Dorothy felt shy and small, returning to the Institute, but it was important to show Hunk that recovery was possible. She wanted so much for her friend to be able to come back to the farm. Not only did she miss him, but there was always a lot of work to do: Uncle Henry, Aunt Em, and their other employees needed his help.

She stepped meekly into the Waiting Room, looking around, before spotting Hunk sitting at a table, fiddling with his hands. Smoothing the skirt of her blue and white gingham sundress, she approached the table. Her smile was tentative but genuine, and she waited for him to notice her.