Fireswoon stared at the stairs and tilted her head a bit. Just how was she supposed to walk up them with four legs? Dusk Shine said she could rest in his room for a while, even if she wanted to help out. But the stairs were just a little confusing with these hooves. She didn't have hands or feet to really keep the right balance. Even as a kid when she went up the stairs on all fours-seriously who hasn't-she could at least get a feel of what it was like. She hummed a bit to herself and started with one hoof on the first step, then the other. But now that she had her front hooves on the step, what was she supposed to do with her hind legs? She hummed again before hopping her two legs onto the step. She lost her balance and fell back on her rump.

“Ow...” She winced as she tried to get back on her hooves.

“Are you alright?” Dusk shine asked as he watched her try to get up onto the steps. He's never seen a pony try to get up the stairs that way. Berry was a different case, he could pretty much do anything. But this new filly didn't seem as random or crazy as he was.

“Yeah, I'm fine!” She stated as she wobbled a bit when she tried getting her footing again.

It was a lot easier when Berry helped out. At least when she was stable on her feet, she could walk around seemingly fine. What else couldn't she do? She didn't know how magic worked, so that was one thing. She was sure that they'd all get a laugh when she tried to run. How did they even make or write things? She knew they used their mouths but it seemed so gosh darned hard! How was she supposed to learn all of this normally without them finding out what she really was? She sighed a little bit before trying the stairs again. She put her front hooves on the step again and tried lifting her front up after she put her hind legs onto the first step. She wobbled a bit as she stood on her hind legs, and although it felt familiar, the new weight of her body made it feel unstable. She fell forward and ended up laying on the stairs instead before sliding back down.

“I've never seen a pony act like you do.” Barb spoke up as she watched the entire thing.

She could even tell that Fireswoon was a little stubborn with letting them help out. What a strange pony.

“I think...I hit my head a little hard, hehe.” She tried to play it off like she was just confused and knocked her head a bit hard. Then again, that probably wouldn't work. She never told them how she got here or why she was near Everfree. She had a feeling that there was something in that forest that had to do with her getting here. Dusk Shine seemed to get confused about that before Bard did.

“You never told us how you got here, Fireswoon. Did you take a hot air balloon?” He asked her curiously as he made a list of what to get for the party. Even if Berry was going to get most of the favors, he still thought it'd be nice to get a few things, too. She blinked and tried to think of something to say. Hot Air Balloon actually sounded like a good excuse. But that wouldn't explain how she was unconscious on the ground. She thought a little as she tried to get on her hooves again. This was turning into more of a problem than a great discovery.

“I...actually can't really remember. I think I traveled by hot air balloon, but I don't remember it being close when I came to.” She told him, thanking Barb for helping her up finally. She really had to wonder how horses got so used to their legs right at birth. It wasn't as easy using these as it looked. She sighed a little and ended up just standing still. She wasn't going to slide down the stairs again or fall down anymore. She was just going to stay downstairs and stay put. Dusk chuckled, seeing how much she seemed to hate walking up stairs. Did they not have any stairs at New Jockey? Well, that couldn't be the case...every city or town had stairs in a home or even outside. Something was just very peculiar about this filly.

“So you must have some sort of amnesia then?” He pondered as he rolled up the list once completing it. She blinked and nodded slightly, wondering if that was the correct thing to call it. She really did hate lying, but she just wasn't sure how they'd react if she told him what she really was. Sure, she's read a few fictions in her time as a human, but aside from a few Positive fictions, there was always that one where everypony would freak out about a human and show fear or even hatred. She never really liked reading them, considering the fact that these kind and accepting ponies would actually try killing an outsider. They were barbarians. Far from it.

“Alright, Barb and I will be back in a while. We're going to pick up a few things.” Dusk told her as he put his bags on his back.

“Don't get into any trouble!” Barb joked as they walked out. But Fireswoon followed after them, not wanting to be left alone in the large library. She let them go pick up the things they needed, though, so she could just wander around by herself. She didn't want to bother them, anyway. She avoided any stairs, though...or anything that required stepping up onto. She walked around, trying to figure out the colts' names as she walked around. She saw Lyra and Bon Bon, but she wasn't sure what their names would be now that they were colts. She again hummed to herself as she walked around the small town. It definitely was a lot bigger than what they showed on tv. Being there to actually see everything at scale was really cool. But, it just didn't feel right. It was just something about her old home that she really did miss. Sure, the humans there were snobs that criticized everything she done, but when she was by herself, it felt really nice. It was just as quiet and calming as Ponyville was.

She sighed a little as she walked around before flinching as she bumped into someone.

“I'm so sorry! I wasn't paying attention!” Fireswoon immediately apologized as she looked down at the colt. But as she noticed the pink, neatly brushed hair of the pony, her eyes went a little wide.

“I'm sorry.” She heard the quiet voice and saw how the colt nearly stepped away since he was scared of getting yelled at. It was Butterscotch. Even as a colt, the Fluttershy twin really was so adorable. She just wanted to hug him! But she kept that little urge to herself and behaved.

“No no, it's okay, don't apologize. I really wasn't paying attention. I'm Fireswoon, by the way.” She smiled, really trying to make the colt feel better. She didn't want to scare her favorite pony away. Not like she could, she was more of a nervous wreck when it came to strangers, too. But watching the show and seeing how every pony reacted to situations, she didn't feel like these ponies were total strangers. Besides, who could be nervous around Fluttershy or Butterscotch? The pink and yellow pony blinked, seeming to be just a little surprised that the filly didn't yell at him for bumping into her.

“I'm...Butterscotch.” He whispered, a little scared to talk any louder.

“I'm sorry, what was that?” She never realized how quiet he really was.

“B-Butterscotch...”

“Once more.” She cupped her ear with her hoof so she could attempt to hear better.

“...Butterscotch.” He squeaked.

She couldn't help but nearly squee when he squeaked like that. He was adorable!

“Butterscotch...right.” She nodded and again, nearly held her hoof out for a handshake. She had to get that habit under control. She would have to get used to not doing that while she was here...for however long she would be here. Either way, she gave him a friendly smile. He looked her up and down as he stood up again. She didn't seem to be mad at him. She was just smiling and seemed excited for some reason. He glanced around as he traced his hoof in the ground. She had to remember that he was still shy and not too outgoing like the others were. But what was she supposed to say? This was the first time she actually got to be in front of someone that was like her. Someone so nervous and shy around new people.

“I'm not from here. Is it...a little okay if I get a tour?” She asked, leaning forward a little in case he whispered again. But she nearly fell down, so she straightened herself back up. She really did wonder how they got so used to their weight so quickly. The colt blinked, wondering why she wanted him to give her a tour. She could have found somepony so much more better to do it than him. But it was also nice to actually feel needed.

“S-Sure...Come on.” He cracked a small smile as he walked next to her. She smiled happily and walked with him. It felt really calming to walk with him. She wondered what it would be like to meet someone like Fluttershy in her world. It'd be a real relief for her, that's what it would be like. They found Sugar Cube Corner were Berry was most likely making everything and preparing all the party favors and decorations. She smiled, offering to give him a visit.

“You know Bubble Berry?” Butterscotch asked, seeming surprised that she knew him. Fireswoon nodded, telling him about how they met and how much fun it was to be around him. The pink haired colt agreed, although Berry could definitely be a little pushy sometimes. But it was usually all in good fun. The two walked inside, looking around for the party pony. It smelled like sugar and pastries as soon as they walked in, the brunette pony couldn't help her stomach from growling. She blushed and tried to play it off like it was nothing.

“Are...you hungry, Fireswoon?” He asked, noticing the growling noise right away.

“What? No, it's fine~ I'm not hungry.” She nodded and tried to wave it off. She didn't want to make him pay for a snack. She already let Berry pay for her glasses, she wasn't going to let them pay for anything else just for her. She wasn't a mooch and she already felt guilty for the glasses. They both looked up when they heard hooves trotting out to the front of the store.

“Fireswoon! I didn't think you'd visit so soon.” Berry grinned happily as he saw the two. “You already met Butterscotch? You didn't scare him away, either?” He tilted his head.

“I'm not that scared of other ponies. She didn't yell at me, either...” Butterscotch explain, although was still very quiet. Berry could hear him, though, and just laughed. So far, the new filly was doing well with getting even the shyest pony to be comfortable. Then again, if you just be nice to Butterscotch and not act so mean, you'll be friends with him in no time.

“So what brings you here? Miss me already?” The pink colt smiled at her as he folded his front hooves on the show case and laid his head on them. Fireswoon smiled and nodded.

“I wanted to see how everything's coming along...if that's okay. I just get curious.” She admitted as she looked at all the sweets in the case. They all looked so delicious. Her stomach growled again and she immediately held it the best she could without unbalancing herself.

“I got all the streamers ready and the decorations, too! I just need to-” Berry blinked as he heard her stomach growl before laughing again. Butterscotch also looked at her, really worried she might get stomach pains from not eating. “Haha, gimme a sec.” Berry got his front legs off the counter so he could dig through the case for a cupcake. “These are the best! I know you'll like 'em.” He nodded and balanced the cupcake on his nose for her to take.

“It's okay, really! You don't have to.” She didn't even know how to pick it up...but it really smelled so good.

“Don't worry, it's on me. Besides, your tummy will hurt if you don't eat something, right?” He kept balancing the delicious sweet on his nose. She gulped before sighing and tried to figure out how to take it. As far as she was concerned, she couldn't really use her magic too well. She couldn't use her hooves either...she'd probably squish it. She leaned forward, ending up taking the cupcake carefully in her mouth by it's other side. Now what was she supposed to do? Berry watched her, expecting her to know how to eat. Her ears folded as she thought of a way to eat it. She remembered them just tossing it in the air then catching it in their mouths. It couldn't be that hard, could it? She tossed her head back like she saw them do before trying to judge where the cupcake was going to land. She caught it in her mouth, but most of the green icing got on her nose. Now everything really did smell like sugar...and a hint of apples?

“Mmm~ They're really good.” She nodded, though tried to get the icing off her nose. Berry laughed, happy about her liking it and laughing at the fact she had a green nose now.

“Why didn't you use your magic, though?” Butterscotch asked, not trying to be mean or point out anything, he was just curious since unicorns typically used their magic to pick up things and make it easier to eat. She blinked as she tried to lick the icing off. She smiled a bit and tried to think.

“I...Never really used my magic before. I'm clumsy.” She looked down to try to show that she was depressed about it. She looked up at them to see if they were buying it. They seemed a little confused at first before the pink colt smiled at Butterscotch.

“That's okay! We can always have Dusk or our friend Elusive teach you. They're really good at it.” He nodded, trying to get the pegasus to agree. She already met Dusk, it would be the perfect opportunity for them to introduce her to Elusive. Butterscotch tilted his head before blinking and nodded when he realized his plan.

“Oh yeah! Elusive would probably be kind enough to teach you. He makes all sorts of clothes like tuxedos and dresses. I'm sure he can teach you some levitation.” The pink haired pony nodded with a small smile. Fireswoon blinked at their suggestion. She did enjoy watching how Rarity would work with the fabrics and all, but she was curious how she made them into clothes. Maybe she could get some answers from the source...? She smiled a bit and nodded.

“It sounds fun. Thank you for suggesting him.” She smiled at them happily, though knew Berry had things to do, so he probably wouldn't be joining them to the Carousel Boutique.

“Great! I'll finish up with the party favors and I'll meet you guys there. Have fun!” He waved them goodbye as they left for the shop. She just had to hope that they wouldn't be interrupting in anything once they got there. But she was also curious to see what the colt would be working on, too.

Author's Note

(Author Note: Here's the second chapter. I think I may have gotten a little over my head when I planned on making this fic xD Well, hopefully everything turns out okay and I don't end up quitting on this because of all the downvotes I'm getting so far. Next time, we meet Elusive! Hope you enjoyed. Comment and Rate, please! Constructive Criticism is always wanted!)