Rouge

Rouge sat on the border of Ocean Star's territory. It was early in the morning so the morning patrol would be here soon. The birds were chirping away as the breeze ruffled his mane. It was hot today she Rouge sought shelter in some shade. It had been days in the hot desert and he he no food, water, or shelter. Surviving alone was so difficult and he couldnt keep on going like this. Stsrving or being hprribly thirdty, perhaps even both, everyday. This was no life so he had to try.

Rustling in bushes caught his attention so he turned to face whatever was there.

Suddenly, 3 lionesses charge out from the bushes and tackle him, all snarling threateningly. The lead lioness pinned him down with one paw on his head. " I'm not a threat!" he exclaimed "I'm here to make a deal with Ocean Star!" One of the lioness sneered closer. "We don't allow rouges in, Rouge."

Just then, another lion -a bigger lion - approached. It was Ocean Star coming to see what the commotion was. "Why are you here, lost lion?" He wasn't as defensive as his lions, though he was as suspicious of him. "I-uh-I wanted...to.." The lead patrol dug her claws in his head. "Speak," she hissed. Ocean flicked his tail towards her and she got off at once, calmer now. Rouge sat up hesitantly, but he renewed his confidence. He stood up tall and confident. "I ask that I may stay here along the outerskirts of your territory. In return, I will fight any and all trespassers that try their luck." Ocean Star stared long and hard at Rouge until he turned away. "Fine, but your catching your own prey. Your to stay away from my pride, rouge." This was a start! Rouge had food and shelter again and so much thanks to this merciful pride leader!