Marked
Caleb stepped up and put out a hand, stopping the door.
An old lady’s face appeared in the crack, stern and annoyed.
“I’m sorry, folks, but we are closed for the day,” she said. “Come back tomorrow if you like.”
“Forgive us,” Caleb said gracefully, “but we need just a few minutes. I’m afraid we cannot return tomorrow.”
“It’s five after five,” she snapped. “We close at five. Every day. No exceptions. Those are the rules. I can’t keep this place open for everyone who comes in late. Like I said, if you want to come back, come back tomorrow. Good night.”
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