Yay, sequel! If you haven't read my story, Four Elements, then go read that first. This might turn into a trilogy and that's the first one. Thank you!


Wolfscar wandered the woods, mouth open as she scented the air. There was a strange, unfamiliar scent in the air, but she couldn't figure out what it was. It was earthy and musky, making her crinkle her nose in disgust. To be safe, the deputy flicked her tail, signalling her companions to be careful. Swiftfoot and Sandnose walk quietly behind her, steps silent and ears perked. The black and white tom's fur was on ends as a faint flash of recognition shined in his amber eyes.

"What is that smell?" Sandnose wonders quietly, looking tense.

"I don't know." Wolfscar mews, claws slowly unsheathing. There was a sound coming from nearby. Twigs cracked under a heavy weight in the distant. She stops in her paw-steps, scenting the air once again. The smell was closer, fresher. The two other cats also freeze behind her, sending each other uncertain glances.

There was a loud crashing sound as a beast flew through the undergrowth. Wolfscar hisses, arching her back. Her scarred black pelt prickled as her dark blue eyes met the feral, brown ones of the beast. It was large, covered in short black and brown fur. It's ears flinched forwards as it stares at Wolfscar and the other cats. It's wet black nose twitches. A deep rumbling growl came from the beast's throat.

"Dog!" Wolfscar yowls. The dog launches forward, large jaws open wide. Wolfscar was practically frozen in place for a few second before gaining control of her muscles. She lunges forward as well, batting at the dog's muzzle with unsheathed claws. The dog yelps, swinging a paw forward. Wolfscar dodges, backing up to stand beside her companions.

"What do we do?!" Sandnose wails, her yellow-orange splotched white pelt fluffed out to make her look twice her size. Her bright green eyes were wide and fearful. Wolfscar shook out her pelt, hissing at the dog. It was preparing to charge at them again.

"We have to make sure it leaves the territory." She hisses irritably. Swiftfoot nods, amber eyes hard and determined. Wolfscar dips her head. "We have to see if we can scare it away. Come on." She regains her fiery determination after the moment of shock passes. It doesn't take long for her to take control of the situation and think of a level-headed solution. "Swiftfoot, take the left. Sandnose take the right. I'll distract it." The two warriors nod, slinking off to the sides. The dog looks both ways at the cats, confused about which to go after.

Wolfscar hisses angrily, gaining the dog's attention. She dives forward bravely, slashing her claws over its nose. The dog whines and growls, snapping its jaws at the ThunderClan deputy. Its teeth narrowly miss Wolfscar's head as she ducks away. She glances at the two warriors and nods. They dive out of the shadows, jumping on the dog with mighty battle cries. The dog barks, spinning around to the reach the cats. Swiftfoot digs his claws in the dogs shoulders, sinking his teeth in as well. The dog growls and flips onto its back in order to dislodge the cats. Swiftfoot and Sandnose move just in time, right before being squished below the beast. It quickly jumps up, wild eyes focusing on Sandnose. She trembles in her pelt, but stands her ground. That is, before the dog starts running at her. A flash of alarm and terror surges through her.

Sandnose turns. dashing away through the undergrowth. Her paws pound on the ground as she runs as fast as she can, but the dog is right behind her. A flash of white and black catches her eye as it goes hurdling into the dogs side. The beast yelps in surprise, toppling to the side. Swiftfoot spits furiously, clawing the dogs pelt. Nobody hurts his Clanmates. He would risk his life to save them.

The dog turns, snapping at Swiftfoot, catching his foot between its sharp teeth. The young warrior lets out a pained yowl, striking the dogs face. Yelping, the dog lets go. Swiftfoot darts away, holding his bloody foot up and cringing. It felt broken.

Wolfscar watches, evaluating the situation. She watches with slight admiration as Swiftfoot once again goes for the beast, claws out-stretched. The dog snarls, jaws sinking around the tom's shoulder. It shakes him roughly, throwing him to the side like mere prey. Swiftfoot stands up stubbornly, stepping in front of Sandnose protectively. His shoulder was bleeding heavily and his chest rising and falling rapidly in quick pants. Right when the dog is about to launch once again, Wolfscar takes action.

She leaps on the dog, sinking her teeth into its scruff. She sinks her claws in as deep as possible, not letting go anytime soon. The dog twists and turns, trying to snatch Wolfscar from its back. She just sinks her claws in deeper, closing her eyes tightly to concentrate. The dog rams into a tree, dislodging her. She falls to the ground but gets up within seconds.

"Meow-ow-ow!" She jumps on the dogs face, clawing around its eyes and muzzle without a second thought. She has to protect her Clanmates. The dog yelps in pain, shaking it's massive head. It eventually throws her off again then lunges for her. Wolfscar yowls as its teeth sink into her neck. Sticky liquid seeps into his black fur, dripping to the forest floor. When the dog drops her, she stands up shakily. Her legs trembled as pain raced through her body. 'If I die, I will die protecting my Clan.' She thinks to herself and glares at the beast.

With one last burst of energy, she leaps and sinks her claws into the dog's face. It howls as her claws pierce the skin around its eyes and muzzle. It shakes her off, whimpering pitifully as blood clouds its vision. The dog turns with an unhappy growl and runs off, over the border and out of ThunderClan.

"Wolfscar!" Sandnose cries, dashing to her side. Swiftfoot limps along, joining the she-cat. The deputy looks at her Clanmates with clouded blue eyes. Blood seeps from her wounds, creating a puddle around her. It was obvious that the dog's teeth had pierced her neck too deep. She split up blood. "Don't worry, we'll get you to Roselight and she'll fix you up." Sandnose mews, a desperate tone to her words.

"No." Wolfscar rasps. She winces as she shifts to look at her two companions. These two cats were closest to her in the Clan. She had no mate and was not good with others. These two had somehow befriended her though. "I have a feeling StarClan is calling me. I have served my purposed to the Clan." She says quietly.

"Why did you save me, Wolfscar? I could have fought it off and you two could have been safe. I should have died, not you." Swiftfoot meows sadly, feeling regret seeping through him. He felt responsible for this. If he had just fought harder, maybe there wouldn't have been a reason for Wolfscar to jump in.

"It's not your time, Swiftfoot." Wolfscar mews softly in a quaking voice. She remembered the stories of a young apprentice, Swiftpaw. He was killed by a dog by saving Brightheart. Wolfscar believed Swiftfoot was the reincarnation of Swiftpaw. There was no need for a cat to die the same death twice. No once else thought of this though, only Wolfscar. Others had forgotten the stories of the brave apprentice, but not her. "I am glad to die if I was able to save you two." She could feel the life draining from her body.

"You have been a wonderful deputy." Sandnose murmurs, touching noses with Wolfscar. Her eyes were coated in sorrow. Wolfscar had been her mentor many moons ago. It crushed her heart to watch her own mentor dying before her.

"StarClan will welcome you among their ranks." Swiftfoot also touches noses with her. He steps back, letting Sandnose lean on him. He rested his tail around her shoulders and they both sit beside the black she-cat.

"I wish the best to you two." Wolfscar mews weakly. "I can't wait to watch you two grow up to be the best warriors you can be." She takes a raspy breath, body trembling. The two warriors watch as the deputy takes her last breath. She stills, blue eyes glazing over. Sandnose buries her muzzle in Swiftfoot's shoulder. He licks her head comforting, but finds himself struggling to keep his emotions under control. Wolfscar was an amazing cat. She had lost her life saving them and protecting the Clan. She was an honorable deputy.


The whole Swiftfoot/Swiftpaw thing was the idea of the person who made him in my fill-out form thing. I thought I might add it into the story to make a connection in this chapter. He is not the main character of this sequel, but he was needed for the prologue. This story is the continuation of Sparkclaw's life. Please comment! Also, should I do the whole story in 3rd person or 1st person? Please tell me what you think!