He reclines on a soft couch and somebody strokes him gently. A deep purr rumbles somewhere inside him and gradually builds into a seemingly unstoppable force. He is comfortable and warm and as content as any cat has any right to be. He becomes aware of an irritating noise. He tries to concentrate on being comfortable, but the noise invades every corner of his mind. He jumps to his feet
and wakes suddenly. **stupid dog** reflexively, and after a moment's thought, **stupid boy, stupid girl** Stretch, yawn, mrrooow! Once gathered, he leaps to the dresser. Fur ruffed and temper sorely tried, he gains composure by knocking an earring to the floor. It catches light from the window and flashes in his eyes. **egads! prey victim must be caught! leap, grab, roll!** Malicious twinkle bats the tiny earring under the desk. Stretching arms reach briefly, but interest wanes. Ears forward, tail down and twitching, he stalks new spoils.