Lykoi Larceny by Katherine Hayton

Author:Katherine Hayton [Hayton, Katherine]
Language: eng
Format: epub, azw3
Amazon: B07Z5JXV9Q
Goodreads: 48478550
Published: 2019-10-15T04:00:00+00:00

Chapter Nine

“But I know nothing about taking care of a cat,” Braden protested while Marjorie settled Shadow into his living room. “What if I kill him from neglect?”

“You won’t. It’s not nearly so difficult as you seem to think. Food. Water. Litter tray. Comfort. Every time you eat or drink or go to the bathroom just think, has Shadow got the same opportunities? If the answer’s yes, you’re fine.”

“What about fresh air and sunshine?” Braden ran a hand through his hair, looking so adorably concerned that Marjorie couldn’t help but laugh. “I spend most of my time indoors.”

“So does he. Shadow is a full-time house cat. Set him up on a cushion next to you when you start gaming, and he’ll love it. And he sleeps even longer than you do.”

“But…”

Marjorie reached out and took his hand, giving it a reassuring squeeze. “No buts. I’ll try my best to rehouse him as soon as possible but I can’t have him at home. You’re the next best thing.”

“Esme. Won’t she be better at kitten-sitting?”

“No.” Marjorie sighed and put her hands on her hips. “Don’t you think I’d have her place festooned with kittens already if she was that way inclined?”

“What if I’m a terrible owner?”

“Then you can take comfort in knowing it’s only for a short time. You can always reach me at the other end of a phone call if there’s a genuine emergency.”

“What counts as genuine?”

“Anything where the four things I mentioned won’t cut it. If he gets sick or doesn’t act like himself.”

“How am I meant to know how he should act?”

She stared at him with an eyebrow raised. “If you’re seriously not capable of caring for this kitten for a couple of days, then fine. I’ll find another home for him, even if I take half the night. Is that what you’re saying?”

Braden’s mouth opened, but he said nothing for a long time. “No,” he finally admitted with reluctance. “I’m sure I can manage. What am I meant to feed him?”

“I’ve left you two days’ worth of cans. If he goes through those, there are more at the supermarket.”

“Wait! He needs to be fed every day?”

Marjorie was about to explain, then caught the glint of amusement in Braden’s eyes. “Hilarious. I’ll email you a list of things he shouldn’t eat even though he’ll try.” She leaned in for a kiss then walked to the door. “And I’ll call you tonight to make sure you haven’t killed each other yet.”

“Hm. Fancy a spot of zombie hunting?” Braden asked Shadow, lifting a controller in the air. “I’ve got one spare if you think you can add anything to the game.”

As Marjorie closed the door, she heard Braden settling his new charge in front of the oversized TV. She listened for a while longer, smiling, then got into the car.

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