Olivia manages a thin smile. Marco steps in, glancing at the photo.
FADE OUT.
MARCO Thought you might like company. And—and I promised Leo a walk, but he’s crashed at my place. So no dog, I swear. aniphobia script
He sets down groceries. He notices the way Olivia watches the empty corner. Olivia manages a thin smile
DR. NAVAS Gradual exposure with control. Re-association. We’ll set small, safe steps—photos, videos, then being in a room with a calm dog on a leash when you’re ready. And we’ll slow it down until your body can learn a different response. MARCO Thought you might like company
Olivia throws a small ball. Ellie runs, clumsy but joyful, and returns it. Olivia applauds, truly laughing. She looks up at the sky, sunlight on her face. A dog barks in the distance. Olivia flinches, then steadies.