The Secret in The Night

Softwood heard the crows caw but she saw nothing. Her eyes had seen Fangstar. And she was in love. She watched as his walked by her, his muscular back visible. She almost fainted when he turned toward her and flashed a rare smile. He was a handsome tabby and had no mate. And word had spread that he was looking for one. All the female clan members were in love with him. But only one would be picked.

"Softwood, do you have a mate?" Fangstar asked, startling Softwood. Softwood stared at him for a full minute and then said, "No, sir..but I would like to be yours." Softwood blushed, realizing she has said it out loud. Fangstar flashed another smile and said, turning away, "Your wish might be granted. "

Softwood was in her own world when a female cat came along. Her name was Leafpop. "Hey....what's up with you? " Softwood shook her head and noticed Leafpop for the first time. "Sorry, um...I have to go." Softwood hurried off and almost collided with Fangstar.

"Careful, Softwood. You could get hurt," Fangstar said. Softwood blushed and nodded. "Yes...' um...I need to go." Softwood hurried off, blushing all the while. Fangstar watched as she bumped in other clan members. He laughed softly and padded off.

To be continued-