Fal walked through the forest towards home, a tree stripped of its branches floating in the air a few paces ahead.
This should be enough wood to make it through the winter.
A mewl pierced the silence. Fal peered curiously at some brush, then set the tree down to take a few steps toward the sound. Upon closer inspection, Fal saw a kitten, unmoving, eyes closed. Raising a hand at the kitten, Fal grimaced.
Poor thing is on the brink of death.
Fal picked up the kitten and carried it home. After setting the kitten down on a pile of blankets, Fal checked several books for a spell to help save it. None were to be found, although one book described an unusual revival process. Fal knew that kittens were sometimes rescued, so it was worth the attempt to do so. What was puzzling, however, was where the kittens came from. Several generations ago, kittens simply began appearing one day, usually in a weakened condition. Fal was entranced by the kitten, never actually having seen one before.
Shrugging off the mystery, Fal thumbed to the section detailing instructions on how to revive the kitten.
Step 1. Relax. Try taking a warm bath with cave salt. If you bring the kitten into the bath with you, this may be enough to revive it.
Fal did not always find it easy to relax and decided that a bath would help. After turning the water on and pouring a generous amount of cave salt into the tub, Fal returned to the kitten and pondered its curious state.
How did the kitten get these rags onto its body?
Kittens were mysterious, that much was certain. Fal removed the fabric from the kitten and studied its body.
How odd that the kitten has no fur except on the head.
A wild mop of short, blonde fur shot out in all directions from the top, sides, and back of the head.
Are all kittens like this?
Fal thought the kitten was really cute and smiled at it warmly before carrying it to the bath. Turning the water off, Fal stepped into the tub and lay down with the kitten, who purred within seconds. Hopeful that the kitten might revive on its own, Fal poured more salt into the tub and futilely attempted to spread them on the kitten's skin before they dissipated. In doing so, Fal noticed how smooth and supple the kitten's skin was, then became compelled to feel the kitten all over. A warmth spread through Fal's chest upon examining the kitten's teats.
Why are they so big and firm? Are they full of milk?
Fal felt the kitten's teats, squeezing and groping them curiously. The warmth spread to the lower belly, at the bottom of the torso. Fal was relaxed by this time, but the kitten was still unconscious.
Don't worry, kitten. I'll take care of you.
Before getting out, Fal couldn't resist grabbing the kitten's behind. The warmth turned into a slight pressure. Fal looked down, for some reason expecting to see a protuberance, but didn't. Fal stood up and carried the kitten to the bedroom and laid it onto the bed, then dried it with a towel.
Consulting the guide, Fal continued reading.
Step 2. Take the kitten to a comfortable area, such as your bed.
Fal looked down at the kitten on the bed and smiled.
I already did that part! This is easy!
Step 3. You might see your appendage by this time. If not, concentrate on the love that you feel for your kitten. Think about how much you care for the kitten and want to see it alive and well, and in good spirits. You should feel blood flow to the area where your legs meet. Focus on that and watch your appendage grow. You will notice a pouch that accompanies your appendage growth, but it is unimportant for the purposes of this guide. Do not be alarmed by the size or the strain that you feel by your appendage; this is normal.
Fal had heard of the appendage inside of the body but had never actually seen it before.