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Chapter 36: Alice
The chapter explores the profound impact of trauma on elephant behavior, contrasting their typical ability to compartmentalize death with exceptional cases where grief manifests destructively. One striking example involves an orphaned female calf raised by young bulls, who later treated her own offspring with the same neglect she had experienced. Without the guidance of a matriarchal herd, she failed to develop proper maternal instincts, unlike young females in breeding herds who practice caregiving as…-
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Chapter 37: Jenna
Jenna, Virgil, and Serenity examine a small tooth found at the scene, initially assuming it belongs to an animal like Maura’s calf. Jenna clings to this belief to avoid confronting darker possibilities, while Virgil remains skeptical due to its size. Serenity suggests involving the police, but Jenna feels uneasy, especially after learning Serenity’s earlier vision of her mother was a deception. The tension rises when Tallulah, a forensic expert, enters and identifies the tooth as human—a deciduous…-
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Chapter 39: Virgil
The chapter "Virgil" from *Leaving Time* explores a surreal moment of realization as the protagonist, Virgil, discovers his own ethereal existence. The narrative begins with a childhood metaphor about clouds, symbolizing the disillusionment of discovering reality differs from perception. Virgil drops a tooth, but it slips through his hand as if he has no physical form. When he reaches for Tallulah and Jenna, his hands pass through their smoke-like bodies, and Jenna flickers in and out of visibility. Virgil…-
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Chapter 24: Alice
The chapter explores the profound grief of Maura, an elephant mourning the death of her calf, and the emotional ripple effects on those around her. Alice, the narrator, observes Maura's withdrawal from her surroundings, noting how she stops eating and avoids interactions, even with enrichment tools she once enjoyed. The absence of her herd exacerbates her isolation, making her grief more acute. Alice and others attempt to comfort Maura, but her sorrow remains overwhelming, highlighting the deep emotional…-
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Chapter 25: Virgil
Virgil and Serenity rush to catch a flight to Tennessee in a desperate attempt to find Jenna and Gideon Cartwright, fearing the consequences if Jenna confronts Gideon first. The urgency stems from their suspicion that Gideon may be responsible for Jenna's mother's disappearance. Despite financial constraints, Serenity books expensive last-minute tickets using her credit card. At the airport, Virgil encounters a ticket machine error, forcing him to plead with an elderly airline employee who eventually…-
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Chapter 26: Alice
The chapter "Alice" explores themes of resilience and new beginnings as the protagonist adjusts to life after her partner Thomas's unexplained absence. Over two months, Alice discovers unexpected strengths, balancing her scientific work with managing the elephant sanctuary. Her daughter Jenna blossoms during this time, developing language skills and curiosity about the world. The passage highlights how Alice and Gideon, her dedicated colleague, form a partnership to keep the sanctuary running, often…-
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Chapter 27: Jenna
Jenna visits The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee, where she observes the facility's storefront adorned with images of elephants, including Maura, her mother's favorite. The sanctuary promotes a philosophy of "protected contact," emphasizing positive reinforcement over traditional bull hooks. As Jenna explores, she contrasts this approach with the "free contact" method used at her mother's former sanctuary, hinting at past tragedies. Her curiosity leads her to sneak into the sanctuary grounds by hiding in…-
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Chapter 28: Alice
Alice, the narrator, reflects on her fractured marriage and precarious family dynamics while sitting in the attic of the African barn. Her husband, Thomas, has returned after months away for mental health treatment, but their relationship remains strained. Though he appears stable and has resumed managing their elephant sanctuary, Alice harbors deep distrust, especially after past violent episodes. Their interactions are tense, limited to polite exchanges in front of their young daughter, Jenna, and heated…-
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Chapter 29: Serenity
The chapter "Serenity" delves into the supernatural as the protagonists encounter a poltergeist linked to Grace, a woman who drowned herself after her husband's infidelity. Serenity explains that poltergeists, often misunderstood as mere "noisy ghosts," are manifestations of unresolved anger from those wronged in life. Grace's connection to water manifests in the haunting, with Virgil struggling to reconcile his reliance on hard evidence with the inexplicable events they witness. The tension escalates as…-
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Chapter 30: Alice
The chapter opens with Alice reflecting on her absence from Grace's funeral, as she remained at the animal sanctuary to manage the workload. With the staff depleted, Alice and Thomas work tirelessly to care for the animals. Gideon returns after the funeral, and Alice grapples with their strained relationship, haunted by the guilt and secrets of their past year together. She throws herself into physical tasks to avoid confronting her emotions, while Gideon avoids her, their interactions marked by unspoken…-
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