Naked Emotionsby ApplefaiChaptersA Full Life but an Empty HeartFlashed On ArrivalQuestions and Naked AnswersRising DilemmasA Confession over DinnerSettling InA Full Life but an Empty HeartAstral Twister lives a life of luxury in Canterlot with his parents, he wears the finest clothes while attending the finest schools. His diet consists of the finest foods and the finest drinks. Day by day he goes through life, attending school, chatting with his close friends. He even makes appearances at gatherings with his family who contribute to the study of space and weather with donations and the university they founded. . Astral is pretty much set for life, never having to work a day in his life he is free to sit in the lap of luxury thanks to his family's university, he will inherit the riches when he takes over as headmaster of the school. Astral does appreciate his life, his parents raised him well and he could have everything he ever wanted, but a hollow feeling resides within his heart, he loves his life, but he feels unfulfilled. His friends talk about how their dads bought them the latest model of a chariot, Astral even got one but almost never drives it. This feeling nags at him constantly as he goes through his day to day life, he desperately looks inside himself for an answer, he even tries going for a drive in the chariot his dad got him, but he doesn’t feel right driving it, so when he returns home he puts the chariot in the garage and keeps the keys on the hanger. One day while out at a café, he had bought a sandwich and was about to enjoy it when he saw a homeless stallion on the corner, his back was against the wall and he had a blanket draped over his shoulders. Getting up from his table he walks over to the homeless stallion and hands him the sandwich. “Here you go, sir. You need this more than I do.” Astral said as the stallion shakily grabbed the sandwich with tears in his eyes. “T-thank you, mister.” the stallion said as he unwrapped the food, it was still warm and fresh. He bit into it and started to cry softly. Astral smiled as he watched him, “You’re welcome, sir.” he said as he reached into his pocket and pulled out his wallet, he proceeded to pull out fifty bits and gave them to the stallion. “Here, I know it’s not much, but I hope it helps.” he said as he tossed the bits in a small box that rested in front of him. The homeless pony looked down and smiled. “Thank you, son. You brought a smile to this stallion’s face and warmed his heart.” The stallion said as he finished the sandwich. “You’re welcome. I’m just glad to help in some way.” Astral said as he took the empty sandwich wrapper and threw it away for him. Astral waved goodbye as he witnessed other patrons following suit, he then turned and walked away, a revelation coming into his mind as he started thinking to himself. ‘That felt good, I made a difference and a community is now pitching into help. I watched that stallion beg for food the whole time I was there and no pony stopped to help him. Perhaps that’s what I long for, a community that helps its fellow ponies.’ Astral thought to himself as he walked back home. Upon arriving home Astral looked at his living room, clean furniture, a flatscreen tv, even the kitchen was filled with luxuries and the feeling of emptiness soon came flooding back into his heart. Astral climbed the stairs into his room and looked at an atlas he owned to study the locations of Equestria and their weather patterns for his inevitable claim to his family’s legacy. There he found a small town called Ponyville and decided to venture there, hoping to find a sense of community. The next few weeks, Astral packed for what he believed to be a six month-long pilgrimage. He packed enough clothes to last him for the trip and put back one-thousand bits to get him by until he finds employment, when his parents came into his room he simple told them what he was doing, respecting that he was his own pony and he desperately needed this, they gave him their blessings and wished him luck, they even admitted they too wish for other ponies to help, but they already know that if they leave they won’t be able to do it themselves. When Astral told them what he did for his fellow pony and that he saw others, they were skeptical about those who followed after Astral had given the pony food. Knowing that most would just be charitable to have good publicity for them, but they could feel Astral was genuine. The day of Astral’s departure came quickly, standing at the station, Astral hugged his parents goodbye. “Don’t worry, I’ll be back in six months. I know I will inherit the business and…..” Before Astral could utter another word his father gently put his hand up to his mouth. “Don't worry, about that son, take all the time you need and, your mother and I were talking last night. If you do not wish to take over the business, I will understand.” “But what about keeping the business in the family?” Astral asked, shocked at his father’s words. “I’ll handle that, might give it to a family friend.” his father said as the train pulled into the station. “But they won’t be family.” Astral said as he began to board, waving his parents goodbye. His father chuckled and as the train doors closed he spoke. “Oh, yes they will be.” he said leaving Astral to wonder what he meant as he took his seat. As the train travels, the words of his father reverberate through his mind. ‘What did he mean that the friend would be family?’ Astral thought to himself as he slowly started to doze off, the vibrations of the train rocking him to sleep as he began his journey of self-discovery. Flashed On ArrivalThe train stops at its destination as Astral wakes up. He grabs his luggage from the overhead rack and exits the train. Before he could even take a step off the platform he is greeted by a bubbly voice. “Hi, welcome to Ponyville. You must be new here and that means I got to throw you a party.” the vice said. Turning around, Astral blushed at what he saw. Standing before him was a pink mare stark naked, her perky, plump breasts sticking out, she had a little pudge to her figure, but not fat by any means, and her bathing suit area was clean shaven and on full display. Turning around quickly so as not to stare he covers eyes. “Yes, miss. I just moved here to stay for six months.” He answered her question as he tried to walk. The pink pony giggled as he tried to take a step forward, only taking a minuscule step as not to trip. “No, need to be embarrassed, it’s ok to look, we’re a nudist town.” the peppy pony said as she grabbed his arm to help steady him. Opening his eyes, Astral looked around to see countless other ponies walking around in nothing but their birthday suits. He notices a group of colts and fillies still dressed up and what he could only assume to be their teacher dressed in a silk dress. “But what about them?” the stunned unicorn asked as he tried his best to hide his blush. Looking towards the students and the teacher the earth pony smiled. “Oh, young ones still have to wear clothes until the age of eighteen and those who work with children have to wear clothes while on the clock. By the way my name is Pinkie Pie, what’s yours?” The pink pony introduced herself and extended her hand for a handshake. Astral reached out and grabbed her hand, he was met with a firm grip from her as she shook his hand. “My name is Astral Twister, miss.” he replied with a formal tone, only making the peppy pink pony chuckle. “You can just call me Pinkie,” she replied as she let go of his hand. Taking his bags into his grip, Astral started walking to see if there were any hotels or motels around, his luck didn’t pan out as he saw no such place in the small town. Going to what he assumed to be a bakery, he stopped at Sugarcube Corner to take a break for a bit. Upon entering the shop he was greeted by a cheerful voice, looking at the direction of the voice he blushed slightly at what he saw. A blue mare manned the register, her pink hair styled like the swirl of a cupcake. Her breasts could be seen from the sides of her apron as she stood there ready to take his order. “My name is Mrs. Cake, What would you like, dearie?” she asked as he approached the counter. Nervous as he was, Astral browsed the menu and ordered a blueberry muffin and a black coffee. “Alright dearie that’ll be ten bits” Mrs. Cake said as she took the bit and placed them in the register. After ringing the order bell another pony came out, his apron hung loose but still covered most of him as he put a cup and a bag on the counter. “Here you go young man, and please come again. He said before going back into the kitchen. Astral thanked the cashier and took his order, sitting down at a table he began eating his muffin thinking on what to do. As he ate, he couldn’t help but to overhear a conversation going on behind him. “So you find a new farmhand yet, AJ?” a raspy voice asked. “Nah, not yet, Rainbow.” another voice replied and caught the attention of Astral. Turning around he saw two mares sitting at a table and drinking coffee. Astral had to force himself to talk due to being so nervous. “Pardon me, miss?” The orange pony turned around. “Oh you can call me Applejack sugar, and what may I help you with?” She asked Astral blushed seeing her plump breasts, but taking a deep breath he spoke, “I heard you were looking for a farmhand, I may only be here for six months, but I need some employment while I’m here and a place to sleep.” Astral said as Applejack smiled. “Ya don't’ look like ya know much about farmin’ but you got the job, I could teach ya a thing or two, but if ya don’t mind me askin’, what brought ya here?” the farm pony asked as Astral blushed. “I just felt empty, my whole life I had a silver spoon in my mouth that I feel lost on what life means.” He answers. With a grin Applejack patted his back, “Well then looks like we will both benefit, Ya got the job. I’ll take you down to Sweet Apple Acres here in a bit.” the farm pony said as she drank her coffee. After drinking her coffee, Applejack got up from her table. “Well RD, I hate to eat and run, but I got to get this feller here to the farm and brief him on his duties.” Applejack said as Astral blushed seeing her full form, her plump breasts jutted out and her abs stood firm with a six pack, her hat rested on her head the only thing she wore. Breaking his silence, Astral spoke up to ask a simple question. “Pardon me, Applejack, but why do you wear a hat if this is a nudist town? And why are the bakers wearing aprons if this is a nudist town?” he asked with idle curiosity. Applejack chuckled to herself as she threw a hand onto Astral’s shoulder, Astral blushed at seeing how Applejack was taller than him by about a foot, but he listened wholeheartedly. “Ya see sugarcube, mah hat is an accessory so it hardly counts as clothes, as for why the Cakes wear aprons is simple, no pony wants stray pubes in their baked goods or other things that comes from down there, so it’s basically a health thing, but off the clock whoa nelly.” Applejack said bluntly as explained while Rainbow tried to hold in her laughter. Astral looked down, feeling ashamed he didn’t think of that. “Oh, that actually makes sense.” he said as he finished his muffin, the two then set off for Sweet Apple Acres to start the briefing. Questions and Naked AnswersA few months have passed since Astral started working on the farm. He does his chores and once they’re done he usually goes into town. He has started to forgo his shirt and goes into town bare chested, most of the pony commend him while others say he doesn’t have to if he’s still uncomfortable. Astral merely nods at any response as he goes about his business. One night at Sweet Apple Acres, sleep eludes Astral forcing him to get up out of bed and take a walk in the orchard. There he comes across a lone tree overlooking the entire orchard with a nice view of the open sky to accommodate it. As Astral sits, alone in his thoughts, he starts to wonder to himself. ‘I feel at home here, though I love my folks and friends up in Canterlot, here I feel more at peace, the ponies here care for one another unconditionally,’ He thought to himself as he looked at the night stars. The slight sound of a twig snapping underfoot caused him to turn his head only to see Applejack approaching him. “Hey there,sugarcube, can’t sleep?” she asked as she sat down beside him, her muscles flexing as she bent down. “Yeah, you could say that,” Astral replied, smiling sheepishly as Applejack sat beside him. Handing him an apple, the orange mare smiled, “Penny for your thoughts,” Applejack asked as she smiled. Smiling and looking up at the sky, Astral chuckled to himself as he looked at the apple she had handed him. “I’m just thinking, I came here just a few short months ago and it seems like it’ll be no time at all before my six month pilgrimage ends,” Astral said as Applejack listened closely. “May I ask you somethin’ if ya don’t mind?” the farm pony asked with a curious tone. “Sure, what is it?” Astral replied as he took a bite of the apple, the juices squirting out as the firm skin crunched beneath his teeth. “Why did you come to Ponyville,” she asked as she stared at her farmhand. Before answering, Astral finished his mouthful and then spoke. “I just felt empty in Canterlot, I was raised with a silverspoon in my mouth so I never had to work a day in my life. My parents run an elite school that advances the study of the weather and the cosmos, a school I am destined to inherit. It’s a full life but I felt empty, we had servants that would cook and clean for us, we treated them with respect mind you, but it just seemed off to me,” Astral said as Applejack hung on every word. “But, what made you decide to move here?” she asked as Astral smiled. “That would be when I gave my meal and some money to a homeless pony, he seemed so grateful that it made me feel good, when I was walking away I seen others following suit, I felt like I made a difference and was finally part of a community, but I also know not everypony in Canterlot would be so kind, so I decided to go on a self-imposed pilgrimage, looking at an atlas I found this place, and I must say, I love it here,” Astral continued, taking a pause. “So much so that I don’t want to leave,” Astral said smiling as he remembered the day and recounted the events to Applejack Applejack smiled as he finished.”That was a sweet thing you did, but no matter where you go there will always be those who only care about status,” she said as she looked out over the orchard. “But I haven't seen any here,” Astral said as Applejack smiled. “Then ya haven’t met the wicked witch of the school board, Mrs. Spoiled Rich,” Applejack said, giggling at the nickname. “Oh,” with dropped ears, that was Astral’s only reply “I’m guessin’ you know her,” Applejack asked as Astral nodded. “Mother and father would occasionally meet her at gatherings, they put on a decent face, but we all didn’t like her as much,” he replied. “Nopony does really,” she replied as she got up and stretched. “Well I hope you don’t stay up too late,” she said as she started to walk off. “There is one more important thing that I want to stay for,” Astral said, causing Applejack to turn around. “What would that be?” the orange mare replied as Astral blushed. “Well, it’s more of a who,” he replied as he looked down. Looking back up he took a deep breath. “It’s you, I like you, Applejack and was wondering if you would like to, maybe catch a movie after we finish our work on the farm,” Astral asked as Applejack blushed, Clasping her hands to her chest, Applejack blushed. “I’d love to,” she replied with a tear in her eye. Astral then got up and walked over. “Thanks for the talk, it really helped,” Astral said as he gave Applejack a quick peck on the cheek. The two then grabbed each other's hand and made their way back to the barn, sleep threatening to overtake them as they walked hand in hand. Once inside, Astral helped Applejack into her room when she suddenly wrapped her arms around him and planted her lips firmly onto his. Astral, though taken by surprise, soon embraced the kiss as he held her closer to his body; he had been sleeping in his pants so the only skin she touched was on his upper torso, her breasts pressed against his chest as they kissed passionately. Breaking the kiss, Applejack looked at Astral fondly, her emerald green eyes sparkling with admiration. “I was hoping you felt the same way, I also developed feelings for you, but with you being of the upper class, I kinda thought you’d prefer somepony of the same status,” the orange mare admitted as she blushed. Astral then gingerly stroked Applejack’s cheek as he kissed her again, looking deep into her eyes he soon spoke. “I’m not like that, I’m more like Fancy Pants who adores the working class, because they are the backbone of Equestria and hold an even more important role,” He said causing her to bless more as they continued to kiss taking it to bed before finally succumbing to the siren’s song of sleep. Rising DilemmasA few days have passed since Applejack and Astral had slept together. Though Applejack did care for him, she felt a bit ashamed for coming onto him so strongly. Astral reassured her that it was ok and that it was in the heat of passion, though he knew they didn't do anything, he too felt ashamed. True he was hired by Applejack, but the real head of the household was Granny Smith. Somehow he felt like he betrayed her trust. While lying on a table, getting a massage from the masseuse, he thinks about that night, how Applejack's breasts pressed up against his bare chest, how her lips danced on his, he sighed as he felt himself lift slightly only to realize in horror what it was. "Alright, you can turn over now, darling," the masseuse said as Astral blessed. "Ok, just give me a minute," Astral said as he tried to calm down, to force his cock back into its sheath. "Do you have some ice water," Astral asked in desperation as he tried to avoid flashing his rod. "Darling, it's ok. I've seen them before," the masseuse said as she helped Astral turn around, though he was still hesitant. "Maybe it would relax you if you knew my name, I'm Aloe," the spa pony said as she starts massaging Astral's head Blushing from how nonchalant his masseuse was, Astral found himself relaxing a bit as he tried to carry out the conversation. “I’m Astral,” he replied as she massaged his temples gently. As Aloe massaged his temples, Astral tried to hide his erection with a towel, only to have a tent stick out. “I know you might not know, but how do you deal with situations like these,” Astral asked as he lay still on the table. “Some of them sneak behind a building to burp the worm, but most the time they just deal with it, they can’t really control it and we know it’s not personal, so we don’t make a big fuss unless they start coming on to us, the same goes for mares, we get wet in public, but unless we direct it to somepony in hopes of getting lucky, we don’t sweat it,” Aloe answered, her being direct causing Astral to blush as she helps him sit up. “There you go, darling, the massage is over, and your appointment sys you paid for a massage and a shvitz. Follow me darling, the steam room is this way,” Aloe said as she led Astral to the steam room. Handing him a towel, she opened the door, the steam blasting him and making him sweat. “This is one of the rooms stallions use as well to satisfy their urges, we thoroughly clean them after each use so feel free to go wild if you so wish,” Aloe said as she shut the door and left him alone. While alone, Astral thought, though he hadn't been here long he knew what she meant by burping the worm, though he hadn't done it before. He chooses to just relax and enjoy the steam room, closing his eyes and allowing his mind to wander. Though he doesn’t feel comfortable going completely nude unless he has to, he does enjoy this town, he spends most of his time on the farm, but when he does get free time he indulges in his hobby of star gazing, though it’s mainly at night. On some days, he will go to one of the local cafés and chew the fat with some of the patrons or the baristas. He does enjoy the interactions he has and has made a few acquaintances. He juggles the thought of him moving here, but does wonder if that’ll upset his parents, maybe he could invite them over for dinner sometime or even bring Applejack to his place for a visit. The timer for his time in the steam room goes off, indicating that he has to get out, stepping out of the steam room, Astral takes a deep breath and sighs as he steps into a dressing room and gets his clothes back on. Paying his bill, he bids the spa ponies good day and steps out. The day is a brisk fall day and the air gives his bare chest a chill, but not enough to make him uncomfortable, he then starts to think on how the ponies around here keep warm during the winter months. He makes his way back to the farm, where he sees Applejack putting up the last basket of apples. “Hey, Applejack,” Astral called out as he met her near the barn. “Oh, hey, Astral,” Applejack replied, her voice low and still filled with guilt. Looking back up at Astral the orange farm pony sighed. “I think we should tell Granny what happened a few days ago,” Applejack said. Astral nodded his head and grabbed Applejack’s hand. “If that is what you want, I understand,” Astral replied, knowing that Applejack values honesty above all else. “It is, but I’ll tell her that it was mostly me,” Applejack said as Astral comforted her. Hours pass until Astral and Applejack get a moment alone to talk to Granny, gulping a bit Applejack told her about what had happened a few nights ago. Upon hearing this Granny was shocked, he had no idea how frisky Applejack could get, but instead of anger, Granny just commended her for being honest and telling her, she was overjoyed to hear that nothing happened, but explained to Applejack that if anything did, she would still be loved and that she shouldn’t be afraid to tell her. Applejack sighed in relief as the weight she had been carrying had been lifted. “So you feel better now,” Astral asked, getting a nod from Applejack. “That’s good,” Astral said as he scratched the back of his head, “Applejack, I do want to ask you something,” “What is it sugarcube,” Applejack asked as she gazed at Astral. “I am considering on moving here, but I want my parents to meet you first, so I was thinking, would you consider coming with me to Canterlot to have dinner or I can invite them down here,” Astral asked. Applejack smiled, ‘’I’m ok with either or, I do have clothes for occasions, but I’ll let you handle that, I’m sure Granny Smith won’t mind,” the orange pony replied as she nuzzled her head on Astral’s bare chest. A Confession over DinnerDays passed as Astral worked out arrangements to have his parents over for dinner, though Granny Smith was more than happy to cook, Astral had told her not to worry and that he would take Applejack to meet his folks at a local restaurant here in Ponyville. The night of the dinner arrived quicker than imagined, Astral was already ready, by which he only had on a fannypack so he could carry his wallet, Applejack on the other hand was taking out her special occasion dress and pleading with Astral to put something on. “Astral, please. Yer parents are from Canterlot, I want to make a good impression,” Applejack said as she began to put on her bra. Astral walks into her room and places a hand on her shoulder. “Applejack, leave the clothes off, that’s why I invited them here, because Canterlot will require clothes, it’s ok if they make a fuss I’ll ask them to leave,” Astral said as he unhooked her bra and tossed it to the side. After getting ready the two lovebirds hightailed it to the train station where the train from Canterlot was just arriving, the train screeched to a stop as the whistle blew to let the passengers know they could get off. Astral skimmed through the crowd,surprised to see a few ponies had come nude, such as Jet Set and Upper Crust, less surprising was seeing Fancy Pants. Finally he saw his Parents exit the caboose, dressed in a formal black attire. ‘Mom, Dad,” he called out as he waved them over. The shocked look on their faces said it all, they were not expecting to see him in his birthday suit. “Astral, you’re….ummmm, you’re looking good,” his father said, tripping over his words as he couldn’t help but to stare at the naked ponies walking around. “You didn’t tell us this was a nudist town,” his mother said, her voice void of criticism. “I know,” Astral replied as he hugged them both. Applejack stood there nervously as she waited to be addressed, Astral’s dad saw her and smiled. “Are you gonna introduce us to your friend, son,” his father asked as he broke the hug. “Right. Mom, dad, this is my girlfriend, Applejack,” Astral said as he introduced them to each other. "It's a pleasure to meet you both, your son as been a real help on the farm," Applejack said as she shook his father's hand "Pleasure's our’s," his father replied, as he let go. "That's quite a grip there, a real professional handshake." He complimented, making Applejack blush. “Thank you sir,” Applejack replied as she took her hand back, her heart pounding in her chest about what they might think of the town. “Please, call me Nova,” Astral’s dad replied as he took his hand back. “And you may call me Radiant,” Astral’s mother interjected. Applejack nodded, “Ok, it’s nice to meet y’all, so what do you think of Ponyville?” Applejack asked, her heart pounding with anxiety. Looking around the town, Astral’s parents smiled. “It’s a nice little town, but I do wish Astral would have mentioned that it was a nudist town,” Radiant replied as Astral blushed. “Sorry,” Astral replied with a sheepish chuckle, “I didn’t think you’d come if you two knew,” Astral explained. “We are taken back, but it is ok, we weren’t expecting it is all,” Nova assured as he looked at Applejack. “It’s a fine town, all the ponies look friendly and I’m sure you all are real pleasant,” Nova complimented the town, allowing Applejack to breathe a sigh of relief. After introductions were out of the way, the four headed to a local restaurant and sat at the table, several ponies stared, but not out of malice, but were surprised how casual ponies with clothes were being given the fact that not every settlement in Equestria were nudist. After ordering and getting some wine, Nova broke the silence. “So how is your journey of self-discovery going, son,” he asked as he sipped his wine. Looking up at his father, Astral started to feel nervous, but continued. “That’s actually what I wanted to talk to you about, I’ve decided I want to move here,” Astral said, causing his father to put down his wine glass in a serious manner. “I see, and is that what you really want?” Nova asked, wiping his mouth. Astral gulped but remained firm, “Yes, I’ve fallen in love with Applejack and I want to be with her, the town and community here also comfort me so I think I finally found what I was looking for, I’m sorry if I can’t uphold our legacy,” Astral said as he hung his head. A moment of silence passed before Astral felt a tender hand on his shoulder. “Astral, you don’t have to feel obligated to take over the school, I can always pass the torch to my friend Cluster,” Nova said, causing confusion to spread on Astral’s face. “But, he’s just a friend, I thought you wanted a blood family member to take over,” he asked as his dad smiled warmly. “I did, but Cluster feels like family, you remember how you used to call him uncle,” his dad asked, causing Astral to reflect on the past. “I do, but…’” Astral began to say before his dad stopped him. “But nothing, your happiness means more to me and your mother more than anything, and we want to see you happy,” Nova said as he finished his wine. “Thank you, dad,” Astral said with tears filling his eyes. The rest of the night passed by smoothly, after dinner, Astral showed his parents around the town, even paying for them to get a massage before they had to leave. At the train station, Astral and Applejack saw his parents off, waving goodbye as they boarded the train. “This was an interesting night, son. We have to do it again sometime,” Nova said as he hugged his son. “Maybe you two can come down to our place that time, we can show ya some good down home cookin’,” Applejack said as Nova broke the hug. “That sounds great, I can make my famous crème brûlée,” Radiant replied as she picked up the bags. “Oh, that won’t be necessary,” Applejack protested politely. “Oh, I insist, I just want to contribute,” Radiant said as she boarded the train followed by Nova. Astral and Applejack waved them off as the train chugged out of sight, leaving them on the platform as they started to walk home. Settling InAstral hauls in the last of his boxes, wiping his brow as he sweats bullets, he pays the movers a hefty sum of bits as thanks as he starts his new life in Ponyville. He carefully opens a box and takes out his books and places them on a bookshelf he had brought. Most of his belongings consisted of stationary but he had a few mugs to use. After unpacking all that he had brought with him he took out a pen and paper to jot down what he needed to get, his job as a farmhand had paid him well, and though he wouldn't be living with the Apples, he decided to keep working for them until he is firmly settled. Taking a deep breath, Astral looks around his new home as his heart pounds in his chest at the excitement and anxiety at living on his own. Aside from the books, Astral’s new place was rather empty, no furniture or luxuries like tv, or even cooking equipment, just bare cupboards and closets. Astra sighs as he takes out his money bag and sees how many bits he has, fortunately, he has enough to get a bed and so runs into town to buy one. After purchasing his bed, he returns to his house and starts moving in the bed, using his magic to carry the heavy furnishing into what would soon be his room. He gingerly places the bed down and wipes the sweat from his head as he smiles, ‘I can now let the Apples know that I’ll just commute,’ He thinks to himself as he puts the receipt for the bed in one of his books. Astral spent the rest of the day roaming around town, though he had been here for six months, he only knew of a few places, thankfully he was able to find the bed store, its sign being his only beacon. He stops at Sugarcube corner and orders a blueberry muffin and black coffee. As he sits down he thinks about what to do now that he is a local, ‘I could turn my home into an observatory, or maybe even build one with the mayor’s permission, I could even charge admission so I can make money on the side,’ he thought to himself as he drank his coffee. After thinking about it, he decided to put it on the back burner for now. He starts to walk back home when he sees a crowd of ponies cheering. Feeling curious, he approaches the crowd, finding Applejack in the mass and stands next to her. “Ummm, Applejack,” Astral spoke, alerting Applejack to his presence. “Oh, hey, Astral, did ya get moved in ok,” she asked as she continued to look ahead of her. Astral looked to where she was staring only to see a bonfire blazing. “W-what’s going on,” Astral asked, confused at the whole display. “A pony turned eighteen, when that happens the whole town comes together for a bonfire where the guest of honor burns all of their everyday clothes,” Applejack replied as Astral looked on. ‘So that’s what Rarity meant by burning them,’ he thought to himself as he watched a young stallion throw his clothes into the raging fire. The clothes almost instantly incinerate as the fire blazes, ponies with extinguishers stand on standby if it gets out of control. Astral starts to contemplate on whether or not he should burn some of his clothes, but ultimately decides against it just so he would have some just in case, besides, he didn’t bring any clothes with him except the clothes he brought for the six months which now just sit in his house gathering dust. He watches as the young stallion burns the amount of clothes of his choosing, the ponies cheered for him as they watched the clothes burn. Astral could see Rarity in the crowd, he knew that on the inside she harbored a little sadness, but remained naked and happy all the same. After the rite had ended, everypony went home, celebrating the liberation of another pony. Astral on the other hand went to Sweet Apple Acres and informed them that he no longer needed board, but was going to commute from his place. After he had told the Apples of his decision, he started to walk home when Applejack stopped him. “Wait there, sugarcube, why don’t we celebrate your move to Ponyville by goin’ on a date,” Applejack asked, making Astral blush. “I would like that,” Astral replied as he went off returning home. The rest of the day seemed to fly by as Astral waits to pick up Applejack for their date, he picks her up and the two head out, ready to be a real couple. “So, what would you like to do,” Astral asked unsure on where to go, the downside of being in a small town is that the options are limited. “Hmmm, we could go bowling or see a movie,” Applejack suggested. “Or I could help you get some things for yer new house,” she said as they walked, seeing a range of open shops. “I couldn’t ask you to do that, this should be special,” Astral protested only for Applejack to smile. “Please, I insist, ya need some utensils and other necessities,” she reasoned as Astral finally agreed. The two went from shop to shop, picking out utensils, plates, cups, and even a fridge. Astral carried the items they were buying, Applejack was real helpful in picking out items that didn’t break his bank. The two returned to his house where Astral gently set down the items, releasing them from his magic grasp. “Now then, let’s get you set up,” Applejack said as she helped him unwrap the packaging and opening the boxes the utensils and flatware came in, she helped him make sure there was enough elbow room as she helps him get his kitchen stocked, while he hovers the fridge into place. “Phew, there ya go,” Applejack said as she wiped her brow, Astral blushing at how the sweat made her body shiny. “Thank you, I really appreciate your help,” the unicorn replied as he planted a kiss on Applejack’s cheek. “Once I get food in this place, why don’t you come over for dinner,” Astral asked, making Applejack blush. “I think I will, that can be your way of paying me back for the help, sweet thing,” Applejack said as she kissed him back intending to end their date there. “Actually, I do have a bottle of wine, and you did help me get glasses, why don’t you stay and have a few drinks with me,” Astral asked as he started to pour the wine. Taking a minute to contemplate, Applejack smiled. “I can stay for a glass or two,” she said as she accepted the glass and sat beside him on the floor. As they sat there drinking the wine, Applejack smiled. “This is really good,” she said as she tried to spark up a conversation. “Thank you, this is actually my favorite wine,” Astral replied as his heart pounded in his chest. They sat there for what seemed like hours, drinking the wine until the bottle ran dry. Applejack became more giggly as she got up and stroked Astral’s shoulder. “Come on cowboy, let’s go for a ride,” she said as she dragged him over to her body, making him blush. ‘A-Applejack,” Astral sais stuttering as his cock began to rise, he wanted to buck to, but not like this, he didn’t want to feel like he had take advantage. Applejack just smiled as she spread her legs for him and helped him slide in his cock. “It’s ok, sugarcube, I know you want this and so do I, I can tell you’re a virgin, so let’s end that,” she said as she let Astral take over. Astral started thrusting his hips, his erect cock sliding in and out of Applejack’s wet pussy as they both moaned in unison. The whole ordeal came and went like a flash of lightning, the last thing Astral saw was Applejack’s pleased face as he fell asleep. ******************************************************************************************************* A few days had passed since Astral and Applejack rolled in the hay at his place, he remembers both of them waking up and being shocked at what had happened, they both didn't blame each other, but each encounter after that was awkward. Applejack since then had been acting strange, she seemed to get sick out of nowhere and would be a little irate. On a clear morning, Astral went to check in on Applejack with a bowl of vegan chicken alfredo only to find her in her bathroom with a pink stick with a plus sign on it.
A Full Life but an Empty HeartAstral Twister lives a life of luxury in Canterlot with his parents, he wears the finest clothes while attending the finest schools. His diet consists of the finest foods and the finest drinks. Day by day he goes through life, attending school, chatting with his close friends. He even makes appearances at gatherings with his family who contribute to the study of space and weather with donations and the university they founded. . Astral is pretty much set for life, never having to work a day in his life he is free to sit in the lap of luxury thanks to his family's university, he will inherit the riches when he takes over as headmaster of the school. Astral does appreciate his life, his parents raised him well and he could have everything he ever wanted, but a hollow feeling resides within his heart, he loves his life, but he feels unfulfilled. His friends talk about how their dads bought them the latest model of a chariot, Astral even got one but almost never drives it. This feeling nags at him constantly as he goes through his day to day life, he desperately looks inside himself for an answer, he even tries going for a drive in the chariot his dad got him, but he doesn’t feel right driving it, so when he returns home he puts the chariot in the garage and keeps the keys on the hanger. One day while out at a café, he had bought a sandwich and was about to enjoy it when he saw a homeless stallion on the corner, his back was against the wall and he had a blanket draped over his shoulders. Getting up from his table he walks over to the homeless stallion and hands him the sandwich. “Here you go, sir. You need this more than I do.” Astral said as the stallion shakily grabbed the sandwich with tears in his eyes. “T-thank you, mister.” the stallion said as he unwrapped the food, it was still warm and fresh. He bit into it and started to cry softly. Astral smiled as he watched him, “You’re welcome, sir.” he said as he reached into his pocket and pulled out his wallet, he proceeded to pull out fifty bits and gave them to the stallion. “Here, I know it’s not much, but I hope it helps.” he said as he tossed the bits in a small box that rested in front of him. The homeless pony looked down and smiled. “Thank you, son. You brought a smile to this stallion’s face and warmed his heart.” The stallion said as he finished the sandwich. “You’re welcome. I’m just glad to help in some way.” Astral said as he took the empty sandwich wrapper and threw it away for him. Astral waved goodbye as he witnessed other patrons following suit, he then turned and walked away, a revelation coming into his mind as he started thinking to himself. ‘That felt good, I made a difference and a community is now pitching into help. I watched that stallion beg for food the whole time I was there and no pony stopped to help him. Perhaps that’s what I long for, a community that helps its fellow ponies.’ Astral thought to himself as he walked back home. Upon arriving home Astral looked at his living room, clean furniture, a flatscreen tv, even the kitchen was filled with luxuries and the feeling of emptiness soon came flooding back into his heart. Astral climbed the stairs into his room and looked at an atlas he owned to study the locations of Equestria and their weather patterns for his inevitable claim to his family’s legacy. There he found a small town called Ponyville and decided to venture there, hoping to find a sense of community. The next few weeks, Astral packed for what he believed to be a six month-long pilgrimage. He packed enough clothes to last him for the trip and put back one-thousand bits to get him by until he finds employment, when his parents came into his room he simple told them what he was doing, respecting that he was his own pony and he desperately needed this, they gave him their blessings and wished him luck, they even admitted they too wish for other ponies to help, but they already know that if they leave they won’t be able to do it themselves. When Astral told them what he did for his fellow pony and that he saw others, they were skeptical about those who followed after Astral had given the pony food. Knowing that most would just be charitable to have good publicity for them, but they could feel Astral was genuine. The day of Astral’s departure came quickly, standing at the station, Astral hugged his parents goodbye. “Don’t worry, I’ll be back in six months. I know I will inherit the business and…..” Before Astral could utter another word his father gently put his hand up to his mouth. “Don't worry, about that son, take all the time you need and, your mother and I were talking last night. If you do not wish to take over the business, I will understand.” “But what about keeping the business in the family?” Astral asked, shocked at his father’s words. “I’ll handle that, might give it to a family friend.” his father said as the train pulled into the station. “But they won’t be family.” Astral said as he began to board, waving his parents goodbye. His father chuckled and as the train doors closed he spoke. “Oh, yes they will be.” he said leaving Astral to wonder what he meant as he took his seat. As the train travels, the words of his father reverberate through his mind. ‘What did he mean that the friend would be family?’ Astral thought to himself as he slowly started to doze off, the vibrations of the train rocking him to sleep as he began his journey of self-discovery.
Flashed On ArrivalThe train stops at its destination as Astral wakes up. He grabs his luggage from the overhead rack and exits the train. Before he could even take a step off the platform he is greeted by a bubbly voice. “Hi, welcome to Ponyville. You must be new here and that means I got to throw you a party.” the vice said. Turning around, Astral blushed at what he saw. Standing before him was a pink mare stark naked, her perky, plump breasts sticking out, she had a little pudge to her figure, but not fat by any means, and her bathing suit area was clean shaven and on full display. Turning around quickly so as not to stare he covers eyes. “Yes, miss. I just moved here to stay for six months.” He answered her question as he tried to walk. The pink pony giggled as he tried to take a step forward, only taking a minuscule step as not to trip. “No, need to be embarrassed, it’s ok to look, we’re a nudist town.” the peppy pony said as she grabbed his arm to help steady him. Opening his eyes, Astral looked around to see countless other ponies walking around in nothing but their birthday suits. He notices a group of colts and fillies still dressed up and what he could only assume to be their teacher dressed in a silk dress. “But what about them?” the stunned unicorn asked as he tried his best to hide his blush. Looking towards the students and the teacher the earth pony smiled. “Oh, young ones still have to wear clothes until the age of eighteen and those who work with children have to wear clothes while on the clock. By the way my name is Pinkie Pie, what’s yours?” The pink pony introduced herself and extended her hand for a handshake. Astral reached out and grabbed her hand, he was met with a firm grip from her as she shook his hand. “My name is Astral Twister, miss.” he replied with a formal tone, only making the peppy pink pony chuckle. “You can just call me Pinkie,” she replied as she let go of his hand. Taking his bags into his grip, Astral started walking to see if there were any hotels or motels around, his luck didn’t pan out as he saw no such place in the small town. Going to what he assumed to be a bakery, he stopped at Sugarcube Corner to take a break for a bit. Upon entering the shop he was greeted by a cheerful voice, looking at the direction of the voice he blushed slightly at what he saw. A blue mare manned the register, her pink hair styled like the swirl of a cupcake. Her breasts could be seen from the sides of her apron as she stood there ready to take his order. “My name is Mrs. Cake, What would you like, dearie?” she asked as he approached the counter. Nervous as he was, Astral browsed the menu and ordered a blueberry muffin and a black coffee. “Alright dearie that’ll be ten bits” Mrs. Cake said as she took the bit and placed them in the register. After ringing the order bell another pony came out, his apron hung loose but still covered most of him as he put a cup and a bag on the counter. “Here you go young man, and please come again. He said before going back into the kitchen. Astral thanked the cashier and took his order, sitting down at a table he began eating his muffin thinking on what to do. As he ate, he couldn’t help but to overhear a conversation going on behind him. “So you find a new farmhand yet, AJ?” a raspy voice asked. “Nah, not yet, Rainbow.” another voice replied and caught the attention of Astral. Turning around he saw two mares sitting at a table and drinking coffee. Astral had to force himself to talk due to being so nervous. “Pardon me, miss?” The orange pony turned around. “Oh you can call me Applejack sugar, and what may I help you with?” She asked Astral blushed seeing her plump breasts, but taking a deep breath he spoke, “I heard you were looking for a farmhand, I may only be here for six months, but I need some employment while I’m here and a place to sleep.” Astral said as Applejack smiled. “Ya don't’ look like ya know much about farmin’ but you got the job, I could teach ya a thing or two, but if ya don’t mind me askin’, what brought ya here?” the farm pony asked as Astral blushed. “I just felt empty, my whole life I had a silver spoon in my mouth that I feel lost on what life means.” He answers. With a grin Applejack patted his back, “Well then looks like we will both benefit, Ya got the job. I’ll take you down to Sweet Apple Acres here in a bit.” the farm pony said as she drank her coffee. After drinking her coffee, Applejack got up from her table. “Well RD, I hate to eat and run, but I got to get this feller here to the farm and brief him on his duties.” Applejack said as Astral blushed seeing her full form, her plump breasts jutted out and her abs stood firm with a six pack, her hat rested on her head the only thing she wore. Breaking his silence, Astral spoke up to ask a simple question. “Pardon me, Applejack, but why do you wear a hat if this is a nudist town? And why are the bakers wearing aprons if this is a nudist town?” he asked with idle curiosity. Applejack chuckled to herself as she threw a hand onto Astral’s shoulder, Astral blushed at seeing how Applejack was taller than him by about a foot, but he listened wholeheartedly. “Ya see sugarcube, mah hat is an accessory so it hardly counts as clothes, as for why the Cakes wear aprons is simple, no pony wants stray pubes in their baked goods or other things that comes from down there, so it’s basically a health thing, but off the clock whoa nelly.” Applejack said bluntly as explained while Rainbow tried to hold in her laughter. Astral looked down, feeling ashamed he didn’t think of that. “Oh, that actually makes sense.” he said as he finished his muffin, the two then set off for Sweet Apple Acres to start the briefing.
Questions and Naked AnswersA few months have passed since Astral started working on the farm. He does his chores and once they’re done he usually goes into town. He has started to forgo his shirt and goes into town bare chested, most of the pony commend him while others say he doesn’t have to if he’s still uncomfortable. Astral merely nods at any response as he goes about his business. One night at Sweet Apple Acres, sleep eludes Astral forcing him to get up out of bed and take a walk in the orchard. There he comes across a lone tree overlooking the entire orchard with a nice view of the open sky to accommodate it. As Astral sits, alone in his thoughts, he starts to wonder to himself. ‘I feel at home here, though I love my folks and friends up in Canterlot, here I feel more at peace, the ponies here care for one another unconditionally,’ He thought to himself as he looked at the night stars. The slight sound of a twig snapping underfoot caused him to turn his head only to see Applejack approaching him. “Hey there,sugarcube, can’t sleep?” she asked as she sat down beside him, her muscles flexing as she bent down. “Yeah, you could say that,” Astral replied, smiling sheepishly as Applejack sat beside him. Handing him an apple, the orange mare smiled, “Penny for your thoughts,” Applejack asked as she smiled. Smiling and looking up at the sky, Astral chuckled to himself as he looked at the apple she had handed him. “I’m just thinking, I came here just a few short months ago and it seems like it’ll be no time at all before my six month pilgrimage ends,” Astral said as Applejack listened closely. “May I ask you somethin’ if ya don’t mind?” the farm pony asked with a curious tone. “Sure, what is it?” Astral replied as he took a bite of the apple, the juices squirting out as the firm skin crunched beneath his teeth. “Why did you come to Ponyville,” she asked as she stared at her farmhand. Before answering, Astral finished his mouthful and then spoke. “I just felt empty in Canterlot, I was raised with a silverspoon in my mouth so I never had to work a day in my life. My parents run an elite school that advances the study of the weather and the cosmos, a school I am destined to inherit. It’s a full life but I felt empty, we had servants that would cook and clean for us, we treated them with respect mind you, but it just seemed off to me,” Astral said as Applejack hung on every word. “But, what made you decide to move here?” she asked as Astral smiled. “That would be when I gave my meal and some money to a homeless pony, he seemed so grateful that it made me feel good, when I was walking away I seen others following suit, I felt like I made a difference and was finally part of a community, but I also know not everypony in Canterlot would be so kind, so I decided to go on a self-imposed pilgrimage, looking at an atlas I found this place, and I must say, I love it here,” Astral continued, taking a pause. “So much so that I don’t want to leave,” Astral said smiling as he remembered the day and recounted the events to Applejack Applejack smiled as he finished.”That was a sweet thing you did, but no matter where you go there will always be those who only care about status,” she said as she looked out over the orchard. “But I haven't seen any here,” Astral said as Applejack smiled. “Then ya haven’t met the wicked witch of the school board, Mrs. Spoiled Rich,” Applejack said, giggling at the nickname. “Oh,” with dropped ears, that was Astral’s only reply “I’m guessin’ you know her,” Applejack asked as Astral nodded. “Mother and father would occasionally meet her at gatherings, they put on a decent face, but we all didn’t like her as much,” he replied. “Nopony does really,” she replied as she got up and stretched. “Well I hope you don’t stay up too late,” she said as she started to walk off. “There is one more important thing that I want to stay for,” Astral said, causing Applejack to turn around. “What would that be?” the orange mare replied as Astral blushed. “Well, it’s more of a who,” he replied as he looked down. Looking back up he took a deep breath. “It’s you, I like you, Applejack and was wondering if you would like to, maybe catch a movie after we finish our work on the farm,” Astral asked as Applejack blushed, Clasping her hands to her chest, Applejack blushed. “I’d love to,” she replied with a tear in her eye. Astral then got up and walked over. “Thanks for the talk, it really helped,” Astral said as he gave Applejack a quick peck on the cheek. The two then grabbed each other's hand and made their way back to the barn, sleep threatening to overtake them as they walked hand in hand. Once inside, Astral helped Applejack into her room when she suddenly wrapped her arms around him and planted her lips firmly onto his. Astral, though taken by surprise, soon embraced the kiss as he held her closer to his body; he had been sleeping in his pants so the only skin she touched was on his upper torso, her breasts pressed against his chest as they kissed passionately. Breaking the kiss, Applejack looked at Astral fondly, her emerald green eyes sparkling with admiration. “I was hoping you felt the same way, I also developed feelings for you, but with you being of the upper class, I kinda thought you’d prefer somepony of the same status,” the orange mare admitted as she blushed. Astral then gingerly stroked Applejack’s cheek as he kissed her again, looking deep into her eyes he soon spoke. “I’m not like that, I’m more like Fancy Pants who adores the working class, because they are the backbone of Equestria and hold an even more important role,” He said causing her to bless more as they continued to kiss taking it to bed before finally succumbing to the siren’s song of sleep.
Rising DilemmasA few days have passed since Applejack and Astral had slept together. Though Applejack did care for him, she felt a bit ashamed for coming onto him so strongly. Astral reassured her that it was ok and that it was in the heat of passion, though he knew they didn't do anything, he too felt ashamed. True he was hired by Applejack, but the real head of the household was Granny Smith. Somehow he felt like he betrayed her trust. While lying on a table, getting a massage from the masseuse, he thinks about that night, how Applejack's breasts pressed up against his bare chest, how her lips danced on his, he sighed as he felt himself lift slightly only to realize in horror what it was. "Alright, you can turn over now, darling," the masseuse said as Astral blessed. "Ok, just give me a minute," Astral said as he tried to calm down, to force his cock back into its sheath. "Do you have some ice water," Astral asked in desperation as he tried to avoid flashing his rod. "Darling, it's ok. I've seen them before," the masseuse said as she helped Astral turn around, though he was still hesitant. "Maybe it would relax you if you knew my name, I'm Aloe," the spa pony said as she starts massaging Astral's head Blushing from how nonchalant his masseuse was, Astral found himself relaxing a bit as he tried to carry out the conversation. “I’m Astral,” he replied as she massaged his temples gently. As Aloe massaged his temples, Astral tried to hide his erection with a towel, only to have a tent stick out. “I know you might not know, but how do you deal with situations like these,” Astral asked as he lay still on the table. “Some of them sneak behind a building to burp the worm, but most the time they just deal with it, they can’t really control it and we know it’s not personal, so we don’t make a big fuss unless they start coming on to us, the same goes for mares, we get wet in public, but unless we direct it to somepony in hopes of getting lucky, we don’t sweat it,” Aloe answered, her being direct causing Astral to blush as she helps him sit up. “There you go, darling, the massage is over, and your appointment sys you paid for a massage and a shvitz. Follow me darling, the steam room is this way,” Aloe said as she led Astral to the steam room. Handing him a towel, she opened the door, the steam blasting him and making him sweat. “This is one of the rooms stallions use as well to satisfy their urges, we thoroughly clean them after each use so feel free to go wild if you so wish,” Aloe said as she shut the door and left him alone. While alone, Astral thought, though he hadn't been here long he knew what she meant by burping the worm, though he hadn't done it before. He chooses to just relax and enjoy the steam room, closing his eyes and allowing his mind to wander. Though he doesn’t feel comfortable going completely nude unless he has to, he does enjoy this town, he spends most of his time on the farm, but when he does get free time he indulges in his hobby of star gazing, though it’s mainly at night. On some days, he will go to one of the local cafés and chew the fat with some of the patrons or the baristas. He does enjoy the interactions he has and has made a few acquaintances. He juggles the thought of him moving here, but does wonder if that’ll upset his parents, maybe he could invite them over for dinner sometime or even bring Applejack to his place for a visit. The timer for his time in the steam room goes off, indicating that he has to get out, stepping out of the steam room, Astral takes a deep breath and sighs as he steps into a dressing room and gets his clothes back on. Paying his bill, he bids the spa ponies good day and steps out. The day is a brisk fall day and the air gives his bare chest a chill, but not enough to make him uncomfortable, he then starts to think on how the ponies around here keep warm during the winter months. He makes his way back to the farm, where he sees Applejack putting up the last basket of apples. “Hey, Applejack,” Astral called out as he met her near the barn. “Oh, hey, Astral,” Applejack replied, her voice low and still filled with guilt. Looking back up at Astral the orange farm pony sighed. “I think we should tell Granny what happened a few days ago,” Applejack said. Astral nodded his head and grabbed Applejack’s hand. “If that is what you want, I understand,” Astral replied, knowing that Applejack values honesty above all else. “It is, but I’ll tell her that it was mostly me,” Applejack said as Astral comforted her. Hours pass until Astral and Applejack get a moment alone to talk to Granny, gulping a bit Applejack told her about what had happened a few nights ago. Upon hearing this Granny was shocked, he had no idea how frisky Applejack could get, but instead of anger, Granny just commended her for being honest and telling her, she was overjoyed to hear that nothing happened, but explained to Applejack that if anything did, she would still be loved and that she shouldn’t be afraid to tell her. Applejack sighed in relief as the weight she had been carrying had been lifted. “So you feel better now,” Astral asked, getting a nod from Applejack. “That’s good,” Astral said as he scratched the back of his head, “Applejack, I do want to ask you something,” “What is it sugarcube,” Applejack asked as she gazed at Astral. “I am considering on moving here, but I want my parents to meet you first, so I was thinking, would you consider coming with me to Canterlot to have dinner or I can invite them down here,” Astral asked. Applejack smiled, ‘’I’m ok with either or, I do have clothes for occasions, but I’ll let you handle that, I’m sure Granny Smith won’t mind,” the orange pony replied as she nuzzled her head on Astral’s bare chest.
A Confession over DinnerDays passed as Astral worked out arrangements to have his parents over for dinner, though Granny Smith was more than happy to cook, Astral had told her not to worry and that he would take Applejack to meet his folks at a local restaurant here in Ponyville. The night of the dinner arrived quicker than imagined, Astral was already ready, by which he only had on a fannypack so he could carry his wallet, Applejack on the other hand was taking out her special occasion dress and pleading with Astral to put something on. “Astral, please. Yer parents are from Canterlot, I want to make a good impression,” Applejack said as she began to put on her bra. Astral walks into her room and places a hand on her shoulder. “Applejack, leave the clothes off, that’s why I invited them here, because Canterlot will require clothes, it’s ok if they make a fuss I’ll ask them to leave,” Astral said as he unhooked her bra and tossed it to the side. After getting ready the two lovebirds hightailed it to the train station where the train from Canterlot was just arriving, the train screeched to a stop as the whistle blew to let the passengers know they could get off. Astral skimmed through the crowd,surprised to see a few ponies had come nude, such as Jet Set and Upper Crust, less surprising was seeing Fancy Pants. Finally he saw his Parents exit the caboose, dressed in a formal black attire. ‘Mom, Dad,” he called out as he waved them over. The shocked look on their faces said it all, they were not expecting to see him in his birthday suit. “Astral, you’re….ummmm, you’re looking good,” his father said, tripping over his words as he couldn’t help but to stare at the naked ponies walking around. “You didn’t tell us this was a nudist town,” his mother said, her voice void of criticism. “I know,” Astral replied as he hugged them both. Applejack stood there nervously as she waited to be addressed, Astral’s dad saw her and smiled. “Are you gonna introduce us to your friend, son,” his father asked as he broke the hug. “Right. Mom, dad, this is my girlfriend, Applejack,” Astral said as he introduced them to each other. "It's a pleasure to meet you both, your son as been a real help on the farm," Applejack said as she shook his father's hand "Pleasure's our’s," his father replied, as he let go. "That's quite a grip there, a real professional handshake." He complimented, making Applejack blush. “Thank you sir,” Applejack replied as she took her hand back, her heart pounding in her chest about what they might think of the town. “Please, call me Nova,” Astral’s dad replied as he took his hand back. “And you may call me Radiant,” Astral’s mother interjected. Applejack nodded, “Ok, it’s nice to meet y’all, so what do you think of Ponyville?” Applejack asked, her heart pounding with anxiety. Looking around the town, Astral’s parents smiled. “It’s a nice little town, but I do wish Astral would have mentioned that it was a nudist town,” Radiant replied as Astral blushed. “Sorry,” Astral replied with a sheepish chuckle, “I didn’t think you’d come if you two knew,” Astral explained. “We are taken back, but it is ok, we weren’t expecting it is all,” Nova assured as he looked at Applejack. “It’s a fine town, all the ponies look friendly and I’m sure you all are real pleasant,” Nova complimented the town, allowing Applejack to breathe a sigh of relief. After introductions were out of the way, the four headed to a local restaurant and sat at the table, several ponies stared, but not out of malice, but were surprised how casual ponies with clothes were being given the fact that not every settlement in Equestria were nudist. After ordering and getting some wine, Nova broke the silence. “So how is your journey of self-discovery going, son,” he asked as he sipped his wine. Looking up at his father, Astral started to feel nervous, but continued. “That’s actually what I wanted to talk to you about, I’ve decided I want to move here,” Astral said, causing his father to put down his wine glass in a serious manner. “I see, and is that what you really want?” Nova asked, wiping his mouth. Astral gulped but remained firm, “Yes, I’ve fallen in love with Applejack and I want to be with her, the town and community here also comfort me so I think I finally found what I was looking for, I’m sorry if I can’t uphold our legacy,” Astral said as he hung his head. A moment of silence passed before Astral felt a tender hand on his shoulder. “Astral, you don’t have to feel obligated to take over the school, I can always pass the torch to my friend Cluster,” Nova said, causing confusion to spread on Astral’s face. “But, he’s just a friend, I thought you wanted a blood family member to take over,” he asked as his dad smiled warmly. “I did, but Cluster feels like family, you remember how you used to call him uncle,” his dad asked, causing Astral to reflect on the past. “I do, but…’” Astral began to say before his dad stopped him. “But nothing, your happiness means more to me and your mother more than anything, and we want to see you happy,” Nova said as he finished his wine. “Thank you, dad,” Astral said with tears filling his eyes. The rest of the night passed by smoothly, after dinner, Astral showed his parents around the town, even paying for them to get a massage before they had to leave. At the train station, Astral and Applejack saw his parents off, waving goodbye as they boarded the train. “This was an interesting night, son. We have to do it again sometime,” Nova said as he hugged his son. “Maybe you two can come down to our place that time, we can show ya some good down home cookin’,” Applejack said as Nova broke the hug. “That sounds great, I can make my famous crème brûlée,” Radiant replied as she picked up the bags. “Oh, that won’t be necessary,” Applejack protested politely. “Oh, I insist, I just want to contribute,” Radiant said as she boarded the train followed by Nova. Astral and Applejack waved them off as the train chugged out of sight, leaving them on the platform as they started to walk home.
Settling InAstral hauls in the last of his boxes, wiping his brow as he sweats bullets, he pays the movers a hefty sum of bits as thanks as he starts his new life in Ponyville. He carefully opens a box and takes out his books and places them on a bookshelf he had brought. Most of his belongings consisted of stationary but he had a few mugs to use. After unpacking all that he had brought with him he took out a pen and paper to jot down what he needed to get, his job as a farmhand had paid him well, and though he wouldn't be living with the Apples, he decided to keep working for them until he is firmly settled. Taking a deep breath, Astral looks around his new home as his heart pounds in his chest at the excitement and anxiety at living on his own. Aside from the books, Astral’s new place was rather empty, no furniture or luxuries like tv, or even cooking equipment, just bare cupboards and closets. Astra sighs as he takes out his money bag and sees how many bits he has, fortunately, he has enough to get a bed and so runs into town to buy one. After purchasing his bed, he returns to his house and starts moving in the bed, using his magic to carry the heavy furnishing into what would soon be his room. He gingerly places the bed down and wipes the sweat from his head as he smiles, ‘I can now let the Apples know that I’ll just commute,’ He thinks to himself as he puts the receipt for the bed in one of his books. Astral spent the rest of the day roaming around town, though he had been here for six months, he only knew of a few places, thankfully he was able to find the bed store, its sign being his only beacon. He stops at Sugarcube corner and orders a blueberry muffin and black coffee. As he sits down he thinks about what to do now that he is a local, ‘I could turn my home into an observatory, or maybe even build one with the mayor’s permission, I could even charge admission so I can make money on the side,’ he thought to himself as he drank his coffee. After thinking about it, he decided to put it on the back burner for now. He starts to walk back home when he sees a crowd of ponies cheering. Feeling curious, he approaches the crowd, finding Applejack in the mass and stands next to her. “Ummm, Applejack,” Astral spoke, alerting Applejack to his presence. “Oh, hey, Astral, did ya get moved in ok,” she asked as she continued to look ahead of her. Astral looked to where she was staring only to see a bonfire blazing. “W-what’s going on,” Astral asked, confused at the whole display. “A pony turned eighteen, when that happens the whole town comes together for a bonfire where the guest of honor burns all of their everyday clothes,” Applejack replied as Astral looked on. ‘So that’s what Rarity meant by burning them,’ he thought to himself as he watched a young stallion throw his clothes into the raging fire. The clothes almost instantly incinerate as the fire blazes, ponies with extinguishers stand on standby if it gets out of control. Astral starts to contemplate on whether or not he should burn some of his clothes, but ultimately decides against it just so he would have some just in case, besides, he didn’t bring any clothes with him except the clothes he brought for the six months which now just sit in his house gathering dust. He watches as the young stallion burns the amount of clothes of his choosing, the ponies cheered for him as they watched the clothes burn. Astral could see Rarity in the crowd, he knew that on the inside she harbored a little sadness, but remained naked and happy all the same. After the rite had ended, everypony went home, celebrating the liberation of another pony. Astral on the other hand went to Sweet Apple Acres and informed them that he no longer needed board, but was going to commute from his place. After he had told the Apples of his decision, he started to walk home when Applejack stopped him. “Wait there, sugarcube, why don’t we celebrate your move to Ponyville by goin’ on a date,” Applejack asked, making Astral blush. “I would like that,” Astral replied as he went off returning home. The rest of the day seemed to fly by as Astral waits to pick up Applejack for their date, he picks her up and the two head out, ready to be a real couple. “So, what would you like to do,” Astral asked unsure on where to go, the downside of being in a small town is that the options are limited. “Hmmm, we could go bowling or see a movie,” Applejack suggested. “Or I could help you get some things for yer new house,” she said as they walked, seeing a range of open shops. “I couldn’t ask you to do that, this should be special,” Astral protested only for Applejack to smile. “Please, I insist, ya need some utensils and other necessities,” she reasoned as Astral finally agreed. The two went from shop to shop, picking out utensils, plates, cups, and even a fridge. Astral carried the items they were buying, Applejack was real helpful in picking out items that didn’t break his bank. The two returned to his house where Astral gently set down the items, releasing them from his magic grasp. “Now then, let’s get you set up,” Applejack said as she helped him unwrap the packaging and opening the boxes the utensils and flatware came in, she helped him make sure there was enough elbow room as she helps him get his kitchen stocked, while he hovers the fridge into place. “Phew, there ya go,” Applejack said as she wiped her brow, Astral blushing at how the sweat made her body shiny. “Thank you, I really appreciate your help,” the unicorn replied as he planted a kiss on Applejack’s cheek. “Once I get food in this place, why don’t you come over for dinner,” Astral asked, making Applejack blush. “I think I will, that can be your way of paying me back for the help, sweet thing,” Applejack said as she kissed him back intending to end their date there. “Actually, I do have a bottle of wine, and you did help me get glasses, why don’t you stay and have a few drinks with me,” Astral asked as he started to pour the wine. Taking a minute to contemplate, Applejack smiled. “I can stay for a glass or two,” she said as she accepted the glass and sat beside him on the floor. As they sat there drinking the wine, Applejack smiled. “This is really good,” she said as she tried to spark up a conversation. “Thank you, this is actually my favorite wine,” Astral replied as his heart pounded in his chest. They sat there for what seemed like hours, drinking the wine until the bottle ran dry. Applejack became more giggly as she got up and stroked Astral’s shoulder. “Come on cowboy, let’s go for a ride,” she said as she dragged him over to her body, making him blush. ‘A-Applejack,” Astral sais stuttering as his cock began to rise, he wanted to buck to, but not like this, he didn’t want to feel like he had take advantage. Applejack just smiled as she spread her legs for him and helped him slide in his cock. “It’s ok, sugarcube, I know you want this and so do I, I can tell you’re a virgin, so let’s end that,” she said as she let Astral take over. Astral started thrusting his hips, his erect cock sliding in and out of Applejack’s wet pussy as they both moaned in unison. The whole ordeal came and went like a flash of lightning, the last thing Astral saw was Applejack’s pleased face as he fell asleep. ******************************************************************************************************* A few days had passed since Astral and Applejack rolled in the hay at his place, he remembers both of them waking up and being shocked at what had happened, they both didn't blame each other, but each encounter after that was awkward. Applejack since then had been acting strange, she seemed to get sick out of nowhere and would be a little irate. On a clear morning, Astral went to check in on Applejack with a bowl of vegan chicken alfredo only to find her in her bathroom with a pink stick with a plus sign on it.
