Hybrid

As I looked at the new house, it wasn’t as good as our old one. Despite the house being bigger, it just didn’t look that creative. The walls were white, and the roof was black. I didn’t like or hate it, it was just so plain to me.

“Here we are, our new home!” Well, at least dad’s satisfied.

He looked over at me, noticing my unsatisfied look. “What’s wrong sweetie?” he asked.

“Nothing,” I replied. “It’s just that…it doesn’t look or feel the same as our old home. Our old home was so bright and creative, and this one’s just dark and boring.”

He thought for a second. “Well, I guess it is little plain. But hey! You could make it a whole lot better with those hands of yours!”

I wasn’t buying it.

“Look, think of this as your canvas. We’re starting somewhere new, like a new idea. All those memories you make here will make that canvas bright and colourful as you paint your story here. Plus, maybe the inside of the house will be a little more expressive.”

I smiled. “I guess I could give it a go.”

Just then, our new next-door neighbours came to greet us. One was a pink unicorn with a rainbow mane, and looked about my age. The other, was another unicorn with a dark purple mane and dark red skin. She looked a little younger than the pink unicorn.

“Hi, and welcome to the creative galaxy! My name’s Artistic Inspiration, but you can call me Arty. This is my little sister Devffiti Tagz.”

Thinking about the opportunity to make some new friends, I introduced myself. “My name’s Wave Cipher, but you can call me Wave. I’ve just moved here now that I’ve been accepted into Creative’s school for gifted artists.”

Arty had a thrilling look on her face. “Awesome! Me and my little sister have been there for a few years now, the school’s great. Tomorrow on your first day, I could show you around and introduce you to my friends!” She looked over at the piles of boxes. “Right now, maybe I could help you unpack.”

I smiled at her. “Sure!” She followed me into the house to help me unpack my things. My first friend, I thought.

The next morning, it was my first day at my new school! I usually hate early Monday mornings, but today was different. I finally got into the school of my dreams, and I couldn’t wait. Arty and Devffiti showed me the way to school, and to be honest, it wasn’t that far form where we lived. Once we got to school, I was excited for the day ahead.

A white Pegasus walked up to me. She had a purple mane with blue and green highlights.

“Welcome to your new school! I’m Creative Galaxy, the headmistress of the school. I’m expecting great things from you, Wave.” She turned over to Arty. “Arty, I’d like you help Wave get settled into the school, and show her around.” Arty beamed. “Of course Miss Galaxy! Me and Wave are good friends, and I’ll make sure she gets settled in.” Creative smiled. “Good. Now you’d best head of to your classes.” She trotted off into the school. Me, Arty and Devffiti walked into school together, chatting.

A new beginning, I thought, as I entered the dream I’d been waiting for all this time...