Literal Nightmares

[Daiyu]

He had a kind smile, the type that pulled one out of her in return. When he retrieved a phone, she was taken aback with surprise. “You’re not a patient, are you?” she asked, studying his attire once more. His offer was accepted. “I have no objections.” With a commanding wave of her hand, her pets dispersed excitedly. The room did not overtly change, but for some reason, the moods of those around them shifted.

“Would you like to play a card game while we wait?”