I burped slightly as lowered my drink from my lips. Taking my attention from my beer, I looked around and saw some of my men laughing and drinking with the ponies. There was even a little band playing a neat song in the background. After the testing with magic I asked the blue pony to take us out for drinks. He was afraid he would have to pay for me and my crew, but I just told him he had to pay for me, Christian, and him.

Before we set out for drinks I told Celestia where we were going. She was skeptical at first, but after I told her that one of her ponies messed up my titan she understood completely. She just told me not to go too overboard. I just laughed and walked off. I also ran into the elements on my way out. They said they were leaving and they all gave their respected goodbyes. Rarity, on the other hand, told me she had a surprise for me in my room.

When I went to go investigate, I was surprised to see a bunch of clothes in my room. She had somehow managed to make a bunch of t-shirts, jeans, and underwear. She even made a couple of bras! The note next to the clothes said she was more than happy to make them after seeing the limited stock of wardrobe I had. I didn't mind at all. I was just happy I could enjoy myself in some regular clothes.

When I left the castle in my new blue jeans and grey t-shirt I met up with the pony and Christian. He also had new clothes which I could only guess came from Rarity He also wore his signature brown, leather jacket. The three of us walked to the nearby bar called "The Stalls". We ordered our drinks and sat at the center of the bar at a high table.

I looked over and saw Christian and Lightning Flash bring over a new round of beers. So far this is my third cup. If I learned anything, never say no to free drinks. Taking the new mug, I brought it to my lips and took a long sip. For some reason these ponies managed to make a beer that taste better than anything I've ever had, and I've had a lot of beers.

Christian and Flash sat in their stools and took a sip from their drinks. I figured I'd make some small talk before I get too drunk.

"So, Flash, what's your story in this world?" I asked curiously. He sat there for a second in thought. He then looked up and spoke.

"Not much to tell. I'm just your typical guard who signed up to be of service and have a steady paycheck." he said simply. I wasn't buying it. No one has a regular story when joining the army.

"You say that, but I'm feeling you're hiding something from us." I said. He looked down nervously. Christian seemed interested in the conversation and leaned in to hear what we were saying. Flash sat there not speaking. I looked over at Christian to give him a hand. He rolled his eyes and tapped him on the shoulder. Flash looked up at him.

"C'mon dude. There is nothing to be ashamed of. We all have our secrets and stuff we don't like to share, but it is better to get stuff off your chest before it bottles up inside." he explained. As he said this I finished my third mug of beer. I called a waiter over for more.

"Well what secrets do you have then, huh?" Flashed asked smugly. Christian looked down at the pony then shrugged.

"Alright, if it makes your balls appear then I'll share first." he said. He shifted in his chair to get more comfortable. I just stared in curiosity as I drank my fourth beer while holding the table so i don't lose balance.

"I was born into a farm life. My folks were harsh but fair. They told me to not let anything stop my from what I want in life. I lived with them for 15 years before the IMC came to our world. Damned bastards completely wiped out our house and farm. We were captured and tortured for information. We told them we didn't know anything but they didn't care too much. I stayed with them as a prisoner for 3 goddamn years before the Militia came and freed us. I thought we would finally have a normal life, but my folks died in the escape. After that I joined the Militia to stop the IMC from doing that to anyone else in the system. I just started out as a grunt, but over time i got experience and made friends. I've lost a lot of them, but a few are still kicking to this day. Now when I was offered a chance to be a pilot, I said "why not?". Another couple of years passed by and I got my first titan, Ex-7251. We did a lot of missions together before I met Alex here." he said. I stopped when he heard my name. I pulled my 6th beer from my lips. He chuckled slightly when he saw me. I guess I was making a weird face cause I had no idea what he was laughing at. He then continued telling his story.

"She actually approached me about a team she was forming. Said it was something that would change the war. 'Cause she seemed cool at the time and I had nothing better to do, I said yes. Little did I know the crazy shit me and her would do. A few others joined the team and we named ourselves The Raptors. We could pull off high stakes missions like it was a fucking simulation. It was only recently when we decided to slow things down and take a break from the fighting. Now here we are drinking with colorful talking ponies." he said while holding his laughter. I couldn't help but laugh as well. It wasn't THAT funny, but I didn't really care. Drunk me do what drunk me wants.

Flash sat there stunned that the man beside him told his whole story right there in the middle of the bar. No one around heard us nor cared, but he was still impressed. Christian looked up at him expectantly. The pony sighed and started talking.

"I was born in Canterlot as an orphan. I was there since I was a baby but I was lucky enough where a unicorn mare and stallion took me in. They weren't rich, but they had enough to support me. All they wanted was for me to be happy, but I never really cared about that. I just wanted money to live and food to eat, nothing more. When I grew old enough to leave the house I looked for jobs everywhere. Unfortunately no one wanted me. I somehow made my way to enlist into the army and became a guard. I was okay with living in the barracks and having food put in front of me. The paycheck wasn't so bad either." he said with little emotion. Christian and I stared at the pony in confusion. Did this fucking guy not give a damn about anything?

"So far the guard has been okay, but nothing crazy has happened yet. I thought I could at least fight some bad guys or stuff, but so far it's just been walking through hallways or standing in hallways. I've given it a bit of thought, but I am probably gonna quite soon and just rent a apartment with the money I got." he said. I gripped my 7th mug tightly. I don't know why, but I was mad at this asshole.

This pony in front of me had no goals in life nor does he care much of anything. He joined because he needed a job and some food. I've seen a lot of people join and leave the Militia, but none have ever given something as pathetic as that as their reason. I didn't even stop myself from speaking.

"You're full of shit" I said coldly. He looked at me, a frown adorning his face. Christian looked at me with a surprised look on his face. I just ignored him and stared at the ball-less pony that sat across from me.

"Oh, and what makes you any better. So far all you've done tonight is drink like a whore and take my bits. I doubt you know anything!" he yelled in my face. His remark was heard over the bar and everyone stopped talking and drinking and stared at us. I felt my eye twitch and my fingers grip the mug tightly.

"What was that runt?" I seethed with as much venom I could bring despite my drunken mind. He smiled smugly. I saw Christian waving his hands to the pony out of the corner of my eye, but I just ignored him.

"Yea, I bet you've never even done anything important in your life. I bet you just joined so you can fuck all the guys you want and look badass. I doubt you even have the guts to give up anything for anyone!" he yelled confidently. At this point I had dropped the mug and was clenching fist so hard my fingers were turning white. I stood up and kicked my chair from behind me.

"YOU KNOW NOTHING OF WHAT I HAVE GIVEN FOR THE MILITIA! I HAVE MADE DECISIONS THAT HAS COST HUNDREDS OF LIVES! I HAVE KILLED THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE ON DOZENS OF WORLDS! I GAVE UP THE ONLY TWO THINGS I LOVE IN THIS WORLD! YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT i HAVE FUCKING SACRIFICED!!!" I hollered.

The pony lit his horn up and was ready to fire a spell at me. Before he could I reached over and grabbed it. I pulled him over the table and lifted him over me. I yelled as I slammed him on the table. He cried out in pain as he crashed through the table and broke it to pieces. He tried to stand up but I was already on top of him. I didn't hold back. I just started punching. I hated him. I hated his stupid face, his stupid mane, his stupid fur, his stupid ignorance.

I watched his face become purple and swollen with every punch in landed on his face. I didn't even notice Christian come behind me and pull me off. I struggled to get out of his arms, but he had a hard grip on me.

"Let me Go! Just one more! Just one more punch!" I yelled. He moved his arms from around my sides and put me in a headlock. I tried to pry him off, but he already had it sunk in. I could feel myself becoming lightheaded as he held me. He whispered in my ear to calm down. I don't know why, but his words made my body stop fighting and give in. Once he sensed I wouldn't struggle anymore he released me.

I fell to the ground coughing from my lack of breath. It took only a few seconds for me to regain my breath. I looked over at Flash and saw him passed out on the broken table. I didn't feel any guilt as I saw his bruised face and gashes on his face. I felt christian pull me up and put my arm over his shoulder. He pulled me out of the bar while everyone stared. I just looked forwards and walked with Christian.

Author's Note

another one sitting on my desk done and waiting to be edited. I owe this to yall since you are really patient and I'm happy so many like this story. Bout time I put some spice in this story, but it only gets better in the next one. Get ready for some fun