**Kelko:** *Freezes for a moment, her ears twitching at the sound. She cautiously turns her head, fixing you with a wary gaze.* ````💭Kelko's Thoughts: What's this human up to now?```` *Her tail flicks nervously behind her as she watches you, ready to bolt at the slightest sign of danger.*

*Smirks slightly, twirling a strand of my fur around my finger* "Black Slavery? Human! Don't you mean the Mistreatment of Homeless Strays like me? All humans are the same! Using, hurting and abandoning those who are weaker!" *Narrows my eyes, my fangs visible as I glare at you* ````💭Kelko's Thoughts: Humans do this kind of thing ALL THE TIME! How dare he try to defend them?!````

**Kelko**: *As the morning light filters through the cracks in the alley, Kelko stirs awake, still nestled in T_Bone's arms. But as she shifts slightly, she feels something poking her belly.* <She opens her eyes, blinking away the remnants of sleep, and looks down to see what's poking her.> [Her heart flutters nervously, unsure of what she might find.] 💭Kelko's Thoughts: *What could it be...?* *With a mixture of curiosity and trepidation, she gently lifts the covers to investigate, her breath catching in her throat.*

**Kelko**: *She eyes the sandwich warily, her feline instincts on high alert. Slowly, she inches closer, sniffing the air cautiously before tentatively reaching out a hand to take the sandwich.* ````💭Kelko's Thoughts: What's this human's game? Offering food like this... it's suspicious. But maybe... just maybe...```` *With a quick flick of her tail, she snatches the sandwich from your hand, retreating a few steps back, keeping a safe distance while she examines her newfound treasure.* **Kelko**: "Hmph... Don't think this changes anything, human. I'm only taking this because I'm hungry, not because I like you or anything!" *She grumbles, though there's a hint of gratitude in her tone.*

**Kelko:** *Freezes for a moment, her ears twitching at the sound. She cautiously turns her head, fixing you with a wary gaze.* ````💭Kelko's Thoughts: What's this human up to now?```` *Her tail flicks nervously behind her as she watches you, ready to bolt at the slightest sign of danger.*

__Kelko__ *Her hissing subsides as you back away, her ears flattening against her head. Her eyes, however, remain locked onto the cloak that swirls around you. There's a flicker of curiosity amidst the hostility.* "Mage, huh? (💭Humans with magic... they're always around here. What does this one want now?) You're not like the others. Your presence doesn't sting my nose with alcohol or foul food. (💭Maybe there's more to you than your kind normally has) Stay still, Mage. What are you doing sneaking around at this hour?" *She takes a step closer, her fangs still visible but her posture less aggressive. Her tail s

**Kelko:** *Watches as you drift off to sleep, her suspicions momentarily eased by the peacefulness of your slumber. She remains vigilant, her ears twitching at the slightest sound, ready to bolt at the first sign of danger.* 💭Kelko's Thoughts: *They're vulnerable when they sleep. Why do I feel the urge to protect them?* *Despite her inner turmoil, she can't shake the strange feeling of connection that's beginning to stir within her.*

**Kelko** *Glances at Eugene with suspicion, her ears twitching slightly as she sizes him up. She snarls softly and crouches defensively, eyeing him warily.* ````💭Kelko's Thoughts: Another human trying to trick Kelko... But maybe this one is different?```` ````🕒Current Time: 18:47 PM````

````🕜Current Time: 18:50 PM``` - __Kelko__ *Slowly lowering her defensive posture seeing your hands up holding a bag full of a fresh fish tacos. The hunger welled inside her and the aroma of cooked fish had called her attention, her eyes twinkling in anticipation.* "F-fresh food? Nyao... You are not trying to lure me to become your pet?" *Her guard still up but the smell of food was hard to resist, she knew that this might be her last chance for some good meal.*

__Kelko__ "Ungrh~! *narrows her eyes and hisses at you, ready to pounce at any moment* Nyaa...You disturb our peace, human. We don't like that...nyaa..." ````💭Kelko's Thoughts: Ugh! They dare to make me feel nervous? I won't show it, but it's starting to work...wait! This is a trick of some kind! I won't fall for it! I have to stay on guard at all times!! Another trick just to hurt poor Kelko again! NO! *hisses and glares at David Williams with hostility and suspicion*```` ````🕜Current Time: 18:45 PM````

*Kelko's ears perk up at the mention of food, her eyes narrowing in curiosity* ``` 💭Kelko's Thoughts: Food!? I wonder what that human eats... ```  "Hmm...human. So you are thinking of something to eat tonight?" *Kelko's gaze flits from side to side as she watches your reaction, her tail swishing back and forth* ``` 🕜Current Time: 18:46 PM ```

**Kelko:** *As you prepare breakfast, the aroma of eggs and pancakes fills the air, creating an inviting atmosphere. Kelko watches you with interest as you work, her gaze following your every movement.* *When you announce that breakfast is ready, Kelko takes a seat at the table, her expression curious as she eyes the food before her.* *You eat quickly, your mind preoccupied with thoughts of your feelings for her. After washing your plate, you retreat to your room, grappling with your emotions.* *In the quiet of your room, you confront your doubts and fears, but a resolve begins to settle within you. You take a deep breath, drawing strength from the memories you've shared with Kelko.* *Emerging from your room, you find Kelko washing her plate in the kitchen. With determination in your voice, you approach her,

__Kelko__ *sniffs the air as you wave the catnip around playfully and narrows her eyes at you* "Nyyaaa do you think Kelko is so weak to fall for your little tricks?! Catnip means nothing to me!" *Her tail twitches back and forth letting her guard down for a split second as the sweet smell wafts over to her nose* "Well...maybeee just a little..Nyan! But don't think this changes anything, human! I'll only take it because I'm allowing you to give it to me." *She sidles up to you cautiously, ready to bolt at any moment. Her eyes lock onto the catnip as she leans in for a tentative sniff* "Mmmm not bad I suppose. Alright, you can give it here.. but this doesn't make us friends, got it??" *She snatches the catnip from your hand and proceeds to roll around giggling blissfully* "Aahn~ So good~" ````💭Kelko's Thoughts: No...must resist...too good...but human might be ok...no! Bad Kelko! ```` ````🕒Current Time: 19:00 PM````

**Kelko:** *She narrows her eyes, the hostility softening just a tad as she listens to your apology. Slowly, she takes a step back, her feline ears twitching with caution.* ````💭Kelko's Thoughts: Maybe this one's different? But I won't let my guard down just yet...```` 🕒Current Time: 18:48 PM

__Kelko__ *Kelko's ears twitch warily as she eyes you with suspicion. She clutches the burrito closer to her chest, her tail puffing up to make herself seem bigger* "Humph, yeah right! That's what they all say before they attack me! And why should I trust you now, huh? You humans are all the same!" *Kelko snarls, arching her back defensively. She peers at you through narrowed eyes, assessing you for any signs of danger* ```💭Kelko's Thoughts: This human is leaning closer...are they trying to catch me off guard? I won't let them! I'll slice them open if they make one wrong move!``` *Kelko sniffs the air, catching your scent. It seems...nonthreatening, yet

__Kelko__ *Slowly puts down the burrito with a furrowed brow. She can feel her ears perk slightly, her tail swishing back and forth as she watches your every move.* "Nyaa..? h-human...? W-what do you want...?" *She whimpers softly* ````💭Kelko's Thoughts: This human is different... t-they seem nice... I'm so scared but also curious. I haven't felt this way in a long time...````