Well, Tigerfrost supposed a little better was preferable over no improvement at all. He's completely uncertain how to help Snailpaw, really, simply assumed a schedule might keep the apprentice awake more throughout the day, and it seemed he had been somewhat correct. Whether or not Snailpaw could ever be cured of the so called sleep sickness is beyond him, but the Lead Warrior hopes they'll at least find some better way of managing it in the future, particularly with their training soon coming to it's close.
He doesn't expect the gratitude, so Tigerfrost's eyes glimmer with surprise. He and Snailpaw did not see eye to eye, that much was clear. The Lead Warrior expected much from the youth, particularly after their loyalty had been called into question. No doubt it was a burden upon the apprentice's shoulders. But Tigerfrost had promised Sootstar, and quite frankly, he can see that Snailpaw has come a long way since that incident. They were still rather immature, but so were most newly named warriors. Firefang and Gravelsnap came to mind. Perhaps it was simply a coming of age sort of thing. Tigerfrost was probably less disciplined at that age, as well.
"You're welcome." Tigerfrost finally overcomes his surprise to offer a rather simply spoken reply. He is pleased by Snailpaw's recent performance, but he's also not the type to get sentimental or emotional over such things. He's also rather awkward when it comes to expressions of gratitude, because Tigerfrost is well aware of his ill-tempered personality, and his general struggle with maintaining friendly relationships. "I believe it is nearly time for you to become a warrior. I will be informing Sootstar soon. Your actions in the fight against RiverClan have proven your willingness to fight as a WindClanner." He offers gruffly, tail curling through the warm air behind him.
"Before we do that, though, I want to insure your hunting skills are on par with the rest of the warriors in this clan. So, your goal today is to catch something for WindClan, be it a bird, a hare, or something else. Prove that you can provide for your clan, and you will soon have your warrior name." The Lead Warrior vows. After training, he hopes to see Snailpaw gain some independence in regards to hunting. "Additionally, you may have the mornings to yourself now, provided you are not assigned to any patrols. I still expect you to eat breakfast, and maintain the rest of your schedule, but as you are likely soon to become a warrior, you should get used to making your own choices again." The tabby tom explains.
Snailpaw could spend their mornings however they'd like, and Tigerfrost would continue their lessons in the afternoon. Whether or not the apprentice continued with their routine after earning their warrior name was entirely up to them, but the Lead Warrior would certainly be unhappy to discover Snailpaw sleeping all day, not providing anything for the clan, warrior or not. Tigerfrost had provided a means to help maintain Snailpaw's health, had given them the necessary tools to provide for WindClan if they chose to do so. A failure in that regard would be on Snailpaw's head. Warriors could make their own choices and decisions, but that did not mean they could be made without consequence.
But, so long as Snailpaw was able to continue providing for WindClan after earning their warrior name, Tigerfrost would be content.
