Art of a Sun's Love Volume 1

Very much like Celestia, Flash Sentry plays a big role in this story. Eventually we'll meet our third hero. But for now, let's talk about Noble Shield.

Unlike his friends, Noble Shield was still single. Some guys said that Noble was lucky for being single as he wouldn't be stuck with so much responsibility, and could do whatever he wanted. He could see why some people said he was lucky; many of their girlfriends or wives were spoiled rotten and could be extremely picky over minute things. However, some guys had sweet and caring wives or girlfriends and they would also end up with their own little families. It made Noble Shield feel a bit left out.

"It would be so nice," he would often say to anyone who'd bother listening, "to have a wife and kids of my own." Although an optimistic fellow, Noble Gleam sadly felt that he would never have a family. One day, however, fate decided to do something about that.

"Hey you! Stop!"

Noble Shield turned in the direction of the voice and could see a young woman being chased by some police officers. She looked to be about his age, with dark blue hair with crystal blue streaks and cerulean blue eyes. Eventually, the two collided and fell to the ground.

"Oh! S-s-sorry, miss!" Noble Shield stuttered.

"Icy Heart," said the woman.

"That's a beautiful name."

"Hold it right there!" said a policeman.

"Excuse me," said Noble Shield, "but why are you trying to arrest this woman? Not that I'm butting into your business, you understand."

"This woman has been charged with assault and battery," explained one of the policemen, "she attacked someone and tried to beat them to death."

"That's awful," said Noble Shield.

"Thanks for noticing," said Icy Heart sarcastically.

"Now, I'm sure we can work this out like proper adults," said Noble Shield, "couldn't she just go on probation instead of jail?"

"Probation?" asked a cop, "This lunatic?"

"Who are you calling 'lunatic', copper?!"

"Watch it or we'll add assaulting an officer to the charges," warned another officer. Surprisingly, Icy Heart shut up after that warning.

"Very well," said the other officer to Noble Shield, "we'll give her parole. But since this is your idea, you're in charge of her."

And so, Noble Shield had to work out some legal arrangements involving Icy Heart. It took quite a while (I daren't mention how long as details would be tedious), but eventually, she was soon left under the eye of Noble Shield.

"Remember," said an officer, very sternly, "if she causes any trouble under your watch, waste no time to report it to us."

"Yes sir, I will sir," said Noble Shield. With that, he and Icy Heart departed.

"Why do you even bother with me?" she said coldly.

"Because someone as beautiful as you doesn't deserve to be locked like in jail," explained Noble Shield.

"Oh, so now you're trying to flatter me..."

"But seriously, why'd you attack the person? What had they done wrong?"

"I have a record for causing trouble," said Icy Heart, "but this time I didn't attack anybody. If anything, that person attacked me and some idiot thought it was the other way around."

"Oh, my. Well, with my help," said Noble Shield, "you can be a better person."

"Yeah right," Icy Heart scoffed.

A little while later, Noble Shield decided to take Icy Heart to a diner for lunch. Understandably, some customers were a little tense with her presence.

"Relax, everybody," said Noble Shield, "I'll be keeping an eye on her." However, this didn't do much to soothe their nerves; what if she suddenly snapped and threw a plate of food at an unsuspecting customer or waiter?

Noble Shield pulled out a chair for Icy Heart to sit in before seating himself. After a few seconds, a waiter finally had the courage to come to their table.

"M-may I take you o-order?" the waiter asked, trying not to look like a coward.

"I'll take some burnt toast and a rotten egg," said Icy Heart.

Both Noble Shield and the waiter gave her a confused look. "Burnt toast and a rotten egg?" they asked.

"Yeah, I've got a tape worm and that's good enough for him!" said Icy Heart.

"Ohh-kay then," said Noble Shield, a bit nervous. He cleared his throat and said, "I'd like a bowl of tomato soup with some garlic bread, please."

"Your orders will be ready soon," said the waiter, walking to the kitchen.

A few minutes later, the waiter came back with their orders. "Here you go," he said, "enjoy."

"Thanks," said Noble Shield.

"Took you long enough," snorted Icy Heart.

"Now, now," soothed Noble Shield, "it had to take them a while to burn your toast the way you wanted it."

Icy Heart rolled her eyes before saying, "thank you" in a half-sarcastic, half-genuine way.

A little while later, the two finished their meals. Surprisingly, Icy Heart made no attempts of misbehavior. The waiter soon came to take their plates.

"And would any of you care for dessert?" he asked.

"No, thanks. I'm a bit stuffed," said Icy Heart.

"As am I," said Noble Shield.

"Alright," said the waiter, "I'll have your bill ready."

"Thank you," said Noble Shield.

"Whatever," muttered Icy Heart.

Once they received the bill, Noble Shield paid for the meal and the two left.

"That was rather delicious," he said.

"So you say," Icy Heart muttered. Secretly, she actually enjoyed it, but didn't want to admit it.

After their lunch, Noble Shield suggested they talk a stroll through the park.

"Isn't it a lovely afternoon?" asked Noble Shield.

"Whatever," muttered Icy Heart.

At that moment, Twilight Velvet and Night Light went past. With them was little Shining Armor. The moment Twilight Velvet spotted Icy Heart, she pulled her son back.

"Don't look, Shiny," she whispered.

"But why?" asked little Shining Armor.

"That woman is dangerous," explained his mother, "she's not to be trusted."

"Good afternoon," Noble Shield waved.

"Noble, as much we respect you," said Night Light, "why are you spending time with that wacko?" Icy Heart scowled, but didn't dare say anything obscene in front of a child.

"She is on parole," said Noble Shield, "and I'm keeping an eye on her."

"Well, you'd better hope she doesn't hurt our son," said Night Light.

"Oh, you worry too much," said Noble Shield, "give her a chance." With that, the two groups parted ways.

"What does he see in that woman?" asked Twilight Velvet.

"Beats me," said Night Light, "one of these days, it could lead to someone getting hurt."

That evening, Noble Shield brought Icy Heart back to her place.

"You must be lucky at where you live," she scoffed, "I live in a rundown shack."

When they finally arrived, Noble Shield was shocked at what he saw. The state of Icy Heart's home looked like a tornado had gone through. Windows looked smashed, the porch bench was broken, and the door was barely hanging on for dear life.

"My goodness!" exclaimed Noble Shield, "Why would you ever live in a place like this?

"It was cheaper that way," said Icy Heart, "not much, but it keeps a roof above my head," she added as a rat scurried across.

"This cannot do at all," said Noble Shield, "I insist that you move out of this mess-hole and live with me."

"What are you talking about? This house is just fine, and nothing bad has happened yet-"

Before Icy Heart could finish, part of the roof collapsed. Then, as if it were like a domino effect, the rest of the house followed suit, ending with a loud crash, causing car alarms within a fifty foot radius to go off like no one's business. Some rats also scampered off onto the streets, scaring a passerby woman, who screamed and fled in the opposite direction.

"Then again," sighed Icy Heart, "I've been wrong before. Perhaps living with you for the night wouldn't be such a bad idea."

After the fiasco, and having to explain everything to the police and avoid arrest, Noble Shield brought Icy Heart to his own place.

"Here we are," he said, "make yourself at home."

"Hmm," said Icy Heart, "far more homely than what I used to have."

"I do hope you'll enjoy your stay here," said Noble Shield. As Icy Heart was his guest, Noble Shield offered to make her dinner.

"How does spaghetti sound?" he asked.

"Sounds fine, I suppose," she said.

Before long, Noble Shield had made some spaghetti for him and Icy Heart.

"I do hope you like it," said Noble Shield, "it's my grandmother's recipe."

Icy Heart tried a forkful of the spaghetti.

"This isn't half bad," she said after she swallowed, "did you actually add garlic while cooking?"

"Helps to keep the vampires away," Noble Shield joked. Icy Heart couldn't help but give off a small snort of laughter. This was probably the first time he'd seen her actually smile.

Before long, their dinner was finished.

"Care for dessert?" asked Noble Shield.

"As long as it's nothing too bland," said Icy Heart.

So Noble Shield made Icy Heart some blueberry cheesecake. "Another of my grandmother's recipes," he had said.

"Quite delicious," said Icy Heart.

That night, Noble Shield let Icy Heart sleep in the guest room.

"Not too shabby," said Icy Heart, "much more comfortable than my couch."

"I'm glad that you've enjoyed yourself thus far," said Noble Shield, "and I hope you'll have an even better day tomorrow."

Next morning, Noble Shield made some French toast for breakfast.

"After breakfast," said Noble Shield, "care to join me for another walk?"

"Eh, sure, why not."

"Splendid," smiled Noble Shield.

So, after breakfast, the two went for another walk. Whenever people saw Icy Heart, they would pull their children away and whisper for them to not go near her. For those without children, they'd simply hide behind the nearest object they could, usually a trash barrel or bush - one guy was unfortunate because he was allergic to pollen.

As they walked past a cafe, one of Noble Shield's friends walked up to him.

"Hey, Noble Shield!" said the friend, catching his attention.

"Oh, hey there, Rainbow Blaze," said Noble Shield, "what's up?"

"The guys and I were wondering why you're being so nice to that Icy Heart girl," said Rainbow Blaze, "rumor has it she spent a year in a nutbarn."

Icy Heart glared angrily, but did her best to keep from physically harming Rainbow Blaze.

"What do I see in her?" asked Noble Shield, "Why, that's quite simple..."

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That evening, Noble Shield and Icy Heart were sitting on a bench.

"Sure is a beautiful sunset," said Noble Shield.

"Yeah, sure," said Icy Heart.

Noble Shield remembered something and reached into his bag.

"I got you a slice of cheesecake," he said. He handed Icy Heart a colored cheesecake holder. Upon opening it, Icy Heart gasped in surprise. On top of the slice of cheesecake was a diamond ring.

"Are you hinting something with this?" she asked.

"Icy Heart," asked Noble Shield, "would you marry me?"

"Are you nuts?" asked Icy Heart, "We haven't even been together long enough for that."

"Ohh. Right..."

"But thanks for the ring," said Icy Heart, "it's beautiful."

"You're wel-" Noble Shield didn't get to finish as Icy Heart quickly kissed him on the lips.