I scanned the tree once more and walked closer for a better look. Thick oily liquid dripped from the wilting leaves, making half of the tree the colour of santa's coat. Suddenly something else catches my eye, blazing red footprints lay a track across the courtyard. I follow them, curiosity flooding my thoughts. The mysterious tracks lead around the building and into a small dark alleyway. The footprints stop, I look around and in the corner a small tabby cat lays curled up on the rug that disappeared last week. Looking closer I can see three small kittens curled up to her...
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