A Planted Bug | Chapter 4

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Chapter 4: {Flashpaw} Scroll down to read. I may remake these later so they're like Chapter 2, but I don't have the time right now. I really like this chapter. First: https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/496765211/ Previous: https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/498994334/ Next: https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/517440400/ Flashpaw walks to the border with Whorlspots and Roseheart. When they arrive, he looks around and lights up with excitement as he spots a small blue-grey she-cat. He turns to Whorlspots and tips his head towards the cat. He nods in acknowledgment and Flashpaw calls out to the young cat. “Basil! We’re here!” Basil snaps her head up and visibly relaxes as she sees the familiar face. He can’t help but smile at this. Flashpaw walks over to her and introduces her to his clanmates. He points first at the brown spotted tom and tells her, “This is Whorlspots. He’s the deputy.” Flashpaw glances back at Basil, who looks a bit uncertain, so he adds, “That means he’s second-in-command of HiddenClan. And this—“ he turns to point at the pretty calico, “Is Roseheart. She doesn’t have a special role like Whorlspots, but she’s still really nice.” Roseheart smiles at Basil, “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Basil.” Basil returns the smile gratefully, “Same to you.” She turns to Whorlspots, who has been studying her quietly, and dips her head politely, “It’s nice meeting you as well.” He nods with a small smile. “Thank you.” Whorlspots stands back up and turns around. He gestures for them to return to camp, so Roseheart and Flashpaw get up to walk as well. Basil copies them and joins as they walk deeper into the forest. Basil turns to Flashpaw while they walk and asks, “How far are we from the camp?” “Not very.” She stares at him suspiciously, “Not very, as in “it’s a easy 5-minute walk”, or not very, as in “it’s a difficult 5-hour hike and I’m just used to it because I’m a big strong manly man”? Because just to remind you, I am not a big strong manly man, and would greatly prefer the nice short trot.” Flashpaw grins and mischievously comments, “I AM a big strong manly man. I’m glad you noticed.” Basil sticks her tongue out at him. Roseheart glances back at them with a glimmer of amusement in her eyes. “It won’t take too long. Don’t worry.” Basil smiles, “That’s good. I’m not a bad walker, but I just—” She cuts off abruptly as a small fluttering object falls onto her head. She gently bats it off her head and stares at it oddly. Basil blinks at her companions with obvious confusion, “What is this thing?” Flashpaw comes over to look and when he sees what she’s talking about, he lets out a laugh and answers, “That’s just a whirligig!” Basil looks uncomprehensive, so Roseheart chimes in, “It’s a samara. The seed from a Maple tree. They flitter down from the tree that grew them, and if they land in the right spot, they’ll eventually grow into a brand-new tree.” Basil’s eyes glitter with joy, “That’s awesome!” Whorlspots smiles and quietly adds, “There’s lots of names for them, but I personally think whirlybird is my favorite. Probably because it’s sounds a bit like my name.” She grins, “I’m totally calling you Whirlybird from now on.” He chuckles pleasantly, “Fine by me. We can go now if you’d like.” Basil begins to walk, but then stops, digs a small hole, and gently buries the seed inside. Roseheart winks proudly at her as they all continue on. After a short time, the group reaches the camp entrance. Basil suddenly stops, so Flashpaw pauses and turns to her curiously, “Is something wrong?” “No, I just need a moment. Sorry.” He nods, and Roseheart adds assuringly, “We won’t leave you behind. Take all the time you need.” Basil nods gratefully, and Flashpaw watches patiently as she takes a few deep breath. She holds herself up confidently and enters the camp with Flashpaw and her two other escorts beside her. Flashpaw watches for Basil’s reaction excitedly, and purrs inwardly as her face lights up with interest and curiosity. Flashpaw turns to see a tortoiseshell she-cat walking towards them. He nudges Basil with a grin, “That’s my mother. She’s pretty cool.” When she reaches the group, she sits down and greets her. “You must be Basil. It’s a pleasure to meet you. My name is Quiverstar, and I am the leader of HiddenClan.”