The Tear Stopping Lab Page 4     She knew Dr. Kcops was a clever entrepreneur that commercialized his patent to build a fortune for himself, but somehow she imagined his famous lab would have more authenticity to it. She didn’t think the clinic would look like the average Lens Crafters Franchise. “Can you hear me?” “Yes, yes, of course. I’m sorry. I’m just really nervous right now. I mean, I’ve been waiting for this appointment for so long.” “That’s OK,” the receptionist responds, “I guess that means you have an appointment?” “Yes, sure I do.” “Great. What’s your name” – “Veronica Welsh.” “Your age, please…” – “Twenty-Four.” “Is this your first visit, Veronica?” – “Yes, of course. I didn’t know you could have more than one. I mean the article said that all it takes is one visit.” “Well, there are many articles written about Dr. Kcops, and most of them are highly inaccurate. Some patients continue their treatment at the Tear Stopping lab for years. Have you filled out our First Visit Form on our Website?” “Well, no.” Veronica stands on her toes to whisper into the receptionist’s ear. “You see, I didn’t fill it out because my situation is very special. The form cannot explain the reason I am here.” “That’s OK. Every patient thinks their situation is unique, but most patients find out later on that their condition wasn’t that unique after all. You have to fill out the form. Or else I cannot let you in to see the Doctor.”