CHAPTER EIGHTY ONE – THE INSPECTOR’S OPINION

As the inspection neared its end, Laura found herself holding her breath. Despite their best efforts, she knew there had been some close calls. The refrigerator temperature had been just a degree too high until Luigi had managed to adjust it surreptitiously. The cleaning logs Mr. Fierro had produced were suspiciously new-looking and filled out in what appeared to be several different handwritings. And Laura was pretty sure Margaret had caught sight of Pete hastily shoving a bunch of unidentifiable objects into a supply closet. Finally, after what felt like an eternity, Margaret gathered the staff together. Her face was impassive as she looked around at their anxious expressions. "Well," she began, her tone neutral, "I must say, this has been one of the more... interesting inspections I've conducted." Laura felt her heart sink. This was it. They were going to be shut down. "However," Margaret continued, "despite some initial concerns, I've been impressed by the dedication and quic