Chapter 9: Meet the Parents: Twilight

4 Months Later - Canterlot Castle

Celestia was already awake on a fine early Summer morning, considering she had to raise the sun, leaning on the balcony outside her bedroom. "Ah," Celestia said to herself, "what a fine Friday morning. I wonder what my sister is up to anyway?" Celestia then teleported to Luna's bedroom, to see she was still asleep. Celestia then made a sly smile and conjured up a glass. She then put hot water in it, and tip toed over to her sister. Just before Celestia could put Luna's hand into the glass, a voice rang out saying, "You seriously think that would work sister." Celestia yelped and noticed Luna was awake. "Dang it Luna, that would have been a good prank!" said Celestia. "Well your going to have to try harder next time Tia." Luna said chuckling. Celestia shook her head smiling and told Luna they should get some breakfast.

After breakfast, Celestia decided that before getting started on her royal duties for the day, she would take a stroll around the royal gardens. Celestia enjoyed walking through them, as it was tranquil and peaceful. Her favorite part though was the maze in the center of the gardens, which she and Luna would run through when they were little, they even sometimes run through it as adults. Yes, nothing could disturb the young Immortal princess, nothing....except a note falling from her head. Celestia looked down and saw a note that was addressed from Twilight. Celestia opened the note and it read:

Dear Celestia,

We've been dating for 6 months now and I think it's about time I tell my family about our relationship. I want to know if you want to have dinner with my parents and me tonight at 7. Let me know very soon.

Your love,

Twilight Sparkle

Celestia thought it over for a while. She knew that eventually she and Twilight had to tell Twilight Velvet and Night Light that their daughter was a lesbian and she and Celestia were dating, but Celestia was kind of nervous about telling them, thinking they would not accept it. But considering Twilight's family has had a history of supporting same-sex relationships and parts of Twilight's family were, in fact,homosexuals, Celestia guessed it would not hurt. So Celestia teleported back to her bedroom and wrote down a letter to Twilight saying she would attend that night. Celestia then left and got ready for her royal duties.

Meanwhile at Golden Oaks Library

Twilight was pacing in a circle waiting for Celestia's reply. She felt that now was a good time to tell her parents about her dating Celestia. Twilight was about to write another letter to Celestia until she Spike came into the living room holding a note from Celestia. Twilight grabbed it from Spike and opened it. "Please be a yes! Please be a yes!" Twilight said as she unraveled the note. Once she read it, Twilight's face glowed with excitement. "YES!!! She said she's coming!" Twilight exclaimed. Spike then scratched his head and said, "Uh, Twilight, should you tell your parents about this." Twilight then stopped and thought about it. She then realized she forgot to tell her parents she was coming up to Canterlot to visit. Twilight then said, "Spike, take a quick note." Twilight then told Spike to write down as follows:

Dear Mom and Dad,

I know it's been a while since I've talked to you, but I got some great news! I've found myself a special someone! I would love for you to meet them. I want to know if tonight is good? Hope to see you soon!

Your daughter,

Twilight Sparkle

Spike then rolled up the letter and used his magic fire-breath and it was whisked away to Twilight's parents house in Canterlot. An hour or two passed before Twilight got a response back. Twilight was relieved and happy that her parents were ecstatic about Twilight dating and that they are also happy to have her and her special someone for dinner at 7 that night. Twilight wrote a quick thank you note, sent it, and got herself ready for later that night.

Later That Night - Canterlot - 6:50 PM

Twilight was waiting outside of Canterlot Castle for Celestia, who was almost finished getting ready. Earlier that day, Celestia had told her court she was going to Twilight's parents house to talk about her studies, knowing fully well she was still keeping hers and Twilight's relationship a secret. As Twilight paced around, a popping noise and a white light appeared behind Twilight. "Well, I'm ready Twi." Celestia said. Twilight hugged her and the two teleported to Twilight's parents house.

When they rematerialized outside of Twilight's parents house, Twilight told Celestia to stay on the porch, for she wanted to tell her parents she was a lesbian and surprise them with her dating Celestia. Twilight knocked on door and it opened, revealing Twilight's parents, Twilight Velvet and Night Light. "Twilight, we are so glad you came. It's been a while, hasn't it?" Velvet said. "Yea," Twilight said, "it has, hasn't it." Night Light then said, "So, wheres the guy that dating my little girl?" Twilight then took a deep breath and said, "Actually Mom and Dad, it not a guy I'm dating, cause you see....you see..I'm.." Twilight then, with all her courage, "I'm a lesbian, and have been for 6 months now." Twilight then noticed her parents giving shocked expressions on their faces. Velvet then spoke up and said, "Twilight...we...we don't know what to say but-" Twilight looked away and said, "I know, I know, I'm a disgrace to our family, aren't I."

Twilight then looked up and saw her parents now had smiles on their faces and gave Twilight a hug. Twilight gave a look of confusion and then said, "Wait..so you're not mad at me?" Night Light then said, "Honey, it doesn't matter if your straight, gay, or bi, what matters now is that you found a person you can share your hopes and dreams with and who will love you no matter what. Why else do you think we support same-sex relationships?" Twilight then hugged her parents back and sighed. Night Light then said, "Anyway, to rephrase my question, wheres the lucky gal who's dating my little girl." Twilight then said, "OK, you can come out now!" Suddenly, Celestia appeared before Twilight's parents and said, "Hello Mrs. Velvet and Mr. Light, it's nice to see you both again!" Twilight's parents, however, were in complete shock. "Our daughter, is dating Princess Celestia," was racing through both their minds. Twilight looked worried and said, "Uh..Mom...Dad....are you alright?" Twilight Velvet then caught back to reality and shook her husband and said, "No, we're fine Twilight, it's just...well...your dating Princess Celestia." Twilight chuckled and said, "Don't worry mom, I know." Night Light then said, "Well, hows about we all go inside, we can't let you two stay out in the dark, now can we." They all chuckled at what Night Light said and they all went inside.

Twilight was happy things were doing well. After they all had a chat about the day, it was time for dinner. Twilight Velvet want to make a good impression for her daughter and Celestia, so she made a dinner with the family's secret recipes. "Well, don't sit there with empty stomachs, dig in everyone!" said Velvet. Of course, Twilight enjoyed her mothers cooking, but Celestia was hesitate at first. Everyone was now looking at her as Celestia took a cut up piece of chicken and began chewing it. Celestia's eyes then widened and she smiled, and began eating at an alarmingly fast rate, so fast in fact that Twilight and her parents couldn't believe it. After she finished, Celestia then said, "That was the best cooking I've had in a thousand years or so!" Twilight gave a worried look until she saw her parents looking pleased that Celestia had enjoyed their cooking.

After they were all finished, Twilight Velvet got up to clean the dishes and Celestia helped her out with them, after she pleaded to help when Velvet said she didn't have to since she was a guest. After the dishes were cleaned, they all decided to relax in the living room. They began talking about Twilight and Celestia's relationship and things were going well, until Velvet brought up something Celestia and Twilight were uncomfortable about. "So Twilight," Velvet said with a smirk, "when will me and your father be given some grandchildren from you two?" Twilight, who was drinking some wine, stopped and almost choked on it and Celestia's eyes widened. Celestia then said, "Um, Mrs. Velvet, it's a little early to be talking about that, is it?" Twilight, coughing, replied, "Agreed 'cough', I think 'cough' that's for another time. 'cough" They all chuckled and decided to change the subject.

After about 2 hours, Twilight realized it was getting late. So she and Celestia said goodbye and that they will visit again soon. Twilight then walked Celestia to one of the secret entrances of the castle and the two shared a deep kiss. "I had a great time tonight Twilight. It's good that your parents know about our little romance." said Celestia. "I agree," said Twilight, "but I'm going to have to tell them to keep our relationship a secret." Celestia chuckled and said, "Don't worry, I'll write to them and tell them to keep our secret." Twilight smiled and her and Celestia kissed once more. "Well, goodnight my sweet princess." said Twilight. Celestia replied, "Goodnight, my lovely Twilight." Twilight began walking off until Celestia stopped her and said, "Oh wait, I almost forgot."

Twilight then said, "Forgot what?" Celestia then said, in a worried voice, "Well, me and Luna every month go and visit our parents and I was wondering if you would like to meet them, considering I know your parents but you don't know mine." Twilight paused and thought it though for a second. She had never known about Celestia and Luna's parents other then old fairy tales about them being the first beings in Equestria. Twilight then said, "Alright, I come with you and Luna to visit your parents." Celestia then gave Twilight a bear-hug and said, "Oh thank you Twilight, I just know they will love you!" Twilight then began to catch her breath and her and Celestia both once again say goodnight to each other and both went to their homes, with the the thought of visiting Celestia and Luna's parents.

To Be Continued....in Chapter 10 (or Chapter 9B, which ever you prefer)

Author's Note

Ah...another chapter done, this one being much quicker then last time. Any who, nothing to say other then that Chapter 10 is about Twilight meeting Celestia and Luna's parents, but someone else will be there to greet them.

As always, read and comment. Constructive criticism is welcomed.

See you in Chapter 10 everyone!