I stood with my clan mates as the large group of cats broke into five groups, ShadeClan cat, BreezeClan cats, BrookeClan cats, StormClan cats and UnwantedClan cats. I didn't know what was going to happen, would we go back to normal or would we go back to fighting again. I glanced around for Ashpaw, but couldn't spot his light gray fur. What made him change his mind about killing me? I smiled as I felt Nightpaw press against me. I could tell he was just as concerned as I was about what was going to happen next.
"UnwantedClan cats, I will speak to the other four leaders to determine what will happen next." Littlestar announced, limping to the center of the clearing where the other four leaders wait. I caught Pebblestar glaring at Littlestar, and I recognised the resemblance, the same blue-gray fur and the same green eyes, they were sisters.
"Don't worry Tawnypaw. Nothing bad is going to happen." Night murmured, licking my ears. I could tell he wasn't just trying to comfort me, but himself as well.
"I know. I think we proved that we aren't weak." I smiled.
"I think so too! I left my father with a huge gash on his flank! He's going to think twice before he tries to fight me again!" Foxpaw purred, I couldn't help but smile.
"All cats gather around!" Pebblestar mewed. I had been busy talking to Nightpaw and Foxpaw that I hadn't noticed that the five leaders had jumped onto the highrock.
"We have come to a decision." Rabbitstar mewed. By the looks on their faces, none of the five were happy about whatever they had decided.
"Our four Clans will leave UnwantedClan in peace. We will travel somewhere else, we will not cast out any Unwanted cats anymore, but those who are already Unwanted will remain here." Runningstar said, trying to keep his voice steady.
"However, any Wanted cats from any of the four Clans are welcome to stay with their kin or friends." Littlestar finished. I noticed how Shadowstar remained silent. I heard murmurs throughout the cats as they considered their options.
"If you choose to stay, you will join the Unwanteds over there." Shadowstar said, flicking his tail towards us.
"But if you choose to stay with your Clan than you will join your Clan leader." Pebblestar mewed, leaping from the high rock. The other leaders did the same, except Littlestar who remained where she sat, watching the cats make their decisions.
"Tawnypaw." I heard my name and turned to see Ashpaw. I hadn't seen him since he walked away from me instead of fighting me.
"Ashpaw." I said, keeping myself from clawing at him. I couldn't stand looking at him after what he did to Ravenpaw.
"Tawnypaw, I wanted you to know that what I did was wrong. It kills me, to know that it was me who killed my brother. I don't know what I was thinking. I thought maybe if I killed an Unwanted than Shadowstar would pay attention me. I thought being the only Wanted out of the three of us it meant that Shadowstar actually cared about me but I realised that with the two of you gone that the only thing that changed was that you weren't there. That Shadowstar still hates me. You were right, I am a monster. I hate myself for what I did. But Tawnypaw, I got to know. Is switching worth it? Or will I be just as alone as when I thought you were dead?" Ashpaw cried. I didn't know what to say.
"I will never forgive for killing Ravenpaw. Make whatever decision you want Ashpaw. You'll be alone both ways." I hissed.
"I am sorry. I know that will never make up for what I did, but for what it is worth, I am truly sorry. I will leave you alone. The best I can do for you is promise you that you will never have to deal with the burden of seeing me again." Ashpaw said, dipping his head before walking away.
"Tawnypaw, you're making a mistake." I turned to see Mistycloud. She was standing behind with Fuzzynose at her side.
"Am I? He killed Ravenpaw." I hissed.
"Tawnypaw, I know exactly how you feel. I was torn apart to know that my own sister had killed our brother, Stormpaw. But when she was gone I realised I had no one. My father was always busy, sure I had my Clan mates but it wasn't the same. I forgave my sister, and I wanted more than anything to be by my side. If you let Ashpaw walk away, you'll be all alone. You'll have us, and the rest of your Clan but you would have lost both of your littermates instead of one. Do you think Ravenpaw would want you to let Ashpaw walk away?" Fuzzynose asked.
"Ravenpaw would be happy that I wasn't going to forgive his murderer." I growled.
"Would he really? Don't forget that Ashpaw is your brother." Mistycloud retorted. Should I forgive Ashpaw after what he did? If he leaves, than I'll never see him again. Part of me is happy about that but do I really want to lose him as my brother?
So this chapter wasn't very long. I'll be updating this story more often because sadly it is coming to an end. Review what you think! Should Tawnypaw let Ashpaw go? Or should she ask her brother to stay? I'm always happy to hear your opinions!