Gold Streak kept checking his watch.
Five minutes.
Ten minutes.
Twenty minutes.
It was almost 10:30, and Berry Punch hadn't shown up yet. His pinstripe vest was perfectly pressed, his bowtie was expertly tied, teal and gold-striped mane and tail neatly combed. He had made sure he looked like the most gentle of gentlecolts. Not wanting to order before his date arrived, Gold had already sent the waitress back six times. All he had was a small glass of water, which he was currently tapping his hoof against.
"I wonder what did it this time? The fangs? The eyes? Maybe the wings?" he thought, trying to figure out what scared her off. He was one of only four or five bat ponies living in Ponyville, most ponies here weren't very accepting of them. He sat there for another ten minutes, contemplating. "Probably the fangs."
Just then, the waitress came back to him, "I'm sorry Sir, I know what it's like to be, um, left alone like this." she said, obviously trying to be as delicate as possible.
"It's okay, it's not the first time." said Gold Streak. As the waitress left him, he noticed another mare walking towards him.
"Hey there, I saw you sitting alone, so I thought I might come say hi." she said, smiling bright, revealing her fangs. She was a bat pony, same as himself. She had a light grey coat, her maroon and pink mane and tail were neatly braided and she had the most beautiful violet eyes he'd ever seen. She wore a violet dress, as well as a violet ribbon in her hair, which brought out her eyes beautifully. "I'm Starlit Night, is this seat taken?" she asked sweetly.
"Not at all, please, sit. I'm Gold Streak, It's a pleasure to meet you." he said, smiling.
"Likewise. If I may ask, why are you sitting alone tonight?" she asked as she sat down, tilting her head.
"Well, my date tonight kind of, stood me up." he replied, tapping his hooves together nervously.
"Really? Well, it just so happens that my date blew me off as well. I haven't seen you around town that much, did you just move here?"
"Yeah, I've been here for a few days now. Came from Hollow Shades." Starlit opened her mouth to say something, but the waitress trotted up to them, smiling all the while.
"Would you two like to order something tonight?" she asked. The two bat ponies looked at each other before looking back to the waitress.
"Actually, yes, I believe so." Gold said, "I would like the Mango Soufflé and a Cherry Fizz soda please."
"And I would like the same, but add strawberries and a non-alcoholic Apple Cider, please." Starlight replied.
"Okay, I'll have your order ready in a few minutes!" said the waitress. After she left to fulfill the orders, the two bat ponies talked about various things. They talked about everything under the moon; from what their jobs were, to how they liked Ponyville, even to what they liked to do for fun.
After a few minutes, the waitress brought their food out and they happily munched on their dinner.
It was around 11:50 when they left the restaurant. The duo was currently laughing about how the had come to meet, both having been in similar situations.
"I had fun tonight, Gold. I'm actually kind of glad I got stood up."
"Heh, me too." Gold Streak agreed. He was currently walking her home after their impromptu date. "I'd like to do this again, for sure." he said, giving Starlit a smile.
"So would I, it was really fun. Are you doing anything tomorrow night?" she asked, leaning up against his side. This surprised him, and he couldn't decide if he should drape his wing around her or not. "You know what? All or nothing, right?" And with that thought, he gingerly placed his wing across her back. He was pleasantly surprised when she nuzzled deeper into his embrace.
"No, I think I'm free. What do you have in mind?"
"Well, let's see." Starlit looked up in thought, "How about a picnic in the park?" she asked, looking up at him.
"I think a picnic sounds very nice, what time do you want me to pick you up?"
"Does 10:30 sound alright?" she said, smiling. How could he say 'No' to that face?
"I think it sounds lovely." Gold Streak said in a Trottingham accent, earning a giggle from the mare beside him. The two walked silent for a bit, both enjoying the other's company. It is unfortunate that all things must come to an end. After about ten minutes, they stopped next to a small, two-story home. Starlit looked up to Gold.
"I'm glad I met you tonight, Gold. You're a sweet, kind Gentlecolt. I can hardly wait for tomorrow night." she said, smiling. Gold felt himself start to blush at her words. Seeing him caught off guard, she took this as her chance. Slowly, she leaned into him and nuzzled him gently. Surprised, he was only able to stand there, shaking nervously. The mare giggled, then turned to the door of her house. She opened the door and stepped inside, but before shutting it, she turned around to face Gold.
"Goodnight Gold Streak. I'll see you tomorrow." she said, smiling sweetly.
Still recovering from her nuzzle, he simply said, "Sweet dreams, Starlit Night." Watching as the door slowly closed, the young Stallion turned towards his own house, on the other side of Ponyville, and took to the air. On his way home, there was only one thing on his mind.
"Did I really just find my very special somepony?"
The End.
