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Post by Moonblazer on Jan 7, 2019 21:53:39 GMT -5
Cedarstar flattened his ears, Lynxdapple's words pulling him from his thoughts. He glanced around the den, appearing unease at the thought of his scent replacing Northstar's. "I appreciate that, Lynxdapple." His voice was rather dry and guarded of the emotion he felt. "But tell me." He glanced back at the warrior. "If Northstar had made you her deputy and she died before you even got your paws beneath you, would you still be able to carry the optimism, you've always had?" Lynxdapple looked surprised at the question, before a small flash of understanding filled his eyes. “Whether I was a warrior, or a deputy, or a leader, it wouldn’t change the fact that I have others who support me, cats who I care for. I don’t think any cat is truly ready for leadership. I doubt Northstar was when she was chosen, so soon after getting her name. But at the end of the day, she put her faith in her clan and she took a leap into the unknown.” Lynxdapple had a small twinkle to his eyes. “I understand parts of you. I know what it feels like, to have a good father, to grow without a mother. To have a brother who the clan doesn’t trust...and to myself not trust him early on when everything was first revealed. To have a mate and three kits who I want nothing more than to prove the best of myself to. The difference here, Cedarstorm, is that I let my regrets and doubts fade long ago...My father used to tell me to always walk down the untrodden path, to not be afraid of the future. There is always an adventure in need of an adventurer.” He chuckled.
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 7, 2019 22:02:26 GMT -5
(You keep calling him Cedarstorm xD)
Cedarstar flicked his ear, Lynxdapple's words reminding him of part of his nine lives ceremony. The shadows of his mind nagged at him, he wondered if maybe Lynxdapple only said these words because that's what he wanted himself to be like in Cedarstar's situation, when he'd probably act completely different if he were truly thrust into leadership so sharply.
"Your doubts will be your greatest enemy."
The words Northstar told him rang in his head. Cedarstar flicked his ear, conflict wrestling inside of him. "I suppose you're right."
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Post by Moonblazer on Jan 7, 2019 22:06:06 GMT -5
(You keep calling him Cedarstorm xD) Cedarstar flicked his ear, Lynxdapple's words reminding him of part of his nine lives ceremony. The shadows of his mind nagged at him, he wondered if maybe Lynxdapple only said these words because that's what he wanted himself to be like in Cedarstar's situation, when he'd probably act completely different if he were truly thrust into leadership so sharply. "Your doubts will be your greatest enemy."The words Northstar told him rang in his head. Cedarstar flicked his ear, conflict wrestling inside of him. "I suppose you're right." (Oops! XD ) “I could be wrong. Everything I say could be completely wrong.” Lynxdapple mewed. “The only one who can assure you fully is yourself. And the only one who can destroy you is also yourself. But Northstar chose you for a reason. And she believed you were right for the position. I see no reason to not support that. You have always acted with loyalty and dedication. What more can I ask of my leader?” Lynxdapple tipped his head. He moved to place the grass and feathers near his nest.
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 7, 2019 22:10:18 GMT -5
Cedarstar flicked his ear again, glancing away from the tom. "I only wish I knew what that reason was." He lowered his head to weave some of the feathers into his nest. StarClan, it was going to be strange sleeping in this den tonight. "I'll always try my hardest for ShadowClan. Nothing will stop me from doing that."
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Post by Moonblazer on Jan 7, 2019 22:13:29 GMT -5
Cedarstar flicked his ear again, glancing away from the tom. "I only wish I knew what that reason was." He lowered his head to weave some of the feathers into his nest. StarClan, it was going to be strange sleeping in this den tonight. "I'll always try my hardest for ShadowClan. Nothing will stop me from doing that." “It’s best not to question the past, better to drive for the future. You’ll be a great leader, if you keep thinking like that. That nothing will stop you from doing what you can for Shadowclan. Just know that there’s more of us on your side than you think.” Lynxdapple chuckled.
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 7, 2019 22:15:22 GMT -5
Cedarstar glanced at the tom, his ear flicking in betrayal of his doubt. "Thank you, Lynxdapple."
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Post by Moonblazer on Jan 7, 2019 22:21:51 GMT -5
Cedarstar glanced at the tom, his ear flicking in betrayal of his doubt. "Thank you, Lynxdapple." “Give it time.” Lynxdapple nodded. He turned and mewed. “That should be good, material wise. Sorry if I’m being a bother. No apprentice and finished duties leaves me rather open for conversation. I can go now, if you’d like.”
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 7, 2019 22:23:27 GMT -5
Cedarstar shook his head. "I won't take up any more of your time. I'm sure you want to spend it with Sandflower and your kits."
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Post by Moonblazer on Jan 7, 2019 22:26:28 GMT -5
Cedarstar shook his head. "I won't take up any more of your time. I'm sure you want to spend it with Sandflower and your kits." “Sandflower’s on patrol, I’m afraid. Though, I suppose I could pester my kits.” Lynxdapple snorted with humor. “Good night, Cedarstar.”
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 7, 2019 22:27:40 GMT -5
Cedarstar nodded after the tom, muttering his own farewell before turning to work on his nest once again.
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Post by Firebelly on Jan 7, 2019 22:36:45 GMT -5
((*pats Cedarstar reassuringly* I'll be okay there friend I promise))
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 7, 2019 22:37:23 GMT -5
(XD I'm sure it will lol)
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Post by Foxstar26 on Jan 7, 2019 23:48:07 GMT -5
Hey sorry)
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 7, 2019 23:50:02 GMT -5
(No biggie! We're not doing much )
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Post by Foxstar26 on Jan 7, 2019 23:51:06 GMT -5
We went out for a drink to celebrate our last first day of classes then we watched a movie :3)
Stonesong looked up at Ashrock. "Sure." She purred. She was happy to get to spend some time with him. Hopefully he was in a better mood since Snowdance let him go early.
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 8, 2019 0:28:05 GMT -5
(Fun! Which movie?)
Ashrock smiled back at her and stepped out of the den to walk over to the prey pile. "What are you hungry for?"
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Post by Firebelly on Jan 8, 2019 0:33:18 GMT -5
((okay im not poofy anymore and have like an hour before bed))
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 8, 2019 0:34:12 GMT -5
(Sweet! What do you wanna rp?)
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Post by Firebelly on Jan 8, 2019 0:37:16 GMT -5
((Uhhh....I didn't get that far lol. I have everyone open but Sandflower who's on the patrol.))
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 8, 2019 0:38:10 GMT -5
(Lol, I got everyone but Ashrock and Scorchfire open, take your pick!)
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Post by Firebelly on Jan 8, 2019 0:44:50 GMT -5
((uuuhhhh.....how about some bro bonding time))
Stormfury padded over to Cedarstar who I'm unsure where he is at the moment. He stopped before reaching him, realizing he wasn't sure what to say. He shifted his paws awkwardly. Perhaps it was just better to let the leader be and to continue on his way. He flicked his tail in frustration. Why was he so bad at this?
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 8, 2019 0:57:25 GMT -5
(Hahahahahahaha, yes!)
Cedarstar was actually in his new den trying to make his nest. He didn't notice someone had padded up to the entrance of it.
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Post by Firebelly on Jan 8, 2019 1:02:01 GMT -5
With a sigh, Stormfury called into the den. "Any chance you want to go for a stroll with me?" He asked, not realizing the leader was in the middle of Extreme Home Makeover: Nest EditionTM. He flicked his tail, still feeling rather awkward.
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 8, 2019 1:06:07 GMT -5
(XD)
Cedarstar furrowed his brow at the question that called through the camp entrance. Was that...Stormfury? He paused his nest building and padded over to the den entrance, stepping outside and looking at Stormfury with confusion furrowed in his brow. "What?"
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Post by Firebelly on Jan 8, 2019 1:09:15 GMT -5
Stormfury shrugged. "There have been a few times when I've been feeling really down that a walk has really helped to change that." He flicked his tail as he thought back to his stroll with Northstar. "I was wondering if you wanted to get out of camp for a bit and go for a walk. It might help clear your head."
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 8, 2019 1:12:33 GMT -5
Cedarstar blinked at him. "If you're feeling down now, Stormfury, I think Cherryvine would be better company for you than I would."
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Post by Firebelly on Jan 8, 2019 1:16:28 GMT -5
Stormfury flicked his tail. "Not for me, rabbit-brain." He said, though his tone wasn't nearly as harsh as the words implied. "You've looked like you want nothing more than to drop everything and run since you got back from the Moonstone. It might make you feel better to get out of camp for awhile. "
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 8, 2019 1:20:22 GMT -5
Cedarstar frowned at him, but his ear did flick with the doubt in his mind. "I would never run from ShadowClan, Stormfury. I'm not some timid WindClan cat." He stepped past the warrior, tail flicking in anxious annoyance. "Are you coming or not?"
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Post by Firebelly on Jan 8, 2019 1:23:41 GMT -5
Stormfury was mid eye-roll when the leader asked if he was coming. Blinking in surprise, he nodded and padded after Cedarstar, a small smile on his face. Though he sensed the leader didn't actually want to be out here with him, Stormfury was pleased he was coming anyway. "You made a good choice." He said after a moment of awkward silence. "For your deputy I mean. Cloudscar is one of the most experienced cats in this clan."
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Jan 8, 2019 1:28:21 GMT -5
"He is the most experienced warrior in the Clan." Cedarstar didn't look at Stormfury when they exited the camp, he just padded on. "I knew he had close relations with the elders that had passed on during the AdderClan ordeal. I figured the wisdom he learned from them and the wisdom he learned from his own life would help counteract my youth."
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