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Post by *Simply Seasle* on Jun 15, 2008 19:16:35 GMT -5
Skykit wasn't surprised at Petal's tone. Of course she would love and admire RougeClan, who wouldn't?
Well, those soft other Clan cats wouldn't, but they didn't really count. RougeClan was perfect for the strong who wanted company. And Petal had already proved herself strong.
All she had to do was convince Darkheart....
But now, she had to reply to Petal.
"It is amazing, isn't it? I love this clan...I grew up here, so I understand it as well. It's so interesting, to be the subject of all these myths...do you know they call us 'clanless'? We've never bothered getting rid of that name; it's too ironic." Skykit meowed thoughtfully. "We're here, pretty much. We should just wait for Darkheart."
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Post by //Cindy// l u n a on Jun 15, 2008 19:30:26 GMT -5
"No need to wait. You know, Skykit, I should send you out to convince people to join. Quite the tongue for speech you have there, kitten." He smiled, green eyes laughing. It seemed that he was always laughing at someone, but right now his emerald pools were warm. He wasn't generally in such a good mood; it was bad for his reputation. If the other Clans knew him as a jolly fellow who teased kits, they wouldn't be afraid of his Clan. But today he couldn't help it. He'd gone and picked a nice relaxing fight in RiverClan. He'd one against the young apprentice, but barely hurt it anyway. He had just been looking for Pandapelt when the two youngsters arrived.
"So your name is...?" He tilted his head to the new cat, his eyes narrowing slightly. He was much smaller than most adult cats, but it didn't stop the air of power that surrounded him. He had been leading his Clan for a long time now, ever since Stardust died. He took in new cats to his Clan regularly; it was a tight Clan of Rogues. The way he thought of it was that any cat could join or leave as they pleased, as long as they made themselves helpful and were decently friendly throughout their stay. He'd had some cats come one afternoon and leave the following morning without so much as an explanation. Then there was the ridiculous cats who thought they were hurting his personal feelings by leaving dramatically. Idiots. Then there were the cats who had been in the Clan for their whole life, and they were the ones Darkheart knew and trusted most of all.
Petal couldn't help but jump when a voice sounded from behind her. It was certainly not expected. She turned, trying to stop her drum-rolling heart. She wasn't surprised at what she saw. Every cat knew that Darkheart was small and powerful, strong and fast despite short legs. They knew the midnight blackness of his fur and the piercing stare of his emerald eyes. But right now, those reflective orbs weren't so threatening. In fact, Darkheart seemed quite the opposite of his name. He was relaxed and smiling as he spoke to Skykit. When he turned and faced Petal, some of that laughter faded and Petal caught a glimpse of how frightening he would be angry.
"My name is Petal," she said, trying to meet his gaze steadily. It was difficult, and she quickly dropped her eyes as a sign of respect. Her tail flicked nervously, but she remembered what Skykit had told her about how understanding Darkheart could be. Petal just hoped that he would be the same way to her. |
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Post by *Simply Seasle* on Jun 16, 2008 10:21:57 GMT -5
Skykit dipped her head, acknowleging the compliment, but made sure not to let herself feel too proud. She would not fall, not that easily.
"Thank you. I'm sure it only comes from being around you so much." she meowed in a deadpan voice. If you hadn't known her, you would have thought that she was telling the truth.
Of course, she wasn't. Darkheart was many things, but he wasn't a great speaker, not really. And he was busy, and didn't spend much time around Skykit at all. But she enjoyed teasing him.
"She wants to stay with us." Skykit meowed, confident that she would be allowed to stay.
She couldn't help feeling a bit amused of Petal's fear of Darkheart; he had always been like a favorite uncle to her.
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Post by xXIvyXx on Jun 16, 2008 15:48:59 GMT -5
OOC: can I join? or is it a private?
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Post by *Simply Seasle* on Jun 16, 2008 15:55:31 GMT -5
OOC: Pretty private...we're just getting a new charrie into this clan, so....unless you really want to RP here, don't.
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Post by xXIvyXx on Jun 16, 2008 16:05:46 GMT -5
OOC: ok then
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Post by //Cindy// l u n a on Jun 16, 2008 16:32:43 GMT -5
OOC: I wouldn't say it's private; but if you want it to be it can be. I'm gonna make a separate ceremony thread very soon, so it's probably easier for everyone to join then.
Darkheart ignored Skykit. He didn't really have anything to ask her, so unless she wanted something from him - other than Petal's acceptance to the Clan - he had no reason to speak with her. Although he supposed she would be strongly advocating for Petal to stay. Of course the cat would be allowed to - but Darkheart was slightly hesitant about letting kits in to RogueClan. "What makes you think I'll let you stay?" he asked. It was a trick question - there really was no right answer, because whatever Petal would say Darkheart would call wrong. If a cat couldn't stand up to that kind of criticism, they were too sensitive for a Clan like his.
"I guess.. because Skykit said that you would?" Petal mewed apprehensively. She wasn't really sure what to say; she'd spoken the truth and hoped that was enough. This wasn't like just any place, though. In fact, it was in many ways unlike any other place Petal knew. The young cat just hoped she had enough intuition to get her through and accepted into RogueClan. Her tail twitched nervously as she watched his green eyes, hoping for a sign that her answer was correct or at least not terrible.
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Post by *Simply Seasle* on Jun 16, 2008 17:12:08 GMT -5
Skykit smirked. Petal's answer was just so...right. She was tempted to say something herself, but realized that Darkheart and Petal were having a 'mini standoff' and decided to stay out of it. But if Darkheart did send her new friend out, he'd have a very unhappy Skykit on his paws.
But that wasn't her problem. Right now, it was probably best to watch the show. Let no one say that Skykit rushed into things, or made wild speeches and threats to the Clan leader when there was no need. Now, if there was need....that was a whole other story.
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Post by //Cindy// l u n a on Jun 16, 2008 19:13:23 GMT -5
Darkheart didn't even glance at Skykit. The youngster was doing fine for now, but Darkheart had a sneaking suspicion that she needed to learn some respect. Although cats came and went, respect for Darkheart was necessary to keep the the group a Clan, not just some random reclusive cats jumbled into the same area. "So you're saying that you believed and trusted a cat you've just met?" He narrowed his eyes, and they were challenging. He was enjoying himself - just because he was kinder than most cats thought didn't mean he was a softy or anything. No, he was no loving kittypet. Cats had to respect him, and it was not easy to earn the same in return.
Petal blinked in surprise at Darkheart's cold and disapproving tone. What could she possibly say? She couldn't deny it; she had immediately trusted the kit. She would sound like she was talking back if she told him that Skykit was charismatic or something, or if she simply agreed. At the same time, she would sound immature and weak if she just started apologizing. But she had to say something, and so she just spoke. "Well, I guess the worst that could happen is you chase me out." Would this answer satisfy him? Petal certainly hoped it was enough for him not to snarl and attack or anything.
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Post by .Whitey. on Jun 17, 2008 7:16:38 GMT -5
ooc: Sorry for the intrusion Seasle and Cindy... I'mm just really really really bored XD ignore my post if you must, lol.
She'll do her biddings in return for a good place to stay. a new make voice came from the right of Skykit. Moon, had taken a longer walk back toward the camp hunting along the way. He nodded respectfully towards Darkheart and stole a quick glance at Skykit and Petal. Then, flicked his head back at Darkheart. He won't scare out Petal, he's smarter than that, a small soft voice in the back of his head reminded him sternly. The least he'll do is give her a challenge... he thought to himself quietly. He sat down elegantly, waiting for a response.
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Post by //Cindy// l u n a on Jun 20, 2008 19:31:38 GMT -5
Darkheart looked over towards Moon. The tom was one of Darkheart's most trusted warriors, and yet he just interrupted Darkheart's test of Petal. He was slightly more reluctant to let young cats into the Clan. If they got too attached and weren't an asset... He considered pointing out to Petal that he could kill her there and then if he pleased, but he settled for a slightly less aggressive approach. He would talk to Moon shortly. He glanced over at the larger black cat, and bright emerald eyes showed the leader's annoyance. "Petal, you are too trusting. Remember, there are some cats out there who would kill a kitty like you just for fun. You can stay in the Clan, but this isn't a permanent acceptance."
Petal swallowed. She just knew that Darkheart hated her. She probably looked like an ignorant kit to such an experienced leader. At the same time, something in her lifted - this was where she belonged, and she was happy to be accepted here. Maybe it would be a good fit with her... personality. Her mom had always said she was thoughtful for her age. Perhaps she was, and perhaps this was the true place for her. She could only hope. She took another look at Darkheart, lightly fearful, then turned to Skykit, who seemed to be friendly enough.
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Post by *Simply Seasle* on Jun 25, 2008 12:05:18 GMT -5
Skykit had never really understood how Darkheart's mind worked. She was a smart, thoughtful, calm, and practical kit. Yet, she was a kit, or perhaps almost apprentice would be better. She didn't have all that much experience, though she did have common sense.
However, she did noticed Darkheart's half glance towards her, and almost flinched. He was displeased with her. Why? She couldn't say. She had been a bit more foward than normal; perhaps that was it.
Silly little Skykit, you know better. Never let your emotions take over. No matter how much you like the new kit, no matter how much you want something, you do not let it show. And if Darkheart decides to test a newcomer, you do not even think of challenging it.
A smaller voice whispered something else.
I was only stating a fact....I would be very unhappy if Petal wasn't allowed to stay...
And then, the end - Unhappy or not, you do not show it. Ever.
....I just lost my control
Though it was only in her mind, Skykit was very upset. She rarely ever let her emotions show, and tried her best to keep them from clouding her mind. Almost always, she suceeeded. But Petal had changed that...
Skykit could feel anger surging towards Petal, but stopped it by pulling back the feelings of wanting. They clashed, and broke into smaller, easier to deal with fragments. Skykit had leanred this a long time ago, and it worked well.
She nodded to Petal.
"You can stay with me, if Darkheart agrees." she meowed, her tone formal, but her eyes warm.
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Post by .Whitey. on Jun 25, 2008 16:09:22 GMT -5
Moon flicked his tail down Skykits back. He could feel the anger penting up inside of her because of Darkhearts testiness. He'd done it to every cat who'd joined the clan so far, not including him. He'd been raised in the Clan itself and turned into a warrior. If Petal stays, I could take them both on... he thought to himself whilst glancing at Skykit reassuringly.
Petal seems very brave. Most cat's would've shrunk away by now. he decided thoughtfully. The last thing he wanted was to have a timid she-cat in the clan. The last time they had one of those, it was terrible, she'd jumped and yowled at everything. In the end though, she didn't last long. And he hoped the younger kit didn't turn out the same.
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Post by //Cindy// l u n a on Jul 5, 2008 14:34:21 GMT -5
Darkheart smiled. He loved new members of the Clan. And he would, perhaps, apologize to Petal later - but for now, he needed her to fear him. It was important for any new member of the Clan, especially young ones, to understand Darkheart's power. But now, there were other important things to deal with. "I have some announcements to make," he mewed and jumped up onto a rock before shouting -
--continued in "All RogueClanners: Apprenticeships"
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