Adoption and Secrets

by Junster00741

Rating: everyone
Tags: Sad, Other, Original Character, Scootaloo, Fluttershy, Main 6, Slice of Life, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Length: 9260

Not many know of Scootaloo's story, where did she come from? Did she have a family? If she did wouldn't we have seen them by now since she's been in Ponyville for years or is there more to this than anypony thought...

(HEADS UP, THIS WAS NOT REWORKED OR ANYTHING SO THIS WON'T MATCH UP WITH THE OTHER STORIES)

After Cerulean and Fluttershy learn a secret from Scootaloo it brings back something in Fluttershy's mind she has long forgotten. Ceurlean noticed it right away but Fluttershy wouldn't tell them why and soon enough, she suddenly disappears. Worrying none stop Cerulean does whatever he can do to find her, will he succeed or will he perish while looking for his beloved sister...

Published 2014-02-02 03:40:06 UTC
Last updated 2014-02-22 03:40:29 UTC

Part 1

Adoption and Secrets

By Junter00741 6/1/13-6/4/13

Part 1

I was walking back to my house from a party that we threw because it was Applejack's birthday. We had a lot fun but eventually the party had to end and everypony had to go home. Applejack is one crazy party pony I will say that, she was dancing and having a lot fun. Of course she’s not like Pinkie Pie, that pony would dive around and devour 5 cakes at the same time...How is she even alive to this day?

Fluttershy had to leave early because she had to take care of these new baby squirrels that were just born, hope it’s going well for her. Must be hard to take care of newborns since Fluttershy lives with many animals. I’m sure she’s used to it but it must’ve been hard for her in the beginning.

Just before I was about to exit Ponyville to go back home I noticed Scootaloo walking by herself. Don't fillies have a curfew or something, i’m sure they do since I don’t see any other fillies walking around at night. Then again I do live in a house in the woods inhabited by animals with my sister so how would I know anyway?

I called out to her, "Hey Scootaloo!"

She turned around and noticed it was me, "Oh hi Fluttershy's brother." said Scootaloo cheerfully.

"Aren't you supposed to be home right now? Its pretty late for a philly to be out this late."

"What’s it to you?" said Scootaloo suddenly irritated.

I raised an eyebrow at her, "Just asking jeez. Well I'll see you later then."

"Yeah bye." said Scootaloo.

What’s her problem? Just a second ago she was all happy but now she’s mad at me for some reason. Did I say something that made her mad? I couldn’t have if I just said hello and asked her why she was out so late at night. Maybe something is wrong with her or something is bothering her.

"Hey wait!” Scootaloo stopped and turned to me, looking displeased, “Are you ok?"

She sighed and lowered her head, "I’m fine just a bit tired. Sorry if I snapped or anything."

"Would you mind if I walked you home."

Come to think of it I've lived here for a while but I've never seen her house or family. Do they live here or into the woods like Fluttershy and I do.

"Uhhh...No thanks i’m fine." said Scootaloo awkwardly.

She immediately started walking away and left me.

"What was that about?" I said to myself, “Scootaloo’s never acted like this. Hm...Come to think of it she did act strange when I asked her about her home. Maybe I should I follow her just to see if she makes it back alright...I’m talking to myself again.” I sighed sadly and dropped my head down, “I thought I stopped this years ago...I’m doing it again!”

I shook my head and quickly started following her, just to be sure she gets home safely of course. I flew up to the sky and followed her until she came up to this dark alley with a few boxes and she walk inside of it. Wait if that's her house...Then this must mean Scootaloo is a...

I flew down and yelled out her name. She immediately jumped out of the box and looked surprised to see me.

"W-what are you doing here!" she yelled.

"I wanted to be sure you got home safely. Why are you in a box?"

"Just go away!" yelled Scootaloo.

She went back inside the box and closed it with a cardboard door. I then heard crying coming from the box and I began to worry for her. I never knew she was an orphan until now, how long has she been one and why hasn’t she told anypony?

"I won't leave until you tell me what’s wrong."

It got quiet then the door opened and Scootaloo walked out sniffling.

"How long have you been an orphan?"

Her eyes widen and she stared at me, “H-how did you know?”

“What type of pony lives in a cardboard home?...Besides Pinkie when she’s playing princess or knight.”

“Just leave me alone and don’t tell anypony this please!” begged Scootaloo.

“I won’t leave until you explain yourself. I’m your friend Scootaloo so tell me.”

“You won’t laugh if I get sappy will you?” asked Scootaloo nervously.

“Why would I laugh at filly who is homeless? Come on just tell me.”

She sighed, “Fine, i’ve been an orphan all my life. For as long as I can remember I never had a home. Nopony ever adopted me and I was eventually thrown into the streets. I searched many places but like always I never found a family. Once I found Ponyville and Applebloom and Sweetie Belle I started to like this place. The ponies here are nice and kind but...I still couldn’t find a home...”

“Why not?”

“I could never work up the nerve to ask anypony but I’ve always wanted to live with Rainbow Dash. She’s like my #1 hero!” said Scootaloo.

“What about me?” I said sarcastically.

“Um...Well you’re my 2nd favorite flyer hehe...” there was a long silence between me and Scootaloo.

I sighed and smiled, “Well if you want to live with her so badly why don’t I tell her about this. I’m sure she’ll say yes.”

Scootaloo lowered her head, “But I can’t fly...” she said quietly.

I raised an eyebrow, “What does that have to do with anything?”

“Rainbow’s house is in the sky. You have to fly up to get to her door but...I can’t fly.” admitted Scootaloo shamefully.

I felt sorry for her but then I had an idea, “How about I train you? Rainbow taught me how to fly so it’d like you’re learning from your hero. And you can stay with me for the time being.”

Scootaloo ears perked up, “You’d really do that for me?” she smiled, “Thank you so much!”

“I’m not going to let a filly sleep in the cold streets while i’m around.” I stuck my hoof to her, “Come on, lets go.”

Her eyes began to fill up with tears and she took my hoof, I put her on my back and took off into the night skies. I flew high up and passed the clouds, we could see the crescent moon shine brightly with it's many stars. It was a breathtaking moment for Scootaloo as she stared in awe at the scenery. I’ve seen this many times with Fluttershy but I played along with Scootaloo just so she didn’t felt left out.

“This is amazing.” said Scootaloo.

“Heh, it is isn’t it...Mind if I do a few tricks?”

“Um...sure.” said Scootaloo nervously.

I smiled and started doing loopy de loops and a few barrel rolls. After the 9th barrel roll I stopped because Scootaloo started to gag and nearly lost her grip on me. I immediately slowed down and allowed Scootaloo to catch herself.

“Sorry, kinda went overboard there haha.”

“So...dizzy.” whined Scootaloo.

I chuckled happily and soon realized that we were back to my cottage. I quickly descended down and Scootaloo fell onto the ground, still groaning over the ride I just gave. I laughed quietly and helped her up and let her regain her balance. After a minute or so she was fine and we made our to the door. I opened it for her and we stepped inside, there we found Fluttershy in the living cradling a few baby squirrels.

She heard us coming and was surprised to see to Scootaloo with me. She carefully got up and greeted her and sat down on the couch, we joined her and sat together.

“So what brings you here?” asked Fluttershy.

“It's a long story, i’m not sure if I wanna tell you...” uttered Scootaloo.

I placed my hoof on her shoulder, “It’s ok, i’m here for you and you told me so you can do it.”

Scootaloo smiled and her confidence came back and she explained her story to Fluttershy. At the end Fluttershy surprisingly started to cry, I didn’t think it would affect her this much but she was starting to shake viciously now. She immediately stood up and walked out of the house and went off somewhere.

“I didn’t think she was that sensitive.” said Scootaloo.

“She’s normally not like that..." I said quietly, "I’m going to go see what’s up. Wait here ok.”

Scootaloo nodded her head and I quickly walked out to find Fluttershy. Soon enough I found her crying at the little river we have for the fish that live here. She was crying very loudly and was shaking too. I approached her and placed my wing around but the second I did she screamed and backed away. I stared at her confused and also hurt by her response.

She saw it was me and relaxed, “I’m sorry...” she said quietly.

“It's ok, do you wanna talk about it?”

She quickly shook her head, “It was just really sad...I’m going to be ok.”

She ran back home and left me alone outside, I sighed and slowly walked back inside and locked the door. Inside I found Scootaloo petting a few bunnies and rats, she seemed pretty ok with them which kinda surprised me.

“You can sleep in Fluttershy’s old room, ok?”

Scootaloo turned around and seemed confused, “Wait, so I get to sleep in a bed?”

I nodded my head, “Yeah, i’m sure she won’t mind. She just sleeps with me mostly so it won’t be problem. Come on i’ll tuck you in.”

I picked her up and brought her to Fluttershy’s room, it was still pretty clean since Fluttershy cleans it here and there. I laid her down and put the blanket over her, she seemed somewhat confused for some reason. Has she ever slept in a bed before?

“We’ll start training tomorrow. Ok, goodnight Scootaloo.”

“Night Cerulean.” said Scootaloo.

I left the room and went into mine where I found Fluttershy still crying but quietly now. I sat next to her but she turned away from me. She then laid down and wept quietly without even letting me comfort her. I was confused and worried on why she was acting this way, why won’t she tell me anyway? I’m her brother, she can tell me anything and she knows that but something is making her afraid to do so but what? Just tell me Fluttershy please, you know I don’t like to see you like this so just please for our own good just tell me what's wrong...

Author's Note

OK yes this took 3 days but after looking at it again since last year I realized how badly this was written. Like there were errors everywhere and grammar and misspelling. I actually retyped the whole story from beginning to end, it took longer than I thought to be honest but i'm happier with this one. Still the same story but I added and changed a few things. Next part will come on Thursday, hope you'll like it and this on too :)

Part 2

Part 2

Part 2

When I woke up this morning I noticed Fluttershy wasn’t with me like every morning. I was sadden by the empty feeling I felt being without her. After last night i’m worried about her and I want to help but something is keeping her from letting me do so.

With a sad sigh I stretched so I could wake up my sleepy body and got out of the bed. I then walked out of my room and went to go wake up Scootaloo. At least I found her asleep in Fluttershy’s room but she’s a really loud snorer. It’s worse than Spike’s snoring and that's saying something.

I woke her up carefully and she sat up and yawned, “Morning.” she said.

“Sleep well?”

She nodded her head, “I haven’t slept like since the Crusaders had that sleepover here with Fluttershy.”

I chuckled quietly, “I remember her telling me that. Next time listen to her ok.”

“Yeah yeah we understand. Why do you think we nicknamed her Stare Master?” said Scootaloo.

I raised an eyebrow at her, “Stare Master? She’s never told me that. That’s a funny name to be honest.”

“Well you wouldn’t think so if she did the ‘stare’ on you.” chuckled Scootaloo.

I rolled my eyes, “I’m sure she won’t be during any ‘stareing’ anytime soon. Come on lets eat.”

We went downstairs, ate some apples and oats and began training. At first I wanted to see how Scootaloo could but to be honest, it was just pitiful. She could hardly lift herself like 2 inches above the ground and could stay airborne for only 10 seconds...Why does that sound familiar?

“*sighs* I’m never going to fly.” whined Scootaloo.

I knelt down beside her, “Hey don’t beat yourself up. This is your first day of training so of course it’s going to be hard.”

Scootaloo lifted her head up, “You’re right. I can’t give up so easily, alright lets do this!”

I smiled and stood up, “Alright here’s what I see wrong. You’re flapping your wings like you have an itch or something. Here’s how you do you it.”

I extended my wings and flapped them both slowly so Scootaloo could see how to do it. I then slowly ascended up, flew for a bit then descended next to her. I folded my wings back into place and turned back to Scootaloo who seemed more confident now. She gave it a try and tried to copy my movement and flew a little higher but still fell flat on her face.

She immediately jumped up and hopped with joy, “I almost got it! I almost got to fly around!” she cheered.

I smiled proudly, “Well it’s a start but you’ll get the hang of it. Now lets try some wing push ups to build up wing strength and then we’ll try again.”

As time went by Scootaloo trained hard and flew many times but got the same results but with a little more progress. 5 hours later she collapsed from complete exhaustion and passed out. I quickly rushed to her and examined her, luckily she was just asleep but it could’ve been worse but i’m proud of her.

I carried her back inside and set her on the couch, she slept peacefully and soon enough began snoring away. Although the snoring was a little much I was still glad to see her sleeping peacefully. Seeing her like this soon reminded me of Fluttershy not being with me this morning. I have to know if she’s ok cause she hasn’t been here this morning and it’s already passed noon.

Without any hesitation I grabbed a note and wrote what I was going to do for the rest of the day. I placed it next to Scootaloo and made my way for the door but stopped and turned to the critters who were staring at me with confusion.

“Can you all watch over Scootaloo for me? I’m going to look for Fluttershy.”

They nodded their heads and walked over to Scootaloo and examined her carefully before sitting down.

I turned back around and flew to Ponyville, there I checked the whole place head to hoof but no luck. I then went to Sweet Apple Acres but got the same results, Aj had no idea where she was either. I then searched the woods behind my cottage and the meadow but sadly no luck. I only had one more place left, the Everfree forest.

If I know Fluttershy she would never go in there alone unless it’s an emergency. Everytime she has to go in I always come with her. Just the thought of it scares her to the point of shaking like a baby. No way in her right mind would she go in alone but I got no other choice.

Complete exhausted I pushed myself forward and flew into the forest. Avoiding the manticores, timberwolves and other strange beings I searched the place high and low. I even searched the Castle of The Two Sister but like every other place, no luck. I couldn’t go any farther so with that I walked home but I had to take it slow. My body ached in pain and I couldn’t even get my wings up for a second.

The only thing keeping me going and ignoring the pain is hoping Fluttershy will be home. I haven’t seen her in Ponyville, Sweet Apple Acres, the woods and here so she must be home.

After walking around for a while I stumbled apon a pound and before my eyes was Fluttershy crying quietly from the other side. Her tears were falling from her chin and splashed into the water. The water rippled with every drop of Fluttershy’s tears and she continued to cry even more. I guess she didn’t noticed me cause she didn’t stop or look up to see me.

I carefully got up and slowly walked over to her, “F-Fluttershy?”

The second her ears perked up she jumped and quickly flew away, “STAY AWAY!” she yelled.

“Fluttershy wait! It’s me!” she was already gone and I couldn’t chase after her in my state.

I dropped down in shame began to cry, why did she act like that? Did I do something wrong? Did I look scary to her? What did I do wrong and why won’t she tell me? I cried loudly for what seemed like hours but eventually I pulled myself together and walked back home. When I got back I noticed Scootaloo wasn’t at the couch anymore but I was fine by that.

I plopped myself on the couch and quickly drifted into slumber but I was soon woken up by the critters and Scootaloo who all seemed very worried about me. They were staring at the little cuts I had and the twigs stuck in my mane and tail. I was a mess and I looked exhausted and very depressed.

“Y-you ok?” asked Scootaloo nervously.

I nodded my head, “Just need some rest...And some alone time...”

Scootaloo and the rest nodded their heads, “I guess you couldn’t find her huh...”

I took a second to respond, “I did but she ran away from me and told me to stay away...”

“Why would she say that?” questioned Scootaloo.

“I don’t know.” I slowly got up, “I’m going to sleep in my room. Wake me up if Fluttershy comes back ok.”

Scootaloo nodded her head, “Got it, i’ll be sure to let you know.” she said.

I nodded my head and went up stairs into my room, there I laid down and tried to fall back asleep but this time it was a little hard to. I closed my eyes but I didn’t sleep, instead I felt a long forgotten feeling of loneliness. I haven’t felt this since Fluttershy came into my life but her being gone has brought back this feeling. All I want is for my sister to be safe and to come back, nothing more and nothing less but she hasn’t came back and she’s afraid of me. I just want her back, please just come back Fluttershy, please...

Author's Note

Scootaloo begins her training and Fluttershy instantly disappears. Confused and worried Cerulean goes looking for and finds her but she runs away from him and tells him to stay away. What's going through her head? Find out on the next part on Monday. Hope you'll like it and are enjoying this story.

Part 3

Part 3

“You’re already awake!?” said Scootaloo.

I nodded my head, “I couldn’t really sleep, it didn’t feel right and my body wouldn’t let me. Atleast I got 2 hours so I should be fine for a bit...” I yawned and nearly lost my balance.

Scootaloo still looked worried, “Are you sure you can’t sleep? Maybe you just need to lay down a bit longer.” she suggested.

I shook my head slowly, “Don’t worry...I’m fine Scootaloo.” I forced myself to smile but I couldn’t pull it off too well.

“Cerulean you shouldn’t be up. Please go back to bed.” pleaded Scootaloo.

I shook my head again, “It won’t make a difference. We’ll start training in a little, i’m going to eat something so go wait outside.”

“But Cerulean...” said Scootaloo.

“Just go outside Scootaloo, i’m fine really. Now go.”

Scootaloo nodded her head and walked out, I sighed, went into the kitchen and made myself a sandwich and hay juice. Once I ate I came out and I saw Scootaloo trying to fly but still getting the same result, a faceplant and a face full of dirt. Like yesterday I showed her some basic moves and simple flying techniques. After a few hours Scootaloo had to stop since she was exhausted and sore from yesterday so we called it a day.

I carried her back inside and laid her on the couch, I then brought out some apples and she immediately devoured them all. After she ate she quickly fell asleep, wish it was that easy for me right now. Even though i’m still exhausted my body still didn’t want sleep and laying down didn’t help at all. Tired and irritated I flew to Ponyville and did another search all over, I of course left a note for Scootaloo before leaving.

Like before I searched head to hoof and asked ponies nearby this time but like yesterday, no Fluttershy. I flew to Sweet Apple Acres and checked there again and still no luck. Applejack ended up finding me inside a tree when Applebloom came by yelling a monster or something. At first she didn’t know it was me until she bucked the tree and I came crashing down on top of her.

“Ugh...Cerulean? What in the hay are you doing being a monster!” yelled Applejack.

I quickly got off her and stood up, “Sorry, I was looking for Fluttershy and I thought I would find her here but no luck...” I sighed and yawned quietly.

Applejack quickly noticed how exhausted I looked and became concerned, “Maybe you should take a break from this searching. When was the last time ya slept?” she asked.

I sighed quietly again, “Couldn’t sleep, only 2 hours at most.” I readied my wings, “I’m sorry for giving you a scare. I’ll be on my way now.”

“Cerulean wait, maybe you should-” I was already gone, “Just rest here...” Applejack lowered her head and kicked a rock, “Please, for him Fluttershy just come back...”

I was at the Everfree Forest now, checking the old Castle of Two Sisters but got the same results. I checked the corridors, the secret rooms, fall pits, library and court hall but all with no luck. I was then back in the forest checking the pond from yesterday but like all the other places, no luck. I sighed in frustration and bucked at a old tree which toppled over and slammed into the ground.

Soon enough it awoken a manticore and it quickly noticed I was the one who made the tree fall since I was the only thing around. The beast roared and charged after me, teeth bearing out and its tail ready to sting me with its poison. I quickly sprinted away and tried to fly away but was grabbed by the manticore’s claws and slammed into the ground. The beast had me pinned and reared it’s head to me and snorted angrily. Without any hesitation I head budded it which made it stagger and let go of me.

I quickly scrambled to my hooves and flew as fast as I could, I soon entered rainboom speed but didn’t stop until I reached Ponyville. A few seconds later I realized I couldn’t stop myself because of my fatigue so I prepared myself and crashed in front of Sugarcube Corner. Ponies gathered around in a panic to see if I was ok and luckily I was. I was a still dazed but all in all I was fine somehow, guess i’m just really lucky.

I shook the dibre off my mane and tail and walked inside, surprisingly enough everypony was inside having lunch. They quickly noticed me and were shocked by my appearance and how tired I looked.

“Cerulean, what happened!” screamed Pinkie.

“Manticore, barely got away.” I sat down and gathered my bearings, “A lot has happened today.” I said tired.

“But no Fluttershy huh?” asked Rainbow.

I nodded my head, “I searched all over and no luck. She’s not here, not at Sweet Apple Acres, not at the Castle of The Two Sisters, not at the Everfree Forest and the woods.” I sighed and grabbed some food, “I just hope she’s fine...” everything began to blur and go black.

Everypony sighed shamefully and took a bite out of their food, “You should rest Cerulean.” said Applejack, “ Ya need rest before pushing yourself any further...Cerulean?”

Little did they know I passed out on the ground at the food table. All I could remember was them talking about rest then everything went black. When I woke I was in a white room and the sound of a heart monitor could be heard to my right. Everypony including Scootaloo was there all watching me. The second I began moving they all sighed in relief and helped me up.

“W-what happened?” I said weakly, “Where am I?”

“You’re in Ponyville Urgent Care.” said Twilight, “You passed out at Sugarcube Corner and didn’t respond to anything.” she explained.

“How long was I out?”

“6 or 7 days, we kinda lost track.” said Applejack.

My eyes widen and I tried to get up but everypony held me down, “Cerulean you gotta rest, you’re no condition to go anywhere!” shouted Twilight.

I struggled but was overpowered by their combined strength, “Let me go dammit! I have to find her!”

“Cerulean, just listen to us!” pleaded Scootaloo.

“I won’t rest until I know she’s safe now let me go!”

“But we found her!” yelled Applejack, “She heard about you and came here to check on you. She’s sitting down right now!”

I immediately stopped fighting and turned to Applejack, “Y-you found her?”

She nodded her head, “She’s been here all along sugar cube.”

Everypony slowly released me and I dropped back to the bed, “Where is she?”

“Right here...” said a quiet and timid voice.

From the corner of my eye stood a yellow pegasus with a pink mane and tail, she had a bright blue eyes that were filling up with tears of sorrow and regret. She was shaking but still approached me until she stood just inches from me. The second I was clear on who it was tears filled my eyes and blurred my vision.

“Fluttershy...Thank Celestia you’re ok...” I said quietly but happily, knowing that my sister is safe and here.

Author's Note

Sorry I didn't post this yesterday, I completely forgot :/ Hope you're liking this :) Next part will be posted on Friday and i'll try not to forget. Happy Valentines Day everypony ^_^

Part 4

Part 4

“I’m so sorry...” said Fluttershy.

“It’s ok.” I said calmly, “I’m just glad you’re safe.”

“But look at what I caused to you!” shouted Fluttershy, “I drove you to exhaustion and you almost died! How on earth are you not mad at me!?”

“I am mad.” I said quietly, “You just left without even telling us why. You pushed me away when I wanted to help you and you ran away from me when I found you at that pound. I nearly got killed by a manticore cause I was looking for you and you couldn’t even come out and tell us why you were so scared. We’re your family and i’m your brother, how could you be afraid of me and tell me to go away?”

There was a long silence, everypony stared at Fluttershy including me. She remained quiet while tears continued to fall from her chin. The longer she remained quiet the more my anger began to rise but I know her and she’s going to tell us. She may be shy and timid but she has a heart of a dragon when it comes to this type of stuff and she never fails us.

Minutes of silence passed by until Applebloom and Sweetie Belle barged in and gave us all a scare, “Where is she!” shouted Applebloom.

“Who are ya looking for?” asked Applejack.

“Scootaloo!” answered Sweetie Belle, “We heard she came crashing down at Sugarcube Corner and was taken here.”

Everypony stared at them with confusion, “Um girls, i’m right here.” waved Scootaloo from behind Pinkie, “Cerulean was the one who crashed, not me and it took you this long to find out?.”

“Oh...” said the two fillies, “But we thought...Well that would make sense now. Scootaloo can’t fly yet.” said Applebloom avoiding Scootaloo’s question.

“I’ve been practicing and i’m still getting better!” argued Scootaloo.

“Ok ok take it easy.” said Sweetie Belle.

The two turned their heads to me, “So what happened?” they asked.

I sighed in annoyance, “You already know but we’re waiting for Fluttershy to explain herself.”

Everypony turned back to Fluttershy who gave in and finally said something, “I saw you being attacked...I knew you were looking for me and I followed you around...”

My eyes widen with disbelief, “So you knew along...” I grabbed the heart monitor and broke it in half, “WHY DID YOU HIDE FROM US THEN!?”

Everypony quickly stepped back and formed around Fluttershy, they were shocked to see me yell at her and possible threaten her for the second time but they should know me well enough. They should know I would never hurt her even in a situation like this. She has her reasons and i’ll let her explain herself. Once I simmered down Fluttershy gently moved her friends aside and approached me once more.

“You’re mad...” she said sadly, “I don’t seeing you mad.” she leaned forward and our foreheads touched.

I closed my eyes and breathed out heavily, “I’m only mad because I failed in making you happy.” I paused, “I scared you again and I yelled at you again. This is like Derpy’s problem all over again...”

“But Derpy isn’t the problem, it’s me.” admitted Fluttershy, “I’m ready to tell you now.”

I nodded my head, “We’re all ears.”

She breath in and out nervously then spoke, “When Scootaloo told me about her past and her being an orphan. It reminded me of something that happened a long time ago.”

She walked over to a counter and picked up a book, she skimmed through the pages and stopped halfway then pulled out a picture. She gave me the picture and my eyes widen with horror as to what I saw. In the picture was a filly Fluttershy, covered in blood and other things, on the ground in a dead like position. Written in blood was slut, whore, worthless and others things.

“My dad did this to me everyday...” uttered Fluttershy quietly, “They said I was lucky to be alive when he cut me...”

I put the picture down and looked at my sister who I thought I knew so well, “But you said your dad was caring and loving.”

Everypony gathered around and passed around the picture, every single one of them gasped in horror as to what they saw. They all stared at Fluttershy in sadness, shock and disbelief.

Fluttershy took in another deep breath, “When I was a filly my family was kind.” she started, “But my dad was a drunk...A nasty one from what mother told me. While in the day he would work and at night he would come back angry and holding a bottle of liquor cider. Mother would always try to hide my sisters and I but my dad knew all her hiding places and he always went after me...” she paused, “He would beat me and one day on my 9th birthday he went a little farther and tied me up.” she began to tremble and tear up, “He wouldn’t stop until I called him master and...And...That picture explains how it ended...” she began to choke on her tears, “We never told anypony because he threatened to kill us all if we did. We were so scared...I was so scared...I couldn’t take it...So I ran as far as I could from them until I reach this place. The ponies were so kind and they tended to my injuries. Soon enough I completely forgotten about my dad but when Scootaloo mentioned her orphan story it brought it back and...I became so I...I...”

I placed my hoof on her lips and shushed her quietly, “You said enough Fluttershy...Just let it out.” I wrapped my hooves around her, “We’re here for you remember that. There is no way he will get to you anymore. I’ll make sure of it.”

Fluttershy broke down and cried out over my shoulder, “I thought I was going to be his forever! I was so scared and I didn’t know what to do! I thought dads were supposed to be caring, not abusive!? Why did he take it out on me mostly!? What did I do!?” she cried out an answer.

I patted her back and soon everypony gathered around us and did what I did, cradle and comforted our Fluttershy, “You did nothing wrong sis.” I said gently, “He could never permanently bring down our Fluttershy. You were smart to run away, away from him. I’m sorry for not knowing this. I wish I could’ve done something about this...”

“Wait...How wouldn’t you know if you’re her brother?” said Scootaloo abruptly.

“Hey yeah, you’re her brother so why didn’t you do anything?” questioned Sweetie Belle.

“You ARE her brother...Right?” also questioned Applebloom.

I completely forgotten that the fillies didn’t know of our secret, that i’m not really pony or Fluttershy’s sister. The seven of us, wrapped in our hooves stood speechless while three fillies stood in front of us with their eyebrows raised. They all seemed somewhat angry but more confused on something that isn’t being told them.

Author's Note

Sorry again, a lot happened yesterday and it didn't end in a good way but i'm still happy. Yeah might be a bit much on the picture and explanation part but it's how I wrote it out. Sorry if it bothers you but if you don't like that, just ignore or something. Not trying to sound mean but i'm running a little late on something. Next part will be on Monday, hope you'll like. Until then, see you later :)

P.S. Going to re-read my other stories and improve them, not sure when but just keep a look out on them. I already made changes on my first story on the first part.

Ok, gotta go bye!

Part 5

Part 5

“So is anypony going to tell us what’s up?” demanded Scootaloo.

The seven of us remained silent with an uneasy look, how could I have been so careless about this? I’m supposed to be her brother so i’m supposed to know this but i’m caught red hooved. I began sweating with anxiety until I finally gave in and lowered my head, when I was ready I raised my head up, looking more confident moments ago.

“Look the truth is.” I started, “I’m not Fluttershy’s brother, i’m not even a pony.”

The fillies raised their eyebrows simultaneously and took a step back from me, “So what are ya?” questioned Applebloom.

I sighed deeply, “I’m actually a human. A being that has hands and walks on twos. We look far different from ponies for sure-”

“So wait.” interrupted Sweetie Belle, “If you’re ‘human’ then how did you turn into a pony and come to Ponyville?”

“You see Sweetie Belle.” said Rarity, “Cerulean was from a place called earth...”

“And it wasn’t the best place to live in.” added Applejack.

“The air is different. Tastes strange.” explained Twilight.

“It’s not the best place for parties.” said Pinkie.

“And its animals are far more dangerous than the ones here.” added Fluttershy finally.

“That doesn’t really explain how he got here...” argued Scootaloo.

I nervously took in a deep and begun to explain myself, “In my world before this all happened I was worthless piece of nothing.” I sighed, “No family, hated my parents guts, no job, money, nothing! I lived in a forest i’ve known for a while and I would always go for walks, only thing to keep my mind off suicide and stuff...” I paused for a bit, “So one day while walking I heard a scream, little did I know it was Fluttershy. She was being attacked by a wolf and to be honest, I was just plain confused on how a pegasus was in my world....”

As I continued to explain how it was like to have Fluttershy I slowly broke into tears but I still kept on explaining. I told them the fun, the bad, the warming and scary moments we had when she was in my world. I didn’t leave any detail out since this could my last chance with staying with my friends and family. Once I was finished I had a river of tears coming out, my sheets were practically soaked and the fillies, they all had a warm smile on them and came up to hold me closely.

I was more confused to be honest, “S-so what are you going to do with me?” I asked nervously.

“Seriously?” said Scootaloo, “Dude you deserve to stay here. I understand the feeling of no family and the feeling of loneliness and suicide. Not being accepted by any family and being thrown out I thought I didn’t belong in this world but until I met Sweetie Belle and Applebloom, I know now I have a purpose and I have to find that. Much like you, Cerulean.”

I slowly smiled and wiped off my tears, “Thank you so much...” I said happily, “You don’t know how much this means to me.”

“Well if we’re coming out I might as well confess too.” said a voice.

The door opened and walked in was Cakeran, I haven’t seen him for so long I could hardly recognized him. Everypony was just as surprised as I was to see him again since he doesn’t really hang out with us. I’ve only seen him one time with Rainbow Dash but that was only once, like a year ago! Just seeing him brings back a few memories of all of us hanging out and telling funny stories about each other.

“Cakeran.” I said, “It’s been so long, like a year at most. Where you been?”

“I’ll explain later but I overheard somepony explaining his human background and since you’re not the only one I might as well come clean here.” he said humbly.

Cakeran quickly explained who he was also and how he shared a similar life like I did. He explained how he found Rainbow when she was filly and how their experience was. Of course Scootaloo was the most surprised to hear that her hero was taken away from her without even knowing it. Rainbow couldn’t help but smirk when she noticed her #1 fan’s face but then again Rainbow isn’t one for showing her feelings. Once he was finished he wasn’t in tears like me but he was a bit emotional after that.

“So not only is Cerulean human.” said Scootaloo, “But Cakeran is one too?!” added Sweetie Belle, “How many human ponies are there?!” questioned Applebloom.

“We’re the only two...Well I hope we are.” I answered, “Bottom of the line is we don’t want to go back to our old pathetic lives so can you three please tell nopony about this? We really like this place and we love the family we’ve made here.”

The three fillies took a moment and nodded their heads, “We won’t tell on one condition.” said Scootaloo with a smirk.

I raised an eyebrow looking uneased, “What is it?”

“I want you to adopt me.” answered Scootaloo.

My eyes and everyponie’s elses did too, “W-what...?” I said shockingly.

“I want you and Fluttershy to adopt me and let me live with you.” repeated Scootaloo.

“But why us?” asked Fluttershy.

“Cause we’re a lot alike.” she answered, “We’re both orphans, we had a rough past, we have a dark secrets and we can relate to each pretty well.” she explained.

“But what about Rainbow?” I protested.

She shrugged her shoulders, “I don’t think she’d be good raising a filly but you two got what it takes.” she said proudly.

“Hey! I can take a care of filly...I just don’t do it so often...” grumbled Rainbow.

Everypony gave Rainbow a blank expression and she responded by yelling “I can!” at us. We laughed quietly and Fluttershy and I turned back to Scootaloo who was staring at us with a smirk.

I stuck my hoof out to her, “You got a deal Scootaloo. Welcome to the Protector family.” I said proudly.

She smiled and tackled me, “Thank you so much!” she said with tears rolling down her face.

“Argh!” I screamed, “Still hurt here!”

“Oh right, sorry.” Scootaloo let go and hopped off the bed, “Still, thank you.” she said while wiping away her tears.

“Don’t mention it.” I said while catching my breathe, “We’ll sign the papers when i’m out of this place ok? For now you’ll go with Fluttershy and sleep in her room. You both can visit whenever you want.” I turned to Fluttershy, “Think you can take of her while i’m here?”

She nodded her head, “I’m sure we’ll get along nicely.” she said happily.

I smiled, “Good to hear, now come here.” they approached me and I gave them both a kiss on the forehead, “Glad to have you in the family now.” I said to Scootaloo, “And glad you’re safe and sound.” I said to Fluttershy.

They both gave me a hug but gently this time, “We’ll visit everyday.” said Scootaloo, “Get well soon.” added Fluttershy.

After we had our moment everypony left and went home, visiting hours were over but Twilight had a good reason for keeping the door locked and putting a sound proof bubble around us. Luckily we didn’t get in trouble but some of the doctors were a bit ticked off from it. Once night time came I stared out at my window and watched the moon shine down across the lands a far. Then out of nowhere I saw to be a small filly flying around and passing the moon multiple times.

I smiled happily as I knew who it was, “Good job Scootaloo, you can finally fly now...”

Tears of pride began to build but I wiped them away and kept on watching the filly fly around and do some tricks. I was surprised to see do 5 barrel rolls and a dive down move. After a few minutes another figure appeared, looking timid the figure gestured the filly it was time to head in. The filly nodded it's head and they flew down, disappearing from my sight but I already knew where they were heading.

...Funny how in only a few days Scootaloo learned how to fly and she’s a pro at it.

“That’s my daughter...” I said before drifting to sleep.

Author's Note

Close to the last part now people. Last part comes out on Friday, hope you're liking it. And thank you for the comments, been helping me a lot with the motivation lately ^_^ Anyway, hope you'll like it.

Final part

Part 6

“You ready to go?” asked Scootaloo.

I nodded my head, “Yeah, i’ve been here for 2 weeks and i’m losing my mind here.”

“Do you need help?” offered Fluttershy.

I shook my head, “I should be fine but just watch my back for me ok?”

They nodded their heads and I carefully got out of the bed. At first I was a little wobbly but I soon regained my balance and stood up straight. After stretching my whole body I felt less stiff but I still felt like a rock. The doctor walked in and gave us a paper telling us about the pay. I’m sure our friends will help out with this but for now we got more important things on our minds. Once we were out we made our way to the adoption center in Ponyville, it’s not too well known but there are more orphans around.

As we walked to our destination I noticed our friends all eating outside of Sugarcube Corner. Since the adoption center is close by we decided to join them. They quickly noticed us and let us have a seat. I caught up with everything that happened while I was gone and funny enough, I completely forgot about the crater I made that I walked by moments ago. I’m surprised I didn’t noticed a 5ft wide crater to my left but I guess my head is still loopy.

“So how much did they cost you?” asked Rarity.

I gave them the bill and their jaws dropped, “How in the hay are you going to pay for that!?” said Applejack.

I shrugged my shoulders, “I’ll get a part time job, Fluttershy works with the animals so she gets paid but not much. I was kinda hoping if you all could pitch in on helping us with this. I know this is a lot but i’ll pay you all back fully. I promise.”

“Don’t sweat it, I got it.” said Twilight.

I turned to her surprised, “B-but are you sure? I mean I don’t want to do this every time something like this happens...”

She smiled, “Cerulean it’s what friends are for.” she patted my head, “I’ll take care of the money problems ok? How else would you come up with 30,000 bits?”

I went silent for a moment then chuckled, “Thanks Twilight, glad to have you as a friend.”

“We’ll figure out a way to repay you for this.” said Fluttershy.

“Yeah, you really saved our necks here.” added Scootaloo.

Twilight waved it off, “Trust me, I have so much money from being a princess it’s not even funny. I’m lucky enough have something to empty out my vault for now.”

There was a moment from everypony, “What?” said Twilight, “Do you expect me to spend the money carefree?” she questioned.

We shook our heads, “Just surprised you have that much money. That's all.” I said.

“Well anyway, are you excited that you get to be a daughter now?” asked Cakeran.

“You bet!” answered Scootaloo excitedly, “I finally found a family that won’t throw me out or leave me out in the cold.” she said happily.

Fluttershy smiled and patted Scootaloo’s head, “She’s really grown on us and she practically feels like a daughter to us. I can’t imagine not having her in our family.” she said happily.

Scootaloo blushed, “Come on mom, not in front of them.” she said quietly.

We laughed as Scootaloo turned more red and hid her face from us. I didn’t think she would get like this but everypony has a weakness I guess. I then turned to Fluttershy and smiled, to think from here to the day we met we came a long way. We’re have a daughter now and i’m proud it's with her.

“You ok?” asked Fluttershy, “Your face is getting red.”

I snapped out of it and looked around, “Um...I’m sorry what now?”

“You’re blushing.” said Fluttershy.

My eyes widen, “I am?” I touched my cheeks and felt them burning up, “Must be the heat I guess...”

“It’s only 72 degrees...” said Twilight.

Everypony stared at me and my face turned redder, “I guess my head must still be loopy or something...”

“Hm...Well i’m sure you’ll be fine.” said Applejack, “Maybe you should go adopt Scootaloo and get some rest or something.” she suggested.

I nodded my head, “Um yeah...Sounds good.”

Fluttershy, Scootaloo and I quickly said our goodbyes and went to the adoption center. While walking I kept on feeling my cheeks, they still burned brightly but I didn’t feel sick or anything. When did I start blushing anyway? I didn’t even noticed I was until Fluttershy pointed it out...

“Um Cerulean?” said Fluttershy.

I snapped out of my thought bubble and turned to Fluttershy, still blushing, “Um yes?”

“Are you upset that we don’t call ourselves brother or sister anymore?” she asked nervously.

I paused for a moment and shook my head, “I don’t want to live a lie Fluttershy...Yes it was nice to have a sister but ponies would begin to question why i’m staying with you so much.”

“...I guess you right.” admitted Fluttershy sadly.

I lifted her head up and looked into her eyes, “Hey, I know it’s hard but it’s for the better, trust me.” I kissed her forehead, “I still treat you the same don’t I?”

Her smiled slowly came back, “Right, we may not be brother or sister or the same beings but we have each other and i’m lucky to have you in my life.” her face slowly began to redden.

I smiled, “You’re blushing now...”

“I know I am.” she winked at me and I instantly turned dark red.

“Uh...Mom, dad?” interrupted Scootaloo, “The adoption center closes in 30 minutes...”

We quickly turned to her, “WHAT!?” we said, “I thought they close at 8 today?!” screamed Fluttershy.

“It’s Sunday, they close early today.” replied Scootaloo.

“Well we better if we wanna adopt you today!” I flung Scootaloo onto my back, “To the adoption center!”

We ran as quickly as we could and got there just as they were about to close up. After begging for a minute or two they let us sign the papers. Once we were finished Scootaloo was finally apart of our family, the only weird thing about it was that when we left a filly asked me and Fluttershy if we were married. We both turned bright red and said no calmly but the filly didn’t believe us and told his friends about us.

Soon enough a rumor of Fluttershy and I was started that we were married. How could it spread so quickly in just a matter of minutes...Wait...I remember seeing Pinkie there and...Oh no...

Once we got home we went into the living room and sat down, Fluttershy and I were still blushing and Scootaloo had a smirk on her face. I can imagine what she’s thinking about at the moment. Once our shame went down we made dinner and ate quietly. We were a bit tired since we had to do some running and I haven’t ran in 2 weeks. I must be really out of shape right now.

“Um dad?” said Scootaloo.

I turned to her, “Yeah?”

“...Think you can teach me how to do a rainboom?” she asked excitedly.

Fluttershy and I choked on a piece of food when she said that, “Y-you think you’re up for that?” questioned Fluttershy.

Scootaloo nodded her head, “Come on please!” she pleaded, “Cerulean, Cakeran and Rainbow can all do a sonic rainboom so i’m sure I can learn it.”

I raised an eyebrow and smirked at her, “You’ll have to have wing speed like us if you want to do that. Don’t worry, i’ll teach but once you get as fast as us, deal?”

Scootaloo tackled me to the ground, “Thank you thank you thank you!” she said while choking the life out of me.

“Um Scootaloo...You’re kinda killing your dad...” said Fluttershy quietly.

Scootaloo pulled away and let me catched my breath, she knocked it out of me when she tackled me, “Haha sorry...” she said with a smile.

I stood up and regained my balance, “You fine...Just give me a warning when you do that.” I said weakly.

After that we went to bed since it was already late, we said our goodnights and went into our rooms. I can’t tell you how good it feels to be back in my bed with Fluttershy, I could hardly sleep in the hospital since I didn’t her with me. Crazy how all this happen, first Scootaloo wanted to be adopted by Rainbow then Fluttershy ran off, then the search and me and Cakeran confessing who we really are and to now with Scootaloo being adopted by US, it's crazy!

Well i’m happy she found a loving mother and father that will never abandon her and always have her back.
The End
Epilogue, Few Months After Adoption
It’s been a few months since we adopted Scootaloo and things have gotten a lot better for everypony. Scootaloo is happier now and since she can fly now she practices every day for the sonic rainboom. All though she can only fly as fast as Fluttershy she’s getting faster and faster every day.

As for Fluttershy and I we’re still trying to clear up this whole marriage thing. Ponies still believe we’re married but we tell them no then they start to question me living with her and we get quiet by that. We’re starting to give up on that and let the rumor be a cover up for the fact that i’m not even a real pony and stuff. Of course we yelled at Pinkie for it since she admitted she started the rumor. She didn’t know it was us until somepony said our names and she quickly realized what she has done. She has tried her best to stop the rumor but it hasn’t really made a difference.

Once Celestia and Luna got word about this she sent us a few gift baskets saying congrats on them. Of course we were disappointed that she and Luna would believe such a rumor but Twilight cleared it up for them. Sadly since EVERYPONY heard about this Shining Armor did too and word spreaded through Canterlot in a matter of days. When Shining Armor and his wife, Princess Cadence, came by to congrats us we flopped straight to the ground.

Over the past months it’s just been us trying to clear up this whole marriage thing but we’re giving up on it now. To be honest it’s better to just leave it at we’re married then telling them we’re not and argue with them, saying we’re just friends. It was stressful at first but we just let it slip by now. Well that's all the time I have for now, I gotta go drop off Scootaloo from school and help Fluttershy with some baby birds that were just born. Until next time, i’ll see you later my friends. -gets up and leaves the room, closing the door behind him and going outside to his family-

Author's Note

I know it's a bit late but I did a lot today and I napped for a long time lol Plus laptop was being dumb but I got it to work, anyway the story comes to an end. To be honest i'm not sure when my next story will come out, maybe next month but i'm not sure really. Have A LOT of work to do and i'm sure you've all heard of it a few times. Anyway thanks for reading and liking me story, hope you'll my others and the new ones that are yet to come.

Until next time, see you later!