Curious Cat

Chapter 4: Cat-astrophic Discoveries

Monday morning arrived, and Soojin stirred from her slumber to find her cat nestled at her side. It felt like an eternity since she'd last seen him, even though they spent every night together. She couldn't help but miss the comforting presence of her feline friend.

As the new day's sunlight filled the room, Soojin couldn't help but reflect on the events of the previous evening. It was almost like she had assumed the role of a mother, scolding her beloved cat for not returning home promptly after their walk. She had asserted her dominance, reminding him that she was the one in charge. Yet, her jealousy had quickly given way to worry, and she had returned to Jinson's side, embracing him with affection.

Soojin vividly recalled the events of yesterday when she had unexpectedly fled the scene, leaving her cat in the company of the that woman. The thoughts that swirled in her mind were a mix of confusion, concern, and the realization that there was no point of pretending to scold her cat when it was her fault.

The morning began like any other for Soojin. She went through her usual routine, preparing a cup of coffee for herself and serving up a hearty breakfast for Jinson, her beloved cat. As Jinson ate his meal with his usual grace, Soojin couldn't help but watch him, a soft smile playing on her lips. Her bond with her feline companion was one of the most cherished aspects of her life.

Once the cat was contentedly munching away, Soojin made her way to the couch by the window. She settled in, her gaze divided between Jinson and the picturesque view outside. Soojin had moved to this neighborhood without hesitation after spotting the apartment. It was serene, clean, and had a welcoming atmosphere that had won her over. In the time she'd lived here, she had encountered very few issues, the main one being her adorable but sometimes troublesome cat.

She remembered a time when Jinson had been around one year old, he was a completely asshole. He was slightly less of a troublemaker now, but there had been moments when Soojin had been pushed to her limits.

One such morning flashed in her memory, one that had started off with her nearly running late for work. Soojin had always prided herself on punctuality, and the idea of being tardy was something she detested. But that day, she had woken up with only ten minutes to spare before her work shift was set to begin.

As she hurriedly got out of bed, her eyes were met with a sight that made her blood boil. The floor was strewn with torn pieces of paper, a scene of destruction that Soojin immediately recognized. She knew exactly who the culprit was. Jinson had decided to indulge in some late-night paper shredding.

For some unknown reason, the cat had taken a particular interest in the papers Soojin used for her library reports. Those reports were meticulously prepared, a part of her work she took seriously and often worked on late into the night. To make matters worse, she didn't own a printer at the time, and Jinson had ensured that she had to visit a printing shop for the reports.

There was little remorse in the feline's eyes as he hopped onto her bed, his demeanor as if he hadn't just created complete chaos. Soojin's initial anger slowly dissipated as she took a deep breath and composed herself.

"I adopted you for emotional support and you make me wanna kill myself. My goodness."

Sipping her coffee, Soojin's mind drifted back to the events of the previous day—the woman and her cat. She couldn't shake the feeling that the two had only just encountered each other yesterday, which left her wondering what had happened during their meeting. The questions swirled in her mind, tugging at her curiosity.

Lost in thought, Soojin contemplated the idea of attaching a camera to Jinson's collar once again. She figured it might be time to monitor her cat's activities more closely, especially if it meant preventing him from visiting the woman. Perhaps, this could shed some light on what had transpired during their time apart.