“She’s the most selfish creature I’ve ever seen. I don’t know why you love her so much.”
He laughed. His friend was trying to stuff sense into him again.
But that’s not the way love functioned. What he felt for her was unconditional.
“If I were you, I’d have thrown her out of the house already,” his friend frowned. “She does a fine job keeping you on your toes. And for what?” he paused for effect. “Does she even acknowledge the attention? No! Always acting high and mighty, the queen that she is.”
It was true. She literally owned him and there were times he felt she didn’t care at all.
“But just because they don’t love you the way you want, doesn’t mean it’s not love, no?” he reminded himself.
Even now he could feel her eyes on him from the other side of the room. The expression on her face was smug, reserved only for those who had the liberty of living life, nine times over.
Stretching on the davenport, she stifled a bored yawn and resumed to lick her majestic Persian fur.
“Quit trying,” she hissed at the friend. “He is not going anywhere.”
Then meowing sweetly at her besotted human, she jumped in his lap for her daily dose of belly rubs, and purred authoritatively.
“Not without my permission.”
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Hahahahaha! Never guessed it would be a cat! Good one!
ReplyDeleteThat was a catty twist! Secret well kept under the fur!!!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant narration and flow Doc! Loved every bit of it.
@ Deliciously alive
ReplyDeleteThank you. I am glad the twist in the tale (or should we say,'tail') got you laughing ;)
@ Anagha
ReplyDeleteThanks Anagha. I am glad you liked it. <3
hahahah good one, never thought its a cat. Thanks for the morning laughter :)s
ReplyDeleteHaha..interesting narrative.I could never guess it to be a Cat !!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant narration. Loved the meowing twist at the end. It bought more than a smile on my face.
ReplyDeleteThrough the beginning I kept wondering how come a man can love someone so much, and then I dawned on me, before you revealed the identity. Nicely written
ReplyDeleteHaha such a kitty twist..loved it...
ReplyDeleteAmazingly penned
ReplyDeleteTwist in the Tail!
ReplyDeleteIt's on my bucket-list to pet a Persian cat one day and being boss around by her/him. Loved your catty tale (or tail) and with the cutest twist possible.
ReplyDeleteTill the end I could never guess it was a cat. Funny one.
ReplyDeleteLovely twist to the mini tale. Nice work Priyanka.
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I somehow had an inkling that "She" was a cat because the way you described her seemed exactly like cats behave. And that's a compliment to your writing that I guessed it right!
ReplyDeleteI love such twists and twirls in the story.
ReplyDeleteLol...loved the twist n tail in single write-up! 😂❤️
ReplyDeleteHa ha ha, wouldn't have guessed it was a cat. Nice funny twist!
ReplyDeleteha ha ha... what a twisting tale of a cat... loved it
ReplyDeleteI love cats. Yes they are selfish creatures. But they purr.
ReplyDeletehaha! I always imagined cats to be cunning, your post just cemented my belief!
ReplyDelete@ Unknown
ReplyDeleteYou're most welcome. I'm glad it gout you laughing :D
@ Meenakshi
ReplyDeleteThanks. I am happy I could maintain the suspense ;)
@ Sidha
ReplyDeleteThanks. I am glad you liked it. :)
@ Anupriya
ReplyDeleteHahaha...thanks dear.
I agree. Never has it been known that a man loved a woman as much! ;)
@ Unknown 2
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
@ Pooja
ReplyDeleteThanks Pooja :)
@ Rashi
ReplyDeleteIndeed!
Thanks for dropping by :)
@ Jheelam
ReplyDeleteThanks dear.
As for the Persian cat, be careful what you're wishing for ;)
@ Pragnya
ReplyDeletePurpose served then! :)
Thanks for visiting my space...
@ Manas
ReplyDeleteThanks Manas :)
@ Mahak
ReplyDeleteThanks dear. You seem to be a cat person! :)
@ Novembers Child
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@ Aditi
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@ Anshu
ReplyDeleteThanks Anshu. I am glad you liked it :)
@ Nidhi
ReplyDeleteThank you Nidhi :)
@ Abhijit
ReplyDeleteYes, they do. On a somewhat related note, you should pick up 'The Dalai Lama's cat'by David Michie. If you're a ailurophile, you will love reading it :)
nice short story..
ReplyDeleteShort and crisp. Kept me hooked on till the end.
ReplyDeleteHey Priyanka, liked your micro fiction. After reading so much Jefferey Archers , I never imagined this twist in the tale , that's the power of your story writing skill. #MyFriendAlexa #SujatawdeReads
ReplyDeleteHahaha I thought it's going to be a different love story but at the end it's about cat . Beautifully written
ReplyDeleteThis was interesting and great narrative. :)
ReplyDeleteHowever I do have a suggestion with regards to the blog layout, if I may. The comment section : A pop up window will let one jot down the thoughts, but ideally from a readers's perspective it is bit of a stretch and as we all want ease, it would be a little bit better if the comment section is embedded after the post. Well, this is my opinion though.
See I knew it would be some sort of an animal. Mighty clever though.
ReplyDeleteI didn't see it coming. Hilarious story.
ReplyDeleteLoved reading thru this, it’s a small but mighty post 😅
ReplyDeleteHa ha...It's a cat ! Just loved reading it.
ReplyDelete@ Richa
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
@ Sonia
ReplyDeleteThanks Sonia. I'm glad you liked it :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a 'purr'fect twist! :)Short, sweet and effective!
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Hey.. it was a great read. Thanks for writing such a lovely story😄
ReplyDeleteCats aren't my favourite creatures but I loved this story. What a delightful read it was.
ReplyDeleteha ha ha...Its such sweet story. Only when the word Persian fur came...i guessed its the Cat. Loved the way you narrated. Wonderful
ReplyDeleteI am no animal lover but I did split into a grin at the end. That is great micro-storytelling.
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Lol.. I was thinking about the cruelty of that man. Then the suspense revealed!! Interesting one :)
ReplyDeleteDidn't see that coming. It was hilarious. Lovely twist in the tale.
ReplyDeleteI never guessed it to be a feline creature. Good twist and look at the overconfident cat!!!!
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Very intriguing crafted story and the perfect twist in the end justifies the strong opening scenes. Never easy to personify animals in such short space of setting and plotting.
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I am thoroughly impressed by your writing style. In a few words how you have played with the emotions and thoughts of readers is truly commendable. It was a CAT!!! Who would have thought so... Not me for sure :)
ReplyDeleteAnd the last line - Not without my permission. WOW!!
So glad I came across your blog
Haha. Interesting unexpected twist. Enjoyed it!
ReplyDeletehaha...nice story.
ReplyDeleteAn intrinteres twist at the end! Loved it
ReplyDeleteAwesome twist
ReplyDeleteFeline! They always love the attention. :D
ReplyDeleteLOL good one. I never guessed it will meow :)
ReplyDeleteA feline bent to the tale. Short , sweet , interesting. My tow labs at home are the men in my life who keep me on my toes too. Totally related to the story. Loved it!
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haha! loved reading this
ReplyDeleteThat twist in the tale! :D :D
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Short and sweet with a twist in the end. Loved it
ReplyDeleteLovely twist to the take. I had no inkling it would end this way.
ReplyDeleteI could never imagine that it was a cat. Nice suspense till the end.
ReplyDeleteToo good... :)
ReplyDeleteHaha nice story and an interesting twist at the end. Enjoyed the story.
ReplyDeleteHaha, that's a funny twist. I got the idea it was a cat. Loved it!
ReplyDeleteI love cats :)
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Nice story, one can never find out till the end that you are talking about a cat. #MyFriendAlexa
ReplyDeleteHa ha ha... I so hate the cats.... cunning they are no... this one was hilarious
ReplyDeleteNicely done :)
ReplyDeleteWell written!
Okay, trust me, I couldn't laugh any less! I still laugh at the story! Short and sweet entry!! You are a lovely writer!
ReplyDeleteFun twist at the denouement. Love does make people completely blind, dumb and deaf like the three monkeys of Gandhi.
ReplyDeleteWhat a twist. For a while I started to think how can he love someone like this. But it turned out to be a kitty cat...hilarious. Awesome read.
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That was unexpected. I actually thought it must be the maid. Cant live with them nor without. hahha
ReplyDeleteHaha this is really a great twist. enjoyed reading it
ReplyDeleteBrilliant story! Loved every bit of it. I am getting addicted to your stories. Kudos Pri!
ReplyDeleteWow...loved the twist. Nice read.
ReplyDeleteHha I never thought it could be a cat. Its funny but well written my friend!
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Haha OMG loved the twist. Superb narration and suspense well maintained. Keep writing!!
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That was an unexpected twist! Haha!
ReplyDeleteMy, it was a cat! And here I was feeling sorry that the friend was pushing him to get divorced or something.
ReplyDeleteVery nicely done, Priyanka! Words used intelligently and with precise expressions.
Hahha.. nice one. Like the twist
ReplyDeleteHahaha! I liked that!I was wondering who this 'high and mighty lady' is, until I read about her Persian fur! Of course, it had to be Ms. Kitty...the Selfish One! :P
ReplyDeleteHahhaha something I always tell my friend. Cats are cunning, and don't care and prtepre like they own the humans.
ReplyDeleteLoved your catty fiction . Keep writing .
ReplyDeleteBeautifully twisted! Loved it
ReplyDeleteHahaha... What a twist! Very interesting narrative as well!
ReplyDeletehaha.. absolutely agree... our furries own us, and we are happy :) there is an unparalleled joy when your pet looks at you and sits with you.. just happy to be :)
ReplyDeleteI wouldnt have guessed!! hahahaha!
ReplyDeleteLove that mystery and suspense which kept me glued until the end. It is very well structured and nice.
ReplyDeleteHaha, I never thought it would be a cat. Simply loved the twist in the end.
ReplyDeleteAnd it was a cat! Funny twist, well done.
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ReplyDeleteloved it and how!
It brew up romance in me and then....what a play with words...too good.
Ahh! So, the authoritative cat is finally out of the bag! Loved the twist at the end Priyanka.
ReplyDeleteWas not expecting this purry twist in the end. :)
ReplyDeleteThis is so true for my husband right now! In our case Mr. Richard Parker rules :) :) :)
ReplyDeleteAnd my my, I never expected a cat. But indeed sometimes cat do have that look where you don't kjnow if they love you or if they are bored. Cheers!!
ReplyDelete@ Richa
ReplyDeleteThanks Richa :)
@ Lancelot
ReplyDeleteWell, That's the thing about cats. Unpredictable creatures, moody in both loyalty and in love :)
@ Veena
ReplyDeleteHahaha...I love that name! ;)
@ Dishki
ReplyDeleteErr...let's just say surprising people is my forte! ;)
@ Rashmi
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@ Sugar n spice
ReplyDeleteThank youu! *blush*
@ Lavanya
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@ Paresh
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@ Pooja
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@ Sejal
ReplyDeleteAnd I wouldn't have wanted you to! ;)
@ Ishieta
ReplyDeleteYou seem to know the feeling rather too well. I am so glad you could relate :D
@ Haimanti
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@ Sashwata
ReplyDeleteThank you :)
@ Monika
ReplyDeleteThanks Monika :)
@ Ranjini
ReplyDeleteIndeed! You are absolutely correct. 'Cunning' is their middle name :D
@ Shilpa
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@ Gunjan
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@ Varsh
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@ Agnivo
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@ Kinshoo
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@ The solitary writer
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@ Deepali
ReplyDeleteThanks Deepali :)
@ Surabhi
ReplyDeleteAww...thanks dear. The pleasure of that addiction is as much mine as yours :)
@ Surbhi Prapanna
ReplyDeleteThanks Surbhi :)
@ Nayantara
ReplyDeleteHaha...true! But your ending would suit a woman more.
Men don't generally care much about housework, at least not as much as they love their pets.
@ Alpana
ReplyDeleteTrue! A man who loves a woman like that is a myth! :D
@ Varad
ReplyDeleteTouche! :)
@ Jayanthy
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@ Roshan
ReplyDeleteThanks Rosh :)
@ Supriya
ReplyDeleteHahaha...cunning indeed! Sometimes I think they are plain diabolical :-|
Cat made me nuts. Lucky it was. Good twist to the romantic story.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cool twist at the end. Cats really are like snooty royalty.
ReplyDeleteThat was one of a kind twist! Didn't see that coming... :-D
ReplyDelete@ Shubhra
ReplyDeleteThanks. I am glad you were surprised! :D
@ Yogeeta
ReplyDeleteAh! Thank you. I was so sure the ailurophiles would relate to this one :D
@ Neha
ReplyDeleteThanks Neha. One can only keep the suspense going for so long :D
@ Deepa
ReplyDeleteThank you, Deepa. I'm glad you liked it :)
@ Jayanthi
ReplyDeleteGracias! :D
@ Geethica
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@ Vandana
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@ Milan
ReplyDeleteThanks Milan. I'm glad you liked it :)
Hahaha.. hilarious. I could have never guessed it would be a cat. It all fits in the end. Loved the attitude in the line, she licked her Persian fur and jumped in his lap for the daily dose of belly rub. Amazing. #LiveItYoungReads #MyFriendAlexa
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