“We’ve made progress,” the officer replied. “Thanks to your cat’s unexpected assistance, we have enough evidence to make arrests. It’s a matter of time before we bring those responsible to justice.”

I watched Marsa as she licked the puppies, her maternal instincts undeniable. Suddenly, the inconvenience of her frequent disappearances seemed trivial in light of her incredible actions.

“She’s a hero,” I said, my voice filled with newfound admiration.