, the schoolhouse and the shoppe. The load on the LFGPB is lighter now, making it easier to ride around. Your legs are probably getting pretty swole at this point. Your next stop will be the Post Office. Will you stop in to talk to Rita, or just drop off the goods?
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