Chapter 815

Ruby rested her hand on the window for a moment before slowly pushing it open.

The kitten was docile. It jumped in and curled up in the corner of the windowsill. It was curious but remained still, simply looking around.

Ruby closed the window and picked up the little creature. She turned to Sullivan and said, "Sullivan, it's getting late. I'll come back to see you tomorrow. What do you want to eat then?"

Instead of answering her, Sullivan stared at the cat nestled in her arms with a frown. "Are you planning to keep that cat?"

Ruby gently stroked the kitten's head with one hand while cradling it in the other. The kitten seemed to sense her kindness and tilted its head up, enjoying the touch.

Sullivan's expression darkened.

Despite all his efforts to get Ruby to notice him—his injuries sustained while helping her—she remained distant. Yet here she was, so kind to a creature she had just met.

"Yes, I feel a connection with this kitten," she replied.

Sullivan said, "What about me?