Open PAFP Camp The self is not so weightless, nor whole and unbroken | Welcome home Rain

[Chrysalisgaze]

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Chrysalisgaze 𐀔 𓆣 𓆨 𖢥 𓆦 Remember the Pact of our Youth

The forest opened up into SkyClan's vast camp as Chrysalisgaze led the young Rain towards safety. She didn't even want to imagine what this she-cat must have gone through to end up alone, tired and terrified at their border, on the verge of kitting. That was a discussion for another day and for ears Rain deemed trustworthy enough. If that was going to be Chrysalisgaze, she would be glad, but if not, she would understand and respect that.
"I'm not going to overwhelm you by explaining everything." she assured the molly. Clan life was busy, the camp vast, surely too much for an exhausted newcomer. She flicked her tail towards the fresh-kill pile. "I will only show you the two most important things for you right now - that over there is where you can grab food. Grab only what you need, but don't be afraid to take more than others - you're eating for the little ones as well." Her gaze fell towards a den lined with the scents of herbs and care. "That den is where the medicine cat resides. She is our healer and she will be the one mainly taking care of you through the kitting process. But now, you need to rest."
Chrysalisgaze led Rain towards the nursery, making sure she didn't lose her footing. Inside, it was quieter, calmer, and Chrysalisgaze chirped a greeting to alert Starlingtrail of their arrival. She nuzzled her mate and quickly introduced Rain, explaining the situation. An empty nest was found and Rain was gently nudged to lay down on it. "Please, you may relax here. Welcome home, dear."

OOC: Wait for @Rain and @Starlingtrail to reply!​

 

[Rain Rain]

R A I N
​ what a shame we all became ​

Rain's head was spinning. Dragging her weary body through the woods was enough on its own, but she could hardly believe she'd agreed to join this group of wild cats. Sure, they seemed nice enough... She glanced at Chrysalisgaze who trotted along beside her. Something about her set Rain at ease. She couldn't explain why, but she trusted her. Teaselfeather, too, had joined them on their trip back toward the Skyclan camp. Her heart swelled at the thought of their inexplicable kindness. She would have to find a way to thank them - all of them. But first, all she could focus on was putting one paw in front of the other.

The intense catscent she'd been surrounded by intensified, bit by bit, until she knew they must be approaching the camp. There was the soft chatter of many cats, as well as the mingling of dozens of different scents. She tried to shake her head to clear it, but it didn't help. Chrysalisgaze assured her that she wouldn't overwhelm her with information, which Rain was grateful for, but she was already feeling extremely overwhelmed. She could feel curious gazes following her through the clearing, making her pelt prickle anxiously.

It's okay, I'm safe here,

she tried to remind herself.

She could only nod as the she-cat gave her a brief rundown about the prey pile and the healer's den. Her mouth watered at the idea of a nice meal, but Chrysalisgaze had already continued on towards the nursery. Ducking in, Rain inhaled deeply as a gently, milky scent washed over her. She let out a soft breath. The den was warm and quiet, with soft nests and a queen - Starlingtrail - and her kits. She could hardly believe that would be her - and soon. The thought almost knocked her from her paws. To think the little bodies inside of her would soon be tumbling kits... It felt impossible. Rain followed Chrysalisgaze's instruction and gently lowered herself into an empty nest. The bedding wasn't as fresh as that in Starlingtrail's, but she supposed that was to be expected for a group that were not expecting guests. A long sigh escaped her as she allowed her body to relax.

"Thank you,"

she murmured. Then, dipping her head to Starlingtrail, she smiled weakly.

"It's nice to meet you, thank you for letting me join you here."

such fragile

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broken things

• OOC: welcome home rain!!!!
• KEY:
  

  "speech"

  
  

  'thoughts'

  
  attempted action
  

  "other character's speech"

  
  
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  sleek grey she-cat with white paws, tailtip, face, and chin
  she/her
  loner
  15 moons
  pregnant!