Soarin's Scalesby ThebravenorseChapters Dark days & New lights {Edited} Bromance {Edited}The Dinner Bonus Chapter: Coming out to Celestia Dark days & New lights {Edited} Dark days & New lights {Edited} Soarin's Scales Chapter One: Dark days & New lights Soarin had woken up to a throbbing pain in his head. It was not, as you might imagine, Soarin's first hangover, but it hurt like hell all the same. Slowly and hesitantly he pulled the sheets off himself and sat up in bed. He tried to lift his head off the pillow he lay back in. Not an option, the pain was just to great. Then he inadvertently turned his head too quickly and that hurt like hell also. Never the less, he got up and trotted over to the bathroom, even though his body wanted nothing more than to lay down and die. He took a look the mirror only to see remnants of his former self. Soarin's mane was in a mess and his fur was covered in vomit and spot stains. To put into words: Soarin was a total train wreck. His eyes were bloodshot from all the crying and insomnia. Looking over to his clock he noticed that he had to be at Wonderbolt's practice in an hour. But he didn't care, he couldn't care less. Also... she would be there. Soarin hadn't felt like his old self for the past month. Getting up in the morning required a lot of effort and all of his so called friends irritated the hell out of him. Always asking if he's okay or wondering when he'll go back to work. Maybe soon. Maybe never. He didn't cari If he got fired. Soarin's Doctor (who he had so reluctantly went to) said that he suffered from depression which didn't surprise him. After all, his breakup with Spitfire was hard on him. The Doctor had said that the emotions we feel after a break up are overwhelming at times, but know that they are as natural as love itself. He also said that there are four stages of an emotional break up. One. Guilt~ already there Two. Nothingness~ yup Three. Defeat~ Oh yeah Four. Exhaustion~ Big time And Five. Depression..... Soarin had broken up with thousands of mares in the past. Most of whom were fan-fillys who he had spent one night in bed with, then would sink out early the next morning. But this time was different SHE broke up with him after just one year as a couple. But here's the best part. She cheated on him. I mean, can you imagine what that does to a stallions confidence? not that much good, that's a fact. And the part that really hurt him was that he actually... cared about her unlike the other mares he's been with. Spitfire was his best friend. They had been friends long before becoming Wounderbolts. He... he missed her this all his hear- Soarin shook his head. There was no time for that kind of thought. Looking away from his reflection. He said something under his breath which didn't sound all too polite. Then he dragged himself over to his alcohol and vomit stained bed, crawled under the sheets and went to sleep. 'I'll do something productive later ' he thought. * * * At a bar in Ponyville sitting at the farthest table in the back, finishing his tenth beer, sat Soarin. The bar was named "The Crazy Horse" and had been his second home for the past month. He was told by the bar owner that if he wanted to be allowed to keep coming back he would have to sit far away from the rest of the customers because his depressing and regular visits were starting to get complaints. Lucky for Soarin, the owner was a good friend of his named "Vinyl Scratch" and unlike most sane bar owners, she would not throw out an old friend. Just then a song started to play on the bars phonograph: Soarin was now openly crying, so much that he didn't even notice the green and purple figure taking a seat across him. Soarin felt a claw on his shoulder and his head shot up to see the familiar face of Spike the dragon. Spike had grown both physically and mentally in the past years since him and that librarian mare came to town. About two years ago he had another growth spurt but unlike the first one, this was all natural. The dragon stood at the same height as an average stallion when he was on all fours. Soarin and Spike had actually gotten real close after the events of the Equestrian Games some years ago. This was before Spike had gotten his growth spurt. Spike had been the only pon-errrr-dragon to visit him in the hospital as his wings recovered. Soarin was confused at why he would visit him, because previous to this, they had never said a word to each other. But Spike went on to tell him about how he was a huge fan of the Wonderbolts (especially Soarin) and when he had heard of Soarin's accident he came right down to check up on him. That had made Soarin's day. Spike was more than surprised to hear that none of his fans or teammates had came to see the famous flyer, but was also excited to being the first one to check up on him. Soarin and Spike spent the rest of the day hanging out in the hospital room talking about all kinds of topics and telling jokes. Soarin didn't want the little dragon to get bored, so he told him that he could leave if he wanted to (even though Soarin would hate it if he left), but Spike merely shook his claw and told him "Nah, I would rather stay here with you and listen to your cool stories" he said with a smile. Soarin had a few tears in his eyes because of the kindness the little dragon was showing him. Spike would rather give up his whole day inside with Soarin then to go out and watch the teams practice.... Spike and Soarin just stared at each other for a while, neither one saying a word. Spike removed his gaze from Soarin's eyes and looked over all the beer bottles. Then back to Soarin and removed his claw "Why?". "What?" Soarin didn't thank he heard him correctly "Why are you doing this to yourself?" Spike clenched his claws but calmly replied, but then Spikes voice suddenly got louder "Why are you killing yourself?!". Soarin couldn't respond, he was stunned, angry, and sad. Spike once again had come to the rescue and hit the mark, to seek him out and try to help. Sure ponies asked if he was okay or when would he get back to work, but that was only when Soarin had gone to them. But Spike had come on his own behalf. Soarin started to shed tears and he looked down unable to look his friend in the eyes. Spike lifted the pegasus's head with a claw and leaned closer. Spike had a few tears of his own escape him "Why?" he asked in barely a whisper. Soarin could handle killing himself with alcohol, he could handle a broken wing, and he could try to deal with a broken heart but he could not handle seeing the one dragon/pony that actually cared about him cry because of what he was doing to himself. So Soarin relented and then told him everything. From the day Spitfire broke up with him, the day he stopped showing up to work, and to where he was now killing himself on beer and whiskey. By the end of the painful story, Soarin was a complete mess and cried loudly, gathering attention from the other ponies in the bar, but he didn't care. Spike reached over the table and pulled the crying Pegasus into a hug. Soarin was confused for a second but then melted into the hug and cried a storm into Spike's shoulder. Spike just held him close through it all. About ten minutes later, Soarin had stopped crying and calmed down all together and pulled away from Spike's strong arms. Spike all ready missed the soft fur on the stallion. "Thanks bro, I needed that." Soarin sniffed and wipe his eyes with a smile. "No problem." Spike smiled back. Soarin looked above the door to the bar and read the clock. '1:23 AM! Wow I've been here longer than I thought' thought Soarin. "Um.. Spike?" said Soarin. Spike looked at his friend "I just want to thank you for.. well you know". Spike laughed and shrugged "It was really no problem at all. I just couldn't leave a great friend like you feeling so down" Said Spike with a slight blush. Soarin didn't notice though as he hopped off the chair. But once his hooves touched the floor, he toppled over. Luckily for him, Spike caught him in mid air, now Soarin was the one blushing because he was cradled in Spike's arms like a baby. Soarin and Spike just stared into each others eyes in that position for a long time until Spike coughed and spoke "Um... I t-think you had a bit too much to drink, S-Soarin." he said with a awkward chuckle, putting Soarin back on his hooves. "Yeah I guess I have." Soarin chuckled too, rubbing the back of his head with a hoof. Spike thought for a moment. Hesitated. Then spoke. "Um you can, I mean if you want to-" "Yea?" asked Soarin, curious at where he was going with this. Spike swallowed "You could stay at my place tonight, I know you live in a cloud home and you're in no condition to fly". Soarin didn't know what to say. Not only had Spike given him a shoulder to cry on but now he was offering HIS home for a place to stay in his time of need. Spike was truly a great friend. But there was one thing? "Spike don't you live with that librarian? and don't you need her permission?". Spike was confused for a minute then face-clawed "No. I must have forgotten to tell you, but I don't live with Twilight anymore. I moved out about a month ago and got my own place not far from here." Spike deadpanned. "Okay then, let's go". "What?" said Spike in disbelief. "Let's go. You were offering me a place to stay, right?" questioned Soarin, slightly confused. "Oh... Yea! Okay let's go." Spike grinned with a small blush. This time Soarin noticed. 'What is up with Spike?' he thought. Soarin paid Vinyl and thanked her. Then the two friends trotted out of the bar. Spikes scales and Soarin's fur touched for an instant on their way out the door. Only if they could know how much they would touch in the coming future..... Author's Note P.S: The part in the story where Soarin is in the hospital, is my take on why Spike was not with the girls at the Teem practice, in the new season 4 episode. Bromance {Edited}Bromance {Edited} Soarin's Scales Chapter Two: Bromance "Soarin, you up?" asked Spike from the kitchen. "Yea." came the reply with a yawn. Coming down the stairs to the first floor of Spike's house, Soarin entered the kitchen and saw Spike stirring eggs in a frying pan. He took a seat at the table and watched Spike cook. Spike expertly stirred the eggs, put bread in the toaster, and poured Soarin and himself some orange juice with his tail all at the same time. Years of cooking for Twilight had made Spike a professional at this. Soarin watched in amusement at Spike's work. The purple dragon was something, that's the truth! A good friend, a good cook, and a good looking- 'Wait... what? Was I really thinking about Spike that way? No..no of course not. I mean sure Spikes nice, charming, cool, a bit awkward at times (which Soarin thought was cute). But that didn't mean' Soarin's thoughts were cut off by Spike placing a plate piled high with steamy, delicious looking eggs and toast with jelly on the side. Spike really had out done himself. Soarin lifted up his fork with a hoof and dug into his eggs. The taste, Oh Celestial, the taste! It was as if his mouth had died and gone to heaven. Spike watched in pride as his guest indulged himself in his eggs then chuckled "By the look on your face I guess that I did good". Soarin swallowed and looked up from his plate, smiling. "Spike, you did an amazing job on these eggs!" said Soarin diving right back into his food. If Soarin wasn't head first in a plate of heaven eggs then he would have seen the blush on Spike's cheeks. Spike chuckled and dug into his food as well. The two friends ate in silence the rest of the morning. * * * A green, purple dragon and a blue pegasus trotted down the streets of Ponyville, chatting away. Ponies of all kinds waved to them and smiled. Spike and Soarin waved and smiled back. Even a few fans came up to Soarin asking for autographs (much to his annoyance), but he smiled and did so anyway. After a few more minutes of walking, the two made it to a building by the name of: Sugercube Corner. To be kind, Soarin held open the door for Spike. Spike blushed and thanked him, and went inside. Inside, ponies were sitting at tables chatting away, eating cupcakes and other sugary treats. Spike scanned the room for a certain pink pony, but couldn't find her anywhere. He knew that she would pop out sooner or later and he knew that he could warn Soarin... but decided against it. Soarin trotted up to the counter. The Wonderbolt was surprised to not fine anyone at the register so he rang the bell... Big mistake! Faster then Soarin could ever hope to fly, a pink blur popped up from behind the counter and tackled him to the ground. After the stars had cleared from his vision, Soarin looked up to see a pony with the biggest smile that he had ever seen. "Hi, I'm Pinkie Pie!" yelled Pinkie Pie. "Um... Hi, I'm-" he was cut off by the hyper mare. "Oh..oh don't tell me you're a chicken! no, how about a cow! Or... hold on" The mare brought a hoof up to her beard (That she must had just grown) and stroked it in deep thought until, "Wait *gasp* you're Soarin the Wonderbolt!" she screamed. Soarin swallowed then responded "Yes that's me". Expecting Pinkie Pie to scream with happiness or burst into song, Soarin tried to pull out of her grip. But to his and Spike's surprise, she got off him and slowly trotted behind the counter then disappeared like she was going downstairs. Soarin looked up to Spike for an answer but all he got in response was a shrug and a "Don't ask" from the dragon. Spike helped his friend up then the two turned towards the counter to find too just made muffins sitting there and a letter that read: 'To Spike & his coltfriend. From Pinkie Pie xoxoxo'. Both of them blushed madly and turned away from each other. Quickly they took the muffins and left the correct amount of bits on the counter, and left the shop. * * * Spike thought that it would be a good idea to take Soarin to a movie to help cheer him up after that awkward incident at Pinkie Pie's. Movies had just came out, and were the hottest thing right now. They say that some big-shot inventor in Applewood had created the movie business, and the projector, as they called it. The projector was this device that could place moving pictures on a big screen. So now after that history lesson, both Spike and Soarin stood outside the Ponyville movie theater, looking at the selection of new releases. "Um..." Spike was in deep thought "How about Seducing the King" he said, pointing towards the poster. "You do know that a chick-flick, right?" Soarin looked at him with a questioning face. "Oh... I didn't know" he lied. Spike awkwardly chuckled and rubbed the back of his head with a claw. Soarin just shrugged and went back to looking at the posters. A cool looking poster with armored ponies running up a hill carrying swords caught his eye. "How about Front Line Canterlot, I heard it's an awesome war movie!" he said with a smile. Spike was not that amused. He was never really big on war films. All it was to him was ponies killing ponies, but he wanted Soarin to be happy so he nodded and smiled. They paid for their tickets and went inside the theater. * * * After the movie was done, Luna's moon was coming up, so Spike asked Soarin if he would like to stay at his place until he gets his life on track. Soarin thought about his home and the nearly destroyed state it was in, then said yes to Spike, who in return had the biggest smile that Pinkie Pie could only hope to achieve. (Pinkie Pies house) Pinkie Pie looked up from her book on scientific theory and gave an angry glare "I feel a disturbance in the force..." then went back to reading. (Back to Spike & Soarin) After complying to stay for another night Soarin and Spike went back home. By the time they got back, it was late, so they went up the stairs and off to bed. But before going into their rooms, they both told each other goodnight with a friendly smile then stepped inside and closed the doors. That night both Spike and Soarin dreamed about each other. * * * A few days passed by and Monday came around the corner. During those days Spike & Soarin had begun to notice new feelings emerge towards each other, all their time was spent hanging out, talking, and basic dude stuff. But once and awhile an awkward moment would emerge. Like when Spike and Soarin would trip during a game of hoofball and fall on top of each other, causing their lips to meet for just a moment. That was probably the biggest event to happen, but the other awkward moments were just a quick glances at each others plots and getting caught. Nothing too big. Soarin was over all confused about himself and these new feelings. But Spike on the other claw was sure about himself and knew what he wanted, he wanted Soarin.... No, he needed Soarin! So during one of their random talk sessions, Spike decided to bring up a question that might help him get what he needed. So putting another log in the fireplace he spoke. "Soarin, can I ask you something?" asked Spike, walking over towards the couch and taking a seat. "Sure, what's up?" Soarin looked up from his book with a curious expression. Spike swallowed and nervously moved his gaze to anywhere but Soarins eyes. "Well.. Um..." 'Come on Spike just say it.' he thought "w-would you like to have d-dinner with me?". Soarin's eyes widened in surprise. Out of all the things Spike could have asked this was by far the last thing he thought the dragon would. Now let's get one thing straight, even though Soarin was a jock and by stereotype law, he should be dumb and clueless, but that was far from the truth in his case. Soarin had also been around the block many a times so he knew when somepony was asking him out. But back to the topic at hoof. Did he really feel that way about Spike? I mean every time he was around the dragon, he would feel... happy and alive for the first time in a long time and when they hung out, Soarin felt like he could be himself without any judgment. Spike had helped him in his time of need, got him on his hooves again, and stood by him all the way. That was way more than Spitfire had ever done. And with Spike he felt... loved. And it didn't matter anymore that Spike was a guy, all that mattered now was if Spike would be his guy. But that all depended on his answer. So with his accepted feelings for the dragon, he gave his response with teary eyes and a smile. "Yes!". Author's Note The Bromance is becoming something more! The Dinner The Dinner Soarin's Scales Chapter three: The Dinner “Soarin, are you ready yet?” Asked Spike from the living room of his house. “Just one more moment bro, and I'll be down” Came the reply from upstairs. Tonight was Spike and Soarins first date. They spent all of yesterday searching for a good place to have there said date, but in retrospect that should not be a hard task to complete. Soarin had suggested that they go to a bar. Spike on the other hand suggested that they go somewhere more... maturer. And there was no place more maturer than Spot de' oss, the most fancy restaurant in Ponyville. Soarin was unwilling. But eventually Soarin gave into Spikes idea. But only If Spike agreed that he didn't have to where a tuxedo. Spike beamed and gave the Pegasus a big hug. But then made him promises to at least wear something presentable. Spike will agree that he was being a little like Twilight a this moment, but that was only because he had not been on a real date since... Cherilee. But that was another story. “Soarin, come on already!” Called Spike sounding impatient. “Hurry up! or where going to be late!”. Gods, sometimes hes worse than a mare Thought Spike. Only a few moments later said pegasus totted down the stares. Spike looked up, his eyes growing wide. Soarin was wearing a simple black leather jacket.. It was the complete opposite of Spikes attire. The dragon was wearing a fancy black tuxedo made by his childhood crush Rarity. Soarins outfit wasn't bad at all. He looked good. But it was like the jacket said: Soarin the wonderbolt! all over it. Spike was piratically drooling. “Ha! I'm so hot that your mouth is watering” He laughed. Spike blushed, and looked away. Soarin soon calmed down and also looked away. I still can't believe that I'm about to go on a date, with a male! Thought Soarin blushing. “Its not to little, right?” Asked Soarin looking down at his attire, and then up to Spikes tux. “I mean, its not as fancy as your tuxedo. But I thought tha-" “Its perfect” Said Spike cutting him off with a finger to his lips. “In fact! I think that I'm a little overdressed”. They both gave a light chuckle. Smiling at each other they heading too the door. Then Spike opened said door for his (Hopefully) soon-to-be coltfriend. Soarin thanked him and walked outside. Closing the door Spike had one thing on his mind. Please Gods above, let tonight go well Spike prayed/begged under his breath. * * * “Good evening gentlecolt- errrr, I mean stallion and dragon. Do you have a reservation?” Asked the waiter, looking a little nervous with a real dragon standing right in front of him. “Yes, as a matter-of-fact we do” Said Spike. “Its under Spike Sparkle”. The waiter looked down at his papers and nodded. “Oh yes! I see right here. And *gasp* it says that your a Prince?!” Spike nodded, blushing. “well then sir's please follow me then”. Spot de' oss was the seconded tallest building in Ponyville, right underneath the Ponyville clock tower. So when Spike and Soarin were seated at there table on the top floor, they had a grate view of Ponyville. A waitress came to there table. "What will you be having tonight sir's?". “I'll take a Ice Tea” Said Soarin. “And I'll have a bottle of your finest wine” Spike gave a wink to Soarin. The waitress smiled and trotted away. Soarin transferred his gaze to Spike and grinned. “So, trying to get me drunk are we?” Started Soarin. “Is that apart of your grand plan to get laid tonight?” “Oh please..” Spike waved a claw. “like I need to get you drunk to have sex”. Soarin blushed. "I might just agree with you Spike.." They both blushed and chuckled. Another waitress came carrying the drinks. "There you go sir's". She trotted away. Spike poured them both a glass of wine. Soarin put his tea to the side. Soarin took a sip. Then his face scrunched up. "Eww!" He exclaimed. "that's awful!". Spike raised an eyebrow. "What? you never had wine before?". He shook his head. "I'm more of a beer guy". Spike giggled. "Its a taste you have to get used to" The dragon took another sip. * * * The waitress returned and asked for there orders. Spike got the salad with Prench dressing. Soarin got a plane hay bugger. She nodded and trotted away. Spike sighed. "Soarin this is the most fancy restaurant in Ponyville. You don't have to settle for a hay-bugger”. Soarin smiled.“I know that. But its just, I've been craving a hay-burger for days now” He blushed. “Also, I couldn’t read the other foods. They were all in Prench”. The two friends burst into laughter. Spike laughed again. Then he reached across the table and lifted Soarin chin up. “Soarin? theirs something I've been wanting to tell you for a long, long time” Spike closed his eyes and brought his face closer. "I love you" he whispered. The dragons lips came closer. Soarin eyes widened. Not only because of Spikes confession, but because Spikes lips were getting real close. They were about to have there first kiss. OMG! I can't believe that this is about to happen! our first kiss. Heck, where not even offical yet and here Spike gos all first base on me. Okay Soarin, just close you eyes and meet Spike half way.... Soarin closed his eyes and leaned in. And then.. They connected. But then the second floor elevator to the restaurant opened to revile noun other than Soarin's ex-marefriend. Spitfire. Her eyes widened at the since before her. Her ex was kissing another stallion. No! not a stallion, but a dragon.No! She couldn’t let this happen. "Soarin! what are you doing?!" Her furious yell filled the entire restaurant, top to bottom. Spike and Soarin broke apart, there eyes wide. Soarin was the first to see Spitfire and she did not look happy at all. He had been with Spitfire long enough to know that when she gets pissed. She gets pissed BIG TIME! “This won't end well” He whispered * * * Spike, Soarin and Spitfire all looked upon each-other in silence. The top floor to the restaurant had been deserted by the other patrons after Spitfires outburst. There were only two pony's and a dragon left. Spitfire calmed down enough to take a seat across from the couple. Both party’s stared at each-other in awkward silence. Until Spitfire spoke. “How long...?”. Soarin cleared his throat. “How long, as in: Me and Spike or as in-” “Yes. You and that lizard!”. Spike took offense from her rude comment. Dragons were known to get very angry from being called lizard. And Spike was no exception. But he just chose to ignored it. For now. “Little over a day and a half. Why?” Asked The Wonderbolt crossing his hoofs. She sighed. “Good. Then there's still time”. Both Dragon and Pegasus looked confused. “Still time for what?” They both asked. Spitfire looked confused herself. “You know. To cure you from the gay. I'll take you to this place I've read about where they can help you Soarin” She looked to Spike. “And maybe you too”. The new couple was both shocked and disgusted. They new about these places that she was talking about (Well mostly Spike) and they did not cure you. There was nothing to cure anyway. All those places did was beat you until you where cured from the gay sin. But there was no cure. Because its not a disease! “If anypony needs a cure, than its you Spitfire. Cure you from being a bitch!” Said Soarin looking proud from his remark. Spitfire looked hurt. Spike on the other hand face-clawed. “Very funny Soarin. But let me do the talking, please” Said Spike with another sigh. Soarin nodded. Then Spike turned his attention to Spitfire. “Spitfire, do you really believe in that anti-gay crap?”. She looked down. “No...” Soarin jumped up and got in her face. “Then whats this about!? You cheated on me. I was sad and on the verge of suicide” Spitfire looked shocked. “but then Spike came along and saved me. He even let me stay at his place until I got better. After a few days I started to feel something different for him. I... I fell in love. Ha! That's right I’m in love” He jumped up and yelled. “You hear that world! I'm in Love!”. Then he remembered that nopony was on the top floor. So he sat back down awkwardly. Spike giving him a warm smile, and to his surprise. Spitfire smiling. She looked at both of them. Back and fourth until stopping at Soarin. “So, dose this dragon really make you happy?”. He smiled and took Spikes claw in his hoof. Giving it a tight squeeze. “Yes he dose. So, very much” Spike looked on the verge of tears. Spitfire sighed and looked sad. “Then I'm sorry” She looked away from them. “for everything...”. “Why?”. Her head shot up and she looked to not Soarin, but to Spike. Who had asked the question. “Excuse me?”. “Why did you cheat on Soarin in the first place?”. Both her and the male Pegasus looked shocked at the bluntness that the question was asked in. Spitfire looked it Soarin. Tears in her eyes. “I...I..” She broke down. “I'M SO SORRY!!!”. Spike and Soarin were taken aback from the outburst. She was now openly sobbing. “I.. n-never wanted to c-cause you so much p-pain! I just couldn’t lead you on anymore. So I lied. I never cheated on you!”. There eyes grew. “But the letter-” “Buck the letter! I lied Soarin. I lied because... because...” She smacked her head on the table. With her mouth covered by the wood they couldn’t make out what she was saying. “I'm m... memmman” They leaned in. “What was that?”. “I'm a.... melmman”. “Your a what?”Asked Spike. She sighed and lifted her head. Looking her ex in the eyes she spoke. “I'm a lesbian” She bowed her head in shame. How could she have done this to him? He was her oldest friend so she couldn't just say no when he asked her out. But look at what she did to him and herself .She was unhappy in the relationship, but he looked like he was having the time of his life. For a year she led him on. A bucking year! She never met to hurt him. But yet she did. She should have just say no from the start. That way nopony would have gotten hurt. And all that anti-gay crap she just spoke. That was a lie to. She thought that she could turn him into the bad guy then everything would be fine. But instead it just made her an even bigger jerk. She was expecting to be yelled at, pushed, or even hit by Soarin and his drakefriend. But instead what she got was a hoof placed upon her shoulder. She looked up to see the warm smiles from the couple. “But I..." She wiped away some tears. "your not mad?”. The Pegasus shrugged. “A little. But not because your a lesbian. And had know that you were one even where we were going out!” His voice softened. “but because you lied to me. And to yourself. I though we were friends, and your supposed to tell friends everything” He smiled and placed out a hoof. "No. were not friends”. His smile fell. But hers appeared. “Where teammates. Then friends” She took his hoof and sat up. “I'll be seeing you at Wonderbolt practice tomorrow. You got that!”. He grinned and gave her a salute “Yes ma'am!" THE END! Author's Note THE END... Bonus Chapter: Coming out to CelestiaSoarin's Scales Bonus chapter: Coming out to Celestia The door to the Princess's throne room closed, leaving Spike and Celestia alone. Almost immediately Celesta's well known poker face disappeared. A huge smile appeared on her face at the site of her beloved child. “Spike my son!” She pulled him into a hug. “come to mama!” Spike blushed. Rolling his eyes he embraced his mother. He would never admit it, but Spike loved it when his mother used baby talk. Even though he was 21. “It's good to see you too mom”. After a few more seconds hugging, Celestia let go of her, not so much anymore, baby dragon. She looked over the drake with pride. “My, you’ve certainly grown a lot on me the past year. Also speaking of it, would it kill you to drop by sometime and see your mother” She gave an accusing expression. “Sorry” Said Spike bashfully. The drake rubbed the back of his scales. “I’ve just had a lot to do this past year”. “Oh yea. Like what?” Spike averted his eyes from his mother. Celestia noticed this and raised an eye brow. “Well... you know”. “Um.. no I don't” She placed her hoof under his chin and moved his gaze to her eyes. “Spike if you have anything on your mind you can tell me” She gave him a warm smile. That smile made the dragon feel a little better, but he still felt nervous. He turned his head away. Celestia frowned. “C-can we sit down and t-talk” He stuttered. Her smile returned. “Of course”. Levitating two chairs over to them Celestia sat. Spike followed her example, taking the seat across from her. “So would you like to tell me whats on your mind?”. Spike gulped. “OK... *sigh*... I met somepony” He flinched. Celesta's face instantly brightened. She practically jumped out of her chair, running around like a little filly. Well... more like Pinkie Pie. With a sugar high. “That's wonderful Spike! When do I get to meet the lucky mare?!”. Spike blushed and he was sweating profusely. “Well you see.. about that I- Oh! this is just positively fantastic!”. “It's just that- “My son found a mare! *Gasp* that means I'm going to have grand-baby’s soon!” She squeaked, clapping her hoofs together. “No it's not- I'll set up the wedding Ime-” “MOM!”. Celestia stopped dead in her tracks. She looked at Spike with sparkling eyes. “Yes my little dragon. Did you say something?”. “My special somepony isn’t a mare... Celesta's eyes widened. The sparkle vanishing faster than it appeared. … it's a stallion. His names Soarin. It felt like forever before the pony or dragon said anything. The awkward silence that filled the room was unbearable for Spike. “The Wonderbolt?” His mother asked in a whisper. Spike nodded slowly. “This. Is. Wonderful!” She giggled. The sparkle reappeared in her eyes and her smile came back in full force. Spikes jaw hit the floor. With wide eyes Spike asked. “Your not angry?”. Celestia gasped. Clearly shocked that her son would think such a thing. “Oh Spike, of course not. Sure this is... different, but I'm just happy that you found somepony. And this may backfire on my grand-baby’s plan, but you can always adopt!” She giggled. Then she leaned in and kissed his forehead. “I love you for who you are. Never forget that”. He smiled as tears poured from his eyes. “I love you too mom”. Both mother and son hugged. Not noticing the blue pegasus outside the rooms window. Soarin smiled at the show of affection. “What a cute moment..”. "You there!" Soarin turned his head to the voice of Royal pegasus Guards. His face flushed. "Nopony is allowed up here. Surrender yourself or will fire our crossbows!". "Shit..." and with that Soarin flew away, with ten Royal Guards close behind.
Dark days & New lights {Edited} Dark days & New lights {Edited} Soarin's Scales Chapter One: Dark days & New lights Soarin had woken up to a throbbing pain in his head. It was not, as you might imagine, Soarin's first hangover, but it hurt like hell all the same. Slowly and hesitantly he pulled the sheets off himself and sat up in bed. He tried to lift his head off the pillow he lay back in. Not an option, the pain was just to great. Then he inadvertently turned his head too quickly and that hurt like hell also. Never the less, he got up and trotted over to the bathroom, even though his body wanted nothing more than to lay down and die. He took a look the mirror only to see remnants of his former self. Soarin's mane was in a mess and his fur was covered in vomit and spot stains. To put into words: Soarin was a total train wreck. His eyes were bloodshot from all the crying and insomnia. Looking over to his clock he noticed that he had to be at Wonderbolt's practice in an hour. But he didn't care, he couldn't care less. Also... she would be there. Soarin hadn't felt like his old self for the past month. Getting up in the morning required a lot of effort and all of his so called friends irritated the hell out of him. Always asking if he's okay or wondering when he'll go back to work. Maybe soon. Maybe never. He didn't cari If he got fired. Soarin's Doctor (who he had so reluctantly went to) said that he suffered from depression which didn't surprise him. After all, his breakup with Spitfire was hard on him. The Doctor had said that the emotions we feel after a break up are overwhelming at times, but know that they are as natural as love itself. He also said that there are four stages of an emotional break up. One. Guilt~ already there Two. Nothingness~ yup Three. Defeat~ Oh yeah Four. Exhaustion~ Big time And Five. Depression..... Soarin had broken up with thousands of mares in the past. Most of whom were fan-fillys who he had spent one night in bed with, then would sink out early the next morning. But this time was different SHE broke up with him after just one year as a couple. But here's the best part. She cheated on him. I mean, can you imagine what that does to a stallions confidence? not that much good, that's a fact. And the part that really hurt him was that he actually... cared about her unlike the other mares he's been with. Spitfire was his best friend. They had been friends long before becoming Wounderbolts. He... he missed her this all his hear- Soarin shook his head. There was no time for that kind of thought. Looking away from his reflection. He said something under his breath which didn't sound all too polite. Then he dragged himself over to his alcohol and vomit stained bed, crawled under the sheets and went to sleep. 'I'll do something productive later ' he thought. * * * At a bar in Ponyville sitting at the farthest table in the back, finishing his tenth beer, sat Soarin. The bar was named "The Crazy Horse" and had been his second home for the past month. He was told by the bar owner that if he wanted to be allowed to keep coming back he would have to sit far away from the rest of the customers because his depressing and regular visits were starting to get complaints. Lucky for Soarin, the owner was a good friend of his named "Vinyl Scratch" and unlike most sane bar owners, she would not throw out an old friend. Just then a song started to play on the bars phonograph: Soarin was now openly crying, so much that he didn't even notice the green and purple figure taking a seat across him. Soarin felt a claw on his shoulder and his head shot up to see the familiar face of Spike the dragon. Spike had grown both physically and mentally in the past years since him and that librarian mare came to town. About two years ago he had another growth spurt but unlike the first one, this was all natural. The dragon stood at the same height as an average stallion when he was on all fours. Soarin and Spike had actually gotten real close after the events of the Equestrian Games some years ago. This was before Spike had gotten his growth spurt. Spike had been the only pon-errrr-dragon to visit him in the hospital as his wings recovered. Soarin was confused at why he would visit him, because previous to this, they had never said a word to each other. But Spike went on to tell him about how he was a huge fan of the Wonderbolts (especially Soarin) and when he had heard of Soarin's accident he came right down to check up on him. That had made Soarin's day. Spike was more than surprised to hear that none of his fans or teammates had came to see the famous flyer, but was also excited to being the first one to check up on him. Soarin and Spike spent the rest of the day hanging out in the hospital room talking about all kinds of topics and telling jokes. Soarin didn't want the little dragon to get bored, so he told him that he could leave if he wanted to (even though Soarin would hate it if he left), but Spike merely shook his claw and told him "Nah, I would rather stay here with you and listen to your cool stories" he said with a smile. Soarin had a few tears in his eyes because of the kindness the little dragon was showing him. Spike would rather give up his whole day inside with Soarin then to go out and watch the teams practice.... Spike and Soarin just stared at each other for a while, neither one saying a word. Spike removed his gaze from Soarin's eyes and looked over all the beer bottles. Then back to Soarin and removed his claw "Why?". "What?" Soarin didn't thank he heard him correctly "Why are you doing this to yourself?" Spike clenched his claws but calmly replied, but then Spikes voice suddenly got louder "Why are you killing yourself?!". Soarin couldn't respond, he was stunned, angry, and sad. Spike once again had come to the rescue and hit the mark, to seek him out and try to help. Sure ponies asked if he was okay or when would he get back to work, but that was only when Soarin had gone to them. But Spike had come on his own behalf. Soarin started to shed tears and he looked down unable to look his friend in the eyes. Spike lifted the pegasus's head with a claw and leaned closer. Spike had a few tears of his own escape him "Why?" he asked in barely a whisper. Soarin could handle killing himself with alcohol, he could handle a broken wing, and he could try to deal with a broken heart but he could not handle seeing the one dragon/pony that actually cared about him cry because of what he was doing to himself. So Soarin relented and then told him everything. From the day Spitfire broke up with him, the day he stopped showing up to work, and to where he was now killing himself on beer and whiskey. By the end of the painful story, Soarin was a complete mess and cried loudly, gathering attention from the other ponies in the bar, but he didn't care. Spike reached over the table and pulled the crying Pegasus into a hug. Soarin was confused for a second but then melted into the hug and cried a storm into Spike's shoulder. Spike just held him close through it all. About ten minutes later, Soarin had stopped crying and calmed down all together and pulled away from Spike's strong arms. Spike all ready missed the soft fur on the stallion. "Thanks bro, I needed that." Soarin sniffed and wipe his eyes with a smile. "No problem." Spike smiled back. Soarin looked above the door to the bar and read the clock. '1:23 AM! Wow I've been here longer than I thought' thought Soarin. "Um.. Spike?" said Soarin. Spike looked at his friend "I just want to thank you for.. well you know". Spike laughed and shrugged "It was really no problem at all. I just couldn't leave a great friend like you feeling so down" Said Spike with a slight blush. Soarin didn't notice though as he hopped off the chair. But once his hooves touched the floor, he toppled over. Luckily for him, Spike caught him in mid air, now Soarin was the one blushing because he was cradled in Spike's arms like a baby. Soarin and Spike just stared into each others eyes in that position for a long time until Spike coughed and spoke "Um... I t-think you had a bit too much to drink, S-Soarin." he said with a awkward chuckle, putting Soarin back on his hooves. "Yeah I guess I have." Soarin chuckled too, rubbing the back of his head with a hoof. Spike thought for a moment. Hesitated. Then spoke. "Um you can, I mean if you want to-" "Yea?" asked Soarin, curious at where he was going with this. Spike swallowed "You could stay at my place tonight, I know you live in a cloud home and you're in no condition to fly". Soarin didn't know what to say. Not only had Spike given him a shoulder to cry on but now he was offering HIS home for a place to stay in his time of need. Spike was truly a great friend. But there was one thing? "Spike don't you live with that librarian? and don't you need her permission?". Spike was confused for a minute then face-clawed "No. I must have forgotten to tell you, but I don't live with Twilight anymore. I moved out about a month ago and got my own place not far from here." Spike deadpanned. "Okay then, let's go". "What?" said Spike in disbelief. "Let's go. You were offering me a place to stay, right?" questioned Soarin, slightly confused. "Oh... Yea! Okay let's go." Spike grinned with a small blush. This time Soarin noticed. 'What is up with Spike?' he thought. Soarin paid Vinyl and thanked her. Then the two friends trotted out of the bar. Spikes scales and Soarin's fur touched for an instant on their way out the door. Only if they could know how much they would touch in the coming future..... Author's Note P.S: The part in the story where Soarin is in the hospital, is my take on why Spike was not with the girls at the Teem practice, in the new season 4 episode.
Bromance {Edited}Bromance {Edited} Soarin's Scales Chapter Two: Bromance "Soarin, you up?" asked Spike from the kitchen. "Yea." came the reply with a yawn. Coming down the stairs to the first floor of Spike's house, Soarin entered the kitchen and saw Spike stirring eggs in a frying pan. He took a seat at the table and watched Spike cook. Spike expertly stirred the eggs, put bread in the toaster, and poured Soarin and himself some orange juice with his tail all at the same time. Years of cooking for Twilight had made Spike a professional at this. Soarin watched in amusement at Spike's work. The purple dragon was something, that's the truth! A good friend, a good cook, and a good looking- 'Wait... what? Was I really thinking about Spike that way? No..no of course not. I mean sure Spikes nice, charming, cool, a bit awkward at times (which Soarin thought was cute). But that didn't mean' Soarin's thoughts were cut off by Spike placing a plate piled high with steamy, delicious looking eggs and toast with jelly on the side. Spike really had out done himself. Soarin lifted up his fork with a hoof and dug into his eggs. The taste, Oh Celestial, the taste! It was as if his mouth had died and gone to heaven. Spike watched in pride as his guest indulged himself in his eggs then chuckled "By the look on your face I guess that I did good". Soarin swallowed and looked up from his plate, smiling. "Spike, you did an amazing job on these eggs!" said Soarin diving right back into his food. If Soarin wasn't head first in a plate of heaven eggs then he would have seen the blush on Spike's cheeks. Spike chuckled and dug into his food as well. The two friends ate in silence the rest of the morning. * * * A green, purple dragon and a blue pegasus trotted down the streets of Ponyville, chatting away. Ponies of all kinds waved to them and smiled. Spike and Soarin waved and smiled back. Even a few fans came up to Soarin asking for autographs (much to his annoyance), but he smiled and did so anyway. After a few more minutes of walking, the two made it to a building by the name of: Sugercube Corner. To be kind, Soarin held open the door for Spike. Spike blushed and thanked him, and went inside. Inside, ponies were sitting at tables chatting away, eating cupcakes and other sugary treats. Spike scanned the room for a certain pink pony, but couldn't find her anywhere. He knew that she would pop out sooner or later and he knew that he could warn Soarin... but decided against it. Soarin trotted up to the counter. The Wonderbolt was surprised to not fine anyone at the register so he rang the bell... Big mistake! Faster then Soarin could ever hope to fly, a pink blur popped up from behind the counter and tackled him to the ground. After the stars had cleared from his vision, Soarin looked up to see a pony with the biggest smile that he had ever seen. "Hi, I'm Pinkie Pie!" yelled Pinkie Pie. "Um... Hi, I'm-" he was cut off by the hyper mare. "Oh..oh don't tell me you're a chicken! no, how about a cow! Or... hold on" The mare brought a hoof up to her beard (That she must had just grown) and stroked it in deep thought until, "Wait *gasp* you're Soarin the Wonderbolt!" she screamed. Soarin swallowed then responded "Yes that's me". Expecting Pinkie Pie to scream with happiness or burst into song, Soarin tried to pull out of her grip. But to his and Spike's surprise, she got off him and slowly trotted behind the counter then disappeared like she was going downstairs. Soarin looked up to Spike for an answer but all he got in response was a shrug and a "Don't ask" from the dragon. Spike helped his friend up then the two turned towards the counter to find too just made muffins sitting there and a letter that read: 'To Spike & his coltfriend. From Pinkie Pie xoxoxo'. Both of them blushed madly and turned away from each other. Quickly they took the muffins and left the correct amount of bits on the counter, and left the shop. * * * Spike thought that it would be a good idea to take Soarin to a movie to help cheer him up after that awkward incident at Pinkie Pie's. Movies had just came out, and were the hottest thing right now. They say that some big-shot inventor in Applewood had created the movie business, and the projector, as they called it. The projector was this device that could place moving pictures on a big screen. So now after that history lesson, both Spike and Soarin stood outside the Ponyville movie theater, looking at the selection of new releases. "Um..." Spike was in deep thought "How about Seducing the King" he said, pointing towards the poster. "You do know that a chick-flick, right?" Soarin looked at him with a questioning face. "Oh... I didn't know" he lied. Spike awkwardly chuckled and rubbed the back of his head with a claw. Soarin just shrugged and went back to looking at the posters. A cool looking poster with armored ponies running up a hill carrying swords caught his eye. "How about Front Line Canterlot, I heard it's an awesome war movie!" he said with a smile. Spike was not that amused. He was never really big on war films. All it was to him was ponies killing ponies, but he wanted Soarin to be happy so he nodded and smiled. They paid for their tickets and went inside the theater. * * * After the movie was done, Luna's moon was coming up, so Spike asked Soarin if he would like to stay at his place until he gets his life on track. Soarin thought about his home and the nearly destroyed state it was in, then said yes to Spike, who in return had the biggest smile that Pinkie Pie could only hope to achieve. (Pinkie Pies house) Pinkie Pie looked up from her book on scientific theory and gave an angry glare "I feel a disturbance in the force..." then went back to reading. (Back to Spike & Soarin) After complying to stay for another night Soarin and Spike went back home. By the time they got back, it was late, so they went up the stairs and off to bed. But before going into their rooms, they both told each other goodnight with a friendly smile then stepped inside and closed the doors. That night both Spike and Soarin dreamed about each other. * * * A few days passed by and Monday came around the corner. During those days Spike & Soarin had begun to notice new feelings emerge towards each other, all their time was spent hanging out, talking, and basic dude stuff. But once and awhile an awkward moment would emerge. Like when Spike and Soarin would trip during a game of hoofball and fall on top of each other, causing their lips to meet for just a moment. That was probably the biggest event to happen, but the other awkward moments were just a quick glances at each others plots and getting caught. Nothing too big. Soarin was over all confused about himself and these new feelings. But Spike on the other claw was sure about himself and knew what he wanted, he wanted Soarin.... No, he needed Soarin! So during one of their random talk sessions, Spike decided to bring up a question that might help him get what he needed. So putting another log in the fireplace he spoke. "Soarin, can I ask you something?" asked Spike, walking over towards the couch and taking a seat. "Sure, what's up?" Soarin looked up from his book with a curious expression. Spike swallowed and nervously moved his gaze to anywhere but Soarins eyes. "Well.. Um..." 'Come on Spike just say it.' he thought "w-would you like to have d-dinner with me?". Soarin's eyes widened in surprise. Out of all the things Spike could have asked this was by far the last thing he thought the dragon would. Now let's get one thing straight, even though Soarin was a jock and by stereotype law, he should be dumb and clueless, but that was far from the truth in his case. Soarin had also been around the block many a times so he knew when somepony was asking him out. But back to the topic at hoof. Did he really feel that way about Spike? I mean every time he was around the dragon, he would feel... happy and alive for the first time in a long time and when they hung out, Soarin felt like he could be himself without any judgment. Spike had helped him in his time of need, got him on his hooves again, and stood by him all the way. That was way more than Spitfire had ever done. And with Spike he felt... loved. And it didn't matter anymore that Spike was a guy, all that mattered now was if Spike would be his guy. But that all depended on his answer. So with his accepted feelings for the dragon, he gave his response with teary eyes and a smile. "Yes!". Author's Note The Bromance is becoming something more!
The Dinner The Dinner Soarin's Scales Chapter three: The Dinner “Soarin, are you ready yet?” Asked Spike from the living room of his house. “Just one more moment bro, and I'll be down” Came the reply from upstairs. Tonight was Spike and Soarins first date. They spent all of yesterday searching for a good place to have there said date, but in retrospect that should not be a hard task to complete. Soarin had suggested that they go to a bar. Spike on the other hand suggested that they go somewhere more... maturer. And there was no place more maturer than Spot de' oss, the most fancy restaurant in Ponyville. Soarin was unwilling. But eventually Soarin gave into Spikes idea. But only If Spike agreed that he didn't have to where a tuxedo. Spike beamed and gave the Pegasus a big hug. But then made him promises to at least wear something presentable. Spike will agree that he was being a little like Twilight a this moment, but that was only because he had not been on a real date since... Cherilee. But that was another story. “Soarin, come on already!” Called Spike sounding impatient. “Hurry up! or where going to be late!”. Gods, sometimes hes worse than a mare Thought Spike. Only a few moments later said pegasus totted down the stares. Spike looked up, his eyes growing wide. Soarin was wearing a simple black leather jacket.. It was the complete opposite of Spikes attire. The dragon was wearing a fancy black tuxedo made by his childhood crush Rarity. Soarins outfit wasn't bad at all. He looked good. But it was like the jacket said: Soarin the wonderbolt! all over it. Spike was piratically drooling. “Ha! I'm so hot that your mouth is watering” He laughed. Spike blushed, and looked away. Soarin soon calmed down and also looked away. I still can't believe that I'm about to go on a date, with a male! Thought Soarin blushing. “Its not to little, right?” Asked Soarin looking down at his attire, and then up to Spikes tux. “I mean, its not as fancy as your tuxedo. But I thought tha-" “Its perfect” Said Spike cutting him off with a finger to his lips. “In fact! I think that I'm a little overdressed”. They both gave a light chuckle. Smiling at each other they heading too the door. Then Spike opened said door for his (Hopefully) soon-to-be coltfriend. Soarin thanked him and walked outside. Closing the door Spike had one thing on his mind. Please Gods above, let tonight go well Spike prayed/begged under his breath. * * * “Good evening gentlecolt- errrr, I mean stallion and dragon. Do you have a reservation?” Asked the waiter, looking a little nervous with a real dragon standing right in front of him. “Yes, as a matter-of-fact we do” Said Spike. “Its under Spike Sparkle”. The waiter looked down at his papers and nodded. “Oh yes! I see right here. And *gasp* it says that your a Prince?!” Spike nodded, blushing. “well then sir's please follow me then”. Spot de' oss was the seconded tallest building in Ponyville, right underneath the Ponyville clock tower. So when Spike and Soarin were seated at there table on the top floor, they had a grate view of Ponyville. A waitress came to there table. "What will you be having tonight sir's?". “I'll take a Ice Tea” Said Soarin. “And I'll have a bottle of your finest wine” Spike gave a wink to Soarin. The waitress smiled and trotted away. Soarin transferred his gaze to Spike and grinned. “So, trying to get me drunk are we?” Started Soarin. “Is that apart of your grand plan to get laid tonight?” “Oh please..” Spike waved a claw. “like I need to get you drunk to have sex”. Soarin blushed. "I might just agree with you Spike.." They both blushed and chuckled. Another waitress came carrying the drinks. "There you go sir's". She trotted away. Spike poured them both a glass of wine. Soarin put his tea to the side. Soarin took a sip. Then his face scrunched up. "Eww!" He exclaimed. "that's awful!". Spike raised an eyebrow. "What? you never had wine before?". He shook his head. "I'm more of a beer guy". Spike giggled. "Its a taste you have to get used to" The dragon took another sip. * * * The waitress returned and asked for there orders. Spike got the salad with Prench dressing. Soarin got a plane hay bugger. She nodded and trotted away. Spike sighed. "Soarin this is the most fancy restaurant in Ponyville. You don't have to settle for a hay-bugger”. Soarin smiled.“I know that. But its just, I've been craving a hay-burger for days now” He blushed. “Also, I couldn’t read the other foods. They were all in Prench”. The two friends burst into laughter. Spike laughed again. Then he reached across the table and lifted Soarin chin up. “Soarin? theirs something I've been wanting to tell you for a long, long time” Spike closed his eyes and brought his face closer. "I love you" he whispered. The dragons lips came closer. Soarin eyes widened. Not only because of Spikes confession, but because Spikes lips were getting real close. They were about to have there first kiss. OMG! I can't believe that this is about to happen! our first kiss. Heck, where not even offical yet and here Spike gos all first base on me. Okay Soarin, just close you eyes and meet Spike half way.... Soarin closed his eyes and leaned in. And then.. They connected. But then the second floor elevator to the restaurant opened to revile noun other than Soarin's ex-marefriend. Spitfire. Her eyes widened at the since before her. Her ex was kissing another stallion. No! not a stallion, but a dragon.No! She couldn’t let this happen. "Soarin! what are you doing?!" Her furious yell filled the entire restaurant, top to bottom. Spike and Soarin broke apart, there eyes wide. Soarin was the first to see Spitfire and she did not look happy at all. He had been with Spitfire long enough to know that when she gets pissed. She gets pissed BIG TIME! “This won't end well” He whispered * * * Spike, Soarin and Spitfire all looked upon each-other in silence. The top floor to the restaurant had been deserted by the other patrons after Spitfires outburst. There were only two pony's and a dragon left. Spitfire calmed down enough to take a seat across from the couple. Both party’s stared at each-other in awkward silence. Until Spitfire spoke. “How long...?”. Soarin cleared his throat. “How long, as in: Me and Spike or as in-” “Yes. You and that lizard!”. Spike took offense from her rude comment. Dragons were known to get very angry from being called lizard. And Spike was no exception. But he just chose to ignored it. For now. “Little over a day and a half. Why?” Asked The Wonderbolt crossing his hoofs. She sighed. “Good. Then there's still time”. Both Dragon and Pegasus looked confused. “Still time for what?” They both asked. Spitfire looked confused herself. “You know. To cure you from the gay. I'll take you to this place I've read about where they can help you Soarin” She looked to Spike. “And maybe you too”. The new couple was both shocked and disgusted. They new about these places that she was talking about (Well mostly Spike) and they did not cure you. There was nothing to cure anyway. All those places did was beat you until you where cured from the gay sin. But there was no cure. Because its not a disease! “If anypony needs a cure, than its you Spitfire. Cure you from being a bitch!” Said Soarin looking proud from his remark. Spitfire looked hurt. Spike on the other hand face-clawed. “Very funny Soarin. But let me do the talking, please” Said Spike with another sigh. Soarin nodded. Then Spike turned his attention to Spitfire. “Spitfire, do you really believe in that anti-gay crap?”. She looked down. “No...” Soarin jumped up and got in her face. “Then whats this about!? You cheated on me. I was sad and on the verge of suicide” Spitfire looked shocked. “but then Spike came along and saved me. He even let me stay at his place until I got better. After a few days I started to feel something different for him. I... I fell in love. Ha! That's right I’m in love” He jumped up and yelled. “You hear that world! I'm in Love!”. Then he remembered that nopony was on the top floor. So he sat back down awkwardly. Spike giving him a warm smile, and to his surprise. Spitfire smiling. She looked at both of them. Back and fourth until stopping at Soarin. “So, dose this dragon really make you happy?”. He smiled and took Spikes claw in his hoof. Giving it a tight squeeze. “Yes he dose. So, very much” Spike looked on the verge of tears. Spitfire sighed and looked sad. “Then I'm sorry” She looked away from them. “for everything...”. “Why?”. Her head shot up and she looked to not Soarin, but to Spike. Who had asked the question. “Excuse me?”. “Why did you cheat on Soarin in the first place?”. Both her and the male Pegasus looked shocked at the bluntness that the question was asked in. Spitfire looked it Soarin. Tears in her eyes. “I...I..” She broke down. “I'M SO SORRY!!!”. Spike and Soarin were taken aback from the outburst. She was now openly sobbing. “I.. n-never wanted to c-cause you so much p-pain! I just couldn’t lead you on anymore. So I lied. I never cheated on you!”. There eyes grew. “But the letter-” “Buck the letter! I lied Soarin. I lied because... because...” She smacked her head on the table. With her mouth covered by the wood they couldn’t make out what she was saying. “I'm m... memmman” They leaned in. “What was that?”. “I'm a.... melmman”. “Your a what?”Asked Spike. She sighed and lifted her head. Looking her ex in the eyes she spoke. “I'm a lesbian” She bowed her head in shame. How could she have done this to him? He was her oldest friend so she couldn't just say no when he asked her out. But look at what she did to him and herself .She was unhappy in the relationship, but he looked like he was having the time of his life. For a year she led him on. A bucking year! She never met to hurt him. But yet she did. She should have just say no from the start. That way nopony would have gotten hurt. And all that anti-gay crap she just spoke. That was a lie to. She thought that she could turn him into the bad guy then everything would be fine. But instead it just made her an even bigger jerk. She was expecting to be yelled at, pushed, or even hit by Soarin and his drakefriend. But instead what she got was a hoof placed upon her shoulder. She looked up to see the warm smiles from the couple. “But I..." She wiped away some tears. "your not mad?”. The Pegasus shrugged. “A little. But not because your a lesbian. And had know that you were one even where we were going out!” His voice softened. “but because you lied to me. And to yourself. I though we were friends, and your supposed to tell friends everything” He smiled and placed out a hoof. "No. were not friends”. His smile fell. But hers appeared. “Where teammates. Then friends” She took his hoof and sat up. “I'll be seeing you at Wonderbolt practice tomorrow. You got that!”. He grinned and gave her a salute “Yes ma'am!" THE END! Author's Note THE END...
Bonus Chapter: Coming out to CelestiaSoarin's Scales Bonus chapter: Coming out to Celestia The door to the Princess's throne room closed, leaving Spike and Celestia alone. Almost immediately Celesta's well known poker face disappeared. A huge smile appeared on her face at the site of her beloved child. “Spike my son!” She pulled him into a hug. “come to mama!” Spike blushed. Rolling his eyes he embraced his mother. He would never admit it, but Spike loved it when his mother used baby talk. Even though he was 21. “It's good to see you too mom”. After a few more seconds hugging, Celestia let go of her, not so much anymore, baby dragon. She looked over the drake with pride. “My, you’ve certainly grown a lot on me the past year. Also speaking of it, would it kill you to drop by sometime and see your mother” She gave an accusing expression. “Sorry” Said Spike bashfully. The drake rubbed the back of his scales. “I’ve just had a lot to do this past year”. “Oh yea. Like what?” Spike averted his eyes from his mother. Celestia noticed this and raised an eye brow. “Well... you know”. “Um.. no I don't” She placed her hoof under his chin and moved his gaze to her eyes. “Spike if you have anything on your mind you can tell me” She gave him a warm smile. That smile made the dragon feel a little better, but he still felt nervous. He turned his head away. Celestia frowned. “C-can we sit down and t-talk” He stuttered. Her smile returned. “Of course”. Levitating two chairs over to them Celestia sat. Spike followed her example, taking the seat across from her. “So would you like to tell me whats on your mind?”. Spike gulped. “OK... *sigh*... I met somepony” He flinched. Celesta's face instantly brightened. She practically jumped out of her chair, running around like a little filly. Well... more like Pinkie Pie. With a sugar high. “That's wonderful Spike! When do I get to meet the lucky mare?!”. Spike blushed and he was sweating profusely. “Well you see.. about that I- Oh! this is just positively fantastic!”. “It's just that- “My son found a mare! *Gasp* that means I'm going to have grand-baby’s soon!” She squeaked, clapping her hoofs together. “No it's not- I'll set up the wedding Ime-” “MOM!”. Celestia stopped dead in her tracks. She looked at Spike with sparkling eyes. “Yes my little dragon. Did you say something?”. “My special somepony isn’t a mare... Celesta's eyes widened. The sparkle vanishing faster than it appeared. … it's a stallion. His names Soarin. It felt like forever before the pony or dragon said anything. The awkward silence that filled the room was unbearable for Spike. “The Wonderbolt?” His mother asked in a whisper. Spike nodded slowly. “This. Is. Wonderful!” She giggled. The sparkle reappeared in her eyes and her smile came back in full force. Spikes jaw hit the floor. With wide eyes Spike asked. “Your not angry?”. Celestia gasped. Clearly shocked that her son would think such a thing. “Oh Spike, of course not. Sure this is... different, but I'm just happy that you found somepony. And this may backfire on my grand-baby’s plan, but you can always adopt!” She giggled. Then she leaned in and kissed his forehead. “I love you for who you are. Never forget that”. He smiled as tears poured from his eyes. “I love you too mom”. Both mother and son hugged. Not noticing the blue pegasus outside the rooms window. Soarin smiled at the show of affection. “What a cute moment..”. "You there!" Soarin turned his head to the voice of Royal pegasus Guards. His face flushed. "Nopony is allowed up here. Surrender yourself or will fire our crossbows!". "Shit..." and with that Soarin flew away, with ten Royal Guards close behind.
