(Pinkie Pie POV)

‘Why did Twilight leave without saying ANYTHING?!’ I thought to myself as I walked to the train station where the rest of my friends were waiting for Twilight to return. “Hey girls!” I said joyfully. “Oh hey Pinks.” Rainbow Dash said waving from her cloud. “Hello Darling!” Rarity said as she looked up from her fashion magazine. “Oh, good morning Pinkie Pie.” Fluttershy said as she rubbed Angel’s head. “Hello Pinkie, I see you’re doing well.” Starlight said as she filed her nails. “Howdy, Pinks.” Applejack said with a smile. “So what do y’all think Twilight went to Canterlot for?” Applejack asked. Everyone else had no idea either. “We should ask her what she’s up to.” I said earning nods of agreement. We soon heard the sound of the train coming towards the station. I began bouncing in place excitedly. “Gideon, please let me go first, because you’ll have to deal with…” I heard Twilight say before the person she was talking to walked out of the train car. I immediately squealed and rushed towards the man to hug him, but he moved aside and I end up landing on top of Twilight.

“Hello Pinkie, it’s nice to see you too. Can you please let me up?” Twilight groaned. “Okie Dokie!” I said helping her up and saw Spike and Greagithir walking up to us shaking their heads. “So why did you guys go to Canterlot without saying anything?” I asked with a pout. “It was for getting permission to open a school of friendship, and of course to meet Gideon.” Twilight said as she pointed at the guy who dodged my hug. “Oh, well you know what that means right?” I asked with an big smile. “It’s time to throw Gideon a ‘Welcome to Ponyville’ party.” Twilight replied with a sly smile. “Yeperooni! Be right back!” I said leaving the train station in a blur of pink.

(Gideon POV)

‘Just so long as there aren’t too many people there, I’ll be good.’ I thought to myself as I stood at where Pinkie practically vanished from. “So is she always like that or is breaking the rules of general reality common here?” I asked to no one in particular. “Yeah she’s like that all the time, I should know, I’m her marefriend!” The cerulean pegasus mare with a rainbow colored mane and tail sitting on a cloud said. “Huh, good to know, Skittles.” I said to her. “Hey!” She said with a frown. “Oh calm down Rainbow, Darling.” The white unicorn mare with a purple mane and tail said. “I didn’t mean to offend you. Your mane and tail reminded me about a rainbow colored candy from my home.” I said, hoping to calm her down. “Thank the gods, Pinks didn’t hear you say that otherwise she’d try to ‘taste the rainbow’ if you catch my drift.” Rainbow said laughing her ass off. “Considering that she’s your girlfriend, I’m sure she already does...if you catch my meaning.” I shot back with a slight wiggle of my eyebrows. Rainbow just continued to laugh, but eventually calmed down. “I like you, what your name bud?” She asked extended a hand for a handshake. “Gideon White. Nice to meet you.” I said with a smile.

“If Rares didn’t make it obvious enough, I’m Rainbow Dash!” She said with a smile. “With a name like that, you sound fast in speed, as well as most of anything else.” I praised. “Heh, well most of that is true except one thing, but that’s only between me and Pinks.” Rainbow said with a slight blush. I nodded and looked to the white mare. “So are you ‘Rares’, as Rainbow says?” I asked her. “My name is Rarity, darling.” Rarity said rolling her eyes. “A nickname then, got it. So, what does a “rare gem” like you do, considering Rainbow’s speed?” I asked. “I’m the premier fashion designer of Equestria!” She said.“I’ll take your word for it, since I’m not entirely knowledgeable about clothes and fashion, aside from ‘it covers myself’ and ‘it keeps me warm,’ so…” I stumbled out. “Oh don’t worry Darling, I think you underestimate your fashion sense because your armor is fabulous!” Rarity complimented. “Yeah, considering a master smith went over it after two impalements ruined it.” I said, rubbing my scars. “I’m sorry to hear that, but at least he restored it.” Rarity said patting my back.

The next mare in the group was trying to hide from me. “And what’s a beautiful cherry blossom like you doing trying to hide from me?” I said, changing my voice slightly as if I was talking to a toddler. “I’m Fluttershy.” the yellow pegasus said quietly. “Can you speak up please I didn’t catch that.” I requested politely. “I’m Fluttershy.” She repeated, a tad louder, but still quietly. “I almost got it, come on I won’t bite.” I said reassuringly. “My name’s Fluttershy.” She said with a smooth, sweet, and soft voice. “Sounds almost like butterfly. You don’t work with insects, do you?” I asked. “I work with every type of creature no matter how big, or small it is.” She said with a kind smile. “Just keep the insects and other creepy crawlies away from me, and I’ll be good.” I said with a shiver.

"I’ll keep that in mind Mr. Gideon, maybe I can help you find the perfect pet.” She said with a smile. “And just Gideon. Mr Gideon was the ancestor to thousands of people whose numbers now are like as the sands of the sea.” I joked. She giggled in reply. “Okay. My offer for a pet still stands.” She said. “Howdy! I’m Applejack. I help run Sweet Apple Acres with mah family!” The orange furred mare exclaimed proudly. “Apple farmer by profession?” I asked. “Eeyup!” She replied happily. I suddenly remembered something and started chuckling. “Oh, my, goodness on a candied apple! I just remembered something funny.” I said through the laughing. “What is it sugarcube?” She asked. “You know the phrase, ‘An apple a day keeps the doctor away?” I asked. “Yeah, what about it?” Applejack asked arching an eyebrow. “There was a comic I remembered where in the first panel, a man is panicking while looking in a bowl while shouting, ‘Oh no, I’m out of apples!’ Next panel, he’s being ‘attacked’ by several doctors at once.” I chuckled out. “Heh, heh. I’ve never heard it that way before.” She said chuckling to herself.

“Hi Gideon, I’m Starlight Glimmer, I’m Twilight’s former student.” The lighter purple mare said shaking my hand. “Nice to meet you...umm...why do you smell like ink and ancient paper?” I asked. “Um, I was on a date with my coltfriend, Sunburst in Apocrypha.” She said with a visible blush on her face. “Disciple of Hermaeus Mora?” I asked, raising one of my eyebrows. “Yeah. I don’t regret it, but it would be better if the Seekers wouldn’t bother me, or Sunburst.” Starlight said. “Huh, so I have one question that may or may not lighten the load of weapons I have to carry. Is it possible to have a Daedra willing to be summoned as a weapon rather than randomly chosen?” I asked while setting my weapons on the ground and popping my back. “Unfortunately no, but I can give you an infinite storage box, it’s basically a pocket space that can hold anything no matter what it weighs you won’t feel it, and to retrieve something you want, just say the name of the item.” Starlight said handing me a small blue glowing box. “Thank you...how do you put something in it?” I asked with a slight frown. “Oh, just like this.” She said as she picked up my Dao and pressed a small purple button on the left face of the box and a purple glow came from the box, then she got my dao right next to the light and it shrunk down to the size of a pen and got sucked into the box, then it closed up. “Wow...umm...Dao Summon?” I said questioningly. After I uttered that phrase, the box opened up and my dao came out suspended in the purple glow still at the size of a pen. “Umm...okay.” I said while timidly reaching for it. Once my hand touched the handle, it instantly returned to its normal size. “Wow! Nice. Again, thanks.” I said, placing my weapons and my helmet in the box. “No problem!” Starlight said.

After Spike and Greagithir came off the train, Rarity runs up to Spike and gives him a hug. “It’s so nice to see you Spikey Wikey.” Rarity said lovingly. “Hey, Rarity, it’s nice to see you too.” Spike replied as he returned the hug. “Okay everybody, let’s had back to the castle and get Gideon settled in.” Twilight said. “Hey Twi, Rarity and I were planning on going out for a bit.” Spike said. Twilight rolled her eyes. “Fine just be back by the time of the party.” She giggled. The rest of us left the two lovers alone on the platform.

(Spike POV)

“So where are we going my loving dragon?” Rarity asked with a sultry lilt in her voice. “Maybe to Sanguine’s to have a bit to eat, a couple of drinks, and maybe back to your place for the night.” I said while giving my mare a gentle squeeze on her rear. “Oooh, you bad boy!” She said with a flirty smile on her face. “You make me bad baby.” I said with a smile. She giggled. “Alright let’s go.” She said as we walked towards Sanguine’s pub that he ran with his wife Berry Punch. As we went in Berry came to the hostess stand with a smile on her face. “Hey Spike, Rarity. Table for two?” She asked. “Yeah thanks Berry.” I replied. “Ok, right this way please.” She said leading us to a booth, placing the menus down. “Your waitress will be along shortly.” Berry said walking back to the front. A couple of moments later a young mare came up to our table. “What can I get for you to drink?” the mare asked. Rarity and I looked away from our menus and saw Lyra. “Oh hey Lyra, we didn’t know you worked here.” I said in surprise. “Today’s my first day. So what are you guys having?” She asked. “I think we’ll take the shrimp linguini alfredo with some watermelon wine.” I said. “Okay I’ll be back with your order.” She said collecting our menus and heading to the kitchen.

“So what happened in Canterlot?” Rarity asked. I shrugged my shoulders. “Nothing much, met Gideon, got the ‘ok’ to open up the Friendship School, and got some big news about Luna.” I replied. “Oh, is she alright?” She asked with concern. “No, she’s fine, but listen she only wants her closest friends to know this, so when I tell you, you have to Pinkie Promise not to tell anyone.” I said looking into Rarity’s eyes. “Cross my heart, hope to die, stick a cupcake in my eye.” She said as she went through the motions of the Pinkie Promise. “Okay so, Luna is actually pregnant!” I whispered. Rarity had a look of shock on her face. “Really?! How far along is she?!” Rarity whispered. “She’s about two or three weeks along, even she was surprised.” I replied. “We have to tell the others when we’re done here.” Rarity said as Lyra came back with our orders. “I have two whole orders of Shrimp linguini alfredo, and one bottle of watermelon wine.” Lyra said placing the food, the bottle of wine, and our wine glasses. “Thanks Lyra, i’ll put your tip on my tab.” I said with a smile. “Alright. Just let me know if you need anything else.” Lyra said as she walked away. I uncorked the bottle and poured wine for myself and Rarity. “Let’s eat, and be merry for our friend and wish her well with her journey to motherhood.” I said as Rarity and I clinked our glasses in a toast.

(Gideon POV)

“Why does this place seem worse than Canterlot Castle, in terms of how much of a maze it is?” I asked out loud. “I know what you mean, but you get used to it.” Starlight said. “So you live here too?” I asked. “Yup, and I almost had the misfortune of walking in on Spike and Rarity one time.” She said shuddering in disgust. “TMI, Starlight! I don't want that image haunting my dreams for the next week!” I shouted. “Sorry!” She replied. We kept walking down the hall and ended up at my guest room. “Here’s your room, I’ll give you a map that I made of this place to help you navigate around. I’m serious just about every door looks the same.” She said handing me a rolled up piece of paper. “Thanks. When's the party; and is it properly prepared for potential anxiety attacks?” I said, pocketing the map. “The party starts in an hour, and Since Pinkie’s behind it, she’ll have it down pat.” Starlight reassured. “If want to know how she knows these types of things, don’t bother Hermaeus did once, and ended up with a massive migraine for a week.” Starlight informed. “Understood. I'll take a quick power nap, then get cleaned up and ready. Okay?” I said. “Okay see you then!” She said leaving me to my own devices.

The nap went quickly, as did the shower and preparation. I was going through a few anti-anxiety stretches when someone knocked on my door. “Hello? Gideon?” The soft voice of Fluttershy asked. I opened the door slowly and quietly, to not frighten her, but it was too quiet, as a set of yellow knuckles rapped lightly on my forehead. “Do that again, but harder. Check if my brain is still in there.” I joked. She giggled in response. “In any case we’re ready for you.” She said. “Oh come on Flutters, I didn’t get to meet him yet, that’s no fair.” A voice said. Out of nowhere, a creature made up of other creatures, specifically a pony, goat, lion, bird, lizard, and whatever else appeared. “Hello, I am Discord, spirit of Chaos and Disharmony.” the amalgamation said extending his bird hand. “Nice to meet you?...umm no offense, but why do you look like a Pool Noodle dipped in FEV?” I ask as I hesitantly shook his hand. “Oh I’m a Draconequus. I was just born this way, also because of Chaos magic.” Discord replied.

"So genetics, gotcha. Anything else I should know about you, just to stay on your good side?” I asked. “Just have a good sense of humor, and most importantly don’t ever make my dear Fluttershy cry, or you’ll regret it!” Discord said with a slight growl. “Aye aye, sir!” I said with a salute and a hint of fear. I then looked behind him with a confused face. “That's a weird place to put a piano.” I said, hoping Discord falls for it. “Oh, that’s not gonna work.” Discord said with a devious smirk on his face. “Gosh dang it. I was hoping to boop your nose and say, 'made you look.” I jokingly complained. “You and I are going to be fast friends! If you don’t have any plans this weekend, Spike, Big Mac, Sheogorath, Kai, and myself are going to be playing Ogres and Oubliettes. You’re more than welcome to join us.” Discord said as he disappeared from sight. “I might take him up on that. So, party, snack, room, bed?” I said to Fluttershy. “Yes, follow me.” Fluttershy said.

I followed her through the maze of a castle until we reached the foyer where pretty much the entire town gathered to welcome me to the town. “Holy hell in a handbasket!” I said in surprise at the sizable crowd, catching the crowd's attention. I chuckled nervously. “Sorry everyone, I just wasn’t expecting such a large crowd because I’m not the best with massive crowds. Nervousness at best, anxiety attack at worst.” I explained. “I’m sorry. I didn’t know that.” Pinkie said as her mane and tail instantly deflated. Everyone gasped in shock at this event. “Don't beat yourself up over it too badly. You made a mistake, but you can learn from it. And if anyone has a cupcake on hand, I might be able to lighten the sour mood we're now in.” I said. “I got one!” A white unicorn mare with purple shades, two toned blue mane and tale, and eighth note mark on her shirt. I took the cupcake and cleared my throat. “Pinkie, look at the crowd, now back to me, then back to the crowd, now to me. I'm not part of the crowd; I booped Discord on the nose. Now look at the floor and back to me. Where is the cupcake, the cupcake is gone. I placed it on your head, AND THERE'S NOTHING YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT!!!” I rambled off, while managing to boop Discord's nose, place the cupcake on Pinkie's head, and finish with booping her nose. Pinkie’s mane and tail suddenly reinflated as she flicked the cupcake off of her head and caught it in her mouth with a smile on her face. “Thanks. I just wanted you to feel welcome here, since everyone pretty much knows each other.” Pinkie said as she gave me a hug. The crowd awed at the sight. “What? You waiting for an invitation to party? Get too it!” I asked then practically commanded. I then pried myself out of the pink pony's death hug, and wandered to the snack table.

After picking a few treats up, I took a seat near one of the edges of the dancefloor. Soon Spike and Rarity finally arrived, Spike was carrying Rarity bridal style, and they took some seats near me. “Sorry, she’s a little tipsy from lunch, so fair warning she gets kinda chatty.” Spike said with a nervous grin. “I’ll be back with some food and water.” He said giving his mare a peck on the cheek. Rarity simply smiled and nodded in reply. “How much?” I asked. “Three glasses of watermelon wine. It’s actually pretty strong darling.” Rarity slurred slightly. “Good to know. Not like I'll be drinking any time soon.” I commented. “Suit yourself darling, not everyone can handle it.” Rarity said as Spike returned with some cupcakes and a couple of cups of water. “Here ya go babe, time to sober up.” Spike said rubbing her back lightly. “Thank you darling.” She said taking a dainty bite from the cupcake.

“So how are ya liking your party Gideon?” Spike asked. “Aside of an anxiety attack I'm suppressing, it's pretty good...oh and the party's okay as well.” I joked while munching on a cookie. “Don’t worry it’ll be over in about five minutes.” Spike said. “How do you know that?” I asked. “Simple, when you’ve lived in this town for as long as we have, you get to know the length of Pinkie’s parties.” Spike said with a shrug. “If that's the case, then it should end with a proverbial bang.” I said as I stood up from my seat. “Discord, meet me on the stage, I'll need to talk to you as well as Pinkie and the DJ.” I muttered, partially hoping Discord was able to hear from literally anywhere.

(Spike POV)

Gideon got up from his seat at our table and headed for the stage with Discord. Pinkie seemed to have a huge smile on her face. She then turned and whispered something in Vinyl’s ear and she nodded. Gideon took the mic. “Hey everyone, I just wanted to say thanks for coming out today, but I want to do a little something special. Hit it!” Gideon said. There was some pretty funky sounding music playing and even a disco ball hung in the ceiling thanks to Discord. “So darling, fancy a dance?” Rarity said gaining my attention. “Sure, why not.” I replied with a smile. Gideon seemed to notice the dancefloor becoming lively as he sang his song. As the song was beginning to come to its end, everyone stopped and struck a pose as the final notes faded to silence. Everyone cheered for Gideon’s performance, Gideon took a bow and a swig of water after singing. “Thanks everyone! It’s been a pleasure performing for you, I hope you all enjoyed and make it home safely.” He said as the rest of the guests began to exit the castle leaving Twi, AJ, Pinkie, Rainbow, Fluttershy, Discord, Greagithir, Starlight, Rarity, and I were the only ones remaining.

“Well, that was fun. Now I'm tired, so good night then.” Gideon said before sluggishly walking off. “Good night.” We replied. “We should do the same, come on guys we can better talk about this in the morning.” Twilight said. “Oh Rarity, if you and Spike decide to “cuddle” tonight, make sure to put a silencing spell on the room before you continue.” Twi said with a smug smirk on her face. “Well I’ll see y’all tomorrow!” Applejack said waving at us as she left. “Come on Pinks, let’s go home.” Rainbow said picking Pinkie up and flying off to their new house near Sugarcube Corner. “Good night everyone. Come on Discord let’s go home.” Fluttershy said as she walked towards the door. Starlight already went to her room when Rainbow and Pinkie left. Before Greagithir went to his room, he patted me on the shoulder. “Just be sure to use protection, wouldn’t want little dragon/pony hybrids running around before the school opens do we?” he said with a smirk. I shook my head at the Altmer’s antics. “So darling are we going to “cuddle” tonight?” Rarity asked with half-lidded eyes. “Maybe, if you behave yourself.” I said with a smile as I picked her up and carried her to my room.

Author's Note

For those wondering about the song Gideon was singing at the party, here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cfr2HWJYQo0&feature=youtu.be

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