Prologue

"Palefeather," the medicine cat slowly murmured.

The new queen gazed at the medicine cat her blue eyes blazing as well as tired," What is it Small-leaf haven't you helped me enough already today!"

"I was just wondering," Small-leaf spoke not at all threatened by Palefeather," Who exactly is the father of your kits?"

Palefeather snarled ," That is none of business Small-leaf!"

Small-leaf flicked her tail tip ," Well as long as you keep my secret I'll keep yours," said Small-leaf before walking out of the den.

In the softest whisper Palefeather muttered, "Forever."