“Ponyville, huh? I gotta say, nopony really ever goes there anymore,” said the conductor as he took the tickets from two stallions, looking to make some small talk. It usually helped him to pass the time on an otherwise tedious job. He noticed that the first stallion was a unicorn with a dark grey coat with a dark blue mane and tail with yellow eyes. The conductor cringed internally as he felt a strong aura radiating from his being. It was one that led him to believe that he was quite possibly military, and the calm, quiet demeanor only seemed to confirm his theory,

“True. Nopony ever goes there unless they have specific reasons.” The dark gray unicorn replied simply, obviously not wanting to take the conversation any further.

"Yup, he’s definitely military." The conductor thought to himself as he took what he needed and returned the stub to him.

“Aw, come on, Shadow Spell! Lighten up a little! You’re gonna make the guy think you’re depressed or something with that kind of attitude!” said a steel blue pegasus stallion with a silver mane and tail, in a lighthearted tone and smile. The conductor couldn’t help but notice that he was holding a brown, rolled up paper bag.

“Honestly, Jetstream, I may not be jovial all the time but that hardly means I’m depressed. I’m just more in control of myself, which is more than what I can say about you! It’s a wonder how you even became a Wonderbolt officer with that kind of attitude!” Shadow replied with a slightly annoyed tone, earning him a laugh from the stallion in question.

“Maybe you’re right, but being serious all the time just isn’t my style, nor does it mean that I lack common sense. I just choose to ignore it!” Jetstream replied with a chortle as he took his ticket back. He looked at the conductor a little closer, seeing something very familiar about him, “Excuse me, sir. Do you have a daughter named Diamond Dust?”

The conductor gave him a very surprised and confused look, “Why, yes I do! She’s a very big fan of yours, Mr. Jetstream! It’s a very big honor to meet you sir!” he said quite excitedly, almost overwhelmed that a Wonderbolt officer knew his daughter.

“Ah! Thought so!” the pegasus said happily, “She has your eyes. She won the sweepstakes and she spent the whole day with me! She said that her father worked at the train station and…”

“Jetstream, you’re keeping him from his job and you’re delaying our and everypony else’s departure! Now would you please be so kind as to cordially end your conversation so we can get going?” Shadow chastised.

“What a buzzkill! Anyways, I was hoping to catch her before I left, but it looks like I won’t be able to. I’ll see you inside!” He said, giving the conductor a pat on the shoulder before making his way to his friend, “Seriously, Shadow, you could learn to lighten up a bit, we’re on vacation for Luna’s sake! This is your chance to unwind, and just relax ya know?”

“I’m only doing this because of the insistence of Princesses Celestia and Luna, nothing more. Besides…if they wanted me to relax then why’d they make me come with you?” Shadow said with a wry smirk, earning him yet another laugh from the Wonderbolt as they entered the train and made their way to their private cabin,

“That’s the spirit!” said Jetstream as he patted his back, “Look, I know that you don’t like meeting new ponies and that you think yourself as socially awkward, but shutting yourself out isn’t going to solve anything. It’ll only make things even worse for you. I know, I know, it’s nothing you haven’t heard before, but at least try to be a little more outgoing when we get to Ponyville, would ya?” Upon finding their designated cabin, they wasted no time in taking a seat and letting out a relaxed sigh as the soft cushion of the seat eased their muscles.

“I won’t make any promises, but I’ll try.” Shadow responded as he stared at the ceiling, allowing his mind to drift in his thoughts.

“That’s all I ask, nothing more.” He said with a small smile, “Besides, you’ll have me there along with you, and I’ll be sure to keep things interesting for you!” he finished with a small chuckle. Shadow just rolled his eyes at his friend’s words.

“Oh, joy. Just try not to piss anypony off this time. The last thing I need is to deal with any kind of drama that you started.”

“Hey! I never start anything with anypony and you know that! It’s not my fault that some ponies are just a bunch of jackasses looking for trouble!” he replied indignantly.

“Maybe but that doesn’t mean that you have to humor them either. There’s nothing wrong with walking away from pointless confrontations, Jetstream.”

“Buck that! If there’s one thing I won’t tolerate, it’s disrespect. I don’t do anything to disrespect anypony and I don’t expect to be treated as such! Walking away from it would only encourage them to keep it up!”

“That doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to exchange blows with them either. That attitude of yours is quite troublesome in most situations. Nothing wrong with verbally defending yourself either, but don’t throw the first punch. You know better than that. Anyways, just try to keep your cool, okay?”

“Alright, I won’t throw the first punch, Shadow. But the moment they lay a hand on me that’ll be a different story.”

Shadow let out a sigh, "I suppose that'll have to do. Knowing you, you'd still find some way to justify it."

"Says you..." he mumbled.

"What was that?"

"Nothing."

The duo sat in relative silence, enjoying the steady and relaxing sounds of the train riding on its tracks. Shadow found himself looking out the window, allowing his mind to wander as he looked at the passing landscape. It often relaxed him and did wonders for his state of mind. Unfortunately, Jetstream's loud snoring snapped him out of his Zen, mildly irritating him. However, he didn't want to snap his friend out of his rest just yet.

"Wish I could be that relaxed." Shadow mumbled to himself.

Attention all passengers, we will be reaching Ponyville shortly. Please make sure you have all of your belongings when you depart The conductor announced over the PA.

Upon hearing the announcement, the silver maned stallion stretched, letting out a series of satisfying pops on his stiff muscles and let out a yawn,

"Alright, almost there." said Jetstream, getting up and getting his duffle bag. Shadow Spell did the same, gathering his own duffle bag.

The train came to a complete stop, and the passengers made their way out of the train. Most were met by loved ones and friends, getting a warm greeting from them before they departed. Shadow and Jet stepped off the train, the Wonderbolt taking a deep breath of fresh air.

"Ahh! Nothing like fresh air from the countryside eh, Shadow?" Asked Jetstream. A small smile tugged on the corner of Shadow's lips, the fresh air improving his mood already,

"Quite. Looks like the Princesses were right about taking a vacation here."

"Excuse me, Jet? You forgot your bag." The conductor called, offering the brown paper bag to him.

"Oh, thanks. Actually, could you take that to Diamond Dust? It's for her anyways." He asked.

"Certainly! I'll be sure to give it right to her!" He said happily then looking at his watch, "Well, Looks like I need to get ready to leave again. I'll see you around"

"Thanks. Well, I gotta get going. Take it easy! C'mon, I gotta register at the hotel, Shadow." Said Jet, making his way to the hotel.

With a nod, Shadow followed suit as the conductor went back to the train. Shadow couldn't help but notice that the town seemed to be lively, with all manner of ponies looking excited about something. However, this served to make Shadow tense up a little, seeing so many ponies out and about. A fact not lost upon Jetstream,

"It's okay buddy ,they mean no harm." The silver maned stallion said

"If you say so. Let's just register at the hotel already." Shadow countered. It was then that he noticed a blue unicorn mare wearing a purple cape and magician's hat, setting up a stage of sorts. He couldn't help but stop and admire her. He had to admit, she looked very pretty. Her violet eyes, her light blue mane and tail with an even lighter shade of blue streaks, the beautiful curves on her body and her generous bust size. He could only describe her...

"...Like an angel from the heavens, eh, Shadow?" Jetstream asked with a wry smirk,

"GYAH!!! Damn it, Jetstream! Don't sneak up on me like that!" Shadow berated, earning him a laugh,

"It's not hard to when you're staring at some mare all slacked jawed and drooling!" He teased,

"Oh, shut up!"

"Can't say I blame you for spacing out like that. She's a real looker!"

"Let's just get to the hotel already!" Shadow said, trying hard to hide his blush.

"Alright, alright," he laughed, once again leading the way. As they were walking, Shadow risked one last glance at the mare. Much to his surprise, she saw him looking at her, to which she offered a smile and a wave. He swore he felt his heart rate skyrocket and his face burn all the hotter.

"I hate to break it to you, but if you're that nervous meeting just one mare that catches your eye, you'll be in for a rude awakening here in a few minutes." Jetstream warned.

"Oh? How so?" Shadow asked

"OH MY CELESTIA! IT'S JETSTREAM THE WONDERBOLT!" A mare yelled, accompanied by a thunderous cheer from other mares soon after

"Like that."

Shadow Spell couldn't get to the room soon enough, and promptly sat on the chair as soon as he entered the room,

"By Luna's mane! They're relentless!" He chided. Jetstream hurriedly entered the room shortly after, the mob of fanmares shouting out his name. He was pretty sure he heard one of them saying that she wanted to bear his foals, yet despite the mob, the Wonderbolt couldn't help but laugh as he made sure the door was firmly secured with the locks provided,

"What a rush!" He chuckled, then gave Shadow an apologetic look, "Sorry, Spell, but it looks like we'll have to deal with some of my fans for a while. Didn't think my fan base would be so big this time around."

"That...was the most unpleasant experience I've ever had! How do you deal with such...demented mares?! I'd rather face the Minotaur infantry in combat again!" Shadow chided

"Oh, come on now! They're not all bad! They're just...starstruck is all." Jetstream responded as he flopped on the bed.

"Then why did I hear some of them say they wanted your foal?" Shadow deadpanned.

"Maybe they think I'm handsome. I dunno." Jetstream shrugged, "Don't worry, the manager will have them dispersed in a few minutes."

"Thank Celestia..." After a few moments of silence, there was something that came to Shadow's mind, "Hey, Jet? What was in that brown paper bag? " Jetstream responded by nervously chuckling and rubbing the back of his head

"Well...ya see...it was..."

The train was making its way back to Canterlot, with the same steady sounds of it riding the tracks. The conductor kept giving the brown paper bag a curious glance, his curiosity of its contents were beginning to get the better of him.

"No. Jetstream said it was for my Diamond Dust, and I won't look!" he resolved to himself. Try as he might to focus on the tracks ahead, his gaze was once again drawn to the bag, his curiosity no nagging him like an itch begging to be scratched "Well...maybe just a peek"

He got the bag, and not sure what to expect, he opened it slowly. Almost immediately, he regretted the decision, grabbing the contents of the bag as his mind struggled to believe what he was seeing: a scarlet, lacy pair of panties and a bra, covered in dried cum stains.

The conductor was shocked beyond belief, which was quickly being replaced by a powerful anger welling deep within. An anger he never experienced before, its intensity so high that his eye was twitching and his body was trembling as he felt it course throughout his body. He gritted his teeth together, the image of the deviant stallion handing this to him was taunting his now restless mind.

He took a deep breath, letting out the bestial scream of a scorned father

"JETSTREEEEEAAAAAMMMM!"

Author's Note

For those who are wondering, this is the same Jetstream from my story 'Rising from the Fall' for the most part. Difference is, he still has his wings and his true personality is seen here. Thanks for reading!