So this chapter is once again going to show Jayfeather's perspective. I start out with Dewdrop's in order to give some context and because I thought it would be cool to show the events leading up to a dramatic ending of this chapter. (he he he). Thank you to all who have reviewed and I hope you all enjoy this chapter. OH and ONE more thing, PLEASE give some constructive feedback as I'm an aspiring writer who needs some support of those who can point out my mistakes. Any who ENJOY!
Dewdrop headed towards the leaders den. As he began to climb up the slope that lead to Greenstar's den, Jayfeather exitted. Dewdrop dipped his head to the elder and pressed against the side of the clift to allow him to pass. Dewdrop continued on his way intent to speak to Greenstar about the threat of greencough then check on the poor kit before finally clearing out the old sick laden moss so that Dandelionpuff and her two remaining kits would not get sick.
Jayfeather reached the top of the cliff and let out a small call.
"Come in," came a gruff reply.
Jayfeather entered the den and dipped his head to his leader.
"Greenstar, I have some news for you. Firestar visited me just now and gave me a prophecy. He said that I could only disclose it with you," Jayfeather began.
Greestar's fur spiked with apprehension. He knew of the great Thunderclan leader of old but had never had the chance to meet him. Why would he visit an old retired medicine cat? He wondered. With a sigh he sat down and turned his attention back towards Jayfeather.
"Go on," he stated, "What is this prophecy you speak of?"
Jayfeather scrunched up his eyes trying to remember the words exactly as they were told to him. With a shake of his head Jayfeather began, "Fawn will rise on hawks wings with a destiny unknown by the watchers, but whose descendants will make the clans strong."
Greenstar sat for a long time digesting what Jayfeather had said. After several moments he seemed to pick up on Jayfeather's impatience to be dismissed. With a wave of his tail Greenstar dismissed Jayfeather, who promptly left the den and began his descent down into the clearing. He passed Dewdrop on the way and faintly wondered what would bring the medicine cat up to the Leaders den. With a sigh though he continued on his way.
Jayfeather reached the clearing and realized that now that Greenstar had heard the prophecy he was free to do as he wished. Jayfeather could go and join the ranks of Starclan. Without another thought towards his clanmates the gruff elder made his way to the dirtplace tunel and promptly entered. With a sniff that reviled there were no other cats nearby Jayfeather pushed his way out through the weak barrier in the back of the dirtplace.
He took a moment to gain his bearings before heading off along the trail that Firestar had shown him in the vision. It took awhile due to the undergrowth being wild and untamed, but soon a dank smell hit his nose. Jayfeather padded forward until his nose touched the berries.
It won't be long before I can see you again my love Half Moon. You too my brother and my sister. This world has taken its toll on me and I can't wait for some rest and peace in Starclan. He murmured to himself.
With that Jayfeather reached forward and pulled off one berry from the bush and settled himself down on the ground. He took the berry and place it in his mouth and swallowed it whole without chewing and without a second thought.
It wasn't long before Jayfeather began to thrash on the ground and foam came out of his mouth. A low moan escaped from him as his body convulsed again and again. Tormenting searing pain flashed through him until finally nothing.
Jayfeather opened his eyes expecting to find himself in Starclan, or at the very least for a Starclan cat to greet him. Instead a searing white light shone around him and a hairless cat stood before him.
"Rock!" Jayfeather shouted.
Rock stood up an ominous look in his gaze.
"Jayfeather it's not your time to rest yet. You must travel until you find the ancestors of the leopard and the scar, and deliver this prophecy: 'Shadow, Wind, Thunder, River, Sky, must come together to form Silver.' Only then will you be allowed to rest," Rock said before slowly fading away.
Jayfeather was cast out into the sky to travel until he had fulfilled Rock's wishes.
