She carried the kitten back to her house, carefully drying its fur with an old towel. Warm milk was all she had to offer before hurrying off to work. Setting the kitten on the rug near a space heater, she whispered a promise to return soon with proper supplies.
All day, her thoughts drifted toward the kitten. At lunchtime, she rushed to a nearby pet store for basic necessities: kitten food, a small litter tray, and a fluffy bed. The cashier teased her about starting a new life with a new pet. Eliza only smiled shyly.