Eyes full of stars (A Warrior Cats fanfic)

Chapter 16

I don't see him on that patrol, but when we get home, the sun is setting.

"I just need a while to hunt alone. I'm still not tired." I lie. My clan mates nod, and I go off again.

When the clan is out of sight, I race towards the stream. I catch something to eat along the way, but keep going.

I leap with joy when I see Stormheart. I rush up to him and cover his head with gentle, loving licks. He purrs with happiness as we share tongues.

"Hollyflower, I brought you a vanilla flower. You- smell like vanilla and mint." he tells me, pushing forward the beautiful yellow flower.

"Oh, it's beautiful!" I exclaim, picking it up.

"I love you." he purrs, licking my ear.

"I'll remember your gift, but I'll probably have to hide it somehow." I tell him, pressing my muzzle against his chest.

"That's okay. A flower is not the only symbol of my love." he raises my eyes to him.

"We just need to be together. That's enough." I murmur.

"I love you. I hope we can meet on a patrol soon. If not, at sunset everyday." he says.

"Yes, but make sure to wash away my scent." I tell him.

"I love your scent." he says, confused.

"But your clan won't." I tell him regretfully. He nods, presses his muzzle against mine, and bounds away.