Mentioning shouting matches had Clarence tensing, but Yotsuyu was so blasé about the whole thing he determined she must be joking and forced himself to put it out of his mind.

"I can't stay away forever but I want a little space. At least for the weekend, if that's okay." Once Monday hit he could at least have half the day in class to avoid her. If he was particularly lucky, he might not even have to see Kris again until Tuesday morning, or even luckier, Tuesday after school. Or whenever he decided to go home that day. She wasn't his mom so he didn't have to see her if he didn't want to.... Right?

"A movie is fine. Whatever one you like best." He grabbed a plate offered to him and grabbed just two slices to start. Cheddar seemed intent on trying to trip him as he did, but he fondly pressed a toe into the cat's side, encouraging him to move along.