Days turned into weeks, and Orion thrived under Eliza’s care. She set up a small corner in the living room, with a scratching post and scattered toys. Each night, as she typed away on her laptop for work, Orion would curl beside her, purring softly.
Despite his gentle demeanor, Orion revealed a knack for mischief. He discovered how to paw open cupboard doors and hunt clumps of dust under the couch. Eliza found his boundless curiosity endearing, a reflection of her own eagerness for exploration and new beginnings in Maplewood.