A Heartwarming Cup of Coffee 1

>"Well? Which one, Anon?"
>"Yeah, which one of us has the juicier plot?"
>you are Anon.
>and you are currently in danger of being squished by the two most glorious pony butts you have ever seen.
>you'd be in paradise, if they weren't fighting over you.
>as the two mare's continue bickering amongst themselves, you start to wonder how you ended up in this situation.
>it probably started about a month ago.


>just another day in Ponyville.
>when suddenly...
>your front door slams open from the outside.
"That's it, I'm moving!"
>you are Anon, and you're tired of life in Ponyville.
>as you walk into your house, your clothes singed and smoking a bit, you are followed inside by a panicky purple princess.
>"Come on, Anon. You can't be serious."
>she trots right behind you as you make your way to your room.
"I can't be anymore serious. Ever since I got here, I've been in the middle of every catastrophe that's hit this country."
>you grab a suitcase and start putting clothes into it.
>"It's not as bad as you make it out to be."
>you stop packing and turn towards Twilight.
"First, I was captured by changelings and was almost queeny chow before the day was saved."
>"That's one tim-"
"Second, I was almost crushed by rampaging crystals."
>"Anon, plea-"
>you put your finger to her lips the shush her.
"Third, I was almost violated by these knarly black vines, and not in a good way."
>she rolls her eyes and turns away from you.
"And just now, I was hiding in your library from the centaur from hell, and right before it gets blown to bits, you save the owl."
>she turns to you, a look of sadness on her eyes.
>"I didn't know you were in there."
>you turn and resume your packing.
"I know, you told me. And I forgive you, but that doesn't change my mind."
>she walks up to your side and looks up at you as you finish packing.
>"Then tell me one thing."
>you close your suitcase, and turn towards her.
>"Where are you planning on going?"
>…
>you didn't think that far ahead.
"I don't... no clue, Twi."
>she puts her head down and sighs.
>she looks like she is about to say something, when a voice comes from your living room.
>"I may be able to help with that, darling."
>you both turn towards the door to see Rarity standing at your bedroom door.
>Twilight responds first.
>"How long have you been there!?"
>"Long enough, my dear."
"And how might you help me in this situation?"
>"Well, it depends on where you want to go."
>pushing your suitcase aside, you sit down on your bed.
"I don't care where, just anyplace that's not Ponyville."
>"Good, that's just what I wanted to hear. Now if you'll give me just a moment on the phone, I'll let you know if I can help."
>with that, she trots off to use your phone.
>you look over to Twilight who returns your gaze with one of sadness.
>sighing, you put your hand on her shoulder.
"Listen Twilight, Ponyville has been fun, but I want to get out there and see other cities."
>"I know, but do you really have to go?"
>as you're about to respond, Rarity walks back into your bedroom.
>"Alright, It's done, Anonymous. I called an acquaintance of mine in Manehattan, and he knows of an apartment complex that would be suitable for you."
>"That is if you are comfortable with it not being in the more... cultural part of the city."
>you shake your head slightly while chuckling softly.
"Rarity, when have I ever been one to prefer living the high life? As long as it's a roof over my head, I'll be happy."
>clearly, this was the response she wanted.
>"Good, I'm glad you accept. Now, onto my requirements to finish this."
>so much for generosity.
"What do you want?"
>"Nothing much. Just stay in Ponyville until the day after tomorrow, so we girls can all give you a proper farewell."
>you ponder this for a second.
"Ah, what the hell. I'll stay, but only as long as there are no more attempts to make me stay."
>you notice Twilight hasn't attempted to speak this entire time.
>Rarity walks over to Twilight, and starts to pull her from your room.
>"Perfect, now Twilight and I shall leave you to properly pack, and we will start the preparations for your farewell."
>you wave to them as they leave.
"Bye girls. See you later then."
>Rarity waves back.
>"Goodbye, Anonymous."
>you hear a very halfhearted "Bye" from Twilight.
>as they leave your house, you turn your attention back to your suitcase.
>well, might as well pack this thing properly.
>who knows, this moving thing could be fun.

>this moving thing sucked.
>the past couple days were fun at least.
>Pinkie's party sure was a blast.
>even if it lasted the whole day.
>in your house.
>well, former house.
>you're currently on the train to Manehattan.
>and it has been a long and boring ride.
>but it should almost be over.
>proof of that is what you see in the distance.
>as the city's landscape begins to appear on the horizon, you think back to what Rarity told you earlier in the day.

>"Now remember, when you get off at the station, there will be a pony waiting for you. You remember Coco Pommel, yes?"
"Oh, Coco? Yeah, haven't seen her for a while, though."
>Rarity stands next to you on the platform.
>the other girls have already said their goodbyes.
>and it's not like you weren't going to keep in touch.
>"Good, you remember her. She will take you to the apartments. So keep an eye out for her. Poor girl still has confidence issues in crowded places."
>the train lets out a whistle right before the conducter calls out all aboard.
"Looks like that's my que. Thank you again, Rarity."
>"No need to thank me. Now move along before you're to late."
>you make your way onto the train and find a seat.
>the window is open, so you call out to Rarity.
"Bye Rarity. I'll give you a call tonight to let you know I made it."
>she waves her hoof at you.
>"Goodbye Anonymous. Have fun in the city."
>with that, you take a seat as she leaves the station.

>the doors open up, and you step out onto the platform.
>you notice that the Manehattan station is a lot busier that Ponyville.
>as you make your way into the lobby, you keep an eye out for that familiar hair color and red flower.
>and you see the pony they belong to on a bench by the corner of the room.
>making your way over to Coco, you notice that she has her head down and is trembling slightly.
>she doesn't notice you walk up beside her, so you decide to have some fun.
"Hey there, little cutie. How's about you and I head back to my place for some gud fug."
>she tenses up at the sound of your voice, but still doesn't look up.
>"S-sorry, but I'm waiting to meet somepony."
"I know, that's why I'm here."
>she shoots her head up and finally looks at you.
>her look of fear turns into mock frustration.
>"Anon! You jerk! You scared the life out of me "
>she playfully smacks your leg before laughing.
>you can't help but join in.
>fun fact: you and Coco became good friends last time you were here.
>you'd even go so far as to consider her a 'bro', so to speak.
>the laughter dies down pretty quick.
"So, you're gonna be taking me to my new housing?"
>she hops off the bench and turns towards the exit.
>"Yes, but we have to hurry, I have a busy schedule tonight."
>she starts off towards the exit.
>luggage in hand, you follow right after her.
>a few minutes after you both leave the station, she stops at what looks like a coffee shop.
>AppleBucks... how quaint.
>Coco turns towards you before speaking.
>"I'm gonna get myself a cup of coffee real quick. The apartments are just a couple more blocks down, but you can join me if you want."
"Sure."
>as she opens the door, a little bell rings, signaling your arrival.
>you hear a mare's voice call out from somewhere in the shop.
>"I'll be with you in just a minute!"
>as Coco heads to the counter, you take notice of the shop.
>it's a small little coffee shop, a couple of booths against the wall, and three little tables in the middle.
>behind the counter is the usual coffee making items, albeit different due to being made by pony's.
>and there looks to be a back storage room.
>must be where the voice came from.
>it appears that you two are the only customers.
>and judging by all the chairs on the tables, the shop's about to close.
>you stay by the door as Coco waits at the counter.
>you don't have to wait long as the mare who called out earlier comes out of the back room.
>she's a unicorn, with blue eyes, a light tan coat and a coffee brown mane with what looks like cream colored streaks mixed in.
>she has a green apron on and SWEET JESUS LOOK AT THAT ASS!
>she has hips that are about twice as wide as her waist.
>every step has a sway that just exudes an innocent sexiness with just the barest hint of jiggle.
>you're shaken from your trance when the butt goddess speaks up.
>"Sorry about that, I was just doing some last minute... Oh, hi Coco! I thought you weren't going to show up tonight."
>"Yeah, I had to pick my friend up from the train station tonight."
>the pony looks behind Coco and sees you by the door.
>"Wow, you're different. Hi there."
>she says this with the sweetest little smile.
"Uh... hi."
>"So, what can I get you two?"
>Coco looks back at you.
>"Well, I'll get my usaul, do you want anything?"
>she gestures to the menu on the wall behind the counter.
"Oh. Umm... yeah. I'll just have a hot cocoa."
>the barista pony gets a big shit eating grin.
>"Well you don't have to order that from me. She's right here in front of you."
>both Coco and yourself turn a deep shade of red.
>"I-It's not l-like that!"
"Hold on there. We're just friends, nothing more miss..."
>the mare looks surprised for a second.
>"Oh I'm sorry. Java. Java Chip. And I'm sorry about that. I'm just playing around."
"Anonymous. Anon for short. And it's ok."
>"But you are kinda cute, Anon. So watch yourself. Anyway, I'll have your orders ready in a minute."
>you turn your attention to Coco, who is still blushing.
"Is she always like this?"
>Coco just nods slightly.
>pretty soon you both have your drinks and are heading out the door.
>Java calls out to you as you leave.
>"Bye Coco, have a nice night. And bye Anon, don't be a stranger."
>Coco is quiet as she leads you to the apartments, so you decide to break the silence.
"Isn't it a little late for coffee?"
>"Not right now. We just took a big job order, and to help speed it up, I offered to work nights to get the more delicate designs done while its quiet. So i get one every night to help me focus."
>you're about a block to the complex.
"Ah, I see. And your friend with the plot from heaven?"
>"Figures you'd notice that. Java's nice. And she means well. Well, we're here."
>Coco walks up to the door and opens it for you.
>you both make your way inside and up three flights of stairs.
>you walk down the hallway to your apartment.
>apartment 3C.
>Coco pulls a key out of her scarf and opens the door for you.
>it's a simple little place.
>living room is a pretty fair size.
>a single couch is in the middle of it.
>there is a kitchenette off to one side, and on another, a door leading to the bedroom with what looks like a queen size bed in it.
>when putting your luggage in the bedroom, you see another door leading to the bathroom.
"Hmm, it's simple... I love it."
>as you leave the room, you see Coco has put your drink on a little half wall that seperates the living room and kitchen.
>"Well, I'm glad you like it. Unfortunately, I have to get to work, so I'll see you around then?"
"Yeah, we'll get together someday. Well, I too must depart. There is a bed in there that is calling to my name. So, I bid you goodnight."
>Coco giggles at your display before heading to the door.
>you follow her out into the hallway.
>"Goodnight Anon. See you later."
"Night Coco."
>she makes her way to the stairs and starts heading down.
>as you turn back to your apartment, you notice that your neighbor across the hall's door is slightly open.
>as you take notice, you hear a gasp before it gets slammed shut.
>you could have sworn you saw a reddish-orange eye looking at you before it closed.
>oh well, no time to worry about it tonight.
>after you go back in your room, you unpack your phone and make a quick call back to Ponyville, before heading to bed.
>as you lay in bed, you wonder what could be in store for you in the city.
>well, whatever it is, I'm sure you'll have a blast.