Snowflake Shine: A New Beginning

"I'll go look who it is," Pearl said as she hurried towards the front door. I nodded and retreated to my seat. I eventually heard hoofsteps reaching the library.

When the door opened, I turned to see who was there. "Snowflake! It's wonderful to see you, sweetheart!" Miss Kind greeted me as I rose from my chair. I displayed a glittering smile and shook her hoof. "Likewise Miss Kind!" I answered. She chuckled and shook her head as she looked at me. "I'm confident my niece took good care of you. Or has she reverted directly to her silly stories?" Miss Kind turned to face Pearl, who was now gazing at her.

"Oh no Miss. She took me to the utmost in hospitality! I appreciate her, and she also creates excellent tea!" I notified her. Pearl sent me a wink. "Well, I did teach her how to make tea, haha!" Miss Kind chuckled. Pearl moved forward and grabbed her Aunt's handbag. "I'll go put this away for you, auntie, and you remain with Snowflake." She commented. Miss Kind gave her a nod before walking over to the chairs. "Please take a seat, Snowflake..." I did as she said and sat in the chair.

"How are you finding Manehattan, dear?" Miss Kind enquired. I hesitated for a moment, then realised why I had come to her cottage in the first place. "Actually, Miss Kind... I had originally come to ask about the whereabouts of town. Or perhaps somewhere worthwhile observing; I've never been to this part of city before. I was hoping you'd recommend some destinations for me to attend" I stated her. Miss Kind chuckled at me before getting up and walking over to some bookcases. She selected a book and brought it on the table in front of me. Miss Kind brought out a tiny map concealed inside the book. "This is a little map of Manehattan. If you want to go adventuring, here is the map to use" She slipped it in my hoof.

"Miss Kind, thank you very much! I promise to return this map to you in perfect condition," I made a commitment to her and then got up from my seat. She did the same and came over to hug me. "A word of caution, dearie. Ponies in this location are vicious and incompetent of remembering their etiquette. Also, and I mean this with no disrespect to you, Snowflake. You have an unique personality, a distinct way of speaking, and diverse actions. Of course, this isn't horrible; in fact, I think it's very spectacular. Other ponies in this city, however, will not, so please be vigilant," Miss Kind described it all to me.

"Please don't worry Miss, I swear I'll be as attentive as ever," I said as I departed the library and made my way to the kitchen. I also had to bid farewell to Pearl. As I went in, I noticed Pearl wiping down the counter with a damp wipe. She flashed me a vibrant, loving grin as she peered at me. "Do you require assistance, Pearl?" I asked.

"No need! I'm almost done anyways, so I was thinking we might just go shopping," she said to me, I stroked my hoof into my mane, trying to come up with a way to notify her I was departing.

"I'd like to, Pearl. To be honest, you're a wonderful friend of mine, and I cherish, respect, and honour everything you've done for me. But I can't stay; I have to leave immediately now." I told it all to her. She laughed uproariously at me, as if she thought I was insane for saying this. "Dear Snowflake! You now live down the street, and we can come whenever we want!" Pearl cracked up laughing.

"I know, but I'll be gone for a few days as well, looking to learn everything there is to know about Manehattan." I notified her. She then glanced at me, her eyes were wide with worry. "I really wanted to spend time with you, but I'll be there for you whenever you need me. Please know that Auntie and I will always be present to you" Pearl approached me and hugged me. I embraced her back tightly. Then I left the front door and returned my gaze to the home before traveling down the street.