A Tale of a Loving Sister

Chapters

Chapter 1: A Heartfelt Beginning
Chapter 2: Nightmare and Comfort
Chapter 3: A Pleasant Morning & The Truth Revealed
Chapter 4: Meeting the Mane 6 - Part 1
Chapter 5: Meeting the Mane 6 - Part 2
Chapter 6: Meeting the Mane 6 - Part 3
Chapter 7: Ice Cream Hangout and Slumber Party
Chapter 8: Cadence the Babysitter
Chapter 9: High School Trip
Chapter 10: A Day at Sweet Apple Acres
Chapter 11: A Rainy Day at Rarity’s
Chapter 12: Movie, Pet Service, and Hurricane Sweet Shoppe
Chapter 13: Dinner with Twilight’s Family
Chapter 14: A Weekend at the Boardwalk, Part 1
Chapter 15: A Weekend at the Boardwalk, Part 2
Chapter 16: A Weekend at the Boardwalk, Part 3
Chapter 17: Caring for a Sick Brother
Chapter 18: Playground and Dinner Showtime
Chapter 19: A Day with Fleur
Chapter 20: Sibling Time
Chapter 21: First Day at Canterlot High Daycare
Chapter 22: The Shadowbolts at Canterlot High
Chapter 23: A Dazzlingly Stormy Saturday
Chapter 24: The Water Park/Aunt Estella
Chapter 25: A Visit from the Superintendent
Chapter 26: Aunt Estella’s Henchmen/Spring Formal Set Up and Dance Rehearsals
Chapter 27: Assault in the Apartment/Chase Kidnapped!
Chapter 28: The Kids’s Escape Plan
Chapter 29: Fighting Estella/Reunited
Chapter 30: The Spring Formal & Trial
Epilogue (THERE WILL BE A SEQUEL!)

Chapter 1: A Heartfelt Beginning

It was a nice, calm and snowy evening for the first day of the last week of February. The weather wasn’t too cold, but it was a little cool. Snowflakes were falling gently. Sunset Shimmer, who had red and yellow flamed hair, turquoise eyes, light yellowish orange skin, a magenta t-shirt with a red and golden yellow split sun symbol in the center, a black leather jacket, a orange skirt with golden yellow and magenta streaks, and black boots with magenta fleur patterns, was on her way back to her apartment to turn in for the night. She was doing a crossword puzzle on a newspaper while she was walking, but managing to be careful with traffic and where she was going, so that nothing bad would happen.

‘sigh... What a relaxing evening,’ she thought to herself, and after she put away her crossword puzzle into her bag and took out her phone to text her friends about meeting them tomorrow afternoon.

“Hope they’re not too busy tomorrow. I could use some socializing,” she said, until her phone bleeped 6 times with 6 text messages. “Well, that was fast. ‘Okay, about to head home now. Talk to you all tomorrow. BFFs.’” Sunset then sent her text, when she heard a small faint noise from the distance.

“Hello?!” she asked. “Is someone there?!”

She then shrugged her shoulders and started to walk away, until the sound came back. Sunset started to listen clearly, and went to find out what the noise was. While she could see nothing, she ended up lost in the middle of the alleyway residential section in the city. Sunset started to hear the sound again, then all of a sudden, it started to sound like someone was crying. It was a little high-pitched, so she went to find out who it is and where he or she is, but she found out it was behind her. She turned around and put her hands on her lips gasping in shock and worry.

“Oh my goodness,” Sunset said. She walked over to the sad person, turning out to be a 4 year old boy wearing dark blue overalls over a blackish dark green and blue plaid shirt, white sneakers, a slate hoodie, and had brown hair and emerald green eyes. Sunset knelt down towards him and placed her hand on his shoulder. “Are you alright, sweetheart?”

The poor boy looked towards her and continued to cry. Sunset felt her heart melt over how the kid was feeling. “Come here, sweetie,” Sunset said smoothly, but the boy repelled in fear. “It’s okay. I’m not gonna hurt you.”

The boy heard and then got up, walked slowly and nervously towards her and hugged her with his arms around her shoulders. His tears were dripping on Sunset’s jacket due to him crying. She put one arm on his back and the other underneath his bottom. Sunset started to rub his back gently. “Shhhhhh... It’s okay. I’ve got you. Shhhhhh....” she said as she tried to calm his crying.

“What’s your name, honey?” she asked the boy. “I-I’m Chase. Chase Tucker,” he said nervously. “That’s such a nice name, Chase.“ replied Sunset. “My name is Sunset Shimmer, but you can call me Sunset.” Chase rubbed his eyes and sniffed. “It’s nice to meet you, Sunset,” Chase said. “Are you lost or did something happen?” Sunset asked. Chase then started to look down in sorrow, until he hugged her again. Sunset patted his back gently. “Shhhhhh... If you don’t want to tell me, that’s fine. I just want to help you.”

She then thought of something in her mind, ‘Where are his parents? Shouldn’t they be looking for him?’ Until he was resting his head on her chest for warmth, she grabbed his trunk. “Hey, Chase? You wanna go with me? It’s gonna snow all night,” Sunset asked. “You can sleep there, too if you want.” Chase nodded and firmly held on to the gentle teenage girl.

After they took a bus to the residential area that was where Sunset’s apartment was, she carried both Chase and his trunk towards the door. Then, she set his trunk down for a second and took out her keys from her pocket and found her apartment key to unlock the door.

“Chase, could you hold my keys?” Sunset asked the boy. Chase nodded and took the keys from her hand as she opened the door with one free hand and brought both Chase and his trunk inside her living room. She put the trunk next to her couch and took off Chase’s jacket and hung it up.

“Okay, buddy. I’m gonna go get some dinner ready for you. Feel free to use the couch if you want to take a nap.” Sunset requested. “Okay, Sunset. Thank you.” Chase replied. “It’s a pleasure, sweetie,” Sunset said.

When Chase took his shoes off and laid down on her sofa, Sunset walked towards him and put his jacket over him as a blanket, then she knelt down towards his level and stroked his hair. “I’ll let you know if your food is ready, okay?” Sunset said. Chase nodded. Then, Sunset gave him a tender kiss on the cheek, then went into the kitchen and filled up a pot full of water to boil. After that, Chase fell asleep to nap.

Few minutes later...

“Chase, your dinner’s ready!” Sunset called to Chase.

Chase gave out a big yawn and rubbed his eyes. Then, he got up and went to the kitchen and saw his plate full of fish fingers, macaroni and cheese, and mixed vegetables. He went to the sink to wash his hands and then came to the table to eat his dinner.

“Sunset, can I have some ketchup please?“ Chase asked. “Of course, honey. Just give me a second.” Sunset acknowledged, as she took the ketchup bottle from the fridge and put it on the table. Chase thanked her and squirted some ketchup onto his plate and screwed the lid back on. Then he ate his dinner, while Sunset made herself a chicken salad with Italian dressing.

After they finished their dinner, Sunset took his plate to the sink and then found out that Chase started to yawn. “Awww... Look at that.” Sunset cooed at him. “Looks like someone’s getting pretty sleepy, huh?” Chase nodded and started to rub his eyes. Sunset lifted him up and from his armpits and carried him upstairs with his trunk.

“Okay, Chase. This will be your bedroom for now. It’s just until I find your parents or whatever happens later on, okay?” Sunset said. “Go ahead and change into your pajamas. I’ll be back to tuck you in.” Chase nodded as she left the room to let him change into his stained pajama shirt and pants. ‘I wish my clothes were treated fairly,’ he thought to himself as he began to have tears fall out of his eyes.

After he finished changed into his pajamas and brushed his teeth, Sunset came back to check on him and found out he was already ready for sleep. “Okay, I guess you’re ready to be tucked in,” Sunset said. She walked over to him and gently pulled the covers over his shoulders and stroked his hair. “How about if I give you a bath tomorrow morning, and we can have breakfast together?” she asked. “I’d like that.” Chase said, then he thought for a quick moment. “Sunset?”

“Hmm?” Sunset responded.

“Thank you for saving me back there.” Chase said.

Sunset started to feel her heart melt in those kind words. “You’re welcome, Chase. You just needed some help,” Sunset said. “Besides, no one as cute as you should ever be out there in the middle of the night, even if it’s winter.”

Sunset smiled warmly at him, Chase smiled back and gave her a hug, then she hugged him back. They broke off the hug as Sunset gently laid Chase back down on the bed and cover him under the warm blanket and gave him a small kiss on his forehead.

“Come on, get some sleep.” She started to walk out the door, but stopped for a moment. “By the way, if you need me, I’m next door.” Chase nodded and finally got tired. “Goodnight, Sunset.” he replied. “Goodnight, sweetheart. I’ll see you in the morning.” Sunset said as she shut off the light and gently closed the door.

Chase began to realize how nice Sunset was to him. ‘She seems kind to me,’ he thought to himself. ‘I wish I has a sister like her.’ He then closed his eyes and fell asleep.

Author's Note

This story is about what the true meaning of being a sister or a brother means to you. I will update with the next chapter with what happens next soon.

Chapter 2: Nightmare and Comfort

Chase started to wake up and heard birds chirping and saw butterflies wandering around. He was in the middle of a field of beautiful flowers everywhere. He then saw something that looked really familiar. He ran towards the figure, but it suddenly disappeared in a puff of smoke. Then, Chase saw a big stone figure that looked like a bird and a cat. He walked towards the statue. “Wow...,” he said.

Chase slowly reached out his arm and touched it, until it started to crack open like an egg, until streaks of fire and lightning popped out, then the statue descended underneath the surface. The ground began to quake and the sky turned purple with stars. “Wh-what’s happening!?” he exclaimed in fear as he ran out of the field of flowers. “Sunset, help!” When he made it out of the field, the figure rose up and became a giant part cat and part bird monster covered in fire and lightning, and it started following Chase, who started to flee for his life.

The monster then stuck out its snake headed tongue and it started to chomp its jaws, but it missed Chase. Until he reached a dead end, Chase was trapped in the alley where Sunset found him, and the monster revealed his aunt’s face. “No! NO! NO! STAY AWAY FROM ME!” Chase exclaimed. The monster then looked at him for the last time, then while Chase was screaming, the beast ate him in a flash! Chase woke up screaming in fear, then he jumped out of his bed and ran to Sunset’s room.

Sunset was sleeping with a smile on her face while her belly and chest rise up and down due to her slow breathing. Until all of a sudden, she heard Chase sobbing outside her door. She saw that he was scared.

“Chase? Are you okay, baby?” she asked. Chase ran towards Sunset, hopped on her bed, and wrapped himself around her torso, and he started bawling like a little baby as he laid his head on her soft chest. Sunset felt him shaking like a Chihuahua and her shirt started getting wet from his tears. She wrapped her arms around him, and stroked his hair and gently rubbed and patted his back.

“Shhhhhh... shhhhhh... it’s okay, Chase. I’m here. I’m here,” Sunset calmly said as she tried to calm the poor boy. “Did you have a nightmare?” Chase nodded and then pressed his head closer to her chest. Sunset cradled one of her arms under his legs and placed Chase on her lap. “Tell me about your dream.”

Chase told Sunset how he ended in the big field of beautiful flowers and the big bird-cat monster chasing him, and how it ate him and showed his aunt’s face in his dream.

“Oh, Chase,” Sunset said soothingly, as she patted his shoulder and rubbed his back.

Chase sniffed. “I didn’t mean to wake you, Sunset. I’m sorry,” Chase apologized. “No, no, no. Chase, you don’t need to apologize,” Sunset said. “You didn’t do anything wrong. It’s okay, you were just dreaming. Everybody gets scared sometimes.” She then pressed his head on her chest.

Chase looked up at her with his eyes all red from his tears while she continued to stroke his hair and rub his back. “Sunset?” Chase asked. “C-Can I s-s-sleep with you p-please? I-I’m scared.” Sunset looked at his sad little eyes and kissed his forehead. “Of course,” Sunset said as she laid back down on her bed.

Chase then crawled underneath the covers and started whimpering like a puppy. Sunset smiled warmly and wrapped her arm around his shoulder and he curled up alongside her with his head near her chest and his arms on top of her belly. Sunset blushed and rubbed his shoulder and he finally went to sleep, then she gave him a small kiss on the cheek. She put her hand on his cheek and stroked his hair..

Sunset began to think before hitting the sack. ‘I wish I knew what happened with his family. They should be looking after him. Guess I’ll find out in the morning.’

Chapter 3: A Pleasant Morning & The Truth Revealed

The solar rays of the sun shone through the window as the sun rose to make another pleasant day. Sunset started to awaken from the sunlight and began to stretch her arms and felt something wrapped around her waist. She looked down and uncovered the blanket over Chase hugging her belly firmly. She smiled warmly and rubbed his shoulder.

“Chase. It’s time to wake up, buddy,” Sunset said smoothly. Chase made some kind of cute grunting noise and stretched his arms and yawned. Then he rubbed his eyes and leaned on Sunset’s belly. “Hi, sweetie. Did you sleep well?” Sunset asked. “Uh-huh. Thanks for letting me sleep with you,” Chase said. Sunset kissed his forehead. “You’re welcome, Chase,” Sunset replied. “Let’s go downstairs and get some breakfast. Would French toast be okay?” Chase nodded and then Sunset picked him up from under his armpits and carried him downstairs.

After arriving in the kitchen and placing Chase on his feet so that he can sit down on a chair, Sunset started to mix the eggs and milk together to make the French toast. Then, she started to heat up the griddle and made several pieces of French toast for herself and Chase. She also made some scrambled eggs and bacon, so that they could have some protein.

“Chase, you like your eggs scrambled, right?” she asked. “Yes, thank you,” Chase replied. Sunset was finished with cooking breakfast and brought the food to the table, along with some orange juice for Chase and some fresh brewed coffee for herself. They now sat together and enjoyed their breakfast together.

After breakfast was done and when Sunset finished cleaning up the dishes, she took Chase upstairs for a nice, warm bath. When they arrived in the bathroom, Sunset turned on both faucets for warm water and filled the water with bubbles. Then, she helped Chase take off his clothes, and she began to tickle his belly and armpits, and Chase started giggling.

“Oh, no! I can’t take it anymore! Somebody make him stop laughing!” Sunset said sarcastically, then she stopped tickling him and checked the water. It felt warm and was ready for Chase to play. “Okay, in you go,” Sunset said as she lifted him up and lowered him into the bathtub and turned off the faucet.

“How about you play with these toys right here and I’ll think about what we should do today?” Sunset asked. “Okay,” Chase said happily. Sunset tenderly kissed Chase on the forehead and he took the bath toys and pretended to be a giant sea monster attacking military boats.

Sunset walked out of the room and then started to find out what she and Chase should do today. Until she got an idea, she thought about something Chase might enjoy. ‘I just hope they like him. He was very shy and timid last night,’ Sunset thought to herself.

Four minutes later...

“SUNSET, I’M READY TO BE WASHED!” Chased yelled out. “Okay! I’ll be right there!” Sunset replied.

Sunset came back in her clothes from yesterday and kneeled down towards his level. “Ready?” Sunset asked the boy. Chase nodded, then she used some water and slowly and gently poured the water on top of his head to get his hair wet. Then she took some shampoo and squirt some on her hands and scrubbed his hair with her fingernails, then she wet his hair again to rinse the soap.

Then, she took a loofa and squirted some body wash onto it and started to rub the loofa all over Chase’s arms, legs, chest, belly, back, feet, and rubbed his neck. Then, Chase dunked into the water and rinsed the soap off him.

After Sunset unplugged the drain and gently lifted Chase out of the bathtub, she took a towel and gently helped him dry off and gave him his clothes that were from yesterday. Chase put his clothes on and went to the sink to brush his teeth. ‘She almost reminds me of my mommy and daddy when they gave me a bath, tucked me in bed and fed me food,’ he thought to himself. ‘I miss my mommy and daddy.’ He started having tears in his eyes.

After Sunset came downstairs to get ready for the day, she heard and saw Chase curled up into a ball crying on the couch. Sunset sat next to him and wrapped him in her arms and pressed his head on her chest. “What’s wrong, Chase?” Sunset asked. “I m-m-miss my m-mommy and d-daddy,” he replied. Sunset was worried. “Don’t worry. We’ll find them,” she said calmly. “No. That’s not what I meant.” Chase said clearly. “The truth is... my parents are dead.”

Sunset gasped. “Oh... how did this happen?”

Chase leaned closer and replied, “They were killed in a car crash. After their funeral, my Aunt Estella blamed me for it and has been beating me, threatening me, and forcing me to work all day... and... n-n-never l-l-lets me... have a-a-a-any f-fr-fri-friends t-to... PLAY WITH!” “Aww.... poor baby,” Sunset said, as she shushed him and gave him a warm hug. “While you were taking your bath, I was thinking about you coming with me to meet my friends. They’re really nice people, like me. I’m sure they’ll love to meet you.”

Chase nodded and smiled warmly at her. Sunset sent a text to her friends and asked if they could meet her later today. They all replied with yeses.

Sunset stood up and gently grabbed Chase’s hand as they walked outside with Chase putting his jacket on. Then, they left Sunset’s apartment and walked downtown together.

Author's Note

That was another one of the nicest things any adult has ever done for a child. I hope Sunset will let Chase stay with her because he’s scared of his aunt. Find out what happens in Chapter 4!

Chapter 4: Meeting the Mane 6 - Part 1

While Sunset and Chase were walking downtown holding hands, Sunset thought of an idea. “Hey, Chase...,” Sunset said. “One of my friends we’re about to meet is a very great fashionista and she does excellent work with clothes. I’m sure she can make you some new clothes and make some fixes on the other pairs you have. Wouldn’t that be nice?” “Okay!” Chase replied happily, as they continued walking downtown to the home of the first person for Chase to meet.

Soon, Sunset and Chase went to a place called “Carousel Boutique.” Once they entered the shop, Sunset found Chase hiding behind her leg with his arms wrapped around in a hug. “Don’t worry, Chase. I’m sure she’ll be fine having you here,” Sunset said as she patted his head. “Hello!? Hello!?” Sunset asked. “Be right there!” A voice responded in singsong. All of a sudden, a girl the same age as Sunset appeared, but she had pearl white skin and bluish purple curly hair with a blue three diamond hair clip, blue eyes, blue eyeshadow, and she wore gold bracelets, a light blue fleecy shirt, a purple skirt with three diamonds, and purple boots.

She was putting some dresses she finished up onto hangers and hanged them onto racks. “Rarity, is that you back there?” Sunset asked. Rarity saw Sunset at the front door and walked up to her. “Hello, Sunset darling! What a pleasure it is to see you!” Rarity cheerfully said. “Hey, Rarity. Good to see you, too,” said Sunset. Rarity looked down and saw Chase hugging Sunset’s leg and nervously blushing. “Aww... and who is this sweet little thing?” Rarity asked when she adorably beamed at the boy.. Sunset started to introduce Chase to her friend, “Rarity, I’d like you to meet my new friend, Chase Tucker. Chase, this is my friend, Rarity. She’s a generous fashionista, like I mentioned before.” Chase stepped forward. “H-Hi. It’s n-nice to m-m-meet you, Miss Rarity.”

He then started fidgeting his hands nervously, until Rarity knelt down towards his level and gently stroked his hands and put her hand on his cheek. “That’s thoughtful of you, darling. But you don’t need to call me Miss. Rarity is just fine, okay?” Rarity said as Chase nodded. She then kissed his cheek and gently lifted him up from under his armpits and held him from both arms. “So, what brings you here, Sunset?” Rarity asked Sunset.

Sunset suddenly realized what she needed, so she opened her bag and showed Chase’s clothes to Rarity, “I was wondering if you could make him some new clothes, because I need him to look representable when he meets the others.” Rarity was shocked at the condition on Chase’s clothes that he was wearing, and in the bag. “Oh my!” Rarity exclaimed. “I will certainly be honored to make him some new clothes, so I plan to upgrade his wardrobe. Chase, would you come over to my workspace so we can measure you?” Chase nodded to her, then held on to her and they went to Rarity’s workspace to work on his clothes.

After Rarity put Chase down and measured his size, length, width, weight, and height, she took notes on her notebook and did some sketches. “Chase, in case I forget, what is your favorite color?” Rarity asked. “Green and blue,” Chase said. “Hmm... I see...” Rarity said. “By the way, do you like to play in the ocean at the beach? Because I was thinking about making you some swimsuits.”

“Yes! Yes! Yes! I do! I do!” Chase said happily. “Alright, now that I’ve taken your measurements,” Rarity said. “I’ll do my best to make sure your clothes are brand new and perfectly fixed, which will not be easy, but I’m afraid it’s going to take a few hours, so you’ll have to check on me later.”

“Okay, sounds fair,” said Sunset, until they both heard a grumbling noise. “What was that?” Rarity asked. “Sorry,” Chase said anxiously. “Looks like someone’s hungry, huh?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded. “I’ll inform you on your outfits soon enough, Chase dear,” Rarity said. Chase nodded and took Sunset’s hand and they left the boutique. ‘My, that boy is such an adorable little darling. I should get to know him,’ Rarity thought to herself.

Chapter 5: Meeting the Mane 6 - Part 2

Sunset and Chase made their way to a local diner to eat some lunch downtown. After they went inside, they saw a lot of people eating their meals. A waitress appeared, lead them to their table and gave them their menu. Sunset looked at Chase and gave him a warm smile. “You okay, buddy?” Sunset asked. “Yeah, I’m fine,” Chase said. Sunset started to realize how he was feeling. “Thinking about your parents?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded and looked down with a sad face. “Hey, they aren’t gone forever,” Sunset said soothingly. “They’re still with you...” she points to his heart. “In there. You see, if you miss someone you love, they’ll stay with you in your heart forever. You understand?” Chase nodded with a warm smile and hugged Sunset.

After Sunset ordered a grilled cheese sandwich with an Italian chicken salad and Chase ordered a kid’s cheeseburger with fries, they saw another girl the same age as Sunset walk over to their table and sat down with them. She had pink skin, dark pink puffy hair, and she wore a cyan vest with a white shirt that had a pink heart in the middle underneath, cyan wristbands on each hand, a purple bow belt around her waist, a big pink skirt with three balloons, and cyan boots with pink bows.

“Hey, Sunset! Whatcha doing?” she asked. “Oh, hi, Pinkie Pie.” Sunset said. “I’m just having lunch with this guy...” she saw Chase leaning on her lap cowering nervously, and she gently patted his head. “Aww... it’s okay, sweetie. It’s just Pinkie Pie. Come on, sit up. She wants to say hello.” Chase sat up and looked at Pinkie Pie nervously. “Umm... h-hi, Miss Pinkie Pie,” Chase said nervously.

Pinkie Pie gasped heavily and looked closer at him without scaring him. “Aww... aren’t you such a teeny weeny little cutie pie?” Pinkie Pie cooed as he gently ruffled his hair as Chase smiled and blushed nervously. “You don’t have to call me miss, just either Pinkie or Pinkie Pie. I like those options better. We cool?” Chase nodded. “Thanks, you little honey bun.”

Sunset lifted up Chase and held him in her arms. “Alright, Pinkie. It was great seeing you,” Sunset said. “But right now, I’m gonna take him to meet Applejack, and probably Fluttershy later.“ “Oh, you silly billy!” Pinkie said. “I was on my way to meet Fluttershy, too! *gasps* That means we’re gonna see the cute little boy again!” Sunset giggled. “Well, there’s a shocker,” Sunset said. “Guess I’ll see you later. Come on, Chase.” Sunset walked out with Chase in her arms and they walked their way to Sweet Apple Acres.

Pinkie Pie blushed and thought about Chase. ‘Wow, what a cute little cupcake Chase is. Hey! Maybe I should make him some confetti cupcakes, but have rainbow sprinkles in the batter! But what type of batter and icing should I use?’

At Sweet Apple Acres, a girl who was also the same age as Sunset was working on picking apples off the trees and putting them in baskets. She had light orange skin, white freckles on her cheeks, and blond hair. She wore a white flannel shirt with green shoulder pieces and a collar, a blue jean fabric skirt with pockets and a red belt, a tan leather hat, and brown boots. She then saw Sunset walk by and went up to the fence to greet her.

“Howdy there, Sunset!” she said. “What’re ya doin’ all the way out here in the middle of winter?” “Hi, Applejack,” Sunset greeted towards the cowgirl. “I was on my way to see you and find out what you were doing today.” Applejack then saw the child in Sunset’s arms. “Well, what do we have here?” Applejack asked, as she put her hand on his shoulder. “And who might this cute little feller be?”

“Applejack, I want you to meet my new friend, Chase Tucker,” Sunset said as she rubbed Chase’s back. “Chase, this is another friend of mine, Applejack. She’s an apple farmer.” Chase stuck his head out and gently waved at Applejack. “Hi,” Chase replied.

“Awww, ya don’t have to be afraid,” Applejack said, as she tipped her hat adoring the cute little boy. “My name’s Applejack, and it’s a pleasure to meet ya, sugarcube.” Chase nodded and then was put down on the ground, then he went to Applejack and hugged her waist with his head pressed on her belly. Sunset and Applejack d’awwwwed at the reaction. “I think he likes you, Applejack,” Sunset said.

“Well, ain’t you a cutie?” Applejack said as she put her hands on Chase’s hair and shoulder. “So, what bring you here, Sunset?”

“I was actually wondering if you would like to visit Flutthershy’s later today with us,” Sunset said. “I was gonna introduce Chase to the others, but he already met Rarity and Pinkie Pie earlier today.”

Applejack nodded and Sunset smiled warmly at Chase yawning for a nap. “Hey, Chase,” Applejack said as she knelt towards his level and put her hands on his shoulder. “Do ya wanna hang out with us for a li’l while? I’ll walk with you two over to Fluttershy’s place later.” Chase nodded in response. Applejack lifted Chase from under his armpits and carried him inside.

After Chase was napping on Sunset’s lap, Applejack came back with a small piece of apple pie and an apple fritter for Chase to try when he wakes up from his nap. “How’s the little feller doin’?” Applejack quietly asked. Sunset stroked his hair and rubbed his shoulder. “He’s doing fine,” Sunset said. “He probably just got a little bored.” Chase started to make a squeaky grunting noise and rubbed his eyes. “Hey, sweetie,” Sunset said. “Did you have a good nap?” Chase nodded, “Mmhmm.” Sunset leaned forward and kissed the top of his head.

“Here, sugarcube. I brought ya some apple pie and an apple fritter,” Applejack said sweetly. “I just thought you could use some of my family’s traditional recipes.” Chase thanked Applejack and tried both of them one at a time. When he was done, he laid on Applejack’s lap and she rubbed his belly to soothe the pain. “Awww, the little feller’s got a tummy ache,” Applejack said.

Sunset checked her phone for the time and found out it was 4:15pm. “Do you think we should walk over to Fluttershy’s cottage right now?” Sunset asked. “I guess y’er right,” Applejack said. “Come on, Chase. We’re goin’ to Fluttershy’s home now.” Sunset lifted Chase up and put him down. He grabbed his jacket and took Sunset’s hand as they left the farm to Fluttershy’s house.

Author's Note

Applejack and Pinkie Pie were pretty kind to Chase. I think Chase is starting to like 4 of the Mane 7 so far. Only Fluttershy, Twilight, and Rainbow Dash left. Find out next in Chapter 6.

Chapter 6: Meeting the Mane 6 - Part 3

It was 4:20pm and it has been 5 minutes since Sunset, Chase, and Applejack were walking to Fluttershy’s house. Sunset turned around and saw Chase getting tired from the walking, so she knelt down and decided to let Chase a climb on her back. She held on to the bottom of his legs and Chase held on to her neck, and so, Sunset decided to give Chase a piggyback ride along the way. Applejack was touched by this happy moment.

Five minutes later...

It was now 4:25pm and they finally arrived at Fluttershy’s house that was also a huge animal shelter. Two sections were wide and the center was tall. The roof was orange, the walls were bluish white, and the window frames were gold. Every portion of the house had bluish white hearts with paw prints in the middle. The sign said “Animal Rescue Center.”

“Sunset?” Chase asked. “What is it, Chase?” Sunset asked. “Where are we?” Chase asked. “This is the Animal Rescue Center, and it’s also Fluttershy’s house. She’s very kind to all the animals, including birds,” Sunset said. “She also loves people who need kindness, because she has a gentle heart with lots of love and good will. She also likes to keep some things very quiet because some of her animal friends need sleep.”

“But relax, sugarcube,” Applejack said. “She’ll love you because she loves to heal nervousness from shy people.” Chase nodded and carefully climbed off Sunset’s back and stood next to her.

Applejack knocked on the door, then another girl the same age as both Sunset and Applejack answered the door. She had creamy yellow skin, pale pink hair, light purple eyeshadow, opal blue eyes, and had a butterfly clip in her hair. She also wore a white tank top with light green rings, a green skirt with three butterflies, and pink socks and green boots.

“Hello, Sunset. Hello, Applejack,” said the timid girl. “Come on in. Twilight, Pinkie Pie, Rarity and Rainbow Dash are here, too.”

“Thanks, Fluttershy,” Sunset said. “Okay, Chase. I‘ll tell you to come out until I say so, okay?” Chase nodded.

She, Chase and Applejack walked to Fluttershy’s living room where Pinkie Pie sitting crisscross applesauce, Rarity sitting cross legged, and two other girls, who were both the same age as Sunset, were sitting, but one of them was leaning on the couch and the other was sitting up straight and had a light purple puppy with light green ears and fur underneath and a spiked collar laying on her lap.

One of them had lavender skin, purple eyes, navy blue hair with purple and magenta stripes wrapped in a ponytail with a star shaped band, and was wearing glasses on her face. She also had a light blue polo shirt with a white collar, a pink vest, a small pink bow, a purple skirt with a pink star, light blue socks and blackish purple dress shoes with dark purple stars.

The other girl had cyan skin, rainbow hair, and magenta eyes. She also wore a blue vest, a white t-shirt that had a cloud with a rainbow lightning bolt and a black ring on the crest. She also had rainbow cotton athletic wristbands, a white and pink vertical striped skirt, black cropped leggings, rainbow colored socks and blue athletic boots.

“Hey, Sunset! Hey, Applejack!” The rainbow haired girl exclaimed. “How are you girls doing today?” the lavender girl asked as she petted her dog. “We’re doing fine. In fact, there’s a certain someone who wants to meet you all. Pinkie, Rarity, you probably remember.” Sunset said as she turned to Chase hiding behind her legs and put her hand on his face.

“It’s okay, you can come out.” Chase slowly walked out from hiding behind Sunset’s legs and stood in front of her and fidgeted his hands. “Everyone, I want you to meet Chase. Chase, I want you to say hello to Fluttershy, Twilight Sparkle, and Rainbow Dash. You remember Rarity and Pinkie Pie over there.”

Chase saw Rarity and ran up to her and hugged her leg. Rarity gasped at the reaction, then blushed and stroked his hair. “Good to see you again, Chase darling,” Rarity said and she lifted him up and placed him on her lap. Fluttershy gasped in adorableness and went towards the boy and kneeled down to his level. She then placed her hands on his cheeks and began to adore him with a squee. “Oh, he’s so cute!” Fluttershy cooed as Chase blushed. “Hello, Chase. I’m Fluttershy,” she kindly said. “H-Hi, Miss Fluttershy,” Chase said. “Awww, sweetheart. You’re very kind, but Fluttershy’s just fine,” she said and gave him a tender kiss on the forehead, causing Chase to blush a darker shade of reddish pink.

Twilight and Rainbow Dash walked over. “Hey, little guy. I’m Rainbow Dash,” she said, giving him a soft fist pound. “And I’m Twilight Sparkle. It’s nice to meet you, Chase,” she said. “It’s nice to meet you too,” Chase said nervously.

“It’s alright, darling,” Rarity said as she rubbed his shoulder. “They’re just saying hello. Oh, by the way, I finished your outfits and I managed to make you a new collection of both fall and winter, along with spring and summer.” Chase hugged Rarity’s belly and smothered his head on her chest. “Thank you, Rarity! I love it! I love it!” Chase said happily, and he giggled. Rarity smiled warmly and patted his head. “You’re very welcome, darling.”

“Remember me, Chase!?” Pinkie Pie exclaimed happily. “Pinkie Pie!” Chase exclaimed back. “You said it!” Pinkie Pie said. “I made you some confetti cupcakes! They’re vanilla cupcakes with rainbow sprinkles in the batter and topped with vanilla icing and rainbow sprinkles.” Chase took one and ate one. “It’s good. Thank you,” he said kindly. “You’re welcome, little cutie,” Pinkie said, and gave him a tender kiss on the forehead. Spike walked over and let Chase pet him. “Hey, Chase. I’m Spike,” the puppy said. Chase then made a squee and then gave him a warm hug. “It’s nice to meet you, too. I know a talking dog is weird, but I guess you can handle it.” Spike then hugged Chase back.

Sunset checked her phone and found out it was now 5:15.

“Well, what do you know?” Sunset asked herself. “It’s now quarter past 5pm.” She looked at Chase and walked to him. “Come on, Chase. It’s time to go home.” Chase carefully got off Rarity’s lap and walked over to Sunset and took her hand. Sunset grabbed the bag that had Chase’s new clothes and they both walked out the door. “Okay girls, I’ll see you tomorrow.” Sunset said. “Bye!” they all said.

After Sunset and Chase arrived back at the apartment, they got themselves situated. “Okay, buddy. What do you want for dinner?” Sunset asked. “Can you make me spaghetti-os ?” Chase asked. “Yeah,” Sunset said. “I even went to the store while you were napping yesterday and managed to find some food you might enjoy.” Chase smiled warmly and sat at the table waiting for his dinner. Sunset took out a can opener and opened up the can of spaghetti-o’s with meatballs. “I also got you the ones with meatballs. I thought you might like it.” Sunset said kindly. “Thank you.” Chase said.

Sunset nodded and finished cutting the can open. Then, she poured the spaghetti-o’s into the bowl, wet a paper towel and put it over the bowl, placed the bowl into the microwave and heated it for 1 minute, then took it out of the microwave and carefully gave it to Chase. “Here you go, Chase,” Sunset said. “Get it while it’s hot.” Chase began to eat his dinner carefully by blowing it gently to cool it down. Sunset made herself some macaroni salad and then sat with Chase.

After a few minutes of hanging out with Chase, and having some popcorn while watching a movie, Sunset saw Chase sleeping on her lap. “Chase? Are you sleepy?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded as he rubbed his eyes. Sunset took Chase’s hand, took him upstairs to get him ready for bed.

After they got upstairs, Sunset helped Chase change into a new pair of pajamas Rarity made for him. Chase went to the sink and brushed his teeth.

After that, he went to Sunset’s room and crawled into her bed. “Awww, Chase,” Sunset said sweetly. “You wanna sleep with me again? Are you scared of having those nightmares again?” Chase nodded. Sunset wrapped her arm around Chase and he started to curl up next to her chest. She gave him a tender kiss on his cheek and finally drifted off to sleep with Chase curled up with her.

Author's Note

Aww, Fluttershy has such a good heart.

Chapter 7: Ice Cream Hangout and Slumber Party

It was dawn and the solar rays from the light of the sunrise beamed through Sunset’s window, causing her to wake up and stretch her arms and neck. After she got out of bed, she looked at Chase curled up and sleeping like a baby. Then, she went to the bathroom and got dressed.

After Sunset got dressed for the day and finished putting her boots on her feet, she was thinking about what to do with Chase today or if she wanted to go hang out with her friends but leave him with a babysitter. She then texted her friends to meet both herself and Chase at The Sweet Shoppe for some ice cream this afternoon. Then, she went downstairs to make Chase some breakfast. ‘I kinda feel sorry for the poor thing,’ Sunset thought to herself. ‘I wish I knew why his aunt did it. I mean what kind of person would treat her own nephew that way?’ She then furrowed her brows in anger and felt sorrow in her heart. ‘If I ever meet his aunt, I’ll probably give her a piece of my mind.’

Chase woke up and then realized Sunset wasn’t in the bed with him. He got out from under the covers and walked downstairs and saw Sunset in the kitchen making breakfast. “Good morning, Chase,” Sunset said. “Have a seat. I made us some apple cinnamon oatmeal with a little brown sugar for breakfast.” “Thank you,” Chase said as he took his seat at the table. Sunset then served Chase and herself the oatmeal and they ate together.

After Chase went upstairs to get dressed and brush his teeth, he came downstairs wearing some of his new clothes Rarity made for him, which turned out to be a cyan t-shirt with dark blue and green stripes, a new pair of overall pants, but in olive green, and silver and blue light-up “Skechers Damager Spaceship” sneakers.

“You ready, Chase?” Sunset asked.

Chase nodded and then took Sunset’s hand as she grabbed both her keys and wallet and placed them into her purse. Then, they walked out of the apartment and walked to The Sweet Shoppe.

After walking for forty and a half minutes, they finally arrived at The Sweet Shoppe and entered the shop. Once they entered, Sunset saw two people she recognized, and they ran the store.

One was a man who had light goldish gray skin, emerald green eyes, orange freckles and hair, and he was wearing a reddish orange and white hat, a light blue long sleeve tuxedo shirt with a candy cane striped bow, tan khaki pants, and a white apron with a carrot cake imprinted in the middle, and black work shoes.

The other was a woman who had dark rose pink and pale light grayish crimson pink striped hair, pale grayish cyan skin, magenta eyes, and was wearing a yellow polo dress, a white apron with pink overalls and cupcakes imprinted on the side, pink pearl earrings, and white high heels.

“Hi, Mr. and Mrs. Cake,” said Sunset.

“Ah, Sunset Shimmer!” said Mr. Cake. “This is such a wonderful surprise!” said Mrs. Cake, then they saw Chase right next to Sunset. “Aww, and who might this young man be?” Sunset put a hand on his shoulder. “Mr. and Mrs. Cake, I’d like you to meet Chase. I’m watching over him.” Sunset said. “It’s very nice to meet you, young man,” Mrs. Cake said. “So anyway, what can we get you two?” Mr. Cake asked.

Sunset looked at the menu and saw the milkshakes. “I’ll have a... regular sized coffee flavored milkshake, topped with whipped cream, chocolate syrup and a cherry on top please.” Sunset said. Mr. and Mrs. Cake both nodded, then she turned to Chase. “Do you want anything, sweetie?” she asked.

Chase looked at the soft served options on the menu. “I’ll have a kid’s small soft served vanilla with rainbow sprinkles in a cup please.” Chase said. “Good choice, buddy,” Sunset said, as the Cakes took their orders, then Sunset saw her friends, except Pinkie Pie, sitting at a table drinking milkshakes and smoothies. “Hey, Chase,” Sunset said. “How about you go over there and sit with the girls while they give me your ice cream and my shake?” “Okay, Sunset,” Chase said, as he left Sunset to pay for their orders.

He then walked over to the table where the girls were. “Well, look who decided to join the party!” Rainbow Dash said. “Hey there, sugarcube. Nice to see you again,” Applejack said.

“Chase, I don’t mean to brag, but you really look so adorable, darling!” Rarity said with a beaming smile on her face.

Chase began to have a rosy blush on his cheeks. “Thank you, Rarity.” Fluttershy looked around for Sunset. “Sweetheart, where’s Sunset?” she asked. Chase pointed at the counter where Sunset was waiting for her orders. “Is she getting yours?” Twilight asked. Chase nodded. They all made an adorable reaction. “Why don’t you come over here, darling?” Rarity asked sweetly, patting her lap. “You can sit on my lap.”

Chase nodded and scooted through the girls and then Rarity carefully placed him on her lap, then she blushed. “Comfortable, dear?” Rarity asked. “Yes, Rarity,” Chase said. “By the way, how old are you?” Fluttershy asked. “I’m 4,” Chase said. “Wow, that is a pretty common age for a kid like you,” Twilight said. “You said it,” Spike said.

Sunset came to the table with her coffee milkshake and gave Chase his soft served vanilla ice cream with rainbow sprinkles. “Thank you,” Chase said. “You’re welcome, sweetie,” Sunset said, as she took her seat next to Twilight and drank her milkshake. “So, any plans for later today?” Sunset asked sipping her milkshake.

Pinkie Pie thought of an idea. “What if we had a slumber party at my place tonight?” Rarity gasped in amazement, “Magnificent idea, darling, but what about the little one?” Pinkie Pie scoffed, “You silly goose! We’re going to invite him.”

“I knew that. I even made some cute pajamas for him.” Rarity said.

Pinkie Pie saw Chase sitting on Rarity’s lap. “Hey, Chase.” “Hi, Pinkie Pie,” Chase replied, as he was done with his ice cream.

“How was your ice cream, Chase?” Fluttershy asked. “It was good,” Chase said. “Well, I’m glad,” Pinkie Pie said “because I thought if we could all take turns to hang out with him after school each day, but without arguing because... well, you know.”

The girls nodded at Pinkie’s idea. “I guess that doesn’t sound bad at all,” Sunset said. “But we have to make sure if we behave because he’s only 4 and very emotionally fragile. I just don’t want anything bad to happen to him.” They nodded again. “Now, we’re gonna need dinner plans and a movie plan.”

The sun was setting and night time was almost around the corner. There was still enough time to enjoy the last few hours of the sun setting in the beautiful view from the red evening sky.

Inside their apartment, Sunset was finally done packing her bag for the slumber party at Pinkie Pie’s house, but she was waiting for Chase to be done packing his go-bag of fun stuff and his small suitcase because they were gonna be there for the night. Chase was finally coming down with his suitcase and go-bag. “You ready to go, Chase?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded in a reply and then took Sunset’s hand. After she locked the door, they went to Pinkie’s house to enjoy the party.

After they arrived at their friend’s house, Sunset knocked at the door and Pinkie appeared to answer it. She was wearing both a sky blue nightgown and shorts with yellow and blue balloons on the skirt and pink straps and rings on the skirt and shorts. She also wore sky blue fuzzy slippers with pink bows on her feet.

“Hey, you guys.” she said. “Come on in. We’re upstairs in my room hanging out.” Sunset and Chase followed her and they saw the girls in their pajamas. Rarity walked towards them, wearing a purple nightgown with a cyan bow, a white floral collar and skirt ring, and three diamonds on the skirt. She also wore purple fuzzy slippers on her feet.

“Chase, darling. So glad you and Sunset could join us tonight.” She said happily. “If you’re wondering why we asked you to come here like this, it’s because I’ve left your new pair of pajamas upstairs in the bathroom, but I suggest you should take a bath first.” Chase nodded and hugged Rarity.

After Chase went to take a bath with Sunset’s help, Sunset came back from helping Chase with his bath to the bedroom in her pajamas, which consisted to be a magenta long sleeve shirt with a sun symbol in both red and yellow in the center, matching sweatpants in the color as her shirt but with horizontal stripes colored light orange and light yellow, and magenta slippers on her feet.

“So, did Chase notice?” Sunset asked Rarity. “Yes, he did.” Rarity said. “Now, come sit and join us.” Sunset walked over to the other girls and sat down with them. “Hey, girls.” Sunset greeted as she sat down with Rarity. “Hi, Sunset,” they greeted back, until Rarity took out some pink nail polish and started to paint Sunset’s fingernails pink.

“So, are you ready for Chase’s first sleepover, Sunset?” Twilight asked. Sunset nodded, while Rarity painted her nails. “You bet I am. I just didn’t want to leave him all alone without a babysitter.” While the girls made a “d'awwww” reaction, Rarity had a big smile on her face and was giggling. “Ladies, I did something to Chase’s outfit for tonight that you’ll absolutely love!”

“Rarity, what did ya do?” Applejack asked. “Don’t worry, darling. You’ll find out,” Rarity replied and looked at the doorway with a cute giggle.

Chase was walking out of the bathroom after a nice warm bath and stopped in the doorway of the room, and he was wearing a green camouflage zip up footsie with dinosaurs imprinted all over and a T-Rex hoodie. The girls began to hear the door open and they turned to see Chase dressed in his cute pajamas and holding both his blanket and teddy bear. They all gasped in great delight and made a “d'awwww” reaction. Sunset then realized how cute he looked.

Rarity went up to him and placed her hands on his face. “Oh, Chase, darling, you look so adorable.” she exclaimed with a smile as she beamed at the boy.

“Okay, girls. Give him some space.” Sunset said. Chase walked over with Rarity and sat between her legs, which were holding him in place, and she placed her hands on his shoulders. “Are your pajamas soft and warm, darling?” she asked. Chase nodded. “Yes, I like them, Rarity. Thank you.” He then turned around and wrapped his arms around her waist and gently pressed his head on her chest. “Awww, you’re very welcome, sweetie.” she said, then gave him a kiss on the top of his head, then she stroked his hair with her pedicured nails. “Hey, Chase,” Spike said. “Hi, Spike,” Chase replied as he petted the dog.

A few moments later, they ordered three boxes of pizza. One was plain cheese, the other was a mixture of both pepperoni and sausage, and the other was veggies. Chase ate two slices of plain cheese and had some Coke to drink with.

Rarity ate one slice of veggie pizza, Pinkie Pie has three slices of pepperoni and sausage, Rainbow Dash had two slices, but one pepperoni and sausage and one plain cheese, Twilight had one slice of veggie, Sunset had two slices of plain cheese, Applejack had two slices of veggie, and Fluttershy had two slices of plain cheese. They also had three varieties of soda to drink, but Rainbow Dash and Applejack both had Diet Coke; Rarity, Twilight, and Fluttershy had Sprite; Pinkie Pie and Sunset had Dr Pepper.

After they ate their pizza, Chase went to the living room and laid down on the couch. He then took out at an object from his pocket that turned out to be a locked made of both gold and silver. He opened it, revealing a picture of him on the day when he was born and being held by his parents. Until he closed it, he started to cry quietly.

“Hey, Sunset,” Applejack asked. “I was wondering. Why does Chase live with you rather than his parents? And how did you find him?” Sunset took a deep breath, and told the girls about Chase’s past life with his parents before they died, and how he was abused by his aunt, including how she blamed her own nephew for the loss of his mother, that she insulted him, yelled at him, forced him to work like a slave, and physically beat him.

The girls were disgusted by Chase’s aunt’s behavior. Rainbow Dash and Applejack were both furious on the inside, but calm on the outside. Pinkie’s hair deflated as flat as a pancake and began to cry, but Twilight hugged her and patted her shoulder. Rarity put her fingers on her lips, and Fluttershy placed her hands over her heart with tears in her eyes.

Chase overheard everything and began to cry out loud, causing the girls to walk to the living room and comfort him. Fluttershy saw the locket in his hand and took a peek at the picture of his parents and him when he was just a baby. Rainbow Dash sat down with her legs crisscrossed and laid him between her legs while he buried his head on her belly and hugged her waist. Applejack felt sorry for him and Fluttershy stroked his head gently.

“Oh, you poor, poor sweet little thing...” Fluttershy said sobbing as she went closer to him for a hug. Rarity, with mascara leaking from her eyes, walked towards the crying child and comforted Fluttershy. Pinkie Pie wrapped his blanket over him and gave him his teddy bear, and hugged Fluttershy and Rarity. Twilight kneeled down and kissed him on the cheek. “There, there. Do you feel better, bug?” she asked.

Chase nodded, as he cried softly. Sunset looked at him, then Twilight carefully scooped him up and cradled him onto her lap to soothe his cortisol levels. “Okay, let’s give him some air,” Sunset said as the girls backed up and gave Chase some space. “Let’s watch a movie together,” Rainbow Dash said until she put on a Star Wars movie.

After they watched a movie together, Chase started to calm down while laying on Twilight’s lap. Twilight gently stroked the veins in his hands and rubbed his belly, while Chase had his arms wrapped around her leg calmly shaking like a leaf. “Aww, poor little thing,” Rarity said. “Yeah, he’s such a good kid,” Twilight said. “I just don’t get it,” Rainbow Dash said. “How could someone in his family be so cruel to him?” “I don’t know, but I’m pretty sure she’ll get what she deserves soon enough,” Applejack said. “Can we stay up for a few minutes?” Pinkie Pie asked. The girls made agreeable comments and then they socialized while Twilight comforted Chase.

As time passed by, it was now 11:00 pm, causing Applejack to get sleepy, “*yawns* Well, let’s hit the sack.” Sunset started to wake up Chase one more time for today. “Chase, you need to brush your teeth, sweetheart,” she said. “Don’t worry, Sunset. I’ll take him upstairs,” Twilight said as she lifted him up from under his armpits and held him in her arms, and carried him upstairs to the bathroom to brush his teeth.

After they all got upstairs, Twilight went to her sleeping bag and so did the other girls, but Chase was all alone, until Sunset told Chase to come sleep with her. Chase walked forward and was tucked into his blanket. Then, he scooted over to Sunset and nuzzled by her side.

Fluttershy woke up and looked at Chase’s eyes leaking tears. “Chase? You okay, sweetheart?” she asked. “No, I miss my mommy and daddy. *sniff* I’m also scared,” Chase said. “Are you scared of having that nightmare about that cat-bird thing again?” Sunset asked, as Chase nodded. “How about if I sing you a lullaby?” Fluttershy asked. “O-Okay,” Chase replied softly. Sunset held Chase on her lap and hugged him, then Fluttershy began to sing.

Hush now, quiet now, it’s time to lay your sleepy head,

Hush now, quiet now, it’s time to go to bed,

Drifting off to sleep, exciting day behind you,

Drifting off to sleep, let the joy of dream land find you,

Hush now, quiet now, it’s time to lay your sleepy head,

Hush now, quiet now, it’s time to go to bed,

Hush now, quiet now, close your sleepy eyes,

Hush now, quiet now, my how time sure flies,

Drifting off to sleep, exciting day behind you,

Drifting off to sleep, let the joy of dreamland find you,

Hush now, quiet now, it’s time to lay your sleepy head,

Hush now, quiet now, it's time to go to bed.

After the song ended, Chase finally fell asleep on Sunset’s lap, then she tucked him back in her sleeping bag and got back in the bag. “Alright, let’s get some sleep,” Sunset said, as the girls went to their sleeping bags and air mattresses, then they went to sleep. Sunset took one more look at Chase and kissed his forehead, then shut her eyes.

The morning light shone through the window, and it looked like the girls were about to get up, without scaring the sleeping boy. “Chase, it’s time to get up, buddy,” Sunset said softly. Chase start to yawn and rubbed his eyes. “Good morning, Sunset,” Chase said between sleepy grunting noises. “Good morning, sweetie,” Sunset said. “How’d you sleep?” Chase rubbed his eyes again. “I slept good” Sunset was surprised Chase was so tired from all that food from last night. “Hey, let’s get you downstairs for some breakfast,” she said, before she lifted him up and carried him downstairs to the kitchen.

Once they arrived, Sunset saw Applejack whipping up some pancakes for breakfast, along with some eggs, bacon, sausage and hash browns. Applejack saw Sunset put Chase down and get some coffee. “Good morning, Sunset! Good morning, Chase!” they all said. “Good morning, girls,” Sunset said. “Chase, go sit down.”

“Okay,” Chase said, as he went to the table and sat next to Rainbow Dash and Twilight. “Did you sleep well, sweetie?” Twilight asked. “Mmhmm,” Chase replied with a yawn. “Awww, look at that. The poor little dude’s still tuckered out,” Rainbow Dash said. “Did you enjoy the slumber party, darling?” Rarity asked. Chase nodded as Pinkie Pie poured him a glass of chocolate milk.

Then, Applejack came by and placed the dishes with the food around the table, then she sat down and they all enjoyed breakfast together, except Chase because he never got anything. Luckily, Fluttershy was kind enough to grab an empty plate and fill it with three pancakes, some scrambled eggs, a small variety of both bacon and sausage, and some fresh fruit for him.

“Here you go, sweetheart,” she said after giving the hungry boy his breakfast. “Thank you, Fluttershy,” Chase said kindly, and then Twilight helped him put the butter on the pancakes, cut them, and pour the maple syrup on them. After that, he hugged her and then ate his breakfast.

After breakfast was done and they got dressed, they packed up their bags and went home. Applejack went back to Sweet Apple Acres to help out with apple picking, Rarity went back to her boutique to take care of both her designs and her sister, Twilight took Spike back home with her, Fluttershy went back to the shelter to take care of the animals, Rainbow Dash went home to work out, and Pinkie Pie finished cleaning up and then went all the way to work at her job at The Sweet Shoppe. Meanwhile, Sunset and Chase went back to the apartment.

‘That was the best slumber party ever,’ Chase thought to himself.

Author's Note

They were so kind to let the poor boy attend the slumber party because they realized he gets scared when he’s alone. I hope his aunt gets served a dish full of justice.

Find out what happens next!

Chapter 8: Cadence the Babysitter

It was morning once again. After the warm light of the sun touched Sunset’s face, she woke up and realized she and her friends have to go to school. She went downstairs and made herself a bowl of Honey Nut Cheerios. Then, she got dressed and wrote Chase a note telling him that someone will come babysit him until she gets back from school.

A few minutes later, she met with her friends and then walked into a big building that they go to. It was no other than Canterlot High. Sunset was still worried about Chase being all alone. “Is something wrong, darling?” Rarity asked. “I’m worried about Chase being all alone,” Sunset said. “I wish I brought him with us, but this is a high school, not a daycare center.” “Don’t worry about it, Sunset,” Applejack said. “I’m sure he’ll be fine.”

“Good morning, girls,” said a voice. They turned around and saw a woman with pearl pinkish white skin, magenta eyes and her hair was light blue, light green, and pink, but in a rainbow. She also wore a golden yellow jacket with a sun symbol pinned on the collar, with a dark magenta and white striped polo, dark magenta khakis, and golden yellow flats. It was their high school principal, Principal Celestia.

Next to her was another, but she had light navy blue skin, teal eyes, and her hair was both light blue and navy blue. She wore a purple short sleeve polo with white collar and sleeve rings, navy blue khakis, and white flats with magenta socks. It was Vice-Principal Luna. “Who were you talking about?” Vice-Principal Luna asked. Sunset sighed and asked if she could talk to them both about it in Principal Celestia’s office, and they nodded.

‘Meanwhile, in the principal’s office...’

“Now, who did you mention this morning when you arrived?” Principal Celestia asked. Sunset sighed and told her about Chase, where she found him, and his past life, including the behavior with his aunt. Principal Celestia and Vice-Principal Luna were shocked about this.

“I’m sorry to hear about this,” Principal Celestia said. “That child wouldn’t have found anyone else who was willing to help him, someone like you, Sunset Shimmer.” “Right now, he’s asleep at my apartment, and I need someone to babysit him until I return from school,” Sunset said. “Hmm, I think I know who,” Twilight said. “I’m sure he won’t be any trouble with HER.” Sunset smiled warmly and Principal Celestia nodded. “How about you bring him here tomorrow? I don’t mind having a 4-year-old child in Canterlot High, plus we would love to meet him.”

“Thank you both. This is really nice of you, but he’s very shy around new people, so you might have to be careful,” Sunset said, as the principal dismissed them to class. “Whoever it is you’re mentioning, Twilight, are you sure she will be happy to help him?” Sunset asked. “Trust me. This girl’s an expert,” Twilight said, then dialed her phone.

Chase was starting to wake up from his bed and then went downstairs. After he arrived in the kitchen, he didn’t see his breakfast on the table, except for a note. He picked it up and read it.

‘Dear Chase,

I’m sorry you’re all alone right now, but I had to go to school today. Someone will come over to babysit you. I left another note about your behavior and what you like to do. There’s also some soup in the pantry. Ask the babysitter to make it for you if you get hungry. I’ll see you later after school.

Love, Sunset.’

After he read the note, he then took his teddy bear and went to the couch to cry because he was all alone.

A car drove over to Sunset’s apartment and then someone walked out of the car and walked to the door. This person was a 26-year-old girl with pink skin, teal eyeshadow, pale lavender eyes, and her hair was a mix of purple, dark pink, and pale gold, with a blue bow on it. Her attire was a dark pink business jacket, a white shirt with both a sky blue horizontal shape in the center and sleeve rings and an image of a teal colored crystal heart with golden lacing on it, navy blue flats with sapphire blue bows, a blue skirt, and black cropped pants. She also had a wedding ring on her finger. It was Twilight’s old babysitter, Cadence.

After she opened the door, she saw Chase crying. “Why are you crying, little one?” she asked. Chase turned around and saw her. She smiled warmly at him and sat down with him, and hugged him. “Did Sunset leave you all alone?” Cadence asked. Chase realized he heard her say Sunset’s name.

“By the way, I’m Cadence. Sunset’s friend, Twilight, asked me if I can come over and babysit you,” she said. “Are you Chase Tucker?” he nodded. “I also brought you some breakfast. I didn’t know if you were hungry or something.” She gave Chase a strawberry frosted donut with rainbow sprinkles, then took Chase upstairs to give him a bath.

Sunset was sitting with her friends in the library. They were talking about who Twilight left Chase with and why Sunset didn’t bring him with her.

“So, let me get this straight,” Applejack said. “Twilight left Chase with her old babysitter, Cadence, the sweet-hearted gal who’s dating her brother?” “My, that’s an adorable idea, darling!” Rarity said. “I’m sure she’ll be fine,” Twilight said. “You got that right,” Rainbow Dash said. “Besides, Chase can handle anyone like her. Cadence is almost as kind as Fluttershy. No offense.” Fluttershy blushed and nodded, until the bell rang. “Alright, let’s go to class,” Sunset said.

Cadence was playing hide and seek with Chase. “Where’s Chase? Where did he go?” she asked playfully. “*gasp* Did he disappear? Maybe he could’ve turned invisible? I just don’t know. Guess I’ll just keep looking.” Chase giggled. Cadence then looked down and saw his hand reaching for her foot. She giggled and then found Chase and made a silly “roar” at him, causing him to run for another hiding place.

Chase went to hide but he got scared of the dark, and his heart started to pound. Cadence crept up to him and gently poked his shoulder, then he screamed and ran from the dark room, until Cadence caught him in her arms. Chase started crying. “Hey, what’s the matter?” Cadence asked. “Aww, were you scared of the dark? Aww, poor baby.” Cadence lifted him up and took him to the couch. She then sat down and put Chase on her lap. Then, she wrapped her arms around him for a warm hug, and stroked his hair with her glossy fingernails and rubbed his back with her other hand. “Shhhhhh shhhhhh shhhhhh.... It’s okay, sweetheart. It’s okay.“

After Chase and Cadence had lunch, they did some fun activities before Sunset and her friends were done with school. Cadence saw Chase play with his toys, draw some pictures, and building with LEGOS.

After they did all of that, they did some learning by coloring some colorable worksheets, did some writing, spelling, and reading, counted some numbers, and learned the alphabet.

Finally, they took a nap together, but Cadence was on one side of the couch and she laid her bare legs and feet on the couch. Chase was laying on her lap, but his head was resting on her belly. Cadence had one arm around his head and her other hand stroking his back and rubbing his shoulder.

Few moments later, Sunset walked over to her apartment. When she entered, she saw Chase napping with Cadence. She made a “d’awww” reaction. Chase woke up and hugged Sunset, who walked over to him on Cadence’s lap. “How was he today?” Sunset asked. “He was very sweet today,” Cadence said, then she told Sunset that she helped him with the learning, how she calmed him down after going to the dark room while playing hide and seek, and then she explained that he was very kind to her.

Sunset was pleased. “Thank you, Cadence,” Sunset said. “Can I your number before you go?” Cadence nodded and gave Sunset her phone number, then she gave Chase a hug goodbye, and went home.

“Did you like Cadence, Chase?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded. “Was she pretty?” Chase nodded again, but blushed softly this time. Sunset then went to the kitchen to do her homework. Chase went to the living room to play with his toys.

Author's Note

I have to say this, but Cadence is the best babysitter ever!

Find out what happens next! Stay tuned!

Chapter 9: High School Trip

Chase started to wake up from the light of the sun beaming through the window. He got up got dressed and went downstairs for breakfast. Sunset was there and made him a bowl of Trix cereal.

After he finished his cereal and brushed his teeth, he came back to Sunset and gave a hug before she left for school. “Chase, I know how you feel,” Sunset said after kneeling down towards his level. “But good news: I’m taking you with me this time. Principal Celestia wants to meet you.” Chase gasped in delight and went to pack some of his toys, his coloring books and crayons, and finally packed some snacks and a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for lunch. After he was done, Sunset took him to her school.

After Sunset and Chase arrived, Sunset lifted him up in her arms and then held on to him. Then, she carried him inside. The other students were looking at the child in Sunset’s arms and were making comments. Then all of a sudden, she put Chase down and knocked on the door that belonged to Principal Celestia’s office. “Come in,” she said. Sunset entered the office and then took a seat. Chase was hiding behind her chair shaking like a leaf. “I see you brought the little one to our school?” Principal Celestia asked, as Sunset nodded.

Principal Celestia smiled kindly at Chase, then nodded to Vice-Principal Luna, who walked behind the chair Sunset was sitting on, knelt down towards Chase’s level, and placed her hand on his shoulder. “It’s alright,” she said softly. “No one’s going to hurt you. You can come out.”

Chase slowly walked out and sat on Sunset’s lap. “Is this Chase? Look how big you are!” Principal Celestia said. Chase started fidgeting his hands, until Vice-Principal Luna stood next to Sunset’s chair and gently stroked Chase’s hair. “It’s alright, sweetheart. We just want to meet you,” she said. “How about a tour with Sunset today?,” Principal Celestia asked. “If you didn’t know, your babysitter, Cadence, she’s also the Dean at Crystal Prep Academy. You probably recognize her.” Chase nodded, then the bell rang. “It was nice seeing you, Principal Celestia. Come on, Chase.” Sunset said, as Chase took her hand and walked to class with her.

Sunset walked over to her classroom with Chase holding her hand, then took her seat. Chase didn’t know where to sit, but the teacher walked in and Chase went to hide. She was another adult, but has pale magenta skin, dark magenta hair, and emerald green eyes. She wore a white tuxedo shirt, a brown vest with a yellow v-shape on the crest and ring on the bottom, a green skirt with lime green and yellow flowers, lime green socks, and brown boots with lime green shoelaces, socks, and green soles. It was their teacher, Miss Cheerilee.

After she finished instructing the students about their lesson on algebra, the students began their worksheets. Chase saw Miss Cheerilee reading her book and then silently walked out of the closet and then tiptoed towards Rainbow Dash’s desk, then gently poked her thigh.

She looked at Chase and gently stroked his hair. Then, she let him sit on her lap. Chase took out his mathematical coloring book and began to do some math and colored the shapes by color. Sunset turned around and smiled at Chased sitting on Rainbow Dash’s lap.

A few minutes later, most of the students were finished with their worksheets and then did some quiet reading. Then Chase work on his spelling and writing with Fluttershy’s help. But all of a sudden, Miss Cheerilee walked over. “Who is this young man?” she asked. Chase gasped and then wrapped himself around Fluttershy’s waist, shaking and whimpering.

Fluttershy smiled warmly and hugged him back. “Sorry, Miss Cheerilee,” she said. “This is Chase. Sunset’s looking after him and took him under her wing.” Miss Cheerilee was surprised. “Well, Chase. It’s a pleasure to welcome you to Canterlot High.” Chase looked at her and waved at her with a soft smile. Then, the bell rang and the students were dismissed.

Chase walked with Sunset and the girls down in the hallway while they were on their way to the library, but then a girl appeared. She had sky blue skin, cloudy bluish white hair with a gold outlined purple star on it, and purple eyes. She wore a cerulean hoodie with light blue glitter on the sleeves and golden yellow rings on the bottom and sleeves, a purple skirt with cyan glitter on the bottom and a symbol that showed a wand doing magic, and purple and cerulean boots.

“Greetings, Sunset Shimmer. It is I, the Great and Powerful Trixie!” she exclaimed. Sunset slapped her palm in her face and then rubbed her fingers on her monobrow bone to stroke the nerves. “Ugh... hello, Trixie,” Sunset said sarcastically. “Like the hundred times you said that to us every single time you appear,” Rainbow Dash said.

Then, Trixie looked down at Chase hiding behind Rarity’s leg with her hand rubbing his head. “And why do you have a child accompanying you all in school?” Rarity and Applejack looked at Chase. “He ain’t got anythin’ to do with your business, Trixie,” Applejack said. “Leave him outta this.”

“Oh, but why wouldn’t something this cute as a little boy like him be wandering around with you, when he could be hanging around with someone more majestic as the Great and Powerful Trixie?” Trixie asked, making Chase look uncomfortable as she kneeled down and touched his face, but Sunset batched right in and got angry at Trixie and tried to keep her temper in control. “For your information,...” Sunset said. “...he may not be related to any of us, but he’s got a lot of kindness in his heart. Even though his aunt mistreated him with slavery, child abuse, less food, and any lack of sleep, and may have lost his parents in a car crash when he was just a baby, he has been under my care and will always be under our protection. But like some people say, what can you expect from a little brother?” Sunset finished her speech and gave him a hug, then kissed his forehead.

The other students heard Sunset’s speech and began to feel sorry for Chase, then gave an applause to Sunset. “The Great and Powerful Trixie gives you her deepest sympathies for your loss, dear child,” she said with tears in her eyes, then walked away.

The girls were doing schoolwork and reading some books in the library. Chase was doing some reading comprehension questions and then did some drawing in his coloring book. Then a few minutes later, Sunset asked Rarity to go check up on Chase, but until she found him taking a nap, she sat next to him and then lowered him onto her lap.

Few hours later...

While sitting in the cafeteria for lunch, Chase was eating his sandwich and then slowly ate his snacks that consisted apple slices, frosted sugar cookies, and a grape juice box. Rarity wiped the remaining smudges of peanut butter and jelly from the sandwich off Chase’s face with her napkin.

“Oh, by the way. I heard that Chase’s mean aunt got arrested this morning for child abuse,” Pinkie Pie said. “Well, glad that’s over with,” Applejack said, then put her hand on Chase’s shoulder. “But what’re we going to do about this little feller right here? He needs a home.”

Sunset gulped and then started to confess. “I wanted to tell Chase this, but I thought about him more than just a friend. I was then starting to think about adopting him as my brother, because when I saw the sadness in his eyes, he thought of me as a sister.” The girls made a “d’awwww” reaction and then made some agreeable comments.

Rarity looked at Chase, who was crying at her side. “What’s wrong, darling?” she asked as she held him for a hug. Chase looked at Sunset. “I’ve always wanted a big sister,” he said after he sniffed. Sunset then got up and so did Chase, but Sunset kneeled down and spread out her arms and Chase ran up to her, until they both made a warm embrace as brother and sister. “I love you, big sister,” Chase said. “I love you too, little brother,” Sunset said, then gave him a tender kiss on his head.

Author's Note

Oh, boy! The moment we’ve all been waiting for! It’s about to happen! :pinkiehappy:

Chapter 10: A Day at Sweet Apple Acres

After the next day of school ended, Chase was walking out the door looking lonely because Sunset told him she was going to be busy with Principal Celestia helping her fill out adoption papers in order to adopt Chase as her brother, and he wouldn’t enjoy being in an office by himself, so she made a proposition for him, but she told him it was a surprise.

All of a sudden, Applejack came up quietly behind him and carefully scooped him up and gently gave him a warm squeeze hug. “How’re ya doin’, sugarcube?” she asked. Chase sniffed. “Hey, what’s wrong?” Chase looked down in sadness. “Aww, you’re upset that Sunset couldn’t make it? Hey, ya know the surprise Sunset said she told you about? Guess what? It’s me taking ya over to Sweet Apple Acres for the rest of the afternoon, but I promise I’ll be there to help you with your education. I’ll even let my little sister play with you.” Chase smiled warmly and hugged Applejack’s neck, the she patted him on the back. “Aww, you’re welcome, Chase.”

Then, she carried him to her truck and placed him in the back seat with her sister. She was an 11-year-old girl who had pale yellow skin like Fluttershy, red hair with a huge pink bow on the backside, and orange eyes. She wore a pale green t-shirt, blue rolled up jeans, and mango yellow rain boots with red floral buckles and soles. It was no other than Applejack’s little sister, Apple Bloom.

“Hey there. I’m Apple Bloom,” she greeted the boy. “I’m Chase,” he greeted back. “Wanna be my friend?” “You might be too young for me, but I guess we can be BFFs. I’m sure Applejack’s friends’s sisters, who are also my friends will like to be your friend too.” “By the way, Apple Bloom,” Applejack said. “I also invited Sweetie Belle and Scootaloo over. Figured you and your friends can play with him while I help Big Mac do some yard work before spring starts.” She saw two more girls appear. “Well, that must be them.”

Two of them were the same age as Apple Bloom. The one who got in and sat next to Chase was Sweetie Belle and the one who rode on the front was Scootaloo.

Sweetie Belle has pearl white skin like Rarity, her hair was a striped mixture of pale rose pink and lilac and had a dark reddish pink hairband and green eyes. She wore a pink and white striped t-shirt, a dark reddish pink short sleeve jacket with a belt wrapped around, a cream yellow linen skirt, and dark reddish pink boots with pale yellow belt buckled straps and pale pink soles.

Scootaloo had pale orange skin, dark purple eyes, and magenta short spiky hair. She wore a grey zipper hoodie with turquoise rings on the sleeves and bottom, turquoise and white striped wristbands, green cargo shorts with knots, and grey boots with turquoise rings on top.

“Awwww, is this the cute little boy that Rarity was talking about?” Sweetie Belle asked as she patted his head. “Yep,” Applejack said. “Ain’t he a cutie?” The girls nodded. “I can’t wait for us to play with him. We can play dungeons and dragons, or pirates, or...” Apple Bloom said until she was cut off by Applejack. “Actually, why don’t you let Chase decide what he wants to play, then he’ll accept what you want to play, but it has to be what he wants, not what you want. Is that clear?” The girls nodded, then Chase laid down on Sweetie Belle’s lap for a nap before they arrived at Sweet Apple Acres.

Meanwhile, at Applejack’s farm, she was helping pick apples off the trees and into several baskets. Then Chase was playing hide and seek with the girls. “24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30. Ready or not, here I come!” Chase wandered around the house, looking for his new friends, who hid themselves somewhere in the house.

Chase looked around the living room, but found nothing. He tried the kitchen: nothing. They weren’t even in the rooms upstairs, but he found Scootaloo in the grandfather clock cabinet. Then, they found Sweetie Belle under the couch, and Apple Bloom in the wardrobe. After they took turns counting and hiding, they finally got tired and then Scootaloo and Sweetie Belle went home to their sisters.

After they had dinner, Applejack patted her bulged belly. “Woo-wee! I sure am stuffed!” After she looked at Chase looking at the picture in his locket, she then thought of something. Applejack went up to him and took him outside.

After they got outside, Applejack climbed onto the hammock and then lifted Chase onto it. “Here, Chase,” she said, unbuttoning the lower buttons on her shirt and rolled it up a little. “Why don’t ya lay yourself right here next to me? But you can lay your head right here if you want.” Chase then laid himself next to Applejack’s side and lowered his head on her bare belly, then Applejack placed her hand on his arm and rubbed her thumb on his shoulder. She placed her other hand on his cheek and gently rubbed his hair. Then, she lowered her hat over her face and moved her hips to gently rock the hammock back and forth.

While Applejack carried Chase home to Sunset’s apartment, she helped Sunset get Chase ready for bed. Then, she went back to her farm and Sunset went to bed.

Author's Note

Applejack has such a nice family, don’t you think? :ajsmug:

Let’s see who Chase hangs out with next.

Chapter 11: A Rainy Day at Rarity’s

It was the afternoon of a partly cloudy day at Canterlot High School, and weather reports said it might rain. Chase was sitting with his sister and her friends and eating lunch with them, but this time, he was eating chicken nuggets and waffle fries, and a small soda can.

Rarity was looking at Chase, then thought of something she started to inspire. “Sunset, would it be alright if I took Chase over to my boutique? It’s not just for clothes. I just want to spend some time with him, since Sweetie Belle will be out for the rest of the afternoon and evening.” Sunset realized what Rarity meant. “Yeah, I don’t mind,” she said. “And yes, he can sleepover, since it’s Friday. I’ll bring his stuff over later.” Rarity nodded.

“So, Applejack, how did it go last night at the farm?” Sunset asked Applejack. “Oh, it went pretty well. He was playing hide and seek with the girls, then we had steak for dinner, and then I let him lay next to me on the hammock, but he was curled up next to me and... just to be clear,... I kinda let him lay his head on my stomach.”

The girls were shocked and amazed at this. “Awww, so cute,” Pinkie Pie said. “He must’ve been such a little angel,” Fluttershy said. “By the way, spring is almost here, and I’ve thought about taking Chase to the beach next time we decide to go, because I was thinking about making him a cute little swimsuit.” The girls made a “d’awww“ reaction, then went to class after the bell rang.

After class ended, Rarity took Chase’s hand and then took him to her boutique. “Rarity, is that you, mon ami?” a female voice spoke up from behind her. The two turned around and saw a older girl who looked like a high school student in senior year.

She had a accent mixed with both British and French. She had pale pink hair with a pearlier tint and a fleur de lis hair clip on it, white skin, pale purple eyes, glossy fingernails, and lavender eyeshadow. She wore a light gray short sleeve jacket with gold buttons over a grayish lavender shirt with a oval shaped center which was showing off some of her cleavage and had a small pink bow clipped on the shirt, a pale black skirt with two small pale purple and one pale gold fleur de lis symbols on it, pale navy blue crop pants, gold bracelets, and wore navy blue high heels with silver fleur de lis buckles.

Rarity gasped in delight and went to hug her friend. “Fleur, darling! It’s so good to see you!” she exclaimed, then they both fake-kissed each other’s cheeks. “It’s always a pleasure, dear. I was just passing by until I saw you over here, so I thought I’d come by and say hello to my favorite fashionista,” Fleur explained, then she saw Chase hiding behind Rarity’s legs. “Oh, my goodness gracious me! Whoever is this sweet and handsome young man? He’s so adorable!”

Rarity patted Chase’s head and held him closer to her leg. “This is Sunset’s brother, Chase. She’s adopting him. Darling, this is Fleur de Lis, a very excellent supermodel and a good friend of mine.”

“You’re being adopted by Sunset Shimmer?” Fleur asked. “Awwww, that is so adorable!” She placed her manicured hands on his face and gently gave him a tender kiss on both his cheeks, until Chase started to blush. Then, she took him and sat down with him on her lap and sat next to Rarity. “So, how old is he?” Fleur asked. “Oh, he’s 4 years old.” Rarity said. “I also heard about your aunt and parents yesterday. Is this true you were abused?” Fleur asked, then Chase nodded. “Aww, you poor dear.” She stroked Chase’s hair and then lowered his head onto her soft chest. “Sunset has planned to adopt the poor boy after his aunt was arrested. She just needed help from someone by her side to help sign them.”

“Oh... well, I’m sure someone like Sunset would love to raise this sweet thing by herself,” Fleur said sweetly. “Anyway, I should get going. I have some studying to do before spring break starts.” Rarity nodded, then Fleur kneeled down one more time and put her fingers under Chase’s chin. “It was nice meeting you, Chase.” She kissed his nose, then walked home. “You should also get to your house quickly, because it might rain soon. Au revoir!” She then continued to walk home, after she winked at Chase.

“Rarity?” Chase asked. “Yes, darling?” Rarity asked. “She’s pretty nice,” he said. “Why is she nice?” “Well, Chase, she has a charming personality for other people meaning she is very respectful, and she is also very well caught up with her studies on modeling talents because she wants to be a supermodel when she grows up, like the ones on magazines or newspapers.” Chase then realized what she said, then Rarity took Chase’s hand and they both continued walking to the boutique.

After Rarity and Chase got out of the rain and lightning, she was carrying him inside and then saw his stuff in her living room and set him down. Rarity went to get a towel and wrapped Chase in it, then he was dried off. He then looked out the window and saw all that rain pouring down, and then started to feel disappointed that he didn’t get to go play in the park.

Rarity then thought of something that can cheer him up. “Chase, since you’re staying for the night, I’ll let you sleep with me tonight. Sound fair, darling?” Rarity asked, then Chase nodded in a reply. “I’m going to go work on some dresses, and I’ll hang out with you later. You can play with your toys if you want, and please don’t touch any of these dresses. They’re really delicate, and really expensive for me to make.” Chase then nodded and went to the couch depressed after she went upstairs to work on some of her dresses.

He took out his coloring books and did some coloring, but he then looked at his locket and firmly grasped it, until a tear fell from his eye. “Do you still miss your mother, darling?” Rarity asked, when she saw him crying. He nodded, then she about wearing some outfits that would cheer him up, but she would have to feed him some dinner and give him a bath first.

While Rarity was changing into the first outfit she picked for Chase to see, but to be appropriate due to Sunset’s permission, he was sitting on the bed waiting for her to be done. “Ugh, I’m so bored! When is she gonna be done?” he asked himself, rolling on the bed.

“Chase, are you ready, dear?” Rarity asked. “Yeah, but what did you want to show me?” Chase asked. “Ok, then. Better brace yourself, darling,” she said, until Rarity opened the bedroom door and stepped inside the room. When she came in, she was wearing a slimmed sleeveless pantsuit covered in gems and colored in a mixture of black and navy blue. Her other attire included a gem covered cape, black gloves, and gem covered shoes. While Rarity flapped her cape, Chase went to her and then hid under her cape. Unexpectedly, Rarity found him and gave him some tickles.

The next outfit she wore was a musical styled short skirt dress and two sided leggings and sandals in two different shades of pink and blue. Rarity showed Chase how she plays the key-tar, then he clapped. Rarity fixed her hair and then winked her eye at him.

The third outfit she wore was a light blue and purple gradient and glittery party dress with purple sandals and her hair in a ponytail. She and Chase danced for a little while. Rarity held Chase in her arms and Chase held her hand and had one arm around her waist, and he leaned his head on her chest.

The fourth outfit she wore was a light blue cropped shirt, but her belly was covered by a long two layered purple skirt. She had her dress covered by a tan glittery flappy jacket, and she wore a gold chain necklace, a tan headband, tan booted sandals with silver flaps and and purple soles on her feet and gold studded bracelets on her wrists. She danced to some disco music and Chase danced along.

The fifth and final outfit she wore was a light blue one strapped sleeveless slim skirt dress with white polka dots, a blue sapphire amulet black collar necklace, black leggings, purple fingerless gloves, silver bracelets, and purple heels with silver straps. She did some poses, but Chase thought she was being silly.

Then, Rarity saw that Chase was now tired. She went to him and then hugged him in a soft, nice cuddle. “Let’s get ready for bed,” she said. Rarity then went to her changing wardrobe to change into her pajamas.

When Chase finished brushing his teeth, Chase came back to the bedroom and climbed onto the bed, then saw Rarity in her nightgown from the sleepover. She walked over to him and tucked him under the blanket.

Chase then laid down as Rarity walked to her mirror and blushed her cheeks with her makeup brush. “Rarity, are we still gonna sleep together?” Chase asked. “Yes, darling. Just give me a few seconds,” Rarity replied. Chase then leaned back on the bed, as Rarity made sure her bedroom was cleaned up before bed, leaving no dresses on the floor. After Rarity was done, she climbed onto the bed and pulled the covers over them both, keeping the boy warm, but before she turned off her light, she looked at at Chase sleeping with his teddy bear and found out he was sobbing and looking at his locket.

Rarity smiled warmly at him, because she realized he was thinking about his mother and father again. So she pressed on the pillow and straightened it out, then leaned back on her bed. She turned and poked Chase’s shoulder, he turned around, then Rarity patted on the spot next to her. “Would you like to lay next to me, dear?” she asked kindly. Chase then scooted over and laid down on the spot next to Rarity and laid his head near her chest. Chase placed his hand on her hip and held his teddy bear with his other arm, until Rarity stroked the veins on his hand with one hand and softly stroked his hair and embraced his head with her other hand. Chase had tears coming out of his eyes because he couldn’t stop thinking about his parents.

She smiled warmly. “Chase, I know you miss your mother and father. I’m sorry for their loss, but they are still with you darling,” she said. “They know how much you loved them. They never wouldn’t have to die if you still loved them, like we all do.” Chase then nodded and Rarity then realized that it was after 10:15, then she wrapped the blanket around Chase to keep him warm, and gave him a tender kiss on the cheek. “Sweet dreams, darling,” she said in a whisper. She finally turned off the light and went to sleep.

Author's Note

Rarity is truly generously kind and has a thoughtful heart. I know, but trust me, she’s very sweet and the best out of one of the seven. :raritywink:

The dresses I used were these:

The black one from “The Other Side”
The hippieish uniform from “Rainbow Rocks”
The outfit from “Life is a Runaway”
A custom outfit from Deviantart

Chapter 12: Movie, Pet Service, and Hurricane Sweet Shoppe

The next morning at Chase’s bedroom, he was fast asleep in his bedroom having a good dream. The door was slowly creaking open, and Sunset peered inside with a warm smile. She walked over to his bed with quiet footsteps, the she looked at him curled up on his left side and laying on his belly. ‘Aww, look at little Chase, sleeping like a baby,’ she thought to herself. Sunset then kneeled down and gently rubbed his shoulder, until Chase started to wake up.

He rose from his blankets and then rubbed his eyes, until he saw Sunset next to him. “You okay, buddy?” she asked. “Uh-huh,” Chase said. “Come on, let’s get you some breakfast,” she said. Chase went downstairs and sat down in the kitchen and found out his sister made him a bowl of oatmeal.

After Chase was done getting ready for the day, he went back to the living room and then saw Rainbow Dash sitting on the couch talking with Sunset about taking him to see a movie. Rainbow Dash saw him coming downstairs and went to greet him. “Hey, buddy!” she said, then kneeled down towards his level and gave him a hug. They broke the hug, until Rainbow Dash placed her hands on his shoulders, and Chase put his hands on her waist. “You ready to go?” she asked, until Chase replied with a nod. Then, Rainbow Dash and Chase walked to the movie theater.

While walking down the road to the cinema, Rainbow Dash gave Chase a piggyback ride. When they finally arrived, she let Chase climb down and then they walked inside the building. After they got in, they paid for their tickets.

Soon they were in an auditorium with two small Cokes and shared a bucket of popcorn with each other. They were watching a movie about intergalactic heroes fighting aliens who are invading Earth. When there were explosions, Chase held on to Rainbow Dash tightly, then she wrapped her arm around his shoulder and used her hand to gently hold his head close, softly pressing his cheek up against her breast, the she stroked his cheek. “It’s okay, buddy. Let’s just watch the movie,” she said. They both continued to watch the movie.

After the movie ended, Rainbow Dash and Chase were walking out of the theater holding hands. “Thanks for taking me, Rainbow Dash.” he said happily. “You’re welcome, squirt,” Rainbow Dash said. “Anything for Sunset’s little brother.” Then, she gave him a gentle noogie. Then, they continued to walk down.

After Rainbow Dash went back home, Chase went to Fluttershy’s animal shelter because he wanted to help her care for the poor homeless animals. After he went inside, Fluttershy went up to him and gave him a warm hug and tender kiss on the top of his head. “I’m so glad you’re here, sweetie,” Fluttershy said. Chase blushed softly and then felt the warmth from her soft chest as she gave him another warm hug. “Do you wanna help me with these poor sweet things? I have a checklist for you.” Chase nodded and then walked with Fluttershy to the room where the animals sleep, which was filled with cages for dogs and cats, but she had another room that had nicer cages for the small animals including birds, small mammals, and other endangered species.

First, Chase helped her feed the dogs and cats, then cleaned their cages after she took them for some bath time. Next, he helped her care for the small animals with feeding, bathing, and nurturing, even the endangered species she found.

After they were done, Chase then went to her living room and laid down on the couch, and looked at his locket. He then began to have small tears drip from his eyes, until Fluttershy’s pet bunny, Angel came to him and gently nuzzled his cheek. Fluttershy adored the moment between them.

After Chase finally arrived at The Sweet Shoppe, he went inside the building and found out it was busier than ever. Then, he walked up to the counter and greeted the married bakers. “Hi, Mr. and Mrs. Cake,” he said.

“Hello, Chase,” Carrot Cake greeted him. “So good to see you!” Cup Cake said cheerfully. “Is Pinkie Pie here or no?” Chase asked.

“Yes, dearie. She’s already in the kitchen,” Cup Cake said. “Yeah, doing her chores,” Carrot Cake said.

“Oh. Well, I’ll go help her!” Chase said, after Carrot Cake let him through the counter door and into the kitchen, and gave him a spare apron. “Kids these days,” Carrot Cake said. “Indeed. They’ve got a lot to learn,” Cup Cake said.

After Chase went into the kitchen, he saw Pinkie Pie gathering some ingredients for a recipe, and then took out her clipboard and made sure she had everything listed. “Okay I’ve got the flour, the sugar, the eggs, the butter... hmm... guess I’ve got everything,” she said, then marked off everything on her checklist. “There! That should do it.”

“Pinkie Pie, is that you?” Chase asked.

Pinkie’s head shot up from that voice, then she turned around and saw Chase standing by the door. “Chase!” she cheered and ran into him and gave him a warm hug and kissed his forehead. “I’m so happy you made it!”

Chase laughed at Pinkie because she was being silly. Then, she helped him tie the knot on his apron.

“So, how was your day going with Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy?” she asked. “It was so much fun!” Chase said while he cuddled with Pinkie Pie. “Well, I’m glad to hear it!” she said. “So, are you ready to make some sweet treats?” Chase nodded after licking his lips. “But, don’t worry, cutie. I’m gonna make sure we have enough for everyone in this place, but some for us. Now, let’s get started!”

So, the two sorted out their ingredients and decided with some cupcakes. Chase poured the flour and sugar, along with the baking soda and salt, into the bowl and Pinkie Pie mixed them together with a whisk. After that was done, she cracked some eggs, then added some vanilla, melted butter, and vegetable oil. They did the same for the other bowl, but it was chocolate batter. After they blended both batters in the separate bowls, they poured the batter into the cupcake pans, then they both grabbed some oven mitts and placed both pans into the conventional oven to let them simmer and bake.

While the cupcakes were baking, Chase made some brownie batter and Pinkie Pie made some cookie batter, but one was sugar cookie batter and the other was chocolate chip cookie batter. Then, she used two spoons and scooped the cookies onto the cooking sheets. Chase poured the brownie batter into a cubic baking dish and then put it into another oven, and so did Pinkie Pie with the cookies and she took the cupcakes out of the oven to let them cool down. After that, Chase and Pinkie Pie did her favorite part: decorating the cupcakes.

After all the treats were done, Pinkie Pie took them out and gave them to the Cakes so that they can be served. Chase sat down and did some quiet coloring. Pinkie Pie came to check on him and gave him a cookie and cupcake.

Few hours later, Chase and Pinkie ordered pizza for dinner. Business was booming as usual earlier today, but things started to calm down, until Mr. Cake warned the two. “Pinkie, Chase, we’re closing up soon in 3 hours, so be ready.” “Okay,” Pinkie answered. “Hmm, just need to take care of that, discard of the pizza box, and then we’ll be out of here.” Then, Chase and Pinkie got to work.

When they were done, they walked out but then saw the lights out and it was really wet and windy outside. Chase ran to the door and tried to open it, but it was locked, until a loud bang of lightning rumbled and Chase was held by Pinkie Pie. “Awww, you poor wittle baby,” she said in a cute voice. “Looks like we’re gonna be stuck here for the night. Let’s head back to the kitchen and build a pillow fort. Hey, what’s this?” Pinkie Pie found a note from the Cakes, and read it.

‘Dear Pinkie,

If you’re available, you and Chase are welcome to sleep over at the shop tonight because there’s going to be a hurricane tonight, so I’d suggest you stay inside and be safe. We’ll be back tomorrow morning to check on you two.

Chase dear, your sister, Sunset stopped by this afternoon and dropped off your go-bag and your pajamas in case you need to change. Me and my husband will make sure you get home tomorrow safely.

With safe regards,
Mr. and Mrs. Cake.’

Chase then sat down and read the note to himself while Pinkie made a pillow fort, but in the shape of a chair. Then she felt her stomach growl. “Aww, all this work has made me hungry again. Time for some snacks!” she said. Then, Pinkie went to the kitchen and got out some leftover sweets from a few days ago or today. Chase was confused. “Oh, in case you didn’t know, we sometimes have plenty of leftover stuff we haven’t sold either today or a few days ago, including weeks.” Pinkie explained. “Normally, if I’m sleeping over, they give the extras to me. I have a big appetite.” She said slapping her belly, until Chase went upstairs to take his bath and brush his teeth, then Pinkie Pie ate an entire small tray of a small variety of vanilla and chocolate cupcakes, truffles, brownies, and cookies. Then, she feasted her eyes on an entire frosted chocolate cake.

After Chase came back downstairs from the bathroom, he saw Pinkie Pie leaning on the chair and found out she gained a exposed balloon like belly that was peaking out from the bottom of her shirt. She was groaning after her stomach made painful gurgling noises while rubbing it. “Guess this wasn’t such a good idea after all.” Then she leaned her head back and stared at the ceiling. Chase came over and slowly pushed her chair over to the pillow fort and lowered it down. Then, Pinkie got off the chair and laid down on a big pillow to rest, then saw Chase next to her. “Hey, Chase,” she said. “You okay?” Chase nodded until he started getting sleepy. “Maybe we sho... we... we... we should... hit the sack...” she said, until she then fell asleep, and so did Chase. Pinkie Pie woke up one more time and took a quick peek at Chase, then slowly scooped him up and placed him next to her, then grabbed Chase’s blanket and covered them both up.

Until nighttime was around, Pinkie was laying on the huge soft mattress and leaned her head on the pillow that was pressed up against a cabinet, and Chase was laying next to her side, but he laid his head on her belly and he felt Pinkie’s hand on his head.

When morning came, Mr. and Mrs. Cake opened the shop, and until they went to the kitchen, they saw Pinkie Pie and Chase asleep in their pillow fort. “Aww, they must’ve survived the storm,” Cup Cake said in a whisper. “Yeah, but right now, he needs to get home to his sister,” Carrot Cake said in a whisper. Pinkie Pie woke up and saw the Cakes. “Uh... good morning.” she said nervously. “Don’t worry, dear. It’s fine,” Mrs. Cake said. “But it’s time for Chase to go home.” Pinkie Pie nodded, and carefully scooped him up and and walked him home along with some breakfast.

‘That was some sleepover. We should do this more often, but he’ll spend more time with his sister more,’ she thought to herself.

Author's Note

I bet Chase enjoyed the movie with Rainbow Dash! :rainbowdetermined2:

Well, as long as he enjoyed Fluttershy and Pinkie Pie, that’s fine with Sunset. :pinkiehappy:

Chapter 13: Dinner with Twilight’s Family

After Chase and Sunset got home from school, Sunset sat down on the couch and started to do her homework, and Chase laid his head on her lap and took his few minute nap. When suddenly, Sunset got a text from Twilight, asking her and Chase to come to her house for dinner with her family. Sunset texted her back that they’ll come over after she finishes her homework and gets herself and Chase ready. Twilight replied that Cadence and her brother Shining Armor will be there. Sunset smiled warmly and then replied that Chase will be so surprised.

Few minutes later, Sunset was done with her homework and Chase packed up his go-bag and then they walked over to Twilight’s house together.

Sunset and Chase walked down towards Twilight’s house and finally found out it was small, mansion based, and it was dark purple, pale purple, dark pink, magenta and lavender. Plus the windows had the star symbol like on her skirt. After they knocked on the door, Twilight answered it and let her friends inside.

When they got in, Chase saw how cool the front hall looked, leading the way to the living room. “Chase, is that you?” a voice said. Chase saw Cadence on the couch, but this time, she was wearing a dark turquoise jacket, a pale pink cleavage dress shirt underneath, a navy blue skirt, black yoga cropped sweat pants, and she wore dark cerulean flats with sapphire blue bows. He went up to greet her. “Cady!” Cadence stood up and kneeled down towards his level. “Hi!” Cadence said, then was embraced by the boy, until she chuckled. “Wow, you’re so sweet!” She gave him a tender kiss on his forehead, then took him to the couch and carefully placed him on her lap, then she introduced him to someone, but Chase started to get shy.

“Chase, this is Twilight’s brother and my husband, Shining Armor,” she said. Chase saw Shining Armor smile at him, then Chase slowly waved at him as he pressed his cheek onto Cadence’s soft chest. Shining Armor had white skin, cerulean eyes, and his hair was a blended mixture of cerulean, sapphire, and dark cyan blue. He wore black sneakers, grey jeans, and a navy blue and dark pale reddish pink vest with the symbol of a blue shield with a pink star in it pinned on the side of his vest. He also had a gold wedding ring. “So you’re Chase Tucker?” he said before Chased nodded in reply. “Cadence and Twily told me about you. But good news, the policemen took your aunt to custody and they’ll probably make sure she stays there.” Chase smiled softly and then rubbed the tears off his eyes, but Cadence was still with him and she gave him a 10 minute cuddle to calm his cortisol level.

Until Chase started to calm down, Twilight’s parents came in with the groceries for dinner. Her mother had light grey skin, cyan eyes, and pale purple and white vertical striped hair. She wore a pale purplish grey short sleeve shirt, a dark lavender skirt with three dark purple stars on it and a silver chain necklace with a purple star around her neck, and dark purple velvet fabric moccasin shoes. Twilight’s father had pale navy blue skin, tan eyes, and neatly and smoothly combed navy blue hair. He wore a dark grey long sleeve button up collar shirt and dark brown work pants and shoes.

“Sorry we’re late. Got stuck in traffic again,” the mother said. “But we managed to save the food,” the father said, until they saw Sunset sitting on the couch with Twilight, Shining Armor, and Chase, who was cuddling with Cadence. “Hello, Sunset. So glad you could come join us,” she said, then saw Chase. “Who’s this sweet thing?” Twilight stood up and introduced Chase to her parents. “Mom, Dad, I want you to meet Sunset’s adopted brother, Chase Tucker,” Twilight said. “Chase, this is my mother, Twilight Velvet, and my father, Night Light.” Spike came over and nuzzled with Chase, until the boy patted him. “Hey, Spike,” Chase said, then went to Twilight Velvet and gave her a hug. She hugged him back and realized about the poor boy’s past life, because Twilight told her parents about it. “I’m sorry about your loss from so long, dear,” Twilight Velvet said as the poor boy had tears in his eyes. “Cadence, could you take him? He needs some comfort. I’ll go get dinner ready.” She nodded as Twilight Velvet left for the kitchen, until Sunset joined her. Twilight went to go do her homework, and Shining Armor and Night Light went to the kitchen to talk as father and son.

Cadence leaned on the couch with her legs curled up on the cushion, then texted her friends about Shining Armor and asking what they’ve been doing so far, but then she took one look at Chase, then she reached out her arm, “Come here, sweetie.” She let him sit with her, but he laid his chest down towards her thighs, spread out his arms around her legs but one of them hanged downward, and Cadence gently embraced his head on her belly. Cadence stroked his hair gently and rubbed his shoulder. “There, there. Everything’s gonna be okay, sweetheart,” she said. She leaned closer and gave him a small kiss on the cheek. Then, she let him cuddle with her for a few minutes until dinner would be ready.

It was dinner time, and they were all having spaghetti and meatballs with steamed broccoli, and toasted garlic bread. Shining Armor sat next to his dad, Twilight sat next to her mother and Sunset, and Chase sat between Cadence and Twilight Velvet.

“How’s the food, sweetheart?” Twilight Velvet asked. “It’s good,” Chase said. “Can I have some broccoli please?” Twilight passed the broccoli to Cadence, and she scooped a small spoonful of broccoli onto Chase’s plate. Then, Chase continued to eat his dinner. “So, sport, I heard your aunt abused you after the loss of your parents. I’m sorry to hear that,” Night Light said. “You should be lucky to have Sunset to watch over you.” Chase nodded, then continued to eat. “My mommy was a nurse and my daddy was a lawyer,” Chase said. “My aunt is a fashion critic, and she wears a lot of jackets, either leather or fur.” Everyone was shocked about this. Chase then told them about the way his aunt treated him and why it happened. “Oh, my,” Twilight Velvet said, then she rubbed his back to comfort him. Sunset told them about the night where she found him and chose to raise him as her brother. They made a “d’awww” reaction, then continued to eat the dinner.

After dinner ended, Sunset and Chase said goodbye to Twilight and her family, then walked home to the apartment. When they got back, Sunset gave him a bath and got him ready for bed. She tucked him in and gave him a kiss. “Goodnight, buddy,” Sunset said. “Goodnight,” Chase said. Then, Sunset walked out of his bedroom and went to her bedroom and went to sleep.

Author's Note

I guess Twilight’s parents and her brother were okay with Chase.

Chapter 14: A Weekend at the Boardwalk, Part 1

It was the middle of April, and the nice weather was coming back. Spring Break was finally here, until Chase woke up and saw the sun shining, and heard both the birds chirping and the bees buzzing. It was going to be a perfect day for him.

“Chase! Your breakfast is ready!” Sunset called out. Chase got out of bed and went downstairs to the kitchen to eat his breakfast. Sunset made him two buttermilk waffles, but she cut them and put the butter and syrup on for him. Sunset got a text from Rarity that they were all going to the Canterlot Boardwalk, and the beach. Sunset asked if Chase is okay with this, but Rarity said that he is also invited and that she left him a little surprise in his bedroom dresser. “Chase, Rarity texted me that you and I are going with our friends to the boardwalk alongside the beach for the weekend,” she said. “She left you a surprise upstairs for you in your dresser. I’m gonna go get changed. Be back in a bit. Go upstairs and get dressed and finish packing.” Chase then did what Sunset said and went upstairs to get dressed into Rarity’s surprise outfit.

When he opened his dresser, he saw a blue shark styled swim shirt and overall swim trunks. He also had grey Crocs. After he tried them on, he started to like them. He went to brush his teeth, then came downstairs to Sunset, and she was wearing a black crop top bikini with a golden sun symbol, a sunset gradient sun skirt around her waist, and gold bracelets. Chase realized it was his first time seeing his sister in her swimsuit. “You ready to go?” she asked, until Chase replied with a short nod. She took Chase’s hand after she grabbed her beach bag, their suitcases, and his go-bag.

Until all of a sudden, they saw a white van appear, and behind the door opening was Rainbow Dash, wearing a black cropped sleeveless swim shirt with pink, lime green, and yellow lightning bolts, and pink swim trunks with black stripes. She wore a pink ball cap with a white cloud and a sun on top. “Who’s ready for a weekend at the boardwalk!?” she yelled out, until she let Sunset and Chase inside. Sunset went to the front seat next to Applejack who was driving, but Chase didn’t know where to sit. “Come here, squirt,” Rainbow Dash said. “You can sit with us, darling,” Rarity said.

Chase went to the second row and saw Pinkie Pie, who wore a swimsuit that had a dark pink top with a golden yellow bow that had a orange heart shaped gem in the center, a small pink tutu on the bottom, 3 golden yellow bows on a white waistband and dark pink swim panties. She was behind Rainbow Dash and Rarity, who wore a purple bikini with black stripes and two sapphires in the center of the top and bottom, a black sun hat with purple straps and a blue gem, and a sapphire blue linen knotted sun skirt around her waist.

He saw Pinkie Pie sit next to Fluttershy wearing a black and teal striped surfer swimsuit, Applejack wearing a navy blue cropped long sleeve swim shirt and with white and lime green stripes and an apple in the center, and navy blue bikini style swim shorts with a red waistband and green stripes, and Twilight wearing a dark purple buttoned and skirted swimsuit that was tied with a sky blue and white top and had a magenta star in the center.

“Aww, Chase, you look so cute in that outfit,” Rarity said, as Chase sat next to Twilight, who sat next to both Rainbow Dash and Rarity. “Hey, Chase. It’s gonna be a few hours till we get there, since traffic’s a foot,” Rainbow Dash said. “Okay,” Chase said disappointingly. “But I’ve never been to the boardwalk before.”

“Aww, you poor darling,” Rarity said. “You’re going to love it. There’s a beach, some shops, food stops, arcades, and both a water park and an amusement park.” Then, they drove off to the boardwalk.

It has been two hours while driving in the highway during traffic and it was still morning and they were about to arrive during lunchtime. They arrived from the bridge to the city towards the beach. Chase was laying on Twilight and Rarity’s laps taking a nap with his blanket wrapped around him to keep him warm. Rarity stroked his hair with one hand and comforted his shoulder blades and back with her other hand. “How’s he doing?” Sunset asked. “He’s fine. He’s just bored, that’s all,” Rainbow Dash said. “Be sure to wake him when we get there,” Sunset said. Rainbow Dash nodded. “Are we there yet?” Chase asked, as he laid his head down on Rarity’s lap.

“Not yet, darling,” Rarity said. “You can go back to sleep.” Chase then started to heavily close his eyes again and went back and went back to sleep. “I just can’t believe it,” Rainbow Dash said. “A weekend at the boardwalk plus the beachfront, for the start of Spring Break. How awesome is that?” “Totally inspiring, darling,” Rarity said, as she continued to comfort Chase.

“Oh, we’re gonna have so much fun in the sun! I know I am, too!” Pinkie beamed. “Yes, especially since the weather for this weekend is supposed to be glorious today and tomorrow,” Fluttershy happily explained. “I just love the way how peaceful the beach is.”

“Plus, I managed to get us a room at a small motel near the beach.” Rarity said. “It’s not really small, but more apartment like. The rooms are heavenly!” “Hey, there it is!” Pinkie exclaimed. Applejack made a turn towards the parking lot and pulled into an empty lot outside and then put the gears into park.

“Chase. Wake up, darling. We’re here,” Rarity said. Chase rubbed his eyes and sat back up. They all got out of the van one at a time and unloaded the trunk, which was full of beach bags, one that was full of towels and mats. The other bag was full of sunscreen, aloe, and zinc sunscreen in case they got a sunburn. The trunk also had coolers, umbrellas, chairs, and their suitcases. Twilight went to Spike and held him in her arms. “Hey, Spike! Did you miss me?” she said after he licked her face. “I sure did. It was kinda bumpy,” Spike said.

Sunset walked to Chase and took his hand. Rarity looked up at the building they’re staying at. “Oh my. Quite a big lovely place, I must say,” she said. “Don’t worry, girls. We’re all in the same room. In fact, I even packed some air mattresses for each of us.” “Well, then let’s get settled in,” Fluttershy said. “Then, we can hit the beach and have some fun,” Rainbow Dash said.

Inside their rented motel room, each of them found a bed to sleep in, while the others asked if Rarity and Applejack can set up the air mattresses. Inside Chase’s bedroom, he set up his dresser and then got his beach toys for the sand and grabbed his towel Rarity made for him. The others were getting ready as well while he waited for them to be ready, until Applejack with some back with some groceries. The girls came out with their beach gear. “Alright, ladies. Let’s find us a beach spot and enjoy our day,” Rainbow Dash said. “Splendid idea, darling!” Rarity said, as they all grabbed their stuff and went outside to the beach.

As they got outside, they walked on the sandy beach and started to feel the golden sun shine down on their skin. Then, they found a spot and set up the beach mats, chairs, and umbrellas. “I guess this will do,” Sunset said. “I think you’re right. Kinda looks perfect,” Twilight said. “Last one hitting the water’s shark bait!” Pinkie Pie said. “Oh, it’s on!” Rainbow Dash said. “Uh, shouldn’t we get some sunscreen on first? Don’t wanna get sunburnt,” Fluttershy said. “Definitely,” Rarity said, then started to rub herself with her favorite suntan lotion all over her body. “Let me get that,” Sunset said, as she rubbed Rarity’s backside with the lotion. “Thank you, Sunset,” Rarity said. “Now, I’ve got some spare sunblock for each of us to share.” They all took turns sharing the sunscreen bottles with each other, then they decided to go hit the water.

Chase shook the bottle and realized there was none left. “Wait!” Chase asked. “What is it, darling?” Rarity replied. Chase showed them the sunscreen bottle. “Guess you didn’t get any, huh?” Rainbow Dash asked. “Come here, sweetie. I’ll do it,” Fluttershy said. After Chase came to her, he stood still, then squirted some sunscreen on her hands and rubbed it on his limbs, neck, and face, but with a face stick. “There. All done,” she said, until Chase gave her a hug, “Thank you.” “You’re welcome, Chase,” she said, then gave him a kiss on the forehead.

“Alright, let’s go hit the water!” Rainbow Dash said, as she and Applejack went to the ocean to catch the waves. “Wait for me!” Pinkie Pie said. Rarity and Sunset sat down on their chairs enjoying the shade, while Twilight and Fluttershy went to go join them. Sunset then saw Chase feeling let down. “Hey, Chase,” she said. “Why don’t you go join the others in the water? I promise me and Rarity will join you soon.” “Okay!” Chase said, then hugged Sunset’s belly and then ran off to the ocean and catch up with the others.

“Well, look who decided to join the party!” Pinkie Pie said. “Hey, buddy! What’re you doing here by yourself?” Rainbow Dash asked, then Chase reached his arms out, asking her to hold him. She rolled her eyes with a smirk, then kneeled down and lifted him up. “Alright, let’s race!” Rainbow Dash said. “Ready... GO!” They all ran to the water and then felt the water tickle their skin, until their swimsuits started getting wet. Rainbow Dash still held Chase in her arms.

“Thank you, Rainbow Dash! That was so much fun!” Chase said. “No problem!” Rainbow Dash said. “Just stick with us and we’ll keep you safe.” Rainbow Dash then started to tickle him, causing him to giggle. But then he accidentally fell in the water. “Chase! Hang on, buddy!” Rainbow Dash said, until she held her breath and saved Chase from drowning. The girls came over to see what happened. Chase started coughing up from the water and Fluttershy rubbed his belly. “You alright, sugarcube?” Applejack asked. Chase nodded, and then saw Rarity and Sunset come over. “Sorry we’re late. We saw what happened,” Rarity said. “Are you okay? Are you hurt?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded. “I was just giving him some tickles,” Rainbow Dash explained. “Sorry, though.” Sunset smirked and patted her shoulder.

Chase and the girls swam around the ocean but stayed near the beach, had fun with the waves, shared laughs, and splashed each other for one hour and forty-five minutes straight. Chase tried to swim, but the water was too heavy for him, causing him to drown. “Help!” Chase called out. “Sunset, help!” Sunset heard Chase’s voice, she turned around and saw him trying to swim. The girls were shocked. “I’ll get him,” Rainbow Dash said as she swam to him and brought him back with the others. “I’ve got you, buddy. It’s okay,” she said. Until they arrived at the ocean spot where the rest of the girls were, he then started to float. “See? You’re totally fine.” Chase nodded. “Alright, let’s head back to the beach and get some lunch,” Applejack said, as they all groaned. “I brought a barbecue grill.” Then they all went out of the water and headed to their beach spot. Fluttershy saw Chase shivering because he was cold after getting out of the water. She went to him and carried him to the chairs.

After the girls sat down and got dried off, they reapplied the sunscreen, but they started to see Chase wet and shivering, after Fluttershy got him a towel and wrapped it around him. Chase then rubbed his eyes and yawned softly. “You alright, Chase?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded and tried to keep his eyes open. “Sounds like someone needs a nap.” She went to Twilight, who was reading a book and sitting next to Rarity, who was trying to enjoy the shade. “Twilight, can you and Rarity take him? He needs his nap.”

“Yeah, sure,” Twilight said, then Sunset put Chase down and took off his towel and then went to her chair that was not too far, but on another spot. Chase went over to Applejack to ask her a question. “Applejack, when’s lunch going to be done?” he asked. Applejack ruffled his hair gently, “Just in a few minutes, Chase. You’re gonna have to be patient.”

“Okay.” Chase said. After he was done talking with Applejack, he then went over to Twilight. “Twilight?” he asked. Twilight heard Chase’s voice and put her book down for a moment. “Hey, Chase. What’s up?” she asked, but then saw him rub his eyes. “How about you sit with me? I’ll set up your blanket.”

“Can I lay on your lap?” Chase asked. “Of course you can,” Twilight said. Chase then sat down and laid on her lap and rested his head on her belly. Twilight wrapped her arm around his back and continued reading her book. Rarity came over and wrapped Chase’s blanket around him, then sat back down. Rainbow Dash came over with a volleyball. “Hey, Sunset. I was wondering if we could all play volleyball. After Chase finishes his nap and when we’re down having lunch. But since he’s 4, we’ll let him build a sandcastle or go collect some seashells.” Sunset then thought about it. “I don’t see why not, but are you sure about Chase? He’s only 4. He could easily hurt himself, break his nose, or get hit in the chest or face.” Rainbow Dash rolled her eyes, “Relax, I didn’t say anything about him wandering around through the game. I meant with someone near him, so that he wouldn’t hurt himself.” Sunset smiled warmly.

“Lunchtime, y’all! I made some ribs!” Applejack yelled out.

They all went to the grill and got some barbecue ribs on their plates. Twilight was disturbed by the smell of barbecue sauce from the ribs. She saw that lunch was ready. “Chase, wake up,” she said. “It’s time for lunch.”

Chase woke up and saw Sunset bring him a small plate full of ribs, with some carrots and chips. Twilight set up a napkin and ate with him. “Wow, you’re so good with him like I am,” Sunset said. “I know,” Twilight said. “Every time I look at him, I just want to smother him with kisses.” Sunset and Twilight laughed at her comment, but Chase didn’t get it until he licked his fingers. “Chase, use your manners, darling,” Rarity said as she helped him wipe the barbecue sauce off his hands and face with a napkin. “You want a soda, bud?” Rainbow Dash asked. Chase nodded, then she gave him a root beer can from the cooler and helped him open it. After he opened his soda can, he asked for a straw. Then, they all sat down on the mat and ate lunch together.

Few minutes later, they were all leaning on their chairs and laying flat on the mat with stuffed bellies.

“Woo-wee! That sure hit the spot,” Applejack said as she rubbed her belly. “You said it,” Rainbow Dash said also rubbing her belly. “Hey, any of you guys up for some volleyball? It’ll help us lose all that weight.” Twilight, Sunset, Pinkie Pie got up and went to the volleyball net and set up in positions. Chase went towards the side of the umbrella away from the volleyball net and took his beach toys and tried to make a sandcastle fort and scoop for some seashells. Rarity and Fluttershy adored the moment.

Twilight, Rainbow Dash and Sunset were on one side of the net and Applejack and Pinkie Pie were on the other side of the net. Rainbow Dash served the ball and passed it over, causing Applejack to bop it. Sunset went over and bopped it over, and so did Pinkie Pie. Rainbow Dash bopped it over again, then Applejack, then Sunset and Pinkie Pie again, then Twilight, and so on and so forth. Chase came back with some seashells for the girls and continued digging. “Thank you, darling,” Rarity said, as he gave her some seashells.

Until a few minutes later, they served for the last time and it was headed straight for Chase’s sandcastle, but Rainbow Dash caught it real fast, and it scared Chase. Sunset and ran over to him and saw Rarity comforting him. Chase had tears in his eyes. “You okay, bud?” Rainbow Dash asked, as he continued to cry. Rarity went over and held him in her arms shushing his sobs and rubbing his back. “Shhhhhh shhhhhh shhhhhh... There, there, darling. There, there.” she said softly, then Chase’s sobs were calming down. “Sorry about that, little buddy,” Rainbow Dash said. “But it’s a good thing you weren’t hurt or anything, right?” Chase nodded then, pointed at the seashells he got for them. “Hehehe, Chase got us seashells,” Fluttershy said, after the girls made a “d’awww” reaction.

“Hey, how about you and I go and do some surfing?” Rainbow Dash asked Applejack. “Sure, let’s get to it,” Applejack replied. Then, they both left for the water to surf. Rarity checked on Chase, who was still held in her arms. “Are you feeling better, darling?” Rarity asked, then Chase nodded in a short nod. Then, she took him and sat down on her chair with him on her lap and his head leaning on her chest.

As it was around 5:35 pm, they arrived back in the motel room after everyone was closing down at the beach. The girls took turns with the showers in the other two bathrooms in their room, then it was Chase’s turn to use the bathroom, but he didn’t have anyone to help rinse him, but until all of a sudden, Fluttershy came in wearing a bathrobe. She kneeled down and gave him a kiss.

“Were you waiting? Did no one come?” she asked, as Chase gave her a nod with sad puppy eyes. She smiled warmly and helped him with his bath. Fluttershy grabbed his shampoo and scrubbed his hair gently. After she rinsed his hair with water, she used both his body wash and a wash rag, then scrubbed it all over his body, including his arms and legs, then rinsed him one last time. After Chase got out of the tub and Fluttershy dried him off, Chase went to his room and changed into his pajamas.

Meanwhile, the girls in their casual clothes. “I hope Chase will be okay,” Twilight said. “He looked so frightened after the accident.” When Sunset sounded worried about her little brother, Applejack placed her hand on her shoulder. “He’ll be fine.” Then suddenly, Chase came out in his blue/turquoise shark and camouflage printed pajama shorts and white baseball undershirt with turquoise sleeves and a shark print.

They all made a “d’awwww” reaction at his cute pajamas. Chase walked over to them and sat down between his sister’s crisscrossed legs and leaned back towards her chest, and Sunset placed her hands on his shoulders. Pinkie Pie arrived with Chinese food for dinner. They got sushi, lo mein, steamed beef, steamed pork, steamed chicken and white rice. Sunset got Chase some dinosaur shaped chicken nuggets and waffle fries, along with a soda.

After they ate dinner, they sat outside and watched the stars and the moon. Then a few hours later after watching a movie, they all went to their bedroom, and Sunset tucked her little brother in his bed and kissed him goodnight.

Chase woke up in a small cage and found out he was next to a giant bubbling cauldron full of broth. A giant figure appeared and chopped some vegetables and shook some salt in the broth. Then, the figure revealed herself as his aunt. She grabbed him out of the cage and then dropped him in the broth, boiling him like acid.

He suddenly woke up screaming, then started wailing, until he heard a familiar voice when he turned around. “You all right, sugarcube?” Hearing Applejack’s voice, he jumped panicking and running to the door and hid himself behind the couch. She slowly walked up towards him and placed her hand on his shoulder, calming him down. “It’s okay,” she said. “It’s only me.”

Chase took a closer look and saw Applejack wearing navy blue cropped pajama shorts and a reddish orange and green cropped baseball long sleeve (both the sleeves and bottom) with 5 buttons on the crest and three apples in the middle. “Now keep it down, you’ll wake the others.” She said shushing him softly. She lifted him up and took him to the girl’s bedroom.

“In case you didn’t know, we’re having a slumber party in the next room,” Applejack said, before opening the door. The girls were enjoying themselves and having a few laughs, until they saw Applejack with Chase crying in her arms. “Y’all mind if he slept here with us?” she asked. The girls made comments agreeing that he could sleep in for the night. “Did you have a nightmare, darling?” Rarity asked, then gave Chase to Sunset. When Chase was wrapped in her arms, Sunset began to embrace him gently and softly pressed his head on her chest so he could listen to her heartbeat, then she rocked herself back and forth. After Chase went back to sleep, Sunset held on to him covering his ears so that nothing would wake him up.

Few hours later, they all got to sleep, but Chase was still trying to sleep, but he had trouble getting comfy because he couldn’t stop thinking about that nightmare he had. Rarity woke up and saw Chase struggling under the covers. She leaned closer to him and kissed his cheek, then went back to sleep. Sunset quickly took Chase in her arms and wrapped them around him, and he pressed his cheek on her chest. Then, they went back to sleep.

Author's Note

Looks like Chase enjoyed the beach. Hopefully he’ll get to experience the boardwalk after breakfast.

By the way, their swimsuits are from the “Better
Together” beach shorts.

Chapter 15: A Weekend at the Boardwalk, Part 2

As the sun was rising over the horizon of the beach, the warm bright light shined through the window of the room, washing over Chase’s face. He suddenly began to stir before and turned to the other side. Until all of a sudden, Sunset came back wearing a maroon and magenta glittery gradient sundress with her sun symbol in the center and dark brown sandals on her feet. She went to the bed to get her little brother out of bed but quietly.

“Chase? It’s time to get up, sweetie,” Sunset said softly. Chase woke up and saw her next to him. He gave her a hug and cuddled with her. “Good morning, Sunset,” Chase said. “Good morning, Chase,” Sunset replied. “Did you sleep well?” “Yes,” Chase replied. “Hey, we’re going to walk around the boardwalk today. Sound good?” Sunset asked, until Chase replied with a short nod. After she got her brother out of bed, Sunset led him to the living room.

When he got to the living room with Sunset, he saw the girls in their beach outfits. Fluttershy was wearing a pale aqua greenish white shirt with butterflies all over and blue jean shorts with three butterflies and dark pink heeled sandals. Twilight was wearing a dark purple and magenta star spangled sundress with teal and purple sandals. Rarity wore a whitish turquoise sundress with purple diamonds all over and purple sandals with sapphires on the soles. Applejack wore a green ringed reddish orange panted sundress with cyan sun shoes. Pinkie Pie wore a light pink polka dot sundress with blue sandals. Rainbow Dash wore a rainbow colored horizontal striped sleeveless crop top with a knot, cerulean cropped pants, and blue sandals with pale yellow straps and red knotted cloth. She also wore a dark pink and white baseball cap with a rainbow and cloud on her head.

While they waited for him, Rarity and Pinkie Pie brought some cinnamon rolls and fresh black coffee for breakfast on the table, but they got Chase a small bottle of chocolate milk with his. After they had breakfast, Chase was already dressed into a blue Hawaiian shirt, grey cargo shorts, and his casual sneakers. After they got sunscreen on themselves and Chase took Sunset’s hand, they all went to walk the boardwalk.

While they walked on the boardwalk, they decided to check out some of the stores and fun places they have open. First, they went to a clothing store Rarity found and they all tried on a few outfits, causing Chase to laugh hysterically. Second, they went to a candy store Pinkie Pie found and tried some of the salt water taffy and other types candy, then took some to go and have later.

Then, Chase saw a huge dragon plushie at a shooting arcade game. Chase then went to Sunset and showed her the plushie. “Sorry, buddy. We’ll do it another time,” she said, until she gasped and saw him giving her the puppy eyes and hugging her thigh. Sunset smiled warmly and then rubbed his hair, then went over to the game to play it. She paid for one round, then started shooting the targets. When it was over, she won the game and then asked for the dragon plushie and gave it to Chase. He went over and hugged her, then the girls made a “d’awwww” reaction. After that, they all continued on to a restaurant to eat lunch.

At the restaurant, Pinkie Pie ordered a chili dog, Twilight ordered a grilled cheese sandwich, Fluttershy ordered pasta, Sunset ordered lasagna, Applejack and Rainbow Dash got hot dogs, Rarity got an Italian sub, and Chase got a kid’s meal consisting a small plain cheeseburger with fries and soda.

After lunch, they went to an arcade and played a few games. Rainbow Dash danced with Pinkie Pie on the dancing simulator, then beat Sunset in a racing simulation game and they both completed a multiplayer zombie apocalypse simulation game. Applejack played a hunter simulation game. Rainbow Dash shot some basketball hoops. Twilight did some ski ball and air hockey with Fluttershy. Pinkie Pie and Rarity played “Whack-A-Piggy,” Duck Shooters, and a interactive Fruit Ninja game.

Then, Chase went to the kid’s zone and crawled into the jungle gym, until the girls came to look for him. Sunset suddenly saw him playing in the playground with a warm smile and sigh of relief. ‘Well, at least he’s safe,’ she thought to herself. Then she continued to let him have fun in there, as long as she was there to watch him.

Then after 10 minutes, it was time to go back outside to the boardwalk, so Chase came back out, sat down by her sister’s feet, and put his shoes on. Then, he stood up, took her hand, grabbed his dragon plush, and they caught up with the girls and then continued with the boardwalk, until Pinkie Pie came and got everyone some frozen treats.

Rarity got strawberry frozen yogurt with strawberry syrup, white chocolate chips and whipped cream. Twilight got chocolate frozen yogurt with cookie crumbs, nuts, and chocolate syrup. Applejack got a creamsicle with chocolate sprinkles in a cup. Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie got each other an M&M’s flurry. Fluttershy got two scoops of pecan ripple ice cream. Sunset got a mango gelati. Chase got a small soft serve vanilla with rainbow sprinkles in a cup. After they got their ice cream, Pinkie Pie got Chase a duck and cat plushie to go with his dragon plushie. Then they continued to enjoy their day.

After they brought pizza back at the room, they all sat down and ate together. After they were finished, Rarity came up with an amazing idea for half the remainder of the night. “Pardon me, ladies, but I just found a jacuzzi down near the pool!” Rarity said. “I thought we could use this as a perfect way to spend some time in there and warm ourselves up for half of the night.”

Sunset told Chase to remain in the living room until they come back, and Chase replied until he put on his pajamas and sat back down on the couch. Sunset was in her regular swimsuit, and she saw Chase waiting. “Do you think we should do something about Chase? His bedtime’s normally at 9:30.”

“Oh, pff. Kch. Fff. Ts!” Rarity scoffed, wearing her regular swimsuit. “Don’t be ridiculous, darling. We’re right near to the jacuzzi anyhow. I’m sure he’ll be fine. Plus, you’ll see him later. Just put on something he’ll watch on the TV, like a child’s program.”

Sunset nodded, then Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie and Applejack appeared in their new swimsuits, but Twilight and Rainbow Dash wore their casual swimsuits from yesterday. Fluttershy wore a turquoise hourglass shaped bikini with pink butterflies all over. Applejack wore a reddish orange and green shirted bikini. Pinkie Pie wore an dark pink, pink and white hourglass shaped bikini with pale pink balloons all over it.

After they came out, Chase started to blush nervously. Then, Fluttershy came to him and placed her hand on his shoulder, then Sunset took the remote and turned on “Sesame Street” for him to watch. After they left the room, they went to the poolside and then went into the jacuzzi. They all formed a circle and sat down together.

“Ah, this is the life,” Rainbow Dash moaned as she stretched her arms up and spread them out. “Most definitely, darling,” Rarity said. “A perfect night to relax and sit in a jacuzzi with our friends, what a wonderful treat.”

“Ya said it,” Applejack agreed.

Twilight started to look up at the night sky. “I have to say, this is a nice night.”

“Mm-hmm,” they agreed. Rarity started to moan peacefully, “Oh, this is just so relaxing and peaceful, but if only I could just sit in here forever and just calm my senses.” She then sighed softly and moaned, until she leaned back and raised her bare leg up and then wiggled her toes, then lowered it back down.

“I could just sit in here if I need to lower my stress level, or help that person,” Fluttershy said. Then, a couple minutes passed. “Maybe we should get out now?” Twilight asked. “It’s kinda getting late.”

“I’m afraid so. Plus, I’m already wrinkled up.” Rarity said, looking at her wrinkled feet. “Then, let’s get moving,” Rainbow Dash said. They all stood up and got out of the jacuzzi and wrapped themselves in towels, then they all went back inside and got dried off and changed before heading to bed.

Meanwhile, when the girls got ready for bed, they were about to hit the sack, but suddenly a soft sound like the coo of a dove appeared. They turned their heads and saw Chase with his teddy bear in his hands. Sunset realized Chase was ready for bed, so she let him climb into the bed and Sunset tucked him under the covers, then grabbed a book for a bedtime story. “Hey, girls. I’m gonna read to Chase. Is that okay?” Sunset asked. The girls made comments in agreement, and then socialized before they went to sleep.

Few minutes later, Sunset read him “The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle,” then she saw Chase sleeping. After she turned off the light, she climbed into the bed and tucked herself in the covers and embraced Chase closer to her, with his ear closer to the sound of her heartbeat, and gave him a goodnight hug and kiss. “Goodnight, little brother.” Then she went to sleep.

Author's Note

That walk through the boardwalk sounded fun. Plus, the jacuzzi was pretty relaxing.

WARNING: I didn’t want to use some of the book I mentioned so just pretend Sunset read the words to Chase instead.

Chapter 16: A Weekend at the Boardwalk, Part 3

The next day, the sun’s bright glow flared through the window and gently flashed on the girls, causing soft groans, then they shielded their eyes and went back to sleep. As for Sunset, what she saw was Chase’s face softly pressed on her chest, listening to her heartbeat. Sunset kissed him on the cheek and embraced him gently and softly stroked his hair. Then, Chase started to wake up and made a soft moaning noise. “Good morning, Chase,” Sunset said. “Good morning, Sunset,” he replied. “What time is it?” Sunset looked at the clock saying 6:20 am. “It’s still a little early. Do you want to go back to sleep?” Chase nodded. “Okay, maybe a few more minutes or a an hour ought to help.” She then embraced him around her arms again, then they went back to sleep.

After a few more minutes of sleep, it was now 7:15 am, and Sunset started to wake up again, then whispered softly to her little brother. “Chase, wake up.” Chase made soft grunting noises and rubbed his eyes again, then his stomach growled. “Guess someone’s hungry,” Sunset said. “Come on, let’s get you out of bed and feed you some breakfast.” Chase held on to Sunset as she held him in her arms and stood up, then she put him down and they both walked to the kitchen.

When they arrived, Applejack made some French toast, mixed berry sauce, and set up the butter and maple syrup on the table. Then, they all sat down, passed each other some slices, and ate their breakfast together. After they were done eating and when Sunset gave Chase his morning bath, they changed into their regular swimsuits. Then, Chase dried off and put on his swimsuit he wore the other day. It was officially time to go hit for the beach.

When they got there, they set up both their mat and chairs and placed their bags down, then put up the umbrella and applied themselves with sunscreen. Sunset rubbed some sunscreen on Chase, then she sat down and took a nap in the shade. Rarity sat next to her and rubbed some of her suntan oils on her skin, then she flipped her shaded over her eyes, leaned back, and unfolded her suntan mirror and had one leg bent and the other straight, then started to enjoy some relaxing while giving herself a suntan. Twilight was also next to her reading a book. “Hey, Chase. Why don’t you go find some more seashells and bring them here? Just don’t go to far,” Sunset said. Chase nodded, then Sunset gave him a kiss on his forehead before he ran off to collect some seashells. Sunset and her chair sitting friends smiled warmly at Chase, then they enjoyed their relaxing, until they heard Chase screaming.

They saw him running towards Sunset and hugging her neck. “Chase? Whatever’s the matter, darling?” Rarity asked, stroking Chase’s shoulder as Sunset hugged him. Chase cried and told them that he got pinched by a crab when he was picking up seashells and building a sandcastle. Sunset saw a few crabs trashing his sandcastle. Spike growled and scared them away by barking at them. Then, the brave little pup came back and laid down on Twilight’s lap. Sunset saw Chase still crying from his sandcastle being destroyed, so she thought of an idea that could cheer him up. “Hey, Rainbow Dash? Could you and Applejack take Chase and do some surfing?” Sunset asked. Then, Rainbow Dash thought of an idea about how to not lose Chase. “I think I can manage something like that. When we come back, we’ll all swim together,” Rainbow Dash said. “Come on, buddy. You’re riding with me.” Chase then took Rainbow Dash’s hand.

While they were in the water and paddling forward on their surfboards, Rainbow Dash and Applejack got ready for the big wave. “Okay, Chase. We’re about to start soon,” Rainbow Dash said, as she stood up and saw Chase shaking nervously. “Don’t worry, buddy. If you wanna hold on to me, go ahead. Just don’t let go.” Chase nodded and wrapped his arms around her leg, then the wave grew and both Rainbow Dash and Applejack were surfing. While Chase held onto the rainbow haired girl’s leg, he took a peek and began laughing at this moment and enjoyed it. Rainbow Dash looked at him and then looked back at the water wave. Chase then leaned his cheek on Rainbow Dash’s hip and gave her a thank you hug. After the wave ended, they went back to the shore and walked over to the spot to put down their surfboards.

After they got back, they had a variety of hoagies for lunch, but they got Chase a small root beer and a small plain ham and cheese hoagie. After lunch, Fluttershy and Chase were scooping up some seashells, Pinkie Pie was building a sandcastle, Applejack and Rainbow Dash were playing volleyball, Twilight played frisbee with her dog, Spike, and Rarity and Sunset were sitting in the shade.

Soon after playing in the sand, they were all now swimming and splashing in the ocean having fun and riding the waves. While they were riding the waves, Rainbow Dash snuck up behind Chase and restrained him, then tickled his ribs and Chase laughed hysterically. “Hey, you wanna go underwater?” Rainbow Dash asked. “Yeah!” Chase said, as he flipped his goggles over his eyes. They both held their breath and dunk under the water, Chase saw Rainbow Dash’s hair waving like crazy, then he swam to her and gave her a hug. Then, she held him and then pulled themselves out of the water to get herself and Chase some air. “Was that fun?” Rainbow Dash asked. Chase giggled and leaned his head on her shoulder with a warm smile and hugged her. Rainbow Dash smiled warmly and then gave Chase to Sunset. “Can I do it again? I found something underneath.” Chase asked. Sunset nodded then dunked Chase under the water and he grabbed what appeared to be an oyster with something glowing, then returned from underwater. “You found an oyster,” Sunset said. “I wanna give it to Rarity!” Chase said, then Sunset’s heart melted and then she saw the girls heading back to the shore, and followed them with Chase in her arms.

Once they got back, they stretched and dried off. “That precisely was a wonderfully relaxing swim.” Rarity moaned while bending her back and stretching her arms. “Rarity, Chase has something for you,” Sunset said. “Oh? What do you have darling?” Rarity asked as she bent her knees. Chase took out the oyster from his pocket and showed her the pearl. “*gasps* Is that an oyster pearl?! It’s magnificent!” Rarity said as she blinked her eyes seductively, then Chase closed the oyster and gave it to her. “Is this for me?” Rarity asked. “Awwww... you’re too sweet.” She hugged Chase and gave him a kiss on the cheek.

After they left the beach, it was time to pack up and go home, but first they needed to dry off and get some of the sand off before sitting in the van again. After they finally packed up, they cleaned up their beach gear and carried them downstairs with their suitcases. Chase carried his bags and the plushies he got yesterday, but Applejack was kind to carry his dragon plushie.

After they finished packing up their stuff into the trunk of the van, they got in and took their seats, and Applejack took the driver’s seat again. Chase held his dragon plushie and sat next to Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, and Rarity. “So, who had fun this weekend?” Rainbow Dash asked, until the girls made agreeable comments and laughs. “Did you have fun, sugarcube?” Applejack asked. Chase nodded. “Can we do this again next time?” They all agreed again, then the van left for home.

On the way home, Chase started to get sleepy, and he rubbed his eyes and yawned. Rainbow Dash smiled warmly at the boy next to her. “You okay, little buddy?” she asked. Chase nodded, then Rainbow Dash patted her lap. “You can lay down on my lap if you want.” Chase then scooted closer and laid down on the rainbow haired girl’s lap. Rainbow Dash smiled warmly and made the sleeping boy comfy by stroking his hair and rubbing his back. “It’s gonna be a while, buddy. But I’ll let you know when we get there.” Chase nodded and fell asleep, then Rainbow Dash looked out the window. Rarity placed his legs on her lap.

Few hours later, they finally crossed the bridge and made it through the highway, then made it back to Canterlot City. After they stopped for dinner, Sunset and Chase were first. “Chase, wake up, buddy,” Rainbow Dash said. Chase woke up and saw Sunset reaching her arms for him, then he grabbed his stuff, carefully got off Rainbow Dash’s lap, and Sunset lifted him up and placed him down. Applejack went towards them with their stuff and helped carry them inside the apartment. Then, Applejack went back to the van, but Chase gave her a thank you hug on her leg. “You’re welcome, Chase.” Applejack said, then she went back to the van and drove the others home. Sunset and Chase then had their dinner and went upstairs to change into their pajamas.

After Sunset gave Chase his nighttime bath and let him change, Sunset went to the laundry room and washed their clothes from the beach.

Meanwhile, Sunset came to the living room and Chase playing “cowboys” with his toys and made the living room into a western town “Chase, what are you doing?” Then his pig plushie appeared holding a gun and wearing a western bandit uniform. “Alright, y’all! This is a stickup! Nobody move!” The pig pointed his gun at Sunset. “Alright, little lady! Get over there with the hostages!” Sunset raised her hands up and kneeled down with his toys who were tied up. “Uh, is this a joke or something?” “Quiet, Shimmer, or y’all get blown to smithereens!” The pig said. “Oh no! What am I ever going to do?” Sunset said dramatically. Suddenly, Chase appeared wearing a cowboy costume and riding his stick horse, and pointed out his gun. “Reach for the sky!” “Oh no! Sheriff Chase!” The pig said. “You got a date with justice, Wild Porker! ‘D’oh! Foiled again!’” Chase then shot his gun at the pig’s hand and unarmed him, then tied him up with his jump rope. “Y’er goin’ to jail, fella.” Chase then put the pig in the cardboard box labeled “jail,” then untied Sunset. “Thank you, sheriff,” she said.

After Sunset tucked Chase into bed, she leaned forward and kissed him softly on the cheek. “Goodnight, Chase. I’ll see you in the morning,” Sunset said as she turned off the light and closed the door and left the room. Then, Chase went to sleep and cuddled with his teddy bear.

Author's Note

Sounds like Chase had fun at the boardwalk. But this Spring Break lasts up to a week.

Chapter 17: Caring for a Sick Brother

The next morning, Sunset was making herself some breakfast and sat down and read a magazine while eating a plate full of scrambled eggs and bacon, then she heard Chase come down. “Good morning, Chase,” she said. “Hi, Sunset,” Chase said in a soft raspy voice, then coughed uncontrollably. “Are you okay?” Sunset asked, then she went to him and kneeled down and pressed her hands on his forehead. “You feel really warm. I’ll check your temperature later.” Sunset made Chase some oatmeal and gave him some orange juice.

Few minutes later, Sunset took Chase to the bathroom upstairs, and sat him down on the toilet. Then, she placed a thermometer in his mouth to check his temperature after she stripped him from his clothes and wrapped him in a towel, then after it beeped, it read “100.4 F.” Sunset was worried that he was getting sick. “Looks like you’ve got a small fever, Sunset said. Chase was very sad. “How about after a nice warm bath, we can cuddle for a bit until your nap time?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded, until Sunset filled the bathtub with warm bubbly water. Then, Sunset bathed Chase, dried him off, and gave him a clean pair of clothes. After Chase brushed his teeth, he went downstairs to the living room and sat on Sunset’s lap. She wrapped Chase’s blanket around him and embraced him, until he laid his head on her chest and listened to her heartbeat. Sunset slowly rocked back and forth for a few minutes until she saw Chase sleeping. She got up and took him upstairs to his bedroom and placed him on his bed, then left the room and texted her friends about Chase’s fever. She decided to let him sleep for the rest of the day and buy some groceries and medicine from the pharmacy.

While Sunset came back from the grocery store and pharmacy, she was worried about Chase. She went upstairs to check on him, then she saw his clothes on his bed’s blanket, then saw him laying on the bed not wearing his shirt and had his blanket around his legs. She kneeled down placed her hand on his forehead, then gasped in shock. “Oh, dear God. Chase, your fever’s burning up!” Sunset exclaimed as she cradled him in a hug. Then, she texted her friends that Chase’s fever burned up after she carried him downstairs, laid him down on the couch and wrapped his blanket around him.

Sunset began to see Chase sneezing and coughing, so she grabbed some bottles of water and a few tissues. Then, she poured a spoonful of grape flavored liquid diarrhea and fever medicine, but Chase sobbed. “Shhhhhh. It’s okay, Chase. It’s gonna help you.” Sunset said, and placed the spoon into his mouth, until Chase swallowed the medicine. “Sunset, I threw up.”

“Did you do it in the bathroom?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded. “Good.” Chase then realized she wasn’t with her friends. “Why aren’t you with your friends?”

“Relax, Chase.” Sunset replied. “I texted them, and they said we’ll get together once you get better.” Chase sobbed. “Don’t worry, Chase. I’ll stay here and take care of you.” Chase nodded. “Here, blow your nose.” Sunset placed the tissue over his nose, and then he blew on it. “Good job. Does your head hurt?” Chase nodded. “Okay, that’s because a fever causes a headache. Now, just wait here and I’ll be right back with an ice pack.” Sunset got up and went to retrieve an filled up a ice pack with cold water and ice. When she came back and placed it on his forehead, then she leaned forward to give him a tender kiss on his cheek. “Sunset.” Chase moaned.

“What is it, Chase?” Sunset asked. “My tummy hurts.” Chase said, before he coughed. “Aww...” Sunset cooed. “Do you want me to rub it?” Chase nodded. Sunset rubbed his belly softly and stroked his hair while his fever would stop. Then, he napped for a couple minutes after she finished rubbing his belly and patted it.

While Chase was napping, Sunset went to the kitchen and made her sick brother some chicken noodle soup for dinner and brought it to him. She sat down and gave him a few spoonfuls after softly blowing on them. After she finished feeding him his soup and took his bowl to the kitchen, she sat back down on the couch, but this time, she let Chase lay on his back on her lap and Sunset rubbed his belly again and held his head with her other hand. She stopped rubbing his belly and placed her hand on his chest so that he can embrace her fingers. “By the way, was it hot in here or did you want to take them off because of your temperature?”

“I was sweating and my head hurt,” Chase explained. “So, you took off your clothes and wrapped yourself in your blanket?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded, then Sunset decided to read him a book. She found a copy of “Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat” and read it to him.

After she finished reading him the book, she took him upstairs and gave him one more bath before bedtime. Then, after he put on his pajamas, Sunset took him to her bedroom and tucked him under her blanket. “Sunset, can you read me this again?” Chase asked holding a book copy of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle.” “Sure,” Sunset said, then patted on the empty spot next to her. “Come lean by my side and I’ll read to you.” Chase scooted closer then leaned by Sunset’s hip and laid his head towards the side of her belly. Sunset placed her elbow gently on him and then read the book. After she finished the book, she leaned down and kissed his forehead, then shut off her light, placed a pillow underneath Chase’s back and then went to sleep with Chase by her side.

The next day, Sunset woke up and placed her hand on Chase’s forehead to check his temperature. He was still warm and then decided to carefully take him downstairs and make him some applesauce for breakfast. After Chase woke up laying on the couch in his dinosaur pajamas, Sunset came over and handed him a bowl of applesauce.

After he was finished with his breakfast, Sunset gave him another spoonful of his medicine. “Sunset, can I stay in my pajamas for today? I don’t feel like changing today,” Chase asked. “Of course you can, sweetie,” Sunset said. “Come on. Let’s go sit on the couch.” Chase then took her hand and they both sat down on the couch, and Chase wrapped his blanket around him and Sunset’s entire lower body, then he leaned next to her torso and laid his head on her chest, softly listening to her heartbeat. Sunset embraced the boy in her arms and then she leaned towards one side of the couch. Chase finally began cuddling with his big sister.

After a nice nap, Sunset woke up and saw Chase sleeping like a baby. Until the doorbell rang, she tried to get up without waking him and went to answer the door. When she opened it, Twilight Velvet and Cadence were there. “What’re you guys doing here?” Sunset asked, as she let them inside. “We heard that your brother was sick with a fever,” Twilight Velvet said. “So we thought we could help,” Cadence said. “Well, I’m glad. But he’s asleep right now,” Sunset said. “Sunset? Who’s there?” Chase asked in a soft raspy voice, then he coughed. “Aww, poor baby,” Twilight Velvet said as she went over and laid him on her lap. “Hello, sweetheart. Do you remember me?” “Miss Velvet!” Chase replied, hugging her waist. “Aww, aren’t you the sweetest thing? I also brought someone with me.” Chase turned to Cadence, who was wearing her regular clothes. “CADY!” Chase exclaimed, then coughed uncontrollably for two seconds. “Shhhhhh... don’t worry, dearie. We’ll make sure you get better,” Twilight Velvet said calmly. “He also said he wants to do pajamas today, but he still needs a bath.” Sunset said. “How about if I give him a bath while you two socialize?” Twilight Velvet asked. Sunset and Cadence nodded as Twilight Velvet took the sick boy upstairs for a bath.

“I’m sorry about Chase being this way. You must be lucky that he has you as a sister who wants to love him,” Cadence said. “Thanks, Cadence. By the way, I heard you guys got a new principal.” “This one officially applied to replace Principal Cinch at Crystal Prep Academy. She’s very generous, and I’m glad we’ve managed to start fresh,” Cadence said. “That’s awesome. I really was expecting for the school to have a little kindness.” Sunset said.

Meanwhile, Twilight Velvet was bathing Chase. “So, how was your beach trip, dear?” she asked while scrubbing his hair. “We had so much fun! We swam in the water, collected seashells, built sandcastles, walked the boardwalk, and I got new toys and surfed with Rainbow Dash!” Chase explained happily, then sneezed twice. “Gesundheit,” Twilight Velvet said, after Chase sniffed. Then, Miss Velvet scrubbed a soapy wash rag full of body wash all over Chase’s body and then rinsed him with a jug full of water. After she removed Chase from the bathtub and dried him off, she gave him his blue shark camouflage footsie pajamas and helped him put them on, and then zippered his pajamas all the way up.

Then Miss Velvet carried Chase and his blanket downstairs and sat down next to Cadence after she put him down. Chase went for his dragon plushie and showed it to Cadence and Twilight Velvet. They both adored his plushie, then the three adults started chatting. Chase went over to Sunset and laid on her lap. Sunset looked down at him and smiled warmly. “Are you tired?” Sunset asked, as Chase nodded and softly yawned and coughed. “Here, lay down towards me.” Chase then laid down on his back and Sunset unzipped his pajamas but left the rest of them on after she tied the sleeves around his waist. She then held his head under her hand and then placed her other hand on his chest and belly.

After Chase was asleep, they continued to chat, but Chase started sobbing again and coughed uncontrollably. “Oh no, his fever is acting up again!” Sunset exclaimed. Miss Velvet brought over a small bottle of antipyretic fluid, then she handed it to Sunset and she poured a small spoonful of it. “I hope this works. Okay, buddy. Got some medicine for you.” Chase nervously tried to avoid. “Chase, it’s okay. It’s only medicine.” Chase sniffed and took the spoonful of medicine, and swallowed it. “There you go. Good boy,” Sunset said, as she patted his belly gently, then rubbed it. “I’ll go to the kitchen and make him some lunch,” Twilight Velvet said, as she went to the kitchen to chop some vegetables. Cadence came back and placed a cold compress on his forehead. Chase had tears from his eyes and his nose was leaking and full of snot. Cadence gave Chase a tissue and let him blow to nose.

After he finished blowing his nose, Twilight Velvet came back with a bowl full of chicken noodle soup with vegetables. “Come here, sweetheart,” She said patting her lap. Sunset stood up and then placed him carefully on Twilight Velvet’s lap. Chase leaned on her chest and then Twilight Velvet began to blow on his spoonful and fed it to the poor boy. He then swallowed all of the spoonfuls she gave him and then drank a glass of water. Twilight Velvet then wrapped him in for a hug, then Cadence took him and let him rest his head on her soft chest for a couple of minutes. “Do you two want to stay for dinner?” Sunset asked. “That would be wonderful, dear,” Miss Velvet said. “How about if I make some chicken pot pie, since poor little Chase is sick?” Sunset and Cadence nodded. “I have to fill out some forms on my laptop, so I’ll be in the kitchen working if you don’t mind,” Cadence said. Sunset nodded and then went to read a book.

Few hours later...

While Miss Velvet was cooking and Cadence was typing, Sunset saw Chase wake up and saw tears in his eyes and then went to him, with a different book. “Chase, I’m going to read you a different book this time,” Sunset said as she grabbed a copy of “Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hatches The Egg,” and sat down with him so that they can read it together. After they finished reading the book, dinner was finally ready. Chase sat next to Sunset and then Miss Velvet gave him some of the pot pie. Chase liked it.

After Miss Velvet and Cadence went home, Sunset gave Chase a mucus relief pill and his grape flavored fever medicine, then took him upstairs to bed and let him get ready. She then took him to her bedroom because he was still sick and she wanted to let him get comfy. She placed a couple of pillows underneath him so that his congestion would slow down. Then, she kissed him softly and then turned off the light and went to sleep.

Then next morning, Sunset woke up and saw Chase sleeping, but after she touched his forehead, he was feeling so much better and his fever was gone. “Chase, wake up,” Sunset said. “Your fever’s gone.” Chase woke up and realized his tummy doesn’t hurt anymore, his throat was not scratchy, and his sinuses weren’t stuffy anymore. He was relieved from his sickness.

“Hey, Chase. Since you’re feeling better, how about we go to the park with our friends for a picnic?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded in excitement. “Okay. Get dressed and I’ll make you some waffles. Okay?” Chase nodded and went to his room to get dressed.

Author's Note

Finally, Chase is cured from his fever! :pinkiehappy:

Chapter 18: Playground and Dinner Showtime

After they finished breakfast and got cleaned up, Sunset packed a picnic basket full of sandwiches, fruits and vegetables, snacks, and drinks. Then, they left for the park.

When they arrived, they saw Rarity, Applejack, Twilight, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, and Spike near the playground. Sunset and Chase went to go sit with them on one of the picnic tables. Chase went to go play on the playground. Rainbow Dash brought her balls and Fluttershy brought some of her animal friends. “So, how’s Chase feeling?” Rarity asked. “Oh, he’s feeling a lot better,” Sunset said. “Thanks to your mother’s pot pie, Twilight, he was so happy.” “Well, I’m glad,” Twilight said. Angel poked Fluttershy’s hand and pointed at Chase, and he was having trouble trying to push himself on the swings. “Oh, he needs someone to push him on the swing,” Fluttershy said. “I’ve got this one,” Applejack said, as she got up and went to help Chase.

Chase kept swinging, but his legs couldn’t reach. “I got it, sugarcube,” a voice said. It was Applejack who was giving him a gentle boost on the swing. She kept pushing Chase until he was higher enough. “Okay, I’ll watch over you from right here,” she said after leaning over on the swing pole. Few minutes later, Chase got tired of swinging, so Applejack slowed him down and let him off. “Chase, lunchtime!” Sunset said as he ran over to the group. Chase saw them eating some sandwiches, including ham and cheese, cucumber, and bologna and cheese. They also had apple slices, pear slices, a variety of cheese and crackers, vegetables with ranch dressing, and some root beer. “Chase? Are you alright, darling?” Rarity asked, as she saw him with a sad face like he didn’t get anything to eat. “Don’t worry, Chase. We made sure there’s some food for you,” Sunset said. Chase smiled softly, but frowned because he didn’t know where to sit. “Chase, come here. You can sit with me. I’ll even let you pet Spike,” Twilight said. Chase went over and sat next to her. Sunset gave Twilight the basket and then Twilight took out Chase’s sandwich and snacks and gave them to him. Chase then ate his lunch, and so did the others.

After their picnic was over, they decided to split into groups and do whatever they want. Chase was all alone, but he wanted Sunset to play with him.

“Girls, I have bad news. Chase’s aunt has escaped from prison. She’s gonna come for Chase! And what’s worse, she’s either gonna take him back or... she might kill him!” Sunset said, as the girls gasped in shock. Chase was beginning to feel scared about his aunt coming for him and plotting to kill him, so he went to Rarity for comfort and stood by her and hugged her leg, until she patted his head and stroked his hands that were stroking her knee. “It’s alright, darling. No one’s going to hurt you, not while you have us to protect you,” Rarity said, as she winked her eye at him. Chase nodded and then Fluttershy took him and held him in a comforting embrace to calm him down. “Don’t you worry, Chase. We’ll make sure she doesn’t get to you. Because I’d like to give her a piece of my mind,” Rainbow Dash said in a tough tone. “I agree, sugarcube, but as Sunset’s friends, it’s our job to look out for her and her brother, unless absolutely necessary,” Applejack stated. “I know something that might cheer him up and make him forget about his aunt,” Rarity said. “How about we go out to dinner tonight? There’s a performance there. Would that be alright, Chase?” Chase nodded after he wiped a tear from his face. “Let’s go play on the playground and have some fun for a little bit,” Sunset said. “Me and Applejack are gonna play catch with my football,” Rainbow Dash said. Sunset took Chase to the jungle gym and let him play. He climbed on the monkey bars, slid down the slide, climbed some stairs, played with the interactive gaming set ups including tic-tac-toe, matching puzzles, and then played on the jungle gym styled pirate ship, fire truck, and express train. Then, he rode the rocking unicorn, duck, and turtle.

Chase went on the swings again, but this time Rarity was giving him some pushes. Chase giggled after every push, and Rarity smiled warmly. When he was done, Chase got off the swing and gave the fashion girl a hug, “Thank you.” Rarity smiled and then hugged him back. Sunset smiled warmly and then started to feel worried about his aunt wanting to hurt him. She went over and placed her hand on his shoulder, then her eyes had a white blind neon glow as she began to look into his memories.

She saw a flashback of him with a woman who had blonde hair, blue eyes, and wore a light pink fleecy shirt and sky blue skirt and white high heels. Next to her was a man with brown hair like Chase, green eyes, a brown beard, and he wore a dark green plaid flannel with tan khaki pants and brown work shoes. They were no other than his mother and father. Sunset began to see some happy moments with Chase and his parents on birthdays, holidays, Chase getting cuts, scrapes and bruises, and some playful times together. Then, she saw a happy moment about Chase being born, and the car crash incident. She looked closer at the figure in the truck that rammed his parents’s car over and then found out that his aunt was the one responsible. Chase, as a 3 year old boy, was in the car trapped inside, until police officers, firemen, and the medics appeared. She saw another flashback of his parent’s funeral and how Chase was abused by his aunt, causing him to cry. Then, Sunset stopped looking and gasped for air.

“Oh dear God!” Sunset exclaimed. “What is it, darling?” Rarity asked. “Girls, I just saw something in Chase’s memories! His aunt was the one who caused the car incident. She was jealous about her nephew being loved more by his mother.” The girls gasped in shock and anger. Chase realized that his aunt was now a murderer, then he began to make a sad face with a broken heart. “S-S-She k-ki-k-killed m-m-my mommy and d-d-daddy?” Chase asked softly, Sunset nodded with tears in her eyes, then Chase began to cry. “Mommy!” Rarity and Twilight kneeled down, “Aww, Chase...” Twilight said. “I’m so sorry, darling,” Rarity said, until the poor boy went to Rarity and hugged her tightly and cried on her shoulders, as she lifted him up in her arms and held him, rubbed his back, stroked his hair, and shushed him softly. “Shhhhhh... There, there. Everything’s going to be alright, Chase.” she said softly, as he continued to cry and he buried his face in her hair. “Mommy... Daddy...” Chase whimpered. “Shhhhhh... It’s alright now, darling,” Rarity said softly, then kissed his cheek. Sunset came over and took him in her arms and placed his head on her chest so that he can listen to her heartbeat. She then thought of a song that can calm him down.

After the song ended, Chase felt better, then the sun was almost ready to set, meaning it was time to stop at the house and go to the restaurant Rarity mentioned. “Before we go, when should we meet to go out together?” Sunset asked. “I would say like around 5:30 perhaps?” Rarity asked back. “I guess it works for me,” Applejack replied. “Ooh! Ooh! Me too! Me too!” Pinkie Pie added. “Count me in!” Rainbow Dash agreed, as the others nodded in agreement.

After Chase and Sunset were ready to go, they saw Applejack’s truck outside. Applejack was driving, and the others were in the back. “You guys coming or what?” Rainbow Dash asked as she opened the door and let Sunset and Chase inside. Then, they drove to the restaurant that was called “The Neon Moonrise.” Sunset sat in the first row next to Rainbow Dash and Twilight and Chase laid on Rarity’s lap in the back row along with Pinkie Pie and Fluttershy.

While they were driving there, Sunset got curious about the Neon Moonrise. “So, are you saying this restaurant is some kind of restaurant that has a bar and a stage for performances and singing?” Sunset said. “Don’t you think this might be inappropriate for a 4 year old boy?” “Oh, don’t be ridiculous, darling. I looked up the age recommendations and found out it is suitable for children,” Rarity explained. “Oh, okay,” Sunset said. “Plus, from the reviews I’ve recently read, a lot of them said that the food is really delectably delicious and scrumptious, and that the entertainment there is really amazingly spectacular, and positively well entertaining for children as well,” Rarity said. “I just thought it’d be a perfect place for us to sit and grab a bite to eat there for tonight. Plus, they have a kids menu, so don’t worry, Chase. I’m sure they’ll have something for you to eat.” “Okay, Rarity.” Chase said, then slept until they would arrive.

Until they finally arrived at the restaurant, they parked in the lot outside and near the entrance of the restaurant. After they got out of the truck, they saw the sign glowing with multicolored neon lights, and walked inside. When they entered the restaurant, they saw everyone was getting situated with their meals, until they appeared to the hosting desk.

“How many?” she asked. “Uh, party for seven, please.” Sunset said, and then the hostess nodded and lead them to their table, handed them their menus and walked away. Chase saw the kids menu on the back side and looked through it, and the girls looked through their menus and decided what to order. Until their waitress came and asked what they would like to drink, Sunset ordered a Diet Coke, Twilight ordered a Sprite, Fluttershy ordered a Sprite, Applejack ordered some root beer, Rainbow Dash ordered a Coke, Pinkie Pie ordered a Dr. Pepper, Rarity ordered an unsweetened iced tea with a lemon, and Chase ordered a kid’s Coke. Chase did some coloring in his coloring books, until their waitress came back with their drinks, then the girls and Chase were ready to order. Sunset ordered a beef lasagna, Twilight ordered a grilled cheese sandwich with coleslaw and fries, Fluttershy ordered fish and chips, Applejack ordered a turkey pot pie, Rainbow Dash ordered a cheeseburger, Pinkie Pie ordered less spicy hot wings with the cheese and red dips, Rarity ordered some risotto with a chicken salad, and Chase ordered some chicken tenders and fries, and asked for ketchup on the side.

While waiting for their waitress with their orders, they decided to talk. “So, I guess this place isn’t bad after all. Looks kinda nice,” Twilight said. “It’s kinda colorful, and somehow pretty neat,” Sunset said. “I know,” Rarity said. Chase looked at his locket and smiled softly and warmly at the picture with his parents and him as a newborn baby. Then, he started having tears in his eyes. Sunset rubbed his cheek with her thumb and then placed her arm around his shoulder. “It’s alright, darling. They aren’t gone forever. They’re still with you in your heart,” Rarity said kindly, then Sunset kissed his forehead. Then suddenly, their waitress came back with their food. Once they were all served their dinner, they began to eat.

While they ate their food, they began to realize how good it was. “How’s the food, darling?” Rarity asked. “It’s good,” Chase replied, as he dipped a chicken tender into ketchup and ate it. “Mmm! These hot wings are delish!” Pinkie Pie exclaimed dipping a hot wing into cheese dip, and eating it. “Well, Rarity. I guess this place was indeed a good place to start,” Applejack said, patting her belly after finishing her pot pie. “Yeah, I’d be totally cool with it,” Rainbow Dash said. “We should probably start coming here more often or anytime we want.”

“Well, I’m glad that I happen to know some of the best spots in Canterlot City. Either new or currently attractive,” Rarity said.

Then suddenly, the lights dimmed, and a male announcer appeared on stage and spoke up to the microphone. “What is up, ladies and gents? It’s indeed that time once again! Time to rock this groovy joint!” he said in a DJ voice, while the customers made an applause, and Sunset covered Chase’s ears because it was too loud. “So, ladies and gentlemen, without further ado, what do y’all say we give a big... fat... warm welcome... for three special people who just came from out of town! That’s right! Three attractive guest singers are here to join and sing for us good folk here at The Neon Moonrise! So, then once again... let’s get ready for tonight’s big hit with these special teenage queens in the house tonight! Ladies and gentlemen, since we’ve got no time to chit-chat and that I’ve said too much already, please welcome the trio of super hot and powerfully funky divas... The Dazzlings!”

Then the crowd cheered and applauded as the announcer stepped of the stage. “Sunset, who are the Dazzlings?” Chase asked, while hiding behind Rarity. “They’re some old rivals of ours,” Sunset replied, stroking his hair. “I wonder what they’re up too,” Rarity said. “I don’t even wanna guess,” Fluttershy said. Then, the lights dimmed a little bit, then colorful lights shown three women in dancing poses. “Looks like we’re about to find out,” Twilight said. Then, when green mist appeared from the stage, one leg stepped out of the curtain and lifted its heel up, then the curtains slowly unfolded and revealed three girls the same age as Sunset and the girls, then they walked out slowly.

One of them had pale magenta skin, purple eyes, purple hair with turquoise streaks tied in pigtails with silver star hairbands, and she wore a navy blue waist vest sleeveless top, a lime green skirt, turquoise and white horizontal striped fingerless sleeved gloves, magenta and white horizontal striped leggings, and purple ankle strapped Mary Jane pumps with two star music note symbol buckles on the foot straps.

The other had pale cyan skin, reddish pink eyes, cerulean hair with navy blue streaks in a ponytail, and she wore a pink horizontal striped fleecy t-shirt with a black tie, a blackish pink skirt and sleeved fabric gauntlets, pink knee high boots with darkish pink pumped soles and cyan shoelaces.

The third in the middle had golden yellow skin, magenta eyes, orange puffy hair with golden yellow streaks and a purple and black spiked hairband, and she wore a purple puffy sleeved jacket with a black gold spiked collar and with a triangular patterned lavender shirt inside, a large two layered tutu purple and lavender skirt, spiked bracelets and regular gold bracelets, a gold spiked belt with a gold diamond buckle, lavender patterned pump heeled boots with darkish purple straps and musical notes with gold diamonds on the straps. On their necks, they had necklaces that had gold amulets holding a red ruby.

The crowd made some wolf whistles and made some positive comments. Meanwhile, Chase hid behind Rarity’s back side feeling nervous, when she and Sunset comforted him. The three were about to sing, then the DJ cracked a tune for them, and the three divas began to dance and sing when the music started.

While they were singing and dancing in sync, they suddenly walked off the stage and wandered around the restaurant to attract some other men with their super-powered beauty. Chase took a peek and watched them swaying their hips, tapping and stomping their feet, moving their arms, legs, and hands, and whipping their hair. Until suddenly, the orange haired girl saw Chase looking at her, then he hid himself behind Rarity again. A smirk grew on her face, then snapped her fingers twice and motioned the other two girls to follow her.

Sunset and the girls realized that they were approaching to their table. The lead girl kneeled behind an empty seat at an empty table and sashayed behind him and ran her fingers through his hair, until the pigtailed girl kneeled next the other side and ran her two fingers along his right shoulder and patted his cheek gently, and then the ponytailed girl was on the other side that had no wall and pinched his cheek, then stroked his shoulder. Sunset rolled her eyes and saw the ponytailed girl lean forward and give Chase a small kiss on the cheek. Then, the Dazzlings went back up on stage to finish their song. When it ended, they made a pose.

The crowd applauded, Sunset and the girls were amazed but Sunset saw Chase’s cheek covered in blue lipstick. The lead girl saw Chase embarrassingly blushing, then gave him a wink. Chase nuzzled in Sunset’s chest whimpering, until she embraced Chase and stroked his hair. “Shhhhhh... It’s okay,” Sunset said. The orange haired girl saw how scared Chase was, then decided to sing one more song. “You there, give us another tune!” she said. Then, they began to dance and sing again. But they did it on stage this time.

While they were singing, they made some moves by swaying their hips either with or without their hands on each side or on both sides, motioning their arms and hands, snapping their fingers, swinging their legs a little, and whipping their hair back and forth. When they finished they made poses.

The crowd applauded for their performances as they left for the back curtain. “Well, let’s thank our guests for a lovely evening! Till next time, be sure to tip your waitresses on your way home! Thank y’all and good night!” The announcer said, as the crowd applauded as he left the stage, and then they realized Chase was smiling softly and softly blushing. Rarity and Sunset smiled warmly.

After they finished up some of their meal and got the rest into boxes and paid for the check, they then left their table. Chase, holding Sunset’s hand, was still thinking about the Dazzlings’s performance. As they were on their way to the door, they heard a voice speak up, “Hello there.”

They stopped for a second and turned around and saw the Dazzlings walking up to them. “Can we help you?” Sunset asked.

“Well, we’re actually done for the night and about to head home, until we saw you all here,” the orange haired girl explained. “We then realized you had someone with you, am I right?” Sunset nodded as she patted Chase’s head as he was hiding behind her leg shaking like a leaf. “By the way, what did you think about our performances?” she asked.

“It was heavenly, darling. Quite smashing,” Rarity said. “Well, I’m glad. By the way, I know we’ve already met you and that you defeated us before since the Battle of the Bands, but we’ve been thinking about forming a permanent peace treaty, so let’s start over and introduce ourselves. I’m Adagio Dazzle,” the orange haired girl began as she shook Sunset’s hand. “This is Aria Blaze,” she pointed at the pigtailed girl on her right side, “and this is Sonata Dusk.” she pointed at the ponytailed girl. “And who might you be, little guy?” she asked Chase.

“Sorry. He’s very shy. This is my brother, Chase. Well, I’m adopting him as my brother.” Sunset said. Chase made a small wave, “H-Hi.”

“Awww, he’s so cute!” Sonata exclaimed, kneeling down and placing her hands on his cheeks.

“Chase. That’s kind of a cute name for such a cute little boy like him,” Aria said.

Sunset nodded, then introduced herself and her friends, “By the way, let me introduce ourselves. I’m his sister, Sunset Shimmer. And these are my friends Twilight Sparkle, Rainbow Dash, Applejack, Rarity, Pinkie Pie and Fluttershy.”

“Pleasure,” Adagio spoke, as the three looked at them and shook hands with the six girls.

“So, you three work as entertainment on a daily basis?” Applejack asked.

“Oh, yes we do,” Adagio said. “You see, when the restaurant opened up, they were beginning to hold up auditions for entertainment. Me and the girls couldn’t stop thinking about passing up such an amazing opportunity to express our singing voices.”

“Then, after one show, BOOM! They then hired us up and soon, we became the place’s local favorites,” Aria added on. “The crowds just can’t stop getting enough out of us. We just love singing!” Sonata said. “By the way, we’re sorry about the way we acted on your brother. We were just playing with him.”

“It’s kinda our thing. We treat kids with kindness our way,” Adagio explained. “Oh, really?” Rarity asked. Adagio nodded. “Don’t worry, we forgive you,” Sunset said. “Oooooh! What pretty ruby necklaces you have!” Pinkie Pie exclaimed. “Oh, you like them? We call them our lucky charms.” Adagio said, until she saw Chase looking at her ruby, then she kneeled down and let him touch it. “It’s very pretty,” Chase said, then Adagio’s heart melted after his kind words. After a short hug, she stood back up, then Twilight made a statement, “One more thing. When we heard you sing, it almost sounded like a siren’s vocal choir.” Adagio smirked, “Don’t worry. We’re just really good at singing. And we use green lights when the mist appears. It’s just a stage effect.” Twilight understood what they meant, then Sunset took Chase in her arms and the girls walked to their truck and took their seats. Before they left, Adagio knocked the window. Sunset lowered it and Adagio gave her a calling card. “Call us if you want. We’re available anytime,” Adagio said, as Sunset nodded and gave them her number on a sticky note. “Chase, it was nice meeting you. You haven’t seen the last of us, but for now. Until we meet again, we’ll see you guys around.” After that, the seven girls drove home. Then, the Dazzlings went to their van to get ready for bed.

After Sunset and Chase got home, she gave her little brother his bedtime bath, then he put his pajamas on and brushed his teeth. He got into his bed and Sunset tucked him under the covers. “Sunset, are we gonna see them again? They seemed like really nice people,” Chase asked. “I don’t know, buddy. Maybe, but I’ll make sure to call them next time,” Sunset replied, then saw Chase’s scared face and realized it was about his aunt, then she got angry because of her killing Chase’s parents. “Don’t worry, Chase. She’s never gonna get you. I promise. And everything will be better in the morning.” Chase smiled warmly and hugged Sunset, and she gave him a small kiss and tucked him under the blanket again, then left the room. “Goodnight, buddy. I’ll see you in the morning.” She turned off the light and gently closed the door. Before Chase went to sleep, he touched the cheek Sonata kissed, and smiled warmly, then went to sleep.

Author's Note

I told you that the Dazzlings are in the story! But how will they understand what Chase has been going through in the past? :twilightsmile:

Chapter 19: A Day with Fleur

After a relaxing week of spring break, classes were back in session for the girls, but Chase still didn’t have any classes since he was 4. He enjoyed the beach trip, and meeting the Dazzlings, but today was different. Sunset and her friends were going to be busy after school, so he wouldn’t be able to hang out with his sister today. It made him very sad.

After he was walking down the hallway to find out where Sunset and the girls were, he suddenly got lost. Suddenly, he saw a white envelope with pink glitter on his bag, then he took it off and opened the envelope and read the letter written with a blue glitter pen.

’Dear Chase,

I’m sorry we’re unable to hang out with you today, darling. But I have some good news. I asked a very special friend of mine to take you for a bite to eat at 11:50 am and then she’ll babysit. If she has work to do, go with her. When the clock says 11:50, meet her outside the school front hall and she’ll come pick you up. I’ll tell your sister about it. Have fun.

Love, Rarity.
XOXO’

Chase then realized he wasn’t going to be alone. Making a peek, Rarity found out he read the note then dialed her phone to a special friend of hers.

While Fleur was shopping for dresses, she felt her phone ring, then answered it. “Allo?” Fleur asked. “Fleur, glad to hear you again, darling,“ Rarity replied. “Rarity! How delightful!” Fleur replied. “What can I help you with?”

“I'm actually asking for a favor for me and Sunset. Do you remember Chase, that little boy from before?”

Fleur recognized who Chase was, “Oui. Yes, I do. Why do you ask?”

“We’re going to be busy after school and he’ll be all alone, so before 11:50, could you pick him up and take him for some lunch? He needs a babysitter. And Cadence is still doing work at Crystal Prep, so she isn’t available either. He seemed to like you last time.”

“Of course, mon ami. I’ll take care of him. I might do some modeling later on, so I’ll make sure to never let him out of my sight. I’ll come over as soon as I’m done buying these dresses. Okay?”

“Thank you, Fleur. I’ll talk to you again darling,”

“Of course. Au revoir.” She ended the call and then went to purchase the dresses.

When it was 11:45, Chase went to the front hallway and waited for Fleur to arrive. Then, he saw her wearing the same jacket from before. She opened the door and saw him sitting there, “Chase, is that you?” Chase saw her and then ran up to hug her, “Miss Fleur!” Fleur lifted him up in her arms and wrapped him in a hug. “You don’t need to call me Miss, Chase,” Fleur said, giving him a kiss on the cheek. “Did you read Rarity’s letter?” Chase nodded. “I also noticed I didn’t have anything else to do today, so Rarity was kind enough for me to babysit you today. So, anyway, how about if I take you someplace to eat?”

“Okay,” Chase said after grabbing his go-bag and taking her hand. Then, they went Fleur’s car, which was a metallic white Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. Chase got in the front seat and sat next to Fleur, then they drove off.

So she drove Chase into some parts of the city, until she parked in a parking lot outside an Italian/French restaurant and cafe. After they got out of the car, they went inside and were shown a table and given menus.

As they waited for their food, Chase had a sip of his Pepsi in a kid’s cup with a straw, while Fleur drank some of her unsweetened iced tea with lemon on the side. Chase then sat closer to her. “Fleur, is it okay if I ask you something?” Fleur nodded. “What’s a supermodel?” Fleur realized what his question meant, then explained, “You see, Chase. Supermodels are successful fashion models who has reached the status of a celebrity. They get pictures taken while doing poses and get placed on the news, magazines, newspapers, and many more.”

Chase then understood. “I’m aiming for modeling and fashion, but I need to keep my weight constant.” Fleur continued. “Were you just curious?” Chase nodded. “I learned about the human body in Sunset’s health class one time.” Fleur nodded with a smirk.

“So, how was your spring break?” she asked after letting him lean by her side. “It was good. We went to the beach, played in the ocean, collected seashells, walked the boardwalk and stayed in a motel.” Chase said. “Oh, really? I heard you got a new haircut and style. It looks smashing, darling.” Chase blushed. “Did you enjoy the weekend?” Chase nodded, “What did you do over spring break?”

“Well, I went to a party with some of my friends at a local restaurant, and then we had drinks and then sat and talked for a little while until the party ended,” Fleur began. “Until it ended, we all went to the park and watched the stars and the moon. It was a beautiful night, but I wish I could’ve enjoyed it with someone special.” Chase hugged her belly and looked up at her, “You’ll always have a special someone, no matter who they are or what they look like.” Fleur blushed and hugged him back, until she saw their waiter come with their food. Fleur ordered griddled and seasoned salmon with lemon risotto and a small salad. Chase ordered a small plate of spaghetti and meatballs and asked for parmesan cheese. They started eating after Fleur helped Chase cut his spaghetti and meatballs. Chase really started to enjoy his pasta dish and it made Fleur happy. After they were done, Fleur managed to take a few butter croissants, biscuits and bread rolls with them. She got some for herself and some for Chase to take home.

Later on, Fleur drove Chase to a library & book store to read and buy a few books to read. Fleur took some novels that were masterpieces and Chase read a few children’s books. He laughed at some of them, then got interested in others. Fleur noticed how much fun he was having, then they went to the cashier and bought the books they found.

After they left the library & book store, they went to a photography shop for Fleur to get some important photos taken care of, but wouldn’t mind if he came in with her. After they got inside, they saw a woman with pale turquoise skin, white bobby hair, and wearing black glasses with pink lenses, a black and white vertical striped fleece with a black skirt designed with pale pink diamonds and dark pink and white lines underneath, a dark pink scarf, black boots with white and dark pink soles.

She saw Fleur and spoke up with a German accent, “Ach! Fleur De Lis! Right on time! Come! Come! We must prepare!” Fleur was delighted to see her as she walked with her to the backdrop and gave her a couple outfits to change into, but then she saw Chase looking at the dresses that were on mannequins and hung up on and went up to him, “Who are you?” Chase gasped and then started blushing, until Fleur came to him and gently rubbed his shoulders, “I’m sorry, Photo Finish. This is Sunset Shimmer’s brother, Chase. I’m babysitting today.” Photo Finish realized what she meant and accepted him as an audience. “Oh, I just love the outfit on you, darling! The aqua green shirt with the blue stripes, the dark grey pants, the Skechers, it’s just marvelous! Just marvelous!” Chase blushed and fidgeted his hands. “Why don’t you go sit over there and be and audience while you, Fleur get changed into any outfit you want to start with first and we’ll got to work! But you can keep the shoes on darling or put on these with any dress you want” Fleur nodded and left to change, and Chase sat down and colored some pages in his coloring book.

Soon, Chase saw Fleur wearing a black glittery open back dress with black heels on her feet. Chase was surprised about how beautiful she looked until Fleur blew him a kiss, then Chase blushed.

“Alright, Fleur. Let us make de magiks!” Photo Finish said, as the British-French girl took her position towards the backdrop with the lights on her. Then, Photo Finish took the pictures and Fleur did a few poses. Then, later on Photo Finish took pictures of Fleur wearing several dresses and other casual clothes along with a few heels and sandals. For an extra, she found her favorite dress and jacket of all: the charcoal grey buttoned jacket with her symbols and maroon satin dress with her symbols on the bottom left and right sides of her skirt. She also wore her regular shoes. Until she was done photo shooting, she went over to Chase and showed him her hand, “Would you like to join me?” Chase then slowly took her hand and felt a tug from her leading him to the backdrop. She stopped and motioned him to stand by her leg. Then, Photo Finish started taking pictures of them doing dance poses, goofy poses, and some of them was Fleur kissing Chase’s cheek, and the other holding him in her arms in a cuddly hug and slowly dancing with him.

When the photos were taken and then printed, Fleur and Chase were impressed about how well they turned out. Then, they left the photo store after Fleur got changed.

When they drove to the Sweet Shoppe, Fleur and Chase ordered some ice cream. Fleur ordered some strawberry and mint chocolate chip ice cream but as a small sundae, and Chase ordered his usual, which was vanilla with rainbow sprinkles in a kid’s cup. After they sat down and ate their ice cream together, Fleur spoke, “This place is kind of nice. I’m surprised Pinkie Pie works as at place like here.”

“Yep,” Chase agreed, while eating his ice cream.

“Chase, I was thinking about after we finish, we can go to the park before Sunset comes home,” Fleur said. “I like that idea,” Chase said. Then they continued to eat their ice cream together. After they were done, they drove off to the park.

When they arrived at the park, Chase ran to the playground while Fleur followed. She gave Chase a push on the swing, causing him to go higher and higher. Then suddenly, Chase saw his locket fall of his neck, then he slowed down on the swing, causing it to stop, got off and went to pick it up and put it back on his neck. “What’s wrong, Chase?” Fleur asked. “Nothing, I just dropped something,” Chase said.

Then they sat by a tree for a few minutes until the sun would set.

Later on, Fleur took Chase back to Sunset’s place a little early. “Thanks for looking out for me, Fleur. I had fun.”

Fleur giggled and caressed his cheek softly, “You’re very welcome, Chase. I’m available anytime.” She gave him two quick kisses on each cheek, then she let him out. “Bonne nuit, Chase! Till next time!” Fleur said, as she drove off home. “Bye-bye,” Chase said, as he grabbed his go-bag and went inside and saw Sunset making some macaroni and cheese for dinner, “Hi, Sunset. I’m back.” Sunset turned around and saw him, “Hi, buddy. How was your day with Fleur?” “It was good, we took photos together,” Chase said, and he showed Sunset the photos from the photo store and the books he got from the library and book store. “I see you’ve been busy. Anyway, your dinner’s ready,” Sunset said as he washed his hands at the sink and sat down at the table, then ate his dinner after Sunset served him some of the macaroni and cheese.

After he finished dinner, he went to the bathroom with Sunset and she gave him his bath before bed. Then, he wore his pajamas from the slumber party he went to and went downstairs to the living room and played with his toys. But until it was almost bedtime, Sunset pretended to be a tickle monster and chased him around the house to give him some tickles. After she caught him, she tickled his ribs and waved her hair on him, causing him to laugh and giggle. Then, Sunset took him to his room and tucked him into bed. “How about you and I do something, just the two of us tomorrow?” Chase gasped, “You really mean it?!” Sunset nodded and received a hug from her brother. Then, she laid him back down, tucked him under the blanket, and kissed him on his forehead, “Goodnight, Chase.” Chase then got comfy, “Goodnight, Sunset.” Sunset looked at him one more time, then turned off his light and left the room leaving the door halfway open. Chase then went to sleep, thinking about how much fun he’s going to have with his big sister.

Author's Note

I guess Fleur was very kind to Chase, and he’s gonna hang out with just his sister this time! :heart:

Chapter 20: Sibling Time

When Chase woke up, he remembered he and Sunset were going to be hanging out by themselves for today. He was so happy. So, he got out of his bed and put some clothes on and then met Sunset downstairs for breakfast. He went to the cabinet and poured himself a bowl of Fruity Pebbles cereal, while Sunset poured herself a bowl of Special K cereal. After they ate breakfast, Chase went upstairs to brush his teeth and went potty before they left. “Chase, are you ready to go?” Sunset asked. “Be right there!” Chase replied as he walked downstairs and then grabbed his go-bag and Sunset grabbed her purse and wallet. Then, they left the apartment to go hang out together.

First, they walked to the park. After they got there, Sunset took him to the playground and went on the same jungle gym again, then he went on the rocking unicorn, duck and turtle, and then Sunset pushed him on the swing and went on the seesaw with him. Then, they left the playground and explored the fountain, got a portrait of themselves eating ice cream, then Chase fed bread to the ducklings. After that, they went to the zoo and saw some animals. They explored 15 exhibits and got some pictures with the animals.

Next, they went to a museum and saw many exhibits. They saw the dinosaur exhibit that had dinosaurs with animatronic features, discoverable fossils, and skeletons of a few species. They saw machinery from today and the old times, ancient artifacts and statues from different countries during the ancient years, a variety of clothes, uniforms, and artifacts from the world wars, and then went to a planetarium and saw a few models and information about the solar system, and watched a short documentary on the solar system and the planets in an observatory theater.

Then, they both went to an aquarium. They saw seals, penguins, whales, all types of fish from both rivers and oceans, an octopus, eels, sea turtles, stingrays, and sharks.

After a few hours of fun, they went back to the apartment and got ready for dinner. Chase then went to the bathroom and washed his hands for dinner. Sunset made themselves some grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup with crackers. After dinner, Chase went upstairs and sat down in the bathtub and Sunset gave him a bath. Until Chase was done with his bath, he put on his dark green pajama set.

After he came down, he leaned next to Sunset’s hip and placed his hand on her lap, then Sunset placed her hand on the back of his neck. After they started cuddling, they watched a movie. “Sunset?” Chase asked. “Hmm?” Sunset replied. “Promise me you won’t leave me behind and we’ll be together, no matter how close we are to each other,” Chase said. Sunset leaned forward and gave him a small kiss, “I promise, little bro. I promise. Oh, by the way, the school has a daycare room. So tomorrow, we’re going to see about enrolling in that room. Plus, the teacher there is really nice and the other kids would love to meet you. If you want something just ask the teacher and she’ll help you. But, good news, when school ends, either me or any of my friends will come pick you up and take you home or to their place, okay?” Chase nodded. “Good boy. And if you feel scared, you can tell the teacher and they’ll help. You can bring your blanket and your dragon plushie with you, in case if they do nap time.” Chase smiled warmly and then nuzzled his cheek softly on his sister’s hip, the they continued to watch the movie.

Author's Note

Looks like Chase and Sunset had fun as brother and sister. They even got to finally have some time together, just the two of them. You’re wondering, “Wait, CHS doesn’t have a daycare.” Well, since Chase is 4, and he needs more learning, you’re going to see who the kind-hearted teacher is and how Chase will make new friends his age and what he thinks about this class. :trollestia:

Chapter 21: First Day at Canterlot High Daycare

When Chase met Sunset downstairs for breakfast, he had Fruity Pebbles cereal again while Sunset made herself an omelette with peppers and sausage. After she sat down and ate breakfast with her little brother, she was looking through the CHS Daycare progress notes and reading some instructions and gone through the schedule and material requirements, “Okay so there’s art, music, math, reading, spelling, writing, recess, nap time, and lunch. So, I should probably make him a checklist.“ She found a description about Chase, then took a pen and make some checks in each box. “Okay. Let’s see. ‘Is well-behaved - Check.’ ‘Has very good learning skills - Check.’ ‘Plays well with others - Check.’ ‘Like to draw, read, write, etc. - Check.’ ‘Likes music - Check.’ ‘Has anxiety and other fears -‘ Umm... ‘Check.’ ‘Needs an aid - Check.’ ‘Likes to make friends - Check.’ ‘Is very emotionally shy - Check.’ ‘Likes to have fun - Check.’” She continued to eat her breakfast and check all the remaining checkboxes, until Chase finished his cereal and went upstairs to get dressed and his teeth brushed.

After he was dressed and cleaned up, he saw Sunset packing him a sandwich for lunch and some snacks and a juice box with it. Then, she packed him some supplies, his blanket, and dragon plushie. Then, it was time to go to school, so Sunset and Chase left the apartment and left for Canterlot High School.

When they got there, Sunset and Chase went to meet Principal Celestia about Chase’s schedule. “Good morning, Sunset. Hello, Chase,” she said. “Good morning, Principal Celestia,” Sunset said. “Hi,” Chase replied nervously. “I know you’re nervous about the daycare here in CHS, but I promise it’ll be fine. The teacher is very kind,” Principal Celestia explained. Chase nodded as Principal Celestia led him and Chase to the classroom.

After Principal Celestia opened the door, Chase and Sunset saw little kids at Chase’s age or lower playing with their toys, reading books, and coloring pictures. Chase felt nervous and started to have tears in his eyes while holding his plushie. Sunset kneeled down and stroked his shoulders, until he turned around and looked at her in the eyes, “Chase, some of these kids are younger than you and at your age, so they’ll treat you fair. Remember, if you need something, ask your aid and she’ll help you. And don’t worry, I’ll come back to pick you up when school ends, or some of my friends will come pick you up.” Chase nodded and gave Sunset a hug goodbye, and softly cried. “Are you crying?” Sunset asked. “Aww, Chase. Shhhh... It’s okay. I promise I’ll come back for you.”

“Hello there. Are you Chase Tucker?” a voice asked. Chase turned around and saw an adult who was at Cadence’s age appear and kneel down on her knees towards him. She had navy blue hair with light blue streaks and curled up, pale blue skin, purple eyes, light and blue eyeshadow. She wore the same jacket as Celestia, but her jacket was bluish white, her undershirt was lavender, and she had royal blue cropped khaki pants and navy blue slip on shoes with blue flowers on the top. “Hello, Chase. My name is Miss Blue Belle. I’m gonna be your aid for this semester. Our teacher for this classroom isn’t here right now, but she will be soon.” Chase nodded and then went to hug her aid. “Aww, aren’t you the sweetest little thing I’ve ever seen?” Miss Blue Belle said, hugging him back. The bell suddenly rang and Sunset left with Principal Celestia as she helped Sunset with an escort to her classroom. Chase was now sad that his sister left, but he had Miss Blue Belle by his side. “Come on, sweetheart. Let’s go sit down and read a book together,” Miss Blue Belle said as she and Chase sat together.

While Sunset appeared in Miss Cheerilee’s classroom, she sat at her desk and took out her books. “Good morning, class. Today, we’re going to learn about how to use fractions and decimals with all basics of math.” she said until she wrote some examples of her lesson on the chalkboard. After she explained everything by using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, she handed out worksheets and then the students got started.

Meanwhile, Chase was with Miss Blue Belle trying to fit into the program, but he had trouble. “It’s okay, baby. The kids here love to play,” she said softly. Chase then saw a little girl who was also 4 years old and playing with her dolly. The little girl had dark magenta hair, blue eyes, pale magenta skin, and she wore a pink striped shirt, white overalls, and aqua green sneakers. Miss Blue Belle walked over to her and then lowered herself towards her, “Melody? Sweetheart, you see that boy over there? He needs a friend.” Melody realized how sad Chase was, so she got up and gave him a hug, “Hi, Chase. I’m Melody Blossom.” Chase hugged her back. “It’s nice to meet you, Melody,” Chase replied. Miss Blue Belle was so proud of Melody making a new friend, then she went over to them and then introduced Melody to Chase, “Chase, in case you didn’t know, Melody is my daughter.” Chase then shared his dragon plushie with Melody’s dolly for a few minutes, then it was time for learning.

When the kids got to their seats, another teacher came in. She was Vice Principal Luna’s age and her clothes were similar, but she had pale cyan skin, aqua green eyeshadow and lipstick, aqua green hair with a gold hairband, and green eyes. She wore a pale bluish purple vest with a pink long sleeve buttoned shirt, black cropped pants and dark aqua green slip on shoes with pink emerald studs all over the front surrounding a pink heart shaped emerald. “Good morning, children,” she said. “Good morning, Mrs. Chrysalis,” the kids replied. “Mrs. Chrysalis, while you were gone, we have a new student in here with us,” Miss Blue Belle said, as Mrs. Chrysalis put her books down and went to Chase. “You must be Chase,” she said, as Chase nodded and then shook her hand. “I’m your teacher, Mrs. Chrysalis.” Chase then said hi and hugged her. Mrs. Chrysalis blushed and then Chase took his seat again. “Class, with Chase in our room for the remaining year, you’re all going to treat him respectfully. Am I clear?” The kids nodded. Then, Mrs. Chrysalis began a easy lesson about math, then they read a story altogether.

After that, they did some spelling, drew pictures, and did some music together. Then, they had lunch. Chase ate his sandwich, pear slices, carrot sticks and drank his juice.

Sunset and the girls were sitting together and having lunch together. “So, Chase met Miss Blue Belle, the teacher assistant of Mrs. Chrysalis?” Rainbow Dash asked. “Well, I did not expect that.” “Relax, darling. As long as he has somewhere to be at his age, he’ll be fine,” Rarity said. “You know, I kinda like Mrs. Chrysalis as his teacher,” Twilight said. “I’m glad you think so, Twilight,” Sunset said. “Chase will be fine. Plus, I promised him either me or one of us will pick him up and take him home.”

Meanwhile, back in the daycare room, it was nap time for 25 minutes. Miss Blue Belle was pacing around the room making sure all the kids were asleep and Mrs. Chrysalis was at her desk typing on her computer. Until nap time was over, it was time for playtime until the end of the day. Chase and Melody played with blocks, then used Chase’s action figures for the fortress along with Melody’s toys. Then, an hour later, Miss Blue Belle saw Principal Celestia at the door, then grabbed Chase’s backpack and lunchbox and walked over to him, “Chase? Sweetheart, the principal is at the door.” Chase saw Principal Celestia and walked over to her. Then, he saw Sunset at the door with her bag, then he went over to her and gave her a hug. Sunset lifted him up and held him in her arms because he was happy to see her again and he missed her. Chase then played with her hair gently as Sunset rubbed his back. “I know you missed me so much, Chase. But I promised, didn’t I?” Sunset asked, then Chase nodded and leaned his head on her shoulder. “Would it be alright if we talked?” Miss Blue Belle asked. Sunset nodded.

Sunset sat on a chair and Chase was on her lap facing the other way. He was softly playing with her hair and he leaned his head on her shoulder and wrapped his arms around her neck and shoulders. Sunset had one arm wrapped on his bottom and had her other arm moving while she rubbed his back with her hand. “Was he a good boy today?” Sunset asked. “Yes, he was,” Miss Blue Belle replied. “He had a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for lunch, along with some pear slices and carrot sticks. He was very good at math, he learned how to spell words and say them right, we learned the alphabet, he drew some pictures and finger painted, we sang along with some music, he had a 25 minute nap, and he made a friend, who was my daughter, Melody Blossom. He was such a little angel.” Sunset was so proud that Chase made a friend. Then, Sunset stood up and thanked his aid, “Thank you, Miss Blue Belle, for everything,” Sunset said. “I’m sure he’ll see you and your daughter tomorrow.”

“You’re welcome, Sunset Shimmer, anything for your brother,” Miss Blue Belle replied. After they were finished talking, Sunset and Chase left the school and walked home to the apartment.

When they got back, Sunset went to do her homework in the living room and Chase went with her because he wanted to cuddle with her, but Sunset held him back gently, “Not now, Chase.” Chase then realized she was busy, so he went over to his playpen and grabbed his dragon plushie and tried to offer it to her. Sunset sighed, “Chase, I don’t want your dragon plushie right now. Look, I know you wanna play, but I have so much homework to do, and I can’t do both at the same time. We’ll have time to cuddle later, just go find something else to do for awhile.” Chase finally understood what she said and then got off the couch, then Sunset continued to do her homework.

When she was done, she went to check on Chase, but she found an art project he made at school, revealing to be a picture about him holding her hand and it had a huge heart around it covered in red and yellow glitter glue, and he used crayons for the drawings of himself and Sunset, and he wrote “Best Sister Ever!” on the top. Sunset felt tears in her eyes and then smiled warmly. She went to find Chase, but eventually found him sleeping on the bed. She went over to him and found out he cried himself to sleep because she had homework to do, so she kneeled down and poked his shoulder, “Chase, are you okay?” Chase woke up and saw Sunset standing there, “Sunset?” Sunset then embraced him in a hug, “Shhhh... I’m here. It’s okay.” Chase then pressed his head on her chest and started listening to her heartbeat, until he felt Sunset carrying him downstairs and sitting down on the couch with him on her lap and cradled him in her arms and rubbed his back. Chase then leaned closer and curled his hands on her chest, “Are you sad?”

“No, Chase. I’m fine,” Sunset said. “I also saw your art project. It was very lovely.” Chase smiled warmly and then heard her heartbeat thumping into his ears as he nuzzled his cheek gently on her chest, “And I think I know what this calls for: a long, nice and soft cuddle with your big sister.” They started cuddling until dinner would be ready.

Author's Note

Aww, Chase made a friend! Isn’t that adorable? :raritystarry: By the way, this type of Chrysalis is a preschool teacher and a kind hearted person :twilightsmile:

Chapter 22: The Shadowbolts at Canterlot High

When Chase and Sunset walked over to school, they found their friends at the front entrance and then they went inside the building to head over to class, but Miss Blue Belle walked over to Sunset with Chase, “Sunset? I had something to tell you. We have early dismissal today, so you’re gonna have to come pick him up around 11:55.” Sunset nodded and then gave Chase his lunchbox and backpack, then she gave him a hug and walked over to class. Miss Blue Belle then walked with Chase and took him to the classroom. After he got inside, Chase went to Melody, and he saw her playing with another little boy who was a little bit like Chase, but he had blonde hair, brown eyes, skin colored as the sand, and he wore a light blue shirt and sandy white khakis, and green Damager Spaceship Skechers sneakers. “Chase! This is Sam Sam! He’s new here, too!” Melody said. Chase and Sam Sam shook hands, “Wanna be friends with me and Melody?” “Yes. I do. Let’s build blocks.” Sam Sam said, and then the three friends played and built blocks with Melody.

While the classes were now in session, the bus to Crystal Prep Academy finally arrived. “Attention all students and staff, please report to the gym at once for a welcoming ceremonial assembly for the Crystal Prep Academy Shadowbolts, Dean Cadence, and their new principal!” Principal Celestia said. “A new principal?!” the girls exclaimed.

Once all the students and staff arrived at the gym and took their seats, they got situated as both Principal Celestia and Vice-Principal Luna stepped on the stage and Principal Celestia grabbed the microphone. “Good morning, students,” Principal Celestia said. “Today is going to be a fun day, because right now, a bus from Crystal Prep is on its way here to Canterlot High and the students and their principal and dean are on their way here. The principal will be our guest speaker and she will make a speech about her first year working at the Academy. Now, as a reward, all classes for today have been postponed!”

The students cheered and then were silenced until they heard the bus arrive. After the doors opened, the students from Crystal Prep appeared and they took their seats on empty benches on the stalls. They wore maroon blazers, but the boys wore sweaters and dress pants, and the girls wore blazers, plaid skirts, tube socks and dress shoes. Then, their principal appeared, who was a middle aged woman but almost like Principal Celestia, but with pale teal skin, amber eyes, her hair was a gradient mixture of raspberry and cobalt blue, and had blood red lips. She wore a navy blue vest and jacket, and black khaki pants, purple socks and navy blue flats. She was the principal, Principal Amore. She stepped on the stage and began her speech.

“Thank you, Principal Celestia, for those kind words of welcome,” Principal Amore said. “And I’m sure you’re all wondering why we have come all the way from Crystal Prep Academy for unknown reasons. You see, we’re here because we’ve been invited to your Spring Formal this year. The students at Crystal Prep, Dean Cadence and myself are attending and I’m sure we can all get along very well. Now, let us hear a few words from our beloved staff member, Dean Cadence.” The students applauded after they saw Cadence walk up the stage, but she was wearing a blue shirt, a darker blue jacket, a gold necklace around her neck, a cyan skirt, gold high-heeled shoes, and a pin of her favorite crystallized heart symbol. Sunset and the girls cheered excitedly as they saw her walk on stage. Even Chase was happy, “Miss Blue Belle, that’s my babysitter.” Miss Blue Belle was amazed, “Oh, that’s wonderful.”

Then, Dean Cadence began her speech, but waved at Chase first, “Hello, everyone. It’s great to be here at Canterlot High again. I also like to thank Principal Amore for her thoughtfulness and kindness of welcoming herself to our school, since Principal Cinch retired after the Friendship Games. It’s an honor to work by your side, Principal Amore. So, the Spring Formal will be held next Friday, so next week, the students at Crystal Prep will come over to Canterlot High every day starting Monday. I’m wishful that we can all get together and work this all out. Because the Spring Formal is a special night for both Crystal Prep and Canterlot High to come together, especially the Friendship Games. And as an extra treat, the children from our daycare rooms at Crystal Prep and here at Canterlot High are welcome to join as well. Be sure to dress as formal as you want because we all want you to look at your best. Thank you for your cooperation and let’s enjoy our time together. Thank you.”

After Dean Cadence was done, the students from both schools applauded and then the lights brightened a little revealing a welcome party for both the students of Crystal Prep Academy and Canterlot High, and Principal Celestia and Principal Amore allowed them to enjoy the party. Then, the students from both schools stood up and walked over to themselves and greeted themselves.

5 girls from Crystal Prep came over to greet Sunset and her friends, but they wore the same Crystal Prep Academy uniforms. The first one had moderate cerise eyes, purple eyeshadow, and her hair was cut short, colored grayish mulberry with light raspberry streaks and a flaring yellow sun barrette pin clipped on one side of her hair.

The second girl had yellow skin, moderate indigo eyes, freckles on her face, and long hair that was colored moderate rose and had two streaks of lighter moderate rose and grayish aquamarine and tied up in a ponytail with a hairband styled with two cherries.

The third girl had amber colored eyes, a few golden ear piercings shaped like lightning bolts, goggles on her head, and her hair was spikey and straightened with hair gel, and colored indigo and had streaks of different shades of blue.

The fourth girl had pale grayish purple skin, grayish orchid colored eyes covered by red glasses, and her hair was light opalish gray with light arctic blush gray streaks styled and tied into two long ponytails on the two back sides of her head with a bun tracing on the back of her head.

The fifth girl had light grayish reddish brown skin, light brilliant amber colored eyes, long messy hair with a mix of different shades of green, and blue eyeshadow. She also had a pair of headphones.

“Sunny Flare! Sour Sweet! Indigo Zap! Sugarcoat! Lemon Zest! How good it is to see you, darlings!” Rarity exclaimed.

“Well, if it isn’t Sunset Shimmer and the Rainbooms,” Indigo Zap replied. “Pretty good to see you guys, too.” She and Rainbow Dash made a fist pound. Fluttershy felt nervous, but Sunny Flare comforted her, “Don’t worry, dearie. We’re still cool, as long as we have some time to visit. We’re starting to like Principal Amore in Crystal Prep.”

“I know,” Fluttershy replied. “I just didn’t know she applied for Principal at the school.”

“Well, we would’ve come all this way just to say hello if only there wasn’t so much traffic going on,” Sugarcoat said in a blunt tone. “But on the bright side, we got here just in time for the ceremony.”

“Yeah, the traffic was pretty boring,” Sour Sweet said in a sweet voice, before replying in a sour tone, “But it usually gets really annoying.”

“Come on, y’all. Let’s go get some drinks and chat at a table,” Applejack said. They all nodded in agreement and went to a table with some punch and snacks.

“So, how is everything going at Crystal Prep so far?” Rarity asked. “Oh it’s going really good,” Sour Sweet replied. “Thanks to Dean Cadence’s speech for Principal Amore, things at our school have been turned from sour into beautifully attractive for all of us. Principal Amore was really looking forward to it.”

“Well, I’m glad,” Twilight replied. “Otherwise, we would’ve kept in that silly rivalry nonsense.”

“I know,” Sunny Flare said. “It’s a good thing we started to get along.” They all nodded in agreement.

Meanwhile, Chase was looking for Dean Cadence, so he wandered around the party looking for her, until he found her getting some punch. “Cady!” Chase exclaimed, then giggled happily. Dean Cadence turned around and saw him running to her, then gasped happily, “Chase!” Chase ran up to Dean Cadence and hugged her, “Oh, my little munchkin.” She held him in her arms and rubbed his back while Chase hugged her neck gently. “Hi, sweetpea.” she said softly, then Chase stared at her clothes. “Do you like my attire?” she asked, until Chase nodded. “It’s very pretty,” Chase said, until Dean Cadence blushed and giggled, “Thank you, Chase. That’s very kind of you.” She kissed his nose, and then put him down. “Can I show you my class?” Chase asked. “Of course, sweetheart. Lead the way,” Dean Cadence said, as he took her hand and lead her to his classmates.

When he got there, Miss Blue Belle and his friends were enjoying the party. “Miss Blue Belle! This is Cady! She’s my babysitter!”

“Oh, it’s a pleasure to meet you, Dean Cadence. I’m Miss Blue Belle, the teaching assistant for this class. And this is my daughter, Melody Blossom, and Chase’s little friend.”

“Aww, you made a friend?” Dean Cadence asked, and Chase nodded, but Miss Blue Belle replied, “Actually, he made two. Melody was his first yesterday, but today they made another friend, who was another one of our students named Sam Sam.” Dean Cadence was surprised, until she saw Chase playing with his friends, but they ran off and being careful not to run into anyone.

While the girls were at their table talking to each other, Sunset saw Chase, Melody and Sam Sam playing. “Chase, what are you and you’re friends doing?” Sunset asked. “We’re adventurers and we’re looking for this!” He showed Sunset a picture of a golden idol, then hid behind his sister’s leg when he saw the Shadowbolts at their table, but Sunset patted his head for comfort. Suddenly, Sunny Flare, Sour Sweet, Indigo Zap, Sugarcoat, and Lemon Zest saw how adorable Chase looked. “Aww, and who is this little guy? He’s so cute!” Sunny Flare asked sweetly. “Melody, maybe we should go,” Sam Sam said. “Yep. We’ll see you later, Chase,” Melody said, then she and Sam Sam left after Chase nodded. “Oh, girls, I want you to meet my little brother, Chase. Well, my adoptive brother,” Sunset said. “Chase, this is Sunny Flare, Sour Sweet, Indigo Zap, Sugarcoat, and Lemon Zest. They’re students from Crystal Prep.” Chase waved his hand, “Hi.” The Shadowbolts made a “d’awwww” reaction.

“Bonjour, mon ami,” Fleur said as she walked over and sat down with them. “Fleur, darling!” Rarity said. “So glad you could join us.” “Thank you, darling,” Fleur replied, and she was wearing a Crystal Prep uniform, but she wore her casual shoes. “Fleur!” Chase exclaimed as he hugged her. “Hello, Chase,” Fleur replied as she softly stroked his head. “Chase, there you are,” Miss Blue Belle said. “We heard you met some of the students from Crystal Prep?” Chase nodded, then she realized that Sunset was with them and her friends as well. “Miss Blue Belle?” Sunset asked. “Yes, dear?” she replied. “I need to tell you all something. It’s about Chase,” Sunset said. Miss Blue Belle sat down and placed her daughter on her lap, while Sam Sam stood by her leg and embraced it and laid his head on her knee. Rarity took Chase and placed him on her lap.

“Okay, this is how his story began,” Sunset said, then she began. “This is probably how he told me and how I found out. After he was born, he lived with his parents in a nice neighborhood and they loved him so much. They were so kind to him. They gave him love, empathy, and kindness towards him, but one of his family grew jealous of him. It was no other than his grumpy aunt, Estella Tucker, who was also his mother’s sister. She thought her sister was replacing her with her son by loving him, so one night when he was 3, his parents were killed in a car crash. When I looked through his memories magically, Estella was the one who killed them, but she was trying to kill her nephew. After the funeral of his parents, Chase was blamed for their death by his aunt and was forced to do work instead of play like normal kids do. She never gave him the love like his parents did, but treated him unfairly. She abused him with yelling, bullying, insults, violence towards him, and less food and sleep. But then one night, Chase ran away and never wanted to return. And one night on my home during the last week of February, I heard him crying in an alley nearby, and I couldn’t leave him alone, so I decided to take him home with me and then had no choice but to raise him as a brother, only if he’ll have me.” Chase then had tears in his eyes and then hugged Sunset. Sunset hugged him back and then the others had a tearfully heartfelt reaction.

“I kinda feel sorry for you, Chase,” Sour Sweet said sweetly, but replied sourly. “But it’s your aunt who should be, because it’s totally her fault.”

Sunny Flare went over to Chase and gave him a small kiss on the cheek, “I feel your pain, sweetie. But you have your sister who’s willing to take care of you and look after you.” “I guess I do,” Chase replied as he hugged Sunny Flare.

“You know, it really isn’t your fault your parents are dead. They’re still with you in your heart,” Sugarcoat said. “Just to let you know.” She smirked kindly at him then Chase gave her a hug. “Guess I’ll let it slide. Feels kinda... nice anyway,” she said. Indigo Zap softly ruffled his hair, “You’ve also got us to protect you. Don’t ever forget that or feel let down even if you feel scared or something else that goes with the term “hurt.” You understand?” Chase nodded, then hugged her before receiving a fist pound. Lemon Zest kneeled down and hugged him softly, then Sour Sweet hugged him back.

Principal Amore came over and saw Chase with tears in his eyes and hugging some of her students, “Young man, I heard about your story from your... “sister.” I’m terribly sorry for the loss of your parents and that rude behavior from your aunt. Your father and mother wanted me to give you this box before they died.” She gave Chase his parent’s trophies from Crystal Prep events and sports games. “Before you existed and when they got married, they went to Crystal Prep. That’s where they first met and fell in love.” Chase gasped softly. “That makes you a friend of Crystal Prep and Canterlot High.” Chase smiled softly and hugged Principal Amore, who smiled warmly and hugged him back. “I understand that you miss them so much, but Sugarcoat is right. They’re always with you in your heart forever.” Chase nodded and then Sunset held him. “Thank you, Principal Amore. That was very kind of you,” Sunset said as she rubbed Chase’s back. Principal Amore nodded and then kindly walked away with many good blessings for the boy.

After Sunset and Chase made it back from school to their apartment, Sunset carried his parent’s trophies to his bedroom and placed the box near his closet. After she was done, she went over to Chase and sat down with him on the couch. “Chase, it’s okay,” Sunset said. “Principal Amore was kind enough to give you something that will help you remember your parents more, which is their trophies from events that they entered and wanted to win, even if it doesn’t matter that their legacy lives on.”

Chase nodded and then Sunset went to the kitchen and took her cellphone, “How about if we order pizza?” Chase nodded warmly and then Sunset called for a delivery of one plain cheese pizza for themselves. After it arrived a few minutes later, Sunset and Chase ate their slices, and then sat down and watched a movie before bed. “Did you like the Crystal Prep girls, Chase?” Sunset asked as she rubbed his shoulder. “Yeah, they were really nice to me,” Chase replied as he laid on her side. “Did you like Dean Cadence working there?” Sunset asked again. “Yeah. I miss her,” Chase said. “I know, buddy. I’m sure she misses you too,” Sunset said. “Plus, you’ll see her all week next week.” Chase nodded, and then continued to watch the movie with his sister.

Author's Note

I can’t believe the Shadowbolts were so kind to Chase, and that Dean Cadence called him “her little munchkin”! :heart: By the way, I took out Cinch because she may not like Chase. I made Principal Amore her sister and a kind hearted woman.

Chapter 23: A Dazzlingly Stormy Saturday

The next morning on a nice warm Saturday, Chase was in his bedroom on the floor playing with his toys about a giant monster attack in Tokyo. Until then, Sunset peeked into his room and went to talk to him, “Chase, are you okay in here?” Chase nodded, the she spoke up again, “Can we have a talk?”

“Okay,” Chase replied as he stood up and sat next to Sunset on his bed. “Okay, so today, we’re not gonna be able to hang out as brother and sister today,” Sunset said. “I have to help my friends and the Shadowbolts think of a party plan that may be suitable for both our schools and your classmates. I also tried to find a babysitter, but everyone else is busy, so I guess you’re gonna have to find something to do. I’m sorry, little bro. I just don’t want you to be overwhelmed by all this work. You understand, don’t you?” Chase nodded and then gave Sunset a warm hug, then she left his room. “Can I go for a walk in the park by myself and come back home?” Chase asked. “Yeah, sure. Just be back before the storm hits. It’s also gonna rain, so you’re gonna need a rain jacket with you,” Sunset said, then left the apartment to go help her friends with party plans.

After Chase was all alone, he was so bored. He couldn’t think about what to do, so he got up, put on his rain jacket and went for a little walk. While he was walking, he went over to the park and then sat on a bench and looked at his locket.

When all of a sudden, the three Dazzlings from the Neon Moonrise were walking in the park. Adagio wore a black jacket and purple glittery shorts, and her boots were knee high and mixture of black and purple in gothic design, but she wore the same shirt from before. Aria wore a magenta long sleeved shirt with white polka dots that was covered by a lime green short sleeved faux fur vest, dark reddish purple spandex pants with turquoise streaks, and pink and purple gradient boots with lime green fur. Sonata wore a magenta modified dress with one side sleeved and the other side sleeveless and had taco stickers on the center and bottom sides of her skirt, pink horizontal striped socks, and aqua green converse sneakers. “Ah, such a nice day, huh?” Aria asked. “Yep, such a beautiful day to get outside and get some exercise,” Sonata replied. “You said it,” Adagio said. “Otherwise, we would’ve been wandering around without a clue arguing about some kind of schedule for today. But if only we-“ She cut herself off until she saw Chase sitting on the bench looking down at his locket, so Adagio and the other two girls hid themselves and watched how Chase was feeling. “That’s Chase, Sunset’s brother,” Adagio said. “What’s a cute little guy like him doing out here in the park by himself?” Sonata asked softly. “Shhh... Listen and we’ll find out,” Adagio said.

Until he then realized he still had his parents in his heart, Chase looked up in the sky and decided to talk to their spirits in heaven. “I still miss you, Mommy,” Chase said sadly. “But I still wish you and Daddy were here and would’ve met Sunset. She’s been a good sister and she’s been taking care of me so far and so have her friends. I’ll be okay with them because all I wanted was a big family since you left from that car crash. But, with Auntie Estella at large, I don’t know what I’ll do. I don’t want Sunset or my friends to get hurt because of me, and I don’t want to lose them the way I lost you and Daddy in that car accident. While you were gone, Auntie Estella’s been mean to me and she hit me, called me names, and I was always hungry in that cold and terrible house she lives in. Could you ask the spirits to send me a guardian angel to watch over me and my friends? If I ever want to see you, I’ll never stop praying for protection. I love you, and may peace be with you.” Then Chase had tears in his eyes and softly began to cry after he began to walk home. Suddenly, the Dazzlings finally knew the truth and started to feel sorry for him.

“Aww, the poor cutie,” Sonata said. “I don’t believe it,” Adagio said. “All this time, he was abused by his own aunt and he lost his parents from a car crash? That’s totally pathetic.” “I agree. Although I’m sorry to say this, but I think there’s a storm about to hit, along with some rain,” Aria warned. “And he might get struck by lightning!” Sonata exclaimed softly, then shook Adagio while placing her hands on her shoulders, then began whining and sobbing. “Adagio! What are we gonna do?! I don’t want the little cutie to die in such a cruel world!” Adagio slapped Sonata, “Will you stop complaining? Plus, I know exactly what to do. Let’s head back to the van.”

When it started to rain and thunder softly rumbled, Chase was all wet and cold in the rain while wearing his jacket, but he couldn’t zip up his zipper because it was stuck, and he got scared from the thunder. He felt lonely like before, but until a black van came towards him and the door opened. Chase turned around and saw Aria kneeling there, “Hey, little guy. Need a lift?” Chase nodded and then got into the van, and saw Adagio and Sonata sitting in their couch, then Aria got back to the driver’s seat and drove the van. “Adagio!” Chase said as he hugged her. Sonata came over, took off his jacket, and put a towel around him, “Here, you’re freezing wet.” After he was comfy in the towel, Sonata gave him a kiss on the cheek and went back to her seat. “Can I sit with you, Adagio?” Chase asked. Adagio smirked softly and reached out her arm, “Go right ahead. And yes, you can sit on my lap.” Chase then climbed onto the couch and sat on Adagio’s lap, then he laid his head on her chest and listened to her heart thumping. Adagio then embraced him in a hug and stroked his wet hair.

“Long time no see, kiddo,” Adagio said. “Miss us?” Chase nodded. “We also heard what you said in the park,” she explained while cuddling with Chase on her lap. “We’re sorry you had to suffer that way. That kinda behavior your aunt gave you was kinda gullible but irrelevant. Mostly predictably embarrassing.” Then, Chase felt kinda better. “What were you doing out there by yourself before the storm, anyhow?” Aria asked. “I was trying to find something to do since Sunset’s busy helping with the spring formal,” Chase said. “So, I went for a walk to find something to do, but I didn’t feel like playing in the park today.”

“Aww, well that’s too bad,” Sonata said sweetly. “You probably never had a babysitter with you, huh?” Chase nodded as his face was still wet from the rain. Then, he heard thunder and pressed his cheek on Adagio’s chest, whimpering until Adagio rubbed his back and comforted him. “Aww, poor little Chase, scared of thunderstorms,” Sonata said, until Adagio shushed him. “Don’t worry, we’ll take care of you for today,” she said. “How about we go grab some lunch?”

“Ooh! I know just the place!” Sonata exclaimed in excitement. Aria and Adagio rolled their eyes, but Chase was confused, “What place?”

“Trust me, Sonata is obsessed with this place,” Aria said.

Later on, Chase and the Dazzlings were in a Mexican food joint having tacos and burritos for lunch. Chase ordered a kid’s meal of two plain tacos with just soft shells and topped with just beef and cheese with a small kid’s cup of Coca-Cola to drink. He also sat between Adagio and Aria while eating. Adagio and Aria ate their burrito supremes like normal people do, and so did Sonata, but she had 4 hard shell tacos. Adagio ordered a burrito with beef, cheese, onions, lettuce and tomato. Aria ordered a burrito with both ground beef and beef and bean chili and covered with cheese.

“Thanks for looking after me, Adagio,” Chase said kindly. “You’re quite welcome, Chase,” Adagio replied. “This is some good stuff, huh?” Sonata asked with her mouth full, then swallowed. “We know, you love tacos and burritos so much,” Aria said. “We’re glad you do, but you don’t need to say it every time in different ways.”

“I know,” Sonata said, then made a squee smile. “They’re like this most of the time,” Adagio said. “But they try to handle it by getting along.” Chase nodded after taking a bite of his taco, then sipped his soda.

Sonata then saw a jar full of salsa that included fiery habanero peppers. She took a spoonful from the jar and placed some on her taco, then took a bite. She suddenly felt her tongue burning a little, “Hot! Hot! Hot, hot, hot, hot, hot hot, hot, hot, hot!” She then drank some of her soda and swallowed it with the peppers. “Aaaah, that’s better,” she said, until Chase, Adagio and Aria giggled.

“So, you lost your parents in a car accident?” Aria asked. “Yeah, I did,” Chase replied sadly. “Sorry if I brought that up, baby,” Aria said rubbing his shoulder. “We just want you to know that they love you too.”

Chase nodded, then took another bite of his taco, until he finished his first and moved to the second. “Chase, no matter what happens, you’ve got people that love you and adore you, and if you feel sad or scared about something, never back down and keep going,” Adagio said, then kissed Chase’s forehead. Chase then showed them his locket, “This belonged to my mommy. I put a picture in it just in case if I wanna look at it. Something to remember them by.” The three girls were surprised that he never forgot about them, until Adagio asked by placing her hand on his shoulder and neck, “So, what have you been up to so far?” Adagio asked. “Yeah, how’ve your sister and friends been since last time?” Sonata asked, before eating another bite of her taco.

“They’re fine. Well, yesterday, I went to the park with my sister, then we went to the zoo, the museum, the observatory and planetarium, and the aquarium. But, before the night we met last week, I hung out with my sister and her friends from a slumber party at Pinkie Pie’s house one Sunday ago, and hung out with one of her friends each for a whole week before we went to the boardwalk for spring break. I wish you were there. It would’ve been so much fun!” Chase said as the three girls nodded. “Then, that day after we got home from the boardwalk and when I got this huge dragon plushie, I got sick with a tummy ache and huge fever for two days.”

“Oh, my goodness,” Adagio said placing her fingers on her lips. “Glad you felt better after that.”

“So, then what happened?” Aria asked.

“I enrolled to the daycare program at Canterlot High,” Chase answered. “I met Miss Blue Belle, who is my aid. I made friends there. There’s Sam Sam, who is a boy I met yesterday and then there was my first best friend, Melody Blossom, who was Miss Blue Belle’s daughter. I also met Mrs. Chrysalis, our teacher. She was very pretty.”

“Awww, so cute!” Sonata said. “Then, we got a visit from the students from Crystal Prep Academy. My babysitter Cadence is the Dean, and I found out my parents used to go to that school,” Chase said. “My parents won so many trophies.”

The Dazzlings were surprised about his parents going to Crystal Prep and winning trophies. When they finished their tacos and burritos, they drove off.

Later on, they went to a department store. After they shopped for toiletries, shampoo, body wash, conditioner, groceries, they went to a clothing section to try on a few clothes. Each of them were checking out which outfits would be perfect for the three, but Chase kinda started to have an uncomfortable reaction within him. Aria was trying to choose between the jackets she picked out, “Ugh. So many choices, can’t decide what to choose.” Suddenly, Sonata appeared holding up a cute pink top shirted dress, “Hey, Aria. What do you think of this? Do you think it’ll look good on me or no?” Aria shrugged her shoulders, then Sonata made up her mind, “Yeah, I guess it’ll look cute.” Then, they saw Chase holding his bladder in control and sobbing softly, until Adagio kneeled down, “You alright? Because it almost sounds like you gotta go to...” She was eventually cut off by Chase making a whining noise. Adagio realized what he meant, “Oh, crap. Uhh...” She saw the sign for the men’s bathroom.

While Chase was going potty, Adagio, Aria and Sonata waited for Chase to be done so they can leave. They even heard him hum a cute song, but then he stopped for a moment. “Chase, are you done in there?” Aria asked. “No,” Chase replied. “Alright, but hurry up,” Sonata said. “Just take your time.” Chase then continued to sing his song. “That’s such a cute little song,” Sonata said softly, then they heard the toilet flush. “Okay, you’re finished now, right?” Adagio asked. “Hello?” Chase came out from washing his hands, “Yep, I’m done.”

“Phew. Well, that’s a relief,” Adagio said.

After they left the department store, they drove off in their van around the city.

Chase thought of something for a quick second, then poked Adagio and asked her a question, “Adagio, can I ask you for a favor? It’s something I’ve been thinking about.” Adagio nodded, “Yeah, shoot.” He thought for a moment, and then asked her to lean closer and whispered in her ear. Adagio then realized what he asked, “You want us to sing at the spring formal in your school?” Chase nodded. “Well, I don’t see why not,” Adagio said. “I’m sure you two won’t mind.” Sonata and Aria squealed in excitement, “IT’S A DEAL!”

While they were driving, Adagio asked Sunset if they could take Chase to their place, then let her come pick him up around 8:30pm. Sunset replied with a yes and asked the three if they make sure Chase eats dinner around 5 or 6 o’clock, and Adagio replied with a “okay” and thumbs up emoji.

When they finally arrived at their place, Adagio lifted Chase up in her arms and carried him inside as the other two followed her. They got inside and Chase saw the place having plenty of living space, three decorative bedrooms, a huge decorative living room with a huge plush couch, a small kitchen, and a master bathroom. He also saw a painting of three colorful mermaids sitting on a rock that was stranded on the ocean, and then saw lots of colorful lights and interesting decor.

“Chase, welcome to our humble home. It’s not much, but it’s something that feels like home,” Adagio said. “We call this “The Siren’s Cove.” It’s because our voices relate to sirens,” Aria said. “Yeah, but some people think of us as beautiful mermaids,” Sonata said softly. “Wow, but to me, you almost sound like angels from heaven,” Chase said, then the Dazzlings blushed, “So, you three live here together?”

“Yeah, It’s not much, but we like it that way,” Aria said, until Adagio spoke up, “And we also make sure each one of us gets a turn for doing particular household chores or go pick up some required errands listed down.”

“But sometimes, mostly Aria and I like to take turns on the chores,” Sonata said. “Yep, but it’s just to make sure that nothing bad happens to either one of us,” Aria stated. “Yeah, especially plumbing and leaks. Also, a huge load of groceries that is way too much to carry,” Sonata stated back. “Well, at least one of us has confidence,” Aria said. “Will you two knock it off?” Adagio silenced them with a death stare. “Sorry,” they said softly. “God, you two are so annoying. It’s always the same stupid bargaining,” Adagio said with her finger and thumb pressed on her monobrow bone, until she kneeled down to Chase and placed her hands on his shoulders, “Hey, Chase. Why don’t you go sit on the couch and watch some TV? We’ll take care of you later,” Adagio suggested kindly. “Okay,” Chase said, as he ran to the couch and kicked back on the cushion, took his shoes off and neatly placed them on the white tiger fake fur carpet, then put on “Thomas and Friends.”

“Here you go,” Sonata said, as she gave Chase a plate of cookies and a glass of milk, then the girls went to their rooms to have some privacy.

After the girls came back from some relaxing, they saw Chase sleeping on the couch and his milk and cookies were already done. Sonata took his cup and plate to the dishwasher, then she sat down with Adagio and Aria on the couch. Adagio laid Chase down on her lap and wrapped a leopard print blanket all over him, then Aria put on a movie, until the channel they found aired something that Chase might enjoy, and Sonata grabbed some Doritos.

When the movie started, Chase woke up and saw that they were watching one of his favorite Disney movies, “The Lion King.”

“I love this movie,” Chase said softly. “Hey, sleepyhead,” Aria said softly. Adagio stroked his shoulders gently, “You have a good nap?” Chase nodded, then stretched his arms and back, but Sonata tickled his armpits and caused a giggle from him. Then, Chase laid back and enjoyed the movie with them.

While they watched the movie, they ordered Chinese food for dinner. Chase got some sweet and sour chicken with white rice and steamed vegetables, while the girls ordered sushi. After they finished both dinner and the movie, it was time for Chase to go home, since Sunset was at the front door.

Adagio got up after Chase got up from the couch and walked over to the door with her. After she opened the door, Sunset had an umbrella with her and Chase went over to his sister and gave her a hug, “Thanks for watching him, Adagio,” Sunset said. “It was no trouble at all. He was easy as pie,” Adagio said. “But we have good news. We were wondering if we could sing at your spring formal in Canterlot High. Chase asked us nicely.” Sunset looked down at him and saw him giving her the puppy eyes, “Alright, but there’ll be preschool kids present. Just to let you know.” Adagio saw the other two squealing girls in excitement, “We’re in.” Sunset nodded and then took Chase home. “See you around, kiddo!” Adagio said kindly. “Call us next time if you wanna see us!” Sunset gave her a thumbs up and then walked home with Chase under her umbrella.

Author's Note

I guess the Dazzlings aren’t that bad for some fan viewers. :heart:

Chapter 24: The Water Park/Aunt Estella

It was a nice warm day of 84 degrees in Sunset’s neighborhood. The sun was not too hot, but some people were sweating like crazy. Sunset was watching the weather forecast on the news about the weather, and Chase was eating a bowl of Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal in the kitchen. Sunset suddenly turned off the TV after the news was over and decided to think about what to do today, until the doorbell rang. She got up and answered the door, until she looked down and saw Melody and Sam Sam with two bags and wearing swimsuits. “Hello, kids. What can I do for you?” Sunset asked. “Is Chase home?” Melody asked. “Yeah, he’s in the kitchen eating his breakfast. He just got up a few minutes ago,” Sunset said softly. “If you wanna come inside, go ahead.”

Melody and Sam Sam came inside while Chase was finishing his breakfast. After he came from the kitchen, he saw Melody and Sam Sam on the couch, “Melody! Sam Sam!”

“Chase!” they replied and they all got in for a group hug. “Are you guys ready for our play date?” Chase asked. “Yeah!” they replied. “Can you come with us?” Melody asked, showing her the booklet that had information about the water park. “Is that why you’re here?” Sunset asked. Melody and Sam Sam nodded, then Sunset smiled warmly, “Why not? Just let me get changed, text my friends and we can go. Chase, go ahead and change into your swimsuit.” Sunset went upstairs to get changed into her swimsuit, then Chase went upstairs to change into his swimsuit and brush his teeth.

Later on, Chase came out wearing his blue shark swimsuit and Sunset was wearing her swimsuit. “You kids ready to go?” Sunset asked. The kids nodded and then grabbed their towels, as Sunset grabbed her bag and then they all walked out the door together. Then, they saw Applejack’s van pull over and a door opened revealing the girls in their swimsuits. Principal Celestia, Vice-Principal Luna, and Dean Cadence were sitting in the front row.

Principal Celestia wore a hourglass shaped swimsuit in dark purple and had a gold sun symbol on the center, but her skirt was in golden yellow linen and had a sun symbol on one side, and she wore a pair of sandals that were the same color as her work shoes. Vice-Principal Luna wore a black and navy blue gradient swimsuit that was similar to Sunset’s, but her top had a crescent moon symbol with a purple cloud on the center, and she wore dark purple flip flops. Dean Cadence wore a swimsuit that was related to Rarity’s, but it was turquoise and teal with pink streaks. The top had her laced crystal heart pinned in the center, and she wore light blue sandals.

Sunset sat in the seat that was next to Applejack, Sam Sam and Melody sat all the way in the back with Rainbow Dash and Rarity, and Chase sat between Dean Cadence and Principal Celestia, who sat cross legged and next to Vice-Principal Luna. When they were ready and put their bags in the trunk, they drove off to the water park.

While they were driving, Sam Sam and Melody were napping while Rarity comforted them and Chase was laying on Principal Celestia’s lap listening to her read him some chapters from a kid’s novel. When she was done reading him the two chapters, Chase then slept on her bare legs after Principal Celestia unwrapped her skirt and wrapped it around Chase as a blanket, making him feel warm and comfy. Principal Celestia stroked his shoulders and the back of his neck, then slept with her head leaning back.

Until a few hours later, they arrived at the water park that was called “Aquatic Wonder World.” They parked the van in an empty spot in the parking lot. Then they took out their bags from the trunk and went inside. Chase took Sunset’s hand, and Rarity took Sam Sam and Melody’s hands as they all walked inside to get signed in and get their wristbands. After they were signed in, they entered the entire park. They saw that the water park had a playground that looked like an underwater kingdom. The big bucket had ancient decals on it. There were a lot of water slides everywhere, a lazy river, ocean wave pool, and a surfing simulator. “Are you guys ready for some fun?” Rainbow Dash asked. “Yeah!” The kids and girls shouted. Principal Celestia took out her phone and read the schedule for the time, “Okay, so now it’s 10:30 am and the park closes at 6:30 pm, so we can leave whenever you all want.”

“Last one at our table gets to buy lunch!” Pinkie Pie hollered. “Hey, no fair!” Rainbow Dash argued, as she, Pinkie Pie and the other girls finished setting up their chairs and table, and Sam Sam and Melody ran off to the water park. The teachers leaned down on their chairs and gave themselves a chance to relax, until Principal Celestia came up with an idea for Chase, “Chase? How about after lunch, you and I go on the lazy river together?”

“Okay!” Chase replied excitingly after he hugged the principal and ran off to the playground and catch up with his friends. “He is such a cute little boy,” she said. “And he has such lovely friends with him,” Vice-Principal Luna replied. “And he has a good sister for him to love,” Dean Cadence said.

Chase, Melody and Sam Sam went to the girls who were sitting in their chairs relaxing and sharing some laughs. Rainbow Dash turned her head and saw the kids near her, “You three okay?”

“Can we go on the slides?” Melody asked while pointing at the big water slides. “Of course you can. But you’re gonna need an adult with you,” Twilight said. “I’ll do it,” Rainbow Dash said, as she got up from her seat and took the kids with her. After Rainbow Dash got a tube for herself and the kids, they went up the stairs to the entrance to the slides. Rainbow Dash placed the ring on the slide floor, then got on first. Sam Sam and Melody sat down where the handlebars were and held onto them, but Chase sat down between Rainbow Dash’s legs and leaned his back gently on her belly and wrapped his elbowed arms around her waist.

Then, after the lifeguard pushed their tube down the slide, they all screamed in joy as they slid down the slide. They slid through the looping tunnels until they reached the end of the slide, causing them all to splash into a mini pool and slow down. They all began laughing. “Can we do that again?” Chase asked, until they got off and went on again for the last time. After that, the kids went to the playground area and wandered around and made sure they were where the adults and girls were.

After a few minutes of playing in the water playground, Dean Cadence called the kids over for lunchtime. When they got to the table, Sunset and Rarity gave the kids their towels to let them dry themselves off. Chase sat down with Sunset and both Sam Sam and Melody sat next to Vice-Principal Luna and Rarity. They all got pizza and fries to share, along with some soda for each.

After lunch, Chase went over to Principal Celestia, “Principal Celestia, can we go in the lazy river?” Principal Celestia nodded with a warm smile, then stood up and unwrapped her sun skirt and took her sandals off. She and Chase walked over to the lazy river. After they arrived at the river, Principal Celestia grabbed a two holed tube and laid herself all over the tube, then Chase climbed onto the tube and laid back on top of her. Then when they were both ready, Principal Celestia pushed the tube away from the steps and then down into the stream until they started floating. Chase then closed his eyes and started to feel relaxed.

“So Chase, have you been to this park before?” Principal Celestia asked. “N-No... I never went here. My aunt never let me have fun or play,” Chase replied sadly. Principal Celestia stroked Chase’s shoulders, “I’m sorry, sweetheart. But at least you have your sister to take you with. You should be grateful.” Chase nodded. After Principal Celestia spread out her arms, she and Chase continued down the stream until they made it back to the stairs, and then all of a sudden, Chase caught up with Melody and Sam Sam as they went back to the playground to get wet again. They went on the slides, splashed each other, and got dunked by the giant bucket.

While the girls got bored doing nothing, except Rainbow Dash, Applejack and Pinkie Pie going on the water slides, Rarity came up with an idea, “Why don’t we all swim in the pool? It’s over there!” She pointed at the huge swimming pool. The girls made agreeable comments and then Sunset went to retrieve the kids, until their principals came over without their skirts and sandals. “Are you all going to the pool?” Dean Cadence asked. “Mmhmm,” the girls replied. “We’re going as well,” Principal Celestia said, then until Sunset came back with the kids, they all went into the pool together, but Rainbow Dash, Applejack, Sunset, Pinkie Pie, and the kids jumped into the pool. Chase swam over to Sunset and he held on her shoulders. “Don’t worry, buddy. I’ve got you,” Sunset said as she held him gently, “Don’t worry, the water’s fine. There are no big waves like the ocean. It’s just a pool.” Chase nodded and then let go, until he began to float by moving his arms and legs. “See? You’re doing it! You’re doing it!” Sunset said proudly, then hugged Chase and gave him a kiss on the forehead, then she released him and let him swim around with his friends.

Unexpectedly, he felt someone poke him, so he turned around and saw Cadence make a funny scare, then he laughed and hugged his favorite babysitter, until she hugged him back and gave him the funny kiss. After Cadence shared a cuddle with Chase, Sunset came over and took him. Then, Sunset and Chase swam together as siblings. Then, after everyone had a nice swim, they got out of the pool and dried off and it was time for them all to go home. After they packed their bags and left the building, they went to the van and placed the bags in the trunk, then got in the van and drove off.

When they arrived at their first destination, which was Sunset’s apartment, Sunset and Chase got out of the vehicle and then took their bags out of the trunk. “See you tomorrow!” Sunset said. “Bye!” everyone replied as they drove off to drop off the others to their homes. After they left, Sunset took Chase inside the apartment to get hosed and plan on what to do for dinner.

Meanwhile, the next morning, there was a small gothic mansion and it had a black and white Mitsuoka Himiko with chrome white wall racing tires. Inside the mansion was a woman at Principal Celestia’s age, and she had curled up bobbed gothic white hair with light gray, dark gray, and sandy tan streaks, and she had pale red eyeshadow, blood red lipstick, and mascara on her eyelashes. She wore a black latex robe with pale grayish turquoise boas on her sleeves and neck over a black linen nightgown, red soft satin on the inside, black linen long sleeved gloves, and wore black heeled slippers. It was Estella, Chase’s evil aunt. She also had a white Persian cat laying on her lap purring and Estella petted her cat, while she was reading a book and drinking her coffee her butler gave her, along with some biscuits topped with cream beef and a side of hash brown and fried sunny-side up eggs.

“Oh, the devil take it!” Estella said angrily, while she ate her breakfast. “It’s obvious that miserable little beast had to run away and leave me alone without any assistance. I should’ve pulled the plug on him while I had the chance! It’s no reason Teresa and Gregory loved him more than me!” She then finished her breakfast, then laid down on her fainting couch wallowing into self pity. Until her cat handed her an envelope, she opened it and read the note, regarding about the Spring Formal at Canterlot High with Crystal Prep visiting. She got an idea. It was an awful idea. Estella suddenly had a dreadfully awful idea about her nephew. “Oh, just you wait, dear Chase. My little nephew,” she said in a sarcastic cute tone while staring at a picture with him sitting with his parents. “When I find you, I will have my revenge. Time to pay the price about running away from your dear Auntie Estella.” She then began to chuckle a little while her cat looked at the photo, “I’ll finally be one with the family bloodline forever.” Estella then began to make an psychotic evil cackle.

Author's Note

Uh oh, looks like Aunt Estella is plotting her revenge after all! Chase might be in danger! :pinkiegasp:

Sounds like it’s up to his adoptive sister and her friends to protect him. :rainbowdetermined2:

This is where I came up with an idea about Aunt Estella.

Chapter 25: A Visit from the Superintendent

After Chase and Sunset came home from school, they saw a blue and white 1957 Chevy Belair Convertible near their apartment. When they got inside, they saw someone sitting on the couch waiting for them. She had sand colored skin, golden yellow hair with honey yellow streaks, and she wore a navy blue business jacket and skirt, a white work shirt, and black high heels with gold buckles. “Sunset Shimmer, I presume?” she asked. “I am Child Adoption Superintendent Meridian Honeymoon, but you can call me Miss Honeymoon. I work for the public law society.” Sunset nodded. “Sorry to keep you waiting. Do you want something to drink before we start?” Sunset asked politely.

“Yes, please,” Miss Honeymoon replied, until she saw Chase hiding from her, “Hey, it’s okay. I’m not here to take you away. I just want to talk to you and your sister about something.” Chase then came out and Miss Honeymoon stroked his hands and rubbed his hair softly, until Sunset came back with some coffee for Miss Honeymoon and herself. Then after Sunset sat down, Chase sat down on the couch and leaned by Sunset’s side. When she finished putting some milk in her coffee and in Miss Honeymoon’s cup, she wrapped her arm around Chase and stroked his hair and the back of his neck and shoulders.

“Alright, I have the adoption documents that you signed. I looked over and found out that they were checked clean and it was your actual handwriting,” Miss Honeymoon said. “If I am correct, do you really want to adopt Chase Tucker as your brother?”

“Well, the reason why was because when he looked at me with those sad eyes, he thought of me as a sister,” Sunset explained. “He also told me about his parents and how he lost them in the car crash. And Estella mistreating him.” Miss Honeymoon placed her fingers on her lips, “Oh my goodness. You poor thing. I am so sorry.” Chase sniffed, then Sunset continued, “When I found him on the last week of February, he looked so cold, tired, hungry, hurt and scared. After I brought him home with me, I decided to let him live with me until I find out what to do. And after he told me about his past life, I had no choice but to adopt him and take him under my wing. I mean, look at his sweet little face.”

Sunset and Miss Honeymoon looked at Chase leaning next to Sunset’s stomach and hugging her, and having puppy eyes with tears, then Sunset continued talking, “He needs someone to love him and take care of him. Because without someone to properly care for him like a mother, father, brother, or sister, he would perish in the cold of winter. He also had two nightmares about Estella being giant monsters, if I recall. I sometimes let him sleep with me if he gets scared, but he would normally sleep in his bed after I read him a bedtime story and tuck him in under his blankets. He also likes to hang out with my friends sometimes in case if there isn’t a babysitter available, but we also enrolled him to the daycare program at Canterlot High. He made two new friends there who were his age and his teachers are very sweet. He also met some other people who were so kind to him.” Sunset told them the names of the people Chase met and how kind they were and the places they went to, and Sunset finished up, “And we’re trying to keep him safe from Estella being close to him. She could be anywhere near here.”

Miss Honeymoon nodded and wrote some notes during their chat, “Mmhmm... I’ll make sure these notes and documents are used as evidence for the trial.” Sunset nodded. Miss Honeymoon made a suggestion, “If you win, we’ll hand over everything that he owns from the place he used to live with his parents, including his birth certificate, toys, portraits, pictures, and everything else over to your house so that his family will be remembered, as long as he has you. If there’s something you need, call me and I’ll come over.” She handed Sunset her calling card and then kneeled down towards Chase’s level, “Chase, I’ll be at the trial to help you and your friends win the adoption.” Chase nodded and then Miss Honeymoon then stood back up and shook her Sunset’s hand, “Report at the courthouse on Saturday at 12:30 pm, and be sure to dress formal, but not too formal. See you then.” Miss Honeymoon then left the apartment and drove off back to the office.

“Okay, just need to send a text: ‘Adoption trial is on Saturday at 12:30 pm, dress formal. Superintendent hired. Need lawyer.’ And send.” Sunset said after she texted her friends and Dean Cadence about the trial. Then, Rarity texted back that she’ll make outfits for the trial after she finishes the outfits for the spring formal this Friday. Twilight replied that she will ask her brother to be on a look out for Estella. Rainbow Dash replied that they will help protect Chase and make sure he stays with all of them. Sunset replied with a comment saying “thank you” and both a kiss and thumbs up emoji. After their texting was done, she went to the kitchen and started to make some dinner.

Author's Note

BTW, I made Child Adoption Superintendent Meridian Honeymoon voiced by Nicole Kidman, but made her beautiful like Dean Cadence. I will update about Aunt Estella’s defeat soon and the trial.

Chapter 26: Aunt Estella’s Henchmen/Spring Formal Set Up and Dance Rehearsals

The next day, a big black and gray dirty cargo truck with a cloak appeared in the alley near a warehouse. Then after it stopped, three men stepped out and entered the warehouse. The first one was baggy eyed and had black shaggy hair and a beard. He wore a dark gray fedora, a navy blue cotton trench coat, black pants and shoes, and wore a maroon sweater vest and light gray work shirt and black tie. The second one was also tall and he had dark brown short afro hair and a long beard. He wore a brown trench jacket with a navy blue and charcoal gray long sleeved baseball shirt with 4 buttons, a red ascot, dark brown pants and black work shoes. The third was short and had light brown hair. He wore a gray jacket, a grey gold hat, a green plaid sleeveless vest, khaki pants, and black work shoes.

“Wesley, Marty. We just received this,” Jack said in a British voice. They saw an envelope slide in his hand. “Let’s hear what it says,” Wesley said. Jack opened the envelope and read the note that turned out to be an invitation.

“Alright, Let’s see what we have here,” Jack said, until he read the note:

“Gentlemen,

You are requested at this address for a talk over tea and biscuits. I have a job for you three and I expect you to come immediately. Meet me here at this place at 12 o’clock this afternoon.

Signed, Your Dealer

P.S., this the address:
515 Great Oaks Ave, Everfree Hills 08055”

“Hmm, a job offer, eh?” Jack asked. “Alright. Wesley, Marty. Get your coats. We’ve got a date with our new dealer.”

After they received their delivery from Estella, they drove off to her mansion for tea and biscuits and to talk about the offer. Meanwhile, Estella was reading the invite about the spring formal and began to imagine what Chase will wear. “Oh, my dear little Chase. You’re gonna look so handsome when I get my hands on you!” she said as she heard the door knock. “Edgar! The door please!” she hollered after she placed the paper in one side of her robe. After her butler, Edgar Alfresco opened the door, Wesley, Marty and Jack entered the building and then saw Estella walking in the living room, and wearing a tiger print fuzzy cleavage dress with a black feather cowl and black beaded necklace. “Good afternoon, ma’am. We’ve come as expected,” Jack said. “Good. Sit down,” Estella said as she walked over and sat down, until the three men sat down.

“Tea?” Edgar asked. “Uh, yes, please,” Wesley replied. Marty gave him a short nod. “Yes, thank you,” Jack replied. Edgar poured the tea into the pot and rolled the tray over to them, and placed the tray of both tea and biscuits on the table, then the three thugs helped themselves with the tea and biscuits. “Well, a pleasant spring day we have, huh ma’am?” Jack asked. “Yes, and?” Estella asked drinking her tea. “Nothing,” Jack replied, until he accidentally dropped his spoon, “But we were actually wondering... What exactly did you call us here for?”

“I’m glad you asked, darling,” Estella replied. “I called you for a job that I want done tonight. I want you three to go to this school or wherever this child will be, and bring him to here. If there are any witnesses, bring them with. But I want them alive as well. This child I want you to bring me is my nephew, Chase Tucker.”

“Let me get this straight. You want us to kidnap your nephew and bring him to your mansion here where you’ll meet us?” Wesley asked. “Wow,” Phil said. “What’s in it for us?” Estella snapped her fingers and Edgar handed her a case full of money. “Ma’am, we’re in,” Jack said, then Estella cackled softly. “Well, what can I say? Sometimes accidents will happen!” Estella then made another psychotically evil cackle.

Meanwhile, Sunset and her friends, along with the 5 Shadowbolts, were rehearsing dance moves and working on music and editing some outfits. Rainbow Dash was practicing the “Cha-Cha Slide” with some of the girls from both CHS and CPA. Others were helping Pinkie Pie with decorations and helping Rarity with outfits.

Chase was sitting on the bench looking bored and having a sad mopey face. Rarity saw how Chase was feeling while she and Sunny Flare were examining their outfits for the formal, then she asked Sunny to take over and walked over to the sad kid. “What’s wrong, darling?” Rarity asked sitting down next to Chase. “I don’t feel like going. I don’t know why, but I feel like something bad’s gonna happen and it’s scaring me.”

“But I managed to make you a cute tuxedo for the dance, plus we can all help you with your problem,” Rarity said kindly, then kissed him on one side of his head. “Now, come down with me. I need to take your measurements, then I’ll find something that’ll suit you.”

Chase nodded, then Rarity took his hand and walked down to the gym floor with him. After she took his measurements, she began some sketches with his tuxedo and some colors. After she finished making notes about his suit, she began to select the right fabric. Suddenly, she found a fabric related to tuxedo jackets but colored black, and Sunny Flare suddenly found other fabrics. One was formal pant fabric in pale dark grayish blue, the other was dress shirt fabric in light green, and the last one was a fish print aqua green bow tie that was Chase’s size. Fleur found Skechers dress shoes at Chase’s foot size. Rarity nodded and began to work on his jacket, then Chase went with Fleur and sat down on her lap.

When Rarity was done, she went to Chase and gave it to him, including the other clothes, “Go ahead and try it on, darling.” Chase went to the boy’s bathroom and tried on his suit for the dance. When he came back out, everyone was adored by his handsome appearance. Chase started to blush and fidgeted his hands nervously, until Sunset came over and gave him a hug. “How does it feel, Chase?” Rarity asked. “It‘s kinda nice,” Chase replied. “I think it’s lovely,” Fluttershy said kindly. “I know,” Rarity said.

When they finished with uniforms and practiced dancing, it was time to call it for the night. Sunset went to Chase and kneeled down, “Chase, why don’t we walk home? Go get changed.” Chase nodded and then they grabbed their stuff, “Girls, I’m gonna take Chase home. We’ll continue tomorrow.” The girls agreed with goodbyes and thoughtful comments, then Sunset and Chase walked home together.

Author's Note

Looks like Chase has a suit for the formal after all, but what will happen if he gets caught by the bandits? Find out soon!

Chapter 27: Assault in the Apartment/Chase Kidnapped!

The next day, after the sun went down and while Chase was having a slumber party and play date with Melody and Sam Sam, Sunset was reading them “The Cat In The Hat by Dr. Seuss.” But suddenly, Wesley, Phil and Jack came inside. “Good evening, miss,” Jack said. Sunset turned around and saw them grinning, and looking at Chase and his friends. “We’re with the orphanage and we got a call about an orphan boy in your presence,” Jack said. “Now, hand over the boy and we’ll all be cool,” Phil replied. Sunset grabbed a baseball bat and made a position to defend herself, “Get... out... of my house.”

“Look, ma’am. We’ve got a job to do, so drop the bat,” Jack said. “I’m not kidding. Get out or I’m calling the police,” Sunset warned. “Chase, what do we do?” Melody asked. “Sunset, we’re scared,” Chase said. “Kids, stay back there,” Sunset said.

“Alright, you’ve asked for it,” Jack said. “Lads, teach her a lesson.” Wesley and Marty were about to attack Sunset, until she hit them both with the bat, “KIDS, RUN!” Chase, Sam Sam and Melody ran for there lives, until Sunset fought back kung fu style. “You guys forgot something about me,” Sunset said defensively while she made a fighting stance. “I have a black belt in karate. So if you want to get to my little brother, you’re gonna have to go through me to get them.” Jack got angry and charged at her with a crowbar, until Sunset dodged the attack and did a backflip and then did a flying kick in the face. Wesley got up and tried to grab her, “Oh, you two-faced... D’oh!” He was caught off guard when Sunset elbowed him in the gut and then punched him in the face. Marty charged at her, but Sunset slipped under him and used her legs to strangle his neck and then pulled him to the floor face first. “Sunset, where’d you learn that?” Chase asked. “That I learned from Applejack!” Sunset said as she kept dodging Wesley’s punches, then grabbed his head and hit him with her knee three times, “That I also learned from Rainbow Dash!”

“SUNSET, HELP!” The kids yelled out when they were grabbed by Jack and Marty. “Hey! Come back here!” Sunset yelled. “I’m not finished with you!”

“Haha haha! Goodnight, lassie! Later!” Jack said.

Sunset then realized that the kids were taken by the thugs. “Oh no! They took the kids! I gotta warn the others!” Sunset ran off to Canterlot Boutique where the others were finishing up their outfits for the spring formal.

When Sunset made it to the door, she opened it and warned her friends, “Guys! Thugs! They took the kids!”

“Wait. WHAT!?” Twilight exclaimed. “They stole Chase!?” Rarity asked in shock. “OH NO!? WHATEVER WILL WE DO!?” Fleur asked in extreme shock. “We gotta call somebody!” Pinkie Pie exclaimed, until Sunset took out her phone and dialed Cadence’s phone number.

Meanwhile, Shining Armor and Cadence were in a fancy restaurant on a date together and eating dinner. Cadence wore a navy blue satin jacket over a black glittery dress and her blue flats, and eating salmon. Shining Armor wore a navy blue tuxedo and maroon dress pants, and eating a parmesan crusted chicken. They were clanging their wine glasses proposing a toast to each other, “To my handsome Shining Armor, the only lucky guy any girl like me could be with,” Cadence said soothingly. “Well, and to you, Cadence, the only woman I ever had a crush on since college,” Shining Armor replied. Cadence giggled and then felt her phone buzzing. She looked through her purse and took out her phone, “Sorry, I need to take this,” Cadence said, until she answered her phone. “Hello?”

“Cadence, are you there!?” Sunset asked. “Sunset? Is this you?” Cadence asked. “How are you?” “Cadence, you need to listen to me!”

“Sunset, calm down. What’s going on?” Cadence asked, then Sunset explained everything. “WHAT?”

After their date ended, Cadence and Shining Armor came over to Principal Celestia’s office to tell her the bad news. “Principal Celestia, Sunset just called,” Cadence said. “What is it?” Principal Celestia asked. “She told us everything. Chase is missing!” Shining Armor explained. “And so are Melody and Sam Sam,” Cadence said. Principal Celestia and Vice-Principal Luna were shocked that three innocent children were kidnapped, then went over to the police station with them.

Author's Note

Oh no! Three kids stolen! :raritydespair: :fluttercry: What’s gonna happen to them? Looks like we’ll have to find out what happens next.

Chapter 28: The Kids’s Escape Plan

At the police station, Sunset and her friends and teachers, and Twilight’s parents, were sitting down in a few chairs while Sunset explained to the chief what happened at her house and what happened with the kids. He had light brown skin and he had a black and grey beard and some hair on the back of his head, but the rest was bald. He wore a navy blue and black police uniform like Shining Armor. Next to him was the lieutenant, but he had white skin like Chase and brown combed hair, and he wore a police uniform.

“Hmm, I see. So these three are the ones who took your brother? And you’re adopting him?” Chief Thompson asked. “Yes,” Sunset replied. “Please help me. He’s very little and he’s very fragile but very emotionally sensitive. He’s the sweetest, adorable and most special boy I’ve ever met. And I’m the only family that he wanted after I took him in. But now I don’t know what I’ll do,” Sunset began to cry, until Rarity gave her a tissue. “It’s all my fault he’s gone,” Sunset said while wiping the tears off her eyes. Chief Thompson walked over to Sunset and placed his hand under her chin, “Don’t worry. I’m sure he’ll be fine. We’ll be on a lookout tomorrow morning.” Sunset nodded, “Thank you, Chief. But I still don’t get it. Who’s really responsible for this?”

“I don’t know, but we’ll let you know if the children are found, sir,” Shining Armor said. Chief Thompson nodded and then everyone went home for the night.

The next morning, Jack, Wesley and Marty stopped their truck at a telephone booth to give their dealer about their progress. The kids were in the trunk tied up and wrapped in a huge blanket to keep them warm. Jack dialed the phone to Estella’s phone number.

Meanwhile, Estella was in a leopard print bathrobe reading newspapers about the kidnapping, the kids that were taken, and a picture of Sunset and her friends with sad faces. “So, you do have a new family,” Estella said to herself. “Hahahahahaha. Poor little children. They are darling, aren’t they? Well, I suppose I can finally... WHAT!? ‘Sunset Shimmer claimed adoptive sister to Tucker boy?!’ How could she do this to me?” She angrily ruffled the newspaper and then her phone rang, until she answered it. “Hello?” she answered.

“Good morning, ma’am,” Jack said. “We have good news and bad news. Good news is we’ve got the kids.”

“Bad news: the cops already now, even the papers!” Wesley said. “I guess you’re worthy adversaries after all.” Estella said. “My faith in you three has given me great pleasure. Make sure they don’t get away or I’ll have your heads. Do you understand?”

“Yes, madam,” Jack said. “We’ll make sure nothing happens, but right now we’re on our way back. Just had to hide somewhere for the night. We’ll see you there then.”

“Excellent. Ta-ta,” Estella hung up and then looked at the picture of her nephew, “Oh, darling Chase. Just you wait. You’re in for such a pleasant surprise.” Estella then started to make a psychotic cackle.

After the three thugs arrived at the mansion, they unloaded the kids from the truck and carried them inside. Chase was very sad, but Melody and Sam Sam tried to fight back by hitting Marty, “Hey, knock it off!” After they got inside Estella waited for them in her living room. Jack and Marty put the kids on the couch and then stood back, and Estella, who was wearing the same dress from yesterday, saw her nephew and his friends with him, then walked over. “Such sad, sad faces,” she said. “I know I was never good to you, darling, but I too loved your mother, my dear sister. But until she was happy with her dear husband and your father, and then while you showed up, I was disgusted about how much they loved you more than me. They never visit, they never call or text. I was all alone, but I had no choice but to teach you and your parents a lesson.” Melody and Sam Sam were scared about the story, until she continued and sat closer to Chase, “I had to get rid of you three, but I ended up living with you. You should’ve been lucky to be alive.”

“YOU KILLED MY MOMMA!” Chase yelled. “How dare you talk to me that way?! But now that I have you, I can finally have my revenge and keep you three in my custody... FOREVER!” Estella finally made a cackle.

“You’re crazy!” Chase said. “Haven’t you realized?” Estella asked. “It’s your fault your parents are dead and that you still live! But since you’ve moved on and made a new family, I’m going to serve you a far more severe punishment! But first... TAKE THEM UPSTAIRS!” The three men took them upstairs and locked them in an abandoned bedroom. After the kids were locked upstairs, Wesley, Marty and Jack got their money from Estella and were given a job to guard the door. Edgar was in charge of feeding them, but he was feeling sorry about the poor kids. So he managed to help them escape without Estella noticing.

Chase, Melody and Sam Sam were in the bed with sad tearful faces thinking about how much they miss their families and they want to go home with them. Chase wanted to be with Sunset again.

Sunset felt her heart broken when Chase was gone missing, and she was having tears in her eyes and placed her hands over her heart in a warm grasp. Twilight, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Applejack, and Rarity felt the same way, wishing he was back with them now.

The next morning, after Edgar fed Estella and her goons breakfast, he managed to give the broken-hearted kids some pleasant breakfast as well. When he entered the room, he gave the children some French toast. “Thanks, Edgar,” Chase said. “I know you miss her, but she’s coming for you, and I’m going to help you get back to her. So you’re going to have to stay low and do what I say if you want to see her again. You understand?” Edgar asked. Chase nodded, and then joined his friends for breakfast.

After they were done, Edgar came back, took their tray and then left the room. “Chase, I wanna go home,” Sam Sam said. “We all do, but we don’t have a way out,” Chase said. “Aunt Estella might catch us and we don’t want that to happen.” Melody and Sam Sam nodded, then they heard footsteps and then stood by the wall. It was the three men and one of them each had a tool in their hands: a crowbar, a plumber wrench, and a fireplace poker stick. “Alright, lads. What should we do with them?” Jack asked, with the fireplace poker stick in his hands. “How about if we gently hit them if they don’t do their chores very well?” Wesley asked, holding the wrench. “I was thinking the same thing,” Marty said, holding the crowbar. Then, they entered the room and saw that the kids were gone, but they snuck out without them noticing. “Where’d they go?” Jack asked. “You let them get away, didn’t you?” Wesley asked shoving Marty. “Me? It was totally you!” Marty replied. “SHUT UP! Now, split up and look for them, and if you find them, bring them to the duchess alive. Now move,” Jack said. They began to search everywhere for the kids, but unexpectedly the kids made some traps for them.

“Okay, guys. Let’s show them,” Chase said, then they split up and hid in other places.

The police came over to Sunset’s house and told her some bad news, “Miss Shimmer, we’ve looked everywhere in the county, but no sign of them. We’re still trying, but we’ll find them,” Chief Thompson said. Sunset nodded and then after the cops left, Sunset texted her friends that it’s up to them to find Chase and stop Estella. They girls nodded until Sunset received a text from an unknown caller. She replied to it and it said “The kids are fine. Helping them escape. Sit tight until further notice.” Sunset texted her friends to meet her at her apartment and wait until further notice and bring the others with.

While the goons kept searching for the kids, Marty checked one room of the mansion, which is where Chase was hiding. Marty then pulled the doorknob and it got loose and rope started to come out. He kept pulling the rope until it stopped and then nothing happened. He then turned around and forcibly tugged the string, and suddenly the rope that was tied to a barbell and it suddenly fell off the shelf it was on and it forcibly slammed him towards the door, knocking him out.

In the attic upstairs, Wesley looked around and then made sure if anyone was up here, until he accidentally slipped on the floor that was covered in a slippery liquid and then slid into a wall and got tumbled by a buffalo head bust.

In the abandoned living room, Jack searched around the entire room for the kids, but he suddenly found Sam Sam crouching in fear and then Jack made a grin. “Hey, it’s alright. Just come to me, and we’ll have a nice small talk,” Jack said sweetly, but Sam Sam refused and ran off. Jack grunted angrily and went after the kid, but he accidentally tripped over a tripwire that was connected to a huge shelf full of ash from the fireplace that tumbled onto him.

While Marty was still trying to get in, he used his crowbar and used it to force the door open. After the door opened, he got in, but accidentally fell through a hole leading him to the basement. He landed on his belly, causing some of his bones to ache after the landing. He got up, snapped his neck and then his back for balance. “Ah, much better,” he said, then he went over to a light switch and then pulled it, but unexpectedly, he was hit in the head by an iron that tumbled all the way down. After that, he had an imprint on his forehead.

When Wesley got back from being ran over by a slippery floor and buffalo head wall bust, he went to the other hallway upstairs and looked for the other kids. But he eventually found out the floor was booby trapped, until Melody giggled quietly and pulled the lever, causing Wesley to fall onto a pile of glue and feathers.

Marty was managing to walk upstairs out of the basement, until there was tar on two of the steps causing him to lose both his shoes and walk up the stairs barefoot, until he accidentally stepped on a couple of jacks and it caused him to fall off the stairs on his back. “Grr... THAT DOES IT!”

Wesley got up from the feather pile and walked out the door, until a blowtorch blew on top of his head and burned some of his hair. He saw a bathtub, then jumped in, but he found out it was freezing like water in the winter. And his head had a small bald spot.

Jack got out from the ash and then walked over towards the pool table and then it accidentally broke and Jack tripped over and he got hit in the face by the balls.

Marty was getting the jacks and tar off and got his shoes back on. After he got up, he was about to walk out the basement to another door and staircase, until he slipped and fell onto the puddle of green slime, causing him to slide towards a tumbling shelf full of opened paint cans falling onto him, covering him with green, yellow, blue, orange, and gray paint. He got some gray paint in his mouth, but he couldn’t get up.

Jack met up with Wesley, “Wesley, what happened to you, lad?”

“W-W-Wh-Why are you c-c-covered in ash?” Wesley asked trying to stay warm from the icy water. Marty tried to climb up the hole and then caught up with Wesley and Jack. “Why are you covered in paint?” Wesley asked. “It’s a long story,” Marty said, until they saw a ladder. They climbed up the ladder and went up to the roof, but the kids weren’t there. “They’ve tricked us!” Wesley exclaimed. “This is all your fault!”

“My fault? If none of this would’ve happened, we’d be-“ They suddenly heard Estella’s car come back. She got out and she was wearing a red and black fur coat. “Oy! Madam!” Jack yelled out from the roof. “Hello.”

“What are you doing up there?” Estella asked. “We were... We were, Uh... just... looking for the children, ma’am. No need to worry,” Jack said. “And where... are... the children?” Estella asked with a concerned tone. “Well, glad you asked,” Marty said, until Jack explained everything, “It was like this, they were running around the house like little rats leaving no evidence, except for us. Until all of a sudden, they left us a few surprises that may have resulted in a few injuries and then we kept looking and looking. But since you’ve asked ‘Where are the children? Where are the children?’ Well, it’s just that, let’s just say that right now we have no idea how 4 year old children managed to get away without us noticing. But if you just give us a few minutes to clean ourselves up, we’ll join you soon.” Estella started to get angry, “Get down from there... AND CATCH THOSE CHILDREN!” The three men nodded and exited the roof.

“Ignorant, pathetic, stupid. Those fools! I’ll find those miserable brats myself!” Estella said angrily after she got back in her car and drove off. The three men got into their truck and drove off as well. The kids were running off back to the city, but since they saw lights from behind, they kept running.

Estella suddenly saw a glowing red ruby with a silver necklace and amulet piece. She picked it up and then put it on her neck. When the ruby touched her skin, she began to glow, until she started growing and her clothes became a huge fancy tropical dress that had a Tasmanian fur skirt dyed dark grey, a long skirted dress colored dark brown and dark red that came with two layers of glittery feathers around her waist in both dark green and dark navy blue, and her bust top was mixed with the feathers and strapped on her shoulders. Her shoes became huge black wedged pump heels with charcoal gray fur ankle straps. Her eyes began to glow red and her hair spiked out and curled up into a shocking fright. Her gloves formed into black long sleeved gloves with claws.

She became a giant supermodel powered by the dark magic of rage and hatred! She went back towards her car and destroyed it with her magic and then walked out to find the kids.

Author's Note

Oh no! Estella’s been corrupted by Equestrian dark magic! Looks like Sunset and her friends will have to fight her! :twilightoops:

Chapter 29: Fighting Estella/Reunited

While Chase, Melody and Sam Sam made it to an old barn that was near the city, they managed to get somewhere to hide. It was empty, no one was there, except the animals that lived there. They set up shelter by a haystack and then went to sleep after finding some food to eat.

Edgar watched from afar and then sent Sunset the text about Estella’s corruption from the ruby. Sunset was shocked about this, then told her friends that they have to go stop Estella and bring her to justice. After the seven girls united, they went to the location that Estella is headed to.

Meanwhile, Estella was walking all the way towards the barn where the kids were hiding. The kids still asleep, but suddenly, Chase woke up and saw Estella walking towards the barn. “Melody, Sam Sam,” Chase said gently shaking them both waking them up. They woke up and saw Chase pointing at Estella’s new look. “We better run,” Sam Sam said. “No, we’ll die,” Chase said until he saw her coming closer, then they went to hide. Estella smashed the door open with her magic and began searching for the kids. “I know you’re in here,” she said when here eyes flared magically. Chase saw her tall body appearing from behind and then they slowly made a move when she wasn’t looking. The kids suddenly found a way out, but they ran into the thugs. “Hey, kids,” Wesley said. “Guess we outsmarted you this time. Get over here!” Wesley and Marty grabbed the kids and used hooks to hang them.

“Alright, Jack. What should we do with them?” Marty asked. “Exactly what they did to us,” Jack said. “But first,” Wesley said. “I’m gonna bite every last bit of his fingers off. One at a time.” Unexpectedly, Edgar appeared and took them out with a golf club, then he helped the kids get down from the hooks, “Alright, let’s get you three home.” He took the kids to his car and drove them to the police station.

Estella heard the car’s engine and saw it driving away, “Bingo! Oh, poor things. Too bad because I’m gonna find you again and kill you then by popping you open. HAHAHAHAHAHA!” She turned around and saw Spike growling at her. But until she started to walk closer to the pup, he got scared of her and started to whimper and back up, “Please don’t hurt me.” Estella tried to be nice to him, “Good puppy. Here, puppy, puppy, puppy. Sweet puppy.” He suddenly ran off before Estella could catch him, “Try to catch me.” She went after Spike, who led her outside where Sunset, Twilight, Rainbow Dash, Applejack, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, and Rarity were standing with angry faces.

“You kidnapped my brother and his friends, you killed his parents, you corrupted yourself. Now it’s time to finish your dark deed once and for all,” Sunset said. The girls started to hold hands and they started glowing, until they floated into the air.

Twilight grew pony ears, sprouted wings and her hair became a longer ponytail and her clothes became a light blue and purple gradient sleeveless skirted shirt with three pink stars, pink gauntlets, magenta pants and dark navy blue boots. She also had a tiara with pink star shaped gems on her hair.

Sunset grew pony ears and her hair magically became a ponytail and her clothes became a red glittery dress with black glittery sleeves and she got pants with yellow boots.

Rainbow Dash grew pony ears, sprouted wings and her hair magically became multiple ponytails and her clothes became a red and blue skirted shirt with her cloud and lightning symbol on her center, and he had yellow wristbands, navy blue pants and blue lightning sneakers with wings.

Fluttershy grew pony ears, sprouted wings and her hair became a braided ponytail and her clothes became a purple dress with a teal skirt and she had flowers in her hair, and she wore pink flats with butterflies.

Pinkie Pie grew pony ears and her hair became a puffy ponytail and her clothes became a pink dress with a puffy sky blue skirt. She had a blue ringed yellow heart with three balloons in the middle. She also had purple and blue streamers around her waist, pale blue and white gradient boots with yellow heels, soles and studs, and she had yellow gloves.

Applejack grew pony ears and her hair became a braided ponytail and her clothes became a blue western short sleeved shirt, a red gradient skirt, short reddish orange cowgirl boots with apples on them and her hat expanded and had her apple logo on the brim.

Rarity grew pony ears and her hair became a curled and braided ponytail and her clothes became a purple and blue glitter patterned dress with a dark blue cape. She also had golden sandals with three diamond shaped buckles, and she had blue long sleeved gloves and a gold looped tiara with three diamonds on each side.

They were also floating magically, while Estella was afraid. “Estella,” Twilight said. “You have magic you cannot control. Nothing that can compare to the magic of friendship!”

“You will never hurt my brother again!” Sunset said. “Yeah! Let’s take her down!” Pinkie Pie said. “Definitely, darling,” Rarity said. “But I’ll rip you to pieces if you ever hurt one more hair of his cute little head!”

“I’ve been wanting to do this my whole life,” Rainbow Dash said.

“Grr... I WILL DESTROY YOU ALL!” Estella said as she blasted her magic laser at the girls, but they repelled the attack with their magic. Estella made an evil cackle, until the seven girls used their full power and blasted the medallion into pieces.

Estella returned to her normal self and landed in a huge muddy pile of pig poo. Rarity waved her hair and then made a “hmph.” Sunset and the girls went away.

Suddenly, the police arrived and stepped out of the cars. Shining Armor was there, along with Captain Coulson, “Miss Estella Tucker?”

“Yes?” Estella asked. “There’s been a direct warrant for your arrest,” Captain Coulson said. “Oh, is there something wrong, officer?” Estella asked innocently.

The chief and some other men caught Wesley, Marty and Jack. “Well, well, well. Looks like we got ourselves some rats,” Chief Thompson said. “That’s right, chief,” Marty said. “We’re thieves, it’s what we do.”

“Shut up, Marty!” Jack and Wesley said as they went into the vehicle where Estella was. “Take-’em away, boys,” Chief Thompson said, then they drove off with the 4 criminals.

When the girls got back home, they waited for good news from the police, but suddenly, a few cop cars that had the chief, captain, and Shining Armor, arrived. They stepped out of the cars and walked towards Sunset’s apartment. Sunset and the others, including Twilight’s parents, and their teachers went outside. “We’ve got them, everyone,” Captain Coulson said. “You should be grateful about your husband, Mrs. Cadenza.” Cadence went to Shining Armor and kissed her husband after a hug. Chief Thompson then realized how Sunset was feeling, until he had something in his mind, “We also have a surprise for you, Sunset.” Chief Thompson showed them Edgar’s car. After he stepped out, Sunset looked closely and saw Edgar opening the door that revealed the kids. Sunset gasped in delight, and so did Chase.

“CHASE!” Sunset yelled. “SUNSET!” Chase replied. They ran to each other and Sunset kneeled down and lifted Chase up in her arms and span around and held him in an embrace, then gave him small kisses. “Oh, Chase! You’re okay!” Sunset said happily crying, until Chase leaned his head on her chest listening to her heartbeat. “I thought I’d never see you again!” Chase said. “Aww, there, there, there, there, baby. It’s alright. I’m so glad you’re safe,” Sunset said, until Edgar appeared. “Miss Shimmer, my name is Edgar Alfresco. I was his parents’s butler, until Estella hired me,” Edgar said. “Your parents would be so proud of what a young boy you’ve become, Master Chase.” Sunset nodded, “I’ll take care of him, Edgar. He deserves a better family.”

“Although, there is a certain supermodel in need of a butler. Isn’t that right, Fleur darling?” Rarity asked. “Monsieur Edgar, would you like to live with me?” Fleur asked. “Excellent idea, madam,” Edgar said kindly. “Then, you’re hired,” Fleur replied. Edgar went back over to Chase and then kneeled down, until Sunset put the boy down, “Take care of yourself now, because I’ll always be with you as your parents are.” Chase nodded and then gave his butler a hug goodbye. “I will miss you, dear child,” he said, then they broke the hug and Chase went back to Sunset. “Alright, everyone, let’s go back inside our homes and get ready for tomorrow!” Sunset said. Everyone went home and the two kids reunited with their parents and Sunset and Chase went inside to have some dinner.

Meanwhile, Estella and the three thugs were being delivered to prison for trial. “Congratulations. You just won three gold medals for being humiliated by three brats and 7 teenage girls with magic!” Estella said angrily. “Uh, was that a compliment?” Marty asked. “SHUT UP!” Estella replied. “You three ruined everything! I asked you to do one job and you couldn’t get them!” An officer banged the fence behind them, “HEY! SHUT UP BACK THERE!”

“Sorry, officer,” the three men replied.

“Well, Estella, after trial, you’ll probably spend the rest of your life behind bars with some other cell mates,” the guard said, until Estella groaned angrily.

Author's Note

Looks like Estella’s going to jail after trial! :yay: Let’s see if Sunset wins. :twilightsmile:

Chapter 30: The Spring Formal & Trial

The next day after school, Sunset was wearing a black formal dress with a magenta flame print skirt on the bottom and she had black heels on her feet. She was helping Chase put on his clothes for the dance and then put on his cute bow tie. Suddenly, Chase felt nervous. “You feeling okay, Chase? You’re not thinking about your aunt, are you?” Sunset asked. “Sorry,” Chase said. “I just never danced before.”

“So that’s why you’re feeling nervous? Because you never danced before?” Sunset asked. Chase nodded and then looked down, until Sunset kneeled down and placed her hand under his chin, “Don’t worry, Chase. We’ll find you a dance partner.” Chase hugged Sunset and then they left for the school’s spring formal.

When they both arrived and entered the building, they met up with their friends in the gymnasium. Twilight was wearing a purple formal dress and silver shoes with her star symbols, Rarity was wearing a blue formal dress with white boots, Applejack was wearing formal cowgirl clothes, Rainbow Dash was wearing a rainbow colored formal dress with winged boots, Fluttershy was wearing a butterfly themed formal dress, and Pinkie Pie was wearing a party themed formal dress. “Sunset! Chase! You guys made it!” Rainbow Dash said happily. “Aww, Chase, you look so cute!” Pinkie Pie said pinching his cheek. “By the way, he told me he never danced before,” Sunset explained. “Aww, maybe Estella never let you dance either,” Rarity said with a cute tone. “Hey, let’s go to the dance floor,” Rainbow Dash said as the other girls went over to the dance floor and did some dancing.

Chase was nervous about it, until Sunset saw him with a sad and anxious feeling. “Hey,” she said softly pointing at her brother. “Aww, poor little thing,” Rarity said. “Chase? Why don’t ya come on over here, sugarcube?” Applejack asked. “Yes, come dance with us, darling,” Rarity said. Chase walked over slowly and then began nervously shaking. Sunset kneeled down and lifted him up from under his armpits and held him in her arms, then Chase took both her waist and her shoulder and leaned his head on her chest. “How about if we dance, just you and me?” Sunset asked. “Don’t worry, I won’t let go.” Chase smiled warmly, then Sunset slowly began to gently dance with her little brother. Chase closed his eyes and then felt calm, until Sunset gave him a small tender kiss on his forehead and placed her chin on top of his head and patted his back, “There we go. Good boy.”

Principal Celestia saw Chase relaxing with his sister, then made a warm smile. Cadence and Shining Armor came over to the girls and then joined their dance. Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle and Scootaloo danced with their sisters. When suddenly, Principal Celestia decided to make an announcement, “Attention, please. Sorry for the interruption, but we have three girls who want to sing for us. Chase, this one’s for you, sweetheart. Students and staff, let’s give these three an honorable welcome to Canterlot High’s spring formal, Adagio Dazzle, Aria Blaze, and Sonata Dusk!” The students applauded when the Dazzlings walked out of the curtains and towards the microphones.

While they sang, Sunset danced to the rhythm, and she gently bounced Chase. Twilight joined the fun and danced like how Sunset was doing, but she moved from side to side with her arms and hands. Rainbow Dash did a backdrop beatdown, Applejack did the country tap dance, Fluttershy did the twist but gently and swung her skirt, Rarity did the butterfly with her hips, and Pinkie Pie did the moving man. Sam Sam and Melody danced with Miss Blue Belle. After the song ended, the students applauded and then the Dazzlings left the stage.

Sunset and Chase joined the girls for some grub, then they took pictures together. After a few minutes of fun and when calm music played, Chase started to get exhausted, but Sunset lifted him up and then they danced again. “Are you having fun?” Sunset asked softly. “Mmhmm,” Chase replied. “How about we head home at 9:30?” Sunset asked. “Okay. I love you, big sister,” Chase said. “I love you too, little brother,” Sunset replied, then she gave him a kiss. Sunset and Chase continued their dance.

The next day, Sunset, along with Miss Honeymoon as her lawyer and Twilight as her attorney, were in their table sitting on trial for the adoption and Estella’s crime. Chase was sitting with the girls and his friends. Cadence and Shining Armor and their parents came with Twilight, and Spike as well. Estella was sitting in the culprit’s seat. She was in a black and white striped skirted long sleeve buttoned prison uniform with pantyhose and hat. She also had handcuffs around her wrists.

Sunset couldn’t stop thinking about how much Chase suffered because of her selfishness. She couldn’t either just sit there and remain calm or run over there and put her out of her misery. Suddenly, Miss Honeymoon placed her hand on Sunset’s shoulder and gave her a warm reassuring smile. “Everything will be fine,” Miss Honeymoon said. “She’s right. We’re here for you,” Twilight said. “I’m really nervous. It’s my first time in a courtroom standing in trial, but I just don’t get it. How can you be so calm during something awfully big like this, especially after what she has done?”

“It’s just first time jitters,” Twilight said. “It happens, just relax and take a deep breath.” Sunset then calmed herself. She then turned around and saw Chase sitting with Rarity and Fluttershy. The girls gave Sunset a reassuring smile and then Chase waved at his big sister. When she began to feel relaxed and more confident, Sunset gave Chase a wink and then whispered “I love you” to him, then whispered “Could you keep him calm and quiet?” to Rarity, until the fashion girl nodded. “I hope she wins Chase’s custody. He’s been so good with her, and Sunset deserves the same,” Cadence said. “I know, Cady. I know,” Shining Armor said.

When suddenly, the doors in the corner opened and the person went to the judge’s stand. The judge sat down and then the courtroom was silent.

“And now, the honorable and merciful judge, Philip Banks, will be presiding over this trial for today. Everyone please rise,” the police guard beside the judge’s desk announced as the judge walked over to his desk and took his seat.

Everyone in the courtroom stood up and remained silent, until the judge took his hand in his huge tall desk and spoke up, “Thank you, everyone, and good afternoon. Now that we’re all gathered here, you may now be seated so we can get this trial underway and over with.” He then stacked some papers and put on his glasses. “Alright, the court is now in session. Today’s topic is a permission of child adoption by Miss Sunset Shimmer and the trial of Estella Tucker,” he announced, and then looked down at Chase’s aunt. “Mrs. Estella Tucker, according to these charges against you, they state about your actions of child abuse, child neglect, slavery, and other unforgivable crimes, including abduction during this week. Before the jury decides your punishment, how do you plead?”

“Innocent, if you please!” Estella argued. “Mrs. Tucker, you must remain calm and civil in court if you want decades off your prison sentence,” Miss Honeymoon said in a calm tone. “Sorry, your honor.”

“Apology accepted, Superintendent,” Judge Banks said, until Estella made a disgusted face.

Judge Banks then cleared his throat, and proceeded, “And without any more interruptions, the possibility of the outcome for this trial will both definitely determine if whether or not Estella Tucker is proclaimed guilty of the charges listed here and if young Chase Henry Tucker will be removed from her care and will have two choices which I will explain later.” He then turned to Sunset and Miss Honeymoon, “Miss Sunset Shimmer, since you’re the first witness in this case, I must ask you to come sit here and take the stand first. Miss Honeymoon, would you assist?” Miss Honeymoon nodded and then stood by her table after Sunset took her spot by the judge’s desk. Miss Honeymoon then put on her glasses and read the documents from her folder, “Miss Sunset Shimmer, since you know everything about the boy, would you be so kind as to explain everything to the court and jury, starting from the beginning, meaning how you found him?”

Sunset nodded and then began, “Well, it all started during the day before the last week of February. It was a calm and snowy night, and I was on my way home minding my own business, but then I heard a faint noise in an alley. I thought it was just the wind, but it wasn’t. When I wandered towards the alley, I turned around and saw someone crying in the cold.” Sunset stopped, until the court made a “d’awwww” reaction until Chase made a soft short smile and Sunset winked at him. “It was none other than that sad and cute little boy over there, Chase Tucker. I went to him and asked if he was alright, but he was so scared and felt like he had a broken heart. I knew I couldn’t leave him out in the snow, so I held him in my arms and took him home with me and I’ve been taking good care of him since today. Like I said before, what can you expect from a little brother?”

Miss Honeymoon nodded, and then rubbed her chin in thought, then pointed her finger out in acknowledgement, “Hmmmm... I see. So, are you saying you would claim yourself as a motherly sister figure to this child?”

“Yes, ma’am. I do,” Sunset replied with a nod and felt some good pride. “Alright then. So, Miss Shimmer, could you tell us how you found out that Chase was being abused by his aunt and where his parents have been?” Miss Honeymoon asked.

Sunset cleared her throat and then took a deep breath, “Well, the next morning, before I took Chase to meet my friends over there and after I made him some breakfast and gave him a bath, Chase told me he was abused by his aunt because he told me that she blamed him for the death of his parents during a car crash, but somehow later on, I found out that Estella was the one that caused the crash. But I don’t know why.”

Suddenly, Estella stood up and made a huge argument, “THAT’S A LIE!”

“Order in the court!” Judge Banks said, banging his gavel three times. “Estella Tucker, if you do not shut your mouth and be still in an appropriate and respectful manner in this courtroom, I will have no choice but to keep you contempt of court until further notice! Understood?” Estella nodded, then Sunset spoke up, “I have no further more, your honor. Thank you, Miss Honeymoon, for your assistance.” She and Miss Honeymoon walked from the stand and walked back over to their desk.

While they were taking a break for Estella’s turn, Rarity was comforting Chase, who was crying because he was scared of his aunt’s anger. She patted his arm and rubbed his shoulder after she pulled him closer for a hug. “Shhhhhh... It’s okay, darling. It’s okay,” she said softly before she gave him a kiss. “I can’t believe Estella would do something like that!” Applejack said in disappointment. “I know! It was totally unforgivable!” Rainbow Dash said in disappointment. “Yeah, she’s a big mean meanie pants there is!” Pinkie Pie said. Chase leaned closer and then pressed his cheek on Rarity’s breast, until she stroked his hair and rubbed his arms, “Don’t worry, Chase. When we’re all done and if we win, we can go to The Sweet Shoppe and get some ice cream. Would that be okay?” Chase gave her a small nod and started to calm down a little bit, then Rarity kissed his forehead. “I’ll try to keep her away from you, so you might wanna excuse me for a second,” Rainbow Dash said as she scooted between the girls and sat next to Rarity, but accidentally stepped on her foot. “Ow! You stepped on my foot!” Rarity exclaimed softly. “Sorry,” Rainbow Dash said softly as she took her seat. “Okay, Chase. Just stick with Rarity and stay behind me.” Chase nodded and then Rarity kept him closer for protection.

After break time was over, the court was back in session. “Alright, Mrs. Estella Tucker, you may now take your stand,” Judge Banks said. Estella went over to the stand and sat down next to the judge. “Your honor, with your permission?” Sunset asked. “Proceed,” Judge Banks said, as Sunset walked over to Estella and touched her wrist and looked into her memories.

When a flashback appeared, he saw his parents on their wedding day and how happy they were after leaving the church for their honeymoon. Another memory appeared and Teresa was one month pregnant with her son, and she and Gregory were telling Estella the news, “We’re gonna have a baby! You’re gonna be an aunt!” Teresa said, until Estella made a concerned look. “Looks like you have been busy after all,” she said with a short cackle. “I’m also sorry about your condition. But what can I say? Accidents will happen. Now, I’ll leave you too it. Be sure to stay healthy and whatever it is you plan to do. See you soon! Cheerio! Cheerio, darling!” She went out the door, until Teresa hugged her husband for comfort.

Sunset suddenly saw a memory where there was a small bedroom about Chase as a one year old baby sleeping with a pacifier in his mouth, and he was in a white wooded crib with a mobile with a crescent moon, sun, a rainbow with two clouds, and a shooting star on top. His room had a toy chest, a rocking chair and a huge dresser. He suddenly woke up crying, until Teresa came in wearing a grey robe, teal flannel pajamas and pink slippers, leaned into the crib and lifted the crying infant into her arms and held him in an embrace, “Shh... It’s okay, Chase. Momma’s here. Shhhhhh...” Teresa patted his back gently and went over to the rocking chair and sat down with Chase cradled in her arms and softly sang to him.

She smiled softly at her baby boy who was sleeping in her arms, then took him back to his crib and tucked him back under his baby blanket and gave him one more kiss, “Sweet dreams, my little angel.” She turned on his nightlight and walked out of the room leaving the door open a little.

There were other happy memories with Chase and his parents, including his first steps and his favorite bedtime story, but suddenly she saw one scary memory.

Chase, who was 3 years old, was crying after he fell on the sidewalk, and Teresa saw it while drinking coffee with her husband and Estella, who was wearing a Siberian tiger fur coat, “Chase, you’re hurt!”

“I’ll get him a band-aid!” Gregory said, until Estella looked away disgusted by her nephew’s sadness. Gregory gave Teresa the band-aid and she placed it on Chase’s elbow and gave him a hug, until Estella was disappointed, “So, this is why you never see me most of the time? Because of your son?” Gregory and Teresa looked at her with concerned faces and stood up. Chase hugged his mother’s leg as she placed her hand on his cheek softly stroking his hair. “What are you talking about? We do visit you, but we have trouble finding a babysitter for Chase,” Teresa said. “And that what makes him the pathetic little weakling he is, not able to defend himself,” Estella said after smoking her cigarette. “But if only I wish you both could have shown some more support instead of... him.”

Gregory crossed his arms and Teresa comforted her son and placed her hand on her other hip, “You never talk to our son like that! Ever!” Gregory said in an angry tone, then Teresa continued, “He is not weak. He has a good heart, but just because he sometimes gets scared or shy about most things doesn’t make him a weakling. And if you would’ve told us what your problem was, then we would’ve helped you!”

“Well, if you left him in an orphanage with other kiddies or left him to take care of himself like he’s supposed to or just dump him in a river, then I would’ve at least cared if the little brute haven’t gotten in the way!” Estella argued, until Chase ran upstairs to his room crying. “Chase!” Teresa said, until she looked at her sister with anger and sadness, “Why are you doing this to him? I loved you, but now... you disgust me.” She went upstairs to check on Chase, then Gregory got angry, “Okay, that was totally unforgivable and stupid! You know better than that! Ever since he was born, Chase was a happy moment in our lives. You just wanna take that away from us. Teresa still loved you and so did I. Chase didn’t know you yet, and he hasn’t been interfering with our lives. He just wanted some love from his mother, and now that I’ve said enough, you should probably leave while I go comfort my family.”

“Alright, love the little brat. Do what you want with him. Drown him in comfort for all I care!” Estella said angrily. “You’re all fools! I’ve no need for foolishness around me! I’m through with all of you!”

“And you can forget about coming over to visit! In fact, if I were you, I wouldn’t show up here anymore,” Gregory said. “Fine! But I’ll get even soon enough! Just wait! You’ll be sorry! You fools! YOU IDIOTS!!” Estella said frustratingly as she drove off. Teresa was sitting on Chase’s bed hugging her son with his head on her chest crying with tears in his eyes, and Gregory watched from behind nodding that Estella was gone for good. Teresa had tears in her eyes and kissed her son’s head and continued to comfort him.

Then another memory appeared, but it was about Teresa and Gregory driving Chase home from school, but suddenly, a black and white car appeared and rammed into their car, causing it flip over and crash into a tree, killing Teresa and Gregory. Chase was still alive, but he noticed his parents were both dead, then began to cry. Estella looked over and saw the crashed car, “Nobody rejects me!” She drove off until the police and medics arrived and took care of both Chase and his parents, then the memories ended.

Sunset gasped for air, took a deep breath and felt her heartbeat in fear, “YOU MONSTER! YOU GOT JEALOUS OVER YOUR SISTER, AND YOU INSULTED HER SON AND CALLED HIM A WEAKLING!?” Everyone gasped in shock, until Chase remembered that moment when his aunt was banished from the family, then started to cry again. “Your honor, may we have permission to speak?!” Rainbow Dash asked. Judge Banks nodded, then the other six girls walked over to Estella to teach her a lesson.

“Listen here, you witch! What you did was unforgivable!” Rainbow Dash said with a angry tone. “You have no right to call Chase weak!”

“That’s right, because when we first met him, he was so kind to us,” Applejack replied. “Most definitely, and he was the sweetest thing I’ve ever seen in my life, and he was very emotional when I helped him with his attire because clothes are really sensitive!” Rarity said. “He may be small, but he has a huge heart full of love and it shown Sunset what being a sister means to her and he’s been under her roof for the last couple months!” Fluttershy said. “And you big meanie just took his mommy and daddy away from him for no reason!” Pinkie Pie said. “And we’ll never forgive you for that!” Twilight said. “Because since your heart is so full of hatred...” Sunset said. “You’ll never see him again.” Estella got angry and charged through the girls and marched towards Chase, then grabbed his hand and lifted him up on the arm hanging him and she was about to hurt him, until Sunset saved Chase after Rarity used her diamond magic against Estella, then two guards cuffed Estella and escorted her towards the judge. “Chase, are you okay?” Sunset asked until Chase cried over the hard grip, then Sunset gave Chase a hug, and Miss Honeymoon placed her hand on his shoulder.

“Estella Tucker, due to your disrespectful attitude towards the court and for assaulting the boy for unexpected reason, it’s time for the jury to decide your verdict. Take your pick,” Judge Banks said. “Your honor, for the crimes of both child abuse and neglect, slavery, abduction, courtroom assault and contempt, we find the defendant,” a jury member said. “GUILTY!” the jury said altogether. The judge nodded, “Very well. The jury has officially spoken. For this moment henceforth and by the power infested in me, Estella Tucker, your “nephew” is no longer under your “so-called” legal guardianship and custody, meaning all personal items belonging to him will be moved to Sunset’s apartment as soon as possible. And furthermore, the court has also found you guilty on all charges listed in the paperwork here, so I hereby sentence you to years of life in the asylum downtown and all without any chance at parole. Get her out of here.”

The guards began to escort Estella out of the courtroom, while Sunset, Chase, the girls, Cadence, Shining Armor, Twilight Velvet, Night Light, and Miss Honeymoon watched her walk out, but Sunset spoke up, “Estella?” Estella and the guards turn around and Estella looked at a Sunset with her hand on her hip, “Have a nice life.” Estella growled in anger as the guards finally took her out of the room never to be seen again. Until suddenly, Sunset felt something hugging her waist, then looked down and saw Chase hug her, then she embraced him back. Judge Banks decided to make one more thing before adjourning the court, “Miss Shimmer, before the court decides, what do you plan to do with Chase Tucker?” Sunset looked down at Chase crying for comfort and then she embraced him with her hands on his shoulders while he buried his head on her belly and hugged her waist.

“He needs me,” Sunset said to the judge, hugging her little brother. Judge Banks then rubbed his chin in thought for a moment while he read the adoption papers, “Well, considering how a teenager of your age like your friends is capable of taking care of a child, according to this packet of forms you signed, I hereby place young Chase Tucker under your legal care. Good luck on your new job, Miss Shimmer. Case dismissed and court is adjourned.” He banged his gavel on his desk of approval, then collected his papers and left his desk, but stopped at the door real quick, “Before you go, young man, we’ll have your personal belongings brought over to you which will take days. Now go home and take care, son.” Chase nodded, until the judge left the room and Chase waved, “Bye-bye.” Sunset then saw the girls squealing in delight. “Sunset, you did it!” Twilight said. “Yes, you should be grateful, darling,” Rarity said. “Yeah, but even though you all didn’t get to help out, well except for the lesson, you still gave me support and a little confidence for Chase’s care,” Sunset said with pride, then they all shared a victorious group hug with Chase held in Sunset’s arms, then they went to the Sweet Shoppe for some ice cream.

Author's Note

Looks like Chase had a good time at the Spring Formal after all! :twilightsmile:

And it looks like Sunset has a family of her own after all. :yay:

Oh, by the way, Estella is now locked up in the state asylum for the rest of her life. :ajsmug:

Epilogue (THERE WILL BE A SEQUEL!)

So after they all won the trial, Chase was finally under Sunset’s care and Estella was locked up for good.

The next day, Sunset woke up with a text from Pinkie Pie, “Big surprise for you and Chase. Meet at the Sweet Shoppe this afternoon at 12:00pm.” Sunset rolled her eyes and then made a smirk, then she got out of bed and went to take a shower. After she made herself and her brother some breakfast, she called Chase down, “Chase, breakfast!” Chase got out of bed and walked downstairs to eat his breakfast, which was a bowl of Trix cereal. After they ate, Chase went upstairs to get dressed and brush his teeth.

When he was ready, Sunset spent some quality time together playing games and reading together until it was time for Chase’s nap time, so Sunset let him cuddle with her. Later on, it was 12:00 in the afternoon. They then got their footwear on and went over to The Sweet Shoppe.

Until a nice walk, they finally arrived at The Sweet Shoppe. “Chase, Pinkie Pie texted me that they left a surprise for us,” Sunset said, until she saw the door halfway open for them and then they walked inside the shop. When they got in, the room was dark, until the lights came on and party decorations were everywhere and a banner saying “congratulations,” and everyone appeared too, “SURPRISE!” Sunset and Chase were surprised as well. “Surprised, Sunset!?” Pinkie Pie asked happily. “I made this a ‘Congratulations, Sunset, for your adoption!’ party!” Sunset giggled with her fingers on her lips, then they all had a buffet, then they had some cake decorated with white frosting and lettering saying “Congratulations, Sunset!” and colored in red, orange and yellow.

“You all made this for me?” Sunset asked. “And Chase. We made it for you and Chase,” Rarity said. Sunset and Chase made a warm smile and then they all made a group hug, and Sunset was given the honor to cut the cake. After they all had the cake, it was time for a dance party.

Sunset danced with Chase in her arms and they both had some fun with the rhythm, while everyone danced with the rhythm and while Cadence and Shining Armor did the tango.

After the song was over, Chase made a warm smile and then closed his eyes. Then Sunset told him about the magic thing in this world and then told him about a world called “Equestria,” and what adventures she had with her friends before they received their powers. Chase was surprised and then felt happy for his big sister, and Sunset was glad she trusted him to keep it a secret to himself.

‘When did I ever have the best big sister ever?’ He thought to himself.

Author's Note

Well, I hope you all enjoyed the story! :twilightsmile: But don’t worry, there will a sequel.

Pinkie Pie: REALLY?! :pinkiehappy:

Yep! But, it’ll happen soon, Pinkie Pie. But I need time to think about a plot.

Fluttershy: :yay:

Oh, and Twilight? You’re an aunt in the sequel because Flurry Heart is in the sequel but as a regular human.

Twilight Sparkle: :twilightsmile: