Chapter 369: The tiny kitten, Coco
Aiden closed the laptop as he was done preparing the list of the people to be invited in the upcoming Christmas party in the company. "Once Layla will be back, I’ll show her if more are to be added, just for her approval," he murmured and put the laptop on his desk.
However, instead of heading to bed, Aiden put on a thick jacket and went outside for a walk. Even in the cold weather, many young people could be seen walking on the streets, enjoying each other’s company.
Aiden stopped by a convenience store and walked in to grab a drink. He paid for it and sat on the counter chairs near the window. While sipping the drink, he looked at the outside world.
His attention was drawn to a small figure near the glass—a tiny kitten, sitting in the cold, its wide eyes fixed on him.
Aiden frowned to look at the little creature, which had a delicate bell hanging from its collar. Yet, there was no sign of an owner nearby. ’Was it abandoned?’ The thought made his chest tighten.
Finishing his drink, he stood up and walked outside. The kitten barely flinched as he crouched down beside it, its fur fluffed up against the cold. Gently, he scooped it into his arms.
"Meow."
The soft sound was almost grateful, and as Aiden held it close, he could feel its tiny body warming against him. The bell around its neck jingled softly and a small smile formed on his lips.
As he turned around, he said, "Seems like you are abandoned by your owner. Will you be happy to come to my home?" Aiden asked, his fingers brushing the kitten’s face, which snuggled closer to his warmth.
"Excuse me! Did you see a small kitten nearby?"
A familiar voice reached Aiden’s ears and he turned around.