After what feels like an hour, the girl reappears in the aisle, holding the pet carrier in front of her. Her eyes are huge, a mix of shock and horror. The door to the kennel hangs open as she approaches Makayla. It’s empty inside. Then Makayla sees it. In the girl’s other hand is a small dog. “I found this.” When she lifts it closer to Makayla’s face, Makayla sees that although the dog is very lifelike, it’s not real. Makayla’s jaw drops. “Unbuckle me! Now!”
