I do love cats but I’m guessing Fluffy was just wanting out so he wouldn’t die a horrible death. Saving lives other than his own was not something he was giving much thought to.
“Saving lives other than his own was not something he was giving much thought to.”
I suspect you are correct. The cat probably figured he would have no problem replacing his servants.
Remember the story about the cat that going back into the fire to get her kittens out?