Timber: A Fictional Narrative

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There was a krait under the sheet because Harry was nervous. Harry was talking so quietly that Timber had to bend down and listen to him. He was sweating profoundly and was getting very anxious with Doctor Ganderbai. " Shh! Shh! For God's sake do not make a noise " (337). Harry as Timber was crossing the room to his bedside. Harry was nervous and wanted Timber to take off his shoes before he crossed the room. He wanted Timber to be as quiet as possible. " There was a fold in the sheet " (338). Harry spoke more slowly than he ever had. So softly Timber had to lean over the bedside to hear him. He could feel it in his pajamas. Moving around on his stomach. Harry's nervousness lead to his

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