I don't know who was the JetraClan cat, but if they go back to tell their Clan what they heard, our whole strategy could be pointless.

Moonstone (I don't know how) found out when is the next Gathering. If we attend, we could say that we don't intend harm, but show them there's a new Clan in town and not some weird rebellion or whatever.

Hopefully nothing bad will happen...

Hopefully.
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As our Clan walks in to the Gathering, there's a mix of whispers and gasps. One cat exclaims "Duskspirit!" before being shushed by her friend.

Shadowstar and Brindlestar look at us with curiosity and anger. But then I shoot them a look that says Cool your jets.

I see a rock.

Was that there before?

Anyway, I jump on it.

"You have some nerve, Duskspirit and Flamewish." Lightningstar grins at us with intrigue.

"Says the leader who killed JetraClan's deputy." I glare.

She shuts up out of more shock than embarassment. I just spoke up to a leader. But they don't know that's perfectly in my rights now.

"I wish to simply say a small note. Since the little... "incident"... that happened before..." I try to sound like a leader but I cannot, I repeat cannot speak in public. "Some new developments have arised. The new Clan, HarpvorClan, request that no hostility be given from or towards us. I am now Duskstar, and our deputy is my brother Flamewish. Who, by the way, isn't the mastermind behind what happened to Falconstar!" I announce.

Emeraldshade, who is in LukesseClan, gives me a look that says I'm doing well.

"A group of true rogues blackmailed him into doing it. They said if he refused they would take out me and his Clanmates. However, he managed to stand up to them, one of the bravest things a Warrior could do." my eyes sweep among the crowd, who mutter among themselves and are curious for what more I have to say.

"But he still killed Falconstar and went behind my back to do it!" Brindlestar objects.

Flamewish whispers something in my ear.

"Brindlestar, does the name Lilyriver ring a bell to you?" I ask.

Brindlestar looks shocked.

"She... she's behind this?! We casted her and her friends out ages ago!" the PexelClan leader gasps.

"I know. However, only four of her friends forced Flamewish. Lilyriver and her twin Lilacsky from MagnugaardClan died and somehow didn't return." I explain.

Then four names are whispered among the crowd.

Adderleg.

Badgercloud.

Twilightheart.

And Echoshine.

I grin, knowing I have won the debate.

"Duskspirit, you may be right about Flamewish. But what's this about a new Clan? That's silly. Just because PetroliviaClan came doesn't mean you can use a new Clan as a way to earn respect." Lightningstar objects.

I frown.

"It's not an excuse. StarClan made me leader of HarpvorClan. And I show no hostility towards anyone. If you could do the same, we could be allies. Well, those who have good intentions." I shoot a look at Lightningstar.

Sweetstar from PetroliviaClan looks slightly offended at the idea that her situation could be made an excuse, but she stays quiet.

I suddenly look at the leaders of all the Clans, including the new AxliviaClan leader.

"The four rogues were planning the assination and domination of the Clans they came from. I am warning you about them and requesting friendship between Clans. HarpvorClan doesn't intervene with anybody here." I have to keep TrivorClan a secret.
"But Duskspirit..." Shadowstar begins.

"She's Duskstar now." Snowdrop reminds, cutting him off.

"Duskstar, even if StarClan did make you a leader, how can I be sure?" Shadowstar looks at me with almost a pleading look.

"Because Shadowstar, wasn't I one of your most trustworthy Warriors back in JetraClan? And Toaststar with LukesseClan, etc?" I ask him for a bit of support.

He sighs. Then he whispers to Brindlestar.

"Fine. We trust you for now. But if there's any sign of otherwise, we won't be so friendly." she decides.

Phew.

But then I remember something else.

"Also, these rogues are merciless. They took out Mistblossom, who was still a newbie. And they attempted to kill me and Flamewish. So be careful and watch your territory. I wish everyone luck in the future. Thank you." I smile gratefully.

I have successfully assured the Clans I am peaceful.

I am proud of my Clan.

I wonder if we'll be getting more members soon?

I hear a few cats mutter excitedly about Harpvor, and I remember that it has become a popular ship since episode 7 and 8.

But then I remember the JetraClan intruder.

As everyone hops off their rocks to either wake up or go to their Clans, I catch Shadowstar last minute.

"I saw one of your warriors on our territory. If you know who it might be, tell them I am a friend. They probably heard our battle strategy for the rogues and could have thought it was for you. Tell them don't worry." I plead.

"Sure." Shadowstar smiles, then disappears.

Then I see the sun about to come up. I'll be waking soon.

I wonder who will handle my Clan while I'm gone?

I'll have to see.

But for now, the future looks bright for HarpvorClan!