The solemn calm was broken by his trembling voice, “Your Honor, please.” “May I have one last moment with Luke before I’m taken away?”
The judge hesitated, looked visibly moved, and gave a gentle nod. “Third minutes.”
Luke’s paws clicked quickly on the marble floor as he sprinted to Michael. With tears streaming down his face, Michael knelt and embraced his trusty companion tightly.
“I’m very sorry, friend. I failed you. Luke pressed closer, whimpering softly.
Luke tightened abruptly after that. He started barking loudly, yanking at the cloth, and sniffing Michael’s jacket furiously. There was a confused murmur in the courtroom.
