A whistling bird sounded above as I padded across the grassy terrain. A warm breeze ruffled my fur, telling me that leaf-bare was fully gone and it was now the wonderful season of new-leaf. Unfortunately, it isn't the best. Now we're planning a battle against Windclan, who still holds a grudge against us for keeping the kits we rightfully are allowed to keep. They are staying behind, not wanting to fight today. I feel bad for them, having two clans in your blood.

"Goodbye Willowstream, Stormbreeze." I mewed

The siblings look up, sadness in their eyes.

"We want to fight.." Stormbreeze began

"We just can't go there yet. It seems to weird being in their territory." Willowstream finished

Weird...they finish each other's sentences. I shrugged, they're siblings anyway. As I padded over to where our leader, Birchstar, was standing. He stood atop the Tallrock, my mother(and deputy) at his side. Redheart was the best deputy this clan has ever seen, and I know she awaits her turn as leader. But, Birchstar is young and healthy, and my mother will do anything to help him.

"Those Windclan cats won't see what's coming!"

I turned to see her...the beautiful she-cat who walks in my dreams. No, she isn't dead. She's perfectly alive. Her golden fur with it's dapples of black. Her vibrant green eyes glowed with anticipation. Her name? The one that suits her personality as well as her appearance, Leopardpaw. I know, it's odd to like an apprentice, but she's nearly done with her training. A mere half-moon away!

"Hi Leopardpaw." I said

She looked at me. My heart skipped a beat as she said hi back. I could only wonder if she felt anything for me...She and I were somewhat friends, so it is a possibility. I glanced over at my father, Mossfang, pad by. He nods his head to me and turns his attention to Birchstar. I turn to her to, awaiting her announcement.

"Now, we are to split into two patrols. One shall go ahead of us and scout ahead, in case a patrol or cat is in the area. We must be as stealthy as we can since there is few hiding spots for us. Redheart, any ideas?" Birchstar said

"Well, since many Windclan cats are brown furred and fast, we'd need someone here to match that. I'd suggest sending one cat ahead to scout out instead of a whole patrol. A whole patrol will be more noticeable then one cat." Redheart replied

"You have a point there." Birchstar said

She did. Apparently many cats agreed since they murmered agreements about it. I smiled at my mother, she was smart and a great warrior!

"Any suggestions?" He asked

She nodded and turned to the crowd. I looked around, but had no idea who'd she'd pick.

"I think Acornfrost is a good choice." She annouced

I looked over at the brown she-cat. She looked stunned at Redheart's choice. She stood up and walked to the front of the crowd.

"Red..Redheart, you chose me?" She asked

"Of course. Your one of the fastest cats here and you have the brown fur that Windclan cats have! You'll do a perfect job! Right Birchstar?"

Birchstar looked at Acornfrost and nodded. We cheered for her, hopefully encouraging her. Acornfrost straightened as Birchstar started up again.

"So, we will send Acorfrost ahead to scout for any patrols, cats and a safe route. When you find one, come close enough so you can see us and give a signal. We will meet you there and then we can attack."

We all yowled in agreement as we headed out the thorn barrier. I looked back at Willowstream as she headed back into the nursery for her kit, Spottedkit. Well, she couldn't go no matter what. I couldn't blame them either. We were now heading toward the border where Acornfrost would go ahead. I glanced up and felt the sun hit my face. It felt wonderful, especially after three moons of cold.

"Hurry up Bluepaw!"

Bluepaw...that arrogant tom. Leopardpaw somehow found him as a friend! I couldn't see how, he was to quick to fight and could care less about anything but himself. The only good thing was his loyalty. I looked away from him and Leopardpaw and looked ahead. A faint outline of the moor was in sight, telling us that with each pawstep we took, the closer we were to a battle. Birchstar stopped at the border and turned to face us.

"I want us to spread out. If a patrol comes by and sees a ton of us here, they'll become suspicious. Look for prey or practice." He ordered, "Acornfrost, I want you to go ahead."

The brown she-cat stepped up and padded next to him. They began whispering into eachother's ear as I turned around. I began to look for Leopardpaw, hoping to practice with her.

"Hey Robinwing!"

I turned hoping to see her, but it wasn't. This was a she-cat, but she had fluffy tortoiseshell fur, dark green eyes, a long tail and rounded ears. Her name, however, was Creekpaw. She was nice and friendly and a very good swimmer.

"Want to go hunting? The river might be defrosted!" She suggested

I turned around to see Leopardpaw with Bluepaw and their mentors, Glowpelt and Blossomlight. There was no way for me to work with her..I turned to Creekpaw, who was wide eyed with wonder.

"Sure..." I replied, a little disappointed

She smiled and we walked toward the river. I heard the gentle lapping of the waves against the shore. The island was right across the way and it looked quiet without any cats on it. Creekpaw padded toward the river and dipped her paw in.

"It feels better when it's warm." I told her

"It better! I had a moon in it and then leaf-bare came. It was freezing." She mewed

I gave a quick smile and padded toward her.

"The fish are over there." I said

She looked up and smiled.

"Sorry, I just haven't seen the lake like this."

I couldn't blame her. It was beautiful. The sun was reflecting off the gentle ripples in the lake, the island gave off a serene air. I stood up and padded to my left, a good fishing spot I found when I was an apprentice. I sat there waiting for a ripple in the water. A quick one went to my left and I dug my paw into the water and hooked my claws into a fish's body. I pulled it out...it was carp! I threw it to the ground, killing it instantly.

"Nice catch!" Creekpaw called

I cut the fish down the middle and threw a piece to Creekpaw.

"Eat up! You'll need it for the battle!"

Creekpaw didn't hesitate to eat the piece of prey. I didn't either, for it was gone in a few heartbeats. After moons of little mice and a few birds, it was as though Starclan had blessed it it tasted so good!

"Robinwing! Creekpaw!"

Looking up, I saw the blue/gray pelt of Bluepaw running toward us. He had ruffled fur and was lashing his tail wildly. It must have been a good practice session!

"Come on! Acornfrost is coming!"

The tom bounded away and Creekpaw motioned for me to follow. We were back there in no time and I noticed Acornfrost in the distance. Birchstar turned to face us.

"Okay, it is time to show Windclan that we are not to be messed with! Riverclan! Get ready!"

We yowled happily as we bounded over the border. I turned to see Leopardpaw and Bluepaw running next to me along with Creekpaw. We, Riverclan, will defeat them!