[The Shadow Flower]

Originally Posted by hal

Chestnut giggled as Branch recoiled at the flavor of the reed, but the sounds they made weren't the only near the pond. Softly, voices drifted through the air. She pricked her ears as they grew louder, orange eyes widening.

When Branch fluffed up and got closer to her and Blossom, Chestnut's fear seemed to shrink; the cinnamon kit puffed out her chest and rooted her paws. Whatever's out there, I'm ready!

StonePaw would smile at the little balls of fluff.
aaw! Hi little kits! What are you doing here all alone?