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"You're probably wondering how you ended up with an apprentice. I'd love to say that the fates aligned for this to happen, but that would be false. I've heard things about you, good things. I think we would make a good team."
These were awfully bold things for an apprentice to say on their first interaction with their mentor. However, Spiralpaw didn't mind being bold, at least not when that boldness was a part of her plan. For once, she hadn't been lying; she truly did think that the rumors suggested they had similar interests. Of course, Squirrelpaw had been abjectly horrified when Spiralpaw started asking around about how to request a mentor. Her sister was such a square, and had reminded her almost every time that she saw her that this could be a very bad idea. Spiralpaw never quite responded much to that, only flashed her sister a sinister smile. After all, she knew her sister would never get in the way of what she wanted, and she wanted Dovegarden. Dovegarden was the only one she had faith would understand her and her ... particular personality traits.
Dovegarden stood uncomfortably, staring at the little apprentice in front of her. She had been avoiding meeting her new apprentice since she had been named a mentor, but it appeared that the she-cat had found her anyway. Spiralpaw was correct that Dovegarden had been stunned to hear she was mentoring. The she-cat had always kept to herself, knowing that her peculiarities were something she needed to keep as quiet as possible. However, the apprentice was incorrect that the two would make a good team. Dovegarden worked alone, and she did that for a good reason. This she-cat was going to get in her way - she just knew it. Regardless, if her leader assigned her an apprentice, she was going to have to keep up appearances and teach the brat.
Instead of saying any of this, Dovegarden began pacing around Spiralpaw, getting a good look at her. The white she-cat noticed her size first. She was much smaller than Dovegarden. Next were here eyes, ringed with smudges. It was eerie, and Dovegarden was reminded of a creature she had once accidentally encountered sleeping in a log as an apprentice. Dovegarden stopped circling the apprentice. "And what, pray tell, have you heard about me, little one?"
She blinked her amber eyes, a smile creeping on her face. She could tell that Dovegarden seemed at least mostly uninterested in dealing with her, and that made their interactions even more interesting t the little cat. She found herself into a seated position, her tail wrapping around her limbs delicately. She looked barely the size of a five month old, and unfortunately for her, she would never get much bigger. Where her sister, Squirrelpaw, would end up a ... normal size, the universe had alotted that she would always be a tiny terror.
"I can't give you all of my secrets so soon, just as I don't expect you to be able to train me in one day," she meowed with her head tipped ever so slightly to the side. Her gaze was locked on the other, analyzing her every movement, collecting as much information about her as possible. "Suffice to say, I have heard rumors that you have a penchant for ... alternative medicines." Her gaze flashed; she had not yet become adept at hiding the darkness that lurked just behind closed doors. Spiralpaw smiled. "We have similar research interests, and that's why I am so excited to work under you."
she absolutely does not sound like an apprentice would but thats ok everythings fine
The garden keeper was taken aback, but she kept her expression schooled into disinterest. If her reputation was beginning to point to the truth, she would have to take pains to ensure the others didn't notice anything wrong. Did that mean she needed to go play nice with some kits or something? The idea seemed awful, and Dovegarden pushed it from her mind, choosing to focus on Spiralpaw instead.
"You seem to have many secrets, small one." The she-cat had stopped pacing by now and was seated a short distance away from her new apprentice. "I believe we are both entitled to them. But if you want me to train you better than the other garden keepers would and teach you all that I know, you must be willing to open your mind and share things. I am a firm believer in ... experimentation. And for that, one must be willing to push their mind to its limits. We must both be willing to trade our ideas back and forth. I'm not sure if you can be the apprentice for that." Dovegarden found herself holding her breath. She had been alone in her pursuits for a long time now and she didn't dare hope for someone to share her ideas with. Cats like her deserved to be alone.
_ ooc; lol i love spiral, she's such a little weirdo
ooc: sorry ! i had a lil bit of an away from the site period for personal matters, but i should be back now c: also thank u she's a doll i love her
Spiralpaw liked watching the older cat react to her. It was interesting, in the same way that watching an ant drowning was interesting. She could only assume that her up-front nature led to discomfort for the older cat, but time was of the essence and she didn't have time to wait. After all, training had to start now if she was ever going to be able to use the skills that Dovegarden was to teach her.
Her whiskers twithced slightly when she called her small one. She didn't necessarily mind the nickname; after all, it was true. She looked barely big enough to be anything more than a kitten. Still she noticed it, noticed the way that it was said. "We all have secrets, don't we?" She mewed in agreement, shifting her weight. Spiralpaw had all sorts of secrets, and she was hoping that Dovegarden could teach her more.
She then let the feline continue, her face growing darker and darker as it became clear that the feline doubted her capacity. She fought the urge to frown, but it was clear in her eyes that this made her upset, angry. This was not the time, though, and she fought to keep control over her impulse to lash out at her. Dovegarden is your only chance; remember that.
"What leads you to that conclusion? Am I really that bad at first impressions?" She let out a soft chuckle, before re-focusing. "How can I convince you that training me in all you know is worth your time?"
The response pleased her. Dovegarden liked that Spiralpaw was so desperate to learn, and as long as the garden keeper only slowly introduced the apprentice to her methods, things would probably go okay. And honestly if Spiralpaw wanted to back out, the she-cat could just well ... kill her. Nodding slowly, Dovegarden replied, "Your first impression would have alarmed any other mentor. I believe we might be the perfect pairing. I just needed to be sure that you were the best fit for me. Now I am." The white she-cat began her circling again, and after a full circle was made, she leaned in close to Spiralpaw's ear, whispering, "And you can't convince me that you're worth my time. I decide whether you are or you aren't, and I am deciding that you are. So make me proud, Spiralpaw."
Dovegarden leaned back again and allowed her mouth to twitch up into a half-smile. Yes, this was going to be fun after all. _ ooc; no worries at all obv! I hope everything is better now c:
"Good thing I wasn't interacting with another mentor," she meowed with a slight smile. Her goal had been accomplished, and she could tell by the way that Dovegarden responded. Her eyes lit up and she shifted her weight slightly, an eagerness dancing in her paws. Squirrelpaw had told her this wouldn't be possible, that she needed to stay as far gone from her mentor as possible. Squirrelpaw had warned her about the dangers, and Spiralpaw took them in stride. After all, her life had been pretty... boring up to this point, and she was ready to rectify that.
A chill ran up her spine as her mentor whispered in her ear. It wasn't an afraid chill, but rather one of deep intrigue. Would she end up dead by the end of this? It was a possibility. Did she care? Not even nominally. "I will do my best," she murmured through a sly smile, her head tilted to the side slightly.
"Now that we have settled that matter, when shall we begin?"
ooc: thank you! it is, now that i'm finally moved again c:
Dovegarden thought about it. What could she even start with? While she didn't want to freak out her apprentice too early, the garden-keeper was suddenly nervous at the thought of losing her. The feeling felt stupid, but it still nagged at her. Something told her that if she showed Spiralpaw something boring, she would lose whatever had just sparked between them. "We can begin right away," she said, eyes roving around the camp for inspiration. They fell on the fresh kill pile, and she remembered her mouse. Yes, that would be a perfect beginning. She headed toward the gardens, expecting Spiralpaw to follow. "Come along."
