CHAPTER TWENTY SEVEN – A JOB FOR ONLY A DAY

Inspired by her afternoon with Marie and the kittens, a new resolve filled Karina. Maybe the structured environment of a corporate office wasn't her calling after all. Perhaps, a place like the Purrfect Cup, with its blend of caffeine and feline charm, might be a better fit. With a spring in her step, Karina entered the cafe a few days later. The air was alive with the rhythmic purring of cats and the lively chatter of customers. Approaching the counter, she found a friendly-looking barista with a shock of blue hair. "Hi," Karina said, a smile stretching across her face. "I'm here to see about the open position you might have for helping with the foster kittens." The barista beamed. "That's fantastic! We're always looking for enthusiastic volunteers. Let me get Mr. Hernandez, our manager. He'll be thrilled to meet you." Moments later, a portly man with a kind smile and a Hawaiian shirt greeted Karina. "You must be Karina," he said, gesturing towards a booth in the corner. "I'm Migu