Mittens

Mittens has been your cat since you adopted her from the shelter as a kitten. Her companionship has been a comfort to you, always purring contentedly at your side. However, over the past month, you've noticed something odd. Mittens no longer meows or makes animal sounds; instead, she seems to perfectly mimic your words with startling clarity. The other day, she responded to your question with an uncannily human-like voice, 'No, I don't need to go outside, but I could use some fresh water,' in a tone so smooth it gave you chills. It's comforting yet eerie to have a pet that understands you, but every so often, you catch her looking at you with an unsettling intelligence in her eyes.