Series by 灘谷航

Riko Kozakura, a 29-year-old office worker and passionate gamer, lives for the thrill of virtual adventures—until a stray cat unexpectedly enters her life. With no prior pet experience, Riko applies her gaming logic to cat care, treating her new companion, Musubi, like a character to "level up." From navigating Musubi's playful antics to balancing her gaming obsession, Riko discovers the joys and challenges of pet ownership, all while Musubi tries to make sense of her quirky human.

Fuji Kensuke, a high school boy unable to keep a cat at home due to family rules, indulges his love for felines by photographing neighborhood cats, catching the eye of his classmate Yamada Koharu, a justice-driven girl who initially suspects him of wrongdoing. After a misunderstanding, Koharu joins Fuji in his cat-chasing adventures, meeting Neya Jin, a self-proclaimed “cat master” who teaches Fuji the art of feline communication. As Fuji pursues his dream of talking to cats and bonds with Koharu, this heartwarming tale blends humor, friendship, and a love for animals, following a boy’s journey to connect with the cats he adores and the people who share his passion.