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>Be anon
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>Somehow get to Equestria
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>You fucked up.
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>Upon arrival, you have nothing but what you had on you.
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>You don't know if you'll ever be able to show your face around your family ever again after what you pulled.
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>A wallet filled with now useless currency and identification, your keys, and a candy wrapper.
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>Your car begins to vibrate as a low bass sound hits your ears.
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>You look around the area. 
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>You pull back onto the center of the road; its not the time to think, focus on driving.
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>You can see a forest, mountains, and what looks to be a village.
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>You shouldn't even be driving right now; the family reunion goes on for another two days.
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>Heading towards civilization seems like a good idea, maybe you can get an idea as to where you are.
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>It gets hard to see, but its hard to tell if the rain got heavier or if its the tears you've been fighting off this whole time.
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>Its short walk though what appeared to be the morning hours, but it could just as easily be evening.
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>After fumbling around for a few seconds, you put the wipers at full speed.
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>You stop at the villages edge after you see a mint-colored unicorn levitating something in front of it.
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>Doesn't help much, so you turn on the brights.
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>It sees you as well, the shock causing it to wide-eyed and drop whatever is was.. holding? 
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>The light doesn't go far before its consumed in the dark of night.
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>It doesn't look terrified at the strange creature that had just walked into town, no, it looks rather excited.
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>Whats the point in trying anymore?
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>Before you can react, you're on the ground, pinned down by the unicorn.
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>The only people you could ever reach out to will just shun you.
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>"Are you a human?!?" it asks in a feminine voice.
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>They're never going to forget what you did, yet they will never speak of you again.
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>So its a she and it can talk your language. 
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>You see a pair of lights further down the road.
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>What are the odds?
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>Is life really worth living; knowing that the only people you could ever rely on never want to see you again?
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"Umm... yeah? Where exactly am I? I never knew there was a land of talking unicorns on Earth."
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>Its hard to see through rain and your tears, the only visible thing being the not-so-distant headlights from the other vehicle.
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>"Earth? is that where humans are from?!?" she says in an increasingly excited tone.
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"Fuck it."
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"Are you saying I'm NOT on Earth? Look here, miss... uhh..."
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>You pull your vehicle over into the other lane, seconds before you pass what is now obviously a large truck.
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>"My names Lyra, Lyra Hearstrings."
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>The truck driver had to time to react before you slammed into him, gas pedal glued to the floor.
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"Okay, Lyra, if I'm not on Earth, then where exactly am I?" You say, brushing her off of you and standing up.
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>There is nothing but light, and then darkness.
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>"You're in Equestria! A place where humans are, or were, just myths!"
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"Equestria? Whats next, a city named Ponyville?"
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>Beep... Beep... Beep...
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>"Umm... that's where you are right now. Ponyville."
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>You hear what sounds like some form of life support.
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"Wha-.. you know what, never mind. What time is it?"
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>"He appears to be fine, other than the fact the was in a coma when you found him. Where did you find him again?"
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>"Its uhh... about six in the afternoon."
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>"Just laying on the side of the road, near the outskirts of Ponyville."
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"Great. I'll need to find a hotel or something soon. You know where a hotel is?"
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>"Were there any magical items near where you found him?"
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>"Ponyville doesn't have a hotel right now. OOH! I know! You could stay with me and Bon Bon!"
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>"Nothing."
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"Bon Bon?"
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>Ponyville? Where the hell is that, and how did you get there?
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>"Yeah! Shes my roomate! It'll be neat to have a human stay with us!"
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>The last thing you can remember is driving into a truck.
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>Shrugging, not knowing what else there is to do, you agree with her. 
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>How did you walk away from that, especially without injury?
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>Well, there's only one way to find out at this point.
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>She tells you to follow her and starts bouncing down the road, overflowing with excitement.
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>You slowly open your eyes, the bright light assaulting your contracted pupils.
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>You arrive at a two story house with a thatched roof, from which you can smell a faint hint of chocolate.
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"The fuck?"
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"Is that chocolate I smell? I didn't think another world, or maybe even universe, would have chocolate."
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>Your whispers caught the attention of the two miniature horses in front of you.
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>"Mhmm. My roommates a candy maker. C'mon, let me introduce you to her." 
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>One of them is white with a pale-pink mane and tail; while the other one is a minty-green with a light-baby blue and white mane and tail.
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>She motions to the now open door which is glowing a golden color, like her horn.
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"What is this place?"
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>You're going to get fat if you're not careful with how much candy you eat.
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>They both just stand there, mouths agape, until the white one breaks the silence.
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>The moment you step inside the house, you are assaulted with delightful smells. 
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>"Umm.. W-well you're in the P-ponyville medical center, in Ponyville, Equestria."
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>Chocolate, strawberries, vanilla, and so much more you can't even name.
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"And how exactly did I get here?"
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>You close your eyes and take a deep breath though your nose. 
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>"Nopony has any idea, even Celestia couldn't figure out where you came from."
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>It sorta reminds you of a candy shop from when you were a kid.
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"Cele... you know what? Don't tell me, it wont help. Since you can't tell how I got here, I guess there's no way back..."
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>"Lyra! What is this... thing you brought in here! I told you not to bring strange creatures into the house!"
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>Your eyes shoot open and you see a tan pony with a blue and pink mane shouting and scowling at Lyra. 
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>The greenish one speaks up.
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>That must be Bon Bon.
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>"Umm... what should we call you?"
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>"Bon Bon, he's a human! He can even talk our language! Plus, he wont hurt us. He didn't fight back when I tackled him. Now calm down. I told him that he could stay here for the night."
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"My name is Anon E. Mous."
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>"You told him WHAT?!?" she said stomping one of her front hooves. "Lyra, you can't just invite complete strangers into our home, that's dangerous!"
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>"Well i-its nice to meet you, Anon. My name is Lyra Heartstrings."
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>"I already told you he wont hurt us. Plus, where else is he going to stay? Its getting late and he probably doesn't have any money."
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>"And umm... I'm Nurse Redheart. Do you have any pre-existing medical conditions I should know about?"
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>"Ugh. Fine. But if he touches a SINGLE piece of my chocolate, he's out! You already know I make too man exceptions for you."
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"Well, I'm allergic to horse fur."
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>"Yeah, yeah, yeah, I'll tell him. Now let me introduce you, after all, he is a guest here."
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>At this, Nurse Redheart's stethoscope falls to the floor as she jumps with a mixture of fear and surprise.
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>The duo head your way, Lyra smiling with glee while Bon Bon's face remained cold.
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>Her hoof is pressed against her chest and she is breathing hard.
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>"Bon Bon, this is... uhhh.. whats your name?"
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>Its also obvious that Lyra is holding back her laughter.
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>"You don't even know his name?!?"
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>After a moment, Nurse Redheart looked at Lyra, and could see that her snout is scrunched up.
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"Anon M. Nous, but just call me Anon," Interrupting before they could argue again.
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>She just glares at Lyra, clearly unhappy with the joke.
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>This just makes it even better to Lyra; it isn't long before she starts to crack.
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>"Well, I'm Bon Bon. I'm assuming you heard what I said about my chocolate?"
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>Nurse Redheart turns towards you, shooting daggers from her eyes.
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"I heard you loud and clear. No touching the chocolate."
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>"Well, if you're willing to make jokes about your-
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>"You'd better not. Well, now that's over with, I'm going off to bed. Lyra, show Anon where he will be sleeping."
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>Lyra's laughter cut Nurse Redheart's sentence short, which prompts Nurse Redheart to glare at her again.
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>She leaves the room and heads upstairs, presumably to her bedroom.
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>She calms down after a few moments, clearly starting to feel a litte uncomfortable with the Nurses' stare.
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"Is she always like that?"
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>Nurse Redheart turns back towards you, still aggravated with your shenanigans. 
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>"Nah. She's just really uptight about things. Once you get to know her she's a big softy."
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>"As I was saying, you must be healthy if you're willing to make jokes."
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"I'll believe it when I see it. So where am I sleeping?"
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"As healthy as can be. Now, where am I going to be staying?"
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>"On the couch. Let me show you."
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>"Lyra and I spoke about this; she agreed to let you stay with her, at least until you can get your own home."
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>She leads you into a room on your right, where there's a coffee table, some end tables, and, of course, a decently sized sofa.
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>"I figured it was only right since I found you."
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>"Here you are! Let me go get you a blanket and some pillows."
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>You spin yourself so that your feet are on the floor beside the bed and stand up.
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>She walks back out of the room and turns the same way Bon Bon went. 
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"Well, thank you Nurse for taking care of me. Now, Lyra, show me the way."
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>You hear a door open and shut before she returns with a blanket and a pillow floating beside her.
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>You follow her out of the medical center and onto the earthen streets of Ponyville.
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>"Since it doesn't seem like you have any other clothes, we will have to get some custom made tomorrow."
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"Sounds like a plan. Night Lyra"
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>The first thing you notice is the smell.
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>"Good night Anon."
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>Or, the smells, rather.
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>An assortment of flowers, from roses to tulips, graced your nose with their enchanting scent.
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>When you wake up the next morning, Bon Bon is already working on crafting her confections.
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>Herbs and spices from restaurants are floating through the air, making your mouth water.
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>The smell is even stronger than when you entered last night, and you're practically drooling.
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>The smell of candy and freshly baked pastries drift in and out of your nostrils, tempting you every which way.
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>No wonder Bon Bon said that Lyra had touched her candy a few times.
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>Then you notice the colors.
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>You sit up and rub your eyes, the blanket falling off your upper body.
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>The inhabitants, ponies you assume, are a full spectrum of colors.
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>You get up and follow the tantalizing smell of melted chocolate to the kitchen.
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>The buildings are all unique in their own way, yet blend together in a magnificent manner.
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>Since yo have nothing to do until Lyra takes you to Rarity's, you just watch Bon Bon do her thing.
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>Then comes the sound.
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>While doing so, you notice a small mark on the sides of her flanks that look like three wrapped candies.
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>Birds are singing their songs, as if they are single choir.
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>You begin to wonder what those are for when you feel something poking your side.
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>The friendly chatter coming from the ponies feels upbeat and welcoming.
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>Lyra is behind you trying to get your attention. "Morning sleepyhead. Travelling between world must take a lot out of you, since you slept in later than me."
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>Then comes touch.
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>"That's unheard of around here," added Bon Bon while stirring some sugary mix.
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>The warm sun is washing over your body from above.
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"I think it was being tackled to the ground that took the most out of me."
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>A cool breeze occasionally rolls over your body, abating the Sun's heat. 
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>Heh. I'm sorry. I get a bit crazy whenever humans are mentioned, and seeing one made me just lose my marbles for a minute."
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>Its a sensory overload, taking it all in.
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>"A bit crazy?"
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>You hardly notice the cozy-looking bungalow Lyra is leading you towards; except you bump into a small, decorative fence outside the home.
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>"Fine, I'm obsessed."
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>"Well, this is where you'll be staying; let me show you in."
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"What time is it anyways?"
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>Looking down, you notice something new about her.
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>"Its about one thirty."
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>Shes a unicorn.
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"I slept in that late? Wow."
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>Now that you think about, you saw other ponies with horns.
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>"Yeah, we had best get a move on in case Rarity feels like closing early today. She does that when she has a big order to fill."
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>It doesn't seem out of place in a land of colorful talking horses.
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>You yawn, as you're still a little groggy from sleeping. 
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>You also notice a strange marking on her side, towards her tail.
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"Well then, lets get a move on." 
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>It looks something like a golden lyre.
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>You and Lyra head out the door and onto the earthen Ponyville streets.
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"Hey, whats with the marking near your tail?"
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>"That thing? Its what we ponies call a 'cutie mark.' It symbolizes out special talent."
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>The streets had plenty of ponies going about, but it was nothing compared to a big city.
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"Are you born with it? Seems kinda like cheating."
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>"Rarity's boutique is just down the road."
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>"Nah. We have to figure out what our special talent is to get them. If you couldn't tell, mine is playing the lyre."
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>You follow Lyra as she begins to circumvent vendor stalls.
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>Its about a five minute walk to the boutique, which was drawn out by the heavy traffic.
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"Nice little place you got here; how long have you been here?"
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>The building is tall, and looks a bit like a carousel, which is explained when you see a sign that read "Carousel Boutique."
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>"I've been living in Ponyville for a couple years now, but I only just recently moved into this house."
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>Whoever decorated the place definitely made it stand out.
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>She opened a door pulled out some blankets and sheets with... her... glowy golden thing.
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>Lyra opened the door, which caused a small bell to ring. "You coming?"
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"What the hell did you just do?"
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>You walk into the boutique, and the first thing you see is mirrors. Tons and tons of mirrors. Guess it only makes sense since the place sells clothes.
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>"What do mean? I just just opened the closet and got some sheets out, nothing special."
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>"Welcome to Carousel Boutique, where every garment is chic, unique, and magnifique! My name is Rarity, how may I be of service today," chimed a new voice.
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"Yeah, but you did it without touching it. The stuff just started to glow and move around."
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>"Hi Rarity. My friend here, Anon, needs some new clothes, but there aren't any clothes errr... suited to him in Ponyville, so we need them custom made."
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>"Wait, you don't know what magic is?"
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>You could hear there conversation, yet you couldn't see them. 
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"Magic? Where I come from, the only 'magic' we have is parlor tricks, it ain't real."
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>They must be behind one of the many curtains around the room.
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>She shut the door and turned down the hall.
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>"Why, of course! Where is this 'Anon' fellow of yours?"
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>"No magic? That sounds pretty boring."
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>"He should be by the doorway. Oh, and don't freak out when you see him."
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"There's plenty of stuff to do in my world without fancy magic. Although, it is pretty cool."
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>"Now darling, why in Equestria would I 'freak out'?"
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>"Telekinesis? That's basic stuff. There's way neater stuff that other ponies can do."
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>"Just promise me you won't."
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>She opens a door, revealing a room with a bare mattress resting on a low-lying bed frame.
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>"I promise dear."
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"What do you mean by 'basic stuff.'"
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>"More advanced magic users can do things like teleport, or give themselves wings, or even to other ponies that don't have wings."
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>They step out from a curtain on your left, and immediately you hear a shriek.
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"Wait, ponies that don't have wings? There are ponies that can fly?"
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>"W-what is that... thing? Its unlike anything I have ever seen!"
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>Still using her magic, she begins to make your bed.
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>She is starting to backpedal with a look of horror on her face.
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>"Yeah, they're called pegasi; that's enough about Equestria."
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>"Rarity! Calm down! He's a human!"
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>She put the finishing touches on the bed and turned around to face you.
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>"A human?!? Those things are only myths! There's no WAY one of them could be in my shop!" 
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>"Why are you wearing clothes? Were you some kind of formal event before you got here?"
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>She is continuing to back up, approaching a mirror.
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"Sorta, but humans were clothes all the time, since we don't really have a fur coat or the like."
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>You see what is about to happen, so you sprint slightly towards one side and then angle in at Rarity's side as she continues to move backwards. 
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>"Really? Well, we might need to get you some clothes then."
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>She runs into a massive mirror and it begins to fall.
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"I don't think that anyone will have anything my size, or shape really."
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>You dive towards her with your arms stretched out, prepared to grab her.
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>"I know somepony who can probably custom-make something; that will have to be tomorrow though, its starting to get late."
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>You grab her and tuck her against your chest as you roll out of the way.
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>Sure enough, you look out of the window in the room, and the edge of the moon was starting to peek over the horizon
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>A loud crash comes from behind you as the mirror hits the floor.
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>"Goodnight, Anon."
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>Lyra had fallen back on her haunches at the spectacle and just sat their wide eyed.
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"See you in the morning."
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>Rarity was in tears; too paralyzed with fear to react to you holding her.
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>With that, she shuts the door with her magic and walks away.
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>You did the only thing you could think of and began to stroke her eloquently groomed mane.
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>You strip yourself down to your boxers and slip under the covers.
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"Calm down Rarity. I'm not going to hurt you. There's no need to be afraid."
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>The beds a little too small, but you can deal with it.
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>This goes on for a few minutes until Rarity calmed down enough to move again.
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>You let her go and she levitated a box of tissues to her.
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>It's morning now, and you're awake.
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>She began to wipe the tears and smeared makeup away as she said, "Oh dear, I apologize for that... display. I just wasn't expecting a strange creature to be in my boutique."
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>You have no idea what time it is, and you don't give a fuck; it's too early in time.
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"Its fine. I understand how people, and I guess ponies, can be when it comes to a potentially dangerous being."
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>You shift your feet to the side of the bed, as to get up.
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>"No. Its not fine. I owe you putting up with that uncouth behavior."
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>Upon getting about half-way up, you fall back onto the bed.
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"Really? I cause you to break what appeared to be a rather expensive mirror-"
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>The damn thing is really low to the ground.
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>"That was completely my fault, darling. My actions lead to this and your actions saved me from it. I owe you. Now what is it that you want?"
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>Eyes still half-shut, you move to get up again; this time you manage to do so.
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"Well, I suddenly appeared here without any of my belongings, so I'm going to need some clothes."
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>With your arms dangling at your side and your back hunched, you drag yourself towards the door.
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>You never were a morning person.
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>"Hmm... I've never had to work with anything with your figure before. Let me get your measurements so that I can get a feel for what I'm doing here."
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>It opens to your clumsy grasp, and you start down the hall in search of a bathroom. 
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"No problem. Where do you want me to stand?"
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>After a few minutes of stumbling about, you find an open door leading to a bathroom.
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>"Right over here on this platform will do."
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>You step in, shut the door, and start looking for your toothbrush.
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>You walk over to the platform and stand straight on it.
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"Ah shit."c
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>She put a pair of red glasses and pulled some measuring tape out.
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>You forgot you are in a land of magical talking pony things.
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>You spread your arms out, as this isn't the first time you've been measured for clothing, and stand still as she made her measurements.
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>After a pause, you splash some cold water on your face and take a whiz.
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>She takes down measurements for about ten minutes, double checking to make sure that everything was correct.
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>While heading back into the hallway, you look towards the living room.
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>"Well. That seems to be it. I'll have you a couple pairs of pants and some shirts for you tomorrow. I apologize again for earlier."
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>Lyra is walking into a room next to the living room; maybe it's the kitchen?
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"Its no big deal Rarity."
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>The stomach is now in control, and it is hungry.
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>"If you say so," she says looking down a little.
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>The beast within you pulls you towards Lyra; no mercy will be displayed for any meal.
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>"So umm... how much do I owe you?"
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>Upon rounding the corner, you find that she is in fact in the kitchen, and find that she appears to be making something.
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>"Lyra, dear, I'm not going to charge you anything for two reasons. One is my reaction. The other is the fact that Anon is in desperate need of clothing."
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"What's cookin'?"
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>"Well, what about the mirror? Shouldn't I at least pay for part of that?"
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>She's stirring whatever it is with a wooden spoon that's grasped in her magic.
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>"Its rather alright Lyra. There's no need to throw your bits at me, I make enough to replace it without a problem."
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>"Just some cinnamon oatmeal, nothing special."
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>"Well thanks then Rarity. I hope we weren't too much of a hassle."
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>Taking a seat at the nearby table, you continue.
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>"I'm always willing to help somepony, or someone, in need."
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"Ponies have oatmeal? I haven't had that stuff since I was a kid."
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>You and Lyra leave the Carousel Boutique and decide to go get some lunch.
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>"It's a pretty common meal around here;"— she put the spoon aside and turned the stove off —"was it common where you came from?"
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>She starts to put oatmeal into a couple of bowls she nabbed with her magic.  
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>After a short walk, you and Lyra arrive at a small cafe.
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"It's common in some regions more than others"— Lyra placed the bowls an silverware on the table —"but let's eat."
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>Its nothing special, but it has a nice feeling to it.
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>You and Lyra take a seat outside, its a nice day to do so anyways.
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>Breakfast goes by fairly quickly, and, for the most part, is taken in silence.
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>A few ponies give you strange glances, but they either get back to what they were doing or Lyra waves them off.
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>You put your dishes in the sink and decide to figure out what's going to happen today.
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>A waiter approaches us after what seems like an abnormally long wait time.
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"So, whats the plan for the day?"
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>Hes shaking a little and is constantly glancing from left to right, trying not to look at you.
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>"Well, it's Saturday, so I don't have to work."
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>"Hey there buddy, calm down. Hes not going to hust you and he can speak out language. There's no need to fret."
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>She raises a hoof to her chin and looks towards the ceiling.
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>"Umm.. w-what would you t-two like to d-drink?"
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>"Uhh... We need to go get you some clothes, and I should probably show you around town; maybe we can find you a job!"
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>You almost felt bad for the poor stallion. Almost.
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>A smile comes across her face as she put her hoof down.
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>"Get us both a hayshake please."
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"Don't you think ponies might find it kinda strange for something like me to be working around town?"
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>"I-I'll get r-right on it."
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>She dismisses your worries with a turn of her head and a shake of her hoof. "Nah, they'll get used to it. Besides, stranger things have happened."
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>He walks back towards the cafe and struggles to open the door.
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>You shrug. "If you say so."
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"Maybe this wasn't the best idea."
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>The two of you head out the door and onto the mid-morning Ponyville streets.
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>"Nah. If you stick around long enough the ponies will get used to you."
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>A few ponies give you questionable looks, but most appear to be happy with a new face in town.
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"So, I noticed marks on Bon Bon's flanks this morning. They looked like little pieces of wrapped candy. Why are those there?"
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>This time, you notice a few pegasi dotting the sky, and some of them were pushing the clouds around.
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>"Well, if you haven't noticed, everypony has one. Its called a 'cutie mark' and it represents our special talent."
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>Wait, what?
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"Interesting name. So I'm assuming Bon Bon's has something to do with candy. And whats yours?"
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"Uhhh... Lyra, why are the pegasi pushing clouds around?"
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>"I play the lyre."
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>"That's simple, pegasi control the weather. They're the only ones who can touch clouds, so they move them around according to a schedule."
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"You're a musician? I thought you'd be a mythologist after how you acted last night."
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>You just accept the fact and continue following.
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>"Yep. I usually just play background music at fancy restaurants, but sometimes I participate in something larger. In fact, I need to tune my lyre for a job tonight."
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>It isn't long before Lyra leads you into what looks like an overdone carousel.
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>The same waiter returned with a couple of cups with straws coming out of them on a tray. He could barely balance them as he approached us. "Here y-you go. E-enjoy."
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>"I need to get going. We're going to have to take these to go." She places a few golden things that look like coins on the table. "Keep the change."
174+
>"Well, hello Lyra. Its a pleasant surprise to see you here. And, errr.. who is this that you brought with you?"
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>You grabbed your hayshake and got up. Lyra did the same but with magic, and you left.
175+
>A white unicorn, with an eloquent royal purple mane and matching tail, is squinting at you behind some small red glasses.
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>"Rarity, this is Anon. He's that mysterious creature that showed up a couple days ago; I decide to take him in until he can get a home of his own." She's holding a hoof out in your general direction.
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>About ten minutes later, you're sitting in the living room listening to the faint notes of Lyra's lyre through the ceiling while sipping on a hayshake. It isn't bad, but its only making you hungry.
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>"Ah. Well, I must say it's a pleasure to meet you Anon. Now, may I ask, what brings you hear today?"
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>Bon Bon had already gone to sleep.
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"I need some clothes, Miss Rarity, and as you can probably tell, I'm going to need them custom made."
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>You run out of hayshake and get up to throw it away.
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>You can't help but call her 'miss' with the way she carries herself.
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>It takes you a minute to find the trashcan, but you do.
180+
>She raises her hoof up and stomps it back down as she raises her head.
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>After you tho it away, you see Lyra heading for the door with a small grin on her face.
181+
>"Well, you have come to the right mare! Let me just get you to step over here, so that I can get your measurements."
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"Hey Lyra."
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>She leads you over to a small platform that is surrounded by large mirrors.
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>"Whats up, Anon?"
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>Using her magic, she begins to wrap a measuring tape.
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"I was wondering if I could go to the restaurant with you."
184+
>You notice that her magic is a light blue, rather than a golden color.
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>"Why? You getting hungry?"
185+
>After a few minutes of her measuring you and scribbling, she puts the measuring tape down.
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"That, and I kinda want to hear you play."
186+
>"Well, I should be able to work with this. I'll have a few outfits ready for you tomorrow."
187-
>"Well I was just practicing, why didn't you ask then?"
187+
"It is very much appreciated."
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"I had a hayshake to keep me distracted."
188+
>"Anytime, dear."
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>"Well-" she hovers a few coins over to you "-I don't have a problem with it. But I want something in return from you."
189+
>Lyra puts her hoof up to her mouth and lets out a small giggle.
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"Yeah, sure. What do you want?"
190+
>"Come on, Anon; we can't stay here all day. I need to show you the way around town."
191-
>"I'll tell you after my performance."
191+
>Once outside the shop, you begi-
192-
>The two of you head out the door again. This time Lyra had a black case with her lyre inside in tow.
192+
>"So, you're already hitting on the mares, huh?"
193-
>You follow her half way across town to the restaurant, where she gets you in after a little talking.
193+
>One of your hands immediately goes to the back of your neck, while the other sticks out in front of you, palm up.
194-
>A waiter joined you, this one much less nervous than the one at the cafe, who led you to a seat.
194+
"What?! No, I was just trying to be respectful."
195-
>Lyra went over to the stage where a gray mare was packing up what looked like a cello.
195+
>"What, and you're not going to be respectful to the mare who took you in?"
196-
>You saw the two exchange a few words before the gray one went for the exit and Lyra began to set up.
196+
>Fuck. You had no idea Lyra was so... insecure?
197-
>"Ahem. What would you like to drink sir?"
197+
"N-no... that's not wha-"
198-
>The waiter must have been standing there the whole time.
198+
>Lyra giggles a little.
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"Oh, sorry. Just a glass of water will be fine."
199+
>"Relax, Anon; I'm just messin' with ya'."
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>He places a menu in front of you. "Very well, sir."
200+
>You let out a grunt, followed by a small chuckle.
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>You are going to have to get her back for that.
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>The waiter left you to go get your glass of water and you began to notice an uncomfortable feeling.
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>The seating was a bit too small for you here. 
203+
>Lyra takes you back to the house before going back into town, so you know where everything is, relative to the house.
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>It wasn't a problem at the cafe because the seats were just bales of hay, but here they had actual seats.
204+
>After sightseeing for a couple hours, you notice what looks like a giant gingerbread house.
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>You adjusted yourself to be as comfortable as possible.
205+
>Pointing to the sugary structure, you ask,
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>It made you look a bit odd, but you are already an unknown creature so it wouldn't make much of a difference.
206+
"Hey Lyra, what's up with candy-coated cottage?"
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>You open the menu and start to go through the selections.
207+
>She follows your finger to where the gumdrop galore lies.
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>That's when you realize that the ponies don't eat meat.
208+
>"Oh, that's Sugarcube Corner. If you can't tell by the name, they sell sugary stuff."
209-
>Looks like a major change is about to occur in your diet.
209+
>You begin to walk away, when an idea hits you.
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>At least they have rice and beans for your protein.
210+
"You think they have any job opening?"
211-
>There's a clunk sound as the waiter places your water on the table.
211+
>"With how busy they are, I wouldn't be surprised... but, uhhh, why does it matter?"
212-
>"Are you ready to order sir?"
212+
"Well, I thought you wanted me to get a job, so that I can move out one day; unless you want me to live with you."
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"Umm... yeah I'll have the rice and beans with a side salad."
213+
>"No, of course I wa-."
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>"Very good sir. I'll be back with your order shortly."
214+
>You place your hands on your hips.
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>He walks off towards the kitchen to place your order.
215+
"Are you saying you don't want around anymore?"
216-
>You begin to hear a few musical notes.
216+
>"Err.. N-no.."
217-
>You think, "is that Lyra? That musics beautiful."
217+
>Before she can say anything, a shit-eating grin slowly spreads across your face.
218-
>Sure enough, your suspicions are confirmed with a glance around the room.
218+
>She notices the look on your face after a few seconds and stops fumbling about with her words.
219-
>Lyra is playing her golden lyre on the small stage in the center of the room.
219+
>"Are we even now?"
220-
>You sit there for a minute with your eyes closed, enjoying the relaxing melody.
220+
>You nod your head.
221-
>"Your food sir."
221+
"Even. Let's go see about that job."
222-
>You quickly open your eyes and sit up a little bit.
222+
>You can't help but notice that Lyra has a small smile on her face as you make your way towards Sugarcube Corner.
223-
"Thank you."
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>The waiter walks over to the next new guest and begins to take their order.
224+
>You enter the shop to find quite a few ponies either in line or at one of the several cafe-style tables.
225-
>You dig into your meal without hesitation, you were starving.
225+
>The two of you get in line behind a brown pegasus.
226-
>You try to slow down some so that you're not just sitting there for however long Lyra was supposed to be playing.
226+
>Given your height, you can see a pink mare working the register.
227-
>Even with your efforts to slow down, it only takes you about fifteen minutes to finish off the meal.
227+
>She sounds energetic and happy, despite looking exhausted.
228-
>Fortunately Lyra explained to the waiter that he can't leave until she does, or else they would probably try to kick you out.
228+
>It isn't long before you're at the front of the line.
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>After a few minutes of lounging around and listening to the music, the waiter returns to take your empty plates.
229+
>With a large smile, the clerk greets you.
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>He leaves behind a tab that says the meal will cost him seventeen 'bits'. That must be what those golden coins are called.
230+
>"Welcome to Sugarcube Corner, where treat is its own feat! What would you like today? A cinamon roll? A bannana nut muffin? Ohh! How about a chocolate cake? Maybe a-"
231-
>Lyra had given you twenty, so you just place them all there for the waiter.
231+
>"Hey there Pinkie-" Lyra interrupts, "-Anon here is looking for a job, and we're wondering if you had any openings?"
232-
>Eventually he returns for the bill, but he says nothing as he takes it.
232+
>"Mmhmm. We're looking for somepony to be a waiter. Mrs.Cake said that if anypony is willing to take the job, they can have it! As you can probably tell, most ponies don't want to take such a busy job."
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"Consider that position filled, Pinkie."
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>You sit there for about forty five minutes before Lyra finishes.
234+
>She looks almost as if she would explode with joy.
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>She packed up and came over to you.
235+
>"Oh, that's superduperwondefullyspectacular! Especially since you're new in town! There's so many things we could talk about too! Like-"
236-
"You only play for an hour?"
236+
>"Pinkie, I think we should get going," Lyra makes a gesture towards the impatient crowd gathering behind you, "there's quite a few ponies who would like to place an order."
237-
>"Its all they need and they pay quite a bit for that hour."
237+
>"Oh! Ehehe. Sorry about that everypony!"
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"You would think they'd want you to play more with that musical talent."
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>You head back out onto the streets; a couple hours still remain before it gets dark.