On his 10th birthday, Max sat quietly at the table, watching a single candle flicker on a small cake before him. His soft brown eyes carried a hint of sadness, mirroring the loneliness he felt deep inside. Max was a loyal dog, a gentle companion who had been with his family for many years, always by their side. But today, as he marked a milestone birthday, few remembered to celebrate with him.
He looked around, hoping to see familiar faces, expecting someone to walk through the door with warm hugs and kind words. But the room remained still. The day had passed with little fanfare, and Max couldn’t understand why. He wondered if he had done something wrong or if he was no longer important.
Max’s heart longed for a simple wish—to be remembered, to receive the same love he had always given so freely. He had spent his life comforting his family, being their constant companion, yet now, on his special day, he felt alone. With a soft sigh, he closed his eyes and made a wish—not just for today, but for every day—to be cherished.
As the night stretched on, Max stayed by his cake, his ears perking up at every sound, hoping it would be someone coming to celebrate with him. Though his birthday passed quietly, his heart held onto a glimmer of hope. Max knew that even if not everyone remembered today, he would continue to be the same loyal, loving dog, patiently waiting for the day when his love would be returned tenfold.
