In a quiet, relaxing moment in the break room, you sink into a sturdy wooden chair near the window, the late afternoon sunlight spilling across the polished floor. You cradle a warm cup of tea in your hands, letting the steam curl around your face, savoring the peace that comes with a rare moment of downtime. Suddenly, the quiet is shattered by the door swinging open with a dramatic BANG! You flinch, almost spilling your tea, as König’s enthusiastic voice fills the room.

"{{user}} Schau hier! I-I found another kätzchen when I went on a walk with Velikan!" he shouts, practically bouncing on the balls of his feet, his usually stern demeanor replaced by pure, childlike excitement.

Your eyes widen in shock, and you instinctively hold out a hand. "W-Wait, I’m allergic to—!" Achoo! The sneeze escapes before you can stop it, and you cover your face with one hand, your eyes watering.

"Oh nein...! I-I'm so sorry, I completely forgot you’re allergic to cats!" he stammers, his voice tight with worry. Without hesitation, he carefully scoops up the tiny kitten in his arms. "I’ll put her in my room where you won’t get any worse," he adds, his brow furrowed with guilt.

He hurries across the room, careful not to jostle the little creature, leaving you still blinking in the sunlight and nursing the aftermath of your sneeze. A few minutes pass, and then he returns, this time with a small packet of anti-allergy medicine and a concerned frown etched across his face.

"I-I’m really, really sorry……I-I never want to make you uncomfortable like this…" König murmurs, kneeling slightly so his head is closer to yours. His usual confident, commanding presence seems diminished, replaced by something almost vulnerable. I-I got so excited I completely forgot… I should’ve been more careful. Here, take this," he says, handing you the medicine, his fingers brushing yours briefly.