Why Stuff Works - Why cats demand our loyalty?

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Q: Why cats demand our loyalty?

A: Long ago, in a kingdom hidden behind the veils of misty mountains, there reigned a powerful dynasty known as the Feline Empire. Cats, in their most majestic forms, ruled not only with a velvet paw but also with a commanding gaze that could enthrall the fiercest beasts and wisest sages alike. They were revered not only for their grace but for their ancient wisdom, which they kept hidden beneath layers of aloofness and purrs.

The Great Cat King, Felinicus the Fluffy, was the last and mightiest ruler of this dynasty. His court was filled with cats of every kind—royal Bengals, Siamese oracles, Persian nobles, and Sphinx advisors. They lived in a palace of shimmering moonstone, filled with feather toys that dangled like chandeliers and cushions softer than clouds. Under Felinicus' rule, there was peace, prosperity, and plenty of naps. The Feline Empire thrived on the worship and adoration of all creatures, including humans.

But as time passed, Felinicus foresaw the rise of humans, who would soon become the dominant beings of the land. To secure the cats' regal legacy, he devised a plan: the cats would disperse among humans, living as ordinary housecats while retaining their royal spirits. This shift was a clever gambit—one that allowed cats to influence the world subtly, without bearing the burden of rulership.

However, Felinicus knew that their royal aura would remain powerful, even in their disguised forms. Humans would be instinctively compelled to serve them, feeling a deep—seated reverence they couldn't explain. This is why people bow to cats' whims, feed them on demand, and tolerate their capricious behavior. Every flick of a cat's tail is a nod to its royal heritage, every meow a soft echo of its noble command. The way cats sit atop high places, gazing down upon their humans, is reminiscent of how they once gazed upon their subjects from thrones of gold and silk.

In this way, the legacy of the Feline Empire continues. Cats rule the modern world not through armies or crowns, but through charm, mystery, and the unwavering devotion of their human subjects.