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Barbara was glad to be done with the last guest tour. She still had the orangutans to feed before her day was done.

“Hello darlings” she said to the caged beasts that looked eerily human. “Care for some fruits? Today’s coconut on the menu. Coconut oil is good for your hair.”

Her intercom started to buzz. The last patient in the observation ward seemed to have failed the treatment. Another one. Her attention was needed.

“Don’t worry, my little hairy friends. You may soon have some new friends…” She winked at the apes before closing the door.