Skypaw's Fury

Chapter 20

"Skypaw, you have been through ups and downs in your life, and I hope that this role as a warrior helps you through your fog of sadness. And just so you know, the Clan is at your side." Twigstar's quivering voice broke into a whimper. Why is she getting so emotional? Skypaw, Rosepaw, Snowpaw, and Grasspaw were having their warrior ceremony. Rosepaw and Grasspaw got their warrior names; Rosewing and Grassleap. Their eyes shone as they watched their friends be named. Grassleap was gazing at Skypaw again. Skypaw had begun to like him, and she often found herself gazing at the black tom, too.

Once Twigstar settled down, she spoke again. "Sorry everyone for my emotions, but let's go on!" She mewed, half cheerfully. I hope those are tears of joy... Skypaw thought. "Skypaw, do you promise to uphold the warrior code and be loyal to your Clan through out your whole life?" Twigstar asked seriously.

"I do."

Skypaw's voice shook with excitement. Twigstar began to make her warrior name. "Wait!" Skypaw howled. The Clan gasped. You aren't supposed to interrupt a ceremony. Twigstar gazed intently on her. "Yes, what is it?" She hissed through clamped teeth. Skypaw ducked her head in respect. "I'm very sorry for interrupting, but can I request my warrior name?" She asked. Twigstar looked on, deep in thought. Finally, the leader nodded. "Fine." Skypaw sighed in relief. She padded up to the edge of High Ledge. "I request to be called," Skypaw paused briefly. "Skyleaf, in honor of my mother, Leafclaw. My mother, as you know was killed in a battle. And I think every cat should want to be named after such a brave cat." Skypaw looked up at the stars. Can you see me Leafclaw? Twigstar nodded to Skypaw as she padded back. Snowpaw smiled at her, proud. "By the power of StarClan! I give you your well deserved warrior name!" Twigstar began. Skypaw wiggled on her haunches. "Skypaw, from this moment on, you will be known as Skyleaf. StarClan honors your courage and kindness." Cheers rumbled through the crowd like thunder, the loudest coming from Grassleap. Skyleaf padded over to him, purring. "Skyleaf..." Grassleap murmured. "I love it." The handsome black tom nuzzled Skyleaf as the Clan chanted her knew name. "Skyleaf! Skyleaf! Skyleaf!" Rosewing leaped on top of her friend, bowling her over. "Congratulations!" She squealed. Skyleaf laughed in joy. See Gorsetail? I can listen. Skyleaf thought triumphantly. Rosewing squirmed off of her friend and watched Snowpaw get his name. "Snowpaw, from this moment on you will be known as Snowbreeze. StarClan honors your bravery and loyalty." Skyleaf yowled her brothers new name. "Snowbreeze! Snowbreeze!" The rest of the Clan joined in. Snowbreeze's eyes shone. He padded to the side, to Grassleap, Rosewing, and Skyleaf. He started to whisper to his sister. "See Skyleaf? You didn't need that bile-eater, Gorsetail! You did it!" Skyleaf purred in amusement. "No Snowbreeze," She loved the way her brother's new name felt on her tongue. "We did it."