Adapting to Sanity

Foot steps and clopping of hooves could be heard down the hallway. Chris and Twilight walk together in silence as they went outside the castle.

“Felt like three hours.” Chris tirely said. The feeling of his soul slowly fluttering away like a graceful butterfly.

“It was three hours. I’m so sorry about what happened. Didn’t anticipate that.” With a heavy sigh Twilight decided what to do next.

“You know how long you have to stay here? Not that I’m complaining but if you are staying here long, you might need a job.” Twilight rubbing her chin in thought.

“That’s a fair point. To be completely honest, I’m not entirely sure. But you’re right. Do you know any place that is hiring?” Chris doing his best trying to stir away questions from this purple black hole.

“I’m not sure, only come to this place every now and again we should probably talk-”

“Hey Twilight! Ohh hey..why is there a human here? Twilight, there’s something wrong with this human. Almost as if he doesn’t belong in our...what’s the word I’m looking for. Reality? Can’t point my claw on it but it might be his skin. It IS kind of a different color like the human version of your friends.” Spike intervened.

That’s racist

“First off, where did you come from? And second.Ah Huh! That was so different about you! I almost forgot to ask you something! What was that red ooze and how did your arm grow back?”

You know, I used to like this little guy but now..wonder how far I can punt him with my new found strength. Chris wondered to himself.

“Let me retort that first question with this answer. None of your business. Second, What are you talking about Twilight?” Spike in his rebellious stage of dragoness asks.

With a sigh Chris retold the story of what happened.

“As for Twilight’s question that red ooze came from a doctor. He’s a crazy one but a genius. Besides the head any limb cut off gets one canister that can make it regrow. But I lost a limb because one guy didn’t make a quick maintenance search before I got teleported here.” That should tie up some loose ends.

”That makes sense. Still wanna know about your technology.” Twilight making puppy eyes.

Chris heartily chuckled. “Sorry Princess but no can do. That’s all classified. But I do need to find a job and pull my weight around here.”

“I actually know who needs help.” Spike scratch his head.

“You do?” Twilight said.

“Yeah, believe it or not but there’s a gardener that does need help around the castle.”

Chris rolled his eyes. One coincidence after another.

With a smile and a hand on his hip. “Well I’ll be. Point me to the right direction of that pony then.” While in a southern voice.

While Twilight giggled behind her hoof, Spike pointed the direction. “You see that barber shop? He lives right behind it. House number is 202.”

Chris was about to set off but needed to know something. “Hey Twilight, how long until Cadence due?”

“Due? What do you..oh..Oh! A human phrasing. Well..let’s see..” Twilight began talking to herself.

“It’s after Hearts and Hooves day so..two more months from now. So in the human world that should be February 15 through…April 15? Did I get that right?”

“You know few things about human culture, was there a human before me?” Chris smiled inside.

“Oh goodness no, there was a great mage who casted a spell on a mirror to travel to a different world. I’ve been there a lot of times so it was only natural I picked things up on the way. Anyways, Why did you ask about Cadence pregnancy?” Twilight tilting her head to the side.

“Even though I need a job, I need coin(s) to give her a present of Congratulations for it’s a boy or a girl. Don’t know if you people do it but us humans do.” Chris smiled.

“It’s weird that you said that because we do it as well. Now, for what you are doing is very kind hearted and very thoughtful of you Chris. If you need help with that I’m here. Also it’s not coin its bits.”

“Is that what your currency is called? Bah..I figured that out later. Thanks Spike and see you guys later.” Chris walked away from the castle entrance. Heading to his new destination

Two months huh? Sounds short but might take awhile. Just need to talk to this pony and find a quiet spot to think. It’s been a day and so much has happened.

As he walked in a bright sunny day. He can’t help to find this atmosphere refreshing. Some of the ponies that show no sign of discomfort, disgust or being straight up terrified. They just went on about their day. Sale stands, office supplies etc etc. Some wave at him actually and he waved back. Chris sees some little fillies and colts playing tag. Laughing and enjoying themselves having the time of their lives.

Chris imagines killing those fillies and colts as Carnage. Tendrils hanging them upside down while they are screaming for help. Squeezing the sum of them until they pop like flea’s. Eating one like a chocolate lava cake in one hand. Taking a big bite out of them with an oozing messy sticky string attached to his maw and to his meal. He felt drool coming down on his mouth. It disgusted him to his very core. Their children! They have a bright future ahead of them. Chris was beginning to form tears in his eyes. So he power walked, passing the pony civilians with a force smile on his face. Finally he reached the house 202. Chris took a deep breath to calm his heart. He brought his hand and sent a few knocks. Few minutes went by and the door finally opened. A white mare was inside. Her coat was white pure as snow. Her mane was white with black tips. Along the trailing the black tips were spots of black. Salt and pepper style. Even her tail was the same as her mane. Her wings were small, almost as if she opened them it might hurt.

The mare stood there for a second with a jaw slacked “Oh hey! You’re that alien! What was it again! A Houman? Is that right?” said the mare.

“Mm..almost but no. It’s pronounced human.” Chris shook his head.

Don’t need a long conversation again.

“Look, there’s this small dragon that told me there is a gardener here. Are you that pony?” Chris just wanted to work actually. Get his mind off of things.

“Yep yep! You are looking at him!”

“You’re not a mare?” Blunty asked Chris.

Oh for fuck sakes I’m going to get molested!

“I get that alot.” said the giggling femboy.

“Are you looking for a job Mr…” The stallion trailed off.

“The name Chris. How are you doing..” Chris mimics while lowering his hand for a handshake.

“Sky Piercer.” He shakes Chris’s hand with. “We really do need help so you can start tomorrow. Also as a guest on our planet and our home, it would be an honor if you move in this house. If you want that is.” Sky with a little blush suggests innocently.

They don’t have cameras invented yet right? If I’m taking a shit better not be looking at a camera.

“I can start tomorrow. Gives me time to get used to myself. Which room do I take?”

“Second floor, last door on your left.” Sky pointed out with his hooves.

As Sky saw him go up while his smile was still on him. As soon as the door closes he smile turns into a deadpan expression.”I’m going to watch you sleep at night you sumbitch.”

As the door behind Chris closed he flopped down on the bed with a heavy sigh.

With a quiet conversation with himself. “Finally…”
A long silence from him.

“Just gonna get through this.” Chris thought of something. Wasn’t important but still, it was a gift from his sister.

“Damn, Left my jacket. Fuck it..they can have it.” He stood up and placed outside. The place is really beautiful. Truth be told even the ponies.

Here I am, finally made it. I’m a monster that lives among cattle. Guessing with the symbiote inside of me took some time to re-adjust in my DNA. I can smell them. Each one of them have a different kind of smell. Few smell like sweet candies while others smell like a well done meat. Like a flaming filet mignon. Making me kind of hungry. That salmon was pretty great at the castle but..

“Need a plan Chris, What gif-”

Chris Spider senses went off.

Few knocks were made “Hey Chris. You alright? You were there for a few hours. I got dinner ready for you. Also Princess Twilight is here.”

“I’m ok, must have dozed off. I’m coming right now.”

The dinner was nice for Chris and the others. Twilight and Sky talked about their friends, their jobs. These two never met before but they became friends fast. Gotta hand it to Twilight imma right? Few times they bring Chris into their conversation only to be shut down. Chris tells them “Mercenary work is brutal and not a fate for the heart” or “Maybe some other time.” As anxious as they were to know more about him. He simply wouldn’t contribute. To their minds it must be male thing. Even though Sky was a male but he’s one of the mares now...traitor. So as they talk and toss some embarrassing memories with their family moments. Night creeped on them.

“Thank you for the meal Sky but need to go.” Twilight getting up to give a hug to him

“No problem Twilight.” Sky hugged back.

“Also need to talk to you about a stallion friend of mine who’s single.”

“Uhh...sure. I keep that in mind” Forcing a twitching smile.

“Hey Chris, Cadence would be in her castle for two months. The doctor said this little one’s a mystery. Have to keep a close eye on Cadence and her baby. So it might not be two months. I also told her you were buying a gift for her. She can’t wait to see what it is.”

Chris just chuckled, “Tell her to listen to the doctor.”

With her eyes rolling “Good night guys.”

As the door closes Chris slowly walks past Sky only to be blocked by him.

“Chris...is everything alright? You’ve been distanced and acting reclusive. I know we only just met but you got me worried. You can tell me what’s wrong” Sky looked apologetic with his right hoof on his barrel.

should I say it? I could tell him a lie. But knowing this world it could bite you in the ass and ruin your plans. If I do...I have to follow through.

Chris gulped, not sure how to handle this. He’s a good man. Yes a liar but never a killer. But he did kill a Stag when he was a teen when hunting along with his dad. He’s father’s voice came to mind. He let some rules but one rule stay true to him. “Never kill the mother and its calf, son. Let that calf enjoy his mother and his free spirit life.” He says with a kind loving caring way. He respected hunting and it’s rules.

“I have a new order from the government. I’m sorry Sky but I need to talk to Twilight right away.” Chris walked past him without another word. He walked out the house and headed to the castle, hopefully bumping into her. Then again she could’ve used her magic and be there already.

Fucking magic. Going to take...this is just adorable and sad.

Only took a minute walk to catch up with her. There she is flapping her wings with sweat pouring.

“That was an impressive 4 feet there Princess. Any higher you might see the whole world.”

“Chris! I thought I went to bed? Only to find me in my weakened state. You know too much.” She playfully glared with a pout.

“Hahah, I’m sorry Princess didn’t mean to sneak on you.” Chris getting his laughter in control.

Stop the shaky hands Chris, get your shit together and fucking lie to her. It wasn’t that Chris was scared of Twilight. He was getting scared of what he’s going to do to Flurry.

”I’m here for something else. It’s about Flurry.”

Twilight getting herself together now put on look that she’s all ears

“Continue.” was all she said.

“I got a letter from the government that they are changing plans from bringing her behind bars to execute her on sight. No questions asked.”

Twilight looked conflicted. What would Celestia say in her place? This is not her jurisdiction after all.

“May I ask two questions and you answer me before I give you my answer?”

And of course he nodded.

“Have you ever taken another’s one life before?
If no, what would happen to you if you don’t follow their rules?” Twilight looked down with her mane covering her eyes.

Chris rubbed he’s back of his head and paced back and forth slowly.

“I never took a life before. To be honest with myself I really don’t know how to feel about it. Sure I saw death. Just comes with being a Mercenary. You go here, do your job, paycheck. But never plunged a knife into another. That last question, if I say no to them. They COME here. Either shoot me or take me to another planet and erase everything on paper that is about me.

Twilight, still in the same position, listen to everything he said.

“Well..this is a one sided battle huh?” Twilight brought her head up and turned backwards.

“Chris, This is not my fight. Only see one solution here. Once you find Flurry. You do what you gotta do.” With that last word she uses her magic and Chris was all alone.

“What about the don’t kill another life speech?” Chris said to no one in particular.

Time jumped

It’s been six weeks since that unlikely prep talk happened. Living with Sky was weird during that time for Chris. When he was taking a shower the door knob jiggled with Sky saying I need to pee badly and sharing a shower saves the water bill. So of course he said No. Chris knows he’s been stealing his socks when he’s sleeping. Probably inhaling them like some hobo inhaling paint in a paper bag. Other than that, he worked to earn bits.

As the beautiful day shines on Crystal Empire. An old stallion doctor walks into the garden with Chris, Sky and other background characters.

“Good news everypony!! Said the old mask doctor.

“In this very castle the Princess of Love has finally given birth to a baby Alicorn! Quite a remarkable unpretentious occurrence if I do say so myself. Now I would like for you all to keep this secret from the public. Me and the rest of the nurses were ordered by the Prince to inform all castle staff members to know about what transpired today. Let’s have the Prince and Princess have their time with their newborn. Alrighty now, that’s about everything.” He turned away without saying goodbye.

“Ohh this is the most wonderful news ever!! Don’t you agree Chris?! Sky bouncing up and down.

“Yeah it really is! Hey Sky do you mind if I go shopping? I promise Princess Cadence I will get her something.” Chris using puppy eyes but nowhere near as ok.

Sky flinched at the look. An alien doing THAT?

“Please go, just promise me you won’t do that look again.” Sky showing him how real puppy eyes work.

“That’s not fair, you ponies are way too good at that. But thanks Sky. I’ll be right back.”

“After that look, go have the rest of the day off. We have a replacement train anyways.”

Chris with a laugh got up and went out to buy what he needed.

Chris found the place that sold the item that he was looking for. A picture frame was all he needed for Cadence and Shining. As he walked back to his new home there were a great amount of ponies blocking his path.

What’s going on now?

Even though Chris was short, he still was taller then these ponies. So he clearly saw why all these delicious cotton candies were gathered. The Alicorn Sisters were there giving a speech.

“We were informed that Princess Cadence is expecting her newborn sometime this coming up days. So we take upon ourselves to have our own mini vacation until she delivers. Aside from that, we learn from Princess Twilight’s letters there was an alien living among all of you. In which he is standing among you all.”

Few ponies looked confused at that statement so they looked. Few of them jumped from surprise at how they didn’t notice.

“Can somepony put a frickin bell on him?”

“I got a cowbell. Would that work?”

“We need more cowbell!”

Chris just facepalm while shaking his head.

“Ah...You must be Chris. Would you mind if we can talk to you?”

As Chris made through the crowd and looked at the two, Luna is oddly quiet.

“Sure, would you mind telling me who you are?”

“Absolutely, I’m Princess Celestia and this here is my little sister Princess Luna. We are co-rulers of Equestria. It’s a pleasure to meet you.”

“Likewise Princesses, let me unlock the door and we can talk right away.”

probably to see if I’m a threat to everyone here.

He opened the door and let the two in. Chris has to admit, those thighs can be firmly hand grasped.

As Chris went to the kitchen the sisters followed suit. With a slow motion he took out a teddy bear with a letter attached to it collar.

“So what can I do for you two?” Chris doing this on purpose is being a bad host. Not asking them if they need drinks.

“Straight to the point. I like that.” Celly chuckled while Luna rolled her eyes.

Was that her way of flirting?

“I’ll keep this brief then since we are on schedule. What are your intentions here? How long are you staying here?”

“Has Twilight told you what’s going on?”

“That you are a mercenary and looking for somep-someone on this planet?” Celestia correct herself.

good, she didn’t tell. Fuck me if she did.

“Correct, I’m sure Twilight has given y’all all that she knows. As soon I execute the target I’ll take leave. And don’t worry if I’m going to tell my where this planet is. I kind of like it here.” Chris half heartedly answered.

Celestia looked down and clenched her teeth together in frustration.

“Well she will be executed on sight or on your home planet?”

Chris looked at the stuffed teddy bear. “On sight ma’am.”

With a heavy sigh “Was there something you wanna ask him sister?”

“Yes sister, forgive me Chris but I have been using magic ever since we set hooves in here. Your physical being is a mystery and I encountered this phenomenon before. My magic let’s me see into ponies dreams. I see them and feel them. But yours...I didn’t see yours. I felt it, I knew the location of it but didn’t see it. I use my magic to discover this unknown source but to no prevail. You are the source of that phenomenon. But when I use my magic on you to read your mind..I got nothing. Your existence is like of a fog. You see it but can’t hold it.”

Luna now glared.

“My question is...what are you?”

Chris took a step back in fright.

“I-I don’t know? I’m a stranger to your world. Maybe I need to adapt to this planet if magic can affect me somehow.”

“Lulu, you’re scaring him. I’m sorry Chris. You’re an unknown, I’m sure your people have a saying of fearing the unknown.”

With an exhale of a sign of relief. “It’s quite alright. And yes we have that saying. For me being an unknown it’s totally understandable to question my existence from other beings. I understand.”

“Alright dear sister, let’s be off. Chris please come to the castle medical room in the morning. We are all waiting outside.”

As the thunder thigh sisters live him be Chris took his seat and began writing on the card.

The next day

Chris was waiting with the sisters in the morning. The only ones who were not present were Twilight and Spike. As Chris tried to get some sleep they finally arrived.

“Morning Princess Celestia and Princess Luna!” Twilight said with a bounce in her step.

“Ohh I can’t wait to see her baby! Wonder what name she will give? Can we go now?!”

“Twilight..can we wait like an hour?” Chris rubbing his eyes.

“I’m with you there but sorry dude, she’s going to have her way.” Spike said, just as sleepy as him.

“Of course Twilight, come along everyone.” Celestia opened the door and everyone followed.

Chris saw the room. It was a private medical room only for the Princess and for the prince. He immediately saw Cadence with Shining on her right. Cadence was laying her back against some pillows. In her hooves was Flurry Heart sleeping peacefully. Chris went to Cadence left and put down the present on the nightstand. Shining and Cadence are a mess. Bags under theirs, their manes are in a disarray.

“Hey you two.” Chris said I’m a quiet tone.

They both mouthed hey with a smile.

“Aww she is sooo cute!” Twilight said behind her hooves.

“Chris hold her. I gotta take a picture of this.”

“Is that alright with you two?” Chris was sniffing. Tears coming close.

Cadence giggled and Shining tirely laughed. " Sure man. But please stallion up. Making us males look bad.”

Chris walked over there and Cadence almost let go. Mother instincts telling her not to let go. But she ignored them. She gave Flurry Heart to Chris to hold.

Chris now Flurry Heart in his arms, turn a little so they can’t see the other side of his face. He was rocking her back and forth.

I can’t...I fucking cant. She’s just a FUCKING baby. A FUCKING BABY!! I can’t kill a fawn..a calf. That’s what dad said. I can’t take her away from her mother...Cadence is going to say her name

“Hey chris…..you ok man..” Shining worrily asked Chris. He was crying.

Twilight was about to take a picture but she slowly brought it down. Look of confusion and gut feeling that this doesn’t seem right. Why is he crying? What’s going on with him?

wait a minute...no...not it can’t..

With a gulp that she was holding.

“Ca-Cadence...what’s her name?”"

Cadence looked away from Chris with a raised eyebrow. “Hmm? Oh her name is Flurry Heart.”

Twilight looked horrified, tears coming down. “Chris..please give Cadence or me the baby….please..”

“What’s going on here.” Celestia asks, looking at Chris with her horn glowing.

Chris shook his head saying no.

“Please Chris...put her down…” Twilight pleaded.

“I have no idea what’s going on but what is the meaning of THIS!!” Shining yelled waking up the baby.

“Chris’s mission was to execute One of his own. Her name was Flurry Heart. But I don’t understand, She’s not a human. And how did you know that name before she was even born!!” Twilight was in rage. Clenching her teeth and her wings flare up.

Chris turned around and everyone in that room froze in horror. The right side of his face was dark red with black stripes. His left eye was white. Like a paint brush just swipe right. His left Jaw had jagged needle-like teeth and two large fangs. With a voice that has two at the same time.

“What the buck….” Shining holding her wife. She was paralyzed in fear. She tried to move or talk but nothing.

“Because...I knew her name long before getting here. For what it’s worth I never wanted to do this.”
“Please…” was the only thing Cadence said

*SNIKT*

Chris’s right hand turned into claws and extended one of his fingers piercing through Flurry’s skull. Lifeless tiny body went limp. With a flick of his wrist, he tore through Flurry’s head. Slicing her head in half. Blood splatter in a short cone area. Only Cadence and Twilight getting sprayed.

“AAAAAHHHHHHH!!!!! AAHH AHHHHHHHH!!”
The fusion of crys rang like bullets inside of a metal room.

“YOU MONSTER!!!!” YOU KILLED MY BABY!!” Cadence uses her magic to fire anything. Everyone in that room fired whatever they knew best. The whole room lit up like the fourth of July.
When they stopped the room was gone. Just a giant hole were Chris stood. When the dust cleared, Chris was still there...completely unharmed. He just looked up, crying and laughing.

Sobs and laughter could be heard while Shining and Cadence holding the reminds of Flurry Heart. Blood trenching their chest.

“It’s ok my baby..my little shine. Everything will be ok. We took care of him. Everything is going to be ok.” Cadence repeatedly said to herself.

Shining just started at the lost daughter he will never have with wide eyes.

Celestia and Luna use every type of magic they can think of but it was no use.

Spike was hugging Twilight who was on the floor with Cadence crying. Trying to snap out of her trance.

Chris was on his knees and hands banging his head on the floor. Breaking and leaving cracks all the while crying and laughing.

“Sister his claw..it’s on fire. We don't know what he will do. Should we grab everyone and leave?" Luna tactically suggested.

“NO! I AM THE SUN WE ARE NOT GOING TO BE BURN WHILE I AM HERE. HE IS NOT GOING ANYWHERE!” Celestia was a raging sun. She was a living sun spot. The others weren't effected by Celestia's heat only Chris was hurting immensely.

With a raise of his right claw he struck the floor. A bright light of blue tears through reality.

“Heh..haha, bye celly..bye woona.” Chris went inside the portal never to be seen again. Celestia and Luna never told anyone about their nicknames. Only their mother. But she died eons ago.

Location unknown

As the fabric of space tore into reality a new asshole. Chris was on the floor curled up into a ball of a crying trainwreck.