A New Life and a New Home.

*knock knock knock*

"I'm coming!" Miles rushed to the door in wearing nothing but his underwear not having dressed when Zephyr visited.

"Hurry up! I need to pee!" A desperate voice came from the other side of the door.

"Ooh, I don't know if I can let you in Pinkie. I think I lost the key." Miles teased.

"Listen here mister! If you don't open this door right now I will pee all over the street!"

"Fine. Would have been funny to watch you squirm a little though." The half naked human opened the door revealing Fluttershy with a saddlebag and Pinkie hopping up and down.

"Gottogogetoutofmywayneedtopee!" A pink blur shouted running for the bathroom.

"So, how are you?" He turned to the remaining guest stood at the door.

"Is that any way to greet your new marefriend? Come here." Fluttershy hovered next Miles' head and brought him in for a kiss.

"Whats a marefriend?" Miles brought her in and sat on the couch with Fluttershy on his lap.

"Don't you have relationships on your world where you date?"

"..................." Miles' ears pricked up.

"Whats wrong?"

"Is that Pinkie peeing or did I turn a hosepipe on?"

"I think its her peeing." Fluttershy lifted her ear in the direction of the bathroom.

"What has she drunk today?"

"Water."

"Anything else?"

"Stop trying to change the subject. Now do you date on your world or not?"

"Yes we do but the term marefriend is new to me. We have boyfriend and girlfriend."

"Well we have marefriend and coltfriend. Understand?"

"Yes. But there is a problem."

"What is it? You know you can always come to me and Pinkie about anything."

"It needs to wait until Pinkie is here."

*flush*

"What needs to wait until i'm here?" Pinkie joined the two on the couch.

"There is one small problem with us dating. And one slightly bigger one but we'll cross that bridge when its time."

"What is it? Did we do something wrong? I don't like doing things wrong." Pinkie cuddled into Miles' chest as her hair deflated making Miles stare in confusion at the now straight hair that was fluffy not 3 seconds ago.

"Its nothing you have done, it is nothing bad but it needs to be said before someone gets upset."

"What is it?" Fluttershy cuddled into Miles' chest resting her head next to Pinkie's

"Well, we're dating now which is a big first for me and I couldn't be happier, it's just that I have no idea what you do when dating someone. I know you kiss and hug a lot, take you out to nice places and I have to buy you expensive things all the time."

"Thats not what dating is about at all. You don't have to buy us things and take us out all the time. Sure those things are nice sometimes but just spending time with each other is what is most important."

"Yeah. We would rather  just sit here with you now like we are instead of going somewhere expensive and fancy."

"I don't mind if you want to you know."

"We know. And that is why we love you."

"Yeah, about that. Why do you love me exactly? You mentioned a couple things but never really told me why."

"Where to start. You saved us all, you saved the kids from Blueblood, you nearly died a lot of times, you look after others who need it and are a friend to everyone and you are an all round nice guy."

"And you are really good looking."

"That ones a lie. One, you said it without going quiet and two, i'm not a good looking human. There are a lot more handsome ones on my planet"

"You need to get a better view of yourself. Your self confidence is too low for your own good. You are good looking and even if you weren't we would still love you."

"I guess you're right Shy. I'm glad I have you two in my life."

"And we're glad to have you in our lives too. And so are a lot of other ponies."

"Others are glad for me?"

"Well duh! Celestia, Luna, Shining, Twilight, AJ, Rarity, Rainbow,  the school and lots of others too. Heck, all of Equestria is grateful for you."

"I understand you lot but why all of Equestria?"

"You can't save the rulers of a land without being loved."

"Fair point. But why the school?"

"You're going to be protecting the diamond remember?"

"True. So what are we doing today?"

"We have been sent to collect you so you can check out all that stuff Celestia has for you. And then we can spend the rest of the day together."

"Sounds fun. Let me get changed and we can go."

"Do you have to wear clothes all the time? We don't have to."

"Only if you and the rest of the city don't want to see my bits swinging freely all day."

"I don't mind. We've seen it already."

"Me neither. When me and Pinkie were in your room you were very close to us. Very close to us. Its quite hairy around the top."

"Can we not talk about it now."

"Sure. But Twilight might want to ask a few questions."

"What?! How does she know we were just talking about it?"

"She has been here with us since we got here."

"Then where is she?"

"I'm right here." A voice came out from nowhere.

"What the? Where?"

"We're right here." Miles watched in surprise as Celestia, Luna, AJ, Rarity, Twilight and Rainbow appeared out of nowhere.

"You made yourselves invisible? Cool. But not cool on invading my privacy."

"Sorry but we wanted to know what you were like. Since you are new to love we needed to make sure you wouldn't have a heart attack or something. And the Princesses thought it would be cute." Twilight blurted out excitedly.

"Now now Twilight. Don't be so eager to ask him." Celestia blushed from the previous comment.

"Ask me what?"

"Can I go with you to check out the things from your universe? In the interest of science?"

"Sure. But the others will have to come or it won't be fair."

"Sure. And can I ask one more question please? It might be a bit personal though."

"Do you have to ask it for science? Or is it for your interest?"

"For science."

"Go ahead."

"You know your penis?"

"I can tell I'm going to regret this but go on."

"Can I inspect it?"

"......................" Miles just sat there staring into space with the rest of the group in an awkward silence and Twilight turning as red as Big Mac. "Straight to the point. Not going to take me out on a date first?"

"Oh ha ha. You are so funny. Not. And I won't touch it. Pinkie or Fluttershy can do that."

".............."

"I'm not helping it, am I?"

"Well Twilight. I don't know what to say. If it is for science then fine. But if its for your personal interest then no."

"I don't have any interest in you like that. Its all professional."

"Fine. Lets get it over and done with."

"What are you doing......I didn't mean here!" Twilight stood facing Miles with his boxers round his ankles with the rest of the group behind her blushing.

"Might as well do it now. And I don't get why everyone is blushing, its not like you have never seen one before. Or haven't you?

"I have seen a few in book but never this close or real or not pony."

"I think we know what type of books you read Twilight." Miles laughed a big belly laugh.

"No! I don't! Stop being so mean."

"Hahahaha. I'm just messing with you. But you did protest a bit much but so maybe you do."

"Maybe I'll just have to cut it off an make the examinations in a lab.I'm sure you would like that."

"Nononononono. No."

"You protest too much. Maybe you do want me to."

"Touche. But what exactly do you want to know about it?"

"Everything."

"Well, where to start? Its a penis. It does what penises do. That sums it up pretty well."

"Nothing interesting then? Does it get erect or is it always floppy like this for your kind?"

"It does but I'm not showing you. It also does a cool trick if I get really bored."

"It does what?"

"Its called the windmill or the willy copter. There isn't a proper name for it."

(Not going into detail on this. Read about it if you want to know about it.)

"That is......new."  Twilight looked back and forth between Miles and her notebook.

"Was that really necessary? It was immature and downright disturbing." Rarity unshielded her eyes from behind her hoof.

"It was amusing for me. And by the look in Pinkie's and Shy's eyes I would say they don't have any complaints.

"I don't have any. Do you Pinkie?"

"Nope. Do it again!"

"Later. For now though, I need to get changed, and pick up some stuff then we can go."

"Oh here darling. I brought a whole bunch of clothes for you. Don't worry about payment. You can pay me back by buying us lunch next time we're in town. There is your uniform for school as well."

"Thanks. But does it restrict movement? I cant do my job without full movement."

"I made sure that they won't restrict you and at the same time letting you look nice and professional. Blood will be easy to remove so that isn't an issue either. But do try not to bleed on it."

"I won't bleed that much."

"Promise?"

"No. I will try not to bleed though if that helps."

"Miles honey....." Fluttershy pulled him back onto the sofa.

"Yes?"

"If you get injured or nearly die I will not be happy. Understand?"

"Yes? What are you like when angry?"

"Well, lets just say you won't be doing the windmill anymore. Now go and get ready."

"Thats a bit uncharacteristic of you. I thought at most I might get a smack."

"Well I am normally shy and quiet but I have never had to deal with the fact I could lose a loved one. Especially one that I just started dating and could lose at any time."

"So, either I die, or I live a life without a penis. I'll be careful. But it is a risk that needs to be taken. Now, I'm going to go get changed and grab my stuff and then we can go."

"Good. Now hurry up."

A quick change later and the group headed outside. Greeted by crowds the group push their way through trying to get past ponies wanting to meet the princesses.

"Miles can we hurry this up please? I don't like all the fuss that me and my sister are making." Luna glared at the crowds making them step back.

"Its this one shop here and then we can head to the castle."

"Well hurry up."

"Chill ya beans. I'll only be a minute." Miles entered the store

"Hello, how may I help you today?" Gem met the group as they entered.

"Hi Gem. Are those boots ready?"

"Oh hello Miles. And you brought company....."  Gem bowed down noticing the company following Miles.

"You may rise. Are you a friend of Miles?"

"I wouldn't say a friend but we have talked and he said he would come here often when he needs something."

"You two timing mule!" Rarity scorned.

"Me?" Gem stepped back frightened.

"No. Miles. I thought I was your friend. Why won't you let me make you things?"

"I love what you make. But is what you make waterproof?"

"No."

"Is it fireproof?"

"No."

"Will it withstand if i getting stabbed and slashed and other stuff like that?"

"No."

"The stuff Gem makes is. It is what I need for my job and seeing how many times I have been in hospital it seems like the right choice. Your stuff is great too. Your stuff is what i need for every day life. Not for when i'm getting swords through my chest and sharp pointy things in me."

"Well, ok then. But you better come to me when you need clothes or uniform."

"I promise I will."

"Good. Now what are you here for?"

"Miles came by to pick up his boots." Gem put the boots on the counter.

"Thanks Gem. These look great. I should be able to wear them to school and they can hold up when working."

"What will you be doing to need these anyway? They are really hard wearing and won't damage easily."

"If what I am aware of is correct, I may be killing things. Or getting killed. One of the two."

"Ah. Do you want me to make some protective armour?  It won't be like the guards have but it will at least stop a small blade going into you."

"No thanks. I'll be fine. If I change my mind I'll come straight here. Promise."

"Well ok then. Now is there anything else I can help with?"

"Well there is one thing. How good are you at sharpening blades?"

"I have the sharpest blades in Equestria. The only thing sharper is the ones the royal guard have."

"Could you sharpen this for me please?" Miles placed the kukri on the counter.

"Wow. Big knife. Give me a minute." A minute passes and Gem returns with the blade hovering above her.

"That was quick. How much?"

"Free of charge. Call it a favor for a friend."

"Thanks. Just let me know if you need anything."

"Can I ask why you need such a big blade?"

"This is a small one. I have a sword waiting at school for me tomorrow. And that is never going to leave my side."

"You have a sword?"

"Can't do my job without it."

"Can I work on it if it gets damaged? My brother is teaching me how to work metal at the blacksmith he owns."

"Thats not down to me. Celestia, Luna and Shining gave me it for work. Its up to them." Miles looked over his shoulder to the Princesses browsing the store with Luna taking great interest in rock climbing equipment.

"Miles. We gave it to you as a gift. It is yours to do with as you please as long as you're sensible with it."

"Just me being curious but what if i'm not sensible with it?"

"It would be taken away from you and the members of staff will only give you access to it when needed. You will be subject to severe punishment as well."

"What type of punishment?"

"Grounding for one. And all privileges taken away as well."

"I have privileges?"

"You weren't informed of this? I could swear I sent a letter to you."

"That might be my fault princess. You see you sent the letter to spike thinking he would be with me but after he stopped by I sent him home because I didn't want him seeing Miles in a state like he was and I'm not sure how Miles would have responded to him." Twilight  interjected.

"Ah. Very well, I shall issue another copy of the letter when we are back at the castle. It will be waiting at your friends home for when you get back."

"Thank you princess. And who is Spike?"

"He is my assistant. He is a baby dragon and he dropped by the other day. I'll introduce you to him some other time."

"Ok then. I look forward to meeting him. And yes, Gem. I will let you do any repairs and such. But only if your brother helps. I'll need strong and reliable weapons."

"Thank you so much. I will make the best weapons you have ever seen."

"I'll hold you to that. Anyway. Thank you for the boots but we must be off. There is a lot that needs to to be done today and it isn't going to do itself,"

"Ok. Thanks for coming and stay safe."

"I make no promise." Miles and the group gave their thanks and  left the store heading for the castle as Celestia received a letter from thin air.

"We're running late. We need to get this done as soon as possible. There is a lot to look over and the guards reported a big find this morning. It could be dangerous."

"Then lets run." Miles suggested.

"No need. We can just teleport." Celestia rolled her eyes.

"Oh yeah. Lets go."

The princesses lifted up their horns to the sky shining light all around the street. In a flash the group disappeared and reappeared in a dark room.

"Why is it so dark?" Rainbow panicked slightly.

"Everypony stay where you are. Once you have been scanned you may enter." A voice came from nowhere.

"Who said that? Show yourself!" Miles withdrew his newly sharpened kukri.

"Calm down Miles. These are the scientists that are researching the findings from your world." Celestia spoke.

"Why do we need to be scanned?"

"I need to be honest with you. Diamond dogs aren't the only threat. Changelings have been seen on the outskirts of Canterlot since you got here. They haven't come across our borders as far as we are aware but the precautions need to be taken."

"Who are the changelings? You should start with that next time."

"They're a bunch of meanies who tried to steal love from Canterlot. They can change form to whatever they desire." Pinkie shouted.

"Ok then. Why weren't you honest with me at first?"

"So you wouldn't be paranoid. Just look for their green eyes. That is the only give-away for them."

"Fine. But I'm not happy about being lied to."

"Scan complete. You may enter! The items are cloaked but will be visible in a few moments.

As the group entered the room there was nothing to show any form of human technology until the scientists uncloaked it. "So what sort of stuff do you guys ha-" Miles stood in awe at the arsenal of weapons laid out in front of him.

"These are what we think might be operational. We were ordered not to try to operate them until you got here. These are some of the specimens that are in perfect condition. There are a lot of others but these are just a small group so that you can look through them and the rest will be checked out shortly. There are some manuals but we were told only you are aloud to read them."

"You could take out and entire country with all this."

"How bad are we talking if say more humans had these and wanted to take over Canterlot"? Twilight asked.

"Lets say one person for each weapon in sight here with full ammo, taking into consideration the armor and weapons you have...........twenty minutes and Canterlot would be taken over. Give or take a few minutes."

"Wow. What are they?"

"Guns. There a lots of types and for different purposes such as long range to short range and from single fire to automatic. For instance this one here is called an AK-47. This is a very good weapon as it can work in any condition and is easy to repair. It is also very common and is very powerful. Rule number one of guns, NEVER underestimate the power of a gun. They can and will kill or severely injure. Rule number two: NEVER look into the barrel. Rule three: make sure you never aim at someone unless you intend to kill them."

"Wow. So how do they work?"

"Well, they shoot something called bullets. If I can find some I will give you a demonstration."

"Oh here, These were the metal things found inside it." A small young scientist barely out of her teens handed over a magazine.

"Great. Now can we have a target?"

"Sure thing. This target is made out of magic so don't worry about if it gets too damaged, This will act just like a normal pony would with an injury except without blood. Any damage this takes is what a real pony would take."

"Good. This makes a better example. Everybody back! And cover your ears!"

Everyone retreated behind Miles as he took stance aiming down the sight at the target. Taking the safety off Miles inhaled deeply focusing on the target.

*click*  *bang*

The bullet missed and hit the wall behind it ricocheting off the walls around the room. "Oops. Told you it was powerful. One more go." Miles aimed down the sights once more as the group covered their ears,

*click* *bang*

The bullet hit between the eyes of the target sending it flying back with most of the skull in the back missing. "Told you never underestimate guns."

"Ooh shit dude. I mean..erm.. that was an unexpected result. I will have my team replicate more of these bullets." The leading scientist gawped.

"This isn't even one of the more powerful ones. In comparison to some of our weapons this is a child's toy. Well, it isn't actually a toy but in comparison to the destructive power we have this is weak."

"Can you show us something more powerful?"

"Lets see if you have a grenade."

"What does it look like?"

"There are lots of different types. Look for something that looks like a lemon with a ring on it but it isn't yellow."

"You sure know a lot about this stuff. Do you use them on your world?"

"No no no my dear Twilight. I had an interest in them but my  knowledge is very limited."

"Oh ok then. So what will this grenade do? Will it be as powerful as the gun?"

"Oh yes. Very much so."

"How much so?"

"Depends what type and if it works."

"Why are there so many types of destructive weapons on your world?"

"We have a lot of wars. In the last hundred years on my planet, millions of people have died from wars. We had two large wars known as the world wars. In reality they weren't wars. They were genocide. Both times. One nation wanting to rule another. Humans have so much potential but we squander it because we want power." Miles shook his head.

"There are some like me who see wars is only useful for defending peace. Such as if England, where I come from was being attacked by say.....Spain. In reality we don't hate each other and I think we are allies but if it were to happen war would brake out and soldiers would die and destruction would follow in the footsteps of our actions."

"Thats awful. Is it always the case for war?"

"No. Sometimes countries are greedy and want something from another one. If oil is found in one of the poorer countries you could bet all your money that rumors of war would start and quite possibly they would be true. We fight where in reality we could talk. It is just how we are. Heck there is a war going on at the minute unless it stopped in the time I've been here."

"Well at least you don't seek war." Pinkie bounced into the conversation."

"Yeah. Now help me find a grenade."

"Okie-dokie-lokie."

"Found one. I think." Celestia called out.

"Lets have a look."

Inspecting the find Miles could identify it as a M67b hand grenade (picture of grenade).

"Yes. This is a grenade. It is a M67b hand grenade."

"How do you know what type it is? Do you use them?"

"Nope. It says on the side right here."

"Oh. So it does."

"ALRIGHT! Everybody outside."

"Why do you need to go outside?"

"This is powerful. I'm not doing it indoors."

"Very well."

As the group gathered outside the training cadets and patrolling guards could easily see what was going on.

"Miles."

"Yes Luna?"

"We can be seen by the cadets. Are you sure we should do it here?"

"This area is big and open and if they see it the worst that will happen is one or two might become afraid of small ball shaped objects. And if they see this they will know what humans are capable of."

"Fine. But any injury is on your accord and your responsibility."

"Thats ok with me. And just to let you know if there are any more of these I will be keeping one with me at school."

"We will see. I will not endanger other ponies."

"Fine. Now get back because this is going to be loud and powerful."

The group stepped back as the scientists recorded what was going on. In the distance the cadets and the trainers could be seen gathering at the edge of the grounds to get a better look at what was happening. Miles slid his finger through the pin and pulled it out but keeping the handle closed. Taking account for the wind Miles through it with all his strength for it to land only a few meters away.

"Shit! RUN!"

*KABOOM*

The grenade exploded launching Miles into the air flying backwards into a yellow shield barrier Celestia had raised with shrapnel sticking into most of it.

"MILES!" Pinkie and Fluttershy panicked.

"Ow that fucking hurt. Make a softer shield next time will you."

"Miles, stay calm." Celestia spoke softly.

"Why?"

Miles looked up and saw a piece of shrapnel lodged into his forehead. "Why aren't I feeling the pain from having metal in my brain?"

"My science degree is in engineering but I know a little about medical science."

"Can you remove it for me?"

"Yes and no. I can but it would need to be bandaged up. And the reason you don't feel it is because you're in shock and adrenaline is kicking in."

"Well, remove it please."

"We need a medical kit."

"Rainbow. You're the fastest flyer in Equestria. Go get me one please."

"No problem!" With a quick salute only a cloud of dust remained.

"Right. From the look of it I'm guessing it isn't that far into your skull and will only need a small bandage and some time to heal. Just get it checked out when we're done."

"I'm back!"

"That was quick."

"I told you. I'm the fastest there is."

"Right. Hold still Miles. This won't hurt a bit." The scientist reassured him. "All I'm going to do is gently pullitoutofyourheadveryfastandhopethepaindoesn'tlasttoolong."

"AAAHH! WHY?!"

"Look. You are ok now and are bandaged up. It was over quick."

"You sir are an ass."

"Thats not very nice."

"Neither is ripping things out of someone's head."

"Fair enough. Now that has been documented we should go back inside and see what else there is."

"Actually, I'm going to head home and get some rest. I feel very tired all of a sudden. We can finish this tomorrow."

"We'll walk you home and make sure you get there." Pinkie and Fluttershy walked up beside Miles.

"Night you lot. even though its only four in the afternoon."

"Miles, tomorrow morning there will be a carriage waiting for you at eight AM. Be ready for school." Celestia shouted after them.

"Thank you." Miles shouted back. "Sorry about not spending the evening with you two. I don't feel too well."

"Its ok. We're just glad you aren't dead. That would be awful."

"We can stay at yours tonight. Spend time together there."

"Thanks."

One journey home and it  is already five in the afternoon. Much to the delight of the two mares.

"Ooh ooh. We can watch the sunset together in an hour. But what to do until then? We can play a game."

"I'm going to bed. I feel crap. You two can stay if you want."

"Are you really asking us that and we haven't been on a single date yet?"

"I didn't mean it like that." Miles blushed.

"I know. I'm just joking with you. But we can stay overnight and keep an eye on you"

"Well, there isn't much to do. I think there is a chess set in the cupboard but thats it."

"Oh well. We'll find something to do. But you need to go to bed and rest. It is a big day tomorrow."

"Fine. But let me read the letter Celestia sent me."

"Tomorrow. Now go to sleep." Fluttershy ordered.

"Ok. I'm setting an alarm for seven so I can get breakfast and get a wash."

"Good. Now we will be down here if you need us. We will be sleeping downstairs."

"Ok then. Night lovelies."

"Night honey."

"Night snoopkins."