She can't shake off her childhood friend, so much so that they end up together... IN ANOTHER WORLD. Apparently her friend is the holy maiden and the protagonist ends up being banished by that kingdom. She discovers that she's the chosen one and is loved by the spirits. After being loved and trained by a grandma in the forest, she embarks on a journey to the [beastmen] kingdom, where she's treated well... AS A CAT! How did this happen?
Why is it so hard to just say the truth about your identity? I'd feel bad lying to them for even a second longer. They'd be more hurt if you withhold the truth for even longer. It's almost frustrating, she's very close into the typical 'idiotic' female protagonist that I hate so much. The story is only making her stretch her "i am not a cat" confession for drama, but to be honest, it's quite cheap and boring. It adds nothing compelling to the story, yet it's /acting/ as if it's some big revelation.
The White Cat That Swore Vengeance Was Just Lazing on the Dragon Kings Lap