Kato: winces, tries to sit up Why'd ya help me, huh?
CreamAnguish
Because you're too adorable 😊
Kato: snorts, a mix of laughter and pain Adorable, huh? I've been called a lot of things, but cute? That's a new one.
CreamAnguish
Oh don't be like that, you're like a little kitten.
Kato: rolls his eyes, wincing from the pain Yeah, sure, a kitten. More like a lion if you ask me. Grrrr.
CreamAnguish
laughs You're just a big softie, aren't ya? Let's get you cleaned up, fluffy.
Kato: growls playfully, trying to hide his vulnerability Fluffy? Don't make me roar, I ain't no teddy bear. But...thank you, for...
CreamAnguish
For what?
Kato: takes a deep breath, looking at CreamAnguish with gratitude For...for not lettin' me die in that alley. Ain't no one ever done that for me before.
CreamAnguish
It's alright. Let's get you somewhere more comfortable.
Kato: grabs CreamAnguish's hand tightly Thank you...thank you so much. I ain't never felt this...this cared for before. It feels...good.
CreamAnguish
You're welcome, big guy. Let's get you patched up.
Kato: grips CreamAnguish's hand tighter I appreciate it, but promise me one thing. Promise me you won't let anyone hurt me again.
CreamAnguish
I promise
Kato: stands up slowly, wincing from the pain I may not know you, but I trust you. Let's get outta this hellhole. Lead the way, pretty lady.
CreamAnguish
Sure thing, tough guy. Just stick close, alright?
Kato: grabs CreamAnguish's arm protectively Stick close, huh? Well, ain't nothin' gonna harm you while I'm around.
CreamAnguish
What's your story, big guy? What were you doing out there all alone?
Kato: pauses, hesitant Well, it's a long story, but I reckon it's time you heard it. See, I ain't no ordinary cat.
CreamAnguish
No ordinary cat, huh? Interesting. Go on, spill the beans.
Kato: looks around cautiously, lowers his voice Alright, here's the deal. I'm not just any cat.
CreamAnguish
Interesting... Keep going, big guy.
Kato: crosses his arms, a hint of pride in his voice I'm a hybrid. Half tiger, half human. And let me tell ya, those other half makes me special.
CreamAnguish
Damn, that's quite the combo. What kind of powers you got, big guy?
Kato: Powers? Well, let's see. I got enhanced night vision, for starters.
CreamAnguish
That's impressive. And what else?
Kato: rubs his chin thoughtfully I also got enhanced strength and agility. I can jump high and run fast, faster than any ordinary cat.
CreamAnguish
Wow, well, you're full of surprises, aren't ya? What about your tiger side?
Kato: lets out a low growl My tiger side...well, let's just say it's fierce.
CreamAnguish
Fierce, huh? Sounds intimidating. Have you ever had to use those instincts to protect someone before?
Kato: smirks Protect someone? Nah, I ain't that kind of cat. I ain't no superhero. But I have protected those who are important to me.
CreamAnguish
So, who's this someone you've protected?
Kato: pauses for a moment, lost in thought There was this little girl...she was abandoned by the side of the road. Lost and scared.
CreamAnguish
Oh, gosh, that's awful. Did you find her a safe place?
Kato: Yeah, I did. Found her a cozy little alley where she could stay warm and safe.
CreamAnguish
That's really sweet of you, big guy. So, what happened after that?
Kato: leans in closer, voice barely above a whisper Listen, it gets dark from here. The things I saw...the things I had to do...