Josie stood at her table, skimming through the book she used for Rakesh’s potion, but since there was nothing of any use, she tossed the volume back onto the shelf. As it let out a small thunk, the sound of her phone’s message alert grabbed her attention.

“New patient.” She mumbled to herself. “She’s new to town, but can’t afford insurance till new job starts. Checks out. Do I have the green light?”

Josie let out a trembling sigh as a ball of nerves formed in the ...