Rara's New Life

Mike and Rara arrived back in Nashville, when they did they went to the hospital. When they arrived, they saw John standing at the front desk. "You made it," said John. "Come on, let me show you." The three soon made their way to Martha's room. When they arrived, they saw Martha holding her and John's new baby.

"Hey, guys," said Martha.

Mike and Rara walked into the room. They soon surrounded the bed and got a closer look at the baby.

"Aww, it's adorable," said Rara.

"It's a boy," said John.

"Oh, really that's great," said Mike.

They continued their look at the baby, until Martha said, "You know, you can take turns in holding the baby."

"Are you sure that's a great idea?" Asked Mike.

"Well, you are his uncle now," said John.

"Good point."

Mike then took hold of the baby, being VERY careful with it. "What are you gonna name it?" He asked.

"We were planning on naming him, Teddy," said Martha.

"Aww, that's adorable," said Rara.

"Well, I think it fits him."

As Mike continued to hold his new nephew, he couldn't help but feel very happy. He soon gave Teddy back to Martha. "So, I reckon you two are coming off of an extensive amount of labor pain?" Mike asked sarcastically.

"What makes you ask that?" Asked John.

"Well, because Martha looks exhausted and looks like she spent hours going through torture."

Martha sighed. "You have no idea," she said.

John decided to change the subject. "So Mike, P4, P10, P7, P2, and P7 in all the races you've run so far. A rather strong start to the new racing season if you ask me."

"Yeah," sighed Mike.

"Still though... retirement?" John asked in disappointment.

Mike looked at his older brother. "Yeah, I've decided to leave the world of motorsports. Don't get me wrong I love racing, but it wasn't my all time dream," he explained.

"Yeah, I remember," said John. "But what are you gonna do once the racing season is done?"

Mike smiled. "I think the answer to that is quite clear," he said while looking at Rara. Rara looked back at him and smiled back. "Our tour starts in Manehattan on June 27th."

"Really, during the Olympic Games?" Martha asked.

"Well, not everyone can afford going to Paris to see them," Rara pointed out.

"Good point," said Martha.

"My all time dream was to become a music artist and now, after years of rejection and frustration, I'm finally achieving it," Mike said as he wrapped his left arm around Rara's waist, surprising her. "And it wouldn't have been made possible if I didn't meet this lovely mare."

Rara blushed and smiled sheepishly.

"You know, you two go very well together," said Martha. "No wonder you've fallen for each other."

Now, it was Mike's turn to blush and Rara blushed deeper and looked away in embarrassment.

"Oh, come on Mike. You don't have to be humiliated by that," said John.

"R-right," Mike said while his embarrassment was starting to go away. "Much like you when you first fell for Martha."

Now, it was John's turned to be embarrassed.

"Some things never change, do they?" Martha sighed.

"Well, Dad always told the both of us that we would look more like brothers if we take jabs at each other," said Mike.

"Yeah, he did," John sighed sadly. "May he rest in peace."

Suddenly, a small whimper was heard, followed by some sobbing.

"Oh, no! He's crying!" Rara said pointing to the baby who went into full on crying.

"Don't worry, little Teddy. Mommy's here," Martha soothed trying to calm the baby down. Unfortunately, it didn't do any good as the baby's crying got louder.

"Ugh, why!" Mike cried as he covered his ears. "Why do babies always have to cry?"

"Uh? Uh? Uh, hey where's the baby? There he is!" John said while trying to play peek-a-boo with the baby, which turned out to be futile.

Suddenly, Rara had an idea. "Wait, I got it!"

"You do?" Asked Mike.

"Yes. Martha can you pass me Teddy?"

"Are you sure?"

"Yes, just trust me."

Martha wasn't sure, but if Rara had an idea to stop the baby from crying, she wasn't going to stop her. "Alright, here you go Rara," Martha said as she passed the baby over to Rara.

Rara carefully took hold of Teddy in her arms before she put her idea into action. "Shh, shh, shh, shh," Rara whispered as she cleared her throat.

'I'm here to show you who I am.

Throw off the veil it's finally time.

There's more to me than glitz and glam.

Oh ouh whoa.

And I now I feel my stars align.

For what I believed what I was sold.

I did all the things that I was told.

But all that has changed and now I'm bold cause I know.

That I am just a pony.

I make mistakes from time to time.

But now I know the real me.

I put my heart out on the line.

And let the magic in my heart stay true.

Whoa - whoa - ouh - whoa - whoa.

And let the magic in my heart stay true.

Whoa - whoa - ouh - whoa - whoa.

Just like the magic inside of you.

Just like the magic inside of you.'

Rara sang a lullaby version of her most iconic song. It worked. The baby stopped crying and fell asleep. Rara then handed Teddy back to Martha.

"That... that was brilliant," said Martha.

"Indeed," said John. "And judging by the lyrics, I'm guessing that was 'The Magic Inside.'"

"Yes," Rara proclaimed.

John and his wife looked at each other in disbelieve before they suddenly started clapping.

"Oh, come on. You don't need to do that," said Rara.

"No, but I never heard that song before, so I think you deserve at least some sort of applause," said John.

"Well, thank you," Rara said as she felt her face flushing.

John then looked at his younger brother. However, when he did, he saw that Mike was staring at Rara with wide eyes and an agape mouth. "Uh, Mike? Mike?" John snapped his fingers to snap Mike out of his trance.

"Huh, w-w-what?" Mike stuttered as he looked around.

"You were staring at Rara," said John.

"Oh, right. Sorry." Mike said as he walked towards Rara. "So, that's 'The Magic Inside'".

"Yes," Rara smiled.

"I know Kyle Kirkwood heard it but I never did."

"Well, I would gladly perform the official version just for you," Rara offered.

Mike smiled and turned to John and his wife. "Well, it was nice seeing you all again. And congratulations guys."

"Sure," said John. "Maybe you can stop by during 4th of July."

"That would be great," said Mike as he took Rara's right hand. "Well, we must be off. Bye guys!"

"Bye Mike!" said John.

"Bye guys! And thanks for coming to see the baby," waved Martha.

Mike and Rara smiled and left the hospital.

After going through the portal at Nashville International Airport, Mike and Rara emerged at Manehattan's Grand Central Station and walked towards Coco's apartment. By the time they got there, Coco was preparing to cook dinner.

"Oh, hey you two," Coco greeted. "I was just about to start making dinner."

"Hey, Coco," said Rara. "Listen, I wanna show Mike something so we'll probably take a while before coming down for dinner."

"Sure thing," said Coco as she put on an apron. Mike and Rara walked up the stairs to their now shared bedroom. Mike looked over and saw Rara's piano.

"I know we've performed that album together, but 'The Magic Inside' is not among the songs we performed. From what I've gathered, it's your most popular song right now. My racing teammates have apparently heard it, but I haven't," explained Mike.

Rara smiled. "Then, why don't you sit back on the bed and enjoy the show," she said.

Mike smiled and took a seat on the bed, while Rara sat in front of her piano. After checking the piano was in tune, she cleared her throat and performed for Mike.

As the song ended, Rara gave Mike a beaming smile while Mike clapped at Rara's performance.

"That was beautiful. Absolutely beautiful," Mike complemented.

"Thanks," said Rara. "Shall we head down for dinner?"

Mike took both of Rara's hands and said, "Yes, let's."

And with that, the two left the room and headed downstairs to the dining room, closing the door behind them. The piano and Mike's electric guitar were left alone in the bedroom. Nobody seemed to notice it, but on top of Rara's piano was a picture of her and Applejack at the Helping Hooves Music Festival in Ponyville.

To Be Continued.