Scene: A small city apartment, the hallway outside, and a local vet clinic.
(Maya comes in carrying a cardboard box.)
Sam: Maya, what’s in that box? Don’t tell me it’s another online order.
Maya: (smiling) It’s not a package. It’s a kitten! I found her outside near the bus stop.
Sam: A kitten? Maya, we already have a busy schedule. We have to go to work every day. Who will take care of her?
Maya: We can share the responsibility. You don’t have to do everything. I’ll feed her and clean the litter box.
Sam: (sighs) But pets are expensive. You must take her to the vet. What if she’s sick?
Maya: You’re right. I should check with a veterinarian. But look—she’s so cute and affectionate.
(Mrs. Lopez sees Maya with the kitten.)
Mrs. Lopez: Oh, what a darling little cat! Is she yours?
Maya: Not yet. I just rescued her today.
Mrs. Lopez: That’s wonderful. People ought to rescue animals instead of leaving them outside. But remember, pets live many years. You must think carefully before you adopt.
Sam: Exactly what I told her!
Mrs. Lopez: Don’t worry too much, Sam. You don’t have to buy everything new. Sometimes shelters give free supplies.
Maya: Really? That helps a lot. Thank you, Mrs. Lopez.
(The Vet examines the kitten on a table.)
Vet: She looks healthy, but she needs vaccinations. You have to bring her back in two weeks for the next shot.
Maya: Okay. Anything else we should do?
Vet: You should give her good food and fresh water every day. And she must not eat chocolate or onions—they’re dangerous for cats.
Sam: I told Maya! Having a pet is serious.
Vet: Yes, but it’s also joyful. Cats can reduce stress. You both ought to play with her every day.
Maya: (smiles) I knew it. She’s not just a pet; she’s family.
(The kitten plays with a toy on the floor.)
Sam: (watching) Well… she is kind of cute.
Maya: See? She already loves you.
Sam: Fine. We should give her a name.
Maya: How about “Lucky”? Because she’s lucky we found her.
Sam: Or maybe we’re lucky she found us.
(They laugh as the kitten curls up and purrs.)
THE END