Hey guys. Remember me? BlindSeer? By any twist of luck over these past 3 months, do you remember me?

Well, here's that truth.

I almost decided to give up this fic. My life just isnt in the right time for a story right now. My entire family has been stressed out right now; my sister not talking to us, my mom fighting with her brother's wife, and most of all, my grandfather.

Remember, back in January, I asked for you guys to pray for him? Well, I sincerely from the bottom of my heart thank you for those. It did wonders for him the past few months. he was mostly happy.

He just passed away.

I know this isnt an excuse for 3 months of absense, but it was my primary reason for almost abandoning this fic. But then I thought of you guys, and how you guys didnt stop believing in me, so I owe you this.

This chapter is dedicated to all you guys and my grandfather. I love you guys.

These feelings I'm feeling will be incorperated into the story.

And the story will continue on.

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He had to admit, it was pretty stupid of him. Rust was stronger (most likely) already, and the fact that he had not eaten in over a week and a half had something to do with it. All he had was the advantage of surprise, and a few cat tricks...

He put up a fight for about a minute, and then the fighting ceased, mostly because Rust had him pinned.

"This is what happens to little cats," he whispered into Ridge's ear. His throat was exposed, easy for Rust to bite. He closed his eyes. Sorry Shadow.

And then the weight was gone, and in its place a horrible snarling noise from-, from Shadow!

She was fighting him back with more fury than the dog though possible. He layed there, in the middle of the clearing, watching them, when finally Rust gave up and ran.

She looked after him with a satisfied snort, and then turned to Ridge. Her eyes were blank, and she was shaking. But she hadn't turned him away...at least, not yet.

"Why did you fight him?" she asked quietly.

"Why did you? Last time I checked, I was at his mercy," Ridge said sarcastically, then caught himself. Behave! he thought.

Shadow opened her mouth, then snapped it shut again with an audible click. She didnt respond.

He felt his fur go hot, and he forced himself to say, "Goodbye."

Her eyes narrowed. "Why." She didnt ask it as a question. "Is it because you think that you are a unworthy wolf? Or that because you were raised by cats, you should leave?! When I heard you telling Deathmoon about your past, instead of being repulsed, I loved you even more!"

She paused, her eyes widening with realization of what she just said.

Ridge looked at his paws, his heart soaring, but then flinched as it came crashing down.

"Its not just that. I'm not good enough for you. You'll never be viewed with respect, your pups will be looked down on with scorn, and worst of all it would be my fault! I will not let that happen, Shadow. Go with Rust. He'll be good for you."

Shadow's eyes showed deep sadness, but she walked forward with a strong determination. "I don't care." Touching her nose to his, she wagged her tail.

Ridge just shook his head.

"I have to. I have to go."

And with that, he turned and ran.

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I already wrote the next chapter, so it will be updated very soon.

Love, BlindSeer