On a typical evening, Ethan, weary after a long day at work, opted to take a shortcut through residential yards to save time. During his walk, he observed a stray dog trailing him. The dog looked thin and weary but was resolute in keeping pace with Ethan. Intrigued, Ethan slowed down to match the dog’s pace and noticed that the canine had a bag clenched in its mouth.
When Ethan got home, he couldn’t help but notice the dog’s sad eyes peering through his window. He offered the hungry animal some sausage and bread, but surprisingly, the dog put the food into the bag he’d been carrying and left. This unusual behavior went on for three days, with the dog following Ethan home and taking away the food in her bag each time.
Curious about this mystery, Ethan decided to follow the dog one day. They walked together for about a kilometer until they reached a subway entrance. There, sitting on the steps, was an elderly man who looked like he had been through tough times. The dog went up to the man and gave him the bag full of food that Ethan had given her. The man gratefully accepted the gift and shared it with the dog, revealing the real reason behind the dog’s actions.
Ethan was deeply touched by the heartwarming display of compassion and loyalty he witnessed. The dog, lovingly named Buddy by the elderly man, was not merely a stray but a devoted friend to someone who had faced severe hardships in life. Ethan introduced himself to the man, Mr. Simmons, who shared that he had fallen on hard times after losing his job and family.
Moved by Buddy’s unwavering loyalty and Mr. Simmons’ resilience, Ethan decided to offer help to Mr. Simmons in rebuilding his life. In exchange, Ethan asked for Mr. Simmons and Buddy to be his lifelong friends, a request they gladly accepted.
Toledo, United States.
