I was going to have to hurry. I had a feeling that it was going to take a little more time than usual to reach my house. You might recall that my plan was to have my house built near the tree I like, just off the edge of Ponyville, and it is, but that’s not what I was cautious of. See, all week long Pinkie Pie hasn't stopped bothering me. She’s kept going on and on about throwing some welcome party that she’s still upset about not being able to do when we first met. After word got out about a new house being built near Ponyville, Pinkie must have done some investigating, because I heard other rumors too. “Pinkie’s planning a wild party for a newcomer.” and “I heard that he helped save the town.” were just a few. I didn’t want to be known through rumors alone. The thought just didn’t settle with me for some reason, which is why the only rumor I took comfort when I hear them ask “Who?” and receive no answer.

Anyway, I bring up Pinkie because I knew that if she saw me, I wouldn’t be able to get away shortly after without being an asshole about it. So, after getting off the bench in front of Twilight’s house, I proceeded down the road. I took a tune down the marketplace, taking me to Sugar Cube Corner. I was about to turn that corner when I stopped, hearing the voice of a certain high pitched, fast-talking, hyperactive, physics breaking pink pony.

“Hi ya, Berry Punch.” I heard her say I stayed hidden behind the corner, out of view. “Have you seen Spirit? He’s a white unicorn with gold eyes and blue stockings as well as his main and tail matching the color. I want to throw a welcome party for him, but I can’t seem to find him.” she carried on. The way she kept talking could make one question whether or not she knew how to wait for an answer.

“Spirit?” I heard another voice ask, which I assumed belonged to Berry Punch. “So that’s his name. I think I know who you’re talking about. I saw him walking about a few days ago. No, I haven’t seen him today. Sorry.” she finished.

“Drat!” I heard Pinkie said in a pout. “Well, if you do, point him my way, will ya?” I chuckled.

“I don’t think anypony can do that after you leave their sight.” I thought.

“Um….sure. Good luck.” I heard Berry Punch say reluctantly.

“Later.” I heard Pinkie say before I heard some sort of bouncing sound. The sound faded, indicating that whatever the source was left.

Assuming that the source was Pinkie, I left my cover to proceed. As I rounded the corner, I noticed that I had the attention of a somewhat young looking mare. Ignoring her, I attempted to proceed with my course but failed.

“Wait.” I heard a familiar voice call out. I stopped as requested, knowing that I would attract Pinkie’s attention easily if I had her chasing me across town. When she caught up, she stood in front of me. “If you aren’t too busy, Pinkie Pie’s looking for you.” I sighed heavily.

“Yes, I’m aware, but I am busy. If she finds me, I won’t be able to get done what I need to be done.” I explained. “So if you could do me a favor and save me the extra work by forgetting I was here, I would appreciate it.” I finished. She looked at me as suspiciously as I am of her. So, I took note of her appearance in case I have to hunt her down later. She was a little smaller than I am. Her coat was an extremely light grape purple color. Her main, tail and eyes were all a few shades darker with a hint of dark pink in the mix. Her cutie mark was a vine of grapes and a strawberry, which I found quite fitting to the name Berry Punch.

“Alright,” she finally said. “Just this once, I’ll help. Where do you need to go?” I let a small smile show on my face.

“I’m sure you’ve heard of the new house being made just right outside Ponyville,” I said. She looked like she understood.

“Yeah, what about it? Is it yours?” she questioned.

“Yes, I had it commissioned. I need to get there so I can help finish it.” she scratched her chin as I said this.

“I don’t know a direct route, but if you stick the alleyways you should be fine,” she said. I nodded.

“Thanks.” I offered before taking my leave, crossing the street and entering the space between some buildings.

As I entered the ally, I noticed that they weren't as bad as I expected. In fact, they were quite clean. Spick and span, not a single piece of trash anywhere. I shook my head to take my mind off the focus of the ally and made my way.

Now, everypony knows how ambitious Pinkie can be, and how sometimes it can be too much. I mention this because every now and then I heard her asking ponies around the corner if they’ve seen me. Once, I could have sworn I saw her looking from one of the rooftops.

Eventually, I managed to make it to the edge of town, right by the train station in fact. Luckily, my new house was in sight. I casted a teleportation spell, causing me to disappear only to materialize in front of the house.

I stood there looking at my house. It would be considered average in appearance, except that it was larger than most and had a small mini-tower on its side. The structure was painted a dirty yellowish gold, had several windows, an oak door, and a chimney too. I looked at it with a sense of ride.

“Spirit!” I heard a familiar voice call from above. Looking up, I was a pegasus gliding down from a cloud. I watched as he made his descent.”So? What do you think.?” he asked.

“I think you finished without me,” I commented, assuming he meant the house.

“You’ll live. Here’s the key,” he said, stretching a wing over his shoulder to me with a necklace hanging on the tip. I also noticed that it was nothing more than my pendent Luna gave me a while back with a key added to it.

“Well, I didn’t expect to see that again,” I commented, taking it in my magic and placing it around my neck.

“Yeah, well, there you have it. Anyway, I would love to stay and catch up but I have to go,” he said, spreading his wings out. “Till next time,” he added before taking flight.

I started to make my way to the train station. While it’s true that my new home has finished construction and most would want to see it first thing, I helped make it and already know everything about it. Besides, I have to retrieve the other resident.

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