100 OneShot Book/Just Say It

*This article contains **spoilers**. Please proceed at your own discretion.*
**Just Say It** is a oneshot within the publication of the *100 OneShot Book*. It features Dapplefern.

## Detailed plot summary

Amidst the chaotic battle, Dapplefern navigates the frenzy with an eerie sense of invincibility. Born and raised in the once-pristine forest now marred by blood and conflict, Dapplefern feels a deep resentment toward the outsiders who disrupted the tranquility. However, her own Clan's decline had begun long before the newcomers arrived, and she harbors a profound grudge against those who scorned her, particularly her brother, Sandpelt.
Unbeknownst to her Clanmates, Dapplefern has been secretly feeding information to the enemy, aiming to settle scores and unleash her wrath upon those who abandoned her. The golden tom, Lion, leader of the opposing Clan, becomes a pawn in her vendetta, and her brother, Sandpelt, is marked for a swift and merciless end. Betrayal and rejection have fueled Dapplefern's thirst for revenge, overshadowing any sense of loyalty she might have once had.
In the midst of the tumultuous battle, Dapplefern encounters a figure from her past, Blazingfoot. Their history is intertwined with shared memories of playfulness and camaraderie, but now, he accuses her of betrayal. The confrontation erupts into a violent struggle, a clash of past friendships shattered by present animosity. Dapplefern, momentarily lost in the memories of a happier time, unleashes her fury upon Blazingfoot, leaving him battered and defeated.
However, as Dapplefern resumes her relentless march through the battleground, her true mission comes to the forefront. She aims to reach the Peak, where the medicine cats and queens seek refuge, including a particular queen she targets. Dapplefern's past grievances, shattered dreams, and festering envy drive her to confront Rosedapple, a former friend turned rival.
The narrative delves into Dapplefern's memories of a shared past with Rosedapple, where innocence and friendship once thrived. However, those bonds shattered when Rosedapple became the object of Dapplefern's obsession and jealousy. Rosedapple, now carrying Lightstar's kits, symbolizes everything Dapplefern desires but cannot have.
As Dapplefern ascends the Peak, memories intertwine with her present purpose. She faces not only the external foes but also the demons within herself, fueled by a deep-seated bitterness. The confrontation atop the Peak becomes a battleground for emotions, as Rosedapple, no longer the timid friend, stands resilient against Dapplefern's accusations.
In a moment of reckoning, Rosedapple questions Dapplefern's motives and the betrayal of her own Clan. Dapplefern, blinded by rage and bitterness, accuses Rosedapple of jealousy and stealing away everything she held dear. The confrontation escalates, leading to a perilous edge, both physically and emotionally.
As Dapplefern teeters on the waterfall, a sudden and unexpected strike sends her over the edge. Gripping the ledge desperately, her life hangs in the balance. Rosedapple and Blackmoon, witness to the scene, are faced with a choice: extend a paw in a final act of mercy or let her fall to the fate she orchestrated for others.
Amidst the deafening roar of the waterfall, Dapplefern contemplates her impending demise as she falls to her death. Her thoughts swirl between the pain of the fall, the pounding in her head, and the weariness that has permeated her existence. A distant voice calls her name, offering a haunting echo of her ultimate solitude.
## Characters

* Dapplefern
* Rosedapple
* Blackmoon

## References & Citations

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Revealed in *100 OneShot Book*, Just Say It