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Post by Willow on Oct 22, 2020 9:46:59 GMT -5
Littleshadow pressed against him, feeling her fur grow hot. "This is your clan now Owlwhisker. You belong here and you have a right to mourn your clanmates with the rest of us. And I appreciate all you've done to cheer me up, but I don't expect you to be cheerful all the time. You can always talk to me about anything that's bothering you."
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Post by Frozen on Oct 22, 2020 17:30:01 GMT -5
Earthstar turned to look at the deputy, noticing his change in tone. "I haven't. Has something happened?" he asked. If darkness was returning to the forest, he would do his best to purge it. “Venomspirit and I were discussing something earlier today. With what just happened, we were a bit worried about Jaguar still out there, and if she would use this to her advantage...” The deputy turned to look at his leader, unable to lie to the older tom. “What if the Dark Forest tries to take advantage of this?” "With your kits?" Earthstar confirmed, remembering their slight squabble after returning to camp. It seems the fire had everyone on edge - and for good reason. He lashed his tail at the idea of Jaguar showing her face in RiverClan territory. "You would think she would leave us alone after so many moons..." Even more troubling was the fact that Jaguar surely communicated with her parents in the Dark Forest. "We'll need to be diligent at any sign of darkness." he spoke.
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Post by Moonblazer on Oct 22, 2020 18:43:22 GMT -5
Owlwhisker’s pelt warmed at her close proximity, though he enjoyed it deeply. She was warm and the fact that she trusted him so deeply meant alot to him. “That’s what I like about you, Littleshadow...you’re the kindest cat I know.”
“I worry...” Diamondheart murmured, a rare show of anxiousness coming from the usually calm deputy. “What if they appear again? What if they wish to harm Venomspirit, or my daughters?” He choked quietly.
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Post by Frozen on Oct 22, 2020 19:41:56 GMT -5
Earthstar set his tail on the deputy’s shoulder. “I must admit that it could happen. Much like how Jaguar was swayed by Adderstar and Robinstar for her heritage, so could your daughters... but surely they would be able to fight back, considering how you and Venomspirit follow the light instead?” His words reminded him of Deadpath, of how he exiled him unjustly until he almost became lost.
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Post by Moonblazer on Oct 22, 2020 19:55:37 GMT -5
“I like to think so.” Diamondheart shuddered, glancing back once at the scar on his back and shoulder. He grew protective and firm then, though his voice wavered ever so slightly. “I’ll finish them myself if they come anywhere near my mate or kits.” He swore.
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Post by Frozen on Oct 22, 2020 19:59:11 GMT -5
"I'll support you wholeheartedly if that happens... as leader and friend." Earthstar vowed. He would spend all of his remaining lives keeping RiverClan safe after all they had been through. He glanced up to see the sky darkening. "Well, should we get going?" he mewed, standing.
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Post by Moonblazer on Oct 22, 2020 22:38:44 GMT -5
Diamondheart nodded, looking back at their clanmates before he mewed. “Now’s the time to go, if we wish to make good time...and, thank you, Earthstar. It means alot to me, that you always are there for me. For Riverclan.” His fears were assured a bit, thanks to Earthstar’s calming presence. He stood to his paws, ready to go when Earthstar was.
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Post by Willow on Oct 24, 2020 16:25:31 GMT -5
Littleshadow shook her head almost violently, sputtering at his statement "Me? No, I can't be the kindest cat you know... I'm... just Littleshadow. There's nothing special about me, I'm just an average cat. No one looks at me the way they look at you Owlwhisker. You're fantastic! I'm just.. a nobody."
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Post by Moonblazer on Oct 24, 2020 17:41:28 GMT -5
Littleshadow shook her head almost violently, sputtering at his statement "Me? No, I can't be the kindest cat you know... I'm... just Littleshadow. There's nothing special about me, I'm just an average cat. No one looks at me the way they look at you Owlwhisker. You're fantastic! I'm just.. a nobody." “What? Just Littleshadow? That’s like saying that Earthstar is-is just Earthstar! Or that water is just water! You’re amazing! You always catch great fish when we hunt together, and I really like spending time with you.” Owlwhisker admitted. He was not the best at deciphering his own feelings, but he knew he loved being around her. Was that what love felt like? He looked at her, ears drooping. “I wish you could see how great you are.”
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Post by Willow on Oct 25, 2020 10:44:45 GMT -5
Littleshadow gave her chest an embarrassed lick, trying to hide how much his words had flustered her. "I.. um." she stuttered trying to find the right way to respond. "I really like spending time with you too Owlwhisker, you make me much happier than I have been in a long time." she admitted quietly, hoping no one was listening around them.
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Post by Moonblazer on Oct 25, 2020 10:51:18 GMT -5
Littleshadow gave her chest an embarrassed lick, trying to hide how much his words had flustered her. "I.. um." she stuttered trying to find the right way to respond. "I really like spending time with you too Owlwhisker, you make me much happier than I have been in a long time." she admitted quietly, hoping no one was listening around them. “O-oh!...Really?” Owlwhisker asked hopefully, his eyes shining with happiness. “Well. That’s really an honor, that I can make you happier. I...I feel the same, you know. But, I don’t...well, I’ve never felt things like this about another cat before.” He admitted with a hint of fluster.
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Post by Willow on Oct 25, 2020 12:00:36 GMT -5
Littleshadow blinked, There's no way he feels the same way, he's just being nice. He has to be. The she-cat forced a smile, hardening her expression. "You've never had a best friend before?" she choked out.
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Post by Moonblazer on Oct 25, 2020 12:16:07 GMT -5
"I had my sister." Owlwhisker admitted, looking a bit confused as her expression seemed to change. He flickered his eyes to the side, fur warming. "She was my best friend...b..but I feel differently for you. Like the feeling of a best friend, but...more? If that makes sense. I uhm...I can guess what that means, but I've never really seen how that works." He knew she must have thought he was air-headed, surely, and he wished he was more intelligent about these things.
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Post by Icefire15 on Oct 25, 2020 12:26:28 GMT -5
“I know...” Orchidnight mewed lightly, appreciation in her gaze. She hesitated, wanting to say something, but she held herself back. They had just suffered a fire, and lost clanmates. She didn’t want her conflicting feelings to distract from that. She had never focused on such things while she trained and worked for her clan. Would he even feel the same, if she told him? She swallowed and mewed instead. “So...do you think the other clans will be present?” Thawfrost flicked his ear, “I hope so.” He said, looking at Orchidnight, “Otherwise this will be a short gathering.” He added.
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Post by Willow on Oct 25, 2020 12:34:47 GMT -5
Littleshadow shortcircuited "Do you mean like.. mates? Like.. Tinypool and Sharpthorn or Diamondheart and Venomspirit?" she asked quietly, a little sliver of hope coming back into her eyes.
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Post by Moonblazer on Oct 25, 2020 12:41:27 GMT -5
"Short gatherings wouldn't be too bad, but I wouldn't want it due to this..." Orchidnight shuddered, before her eyes sharpened and she dug her claws into the groud. "If any of them threaten Riverclan, no matter the circumstance..." She trailed off.
"Well, I think so!" Owlwhisker wanted to hide his face between his paws at how warm he felt, not used to voicing the feelings he felt. Things just kind of happened, and he rolled with it. This was different, and new, and while he had always seen how mates worked in the clan, he hadn't thought much about having one himself. But now, looking at Littleshadow, he could see the appeal of it. He wanted to spend his time with her.
"I mean uh, that is, only if you want to. I don't want to make you feel weird, or creeped out or anything. I've never had a mate before...but I like you so much."
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Post by Willow on Oct 25, 2020 12:58:26 GMT -5
Littleshadow couldn't help the grin that appeared at his words. "Weird? Owlshadow! I've felt this way about you for so long! I just.. didn't think you returned those feelings for me. I'd love to be your mate, if you'd want me to be." she mewed, feeling more confidence run through her with the confession.
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Post by Moonblazer on Oct 25, 2020 13:40:16 GMT -5
Littleshadow couldn't help the grin that appeared at his words. "Weird? Owlshadow! I've felt this way about you for so long! I just.. didn't think you returned those feelings for me. I'd love to be your mate, if you'd want me to be." she mewed, feeling more confidence run through her with the confession. "Oh, wow, this is- I mean, yeah! Yes, that's...that sounds good!" Owlwhisker blinked with surprise, though he felt a bit giddy. That had to mean something was right, and that something had to be how nice it felt to hear her say the words. "Oh Starclan, I wish I knew earlier! I would have asked you about it, but better now than never, right?" He was rather new at this, but he moved to press his muzzle to hers, that was what mates did, he knew that. "I guess that's official then...right?"
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Post by Frozen on Oct 25, 2020 14:43:21 GMT -5
Diamondheart nodded, looking back at their clanmates before he mewed. “Now’s the time to go, if we wish to make good time...and, thank you, Earthstar. It means alot to me, that you always are there for me. For Riverclan.” His fears were assured a bit, thanks to Earthstar’s calming presence. He stood to his paws, ready to go when Earthstar was. Earthstar took a deep breath, preparing himself for whatever would await RiverClan at the gathering. "I wouldn't do anything less, Diamondheart." he mewed. He turned to the Clan. "RiverClan! To Fourtrees!"
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Oct 25, 2020 15:06:44 GMT -5
Ottermask perked up at Earthstar's call, he took one last look back at his mate and kits before hurrying after the Clan.
Deadpath hobbled over to Shellstream. "Mind...uh...mind if I walk with you?"
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Post by Frozen on Oct 25, 2020 15:25:47 GMT -5
Winterfrost and Koipaw joined up with the others.
Shellstream nodded. "That would be nice."
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Oct 25, 2020 15:37:57 GMT -5
Deadpath purred softly and stuck next to Shellstream's side. Ready to leave when Earthstar led them out.
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Post by Frozen on Oct 25, 2020 15:55:12 GMT -5
sorry for short response)
Earthstar led the Clan to Fourtrees.
Shellstream stuck close to Deadpath as they left.
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Oct 25, 2020 16:07:12 GMT -5
(No worries)
Ottermask and Deadpath followed to Fourtrees. Deadpath stuck next to Shellstream the best he could and tried to not fall behind.
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Post by Icefire15 on Oct 25, 2020 16:29:32 GMT -5
Thawfrost was about to reply when Earthstar led the gathering patrol out of camp, “Looks like we’re heading out.” He said, nudging Orchidnight, “Come on, let’s go.”
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Post by Willow on Oct 25, 2020 17:46:43 GMT -5
Littleshadow purred loudly, pressing back against him. "I guess so. We better get going though unless you want to get left behind." she giggled quietly, moving along with the rest of the clan towards fourtrees.
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Post by Moonblazer on Oct 25, 2020 17:54:49 GMT -5
“I’m right at your side.” Orchidnight nodded, the heaviness in her heart quelled ever so slightly by Thawfrost’s comforting presence. She was glad that at least he had survived, and that he was still here. Phantomspots, Ospreystrike, Specklecreek and Stonegaze, they were still here. That had to count for something.
“Oh, that would be the worst! I have to see what happens at the gathering.” Owlwhisker exclaimed, though his eyes were comfortably warm as he scampered after her. He flicked his tail, before he shyly brushed it against hers, like he had seen other mates do.
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Post by mintedstar/fur🦇 on Nov 17, 2020 3:51:33 GMT -5
(Bump! )
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Post by Moonblazer on Nov 17, 2020 7:37:39 GMT -5
(Hiya mint! We’ll be finishing our gathering up here real soon, thanks for the bump bby ily)
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Post by mintedstar/fur🦇 on Nov 17, 2020 12:55:39 GMT -5
(No worries at all! Have fun! )
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