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Family Part 1

Jason’s POV

I was looking down at my key that Brok gave me and decided to use it to get Scootaloo. Turning the key a portal opened and I stepped through to find myself at Sweet Apple Acres. Walking up to the homestead I knocked on the door

“It’s me, Jason!” I called out. Seeing the door open to reveal Granny Smith.

“Oh, Jason. So good to see ya, youngn’. Come in, come in.” Granny Smith smiled at me as I walked in.

“Thank you again for watching Scootaloo, I really appreciate it.” I thanked her as I took out the last few bits I had on me.

“No need, sonny, I was happy to watch the little one. She got a fire in her and is just an energetic youngn’.” Granny Smith laughed as she pushed the bits away in my hands.

“Again, thank you. I’ll be sure to help out again on the farm.” I smiled at her “Where is Scootaloo?”

“She’s upstairs with her friends in Applebloom’s room,” Granny Smith said as she pointed upstairs, I nodded and headed up and accidentally bumped into Big Mac.

“Hey, Big Mac.” I waved to him, but he just stared at me with his arms crossed. I raised an eyebrow at his behavior until he spoke.

“Ah know,” Big Mac simply said. It took me a split second to know what he meant and I blushed slightly.

“Hehehe, uh…W-Well, we uh…” I laughed nervously and looked at him as he cracked his neck.

“Applejack loves you, Ah know that much. But if you hurt her, ah’ll buck you so hard your bones will shatter to dust.” Big Mac warned me.

“I would rather die again than ever hurt her. Or any of them.” I told him. Big Mac looked at me and nodded as he stepped aside and walked downstairs as I made my way to Apple Bloom’s room and knocked on the door.

“Coming!” Applebloom said from behind the door, opening it she smiled. “Jason!” Applebloom hugged my leg and I patted her head.

“Dad!” Scootaloo came running up and jumped into my arms, I laughed softly and hugged her.

“Hey, Scoots! Did you behave while I was gone?”

“Of course!” Scootaloo said as she nuzzled my cheek.

“That’s my girl.” I smiled and kissed her head. “Listen, I have to stay at the crystal empire for a bit more, but I thought I should bring you along too.”

“Really?! Yes yes yes yes!” Scootaloo said excitedly as she was jumping in my arms.

“Can we come?” Applebloom and Sweetie Belle asked while giving me puppy dog eyes.

“Let me talk with Granny Smith first.” I told them as I set Scootaloo down and walked downstairs, the CMC following behind me. “Granny Smith?” I asked as she was in the middle of cleaning.

“Yes?”

“I was wondering if you would be fine if I took Scootaloo and the kids with me to the Crystal Empire?” I asked her.

“Hmm…well…Ah don’t see why not. Ah know you will keep ‘em safe.” Applebloom hugged her grandma and kissed her cheek.

"Ready!” The CMC said in unison, I chuckled softly and used my key to open a portal.

“Whoa!” The CMC all gasped in shock at this as we stepped through, soon coming back to the crystal empire just outside the castle. “AWESOME!” They all gawked in amazement at everything. Soon Applebloom and Sweetie Belle looked over and saw their sisters nearby, they called out to them and ran over to them and hugged them.

“Hey, Applebloom! What’re you lot doin’ here?” Applejack asked.

“Jason came to get us with his magic key,” Applebloom explained

“It was sooooo cool! It’s like a key to the world!” Sweetie Belle smiled.

“Sort of is, yeah.” I said as I walked over with Scootaloo holding my hand.

“Hi moms!” Scootaloo waved as happily.

“Hello, my little angel.” Avril walked over and picked up Scootaloo, kissing her cheek as her tail wagged side to side.

“Where are the others?” I asked.

“Twilight, Pinkie, Fluttershy, and Rainbow Dash went off on their own. I think Twilight was chatting with Princess Cadence,” Rarity explained as she hugged Sweetie Belle.

“Oh, okay.” I nodded, smiling at Scootaloo and Avril. Scootaloo smiled and hugged Avril.

“This place is awesome! Can we explore it? Please?”

“I don’t see why not, we aren’t really busy until tomorrow,” Avril said.

“What’s happening tomorrow?” Applebloom asked

“I got a match in the arena against Shining Armor, and I am looking forward to it,” I said as I cracked my knuckles.

“You’re fighting Shining Armor? He’s the captain of the royal guard! Can you really do it?” Sweetie Belle asked with concern in her voice.

“My dad can beat him! Can’t you, dad?” Scootaloo said with a proud smile on her face.

“Damn right! I’m the most skilled and most dangerous thing in this world, nothing can beat me.” I said confidently as I ruffled Scootaloo’s mane, making her giggle. “Come on, let's go and take a look around." I said as the CMC showed excitement as we started to explore the empire.

“Everything’s so shiny!” Scoots chirped. I chuckled at my daughter’s delight as we walked through the streets. When we neared the arena, we passed by the center of town where there was a group of crystal ponies standing by something covered in a large drape. Piquing my curiosity, we took a slight detour to see what was going on.

“Hey fellas, what’s this about?” I spoke up.

“Sir Todd!” One crystal stallion beamed as he and the other bowed to me.

“Okay, what’s with the bowing?” I asked while looking around, curious as to what was the meaning behind this.

“Why, because you and the great Spike the dragon are our saviors! And we are in the midst of creating a moment in both your honors!”

“Wait, wait, saviors, you say?” Spike and I looked at each other and then back at the ponies that were bowing.

“We saw you battle against King Sombra, and heard about your heroics during our most desperate hour. On behalf of all ponies of the crystal empire we are forever in your debt.” The large drape was then dropped as he showed me and Spike together holding up the Crystal Heart. I whistled in amazement at the statue.

“Whoa, now that is impressive,” I said.

“No kidding! This is…I mean…just wow!” Spike smiled proudly, I looked down at him and patted his head.

“You were really brave, Spike. If it weren’t for you and Rainbow Dash, the Empire would’ve fallen.” I took off my helmet and smiled down at him. “You’re a hero, Spike. A good one, too.” I said. I saw Spike gasp at my words and saw him smile warmly up at me. Hugging my leg.

“Thanks, Jason.” Spike said.

“That’s so cool!” The CMC shouted with excitement as we walked over to the statue.

“It’s official, my dad is the coolest,” Scootaloo said as she gawked at the statue.

“WHAT?!” A loud voice could be heard from the distance, Rainbow then came speeding towards us. “Whoa, whoa, whoa! Sure, what they did was pretty cool, but I’m still the coolest.”

“Whatever makes you feel better, Skittles.” I chuckled

“Q-Quiet you!” Rainbow Dash blushed slightly, before she could say anything else I kissed her lovingly on her lips. Soon slowly pulled away as her wings sprung up and her face turned red.

“You’re still the most awesome pony I know,” I told her.

“S-Stop doing that!” Rainbow said through gritted teeth, her face turning even redder.

“Hmm… nope.” I kissed her cheek and laughed softly.

“Awwww!” Sweetie Belle and Applebloom cooed at the display of affection me and Rainbow showed.

“Bleh! Gross! Stop!” While Scootaloo looked away in disgust

“What? You find kissing gross?” Avril asked before she started attacking Scootaloo by giving her dozens of kisses all over her face.

“Noooo!” Scootaloo giggled as she tried to playfully fight back from the attack. I laughed softly at seeing this and couldn't help but smile.

“There is no escape, Scoots.” I laughed as I walked over and kissed Scootaloo’s cheek. “Come on, there is still a lot more to explore.”We started walking around and over to a park. We sat down on a bench and watched Applebloom, Scootaloo, and Sweetie Belle run off to play. I gently held Spike and put him over my shoulders.

“Now this is a great view!” Spike said as he rested his chin on my head. “I think you’re as tall as Celestia. Maybe even taller!”

“Now that is a sight to see.” I nodded.

“I think that would be the first time Princess Celestia will have to look up at somepony.” Spike said

“Heh, now I can tease her for being short,” I joked. Rarity playfully nudged my side and giggled.

“Behave yourself around her.” Rarity said as she kissed my hand.

“No promises,” I said back and kissed her cheek. I watched the kids play and soon let Spike join them. My heart couldn’t help but swell with joy as I saw them. The smiles on their faces, the sound of their laughter, seeing their eyes light up with joy, it filled me with such pride and happiness that I never knew I would witness. Soon the kids came running back.

“Can we get ice cream?” The CMC and Spike begged.

“Hmm…alright. But not too much, don’t wanna spoil your dinner,” Applejack said.

“Eat as much as you want,” I whispered to them, chuckling as Avril smacked my head with her tail.

“I heard that.” Avril said. The kids giggled and we started walking over to an ice cream parlor, heading inside the kids immediately started choosing their favorite flavor.

“Now now, one at a time.” Rarity told them.

“Vanilla with chocolate syrup!” Sweetie Belle said.

“Cookies and Cream with sprinkles!” Applebloom said.

“Rainbow Burst!” Scootaloo said.

“Chocolate and Vanilla swirl!” Spike said. The mare nodded and smiled as she happily made their ice cream and handed it to them. Me and my herd ordered some as well, I was about to pay until the mare stopped me.

“It’s on the house. A small token of our gratitude for the saviors of the Crystal Empire.”

“Then take it as a tip,” I insisted and handed her the bits. We walked out and enjoyed our frozen treats, I looked over and me and Avril locked eyes. I then saw a mischievous smirk form on her face as she began swirling her tongue around her ice cream, her eyes half shut as her long wet tongue circled her round ice cream scoops. Dragging her tongue from the bottom of her cone to lick up the melting ice cream as she slowly made her way to the top. Avril flicked her tongue at the tip and licked her chops, moaning slightly.

“Mmm, vanilla is my favorite~.” Avril winked at me. I turned a bit red as I was having some very naughty thoughts about her.

“Mine too!” Sweetie Belle smiled up at Avril innocently.

“Yes! Because vanilla ice cream is so good!” Rarity shot a small glare at Avril, warning her to not corrupt Sweetie’s innocent mind. Avril giggled and patted Sweetie Belle’s head.

“Vanilla for life.” Avril winked.

“So how did you beat Sombra?” Scootaloo asked me and Spike.

“Oooh, now that is a great fight, but a little scary. I’m not sure if you three are brave enough to hear it.” I said, a small grin on my face as I saw the CMC all disagree with me, claiming to be the bravest fillies in all of Equestria. “What do you think, Spike?”

“Hmm…I think they can handle it.” Spike grinned as we winked at each other. I started retelling the story of how I fought King Sombra, leaving out the more gory blood parts and the part about me almost dying, switching it with me blocking the attack with my swords.

“And then me and Rainbow Dash flew up into the sky to grab the Crystal Heart, but King Sombra was chasing after us. Then Jason jumped in and hit Sombra with his swords, giving me enough time to use the now powered Crystal Heart to vanquish Sombra once and for all!” Spike finished retelling the story.

“Whoa!” The CMC all exclaimed in amazement, their eyes shining with wonder as they cheered.

“Can we see your flaming swords?!” The CMC asked as they had the biggest smiles on their faces.

“Sorry, but I can only summon them in the face of true evil.” I told them. They seemed a little dejected but they understood.

“How did you get those magic swords?” Applejack asked.

“I earned them from an ancient clan of warriors. I was their chosen one, according to them,” I said with a smug look on my face.

“Really? The chosen one for what?” Scootaloo asked.

“The chosen one to help defeat an ancient evil of monsters that threatened all of humanity.” I explained. “I saved the world.”

“Can you train us?! Please! Please! Please! Please!” The CMC begged me.

“Well…” I glanced over at Applejack and Rarity.

“Can he train us please?!” Sweetie Belle and Applebloom begged their sisters. Rarity and Applejack looked a bit hesitant but shook their heads.

“When you’re older.” Rarity and Applejack told them.

“Awww…” The CMC all looked down sadly.

“Hey, don’t look so sad. When you get older, I’ll teach you how to knock someone out with a single punch.” I promised them. This brightened up their faces as they jumped with excitement. We continued walking around and soon met up with the others standing in a large and beautiful garden filled with crystal flowers.

“These are simply divine!” Rarity rushed over to the flowers and gushed over them.

“Can we pick some?” Sweetie Belle asked while she sniffed some of them.

“You may.” Princess Cadence smiled as she walked up to Sweetie Belle and used her magic to pick a handful of beautiful and shining crystal roses.

“Thank you, Princess!” Sweetie Belle smiled as she ran up to Rarity, putting a crystal flower in her sister’s hair. “It is a pleasure to meet you three again.” Cadence smiled at Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, and Scootaloo.

“Nice to meet you too, Princess.” Scootaloo waved.

“Cupid, I want you to meet my daughter, Scootaloo,” I said while I picked Scootaloo up in my arms, Scootaloo happily wrapped her arms around my neck.

“Scootaloo is your daughter? How wonderful!” Princess Cadence smiled as she walked over.

“My daddy is the coolest there is!” Scootaloo boasted.

“Yes, he is.” Cadence smiled at me.

“Can’t be helped. I’m just too awesome,” I joked.

“Half as awesome as me, which is still cool.” Rainbow Dash laughed as she flew by my side. I kissed her cheek and smiled, in the corner of my eye I saw Cadence look on with…a small hint of jealousy? I assumed it was my imagination and didn't think much of it.

“Would you care to join us for dinner?” Cadence asked while still looking at me.

“We would love to. Just let me talk with Celestia and Luna first,” I said while setting Scootaloo down.

“We can send a letter as soon as-” Cadence stopped talking as she saw me use my key to open a portal into the throne room of Canterlot. I stepped inside and saw Celestia and Luna sitting on their throne.

“Jason!” The two Princesses of Equestria both stood up and ran over, hugging me as they frantically looked over me, asking me questions if I’m alright, am I still in pain, and the such.

“I’m fine, really.” I reassured them.

“I’m sorry we didn’t stay long, my sunshine,” Celestia said sadly.

“We would have stayed with you for eons, if it were needed,” Luna said while holding my hand. While I was recovering Luna and Celesta spent most of the days by my side along with my herd. All of them wished me to recover soon.

“And I love you both so much for it. But I’m fine now, ain’t nothing gonna tear me away from you all,” I said as I kissed both of them lovingly.

“And we love you.” Celestia said. Suddenly she realized something. “Did…did you get bigger?” She asked, even noticing I was taller, about her reaching my chin in height.

“Oh my stars! Feel this!” Luna said as she grabbed my arm, groping my biceps. “It feels like I’m touching a golden statue!”

“Yeah…about that. During my fight with Sombra, I took this thing called Venom, a drug that is used to enhance one’s strength and muscle mass but at the cost of intelligence. I used a more refined formula for it so I didn’t lose my mind.” I explained to them.

“Enhance muscle mass, you say?” Celestia asked as her eyes trailed down to my crotch. Seeing her face turn red I smirked.

“Curious about something, Tia?” I teased, winking at her. “If you two want to find out, just ask~.” Celestia and Luna both turned scarlet red as their wings flared up. I laughed a bit and used my key to open a portal back to the Crystal Empire.

“How did you do this?” Luna asked about my key.

“From my friends, Axel and some others.”

“Axel? Yes, I remember. You must tell us how it works.” Celestia said as we walked through the portal.

“In time,” I said. Cadence had her jaw drop as she saw this happen.

“H-How…y-you... I-I don’t…” Cadence sputtered in shock.

“Greetings, deer niece, are you well?” Celestia greeted.

“Aunt Celestia? I’m doing f-fine, b-but when did…” Cadence looked at her aunts and at me, even more confused and shocked at what she was seeing.

“You shall catch flies, should you keep your mouth open like that,” Luna giggled. Twilight giggled and closed Cadence’s mouth’

“Me, my friends, the Princesses, well…we formed a herd with Jason.” Twilight explained. Cadence was silent as she blinked a few times as her mind tried to process all this.

“You…with…Jason?” Cadence asked Luna and Celestia while her face was bright red.

“Indeed, all eight of us love the same stallion,” Celestia said with a genuine and loving smile.

“But you’ve turned down thousands of proposals in the past!” Cadence said. “True, most of them were unsavory and there weren’t many humble stallions, but how is Jason different?”

“Because…” Luna looked at me and smiled warmly. “He knows us better than anypony. His words and actions showed us that he has great kindness and love for others. He does not let one’s past define them, and has shown us how to live.” Luna held my hand.

“He treated me like a normal mare, made me laugh, made me feel alive, Jason lets me be me. He doesn’t care about my status, power, and nor does he see me as a tool for lust and pleasure. He gives so much love, joy, and kindness…even when others wouldn’t.” Celestia held my other hand.

“And for that…”

“We know in our hearts…”

“We love him truly.” The two royal sisters then kissed my cheeks while I blushed heavily at their words.

“W-Wow…I-I…whoa…” I chuckled softly. I looked at Cadence and saw her stunned by hearing this and I smiled at her. Seeing her face light up a bit.

“I’m so happy for you, all of you!” Cadence said, with a hint of forced laughter.

“Niece, where is Captain Shining Armor?” Celestia asked, making Cadence flinch.

Cadence’s ears drooped and pinned to her head as she slowly reached into her dress pocket and pulled out two rings. It took a moment for them to put two and two together, making them gasp in shock.

“He…he left me, aunties,” Cadence said sadly.