Chapter 4
The tribe moved tirelessly among valleys, forests, mountains, rivers, and even twoleg roads. After days and days of searching….they have found their home….echo narrowed her eyes to see in the shimmering blinding sun light as she tried looking for something to hunt. As she sniffed around. She pricked her ears as she heard someone call out. “Over here!! Look!” echo shifted her eyes to see blaze, the golden tabby tom, he seemed to be looking at a…mountain? Echo padded over to where blaze was.
“What is it blaze?” echo asked with a slightly cold tone, lately echo has been on edge but…no one knows what about. “I um, found this…” blaze pointed his paw to a huge crack hidden behind the bush, echo arched an eyebrow as she looked at the crack, it seemed to be a passage…echo squeezed into the crack then once she bounced out, she was amazed by the sight.
It was a huge valley, surrounded by the mountain, there was just enough tree’s to give shade and there was many cracks in the mountain that could make dens, and to top it off there was a huge rock near a beautiful waterfall that shimmered like crystals, The territory was vast and rich with resources. There were plenty of prey animals such as rabbits, birds, and fish in the nearby river.
The trees provided shelter and the mountain cracks made perfect dens for the tribe. The waterfall provided a source of fresh water, sparkling like diamonds in the sunlight.
Echo felt a sense of relief wash over her as she looked out at the stunning landscape. This would be their new home, a place where they could thrive and grow as a tribe. Blaze purred in satisfaction as he looked around, his tail flicking with excitement.
"We've hit the jackpot, Echo," Blaze exclaimed, his eyes shining with joy. "This place has everything we could ever need."
Echo nodded in agreement, feeling a sense of hope and optimism for the first time in a long while. She turned to Blaze and smiled, a genuine smile that reached her eyes.
"We'll make this place our own," Echo said, determination in her voice. "We'll build our tribe here and ensure that we thrive in this beautiful valley."
As the tribe started coming in through the crack they were amazed by the sight of the new valley. “This is amazing!!” flame squealed as she ran around, some of the older cats chuckled at her antics, echo cracked a small smile then walked towards that big rock then sat down as she looked at her tribe of cats, she then yowled a meeting call. “All cats young and old, gather under the high rock of echoing stars as I speak!” At that every cat in the tribe walked over and sat down, listening to their leader, as usual hawk sat on the side of the rock with a soft smile as she listened to echo speak as well.
“We have traveled tirelessly and after moons of searching…we have found our safe haven!” echo yowled, her voice echoing with triumph. The cats mewed with excitement and relief, eager to hear more about their new home. Echo continued, her voice calm and authoritative, "It is a place of lush green meadows, abundant prey, and fresh flowing streams.
A place where we can finally settle down and build a new life for ourselves." The tribe began to purr with delight, imagining a future filled with peace and security. Hawk's eyes gleamed with pride, knowing that their long journey had finally come to an end. "Tomorrow at dawn, we will have a big feast in this new territory to commence our settlement" Echo announced.
The cats cheered in unison, their hearts filled with hope and anticipation. As the stars twinkled overhead, casting a soft light on their furry faces, “We have many caves here in the cracks of the mountain, which will act as dens for all of us. Hawk, you and the guards find a den for you all, moth you do the same with the prey hunters, snake, you as well with the warriors, and crow, you with the queens. And finally, the elders you will do the same.”
Everyone nodded then despaired into their groups and started setting up their
dens, echo walked around pride swelling in her chest as she watched everyone make their dens.
She had found a perfect spot to make for her den and so she went to go gather moss from outside of the valley, she walked towards the entrance of camp and squeezed out through the crack, she then walked for a few hours before she found the lake, she smiled as she immediately saw some moss laying still on a rock, she walked over and rolled the moss into a ball with her paw, and grabbed it in her jaws then she walked off, walking back to the new camp, she squeezed in through the crack entrance of camp then walked towards her den to make herself a nest, Echo settled into her new den, the moss soft and comfortable beneath her. She let out a contented sigh as she looked around at her new home.
Her tribe was bustling with activity, cats working together to build their new life in the valley. Echo felt a sense of pride and accomplishment as she watched them, knowing that they had finally found a place where they could truly belong.
As the sun began to set, Echo gathered the tribe under the high rock of echoing stars once again. She looked out at her cats, their faces illuminated by the fading light. She felt a deep sense of gratitude for each and every one of them, knowing that they had come together to make this new home possible.
"We have faced many challenges and hardships on our journey," Echo began, her voice strong and steady. "But now, we have found a place where we can thrive and grow. This valley will be our home, a place where we can live in harmony and peace."
The tribe let out a cheer of agreement, their voices echoing through the valley. Echo looked out at her tribe, her heart full of love and gratitude.
"We are a tribe, bound together by our strength and our loyalty to one another," Echo continued. "And together, we will build a future for ourselves here in this beautiful valley. Let us never forget the journey that brought us here and let us always remember the bond that unites us."
The tribe nodded in agreement, their eyes shining with determination. Echo knew that they were ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, knowing that they had each other to rely on.
As the stars began to twinkle in the night sky, Echo felt a sense of peace settle over
her. This valley was their new home, a place where they could finally belong. And she knew that together, they would conquer whatever obstacles came their way. As she leaped delicately off the rock, she was accompanied by her trusted chief guard and loyal friend, hawk that claws the sky, echo smiled softly as she looked at the snowy white, she-cat and her shimmering icy blue eyes.
“Hello hawk.” Echo smiled. “Good evening echo…off to your den?” hawk asked with bright blue eyes. Echo smiled as she brushed her tail under hawks chin leaving her in a slight daze.
“I was actually going to see how you were doing…darling” echo smirked slightly, hawk blushed at echo’s words and looked away bashfully. "I-I'm doing well, thank you," she stammered, her cheeks turning a deeper shade of pink. Echo chuckled softly and bumped her shoulder playfully.
"You're adorable when you blush, hawk," she teased, causing hawk to playfully swat at her. The two friends laughed and made their way to Echo's den, chatting and enjoying each other's company.
As they reached Echo's den, they settled down on the moss bedding, comfortable and content in each other's presence. Hawk looked at Echo with a soft smile, admiration shining in her eyes. "You're an amazing leader, Echo. I'm proud to serve by your side," she said sincerely, her voice filled with respect.
Echo felt a warmth in her chest at Hawk's words, grateful for her support and friendship. "And I'm grateful to have you by my side, hawk. You're not just my chief guard, you're my friend," Echo replied, her voice gentle and full of emotion.
The two friends sat in comfortable silence for a moment, enjoying the peace and tranquility of their new home. As the night settled around them, Echo felt a sense of contentment and calm wash over her. She knew that with her tribe by her side, she could face whatever challenges came their way.
And as she drifted off to sleep, she felt a sense of peace and belonging, knowing that she was finally home. The valley was their sanctuary, a place where they could thrive and grow together as a tribe. And with Hawk by her side, Echo knew that they would face the future with strength, unity, and unwavering loyalty.
Together, they would conquer whatever challenges came their way, their bond unbreakable and their spirits strong. And as the stars shone brightly in the night
sky, illuminating the valley with their gentle light, Echo and Hawk slept peacefully, knowing that they were truly home.