I got up to answer the door. Looking outside, I was surprised and delighted. "Max!"

"Woof woof woof! Awooo~"

A big white Samoyed jumped on me. It nuzzled me enthusiastically.

Overjoyed, I turned to Brandon. "Brandon, I was just wondering when to bring Max back home. Thanks for bringing him here to me."

"You're used to him. Having him around will help boost your mood."

"Thank you so much!" I looked at him gratefully. "You have been so helpful, if not for you, I ...