Luna and I are now in the magic wing at the library, near Star Swirl’s wing. She picks out a few books from the shelves about magic basics; all written for the purpose of teaching young ponies how to control their magic. We then sit down at a desk as Luna sets the books down on it.

I excitedly look at Luna, eager to learn about how to use my own magic. “So, you understand magic in Equestria, which book do we start with?”

She smiles and opens a book titled ‘Magical Lessons for Foals’. “I believe that we should start with this. Most unicorn parents go over this book with their unicorn foals. It is a good a start as any.”

I nod and look through the chapter names until I spot one about using magic. The previous chapters seemed to be about magical outbursts and keeping them in check. “I guess we start with that chapter?” I ask as I point to the chapter name.

Luna looks and nods. “I would suppose so, as you do not seem to be experiencing any form of magical outbursts.” She flips to the correct page with her telekinesis and skims through. “Hmmm, it seems fairly straightforward. Simply follow my instructions, Travis.”

I give her a smile and nod in affirmation. “Of course, I’ll do my best.”

Luna gently nuzzles me. “I am sure you will. Now close your eyes and relax.”

I do as she says and close my eyes, whilst focusing on my breathing to meditate and relax. Seems simple enough so far, I just have to make sure I don’t get too giddy about the idea of using magic. “All right, easy for now.” I then listen for further instruction.

“Very good, now visualise a coloured energy building up inside of you, feel it grow.”

I softly nod and try to imagine magic inside of me. What colour should it be? Is it the colour it will take when I use it like how Luna’s is blue? Think, think, come on… Will anything do? Stuff it, green will do. I try harder to visualise a green kind of energy growing inside, but I don’t feel any different.

“Are you ready for the next step, Travis?”

I shake my head a bit. “No… I don’t think so… I’m imagining the energy, but I can’t feel it. Does the colour matter?”

“Hmmm, yes and no. The colour is integral to your very being, but magic itself does not prefer any one colour over another. Try to look inside of yourself, you will find your colour.”

“All right, I’ll try again…” I clear my mind of green and try to sense my inner self. What is my colour? I like green, but I guess that isn’t it… I allow myself deeper into my meditation and tune out my surroundings. There is nothing. My instincts, what do they say? I don’t know. I let out a slight growl of frustration. Damn it, maybe I’m trying the wrong magic method. I open my eyes. “It’s no good, Luna…”

She gives me a supportive nuzzle and pecks my cheek. “That is fine, after all, this is a pony method, it might not apply to you.” Luna puts away a couple of books. “We will just have to try something else.”

I calm down, nuzzling and kissing her back. “Okay, that’s what I was beginning to think.”

Luna looks over to a nearby shelf and pulls out some other books with her magic. She quickly checks through the newly chosen books, before finding what she was looking for. Luna then focuses on a chapter in one of the books about non-pony magic. “This may yield better results for you. Close your eyes and relax again.”

I close my eyes and meditate just like before, hopefully this next method is more compatible with me. “All right, what should I do differently?”

“Focus on yourself, your whole body. Listen to your breathing, pay attention to how your body feels. Once you are focused, imagine tension throughout your inside and buzzing on your outside. Connect to your inner self to fuel it, do not worry about colours or appearance of any energy.”

Okay, that sounds very similar to the previous method, with only some changes. Oh well, guess it’s worth a shot. As I feel the most relaxed, I then pay attention to how I feel all over. I think of the tension and tense up. I don’t feel any buzzing though. I try to imagine it, but there is nothing. That’s alright, maybe it’ll start if I try to focus on my inner self. I look into myself once again, I try to draw something, anything out. Nothing. I tense up more in frustration, but that doesn’t seem to help at all.

“Do you feel anything this time?”

I open my eyes and shake my head, letting go of the tension. “Nothing, apart from my own tension that I’m physically causing… I have a feeling that none of these books will actually help. I’m a new species, with a new magical signature. It would be extremely unlikely for there to be an answer for me in books about magic in Equestria or Mundus as a whole…”

Luna nods and hugs me. “That would make sense. I simply thought that we should at least try the books first. I am sorry that it did not help.”

I hug Luna closely in return. “It’s fine, don’t worry about it. It was an idea that was worth trying. This probably means that I have to find the answer myself. I’m guessing that meditation and self-reflection would still be key.”

She gently strokes my hair with a hoof. “Would you like to meditate some more to think about it now, or would you prefer to come back to this another time?”

I run one of my hands through her magical mane as she strokes my hair. “I think I’ll have a bit of a break, maybe continue it tomorrow. Sometimes having a break allows people to see something they didn’t before.”

Luna smiles and nods softly. “That would indeed be wise. Perhaps we should go to night court?”

I smile back and gently kiss her cheek. “Sure thing, although I was wondering if we have some time to have dinner beforehand?”

Luna puts away the books with her magic and thinks for a moment. “If we were to go to night court now, we would be rather early. I think that we do indeed have enough time for a pre-court dinner. Just give me a moment first.” She gets up from her seat and walks towards a window as she then raises the moon.

“Nice, it’ll be good to have already eaten before we go to night court.” I get up and watch her with an amazed smile. It’s still such an impressive act. We then hug each other when she finishes, before letting go so that we don’t arouse any suspicions as we make our way to the dining hall. A grey coated and brown maned unicorn stallion takes our orders after we arrive at the hall and take our seats. Luna orders some soup, while I order a fettuccine carbonara; both of us ordering water to drink.

Luna looks across from the table at me with a soft smile. “Would you like to play chess again at night court once I am done with the petitions?”

I mirror her smile and nod. “Yeah, I’d love to, even though I can hardly win against you, you’re amazing at it. Although I guess it’s kind of expected of a ruler to be good at strategic games such as chess.”

She giggles and blushes a bit. “Do not worry, I am sure that you will improve as we play more. After all, playing against one greater than yourself is a better way of improving than playing against one who you are greater than.”

That’s something wise enough for that potential quote book that I’ll probably never end up making. I chuckle softly. “That’s both true and wise.” After a bit of silence, I think for a moment, when I suddenly remember that mare back at the theatre. “Oh, should we try to think of a plan in case that mare serving us at the theatre has gossiped about us?”

Luna is quite for a short time, before replying. “That would be a good idea, but I am unsure as to what that plan could possibly be. If it becomes big news and we are asked about it, then we should be honest. However, as for managing any sort of commotion, I do not know what we could do apart from simply accepting whatever reaction our ponies have.”

She makes a good point there… I don’t see what else we could do. “Hmmm, that’s fair enough. I guess we’ll just be honest and hope it all turns out well. Either way, once the news is out and confirmed, we won’t have to hide our affection for each other from others.”

Not long after I finish my sentence, the waiter stallion and a waiter mare walk into the hall with our dinner. They check to see if we’re satisfied, then leave. The carbonara smells great, but it has no bacon, that’s not really a surprise. Luna and I then dig into our meals. Except for the lack of bacon, the carbonara tastes brilliant, just as good as everything else the castle chefs have cooked so far.

I look up at Luna every now and then as I eat, also drinking my water throughout the meal. She seems to be enjoying her soup as much as I’m enjoying my carbonara. The waiters return and take the dishes when we finish. Luna and I then rise as we head over to the throne room. Surprisingly, there is a rather large gathering of ponies waiting at the throne room door. Some of them look like servants, but a fair number appear to be dressed in what looks to be expensive clothing. I hope it doesn’t mean what I think it means…

As we approach, the crowd becomes animated as they send a barrage of questions and various statements to Luna. Most of the better dressed ponies seem angry, plenty of them giving me dirty looks. What little I can gather from the overwhelming mix of voices is that they want to know what the hell is happening with Luna and I. Of course.

Some night guards hold the crowd back as Luna and I walk into the throne room. “Well then, it looks like it won’t be empty court…” I state as we walk to the throne. I then stand off to the side like last time.

Luna takes her place on the throne. “Indeed, it would appear that the waiter from the theatre has gossiped about our romantic behaviour.” She then gives me a kind smile as I stand to the side. “This time you may stand on the step just below the throne, I would like you to be close to me for this.”

“And I would love to be close to you, but it will feel weird standing up there. I’ll feel like I’m overstepping my bounds.” I look around nervously and then walk up the steps to the throne until I am on the last one before the throne.

She leans down to give me a soft and reassuring nuzzle. “Do not worry, you are not overstepping your bounds at all. You are not on the throne itself, but you are my romantic partner, so it is fitting for you to at least be close to me. Even though we are not married or engaged, it is your right to be high on the steps.”

I nervously smile and nuzzle her back affectionately. “All right, it’s still a little nerve wracking though, and kinda’ crazy to think I belong in this position. I would have thought it wouldn’t be my position until it is official…” I then turn to face the door to the throne room as I finish nuzzling Luna. “Anyway, let’s get this over with.”

Luna then speaks the same words I heard her say two nights ago, although with a little trepidation this time. “Night court is now open, visitors are welcome.”

A night guard opens the door to allow one stallion into the room, probably ensuring that we don’t get overwhelmed by a crowd. The stallion seems to be dressed well in a black collar and blue tie, so I assume he’s a noble of some sort. He’s a fairly large unicorn with a white coat, and blonde mane and tail. He looks quite upset. “What is that creature that stands so high on the throne steps, Aunty Luna? It is dressed as a commoner, if a commoner were to wear clothing.” Luna’s nephew? He must be a prince. I already don’t like his attitude, he’s one of those snobbish rich people.

Luna seems to be unimpressed by the way her nephew addressed me. “He is a human, and his name is Travis Blackbourne. He stands high on the throne steps as I have entered a romantic relationship with him.” She then looks at me and gestures to her nephew. “Travis, this is my nephew, Prince Blueblood.”

Before I can speak, Blueblood immediately responds. “Romantic relationship? With him?! Does he even possess any sort of nobility?”

Luna shakes her head. “No, he is no form of noble, but that does not matter. He is my lover, and that is that.”

“But that’s outrageous, Aunty! How could you love a commoner?! I will refuse to be below him!” The prince stamps on the ground angrily.

Luna rises from her throne and spreads her wings in what I assume is a display of authority. “He has a name, use it. And I love him because he is far sweeter than any noble I could ever hope to meet. As for your position, you have no say in who I choose to be my lover. You can learn to accept him, or you can renounce your nobility, that is your choice.”

He shakes his head and stamps more in frustration. “But! But! I refuse to renounce my nobility!”

Luna gives him a stern look. “Then you must accept Travis as my romantic partner, and his position over you in the future when he too becomes a prince.”

I grin as he becomes speechless to the situation. It’s great to see a snob like him put down a peg. “Now, it is nice to make your acquaintance, Blueblood.” I then decide to really get on his nerves, by wrapping an arm around Luna and kissing her cheek, before looking right at Blueblood. “I’m sure you’ll get used to calling me uncle in the future…” That’s a weird thought to have, to be honest. He’s probably older than me, but I’ll be his uncle, if Luna and I go so far as to get married. I guess that happens when you get into a relationship with somebody about a thousand or more years older than you.

Blueblood stamps his hooves a bit more and glares at me. “We’ll see about that… Travis… You dirty, gold digging commoner…” He then turns and stomps out from the throne room.

Luna giggles a little bit and kisses my cheek back. “Not the nicest way to introduce yourself to my nephew, but very entertaining and well deserved. I swear that he is too stuck up for his own good sometimes.”

I nuzzle her before she sits back down on the throne. “Yeah, it was hilarious to see his frustration as we put him back in his place; snobs like him really annoy me. I must admit though that I do feel little bad about how I handled that, but just a little.”

“It is all right, I am sure that you two can make it up to each other some other time, when he is more used to you.” Luna then looks back to the door. “I am ready for the next visitor.”

The guard lets in another pony. This time it’s a pale blue earth pony mare with a pink mane and tail, and pink eyes wearing a hat, despite being indoors at night. She also seems to be carrying a notepad and quill. Something tells me that she’s probably a reporter of some kind, no doubt wanting to get the big scoop on the new relationship between Luna and I. She bows before us. “Good evening, Princess Luna and…” She stops bowing to look at me. “And what might your name be?”

I give her a friendly smile. “Travis.”

She quickly jots something down in her notepad with the quill in her mouth, then finishes her greeting. “And good evening, Travis. My name is Fresh Babble, and I’m a journalist for The Equestrian Herald. I was wondering if either of you would like to answer a few questions?”

Luna and I look at each other, before looking back at Fresh Babble. Luna decides to speak first. “I believe that we can answer some questions, but we will hold some things back for an announcement at a later date.”

Fresh Babble writes down some more notes. “I see… An announcement? Is it about Travis?”

Luna nods. “Yes. There will be an announcement to introduce Travis, a human, to Equestria.”

The journalist keeps writing in her notepad. “But there’s more to the announcement, right? There’s talk amongst the servants and some of the nobles that this human, Travis, is your lover. Is this true?”

Luna and I blush, and Luna continues to answer for both of us. “You will have to wait for the announcement to see if such rumours are true or not. These rumours will be addressed in the announcement.”

Fresh smiles and continues to write what she can. “Interesting… Travis, you seem to be quiet, is there anything you would like to say?”

I look around nervously as I think of what to say. “Not really… Luna seems to be doing a good job with answering your questions… Unless there’s anything you want to ask me in specific?”

She nods to my question. “Of course, everypony would be wondering where you came from. Or will that be explained in the announcement?

I think for a bit. “Hmmm, it’ll probably be explained in the announcement, but it couldn’t hurt to just tell you now. I’m from another world called Earth, and possibly another universe. I used to live in a land called Australia, it’s separated from the rest of the world by an ocean but there is technology that allows people to easily communicate between different lands. I guess I’m straying from the point, but yeah, a world called Earth and a land called Australia.”

Fresh Babble writes some more in her notepad. “All right, and forgive me for asking, but are you any sort of royalty or nobility? Something about the way you speak and dress tells me that you’re just an average person back on Earth.”

I nod nervously. “Yeah, I’m not royalty or anything. Class wise, I’m just an average person.”

“Okay…” She jots down a few more things. “Maybe two more questions for you, Travis. Do you miss being on Earth? And what do you think of Equestria?”

I softly shake my head. “I don’t really miss Earth all that much. I mean, I miss my family, and the one friend that I did have, but nothing else. As for Equestria, I think it’s amazing. Overall it seems like a very peaceful and beautiful land. There’s even magic, and mystical creatures and species. Back on Earth, magic was generally seen as fictional. So, I really like Equestria so far.”

Fresh Babble writes down some more, before finally putting away her quill and notepad. “I’m sure the readers will love to see such a positive outsider’s view on Equestria.” She then bows to Luna. “Thank you for your time, Princess Luna and Travis.”

Luna nods and smiles politely. “You’re welcome, have a good night, Fresh Babble.”

I smile too. “Yeah, no problems, Fresh. I hope the story gets a good reception.”

“Good bye.” She then turns and leaves the throne room, seemingly happy with the interview.

I look up at Luna as I finally relax. “I guess that went pretty well, all things considered. I was a little nervous and worried - I’ve never been interviewed by a journalist before - but it didn’t seem that bad.”

She looks back down at me and kisses my cheek. “You did well, Travis dear. I am proud of you for remaining composed and responding with safe answers.”

I blush softly and return the kiss. “Thanks, I’m guessing you’re more used to being professional for interviews.”

Luna gives me a lovely smile. “Indeed, I am, although I only began receiving such experience after my return from the moon. Journalists did not really exist a thousand years ago, at least, not in the same way they do today.” She then turns to face the door once more, calling to a guard. “How many more visitors are there and what are their reasons for visiting?”

“Just a moment, Princess.” A guard from outside the door responds. There is silence for some time, before the guard calls an answer. “There are eleven noble ponies and they all request to speak about the rumours of you and Travis.”

Luna lets out a soft sigh. “There is no point in receiving them all, simply tell them that there will be an announcement regarding the rumours at a later date.”

“Yes, Princess.” There is some muffled talking behind the door and then there are several sounds of annoyance. A little later the guard steps into the throne room. “They are unhappy, but have accepted your dismissal for the time being and left.”

Luna visibly relaxes upon hearing that. “I am happy to hear that. Now bring the unanswered petitions with paper, ink, and a quill.”

I sit down on my step as we wait for the guard to bring the stuff Luna asked for. It’s a good thing that we had dinner beforehand. The rest of night court then proceeds as usual with Luna reading and dealing with the petitions left over from day court.

After court, Luna and I make our way to our bed chambers, happy that court is finally over. The night guard salutes Luna and nods to me as Luna opens the door to the tower. I nod back to the guard; I should probably learn his name some time since I’ll probably be seeing a lot of him now. We walk up the spiral staircase to our room and enter.

Luna looks at me with a warm smile. “Travis, would you like to remove my tiara and put it on its stand for me?”

I return the smile and nod. “Of course, Luna.” I gently place the tips of my fingers on her tiara and lift it from her head, carefully transferring it to the stand. I then kiss her cheek softly. “There you go.”

Luna tenderly kisses my cheek in turn. “Thank you,” She then removes her boots with telekinesis and lays down in her- no, our bed, leaving the sheets lifted for me. “Will you join me now or later?”

I blush a bit. “I’ll join you in a moment, after I put away my clothes… Uh, where can I put them?”

Luna blushes a little too, and nods to the bedside table. “You may place your clothes on the bedside table for now.”

I smile nervously and nod, walking around to the bedside table. “All right…” I then take off my shirt and jeans, putting them on the small table. I blush a little more as I get into bed and snuggle closely to Luna in just my underwear. I wrap my arms around her in a loving embrace, feeling her coat and warmth on my bare skin. It feels so new, and yet so comforting.

She wraps one of her wings and one of her forelegs over me, pecking my lips with a slight blush. “I am so glad to have found you in the garden when you appeared, Travis.”

I warmly return the kiss and nuzzle her neck. “So am I, Luna. I’m so happy that Jack’s ritual spell went wrong and sent me here. For the first time in years, I’m eager to see what tomorrow brings.”

Luna rests her head just above mine for a moment. “The same could be said for me…” She then moves her head so that she can look into my eyes. “Travis, I love you.”

I look back into Luna’s gorgeous, teal eyes and place a hand on her cheek. “I love you too, Luna.” I then lean in, close my eyes and tilt my head to kiss her lips firmly, yet gently. It still feels just as amazing as the first time we kissed. I feel her equine tongue press against my lips and I allow her entrance to my mouth. “Mmmm…” I softly moan into her mouth and slide my tongue along hers, the sensation overpowering my mind. Her long tongue then briefly wraps around mine, before she pulls it back, encouraging me to slip my tongue into her mouth.

Luna lets out a quiet moan as I trail my tongue along what I can reach in her mouth. Not long after, we break the kiss and pant for breath, both of us feeling much warmer now. “That… Was divine… Travis…” She then rests her head above mine once more and pulls me a little closer.

I hug her a little tighter too and nuzzle into her neck. “Yeah… Luna… It really was…” I keep snuggled close to her in peace, simply enjoying the closeness and affection. I feel the happiest I’ve ever been. When I went along with Jack’s ritual, I never could have predicted this. There’s no way I could have seen myself falling in love with a pony princess when I went to Jack’s house. If Twilight finds a way to make a portal back to Earth, I’ll have to thank Jack for sending me here.

Luna fondly kisses my forehead. “Good night, Travis, I will visit your dreams if I am not called to the nightmare of anypony.”

I smile and kiss her neck. “Good night, Luna, I hope that if you must help anyone, it goes smoothly.” I close my eyes and allow myself to relax more as we are cuddled closely. I feel so comfortable, so satisfied. I notice my tiredness catching up to me, and give in to it.

Author's Note

So, I was writing Chapter Thirteen and decided that the start of it would be better off in this chapter. Sorry for any confusion that this edit/update may cause.