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Post by sunpelt on Jan 1, 2009 17:29:03 GMT -5
Darksong was laying down on his side beside the crystal clear pool in the warm sun. His eyes were half closed. The white tom had all four of his legs stretched out. It was leafbare, so the warm was quite stunning. Maybe leafbare was ending early? Shaking away the thought of the problems that would cause, Darksong let out a short yawn, rose to a sitting position, and began to lick his hind legs. After his grooming, the tom rose to walk to the edge of the pool. Looking down into its deapths, he let his mind wander. Darksong was roused back to the real world by a slight rustling sound. He sniffed the air, looked around, and spotted a rabbit. Not quite grown yet, but still a good size. As he crouched, he heard a second rustling. His prey hopped away. Shaking his head in irritation, Darksong turned to see who, or what, had disrupted him.
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Post by Fate Admin on Jan 1, 2009 19:29:39 GMT -5
Foxheart blinked her leafy green orbs at the tom as he whirled around to face her and she saw a flicker of movement and glanced to see a rabbit bounding away. "Er... sorry, Darksong...." Her ears twitched apologetically and she dipped her head in respect to the deputy. "Ah... maybe I could hunt with you to make up for it? I promise I'm not usually this clumsy," she purred at the small joke, hoping he wasn't angry with her for scaring off the rabbit. She kneaded the cold ground with her claws briefly, awaiting his reply.
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Post by caracalfang on Jan 1, 2009 21:58:26 GMT -5
*Caracalfang chuckled as he stepped around the bend with Smoketalon. He dipped his head to Darksong and smiled.* Well then, I appologize too. It could have been us. We weren't really hunting here, so we weren't exactly watching our pawsteps. If it's okay with you, we'll join this little hunt too and make it a regular patrol.
*Smoketalon grumbled slightly under his breath. It was supposed to be just the two of them... Still, more eyes and ears would bring more back for the clan, so he wouldn't yowl too loud over it. They could always go fishing later. Maybe the ice would even have thawn. The thought made the grey tom smile and warm up to the idea of joining a hunting patrol.*
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Post by sunpelt on Jan 4, 2009 14:11:32 GMT -5
Darksong gave Foxheart a look that told her he was not angry with her and began to walk over to talk to her when he heard a second rustling. It was Caracalfang and Smoketalon. Being pleased to see the three, he began greeting them. "Hello Foxheart, Caracalfang, Smoketalon. You just startled me, and my prey." Darksong said with a hint of teasing in his voice. Dipping his head to acknowledge the three's request, he sat down to answer. "I think a hunting patrol would be a lovely idea! Shall we get a move on? Any places in mind?" The tom always liked to have everyone else's input on things. He stood up and walked over to the three, waiting patiently for any suggestions. "I personally am in the mood to catch some rabbit, but whatever is fine with me!" As he said the sentence, the image of a fat, juicy rabbit wandered into his mind, making him lick his lips in hunger.
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Post by caracalfang on Jan 4, 2009 22:28:16 GMT -5
*Caracalfang thought for a moment. He usually liked fish, but then so did most of the clan. Perhaps rabbit would be good for a change.* Then maybe we ought to try that small field up from here? There are fewer trees, so that's probably the best place to go. And who knows? That other rabbit might be there when we get there! *The big tom grinned and flipped his tail.*
*Smoketalon rolled his eyes.* Well, I would personally prefer something else. Maybe squirrel. Or fish. Foxheart, what about you? *The tom looked at her with his cool blue eyes. He really hoped she would come with him. She was one of the few cats that didn't irritate him. In fact, he enjoyed her company alot.*
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Post by sunpelt on Jan 10, 2009 23:17:17 GMT -5
Feeling a twinge of jealousy at Smoketalon's offer to Foxheart, Darksong's pupils narrowed into thin slits as he twitched his tail. "That sounds nice Caracalfang, we'll definately do that, but let's wait on Foxheart's answer. I'd love it if we could all go together." Gives me a chance to get closer to Foxheart... Darksong thought to himself, throwing an unkind glance at Smoketalon while his back was turned. Twitching his tail anxiously, Darksong waited warily for Foxheart's answer. I've got to do something to make her come with Caracalfang and I... "Well, either that or we can just accompany Foxheart and Smoketalon?" Darksong gave Smoketalon another look, one full of ego and pride before he bent his head to lick his paw.
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Post by caracalfang on Jan 11, 2009 1:20:22 GMT -5
*Smoketalon's tail bristled and he uttered a low hiss before Caracalfang's tail on his shoulder reminded him to keep his temper. He swallowed the hiss, glad that it had been so low only he could hear it, and gave the deputy an icy look. He smiled cooly at him, then turned to Foxheart.* What say you, Foxheart? I think we could bring back a good enough catch between the two of us, especially combined with Darksong's rabbit, if he can catch one. But it's entirely up to you. Wouldn't want to push you into either option. *His smile for her was warm and genuine, and any cat looking could see that he was honest with his last statement.*
*The big brown tom looked for all like he wasn't paying any attention to the two toms exchange, but he was really quite intriged. It was the first time Smoketalon had shown an interest in a she-cat. But he best tred carefully. Fighting with the deputy was not the best way to start off. His tail had only briefly touched his son, and to others it would look like an accidentel brush and he wraped his tail around his paws, but judging by the grey cat's reaction, Smoketalon had gotten the hint. He was proud of him for swallowing his temper, as well. And he was being true with Foxheart, which, Caracalfang hoped, she would sense and like.*
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Post by sunpelt on Jan 13, 2009 19:06:44 GMT -5
"I don't mind giving up on the rabbit to accompany you. It has been a while since I've been on a hunting party this large...But then again..." Darksong's voice trailed off, hoping the fact that it was layered with hope of Foxheart wanting to accompany him would be well hidden. Never before had he felt this way about a she-cat, and by the looks of it, neither had Smoketalon. That means we're equals in this fight... Darksong thought. Still waiting for Foxheart's reply, Darksong began to purr, the sound rough and warm at the same time, and knead the ground with his paws, claws sheathed.
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Post by Fate Admin on Jan 15, 2009 12:44:36 GMT -5
Foxheart looked a little bewildered as the exchange between the two toms went on for a little while before there was finally a pause between them for her to get a word in. Having their eyes on her, she twiched her ears and gave a soft purr of amusement, "Well... I really don't care either way... but uh... maybe it would be better if we split up? I mean, you two could go find some rabbits and Smoketalon and I could try for something else...? It would be better with fewer cats together though, don't you think? Our scent won't be as strong and there's less of a chance we'll scare away prey...."
She looked from one tom to the other, waiting for someone else to say something. She really didn't care who she went with, but it seemed Darksong and Caracalfang wanted to hunt rabbits so it was only logical that she and Smoketalon went off for some other type of prey, since Smoketalon had said he didn't really want to hunt rabbit....
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Post by caracalfang on Jan 15, 2009 16:57:49 GMT -5
*Trying to avoid any conflict that might arise, Caracalfang stood with a smile and said, * Too right, Foxheart. And with Leafbear on, any advantage would be welcome. Come on, Darksong. Lets catch up with that rabbit then. *He twitched his tail for the deputy to follow him and waited to make sure he followed.*
*Smoketalon suppressed a purr that Foxheart wanted to go with him. He smiled warmly and asked,* Alright then. Since they are going up hill, perhaps we should try downhill? We could look around the river down there for water voles and mice, and if that fails, we could go fishing.
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Post by sunpelt on Jan 15, 2009 20:28:31 GMT -5
Darksong's disappointment clearly showed on his face. Regaining his composure, the deputy straightened up and took on a more solemn, mature, and dutifull mood. "Whatever is best for the Clan, Foxheart. Perhaps we could meet up back here and all four of us walk back together? If that is alright with all of you...?" Darksong looked at each of the three, his eyes lingering on Foxheart for a moment longer than the others. What does she see in him? He quizzed himself. Hopefully I still have a fighting chance... "Well, if it's alright with you," Darksong said more to Foxheart than the other two, "we shall meet back here near sunset?" The white deputy stood, stretched his legs, and walked over to Caracalfang. He looked at Foxheart, waiting for her answer and silently hoping she would say yes. "Well, we're off then?"
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Post by caracalfang on Jan 15, 2009 23:23:54 GMT -5
*Smoketalon flicked his tail, seeing that the deputy was back in deputy attitude. He was a little annoyed that the cat insisted on meeting up just to walk the short distance to camp, but figured it could do no real harm.* Sure, sounds fine to me. We're going to need help bringing all the prey we catch back anyway, eh Foxheart? *The light grey tom grinned as he joked with the other cats.*
*Caracalfang laughed good naturedly at his son,* Oh you think so? Well, that'll be too bad when we catch more than you! C'mon Darksong! *And with that and a flick of his tail on Darksong's shoulder, Caracalfang raced up the hill toward the clearing.*
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Post by Fate Admin on Jan 17, 2009 12:46:08 GMT -5
Foxheart purred her amusement. It seemed they were having a small prey-catching contest between their two little groups. She flicked her tail, agreeing with Darksong that they should all meet up once more before turning toward the river instinctively. Looking over at Smoketalon, she mewed, "I don't know, Smoketalon, hunting isn't really my strong point...." Then she purred, laughing at herself, "I'll try my best, though." She had a sudden urge to run, feeling abit energetic, and tapped Smoketalon's flank with her tail, "I'll race you to the river!" She then took off, giving him no time to answer. Her good-natured laughter just might reach him on the breeze.
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Post by caracalfang on Jan 17, 2009 13:31:11 GMT -5
*Smoketalon was about to tell her that it was ok, because he was a pretty good hunter, and an awsome fisher, but didn't have time before she streaked off toward the river. He caught her laugh just barely and raced to try and catch up. He was pretty fast, but she had gotten a head start. He ran up behind her, laughing as well.* That...isn't fair...You got...a jump...on me...*He panted in a playfull manner as he eased up on her flank.*
*Caracalfang skid to a halt a short distance from the clearing, trying to keep any prey around unwary of their presence. He smiled as he waited for Darksong to catch up. The big brown tom was one of the fastest in the clan, and he had won his race, but the would hunt better, and maybe win the contest, as a team.*
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Post by sunpelt on Jan 18, 2009 14:03:23 GMT -5
Darksong followed Caracalfang into the woods. The deputy and Caracalfang stopped abruptly as Darksong sniffed the air. "I smell a rabbit already!" The white deputy mewed in a hushed voice. Crouching low to the ground, he began to stalk. Creeping up on the creature, Darksong twitched his tail and moved his ears forward. Crouching lower for extra spring, he lunged at the rabbit, landing on top of it and killing it with a bite on the back. "That's one for us, hopefully none for them!" He said in an amused voice to Caracalfang. Maybe if we catch more prey, Foxheart will like me more! The thought made Darksong extremely hopeful. "C'mon, let's search for more!"
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