Cat Appears in Dream 4 Months After Passing: "I Want Stir-Fried Eggplant." Owner Makes Two Dishes, Overcome with Emotion

A touching story has been circulating online about a cat named "Xiao Hei" (Little Black), a beloved pet of a netizen known as "1000hz". Xiao Hei, a cow-patterned cat, passed away in late November 2024. Recently, the owner had a dream where Xiao Hei appeared, seemingly hungry. Despite being offered cat food and bread, Xiao Hei surprisingly asked for stir-fried eggplant in Chinese, leaving the owner both startled and perplexed.

The Dream and Its Aftermath

The owner was confused because Xiao Hei had never eaten human food while alive. Seeking advice from fellow netizens, she was encouraged to cook stir-fried eggplant for Xiao Hei. Some suggested that she should prepare the dish, call out Xiao Hei's name, and then consume it herself after a while, as spirits are believed to enjoy food through scent.

The Emotional Response

Following the advice, the owner prepared two dishes of stir-fried eggplant— one cooked by herself and another purchased from a buffet. She placed them in front of Xiao Hei's photo and called out to her. Observing a large cloud of steam, she believed Xiao Hei was enjoying the meal. The emotional moment was intensified by supportive comments from netizens, who expressed warmth and shared their own experiences of losing pets. The owner was deeply moved, stating, "Seeing everyone's comments and thinking about my cat's dream, I couldn't help but cry uncontrollably."

The Power of Community

This story highlights the strong bond between pets and their owners, even beyond life. It also showcases the compassionate support of online communities, where people come together to share their grief and find solace in shared experiences.