The Cats of the Solar System

Chapter 18

"Okay kids, I want you all on your best behavior while I'm gone," the Sun declared the next day. He was getting ready to leave for the party. The star cat had all of his kids sitting on the staircase because there were a few things he needed to point out first.

In other words, he was laying down the rules.

"Remember, this is not our house. Our good friend Taurus lent it to us for the time being. I do not want it damaged in any way," the Sun pointed out. All seven kids nodded their heads in unison before he continued, "Mercury, Mars. No playing pranks on Jupiter."

"Aw man!"

"Uranus is not allowed in the kitchen without supervision."

"What? Why?!"

"Jupiter, no beating up Mercury and Mars."

"Dang it."

"Saturn... um... you're actually well behaved just don't ruin it."

"Got it. I think I'm gonna have a spa night."

"Great, that's good. Girls, you're in charge."

"Sweet," Venus purred. Earth saluted and stated, "We will not let you down." The boys just slowly turned their heads and glared at the girls with envy. Leaning towards Mars, Mercury hissed, "We're in for a boring night if they're in charge." Mars nodded his head in agreement.

"Okay, no inviting anyone over. No one is allowed to leave this house while I'm gone. Bedtime is at nine, I'll be back at ten," the Sun concluded. Giving each kid a lick on the head, he meowed, "Be good tonight. I'll see you later."

"Bye," most of the kids replied. The planet kittens watched as the Sun left. Once the door shut, Saturn got up and declared, "I'm gonna enjoy a nice spa if anyone needs me." Rolling his eyes, Jupiter went upstairs with him so he could practice his guitar. "Well, tonight is gonna be a bummer," Mars muttered. Whipping out her phone, Venus asked, "Who says?"

"Wait, what are you doing?"

"Anyone up for a party?"