AiE Chapter 14: Special Delivery

It has been two weeks since the Everfree forest incident; upon finding Twilight, Anonymous and Luna quickly rushed the injured mare to Ponyville Medical.
Twilight suffered no physical injuries, but it seemed like her magic was drained completely according to the doctors. Princess Celestia personally came down herself to check on Twilight's condition; she also awarded Anonymous and Luna one hundred hours off the punishment for their bravery, and willingness to put their own task aside and work together for Twilight's well being.
The commotion over the incident died down after Twilight awoke and assured that she was fine; exhausted, but fine all the same. She also had no memory of the entity who attacked her; the only thing she remembered was finding the scroll while looking for Anonymous and Luna, and then passing out shortly after.
When Twilight was released from Ponyville Medical a few days later on bed rest Anonymous put aside the idea of getting anymore hours in on his punishment in order to help Twilight.
So for the past week Anonymous has spent his time cleaning the library, dusting off and rearranging books, keeping up with check outs, and tending to Twilight.

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AiE Arc II: The Joker & The Ice Queen
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>Twilight Sparkle(Ts): "I've told you a hundred times Anon; I'll be just fine with Spike, so go do that delivery job Princess Celestia just assigned for you to complete."
"I know, and I'm getting ready to go; just let me check and see if you have everything you need before I do."
>You are standing over Twilight who was still on bed rest as you began reading different items she may want or need throughout the day out loud.
"Okay...A light novel for entertainment?"
>Ts: "Yes!"
"Some warm tomatoe soup courtesy of Fluttershy?"
>Ts: "Right beside me."
"Blankets, Pillows, bed, etc.?"
>Twilight giggled slightly before responding.
>Ts: "I'm laying on them silly."
"Okay, and how about a certain purple dragon assistant?"
>Ts: "He's right beside..."
>Twilight looked to the side of her bed where Spike had previously been sitting to find an empty space.
>Ts: "...me, um, where did Spike go?"
>You shrug your shoulders with a dumbfounded expression.
"No idea, maybe he took a step outside for some fresh air?"
>Ts: "Do you mind checking on him before you go?"
"Shure, I don't mind seeing where the little guy went off to."
>You quickly jump off the top rail and land in the middle of the lower Library part of Twilight's house. You take a quick look around the bookshelves and lower section, but there was no sign of Spike anywhere.
"Guess he's not in the house..."
>You duck your head under the entrance of Twilight's place and look around her front yard to find Spike slouching forward.
"There you are little guy! C'mon, Twilight wants you back upstairs."
>The only response you get from Spike is a large sigh as he continued to stare intently at something.
>You walk up behind the small dragon and pick him up by the tail in an effort to put him out his daze, but Spike only kept staring with half lidded eyes off into the distance.
"Hey! Spike!"
>Spike(S): "Huh? Oh hey Anonymous! Why do you have me by the tail?"
"I was trying to get your attention, but you seemed to be far too distracted by something to even notice. What are you staring at anyway?"
>Spike sighed heavily before putting on that same goofy looking expression he wore before.
>S: "I was only admiring the most beautiful, elegant, graceful, majestic, and charming pony in all Equestria..."
"What are you talking about?"
>Spike simply pointed towards the Central Plaza where there were long rows of stands that ponies traded goods at. You look to find a pony you recognized as Rarity; the fashion designer that made you some pretty cool looking clothes, and a good friend of Twilight's from what you saw.
>Rarity was one of the first ponies in the hospital when news had spread around Ponyville that Twilight was attacked.
>The white colored mare appeared to be shopping for thread and cloth as rolls of different materials floated behind her as she trotted along with a small smile.
"Oh you mean Rarity?"
>S: *sigh!* Yeah...isn't she just perfect?"
"I dunno...I guess?"
>Spike quickly snapped his head in your direction with an angry glare.
>S: "You guess? YOU GUESS!?"
"I mean, aren't you supposed to be interested in girl dragons or something?"
>S: "Pssh! Who needs girl dragons when there's *sigh!*...Rarity."
"But you're a dragon."
>S: "Yeah."
"And Rarity is a pony."
>S: "Okay?"
"You don't think it's kind of weird to have a romantic interest outside your own species?"
>S: "No, didn't you love somepony and didn't care what they looked liked?"
"I...don't have anybody I ever felt that way about."
>S: "Really? Nopony at all?"
"..."
>S: "Wow, what kind of world did you come from?"
"The kind that knows that a dragon and pony would only make a monster for a kid."
>S: "BLASPHEMY!"
>Spike suddenly spat a small green flame at your face that singed the tip of your nose; causing you to drop the small dragon.
"Augh! Son of a--"
>S: "TAKE THAT BACK!"
>Spike suddenly latched on to your face as you and him rolled on the ground wrestling each other.
"Give it up kid! You'll never get it on with her!"
>S: "Shut up! What would a guy who's never been in love know!?"
"Ugh! Get off my face!"
>S: "Not until you take back what you said!"
>You and Spike continued rolling around the front yard wrestling and calling names at each other; passing ponies that were on their way to the market plaza stopped and stared at the two of you.
>S: "Take back what you said you jerk!"
"NEVER, GET THE HELL OFF MY FACE!"
>Ts: "What are you two doing!?"
>You and Spike stop wrestling and look up to see Twilight glaring at the both of you from her bedroom window.
>S: "We were um, uhhh..having a polite discussion about romantic interests?"
>Ts: "Yeah... I'm not buying any of that."
>Twilight then ponted at Spike with her hoof.
>Ts: "Spike! You're supposed to be helping me around the Library while Anonymous is serving his community service."
>S: "But...*sigh*...I'm on my way..."
>You started snickering, but before Spike could retaliate Twilight had pointed to you and started yelling again.
>Ts: "And Anonymous! YOU are supposed to be helping deliver something over at the Sugarcube Corner!!"
"I--"
>Ts: "No excuses! Now both of you GET MOVING!"
>You and Spike both nod your heads agreement; as Spike runs in the house, you run towards Sugarcube Corner.
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>The market was busy with the usual hustle and bustle of ponies buying different goods from the variety of stands, and the sun was shining brightly as different size clouds were floating lazily across the sky.
>You were greeted left and right by smiling ponies that crossed your path; most of them have grown used to the sight of you and were even friendly or polite whenever they saw you.
>As you continued walking you wondered about what Spike was talking about earlier.
>You were so preoccupied with getting settled and used to this world that you didn't even think about the possibility of having a relationship.
>Was it even possible for you to be in a romantic relationship with a pony?
>After all, humans and ponies are two completely different species.
>Though if you truly loved someone or somepony would it matter?
>You take a breath and clear you head of the unnecessary thoughts; deciding that it would be another one of those things you'll handle when and if they happen.
>After a while you notice a large familiar looking dessert shaped store coming into view with a large line of ponies and stallions extending from the entrance.
"Heh, still as busy as ever I see."
>There was a high demand for sweets in Equestria since that was about forty nine percent of ponies main diet; so, you doubt the Sugarcube Corner would ever have to worry about going out of business.
>You were getting ready to squeeze by the line when Rainbow Dash exited with a pastry in her mouth.
>Rainbow Dash(Rd): "Thanks again Pinkie!"
>Upon seeing you Rainbow Dash stopped in her tracks; you and her stood there in silence before she dropped her pastry in shock.
"I made an exception with your visit to Twilight, but this is different Dash."
>Rd: "Uh-oh...look dude I know I agreed to do that thing, but--"
"We had an agreement Dash, and I won."
>Rd: "You can't seriously want me to do... 'that', right?"
>An evil shadow spread across your face as you made a crooked smile.
"You mean be my personal slave for a day? I'm afraid I'm very serious Dash; very serious indeed."
>You started laughing maniacally as your eyes stretched wide.
"Gehahahah! Imagine it Dash! Me, ordering you to tell everypony in town that you suck!! Or I could dress you up in a nice french maid costume and have you do anything anypony asks you to!! The possibilities are endless!! GAHAHAHAHAH!!!"
>Rainbow Dash started backing away with a worried look.
>Rd: "Dude calm down, ponies are starting to look."
>Ponies and stallions started backing away with worried expressions as well.
"CALM!? I AM CALM!! SEE HOW CALM I AM!?!? AHAHAHA!!"
>Pinkie Pie(Pp): "MUAHAHAH!!"
"AHAHAHA!!"
>Pp: "HUAHAHAHA!!"
>You notice Pinkie Pie standing next to you; mimicking your evil laugh and crazy pose.
"AHAHAH-- Wait what the hell? Where did you come from Pinkie?"
>Pp: "Hey Anon! I saw you laughing and posing and it looked like fun so I joined in! MUAHAHAH--"
"Pinkie don't just bud in; can't you see I've got Dash cornered?"
>Pp: "Silly filly! Dash just flew away while we were both laughing!"
"What!?"
>You look back to see an empty space and abandoned pastry where Rainbow Dash was standing.
"Damn, I'll get her next time."
>Pp: "So are you here to help me get these cakes to Canterlot Anon?"
"Yep, so let's get started."
>Pinkie then did a back flip in the air as she giggled loudly.
>Pp: "That's the spirit Anon!"
>You followed Pinkie Pie into Sugarcube Corner as you both started the delivery to Canterlot.
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>Pinkie Pie(Pp): "The train station is just past this part of Ponyville Anon!"
>You were carrying a large box of cakes that had to be delivered to the palace as Pinkie bounced beside you.
>Pinkie was one of the first ponies you met since coming here; approaching you with the same happy go lucky attitude she has today. As her poofy pink hair was wobbling with each bounce Pinkie was rambling a mile a minute, but you didn't mind listening to her; she has a way of making everything seem funner and brighter.
>Pp: "That's when vanilla cream flew EVERYWHERE! Walls, tables, counters, stove, and ceiling were coated in white cream, and some had fell on my legs!"
"So then what happened?"
>Pp: "I cleaned up the mess and went to get more ingredients from the storage room, but before I could get to the door Mr. & Mrs. Cake stopped me and asked what I was doing making all that noise in the kitchen."
"Uh-huh."
>Pp: "So I said I was making a special cream pie and that they could join in if they wanted, so for a minute they looked at my legs and then asked if I was serious. That's when I said 'of course I'm serious!'. Then they started whispering to each other about something; when they were done Mr. Cake asked me where I wanted it."
"Ummm Pinkie--"
>Pp: "Hold on Anon let me finish! Mr. Cake asked where I wanted it, and that's when I told him 'in my face of course! I already got all I need on my legs!'".
"Pinkie I don't think you're realizing what they mea--"
>Pp: "Almost done Anon! So, they followed me into the kitchen and all of a sudden Mr.Cake got all excited and said 'let's get this party started!' and rips off his apron! Ms.Cake was getting shy and said she didn't normally do this kind of partying."
>You were afraid to ask what happened next, but curiosity got the better of you.
"So then?"
>Pp: "That's when I turn around with the pie, and ask them what kind of party they were talking about *giggle* and then that's when I realized what they REALLY meant."
"Wow, that's a hell of a misunderstanding..."
>Pinkie collapsed to the ground laughing and holding her sides.
>Pp: "I know! Can you believe they thought I was throwing the pie a party and I invited them!? HA! I mean I've thrown some pretty crazy parties, but a party for a pie!?"
>You look seriously concerned for a minute before bursting out in laughter with Pinkie.
"Hahah! Okay Pinkie, you got me...but did they really think you were throwing the pie a party?"
>Pinkie stopped laughing and looked at you with confusion.
>Pp: "What else would they mean?"
"Uh, nothing...they must've thought you meant a party."
>Suddenly Pinkie gasped and stopped dead in her tracks with a mortified expression.
"Something wrong Pinkie?"
>Pp: "Oh my Celestia, I FORGOT!"
"Forgot wha---"
>Pp: "I FORGOT ABOUT YOUR WELCOME TO PONYVILLE PARTY!!"
"Oh, is that it? It's no big deal."
>Pp: "No big deal!? Are you crazy!? Throwing parties IS a big deal when you're talking to Pinkie Pie!!"
"Pinkie I don't need a welcoming party; and I owe you enough as it is."
>Pp: "But--"
"No Pinkie."
>Suddenly Pinkie's puffy mane fell straight and turned a couple of shades darker than it's usual light pink color; her coat also took on a similar grayish shade of pink as her eyes began to water.
>Pp: "B-but I had all these plans for your party, and I *sniff* was gonna invite everypony so they could *sniff* get to know you..."
>Pinkie began sniffling as tears formed at the edge of her sparking blue eyes.
"Alright! Alright! You can throw me a party! Just please, stop crying."
>Pp: "A-are you *sniff* sure?"
"Yes! Just...stop making that face, please."
>Just as fast as it deflated her mane puffed back up with renewed color as a wide smile formed on Pinkie's mouth.
>Pp: "Thanks Anon! You won't regret it!"
"Damn ponies with their heartbreaking sad faces..."
>Pp: "What was that Anon?"
"Nothing."
>Pp: "Oh! Oh! There goes the train!"
>Sure enough as you and Pinkie stepped on the platform a bright golden train with a purple outline pulled up; a yellow colored stallion wearing a red coat with a matching hat stepped out of the train with a grin.
>"All aboard the Royal Garden Express! Next stop: Canterlot!"
>Pp: "C'mon Anonymous! Get your rear in gear!"
"Yeah, yeah, yeah..."
>You and Pinkie boarded the train along with all the other passengers, and with a loud screech of a train whistle you were both on the way to Canterlot.
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>It's been a little over a month since your crash landing near Canterlot, but the city is just as big and bright as you remember it. The train passed by tall buildings and fancy shops filled with nothing but high class looking ponies and stallions wearing suits and dresses that looked really expensive.
>The city was nice to look at, but it seemed to have a sort of stuck up atmosphere; Celestia knew what she was doing when she sent you to Ponyville instead of Canterlot city.
>Pinkie was sitting in the opposite seat of you 'ohhing' and 'ahhing' at the different size buildings and sites the train was passing.
>She was acting like it was her first time in Canterlot, but you remember her mentioning something about a grand galloping something that she, Twilight and the rest would go to every year.
>Suddenly the cart door swung open as the same stallion from earlier walked into the center isle and started speaking.
>"Next stop: Canterlot Gardens! You got a real treat in for you if this is anyponys first time visiting! The hedges coming up are all works of art by...."
>You stopped listening at that point since you had already seen the gardens for yourself, so you gazed out the window; looking at the tall statues and pony shaped hedges that started coming into view.
>As the train came to a stop near the palace garden Pinkie skipped out of the train with you lugging a large box behind her.
>For a box of cakes it was as heavy as a large rock, and when you peeked in you saw nothing but strawberry shortcakes.
>Who the hell orders forty strawberry shortcakes at once?
>Pp: "C'mon Anon! We're almost there!"
>Pinkie Pie happily skipped up the stairs and past the courtyard while humming loudly.
"Hey wait up! Some of us are carrying ridiculously heavy cakes!"
>It took some time with the large box you were lugging, but eventually you caught up with Pinkie as the two of you approached two golden armored gaurds that stood in front of the palace gate.
>One guard stepped forward with a blank expression as he observed you and Pinkie.
>"State your business."
>Pp: "Hiya Mr.Guard! We're here to drop off an order made to the Sugarcube Corner in Ponyville!"
>The guard looked at Pinkie, then to the box, and finally at you with the sane blank expression.
>"Who's the big guy with the box?"
>Pp: "Oh you mean Anonymous? He's here to help with the delivery! He was assigned to help me by Princess Ce--"
>"I only see a Pinkamena Diane Pie on the list for visitors."
"Well that can't be right, I'm supposed to help deliver this so I can earn some hours off my community service."
>"Look buddy, I don't care about your personal problems; the list doesn't have anybody named Anonymous on it."
"C'mon man, can't you cut me a break? It was a three hour train ride here."
>"I don't see your name, so you don't get to enter."
"But--"
>"Not."
"I--"
>"ON."
"You--"
>"THE LIST!'
>There was no getting past this guard; so, you and Pinkie are now currently standing outside the main palace gate with a large box of cakes and no way to get in.
"Pinkie, you should just go in and complete the order since your name is on the list."
>Pp: "We came here together! So we should complete the delivery together! You lugged that box all the way from Ponyville, and it's not fair that you came all this way just be turned around by some grumpy gaurd!"
>Pinkie then stuck out her tounge at the guard; who sat there at attention with the same emotionless expression they all seem to share.
>Pp: "Hmpf! If only there was a way we could get in..."
"Unless we sneak in I don't really see how."
>Pinkie stared at you with her mouth open wide like she just discovered something amazing.
"What?"
>Pp: "That's it! Anon you're a genius!!"
"What is it?"
>Pp: "Listen up Anon! We're gonna get into that palace..."
>Pinkie pulled a pair of goggles out from behind her back and strapped them across her face.
"How did you--?"
>Pp: "Pinkie Style!!"
>You did not like where this was going.
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Anonymous and Pinkie are standing a few feet aways from the palace gate; Pinkie is currently latched on to Anonymous's leg with large goggles strapped across her face.
"You shure this idea of yours is gonna work Pinkie?"
>Pinkie Pie(Pp): "Yep! Just trust me Anon! I'll make an itsy-bitsy teeny-weeny distraction, and when that happens you just ease past the mean guards; then we deliver the cakes, and we go home and party!"
"Fine, but let's try not to make a scene; I've got enough incidents over my head as it is."
>Pp: "Okie doki loki!!"
"Alright, here goes..."
Anonymous closed his eyes as he revved his right leg up to thirty percent, causing it to give off waves of heat.
"Ready Pinkie?"
>Pp: "Fire away!!"
Anonymous then launched Pinkie into the air; as she flew across the sky and over the palace gate a distant 'weeeee' could be heard from the pink mare.
Anonymous was worried for a minute about whether or not Pinkie would do something crazy, but decided that for now it was best to just trust her.
"*sigh* After all, it's just a little bit of sneaking. What's the worst that could happen?"
That's when the palace gate exploded.
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End Of Chapter 14: Special Delivery