Chapter 1

"Well, it's official. My life sucks." I decided, feeling extremely depressed as I walked out the hospital door. I scowled down at the ugly splint on my arm as if it was its fault I was in a bad mood. Ares nudged me and whimpered while Echo licked my hand comfortingly. I smiled down at my two guide dogs. Stopping I knelt down and scratched their ears.

"Sorry fellas. I'm ok." I apologized, "Sometimes I forget how in tune to me you guys are."

Both dogs panted and wagged their tails. With a groan I managed to get to my feet.

"Alright my lovelies, let's go home, shall we?" I asked in a teasing voice. They wagged their tails and barked in response. I sighed and held my right hand out to the side angled down. I snapped my fingers and both dogs' ears lifted.

"Echo, Ares. Home" I commanded firmly.

Ares took up his position on my left while Echo stayed on my right. We began the long walk back.