[Cats and dogs are simply things that France would never want to see combined. Combining Man's Best Friend and the primary ingredient to the crazy cat lady might break the fabric of the universe.]

[France shakes his head, more amused now although still disbelieving.]

From what I understand, most mothers will be forgiving of their children's adventurous natures.

[He might regret this, but -]

I'm guessing that wasn't the most unusual thing you ever did that she found out about.