The dog who remembered
When the auctioneer announced Max’s name, a deathly silence fell over the room. Max was nine years old and a German Shepherd whose reputation preceded him. He had been trained for narcotics detection, search and rescue, and law enforcement. Most importantly, he had been the loyal companion of Constable Hannah Parker, Lily’s mother.
Hannah Parker was known as an honest and dedicated police officer, a woman who pursued justice with unwavering courage. Her tragic death made headlines, but few knew she left behind a daughter. Even fewer remembered that her loyal canine companion was still alive.
On the platform, Max, proud and dignified despite the silver fur covering his muzzle, scanned the crowd with the same steady gaze he’d had when he was on duty. But when his eyes met Lily’s, something stirred within him. His tail twitched slightly, a shy sign of recognition.
« I want to make an offer for Max. »
The auctioneer announced the starting price: five hundred dollars. Lily’s heart sank. Her jar contained only eighty-two dollars and forty-seven cents, counted and recounted the night before under her blanket. She knew it wouldn’t be enough, but she refused to give up.
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