Mystogan was released in front of Rarity's shop after the guards had dropped him off. He sees that the sign was switched to open. so he pushes the door open and walks in. The bell ringing when he did. He looked around expecting Rarity to be in the main room.

"One moment, I will be with you shortly..."

Mystogan could hear the sadness in her voice. Did something happen while she was gone?

"Rarity...its just me. Are you alright? You sound upset."

There was the sound of objects falling, and what sounded like stumbling. Rarity came around the corner of her work room, eyes widened,and a big smile slowly forming across her muzzle. Without so much as a warning, she charges at him and wraps her arms around him lovingly and nuzzles. Mystogan nearly falling back from the surprise glomp. Rarity squeezed and squeezed, hugging him tight enough that he was beginning to feel his back pop.

"Raven, I was so worried! When they took you away I thought they would have had you imprisoned within the castle..."

"Rarity...why do you worry for me so much? You hardly know who I am, and yet you treat me as family when I am here. Its only been a day since I have met you..I mean I am not complaining one bit. I am just curious."

Rarity lowered her eyes and looked at him, a sad smile on her face.

"You remind me of a younger colt I grew up with that's all. He was just like you. Kind, caring, and even stood up for others by any means necessary. He was like a little brother to me. We played, ate, even slept together when he came over some nights. And I see him in you. Even your eyes are the same beautiful blue. But unfortunately..sickness took him from me and his family. But when I learned a bit about you and what you did back in your world...well, I just couldn't help myself. I knew that an instant bond would form between us. Don't you think so to...?"

Mystogan thought on it for a moment. He did like the way she smelled, it reminded him of something he can't seem to remember, but he knows it is a fond memory. perhaps back at the orphanage? And her warmth and kindness did make him feel safe. In his mind a face came into view, blurry at first, but soon came into full view of a pretty girl with bright purple eyes, long golden hair that parted neatly in the middle and a smile that would brighten up anyone's day. She was about seven years older than him and always treated him with love and care, even if no one else would. She came to the orphanage when he was seven, and she was fourteen. She grew up to be some big important business woman, while he was chosen as a god eater. they were split apart forcefully by the staff when the news came that Mystogan would become a god eater, and he was to sever his ties with the orphanage and all those he knew. Including her

"Megumi..."

He sliently whispered, tightening his arms around the white unicorn and gripping the back of her shirt. His eyes shutting tight as the painful reminder of the split up of his adopted sister was brought to light. Mystogan dropping to his knees as he goes quiet, Rarity holding him close as she falls to her knees beside him

"Raven, what is the matter darling?! Are you alright?!"

It would seem that remembering things like this, have caused him quite a headache, his eyes widen and his pupils shrink a bit. Why was thisn causing him pain? Was this memory meant to be kept from him for a reason? He places a hand over the left side of his face. Then looking up to Rarity who had a genuinely look of concern on her face.

"You...remind me of someone who I lost years ago as well Rarity..her name was Megumi..she was my big sister..not by blood but you understand. The way you smell..and the way you take and act. You are just like her. The problem is. Why couldn't I remember this till now? Its like the memory was locked away in my mind until I really thought about you and it."

Rarity brought him closer and ran her fingers through his hair, closing her eyes and just consoling him the best way she could.

"I lost her because I was chosen to become a god eater at an early age. So they split us apart in the orphanage I stayed in. I never heard from her ever again. And now when it's too late...I can never see her again. Now that I am here..."

Rarity brought her hands to his cheeks and locked eyes with him, she could see the sorrow within his, no tears, but sorrow.

"Listen to me Raven. I am sure you cared for this girl very much, and I am sure you still do. But you need to let go of the past. I am not saying forget about her,I would never ask you of that. But you need to move ahead, dear. The world you left behind is now gone. I have told you this. You have a new family here now, me and Sweetie Belle. And soon, you will have so many other friends here in this world you will be able to lean on. And if anything else, Me and Sweetie Belle will always be there for you, even if others won't be. Do you understand me, Raven?"

"Its Mystogan...."

"..Pardon, dear?"

"My real name..is Mystogan. Raven..is my god eater name. I give it to those I don't know. But after what you have said to me and given me. I believe you have earned that right..thank you Rarity."

"Mystogan...what a fitting name for such a handsome young stallion. And I take it that Sweetie Belle is also granted this right?"

Mystogan nodded, resting his head on her shoulder gently.

"You two are now family...its only natural.."

Rarity only smiles more and pulls him closer, her warm, soft body making him feel much better now. And he wasn't going to lie, that bust of hers was amazing, he just wants to lay his head upon them and listen to her heartbeat. But, that was for another time. He pulls away from her and slowly stands, helping her up when he does.

"S-sorry about that...I am not usually so..emotional about things. God eaters tend to keep their emotions in check, or try to at least."

"You have nothing to be ashamed of dear. I am much worse at times. They call me a drama queen every time."

Mystogan couldn't help but chuckle lightly at that.Suddenly a clock went off, indicating it was on the next hour.

"Oh my..I need to go and pick Sweetie up from school. Mystogan, would you be a dear and watch the shop for me while I go and fetch her?"

Mystogan rubbed his chin in thought.

"I'll do you one better. I will go and pick her up for you. I did promise to spend some time with her and her friends. Why not today?"

"Oooh Mystogan....would you really do that for me?"

"Of course I would. I will have her back by dinner time, don't worry."

She smiled to him and leaned in, planting a gentle kiss on his cheek, making him blush a bit

"Thank you so much sweetheart. I will be able to get so much done within that time."

After giving Mystogan the directions from her home to the school, Mystogan sat out to retrieve the filly. Walking passed other ponies on his way there. They stopped and starred at him for what felt like forever. Soon he came across the school building, looking around at all the fillies and colts who were waiting on their parents or older siblings. Mystogan finally spots Sweetie with two other fillies. He calls out to her, his deep cool voice echoing out.

"Sweetie Belle!"

Just as she heard her name being called, she turned around along with her friends, gasping happily and running over to him, slamming into his body and wrapping him in a hug.

"Raven!"

She said with that usual crack in her voice. She nuzzled into his chest and smiled up at him.

"You came back....I knew you would.."

"Well of course, they can't keep me from my little sister."

She blinked a few times, but smiled and nuzzled into him again.

"So this is thuh one you were talkin' about, Sweetie?

"Mhmm, this is big brother Raven! He is staying with me and Rarity!"

He turned to look at the source of then other voice, it was a yellow furred and red maned filly who was dressed in a large pink bow, a denim skirt and a plain white T-shirt. She approached him with an intent stare, walking around him then coming back in front, a big smile on ehr face.

"Howdy, Ah'm Applebloom, pleasure to meetcha, Raven! Sweetie has been talkin' a lot about you. An' she wasn't lyin'! You do look pretty cool!"

"Baah, he looks alright.."

Said another filly who approached, orange fur and purple mane that was cut short in the back. She wore fitting blue jeans and a black t-shirt with a denim jacket over it. Mystogan knew she was the tomboy of the bunch..

"SO what brings you out here anyways, Raven?"

Asked Sweetie,pulling away from him and gazing up at him with those big green eyes.

"Well,I did promise to hang out with you and your friends didn't I?"

She gasped sharply and nodded, grabbing his hand with both of hers

"That's right, you did! We were actually going to go over to the swimming pond just outside of the town, we brought out swimsuits and everything! Will you come swim with us?"

Mystogan looked away from her, but those begging eyes of hers made him turn his head right back.

"I-I don't know Sweetie...what if others get the wrong idea about me? Plus..I don't really like swimming. I will comeand watch you yes, but I won't get in the water..."

"Well, at least you are coming. Alright girls, let's head to the pond!"

They all three scream 'yay!" at the top of their lungs. But as they get ready to leave, two other fillies step in their path.

"Well look this Diamond, seems that the blank flanks have added a freak to their group!"

"So it seems, Silver. Just look at him!"

Mystogan sighed and shook his head. Bullies, one of the things he hated the most, and will not let happen to his friends here. He suddenly runs forwards and gets into their faces at such a force, a gust of wind comes up behind him.

"Now listen here little girls,you may have been able to tease these three in the past. But now that I am here. I will not allow it."

He said as he glared at both of them. The thing about his eyes, is that they may be pretty and blue, but when used with a glare, they can give off both power and dominance. The two fillies back away slowly and drop to their knees, to frightened from his gaze to say anything."

"Raven...just..leave them alone. They do it all the time and we just ignore them."

Mystogan slowly turns around, a soft smile on his face and his eyes going normal.

"Very well Sweetie. Shall we be off then?"

"Yeah, let's go!"

She said as she grabbed his hand and pulled him along with the others, the two fillies still trembling after what had just happened. As they neared the swimming pond, Scootaloo looked up at him.

"What..exactly did you do to them? The name is Scootaloo by the way."

"Nice to meet you Scoots. As for what I did..well its a secret technique I can do with my eyes. But I can't tell you cause it's a secret."

They both looked at him with curious eyes, but as they came to pond, they quickly ran behind some trees and bushes to change.

"No peekin'! You hear?!"

"He can peek on me if he wants!"

Sweetie said out loud. Mystogan blinked with wide eyes, slamming both of his hands into his face.

"Really Sweetie? You just had to go there didn't you?"

"What? You have seen me naked before, in fact we bathed together!"

Both of the girls gasped at this with massive blushes on their faces, while Sweetie had the biggest smile on her face.

Mystogan hears whispers and giggles coming from the bush, letting out a groan, knowing exactly what they were asking about. He falls back onto the grass, closing his eyes and slowly beginning to drift off into a nap.

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Mystogan is suddenly shot back awake by three screaming fillies. He sits up at back breaking speed and looks around, spotting three older males cornering them in the forest. Mystogan instantly jumped to his feet, taking off at high speed towards the group.

"Get away from us!"

"Oh come on girls..we just want a little fun time with those adorable bodies of yours...don't be so selfish."

"Raven, help please!"

"Aww, the white one has an imaginary friend...that is adorable. Come on boys, let's take what we want.."

Just then, the one that was speaking was tossed up and into the lake with ease, he let out a girly scream that melted away as he got further away. The other two turned just in time for Mystogan to grab them by the neck and lift them off their hooves, his grip making them choke and kick.

"Even in this world..there are fuckers like you who prey on girls who you think are alone. And its beings like you who I would love to castrate and leave to die. But maybe I should pull your limbs off one by one huh?"

They struggled more and more, his glare now in affect as they try their best to run. He only squeezes their throats harder. A wicked grin on his face as he watches them struggle.

"That's right, beg for mercy you sick pricks.."

As their bodies go limp from passing out from the lake of air, Mystogan tosses them to the ground and turns to the girls, who were shaking from both the cold and fear.

"Come on girls...I am taking all of you home now. Get dressed."

He said in a serious tone of voice. They do as he says and they quickly leave the pond.

Author's Note

Here ya go everyone. One more for the road.

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