had.

PART 3

A few days later…

The kennel door finally opened.

Everyone held their breath.

Even Emma’s mother couldn’t hide her nervousness.

If Duke became frightened…

If old memories returned…

Everything could go wrong.

But Duke didn’t rush out.

He didn’t growl.

He didn’t bare his teeth.

Instead…

he slowly stepped forward.

Lifted his head.

And walked directly toward continue reading …