13:45 PM | The Pet Haven Residence Condo

The sound of water flowed steadily from the showerhead, the gentle scent of shampoo filling the bathroom.

“Blackie! Stop squirming right now!”

A sweet voice rang out as Yuna, dressed in an oversized t-shirt and shorts, chased after a small black cat that was darting around the bathroom in a panic.

The little feline hissed, its bright, wide eyes glinting with defiance. It struggled as if she were a monster trying to sacrifice it! Its tiny claws scratched at her arm like mad, but that wasn’t going to stop the ultimate cat-lover–Yuna.

Frowning, Yuna used one hand to secure the squirming furball while the other adjusted the water temperature.

“Don’t be stubborn! I took you in, so I have to make sure you’re clean!”

“Hissss!”

The black cat had no intention of cooperating. It suddenly launched itself out of her grasp like a rocket!

Yuna gasped.

“Hey! Don’t run out of the bathroom!”

But it was too late-the little demon was already bolting towards the bathroom door!

However-!

Before it could escape, its paws slipped on the wet tiles.

THUD!

It crashed headfirst into a bucket and flopped onto the floor in a daze.

“Mew…”

Yuna immediately scooped the stunned cat into her arms.

“Ouch! You okay, you dumb furball?”

The cat weakly squirmed again, but Yuna held it tightly. Its emerald eyes looked so adorable that-

She couldn’t resist.

She planted a quick kiss on its tiny forehead.

“Serves you right! Here, have a kiss!”

And then-

FWOOOSH!

A golden light exploded from the small body in her arms.

Yuna barely had time to react before she felt something getting bigger-heavier-

CRASH!!

Something huge collapsed onto the bathroom floor.

Yuna blinked.

The thing she was holding was no longer a cat.

She could feel it.

Muscles.

Warm human skin.

!!!!

Yuna jumped back, her heart pounding.

And then-

“W-WHAT THE HELL!?”

The black cat was gone.

In its place, sitting on the floor with an annoyed expression, was a naked man.

A ridiculously handsome naked man.

His sharp, intense eyes glared at her, his well-toned body damp from the water. His wet black hair clung to his perfect skin, looking insanely cool-and, unfortunately, insanely bare.

“…”

“…”

“AAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!!”

Yuna screamed at the top of her lungs.

Her body trembled as her brain tried to process the absurdity of the situation.

Just a moment ago, she was bathing a cat.

Then she kissed it.

Now the cat was gone-and a naked man had appeared in its place!?

…Was this a horror movie!?

The mysterious man looked down at himself, then back at Yuna, whose face had turned deathly pale.

And then-

“SON OF A-!”

A deep, furious voice cursed.

Because yes-he wasn’t just any guy.

He was Kirin-the foul-mouthed engineering student who had been cursed to turn into a cat when kissed!

But more importantly-

“WHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH YOU!? WHY WOULD YOU KISS A CAT!?”

🚨 CURRENT STATUS: 🚨

🔹 Yuna: Traumatized. Possibly about to pass out.
🔹 Kirin: 100% Naked in her bathroom.

WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON!?

∘ ∘ ∘ (°ヮ°) ? ∘ ∘ ∘ (°ヮ°) ? ∘ ∘ ∘ (°ヮ°) ? ∘ ∘ ∘ (°ヮ°) ?

“D-Don’t look, you crazy woman! Turn around!!”

Kirin frantically grabbed the nearest towel-a pink one covered in cute floral patterns-and wrapped it around his waist with a scowl. His sharp gaze darted around the room, searching for an escape route.

Meanwhile, Yuna sat frozen on the floor, trying to reboot her brain.

“What… the hell…?”

She smacked her own cheek.

“Is this a dream!? Ow-nope, it’s real!!”

She turned back to the man, her confusion evolving into disbelief.

“That was a cat… Just a moment ago… So why-??”

Kirin clenched his jaw, securing his towel.

“You are SO damn loud. I told you to turn around!”

His annoyance was crystal clear. He ran a hand through his wet hair, exhaling sharply.

“And don’t touch me again! What kind of crazy woman just grabs a random guy!?”

“And stop calling me ‘Blackie’! What kind of stupid name is that!? My name is Kirin!!“

Yuna’s mouth dropped open before her anger kicked in.

She clenched her fists, standing up.

“Listen here, YOU!”

Her big eyes blazed with fury.

“YOU’RE the one who’s annoying! What the hell are you!?”

She glared at him, demanding an explanation.

Kirin’s sharp eyes met hers, equally irritated.

…Why the hell did he have to deal with this lunatic!?

Yuna crossed her arms, standing her ground.

“TALK! WHO THE HELL ARE YOU, AND WHY ARE YOU IN MY BATHROOM!?”

Kirin let out a long, frustrated sigh.

“If I told you, would you even believe me?”

Yuna frowned.

“What the hell do you mean by that?”

Kirin ran a hand through his hair.

“I… was that cat you picked up.”

Yuna blinked.

Then-

BURST INTO LAUGHTER.

“PFFFT! HAHAHAHA!!”

“Oh my god-are you a comedian!? You actually expect me to believe THAT!? A cat turning into a man!? What is this, a fantasy novel!?”

Kirin rolled his eyes.

“Then tell me-who the hell do you think I am? Some random streaker who just happened to be naked in your bathroom!?”

Yuna froze.

…Well. He had a point.

But-

“So I’m just supposed to believe you’re a cursed cat!?”

Kirin crossed his arms, clearly done with this conversation.

“Then explain how else I got here.”

Yuna opened her mouth to argue-

And then stopped.

The memories came rushing back.

She picked up a stray black cat.

Brought it home.

Tried to bathe it.

It hissed at her.

She held it tight.

And then-

“I… kissed it.”

Yuna clapped her hands over her mouth.

Oh no.

No way.

Did she…

“…You kissed me.”

Kirin’s deep voice confirmed it.

Yuna’s eyes widened.

And then-

“AAAAAHHHH!!!”

Kirin flinched before grabbing another towel and throwing it at her face.

“FOR THE LOVE OF-STOP SCREAMING ALREADY!”

Yuna clutched the towel, heart pounding.

She was shaking.

She needed answers.

“What the hell is going on!?”

Kirin exhaled.

“I’m cursed.”

He looked at her with exasperation.

“When I’m kissed by a girl, I turn into a cat. And when I’m kissed again-I turn back.”

Yuna went silent.

Then, her lips curled into a mischievous smirk.

“So… if I want you to shut up, I just have to kiss you again?”

Kirin’s blood ran cold.

“W-Wait a damn second-!!”

Yuna stepped closer, eyes glinting.

“Hmm… Sounds like a solid plan~”

Kirin backed away immediately.

“Y-You’re insane!! DON’T YOU DARE!!”

But-

Yuna grabbed his wrist.

And leaned in.

(˶°ㅁ°) !! (˶°ㅁ°) !! (˶°ㅁ°) !!