Crowfeather, Heathertail and Tigerheart returned from patrol.
There had been no sign of trespassing nor battle.
If only they could see me now.
Crowfeather had eaten his fill of prey. He was getting ready to sleep.
I have to go. Just for a little while. No one will notice I'm gone.
Crowfeather climbed out of his nest and sat where the stars shined brightest.
Oh Feathertail. I have kits. Two litters from another mother. I can't hold onto this heart-breaking pain any longer.
According to the prophecy, Leafpool and I were mean't to be. But you understood me more than Nightcloud and Leafpool ever did.
"I miss you, Feathertail." Crowfeather whispered.
He sighed. He thought over the major events he has been through.
Crowfeather closed his eyes for a moment and cherished the silence.
I lost Feathertail on the journey to find Midnight. I ran away with Leafpool. I ignored Nightcloud and our son.
At that moment he realized why it all happened.
It was you, Feathertail. You were the reason this happened. I missed you so much. I felt like your presence could return if I replaced you. But you are irreplaceable.
I was mean't to be with Leafpool because she made me feel like you were still here. The prophecy was right and everything is clear.
Crowfeather stood up.
He dared to stare at the stars with no hesitation.
I love Feathertail. And Feathertail alone.