Much like her siblings, Heatherkit was dying to see the outside world. Sure, the nursery was lovely, and she felt so safe and warm with her mother nearby, but out There was where the excitement happened. Out there was where apprentices trained to be warriors, warriors hunted and fought valiant battles, their leader was always present, and, most importantly, it was where they didn't have to obey every word from the queens.
The other kits stumbled about, quivering with excitement in the entryway of the nursery. Heatherkit trailed behind, stretching to see around them, but unable to due to her small size. However, they were soon allowed out, and she rushed after them, trying not to trip over her paws in her eagerness. At long last, the outside of the nursery...