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    —— Bluefrost's homecoming had not been the one she expected. If she were being honest, though, she wasn't too sure what she was expecting to begin with. Of course her Clanmates would be upset about her living in BloodClan for a time, even if she hadn't shared any of their secrets and had really only converted with Blahkenmuro and her son. However, there were whispers that she was a traitor. Maybe she was. Perhaps in trying to become less and less like Larkthroat, she had only grown to become like him instead. After all, his trauma had started this downward spiral of her person since that first night she had spent in his den as a kit.


    The she-cat sighed as she settled down near the warrior's den. She had just made her nest though was reluctant to spend her time there. She'd liked living in the medicine den. It smelled of herbs. It was dark, quiet, and she was its only inhabitant until she'd been joined by Sirentide and Chamomilepaw, both of whom were gone now. It was now being occupied by Chasingcomets and Rootlegs, and she had no place there any longer. She had always been conflicted about her life as a medicine cat, also favoring the title of 'warrior'. Perhaps it was by StarClan's doing that she ended right back on that path. Maybe they had wanted her to be a warrior all along.


    Sighing, the she-cat laid her head on her paws and wondered if she'd get to speak to Beepaw or Fawnpaw. After all, they appeared to be the only children she had left out of the seven she had given birth to. She wanted to keep them as close as possible. In fact, with her mother gone and Ashfolly hardly showing her face, Bluefrost had no one, except maybe Ravensong, but she wasn't sure where she stood with the queen who had voluntarily raised her kits.


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    「 tonight i'm gonna love you — like there's no tomorrow 」


    Judging someone for their past, especially actions that were considered mistakes was not something that Kestrelsong made a habit of doing. The considerate queen was always quick to forgive and give multiple chances. Whether that was seen as a good or bad thing around the Clan ... she didn't care. When Bluefrost returned, the molly seemed readily apologetic and understanding that her actions - betraying RiverClan for BloodClan - was a mistake. So, Kessy was prepared to welcome the blue she-cat back with open arms. Although they didn't know each other well, the golden and white girl thought that the older feline would appreciate a friendly face right now.


    Her dainty white paws carried her over to Bluefrost and she stopped only a few feet away from the resting ex-medicine cat. "Hello Bluefrost! Welcome home," Kes purred in greeting. "I'm Kestrelsong - I don't believe we've had the pleasure of speaking before." The small mother had grown up in RiverClan but was far less social and timid than she was now so she had never really approached anyone new. Now, it was like any conversation with someone she didn't know was a magnet for her.


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    —— A cheery voice brought the warrior out of her melancholy reverie. Bright blue eyes searched the crowd and she found herself gazing upon an unfamiliar face within the Clan. Kestrelsong was a warrior around the same age as herself, perhaps a little older. They had not spoken much. Bluefrost had been to wrapped up in her own self-made drama involving becoming a medicine cat early, getting Larkthroat exiled, and giving birth to the kits of BloodClan's former leader. However, it was refreshing to find that at least someone was going to greet her in a welcoming manner. Despite herself, Bluefrost adopted a cheerful look, one that had not been seen upon her face in moons.


    "It's nice to officially meet you," she said with a shrug of her shoulders. Studying Kestrelsong closely, Bluefrost couldn't help but be reminded of Ashfolly. Both she-cats possessed a cheery nature, a willingness to forgive her no matter what, and even the same color of fur. She couldn't help but feel a pang of sadness. Ryecatcher had told her that her friend was alive, but Bluefrost had yet to see her. "So... how have things been while I was away?" she started a bit awkwardly. She had never been one to initiate conversations or make new friends.


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    When the blue warrior's expression visibly lifted, Kestrelsong's smile grew even wider. It was nice to talk to someone that actually seemed interested in talking to her. There were so many in RiverClan that were constantly grumpy and found Kessy's happiness to be annoying. That was something she wasn't quite able to wrap her mind around but she tried her best to just ignore it and be polite to everyone regardless of their opinion of her. It was highly refreshing and comfortable talking to Bluefrost ... almost like they were old friends.


    "Ah it's nice to meet you too, dear!" The golden and white tabby settled into a seat near the other molly and thought about how to answer her question. She had been caught up with a lot since she had left and Kes had tried to ignore a lot of the problems and drama that happened. "It's been ... busy. The BloodClan raid really did a number on us. And with Doestar passing away shortly after ... the Clan was hurt for a long time..." The queen trailed off, losing herself in the thought of Chase's tears following his mother's death.


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    —— The warrior's expression visibly darkened when Kestrelsong brought up her mother's passing. She nodded solemnly, guilt shrouding her face. Had she known Doestar would die so soon, she would have never left. Her mother had been there for her in her weakest moments. If it wasn't for her, Bluefrost would not even be alive, and yet she had abandoned Doestar and her Clan. She was a horrible creature to turn away from her family like that.


    "Ryecatcher told me of Doestar's death. Well, I haven't exactly heard much of how it happened, just that she's gone," the she-cat said, tightening her jaw to prevent herself from showing too much emotion. "I didn't even get to tell her goodbye..."


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