Prologue

"Let all cats old enough to catch their own prey gather under the Highrock for a Clan meeting."

A sleek kit' eyes were filled with utmost curiosity and eagerness, yet she stayed still. The sound of Rainstar's voice boomed out, filled with enthusiasm. The young tan furred kit stumbled forward, her chest feeling as if it may burst with pride. She looked up at Rainstar, her breath held in. Rainstar flicked her tail, summoning the small kit.

"This is a proud day for ThunderClan, by naming apprentices we show ThunderClan will survive and remain strong. Rabbitkit, from now on until you receive your warrior name you will be known as Rabbitpaw."

Rainstar then summoned Ravenheart with another flick of her tail. "You are ready for an apprentice, you will be Rabbitpaw's mentor. I know you will pass on your knowledge and strength to Rabbitpaw, and teach her the skills that will make her a brave warrior of ThunderClan."

Ravenheart showed no surprise at this, yet came forward and touched noses with Rabbitpaw. Chanting of 'Rabbitpaw, Rabbitpaw, Rabbitpaw' were heard below the Highrock as Rabbitpaw and Ravenheart leapt down from the rock. Cats crowded around the new apprentice, smiles over their maws. "Congratulations, Rabbitpaw." Mossflower purred.

Rabbitpaw was too stunned to reply, yet managed with a quick nod. "Rabbitpaw!" A familiar voice reached her ears, and she turned to see Dewpaw, a close friend of hers. "Rabbitpaw, now you can sleep in the apprentice den with me!" The petite apprentice said.

Ravenheart appeared from nowhere, his cold black eyes staring down at Rabbitpaw. "Get up early tomorrow so we can start training." He grumbled. It was hard to tell if he didn't appreciate having an apprentice or not, and as soon as he had spoken he disappeared yet again.