"Carlie... Carlie, honey?"
You shake your head, and make a slight meow sound in the back of your throat in surprise. You look up at your mom, pleadingly, gripping the idea that you and she -- every woman you've ever known -- are now the same sex as yourself. She puts a hand on your shoulder.
"I know this is a lot to take in, and I'm willing to help you adjust. The days to come will be a test for us. But there isn't time to sort out your life just yet."
You blink slowly at her.
"There were others, Carlie. Others who will be affected by the curse. We have to get to them immediately, both to inform them of it and possibly to find a way to prevent it before it sets in."
You rub your arm uncomfortably, very aware of the soft feeling of your flesh.
"I'm going to be a cat-girl for the rest of my life..." you say again, listening to the melodic sound of your voice. "It was too late to save me... I'm going to... I'm going to..."
Visions flash in your head about all the things you've known female friends to do. You're now one of them.
"Carlie!" she snaps again. "Please! We need to get going, immediately! Each minute we delay, the more likely someone is going to wind up in a situation similar to yours!"
You snap back to reality and stiffly nod, eyes wide open. Your ears perk up as well.