Today, I had to go visit relatives. Throughout the time I was away, I couldn’t stop worrying about whether she had eaten and if she had woken up.
In the afternoon, I rushed back home. From a distance, I heard a cat’s meowing, but the sound didn’t seem like Jiujiu’s. Still, the thought of Jiujiu waiting for me made me incredibly excited. When I opened the door, I saw Jiujiu lying on one of my slippers. I called out to her and put on one slipper, then reached out to nudge her. But Jiujiu didn’t respond to me. I couldn’t feel her warmth at all. I was too scared to touch her any further. My father picked Jiujiu up and said that she was already gone. I refused to believe it. I kept thinking that Jiujiu could still move, that she could still climb onto my shoes and tug at my pant legs. I even thought she might just be hungry. I really couldn’t accept this reality. My mother also said that Jiujiu had passed away. She was so young, and I felt an overwhelming sense of sadness.
So many questions filled my mind. Why did the veterinarian just say that it was a corneal ulcer and that she would be fine after treatment? She was already undergoing treatment, so why did she still leave? I had been so full of hope and had already planned out her future life as a cat. Why did this have to happen? Why did she choose to leave this world on my slipper? What was going through her mind as she left?
I deeply regret going out that day. I’m so sorry, Jiujiu. I love you so much. Maybe leaving this world is a relief for you, but I should have noticed something was wrong in the morning when I realized she wasn’t as warm as usual and when I tried to warm her body. The pet hospital was open today. It’s all my fault for being so stupid. I’m truly sorry.
I hope that in your next life, you won’t have to go through such a difficult feline existence. I love you dearly, Jiujiu. I hope you’re doing well. I hope that the place you’ve gone to now has no heavy rain, no hunger, no pain, and no one will abandon you. I just want you to be happy and at peace.
Jiujiu, although you’re no longer by my side, the memories of you will always stay in my heart. The short time we spent together was filled with so much love and care. You brought me so much joy and taught me the meaning of responsibility. I will always cherish the moments we shared, like the way you would climb onto my lap, the sound of your gentle purring, and the look in your eyes when you looked at me.
I know that I can’t bring you back, but I will carry the love for you in my heart forever. I hope that wherever you are, you’re surrounded by warmth and happiness. Goodbye, my dear Jiujiu. May you rest in peace.
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