The Painful Moment Arrives
The vet’s words echoed in Michael’s mind:
“There is nothing more we can do. He is in pain.”
It felt like a final sentence — not just for Shadow, but for Michael’s heart.
He asked for a few more minutes, just a little more time to hold onto what was slipping away.
Leaning down, he cradled Shadow’s head in his arms.
Tears streamed down his face as he whispered through trembling sobs:
“Forgive me, my friend… forgive me if I didn’t give you the life you deserved. I love you so much. I don’t know how to go on without you.”
As though understanding every word, Shadow slowly lifted his paw and placed it gently on Michael’s shoulder.
The gesture shattered what little strength he had left.
Michael hugged him tighter, his body trembling — as if trying to hold their souls together forever.
