QUOTE : if a fox attacks her? She’s only learned basic battle moves. She may have been gone all night. I should have kept a closer eye on her. I knew she was upset after our journey.” “It’s not your fault.” Alderpaw tried to press back the guilt welling in his own chest. He shared a den with Twigpaw. He should have been more alert. He should have noticed her leave. He shook out his pelt. “Worrying won’t find her.” He headed out of the den. “Does Squirrelflight know she’s missing? We should tell her before she’s finished organizing the patrols. Someone needs to look for Twigpaw.” Bramblestar was on the Highledge. Below him, ThunderClan warriors milled around Squirrelflight. Brackenfur, Whitewing, and Cinderheart were already padding toward the entrance, clearly heading out on patrol. “There’s a mouse nest near the birch trees.” Whitewing’s eyes shone eagerly. “Let’s stalk squirrels first,” Cinderheart suggested. “They’ll still be sleepy and slow.” Rosepetal trotted toward Alderpaw. “Is Larkpaw awake?” “Not yet.” Alderpaw didn’t stop. “Apprentices!” Rosepetal huffed. “They’re always the last ones up.