Fluttermommy and AngelDaddyby Prince EcosisChaptersNew, Nice Parents, and a New HomeBack to School/A New FriendDinner with Flutterkind/A Secret About Flutterkind and FluttershyA Request from Fluttershy/Flutterkind Moves InA Grandmother-to-Granddaughter Picnic... With a Special GuestSleepover with Silver Spoon/Caught!Scootaloo Awakens/Silver Spoon's Confession/A Surprise Visit and PartyBack to School... Again/Dinner with the SpoonsGoing to Canterlot/Scootaloo's Cutie MarkA Very Unexpected Surprise: The Return of a Special Someone/Battle of the BoltsSilver Spoon's Foal Experience/First Day as New Assistant/Payback's a *****Scootaloo, Fluttershy, and AngelA Full Day at a New Home/The Return of a Family MemberNew, Nice Parents, and a New HomeFluttershy woke up the next morning at 5:00 and yawned. She looked down at Scootaloo, who was sleeping peacefully under her wing. Fluttershy smiled and began to lightly pet Scootaloo's mane. Scootaloo finally slept good. She knew the diaper idea would come in handy. Speaking of that, she checked Scootaloo's diaper. She was dry. Scootaloo slept without any accidents. Fluttershy looked over at her calender. It was Monday. Scootaloo had to go to school today. But, Fluttershy was very frightened that Scootaloo's mother might find her, and she wanted to spend more time with her, so she decided to keep Scootaloo from school and tell Cherilee she was sick. Fluttershy sat up over the edge of the bed and yawned. Stretching, she felt something in her bladder. She had to go. With a huge sigh of relief and a blush, she urinated in her diaper. After using her diaper, she slowly got up, trying not to wake up Scootaloo. She decided to go downstairs in her robe, since she liked the warm feeling that her wet diaper was giving her, and since her robe covered up her diaper. After recovering Scootaloo up with the blanket, she began to slowly walk downstairs. Once she got downstairs into the kitchen, she noticed Sledge, Angel, and her animals that stay inside of the cottage were all still asleep. She slowly went over to the oven and pulled out her secret box she keeps behind it. She pulled out a recipe that her mother, Flutterkind, gave her. It was a recipe for cinnamon rolls. Fluttershy smiled and began to make the cinnamon rolls. While her cinnamon rolls were baking, Fluttershy heard somepony approaching. She looked over by the stairs, seeing Scootaloo walking towards her. "Good morning, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo hugged Fluttershy. "Morning, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said, "Uh... I need to ask you something". "What is it?" "Why am I wearing a diaper?" "Oh... Well, I didn't want you to wet the bed again, so I decided to put some protection on you. I'm sorry if you don't like it". "I don't mind, Fluttershy. I was just surprised to wake up in a diaper. At lease I didn't wet myself last night". "That's true". At that point, the aroma of the cinnamon rolls reached Scootaloo's muzzle. Her mouth watered and her stomach growled. Fluttershy chuckled lightly. "Looks like somepony is hungry", she said. Scootaloo nodded, walked over to the table, and sat down. Thankfully, her flank healed, so she could sit down better. Scootaloo sighed in relief as she felt the cushion on the chair and the diaper press against her flank. Scootaloo didn't know why, but the diaper actually felt good. The oven dinged and Fluttershy grabbed a muzzle mitt, put it on her muzzle, and grabbed the tray of cinnamon rolls. She set it on the oven. "Would you like one or two?" "Two, please", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy put two large cinnamon rolls on one plate and one on another. Fluttershy went over to the fridge. "Do you like chocolate milk?", Fluttershy asked Scootaloo, seeing a full carton of chocolate milk hidden behind the Zap-Apple Jam. "No, I love it!", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy chuckled and poured herself and Scootaloo a glass of chocolate milk. She grabbed the plates and glasses and walked over to the table. She served Scootaloo and sat down right next to her. They ate while having a friendly conversation. "Fluttershy?", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Scootaloo?", Fluttershy said. "Do I have to go to school today? I really don't want to". "No, Scootaloo. I'm keeping you home from school today. I'm afraid your mother might find you. I want Angel and I to completely finish the adoption before you go back to school so you can be protected". "OK. Cool!" "Yes it is". "So, I see you're wearing a wet diaper", Scootaloo said. "Oh... well... *squeak*". Fluttershy hid underneath the table. Scootaloo raised her eyebrow and looked under the table. Fluttershy was hiding behind her mane and crying lightly. "Fluttershy, what wrong?" "I'm such a baby!", she said. "No, you're not. You probably just wet yourself while you slept". "No! I did it on purpose!" Fluttershy cried even louder and harder. Scootaloo crawled under the table and hugged Fluttershy. "Shh... It's OK". "No it's not!" "Yes it is, Fluttershy. You said this is what you like to do. Nothing wrong with that". Fluttershy looked at Scootaloo. "You really don't find this weird or stupid?" "No. I can't interfere with things you like", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy smiled and hugged Scootaloo. "Thanks, Sweetie", she said. "No problem, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said. The two got back up and sat down in their chairs. After the two finished their breakfast, the Sun came up. Fluttershy smiled. "It's time to feed the others", she said, "Would you like to help?" "Sure", Scootaloo said. "Good. I'm going to get cleaned up, and then we'll do it". "OK", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy went back upstairs to change herself, while Scootaloo quietly went into the living room. The animals in the living room, with the exception of Angel, were all awake. Scootaloo sat on the couch and was greeted by Sledge, who licked her face several times. "Morning, Sledge". After about five minutes, Fluttershy came back. "OK, I'm ready", she said. "So am I". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Fluttershy, Scootaloo, and Sledge were all outside. Scootaloo and Fluttershy were feeding the other animals, while Sledge was playfully chasing butterflies. "So, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, giving a few acorns to some squirrels, "I take it that you like it here". "You bet!", Scootaloo said, giving some carrots to the younger bunnies, "I love it here". "Good. I want you to know, I was a little hesitant asking you to help me with the feedings". "Why?" "Because you probably had to do many chores at your mother's house". "I did, but I don't mind doing chores for ponies who aren't going to beat me senseless if I do it wrong. I made bits doing that before Daddy passed on". "OK". "This could be something I could always help you with, if I don't have school". "That would be lovely". "Cool! So, I can't really believe that you and Angel are becoming my parents". "Why not?" "It's just so awesome!" Fluttershy chuckled lightly. "I'm glad you think that". Fluttershy gave Sledge a bone and Scootaloo gave a banana to a spidermonkey. After that, the feedings were complete. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Meanwhile... Light Cloud sat in the couch, watching TV and eating junk food. She was also enjoying the "peace and quiet" she was getting from not having Scootaloo around. She was glad that Scootaloo was gone. She was so glad, she smashed every single picture of her that was hanging up and completely tore down her room. Light Cloud really didn't care what happened to Scootaloo. She could have died for all she cared. Light Cloud might not have missed Scootaloo, but was kinda kicking herself for letting her run off. There were a massive amount of chores that needed to be completed, and of course, Light Cloud didn't want to do them. There were so many dishes in the sink that Light Cloud couldn't see the drain in the sink, wet towels surrounded the bathroom floor, and the living room carpet had so much dust, ponies would think the carpet was brown, but it was white. Light Cloud was also bored. Since Scootaloo was gone, she had nopony to yell at or boss around. That was her main entertainment. She tried hitting the couch and other things for entertainment, but it wasn't the same. Light Cloud turned off the TV and laid down on the couch. Instead of chasing after Scootaloo, she decided to just wait, because she knew Scootaloo was going to come crawling back to her. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo was in the living room, watching television, while Angel and Fluttershy were in the kitchen, signing the papers. "Signature of adoptive mother", Fluttershy said, signing her name in the space. "Signature of adoptive father", Angel said, signing his name in the space. After that, they had everything done. "Scootaloo's going to be so happy when she sees these papers", Fluttershy said. "Yeah!", Angel said. He then noticed a space that needed the signature of somepony else. "Uh... Fluttershy?" "Yes, Angel Bunny?" "There's something you need to see, and it may be tricky to get". He pointed to the space. Fluttershy gasped lightly. "Signature of... birth mother or father?" "Yeah. And I think this may be a very hard task". Fluttershy looked over at Scootaloo, who was laughing at a cartoon she was watching. "Maybe we should tell her later?", she said. "Yeah", Angel replied. Then, he got an idea. "Hey, why don't you and Scootaloo go out and do something she would like?" "Well... I guess it would be better to get her in a good mood before telling her". "Yeah. That's why I said that". "Aren't you going to come?" "No. I think it's time for you and Scootaloo to bond mother-to-daughter". "OK, Angel Bunny". She went into the living room and over to Scootaloo. Within seconds, the two pegasi left. Angel locked the door and smiled. "Have fun, Scootaloo", he said. Then he tuned around. "To the cave!" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ About two hours later, Scootaloo and Fluttershy came back to the cottage. Both had their faces painted like clowns and had rainbow wigs on. Scootaloo was holding cotton candy, and Fluttershy was holding a bag of popcorn. Angel hopped back into the living room. One sight at the two pegasi and he knew exactly where they went. "Ponyville Carnival?", he said. Scootaloo smiled and nodded. "Yeah!", she said, "I rode on everything!" "Yes", Fluttershy said, "Although you had a... little accident... on the roller coaster". "Hey. I thought we agreed to keep that to ourselves". "What happened?", Angel said. Scootaloo sighed. "I ate twelve pieces of hay-bacon pizza and then... threw up... on the roller coaster", she admitted. Angel couldn't help but laugh. "Hey!" "I sorry, Scootaloo", he said, still chuckling lightly, "That was just unexpected". "Yeah, yeah", Scootaloo said. She noticed Angel and Fluttershy looking at each other seriously. "What?" "There's a reason why I took you to the Carnival", Fluttershy said. "Why?" "Because...", Angel said, "While we were signing those papers, we noticed something that is required". "What?" "We need your mother to sign the papers, too". Scootaloo looked down to the floor. "I knew that was needed. Good luck getting her to sign those". "Well", Fluttershy said, "We need you to tell us where she lives and then we will get her to sign them". "OK", Scootaloo said. She then saw Sledge sitting down in front of the couch. "Maybe we should take Sledge with us, for protection". "Good idea", Angel said, "Cause I'm not dying at age four".(28 pony years) "OK", Fluttershy said, "Let's go". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo, Fluttershy, Angel, and Sledge were walking to Light Cloud's house. Scootaloo was giving directions, and leading them. After about twenty minutes, they made it. Sledge immediately recognized where he was and started to growl. Scootaloo kept him quiet and knocked on the door. "Come in", Light Cloud said from the inside. Scootaloo opened the door and they all walked in. Light Cloud noticed her. "Well, look who came crawling back. And you brought friends, too?" "These aren't my friends", Scootaloo said, "They're my new parents. And this is my dog. The same dog that you gave away". "Dang it!", Light Cloud said, "I thought that big fur-ball was gone!" Sledge barked loudly. Scootaloo calmed him down. "Down, boy", she said. Sledge stopped barking. Fluttershy stepped in. "We don't want any trouble, Ms. Cloud", she said, "All we need is for you to sign these papers". She held out the papers and snatched them from her. One look and she threw the papers on the floor. "Adoption?!", she yelled, "You're not taking her from me!" Angel stepped in. "She needs more than you", he said, "Being abused every day and being forced to do chores isn't the way a filly should grow up". "Yeah!", Scootaloo said, "You've been hurting me every since Daddy died". "That's because your father kept spoiling you!", Light Cloud said, "Every time you did something wrong, he would always say 'It was just an accident' or 'She's just a filly'. Hadn't it been for me, you would've ended up more spoiled than Filthy Rich and his daughter!" "Daddy loved me! Something you can't seem to understand. He loved me more than he loved you! I hate you!" Scootaloo was about to have a rage fit, but Fluttershy calmed her down with a hug. "Calm down, Scootaloo", she said. She heard Scootaloo crying lightly, telling her to get the signature and leave so Scootaloo could go home. "Cloud, just sign the papers so we can leave, please. You're upsetting Scootaloo". "No!", Light Cloud said, "You're not taking her from me! Somepony needs to clean this place up!". "See?!", Angel said, "You only care about yourself! I bet four carrots that you didn't even do one thing for her in her life, did you?!" "Yes I did! I put some discipline into her so she wouldn't end up being spoiled!" "Still thinking about yourself! Did you get her this dog?! Did you take her to the hospital when you found out she can't control her bladder?! Did you ever treat her like a daughter and not some useless piece of garbage?! She is terrified of you! She had a major nightmare the first night she stayed with us and wet the bed! She needs better care!" "I didn't, and I don't care". She then turned to Fluttershy. "Now, you and your filthy rabbit have ten seconds to get out of my house before I have to become a criminal now. I want you and him out of here and I want that pathetic filly to clean up this house". "No!", Fluttershy said, bringing out the "New Fluttershy", "Listen, you can yell at me, and insult my bunnyfriend, but you don't ever, EVER, tell me what to do! Scootaloo is happy with us! She is loved, and treated like she is somepony! I can go all night with this, Cloud! All you have to do is sign those papers and we'll leave!" "The day I sign those papers is the day I buy that filly a carriage!", Light Cloud said. "One more time!", Fluttershy said, "Sign those papers, or you will sign them by force!" "Make me!" Those two words were all that Fluttershy needed to hear. She tackled Light Cloud to the floor and punched her face several times. "Sign them!", she said. "Go to Tartarus!", Light Cloud said. Then, Sledge decided he had enough of this. He pounced on Light Cloud and dug his fangs into Light Cloud's neck. Light Cloud screamed in pain. "Sign them!", Scootaloo said, "Then, I'll let him off of you!" Light Cloud didn't want to. but the pain was intense and she could feel herself starting to lose consciousness. "Fine! Just get him off of me and get me a quill!". Scootaloo ordered Sledge to heel and Light Cold signed the papers. Fluttershy, Angel, and Scootaloo smiled. "Was that so hard?", Angel said, "Oh, and there's more!" "What do you mean?!", Light Cloud said. "Since you have signed these papers", Fluttershy said, "Scootaloo is now under our supervision, and you can't touch her or you'll go to Princess Celestia's dungeon". "What?!" "Yes", Angel said. He then turned to Fluttershy. "Can we go now?" "Yes", Fluttershy said, "Scootaloo? Are you ready?" "Just a second", she said, "There's something I need to grab first". She ran up to her used-to-be room and then into the kitchen. A few minutes later, she came back with an old chew toy and the chocolate-chip cheesecake she had eaten before running away. She gave the toy to Sledge and ate the cheesecake. Then she was ready. They all left and went back to the cottage. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo had fallen asleep riding on Fluttershy's back and was being carried by her. Angel was trying to fight it, and Sledge was walking while playing with his toy. Once they got back to the cottage, Angel instantly went over to his bed and went to sleep. Sledge went over to the carpet and laid down, and Fluttershy carried Scootaloo to the nursery. After getting Scootaloo and herself into some padding and robes, she tucked Scootaloo in and laid down in the bed. She cuddled Scootaloo and went to sleep. Back to School/A New FriendScootaloo woke up at 5:00 the next morning. Once again, no nightmares She wasn't sleepy anymore, so she decided to get up. Scootaloo prodded the front of her diaper, feeling a warmth and a wetness. She had wet herself. At least she didn't wet the bed. She got out of the bed and started to walk down the hall to ask her mother for a change. She didn't know where she was, but was hoping to find her without having to go into into the living room, afraid to wake up Angel or one of the other animals. As she walked down the hallway, she could hear a loud grunting noise, followed by a muffled crackling noise, sounding kind of life air bursting somewhere, then a loud sigh of relief. She saw the nursery door in front of her, cracked open slightly. Being very quiet, she crept to the door. Leaning in, she peeked through the crack. What she saw made her gasp lightly. Fluttershy was laying on a kindergarten mat, suckling on a pacifier, playing with a stuffed bunny, and wearing a Sun-yellow dress and a slightly wet and very messy diaper, judging by the foul smell that passed by Scootaloo's muzzle and the huge bulge growing in the back of her diaper. Fluttershy took her pacifier out of her muzzle. "Oh, Mr. Snuggles", she said, talking to the stuffed bunny, "I love playing with you". In her mind, she imagined Mr. Snuggles speaking back to her. "So do I, Fluttershy", Mr. Snuggles said, "But, shouldn't you be playing with Scootaloo? She's your new daughter, after all". "I know, but I'm a little scared". "Why are you scared?" "Because what if Scootaloo thinks I'm boring or creepy? I'm not a very extreme pony like Rainbow Dash". "Fluttershy, why would she think that? She loves you. She doesn't even care if you're an adult foal". "I know, but I'm very scared that I'll do something wrong and Scootaloo won't want me as her mother anymore. I've never been a mother before". "No, but you've foalsat before. Remember when you foalsat the Scootaloo and her friends? You were able to stop them from being eaten alive by a deadly creature using your stare". "Well... yes but..." "You'll do fine, Fluttershy. Trust yourself, and you'll do fine". Fluttershy smiled and hugged her bunny. "Thank you, Mr. Snuggles". Scootaloo wiped a tear from her cheek. She was crying with joy. She... loved Fluttershy. Scootaloo ran in the nursery and hugged Fluttershy tight, not even bothered by the smell of Fluttershy's messy diaper. Fluttershy blushed heavily with embarrassment, but was actually happy that Scootaloo wasn't creeped out. "Looks like you caught me red-hoofed", Fluttershy said, "Sorry about the... smell". "That's OK, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "Nothing could make me stop loving you!" "Aww..." Fluttershy was very flattered at the new title from Scootaloo. "You called me Mommy!" Scootaloo was starting to speak again, but she was a little muffled since her face was buried in Fluttershy's coat. "Mommy?", Scootaloo said, her face out of Fluttershy's coat. "Yes, Sweetie?", Fluttershy said, cuddling her daughter. "I... kinda... need to be changed". Fluttershy checked Scootaloo's diaper, feeling a warmth in the front. "Oh... did you have an accident last night?" "Yes, a little". A few minutes later, Scootaloo was changed out of her wet diaper. "Thank you, Mommy". "No problem, Sweetie". Scootaloo got off of the changeling table, even though the padded table felt really good, and she felt like she was going to fall asleep again. "So, Mommy". "Yes?" "You could use a change too. You've pretty much soiled yourself enough". Fluttershy blushed as she looked at her full diaper. "Your right. I'll change myself". "How about I change you?", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy was very surprised. "You know how to change a diaper?", she asked. "Yeah. I made a few bits taking care of the Cake Twins, and I learned how to change a diaper. I'm used to the smells, too". "Well... are you sure you want to change me?" "Sure I am". A few minutes later, Scootaloo had finished changing Fluttershy. Fluttershy was very surprised. The diaper was fit tightly but comfortably around her, even better than her own padding skills. "Feel better?", Scootaloo asked Fluttershy. "Scootaloo... I...", Fluttershy said before stopping. She really wanted to ask Scootaloo something, but decided it wasn't the right time at the moment. "Thank you". "No problem". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 7:30 AM... Fluttershy flew Scootaloo to the schoolhouse and dropped her off. "Thanks for dropping me off, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "I'll be back to pick you up at 3:00, OK?" "OK", Scootaloo said, hugging her mother. Fluttershy gave Scootaloo her lunch bag and flew off. Scootaloo turned and started to walk into the schoolhouse. But before she could even take two steps... "Scootaloo!", two filly-voices yelled out. Scootaloo turned around and saw her fellow Cutie Mark Crusaders: Applebloom and Sweetie Belle. "Hey Applebloom! Hey Sweetie Belle!", Scootaloo said. "Where were ya yesterday?", Applebloom said, "Ya missed some crusadin". "I did?", Scootaloo said. "Yeah", Sweetie Belle said, "We tried to get our cutie marks in fishing. That is, until Applebloom accidentally stepped on one of the hooks". "Really?", Scootaloo said. Applebloom raised her leg and showed Scootaloo her forehoof. There was a huge bandage on it. "Oh". "Still hurts a bit", Applebloom said, "Anyway, where were ya?" "I was at Fluttershy's", Scootaloo said. "Why?", Sweetie Belle asked. "I'll tell you later", Scootaloo said, "Let's go in before we're tardy". The other Crusaders nodded and they all walked in. After walking into the schoolhouse, the three fillies saw a crowd of students, and heard loud yelling. "Ah gotta see this", Applebloom said, running into the crowd. The others followed. After a bit of pushing and shoving their way through the crowd, they finally made it to the front. What they saw was very unexpected. Silver Spoon was yelling at her friend, Diamond Tiara, who was backed into a corner by her. What was happening? "But Silver Spoon", Diamond Tiara said, "I didn't do it!" "I saw you, Tiara!", Silver Spoon said, "I was right behind you!" "B... but-!" "Shut up! This 'friendship' is over!" Silver Spoon stomped off into the bathroom, breathing very heavy, while the students all went back into their groups. The Crusaders sat in their four-desk group, very confused. "What was that all about?", Scootaloo said. "Apparently", Sweetie Belle said, "Silver Spoon and Diamond Tiara aren't friends anymore". "Why wouldn't they be?", Applebloom said, "They've been friends ever since they first met". "Shh!", Scootaloo said, "Silver Spoon's coming out". Silver spoon walked out of the bathroom. She looked around for a seat. The only empty seats were the one she had next to Diamond Tiara, and the empty seat in the Crusaders' group. She walked over to the Crusaders, who were all staring at her. "Can I sit here?", she asked, pointing to the empty desk. The Crusaders looked at each other for a while before nodding. Silver spoon sat down in the chair, and placed her face in her hooves sighing loudly. "Thank you". "Umm... sure Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said. She noticed Silver Spoon's glasses were on the floor. She picked them up and set then in front of her. "So, Silver Spoon...", Applebloom said, "Why were you-?" "I'll tell you", Silver Spoon said, "That idiot, Tiara, was using me as a sidekick!" "Now you see that", Scootaloo mumbled under her breath. However, it wasn't quiet enough, and both Applebloom and Sweetie Belle looked at her with stern looks. "What?" "How did ya find out?", Applebloom said. "Well-", Silver Spoon tried to say before she was interrupted. Cherilee had walked through the door and was ready to teach. "All right, my little ponies", she said, sitting at her desk, "Settle down". Scootaloo leaned over to Silver Spoon. "Sit with us at lunch", Scootaloo said, "We'll talk there". "Understood", Silver Spoon said. "Now, we'll be talking about the History of Equestria", Cherilee said. Hearing this, Scootaloo yawned loudly. "Nap time", Scootaloo said before resting her head on her desk and napping. Silver Spoon smiled. "You're crazy, Scootaloo", she said, "I guess I'll help you catch up". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Four hours later... "Scootaloo?" Scootaloo woke up and rubbed her eyes. Cherilee was standing over her. "Ms. Cherilee?", Scootaloo said. "Wake up, Sweetie", Cherilee said, tapping the filly on her shoulder, "It's lunchtime". Scootaloo yawned and stood up, stretching her tiny wings. "Thanks for waking me". "It's OK, Scootaloo. Just stay awake for the rest of the day, or I'll have to give you detention". Scootaloo nodded, grabbed her lunch, and left. Once she got outside, she saw her friends sitting at their table. She walked over to her table and sat down next to Silver Spoon. She dug into her bag and found a daffodil-and-daisy-sandwich, enveloped in plastic wrap. Scootaloo smiled and unwrapped her sandwich. "So, Silver Spoon", she said, "What happened between you and Diamond Tiara?" Scootaloo bit into her sandwich. "Well", Silver Spoon said, eating a hay-and-rice-casserole, "I was at a sleepover with Tiara, and I was having a little fun. Then, after using the bathroom, I went back into her room, and she was writing in some sort of diary, and speaking to herself aloud. She kept saying that I was her sidekick and she was only my friend because I made her look more popular. There's now way I'm going to be friends with a freeloader. The reason I wanted to sit with you isn't because I didn't want to sit with her, but I need new friends". "Umm..., Silver Spoon?", Applebloom said, munching a slice of crispy apple pie, "We're the Cutie Mark Crusaders. Ya already have yer cutie mark". "I know, but I just want to be friends", Silver Spoon said. "Why would you want to be friends with us?", Sweetie Belle said, eating a broccoli-and-cheese-salad with croutons, "We're Blank Flanks, remember?" "I called you that because I was with Diamond Tiara. Remember when I first met you three when we were little? We went out for ice cream". "Now that you mention it", Scootaloo said, finishing the last bite of her sandwich, "I kinda remember that". "Me too", Applebloom said. "Me three", Sweetie Belle said. "See? I've always wanted to be friends with you". "I'll be your friend", Scootaloo said. "So will Ah", Applebloom said. "I will!", Sweetie Belle said. "Thanks", Silver Spoon said. "No problem", the Crusaders all said at the same time.The fillies went back to their lunches. Silver Spoon dug the the bottom of her lunch and found four huge chocolate-chip-cookies, about the same size as a small dinner plate. Silver Spoon knew she couldn't finish them herself, so she got an idea. "I've got extra chocolate-chip-cookies", she said, "Anypony want one?" "Sure", they all said. Silver Spoon gave each Crusader a cookie. "Thanks, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said. "Thank ya, Silver Spoon", Applebloom said. "Thanks!", Sweetie Belle said. They all began eating their cookies. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 3:00 PM... Scootaloo walked out of the schoolhouse. Fluttershy was standing outside the door, ready to go. "Hey, Mommy", Scootaloo said, hugging her mother. "Hello, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "Did you learn good today?" "Yes". "Any homework?" "No". "OK, let's go home". Fluttershy put Scootaloo on her back and flew back to the cottage. "Sweetie, I've got a surprise for you". "What is it?" "Well, somepony is waiting to see you at home". "Who?" Fluttershy smiled. "My mother, Flutterkind..." Dinner with Flutterkind/A Secret About Flutterkind and FluttershyScootaloo was surprised, as her ears perked up. "You mean?", she said, "I'm going to meet my grandma?" "Yes", Fluttershy said. Soon, Fluttershy and Scootaloo had made it back to the cottage. Before going inside, Fluttershy talked to Scootaloo. "I just want to warn you", Fluttershy said, "She's very affectionate, especially around fillies". "I'll be OK, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "I really want to see her now". Fluttershy pushed the door open and saw her mother, Flutterkind, making dinner for the family. Flutterkind looked like Fluttershy, but had a purple mane instead of a pink one. Her coat was the same butter-yellow, like Fluttershy's. Flutterkind was a cooker, and it wasn't really a surprise why. Flutterkind's cooking was like a slice of the Afterlife. Flutterkind covered a pot with a lid and turned around, smiling. "Hello, Sweetie", she said, hugging her daughter. Flutterkind's voice sounded like Fluttershy's. "Hello, Mother", Fluttershy said, nuzzling her mother's cheek. After letting go of Fluttershy, Flutterkind looked down at Scootaloo. "You must be Fluttershy's daughter, am I right?", she asked. "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said, "I'm Scootaloo". Flutterkind smiled and picked up the filly. "I'm Flutterkind", she said, hugging her, "Your new grandmother". "I just met you", Scootaloo said, "and I love you already". "I do too, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, kissing Scootaloo's muzzle and making her blush, "I know it might be a little hard to get used to calling me your grandma, so call me whatever you feel comfortable with". "OK, Gramma", Scootaloo said, instantly giving her a title. Flutterkind smiled and put her down. "I like the title", Flutterkind said, "OK, go wash up. Dinner is almost ready". Scootaloo nodded and went upstairs. Fluttershy looked at her mother. "Where's Father?", Fluttershy said. "He said he had 'something to do'", Flutterkind said, putting emphasis on the last three words, "Like he says every time I want us to spend time with you". "*sigh*", Fluttershy sighed in disappointment, "Why?" "You know why, Sweetie", Flutterkind said. Flutterkind could see tears forming in Fluttershy's eyes, so she hugged her. "Sweetie, you still have me. I've been with you ever since you were born". "I just want Father to like me", Fluttershy said. "I know you do, and so do I", Flutterkind said, "But I guess will have to keep wishing for it". At that point, Flutterkind heard the upstairs bathroom door open, followed by the sound of hoof-clopping. "OK, Sweetie. Scootaloo's coming back. We'll talk later, OK?" Fluttershy nodded and sat down in one of the chairs at the table. "I'm back!", Scootaloo said. "I can see that, Scootaloo", Flutterkind said, "Dinner is ready". "Great", Scootaloo said, "I'm so hungry I could eat a-" Her sentence was cut short when the front door opened up. Angel had hopped into the kitchen. "Hey, Scootaloo", he said, "Hey, Flutterkind". "Hello, Angel", Flutterkind said, "You're just in time for dinner". "Cool", Angel said, hopping over to the table and sitting on top of it. Soon, everyone had gotten their dinner. Flutterkind had made herself, Fluttershy, and Scootaloo a cream-of-mushroom-casserole with light broccoli, cheese, and corn, while Angel had gotten a salad, very different from the one he usually gets from Fluttershy. This one was very full of carrots, and had a small spice to it, and was much tastier. Also, there was sweetbread, green beans, and macaroni-and-cheese for sides, and soda as beverages. Everything tasted good to Scootaloo. She really liked it. While eating, they talked among themselves. "Is everything OK?", Flutterkind asked. Scootaloo was about to say something, but her mouth was full, so she simply nodded, as did the others. "Good". Scootaloo swallowed what was in her mouth, then spoke. "So, Gramma", Scootaloo said, wiping her muzzle with a napkin, "How have you been?" "Fine, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "Thank you for asking". "What is it like up in Cloudsdale?", Scootaloo asked. "Well...", Flutterkind said, "I would say... good, a little cold, and..." Under her breath, she finished. "...horrible!" "Hmm?", Scootaloo said. Flutterkind noticed what she said. "Oh... it's nothing. Cloudsdale is good". "Cool. I wish I could go to Cloudsdale". "You never been to Cloudsdale before?" "No. I never even stood on a cloud before. I can't fly". "Oh... is that why?" Scootaloo nodded. "Sweetie, your time will come soon". "That's what Rainbow Dash said, and I still can't fly, nor do I have my cutie mark". They had all finished at that point and Flutterkind collected their plates and set them in the sink. After returning, Flutterkind returned and Angel hopped off for a nap. "You'll get your cutie mark when you've found your special talent", Flutterkind said, nuzzling Scootaloo's cheek. Scootaloo smiled. "I hope so", she said, nuzzling her back. "OK, who wants dessert?", Flutterkind said, smiling. "I do!", Scootaloo said instantly after hearing the word "dessert". "I would like some", Fluttershy said. Flutterkind smiled as she walked over to the refrigerator. She pulled out a triple-layer-chocolate-chip-cheesecake that she had made herself. Scootaloo's mouth watered at the sight of the delicious cheesecake. Flutterkind set it on the table and grabbed a knife. She cut herself a small slice and let the others cut their own. Fluttershy cut herself a piece that was a little smaller than her mother's, and Scootaloo cut herself a very large slice, almost about a quarter of the cake. Flutterkind didn't mind, and neither did Fluttershy. They ate their cheesecake and soon finished. Scootaloo started to feel tired. Her meal and her dessert getting to her. Within minutes, she fell asleep, her face in her hooves. Flutterkind smiled. "She's so cute when she's asleep", she said, "I'll put her to bed. Where does she sleep?" "She sleeps in my bed", Fluttershy said. "OK". Flutterkind walked over to Scootaloo and carefully picked her up, not trying to wake her. "Oh...", Fluttershy said, "Could you please put a diaper on her? She has nighttime accidents". "OK. Thanks for letting me know". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Four hours later... Scootaloo woke up when the smell of something very foul attacked her muzzle. She placed her hooves on her muzzle and sat up to find the source of the smell. But then, she felt something squish under her flank, and the smell increased. Scootaloo looked down and saw something very unexpected. She had messed her diaper. It wasn't really a surprise, since she didn't go before finishing her meal, and her body was completely relaxed. Scootaloo really didn't mind the smell, since it was her own, but knew she was going to get a rash if she didn't get changed. She got out of the bed, her diaper hanging between her hind legs, and walked into the hallway. She reached the top of the staircase and was about to walk down, but she heard some voices. She looked over the railing and saw Fluttershy and Flutterkind, talking to each other. Fluttershy was crying and Flutterkind was cuddling her. Scootaloo stood perfectly still, trying not to disturb them. "Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I know you're upset". "I... I can't take it anymore!", Fluttershy said, "Every time-!" A sound reached Fluttershy's ear. She looked toward the stairs and saw Scootaloo. Scootaloo had tried to sit down, but her diaper let out a loud squish as her mess was pressed into her flank. "Scootaloo?", Flutterkind said, "Are you OK?" "I...", Scootaloo said, "I'm sorry for interrupting you". "It's OK", Flutterkind said, "In fact, come here. You need to hear this too". Scootaloo walked down the stairs. Flutterkind wanted Scootaloo to sit in her lap, but Scootaloo didn't. "I...", she said, "I kinda... pooped myself". The smell reached Flutterkind's muzzle. "Oh... well let's get you changed first. Come with me". Scootaloo followed Flutterkind to Fluttershy's nursery. After changing Scootaloo into a fresh diaper, Flutterkind threw the soiled diaper in the trash. "Gramma?", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Sweetie?", Flutterkind said, wiping her hooves with a foal wipe. "Why is Mommy crying?" "Well... Come with me. We'll talk about it". Scootaloo and Flutterkind got back into the living room. Scootaloo sat next to Fluttershy, who pulled Scootaloo into a tight hug. "OK", Flutterkind said, "I'll tell you what's going on, but you have to promise not to tell anypony else". "I promise. Cross my heart and hope to-", Scootaloo said before a hoof covered her mouth. "Please", Fluttershy said, "don't do a Pinkie Promise. Every time I do, Pinkie Pie usually shows up". Scootaloo nodded. "Anyway", Flutterkind said, "Fluttershy is upset because Flutterheart, her father and my husband, doesn't like her". "Why not?" "He was upset because he wanted a colt, not a filly. He beat me and beat her. I've been taking care of Fluttershy without him, and I'm glad that she's a fair distance from him. That's why Fluttershy doesn't have much confidence in herself. She was lucky to even touch the ground". "You mean...", Scootaloo said, "He never took care of Mommy?" "No, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I have. I taught her how to fly, I changed her diapers, I fed her, I've been looking after her. I even used to bring her to work with me everyday, because I knew she would be beaten if I didn't. I was, and still am, in charge of making the rainbows in Cloudsdale, and it was very dangerous if Fluttershy fell into the mixture. I just can't stop seeing if she's OK. I almost wanted to beat the heck out of that griffon who yelled at her". Scootaloo remembered when Gilda the Griffon yelled at Fluttershy out of anger. "Oh... I'm sorry, Mommy". "Th-that's OK, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said. "Now, Scootaloo", Flutterkind said, "Never tell anypony else about this, OK?" Scootaloo nodded. "Yes, Gramma". A Request from Fluttershy/Flutterkind Moves InFriday, 4:00, at Ponyville School... Scootaloo walked out of the schoolhouse by herself. She had gotten detention for falling asleep in class, and Cherilee called Fluttershy to let her know. Scootaloo walked out and Fluttershy was waiting for her. Scootaloo hung her head as she walked to Fluttershy. "Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "Are you OK?" "S... sorry for getting detention, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "Sweetie, it's OK", Fluttershy said, "You were up pretty late last night helping me clean the stables. I forgive you". "Thanks, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "By the way, cleaning the stables was gross". Fluttershy chuckled as Scootaloo hopped onto her back. "Don't worry. You'll get used to it. Trust me, I've had to pick up excrement ever since I was a filly". Fluttershy flew back to her cottage. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Once they got back to the cottage, a delicious aroma attacked Scootaloo's muzzle, making her mouth water and her stomach growl. "I made hayloaf for dinner", Fluttershy said, letting Scootaloo down, "With extra onions and ketchup". "Thanks, Mommy", Scootaloo said, walking into the kitchen. Angel was sitting on the table, finishing up his salad. Scootaloo sat in the chair next to him. "Hey, Dad". "Hey, Scootaloo", Angel said, "How was detention?" "Boring", Scootaloo said, making herself a plate of hayloaf and a few honey-roasted celery sticks, "All I did was read out of the history book for an hour while listening to Ms. Cherilee explain what everything was about". Angel finished off the last few pieces of lettuce and wiped his mouth. "Seems pretty boring", he said, setting his bowl in the sink, "Well, I'm going to the cave. See ya". He hopped off up to the attic while Scootaloo finished her dinner. After a while, Fluttershy came back, throwing a small plastic bag in the trash. After washing her hooves, she made her own plate and sat down next to her daughter. "Sorry I'm a little late", Fluttershy said, "I was walking Sledge and cleaned up after him". "That's OK, Mommy", Scootaloo said, her mouth expelling pieces of hay and landing on the table. Her mouth was full when she was talking. Scootaloo used her napkin to wipe the table. "Sorry". "That's OK". The two ate their dinner. After finishing dinner, Fluttershy looked at Scootaloo. "Sweetie", she said, placing the dishes in the sink and wrapping up the leftovers, "There's something I want to ask you". "What is it?", Scootaloo said. "I want to tell you privately. Follow me please". Fluttershy walked to her nursery, Scootaloo following. She typed in her secret code Mommy's Little Foal and opened the door. She and Scootaloo walked in and closed the door. Fluttershy sat down on her mat and allowed Scootaloo to sit in her lap. "I was very impressed how well you changed my diaper last time", Fluttershy said. "Thanks", Scootaloo said. "Well... it made me get an idea. You see, being an adult foal isn't just about playing with toys, wearing baby clothes, drinking from foal bottles, and wearing and using diapers. An adult foal needs something else too". "What is that?" Fluttershy blushed lightly as she told Scootaloo what she wanted to say. "An adult foal needs... somepony to take care of it". Scootaloo got what Fluttershy was trying to tell her. "So... you want me to...?" Fluttershy placed her hoof over Scootaloo's muzzle. "Yes. I would ask Angel, but he doesn't know how to change a diaper". "B... but I've never taken care of an adult foal before". "It'll be just like taking care of a regular foal. Please?" Scootaloo could tell this was something Fluttershy really wanted, and she would do anything for her mother. She decided to do the right thing. "I'll do it". Fluttershy hugged Scootaloo tightly. "Oh thank you so much!" Fluttershy kissed Scootaloo on her cheek multiple times, very thankful. "No... problem?", Scootaloo said, still wondering how she was going to do this, "Now, get onto the changing table so I can get you padded". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ After getting padded and put into her Sun-yellow dress, Fluttershy got a bottle full of cold milk from a mini refrigerator and a bag of supplies and walked down to the living room, Scootaloo following. Scootaloo and Fluttershy were sitting in the living room on the couch. Fluttershy was laying in Scootaloo's lap, suckling from her bottle. Scootaloo was feeling a little awkward, having an adult foal laying in her lap and drinking from a foal bottle, but was able to keep calm. Fluttershy kept suckling as she closed her eyes and relaxed. Seeing this, Scootaloo let out a small 'aw' under her breath. She could tell Fluttershy was happy. Fluttershy soon finished and set the bottle aside. Scootaloo got an idea as she patted Fluttershy's back, trying to burp her. Fluttershy noticed this and forced out a small burp. "Better?", Scootaloo said. "Mm-hmm", Fluttershy said. "You know Mommy, this is like taking care of a regular foal. In fact, better than taking care of one". Fluttershy smiled as she buried her face in Scootaloo's coat. Scootaloo smiled as she pet Fluttershy's mane. A small hissing noise began to emanate as Fluttershy began to wet her diaper. Fluttershy sighed and blushed, looking up at Scootaloo, who was smiling. "Looks like the baby needs to be changed", Scootaloo said, teasing her. Before she could get up, the door bell rang. Scootaloo looked at Fluttershy, who simply nodded. Scootaloo got up and answered the door, surprised at who was there. It was Flutterkind, who was carrying a few overnight bags. She looked at Fluttershy, seeing her in her foal attire. "Hope I'm not interrupting anything", she said. "That's OK, Mother", Fluttershy said, "Come in". Flutterkind walked into the house, carrying her bags. She set them on the floor and sat down on the couch, crying softly into her hooves. "Gramma?", Scootaloo said, "Are you OK?" "No, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I'm finished". "What happened?", Fluttershy said, very concerned. "Flutterheart ruined me! He snuck illegal wing-steroids in my house and my job and I was evicted and fired!" "What?", Fluttershy said, "But weren't those recalled and destroyed by the princesses?" "Yes, but he somehow found some and made it look like I was carrying them!" Flutterkind cried harder and Fluttershy hugged her. Scootaloo was a little confused. "What are wing-steroids?", she said. "They're special pills that increase wing strength and muscle bulk", Flutterkind said, looking at her granddaughter, "They were made illegal twelve years ago and destroyed by Princess Celestia and Princess Luna, but Flutterheart found someway to get some and snuck them into my house and in my locker at my job". She looked at Fluttershy. "Sweetie, I'm jobless and homeless now. If it's not a problem, may I live here?" "Well... some of my animals don't do well around guests, and some aren't fully housebroken yet. I wouldn't want you to step in anything". "I'll be OK, Sweetie. All I want is to live here until I can get back on my hooves again and find a job". "Can she stay, please?", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy smiled. "Sure", she said, "You may stay here as long as you need". Flutterkind hugged her daughter. "Thank you, Sweetie!", she said, nuzzling her cheek. "You're very welcome, Mother", Fluttershy said, nuzzling her back, "Now, there's some leftover hayloaf and honey-roasted celery sticks on the table. You may have some". Flutterkind walked in the kitchen. An odor passed by Fluttershy's nose and she felt weight being added to the back of her diaper. She was messing herself, intentionally. She waited until she was finished before speaking again. "Scootaloo?" "Yes, Mommy?", Scootaloo said. "I made a stinky in my diapee", Fluttershy said in a babyish voice. Scootaloo giggled at how she said that. "OK, let's get you changed". However, two spies were outside, watching the three the whole time. A mare and a stallion. "So that's where she's been living", the stallion said. "Yep", the mare said, "That's my daughter. The orange one". "The yellow one is my daughter and the other one is my wife", the stallion said. "They don't know what they have coming to them tomorrow", the mare said. The spies flew off, saying one more thing. "Because nopony messes with..." "...Flutterheart!" "...Light Cloud!" A Grandmother-to-Granddaughter Picnic... With a Special GuestScootaloo woke up the next morning and yawned. Rubbing her eyes, she rolled over onto her back and saw Flutterkind standing over her. "Gramma?", Scootaloo said, her voice sounding very tired. "Good morning, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, sitting down on the bed next to Scootaloo. Scootaloo sat up and hugged her grandmother , ignoring the wetness in her diaper. She was pretty much used to it now. "Morning, Gramma", Scootaloo said, yawning loudly, "Do I have to go to school today?" "Sweetie, it's Saturday", Flutterkind said. "Oh... right", Scootaloo said. Flutterkind chuckled lightly and checked Scootaloo's diaper. "Sweetie, it seems you had an accident last night", Flutterkind said, "Wait here for a moment while I get you a clean diaper". Soon, Flutterkind had changed Scootaloo and put her robe back on her. "Thanks, Gramma", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "Now, I'm making breakfast downstairs. You may go downstairs whenever you want some". Scootaloo nodded and followed Flutterkind downstairs. While Flutterkind finished up making breakfast, Scootaloo walked into the living room. The first one to greet her was Sledge, who licked her face several times before sitting down in front of her. "Morning, Sledge", Scootaloo said. Sledge walked over to the front door and sat down. Scootaloo caught what he was trying to signal. She opened the door and let Sledge out. A few minutes later, he came back and laid down on the rug. "Scootaloo", Flutterkind called from the kitchen, "Breakfast is ready". Scootaloo walked into the kitchen and sat down in one of the chairs. Flutterkind served Scootaloo then herself. Scootaloo smiled as she looked at the contents of her plate. Chocolate chip waffles, over-easy eggs, toast, and hay-bacon, along with apple juice. Also, there was a bowl of salad in the middle of the two. "Thank you, Gramma", Scootaloo said, instantly digging in. Flutterkind chuckled lightly. "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Flutterkind said, starting to eat. Halfway through her breakfast, Scootaloo noticed Fluttershy wasn't around. "Gramma?", Scootaloo said, adding a bit of Zap-Apple-Jam to her toast. "Yes?", Flutterkind said, serving herself some of the salad. "Where's Mommy?" "She went out to buy some more cherries. Angel won't eat his salads with out the cherries. Hmph, such a picky eater". Scootaloo chuckled. "Yeah. That's how I used to be. I wouldn't eat anything if it wasn't just right". "Neither would I". The front door lock clicked and Fluttershy entered, carrying a bag of cherries. "Good morning, Sweetie", Fluttershy said to Scootaloo. "Morning, Mommy", Scootaloo said, nuzzling Fluttershy. Fluttershy poured some of the cherries into a small bowl for Angel, then looked at Scootaloo. "I have good news for you", Fluttershy said. "What is it?", Scootaloo said. "I'll tell you", Flutterkind said, "Now that Fluttershy and I are sharing bits and helping support this family, we talked and decided it's time for you to start getting allowance". Hearing that last word, Scootaloo's ears perked up. "Allowance?!", she said, very excited. "Yes", Fluttershy said, "You get five bits a week. More if you complete chores". Scootaloo hugged Fluttershy. "Thank you!", Scootaloo said. "It was Mother's idea", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo turned to Flutterkind. "Thank you too!" "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Flutterkind said. Fluttershy gave Scootaloo a small bag full of bits. Scootaloo smiled as she stared at the small beige-colored bag in her hooves. "Now, I need to set some ground rules", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo turned around to look at her mother. "You only get allowance every Saturday. If you need change, we would be happy to help you with that. There will be no begging for any amount of money if it is not allowance day. Also, be smart and responsible with your money. If you lose it, we will not give it back to you. Do I make myself clear?" "Yes Ma'am", Scootaloo said. "Also", Flutterkind added, "Remember to be smart with your money. If there's something you want but you don't have enough, you'll have to save it up. Understood?" "Yes Ma'am", Scootaloo said to Flutterkind. "Good", Flutterkind said. Scootaloo finished her breakfast. "So, can I go out? I have a Cutie Mark Crusaders meeting today", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "Just be back in two hours". Scootaloo nodded and left. Flutterkind looked at Fluttershy. "What's a 'Cutie Mark Crusaders meeting'?", she said. "It's a meeting Scootaloo and her friends make", Fluttershy said, "She and her friends are Blank Flanks, and like to do activities, hoping to earn their cutie marks". "They're that determined?", Flutterkind said. "Yes", Fluttershy said, "I hope they get them soon, because the last time they had a sleepover here, they were almost eaten alive by a cockatrice". "Wow", Flutterkind said. At that point, Angel had hopped into the kitchen, having just woken up. "Good morning, Angel Bunny", Fluttershy said to him. "Morning, Fluttershy", Angel said. "Here's your breakfast", Fluttershy said, pointing to the bowl of cherries. Without any hesitation, Angel hopped onto the table and began ravenously devouring the cherries, not even bothering to remove the stems. "Sweetie?", Flutterkind said to her daughter. "Yes, Mother?", Fluttershy said. "I still a little worried about Scootaloo". "Why?" "I don't think we're bonding good enough. I'm afraid she thinks of me as random pony in the house". "Why would she? She loves you". "But she has known you ever since you met your other five friends. She's only known me for five days". "Well...", Angel said, finishing up his cherries, "Why don't you and Scootaloo do something together? That's how her and Fluttershy bonded well". "Well, what should we do, Angel?", Flutterkind asked Angel. "How about a picnic? That's my favorite thing to do with Fluttershy". "That sounds lovely", Fluttershy said, "Mother, I'm sure Scootaloo would like that". "Well... I... OK. I'll take Scootaloo out for a picnic". "Good. Now, she'll be back in about two hours. You may want to get ready now". "OK". ~~~~~~~~~~ Meanwhile at Sweet Apple Acres... Applebloom, Scootaloo, and Sweetie Belle were at Sweet Apple Acres, trying to get their cutie marks by helping the Apples with the chores and harvests. Applebloom was making fertilizer, Scootaloo was bucking apple trees the best she could, and Sweetie Belle was feeding the animals. "Ah really don't hope ah git mah cutie mark in this", Applebloom said, fighting the stench of the manure she was using. Even with the clothespin on her muzzle, the smell still crept its way into her nostrils. "Well... this isn't easy", Scootaloo said, trying to knock the apples off of a tree. Her tiny hind legs weren't as strong as Applejack's, so it took her about twenty bucks to knock every apple off of a tree. The good thing was that she could eat as many apples as she could, being cautious not to accidentally throw any eaten cores into the buckets. "Can you slow down?", Sweetie Belle said to a pig, who was eating rather fast, "You're gonna end up choking". "Applebloom", Applejack said, having just shucked the corn in the fields, "Time for yer friends to go home. Ya got inside-chores ya need to finish". "Oh... OK", Applebloom said, rinsing any excess mess off of her hooves with the hose, "See y'all later". "You too, Applebloom", Sweetie Belle said. "Yeah", Scootaloo said, grabbing a golden delicious apple and eating it whole. After that, Scootaloo ran off, Sweetie Belle following her. Once Scootaloo and Sweetie Belle got back into town, she looked at the clock-tower next to City Hall. "Still got an hour before I have to go home", Scootaloo said, "Why don't we go to Sugarcube Corner, on me?" "Since when do you ever pay for treats?", Sweetie Belle said, "Do you even have any bits?" Scootaloo smiled as she pulled out her bag of money. "Oh... then let's go". Once the fillies reached Sugarcube Corner, they walked in, instantly being attacked by a strong aroma of baked goods. They sat down at a table and was serviced by Pinkie Pie, who randomly appeared in front of them. "Hiya Scootaloo! Hiya Sweetie Belle!", she said in her usual, very enthusiastic voice. "Hey, Pinkie", Scootaloo said. "Hi, Pinkie", Sweetie Belle said. "What can I do for you today?", Pinkie said, pulling out her notebook, ready to write. The fillies looked at their menus for a bit. "Can I have an apple cupcake?", Scootaloo said, "With a chocolate milkshake?" "Yep!", Pinkie said, quickly scribbling it down. Then, Sweetie Belle had decided what she wanted. "I want a peach cupcake", Sweetie Belle said, "With a vanilla milkshake". Pinkie quickly scribbled that down. "Anything else?", Pinkie said. "Nope", the fillies simultaneously said. "Okie Dokey Lokie! That'll be four bits!", Pinkie said. Scootaloo opened her bag, took out four bits, and put them on the table. Pinkie scooped them up and dashed off into the kitchen. A few minutes later, she came back and gave the fillies what they wanted. "Thanks, Pinkie", they both said, starting to eat. Pinkie dashed off to take the next order. ~~~~~~~~~~ After their treats, they both went home. Once Scootaloo had reached the cottage, she opened the door and sat down on the couch, sighing loudly. It felt good every time she sat down on that couch. She closed her eyes and relaxed, letting the soft cushions touch her back. Right when the relaxation was about to take affect and put her to sleep... "Scootaloo", a voice called. Scootaloo sat up and saw Flutterkind sitting next to her. "Sorry if I woke you". "I wasn't sleeping, Gramma", Scootaloo said, "I was just relaxing". "Oh... well, I have a surprise for you". "What is it?" "I was thinking you and I could go out for a picnic. Just you and me". "Why?" "Because I wanna do something special for you". Scootaloo shrugged. "OK", she said, standing up, "I have to go pee first". "Go ahead, Sweetie", Flutterkind said. Scootaloo walked upstairs to the bathroom. After handling her business, she came back downstairs. Flutterkind smiled. "Ready to go?", she said. "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said. "So, you said you've never been to Cloudsdale before?" Scootaloo nodded. "Well... how would you like to have our picnic there?" Scootaloo's ears perked up. "R-really?!", she said, getting very excited. "Yes", Flutterkind said. Scootaloo hugged Flutterkind as tight as she could. "Thank you!", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "Now, hop on so we can go". Scootaloo quickly hopped onto Flutterkind's back. "Also, you'll need to hold on tight, because Cloudsdale is very high in altitude, and everything will be very light. I really don't want you to fall off". Scootaloo wrapper her tiny front legs around Flutterkind's neck tightly, but not enough to choke her. "Ready?" "Yes, Gramma", Scootaloo said. Flutterkind grabbed the picnic basket with her teeth and flew off, Scootaloo getting very anxious. ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, Flutterkind and Scootaloo made it to Cloudsdale. "We're... here...", Scootaloo said. "Yes", Flutterkind said. Scootaloo quickly jumped off of Flutterkind's back. But before she could land, Flutterkind quickly grabbed her. "Sweetie, Pegasus Ponies can still fall through clouds if they put too much stress on them, and Cloudsdale is made of nothing but clouds, so be careful". Scootaloo nodded and Flutterkind slowly put her down onto the cloud. Scootaloo could feel the soft, damp cloud on her hooves. It felt good. "This... is... awesome! My first time walking on a cloud!", Scootaloo happily said. Flutterkind chuckled lightly. "The first time is always the best", she said, "Fluttershy and I had the same reaction". Then, Scootaloo strangely felt cold, as she began to shake a bit. Flutterkind looked at Scootaloo. "Are you OK?" "J-just a little c-cold", Scootaloo said back. "Oh, don't worry. Since this is your first time in a high altitude, you'll feel a cold for a while. You should get used to it in about five minutes". Scootaloo nodded, still shivering a bit. "Now, follow me. I wanna show you around Cloudsdale before we have our picnic". Scootaloo followed Flutterkind to many rooms, like the Wonderbolt's Training Room and the Games Room. Soon, they came Cloudsdale's main room: The Weather Creation Room. "And this is the main and most important room", Flutterkind said, "The Weather Creation Room". Scootaloo looked around and saw many great sights. "Wow!", she said, "Can we go in?" "Sure", Flutterkind said, "Just be careful. It's very dangerous". Flutterkind and Scootaloo walked into the room and walked to a station. "This is Cloud Creation. Cloudsdale makes the softest clouds in Equestria". Scootaloo reached out and touched one of the clouds. "That is soft", she said. "Yep". They walked to a different station. "This is Rain Creation. Using the water Cloudsdale gets from the Pegasus Tornado Power, the rain is created". They walked to the last station. "And last, my old job, Rainbow Creation. The best station in the whole room". Scootaloo looked at the multicolored mixture, then back at Flutterkind. "Gramma?" "Yes?" "This is a random question but, can I taste some of the mix?" "I wouldn't if I were you. One of Fluttershy's friends tasted it and she said it was spicy, but if you want to, go ahead". Scootaloo dipped her hoof into the mixture and then into her mouth. "It tastes good", Scootaloo said, "A little spicy". "Wow. You can stand the spice. So, lets go have our picnic". Flutterkind and Scootaloo turned around and was about to walk out when... "Flutterkind!", a voice called. Flutterkind turned around and saw her former boss, Sugar Twist. "Ms. Twist", Flutterkind said, "Hello". "I have good news for you! The security cameras saw that you weren't the one who had the steroids. Your rehired to your position!" "Really? Oh thank you Ms. Twist!" "No problem. You start next week". Sugar Twist walked off. Flutterkind and Scootaloo walked off to have their picnic. ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, they reached a room that was where they were gonna have their picnic. "Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I know I said you and me, but my friend wants to join us. Is this OK?" "That's OK", Scootaloo said, "I'm just ready to eat". Flutterkind smiled and knocked on the door. A few seconds later, someone answered from the other side. "Come in". Flutterkind opened the door and saw her friend sitting on her bed. She looked at Flutterkind. "Hey, Flutterkind", she said. Scootaloo immediately recognized Flutterkind's friend. "Hello, Spitfire", Flutterkind said. "Sp... Spitfire?!", Scootaloo said, starting to stammer. Spitfire looked at Scootaloo. "Yes?", she said. "Y-you're Spitfire?! As in THE Spitfire?! The captain of the Wonderbolts?!", Scootaloo said. "That's me", Spitfire said, "The one and only". Scootaloo felt dizzy and would've fainted if Flutterkind hadn't caught her. "Looks like you're excited to see me". "No foaling! You're my idol! I have every poster, action figure, drinking glass, blanket, and everything else with you on it!" "A fan? Cool. But, I thought Rainbow Dash was your idol". "Y-you know Rainbow Dash?!" "Of course I do. She saved my ass during the Young Flier's Competition". "Spitfire!", Flutterkind said, "Language! You're in the same room with a filly". "Oh, right. Sorry, kid", Spitfire said, ruffling Scootaloo's mane. Scootaloo squealed as Spitfire touched her mane. "So, let's eat". After getting served, the Pegasi started eating. Scootaloo, however, could hardly eat. She was filled with excitement, being in the same room with her idol. Scootaloo bit into her cucumber sandwich and was ready to ask some questions. "Spitfire?", Scootaloo said. Spitfire looked up from her sandwich. "Yeah, kid?", Spitfire said. "Can I ask you a few questions?" "Fire away". Scootaloo smiled. "How long have you and Gramma been friends?" "Ever since we were fillies. Went to school together and worked together. We were roommates before she was evicted". "OK. Two: Do you have a crush on Soarin?" "What? No! Why would I have a crush on that..." She finished the rest of her sentence under her breath. "...very cute hunk of stallion". "I heard that!", Scootaloo happily said, "You do have a crush on him!" Spitfire knew there was no use trying to deny it, since Scootaloo had heard what she said. "Fine. Yeah I do", Spitfire admitted. Scootaloo laughed. "I knew it! You do have a crush on him!" "Yeah yeah l know. Anything else?" Scootaloo thought about it for a minute, then asked a final question. "Do you think you can teach me how to fly?", she said. Spitfire smiled. "Of course I can. Why do you ask?" "Because I... can't fly". "You can't?" "No. And I don't think I'll ever be able to". "Kid, it always takes time before a Pegasus can fly". "That's what everypony keeps telling me. I'm eight years old and still can't fly". "Well... you wanna know a secret?" Scootaloo nodded. "I didn't learn how to fly until I was fourteen". "Really?" "Yeah. I was the only one in my freshman year who couldn't fly, and everypony called me 'Flightless Fire'. Trust me, you don't a nickname like that when you go to school with a bunch of jocks". "Whoa. Even Spitfire got bullied". "Yep. But as soon as I learned to fly, I was the fastest in my class, and even Soarin liked it. Oh... Soarin..." "Wow. So, have you ever told Soarin how you feel?" "No kid. That's my only fear". "Why don't you tell him?" "Because... I..." Spitfire couldn't finish her sentence, so Flutterkind finished it for her. "She's afraid Soarin may not want to be with her", she said. Spitfire nodded. "Yeah...", she said. "Spitfire...", Scootaloo said, "He won't know what you want until you tell him". "B... but-", Spitfire tried to say before a knock on the door interrupted her. "Come in". The door opened and who walked in completely surprised Spitfire. It was Soarin, who was carrying an envelope. "Letter for Flutterkind", he said, giving Flutterkind the envelope. Before he left, Scootaloo talked to him. "Hey, Soarin", she said. The stallion looked at her. "Yeah?", he said. "I'm a fan of you and Spitfire!" "Cool. A fan". "Anyway, Spitfire has something she wants to say to you". What Scootaloo said caught Spitfire by surprise, and she knew that there was no way out of her situation when Soarin looked at her. "What is it, Spits?", Soarin said to Spitfire. Spitfire nervously looked at Scootaloo, then at Flutterkind, who both gave her a nod. "Uh... well... um...", Spitfire tried to say, "I have to tell you that..." Spitfire's tail started quivering with fear as she tried to speak. "Spits?", Soarin said, "You OK?" "Uh... uh...", Spitfire kept trying to say. Flutterkind leaned over to Scootaloo. "She's having a hard time, Sweetie", she said, "Maybe you should help her". Scootaloo smiled. "I got this", she said. Scootaloo got up, stood behind the nervous Spitfire, and kicked her back with her hind legs, instantly making her spit out what she had to say. "SoarinIhaveacrushonyou!", she said all together as if Pinkie would. Soarin caught every word. "R... really?", he said, very surprised. "Y-yes. I love you... Soarin", Spitfire finally said. She peeked up and saw Soarin walking toward her. Spitfire instantly buried her face behind her mane, afraid at what he might do. Once Soarin reached Spitfire, he knelt down and placed her muzzle on her's, locking in a kiss. Spitfire's eyes went very big as Soarin kissed her, then let go. "Spitsy", he said, using her secret nickname, "I love you too". He nuzzled her and kissed her cheek. Spitfire buried her face in Soarin's coat, nuzzling him back. Scootaloo smiled as she leaned over to her grandmother. "It worked", she said. "Yes it did", Flutterkind said back. Soarin whispered something into Spitfire's ear, then left. Spitfire stood up. "Kid, Flutterkind", she said, "I have to go. Soarin wants me to join him for a seven-hour bubble bath". She started to leave, but knew there was something she needed to do first. She turned to Scootaloo. "Kid, you never told me your name". "I'm Scootaloo", Scootaloo said. "Well, Scootaloo, I want to thank you for helping me get over my fear. I'm going to reward you for that". She went over to her drawer and pulled out three pieces of paper. She then hoofed them to Scootaloo. One look made Scootaloo gasp. "Front row tickets to the Wonderbolts Flier's Competition?! With backstage passes?!", she said, very surprised. "Yep", Spitfire said back, "For you and two others. See ya, Scootaloo". Spitfire left the room, while Scootaloo stared at her tickets. Flutterkind smiled. "Looks like Spitfire is very thankful to you", she said. "Yeah!", Scootaloo said, "She gave me front row tickets to the biggest Wonderbolts Competition!" Scootaloo hugged the tickets. Flutterkind chuckled. Then, she noticed the letter that was for her. She opened the envelope and found her room key and a letter, telling her that she was welcome back to her room. "I'm allowed to live here again!", she said, "This day is getting better!" "Looks like we both got something cool!", Scootaloo said. The two Pegasi continued their picnic. ~~~~~~~~~~ Ponyville, 9:00 PM... Scootaloo and Flutterkind had made it back to Ponyville. Flutterkind moved out, but promised to visit. Scootaloo and Angel had fallen asleep on the couch during a movie, and Fluttershy was sleeping in her room. Flutterheart and Light Cloud were outside the cottage, peeking through the window. They saw Scootaloo asleep on the couch, with Angel sleeping on her stomach. "Damn!", Flutterheart said, "They're asleep!". "Who cares?!", Light Cloud said, "Lets get in there and kill them!" "Cloud! Calm down! It wouldn't be fun to kill a sleepy pony. They wouldn't feel anything. Plus, we still have to get some weapons". "Oh, right. But tomorrow, we're going in there for sure! My patience is expiring heavily, and if I wait one more day, I'm going to flip out". Flutterheart and Light Cloud flew off, ready for what they were going to do the next day. Sleepover with Silver Spoon/Caught!Friday, 2:59 PM... Scootaloo was staring at the clock, waiting for that clicking second hand to reach the twelve. She had just now finished her test over circumference and circle area, and was waiting for that last minute to end. Finally, what seemed like hours, the bell rang and the class turned in their tests and left. Scootaloo was glad she finished, because Cherilee had informed them that anything unfinished was homework, and there was nothing Scootaloo hated more than homework over the weekend. Once Scootaloo got outside, she started walking to Sugarcube Corner. Before she could get off of the campus, Silver Spoon joined her. "Hey, Scootaloo", she said. "Hey, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said back, "What's up?" "Thanks again for helping me finish my test", Silver Spoon said. "No prob", Scootaloo said, "But, it's strange that somepony as smart as you wouldn't know that stuff". "I may be smart, but I have my limits, you know". "Hmph... try telling that to Twilight. So, I was about to grab some pie with Pinkie. Wanna join us?" "Oh... well... I've never actually had pie before". "Wow. Well I- WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!", Scootaloo said, sounding like Chris Griffin from "Family Guy". "Yeah. Weird isn't it?", Silver Spoon said. "You've never had pie?! Everypony living in Ponyville has had it at least once!" "Yeah well not me. And how do you know that?" "Trust me, the things Pinkie tells me can't be lies. She know every pony in Ponyville". "Wow". "So, come with me. You have to try some". Silver Spoon shrugged her shoulders. "I guess I don't have a choice". Scootaloo smiled as she lead Silver Spoon to Sugarcube Corner. ~~~~~~~~~~ Once the fillies reached Sugarcube Corner, Silver Spoon noticed a "closed" sign in the window of the door. "Scootaloo, it's closed", Silver Spoon said, pointing to the door. Scootaloo chuckled. "That's only for customers", Scootaloo said, "Whenever you're a friend of Pinkie, you're always welcome, and you don't have to pay". "Wow", Silver Spoon said, "Never knew that". Scootaloo knocked on the door loudly and waited for an answer. "We're *chomp* closed! *gulp*", Pinkie Pie said from the inside. "Pinkie", Scootaloo said, "It's Scootaloo". A few seconds later, the lock clicked and the door opened. Pinkie was standing in front of them with her usual sweet smile, her face covered in chocolate brownie batter. "Hiya, Scootaloo!", Pinkie said. "Hey, Pinkie", Scootaloo said, "We were wondering if we could come in for a few snacks?" "Sure! Come in!" Pinkie let the two fillies in and re-locked the door. After that, she randomly pulled out a bottle of soda out of her mane. "So, what can I get for you?" She opened the bottle and started drinking. "Well...", Silver Spoon said, "I've never had pie before". Pinkie instantly spit out a big mouthful of soda right into Scootaloo's face. "What?!", she said, "Never had pie?! That's just like saying a griffon has never had meat, or a zebra has never had grass, or a dog has never eaten its own-!" Scootaloo placed her hoof over Pinkie's mouth before she could finish. "We get it, Pinkie", Scootaloo said, shaking the soda off of her face. "Oh, OK", Pinkie said. She then looked at Silver Spoon. "Well, you're in luck! There's a ton of leftover pie from that contest in Canterlot, and you can have as much as you want for free!" "Cool", Silver Spoon said. Pinkie dashed off into the kitchen while Scootaloo and Silver Spoon sat at the bar. The bar was only permitted for adults, but after-hours, anyone could sit there, if they were one of Pinkie's friends. Pinkie soon returned with several different pies and cans of soda. She set them down on the bar with a smile, then dashed back off into the kitchen. Scootaloo started eating an apple pie, while Silver Spoon started with a cherry pie. One bite and Silver Spoon fell in love. She started ravenously chowing down, not caring how messy she was. Scootaloo noticed this as she stopped. "You might want to slow down", she said, "Too much pie will give you the runs". "Yeah yeah", Silver Spoon said, tossing the empty pie plate into the trashcan next to her, "Whatever". Silver Spoon grabbed a chocolate pie and started eating again. "OK", Scootaloo said, drinking some soda, "Don't say I didn't warn you". The fillies continued to eat their pies. "So", Silver Spoon said, just finishing her fifth pie, "How have you been?" "Fine", Scootaloo said, "Just been chillin'". "OK". "You know, I was thinking, why don't you and I have a sleepover?" "A sleepover? With you?" "Yep". "Where do you even live?" "Fluttershy's Cottage". "Fluttershy? Isn't she the Element of Kindness holder?" "Yep". "I've never actually met her before. But, it would be nice to". "Well?" "Don't you have to ask first?" "Nope. She said that I could have any friends over as long as their parents or guardians say it's OK". "Then sure, I'll go. I just need to ask my mom first". "Well, if you can, be there by 7:00". "Understood". Silver Spoon went back to her pie, as did Scootaloo. But then, after finishing her tenth pie, Silver Spoon's stomach started gurgling and aching. Silver Spoon clutched her stomach, groaning in pain. A loud blast of flatulence escaping her as well. "Excuse *groan* me", she said, still groaning in pain. Scootaloo chuckled. "Told you", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon passed wind again, feeling something else. "*ugh* Where's the bathroom?!" "Over there". Scootaloo pointed to the door to her left. Silver Spoon got up and ran into the bathroom, leaving clouds of her gas behind her. Scootaloo waited a few minutes before seeing if Silver Spoon was OK. Scootaloo got up and walked into the bathroom. The foul odor attacked her muzzle, but she was able to stand it. Scootaloo could see Silver Spoon's hind legs danging over one of the toilets in the stall. "Silver Spoon, are you OK?" "I'm *groan* fine", Silver Spoon said between grunts. "I waned you", Scootaloo said with a chuckle. "*ugh* Shut up!" Silver Spoon passed wind as she yelled. "*chuckle* See you at 7:00" Scootaloo went back to the bar and finished two more pies before leaving. ~~~~~~~~~~ Once Scootaloo got home, the first thing on her mind was relaxing. She walked into the house and sat down on the couch, sighing loudly. She then noticed Angel sitting on the other side, hugging one of the cushions as if it were a teddy bear. "Hey, Dad", Scootaloo said. Angel looked over at Scootaloo. "H-hey, Scootaloo"', he said. "You OK?", Scootaloo said. "No", Angel said. "What's wrong?", Scootaloo said. Angel let go of the cushion and sighed. "Mating season starts tomorrow, and I've been called out with a request to be a partner". "Isn't that good?" "Usually, that would be. But now, it isn't, because I'm with Fluttershy now". "Oh..." "I've been able to avoid mating season for the last three years, but now, I can't weasel out of this one". "Can't you just say no?" "I wish I could, but I can't. If a bunny refuses to mate with its partner, its partner gets to execute it, and believe me, I don't need to be killed at four years old". "Oh..." "I'm very confused right now, and I'm afraid that if I do mate with my partner, I'll fall in love with her and dump Fluttershy. I don't know what to do!" Angel grabbed the pillow and started crying into it. Scootaloo grabbed Angel and cuddled him. "Dad, I can't say that I know how you're feeling, but I'm pretty sure it can't be that bad. You've been dating Fluttershy for three years. She's the one you love, and I'm sure just a few hours of mating won't change your opinion about her. Plus, would your partner go out every three days to buy cherries for you or fluff your tail the way you like it? I don't think so. Tomorrow, all you have to do is get it over with and then you can go back to being with Fluttershy". Angel looked up at his daughter and smiled. "Thanks, Scootaloo". "No problem, Dad". Scootaloo rubbed Angel's head, making his left hind leg stamp on her thigh. "You know, for a filly, you sure can give good advice". "Thanks". "No problem. So, I have to let my partner know that I accept her request. See ya". Angel hopped off outside, while Scootaloo laid down and relaxed. "Sweetie?", a sweet voice called out. Scootaloo sat up and saw Fluttershy standing in front of her. "Hey, Mommy", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy sat down next to Scootaloo and cuddled her. "How was school?", Fluttershy said, kissing Scootaloo's cheek. "Fine", Scootaloo said, "I love Fridays". "I'm sure you do". Fluttershy chuckled. "Umm... Mommy?" "Yes?" "Can I have a friend over for tonight?" "Well, I don't think I can take another 'Cutie Mark Crusaders' sleepover after what happened last time". "Oh, no no no. Not with them, with Silver Spoon". "Doesn't she bully you?" "She used to, but now, we're friends". "Oh... well, I don't mind. Has she asked her parents?" "She said she has to ask, but I told her if she can, be here by 7:00". "OK, and yes, you can have her over". "Cool! Thanks, Mommy!" "You're very welcome, Sweetie. But, what about your nighttime problems?" That last sentence made Scootaloo remember. "Oh... right..." "Oh... maybe I shouldn't have said that". "Um... couldn't I just wear a robe to cover my diaper?" "Sweetie, the robes I have are a little big for you. You could trip and accidentally expose your diaper". Scootaloo hung her head with sadness. "But, I think I have a little else you could wear". Fluttershy smiled as Scootaloo's ears perked up. "Really?!" "Yes. Follow me please". Fluttershy got up and walked to her nursery, Scootaloo following. Soon, Fluttershy was in the nursery's closet, looking for something for Scootaloo to wear, while Scootaloo was playing with a rattle. She didn't know why, but it was fun. No wonder Fluttershy liked playing with baby toys. She was even playing with it like a baby, with her teeth instead of her hoof. "This is so fun", Scootaloo said under her breath, "No wonder Fluttershy is an adult foal. She has it good". Scootaloo give the rattle one last good shake before spitting it out as Fluttershy finally found something. "Well", she said, "This is the only thing I found that's small enough for you". She held out a pair of butter-yellow flannel pajamas with a pink butterfly pattern, like Fluttershy's cutie mark. Scootaloo smiled. "Those look cool!", she said. Fluttershy smiled. "I'm glad you think so", Fluttershy said, "Um... Would you like to try it on?" "Sure. But, can you diaper me first, so we won't have to worry later?" "OK". Soon, Fluttershy had Scootaloo dressed. Scootaloo smiled as she looked at her self in the full body mirror. "I like these!", she said. "I'm glad you think so", Fluttershy said, "Now that that's taken care of, what should I make for dinner?" "Well, Silver Spoon has food allergies". "Oh, well then, salad it is". Fluttershy walked back down to the living room, Scootaloo following, but not after grabbing the rattle she was playing with. While Fluttershy was preparing the salad, Scootaloo was playing with the rattle. Scootaloo was strangely enjoying herself, giggling a few times. After a few minutes, Scootaloo put the rattle down, as a thought struck in her mind. She knew that wearing the diapers felt good, and so did wearing the pajamas. Playing with the rattle felt good, and she didn't mind the feeling of a wet or messy diaper. Scootaloo began to get an idea, but waited until Fluttershy was finished before testing it. Soon, Fluttershy had finished the salad, covered the bowl with plastic wrap, and went back into the living room. "I'm all done", Fluttershy said, "We'll eat once your friend get's here". "OK", Scootaloo said. Scootaloo then looked down at the floor. Fluttershy noticed this. "Sweetie? Are you OK?" "Well... I was thinking..." "What were you thinking?" "Well, you know how you're an adult foal, right?" "Yes?" "Well, would it be alright if you would... if I could..." Fluttershy placed her hoof over Scootaloo's mouth before she could finish. "I know what you're trying to say, Sweetie", she said, "And yes, you may". Scootaloo smiled as she knew what Fluttershy was saying. "But, you cannot speak, you must listen to me, and you have to soil your diaper at least once, OK?" "Yes, M-", Scootaloo said before Fluttershy placed a pacifier into her mouth. Scootaloo happily suckled, remembering not to talk. Fluttershy smiled and carried Scootaloo to the nursery. ~~~~~~~~~~ Asking to act like a foal was the best thing Scootaloo could ever ask for. Scootaloo was cradled, fed baby food, which she liked, and wet and messed her diaper. Fluttershy was changing Scootaloo at that point. "So", Fluttershy said, finishing, "Did you enjoy yourself?" "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said behind her pacifier. "Good. Well, it's 7:00. We'll do this again when your friend leaves, OK?" Scootaloo nodded and spit out her pacifier. Fluttershy finished the change and redressed Scootaloo. The two Pegasi went back into the living room as the door bell rang. "Just in time", Scootaloo said, dashing to the door. Scootaloo opened the door and sure enough, Silver Spoon was there, carrying a big overnight bag. She was also wearing her pajamas, which took the worry out of Scootaloo about that. "Hey, Scootaloo!", she said, "Made it!" "Great!", Scootaloo said, "Come in!" Scootaloo let Silver Spoon in and closed the door. Silver Spoon looked at Fluttershy, who greeted her. "You must be Silver Spoon", Fluttershy said. "Yep", Silver Spoon said. "I'm Fluttershy", Fluttershy said, "Scootaloo's mother". "And the Element of Kindness holder". "Right. Now, dinner is on the table. Follow me please". Fluttershy walked into the kitchen and Silver Spoon looked at Scootaloo. "She's your mom?", she said. "Yep", Scootaloo said. "But, I saw in your school file that your mother is somepony named Light Cloud". "She used to be, but now, Fluttershy is". "Why is she your mom now?" "I'll tell you later". Scootaloo walked into the kitchen, Silver Spoon following. The fillies sat at the table, while Fluttershy served them. Fluttershy had made a slightly improved salad, instead of a regular one. It contained rice, croutons, cheese, oats, hay, and, of course, several vegetables. "Thanks, Fluttershy", Silver Spoon said. "Thanks, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "You're very welcome, you two", Fluttershy said. She served herself and started eating. Silver Spoon looked at Scootaloo and whispered to her. "You call her 'Mommy?'", she whispered. "Yeah", Scootaloo whispered back, "She's my mom after all. What's wrong with that?" "Oh, nothing. I'm not saying there's something wrong with that, it's just surprising that an eight-year-old would say that". "Oh, OK". The fillies started eating. Soon, they all finished eating and Fluttershy collected their bowls and washed them. "OK", she said, "I need to feed the others". "Want some help with that?", Scootaloo said. "No thank you, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "You have a guest over". Fluttershy grabbed the buckets and walked out the door. Scootaloo looked at Silver Spoon. "So, what do you want to do?", she said. "I brought my game console and a few games", Silver Spoon said, "Shall we?" "We shall!", Scootaloo instantly said. After getting the system hooked up to Fluttershy's TV, Scootaloo and Silver Spoon started playing "Call of Pony: Modern Warfare 3". Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were playing in multiplayer against each other, while talking to each other. "So", Scootaloo said, "I take it that you feel better from the pie incident?" "Yeah", Silver Spoon said, "Much better. Mom had to give me laxatives to calm my stomach. It was either that, or an indigestion shot". "Really? Well, I'd rather swallow pills than get a shot". "Uh, Scoots. That's not how you take them". "Well, how do you take them?" Silver Spoon told Scootaloo how to take the laxatives. "Oh... Eww..." "I know right. What I don't get is how you were able to stand my stench. I couldn't even stand it, and it was mine". "I'm used to smells like that. I clean stables that fifty different animals use every day, and I've been at sleepovers with Applebloom, and using the bathroom after her is like trying to clean out a pig-pen". "Oh... OK". "Gotcha!" Scootaloo pressed the trigger, sniping Silver Spoon, winning the game. "How did I not see that?" "Probably because you were too busy staring in that cave, thinking I was in there". "Whatever. Unique Ops?" "Sure". After playing games for a while, the two moved on "Truth-or-Dare?". "Truth or Dare?", Scootaloo asked Silver Spoon. "Dare", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo thought about it for a while, then saw Angel sleeping in his bed. "I dare you to pour a cup of water on Dad". "You mean Angel? Won't that upset him?" "He'll be fine". Scootaloo smiled as Silver Spoon picked up her water, walked over to Angel, and poured it on him, waking him up. He saw that he was wet and freaked out. "Fluttershy left me outside again!", he said, "And it's raining!" Both fillies started laughing. "Huh?" "Got you!", Silver Spoon said. Angel rolled his eyes. "I forgot that you were a prankster", he said, "I'll get you both back". Angel hopped upstairs, while the fillies continued their game. "So", Silver Spoon said, "Truth or Dare?" "Truth", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon smiled. "What's your deepest secret?" Scootaloo's smiled dropped to a frown, knowing this was coming. "Oh... well...can't I pass?" "No. You have to tell me. It's the rule". Silver Spoon wanted to take back her question, but knew she couldn't. Scootaloo lowered her head as she spoke. "Here's why Fluttershy is my mom", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon got comfy as Scootaloo spoke. Scootaloo let out everything she was hiding. Her hateful mother, her inability to control her bladder when sleeping, and her father. Silver Spoon really wished she hadn't asked Scootaloo that, because now she knew everything, and Scootaloo was having trouble telling it to her. Soon, Scootaloo had finished. "And, I'm wearing a diaper under my pajamas. See?" Scootaloo unfastened the buttons to the small flap of her pajamas, exposing her diaper. Silver Spoon was surprised, but didn't say anything. After showing Silver Spoon this, Scootaloo started crying into her hooves, feeling embarrassed. Silver Spoon, feeling sorry for her, pulled her into a hug. "All of that seems hard, Scoots", she said, "Really hard". "Well, there you go", Scootaloo said, "My deepest secret. Go ahead, call me a 'baby blank flank' and leave". "Scootaloo, why would I do that? I'm not Diamond Tiara, I'm your friend. So what if you have to wear diapers when you're sleeping?" "But, how could you-?" Silver Spoon placed her hoof over Scootaloo's muzzle before she could finish. "I don't care that you have to wear diapers. You're still my friend, and a real friend sticks with its friend no matter what. In fact, there's something I need to show you too". Silver Spoon unfastened the flap to her own pajamas. Scootaloo looked and gasped. Silver Spoon was wearing a diaper under her pajamas as well. "You're wearing a diaper? Does that mean...?" "Yep. I'm a bed-wetter too. I was trying to hide it, but since you told me your problem, I decided to tell you mine". "Silver Spoon... I didn't know that". "Of course you didn't. But now you do". Scootaloo was starting to get confused, so Silver Spoon decided to wrap it up. "Look, what I'm basically trying to say is that I'm your friend, and I can keep a secret. You can tell me anything". Scootaloo hugged Silver Spoon. "Thank you, Silver Spoon". "No problem, Scoots". "So, you say you can keep a secret?" "Yeah". "Well... do you have any secrets about Diamond Tiara?". Silver Spoon smiled evilly, knowing what she meant. "Get comfortable, because you're going to be here for a while". ~~~~~~~~~~ Once again, Flutterheart and Light Cloud were outside the cottage, waiting for their moment. "We're going in there this time!", Light Cloud said, "I mean it!" "Cloud, calm down!", Flutterheart said, "I already said we were no matter what. We have our weapons, and we have a plan. After this, we'll be wearing pony skin cloaks". "Ooh, I can't wait!", Light Cloud said. Soon, they got to the house and peeked in through the window. Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were talking and giggling among themselves. "Well", Light Cloud said, "Looks like the little prick is having a sleepover". "Yep", Flutterheart said, "The fun has been doubled. If our main target tries anything, we kill her friend". "Good plan. Now, here's the plan. There's a dog in there, and he will start growling if he sees me. We need to take him out. You got the tranquilizer?" Flutterheart hoofed Light Cloud a small pistol, loaded with tranquilizer darts. Light Cloud smiled and flew up to a high window, seeing Sledge laying on the floor. With just a pull of a trigger, she fired, sending a dart right into the dog's neck. Before Sledge could even yelp, the dart took effect, putting him to sleep. "Nighty-Night, Doggy. You're lucky these are tranquilizers, and not small calibers, which we're going to use on your little owner". Light Cloud flew back down to ground level. "So", Flutterheart said, "What's next?" "Your daughter has several locks on every door", Light Cloud said, "We need to quietly pick each one". "Actually, I have a better idea. The wood she uses it very sensitive, and we could just go through it. Follow me". Flutterheart walked to the back door, Light Cloud following. "Now, watch this". He pulled out a small laser and burned a hole in the door, making it fall over. "Wow", Light Cloud said, "You're good". "Thanks", Flutterheart said, "Now, for the moment we've been waiting for. Walk, don't run. If we startle them, it won't be fun. It must be a surprise visit". Light Cloud nodded and the two walked in. "And you won't believe what Diamond Tiara does when she's alone!", Silver Spoon said. "What is it?", Scootaloo said, anxious to hear. "She-!" Silver Spoon cut herself off as she saw two other Pegasi standing in front of them. "Who are they?" Scootaloo looked and her eyes went very big. "Hello, Scootaloo", Light Cloud said, "Hope you don't mind us dropping in. We'll just kill you and your fake mother and leave". Light Cloud pulled out another pistol, this one loaded with real bullets. "Silver Spoon, run now!", Scootaloo yelled, running upstairs, Silver Spoon following. They hid in Fluttershy's room, where Fluttershy was fast asleep. "Mommy! Wake up!" "Huh? What?", Fluttershy said, "What's going on?" "Your dad and my old mom is downstairs! They want to kill us!" "What?!" Fluttershy got out of the bed and peeked out of the door. They were. "Father... Cloud..." "What do we do?!", Silver Spoon said, "What if they want me too?!" "We need to call somepony!", Fluttershy said. "I'll call Spitfire!", Scootaloo said, "She gave me her number!" Scootaloo picked up the house phone and started dialing. Fluttershy, wanting to speak to the father, walked out and stood in front of him. He smiled. "Well", Flutterheart said, "Look who it is. My little mistake. You got nerve showing your face to me". "Your dead!", Light Cloud said, pointing her gun toward Fluttershy. Flutterheart slapped it away. "Hold on", he said, "Let her talk first". "Father... why?", Fluttershy said, starting to cry. "Because! You're a mistake! You're lucky you had Flutterkind with you, because if it were up to me, you'd be in an orphanage in Cloudsdale right now!" Fluttershy's timidity soon turned to rage. She struck her father right in his jaw, sending him to the floor. Light Cloud tried to shoot Fluttershy, but Fluttershy grabbed the gun out of her hooves and used it as a bat, swinging it right in her face. Fluttershy didn't like shooting guns, so she couldn't see herself doing it. "You're so freaking dead!", Light Cloud said. Fluttershy tried to move, but her father grabbed her hind legs, while Light Cloud picked up the gun. "Any final words?!" Before Fluttershy could even talk, she was struck by a random zoom. Spitfire had arrived, Flutterkind with her. "Mother!", Fluttershy said, running to her and hugging her. Scootaloo and Silver Spoon made it downstairs also. "Let's get this started!", Spitfire said. Spitfire kicked Flutterheart right in his face. Spitfire kept fighting while the others were taking shelter behind the couch. Soon, Spitfire had collected both of their guns. "Now, leave now and you don't die". Both just chuckled. "You think that's all we have?", Flutterheart said, "You're stupid". Both pulled out sniper guns, making Spitfire drop the pistols. "Ready to give up?" Spitfire couldn't say no. She had to step down. "Smart choice", Light Cloud said, "Looks like Equestria won't loose their most talented Wonderbolt. And by the way, the Shadowbolts are better". Both of the Pegasi walked over to the couch, where the rest of the group were spread out hiding. "Now", Flutterheart said, waving the gun around his targets, "Pick which one of you die first". "Go to Tartarus!", Flutterkind said, "You should be there now!" "OK", Light Cloud said, "I'll choose". She pointed the gun at Scootaloo. "You. Now you can either come back with me and clean up, or you can get lead in your head". "Why don't you clean up your own mess?!", Scootaloo said, "I've been cleaning up after you for three years! You're nothing but a lazy, mean, abusive excuse for a mare!" Scootaloo punched Light Cloud right in her muzzle. "Ow!", Light Cloud said as blood poured from her nose, "That's it! If you want to hurt me..." She pointed the gun at Silver Spoon. "I'll kill your friend instead!" With a pull of a trigger, Light Cloud shot at Silver Spoon. A desperation struck Scootaloo, and she couldn't help doing what she did next. "NOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!" She dove right in front of Silver Spoon, taking the bullet right in her chest, making her pass out. "SCOOTALOO!", Fluttershy screamed, going over to Scootaloo. Blood was pouring out of her wound, and she grabbed a curtain from her window to keep her from bleeding out. "Nice shot, Cloud", Flutterheart said, pointing his gun at Fluttershy, "You're next". Fluttershy held Scootaloo in her grasp, knowing she was about to meet her end. But then, what Fluttershy thought was going to happen didn't. Instead of hearing a gunshot, she heard a sickening slice, followed by gagging. She looked up and saw the killers, on the floor, unconscious with knives in their necks. Angel was standing between them, breathing heavily. "That's why I'm Angel Bunny, bitch!", he said. "We need to get Scootaloo to a hospital!", Fluttershy said, before dashing out the window. ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo was in a room, while Fluttershy and Silver Spoon were waiting for one of them to come out. Flutterkind and Spitfire went back to Cloudsdale to turn the criminals in, and Angel was cleaning up any mess in the cottage the the criminals has left behind. Soon, Nurse Redheart came out, carrying a clipboard. Fluttershy instantly got up. "How is she, Nurse?!", Fluttershy said, desperate for an answer. "She was lucky to have survived", Nurse Redheart said, "The bullet was two inches from piercing her heart. Any closer and she would have been killed. She survived and is breathing well, but there are a few other side effects". "What are they?" "The bullet punctured one of her nerves controlling her bodily functions. She has become temporarily incontinent". "Temporarily? For how long?" "That we don't know. So much damage was done, we can't tell how long. It could be weeks, months, even years. She will need to wear diapers at all times until she can control herself". "Understood, Nurse". "OK, another thing. Once the bullet penetrated her, it traveled downward, puncturing the bottom of her spine. She's now paralyzed from the waist down". "Is it permanent?" "No. We were able to repair the damage. She'll only be paralyzed for a month or two". "Is there anything we can do?" "All we can do is wait, Sweetie. We don't know when she'll wake up. There's nothing we can do for her right now. If you like, you may go see her". Redheart opened the door, letting Fluttershy in. Silver Spoon just waited for Fluttershy to come out, because she could see Scootaloo at that point. She was feeling fuzzy inside. Scootaloo had just saved her life. She jumped in front of a bullet for her, almost killing herself. But, why? Fluttershy walked into the room, closing the door behind her. She saw Scootaloo, unconscious in the bed, with a huge bandage over her chest. The monitor was beeping at a normal pace, thankfully. Just seeing Scootaloo like that made her sad. She walked up to the filly and knelt down next to her. "Sweetie?", Fluttershy said, "I really hope you can hear me. Please don't leave. You're my only daughter. I love you. I'm sorry that I couldn't protect you! I... I can't even save you now!" Fluttershy started crying into her hooves. She felt like she failed. Soon, she heard whimpering and Scootaloo started shifting lightly in the bed. she was having a nightmare. Fluttershy grabbed her hoof and started singing "Hush Now, Quiet Now" softly in her ear. Scootaloo stopped shifting and relaxed. Fluttershy held Scootaloo's tiny hoof under her neck in a hugging manner. "Fluttershy?", Redheart said. Fluttershy looked at Redheart. "Yes, Nurse?", she said. "I'm sorry to tell you that you have to leave. Scootaloo needs to rest. You may come back tomorrow". Fluttershy looked at Scootaloo one last time. "I love you, Sweetie". She kissed Scootaloo's hoof and left the room. To be continued... Scootaloo Awakens/Silver Spoon's Confession/A Surprise Visit and PartyThree days later... Fluttershy was in the worst mood she could be in ever since Scootaloo was shot. Anger and depression were burned inside of her, and she could barely control it. She also spent a lot of time in her room, laying in bed with one of her stuffed animals, pretending it's Scootaloo. The only time she wold come out was too eat and to make breakfast, lunch, and dinner for Angel, and to use the bathroom. Fluttershy wasn't even in the mood to act like a foal, and that's saying something. Fluttershy also frequently visited the hospital, making sure Scootaloo was OK. Angel kept his distance from Fluttershy, not wanting to bother her. The only time he was in the same room with her was to eat. Silver Spoon was a frequent visitor to Fluttershy and Angel. Fluttershy was in the room with Scootaloo again, changing her diaper. Scootaloo was still unconscious, but was breathing fine and was still alive. Fluttershy finished changing Scootaloo, placed the hospital gown back over her, and washed her hooves. Then, she pulled up a chair and sat down next to the bed, holding Scootaloo's hoof in her own. Fluttershy wished Scootaloo would wake up sooner. It worried her that Scootaloo may never wake up again. The only time she was in control of her emotions was when she was next to Scootaloo. "Sweetie", Fluttershy whispered to Scootaloo, "Please wake up soon. It's been very lonely without you around. I really miss you". Fluttershy held Scootaloo's hoof under her neck again, feeling the warmth Scootaloo usually had. Scootaloo's hoof may have felt warm, but Fluttershy felt cold. Fluttershy really wanted to hold Scootaloo in her lap again, but now, she couldn't. Now Scootaloo was laying in a hospital bed, paralyzed and incontinent, with a hole in her chest. Fluttershy kissed Scootaloo's hoof and left the room. ~~~~~~~~~~ Four hours later, Fluttershy returned to the room, this time carrying a bouquet of flowers for Scootaloo. Once she walked in, she saw Scootaloo's head turn toward her, her eyes slightly open. "M... Mommy?", Scootaloo said, her voice sounding very weak. Fluttershy's eyes went big. "Scootaloo?!", Fluttershy said. Fluttershy went over to to the bed. Sure enough, Scootaloo had just woken up. "Oh, thank Celestia you're OK!" Fluttershy gave Scootaloo a quick nuzzle. "Mommy...", Scootaloo said, "I can't feel anything down there. I can't move". "Oh", Fluttershy said, "Well... the nurse said that you were paralyzed from the waist down. You won't be able to walk or move anything down there for a few weeks". Scootaloo then noticed the diaper on her flank. "Does that mean I can't control when I need to go to the bathroom?" "Sadly, yes it does". "Oh... at least I can still... move my hooves". "Yes". Fluttershy placed the flowers on Scootaloo's bandaged chest. "I bought these for you. Hope you like them". Scootaloo grabbed the flowers and held them close to her neck. "Thanks. I love them". Scootaloo then felt a sharp pressure in her bladder. She tried to hold it, but in her current state, it was hopeless. She soon felt her diaper becoming wet and heavy. "Umm... Mommy?" "Yes, Sweetie?" "I peed myself". Fluttershy checked Scootaloo's diaper. "Indeed you did". Fluttershy changed Scootaloo's diaper and covered her back up with the sheet. "Thank you", Scootaloo said, pulling Fluttershy down to her and hugging her. Fluttershy smiled as she gently hugged Scootaloo back. "You're very welcome, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, giving Scootaloo a small peck on her muzzle. At that point, Nurse Redheart came into the room, carrying her clipboard. "Good morning Fluttershy, Scootaloo", she said. "Morning, Nurse", Scootaloo said. "I should fill you in about your current state", Redheart said, "When you were shot, you became incontinent and paralyzed. You'll only be paralyzed for a month or two, but we don't know when your incontinence will end". "Oh..." "However, you won't have to lay there for a long time. Only for a few days minimum. Fluttershy has rented a wheelchair for you and once you're ready to be checked out, we'll let you use it". Scootaloo nodded. "Yes, Nurse". "OK. Fluttershy, Scootaloo needs her rest. You may come back tomorrow". "Yes, Nurse". Fluttershy looked at Scootaloo. "I'll see you tomorrow, Sweetie". Fluttershy kissed Scootaloo's muzzle again. "I love you". "I love you too, Mommy". Scootaloo kissed Fluttershy's cheek and Fluttershy left the room. Scootaloo hugged the flowers on her chest and sighed. "Would you like something to do?", Nurse Redheart asked Scootaloo. Scootaloo thought about it, then smiled. "Do you have any Daring Do books?" ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo was reading "Daring Do and the Ring of Destiny", when a knock at the door rang out. "Come in", Scootaloo said. The door opened and Scootaloo was surprised who it was: Rainbow Dash. "Rainbow Dash?", Scootaloo said. "What's up, Squirt?", Rainbow Dash said. "What are you doing here?" "Just here to see if you were OK". Rainbow Dash then noticed the book in Scootaloo's hooves. "Hey, you're reading the best book in the Daring Do series!" "Is it the best because you're in it?" "You know it! I still can't believe that A.K. Yearling is Daring Do, and I was right there next to her! So, I heard about what happened to you. You seem pretty banged up. So to help you get through this, I got you a little something". Rainbow Dash set a huge bag of assorted candy on the nightstand next to Scootaloo. "Thanks, Rainbow Dash". "No problem, Squirt. So, how was your first time in Cloudsdale?" "It was awesome! I got to see the Weather Creation room, and I got to meet Spitfire!" "She's awesome, isn't she?" "Yeah! She gave me front row tickets to the Wonderbolt's Fliers Competition!" "You're gonna like that. I went as a filly and I had the time of my life. Well, I gotta go. Applejack is giving away free cider, and I gotta get there before Pinkie Pie drinks it all". "OK. See ya, Rainbow Dash!" "Later, Squirt". Rainbow Dash flew out of the room, while Scootaloo started eating her candy. ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo finished the book and half of her candy. After having a big plate of hay fries, another knock at her door rang out. "Come in", Scootaloo said. The door opened and Silver Spoon walked in. Scootaloo smiled. "Hey, Silver Spoon". "H-hey, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said. "You OK? You sound weird". "Yeah, I'm fine. I'm just still a little scarred from that sleepover". "Oh... well, that's over". "Yeah". Silver Spoon rubbed the back of her mane. She was nervous. "Silver Spoon, are you sure you're OK?" "I'm fine, Scootaloo!" "OK OK! Just asking. So, wan't some candy?" Scootaloo pointed to the bag of candy next to her. "No thanks. I just ate". "So, why are you here?" "J-just want to see you. To see if you were OK. I heard what happened to you and that you were awake, so I came here to see you". Trying to say those words were so hard to Silver Spoon, as something was dreading her inside. "Silver Spoon, something's eating you, isn't it?" "No. I'm fine". Scootaloo raised her eyebrows, making Silver Spoon confess. "Yes. Yes there is". "What is it?" "I... I can't tell you. It's too embarrassing. You'd call me a creep!" "Silver Spoon, like you said, I'm your friend. You can tell me anything. You didn't make fun of me when I told you I was a bed-wetter". "But this is a whole lot more different! I-!" Scootaloo put a miniature candy bar inside of Silver Spoon's mouth before she could finish. "Just tell me. I won't mind". Silver Spoon swallowed and sighed. "Fine! Scootaloo, I love you!", Silver Spoon finally said. Scootaloo was surprised. Did she just say that? "What did you say?" "I... I love you... Scootaloo". Silver Spoon was able to get that out, but couldn't even look at Scootaloo at that point. It took Scootaloo a while to take that in. "What do you mean you love me? You mean as a friend?" "No. I'm in love with you". Each word made Silver Spoon want to run out of the room even more. Scootaloo was surprisingly taking all of this, but it was hard. "Why?" "Because... because... wh-when you saved my life, I began to develop feelings for you. I don't know why, but it just happened. You saved my life from a sniper. Nopony else, except my parents, would have done that. Diamond Tiara wouldn't have did that, and I don't know if Applebloom or Sweetie Belle would have. You are the best friend I've ever had, and I love you!" Silver Spoon had to cross her hind legs to keep herself from running out of the room. Saying all of that felt like she were the one who was shot with that sniper gun. "Silver Spoon...", Scootaloo said, "Is that really true?" "Very", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo didn't know what to say. She heard every word, and only one thing was in her mind. "Silver Spoon, come here", Scootaloo said. "Why?", Silver Spoon said, still not even wanting to look at Scootaloo. "Just... come here", Scootaloo said again. Silver Spoon peeked at Scootaloo. She didn't see an angry or mad facial expression, so she decided to walk up to Scootaloo. Once she got close to Scootaloo, she tightened up her face, embracing herself for the slap she was going to get for Scootaloo. She finally reached Scootaloo, her face still tightened. But then, she felt her head being pulled down, followed by something pressing against her lips. She opened her eyes and saw her muzzle pressed against Scootaloo's. Silver Spoon was as surprised as she could be. Scootaloo, the filly she was in love with, was kissing her, on her lips. Scootaloo let go of Silver Spoon, who was seriously zoned out. "I love you too, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, running her hoof down Silver Spoon's mane from the front of her head to the ends of her braids, "That's why I saved you. Ever since I first saw you, I fell in love with you. But at the time, you were my bully, and I couldn't tell you how I felt. But now, as I look into your big purple eyes, I can see you and me, together". Silver Spoon only removed her glasses and hugged Scootaloo, burying her face in her coat, crying softly. "I love you, Scootaloo", she said, wiping her muzzle on Scootaloo's coat. "I love you too, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, petting Silver Spoon's mane. The two continued to hug for a while. The two were in love, even though the history between the two were unusual. They loved each other. But then, Scootaloo could smell something very foul, and felt the back of her diaper become warm and bulgy. Scootaloo blushed as she knew she needed a change. But, the only pony in the room with her was Silver Spoon, so she decided to ask her. "Uh... Silver Spoon?", she said. "Yes, Scootaloo?", Silver Spoon said. "Just so you're not alarmed, I'm a bit messy here". "Messy? You mean...?" Silver Spoon pointed to Scootaloo's diaper. "Yeah... and I was wondering if you could..." Scootaloo finished her sentence in a very low voice. "... change me". "You want me to change you? But, you have things to keep private down there". "I don't care. I'd rather expose what I have down there while getting changed than get a diaper rash". Silver Spoon rubbed the back of her mane nervously. "Are you sure you want me to change you? Because I've never changed a messy diaper before". "It's just like changing a wet one, just a bit harder and smellier, trust me". "Well... OK, I'll do it, but you have to promise me that you won't tell anypony else!" "I promise. Cross my heart and hope to fly, stick a cupcake in my eye". Scootaloo used her hoof to imitate the moves of Pinkie's signature promise. "OK". Silver Spoon moved to the end of the bed and moved the sheet back, exposing Scootaloo's messy diaper. She untaped it, but before she could open it, Scootaloo stopped her. "I just want to warn you", she said, "I just ate some hay fries, so it may smell pretty bad". "That's OK", Silver Spoon said, "I think I'll live". Silver Spoon took a deep breath, exhaled, and opened the diaper, seeing and smelling the mess. She gagged a bit at the smell and sight. "Oh, Celestia! That smells seriously rank!" "I warned you", Scootaloo said, chuckling a bit. Silver Spoon chuckled as well. "OK, Stinkaloo", Silver Spoon said, "Hold still so I can get you cleaned up". Scootaloo chuckled at the name "Stinkaloo". Silver Spoon finished changing Scootaloo and recovered her up with the sheet. Scootaloo had to admit, Silver Spoon did a pretty good job. Even thought she couldn't feel the diaper, she knew it was on tightly and comfortably. Silver Spoon threw the soiled diaper in the trash and washed her hooves twice, just in case. "Thanks, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said. "No problem, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said, "You know you owe me for that, right?" "What do you want?" "The rest of your candy". Silver Spoon pointed to the half-full bag of candy on the stand next to Scootaloo. "Well, some of it has peanuts, and since you have food allergies, I don't think you should eat it". "Oh, never mind then. I'll think of something else. So, I should go before my parents find out that I left without permission. See you tomorrow". "You too". The fillies kissed again and Silver Spoon went back home. ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo finished her candy and took a short nap. A few hours later, there was another knock at the door. "Come in", Scootaloo said. The door was opened by a familiar golden aura , and who was standing in the door frame surprised Scootaloo to her core. "P.... Princess Celestia?!", Scootaloo said. "You were expecting Luna?", Celestia said, chuckling lightly. Scootaloo would've bowed in front of Celestia, if she could stand. "Princess", Scootaloo said, "What are you doing here?" "I'm here to see you, of course", Celestia said, smiling, "What else?" "But... why? How?" "Well, Fluttershy told Twilight Sparkle, and as you know, Twilight is my student, and once she told me what happened, I had to see if you were OK. Since Luna has visited you in one of your dreams, I knew you would like to see me". "But... why would you want to see me after I nearly killed myself?" "Sweetie, even if you would've passed on, that wouldn't be killing yourself, that would be sacrificing your life to save another pony, as Twilight has almost done several times". "I... I just can't believe that your standing right next to me. The ruler of Equestria... in the same room with me". Celestia chuckled. "That's usually everypony's reaction when I meet them face-to-face, as does Luna". "Wow". "So, how are you feeling?" "Fine, even thought I'm paralyzed and incontinent". "Well, as long as you're OK, you'll get through it. Anyway, there's something I have to tell you". "What is it, Princess?" "You're the only filly that I've known that has saved a life, and for that, I'm going to reward you". "With what... your highness?" "Once Fluttershy thinks you're ready, I'm granting you two full weeks of living in the Castle in Canterlot". Scootaloo was seriously surprised. "In the Castle?! Really?!" "Yes. You, Luna and I, and if you like, you can bring a maximum of four friends". "I... I don't even know what to say. I'm so surprised". Scootaloo could feel her diaper becoming wet from the surprise, but she ignored it. "Well, you don't have to say anything, because I know what you're going to say next. You're welcome". Scootaloo smiled. Just the thought about getting to be in the Castle made her excited. "Anyway, until then, take these as a get well gift". Celestia placed a large bouquet of Sunflowers on Scootaloo's bandaged chest to join Fluttershy's flowers, and a large heart-shaped box of assorted chocolates on the stand next to Scootaloo. Scootaloo was surprised as she could be. First, Celestia comes to see her, then invites her to live in the Castle, and now she's giving her gifts. "Thank you, Princess Celestia!", Scootaloo said. Celestia smiled. "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Celestia said, "And, you don't have to use my title anymore. Just call me Celestia". "OK, Prin... Celestia", Scootaloo said, having trouble skipping her title. "So, I still have a few hours before I need to return. Would you like me to stay until then?" "Would I?!" Celestia sat down in the chair next to Scootaloo. "So, there's something I've been dying to ask you". "What is it?" "How did you get your cutie mark?" Celestia smiled. "Well..." ~~~~~~~~~~ 2000+ years ago, 6:00 AM... Celestia was in her room, watching her baby sister, Luna while she slept in her crib, when her mother, Queen Solaria came in. "Celly?", she said, smiling, "There's something I need to tell you". "What is it, Mother?", Celestia said. "I'm passing off my job of controlling the Sun to you". Celestia was very surprised. "Really?!" "Yes", Solaria said, "I think it's time for you to learn". Celestia ran toward her mother and hugged her tight. "Thank you!" "You're welcome, Sweetie". At that point, Luna started crying. "What's wrong with Luna?" Celestia walked over to her baby sister, a foul smell passing by her muzzle. "She needs to be changed", Celestia said. "Well, change her, and then meet me outside". Celestia nodded and changed Luna. After changing Luna and rocking her back to sleep, Celestia went outside to the front yard of Canterlot Castle. It was dark, but she could see her mother's beautiful fire-orange aura, providing light for the two. Solaria looked at Celestia and smiled. "Well, are you ready?", she said. Celestia smiled wide and nodded. "OK. Now, all you have to do is fly upward, while at the same time using your magic to control the Sun's rays. You have to fly twenty hooves into the air for the Sun to be completely raised, or it won't be able to give off its heat. Try it". Celestia's horn lit up, focusing on the hot rays of the Sun, and tried to fly upward, but couldn't move. Celestia looked at her mother with a confused look. "Oh, when you're trying to control the Sun, gravity becomes very effective, weighing you down. You have to keep flying, no matter what, and you'll get used to it". Celestia nodded and tried again and again, not being able to move. Celestia released her magic and sat down on the grass, crying into her hooves. Solaria went over to her daughter and hugged her. "Sweetie", she said, "I know it's hard. I had trouble on the first time I tried to control the Sun". "But it's too hard!", Celestia said, "I can't even lift an inch off of the ground! How am I supposed to fly twenty hooves off of the ground to raise the Sun if I can't even fly one?!" "Calm down, Celestia", Solaria said, "Look at me". Celestia looked right into her mother's orange eyes. "Now, I know it's hard, but you'll get used to it. All you have to do is not stop at all, and once you start lifting, keep going". Celestia wiped her muzzle on Solaria's coat before standing up again. "Understood, Mother", she said. "Good. Now, give it another try". Solaria stood next to Celestia as she tried again. Celestia's horn lit up again, and her eyes clenched shut. She could feel the Sun's heat in her pink mane as she tried again. Soon, Celestia felt heat all over herself. She opened her eyes to see the Sun high in the sky, and herself twenty hooves off of the ground. "I did it!", Celestia screamed from the top of her lungs, very proud of herself. She flew back down to the ground, landing on her mother's back. "Mother, I did it!" "What?", Solaria said, joking with her daughter, "I wasn't looking". "Mother~~~~!", Celestia whined. "I'm just joking, Sweetie". "So you can see the Sun?" "Which one? The one in the sky or the one on your flank?" "The one in the sky! I don't... have..." Celestia looked at her flank, seeing a big Celestial Sun. "My... my cutie mark! My special talent is raising the Sun!" She started hopping around in circles around her mother, chanting "Yes!" Solaria smiled and grabbed her daughter with her magic and levitated her onto her back. "I'm proud of you, Sweetie", Solaria said, licking Celestia's cheek. "Thank you, Mother", Celestia said, nuzzling her mother. "OK, let's go back inside. Breakfast is going to be served shortly". Solaria started walking back to the Castle, Celestia on her back. "Mother?", Celestia said. "Yes, Sweetie?", Solaria said. "Who's going to control the Moon?" "Your father is until Luna is old enough". "Then he's going to teach her?" "Yes. But, if your father and I happen to... pass on before then, you'll be in charge of teaching her". "OK". "Promise?" "I promise. Cross my heart and hope to fly, to the Sun up in the sky". After using her mother's signature promise, the two alicorns went inside for breakfast. ~~~~~~~~~~ "... and that's how I got my cutie mark", Celestia said, rubbing her cutie mark. Scootaloo enjoyed every moment of the story, while hugging the Sunflowers Celestia gave her. "Wow", she said, "That must have been cool!" "It was. I can still remember that time". "So, did your dad teach Luna how to raise the Moon?" "No, Sweetie. Mother and Father passed after a battle with griffons, so I taught her". "There was a battle?" "Yes. During that time, griffons and ponies were enemies, and there was a war between them. Ponies had victory, but the griffons killed my parents". "Oh... I'm sorry". "Don't be. It's OK. So, anything else you want to ask me?" Scootaloo smiled. Scootaloo asked Celestia question after question, while getting good answers. After two hours, Celestia had to leave. "OK, Scootaloo", she said, "I have to go now". Scootaloo looked down with a sad look. "OK", Scootaloo said. Then, she held her hooves out to Celestia, wanting a hug. Celestia smiled and hugged Scootaloo for about a minute. Then, she gave Scootaloo a small kiss on her cheek, making Scootaloo blush. "I'll see you soon", Celestia said. "You too". Scootaloo waved goodbye at Celestia as she left the room, closing the door behind her. Scootaloo smiled and began eating her chocolates. "I don't think I'll ever wash this cheek again". Scootaloo rubbed the cheek Celestia kissed. ~~~~~~~~~~ One week later... Scootaloo was paid visit after visit from many ponies and friends, while also receiving gifts from them. Scootaloo had a tiny pile of different flowers on her chest(Fluttershy/Celestia/Rarity/Silver Spoon/Sweetie Belle), several candies(Rainbow Dash/Celestia/Angel), Wonderbolts action figures(Spitfire/Soarin), a few books(Twilight), a large box of assorted cookies(Pinkie), and several cards with bits(All of the above and more). Scootaloo was playing with her action figures with Fluttershy when Nurse Redheart come in. "Good morning, Scootaloo, Fluttershy", she said. "Morning, Nurse", Scootaloo said, as did Fluttershy. "Good news", Redheart said, "We've just been told that you're able to be checked out of the hospital". "Really?!". Scootaloo said, happy. "Yes. All I have to do is finish the paperwork and you'll be able to go home". "That's great", Fluttershy said. "OK. Give me about five minutes and I'll be back with your wheelchair". Nurse Redheart left the room while Fluttershy and Scootaloo talked. "I take it that you're ready to come home", Fluttershy said. "You know it, Mommy!", Scootaloo said, "I've been lying here forever, and I finally get to leave!" "Yes. Now, I need to tell you that you're still incontinent, and you could have an accident in public, even at school". "Oh... right". "I've already let Cherilee know, and she said if any of her students are caught teasing you or making fun of you, they'll be suspended". Scootaloo smiled. "Cool". "I'm really glad you're coming home". "Me too". Scootaloo hugged her mother. Fluttershy bagged Scootaloo's gifts, but let her hold the flowers, afraid to kill them. At that point, Nurse Redheart came back with a wheelchair. "Here you go", she said, "Good luck making it home". She left the room. Scootaloo smiled and held her hooves out to Fluttershy. Fluttershy lifted Scootaloo out of the bed and very carefully sat her in the chair. Scootaloo began to shiver a bit, being deprived of the heat the hospital sheets gave her. Fluttershy could see this, she she took the sheet and placed it over Scootaloo. Scootaloo sighed as the warmth came back. "Thank you, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "No problem, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "Now, let's go home". Scootaloo held her flowers close to her as Fluttershy wheeled Scootaloo out of the hospital. Luckily for her, a taxi carriage rode by. "Taxi!" The carriage stopped, letting the two in. There was just enough space for her and the wheelchair. "Where to, Miss?", the carriage puller said. "The cottage at the end of the dirt path, please". The puller nodded and pulled the two to Fluttershy's Cottage. ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, the two Pegasi reached the cottage. Fluttershy paid the puller and slowly wheeled Scootaloo out of the carriage. After they got out, the carriage left. Fluttershy wheeled Scootaloo up the ramp to the house she had installed and used the key underneath the mat to unlock it. The two walked in and saw nothing but darkness. "Let me find the light", Fluttershy said. Then, a light flashed on and the two heard multiple ponies saying "Surprise!" Scootaloo saw Twilight, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, Rarity, Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, Silver Spoon, Flutterkind, Spitfire, Soarin, and Angel. Party supplies were everywhere, a snack table carrying multiple snacks, and there was a banner hanging from the ceiling that said "Welcome home, Scootaloo!". Scootaloo smiled. They were having a party, for her. After getting congratulated by everyone else, Scootaloo wheeled herself over to the snack table and started stuffing her face. A few hours later, the party ended and the guests went home. Scootaloo had a good time, and even got presents from the guests, mostly flowers, but she still liked them. After Fluttershy placed Scootaloo's huge supply of flowers in a vase, Scootaloo began to get sleepy. "Looks like you're getting tired", Fluttershy said, cooing at Scootaloo. Scootaloo smiled and nodded, wanting to go to sleep. Fluttershy carried Scootaloo upstairs and laid her on the bed. After changing Scootaloo's messy diaper, Fluttershy laid down next to her and covered Scootaloo and herself up. Scootaloo yawned loudly as she cuddled her mother. "Goodnight, Mommy", Scootaloo said, burying her face in Fluttershy's coat, "I love you". "Goodnight, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "I love you too". Back to School... Again/Dinner with the SpoonsScootaloo woke up really early the next morning. She looked over at the clock. 4:00 AM. Scootaloo tried to go back to sleep, but couldn't. She was wide awake, in a dark room. Scootaloo reached out her hoof for her mother, but only felt a pillow. "Mommy?", Scootaloo said. "I'm down here, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "You had an accident last night". Scootaloo smiled as she knew Fluttershy was changing her. Soon, Fluttershy had finished and laid down next to Scootaloo, turning on the lamp next to her. Scootaloo was glad she could see and cuddled her mother. Fluttershy cuddled her back and rubbed her mane. "Good morning, Sweetie". "Morning, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "You're up early. Did you have a nightmare?" "No. I just can't go back to sleep. I think I ate too much cake last night". "Maybe so. Well, did you sleep good?" "Mm-hmm". "So, you know you have school today, right?" "*sigh* Yes". "I really wish I could keep you home, but if I do, Cherilee will have no choice but to suspend you". "Yeah yeah. I know". "But remember what she said: if anypony teases you, tell her and they will be suspended". "That doesn't really help anything, because I know that at least one note about me will passed, and Diamond Tiara will do something to make me mad". "Sweetie, you know how bad Cherilee hates note-passing, and she'll see it". "I hope so". "So, Silver Spoon told me that you kissed her". Scootaloo was very surprised. "She did what?!" "She told me that you kissed her. Did you?" "I... I..." "Tell the truth, Sweetie". "Yes! Yes I did! I'm sorry!" Scootaloo buried her face in Fluttershy's coat, crying loudly, very scared of what she was going to do. Fluttershy pulled Scootaloo closer to her and cuddled her. "Sweetie, what do you have to be sorry about?" "I kissed another pony underage! And it was a filly!" "Well, that's lovely". Scootaloo looked at Fluttershy, her eyes pouring tears. Fluttershy wasn't even mad. She was smiling. "Y... you're not mad?" "Why would I be? Most ponies have love for others that won't make a normal relationship. I'm in love with a bunny who's older than me, so why should I be mad at you if you're in love with a filly your age?" "Because... I..." "Shh... I'm not mad at you for any reason. I'm happy for you. If you're in love with Silver Spoon, so be it. I'm not going to forbid you from loving her". Scootaloo hugged Fluttershy as tight as she could. "Thank you, Mommy", Scootaloo said, wiping her muzzle on Fluttershy's coat. Fluttershy smiled as she kissed the top of Scootaloo's head. "No problem, Sweetie", Fluttershy said. ~~~~~~~~~~ A few hours later, Scootaloo and Fluttershy were having breakfast. Scootaloo was eating her breakfast on the special table that attached to the wheelchair, while Fluttershy was sitting at the table, right next to Scootaloo. "So, Mommy?", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Sweetie?", Fluttershy said. "How am I going to get to school? There's a lot of hills on the way". "Don't worry. I called Mrs. Spoon and she's going to send Silver Spoon over here to help you get there". "Alright". After finishing their breakfast, the two Pegasi went back upstairs. Fluttershy brushed Scootaloo's teeth for her and gave her a quick change before going back into the living room. She then gave Scootaloo her saddlebag and her lunch bag. "I packed a small changing sheet and a few spare diapers just in case", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo nodded. Fluttershy took the hospital sheet off of Scootaloo and replaced it with a small, pink blanket with sleeves so she could write and eat without taking off the blanket "OK. Silver Spoon should be here in..." She was cut off when the doorbell rang. "Right now". Fluttershy opened the door and sure enough, Silver Spoon was there, smiling. "Good morning, Silver Spoon". "Morning, Fluttershy!", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo wheeled herself to the door, carrying her saddlebag and lunch. "I'm ready, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy smiled. "I'll see you after school, Sweetie", she said, kissing Scootaloo's muzzle, "I love you". "I love you too, Mommy", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy closed the door as Silver Spoon started wheeling Scootaloo to school. While getting to the schoolhouse, the two fillies talked to each other. "Silver Spoon?", Scootaloo said. "Yeah, Scoots?", Silver Spoon said. "Why'd you tell Mommy that I kissed you?" "Oh... well, it was making me feel very weird that neither of our parents knew that we kissed, so I told my parents and Fluttershy. They said they were happy for me. What did Fluttershy say?" "She said the same thing. It's just a little disappointing that you told Mommy without letting me know". "I was going to at the party last night, but you were having such a good time, I didn't want to ruin your mood, especially since the party was for you. Sorry". "That's OK". ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, the fillies got to the schoolhouse. Scootaloo could hear talking inside, about her. "Alright, my little ponies", Cherilee said, "Scootaloo is returning today, and she's a bit disabled from an accident. Please treat her like you would want to be treated". Cherilee looked at Diamond Tiara the whole time she said that last sentence. "If anypony is caught teasing Scootaloo or passing notes, they will receive automatic suspension for two weeks. Understood?" "Yes, Ms. Cherilee", her students said. Silver Spoon wheeled Scootaloo inside. Every pony in her class was cheering happily, while Diamond Tiara was just clapping her hooves very slowly. "Welcome back, Scootaloo", Cherilee said, walking to the back of the class to Scootaloo. "Silver Spoon, please take your seat". "Yes, Ms. Cherilee", Silver Spoon said, before sitting in the seat of her group. Cherilee looked at Scootaloo again. "Now, Scootaloo", Cherilee whispered to her, "Fluttershy told me about your incontinence. If you need a change, just raise your hoof and I'll take care of that in the back, OK?" Scootaloo nodded. "And remember, if anypony is teasing you or you see a note being passed, tell me, even at lunch". Scootaloo nodded again. "And last, she told me that do get sleepy quick because of the medicine they gave you to heal your wound. I won't punish you for sleeping, but try to stay awake, OK?". Scootaloo nodded again before wheeling herself over to her group, while Cherilee went into the bathroom. "Hi, Scootaloo", Applebloom said. "Hi, Scootaloo", Sweetie Belle said also. "Hey", Scootaloo said. The fillies kept talking until Cherilee came back out. "Quiet down, please", she said. Her class did. "Now, did anypony bring their cards?" "Cards?", Scootaloo asked, "For what?" Cherilee smiled. "For you, of course", she said, "I had the class write you welcome back cards". Scootaloo smiled again as the class placed their cards on the wheelchair's table in front of Scootaloo. But what surprised Scootaloo the most is the last card she got was from Diamond Tiara, who smiled as she went back to her seat. Scootaloo began looking at each card, liking each one. Once she came across Diamond Tiara's card, she reluctantly opened it, expecting something negative. But instead, it just said "Welcome Back, Scootaloo", along with a check for fifty bits. Scootaloo raised her eyebrow. Why would Diamond Tiara give her money? She hated her. Scootaloo looked back at Diamond Tiara, who only smiled. Scootaloo just shook the thought out of her head and concentrated on Cherilee. "Now, we'll start with math today", Cherilee said. Scootaloo smiled. Math was by far her favorite subject, because she was so good at it. Today was square roots and prime factorization. While doing her work, and helping Silver Spoon, Scootaloo was still confused about the card. There was no way Diamond Tiara would just fork over fifty bits just to be nice. She was never nice, not even to Silver Spoon when they were together. Not even when she was the president of the "Foal Free Press" and blackmailed the Crusaders to find embarrassing things about the ponies of Ponyville with embarrassing pictures of them. Scootaloo knew there was something she wanted, and was using gifts to get it. Soon, lunchtime came and the students all went out to eat. Silver Spoon wheeled Scootaloo into their group and started eating. But then, Diamond Tiara came and sat down, making the rest look at her sternly. "What do you want?", Silver Spoon said, "Are you here to make fun of Scootaloo?" "No", Diamond Tiara said, "I actually came to see Scootaloo". "You hate me, remember?", Scootaloo said, "And I'm surprised that you haven't said anything yet. Plus, I'm still confused that you of all ponies would give me money". "Why?", Diamond Tiara said, "Can't a friend give a friend a welcome back gift?" "You're not my friend, Tiara", Scootaloo said, "You're my bully. You've blackmailed me, you've made fun of my Blank Flank and my inability to fly, and you've called me a chicken. So if you think I'm going to be your friend, you must be under a spell from Discord, so what do you really want?" Diamond Tiara sighed, knowing she was caught. "I heard Silver Spoon talking about Princess Celestia inviting you to the Castle for two weeks, and you can bring four friends. I'm sure you already have three chosen, so I want to be the fourth one". "No way. I'm only inviting friends, not bullies. I know for a fact that if I do invite you, you're just gonna go back to the usual afterwards". "No I won't. I'll be nice to you". "You could be as kind as my mom, and I still wouldn't invite you". "Well.... well, fine! So be it! You're not invited to my Cutescenara this weekend!" "Hmph... that's a big loss. I didn't even like the last one". Diamond Tiara growled loudly. "Gimme back my check!" "You can't have it back", Silver Spoon said, jumping in, "It's her gift, remember?" Diamond Tiara growled loudly again. "I'll get you for that, Scootaloo!" She stomped off as Scootaloo smiled. "The only thing your going to get is a lame Cutescenara", Scootaloo said, making the other's laugh. "So, Scootaloo", Applebloom said, "Who are ya invitin'?" "Do you really have to ask?", Scootaloo said, "You, Sweetie Belle, and Silver Spoon". "We know that", Sweetie Belle said, "We mean the fourth". "Oh, right. Well, I don't know. I want to invite someone from the class, but I'm afraid that one of their friends might get upset". "Well", Silver Spoon said, "Just take them out. Like, Snips and Snails are friends, so don't invite either of them". "OK. And... Pipsqueak and Featherweight are out, Twist and Teacher's Pet are out, and, of course, Diamond Tiara is out, so that leaves one". "Who is it?", Applebloom said. "Dinky Hooves", Scootaloo said, pointing to Dinky over by the swing-set. "Well, why don't you invite her?", Silver Spoon said. "I don't see why I shouldn't. OK". Scootaloo turned toward Dinky. "Hey, Dinky!" Dinky looked at Scootaloo. "Yeah?", she said. "C'mere", Scootaloo said. Dinky walked over to the table. "While I was in the hospital, Princess Celestia visited me and told me that I could stay in the Castle for two weeks and bring four friends. I already have three, but I need a forth". "Are you asking me what I think you're asking me?", Dinky asked, getting a little excited. "Yep. You wanna come?" Scootaloo knew what the answer was, as she could see the excitement in her eyes. "Of course I'll come! I've always wanted to see what the inside of the Castle looks like!" "Well, whenever it's time, I'll let you know, OK?" "OK! Thanks, Scootaloo!" "No prob, Dinky", Scootaloo said. Dinky smiled and walked off, while the fillies finished their lunch. After finishing her lunch, Scootaloo could feel her diaper becoming warm in the front and back, and could smell something. "Umm... I'll be right back". She wheeled herself inside. Cherilee was sitting at her desk, grading papers and having a small salad. Cherilee looked at Scootaloo. "Yes?", she asked. "I need a change", Scootaloo said. "OK. Follow me". Cherilee walked into the teacher's bathroom, Scootaloo following. Soon, Cherilee finished changing Scootaloo and washed her hooves. "Thanks, Ms. Cherilee", Scootaloo said. Cherilee smiled. "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Cherilee said, wheeling Scootaloo back into the classroom. "So, I was grading the tests, and you and Silver Spoon made the two highest grades". "We did?", Scootaloo said. Cherilee nodded and showed Scootaloo her and Silver Spoon's paper. Scootaloo had made an A+, and Silver Spoon had made an A. "Cool". "And you know, today's Monday", Cherilee said, "Do you remember what the reward is for the two students that get the highest grades?" Scootaloo smiled. "Laptop access?", Scootaloo said. "Yes. I'm going to allow you and Silver Spoon to get on a laptop for the rest of the day. You may do anything you want". "Rest of the day? I thought it was only for two hours". "Think of it as my welcome back gift to you". Scootaloo smiled as Cherilee hugged her gently. "Thank you, Ms. Cherilee". "You're welcome, Scootaloo". ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were sitting in their group, playing on the laptops, having a good time. Every once in a while, a jealous face would look their way, but they didn't care. They were too distracted by the laptops. However, what broke Scootaloo out of her good time is when a paper airplane hit her in the head and then fell on the floor. Scootaloo picked it up from the floor and opened it. Scootaloo saw a picture of a filly, sitting in a wheelchair and wearing a diaper, suckling on a pacifier, with visible stink lines drawn behind it. Above it said "Baby Blank Flank!" Scootaloo was enraged as she banged her hoof on her table, alerting Cherilee. "What's going on?", Cherilee said. Scootaloo instantly raised her hoof, attracting Cherilee's attention. "Yes, Scootaloo?" "Someone drew this picture to make fun of me!", Scootaloo said, giving the paper to Cherilee. She looked at the paper and sighed. She severely hated note-passing, especially if it was about another student. "Who drew this?!", Cherilee said sternly. Every other pony in the class didn't say or do anything, which made Cherilee a bit more enraged. "Fine. Until I get an answer for who's responsible for this drawing, no one is allowed to leave their seat for any reason". "But, Ms. Cherilee!", Dinky said from the back, squirming a little, "I really have to tinkle!" "Well, I'm sorry, Dinky", Cherilee said, "But you'll just have to hold it until somebody says something". For the first twenty minutes, no one said anything, and staying in their seats weren't affecting them much, especially not Scootaloo or Silver Spoon, who were still playing on their laptops. Cherilee continued to teach, still remembering about her rule. The students kept taking notes, still in their seats. But in the back, Dinky was having a hard time. Her full, overflowing bladder kept screaming for release. She kept trying to ask Cherilee if she could go, but she would say no every time. Dinky knew who was responsible for the picture, but was being blackmailed with the accident her mother, Derpy Hooves, accidentally committed. Derpy caused the "Yellow Rain" in Ponyville, by leaving a certain yellow liquid on a cloud that she didn't know was supposed to be used for a storm. But, the contaminated water from the cloud touched the other ones, causing the other clouds to become yellow. You finish the puzzle. No one in the class, but one, knew who caused the accident, and the one who knew was using it against her to not tell. Dinky could feel herself start to leak as she was losing control very quickly. Dinky couldn't take it anymore, so she decided to tell. "Ms. Cherilee!", Dinky said, her voice a little strained. Cherilee looked at Dinky for the seventh time. "Dinky", Cherilee said, "I said nopony was leaving their seat until-" "Diamond Tiara drew the picture!", Dinky finally said. The whole class looked at Diamond Tiara,who started nervously sweating. Cherilee walked over to Diamond Tiara, a stern look burned into her face. "Is this true, Diamond Tiara?", Cherilee said. Diamond Tiara knew there was no use trying to fib. "Yes I did", Diamond Tiara said, "But, I only did it because Scootaloo didn't invite me to go to Canterlot with her!" "And why is that an excuse for making fun of her?", Cherilee said, getting annoyed. "Because she get's to be inside the Castle with the princesses! Princess Celestia invited her!" "That's not an excuse. If Scootaloo doesn't want to invite you, she doesn't have to. I'm suspending you for two weeks because of making fun of a disabled student. And I will be speaking to Filthy Rich about this". "No! Please don't tell Dad! He'll take my tiara!" "You should have thought of that before you drew that picture. I want you out of my class now!" Cherilee's voice was stern. Diamond Tiara got up from her seat and stormed out the door, enraged to her boiling point, while Dinky ran into the bathroom, almost leaving a trail behind her. After that situation, it was time to go. The class all left, while Scootaloo reached down her her saddlebag, but felt something hair-like. She looked down and saw one of her classmates, Peppermint Twist, who had accidentally tripped over Scootaloo's saddlebag. "Sorry, Scootaloo", she said, standing back up. "That's OK, Twist", Scootaloo said, grabbing her saddlebag off of the floor. Twist smiled and walked away. "So, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said to Scootaloo. "I was thinking. Why don't you come over to my house today? My parents want to see you". "They said that?", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon leaned in and whispered to Scootaloo. "They said they wanted to meet my 'fillyfriend'", Silver Spoon said. "Well, let me ask Mommy, first", Scootaloo said, before wheeling herself over to Cherilee. "Ms. Cherilee?" "Yes, Scootaloo?", Cherilee said. "May I use your phone for a few minutes?", Scootaloo said, "I need to call my mommy". Cherilee smiled as she pushed the classroom phone to the end of her desk. "Go ahead", Cherilee said. Scootaloo smiled and dialed Fluttershy's house phone number. It rang for a bit, before she heard a click. "Hello?", Fluttershy said on the other end of the line. "Mommy?", Scootaloo said, "It's Scootaloo". "Oh, hello, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "Is everything OK?" "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "I was wondering if I could go to Silver Spoon's house for dinner? She said her parents wanted to see me". "Of course you can. Just be home by 7:00, OK?" "Yes, Mommy. I'll see you then". "You too. I love you". "I love you too. Bye". Scootaloo hung up the phone and smiled. "Thanks, Ms. Cherilee". "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Cherilee said, "I'll see you tomorrow". Cherilee walked out of the schoolhouse. Scootaloo looked at Silver Spoon, smiling. "She said yes", she said. Silver Spoon smiled. "Great!", she said, "Well, let's go!" Silver Spoon wheeled Scootaloo out of the schoolhouse. "Um, Silver Spoon?", Scootaloo said. "Yeah?", Silver Spoon said. "Did you tell them about my condition?" "Yep. They know, so you don't have to worry about that". "OK". Scootaloo opened her saddlebag to put the cards she had received in there. But, she felt something hard and plastic. Pulling the object out, she saw a bag of Peppermint Twist's signature peppermint sticks. Scootaloo was confused how they got in there at first, but remembered when Twist tripped over her saddlebag. She didn't trip, she just said she did as an excuse to sneak them in there. Scootaloo smiled as she realized that she had gotten another gift from a classmate. "Whatcha got there?", Silver Spoon said. "Twist gave me a welcome back gift", Scootaloo said, "Some peppermint sticks". "The ones she makes herself?" "Yep". "Trust me, you're gonna like those. She once brought a whole bucket of them to my birthday party and I nearly ate every single one of them". "Really?" "Yep". "Cool". Scootaloo put the cards and the peppermint sticks in her saddlebag, saving them for later. ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, the fillies had reached Silver Spoon's house. Scootaloo admired her house. It was three stories, and looked very expensive. "I like your house", Scootaloo said. "Thanks", Silver Spoon said, "But trust me, you'll like it even more once you go in. We're pretty wealthy". Silver Spoon used the key under the mat to unlock the door and then wheeled Scootaloo inside. Scootaloo saw a mare that looked a lot like Silver Spoon, but had a golden-brown coat and mane instead of a silver-grey one. "Hey, Mom". The mare looked at Silver Spoon. "Hello, Sweetie", the mare said, hugging Silver Spoon. The mare then looked over at Scootaloo. "So, she must be your special somepony?" Silver Spoon nodded as the mare went over to Scootaloo. "I'm Golden Spoon, Silver Spoon's mother". "I'm Scootaloo", Scootaloo said. Golden Spoon smiled. "It's nice to meet you", she said. "You too", Scootaloo said. "Well, dinner is about to be served", Golden Spoon said, walking off. Silver Spoon wheeled Scootaloo into the dining room, where she saw two other ponies. One was a stallion, with a silver mane and coat similar to Silver Spoon's, but a bit shinier, and the other one was a colt, with a light-brown mane and coat. "Well", the stallion said, "Our guest has arrived". Silver Spoon wheeled Scootaloo into the empty space next to the chair she sat in, and then sat down. "Greetings, I'm Platinum Spoon, Silver Spoon's father". "Hi, I'm Scootaloo", Scootaloo said to Platinum Spoon. "And that's my younger brother, Bronze Spoon", Silver Spoon said, pointing to the colt, "He can't talk yet, because he's only two, but I'm sure he is glad to see you, too". "OK", Scootaloo said, smiling. She reached for her drink and sipped. It was sparkling water, a new taste to Scootaloo. It didn't taste bad, but it was unexpected. "Dinner is served", a different pony said. Scootaloo then saw five Unicorns walking toward the table, carrying plates covered with metal lids. Scootaloo had to admire that too. Silver Spoon and her family even had their own servants. Each pony at the table was served. After uncovering the plates, the servants all left, leaving the Spoons and Scootaloo alone. Scootaloo looked at her plate. Salad, in a small portion, along with a small slice of bread, and a little bowl of soup. Scootaloo knew that it wouldn't be enough to fill her up, but didn't want to be rude, especially since she was the guest. At least they weren't having spinach or squash, which Scootaloo hated so bad, she couldn't swallow. "You may start", Golden Spoon said, placing her napkin in her lap, as did the other Spoons. They all started eating. While eating, no one spoke. They just chewed and drank silently. Even Bronze Spoon wasn't making any noises. Scootaloo was concerned, as she leaned over and whispered to Silver Spoon. "Psst...", she said. "Yeah?", Silver Spoon whispered to Scootaloo. "Why isn't anypony talking?", Scootaloo said. "Mom thinks it's rude to talk at the table", Silver Spoon said, "Even though I keep telling her it's only rude to talk with your mouth full at the table". "Wow. Really?" "Yeah. Um, we'll talk later". Scootaloo nodded and continued eating, as did Silver Spoon. Soon, everyone finished and Platinum Spoon had the servants collect the empty plates. After that, Silver Spoon spoke, breaking the silence that seemed like it never was going to end. "Mom, Dad?", she said. "Yes?", both Platinum Spoon and Golden Spoon said. "Can Scootaloo and I go to my room?" "What time does she have to be home?", Golden Spoon said. "7:00", Scootaloo said. "Well then, yes", Platinum Spoon, "Just make sure she doesn't miss her curfew". Silver Spoon smiled and walked off, Scootaloo wheeling herself after her. Silver Spoon stopped and pushed a button, opening two doors that lead to an elevator. She entered, as did Scootaloo. Scootaloo admired the elevator also. "An elevator in a house?", Scootaloo said, "That's new". "I know, right?", Silver Spoon said, "You'd never see this in a movie". ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo had fun at Silver Spoon's house. She played video games, had snacks, and simply spent time with her "fillyfriend". Silver Spoon was wheeling Scootaloo home at that point. "So", Scootaloo said, "Do you think your parents like me?" "They didn't say", Silver Spoon said, "But I think so, since they didn't send you home early". "OK", Scootaloo said. "What about Fluttershy?", Silver Spoon said, "Do you think she likes me?" "Do you think she doesn't? Mommy barely hates anything". "Oh yeah. Element of Kindness holder. So, when do you plan on going to Canterlot?" "Whenever Mommy thinks I'm ready. When I can, I'll tell you, and the others". "OK. I've always wanted to meet the princesses". "I already met Princess Celestia in the hospital. That's when i got invited". "I knew I should have stayed a little longer". "Yeah, you should have". "But, I'm not really complaining, because Princess Luna is better". Scootaloo chuckled. "Very funny. We all know Princess Celestia is the best". "Dream on". "Fine. Name one thing Princess Luna can do that Princess Celestia can't" "Enter dreams, stay awake all night, go more than a day without eating cake". "Oh... well... Princess Celestia has never turned evil before, you know". "Oh, right. Well, I guess the two are equally matched". "Yep. I like them both". "Me too". The two kept talking randomly until they reached Fluttershy's Cottage. The two fillies kissed and Scootaloo used the key in her saddlebag to unlock and open the door. "See you tomorrow, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said, wheeling Scootaloo into the house, "I love you". "I love you too", Scootaloo said, closing the door behind her. Scootaloo wheeled herself into the kitchen to fill her half-empty stomach. Fluttershy was sitting at the table, having some chocolate cake. Fluttershy looked over at Scootaloo and smiled. "Hello, Sweetie", she said. Scootaloo wheeled herself until she was next to Fluttershy, who gave her a small peck on her cheek. "Hey, Mommy", Scootaloo said, kissing her cheek as well. "Did you have fun?", Fluttershy said. "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said, "Silver Spoon's house is the best! But, I didn't really get much to eat". "Well", Fluttershy said, "Would you like some cake?" "Yes, please", Scootaloo said, her stomach growling just thinking about it. Fluttershy smiled and cut Scootaloo a big piece of the chocolate cake, placed it on a napkin, and gave it to her. Scootaloo took a bite and fell in love. It was rich and chocolaty, the best cake she had ever had. "Do you like it?", Fluttershy asked. "This cake is awesome!", Scootaloo said, licking some frosting from her face. "I'm glad you think so", Fluttershy said, "Mother made it from scratch. She can make a good cake". "You can say that again!" Scootaloo finished her cake. She really wanted more, but her stomach was full, and she didn't want to risk making herself sick, so she resisted. "So", Fluttershy said, pulling Scootaloo out of the wheelchair and sitting her in her lap, "How was school?" "It was OK", Scootaloo said, burying her face in Fluttershy's coat, "I made an A+ on my test". "That's great, Sweetie. Umm... did anyone tease you?" "Diamond Tiara passed a note, but she got suspended. Ms. Cherilee really hates that". "I know. Cherilee and I went to school together for a long time, and every time she saw a note being passed, she told our teacher immediately". "Wow". "Anyway, I received a letter from Princess Celestia, asking when you were going to Canterlot". "I was going to ask you when I could go too". "Well, how about tomorrow?" "Tomorrow? Are you sure?" "Yes. You want to go, don't you?" "Of course I do. I just haven't told my friends yet". "Well, I knew you would want to go tomorrow, so I already told Applejack, Rarity, and Mrs. Spoon. But, who is the fourth friend you're going to invite?" "Dinky". "Oh, well we need to ask Derpy then. I'll call her shortly". "OK, Mommy. Umm... can I watch TV?" "Of course you can. But first, I think someone needs their diaper changed". Fluttershy poked the back of Scootaloo's diaper, making the little filly blush as she felt her excrement squish against her flank. "I guess I do". Scootaloo buried her face into Fluttershy's coat as Fluttershy smiled carried her into the living room, laid her on the couch, and changed her diaper. Fluttershy threw Scootaloo's dirty diaper in the trash and covered Scootaloo up with a pink foal blanket. "Thank you, Mommy". "You're welcome, Sweetie. Now, I need to get something, and then I'll lay with you". Fluttershy left and soon returned with two foal bottles, full of warm milk. "I figured you would want some milk after your cake, so I brought you some". Scootaloo smiled and took one of the bottles. "Thank you". Scootaloo suckled happily, feeling the warm, creamy milk fill her tummy. Fluttershy laid down behind Scootaloo on the couch and suck;ed her own bottle, while the two Pegasi watched cartoons. Fluttershy was happy to be reunited with her daughter. She had been waiting so long for her to come home, and now, she was. Fluttershy was enjoying every moment with Scootaloo. Scootaloo yawned loudly, the milk inside her starting to take effect. Fluttershy smiled as she rubbed Scootaloo's little tummy and whistled a lullaby into her ear. Scootaloo buried her face in Fluttershy's coat and fell asleep. Fluttershy checked Scootaloo's diaper again, this time clean. Fluttershy decided to let Scootaloo sleep on the couch, afraid to wake her. But, Fluttershy couldn't get comfortable on the couch, so she left the TV on, just in case Scootaloo got scared. "Goodnight, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, licking Scootaloo's cheek, "I love you". Fluttershy went up to her room and went to sleep, smiling. Going to Canterlot/Scootaloo's Cutie MarkThe next morning, 7:00... Scootaloo woke up the next morning when she felt a small pain in her wing. She opened her eyes and she Fluttershy pulling feathers out of Scootaloo's wing. Fluttershy saw Scootaloo awake and stopped. "Oh, sorry if that hurts", Fluttershy said, "Your wings needed to be preened, so I decided to do it since you were sleeping". "That's OK, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "I'm kinda used to it anyway". Fluttershy pulled out a few more feathers and then placed the pile in the trash. "Thank you". "You're welcome, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, pecking Scootaloo on her muzzle, "Umm... I made you some cocoa". Fluttershy placed a mug of cocoa on the coffee table. Scootaloo smiled as she sat up and sipped from the mug. "Thank you", she said, "I like it". "I'm glad you do", Fluttershy said. She walked into the kitchen while Scootaloo drank her cocoa and watched some cartoons. After a while of watching, she felt the "pins and needles" feeling in one of her hind legs, making her move it a bit. Scootaloo was surprised and looked down. "Did I just...?" Scootaloo wiggled her hind legs. She could move. Testing something, Scootaloo put the mug down and carefully stood up. Then, she walked around the couch a few times. Scootaloo was surprised. She could walk again. "Mommy!", Scootaloo yelled. Fluttershy walked back into the living room. "Yes, Sweetie?", Fluttershy said. "I can walk again!", Scootaloo said, running over to Fluttershy and hugging her tight. Fluttershy smiled. "Oh, that's great, Sweetie!", she said. "I finally don't need that stupid wheelchair anymore!" Scootaloo felt her diaper become wet and warm. "But... I'm still incontinent". "That's OK, Sweetie. It's better to be incontinent than to be paralyzed". "Yeah, I guess". "Let's get you changed". Fluttershy changed Scootaloo's diaper and put her pajamas back on her. "I can't believe I can walk again", Scootaloo said. "Yes", Fluttershy said, "And just in time, too, because today's the day you go to Canterlot". "Yeah! I need to go get my friends!" "Hold on, Sweetie. You don't have to rush. Princess Celestia sent a carriage to pick you up around 9:00. Plus, I already told Applejack, Rarity, and Mrs. Spoon to bring them over at 8:00". "What about Mrs. Hooves?" "Derpy said Dinky didn't want to go anymore". "What? Why not?" "She said Dinky was too embarrassed to leave". "Embarrassed? For what?" "That she didn't say". "Well... can I go see her? Maybe I can make her change her mind". "Umm... I guess so. Just be careful, OK?" Scootaloo nodded and left the cottage. ~~~~~~~~~~ Once Scootaloo got to Dinky's house, she knocked loudly on the door. A few seconds later, Derpy opened the door, smiling. "Hi, Scootaloo!", she said. It was a bit difficult to talk to Derpy without making a face, since her eyes were wonky and her voice slurred heavily. Luckily, Scootaloo was able to keep herself from doing so and talked. "Hey, Mrs. Hooves", Scootaloo said, "Can I go see Dinky?" "Sure!", Derpy said, "Come in!" Scootaloo walking into the house. "Her room is down the hall, first door on the left. Be careful, my husband is sleeping". Scootaloo nodded and walked down the hall. Once she got to Dinky's room, she knocked on the door. "Dinky?", Scootaloo said. "Sc-Scootaloo?", Dinky said from the inside. "Can I come in?", Scootaloo said. She heard a lock click and the door opened. Dinky was standing in the frame, her eyes red and the fur on her face soaked. "Yes?", Dinky said, her voice cracked. "Umm... what's wrong?", Scootaloo asked. Dinky looked up and down the hallway, making sure no one else was around. "Come in", she said. Scootaloo walked into Dinky's room and Dinky locked the door back. The first thing Scootaloo noticed was that Dinky had a lot of items with Sapphire Shores on them. Posters, cups, pictures, rugs, and even her bed-set was Sapphire Shores themed. "You sure have a lot of things with Sapphire Shores on them", Scootaloo said. "Yeah", Dinky said, "She's my favorite singer". "Mine too. She's so awesome! I know every one of her songs and...!" Scootaloo cleared her throat, knowing she was off-track. "Anyway, why don't you want to go to Canterlot? Didn't you say you did yesterday?" "I can't! Diamond Tiara exposed my secret, and now everyone in class knows?" "Secret? What do you mean?" "My mom caused the 'Yellow Rain' in Ponyville two weeks ago, and now everypony in class knows!" "Oh... that's why. I was wondering how that happened, because the rain was really warm and smelled kind of like-" "I know Scootaloo, because it was". "What? Eww! I was soaked in it!" "That isn't helping, Scootaloo". "Sorry". "I just can't go, Scootaloo". "Dinky, did anypony in the class say anything about that?" "No". "Does anypony tease you or your mom?" "No". "Well, why would the Canterlot Ponies make fun of you?" "Because..." "They won't. No one in Canterlot teases me because I can't fly or I have a blank flank, so why would they tease you?" "I guess they wouldn't". "There you go. Now will you come?" "You know it!" Scootaloo smiled. "Cool! Be by Fluttershy's at 8:00, OK?" "Do I have to wear anything fancy?" "No". "OK. I'll be there". "See you then, Dinky". Scootaloo walked out of Dinky's room. She went through the kitchen to get to the front door. Before she did, she saw Derpy again, sitting at the table, having a big plate of muffins. "Dinky wants to come to Canterlot with me". "Alright", Derpy said, "What time does she need to be at Fluttershy's?" "8:00", Scootaloo said. "OK!", Derpy said, "Muffin?" She grabbed the plate of muffins and held it out to Scootaloo. Scootaloo smiled and grabbed two chocolate chip muffins. "Thanks, Mrs. Hooves", she said, instantly eating both muffins in two bites. "No problem, Scootaloo", Derpy said. Scootaloo walked out of the house and back to Fluttershy's Cottage. 9:00 AM... Scootaloo, Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, Silver Spoon, and Dinky were all at Fluttershy's, waiting for the carriage. Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were playing chess, Applebloom and Sweetie Belle were thinking of ways to crusade for their cutie marks, and Dinky was watching television. All of their luggage was in the corner. They were ready. Suddenly, they heard the Royal Trumpets sound off. Scootaloo opened the window and saw Celestia's Royal Carriage, two Pegasus Royal Guards connected to it from harnesses, ready to fly. All of the fillies squealed, very excited. Before they walked out, Fluttershy talked to them. "Alright, Girls", she said, "I know you all are excited. Please be careful and stay out of trouble, OK?" "OK!", they all said. "Also, if there are any emergencies, tell me, or any of my friends. Princess Celestia said that you don't have to stay the full two weeks. If you get homesick or just want to go home at anytime, you may". They all nodded. "OK. Have fun!" Everyone but Scootaloo instantly ran out of the cottage. Scootaloo had to say goodbye to her mother first. "Mommy?", Scootaloo said. "Yes?", Fluttershy said. "I love you", Scootaloo said, holding her hooves up to Fluttershy. Fluttershy smiled as she picked up the filly and hugged her tight. "I love you too, Sweetie", she said, kissing the top of Scootaloo's head, "Have fun. Don't forget to write, OK?" "I won't", Scootaloo said, nuzzling Fluttershy as she put Scootaloo down. Scootaloo walked out of the cottage and smiled at her mother one last time before closing the door. Scootaloo then walked into the carriage and sat down next to Silver Spoon on the left side, while Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, and Dinky sat on the right side. Before the door was shut, one of the guards came around to the side and talked to the fillies. "I'm sure you're excited about going to Canterlot", he said, "But please do not stick your hooves or anything else out the windows while riding. The ride will take about five hours. You may eat and sleep in here, but please keep the carriage clean. Understood?" The fillies nodded as the guard shut the door. Soon, the carriage started flying. Scootaloo rested her back against the heavily-cushioned seats and sighed loudly. "I'm so excited!", Sweetie Belle said, "I've always wanted to meet Princess Celestia!" "Me too, Sweetie Belle", Applebloom said. "Rarity was so jealous", Sweetie Belle said. "I'm sure she was", Scootaloo said, "She always loves going to Canterlot". "I'm surprised that Rarity didn't make you wear some fancy dress", Silver Spoon said, "Because she might have wanted you to show off her style". "She wanted me to", Sweetie Belle said, "But I was able to avoid her until I left". "I wonder if we get to meet Sapphire Shores?", Dinky said, "If we do, I'm asking for so many autographs that I will be able to copy her signature". "I'm with you, Dinky", Scootaloo said, "I know every one of her songs, and the dances to each song". "Me too", Silver Spoon said. "Me three, Scootaloo", Applebloom said. They all looked at Sweetie Belle, waiting for her to finish. "What?", she said. "Do you know any of Sapphire Shores' songs?", Dinky asked her. Sweetie Belle chuckled nervously. "I prefer showtunes", Sweetie Belle said. Dinky exclaimed in disgust. "You listen to the wrong kind of music, Sweetie Belle", Dinky said. "Ditto", Silver Spoon said, "Sapphire Shores is the best". "Yep", Scootaloo said. "Plus", Applebloom said, "I don't know why ya don't like Sapphire Shores, since yer big sis is her fashion designer". "Please don't remind me", Sweetie Belle said, "I can still remember that time". She remembered when she ruined Rarity's hat for Sapphire Shores, and saw the future. "Anyway", Silver Spoon said, "I'm so glad that Diamond Tiara isn't coming. She'd ruin the trip for all of us". "True dat, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, "I still have that check, too. I might use it for us while we're in Canterlot". "That'd be great, Scootaloo", Applebloom said, "Maybe we could get tickets to Sapphire Shores' concert next Saturday". "She has a concert next weekend?!", Dinky asked. "Yeah", Silver Spoon said, "She's performing her signature piece". "We have to get tickets!", Dinky said. "I'll see what I can do", Scootaloo said. After riding in the carriage for two hours, Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, and Dinky had fallen asleep. Silver Spoon, however, was getting sleepy. She took off her glasses and rubbed her eyes. "Scootaloo?", she said. Scootaloo looked at Silver Spoon, herself half-asleep. "Yeah?", she said. "Say no if you want to", Silver Spoon said, "But can I lay on your lap so I can get comfortable?" "Are you sure?", Scootaloo said, "I'm still incontinent". "I don't care", Silver Spoon said, "Have you forgotten that I changed your messy diaper when you were at the hospital?" "Oh... right", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon smiled as she laid down in Scootaloo's lap, resting her head on the front of her fillyfriend's diaper. "Thank you, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo leaned down and kissed Silver Spoon. "No problem, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, "I love you". "I love you too", Silver Spoon said, falling asleep. Scootaloo smiled and rested her head on top of Silver Spoon's, falling asleep. ~~~~~~~~~~ Both Scootaloo and Silver Spoon woke up at the same time, seeing the other three fillies staring at them. Both fillies jumped and Silver Spoon quickly sat up. "Umm...", she said, "That wasn't what it looked like?" "It looked pretty legit, Silver Spoon", Sweetie Belle said. "No no", Scootaloo said, "She must have fell into my lap when she was sleeping". "Really?", Applebloom said, "Then why were ya cuddling her?" "Uh... uh...", Scootaloo said. "You don't have to hide it, Scootaloo", Dinky said, "We already know that you and Silver Spoon are dating". "How do you know already?", Scootaloo said. "Silver Spoon told us", Dinky said. Scootaloo looked over at her fillyfriend with a near-rage look. "You told our friends too?!", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon blushed and looked down. "Yeah...", Silver Spoon said, "I wouldn't be able to enjoy myself if I didn't". "But you didn't ask me first!", Scootaloo said, "Just like you didn't ask me when you told Mommy!" "I'm sorry, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo sighed. "That's alright, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, "Just ask me first before you tell anypony else". The two smiled and kissed. "Eww!", the others joked, trying very hard not to laugh. After their lip-lock, they cuddled and sat back against their seat. "I really hope we get there soon", Dinky said, "I have to tinkle". She crossed her hind legs, trying to hold it. "So", Scootaloo said, petting Silver Spoon's mane, "Silver Spoon knows a lot of secrets about Diamond Tiara". "Really?", Dinky said. "Yep", Silver Spoon said, "I know every single one". "Spill it!", the others said. Silver Spoon let go of Scootaloo and began talking. For the rest of the ride, the fillies talked randomly and enjoyed spending time together. Soon, the carriage came to a stop and Dinky looked out the window. They were right in front of the drawbridge to the Castle. "We're here!", Dinky said, very excited. Scootaloo had to try everything she could to restrain her excitement, afraid to soil herself. The carriage doors opened and the fillies walked out into the Castle. One look around and they knew they were in paradise. They were about to spend two weeks in the place everyone in Equestria dreams of going into, besides maybe the Crystal Empire. Right when they all got into the Castle, they were greeted by Celestia's Treasurer, Wealthy Coin. "You must be the fillies Princess Celestia is expecting", he said. "Yep", Scootaloo said, "I'm Scootaloo". "Dinky", Dinky said. "Silver Spoon", Silver Spoon said. "Applebloom", Applebloom said. "Sweetie Belle", Sweetie Belle said. "Well", Wealthy Coin said, "I'm Wealthy Coin, Princess Celestia's Treasurer". "What's a treasurer?", Dinky asked. "It one who watches over and maintains money, funds, etc.", Wealthy Coin said, "That's what I do". "Cool", Dinky said. "Anyway", Wealthy Coin said, "Princess Celestia is attending court right now and cannot be disturbed. Her highness will be with you in about two hours. In the meantime, she has assigned you four to a bedchamber. Would you like to go see it?" The fillies nodded and Wealthy Coin leaded them to their bedchamber. Once they got into their bedchamber, they were all surprised. This wasn't an ordinary room. The bed was big enough to hold ten ponies, there was a couch in there as well, right in front of a 90" flat-screen TV, and there was a mini-refrigerator in the corner. Next to the TV was a game console with a pile of video games on top of it, along with four controllers, and on a table in front of the couch were several different board games. Each filly smiled, loving the scenery. "Whoa!", all fillies said. Wealthy Coin smiled. "I knew you would like it", he said. "Are there any rules?", Sweetie Belle asked. "Only one. After 11:00, you must not make too much noise", Wealthy Coin said. "OK", Sweetie Belle said. Wealthy Coin smiled again. "Alright", he said, "If you need anything, there's a phone over there. Dial "6" for Room Service, dial "8" if you want the maids to clean, and dial "2" if you have an emergency". "What's Room Service?", Applebloom asked. "It's a line to the kitchen", Wealthy Coin said, "If you have any cravings, tell them what you want, and they'll bring it to you for free". "That's cool", Scootaloo said, "And we don't have to clean up after ourselves?" "Only in here", Wealthy Coin said, "Any messes made by you outside this chamber must be cleaned". "OK", they all said. "Well", Wealthy Coin said, "Enjoy yourselves. Princess Celestia will be here momentarily". He closed the door, leaving the fillies alone. All of the fillies were overjoyed and quickly dropped their luggage and went to explore the room. Each one was surprised about different things. "Some of these games haven't even came out yet!", Silver Spoon said, digging through the games. "This bed is soft and bouncy!", Scootaloo and Dinky said, jumping on the bed as if it were a trampoline. "I've never seen a fridge this full", Applebloom said, seeing the refrigerator full to its limit. Sweetie Belle walked into the bathroom and was shocked at the sight. It was very clean, even cleaner than the one at her own home. Also, unlike Rarity's bathroom, it had a double-sink, a much larger bathtub, and a door in front of the toilet for privacy. After exploring, Scootaloo asked the hard question. "So", she said, "What should we do first?" "I'm playing some games!", Silver Spoon said, turning on the TV and the console, "Scootaloo?" "I'll join you", Scootaloo said, plopping onto the couch next to Silver Spoon. Dinky walked into the bathroom to relive herself, and Applebloom and Sweetie Belle figured out ways to find their cutie marks. Two hours later... After two hours of having fun in their bedchamber, Princess Celestia finally walked in, smiling. "Good afternoon, young fillies", she said. Each one bowed in her presence. "Thank you". They nodded and stood. "First things first, you are visiting me as friends, not subjects. You are not required to call me 'Princess', but if it makes you feel better doing so, you may. Now, are there any questions?" "Do we have to go to bed or get up at a certain time?", Scootaloo asked. "No", Celestia said, "As long as you do not bother me while I sleep, I do not mind. I go to sleep at midnight, so please don't make as much noise while I sleep, because if I wake up sleepy, I cannot raise the Sun, OK?" The fillies nodded. "Now, you do not have to wake up or go to sleep at a certain time. Heck, you can stay up all night and sleep through the day for all I care, as long as you do not bother me. However, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at specific times, and if you are not at the table by then, you will not be served. I cannot have the chefs save a meal for you, so anyone not at the table will not be served, understood?" The fillies nodded again. "Anything else?" "What if we want to leave the Castle for a bit, as if to play or something?", Dinky asked. "You may go into the front or back yard anytime you wish", Celestia said, "There's a trampoline and a swimming pool back there as well. However, you are prohibited from leaving the Castle to go anywhere else without letting Luna or myself know first. If anything should happen to you, we would be responsible, and I certainly don't want that to happen". "Are we allowed to go anywhere in Canterlot?", Sweetie Belle asked. "Yes, as long as you are back before Luna raises the Moon", Celestia said, "Now, this is important. I can give you a maximum of twenty bits a day if there's something you would like to buy while in Canterlot. However, I cannot give each of you twenty bits. You will have to split it between yourselves, understood?" The fillies nodded. "Will we be able to spend time with Princess Luna?", Silver Spoon asked, "She's my favorite!" Silver Spoon realized what she said. "Uh... I didn't mean that!" "It's OK, Young Filly", Celestia said, "I've heard them all before. Some like me better than Luna and vise versa. Anyway, Luna is nocturnal, meaning she sleeps through the day and is awake through the night, so if you want to get to know her a bit better, you will have to stay up. Also, she has her own responsibilities like myself, so she may be a little too busy to talk. She awakens at 8:00 PM, and goes to sleep at 6:00 AM. However, I would wait about an hour before speaking to her. It's like every little thing annoys her in the morning". "OK", Silver Spoon said. "Also, she's still having a bit of trouble trying not to speak in the Royal Canterlot Voice, so don't think she's yelling at you intentionally", Celestia said. The fillies nodded. "Anything else?" "Can we get some snacks from the kitchen whenever we're hungry?", Applebloom asked. "Yes you may", Celestia said, "As long as they are not reserved for anypony. Reserved snacks will have names on them, so do not touch them". She finished the last bit of her sentence under her breath. "... or my cakes". "OK", Applebloom said. "Any more questions?", Celestia asked. The fillies looked at one another and shook their heads. Celestia smiled. "Well, enjoy your stay. If you need me for any reason, I'll be in my chamber". "Umm... Pr... Celestia?", Scootaloo said, still trying to forget the title. "Yes, Scootaloo?", Celestia said. "Can I talk you in alone for a bit?", Scootaloo asked. Celestia smiled. "You may", she said, walking out of the room, Scootaloo following. "Do we need to go to my chamber?" Scootaloo nodded. Celestia walked Scootaloo to her chamber and walked in, letting Scootaloo in also. "OK", Scootaloo said, "I can walk again, but I'm still incontinent. I can't really change my own diaper well, so I was wondering if you could..." Scootaloo started to shut down. "Uh... if you could..." Celestia placed her hoof over Scootaloo's mouth before she could finish. "I know what you're trying to ask", Celestia said, "And yes, I'm willing to change you whenever you need it". "Really?", Scootaloo said, "Because I'm not really the one that smells like roses whenever I... you know". "I'll be fine", Celestia said, "Trust me, I changed Luna's diapers when she was a filly, and nothing, not even a skunk, smelled worse than her dirty diapers". Scootaloo giggled. "Thank you... Celestia", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Celestia said, giving Scootaloo another small kiss on her cheek, "Now, for you, if you need to be changed at all, you may let me know, even if I'm asleep". "Are you sure?", Scootaloo asked, "Because you just said-" "I know what I just said", Celestia said, "But that was a lie. I just said that just so you five wouldn't be too loud at night. I actually don't need to sleep, since I contain immortality, but it helps me feel young". "How old are you?", Scootaloo said. Celestia looked around, making sure she and Scootaloo were the only ones around. "I'm 4967 years old", Celestia said. "Whoa!", Scootaloo said, "But you look like you're only twenty!" "I get that a lot", Celestia said, "Anyway, do you need a change right now?" Scootaloo checked her diaper, seeing a big yellow hue on the front. "Umm...", Scootaloo said, feeling a bit uneasy, "I'm... a bit... wet". Celestia smiled. "Well", she said, "Lay on my carpet so I can change you". "But...", Scootaloo said, "My spare diapers are in my saddlebag". "No need", Celestia said, "I have a few left over from when Luna was a foal". Scootaloo just shrugged and laid down on Celestia's carpet. "Now, they're very thick, so if you're not comfortable in them, just tell me, OK?" Scootaloo nodded and closed her eyes, letting Celestia do her work. Soon, Celestia finished changing Scootaloo. Scootaloo felt the feeling of something a little mushy and the thickness of the new diaper, making her cringe a bit. "Is it OK?", Celestia asked. "It feels weird", Scootaloo said. "Oh, that's because I used a bit extra rash cream", Celestia said, "I don't want you to get a rash or leave any stains in your coat". Scootaloo stood up. Suddenly, the new diaper felt a lot better. It was thick, soft, and fluffy, and she could still walk perfectly. "It feels great", Scootaloo said, "Thank you... Celestia". "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Celestia said, "Now, I'm gonna have to ask you to leave my chamber. I have some papers to finish... and some cakes to eat". Scootaloo giggled. "OK", Scootaloo said. Celestia let Scootaloo out of her bedchamber and Scootaloo walked back into her bedchamber. The other fillies were sitting on the couch, watching TV, and having some ice cream sundaes. Silver Spoon looked back at Scootaloo. "Hey, Scootaloo", she said, "Cartoon marathon. We saved you a seat and a sundae". Scootaloo smiled. "I'll be over there", she said, "I need to get something first". She walked over to her saddlebag to get the comforter Fluttershy had packed for her. Once she unzipped her saddlebag, she noticed a rabbit's foot sticking out the bottom, which made her confused. "Since when did I buy a rabbit's foot?" She grabbed it with her teeth, only to have it jerked out of her mouth. "Hey!", a voice called from the inside, "What's the big idea? I'm trying to sleep here!" Scootaloo opened her saddlebag to see Angel sleeping underneath the comforter. "Dad?", she said, "Is that you?" Angel sat up. "Yep", he said. "Why are you in my saddlebag?", Scootaloo said. "I wanted to go with you", Angel said, "But you already had your four friends chosen, so I snuck in your saddlebag before you left". "But what if Mommy notices you're missing?", Scootaloo said. "I already told Fluttershy", Angel said, "She knows, and I heard everything while I was in there". "You aren't gonna do anything to make me want to go home, are you?", Scootaloo said. "Of course I won't", Angel said, "I'll just be eating and sleeping most of the time. You won't even know I'm here". "Umm... OK", Scootaloo said, "Uh... I was gonna get my blanket out, if you're done with it". "You go ahead", Angel said, "I'll just sleep in the bed". He hopped up onto the bed and resumed his nap, while Scootaloo grabbed her blanket and sat down on the couch on the end next to Silver Spoon. Dinky gave Scootaloo her sundae and Scootaloo shared her comforter with the other fillies. Luckily, it was big enough. "So, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said, "Looks like Angel came with us". "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "He had to sneak in my saddlebag to get here, though". "Well", Sweetie Belle said, "Desperate times call for desperate measures". "That's what I told ya when we went camping", Applebloom said. "I told you I wasn't going to pee in a bottle", Sweetie Belle said, "That's gross". "And it would have been grosser if ya would have peed yerself", Applebloom said. "Anyway", Scootaloo said, instantly changing the subject to prevent losing her appetite, "You don't think he'll try to get us back for pranking him at that sleepover, do you Silver Spoon?" "I don't think so", Silver Spoon said, "He'll have to stay up pretty late for me, because I'm gonna spend as much time with Princess Luna as I can". "Plus", Sweetie Belle said, "Angel is the laziest bunny Fluttershy has, so he'll be asleep most of the time". "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "I was just wondering, because I really don't want to wake up with marker on my face". The other fillies giggled and watched their cartoons. ~~~~~~~~~~ 7:00 PM... The fillies were out in the backyard, swimming in the pool. Well, every filly but Scootaloo. She was afraid to soil herself while swimming. She didn't have any swim diapers, and the last thing she needed was to be banned from Canterlot for accidentally dropping a log in Celestia's pool. Her friends tried to encourage her, but she kept refusing. But, every passing second made her really want to do it. After sitting on a tanning chair for several minutes watching her friends have fun and swim, Scootaloo decided to go back to their chamber and do something else before peer pressure persuaded her. She walked back into the chamber, grabbed an apple out of the refrigerator, and sat down on the couch. She tried to just sit down and enjoy her snack, but couldn't. The thought of being incontinent was catching up to her. She wasn't able to do everything she wanted because of her inability to control her bodily functions. But luckily for her, before the thought made her sad, Celestia walked in, seeing Scootaloo sitting on the couch. She was carrying a picnic basket on her back, also. "Scootaloo?", she said. Scootaloo looked at Celestia. "Yes, Pr... Celestia?", Scootaloo said. "Why are you in here?", Celestia asked, "Why aren't you outside with your friends?" "Because they're out there swimming", Scootaloo said, "I don't have any swim diapers, and I don't want to risk dropping one in your pool". Celestia giggled a bit. "I see", she said, "Well, it's been a while since I've had a picnic with Luna. I was about to have one by myself, but it would be nice for you to come. So?" Scootaloo smiled. "Sure!", she said, instantly jumping off the couch. Celestia smiled and after letting the other fillies know, she and Scootaloo walked out of the Castle. After settling in the outfields of Canterlot, Celestia and Scootaloo began eating. They were completely alone, so they could eat without twenty different sets of eyes staring at them. Scootaloo, however, could hardly eat. Having a picnic with Spitfire was one thing, but having a picnic with Celestia was a whole another thing. Just like with Spitfire, Scootaloo took a bite of her sandwich and was ready for some questions. "Pr... *sigh*.... Celestia?", Scootaloo said, getting a bit annoyed at her failing attempts of skipping Celestia's title. "Yes?", Celestia said, wiping her muzzle with a napkin. "There aren't any timberwolves out here, are there?", Scootaloo said. Besides her neglectful past mother, there was nothing Scootaloo was more afraid of than timberwolves. "Yes", Celestia said, "But they are very lazy. You would have to really aggravate them to get them to come out". "Well", Scootaloo said, "I won't make that mistake". Celestia chuckled lightly. "So", Celestia said, "Any more questions while we're out here?" Scootaloo smiled. "How close were you and Princess Luna before she... you know", Scootaloo said, not wanting to remind Celestia of the "Mare in the Moon" part of her life. "Very close", Celestia said, "Would you like to know the whole story?" "Well...", Scootaloo said, "Only if it won't make you sad". Celestia nodded and began telling her story. ~~~~~~~~~~ 1500 years ago, 8:00 PM, After the death of the King and Queen... Celestia sat with her back against Luna's bedchamber door. They had just heard information that their parents had just died in battle, and Luna was very torn up. Celestia tried to calm her down, but was unsuccessful. She could hear Luna's very loud crying through the door. Luna was even wheezing, which indicated she was very upset. Celestia began to cry at that point. She missed her mother more than Luna, as Luna to her father. She could remember when she learned to control the Sun, and the promise she made to her mother. Luna was supposed to learn how to control the Moon once their parents got back from the battle, but unfortunately, the only thing that returned was a letter from them they wrote and sent right before the battle, along with the horrible news. Not only that was making Celestia sad. The fact that seeing her sister so upset was really making her sad. Luna wasn't just her sister, she was her best friend, and whenever she was sad, Celestia was sad. Soon, Luna finally stopped crying, but Celestia didn't go in, not wanting to bother her for a bit. Celestia sat for several hours, before she finally heard Luna speak. "Tia?", Luna said, using Celestia's short name. Celestia cracked the door open a bit. "Yes, Lu-Lu?", Celestia said, using Luna's pet name. "I... I can't sleep...", Luna said, "Can you... sleep with me?" Celestia nodded and got into the bed with Luna. Luna cuddled her big sister as tight as she could, weeping softly into her coat. Celestia cuddled Luna back and gave her a small peck on her cheek. "Are you OK, Lu-Lu?", Celestia said, a few tears still sneaking their way out of her eyes. "I miss Mommy and Daddy...", Luna said. "So do I", Celestia said. The two laid in silence for a few minutes, before Luna decided to speak again. "Tia?", she said, "Umm... now that Daddy's gone... does that mean you control the Moon now?" "No", Celestia said, "You are going to learn how. I promised Mother I would teach you once you're older if they were to pass on". "When are you?" "Tomorrow. You'll need to learn as soon as possible". Luna began to feel a bit better. "Thank you, Tia". "You're welcome, Lu-Lu". The two laid in silence some more. Luna fell asleep within minutes, while Celestia looked up at the ceiling, hearing her mother's voice in her head. "If your father and I happen to pass on before Luna is old enough", Solaria said, "Promise me that you will teach Luna how to control the Moon". Celestia felt another series of tears as she placed her hoof on her chest. "I promise... Mommy". Several nights later... Celestia and Luna were outside again. Luna wasn't catching on raising the Moon as easy as Celestia did raising the Sun. The thought of their fallen parents haunted them every time. "I don't know if I can do this, Tia", Luna said, "I can't even fly an inch off of the ground". "I couldn't either, Lu-Lu", Celestia said, cuddling her little sister, "But you'll get used to it, I promise". Luna smiled and buried her face in Celestia's coat. It was easy to cheer up Luna, depending on what the subject was. "Would you like to give it another try?" Luna nodded and stood up again. She focused her magic on the Moon's light and began trying to fly. It all happened at once. She opened her eyes to see that the Moon was in the sky. "I... I did it!", she said, very happy. She started flying down and landed on Celestia's back. "Tia! I did it!" Celestia smiled and remembered something. "You did what?", Celestia said, "I wasn't looking". "Tia~~~~~!", Luna whined. "I'm just joking, Lu-Lu", Celestia said, chuckling a bit. "So you can see the Moon?" Celestia actually saw two Moons. "Which one? The one in the sky or the one on your flank?" "What do you mean? I don't have..." Luna looked at her flank, seeing a crescent moon, surrounded in a black pattern. "My... my cutie mark! I finally got my cutie mark! My special talent is controlling the Moon!" "I proud of you, Lu-Lu", Celestia said, licking her little sister's cheek. "Thank you, Tia", Luna said, pecking Celestia's cheek, "Umm... I wanna sit out here under the Moon for a while". "That'd be lovely", Celestia said. The two Alicorn sisters sat underneath the Moon, enjoying the bright light and cuddling together. "Umm... Tia?", Luna said, "Will I have to control the stars, too?" "Yes", Celestia said, "But not for a few years. The stars are very hard to control, even Father said so". Luna smiled and cuddled her sister some more. Soon, a bright light flashed around the two and once it faded, they saw that their manes and tails were no longer solid colors. Celestia's was multicolored with four beautiful pastel colors, and Luna's was blue and black. Both had their own sparkles to them and they flowed gloriously. "What happened to our hair?", Luna asked, "It's so pretty now!" "I guess since we're the only Alicorns left in Equestira", Celestia said, "Our manes look like Mother's and Father's". "Aww...", Luna said, staring at Celestia's new mane, "But your's is so much prettier than mine!" "Well, thank you", Celestia said, "But your's is still pretty, like a princess". Luna giggled. "I am a princess, and so are you". "Yes. Now, maybe we should go back in. It's getting late". Luna nodded and went back into the Castle. Before Celestia did, she looked up at the sky again. "I did it, Mommy", she said, "I taught Luna how to control the Moon. I carried out your final important request for me. I... I kept my promise. I love you". Celestia could could feel her mother's warm coat her soft hug. She could also hear her mother's voice. "I'm proud of you, Celly", Solaria said, "I knew you could keep your promise, and I love you too". Celestia could feel a soft kiss on her muzzle. "Now, we may be gone, but we'll always be together, no matter what. Please watch over Equestria for us". Celestia smiled, a few tears starting to run down her face. "I will, Mommy", she said, "I promise. Cross my heart and hope to fly... *sniffle*... to the Sun up in the sky". 500 years later... Luna stared out the window in their throne room, seeing her beautiful Moon high in the sky. However, she saw several other ponies sleeping and shunning in the night. Luna was very jealous. All the ponies did during the night was sleep. But, during the day, they would play and have fun. It made her sad, as if learning to control was worthless. She learned all she needed, and this is what she gets? "Luna?", Celestia said, "It's time for the Sun to come out". Luna resumed staring out the window, and had something to say about that. "No...", she said, "There will be no Sun today". Celestia chuckled a bit. "Luna, you're always funny", Celestia said, "Now seriously, please lower the Moon". "And seriously", Luna said, "I said no". Celestia could see that Luna was serious. "Luna, you don't have a choice", Celestia said, "You're required to lower the Moon after the night is over". Celestia began walking over to Luna. "Not another step!", Luna commanded, "Did you really expect me to sit idly by while they all basked in your precious light?!" Luna stood up on her throne. "There can only be one Princess in Equestria! And that Princess will be me!" Suddenly, the room started to crumble, and a cloud of darkness engulfed Luna. Celestia was very scared of what was happening. Soon, the cloud faded, and Luna started laughing evilly. Celestia couldn't believe it. Luna had turned evil. She had a new look, also. Her mane flowed different and she was wearing some kind of special armor. Luna began shooting magic everywhere, completely destroying the room. Celestia flew up to the ceiling, trying to reason with Luna, but Luna shot at her, missing. Celestia knew what Luna wanted at that point. "Luna!", Celestia said, "I will not fight you! You must lower the Moon! It's your duty!" "'Luna'?!", Luna said, "I am no longer your pathetic little sister anymore! I am Nightmare Moon! I have but one royal duty now! To destroy you!" She zapped Celestia right in her chest, making her scream in pain. "Yes! That is the sound I like! Now, you will perish before my eyes! Nightmare Moon shot at Celestia again, but Celestia completely dodged it and hid in the secret charms room. She still couldn't believe that Luna had turned evil. She didn't have time to sit there and cry over it, because at that point, Nightmare Moon had destroyed the door to that room, leaving Celestia exposed. Celestia looked at the secret charm that her mother had created for emergencies. "Fine, Luna", she said, "You leave me no choice but to use these!" She pulled out the charms called "The Elements of Harmony" and used her magic to focus their power into her horn. Nightmare tried to zap Celestia before she could, but the Elements had placed her in a force field. Celestia soon was ready to fire. She fired at Nightmare, engulfing her in a rainbow-like force and sending her to the Moon. "Nooooooooo!", was the last thing she said before she was imprisoned in the Moon. Celestia looked up at the Moon, seeing Luna's image. "Why?", she said, "Why, Luna? Why did you make me do that? After all of these years holding your hoof and helping you do the things you wanted to do, this is how you treat me? I'm sorry, Luna, but you're staying up there until you decide to stop acting like this". For several more years, Celestia took control of the Sun and Moon. But every night, she would cry, missing her little sister. (You know the rest of the story. If you don't, go watch the second episode in the first season of MLP) ~~~~~~~~~~ Celestia wiped a tear from her cheek with her napkin after telling Scootaloo that story. Scootaloo felt really sorry for Celestia, so she cuddled her. Celestia cuddled her back and began to speak. "Now you know my deepest secret", she said. "That must have been hard, Princess Celestia", Scootaloo said, not wanting to skip her title on that one. "It was, Sweetie", Celestia said, "I'm still very thankful to Twilight and her other friends for freeing Luna from that phase". "Yeah...", Scootaloo said, "Umm... do you want to go back to the Castle? Maybe we could talk some more there". "Only if you want to", Celestia said. Scootaloo nodded and the two began walking back. In the process, Scootaloo kicked a rock into the woods next to them and Celestia stepped on a twig. Soon, they both smelt a very foul odor in their path. "Ugh...", Scootaloo said, holding her muzzle, "What stinks?" "Do you need to be changed?", Celestia asked Scootaloo. "No", Scootaloo said, "But, this does smell kind of like..." She sniffed a bit. "...timberwolf breath!" Sure enough, they could see a timberwolf starting to peek out of the trees. "Scootaloo, run!", Celestia said. Both took off running. However, when Celestia was about to grab Scootaloo and fly, she stepped on a bear trap, trapping her to the ground. Scootaloo instantly saw this. "Princess Celestia!", Scootaloo said. "Go!", Celestia said, "I'll be fine". Scootaloo saw the timberwolf slowly creeping up on Celestia. The last thing Scootaloo wanted was to see Celestia mauled right in front of her face. But, Scootaloo didn't want to be mauled either. "No!", Scootaloo said, "I'm not gonna let you die!" Scootaloo looked at the timberwolf and back at a large rock on the ground. Scootaloo picked up the rock with her teeth and looked at the timberwolf again. She was paralyzed with fear, and couldn't move. But, right when the timberwolf was about to have a bite of delicious pony princess, it was decapitated by the rock, killing it and turning the timber into sawdust. Scootaloo then used the rock to smash the bear trap to pieces, freeing Celestia. Celestia grabbed Scootaloo and hugged her tight. "Thank you!", Celestia said, "You saved my life!" "I told you I wasn't going to let you die", Scootaloo said, "You lost Princess Luna once, and you don't need to lose her again". Celestia was blinded by a bright light and shielded her eyes. Once it faded, she saw something on Scootaloo's flank, and it wasn't a diaper. "Sweetie", she said, "I think you may want to look on your flank". Scootaloo did and saw what looked like a golden shield. "Is that...?", she said, "My cutie mark?!" "Yes", Celestia said, "Your special talent is facing your fears. You said you were afraid of timberwolves, and you stood up to it to save me. Your special talent is bravery". Scootaloo was happy and started hopping in circles, chanting "YES!" Celestia giggled and grabbed the filly and placed her on her back. "Let's go back". "OK", Scootaloo said. Celestia carried Scootaloo back to the Castle. "By the way", Celestia said, "I want to reward you for saving my life. You may have one wish, and anything you wish for, I will grant for you". "Anything?", Scootaloo said. "Well", Celestia said, "I can't kill anyone, I can't end or start true love, and I can't bring anyone back from the dead, so please don't ask". Scootaloo thought about it for a minute, then smiled. "I wish my friends and I had tickets to Sapphire Shores' concert next weekend!", she said, "With backstage passes!" Celestia smiled. "Your wish shall be granted". ~~~~~~~~~~ Two weeks later... Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were on the carriage ride back to Canterlot. Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, and Dinky had already been dropped off at their houses, and Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were alone, just the way they liked it. "That concert was awesome!", Scootaloo said, "Sapphire Shores completely blew me away!" "Yeah!", Silver Spoon said, "And we got to meet her face-to-face! That was even cooler!" "Yeah!", Scootaloo said. "Anyway", Silver Spoon said, "You have a nice cutie mark, by the way". "Thanks", Scootaloo said. "Hmph... I guess I can't call you Blank Flank now, huh?", Silver Spoon joked. "Nope!", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon could smell something foul. "Umm... Scoots?", she said, "I think you pooped yourself". Scootaloo pressed the back of her diaper, feeling something squish. "Oh...", she said, "Sorry". "That's alright", Silver Spoon said, "I'll change you". Silver Spoon changed Scootaloo and threw the soiled diaper in the wastebasket next to the seat. "Thank you", Scootaloo said. "No problem, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said. The carriage stopped in front of Silver Spoon's house. "Well, I'll see you at school on Monday". Silver Spoon gave Scootaloo's cheek a small lick. "I love you". "I love you too", Scootaloo said, kissing Silver Spoon's muzzle. Silver Spoon walked out of the carriage, closing the door behind her. "Is there anywhere you would like to stop before we take you home?", one of the guards said. Scootaloo thought about it and decided to get her mother a small gift. "The gift shop, please", she said. After picking up a beautiful bouquet of desert roses and a birdie call for Fluttershy, Scootaloo was flown to the cottage and dropped off. "Thanks for the ride", she told the guards. "You're welcome, little filly", one of them said, "Enjoy your evening". They flew off. Scootaloo walked past the gate and used the key under the mat to get into the house. Once she did, she reached into her saddlebag and pulled out her sleeping bunny father and placed him in his bed. After placing her saddlebag in the corner, a very delicious aroma attacked her muzzle and lead her to the kitchen. Scootaloo saw Flutterkind, cooking dinner for herself and Scootaloo. Flutterkind looked at Scootaloo and smiled. "Well look who's back on her hooves", she said. "Gramma!", Scootaloo said, running over to Flutterkind. Flutterkind picked up the filly and hugged her. "I missed you!" "I missed you too, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, giving Scootaloo a small peck on her muzzle, "You're just in time for dinner". Scootaloo noticed that Fluttershy wasn't around. "Where's Mommy?", Scootaloo said. "She's at a sleepover with her friends", Flutterkind said, "She wanted me to stay here tonight to keep an eye on you, so it's just me and you tonight". "OK", Scootaloo said. "Now, go wash up for dinner", Flutterkind said. Scootaloo nodded and washed her hooves in the kitchen sink. After that, Scootaloo sat down at the table and was served. She smiled as she looked at her dinner. Sunflower soup and hayloaf, along with a few miniature oat-and-honey granola bars. "Thank you, Gramma", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Sweetie", Flutterkind said. She served herself and sat down in the chair next to Scootaloo. After dinner, Scootaloo felt very sleepy. Her long day and her dinner getting to her. Flutterkind smiled as the filly tried not to fall asleep. "Is somepony getting sleepy?", Flutterkind asked, pulling the filly into her lap. "I don't want to go to sleep", Scootaloo said, "Because I don't want to miss any time with you". "Don't worry, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I'll be here tomorrow, trust me". Scootaloo smiled and buried her face in Flutterkind's coat. "Umm...", she said, "I think I peed my diaper". Flutterkind checked her diaper. "Indeed you did", Flutterkind said. She changed Scootaloo's diaper and tucked her in Fluttershy's bed once they went upstairs. "Would you like me to sleep with you?" Scootaloo fluttered her eyes and nodded. Flutterkind got into the bed with Scootaloo and cuddled her. "Goodnight, Gramma", Scootaloo said, "I love you". "Goodnight, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I love you too". A Very Unexpected Surprise: The Return of a Special Someone/Battle of the BoltsScootaloo woke up the next morning to the sound of loud crunching. She opened her eyes and saw Angel sitting on her stomach, happily eating a carrot. Several pieces of chewed carrot were covering his face as well. Angel was a messy eater, but it didn't bother him too much, as long as whatever he was eating made it into his mouth. Angel looked down at Scootaloo, smiling. "Morning, Scootaloo", he said between a mouthful of carrot. "Morning, Dad", Scootaloo said, "*yawn* Why are you on my tummy?" Angel swallowed. "Because I wanted to eat this carrot away from Fluttershy", Angel said, "Every time I try to eat one in front of her, she always lectures me about how I'll get a tummy ache if I eat too fast". "Oh, OK", Scootaloo said. She stretched and yawned again, a small odor assaulting her muzzle and a squishy feeling in the back of her diaper alerting her as well. "I pooped myself, didn't I?" "Unfortunately, you did", Angel said, "I was right here when you did, too". "Oh...", Scootaloo said. "But it's alright", Angel said, "It doesn't smell too bad". "You don't think this smells bad?", Scootaloo said. "Not even a little", Angel said, "I had to share the bathroom with Fluttershy after cabbage burrito night and..." He exclaimed in disgust. "Never mind. I'd change you, but I don't know how. Sorry". "That's OK", Scootaloo said. She grabbed Angel and pulled him toward her until he was resting against her face. Angel smiled, set his half-eaten carrot on the bed, and curled up into a ball, enjoying the warmth Scootaloo had. "I love you, Dad". "I love you too, Scootaloo", Angel said, giving Scootaloo a small lick on her cheek. Scootaloo giggled and pet the top of Angels head. "You're so cuddly", she said. "I know I am", Angel said, "Bunnies are the second cuddliest animals in Equestria". "What's the first?", Scootaloo said. "Chinchillas", Angel said in a disgusted tone, "But they're endangered, and close to extinction, so it's a matter of time before bunnies become the first cuddliest. Thanks anyway". "You welcome, Dad", Scootaloo said, kissing Angel's carrot-filled cheek, "Well, I'm gonna go get a change, OK?" "You do that", Angel said, going back to his carrot. Scootaloo got out of the bed and left to find either Fluttershy or Flutterkind for a change. On her way down the hall, she saw the nursery door open. She smiled and walked in, seeing Flutterkind sitting on the mat, cradling her daughter, who was sleeping in her lap, dressed in her foal attire. "Gramma?", Scootaloo said. Flutterkind looked up. "Oh, good morning, Sweetie", Flutterkind said. "Is Mommy sleeping?", Scootaloo asked. "Yes", Flutterkind said, "Fluttershy, here, came home a little early this morning and said she didn't get much sleep because her friends were being too loud, so she asked me to rock her to sleep". "Oh, OK", Scootaloo said, "Umm... I kinda... need a change". "OK", Flutterkind said, lightly setting her sleeping daughter on the mat, "Let's get you cleaned up. Just be careful not to wake up Fluttershy". Scootaloo nodded and walked over to Flutterkind, who lifted her onto the changing table and began changing her. "So", Flutterkind said, wiping Scootaloo clean, "How was Canterlot?" "It was awesome!", Scootaloo said, "Me and my friends had fun in the Castle and got to meet Sapphire Shores in pony!" "I'm sure you enjoyed it", Flutterkind said, "You came home pretty enthusiastic last night". Scootaloo giggled as Flutterkind finished changing her and redressed her in her pajamas. "Thanks, Gramma", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, picking up the filly and holding her like a toddler. Scootaloo buried her face in Flutterkind's coat and sighed. "Gramma's getting a little hungry. Would you like me to make us some breakfast?" Scootaloo nodded. Flutterkind smiled and carried Scootaloo downstairs. While Flutterkind was in the kitchen, making breakfast, Scootaloo was sitting in the living room with Angel, playing chess. Even though she knew Angel was no match for her, she still enjoyed playing chess with him. "So", Angel said, hanging the rest of his carrot out of his mouth like a cigar, "I take it you liked meeting Sapphire Shores?" "You know it!", Scootaloo said, attacking a piece, "I bet you wish you weren't sleeping when we left to the concert!" "No", Angel said, counterattacking, "Sapphire Shores used to be my owner, before she sold me to Fluttershy". "Why did she sell you?", Scootaloo said. "She replaced me with a chinchilla", Angel said, "Because it was cuddlier, but it didn't bother me, because she just used me as a music stand". "And Mommy treats you a lot better", Scootaloo said. "You can say that again", Angel said, "But, I'm still a little guilty about the way I used to treat her". "I'm sure it wasn't that bad", Scootaloo said. "Really?", Angel said, "Slamming doors in her face, rejecting things she was trying to feed me because it didn't look like how it did in the picture, going to the bathroom in the corners intentionally, picking fights with the other bunnies, picking fights with her friend's pets, knocking over the trashcan because she accidentally knocked my bed away from the wall". "OK OK!", Scootaloo said, "Well... at least you don't do it now, right?" "That's right", Angel said, "Ever since Fluttershy used 'The Stare' on me, I don't even dare to do any of that stuff. That stare creeps me out. No wonder that cockatrice backed down". "You didn't start dating Fluttershy just because you wanted her to stop using her stare, did you?", Scootaloo said. "Of course not, Scootaloo", Angel said, "That was my own choice. Fluttershy is the kindest and sweetest mare I've ever met, and I'm the only one of her hundreds of animals that can speak a pony's language". "Well", Scootaloo said, "If I had to give my opinion, I'd say you make a great bunnyfriend..." Scootaloo blushed and finished her sentence. "... and dad". Angel smiled as he finished the carrot in his mouth. "Thanks, Scootaloo", he said, wiping his face. "No problem, Dad", Scootaloo said. She looked at the board and smiled, making her final move. "Checkmate!" Angel examined the board and sighed. "Checkmate correct", Angel said, "You win, but you're toast the next time we play!" "You said that the last forty times we played", Scootaloo said, "But you've been the one that loses". "Whatever", Angel said. "Scootaloo, Angel", Flutterkind called from the kitchen, "Breakfast is ready". Scootaloo and Angel smiled and walked into the kitchen. Flutterkind served them and herself and they all began eating. The three ate and talked for a while, then Fluttershy walked in, rubbing her eyes, having just woken up. Scootaloo smiled. "Hey, Mommy", she said. Fluttershy smiled and hugged her daughter. "Good morning, Sweetie", she said, her voice a little weak. She sat in between Scootaloo and Flutterkind, her diaper, which was wet, slightly exposed. "Did you sleep good?", Flutterkind asked Fluttershy. "Yes, Mother", Fluttershy said, "Thank you for rocking me". "Your welcome, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, planting a small kiss on her daughter's cheek. Fluttershy yawned, grabbed a muffin, began nibbling it like a mouse. "So, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "How was your sleepover?" "It was fun", Fluttershy said, "It was the best sleepover we've ever had. I had a hard time sleeping, though, because my friends had too much cider last night". "They got drunk?", Scootaloo asked. "No, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "Buzzed". "Oh... OK", Scootaloo said. Suddenly, there was a knock at the door. Fluttershy was about to get up and answer it, but remembered she was in her foal attire, so Flutterkind did the honors. She walked over to the door and opened it, seeing a random stallion in an orange jumpsuit, looking like he was homeless. Flutterkind raised her eyebrow. "May I help you?", she said. "I... I was told... Scootaloo lived here", the stallion said. "She does...", Flutterkind said. "May... may I speak with her?", the stallion said. Flutterkind quickly checked him all over, making sure he wasn't carrying anything. Finding nothing, she looked back at Scootaloo. "Scootaloo, Sweetie", she said, "Someone's here to see you". Scootaloo shrugged and got up from the table and walked to the door, gasping loudly at who was in the door frame. The stallion smiled. "It's been a long time, Scootasweets", he said, using Scootaloo's unique nickname. Scootaloo's next sentence surprised Flutterkind. "D... Daddy?!", she said. "Yes?", the stallion said. Flutterkind looked at the stallion. "You're Dark Cloud?", she said, "But... Scootaloo, here, told me you... fell". "Actually...", Dark Cloud said, "I lied... I wasn't dead, I was in prison". "Wh...what?", Scootaloo said, "Y... you lied to me... about being dead...?" "Yes...", Dark Cloud said. Scootaloo began to cry and ran upstairs, not even hugging her father. "Scootaloo, wait!" He walked in and ran after her. He soon found Scootaloo in the bathroom, crying to herself loudly. "Scootasweets?" "Go away!", Scootaloo said. "Scootaloo, can you just let me talk to you?", Dark Cloud said. "No!", Scootaloo said, "You're just gonna lie again!" "Scootaloo, please let me in", Dark Cloud said, "I won't lie, I promise". Scootaloo finally let Dark Cloud in. "What do you want?!", Scootaloo said. "Scootasweets", Dark Cloud said, "I know you're upset that I lied to you, but I had to". "No you didn't!", Scootaloo said, "You-!" Dark Cloud covered Scootaloo's mouth before she could finish. "Let me finish, Sweetheart", he said. Scootaloo did, but looked at her father with an angry face. "Now, I had to because if I didn't, you would be very upset". "What?", Scootaloo said. "When you were born", Dark Cloud said, putting his hoof on the top of Scootaloo's head, "You were the most beautiful filly I had ever seen, and I felt so proud of myself for being able to have such a great filly in my family. I knew you loved me when I first looked into your eyes. However, your mother felt the complete opposite about you. She just thought you were the extra filly in the family that nearly killed her when you came from her and kept crying and keeping her up at night. She didn't pay any attention to you at all. I changed your diapers, fed you, and took care of you in any way you needed. I hosted your birthday parties and walked you to school every day you had it". "But you...", Scootaloo said, before her father cut her off to finish. "I'm getting to that part", Dark Cloud said, "Soon, you and I became attached to each other, just like I wanted. When we did, Light Cloud got frustrated because I spent more time with you than her, even though I told her I had to. Then your fourth birthday came, and that's when I gave you Sledge. Light then got upset because I didn't tell her first, but I knew she wouldn't agree. After several more months of taking Light's constant yelling, I decided to divorce her and ask for full custody over you. But then, while you were sleeping, I caught Light in your room with a knife, trying to kill you. I stopped her from doing it by threatening to call Princess Celestia's Guards. The next day, she framed me". "Framed you?", Scootaloo said. "Yes", Dark Cloud said, "She used the theatrical blood left over from your Nightmare Night costume and acted like she had been stabbed by me. And, of course, she called the Guards when I was cooking, and they saw a knife in my hoof. I was arrested for attempted murder". "B-but", Scootaloo said, her expression starting to change, "Wh-why did you lie?" "I told Light Cloud to tell you that I had died", Dark Cloud said, "Because I didn't want you to feel so sad because I was in prison. I felt like it would have been better if I just told you that and then came back to find you again". "B-but Mom", Scootaloo said, a tear running down her face, "Sh-she treated me like garbage! She beat me for no reason! She made me wash the dishes at 5:00 in the morning! She made me eat out of the trash! She starved me! She made me sleep in a box in the backyard, even if it was raining or snowing! You weren't there! You didn't help me! I prayed to Princess Celestia so many times, wanting you back! I wanted you to save me!" "I know, Sweetheart", Dark Cloud said, a tear starting to run down his face, "And I'm sorry. I will never, ever stop loving you, and I just want you to forgive me for all that I did, Every little second I was behind those bars scared me, because I didn't feel like you were safe around Light. I'm just glad I'm with you again, and to see that you're with ponies that care about you? That makes me feel even better". Scootaloo jumped into her father's hooves, crying loudly into his coat. "I'm sorry, Daddy!", Scootaloo said, "I'm sorry!" "It's alright, Sweetheart", Dark Cloud said, "I'm just glad to have my little filly back by my side again". He gave his daughter a little kiss. At that point, Fluttershy walked in, no longer in her foal attire. "Umm...", she said, "Is there something I missed?" Dark Cloud looked at Fluttershy. "Fluttershy?", he said, "Long time no see!" "Who are you?", Fluttershy said. "It's me, Dark Cloud", Dark Cloud said, "You and I used to be best friends". "Darky?", Fluttershy said, "But... I thought you...died". "I was in prison", Dark Cloud said, "My wife framed me, but the minute I was told I was free to go, the first thing I had to do was see my little filly". "Oh...", Fluttershy said, "Well... me and my bunnyfriend, Angel adopted her... and she's under our supervision". "Oh...", Dark Cloud said, "I see..." "I could talk to Princess Celestia and reverse the adoption", Fluttershy said, "If that would make you happy". "No no. That's alright", Dark Cloud said, "She's your's now, and I'm not gonna take her away from a loving mother. I'm gonna move back into my old home, and she could visit me sometimes". "OK", Fluttershy said, "That could be arranged". "Oh...", Dark Cloud said, "May I use your shower for a minute?" "Go ahead", Fluttershy said, stepping out of the bathroom. Dark Cloud put Scootaloo back onto the floor. "I need to take a shower", he said, "Would you mind stepping out for a while?" Scootaloo shook her head and left the bathroom, but sat in the hallway right next to the door. Scootaloo couldn't believe it. Her father was back. After all those years, her father was back. Scootaloo couldn't wait to pick up things the way they left off. ~~~~~~~~~~ After Dark Cloud finished his shower, Scootaloo went home with him. He was carrying her on his back, while Scootaloo was telling him everything that's happened ever since she was adopted by Fluttershy. "... and then my bully became my friend, and then my fillyfriend!", Scootaloo said, "And I got to meet Spitfire and Sapphire Shores and Princess Celestia!" "That's great, Sweetheart", Dark Cloud said, "My little filly has grown up. How am I supposed to hug my little filly if I can't recognize her?" "Daddy!", Scootaloo whined playfully, "Don't say that! You recognize me now, and it's been three years". "I know, Sweetie", Dark Cloud said, "I was just yanking your little chain". Dark Cloud reached behind him and gave Scootaloo a small noogie, making her giggle. "So, I like that cutie mark of your's". "Thank you", Scootaloo said, "I saved Princess Celestia from a timberwolf, and this showed up". "I'm glad you finally got your's, too", Dark Cloud said, "I don't know if you remember it, but when you were a filly, you always complained about not having it, but now, here you are, with a big special talent with you". Scootaloo smiled. "Also, you said you had a fillyfriend?" "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said, "Her name is Silver Spoon". "Silver Spoon, huh?", Dark Cloud said, "Well, that's great, Sweetheart. My little filly really is growing up so fast". After a bit more minutes of walking and talking, the two had finally reached the house. As soon as Dark Cloud opened the door, a very strong, pungent odor struck both of their muzzles, and where the stench was coming from wasn't a surprise. The house was a filthy mess. The two walked around and saw every single room of the house completely messed up. The carpets were seriously dusty, dishes were all over and all in the sink, both bathrooms had wet towels all over the floor, and ants and roaches were all over the kitchen counters. "This place is a mess", Dark Cloud said. Scootaloo wondered how Rarity would have reacted to the house. "And it reeks in here!", Scootaloo said, "I knew Mom wouldn't clean up after herself after I left". "Light never cleans up after herself", Dark Cloud said, "I used to have to clean up after myself and her. Anyway, this house wouldn't be a mess if she hadn't fired our maid". "You mean Spicky Span?", Scootaloo said, "I didn't know Mom fired her". "Yeah, she did", Dark Cloud said, "Well, I'll call her and get her rehired". Dark Cloud walked into the living room and picked up the house phone, while Scootaloo walked back into the kitchen, avoiding the counters. She opened the refrigerator and looked in. Sure enough, everything that was last in there was still in there, fresh and still edible. Scootaloo smiled and was about to grab something when Dark Cloud came back out. "She accepted", he said, "I had to pay her double for it to happen". "Is she on her way?", Scootaloo asked. "Yes", Dark Cloud said, "In the meantime, would you like to go out to eat? I haven't had a good meal in years". "Sure", Scootaloo said, "How about Sugarcube Corner?" "Alright", Dark Cloud said, "Let's go". Two hours later... After having some snacks at Sugarcube Corner with her father and spending time with him, Dark Cloud walked Scootaloo back home. Scootaloo promised to be back, but didn't want to spend the night until the house was completely cleaned, which was sure to take the rest of the day. Anyway, once Scootaloo got back home, she laid down on the couch next to Angel, who was sleeping. She laid for a while, before Flutterkind came and talked to her. "Scootaloo?", she asked. Scootaloo sat up and looked at her grandmother. "Yes, Gramma?", she said. "I've been waiting for you", she said, "Well... actually, Spitfire wants to see you". "Spitfire?", Scootaloo asked, "But, why?" "I don't know", Flutterkind said, "But she did, and she sent Soarin to come pick you up. He should be here any second". "Oh... OK", Scootaloo said. Soon, the doorbell rang and Flutterkind answered it, seeing Soarin standing in the door frame. "I'm here for Scootaloo", he said. "Just a moment", Flutterkind said. She walked into the kitchen to get Scootaloo, who was nibbling the remains of an apple core. "Soarin's here for you, Sweetie". Scootaloo threw the core in the trash and walked to the front door. "See you later, Sweetheart". "You too, Gramma", Scootaloo said, hopping on Soarin's back as Flutterkind closed the door back. "So, Soarin, why does Spitfire want to see me?" "I don't know, kid", Soarin said, "She didn't tell me. She just asked me to come and pick you up". He spread his wings. "Hold on tight". Scootaloo did and Soarin took off, flying back to Cloudsdale. Once they got there, Soarin dropped Scootaloo off at Spitfire's office and left, going down to the mess-hall for some apple pie. Scootaloo knocked on the door and waited. "Come in", Spitfire called from the inside. Scootaloo walked in, seeing Spitfire sitting at her desk wearing her uniform, her face in her hooves. "You wanted to see me, Spitfire?", she asked. "Yeah...", Spitfire said. "What's wrong?", Scootaloo asked, concerned. Spitfire sighed and stood up, facing the filly. "Tonight was supposed to be the Wonderbolts Flier's Competition", she said, "But, the captain of the Shadowbolts, Gale Storm, challenged us to a competition yesterday, and now we're having a 'Battle of the Bolts', and the losing team's captain becomes the winner's slave for a full year". "That's cool!", Scootaloo said, a little excited, "And you're gonna win, right?!" "That's the thing, kid", Spitfire said, "We're gonna lose!" "Lose?", Scootaloo said, "Why?" "Because Fleetfoot is currently suffering fractured wing", Spitfire said, "And can't perform. She, along with Soarin and I, were supposed to represent the Wonderbolts, but now, we're screwed, and I'm gonna have to spend a whole year of my life under Gale's authority!" "Can't you asked Rainbow Dash to fill in?", Scootaloo said, "She's a Wonderbolt now, right?" "Yes, but I can't", Spitfire said, "Dash is not permitted for competitions yet. She is not ready". "OK...", Scootaloo said, "But... why did you want to see me?" "Because...", Spitfire said, looking around to make sure no one else was listening, "I want you to perform with us". Scootaloo gasped loudly as if she were trying to imitate Kirby. "WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAATTTTT?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?", she said, "You want me to perform with you and Soarin?!?!?!?!" "That's what I said", Spitfire said. "B-but", Scootaloo said, "I can't fly, and I'm not a Wonderbolt". "I know you can't fly", Spitfire said, "So I'm gonna teach you how, and hopefully, you'll master it before tonight's competition. And... if you can help us win, you'll officially be named co-captain of the Wonderbolts". "You're gonna teach me... how to fly?!", Scootaloo said, "And... co-captain of the Wonderbolts?" "Yep", Spitfire said, "I've been in need of an assistant for years, and it would be great if you would do it. Plus, you'll get paid". "Not to be rude", Scootaloo said, "But how much?" "400 bits a week", Spitfire said, "Which is 1,200 a month". Scootaloo smiled and nearly fainted. "But, you'll only get all of that if we win, alright?" Scootaloo nodded happily. "Now, are you ready to fly?!" "Yeah!", Scootaloo said. "Am I going deaf?", Spitfire said, rubbing her ear with her hoof, "Because I couldn't hear you. I said, are you ready to fly?!" "YEAH!!!!", Scootaloo yelled as loud as she could. "Then follow me and let's get you in your uniform, Squirt!", Spitfire said, walking out of her office and Scootaloo happily following her. After Scootaloo got fitted for and put in her Wonderbolts uniform, she and Spitfire met in the fields below Cloudsdale for practice. Scootaloo was so happy, but contained it, not wanting to wet herself and risk it to leak into her uniform. She sat in front of Spitfire, completely focused as she spoke. "Now", she said, "This is your first time learning to fly, so it may be a little difficult. Anyway, the first step to flying is the hover. It goes like this". Spitfire got into a position similar to a "down" push-up. "You start like this, and you push toward the ground, flapping your wings and not stopping at all". Spitfire demonstrated and hovered about five hooves into the air. "You try". "Yes, Cap'n", Scootaloo said. Scootaloo got into the position the best she could and pushed, hovering about two hooves, her tiny wings buzzing loudly as she did. But, she was only able to stay in the air for about two seconds before she plopped back down to the ground. Over and over again she tried, but couldn't go any higher than two hooves. Scootaloo kept trying until her little wings began to become sore. She stopped and sat down in the grass, a disappointed look on her face. Spitfire flew over to the filly and sat down next to her. "First time is the hardest, right?", she said, joking with the filly. But, judging by the look on Scootaloo's face, Spitfire knew she wasn't in the mood for jokes at that point. "Look, Scootaloo. This is your first time learning to fly, and I told you, it may be difficult. Plus, you're under pressure since you only have eight hours to learn". "Why does it have to be so hard?", Scootaloo said in a low voice, "Why can't I fly? Just one time? Just to help you win against the Shadowbolts?" "I know it's hard, but you'll get used to it, I promise", Spitfire said, "Now, let's try again, alright?" Scootaloo nodded and stood back up. "OK, reach my level". She hovered into the air about five hooves again. Scootaloo sighed and pushed, clenching her eyes shut and hovering again. She expected to hit the ground again, but she didn't. She opened her eyes to see herself hovering in the air. "I...", she said, very surprised, "I'm... hovering... I'm really hovering!!!!!" She hovered up to Spitfire's level. "Spitfire, I'm doing it!!!" "I can see that, kid!", Spitfire said, getting excited, "Can you go higher?" Scootaloo focused and hovered higher. She was thirty hooves in the air, and level with the normal clouds in the sky. Scootaloo squealed with excitement as Spitfire flew up to her level. "You're doing great, Scootaloo!!!! Take us home! Hover up to Cloudsdale!" "Alright!!!!!", Scootaloo said, hovering the last fifty hooves up to Cloudsdale and landing softly, Spitfire joining her. "Spitfire, I did it! I mastered hovering!" "I know, Scootaloo!", Spitfire said, "Keep it up, and you'll be ready in no time!". Scootaloo smiled brightly. "Now, we'll finish in about two hours". "Two hours?", Scootaloo asked, "Why? I can finish... right... nowwww..." Scootaloo's body became completely relaxed as she passed out, falling right onto the cloud. Spitfire chuckled and picked up the unconscious filly. "That's why", she said, "You're body tires out after a while during your first time". She could feel a vibration in the bottom of Scootaloo's uniform and sighed a little. "Did you have to wet yourself while I was holding you? Eww!" Spitfire chuckled again. "Well, better get you changed before you get a rash". She placed the sleeping filly on her back and walked back to her office. ~~~~~~~~~~ Two hours later, Scootaloo finally woke up to see she was laying on a bed-shaped cloud in Spitfire's office. Scootaloo sat up and rubbed her eyes, seeing Spitfire sitting right next to her, smiling. "Well, sleepy head", she said, resting her hoof on the top of Scootaloo's head, "Enjoy your nap?" "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said. Her stomach growled loudly at that point and Spitfire pulled an energy bar out of her uniform. "You don't want to fly on an empty stomach, Scootaloo", Spitfire said, giving the energy bar to Scootaloo, "Trust me". Scootaloo saw that it was a peanut butter and raisin energy bar. Scootaloo didn't like raisins much, but ate the energy bar anyway. "So, you mastered hovering, which means your ready for step two: flying". "Really?!", Scootaloo said, expelling a few oats in the process. "Yep", Spitfire said, "Ready when you are". Scootaloo instantly got up and followed Spitfire outside again. Once they got out there, Spitfire spoke again. "Now, since you mastered hovering, this should be easy for you. All you have to do is hover into the air, while at the same time flapping in the direction you want to go". She hovered into the air and flew a few fast circles around Scootaloo. Scootaloo nodded and stood up. She hovered into the air and attempted to move in a circle. But, she was only able to move an inch in her direction before plopping back down onto the ground. Over and over she tried, but unsuccessful every time, Scootaloo gave up and sat down, resting her tired wings. "You alright, Scootaloo?", Spitfire asked. "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "Just resting a bit". After about five minutes, Scootaloo tried again. This time, she flew in a complete circle around Spitfire. "Did I just...?" She flew up, down, and sideways. She had finally mastered flying, all she ever wanted to do. "Spitfire, I can fly!!!! I can finally fly!!!!!" "Yeah!!!!", Spitfire said, "You're ready! You mastered flying! Now, it's time to test your flying". "How?", Scootaloo said, "Do I have to do an obstacle course or that big wheel Rainbow Dash had to do?" "No no", Spitfire said, "That's only for adult members. If I were to let a filly try those, I would have to pay medical bills. All you have to do is fly as fast as you can, me chasing you, and if you can stay away from me for a full minute, you're ready for the competition". "So, like tag?", Scootaloo asked. "Exactly", Spitfire said, "I'll give you a ten-second head start. Show me what you got!" She pulled out her stopwatch and set it to a minute. "Ready... start!" Scootaloo dashed off into the air as Spitfire clicked the button. Scootaloo flew for her life, enjoying the wonderful feeling of the strong breeze blow through her mane. No wonder Pegasi loved flying so much. But, soon, her tiny wings became sore, and she had to stop, and Spitfire tackled her onto a cloud, making them both giggle. "How'd I do?!", Scootaloo asked, still pinned under Spitfire, "Did I make it?" Spitfire checked her stopwatch seeing "1:01" in the screen. "You made it with one second to spare!", Spitfire said, "Congratulations, Scootaloo! You're in the Battle of the Bolts tonight!" "YEAYUUUUUHHHHHH!!!!!!!", Scootaloo said. She noticed she was still pinned by Spitfire. "Uh... Spitfire. You mind getting off?" "Oh, right", Spitfire said, unpinning Scootaloo, "Sorry". Scootaloo stood up, smiling. "Now, waddaya say you and I head to the mess-hall for some grub? I can make us some oatburgers and hay fries". "Sure", Scootaloo said. Spitfire smiled and walked to the mess-hall, Scootaloo happily following her. After a while, Spitfire had finished cooking lunch and the two sat down at a table and ate. But, Scootaloo was so excited about flying. All she ever wanted to do was fly, and now she has it mastered. "So", Spitfire said, swallowing a hoofful of hay fries, "I take it you're excited about the comp?" "Yeah!", Scootaloo said between a mouthful of oatburger, "I get to fly with you and Soarin!" She swallowed the last bite of her oatburger and wiped the grease from her mouth. "You make the best oatburgers ever, Spitfire!" "Thanks, kid", Spitfire said, "Soarin thinks the same thing about my apple pies. I'd make you some, but I need to get more pie crusts first. Sorry". "That's cool", Scootaloo said, "Uh... can I have another burger?" "You've already had four", Spitfire said, "Don't you think you've had enough?" "I could go for one more", Scootaloo said. "OK", Spitfire said, "Knock yourself out". Scootaloo grabbed another oatburger and munched down on it hungrily, as did Spitfire. After eating, the two Pegasi cleaned their areas. "So", Scootaloo said, "Is there a specific routine I have to learn for the competition?" "No", Spitfire said, "This competition is a free-fly, meaning no routines. If either team performs a planned routine, they will get disqualified. DQ'ed as I like to call it". "OK", Scootaloo said. "Now", Spitfire said, "The competition starts in three hours. You can either hang out with Soarin and I, or go back home and come back then". "I wanna go tell Mommy and Gramma that I can fly now!", Scootaloo said. "OK", Spitfire said, "I'll see you in three hours, Squirt". Scootaloo nodded and flew back to Fluttershy's Cottage, unknowing that two ponies, a mare and a stallion, wearing purple and black uniforms spying on her and Spitfire. The mare looked back at the two stallions. "An eight year old?!", she said, "An eight year old?! That's who she's replacing Fleetfoot with?!" "Is that even legal?", the stallion said. "Nothin' in the rulebook that says anything about age", the mare said again, "But why is she even recruiting her, anyway?" "She could have a chance, Gale", the stallion said. Gale Storm looked at the stallion near-raged. "I know you're not rooting for those stupid Wonderbolts, Cloud Kicker!", she said. "I'm not", Cloud Kicker said, "I'm just saying, maybe we shouldn't be so unsportsmanlike toward a filly". "So you rather see me in Spitfire's office dressed in a maid outfit?!", Gale Storm said kinda loud, "We Shadowbolts need to win this Battle of the Bolts so we can humiliate Spitfire in front of all of Cloudsdale! All we've ever wanted!" "Yeah!", Cloud Kicker said, "I don't know what I was thinking! She's just fresh hay waiting to be cooked!" "That's the spirit, Cloud!", Gale Storm said, "And after tonight, Spitfire is going to be in my office, scrubbing my spit off of my desk!" The two Shadowbolts flew off. Once Scootaloo got home, she picked up the key under the mat to unlock the door and walked in, closing the door behind her. She saw Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy, talking to each other. Rainbow Dash looked at Scootaloo. "Hey, Squirt", she said, "Nice Wonderbolts costume". "This isn't a costume, Rainbow Dash", Scootaloo said, "It's a real uniform! Spitfire gave it to me!" Rainbow Dash laughed loudly. "Very funny, Squirt", she said, her eyes still closed, "The only way to get to get a real uniform is by enrolling in the Wonderbolts Academy, and you have to know how to fly, first. No offense". Fluttershy's loud gasp and the sound of buzzing made Rainbow Dash open her eyes, seeing Scootaloo hovering in the air, touching the ceiling. "None taken, Rainbow Dash", Scootaloo said, giggling, "Oh, and what was that last part? Something about flying?" Scootaloo flew a few circles around Rainbow Dash. "Sc-Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, very surprised, "You... you're flying..." "Yeah!", Scootaloo said, still flying circles, "Spitfire taught me how to, and she's letting me perform with her and Soarin tonight against the Shadowbolts!" "Battle of the Bolts?!", Rainbow Dash said, "But the stakes are too high! Why did she choose you to represent the Wonderbolts?!" "I don't know", Scootaloo said, stopping and landing in front of Rainbow Dash, "She just told me and taught me how to fly! I finally have mastered flying!" "That's great, Sweetie", Fluttershy said. "Whoa, whoa, whoa!", Rainbow Dash said, "Why did Spitfire ask you and not me? I'm the second fastest Wonderbolt in the history of the Wonderbolts". "She said you weren't ready", Scootaloo said. Rainbow Dash stood up, an enraged look on her face. "I'm not ready?!", she yelled, "I'm not friggin ready?! I've been in the Wonderbolts for two years as a lead pony, and she thinks I'm not ready?! But she thinks an eight year filly who just learned how to fly is ready for the competition against their enemies?! I knew Spitfire had a screw loose!" "Can you keep it down, Rainbow Dash?", Angel said in his bed in the corner, having just been awoken from his nap, "I'm trying to sleep here". "Eh, sorry Angel", Rainbow Dash said. Angel sighed and resumed his nap. "Look, Rainbow Dash", Fluttershy said, "I know you might not like the fact Spitfire chose Scootaloo over you, but this is a good opportunity for her, and I'm sure the Shadowbolts will be no match for the Wonderbolts this year". "Fluttershy...", Rainbow Dash said, rolling her eyes, "Maybe you don't know who the Shadowbolts are. They have beaten every team they have gone up against. They beat the Thunderbolts so bad last year that they broke up, and now they want to destroy the Wonderbolts, and there's probably some stupid stipulation to this contest". "The losing team's captain becomes the winner's slave for a whole year", Scootaloo said. "Oh crap", Rainbow Dash said, "Spitfire's gonna be pissed". "Watch your mouth, Rainbow Dash", Fluttershy said, "You're around a filly. Anyway, Scootaloo, are we able to see you perform?" "I can", Rainbow Dash said, "Wonderbolts get in for free, and get to bring one guest. I'll take you, Fluttershy". "Well, thank you, Rainbow Dash", Fluttershy said, nuzzling Rainbow's cheek, "I hope you do well, Sweetie". "I will!", Scootaloo said, flying back into the air, "And after tonight, Gale Storm is gonna be Spitfire's slave and I'll be co-captain of the Wonderbolts!" "Co-captain?", Rainbow Dash asked, "Who said anything about that?" "Spitfire did", Scootaloo said, "She said if the Wonderbolts won, I would be co-captain and get paid 1,200 bits a month!" "Eh...", Rainbow Dash said, "I don't care. I make more during Weather Patrol". "So when's the competition?", Fluttershy asked. "In two hours", Scootaloo said. "Me and Fluttershy are gonna get goin'", Rainbow Dash said, "Gotta get there early for the good seats". "I'll see you at the competition, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, kissing the top of Scootaloo's head, "I love you". "I love you too, Mommy", Scootaloo said, returning the kiss. Fluttershy grabbed her saddlebag and left. Right when Fluttershy and Rainbow Dash walked out the door frame, Scootaloo saw Angel sneak into Fluttershy's saddlebag. She giggled and sat down on the couch. "I can't believe it", Scootaloo said, "Flying with the Wonderbolts..." ~~~~~~~~~~ Two hours later... It was time. Time for Battle of the Bolts. Scootaloo had used the three tickets Spitfire had given her to invite Dark Cloud, Silver Spoon, and Flutterkind so she could have full family support. Scootaloo was behind the curtains of the stage, peeking out. At the judges table was all of Equestria's Princesses, Celestia, Luna, Cadence, and Twilight Sparkle, all waiting for the show to start. Behind them, in the front row, Scootaloo could see Fluttershy, Rainbow Dash, Flutterkind, Dark Cloud, Silver Spoon, and Angel, also waiting. Scootaloo's stage fright began to take effect as she started to shake a little. "Scootaloo?", Soarin called to her, sitting on a crate next to Spitfire, "You OK?" "Y-yeah", Scootaloo said, "Just got a little stage fright". "It'll go away once you start flying", Spitfire said, "I promise". Scootaloo smiled. "Now, put your goggles on. Trust me, you don't want to end up with a bug in your eye during a comp". Scootaloo nodded and placed her goggles over her eyes. She saw everything in blue, but still liked wearing them. "OK, Soarin, Scootaloo, remember what's at stake here. We need to win this, to prove Wonderbolts are superior to the Shadowbolts, and to avenge our past allies, the Thunderbolts. The only way we're going to defeat the Shadowbolts is working together, not alone, understand?" "Yes, Spitsy", Soarin said. "Yes, Cap'n", Scootaloo said, feeling a little more confident. "Then let's do this!", Spitfire said. At that point, Snips and Snails, wearing black and white striped shirts, serving as the referees, came onto the stage. Scootaloo wondered why they chose Snips and Snails to be the refs, but she knew it could have been worse. At least it wasn't Diamond Tiara. "Mares and Gentlecolts", Snips said loudly in the microphone, sounding excited, "Welcome to Battle of the Bolts!" "Tonight", Snails said, taking the mic from his best friend, "You will see the two best Equestrian flying groups battle it all out in a-" "... a free-flying competition!", Snips said, interrupting his best friend and taking the mic, "Serving as judges, Princess Celestia, Princess Luna, Princess Cadence, and-" "Princess Twilight!", Snails said, taking the mic. The princesses all stood up and waved at the crowd, who cheered loudly. Snips took the mic back. "And now, put your hooves together", he said, "For Equestria's undefeated team, the Shadowbolts!" Gale Storm, Cloud Kicker, and their third flier and former Wonderbolt, Lightning Dust flew over the arena's wall and onto the stage. Scootaloo, Spitfire, and Soarin watched from behind the curtain. "Lightning Dust?!", Spitfire said, "Lightning Dust?!" "I thought she was a Wonderbolt", Scootaloo said. "She used to be", Soarin said, "But she threw a tantrum about being demoted to a wingpony, and she quit. I guess she's part of the Shadowbolts now". "Alright!", Snips said, "Shadowbolts..." "...begin your performance!", Snails finished. After about ten minutes, the Shadowbolts had finished their performance. The princesses all started writing down their opinions and scores for the Shadowbolts, while the Wonderbolts behind the curtain got prepared. The Shadowbolts walked behind the curtain to wait for the results, taunting the Wonderbolts in the progress. But the one that made the biggest taunt was Gale Storm to Spitfire. "Hey, Spitfire", she said, "Don't take the loss too hard. I just hope you know how to cook, clean, and scrub, because you'll be doing so for the next twelve months". She giggled and walked off with the rest of her crew. Spitfire did everything she could to ignore Gale and prepared to go out. "And now", Snips said, "The challengers. The fliers carrying a 53-2 record for battles, the Wonderbolts!" Scootaloo, Spitfire, and Scootaloo came out through the curtains. Scootaloo instantly fed off of the cheering. "Alright!", Snails said, "Wonderbolts, begin your competition!" The Wonderbolts finished their performance in twenty minutes, landing right on top of the stage. The princesses began writing down their thoughts as the Shadowbolts joined the stage and waited for the results. Scootaloo began to shake when she saw Princess Celestia give Snips an envelope and Snails open it. "And the winner of Battle of the Bolts is...", Snails said, looking at the opened letter. "The Shadowbolts!", Snips said. The Shadowbolts began to cheer, while the Wonderbolts began to feel discouraged, especially Scootaloo, who began to cry at that point. Spitfire, though more discouraged than Scootaloo, decided to help her feel better. "It's alright, kid", she said, "You tried your best, and that's all that matters". Gale saw how sad they were and couldn't resist savoring that moment. "Aww", she said, walking over to the two, "Looks like we got some cry babies here. Don't worry, Spitfire. Once you come back with us and become my slave, you'll have a lot of things to cry about". Scootaloo looked at Gale with a raged look and was about to curse at her, before she saw a piece of paper sticking out of her uniform. "What's that?", Scootaloo said, grabbing the paper and looking at it. "Hey, gimme that!", Gale said, before Soarin pushed her away. Scootaloo gasped. "This is a routine paper!", she said, "And it says the same thing they just did!" Spitfire looked at the paper and saw it too. "Get that to those referees, now!", she said. Scootaloo instantly dashed off, successfully getting to Snips and Snails with the help of Spitfire and Soarin. "Snips, Snails!", she said, the paper clenched in her mouth. "What?", they said. Scootaloo gave them the paper and they looked at it. "A routine paper?", Snails said, "But wasn't using routines illegal?" "Yeah", Scootaloo said. Snips and Snails took the paper over to the princesses. After looking at it, Celestia gave them a different envelope and they opened it. "Mares and Gentlecolts", Snails said, "The Shadowbolts have been disqualified!" "They were using a routine the whole time!", Snips said. The crowd began booing and dissing the Shadowbolts, and a few of the younger ponies, including Silver Spoon, started throwing popcorn and other snacks at them. "Therefore", Snips said, "Your winners, by disqualification, the Wonderbolts!" All three Wonderbolts began cheering and celebrating. Scootaloo flew over to her family. "We won!", she said, giving each pony a nuzzle. Scootaloo then flew back down to the stage, seeing the other Shadowbolts chewing Gale out. "Hey, Gale. What was that? Something about taking a loss? Well, you don't seem to be taking your's too easily". "Yeah", Spitfire said, "And now, you are my slave for the next twelve months. I hope you know how to change a diaper, because my new co-captain is incontinent, and I don't want to change her. No offense, Scootaloo". "None taken", Scootaloo said, "I don't think I smell like roses with a full diaper either". The two giggled. "Alright, slave, follow me". Gale sighed and followed Spitfire back to Cloudsdale. ~~~~~~~~~~ 9:00 PM... Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were having a re-do of their sleepover, since Scootaloo had won and their last sleepover was interrupted by psychos. At that point, Silver Spoon was changing Scootaloo out of her messy diaper while talking about the competition. "I still can't believe we won!", Scootaloo said. "Yeah", Silver Spoon said, "I'm proud of you, Scoots. I knew you could do it". Silver Spoon finished changing Scootaloo and Scootaloo kissed Silver Spoon full on the lips. "Thanks, Silver Spoon", she said. "No prob, Scoots", Silver Spoon said, "Anything for a wonderful fillyfriend". Silver Spoon kissed Scootaloo again. Then, she looked at her with a serious face. "Uhh... Scoots?" "Yeah?", Scootaloo asked. "Can I ask you something?", Silver Spoon said, "It's gonna be the craziest thing I'm ever gonna ask you". "What is it?", Scootaloo asked. Silver Spoon leaned in and whispered into Scootaloo's ear. "What's it like acting like foal?" Silver Spoon's Foal Experience/First Day as New Assistant/Payback's a *****Silver Spoon's Foal Experience/First Day as New Assistant/Payback's a ***** Scootaloo was surprised to hear that come from Silver Spoon. She never thought someone so mature would ask about something very immature. But, she forced herself to answer Silver Spoon's question. "Oh...", she said, "Well... it's... uh... cool". "Just cool?", Silver Spoon said. "Well, no", Scootaloo said, "It's... more than that". "Then what's it like?", Silver Spoon asked again, "Be honest, please". Scootaloo blushed and gave her completely honest answer. "It's the best thing ever", she said, "I like it". "You've done it before?", Silver Spoon said. "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "I got curious after seeing Mommy acting like one, so I asked if I could and I liked it". "Well... uh...", Silver Spoon said, "Do you think I could-?" "Yeah!", Scootaloo said, knowing what Silver Spoon was going to ask. At that point, Fluttershy had came downstairs for a glass of water and to check on the fillies. "Is everything OK in here?", she asked. "Yes, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "But, there's something Silver Spoon wants to ask you something". Fluttershy looked at Silver Spoon. "What is it, Silver Spoon?", she asked. "Uh...", Silver Spoon said, "I... Can I... Could I...?" "She wants to see how if feels to act like a foal", Scootaloo finished. Fluttershy smiled. "Oh", she said, "Is that all?" Silver Spoon nodded. "Well, would you like to find out?" "Uh... I guess", Silver Spoon reluctantly said. "Well, great", Fluttershy said, "First, you'll need to get dressed. Follow me, please". Silver Spoon followed Fluttershy alone, since Scootaloo was already dressed. Once they got to the nursery, Silver Spoon had to admire the decor. It may have been a little babyish, but it was brightly colored and neatly decorated. "Hop onto the changing table please", Fluttershy said. Silver Spoon nodded and laid herself on the changing table, sighing lightly as she felt the soft padding touch her back. "Now, I'm glad you want to experience acting like a foal, but I have three rules you must follow. You cannot speak to me, but you may to Scootaloo, you have to listen to me at all times, and you must soil yourself at least once". "Soil myself?", Silver Spoon asked, "You mean... wet myself?" "Wet and mess", Fluttershy said. "Why?", Silver Spoon asked. "Because you're a baby", Fluttershy said, "And babies use their diapers". Silver Spoon bit her lip with nervousness as she looked down at the carpeted floor, thinking about aborting from the idea. "But, I understand if you don't want to". Of course, what Silver Spoon wanted to say was "OK", but thought about it. She did say she wanted the full experience. Plus, she got over the fear of asking, so bailing now would be pointless. "Uh... Fluttershy...", she said, "I... I'll do it, but please keep it between you, me, and Scootaloo! Please!" "Don't worry, hon", Fluttershy said to the slightly-embarrassed filly, "Our little secret. I promise". She leaned down and planted a soft kiss on Silver Spoon's forehead to make her promise completely true, making her blush lightly. "Now, let's get you into a diaper". Fluttershy walked over to her special drawer and opened it. "Would you like cloth or disposable?" "Well...", Silver Spoon said, "Which one is better?" "Both are good, but disposable is better at stopping leaks", Fluttershy said. "Disposable, please", Silver Spoon said. Soon, Fluttershy had diapered Silver Spoon and gotten her in a good pair of flannel hoofie pajamas. Silver Spoon looked at herself in the mirror. The outline of her diaper was a little visible through her pajamas, but other than that, she liked how she was dressed. "Aww", Fluttershy said, cooing at the diapered filly, "You look so cute in that". Silver Spoon blushed. "Thanks, Flu-", Silver Spoon said, before Fluttershy placed a grey pacifier in her mouth, cutting her off. "Shh...", she said, "Babies can't talk". Silver Spoon nodded and suckled, finding it very pleasant. Fluttershy smiled, picked up the filly, and carried her over to a large playpen filled with toys, setting her down. "Now, you play, while I go get your sister, OK?" Silver Spoon nodded as Fluttershy walked back downstairs. A little while later, Fluttershy placed Scootaloo in there as well. "You two play nice together, and I'll be over there keeping an eye on you". Scootaloo nodded as Fluttershy walked away. "Uh... Scoots?", Silver Spoon whispered, remembering what Fluttershy said, "I don't know what to do". "You play, duh", Scootaloo said, "Just grab something and start playing with it". Scootaloo grabbed a small rattle and started playing. "Uh... okay", Silver Spoon said, grabbing a plushie and playing with it. It was hard, but she soon began to have fun. She even played a little with Scootaloo to double her fun. But, she became distracted from her imagination when her stomach growled loudly, as did Scootaloo's. "I'm getting a little hungry", Silver Spoon said. "Yeah, me too", Scootaloo said. She stood up and stared at her mother until Fluttershy finally looked at her. "Everything OK, Sweetie?", she said. Scootaloo pointed at her mouth, signaling she was hungry. Fluttershy chuckled. "Does somepony want num-nums?" Both fillies nodded. "Alright. You wait here while I make you a little snack". Fluttershy walked down into the kitchen and soon returned with a small tray, containing grilled cheese sandwiches cut in quarters, chocolate-chip-cookies, and two baby bottles filled with warm chocolate milk. Fluttershy even emphasized the "baby" effect by cutting the crusts off of the sandwiches. "Here you go", she said, setting the tray in the playpen, "Eat up". And that's just what the two did, eating every single bite of food on the tray. Scootaloo had also finished her milk bottle at that point. But, Silver Spoon's bottle was untouched and still completely full, and Fluttershy noticed this. "Aren't you gonna use your bottle, Silver Spoon?", she asked. Silver Spoon looked at her with a confused look. "Oh, I forgot it was your first time. Well, would you like some help?" Silver Spoon shrugged her shoulders, as if to say "I guess". Fluttershy smiled as she walked over to the playpen and grabbed Silver Spoon and the foal bottle. She then walked over to her rocking chair, sat down, and held Silver Spoon like a foal in her lap. Silver Spoon blushed heavily, knowing what was coming next. Fluttershy placed the tip into Silver Spoon's mouth and waited for her to suckle. Silver Spoon's face went completely red as she became very embarrassed. Fluttershy could see Silver Spoon was having a hard time, so she decided to help. "It's alright, Sweetheart", she whispered into her ear, "I know it may seem hard to do this, but it's what a baby does. All you have to do is suckle". Scootaloo decided to help also by turning her back toward the two and playing some more. "But, just take your time and do it when you're comfortable enough". Silver Spoon laid in Fluttershy's lap for several more minutes before she finally worked up the courage to drink from the bottle. She began to suckle very slowly, getting small squirts of milk as a result. Fluttershy smiled as Silver Spoon did so. After about five minutes, Silver Spoon began to pick up the pace as she started getting used to the suckling. Fluttershy let Silver Spoon hold the bottle in her own mouth as she began to cradle her, humming a small tune into her ear, and after about ten minutes, she finally suckled the bottle dry. Fluttershy pulled the bottle out of Silver Spoon's mouth, placed her over her shoulder, and patted her back. "Burp, please", she said. Silver Spoon focused and forced out a loud burp, sighing a little afterwards. "Oh my. Somepony must have really been hungry. That was a big one". Silver Spoon blushed and buried her face back in Fluttershy's coat. But then, she felt her stomach tighten up and a loud gurgle came from her stomach. Then, a very uncomfortable feeling struck her, and she was familiar with it. Silver Spoon panicked and look up at Fluttershy with severe discomfort. "What's wrong, hon?", Fluttershy said. Silver Spoon was about to say something, but remembered she couldn't talk, so she pressed her hooves into the front of her diaper and crossed her hind legs over them, hoping Fluttershy would get what she was saying. Luckily for her, she did. "Oh", Fluttershy said, "Does somepony need to go potty?" Silver Spoon nodded desperately. "Well, go ahead. You're wearing a diaper". Silver Spoon really didn't want to, but knew she had to if she wanted the full experience of foalhood. "Take your time, hon". Silver Spoon looked at Scootaloo to make sure she wasn't looking. Seeing Scootaloo's back to her, Silver Spoon buried her face in Fluttershy's coat and pushed. After a loud pass of wind, she finally emptied her bladder and bowels right into her diaper. She yelped a little, very disturbed by the. feeling. But, right when she finished, she began to like the feeling. The soiled diaper felt nice and warm, a feeling she had never felt before. She liked it. "There we go", Fluttershy said, cooing at the filly, "That wasn't so bad, was it?" Silver Spoon blushed, still a little embarrassed, but able to shake her head happily. "Great. I knew you would be able to soil your diaper". Then, Fluttershy decided to play with her a little. "Who's the stinky filly? Who's the stinky filly?" She began tickling Silver Spoon's belly as fast as she could. Silver Spoon squirmed and laughed loud, trying to escape her grasp. Her squirming caused the mess in her diaper to squish all around her flank. "F-Fluttershy, please!", Silver Spoon said, forgetting about not talking, "S-stop!" Right when Fluttershy stopped, Silver Spoon realized she talked. "S... sorry". "It's alright, Silver Spoon", Fluttershy said, "You can talk now. That's your reward for soiling yourself". Silver Spoon nodded. "Now, let's get you changed". "Mommy", Scootaloo called from the playpen, "I pooped myself too". Fluttershy smiled. "Alright", she said, "Let's get you both changed". Soon, Fluttershy had changed both Scootaloo and Silver Spoon and put them back in their pajamas. "All right. Time for babies to go night-night. They have school tomorrow". Both fillies nodded. "Would you two like to sleep in the crib or on the mat?" "Crib, please", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy picked up Scootaloo and placed her in the large crib. "Uh... I'll take the crib too", Silver Spoon said. Fluttershy picked her up and placed her in the crib next to Scootaloo. She then covered them up with the yellow foal blanket and fluffed their pillows a little. "Goodnight, little foals", she said, walking out of the nursery and turning off the light, leaving the door cracked open a little. Before falling asleep, the two diapered fillies talked to each other. "So", Scootaloo said, "Did you like acting like a foal?" "Like it?", Silver Spoon asked, "I love it! No wonder you like this!" "I told you", Scootaloo said. "But", Silver Spoon said, "I'm gonna have to get used to pooping in a diaper. Still seems a little gross". "You'll get over it", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon smiled and cuddled Scootaloo, kissing her as well. "Night, Silver Spoon". "Night, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said. The two fell asleep. ~~~~~~~~~~ The next morning, Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were having a breakfast of cinnamon rolls and chocolate milk before they had to get ready for school, both in messy diapers. Silver Spoon was wearing one to try and get used to the feeling, while Scootaloo was wearing one to make Silver Spoon feel a little more comfortable with it. "I'm ready to get this day over with", Scootaloo said. "Why?", Silver Spoon asked, shifting in her diaper for the sixth time. "Because after school, Spitfire's gonna show me how to be a co-captain", Scootaloo said, sounding very excited. "Oh, OK", Silver Spoon said. "And I can't wait until I tell everyone at school that I'm a Wonderbolt now!", Scootaloo said. "Uh... Scoots", Silver Spoon said, "Not to shoot down your enthusiasm, but you know that nopony's gonna believe you unless you prove it, right?" "What's that mean?", Scootaloo said. "It means you have to prove it or they won't believe you", Silver Spoon said, "Think about it. You're eight. There's never been a Wonderbolt younger than sixteen. Plus, you just learned how to fly, so they're not gonna believe you can fly as good as a Wonderbolt. Lastly, no one in that class, not even Ms. Cherilee, will believe you met Spitfire or Soarin, who are two of the greatest Wonderbolts ever". "Wow", Scootaloo said, "Never thought of it that way". "I didn't think so", Silver Spoon said, "So unless you can prove it, nopony's gonna believe you". Scootaloo thought for a bit, then smiled. "I'll be back", she said, "Gotta make a call". Scootaloo went into the living room, picked up the house phone, and dialed Spitfire's number. It rang for a bit, then it clicked. "*groan* Hello?", Spitfire said at the other end of the line, having just been woken up. "Hey, Spitfire", Scootaloo said, "You awake?" "Well, I am now", Spitfire said, "What's up, Scootaloo?" "Well, I wanna tell my classmates that I'm the new co-captain of the Wonderbolts", Scootaloo said, "But I don't think they'll believe me. Can you come to my school around 12:00 today to help me prove it?" "*yawn* Actually", Spitfire, "I got something better". "What's is it?", Scootaloo asked. "As you know, your first day as co-captain starts today", Spitfire said, "How about I pick you up from school and then help you prove it?" "Sure!", Scootaloo said, "Should I go to school in my uniform?" "If you want to", Spitfire said, "It would beat the time of having to go get it". "OK", Scootaloo said, "So... how's having a new slave been so far?" "It's been great!", Spitfire said, "I haven't had to do anything myself so far. Oh, hey, hold on a sec. I'll put you on speaker". Spitfire did. "Hey slave, get in here!" Gale Storm walked in, wearing a maid costume. "Yes... Superior...?", she said, her teeth slightly clenched. "Scootaloo's on the phone", Spitfire said. She quickly scribbled down something on a piece of paper and gave it to Gale. "Read this". Gale scanned through it and looked back at Spitfire. "Really?", she said, "I rather not". "Then you would rather clean the bottom of the outhouses tonight?", Spitfire said, "Just to let you know, it's nacho night". Gale Storm growled. "I thought so. Now speak loudly. She's on speaker". Gale Storm rolled her eyes and read. "Hey, Scootaloo", Gale read, "It's Gale Storm. You know, the stupid idiot that got DQ'ed at the Battle of the Bolts?" Scootaloo giggled a little. "I'm now Spitfire's new slave for a year, and it's been the best time of my life, because Spitfire's the best Bolts captain in the whole wide world of Equestria and..." She stopped when she came to the last part. "I'm not reading this!" "Do it or you'll be cleaning the outhouses right now!", Spitfire said, "In fact, I got a huge dump I've been holding for a while, so you better wise up!" Gale growled loudly. "... and the Shadowbolts are no match for the Wonderbolts", she said, clenching her teeth as hard as she could, "Shadowbolt costumes look like yellow and purple turds and they can't fly worth a crap. Wonderbolts are the... greatest... flying team... ever to be formed... in... Equestria". Scootaloo laughed as hard as she could into the phone, making Spitfire laugh as well. "All right", Spitfire said to Gale, "Go make me some waffles. I'm starving". Gale rolled her eyes and walked off to the mess hall, while Spitfire turned her attention back to Scootaloo. "Anyway, see you at 3:00, Squirt". "You too, Spitfire", Scootaloo said, having just pulled herself together, "Bye". Hanging up the phone, she went back into the kitchen and sat back down next to Silver Spoon. "I did it!" "Did what?", Silver Spoon asked. "Spitfire's gonna pick me up from school today and help me prove I'm a Wonderbolt!", Scootaloo said, "I'm gonna go to school in my uniform and see how many ponies believe me, and then I'll go in for the kill at 3:00". "That actually sounds like a good idea, Scoots", Silver Spoon said, "Alright, just remember, you got me, Snips, and Snails, who already know you are. But, we have twenty-seven classmates, and one of them is Diamond Tiara". "I know I know", Scootaloo said, "I guess we'll just have to find out. So... how's the full diaper feeling so far?" "You know, it actually feels great now", Silver Spoon said, "This could be a regular thing. When we have sleepovers that is. I don't think Mom and Dad will approve of me pooping myself and acting like a baby". "Good thinking", Scootaloo said, "Alright, let's go get changed. Don't wanna go to school smelling like dirty diapers". Silver Spoon nodded and the two walked into the nursery to get changed. After getting changed and finishing their breakfast, Scootaloo and Silver Spoon got their saddlebags and started walking to school. On the way there, they were joined by Applebloom and Sweetie Belle, who had their stuff as well. "Hey, Scootaloo!", Sweetie Belle said. Scootaloo turned to face her friends. "Hey Applebloom. Hey Sweetie Belle", she said, "What's up?" "Ya were great at that competition yest'rday", Applebloom said. "You were there?", Scootaloo said. "Yeah!", Sweetie Belle said, "You won by disqualification. Better than a loss, right?" "Yep", Scootaloo said, "Spitfire's gonna pick me up from school today and help me prove that I'm a Wonderbolt". "Great", Applebloom said, "So, how'd ya learn how ta fly so fast?" "Spitfire taught me", Scootaloo said, "It was pretty easy". "Bet it's easier than performing magic", Sweetie Belle said, "I'm still trying to master levitation. I can barely keep my horn lit up". "I thought Twilight said you mastered it already", Silver Spoon said. "Yeah, I mastered how to levitate a broom", Sweetie Belle said, "I wanna master levitation for everything". "Oh, OK", Silver Spoon said. The fillies kept talking randomly until they reached the schoolhouse, sitting in their group at the same time Cherilee walked in and sat at her desk. "Good morning, my little ponies!", she said. "Morning, Ms. Cherilee", the class said. "I'm in a very good mood today", Cherilee said, "So I'm gonna share some of my good mood with you. Until after lunchtime, you're free to do anything you want". The class all became happy and did just that. "Scootaloo, would you please come here?" Scootaloo shrugged and walked over to Cherilee. "Follow me please". Cherilee walked out into the hallway, Scootaloo following. "What's up, Ms. Cherilee?", Scootaloo said. "Well", Cherilee said, "I was looking over your grades and you're doing very good". Scootaloo smiled. "However, you're failing reading right now because you flunked the test I gave you". "Oh...", Scootaloo said, "Well... I'm not really much of a reader". "I understand", Cherilee said, "Most fourth graders aren't good readers. But, if you would like, I could help you raise that grade. You don't want to show Fluttershy a report card with a D- on it, do you?" Scootaloo shook her head. "I didn't think so. Anyway, when lunchtime comes, stay in the classroom and we'll eat and read together, alright?" "Yes, Ms. Cherilee", Scootaloo said, "Oh, and why are you in such a good mood today?" Cherilee blushed and looked up and down the hallway to make sure she and Scootaloo were alone. "Big Macintosh and I decided to tie our knot", Cherilee said, showing Scootaloo her tail. At the root of where it was growing, there was a tail-ring, coated in solid, clear diamonds. Scootaloo smiled, knowing what that meant. "You're getting married?", Scootaloo said. "Yes!", Cherilee said, "He proposed to me yesterday at Heartstrings' Confectionery, and he gave me this tail-ring!" "Well, that's great, Ms. Cherilee", Scootaloo said. Cherilee smiled. "Alright, please take your seat", Cherilee said. Scootaloo nodded and walked back into the classroom, holding the door open for Cherilee. ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, lunchtime came. The class grabbed their lunchboxes and ran outside. Scootaloo, however, ate her lunch at her desk in the classroom as she waited for Cherilee to come back, who had went to Heartstrings' Confectionery to grab herself some lunch. Scootaloo had just finished when Cherilee finally walked in and sat at her desk. "Sorry I'm a little late, Scootaloo", she said, "I had to stop at the bookstore and pick up a couple books for us to read". "That's OK, Ms. Cherilee", Scootaloo said. She then looked down at the bottom of her uniform. "Uh... Ms. Cherilee?" "Yes?", Cherilee said. "I'm a little wet", she said. Cherilee nodded and walked into the teacher's restroom, Scootaloo following. One change later, the two went back into the classroom. "Now, when I picked up these books", Cherilee said, "I chose first and second grade level ones. They may be a little easy for you, but they'll help your literature skills rise a little, OK?" Scootaloo nodded as Cherilee sat down at her desk. "So... where do I sit?", Scootaloo said. "In my lap, of course", Cherilee said, chuckling a little, "I won't bite". "Oh... OK", Scootaloo said, hopping into Cherilee's lap. "Alright", Cherilee said, "We'll begin with Itsy Bitsy Spider". Scootaloo smiled. "That's my favorite book", she said. Cherilee smiled and read the book along with Scootaloo. 2:57 PM... "Alright, my little ponies", Cherilee said, "We have three minutes left. So, would anypony like to share what they did over the weekend?" Scootaloo instantly raised her hoof. "Yes, Scootaloo?" "I learned how to fly and became the co-captain of the Wonderbolts!", Scootaloo said happily, flying up to the ceiling to prove her flying theory. "Load of crap!", Diamond Tiara shouted from the back, "There's no way they would allow a chicken who just learned how to fly to be the co-captain of one of the flying groups in Equestria!" "Well, how do you explain the uniform, Tiara?", Scootaloo said, "You know they don't sell Wonderbolt or Shadowbolt costumes unless it's around Nightmare Night". "That's a fake costume!", Diamond Tiara said, "You probably got that from the bit store! They sell everything!" "They do?", Teacher's Pet asked. "You're not a Wonderbolt!", Diamond Tiara said, "You're just a stupid chicken in a Wonderbolt uniform!" Right then, something flew right through the door, and landed in front of the whole class. Spitfire had arrived, smiling brightly. "It's Spitfire!", Peppermint Twist said. "The one and only", Spitfire said. Scootaloo smiled and stood next to her. "'Sup, Squirt?" Spitfire ruffled Scootaloo's mane. "So, my ears are ringing. Was somepony just talking badly about my new co-captain?" Everyone in the class instantly pointed to Diamond Tiara. Spitfire walked over to her and pressed her muzzle against Diamond's hard. Diamond Tiara started shivering and wished she could take back what she said. "Let this be a warning to you", Spitfire said, "When you pick on one of us Wonderbolts, you pick on all of us. If I hear that you've been picking on my co-captain again, things are gonna get real messy for you, understand?" "Y-yes... ma'am", Diamond Tiara forced herself to say. The bell rang at that point and the class and Cherilee all left out, including Diamond Tiara, who decided she didn't want any more of Spitfire at the moment. "Thanks, Spitfire!", Scootaloo said, hugging her captain. "No problem, kid", Spitfire said, returning the hug, "OK, let's get to Cloudsdale. Got a big check for 400 bits with your name on it waiting for you". Scootaloo smiled and Spitfire flew to Cloudsdale, Scootaloo following. Once they Pegasi got to Cloudsdale, Spitfire lead Scootaloo to her office and let her in. Gale Storm was sleeping on the floor, having collapsed from exhaustion from working so hard. But, Spitfire couldn't have cared less. "Hey!", Spitfire said, kicking Gale's back, waking her up, "I didn't tell you to sleep! Last time I checked, your bedtime was at midnight". "C'mon, Spitfire", Gale said, "Can't I-?" She was cut off when Spitfire slapped her right across her face, making her squeal in pain a little. "You call me 'Superior'!", Spitfire said, "You call me by my name again and see what happens!" Gale had to try everything in her power not to return the slap. "Can't I just have a break?", Gale asked, rubbing her tender face, "I've been working ever since last night". "You know damn well you would do the same thing to me if we had lost", Spitfire said, "You and your Shadowbolts have been taunting and dissing us Wonderbolts for six years, and it's payback time for us!" Gale sighed. "Yes, Sp-", Gale said, instantly cutting herself off, "Superior". "Good", Spitfire said, "Now get out. I wanna talk to my assistant". Gale nodded and walked out of the room. Spitfire then turned her attention back to Scootaloo. "Have a seat, kid". Scootaloo nodded and sat in one of the chairs in front of Spitfire's desk as Spitfire went into her mini-refrigerator under her desk. "Want a soda?" "Sure", Scootaloo said. Spitfire grabbed a can of soda from the refrigerator and tossed it to Scootaloo. After grabbing one for herself, she sat in front of her new assistant. "Alright, Squirt", she said, "I wanna warn you, being an assistant is a bit of work. For example, if I can't lead the rest of the team for the day, you have to". Scootaloo nodded. "But, I'll leave you an instruction paper for those days. Anyway, you and I will be sharing my office until we can get a room built for your's. You can get anything you want from my fridge, but if you want to leave the office and I'm not in here, hang that sign up on the door". "Yes, ma'am", Scootaloo said. "So", Spitfire said, "Come with me. I gotta introduce you in front of the others". Scootaloo nodded and followed Spitfire out of the office. ~~~~~~~~~~ After getting introduced to the rest of the Wonderbolts, Scootaloo was sitting next to Spitfire's desk, taking advantage of Gale, while Spitfire was stamping documents with her hoof. Gale was shining Scootaloo's hind hooves as Scootaloo sat in one of the office chairs. "God, your hooves smell like fish", Gale mumbled under her breath, furiously scrubbing Scootaloo's hooves. "And so does your breath", Scootaloo said, "But you don't hear me complaining. It's not my fault you didn't beat us at the competition". "Actually, we did!", Gale said, starting to yell at her, "And if you weren't such a friggin' snitch, Spitfire would be at MY academy dressed like this!" Something hit Gale in the back of the head, making her squeal a bit. She looked down and saw it was small stapler. "Anything you say to my co-captain, you say to me", Spitfire said, "So you better watch your tone, Gale". Gale mumbled under her breath again and went back to shining. "That's enough", Scootaloo said after five minutes, "Thanks". Gale sighed and looked at Spitfire. "Anything else... Superior?", she said. "Uh... I don't see anything else that needs to be done", Spitfire said. "My diaper is wet", Scootaloo said as Spitfire smiled. "Never mind", she said, "Change her". Gale growled and changed Scootaloo out of her wet diaper. Right then, the phone rang and Spitfire picked it up. "Hello?", she said. "Spitfire?", Fluttershy said, "May I speak to Scootaloo please?" "Sure", Spitfire said, "Scoots, phone for ya". Scootaloo stood up and took the phone. "Hello?", she said. "Hello, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "Is everything OK?" "Yes, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "Well, I've got some good news and bad news", Fluttershy said. "What's the bad news?", Scootaloo asked. "Silver Spoon was hospitalized two hours ago", Fluttershy said, "She went into anaphylactic shock after accidentally eating too much peanut butter". "What?!", Scootaloo said, sounding surprised and scared, "Why did she eat peanut butter?! She has food allergies!" "I don't know, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "But, the good news is that she's OK, now". "Can I go see her?!", Scootaloo asked. "Yes", Fluttershy said, "Just be careful, alright?" "OK", Scootaloo said, quickly hanging up the phone. She then turned to face Spitfire. "Spitfire! Can I go to the hospital, please? My fillyfriend is sick!" "Sure", Spitfire said, "As long as you come back in an hour". "OK", Scootaloo said. "Fillyfriend?", Gale asked, washing her hooves the seventh time, "You're a lesbian?" Scootaloo looked at Gale and was about to speak, but Spitfire beat her to it. "Yes, she is", she said, "And she's proud of it. But don't worry, Gale. It's not like you'll ever get what she has". "I've got a husband, Spitfire!", Gale screamed. By the time she realized she forgot to say "Superior", it was too late, and a full soda-can hit her right in her muzzle, making her scream and fall to the ground. "I'll give you the rest of the day off, Scootaloo", Spitfire said, "Things might get a little hardcore after I'm done with Gale here". She grabbed a blank check and scribbled down what she needed to, signing it afterwards. "Here's your payment, kid". Scootaloo smiled, took the check, and flew to Ponyville Hospital. After getting there, she instantly ran inside and up to the front desk, where Dr. Hooves was. He looked up and saw the filly, smiling. "Good afternoon, Scootaloo", he said. "Dr. Hooves!", Scootaloo said, "Is Silver Spoon here? I really need to see her!" "She is", Dr. Hooves said, "But visiting hours have ended. You'll have to come back tomorrow ". "But I need to see her now!", Scootaloo desperately pleaded, "She's my fillyfriend!" "I'm sorry, Scootaloo", Dr. Hooves said, "But rules are the rules. You may see her tomorrow". "Please, Dr. Hooves?", Scootaloo said, "Please?" She shot, Dr. Hooves with her signature puppy-dog eyes, hoping they would work. Dr. Hooves sighed and walk around the desk. "Alright", he said, "But if any nurses ask, you were already here, alright?" She happily nodded and followed him to the room Silver Spoon was in. Once they got to the door, Dr. Hooves quickly walked off and Scootaloo knocked loudly. "*groan*... come in...", Silver Spoon weakly said from the inside. Scootaloo opened the door and saw Silver Spoon laying in the hospital bed, a large metal bucket next to her. "Silver Spoon?", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon slowly turned her head to face Scootaloo. "Scoots?", she said, smiling slowly. Scootaloo smiled and kissed her, instantly pulling away. "Blah!", she said, spitting loudly, "Your breath tastes like barf!" "S-sorry", Silver Spoon said, "It's... a side effect of... getting your stomach pumped". After Scootaloo got the taste out of her mouth, she faced Silver Spoon again. "So, Mommy told me you ate peanut butter", she said, "Why? Peanuts can kill you!" "I know, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said, "It was Diamond Tiara". Scootaloo cringed at that name. "What?", she said. "Diamond Tiara is the reason I'm laying in this hospital bed", Silver Spoon said, "She... hold on. *retch*" She quickly grabbed her bucket and puked loudly into it. Scootaloo had to fight her stomach's urge to do the same. "Eww!", she said loudly. Silver Spoon recovered from her vomiting and wiped a bit of bile from her lip. "S-sorry...", she said, taking a long sip of her water, "Like I was saying, Diamond Tiara told me her dad's birthday was today, and brought me a huge piece of chocolate cake. I didn't want to trust it, but I couldn't help myself, 'cuz I love chocolate. What I didn't know is that she filled it with peanut butter and covered the flavor with sprinkles. My whole face swelled up and I got a pretty bad rash". "So they pumped your stomach?", Scootaloo asked. "Yeah... *retch*", Silver Spoon said, before sending another helping of vomit into the bucket, Scootaloo shielding her eyes. After finishing and another drink of her water, Silver Spoon finished. "But, even though the rash and swelling is gone. my stomach hurts and I can't stop puking. I'm just lucky I don't have diarrhea or something". "Yeah", Scootaloo said. Both fillies giggled and Silver Spoon blew her nose. "Uh, Scoots?", she said, "You remember how you still owe me from when I changed your messy diaper while you were in here?" Scootaloo nodded. "Well, can you repay me and dump my bucket in the commode in there?" "Uh... sure...", Scootaloo reluctantly said. After dumping the bucket and returning, Scootaloo sat down on the bed next to her sick fillyfriend. Silver Spoon moved a little closer and rested her head on the front of Scootaloo's diaper. "So", she said, fighting the urge to puke again, "How was your time with Spitfire?" "It was good", Scootaloo said, "Spitfire let me have the rest of the day off after I found out you were in here". Silver Spoon blushed with a bit of flattery. "Scoots", she said, "I need you to do me a very large favor". "What?", Scootaloo said. "I need you to get Diamond Tiara back for me", Silver Spoon said, "I'm gonna be in here for a while". "Get her back?", Scootaloo asked, "How?" "The same way she did me", Silver Spoon said, "Remember when I ate all that pie and you-know-what happened?" Scootaloo nodded. "That's what I want you to do and-" "But that would be like a prank", Scootaloo said, "Diamond Tiara almost killed you". "If you would have let me finish what I had to say", Silver Spoon said, "Maybe it would have sounded better". She grabbed a small bottle of medicine and gave it to Scootaloo. "What's this?", Scootaloo asked. "This is the strongest liquid laxative Equestria makes", Silver Spoon said, "They had to give it to me to help me pass that peanut butter. Just one teaspoon makes you go like I did after all of that pie, so imagine what this whole bottle could do". Scootaloo smiled evilly. "I think I see what you're getting at", she said. "Exactly", Silver Spoon said, "Now, you know she isn't easy to fool, so you'll have to trick her somehow". Scootaloo nodded. "And, once she's on the pot suffering, take my cellphone and record all the sounds you hear so I can have some dirt on her". Silver Spoon gave Scootaloo her pink cellphone. "Good luck, Scoots". "Thanks, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, kissing Silver Spoon's cheek. She got up and before walking out of the room, she winked at her fillyfriend and left. After looking around Ponyville for Diamond Tiara, Scootaloo finally found her at Ponyville Lake, throwing small stones into the water. Scootaloo began to get very excited and hid the laxative and cellphone in her Wonderbolts Uniform. "Diamond Tiara", she said. Diamond Tiara looked back at Scootaloo. "What do you want, chicken?", she rudely said. "Hey", Scootaloo said, "That's kinda mean to say to a filly who wants to treat you to some pie at Sugarcube Corner". "Treat me to pie?", Diamond Tiara said, "Why?" "Cuz I just want to pay you back from what happened with you and Spitfire", Scootaloo lied, "Plus..." She thought about another lie to reel in her bait. "I might let you meet Princess Celestia if you come with me". Diamond Tiara smiled. "Jeez, Scootaloo", she said, "Don't know what's gotten into you, but sure". Scootaloo smiled and lead Diamond Tiara to Sugarcube Corner. It wasn't after-hours, but since she had just been paid, it didn't make her worry. They walked in and sat at a table until Pinkie Pie came over to them. "Hi Scootaloo! Hi Diamond!", she said, her usual smile glued to her face, "What can I get for you?" "We'll take five whole pies", Scootaloo said, "Chocolate, please". "That's a lot of pie for two fillies", Pinkie said, "But OK. Twenty-seven bits, please". Scootaloo gave Pinkie her check. "Okie Dokey Lokie! I'll have your change once I come back!" Pinkie dashed off as Diamond Tiara looked at Scootaloo. "So... why?", she said. "Why what?", Scootaloo asked. "Why'd you want me to come here with you?", Diamond Tiara asked. "Because I was thinking", Scootaloo lied again, "You and I should put this rivalry behind us". "Yeah right!", Diamond Tiara said, "You're up to something, and I just know it!" "Tiara, I'm treating you to pie at Sugarcube Corner with MY payment", Scootaloo said, "Why would I be up to something? You think I'm gonna sneak laxative into your pie or something?" "But after all I've done to you?", Diamond Tiara asked, "And you're just giving me pie? You really want us to be friends?" "I didn't say 'friends'", Scootaloo said, "I'm just saying we could be on the same page from now on". "Well...", Diamond Tiara said, "You let me meet Princess Celestia, and maybe, I'll stop bullying you, for good". Scootaloo smiled as Pinkie came back with the pies and Scootaloo's change. "Here ya go!", she said, setting the pies on the table and giving Scootaloo a medium-sized beige bag, full of bits. "I'll be back", Diamond Tiara said, "Gotta wash my hooves first". Scootaloo nodded as Diamond Tiara walked off. Quickly, Scootaloo took her fork and poked a small hole in all of the pies but the two for herself and poured and even amount of the liquid in them, ditching the bottle afterwards. She cackled lightly and waited for her to come back. Once Diamond Tiara came back, she began eating, as did Scootaloo. "This pie is good!", Diamond Tiara said, finishing the first one, "It's like there's an extra ingredient in it!" "There sure is", Scootaloo mumbled, trying hard not to laugh as she swallowed her pie. Soon, it finally happened. Scootaloo could her a loud rumble as Diamond Tiara held her stomach and groaned loudly, a loud blast of gas escaping her as well. "Excuse *groan* me!", Diamond Tiara said, passing wind again. "You OK, Tiara?", Scootaloo said, chuckling. Diamond Tiara ran into the bathroom, leaving clouds of smelly gas behind her. It had spread throughout the restaurant at that point, making all the other customers hold their hooves over their muzzles. Scootaloo quickly ran into the bathroom, grabbed Silver Spoon's phone, and started the sound recorder. "Ugh... *Bllllaaaarrrp!* What's wrong with me? *Burp!*", Diamond Tiara said as she sat in the stall. "Tiara, I have to admit", she said, "You're one giant sucker". "Wh... What? *pfff!*", Diamond Tiara said. "You wanna know why you're in there right now?", Scootaloo said, pulling out the empty laxative bottle and rolling it under the stall door. Diamond Tiara looked at it. "Laxative?!", she said, "Did you *Faaaaarrrrrtttt!* set me up?!" "Maybe", Scootaloo said, "I don't care about this rivalry, much less about you. I know what you did to Silver Spoon!" "So what?!", Diamond Tiara said, "She got what she *ugh!* deserved after what she did to me!" "You almost killed her, you spoiled brat!", Scootaloo said, "She has food allergies and you fed her peanut butter! So that's what I snuck Equestria's strongest laxative in your pie! And, I'm recording you right now on Silver Spoon's phone!" "What?!", Diamond Tiara said. "Yep", Scootaloo said. "You stupid chicken!", Diamond Tiara said, "When I get outta here, I'm gonna-!" Diamond Tiara stopped, feeling a certain build-up below. "Oh no!" After a very loud grunt... *BLLLLLLLAAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRPPPPPPPPPTTTTTTTTTT!!!!!!!* *FFFFFFAAAAAAARRRRTTT!* *splash* *splash* *Pffft* *Pfft* *sploosh* *toot* Scootaloo laughed really hard and fell over onto her back on the floor. Diamond Tiara was crying from pain and embarrassment, knowing she was being recorded. Scootaloo pulled herself together and stopped recording, saving the sound recording and putting the phone back into her uniform. She decided she had recorded enough, so she left the restaurant after thanking Pinkie for the pie. ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were sitting together on the hospital bed, laughing over and over at the recording Scootaloo had gotten. "Sc-Scoots!", Silver Spoon said through several chuckles, "I-I can't believe y-you did this!" She finally turned off her phone and set it on the nightstand. "I told you, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, "I would get your revenge". Silver Spoon yawned loudly, took off her glasses, and set them next to her phone. "Nap time", she said. "OK", Scootaloo said, "See you later, Silver Spoon". "You too, Scoots", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo kissed Silver Spoon's cheek and left the room as Silver Spoon slowly dosed off. After getting outside, Scootaloo started to walk home. On the way there, she saw Dark Cloud at the flower shop, picking a couple of petunias for his now-clean house. "Daddy!", she said, running over to him. Dark Cloud smiled and caught the filly, lifting her and hugging her. "Hey, Scootasweets", he said, kissing Scootaloo's cheek, "I was just about to go get you". "Why?", Scootaloo asked. "Because the house is finally clean", Dark Cloud said, "I was wondering if you wanted to stay with me tonight". Scootaloo smiled. "Sure!", she said, "But, shouldn't I ask Mommy first?" "I already asked Fluttershy", Dark Cloud said, "She approved". Scootaloo smiled. "OK, Daddy", she said, jumping on her father's back. Dark Cloud smiled and carried Scootaloo to his house. "So, Daddy". "Yes, Scootasweets?", Dark Cloud asked. "What happened that made you get out of prison?", Scootaloo asked, "Did your sentence end?" "No", Dark Cloud said, "I'll tell you everything". Two months ago, after the imprisonment of Light Cloud and Flutterheart... Dark Cloud sat on the cold, hard cement block that consisted of his prison-bed, weeping to himself. Princess Celestia's Castle may have been great, but her dungeon wasn't. Getting sent to the dungeon was basically getting sent to Tartarus. No beds, no delicious food, and no freedom. Dark Cloud grabbed a stick of chalk and wrote a small tally mark on the wall to add on to the hundreds of other ones. He had no idea when his sentence was going to end. But, being locked up wasn't the worst part. The worst was he had a little filly he hadn't seen for three years, and she was living with her abusive mother, who nearly tried to kill her. His sentence wasn't to end for five more years, and he was afraid his daughter wasn't going to survive before her got out. "Cloud!", one of Celestia's Pegasus Royal Guards called to him. Dark Cloud looked up at him. "What do you want?", he said. "Princess Celestia would like to have a word with you", the guard said, making Dark Cloud gulp a little, "Follow me". He unlocked Dark Cloud's cell and allowed him out, placing hoofcuffs on his hooves just in case. After walking upstairs to the courtroom, Dark Cloud saw Celestia standing next to a mare and stallion, changed to a wall. "Good morning, Mr. Cloud", Celestia said. "Princess...", Dark Cloud said. "Don't worry, I have no intention of harming or punishing you", Celestia said, "I just have a question for you. Do you recognize either of these two?" Dark Cloud looked at the chained ponies, nearly catching fire at the mare. "You!", he said, leaping at the mare. Things would have gotten pretty messy if Celestia hadn't pulled him away with her magic. "Calm down, Mr. Cloud", she said, "These two were caught trying to kill two Pegasi, and were arrested. They were stabbed in their necks, but their tracheas were missed. I'm getting ready to incarcerate them, but first, tell me, what do you know about them?" "I don't know anything about him", Dark Cloud said, "But I know her! That's my wife, and she tried to kill my daughter, and faked my attempted murder case! I didn't try to kill her, I swear!" "Well, we now have proof that she was the real suspect", Celestia said, "For that, your sentence is hereby terminated". "What are you saying, Princess?", Dark Cloud asked. "You're free to go, Mr. Cloud", Celestia said, using her magic to remove the hoofcuffs, "My guards will give you a carriage ride back to Ponyville". Dark Cloud couldn't believe what he was hearing. He was being set free, several years before he was supposed to be. He was standing outside of his cell without any hoofcuffs on, and was getting a ride back to his home. "Th-thank you so much, Princess!", he said, "Thank you!" He knelt down and repeatedly kissed Celestia's front hoof, too thankful to even think at that point. Celestia waited for him to pull himself together before pulling her hoof away. "Have a good ride back home", she said. "Wow!", Scootaloo said, "You were probably crazy happy after she said that!" "Of course I was", Dark Cloud said, "But I was even happier to get to see my little filly again". Scootaloo blushed as they finally reached Dark Cloud's house. Once they entered, Scootaloo saw a very familiar griffon sitting at the table, eating a cheese plate. "Gilda?", she asked. "That's my name", Gilda said, "Don't wear it out". Scootaloo looked at her father. "Daddy, why's Gilda here?", she asked. Dark Cloud smiled. "I forgot to tell you", he said, "Growing up in Cloudsdale, Gilda and I were interested in each other. But, after I found Light, I friendzoned her, and it's been that way for ten years. But now that Light's out of my life for good, I'm letting Gilda fill her void". "You mean...", Scootaloo said. "Yes", Dark Cloud said, "Scootaloo, Gilda is your new stepmother". Scootaloo, Fluttershy, and AngelScootaloo was in the kitchen, doing the dishes. It was 5:00 in the morning and not even a single ray of sun was shining. She wasn't doing them on purpose, either. She was doing them because her mother, Light Cloud, was making her do it. Her mother was at work, but still made her do them. Scootaloo would do the dishes before she went to bed, then would get woken up by her mother to do them again. The reason was, Light Cloud would make herself some breakfast, then put her dishes in the sink and then wake Scootaloo up to do the dishes. She would wake Scootaloo up once with her yelling, then if she needed to wake her a second time, she would grab a cable. You finish the puzzle Scootaloo finally finished the dishes, but then sat down in a chair at the kitchen table. She looked at the clock. 5:30.The Sun was going to come up in thirty minutes. Instead of going back to sleep, she prayed to Celestia. She prayed that her mother would stop treating her like garbage and love her. That her father, Dark Cloud, would come back and take her with him. All she wanted was to be loved. She cried into her hooves loudly, not even caring about how loud she was. She never had anything to love. She used to have a pet. It was a dog. She named him Sledge. Sledge was a seven year old golden retriever. Sledge was a birthday present from Dark Cloud. Talk about true friends. She and Sledge were love at first sight. Scootaloo always fed him, played with him, and even housebroke him herself. It was like Sledge was her brother. But after her father's death, Light Cloud gave Sledge away. Scootaloo was very torn up about that. Scootaloo was then blinded by a light. She looked out the window. The Sun was up. It was Saturday. Some fillies would think a Saturday was a good day, but to Scootaloo, it was just more time to spend with her mother, doing chores and taking blows. Scootaloo really didn't want to stay with Light Cloud, but she knew if she left, she would eventually be found and abused. Her stomach growled loudly. She wanted some breakfast. She went over to the refrigerator and opened it. Her mouth watered at the sight of many sweets in there she wasn't allowed to touch. The fridge was full of gelatin, pudding, chocolate, even cheesecake, which was her favorite food. She tried to resist, but the urge was too strong. She took out a chocolate chip cheesecake. She grabbed a knife and cut herself a very tiny piece. After washing the knife and putting the rest of the cheesecake back in the fridge, she ate the piece of cheesecake. She sighed at the very sweet flavor. She knew this was probably going to be her only chance of getting even close to another piece. However, that's when the front door opened. It was her mother. Light Cloud stared at Scootaloo with anger. "What are you doing in my kitchen?!", she said. Scootaloo started to shake. "N-nothing, Mom", she said. Light Cloud raised her eyebrow. "Really? Well, why is the fridge open? And why do you have something around your mouth?" Scootaloo noticed the sweet cream cheese still around her mouth. "I... I..." "You were in my cheesecake, weren't you?!" Light Cloud grabbed a spatula and pounced at Scootaloo. Holding her down, she brought the spatula over and over to Scootaloo's flank. Scootaloo cried in pain. "I'm sorry I'm sorry!!" "Shut up!" The beating continued for a while, then stopped. Scootaloo was still crying from the pain. It even hurt to sit down. Her flank was even bleeding lightly. Scootaloo couldn't take anymore of this. The second Light Cloud turned around, Scootaloo ran out the front door. The last thing she heard was, "SCOOTALOO!!!!!!!". Scootaloo ran for her life, not even daring to look back. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo, after running for a while, hid in an alley, hoping she wasn't followed. She didn't even think her mother cared. Scootaloo might have escaped, but she didn't know what to do. She couldn't fly, and she knew she couldn't afford a train ticket. Scootaloo hid in the alley for a bit. After about twenty minutes she knew she was safe. Scootaloo walked out of the alley. Right then, she stepped on something hard. She looked down, seeing a bit. She smiled and pick the coin up. Putting it in her mane, she walked away. She needed somewhere to go. That's when she come across a very familiar place. It was Fluttershy's Cottage. She smiled. Fluttershy was the kindest pony Scootaloo knew. Scootaloo wanted to go into her cottage, but she didn't know if she should. Fluttershy could be asleep, or not wanted to be disturbed. Scootaloo knew this. However, she then got into paranoid that her mother was looking for her. She decided to go. She walked past the gate carefully, not wanting to step on the grass and crush it. Eventually, she made it past the plants and to the house. She was about to knock, but recoiled from it. Should she really do this? She knew that if she told Fluttershy why she was there, she probably wouldn't be able to take it well. That's when a very delicious smell passed her muzzle, making her mouth water heavily. Fluttershy definitely wasn't asleep. She was cooking breakfast. The smell was wonderful. So wonderful, Scootaloo decided to go in. She knocked on the door. About thirty seconds later, Fluttershy's bunny, Angel, opened the door. "Hey, Angel", Scootaloo said, "Is Fluttershy around?" "Yeah", he said, "She's in the kitchen". Scootaloo raised her eyebrow. "You can talk?!" "Yes. Twilight Sparkle gave me the ability of speech for my birthday". "Oh. Well, happy belated birthday, Angel. So, can I go see Fluttershy?". "Thanks, Scootaloo. And yeah. Go ahead". He pushed the door open some more so Scootaloo could enter. Scootaloo walked into the house and into the kitchen. Sure enough, Fluttershy was in there, cooking breakfast. Fluttershy looked at Scootaloo and smiled. "Good morning, Scootaloo!", she said. "Morning, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said. "What brings you here?" "Well, I was wondering if I could join you and Angel for breakfast". "Sure. I don't mind. Do you mind, Angel Bunny?" "Nope", Angel said, "It's been a while since we've had guests over, anyway". "Then it's settled!", Fluttershy said, "Breakfast is almost ready. Scootaloo, you could sit down at the table or on the couch in the living room if you like". "OK", Scootaloo said, "Thanks, Fluttershy!" Scootaloo walked into the living room and sat down easily. Her flank was still hurting from the spatula. She rested her back against the back of the couch and sighed. The comfortable couch felt good. She wasn't allowed to sit in any of the couches at her own house, and her mother had seven of them. Scootaloo just relaxed and watched the other animals in the living room play, chirp, and do what they usually do. She didn't mind. In fact, she liked the presence of the other animals. She felt welcome. At that point, Angel came hopping in with a chess game. He sat down on his beanbag that was next to the coffee table. "Hey, Scootaloo", he said, "I figured you might be a little bored, so I got something to entertain you with. Do you know how to play chess?" "Yeah", Scootaloo said. "Well, I'm challenging you to a game right now!" "You're on!" Five minutes later... "Checkmate!", Scootaloo yelled. Angel examined the board. Sure enough, Scootaloo won. Angel then had an evil grin on his face. "Hey, look over there!", he said. Scootaloo looked behind her, then turned back around. "I don't see anyth-". She noticed the game pieces scattered on the board and some on the floor. She looked at Angel with a raised eyebrow. "Did you mess the game up?" "It wasn't me", Angel said, "It was an earthquake". Scootaloo chuckled lightly. "Very funny, Angel". "Scootaloo, Angel", Fluttershy called from the kitchen, "Breakfast is ready". Scootaloo and Angel went into the kitchen. Fluttershy was setting the kitchen table. "You may sit". Scootaloo sat in a chair that was thankfully cushioned, and Angel hopped onto the table. Angel ate on the table because he wasn't tall enough to reach the table from a chair. Fluttershy gave Angel his favorite salad. She then gave Scootaloo some breakfast. Scootaloo's mouth watered. Her plate contained two large chocolate chip pancakes, scrambled eggs, and a small pile of hay bacon. After getting a glass of orange juice from Fluttershy, Scootaloo began eating. The three ate silently, then Angel started a conversation. "So, Scootaloo", he said, "How have you been doing?" "Fine", Scootaloo said. "School going OK?", Fluttershy asked. "Yes". "Good". "Hey, Angel", Scootaloo said. "Yes?", Angel said. "How come you wanted to be able to speak?" "Well, as you know, bunnies don't really make noise, and Fluttershy couldn't really understand what I was trying to say. So that was my birthday wish". "Oh. Cool". "Oh, and there's one more thing I want to tell you, since you're a friend of Fluttershy's". "What is it?", Scootaloo said. Angel blushed lightly. "Me and Fluttershy are dating", he said. Scootaloo nearly choked on her orange juice after hearing this. "Really?!" "Yes", Fluttershy said, "He said he loved me and we started a relationship". Scootaloo smiled. "Well, congratulations you two!" She rubbed Angel's head, making his left hind leg stamp on the table. "Thanks for that", he said after receiving his massage. The three soon finished their breakfast and got up from the table. "That was a wonderful breakfast", Fluttershy said, "Scootaloo, you can stay for a little longer if you like, or you can leave". "Can I stay for a little longer?", Scootaloo asked. "You may. Angel has a 'bunny cave' (man cave) in the attic. You can spend some time up there if he doesn't mind". "I don't", Angel said, "I was about to go up there myself. Follow me". Angel hopped down the hallway and Scootaloo followed. On the way there, Scootaloo noticed a door the had a lock-pad on it. "Hey, Angel", she said. Angel stopped hopping and looked at Scootaloo. "What's up?", he said. "I was just wondering why this door has a lock-pad on it. Is it private?" "Well, yes. It's very private, but since you're a friend, I'll tell you. That's a nursery". "Well, why would a nursery have to be private? It's just a room for a foal". "Well, Fluttershy is an infantalist. She likes to act like a foal". "Really?" "Yes, so that nursery contains adult foal stuff. She only uses it when she's alone or with me". "Oh. That explains it". "You didn't hear this from me, OK?" "OK". The two walked past the nursery and went up into the bunny cave. Fifteen hours later... Angel and Scootaloo spent a full fifteen hours in the cave, played video games and having refreshments. No wonder that room was in the attic. After a while, Scootaloo decided to leave and so did Angel. The went back down into the living room. Fluttershy was sitting in the couch reading a book. She put her book down and smiled. "Did you have fun?", she asked Scootaloo. "Yeah!", Scootaloo said. "OK, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "You may want to head back home now. Your parents may be worried sick about you". "Can I please stay for a little longer? Please?" "OK, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "A little longer". Scootaloo smiled and hugged Fluttershy. "Thanks, Fluttershy", she said. "Your very welcome, Scootaloo". They hugged for a while, but then, Angel noticed something.. "Umm... Scootaloo", he said, "What is that?" He was pointing to her flank. Scootaloo's eyes went big. "Uh... What is what?" "What is that?" He hopped over to her and raised her tail, exposing the huge bruise and and small cut on her flank. Fluttershy noticed this, too. Scootaloo was very desperate to decide a lie. "Uh... Scooter accident. I ran into a gate". "Scootaloo", Angel said, "I know you're lying. Plus, I fell off of a cliff and didn't get a bruise that big. What really happened?" "Yes", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo knew she was in a tight spot. Tears formed in her eyes and she buried her face in Fluttershy's coat. Both Angel and Fluttershy hugged her. "Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "You can tell us. It's OK". Scootaloo looked at Fluttershy, then at Angel. "You really want to know?", she said. "Yeah, Scootaloo", Angel said. "Yes", Fluttershy said, "The truth". Scootaloo took a deep breath. "I... I'm being abused!". Both Angel and Fluttershy gasped. "By who?!", Angel said. "M-my mom". Scootaloo began to cry loudly into Fluttershy's coat. Fluttershy rubbed the filly's back. "Scootaloo", she said, "Please. Can you tell me why?". "She does it for no reason. She blames me for my daddy's death. She has treated me like that ever since her died. I've been getting abused for three years. Daddy loved me! He even got me a dog. But after Daddy died, Mom gave him away! The reason I came here was for two reasons: I was hungry and because I didn't want to stay with her! I haven't eaten in like a week. That is, until you gave me breakfast. The cut and bruise on my flank was from when she beat me with a spatula.I wanted to just spend time with somepony else!". She was completely heartbroken and cried loudly into Fluttershy's coat. Fluttershy rubbed her back, calming her down a little. "Shh... It's OK, Sweetie. You're safe with me", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo smiled. "Umm... Fluttershy? Angel?", she said. "Yes?", they both said. Can I stay the night with you?" "Well", Fluttershy said, "I don't know if there's enough room". "She could sleep with you, Fluttershy", Angel said, "I'll just sleep on the couch". "Are you sure, Angel Bunny?" "Yeah". "OK". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Angel was asleep on the couch and Scootaloo and Fluttershy were having cookies and milk before bed and chatting among themselves. After their snack, they went up to Fluttershy's room. "Scootaloo?", Fluttershy said. "Yes, Fluttershy?", Scootaloo said, her voice sounding very groggy. "It may get a little chilly over night. Do you wanna borrow some pajamas?" Scootaloo simply nodded. She really wanted to have a good night sleep. Fluttershy went over to her closet and pulled out a robe. She put it on Scootaloo. It was pretty big. "Oh... don't worry. We'll get you one tomorrow". She laid down on the bed and Scootaloo laid down next to her. "Umm... Fluttershy?", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Scootaloo?", Fluttershy said. "Can I... cuddle with you?", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy smiled and nodded. Scootaloo moved close to Fluttershy and snuggled into her coat. Fluttershy draped her wing around Scootaloo like a blanket and then pulled the real blanket over Scootaloo and herself. Scootaloo was warm and safe, but she didn't think she could sleep. "Fluttershy? Can you... sing to me?". "You mean you want me to sing you a lullaby?" "Yes, please". Fluttershy smiled and began singing "Hush Now, Quiet Now" in a soft voice. Scootaloo could feel her heart fluttering at her beautiful voice. Scootaloo snuggled into Fluttershy's coat. "I love you, Fluttershy", she said before falling asleep. Fluttershy was shocked. Scootaloo said she loved her. She was flattered. She cuddled Scootaloo. "I love you too, Scootaloo", she said. She fell asleep with a smile on her face. A Full Day at a New Home/The Return of a Family Member5:00 AM... Fluttershy was awakened when she heard crying. She opened her eyes and saw Scootaloo squirming heavily under her wing. She was having a nightmare. Scootaloo was squirming, crying and whimpering loudly while she was trying to sleep. Fluttershy noticed this and immediately woke Scootaloo up. "Scootaloo! Scootaloo", she said. Scootaloo woke up with a shrill scream and heavy breathing. She looked up, seeing Fluttershy with look of concern. Scootaloo hugged Fluttershy and cried into her coat. "Don't cry, Scootaloo. You're safe". "Fl-Fluttershy", Scootaloo said, her voice at a stutter from all of the crying, "I'm sc-scared". "It's OK, Scootaloo. You just had a nightmare". Fluttershy rubbed Scootaloo's back. Scootaloo was very terrified. She had frequent nightmares ever since she was abused. At that point, Angel came upstairs and hopped into the room. "What happened?!", he said, "I heard a scream". "Everything's fine, Angel Bunny", Fluttershy said, "Scootaloo just had a nightmare". "Oh. Is she OK?" "She's scared". Angel hopped onto the bed and joined the hug, also rubbing Scootaloo's back. "Scootaloo?", Angel said. Scootaloo looked at Angel. "Y-yes, Angel?", Scootaloo said. Her eyes were red and still pouring with tears. "Are you OK?" "I'm fine, Angel". "Let me guess. You had a nightmare about your mom, didn't you?" "Y-yes". "I should have known". "Angel Bunny", Fluttershy said, "Could you go get some tissues for Scootaloo, please?" "Sure". Angel hopped into the bathroom and soon came back with a box of tissues. Scootaloo grabbed one and wiped the tears and snot from her face. "Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "How long have you been having nightmares?" "Ever since Mom started abusing me. Three years". "That seems serious". "Yeah. The only time one of my nightmares was fixed was when Princess Luna helped me when I was camping with Rainbow Dash". "You must be really scared of her", Angel said. "I am", Scootaloo said. "I have to go to the bathroom", Angel said, "I'll be right back". He hopped only once and hopped into a wet spot. He immediately hopped out. "Uh... Scootaloo. I think you did more that just had a nightmare". He pointed to the yellow wet spot on the white sheet. Scootaloo knew what it was. Aside from having nightmares, she was also a bed-wetter. Scootaloo got embarrassed and buried her face back into Fluttershy's coat. "Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "Did you have an accident?" Scootaloo nodded. The bottom of her robe was soaked and so was the sheet. "Sweetie, it's OK. It was just an accident. So, you're a... bed-wetter... too?" "Y-yes. I have uncontrollable accidents". "You mean", Angel said, "you can't control your bladder?" "Yes. It happens when I'm scared or I get hurt". "You have too many problems when you live with you Mom", Angel said, "You need to live with us". "Angel Bunny", Fluttershy said, "I know you want her to live with us, but I don't know if we should". "Why not? You know we've both wanted a foal". "You have?", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "Angel and I want a foal, but there are a lot a flaws with that. You know how foals are made, right?" Scootaloo nodded. "And you know where they come from, right?" Scootaloo nodded again. Fluttershy whispered why she and Angel couldn't have a foal. "Oh... that's why", Scootaloo said. Angel began hopping off. "Where are you going, Angel Bunny?", Fluttershy said. "Oh... I need to run an errand", Angel said. "OK. It's still dark. Be careful". "I will". He went downstairs and then went out of the front door. Fluttershy then yawned. "Scootaloo", she said. "Yes?", Scootaloo said. "We need to get you cleaned up. You can take a bath". She picked Scootaloo up, took her robe off, and carried her into the bathroom. Fluttershy filled the bathtub up with warm water and Scootaloo got in it. "How do you feel?" "I feel great, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said. "OK. Do you want me to leave so you can have your privacy, or do you want me to stay?" "Well, do you mind staying?" "Not at all, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo smiled. "Stay with me, please?" "Sure", Fluttershy said, "Um... Scootaloo?" "Yes, Fluttershy?" "Do you mind if I get in with you?" "No problem, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy removed her robe and carefully got into the bathtub with Scootaloo. The tub was big enough for the both of them. "So, Fluttershy". "Yes, Scootaloo?", Fluttershy said. "Angel told me not to say this, but is it true that you like to... act like a foal?", Scootaloo asked. "Well... I... yes.I really love acting like a foal". "Why?" "It's just a hobby. Do you feel uncomfortable because of this?" "No, Fluttershy. I just wanted to know". "OK. Since you don't find this weird, I'll show you my nursery after our bath". "OK". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The two spent an hour having a bath, talking among themselves, and playing with some rubber duckies that Fluttershy kept hidden and played with during her bathes. After they got cleaned up and came out of the bathroom, the Sun was up and shined brightly through the window. Fluttershy grabbed the soiled sheet and robe and carried them down to the laundry room downstairs. Scootaloo followed. After Fluttershy put the robe and the sheet in the washer, they went into the kitchen. "Sorry about the accident, Fluttershy". "It's OK, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "It was just an accident. So, I was thinking about making chocolate chip oatmeal and sunflower smoothies for breakfast, unless you want something else". "That's fine. I was craving that, anyway". "OK. You can sit at the table if you like". "OK". Scootaloo sat in one of the cushioned chairs and sighed. Her bruise had gone away a bit, so it was easy to sit down. After about ten minutes, Fluttershy finished the oatmeal and smoothies. She served Scootaloo and herself and sat down next to Scootaloo. Scootaloo picked up her spoon and tasted her oatmeal. The warm, sweet, chocolaty oatmeal was so good to her. It was so good, Scootaloo kept each bite in her mouth for about thirty seconds before swallowing. While they ate, Scootaloo and Fluttershy chatted among themselves. "So, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, sipping her smoothie, "Do you like staying here?" "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "It beats my mom's house by a mile". "So. If me and Angel could adopt you, would you say yes?" "Of course I would. I think it would be easier to call you Mom". Scootaloo sipped her smoothie. The sweet flavor of sunflowers made her tongue dance. "Well, I know why Angel went out". "Why did he?" "He went out to get adoption papers". Scootaloo nearly spit out a mouthful of her smoothie. "Really?!" "Yes". "You mean... You and Angel are going to adopt me?!" "Yes, Scootaloo. We want what's best for you, and you need somepony to take care of you and treat you well". Scootaloo jumped into Fluttershy's lap and hugged her tight. "THANK YOU!!!!" "No problem, Scootaloo". Fluttershy heard Scootaloo sniffle. "Scootaloo? Are you crying?" "Yes. But, I'm happy". Fluttershy smiled. "Good. And you have every reason to be". The two finished their breakfast and got up from the table. "So, I'll show you the nursery now, but you have to promise to not tell anypony else about my... hobby". "I promise". "Good. Now, Follow me". She walked upstairs and Scootaloo followed. Once they got up to the nursery, she typed in the words Mommy's Little Foal in the pad-lock. The lock clicked and Fluttershy pushed the door open. Sure enough, it was just like a foal's nursery, but everthing that was supposed to be for a foal was bigger for an adult. "What do you think?" "This is cool, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said, "Why would you want this door locked?" "Well, it's pretty private. Only you, Angel, and my other animals know about my hobby". "Oh... that's why". Fluttershy closed the door and locked it back. After she locked the door, she looked at Scootaloo again. "So, you said that you used to have a dog, right?" "Yes". "What did it look like?" "He was a golden retriever, and he answers to his name". "Was he a puppy?" "No. He was a full grown dog". "Well, follow me then". Fluttershy walked down the hallway. Scootaloo was very confused. That's when Fluttershy came to another door. She opened it and a dog that looked a lot like Sledge was in there. The dog ran up to Scootaloo and jumped on her, tackling her to the ground and liked her face several times. Scootaloo squirmed and giggled lightly. "Down boy", Fluttershy said. The dog jumped off of Scootaloo and sat down in front of her. "He seems to like me", Scootaloo said. "Of course. He knows you". Scootaloo looked at the dog, then back at Fluttershy. "You mean..." "Yes, Scootaloo. He is your dog". Scootaloo was surprised. Sledge was back. She hugged Sledge. "Sledge! I missed you, boy!" Sledge licked Scootaloo's face many times before heeling. "Your mother gave him to me. I've been keeping him because I knew he probably belong to somepony else". "Thank you, Fluttershy!" "No problem, Scootaloo". Sledge started to whine. Scootaloo took notice. "What's wrong, Sledge?" "He needs to go. Let's take him for a walk". She grabbed a leash and put it on his collar. She, Scootaloo, and Sledge walked out of the house. While Sledge sniffed the ground to find the perfect spot, Fluttershy and Scootaloo talked to each other. "I can't believe I'm walking Sledge again", Scootaloo said, "It's been three years". "Well, like ponies say, pets never forget their owners if they are treated well by them", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo smiled and looked at Sledge. Sledge sniffed a tree and raised his left hind leg. Scootaloo looked away so Sledge could do his business in private. After Sledge finished, he picked up a stick and held it in his mouth up to Scootaloo. He wanted to play fetch. "He wants to play with you, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo smiled. "You want to play, Sledge?", Scootaloo said. Sledge barked and his tail wagged violently. Scootaloo picked up the stick and threw it as far as she could. Sledge barked and ran for it. About thirty seconds later, he returned with the stick and held it up to Scootaloo again, wanting another throw. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Both Fluttershy and Scootaloo played with Sledge until Angel came back with the papers. He hopped through the field with the papers in his mouth. He made it to Fluttershy and Scootaloo. "Got em", he said. Fluttershy took the papers. "So, I take it you told her what we were planning on doing?" "Yes, and she is very excited. Oh, and that dog was actually Scootaloo's". "See? I told you keeping him was a good idea". They both looked at Scootaloo, who was still playing fetch with Sledge. It was clear she was having fun. "Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "We're going inside to sigh these papers. You can stay if you want". "OK", Scootaloo said, "I want to keep playing with Sledge". "OK", Angel said, "Go ahead". Two hours later... Scootaloo and Sledge were in the living room, watching television. Scootaloo was sitting on the couch and Sledge was laying down in her lap. While they were, Angel and Fluttershy were finishing their dinner. Angel was picking at his salad with a depressed look on his face. Fluttershy took notice of this. "Are you OK, Angel Bunny?", Fluttershy said. "I'm fine, Fluttershy", Angel said, "It's just..." "Yes?", Fluttershy said. "I'm worried about Scootaloo". "Why?" "Well, I just feel sorry for her. Did you see how fast she was eating, and how bad her nightmare was?" "Yes". "That's why. She paranoid, Fluttershy. Next thing we know, she could get scared and make another puddle somewhere". "Angel, please don't say that. You know she's sensitive about her accidents". "Sorry. Anyway, I'm just afraid it'll take forever for her to get used to living with us". Angel looked over at Scootaloo, who was giggling lightly at a cartoon she was watching. "At least she's happy right now". "Angel Bunny, she's fine. As long as she's with us, she's happy". "OK. I guess that's right". They both heard a loud yawn and then a sigh. Scootaloo had fallen asleep on the couch, and Sledge was sleeping on the couch next to her. Fluttershy smiled. "Scootaloo fell asleep", she said, "I'm going to take her upstairs". "OK", Angel said, then dove back into his salad. Fluttershy walked into the living room and picked up Scootaloo. After covering up Sledge with a blanket, she started to walk upstairs, carrying Scootaloo. On her way there, she stopped by her nursery. She was starting to get an idea. Of course, Scootaloo was asleep, but Fluttershy knew that she might have another nightmare and wet the bed again. She thought about diapering Scootaloo, but she didn't know how she would react. At that point, Fluttershy decided to go with it. She figured it was better for Scootaloo to have a good night sleep than her to wake up in another puddle. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ After diapering Scootaloo and making it up to her room, she put the now clean robe back on Scootaloo. Then, she carefully laid her down on the bed. Her diaper crinkled lightly as Scootaloo was laid down. She covered Scootaloo up and turned off the light. She went back down into the kitchen. Angel had finished his salad, washed out his bowl, and went to sleep in his own bed. Fluttershy smiled and washed her plate. After having a small hoofful of chocolate-covered-almonds, she started to go back upstairs. Once again, she stopped by her nursery. She decided to put herself in a diaper, too, so Scootaloo wouldn't feel nervous. After diapering herself and going back up to her room, she grabbed her purple robe and put it on. She then got into the bed. She cuddled Scootaloo. "Don't worry, Scootaloo", she said, "Me and Angel are going to fill out the papers tomorrow, and then you'll have a new Mommy and Daddy. I promise.Tomorrow, Me and Angel will take you out for some fun, to prove it to you. Good night, Scootaloo. I love you, Sweetie". She fell asleep, very anxious to adopt Scootaloo.
New, Nice Parents, and a New HomeFluttershy woke up the next morning at 5:00 and yawned. She looked down at Scootaloo, who was sleeping peacefully under her wing. Fluttershy smiled and began to lightly pet Scootaloo's mane. Scootaloo finally slept good. She knew the diaper idea would come in handy. Speaking of that, she checked Scootaloo's diaper. She was dry. Scootaloo slept without any accidents. Fluttershy looked over at her calender. It was Monday. Scootaloo had to go to school today. But, Fluttershy was very frightened that Scootaloo's mother might find her, and she wanted to spend more time with her, so she decided to keep Scootaloo from school and tell Cherilee she was sick. Fluttershy sat up over the edge of the bed and yawned. Stretching, she felt something in her bladder. She had to go. With a huge sigh of relief and a blush, she urinated in her diaper. After using her diaper, she slowly got up, trying not to wake up Scootaloo. She decided to go downstairs in her robe, since she liked the warm feeling that her wet diaper was giving her, and since her robe covered up her diaper. After recovering Scootaloo up with the blanket, she began to slowly walk downstairs. Once she got downstairs into the kitchen, she noticed Sledge, Angel, and her animals that stay inside of the cottage were all still asleep. She slowly went over to the oven and pulled out her secret box she keeps behind it. She pulled out a recipe that her mother, Flutterkind, gave her. It was a recipe for cinnamon rolls. Fluttershy smiled and began to make the cinnamon rolls. While her cinnamon rolls were baking, Fluttershy heard somepony approaching. She looked over by the stairs, seeing Scootaloo walking towards her. "Good morning, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo hugged Fluttershy. "Morning, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said, "Uh... I need to ask you something". "What is it?" "Why am I wearing a diaper?" "Oh... Well, I didn't want you to wet the bed again, so I decided to put some protection on you. I'm sorry if you don't like it". "I don't mind, Fluttershy. I was just surprised to wake up in a diaper. At lease I didn't wet myself last night". "That's true". At that point, the aroma of the cinnamon rolls reached Scootaloo's muzzle. Her mouth watered and her stomach growled. Fluttershy chuckled lightly. "Looks like somepony is hungry", she said. Scootaloo nodded, walked over to the table, and sat down. Thankfully, her flank healed, so she could sit down better. Scootaloo sighed in relief as she felt the cushion on the chair and the diaper press against her flank. Scootaloo didn't know why, but the diaper actually felt good. The oven dinged and Fluttershy grabbed a muzzle mitt, put it on her muzzle, and grabbed the tray of cinnamon rolls. She set it on the oven. "Would you like one or two?" "Two, please", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy put two large cinnamon rolls on one plate and one on another. Fluttershy went over to the fridge. "Do you like chocolate milk?", Fluttershy asked Scootaloo, seeing a full carton of chocolate milk hidden behind the Zap-Apple Jam. "No, I love it!", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy chuckled and poured herself and Scootaloo a glass of chocolate milk. She grabbed the plates and glasses and walked over to the table. She served Scootaloo and sat down right next to her. They ate while having a friendly conversation. "Fluttershy?", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Scootaloo?", Fluttershy said. "Do I have to go to school today? I really don't want to". "No, Scootaloo. I'm keeping you home from school today. I'm afraid your mother might find you. I want Angel and I to completely finish the adoption before you go back to school so you can be protected". "OK. Cool!" "Yes it is". "So, I see you're wearing a wet diaper", Scootaloo said. "Oh... well... *squeak*". Fluttershy hid underneath the table. Scootaloo raised her eyebrow and looked under the table. Fluttershy was hiding behind her mane and crying lightly. "Fluttershy, what wrong?" "I'm such a baby!", she said. "No, you're not. You probably just wet yourself while you slept". "No! I did it on purpose!" Fluttershy cried even louder and harder. Scootaloo crawled under the table and hugged Fluttershy. "Shh... It's OK". "No it's not!" "Yes it is, Fluttershy. You said this is what you like to do. Nothing wrong with that". Fluttershy looked at Scootaloo. "You really don't find this weird or stupid?" "No. I can't interfere with things you like", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy smiled and hugged Scootaloo. "Thanks, Sweetie", she said. "No problem, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said. The two got back up and sat down in their chairs. After the two finished their breakfast, the Sun came up. Fluttershy smiled. "It's time to feed the others", she said, "Would you like to help?" "Sure", Scootaloo said. "Good. I'm going to get cleaned up, and then we'll do it". "OK", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy went back upstairs to change herself, while Scootaloo quietly went into the living room. The animals in the living room, with the exception of Angel, were all awake. Scootaloo sat on the couch and was greeted by Sledge, who licked her face several times. "Morning, Sledge". After about five minutes, Fluttershy came back. "OK, I'm ready", she said. "So am I". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Fluttershy, Scootaloo, and Sledge were all outside. Scootaloo and Fluttershy were feeding the other animals, while Sledge was playfully chasing butterflies. "So, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, giving a few acorns to some squirrels, "I take it that you like it here". "You bet!", Scootaloo said, giving some carrots to the younger bunnies, "I love it here". "Good. I want you to know, I was a little hesitant asking you to help me with the feedings". "Why?" "Because you probably had to do many chores at your mother's house". "I did, but I don't mind doing chores for ponies who aren't going to beat me senseless if I do it wrong. I made bits doing that before Daddy passed on". "OK". "This could be something I could always help you with, if I don't have school". "That would be lovely". "Cool! So, I can't really believe that you and Angel are becoming my parents". "Why not?" "It's just so awesome!" Fluttershy chuckled lightly. "I'm glad you think that". Fluttershy gave Sledge a bone and Scootaloo gave a banana to a spidermonkey. After that, the feedings were complete. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Meanwhile... Light Cloud sat in the couch, watching TV and eating junk food. She was also enjoying the "peace and quiet" she was getting from not having Scootaloo around. She was glad that Scootaloo was gone. She was so glad, she smashed every single picture of her that was hanging up and completely tore down her room. Light Cloud really didn't care what happened to Scootaloo. She could have died for all she cared. Light Cloud might not have missed Scootaloo, but was kinda kicking herself for letting her run off. There were a massive amount of chores that needed to be completed, and of course, Light Cloud didn't want to do them. There were so many dishes in the sink that Light Cloud couldn't see the drain in the sink, wet towels surrounded the bathroom floor, and the living room carpet had so much dust, ponies would think the carpet was brown, but it was white. Light Cloud was also bored. Since Scootaloo was gone, she had nopony to yell at or boss around. That was her main entertainment. She tried hitting the couch and other things for entertainment, but it wasn't the same. Light Cloud turned off the TV and laid down on the couch. Instead of chasing after Scootaloo, she decided to just wait, because she knew Scootaloo was going to come crawling back to her. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo was in the living room, watching television, while Angel and Fluttershy were in the kitchen, signing the papers. "Signature of adoptive mother", Fluttershy said, signing her name in the space. "Signature of adoptive father", Angel said, signing his name in the space. After that, they had everything done. "Scootaloo's going to be so happy when she sees these papers", Fluttershy said. "Yeah!", Angel said. He then noticed a space that needed the signature of somepony else. "Uh... Fluttershy?" "Yes, Angel Bunny?" "There's something you need to see, and it may be tricky to get". He pointed to the space. Fluttershy gasped lightly. "Signature of... birth mother or father?" "Yeah. And I think this may be a very hard task". Fluttershy looked over at Scootaloo, who was laughing at a cartoon she was watching. "Maybe we should tell her later?", she said. "Yeah", Angel replied. Then, he got an idea. "Hey, why don't you and Scootaloo go out and do something she would like?" "Well... I guess it would be better to get her in a good mood before telling her". "Yeah. That's why I said that". "Aren't you going to come?" "No. I think it's time for you and Scootaloo to bond mother-to-daughter". "OK, Angel Bunny". She went into the living room and over to Scootaloo. Within seconds, the two pegasi left. Angel locked the door and smiled. "Have fun, Scootaloo", he said. Then he tuned around. "To the cave!" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ About two hours later, Scootaloo and Fluttershy came back to the cottage. Both had their faces painted like clowns and had rainbow wigs on. Scootaloo was holding cotton candy, and Fluttershy was holding a bag of popcorn. Angel hopped back into the living room. One sight at the two pegasi and he knew exactly where they went. "Ponyville Carnival?", he said. Scootaloo smiled and nodded. "Yeah!", she said, "I rode on everything!" "Yes", Fluttershy said, "Although you had a... little accident... on the roller coaster". "Hey. I thought we agreed to keep that to ourselves". "What happened?", Angel said. Scootaloo sighed. "I ate twelve pieces of hay-bacon pizza and then... threw up... on the roller coaster", she admitted. Angel couldn't help but laugh. "Hey!" "I sorry, Scootaloo", he said, still chuckling lightly, "That was just unexpected". "Yeah, yeah", Scootaloo said. She noticed Angel and Fluttershy looking at each other seriously. "What?" "There's a reason why I took you to the Carnival", Fluttershy said. "Why?" "Because...", Angel said, "While we were signing those papers, we noticed something that is required". "What?" "We need your mother to sign the papers, too". Scootaloo looked down to the floor. "I knew that was needed. Good luck getting her to sign those". "Well", Fluttershy said, "We need you to tell us where she lives and then we will get her to sign them". "OK", Scootaloo said. She then saw Sledge sitting down in front of the couch. "Maybe we should take Sledge with us, for protection". "Good idea", Angel said, "Cause I'm not dying at age four".(28 pony years) "OK", Fluttershy said, "Let's go". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo, Fluttershy, Angel, and Sledge were walking to Light Cloud's house. Scootaloo was giving directions, and leading them. After about twenty minutes, they made it. Sledge immediately recognized where he was and started to growl. Scootaloo kept him quiet and knocked on the door. "Come in", Light Cloud said from the inside. Scootaloo opened the door and they all walked in. Light Cloud noticed her. "Well, look who came crawling back. And you brought friends, too?" "These aren't my friends", Scootaloo said, "They're my new parents. And this is my dog. The same dog that you gave away". "Dang it!", Light Cloud said, "I thought that big fur-ball was gone!" Sledge barked loudly. Scootaloo calmed him down. "Down, boy", she said. Sledge stopped barking. Fluttershy stepped in. "We don't want any trouble, Ms. Cloud", she said, "All we need is for you to sign these papers". She held out the papers and snatched them from her. One look and she threw the papers on the floor. "Adoption?!", she yelled, "You're not taking her from me!" Angel stepped in. "She needs more than you", he said, "Being abused every day and being forced to do chores isn't the way a filly should grow up". "Yeah!", Scootaloo said, "You've been hurting me every since Daddy died". "That's because your father kept spoiling you!", Light Cloud said, "Every time you did something wrong, he would always say 'It was just an accident' or 'She's just a filly'. Hadn't it been for me, you would've ended up more spoiled than Filthy Rich and his daughter!" "Daddy loved me! Something you can't seem to understand. He loved me more than he loved you! I hate you!" Scootaloo was about to have a rage fit, but Fluttershy calmed her down with a hug. "Calm down, Scootaloo", she said. She heard Scootaloo crying lightly, telling her to get the signature and leave so Scootaloo could go home. "Cloud, just sign the papers so we can leave, please. You're upsetting Scootaloo". "No!", Light Cloud said, "You're not taking her from me! Somepony needs to clean this place up!". "See?!", Angel said, "You only care about yourself! I bet four carrots that you didn't even do one thing for her in her life, did you?!" "Yes I did! I put some discipline into her so she wouldn't end up being spoiled!" "Still thinking about yourself! Did you get her this dog?! Did you take her to the hospital when you found out she can't control her bladder?! Did you ever treat her like a daughter and not some useless piece of garbage?! She is terrified of you! She had a major nightmare the first night she stayed with us and wet the bed! She needs better care!" "I didn't, and I don't care". She then turned to Fluttershy. "Now, you and your filthy rabbit have ten seconds to get out of my house before I have to become a criminal now. I want you and him out of here and I want that pathetic filly to clean up this house". "No!", Fluttershy said, bringing out the "New Fluttershy", "Listen, you can yell at me, and insult my bunnyfriend, but you don't ever, EVER, tell me what to do! Scootaloo is happy with us! She is loved, and treated like she is somepony! I can go all night with this, Cloud! All you have to do is sign those papers and we'll leave!" "The day I sign those papers is the day I buy that filly a carriage!", Light Cloud said. "One more time!", Fluttershy said, "Sign those papers, or you will sign them by force!" "Make me!" Those two words were all that Fluttershy needed to hear. She tackled Light Cloud to the floor and punched her face several times. "Sign them!", she said. "Go to Tartarus!", Light Cloud said. Then, Sledge decided he had enough of this. He pounced on Light Cloud and dug his fangs into Light Cloud's neck. Light Cloud screamed in pain. "Sign them!", Scootaloo said, "Then, I'll let him off of you!" Light Cloud didn't want to. but the pain was intense and she could feel herself starting to lose consciousness. "Fine! Just get him off of me and get me a quill!". Scootaloo ordered Sledge to heel and Light Cold signed the papers. Fluttershy, Angel, and Scootaloo smiled. "Was that so hard?", Angel said, "Oh, and there's more!" "What do you mean?!", Light Cloud said. "Since you have signed these papers", Fluttershy said, "Scootaloo is now under our supervision, and you can't touch her or you'll go to Princess Celestia's dungeon". "What?!" "Yes", Angel said. He then turned to Fluttershy. "Can we go now?" "Yes", Fluttershy said, "Scootaloo? Are you ready?" "Just a second", she said, "There's something I need to grab first". She ran up to her used-to-be room and then into the kitchen. A few minutes later, she came back with an old chew toy and the chocolate-chip cheesecake she had eaten before running away. She gave the toy to Sledge and ate the cheesecake. Then she was ready. They all left and went back to the cottage. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo had fallen asleep riding on Fluttershy's back and was being carried by her. Angel was trying to fight it, and Sledge was walking while playing with his toy. Once they got back to the cottage, Angel instantly went over to his bed and went to sleep. Sledge went over to the carpet and laid down, and Fluttershy carried Scootaloo to the nursery. After getting Scootaloo and herself into some padding and robes, she tucked Scootaloo in and laid down in the bed. She cuddled Scootaloo and went to sleep.
Back to School/A New FriendScootaloo woke up at 5:00 the next morning. Once again, no nightmares She wasn't sleepy anymore, so she decided to get up. Scootaloo prodded the front of her diaper, feeling a warmth and a wetness. She had wet herself. At least she didn't wet the bed. She got out of the bed and started to walk down the hall to ask her mother for a change. She didn't know where she was, but was hoping to find her without having to go into into the living room, afraid to wake up Angel or one of the other animals. As she walked down the hallway, she could hear a loud grunting noise, followed by a muffled crackling noise, sounding kind of life air bursting somewhere, then a loud sigh of relief. She saw the nursery door in front of her, cracked open slightly. Being very quiet, she crept to the door. Leaning in, she peeked through the crack. What she saw made her gasp lightly. Fluttershy was laying on a kindergarten mat, suckling on a pacifier, playing with a stuffed bunny, and wearing a Sun-yellow dress and a slightly wet and very messy diaper, judging by the foul smell that passed by Scootaloo's muzzle and the huge bulge growing in the back of her diaper. Fluttershy took her pacifier out of her muzzle. "Oh, Mr. Snuggles", she said, talking to the stuffed bunny, "I love playing with you". In her mind, she imagined Mr. Snuggles speaking back to her. "So do I, Fluttershy", Mr. Snuggles said, "But, shouldn't you be playing with Scootaloo? She's your new daughter, after all". "I know, but I'm a little scared". "Why are you scared?" "Because what if Scootaloo thinks I'm boring or creepy? I'm not a very extreme pony like Rainbow Dash". "Fluttershy, why would she think that? She loves you. She doesn't even care if you're an adult foal". "I know, but I'm very scared that I'll do something wrong and Scootaloo won't want me as her mother anymore. I've never been a mother before". "No, but you've foalsat before. Remember when you foalsat the Scootaloo and her friends? You were able to stop them from being eaten alive by a deadly creature using your stare". "Well... yes but..." "You'll do fine, Fluttershy. Trust yourself, and you'll do fine". Fluttershy smiled and hugged her bunny. "Thank you, Mr. Snuggles". Scootaloo wiped a tear from her cheek. She was crying with joy. She... loved Fluttershy. Scootaloo ran in the nursery and hugged Fluttershy tight, not even bothered by the smell of Fluttershy's messy diaper. Fluttershy blushed heavily with embarrassment, but was actually happy that Scootaloo wasn't creeped out. "Looks like you caught me red-hoofed", Fluttershy said, "Sorry about the... smell". "That's OK, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "Nothing could make me stop loving you!" "Aww..." Fluttershy was very flattered at the new title from Scootaloo. "You called me Mommy!" Scootaloo was starting to speak again, but she was a little muffled since her face was buried in Fluttershy's coat. "Mommy?", Scootaloo said, her face out of Fluttershy's coat. "Yes, Sweetie?", Fluttershy said, cuddling her daughter. "I... kinda... need to be changed". Fluttershy checked Scootaloo's diaper, feeling a warmth in the front. "Oh... did you have an accident last night?" "Yes, a little". A few minutes later, Scootaloo was changed out of her wet diaper. "Thank you, Mommy". "No problem, Sweetie". Scootaloo got off of the changeling table, even though the padded table felt really good, and she felt like she was going to fall asleep again. "So, Mommy". "Yes?" "You could use a change too. You've pretty much soiled yourself enough". Fluttershy blushed as she looked at her full diaper. "Your right. I'll change myself". "How about I change you?", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy was very surprised. "You know how to change a diaper?", she asked. "Yeah. I made a few bits taking care of the Cake Twins, and I learned how to change a diaper. I'm used to the smells, too". "Well... are you sure you want to change me?" "Sure I am". A few minutes later, Scootaloo had finished changing Fluttershy. Fluttershy was very surprised. The diaper was fit tightly but comfortably around her, even better than her own padding skills. "Feel better?", Scootaloo asked Fluttershy. "Scootaloo... I...", Fluttershy said before stopping. She really wanted to ask Scootaloo something, but decided it wasn't the right time at the moment. "Thank you". "No problem". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 7:30 AM... Fluttershy flew Scootaloo to the schoolhouse and dropped her off. "Thanks for dropping me off, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "I'll be back to pick you up at 3:00, OK?" "OK", Scootaloo said, hugging her mother. Fluttershy gave Scootaloo her lunch bag and flew off. Scootaloo turned and started to walk into the schoolhouse. But before she could even take two steps... "Scootaloo!", two filly-voices yelled out. Scootaloo turned around and saw her fellow Cutie Mark Crusaders: Applebloom and Sweetie Belle. "Hey Applebloom! Hey Sweetie Belle!", Scootaloo said. "Where were ya yesterday?", Applebloom said, "Ya missed some crusadin". "I did?", Scootaloo said. "Yeah", Sweetie Belle said, "We tried to get our cutie marks in fishing. That is, until Applebloom accidentally stepped on one of the hooks". "Really?", Scootaloo said. Applebloom raised her leg and showed Scootaloo her forehoof. There was a huge bandage on it. "Oh". "Still hurts a bit", Applebloom said, "Anyway, where were ya?" "I was at Fluttershy's", Scootaloo said. "Why?", Sweetie Belle asked. "I'll tell you later", Scootaloo said, "Let's go in before we're tardy". The other Crusaders nodded and they all walked in. After walking into the schoolhouse, the three fillies saw a crowd of students, and heard loud yelling. "Ah gotta see this", Applebloom said, running into the crowd. The others followed. After a bit of pushing and shoving their way through the crowd, they finally made it to the front. What they saw was very unexpected. Silver Spoon was yelling at her friend, Diamond Tiara, who was backed into a corner by her. What was happening? "But Silver Spoon", Diamond Tiara said, "I didn't do it!" "I saw you, Tiara!", Silver Spoon said, "I was right behind you!" "B... but-!" "Shut up! This 'friendship' is over!" Silver Spoon stomped off into the bathroom, breathing very heavy, while the students all went back into their groups. The Crusaders sat in their four-desk group, very confused. "What was that all about?", Scootaloo said. "Apparently", Sweetie Belle said, "Silver Spoon and Diamond Tiara aren't friends anymore". "Why wouldn't they be?", Applebloom said, "They've been friends ever since they first met". "Shh!", Scootaloo said, "Silver Spoon's coming out". Silver spoon walked out of the bathroom. She looked around for a seat. The only empty seats were the one she had next to Diamond Tiara, and the empty seat in the Crusaders' group. She walked over to the Crusaders, who were all staring at her. "Can I sit here?", she asked, pointing to the empty desk. The Crusaders looked at each other for a while before nodding. Silver spoon sat down in the chair, and placed her face in her hooves sighing loudly. "Thank you". "Umm... sure Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said. She noticed Silver Spoon's glasses were on the floor. She picked them up and set then in front of her. "So, Silver Spoon...", Applebloom said, "Why were you-?" "I'll tell you", Silver Spoon said, "That idiot, Tiara, was using me as a sidekick!" "Now you see that", Scootaloo mumbled under her breath. However, it wasn't quiet enough, and both Applebloom and Sweetie Belle looked at her with stern looks. "What?" "How did ya find out?", Applebloom said. "Well-", Silver Spoon tried to say before she was interrupted. Cherilee had walked through the door and was ready to teach. "All right, my little ponies", she said, sitting at her desk, "Settle down". Scootaloo leaned over to Silver Spoon. "Sit with us at lunch", Scootaloo said, "We'll talk there". "Understood", Silver Spoon said. "Now, we'll be talking about the History of Equestria", Cherilee said. Hearing this, Scootaloo yawned loudly. "Nap time", Scootaloo said before resting her head on her desk and napping. Silver Spoon smiled. "You're crazy, Scootaloo", she said, "I guess I'll help you catch up". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Four hours later... "Scootaloo?" Scootaloo woke up and rubbed her eyes. Cherilee was standing over her. "Ms. Cherilee?", Scootaloo said. "Wake up, Sweetie", Cherilee said, tapping the filly on her shoulder, "It's lunchtime". Scootaloo yawned and stood up, stretching her tiny wings. "Thanks for waking me". "It's OK, Scootaloo. Just stay awake for the rest of the day, or I'll have to give you detention". Scootaloo nodded, grabbed her lunch, and left. Once she got outside, she saw her friends sitting at their table. She walked over to her table and sat down next to Silver Spoon. She dug into her bag and found a daffodil-and-daisy-sandwich, enveloped in plastic wrap. Scootaloo smiled and unwrapped her sandwich. "So, Silver Spoon", she said, "What happened between you and Diamond Tiara?" Scootaloo bit into her sandwich. "Well", Silver Spoon said, eating a hay-and-rice-casserole, "I was at a sleepover with Tiara, and I was having a little fun. Then, after using the bathroom, I went back into her room, and she was writing in some sort of diary, and speaking to herself aloud. She kept saying that I was her sidekick and she was only my friend because I made her look more popular. There's now way I'm going to be friends with a freeloader. The reason I wanted to sit with you isn't because I didn't want to sit with her, but I need new friends". "Umm..., Silver Spoon?", Applebloom said, munching a slice of crispy apple pie, "We're the Cutie Mark Crusaders. Ya already have yer cutie mark". "I know, but I just want to be friends", Silver Spoon said. "Why would you want to be friends with us?", Sweetie Belle said, eating a broccoli-and-cheese-salad with croutons, "We're Blank Flanks, remember?" "I called you that because I was with Diamond Tiara. Remember when I first met you three when we were little? We went out for ice cream". "Now that you mention it", Scootaloo said, finishing the last bite of her sandwich, "I kinda remember that". "Me too", Applebloom said. "Me three", Sweetie Belle said. "See? I've always wanted to be friends with you". "I'll be your friend", Scootaloo said. "So will Ah", Applebloom said. "I will!", Sweetie Belle said. "Thanks", Silver Spoon said. "No problem", the Crusaders all said at the same time.The fillies went back to their lunches. Silver Spoon dug the the bottom of her lunch and found four huge chocolate-chip-cookies, about the same size as a small dinner plate. Silver Spoon knew she couldn't finish them herself, so she got an idea. "I've got extra chocolate-chip-cookies", she said, "Anypony want one?" "Sure", they all said. Silver Spoon gave each Crusader a cookie. "Thanks, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said. "Thank ya, Silver Spoon", Applebloom said. "Thanks!", Sweetie Belle said. They all began eating their cookies. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 3:00 PM... Scootaloo walked out of the schoolhouse. Fluttershy was standing outside the door, ready to go. "Hey, Mommy", Scootaloo said, hugging her mother. "Hello, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "Did you learn good today?" "Yes". "Any homework?" "No". "OK, let's go home". Fluttershy put Scootaloo on her back and flew back to the cottage. "Sweetie, I've got a surprise for you". "What is it?" "Well, somepony is waiting to see you at home". "Who?" Fluttershy smiled. "My mother, Flutterkind..."
Dinner with Flutterkind/A Secret About Flutterkind and FluttershyScootaloo was surprised, as her ears perked up. "You mean?", she said, "I'm going to meet my grandma?" "Yes", Fluttershy said. Soon, Fluttershy and Scootaloo had made it back to the cottage. Before going inside, Fluttershy talked to Scootaloo. "I just want to warn you", Fluttershy said, "She's very affectionate, especially around fillies". "I'll be OK, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "I really want to see her now". Fluttershy pushed the door open and saw her mother, Flutterkind, making dinner for the family. Flutterkind looked like Fluttershy, but had a purple mane instead of a pink one. Her coat was the same butter-yellow, like Fluttershy's. Flutterkind was a cooker, and it wasn't really a surprise why. Flutterkind's cooking was like a slice of the Afterlife. Flutterkind covered a pot with a lid and turned around, smiling. "Hello, Sweetie", she said, hugging her daughter. Flutterkind's voice sounded like Fluttershy's. "Hello, Mother", Fluttershy said, nuzzling her mother's cheek. After letting go of Fluttershy, Flutterkind looked down at Scootaloo. "You must be Fluttershy's daughter, am I right?", she asked. "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said, "I'm Scootaloo". Flutterkind smiled and picked up the filly. "I'm Flutterkind", she said, hugging her, "Your new grandmother". "I just met you", Scootaloo said, "and I love you already". "I do too, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, kissing Scootaloo's muzzle and making her blush, "I know it might be a little hard to get used to calling me your grandma, so call me whatever you feel comfortable with". "OK, Gramma", Scootaloo said, instantly giving her a title. Flutterkind smiled and put her down. "I like the title", Flutterkind said, "OK, go wash up. Dinner is almost ready". Scootaloo nodded and went upstairs. Fluttershy looked at her mother. "Where's Father?", Fluttershy said. "He said he had 'something to do'", Flutterkind said, putting emphasis on the last three words, "Like he says every time I want us to spend time with you". "*sigh*", Fluttershy sighed in disappointment, "Why?" "You know why, Sweetie", Flutterkind said. Flutterkind could see tears forming in Fluttershy's eyes, so she hugged her. "Sweetie, you still have me. I've been with you ever since you were born". "I just want Father to like me", Fluttershy said. "I know you do, and so do I", Flutterkind said, "But I guess will have to keep wishing for it". At that point, Flutterkind heard the upstairs bathroom door open, followed by the sound of hoof-clopping. "OK, Sweetie. Scootaloo's coming back. We'll talk later, OK?" Fluttershy nodded and sat down in one of the chairs at the table. "I'm back!", Scootaloo said. "I can see that, Scootaloo", Flutterkind said, "Dinner is ready". "Great", Scootaloo said, "I'm so hungry I could eat a-" Her sentence was cut short when the front door opened up. Angel had hopped into the kitchen. "Hey, Scootaloo", he said, "Hey, Flutterkind". "Hello, Angel", Flutterkind said, "You're just in time for dinner". "Cool", Angel said, hopping over to the table and sitting on top of it. Soon, everyone had gotten their dinner. Flutterkind had made herself, Fluttershy, and Scootaloo a cream-of-mushroom-casserole with light broccoli, cheese, and corn, while Angel had gotten a salad, very different from the one he usually gets from Fluttershy. This one was very full of carrots, and had a small spice to it, and was much tastier. Also, there was sweetbread, green beans, and macaroni-and-cheese for sides, and soda as beverages. Everything tasted good to Scootaloo. She really liked it. While eating, they talked among themselves. "Is everything OK?", Flutterkind asked. Scootaloo was about to say something, but her mouth was full, so she simply nodded, as did the others. "Good". Scootaloo swallowed what was in her mouth, then spoke. "So, Gramma", Scootaloo said, wiping her muzzle with a napkin, "How have you been?" "Fine, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "Thank you for asking". "What is it like up in Cloudsdale?", Scootaloo asked. "Well...", Flutterkind said, "I would say... good, a little cold, and..." Under her breath, she finished. "...horrible!" "Hmm?", Scootaloo said. Flutterkind noticed what she said. "Oh... it's nothing. Cloudsdale is good". "Cool. I wish I could go to Cloudsdale". "You never been to Cloudsdale before?" "No. I never even stood on a cloud before. I can't fly". "Oh... is that why?" Scootaloo nodded. "Sweetie, your time will come soon". "That's what Rainbow Dash said, and I still can't fly, nor do I have my cutie mark". They had all finished at that point and Flutterkind collected their plates and set them in the sink. After returning, Flutterkind returned and Angel hopped off for a nap. "You'll get your cutie mark when you've found your special talent", Flutterkind said, nuzzling Scootaloo's cheek. Scootaloo smiled. "I hope so", she said, nuzzling her back. "OK, who wants dessert?", Flutterkind said, smiling. "I do!", Scootaloo said instantly after hearing the word "dessert". "I would like some", Fluttershy said. Flutterkind smiled as she walked over to the refrigerator. She pulled out a triple-layer-chocolate-chip-cheesecake that she had made herself. Scootaloo's mouth watered at the sight of the delicious cheesecake. Flutterkind set it on the table and grabbed a knife. She cut herself a small slice and let the others cut their own. Fluttershy cut herself a piece that was a little smaller than her mother's, and Scootaloo cut herself a very large slice, almost about a quarter of the cake. Flutterkind didn't mind, and neither did Fluttershy. They ate their cheesecake and soon finished. Scootaloo started to feel tired. Her meal and her dessert getting to her. Within minutes, she fell asleep, her face in her hooves. Flutterkind smiled. "She's so cute when she's asleep", she said, "I'll put her to bed. Where does she sleep?" "She sleeps in my bed", Fluttershy said. "OK". Flutterkind walked over to Scootaloo and carefully picked her up, not trying to wake her. "Oh...", Fluttershy said, "Could you please put a diaper on her? She has nighttime accidents". "OK. Thanks for letting me know". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Four hours later... Scootaloo woke up when the smell of something very foul attacked her muzzle. She placed her hooves on her muzzle and sat up to find the source of the smell. But then, she felt something squish under her flank, and the smell increased. Scootaloo looked down and saw something very unexpected. She had messed her diaper. It wasn't really a surprise, since she didn't go before finishing her meal, and her body was completely relaxed. Scootaloo really didn't mind the smell, since it was her own, but knew she was going to get a rash if she didn't get changed. She got out of the bed, her diaper hanging between her hind legs, and walked into the hallway. She reached the top of the staircase and was about to walk down, but she heard some voices. She looked over the railing and saw Fluttershy and Flutterkind, talking to each other. Fluttershy was crying and Flutterkind was cuddling her. Scootaloo stood perfectly still, trying not to disturb them. "Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I know you're upset". "I... I can't take it anymore!", Fluttershy said, "Every time-!" A sound reached Fluttershy's ear. She looked toward the stairs and saw Scootaloo. Scootaloo had tried to sit down, but her diaper let out a loud squish as her mess was pressed into her flank. "Scootaloo?", Flutterkind said, "Are you OK?" "I...", Scootaloo said, "I'm sorry for interrupting you". "It's OK", Flutterkind said, "In fact, come here. You need to hear this too". Scootaloo walked down the stairs. Flutterkind wanted Scootaloo to sit in her lap, but Scootaloo didn't. "I...", she said, "I kinda... pooped myself". The smell reached Flutterkind's muzzle. "Oh... well let's get you changed first. Come with me". Scootaloo followed Flutterkind to Fluttershy's nursery. After changing Scootaloo into a fresh diaper, Flutterkind threw the soiled diaper in the trash. "Gramma?", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Sweetie?", Flutterkind said, wiping her hooves with a foal wipe. "Why is Mommy crying?" "Well... Come with me. We'll talk about it". Scootaloo and Flutterkind got back into the living room. Scootaloo sat next to Fluttershy, who pulled Scootaloo into a tight hug. "OK", Flutterkind said, "I'll tell you what's going on, but you have to promise not to tell anypony else". "I promise. Cross my heart and hope to-", Scootaloo said before a hoof covered her mouth. "Please", Fluttershy said, "don't do a Pinkie Promise. Every time I do, Pinkie Pie usually shows up". Scootaloo nodded. "Anyway", Flutterkind said, "Fluttershy is upset because Flutterheart, her father and my husband, doesn't like her". "Why not?" "He was upset because he wanted a colt, not a filly. He beat me and beat her. I've been taking care of Fluttershy without him, and I'm glad that she's a fair distance from him. That's why Fluttershy doesn't have much confidence in herself. She was lucky to even touch the ground". "You mean...", Scootaloo said, "He never took care of Mommy?" "No, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I have. I taught her how to fly, I changed her diapers, I fed her, I've been looking after her. I even used to bring her to work with me everyday, because I knew she would be beaten if I didn't. I was, and still am, in charge of making the rainbows in Cloudsdale, and it was very dangerous if Fluttershy fell into the mixture. I just can't stop seeing if she's OK. I almost wanted to beat the heck out of that griffon who yelled at her". Scootaloo remembered when Gilda the Griffon yelled at Fluttershy out of anger. "Oh... I'm sorry, Mommy". "Th-that's OK, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said. "Now, Scootaloo", Flutterkind said, "Never tell anypony else about this, OK?" Scootaloo nodded. "Yes, Gramma".
A Request from Fluttershy/Flutterkind Moves InFriday, 4:00, at Ponyville School... Scootaloo walked out of the schoolhouse by herself. She had gotten detention for falling asleep in class, and Cherilee called Fluttershy to let her know. Scootaloo walked out and Fluttershy was waiting for her. Scootaloo hung her head as she walked to Fluttershy. "Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "Are you OK?" "S... sorry for getting detention, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "Sweetie, it's OK", Fluttershy said, "You were up pretty late last night helping me clean the stables. I forgive you". "Thanks, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "By the way, cleaning the stables was gross". Fluttershy chuckled as Scootaloo hopped onto her back. "Don't worry. You'll get used to it. Trust me, I've had to pick up excrement ever since I was a filly". Fluttershy flew back to her cottage. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Once they got back to the cottage, a delicious aroma attacked Scootaloo's muzzle, making her mouth water and her stomach growl. "I made hayloaf for dinner", Fluttershy said, letting Scootaloo down, "With extra onions and ketchup". "Thanks, Mommy", Scootaloo said, walking into the kitchen. Angel was sitting on the table, finishing up his salad. Scootaloo sat in the chair next to him. "Hey, Dad". "Hey, Scootaloo", Angel said, "How was detention?" "Boring", Scootaloo said, making herself a plate of hayloaf and a few honey-roasted celery sticks, "All I did was read out of the history book for an hour while listening to Ms. Cherilee explain what everything was about". Angel finished off the last few pieces of lettuce and wiped his mouth. "Seems pretty boring", he said, setting his bowl in the sink, "Well, I'm going to the cave. See ya". He hopped off up to the attic while Scootaloo finished her dinner. After a while, Fluttershy came back, throwing a small plastic bag in the trash. After washing her hooves, she made her own plate and sat down next to her daughter. "Sorry I'm a little late", Fluttershy said, "I was walking Sledge and cleaned up after him". "That's OK, Mommy", Scootaloo said, her mouth expelling pieces of hay and landing on the table. Her mouth was full when she was talking. Scootaloo used her napkin to wipe the table. "Sorry". "That's OK". The two ate their dinner. After finishing dinner, Fluttershy looked at Scootaloo. "Sweetie", she said, placing the dishes in the sink and wrapping up the leftovers, "There's something I want to ask you". "What is it?", Scootaloo said. "I want to tell you privately. Follow me please". Fluttershy walked to her nursery, Scootaloo following. She typed in her secret code Mommy's Little Foal and opened the door. She and Scootaloo walked in and closed the door. Fluttershy sat down on her mat and allowed Scootaloo to sit in her lap. "I was very impressed how well you changed my diaper last time", Fluttershy said. "Thanks", Scootaloo said. "Well... it made me get an idea. You see, being an adult foal isn't just about playing with toys, wearing baby clothes, drinking from foal bottles, and wearing and using diapers. An adult foal needs something else too". "What is that?" Fluttershy blushed lightly as she told Scootaloo what she wanted to say. "An adult foal needs... somepony to take care of it". Scootaloo got what Fluttershy was trying to tell her. "So... you want me to...?" Fluttershy placed her hoof over Scootaloo's muzzle. "Yes. I would ask Angel, but he doesn't know how to change a diaper". "B... but I've never taken care of an adult foal before". "It'll be just like taking care of a regular foal. Please?" Scootaloo could tell this was something Fluttershy really wanted, and she would do anything for her mother. She decided to do the right thing. "I'll do it". Fluttershy hugged Scootaloo tightly. "Oh thank you so much!" Fluttershy kissed Scootaloo on her cheek multiple times, very thankful. "No... problem?", Scootaloo said, still wondering how she was going to do this, "Now, get onto the changing table so I can get you padded". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ After getting padded and put into her Sun-yellow dress, Fluttershy got a bottle full of cold milk from a mini refrigerator and a bag of supplies and walked down to the living room, Scootaloo following. Scootaloo and Fluttershy were sitting in the living room on the couch. Fluttershy was laying in Scootaloo's lap, suckling from her bottle. Scootaloo was feeling a little awkward, having an adult foal laying in her lap and drinking from a foal bottle, but was able to keep calm. Fluttershy kept suckling as she closed her eyes and relaxed. Seeing this, Scootaloo let out a small 'aw' under her breath. She could tell Fluttershy was happy. Fluttershy soon finished and set the bottle aside. Scootaloo got an idea as she patted Fluttershy's back, trying to burp her. Fluttershy noticed this and forced out a small burp. "Better?", Scootaloo said. "Mm-hmm", Fluttershy said. "You know Mommy, this is like taking care of a regular foal. In fact, better than taking care of one". Fluttershy smiled as she buried her face in Scootaloo's coat. Scootaloo smiled as she pet Fluttershy's mane. A small hissing noise began to emanate as Fluttershy began to wet her diaper. Fluttershy sighed and blushed, looking up at Scootaloo, who was smiling. "Looks like the baby needs to be changed", Scootaloo said, teasing her. Before she could get up, the door bell rang. Scootaloo looked at Fluttershy, who simply nodded. Scootaloo got up and answered the door, surprised at who was there. It was Flutterkind, who was carrying a few overnight bags. She looked at Fluttershy, seeing her in her foal attire. "Hope I'm not interrupting anything", she said. "That's OK, Mother", Fluttershy said, "Come in". Flutterkind walked into the house, carrying her bags. She set them on the floor and sat down on the couch, crying softly into her hooves. "Gramma?", Scootaloo said, "Are you OK?" "No, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I'm finished". "What happened?", Fluttershy said, very concerned. "Flutterheart ruined me! He snuck illegal wing-steroids in my house and my job and I was evicted and fired!" "What?", Fluttershy said, "But weren't those recalled and destroyed by the princesses?" "Yes, but he somehow found some and made it look like I was carrying them!" Flutterkind cried harder and Fluttershy hugged her. Scootaloo was a little confused. "What are wing-steroids?", she said. "They're special pills that increase wing strength and muscle bulk", Flutterkind said, looking at her granddaughter, "They were made illegal twelve years ago and destroyed by Princess Celestia and Princess Luna, but Flutterheart found someway to get some and snuck them into my house and in my locker at my job". She looked at Fluttershy. "Sweetie, I'm jobless and homeless now. If it's not a problem, may I live here?" "Well... some of my animals don't do well around guests, and some aren't fully housebroken yet. I wouldn't want you to step in anything". "I'll be OK, Sweetie. All I want is to live here until I can get back on my hooves again and find a job". "Can she stay, please?", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy smiled. "Sure", she said, "You may stay here as long as you need". Flutterkind hugged her daughter. "Thank you, Sweetie!", she said, nuzzling her cheek. "You're very welcome, Mother", Fluttershy said, nuzzling her back, "Now, there's some leftover hayloaf and honey-roasted celery sticks on the table. You may have some". Flutterkind walked in the kitchen. An odor passed by Fluttershy's nose and she felt weight being added to the back of her diaper. She was messing herself, intentionally. She waited until she was finished before speaking again. "Scootaloo?" "Yes, Mommy?", Scootaloo said. "I made a stinky in my diapee", Fluttershy said in a babyish voice. Scootaloo giggled at how she said that. "OK, let's get you changed". However, two spies were outside, watching the three the whole time. A mare and a stallion. "So that's where she's been living", the stallion said. "Yep", the mare said, "That's my daughter. The orange one". "The yellow one is my daughter and the other one is my wife", the stallion said. "They don't know what they have coming to them tomorrow", the mare said. The spies flew off, saying one more thing. "Because nopony messes with..." "...Flutterheart!" "...Light Cloud!"
A Grandmother-to-Granddaughter Picnic... With a Special GuestScootaloo woke up the next morning and yawned. Rubbing her eyes, she rolled over onto her back and saw Flutterkind standing over her. "Gramma?", Scootaloo said, her voice sounding very tired. "Good morning, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, sitting down on the bed next to Scootaloo. Scootaloo sat up and hugged her grandmother , ignoring the wetness in her diaper. She was pretty much used to it now. "Morning, Gramma", Scootaloo said, yawning loudly, "Do I have to go to school today?" "Sweetie, it's Saturday", Flutterkind said. "Oh... right", Scootaloo said. Flutterkind chuckled lightly and checked Scootaloo's diaper. "Sweetie, it seems you had an accident last night", Flutterkind said, "Wait here for a moment while I get you a clean diaper". Soon, Flutterkind had changed Scootaloo and put her robe back on her. "Thanks, Gramma", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "Now, I'm making breakfast downstairs. You may go downstairs whenever you want some". Scootaloo nodded and followed Flutterkind downstairs. While Flutterkind finished up making breakfast, Scootaloo walked into the living room. The first one to greet her was Sledge, who licked her face several times before sitting down in front of her. "Morning, Sledge", Scootaloo said. Sledge walked over to the front door and sat down. Scootaloo caught what he was trying to signal. She opened the door and let Sledge out. A few minutes later, he came back and laid down on the rug. "Scootaloo", Flutterkind called from the kitchen, "Breakfast is ready". Scootaloo walked into the kitchen and sat down in one of the chairs. Flutterkind served Scootaloo then herself. Scootaloo smiled as she looked at the contents of her plate. Chocolate chip waffles, over-easy eggs, toast, and hay-bacon, along with apple juice. Also, there was a bowl of salad in the middle of the two. "Thank you, Gramma", Scootaloo said, instantly digging in. Flutterkind chuckled lightly. "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Flutterkind said, starting to eat. Halfway through her breakfast, Scootaloo noticed Fluttershy wasn't around. "Gramma?", Scootaloo said, adding a bit of Zap-Apple-Jam to her toast. "Yes?", Flutterkind said, serving herself some of the salad. "Where's Mommy?" "She went out to buy some more cherries. Angel won't eat his salads with out the cherries. Hmph, such a picky eater". Scootaloo chuckled. "Yeah. That's how I used to be. I wouldn't eat anything if it wasn't just right". "Neither would I". The front door lock clicked and Fluttershy entered, carrying a bag of cherries. "Good morning, Sweetie", Fluttershy said to Scootaloo. "Morning, Mommy", Scootaloo said, nuzzling Fluttershy. Fluttershy poured some of the cherries into a small bowl for Angel, then looked at Scootaloo. "I have good news for you", Fluttershy said. "What is it?", Scootaloo said. "I'll tell you", Flutterkind said, "Now that Fluttershy and I are sharing bits and helping support this family, we talked and decided it's time for you to start getting allowance". Hearing that last word, Scootaloo's ears perked up. "Allowance?!", she said, very excited. "Yes", Fluttershy said, "You get five bits a week. More if you complete chores". Scootaloo hugged Fluttershy. "Thank you!", Scootaloo said. "It was Mother's idea", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo turned to Flutterkind. "Thank you too!" "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Flutterkind said. Fluttershy gave Scootaloo a small bag full of bits. Scootaloo smiled as she stared at the small beige-colored bag in her hooves. "Now, I need to set some ground rules", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo turned around to look at her mother. "You only get allowance every Saturday. If you need change, we would be happy to help you with that. There will be no begging for any amount of money if it is not allowance day. Also, be smart and responsible with your money. If you lose it, we will not give it back to you. Do I make myself clear?" "Yes Ma'am", Scootaloo said. "Also", Flutterkind added, "Remember to be smart with your money. If there's something you want but you don't have enough, you'll have to save it up. Understood?" "Yes Ma'am", Scootaloo said to Flutterkind. "Good", Flutterkind said. Scootaloo finished her breakfast. "So, can I go out? I have a Cutie Mark Crusaders meeting today", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "Just be back in two hours". Scootaloo nodded and left. Flutterkind looked at Fluttershy. "What's a 'Cutie Mark Crusaders meeting'?", she said. "It's a meeting Scootaloo and her friends make", Fluttershy said, "She and her friends are Blank Flanks, and like to do activities, hoping to earn their cutie marks". "They're that determined?", Flutterkind said. "Yes", Fluttershy said, "I hope they get them soon, because the last time they had a sleepover here, they were almost eaten alive by a cockatrice". "Wow", Flutterkind said. At that point, Angel had hopped into the kitchen, having just woken up. "Good morning, Angel Bunny", Fluttershy said to him. "Morning, Fluttershy", Angel said. "Here's your breakfast", Fluttershy said, pointing to the bowl of cherries. Without any hesitation, Angel hopped onto the table and began ravenously devouring the cherries, not even bothering to remove the stems. "Sweetie?", Flutterkind said to her daughter. "Yes, Mother?", Fluttershy said. "I still a little worried about Scootaloo". "Why?" "I don't think we're bonding good enough. I'm afraid she thinks of me as random pony in the house". "Why would she? She loves you". "But she has known you ever since you met your other five friends. She's only known me for five days". "Well...", Angel said, finishing up his cherries, "Why don't you and Scootaloo do something together? That's how her and Fluttershy bonded well". "Well, what should we do, Angel?", Flutterkind asked Angel. "How about a picnic? That's my favorite thing to do with Fluttershy". "That sounds lovely", Fluttershy said, "Mother, I'm sure Scootaloo would like that". "Well... I... OK. I'll take Scootaloo out for a picnic". "Good. Now, she'll be back in about two hours. You may want to get ready now". "OK". ~~~~~~~~~~ Meanwhile at Sweet Apple Acres... Applebloom, Scootaloo, and Sweetie Belle were at Sweet Apple Acres, trying to get their cutie marks by helping the Apples with the chores and harvests. Applebloom was making fertilizer, Scootaloo was bucking apple trees the best she could, and Sweetie Belle was feeding the animals. "Ah really don't hope ah git mah cutie mark in this", Applebloom said, fighting the stench of the manure she was using. Even with the clothespin on her muzzle, the smell still crept its way into her nostrils. "Well... this isn't easy", Scootaloo said, trying to knock the apples off of a tree. Her tiny hind legs weren't as strong as Applejack's, so it took her about twenty bucks to knock every apple off of a tree. The good thing was that she could eat as many apples as she could, being cautious not to accidentally throw any eaten cores into the buckets. "Can you slow down?", Sweetie Belle said to a pig, who was eating rather fast, "You're gonna end up choking". "Applebloom", Applejack said, having just shucked the corn in the fields, "Time for yer friends to go home. Ya got inside-chores ya need to finish". "Oh... OK", Applebloom said, rinsing any excess mess off of her hooves with the hose, "See y'all later". "You too, Applebloom", Sweetie Belle said. "Yeah", Scootaloo said, grabbing a golden delicious apple and eating it whole. After that, Scootaloo ran off, Sweetie Belle following her. Once Scootaloo and Sweetie Belle got back into town, she looked at the clock-tower next to City Hall. "Still got an hour before I have to go home", Scootaloo said, "Why don't we go to Sugarcube Corner, on me?" "Since when do you ever pay for treats?", Sweetie Belle said, "Do you even have any bits?" Scootaloo smiled as she pulled out her bag of money. "Oh... then let's go". Once the fillies reached Sugarcube Corner, they walked in, instantly being attacked by a strong aroma of baked goods. They sat down at a table and was serviced by Pinkie Pie, who randomly appeared in front of them. "Hiya Scootaloo! Hiya Sweetie Belle!", she said in her usual, very enthusiastic voice. "Hey, Pinkie", Scootaloo said. "Hi, Pinkie", Sweetie Belle said. "What can I do for you today?", Pinkie said, pulling out her notebook, ready to write. The fillies looked at their menus for a bit. "Can I have an apple cupcake?", Scootaloo said, "With a chocolate milkshake?" "Yep!", Pinkie said, quickly scribbling it down. Then, Sweetie Belle had decided what she wanted. "I want a peach cupcake", Sweetie Belle said, "With a vanilla milkshake". Pinkie quickly scribbled that down. "Anything else?", Pinkie said. "Nope", the fillies simultaneously said. "Okie Dokey Lokie! That'll be four bits!", Pinkie said. Scootaloo opened her bag, took out four bits, and put them on the table. Pinkie scooped them up and dashed off into the kitchen. A few minutes later, she came back and gave the fillies what they wanted. "Thanks, Pinkie", they both said, starting to eat. Pinkie dashed off to take the next order. ~~~~~~~~~~ After their treats, they both went home. Once Scootaloo had reached the cottage, she opened the door and sat down on the couch, sighing loudly. It felt good every time she sat down on that couch. She closed her eyes and relaxed, letting the soft cushions touch her back. Right when the relaxation was about to take affect and put her to sleep... "Scootaloo", a voice called. Scootaloo sat up and saw Flutterkind sitting next to her. "Sorry if I woke you". "I wasn't sleeping, Gramma", Scootaloo said, "I was just relaxing". "Oh... well, I have a surprise for you". "What is it?" "I was thinking you and I could go out for a picnic. Just you and me". "Why?" "Because I wanna do something special for you". Scootaloo shrugged. "OK", she said, standing up, "I have to go pee first". "Go ahead, Sweetie", Flutterkind said. Scootaloo walked upstairs to the bathroom. After handling her business, she came back downstairs. Flutterkind smiled. "Ready to go?", she said. "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said. "So, you said you've never been to Cloudsdale before?" Scootaloo nodded. "Well... how would you like to have our picnic there?" Scootaloo's ears perked up. "R-really?!", she said, getting very excited. "Yes", Flutterkind said. Scootaloo hugged Flutterkind as tight as she could. "Thank you!", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "Now, hop on so we can go". Scootaloo quickly hopped onto Flutterkind's back. "Also, you'll need to hold on tight, because Cloudsdale is very high in altitude, and everything will be very light. I really don't want you to fall off". Scootaloo wrapper her tiny front legs around Flutterkind's neck tightly, but not enough to choke her. "Ready?" "Yes, Gramma", Scootaloo said. Flutterkind grabbed the picnic basket with her teeth and flew off, Scootaloo getting very anxious. ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, Flutterkind and Scootaloo made it to Cloudsdale. "We're... here...", Scootaloo said. "Yes", Flutterkind said. Scootaloo quickly jumped off of Flutterkind's back. But before she could land, Flutterkind quickly grabbed her. "Sweetie, Pegasus Ponies can still fall through clouds if they put too much stress on them, and Cloudsdale is made of nothing but clouds, so be careful". Scootaloo nodded and Flutterkind slowly put her down onto the cloud. Scootaloo could feel the soft, damp cloud on her hooves. It felt good. "This... is... awesome! My first time walking on a cloud!", Scootaloo happily said. Flutterkind chuckled lightly. "The first time is always the best", she said, "Fluttershy and I had the same reaction". Then, Scootaloo strangely felt cold, as she began to shake a bit. Flutterkind looked at Scootaloo. "Are you OK?" "J-just a little c-cold", Scootaloo said back. "Oh, don't worry. Since this is your first time in a high altitude, you'll feel a cold for a while. You should get used to it in about five minutes". Scootaloo nodded, still shivering a bit. "Now, follow me. I wanna show you around Cloudsdale before we have our picnic". Scootaloo followed Flutterkind to many rooms, like the Wonderbolt's Training Room and the Games Room. Soon, they came Cloudsdale's main room: The Weather Creation Room. "And this is the main and most important room", Flutterkind said, "The Weather Creation Room". Scootaloo looked around and saw many great sights. "Wow!", she said, "Can we go in?" "Sure", Flutterkind said, "Just be careful. It's very dangerous". Flutterkind and Scootaloo walked into the room and walked to a station. "This is Cloud Creation. Cloudsdale makes the softest clouds in Equestria". Scootaloo reached out and touched one of the clouds. "That is soft", she said. "Yep". They walked to a different station. "This is Rain Creation. Using the water Cloudsdale gets from the Pegasus Tornado Power, the rain is created". They walked to the last station. "And last, my old job, Rainbow Creation. The best station in the whole room". Scootaloo looked at the multicolored mixture, then back at Flutterkind. "Gramma?" "Yes?" "This is a random question but, can I taste some of the mix?" "I wouldn't if I were you. One of Fluttershy's friends tasted it and she said it was spicy, but if you want to, go ahead". Scootaloo dipped her hoof into the mixture and then into her mouth. "It tastes good", Scootaloo said, "A little spicy". "Wow. You can stand the spice. So, lets go have our picnic". Flutterkind and Scootaloo turned around and was about to walk out when... "Flutterkind!", a voice called. Flutterkind turned around and saw her former boss, Sugar Twist. "Ms. Twist", Flutterkind said, "Hello". "I have good news for you! The security cameras saw that you weren't the one who had the steroids. Your rehired to your position!" "Really? Oh thank you Ms. Twist!" "No problem. You start next week". Sugar Twist walked off. Flutterkind and Scootaloo walked off to have their picnic. ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, they reached a room that was where they were gonna have their picnic. "Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I know I said you and me, but my friend wants to join us. Is this OK?" "That's OK", Scootaloo said, "I'm just ready to eat". Flutterkind smiled and knocked on the door. A few seconds later, someone answered from the other side. "Come in". Flutterkind opened the door and saw her friend sitting on her bed. She looked at Flutterkind. "Hey, Flutterkind", she said. Scootaloo immediately recognized Flutterkind's friend. "Hello, Spitfire", Flutterkind said. "Sp... Spitfire?!", Scootaloo said, starting to stammer. Spitfire looked at Scootaloo. "Yes?", she said. "Y-you're Spitfire?! As in THE Spitfire?! The captain of the Wonderbolts?!", Scootaloo said. "That's me", Spitfire said, "The one and only". Scootaloo felt dizzy and would've fainted if Flutterkind hadn't caught her. "Looks like you're excited to see me". "No foaling! You're my idol! I have every poster, action figure, drinking glass, blanket, and everything else with you on it!" "A fan? Cool. But, I thought Rainbow Dash was your idol". "Y-you know Rainbow Dash?!" "Of course I do. She saved my ass during the Young Flier's Competition". "Spitfire!", Flutterkind said, "Language! You're in the same room with a filly". "Oh, right. Sorry, kid", Spitfire said, ruffling Scootaloo's mane. Scootaloo squealed as Spitfire touched her mane. "So, let's eat". After getting served, the Pegasi started eating. Scootaloo, however, could hardly eat. She was filled with excitement, being in the same room with her idol. Scootaloo bit into her cucumber sandwich and was ready to ask some questions. "Spitfire?", Scootaloo said. Spitfire looked up from her sandwich. "Yeah, kid?", Spitfire said. "Can I ask you a few questions?" "Fire away". Scootaloo smiled. "How long have you and Gramma been friends?" "Ever since we were fillies. Went to school together and worked together. We were roommates before she was evicted". "OK. Two: Do you have a crush on Soarin?" "What? No! Why would I have a crush on that..." She finished the rest of her sentence under her breath. "...very cute hunk of stallion". "I heard that!", Scootaloo happily said, "You do have a crush on him!" Spitfire knew there was no use trying to deny it, since Scootaloo had heard what she said. "Fine. Yeah I do", Spitfire admitted. Scootaloo laughed. "I knew it! You do have a crush on him!" "Yeah yeah l know. Anything else?" Scootaloo thought about it for a minute, then asked a final question. "Do you think you can teach me how to fly?", she said. Spitfire smiled. "Of course I can. Why do you ask?" "Because I... can't fly". "You can't?" "No. And I don't think I'll ever be able to". "Kid, it always takes time before a Pegasus can fly". "That's what everypony keeps telling me. I'm eight years old and still can't fly". "Well... you wanna know a secret?" Scootaloo nodded. "I didn't learn how to fly until I was fourteen". "Really?" "Yeah. I was the only one in my freshman year who couldn't fly, and everypony called me 'Flightless Fire'. Trust me, you don't a nickname like that when you go to school with a bunch of jocks". "Whoa. Even Spitfire got bullied". "Yep. But as soon as I learned to fly, I was the fastest in my class, and even Soarin liked it. Oh... Soarin..." "Wow. So, have you ever told Soarin how you feel?" "No kid. That's my only fear". "Why don't you tell him?" "Because... I..." Spitfire couldn't finish her sentence, so Flutterkind finished it for her. "She's afraid Soarin may not want to be with her", she said. Spitfire nodded. "Yeah...", she said. "Spitfire...", Scootaloo said, "He won't know what you want until you tell him". "B... but-", Spitfire tried to say before a knock on the door interrupted her. "Come in". The door opened and who walked in completely surprised Spitfire. It was Soarin, who was carrying an envelope. "Letter for Flutterkind", he said, giving Flutterkind the envelope. Before he left, Scootaloo talked to him. "Hey, Soarin", she said. The stallion looked at her. "Yeah?", he said. "I'm a fan of you and Spitfire!" "Cool. A fan". "Anyway, Spitfire has something she wants to say to you". What Scootaloo said caught Spitfire by surprise, and she knew that there was no way out of her situation when Soarin looked at her. "What is it, Spits?", Soarin said to Spitfire. Spitfire nervously looked at Scootaloo, then at Flutterkind, who both gave her a nod. "Uh... well... um...", Spitfire tried to say, "I have to tell you that..." Spitfire's tail started quivering with fear as she tried to speak. "Spits?", Soarin said, "You OK?" "Uh... uh...", Spitfire kept trying to say. Flutterkind leaned over to Scootaloo. "She's having a hard time, Sweetie", she said, "Maybe you should help her". Scootaloo smiled. "I got this", she said. Scootaloo got up, stood behind the nervous Spitfire, and kicked her back with her hind legs, instantly making her spit out what she had to say. "SoarinIhaveacrushonyou!", she said all together as if Pinkie would. Soarin caught every word. "R... really?", he said, very surprised. "Y-yes. I love you... Soarin", Spitfire finally said. She peeked up and saw Soarin walking toward her. Spitfire instantly buried her face behind her mane, afraid at what he might do. Once Soarin reached Spitfire, he knelt down and placed her muzzle on her's, locking in a kiss. Spitfire's eyes went very big as Soarin kissed her, then let go. "Spitsy", he said, using her secret nickname, "I love you too". He nuzzled her and kissed her cheek. Spitfire buried her face in Soarin's coat, nuzzling him back. Scootaloo smiled as she leaned over to her grandmother. "It worked", she said. "Yes it did", Flutterkind said back. Soarin whispered something into Spitfire's ear, then left. Spitfire stood up. "Kid, Flutterkind", she said, "I have to go. Soarin wants me to join him for a seven-hour bubble bath". She started to leave, but knew there was something she needed to do first. She turned to Scootaloo. "Kid, you never told me your name". "I'm Scootaloo", Scootaloo said. "Well, Scootaloo, I want to thank you for helping me get over my fear. I'm going to reward you for that". She went over to her drawer and pulled out three pieces of paper. She then hoofed them to Scootaloo. One look made Scootaloo gasp. "Front row tickets to the Wonderbolts Flier's Competition?! With backstage passes?!", she said, very surprised. "Yep", Spitfire said back, "For you and two others. See ya, Scootaloo". Spitfire left the room, while Scootaloo stared at her tickets. Flutterkind smiled. "Looks like Spitfire is very thankful to you", she said. "Yeah!", Scootaloo said, "She gave me front row tickets to the biggest Wonderbolts Competition!" Scootaloo hugged the tickets. Flutterkind chuckled. Then, she noticed the letter that was for her. She opened the envelope and found her room key and a letter, telling her that she was welcome back to her room. "I'm allowed to live here again!", she said, "This day is getting better!" "Looks like we both got something cool!", Scootaloo said. The two Pegasi continued their picnic. ~~~~~~~~~~ Ponyville, 9:00 PM... Scootaloo and Flutterkind had made it back to Ponyville. Flutterkind moved out, but promised to visit. Scootaloo and Angel had fallen asleep on the couch during a movie, and Fluttershy was sleeping in her room. Flutterheart and Light Cloud were outside the cottage, peeking through the window. They saw Scootaloo asleep on the couch, with Angel sleeping on her stomach. "Damn!", Flutterheart said, "They're asleep!". "Who cares?!", Light Cloud said, "Lets get in there and kill them!" "Cloud! Calm down! It wouldn't be fun to kill a sleepy pony. They wouldn't feel anything. Plus, we still have to get some weapons". "Oh, right. But tomorrow, we're going in there for sure! My patience is expiring heavily, and if I wait one more day, I'm going to flip out". Flutterheart and Light Cloud flew off, ready for what they were going to do the next day.
Sleepover with Silver Spoon/Caught!Friday, 2:59 PM... Scootaloo was staring at the clock, waiting for that clicking second hand to reach the twelve. She had just now finished her test over circumference and circle area, and was waiting for that last minute to end. Finally, what seemed like hours, the bell rang and the class turned in their tests and left. Scootaloo was glad she finished, because Cherilee had informed them that anything unfinished was homework, and there was nothing Scootaloo hated more than homework over the weekend. Once Scootaloo got outside, she started walking to Sugarcube Corner. Before she could get off of the campus, Silver Spoon joined her. "Hey, Scootaloo", she said. "Hey, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said back, "What's up?" "Thanks again for helping me finish my test", Silver Spoon said. "No prob", Scootaloo said, "But, it's strange that somepony as smart as you wouldn't know that stuff". "I may be smart, but I have my limits, you know". "Hmph... try telling that to Twilight. So, I was about to grab some pie with Pinkie. Wanna join us?" "Oh... well... I've never actually had pie before". "Wow. Well I- WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!", Scootaloo said, sounding like Chris Griffin from "Family Guy". "Yeah. Weird isn't it?", Silver Spoon said. "You've never had pie?! Everypony living in Ponyville has had it at least once!" "Yeah well not me. And how do you know that?" "Trust me, the things Pinkie tells me can't be lies. She know every pony in Ponyville". "Wow". "So, come with me. You have to try some". Silver Spoon shrugged her shoulders. "I guess I don't have a choice". Scootaloo smiled as she lead Silver Spoon to Sugarcube Corner. ~~~~~~~~~~ Once the fillies reached Sugarcube Corner, Silver Spoon noticed a "closed" sign in the window of the door. "Scootaloo, it's closed", Silver Spoon said, pointing to the door. Scootaloo chuckled. "That's only for customers", Scootaloo said, "Whenever you're a friend of Pinkie, you're always welcome, and you don't have to pay". "Wow", Silver Spoon said, "Never knew that". Scootaloo knocked on the door loudly and waited for an answer. "We're *chomp* closed! *gulp*", Pinkie Pie said from the inside. "Pinkie", Scootaloo said, "It's Scootaloo". A few seconds later, the lock clicked and the door opened. Pinkie was standing in front of them with her usual sweet smile, her face covered in chocolate brownie batter. "Hiya, Scootaloo!", Pinkie said. "Hey, Pinkie", Scootaloo said, "We were wondering if we could come in for a few snacks?" "Sure! Come in!" Pinkie let the two fillies in and re-locked the door. After that, she randomly pulled out a bottle of soda out of her mane. "So, what can I get for you?" She opened the bottle and started drinking. "Well...", Silver Spoon said, "I've never had pie before". Pinkie instantly spit out a big mouthful of soda right into Scootaloo's face. "What?!", she said, "Never had pie?! That's just like saying a griffon has never had meat, or a zebra has never had grass, or a dog has never eaten its own-!" Scootaloo placed her hoof over Pinkie's mouth before she could finish. "We get it, Pinkie", Scootaloo said, shaking the soda off of her face. "Oh, OK", Pinkie said. She then looked at Silver Spoon. "Well, you're in luck! There's a ton of leftover pie from that contest in Canterlot, and you can have as much as you want for free!" "Cool", Silver Spoon said. Pinkie dashed off into the kitchen while Scootaloo and Silver Spoon sat at the bar. The bar was only permitted for adults, but after-hours, anyone could sit there, if they were one of Pinkie's friends. Pinkie soon returned with several different pies and cans of soda. She set them down on the bar with a smile, then dashed back off into the kitchen. Scootaloo started eating an apple pie, while Silver Spoon started with a cherry pie. One bite and Silver Spoon fell in love. She started ravenously chowing down, not caring how messy she was. Scootaloo noticed this as she stopped. "You might want to slow down", she said, "Too much pie will give you the runs". "Yeah yeah", Silver Spoon said, tossing the empty pie plate into the trashcan next to her, "Whatever". Silver Spoon grabbed a chocolate pie and started eating again. "OK", Scootaloo said, drinking some soda, "Don't say I didn't warn you". The fillies continued to eat their pies. "So", Silver Spoon said, just finishing her fifth pie, "How have you been?" "Fine", Scootaloo said, "Just been chillin'". "OK". "You know, I was thinking, why don't you and I have a sleepover?" "A sleepover? With you?" "Yep". "Where do you even live?" "Fluttershy's Cottage". "Fluttershy? Isn't she the Element of Kindness holder?" "Yep". "I've never actually met her before. But, it would be nice to". "Well?" "Don't you have to ask first?" "Nope. She said that I could have any friends over as long as their parents or guardians say it's OK". "Then sure, I'll go. I just need to ask my mom first". "Well, if you can, be there by 7:00". "Understood". Silver Spoon went back to her pie, as did Scootaloo. But then, after finishing her tenth pie, Silver Spoon's stomach started gurgling and aching. Silver Spoon clutched her stomach, groaning in pain. A loud blast of flatulence escaping her as well. "Excuse *groan* me", she said, still groaning in pain. Scootaloo chuckled. "Told you", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon passed wind again, feeling something else. "*ugh* Where's the bathroom?!" "Over there". Scootaloo pointed to the door to her left. Silver Spoon got up and ran into the bathroom, leaving clouds of her gas behind her. Scootaloo waited a few minutes before seeing if Silver Spoon was OK. Scootaloo got up and walked into the bathroom. The foul odor attacked her muzzle, but she was able to stand it. Scootaloo could see Silver Spoon's hind legs danging over one of the toilets in the stall. "Silver Spoon, are you OK?" "I'm *groan* fine", Silver Spoon said between grunts. "I waned you", Scootaloo said with a chuckle. "*ugh* Shut up!" Silver Spoon passed wind as she yelled. "*chuckle* See you at 7:00" Scootaloo went back to the bar and finished two more pies before leaving. ~~~~~~~~~~ Once Scootaloo got home, the first thing on her mind was relaxing. She walked into the house and sat down on the couch, sighing loudly. She then noticed Angel sitting on the other side, hugging one of the cushions as if it were a teddy bear. "Hey, Dad", Scootaloo said. Angel looked over at Scootaloo. "H-hey, Scootaloo"', he said. "You OK?", Scootaloo said. "No", Angel said. "What's wrong?", Scootaloo said. Angel let go of the cushion and sighed. "Mating season starts tomorrow, and I've been called out with a request to be a partner". "Isn't that good?" "Usually, that would be. But now, it isn't, because I'm with Fluttershy now". "Oh..." "I've been able to avoid mating season for the last three years, but now, I can't weasel out of this one". "Can't you just say no?" "I wish I could, but I can't. If a bunny refuses to mate with its partner, its partner gets to execute it, and believe me, I don't need to be killed at four years old". "Oh..." "I'm very confused right now, and I'm afraid that if I do mate with my partner, I'll fall in love with her and dump Fluttershy. I don't know what to do!" Angel grabbed the pillow and started crying into it. Scootaloo grabbed Angel and cuddled him. "Dad, I can't say that I know how you're feeling, but I'm pretty sure it can't be that bad. You've been dating Fluttershy for three years. She's the one you love, and I'm sure just a few hours of mating won't change your opinion about her. Plus, would your partner go out every three days to buy cherries for you or fluff your tail the way you like it? I don't think so. Tomorrow, all you have to do is get it over with and then you can go back to being with Fluttershy". Angel looked up at his daughter and smiled. "Thanks, Scootaloo". "No problem, Dad". Scootaloo rubbed Angel's head, making his left hind leg stamp on her thigh. "You know, for a filly, you sure can give good advice". "Thanks". "No problem. So, I have to let my partner know that I accept her request. See ya". Angel hopped off outside, while Scootaloo laid down and relaxed. "Sweetie?", a sweet voice called out. Scootaloo sat up and saw Fluttershy standing in front of her. "Hey, Mommy", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy sat down next to Scootaloo and cuddled her. "How was school?", Fluttershy said, kissing Scootaloo's cheek. "Fine", Scootaloo said, "I love Fridays". "I'm sure you do". Fluttershy chuckled. "Umm... Mommy?" "Yes?" "Can I have a friend over for tonight?" "Well, I don't think I can take another 'Cutie Mark Crusaders' sleepover after what happened last time". "Oh, no no no. Not with them, with Silver Spoon". "Doesn't she bully you?" "She used to, but now, we're friends". "Oh... well, I don't mind. Has she asked her parents?" "She said she has to ask, but I told her if she can, be here by 7:00". "OK, and yes, you can have her over". "Cool! Thanks, Mommy!" "You're very welcome, Sweetie. But, what about your nighttime problems?" That last sentence made Scootaloo remember. "Oh... right..." "Oh... maybe I shouldn't have said that". "Um... couldn't I just wear a robe to cover my diaper?" "Sweetie, the robes I have are a little big for you. You could trip and accidentally expose your diaper". Scootaloo hung her head with sadness. "But, I think I have a little else you could wear". Fluttershy smiled as Scootaloo's ears perked up. "Really?!" "Yes. Follow me please". Fluttershy got up and walked to her nursery, Scootaloo following. Soon, Fluttershy was in the nursery's closet, looking for something for Scootaloo to wear, while Scootaloo was playing with a rattle. She didn't know why, but it was fun. No wonder Fluttershy liked playing with baby toys. She was even playing with it like a baby, with her teeth instead of her hoof. "This is so fun", Scootaloo said under her breath, "No wonder Fluttershy is an adult foal. She has it good". Scootaloo give the rattle one last good shake before spitting it out as Fluttershy finally found something. "Well", she said, "This is the only thing I found that's small enough for you". She held out a pair of butter-yellow flannel pajamas with a pink butterfly pattern, like Fluttershy's cutie mark. Scootaloo smiled. "Those look cool!", she said. Fluttershy smiled. "I'm glad you think so", Fluttershy said, "Um... Would you like to try it on?" "Sure. But, can you diaper me first, so we won't have to worry later?" "OK". Soon, Fluttershy had Scootaloo dressed. Scootaloo smiled as she looked at her self in the full body mirror. "I like these!", she said. "I'm glad you think so", Fluttershy said, "Now that that's taken care of, what should I make for dinner?" "Well, Silver Spoon has food allergies". "Oh, well then, salad it is". Fluttershy walked back down to the living room, Scootaloo following, but not after grabbing the rattle she was playing with. While Fluttershy was preparing the salad, Scootaloo was playing with the rattle. Scootaloo was strangely enjoying herself, giggling a few times. After a few minutes, Scootaloo put the rattle down, as a thought struck in her mind. She knew that wearing the diapers felt good, and so did wearing the pajamas. Playing with the rattle felt good, and she didn't mind the feeling of a wet or messy diaper. Scootaloo began to get an idea, but waited until Fluttershy was finished before testing it. Soon, Fluttershy had finished the salad, covered the bowl with plastic wrap, and went back into the living room. "I'm all done", Fluttershy said, "We'll eat once your friend get's here". "OK", Scootaloo said. Scootaloo then looked down at the floor. Fluttershy noticed this. "Sweetie? Are you OK?" "Well... I was thinking..." "What were you thinking?" "Well, you know how you're an adult foal, right?" "Yes?" "Well, would it be alright if you would... if I could..." Fluttershy placed her hoof over Scootaloo's mouth before she could finish. "I know what you're trying to say, Sweetie", she said, "And yes, you may". Scootaloo smiled as she knew what Fluttershy was saying. "But, you cannot speak, you must listen to me, and you have to soil your diaper at least once, OK?" "Yes, M-", Scootaloo said before Fluttershy placed a pacifier into her mouth. Scootaloo happily suckled, remembering not to talk. Fluttershy smiled and carried Scootaloo to the nursery. ~~~~~~~~~~ Asking to act like a foal was the best thing Scootaloo could ever ask for. Scootaloo was cradled, fed baby food, which she liked, and wet and messed her diaper. Fluttershy was changing Scootaloo at that point. "So", Fluttershy said, finishing, "Did you enjoy yourself?" "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said behind her pacifier. "Good. Well, it's 7:00. We'll do this again when your friend leaves, OK?" Scootaloo nodded and spit out her pacifier. Fluttershy finished the change and redressed Scootaloo. The two Pegasi went back into the living room as the door bell rang. "Just in time", Scootaloo said, dashing to the door. Scootaloo opened the door and sure enough, Silver Spoon was there, carrying a big overnight bag. She was also wearing her pajamas, which took the worry out of Scootaloo about that. "Hey, Scootaloo!", she said, "Made it!" "Great!", Scootaloo said, "Come in!" Scootaloo let Silver Spoon in and closed the door. Silver Spoon looked at Fluttershy, who greeted her. "You must be Silver Spoon", Fluttershy said. "Yep", Silver Spoon said. "I'm Fluttershy", Fluttershy said, "Scootaloo's mother". "And the Element of Kindness holder". "Right. Now, dinner is on the table. Follow me please". Fluttershy walked into the kitchen and Silver Spoon looked at Scootaloo. "She's your mom?", she said. "Yep", Scootaloo said. "But, I saw in your school file that your mother is somepony named Light Cloud". "She used to be, but now, Fluttershy is". "Why is she your mom now?" "I'll tell you later". Scootaloo walked into the kitchen, Silver Spoon following. The fillies sat at the table, while Fluttershy served them. Fluttershy had made a slightly improved salad, instead of a regular one. It contained rice, croutons, cheese, oats, hay, and, of course, several vegetables. "Thanks, Fluttershy", Silver Spoon said. "Thanks, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "You're very welcome, you two", Fluttershy said. She served herself and started eating. Silver Spoon looked at Scootaloo and whispered to her. "You call her 'Mommy?'", she whispered. "Yeah", Scootaloo whispered back, "She's my mom after all. What's wrong with that?" "Oh, nothing. I'm not saying there's something wrong with that, it's just surprising that an eight-year-old would say that". "Oh, OK". The fillies started eating. Soon, they all finished eating and Fluttershy collected their bowls and washed them. "OK", she said, "I need to feed the others". "Want some help with that?", Scootaloo said. "No thank you, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "You have a guest over". Fluttershy grabbed the buckets and walked out the door. Scootaloo looked at Silver Spoon. "So, what do you want to do?", she said. "I brought my game console and a few games", Silver Spoon said, "Shall we?" "We shall!", Scootaloo instantly said. After getting the system hooked up to Fluttershy's TV, Scootaloo and Silver Spoon started playing "Call of Pony: Modern Warfare 3". Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were playing in multiplayer against each other, while talking to each other. "So", Scootaloo said, "I take it that you feel better from the pie incident?" "Yeah", Silver Spoon said, "Much better. Mom had to give me laxatives to calm my stomach. It was either that, or an indigestion shot". "Really? Well, I'd rather swallow pills than get a shot". "Uh, Scoots. That's not how you take them". "Well, how do you take them?" Silver Spoon told Scootaloo how to take the laxatives. "Oh... Eww..." "I know right. What I don't get is how you were able to stand my stench. I couldn't even stand it, and it was mine". "I'm used to smells like that. I clean stables that fifty different animals use every day, and I've been at sleepovers with Applebloom, and using the bathroom after her is like trying to clean out a pig-pen". "Oh... OK". "Gotcha!" Scootaloo pressed the trigger, sniping Silver Spoon, winning the game. "How did I not see that?" "Probably because you were too busy staring in that cave, thinking I was in there". "Whatever. Unique Ops?" "Sure". After playing games for a while, the two moved on "Truth-or-Dare?". "Truth or Dare?", Scootaloo asked Silver Spoon. "Dare", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo thought about it for a while, then saw Angel sleeping in his bed. "I dare you to pour a cup of water on Dad". "You mean Angel? Won't that upset him?" "He'll be fine". Scootaloo smiled as Silver Spoon picked up her water, walked over to Angel, and poured it on him, waking him up. He saw that he was wet and freaked out. "Fluttershy left me outside again!", he said, "And it's raining!" Both fillies started laughing. "Huh?" "Got you!", Silver Spoon said. Angel rolled his eyes. "I forgot that you were a prankster", he said, "I'll get you both back". Angel hopped upstairs, while the fillies continued their game. "So", Silver Spoon said, "Truth or Dare?" "Truth", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon smiled. "What's your deepest secret?" Scootaloo's smiled dropped to a frown, knowing this was coming. "Oh... well...can't I pass?" "No. You have to tell me. It's the rule". Silver Spoon wanted to take back her question, but knew she couldn't. Scootaloo lowered her head as she spoke. "Here's why Fluttershy is my mom", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon got comfy as Scootaloo spoke. Scootaloo let out everything she was hiding. Her hateful mother, her inability to control her bladder when sleeping, and her father. Silver Spoon really wished she hadn't asked Scootaloo that, because now she knew everything, and Scootaloo was having trouble telling it to her. Soon, Scootaloo had finished. "And, I'm wearing a diaper under my pajamas. See?" Scootaloo unfastened the buttons to the small flap of her pajamas, exposing her diaper. Silver Spoon was surprised, but didn't say anything. After showing Silver Spoon this, Scootaloo started crying into her hooves, feeling embarrassed. Silver Spoon, feeling sorry for her, pulled her into a hug. "All of that seems hard, Scoots", she said, "Really hard". "Well, there you go", Scootaloo said, "My deepest secret. Go ahead, call me a 'baby blank flank' and leave". "Scootaloo, why would I do that? I'm not Diamond Tiara, I'm your friend. So what if you have to wear diapers when you're sleeping?" "But, how could you-?" Silver Spoon placed her hoof over Scootaloo's muzzle before she could finish. "I don't care that you have to wear diapers. You're still my friend, and a real friend sticks with its friend no matter what. In fact, there's something I need to show you too". Silver Spoon unfastened the flap to her own pajamas. Scootaloo looked and gasped. Silver Spoon was wearing a diaper under her pajamas as well. "You're wearing a diaper? Does that mean...?" "Yep. I'm a bed-wetter too. I was trying to hide it, but since you told me your problem, I decided to tell you mine". "Silver Spoon... I didn't know that". "Of course you didn't. But now you do". Scootaloo was starting to get confused, so Silver Spoon decided to wrap it up. "Look, what I'm basically trying to say is that I'm your friend, and I can keep a secret. You can tell me anything". Scootaloo hugged Silver Spoon. "Thank you, Silver Spoon". "No problem, Scoots". "So, you say you can keep a secret?" "Yeah". "Well... do you have any secrets about Diamond Tiara?". Silver Spoon smiled evilly, knowing what she meant. "Get comfortable, because you're going to be here for a while". ~~~~~~~~~~ Once again, Flutterheart and Light Cloud were outside the cottage, waiting for their moment. "We're going in there this time!", Light Cloud said, "I mean it!" "Cloud, calm down!", Flutterheart said, "I already said we were no matter what. We have our weapons, and we have a plan. After this, we'll be wearing pony skin cloaks". "Ooh, I can't wait!", Light Cloud said. Soon, they got to the house and peeked in through the window. Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were talking and giggling among themselves. "Well", Light Cloud said, "Looks like the little prick is having a sleepover". "Yep", Flutterheart said, "The fun has been doubled. If our main target tries anything, we kill her friend". "Good plan. Now, here's the plan. There's a dog in there, and he will start growling if he sees me. We need to take him out. You got the tranquilizer?" Flutterheart hoofed Light Cloud a small pistol, loaded with tranquilizer darts. Light Cloud smiled and flew up to a high window, seeing Sledge laying on the floor. With just a pull of a trigger, she fired, sending a dart right into the dog's neck. Before Sledge could even yelp, the dart took effect, putting him to sleep. "Nighty-Night, Doggy. You're lucky these are tranquilizers, and not small calibers, which we're going to use on your little owner". Light Cloud flew back down to ground level. "So", Flutterheart said, "What's next?" "Your daughter has several locks on every door", Light Cloud said, "We need to quietly pick each one". "Actually, I have a better idea. The wood she uses it very sensitive, and we could just go through it. Follow me". Flutterheart walked to the back door, Light Cloud following. "Now, watch this". He pulled out a small laser and burned a hole in the door, making it fall over. "Wow", Light Cloud said, "You're good". "Thanks", Flutterheart said, "Now, for the moment we've been waiting for. Walk, don't run. If we startle them, it won't be fun. It must be a surprise visit". Light Cloud nodded and the two walked in. "And you won't believe what Diamond Tiara does when she's alone!", Silver Spoon said. "What is it?", Scootaloo said, anxious to hear. "She-!" Silver Spoon cut herself off as she saw two other Pegasi standing in front of them. "Who are they?" Scootaloo looked and her eyes went very big. "Hello, Scootaloo", Light Cloud said, "Hope you don't mind us dropping in. We'll just kill you and your fake mother and leave". Light Cloud pulled out another pistol, this one loaded with real bullets. "Silver Spoon, run now!", Scootaloo yelled, running upstairs, Silver Spoon following. They hid in Fluttershy's room, where Fluttershy was fast asleep. "Mommy! Wake up!" "Huh? What?", Fluttershy said, "What's going on?" "Your dad and my old mom is downstairs! They want to kill us!" "What?!" Fluttershy got out of the bed and peeked out of the door. They were. "Father... Cloud..." "What do we do?!", Silver Spoon said, "What if they want me too?!" "We need to call somepony!", Fluttershy said. "I'll call Spitfire!", Scootaloo said, "She gave me her number!" Scootaloo picked up the house phone and started dialing. Fluttershy, wanting to speak to the father, walked out and stood in front of him. He smiled. "Well", Flutterheart said, "Look who it is. My little mistake. You got nerve showing your face to me". "Your dead!", Light Cloud said, pointing her gun toward Fluttershy. Flutterheart slapped it away. "Hold on", he said, "Let her talk first". "Father... why?", Fluttershy said, starting to cry. "Because! You're a mistake! You're lucky you had Flutterkind with you, because if it were up to me, you'd be in an orphanage in Cloudsdale right now!" Fluttershy's timidity soon turned to rage. She struck her father right in his jaw, sending him to the floor. Light Cloud tried to shoot Fluttershy, but Fluttershy grabbed the gun out of her hooves and used it as a bat, swinging it right in her face. Fluttershy didn't like shooting guns, so she couldn't see herself doing it. "You're so freaking dead!", Light Cloud said. Fluttershy tried to move, but her father grabbed her hind legs, while Light Cloud picked up the gun. "Any final words?!" Before Fluttershy could even talk, she was struck by a random zoom. Spitfire had arrived, Flutterkind with her. "Mother!", Fluttershy said, running to her and hugging her. Scootaloo and Silver Spoon made it downstairs also. "Let's get this started!", Spitfire said. Spitfire kicked Flutterheart right in his face. Spitfire kept fighting while the others were taking shelter behind the couch. Soon, Spitfire had collected both of their guns. "Now, leave now and you don't die". Both just chuckled. "You think that's all we have?", Flutterheart said, "You're stupid". Both pulled out sniper guns, making Spitfire drop the pistols. "Ready to give up?" Spitfire couldn't say no. She had to step down. "Smart choice", Light Cloud said, "Looks like Equestria won't loose their most talented Wonderbolt. And by the way, the Shadowbolts are better". Both of the Pegasi walked over to the couch, where the rest of the group were spread out hiding. "Now", Flutterheart said, waving the gun around his targets, "Pick which one of you die first". "Go to Tartarus!", Flutterkind said, "You should be there now!" "OK", Light Cloud said, "I'll choose". She pointed the gun at Scootaloo. "You. Now you can either come back with me and clean up, or you can get lead in your head". "Why don't you clean up your own mess?!", Scootaloo said, "I've been cleaning up after you for three years! You're nothing but a lazy, mean, abusive excuse for a mare!" Scootaloo punched Light Cloud right in her muzzle. "Ow!", Light Cloud said as blood poured from her nose, "That's it! If you want to hurt me..." She pointed the gun at Silver Spoon. "I'll kill your friend instead!" With a pull of a trigger, Light Cloud shot at Silver Spoon. A desperation struck Scootaloo, and she couldn't help doing what she did next. "NOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!" She dove right in front of Silver Spoon, taking the bullet right in her chest, making her pass out. "SCOOTALOO!", Fluttershy screamed, going over to Scootaloo. Blood was pouring out of her wound, and she grabbed a curtain from her window to keep her from bleeding out. "Nice shot, Cloud", Flutterheart said, pointing his gun at Fluttershy, "You're next". Fluttershy held Scootaloo in her grasp, knowing she was about to meet her end. But then, what Fluttershy thought was going to happen didn't. Instead of hearing a gunshot, she heard a sickening slice, followed by gagging. She looked up and saw the killers, on the floor, unconscious with knives in their necks. Angel was standing between them, breathing heavily. "That's why I'm Angel Bunny, bitch!", he said. "We need to get Scootaloo to a hospital!", Fluttershy said, before dashing out the window. ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo was in a room, while Fluttershy and Silver Spoon were waiting for one of them to come out. Flutterkind and Spitfire went back to Cloudsdale to turn the criminals in, and Angel was cleaning up any mess in the cottage the the criminals has left behind. Soon, Nurse Redheart came out, carrying a clipboard. Fluttershy instantly got up. "How is she, Nurse?!", Fluttershy said, desperate for an answer. "She was lucky to have survived", Nurse Redheart said, "The bullet was two inches from piercing her heart. Any closer and she would have been killed. She survived and is breathing well, but there are a few other side effects". "What are they?" "The bullet punctured one of her nerves controlling her bodily functions. She has become temporarily incontinent". "Temporarily? For how long?" "That we don't know. So much damage was done, we can't tell how long. It could be weeks, months, even years. She will need to wear diapers at all times until she can control herself". "Understood, Nurse". "OK, another thing. Once the bullet penetrated her, it traveled downward, puncturing the bottom of her spine. She's now paralyzed from the waist down". "Is it permanent?" "No. We were able to repair the damage. She'll only be paralyzed for a month or two". "Is there anything we can do?" "All we can do is wait, Sweetie. We don't know when she'll wake up. There's nothing we can do for her right now. If you like, you may go see her". Redheart opened the door, letting Fluttershy in. Silver Spoon just waited for Fluttershy to come out, because she could see Scootaloo at that point. She was feeling fuzzy inside. Scootaloo had just saved her life. She jumped in front of a bullet for her, almost killing herself. But, why? Fluttershy walked into the room, closing the door behind her. She saw Scootaloo, unconscious in the bed, with a huge bandage over her chest. The monitor was beeping at a normal pace, thankfully. Just seeing Scootaloo like that made her sad. She walked up to the filly and knelt down next to her. "Sweetie?", Fluttershy said, "I really hope you can hear me. Please don't leave. You're my only daughter. I love you. I'm sorry that I couldn't protect you! I... I can't even save you now!" Fluttershy started crying into her hooves. She felt like she failed. Soon, she heard whimpering and Scootaloo started shifting lightly in the bed. she was having a nightmare. Fluttershy grabbed her hoof and started singing "Hush Now, Quiet Now" softly in her ear. Scootaloo stopped shifting and relaxed. Fluttershy held Scootaloo's tiny hoof under her neck in a hugging manner. "Fluttershy?", Redheart said. Fluttershy looked at Redheart. "Yes, Nurse?", she said. "I'm sorry to tell you that you have to leave. Scootaloo needs to rest. You may come back tomorrow". Fluttershy looked at Scootaloo one last time. "I love you, Sweetie". She kissed Scootaloo's hoof and left the room. To be continued...
Scootaloo Awakens/Silver Spoon's Confession/A Surprise Visit and PartyThree days later... Fluttershy was in the worst mood she could be in ever since Scootaloo was shot. Anger and depression were burned inside of her, and she could barely control it. She also spent a lot of time in her room, laying in bed with one of her stuffed animals, pretending it's Scootaloo. The only time she wold come out was too eat and to make breakfast, lunch, and dinner for Angel, and to use the bathroom. Fluttershy wasn't even in the mood to act like a foal, and that's saying something. Fluttershy also frequently visited the hospital, making sure Scootaloo was OK. Angel kept his distance from Fluttershy, not wanting to bother her. The only time he was in the same room with her was to eat. Silver Spoon was a frequent visitor to Fluttershy and Angel. Fluttershy was in the room with Scootaloo again, changing her diaper. Scootaloo was still unconscious, but was breathing fine and was still alive. Fluttershy finished changing Scootaloo, placed the hospital gown back over her, and washed her hooves. Then, she pulled up a chair and sat down next to the bed, holding Scootaloo's hoof in her own. Fluttershy wished Scootaloo would wake up sooner. It worried her that Scootaloo may never wake up again. The only time she was in control of her emotions was when she was next to Scootaloo. "Sweetie", Fluttershy whispered to Scootaloo, "Please wake up soon. It's been very lonely without you around. I really miss you". Fluttershy held Scootaloo's hoof under her neck again, feeling the warmth Scootaloo usually had. Scootaloo's hoof may have felt warm, but Fluttershy felt cold. Fluttershy really wanted to hold Scootaloo in her lap again, but now, she couldn't. Now Scootaloo was laying in a hospital bed, paralyzed and incontinent, with a hole in her chest. Fluttershy kissed Scootaloo's hoof and left the room. ~~~~~~~~~~ Four hours later, Fluttershy returned to the room, this time carrying a bouquet of flowers for Scootaloo. Once she walked in, she saw Scootaloo's head turn toward her, her eyes slightly open. "M... Mommy?", Scootaloo said, her voice sounding very weak. Fluttershy's eyes went big. "Scootaloo?!", Fluttershy said. Fluttershy went over to to the bed. Sure enough, Scootaloo had just woken up. "Oh, thank Celestia you're OK!" Fluttershy gave Scootaloo a quick nuzzle. "Mommy...", Scootaloo said, "I can't feel anything down there. I can't move". "Oh", Fluttershy said, "Well... the nurse said that you were paralyzed from the waist down. You won't be able to walk or move anything down there for a few weeks". Scootaloo then noticed the diaper on her flank. "Does that mean I can't control when I need to go to the bathroom?" "Sadly, yes it does". "Oh... at least I can still... move my hooves". "Yes". Fluttershy placed the flowers on Scootaloo's bandaged chest. "I bought these for you. Hope you like them". Scootaloo grabbed the flowers and held them close to her neck. "Thanks. I love them". Scootaloo then felt a sharp pressure in her bladder. She tried to hold it, but in her current state, it was hopeless. She soon felt her diaper becoming wet and heavy. "Umm... Mommy?" "Yes, Sweetie?" "I peed myself". Fluttershy checked Scootaloo's diaper. "Indeed you did". Fluttershy changed Scootaloo's diaper and covered her back up with the sheet. "Thank you", Scootaloo said, pulling Fluttershy down to her and hugging her. Fluttershy smiled as she gently hugged Scootaloo back. "You're very welcome, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, giving Scootaloo a small peck on her muzzle. At that point, Nurse Redheart came into the room, carrying her clipboard. "Good morning Fluttershy, Scootaloo", she said. "Morning, Nurse", Scootaloo said. "I should fill you in about your current state", Redheart said, "When you were shot, you became incontinent and paralyzed. You'll only be paralyzed for a month or two, but we don't know when your incontinence will end". "Oh..." "However, you won't have to lay there for a long time. Only for a few days minimum. Fluttershy has rented a wheelchair for you and once you're ready to be checked out, we'll let you use it". Scootaloo nodded. "Yes, Nurse". "OK. Fluttershy, Scootaloo needs her rest. You may come back tomorrow". "Yes, Nurse". Fluttershy looked at Scootaloo. "I'll see you tomorrow, Sweetie". Fluttershy kissed Scootaloo's muzzle again. "I love you". "I love you too, Mommy". Scootaloo kissed Fluttershy's cheek and Fluttershy left the room. Scootaloo hugged the flowers on her chest and sighed. "Would you like something to do?", Nurse Redheart asked Scootaloo. Scootaloo thought about it, then smiled. "Do you have any Daring Do books?" ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo was reading "Daring Do and the Ring of Destiny", when a knock at the door rang out. "Come in", Scootaloo said. The door opened and Scootaloo was surprised who it was: Rainbow Dash. "Rainbow Dash?", Scootaloo said. "What's up, Squirt?", Rainbow Dash said. "What are you doing here?" "Just here to see if you were OK". Rainbow Dash then noticed the book in Scootaloo's hooves. "Hey, you're reading the best book in the Daring Do series!" "Is it the best because you're in it?" "You know it! I still can't believe that A.K. Yearling is Daring Do, and I was right there next to her! So, I heard about what happened to you. You seem pretty banged up. So to help you get through this, I got you a little something". Rainbow Dash set a huge bag of assorted candy on the nightstand next to Scootaloo. "Thanks, Rainbow Dash". "No problem, Squirt. So, how was your first time in Cloudsdale?" "It was awesome! I got to see the Weather Creation room, and I got to meet Spitfire!" "She's awesome, isn't she?" "Yeah! She gave me front row tickets to the Wonderbolt's Fliers Competition!" "You're gonna like that. I went as a filly and I had the time of my life. Well, I gotta go. Applejack is giving away free cider, and I gotta get there before Pinkie Pie drinks it all". "OK. See ya, Rainbow Dash!" "Later, Squirt". Rainbow Dash flew out of the room, while Scootaloo started eating her candy. ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo finished the book and half of her candy. After having a big plate of hay fries, another knock at her door rang out. "Come in", Scootaloo said. The door opened and Silver Spoon walked in. Scootaloo smiled. "Hey, Silver Spoon". "H-hey, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said. "You OK? You sound weird". "Yeah, I'm fine. I'm just still a little scarred from that sleepover". "Oh... well, that's over". "Yeah". Silver Spoon rubbed the back of her mane. She was nervous. "Silver Spoon, are you sure you're OK?" "I'm fine, Scootaloo!" "OK OK! Just asking. So, wan't some candy?" Scootaloo pointed to the bag of candy next to her. "No thanks. I just ate". "So, why are you here?" "J-just want to see you. To see if you were OK. I heard what happened to you and that you were awake, so I came here to see you". Trying to say those words were so hard to Silver Spoon, as something was dreading her inside. "Silver Spoon, something's eating you, isn't it?" "No. I'm fine". Scootaloo raised her eyebrows, making Silver Spoon confess. "Yes. Yes there is". "What is it?" "I... I can't tell you. It's too embarrassing. You'd call me a creep!" "Silver Spoon, like you said, I'm your friend. You can tell me anything. You didn't make fun of me when I told you I was a bed-wetter". "But this is a whole lot more different! I-!" Scootaloo put a miniature candy bar inside of Silver Spoon's mouth before she could finish. "Just tell me. I won't mind". Silver Spoon swallowed and sighed. "Fine! Scootaloo, I love you!", Silver Spoon finally said. Scootaloo was surprised. Did she just say that? "What did you say?" "I... I love you... Scootaloo". Silver Spoon was able to get that out, but couldn't even look at Scootaloo at that point. It took Scootaloo a while to take that in. "What do you mean you love me? You mean as a friend?" "No. I'm in love with you". Each word made Silver Spoon want to run out of the room even more. Scootaloo was surprisingly taking all of this, but it was hard. "Why?" "Because... because... wh-when you saved my life, I began to develop feelings for you. I don't know why, but it just happened. You saved my life from a sniper. Nopony else, except my parents, would have done that. Diamond Tiara wouldn't have did that, and I don't know if Applebloom or Sweetie Belle would have. You are the best friend I've ever had, and I love you!" Silver Spoon had to cross her hind legs to keep herself from running out of the room. Saying all of that felt like she were the one who was shot with that sniper gun. "Silver Spoon...", Scootaloo said, "Is that really true?" "Very", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo didn't know what to say. She heard every word, and only one thing was in her mind. "Silver Spoon, come here", Scootaloo said. "Why?", Silver Spoon said, still not even wanting to look at Scootaloo. "Just... come here", Scootaloo said again. Silver Spoon peeked at Scootaloo. She didn't see an angry or mad facial expression, so she decided to walk up to Scootaloo. Once she got close to Scootaloo, she tightened up her face, embracing herself for the slap she was going to get for Scootaloo. She finally reached Scootaloo, her face still tightened. But then, she felt her head being pulled down, followed by something pressing against her lips. She opened her eyes and saw her muzzle pressed against Scootaloo's. Silver Spoon was as surprised as she could be. Scootaloo, the filly she was in love with, was kissing her, on her lips. Scootaloo let go of Silver Spoon, who was seriously zoned out. "I love you too, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, running her hoof down Silver Spoon's mane from the front of her head to the ends of her braids, "That's why I saved you. Ever since I first saw you, I fell in love with you. But at the time, you were my bully, and I couldn't tell you how I felt. But now, as I look into your big purple eyes, I can see you and me, together". Silver Spoon only removed her glasses and hugged Scootaloo, burying her face in her coat, crying softly. "I love you, Scootaloo", she said, wiping her muzzle on Scootaloo's coat. "I love you too, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, petting Silver Spoon's mane. The two continued to hug for a while. The two were in love, even though the history between the two were unusual. They loved each other. But then, Scootaloo could smell something very foul, and felt the back of her diaper become warm and bulgy. Scootaloo blushed as she knew she needed a change. But, the only pony in the room with her was Silver Spoon, so she decided to ask her. "Uh... Silver Spoon?", she said. "Yes, Scootaloo?", Silver Spoon said. "Just so you're not alarmed, I'm a bit messy here". "Messy? You mean...?" Silver Spoon pointed to Scootaloo's diaper. "Yeah... and I was wondering if you could..." Scootaloo finished her sentence in a very low voice. "... change me". "You want me to change you? But, you have things to keep private down there". "I don't care. I'd rather expose what I have down there while getting changed than get a diaper rash". Silver Spoon rubbed the back of her mane nervously. "Are you sure you want me to change you? Because I've never changed a messy diaper before". "It's just like changing a wet one, just a bit harder and smellier, trust me". "Well... OK, I'll do it, but you have to promise me that you won't tell anypony else!" "I promise. Cross my heart and hope to fly, stick a cupcake in my eye". Scootaloo used her hoof to imitate the moves of Pinkie's signature promise. "OK". Silver Spoon moved to the end of the bed and moved the sheet back, exposing Scootaloo's messy diaper. She untaped it, but before she could open it, Scootaloo stopped her. "I just want to warn you", she said, "I just ate some hay fries, so it may smell pretty bad". "That's OK", Silver Spoon said, "I think I'll live". Silver Spoon took a deep breath, exhaled, and opened the diaper, seeing and smelling the mess. She gagged a bit at the smell and sight. "Oh, Celestia! That smells seriously rank!" "I warned you", Scootaloo said, chuckling a bit. Silver Spoon chuckled as well. "OK, Stinkaloo", Silver Spoon said, "Hold still so I can get you cleaned up". Scootaloo chuckled at the name "Stinkaloo". Silver Spoon finished changing Scootaloo and recovered her up with the sheet. Scootaloo had to admit, Silver Spoon did a pretty good job. Even thought she couldn't feel the diaper, she knew it was on tightly and comfortably. Silver Spoon threw the soiled diaper in the trash and washed her hooves twice, just in case. "Thanks, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said. "No problem, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said, "You know you owe me for that, right?" "What do you want?" "The rest of your candy". Silver Spoon pointed to the half-full bag of candy on the stand next to Scootaloo. "Well, some of it has peanuts, and since you have food allergies, I don't think you should eat it". "Oh, never mind then. I'll think of something else. So, I should go before my parents find out that I left without permission. See you tomorrow". "You too". The fillies kissed again and Silver Spoon went back home. ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo finished her candy and took a short nap. A few hours later, there was another knock at the door. "Come in", Scootaloo said. The door was opened by a familiar golden aura , and who was standing in the door frame surprised Scootaloo to her core. "P.... Princess Celestia?!", Scootaloo said. "You were expecting Luna?", Celestia said, chuckling lightly. Scootaloo would've bowed in front of Celestia, if she could stand. "Princess", Scootaloo said, "What are you doing here?" "I'm here to see you, of course", Celestia said, smiling, "What else?" "But... why? How?" "Well, Fluttershy told Twilight Sparkle, and as you know, Twilight is my student, and once she told me what happened, I had to see if you were OK. Since Luna has visited you in one of your dreams, I knew you would like to see me". "But... why would you want to see me after I nearly killed myself?" "Sweetie, even if you would've passed on, that wouldn't be killing yourself, that would be sacrificing your life to save another pony, as Twilight has almost done several times". "I... I just can't believe that your standing right next to me. The ruler of Equestria... in the same room with me". Celestia chuckled. "That's usually everypony's reaction when I meet them face-to-face, as does Luna". "Wow". "So, how are you feeling?" "Fine, even thought I'm paralyzed and incontinent". "Well, as long as you're OK, you'll get through it. Anyway, there's something I have to tell you". "What is it, Princess?" "You're the only filly that I've known that has saved a life, and for that, I'm going to reward you". "With what... your highness?" "Once Fluttershy thinks you're ready, I'm granting you two full weeks of living in the Castle in Canterlot". Scootaloo was seriously surprised. "In the Castle?! Really?!" "Yes. You, Luna and I, and if you like, you can bring a maximum of four friends". "I... I don't even know what to say. I'm so surprised". Scootaloo could feel her diaper becoming wet from the surprise, but she ignored it. "Well, you don't have to say anything, because I know what you're going to say next. You're welcome". Scootaloo smiled. Just the thought about getting to be in the Castle made her excited. "Anyway, until then, take these as a get well gift". Celestia placed a large bouquet of Sunflowers on Scootaloo's bandaged chest to join Fluttershy's flowers, and a large heart-shaped box of assorted chocolates on the stand next to Scootaloo. Scootaloo was surprised as she could be. First, Celestia comes to see her, then invites her to live in the Castle, and now she's giving her gifts. "Thank you, Princess Celestia!", Scootaloo said. Celestia smiled. "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Celestia said, "And, you don't have to use my title anymore. Just call me Celestia". "OK, Prin... Celestia", Scootaloo said, having trouble skipping her title. "So, I still have a few hours before I need to return. Would you like me to stay until then?" "Would I?!" Celestia sat down in the chair next to Scootaloo. "So, there's something I've been dying to ask you". "What is it?" "How did you get your cutie mark?" Celestia smiled. "Well..." ~~~~~~~~~~ 2000+ years ago, 6:00 AM... Celestia was in her room, watching her baby sister, Luna while she slept in her crib, when her mother, Queen Solaria came in. "Celly?", she said, smiling, "There's something I need to tell you". "What is it, Mother?", Celestia said. "I'm passing off my job of controlling the Sun to you". Celestia was very surprised. "Really?!" "Yes", Solaria said, "I think it's time for you to learn". Celestia ran toward her mother and hugged her tight. "Thank you!" "You're welcome, Sweetie". At that point, Luna started crying. "What's wrong with Luna?" Celestia walked over to her baby sister, a foul smell passing by her muzzle. "She needs to be changed", Celestia said. "Well, change her, and then meet me outside". Celestia nodded and changed Luna. After changing Luna and rocking her back to sleep, Celestia went outside to the front yard of Canterlot Castle. It was dark, but she could see her mother's beautiful fire-orange aura, providing light for the two. Solaria looked at Celestia and smiled. "Well, are you ready?", she said. Celestia smiled wide and nodded. "OK. Now, all you have to do is fly upward, while at the same time using your magic to control the Sun's rays. You have to fly twenty hooves into the air for the Sun to be completely raised, or it won't be able to give off its heat. Try it". Celestia's horn lit up, focusing on the hot rays of the Sun, and tried to fly upward, but couldn't move. Celestia looked at her mother with a confused look. "Oh, when you're trying to control the Sun, gravity becomes very effective, weighing you down. You have to keep flying, no matter what, and you'll get used to it". Celestia nodded and tried again and again, not being able to move. Celestia released her magic and sat down on the grass, crying into her hooves. Solaria went over to her daughter and hugged her. "Sweetie", she said, "I know it's hard. I had trouble on the first time I tried to control the Sun". "But it's too hard!", Celestia said, "I can't even lift an inch off of the ground! How am I supposed to fly twenty hooves off of the ground to raise the Sun if I can't even fly one?!" "Calm down, Celestia", Solaria said, "Look at me". Celestia looked right into her mother's orange eyes. "Now, I know it's hard, but you'll get used to it. All you have to do is not stop at all, and once you start lifting, keep going". Celestia wiped her muzzle on Solaria's coat before standing up again. "Understood, Mother", she said. "Good. Now, give it another try". Solaria stood next to Celestia as she tried again. Celestia's horn lit up again, and her eyes clenched shut. She could feel the Sun's heat in her pink mane as she tried again. Soon, Celestia felt heat all over herself. She opened her eyes to see the Sun high in the sky, and herself twenty hooves off of the ground. "I did it!", Celestia screamed from the top of her lungs, very proud of herself. She flew back down to the ground, landing on her mother's back. "Mother, I did it!" "What?", Solaria said, joking with her daughter, "I wasn't looking". "Mother~~~~!", Celestia whined. "I'm just joking, Sweetie". "So you can see the Sun?" "Which one? The one in the sky or the one on your flank?" "The one in the sky! I don't... have..." Celestia looked at her flank, seeing a big Celestial Sun. "My... my cutie mark! My special talent is raising the Sun!" She started hopping around in circles around her mother, chanting "Yes!" Solaria smiled and grabbed her daughter with her magic and levitated her onto her back. "I'm proud of you, Sweetie", Solaria said, licking Celestia's cheek. "Thank you, Mother", Celestia said, nuzzling her mother. "OK, let's go back inside. Breakfast is going to be served shortly". Solaria started walking back to the Castle, Celestia on her back. "Mother?", Celestia said. "Yes, Sweetie?", Solaria said. "Who's going to control the Moon?" "Your father is until Luna is old enough". "Then he's going to teach her?" "Yes. But, if your father and I happen to... pass on before then, you'll be in charge of teaching her". "OK". "Promise?" "I promise. Cross my heart and hope to fly, to the Sun up in the sky". After using her mother's signature promise, the two alicorns went inside for breakfast. ~~~~~~~~~~ "... and that's how I got my cutie mark", Celestia said, rubbing her cutie mark. Scootaloo enjoyed every moment of the story, while hugging the Sunflowers Celestia gave her. "Wow", she said, "That must have been cool!" "It was. I can still remember that time". "So, did your dad teach Luna how to raise the Moon?" "No, Sweetie. Mother and Father passed after a battle with griffons, so I taught her". "There was a battle?" "Yes. During that time, griffons and ponies were enemies, and there was a war between them. Ponies had victory, but the griffons killed my parents". "Oh... I'm sorry". "Don't be. It's OK. So, anything else you want to ask me?" Scootaloo smiled. Scootaloo asked Celestia question after question, while getting good answers. After two hours, Celestia had to leave. "OK, Scootaloo", she said, "I have to go now". Scootaloo looked down with a sad look. "OK", Scootaloo said. Then, she held her hooves out to Celestia, wanting a hug. Celestia smiled and hugged Scootaloo for about a minute. Then, she gave Scootaloo a small kiss on her cheek, making Scootaloo blush. "I'll see you soon", Celestia said. "You too". Scootaloo waved goodbye at Celestia as she left the room, closing the door behind her. Scootaloo smiled and began eating her chocolates. "I don't think I'll ever wash this cheek again". Scootaloo rubbed the cheek Celestia kissed. ~~~~~~~~~~ One week later... Scootaloo was paid visit after visit from many ponies and friends, while also receiving gifts from them. Scootaloo had a tiny pile of different flowers on her chest(Fluttershy/Celestia/Rarity/Silver Spoon/Sweetie Belle), several candies(Rainbow Dash/Celestia/Angel), Wonderbolts action figures(Spitfire/Soarin), a few books(Twilight), a large box of assorted cookies(Pinkie), and several cards with bits(All of the above and more). Scootaloo was playing with her action figures with Fluttershy when Nurse Redheart come in. "Good morning, Scootaloo, Fluttershy", she said. "Morning, Nurse", Scootaloo said, as did Fluttershy. "Good news", Redheart said, "We've just been told that you're able to be checked out of the hospital". "Really?!". Scootaloo said, happy. "Yes. All I have to do is finish the paperwork and you'll be able to go home". "That's great", Fluttershy said. "OK. Give me about five minutes and I'll be back with your wheelchair". Nurse Redheart left the room while Fluttershy and Scootaloo talked. "I take it that you're ready to come home", Fluttershy said. "You know it, Mommy!", Scootaloo said, "I've been lying here forever, and I finally get to leave!" "Yes. Now, I need to tell you that you're still incontinent, and you could have an accident in public, even at school". "Oh... right". "I've already let Cherilee know, and she said if any of her students are caught teasing you or making fun of you, they'll be suspended". Scootaloo smiled. "Cool". "I'm really glad you're coming home". "Me too". Scootaloo hugged her mother. Fluttershy bagged Scootaloo's gifts, but let her hold the flowers, afraid to kill them. At that point, Nurse Redheart came back with a wheelchair. "Here you go", she said, "Good luck making it home". She left the room. Scootaloo smiled and held her hooves out to Fluttershy. Fluttershy lifted Scootaloo out of the bed and very carefully sat her in the chair. Scootaloo began to shiver a bit, being deprived of the heat the hospital sheets gave her. Fluttershy could see this, she she took the sheet and placed it over Scootaloo. Scootaloo sighed as the warmth came back. "Thank you, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "No problem, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "Now, let's go home". Scootaloo held her flowers close to her as Fluttershy wheeled Scootaloo out of the hospital. Luckily for her, a taxi carriage rode by. "Taxi!" The carriage stopped, letting the two in. There was just enough space for her and the wheelchair. "Where to, Miss?", the carriage puller said. "The cottage at the end of the dirt path, please". The puller nodded and pulled the two to Fluttershy's Cottage. ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, the two Pegasi reached the cottage. Fluttershy paid the puller and slowly wheeled Scootaloo out of the carriage. After they got out, the carriage left. Fluttershy wheeled Scootaloo up the ramp to the house she had installed and used the key underneath the mat to unlock it. The two walked in and saw nothing but darkness. "Let me find the light", Fluttershy said. Then, a light flashed on and the two heard multiple ponies saying "Surprise!" Scootaloo saw Twilight, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, Rarity, Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, Silver Spoon, Flutterkind, Spitfire, Soarin, and Angel. Party supplies were everywhere, a snack table carrying multiple snacks, and there was a banner hanging from the ceiling that said "Welcome home, Scootaloo!". Scootaloo smiled. They were having a party, for her. After getting congratulated by everyone else, Scootaloo wheeled herself over to the snack table and started stuffing her face. A few hours later, the party ended and the guests went home. Scootaloo had a good time, and even got presents from the guests, mostly flowers, but she still liked them. After Fluttershy placed Scootaloo's huge supply of flowers in a vase, Scootaloo began to get sleepy. "Looks like you're getting tired", Fluttershy said, cooing at Scootaloo. Scootaloo smiled and nodded, wanting to go to sleep. Fluttershy carried Scootaloo upstairs and laid her on the bed. After changing Scootaloo's messy diaper, Fluttershy laid down next to her and covered Scootaloo and herself up. Scootaloo yawned loudly as she cuddled her mother. "Goodnight, Mommy", Scootaloo said, burying her face in Fluttershy's coat, "I love you". "Goodnight, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "I love you too".
Back to School... Again/Dinner with the SpoonsScootaloo woke up really early the next morning. She looked over at the clock. 4:00 AM. Scootaloo tried to go back to sleep, but couldn't. She was wide awake, in a dark room. Scootaloo reached out her hoof for her mother, but only felt a pillow. "Mommy?", Scootaloo said. "I'm down here, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "You had an accident last night". Scootaloo smiled as she knew Fluttershy was changing her. Soon, Fluttershy had finished and laid down next to Scootaloo, turning on the lamp next to her. Scootaloo was glad she could see and cuddled her mother. Fluttershy cuddled her back and rubbed her mane. "Good morning, Sweetie". "Morning, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "You're up early. Did you have a nightmare?" "No. I just can't go back to sleep. I think I ate too much cake last night". "Maybe so. Well, did you sleep good?" "Mm-hmm". "So, you know you have school today, right?" "*sigh* Yes". "I really wish I could keep you home, but if I do, Cherilee will have no choice but to suspend you". "Yeah yeah. I know". "But remember what she said: if anypony teases you, tell her and they will be suspended". "That doesn't really help anything, because I know that at least one note about me will passed, and Diamond Tiara will do something to make me mad". "Sweetie, you know how bad Cherilee hates note-passing, and she'll see it". "I hope so". "So, Silver Spoon told me that you kissed her". Scootaloo was very surprised. "She did what?!" "She told me that you kissed her. Did you?" "I... I..." "Tell the truth, Sweetie". "Yes! Yes I did! I'm sorry!" Scootaloo buried her face in Fluttershy's coat, crying loudly, very scared of what she was going to do. Fluttershy pulled Scootaloo closer to her and cuddled her. "Sweetie, what do you have to be sorry about?" "I kissed another pony underage! And it was a filly!" "Well, that's lovely". Scootaloo looked at Fluttershy, her eyes pouring tears. Fluttershy wasn't even mad. She was smiling. "Y... you're not mad?" "Why would I be? Most ponies have love for others that won't make a normal relationship. I'm in love with a bunny who's older than me, so why should I be mad at you if you're in love with a filly your age?" "Because... I..." "Shh... I'm not mad at you for any reason. I'm happy for you. If you're in love with Silver Spoon, so be it. I'm not going to forbid you from loving her". Scootaloo hugged Fluttershy as tight as she could. "Thank you, Mommy", Scootaloo said, wiping her muzzle on Fluttershy's coat. Fluttershy smiled as she kissed the top of Scootaloo's head. "No problem, Sweetie", Fluttershy said. ~~~~~~~~~~ A few hours later, Scootaloo and Fluttershy were having breakfast. Scootaloo was eating her breakfast on the special table that attached to the wheelchair, while Fluttershy was sitting at the table, right next to Scootaloo. "So, Mommy?", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Sweetie?", Fluttershy said. "How am I going to get to school? There's a lot of hills on the way". "Don't worry. I called Mrs. Spoon and she's going to send Silver Spoon over here to help you get there". "Alright". After finishing their breakfast, the two Pegasi went back upstairs. Fluttershy brushed Scootaloo's teeth for her and gave her a quick change before going back into the living room. She then gave Scootaloo her saddlebag and her lunch bag. "I packed a small changing sheet and a few spare diapers just in case", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo nodded. Fluttershy took the hospital sheet off of Scootaloo and replaced it with a small, pink blanket with sleeves so she could write and eat without taking off the blanket "OK. Silver Spoon should be here in..." She was cut off when the doorbell rang. "Right now". Fluttershy opened the door and sure enough, Silver Spoon was there, smiling. "Good morning, Silver Spoon". "Morning, Fluttershy!", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo wheeled herself to the door, carrying her saddlebag and lunch. "I'm ready, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy smiled. "I'll see you after school, Sweetie", she said, kissing Scootaloo's muzzle, "I love you". "I love you too, Mommy", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy closed the door as Silver Spoon started wheeling Scootaloo to school. While getting to the schoolhouse, the two fillies talked to each other. "Silver Spoon?", Scootaloo said. "Yeah, Scoots?", Silver Spoon said. "Why'd you tell Mommy that I kissed you?" "Oh... well, it was making me feel very weird that neither of our parents knew that we kissed, so I told my parents and Fluttershy. They said they were happy for me. What did Fluttershy say?" "She said the same thing. It's just a little disappointing that you told Mommy without letting me know". "I was going to at the party last night, but you were having such a good time, I didn't want to ruin your mood, especially since the party was for you. Sorry". "That's OK". ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, the fillies got to the schoolhouse. Scootaloo could hear talking inside, about her. "Alright, my little ponies", Cherilee said, "Scootaloo is returning today, and she's a bit disabled from an accident. Please treat her like you would want to be treated". Cherilee looked at Diamond Tiara the whole time she said that last sentence. "If anypony is caught teasing Scootaloo or passing notes, they will receive automatic suspension for two weeks. Understood?" "Yes, Ms. Cherilee", her students said. Silver Spoon wheeled Scootaloo inside. Every pony in her class was cheering happily, while Diamond Tiara was just clapping her hooves very slowly. "Welcome back, Scootaloo", Cherilee said, walking to the back of the class to Scootaloo. "Silver Spoon, please take your seat". "Yes, Ms. Cherilee", Silver Spoon said, before sitting in the seat of her group. Cherilee looked at Scootaloo again. "Now, Scootaloo", Cherilee whispered to her, "Fluttershy told me about your incontinence. If you need a change, just raise your hoof and I'll take care of that in the back, OK?" Scootaloo nodded. "And remember, if anypony is teasing you or you see a note being passed, tell me, even at lunch". Scootaloo nodded again. "And last, she told me that do get sleepy quick because of the medicine they gave you to heal your wound. I won't punish you for sleeping, but try to stay awake, OK?". Scootaloo nodded again before wheeling herself over to her group, while Cherilee went into the bathroom. "Hi, Scootaloo", Applebloom said. "Hi, Scootaloo", Sweetie Belle said also. "Hey", Scootaloo said. The fillies kept talking until Cherilee came back out. "Quiet down, please", she said. Her class did. "Now, did anypony bring their cards?" "Cards?", Scootaloo asked, "For what?" Cherilee smiled. "For you, of course", she said, "I had the class write you welcome back cards". Scootaloo smiled again as the class placed their cards on the wheelchair's table in front of Scootaloo. But what surprised Scootaloo the most is the last card she got was from Diamond Tiara, who smiled as she went back to her seat. Scootaloo began looking at each card, liking each one. Once she came across Diamond Tiara's card, she reluctantly opened it, expecting something negative. But instead, it just said "Welcome Back, Scootaloo", along with a check for fifty bits. Scootaloo raised her eyebrow. Why would Diamond Tiara give her money? She hated her. Scootaloo looked back at Diamond Tiara, who only smiled. Scootaloo just shook the thought out of her head and concentrated on Cherilee. "Now, we'll start with math today", Cherilee said. Scootaloo smiled. Math was by far her favorite subject, because she was so good at it. Today was square roots and prime factorization. While doing her work, and helping Silver Spoon, Scootaloo was still confused about the card. There was no way Diamond Tiara would just fork over fifty bits just to be nice. She was never nice, not even to Silver Spoon when they were together. Not even when she was the president of the "Foal Free Press" and blackmailed the Crusaders to find embarrassing things about the ponies of Ponyville with embarrassing pictures of them. Scootaloo knew there was something she wanted, and was using gifts to get it. Soon, lunchtime came and the students all went out to eat. Silver Spoon wheeled Scootaloo into their group and started eating. But then, Diamond Tiara came and sat down, making the rest look at her sternly. "What do you want?", Silver Spoon said, "Are you here to make fun of Scootaloo?" "No", Diamond Tiara said, "I actually came to see Scootaloo". "You hate me, remember?", Scootaloo said, "And I'm surprised that you haven't said anything yet. Plus, I'm still confused that you of all ponies would give me money". "Why?", Diamond Tiara said, "Can't a friend give a friend a welcome back gift?" "You're not my friend, Tiara", Scootaloo said, "You're my bully. You've blackmailed me, you've made fun of my Blank Flank and my inability to fly, and you've called me a chicken. So if you think I'm going to be your friend, you must be under a spell from Discord, so what do you really want?" Diamond Tiara sighed, knowing she was caught. "I heard Silver Spoon talking about Princess Celestia inviting you to the Castle for two weeks, and you can bring four friends. I'm sure you already have three chosen, so I want to be the fourth one". "No way. I'm only inviting friends, not bullies. I know for a fact that if I do invite you, you're just gonna go back to the usual afterwards". "No I won't. I'll be nice to you". "You could be as kind as my mom, and I still wouldn't invite you". "Well.... well, fine! So be it! You're not invited to my Cutescenara this weekend!" "Hmph... that's a big loss. I didn't even like the last one". Diamond Tiara growled loudly. "Gimme back my check!" "You can't have it back", Silver Spoon said, jumping in, "It's her gift, remember?" Diamond Tiara growled loudly again. "I'll get you for that, Scootaloo!" She stomped off as Scootaloo smiled. "The only thing your going to get is a lame Cutescenara", Scootaloo said, making the other's laugh. "So, Scootaloo", Applebloom said, "Who are ya invitin'?" "Do you really have to ask?", Scootaloo said, "You, Sweetie Belle, and Silver Spoon". "We know that", Sweetie Belle said, "We mean the fourth". "Oh, right. Well, I don't know. I want to invite someone from the class, but I'm afraid that one of their friends might get upset". "Well", Silver Spoon said, "Just take them out. Like, Snips and Snails are friends, so don't invite either of them". "OK. And... Pipsqueak and Featherweight are out, Twist and Teacher's Pet are out, and, of course, Diamond Tiara is out, so that leaves one". "Who is it?", Applebloom said. "Dinky Hooves", Scootaloo said, pointing to Dinky over by the swing-set. "Well, why don't you invite her?", Silver Spoon said. "I don't see why I shouldn't. OK". Scootaloo turned toward Dinky. "Hey, Dinky!" Dinky looked at Scootaloo. "Yeah?", she said. "C'mere", Scootaloo said. Dinky walked over to the table. "While I was in the hospital, Princess Celestia visited me and told me that I could stay in the Castle for two weeks and bring four friends. I already have three, but I need a forth". "Are you asking me what I think you're asking me?", Dinky asked, getting a little excited. "Yep. You wanna come?" Scootaloo knew what the answer was, as she could see the excitement in her eyes. "Of course I'll come! I've always wanted to see what the inside of the Castle looks like!" "Well, whenever it's time, I'll let you know, OK?" "OK! Thanks, Scootaloo!" "No prob, Dinky", Scootaloo said. Dinky smiled and walked off, while the fillies finished their lunch. After finishing her lunch, Scootaloo could feel her diaper becoming warm in the front and back, and could smell something. "Umm... I'll be right back". She wheeled herself inside. Cherilee was sitting at her desk, grading papers and having a small salad. Cherilee looked at Scootaloo. "Yes?", she asked. "I need a change", Scootaloo said. "OK. Follow me". Cherilee walked into the teacher's bathroom, Scootaloo following. Soon, Cherilee finished changing Scootaloo and washed her hooves. "Thanks, Ms. Cherilee", Scootaloo said. Cherilee smiled. "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Cherilee said, wheeling Scootaloo back into the classroom. "So, I was grading the tests, and you and Silver Spoon made the two highest grades". "We did?", Scootaloo said. Cherilee nodded and showed Scootaloo her and Silver Spoon's paper. Scootaloo had made an A+, and Silver Spoon had made an A. "Cool". "And you know, today's Monday", Cherilee said, "Do you remember what the reward is for the two students that get the highest grades?" Scootaloo smiled. "Laptop access?", Scootaloo said. "Yes. I'm going to allow you and Silver Spoon to get on a laptop for the rest of the day. You may do anything you want". "Rest of the day? I thought it was only for two hours". "Think of it as my welcome back gift to you". Scootaloo smiled as Cherilee hugged her gently. "Thank you, Ms. Cherilee". "You're welcome, Scootaloo". ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were sitting in their group, playing on the laptops, having a good time. Every once in a while, a jealous face would look their way, but they didn't care. They were too distracted by the laptops. However, what broke Scootaloo out of her good time is when a paper airplane hit her in the head and then fell on the floor. Scootaloo picked it up from the floor and opened it. Scootaloo saw a picture of a filly, sitting in a wheelchair and wearing a diaper, suckling on a pacifier, with visible stink lines drawn behind it. Above it said "Baby Blank Flank!" Scootaloo was enraged as she banged her hoof on her table, alerting Cherilee. "What's going on?", Cherilee said. Scootaloo instantly raised her hoof, attracting Cherilee's attention. "Yes, Scootaloo?" "Someone drew this picture to make fun of me!", Scootaloo said, giving the paper to Cherilee. She looked at the paper and sighed. She severely hated note-passing, especially if it was about another student. "Who drew this?!", Cherilee said sternly. Every other pony in the class didn't say or do anything, which made Cherilee a bit more enraged. "Fine. Until I get an answer for who's responsible for this drawing, no one is allowed to leave their seat for any reason". "But, Ms. Cherilee!", Dinky said from the back, squirming a little, "I really have to tinkle!" "Well, I'm sorry, Dinky", Cherilee said, "But you'll just have to hold it until somebody says something". For the first twenty minutes, no one said anything, and staying in their seats weren't affecting them much, especially not Scootaloo or Silver Spoon, who were still playing on their laptops. Cherilee continued to teach, still remembering about her rule. The students kept taking notes, still in their seats. But in the back, Dinky was having a hard time. Her full, overflowing bladder kept screaming for release. She kept trying to ask Cherilee if she could go, but she would say no every time. Dinky knew who was responsible for the picture, but was being blackmailed with the accident her mother, Derpy Hooves, accidentally committed. Derpy caused the "Yellow Rain" in Ponyville, by leaving a certain yellow liquid on a cloud that she didn't know was supposed to be used for a storm. But, the contaminated water from the cloud touched the other ones, causing the other clouds to become yellow. You finish the puzzle. No one in the class, but one, knew who caused the accident, and the one who knew was using it against her to not tell. Dinky could feel herself start to leak as she was losing control very quickly. Dinky couldn't take it anymore, so she decided to tell. "Ms. Cherilee!", Dinky said, her voice a little strained. Cherilee looked at Dinky for the seventh time. "Dinky", Cherilee said, "I said nopony was leaving their seat until-" "Diamond Tiara drew the picture!", Dinky finally said. The whole class looked at Diamond Tiara,who started nervously sweating. Cherilee walked over to Diamond Tiara, a stern look burned into her face. "Is this true, Diamond Tiara?", Cherilee said. Diamond Tiara knew there was no use trying to fib. "Yes I did", Diamond Tiara said, "But, I only did it because Scootaloo didn't invite me to go to Canterlot with her!" "And why is that an excuse for making fun of her?", Cherilee said, getting annoyed. "Because she get's to be inside the Castle with the princesses! Princess Celestia invited her!" "That's not an excuse. If Scootaloo doesn't want to invite you, she doesn't have to. I'm suspending you for two weeks because of making fun of a disabled student. And I will be speaking to Filthy Rich about this". "No! Please don't tell Dad! He'll take my tiara!" "You should have thought of that before you drew that picture. I want you out of my class now!" Cherilee's voice was stern. Diamond Tiara got up from her seat and stormed out the door, enraged to her boiling point, while Dinky ran into the bathroom, almost leaving a trail behind her. After that situation, it was time to go. The class all left, while Scootaloo reached down her her saddlebag, but felt something hair-like. She looked down and saw one of her classmates, Peppermint Twist, who had accidentally tripped over Scootaloo's saddlebag. "Sorry, Scootaloo", she said, standing back up. "That's OK, Twist", Scootaloo said, grabbing her saddlebag off of the floor. Twist smiled and walked away. "So, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said to Scootaloo. "I was thinking. Why don't you come over to my house today? My parents want to see you". "They said that?", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon leaned in and whispered to Scootaloo. "They said they wanted to meet my 'fillyfriend'", Silver Spoon said. "Well, let me ask Mommy, first", Scootaloo said, before wheeling herself over to Cherilee. "Ms. Cherilee?" "Yes, Scootaloo?", Cherilee said. "May I use your phone for a few minutes?", Scootaloo said, "I need to call my mommy". Cherilee smiled as she pushed the classroom phone to the end of her desk. "Go ahead", Cherilee said. Scootaloo smiled and dialed Fluttershy's house phone number. It rang for a bit, before she heard a click. "Hello?", Fluttershy said on the other end of the line. "Mommy?", Scootaloo said, "It's Scootaloo". "Oh, hello, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "Is everything OK?" "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "I was wondering if I could go to Silver Spoon's house for dinner? She said her parents wanted to see me". "Of course you can. Just be home by 7:00, OK?" "Yes, Mommy. I'll see you then". "You too. I love you". "I love you too. Bye". Scootaloo hung up the phone and smiled. "Thanks, Ms. Cherilee". "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Cherilee said, "I'll see you tomorrow". Cherilee walked out of the schoolhouse. Scootaloo looked at Silver Spoon, smiling. "She said yes", she said. Silver Spoon smiled. "Great!", she said, "Well, let's go!" Silver Spoon wheeled Scootaloo out of the schoolhouse. "Um, Silver Spoon?", Scootaloo said. "Yeah?", Silver Spoon said. "Did you tell them about my condition?" "Yep. They know, so you don't have to worry about that". "OK". Scootaloo opened her saddlebag to put the cards she had received in there. But, she felt something hard and plastic. Pulling the object out, she saw a bag of Peppermint Twist's signature peppermint sticks. Scootaloo was confused how they got in there at first, but remembered when Twist tripped over her saddlebag. She didn't trip, she just said she did as an excuse to sneak them in there. Scootaloo smiled as she realized that she had gotten another gift from a classmate. "Whatcha got there?", Silver Spoon said. "Twist gave me a welcome back gift", Scootaloo said, "Some peppermint sticks". "The ones she makes herself?" "Yep". "Trust me, you're gonna like those. She once brought a whole bucket of them to my birthday party and I nearly ate every single one of them". "Really?" "Yep". "Cool". Scootaloo put the cards and the peppermint sticks in her saddlebag, saving them for later. ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, the fillies had reached Silver Spoon's house. Scootaloo admired her house. It was three stories, and looked very expensive. "I like your house", Scootaloo said. "Thanks", Silver Spoon said, "But trust me, you'll like it even more once you go in. We're pretty wealthy". Silver Spoon used the key under the mat to unlock the door and then wheeled Scootaloo inside. Scootaloo saw a mare that looked a lot like Silver Spoon, but had a golden-brown coat and mane instead of a silver-grey one. "Hey, Mom". The mare looked at Silver Spoon. "Hello, Sweetie", the mare said, hugging Silver Spoon. The mare then looked over at Scootaloo. "So, she must be your special somepony?" Silver Spoon nodded as the mare went over to Scootaloo. "I'm Golden Spoon, Silver Spoon's mother". "I'm Scootaloo", Scootaloo said. Golden Spoon smiled. "It's nice to meet you", she said. "You too", Scootaloo said. "Well, dinner is about to be served", Golden Spoon said, walking off. Silver Spoon wheeled Scootaloo into the dining room, where she saw two other ponies. One was a stallion, with a silver mane and coat similar to Silver Spoon's, but a bit shinier, and the other one was a colt, with a light-brown mane and coat. "Well", the stallion said, "Our guest has arrived". Silver Spoon wheeled Scootaloo into the empty space next to the chair she sat in, and then sat down. "Greetings, I'm Platinum Spoon, Silver Spoon's father". "Hi, I'm Scootaloo", Scootaloo said to Platinum Spoon. "And that's my younger brother, Bronze Spoon", Silver Spoon said, pointing to the colt, "He can't talk yet, because he's only two, but I'm sure he is glad to see you, too". "OK", Scootaloo said, smiling. She reached for her drink and sipped. It was sparkling water, a new taste to Scootaloo. It didn't taste bad, but it was unexpected. "Dinner is served", a different pony said. Scootaloo then saw five Unicorns walking toward the table, carrying plates covered with metal lids. Scootaloo had to admire that too. Silver Spoon and her family even had their own servants. Each pony at the table was served. After uncovering the plates, the servants all left, leaving the Spoons and Scootaloo alone. Scootaloo looked at her plate. Salad, in a small portion, along with a small slice of bread, and a little bowl of soup. Scootaloo knew that it wouldn't be enough to fill her up, but didn't want to be rude, especially since she was the guest. At least they weren't having spinach or squash, which Scootaloo hated so bad, she couldn't swallow. "You may start", Golden Spoon said, placing her napkin in her lap, as did the other Spoons. They all started eating. While eating, no one spoke. They just chewed and drank silently. Even Bronze Spoon wasn't making any noises. Scootaloo was concerned, as she leaned over and whispered to Silver Spoon. "Psst...", she said. "Yeah?", Silver Spoon whispered to Scootaloo. "Why isn't anypony talking?", Scootaloo said. "Mom thinks it's rude to talk at the table", Silver Spoon said, "Even though I keep telling her it's only rude to talk with your mouth full at the table". "Wow. Really?" "Yeah. Um, we'll talk later". Scootaloo nodded and continued eating, as did Silver Spoon. Soon, everyone finished and Platinum Spoon had the servants collect the empty plates. After that, Silver Spoon spoke, breaking the silence that seemed like it never was going to end. "Mom, Dad?", she said. "Yes?", both Platinum Spoon and Golden Spoon said. "Can Scootaloo and I go to my room?" "What time does she have to be home?", Golden Spoon said. "7:00", Scootaloo said. "Well then, yes", Platinum Spoon, "Just make sure she doesn't miss her curfew". Silver Spoon smiled and walked off, Scootaloo wheeling herself after her. Silver Spoon stopped and pushed a button, opening two doors that lead to an elevator. She entered, as did Scootaloo. Scootaloo admired the elevator also. "An elevator in a house?", Scootaloo said, "That's new". "I know, right?", Silver Spoon said, "You'd never see this in a movie". ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo had fun at Silver Spoon's house. She played video games, had snacks, and simply spent time with her "fillyfriend". Silver Spoon was wheeling Scootaloo home at that point. "So", Scootaloo said, "Do you think your parents like me?" "They didn't say", Silver Spoon said, "But I think so, since they didn't send you home early". "OK", Scootaloo said. "What about Fluttershy?", Silver Spoon said, "Do you think she likes me?" "Do you think she doesn't? Mommy barely hates anything". "Oh yeah. Element of Kindness holder. So, when do you plan on going to Canterlot?" "Whenever Mommy thinks I'm ready. When I can, I'll tell you, and the others". "OK. I've always wanted to meet the princesses". "I already met Princess Celestia in the hospital. That's when i got invited". "I knew I should have stayed a little longer". "Yeah, you should have". "But, I'm not really complaining, because Princess Luna is better". Scootaloo chuckled. "Very funny. We all know Princess Celestia is the best". "Dream on". "Fine. Name one thing Princess Luna can do that Princess Celestia can't" "Enter dreams, stay awake all night, go more than a day without eating cake". "Oh... well... Princess Celestia has never turned evil before, you know". "Oh, right. Well, I guess the two are equally matched". "Yep. I like them both". "Me too". The two kept talking randomly until they reached Fluttershy's Cottage. The two fillies kissed and Scootaloo used the key in her saddlebag to unlock and open the door. "See you tomorrow, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said, wheeling Scootaloo into the house, "I love you". "I love you too", Scootaloo said, closing the door behind her. Scootaloo wheeled herself into the kitchen to fill her half-empty stomach. Fluttershy was sitting at the table, having some chocolate cake. Fluttershy looked over at Scootaloo and smiled. "Hello, Sweetie", she said. Scootaloo wheeled herself until she was next to Fluttershy, who gave her a small peck on her cheek. "Hey, Mommy", Scootaloo said, kissing her cheek as well. "Did you have fun?", Fluttershy said. "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said, "Silver Spoon's house is the best! But, I didn't really get much to eat". "Well", Fluttershy said, "Would you like some cake?" "Yes, please", Scootaloo said, her stomach growling just thinking about it. Fluttershy smiled and cut Scootaloo a big piece of the chocolate cake, placed it on a napkin, and gave it to her. Scootaloo took a bite and fell in love. It was rich and chocolaty, the best cake she had ever had. "Do you like it?", Fluttershy asked. "This cake is awesome!", Scootaloo said, licking some frosting from her face. "I'm glad you think so", Fluttershy said, "Mother made it from scratch. She can make a good cake". "You can say that again!" Scootaloo finished her cake. She really wanted more, but her stomach was full, and she didn't want to risk making herself sick, so she resisted. "So", Fluttershy said, pulling Scootaloo out of the wheelchair and sitting her in her lap, "How was school?" "It was OK", Scootaloo said, burying her face in Fluttershy's coat, "I made an A+ on my test". "That's great, Sweetie. Umm... did anyone tease you?" "Diamond Tiara passed a note, but she got suspended. Ms. Cherilee really hates that". "I know. Cherilee and I went to school together for a long time, and every time she saw a note being passed, she told our teacher immediately". "Wow". "Anyway, I received a letter from Princess Celestia, asking when you were going to Canterlot". "I was going to ask you when I could go too". "Well, how about tomorrow?" "Tomorrow? Are you sure?" "Yes. You want to go, don't you?" "Of course I do. I just haven't told my friends yet". "Well, I knew you would want to go tomorrow, so I already told Applejack, Rarity, and Mrs. Spoon. But, who is the fourth friend you're going to invite?" "Dinky". "Oh, well we need to ask Derpy then. I'll call her shortly". "OK, Mommy. Umm... can I watch TV?" "Of course you can. But first, I think someone needs their diaper changed". Fluttershy poked the back of Scootaloo's diaper, making the little filly blush as she felt her excrement squish against her flank. "I guess I do". Scootaloo buried her face into Fluttershy's coat as Fluttershy smiled carried her into the living room, laid her on the couch, and changed her diaper. Fluttershy threw Scootaloo's dirty diaper in the trash and covered Scootaloo up with a pink foal blanket. "Thank you, Mommy". "You're welcome, Sweetie. Now, I need to get something, and then I'll lay with you". Fluttershy left and soon returned with two foal bottles, full of warm milk. "I figured you would want some milk after your cake, so I brought you some". Scootaloo smiled and took one of the bottles. "Thank you". Scootaloo suckled happily, feeling the warm, creamy milk fill her tummy. Fluttershy laid down behind Scootaloo on the couch and suck;ed her own bottle, while the two Pegasi watched cartoons. Fluttershy was happy to be reunited with her daughter. She had been waiting so long for her to come home, and now, she was. Fluttershy was enjoying every moment with Scootaloo. Scootaloo yawned loudly, the milk inside her starting to take effect. Fluttershy smiled as she rubbed Scootaloo's little tummy and whistled a lullaby into her ear. Scootaloo buried her face in Fluttershy's coat and fell asleep. Fluttershy checked Scootaloo's diaper again, this time clean. Fluttershy decided to let Scootaloo sleep on the couch, afraid to wake her. But, Fluttershy couldn't get comfortable on the couch, so she left the TV on, just in case Scootaloo got scared. "Goodnight, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, licking Scootaloo's cheek, "I love you". Fluttershy went up to her room and went to sleep, smiling.
Going to Canterlot/Scootaloo's Cutie MarkThe next morning, 7:00... Scootaloo woke up the next morning when she felt a small pain in her wing. She opened her eyes and she Fluttershy pulling feathers out of Scootaloo's wing. Fluttershy saw Scootaloo awake and stopped. "Oh, sorry if that hurts", Fluttershy said, "Your wings needed to be preened, so I decided to do it since you were sleeping". "That's OK, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "I'm kinda used to it anyway". Fluttershy pulled out a few more feathers and then placed the pile in the trash. "Thank you". "You're welcome, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, pecking Scootaloo on her muzzle, "Umm... I made you some cocoa". Fluttershy placed a mug of cocoa on the coffee table. Scootaloo smiled as she sat up and sipped from the mug. "Thank you", she said, "I like it". "I'm glad you do", Fluttershy said. She walked into the kitchen while Scootaloo drank her cocoa and watched some cartoons. After a while of watching, she felt the "pins and needles" feeling in one of her hind legs, making her move it a bit. Scootaloo was surprised and looked down. "Did I just...?" Scootaloo wiggled her hind legs. She could move. Testing something, Scootaloo put the mug down and carefully stood up. Then, she walked around the couch a few times. Scootaloo was surprised. She could walk again. "Mommy!", Scootaloo yelled. Fluttershy walked back into the living room. "Yes, Sweetie?", Fluttershy said. "I can walk again!", Scootaloo said, running over to Fluttershy and hugging her tight. Fluttershy smiled. "Oh, that's great, Sweetie!", she said. "I finally don't need that stupid wheelchair anymore!" Scootaloo felt her diaper become wet and warm. "But... I'm still incontinent". "That's OK, Sweetie. It's better to be incontinent than to be paralyzed". "Yeah, I guess". "Let's get you changed". Fluttershy changed Scootaloo's diaper and put her pajamas back on her. "I can't believe I can walk again", Scootaloo said. "Yes", Fluttershy said, "And just in time, too, because today's the day you go to Canterlot". "Yeah! I need to go get my friends!" "Hold on, Sweetie. You don't have to rush. Princess Celestia sent a carriage to pick you up around 9:00. Plus, I already told Applejack, Rarity, and Mrs. Spoon to bring them over at 8:00". "What about Mrs. Hooves?" "Derpy said Dinky didn't want to go anymore". "What? Why not?" "She said Dinky was too embarrassed to leave". "Embarrassed? For what?" "That she didn't say". "Well... can I go see her? Maybe I can make her change her mind". "Umm... I guess so. Just be careful, OK?" Scootaloo nodded and left the cottage. ~~~~~~~~~~ Once Scootaloo got to Dinky's house, she knocked loudly on the door. A few seconds later, Derpy opened the door, smiling. "Hi, Scootaloo!", she said. It was a bit difficult to talk to Derpy without making a face, since her eyes were wonky and her voice slurred heavily. Luckily, Scootaloo was able to keep herself from doing so and talked. "Hey, Mrs. Hooves", Scootaloo said, "Can I go see Dinky?" "Sure!", Derpy said, "Come in!" Scootaloo walking into the house. "Her room is down the hall, first door on the left. Be careful, my husband is sleeping". Scootaloo nodded and walked down the hall. Once she got to Dinky's room, she knocked on the door. "Dinky?", Scootaloo said. "Sc-Scootaloo?", Dinky said from the inside. "Can I come in?", Scootaloo said. She heard a lock click and the door opened. Dinky was standing in the frame, her eyes red and the fur on her face soaked. "Yes?", Dinky said, her voice cracked. "Umm... what's wrong?", Scootaloo asked. Dinky looked up and down the hallway, making sure no one else was around. "Come in", she said. Scootaloo walked into Dinky's room and Dinky locked the door back. The first thing Scootaloo noticed was that Dinky had a lot of items with Sapphire Shores on them. Posters, cups, pictures, rugs, and even her bed-set was Sapphire Shores themed. "You sure have a lot of things with Sapphire Shores on them", Scootaloo said. "Yeah", Dinky said, "She's my favorite singer". "Mine too. She's so awesome! I know every one of her songs and...!" Scootaloo cleared her throat, knowing she was off-track. "Anyway, why don't you want to go to Canterlot? Didn't you say you did yesterday?" "I can't! Diamond Tiara exposed my secret, and now everyone in class knows?" "Secret? What do you mean?" "My mom caused the 'Yellow Rain' in Ponyville two weeks ago, and now everypony in class knows!" "Oh... that's why. I was wondering how that happened, because the rain was really warm and smelled kind of like-" "I know Scootaloo, because it was". "What? Eww! I was soaked in it!" "That isn't helping, Scootaloo". "Sorry". "I just can't go, Scootaloo". "Dinky, did anypony in the class say anything about that?" "No". "Does anypony tease you or your mom?" "No". "Well, why would the Canterlot Ponies make fun of you?" "Because..." "They won't. No one in Canterlot teases me because I can't fly or I have a blank flank, so why would they tease you?" "I guess they wouldn't". "There you go. Now will you come?" "You know it!" Scootaloo smiled. "Cool! Be by Fluttershy's at 8:00, OK?" "Do I have to wear anything fancy?" "No". "OK. I'll be there". "See you then, Dinky". Scootaloo walked out of Dinky's room. She went through the kitchen to get to the front door. Before she did, she saw Derpy again, sitting at the table, having a big plate of muffins. "Dinky wants to come to Canterlot with me". "Alright", Derpy said, "What time does she need to be at Fluttershy's?" "8:00", Scootaloo said. "OK!", Derpy said, "Muffin?" She grabbed the plate of muffins and held it out to Scootaloo. Scootaloo smiled and grabbed two chocolate chip muffins. "Thanks, Mrs. Hooves", she said, instantly eating both muffins in two bites. "No problem, Scootaloo", Derpy said. Scootaloo walked out of the house and back to Fluttershy's Cottage. 9:00 AM... Scootaloo, Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, Silver Spoon, and Dinky were all at Fluttershy's, waiting for the carriage. Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were playing chess, Applebloom and Sweetie Belle were thinking of ways to crusade for their cutie marks, and Dinky was watching television. All of their luggage was in the corner. They were ready. Suddenly, they heard the Royal Trumpets sound off. Scootaloo opened the window and saw Celestia's Royal Carriage, two Pegasus Royal Guards connected to it from harnesses, ready to fly. All of the fillies squealed, very excited. Before they walked out, Fluttershy talked to them. "Alright, Girls", she said, "I know you all are excited. Please be careful and stay out of trouble, OK?" "OK!", they all said. "Also, if there are any emergencies, tell me, or any of my friends. Princess Celestia said that you don't have to stay the full two weeks. If you get homesick or just want to go home at anytime, you may". They all nodded. "OK. Have fun!" Everyone but Scootaloo instantly ran out of the cottage. Scootaloo had to say goodbye to her mother first. "Mommy?", Scootaloo said. "Yes?", Fluttershy said. "I love you", Scootaloo said, holding her hooves up to Fluttershy. Fluttershy smiled as she picked up the filly and hugged her tight. "I love you too, Sweetie", she said, kissing the top of Scootaloo's head, "Have fun. Don't forget to write, OK?" "I won't", Scootaloo said, nuzzling Fluttershy as she put Scootaloo down. Scootaloo walked out of the cottage and smiled at her mother one last time before closing the door. Scootaloo then walked into the carriage and sat down next to Silver Spoon on the left side, while Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, and Dinky sat on the right side. Before the door was shut, one of the guards came around to the side and talked to the fillies. "I'm sure you're excited about going to Canterlot", he said, "But please do not stick your hooves or anything else out the windows while riding. The ride will take about five hours. You may eat and sleep in here, but please keep the carriage clean. Understood?" The fillies nodded as the guard shut the door. Soon, the carriage started flying. Scootaloo rested her back against the heavily-cushioned seats and sighed loudly. "I'm so excited!", Sweetie Belle said, "I've always wanted to meet Princess Celestia!" "Me too, Sweetie Belle", Applebloom said. "Rarity was so jealous", Sweetie Belle said. "I'm sure she was", Scootaloo said, "She always loves going to Canterlot". "I'm surprised that Rarity didn't make you wear some fancy dress", Silver Spoon said, "Because she might have wanted you to show off her style". "She wanted me to", Sweetie Belle said, "But I was able to avoid her until I left". "I wonder if we get to meet Sapphire Shores?", Dinky said, "If we do, I'm asking for so many autographs that I will be able to copy her signature". "I'm with you, Dinky", Scootaloo said, "I know every one of her songs, and the dances to each song". "Me too", Silver Spoon said. "Me three, Scootaloo", Applebloom said. They all looked at Sweetie Belle, waiting for her to finish. "What?", she said. "Do you know any of Sapphire Shores' songs?", Dinky asked her. Sweetie Belle chuckled nervously. "I prefer showtunes", Sweetie Belle said. Dinky exclaimed in disgust. "You listen to the wrong kind of music, Sweetie Belle", Dinky said. "Ditto", Silver Spoon said, "Sapphire Shores is the best". "Yep", Scootaloo said. "Plus", Applebloom said, "I don't know why ya don't like Sapphire Shores, since yer big sis is her fashion designer". "Please don't remind me", Sweetie Belle said, "I can still remember that time". She remembered when she ruined Rarity's hat for Sapphire Shores, and saw the future. "Anyway", Silver Spoon said, "I'm so glad that Diamond Tiara isn't coming. She'd ruin the trip for all of us". "True dat, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, "I still have that check, too. I might use it for us while we're in Canterlot". "That'd be great, Scootaloo", Applebloom said, "Maybe we could get tickets to Sapphire Shores' concert next Saturday". "She has a concert next weekend?!", Dinky asked. "Yeah", Silver Spoon said, "She's performing her signature piece". "We have to get tickets!", Dinky said. "I'll see what I can do", Scootaloo said. After riding in the carriage for two hours, Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, and Dinky had fallen asleep. Silver Spoon, however, was getting sleepy. She took off her glasses and rubbed her eyes. "Scootaloo?", she said. Scootaloo looked at Silver Spoon, herself half-asleep. "Yeah?", she said. "Say no if you want to", Silver Spoon said, "But can I lay on your lap so I can get comfortable?" "Are you sure?", Scootaloo said, "I'm still incontinent". "I don't care", Silver Spoon said, "Have you forgotten that I changed your messy diaper when you were at the hospital?" "Oh... right", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon smiled as she laid down in Scootaloo's lap, resting her head on the front of her fillyfriend's diaper. "Thank you, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo leaned down and kissed Silver Spoon. "No problem, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, "I love you". "I love you too", Silver Spoon said, falling asleep. Scootaloo smiled and rested her head on top of Silver Spoon's, falling asleep. ~~~~~~~~~~ Both Scootaloo and Silver Spoon woke up at the same time, seeing the other three fillies staring at them. Both fillies jumped and Silver Spoon quickly sat up. "Umm...", she said, "That wasn't what it looked like?" "It looked pretty legit, Silver Spoon", Sweetie Belle said. "No no", Scootaloo said, "She must have fell into my lap when she was sleeping". "Really?", Applebloom said, "Then why were ya cuddling her?" "Uh... uh...", Scootaloo said. "You don't have to hide it, Scootaloo", Dinky said, "We already know that you and Silver Spoon are dating". "How do you know already?", Scootaloo said. "Silver Spoon told us", Dinky said. Scootaloo looked over at her fillyfriend with a near-rage look. "You told our friends too?!", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon blushed and looked down. "Yeah...", Silver Spoon said, "I wouldn't be able to enjoy myself if I didn't". "But you didn't ask me first!", Scootaloo said, "Just like you didn't ask me when you told Mommy!" "I'm sorry, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo sighed. "That's alright, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, "Just ask me first before you tell anypony else". The two smiled and kissed. "Eww!", the others joked, trying very hard not to laugh. After their lip-lock, they cuddled and sat back against their seat. "I really hope we get there soon", Dinky said, "I have to tinkle". She crossed her hind legs, trying to hold it. "So", Scootaloo said, petting Silver Spoon's mane, "Silver Spoon knows a lot of secrets about Diamond Tiara". "Really?", Dinky said. "Yep", Silver Spoon said, "I know every single one". "Spill it!", the others said. Silver Spoon let go of Scootaloo and began talking. For the rest of the ride, the fillies talked randomly and enjoyed spending time together. Soon, the carriage came to a stop and Dinky looked out the window. They were right in front of the drawbridge to the Castle. "We're here!", Dinky said, very excited. Scootaloo had to try everything she could to restrain her excitement, afraid to soil herself. The carriage doors opened and the fillies walked out into the Castle. One look around and they knew they were in paradise. They were about to spend two weeks in the place everyone in Equestria dreams of going into, besides maybe the Crystal Empire. Right when they all got into the Castle, they were greeted by Celestia's Treasurer, Wealthy Coin. "You must be the fillies Princess Celestia is expecting", he said. "Yep", Scootaloo said, "I'm Scootaloo". "Dinky", Dinky said. "Silver Spoon", Silver Spoon said. "Applebloom", Applebloom said. "Sweetie Belle", Sweetie Belle said. "Well", Wealthy Coin said, "I'm Wealthy Coin, Princess Celestia's Treasurer". "What's a treasurer?", Dinky asked. "It one who watches over and maintains money, funds, etc.", Wealthy Coin said, "That's what I do". "Cool", Dinky said. "Anyway", Wealthy Coin said, "Princess Celestia is attending court right now and cannot be disturbed. Her highness will be with you in about two hours. In the meantime, she has assigned you four to a bedchamber. Would you like to go see it?" The fillies nodded and Wealthy Coin leaded them to their bedchamber. Once they got into their bedchamber, they were all surprised. This wasn't an ordinary room. The bed was big enough to hold ten ponies, there was a couch in there as well, right in front of a 90" flat-screen TV, and there was a mini-refrigerator in the corner. Next to the TV was a game console with a pile of video games on top of it, along with four controllers, and on a table in front of the couch were several different board games. Each filly smiled, loving the scenery. "Whoa!", all fillies said. Wealthy Coin smiled. "I knew you would like it", he said. "Are there any rules?", Sweetie Belle asked. "Only one. After 11:00, you must not make too much noise", Wealthy Coin said. "OK", Sweetie Belle said. Wealthy Coin smiled again. "Alright", he said, "If you need anything, there's a phone over there. Dial "6" for Room Service, dial "8" if you want the maids to clean, and dial "2" if you have an emergency". "What's Room Service?", Applebloom asked. "It's a line to the kitchen", Wealthy Coin said, "If you have any cravings, tell them what you want, and they'll bring it to you for free". "That's cool", Scootaloo said, "And we don't have to clean up after ourselves?" "Only in here", Wealthy Coin said, "Any messes made by you outside this chamber must be cleaned". "OK", they all said. "Well", Wealthy Coin said, "Enjoy yourselves. Princess Celestia will be here momentarily". He closed the door, leaving the fillies alone. All of the fillies were overjoyed and quickly dropped their luggage and went to explore the room. Each one was surprised about different things. "Some of these games haven't even came out yet!", Silver Spoon said, digging through the games. "This bed is soft and bouncy!", Scootaloo and Dinky said, jumping on the bed as if it were a trampoline. "I've never seen a fridge this full", Applebloom said, seeing the refrigerator full to its limit. Sweetie Belle walked into the bathroom and was shocked at the sight. It was very clean, even cleaner than the one at her own home. Also, unlike Rarity's bathroom, it had a double-sink, a much larger bathtub, and a door in front of the toilet for privacy. After exploring, Scootaloo asked the hard question. "So", she said, "What should we do first?" "I'm playing some games!", Silver Spoon said, turning on the TV and the console, "Scootaloo?" "I'll join you", Scootaloo said, plopping onto the couch next to Silver Spoon. Dinky walked into the bathroom to relive herself, and Applebloom and Sweetie Belle figured out ways to find their cutie marks. Two hours later... After two hours of having fun in their bedchamber, Princess Celestia finally walked in, smiling. "Good afternoon, young fillies", she said. Each one bowed in her presence. "Thank you". They nodded and stood. "First things first, you are visiting me as friends, not subjects. You are not required to call me 'Princess', but if it makes you feel better doing so, you may. Now, are there any questions?" "Do we have to go to bed or get up at a certain time?", Scootaloo asked. "No", Celestia said, "As long as you do not bother me while I sleep, I do not mind. I go to sleep at midnight, so please don't make as much noise while I sleep, because if I wake up sleepy, I cannot raise the Sun, OK?" The fillies nodded. "Now, you do not have to wake up or go to sleep at a certain time. Heck, you can stay up all night and sleep through the day for all I care, as long as you do not bother me. However, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at specific times, and if you are not at the table by then, you will not be served. I cannot have the chefs save a meal for you, so anyone not at the table will not be served, understood?" The fillies nodded again. "Anything else?" "What if we want to leave the Castle for a bit, as if to play or something?", Dinky asked. "You may go into the front or back yard anytime you wish", Celestia said, "There's a trampoline and a swimming pool back there as well. However, you are prohibited from leaving the Castle to go anywhere else without letting Luna or myself know first. If anything should happen to you, we would be responsible, and I certainly don't want that to happen". "Are we allowed to go anywhere in Canterlot?", Sweetie Belle asked. "Yes, as long as you are back before Luna raises the Moon", Celestia said, "Now, this is important. I can give you a maximum of twenty bits a day if there's something you would like to buy while in Canterlot. However, I cannot give each of you twenty bits. You will have to split it between yourselves, understood?" The fillies nodded. "Will we be able to spend time with Princess Luna?", Silver Spoon asked, "She's my favorite!" Silver Spoon realized what she said. "Uh... I didn't mean that!" "It's OK, Young Filly", Celestia said, "I've heard them all before. Some like me better than Luna and vise versa. Anyway, Luna is nocturnal, meaning she sleeps through the day and is awake through the night, so if you want to get to know her a bit better, you will have to stay up. Also, she has her own responsibilities like myself, so she may be a little too busy to talk. She awakens at 8:00 PM, and goes to sleep at 6:00 AM. However, I would wait about an hour before speaking to her. It's like every little thing annoys her in the morning". "OK", Silver Spoon said. "Also, she's still having a bit of trouble trying not to speak in the Royal Canterlot Voice, so don't think she's yelling at you intentionally", Celestia said. The fillies nodded. "Anything else?" "Can we get some snacks from the kitchen whenever we're hungry?", Applebloom asked. "Yes you may", Celestia said, "As long as they are not reserved for anypony. Reserved snacks will have names on them, so do not touch them". She finished the last bit of her sentence under her breath. "... or my cakes". "OK", Applebloom said. "Any more questions?", Celestia asked. The fillies looked at one another and shook their heads. Celestia smiled. "Well, enjoy your stay. If you need me for any reason, I'll be in my chamber". "Umm... Pr... Celestia?", Scootaloo said, still trying to forget the title. "Yes, Scootaloo?", Celestia said. "Can I talk you in alone for a bit?", Scootaloo asked. Celestia smiled. "You may", she said, walking out of the room, Scootaloo following. "Do we need to go to my chamber?" Scootaloo nodded. Celestia walked Scootaloo to her chamber and walked in, letting Scootaloo in also. "OK", Scootaloo said, "I can walk again, but I'm still incontinent. I can't really change my own diaper well, so I was wondering if you could..." Scootaloo started to shut down. "Uh... if you could..." Celestia placed her hoof over Scootaloo's mouth before she could finish. "I know what you're trying to ask", Celestia said, "And yes, I'm willing to change you whenever you need it". "Really?", Scootaloo said, "Because I'm not really the one that smells like roses whenever I... you know". "I'll be fine", Celestia said, "Trust me, I changed Luna's diapers when she was a filly, and nothing, not even a skunk, smelled worse than her dirty diapers". Scootaloo giggled. "Thank you... Celestia", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Celestia said, giving Scootaloo another small kiss on her cheek, "Now, for you, if you need to be changed at all, you may let me know, even if I'm asleep". "Are you sure?", Scootaloo asked, "Because you just said-" "I know what I just said", Celestia said, "But that was a lie. I just said that just so you five wouldn't be too loud at night. I actually don't need to sleep, since I contain immortality, but it helps me feel young". "How old are you?", Scootaloo said. Celestia looked around, making sure she and Scootaloo were the only ones around. "I'm 4967 years old", Celestia said. "Whoa!", Scootaloo said, "But you look like you're only twenty!" "I get that a lot", Celestia said, "Anyway, do you need a change right now?" Scootaloo checked her diaper, seeing a big yellow hue on the front. "Umm...", Scootaloo said, feeling a bit uneasy, "I'm... a bit... wet". Celestia smiled. "Well", she said, "Lay on my carpet so I can change you". "But...", Scootaloo said, "My spare diapers are in my saddlebag". "No need", Celestia said, "I have a few left over from when Luna was a foal". Scootaloo just shrugged and laid down on Celestia's carpet. "Now, they're very thick, so if you're not comfortable in them, just tell me, OK?" Scootaloo nodded and closed her eyes, letting Celestia do her work. Soon, Celestia finished changing Scootaloo. Scootaloo felt the feeling of something a little mushy and the thickness of the new diaper, making her cringe a bit. "Is it OK?", Celestia asked. "It feels weird", Scootaloo said. "Oh, that's because I used a bit extra rash cream", Celestia said, "I don't want you to get a rash or leave any stains in your coat". Scootaloo stood up. Suddenly, the new diaper felt a lot better. It was thick, soft, and fluffy, and she could still walk perfectly. "It feels great", Scootaloo said, "Thank you... Celestia". "You're welcome, Scootaloo", Celestia said, "Now, I'm gonna have to ask you to leave my chamber. I have some papers to finish... and some cakes to eat". Scootaloo giggled. "OK", Scootaloo said. Celestia let Scootaloo out of her bedchamber and Scootaloo walked back into her bedchamber. The other fillies were sitting on the couch, watching TV, and having some ice cream sundaes. Silver Spoon looked back at Scootaloo. "Hey, Scootaloo", she said, "Cartoon marathon. We saved you a seat and a sundae". Scootaloo smiled. "I'll be over there", she said, "I need to get something first". She walked over to her saddlebag to get the comforter Fluttershy had packed for her. Once she unzipped her saddlebag, she noticed a rabbit's foot sticking out the bottom, which made her confused. "Since when did I buy a rabbit's foot?" She grabbed it with her teeth, only to have it jerked out of her mouth. "Hey!", a voice called from the inside, "What's the big idea? I'm trying to sleep here!" Scootaloo opened her saddlebag to see Angel sleeping underneath the comforter. "Dad?", she said, "Is that you?" Angel sat up. "Yep", he said. "Why are you in my saddlebag?", Scootaloo said. "I wanted to go with you", Angel said, "But you already had your four friends chosen, so I snuck in your saddlebag before you left". "But what if Mommy notices you're missing?", Scootaloo said. "I already told Fluttershy", Angel said, "She knows, and I heard everything while I was in there". "You aren't gonna do anything to make me want to go home, are you?", Scootaloo said. "Of course I won't", Angel said, "I'll just be eating and sleeping most of the time. You won't even know I'm here". "Umm... OK", Scootaloo said, "Uh... I was gonna get my blanket out, if you're done with it". "You go ahead", Angel said, "I'll just sleep in the bed". He hopped up onto the bed and resumed his nap, while Scootaloo grabbed her blanket and sat down on the couch on the end next to Silver Spoon. Dinky gave Scootaloo her sundae and Scootaloo shared her comforter with the other fillies. Luckily, it was big enough. "So, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said, "Looks like Angel came with us". "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "He had to sneak in my saddlebag to get here, though". "Well", Sweetie Belle said, "Desperate times call for desperate measures". "That's what I told ya when we went camping", Applebloom said. "I told you I wasn't going to pee in a bottle", Sweetie Belle said, "That's gross". "And it would have been grosser if ya would have peed yerself", Applebloom said. "Anyway", Scootaloo said, instantly changing the subject to prevent losing her appetite, "You don't think he'll try to get us back for pranking him at that sleepover, do you Silver Spoon?" "I don't think so", Silver Spoon said, "He'll have to stay up pretty late for me, because I'm gonna spend as much time with Princess Luna as I can". "Plus", Sweetie Belle said, "Angel is the laziest bunny Fluttershy has, so he'll be asleep most of the time". "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "I was just wondering, because I really don't want to wake up with marker on my face". The other fillies giggled and watched their cartoons. ~~~~~~~~~~ 7:00 PM... The fillies were out in the backyard, swimming in the pool. Well, every filly but Scootaloo. She was afraid to soil herself while swimming. She didn't have any swim diapers, and the last thing she needed was to be banned from Canterlot for accidentally dropping a log in Celestia's pool. Her friends tried to encourage her, but she kept refusing. But, every passing second made her really want to do it. After sitting on a tanning chair for several minutes watching her friends have fun and swim, Scootaloo decided to go back to their chamber and do something else before peer pressure persuaded her. She walked back into the chamber, grabbed an apple out of the refrigerator, and sat down on the couch. She tried to just sit down and enjoy her snack, but couldn't. The thought of being incontinent was catching up to her. She wasn't able to do everything she wanted because of her inability to control her bodily functions. But luckily for her, before the thought made her sad, Celestia walked in, seeing Scootaloo sitting on the couch. She was carrying a picnic basket on her back, also. "Scootaloo?", she said. Scootaloo looked at Celestia. "Yes, Pr... Celestia?", Scootaloo said. "Why are you in here?", Celestia asked, "Why aren't you outside with your friends?" "Because they're out there swimming", Scootaloo said, "I don't have any swim diapers, and I don't want to risk dropping one in your pool". Celestia giggled a bit. "I see", she said, "Well, it's been a while since I've had a picnic with Luna. I was about to have one by myself, but it would be nice for you to come. So?" Scootaloo smiled. "Sure!", she said, instantly jumping off the couch. Celestia smiled and after letting the other fillies know, she and Scootaloo walked out of the Castle. After settling in the outfields of Canterlot, Celestia and Scootaloo began eating. They were completely alone, so they could eat without twenty different sets of eyes staring at them. Scootaloo, however, could hardly eat. Having a picnic with Spitfire was one thing, but having a picnic with Celestia was a whole another thing. Just like with Spitfire, Scootaloo took a bite of her sandwich and was ready for some questions. "Pr... *sigh*.... Celestia?", Scootaloo said, getting a bit annoyed at her failing attempts of skipping Celestia's title. "Yes?", Celestia said, wiping her muzzle with a napkin. "There aren't any timberwolves out here, are there?", Scootaloo said. Besides her neglectful past mother, there was nothing Scootaloo was more afraid of than timberwolves. "Yes", Celestia said, "But they are very lazy. You would have to really aggravate them to get them to come out". "Well", Scootaloo said, "I won't make that mistake". Celestia chuckled lightly. "So", Celestia said, "Any more questions while we're out here?" Scootaloo smiled. "How close were you and Princess Luna before she... you know", Scootaloo said, not wanting to remind Celestia of the "Mare in the Moon" part of her life. "Very close", Celestia said, "Would you like to know the whole story?" "Well...", Scootaloo said, "Only if it won't make you sad". Celestia nodded and began telling her story. ~~~~~~~~~~ 1500 years ago, 8:00 PM, After the death of the King and Queen... Celestia sat with her back against Luna's bedchamber door. They had just heard information that their parents had just died in battle, and Luna was very torn up. Celestia tried to calm her down, but was unsuccessful. She could hear Luna's very loud crying through the door. Luna was even wheezing, which indicated she was very upset. Celestia began to cry at that point. She missed her mother more than Luna, as Luna to her father. She could remember when she learned to control the Sun, and the promise she made to her mother. Luna was supposed to learn how to control the Moon once their parents got back from the battle, but unfortunately, the only thing that returned was a letter from them they wrote and sent right before the battle, along with the horrible news. Not only that was making Celestia sad. The fact that seeing her sister so upset was really making her sad. Luna wasn't just her sister, she was her best friend, and whenever she was sad, Celestia was sad. Soon, Luna finally stopped crying, but Celestia didn't go in, not wanting to bother her for a bit. Celestia sat for several hours, before she finally heard Luna speak. "Tia?", Luna said, using Celestia's short name. Celestia cracked the door open a bit. "Yes, Lu-Lu?", Celestia said, using Luna's pet name. "I... I can't sleep...", Luna said, "Can you... sleep with me?" Celestia nodded and got into the bed with Luna. Luna cuddled her big sister as tight as she could, weeping softly into her coat. Celestia cuddled Luna back and gave her a small peck on her cheek. "Are you OK, Lu-Lu?", Celestia said, a few tears still sneaking their way out of her eyes. "I miss Mommy and Daddy...", Luna said. "So do I", Celestia said. The two laid in silence for a few minutes, before Luna decided to speak again. "Tia?", she said, "Umm... now that Daddy's gone... does that mean you control the Moon now?" "No", Celestia said, "You are going to learn how. I promised Mother I would teach you once you're older if they were to pass on". "When are you?" "Tomorrow. You'll need to learn as soon as possible". Luna began to feel a bit better. "Thank you, Tia". "You're welcome, Lu-Lu". The two laid in silence some more. Luna fell asleep within minutes, while Celestia looked up at the ceiling, hearing her mother's voice in her head. "If your father and I happen to pass on before Luna is old enough", Solaria said, "Promise me that you will teach Luna how to control the Moon". Celestia felt another series of tears as she placed her hoof on her chest. "I promise... Mommy". Several nights later... Celestia and Luna were outside again. Luna wasn't catching on raising the Moon as easy as Celestia did raising the Sun. The thought of their fallen parents haunted them every time. "I don't know if I can do this, Tia", Luna said, "I can't even fly an inch off of the ground". "I couldn't either, Lu-Lu", Celestia said, cuddling her little sister, "But you'll get used to it, I promise". Luna smiled and buried her face in Celestia's coat. It was easy to cheer up Luna, depending on what the subject was. "Would you like to give it another try?" Luna nodded and stood up again. She focused her magic on the Moon's light and began trying to fly. It all happened at once. She opened her eyes to see that the Moon was in the sky. "I... I did it!", she said, very happy. She started flying down and landed on Celestia's back. "Tia! I did it!" Celestia smiled and remembered something. "You did what?", Celestia said, "I wasn't looking". "Tia~~~~~!", Luna whined. "I'm just joking, Lu-Lu", Celestia said, chuckling a bit. "So you can see the Moon?" Celestia actually saw two Moons. "Which one? The one in the sky or the one on your flank?" "What do you mean? I don't have..." Luna looked at her flank, seeing a crescent moon, surrounded in a black pattern. "My... my cutie mark! I finally got my cutie mark! My special talent is controlling the Moon!" "I proud of you, Lu-Lu", Celestia said, licking her little sister's cheek. "Thank you, Tia", Luna said, pecking Celestia's cheek, "Umm... I wanna sit out here under the Moon for a while". "That'd be lovely", Celestia said. The two Alicorn sisters sat underneath the Moon, enjoying the bright light and cuddling together. "Umm... Tia?", Luna said, "Will I have to control the stars, too?" "Yes", Celestia said, "But not for a few years. The stars are very hard to control, even Father said so". Luna smiled and cuddled her sister some more. Soon, a bright light flashed around the two and once it faded, they saw that their manes and tails were no longer solid colors. Celestia's was multicolored with four beautiful pastel colors, and Luna's was blue and black. Both had their own sparkles to them and they flowed gloriously. "What happened to our hair?", Luna asked, "It's so pretty now!" "I guess since we're the only Alicorns left in Equestira", Celestia said, "Our manes look like Mother's and Father's". "Aww...", Luna said, staring at Celestia's new mane, "But your's is so much prettier than mine!" "Well, thank you", Celestia said, "But your's is still pretty, like a princess". Luna giggled. "I am a princess, and so are you". "Yes. Now, maybe we should go back in. It's getting late". Luna nodded and went back into the Castle. Before Celestia did, she looked up at the sky again. "I did it, Mommy", she said, "I taught Luna how to control the Moon. I carried out your final important request for me. I... I kept my promise. I love you". Celestia could could feel her mother's warm coat her soft hug. She could also hear her mother's voice. "I'm proud of you, Celly", Solaria said, "I knew you could keep your promise, and I love you too". Celestia could feel a soft kiss on her muzzle. "Now, we may be gone, but we'll always be together, no matter what. Please watch over Equestria for us". Celestia smiled, a few tears starting to run down her face. "I will, Mommy", she said, "I promise. Cross my heart and hope to fly... *sniffle*... to the Sun up in the sky". 500 years later... Luna stared out the window in their throne room, seeing her beautiful Moon high in the sky. However, she saw several other ponies sleeping and shunning in the night. Luna was very jealous. All the ponies did during the night was sleep. But, during the day, they would play and have fun. It made her sad, as if learning to control was worthless. She learned all she needed, and this is what she gets? "Luna?", Celestia said, "It's time for the Sun to come out". Luna resumed staring out the window, and had something to say about that. "No...", she said, "There will be no Sun today". Celestia chuckled a bit. "Luna, you're always funny", Celestia said, "Now seriously, please lower the Moon". "And seriously", Luna said, "I said no". Celestia could see that Luna was serious. "Luna, you don't have a choice", Celestia said, "You're required to lower the Moon after the night is over". Celestia began walking over to Luna. "Not another step!", Luna commanded, "Did you really expect me to sit idly by while they all basked in your precious light?!" Luna stood up on her throne. "There can only be one Princess in Equestria! And that Princess will be me!" Suddenly, the room started to crumble, and a cloud of darkness engulfed Luna. Celestia was very scared of what was happening. Soon, the cloud faded, and Luna started laughing evilly. Celestia couldn't believe it. Luna had turned evil. She had a new look, also. Her mane flowed different and she was wearing some kind of special armor. Luna began shooting magic everywhere, completely destroying the room. Celestia flew up to the ceiling, trying to reason with Luna, but Luna shot at her, missing. Celestia knew what Luna wanted at that point. "Luna!", Celestia said, "I will not fight you! You must lower the Moon! It's your duty!" "'Luna'?!", Luna said, "I am no longer your pathetic little sister anymore! I am Nightmare Moon! I have but one royal duty now! To destroy you!" She zapped Celestia right in her chest, making her scream in pain. "Yes! That is the sound I like! Now, you will perish before my eyes! Nightmare Moon shot at Celestia again, but Celestia completely dodged it and hid in the secret charms room. She still couldn't believe that Luna had turned evil. She didn't have time to sit there and cry over it, because at that point, Nightmare Moon had destroyed the door to that room, leaving Celestia exposed. Celestia looked at the secret charm that her mother had created for emergencies. "Fine, Luna", she said, "You leave me no choice but to use these!" She pulled out the charms called "The Elements of Harmony" and used her magic to focus their power into her horn. Nightmare tried to zap Celestia before she could, but the Elements had placed her in a force field. Celestia soon was ready to fire. She fired at Nightmare, engulfing her in a rainbow-like force and sending her to the Moon. "Nooooooooo!", was the last thing she said before she was imprisoned in the Moon. Celestia looked up at the Moon, seeing Luna's image. "Why?", she said, "Why, Luna? Why did you make me do that? After all of these years holding your hoof and helping you do the things you wanted to do, this is how you treat me? I'm sorry, Luna, but you're staying up there until you decide to stop acting like this". For several more years, Celestia took control of the Sun and Moon. But every night, she would cry, missing her little sister. (You know the rest of the story. If you don't, go watch the second episode in the first season of MLP) ~~~~~~~~~~ Celestia wiped a tear from her cheek with her napkin after telling Scootaloo that story. Scootaloo felt really sorry for Celestia, so she cuddled her. Celestia cuddled her back and began to speak. "Now you know my deepest secret", she said. "That must have been hard, Princess Celestia", Scootaloo said, not wanting to skip her title on that one. "It was, Sweetie", Celestia said, "I'm still very thankful to Twilight and her other friends for freeing Luna from that phase". "Yeah...", Scootaloo said, "Umm... do you want to go back to the Castle? Maybe we could talk some more there". "Only if you want to", Celestia said. Scootaloo nodded and the two began walking back. In the process, Scootaloo kicked a rock into the woods next to them and Celestia stepped on a twig. Soon, they both smelt a very foul odor in their path. "Ugh...", Scootaloo said, holding her muzzle, "What stinks?" "Do you need to be changed?", Celestia asked Scootaloo. "No", Scootaloo said, "But, this does smell kind of like..." She sniffed a bit. "...timberwolf breath!" Sure enough, they could see a timberwolf starting to peek out of the trees. "Scootaloo, run!", Celestia said. Both took off running. However, when Celestia was about to grab Scootaloo and fly, she stepped on a bear trap, trapping her to the ground. Scootaloo instantly saw this. "Princess Celestia!", Scootaloo said. "Go!", Celestia said, "I'll be fine". Scootaloo saw the timberwolf slowly creeping up on Celestia. The last thing Scootaloo wanted was to see Celestia mauled right in front of her face. But, Scootaloo didn't want to be mauled either. "No!", Scootaloo said, "I'm not gonna let you die!" Scootaloo looked at the timberwolf and back at a large rock on the ground. Scootaloo picked up the rock with her teeth and looked at the timberwolf again. She was paralyzed with fear, and couldn't move. But, right when the timberwolf was about to have a bite of delicious pony princess, it was decapitated by the rock, killing it and turning the timber into sawdust. Scootaloo then used the rock to smash the bear trap to pieces, freeing Celestia. Celestia grabbed Scootaloo and hugged her tight. "Thank you!", Celestia said, "You saved my life!" "I told you I wasn't going to let you die", Scootaloo said, "You lost Princess Luna once, and you don't need to lose her again". Celestia was blinded by a bright light and shielded her eyes. Once it faded, she saw something on Scootaloo's flank, and it wasn't a diaper. "Sweetie", she said, "I think you may want to look on your flank". Scootaloo did and saw what looked like a golden shield. "Is that...?", she said, "My cutie mark?!" "Yes", Celestia said, "Your special talent is facing your fears. You said you were afraid of timberwolves, and you stood up to it to save me. Your special talent is bravery". Scootaloo was happy and started hopping in circles, chanting "YES!" Celestia giggled and grabbed the filly and placed her on her back. "Let's go back". "OK", Scootaloo said. Celestia carried Scootaloo back to the Castle. "By the way", Celestia said, "I want to reward you for saving my life. You may have one wish, and anything you wish for, I will grant for you". "Anything?", Scootaloo said. "Well", Celestia said, "I can't kill anyone, I can't end or start true love, and I can't bring anyone back from the dead, so please don't ask". Scootaloo thought about it for a minute, then smiled. "I wish my friends and I had tickets to Sapphire Shores' concert next weekend!", she said, "With backstage passes!" Celestia smiled. "Your wish shall be granted". ~~~~~~~~~~ Two weeks later... Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were on the carriage ride back to Canterlot. Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, and Dinky had already been dropped off at their houses, and Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were alone, just the way they liked it. "That concert was awesome!", Scootaloo said, "Sapphire Shores completely blew me away!" "Yeah!", Silver Spoon said, "And we got to meet her face-to-face! That was even cooler!" "Yeah!", Scootaloo said. "Anyway", Silver Spoon said, "You have a nice cutie mark, by the way". "Thanks", Scootaloo said. "Hmph... I guess I can't call you Blank Flank now, huh?", Silver Spoon joked. "Nope!", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon could smell something foul. "Umm... Scoots?", she said, "I think you pooped yourself". Scootaloo pressed the back of her diaper, feeling something squish. "Oh...", she said, "Sorry". "That's alright", Silver Spoon said, "I'll change you". Silver Spoon changed Scootaloo and threw the soiled diaper in the wastebasket next to the seat. "Thank you", Scootaloo said. "No problem, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said. The carriage stopped in front of Silver Spoon's house. "Well, I'll see you at school on Monday". Silver Spoon gave Scootaloo's cheek a small lick. "I love you". "I love you too", Scootaloo said, kissing Silver Spoon's muzzle. Silver Spoon walked out of the carriage, closing the door behind her. "Is there anywhere you would like to stop before we take you home?", one of the guards said. Scootaloo thought about it and decided to get her mother a small gift. "The gift shop, please", she said. After picking up a beautiful bouquet of desert roses and a birdie call for Fluttershy, Scootaloo was flown to the cottage and dropped off. "Thanks for the ride", she told the guards. "You're welcome, little filly", one of them said, "Enjoy your evening". They flew off. Scootaloo walked past the gate and used the key under the mat to get into the house. Once she did, she reached into her saddlebag and pulled out her sleeping bunny father and placed him in his bed. After placing her saddlebag in the corner, a very delicious aroma attacked her muzzle and lead her to the kitchen. Scootaloo saw Flutterkind, cooking dinner for herself and Scootaloo. Flutterkind looked at Scootaloo and smiled. "Well look who's back on her hooves", she said. "Gramma!", Scootaloo said, running over to Flutterkind. Flutterkind picked up the filly and hugged her. "I missed you!" "I missed you too, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, giving Scootaloo a small peck on her muzzle, "You're just in time for dinner". Scootaloo noticed that Fluttershy wasn't around. "Where's Mommy?", Scootaloo said. "She's at a sleepover with her friends", Flutterkind said, "She wanted me to stay here tonight to keep an eye on you, so it's just me and you tonight". "OK", Scootaloo said. "Now, go wash up for dinner", Flutterkind said. Scootaloo nodded and washed her hooves in the kitchen sink. After that, Scootaloo sat down at the table and was served. She smiled as she looked at her dinner. Sunflower soup and hayloaf, along with a few miniature oat-and-honey granola bars. "Thank you, Gramma", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Sweetie", Flutterkind said. She served herself and sat down in the chair next to Scootaloo. After dinner, Scootaloo felt very sleepy. Her long day and her dinner getting to her. Flutterkind smiled as the filly tried not to fall asleep. "Is somepony getting sleepy?", Flutterkind asked, pulling the filly into her lap. "I don't want to go to sleep", Scootaloo said, "Because I don't want to miss any time with you". "Don't worry, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I'll be here tomorrow, trust me". Scootaloo smiled and buried her face in Flutterkind's coat. "Umm...", she said, "I think I peed my diaper". Flutterkind checked her diaper. "Indeed you did", Flutterkind said. She changed Scootaloo's diaper and tucked her in Fluttershy's bed once they went upstairs. "Would you like me to sleep with you?" Scootaloo fluttered her eyes and nodded. Flutterkind got into the bed with Scootaloo and cuddled her. "Goodnight, Gramma", Scootaloo said, "I love you". "Goodnight, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, "I love you too".
A Very Unexpected Surprise: The Return of a Special Someone/Battle of the BoltsScootaloo woke up the next morning to the sound of loud crunching. She opened her eyes and saw Angel sitting on her stomach, happily eating a carrot. Several pieces of chewed carrot were covering his face as well. Angel was a messy eater, but it didn't bother him too much, as long as whatever he was eating made it into his mouth. Angel looked down at Scootaloo, smiling. "Morning, Scootaloo", he said between a mouthful of carrot. "Morning, Dad", Scootaloo said, "*yawn* Why are you on my tummy?" Angel swallowed. "Because I wanted to eat this carrot away from Fluttershy", Angel said, "Every time I try to eat one in front of her, she always lectures me about how I'll get a tummy ache if I eat too fast". "Oh, OK", Scootaloo said. She stretched and yawned again, a small odor assaulting her muzzle and a squishy feeling in the back of her diaper alerting her as well. "I pooped myself, didn't I?" "Unfortunately, you did", Angel said, "I was right here when you did, too". "Oh...", Scootaloo said. "But it's alright", Angel said, "It doesn't smell too bad". "You don't think this smells bad?", Scootaloo said. "Not even a little", Angel said, "I had to share the bathroom with Fluttershy after cabbage burrito night and..." He exclaimed in disgust. "Never mind. I'd change you, but I don't know how. Sorry". "That's OK", Scootaloo said. She grabbed Angel and pulled him toward her until he was resting against her face. Angel smiled, set his half-eaten carrot on the bed, and curled up into a ball, enjoying the warmth Scootaloo had. "I love you, Dad". "I love you too, Scootaloo", Angel said, giving Scootaloo a small lick on her cheek. Scootaloo giggled and pet the top of Angels head. "You're so cuddly", she said. "I know I am", Angel said, "Bunnies are the second cuddliest animals in Equestria". "What's the first?", Scootaloo said. "Chinchillas", Angel said in a disgusted tone, "But they're endangered, and close to extinction, so it's a matter of time before bunnies become the first cuddliest. Thanks anyway". "You welcome, Dad", Scootaloo said, kissing Angel's carrot-filled cheek, "Well, I'm gonna go get a change, OK?" "You do that", Angel said, going back to his carrot. Scootaloo got out of the bed and left to find either Fluttershy or Flutterkind for a change. On her way down the hall, she saw the nursery door open. She smiled and walked in, seeing Flutterkind sitting on the mat, cradling her daughter, who was sleeping in her lap, dressed in her foal attire. "Gramma?", Scootaloo said. Flutterkind looked up. "Oh, good morning, Sweetie", Flutterkind said. "Is Mommy sleeping?", Scootaloo asked. "Yes", Flutterkind said, "Fluttershy, here, came home a little early this morning and said she didn't get much sleep because her friends were being too loud, so she asked me to rock her to sleep". "Oh, OK", Scootaloo said, "Umm... I kinda... need a change". "OK", Flutterkind said, lightly setting her sleeping daughter on the mat, "Let's get you cleaned up. Just be careful not to wake up Fluttershy". Scootaloo nodded and walked over to Flutterkind, who lifted her onto the changing table and began changing her. "So", Flutterkind said, wiping Scootaloo clean, "How was Canterlot?" "It was awesome!", Scootaloo said, "Me and my friends had fun in the Castle and got to meet Sapphire Shores in pony!" "I'm sure you enjoyed it", Flutterkind said, "You came home pretty enthusiastic last night". Scootaloo giggled as Flutterkind finished changing her and redressed her in her pajamas. "Thanks, Gramma", Scootaloo said. "You're welcome, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, picking up the filly and holding her like a toddler. Scootaloo buried her face in Flutterkind's coat and sighed. "Gramma's getting a little hungry. Would you like me to make us some breakfast?" Scootaloo nodded. Flutterkind smiled and carried Scootaloo downstairs. While Flutterkind was in the kitchen, making breakfast, Scootaloo was sitting in the living room with Angel, playing chess. Even though she knew Angel was no match for her, she still enjoyed playing chess with him. "So", Angel said, hanging the rest of his carrot out of his mouth like a cigar, "I take it you liked meeting Sapphire Shores?" "You know it!", Scootaloo said, attacking a piece, "I bet you wish you weren't sleeping when we left to the concert!" "No", Angel said, counterattacking, "Sapphire Shores used to be my owner, before she sold me to Fluttershy". "Why did she sell you?", Scootaloo said. "She replaced me with a chinchilla", Angel said, "Because it was cuddlier, but it didn't bother me, because she just used me as a music stand". "And Mommy treats you a lot better", Scootaloo said. "You can say that again", Angel said, "But, I'm still a little guilty about the way I used to treat her". "I'm sure it wasn't that bad", Scootaloo said. "Really?", Angel said, "Slamming doors in her face, rejecting things she was trying to feed me because it didn't look like how it did in the picture, going to the bathroom in the corners intentionally, picking fights with the other bunnies, picking fights with her friend's pets, knocking over the trashcan because she accidentally knocked my bed away from the wall". "OK OK!", Scootaloo said, "Well... at least you don't do it now, right?" "That's right", Angel said, "Ever since Fluttershy used 'The Stare' on me, I don't even dare to do any of that stuff. That stare creeps me out. No wonder that cockatrice backed down". "You didn't start dating Fluttershy just because you wanted her to stop using her stare, did you?", Scootaloo said. "Of course not, Scootaloo", Angel said, "That was my own choice. Fluttershy is the kindest and sweetest mare I've ever met, and I'm the only one of her hundreds of animals that can speak a pony's language". "Well", Scootaloo said, "If I had to give my opinion, I'd say you make a great bunnyfriend..." Scootaloo blushed and finished her sentence. "... and dad". Angel smiled as he finished the carrot in his mouth. "Thanks, Scootaloo", he said, wiping his face. "No problem, Dad", Scootaloo said. She looked at the board and smiled, making her final move. "Checkmate!" Angel examined the board and sighed. "Checkmate correct", Angel said, "You win, but you're toast the next time we play!" "You said that the last forty times we played", Scootaloo said, "But you've been the one that loses". "Whatever", Angel said. "Scootaloo, Angel", Flutterkind called from the kitchen, "Breakfast is ready". Scootaloo and Angel smiled and walked into the kitchen. Flutterkind served them and herself and they all began eating. The three ate and talked for a while, then Fluttershy walked in, rubbing her eyes, having just woken up. Scootaloo smiled. "Hey, Mommy", she said. Fluttershy smiled and hugged her daughter. "Good morning, Sweetie", she said, her voice a little weak. She sat in between Scootaloo and Flutterkind, her diaper, which was wet, slightly exposed. "Did you sleep good?", Flutterkind asked Fluttershy. "Yes, Mother", Fluttershy said, "Thank you for rocking me". "Your welcome, Sweetie", Flutterkind said, planting a small kiss on her daughter's cheek. Fluttershy yawned, grabbed a muffin, began nibbling it like a mouse. "So, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "How was your sleepover?" "It was fun", Fluttershy said, "It was the best sleepover we've ever had. I had a hard time sleeping, though, because my friends had too much cider last night". "They got drunk?", Scootaloo asked. "No, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "Buzzed". "Oh... OK", Scootaloo said. Suddenly, there was a knock at the door. Fluttershy was about to get up and answer it, but remembered she was in her foal attire, so Flutterkind did the honors. She walked over to the door and opened it, seeing a random stallion in an orange jumpsuit, looking like he was homeless. Flutterkind raised her eyebrow. "May I help you?", she said. "I... I was told... Scootaloo lived here", the stallion said. "She does...", Flutterkind said. "May... may I speak with her?", the stallion said. Flutterkind quickly checked him all over, making sure he wasn't carrying anything. Finding nothing, she looked back at Scootaloo. "Scootaloo, Sweetie", she said, "Someone's here to see you". Scootaloo shrugged and got up from the table and walked to the door, gasping loudly at who was in the door frame. The stallion smiled. "It's been a long time, Scootasweets", he said, using Scootaloo's unique nickname. Scootaloo's next sentence surprised Flutterkind. "D... Daddy?!", she said. "Yes?", the stallion said. Flutterkind looked at the stallion. "You're Dark Cloud?", she said, "But... Scootaloo, here, told me you... fell". "Actually...", Dark Cloud said, "I lied... I wasn't dead, I was in prison". "Wh...what?", Scootaloo said, "Y... you lied to me... about being dead...?" "Yes...", Dark Cloud said. Scootaloo began to cry and ran upstairs, not even hugging her father. "Scootaloo, wait!" He walked in and ran after her. He soon found Scootaloo in the bathroom, crying to herself loudly. "Scootasweets?" "Go away!", Scootaloo said. "Scootaloo, can you just let me talk to you?", Dark Cloud said. "No!", Scootaloo said, "You're just gonna lie again!" "Scootaloo, please let me in", Dark Cloud said, "I won't lie, I promise". Scootaloo finally let Dark Cloud in. "What do you want?!", Scootaloo said. "Scootasweets", Dark Cloud said, "I know you're upset that I lied to you, but I had to". "No you didn't!", Scootaloo said, "You-!" Dark Cloud covered Scootaloo's mouth before she could finish. "Let me finish, Sweetheart", he said. Scootaloo did, but looked at her father with an angry face. "Now, I had to because if I didn't, you would be very upset". "What?", Scootaloo said. "When you were born", Dark Cloud said, putting his hoof on the top of Scootaloo's head, "You were the most beautiful filly I had ever seen, and I felt so proud of myself for being able to have such a great filly in my family. I knew you loved me when I first looked into your eyes. However, your mother felt the complete opposite about you. She just thought you were the extra filly in the family that nearly killed her when you came from her and kept crying and keeping her up at night. She didn't pay any attention to you at all. I changed your diapers, fed you, and took care of you in any way you needed. I hosted your birthday parties and walked you to school every day you had it". "But you...", Scootaloo said, before her father cut her off to finish. "I'm getting to that part", Dark Cloud said, "Soon, you and I became attached to each other, just like I wanted. When we did, Light Cloud got frustrated because I spent more time with you than her, even though I told her I had to. Then your fourth birthday came, and that's when I gave you Sledge. Light then got upset because I didn't tell her first, but I knew she wouldn't agree. After several more months of taking Light's constant yelling, I decided to divorce her and ask for full custody over you. But then, while you were sleeping, I caught Light in your room with a knife, trying to kill you. I stopped her from doing it by threatening to call Princess Celestia's Guards. The next day, she framed me". "Framed you?", Scootaloo said. "Yes", Dark Cloud said, "She used the theatrical blood left over from your Nightmare Night costume and acted like she had been stabbed by me. And, of course, she called the Guards when I was cooking, and they saw a knife in my hoof. I was arrested for attempted murder". "B-but", Scootaloo said, her expression starting to change, "Wh-why did you lie?" "I told Light Cloud to tell you that I had died", Dark Cloud said, "Because I didn't want you to feel so sad because I was in prison. I felt like it would have been better if I just told you that and then came back to find you again". "B-but Mom", Scootaloo said, a tear running down her face, "Sh-she treated me like garbage! She beat me for no reason! She made me wash the dishes at 5:00 in the morning! She made me eat out of the trash! She starved me! She made me sleep in a box in the backyard, even if it was raining or snowing! You weren't there! You didn't help me! I prayed to Princess Celestia so many times, wanting you back! I wanted you to save me!" "I know, Sweetheart", Dark Cloud said, a tear starting to run down his face, "And I'm sorry. I will never, ever stop loving you, and I just want you to forgive me for all that I did, Every little second I was behind those bars scared me, because I didn't feel like you were safe around Light. I'm just glad I'm with you again, and to see that you're with ponies that care about you? That makes me feel even better". Scootaloo jumped into her father's hooves, crying loudly into his coat. "I'm sorry, Daddy!", Scootaloo said, "I'm sorry!" "It's alright, Sweetheart", Dark Cloud said, "I'm just glad to have my little filly back by my side again". He gave his daughter a little kiss. At that point, Fluttershy walked in, no longer in her foal attire. "Umm...", she said, "Is there something I missed?" Dark Cloud looked at Fluttershy. "Fluttershy?", he said, "Long time no see!" "Who are you?", Fluttershy said. "It's me, Dark Cloud", Dark Cloud said, "You and I used to be best friends". "Darky?", Fluttershy said, "But... I thought you...died". "I was in prison", Dark Cloud said, "My wife framed me, but the minute I was told I was free to go, the first thing I had to do was see my little filly". "Oh...", Fluttershy said, "Well... me and my bunnyfriend, Angel adopted her... and she's under our supervision". "Oh...", Dark Cloud said, "I see..." "I could talk to Princess Celestia and reverse the adoption", Fluttershy said, "If that would make you happy". "No no. That's alright", Dark Cloud said, "She's your's now, and I'm not gonna take her away from a loving mother. I'm gonna move back into my old home, and she could visit me sometimes". "OK", Fluttershy said, "That could be arranged". "Oh...", Dark Cloud said, "May I use your shower for a minute?" "Go ahead", Fluttershy said, stepping out of the bathroom. Dark Cloud put Scootaloo back onto the floor. "I need to take a shower", he said, "Would you mind stepping out for a while?" Scootaloo shook her head and left the bathroom, but sat in the hallway right next to the door. Scootaloo couldn't believe it. Her father was back. After all those years, her father was back. Scootaloo couldn't wait to pick up things the way they left off. ~~~~~~~~~~ After Dark Cloud finished his shower, Scootaloo went home with him. He was carrying her on his back, while Scootaloo was telling him everything that's happened ever since she was adopted by Fluttershy. "... and then my bully became my friend, and then my fillyfriend!", Scootaloo said, "And I got to meet Spitfire and Sapphire Shores and Princess Celestia!" "That's great, Sweetheart", Dark Cloud said, "My little filly has grown up. How am I supposed to hug my little filly if I can't recognize her?" "Daddy!", Scootaloo whined playfully, "Don't say that! You recognize me now, and it's been three years". "I know, Sweetie", Dark Cloud said, "I was just yanking your little chain". Dark Cloud reached behind him and gave Scootaloo a small noogie, making her giggle. "So, I like that cutie mark of your's". "Thank you", Scootaloo said, "I saved Princess Celestia from a timberwolf, and this showed up". "I'm glad you finally got your's, too", Dark Cloud said, "I don't know if you remember it, but when you were a filly, you always complained about not having it, but now, here you are, with a big special talent with you". Scootaloo smiled. "Also, you said you had a fillyfriend?" "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said, "Her name is Silver Spoon". "Silver Spoon, huh?", Dark Cloud said, "Well, that's great, Sweetheart. My little filly really is growing up so fast". After a bit more minutes of walking and talking, the two had finally reached the house. As soon as Dark Cloud opened the door, a very strong, pungent odor struck both of their muzzles, and where the stench was coming from wasn't a surprise. The house was a filthy mess. The two walked around and saw every single room of the house completely messed up. The carpets were seriously dusty, dishes were all over and all in the sink, both bathrooms had wet towels all over the floor, and ants and roaches were all over the kitchen counters. "This place is a mess", Dark Cloud said. Scootaloo wondered how Rarity would have reacted to the house. "And it reeks in here!", Scootaloo said, "I knew Mom wouldn't clean up after herself after I left". "Light never cleans up after herself", Dark Cloud said, "I used to have to clean up after myself and her. Anyway, this house wouldn't be a mess if she hadn't fired our maid". "You mean Spicky Span?", Scootaloo said, "I didn't know Mom fired her". "Yeah, she did", Dark Cloud said, "Well, I'll call her and get her rehired". Dark Cloud walked into the living room and picked up the house phone, while Scootaloo walked back into the kitchen, avoiding the counters. She opened the refrigerator and looked in. Sure enough, everything that was last in there was still in there, fresh and still edible. Scootaloo smiled and was about to grab something when Dark Cloud came back out. "She accepted", he said, "I had to pay her double for it to happen". "Is she on her way?", Scootaloo asked. "Yes", Dark Cloud said, "In the meantime, would you like to go out to eat? I haven't had a good meal in years". "Sure", Scootaloo said, "How about Sugarcube Corner?" "Alright", Dark Cloud said, "Let's go". Two hours later... After having some snacks at Sugarcube Corner with her father and spending time with him, Dark Cloud walked Scootaloo back home. Scootaloo promised to be back, but didn't want to spend the night until the house was completely cleaned, which was sure to take the rest of the day. Anyway, once Scootaloo got back home, she laid down on the couch next to Angel, who was sleeping. She laid for a while, before Flutterkind came and talked to her. "Scootaloo?", she asked. Scootaloo sat up and looked at her grandmother. "Yes, Gramma?", she said. "I've been waiting for you", she said, "Well... actually, Spitfire wants to see you". "Spitfire?", Scootaloo asked, "But, why?" "I don't know", Flutterkind said, "But she did, and she sent Soarin to come pick you up. He should be here any second". "Oh... OK", Scootaloo said. Soon, the doorbell rang and Flutterkind answered it, seeing Soarin standing in the door frame. "I'm here for Scootaloo", he said. "Just a moment", Flutterkind said. She walked into the kitchen to get Scootaloo, who was nibbling the remains of an apple core. "Soarin's here for you, Sweetie". Scootaloo threw the core in the trash and walked to the front door. "See you later, Sweetheart". "You too, Gramma", Scootaloo said, hopping on Soarin's back as Flutterkind closed the door back. "So, Soarin, why does Spitfire want to see me?" "I don't know, kid", Soarin said, "She didn't tell me. She just asked me to come and pick you up". He spread his wings. "Hold on tight". Scootaloo did and Soarin took off, flying back to Cloudsdale. Once they got there, Soarin dropped Scootaloo off at Spitfire's office and left, going down to the mess-hall for some apple pie. Scootaloo knocked on the door and waited. "Come in", Spitfire called from the inside. Scootaloo walked in, seeing Spitfire sitting at her desk wearing her uniform, her face in her hooves. "You wanted to see me, Spitfire?", she asked. "Yeah...", Spitfire said. "What's wrong?", Scootaloo asked, concerned. Spitfire sighed and stood up, facing the filly. "Tonight was supposed to be the Wonderbolts Flier's Competition", she said, "But, the captain of the Shadowbolts, Gale Storm, challenged us to a competition yesterday, and now we're having a 'Battle of the Bolts', and the losing team's captain becomes the winner's slave for a full year". "That's cool!", Scootaloo said, a little excited, "And you're gonna win, right?!" "That's the thing, kid", Spitfire said, "We're gonna lose!" "Lose?", Scootaloo said, "Why?" "Because Fleetfoot is currently suffering fractured wing", Spitfire said, "And can't perform. She, along with Soarin and I, were supposed to represent the Wonderbolts, but now, we're screwed, and I'm gonna have to spend a whole year of my life under Gale's authority!" "Can't you asked Rainbow Dash to fill in?", Scootaloo said, "She's a Wonderbolt now, right?" "Yes, but I can't", Spitfire said, "Dash is not permitted for competitions yet. She is not ready". "OK...", Scootaloo said, "But... why did you want to see me?" "Because...", Spitfire said, looking around to make sure no one else was listening, "I want you to perform with us". Scootaloo gasped loudly as if she were trying to imitate Kirby. "WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAATTTTT?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?", she said, "You want me to perform with you and Soarin?!?!?!?!" "That's what I said", Spitfire said. "B-but", Scootaloo said, "I can't fly, and I'm not a Wonderbolt". "I know you can't fly", Spitfire said, "So I'm gonna teach you how, and hopefully, you'll master it before tonight's competition. And... if you can help us win, you'll officially be named co-captain of the Wonderbolts". "You're gonna teach me... how to fly?!", Scootaloo said, "And... co-captain of the Wonderbolts?" "Yep", Spitfire said, "I've been in need of an assistant for years, and it would be great if you would do it. Plus, you'll get paid". "Not to be rude", Scootaloo said, "But how much?" "400 bits a week", Spitfire said, "Which is 1,200 a month". Scootaloo smiled and nearly fainted. "But, you'll only get all of that if we win, alright?" Scootaloo nodded happily. "Now, are you ready to fly?!" "Yeah!", Scootaloo said. "Am I going deaf?", Spitfire said, rubbing her ear with her hoof, "Because I couldn't hear you. I said, are you ready to fly?!" "YEAH!!!!", Scootaloo yelled as loud as she could. "Then follow me and let's get you in your uniform, Squirt!", Spitfire said, walking out of her office and Scootaloo happily following her. After Scootaloo got fitted for and put in her Wonderbolts uniform, she and Spitfire met in the fields below Cloudsdale for practice. Scootaloo was so happy, but contained it, not wanting to wet herself and risk it to leak into her uniform. She sat in front of Spitfire, completely focused as she spoke. "Now", she said, "This is your first time learning to fly, so it may be a little difficult. Anyway, the first step to flying is the hover. It goes like this". Spitfire got into a position similar to a "down" push-up. "You start like this, and you push toward the ground, flapping your wings and not stopping at all". Spitfire demonstrated and hovered about five hooves into the air. "You try". "Yes, Cap'n", Scootaloo said. Scootaloo got into the position the best she could and pushed, hovering about two hooves, her tiny wings buzzing loudly as she did. But, she was only able to stay in the air for about two seconds before she plopped back down to the ground. Over and over again she tried, but couldn't go any higher than two hooves. Scootaloo kept trying until her little wings began to become sore. She stopped and sat down in the grass, a disappointed look on her face. Spitfire flew over to the filly and sat down next to her. "First time is the hardest, right?", she said, joking with the filly. But, judging by the look on Scootaloo's face, Spitfire knew she wasn't in the mood for jokes at that point. "Look, Scootaloo. This is your first time learning to fly, and I told you, it may be difficult. Plus, you're under pressure since you only have eight hours to learn". "Why does it have to be so hard?", Scootaloo said in a low voice, "Why can't I fly? Just one time? Just to help you win against the Shadowbolts?" "I know it's hard, but you'll get used to it, I promise", Spitfire said, "Now, let's try again, alright?" Scootaloo nodded and stood back up. "OK, reach my level". She hovered into the air about five hooves again. Scootaloo sighed and pushed, clenching her eyes shut and hovering again. She expected to hit the ground again, but she didn't. She opened her eyes to see herself hovering in the air. "I...", she said, very surprised, "I'm... hovering... I'm really hovering!!!!!" She hovered up to Spitfire's level. "Spitfire, I'm doing it!!!" "I can see that, kid!", Spitfire said, getting excited, "Can you go higher?" Scootaloo focused and hovered higher. She was thirty hooves in the air, and level with the normal clouds in the sky. Scootaloo squealed with excitement as Spitfire flew up to her level. "You're doing great, Scootaloo!!!! Take us home! Hover up to Cloudsdale!" "Alright!!!!!", Scootaloo said, hovering the last fifty hooves up to Cloudsdale and landing softly, Spitfire joining her. "Spitfire, I did it! I mastered hovering!" "I know, Scootaloo!", Spitfire said, "Keep it up, and you'll be ready in no time!". Scootaloo smiled brightly. "Now, we'll finish in about two hours". "Two hours?", Scootaloo asked, "Why? I can finish... right... nowwww..." Scootaloo's body became completely relaxed as she passed out, falling right onto the cloud. Spitfire chuckled and picked up the unconscious filly. "That's why", she said, "You're body tires out after a while during your first time". She could feel a vibration in the bottom of Scootaloo's uniform and sighed a little. "Did you have to wet yourself while I was holding you? Eww!" Spitfire chuckled again. "Well, better get you changed before you get a rash". She placed the sleeping filly on her back and walked back to her office. ~~~~~~~~~~ Two hours later, Scootaloo finally woke up to see she was laying on a bed-shaped cloud in Spitfire's office. Scootaloo sat up and rubbed her eyes, seeing Spitfire sitting right next to her, smiling. "Well, sleepy head", she said, resting her hoof on the top of Scootaloo's head, "Enjoy your nap?" "Mm-hmm", Scootaloo said. Her stomach growled loudly at that point and Spitfire pulled an energy bar out of her uniform. "You don't want to fly on an empty stomach, Scootaloo", Spitfire said, giving the energy bar to Scootaloo, "Trust me". Scootaloo saw that it was a peanut butter and raisin energy bar. Scootaloo didn't like raisins much, but ate the energy bar anyway. "So, you mastered hovering, which means your ready for step two: flying". "Really?!", Scootaloo said, expelling a few oats in the process. "Yep", Spitfire said, "Ready when you are". Scootaloo instantly got up and followed Spitfire outside again. Once they got out there, Spitfire spoke again. "Now, since you mastered hovering, this should be easy for you. All you have to do is hover into the air, while at the same time flapping in the direction you want to go". She hovered into the air and flew a few fast circles around Scootaloo. Scootaloo nodded and stood up. She hovered into the air and attempted to move in a circle. But, she was only able to move an inch in her direction before plopping back down onto the ground. Over and over she tried, but unsuccessful every time, Scootaloo gave up and sat down, resting her tired wings. "You alright, Scootaloo?", Spitfire asked. "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "Just resting a bit". After about five minutes, Scootaloo tried again. This time, she flew in a complete circle around Spitfire. "Did I just...?" She flew up, down, and sideways. She had finally mastered flying, all she ever wanted to do. "Spitfire, I can fly!!!! I can finally fly!!!!!" "Yeah!!!!", Spitfire said, "You're ready! You mastered flying! Now, it's time to test your flying". "How?", Scootaloo said, "Do I have to do an obstacle course or that big wheel Rainbow Dash had to do?" "No no", Spitfire said, "That's only for adult members. If I were to let a filly try those, I would have to pay medical bills. All you have to do is fly as fast as you can, me chasing you, and if you can stay away from me for a full minute, you're ready for the competition". "So, like tag?", Scootaloo asked. "Exactly", Spitfire said, "I'll give you a ten-second head start. Show me what you got!" She pulled out her stopwatch and set it to a minute. "Ready... start!" Scootaloo dashed off into the air as Spitfire clicked the button. Scootaloo flew for her life, enjoying the wonderful feeling of the strong breeze blow through her mane. No wonder Pegasi loved flying so much. But, soon, her tiny wings became sore, and she had to stop, and Spitfire tackled her onto a cloud, making them both giggle. "How'd I do?!", Scootaloo asked, still pinned under Spitfire, "Did I make it?" Spitfire checked her stopwatch seeing "1:01" in the screen. "You made it with one second to spare!", Spitfire said, "Congratulations, Scootaloo! You're in the Battle of the Bolts tonight!" "YEAYUUUUUHHHHHH!!!!!!!", Scootaloo said. She noticed she was still pinned by Spitfire. "Uh... Spitfire. You mind getting off?" "Oh, right", Spitfire said, unpinning Scootaloo, "Sorry". Scootaloo stood up, smiling. "Now, waddaya say you and I head to the mess-hall for some grub? I can make us some oatburgers and hay fries". "Sure", Scootaloo said. Spitfire smiled and walked to the mess-hall, Scootaloo happily following her. After a while, Spitfire had finished cooking lunch and the two sat down at a table and ate. But, Scootaloo was so excited about flying. All she ever wanted to do was fly, and now she has it mastered. "So", Spitfire said, swallowing a hoofful of hay fries, "I take it you're excited about the comp?" "Yeah!", Scootaloo said between a mouthful of oatburger, "I get to fly with you and Soarin!" She swallowed the last bite of her oatburger and wiped the grease from her mouth. "You make the best oatburgers ever, Spitfire!" "Thanks, kid", Spitfire said, "Soarin thinks the same thing about my apple pies. I'd make you some, but I need to get more pie crusts first. Sorry". "That's cool", Scootaloo said, "Uh... can I have another burger?" "You've already had four", Spitfire said, "Don't you think you've had enough?" "I could go for one more", Scootaloo said. "OK", Spitfire said, "Knock yourself out". Scootaloo grabbed another oatburger and munched down on it hungrily, as did Spitfire. After eating, the two Pegasi cleaned their areas. "So", Scootaloo said, "Is there a specific routine I have to learn for the competition?" "No", Spitfire said, "This competition is a free-fly, meaning no routines. If either team performs a planned routine, they will get disqualified. DQ'ed as I like to call it". "OK", Scootaloo said. "Now", Spitfire said, "The competition starts in three hours. You can either hang out with Soarin and I, or go back home and come back then". "I wanna go tell Mommy and Gramma that I can fly now!", Scootaloo said. "OK", Spitfire said, "I'll see you in three hours, Squirt". Scootaloo nodded and flew back to Fluttershy's Cottage, unknowing that two ponies, a mare and a stallion, wearing purple and black uniforms spying on her and Spitfire. The mare looked back at the two stallions. "An eight year old?!", she said, "An eight year old?! That's who she's replacing Fleetfoot with?!" "Is that even legal?", the stallion said. "Nothin' in the rulebook that says anything about age", the mare said again, "But why is she even recruiting her, anyway?" "She could have a chance, Gale", the stallion said. Gale Storm looked at the stallion near-raged. "I know you're not rooting for those stupid Wonderbolts, Cloud Kicker!", she said. "I'm not", Cloud Kicker said, "I'm just saying, maybe we shouldn't be so unsportsmanlike toward a filly". "So you rather see me in Spitfire's office dressed in a maid outfit?!", Gale Storm said kinda loud, "We Shadowbolts need to win this Battle of the Bolts so we can humiliate Spitfire in front of all of Cloudsdale! All we've ever wanted!" "Yeah!", Cloud Kicker said, "I don't know what I was thinking! She's just fresh hay waiting to be cooked!" "That's the spirit, Cloud!", Gale Storm said, "And after tonight, Spitfire is going to be in my office, scrubbing my spit off of my desk!" The two Shadowbolts flew off. Once Scootaloo got home, she picked up the key under the mat to unlock the door and walked in, closing the door behind her. She saw Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy, talking to each other. Rainbow Dash looked at Scootaloo. "Hey, Squirt", she said, "Nice Wonderbolts costume". "This isn't a costume, Rainbow Dash", Scootaloo said, "It's a real uniform! Spitfire gave it to me!" Rainbow Dash laughed loudly. "Very funny, Squirt", she said, her eyes still closed, "The only way to get to get a real uniform is by enrolling in the Wonderbolts Academy, and you have to know how to fly, first. No offense". Fluttershy's loud gasp and the sound of buzzing made Rainbow Dash open her eyes, seeing Scootaloo hovering in the air, touching the ceiling. "None taken, Rainbow Dash", Scootaloo said, giggling, "Oh, and what was that last part? Something about flying?" Scootaloo flew a few circles around Rainbow Dash. "Sc-Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, very surprised, "You... you're flying..." "Yeah!", Scootaloo said, still flying circles, "Spitfire taught me how to, and she's letting me perform with her and Soarin tonight against the Shadowbolts!" "Battle of the Bolts?!", Rainbow Dash said, "But the stakes are too high! Why did she choose you to represent the Wonderbolts?!" "I don't know", Scootaloo said, stopping and landing in front of Rainbow Dash, "She just told me and taught me how to fly! I finally have mastered flying!" "That's great, Sweetie", Fluttershy said. "Whoa, whoa, whoa!", Rainbow Dash said, "Why did Spitfire ask you and not me? I'm the second fastest Wonderbolt in the history of the Wonderbolts". "She said you weren't ready", Scootaloo said. Rainbow Dash stood up, an enraged look on her face. "I'm not ready?!", she yelled, "I'm not friggin ready?! I've been in the Wonderbolts for two years as a lead pony, and she thinks I'm not ready?! But she thinks an eight year filly who just learned how to fly is ready for the competition against their enemies?! I knew Spitfire had a screw loose!" "Can you keep it down, Rainbow Dash?", Angel said in his bed in the corner, having just been awoken from his nap, "I'm trying to sleep here". "Eh, sorry Angel", Rainbow Dash said. Angel sighed and resumed his nap. "Look, Rainbow Dash", Fluttershy said, "I know you might not like the fact Spitfire chose Scootaloo over you, but this is a good opportunity for her, and I'm sure the Shadowbolts will be no match for the Wonderbolts this year". "Fluttershy...", Rainbow Dash said, rolling her eyes, "Maybe you don't know who the Shadowbolts are. They have beaten every team they have gone up against. They beat the Thunderbolts so bad last year that they broke up, and now they want to destroy the Wonderbolts, and there's probably some stupid stipulation to this contest". "The losing team's captain becomes the winner's slave for a whole year", Scootaloo said. "Oh crap", Rainbow Dash said, "Spitfire's gonna be pissed". "Watch your mouth, Rainbow Dash", Fluttershy said, "You're around a filly. Anyway, Scootaloo, are we able to see you perform?" "I can", Rainbow Dash said, "Wonderbolts get in for free, and get to bring one guest. I'll take you, Fluttershy". "Well, thank you, Rainbow Dash", Fluttershy said, nuzzling Rainbow's cheek, "I hope you do well, Sweetie". "I will!", Scootaloo said, flying back into the air, "And after tonight, Gale Storm is gonna be Spitfire's slave and I'll be co-captain of the Wonderbolts!" "Co-captain?", Rainbow Dash asked, "Who said anything about that?" "Spitfire did", Scootaloo said, "She said if the Wonderbolts won, I would be co-captain and get paid 1,200 bits a month!" "Eh...", Rainbow Dash said, "I don't care. I make more during Weather Patrol". "So when's the competition?", Fluttershy asked. "In two hours", Scootaloo said. "Me and Fluttershy are gonna get goin'", Rainbow Dash said, "Gotta get there early for the good seats". "I'll see you at the competition, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, kissing the top of Scootaloo's head, "I love you". "I love you too, Mommy", Scootaloo said, returning the kiss. Fluttershy grabbed her saddlebag and left. Right when Fluttershy and Rainbow Dash walked out the door frame, Scootaloo saw Angel sneak into Fluttershy's saddlebag. She giggled and sat down on the couch. "I can't believe it", Scootaloo said, "Flying with the Wonderbolts..." ~~~~~~~~~~ Two hours later... It was time. Time for Battle of the Bolts. Scootaloo had used the three tickets Spitfire had given her to invite Dark Cloud, Silver Spoon, and Flutterkind so she could have full family support. Scootaloo was behind the curtains of the stage, peeking out. At the judges table was all of Equestria's Princesses, Celestia, Luna, Cadence, and Twilight Sparkle, all waiting for the show to start. Behind them, in the front row, Scootaloo could see Fluttershy, Rainbow Dash, Flutterkind, Dark Cloud, Silver Spoon, and Angel, also waiting. Scootaloo's stage fright began to take effect as she started to shake a little. "Scootaloo?", Soarin called to her, sitting on a crate next to Spitfire, "You OK?" "Y-yeah", Scootaloo said, "Just got a little stage fright". "It'll go away once you start flying", Spitfire said, "I promise". Scootaloo smiled. "Now, put your goggles on. Trust me, you don't want to end up with a bug in your eye during a comp". Scootaloo nodded and placed her goggles over her eyes. She saw everything in blue, but still liked wearing them. "OK, Soarin, Scootaloo, remember what's at stake here. We need to win this, to prove Wonderbolts are superior to the Shadowbolts, and to avenge our past allies, the Thunderbolts. The only way we're going to defeat the Shadowbolts is working together, not alone, understand?" "Yes, Spitsy", Soarin said. "Yes, Cap'n", Scootaloo said, feeling a little more confident. "Then let's do this!", Spitfire said. At that point, Snips and Snails, wearing black and white striped shirts, serving as the referees, came onto the stage. Scootaloo wondered why they chose Snips and Snails to be the refs, but she knew it could have been worse. At least it wasn't Diamond Tiara. "Mares and Gentlecolts", Snips said loudly in the microphone, sounding excited, "Welcome to Battle of the Bolts!" "Tonight", Snails said, taking the mic from his best friend, "You will see the two best Equestrian flying groups battle it all out in a-" "... a free-flying competition!", Snips said, interrupting his best friend and taking the mic, "Serving as judges, Princess Celestia, Princess Luna, Princess Cadence, and-" "Princess Twilight!", Snails said, taking the mic. The princesses all stood up and waved at the crowd, who cheered loudly. Snips took the mic back. "And now, put your hooves together", he said, "For Equestria's undefeated team, the Shadowbolts!" Gale Storm, Cloud Kicker, and their third flier and former Wonderbolt, Lightning Dust flew over the arena's wall and onto the stage. Scootaloo, Spitfire, and Soarin watched from behind the curtain. "Lightning Dust?!", Spitfire said, "Lightning Dust?!" "I thought she was a Wonderbolt", Scootaloo said. "She used to be", Soarin said, "But she threw a tantrum about being demoted to a wingpony, and she quit. I guess she's part of the Shadowbolts now". "Alright!", Snips said, "Shadowbolts..." "...begin your performance!", Snails finished. After about ten minutes, the Shadowbolts had finished their performance. The princesses all started writing down their opinions and scores for the Shadowbolts, while the Wonderbolts behind the curtain got prepared. The Shadowbolts walked behind the curtain to wait for the results, taunting the Wonderbolts in the progress. But the one that made the biggest taunt was Gale Storm to Spitfire. "Hey, Spitfire", she said, "Don't take the loss too hard. I just hope you know how to cook, clean, and scrub, because you'll be doing so for the next twelve months". She giggled and walked off with the rest of her crew. Spitfire did everything she could to ignore Gale and prepared to go out. "And now", Snips said, "The challengers. The fliers carrying a 53-2 record for battles, the Wonderbolts!" Scootaloo, Spitfire, and Scootaloo came out through the curtains. Scootaloo instantly fed off of the cheering. "Alright!", Snails said, "Wonderbolts, begin your competition!" The Wonderbolts finished their performance in twenty minutes, landing right on top of the stage. The princesses began writing down their thoughts as the Shadowbolts joined the stage and waited for the results. Scootaloo began to shake when she saw Princess Celestia give Snips an envelope and Snails open it. "And the winner of Battle of the Bolts is...", Snails said, looking at the opened letter. "The Shadowbolts!", Snips said. The Shadowbolts began to cheer, while the Wonderbolts began to feel discouraged, especially Scootaloo, who began to cry at that point. Spitfire, though more discouraged than Scootaloo, decided to help her feel better. "It's alright, kid", she said, "You tried your best, and that's all that matters". Gale saw how sad they were and couldn't resist savoring that moment. "Aww", she said, walking over to the two, "Looks like we got some cry babies here. Don't worry, Spitfire. Once you come back with us and become my slave, you'll have a lot of things to cry about". Scootaloo looked at Gale with a raged look and was about to curse at her, before she saw a piece of paper sticking out of her uniform. "What's that?", Scootaloo said, grabbing the paper and looking at it. "Hey, gimme that!", Gale said, before Soarin pushed her away. Scootaloo gasped. "This is a routine paper!", she said, "And it says the same thing they just did!" Spitfire looked at the paper and saw it too. "Get that to those referees, now!", she said. Scootaloo instantly dashed off, successfully getting to Snips and Snails with the help of Spitfire and Soarin. "Snips, Snails!", she said, the paper clenched in her mouth. "What?", they said. Scootaloo gave them the paper and they looked at it. "A routine paper?", Snails said, "But wasn't using routines illegal?" "Yeah", Scootaloo said. Snips and Snails took the paper over to the princesses. After looking at it, Celestia gave them a different envelope and they opened it. "Mares and Gentlecolts", Snails said, "The Shadowbolts have been disqualified!" "They were using a routine the whole time!", Snips said. The crowd began booing and dissing the Shadowbolts, and a few of the younger ponies, including Silver Spoon, started throwing popcorn and other snacks at them. "Therefore", Snips said, "Your winners, by disqualification, the Wonderbolts!" All three Wonderbolts began cheering and celebrating. Scootaloo flew over to her family. "We won!", she said, giving each pony a nuzzle. Scootaloo then flew back down to the stage, seeing the other Shadowbolts chewing Gale out. "Hey, Gale. What was that? Something about taking a loss? Well, you don't seem to be taking your's too easily". "Yeah", Spitfire said, "And now, you are my slave for the next twelve months. I hope you know how to change a diaper, because my new co-captain is incontinent, and I don't want to change her. No offense, Scootaloo". "None taken", Scootaloo said, "I don't think I smell like roses with a full diaper either". The two giggled. "Alright, slave, follow me". Gale sighed and followed Spitfire back to Cloudsdale. ~~~~~~~~~~ 9:00 PM... Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were having a re-do of their sleepover, since Scootaloo had won and their last sleepover was interrupted by psychos. At that point, Silver Spoon was changing Scootaloo out of her messy diaper while talking about the competition. "I still can't believe we won!", Scootaloo said. "Yeah", Silver Spoon said, "I'm proud of you, Scoots. I knew you could do it". Silver Spoon finished changing Scootaloo and Scootaloo kissed Silver Spoon full on the lips. "Thanks, Silver Spoon", she said. "No prob, Scoots", Silver Spoon said, "Anything for a wonderful fillyfriend". Silver Spoon kissed Scootaloo again. Then, she looked at her with a serious face. "Uhh... Scoots?" "Yeah?", Scootaloo asked. "Can I ask you something?", Silver Spoon said, "It's gonna be the craziest thing I'm ever gonna ask you". "What is it?", Scootaloo asked. Silver Spoon leaned in and whispered into Scootaloo's ear. "What's it like acting like foal?"
Silver Spoon's Foal Experience/First Day as New Assistant/Payback's a *****Silver Spoon's Foal Experience/First Day as New Assistant/Payback's a ***** Scootaloo was surprised to hear that come from Silver Spoon. She never thought someone so mature would ask about something very immature. But, she forced herself to answer Silver Spoon's question. "Oh...", she said, "Well... it's... uh... cool". "Just cool?", Silver Spoon said. "Well, no", Scootaloo said, "It's... more than that". "Then what's it like?", Silver Spoon asked again, "Be honest, please". Scootaloo blushed and gave her completely honest answer. "It's the best thing ever", she said, "I like it". "You've done it before?", Silver Spoon said. "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "I got curious after seeing Mommy acting like one, so I asked if I could and I liked it". "Well... uh...", Silver Spoon said, "Do you think I could-?" "Yeah!", Scootaloo said, knowing what Silver Spoon was going to ask. At that point, Fluttershy had came downstairs for a glass of water and to check on the fillies. "Is everything OK in here?", she asked. "Yes, Mommy", Scootaloo said, "But, there's something Silver Spoon wants to ask you something". Fluttershy looked at Silver Spoon. "What is it, Silver Spoon?", she asked. "Uh...", Silver Spoon said, "I... Can I... Could I...?" "She wants to see how if feels to act like a foal", Scootaloo finished. Fluttershy smiled. "Oh", she said, "Is that all?" Silver Spoon nodded. "Well, would you like to find out?" "Uh... I guess", Silver Spoon reluctantly said. "Well, great", Fluttershy said, "First, you'll need to get dressed. Follow me, please". Silver Spoon followed Fluttershy alone, since Scootaloo was already dressed. Once they got to the nursery, Silver Spoon had to admire the decor. It may have been a little babyish, but it was brightly colored and neatly decorated. "Hop onto the changing table please", Fluttershy said. Silver Spoon nodded and laid herself on the changing table, sighing lightly as she felt the soft padding touch her back. "Now, I'm glad you want to experience acting like a foal, but I have three rules you must follow. You cannot speak to me, but you may to Scootaloo, you have to listen to me at all times, and you must soil yourself at least once". "Soil myself?", Silver Spoon asked, "You mean... wet myself?" "Wet and mess", Fluttershy said. "Why?", Silver Spoon asked. "Because you're a baby", Fluttershy said, "And babies use their diapers". Silver Spoon bit her lip with nervousness as she looked down at the carpeted floor, thinking about aborting from the idea. "But, I understand if you don't want to". Of course, what Silver Spoon wanted to say was "OK", but thought about it. She did say she wanted the full experience. Plus, she got over the fear of asking, so bailing now would be pointless. "Uh... Fluttershy...", she said, "I... I'll do it, but please keep it between you, me, and Scootaloo! Please!" "Don't worry, hon", Fluttershy said to the slightly-embarrassed filly, "Our little secret. I promise". She leaned down and planted a soft kiss on Silver Spoon's forehead to make her promise completely true, making her blush lightly. "Now, let's get you into a diaper". Fluttershy walked over to her special drawer and opened it. "Would you like cloth or disposable?" "Well...", Silver Spoon said, "Which one is better?" "Both are good, but disposable is better at stopping leaks", Fluttershy said. "Disposable, please", Silver Spoon said. Soon, Fluttershy had diapered Silver Spoon and gotten her in a good pair of flannel hoofie pajamas. Silver Spoon looked at herself in the mirror. The outline of her diaper was a little visible through her pajamas, but other than that, she liked how she was dressed. "Aww", Fluttershy said, cooing at the diapered filly, "You look so cute in that". Silver Spoon blushed. "Thanks, Flu-", Silver Spoon said, before Fluttershy placed a grey pacifier in her mouth, cutting her off. "Shh...", she said, "Babies can't talk". Silver Spoon nodded and suckled, finding it very pleasant. Fluttershy smiled, picked up the filly, and carried her over to a large playpen filled with toys, setting her down. "Now, you play, while I go get your sister, OK?" Silver Spoon nodded as Fluttershy walked back downstairs. A little while later, Fluttershy placed Scootaloo in there as well. "You two play nice together, and I'll be over there keeping an eye on you". Scootaloo nodded as Fluttershy walked away. "Uh... Scoots?", Silver Spoon whispered, remembering what Fluttershy said, "I don't know what to do". "You play, duh", Scootaloo said, "Just grab something and start playing with it". Scootaloo grabbed a small rattle and started playing. "Uh... okay", Silver Spoon said, grabbing a plushie and playing with it. It was hard, but she soon began to have fun. She even played a little with Scootaloo to double her fun. But, she became distracted from her imagination when her stomach growled loudly, as did Scootaloo's. "I'm getting a little hungry", Silver Spoon said. "Yeah, me too", Scootaloo said. She stood up and stared at her mother until Fluttershy finally looked at her. "Everything OK, Sweetie?", she said. Scootaloo pointed at her mouth, signaling she was hungry. Fluttershy chuckled. "Does somepony want num-nums?" Both fillies nodded. "Alright. You wait here while I make you a little snack". Fluttershy walked down into the kitchen and soon returned with a small tray, containing grilled cheese sandwiches cut in quarters, chocolate-chip-cookies, and two baby bottles filled with warm chocolate milk. Fluttershy even emphasized the "baby" effect by cutting the crusts off of the sandwiches. "Here you go", she said, setting the tray in the playpen, "Eat up". And that's just what the two did, eating every single bite of food on the tray. Scootaloo had also finished her milk bottle at that point. But, Silver Spoon's bottle was untouched and still completely full, and Fluttershy noticed this. "Aren't you gonna use your bottle, Silver Spoon?", she asked. Silver Spoon looked at her with a confused look. "Oh, I forgot it was your first time. Well, would you like some help?" Silver Spoon shrugged her shoulders, as if to say "I guess". Fluttershy smiled as she walked over to the playpen and grabbed Silver Spoon and the foal bottle. She then walked over to her rocking chair, sat down, and held Silver Spoon like a foal in her lap. Silver Spoon blushed heavily, knowing what was coming next. Fluttershy placed the tip into Silver Spoon's mouth and waited for her to suckle. Silver Spoon's face went completely red as she became very embarrassed. Fluttershy could see Silver Spoon was having a hard time, so she decided to help. "It's alright, Sweetheart", she whispered into her ear, "I know it may seem hard to do this, but it's what a baby does. All you have to do is suckle". Scootaloo decided to help also by turning her back toward the two and playing some more. "But, just take your time and do it when you're comfortable enough". Silver Spoon laid in Fluttershy's lap for several more minutes before she finally worked up the courage to drink from the bottle. She began to suckle very slowly, getting small squirts of milk as a result. Fluttershy smiled as Silver Spoon did so. After about five minutes, Silver Spoon began to pick up the pace as she started getting used to the suckling. Fluttershy let Silver Spoon hold the bottle in her own mouth as she began to cradle her, humming a small tune into her ear, and after about ten minutes, she finally suckled the bottle dry. Fluttershy pulled the bottle out of Silver Spoon's mouth, placed her over her shoulder, and patted her back. "Burp, please", she said. Silver Spoon focused and forced out a loud burp, sighing a little afterwards. "Oh my. Somepony must have really been hungry. That was a big one". Silver Spoon blushed and buried her face back in Fluttershy's coat. But then, she felt her stomach tighten up and a loud gurgle came from her stomach. Then, a very uncomfortable feeling struck her, and she was familiar with it. Silver Spoon panicked and look up at Fluttershy with severe discomfort. "What's wrong, hon?", Fluttershy said. Silver Spoon was about to say something, but remembered she couldn't talk, so she pressed her hooves into the front of her diaper and crossed her hind legs over them, hoping Fluttershy would get what she was saying. Luckily for her, she did. "Oh", Fluttershy said, "Does somepony need to go potty?" Silver Spoon nodded desperately. "Well, go ahead. You're wearing a diaper". Silver Spoon really didn't want to, but knew she had to if she wanted the full experience of foalhood. "Take your time, hon". Silver Spoon looked at Scootaloo to make sure she wasn't looking. Seeing Scootaloo's back to her, Silver Spoon buried her face in Fluttershy's coat and pushed. After a loud pass of wind, she finally emptied her bladder and bowels right into her diaper. She yelped a little, very disturbed by the. feeling. But, right when she finished, she began to like the feeling. The soiled diaper felt nice and warm, a feeling she had never felt before. She liked it. "There we go", Fluttershy said, cooing at the filly, "That wasn't so bad, was it?" Silver Spoon blushed, still a little embarrassed, but able to shake her head happily. "Great. I knew you would be able to soil your diaper". Then, Fluttershy decided to play with her a little. "Who's the stinky filly? Who's the stinky filly?" She began tickling Silver Spoon's belly as fast as she could. Silver Spoon squirmed and laughed loud, trying to escape her grasp. Her squirming caused the mess in her diaper to squish all around her flank. "F-Fluttershy, please!", Silver Spoon said, forgetting about not talking, "S-stop!" Right when Fluttershy stopped, Silver Spoon realized she talked. "S... sorry". "It's alright, Silver Spoon", Fluttershy said, "You can talk now. That's your reward for soiling yourself". Silver Spoon nodded. "Now, let's get you changed". "Mommy", Scootaloo called from the playpen, "I pooped myself too". Fluttershy smiled. "Alright", she said, "Let's get you both changed". Soon, Fluttershy had changed both Scootaloo and Silver Spoon and put them back in their pajamas. "All right. Time for babies to go night-night. They have school tomorrow". Both fillies nodded. "Would you two like to sleep in the crib or on the mat?" "Crib, please", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy picked up Scootaloo and placed her in the large crib. "Uh... I'll take the crib too", Silver Spoon said. Fluttershy picked her up and placed her in the crib next to Scootaloo. She then covered them up with the yellow foal blanket and fluffed their pillows a little. "Goodnight, little foals", she said, walking out of the nursery and turning off the light, leaving the door cracked open a little. Before falling asleep, the two diapered fillies talked to each other. "So", Scootaloo said, "Did you like acting like a foal?" "Like it?", Silver Spoon asked, "I love it! No wonder you like this!" "I told you", Scootaloo said. "But", Silver Spoon said, "I'm gonna have to get used to pooping in a diaper. Still seems a little gross". "You'll get over it", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon smiled and cuddled Scootaloo, kissing her as well. "Night, Silver Spoon". "Night, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said. The two fell asleep. ~~~~~~~~~~ The next morning, Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were having a breakfast of cinnamon rolls and chocolate milk before they had to get ready for school, both in messy diapers. Silver Spoon was wearing one to try and get used to the feeling, while Scootaloo was wearing one to make Silver Spoon feel a little more comfortable with it. "I'm ready to get this day over with", Scootaloo said. "Why?", Silver Spoon asked, shifting in her diaper for the sixth time. "Because after school, Spitfire's gonna show me how to be a co-captain", Scootaloo said, sounding very excited. "Oh, OK", Silver Spoon said. "And I can't wait until I tell everyone at school that I'm a Wonderbolt now!", Scootaloo said. "Uh... Scoots", Silver Spoon said, "Not to shoot down your enthusiasm, but you know that nopony's gonna believe you unless you prove it, right?" "What's that mean?", Scootaloo said. "It means you have to prove it or they won't believe you", Silver Spoon said, "Think about it. You're eight. There's never been a Wonderbolt younger than sixteen. Plus, you just learned how to fly, so they're not gonna believe you can fly as good as a Wonderbolt. Lastly, no one in that class, not even Ms. Cherilee, will believe you met Spitfire or Soarin, who are two of the greatest Wonderbolts ever". "Wow", Scootaloo said, "Never thought of it that way". "I didn't think so", Silver Spoon said, "So unless you can prove it, nopony's gonna believe you". Scootaloo thought for a bit, then smiled. "I'll be back", she said, "Gotta make a call". Scootaloo went into the living room, picked up the house phone, and dialed Spitfire's number. It rang for a bit, then it clicked. "*groan* Hello?", Spitfire said at the other end of the line, having just been woken up. "Hey, Spitfire", Scootaloo said, "You awake?" "Well, I am now", Spitfire said, "What's up, Scootaloo?" "Well, I wanna tell my classmates that I'm the new co-captain of the Wonderbolts", Scootaloo said, "But I don't think they'll believe me. Can you come to my school around 12:00 today to help me prove it?" "*yawn* Actually", Spitfire, "I got something better". "What's is it?", Scootaloo asked. "As you know, your first day as co-captain starts today", Spitfire said, "How about I pick you up from school and then help you prove it?" "Sure!", Scootaloo said, "Should I go to school in my uniform?" "If you want to", Spitfire said, "It would beat the time of having to go get it". "OK", Scootaloo said, "So... how's having a new slave been so far?" "It's been great!", Spitfire said, "I haven't had to do anything myself so far. Oh, hey, hold on a sec. I'll put you on speaker". Spitfire did. "Hey slave, get in here!" Gale Storm walked in, wearing a maid costume. "Yes... Superior...?", she said, her teeth slightly clenched. "Scootaloo's on the phone", Spitfire said. She quickly scribbled down something on a piece of paper and gave it to Gale. "Read this". Gale scanned through it and looked back at Spitfire. "Really?", she said, "I rather not". "Then you would rather clean the bottom of the outhouses tonight?", Spitfire said, "Just to let you know, it's nacho night". Gale Storm growled. "I thought so. Now speak loudly. She's on speaker". Gale Storm rolled her eyes and read. "Hey, Scootaloo", Gale read, "It's Gale Storm. You know, the stupid idiot that got DQ'ed at the Battle of the Bolts?" Scootaloo giggled a little. "I'm now Spitfire's new slave for a year, and it's been the best time of my life, because Spitfire's the best Bolts captain in the whole wide world of Equestria and..." She stopped when she came to the last part. "I'm not reading this!" "Do it or you'll be cleaning the outhouses right now!", Spitfire said, "In fact, I got a huge dump I've been holding for a while, so you better wise up!" Gale growled loudly. "... and the Shadowbolts are no match for the Wonderbolts", she said, clenching her teeth as hard as she could, "Shadowbolt costumes look like yellow and purple turds and they can't fly worth a crap. Wonderbolts are the... greatest... flying team... ever to be formed... in... Equestria". Scootaloo laughed as hard as she could into the phone, making Spitfire laugh as well. "All right", Spitfire said to Gale, "Go make me some waffles. I'm starving". Gale rolled her eyes and walked off to the mess hall, while Spitfire turned her attention back to Scootaloo. "Anyway, see you at 3:00, Squirt". "You too, Spitfire", Scootaloo said, having just pulled herself together, "Bye". Hanging up the phone, she went back into the kitchen and sat back down next to Silver Spoon. "I did it!" "Did what?", Silver Spoon asked. "Spitfire's gonna pick me up from school today and help me prove I'm a Wonderbolt!", Scootaloo said, "I'm gonna go to school in my uniform and see how many ponies believe me, and then I'll go in for the kill at 3:00". "That actually sounds like a good idea, Scoots", Silver Spoon said, "Alright, just remember, you got me, Snips, and Snails, who already know you are. But, we have twenty-seven classmates, and one of them is Diamond Tiara". "I know I know", Scootaloo said, "I guess we'll just have to find out. So... how's the full diaper feeling so far?" "You know, it actually feels great now", Silver Spoon said, "This could be a regular thing. When we have sleepovers that is. I don't think Mom and Dad will approve of me pooping myself and acting like a baby". "Good thinking", Scootaloo said, "Alright, let's go get changed. Don't wanna go to school smelling like dirty diapers". Silver Spoon nodded and the two walked into the nursery to get changed. After getting changed and finishing their breakfast, Scootaloo and Silver Spoon got their saddlebags and started walking to school. On the way there, they were joined by Applebloom and Sweetie Belle, who had their stuff as well. "Hey, Scootaloo!", Sweetie Belle said. Scootaloo turned to face her friends. "Hey Applebloom. Hey Sweetie Belle", she said, "What's up?" "Ya were great at that competition yest'rday", Applebloom said. "You were there?", Scootaloo said. "Yeah!", Sweetie Belle said, "You won by disqualification. Better than a loss, right?" "Yep", Scootaloo said, "Spitfire's gonna pick me up from school today and help me prove that I'm a Wonderbolt". "Great", Applebloom said, "So, how'd ya learn how ta fly so fast?" "Spitfire taught me", Scootaloo said, "It was pretty easy". "Bet it's easier than performing magic", Sweetie Belle said, "I'm still trying to master levitation. I can barely keep my horn lit up". "I thought Twilight said you mastered it already", Silver Spoon said. "Yeah, I mastered how to levitate a broom", Sweetie Belle said, "I wanna master levitation for everything". "Oh, OK", Silver Spoon said. The fillies kept talking randomly until they reached the schoolhouse, sitting in their group at the same time Cherilee walked in and sat at her desk. "Good morning, my little ponies!", she said. "Morning, Ms. Cherilee", the class said. "I'm in a very good mood today", Cherilee said, "So I'm gonna share some of my good mood with you. Until after lunchtime, you're free to do anything you want". The class all became happy and did just that. "Scootaloo, would you please come here?" Scootaloo shrugged and walked over to Cherilee. "Follow me please". Cherilee walked out into the hallway, Scootaloo following. "What's up, Ms. Cherilee?", Scootaloo said. "Well", Cherilee said, "I was looking over your grades and you're doing very good". Scootaloo smiled. "However, you're failing reading right now because you flunked the test I gave you". "Oh...", Scootaloo said, "Well... I'm not really much of a reader". "I understand", Cherilee said, "Most fourth graders aren't good readers. But, if you would like, I could help you raise that grade. You don't want to show Fluttershy a report card with a D- on it, do you?" Scootaloo shook her head. "I didn't think so. Anyway, when lunchtime comes, stay in the classroom and we'll eat and read together, alright?" "Yes, Ms. Cherilee", Scootaloo said, "Oh, and why are you in such a good mood today?" Cherilee blushed and looked up and down the hallway to make sure she and Scootaloo were alone. "Big Macintosh and I decided to tie our knot", Cherilee said, showing Scootaloo her tail. At the root of where it was growing, there was a tail-ring, coated in solid, clear diamonds. Scootaloo smiled, knowing what that meant. "You're getting married?", Scootaloo said. "Yes!", Cherilee said, "He proposed to me yesterday at Heartstrings' Confectionery, and he gave me this tail-ring!" "Well, that's great, Ms. Cherilee", Scootaloo said. Cherilee smiled. "Alright, please take your seat", Cherilee said. Scootaloo nodded and walked back into the classroom, holding the door open for Cherilee. ~~~~~~~~~~ Soon, lunchtime came. The class grabbed their lunchboxes and ran outside. Scootaloo, however, ate her lunch at her desk in the classroom as she waited for Cherilee to come back, who had went to Heartstrings' Confectionery to grab herself some lunch. Scootaloo had just finished when Cherilee finally walked in and sat at her desk. "Sorry I'm a little late, Scootaloo", she said, "I had to stop at the bookstore and pick up a couple books for us to read". "That's OK, Ms. Cherilee", Scootaloo said. She then looked down at the bottom of her uniform. "Uh... Ms. Cherilee?" "Yes?", Cherilee said. "I'm a little wet", she said. Cherilee nodded and walked into the teacher's restroom, Scootaloo following. One change later, the two went back into the classroom. "Now, when I picked up these books", Cherilee said, "I chose first and second grade level ones. They may be a little easy for you, but they'll help your literature skills rise a little, OK?" Scootaloo nodded as Cherilee sat down at her desk. "So... where do I sit?", Scootaloo said. "In my lap, of course", Cherilee said, chuckling a little, "I won't bite". "Oh... OK", Scootaloo said, hopping into Cherilee's lap. "Alright", Cherilee said, "We'll begin with Itsy Bitsy Spider". Scootaloo smiled. "That's my favorite book", she said. Cherilee smiled and read the book along with Scootaloo. 2:57 PM... "Alright, my little ponies", Cherilee said, "We have three minutes left. So, would anypony like to share what they did over the weekend?" Scootaloo instantly raised her hoof. "Yes, Scootaloo?" "I learned how to fly and became the co-captain of the Wonderbolts!", Scootaloo said happily, flying up to the ceiling to prove her flying theory. "Load of crap!", Diamond Tiara shouted from the back, "There's no way they would allow a chicken who just learned how to fly to be the co-captain of one of the flying groups in Equestria!" "Well, how do you explain the uniform, Tiara?", Scootaloo said, "You know they don't sell Wonderbolt or Shadowbolt costumes unless it's around Nightmare Night". "That's a fake costume!", Diamond Tiara said, "You probably got that from the bit store! They sell everything!" "They do?", Teacher's Pet asked. "You're not a Wonderbolt!", Diamond Tiara said, "You're just a stupid chicken in a Wonderbolt uniform!" Right then, something flew right through the door, and landed in front of the whole class. Spitfire had arrived, smiling brightly. "It's Spitfire!", Peppermint Twist said. "The one and only", Spitfire said. Scootaloo smiled and stood next to her. "'Sup, Squirt?" Spitfire ruffled Scootaloo's mane. "So, my ears are ringing. Was somepony just talking badly about my new co-captain?" Everyone in the class instantly pointed to Diamond Tiara. Spitfire walked over to her and pressed her muzzle against Diamond's hard. Diamond Tiara started shivering and wished she could take back what she said. "Let this be a warning to you", Spitfire said, "When you pick on one of us Wonderbolts, you pick on all of us. If I hear that you've been picking on my co-captain again, things are gonna get real messy for you, understand?" "Y-yes... ma'am", Diamond Tiara forced herself to say. The bell rang at that point and the class and Cherilee all left out, including Diamond Tiara, who decided she didn't want any more of Spitfire at the moment. "Thanks, Spitfire!", Scootaloo said, hugging her captain. "No problem, kid", Spitfire said, returning the hug, "OK, let's get to Cloudsdale. Got a big check for 400 bits with your name on it waiting for you". Scootaloo smiled and Spitfire flew to Cloudsdale, Scootaloo following. Once they Pegasi got to Cloudsdale, Spitfire lead Scootaloo to her office and let her in. Gale Storm was sleeping on the floor, having collapsed from exhaustion from working so hard. But, Spitfire couldn't have cared less. "Hey!", Spitfire said, kicking Gale's back, waking her up, "I didn't tell you to sleep! Last time I checked, your bedtime was at midnight". "C'mon, Spitfire", Gale said, "Can't I-?" She was cut off when Spitfire slapped her right across her face, making her squeal in pain a little. "You call me 'Superior'!", Spitfire said, "You call me by my name again and see what happens!" Gale had to try everything in her power not to return the slap. "Can't I just have a break?", Gale asked, rubbing her tender face, "I've been working ever since last night". "You know damn well you would do the same thing to me if we had lost", Spitfire said, "You and your Shadowbolts have been taunting and dissing us Wonderbolts for six years, and it's payback time for us!" Gale sighed. "Yes, Sp-", Gale said, instantly cutting herself off, "Superior". "Good", Spitfire said, "Now get out. I wanna talk to my assistant". Gale nodded and walked out of the room. Spitfire then turned her attention back to Scootaloo. "Have a seat, kid". Scootaloo nodded and sat in one of the chairs in front of Spitfire's desk as Spitfire went into her mini-refrigerator under her desk. "Want a soda?" "Sure", Scootaloo said. Spitfire grabbed a can of soda from the refrigerator and tossed it to Scootaloo. After grabbing one for herself, she sat in front of her new assistant. "Alright, Squirt", she said, "I wanna warn you, being an assistant is a bit of work. For example, if I can't lead the rest of the team for the day, you have to". Scootaloo nodded. "But, I'll leave you an instruction paper for those days. Anyway, you and I will be sharing my office until we can get a room built for your's. You can get anything you want from my fridge, but if you want to leave the office and I'm not in here, hang that sign up on the door". "Yes, ma'am", Scootaloo said. "So", Spitfire said, "Come with me. I gotta introduce you in front of the others". Scootaloo nodded and followed Spitfire out of the office. ~~~~~~~~~~ After getting introduced to the rest of the Wonderbolts, Scootaloo was sitting next to Spitfire's desk, taking advantage of Gale, while Spitfire was stamping documents with her hoof. Gale was shining Scootaloo's hind hooves as Scootaloo sat in one of the office chairs. "God, your hooves smell like fish", Gale mumbled under her breath, furiously scrubbing Scootaloo's hooves. "And so does your breath", Scootaloo said, "But you don't hear me complaining. It's not my fault you didn't beat us at the competition". "Actually, we did!", Gale said, starting to yell at her, "And if you weren't such a friggin' snitch, Spitfire would be at MY academy dressed like this!" Something hit Gale in the back of the head, making her squeal a bit. She looked down and saw it was small stapler. "Anything you say to my co-captain, you say to me", Spitfire said, "So you better watch your tone, Gale". Gale mumbled under her breath again and went back to shining. "That's enough", Scootaloo said after five minutes, "Thanks". Gale sighed and looked at Spitfire. "Anything else... Superior?", she said. "Uh... I don't see anything else that needs to be done", Spitfire said. "My diaper is wet", Scootaloo said as Spitfire smiled. "Never mind", she said, "Change her". Gale growled and changed Scootaloo out of her wet diaper. Right then, the phone rang and Spitfire picked it up. "Hello?", she said. "Spitfire?", Fluttershy said, "May I speak to Scootaloo please?" "Sure", Spitfire said, "Scoots, phone for ya". Scootaloo stood up and took the phone. "Hello?", she said. "Hello, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "Is everything OK?" "Yes, Mommy", Scootaloo said. "Well, I've got some good news and bad news", Fluttershy said. "What's the bad news?", Scootaloo asked. "Silver Spoon was hospitalized two hours ago", Fluttershy said, "She went into anaphylactic shock after accidentally eating too much peanut butter". "What?!", Scootaloo said, sounding surprised and scared, "Why did she eat peanut butter?! She has food allergies!" "I don't know, Sweetie", Fluttershy said, "But, the good news is that she's OK, now". "Can I go see her?!", Scootaloo asked. "Yes", Fluttershy said, "Just be careful, alright?" "OK", Scootaloo said, quickly hanging up the phone. She then turned to face Spitfire. "Spitfire! Can I go to the hospital, please? My fillyfriend is sick!" "Sure", Spitfire said, "As long as you come back in an hour". "OK", Scootaloo said. "Fillyfriend?", Gale asked, washing her hooves the seventh time, "You're a lesbian?" Scootaloo looked at Gale and was about to speak, but Spitfire beat her to it. "Yes, she is", she said, "And she's proud of it. But don't worry, Gale. It's not like you'll ever get what she has". "I've got a husband, Spitfire!", Gale screamed. By the time she realized she forgot to say "Superior", it was too late, and a full soda-can hit her right in her muzzle, making her scream and fall to the ground. "I'll give you the rest of the day off, Scootaloo", Spitfire said, "Things might get a little hardcore after I'm done with Gale here". She grabbed a blank check and scribbled down what she needed to, signing it afterwards. "Here's your payment, kid". Scootaloo smiled, took the check, and flew to Ponyville Hospital. After getting there, she instantly ran inside and up to the front desk, where Dr. Hooves was. He looked up and saw the filly, smiling. "Good afternoon, Scootaloo", he said. "Dr. Hooves!", Scootaloo said, "Is Silver Spoon here? I really need to see her!" "She is", Dr. Hooves said, "But visiting hours have ended. You'll have to come back tomorrow ". "But I need to see her now!", Scootaloo desperately pleaded, "She's my fillyfriend!" "I'm sorry, Scootaloo", Dr. Hooves said, "But rules are the rules. You may see her tomorrow". "Please, Dr. Hooves?", Scootaloo said, "Please?" She shot, Dr. Hooves with her signature puppy-dog eyes, hoping they would work. Dr. Hooves sighed and walk around the desk. "Alright", he said, "But if any nurses ask, you were already here, alright?" She happily nodded and followed him to the room Silver Spoon was in. Once they got to the door, Dr. Hooves quickly walked off and Scootaloo knocked loudly. "*groan*... come in...", Silver Spoon weakly said from the inside. Scootaloo opened the door and saw Silver Spoon laying in the hospital bed, a large metal bucket next to her. "Silver Spoon?", Scootaloo said. Silver Spoon slowly turned her head to face Scootaloo. "Scoots?", she said, smiling slowly. Scootaloo smiled and kissed her, instantly pulling away. "Blah!", she said, spitting loudly, "Your breath tastes like barf!" "S-sorry", Silver Spoon said, "It's... a side effect of... getting your stomach pumped". After Scootaloo got the taste out of her mouth, she faced Silver Spoon again. "So, Mommy told me you ate peanut butter", she said, "Why? Peanuts can kill you!" "I know, Scootaloo", Silver Spoon said, "It was Diamond Tiara". Scootaloo cringed at that name. "What?", she said. "Diamond Tiara is the reason I'm laying in this hospital bed", Silver Spoon said, "She... hold on. *retch*" She quickly grabbed her bucket and puked loudly into it. Scootaloo had to fight her stomach's urge to do the same. "Eww!", she said loudly. Silver Spoon recovered from her vomiting and wiped a bit of bile from her lip. "S-sorry...", she said, taking a long sip of her water, "Like I was saying, Diamond Tiara told me her dad's birthday was today, and brought me a huge piece of chocolate cake. I didn't want to trust it, but I couldn't help myself, 'cuz I love chocolate. What I didn't know is that she filled it with peanut butter and covered the flavor with sprinkles. My whole face swelled up and I got a pretty bad rash". "So they pumped your stomach?", Scootaloo asked. "Yeah... *retch*", Silver Spoon said, before sending another helping of vomit into the bucket, Scootaloo shielding her eyes. After finishing and another drink of her water, Silver Spoon finished. "But, even though the rash and swelling is gone. my stomach hurts and I can't stop puking. I'm just lucky I don't have diarrhea or something". "Yeah", Scootaloo said. Both fillies giggled and Silver Spoon blew her nose. "Uh, Scoots?", she said, "You remember how you still owe me from when I changed your messy diaper while you were in here?" Scootaloo nodded. "Well, can you repay me and dump my bucket in the commode in there?" "Uh... sure...", Scootaloo reluctantly said. After dumping the bucket and returning, Scootaloo sat down on the bed next to her sick fillyfriend. Silver Spoon moved a little closer and rested her head on the front of Scootaloo's diaper. "So", she said, fighting the urge to puke again, "How was your time with Spitfire?" "It was good", Scootaloo said, "Spitfire let me have the rest of the day off after I found out you were in here". Silver Spoon blushed with a bit of flattery. "Scoots", she said, "I need you to do me a very large favor". "What?", Scootaloo said. "I need you to get Diamond Tiara back for me", Silver Spoon said, "I'm gonna be in here for a while". "Get her back?", Scootaloo asked, "How?" "The same way she did me", Silver Spoon said, "Remember when I ate all that pie and you-know-what happened?" Scootaloo nodded. "That's what I want you to do and-" "But that would be like a prank", Scootaloo said, "Diamond Tiara almost killed you". "If you would have let me finish what I had to say", Silver Spoon said, "Maybe it would have sounded better". She grabbed a small bottle of medicine and gave it to Scootaloo. "What's this?", Scootaloo asked. "This is the strongest liquid laxative Equestria makes", Silver Spoon said, "They had to give it to me to help me pass that peanut butter. Just one teaspoon makes you go like I did after all of that pie, so imagine what this whole bottle could do". Scootaloo smiled evilly. "I think I see what you're getting at", she said. "Exactly", Silver Spoon said, "Now, you know she isn't easy to fool, so you'll have to trick her somehow". Scootaloo nodded. "And, once she's on the pot suffering, take my cellphone and record all the sounds you hear so I can have some dirt on her". Silver Spoon gave Scootaloo her pink cellphone. "Good luck, Scoots". "Thanks, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, kissing Silver Spoon's cheek. She got up and before walking out of the room, she winked at her fillyfriend and left. After looking around Ponyville for Diamond Tiara, Scootaloo finally found her at Ponyville Lake, throwing small stones into the water. Scootaloo began to get very excited and hid the laxative and cellphone in her Wonderbolts Uniform. "Diamond Tiara", she said. Diamond Tiara looked back at Scootaloo. "What do you want, chicken?", she rudely said. "Hey", Scootaloo said, "That's kinda mean to say to a filly who wants to treat you to some pie at Sugarcube Corner". "Treat me to pie?", Diamond Tiara said, "Why?" "Cuz I just want to pay you back from what happened with you and Spitfire", Scootaloo lied, "Plus..." She thought about another lie to reel in her bait. "I might let you meet Princess Celestia if you come with me". Diamond Tiara smiled. "Jeez, Scootaloo", she said, "Don't know what's gotten into you, but sure". Scootaloo smiled and lead Diamond Tiara to Sugarcube Corner. It wasn't after-hours, but since she had just been paid, it didn't make her worry. They walked in and sat at a table until Pinkie Pie came over to them. "Hi Scootaloo! Hi Diamond!", she said, her usual smile glued to her face, "What can I get for you?" "We'll take five whole pies", Scootaloo said, "Chocolate, please". "That's a lot of pie for two fillies", Pinkie said, "But OK. Twenty-seven bits, please". Scootaloo gave Pinkie her check. "Okie Dokey Lokie! I'll have your change once I come back!" Pinkie dashed off as Diamond Tiara looked at Scootaloo. "So... why?", she said. "Why what?", Scootaloo asked. "Why'd you want me to come here with you?", Diamond Tiara asked. "Because I was thinking", Scootaloo lied again, "You and I should put this rivalry behind us". "Yeah right!", Diamond Tiara said, "You're up to something, and I just know it!" "Tiara, I'm treating you to pie at Sugarcube Corner with MY payment", Scootaloo said, "Why would I be up to something? You think I'm gonna sneak laxative into your pie or something?" "But after all I've done to you?", Diamond Tiara asked, "And you're just giving me pie? You really want us to be friends?" "I didn't say 'friends'", Scootaloo said, "I'm just saying we could be on the same page from now on". "Well...", Diamond Tiara said, "You let me meet Princess Celestia, and maybe, I'll stop bullying you, for good". Scootaloo smiled as Pinkie came back with the pies and Scootaloo's change. "Here ya go!", she said, setting the pies on the table and giving Scootaloo a medium-sized beige bag, full of bits. "I'll be back", Diamond Tiara said, "Gotta wash my hooves first". Scootaloo nodded as Diamond Tiara walked off. Quickly, Scootaloo took her fork and poked a small hole in all of the pies but the two for herself and poured and even amount of the liquid in them, ditching the bottle afterwards. She cackled lightly and waited for her to come back. Once Diamond Tiara came back, she began eating, as did Scootaloo. "This pie is good!", Diamond Tiara said, finishing the first one, "It's like there's an extra ingredient in it!" "There sure is", Scootaloo mumbled, trying hard not to laugh as she swallowed her pie. Soon, it finally happened. Scootaloo could her a loud rumble as Diamond Tiara held her stomach and groaned loudly, a loud blast of gas escaping her as well. "Excuse *groan* me!", Diamond Tiara said, passing wind again. "You OK, Tiara?", Scootaloo said, chuckling. Diamond Tiara ran into the bathroom, leaving clouds of smelly gas behind her. It had spread throughout the restaurant at that point, making all the other customers hold their hooves over their muzzles. Scootaloo quickly ran into the bathroom, grabbed Silver Spoon's phone, and started the sound recorder. "Ugh... *Bllllaaaarrrp!* What's wrong with me? *Burp!*", Diamond Tiara said as she sat in the stall. "Tiara, I have to admit", she said, "You're one giant sucker". "Wh... What? *pfff!*", Diamond Tiara said. "You wanna know why you're in there right now?", Scootaloo said, pulling out the empty laxative bottle and rolling it under the stall door. Diamond Tiara looked at it. "Laxative?!", she said, "Did you *Faaaaarrrrrtttt!* set me up?!" "Maybe", Scootaloo said, "I don't care about this rivalry, much less about you. I know what you did to Silver Spoon!" "So what?!", Diamond Tiara said, "She got what she *ugh!* deserved after what she did to me!" "You almost killed her, you spoiled brat!", Scootaloo said, "She has food allergies and you fed her peanut butter! So that's what I snuck Equestria's strongest laxative in your pie! And, I'm recording you right now on Silver Spoon's phone!" "What?!", Diamond Tiara said. "Yep", Scootaloo said. "You stupid chicken!", Diamond Tiara said, "When I get outta here, I'm gonna-!" Diamond Tiara stopped, feeling a certain build-up below. "Oh no!" After a very loud grunt... *BLLLLLLLAAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRPPPPPPPPPTTTTTTTTTT!!!!!!!* *FFFFFFAAAAAAARRRRTTT!* *splash* *splash* *Pffft* *Pfft* *sploosh* *toot* Scootaloo laughed really hard and fell over onto her back on the floor. Diamond Tiara was crying from pain and embarrassment, knowing she was being recorded. Scootaloo pulled herself together and stopped recording, saving the sound recording and putting the phone back into her uniform. She decided she had recorded enough, so she left the restaurant after thanking Pinkie for the pie. ~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo and Silver Spoon were sitting together on the hospital bed, laughing over and over at the recording Scootaloo had gotten. "Sc-Scoots!", Silver Spoon said through several chuckles, "I-I can't believe y-you did this!" She finally turned off her phone and set it on the nightstand. "I told you, Silver Spoon", Scootaloo said, "I would get your revenge". Silver Spoon yawned loudly, took off her glasses, and set them next to her phone. "Nap time", she said. "OK", Scootaloo said, "See you later, Silver Spoon". "You too, Scoots", Silver Spoon said. Scootaloo kissed Silver Spoon's cheek and left the room as Silver Spoon slowly dosed off. After getting outside, Scootaloo started to walk home. On the way there, she saw Dark Cloud at the flower shop, picking a couple of petunias for his now-clean house. "Daddy!", she said, running over to him. Dark Cloud smiled and caught the filly, lifting her and hugging her. "Hey, Scootasweets", he said, kissing Scootaloo's cheek, "I was just about to go get you". "Why?", Scootaloo asked. "Because the house is finally clean", Dark Cloud said, "I was wondering if you wanted to stay with me tonight". Scootaloo smiled. "Sure!", she said, "But, shouldn't I ask Mommy first?" "I already asked Fluttershy", Dark Cloud said, "She approved". Scootaloo smiled. "OK, Daddy", she said, jumping on her father's back. Dark Cloud smiled and carried Scootaloo to his house. "So, Daddy". "Yes, Scootasweets?", Dark Cloud asked. "What happened that made you get out of prison?", Scootaloo asked, "Did your sentence end?" "No", Dark Cloud said, "I'll tell you everything". Two months ago, after the imprisonment of Light Cloud and Flutterheart... Dark Cloud sat on the cold, hard cement block that consisted of his prison-bed, weeping to himself. Princess Celestia's Castle may have been great, but her dungeon wasn't. Getting sent to the dungeon was basically getting sent to Tartarus. No beds, no delicious food, and no freedom. Dark Cloud grabbed a stick of chalk and wrote a small tally mark on the wall to add on to the hundreds of other ones. He had no idea when his sentence was going to end. But, being locked up wasn't the worst part. The worst was he had a little filly he hadn't seen for three years, and she was living with her abusive mother, who nearly tried to kill her. His sentence wasn't to end for five more years, and he was afraid his daughter wasn't going to survive before her got out. "Cloud!", one of Celestia's Pegasus Royal Guards called to him. Dark Cloud looked up at him. "What do you want?", he said. "Princess Celestia would like to have a word with you", the guard said, making Dark Cloud gulp a little, "Follow me". He unlocked Dark Cloud's cell and allowed him out, placing hoofcuffs on his hooves just in case. After walking upstairs to the courtroom, Dark Cloud saw Celestia standing next to a mare and stallion, changed to a wall. "Good morning, Mr. Cloud", Celestia said. "Princess...", Dark Cloud said. "Don't worry, I have no intention of harming or punishing you", Celestia said, "I just have a question for you. Do you recognize either of these two?" Dark Cloud looked at the chained ponies, nearly catching fire at the mare. "You!", he said, leaping at the mare. Things would have gotten pretty messy if Celestia hadn't pulled him away with her magic. "Calm down, Mr. Cloud", she said, "These two were caught trying to kill two Pegasi, and were arrested. They were stabbed in their necks, but their tracheas were missed. I'm getting ready to incarcerate them, but first, tell me, what do you know about them?" "I don't know anything about him", Dark Cloud said, "But I know her! That's my wife, and she tried to kill my daughter, and faked my attempted murder case! I didn't try to kill her, I swear!" "Well, we now have proof that she was the real suspect", Celestia said, "For that, your sentence is hereby terminated". "What are you saying, Princess?", Dark Cloud asked. "You're free to go, Mr. Cloud", Celestia said, using her magic to remove the hoofcuffs, "My guards will give you a carriage ride back to Ponyville". Dark Cloud couldn't believe what he was hearing. He was being set free, several years before he was supposed to be. He was standing outside of his cell without any hoofcuffs on, and was getting a ride back to his home. "Th-thank you so much, Princess!", he said, "Thank you!" He knelt down and repeatedly kissed Celestia's front hoof, too thankful to even think at that point. Celestia waited for him to pull himself together before pulling her hoof away. "Have a good ride back home", she said. "Wow!", Scootaloo said, "You were probably crazy happy after she said that!" "Of course I was", Dark Cloud said, "But I was even happier to get to see my little filly again". Scootaloo blushed as they finally reached Dark Cloud's house. Once they entered, Scootaloo saw a very familiar griffon sitting at the table, eating a cheese plate. "Gilda?", she asked. "That's my name", Gilda said, "Don't wear it out". Scootaloo looked at her father. "Daddy, why's Gilda here?", she asked. Dark Cloud smiled. "I forgot to tell you", he said, "Growing up in Cloudsdale, Gilda and I were interested in each other. But, after I found Light, I friendzoned her, and it's been that way for ten years. But now that Light's out of my life for good, I'm letting Gilda fill her void". "You mean...", Scootaloo said. "Yes", Dark Cloud said, "Scootaloo, Gilda is your new stepmother".
Scootaloo, Fluttershy, and AngelScootaloo was in the kitchen, doing the dishes. It was 5:00 in the morning and not even a single ray of sun was shining. She wasn't doing them on purpose, either. She was doing them because her mother, Light Cloud, was making her do it. Her mother was at work, but still made her do them. Scootaloo would do the dishes before she went to bed, then would get woken up by her mother to do them again. The reason was, Light Cloud would make herself some breakfast, then put her dishes in the sink and then wake Scootaloo up to do the dishes. She would wake Scootaloo up once with her yelling, then if she needed to wake her a second time, she would grab a cable. You finish the puzzle Scootaloo finally finished the dishes, but then sat down in a chair at the kitchen table. She looked at the clock. 5:30.The Sun was going to come up in thirty minutes. Instead of going back to sleep, she prayed to Celestia. She prayed that her mother would stop treating her like garbage and love her. That her father, Dark Cloud, would come back and take her with him. All she wanted was to be loved. She cried into her hooves loudly, not even caring about how loud she was. She never had anything to love. She used to have a pet. It was a dog. She named him Sledge. Sledge was a seven year old golden retriever. Sledge was a birthday present from Dark Cloud. Talk about true friends. She and Sledge were love at first sight. Scootaloo always fed him, played with him, and even housebroke him herself. It was like Sledge was her brother. But after her father's death, Light Cloud gave Sledge away. Scootaloo was very torn up about that. Scootaloo was then blinded by a light. She looked out the window. The Sun was up. It was Saturday. Some fillies would think a Saturday was a good day, but to Scootaloo, it was just more time to spend with her mother, doing chores and taking blows. Scootaloo really didn't want to stay with Light Cloud, but she knew if she left, she would eventually be found and abused. Her stomach growled loudly. She wanted some breakfast. She went over to the refrigerator and opened it. Her mouth watered at the sight of many sweets in there she wasn't allowed to touch. The fridge was full of gelatin, pudding, chocolate, even cheesecake, which was her favorite food. She tried to resist, but the urge was too strong. She took out a chocolate chip cheesecake. She grabbed a knife and cut herself a very tiny piece. After washing the knife and putting the rest of the cheesecake back in the fridge, she ate the piece of cheesecake. She sighed at the very sweet flavor. She knew this was probably going to be her only chance of getting even close to another piece. However, that's when the front door opened. It was her mother. Light Cloud stared at Scootaloo with anger. "What are you doing in my kitchen?!", she said. Scootaloo started to shake. "N-nothing, Mom", she said. Light Cloud raised her eyebrow. "Really? Well, why is the fridge open? And why do you have something around your mouth?" Scootaloo noticed the sweet cream cheese still around her mouth. "I... I..." "You were in my cheesecake, weren't you?!" Light Cloud grabbed a spatula and pounced at Scootaloo. Holding her down, she brought the spatula over and over to Scootaloo's flank. Scootaloo cried in pain. "I'm sorry I'm sorry!!" "Shut up!" The beating continued for a while, then stopped. Scootaloo was still crying from the pain. It even hurt to sit down. Her flank was even bleeding lightly. Scootaloo couldn't take anymore of this. The second Light Cloud turned around, Scootaloo ran out the front door. The last thing she heard was, "SCOOTALOO!!!!!!!". Scootaloo ran for her life, not even daring to look back. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Scootaloo, after running for a while, hid in an alley, hoping she wasn't followed. She didn't even think her mother cared. Scootaloo might have escaped, but she didn't know what to do. She couldn't fly, and she knew she couldn't afford a train ticket. Scootaloo hid in the alley for a bit. After about twenty minutes she knew she was safe. Scootaloo walked out of the alley. Right then, she stepped on something hard. She looked down, seeing a bit. She smiled and pick the coin up. Putting it in her mane, she walked away. She needed somewhere to go. That's when she come across a very familiar place. It was Fluttershy's Cottage. She smiled. Fluttershy was the kindest pony Scootaloo knew. Scootaloo wanted to go into her cottage, but she didn't know if she should. Fluttershy could be asleep, or not wanted to be disturbed. Scootaloo knew this. However, she then got into paranoid that her mother was looking for her. She decided to go. She walked past the gate carefully, not wanting to step on the grass and crush it. Eventually, she made it past the plants and to the house. She was about to knock, but recoiled from it. Should she really do this? She knew that if she told Fluttershy why she was there, she probably wouldn't be able to take it well. That's when a very delicious smell passed her muzzle, making her mouth water heavily. Fluttershy definitely wasn't asleep. She was cooking breakfast. The smell was wonderful. So wonderful, Scootaloo decided to go in. She knocked on the door. About thirty seconds later, Fluttershy's bunny, Angel, opened the door. "Hey, Angel", Scootaloo said, "Is Fluttershy around?" "Yeah", he said, "She's in the kitchen". Scootaloo raised her eyebrow. "You can talk?!" "Yes. Twilight Sparkle gave me the ability of speech for my birthday". "Oh. Well, happy belated birthday, Angel. So, can I go see Fluttershy?". "Thanks, Scootaloo. And yeah. Go ahead". He pushed the door open some more so Scootaloo could enter. Scootaloo walked into the house and into the kitchen. Sure enough, Fluttershy was in there, cooking breakfast. Fluttershy looked at Scootaloo and smiled. "Good morning, Scootaloo!", she said. "Morning, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said. "What brings you here?" "Well, I was wondering if I could join you and Angel for breakfast". "Sure. I don't mind. Do you mind, Angel Bunny?" "Nope", Angel said, "It's been a while since we've had guests over, anyway". "Then it's settled!", Fluttershy said, "Breakfast is almost ready. Scootaloo, you could sit down at the table or on the couch in the living room if you like". "OK", Scootaloo said, "Thanks, Fluttershy!" Scootaloo walked into the living room and sat down easily. Her flank was still hurting from the spatula. She rested her back against the back of the couch and sighed. The comfortable couch felt good. She wasn't allowed to sit in any of the couches at her own house, and her mother had seven of them. Scootaloo just relaxed and watched the other animals in the living room play, chirp, and do what they usually do. She didn't mind. In fact, she liked the presence of the other animals. She felt welcome. At that point, Angel came hopping in with a chess game. He sat down on his beanbag that was next to the coffee table. "Hey, Scootaloo", he said, "I figured you might be a little bored, so I got something to entertain you with. Do you know how to play chess?" "Yeah", Scootaloo said. "Well, I'm challenging you to a game right now!" "You're on!" Five minutes later... "Checkmate!", Scootaloo yelled. Angel examined the board. Sure enough, Scootaloo won. Angel then had an evil grin on his face. "Hey, look over there!", he said. Scootaloo looked behind her, then turned back around. "I don't see anyth-". She noticed the game pieces scattered on the board and some on the floor. She looked at Angel with a raised eyebrow. "Did you mess the game up?" "It wasn't me", Angel said, "It was an earthquake". Scootaloo chuckled lightly. "Very funny, Angel". "Scootaloo, Angel", Fluttershy called from the kitchen, "Breakfast is ready". Scootaloo and Angel went into the kitchen. Fluttershy was setting the kitchen table. "You may sit". Scootaloo sat in a chair that was thankfully cushioned, and Angel hopped onto the table. Angel ate on the table because he wasn't tall enough to reach the table from a chair. Fluttershy gave Angel his favorite salad. She then gave Scootaloo some breakfast. Scootaloo's mouth watered. Her plate contained two large chocolate chip pancakes, scrambled eggs, and a small pile of hay bacon. After getting a glass of orange juice from Fluttershy, Scootaloo began eating. The three ate silently, then Angel started a conversation. "So, Scootaloo", he said, "How have you been doing?" "Fine", Scootaloo said. "School going OK?", Fluttershy asked. "Yes". "Good". "Hey, Angel", Scootaloo said. "Yes?", Angel said. "How come you wanted to be able to speak?" "Well, as you know, bunnies don't really make noise, and Fluttershy couldn't really understand what I was trying to say. So that was my birthday wish". "Oh. Cool". "Oh, and there's one more thing I want to tell you, since you're a friend of Fluttershy's". "What is it?", Scootaloo said. Angel blushed lightly. "Me and Fluttershy are dating", he said. Scootaloo nearly choked on her orange juice after hearing this. "Really?!" "Yes", Fluttershy said, "He said he loved me and we started a relationship". Scootaloo smiled. "Well, congratulations you two!" She rubbed Angel's head, making his left hind leg stamp on the table. "Thanks for that", he said after receiving his massage. The three soon finished their breakfast and got up from the table. "That was a wonderful breakfast", Fluttershy said, "Scootaloo, you can stay for a little longer if you like, or you can leave". "Can I stay for a little longer?", Scootaloo asked. "You may. Angel has a 'bunny cave' (man cave) in the attic. You can spend some time up there if he doesn't mind". "I don't", Angel said, "I was about to go up there myself. Follow me". Angel hopped down the hallway and Scootaloo followed. On the way there, Scootaloo noticed a door the had a lock-pad on it. "Hey, Angel", she said. Angel stopped hopping and looked at Scootaloo. "What's up?", he said. "I was just wondering why this door has a lock-pad on it. Is it private?" "Well, yes. It's very private, but since you're a friend, I'll tell you. That's a nursery". "Well, why would a nursery have to be private? It's just a room for a foal". "Well, Fluttershy is an infantalist. She likes to act like a foal". "Really?" "Yes, so that nursery contains adult foal stuff. She only uses it when she's alone or with me". "Oh. That explains it". "You didn't hear this from me, OK?" "OK". The two walked past the nursery and went up into the bunny cave. Fifteen hours later... Angel and Scootaloo spent a full fifteen hours in the cave, played video games and having refreshments. No wonder that room was in the attic. After a while, Scootaloo decided to leave and so did Angel. The went back down into the living room. Fluttershy was sitting in the couch reading a book. She put her book down and smiled. "Did you have fun?", she asked Scootaloo. "Yeah!", Scootaloo said. "OK, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "You may want to head back home now. Your parents may be worried sick about you". "Can I please stay for a little longer? Please?" "OK, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "A little longer". Scootaloo smiled and hugged Fluttershy. "Thanks, Fluttershy", she said. "Your very welcome, Scootaloo". They hugged for a while, but then, Angel noticed something.. "Umm... Scootaloo", he said, "What is that?" He was pointing to her flank. Scootaloo's eyes went big. "Uh... What is what?" "What is that?" He hopped over to her and raised her tail, exposing the huge bruise and and small cut on her flank. Fluttershy noticed this, too. Scootaloo was very desperate to decide a lie. "Uh... Scooter accident. I ran into a gate". "Scootaloo", Angel said, "I know you're lying. Plus, I fell off of a cliff and didn't get a bruise that big. What really happened?" "Yes", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo knew she was in a tight spot. Tears formed in her eyes and she buried her face in Fluttershy's coat. Both Angel and Fluttershy hugged her. "Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "You can tell us. It's OK". Scootaloo looked at Fluttershy, then at Angel. "You really want to know?", she said. "Yeah, Scootaloo", Angel said. "Yes", Fluttershy said, "The truth". Scootaloo took a deep breath. "I... I'm being abused!". Both Angel and Fluttershy gasped. "By who?!", Angel said. "M-my mom". Scootaloo began to cry loudly into Fluttershy's coat. Fluttershy rubbed the filly's back. "Scootaloo", she said, "Please. Can you tell me why?". "She does it for no reason. She blames me for my daddy's death. She has treated me like that ever since her died. I've been getting abused for three years. Daddy loved me! He even got me a dog. But after Daddy died, Mom gave him away! The reason I came here was for two reasons: I was hungry and because I didn't want to stay with her! I haven't eaten in like a week. That is, until you gave me breakfast. The cut and bruise on my flank was from when she beat me with a spatula.I wanted to just spend time with somepony else!". She was completely heartbroken and cried loudly into Fluttershy's coat. Fluttershy rubbed her back, calming her down a little. "Shh... It's OK, Sweetie. You're safe with me", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo smiled. "Umm... Fluttershy? Angel?", she said. "Yes?", they both said. Can I stay the night with you?" "Well", Fluttershy said, "I don't know if there's enough room". "She could sleep with you, Fluttershy", Angel said, "I'll just sleep on the couch". "Are you sure, Angel Bunny?" "Yeah". "OK". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Angel was asleep on the couch and Scootaloo and Fluttershy were having cookies and milk before bed and chatting among themselves. After their snack, they went up to Fluttershy's room. "Scootaloo?", Fluttershy said. "Yes, Fluttershy?", Scootaloo said, her voice sounding very groggy. "It may get a little chilly over night. Do you wanna borrow some pajamas?" Scootaloo simply nodded. She really wanted to have a good night sleep. Fluttershy went over to her closet and pulled out a robe. She put it on Scootaloo. It was pretty big. "Oh... don't worry. We'll get you one tomorrow". She laid down on the bed and Scootaloo laid down next to her. "Umm... Fluttershy?", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Scootaloo?", Fluttershy said. "Can I... cuddle with you?", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy smiled and nodded. Scootaloo moved close to Fluttershy and snuggled into her coat. Fluttershy draped her wing around Scootaloo like a blanket and then pulled the real blanket over Scootaloo and herself. Scootaloo was warm and safe, but she didn't think she could sleep. "Fluttershy? Can you... sing to me?". "You mean you want me to sing you a lullaby?" "Yes, please". Fluttershy smiled and began singing "Hush Now, Quiet Now" in a soft voice. Scootaloo could feel her heart fluttering at her beautiful voice. Scootaloo snuggled into Fluttershy's coat. "I love you, Fluttershy", she said before falling asleep. Fluttershy was shocked. Scootaloo said she loved her. She was flattered. She cuddled Scootaloo. "I love you too, Scootaloo", she said. She fell asleep with a smile on her face.
A Full Day at a New Home/The Return of a Family Member5:00 AM... Fluttershy was awakened when she heard crying. She opened her eyes and saw Scootaloo squirming heavily under her wing. She was having a nightmare. Scootaloo was squirming, crying and whimpering loudly while she was trying to sleep. Fluttershy noticed this and immediately woke Scootaloo up. "Scootaloo! Scootaloo", she said. Scootaloo woke up with a shrill scream and heavy breathing. She looked up, seeing Fluttershy with look of concern. Scootaloo hugged Fluttershy and cried into her coat. "Don't cry, Scootaloo. You're safe". "Fl-Fluttershy", Scootaloo said, her voice at a stutter from all of the crying, "I'm sc-scared". "It's OK, Scootaloo. You just had a nightmare". Fluttershy rubbed Scootaloo's back. Scootaloo was very terrified. She had frequent nightmares ever since she was abused. At that point, Angel came upstairs and hopped into the room. "What happened?!", he said, "I heard a scream". "Everything's fine, Angel Bunny", Fluttershy said, "Scootaloo just had a nightmare". "Oh. Is she OK?" "She's scared". Angel hopped onto the bed and joined the hug, also rubbing Scootaloo's back. "Scootaloo?", Angel said. Scootaloo looked at Angel. "Y-yes, Angel?", Scootaloo said. Her eyes were red and still pouring with tears. "Are you OK?" "I'm fine, Angel". "Let me guess. You had a nightmare about your mom, didn't you?" "Y-yes". "I should have known". "Angel Bunny", Fluttershy said, "Could you go get some tissues for Scootaloo, please?" "Sure". Angel hopped into the bathroom and soon came back with a box of tissues. Scootaloo grabbed one and wiped the tears and snot from her face. "Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "How long have you been having nightmares?" "Ever since Mom started abusing me. Three years". "That seems serious". "Yeah. The only time one of my nightmares was fixed was when Princess Luna helped me when I was camping with Rainbow Dash". "You must be really scared of her", Angel said. "I am", Scootaloo said. "I have to go to the bathroom", Angel said, "I'll be right back". He hopped only once and hopped into a wet spot. He immediately hopped out. "Uh... Scootaloo. I think you did more that just had a nightmare". He pointed to the yellow wet spot on the white sheet. Scootaloo knew what it was. Aside from having nightmares, she was also a bed-wetter. Scootaloo got embarrassed and buried her face back into Fluttershy's coat. "Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "Did you have an accident?" Scootaloo nodded. The bottom of her robe was soaked and so was the sheet. "Sweetie, it's OK. It was just an accident. So, you're a... bed-wetter... too?" "Y-yes. I have uncontrollable accidents". "You mean", Angel said, "you can't control your bladder?" "Yes. It happens when I'm scared or I get hurt". "You have too many problems when you live with you Mom", Angel said, "You need to live with us". "Angel Bunny", Fluttershy said, "I know you want her to live with us, but I don't know if we should". "Why not? You know we've both wanted a foal". "You have?", Scootaloo said. "Yes, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "Angel and I want a foal, but there are a lot a flaws with that. You know how foals are made, right?" Scootaloo nodded. "And you know where they come from, right?" Scootaloo nodded again. Fluttershy whispered why she and Angel couldn't have a foal. "Oh... that's why", Scootaloo said. Angel began hopping off. "Where are you going, Angel Bunny?", Fluttershy said. "Oh... I need to run an errand", Angel said. "OK. It's still dark. Be careful". "I will". He went downstairs and then went out of the front door. Fluttershy then yawned. "Scootaloo", she said. "Yes?", Scootaloo said. "We need to get you cleaned up. You can take a bath". She picked Scootaloo up, took her robe off, and carried her into the bathroom. Fluttershy filled the bathtub up with warm water and Scootaloo got in it. "How do you feel?" "I feel great, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said. "OK. Do you want me to leave so you can have your privacy, or do you want me to stay?" "Well, do you mind staying?" "Not at all, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo smiled. "Stay with me, please?" "Sure", Fluttershy said, "Um... Scootaloo?" "Yes, Fluttershy?" "Do you mind if I get in with you?" "No problem, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said. Fluttershy removed her robe and carefully got into the bathtub with Scootaloo. The tub was big enough for the both of them. "So, Fluttershy". "Yes, Scootaloo?", Fluttershy said. "Angel told me not to say this, but is it true that you like to... act like a foal?", Scootaloo asked. "Well... I... yes.I really love acting like a foal". "Why?" "It's just a hobby. Do you feel uncomfortable because of this?" "No, Fluttershy. I just wanted to know". "OK. Since you don't find this weird, I'll show you my nursery after our bath". "OK". ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The two spent an hour having a bath, talking among themselves, and playing with some rubber duckies that Fluttershy kept hidden and played with during her bathes. After they got cleaned up and came out of the bathroom, the Sun was up and shined brightly through the window. Fluttershy grabbed the soiled sheet and robe and carried them down to the laundry room downstairs. Scootaloo followed. After Fluttershy put the robe and the sheet in the washer, they went into the kitchen. "Sorry about the accident, Fluttershy". "It's OK, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "It was just an accident. So, I was thinking about making chocolate chip oatmeal and sunflower smoothies for breakfast, unless you want something else". "That's fine. I was craving that, anyway". "OK. You can sit at the table if you like". "OK". Scootaloo sat in one of the cushioned chairs and sighed. Her bruise had gone away a bit, so it was easy to sit down. After about ten minutes, Fluttershy finished the oatmeal and smoothies. She served Scootaloo and herself and sat down next to Scootaloo. Scootaloo picked up her spoon and tasted her oatmeal. The warm, sweet, chocolaty oatmeal was so good to her. It was so good, Scootaloo kept each bite in her mouth for about thirty seconds before swallowing. While they ate, Scootaloo and Fluttershy chatted among themselves. "So, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, sipping her smoothie, "Do you like staying here?" "Yeah", Scootaloo said, "It beats my mom's house by a mile". "So. If me and Angel could adopt you, would you say yes?" "Of course I would. I think it would be easier to call you Mom". Scootaloo sipped her smoothie. The sweet flavor of sunflowers made her tongue dance. "Well, I know why Angel went out". "Why did he?" "He went out to get adoption papers". Scootaloo nearly spit out a mouthful of her smoothie. "Really?!" "Yes". "You mean... You and Angel are going to adopt me?!" "Yes, Scootaloo. We want what's best for you, and you need somepony to take care of you and treat you well". Scootaloo jumped into Fluttershy's lap and hugged her tight. "THANK YOU!!!!" "No problem, Scootaloo". Fluttershy heard Scootaloo sniffle. "Scootaloo? Are you crying?" "Yes. But, I'm happy". Fluttershy smiled. "Good. And you have every reason to be". The two finished their breakfast and got up from the table. "So, I'll show you the nursery now, but you have to promise to not tell anypony else about my... hobby". "I promise". "Good. Now, Follow me". She walked upstairs and Scootaloo followed. Once they got up to the nursery, she typed in the words Mommy's Little Foal in the pad-lock. The lock clicked and Fluttershy pushed the door open. Sure enough, it was just like a foal's nursery, but everthing that was supposed to be for a foal was bigger for an adult. "What do you think?" "This is cool, Fluttershy", Scootaloo said, "Why would you want this door locked?" "Well, it's pretty private. Only you, Angel, and my other animals know about my hobby". "Oh... that's why". Fluttershy closed the door and locked it back. After she locked the door, she looked at Scootaloo again. "So, you said that you used to have a dog, right?" "Yes". "What did it look like?" "He was a golden retriever, and he answers to his name". "Was he a puppy?" "No. He was a full grown dog". "Well, follow me then". Fluttershy walked down the hallway. Scootaloo was very confused. That's when Fluttershy came to another door. She opened it and a dog that looked a lot like Sledge was in there. The dog ran up to Scootaloo and jumped on her, tackling her to the ground and liked her face several times. Scootaloo squirmed and giggled lightly. "Down boy", Fluttershy said. The dog jumped off of Scootaloo and sat down in front of her. "He seems to like me", Scootaloo said. "Of course. He knows you". Scootaloo looked at the dog, then back at Fluttershy. "You mean..." "Yes, Scootaloo. He is your dog". Scootaloo was surprised. Sledge was back. She hugged Sledge. "Sledge! I missed you, boy!" Sledge licked Scootaloo's face many times before heeling. "Your mother gave him to me. I've been keeping him because I knew he probably belong to somepony else". "Thank you, Fluttershy!" "No problem, Scootaloo". Sledge started to whine. Scootaloo took notice. "What's wrong, Sledge?" "He needs to go. Let's take him for a walk". She grabbed a leash and put it on his collar. She, Scootaloo, and Sledge walked out of the house. While Sledge sniffed the ground to find the perfect spot, Fluttershy and Scootaloo talked to each other. "I can't believe I'm walking Sledge again", Scootaloo said, "It's been three years". "Well, like ponies say, pets never forget their owners if they are treated well by them", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo smiled and looked at Sledge. Sledge sniffed a tree and raised his left hind leg. Scootaloo looked away so Sledge could do his business in private. After Sledge finished, he picked up a stick and held it in his mouth up to Scootaloo. He wanted to play fetch. "He wants to play with you, Scootaloo", Fluttershy said. Scootaloo smiled. "You want to play, Sledge?", Scootaloo said. Sledge barked and his tail wagged violently. Scootaloo picked up the stick and threw it as far as she could. Sledge barked and ran for it. About thirty seconds later, he returned with the stick and held it up to Scootaloo again, wanting another throw. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Both Fluttershy and Scootaloo played with Sledge until Angel came back with the papers. He hopped through the field with the papers in his mouth. He made it to Fluttershy and Scootaloo. "Got em", he said. Fluttershy took the papers. "So, I take it you told her what we were planning on doing?" "Yes, and she is very excited. Oh, and that dog was actually Scootaloo's". "See? I told you keeping him was a good idea". They both looked at Scootaloo, who was still playing fetch with Sledge. It was clear she was having fun. "Scootaloo", Fluttershy said, "We're going inside to sigh these papers. You can stay if you want". "OK", Scootaloo said, "I want to keep playing with Sledge". "OK", Angel said, "Go ahead". Two hours later... Scootaloo and Sledge were in the living room, watching television. Scootaloo was sitting on the couch and Sledge was laying down in her lap. While they were, Angel and Fluttershy were finishing their dinner. Angel was picking at his salad with a depressed look on his face. Fluttershy took notice of this. "Are you OK, Angel Bunny?", Fluttershy said. "I'm fine, Fluttershy", Angel said, "It's just..." "Yes?", Fluttershy said. "I'm worried about Scootaloo". "Why?" "Well, I just feel sorry for her. Did you see how fast she was eating, and how bad her nightmare was?" "Yes". "That's why. She paranoid, Fluttershy. Next thing we know, she could get scared and make another puddle somewhere". "Angel, please don't say that. You know she's sensitive about her accidents". "Sorry. Anyway, I'm just afraid it'll take forever for her to get used to living with us". Angel looked over at Scootaloo, who was giggling lightly at a cartoon she was watching. "At least she's happy right now". "Angel Bunny, she's fine. As long as she's with us, she's happy". "OK. I guess that's right". They both heard a loud yawn and then a sigh. Scootaloo had fallen asleep on the couch, and Sledge was sleeping on the couch next to her. Fluttershy smiled. "Scootaloo fell asleep", she said, "I'm going to take her upstairs". "OK", Angel said, then dove back into his salad. Fluttershy walked into the living room and picked up Scootaloo. After covering up Sledge with a blanket, she started to walk upstairs, carrying Scootaloo. On her way there, she stopped by her nursery. She was starting to get an idea. Of course, Scootaloo was asleep, but Fluttershy knew that she might have another nightmare and wet the bed again. She thought about diapering Scootaloo, but she didn't know how she would react. At that point, Fluttershy decided to go with it. She figured it was better for Scootaloo to have a good night sleep than her to wake up in another puddle. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ After diapering Scootaloo and making it up to her room, she put the now clean robe back on Scootaloo. Then, she carefully laid her down on the bed. Her diaper crinkled lightly as Scootaloo was laid down. She covered Scootaloo up and turned off the light. She went back down into the kitchen. Angel had finished his salad, washed out his bowl, and went to sleep in his own bed. Fluttershy smiled and washed her plate. After having a small hoofful of chocolate-covered-almonds, she started to go back upstairs. Once again, she stopped by her nursery. She decided to put herself in a diaper, too, so Scootaloo wouldn't feel nervous. After diapering herself and going back up to her room, she grabbed her purple robe and put it on. She then got into the bed. She cuddled Scootaloo. "Don't worry, Scootaloo", she said, "Me and Angel are going to fill out the papers tomorrow, and then you'll have a new Mommy and Daddy. I promise.Tomorrow, Me and Angel will take you out for some fun, to prove it to you. Good night, Scootaloo. I love you, Sweetie". She fell asleep, very anxious to adopt Scootaloo.
