Ivy Grows Anywhereby IvyBower101ChaptersPick a SpotPlantAdd WaterLet Grow Part 2WeedTrimLet Grow Part 1Pick a SpotIvy sighed as she sat on the hard bench of the train that was taking her to Ponyville. She sighed again thinking of her new home and life that she was taking on alone. A few minutes the train whistled signaling that it was growing close to the platform that would deposit Ivy and all her belongings in the middle of a new town. As soon as the train stopped Ivy got up and took all three of her suitcases down from the rack above to place them though the door and onto the platform below. Once Ivy had situated herself on the platform and off the train, she rolled her belongings to the box office to ask directions. "Excuse me sir." She began in a tiny voice. "Hmm" The manager replied in a gruff voice without turning around. "I'm uh well I'm *cough* looking for directions." She inwardly cursed herself for the lack of confidence she was portraying. "Okay, where are looking to go?" "Saddle Bow Ave." She said without missing a beat. She was getting more and more uncomfortable, and wanted to leave as soon as possible, without seeming roughed. "That street in down Horse Shoe Ave. right behind me and take a right after walking for a few minutes. "You can't miss it." "Thank you." Ivy quickly took her bags and walked down the street the stallion had pointed out to her. True to his word after a few minutes of walking Ivy saw Saddle Bow Ave. off to the right of Horse Shoe Ave. Strolling down Saddle Bow Ivy looked for The Golden Horseshoe. That was the building in which she had rented an apartment to stay in. A few minutes later Ivy spotted it. It was a homely well kept building with white painting. Above the door was a sign with a golden horseshoe and the curly words "The Golden Horse Shoe". Ivy stood outside and took a deep breath to steel herself before walking into the door. Inside was a clean reception area with soft rugs and inviting chairs. At a small white desk was a mare with glasses sitting at the end of her nose typing out on a typewriter. Ivy walked up to her and in a shaky voice said, "Excuse me ma'am, I have a room rented here under the name Ivy Bower. Can you please direct me to it." The mare looked up suddenly in surprise as though she didn't expect a visitor this late in the afternoon. She cleared her throat and replied, " Of course miss. That was Ivy Bower correct?" When Ivy nodded the mare pulled out a drawer in the desk and produce a stack of papers which she started shifting though. "Ah here it is, Miss Ivy Bower in room 22. Would you like me to take you to it?" Ivy shook her head and with forced cheerfulness said, "No, I'm sure I will manage to find it. Thank you and good day to you." With that Ivy turned and proceeded through an opening next to the desk and down the hall where all the door where located. Ivy's room was undoubtedly on floor two, so Ivy located the stairs and went up. Luckily for Ivy she was a Pegasus and wasn't afraid of height for if she was she would have never had made it up those treacherous stairs. After reaching the top Ivy soon located her room because it was only three away from the stairs. Ivy went up to the door and opened it. Taking a breath of the musty air within, Ivy coughed and breathed out one word. "Home." Author's Note Hey guys! Hope you like the first chapter of my first ever story! Feel free to leave comments! PlantWalking into the room Ivy immediately noticed the big bookshelf set into the wall. It didn't have any books but that would soon change. Looking around the room Ivy knew she had scored big on a place to stay. The room had nice carpets, a twin bed with clean sheets and blankets, a small but functional bathroom, a kitchen that looked just her size, and all the rooms were a nice blue. Next to the bed was a small night stand and on the far wall of the bedroom was a big mahogany dresser. There were two large windows letting light and making the room nice and bright. Walking to the windows Ivy saw she had a nice view of the main plaza of Ponyville from there. Taking another deep breath Ivy walked back to the door to grab her bags. Once inside she shut the door. She took her suitcase over to the dresser and proceeded to empty them. Since Ivy didn't make a habit of wearing clothes, the suitcases were filled with all her belongings. She has hundreds of drawing pads and pencils, which she filled the drawers with. Ivy had many books with pages filled with color samples as well. On top of the dresser she produced one lone photo to go there. In the bathroom she placed her makeup and shampoo. In the kitchen she placed what remained of her lunch within the small icebox. In the bottom drawer of the dresser Ivy shoved all three now empty suitcases. Ivy stomach grumbled loudly. Knowing what was left of her meager lunch would never satisfy her. Ivy took a bag of bits, her saddlebags, the rest of her lunch to eat on the way, and went grocery shopping. Back down in the lobby not knowing where the market was she once again approached the now seemingly very bored receptionist. "Excuse me ma'am, I hate to bother you again but could direct me to where the market is?" Looking happy at having a job to do, the receptionist answered her, " Sure, it's right down the road. It'll be easy to spot with it being the afternoon and all." Ivy thanked her and walked out of the building. Not weighed down with heavy bags Ivy trotted quickly down the Avenue. Ivy heard the busy sounds of the market long before she saw it. When she did she it however her breath whooshed out of her. It was so big, and busy! Spotting a stall which sold all sorts of vegetables Ivy trotted over to get some. A little while Ivy trotted proudly though the market with saddlebags stuffed with fruits, vegetables, and bread. Walking back down the street Ivy spotted a Book store. Knowing she wanted to fill her bookshelf and she did have few bits left, Ivy went over to browse the book. A cute little bell jangled above her head as she opened the door. Inside there was a small checkout desk and shelves upon shelves of BOOKS! As Ivy walked over to the shelves she heard a little thump behind her. Turning around she say a light blue unicorn stallion around her age had fallen off a ladder with a stack of books. Hurrying over she helped him pile the books into neat piles. When done he turned and smiled. "Thank you for helping me. I'm just such a klutz." he rubbed his neck shamefully. "No problem, it was no big deal." Ivy said quickly. " Well anyway." he said straightening up. " Is there anything here I can help you with?" he asked helpfully. "No i just wanted to browse, but thanks for the kind offer." Ivy replied hastily. "Okay i'll leave you to it." With that he walked away giving her space to browse. Noticing a title that looked familiar Ivy went over to a shelf and started looking at the books. An hour later Ivy had a stack of books she had picked out and was heading to the checkout. After setting the books down and hitting the silver bell the stallion poked his head from behind a shelf of books. "Are you finally done?" He asked with a smug smile. Ivy cheeks turned red as she lowered her head to the floor. "Yes, can I pay now?" Ivy said in a small voice. " Just teasing. Of course you can." Walking over he rung her up and gave her the total. After paying Ivy said thank you and good bye and left. She walked home slowly due to the heavy books that weighed her down. By the time she got back to the Golden Horse Shoe the receptionist had already left for the day. Skipping the stairs and flying up to her room, Ivy opened the door and walked in. Ivy knew the room had been cleaned because it smelled clean, and because her belongings had been manhandled. Ivy first walked over to the kitchen and put her slightly squished food into the fridge. She Next took all the books she bought and put them on the shelf. Ivy had bought all sorts of books, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, And even Cookbooks. Taking one of the cookbooks she went into the kitchen and made herself dinner. After eating a soup of broccoli and potatoes, Ivy did the dishes and took a book off the shelf to read before going to bed. She only read about two pages before her eyes kept drooping. She was just SO tired! Putting the book back and shutting the curtains over the windows, Ivy climbed to bed and soon slipped into dream land. The land of Luna awaits. Author's Note Hope you like this chapter! Add Water"Ivy" Ivy heard a warm motherly voice calling out to her while slept. "Ivy, come on get up. We don't have forever silly." The voice seemed to get increasingly loud as Ivy started to get up. "That's it sweetie. Come on." After Ivy finally opened her eyes she nearly fell out of bed. Standing right before her was Luna, the co ruler of Equestria. "My lady Luna, what in the world are you doing in my abode at such a late hour." Ivy couldn't for the world imagine why on of her country's monarchs would visit her, at night no less. "We're not at your house silly. We're in your dreams,and as the Princess of the Night it is my duty come come into your dreams. Especially ones of troubled mares and stallions." "How did you know my dreams were troubled?" Ivy was astounded that Luna was able to pinpoint one mares troubled dreams out of millions of others. "Ivy sweetie you don't give me enough credit, it wounds me." Luna put on the cutest pouty face Ivy had ever seen. Ivy quickly blushed. "Excuse me my queen that was wrong of me to say. You are most talented to have found me." "Oh Ivy, I was only teasing, also stop being so formal. It's not like this is the royal gala. I'm here to talk to you so for now just call me Luna." "Of course Your M-, I mean Luna." Luna laughed and helped Ivy out of the tangled sheets of the dream bed. "Luna if you don't mind me asking, why are you here and where are we?" "Ah Ivy the first question i can answer, but unfortunately only you can answer the second." Ivy looked at Luna with a questioning expression before looking around trying to discern the meaning of her surroundings. All she could she was what looked like a standard bedroom, nothing stood out to her. Then it hit her. "Are you saying that because it's my dream i control what i see." Luna didn't speak but merely smiled as if to acknowledge her without out saying it verbally. All the time they had been talking Luna had been leading the two of them to the door that lead out of the bedroom. When they reached the door Luna turned to Ivy and started speaking. "Now Ivy in response to your question, haven't I already answered it? Didn't I already told you i come specifically to dreams of troubled mares and stallions?" "Yes, but what makes you certain that I am troubled?" Ivy sounded a bit more defensive than she liked. "Oh Ivy darling, any pony with a blind eye could tell you are troubled." "No they wouldn't because they wouldn't see me. No one see me. Ever. I'm just that girl who's there but not there get it?" Ivy was panting a little after that. Luna on the other hand had just sat though her rant not interrupting. When she finished Luna just gave her look that clearly said, "See I told you." Ivy gave her a sheepish look and consented with a heavy sigh. "Now that is out of the way my dear why don't you tell me how you can fix that?" Ivy gave her a look that meant, Are you crazy!, in every conceivable way. "No dear I am not crazy just me. And anyways I know what I'm talking about, You can change the whole invisibility thing if you just try, and I'm mean really try to make an effort to be noticed. There is nothing else I can give you to try sadly." Ivy dropped onto her hindquarters and thought about it for a few seconds. "You know what Luna. You are completely right! I just need to make a conceivable effort to be noticed or i will just keep going on to be a shadow my whole life. I need to stop living in the past and start tackling the present and future!" Luna smiled. "That's it my dear keep up that attitude and you will shine brighter than the sun. Now I believe it's time for me to leave and you to wake up. Good bye Ivy, I hope to see you again." "Wait Luna what do you me-." At that moment Luna disappeared and Ivy's world faded to black. Author's Note Third chapter! I hope you all are enjoying it! Let Grow Part 2Sherlock leaned against a streetlight on a typical rainy day in london waiting for Dr. Watson when something caught his eye. Just a flicker, nothing more, but enough to get his complete attention. Turning round Sherlock tried to once again to locate what he saw. There! It was barely visible through the rain and fog but there it was. Not surprisingly it was a pony in a hood. "Why must they always have a hood. It seems as if they want to be caught!" Sherlock shook his head and walked silently after the moving pony into the night. "KNOCK, KNOCK, KNOCK" Ivy nearly jumped out of her skin when a loud knocking came to the door. Who would at the door at this hour, in this weather, and at her apartment of all places! Setting down the book, Ivy climbed out of bed to answer the door. Pulling open the door Ivy nearly screamed! There was a hooded pony at her door. She quickly tried to close the door but the pony stuck out a hoof to stop the door from closing. "Hey there Lady! I'm trying to do you a service and you nearly shut the door on in my face. What's up with you?!" The stranger pulled back there hood and stood and glared at her. Ivy realizing her rudeness quickly opened the door all the way. Standing before her was a gray stallion with a two hued blue mane. "Oh forgive me but you startled me!" "Well sorry Lady but anyway I have something for you." He reached behind him to dig through his saddlebags finally retrieving what looked like a calendar. "Here, we give to all the new residents of Ponyville. Before you ask it's a weather calendar, so you know when storms like this hit." Ivy took it and nodded at him gratefully. "Thank you sir, I would invite you inside but you probably have work to do. But, by any chance may I ask your name." "It's Thunderlane miss, could I have yours?" "Of course, it's Ivy." "Ivy, what a pretty name." Ivy's mouthed made an O and she blushed fiercely. No one had ever said that about her name before. "Wh..Wh..Why thank you for such a lovely compliment." "Welcome, but any way Miss Ivy I must be going more deliveries to do and all." "Of course I hope to see you again Mr. Thunderlane." "Just Thunderlane Miss. Bye." "Goodbye M-, Thunderlane." Thunderlane smiled at her before pulling up the hood again and flying off down the hall. "My, what a handsome and considerate stallion." Ivy thought dreamily as she went back to her bed to read her book. Before climbing into bed Ivy hung her weather on the wall near her bed so she could always check the weather. As she sat in bed again her thoughts kept wandering so she couldn't concentrate on the book. "Hmm I really should find a steady job just like that stallion, or I won't be able to pay next months rent. She had enough money to pay for food and other necessities but that just wouldn't be enough. "Anyway I miss doing my job. Not doing your special talent really is hard. I do have a very odd special talent though. How many ponies need an artistic architect every day. I bet many don't even know what that is!" The more and more she thought about it she just knew she had to find a job, but who would want to hire somepony to do a job they didn't even know existed! "Well I'll I cross that bridge when I come to it. The rain has stopped and I believe I'll go back outside." There being lots of mud, Ivy pulled on her bright red galoshes and grabbed her map and pencil. Locking up behind her Ivy felt two eyes boring into her back. Turning around to she who it is, Ivy discovered an empty hallway. "That's strange I swear there was someone there." Shrugging Ivy flew down stairs and out the door. Not feeling like walking, Ivy flew high up the rooftops. Happily noticing no one in the area, Ivy picked a cloud in a convenient place to view the town. Settling down on the cloud, Ivy took out her unfinished map and proceeded to finish it. Ponyville being not that big of a town, Ivy finished within the hour. Putting the map and the half used pencil back in her saddlebags, Ivy got up and stretched her sore muscles. Flaring out her wings Ivy stepped down from the cloud and floated softly down to the ground. Touching down Ivy again felt the eyes in her back. Turning round, quicker this time, Ivy spotted a pink mass of something hurtling toward her. Ivy stubled back and nearly landed on her bum. Luckily the pinkie mass skidded to a halt mere inches from her nose. Ivy let out a tiny gasp. Now that the mass had stopped it turned out to be a pink pony with a bouncy pink mane. "Heythereyournewaroundherearen'tyou?" The pink mare started talking at a supersonic speed, while Ivy just sat and stared at her. "W-W-What did you say." Ivy ventured nervously. "Oh excuse me I get excited around new ponies. I said, Hey there you knew around here?" "Oh thank you." The mare looked at her expectantly. "What?" "Well are you?" "Well am I what?" "New around here silly!" "Oh yes, yes I am miss. May I ask what your name is?" "You may." Ivy internally groaned. This pony was turning out to be a nutcase. Ivy sighed "What is your name miss?" "PinkiePie, what's yours?" "Ivy." "Ivyyy." PinkiePie rolled her name over her tongue. "Well Ivy, as Ponyville's resident party planner I am obliged to throw you a party." Ivy startled at the very thought of a party, let alone one where she was the star! "Oh no, PinkiePie you really shouldn't." "Yes, I I should and will. So come to Sugarcube Corner tomorrow at noon and the whole town will be there." Ivy blanched at the words 'whole town'. "Bu-." "No buts Ivy, just be there or I will find you." PinkiePie fixed Ivy with a gulp inducing stare before turning around and bouncing off. Ivy groaned again except out loud this time. "What do I do, I can't face the whole town yet no way!" Ivy thought with fear as she walked back home. She walked in a trance all the way home not noticing anyone around her. Walking through the door of her apartment, Ivy sat down on the edge off her bed and put her head in her hooves. Having just gotten over the shock Ivy started crying, no sobbing, over what was going to happen. What was she gonna do! "Nothing." She realized. "There is nothing I can do. I am totally trapped! " Author's Note OOOHHH what's gonna happen? Read on to find out! WeedHaving cried herself out, Ivy tried to think up a plan of action. She couldn't not go, Pinkie Pie would hunt her down and find her. She couldn't move again she actually liked this town! "Ugh, what do I do!" Firming up her resolve Ivy made a decision. She would go and try to not humiliate herself in front of all the ponies. They probably wouldn't even know she was the star of the party after two minutes. She was after all very forgettable. Strengthened by this new knowledge Ivy decided to do the thing any sensible pony would do. She slept on her decision to help further firm her resolve. Crawling into bed Ivy blew out the candle and tried no to think of her impending doom. "Ha, Ha, Ha what an idiot." "Ya, I can't believe she's the star of the party. What a doofus!" Ivy couldn't believe what she was hearing. What had she done! As if they heard her all the ponies turned their faces to her. "Nothing!' They crowed loudly. "Then why are you saying such mean things!' Ivy felt close to tears. "Cause, you don't have to do anything to be an idiot or doofus. It just your personality!" Acting like they had cracked a joke, the ponies started laughing their heads off. "Idiot, doofus, stupid!" Pointing and laughing at her all the ponies started chanting insults. "No one notices you cause your so stupid and not special! Even your 'Special Talent' isn't even special it's just stupid!" Ivy just couldn't take it anymore. Crying she started shouting. "No, it's not true! No! No! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOoooooooooooooooooooo!" Still shouting 'No!' Ivy woke up wrapped in sheets. "It was just a dream, just a dream." Panting heavily from the yell and shock, Ivy walked to the kitchen to get some water. Looking out of the window above the kitchen sink at all the stars, Ivy wondered if she would be able to go to the party after all. She was still scared spitless obviously! Knowing flying would be the only thing that would calm her down, she drained her cup and left out the door. Once outside Ivy took a deep breath before crouching down and shooting up into the sky. Ivy was pretty fast for a Pegasus believe it or not. Swooshing, and Zooming though the air helped Ivy clear her head and let her think straight. "I really am not a shy pony. I don't know why I'm so scared of the pony anyway. Heck, it sounds fun even. Hmm maybe I will go, it will definitely help my social skills after all." Still being extremely tired, Ivy decided to finish the night out on a cloud out under the open sky. She knew this would help to further calm her. Finding a nice and squishy cloud, Ivy rolled around on it trying to get comfortable. Finally finding the perfect spot, Ivy drifted off into a peaceful dreamless sleep. "Hey Miss Ivy. Miss Ivy. IVY!" Ivy startled awake at the voice of an extremely loud stallion in her ear. "What! That hurt you know!" She cried as she sat up. Only to find herself face to face to Thunderlane. Blushing heavily Ivy quickly backed up. "Sorry." He said guilty. "What do you want anyway and why did you have to be so loud!' Ivy was surprised at how snappish she was being. But in her defense it had been loud and she was resting quite nicely before the rude awakening. "Well first of all, your in my way and second, you wouldn't wake up." "Oh well, sorry, but why was I in your way?" "Well I have to move this cloud and you would have fell off." "Thank you for that I don't what to splatter on the sidewalk." "Anytime, and Hey, have you heard about the party Pinkie is holding today at noon for the new pony. She invited everypony to it and it's at Sugercube corner." "Oh I know, 'cause she holding the party for me." Ivy hid her faces behind her hooves while he processed this info. "BWA, HA, HA, HA!" Thunderlane burst out laughing and started rolling around on the cloud from the strain. Ivy's blushed deepened and she nearly buried herself in the cloud from the shame of it all. Eventually he stopped laughing and sat up. After regaining his breath and whipping away a tear he spoke again. "Sorry, I couldn't help it that is truly hilarious, You, this shy little thing will have to go though that monster party!" Regaining her dignity, Ivy started at this comment. She was forgettable but not shy! "Excuse me I may be forgettable and small but never shy. I resent that comment. hmff!" "Well would you look at that you have a little fire in your soul, who knew!' Ivy eyed him with a 'Don't try me' kind of glare. Grinning sheepishly he backed off. "Okay, okay I won't just please don't hurt me." He gave her Bambi eyes and added a little whimper. Shaking her head and sighing, Ivy smiled. "What will I do with you." "Nothing, I'm already perfect." He boasted puffing out his chest. She gave him 'The Look'. "Well not completely perfect." "That's more like it, but anyway to get back on topic. Yes, i have to go to that party, but you know what I'll be fine you just watch me." Ivy stomach suddenly let out a loud grumble. Grinning sheepishly she gave a hurried goodbye and flew back to her apartment. Still watching her Thunderlane sat on the cloud and murmured a small phrase. "Don't worry Ivy I will watch you. Forever and Ever." Author's Note To clarify Thunderlane was being romantic not creepy. That comment was a good thing. TrimMeanwhile Ivy flew silently back to her apartment thinking of their conversation. "He was rude. Yet....he turned out to be a gentlecolt, and he is very handsome." Ivy dreamily thought me might actually like her. Shaking her head Ivy turned her thoughts back to reality. A colt liking her! It was impossible at best! Sighing heavily, she slowed down as her apartment was coming into view. Touching down slowly, yet still making a small cloud of dust rise up to meet her feet, Ivy walked in the front door and into the lobby. Walking in Ivy immediately noticed that the receptionist had returned. Wanting to ask her some questions, Ivy walked over to her desk. "Excuse me." Ivy ask in a crystal clear voice trying to get the mare attention. "Hm-, Oops, I mean, What can I do for you?" Ivy giggled politely at the mares mix up. "Oh not much, I just had some questions for you." Ivy tried really hard to sound confident in her speech. "Well go ahead and ask, thats what i'm here." The mare answered in a very professional voice. "Welllll..." Ivy continued trying to think of the what she wanted to ask. "Oh yes, now I remember. I wanted ask what the price of rent was and when it was due." Ivy said trying to make for her slip up. "That's easy miss. The rent is 70 bits, and rent is due every month." The mare said without missing a beat. Ivy was surprised at how low the rent was and how much time she had. "Thank you ma'am, now one more thing. If I may be so bold what is your name." Ivy thought if she knew the mares name they might become friends, and that could help boost Ivy's confidence. "Of course miss. My name is Apple Lace. What's yours?" The mare asked now curious of who Ivy was. "Ivy, I believe we have met before." The mare slapped a hoof at her forehead and gave her a sheepish smile. "Yes we have, I gave you your room number. How silly of me to forget. Sorry." Ivy gave her a smile to assure her it was fine. "Now if you'll excuse me Apple Lace, that is a very pretty name by the way, I must be getting to my room. A pleasure to meet you, I hope to see you soon." Ivy hoped she wasn't being rude cutting the mare off, but she was getting really hungry. "Same to you Ivy. Goodbye." The mare gave her a shy smile. Ivy smiled back before turning and trotting off to her apartment. Flying quickly up the stairs and down the hall, Ivy quickly went inside to make herself breakfast. She was starving! In her kitchen Ivy made herself an omelet with mushrooms. Standing waiting at the stove waiting for the omelet to cook, Ivy was dancing on her toes. As the heavenly smells of omelet and mushroom floated up into the air, Ivy was ready to eat it raw. After what seemed forever, the omelet was ready. Sitting down at the table Ivy dug in with a gusto that would have embarrassed a stallion. Finishing her omelet Ivy got up to do the dishes when she noticed the clock. With a screech that could have woken the devil, Ivy hustled into action. She couldn't believe she didn't check the clock! She had ten minutes to get to the party, and she didn't even know where it was! Throwing the dishes in the sink, styling her hair, and throwing on the only jewelry she had, four bracelets. She bolted out the door at the speed of lightning. Flying down the hall and the stairs at top speed, Ivy barely stopped in front of the desk to ask the Apple Lace for directions. Almost screeching again at finding the desk empty, Ivy bolted out the door and flew up into the sky. She figured since Pinkie Pie had invited the whole town everypony would be going in one direction and she could follow. Looking down at the ponies below, Ivy spotted where the all were going. Flying at the speed of light toward the cupcake shaped building everyone was going in, Ivy barely made it in before the clock struck noon. Touching down right in front of the door, Ivy let a huge breath out. Taking a deep breath back in, Ivy walked to the door and pushed it open. Author's Note DUN, DUN, DUH SEE WHAT HAPPENS!!! Let Grow Part 1Sunlight streamed into Ivy's room though the window on the far wall. It grew until finally reaching Ivy's face on the bed. Ivy being shoved a face full of sun, sat up. She woke up a bit disorientated from her long dream the night before. She rubbed her eyes and couldn't figure out what happened before it all came rushing back to her. "Oh" She gasped as remembered what she had told Luna. She sighed when she remembered what she had resolved to do. "That's going to be many times harder than I made it out to be in my dream. And anyway I guess since Luna doesn't even know about my pas-, wait scratch that. Of course she knows. Well if she knows then she knows how hard it will be to stop dwelling in it." Ivy was having a surprisingly good time arguing with herself. Coming to no conclusion on what to do about the strange dream Ivy hopped out of bed and went to make breakfast. Humming to herself while cooking an omelet that had a delicious aroma, Ivy thought about what she needed to do that day. Since she had just moved to Ponyville she should walk around town getting to know ponies and more importantly orientate herself. "I could actually talk to ponies instead of just being all brisk and business like." She as she ate and gathered her bags together. After locking up behind her, something she tended to forget, she flew down the stairs and into the lobby. Surprisingly the receptionist was out already. "Hmm must be her day off, no matter just gives me an excuse to not speak to anypony yet." Ivy trotted down the street but instead of going to the market she turned down another street. She had brought a sketch book and pencil to make a map and to take note of the design of Ponyville architecture for future work. "I suppose I should be looking for work but I doubt there are many jobs for artistic architects around here." After walking and, sometimes even cantering, down a few streets mapping all of them she found what looked like the central park of Ponyville. Seeing an especially inviting spot by an oak tree, Ivy was leisurely strolling to it when her ears perked up to an odd sound. It sounded like buzzing and it was getting closer. Startled Ivy turned around only;y to come face to face with an oncoming pony riding a scooter. Ivy jumped away narrowly missing the scooter and what looked like a wagon being pulled behind it. The scooter skidded to a halt mere inches from where she previously stood. As the dust cleared and Ivy stopped coughing the rider and wagon occupants removed their helmets revealing the faces of three filly's, a Unicorn, Earth pony, and Pegasus. The Pegasus had a magenta mane, orange coat, and tiny wings. The Unicorn had a mane of two colors pink and purple, with a coat of white, and a cute little horn. The Earth pony had a bright red mane, yellow coat, and a large pink bow on her head. The Pegasus looked over first. "Oh, I am so sorry! I didn't see you at first and I just couldn't stop!" Ivy blinked several times to clear her head from the shock before answering. "No harm done little one you just need to be more careful next time." "Of course miss, I wouldn't want anymore near death experiences or people would start talk and then Rainbowdash might hear and that would be traumatic!" At this comment the Unicorn spoke up. "Scootaloo stop worrying over what Rainbow dash thinks so much and worry about if the poor mare is still in shock." The Unicorn shook her head in shame before turning to Ivy. "Now where are my manners you are probably wondering who your almost murders are. I'm Sweetie Belle, the worry wort Pegasus over there is Scootaloo, and this Earth pony beside me is Applebloom." "Hey there." "Howdy, Yes I know I have an accent but I'm a farm pony so y'all just have to accept it." Ivy smiled at Applebloom greeting she always did like rebellious fillies, even though she never was one. "No worries Applebloom I think it's cute." Applebloom blushed. "Aw shucks ma'am, thank you kindly." Sweetie Belle cleared her throat and tried to take back the thread of conversation. "Ah well thank Applebloom, but anyway miss as to repay you for that near death experience, just ask and we will grant you any service you require." All three fillies and gave shining smiles. Ivy smiled back though less grandly. "Oh thank you little ones but don't worry your heads over it. I'm sure I have everything well in hoof. Now you go play and enjoy this wonderful day."The three fillies smiled at her again and offered their sorry's and thank you's before waving goodbye and taking off again at lighting speed, most likely to harass another park visitor. Ivy smiled and sighed softly to herself. She hadn't let it show but the shock of it really had worn her out. The oak tree she had eyed earlier was still blissfully free of ponies. Walking over, with more caution this time, she lowered herself onto the soft grass and shook off her saddle bags. Laying her head down on her hooves she sighed softly with a contented air. "How blissfully peaceful it is here. Without the crazy fillies that is." She thought as she lounged on the soft grass and drifted in and out of her subconscious. She felt herself just about to go under when she heard a noise above her. "Oh what now." She thought as she got up with a groan and returned the saddlebags to her back. Looking up she saw that the sky had darkened considerably since she had laid down. As a Pegasus she knew a bad storm when she saw one, so wasting no time getting home she flew instead of walked. Flying cut the travel time in half so a half hour of travel turned into ten minutes also considering she took a direct route. Once back at her apartment building Ivy stood under the awning and shook herself, it had started raining when she was flying. When she was semi dry Ivy walked into the lobby and again noticed the receptionist wasn't there. "Hmm maybe I was the only one who didn't know about the storm? I should probably ask where I can get a weather calender." Ivy flew up to her door and unlocked it letting herself in. It was dark inside because the only like came from the windows and the storm blocked the sun. Considering her options Ivy emptied her saddlebag, put the map on the top of the dresser, and lit a candle. Her stomach had started grumbling so she went to the kitchen and fixed herself lunch. After she was done she took the candle over too the little table by the bed and set it there. Next, she went over to the shelf and picked out a mystery book. It was perfect for a rainy day. Climbing into bed, she read the book by the candle. Squirming a little to get comfortable, Ivy sighed and delved into the wonderful world of books. Author's Note Longest chapter so far! Hope you guys are enjoying reading it as much as I am writing it! Thanks!
Pick a SpotIvy sighed as she sat on the hard bench of the train that was taking her to Ponyville. She sighed again thinking of her new home and life that she was taking on alone. A few minutes the train whistled signaling that it was growing close to the platform that would deposit Ivy and all her belongings in the middle of a new town. As soon as the train stopped Ivy got up and took all three of her suitcases down from the rack above to place them though the door and onto the platform below. Once Ivy had situated herself on the platform and off the train, she rolled her belongings to the box office to ask directions. "Excuse me sir." She began in a tiny voice. "Hmm" The manager replied in a gruff voice without turning around. "I'm uh well I'm *cough* looking for directions." She inwardly cursed herself for the lack of confidence she was portraying. "Okay, where are looking to go?" "Saddle Bow Ave." She said without missing a beat. She was getting more and more uncomfortable, and wanted to leave as soon as possible, without seeming roughed. "That street in down Horse Shoe Ave. right behind me and take a right after walking for a few minutes. "You can't miss it." "Thank you." Ivy quickly took her bags and walked down the street the stallion had pointed out to her. True to his word after a few minutes of walking Ivy saw Saddle Bow Ave. off to the right of Horse Shoe Ave. Strolling down Saddle Bow Ivy looked for The Golden Horseshoe. That was the building in which she had rented an apartment to stay in. A few minutes later Ivy spotted it. It was a homely well kept building with white painting. Above the door was a sign with a golden horseshoe and the curly words "The Golden Horse Shoe". Ivy stood outside and took a deep breath to steel herself before walking into the door. Inside was a clean reception area with soft rugs and inviting chairs. At a small white desk was a mare with glasses sitting at the end of her nose typing out on a typewriter. Ivy walked up to her and in a shaky voice said, "Excuse me ma'am, I have a room rented here under the name Ivy Bower. Can you please direct me to it." The mare looked up suddenly in surprise as though she didn't expect a visitor this late in the afternoon. She cleared her throat and replied, " Of course miss. That was Ivy Bower correct?" When Ivy nodded the mare pulled out a drawer in the desk and produce a stack of papers which she started shifting though. "Ah here it is, Miss Ivy Bower in room 22. Would you like me to take you to it?" Ivy shook her head and with forced cheerfulness said, "No, I'm sure I will manage to find it. Thank you and good day to you." With that Ivy turned and proceeded through an opening next to the desk and down the hall where all the door where located. Ivy's room was undoubtedly on floor two, so Ivy located the stairs and went up. Luckily for Ivy she was a Pegasus and wasn't afraid of height for if she was she would have never had made it up those treacherous stairs. After reaching the top Ivy soon located her room because it was only three away from the stairs. Ivy went up to the door and opened it. Taking a breath of the musty air within, Ivy coughed and breathed out one word. "Home." Author's Note Hey guys! Hope you like the first chapter of my first ever story! Feel free to leave comments!
PlantWalking into the room Ivy immediately noticed the big bookshelf set into the wall. It didn't have any books but that would soon change. Looking around the room Ivy knew she had scored big on a place to stay. The room had nice carpets, a twin bed with clean sheets and blankets, a small but functional bathroom, a kitchen that looked just her size, and all the rooms were a nice blue. Next to the bed was a small night stand and on the far wall of the bedroom was a big mahogany dresser. There were two large windows letting light and making the room nice and bright. Walking to the windows Ivy saw she had a nice view of the main plaza of Ponyville from there. Taking another deep breath Ivy walked back to the door to grab her bags. Once inside she shut the door. She took her suitcase over to the dresser and proceeded to empty them. Since Ivy didn't make a habit of wearing clothes, the suitcases were filled with all her belongings. She has hundreds of drawing pads and pencils, which she filled the drawers with. Ivy had many books with pages filled with color samples as well. On top of the dresser she produced one lone photo to go there. In the bathroom she placed her makeup and shampoo. In the kitchen she placed what remained of her lunch within the small icebox. In the bottom drawer of the dresser Ivy shoved all three now empty suitcases. Ivy stomach grumbled loudly. Knowing what was left of her meager lunch would never satisfy her. Ivy took a bag of bits, her saddlebags, the rest of her lunch to eat on the way, and went grocery shopping. Back down in the lobby not knowing where the market was she once again approached the now seemingly very bored receptionist. "Excuse me ma'am, I hate to bother you again but could direct me to where the market is?" Looking happy at having a job to do, the receptionist answered her, " Sure, it's right down the road. It'll be easy to spot with it being the afternoon and all." Ivy thanked her and walked out of the building. Not weighed down with heavy bags Ivy trotted quickly down the Avenue. Ivy heard the busy sounds of the market long before she saw it. When she did she it however her breath whooshed out of her. It was so big, and busy! Spotting a stall which sold all sorts of vegetables Ivy trotted over to get some. A little while Ivy trotted proudly though the market with saddlebags stuffed with fruits, vegetables, and bread. Walking back down the street Ivy spotted a Book store. Knowing she wanted to fill her bookshelf and she did have few bits left, Ivy went over to browse the book. A cute little bell jangled above her head as she opened the door. Inside there was a small checkout desk and shelves upon shelves of BOOKS! As Ivy walked over to the shelves she heard a little thump behind her. Turning around she say a light blue unicorn stallion around her age had fallen off a ladder with a stack of books. Hurrying over she helped him pile the books into neat piles. When done he turned and smiled. "Thank you for helping me. I'm just such a klutz." he rubbed his neck shamefully. "No problem, it was no big deal." Ivy said quickly. " Well anyway." he said straightening up. " Is there anything here I can help you with?" he asked helpfully. "No i just wanted to browse, but thanks for the kind offer." Ivy replied hastily. "Okay i'll leave you to it." With that he walked away giving her space to browse. Noticing a title that looked familiar Ivy went over to a shelf and started looking at the books. An hour later Ivy had a stack of books she had picked out and was heading to the checkout. After setting the books down and hitting the silver bell the stallion poked his head from behind a shelf of books. "Are you finally done?" He asked with a smug smile. Ivy cheeks turned red as she lowered her head to the floor. "Yes, can I pay now?" Ivy said in a small voice. " Just teasing. Of course you can." Walking over he rung her up and gave her the total. After paying Ivy said thank you and good bye and left. She walked home slowly due to the heavy books that weighed her down. By the time she got back to the Golden Horse Shoe the receptionist had already left for the day. Skipping the stairs and flying up to her room, Ivy opened the door and walked in. Ivy knew the room had been cleaned because it smelled clean, and because her belongings had been manhandled. Ivy first walked over to the kitchen and put her slightly squished food into the fridge. She Next took all the books she bought and put them on the shelf. Ivy had bought all sorts of books, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, And even Cookbooks. Taking one of the cookbooks she went into the kitchen and made herself dinner. After eating a soup of broccoli and potatoes, Ivy did the dishes and took a book off the shelf to read before going to bed. She only read about two pages before her eyes kept drooping. She was just SO tired! Putting the book back and shutting the curtains over the windows, Ivy climbed to bed and soon slipped into dream land. The land of Luna awaits. Author's Note Hope you like this chapter!
Add Water"Ivy" Ivy heard a warm motherly voice calling out to her while slept. "Ivy, come on get up. We don't have forever silly." The voice seemed to get increasingly loud as Ivy started to get up. "That's it sweetie. Come on." After Ivy finally opened her eyes she nearly fell out of bed. Standing right before her was Luna, the co ruler of Equestria. "My lady Luna, what in the world are you doing in my abode at such a late hour." Ivy couldn't for the world imagine why on of her country's monarchs would visit her, at night no less. "We're not at your house silly. We're in your dreams,and as the Princess of the Night it is my duty come come into your dreams. Especially ones of troubled mares and stallions." "How did you know my dreams were troubled?" Ivy was astounded that Luna was able to pinpoint one mares troubled dreams out of millions of others. "Ivy sweetie you don't give me enough credit, it wounds me." Luna put on the cutest pouty face Ivy had ever seen. Ivy quickly blushed. "Excuse me my queen that was wrong of me to say. You are most talented to have found me." "Oh Ivy, I was only teasing, also stop being so formal. It's not like this is the royal gala. I'm here to talk to you so for now just call me Luna." "Of course Your M-, I mean Luna." Luna laughed and helped Ivy out of the tangled sheets of the dream bed. "Luna if you don't mind me asking, why are you here and where are we?" "Ah Ivy the first question i can answer, but unfortunately only you can answer the second." Ivy looked at Luna with a questioning expression before looking around trying to discern the meaning of her surroundings. All she could she was what looked like a standard bedroom, nothing stood out to her. Then it hit her. "Are you saying that because it's my dream i control what i see." Luna didn't speak but merely smiled as if to acknowledge her without out saying it verbally. All the time they had been talking Luna had been leading the two of them to the door that lead out of the bedroom. When they reached the door Luna turned to Ivy and started speaking. "Now Ivy in response to your question, haven't I already answered it? Didn't I already told you i come specifically to dreams of troubled mares and stallions?" "Yes, but what makes you certain that I am troubled?" Ivy sounded a bit more defensive than she liked. "Oh Ivy darling, any pony with a blind eye could tell you are troubled." "No they wouldn't because they wouldn't see me. No one see me. Ever. I'm just that girl who's there but not there get it?" Ivy was panting a little after that. Luna on the other hand had just sat though her rant not interrupting. When she finished Luna just gave her look that clearly said, "See I told you." Ivy gave her a sheepish look and consented with a heavy sigh. "Now that is out of the way my dear why don't you tell me how you can fix that?" Ivy gave her a look that meant, Are you crazy!, in every conceivable way. "No dear I am not crazy just me. And anyways I know what I'm talking about, You can change the whole invisibility thing if you just try, and I'm mean really try to make an effort to be noticed. There is nothing else I can give you to try sadly." Ivy dropped onto her hindquarters and thought about it for a few seconds. "You know what Luna. You are completely right! I just need to make a conceivable effort to be noticed or i will just keep going on to be a shadow my whole life. I need to stop living in the past and start tackling the present and future!" Luna smiled. "That's it my dear keep up that attitude and you will shine brighter than the sun. Now I believe it's time for me to leave and you to wake up. Good bye Ivy, I hope to see you again." "Wait Luna what do you me-." At that moment Luna disappeared and Ivy's world faded to black. Author's Note Third chapter! I hope you all are enjoying it!
Let Grow Part 2Sherlock leaned against a streetlight on a typical rainy day in london waiting for Dr. Watson when something caught his eye. Just a flicker, nothing more, but enough to get his complete attention. Turning round Sherlock tried to once again to locate what he saw. There! It was barely visible through the rain and fog but there it was. Not surprisingly it was a pony in a hood. "Why must they always have a hood. It seems as if they want to be caught!" Sherlock shook his head and walked silently after the moving pony into the night. "KNOCK, KNOCK, KNOCK" Ivy nearly jumped out of her skin when a loud knocking came to the door. Who would at the door at this hour, in this weather, and at her apartment of all places! Setting down the book, Ivy climbed out of bed to answer the door. Pulling open the door Ivy nearly screamed! There was a hooded pony at her door. She quickly tried to close the door but the pony stuck out a hoof to stop the door from closing. "Hey there Lady! I'm trying to do you a service and you nearly shut the door on in my face. What's up with you?!" The stranger pulled back there hood and stood and glared at her. Ivy realizing her rudeness quickly opened the door all the way. Standing before her was a gray stallion with a two hued blue mane. "Oh forgive me but you startled me!" "Well sorry Lady but anyway I have something for you." He reached behind him to dig through his saddlebags finally retrieving what looked like a calendar. "Here, we give to all the new residents of Ponyville. Before you ask it's a weather calendar, so you know when storms like this hit." Ivy took it and nodded at him gratefully. "Thank you sir, I would invite you inside but you probably have work to do. But, by any chance may I ask your name." "It's Thunderlane miss, could I have yours?" "Of course, it's Ivy." "Ivy, what a pretty name." Ivy's mouthed made an O and she blushed fiercely. No one had ever said that about her name before. "Wh..Wh..Why thank you for such a lovely compliment." "Welcome, but any way Miss Ivy I must be going more deliveries to do and all." "Of course I hope to see you again Mr. Thunderlane." "Just Thunderlane Miss. Bye." "Goodbye M-, Thunderlane." Thunderlane smiled at her before pulling up the hood again and flying off down the hall. "My, what a handsome and considerate stallion." Ivy thought dreamily as she went back to her bed to read her book. Before climbing into bed Ivy hung her weather on the wall near her bed so she could always check the weather. As she sat in bed again her thoughts kept wandering so she couldn't concentrate on the book. "Hmm I really should find a steady job just like that stallion, or I won't be able to pay next months rent. She had enough money to pay for food and other necessities but that just wouldn't be enough. "Anyway I miss doing my job. Not doing your special talent really is hard. I do have a very odd special talent though. How many ponies need an artistic architect every day. I bet many don't even know what that is!" The more and more she thought about it she just knew she had to find a job, but who would want to hire somepony to do a job they didn't even know existed! "Well I'll I cross that bridge when I come to it. The rain has stopped and I believe I'll go back outside." There being lots of mud, Ivy pulled on her bright red galoshes and grabbed her map and pencil. Locking up behind her Ivy felt two eyes boring into her back. Turning around to she who it is, Ivy discovered an empty hallway. "That's strange I swear there was someone there." Shrugging Ivy flew down stairs and out the door. Not feeling like walking, Ivy flew high up the rooftops. Happily noticing no one in the area, Ivy picked a cloud in a convenient place to view the town. Settling down on the cloud, Ivy took out her unfinished map and proceeded to finish it. Ponyville being not that big of a town, Ivy finished within the hour. Putting the map and the half used pencil back in her saddlebags, Ivy got up and stretched her sore muscles. Flaring out her wings Ivy stepped down from the cloud and floated softly down to the ground. Touching down Ivy again felt the eyes in her back. Turning round, quicker this time, Ivy spotted a pink mass of something hurtling toward her. Ivy stubled back and nearly landed on her bum. Luckily the pinkie mass skidded to a halt mere inches from her nose. Ivy let out a tiny gasp. Now that the mass had stopped it turned out to be a pink pony with a bouncy pink mane. "Heythereyournewaroundherearen'tyou?" The pink mare started talking at a supersonic speed, while Ivy just sat and stared at her. "W-W-What did you say." Ivy ventured nervously. "Oh excuse me I get excited around new ponies. I said, Hey there you knew around here?" "Oh thank you." The mare looked at her expectantly. "What?" "Well are you?" "Well am I what?" "New around here silly!" "Oh yes, yes I am miss. May I ask what your name is?" "You may." Ivy internally groaned. This pony was turning out to be a nutcase. Ivy sighed "What is your name miss?" "PinkiePie, what's yours?" "Ivy." "Ivyyy." PinkiePie rolled her name over her tongue. "Well Ivy, as Ponyville's resident party planner I am obliged to throw you a party." Ivy startled at the very thought of a party, let alone one where she was the star! "Oh no, PinkiePie you really shouldn't." "Yes, I I should and will. So come to Sugarcube Corner tomorrow at noon and the whole town will be there." Ivy blanched at the words 'whole town'. "Bu-." "No buts Ivy, just be there or I will find you." PinkiePie fixed Ivy with a gulp inducing stare before turning around and bouncing off. Ivy groaned again except out loud this time. "What do I do, I can't face the whole town yet no way!" Ivy thought with fear as she walked back home. She walked in a trance all the way home not noticing anyone around her. Walking through the door of her apartment, Ivy sat down on the edge off her bed and put her head in her hooves. Having just gotten over the shock Ivy started crying, no sobbing, over what was going to happen. What was she gonna do! "Nothing." She realized. "There is nothing I can do. I am totally trapped! " Author's Note OOOHHH what's gonna happen? Read on to find out!
WeedHaving cried herself out, Ivy tried to think up a plan of action. She couldn't not go, Pinkie Pie would hunt her down and find her. She couldn't move again she actually liked this town! "Ugh, what do I do!" Firming up her resolve Ivy made a decision. She would go and try to not humiliate herself in front of all the ponies. They probably wouldn't even know she was the star of the party after two minutes. She was after all very forgettable. Strengthened by this new knowledge Ivy decided to do the thing any sensible pony would do. She slept on her decision to help further firm her resolve. Crawling into bed Ivy blew out the candle and tried no to think of her impending doom. "Ha, Ha, Ha what an idiot." "Ya, I can't believe she's the star of the party. What a doofus!" Ivy couldn't believe what she was hearing. What had she done! As if they heard her all the ponies turned their faces to her. "Nothing!' They crowed loudly. "Then why are you saying such mean things!' Ivy felt close to tears. "Cause, you don't have to do anything to be an idiot or doofus. It just your personality!" Acting like they had cracked a joke, the ponies started laughing their heads off. "Idiot, doofus, stupid!" Pointing and laughing at her all the ponies started chanting insults. "No one notices you cause your so stupid and not special! Even your 'Special Talent' isn't even special it's just stupid!" Ivy just couldn't take it anymore. Crying she started shouting. "No, it's not true! No! No! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOoooooooooooooooooooo!" Still shouting 'No!' Ivy woke up wrapped in sheets. "It was just a dream, just a dream." Panting heavily from the yell and shock, Ivy walked to the kitchen to get some water. Looking out of the window above the kitchen sink at all the stars, Ivy wondered if she would be able to go to the party after all. She was still scared spitless obviously! Knowing flying would be the only thing that would calm her down, she drained her cup and left out the door. Once outside Ivy took a deep breath before crouching down and shooting up into the sky. Ivy was pretty fast for a Pegasus believe it or not. Swooshing, and Zooming though the air helped Ivy clear her head and let her think straight. "I really am not a shy pony. I don't know why I'm so scared of the pony anyway. Heck, it sounds fun even. Hmm maybe I will go, it will definitely help my social skills after all." Still being extremely tired, Ivy decided to finish the night out on a cloud out under the open sky. She knew this would help to further calm her. Finding a nice and squishy cloud, Ivy rolled around on it trying to get comfortable. Finally finding the perfect spot, Ivy drifted off into a peaceful dreamless sleep. "Hey Miss Ivy. Miss Ivy. IVY!" Ivy startled awake at the voice of an extremely loud stallion in her ear. "What! That hurt you know!" She cried as she sat up. Only to find herself face to face to Thunderlane. Blushing heavily Ivy quickly backed up. "Sorry." He said guilty. "What do you want anyway and why did you have to be so loud!' Ivy was surprised at how snappish she was being. But in her defense it had been loud and she was resting quite nicely before the rude awakening. "Well first of all, your in my way and second, you wouldn't wake up." "Oh well, sorry, but why was I in your way?" "Well I have to move this cloud and you would have fell off." "Thank you for that I don't what to splatter on the sidewalk." "Anytime, and Hey, have you heard about the party Pinkie is holding today at noon for the new pony. She invited everypony to it and it's at Sugercube corner." "Oh I know, 'cause she holding the party for me." Ivy hid her faces behind her hooves while he processed this info. "BWA, HA, HA, HA!" Thunderlane burst out laughing and started rolling around on the cloud from the strain. Ivy's blushed deepened and she nearly buried herself in the cloud from the shame of it all. Eventually he stopped laughing and sat up. After regaining his breath and whipping away a tear he spoke again. "Sorry, I couldn't help it that is truly hilarious, You, this shy little thing will have to go though that monster party!" Regaining her dignity, Ivy started at this comment. She was forgettable but not shy! "Excuse me I may be forgettable and small but never shy. I resent that comment. hmff!" "Well would you look at that you have a little fire in your soul, who knew!' Ivy eyed him with a 'Don't try me' kind of glare. Grinning sheepishly he backed off. "Okay, okay I won't just please don't hurt me." He gave her Bambi eyes and added a little whimper. Shaking her head and sighing, Ivy smiled. "What will I do with you." "Nothing, I'm already perfect." He boasted puffing out his chest. She gave him 'The Look'. "Well not completely perfect." "That's more like it, but anyway to get back on topic. Yes, i have to go to that party, but you know what I'll be fine you just watch me." Ivy stomach suddenly let out a loud grumble. Grinning sheepishly she gave a hurried goodbye and flew back to her apartment. Still watching her Thunderlane sat on the cloud and murmured a small phrase. "Don't worry Ivy I will watch you. Forever and Ever." Author's Note To clarify Thunderlane was being romantic not creepy. That comment was a good thing.
TrimMeanwhile Ivy flew silently back to her apartment thinking of their conversation. "He was rude. Yet....he turned out to be a gentlecolt, and he is very handsome." Ivy dreamily thought me might actually like her. Shaking her head Ivy turned her thoughts back to reality. A colt liking her! It was impossible at best! Sighing heavily, she slowed down as her apartment was coming into view. Touching down slowly, yet still making a small cloud of dust rise up to meet her feet, Ivy walked in the front door and into the lobby. Walking in Ivy immediately noticed that the receptionist had returned. Wanting to ask her some questions, Ivy walked over to her desk. "Excuse me." Ivy ask in a crystal clear voice trying to get the mare attention. "Hm-, Oops, I mean, What can I do for you?" Ivy giggled politely at the mares mix up. "Oh not much, I just had some questions for you." Ivy tried really hard to sound confident in her speech. "Well go ahead and ask, thats what i'm here." The mare answered in a very professional voice. "Welllll..." Ivy continued trying to think of the what she wanted to ask. "Oh yes, now I remember. I wanted ask what the price of rent was and when it was due." Ivy said trying to make for her slip up. "That's easy miss. The rent is 70 bits, and rent is due every month." The mare said without missing a beat. Ivy was surprised at how low the rent was and how much time she had. "Thank you ma'am, now one more thing. If I may be so bold what is your name." Ivy thought if she knew the mares name they might become friends, and that could help boost Ivy's confidence. "Of course miss. My name is Apple Lace. What's yours?" The mare asked now curious of who Ivy was. "Ivy, I believe we have met before." The mare slapped a hoof at her forehead and gave her a sheepish smile. "Yes we have, I gave you your room number. How silly of me to forget. Sorry." Ivy gave her a smile to assure her it was fine. "Now if you'll excuse me Apple Lace, that is a very pretty name by the way, I must be getting to my room. A pleasure to meet you, I hope to see you soon." Ivy hoped she wasn't being rude cutting the mare off, but she was getting really hungry. "Same to you Ivy. Goodbye." The mare gave her a shy smile. Ivy smiled back before turning and trotting off to her apartment. Flying quickly up the stairs and down the hall, Ivy quickly went inside to make herself breakfast. She was starving! In her kitchen Ivy made herself an omelet with mushrooms. Standing waiting at the stove waiting for the omelet to cook, Ivy was dancing on her toes. As the heavenly smells of omelet and mushroom floated up into the air, Ivy was ready to eat it raw. After what seemed forever, the omelet was ready. Sitting down at the table Ivy dug in with a gusto that would have embarrassed a stallion. Finishing her omelet Ivy got up to do the dishes when she noticed the clock. With a screech that could have woken the devil, Ivy hustled into action. She couldn't believe she didn't check the clock! She had ten minutes to get to the party, and she didn't even know where it was! Throwing the dishes in the sink, styling her hair, and throwing on the only jewelry she had, four bracelets. She bolted out the door at the speed of lightning. Flying down the hall and the stairs at top speed, Ivy barely stopped in front of the desk to ask the Apple Lace for directions. Almost screeching again at finding the desk empty, Ivy bolted out the door and flew up into the sky. She figured since Pinkie Pie had invited the whole town everypony would be going in one direction and she could follow. Looking down at the ponies below, Ivy spotted where the all were going. Flying at the speed of light toward the cupcake shaped building everyone was going in, Ivy barely made it in before the clock struck noon. Touching down right in front of the door, Ivy let a huge breath out. Taking a deep breath back in, Ivy walked to the door and pushed it open. Author's Note DUN, DUN, DUH SEE WHAT HAPPENS!!!
Let Grow Part 1Sunlight streamed into Ivy's room though the window on the far wall. It grew until finally reaching Ivy's face on the bed. Ivy being shoved a face full of sun, sat up. She woke up a bit disorientated from her long dream the night before. She rubbed her eyes and couldn't figure out what happened before it all came rushing back to her. "Oh" She gasped as remembered what she had told Luna. She sighed when she remembered what she had resolved to do. "That's going to be many times harder than I made it out to be in my dream. And anyway I guess since Luna doesn't even know about my pas-, wait scratch that. Of course she knows. Well if she knows then she knows how hard it will be to stop dwelling in it." Ivy was having a surprisingly good time arguing with herself. Coming to no conclusion on what to do about the strange dream Ivy hopped out of bed and went to make breakfast. Humming to herself while cooking an omelet that had a delicious aroma, Ivy thought about what she needed to do that day. Since she had just moved to Ponyville she should walk around town getting to know ponies and more importantly orientate herself. "I could actually talk to ponies instead of just being all brisk and business like." She as she ate and gathered her bags together. After locking up behind her, something she tended to forget, she flew down the stairs and into the lobby. Surprisingly the receptionist was out already. "Hmm must be her day off, no matter just gives me an excuse to not speak to anypony yet." Ivy trotted down the street but instead of going to the market she turned down another street. She had brought a sketch book and pencil to make a map and to take note of the design of Ponyville architecture for future work. "I suppose I should be looking for work but I doubt there are many jobs for artistic architects around here." After walking and, sometimes even cantering, down a few streets mapping all of them she found what looked like the central park of Ponyville. Seeing an especially inviting spot by an oak tree, Ivy was leisurely strolling to it when her ears perked up to an odd sound. It sounded like buzzing and it was getting closer. Startled Ivy turned around only;y to come face to face with an oncoming pony riding a scooter. Ivy jumped away narrowly missing the scooter and what looked like a wagon being pulled behind it. The scooter skidded to a halt mere inches from where she previously stood. As the dust cleared and Ivy stopped coughing the rider and wagon occupants removed their helmets revealing the faces of three filly's, a Unicorn, Earth pony, and Pegasus. The Pegasus had a magenta mane, orange coat, and tiny wings. The Unicorn had a mane of two colors pink and purple, with a coat of white, and a cute little horn. The Earth pony had a bright red mane, yellow coat, and a large pink bow on her head. The Pegasus looked over first. "Oh, I am so sorry! I didn't see you at first and I just couldn't stop!" Ivy blinked several times to clear her head from the shock before answering. "No harm done little one you just need to be more careful next time." "Of course miss, I wouldn't want anymore near death experiences or people would start talk and then Rainbowdash might hear and that would be traumatic!" At this comment the Unicorn spoke up. "Scootaloo stop worrying over what Rainbow dash thinks so much and worry about if the poor mare is still in shock." The Unicorn shook her head in shame before turning to Ivy. "Now where are my manners you are probably wondering who your almost murders are. I'm Sweetie Belle, the worry wort Pegasus over there is Scootaloo, and this Earth pony beside me is Applebloom." "Hey there." "Howdy, Yes I know I have an accent but I'm a farm pony so y'all just have to accept it." Ivy smiled at Applebloom greeting she always did like rebellious fillies, even though she never was one. "No worries Applebloom I think it's cute." Applebloom blushed. "Aw shucks ma'am, thank you kindly." Sweetie Belle cleared her throat and tried to take back the thread of conversation. "Ah well thank Applebloom, but anyway miss as to repay you for that near death experience, just ask and we will grant you any service you require." All three fillies and gave shining smiles. Ivy smiled back though less grandly. "Oh thank you little ones but don't worry your heads over it. I'm sure I have everything well in hoof. Now you go play and enjoy this wonderful day."The three fillies smiled at her again and offered their sorry's and thank you's before waving goodbye and taking off again at lighting speed, most likely to harass another park visitor. Ivy smiled and sighed softly to herself. She hadn't let it show but the shock of it really had worn her out. The oak tree she had eyed earlier was still blissfully free of ponies. Walking over, with more caution this time, she lowered herself onto the soft grass and shook off her saddle bags. Laying her head down on her hooves she sighed softly with a contented air. "How blissfully peaceful it is here. Without the crazy fillies that is." She thought as she lounged on the soft grass and drifted in and out of her subconscious. She felt herself just about to go under when she heard a noise above her. "Oh what now." She thought as she got up with a groan and returned the saddlebags to her back. Looking up she saw that the sky had darkened considerably since she had laid down. As a Pegasus she knew a bad storm when she saw one, so wasting no time getting home she flew instead of walked. Flying cut the travel time in half so a half hour of travel turned into ten minutes also considering she took a direct route. Once back at her apartment building Ivy stood under the awning and shook herself, it had started raining when she was flying. When she was semi dry Ivy walked into the lobby and again noticed the receptionist wasn't there. "Hmm maybe I was the only one who didn't know about the storm? I should probably ask where I can get a weather calender." Ivy flew up to her door and unlocked it letting herself in. It was dark inside because the only like came from the windows and the storm blocked the sun. Considering her options Ivy emptied her saddlebag, put the map on the top of the dresser, and lit a candle. Her stomach had started grumbling so she went to the kitchen and fixed herself lunch. After she was done she took the candle over too the little table by the bed and set it there. Next, she went over to the shelf and picked out a mystery book. It was perfect for a rainy day. Climbing into bed, she read the book by the candle. Squirming a little to get comfortable, Ivy sighed and delved into the wonderful world of books. Author's Note Longest chapter so far! Hope you guys are enjoying reading it as much as I am writing it! Thanks!
