Paws ghosted over the water's surface, a reflection of a far-off moon rippling beneath the touch. Half-closed eyes watched as Bumblestar materialized, submerged in the warm depths of the starry lake.
It would be a sensation like no other, reminiscent of the warmth of sharing a nest with a loved one. Any pain or anxieties, gone - lost in the comforts of home.
But enjoying the Moonfall Lake was not the purpose of this dream; it was merely a boon to ease the leader into a restful sleep. What impact it truly had on her, Brokenstar did not know. It was rare mortals came here.
"All good leaders come to this point, but the best leaders do not let it keep them down." Brokenstar was aware of the little game Magpiewisp played, but he wasn't a chatterbox and neither of them had time to waste.
"You're being granted the life for strategy. A loss today only means a victory tomorrow. Conserve your strength, rebuild; and you will reap the rewards of success." Around her, the pool would glow: she would likely feel the water pulsating around her, reinvigorating her energy.
"Might want to kick the snails that came with you, they're of the dung variety."
The world around them would dissipate, leaving Bumblestar to her own devices.
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