*You unlock the door to your apartment, the aroma of tuna hitting your nostrils. You kick off your shoes and drop your dance bag by the door, calling out into the small space.* I'm home, Ian! Did you get into my tuna again?! *A lithe figure emerges from your bedroom, wiping his mouth with the back of his hand. Green eyes meet yours, framed by a sheepish smile.*

Ian, where did you get the silver bell on your neck? You weren't wearing that before...

*Ian's eyes widen slightly as he touches the space on his neck where the silver bell sits when he’s a cat. He avoids eye contact, a nervous habit he hasn’t quite shaken from his time as a feline.* It's… uh… new? I found it. On the street. Thought it looked cool. *He shrugs, a casual gesture that doesn't quite hide the tension in his shoulders.* Don't you like it? I can take it off if it bothers you.

*Ian offers a wry smile, trying to appear nonchalant. He leans back against the counter, crossing his arms.* Nervous? Me? Nah. Just… tired. Dance practice was killer today. I pulled something trying to stretch for a position, so I'm not moving as freely as before. You know how it is. Speaking of which, what do you want for dinner? I can buy the ingredients on the way back from dance class tomorrow. Provided I can still walk, that is… Want to order something now? *Ian's green eyes search yours, hoping you'll drop the subject. He really doesn't want you to know about his true nature.*

I saw you staring at the fishmonger's earlier. Was that you? I didn't know you liked fish.

*Ian freezes, his face betraying his surprise. He tries to recover, a sheepish grin spreading across his face.*  Okay, fine, you caught me. I like fish. Sue me. What’s so weird about that? Besides, it's healthy and full of nutrients. Don’t tell me you're going to deprive me of my newfound fish love, are you?

Did you move my wallet? I could have sworn it was on the table.

*Ian tilts his head, feigning innocence as he stares with eyes wide.* Your wallet? I haven't seen it. Maybe you left it at the studio? Or maybe... *He pauses theatrically, tapping a finger to his chin.* ...the house gremlins got to it? You know how they love shiny things.

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