Life Anew

So... Bodyguard duty... Its something I do on a semi annual basis. Twilight needs a hand when we go to Everfree? I'm there. Same with Princess Luna and Celestia going out for a stroll in Canterlot when I'm up there, when a diplomat is in town and has a big ol' target on his head which apparently put me and my (at the time) marefriend turned fiance in danger.... Celestia still owes me for that. But this bodyguard duty? I didnt think I would be assigned to this... Never in a million years, would me- a General for the Royal Guard- be put on guard duty for a Canterlot Orchestra Musician and her Disc Jockey marefriend (who makes AWESOME music I might add). Let me explain. It's been... say about a couple weeks since I had to deal with Berrie. Actually went and visited Berrie in hell and reminded her how she died... over... and over... and over again... Luna said I got a little sadistic with it but she understood... And I heard from her fathers mouth that he didnt want a quarrel with me, offered a truce in exchange I keep Schrivechnya nearby until the time comes and that I could use her for just about anything... well... Legally... Self defense for one and if I cant do anything on my own. Maybe backup if I'm caught in the middle of something and I'm alone. But this morning I was looking over the list I made with Pinkie, Dash and Gilda for baby shower ideas with Applejack. Even she thought the idea of me going into a dark room blindfolded, touching what could be Poison Joke. But we narrowed down the list. Mama Spitfire and the team with colored smoke trails, Colored cake batter (and I'm having Pinkie test it out before we decide if its a good idea or not), Black water balloons that I have to sit under and have popped over my head while I wear a white shirt and a simple ground up chalk in a cup. Either way we've got a party going on. If its a wonderbolts thing there's a good chance its during a show, gotta find some good dyes that arent gonna completely fuck my coat or shirts up. Chalk might the most boring but... it was something. I set my list down and picked up the warm mug of tea. Applejack and I were on the couch, TV on, in our PJ's enjoying breakfast. I was wearing sweat pants and a teeshirt while AJ was wearing feetie pajamas which she just had tied around her waist and a tank top with her belly protruding a bit. Applejack gave a huff. "Girls are at Rarity's, Big Mac's helping my uncle pick out furniture for his new house and you and I got the house all to ourselves." She said.

I gave a sigh sipping the warm drink, feeling it just warm me from inside out. "Eeyup... Its gonna rain today and I just wanna sit inside cuddling with my baby mama...." I said. "...Honestly any time I'm away from you while you're carrying my kid whether it be job related or if I'm just going to the store or something..." She leaned on me and cuddled up close.

"I know your mind starts wanderin a little when you're away from me... But I'll be fine sugarcube... Our sisters are gettin' to be a big help around since my back's started hurtin' and I know you like seeing my milk makers making milk but Twi says we're gonna have to start pumping it soon just to be sure there aint anything wrong with it so maybe see if Twi cant use her spell on Pinkie for when you're in your moods." I nuzzled her after setting my mug down.

"I swear I hit the jackpot when we got together... Sweetest, beautiful most understanding mare that I could ever ask for.... I love you so much...." She leaned up and kissed me on the cheek.

"Love you too sugarcube.... My big strong stallion.... Just waiting for that one day you're lifting our child up in your arms showing how far you came...." And here we see me trying my ass off to not make a dirty joke. Think you can probably think about what I was trying to say. We just cuddled there for a little while... turned on the TV, changed the channel from the news and just sat there. Well... Until I heard my phone going off upstairs. I pinched my nose thinking it was the Princess calling because her ringtone is the same as my default tone. Applejack got up rolling her eyes knowing what tone that was. "So much for that.... When you answer that put your foot down with Twilight and just politely decline.... This is your day off and you need to relax and spend the day with me!" I stretched and huffed.

"I will... dont worry..." I hurried upstairs and ducked into my room. Clothes were strewn about and the bed was still a mess. I glanced out the window at the cloudy skies and the drops of drizzle accumulating on the glass. I sighed and sat down and looked to my phone and... at the time I could SWEAR it was Twilight. But nope. Just said unknown number. I hesitated grabbing my phone and answering. Just checked outside first to make sure this wasnt some distraction for someone to break in, shoot me or kidnap AJ.... Think we all know what happened to Discord when he 'kidnapped' my family... Nothing outside thankfully. I sat down on the bed and answered. "Hello?"

I sat there for a moment. Heard distortion. It got loud for a moment before it changed slightly. "Damn!" The voice said. It sounded a bit robotic and pitched differently. Though there was an accent I couldnt place it. "Sorry, sorry.... Damn thing is bugging out...."

"Who is this? How'd you get my number?"

"Cant say who, all I can say is how. I can explain everything later but I need you to meet me outside Ponyville in an hour. You pick the place, contact Princess Twilight and she'll let us know where. Just be quick please!" It was then they hung up... it struck me a bit strange that they told me to call Twilight... And told me to pick a meeting place. I didnt know if this was some changeling trap and they hypnotized Twilight somehow but I'm pretty sure the whole castle would be on alert if a changeling- other than Rocky- is on the castle grounds... She even tested all sorts of spells that are being used here, Canterlot and in the Crystal Empire. Lucky Rocky she gets the pass and they tweaked the spells to give her genetic mapping a pass. Anywho I brought up Twilight's contact and went to the door looking down. "AJ, you might need to get dressed."

I heard her huff. "The hell I thought I told you to-" She snapped but I cut her off.

"Applejack. It wasnt her but we're going to talk to her about something.... I'm asking for another day off and a dinner without ANY distractions." I heard Applejack putting dishes into the sink before stomping towards the stairs.

"Give ya a warning when we get to the castle, I might be chewing Twilight out... Something tells me she had something to do with whatever the hell you're talking about...." I huffed leaning against the wall before watching her go up the stairs and in to the room.

"Yep..." I followed her in and went for my dresser. "Wasnt even her that called is the thing... Couldnt say who they were, just told me to tell them a place to meet them through Twilight...." Applejack looked at me as she came from the closet with a jacket for me.

"That... That sounds suspicious.... In the movies its supposed to be them telling you where to meet for a private meeting or something..."

"Yep... And Twilight apparently approved whoever it was to contact me but I gotta choose a place for us to meet... I just need to ask Twilight who it is and what they want..."

"I'd get your gun and a bullet proof vest just in case.... Somethin' dont smell right and if you do end up going and its a trap, I want there to at least be a chance you survive." I huffed getting my clothes on. Jeans, work boots a teeshirt, an old military jacket Celestia found for me and a cap to match. Didnt hesitate on going into the safe we had in the closet to grab my gun and the holster which I attached to my side before grabbing my wallet and phone and heading downstairs. Had to go outside, check under my car and the family truck. Luna still has my fathers truck and she's trying to make it look good and work well with the family and still be good enough for me to drive. Only wanted to make sure we didnt have anything attached that responds to vibrations and explodes when done... Proxy mine... that's what I'm thinking of... brain no work too good... I looked out to the trees, the small drops of water touching my face, the cool breeze touching my cheeks. Once AJ got out of the house she locked the door and hurried over to the passenger seat. Her cowboy boots, jeans and a hoodie.... My hoodie.... We both hopped in and drove all the way to the castle.

When we got to the castle I just asked a guard to send Twilight to her meeting room... After we rinsed the mud off our boots before going up. Twilight's rule, not mine. We waited in there for a few minutes... Well... Until it was just me because Applejack felt nauseous. Had a guard bring her to the nearest restroom and hold her mane back. Female guard, two of her own, knew what was happening. I sat at the head of the table furthest from the door... right where Twilight would be sitting if she had called the meeting. She entered after what felt like an eternity. She was still in her pajamas. Sweats, teeshirt and her slippers. She huffed. "Ryder I know what this looks like and I fully agree you can have a week off with pay before you say anything." She said.

I huffed. "Good. I'll take that but when it comes to privacy I dont think me getting a call from some mysterious stranger telling me to meet them at a place I specify is gonna be good especially when its ringing alarm bells that shouldnt be rung." I replied. "Now spill it. Who called me and what is going on?!" She came over, sat right next to me.

"Ryder. Someone from Canterlot contacted the guard, guard sent the alert to Celestia, Celestia sent the alert to me and I gave that someone your number because this is serious. Do you remember when Fluttershy called you just because some wolf pups spooked her in the middle of the night and she thought someone was watching her through her window?"

"Yeah... No footprints, no finger prints, just two cute pups sleeping in the bushes not realizing night time means bed time."

"Well this is happening to a musician. High end Cellist from the Canterlot Orchestra and her marefriend who I'm pretty sure you should know fairly well. House trap music and neon...."

"Wait... DJ-Pon3? Vinyl Scratch??"

"The one and only. And her marefriend is being stalked something fierce. They've had to restrict backstage passes to those who purchase, make sure each one has names associated with the pony its given to and they must show ID when redeeming and the only way to know if its redeemed, Vinyl signs it, takes a picture with them both from the fan camera and Vynils just to be double sure they were there. But apparently they've gotten calls, threats and even some of their stuff was stolen out of their luggage at hotels, mostly phone chargers and a pair of underwear each and the only things planted on them were creepy notes, threatening notes towards Vinyl and what's worse is they're needing to resort to getting all their meals in one go at one place, then moving on to the next and they've had to change places because someone spooked them. Guards in Canterlot have already taken descriptions of the guy. Red mane, orange coat and always wearing a ballcap and a doctors mask. Not a unicorn, could be Pegasus or Earth Pony. Neither of them got that far between each other before freaking out or something over knowing what he's done so far. They dont know how the guy is finding them but they have a gig tomorrow night. Well... At least Vinyl does and she does NOT wanna go on stage with that maniac running around. Dont blame her...." I leaned back and put my feet up.

"And that makes me her body guard until that fucker is caught... Right?"

"Yeah but hopefully we can nip this in the bud because its been escalating and they think he'll try something soon." She replied knocking my legs off her table. "Any funds are yours needed for this. Guards will be requisitioned for perimeter duty and be on inside patrols. It might be a free concert for you but this is work. Fun happens AFTER this guy is caught. Understood?"

"Yes Princess." I said standing up and saluting.

"Alright. Think of where to meet our client, I'll send a few guards out there with her tour bus and she'll meet you there." I hummed.

"Is there still that abandoned warehouse out on the east side of town? How about there?" She hummed and pulled out her phone quickly pulling up the map app.

"The one on fourth and Star?"

"That's the one. Really should turn that into something one day... Should go to a corporate entity... maybe could try to see if we cant turn it into a vehicle museum or something..." She sighed.

"You and your cars.... Guess I shouldnt be surprised...." She hummed looking at her phone. "Huh... High walls, barbed wire fencing.... Still gonna send in guards, make sure the place is secure, if not, make it, then invite our guest there..." She looked to me. "Yeah. Guess that'll work." I got up and huffed.

"Good. I'll head out there now. Get a few cars together, get an escort there to make sure its clear." She nodded. "Oh and Princess?" She stood up putting her phone away. "AJ might be a little ticked taking me away for this... Expect her to be a bit emotional about it.... Also... She wants me to have a vest on.... Just to be sure..." She sighed resting a hand on my shoulder leading me to the door.

"Alright. If she wants it, she gets it... Ask one of the guards down in the garage for one. Speaking of AJ where is she?"

"Morning sickness... May need something light on the stomach since the baby doesnt wanna have her keep anything down...."

"Got it. I'll have spike whip something up just for her. Even will get her some tea and sit down, watch a movie with her. Get her mind off you for a bit. Maybe I'll invite the girls, make it a girls day, maybe see if I cant take them shopping for gifts for the baby shower. Maybe at least start the registry." I gave a nod as we went out.

"Sounds good. Just dont go too overboard... We still wanna build up the house before the baby comes, get things expanded so we dont have two fillies trying to share a room that isnt gonna fit them..." She hummed.

"Something tells me you still want the two story thing... I'll send word along to Celestia, see if she cant have someone write something up."

"And make it workable.... Not gonna be doing some bullshit... Now I gotta go, take care of AJ, brace yourself and just be civil!" She nodded and I hurried away towards the elevator.

Hurried downstairs, got fitted for a vest real quick, got an escort to the warehouse and checked it out. Reminded me of the stupid mall ghost thing... empty... Lucky... Didnt wanna find a meth lab in here, move shit elsewhere because we're in a shootout. I waited in my car to keep myself dry as I could as it rained a bit more. Just listened to the radio feeling the warm air from the dash. After a few songs I got a knock on my window from one of the waiting guards. Looked out only to see the bus pulling in. Big Neon blue and pink lines spelling out 'DJ-PON3' spelled out on the side with the 'O' being a Vinyl record. I stepped out of my car and adjusted my cap, approaching the bus as it stopped. The guard who alerted me walked with me. "Order's sir?" He asked.

"Have them get off the bus. Wanna search the bus in and out. Get em into my car if you must so they're safe.

"Understood sir." We stopped a ways away from the bus. Well... I did. He just went up into the bus after the driver let him in and moments later I see the driver step off. Moments after Vinyl and Octavia - The well known Cellist from the Canterlot Orchestra who I'm really wanting to see do a colab with Metallicolt soon... Interesting yes but... I really wanna see it happen, see how it goes... They already did a song of theirs with a very well known pianist.... who's name escapes me for the moment being. The driver looked at me confused on why he had to get off the bus. Didnt motion to him or anything. Looked like a taxi driver. Long trench, one of those old 'news boy' caps. He was a unicorn. Grey face, black mane. Octavia was dressed in skinny jeans, high heel boots and a very expensive looking fur coat. Vinyl was wearing jeans, sneakers, a beanie even though it didnt do anything to hide her crazy blue and lighter blue striped hair or her white horn... yet she still wore her sunglasses even in this weather. I approached and smiled.

"Miss Scratch, Miss Melody, my name is General Ryder but I'm sure you already know that. Just to let you know we're gonna search the bus, make sure there's stuff that isnt gonna harm you but just a real quick thing, is there anything in there that might hurt us? Needles, knives, glass objects that may have broken or something?"

Vinyl and Octavia looked to each other. Then Vinyl looked back to me. "Dont think so." She said. Could definitely tell she was the one on the phone. She's from somewhere in Steurope, learned how to do music at a young age, parents tried shooting it down but she went and did it anyways and made it big only after her parents passed away. "Just... Make sure you check everything... we dont know if that creep has been in there and if he has... we hope he hasnt left anything that will hurt us.... Havent found anything so far so we're gonna think there's nothing in there...."

Octavia shivered a bit. "W-W-We're still a bit shaken by this... me more-so here..." She said, her elegant voice... definitely fitting in with Canterlot.

I huffed. "No need to worry. You two just get into my car, keys are in the ignition, go warm yourselves up and listen to some music just... stay out of the glovebox please..." I said. "Wife's got some stuff in there she does NOT wanna lose..." They both nodded and went over towards my car and that's when I went into the bus. Already saw two guards emptying drawers from their little personal kitchen, a dresser against one wall, glove box, even started overturning some bedding and what not. I went straight to the back finding a storage area for more clothes and what not and a bathroom. I started emptying drawers upon drawers of clothing, some nice, some is what I would wear. I checked every crevice of the drawers inside and out, even what little I could behind the drawers before moving towards the bathroom. Toilet, sink, medicine cabinet and even a first aid kit stuck to the wall. Nothing there either.

It wasnt until we started digging under their bed. It had a little hatch to hide stuff in... found dildos and such under there which.... Honestly no guard but me would even go through to find something... That something was a listening device. Antenna connected to a wire and a microphone with a circuit board attached. Thing was basically a wire but transmitted sound back to a source. When I crawled out I had to shush each of the guards basically showing them the device before going outside, throwing it on the ground and smashing it underfoot. Had to hit it a few times just to be sure. After that I motioned to one of the guards waiting outside the bus to go get Vinyl and Octavia. And my keys so they can take it back to the castle. I waited watching as the guard swapped places with Vinyl. Heard she was listening to Gems. Had it blasting too. He immediately turned it down as Vinyl and Octavia started walking my way. When they got close they looked to the smashed device and gasped. "...Please dont tell me what I think that is...." Octavia said.

"Think you already know what it was huh?"

Vinyl huffed. "Yeah.... No wonder that asshole kept turning up at places we were gonna eat...." She said.

"Yeah.... Found it in your uh... intimate play things.... Probably the last place anyone would look..." I could see both of them blush, Vynil, even though she was wearing her glasses I could see both her eyes and Octavia's widen. "A-Apologies if you didnt want anyone to go through there... We just have to be thorough when searching whether it be for evidence or protection. Think its safe for you to get back on the bus but I hope you dont mind I'll be coming with you just to make sure things go smoothly."

"Totally fine dude- uh... sir..."

"Ryder. Just call me Ryder. Now go on. Get back on the bus. Just wait up for me. Gotta collect evidence." They both nodded. I waved over another guard before picking up the device and handing it over to him just as they boarded the bus. "Take it as evidence. I want at least two guard trucks on us at all times. Call me before anything."

The guard saluted nodding before returning to his truck. I boarded the bus and not a moment too soon. Started to come down. The bus driver huffed looking at the rain as he started putting the windshield wipers on. I made my way to the back to find Vinyl and Octavia cleaning up their things. Octavia looked up at me and huffed as the bus started moving. "I wish you guards wouldnt make such a mess during searches...." She said.

I huffed. "Need help?" I asked. She nodded and I just started grabbing clothes that werent underwear. "We have to be thorough in our searches. Make sure there's nothing left unturned and that we find everything. Drugs, evidence for robberies, murder, what ever it is and in this case it was definitely needed."

Vinyl huffed as she put her now folded clothes into a drawer. "Sorry Ryder she's uh... she's not used to having her stuff searched being from Canterlot and all...." She said. "Dont know how many times my home was raided beforehand because some asshole said I was selling or making drugs just because of where I was and where I went. There was one day Guards visited me about three times, first was a suspected drugs call, second and third time it was because I was threatening someone or shooting a gun. I was listening to music but I sang it very loud. Second time was a movie that was on TV and I forgot I had it loud from when I was partying."

"Gotta love calls like that every time.... either side.... I got a little friend I'm kinda a big brother in town. He likes playing his games and just recently he's been swatted... Some idiot called the guard on him, dead of night, scared the shit out of the kid and his mother.... Had to stay there the rest of the night since the station called me up in the dead of night just because of the address. Happened a few times before, first time I was actually on my way to visit him, she how he was doing after a domestic disturbance. Had to tear the place up because the mother told me he was selling drugs and what not. Tore everything up similar to this... Had to stay back make sure they were alright after that, even help clean up, offer any help I could to keep them afloat. Even started a little thing seeing if we couldnt get some stuff for them, stuff sold from them and I even fed them for a week."

Octavia grabbed the drawer I was putting clothes in and put some of what she had into it. "Well at least they're okay unlike us who could still be attacked at any time!" She snapped.

Vinyl grabbed her arm and looked her in the eye. "Tavi. Chill. We might still be in a little trouble here but we've got guards swarming us." She said. "Turn on some music, lay down, Ryder and I can do this if you need to breathe." Octavia looked to me and nodded before just letting us continue with our cleaning. She put on some classical music. Didnt mind it until one of the songs scared the hell out of me trying to put a drawer into the dresser. Dropped it, everything went everywhere. Lucky the drawer didnt break or hit anyone.... other than me by dropping on my fucking foot. We got everything cleaned within an hour or so. Octavia got back to helping while I worked on the back storage. After we were done I asked if they wanted to get something to eat and that it was on me. And sweet fucking Celestia did they have the right pick. Pizza place. Grilled jalapeno, mango pizza, garlic knots and cauliflower wings. Happily paid for it, stuffed my face and just vegged out. Not long later we arrived in Canterlot at the back of a hotel.

We had to go through this way just to use a service elevator to a Penthouse Celestia told us we could use for some reason... Totally wasnt my fault there. Even had a few fresh sets of clothes in a backpack she got. Even had a suit laid out for me. I had to hang that over a chair in my room while Octavia and Vinyl took up another room. I was even given some pajamas to wear and a wire for my phone to charge. Track sweats and a tank top just so I wouldnt be in my underwear around them. Lucky us its only us inside and everywhere someone could get in is being watched by a guard. Doors to the penthouse, elevator doesnt go up this high without clearance. Only ones authorized was me, Vinyl and Octavia and any accompanying guards. I sighed sitting at the foot of the bed in my PJ's with my phone in hand and my finger just hovering over the call button on Twilight's contact info. I was just about to hit it until I got a knock at the door. I looked to the ornate door and huffed. "Come in." I said.

I waited a moment and Octavia slipped in just kinda hugging herself... And... She wasnt really wearing pajamas Applejack would even wear even if it were just us alone. Black lacy panties with stockings and a veil like dress attached to the bra.... Could see her cutiemark and it barely left anything to the imagination. "Ryder sir?" She said.

"Yes Miss Octavia?" She came closer and sighed.

"I... Apologize for my attitude earlier when you were helping clean the bus up... I've barely been sleeping even when I'm close to Vinyl... She's the calmer one between us..." I scooted over and patted next to me on the bed.

"I understand.... Not every day you get someone following you, doing things you dont like... And when something like this does happen its just scary as hell...." She leaned on me.... kinda felt a tad uncomfortable.

"....I love adoring fans.... Autographs and everything but when one goes through your unmentionables you're left thinking what are they even capable of? What have they seen you do? Where are you even safe?" I nudged her off and showed her my phone.

"Well you're safe in here with me Octavia. I just was about to call the Princess, tell her we're safe right now."

"May I speak with her as well...? Thank her for sending you?"

"I dont see why not. Just uh... give me a minute... gotta check on the wife who should still be there... And not mad I havent been messaging her throughout the day... Just give me a moment and lets see if I'm lucky...." She nodded and I hit the call button before hitting the speakerphone button... which within moments was a bad idea because I heard yelling and what not before turning off the speaker phone and holding it up to my ear. "Princess? Princess what's going on over there?"

I heard the phone move a bit before a door closing and then a grunt. "Sorry Ryder, AJ's a little bit moody right now." She said. "She's wanting to yell at guards who she says think she's fat just because of how much she's been eating. Dash and Rarity are trying to calm her down. Any updates on your end? Guards brought an... interesting.... device in when they returned to the castle earlier..."

"Yeah... Listening device.... It's destroyed, shouldnt be an issue."

"I can definitely tell it was destroyed... Not only by the condition its in but by the guards who saw it happened. Well done there. How are Octavia and Vinyl holding up?"

"They were a bit on edge meeting me, certainly a first for the one of them.... Speaking of which, Octavia is here and wishes to speak with you."

"Alright. Put her on." I then handed the phone over to her and got up to walk outside of the room and lean on the railing overlooking the living area of the penthouse. Guards were right there at the door to the elevator and the hall. Even went over to the room Vinyl and Octavia were in. Door was open a bit. I just peered in a little bit before knocking.

I heard a huff. "Come in." I heard Vinyl call out. I dipped inside and just saw Vinyl wearing sweats and a teeshirt. "Ah Ryder... Coming in to check up on me?" She took off her sunglasses and set them aside and honestly I was just kinda taken aback by the sight of her eyes... something I didnt ever see or anyone for that matter. She sighed before just getting up and resting a hand on my shoulder. "I'm just gonna say yes... I'm alright, same with Tavi. Speaking of which where is she?"

I just shook my head snapping myself out of the trance at looking at her eyes. "She's in my room speaking with the Princess." I replied. "I was just coming over to check on you yes but... Can I ask a question?" She brought me over to the bed and sat me down.

"If its about the eyes, I'm albino. The reason I wear those sunglasses. Sensitive to light and what not. Not a lot of fans get to see this. Strange? Yes. But I'm still a pony nonetheless." I sighed.

"Well... Sorry for staring I just..." I averted my gaze.

"Dude, its fine. Long as you dont call me a freak or something you're good... Dealt with that shit all my fucking life..." She sat down next to me and lied back. "'Oh mommy look at the freak with the weird eyes! She cant come play with us! The sun might set her on fire!' ....The bullshit I've dealt with all my life.... I hate it...." I sighed.

"...Miss Scratch I'm sorry but... i'm definitely not like that. In fact I know that pain... For years I havent had my cutiemark... Was made fun of in the locker rooms in middle school and high school... Only got it when I was trying to hotwire my teachers car. Guy caught me and the guys who were trying to do it, told me he wouldnt say anything if I helped him fix the car because it didnt have any spark plugs and fluids and a few things needed to be replaced. Stayed after school a few days and helped him, few guys ended up getting detention, I got off free because fixing that car ended up getting my cutie mark and since then I've tried to just to keep anyone from getting bullied... Even my sister. She doesnt have her mark yet and I pray she at least gets it soon... I'd hate to see her grow up the way I did."

"....Every now and then I just get ponies all over social media or even at gigs saying my music sucks... This shit that's happening now? Dudes a fucking psycho....Loves my shit so much he threatens to kill me so I dont ruin my fucking life by making one bad song...." I looked back at her.

"Has this guy threatened you just because of that?" I could see tears in her eyes as she nodded. "Fuck what ever that guy thinks.... Your music is awesome. Hell I'm pretty sure I told you that in Las Pegasus with Sapphire Shores if I remember correctly."

"Yeah... Yeah you did... That night I was so nervous to play something only because some drunk idiot threw a beer bottle at me on the street. Didnt hit me and thank Celestia that Octavia wasnt there.... If she was I probably wouldnt be here... guy would've gotten his ass kicked so hard the jaws of life would've had to split us apart...." I chuckled a bit.

"Seems like we both have the ones we'd fuck someone up for... You got Octavia, I got my sister and friends... Wife especially... Anything happen to her there'd be a massacre..." I sighed and got up. "I dont know about you but... You think you and Octavia might be up for a drink? I know you gotta perform tomorrow and I gotta watch out for the asshole but one drink aint gonna hurt." She huffed.

"Yeah... Guess a drink wont hurt... will at least calm the nerves...."

"I'll have someone pour one for you just so you dont go and get yourself piss drunk... Same with Octavia if she wants one." I started for the door. "I'll be waiting downstairs. Just snag Octavia from my room, make sure she brings my phone. Still need to talk to the wife." She sat up and gave a nod just before I vaulted the banister and cushioned my fall with my wings. Got a guard to pour me a shot of whiskey.

Once Vinyl and Octavia got down one got a bottle of beer while the other got wine. Surprisingly its not who you think grabbing them. Octavia had the beer and Vinyl had the wine. Apparently between the time I left my room and talked with Vinyl and the drinks Twilight cut the call so I ended up having to call back. Had to move myself away from them as I called. I heard it buzz a few times before hearing it click and a sigh. "Sugarcube... its about time you called...." She said. She sounded either tired or sad. "....Is everythin' okay? How's work going?" I sighed looking over to Vinyl and Octavia as they shared a kiss.

"So far yeah.... Just a couple scared mares who need protecting... Miss you though... if it werent for the circumstances I'd love to have you here with me so we can sleep side by side..."

"Yeah... I know the feeling... Mood swings have been just terrible... I... I think I even made Fluttershy cry some...."

"Ah.... Yeah.... Hopefully Dash is there to help keep her from being scared of you..."

"She is... Got Gilda here too just to give me someone to help... threw up a few times, one time the damn guard helping dropped my mane and Gilda had to help me shower up... Giving me someone to cuddle here too.... Makes me think you're right here with me....."

"Wish I had the liberty for that... I'm just gonna keep it professional."

"Dont worry... I think Gilda wants you home... bed her if you want but you're coming home to cuddle some more."

"Gotcha.... Love you...."

"Love you too Sugarcube... See you soon and please let me know what's going on whether it be through Twilight or direct line.... Baby's making me worry a whole lot."

"I'll try. Now you go get some rest... Dont think the baby wants a tired mommy. Night."

"Night sugarcube..." I heard her yawn before the phone call cut out. I sighed looking at her contact photo. The most beautiful smile I could ever ask for. Then I just started thinking which normally is bad for me.... The kid. Will the kid come out a boy? Girl? At all? The biggest question on my mind being is Applejack gonna even be able to survive birth? I mean her mother died giving birth to Applebloom and I dont know if I'm gonna be able to take care of the foal by myself if she does and you know if she does I'll be at Celestia's mothers feet, offering anything just to get her back. I huffed and got up heading straight for the bar wanting to get rid of these thoughts. I looked to the guard at the bar who just looked at me confused.

"One more shot of whiskey. Please." The guard at the bar nodded and started pouring me a shot.

Vinyl looked over to me sitting down her wine glass. "You good Ryder?" She asked. "Didnt think you'd even be going in for a second one while still technically on the job..." I quickly knocked the shot back and set the glass down.

The guard took a look at me as he shelved the bottle and took the glass. "Yeah... He's definitely got something on the mind...." He said. "Working as a bartender years back, you see enough of this stuff... ponies coming in, drinking away their thoughts and pain... Some come back, others dont for obvious reasons. This? Just trying to get rid of thoughts." Vinyl grabbed my shoulder turning towards me.

"Dude what's going on? You're not gonna off yourself on duty are you?"

I huffed and shook my head. "No... Not while I have a kid on the way... So much shit to do, so much to prepare for... So many ways that kid could come out...." I replied.

Octavia came over and sat to the otherside of me. "Trust me when I say I know how you feel... kinda..." She said "Had a close friend of mine who was having a kid, went to the hospital and everything to make sure she was in good health and somewhere between her last appointment and the birth the foal lost the heartbeat... Doctor said it could've killed her if it went any longer...."

"And that's what I'm afraid of! I dont want my wife to die giving birth and I dont want the foal to come out already dead."

"Oh uh... Apologies there.... I didnt mean it like that... Uh... V-Vinyl help me here...."

Vinyl huffed as she finished off her wine. "Dont think about that stuff. I'd say do your research." She said. "Think of what she has to eat, what she should do so she doesnt die during child birth, extra precaution, go a week or so before the estimated day and bring her into the hospital. Just make DAMN sure of EVERYTHING. Ask the Princess, friends, what ever you need to be sure. Ask medics, ask those who were pregnant before. Even ask your own parents if you can." She nudged me a bit. "Here. Why dont you go up to bed and rest up, maybe see about making an appointment with someone? Got a big day tomorrow and sound check starts early early early." I gave a nod and just got up from my seat before going upstairs. Along the way I texted Button's mother if I could drop by when I can. Even before I laid my head down she texted back saying I can visit any time.

When I went to sleep I fell pretty hard. Didnt dream at all, Luna didnt visit knowing damn well she could sense my mind issues and she could help somehow but I'll ask her later. When I woke up I had a guard knocking at my door. Told me to get ready for breakfast. I nodded and just got the suit on before heading downstairs to eat. The breakfast was a bit tense and silent. Almost like someones racist uncle said something about his nieces new husband. Long story short, call for a family dinner, racist uncle threatened to lynch and even had a noose ready. Arrested, charged. Once we were done I had to go downstairs first to make sure things were safe and that there was a safe path for us to get out and thankfully I did. When I went outside to see the bus there were guards and civilians looking at it. The bus was covered in graffiti that read 'GET RID OF THAT WHORE!' in bright neon orange. I huffed as I stepped up to one of the guards and pulled my gun. "Get the civilians away, lock the place down, radio the penthouse and tell them to keep away from windows." I said. The guard nodded and I boarded the bus gun drawn. Things were still in place but I went and checked every drawer, under the bed, in the bathroom and what not. Didnt find a thing. Not even the bus driver who... honestly I forgot we had to have in the hotel but turned in early because he was on watch for a while the night before. Caffeine pills and coffee and an hour nap after the guards got there to take notes and keep watch... and I could SWEAR we had some last night. I went back out and looked around the bus, looked the quick surrounding area and then went to a guard. "Search hotel guest rooms and belongings, detain any that have orange spray paint if any at all. I'm gonna find hotel staff and see security tapes from last night."

The guard nodded and I pulled my phone before calling the local guard precinct. Had them send out a few units to keep anyone from leaving or coming. When I got to the service desk the manager was there speaking with a few guards who had to let the assistant manager take me to see the tapes. Had to get on the phone with Vinyl and Octavia just to make sure they stay calm. "God dammit its that asshole again! I just know it!" Vinyl snapped over the phone. I didnt even break my gaze away from the screen only showing the bus and a few guards patrolling. I fast forwarded giving a huff.

"More than likely.... Just stay calm, listen to me. After we're done here, we're gonna get into an armored convoy, get ready to perform your show."

I heard the phone hit something real quick before heavy breathing. "SHE IS NOT PERFORMING WITH THAT FUCK OUT THERE!" I heard Octavia yell... Having my phone on speaker in a small room with a soundless TV showing me security camera footage isnt the best. I heard a huff after a tiny struggle.

"Octavia I have to! If I dont I'm disappointing fans, not to mention this guy could follow us anywhere else we go making this worse!"

I huffed hitting play again on the remote they gave me. "She's right Octavia. Better to nip this in the butt before it gets worse. We basically need to spring a trap. Do the show, have guards swarming the place and see if we cant pinpoint this stupid kid." I said. "I can see about getting Vinyl an outfit that's moveable yet bulletproof... We'd have to take a quick stop by the Princess... Maybe have the Princess meet us somewhere to do the spell and with your own clothes... Honestly wouldnt mind the spell on me just so I can move easy and not have to lug around a bullet proof vest...."

"Yeah I guess that sounds fine... Is there anything that might be able to put me on stage with a force-field or something? My gigs need me to be up and keeping the crowd hype as I burn through the set list... Maybe along the way we can set some rules? Like no guns? Maybe just tasers or rubber bullets? I dont want a shootout only to have my fans gunned down just because this asshole pulled one on me." I paused the video seeing some hooded figure dressed in black, NO fucking guards around and the spray can ready. I huffed.

"You know if your fans wear a lot of jewelry?"

"I mean... Some but how's that gonna stop anything?"

"Its not. I'm thinking of having metal detectors wherever you're going for this unless some are already preinstalled. Maybe have guards with wands and bag checks...."

"Normal procedure. Extra security around though. Onstage guards and a good bit between me and the fans. A fan meetup after IF everything goes according to plan....." I huffed.

"Yeah.... Got an update on the security footage. Cant tell who it is but its one pony. Came when guards were not near the bus. Might definitely be our guy... After we're done here I'll see about Celestia helping me put in Bullet proof glass and get a new paint job, with your input of course. Least I can do to help here. At least on top of keeping you and Octavia safe."

"Yeah.... If Celestia can meet me half way on a new paintjob for the bus, I can spring for bullet proof glass... either that or at least side paneling if possible...."

"Even if I have to put in a little of my own money towards what ever. You're top priority for me at the moment. Gotta keep you safe. For now, try to stay calm, stay away from windows and if you need to go into a room with windows, keep your head down or be quick about it. Just follow any guards orders if they need to move you. I'll have guards move you once transport is here. Understand?"

"Yeah. Understood Ryder." I disconnected the call and just asked for transport, armored and more guards at the venue. After the transport got here we went for the venue. Warehouse just outside of town, sectioned off for backstage area and the stage. Lights, neon, moving set pieces and what not. It was honestly wasnt the best to be seen with the lights on. But when we did the lights test we just saw how amazing it was. Strobes were a bit annoying but other than that it was pretty awesome. Saw the lights move, the set move a bit and it almost looked like Vinyl was glowing in the dark with her mane and her coat. And the glasses? Purple DEFINITELY is good for black lighting. I had to send guards out for pizza for us after a small set. Other than that we were pretty calm knowing this warehouse was empty for the time being. Hell after I ate Vinyl did let me mess with the equipment to just make a beat and just geek out. And yes. I washed my hands. Not putting greasy fingers all over high tech music making machines. That's like working on a car, touching Gash's guitar after changing the oil. It's basically a sin.

The guards got there way before any party goers got there. I sat up on the stage as everyone fell in line. About a hundred guards filled the area before one came up to me. "Everyone's here General. You're on." He said before falling back inline.

I huffed getting up. "Alright LISTEN UP!" I called out. "We have a big job to do here today. Concert goers will be here in a few hours. I need patrols around the entire place. Four guards at every possible entrance, Patrols backstage, at least a seven to ten foot barrier between the stage and the fans, if they get rowdy keep an eye out. Anyone rushes the stage intending to break through, arrest them. Be vigilant, be ready for anything. Hopefully most of you one pony that we are to look out for at the moment. Someone who intends to harm the DJ and their Marefriend. Unknown if its Earth Pony, Pegasus or Unicorn with clothing that hides their horn. Described as a stallion, wearing a doctors mask and a ball cap. Orange Coat, Red Mane. You see anyone like that, cuff em, radio in to me, frisk em, if they run, pursue and detain. No lethal force authorized. Dont want civilians in the crossfire. Tasers are fine, just make sure they hit their mark. If civilians are hit by taser fire, administer first aid, see about getting them to meet with Vinyl after the show. Understood?"

And all at once they all replied. "SIR YES SIR!" Which echoed through the entire warehouse.

"Alright. Divide yourselves. I need Squad A outside by the gates, watch over event staff and fans. Squad B goes and forms patrols of two or three guards around the areas of this warehouse. Squad C, Form a line 8 feet from the stage, stretch across and curve to meet the needs, any excess can spread out to other sides of the warehouse. Squad D, you guys hit side entrances, back side of the building and any pegasai hit the roof and if needed, take shifts for wing breaks. Radio in, wait for replacement if need be for a break. Replacements from any squad is appreciated, though once relieved, go to the squad which your replacement came from. NOW MOVE OUT!" I watched as they all dispersed knowing where the exact middle of them was. Three groups went outside and I watched the last group fall in line to their positions. About fifteen of them stretched across the entire warehouse with the remaining hitting the edge spreading them out evenly. "Need one guard up here on stage. I got stage right, someone else needs to get stage left. And for the love of the goddess above someone get me a radio. Also if any of you have epilepsy, let me know, I'll swap you out with someone else from another squad."

I waited for a moment before being handed an extra radio and another guard got on stage. I had to weave the wire of the headset underneath my jacket and clip the radio to my belt. Luckily noise canceling. After that I excused myself backstage to see Vinyl and Octavia sitting together in a little VIP area they had set up. Beer, food, seating and its own lighting. Flood lights that were colored mostly. Vinyl was chilling on a long couch while Octavia was pacing back and forth nervously. Octavia looked to me and huffed. "Ryder we really should call off the show!" She said. "I just KNOW that crazy asshole is gonna try something tonight.... I dont want Vinyl going out there to perform only for him to rush the stage and attack her.... H-he could bomb the place, gun her down or something...."

"Octavia, Guards are crawling all over the place. They're gonna be helping event security check ponies and they're even watching the perimeter. If anyone gets here with a weapon, they're not doing their jobs. Would you rather have one crazy insane fan trying to attack what is essentially a stronghold or would you rather have a bunch of angry fans who more than likely took off for a few days, drove, flew or took the train all the way out here only to be told to go home because we had to cancel the show because of this? If it were me I'd take my chances with the crazy guy rather than hundreds, maybe even thousands be burning and destroying things in Canterlot. You wanna go back to the bus and chill? I can assign guards to be around the bus while you're inside, maybe having a glass of wine and listening to music waiting for Vinyl to come back. Sound good?"

Octavia whimpered a bit as Vinyl got up. She came over and grabbed her by the shoulders pulling her in for a hug. "Tavi, baby.... Just go on... Get back in the bus, lie down, drink something, listen to your music, do what ever.... I trust Ryder's got this and you should too... Just breathe.... everything's gonna be okay.... I'll try to sneak away to check on you in a few hours alright?" Octavia nodded hesitantly. "Good... Now grab a drink, head to the bus, Ryder will send some guards to patrol around there just to make sure you're safe. Just go. I'll be fine." I could see the hesitancy in Octavia's eyes. I huffed and pried her away gently.

"Miss Octavia, lets get you to the bus." I looked to Vinyl. "You get on out there where the guards can see you. I'll be back." Vinyl nodded and I just took Octavia's hand before leading her towards a side door. Octavia gripped my hand harder.

"....I do NOT feel safe here.... I just....I just cant shake this feeling that there's just gonna be fans running every which way trying to find cover.... and... Just.... I dont wanna be hiding just wondering if Vinyl is alright....." I sighed.

"I honestly understand that feeling... You're worried somethings gonna happen to the one you love because you were thrown into a situation without any warning...." I opened the door and led her through. We came outside to a group of guards standing facing away from the door. "You see, not to far from here I proposed to my wife. Celestia wanted me to work though to do something similar to this.... Guard someone important and make sure they make it out alright. I ended up being dragged into the bathroom only for the guy to tell me he saw his assailant before we were cornered by a few more assailants. Didnt help that one of them had a gun making the entire restaurant erupt into utter chaos... I had to deal with the guys in the bathroom then head out to help guards who were hiding and backing me up in case something happened which it did.... I did what it took to keep the VIP alive... Though what scared me the most is I didnt know if the mare I loved didnt make it out and it scared the life out of me.... I was lucky there with that.... She might've yelled at me when I got outside but when I pulled out that ring her mood changed right around.... She could've broken my heart right then and there... Could've said no all because her life was in danger because it was a job I couldnt get myself out of..." She sniffled a bit.

"I...."

"It's alright.... You dont need to say anything.... Just get into the bus, chill out. I'll get some guards to patrol around the bus. If you see anything, tell the guard and I'll be right there. Got it?" She nodded as we approached the bus. I let her get in and I sat at the door before I pressed a button on my ear piece. "Need a few guards to patrol the bus. Any excess guards at the front gates report to the bus at the back immediately. At least 3 guards. Keep your eyes open!"

I leaned against the bus and waited for the guards to show up. They did within a few minutes. Pegasus and two earth pony guards. I went back to my post after doing a quick fly around the building making sure things were alright. Hell there was a part of me that wanted to get something to snack on from the food trucks waiting in a lot just off to the side of the front gate but part of me said to not.... Guess that's more than likely caused by my dad when I was younger getting something from one and he ended up getting indigestion from it... So I didnt really ever trust food trucks.... Other than the ones you find at the local fair when it comes to town. Those give some good ones. Anyways I went back to my post and just sat on the stage waiting for the crowd of ponies to be let in. Didnt take that long for them to be let in. Lights in the warehouse went out, black lights came on and all I saw was neon colored face paint, glow sticks, manes and clothes all glowing in the dark. Hell even I glowed somewhat what with my white coat and my dirty blonde mane. I practically was a walking glow stick. Well minus the suit of course. Anyways I stood there on stage just as things got started. Bass pumping, lights going insane. Could only watch the crowd as the music just sent beats out almost like it was making each pony out there move autonomously. Though it lasted quite a bit longer than expected. Maybe about an hour in I heard something in my radio that I honestly had to plug my ear to even hear. "GENERAL! COME IN GENERAL! COME TO THE BUS IMMEDIATELY! THERE'S SOMEONE TRYING TO TAKE OFF WITH IT!" A guard yelled. I looked to Vinyl who was too much into her music to even pay attention. I signalled to the other guard who was looking at me. Just motioned to him to get a replacement for me before I ran for the back.

As I hurried backstage there were fans just going crazy dancing and drinking and I swear some of them were even having sex.... I burst out the doors I lead Octavia through and there I saw the bus trying to move and guards around it trying to force their way in to the door with no give. I rushed towards them. "MOVE MOVE MOVE!" I yelled. The guards saw what I meant. One more turn and that bus was moving. Sure enough after one more it was barreling towards me. The guards at the doors had to dive inside to avoid getting hit and I had to fly up before going after it. It broke through wooden barriers narrowly missing guards trying to wave it down and knocking the vehicles out of the way. I landed on the roof and was just desperately looking for a hatch or entry point. Nothing here. Then I thought... Why not through the front?" I had to take off and fly towards the front of the bus as it weaved in and out of cars. Was I about to relive the moment when Twilight fucked up and wiped everyones mind? Yeah. Yeah I was but did I give a fuck? No. I had to fly for a while just to get at least two car lengths in front of it before I quickly turned around and headed straight for the windshield. Had to block my eyes and hold em shut tight before breaking through the window. Still got cut up a bit as I landed and quickly got to my feet. I heard Octavia screaming in the bathroom before I rushed back to the front, grabbed the driver- the stalker pony himself- slamming his head against the wheel, pulling him out throwing him to the side before hitting the brakes slowing the bus down as best I could before pulling my gun and aiming it at him as the bus slowly rolled to a stop. "HANDS WHERE I CAN SEE EM! SHOW ME YOUR FUCKING HANDS!" Oh that guy tried getting up or something but he knew if he did he'd be dead where he tried to stand and I dont wanna draw more blood than my own. He just gave up. I pressed a button on my earpiece giving a huff putting a knee into this guys back. "Bus secured, need guard trucks on me NOW. One for detainment, other for redirecting traffic. Get here ASAP."

And just like that it was done. Few minutes after that call was made that guy was cuffed and hauled off. Guards reported that this guy was someone who went missing weeks ago from a mental institution and was reportedly not taking any medicine. Octavia was scared yeah but she was glad that I saved her even if it meant having to trash the bus.... again... I got into contact with Celestia and she offered to cover the whole thing from fixing the window, repainting the bus and is even going with new graphics for Vinyl. Ended up having to go to the castle for medical treatment so I didnt get to experience the concert. That night I was in a room solo, wounds all patched up. Just some minor scratches that bled and maybe a strained muscle but other than that I was fine. Even had my stuff from the hotel be brought here. As I was getting ready for bed I was sat down in my pajama pants and no shirt on and my phone in hand. Just as I was about to call Applejack, she called me. I hit the green button and put it on speaker but before I had a chance to even say anything Applejack started to yell. "GOD DAMMIT SUGARCUBE YOU PROMISED ME YOU WOULDNT DO ANYTHING STUPID! WHAT THE FUCK DO I HAVE TO DO TO KEEP YOU FROM HURTING YOURSELF?!" She yelled.

I gave a silent sigh and rolled my eyes hearing someone talk behind her before taking the phone. "Sorry Ryder, she just saw the news about the short chase with Vinyl's tour bus...." I heard Princess Twilight say. "I assured her that you're alright and that you were just doing your job... You are alright arent you?"

I got up from the bed and started wandering the room. "Yeah I'm fine... Just hoping Vinyl and Octavia are gonna be alright with delaying the tour for a few days because of the bus...." I said. "Other than being moody, how has AJ been?"

"She's been tolerable. Dash pissed her off and I swear Fluttershy was stronger than her with what she said. Told her some very... not nice things that even I wont repeat...."

"Well what ever it was I'm sure Dash deserved it... kinda... maybe... Is Gilda at least helping her?"

"Yeah. More mane holding for obvious reasons and get this- she even cuddled with her in bed and was even keeping AJ calm and leading her through a few exercises." I sighed.

"Good to know.... I gotta thank Gilda when I get back... Maybe see if she can at least help me out a bit more often with things."

"I can speak with her, maybe see if we cant get her onto a payroll for when she does help you out. I know she wants to help but to get her to help more being paid. Maybe even pay her to be at Applejack's side when she's giving birth just in case something comes up with you. N-Not saying something will but.... You know... Just in case...." I sighed hearing a knock at my door.

"Yeah... Never knowing what life can throw at you... Speaking of which we may need to sit down, have a talk with AJ, try to plan something out with her when we start nearing the estimated date.... That and Maybe see about having a dedicated medic look at her every now and then... Think you know why." I went over to the door and opened it just to see Octavia and Vinyl in their sleepwear. I shushed them but beckoned them inside.

"Yeah.... I know... AJ's pretty much got the same idea. No way in hell we're having anything there happen... Thinking every other week for a doctors visit, making sure she's eating and exercising right and that she's gonna be going right back home with you. We can discuss that upon your return. Speaking of discussing something how's Vinyl and Octavia?"

"They seem alright... maybe a tad shaken but other than that... Not sure... You wanna talk to em? They just got here."

"Sure. Put em on." I went over to them sitting on my bed and just handed it to them.

Both Vinyl and Octavia looked to each other trying to see who would muster up the first word. That's when Vinyl sighed. "Princess... I can not thank you enough for sending Ryder our way...." She said. "I dont know how many shows I'd've had to cut short, how many meals I'd have to go without or even how many nights I'd have to sleep with one eye open.... If it werent for Ryder our lives would be fucking chaos..." Twilight giggled a bit.

"No problem. Even though I owe him a week off and a dinner with his wife.... And probably more considering I dont wanna leave his brother in law taking care of his sisters because he needs a break too."

Octavia leaned on Vinyl. "I think we have a few things for him as well..." She said sounding tired as anything. "He's one of the best guards and I of course need to apologize for doing his duty... We've agreed that Vinyl is going to get some merch set up for him and maybe we can fit his wife and family in as well and free admission to any one gig Vinyl does that he goes to. VIP pass and everything. And as for my side of things? I think I might take him shopping for something. Suit, something for his wife maybe. The least I could do..."

"Well I'm sure he would appreciate anything you give him. Also Vinyl I'm not sure you can do this without permission from the band first but.... Ryder loves Gems n Tulips and he does wanna hear a remix of one of his favorites Paradise Island... Maybe you can make something happen?"

Vinyl hummed. "I think I might be able to do something... Could very well try at the least... No promises though." She said. That honestly got me a bit excited.

"Great. I'll see if I cant get in contact with the label to see if we cant push that through." I heard a groan in the background before something falling and a few other ponies were asking something in the background. "And I think that's my queue to go and make sure Applejack eats something before bed.... Gotta go. GILDA! Go after her, make sure she doesnt need another shower!" I quickly grabbed my phone and ended the call before giving a huff. Vinyl chuckled a bit.

"Seems wifey is doing alright for the moment. You gonna be good?" I nodded. "Good. Thanks for the quick aide though.... I would've never forgiven myself if anything happened to Octavia.... You risk your own skin for shit like this?"

I sat down on the bed next to them giving a bit of a sigh. "Like you wouldnt believe... Always gotta do it like its my family I'm saving." I replied. "If i needed to break my own arm to save my sister I'd do it."

"Well that explains why you got hurt when you willingly flew through the window of a speeding bus just to save my marefriend. Arent you afraid you're gonna get killed doing this shit?"

"Again yeah.... Before you came in my wife went and yelled at me... I know she would've anyways without the mood swings but... That thought has crossed my mind.... I try to be as careful as I have to considering I've nearly died a few times in my life.... Wont say how or why because I dont wanna give you two nightmares worrying about me because I told you some of the shit I went through.... Though just to let you know, one of these is fake. Your guess on to which one but I'm still not telling that story... Maybe if you wanna ask Celestia tomorrow morning but... I'm not comfortable just telling you two what happened myself and if she asks why, tell me and I'll ask her if she could do at least the wing story. Now maybe you two should get some sleep. Dont wanna have Princess Luna catch you walking around this late... Or do... She might help with some tea if you cant sleep. I honestly need my rest after today..." Vinyl gave a smile and threw an arm around me.

"No worries. You get some rest. We'll be fine... See you tomorrow morning." She looked to Octavia as she got up. "C'mon babe. Lets get back to our room, give the General some space. Though... Maybe we can show him some strobes?"

Octavia grinned a bit as they both walked a few paces and turned back around. "As long as I get the VIP experience back at the room..." She said before looking back to me grasping the hem of her top. "Consider this a little... extra gift from us..." And at the same time they both raised their tops flashing their breasts.... Hell Vinyl took her top all the way off and slung it over her shoulder. I honestly felt like I had been flashed by those strobe lights... Stunned and just not sure what else to do. Octavia fixed her shirt before giving a giggle. "See you tomorrow Ryder... hope those dont keep you up for long...." She looked to Vinyl taking her hand. "Come on.... Lets go...." Vinyl nodded before I watched both of them walk out. I sat there for a while uh... contemplating what my next move was.... Didnt take long for that idea to come along and put me to sleep. But hey... Job is a job no matter how fucking screwy it is.... Later.