The Knights Trinity

Chapter Sixteen: To Become A Knight

Anthony and Rainbow Dash walked into Dustin’s room first thing the next morning. They found him standing at an open window looking out over Canterlot. Rainbow Dash flew over and landed next to him, putting her front hooves on the window sill.

“Whatcha looking at?” she asked..

“Just enjoying the fresh air and the view.” he replied putting his hand on her hoof.

“Its good to see you out of that bed, I brought your new dress uniform and hygiene kit. We’re going to do a little rehearsal in a few hours so you should get cleaned up.” said Anthony setting the bags on the bed.

“I appreciate it Anthony. So how did Rarity do with the outfits?”

“You’ll just have to see for yourself.”

“Okay then, let me hop in the shower and get changed.”

Dustin walked over in a forced manner and grabbed the bags.

“I may be moving, but it still hurts a bit so I hope they don’t mind me looking a little stiff.”

“It’ll be fine, who really cares what those hoity-toity ponies think anyway.” said Rainbow Dash.

“We do have to look professional, we want them to know we can do the tasks we’re being put in charge of.” replied Anthony.

Dustin walked into the bathroom and closed the door behind him. Rainbow Dash listened to the running water while pacing around the room. Anthony sat on the bed and watched her calmly.

“What’s bugging you Rainbow Dash?”

“I don’t know, it just seems like Dustin isn’t himself today. Normally he’s relaxed and confident. Today it’s like he’s reserved and cautious.”

“That’s not actually out of character for him. He has his ups and downs like anybody else. He still misses his kids I’m sure, but he will do his best to keep that from you and Luna. He simply doesn’t want either of you to worry about his problems.”

“Does he ever think that maybe we could help him.”

“Rainbow Dash I can tell that you care for each other, but somethings we just have to work through in our own way.”

Before long Dustin walked back into the room securing his holster and magazine pouch onto the belt of his new clothes. Rainbow Dash whistled as he turned around in front of her.

“Looking good there newbie.” she said with a smile.

“I was assuming that since the gun was in the bag you wanted me to wear it. By the way were are our rifles?”

“Twilight put a spell on a lock box in my room at the castle. We are the only ones that can open it so I felt safe keeping all the weapons locked up there. The pistols are a lot easier to carry and I figured if anything was to happen today it will probably be close quarters.”

“I suppose your right. Hopefully we won’t need them at all.”

Adrian knocked on the door as he and Applejack walked in.

“So whatcha think ah them fancy duds Rarity made ya’ll?”

“I like them a lot, there comfortable and look great.”

“Anthony, don’t you think you should get ready?” asked Adrian.

“I suppose, I’ll be back to pick you guys up in a bit.” he replied heading for the door.

Dustin walked up and looked over Adrian’s outfit.

“The color suits you.” he said smacking Adrian in the shoulder.

”I think he looks mighty fine in that outfit.”

“Your dress is beautiful too Applejack. Rainbow Dash do you have one to wear?” asked Dustin

“Yeah, but I’m not a big fan of all that girly stuff.”

“Ah come on let me see.”

“Fine.” she said grabbing her saddle bags and trotting into the bathroom.

Dustin’s mouth hung open as she walked back into the room. The rainbow lightning bolt down the back of her silver dress glistened in the sunlight.

“What are you starin at.” she asked looking at his dumb expression.

He knelt down in front of her slowly raising here chin and kissed her.

“Just a gorgeous mare in an amazing dress.”

Rainbow Dash blushed at the compliment and gave Dustin a little shove.

“So Dustin, are they going to let you out of here anytime soon?” asked Adrian breaking the moment. “I know it usually takes six to eight weeks for ribs to heal, but you’re gonna have work to do.”

“Six to eight weeks on earth, here we’ve got magic to help things along. I’m still going to hurt for another week or two but it could be worse. Luna said she wants the doctor to check me over one last time. After that I can head back to Ponyville with you all.

“Really, that’s great.” said Rainbow Dash excitedly.

“Apparently Luna thinks I’ve been spoiled long enough.”

“Maybe she’s just worried you’ll turn into some pampered palace bitch.” said Adrian with a laugh.

“Adrian! That ain’t no way ta be talkin to yer friend.”

“It’s all good Applejack. If he talked to me any other way I’d think something was wrong.”

“Well there better be none of that at the ceremony, or the reception. The princesses would have a fit if’n they heard ya’ll talkin like that to each other.”

“Don’t worry AJ this isn’t the first ceremony we’ve had to attend, trust me.” replied Adrian giving her a quick kiss.

Anthony showed up and the group headed to the banquet hall for rehearsal. Once they ran through it a few times the ponies took their seats. Twilight joined the other princesses at the front of the room and the three humans stepped into a side room waiting to be announced. Ponies of every variety talk amongst themselves as they started funneling into the hall.

“Last chance to get out of this.” said Anthony adjusting his pistol belt. “Once she knights us there’s no backing out.”

“I think we’re already past that point. We swore to Celesta that we’d do it. Plus, I promised Applejack I wouldn’t let anything happen to her or her family. That’s a promise I have every intention on keeping.” replied Adrian.

Dustin quieted them both as he heard Celestia start to speak.

“Thank You, Mares and Gentlecolts for joining us today. You were all invited here because a dangerous situation has arisen here in Equestria. An ancient foe is planning to bring war to our lands. He is ruthless and determined to rule over all of ponykind. Even with the powers the four of us possess we will be unable to defeat his armies alone.”

A collective gasp and mumbles spread across the crowd. The idea of a foe so powerful even the princesses are unable to stop him was inconceivable. The volume of the crowds started to grow as they expressed their fears and concerns to one another.

“Fear not my ponies.” called out Celestia calming the ponies. “Three brave champions have been summoned to our land. Under there leadership they shall build and command the new army of Equestria to victory against our enemies. They have already proven themselves against Queen Chrysalis and her forces, today they will stand before you and swear an oath to protect us all. These humans were brought here from the realm of Earth. They fought courageously to defend their home and have selflessly agreed to do the same for ours. I am most pleased to introduce them to you now.”

Ponies started clapping and stamping their hooves as the three humans entered the room. They marched before the princesses and came to a halt.

“Left Face.” said Anthony quietly.

They turned left in one fluid motion.

“Parade Rest.”

Luna and Celestia walked forward.

“Anthony, Dustin, and Adrian.”

“Group Attention” whispered Anthony.

The three snapped to attention and saluted.

The princesses raised their wings high as Celestia began to speak.

Do you swear to stand and lead our forces against any foe that presents a danger to Equestria and our subjects? To serve with honor and integrity and uphold our banner with pride no matter what the cost?”

“Yes Ma’am!” they shouted in unison and dropped their salute.

Luna stepped in front of Dustin and he dropped to one knee with a cringe. She waited a second for him to get situated holding back her concern. She smiled slightly when he looked up. With that Luna placed her horn on one shoulder and then the other. Dustin stayed kneeling as she performed the action on the other two. When Luna was finished she walked back to her sisters side, standing proudly.

“Rise now Sir Anthony, Sir Dustin, and Sir Adrian, as the Royal Knights Trinity, defenders of all Equestria.”

The trio stood returning to the position of attention and did an about face. The crowd of ponies erupted into applause as the three humans saluted. Dustin tried hard not to smile when he noticed Scootaloo sitting in the front row with Rainbow Dash. However, her big eyes were filled with awe and it proved to much as the corners of his mouth turned up. They lowered the salute and Anthony called out parade rest and at ease.

They all relaxed as their friends came forward to congratulate them. A pony with a very distinct voice, large sunglasses, and a camera introduced herself as Photo Finish. She wanted pictures for the newspaper and various magazines throughout Equestria. The group posed for several shots and she wandered off back into the crowd.

“Now that was mighty impressive ta watch.” said Applejack.

“Impressive? You guys looked Awesome.” replied Rainbow Dash.

“Thanks Skittles, but part of that praise needs to go to Rarity for making these amazing outfits.” said Dustin as he knelt down giving Scootaloo a hug.

“I just did my part darling. It was a pleasure making them for you all.”

“You made thise Outfits?” came Photo Finish’s voice from out of nowhere.

“Why yes I did, it was nothing really.”

“Nothing. Please, you must give me da details, the readers vill vant to know. Ve go now.”

She and Rarity headed of to a table as classical style music filled the hall. Then a herd of ponies descended on the trio making introductions and asking questions. This went on for several hours before the crowd started to spread out around the room. Adrian took the opportunity to make his way to a table full of food. He grabbed a plate and started piling on the hors d’oeuvres.

“Nice ta see ya still got an appetite.” said Applejack as she joined him.

Adrian leaned down giving her a kiss then offered her an apple from the table.

“Hhhumf!!”

The indignant sound behind them bounce around in Adrian’s head, causing him to spin on his heels to see who had made it. At the other end of the table stood a shiny white unicorn with a blonde, well kept mane. When the stallion noticed he had caught the human’s attention he abruptly turned up his nose.

“And you are?” asked Adrian bluntly.

“I.. am Prince Blue Blood and I find your behavior reprehensible. To think a Royal Knight of Equestria would kiss a lowly earth pony of her stature in public like that. It would appear you need some lessons in social propriety.”

Adrian’s blood boiled at the comments. He rushed forward grabbing the prince by the horn and twisted his head down to the side.

“Unhand me you brute. Ooowww. How dare y..yyeaow.”

His cries were cut short as Adrian’s other fist connected with the side of his head.

“It seems to me you need a lesson in respect and humility, and I’m more then happy to give you one right now!” replied Adrian as he tighten his grip and twisted harder.

Dustin forced himself to run over and catch Adrian’s arm before he could deliver another blow.

“Let him go Adrian. Now is not the time, your making a scene.” he said clasping his chest.

Adrian looked around and realized all eyes in the room had fallen on the confrontation. Even the musicians had stopped playing. He pushed prince Blue Blood’s head down against the floor and let go. As he stood up he dusted off his uniform and pointed at the cowering royal.

“I believe at the very least you owe this fine mare an apology Sir.”

Blue Blood stood and looked over to the Royal Guards in the room. His head sunk as he realized they were all snickering at his current predicament.

“Fine! My most gracious apologies ma’am.” he said gruffly causing Adrian to start towards him again. But he was pulled back stopping him from committing a second assault.

“You and I are far from finished.” threatened Adrian before turning and walking away with Dustin.

“What the hell was that about?”

“That pompous ass just insulted and belittled Applejack and I when I gave her a kiss. He called her a LOWLY earth pony.”

Dustin’s eyes narrowed as he looked back at the still flustered stallion.

“We can deal with him another time. I’m sure he’ll give one of us a reason.”

The music started again as Anthony and the others came over to join them.

“I appreciate ya sticking up fer me like that Adrian.”

“Like I was just gonna stand their and let that arrogant bastard insult my girlfriend. Who the hell does he think he is?”

“He is unfortunately our relation. Although not a direct decedent, Prince Blue Blood is a member of the royal family. Perhaps a little time in the dungeon would help him learn his place.” replied Luna a glimpse of blue flame in her eyes.

“Calm down Luna, I’m pretty sure Adrian got his point across.”

“It would have been nice if you could of handled that with a little more tact.” said Anthony “ But, I doubt anypony here would blame you for defending Applejack’s honor.”

“I believe things will be fine. In fact there are most likely several ponies here that have wished to do the same.” remarked Luna concealing a giggle with her hoof.

“Princess Luna, given the situation would I be out of line to ask you for a dance?” asked Dustin.

“It would be my pleasure. You three will already be the talk of Canterlot for some time. Why not give them something else to talk about as well.”

They walked to the center of the room and bowed to each other and started to dance. Before long other couples started to join in. At the end of the second dance Dustin wrapped his arms around Luna’s neck and kissed her. One by one the other couples stopped and stared in total disbelief as Luna returned the kiss. Dustin stepped back and bowed to Luna and walked with her to the side of the room. They both chuckled quietly at the looks on the other ponies faces.

“I had meant us dancing together would give them something to talk about. Surely you and I will be the talk of all Equestria now.”

“Let em talk. It’ll give em all something else to think about besides the situation that’s coming. Now if you will excuse me princess I have another beautiful mare and a little filly I owe a dance to.”

Dustin walked back through the remaining ponies in search of Rainbow Dash and Scootaloo. He found them talking with Adrian, Anthony and Applejack. Scootaloo ran over as soon as she saw him.

“Is it true your coming back to Ponyville.”

“Yes it is, as long as the doctor says it’s okay.”

“This is gonna be great. Now you and Adrian can join the Cutie Mark Crusaders.” she almost yelled.”

“We can talk more about that when I get settled in. For right now how about me, you and Rainbow Dash hit up that dance floor. Come on guys, lets all dance a little. . Anthony go grab Twilight and meet us out there, don’t leave me hangin.”

“Shall we?” asked Applejack smiling up at Adrian as he led her out to the floor.

Dustin reached over and softly ran his hand across Rainbow Dash’s neck.

“You know you want to.” he teasingly whispered in her ear.

“Just don’t go cryin when Scootaloo and I show you up out there.” she replied taking the lead.

Anthony walked over to where Twilight, Cadence, and Celestia were standing and cleared his throat.

“What can I do for you Anthony.” asked Twilight.

“I was just wondering if you’d maybe.... if you’d like to dance with me?”

Twilight looked around nervously, unsure of what to do.

“She’d love to.” said Cadence giving Twilight a shove towards him with a grin. “Go have a good time, and remember what I told you.”

Twilight glared back at Cadence as they made their way to join the others. Anthony stopped in front of the musicians and requested a song with a little more bounce. By the time he and Twilight made it to the dance floor a swing style song started playing.

“What did she tell you?” asked Anthony

“Oh nothing really, she just thinks I need to relax and socialize a little more often.”

When they walked into the fray of dancing ponies they both laughed watching Dustin move stiffly to the faster music. Rainbow Dash and Scootaloo were certainly showing him how it was done. They all danced and had a good time until the sun set and Luna raised the moon over the horizon. Slowly everypony left the castle until the hall was empty except for the princesses and their companions.

“This was a most interesting day, I certainly did enjoy myself.” remarked Luna.

“I think we all did. Anybody see where Scootaloo wandered off to?” asked Dustin.

Everypony looked around the hall until Cadence started waving her hoof at them from a nearby table. She raised the edge of the tablecloth up revealing Scootaloo, sound asleep underneath it. Twilight’s horn glowed softly as she picked her up and placed her in Dustin’s arms.

“I think she’s got the right idea, I’m feeling worn out myself.” said Anthony with a yawn.

With that everypony said goodnight and headed to their rooms. Dustin carried Scootaloo in and laid her carefully into her bed. He stripped down to his boxers and climbed into bed next to Rainbow Dash.

“I had a great time Rainbow Dash. Thanks for dancing with me.”

“No problem, maybe next time it will be a fair match.”

Dustin pulled her against his chest and held her tight, as she snuggled into him throwing her leg over his.

“What’s that?” asked Rainbow Dash as she started to squirm against the bulge pressed into her stomach.

She didn’t see the redness spreading across Dustin’s face in the darkness. He tried adjusting himself but only managed in making things worse. Rainbow Dash slid her hoof under the blanket and gasped as she realized what she was touching. She jerked her hoof away as a blush crossed her face as well.

“I’m sorry I didn’t mean to.” she said quickly trying to downplay the situation.

“I didn’t mind, I was just trying to keep things from getting awkward.”

“I think its already to late for that. So is it like this because of me?” she asked moving her hoof back to his erection.

“Yeah it is. Your a beautiful mare Skittles, plus you looked damn sexy in that dress tonight.”

Rainbow Dash kissed him passionately while she started to stroke his hardening shaft through his boxer shorts.

“Is it just me or is it getting bigger?”

“With what your doing it sure is.”

“Then should I stop?”

“Only if you want to.”

Dustin felt his boxer being pushed down around his knees, as Rainbow Dash freed his cock.

“I bet that feels better doesn’t it?”

He let out a soft moan, feeling Rainbow Dash’s hoof running the full length of his manhood.

“You know there’s more you could do with that if you were up for it.”

“What did you have in mind.” she asked seductively.

“You could lick and suck on it a little.”

“Seriously? That sounds kinda gross.”

“On earth a lot of wom... mares do it. Quite a few of them even enjoy it.”

Rainbow Dash pushed the blankets back out of the way, and started to kiss her way down his chest. He flinched as he felt her warm breath across his swollen head. He could feel her hoof shaking as she sat staring. Without warning she stuck out her tongue and worked it around the head in a small circle. She let her tongue slide slowly down to the base savoring the new tastes and sensations as she went. A strange heat started building between her own legs as she licked and kissed her way back up. After getting comfortable she slipped the head into her mouth and sucked in. Dustin groaned, settling back into his pillow.

‘That feels amazing Rainbow Dash.”, he said with a sudden intake of breath as she sank further down.

His heart started pounding in his chest when he felt her tongue work its way around his shaft. Sliding his hand up through her mane, he took a hold of her head and started guiding her down further. She made it a little more then half way before almost gagging. She pulled her head up and winked before taking him back into her mouth bobbing her head up and down. Pleasure coursed through Dustin’s body as Rainbow Dash found a rhythm and started to pick up the pace.

“Ya might wanna stop.” said Dustin after a bit, as he started thrusting his hips upward. The pressure in his groin was building as Rainbow Dash sucked him in harder and faster then before.

“Skittles I’m gonna...” he cried out but it was to late. He exploded into her mouth catching her completely by surprise.

Her cheeks bulged out and she swallowed hard before jerking her mouth up of his hard shaft. She coughed and licked her lips as she tried to regain her composure.

“So how did I do for my first time?” she asked moving up to join him on the pillow.

“Perfect. I can honestly say your a natural. Next time I’ll show you a few more things.”

“I look forward to it.”

Dustin pulled her in for a kiss and pushed his tongue into her mouth. Rainbow Dash’s eyes drifted shut and she returned the gesture in kind. Sliding his hand down her side he grabbed a hold of her firm plot. Rainbow Dash moaned pushing her tongue deeper into his mouth. Their passion was suddenly broken by a soft murmur from across the room. They both sat straight up and look over to Scootaloo. The little filly rolled over in her bed mumbling incoherently as she slept.

“That was a close one.” said Rainbow Dash as she settled back into the bed.

“No joke. To be continued then?”

“Absolutely!”

As they cuddled together Dustin heard the soft snoring from Rainbow Dash indicating she had fallen asleep. He sat in the darkness staring at the ceiling in thought. What he had gained in such a short amount of time, new friends, new love, a new home. How could one man be so lucky. But, he knew, with every good time a time of hardship was lurking just around the corner.

.........

The next morning everyone met with princess Celestia and Luna in the dining hall for breakfast. While they sat waiting for their food Twilight pulled out a scroll and quill.
“Alright you three, we need to start making a few lists. Lets figure out what you need and how we’re going to get it.”

“For starters we’re going to need the command staff, and logistical support.” said Anthony starting off the discussion.

“What in the hay is Logisic...logsic...whatever ya said support.” asked Applejack

“That will be all the ponies in the background. Anyone not suitable for combat will proved help in other ways. We have to pay everypone, ensure needed equipment is ordered and distributed accurately, everybody will have to be fed. These ponies are all going to be necessary to start a military.” explained Adrian.

“Celestia, Luna, how are we going to pay everyone, along with purchasing all the supplies and equipment we need. Can Canterlot afford it, and if not would you be willing to place a tax on you subjects.” asked Dustin.

“I feel a tax will be needed, our treasury has the bits, gold, and jewels to more then cover the cost of starting, but for the long term I fear it may fall short.”

“We’ll leave that for you to discuss with whomever you need to. If you should need help explaining it feel free to ask.”

“Okay so now who’s gonna do the training and where are we gonna do it. Rainbow Dash told me that the wonderbolt’s have a training academy. I’d like you to issue orders to them. I’ll need their academy and and their instructors, I want the wonderbolts to help oversee the training of new recruits.”

“That won’t be a problem. I shall send them a letter this afternoon.” replied Luna.

“We’ll need two camps built on the ground as well. One for earth ponies and one for unicorns. We can train them all separately and then do joint field training. I’d like to divide the unicorns into three groups. Offensive magic, defensive magic, and manipulation magic. They all have their uses but it would make things easier. Then we’re gonna need ponies to train, so we need to start some kind of recruitment effort. Back home there are recruiting centers in every major city where people can go to voluntarily join. We have also used a system called the draft. Every pony would have to be registered and if the need arises they would be forced into service at random. I prefer voluntary but if we aren’t seeing the numbers we need then perhaps we’d have to go the other way.” said Anthony.

“So how do these recruiting stations work?” asked Twilight.

“Well, they put up posters and hand out fliers encouraging people to sign up. They offer good pay, free training, medical care, things like that. Then you are offered a list of careers you can choose to join. If it is a career that has a shortage of new recruits they may even offer additional money or bits to entice new recruits. They assist the recruit in signing up and figure out when and where they need to report for training.”

“We can do all of that in Cloudsdale, Manehatten, Fillydelphia, and Los Pegasus.”

“Wait a second, did you just say Manehatten?” asked Adrian.

“Yeah it’s one of the biggest cities in Equestria why?”

“Its just back on earth it’s called Manhatten. What are the odds?”

The group spent the remainder of the day drawing up outlines, supply lists and suggesting leaders and instructors. When enough information had been gathered Twilight started delegating responsibilities out to each of them.

“Looks like we have a starting point so lets get going. Who knows how much time we really have.” said Twilight standing to leave.

Everypony said their goodbyes and headed off to get their things. Luna followed Dustin back to his room and helped him gather his stuff.

“It’ll be hard not seeing you in the mornings. I hope you’re okay with this.” said Dustin as he changed into his regular uniform.

“All shall be fine. I will visit you in your dreams and in Ponyville. I am also certain you will be called back to Canterlot from time to time.” she replied walking over and resting her head on his shoulder.

“Thanks for everything Luna. I might have gone crazy being trapped alone in my own mind.”

Dustin gave her a hug and kiss before heading out the door to catch his friends. They got to the station just in time to catch the last train to Ponyville. The sun had started to set by the time they arrived at their destination.

“Come on Scootaloo, I’ll walk you home.” said Dustin.

“N-no that’s okay. I can make it on my own.” she replied nervously.

“There’s no way I’m gonna let you walk home this late by yourself. What kind of knight would your parents think I was if I did that.”

There was a sharp intake of breath from somepony behind Dustin. Rainbow Dash flew to Scootaloo’s side as tears started streaking down her face. Dustin’s heart sank when he finally realized what was going on. He dropped to his knees taking her and Rainbow Dash both into his arms.

“I’m sorry Dustin I thought you knew.” whispered Rainbow Dash into his ear.

“Come on Scootaloo lets go to the castle. Maybe we can find some ice cream or something to eat.”

“Really?” she said wiping her eyes.

“Really, I’ll even carry ya if you want.”

Scootaloo wrapped her hoofs around his neck and he started to stand, a sharp pain shot through his chest causing him to grit his teeth.

“Are you okay?”

“I’m fine Scoots just hang on.”

“What is that all about?” asked Anthony, as he watched the scene play out.

“Dustin must not have realized Scootaloo is an orphan. She was dropped off at the hospital one night, nopony knows who her parents are, or what happened to them.” explained Twilight.

She overheard Dustin’s offer of ice cream and walked over to them.

“I bet Dustin’s right. There should be some, provided Spike didn’t eat it all while we were gone.”

Scootaloo raised her head off Dustin’s shoulder and looked at Twilight with a smile.

Dustin carried her about half way to the castle before the pain in his chest got to intense. He sat her down and explained what was going on, being sure to tell her the pain wasn’t her fault.

“It’s alright. I can walk the rest of the way.” she said happily.

“Spike....Spiiike..” called Twilight as they entered the castle.

CRASH!!

The sound of falling pots and pans echoed through the hallway from the kitchen. Twilight and Rainbow Dash took off towards the commotion, to make sure the purple dragon wasn’t hurt. When Dustin, Anthony, and Scootaloo walked in they saw Twilight picking up pots and putting them back in place. Rainbow Dash had a stack of bowls and was busy scooping a large amount of ice cream into them.

“Come on you guys, eat it before it melts.” she said sliding two bowls across the counter.

“One second Scootaloo.” said Twilight.

She turned and started rustling through the cabinets.

“I know I saw it in here earlier. Ah Ha.” she exclaimed as she pulled out a bottle with her magic.

She carried it over Scootaloo’s bowl and started shaking it. Rainbow colored sprinkles cascaded downward coating the pile of ice cream. Scootaloo looked over the bowl nearly drooling. The smile on her face grew broader and broader as she watched the sprinkles stick to the ice cream

“There ya go, now it’s ready to eat.” said Twilight putting the bottle away.

“I LOVE YOU GUYS.” blurted Scootaloo as she started shoving ice cream into her face.

“I love you to Scoots,” said Dustin putting his hand on the filly’s shoulder, “Just don’t eat
to fast or you’ll get a brain freeze.”

Dustin’s warning wasn’t quite fast enough. Scootaloo’s eyes went cross and started to twitch.

‘AAAAAHHH.” she cried out hitting her forehead with her hoof.

The others all laughed at her temporary misfortune and joined in eating their ice cream.

“Alright Scootaloo, it’s to late to get you back tonight. I guess your just gonna have to stay in my room here in the castle if you’d like.” said Dustin as he started washing dishes.

Scootaloo brought the last of the empty bowls over to the sink for Dustin.

“Are you sure it will be okay? I don’t wanna get into trouble, and I don’t want you to get in trouble either.”

“I’d like to see somepony question the decision of a Royal Knight of Equestria regarding a filly’s safety and well being. I don’t think anypony is going to have an issue.”

Dustin walked over to Anthony giving him a weak smile.

“I don’t suppose you could show us to my room? I don’t exactly remember where it is.” he whispered.

“I guess your right, it is about time to rack out. I’ll see you all in the morning.” he said standing up.

Dustin, Rainbow Dash, and Scootaloo all followed Anthony through the castle. Anthony stopped and turned around nodding his head towards the door on his left.

“Get some sleep you three, we’ll be right back at it tomorrow.”

“Thanks man.” replied Dustin shaking his hand.

Dustin and the two ponies crawled into bed and curled up together, quickly falling asleep.