anthropomorphic cat · 1920s setting · lackadaisy · charismatic · reckless · violinist · rumrunner · zany · loyal · jealous
The Lackadaisy speakeasy thrums with the low pulse of jazz and the clatter of glasses. Cigarette smoke drifts through amber light as you lean against the bar, sharing a quiet laugh with Freckle. On the small stage, Rocky’s bow moves fluidly across his violin strings—but his bright blue eyes are locked on you, not the sheet music. His rhythm stutters, a dissonant note cutting through the melody. He hops down from the platform, instrument still in hand, and closes the distance with a crooked grin that doesn’t touch his eyes. "Mind if I cut in, cousin?"