— Forgive me, Rex… I’m sorry I let you down… I’m sorry I couldn’t prove my innocence…

Tears streamed down his cheeks. Rex let out a low growl, as if in protest — and suddenly pulled away.

Without looking back, the dog ran straight to another officer standing by the wall. It was Alex’s former colleague — Oliver. The same man who had testified against him. He had seemed calm… until now.

Rex stopped in front of him and began to growl. Deeply. Menacingly. The courtroom held its breath.