I read the name of the auction company listed under the property description.

Denny Kruse was named as the lead auctioneer on the hay wagon.

I folded the newspaper in half and then into quarters.

I pressed the heavy paper flat with my palm.

I told Sarah I needed to make a quick phone call before my next patient came in.

I stepped into the hallway and let the heavy wooden door close behind me.

The clinic was quiet except for the faint hum of the air compressor in the basement.