MAGICAL DREAMING (p-willowlight)

[Sageleaf]

Willowleaf only! This has been given permission.

Sageleaf had been watching her own vigil above the forest, and felt a pang of guilt as she watched over Willowlight-her best friend and former apprentice. Though they hadn't known each other for two long, they'd grown close, and Sageleaf couldn't stand to see the dear cat this way. With a deep breath, she waited until Willowlight fell asleep, then fled into his dream. She made a beautiful garden with Sage and flowers and waited for Willowshade to appear.

[Willowleaf]

Willowlight's leaf-colored eyes blinked open, confused when they were met with gentle sunlight. A pleasantly familiar scent washed over him, coaxing him onto his paws. When his eyes finally adjusted to the new lighting he found himself frozen to the spot-- amazed by the sight in front of him. This defiantly wasn't the warrior-filled den he had fallen asleep in.
Willowlight was broken from his trance when he spotted a familiar ginger pelt, and his eyes stretched wide as he looked at the she-cat in disbelief, "Sageleaf?"

[Sageleaf]

Sageleaf laughed, a smile stretching across her mouth. She couldn't help running up to Willowlight and nuzzling his shoulder. "Yes, Willowlight, it is me." she was surprised how much her voice sounded like her own--strong and defiant, before the battle and sickness that had struck TreeClan. "It's so good to see you!"

[Willowleaf]

Willowlight melted into the she-cat's touch, nuzzling her back as joyful tears brimmed in the corners of his eyes while he purred loudly. "I've missed you so much," he said, his initial shock and excitement of seeing his best friend had now dulled down to the point where he realized how impossible it was for her to be here. "But, how-" again his mind began to clear, and he deduced he must be dreaming-- however much he didn't want to believe it. Sighing sadly, he rested his head against his former mentor's shoulder, "I'm dreaming aren't I?" he whispered.

[Sageleaf]

Sageleaf smiled sadly.  "Yes, I'm sorry to say it is." she said.  Then, realizing that being negative probably wouldn't help Willowlight enjoy the time that they had in the dream, she put her muzzle under Willowlight's and brought it up, looking him in the eyes.  She could see so many emotions, joy to see her, sadness as he realized this was a dream, and the shock of the whole situation.  "Please, I didn't come here to talk about such negative things.  The point is, I'm here now.  So we can be happy, right?" she asked, mentally grimacing at how not smooth that sentence had sounded.  

[Willowleaf]

Willowlight nodded, "Right!" he cheered, mossy green eyes brightening. "Oh! I'm a warrior now! Isn't awesome! Hey, did you get to see my warrior ceremony? I mean, I don't know how things in CloudClan work 'n all, but I just thought you might 'cause you know my warrior name and all," the pale tabby said, flashing a toothy smile.

[Sageleaf]

Sageleaf'so whiskers twitched in amusement. "Yep, I did! I'm so proud of you!" She said with a big smile.

(Might be inactive for the next couple of days, but I'll reply when I can.)

[Willowleaf]

Willowlight smiled as he purred happily, "Oh, and I also have an apprentice now too. His name is Thistlepaw!" the pale tabby said excitedly, "we haven't started training yet, but I'm sure it'll be awesome," he stated. He's so adorable, was I that small once? he thought, tipping his head to the side.

[Sageleaf]

Sageleaf smiled at her former apprentice. "Thistlepaw, nice cat. i think I met him once as a kit." she said, trying to remember her previous aquantances. "I'm so proud of you! I'm sure you'll be a great mentor."

[Willowleaf]

"I hope I will!" the tabby said with a purr. It'll be great having an apprentice-- like a real warrior! Though I guess I am a really warrior now, huh, he though to himself with a small smile. A small questioned bubbled in the young warriors mind, and hesitantly he asked it. "So, um... I was wondering if you could tell me what its like being- well, you know....dead..," he asked, hoping he didn't offend his friend in any way. He was just curious as too what being a CloudClan cat felt like.

[Sageleaf]

Sageleaf laughed, surprised by Willowlight's question. She wasn't offended or anything, it was just an odd question to ask, not that she minded answering it. "It's fun, though it does get kind of boring. I can watch anybody, any time I want (wow that sounds stalker-ish) but other than that, there really isn't much to do than hunt and talk with other cats of CloudClan." she sighed, taking a deep breath. "But I have to admit, I love being able to visit dreams." she said, flashing her former apprentice a mischievous smile.

[Willowleaf]

"Sounds cool," Willowlight said with a nod. It was comforting to know that death wasn't as bad as it might be made out to be,  "though, I think I'd like to stay alive while I can-- not that I don't like seeing you," the pale grey tabby said, looking over at Sageleaf with wide green eyes and a smile as he kneaded the soft dirt childishly with his sheathed paws, enjoying the almost fluffy texture.

[Sageleaf]

Sageleaf laughed at this comment. "As would I. I miss you, but you need to stay with your Clan for as long as you can." She paused fora moment and sighed. "I miss being alive. I want you to know though...I'm really proud of you, Willowlight. You have my blessing in whatever you do. Don't forget that, alright?" I asked, tearing up a little from my fictional tear ducts.

[Sageleaf]

Willowleaf: I really want to continue this thread....should I bump it or something?