Elvis: It was a quiet day. Too quiet. Where were Puck and Bea? Didn’t they know it was time to work. Well, at least Lupin was on the job. But I needed to know what was going on, and I knew just who to ask.
Elvis: Burt, what is going on here?
Burt: Everyone had a late night last night…TTTTTTTTTTTT
Elvis: Just as I thought. Puck and Bea and the Robber Mice had gone to watch some frivolous movie. Some of us need to re-examine our priorities. I was just about to start my latest investigation when She came in.
Girl: Elbiff! There you are.
Elvis: I knew she was trouble. But who could resist that sweet smile and those innocent eyes? She had something in her hand.
Girl: Prince Kitty!
Elvis: Alright. Even the toughest detective can’t resist playing dress up every now and then. She was my princess. But the question lingered. Sooner or later I had to find the answer:
Don’t worry Elvis, true tough guys know when to be a softy. I was hoping for a bit more of the interview with Beatrix and Baba Mouse, but maybe we will still get more of that. This was cute though, hope Elvis doesn’t mind me saying that.
Panel 2 reminds me of a former neighbor’s little girl who used to carry the family cat around like that. The cat was so big that his hind feet dragged on the ground, but he didn’t seem to mind – until he decided she was “old enough to know better” (around age 3) & he was DONE with that & would run away whenever she tried to pick him up. (I wonder if it had anything to do with her being tall enough that he couldn’t touch the ground any more.) Poor kid was so upset! It took a while for her to learn to just pet him & for him to learn to trust her again.
For a tough guy who nevertheless wrestles under the moniker “Mommy’s Special Boy,” (hahaa, that always cracks me up), you’d think that Burt’s trolling wouldn’t bother him too much, if he even sees it. :D
They had very important buisness to take care of last night, Elvis. Like learning Jules can only die if you take his head. He’s been around for at least 40,000 years you know.
McColl34 Premium Member over 3 years ago
Of course, NOW everybody is awake!
Le'letha Premium Member over 3 years ago
Awake and filming for the archives, Elvis. :D
Sue Ellen over 3 years ago
Wear it with pride, Elvis. It was bestowed with pride by a true princess.
McColl34 Premium Member over 3 years ago
It is already widely known that Elvis is a good boy. But always remember, he is a DIGNIFIED good boy! Forget this at your peril!
deadheadzan over 3 years ago
Continuing the late night theme……very good! Elvis is hilarious noticing all are now awake to see him playing with the Girl!
deadheadzan over 3 years ago
Burt’s comments are SO funny! Elvis is a good boy!
Colorado Expat over 3 years ago
Now, Elvis…. At least you’re not wearing the Pirate Ballerina garb!!!
marilynnbyerly over 3 years ago
Don’t listen, Elvis. You are the best of protectors of the Girl and her happiness.
MrsXandamere over 3 years ago
Excuse you, that’s King Elvis.
JDP_Huntington Beach over 3 years ago
Just remember, good boys, they deserve good food! Elvis taught me that.
Robin Harwood over 3 years ago
The crown is better than the baby bonnet, Elvis. But your “tough guy” reputation is doomed.
WelshRat Premium Member over 3 years ago
Just like Groot, they’re asleep for the ‘danger’, awake for the money shot.
face.less_b over 3 years ago
Elvis, it’s tough when all the woke folks make fun of you. You should consider starting a culture war.
222jo over 3 years ago
Did I mention already that he was my favourite?
Sionyx over 3 years ago
They were gonna see it one way or the other, Elvis, it’s on tape! And you know Burt’s gonna point it out to the others when he’s editing.
Jungle Empress over 3 years ago
As a Siamese, Elvis is, in fact, royalty. Prince Kitty!
cat19632001 over 3 years ago
What a wonderful crown the Girl made. It matches Prince Kitty’s beautiful blue eyes!
Lady Bri over 3 years ago
A crown fit for a Pirate Ballerina Prince! M’arrrrr!!!!
FreyjaRN Premium Member over 3 years ago
Elvis is caught out. He didn’t hurt the girl, so he’s being good despite the dignity hit.
dadoctah over 3 years ago
Long-time regulars will remember when the album of Elvis’s baby pictures surfaced. This is nothing.
misty over 3 years ago
You must remember this
Elvis is still Elvis
Tough guy is still tough guy
The fundamental things apply
As time goes by
When cats come into view
They will make fun of you
On that you can rely
No matter what your dignity
As time goes by
It’s still the same old story
A choice of love or glory
A bond you can’t deny
Because your heart is true
As time goes by
- Herman Hupfeld – As Time Goes By
rs0204 Premium Member over 3 years ago
Beware, Elvis, heavy is the head that wears the crown.
DorseyBelle over 3 years ago
Frankly, I think Elvis should count his blessings that he isn’t Princess Kitty. That was a very close call.
rs0204 Premium Member over 3 years ago
I slept 10 hours last night, which for me, is unheard of. The fatigue associated with this accursed virus is real.
Kitty Katz over 3 years ago
Elvis Spade, Detective: The Big Sleep
Elvis: It was a quiet day. Too quiet. Where were Puck and Bea? Didn’t they know it was time to work. Well, at least Lupin was on the job. But I needed to know what was going on, and I knew just who to ask.
Elvis: Burt, what is going on here?
Burt: Everyone had a late night last night…TTTTTTTTTTTT
Elvis: Just as I thought. Puck and Bea and the Robber Mice had gone to watch some frivolous movie. Some of us need to re-examine our priorities. I was just about to start my latest investigation when She came in.
Girl: Elbiff! There you are.
Elvis: I knew she was trouble. But who could resist that sweet smile and those innocent eyes? She had something in her hand.
Girl: Prince Kitty!
Elvis: Alright. Even the toughest detective can’t resist playing dress up every now and then. She was my princess. But the question lingered. Sooner or later I had to find the answer:
Who’s a Good Boy?
Sabrina17 over 3 years ago
From a Pirate Princess to a Prince.
prrdh over 3 years ago
To allude to another strip, #toughbutfancy
Michael G. over 3 years ago
Large, economy-size sulk coming in 3,2,1 …
Flapjack omelette over 3 years ago
Whoever put the hat on him probably got their hands scratched up…
Crann Bethadh over 3 years ago
But remember, Elvis, everything you do is dignified. Everything. Including this. Also, you meant to do it.
anomalous4 over 3 years ago
OT: Onyx update
Susanna Premium Member over 3 years ago
Don’t worry Elvis, true tough guys know when to be a softy. I was hoping for a bit more of the interview with Beatrix and Baba Mouse, but maybe we will still get more of that. This was cute though, hope Elvis doesn’t mind me saying that.
scyphi26 over 3 years ago
Consider it karma for complaining so much about it earlier, Elvis. ;)
anomalous4 over 3 years ago
Panel 2 reminds me of a former neighbor’s little girl who used to carry the family cat around like that. The cat was so big that his hind feet dragged on the ground, but he didn’t seem to mind – until he decided she was “old enough to know better” (around age 3) & he was DONE with that & would run away whenever she tried to pick him up. (I wonder if it had anything to do with her being tall enough that he couldn’t touch the ground any more.) Poor kid was so upset! It took a while for her to learn to just pet him & for him to learn to trust her again.
jadoo823 over 3 years ago
…”hey, at least The Girl knows I’m a Prince, Ladybug Momcat…”
Omniman over 3 years ago
Who the heck is Burt?
Crann Bethadh over 3 years ago
For a tough guy who nevertheless wrestles under the moniker “Mommy’s Special Boy,” (hahaa, that always cracks me up), you’d think that Burt’s trolling wouldn’t bother him too much, if he even sees it. :D
scaeva Premium Member over 3 years ago
Perhaps, Puck, but he’s a “tough guy” with a heart of gold and very soft center—as you know well. He’s also very dignified. Always.
gadenbaby (aka LadyKat) over 3 years ago
Elbiff, you are a very, very, very good boy!
Gent over 3 years ago
A good old boy is Elvis. Heh heh heh.
willie_mctell over 3 years ago
Babies, toddlers, kittens. Elvis’s Achilles heel.
cat19632001 over 3 years ago
If there are actual pictures of real Elvis with a Girl made paper crown, we’d love to see them.
knight1192a over 3 years ago
They had very important buisness to take care of last night, Elvis. Like learning Jules can only die if you take his head. He’s been around for at least 40,000 years you know.
Mx Crazy Cat Person over 3 years ago
OT: Found this and thought of Gent.
https://cheezburger.com/9626963200/yogi-cat
asrialfeeple over 3 years ago
OT: me
kit over 3 years ago
off topic – hyperthyroidism in catsDo you deal with a hyperthyroid cat? What treatment do you like best, and why?
Granny Roberta over 3 years ago
Burt is being mean. Also hilarious.
over 3 years ago
It looks good on you, Elvis.
Taracinablue over 3 years ago
The subtitles are funnier now that we know Burt writes them. He’s definitely trolling Elvis, lol
FreihEitner Premium Member over 3 years ago
Does Prince Kitty get to drive a little red corvette?