Synopsis
In Visiting Hartley, Claudia is preparing to visit her friend Hartley, who is bedridden due to gallbladder surgery. She feels a mix of reluctance and curiosity about the visit, unsure of what time would be appropriate to go. Her husband David engages in playful banter with her, teasing her about her motivations for visiting Hartley, hinting that she might be more interested in the treats Hartley has received than in his health.
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