lineart by @coloringcontests2025, coloring by me “Are you sure about this, Strongpetal?” the newly anointed warrior meowed, claws tensely gripping the moss beneath his paws. “Of course!” Strongpetal laughed, nudging her former apprentice playfully. “You were named Sagebite for your powerful attitude, you just have to believe in that choice.” “But I’ve only ever really talked to you and Frogpaw. The other kits always thought I was too intense.” “Bah!” The tabby flashed a toothy grin. “You didn’t spend all of those moons under my tutelage for nothing. But if you can’t even socialize with your peers without running with your tail between your legs, it looks like my job isn’t done yet.” She threw her paws around Sagebite’s shoulders, shaking him back and forth gently as he stared down at where the rest of the clan milled about. Strongpetal batted his ear lightly, breaking his tense concentration. Sagebite blinked indignantly. “What are you-“ “C’mon, this is important! Spring of youth and all that!” Strongpetal smiled, eyes brimming with determination. “Kid, I’m going to help you become popular.”
