Displaced: Against the grain

Following the three alicorns, I was in awe of the beauty of the castle. The show doesn't do it justice and the entire time of our trip, my daughter sat on my shoulders with her forelegs wrapped around the crown of my head steady giggling.

"Having fun short stack?"

"Of course! It's been along time since I could do this." I couldn't help but laugh at her, to see joy in her eyes again, especially after what the last two years have been like for us. After losing her mother and two brothers it was hell for awhile, but it started improving eight months after their deaths. My contiplations was broken when Celestia opened a door and invited us into the room. Ducking before walking in, I found it to be a study and going by the decor, I would have to say it was Celestia's personal study. After we got settled, Celestia looked dead at me and asked her first question.

"What do you mean that you and your daughter was human?"

"Its simple really. We was human until I bought the uniform I'm wearing and the necklace she has on. After I payed the man we both passed out and i woke up alone. Thats when I made my mind up and figured i would ask for your help looking for Paige, but it seems she found you." I paused for a moment thinking. "I know you will not believe me when I say this, but in our world, all of this" I said making a circle with my finger "is a work of fiction." They looked at me like I was a mad man. "Even what I am is from a fictional world. If you don't believe me, put me to sleep and take a walk in my dreams, which I know you can do" I said looking at Luna.

"Sister?" Luna was looking at Celestia for her opinion and I could tell they was surprised by my words. Sighing, Celestia gave her consent.

"Since he is willing to allow you to look into his dreams, go ahead and find the truth Sister." Nodding, Luna looked at me and prepared herself.

"If you can, just relax. This shall only take a moment."

When I woke up I guess, I was looking at a familiar scene with a crying night goddess looking over it.

"Why the tears Princess" I asked walking up to her.

"How did you survive?"

"Thats the million dollar question isn't it? How did my daughter and I survive a accident that killed my wife and sons? That...that is a question that has haunted me for over two years and I doubt I'll ever know. Paige came out of it with a few minor injuries, but I was in the hospital for four months." Her eyes widened even more.

"What was the severity of your injuries" she hesitantly asked.

"Five broken ribs, a punctured lung, skull fractures, both legs broken and a broken back." I watched her ears fall and the tears that was already running down her muzzle increase. Without thinking about it, I walked over to Luna and wrapped her in a hug.

"How are you walking still" she exclaimed in astonishment. "That many injuries should have killed you or left you a shell of yourself."

"It didn't, but I was paralyzed from the waist down. I used a motorized wheelchair to get around. Anyways, this isn't my original body, remember?" She nodded in understanding then. "So? Is this enough evidence to support my claim?"

"It is, thought I do have one question." I had a feeling about what the question was. I nodded for her to go on.

"Since your daughter's arrival, she asked to stay by my side. Why is that?"

"Back on Earth, those who watch the show that revolves around your world, have a favorite character that they love. You are her favorite pony. Is that enough of a explanation?" Luna looked at me with a stunned expression on her muzzle for a minute before coming back to reality.

"What about you" she asked with a expectant narrowing of her eyes. I just smirked and nodded my head.

"Yes, I have one, but you'll have to wait to find out." She tried the puppy dog eyes on me, but I just laughed.

"Sorry Princess. Those don't work on me. I have a daughter remember, but I will leave you with this. Your not the only one who enjoys the night, but please, don't discuss what you have seen here. I'll tell my story in my own time." I whispered into her ear then I forced myself to wake up.

Opening my eyes, I looked around to see the others looking at me expectantly.

"How long" I asked glancing at Celestia.

"Almost a hour. Did my sister find what we need?" Nodding my head, my eyes fell to my lap where my little girl, well I should say my little filly had curled up and went to sleep.

"She was worried that you would say or do something stupid." Twilight added. My surprised expression was enough to get giggles from Celestia and Twilight. Luna still hasn't woke up yet.

"Eh. What can I say. She takes after her mother in that respect." At that time, we all heard a mumble come from Luna about pancakes before her eyes popped open.

"And I thought that I slept too much." I quipped.

"Quiet you monkey or I shall call for some bananas to be brought to us!"

"Luna! There is no need for name calling."

"Well, technically it's true. Humans evolved from the primate family, but according to the Dragon Ball universe. Saiyans evolved from great apes." Turning to Luna, I did my best monkey impersonation. " oo oo ee ee" I said while scratching my armpit. She went goggle eyed for a second before she fell over laughing. I looked back to the other two alicorns and just shrugged. Celestia was hiding her smile behind a hoof and Twilight was giggling at me.

"Okay, that's enough. Did you find out if he's a threat to us Luna?" After she finally stopped laughing, Luna sat up and answered her sister.

"If that display wasn't enough of a indication, no Sister, he is not a threat. Neither are threats to Equestria. Though..." she stopped for a moment before looking to the others. "Both have known great pain in their lives and he is lucky to still be living." I watched as shock and surprise crossed the others faces before it morphed into sadness and compassion.

"Something that I will tell you myself one day, but for right now, it's still too fresh and painful to relive."

"Very well, Jeremy. Now, whose hungry?" Oh, Celestia is going to regret asking that.