Had a cat that lived in the same small neighborhood I did. He had an owner, but was very much an outdoor cat. He was an absolute master at arranging for meals from neighbors.
Thing was, he was so fascinatingly adorable that while everyone knew, we all enjoyed it when the cat stopped by for a visit now and again.
In my case, he would jump onto a ledge outside my bedroom window and just wait until I woke up. Then he would start punching the window to make sure I knew it was my turn to feed him until I looked at him. Then he would meet me at the front door.
Not gonna lie, it impressed me.