A Growing Unease
The Johnsons initially dismissed the reactions as people being intrigued by Nyx’s striking coat. “Maybe it’s just how beautiful he looks in the sunlight,” Mrs. Johnson suggested, trying to downplay the odd behavior they noticed from others. Mr. Johnson nodded, but the feeling that something wasn’t quite right lingered in the back of his mind.
Even the children picked up on the way their friends stared at Nyx or kept a cautious distance. It wasn’t fear—but fascination mixed with uncertainty. Eventually, the Johnsons decided it would be wise to follow their instincts and schedule a check-up, just to be sure nothing was being overlooked.
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