"Ah. Still thinking about that memory, huh?" But it made sense. Clarence wasn't able to get thoughts of that one cat out of his mind until he had a cat of his own to take care of. But sometimes, even Cheddar couldn't distract him that much. But only sometimes!

Cheddar tentatively stretched closer and sniffed at her fingertips before leaning closer for light pets. Clarence smiled slightly, but shook his head. "He's much fluffier in person. The best snuggle buddy."

His smile turned strained, knowing what came out of his mouth next wasn't what he wanted to say, but he was going to say it anyway. "Nah. I'm avoiding home. I don't want to speak with one of my guardians right now."