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[color=662d91][center]Oakclan
Gathering
Interacting with: Spidernose [@TheElvenqueen][/center][/color]


	Frowning at Spidernose’s inquiries, Maplefoot flicked her tail wondering how much to reveal. The news of Willowhisker’s fate would spread no matter how tightlipped the Oakclan cats remained. Some had probably already guessed, and were waiting for her to confirm their suspicions. The she-cat rolled her shoulders back. There was no reason to be ashamed of her new position, Maplefoot took the responsibility in stride, stepping into the paw prints and legacy of a great deputy.

	[color=662d91]“Sadly, Willowhisker perished in a hunting accident joining the ranks of Starclan only two nights back. I was to reveal the news later tonight for all to hear.” [/color] The latter was a lie, but a little white lie never hurt any cat. Maplefoot had only just decided to tell anyone about Willowhisker, and only because she was directly asked. 
	[color=662d91]“She was a great warrior, and a great mentor. She will be well missed in Oakclan. We’ve suffered no greater loss these moons then her passing. And at our loss and Starclan's gain.”[/color] Maplefoot dipped her head in genuine remorse, remembering her days under Willowhisker’s tutorage as an apprentice. Easy and happy times. Raising her head Maplefoot continued, pride rising in her voice. [color=662d91]“In her place I have been named deputy of Oakclan. Oakstar saw me fit to take his place when the time comes, and as my first task I led our cats here to the gathering. I am ready, and proud to serve my clan, and honored to be chosen.” [/color]The last bit perhaps wasn’t necessary, and maybe a little boastful, but Maplefoot felt all the better for saying it.