It was early in the afternoon and things were relatively uneventful to say the least but eventually Derpy and I found the exit out of the forest.

Derpy exclaimed happily

“Yay!! We’re finally out of there! Thank you Mr.Enforcer!”

I wanted to share the same sentiment, but all I was thinking was how I am stuck on a different planet, probably for good.

She took notice of my hesitance to celebrate and tried to clear the air.

“So Mr. Enforcer, where did you come from? I’m guessing you're not from Equestria.”

I sighed knowing that this question was going to come eventually

"Well, I’m from the United States of America, but I was born in a city called miami.”

She seemed to be in deep thought for a few moments

“ So what kind of place was the United States?”

I rubbed the back of my head and responded

“To be honest it’s a shithole, at least for people like me who are at the bottom of the socioeconomic totem pole. I was orphaned at a young age and left to fend for myself on the streets. To be honest the only reason why I am still alive today is because of the crime organization I was raised by.”

Derpy looked shocked to hear how nonchalantly I admitted my shitty ass upbringing and criminal background.

“I’ve been a no good son of a bitch since I was young anyways so It’s a fitting life. I steal other’s shit and get paid for it haha! Plus I get to buy cool shit like this!” I point to my Spas-12 and Desert Eagle.

She lowered her ears and looked sympathetic to my situation and responded with a small smile

“Well mister, from what you’ve shown me you aren’t such a bad pony..”

I didn’t know how to respond. To be honest I’ve always considered myself a bad person on account of me being a part of the Grey Wolf Syndicate. But maybe just maybe..I am finally changing for the better?

“I wouldn’t say that but thanks for the sentiment I guess how’s about we head into town and get you patched up?”

Derpy perked up, and we both headed into town.

I saw other ponies closing their doors and windows when me and Derpy passed. I’m guessing I have something to do with it, but whatever. Many of the ponies still peered through their blinds and windows and stared at me with hushed whispers.

“So Derpy, I’m guessing they don’t take too well to strangers?” while I pointed at a pony staring through a window, which promptly ducked down and shut the blinds as soon as I pointed at it.

She lowered her ears in embarrassment as if to apologize for the actions of her townmates.

"Yeah, they tend to do that a lot, especially with strangers who are coming into town. But I'm sure everypony will warm up to you eventually!”

Derpy smiled reassuringly.

“Yeah, I’m sure they’ll love me."

I said sarcastically.

She frowned a bit at my comment.

I took the time to admire the town’s architecture. It reminded me of the picture books I used to read as a kid of fairy tales. It is definitely a change of pace compared to the smog of traffic and dingy apartment complexes that I’m used to.

Derpy pointed at a path enthusiastically that led to a seemingly large rustic building on the edge of town, which had a sign planted outside with a red cross.

“We’re almost there Mr. Enforcer! It’s right over there!”

I nodded in agreement and followed Derpy to the entrance of the hospital. I opened the door for her and headed inside. The hospital was eerily quiet just like the town. Though there was a pony behind the reception desk. I took a seat while I waited for her to get admitted and I heard the receptionist talk and greet Derpy.

“Good afternoon Ms. Hooves, what brings you in today?” The receptionist responded bubbly.

“Heya Nurse Redheart! I crashed on the outskirts of the Everfree forest and I think I broke one of my wings since I used it to break my fall”.

The nurse looked over her folded wings which were heavily bruised and tattered.

“I see, how were you able to get all the way out here in that kind of condition?”

Derpy looked over to me and pointed her hoof in my direction.

“Mr. Enforcer saved me from a manticore and escorted me out of the Everfree!”

She stated nonchalantly.

I waved towards Derpy and Redheart

Nurse Redheart looked very surprised and a bit fearful but she quickly regained her composure.

“I see..I’ll inform our head Doctor and I’ll escort you to the medical wing to get your injuries healed when I come back.”

Nurse redheart got up and went down the hall and came back soon after

“Ms. Hooves, Doctor Quick Stitch will see you now.”

Derpy looked at me and waved while she was being escorted to her room.

I waved back and saw Derpy being escorted by Nurse Redheart.

I decided to shut my eyes for a bit and take a nap while I wait for her to get out.

I didn’t really dream of anything. I was in my thoughts for the most part and recouping the events that have led to this.

I was woken up by a tap on the shoulder and groggily looked over to who tapped my shoulder. It was Derpy and she was completely healed up minus the cast on her wings which were in a sling.

“Wassup Derpy, How are you feeling?

I responded groggily while yawning and stretching my arms.

She smiled and outstretched her hooves to give me a hug.

“It’s still a bit sore but I feel a lot better. Thank you again Mr. Enforcer for helping me out of there”.

I tapped her hooves lightly to signal to let go.

“No problem Derpy, Thanks again for getting me out of that shitty forest haha”

She looked pensive and asked

“So, Mister Enforcer, do you have a place to stay?”

I really didn’t want to lie to her, but I didn't want to take advantage of her kindness either.

“Eh, I'll figure something out Derpy. I used to live on the streets so I am pretty used to toughing it out.” I shrugged dismissively

Derpy looked guilty and looked as if she was going to tear up but she firmly responded back

“Mister Enforcer, I don’t want you to be living on the streets! You might have had to do that back where you came from but here there’s options for you! I want to repay you for the kindness you’ve shown me and offer you a place to stay even if it's only for the night.”

I rubbed the back of my head, sighed. Fuck, I really don’t know how to respond to that. It’d be nice not to have to live off the streets and resort back to crime, but at the same time I don’t really know anything else. Goddammit, I can’t say no to her, can I? I thought.

“Fine Let’s get going then” I responded with a heavy sigh

She Perked instantly and returned to her bubbly self.

“Yeah lets!”

I followed Derpy back into town and it was around midnight by the time we arrived at her house. It was a quaint little wooden cottage on the outskirts of the city.

“Nice digs Derpy. Very Quaint”

She Smiled and quietly responded

“Thanks! I try to make it homey for me and my daughter Dinky.”

I was surprised to hear that she had a daughter, but my thoughts were interrupted by Derpy opening the door, which slowly creaked open. Derpy showed me to the couch which I gladly accepted after sleeping in a cave last night.

I folded my Spas-12’s stock and put it away in my duffle back with the safety on.

Derpy made her way to her room and waved to The Enforcer and whispered

“Goodnight Enforcer”

I gave a wave back and finally shut my eyes to rest…

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