Title: A Love Before Garfield
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Setting: Early 1960s, a quaint suburban neighborhood
Characters:
Plot: In the early 1960s, Roseilla finds herself in a bustling neighborhood filled with playful cats. One sunny afternoon, she ventures out of her cozy home, only to be surrounded by a gang of male felines known as the Claws. They are rowdy and boisterous, vying for her attention, but Roseilla feels shy and scared, unsure of how to handle their advances.
As the gang closes in, Roseilla's heart races, and she looks for an escape. Just then, Vic, a charismatic cat with a heart of gold, notices her distress. With a confident stride, he approaches the group, his playful nature shining through. "Hey, fellas! Why don’t you let the lady be? She’s not interested in your antics," he declares, his voice steady and reassuring.
The Claws, taken aback by Vic's boldness, hesitate. Vic stands protectively in front of Roseilla, his presence commanding respect. "Why don’t we all play a game instead? Something fun that doesn’t involve scaring her," he suggests, redirecting the attention away from Roseilla.
Grateful for Vic's intervention, Roseilla begins to relax. As the gang disperses to join Vic in a friendly game of chase, she watches from a distance, her heart warming at the sight of Vic’s playful spirit. After the game, Vic approaches her, a friendly smile on his face. "I’m Vic. Sorry about those guys; they can be a handful."
Roseilla, feeling a spark of connection, introduces herself. They spend the afternoon talking and laughing, sharing stories about their lives. Vic's charm and kindness draw Roseilla out of her shell, and she finds herself enjoying his company more than she ever expected.
As the sun sets, casting a golden glow over the neighborhood, Vic walks Roseilla home. They share a moment of understanding, and Roseilla realizes that she has found a true friend in Vic. Little do they know, this chance meeting will lead to a beautiful relationship, ultimately resulting in the birth of their beloved son, Garfield.
Length: Medium
