Eli saves an Old Yellow Hound from slaughter with his savings. The hound reveals itself as a Heavenly Guardian, helping Eli cure his mother, predict a drought for wealth with Red Hull Millet, protect him from Old Hale's theft and poisoning, leading to his expulsion and exile, and predict a mudslide, saving the village. After its trial, the hound returns to heaven. Eli continues spreading kindness, and the village prospers.