Witheringrose walked to camp, struggling to keep balanced. The large stick that she was carrying was weighing her down, and when she saw the entrance into FrostClan, she hurried over. Witheringrose entered the camp and set the stick on the ground, sighing as she looked around to see all the other Warriors working to build this large cave for their new leader.

Ever since Diamondstar died, Mudstar had been making them work for him. The others enjoyed it, since they got more recognition from him. He was still picking a deputy, even though it was against the rules of StarClan. Whoever worked the hardest got to be deputy. They didn't even need to make another den for Mudstar, he just wanted it for when he wanted to relax.

Mudstar had also made other changes. He made the older, more experienced Warriors take care of the elders, since he valued the apprentices so much. He made kits apprentices at 4 moons old, and let kits roam around the camp without supervision. He also was very harsh to everyone. Some of the other Warriors didn't like his ways, but most of them did like it, since he was looking for a deputy. When Mudstar was made leader, he brought in some of his loner friends who Witheringrose was convinced were evil. They were the only ones that got to be off doing whatever while the real Warriors, apprentices, and some kits had to help build this stupid den.

• • •

Later that day, one of the loner/Warriors came up to her.

"Hey," he said. "My name is Claw. What's yours, pretty lady?"

Witheringrose shuddered. His voice was creepy and he looked as if he would kill her if she didn't introduce herself aswell. "Mine name is Witheringrose. It's such a pleasure to meet you," she added with some sarcasm.

Claw narrowed his eyes at her. "I'll be right back," he said, slithering into the shadows.

She sighed with relief to have him gone, getting up and turning around. Right behind her was a young tom with a scar on his left cheek. She recognized him as another loner.

"Uh, er, hi," he said shyly, blushing. "Um, could you show me around? I don't know this place very well. My brother and sister invited me here."

Witheringrose's heart melted at his innocence, and she nodded. She walked to the Warriors den. "This is were the Warriors sleep. We use moss and feathers for our beds," she said. He followed after her as she went to a tall tree. "This is the High Tree," she told him, "it's were Mudstar makes announcements." After that, they continued going around the camp, the loner making a few jokes here and there, and Witheringrose having a relatively fun time.

"So, what is your name?" He asked. "Mine is Rock."

"I'm Witheringrose," she replied. She looked at him, remembering her duties. "Sorry, I have to continue with the building."

A look flashed in Rock's eyes, and Witheringrose couldn't detect what he was feeling. He had a blank face.

"Alright," he said, blinking. "I'll just go hunting then."

She nodded and turned around, going over to pick up a big stick that Honeywhisp had just left. All throughout the building, she wondered what emotion has flashed across Rock's face when she had to leave.

• • •

It was late at night, and Witheringrose and some other Warriors were finishing up the foundation of the humongous den. She jumped a little when she felt a tap on her back, and she turned around. Rock was there, smiling sheepishly.

"Uh, hey there. I-I was thinking that maybe, uh, maybe it would be nice if we went on a walk?"

Witheringrose smiled brightly and nodded, turning around.

One of the toms finishing up gave her a toothy smile. "You two run along, me, Honeywhisp, and Frozenspeed can finish this up ourselves."

She dipped her head greatfully and walked to the entrance, a bounce in her step. Rock followed after her, chuckling.

They went down a little path that had been laid out. Witheringrose enjoyed Rock's presence, he was very calm and peaceful.

"So....uh, do you have any siblings?" He asked, looking at her.

"Nope," she answered. "What about your siblings? How are they?"

Rock turned his head to the trees. "My brother loves the big forest, and my sister really likes the 'beautiful' toms, as she said," he chuckled.

Witheringrose laughed along with him. "What about your parents?"

Rock sighed. "I know this is weird, but they are kittypets. I hated the kittypet life, and so did my siblings. We left, and we sometimes visit them, but not often." Witheringrose could tell he was uncomfortable. "Er, what about you?"

"My parents are Tinybreeze and Gingerpath. They are really supportive and they are understanding," she answered.

"That's cool," Rock said. "Do you have a mate?" He blurted out.

Witheringrose almost choked on air. "Nope. You?"

Rock blushed heavily. "Me neither. I don't know why you wouldn't have a mate though."

She raised an eyebrow at him.

"You are so beau- nice. You are very nice."

Witheringrose chuckled, happy. She looked up at the sky. It was growing dark.

"We should head home in a bit," she said.

Rock nodded. "Oh! But before we go, I wanted to show you something. Come on!" He raced towards a hill.

She followed curiously. As they reached the top of the hill, she saw what he was so exited about. The sky was beautiful. The stars were so much closer to her than normal ground, that she felt as if she could reach out and scoop one into her paws. She looked over at Rock to see him watching her.

He went over to her. "They are breathtaking, huh?"

Witheringrose nodded.

"Just-Just as pretty as you," he stuttered. She felt her face grow warm as he twined tails with her. She leaned against him, and she could hear him sigh contently. Maybe this is what she had been looking for her whole life. Maybe this would be what her life would be like, living with Rock. But maybe Rock couldn't be trusted. She would just go into the future with hope that he could be her friend, and maybe, something more.

Hi guys! How did you like that chapter? It was long, I know, but I really love this new book idea. I hope you enjoyed it aswell.

Here is a few questions:

Who is your favorite character?

Do you like Rock and Witheringrose together?

Have a great day!

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