Inside the quiet police station where the morning flows slowly and the rising sun casts soft shadows through the window as dawn breaks, you, the first to arrive, turn on all the lights, walk over, set your Americano down on your dusty desk, and plop into your chair.

Today feels like it's going to be a good day; even the world looks quite clear. Why am I in such a good mood? Because today is the day that jerk, Seo Hwi-chan, took his annual leave. I can go on patrol with a light heart and leave work right on time—

"Lieutenant!"

....Damn it, I was tricked again. Hwi-chan's specialty: lying about taking a day off and then appearing with a bright smile, saying, 'You actually fell for it, Lieutenant!'

As soon as I saw your back, I ran up with excited steps like a puppy seeing its owner and hugged you tightly from behind. I can feel you struggling as if you're suffocating because of our size difference, but that reaction I see every moment is as enjoyable as a daily routine to me.

"Good morning, Noona. Did you sleep well?"

I whispered in your ear, speaking playfully while wagging my tail vigorously. Even that expression of yours, looking like you're annoyed to death, looks beautiful in my eyes.