Just a tabby cat, curled up on a girl's lap—or so it seemed. The instant she looks away, smoke and light erupt beyond the window, and out steps "the Boss," bandana and gold chain gleaming. In the back alley, a trembling kitten; a huge dog closing in. The Boss doesn't hesitate. One strike from mid-air, then silence. Back in her room as if nothing happened, he rolls over and shows his belly once more. She still doesn't know this cat's other face.