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Weatherstorm smiled. Hunting was her absolute best. She enjoyed being alone in the forest before all the other cats were awake and busy in the territory. Only this time, she was not alone.

Gloryheart crept up behind her, his paws skimmed the earth lightly, he almost floated above it. It was still very early, just about dawn. He had woken up to see Weatherstorm's empty nest as usual, and had decided to track her. Even as apprentices, she was up at the first sparrow's call and always came back late in the evening at blue-dusk. He liked her company very much. It had been a moon or so since he had been made a warrior. Mallowpaw and her siblings had their ceremony that day and Jasminepaw had hers last night at the Moonpool.

She-cats had always been friendly with him but it looked like all his friends were she-cats sometimes. That's not entirely true, he was friendly with Brownpaw. Most of them were she-cats then, anyway. But he was a popular warrior and he ate with many different cats at Sun-high. Once, he was even called to eat with Bittenclaw's group. He always sat with Bumbleclaw, Wetclaw and occasionally, Mousepelt. The four of them were the most respected warriors, known for their many battles and courageousness in everything. Of course, there was Crashstar, Danpspots, Shrewtail and Debrisleaf who were also like that, but the she-cats and toms didn't mix in that group. Mousepelt was Jasminepaw's father but he didn't approve of her becoming a medicine cat. It is sad really, medicine cat is a great honour.

Gloryheart leaped at that moment and pinned Weatherstorm to the ground.

"Hey, get off you great lump!"

"If I was an enemy warrior, would that work? 'Get off me please, I'd sincerely appreciate if you didn't jump on me this morning.' I don't think so!"

"Gloryheart, please. I walk this early to try have moment of peace."

"Sorry," he meowed, "but I wondered where you went in the mornings."

"Huh, well you could have asked."

"I know, but this seemed more fun." His eyes twinkled.

"Well, while we're here, we may as well start hunting."

"Good idea."

"Gloryheart, have you ever wanted to become deputy?"

"Since I was a kit. There's nothing wrong with that!"

"I never said there was. Just asking."

"Oh, well." He licked his chest in embarrassment.

"You don't have to be embarrassed."

"No, it's fine. Can we hunt now?"

"Sure."

The hunt progressed slowly but it was successful. Each of them had three pieces by the time they got back to camp.

"You missed all the fun!" Mallowpaw said adoringly.

"What did we miss?"

"While you two were out hunting. If that's what you were doing…"

"Hey!"

"Sorry, sorry, I couldn't help myself. Anyway, Breakingflower's kits got into the medicine cat den. Jasminepaw's really mad! Like really,really mad!"

"Really?" Gloryheart asked. He couldn't imagine sweet and gentle Jasminepaw even nearly angry.

"Yip. You should've seen her. Oh, I think she's got her full name now. Jasminepetal maybe?"

"I'll go find out. Where is she?"

"In her den."

Gloryheart walked across to the little cave. He liked it. The sweet scents of herbs he didn't know always refreshed him. He had never gotten sick or hurt so he hadn't used the den himself. Good thing too, he would feel awkward sharing a den with Jasminepaw.

"Jasminepaw?"

"What do you want?" Dampspots grumbled. "Oh, it's you."

"Sorry to bother you, where is Jasminepaw?"

"In her nest."

"Thanks."

He went to the place where she was and saw her looking very distressed.

"Gloryheart? Is that you?"

"Yes, it's me."

"You heard what happened didn't you?"

"Well, yeah."

"Oh, I'm not fit to be a medicine cat."

"What? How can you say that?"

"I shouted at kits! Kits, Gloryheart! I can't do that. I mustn't lose my temper with anyone, especially kits!"

"Don't worry. You did a good thing. Now they won't come in here and ruin your stores. Think! If they had eaten something poisonous, you'd feel bad for not shouting at them to leave."

"But I-"

"No, you're doing really, well. What did Dampspots name you last night?"

"No cat's supposed to know until the ceremony."

"Oh, come on! I know you want to."

Her eyes shone with excitement. "Oh, alright! It's Jasminescent."

"Congratulations. It's a beautiful name by the way."
"Do you mean it? Oh, what would I do without you?"

"I don't know."

She ran into him and pressed herself against him.

He was surprised but purred.

"Gloryheart, if I ever, ever, need help from a cat, you'll be my first choice."

"And you're my medicine cat. If I'm a leader one day, I'll make sure that even the tiniest new-born kits know that you're the best medicine cat in all the clans!"

"Beestripe! Bigtooth! Mallowleaf!"

"Well done, Mallowleaf."

"Thanks, Beestripe."

"Hey, Bigtooth? Who do you think has the most awesome name?"

"Me of course!"

The three new warriors laughed together and Gloryheart didn't want to disturb them. He loved the warrior code with a passion and hated those who broke it, but he wished that the three wouldn't have to sit vigil that night. He wanted to do it himself because he wanted to add a cat to his list of cats he remembered on that night. Bittenclaw. Today, he was asked by Bittenclaw to join him in his group. Bittenclaw had introduced him as future deputy! Future deputy! When Bittenclaw became leader, he, Gloryheart would become deputy. Although, he was dreading the day when Bittenclaw became leader. Simply because the clan wouldn't be right without Crashstar. But his excitement at such high praise kicked in. if I were leader, who would be my deputy? One of my friends whom I can trust with my life. Weatherstorm wouldn't want it, Mallowleaf? No, she's too quiet shy to be deputy. What about Hickoryclaw? Maybe, actually. Hickoryclaw was good at taking charge and giving advice. He also had good judgement, except when it came to Drearyclaw and was a deputy's brother. Yes, he would be a good choice. Only thing left, is to remain on Bittenclaw's good side.

He glanced over at Mallowleaf and smiled. Maybe not his deputy but if he ever wanted a mate he might choose her. Yes, if Jasminescent was a medicine cat, then he would choose her. Although, he may change his mind. Yes, I think Mallowleaf would be lovely. And with that thought, he went to his nest and fell into a deep sleep.

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