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[perfectsymmetry]

[Private to the residents of 1247 Williams]

Ah, everyone here is alright with having a pet, right? No one's allergic to cats? I promise I'll take care of him, you won't even know he's here.... he seems to be the outdoorsy type anyway, I'm having a hard time keeping him in the house for too long.

[Call filtered to all non-drones]

_{Let's see... food, toys, litter...what else...}

A-ah! Hello everyone. Do we have any veterinarians out there who aren't drones? I sort of... came into possession of a pet recently, and I'd like to get him checked out. All the necessary shots and the like, that sort of thing? I should have enough money to cover it all from my job.

And, uh, is there anything else I should know about taking care of a cat outside the usual? This is the first time I've ever had one.

Comments

[artwithknives.livejournal.com]

Did Len give you one of her cats?

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

Yes, actually. Are you friends with her? She had so many of them, it was hard to say no...

[artwithknives.livejournal.com]

She's my familiar...

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

She... she is?! Like... like a magical familiar?

[artwithknives.livejournal.com]

Yeah, like that.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

Wow... that's pretty amazing! I didn't know you knew magic...

[artwithknives.livejournal.com]

Actually, I don't know magic at all and I don't have the talent for it. I just happened to get her through a series of circumstances...

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

You really do lead an interesting life. Why did she have all those cats then...?

[artwithknives.livejournal.com]

Oh, that? She's part cat so she can naturally communicate with them and she likes to take care of them.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

She's really part cat? Wow. That explains why she had so many with her, I guess.

[artwithknives.livejournal.com]

Yeah so if you ever see a black cat running around, take care. It's probably her.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

"Take care"? Should I be worried? She seems like a nice girl.

[artwithknives.livejournal.com]

I'm just saying...

...she's a lot smarter than she looks so if she ever catches you doing something wrong, she'll probably give you a scolding glare.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

[He chuckles.] Guess I'll just have to be on my best behavior, then.

[saviorofkorugar.livejournal.com]

I don't have a problem with cats, as long as it is properly cared for.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

I'm glad to hear that. Don't worry, I'll take care of him.

[saviorofkorugar.livejournal.com]

Have you decided on a name?

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

Ah, I think so! I-I was thinking Watson. Like Dr. Watson. [Slight embarrassed blush.]

[saviorofkorugar.livejournal.com]

I'm not familiar with the reference, but it's a nice name.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

Oh, it's... a character form a series of novels. If I ever manage to track them down in this town, I'll show you!

[saviorofkorugar.livejournal.com]

I'd like that. Thank you.

[thunder-lotus.livejournal.com]

Doesn't bother me.

[a-awe kittyyy]

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

[Ren was the one Crowe was worried about the most.]

I'm glad to hear that. If he's ever a nuisance just let me know.

[rogue-pineapple.livejournal.com]

There are worse creatures to share a house with.

we'll date this for after their first conversation :D

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

... ah, I suppose that's true? As long as it's not a bother to you.

[hop-toit-udonge.livejournal.com]

I could probably offer my services.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

O-oh, really? That would be great!

[hop-toit-udonge.livejournal.com]

You work with all sorts of species in Gensokyo. I think I could wear a vet's hat for a day.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

If I wouldn't be imposing, of course, but that would be great. I just want to make sure he's healthy, and get the proper shots and all that.

[hop-toit-udonge.livejournal.com]

you can bring him by my office. I work out of my home.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

Alright. Where do you live? When would be a good time?

[hop-toit-udonge.livejournal.com]

342 Brady. Anytime is good, really.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

Great, I'll stop by tomorrow after school then.

_{[He will stop by too! I imagine that cat's in fine health, I can't imagine Len handing out sick kitties.]}

[bloodon-myknife.livejournal.com]

[Will walk over to see their new house hold member. It seemed their home was growing quickly.]

I'm not allergic. I can't promise to be considerate enough to remember to help out with it, but I am sure you'll do fine taking care of it.

[He reached out to pet the cat and... Chomp! It bit hit hand hard, making that mewling angry sound. Sniper didn't flinch, just stared at it until his hand was free. Pulling it away. Crowe might notice blood. Sniper didn't break his smile.]

Be sure to keep it well fed and watered. I am going back to watch duty.

[Turns and leaves.]

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

[Crowe is SHOCKED and startled and oh god oh god--]

Oh goodness! I'm so sorry! I-I just got him so I don't know what his disposition is like, I-I'm sorry---!!

[bloodon-myknife.livejournal.com]

[He just waved behind him, blood on that hand, as he walked away.]

[a-gentle-boy.livejournal.com]

My family used to take care of a lot of farm animals. And I had a dog, too. We've never had any cats, but I can tell you that you should probably find something for it to scratch unless you want all your furniture ruined.

Also, you won't have to wash it very often since cats clean themselves.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

Oh, that's right! A scratching post. Good idea, thanks!

[a-gentle-boy.livejournal.com]

Uh-huh. That's pretty much all I can tell you, though. Sorry . . .

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

That's fine, you've already been of help! I just hope I can keep track of him. He seems to be an outdoor kind of cat.

[a-gentle-boy.livejournal.com]

Is that right? . . . I think I'd actually like a pet like that better. But don't worry; it's probably impossible for him to get really lost here.

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

Yeah, he was a stray, so... I guess outside is what he's used to, but he seems to like to have food and affection to come home to, too.

[a-gentle-boy.livejournal.com]

Uh-huh. Well, I hope the two of you become good friends, Mr. Crowe.

[Unspoken: I miss my dog so bad and Mogget got droned and even the talking fox isn't here anymore. I wish I had a pet.]

[perfektsymmetry.livejournal.com]

Thanks. I'll have to bring him by your place some time to show him off.

[a-gentle-boy.livejournal.com]

!

Oh! Please do. I'm sure my family wouldn't mind.