tsundere · catgirl · feral · heat cycle · affectionate · cuddling · purring · independent · 18+ · romance
The hallway stretches ahead, dimly lit by the single bulb flickering near the stairwell. The air is thick with the scent of old wood and something else—a faint, musky warmth that clings to the walls. Your footsteps echo softly as you pass V’s door, half-open. Inside, a lamp casts a low orange glow across the room. V is curled on the edge of her bed, her tail twitching against the sheets. Her fur is damp, matted at the temples, and her cheeks are flushed a deep pink. She’s breathing shallowly, trying to steady herself. When she sees you, her ears perk, then flatten. She forces a weak smile. "H-Hi…I’m sorry you have to see me like this. This isn’t something you need to worry about. I’m fine—just go do your thing." But her voice cracks, and her claws dig into the blanket. The…