Chapter Eighteen

Climbing the mountains was just as difficult as Birdpaw anticipated.

The harsh climate hadn't helped matters when the Clan began moving upwards. Birdpaw had to stay between two cats to keep herself protected from the strong winds that would sometimes pick up. The worst and most terrifying aspect was the biting cold that sometimes gripped the Clan. Between that and the snow, Birdpaw was beginning to wonder if they would ever make it to the top.

Emberstar continued leading the Clan forward, despite the overwhelming fear felt by most of his Clanmates. Birdpaw knew that if they stayed in the mountains any longer, their lives would be in danger. As much as she hated to admit it, she understood why he wanted to get away sooner rather than later.

"I still don't understand why we're wasting our time with this journey in the first place," Ebonypaw complained as she trailed behind her mentor.

Birdpaw nearly rolled her eyes at the older apprentice's complaint, especially when she saw Hollowstorm