I padded back into camp with Thunder Light. We both had our jaws full of prey and we deposited them on the new fresh-kill pile. I flicked my ear in satisfaction. That'll feed the clan for moons! Thunder Light walked off to join Silver Frost and Ocean Breeze by the stream. I followed him and settled down. Ocean Breeze was dabbing her paw at the tiny fish in the water. She sighed in frustration as the fish escaped. "They keep getting away! Why won't they hold still?" she snapped. I purred in amusement.
"How would you like it if I kept pawing at your head for no reason?" I chuckled. Then I cuffed her ear playfully. Ocean Breeze shook me off with a laugh. Then I looked at the stream. A fuzzy moth flew onto my nose. I looked at it in amusement. Aw, look! It's Fuzz as a moth! I purred as I remembered the playful tom. I pricked my ears as a leaf crunched behind me. I turned around to see Killing Storm walking over to the nursery. I narrowed my eyes as he checked to see if anyone was following him, then went inside. "I'll be right back." I meowed. Then I padded over to the nursery. I peeked inside and saw Rising Star asleep in her nest with Killing Storm towering over her. They were alone. Killing Storm sniffed Rising Star and scoffed.
"It's a shame a graceful queen such as yourself has to suffer the loss of her kits once again." he snickered. Then he stuck his claw out and brought it up to her throat. "But don't worry… you'll die along with them." I growled and leapt at him.
"Leave her alone!" I spat. Rising Star jumped awake and screamed. Killing Storm growled and glared at me.
"That's the last time you spoil my plans, you lousey cat!" he snarled. Then he bowled me over. Rising Star was panicking.
"Help! He's attacking my daughter!" she wailed. Then Flying Eagle ran through the nursery. His eyes scorched Killing Storm then he leapt into the fight. I heaved Killing Storm off of me and clawed his eye. Flying Eagle joined in as we backed up against the wall. Killing Storm snarled and ran around us and out the nursery. We followed him and saw the clan gathered around him. They hissed and spat at the tiger as he tried to escape. Killing Storm snarled in defeat and Crystal Sky walked up to him.
"What is going on?" she snapped.
"He tried to kill Rising Star!" I said. Gasps filled the air then were replaced with growls. Rising Star licked my face with urgent licks.
"He could've killed you! You saved my life!" she exclaimed between licks. Crystal Sky narrowed her eyes and glared at Killing Storm.
"Storm Dream was right all along. It was you who killed Light Eyes!" she spat. I bit my tongue as a smug retort bubbled up my throat. That's what I've been trying to tell you all along! Crystal Sky growled and nodded to Flying Eagle. "Get him out of our territory. If he comes back, I want him dead." she ordered. Killing Storm scoffed.
"You can't kill me. You're all weak!" he spat. Then Flying Eagle bowled him over.
"Get out of here!" he snarled. Killing Storm hissed and ran out the camp. A group of warriors chased him. I joined in with my teeth bared into a sneering snarl. I ran ahead of the group and tried to snatch Killing Storm's tail in my jaws. "Storm Dream! You're going to cross Lionclan's border!" Flying Eagle warned. I skidded to a halt as Killing Storm darted over the border.
"Run, you little coward!" I sneered after him. Then he was gone. I flicked my ear in satisfaction. I did it, Light Eyes. He's gone. A breeze ruffled my fur. It's not over yet. Not until he's left the clans for good. Watch your back, my brave daughter. This isn't the last you seen of that cat.
Killing Storm's POV:
I ran through the long grass of Lionclan's territory. Those stupid cats! I'll come back, just you wait. And Leopardstorm… I will rip her heart out and wear it as a trophy. She will be the first one I'll kill. I slowed to a walk as silence filled the air. I looked around the open space. I narrowed my eyes as I saw a group of lions stalking through the grass. I smiled and padded over to them. They stopped as they saw me. "Greetings, strong warriors." I meowed. A buff lion shoved his snout into my face.
"What are you doing in our territory, you rogue?" he snarled. I stayed calm and smiled at him.
"I have come to bring news to your leader." I said. The lions shared a look. "It is very important and we mustn't waste time. Your leader has to know immediately." I insisted. The lead lion nodded briefly then beckoned me to follow.
"Come with us." his voice rumbled deep in his throat. A small lion gaped at him.
"You can't be serious, Night Rage." she said. Night Rage looked at her.
"I am. Do you have a problem, Snowing Cloud? You wouldn't challenge your deputy would you?" he snapped. Snowing Cloud flattened her ears. Night Rage nodded then walked into the grass. I smiled in delight. My plan is already going perfectly. Now all I need to do is think of a message to tell.
We padded into Lionclan's camp as the sun went down. Their leader, Lily Storm, was in the clearing with another lion. The cats gathered in the clearing were strong lions. Their muscles rippling under their fur as they shared tongues. I smiled in delight. These cats are perfect for my plan! Night Rage padded over to Lily Storm with me behind him. Gasps sounded as I walked through the clearing. I held my head high and bathed in their attention. Lily Storm narrowed her eyes when she saw me.
"Why is he here?" she asked. Night Rage looked at me.
"He has a message to tell you." he reported. If every gaze wasn't on me, they were now. I flicked my ear and licked my paw.
"It is a pleasure to meet you, Lily Storm." I meowed.
"What do you want?" Lily Storm snapped. I looked at her in mock hurt.
"I was just saying hello." I muttered. Lily Storm growled.
"Don't come here to waste my time. You already did that when you first came into the forest." she snapped. I chuckled.
"Alright, alright. Don't bite my tail off." I smirked. Then I cleared my throat and lifted my head high. "I was passing through Leopardclan's territory to find a place to stay. As I was passing by, I heard a group of them in the forest. I couldn't help but stop by and listen. Crystal Sky was with her warriors talking about battle. She said that Lionclan is weak and foolish so they'll be easy to attack. And once they're defeated, Leopardclan can claim your territory as theirs." I announced. Outraged yowls filled the air.
"Those mangy fox-dungs!"
"I'll show them foolish!"
"Rip them to shreds!"
Lily Storm raised her tail for silence. Her face was calm but her eyes glowed with anger. "Are you sure you heard her say that?" she asked. I nodded.
"I promise." I mewed, trying to hide the grin creeping onto my face. Lily Storm looked at her outraged clan.
"Well I say, if Leopardclan wishes for a fight… then we'll give it to them! Lionclan will never be defeated! Not to a bunch of mangy crow-food eaters!" she spat. The clan cheered her on.
"Leopardclan will be crushed!" Night Rage joined in. I smiled at all the battle hungry faces around me. Here I come, Leopardclan. Watch your backs because I'll be there with an army full of strong fearless cats who will rip you to shreds. And Leopardstorm… you're gonna wish you never stepped foot in the history of these foolish cats.