Chapter 1:

I rush out the door and onto the street, my mind spinning, my heart pounding. How could it be possible? To wish to fire dad, to obtain another job? As I drift off into a hole of trepidation, I spot a flash of black. I halt and survey the street, quiet as the evening sun took hold of the cold bringing slumbrous warmth. I begin to resume my walk my mind drifting back to-

“Hello”

With a start I swivel around, my fur standing on end as I face the source of the voice; a black cat with peculiar spots: her ears, paws, and the tip of her tail are red, as though she dipped them in dye! But her weird choice of fur dyeing distracted me not from her suspicious presence. With a more defensive stance I began to back away slowly so as to not provoke her, though she only stared at me with confused eyes.

She clears her throat before speaking. “Hello, my name is Ms. Picket and I’m from the Mission Travels of Worlds and Time.”

I stare at her for a hot minute, my head tilting in confusion. Mission Travels of Worlds and Time? That is the most undeniably, absurd, made-up thing I've yet to hear in my life! This Picket is either the most delusional cat I've ever seen or must be a snatcher! Attempting to snatch me up and put me for ransom! My ears flick back and panic begins to rise within me. She stares at me, perhaps trying to find my weakness.

“I understand you may be a bit…put off but trust me when I tell you that what I am offering you is a once in a lifetime experience! A chance not only to meet new cats, technology, but also travel to other worlds!”

How… much of an idiot does this cat think I appear that she believes I'll listen to these absurd lies!

“You’ll also be paid."

Now. Now she has sparked my interest!