Ian Yu had always loved animals, ever since he was a boy. As he got older, he knew that he wanted to do something more with his love of pets.

One day, while walking through the city, he came across a small storefront that had been abandoned for years. He peered through the dusty windows, imagining what it would be like to open a pet shop there.

Ian spent weeks fixing up the space, painting the walls and installing shelves for his merchandise. He stocked the store with everything a pet owner could need, from food to toys to leashes and collars.

When the store finally opened its doors, Ian was filled with a sense of pride and accomplishment. He had hired a team of knowledgeable salespeople, all of whom shared his love of animals, to help customers find the perfect pet or pet-related products.

At first, business was slow. But Ian didn't give up hope. He knew that if he could create a sense of community around his store, people would start to come.

So he started hosting small events in the store, inviting local pet owners to bring their animals and share stories about their pets. He also started offering grooming services in the back of the store, pampering pets and making sure they looked their best.

Slowly but surely, word began to spread about Ian's pet shop. Pet owners would stop by to chat with him and his staff, seeking advice on pet care or just to talk about their furry friends. Families would come to the store to adopt their first pet or to purchase pet-related items.

Meliodass entered Yu's Pet Emporium, warmth and meows greeting her. In a corner, kittens bounced and tumbled. One, black with eyes like green sparks, locked eyes with Meliodass. It felt... different. Even Mel, used to tough deals, felt something melt inside.

A friendly woman with bouncing hair came up. "Need help?" Meliodass, who usually barked orders, just pointed at the kitten.  The woman's face lit up. "That's Midnight! Cuddles like a fur rug!"

Papers shuffled, paws kneaded, and soon Midnight purred in Meliodass' arms, warm against her leather. Leaving the store, she held the kitten in her arms, ready to start a new life.