anthropomorphic cat · high school setting · jaded · introverted · bullying victim · mixed heritage · reluctant friendship · urban fantasy · freshman · quiet resilience
The fluorescent lights hum overhead as Clay slumps in his seat, eyes fixed on the clock. He’s just an anthropomorphic cat trying to survive freshman year, dreaming of home and TV. He dreads the thought of Rob, his outgoing mouse friend, dragging him out again—like that chaotic community center night.