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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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Chapter 31: Jenna
The chapter opens with Jenna returning home after an unexplained absence, greeted by her grandmother's mix of relief and anger. Her grandmother's frantic worry is evident as she recounts calling neighbors, the school, and even Jenna's nonexistent friends, amplifying Jenna's humiliation. The tension escalates when Jenna sarcastically asks if her grandmother called the police, triggering a near-physical confrontation. Ordered to her room, Jenna retreats to the bathroom, where she submerges herself in the…-
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Chapter 32: Alice
Alice finds solace in Gideon's arms, escaping the turmoil of her marriage to Thomas, whose unpredictable moods and emotional distance have left her feeling isolated. With Gideon, she imagines an alternative life where they form a loving family. However, their affair takes a dramatic turn when Alice discovers she is pregnant, forcing both to confront the reality of their situation. Gideon bravely informs his mother-in-law, Nevvie, who reacts with cold detachment, signaling the end of his marriage. This…-
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Chapter 38: Alice
The chapter opens with Alice reflecting on the disappearance of her daughter Jenna, whose body was never found despite Alice having witnessed her lying in an enclosure. Unable to contact the police without revealing her own whereabouts, Alice obsessively monitors news from afar while grappling with overwhelming grief. She describes seeking therapy under a false identity, questioning whether her persistent hallucinations of Jenna’s cries are normal. The therapist’s ambiguous response—"It is normal for…-
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Chapter 40: Alice
The chapter delves into Alice's profound grief and transformation following personal tragedies, including the loss of two babies and her former identity. Now a dedicated caretaker at the Msali Elephant Orphanage in South Africa, she immerses herself in work to avoid confronting her pain. Alice reflects on her past as a researcher in the Tuli Block and her brief life in the States, but she has distanced herself from her former self, Alice Metcalf, whom she considers "dead." Her nights are haunted by…-
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Chapter 41: Serenity
The chapter "Serenity" follows the protagonist's unsettling realization that the people she has been interacting with—Virgil and Jenna—may actually be spirits. The narrative begins with her searching for a fallen tooth in a laboratory, where she learns that Tallulah, an employee she inquired about, had died months earlier. This discovery triggers her growing suspicion about the nature of her companions, especially when she recalls moments where others seemed unaware of Virgil and Jenna's presence. Her…-
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Chapter 42: Alice
Alice returns to bury her daughter Jenna’s remains, which are shockingly incomplete due to decomposition and scavenging. Despite her scientific understanding of decay, the reality of seeing only fragments of her child’s bones leaves her emotionally shattered. She had hesitated to return, fearing arrest, but her need for closure outweighed her fears. Yet, even as Jenna’s coffin is lowered, Alice feels disconnected, unable to fully accept this as her daughter’s final resting place. After the…-
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Chapter 43: Jenna
The chapter "Jenna" from *Leaving Time* explores themes of memory, loss, and the deep connections between humans and elephants. The narrator, Jenna, describes visiting her mother during the twilight hours between night and morning, where her mother shares stories about her work with orphaned elephants. These tales serve as a substitute for the bedtime stories Jenna missed during their separation, highlighting the emotional void left by her mother's absence and the comfort found in their reunions. One of…-
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