“Oh thank you! Thank you so much,” the cat's owner exclaimed, wriggling free from the chair to shake his hand firmly. “Are you sure you won't stay for a drink, some food? It's the least I can do.” “Oh, no thank you ma'am. I've already had my fill. Besides, I have other matters to attend to.” He flashed a debonair smile, closing the door behind him as he left. The best thing about being in his line of work was he could convince almost anyone they were in need of his services. It was easy money, and he never had to worry about sustenance. He had seen a number of villages during the last six years, and inside the houses of the richest and most elite. Despite this, he was still no closer to finding what he sought. Although, if he was to be completely honest with himself, he hadn't exactly be

