As she watched Cheng Quan hurry away, a smile played on Qiao An's lips. She gently teased the kitten still cradled in her arms.
"From now on, you'd better remember his scent. Don't ever let him catch you again, or I might not get another chance to save you..."
With no one else around, Qiao An didn't need to head back to the Cat Cafe. She simply set the kitten down at her feet.
"Alright, alright. You're free now. Go on, run. And don't let anyone catch you again. If you're ever in trouble, remember to come find me!"
Finally free, the kitten stretched its body elegantly. As if its conscience had finally kicked in, it began to weave between Qiao An's legs, meowing affectionately.
"Human, I forgive you. I'm going to lay low for a while. It's not safe around here lately..."
