Author's Note
This story does take place in 2024
First three chapters are to set up characters, story, and setting as best as possible.
This is my second clop story due to ADHD and my IRL schedule I have random intervals of inspiration and post time.
Jason 21 (M) Human
Height 6 ft 2 in
Daybreaker 21 (F) Alicorn Pony
Height 6ft 3 in
Bust EE
Chapter 1
Letting out a groan Jason pushed himself up from a bed looking around his room he noted that nothing was different, but he still felt off somehow, as he sat on the edge of the bed Jason rubbed his face trying to figure out just why his head was trying to split in half. Also how did he get home? He had been running through the park after one of his father's rousing lay ins which was the only reason he was allowed back home by his father which involved Jason being told 'You are useless as a Grant!' 'Grants are supposed to be leaders and set examples!' 'Why aren't you like your siblings!' after which Jason excused himself to go out and run. He either did that or played a game known as Canterlot U an adult dating sim, he wanted a break from the house and everyone though, so he left and ran...........and about twenty minutes in a truck had swerved to miss a dog only to hit him.
"How the fuck am I alive?" Jason asked as he slowly got out of the bed his head hammering in protest at his movements he whispered, "What the hell is going on?"
Slowly walking down, the hallway he quickly made his way into the bathroom and after a couple minutes of hyping himself up the young man took the plunge and looked into the mirror. What he saw was his normal look, nothing was missing, and nothing seemed out of place leaning into the sink Jason let out a small groan and murmured "Thank god I'm still me.........but how the fuck am I still alive?"
"It's too early in the morning for this Jay get out so I can shower." an unfamiliar female voice snapped at him jumping up Jason was about to yell when he noticed standing in the doorway was a pristine white alicorn pony, her spliced bronze and gold eyes glared at him.
Gaping at her Jason recognized that mare she was Daybreaker a character from Canterlot U feeling his jaw go slack he tried to think of something to say anything but was quickly sidetracked when he noticed she was wearing a tank top two size too small and short shorts that acted more like panties than anything else. Feeling his face burn from what he was seeing the mare rolled her eyes and said "If you aren't going to use the bathroom yah mind getting out?"
"Uh yeah yeah I can." Jason said moving out of the mare's way as she walked into bathroom, he found himself staring at the back of her flaming mane which was a deep crimson. His view was quickly interrupted by the bathroom door snapping shut which caused him to flinch a little backing away he turned and raced into his room, logging onto his computer Jason saw that everything was the same all the apps and social media. Quickly logging onto them Jason began to look through his social media which was the same depressing posts of him seeing movies, eating out, beaching..........everything alone. Closing them all Jason thought 'So I'm crazy? Maybe I'm in a coma.........well there's only one way to tell.' walking over to the edge of the table Jason took a deep breath and rammed his knee hard into the bottom of the desk letting out a yelp of pain he fell clutching the knee while saying "SHIT!"
Rolling over onto his side Jason held the injured joint while biting his lip he screwed his eyes shut and thought 'OH GOD ITS REAL!' hearing someone coming to his room Jason saw Daybreaker dressed in black jeans and a white T-shirt looking down at him mildly concerned she asked "What happened?"
"I uh I hit my knee on the desk getting ready." Jason said slowly pulling himself up onto the bed sighing the mare lit up her horn and cast a quick healing spell. Feeling the pain going away Jason sighed and flexed the knee a few times and gave it a few test swings before standing up, smiling at her Jason said "Thanks a lot.......Day."
"It's no biggie," Daybreaker said as she placed her hands on her hips a sad smile coming to her lips she continued "After all I owe you a lot more for letting me live with you."
"Pffft it's no big deal." Jason said as he remembered a small detail of Daybreaker she'd been on the street when the main character living by himself offered her to live with him. Frowning Jason wished he could remember the rest but soon a pink screen popped up infront of his face ' All will be revealed after all its far more fun to play a game for the first time ever, but you will get an aid.'
Raising an eyebrow at the screen it quickly disappeared but when Jason looked at Daybreaker the same screen blew up 'Daybreaker. Affinity 48, Strength 80, intelligence 80, speed 77. Must raise Affinity to 70 or higher before relationship can be started, suggest walk her to school.' confused by the screen Jason said "Btw have you had breakfast yet, maybe we can walk to the bakery and pick some stuff up on the way to school?"
"Uh no I haven't........and I'd like that very much Jason." Daybreaker said as a blush slowly formed on her cheeks smiling at her Jason motioned to the door and asked "Mind giving me a minute to change?"
"Afraid I might jump ya?" Daybreaker joked flashing her fangs for him to see smirking back he shook his head.
"More afraid that I may blind you with my pasty skin."
"Hehe okay I'll give you a moment." Daybreaker said as she turned and left the room.
Once she left Jason heard two distinct *PING**PING* sounds, thinking of the menu it quickly popped up, reading through it the menu was simple at the top were four tabs. Stats, Characters, Items, and Missions, seeing a red heart over Characters Jason clicked the tab and saw Daybreaker's name clicking on it he saw that the affinity had gone up four points to 52. Smiling he was happy about the outcome due to its meaning Daybreaker was coming around to him, but his happiness was interrupted by a voice in his head which murmured darkly 'A loser like you getting her will never happen, cut your losses and accept you'll never be loved. '
Shaking his head he tried to ignore the voice but what it said stuck to him a bit quickly getting dressed Jason raced out into the living room to see Daybreaker waiting for him, a black leather jacket now being worn. She had black lipstick and eyeshadow highlighting her eyes slung over one shoulder was a satchel smiling at she asked "What took you so long?"
"Huh oh yeah sorry couldn't find my bag." Jason murmured as he hefted the bag towards the mare sighing, she turned and walked out the door.
Stepping outside the two began walking towards the school are to which Jason questioned how he knew where he was going but quickly squelched that thought for fear of his mind breaking, but as they walked Jason began to take in the surroundings noting that a lot of the town, he'd seen in the game was real. Flying above him were Pegasi moving clouds and heading about personal business, Unicorns could be seen levitating items for either work or to keep their hands free and he saw earth ponies selling goods or shopping and mixed among them were humans, feeling a little crazy Jason watched as a Unicorn stallion and some human girl kissed before separating and going their separate ways. Feeling someone punch his arm Jason looked over to see Daybreaker glaring at him he said "Sorry I'm a little out of sorts.........had family dinner night."
"Oh yeah.......I take it uh didn't go great?"
"Just the usual ya know?" Jason said forcing a smile onto his face to which Daybreaker returned but he could see hurt in her eyes.
"I know, my mother left a wonderful message for me last night, still don't know how she got my new number. I went to talk to you, but you were gone."
"Oh yeah, I was out running." Holding a door open to Sugar Cube Cafe the two entered brushing her mane from one of her eyes Daybreaker nodded and tapped his chest.
"Well whatever that idiot said ignore it you'll be twi-NO five times the man he'll ever dream of being."
"Same to you Day, you're a great mare and whatever you mother said I bet she's just angry you're out in the world thriving." Jason said and without a thought he wrapped an arm around Daybreakers shoulders and brought her in for a hug which she returned slightly.
"Wow can't believe we've been living together for almost five months?" Daybreaker asked as she pulled away from the man nodding sagely Jason remembered that when the game started the two had been living under the same roof for almost a year.
"Time flies when you're having fun," Jason said looking at the line he noticed that it was moving rather quickly as a pink haired and skinned woman was running the front, Pinkie Pie she was a highbred of ponies and people having human body she sported a tail and pony ears while also the colors that were usually associated with Equestrians.
"I was thinking maybe we should celebrate. Maybe do something as a six-month anniversary?"
"Oh really, don't you think that would be to early?" Daybreaker asked slowly looking up at Jason who shrugged
"Well, I think it'll be good for us maybe brighten our days a bit, cause I've enjoyed our time together it's been...............nice." Jason said looking away from Daybreaker as he said that a heavy blush coming to his face in a bit of embarrassment.
"I like that we should get a cake, plus without you I'd probably be freezing my ass off in some alley." Daybreaker answered her voice soft and a little husky with repressed emotions, she had noticed Jason's blush and was reacting accordingly.
Soon the two were at the counter and ordering food with Jason refusing to allow Daybreaker to pay stating that it was his treat and to treat his favorite roommate he would need to pay for the meal, which Daybreaker fired back stating she was his only roommate at the moment. Chuckling the two continued to fire comeback after comeback at each other, soon though the two stopped joking as they approached the college campus pulling out the schedules both had at least three classes together on Monday's, Tuesday's and Friday's which meant they both would be in a Ms. Quills calculus class at 8:00 am smiling Jason said "C'mon let's get to class and grab the good seats."
"Can't argue there," Daybreaker murmured around her breakfast burrito pointing at the entrance the two began walking through the halls. Gaping at the size of the entrance hall Jason couldn't believe the size and build of the whole facility, everything looked magnificent like the school was made just for nobles and the riches assholes of the world............of course it was but that was before they were forced to open enrollment to the commonfolk about fifty years ago.
Giggling at his reaction Daybreaker was about to say something when Jason collided with a one of the students falling atop them, he felt his face in between something firm and soft wrapped around his face. Quickly realizing just where he was the man snapped straight up and looked around seeing a few other students giggling at him doing his best to ignore them Jason looked down to find a young unicorn woman on the ground glaring up at him. Offering his hand Jason embarrassingly scratched his cheek as the woman took his hand, she had a purple coat and a deep indigo mane and tail, with her mane having a small pink streak in it smiling sheepishly Jason said "I'm so sorry about that miss I didn't mean to knock you over."
"It's fine.........but you really should watch where you are going." the mare said as she took the hand and pulled herself up off the floor sighing Jason nodded a small frown coming to his face. During this Daybreaker had slipped away heading towards the original goal of Ms. Quills classroom.
"I know and I do apologize about that, I'm Jason Grant and you are?"
"Twilight Sparkle........your name sounds familiar." Twilight murmured as she dusted off her sweater vest and skirt Jason decided he didn't want to waste any more time, so he spun around Twilight while saying "Uh yeah it's just one, but I gotta get to class before I'm late."
"I uh understand?" Twilight said slightly confused as the young man disappeared around the same corner as Daybreaker had done earlier. Staring after him she thought 'What a strange guy, I wonder if I'll see him again?'
As Jason walked into Ms. Quills class, he saw that she had already found a place to seat at the back right corner next to the window which she had already occupied the closest seat to said window. Sliding in next to her Jason gave the mare a wondering look too which she ignored as she was busy looking out onto the campus, sighing he didn't really get it but figured it had something to do with him knocking Twilight over. Pulling out some supplies and getting ready to start taking notes and get the class rolling when he saw another alicorn with a pristine white coat, pale rainbow mane and tail wearing a simple white collared shirt and dress pants, she looked around the room for a moment and caught sight of Jason. But he knew her eyes weren't on him at that moment turning to Daybreaker he saw that she hadn't even bothered to look away from the window taking a breath Jason asked "Uh Day you gonna be okay?"
"I'll be fine Jay," Daybreaker said her voice flatter than a pancake this reminded Jason whenever people would ask him what was wrong after reward shows or whatever championship his siblings were dominating, he also knew that he hated when people pried to much so he let it lie where it was.
*PING**PING**PING* Thinking about the menu Jason looked up Daybreakers stats 'Daybreaker Affinity 58' realizing he had made the right move, Jason nodded and decided he would try a simple gesture placing his hand on top of the desk Daybreaker placed hers atop and murmured "Thanks Jay."
"No problem, I'm always here if you need me." Jason whispered back a smile coming to his face as he saw Daybreaker had her own smile forming.
Soon Ms. Quill was in the classroom and started into the first day lightening quick launching into the first lessons of the term, barely keeping up Jason wrote everything down and did his best not to fall behind as Ms. Quill went over the equations that would be making up the first four lessons and when she as she was rounding up to end the lesson for the day. She then informed the class that the curriculum would be waiting at the front of the class and for anyone or any pony that wished to do good in her class would grab one before exiting.
After finishing the last class of the, Jason and Honey Milk were making their way to the entrance hall to meet Daybreaker and see what clubs would be waiting for them. As they walked through the halls Jason didn't know how to properly act around Honey Milk so he figured the best course of action would be to let the woman come out of her shell at her own pace, rolling his neck he tried his best to work out any stiffness that had formed from how he had to sit while taking notes. Letting out a small grunt of satisfaction when a loud *POP* echoed out. Feeling a pair of eyes on him he turned and looked down at Honey Milk whose eyes were wide with shock smirking he said "If I sit still for too long my body gets stiff, gotta stretch ya know?"
"I-I was just caught off guard by how loud the sound was." Honey Milk said turned back to look down the hall.
"Hehe yeah that it was but you should her me when I pop my back, some days it sounds like a bunch of firecrackers."
"Oh.......does it hurt?"
"Nah it feels nice," Jason answered shaking his head he placed a hand on his chin and rubbed it in thought "Just a way to get rid of any and all stiffness I've got."
"T-that's good........so Jason I was wondering what club were looking to join?"
"I uh was gonna look and see if this school had a diving club, I've always been interested in something like that."
"That sounds nice."
"How about you?" Jason asked as he looked down at Honey Milk who returned his gaze a smile coming to her lips.
"I was gonna look into some type of cooking club." She answered noticing a small group heading towards her she tried to get out of the way only to stumble and almost fall.
Reacting on instinct Jason reached out and wrapped an arm around Honey Milks chest pulling her up he set her down on her feet, freezing on the spot Honey Milk now sported a heavy blush as she looked back at Jason who still had his arm wrapped around her. Smiling at her Jason quickly let go and offered an apology for just grabbing her out of the blue like that taking a breath Honey Milk said "It's all right, I'm not the most graceful when it comes to how I move."
"Well, I'll try my best to be there if you ever need help."
"Thanks Jason that means quite a lot to me."
"It's no problem I know Daybreaker feels the same way," Jason said as looked up to see they were quickly approaching the main entrance hall, suddenly realizing something Jason pulled out his phone "Before I forget, do you mind if I get your number so we can stay in touch?"
"Yeah, its %^%-*^&-%*&@." Honey Milk answered as she pulled out her own phone, she looked up at Jason who quickly knew exactly what she wanted so he gave her his and Daybreakers number. *PING*PING*PING*
Exiting the doors Jason quickly found the mare waiting for them listening to her music eyes closed bobbing her head to the rhythm and tapping her fingers on her leg, chuckling at her antics Jason pointed to her and Honey Milk also giggled seeing her rocking out to her music. As soon as they approached Daybreakers vicinity her eyes shot open removing her headphones and looking between them she immediately. Not wasting a second the mare went in and gave a hug to Honey Milk, this caught the woman off guard, but she recovered and returned said hug with a smile her face. Looking around Jason saw dozens of booths with groups of people and ponies surrounding them crossing his arms Jason scanned them all hoping to find the booth he was wanting, but his searching was interrupted when Daybreaker jumped into his field of view locking eyes with each other Jason was lost in hers for a moment until a she said "So are we gonna start touring these clubs or what?"
"Oh oh yeah we can," Jason stammered as he forced himself to focus maintaining the eye contact, he motioned passed Daybreaker ", After you Day I figured, we could start looking at the clubs you and Honey Milk wanted to join first."
"Such a gentleman, well I guess the hard part is about to begin because I was hoping for us to go and explore the clubs you and Honey Milk wanted to join." Daybreaker said spinning in a circle like a ballerina she did a 180 and stared out at the sea of people, ponies and booths.
"But I do have a solution because Honey Milk is a new member to our group of friendship. I think we should go to the club she wants to join first!"
"I agree whole heartedly with you Daybreaker," Jason said looking down at Honey Milk he gave her a sorry not sorry smile while saying "After all what friends would we be if we didn't look at your club first."
"A-are you sure, I don't wa-"
"Shush my sweet new friend it’s no trouble whatso ever." Daybreaker said as she teleported to the left side of Honey Milk and wrapped an arm around her shoulder smiling down at her.
“O-ok well I was telling Jason I wanted to check out the cooking club they had here.”
“Alright then let’s go find that club first!” Daybreaker said as a large smile split her muzzled guiding the young woman towards the booths with Jason close behind them.
It hadn’t take the trio long to find the booth that held the cooking club, Honey Milk was placed front and center to talk with the recruiters while Jason’s and Daybreaker drifted to the sides to try some of the free samples. After a few minutes of talking Honey Milk was signed on and ready to join the club, as they began walking away Honey Milk was talking about how excited she was too join and how nice everyone seemed to her. Nodding along Jason was about to say something but was beaten by Daybreaker who’d said ‘If you have any trouble though let us know and we’ve got your back.’ which she agreed to saying she’d come quickly if anything had happened. The next booth that both Honey Milk and Jason said should be visited was Daybreakers music club, grumbling that she would rather have visited the diving club first the group quickly moved towards the sound of music and celebration.
As they approached they soon realized that both the diving club and music clubs were side by side, making a kind of joint booth Jason thought ‘Well at least I don’t have to look to far for them then.’ making his way over he found himself approaching a petite looking woman. She seemed deeply engrossed in a book staining at the cover Jason read ‘Sea Guide to Better Diving’ not sure what the book was about Jason cleared his throat to get her attention.
Setting down the book Jason was met with a lightly tanned woman who’s skinned knew the touch of the sun, her short brunette hair was tied in a pony tail and she looked up at him with intelligent green eyes. Smiling down at her he noted she worn a simple blue T-shirt and black jeans, Jason rubbed his neck and asked “H-hey I was interested in joining the diving club if I’m able?”
“We are looking for new members.” The woman answered slowly in a straight to the point tone.
“Oh well I’m down to join,” Jason said immediately as he leaned in to get closer to the woman who backed away slightly he added in a hushed whisper “I-if it’s okay for someone who’s never dived before.”
“That’s perfectly fine we have new comers all the time,” the woman answered her voice sounded a little excited and Jason could swear he’d eyes started to sparkle.
“So we can sign you up to join and our first meeting for this semester is this Friday that will be the introduction segment for all new member and if you don’t show up I can say don’t bother showing up to anything else.” The woman quickly fired off as she slid the paperwork over to Jason to read as he picked it up he began to look it over when *CRASH* looking up sharply Jason was wondering what was going on behind the tarp to see it moving.
“Uh what was-“
“Oh one of the members was probably showing someone one of the tanks and dropped his equipment,” the woman quickly said as she grabbed the sing papers quickly and made copies “Looks like everything is in order you’ll need to meet us as Emerald Coast Dive Shop at 8:00 pm sharp.”
“Ah ok, I’ll be there then.” Jason said a smile on his face he still wasn’t sure about the loud crash, plus how the recruiter acted he was sure what to make of it.
Walking over to the other side Jason found that Honey Milk and Daybreaker were waiting on him as the mare had quickly joined, discussing each of the clubs Jason was excited for the meeting Friday while Honey Milks club would be meeting Saturday and Daybreaker would be meeting Friday also. As they walked towards the parking lot Daybreaker and Jason guided Honey Milk to her car but before she left them alone the woman offered both her new friends a ride home, declining the offer Jason informed her that the two of them were within walking distance and would be fine. Saying their good byes Jason and Daybreaker broke away from Honey Milk and watched her drive off as they walked towards home, as they were making their way back Daybreaker had requested that Jason make French toast and eggs for dinner tonight.
Agreeing with her Jason would whip them up for her as long as she helped with the cleanup, nodding vigorously Daybreaker almost dragged Jason back him forgetting in her excitement she could have teleported them both of the back home no problem. As they approached Jason looked up at the single story, three bedroom and one and a half bath house, said building is owned by his aunt to whom is thankful for as she charges him bare minimum rent and had gotten the house just to give him a place to live.
(A few moments later)
Placing the final plate onto the drying rack Jason looked around the kitchen making sure he hadn’t forgotten anything, seeing that the kitchen was clean and tidy Jason took in a deep breath and let it out slowly. Walking back into the living room Jason started to flip between channels on the T.V. looking for something to watch, Daybreaker on the other hand had left to take a shower before heading to bed after a few minutes of looking Jason couldn't find anything interesting on. Checking the time, he saw that it was 9:44 pm deciding it was best to just head straight to bed standing up Jason walked passed Daybreakers room she'd left the door open. Peeking in Jason saw she was working on some work for school, knocking on the frame to get her attention Jason said "I'm heading to bed, have a good night, Day."
"You too Jason," Daybreaker answered not looking up from the work, nodding his head Jason turned and was about to leave when he heard her say "Sweet Dreams Jason."
Smiling at that Jason made his way into his room changed, plugged in his phone and crawled into bed and found himself falling asleep quickly after the long school day and the events that had happened. But it didn't take long for something out of his control to wake him as a loud crack of lightening snapped him awake and the thunder shook the house, laying there on his back and staring up at the ceiling Jason knew it would be a long while before he could find himself in the embrace of sleep again. Turning towards his phone he picked it up to check the time seeing that it was only 10:21 pm groaning he tossed it back and flipped back onto his back, when another crack of lightening and a roll of thunder shook the house again. Deciding it would be best just to close his eyes and wait for sleep to take him again Jason began to relax when a soft knocking came from his door, sitting up he looked to the door and saw Daybreaker standing there in her sleepwear a concerned look on her face she looked behind her and asked "Jason I uh hate to impose b-but-*BOOM*"
"Eeep!" Daybreaker squealed as the house shook causing her to jump slightly and shake looking at her concerned Jason hadn't seen her act like this.
"Is everything okay Daybreaker?"
"I um I uh.....well um." Daybreaker was trying too hard to bring something up something that she probably found embarrassing or a type of weakness which he figured had to do with the storm.
"You wanna bunk in here with me?" Jason ask putting as kind of smile as he could on his face, hoping he didn't accidentally look like he didn't look smug or like he was making fun of her. But his fear was quickly silenced when the mare made her way over quickly and got herself comfortable against him, deciding to take some type of initiative Jason wrapped an arm around Daybreakers waist. She stiffened only for a moment but quickly relaxed as she scooted towards him enjoying the embrace she let out a small sigh of relief, for some reason Jason felt more relaxed having Daybreaker here with him and the cuddling was very nice.
"Jason I-I hope I-I'm-"
"It's fine, the storm was doing me no favors falling asleep..........but for some reason." Jason said sleepily as he let out a slow yawn, shutting his eyes Jason found himself relaxing more and from how Daybreaker was reacting so was she.
"That's......good." Daybreaker said sleepily and from how her breathing was slowing down she was falling asleep and fast.
"Yeah.........it is," Jason murmured as he got comfortable adjusting himself only slightly as he got into a more comfortable position, he found sleep approaching he quietly whispered, "Sweet Dreams Day."
"Sweet Dream Jay." Daybreaker answered just as softly as her breathing slowed both individuals found themselves asleep and oblivious to the storm that was raging outside.
Author's Note
Emily (F) Human
Age 20
Height 5ft 1 in
Bust BB
