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"Yep," she smiled. "I'm gonnga be heading off. I just... I wanted to say thank you, for your help. Before I left, you know."
"Sure! Thanks for your help!" Patch replied, licking a paw. "Um... so... uh, maybe do you think.." he stuttered not finishing his sentence.
"Yeah?" She curled her tail above her back.
"Do you think maybe I could... uh... join your clan?" He asked hopefully.
Specklefur was considerably surprised; her face said so. "Maybe," she said, "It's up to Sagestar, but she'll probably at least give you a chance. Leaf-bare's always tough around this time." She looked up at the sky, which was as gray as a squirrel's pelt. The cold wind promised a snowstorm in the not-too-distant future. "That might be a good thing, or a bad thing. But anyways, if you come with me they'll probably accept you easier."
Patch looked embarrassed. "It's okay. If you think it would be difficult, I'd rather stay here." he said. "Better than getting my pelt torn off." he muttered.
"No, it shouldn't be. Sagestar is kind."