Chapter 4
It's been two moons and a half moon.
Cinderpelt's still missing.
My work has went downhill. I'm always afraid I'm doing something wrong without having her here to guide me.
Firestar approached me, stopping my thoughts. Oh no. I'm going to get scolded like a young kit because of my lack of confidence.
"Hi Firestar."
"Hello Leafpool."
"...are you feeling ok? Do you need something? Or Sandstorm?"
Sandstorm was due to have a litter of kits. I'm going to have more siblings.
"No, your mother's fine...I'm ok...actually Leafpool..." he hesitated.
"Yes?" I asked softly. I knew he missed his old apprentice just as much as I did.
"I...came to...make a suggestion."
I looked at
him, surprised. What could he possibly need to suggest?
"Leafpool..." He paused, then took a big breath. Then he said, "Maybe the Moonstone would tell you something about Cinderpelt."
I blinked. Actually, that was an excellent idea. I rubbed against his side comfortingly. "I miss her too father." I said softly. "Maybe your right...I'll go tonight. And I will find out if she's ok, at least."
Firestar smiled at me. "That's the spirit Cinderpelt would love. She'd be proud." Then the smile grew weak. I've never seen my father, Firestar, leader of Thunderclan, look so tired before.
"Now as your medicine cat, I demand you go get some rest. You look so tired Firestar."
Firestar blinked, and then said, "Your getting more like Cinderpelt everyday." He purred and licked my ear. "I will. And, thank you Leafpool."
He walked out of my den.
(Later, way in the evening)
I arrived at the Moonstone. It was always so amazing. I felt the wind rustle my fur. I closed my eyes, enjoying one of the only peaceful moments I would have this moon. Then, I opened my eyes and walked in and up to the Moonstone. It was time. Time to figure out where Cinderpelt was. And more importantly, if she was ok. I lay down and touched my nose to the Moonstone. Then I took a deep breath and closed my eyes, the last thing I saw being Cinderpelt's face in my mind.