A Fresh New Beginning

<sup>Nightpaw
Following my father's pawsteps

Nightpaw lead the way out of camp, feeling a nice cool breeze intertwine with his fur. He had never felt his happy before. He didn't feel alone, like everyone was not trusted. Like everyone wanted to kill him.

He paused, waiting for Forestpaw's presence.</sup>

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Forestpaw walked up to nightpaw,taking in the cool air of the forest.She wanted to ask him something that had been bugging her ever since they met."So whats the deal with nightstalker and all that.Where did it all start,why,you know.Just tell me everything" she said,sitting down to hear nightpaw's story.

<sup>Nightpaw
Following my father's pawsteps

Nightpaw was surprised by the sudden question. At first, he was going to protest. But when he gazed at Forestpaw seriously he was mesmerized by how powerful the curiosity and intensity he received from her eyes.

Sighing, he gave in, settling himself down in order to tell the story. "Fine, fine. I'll tell you. But it's up to you if you believe me or not."

His muzzle tilted up, gazing up into the sky to distract himself from the guilt crawling in his fur. "I was born in the mountains to the Tribe of Rushing Water. A rogue named Darkspirit was my mother. She was a former ShadowClan warrior, as you know.

My father, Nightstalker, had already been dead. So from the start, I was subjected to receive dreams from him. But instead of having dreams since I learned to talk, he waited until he knew what my power was."

He paused there, knowing he must have sounded stupid and selfish. But he decided to continue when silence met his words. "I...I was sent a dream by Nightstalker. And for some reason these cats, Amberpaw, Duskpaw, Starpaw and my sister, Duskpaw, were in the dream too. But only me and Starpaw seemed to stay.

That's when I learned my power was real. Starpaw had a power, also. Nightstalker said that we were going to train and learn the true purpose about our powers. He said we were going to learn about a plot he was planning. He said it had to do with the Clans, and he said never to trust them.

I haven't heard from him since, but I have a feeling he'll come back. And even though it might sound bad, I really want to make him proud of me! I want to be just like him! Strong, respected...so I'm trying to take on his personality and follow what he said. Which explains why I act that way...but no matter what it takes, I'm going to be like him and make him proud."</sup>

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FORESTPAW
My soul is numb,my eyes are blank,oh wont you release me?

"Dont worry,I believe you." She pondered what this meant.A feeling of impending doom was thrust upon her at that moment.She couldnt shake the feeling that something was very wrong with his statement."Whatever you do,use your power for good.I dont feel right about this nightstalker person.Please promise you will tell me anything that guy says.He might be dangerous." She needed confirmation from nightpaw before she said anything else.

<sup>Nightpaw
Following my father's pawsteps

Nightpaw couldn't help but feel a little insecure. He wasn't very sure about telling every detail about what he discussed with Nightstalker, no matter how much he trusted Forestpaw. He was afraid that she would disapprove of his actions, and not be friends with him anymore if he protested.

But, he was loyal to her. So he decided to agree. He just hoped that she would understand that whatever he does, nothing will be harmed. Yet, anyway. He wasn't sure about the plans that tinted the future. But whatever it was, he was going to make sure she wasn't going to be harmed.

"Fine. But I'm only doing this because I trust you and your my best friend. Don't tell anyone else, ok?" Nightpaw replied, hoping Forestpaw knew the bond of trust was important to him. Especially about the secret meetings between him and his father.</sup>

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''Thanks.The tigerclaw incident mustnt happen again.It cant.I wont let it happen." Her stomach groweled. "ohh.Im hungry.We should start hunting." She said to nightpaw.

<sup>Nightpaw
Following my father's pawsteps

Nightpaw sighed in relief at Forestpaw's newly relaxed structure. She seemed convinced. He hoped that he could say the same for himself, though.

"Alright. Hold on." Nightpaw replied to Forestpaw's hunger, pausing and looking around. Soon he saw a squirrel, scuffling through the scattered leaves in search for food. Crouching down, all his senses targeted the prey, preparing for the launch.

Slowly moving closer, he paused after a few paw steps, making sure the squirrel took no notice. Then when he was in a comfortable range, he pounced, pinning the struggling body to the ground. Quickly ending its life with a nip to its neck, he picked it up then dropped it in front of Forestpaw, pawing it toward her.

"Here. Its all yours. I don't need to eat."</sup>

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FORESTPAW
My eyes are blank,my soul is numb,wont you release me?

"Thanks." She replied.She tore into the squirrel."Stringy,just the way I like it."
When she finished the squirrel,she pondered what to do next. "So....Whaddya wanna do now?" She asked,turning to nightpaw