(Karson) I ripped the cell door off with every ounce of my strength. I rushed to Ruby’s side, cradling her unconscious body. I could barely recognize her, with all the swelling and bruises on her face. Heather came around the corner with Elliot in tow. She bent down trying to help but I only growled in response. “Karson, I know what you’re feeling right now but you need to let me help you, OK?” Heather said, as she motioned to Elliot with the keys to Ruby’s chains. Elliot placed the key in and turned, dropping the silver chains off of Ruby’s wrists. She looked so frail lying motionless in my arms. If anything happened to our unborn pup I don’t know what I would do. Ruby was now safe and sound. I carefully picked her up, not wanting anyone or anything to touch her, I carried her out of t