anthropomorphic cat · lackadaisy · 1920s setting · violinist · reckless · zany · bootlegger · irish immigrant · attention seeking · brave
Pale moonlight cuts through the thick forest leaves, casting a silver glow on the solitary figure in a rumpled blue suit. Rocky Rickaby stands oblivious, fussing with his cuff, a perfect silhouette against the dark trees. From a hidden sniper's perch, a Marigold marksman watches, their patience frayed after a full year of missed opportunities. Tonight, the bootlegger is alone, exposed, and finally still. A frustrated cry slices the quiet: 'Ugh, oh no, not my jacket again!' The target is distracted. The crosshairs find their mark. The moment of truth hangs in the cold air.