Another installment of Mothwing's thoughts! I sincerely hope you like it!
The walk through Windclan territory was a tedious journey. All of the clans had noticed how hostile they were becoming. Mothwing hadn't even been able to talk to their medicine cat!
"Hey you! What are you doing on our territory!?" A black furred nuisance yelled out, running to her with the rest of the patrol following closely.
"My companion and I," Mothwing gestured to Heronpaw, "are just on our way to Thunderclan. We have business there."
"What business?"
"I believe that is none of your concern, Breezepelt."
"It is if you are walking through Windclan soil."
"It's a pity then, that I don't really care what Windclan thinks."
The former Dark Forest warrior sniffed and glared at the sassy medicine cat, but let them pass with a wave of his tail. The rest of his patrol reprimanded him and soon went about their patrol, glancing back at the Riverclan cats to make sure they left.
Heronpaw finally spoke once they reached the horrid smelling markers of Thunderclan territory. "Mothwing...I'm still going to be a warrior right?"
Walking into the forest she replied, surprised. "I sure hope so. This wasn't that big of a deal."
"But what about Hawkfrost? H-how is he still alive?"
"I...haven't a clue...I thought cats stayed dead...but after the Dark Forest battle I'm not so sure."
"When do you think they'll wake up?" Heronpaw asked curiously.
"Well it should be qui-" Mothwing was cut off by another cat's yowl.
"Intruders!" And a young cat came barreling towards them.
"Amberpaw! Calm down! That isn't how we greet...guests." A silver and white cat came into view.
"Greetings Ivy...?" Mothwing trailed off.
"Ivypool. What do you need Mothwing?"
Shaking her head quickly she told her she needed to speak with Bramblestar immediately. The young warrior stared at her thoughtfully, but took her to the camp. Amberpaw tried breaking the awkward silence a few times and stopped after finally reading the tense atmosphere.
How would Bramblestar react? The cat he tried so hard to get rid of and caused him so much heart ache... Mothwing had enough problems on her hands without a grief stricken Thunderclan leader on her tail.
The forest was a canopy that enveloped the cats. The two Riverclan cats personally felt claustrophobic with all of the trees surrounding them. They had a few trees in their territory, most of them were accustomed to the swampy marshes, and these new species were quite interesting to look at. Upon thinking that, Mothwing would never want to have them in her territory.
Cats looked at them, curiosity growing, and started muttering among themselves. Mothwing rolled her eyes at the antics and mewed quietly to herself, "I'm getting way too old for this..."
A bright pelted she-cat bounded up to the pair, Squirrelflight. Her voice was strong and her eyes were narrowed. She motioned with her head towards the leaders den, nestled in a crevice and covered in moss.
With great trouble, the swimmer cats climbed up to the den, tripping slightly along the way.
"Need a little help there, Riverclan scum?" A random cat, Cherrynose or something of the like, called out.
Heronpaw whipped his head around growling. "Why don't you come say that to my face, fox breath?"
Narrowing her eyes, the medicine cat hissed at the apprentice, "We are guests. Shut up!"
"But he-" Heronpaw argued, Mothwing cutting him off.
"Let me take care of it." She turned to face the crowd below her.
"Hey Berryblows, do you need a little help learning how to fight? Or are your skills just so horrible you have to resort to picking on a medicine cat and an apprentice?" Flicking her tail, she spun around and entered the den.
"I'd like it if you wouldn't antagonize my warriors, Mothwing."
"I'm at my wits end Bramblestar. Seen Dovewing lately?" Mothwing growled out.
His gaze sharpened and his eyes narrowed. "What do you know about Dovewing?"
His tone of voice sent chills down her spine. Whatever trouble she was in...it couldn't be good. "Only that she arrived in our territory reeking of blood and fighting Hawkfrost."
"Mothwing I don't have time for this nonsense." Bramblestar said rolling his eyes.
"This concerns your clan, brother, and I suggest you listen to me. Dovewing and Hawkfrost were found unconscious and bloody in our territory. I haven't the slightest idea as to how Hawkfrost is still alive, but whether you like it or not, he is back. At the gathering all four clans will decide what to do with him, but right now, one of your cats needs to retrieve Dovewing."
"No."
This made her blood boil with irritation and anger. "Excuse me?"
"We aren't taking Dovewing back." He stated indefinitely.
"And just why not?" None of this was making any sense. How did they end up in Riverclan territory? Why was Bramblestar acting this way?
"She has been banished from Thunderclan. Forever. I have commissioned my warriors to attack her if she steps one paw in our territory."
"What did she do?" Her eyes were laced with confusion and curiosity.
Bramblestar snorted and shook his head. "My clan, my secrets."
"H-how is Hawkfrost still alive?" Heronpaw spoke up for the first time in this discussion. He was frightened, the stank of fear came off of him in waves.
The Thunderclan leader looked down at the shorter apprentice. "I don't know...and it isn't my clan's problem. It's yours." With that he turned around and walked to the den opening.
"Blossomfall! Why don't you show these two ou-"
He was cut off by Mothwing's name brand annoyed hiss, "Don't bother. Thunderclan only cares about themselves, and Riverclan wants nothing to do with them, much less stay in their useless territory."
With that she jumped down and briskly walked towards the entrance, Heronpaw close behind.
She was left with more questions than answers. This trip was fruitless. And Mothwing was completely done with Thunderclan. Whatever problem Dovewing and Hawkfrost present, Riverclan would deal with it. Alone.
Well what'd you guys think? Reviews are always appreciated and I'm sorry for not posting this sooner! I love you guys!
-Gemini