very easily when super stressed."

Qwilleran rose and went over to a sink and then said, "I'll shut this door here because there are no broken windows in this little room. I don't want them making a break for freedom through a broken window and jumping out and going outside."

"In the cabinet underneath," said Connie. The man took out two conveniently placed water dishes, filled them, and put them down near the bed. He sat back down next to her as everyone finally caught their breath. Connie set Koko and Yum Yum carefully down on the floor. The cats walked over to the water bowls and both began lapping up the cold liquid.

Connie said, "I'm almost afraid to go upstairs to check for damage." Her words fell on deafa few white hairs on the top of her head. Expecting it to dash away, he was surprised when it just sat there looking up at him. He bent over and put his hand out. The mouse crawled onto the palm of his hand and continued looking into his eyes. He took it upstairs and showed it to Connie.

"Well, look at that why don't you. You've made a friend. I dare say the cats will not approve when they get wind of her presence here."

"She just crawled into my hand. I felt sorry for her. It's as if she's asking for help or something."

"Well, she's probably hungry. Look at that tummy. I'm no mouse expert, but this little one looks pregnant to me," said Connie. "I'm going to