Auroraskies
Skyclan Queen
Aurora wasn’t quite sure how this double date would turn out, but then again this wasn’t really a date as 12 children were also joining them. Somehow the black and golden molly had convinced her mate to have dinner with Littledove and Tigersnap while all of their kits would be socializing and playing with each other in the clearing. Was it probably the best idea for Tigersnap and Firestar to be around the same place and be forced to socialize and attempt to behave? Probably not. Aurora was Fire’s mate, not his babysitter, it annoyed her how cats assumed that she would ‘change’ him. She loved her Fire just as he was.. Rising from their shared nest, Aurora arched an eyebrow as all six kits were trying to fight their way out of the den as the kits had just finished dinner a while ago “Guys, no need to run. They’re not going anywhere!” Aurora said to her children and they suddenly stopped and managed to calm down slightly. Carefully watching as their children were exiting their den, she felt a paw resting at her side and turned back to smile softly at her mate.
Firestar was curled beside her, ginger fur mingling with black and golden. Leaning up until she was rubbing her cheek against his own, she turned her head to give him a kiss on the cheek “Well, we have a dinner to attend to.. Let's get going, Love.” She said before the pair got up from their nest and made their way out of the den and down the twisted branches that led towards the camp clearing. Pressing her side against Firestar’s, a grin appeared on her lips when spotting Littledove and Tigersnap in front of the nursery, their kits already mingling with hers and Fire’s. Watching Ryekit and Primrosekit, she could see that the tom was trying to please her daughter with a small pebble “I brought you a gift!” Ryekit chirped, his eyes shining in happiness when looking at the calico Molly. It was well known that Ryekit was ‘in love’ with Primrosekit, always trying to impress her with gifts and little known facts that he had learned from the day. Aurora swore that she heard the other day from her best friend that Tigersnap was trying to lecture his son about what love was.. But it seemed like it went unnoticed as Ryekit was still trying to woo the calico Maine Coon in front of him.
“Do you like it?” Ryekit questioned with wide eyes, as he was hoping that his best friend enjoyed the gift. However Primrosekit was an extremely picky molly, and it was hard to make sure that she was happy. Meanwhile, Thornkit was running towards Finchkit and launched himself into her as the two kits tumbled around until the smaller female got the upper hand and pinned him to the ground “No fair! You cheated!” The dark brown tabby chirped, a small pout on his face when looking up at his best friend. Out of everyone, Finchkit was Thornkit’s best friend, she was like one of the guys! A true tomboy at it’s best. Ryekit went over to Thornkit and Finchkit, and beckoned his head for Primrosekit to join them “No way, you managed to take down Thornkit?” Ryekit said with wide eyes, as he tried his hardest to take down the larger tom for weeks! How did his sister do it?
“Littledove and Tigersnap! Nice to see you this evening.” Aurora said with a grin on her face once Firestar and herself padded towards them. The black and golden Maine Coon watched as her mate settled beside her, a fond smile appearing on her lips when looking up at him. Looking towards Tigersnap and Littledove, an eyebrow raised slightly at watching the two of them interact. Aurora had been waiting for the day when Littledove would finally tell her that Tigersnap had asked the silver tabby to be his mate, but Aurora couldn’t help but wonder what was taking the brown tom so long? Was he scared? Did he just want to have a friendly relationship? Ugh, Toms were complicated at times. Seeing there was a sparrow for each coupler, the molly soon looked up at the pair in front of her “How was your day today? Anything interesting happening with you two?” She questioned, as she took a bite and chewed her piece of food before a grin appeared on her lips and looked at her mate “The kits decided that it was appropriate to attempt to spar with their dad at one point, tried to get him from behind.” The molly teased, as it was quite a sight for 4 kits (Tumble and Cosmo stayed behind to watch with Aurora) while Primrosekit, Beekit, Scorchkit and Thornkit tried to sneak attack their father.
Auroraskies
Skyclan Queen
Settling as Fire’s tail securely wrapped his tail around her frame, the black and golden molly scooted closer to him. Looking up at him, Aurora leaned to press her nose against his cheek “Thank you again for agreeing to this, I promise I’ll make it up to you.” She whispered softly to him before licking his cheek, as she was grateful that her mate agreed to this. Aurora knew that Fire mostly would had preferred to stay in the leader’s den with the kits and have family time with them, or even asking Little and Tiger to watch the kits while they would cuddle up together in their nest. She wanted to make as much memories with their kits before they would become apprentices, as she couldn’t baby and cuddle up to her kits forever as they would become fully grown warriors eventually and start lives of their own. Perhaps it was with her own upbringing that Aurora had the need to make sure that her six children had happy childhoods, as her childhood with Mercuryrose was quite the opposite from their own children as both never even understood a simple game of moss ball or affection due to their parents and where they were raised. Thankfully Fire had always reassured her that she was doing a wonderful job as a mother, just as much as she would always tell him that he was a wonderful father.. With Fire and their kits, arfter all the tragedies that happened in her life.. They had given her life a whole new meaning.
Her violet-amber eyes widened for a moment when hearing about Laurelkit’s accident but nodded “If we need to end this early, just let us know.. She’s a trooper like her mom” Aurora said, smiling softly at the silver tabby. The black and golden molly didn’t mind if Tigersnap and Littledove wanted to leave Incase they thought their daughter would catch a cold. Aurora wasn’t fond with cold weather and kits being outside due to losing Luna in a snowstorm. It took a while for Fire to even convince her to let the kits witness their first snow until she finally gave in, she was still paranoid about the topic.. But within time, Aurora would slowly get better about it. Arching an eyebrow at Tigersnap’s reaction, she was a keen observer and could tell that Tigersnap perhaps didn’t know about his daughter’s accident.. It must had been nothing major, as Littledove didn’t panic over her kits unless it was an absolute emergency. It was almost ironic how Aurora was the relaxed one while Littledove was the one filled with slight anxiety during their pregnancies as the roles reversed the moment their kits were introduced into the world.
Turning to look at Fire, she noticed that her mate’s jaw was tightly clenched as Tigersnap threw a jab towards him. Refraining from letting out a small huff of annoyance as she wasn’t overly fond of Tigersnap using the kits as leverage, Aurora’s small paw went towards Fire’s massive one and rubbed her toe beans into his. Giving him a soft smile before turning to Littledove and Tigersnap. “Fire and I went to the falls the other night to celebrate our first season together, this tom is quite the romantic.. Always sweeping me off my paws” She teased, bumping her shoulder into his affectionately. It was quite a beautiful night, one she wouldn’t forget.. Although that question of why Tiger hadn’t properly proposed to Little to become his mate nagged her mind, for Starclan sakes they already acted as if they were a mated couple! Fire and Aurora were betting at this point if he would ever ask, as the two enjoyed their little gossip sessions in their den.
Turning her head towards the sound of Primrosekit’s gasp and complaining of getting dirty, she frowned “Aw Prim, we’ll get you cleaned up. It’s no worries” Aurora said, as she generally believed that Finchkit did it by accident due to not witnessing the whole interaction. However she did notice Thornkit was covering his mouth to prevent himself from laughing and gave him a pointed look of ‘Be nice to your sister’. Her little Prim was quite a sensivite soul, Aurora’s little diva. Her small calico daughter had wanted to remain clean, as she took hygiene very seriously compared to her other siblings.. Which Aurora didn’t mind, made grooming Prim much easier. “That’s a beautiful gift Ryekit, you truly are a little gentleman” She said, bowing her head and chuckled when he bowed back. _________________________________
Thornkit
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Ryekit
“You really like it?” The sandy orange tom asked with widened eyes, as he expected Primrosekit to throw at him and demand a prettier looking one. It had taken him and Finchkit the whole day to search for a gift.. A pretty gift for the pretty girl. Avoiding his father’s gaze, Ryekit wanted to prove to his father that he indeed knew what ‘love’ was (Of course he didn’t, as he was just a mere kit). It wasn’t until Coyotekit and Laurelkit tumbled by which caused dirt to fly up and quickly cling on to Primrosekit’s clean pelt. Ryekit’s eyes widened as Flinchkit added insult to injury by ‘accidentally’ kicking some dirty snow at Primrosekit as well. ‘Oh boy’ Ryekit couldn’t help but think as the small calico molly wasn’t pleased with everything going on
“It’s okay Prim! I still think that you look pretty!” Ryekit offered but knew it wasn’t really enough to help Prim’s bruised ego at the moment. He noticed that his sister and Prim often clashed as their personalities were the complete opposite of each other, Ryekit couldn’t help but wonder which female would cause a mini war within camp as both never backed down from a fight. Hearing Aurora’s call to Primrosekit, he smiled brightly when the black and golden molly complimented his choice of gift and Curtsy him by bowing her head and body slightly. As his mother taught him to be a gentleman, especially around his aunt Aurora, he bowed his head back towards her “Thank you, Mom and Dad said that it was quite a lovely gift” The tom chirped. Obviously Ryekit knew that Tigersnap would had rather snatched the pebble up rather than giving it to Primrose, as Tiger usually claims that Rye, Coyote and Crane were gonna be the cause of his future bald spots.
“No! I’ll never admit you’re the winner!” Thornkit yelled playfully as Finchkit wrestled him down to the ground, a yelp escaped the brown and white tom’s mouth as she tugged at his ear and pouted “Uncle! Uncle!” He shouted as the little molly looked down at him in victory. Once the little tom had got up, he scrambled after his best friend nad nudged his shoulder against her own playfully “I’ll get you next time Finch, one day when you least expect it!” Thornkit chirped, as he couldn’t wait until the next day when she would least expect it.. Yes, Thornkit would finally be able to gain the upperhand and would tackle her into a pile of snow.. The brown tabby would just have to find a way to convince her to go to a nearby one. Grinning when looking at his sister, he chuckled when Primrose started complaining about her fur getting dirty “Oh come on Prim! It’s just dirt! Learn to live a little.” Thornkit said, bumping into his sister affectionately. He loved his older sister, but she was quite a lot to handle. The tom didn’t know how Ryekit was ‘madly’ in love with Primrosekit, as Ryekit was very calm and polite while Prim was… A special case.
Watching his sister’s horrified look when Finchkit kicked some snow at the pretty calico, causing Primrosekit to gasp and look down as her fur was now dripping in dirty snow. Thornkit covered his mouth to prevent himself from laughing out loud as it was quite a move, instead little giggles escaped him. It wasn’t until his mother quickly gave him a look and he suddenly stopped as the kit managed to calm himself down “Aw rats, are you okay Prim?” He asked, as although it was a funny move.. He didn’t like to see his sister upset, as no one had a fun time whenever she became a diva.
Firestar |The Courageous Lion of Skyclan|
Wasn’t socializing with him enough? Why would Auroraskies need to hang out with Littledove and Tigersnap—even drag himself into it as well? If it weren’t for the fact he loves her and his kits, he would have completely ignored the invitation. Not that he did not find Littledove lovely…just the company she kept. As for some odd reason the two tom cats just seemed to butt heads often. As one would often enough rile the other to the point many would hold their breath when they were around one another. Sighing heavily through his nose, bi-colored gaze flickering over his six kits, watching them with amusement, especially at Thornkit, Scorchkit, and even Beekit. Their giddiness could be sensed by their wide eyes, twitching tails, and looks of impatience. While Cosmokit, Primrosekit, and Tumblekit waited calmly near the mouth of the den, only to be nearly trampled by the other three. Grinning as he listens to his mate chastise their kits, never a dull moment with them around. After carefully observing the six small bundles make their way out of the den did he turn to Aurora.
He was half tempted to convince her to lay back down and ignore the rest of the world. To let Little and Tiger babysit, it would certainly be amusing watching Tigersnap handle 12 kits as he barely seemed able to handle 6. Yet all he does is smile softly up at the beautiful black golden molly before him, his large paw resting gently on her side. Giving a small nod, signaling her that he was indeed ready. Ready to get it over with. Purring as she nuzzles his check affectionately as well as kissing his cheek for good measure. “You are just buttering me up so I don’t back out” he teases with a half-grin. Rising slowly to his full height, stepping out of the warmth of his nest, feeling faint goose bumps form along his body as he slips out of the leader’s den. His ginger mane ruffling in the breeze, stepping to the side to allow his mate to travel down first. Wanting to make sure she does not lose her footing. Relaxing once Auroraskies’s paws reach the ground, him joining her soon after. Pressing his larger frame against her side—a small reassurance for himself as he lets her lead him in the direction of the nursery.
Firestar’s ember and emerald gaze hones in on the small form of Littledove and the taller form of Tigersnap. Tilting his chin downwards as he whispers in Aurora’s ear, “Not too late to back out, they haven’t spotted us y—wait nevermind. Too late now” he grunts out as he watches Littledove perk up at the sight of the two. Placing a well believed smile on his muzzle, nodding in simple greetings as the two settle down across from them. Wrapping his feathered tail around Aurora’s form securely. Turning his cranium slightly in the direction of the kits. Their excited yips of greeting catching his attention. Eyes narrowing on Ryekit as the kit basically shoves a pebble in Primrosekit’s direction. So his mate hadn’t been exaggerating when she told him that Rye had a little crush on his daughter. ‘Nothing serious’ she had said, but Firestar wasn’t too sure as he watched the two interact. Biting his lip to hide his smirk at the hesitant look on his daughter’s face. ‘That’s my girl’ he couldn’t help but think.
Turning back to the grownup conversation at the mention of the little sneak attack this morning. Grinning fully at the fond moment, “Aye they certainly tried, too bad Thorn’s two left paws and Scorch’s heavy breathing gave them away” he shakes his head in amusement. As early that morning just when four of his kits planned to pounce on him, he had moved just in time for them to plop to the ground. Then he had proceeded to lightly lay upon them, not releasing them from his hold until they declared they loved him more than their mother. Tufted ears twitching as he listens to Littledove mention her little scare with Laurelkit, frowning slightly as he could only imagine how nerve wrecking it could be for a parent. Side glancing over at Tigersnap, watching the light and dark reddish brown tabby tom to see what his reaction would be. At least the older warrior cared for his kits, that the two could agree upon. “I am glad that Laurelkit is alright” Firestar sincerely says to both of Laurel’s parents. As he knew the true fear of when Claypath had injured his leg permanently or when finding out that his son Copperheart had been killed.
Arching a brow at Tigersnap’s words, knowing that the other was insinuating that he was not competent enough to teach his kits how to properly handle themselves. Jaw clenching tightly, his gaze burning as he stares the older tom down with obvious distaste. Firestar had some well chosen words for him, taking a deep breath. Steeling his emotions as he could not believe the tabby warrior would use his kits as a clutch to off handedly insult him. Grinning in mild amusement, “She is definitely a fighter that one. Must have gotten that from her mother” Firestar casually says, complimenting Littledove.
Finchkit |The Compassionate Spirit of Skyclan|
Large sage green eyes flicker around excitedly as the small reddish brown cream molly takes everything in. The thin layer of snow clinging to her paws as she treks after her siblings, bumping shoulders with Ryekit or purposely tripping Acornkit. Laughing joyfully at the heated words thrown her way by her brother, sticking her tongue out playfully in return. She loved that their mother was now starting to let them explore more of the camp, as she found that she enjoyed exploring and experiencing everything that the outside had to offer. A little dirt, mud, or snow did not bother her in the slightest. Finchkit actually felt more like herself when she was dirty as it meant that she was having fun!
Flicking her slim tail side to side erratically, a little bounce in her step as she knew that soon her best friend would be here! Thornkit had promised her that he would be able to hang out today after over hearing his parents talk about the little ‘double date’ that the grownup had planned. Paper-thin ears twitching as she listens to Rye continuously babble about how excited he was to give Primrosekit the pebble Littledove had helped him find. Making a disgusted face at her brother, nose scrunching up as she could not believe just how smitten he was! And to Primrose? Miss ‘I can’t do anything fun because my fur will get dirty?’ It was well known from the moment the two she-kits met that they would not get along. As the stuck-up princess had the gull to turn her nose up at her during their first greetings! Just because she had specks of snow and dirt mingling within her reddish brown pelt from wrestling with her siblings.
“I am sure she will love it” Finch reassured her suddenly nervous brother. Giving him a grimaced grin, trying to lighten him up but possibly failing terribly. ‘She will love to throw it at your head…or mine’ she could not help but silently add. Turning to look back at him only to notice he was already gone. Racing off in the direction of the beautiful calico Maine Coon. Finch didn’t have much time to watch the pebble exchange when suddenly a fluffy dark brown tabby barrels into her full force. “Hmph!” A startled yelp escapes her before she could control herself. Grinning as she could already tell who it was. Only allowing herself to be pinned for a moment, letting Thornkit think he won, feeling his grip loosen. Shoving him backward as she quickly pins him down. Her signature crooked grin displayed on her pretty features.
“I did not cheat!” Finch gasps as her sage tea green eyes narrow. Leaning down as she playfully nips at one of his tufted ears. “I won fair and square! Say it!” She demands with a huff, not letting him up until he said so. Tilting her small cranium as she spots Ryekit and Primrosekit make their way. Puffing out her chest at the awe of her brother’s words, basking in her momentary win. Barely containing her distaste at the over sweet tone of Prim complaining about getting her perfect pelt dirty. Smirking down at Thornkit before discreetly flicking her tail, flinging a chunk of dirt and snow at Primrosekit. Ears perking up at the satisfying sound of the other gasping as it hits her. Eyes widening in a faux mortified expression, pitching her tone higher in false concern. “I’m sorry! I did not know you were there!” Finchkit says, lips pulling down into a frown, though inwardly she tried not to laugh.
TIGERSNAP.
warrior of skyclan
The outing had been looming over his head all day, making his duties near impossible to perform optimally. He still couldn't believe he had said yes, even to Littledove's puppy dog eyes. There was no way this double date could end well, not with Firestar and him interacting. Not with them in the same area for an extended amount of time period, even if they both had their gals to try and reign them in.
Padding back into camp from his last patrol for the day, he wished he could just go to the nursery and lay beside Littledove while they watched their kits play. He didn't like it when his routine was switched up. He did get to walk up to the nursery and greet her like usual, his own version of a smile on his face, before it was slipping right off as Auroraskies voice caught his attention. Then her and Firestar's kits were bouncing forth, his and Littledove's own litter meeting them halfway, and Tigersnap had to take a deep mental breath to prepare himself for this situation.
"Just working, though some of- Wait, what?" It was likely a good thing he hadn't got to finish his sentence, as his gaze was drawn from Firestar and Auroraskies back to Littledove as she spoke of Laurelkit's mishap. He thought about calling this whole thing off, demanding they stay in to ensure Laurelkit did end being just fine, but then he remembered how much this would mean to Littledove. And there was no way she wouldn't have called this off if their daughter wasn't fine. "Nevermind," he sighed, relaxing just a bit, though it might have been forced.
With a scowl, he turned to inspect the kits and how they were all getting along, mortified to see that Ryekit had given Primrosekit a gift. How could the little shit even be able to claim he was in love with her when they couldn't understand the depth of such a claim? How could his son already be so enamored that he'd bring her gifts? And when she complained to him about getting dirty? Instead of passing out, Tigersnap chose to focus on Finchkit, receiving praise from the other kits for taking down Thornkit. "'Course she would. I don't raise any weaklings. You kits ever need pointers, you come to me," he stated, pride in his voice for his daughter's ability to handle herself and not be afraid to get dirty while doing it.