Chapitre 34 : L'introduction de Desiree

Linguini and Colette had a great time at their honeymoon. Although they're now married, they wanted Remy to move in with them so discussing about the bistro would be more convenient. After long time of thinking, Remy agreed to it. Colette moved her stuff into Linguini's apartment. The first week in the bistro after their marriage had no difference from the other days. Just ordinary busy dinner rush on Friday.

Just like any other days, Git walked Remy back home. "So, you decided to stay with Linguini and Colette, after all."

"Honestly, they were pretty persuasive. It is true that if we all live together, whole bistro businesses would be pretty convenient since I have no convenient ways to talk to anyone."

"Well, as long as you're happy, then I am." As Git and Remy walked down the street, they saw a figure limping. As they both noticed the figure, they approached slowly and cautiously. As they got closer, the figure was more visible... it was a rat, a female rat. She had brown fur, red-ish tail, paws, and feet. She was breathing heavily, sounded like she was calling for help.

"Oh, dear!" Remy ran to her, "lady, are you okay?"

"Help... water... food... anything..." Then she collapsed weakly.

Remy ran up to her to lift her by his shoulder. "Git, help me get her."

"Oh, yes." Remy and Git both gave her support and escorted her to Remy's home. Immediately, Remy grabbed a bottle cap, filled it is with water, and fed it to her. After doing so, he let her lie on her bed.

"Oh, thank you so much for saving my life," the female rat said as she let the water drain down her throat and refresh her body and mind.

"It's nothing," Remy always approached with kindness.

"Where are you from?" Git asked.

"I don't remember," the lady rat suddenly looked sad. "Only thing I remember is that I got separated from my family after my labor. He was my second child and I don't remember his name anymore, in fact, my whole family's name. I don't remember anything about them too. All I know is that I got separated away from them. So I've been searching for a sign of rats all over the places. Even though I met so many rats, no one seemed to be my family."

"Oh my, I'm sorry to hear that," Remy tried to soothe her.

"How were you separated from your family?" Git asked.

"We were on a boat. I believe we were moving due to some difficulties. But then with the aggressive waves, I fell of the boat. My husband tried to grab me but his hands slipped from mine and drifted off to unknown place. I found myself in some other countryside. Then I travelled to a lot of places and I don't remember anymore. Really, losing a grip from my husband's hand was the worst experience I had so far. I can't forget his face of despair."

"It's okay. Maybe we can help you find your family."

"I'd be appreciated. But I mustn't bother you. They wouldn't be around this city. It's too far from where I assume they would land."

"Also, you should get some rest. I know you're desperate to find your family but don't overdo it. You'll become too weak to find them," Git persuaded.

"He's right. Now let's get you something to eat." Remy grabbed some pieces of fruits and cheese from the kitchen and handed them to her. Normally, he would cook, but it seemed like she was too hungry to wait. So he just handed them without cooking anything else for her.

"Oh, thank you, I haven't had fresh fruits and cheese in a long time." As soon as she finished her words, she started to stuff her face with the fruits that Remy handed her. "By the way," she started after swallowing her mouthful, "how do you manage to live here? It seems like this place is for human to live."

"Oh, believe it or not, but I work with human."

"You what?!" She was very startled.

"Yes, I work with them. I know we're supposed to hate humans but I love doing what humans do, such as cooking."

"Hmm, you are one interesting rat. What is your name?"

"Remy."

"Remy... hmm... I heard that name somewhere..." The lady rat thought rather deeply.

"Really? I don't think it's a common name really." Remy replied.

"What about you? May I have your name?" She looked at Git.

"My name is Git."

"Never heard that name before." She thought for a moment again. "Maybe it's... oh, never mind. I lost my train of thought."

"Well, you'll soon remember. What's your name?" Remy asked.

"My name is Desiree." Then she turned to both Remy and Git. "What's your relation? Brothers? Friends? Roommates?"

"Uhh..." Remy wasn't sure if he really wanted to come out of the closet.

Git turned to Remy and put his hand on his shoulder, "Remy it's okay," Then he turned to Desiree and told her bravely, "we're in a relationship in love way." Git gently grabbed his hand and showed their rings to Desiree.

Desiree was surprised. "That's really cool! I've never met gay rats before."

"We're the special ones," Git chuckled softly.

"Well, thank you for your help." Desiree thanked sincerely. "I think I should catch some sleep now." Desiree yawned. "Oh how rude of me, may I spend the night here?"

"Of course, don't worry about anything. Would you like sleep on my bed tonight? I can sleep on something else." Remy offered.

"No, I'm fine. I'll sleep outside. I don't want to be seen by humans. I'll see you tomorrow morning. Good night." She stepped outside as Git and Remy opened the windowsill for her. She sat on her back and quietly fell asleep.

"Wanna grab something to eat?" Remy turned to Git.

"I think you know the answer to that," Git winked.

Remy went to the kitchen to fix some chopped steak. While they dined, Remy gathered his mind for a bit about Desiree. "Hey, Git?"

"Hmm?"

"About Desiree..."

"What about her?"

"I just have a feeling that she's familiar. It's like, I never met her before but I have a feeling that I have once."

"Was she ever with you in the clan when you were younger? I joined you guys when you were around 10." Git asked.

"I don't know. Maybe it's that I don't remember, or I've never met her but just looks familiar." Remy thought.

"Have any other female rats have gone missing?"

"No, not that I remember of."

"Well, many rats look similar to each to her, so it is possible to get confused."

"I guess so," Remy put his fork down. "I'm full now. Can you finish the rest of mine?"

"Sure, give it here," Remy passed the plate to Git and he continued to stab more pieces of meat.

"Wanna stay for the night? Tomorrow is Saturday after all. That is if you don't have anything dad is making you do tomorrow." Remy suggested.

"Not that I know of. Sure, I'll stay." Git agreed as he chewed on his meat.

"I'll get the mitten for you to sleep in," Remy stood up to get the mitten.

"Need help?" Git asked.

"No, I got it," Remy dragged the mitten and climbed up the windowsill. He made sure Desiree was sleeping safe and sound.

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