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- >You are Anonymous Jr.
- >Your dad is a well-respected businessman and partner to Filthy Rich.
- >The two of you live with Rarity, so contact with Sweetie Belle's friends was inevitable.
- >Of course, you'd also met Diamond Tiara's friend, Silver Spoon.
- >You weren't sure how you felt about her.
- >That's why you were practicing your pitching at the school's baseball field.
- >Nothing like throwing balls around to get your mind off of a problem.
- >You told Cheerilee that you'd like to be left alone for a while.
- >If you needed anything you'd call for her.
- >Dad and Rarity taught you to mind your manners, so enemies were hardly a problem.
- >Unfortunately, your thoughts were interrupted by the arrival of two of your friends.
- >Diamond Tiara and Scootaloo.
- >They had confessed they both had feelings for you, and now they eagerly awaited your answer.
- >"So, which of us is it gonna be? Ms. Landbound McNoWings over there, or me?"
- >"I know I'm not the best flier, but I can entertain you with my scooter!"
- >"Pfft, like he'd be interested in that, it's clear he wants me."
- "I dunno guys, I'm more interested in your friend over there."
- >You pointed to Silver, by herself in the corner.
- >She noticed your gaze, and looked around as if to say, "Who, me?"
- >"Wha- oh that's just Silver Spoon, don't mind her! Pick me, now."
- >You gently slide Diamond Tiara out of the way and walk towards Silver Spoon.
- >"Y-you can't just ignore me!"
- >"Heh, y'know I'm alright with this. At least he didn't pick you."
- >"Shut up Scootaloo!"
- >You walk up to her and offer her a hand up off the bench.
- >She blushes, taking your offer and hops off.
- "How about we go get something to eat? Rarity makes delightful food."
- >"You always use big words Anon, but okay!"
- "Cheerilee says I'm a child prodigy apparently. I don't really care, I just like studying."
- >She giggles, "Well come on then you dork, let's go get something to eat."
- >You hear Diamond Tiara whining in the background as you leave.
- >As the two of you walked to Carousel Boutique, you got to know one another better.
- >Silver Spoon was the descendant of a long line of illustrious blacksmiths, known for revolutionizing tableware.
- >Which is just as well, humans kind of needed forks and knives and spoons.
- >Sporks are fun though.
- "So what do you enjoy doing for fun, Silver?"
- >She hesitates for a moment.
- >"Well, I usually just hang out with Tiara, but I guess I enjoy some peace and quiet."
- "And hanging out with a troublemaker like her isn't very conducive to that."
- >"Equestrian Anon, please speak it."
- "I'm just saying she probably makes it hard for you to get any peace and quiet."
- >She giggles, "Yeah, but she's not so bad. Once you get her to calm down for a second."
- "Why is she always in such a foul mood?"
- >"I dunno, her dad is usually off on business trips so it's just her and her butlers."
- "That can't be the only reason."
- >"I think she's just jealous of Apple Bloom."
- "Why? The only reason I can think of is... family."
- >"Exactly."
- "Well, I suppose we all have our problems."
- >The two of you made it to your home.
- >You opened the door for her.
- "Ladies first."
- >She blushes and steps inside.
- >You felt like a dork doing that, but Rarity says it's proper manners.
- >Sweetie Belle was getting ready for another one of her escapades with her compatriots.
- >Maybe Silver was right, you do need to get out more.
- >Nevertheless, these are your thoughts, and you can be as wordy as you want.
- >No time for that, because Sweetie Belle is looking at you for an explanation.
- "I can totally explain Sweetie."
- >Actually, no you can't.
- "On second thought, I guess I can't. I just wanted to bring Silver Spoon over for dinner."
- >She looks around, "Where's Diamond? And what happened to Scootaloo?"
- >You shrug.
- "Scootaloo took it well, Tiara... not so much."
- >"Huh, I'm actually proud of Scoots."
- "So, is Rarity home?"
- >"She's using Mr. Anon as a model right now."
- "Oh I've got to see this."
- >There was your dad, Anonymous Sr. in all his glory.
- >His latex glory.
- "Hehehe, Dad you look like a Wonderbolt."
- >"Now's really not the best time Junior."
- >Rarity hitched something up to him.
- >"Ow! Not so tight Rares! I only have so much room down there!"
- >"Now now dear, your more gentle regions shall be preserved for... future use."
- >"Honey not while the kids are in the room."
- >Rarity drops the thread she was using to put a saddle on Dad.
- >"Oh dear! I was unaware we had company! Please do forgive my rudeness darlings."
- >She runs up to you and gives you a hug.
- >"How's my little Nonny-Wonny doing today?"
- >You struggle to return the gesture.
- "Just fine Mom, can you please not crush me?"
- >She lightens up, giggling like a filly.
- >"Oh I am terribly sorry dear, ever since you started calling me Mom you've warmed my heart."
- >You can feel your face heating up.
- "Well, I mean you might as well be. I like you anyway."
- >"And who is this little cutie? I don't believe we've met before! My name's Rarity."
- >"My name is Silver Spoon."
- >"You hang out with that Diamond Tiara girl? Sweetie Belle talks about you two all the time!"
- >She looks Silver up and down.
- >"Either she was lying about you two, or you're the nice one."
- >Silver lets out a nervous chuckle.
- >"At any rate, my little Nonny knows how to pick them, so I trust his judgement."
- >She trots off humming a tune, "Oh by the way, dinner's in five."
- >"Can we take these things off? It's starting to chafe."
- >"Oh don't be such a baby Anon, I've seen your growth, it is not that big."
- >"For you maybe, but it's about average for meOW!"
- >"That's what I'm going to make you do later, now come on we have dinner to make."
- >"Yes ma'am."
- >"Oh please, no need to be so formal."
- >"Sorry Rarity."
- >"I prefer your nickname."
- >"Love you Rares."
- >"That's better."
- >You sat down between Silver Spoon and Sweetie Belle, who was told she had to eat dinner before she left.
- >"Still don't see why you picked her."
- "I dunno, I'm interested in her. Plus the glasses are cute."
- >"Yeah right... well, I guess they kind of are."
- >"Thanks, most ponies just poke fun at me for them."
- >Silver Spoon was sipping away at a juicebox.
- >"Tiara usually insists we drink tea, but I can't stand the stuff."
- >She has quite an adorable smile on her face as she enjoys her juice.
- "Why do you hang out with her if you dislike so much of what she does?"
- >"We all need a friend Anon, even Diamond."
- "So she needs you more than you need her?"
- >"I guess you could say that, her family is richer than mine but I've still got my dad."
- >You look over at your Dad, performing tricks on his food for Rarity.
- >He's balancing a lemon slice on a fork which he's balancing on his finger.
- >He was a bit of a goofball, but you loved him.
- >He's always been there for you, for better and worse.
- >You recall the time he showed up to Ponyville Elementary on Bring-Your-Parent Day.
- >He was partnered up with Filthy Rich, and he was actually entrusted with explaining most of what they did.
- >Your Dad just had a certain air about him that made him likable.
- >Or maybe, it was the exact opposite, and that's why he was likable.
- >Either way, he insisted you continue your education.
- >He's always done what's best for you, so you weren't arguing.
- >Better than idling away your days at the Boutique.
- >Besides, you got to meet plenty of new friends as a result.
- >As well as Silver Spoon.
- >Does this count as a date?
- >Oh jeez does this count as a date?
- >You weren't ready for this kind of commitment.
- >Were you?
- >You shouldn't be, but you might.
- >You hadn't really thought about it that much.
- >You suppose settling for someone this early would be childish.
- >But if it worked, it worked.
- >So what if you were a bit of a romantic?
- >You can't be logical all the time.
- >Where's the fun in that?
- "So, Silver Spoon, I was thinking... Maybe you wouldn't mind doing this more often?"
- >"You mean eating dinner with you? I'd like that I think."
- "I think I would too, that's why I'm asking. Because I like you-"
- >You liked her.
- >To anyone else, this would be obvious.
- >It took you actually saying it for it to register.
- >She waved her hoof in front of your face.
- >"Hello? You there Anon?"
- "Sorry I just had to compose myself. I suddenly realized that my affection for you might not be entirely platonic."
- >"Less words Anon."
- "Do you wanna be my... fillyfriend?"
- >She blushes, "Gosh, nopony has ever asked me that before... sure."
- >She gives you a hug.
- >This hug is different from Rarity's hugs.
- >Even Dad's hugs.
- >You returned the hug, because it felt nice.
- >You are a grade-A dork.
- >But you're trying, and that's what counts.
- >"Aww, that's so sweet!... Wait, what am I saying?"
- >Even Sweetie Belle couldn't help but be warmed by the display.
- >You saw a flash of light.
- >Rarity was taking pictures.
- >"Eeee~ my little Nonny has a fillyfriend! Ooooh~ Mama's so proud of you~!"
- >You can feel the world's most intense blush.
- "S-stop it Mom. Please?"
- >She takes pictures of your blushing face.
- >"I think not! This is prime Adorable Nonny moments! My scrapbook has been needing more of these!"
- "Aw come on... fine, take the pictures. If it'll make you happy I guess."
- >Dad watches you with amusement.
- >You were okay with this, you know Dad has a lot to put up with.
- >Specifically with Rarity.
- >This was nothing compared to the embarrassing things she has him do.
- >You decided to tag along with Sweetie Belle for her adventures.
- >It took some convincing, but you managed to bring Silver Spoon along with you.
- >You told Sweetie Belle she was being rude.
- >Silver Spoon was all for the idea.
- >"So, like what do you guys do? We always see you having fun but we never actually pay attention."
- >"Gee I dunno, try to get our Cutie Marks? I don't see why you're so interested, you already have one."
- "And I CAN'T get one. You're being rather petty Sweetie Belle."
- >"I am not! She... What DO you do?"
- >"I'm mostly there to provide support for Ti."
- "She's simply parroting her friend to reaffirm her actions."
- >"What. No seriously, what?"
- "She's following the leader to make her happy, like you guys with Apple Bloom."
- >"We prefer to be called a democracy."
- "A democracy of three?"
- >"Well... yeah!"
- "Rather unusual, but you aren't an ordinary filly."
- >"Thanks!... I think."
- "I meant nothing malicious by it, you are very unique."
- >"Were you always like this, or is it just because of Rarity?"
- "I am unsure, though I've always had a higher aptitude than my fellow peers according to the adults."
- >"You're such an egghead."
- "I'll have you know I'm the best pitcher on our baseball team!"
- >"How does that even work? Aren't eggheads supposed to be bad at sports?"
- "Well you see, there is a system in place which requires athletes to meet certain standards of grading and-"
- >"Okay, okay! I get it. You always have an answer, don't you?"
- "Not at all, but if I don't I will try to find one."
- >Silver Spoon poked the two of you.
- >"Uh, guys? We're here."
- >The three of you had finally made it to the quaint little clubhouse that rested upon one of Sweet Apple Acres' trees.
- >The Cutie Mark Crusaders' Clubhouse.
- >Not wasting any further time, you stepped inside.
- >Silver Spoon followed in, hiding behind you.
- >"Howdy Sweetie Belle! Hey Anon! Who's that behind you?"
- >She poked her head out from behind you and gave a little smile, "Hey guys."
- >"What is SHE doing here?! Where's that darn Diamond?"
- >Scootaloo wrapped her hooves around Apple Bloom to stop her from doing anything rash.
- >"Calm down Bloom! It's alright."
- >"Alright?! He is fraternizing with the enemy!"
- >"SHE'S THE ONE HE PICKED, ALRIGHT?!"
- >The sound of silence filled the room.
- >"... Oh, I'm sorry Scoots."
- >She gave a little huff, "Tch, it's fine. Can we just move on to the plans?"
- >"Wait, I need to know if Anon is serious about this."
- >Bloom walked up to you and squinted at you.
- >"Can we trust her? I might not be my sister but I'll know if you're fibbing."
- "You have my utmost confidence that she will not be an issue, on my honor as an Honorary Cutie Mark Crusader."
- >"Good, well then girls... and Anon, let's get to brainstorming!"
- >"I think we should go hiking."
- >"We already tried that Scoots, how about ballet?"
- >"That was mountain-climbing Sweetie, and ballet is way too girly."
- >"You'll never know if you don't try!"
- >"Ugh, if that's my Cutie Mark I'd rather not find out."
- >"Would you two stop it? How about you Anon? What do you think?"
- >Truth be told, you already had their talents figured out.
- >Apple Bloom was incredible with building things.
- >Sweetie Belle had an absolutely sublime singing voice.
- >And Scootaloo could shred scooters with the best of them.
- >But you couldn't just tell them that, they had to find out on their own.
- >Perhaps a nudge in the right direction wouldn't do any harm.
- >You looked at Sweetie Belle.
- "You guys could try a band."
- >"We already did that, it didn't work out."
- "Was Scootaloo the lead singer?"
- >"Yes."
- "There's your problem, no offense Scoots."
- >"None taken... though I have gotten better since then."
- "How about extreme sports?"
- >"We tried hang-gliding, it went... less than alright."
- >You cringed at the image, it was agonizing just to think about the pain.
- >They're lucky they didn't break anything important.
- "I'm sure your scooter is a hit at the skate park."
- >"Heh, course it is! I go there all the time to practice my moves. Now come on Anon, get serious!"
- "You guys could try constructing something."
- >"We've done that before, I usually end up doing a lot of the building while those two get me stuff."
- "Sounds like you're pretty good with tools."
- >"I guess, so do you have any good ideas?"
- >They just weren't getting it.
- >Oh well, someday they'd figure it out.
- >Might as well come up with something fun for tomorrow.
- "How about a walk in the park?"
- >"Walking? That has got to be the lamest idea I've ever heard."
- "Yes, but it is getting late and we can come up with ideas while we walk."
- >"Fair enough, good work Anon?"
- "Hey I dunno, just seemed like it would be adequate."
- >"I s'pose it is."
- >You were really just hoping to spend more time with Silver Spoon.
- >You decided to walk Silver Spoon home.
- >"You aren't really gonna come up with any ideas tomorrow, are you?"
- "What makes you say that? I would never be dishonest with my friends."
- >"I'm just saying, that sounds like the perfect time for you to get lost with me."
- "And if I got lost with you, would it be so bad?"
- >"No, it'd give us more time to get to know each other. I'd just have to make sure Diamond is okay with it."
- "Do you really though?"
- >"... No. I guess not, but she'd be upset if I didn't tell her where I was going to be."
- >You are now in front of a... quaint mansion.
- >It's an odd thing to call a mansion quaint, but there was just something about it that made it approachable.
- >Maybe it was the homely decorations, or the warm brick exterior, but this felt like a middle-class pony designed it.
- >It was very efficient, not wasting anything on frivolities that made other mansions so opulent.
- >The key word here was homeliness, not ostentatious decor.
- >Wait, that last thing was two words.
- >Not now brain.
- >Understood sir.
- >You knocked on the door.
- >A gruff voice bellowed out towards you.
- >"I'll be right there!"
- >The door opened to reveal something that nearly made you defecate yourself.
- >Silver Spoon's dad was a chiseled blacksmith who stood at least half as tall as your dad.
- >And your dad was pretty tall.
- >This meant you were comparatively tiny.
- "H-hello there sir, I just wanted to escort your daughter home."
- >He looks down at you and grins.
- >"Well thanks son! My little Teaspoon is my pride and joy! My name's Blue Steel!"
- "I- I'm Anonymous Jr."
- >He laughs, "So you're the young stallion my girl has gotten sweet on!"
- >He looks you over, "Don't know what you are, but I'm sure you're mighty handsome whatever you are."
- "T-thank you sir."
- >"Ah don't be scared, I won't bite. I just got these muscles from good hard work."
- >You lightened up, it took a bit to get used to his... overwhelming presence.
- "I'm a human, from Earth."
- >"Never heard of it, but it sounds like you guys are a lot like us Earth Ponies."
- "I suppose you could say that, I apologize for keeping your daughter so long. You must have gotten worried."
- >"It's no trouble my boy! I figured she was just having a sleepover at Diamond Tiara's house. How's Filthy Rich by the way?"
- "Huh, why would I know him?"
- >"He talks about your dad! He and I go way back son, he helped me get my business off the ground!"
- >Silver Spoon had started hugging her dad a while ago.
- >"All I had to do was advertise his business. He runs a bank, and does accounting too!"
- "So what do you do?"
- >"Well, Ponyville needed a blacksmith for their guards, and I just happen to be the best armorer in the whole town!"
- >He continues on, "My wife, Ruby Red, makes all sorts of jewelry for ponies."
- >He ruffles Silver Spoon's mane, "Little Spoon here has a knack for making tableware like her ancestors."
- >"Don't forget the heart dad!"
- >"Of course sweetheart, she also has a kind... well, heart! She can't stand to see others go hungry."
- >"Who is it honey?"
- >An elegant mare stepped into the conversation.
- >With long, flowing crimson hair and a motherly smile.
- >Her grey eyes shined like diamonds and her coat was a regal white.
- >You had the feeling she was a really nice unicorn.
- >It was clear Silver Spoon took after her father, because her mother was so... bright.
- >He was everything she was not.
- >She was white, he was grey.
- >She had long, bright hair and he had short, dark hair.
- >She had welcoming bright eyes, he had deep, sharp violet eyes.
- >He was very loud, and she was soft-spoken.
- >You think about it for a moment, and realize comparing their coat colors was probably not okay.
- >Some cultures would frown upon that.
- >But you were just stating facts, you didn't deal with the implications.
- >"Well aren't you just about the cutest little thing? What's your name?"
- "Anonymous Jr. ma'am."
- >"My, so well-mannered! Well, my name is Ruby Red but I'm sure my darling here has already told you that much."
- "I hear you make the finest jewelry in town. Maybe you and Rarity could work together sometime."
- >"Oh I've been meaning to collaborate with her but I can never find her at the right time! Do you know when I could find her?"
- "I could tell her about it, my dad and I live with her."
- >"I knew that precious little vest you were wearing came from the best in town!"
- >This was your favorite vest, there are many like it but this one is yours and yours alone.
- "Well thank you ma'am. You look lovely as well."
- >She blushes, "Aw you're such a little sweetie. It's no wonder my darling Silver talks about you so much."
- >She picks her up and nuzzles her, "My little baby girl, I love you so much!"
- >"Mom please, mom? Mom. Aw I can't say no to cuddles."
- >You are positive that if it was possible to obtain diabetes through visuals, you would have it right now.
- >"Sorry dear, I'm just always grateful when you come home."
- >"Anon over there could've protected me from any scary monsters."
- >You take the time to strike a pose.
- >Apparently it wasn't half bad, because it managed to make them all laugh.
- >Good, that was your intent.
- "But seriously, I once went looking for Zecora in the Everfree Forest."
- >They all let out a gasp.
- >"How'd you get out of there son?"
- "Well, I had to close my eyes and swing for the fences when a cockatrice came slithering by."
- >You list off the other things.
- "I had to pelt a Timberwolf with rocks until it went away."
- >What was that other thing?
- "Oh yeah, and I gave a friendly Manticore a big hug. He was nice."
- >"Boy, you ever wanna join the guard just let me know. Shoot, even if you're a scribe I'll make you a suit of armor."
- >Well, you did want to work under Princess Twilight Sparkle as a librarian someday.
- "Well, I'd better get home. Dad is probably going to worry right about now."
- >You wave goodbye to each other and set off.
- >You were promptly knocked over by someone.
- >"Nopony ignores me!"
- "Diamond, it would be prudent if you showed the slightest hint of care in your actions."
- >"Stop it with the big words, alright? You're cuter when you're quiet."
- "Unfortunate, with your lavish lifestyle I assumed you were of a higher class than most. I suppose I was wrong."
- >"What?! Just what are you saying, huh?!"
- >You struggle to get up.
- "You are a rather disingenuous little filly, and I don't appreciate your attitude."
- >"I can't even understand you sometimes."
- >You do the logical thing, and pinch her butt.
- >That gave you enough time to get her off of you.
- >How would your father put it?
- "Catch me if you can, bitch!"
- >She certainly understood that, she was furious.
- >You bolt through the city streets, toppling over anything that could slow her down.
- >It was one thing to brave the Everfree Forest, but this was one of your friends.
- >Not to mention, Earth Ponies are rather strong. Too strong for you, in fact.
- "I've hardly broken a sweat Tiara! Just face facts, you can't catch me!"
- >"Yeah right!... Just wait! I'll get you!"
- >She was hardly out of shape, but your time on the team has made you very fit.
- >When you weren't pitching, you were catching baseballs in the outfield.
- >You take a sharp left turn and try to lose her in the alleyways.
- >No good, she barged right on through with you.
- >You turned around to see if she was gaining.
- >She was a good bit away.
- >Then you ran into something hard and glassy.
- >Oh that darn castle.
- >This might work to your advantage though.
- >You ducked out of the way of Diamond's charge.
- >She knocked the door wide open.
- >You didn't want to think about how much that would've hurt you.
- >You jumped over her while she was dazed and started looking for the Princess of Friendship.
- >Maybe she could tell you why your friend is being so moody.
- >You bounded up the stairs, hoping to find a bedroom.
- "Princess! PRINCESS! I COULD USE A HAND OVER HERE! I MEAN A HOOF! YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN!"
- >You've heard these ponies say the word hand before, but whenever you bring it up they act like they don't know what you're talking about.
- >Kinda weird, but now's not the time for those thoughts.
- >You jumped through the cart of an insomniac maid.
- >Something Tiara wasn't nimble enough to do.
- >That bought you some time, but you had to find Twilight quickly.
- >You knocked down the door to the royal bedroom.
- >It took a few tries and more than a few grumpy guards before you got to Twilight's room.
- >She awoke with a start.
- "Diamond Tiara, mad at me... need your help, please Princess Twilight."
- >You fell over onto the floor, the events of the night catching up to you.
- >Diamond burst into the room only to stop short at Twilight.
- >"Oh hi Princess! How's it goi-"
- >"Care to explain why you're chasing this poor boy?"
- >"He's mine! I WANT HIM! AND I ALWAYS GET WHAT I WANT!"
- "No, no you don't."
- >"Are you saying my daddy doesn't love me?!"
- "No, but that's just it. He buys you all these things."
- >You start laughing, it was very humorous actually.
- "But... ah, gimme a moment."
- >You get up, dusting yourself off.
- "But you don't get to spend enough time with him, do you?"
- >You can see a thin film of tears start to form in her eyes.
- >"S-shut up! He loves me! And I want you to love me too! Not that stupid Silver Spoon!"
- >"That's no way to talk about a friend Diamond, she'd never do that to you."
- >"Well she took him!"
- "Nobody took me, I chose her. It was always my choice."
- >You have caught your breath, normalizing your heartbeat.
- "You're just going to have to face facts Tiara, I'm not yours and I never will be."
- >"My family is richer than her's! I can buy you more things!"
- "I'm content with what I have."
- >"There's nothing you want?! Nothing at all? Maybe you want a hot tub?"
- "Never been interested in those."
- >"Chocolate fountain?"
- "Tempting, but no."
- >"How about a world-class massage therapist?"
- "That would be nice, but I'm afraid I cannot accept your offer."
- >"Not even if I threw in a butler or two?"
- "You can't buy my feelings Diamond."
- >"Well why not?! Am I not pretty enough?!"
- "You're very pretty, but your attitude is foul."
- >"Everypony keeps telling me I should be nice! What's so great about being nice?!"
- "You should try it sometime, maybe you'll see why."
- >"Maybe I will! Then ponies will stop talking about how cute Sweetie Belle is and pay attention to me!"
- "If you're going to be nice, first thing's first. You really need to rethink your priorities."
- >"What's that supposed to mean?"
- "I think you'll find that being nice for the sake of being nice is a very good feeling."
- >"Yeah right, nopony does anything out of the kindness of their hearts."
- "... You live in a town with the Element of Kindness, of Laughter, and the Princess of Friendship."
- >"... Touche."
- "So will you give it a shot?"
- >"Eh, fine. But I don't see what the big deal is."
- "You might just figure it out."
- >She left, you really needed to get home but... there was one thing you needed to do.
- >"You handled that quite admirably, what's your name little one?"
- "Anonymous Jr. but my friends call me Anon. Or Nonny around my Dad sometimes."
- >Not that you were presumptuous enough to assume she was your friend.
- "I'm sorry for waking you Princess Twilight."
- >"Please, just call me Twilight. It seems like there's something on your mind though, care to tell me what it is?"
- >It was now or never.
- "I... I wanna be your apprentice!"
- >There, you said it.
- >She practically beamed at you, "And how could I say no to such an upstanding young man?"
- "It is an hono- man? Wait, you know?"
- >"I did some digging around after your father started hanging out with Rarity."
- "Dating her."
- >"You ARE too smart for your own good. Still, that's not a bad thing."
- >She pulls out an old tome.
- >"It turns out humans were a myth that ponies made to scare Tirek back in the day. Creatures with no magic to absorb."
- "You're talking about the ruffian that drained Mom right? I could've pegged him in the eyes with baseballs."
- >"That's very brave, but very foolish of you. He would've swallowed you whole."
- "I'd just start biting his innards."
- >"And the stomach acid?"
- "I'm sure he was fat enough for me to find something to swing on."
- >"How would you have gotten out?"
- "Either bite my way out or climb."
- >"Well, if this friendship thing doesn't work out I think my big brother could certainly find a use for you."
- "I'm not much of a fighter, but nobody hurts my friends."
- >"Anyway, we're getting off topic. Point is, you two shouldn't be here."
- "But that portal brought us here anyway. Dad always was a weirdo, after Mom passed away especially."
- >"I'm very sorry to hear that."
- "It's fine, I had to be strong for Dad. It hurt him more than any of us. He was completely normal for a whole year."
- >"..."
- "He's NEVER normal. If he starts being serious you either need to worry for him or your safety."
- >"So why didn't you go back?"
- "Dad's happy here, and I won't leave Dad."
- >"You two must really like Rarity."
- "... She reminds me of Mom."
- >"Did you have a little sister?"
- "Heh, Sweetie Belle right? I'm only a year older than her."
- >"And my answer?"
- "... Mom died giving birth to her."
- >"Where's she now?"
- "Birth defect killed her off too."
- >"Oh. Well, at least you two are alright?"
- "You don't have to feel so bad, it's not your fault."
- >"Wanna talk about it or...?"
- "It was years ago, I'm over it now."
- >"How old would your sister have been now?"
- "Well, I'm twelve so... four or five."
- >"I'm so sorry for you."
- "Don't be, things like that happen all the time in my world."
- >She looks at you like you just grew an extra appendage.
- "I know it's surprising to you, but that's just the way things were."
- >"Oh, I guess that explains why you're taking it so well. That's fine."
- "Can we talk about something that won't upset you? Please?"
- >You can feel some of your pals talking about how edgy you are.
- >As if talking about things that just happen is edgy.
- >You needed better friends.
- >But most of the guys at school are absolute nonces.
- >Yes you just made up a word, you can do that.
- >That's how language works.
- >You regret ever teaching the youth at your school the word edgy though.
- >You have created a monster.
- >Twilight walks over to you and smiles.
- >"Well then, if you're going to be my apprentice you're going to need to solve some friendship problems."
- "I presume you want me to start with Diamond Tiara?"
- >"You got it! I hope to see some progress with her by the end of the month."
- "You're giving me less than a month? Isn't that a bit strict?"
- >"Clock is ticking, don't disappoint me."
- >Well now she's all business.
- >As you leave the room, you can hear her squealing.
- >"Eeeee~ I have a student! Spike wake up! I need a letter sent to Celestia!"
- >"Twilight, can't it wait until morning?"
- >"Oh, hehe. Sorry."
- >Perhaps you're more worried than you should be.
- >She could just be testing you.
- >You can't rush these things after all.
- >Yes, that's it. You were going to ensure that Diamond Tiara was truly reformed.
- >You cannot be sloppy when working for royalty.
- >As you entered your home, your parents tackled you into a group hug.
- >"We were so worried Nonny! Are you alright? Did anypony hurt you?"
- "I was chased through the city by an angry friend, ran around Twilight's castle, and became her apprentice."
- >"Junior I will never understand how you deal with stress."
- "Oh I have no doubt that it will catch up to me in my later years, but for now I simply live in the present."
- >"Heh, you take after your mother alright. Uh, your mother mother. Not your pony mother."
- "I know Dad, jeez. You're such a weirdo."
- >You give him a big hug.
- "That's why I love you though, you're fun."
- >He wraps his arms around you, "I know son, it's still good to hear it though. You always liked Mom better."
- "I loved you both equally, you're just insecure."
- >"I guess I am, it's just how I am."
- "How did Mom ever fall in love with a poor sap like you?"
- >"I'm just so dang charming."
- "Well it's not often I say this, but you're right."
- >Rarity started taking more pictures.
- >You don't quite understand girls, but you liked them anyway.
- >They were fun to hug and they smelled nice.
- >You were having lunch with a couple of your pals, Button Mash and Little League.
- >They were weird, but so were you.
- "So how do you guys think I should go about it?"
- >"Ah you're the hero, you'll be fine!"
- "That doesn't help at all Button."
- >Little League plays with her food, "Eh, you could try buttering her up."
- "I'm supposed to fix that problem, not enable it."
- >"It's always worked for me, everypony loves how adorable I am."
- >She gives you a precious smile.
- "Don't quit your day job, we still have a team to carry."
- >"Aw come on, the others do a fine job... yeah you're right, they're pretty mediocre."
- >You swear these two were learning from you through osmosis.
- >Still, it made for scintillating conversation.
- >Diamond walked over to your table and sat next to you.
- >"Hey guys, how's it going? Lovely weather we're having today, isn't it?"
- >Oh this is just adorable. But hilariously awkward.
- >You poke her in the side.
- "Just loosen up, be friendly. This isn't a job interview you know."
- >She nods, "I just wanted to apologize for how I used to act."
- >Button rolls his eyes, "Whatever, still mad you tried to break my GameJoy."
- >"Haha yes let's not bring that up."
- >She whispers to you, "I'm still scared of him."
- "Don't be, he's no more harmful than a fly is."
- >"Hey!"
- "Just saying, you're way too nice to hit her."
- >"Yeah? Well... you're right, I am. Knight's honor."
- "That is almost as awkward as my Dad, but he gets along just fine so I can't imagine you'll have too much trouble."
- >"Your Dad is cool, he's like the main character's mentor or dead parent, except he's not as smart as you and he's not dead."
- "You really need to get out more Button."
- >"The arcade counts as outside."
- "Whatever, how's Sweetie Belle's training going?"
- >He blushes, "Yeahwellit'sfineit'snotlikeshe'sreallycuteoranything."
- >LL giggles, "Aw, you broke him again Nonny."
- >"So, uh, what do you guys do anyway?"
- "We mostly just sit here and talk about stuff. Oh yeah, I gotta go to the park with Silver Spoon later."
- >"Tch, why?"
- "The CMC and us are gonna be brainstorming. Well, the CMC are."
- >"Can I come too? I need to know how those three do the things they do."
- "It's really nothing special, but if you want to then sure."
- >That was certainly a long school day.
- >It didn't help that the hoofball team was getting agitated at the baseball team's success.
- >You couldn't help it that you were more interesting than they were.
- >You were on your way to the meeting spot when you were accosted by a couple of brutes.
- >"Well look who it is! Hey there Smalls."
- "Ugh, it's Junior as in the son of the man with the same name. I'll probably end up being bigger than all of you."
- >"You sayin' I'm stupid or something?"
- "Honestly? Yes, you were never the brightest student Divegrass."
- >"Why you! Goalkeep! Get this little twerp!"
- >The pegasus was too fast for you, he pinned you down immediately.
- >"Any last words nerd?"
- >You could hear a scooter in the distance.
- "Yeah, have a nice concussion."
- >He looked at you with confusion, and then it happened.
- >"SONIC SCOOTERBOOM!"
- >He was cracked across the cranium with a scooter.
- "You could've worked on the name a little you know? It's not exactly the most original thing around."
- >"Whatever, let's deal with these other guys first."
- "Won't we get in trouble for fighting them?"
- >"School's over, they attacked you on the way to the park."
- "Cheerilee is going to be so upset with me when she finds out."
- >You dodged a kick and hopped on Divegrass' back.
- >"What the- GET OFF ME YOU FREAK!"
- >You had no idea what you were doing, but it was happening.
- >He kept trying to buck you off, and in the chaos you picked a rock up off of the ground.
- >Eventually he calmed down.
- >"Hey this is kinda nice actually, how did you-"
- >You knocked him out with the stone.
- "Ponies like being ridden, it's in your nature. Somewhat, after the bucking is done anyway."
- >You glanced over at Scootaloo who had the other colt on the ground in submission.
- >"Why'd you team up with them Rumble? Your brother is gonna be so mad at you."
- >"Please don't tell Thunderlane about this, I couldn't handle the disappointment."
- "Let him go, he didn't even really do anything."
- >"They said if I helped them I could be on the hoofball team."
- "Yeah, let him go. He's not a threat to us. Go tell Ms. Cheerilee what happened though, she needs to know."
- >He nods and runs off towards the school.
- "Now then, shall we continue on towards our destination?"
- >You met up with the others.
- >You gave Silver Spoon a hug.
- >"So, y'all ready?"
- >Diamond came out from the bushes.
- >"Um, hey guys."
- >"What are YOU doing here?"
- "She wanted to tag along and see what you guys did."
- >"And why would she care?"
- "Because I'm trying to get her to see why being friendly is a good thing."
- >"Oh, well she came to the right ponies. The Cutie Mark Crusaders are nothing if not friendly."
- >She sheepishly walks up to Scootaloo.
- >"H-hey, sorry about the other day. I guess. I don't really know how this is supposed to go."
- >"Eh, you tried."
- >She wraps her hooves around her and hugs her.
- >"Apology accepted."
- >You could see the pain on Scoots' face as she had to be nice to Tiara.
- >But she knew it was for a good cause.
- >"So, shall we be going? I'd hate to keep you waiting."
- >She's trying too hard, but at least she's trying.
- >You all spent the day goofing off instead of actually thinking of ideas for Cutie Marks.
- >It wasn't the worst thing, you got to roll around with Silver Spoon and boop her nose.
- >You were walking her home, when she stopped to ask you something.
- >"So, like, is this gonna be a permanent thing or what?"
- >Now this was an interesting question.
- "I'd like it to be permanent, but I can understand if you're not interested in that kind of relationship."
- >"You just have to promise me one thing you dork."
- "Name it and it's yours."
- >"Please learn how to not be so socially awkward."
- "I'll make no promises, but I'll try."
- >"Thanks, I just wanna be able to talk to you without breaking out a dictionary."
- "I'll have you know ninety-nine percent of what I say is thoroughly studied and in my memory."
- >"Heh, what's the other one percent?"
- "The new stuff I learn."
- >She giggles, "Nerd... but, I guess I am too."
- >She kicks her hooves, blushing quite fiercely.
- >She bashfully gives you a peck on the cheek.
- >Sir you need to calm down, your heart rate has just skyrocketed.
- >Thank you brain for running damage control.
- >Anytime sir.
- "Your lips are so soft."
- >"Your face is soft."
- >You rub your cheeks.
- "They are not that great."
- >The two of you walk the rest of the way in silence.
- >You put your arm around her the whole time.
- "I like you Silver Spoon."
- >"I like you too, Nonny."
- >It has been eight years.
- >In that time you've moved in with Twilight and become her third assistant.
- >You still weren't sure the owl counted, but whatever.
- >Dad and Rarity were still going on strong, and you visited whenever you could.
- >But there's one thing that made it all worthwhile.
- >You rolled over in bed.
- "Hey sleepyhead, wake up."
- >"Mmph, five more minutes Nonny."
- "But then I can't do this."
- >You give Silver Spoon a kiss.
- >"Thanks sweetheart, now let me go back to bed."
- "Oh fine, but don't blame me if there aren't any donuts left."
- >She perks up for a moment, "Are they glazed?"
- "Oh hell yeah."
- >"What are we waiting for?!"
- >She practically drags you down the hallway.
- >The two of you bump into Diamond Tiara on the way there.
- >"Hey you two! Just stopping by to visit my friends, how are you two?"
- >Silver Spoon rushes to fix her bedmane.
- >You give absolutely zero fucks.
- "We're just fine Ti. How's it hanging for you?"
- >"I still can't believe you're not a dork anymore."
- "You've been saying that for the past five years."
- >"It's true though, when we were kids you could never shut up."
- >She giggles, "But I suppose having a lady in your life helped with that, didn't it?"
- >You sigh and laugh.
- "Gimme a break, you're the one who needed help learning friendship."
- >"And now I can say hi to ponies without them groaning about it. Thanks for that, by the way."
- "No problem, wanna grab a donut with us?"
- >"Sure, that sounds lovely."
- >It wasn't the perfect life, but it was damn close to it.
- The End.
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