Love is Magic

Chapters

A Day at the Spa
Spellbound
Awake
A Weird Tour
Moving In
Back to Basics
A Surprise Guest
Friendly Advice
A Friend in Need
Applejack
Fluttershy
Rarity
Revelation
Surprise
Planning
The Letter
Date Night
Epilogue

A Day at the Spa

Love is Magic

Chapter 1 – At the Spa

“Thank you for inviting me to go to the spa with you Rarity,” Twilight said.

“Anytime darling,” Rarity said as a pony was filing her hoof, “really I’m surprised that you aren’t here more often. I simply wouldn’t know what to do without my biweekly visit to the spa.”

“Well, you know I’m busy with my studies,” Twilight said as the pony working with her removed the cucumbers from her eyes.

“Twilight,” Rarity said with a chuckle, “You simply must get out more. Everypony is busy at some time in their day. But all work and no fun is quite a drab life indeed. There’s so much out there to discover, Twilight. New places, new things, new friends, why even love!”

The purple unicorn suddenly went silent as her head drooped low. The change in her friend’s emotion was not lost on Rarity.

“Darling, are you alright?”

“Oh sorry Rarity,” Twilight said, “I guess I was thinking about something.”

“Well it must be something of great importance and of great sorrow to warrant such an unhappy look. Care to tell me about it?”

“I’m not sure if I can,” Twilight said.

“Twilight, I’m your friend. We’ve been through so much together you and I. Surely you know that you can trust me to keep whatever you say to me confidential.”

“Oh no,” Twilight said, “it’s not that. I mean I’m not sure if we should talk here, in public.”

Rarity looked around and realized that other ponies were using the spa today as well of of course the spa staff there.

“I supposed your right. Perhaps we should take are conversation somewhere more private, say the sauna?”

“That’s a good idea,” Twilight said as she followed Rarity to the sauna room.

“So, Twilight,” Rarity said as she sat down on the bench in the spa, “you were saying you wanted to tell me something?”

“Yes, but I don’t know how to say it.”

“Twilight, you don’t have to shy about it. If it’s troubling you, let me know.”

“Well,” Twilight said trying to piece together what she wanted to say, “What do you tell me about love, Rarity?”

“Love,” Rarity said quizzically as she looked at her friend, “Darling, I think you need to be a bit more specific for me to help you. There are many types of love as you may know: love between family members, love between friends, and love between couples.”

“I’m talking about love between two ponies like a couple.”

“Oh,” Rarity said, surprised that Twilight was interested in this topic. “What do you want to know, Twilight?”

“I want to know,” her voice trailed off as she searched for the words again, “how to find a special somepony.”

Rarity’s eyes stared at Twilight for a moment in shock. “I must say Twilight I’m both excited and shocked. You never seemed to show an interest in finding love like this. Whatever brought you to this conclusion all of a sudden?”

Twilight took a deep breath before she spoke. “Well, I guess it was the wedding between my brother and Princess Cadence. I saw how the two really loved each other. I was with Cadence in the crystal mine as she desperately tried to reach Shining Armor. I saw how their love was able to defeat Queen Chrysalis and her Changeling army. But mostly I saw the look in their eyes during the wedding reception.”

Twilight took a deep breath before continuing, “When I returned home after the whole event, I realized something. For the past few years, I always felt that there was something missing in my life, like a piece of me was lost. At first I thought it was not having friends, but even after meeting you and the others there was still that empty feeling in my life. But after the wedding and all the good and bad that happened I realized that I was missing that love that was between my brother and Cadence. I was missing my own love with somepony.”

With that Twilight went silent as she put her head down. “Twilight,” Rarity said as she put a consoling hoof on her friend’s shoulder, “I didn’t know you felt this way. Have you tried meeting a special somepony?”

“I have been studying love,” Twlight said, “I’ve read about fifty romance novels lately, but most of them are … strange. I’ve also read books on how to find a special somepony, but those are more like personality tests.”

“Twilight,” Rarity said with a chuckle, “Love and finding a special somepony cannot be found in a book. Finding love is all about getting out into the world and meeting other ponies. It’s trial and error if you will. Sometimes you get luck on the first try and meet your ideal mate. Other times it may take several tries. But you mustn’t give up and keep going.”

“Thanks for the advice Rarity,” Twilight said albeit a little depressed that her friend didn’t have clearer advice, “Is there anything else you can tell me, like about your experiences with love?”

“Darling I’d love to help, but I myself am not that skilled in the love department. Oh sure I can bat my eyelashes at a pony, but I haven’t had any serious relationships that you’re looking for. The last time I fell head over hooves with somepony was at the Grand Galloping Gala, but you know how badly that ended. Love and falling in love I know is different for everypony, so my advice is only just advice. I’m sorry I cannot help you more Twilight. It’s just there is no easy way to fall in love. It’s not like there’s a magic spell for love.”

Twilight’s eyes then lit up as Rarity spoke. “Magic,” Twilight said.

“I’m sorry dear,” Rarity asked, “did you say something?”

“Oh, no Rarity,” Twilight said, “I’m just thinking out loud. Maybe I should get out there more and find my ideal special somepony.”

“That’s the spirit, Twilight! Now let’s relax here at the spa for a few more minutes.”

As Twilight relaxed, her mind began to formulate a plan to magically find her special somepony. She was after all skilled in magic. Finding love should easy. At least she hoped so.

Spellbound

Chapter 2 – Spellbound

After her day at the spa, Twilight trotted home. She was excited to try something she had planned out in her mind. As she entered the library she felt like if she didn’t get started soon, she’d explode.

“Hi Twilight,” Spike said, “How was your day at the spa with Rarity?”

“No time to talk, Spike,” Twilight said as she moved some things off of a table using her magic to create a space, “I need all the books on advanced magic.”

“Nice to see you too,” Spike said sarcastically to Twilight.

“Sorry,” Twilight said, “Yes, the spa was fun, but I have an idea for a new spell I want to try.”

“What kind of spell,” the baby dragon inquired.

“I’m afraid I can’t tell you, Spike. It’s kind of… personal.”

“Fine,” Spike said as he shrugged before looking around the library for the books she was looking for. In a few minutes, the dragon returned to Twilight carrying several books of varying shapes and sizes.

"There are the only ones I can find,” Spike said.

“Thanks Spike,” Twilight said as she took the first book off the pile and began leafing through the book, looking for a specific spell.

“Nothing in there,” Twilight said after a half hour as she set the book aside, “On to the next book then.”

After a few hours had passed the stack of books that Twilight had yet to read had decreased while at the same time the pile of books she read and discarded was growing. Spike had been kind enough to make a daisy and cucumber sandwich for Twilight as she studied. The dragon knew that when the unicorn was deep into studying like this, there was little she would stop for.

The sun had set and the moon had risen, and Twilight still was studying. Spike had already said goodnight to her and was sleeping soundly in bed, leaving Twilight alone with her books.

“I don’t believe it,” Twilight said as she closed her last book and set it on the pile, “none of these books have anything about love magic.”

She then looked at the one book left that she had not read yet. For a moment, she was going to give up, but she decided to give the book its due and read it. After flipping through a few pages, her eyes lit up.

“That’s it,” she squealed in delight before realizing that Spike was sleeping and she needed to keep quiet, “A Spell to Find Your Ideal Soul Mate. That’s just what I need. Ok. It says I need to focus on what I’m looking for in another pony while casting this spell. Maybe I should brainstorm a list first.”

She levitated over a sheet of paper, an ink pot, and a quill. She then wrote at the top of the page: What I Want in a Soul Mate. She then paused as she thought about the ideal qualities in this certain pony.

“Well, the pony needs to be a stallion and I’d like him to be a unicorn,” she said as she wrote “Stallion” and “Unicorn” on the paper.

“He needs to be smart, kind, friendly, helpful and funny,” she said as she wrote down each quality.

“He definitely should like books and magic like me. Oh, and he should have a personality like mine.”

As she jotted down more words representing the qualities of this ideal pony, Twilight realized that much of what she was writing was referring to her. But she rationalized that a soul mate, while not having to be exactly like her, should share some qualities with her. Finally after writing a few more notes down, she placed the quill back into the ink pot and reviewed her work.

“That looks like everything that I can think of,” the purple unicorn said, “I hope this works.”

She then began to read on the words on the paper as she cast her spell. Outside, a storm was brewing as rain fell bounced off the windows. Occasionally a flash of lightning was seen followed by a rumble of thunder. As Twilight poured her energy and her heart into this very important spell she focused on each quality as the word flashed in her mind. Satisfied with the magic she devoted to this spell, Twilight’s horn stopped glowing.

“There,” she said, “I think the spell is complete. I hope I did it correctly. I wonder how I’m supposed to meet my idea pony.”

Suddenly a bright flash of lightning was seen followed by a large boom that shook the tree. She then heard a loud thump as if something had fallen. “I hope that bolt of lightning didn’t strike my poor tree. I better check outside.”

She walked outside the door and looked around. “I’m glad the storm is subsiding," she remarked as she began her search for the source of the sound. She saw a shadow of something close to her home that was on the ground. As Twilight approached she let out a loud gasp.

There collapsed in the street outside her house was a unicorn stallion. He had a purple coat, although darker than Twilight’s, and a dark blue mane and tail. The most shocking thing was that a tree branch was resting next to him.

“Oh no,” Twilight said as she examined the scene, “The lightning must have struck my tree and caused this tree branch to fall and knock this poor pony out. I have to get him to the hospital.”

Twilight walked up to the fallen unicorn and with a glow of her horn the two teleported away. A few seconds later Twilight reappeared with the stallion right in the waiting room of the hospital, much to the shock of the nurses.

“Ms. Sparkle,” a nurse said, “what happened?”

“Nurse Redheart,” Twilight said, “I found this pony on the ground next to a branch. I think he was knocked out.”

“We’ll take care of him,” the nurse said as other ponies dressed in nursing uniforms wheeled a gurney over and loaded the pony onto it, “go home and tomorrow you can check visit him.”

Twilight was going to protest not being able to stay, but she thought better as the unicorn stallion needed the nurses’ full attention. With a sigh she, teleported home hoping that he would be ok.

Awake

Chapter 3 – Awake

The unicorn felt himself waking up as if from a deep sleep. He wondered where he was as the last thing he remembered was entering Ponyville. His senses slowly returned to him, starting with his hearing. He heard sounds like ponies talking to each other, but for some reason he couldn’t make out anything in particular. The sounds just blended together into one droning noise. Then the voices began to come in clearer as he listened to the ponies talk nearby.

“How is he, Nurse Redheart,” the first voice asked which sounded like a young mare with concern.

“He did sustain quite a concussion,” the voice of an older mare replied, “He might be unconscious for a while. When he does wake up, he may be disoriented or confused.”

“Is there anything I can do,” the young mare said.

“Unfortunately the only thing we can do now is to wait until he wakes up.”

The feeling in his body was coming back. It felt like he was laying on something firm, but it had a little give to it. To him it felt less like a ground and more like a bed. He wondered how and when he ended up in a bed. Then he realized from the conversation of the two ponies he was most likely in a hospital. This disturbed him deeply. His mind began to race with questions regarding how he ended up in the hospital in the first place, what the extent of his injuries were, how long he would have to stay, whether or not there would be any future issues.

Suddenly, the stallion was hit with a wave of pain. His head felt like it was several sizes too small for his brain. He let out a groan as his body unconsciously shifted, trying to find a way to reduce the pain. It was as if his body was reacting to the pain like somepony was hurting him.

“Wait,” the young mare said, “I think he’s waking up.”

The unicorn then tried to open his eyes. It was the only to confirm in his mind where he was exactly. He quickly opened his eyes and was greeted by a blinding light that hurt. He shut them again on instinct and after recovering from the light he tried another approach by opening them slowly. He saw something blurry in front of but he was unsure who or what it was. Then as his vision cleared and focused, he came face to face with a purple unicorn staring down at him!

“Ahhh,” the stallion shouted as he quickly sat up.

“Ahhh,” Twilight screamed not expecting the unicorn to shout or sit up like that. She quickly recoiled in surprise, and after regaining her composure returned to the bedside.

“Sorry,” the two unicorns said to each other, almost in unison. Both of us were shocked how we were for that one time in synch with each other. They let out a nervous chuckle due to this fact with a look of embarrassment.

“Ugh! What happened,” the stallion said groggily, “Where am I?”

“Well you’re in the Ponyville hospital,” Twilight said, “As to what happened, I think you were walking in town and a tree branch fell on you. Sorry about that.”

“Sorry,” the stallion said questioningly, “For what?”

“Well it was a branch from my tree house that hit you. If it didn’t, you wouldn’t be here in the hospital.”

“Wait, you live in a tree?”

“Yeah, kind of,” Twilight said, “It’s a house inside a tree. I don’t know how exactly it was made like that.”

“Well that’s nothing to apologize for,” the unicorn stallion said, “Accidents like that happen. I mean it wasn’t like you caused the branch to fall, right?”

Twilight paused for a moment. The stallion was right that tree branches did fall, and as much as Twilight would love to predict at what time they would fall, she knew that was impossible. The possibility that a branch fell was increased by the storm. Yet there was still a nagging thought that her spell to attract a soul mate had somehow backfired, causing the branch to collapse.

“Um… right,” she finally said, “Anyway, my name is Twilight Sparkle. What’s your name?”

“Nice to meet you, Twilight. I’m Mystic Study,” the stallion said, “but you can just call me Mystic if you want.”

“That’s an interesting name,” Twilight said, “are you an author or librarian?”

Mystic couldn’t help but stare at the pony in front of him. She was beautiful but didn’t seem to flaunt her beauty, preferring to be more subtle. She appeared smart, giving off an aura of being both intelligence and confidence in what she knew. He also felt that there was some deep magic inside her, more powerful than anything he felt.

“Um… Mystic,” Twilight said looking at him awkwardly, “are you ok?”

“Oh,” he said, quickly being snapped back to reality, “Yeah, I’m fine. Why do you ask?”

“Well, you were kind of staring at me,” the mare said shuffling her hooves in nervousness.

“Sorry,” Mystic said, “I guess I kind of spaced out. So, what was your question?”

“I asked if you were a bookseller or a librarian.”

Mystic wondered how she knew that he liked books. At first he thought she was a telepathic pony. He quickly shook off this thought as if she had telepathy as a gift, the unicorn wouldn’t need to give her his name. Then he realized that the bed sheet was pulled aside in one part, exposing his flank and his cutie mark, an open book.

“Oh you mean my cutie mark, right? Well yes, I like books. I’m actually a student. I study them, especially magic. I also write them, or at least am trying to.”

“Wait,” Twilight said as if she was surprised at the question, “you study magic? I do too! I actually have several books in my library at home.”

She then realized that she was getting too excited and quickly toned down.

“Anyway, do you live in Ponyville or are you visiting?”

“Well,” Mystic said, “I guess you can say I live here. I was actually moving here from Canterlot yesterday, before … well, you know what happened.”

“So you said you were from Canterlot,” Twilight said, “What made you move to Ponyville?”

“Well, actually, it’s because of you, Twilight,” lore said candidly.

“Me? Why?”

“Well, I’m kind of Princess Luna’s student.”

Mystic’s words hit Twilight like a ton of books. At first she thought this stallion was just an average pony. But now as he revealed more about himself, there was a deeper level to him.

“So, you’re Princess Luna’s student?”

“Yes, I am. She’s very nice, and she knows so much about magic.”

“And how and when did you become Luna’s student?”

“Well,” Mystic said, “I’m a student at Princess Celestia’s School for Gifted Unicorns. One day Luna was checking out the school. She told me she wanted to see how ponies learned magic. I was studying in the library at night and Luna, thinking she would be the only one there so late, went there. Well, you could guess I was surprised to see her. The two of us talked long into the night about magic and studying. Then she left and I thought that was the end, just a passing conversation. But then a few days later I was summoned to the castle. There Luna explained how she wanted me to become her personal student.”

Twilight was surprised. She didn’t think Luna was looking for a student as she was still adjusting to returning to Equestira after a thousand years. But there was no reason to doubt the stallion. He appeared very forthright, never stumbling or appearing like he was being anything but honest.

“So, what does being Luna’s student have to do with me?”

“Well, Luna gave me an assignment to travel to Ponyville and study something called the Elements of Harmony. She said that they are very magical and studying them would be a great insight into magic. She told me to find Twilight Sparkle. I guess I met you now, just in a very different way.”

Twilight was interested in the fact that Luna had Mystic study the Elements of Harmony. It was no wonder though. The Elements were indeed a very powerful magic. Also, since Luna had interacted with the Elements, she knew first hoof their power.

“So, Luna asked you to meet with me then?”

“Actually, Princess Luna mentioned something about her sister requesting that I meet with you. Princess Celestia also apparently told Luna to tell me that I could stay with you.”

Twilight's eyes grew wide. Here was this stallion, a total stranger, who was not only Luna’s student but also now going to be staying at her house. She wondered why she wasn’t told earlier. Maybe Spike didn’t give her the letter in time. Twilight was busy at the spa with Rarity.

“But…” Mystic continued, “I don’t want to intrude, especially if you’re uncomfortable. I know you don’t know me from any other new pony. I Also know how suddent this all seems. I could just stay in the inn.”

“Well… I don’t really know you like I know my friends,” Twilight began, making him wonder if she’d say no, “but you do seem like a nice honest pony. And Luna did request that you stay with me. So…” She paused again. This was it. She was definitely going to say no. It was worth a shot, even if it was a long shot.

“Ok.”

“Ok? As in you’ll let me stay?”

“Yes. I mean you need a place to stay, right? I wouldn’t want to see a pony not have a home. Plus Princess Luna did request you stay with me, and I trust her.”

“Wow. Thanks Twilight!”

“You’re welcome. The doctor said that you’ll be in the hospital for another day or so, but I’ll check back tomorrow. Then when you’re ready, I’ll show you the town and where I live.”

She stopped as if she wanted to say something more. It was like something else was on her mind, but at the time she wasn’t sure how to say it or if she even wanted to say it.

“So… um… ok then. I’ll see you tomorrow, Mystic.”

“Ok. Bye then,” Mystic said as Twilight left the room.

The stallion laid back in his bed, chuckling at how he met Twilight, just not in the way he planned.

A Weird Tour

Chapter 4 – A Weird Tour

The stay at the hospital lasted for a few days, but it felt like several weeks for Mystic!

There was absolutely nothing to do much of the time in his room other than stare at the white wall in front of him. Thankfully there was a window in my room so he could see Ponyville. There he could watch as the ponies went about their daily activities. He smiled as a few foals played with a ball, watched as two ponies had a conversation, and was amazed at two Pegasus ponies racing each other through the sky. Yet the more he watched, the more he longed to get out of the hospital.

Luckily, Twilight Sparkle was also there to help maintain his sanity in the hospital. The unicorn remembered when Rainbow Dash was in the hospital and how she was going practically insane due to the boredom. She always arrived with a smile on her face and a few books in her saddlebags. The two unicorns would spend hours talking, well mostly Twilight talking about a new book she read, or a new spell she learned, or some encounter with one or several of her friends. Mystic just sat and listened, nodding in understanding. To him, Twilight’s voice had a soothing quality. It was like when she was there, he felt better and more at ease being in the hospital.

One day while Twilight was mentioning her friends, Mystic had a thought.

“Twilight.”

“Yes, Mystic?”

“You talk a lot about your friends you have. How come you haven’t brought them over to meet me yet?”

“Oh… um… well it may be a little awkward to introduce them to you as well we just met,” Twilight said as she stared awkwardly at the floor. Mystic couldn’t figure out why meeting her friends was such as big deal, but Twilight changed the subject to a new book she read. There was something she was hiding, some reason why she wanted to keep her meeting Mystic a secret, but the unicorn couldn’t put his hoof on it.

Finally after two days, Mystic was released from the hospital. Twilight decided that since he was new she was going to take the unicorn around town and ultimately to her house. From the moment the two left the hospital she started acting strange. Instead of walking besides Mystic like any two ponies who remotely knew each other would, she walked in front of him. She also was looking around the area as if she was expecting to be seeing somepony.

As we continued our journey, Twilight seemed to be moving faster, her pace going from a leisurely walk to a fast trot. What was she afraid of? Obviously she was worried about being seen around him, but Mystic couldn’t figure out why she’d be worried being around him, a new pony. Surely she had talked to new ponies before. He wondered if it was due to these friends she had.

Suddenly Twilight let out a gasp as if she saw a ghost. “Quickly Mystic, hide,” Twilight said. “What,” he replied surprised at what she said. Before she could explain, the unicorn felt himself being picked up by a force and tossed into the nearby bushes. Mystic was amazed that her power was quite strong to pick up and throw a stallion. From his spot in the bushes, he could see a very strange pink earth pony approach Twilight.

“Hiya Twilight,” the bouncy pink pony said, “Whatcha doin?”

“Oh, hello Pinkie,” Twilight said a little nervously, “I was … going back to the library.”

“Are you sure,” Pinkie said with a confused look on her face, “you sound confused.”

“Pinkie, the library is my home. I should know if I’m going there if I say it.”

Pinkie stood there as if trying to analyze Twilight’s brain to see if she was telling the truth. Then her focused look turned back to her usual smiling self.

“Okie dokie lokie! I’ll be seeing you later then. Mr. and Mrs. Cake need me to get several cupcakes made, so I’ll be there if you need me.”

With that Pinkie bouncy walked her way down the road before disappearing in the crowd. Twilight then wiped her head with a hoof in relief before walking towards the bushes where he was hiding.

“Sorry about that. Are you ok?”

“Yeah,” Mystic said, “I’ve been through worse. What was that all about tossing me into the bushes?”

“Well, Pinkie Pie, she kind of gets excited when she finds out that there’s a new pony in town. Sometimes she gets a little too excited and throws a party. I thought that you should take a little time getting used to town before enduring one of Pinkie’s parties.”

Even with the explanation, there was still something missing, something that Twilight was trying to keep hidden. It was the same reason why she was acting weirdly around him. But Mystic knew better than to call her a liar. After all, she was the only pony who was helping him so far and was giving me a place to stay. So for now he accepted what she said.

“Oh, ok. I can see she’s a little hyperactive. Maybe later I’ll get to talk to her.”

“Sure,” Twilight said, “until then, let’s get to my house. I want to help you get situated to your new home.”

Moving In

Chapter 5 – Moving In

It was near evening when Twilight and Mystic reached her home. For a moment the unicorn stallion stood there, gazing at the massive tree.

“Mystic, are you ok,” Twilight said with concern as she noticed he wasn’t following her into the house.

“Oh sorry, I just never saw a house that was a tree. It’s really neat.”

“You have the same look on your face that I did when I first came here,” she said with a chuckle motioning him into the house.

When he entered the house, his shock was doubled. He was amazed at the size of the place and how many books there were.

“Wow! Look at all these books! How many are here?”

“I think there are over ten thousand here, not including my personal books.”

“Have you read them all, Twilight?”

“No Mystic,” she said with a giggle, “I didn’t read all of them yet. Actually I only read about half of them so far.”

It was a little daunting looking at all those books and knowing that Mystic was going to help Twilight organize them all. But then again, he was a unicorn and could use his telekinesis, so he wasn’t worried.

“Oh, almost forgot, I want to introduce you to Spike.” She then turned towards the stairs that led to the second floor and shouted, “SPPIIIIKKKEEE!”

“I’m coming. I’m coming. You don’t have to shout,” the unicorn heard a voice say followed by the sound of footsteps on the floor above. Finally Spike descended the stairs and then stared at him with his green eyes. “Who’s the stallion,” he asked.

“Ah, that’s what I why I called you. Spike this is Mystic. Mystic, this is Spike.”

“Number One Assistant Spike you mean,” he said offering a clawed hand to me.

“Nice to meet you Spike”

“Mystic is going to be staying here for a little bit,” Twilight said.

“What are you dating him or something, Twilight?”

With that Mystic’s face immediately went flush. He wondered how Spike could assume we were. Maybe Twilight didn’t have many or any stallion friends. Still, Mystic wondered why he was getting so embarrassed about it. The unicorn looked over at Twilight whose face had gone from purple to crimson. Then realizing that they were staring at each other, the two immediately turned away and back to the baby dragon.

“Spike,” Twilight said looking at him strangely, “I’m not dating Mystic. He’s Princess Luna’s student, here to study the Elements of Harmony. He just needs a place to stay.”

“Oh, so you’re the Mystic that Princess Luna mentioned in the letter,” Spike said.

“Letter,” Twilight said confused, “I didn’t get a letter.”

“Oh yeah,” Spike said, “That’s what I was trying to tell you about a few days ago, but you said you were busy with that spell you were doing.”

Twilight looked a mixture of being both uncomfortable and mad when Spike mentioned the spell and the fact that he had a letter that she didn’t read. Mystic wanted to know what that spell was as any magic peaked his interest. Yet if it was something personal that Twilight was doing, he didn’t want to intrude.

“Spike, you should have told me about the letter. Do you still have it?”

“Um… sure,” Spike said, “I set it over here. With that the dragon retrieved the letter from a shelf and handed it to Twilight. The unicorn mare opened it and read out loud.

“Twilight Sparkle,

You have helped me immensely in understanding friendship, and my sister had held you in such high regard with your magical abilities, studies, and character. That is why I am enlisting your help.

I have recently decided to become a mentor to a very gifted student in my sister’s school. His name is Mystic Study, and he shares an eagerness and aptitude for studying and magic just as you possess. I feel that he and you would both benefit by getting to know each other.

I also wish to know more about the Elements of Harmony in their current state, namely in the form of yourself and your five friends. Unfortunately, my royal duties are preventing me from visiting Ponyville at this time.

It is for these reasons that I am sending Mystic in my stead. He will be staying with you for two weeks, learning about the Elements of Harmony, and reporting back to me. I would ask you to please keep an open mind and welcome him to your home. I would hope that the two of you become good friends as from my observations and my sister’s conversations, you two seem to be comparable.

Sincerely,

Princess Luna”

“So Mystic here is going to live here and study the Elements,” Spike said to Twilight.

“That’s the plan,” the unicorn said as she set aside the scroll.

“So, what kind of studying are you to doing together,” Spike said, still stuck on the idea of her and Mystic dating. For a young dragon, he sure knew about some borderline adult things like dating.

“Spike, for the last time, we’re not dating,” Twilight said, punctuating the last three words.

“Fine,” Spike said with a yawn, “I guess he could stay. Anyway, I have to go to bed. Have fun being Twilight’s new study partner there, Mystic.” With a laugh he walked back up the stairs.

Twilight rolled her eyes at how the baby dragon acted. “Sorry about that. Spike gets some strange ideas in his head.”

“I can see that.”

“Oh, by the way I forgot to ask you this earlier,” Twilight said, “What type of magic can you do?”

“Well, I have the ability to magically gather information. This allows me to quickly study things and store memory.”

“Wow,” Twilight said, taking an interest in what I said, “That’s a really unique talent. Can you show me?”

“Sure,” the unicorn stallion said as he grabbed a random book from a nearby shelf and then began to magically focuson it. He knew how to do this spell. It was his primary talent, and he had practiced it often both a lone and with Princess Luna’s guidance. Yet for some reason he was having trouble. He tried putting more effort and energy into the spell, yet nothing was happening.

Twilight looked a little worried at the fact that he wasn’t able to use his primary magic. “Umm… can you try your telekinesis for me?”

Mystic stretched and strained and gritted his teeth as I tried to get the book to float in the air. He felt like he was a colt again, just learning the basics of magic. He kept trying, but could not even get the book to levitate an inch off the desk.

Finally panting and with a splitting headache, he gave up. Mystic felt so frustrated, like a singer who couldn’t remember their lines. He felt like a fool, like he was letting down himself, his teacher, and somehow Twilight.

“Oh Lore,” Twilight said as she placed a reassuring hoof on me, “I’m so sorry. I shouldn’t have forced you to do magic, especially after your accident.”

“Why I can’t cast spells,” he said confused and scared.

“Well, I’m not a doctor, but I know that some ponies after a head trauma like you did may get Magical Amnesia.”

“Magical Amnesia,” he said looking at her confused, “what’s that?”

“Magical Amnesia is like regular Amnesia. The difference is that regular Amnesia affects your entire memory while Magical Amnesia just affects the part of your brain that allows you to remember and cast spells, including your key magical ability.”

“So, how long do you think it’ll take to help me remember my magic?”

“There really is no way to tell. It may come back in a day, or it may take weeks, even months. Some ponies have to relearn their magic.”

Mystic crumpled into a little ball when he heard that it might take awhile for him to regain his magical strength. Then an idea formed in his mind.

“Twilight, can you do me a favor?”

“Yes, Mystic?”

“You know a lot about magic, right?”

“Well, yes.” Twilight said, “I guess I have to be since I’m the Element of Magic.”

“Wait,” Mystic said, “You’re that element?”

“Yeah. Didn’t Princess Luna tell you that?”

“Well she said you were special. Maybe I forgot that she mentioned that to me. Anyway, I don’t know if you can do this, but it would be a really big help.Can you teach me magic? I’m not looking to relearn everything, just the basics.”

“Well, I never really taught any pony. I’m still a student myself.”

“Please,” he said, trying to give my best pleading pony eyes that he could make, “I want to stay and learn about the Elements of Harmony, but I can’t without my magic. Can you help me?”

Twilight looked at the poor stallion and her heart melted. She knew it must be hard being a unicorn without magic. She wondered what her life would be like without it. Then it seemed a light went on in her brain.

“You know, this could work. I always wanted to teach a pony magic to see how tough it would be. So, yes, Mystic, I will teach you magic. But, you need to listen to everything I teach you, ok?”

“Sure,” he said, “thanks for helping me.”

“You’re welcome,” she said with a smile, “now, you must be hungry. Let me get you something to eat.”

That evening the two ate and talked. Mystic was slowly starting to see her not as total strangers but as friends.

With dinner over, Twilight gave him a tour of the library home. He was amazed when she showed him her laboratory basement, the second floor with even more books, and the observatory. Mystic then entered a bedroom which he thought was the guest room.

“Um… Mystic, this is my room. Yours is the next room over,” Twilight said with a look of embarrassment. He wondered if she was that insecure that she got embarrassed at the fact that a stallion was in her room.

“Oh, sorry Twilight,” I said sheepishly.

“Err…that’s ok,” Twilight said, trying to shake off her embarrassment.

“Well, I’m going to go to bed then. It’s been a long day,” Mystic said.

“Ok then,” Twilght said, “I think I’m going to stay up a little to read. So, I’ll see you in the morning then.”

That night as Mystic lay in the guest bed, he had a dream. He was walking along the empty streets of Ponyville, under a moonlit sky. He then saw Twilight standing near a fountain. As she heard him approach, she turned and faced him. Everything about her seemed to glow in the moonlight: her pelt, her mane, her tail, everything. Even her purple eyes were shimmering. She was enchanting beautiful as he looked at him with a friendly smile that warmed his heart.

Back to Basics

Chapter 6 – Back to Basics

Mystic awoke the next morning rested and ready to begin learning magic from Twilight. He expected that Twilight was already up and ready for me as she definitely appeared to be like the organized type. But as he walked past her room, the closed door indicated that she was still asleep. For a moment the unicorn thought he should go in and try to wake her up, but that would definitely startle her. Considering her ability to cast spells that was definitely not a good idea.

He decided to first floor for her to wake up. Thankfully he wasn’t bored, as there were plenty of books to read. One in particular was an open book that lay on the table in front of him. Mystic always had an attraction to open books. It was as if they were just begging to be read. The fact that it looked older further peaked his curiosity.

The spells were indeed advanced in this book, so advanced that Mystic wondered how anypony could cast them. He then read the title: How to Find You Ideal Soul Mate. The stallion stared at the title. “Who is looking for a soul mate? Maybe Twilight is trying to help out a friends find one. She couldn’t be looking for one herself, could she? Nah, she probably has a stallion friend already with that cute body of hers and how smart she is.”

Suddenly her thoughts were interrupted by a creaking sound of the floor above me, indicating that Twilight was awake. He heard a groan as Twilight half stumbled half down the stairs.

“Sorry I was late,” Twilight said acting like she missed his birthday or something really important, “I must have studied too much last night and I must have slept in.” She looked embarrassed as her face was red and she nervously paced.

“Twilight, it’s ok,” he said, “Don’t worry. I just got up a few minutes ago, so it’s no big deal.”

“You’re right,” she said as she tried calming herself, “I just don’t like being tardy, especially with some pony I need to meet.”

“So, what’s this book here,” Mystic said pointing at the one he was previously reading, “Was that what you were studying last night?”

Twilight looked in shocked at the book on the table. She quickly closed it with her magic, making an audible thud.

“It’s nothing. Just something I was… reading a little.”

Clearly Twilight looked nervous about the book, like she was trying to hide something from him. He guessed it had something to do with the Soul Mate Finding spell. Maybe she was looking for a pony to date. Still it was just a book, nothing really personal. For a friendly pony, Mystic noticed she wasn’t that good expressing her feelings.

“So, how about breakfast before we get started then,” Mystic said.

“Oh sure,” she said snapping out of her being upset, “let me get you something. I can’t think when I have an empty stomach.”

“Me neither,” he replied as she went into the kitchen. About a few minutes later she returned with a plate of what looked like granola bars.

“Hey, this is good,” the unicorn said.

“Thanks,” Twilight said, “I been trying to learn how to bake and Pinkie Pie gave me an idea to try and make these fruit and grain bars. They’re really easy to make and really tasty.”

After breakfast and some light conversation, Mystic was ready to start learning magic. By that time Spike was up.

“Spike, I need you to find any basic level books on magic.” Twilight said to the waiting dragon.

“Ok, I’ll get the books on…” he stopped before getting to the shelf and looked at Twilight, “Wait a minute. You want basic level books?”

“It’s for teaching Mystic Study,” Twilight said.

“You mean he can’t do magic,” the dragon said with a snicker.

"Spike, that’s not nice,” Twilight scolded him.

“Ok. Ok,” Spike said as he collected the books, “here you go then. Do you need anything else?”

“Not at this time, Spike. You can go see if Rarity or the others need help.”

With a smart salute, Spike walked out the door leaving just Twilight and Mystic again.

Twilight then started chuckling as she arranged the stack of books, looking for which one to start with.

“What’s so funny,” Mystic asked.

“Well, I’m a student and now I’m a teacher. If my teacher could only see me now.”

“Who’s your teacher,” Mystic said.

“Princess Celestia,” she said as she set aside a book and flipped through another with her magic.

"Wait. You’re a student of Princess Celestia,” he asked in shock.

“Yes, that’s her. Didn’t you know that she was my teacher, Mystic?”

“Not really,” the stallion said, “I mean I knew that Luna heard about you and how Princess Celestia said you were special, but I never figured that you were her student. But I guess since Luna had a student, Celestia would have one. What’s Celestia like being a teacher.”

She’s a very nice teacher,” Twilight said, “She’s very wise and patient, and kind. I was her student ever since I got my cutie mark. I guess she saw something special about me.”

“Well you do seem to know a lot about magic,” Mystic said, “I guess that’s like what happened to me when Princess Luna decided to be my teacher.”

“Maybe,” Twilight said with a smile as she looked at a book, ‘Ah! He we go. This looks like a good book to start.”

She placed the book in front of me. The cover has two cute unicorns cavorting outside with the words, “My First Magic Book.”

“Wait a minute. Is this a foal’s book?”

“Err… oops,” Twilight said as she moved to another book. Mystic wondered if Spike planted that book as a prank.

“Here we are,” Twilight said as then produced what looked more like a textbook that said “Spellcasting 101.”

“This was actually the first book I used in Princess Celestia’s School for Gifted Unicorns. It brings back many memories. You should read that later to supplement what I’m teaching you. Anyway, let’s begin with some basics. Magic isn’t good or evil but neutral. It’s kind of like fire. Fire can be used to help cook and keep warn but it can also hurt and destroy. The next thing is that magic needs three things: the intent, the will, and the energy. First, it needs an intent, or what you want it to do. You also need the will or the belief that your spell will work, otherwise it won’t. Lastly, you need energy to do a spell. Do you have any questions?”

"I think I’m ok so far.”

“Ok so let’s try something,” she said as she floated over a quill from the nearby table, “I want you to try to move the quill with your mind. Now you know your intent and you should have the energy, so all you need is the will. So I want you to close your eyes and just focus on the quill and nothing else. As you do this, feel the energy building within you until you feel like you’re ready to release it. Then, focus on your goal of moving that quill and your energy should release on its own. So, give it a try!”

Mystic tried to relax as he closed my eyes. He let everything else out of my mind and focused just on that quill. He then felt a warm tingling sensation in his body, getting stronger as he focused. It then felt like his forehead was starting to get warm, but he didn’t pay attention. As the stallion focused more he pictured also in my mind Twilight standing there saying, “you can do this. You can do this.”

“Mystic. Open your eyes,” Twilight suddenly said excitedly.

“What,” he said as he opened them. Mystic then looked up and saw the feather quill hovering in mid air.

“I’m doing it! Twilight, I’m doing it!”

Suddenly he lost my focus and the feather floated back down, landing on my head.

“Well, I did it,” he said.

“Great job,” Twilight said as she laughed while removing the feather, “now, let’s break for lunch. There’s lots more for you to learn and do Mystic.”

A Surprise Guest

Chapter 7 – A Surprise Guest

After lunch, Twilight resumed teaching Mystic magic. For a pony that never did this before, she was a natural. He guessed it was due to her research skills, or because the fact that she remembered how Princess Celestia taught her. Of course, being adept in magic herself helped her to understand it.

“So Twilight, I think I understand how to cast a spell, but I have a question.”

“Yes, Mystic,” she said.

“How does magic actually work? I’ve been meaning to ask Princess Luna this question, but since I’m here with you, and since you’re the Element of Magic, I figure I would ask you.”

She put her one hoof to her chin in thought before speaking.

“I’ve read lots of books on magic. Yet none of them say anything about where magic exactly comes from. But most say, and I tend to agree, is that magic is everywhere in nature. And not just unicorns can use it. Pegasus ponies are able to use the magic from the skies to manipulate weather. Earth ponies are attuned to nature and are typically great at growing or making things. Unicorns tap into more arcane energy. I’d like to think that magic also affects and is affected by other things in our lives like joy, sadness, and even love.”

That last word hung in the air like a thick fog as Twilight paused, her mind deep in thought. Clearly she had love on her mind; otherwise she wouldn’t have stopped there. She then turned her back to Mystic, oblivious to the fact that she was still teaching him, or even to the fact that he was even there. Whatever was on her mind, it made everything else seem nonexistent.

That was when the stallion heard it, a sound that he would remember for the rest of my life. She made a sniffing sound, not like the sound one would make smelling a flower or having a cold. It was a sound of a pony trying to hold back crying. She then brought up a hoof to her face; he believed to wipe away a tear from her eye.

Mystic stood there helpless, unable to move or say anything to her. Part of him wanted to go to her, to give her a friendly hug and tell her that everything was alright. His conscious then kicked in making me think about how inappropriate that would be. He only knew Twilight for a few days after all, not enough to even say that he was even a friend to her.

Finally he gathered up the courage to say something. “Um… Twilight? Are you ok?”

She must have been shocked because she immediately turned around, as if trying to find the source of the voice.

“Oh, Mystic I’m sorry. I guess I got lost in a fog there.”

“Are you sure you’re ok?”

“Um… yes I’m fine. Let’s continue then with your learning.” She then cracked a half smile as if to reassure me that she was ok, but he wasn’t convinced. She was obviously still holding something deep inside her, something she didn’t want to show, something secret in her heart. But Mystic didn’t want to push the matter, especially if it was relating to love. The only thing he could do was try to provide as much comfort as he could.

Just when Twilight was about to start teaching again, the library door burst open and suddenly as rainbow manned Pegasus flew through, coming to a stop just before the two unicorns.

“Sorry to barge in like that Twilight, but I just finished the book you gave me, Daring Do and the Quest for the Ruby Ring. I really, really want to know what happens in the next book and…”

Rainbow Dash then looked at Mystic then Twilight then back to Mystic.

“Heh, am I interrupting anything important,” the Pegasus said with a sly grin.

“Well, I was just going to show him something and…”

“Awww, come one Twilight! You don’t have to be all secretive with me. I know what’s going on here.”

“And what exactly do you think is going on,” Twilight said as she stared at her friend with a questioning look.

“You found a special somepony! Wow, Twilight I didn’t know that you had it in you.”

Twilight’s eyes lit up in shock as she blushed. She wondered if somehow Rainbow Dash heard from Rarity about Twilight’s questions. Of course it was no secret among her friends that she was single. The second part however, did perplex her more than the rainbow manned mare’s claim.

“Rainbow Dash, this isn’t my special somepony. And what was that about having it in me?”

“Yeah, sure he isn’t,” Dash said with a laugh, “But you know what I mean, Twilight. I didn’t know that you were looking for somepony to love. You always looked content, you know, with your books. So who’s this pony anyway?”

“I’m Mystic,” the unicorn said curtly seeing that Twilight was getting upset at Rainbow Dash’s comments, especially the last one. Twilight had now turned beet red and looked like at any minute she would burst into flames. Casually, Mystic tried to change the subject away from Twilight’s relationship status. “So, you’re Rainbow Dash?”

“The one and only,” she said lounging back in a chair. Mystic thought that this was working. If he could talk to Rainbow Dash away from the previous conversation, then Twilight would calm down, and Rainbow Dash would forget asking about Twilight’s relationship status. “So how serious are you two? Did you go out on a date?”

Twilight who was trying to preoccupy her with some notes for my magic lesson suddenly looked up with a look of surprise, embarrassment, and anger.

“Heh, maybe I should get going. Can I have the book Twilight?”

The purple unicorn pulled a book from the shelf using her telekinesis and almost threw it hard at the Pegasus.

“Er..thanks Twilight. I’ll leave you two alone then. So… catch you later!”

Rainbow Dash then quickly flew out of the library, knowing when to get going before things turned bad.

“What a strange pony,” Mystic said, “You don’t think she’s going to tell others about this, will she Twilight?”

Hearing no response, Mystic turned around and gasped at what he saw. Twiligh'st head was now low to the ground with her ears flattened against the side of her head. The most disturbing sight was that tears were now dripping from her eyes, creating a small but noticeable puddle on the wooden floor.

“Oh Twilight,” he said as he trotted over to her, “please don’t cry. I’m sorry if me being here made your friend say those things.”

“No,” Twilight said through the sobs, “it’s not you. You actually stood up for me. It’s just that I can’t believe that one of my best friends thinks that I’m somehow incapable or uninterested in love. Why? Is it because I’m an egghead that she thinks I don’t care about love.”

Mystic was relieved that she wasn’t also upset with him. Nevertheless he was shocked that Twilight was thinking about love so much lately. For a moment, he thought that maybe he could say to her that he would be her special somepony. He quickly stifled that thought. It might upset her more if he did that, and if she said she wasn’t interested in him, it would make the time spent together very awkward. He didn’t know if he liked her like that. Sure she was cute and smart, but was she the one for him. More imporaantly, was he the love for her?

“Twilight,” Mystic said as he put a reassuring hoof on her shoulder, “I know you’ll find your special somepony one day if you want. You’ve shown me how smart and funny and kind you are when you took me in and are teaching me magic. So please don’t be said at what your friends said. All that matters is what you believe.”

“Thank you, Mystic,” Twilight said drying her eyes, “you’re a good friend.”

Mystic was a little, no, more like really crushed. Even though at the time he wasn’t sure about dating her, it was sad to hear Twilight say she only wanted to be friends and nothing more with him. It was like a door was shut in his face, especially when seeing what was on the other side.

“Is there anything else I can help you with,” Mystic said, unsure what else to say.

“No, I think I’m ok,” Twilight said although clearly looking like she still wasn’t fine, “I think I need some time alone, if you don’t mind.”

“Ok then,” Mystic said, trying to keep his spirits high, “I guess I’ll wander around the town a little. I’ll be back in a few hours.”

Not hearing Twilight object and not wanting to belabor the point, Mystic left the library, leaving Twilight alone and with her thoughts. The purple unicorn walked over to a purple book on a slanted podium. With a heavy sigh she took a quill, dipped it in ink and began to write, as if the words were flowing directly from her mind to the paper. Soon a few sentences turned into paragraphs, echoing what she felt and thought.

Friendly Advice

Chapter 8 – Friendly Advice

Mystic Study stood outside the library tree home, looking around the area. The streets were bustling with ponies, some conversing and some walking from one place to the next. Immediately the unicorn stallion felt lost. It was a different feeling from getting lost in the woods. He felt lost in his own mind and his own heart. It was like nothing made sense and he couldn’t make a decision if his life depended on it.

Looking across the way, he saw two ponies sitting at a table outside a café. The two were sharing a milkshake and looked deeply in love with each other. Both were not talking to each other, just staring deeply into the other’s eyes. It was like they were reading each other’s hearts like a book. Mystic felt uncomfortable, and not just for staring at these two ponies. There was something else there, a feeling of longing and regret. It was like that he was seeing his idea life but not having it just yet.

It was then Mystic saw a unicorn mare walking up to him. She was very beautiful with her snowy white pelt and her styled purple mane and tail.

“Oh hello there,” Rarity said to the male unicorn, “I take it that you have just left this building. By any chance do you know is a unicorn named Twilight Sparkle in there? She’s my friend and I was going to meet her to see if she would be interested in having tea with me.”

“Well, yes she is, but I don’t think she wants to see any pony at this moment,” Mystic said.

“Whatever do you mean, darling,” Rarity said looking at the pony said with a confused look on her face.

“It’s a long story,” the stallion said.

“Oh, well perhaps it is best if we have this conversation in private. Please follow me.”

Clearly this pony knew Twilight so Mystic could trust this pony. He followed her through the crowd, trying to make sure he didn’t lose her. Finally they arrived at a tall circular building that was adorned with horses at the top.

“Welcome to my humble abode and shop, the Carousel Boutique,” Rarity said proudly, “please come inside.”

The stallion followed her in and marveled at the myriad of dresses that were around the store.

“So, you make dresses for a living?”

“Why yes darling. I make other fashionable items too, but dresses are my specialty. But where are my manners. My name is Rarity. And what is your name?”

“I’m Mystic Study, but you can call me Mystic,” the unicorn.

“Well it’s wonderful to meet you,” Rarity said motioning Mystic to an area with very comfortable looking seats, “Now please take a seat. And would you like some tea?”

Mystic took a seat amazed at how the seats were very soft. “Um… sure. Tea would be nice.”

“Then I shall be right back then,” Rarity said as she trotted out of the room.

Mystic had to wait only a few minutes before the mare returned, levitating a tray with a tea pot, two cups and other items. She then set the tea down and poured the tea with her telekinesis.

“Now would you like and cream, sugar, or honey?”

“I’ll just have some cream and sugar,” Mystic said. With a nod the white unicorn added the other ingredients to the tea.

“Thank you, Rarity,” Mystic said as he drank a little tea.

“You’re welcome,” Rarity mentioned, “Now then, you said that you had a story to tell about Twilight. I will say that you have my full confidence that everything you say here will be confidential. I am one of her best friends after all.”

“Well, I’m a student of Princess Luna who was sent here from Canterlot to study the Elements of Harmony.”

“Oh you’re from Canterlot. What a charming city it is. And you said that Luna is your teacher. I never knew that. What is it like being Luna’s student?”

“I like being her student she’s really nice once you get to know her and she knows so much about magic.”

“Well as for your studies on the Elements of Harmony, I must say you have found one already in Twilight and I am also one of the so-called Bearers, Generosity specifically. I supposed that you would like to speak to me about that, but perhaps at a later time. You seem to have more pressing matters than your studies.”

“Well, I was on my way to meet Twilight Sparkle as Luna said she would give me a place to stay, but then a tree branch fell during the storm, right on top of me.”

“Oh you poor thing,” Rarity said, “Are you ok?”

“Yes, sort of. Anyway, Twilight visited me in the hospital and then took me back to her house. Along the way she was acting funny.”

“Funny,” Rarity said as she took a sip of her tea, “How so?”

“I don’t know. It was as if she was nervous seeing me around with her. Anyway then Twilight’s assistant, Spike started to say that the two of us were dating. Then the next day, Twilight mentions the word love in regards to magic and she turns all sad.”

Mystic then stopped to breathe before continuing, “The worst part was the fact that some other pony, Rainbow Dash, came in and upon seeing us and said we were dating. But I think what upset Twilight and myself the most was when she said that she didn’t know Twilight was into finding love.”

“She didn’t,” Rarity said with a shock.

“She did,” Mystic said, “and now Twilight’s probably crying in her house. I wanted to help her, but she preferred to be alone. I feel so bad for her, but I don’t know what to do. I don’t know why she gets so upset about things relating to love.”

Rarity thought about all that Mystic said carefully. She didn’t want to betray Twilights friendship or Mystic’s trust.

“Unfortunately, Mystic, I don’t know much about the matter that you mentioned because I wasn’t there, nor can I say too much about what I know about why she is involved with love so much. What I can say is this: Twilight is a very complex pony as you might have seen. Although she is very book smart, there are some things socially she is struggling through. Love, I assume, is one of them. When Rainbow Dash mentioned that uncouth thing about not thinking Twilight wanted love, why it’s like saying that she was incapable of it. You understand that part, right?”

“Yes, I think I do,” Mystic said, “So, what should I do?”

“I think you should be a friend to her just like I am a friend to her. You don’t really have to do much, just comfort her and help cheer her up. Do you think you can do that?”

“Yes, I think so,” the stallion said.

“Fantastic darling,” Rarity said, “now I will go talk with Twilight as well and also Rainbow Dash. She needs to learn her manners when it comes to other pony’s emotions.”

“Thank you Rarity,” Mystic said, “I think I’ll go back and see how she is.”

“Very well,” Rarity said, “do feel free to come back when you want to talk about the Elements of Harmony.”

With the new advice, Mystic stepped outside and headed back to the tree, hoping that he could help Twilight.

A Friend in Need

Chapter 8 – A Friend in Need

Mystic returned to Twilight’s home, him mind full of the advice from Rarity. He didn’t know exactly what to expect when he opened the door. The stallion wondered if she’d still be angry or sad. He hoped not. He hated to see anypony that way, especially Twilight. Although it never happened at any time else during his life, when he saw Twilight crying, he felt like he was going to cry.

Collecting himself, Mystic opened the door slowly so as not to alarm Twilight.

“Who’s there,” a voice was heard inside.

“It’s Mystic, Twilight. Can I come in?”

“Oh Mystic! I’m sorry. Please come in. You know you don’t have to stay outside like that, but thanks for being such a gentlecolt for waiting.”

Mystic walked into the library. The place looked like he left it, except there were a few other books that were around. Maybe Twilight was reading to cope with her feelings. It made sense as the stallion did that sometimes or took to writing.

“Are you ok Twilight?”

“Oh… yes I’m fine,” she said although it was clear that she wasn’t due to the lingering sadness and anger in her eyes.

“Twilight, I want to help you, but I have to say you’re not a very good liar. I can see that you’re upset. I’m here for you. Talk to me.”

“I guess it shows, doesn’t it?”

The stallion gave a simple nod in reply, letting Twilight talk.

“Alright, I admit I’m still not happy. I can’t believe my friend, Rainbow Dash, would say something like that. We’ve been friends for a few years now. She knows much about me and me her. But to think that she thinks that I’m not interesting in finding a soul mate, it’s like being stabbed in the heart!”

Mystic realized the truth that she was looking for love. Otherwise there would be no reason for her being upset like this. He wondered maybe this was a sign to him.

“So, you want to find a special somepony?”

“Yes,” Twilight said.

“Well … um … if you want, I can be one.”

Twilight looked at the stallion, pondering what he said. He was genuinely asking this. Of course, she didn’t see him as the type to joke with her when she was upset.

“Mystic, you seem to be a smart and great pony. But we’ve only known each other for a few days. Yes I’d like to find a special somepony, but it’s going to take time. I was not really that great with making friends, so I know it’s going to be some time until I who is best for me. So for now, I’m sorry, but I have to say no.”

Mystic felt dejected. Although he wasn’t sure if Twilight would be his ideal soul mate as he didn’t know much about her, the fact that he was basically denied even a remote possibility crushed him. But out of his defeat, and idea formed.

“Then let me be your friend.”

“What,” Twilight said.

“I would at least like to be your friend Twilight. You’re a very smart, caring, and kind pony, and I want to know more about you. And it’s not just for this Elements of Harmony report for Princess Luna. I really want to be your friend. So, will you accept my friendship?”

Twilight thought for a moment about having Mystic as a friend. The stallion wondered if she was going to say no. If she did, this would be a very awkward couple of days ahead with her.

“Yes, Mystic. Let’s be friends. It’s going to be a little strange for me since I never had a stallion as a friend, but I really feel that you’re smart, and caring and kind, too.”

“Thanks, Twilight,” Mystic said as she gave him a hug. The mare stood a little shocked at the sudden sign of affection the stallion gave.

“Oh, sorry,” the stallion said as she let go of her, “I didn’t know you were opposed to hugging.”

“No, I’m not opposed to it. Just tell me next time when you do that, ok?”

“Sure. I do have to say again I’m sorry.”

“For what?”

“For making you upset. If I wasn’t here, Rainbow Dash wouldn’t see you with me and say those things.”

“Oh, Mystic, you don’t have to be upset about that. And yes, you’re apology is accepted. So, how about we have supper I teach you some more things on magic since it’s getting kind of late. Tomorrow I think I should introduce you to my friends. After all, you wanted to meet the other Elements of Harmony, right?”

“That would be nice,” Mystic said as he followed her into the kitchen.

The stallion spent the evening with Twilight learning more about magic. Slowly the spells started to come back to him. He began to move heavier objects with his telekinesis, produce a ball of light with a light spell, and even create a defensive shield. All of these were basic spells that unicorns would learn in their early years of magical training, but they were a sign of progress. He hoped that soon his main magical ability would return, signaling that he had finally broke through his Magical Amnesia.

But there was something else he enjoyed during this time. He enjoyed being with Twilight Sparkle. He liked talking to her about magic, hearing her laugh at a joke he made however corny it may have been, and even getting to know pieces of information about her. He felt that they were becoming closer as friends, their trust building with every laugh and action and word spoken.

That night Mystic lay in bed, excited to see Twilight’s friends and the other Elements of Harmony. Of course he met Rarity and Rainbow Dash and indirectly Pinkie Pie. He hoped he could be just as good as friends as he was with Twilight. Later that night, he dreamed he was with Twilight, sitting on a hill during a starry sky. Suddenly a shooting star flew overhead to both ponies’ amazement.

“Make a wish,” Twilight said in his dream.

Mystic closed his eyes and wished, for what his actual self did not know.

Applejack

Chapter 9 – Applejack

Mystic woke up early again eager for the day to start. He remembered how Twilight was going to show him her other friends and fellow Bearers of the Elements of Harmony. Although his assignment by Princess Luna was to report on the Elements, his goal shifted to him wanting to get to know them so that he could get to know Twilight more. A pony’s friends spoke volumes on their own personality. Usually a pony would be friends with those who shared common interests with them. No doubt this bond of friendship was an effective way to heighten the power of the Elements.

He made his way downstairs after getting ready, surprised to see Twilight already up and read.

“Oh, hi there Mystic,” she said, “sleep well?”

“Hello Twilight. I slept well. You’re up earlier that before.”

“Well, I don’t stay up every night to study, only occasionally. And I wanted to be up on time so we can get a full day of meeting my friends. Now, I’m not sure if we can get to meeting all of them, so maybe we’ll try meeting three today and two tomorrow. On the second day you can also complete your report on my element. Does that sound ok to you?”

“Sounds fine to me,” Mystic said.

“Ok, so let’s get breakfast and we’ll be on our way.”

After another round of breakfast and conversation the two were getting to know each other more. Mystic learned through the time at Twilight’s house that the mare liked learning not just by books but by her own discovery like going on nature walks and stargazing. Twilight learned that Lore liked learning by visiting museums. He preferred learning about ponies rather than natural history.

Finally the two were ready to head out for the tour of meeting the friends.

“Ok. So which friend are we going to meet first then?”

“I think I’ll let you meet Applejack first. She’s an earth pony who lives on a farm just outside of Ponyvile called Sweet Apple Acres. It’s the friend from here, so I figure we’ll start there and work our way back.”

“That’s a good plan. Lead the way then Twilight!”

The two traveled down the streets towards Sweet Apple Acres. Mystic was looking around to get a full sense of the town. It was the first time he was able to see most of it, and Twilight was happy to act as a tour guide, pointing out important places and the ponies that lived there. In the short walk, the stallion learned where the Town Hall, café, bookstore, inn, ice cream store, and other places were, and he took good mental notes, slowly building an image of the map of the town in his mind.

Finally the two reached the outskirts of the town where the farm sat on a hill. The hill was dotted with hundreds maybe thousands of apple trees. They passed through the entryway where a sign proudly declared the name of the farm. Walking along the path, the two saw the barn, farm house, and other buildings come into view.

There an orange earth pony wearing a cowboy hat was standing nearby a tree next to the house. With a swift kick to the truck with her back legs, the apples shook loose and fell into the baskets below.

“Hi Applejack,” Twilight said as the other mare was taking a break.

“Well howdy Twilight,” Applejack said. She then noticed her unicorn friend wasn’t alone. “An’ who’s this pony you’ve got there?”

“Oh this is my new friend, Mystic. He’s a student of Princess Luna and is studying the Elements of Harmony. Mystic, this is my friend, Applejack.”

“Pleasure to meet you Mystic,” Applejack said as she suddenly seized the hoof of the stallion and began to shake it forcefully, making Mystic’s body shake up and down, “Any friend of mah friend is mah friend as well.”

At last the orange mare let go as Mystic tried to steady himself.

“Err… So can I talk to you about being an Element of Harmony?”

“You sure can, but how ‘bout we walk an’ talk. Ah’ got some trees to buck. If you an’ Twilight want to help, that would be much appreciated.”

“Sure,” the two unicorns said as they followed Applejack around the barn and into the orchard. The three then saw a big red earth pony stallion hitched up to a wagon.

“Now this here, mystic, is mah brother, Big Macintosh. Say hi to Twilight and Mystic, Big Mac.”

“Hello,” Big Mac said simply.

“Ah’ have other member of mah family here, but Granny Smith is sleepin’ an’ mah younger sister, Apple Bloom, is in school. So ah’m goin’ to be bucking some trees then. Mystic and Twilight, if you can dump the apples into the wagon with yer levitation magic, that’ll save a load of time.”

The three set to work going through the trees. Thankfully Mystic had regained his magic power enough to assist in emptying the baskets.

“So, you had some questions ‘bout bein’ an Element of Harmony?”

“Well, for starters, which Element are you?”

“Ah’m the Element of Honesty,” Applejack said proudly.

“And do you think that the element best fits you?”

“Ah’d like to think it does. Honesty is an important quality fer me an’ mah family. We like to give ponies the truth an’ we certainly don’ like any cheaters. Trust is an important quality with any relationship. Not havin’ trust is like a tree with no roots.”

“Did anything change when you became a bearer of the Element?”

“Not much personally, except it gave me an excuse to go out on some wild adventures. An’ of course, ah’ wouldn’t have met some great friends like Twilight here without those Elements. So, do you have enough fer yer study thing?”

“I think I do.”

“Well if you need anythin’ else, you know where to find me. Now, let’s git back to the barn then. Ah’ think we have a big enough load of apples fer this time.”

The four ponies made their way back to the barn. Suddenly Applejack grabbed Mystic and pulled him aside behind a stack of boxes.

“Ah’ like you Mystic, so ah’m going to let you in on a little advice. You like Twilight, right?”

“What,” Mystic said at how forthright Applejack was.

“Don’ play the fool to me. Ah’ve seen the way Twilight looks at you and how you look at her. It doesn’t take an egghead like Twilight to see that you two want to be more than just friends. So mah advice is to be honest with her. Tell her how you really feel ‘bout her. Ah’ can tell you the honesty will be a great way to show her how much you care. Think you can try that?”

“I’ll try,” Mystic said.

“Well alright then. An’ be careful around my friend. Ah’d wouldn’t to see her heart broken.”

The two then went around the boxes where Twilight were waiting.

“Everything ok you two?”

“Yep,” Applejack said, “everythin’ is fine and dandy.”

“Ok,” Twilight said, “we have to get going now Applejack so Mystic can see the others.”

“Ok then,” the orange mare said, “Ah’ll be seein’ you later ah’ guess. Nice meetin’ you Mystic.”

“You too, Applejack.”

The two unicorns then waved goodbye and journeyed down the dirt road out of the farm. Mystic’s mind was a buzz with information, not only about Applejack and the Element of Honesty, but what she said about being honest to Twilight.

Fluttershy

Chapter 10 – Fluttershy

“So, what did you think of Applejack, Mystic,” Twilight said as the two left Sweet Apple Acres.

“Well she’s certainly full of energy and hard working. I guess that comes with the territory of working at a farm.”

“Oh I think that Applejack has those things naturally. Her personality just fits well with her job. If she was in any other occupation, she’d do probably just as well.”

Mystic then realized that Twilight was not leading him back towards Ponyville. Instead, the two were going around Sweet Apple acres and heading right towards the Everfree Forest.

“Um… Twilight? Why are we going to the Everfree Forest?”

“We’re not going in,” the mare said, “my friend Fluttershy lives in a cottage at the edge of the forest.”

“Why doesn’t she live in town?”

“Well she takes care of animals, so it makes sense living next to where they live. And I have to warn you that she’s a bit shy.”

Mystic wondered how shy this pony really was and if this somehow contributed to her living away from the other ponies. He then saw in a clearing a very idyllic setting of a small cottage by a stream. What caught Mystic’s attention was the myriad of animals, scampering, flying, and crawling about. Clearly there was a sense of comfort these animals had living so close to a pony.

“I think I better greet her first,” Twilight said before knocking on the door.

“Who… who’s there,” a tiny whisper of a voice was heard from within.

“Fluttershy, it’s Twilight.”

“Oh Twilight. I’ll be out in one minute.”

The door then opened and a yellow Pegasus appeared. She looked at Twilight with a smile, acknowledging her friend. Then she noticed the unicorn mare wasn’t alone but with another pony she had never seen before. She looked at him and then instantly looked down at the ground.

“Hello,” the stallion said, “My name’s Mystic Study, but you can call me Mystic.”

“Um… hello Mystic,” Fluttershy said barely above a whisper.

“What was that you said?”

“I said hello,” the yellow Pegasus said again very softly.

“I didn’t really hear that,” Mystic said.

The poor mare then began to tremble and uttered a little squeak in response. It would be cute hearing the sound if it wasn’t that the pony was in utter fear.

“Hold on Mystic,” Twilight said, “I think I need to talk to her first.”

Twilight was then whispering something to Fluttershy with the Pegasus talking at the same level. Occasionally one of the two would glance at the stallion. Finally Twilight returned to Mystic with Fluttershy in tow.

“Oh I’m sorry,” the Pegasus said, “I didn’t know you were Twilight’s friend. Pleas come inside.”

The three proceeded inside to the house as directed by the mare. More animals greeted the three, especially Mystic who was a pony they never saw before. One animal, a white rabbit, looked at him with a very upset expression.

“Now Angel, we have guests, so please be of your best behavior.”

Mystic couldn’t help but snicker at the bunny being called Angel, as he looked anything but an angel.

“So, how can I help you,” the Pegasus said.

“Well, I’m a student of Princess Luna and…”

Mystic stopped as Fluttershy had a nervous look on her face.

“Was it something I said,” Mystic asked Twilight, unsure about how mentioning Princess Luna’s name would cause so much distress.

“Fluttershy, for the last time, Luna is not Nightmare Moon anymore.”

Now the unicorn stallion understood. There were a few ponies that he met in Canterlot who were still nervous around the Princess of the Night. This caused great stress to Luna as it was like playing back the events when she was Nightmare Moon when all the Princess wanted to do was forget.

“Oh ok,” Fluttershy said, “so, um… Mystic you were saying?”

“Well, I’m doing a study for her on the current bearers of the Elements of Harmony. Twilight told me that you are one of the bearers. Mind if I ask you just a few questions?”

Fluttershy looked at him for a little. She appeared nervous about answering questions about her, but then again she looked nervous in general. The yellow Pegasus looked over at Twilight for a sign of support. Twilight gave a little nod as if to say it was ok.

“Ok,” Fluttershy said.

“So first of all, what is your Element that you possess?”

“Mine is Kindness.”

“And can you tell me the importance of kindness in your opinion?”

“Oh, well I think kindness is very important. A pony has to be kind to other ponies to be able to work together. It’s like a bond between ponies, whether they’re acquaintances, friends, or even couples. No pony likes talking to or working with a mean pony.”

“And have you noticed any change becoming a bearer of the Element of Kindness?”

“Not really. I did meet some really nice friends after becoming one.”

“And how important is kindness to you job of taking care of animals?”

“I think it’s just as important to share kindness to animals just like with ponies. Animals can sense whether you’re sad or afraid or happy you know. So showing kindness helps both you and the animals.”

The pony definitely, like Applejack, incorporated her element into her life. So far learning about Twilight’s friends and about the Elements of Harmony was going along really smoothly.

“So, Mystic, do you think you have enough for your report,” Twilight asked clearly interested in moving on.

“I think I do. Thank you, Fluttershy.”

“Oh, you’re welcome,” Fluttershy said, “I always like meeting a pony that is kind.”

The two unicorns were about to leave when Fluttershy looked at Mystic like he wanted to say something to him, but for some reason not while Twilight was standing there.

“Um… Mystic… I know I shouldn’t be barging in like this, but you look like you really like Twilight. So … um … maybe if you show some kindness to her, she’ll like you more. That is … if you want to.”

Mystic nodded in recognition as he joined Twilight Sparkle outside.

“What were you talking to Fluttershy about,” Twilight asked.

“Oh, she just wanted to know if she did a good job with her interview,” Mystic said with a lie.

“Oh, well she actually was pretty good for being so shy, wasn’t she?”

“I think she was great. So, where to next, Twilight?”

“Well, it’s getting kind of late, but I think we could squeeze in one more friend. Follow me back to town.”

Mystic followed Twilight away from the Everfre Forest and towards town, happy that he had one third of his research covered. He pondered why the friends thought he liked Twilight, and why they were so free to offer their advice. More importantly he wondered how Twilight wasn’t seeing these signs. He wondered if she was that opposed to being his special somepony or if she just didn’t know the signs of love. Maybe with meeting her other friends Mystic could unravel the mystery behind Twilight’s complex nature.

Rarity

Chapter 12 – Rarity

It was later in the afternoon when Twilight Sparkle and Mystic Study had returned to Ponyville. So far the stallion was happy that he had seen two of the bearers of the Elements of Harmony, not including Twilight herself. Strangely both Applejack and Fluttershy saw that Mystic liked Twilight and interestingly enough there was a hint of her liking him. He wondered if it was that blatant that Twilight’s friends could see it. More importantly, if it was that blatant, why was Twilight not noticing it?

Mystic wondered about his relationship situation. Twilight looked like she was interested in finding love; otherwise she wouldn’t have been so upset when Rainbow Dash told her those things. She however wasn’t interested in him as a special somepony, at least not at the time. Mystic resigned himself to being her friend. This at least established something with the purple unicorn rather than awkward temporary housemates. He wondered if that was a good idea doing that, if he had relegated himself into the friend zone.

He wondered if he liked Twilight as a special somepony. Granted she was smart, funny, kind, and cute. And she was amazing at magic. It was everything that he wanted in his mind for an ideal soul mate. Like Twilight’s concern when she spoke to him, he was unsure of what Twilight was really like as they had only known each other for a few days.

Maybe with meeting the other Elements of Harmony, he could find out more about her indirectly. It was like a research project, something Luna would give him when she taught him. But unlike other studies, this had to be more subtle as it was relating to a pony.

“Here we are,” Twilight said, breaking up Mystic’s thoughts. He didn’t know how far he had gone at first, but he quickly knew where he was. The two were standing in front of Carousel Boutique, the same place he went to earlier when Twilight wanted to be alone. The two walked into the store which was the same that Mystic remembered it as.

“Rarity,” Twilight said, “are you here?”

“Oh Twilight,” a familiar voice was heard, “I’ll be right there in a minute.”

True to her word, in a minute Rarity did appear.

“Oh, hello Twilight. And hello again, Mystic. I didn’t expect you to be back so soon.”

“You met Mystic, Rarity,” Twilight said questioningly.

“Why yes,” the white unicorn said, “I was on a stroll when I met Mystic outside your home, Twilight. We had just some idle conversation, especially about that he was Luna’s student. I couldn’t believe it that Luna had a student, but I stood corrected when I met Mystic. Now, how can I help you?”

Mystic was happy that Rarity left out the fact that he expressed his concern about Twilight to her. The fact that he had given away a sort of uncomfortable event would not bode well for his friendship status.

“Well, as I said to you before, Rarity, I’m studying the Elements of Harmony. You told me that you were the bearer of the Element of Generosity. Would it be ok if I asked you a few questions about that for my study?”

“Of course you can, dear. Let’s retire in the sitting area then.”

The three went to the room Mystic and took a seat.

“Ok, Mystic,” Rarity said, “I am all ears.”

“Well, what does generosity mean to you as an Element of Harmony, and how important is it?”

“Why, generosity is a very important quality to have dear. If a pony wishes to have any relationship with another pony or have any social class they need to help others. This includes devoting their time, energy, sometimes material things like money, or in all three of our cases our magic. By devoting any of this, it shows that you care about another pony to sacrifice a part of you for the welfare of the other pony. However generosity should be a mutual thing. I simply cannot stand ponies who take advantage of others while doing nothing for them in return.”

“Ok, and how does generosity impact your job?”

“Well, as a business pony, I have to establish and maintain a relationship with my clients. While I cannot just give away the dresses and accessories I make because I wouldn’t be in business for long, I am always willing to be flexible with the payment of my wares. And I’m always willing to help with alterations or repairs at no charge. When a pony knows that you are fair with your business, they will come back and tell other ponies, so it’s only natural to be as helpful as possible.”

“And has anything really changed in your life since becoming a bearer of the Element of Generosity?”

“Not really dear. I can say that I have had more adventures as one, defeating villains and the like. More importantly I was able to meet five best friends that have made my life simply wonderful.”

“I think that’s all the questions I have.”

“Very well, Mystic I’m glad to be of help to you and your study. Now Twilight dear, may I speak to you in private. Don’t worry, Mystic. It’s just a little mare talk. It shouldn’t be too long.”

“Err… ok Rarity,” Twilight said unsure what Rarity would want to talk about. It appeared to be something urgent. She followed her friend into another room.

“Now Twilight, I must ask you if you’re alright.”

“If I’m alright,” Twilight said, “Why do you ask that.”

“Well, Twilight, you look like you have much on your mind. It’s the same look I know I have when I have several projects to do. Now tell me, what’s on your mind?”

Twilight then gave the story about how Rainbow Dash accused her of dating Mystic and saying about how the rainbow manned pony didn’t know that she was interested in love.

“Why Twilight that’s terrible,” Rarity said. In reality she knew the story from Mystic, but it was nonetheless shocking when heard again from her best friend, “Well, I shall have to have a talk with our mutual friend about holding her tongue and not upsetting a pony. I am confused about something.”

“Confused? About what, Rarity?”

“There’s something not quite right with your story. I can fully understand why you were upset when Rainbow Dash told you that you were not interested in love. What I’m not sure about is why you were upset that she thought you and Mystic were dating. You were upset about that too, right?”

“Well yes… I think. I don’t know. It was just that Rainbow Dash was saying that I was dating him. It took me by surprise I guess that I sort of blurted out that we weren’t dating and things went from there.”

“I see. Now I don’t wish to pry, but are you… you know… considering dating Mystic?”

Twilight immediately blushed as she started to shuffle her hooves.

“Well no… I mean yes. It’s complicated. He seems like a nice pony and all, but I don’t think I had the chance to get to the level of dating.”

“Fully understandable, Twilight. Let me rephrase the question then. Do you like him, not just as a friend but as … you know… a special somepony?”

Twilight’s face had now turned maroon with embarrassment.

“I… I don’t know. I mean I he’s smart, funny, kind, and I’m happy when I’m around him. He seems to be what I’m looking for in a soulmate. But can I really like him? Should I really like him? Ooohhh, for once in my life I don’t know!”

Rarity smiled and put a comforting hoof oh her friend’s shoulder. “Twilight, I honestly think that you like Mystic, and I think that he likes you. But I can’t decide for you about who you should love.”

“Is finding love this hard?”

“I’m afraid so. Now there some ponies who find love at first sight and although how romantic that is, most ponies have to work to find love. My advice is to get to know him more and then let you heart decide.”

“Thanks Rarity,” Twilight said as she hugged her friend, “I guess I shouldn’t worry about things and just see what happens with my and Mystic.”

“That’s the spirit. And as always if you need help again, I’m here.”

Twilight and Rarity then exited the room they were in and met Mystic.

“Well, Mystic,” Twilight said as she recovered from the conversation she had with Rarity, “Are you ready to go back to my home?”

“Um… sure,” he said, “Thanks, Rarity.”

“You’re welcome, dear.”

Twilight walked out of the Boutique her mind swimming with thoughts. Mystic was following her when he noticed Rarity motion for him as if she wanted to say something to him without Twilight there.

“Mystic dear, I know you like Twilight. A mare’s intuition knows this. Don’t worry, I won’t tell Twilight, but I think she wouldn’t be surprised.”

“Why?”

“I see the way she looks at you. She may not be falling head over hooves for you yet, but there is that spark of love there. So my advice to you is to be generous to her, devoting what you can to get to know her. Then and only then can your heart decide. Do you think you can do that?”

Mystic gave a nod.

“Very well darling. Now I won’t keep you waiting any longer.”

Mystic then caught up with Twilight as the two headed back to the library tree.

Revelation

Chapter 13 – Revelation

It was evening when Mystic and Twilight returned home after their busy day. Mystic was happy that he was able to meet three of the Elements off Harmony and learn about them. Twilight was jus happy that she was able to help Mystic and met her friends.

Yet deep inside them, the two felt a growing tension. Both could feel it the moment they met each other. They knew what it was, yet the two still couldn’t admit the truth that they had undeniable feelings towards each other.

Ever since meeting her, Mystic always held the possibility of being Twilight’s special somepony. This idea increased with each passing day that he was with her talking, laughing, and enjoying her company. This was all strengthened by the words of Twilight’s friends who encouraged him to be her soul mate and offered their advice on how to do so. “Be honest, be kind, and be generous.” These words echoed in his mind as he looked over at her from across the table.

Twilight was also conflicted. She knew she wanted a special somepony, enough to cast a spell to find one. She wondered if Mystic was this pony she was looking for. He certainly had the qualities she wanted in a mate. Still there was that skepticism that he was truly the one. What recently shocked her was that Rarity insightfully told Twilight how she looked when with Mystic.

“Oh, Mystic,” Twilight said as something else surfaced in her mind, “I have something to tell you.”

“Really,” Mystic said, “What?”

He braced himself for what Twilight was about to say. He pictured the mare declaring his love for him and saying how she wanted to be his special somepony.

“I think I have a way to get your magic ability back.”

Mystic’s felt like a balloon deflating. Twilight was still not recognizing her feelings towards him, opting to mention his magic problem. Mystic still had the issue of his Magical Amnesia in his thoughts, but lately that was pushed aside when thinking about meeting the Elements of Harmony and his feelings towards her.

“Oh, really? How?”

“Well I learned a spell that could restore a pony’s memories. It was a long story about how I found this spell, but let’s just say that I had to help some friends remember who they were. But I think I can use it on you to get back your memory. Do you want to try?”

“Um… sure,” Mystic said.

“Great, ok now hold still when I do this.”

Twilight’s horn glowed as she leaned forward. As she lightly touched his horn with hers, Mystic felt like nothing was happening. Suddenly his horn suddenly activated with a blue aura The two were unable to pull themselves apart as it felt like there was something holding them together.

“Twilight, what’s happening?”

“I don’t know. This has never happened before.”

The two watched in awe as their individual auras danced and circled each other like two snakes dueling. For a brief moment the two unicorns could read the other’s mind.

“Is he the one that I’m looking for? Is he my soul mate,” Mystic heard Twilight’s mind say, “I wish I could just tell him how I feel.”

“She’s an amazing pony, and I really want to be her special somepony,” Twilight heard Mystic’s mind echo, “I wish that she would just give me a chance, give love a chance.”

Suddenly the two energies merged into each other and then exploded into a ball of white light. The blast separated the two unicorns, causing them to fly through the air. Both had their flight halted when they slammed into bookshelves at the opposite ends of the room, causing an avalanche of books to fall on them.

Mystic was the first to recover shaking off a few books before trying to stand.

“Ugh! What happened? Twilight?”

The stallion looked around to see where she was. He then noticed the pile of books on the other side of the room and galloped over. He began to frantically pull off the books with his magic. At the bottom of the pile, Twilight was unconscious.

“Twilight, speak to me! Oh I can’t bear to see you hurt after trying to help me. Not when you mean so much to me.”

Mystic didn’t care about keeping his secret any more. All he cared about was Twilight being ok. He then heard a groan and looked down.

“Mystic? Is that you,” Twilight said.

“Twilight, are you ok?”

“Yeah, I think so,” she said, “Did you… really mean that about me? That you cared for me?”

“Of course I do,” Mystic said as he helped her up, “Ever since I met you I did. I guess I was a little shy telling you that.”

“Mystic, when that thing happened with our magic I saw some things in your mind. Did you see things, too about me?”

“Yes, about how you liked me. Why didn’t you tell me you felt that way about me?”

“I guess I was a little shy, too. I realized that while I had many things going in my life, I didn’t have a special somepony to love me. I even kind of cast a spell to help find one.”

“Wait a minute,” Mystic said in surprise, “I was looking for a special somepony, and I cast a spell too like that.”

“I guess we found each other then,” Twilight said pondering the odd coincidence of two spells being cast like that, “Anyway, I was unsure if you were the right pony for me. It wasn’t about you though. You’re nice and smart and caring. It was just I didn’t know if you would like me enough to be your special somepony since I’m a little socially awkward.”

“Twilight,” Mystic said coming closer to her, “I’m sorry that I didn’t tell you how I felt, or if I made you believe that you were not good for me. You’re also smart, caring, and kind. And…. I love you.”

“What,” Twilight said as if her brain couldn’t register what he was saying.

“I love you Twilight, and I want to be there for you. Do you… want to be my special somepony?”

Twilight saw Mystic standing there with a look of pure love in his eyes. She felt like her heart was melting as she heard him confess that he wanted to be her soul mate.

“Oh Mystic,” Twilight said as she hugged him, tears of joy streaming down her face. “Of course I’ll be your special somepony!”

The two embraced each other for what felt like an eternity, almost as if they were afraid to let go as they would somehow be torn apart.

“Sheesh,” Spike said to the newly formed couple, “go love each other somewhere else.”

Twilight gave a sneer at the baby dragon over the shoulder of Mystic. Mystic could only smile at the fact that he was finally able to get the courage to say what he wanted to say to her. That night the two ponies in their separate beds dreamed the same dream of the two doing everything together and always with love on the mind. As they dreamed, a smile ran across their face at their confession to each other and the promise of a bright future.

Surprise

Chapter 14 – Surprise

Mystic and Twilight awoke the next day, their minds spinning like a tornado from the past evening. They wondered if that really happened, declaring their love to each other, or if it was just some crazy dream. Yet when the two met each other, that spark of love was still felt between the two, confirming that what happened was as real as breathing.

“Good morning, Mystic,” Twilight said.

“Morning, Twilight,” Mystic replied.

“I’ve been thinking, since we’re special someponies, maybe we should get to know each other more. And in the meantime, you can get use some of the information for your report about the Elements of Harmony.”

“Ok.”

“Just don’t put in anything too personal, ok,” Twilight said giving a nervous wink to the stallion.

“Got it,” Mystic said, “so, you said something about a spell to find your soul mate?”

“Yeah,” Twilight said sheepishly, “I guess it was just an idea I got when talking with a friend. She mentioned how love is like magic, so I thought maybe there was a spell there. How did you find your spell you cast?”

“You’re not going to believe how I got the spell. It was Princess Luna.”

“Princess Luna,” the mare said shocked, “Your teacher? How?”

“Well, one day I was feeling a little upset. The princess sensed it and asked my why I was upset. I told her that I didn’t know. I had a few friends, I was happy studying, and I had the chance to be the student to the Princess of the Night. She smiled and said simple that I was love sick. At first I wasn’t sure but then I realized that I was missing a special somepony in my life. She then found a spell and told me that while no spell can make a pony fall in love with me, it would help me find a soul mate. She enough I guess it did.”

“I guess it did,” Twilight said staring dreamily into his eyes.

“There was a strange thing though.”

“What was that?”

“Shortly after giving me that spell, Luna sent me to Ponyville to study the Elements of Harmony. You don’t think that she somehow knew that we’d fall in love?”

“Well I know that Princess Luna is powerful, but I don’t think she could somehow know that we’d be together,” Twilight said with a little laugh. She then paused as if a thought crossed her mind. “Unless…”

“Unless what?”

“Never mind. It was just a silly idea I thought. So anyway, you’ll need to know about my element, right?”

“Sure. So What does the Element of Magic mean to you?”

“Well at first as a filly under Princess Celestia, I thought that magic was its own isolated thing in the world, but then I learned that magic was everywhere and in everypony. Then I met my friends who happened to be the Elements of Harmony, and I learned how magical friendship could be and the power inside us all!”

“So, did much change when you found your Element?”

“Lots changed when that happened. Princess Celestia allowed me to stay in Ponyvile after, I became friends with Princess Luna, and I made some really good friends.”

“Well I can think of something else that getting your Element did,” Mystic said smiling, “You got me.”

“Awww Mystic,” Twilight said, “That’s so sweet!”

She then gave the stallion a hug, overwhelmed by his kindness he had. Mystic just smiled, enjoying the feeling of her in his arms. The two were too happy in the moment that neither of them noticed that a certain rainbow manned Pegasus had just opened to the door to the library.

“Hey, Twilight. Sorry I said those things a few days ago. I didn’t mean to upset you like that and…”

Rainbow Dash stopped as she saw the two ponies hugging each other.

“Err… maybe I should come back.”

The two unicorns then noticed that there was a third pony in the library. Both quickly separated and embarrassed tried to collect themselves.

“Oh hi Rainbow Dash,” Twilight said.

“So what’s going on you two?”

“I guess I should come clean,” Twilight said as she walked up next to Mystic, “Mystic is my special somepony now.”

The pegasus was frozen in surprise at the news.

“No way! So you two are a couple. Wow, Twilight, I guess I was right when I thought you two were dating after all.”

“Well at first we weren’t sure,” Mystic said, “but no we know.”

“Anyway, sorry Twilight that I made you think you weren’t able to love somepony. I didn’t mean it like that. It was that I surprised that’s all… I mean not that you could find a special somepony but that you didn’t tell me, your friend about it. You understand, right?”

“I understand, Rainbow Dash,” Twilight said, “Actually, Mystic here is studying the Elements of Harmony.”

“Oh so you’re an egghead like Twilight,” Rainbow Dash said with a snicker, “Sure I’ll help. After all, you’re a friend of my friend so that makes you good in my book. So go ahead!”

“Ok” Mystic said, “So what is your Element and how does it represent you?”

“My Element’s loyalty. You have to be loyal to a pony, standing with them no matter what happens. I mean I know that when my friends ask for my help, I’d never leave them hanging.”

“And how does it work with your job?”

“Well, you have to be loyal and work together with other Pegasus ponies when clearing the skies. But when I become a Wonderbolts, I really need to be loyal to both my teammates and my fans!”

“So you’re planning to be a Wonderbolt one day?”

“Yep. I just have to get the chance to let me awesomeness shine so they’ll be begging for me to join!”

“And how has becoming an Element of Harmony changed things?”

“Well, it hasn’t changed much for me other than meeting some awesome friends and going on crazy adventured with them. Also kicking evil in the flank is not so bad too.”

“Well thanks for that,” Mystic said.

“Heh, anytime,” Rainbow Dash said, “anyway, I have to get going, so I’ll see you around Mystic and Twilight. Have fun being special someponies.”

With that Rainbow Dash took off through the entrance of the library. For a moment, the two unicorn thought they’d be having some peace and quiet together. “Wait,” another pony said as a pink earth pony stuck her head into the library, “Has somepony found their special somepony?”

“Yes Pinkie I did,” Twilight said, “Pinkie Pie, this my special somepony, Mystic Study.”

The pony let out a gasp in shock as she saw the stallion.

“Oh my! I’m sorry I didn’t meet you before. Now I’m going to have to throw two parties: one because you’re new to town and a Special Somepony party.”

“Um… ok,” Mystic said, a little overwhelmed by Pinkie’s exuberance.

“Maybe later,” Twilight said, “Mystic here is studying the Elements of Harmony and wants to interview you.”

“Okie dokie lokey,” Pinkie said, “so, what do you want to know?”

“Well first what is your Element and how does it reflect you.”

“My Element’s Laughter, which fits well because I like to make ponies laugh. Well, I also like to bake and throw parties, but that usually leads to laughter so I guess that makes sense.”

“So you throw parties as a job?”

“Yes indeedie! I’m Ponyville’s number one party planner! Oh I just love to see ponies smile and laugh when I throw a party.”

“And has anything changed now that you’re a bearer of the Element of Laughter?”

“Well, my parties have still been super fun, so nothing changed there. Oh, but I did meet Twilight and my other friends, so that’s a change.”

“Well thanks for that information, Pinkie.”

“Anytime, Mystic. Anyway, I have to go. I need to plan a party for you. Or was that a double party. Ooo… maybe I can make two parties into one. I’ll figure that out soon. See you later!”

With that Pinkie then bounce walked out of the library as Mystic watched her leave.

“So, you think she’s going to throw a party or parties,” Mystic said.

“I think so. Don’t worry. Just go with it. That’s what I do. Pinkie will always be Pinkie. So, how about we talk some more then. Ever read Starswirl the Bearded’s work?"

Planning

Chapter 15 – Planning

While Twilight and Mystic were enjoying their newfound relationship with each other, there was something stirring in Ponyville. More specifically, Sugarcube Corner, while normally closed for the evening, had its lights on. There four ponies waited in anticipation for something to happen.

“So, can anypony tell me why we’re all here,” Applejack asked her friends.

“I don’t really know,” Fluttershy responded softly, “I just got a message from Pinkie Pie saying to come here and it was urgent.”

“I received a message about that, too,” Rarity said, “I hope it’s nothing troubling.”

“I hope it’s not Pinkie having us try out a new dessert,” Rainbow Dash said, “She made me east an entire cake once. I could barely fly home!”

The chatter was immediately silenced by Pinkie Pie appearing from the kitchen. She was dressed in a green military uniform with various awards on it, including a cupcake shaped one. Her look was completed by black combat boots and a helmet.

“Fellow friends and bearers of the Elements of Harmony, I have brought you here tonight to address a certain crisis we are facing. Now many of you know that there has recently been a change in our midst, some of you noting it more than others. I have it on good authority that this change will not cause any disruption in our plans as friends but should be nonetheless regarded to the utmost degree and…”

“Pinkie Pie,” Applejack said, “We already know that Twilight and Mystic are special someponies with each other.”

Pinkie stopped her military routine in shock that her friends knew about the couple.

“Really? You all knew? How did that happem?”

“Well,” Rarity said, “Rainbow Dash heard it from Twilight and Mystic, so she told Applejack, Fluttershy, and of course myself.”

“An' frankly it wasn’t a big mystery,” Applejack said, “Ah’ mean, when ah’ first laid my eyes on those two it looked like somethin’ was up.”

“I saw that too,” Fluttershy, “oh, they looked so cute together as a couple.”

“That Mystic really has a place in my book for making Twilight so happy,” Rainbow Dash replied.

“Alright girls,” Pinkie Pie said as she pulled off her military uniform, “Since all of you know what’s going on with Twilight and Mystic, I’m just going to skip right to the heart of things. I think it would be nice to give the two a romantic evening.”

“Oh what a lovely idea,” Rarity said.

“Yes, it sounds very nice,” Fluttershy added.

“So, how can we help,” Rainbow Dash.

“I though you’d never ask,” Pinkie pie said as she rolled in a chalkboard. On the board were the names of her friends and a particular task. “Applejack, I need you to whip up a great meal for the two.”

“Sure thing,” the orange mare said tipping her hat.

“Rainbow Dash, I need you to clear the skies of any clouds so that the two can enjoy a great starry night.”

“You got it,” the Pegasus said.

“Fluttershy, can you bring your bird choir so they can serenade the two?”

“Absolutely,” she said.

“And Rarity, can you do some decorating for this event?”

“Why it would be my pleasure,” the unicorn replied.

“And I am going to make sure the couple shows up!”

“How are you goin’ to do that,” Applejack said.

“Oh don’t worry about that! Just make sure everything is ready for tomorrow evening here outside. Friends dismissed!”

The four ponies left Sugarcube Corner with their task presented. Pinkie Pie smiled as she closed the door and turned the lights out in the store.

“This is going to be so great,” she said as she went up to bed to rest up before what would be a busy next day.

The Letter

Chapter 16 – The Letter

The day started out just like any other, only this time both Mystic and Twilight knew that it was no longer like the day they knew before. Previously they were alone following their own pursuits. Now that they were a couple their hopes and dreams aligned with each others as did their hearts, strengthening them. Now the two felt that there was nothing that could stop their dreams as long as they were together.

“Good morning, Mystic,” Twilight said lovingly to the stallion.

“Good morning Twilight,” Mystic said, looking like he was deep in thought.

“What’s wrong?”

“I was thinking that since we’re special someponies I don’t know if I want to go back to Canterlot after the end of this week. I think it would tear my heart up if I had to be away like that.”

“I would feel the same way too,” Twilight said.

“Is it ok if I stay with you then?”

“Of course you can, Mystic! You’re my special somepony after all. But what would Princess Luna think about you staying here?”

“I think she’ll be ok, but I want to send her a letter just to be sure.”

“I know just the way,” Twilight said, “Spike!”

“Oh hello you two lovebirds,” Spike said chuckling.

“Spike, Mystic needs to send a letter to Princess Luna requesting that Mystic be able to stay.”

“He’s not going to boss me around like you do, right?”

Twilight gave Spike a glare that made him realize that he should drop the issue or get a time out.

“Fine then,” Spike said as he got a parchment, an ink pot and a quill, “Whenever you’re ready Mystic.”

“Dear Princess Luna,

A week ago you sent me to Ponyville to study the Elements of Harmony and the bearers who possess such qualities. While I have successfully completed this study, I must confess something. I have fallen in love with Twilight Sparkle. At first we were just friends, but both recognized that there was a magic between us, a bond stronger than even the Elements of Harmony could have, even beyond friendship. It was love. I love her and she loves me. It would tear us apart if we had to separate after such a wonderful time together.

It is my request that I stay with Twilight in Canterlot. If it be that you don’t see fit that I can be your student, than I understand. But I would rather be with Twilight than anything else.

Sincerely,

Your Faithful Student,

Mystic Study”

“Ok, Spike, send it to the Princess.”

The baby dragon then breathed fire on the paper until it dissolved into the green flame.

“Mystic, you’re willing to give up being the student to Princess Luna for me?”

“Yes, Twilight. If I can’t have you, nothing else matters.”

Twlight, overwhelmed by the emotions she felt, embraced the stallion. As if subconsciously he leaned over and kissed her on the lips. Twilight’s eyes went wide at the surprise display of affection.

“What’s wrong,” Mystic said seeing the look on Twilight’s face.

“Could you… do that again,” Twilight said as if embarrassed at the request.

Mystic smiled and then kissed her again. When the two released they each had a smile on their face and a lasting feeling of love between them.

“So I guess we have to wait for the letter,” Twilight said.

“Yeah, I guess.”

The morning passed as the two waited for the reply. Both tried to occupy their time reading and conversing. Yet despite enjoying each other’s company, there was nervousness in waiting for the result. Finally the two heard the telltale belch signaling that a letter had arrived.

“So what does it say,” the two said almost in unison.

“To my Faithful Student, Mystic Study,” Spike began.

“From your letter that you have sent to me, you have indicated that you wish to stay in Ponyville. You have also declared that your reasons for doing so is because you are now in love with Twilight Sparkle, a pony I know much about as she is my sister’s student. You are very adamant about staying, even going as far as to accept your possible rescinding of being my student.

It is therefore my decision that you are to stay in Ponyville and study the magic or friendship, harmony, and love. You are a wonderful student who understands many of the aspects of magic. But now you have experienced a magic that is more powerful than anything you ever know. That is love which is strong enough to overcome any obstacle. I for one will not deprive you of this experience or in being with a wonderful pony such as Twilight Sparkle.

I do of course expect letters from you about your progress as well as visits to the castle occasionally so that we could continue some of your studies. Until then, I wish you the best in your new relationship.

Sincerely,

Princess Luna”

“She said yes,” Mystic said, “and I can still be her student!”

The two unicorns merrily galloped about the room in joy as if they were school age ponies, celebrating their final obstacle being overcome. Now they had each other and a new life together.

Date Night

Chapter 17 – Date Night

The task of sending the letter and receiving the message back from Princess Luna was now over. Both Twilight and Mystic felt like everything was going perfectly their way. There was a little nervous feeling between the two, like some impending disaster was going to interrupt this blissfulness or worse force the two apart. Yet both tried to ignore these feelings, taking the love that they had as the glue that would keep them together no matter what.

“Well, with that taken care of,” Twilight said with a smile, “how about we go to the market? It’ll be a great chance for you to get to know the town more.”

“Sounds like a plan,” Mystic replied as the two left the library and into town.

The marketplace in Ponyville was booming with business and ponies. Immediately when Mystic arrived he was washed in a sea of sights, sounds and smells. There were over a dozen or so stalls selling everything from fresh produce to prepared food to even things like jewelry and other items. Many ponies were in the area conversing, selling, and buying things. They were all really friendly, introducing themselves to the stallion whom most had not seen before.

Twilight would introduce Mystic to the ponies she knew from her tears in town, always adding lovingly that he was “my special somepony.” The mares would always coo with delight at the news of the couple, offering their congratulations. The stallions, to a lesser extent, would congratulate Mystic usually with a hoof shake or a pat on the back. Although Mystic wasn’t used to the sudden outpouring of attention, he just smiled and let Twilight introduce him. This was as much of a celebration for her than for Mystic. It was like their début as a couple, and Twilight was happy to reveal to the world that she had found a special somepony.

The two milled about the market, sampling some treats at the stands and looking at the wares. Mystic noticed that Twilight was becoming increasingly preoccupied, looking about the market as if she was looking for a particular pony.

“What’s wrong, Twilight?”

“Oh, nothing’s wrong. It’s just that I haven’t seen any of my friends in town. I usually see at least one of them.”

“Maybe they’re busy.”

“Maybe. I just wanted to let them know the good news that you’re my special somepony. I know that Pinkie pie and Rainbow dash do, but the others don’t.”

“Actually, I think they do.”

“Really? How?”

“I have to confess that when you were taking me around town to show me your friends, each of them told me how much they saw I loved you and you loved me. So I think they kind of knew already.”

“You don’t think they’re out planning anything, do you?”

“What, like they’re secretly plotting some kind of special somepony party,” Mystic said laughing.

“Yeah, I guess that would be silly,” Twilight said as the two left the marketplace toward their home.

The two unicorns had planned for the evening to be a nice relaxing time after a fun filed day at the market. Just when the two were settling into the calm, the two heard a knock on the door.

“I wonder who that could be,” Twilight said as she answered the door. Opening it she saw Pinkie Pie standing there with a worried look on her face. The purple mare knew something was happening when Pinkie wasn’t her usually smiling self.

“Pinkie Pie? What’s wrong?”

“I cant’s find the Cake twins anywhere. I was foalsitting them today and I had my back turned to make them dinner, and when I turned around they were gone!”

“Were any of the doors or windows open?”

“No, and that’s the weird part. Oh, Twilight I really need your help.”

“Ok Pinkie. Come on Mystic, let’s help Pinkie out.”

“The two galloped towards Sugarcube corner, Pinkie in the lead followed by Twilight and then Mystic trailing behind. Suddenly, the stallion was grabbed from behind and pulled off to the side.

“Hey what the big idea,” he said looking for his assailant. He then saw Applejack standing there with a smile on her face.

“Sorry there pardner. Ah’ had to git yer attention. Anyway, Rarity gave me this. She apologized fer not getting’ the measurements just right, but she said that she had to eyeball things since she did measure you.”

The orange mare then produced a suit for the stallion to Mystic’s surprise.

“Oh wow, that’s really nice,” Mystic said, “but what’s the occasion?”

“Why you want to look nice fer yer date might, don’t you,” Applejack said with a smile.

A few minutes later, Mystic was ushered by Applejack to the front of Sugarcube Corner, dressed in his new finest ware. He was a little nervous at what to expect for this date night and he wondered how Twilight might react. The door then opened to the shop and Twilight stepped out dressed in a beautiful blue dress with white gems that shined in the moonlight.

“Wow Twilight … you look… beautiful.”

“Thatks Mystic,” Twilight said blushing, “You look handsome yourself. Thanks Rarity.”

“Oh, you’re quite welcome you two,” Rarity said as she stepped out of the bakery behind Twilight.

“Alright you two,” Pinkie Pie said, “follow me!”

The two followed the pink pony around the back of the building. There was a beautifully decorated table for two surrounded by beautiful lanterns. Fluttershy was standing with a baton in her mouth conducting her bird choir as it played a beautiful serenade.

“Looks like your friends were planning something after all,” Mystic said as he helped Twilight to her seat.

“Looks like they did,” Twilight said with a smile, “but they’re so wonderful.”

“Alright you two,” Applejack said pushing a cart full of exotic looking salads, “dinner is served! Ah’ll be back to give ya’ll the desserts.”

As the two unicorns talked while having a wonderful romantic dinner, the five friends watched in delight from a distance.

“I got to admit those two are cute together,” Rainbow Dash said.

“Oh, I love that they’re so happy,” Fluttershy remarked.

“How about we give the couple some privacy,” Rarity said as she motioned for the others to go into the Sugarcube Corner.

The night was filled with great food, a wonderful scenery, and most importantly the love of friends and the love between Twilight and Mystic.

Epilogue

Chapter 18 – Epilogue

Above the loving scene of the date night between Twilight Sparkle and Mystic Study, a lone figure watches the two. She shrouded herself in the night around her so as not to make her presence know, lest the happy couple’s festivities be interrupted by her presence. With a smile on her face, the mare left the scene, but not before causing a few shooting stars to streak across the sky, adding a little extra magic to the night.

The pony flew home to Canterlot and landed on the balcony of the castle. Quietly she tried to make her way into the castle so as not to disturb any pony. Suddenly when she though she was home free upon reaching her bedroom, she was greeted by a familiar face.

“There you are Luna,” Princess Celestia said, “I was wondering where you had gone.”

“Oh hello sister. I was… out for a nightly stroll.”

“More like checking on the happy couple, weren’t you?”

“Yes,” Luna said realizing that she had been caught red hoofed, “Twilight’s friends had planned a date night for the couple. It is really quite wonderful.”

“I must admit you showed you soft spot to me this week sister,” Luna said, “I knew that your student, Mystic, was looking for love, but when I heard that you sent him to Ponyville to study the Elements of Harmony, I began to wonder.”

“Wonder what?”

“Don’t be coy, sister. You sent Mystic there to meet with Twilight Sparkle so that the two could fall in love, didn’t you?”

“Yes I did,” Luna said sheepishly, “It’s just Mystic seemed so unhappy not having a special somepony and that he is very like Twilight, I thought that maybe the two would at least become friends and even a couple.”

“My little sister the matchmaker,” the white princess said teasingly to her, “Did you also cause that branch to fall on your student’s head so that Twilight could find him?”

“Now Celestia, you don’t really think I’d conjure up a storm so that I could make the two meet each other, do you?”

Celestia looked into the greenish blue eyes of her sister. She knew Luna was capable of creating storms with her magic as she had done so during Nightmare Night. Yet she didn’t want to accuse her of knocking out her won student. Still, there was something in her sister’s eyes, a glint of truth that made her sister smile.

“No, sis, I don’t think you’d do that to Mystic. Well at least the two are happy now that they have found each other. I suppose that I will be seeing your student when Twilight pays a visit.”

“I’m sure I’ll see Twilight too when Mystic visits me,” Luna added, “I believe the two will be a very loving couple for the future.”

“As do I. Well, I am going off to bed as I will need to raise the sun in a few short hours. Goodnight, Luna.”

“Goodnight, Celestia.”

The Princess of the sun looked like she was about to exit to her room when she stopped and turned towards her sister.

“Oh and in the future if you choose to match two ponies together, please be careful. Oh, and you might want to drop a smaller branch so as not to permanently harm a pony.”
Before Luna could reply, Celestia just smiled and left the room.

“So Twilight and Mystic,” Luna said as she reflected on seeing the happy couple, “I think my sister and I are going to be expecting great things from you in the future. Love and magic are one with you two. I hope that those qualities only grow with time and your bonds will become ever closer.”

The End!

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