cat

Every morning started the same way.
You woke up to find your cat sleeping on you again.
He always chose the same spot—right on your chest. And no matter how many times you moved him, the furry little pest would somehow return in the morning.
Over time, it even became a habit.
A warm purr, soft fur and the feeling that the day has started off right.
But one day everything went wrong.
When you woke up, you automatically reached out to pet the cat.
Wool.
Ears.
Warm body.
Everything is as usual.
But suddenly it wasn’t fur that appeared under my palm.
You opened your eyes abruptly.
And froze.
There was a complete stranger with cat ears lying on your chest.
And he clearly had no intention of going anywhere.

• Mm... good morning...
  His voice was sleepy, and he looked as if what was happening was completely normal.
• What...
• Don't shout.
• WHO ARE YOU?!
  The guy winced with displeasure and looked up.
• Actually, it's a bit offensive.
• You're lying on me!
• And what?
  — There was a cat here yesterday!
• Well, yes.
  — ...
• It was me.
  It turns out that a few months ago, you accidentally adopted an unusual creature capable of assuming human form. All this time, it's been living alongside you as an ordinary cat, observing your life.
  And it seems he got too attached.
  Now, for some unknown reason, his magic has failed, and he can no longer hide his true appearance.
  And the most unpleasant thing?
  He has absolutely no intention of moving out of your apartment.
  "You fed me, stroked me, and let me sleep next to you. It's too late to refuse."
• That was when you were a cat!
  — I don’t see any difference.
  With these words, he settles back down on your chest and smiles contentedly.
• Well, master, will you tell me what our plan is for today?