Hawkstar strode briskly through the autumn woods, his footsteps chased by little leaves carried by a cool wind. The faintest hint of the harsh winter to come lingered in the crisp air as it rattled the dead branches overhead, underwritten by the scurrying of prey here and there preparing their burrows for a long sleep. The ThunderClan Leader took no notice, for his mind was elsewhere.
Why had Firestar requested this meeting? The question had remained with him ever since that envoy had arrived in their camp. He’d wanted to rip their whiskers off, but it was hardly their fault. The whole subject just raised his hackles, as well it should after all that had happened between their families.
It couldn’t be about Oceanstorm, he thought. That whole mess was as dead and buried as it was possible to be by this point, though the rumor mill still liked to dig it up occasionally. It was hard to forget a covered up murder between two Clans, even if it hadn’t been revealed by twin imposters wearing false skins.
A squirrel shot across his path, too abruptly for him to take any action, though it stoked his mind making him wonder if this was about food. The upcoming winter had everyone worried, but surely Firestar knew better than to come to him for help.
He finally arrived at the meeting place, no closer to guessing its reason than when he had started out, shouldering his way into a clearing that revealed the regal looking Leader of SkyClan. Great orange brute, Hawkstar thought derisively, as he sat himself down in front of Firestar.
“Greetings, Firestar. To what do I owe...this?” He’d started out intending to say ‘to what do I owe this pleasure’ but they both knew it certainly wasn’t one. May as well act like adults.
Firestar |The Courageous Lion of Skyclan|
Eyes narrowing as he takes in the mocking tone of Hawkstar, the Skyclan Leader could sense that the black feline would not see to reason. Pursing his lips as he notes the reference to twolegs, not being able to comprehend the meaning irked Firestar but he could deduce enough from Hawkstar’s tone that it certainly was not what he was aiming for. ”Borrow…share. Either would suffice, I would not be here if it was not dire” Fire huffs out as he shoves his pride to the side to break through to Hawkstar.
Yet, he pauses at the mention of his murderous son. Blinking slowly in surprise before anger flares within his ember and emerald eyes. Lips pulling back in a snarl as he regards Hawkstar, ”Father of a murder? Why doesn’t that seem familiar Hawkstar? You must be looking in your reflection” he mocks with a harsh grin as he takes a step forward. ”We are both parents of murders, you spineless hypocrite! I was the one who took your daughter in when you allowed yourself to be possessed, I am the one who brought you back to the land of the living! I am the one who put a stop to the war! Do not patronize me!” he snarls loudly as his voice echos in the clearing.
He knew he was letting his temper get the best of him, the inferno within blazing heatedly with no way to quell the flame. ”We may not see eye to eye but we both care for our clan. When I give my word I stick to it. It is only temporary until the woods in Skyclan come to life again” he frustratedly explains, pacing back and forth as the anger flickered dangerously within the large ginger tabby Maine Coon. Yet, all reason and rationality dissipates within Firestar’s jumbled mind at the sly taunt in regard to Firestar’s mate and kits. ’This cocky bastard! Thinks he can disrespect Auroraskies so casually!’ seething as he watches Hawkstar slowly rise to his nimble paws, ready to take leave.
An angered smirk forms on Firestar’s deranged features as he swiftly lunged for the smaller male while Hawkstar’s back was turned. Using his large bulky form to press firmly into the dark tom, his large paw grasping harshly at the back of Hawkstar’s neck as he shoves him face first into the ground. Amusement glittering in his eyes briefly at watching Hawkstar eat dirt before lowering his head to whisper darkly. ”You may ridicule me, but keep my mate and kits out of your filthy mouth! At least I am loyal to my mate and care unconditionally for my kits…can you say the same?” he mocks as he puts more pressure on Hawkstar’s neck, warning him not to struggle. ”Just remember Hawkstar….I asked nicely and I only do that once” he growls softly before shoving Hawkstar once more before stalking away, his eyes glowing in pure rage and malice. He knew what he needed to do for his kin.