Sparrowheart sat up gasping in his sleep. It had been a moon since the battle with the rogues and almost every night, he had the same dream about what happened that night.
Spottedbreeze had been cornered by four male rogues, who were taunting her and looking at her like she was some.....prize they had won. Sparrowheart hated them instantly and would have killed one of them if Spottedbreeze hadn't reminded him of what the warrior code said about mercy. He had felt so shameful right then, but he and his clan forced the rogues out of FireClan territory.
Feeling self conscious, he stepped quietly around the sleeping warriors and out into the camp. He glanced around and up at the still dark sky. He would have time for a small walk before sunrise.
He passed Graystorm, a husky gray tom, who was on guard at the camp entrance. "Just going for a walk, Graystorm." he whispered to him. Graystorm nodded and backed out of the way into the forest.
Sparrowheart made his way through the tunnel and broke into a run through the trees. He headed toward the river, feeling the wind rush through his fur. He loved this feeling of freedom.
His paws skimmed the earth as if he was floating. Sparrowheart looked around FireClans beautiful territory as he ran. Soon he came to the edge of the trees and the river was in sight.
Suddenly, he crashed into a strong, furry body. He tumbled over the ground and slammed into a tree.
"Ouch...."he said dizzily. He stood up and shook himself. Sparrowheart looked up at the cat he had run into. He took a step back as he realized it was Spottedbreeze he had knocked to the ground. "I--I'm so..um...sorry Spottedbreeze!" he said sheepishly. She smiled, to his relief, and said, "Oh thats okay Sparrowheart! I wasn't really paying attention." She shook the dust out of her sleek fur and stood up straight. Her eyes sparkled and Sparrowheart felt weak. He smiled, "So what are you doing out so late?" She laughed, "I think I could ask you the same question!"
He took a small step closer, "I needed some fresh air..." She nodded, "Yeah I know how that can be sometimes."
Sparrowheart turned to where he had been heading, "I was just going to the river....wanna come? I could use the company."
She smiled, "I would like that"(:
