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The Bug in The Mirror

by Skijarama
Minuette has an imaginary friend that lives in her mirror. Nopony ever talks about it, but she doesn't really hide it, either. The thing is, her imaginary friend is very real. And he's trapped.

Minuette has an imaginary friend. At least, that's what everypony else thinks.

When ten-year-old magic student Minuette comes into possession of an antique vanity mirror, she is surprised to discover there is a creature living inside: A bug pony with big fangs and glowing eyes. Most little foals would probably be scared of such a creature, but not Minuette. Armed with a cheerful smile, she decides to befriend the bug in her mirror and uncover the mystery behind his bewildering predicament.

It's just such a shame that nopony else can see him.

First Act Edited by Mister Hypothetical

Second act and on edited by Xanni & Brony2005

This story is part of 'The Bugs in Strange Places' series, whose other entries include The Bug in The Herd, The Bug in The Basement, and The Bug in The Cave. You do not need to read any of these previous stories to enjoy this one, as they are not directly connected.

Inspiration for this story comes directly from this fine individual right here.

Everyone
Incomplete
Slice of Life
My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic
Sad
 
TCCO

107795 words: Estimated about 9 hours to read
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33 Chapters:

  1. Unseen, Unheard 2020-05-16 06:57:30 UTC
    2088
  2. Double Digits 2020-05-24 18:12:16 UTC
    3505
  3. Celestia's School 2020-06-05 06:15:17 UTC
    3166
  4. Parental Guidance 2020-06-08 21:48:56 UTC
    3960
  5. Wait, am I Crazy? 2020-06-20 21:39:17 UTC
    2133
  6. The Bug in The Mirror 2020-06-21 14:03:04 UTC
    2571
  7. See? Flying Colors! 2020-07-01 19:25:53 UTC
    3245
  8. Fangs 2020-07-04 22:12:04 UTC
    2866
  9. Funny Faces 2020-07-13 03:55:18 UTC
    2532
  10. Not So Funny Faces 2020-07-29 06:41:37 UTC
    3367
  11. My World Is a Reflection 2020-08-09 04:09:13 UTC
    3202
  12. Group Project 2020-08-21 20:43:18 UTC
    2252
  13. Imaginary Friend 2020-09-09 21:26:34 UTC
    3866
  14. Aftermath 2020-10-13 19:26:30 UTC
    2229
  15. These Precious Moments 2020-11-11 06:09:38 UTC
    2769
  16. Big Red Letters 2020-11-11 06:09:43 UTC
    2682
  17. Destiny Tingles 2020-11-21 23:17:41 UTC
    5705
  18. Old Symbolism 2020-12-08 19:31:41 UTC
    3387
  19. Picking Projects 2020-12-19 06:15:27 UTC
    2825
  20. Your Foalsitter Is a PRINCESS?! 2021-01-02 17:49:32 UTC
    3307
  21. Just a Little Research 2021-02-17 05:31:29 UTC
    3971
  22. Study Proposal 2021-02-27 21:41:34 UTC
    2531
  23. Indestructible 2021-03-31 03:47:22 UTC
    3480
  24. Finally, Some Progress! 2021-05-18 07:58:38 UTC
    2536
  25. Where The Hard Work Starts 2021-06-05 20:31:50 UTC
    2895
  26. 'Subtle' Discouragement 2021-06-22 01:38:32 UTC
    3743
  27. My Head Hurts... 2021-07-08 07:49:38 UTC
    4222
  28. You're Worth It To Me 2021-07-18 08:50:18 UTC
    3089
  29. Fears and Stories 2021-08-17 04:55:22 UTC
    4725
  30. Celestia's Verdict 2021-10-01 23:45:43 UTC
    5291
  31. Minuette's Resolve 2021-11-21 21:07:41 UTC
    3071
  32. Back to Basics 2022-01-09 20:57:40 UTC
    2257
  33. Closing The Door 2022-02-10 07:52:06 UTC
    4327