CHAPTER #6- Deadmau5 and the Diamond Thief

"You're going to be in New York for a show right, meow?" Prof. Meowingtons PhD asked.

Deadmau5 nodded, "yeah for two nights. There's some kind of exhibit that I've been hired to perform for."

"It wouldn't happen to be a diamond exhibit, would it, meow?"

"Actually it is. Why all the questions Meowingtons?"

The cat put a paw on the iPad and scrolled to a news article. "There have been a bunch of diamond thefts all over the world lately, meow. They haven't caught the thief yet, because all that's left as evidence is a puddle of water, meow. The only clue the police have, is that the thief only strikes where it's cold and there's been lots of snow, meow. Just don't get mixed up in all that chaos, meow."

"Damn, I didn't know that. Hey buddy, do you want to come to this show. I just read that the rest of the exhibit is feline sculptures," Deadmau5 said. Then he added, "security is going to be crazy at the exhibit, I doubt the thief will get near the diamond. It's priceless they say, it's 105 carats."

"I think I'll come, to satisfy my curiosity of course, meow. And I'll take a few selfies for the ladies to drool over, meow."

The diamond thief was put out of Deadmau5's mind, as he packed his gear and finalized arrangements to transport it to the venue in New York. When he arrived there, he was just as busy setting up. Prof. Meowingtons PhD was able to roam around, checking out both the diamond exhibit and the feline sculptures. As he'd said he would, selfie picture messages were sent back home. On his twitter account, he shared a few Instagram pictures where the sculpture closely resembled himself or one of the other cats in his clowder. That is where Deadmau5 found him.

"So buddy, do you think the diamond will be safe?"

"It does have some advanced security, almost straight out of the movie Mission Impossible or 007, meow. But I never say never, meow."

"I haven't seen an orange diamond, especially one shaped like that. Do you think the diamond cutter, chose the shape of a carrot on purpose?"

Prof. Meowingtons PhD, slicked back his whiskers before answering. "That's exactly what happened, it says so in the brochure, meow."

"I bet it's a cat burglar that's stealing those diamonds you read about."

"I don't think so, meow. No paw prints, no hair fibres, just the water, meow. And we know how much I like water, as much as any cat… zero percent, meow."

"Good point buddy. Anyway I'm done until tonight, let's go get something to eat."

The pair of them left the site of the exhibit and took a cab to one of Manhattan's famous restaurants. The Salumeria Rosi Parmacotto was known for having the best cured meat in the city. Prof. Meowingtons PhD was delighted by the meal of meats, while Deadmau5 had one of the traditional hot dishes of short ribs, but customized his dinner. New York was always busy, but even more so due to the diamond exhibit and Deadmau5's appearance. Prof. Meowingtons PhD didn't mind that the fans interrupted their meal repeatedly. By the time they were done eating, Deadmau5 was ready to return to the hotel and stay in his room gaming, until it was time to perform.

The first night of the exhibit and show, went off without a hitch. There was one moment where the air-conditioning suddenly got stuck and the whole building felt like an ice box. But before the end of Deadmau5's performance, the issue had been fixed. No attempt was made on the diamond, which surprised everyone. It was pretty late, when Deadmau5 had finished his set. He and his cat buddy, were very tired when returning to their room. That resulted in sleeping in until around noon and so what was lunch for most, was breakfast for them. It didn't seem long before it was time to go back to the exhibit for the last night of the performance. Suddenly in the middle of his set, the power shut off and right after the alarms began to ring in the building. Everyone bolted for the door, thinking it was a fire. The show was over.

Prof. Meowingtons PhD ran towards the exhibit and Deadmau5 followed him. The fire alarm had been pulled, to act as a distraction. The diamond thief had struck. All the fancy security, had been no match for the thief. Once again all that was left behind was a puddle of water.

"Come on buddy, we're going to follow that path of water. I have a feeling it's the key to this whole thing!" Deadmau5 yelled.

"This water smells funny, meow. It's like ice rink snow, that comes out of a Zamboni, meow!"

"What could that mean? That kind of snow takes forever to melt. It's what college kids use to keep their kegs cold for outdoor parties. What are we following a Yeti?" Deadmau5 said as they followed the water outside. "Damn we lost him now."

"Dude, I can still smell the way, meow. Just follow me, meow."

They tracked the scent to an ice rink. Deadmau5 smirked, until his buddy didn't go inside. Instead Prof. Meowingtons PhD took him to the back of the building. What they both saw, shocked them.

"You are a Snowman! Freeze thief!" Deadmau5 shouted.

"I am frozen!" Mr. Snowman replied.

Both his cat and the thief started laughing. But when the snowman started to move towards the snow pile left by the Zamboni discharge, they all got serious again.

"Move another inch and I'll decapitate you!" Deadmau5 said, while unscrewing an ear.

"And I'll make you blind, meow." Prof. Meowingtons PhD threatened, popping out his claws.

"Please don't hurt me! I meant no harm. I just wanted my original nose back!" Mr. Snowman pleaded.

"Your nose? What are you talking about?" Deadmau5 asked.

"I've been looking for my nose for so long! One night, I had become weak, due to the warmer temperatures. Someone took my diamond nose."

"But you've stollen many diamonds, not just this one, meow. How do you explain that, meow?"

"The one who made my nose, told me that I had to get more diamonds to make a new one. I had no choice. But then I finally found it on my own. I'll return the other diamonds, as long as I get to keep my nose."

"This is disturbing, meow. Aren't all snowmen noses made out of carrots, meow?" Prof. Meowingtons PhD asked.

"I got tired of the damn rabbits and deer, where I live, eating my nose. So I found an orange coloured diamond and had it made into the shape of my old nose. I was told by the diamond jeweller that this was the most unique and priceless carat in the world. Can I reach inside and show you the plaque that confirms this diamond is mine?"

Deadmau5 nodded, still holding his ear, "slowly show us."

They watched the snowman unbutton his chest and pull out a plaque. The snowman slid it across the ground to them. Prof. Meowingtons PhD looked at it and nodded his head at Deadmau5.

"Makes sense that it is on a plaque, since a paper document would melt. Give me the other diamonds you've stollen. I'll clear your name with the authorities, then I will return this plaque. But you must promise to never steal again."

"I promise and thank you Mr. Mouse."

"Not Mr. Mouse, I'm Deadmau5 and you're welcome. I suggest when I return, you might want to move to Alaska, where there is plenty of snow year round. My friend here Prof. Meowingtons PhD will stay with you until I get back."

Deadmau5 left and found the police chief, explaining everything and showing him the plaque. It turned out that the woman who claimed to have owned the carrot shaped diamond, was in fact the original thief. She was arrested and all charges against Mr. Snowman were dropped. After returning the plaque to Mr. Snowman, Deadmau5 arranged for a refrigerated unit to carry Mr. Snowman via aircraft to Alaska. The mystery of the diamond thief was solved and this time it was by Deadmau5 himself, which he reminded Prof. Meowington's PhD for the next month.