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Post by Swimfast on Nov 8, 2009 16:50:17 GMT -5
Icefur padded alongside her apprentice, Nightpaw, her gaze was fixed on him, as he led the way through the forest. He had decided to stay in Thunderclan, and move on, from Mistpaw. As they got closer to Sunningrocks, a Riverclan scent suddenly hit her. She saw Nightpaw's fur prickle with excitement, and she quickly purred, "Nightpaw, you have decided. Be strong, and hold true to what you said." His fur lay flat, and he let his tail drag on the ground. Icefur leaned, and licked his shoulder, knowing how hard this choice had been for him.
They came out of the trees, and saw a figure sitting on a rock, her shape was outlined against the bright blue sky. Nightpaw loudly meowed a greeting, and Icefur jumped in front of him, "Nightpaw, you do want to stay in Thunderclan, right?" He sighed, and slowly nodded. She flicked her tail, "I'm not going to force you to stay, no cat is. If you're not happy.....just, decide quickly what you really want." Nightpaw looked into her eyes, "I already told you I'm staying. But that doesn't mean I have to completely ignore Mistpaw, and block her out of my mind. She's still going to be my friend." Icefur narrowed her eyes, but nodded, "Just remember where your loyalties lay."
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Nightpaw lashed his tail through the air, and turned to face Mistpaw, he purred, and bounded up the rocks to meet her, breathing in her sweet scent. Icefur followed closely behind him, and he felt her gaze on him as he curled around Mistpaw. Get control of yourself, Nightpaw! He shook himself, and took a step back, to face Mistpaw, "It's good to see you again." He heard Icefur breath in the air, and he tensed, opening his mouth also. Hoping that a Riverclan or Thunderclan patrol wouldn't catch them. But Icefur meowed, "I was just seeing if I could smell Dustfoot yet. He should be here." Mistpaw jumped up, "Your deputy is coming!?" Nightpaw looked over his shoulder at Icefur, and then went to lick Mistpaw's ear, "It's okay, Mistpaw. He won't hurt you, he already knows." She looked into his eyes, "Then why is he coming!?" Nightpaw took a few steps back, "That's a good question, but it's going to be okay." He purred, and moved closer to her again.
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Mistpaw shook her head, "I believe you, Nightpaw. I believe you." She sat, and curled her tail around her paws again. She closed her eyes, "So, what do you want?" Her tone was cool, and steady, but it trembled a bit with every word. Nightpaw must have sensed her uneasiness, because she suddenly felt his warm breath at her neck, he pressed his muzzle into her shoulder, and purred, "Why are you afraid, Mistpaw?" There was something in his voice that she couldn't quite figure out. She shook her head, "It's...it's nothing..."
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Post by ~Spring~ on Nov 8, 2009 17:08:52 GMT -5
Dustfoot quite honestly felt like a third wheel for tagging along like this, but he knew that he should come. As he stepped out of the trees, he calmly strode over and sat down next to Icefur. "Greetings." He said quietly to Icefur. Dustfoot's gaze rested upon the two apprentices. Poor Nightpaw.... He has already had to make such a big decision in his life. He thought as a flicker of sadness revealed itself in his eyes. Dustfoot wondered for a moment if Nightpaw would stay with his clan, or go with Mistpaw. He said he was going to choose Thunderclan..... but he loves Mistpaw as well. He thought as he nervously pawed the ground. For a split second, Dustfoot thought his mate, who was up in Starclan. Almost every day, Dustfoot would think of her and be reminded what love felt like. After realizing he had drifted off into his thoughts again, he shook his head and glanced over at the apprentices, then Icefur. [/size][/blockquote] |
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Post by Swimfast on Nov 8, 2009 17:25:26 GMT -5
Icefur looked at Dustfoot, and nodded, "Good to see you." Then she leaned closer, and whispered, "Nightpaw is....I think he really likes Mistpaw. I hope he stays....he seems, very into Mistpaw, right now." Her eyes flashed, and she flicked her ear toward the two apprentices, huddled close together, their tails twirled around each other.
Icefur sat, and meowed, "Nightpaw, now you can tell Mistpaw what you wanted to tell her." He looked over his shoulder, and she saw sadness welling up in his eyes. Poor Nightpaw. I don't want him to go through this...But, he has to decide sometime... Icefur nodded to Nightpaw, and he faced Mistpaw again.
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Nightpaw looked at his paws, as he shuffled them on the ground, "Mistpaw......I...I came here to tell you that..." His voice cracked, and he felt himself shake, and then Mistpaw was there, pressing her side against his, and laying her head against his shoulder, "What Nightpaw? Tell me." He leaned into her, and avoided meeting Icefur's and Dustfoot's gaze, "I can't say it Mistpaw.....I can't....." His voice was now a whisper, and suddenly he didn't know what to do. He wanted to stay in Thunderclan, and be a strong, loyal warrior. But he also wanted to be with Mistpaw, and tell her that he loved her everyday.
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Mistpaw searched Nightpaw's eyes, and tried to figure out what he was going to say, "Nightpaw, please tell me. I'm here, and I'm listening." She licked his shoulder, and pressed her muzzle into his fur, his warm, safe scent overwhelmed her. Mistpaw forced herself to stay in control, and she sat up again, but kept her tail twisted with his.
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Post by ~Spring~ on Nov 9, 2009 20:42:51 GMT -5
Not wanting to intrude on Nightpaw and Mistpaw's conversation, Dustfoot hung back, his gaze hardened and difficult to read. He nodded ever so slightly at Icefur, and sat motionless. "Good to see you too." He said under his breath, so only Icefur could hear. His icy blue gaze traveled over to the two apprentices, and his gaze rested upon Nightpaw for a moment, as a flash of worry came into his eyes. Nightpaw.... so many hard decisions at such a young age. Dustfoot knew what love felt like, for he felt it every day when his thoughts traveled back to his mate in Starclan. He shivered for a moment, partially from the wind and partially from sadness and loss. Yet, he found himself able to go on. He had friends within the clan, even if he didn't feel for them in the same way he felt for his mate. Dustfoot glanced over at Icefur again, and just a short moment, he felt as if his worries had lifted ever so slightly. Shaking his head, he focused his attention back on the apprentices. [/size][/blockquote] |
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Post by Swimfast on Nov 10, 2009 15:40:32 GMT -5
Icefur whispered to Dustfoot, "This is too much for Nightpaw. I'm not sure if he's going to be able to tell Mistpaw that he chose Thunderclan." She sighed, and looked back at Nightpaw. She could see him shaking, and suddenly a wave of sympathy flowed through her, she didn't like to see him like this. It was too much, and he was so young. But she also knew that he must decide. It would put just as much stress on him if he tried to have both. Icefur flicked her tail, and meowed, "Nightpaw. Tell Mistpaw, what we came here to tell her."
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Nightpaw looked at Icefur, her eyes glowed with sympathy, but her tone was somewhat impatient. He looked back at Mistpaw, something shone in her eyes too, but he couldn't tell what. He sighed, and looked at his paws, "Mistpaw.....I...I've chosen to....to stay in Thunderclan. And focus on my warrior training. I'm so sorry. I'll never forget you. I still...I still love you....but....I'm so sorry...." Nightpaw forced himself to look at her, and saw that the emotion in her eyes had changed, he moved closer to her, but she stayed where she was.
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Mistpaw nodded slowly, and felt herself shiver. Nightpaw licked her ear, "Mistpaw.." She swallowed, and opened her mouth to speak, but closed it again, and shook her head. Nightpaw searched her eyes, "What?" She looked at her paws, as she shuffled them on the ground, "Nightpaw....there is something I have to tell you...." He pressed himself against her, "Yes?" She quickly glanced at Icefur and Dustfoot, then back at Nightpaw, and faintly smiled, "I think.....I think I'm carrying your kits." Nightpaw froze, and gasped, for a moment, there was silence, then he meowed loudly, "Mistpaw!.....I...I don't know what to say...I can't leave you now. I can't....." She lashed her tail, "Nightpaw, be real. You're training to be a warrior, you're strong, and loyal....don't give up." He stood, and pressed his muzzle into her shoulder, "Mistpaw, I can't. I need to be with you. To watch our kits grow up. I'll come to Riverclan."
Mistpaw lightly laughed, "Nightpaw, I can't go back to Riverclan. They will...I don't know what, but I just can't. I'll live somewhere close to the river, I'll be fine. You can visit me." Nightpaw's eyes flashed, "I told you, I'm not leaving you. I'm going where you're going. I'll take care of you." Mistpaw waited a moment, then nodded as a cool breeze ruffled her fur, and she pressed herself closer to the safe warmth of Nightpaw.
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Post by ~Spring~ on Nov 10, 2009 15:42:36 GMT -5
((OOC: Hey Swimmy, is Mistpaw at least 14 moons old?))[/size]
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Post by Swimfast on Nov 10, 2009 15:45:35 GMT -5
OOC: No, but I asked Charby if I could make her carry kits at the age she is, since it was for a special plot. And she said it was okay. So Mistpaw is remaining at the age she is. 
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Post by ~Spring~ on Nov 10, 2009 15:51:25 GMT -5
((OOC: Well, ok then...))
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Post by Swimfast on Nov 11, 2009 15:43:51 GMT -5
OOC: Yeah, and I would very much appreciate it if you would post again with Dustfoot. I'm not quite done yet.
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Post by Crowy on Nov 12, 2009 11:37:08 GMT -5
ooc: please note at her age there is a large chance she may die at kit birth. ;(
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Post by ~Spring~ on Nov 12, 2009 16:13:31 GMT -5
((OOC: Yep.))
Dustfoot was completely taken back- his icy blue eyes glazed over with shock. His gaze instantly lashed back to Nightpaw, yet he did not speak, as he couldn't find any words. He slowly turned his blank stare back to Icefur, and then back to Nightpaw. He still couldn't find any words, and he just sat. However, his mind was racing. Wha........ what.......? What just happened? He thought, questioning himself as if he hadn't just heard Mistpaw speak. Dustfoot opened his mouth, but no words came out. Did...... did Mistpaw just say that she was carrying kits? Nightpaw's kits? He continued to question himself, and he closed his eyes.
Still, after quite a few moments, no words came out of Dustfoot's mouth. He barely even noticed the chilling breeze that blew by. He just sat. Without words, and wide eyes. [/size][/blockquote] |
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Post by Swimfast on Nov 12, 2009 17:51:42 GMT -5
Icefur gasped, her eyes opened wide, and she looked from Nightpaw, to Mistpaw, and back again. She flicked her tail, "Nightpaw.....I.....I don't know what to say......" She looked at Dustfoot, who appeared to be just as shocked as she was. She looked at Mistpaw, who looked somewhat afraid, but also...happy. Icefur sighed, "Nightpaw, Mistpaw. I am....happy, for you two. But....." She was at lose of words, she looked back at Dustfoot, and whispered, "What should we do?"
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Nightpaw twitched his ears, "I heard that, Icefur, and whatever you decide to do, I will be with Mistpaw. You can't separate us." Icefur nodded, "I wouldn't do that to you, Nightpaw. She has your kits, you deserve to be together. But....where will you go? Dustfoot, will Thunderclan accept them?" Nightpaw flicked his tail, and licked Mistpaw's ear, "If Thunderclan, or Riverclan don't accept us, we'll go live somewhere. By the river, in between the territories. We'll take care of each other, and our kits." Nightpaw purred, and leaned into Mistpaw's side.
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Mistpaw sighed, "I don't know if Riverclan will accept us. But, if we can't get into Thunderclan, or...Riverclan, then your idea..sounds good." Her voice started to crack, and she leaned into Nightpaw, "I'm so sorry..." Nightpaw curled himself around her, "Don't be sorry, you didn't do anything. And don't be afraid, I'm here for you. We're going to be okay." Mistpaw nodded, "I know, Nightpaw. I know..." She pressed herself against him, and sighed.
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Post by ~Spring~ on Nov 13, 2009 21:58:48 GMT -5
Dustfoot's eyes, which normally looked rather enigmatic, were still glazed over with shock. As his mind raced, he hardly heard anyone speak. When he finally pulled his thoughts back to what everyone around him was saying, he couldn't find any words. It was only when he was asked if Nightpaw and Mistpaw could come to Thunderclan, that he could think of a response. "I can't say." He choked out. "In the end, It's Silverstar's decision." Dustfoot was still replaying and replaying what happened in his mind, until eventually, he let out a long sigh and stood up. "Shall we go back to camp now?" He said rather quietly. Dustfoot shivered as a cold breeze blew by, and with it, the thought of his family and friends up in Starclan came back to him. He glanced over at Icefur and began to walk away, looking over his shoulder to see if anyone was following him. [/size][/blockquote] |
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Post by Swimfast on Nov 14, 2009 13:53:14 GMT -5
Icefur sadly looked at Nightpaw, then called to Dustfoot, "Wait! Nightpaw has to make a decision." She looked at Nightpaw, and waved her tail, "Nightpaw......" She stood, and lifted a paw to walk toward him, but stopped, and stood there, with the wind blowing her fur around her, and sending chills up her spine. Icefur flicked her ears, and looked at her paws.
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Nightpaw looked at Icefur, and softened his gaze, "Icefur....I'm going with Mistpaw. I think.....I think it would better if we lived....in between Thunderclan, and Riverclan territories." Next to him, Mistpaw nodded, and sighed, "Rivertail, will be wondering what happened to me..." Nightpaw purred, "Do you want to go-" Mistpaw shook her head, "No no. I'm fine. We'll probably see him when he's on patrol or something." Icefur meowed, "I respect your decision, Nightpaw. Good luck, you're a good cat, and I know you'll take good care of Mistpaw. May Starclan light your path." Nightpaw nodded, and waved his tail, "You're a wonderful mentor. Pass your skills onto another lucky apprentice. Take care of the Clan too." He glanced at Dustfoot, "Dustfoot, you're a great deputy. Continue taking care of the Clan." Nightpaw faced Mistpaw, and rubbed his head against hers.
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Mistpaw pressed her muzzle into Nightpaw's shoulder, "Thank you, for coming with me." Nightpaw purred, "I would never have let you go alone, Mistpaw." She smiled, and then nodded to Icefur and Dustfoot. Then, Mistpaw stood, and took a step, Nightpaw followed her, and together, they trotted away, following the river. Their pelts touching, and their heads leaned close together.
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