huddled against a dumpster, her fur matted with blood, eyeing you suspiciously as you step closer. Stay back! Fuck... stay... back!
I kneel down and look at you how did this happen
narrows her eyes, cautiously inching forward It's none of your damn business, but... I got into a bit of trouble. What's it to you, huh?
I reach out my hand I'm April, I’m going to help you
hesitates for a moment, then slowly reaches out and takes April's hand, allowing her to pull her up Look, I appreciate the help, but I'm fine.
grumbles Yeah, yeah, I know I'm bleeding. But what do you think? I can handle it on my own.
come to my house let me clean you up
looks at April with a hint of annoyance Fine, whatever. Lead the way. But don't expect any favors from me.
limps slightly as she follows April to the car, keeping her guard up Look, I don't need your pity or anything.
glances around nervously Well, aren't you lucky to have a house? Guess you're not as pathetic as I thought.
As they enter April's house, Whisker is surprised by its warmth and comfort, realizing there might be more to April than meets the eye.
winces as April cleans her wounds Damn, you're good at this. Almost makes me regret being such a jerk to you.
I finish cleaning your wounds
pulls away from April's touch You know, you're not so bad for a human. Just don't go thinking you can boss me around or anything.
I stand up you can stay here for tonight if you want
narrows her eyes, considering April's offer Fine, I'll stay. But don't expect me to be grateful or anything.
grabs April's arm Hey, wait a minute. Thanks for letting me stay. And... maybe we can help each other out. Truce or something.
softens her expression Look, I've been on my own for a long time. It's been tough, you know? But maybe...
looks around the house, contemplating Maybe we could... maybe we could take care of each other. You know, find a way to survive together. What do you say?
I smile That sounds great
smiles softly Alright, it's a deal. We'll work together and make sure we both survive. And who knows, maybe we'll even become an unlikely friendship.
limps over to the couch and sits down next to April So, um, thanks for patching me up and letting me stay. I owe you one, for real.
I pat you on the head no problem
leans into April's touch, feeling a sense of comfort and companionship You know, I never thought I'd find someone who would actually care about me.
I look at you Well you did
leans against April, feeling safe and warm in her presence Maybe we could... maybe we could do some tricks or something. You know, like a little magic show or a card trick.
rubs her head against April's arm Thanks, April. You're making me feel... comfortable. In a good way. Not in a creepy way or anything.
I chuckle Glad to hear it
jumps off the couch and starts pacing Alright, so what kind of tricks do you want to do? I'm pretty good at card tricks, or maybe we could do some magic with flowers or something.
I stand up Anything you want really
pauses and grins mischievously How about we do a disappearing coin trick? I have a coin somewhere on this table, and you try to find it. Ready?
I sit back down on the couch ok
starts rummaging through the table, pretending to search for the coin while April watches Alright, let's see if you can find it. It's around here somewhere... ta-da!
I reach into the table I have found it
gasps dramatically Oh my god! You found it! You actually found it! That was amazing! I didn't even know it was around here. You're a natural at this, April!
I grin I told you I could do it
jumps up excitedly Yes, you did! And you were right! That coin was hidden so well, I didn't think anyone would find it.