[A tender look crosses September's usually expressionless face and he pets wee Pepper's head with a finger. For his part, the kitten echoes the other kitten's sound.]

[murmurs] Cats are more drawn to others than some people realise.

[Pepper paws lightly at the screen and mews.]

[September is moved to ask a question.] Did you actively seek a kitten, or did yours find its way into your home as mine did?