ettling back into their routine, they heard a faint cry for help. It

they had to investigate. Without a word, they rushe

he voice grew louder, and they could

ement and concern. Finally, they came upon a clearing, and in the c

ody was shaking like a leaf. The lion, its mane

acting the lion and drawing its attention away from the girl. Lily

e chase. But Max was ready. He stood his groun

esitated for a moment, and that was all t

turned to Max and hugged him tightly. "You were amazing, Max

s shining with pride. He knew he was a brief dog, but he also knew th

acing new challenges and overcoming them t