A Falling Star in Ponyville

As the night drew on, Falling Star escorted Rarity back to her Boutique. While they walked, Star listened as Rarity told him about herself. He listened to it all and memorized every little detail. It wasn't until they stopped that he noticed her staring at him with rapt attention. "I guess you want to know all about me too." He said. "Not really, I know everything I need to know about you. You're a hardworker, a loyal friend, a kindhearted stallion, a true prince of equestria, and you love me....." Was all she managed to say before he kissed her on the lips. What happened after was a blur in both of their memories, but somehow they managed to make the walk as far as Falling Stars house. The night seemed to drag on for an eternity, as though the Princesses knew what was happening and wanted the couple to enjoy each others company as long as possible.

*

When the first light of the next day found its way into the house, Falling star woke up to find Rarity curled under a blanket with him by the fireplace. He smiled and kissed her forehead before getting up and making her favorite breakfast. As he was cooking, he thought back on what had happened last night and smiled to himself. He and Rarity had just made into his home when they started kissing passonately. Before they had gotten to the bedroom, they stopped and talked, both of them agreeing that they were moving a little quickly. After all, they had only been dating for only a single day. In the end, they had grabbed a blanket and just cuddled by the fireplace until they fell asleep.
"Star? Where are you?" Rarity called from the living room, with just the faintest hint of anxiety in her voice.
"I'm in the kitchen, Rarity." He replied. He didn't want Rarity to worry.

*

As Rarity walked into the kitchen, she paused to sniff the air. "What is that delightful scent?" She asked, coming over to Falling Star and kissing him on the cheek. "That delightful smell is breakfast on a Sunday morning." Star answered cheerfully, blushing .
"You're making breakfast?" she asked, playfully. "Eeyup." Star answered in a perfect Big Macintosh impression, making Rarity laugh.
"Breakfast made for me by a prince." Rarity mused aloud, "A mare could get used to this."
Falling Star laughed at that. He never really thought about what being a prince meant. Almost all ponies expected a prince to be, well princely. Rarity just treated him as her colt-friend, and he enjoyed that. "Bon appetite Mon Cheri." He said as he placed a plate in front of Rarity and pulled her chair out so she could sit.

*

After their breakfast, Raity and Falling Star walked around Ponyville and just enjoyed the day. Suddenly, Spike came running up to them with a sealed scroll in his hand. "Falling Star, you've got an important message from the princesses." The little dragon said as he got closer. Using magic, Star lifted the scroll from Spikes hand and opened it. Reading quickly, he soon finished the letter. "Rarity, go pack some things for a trip." "Why do I need to pack, Star?" Rarity asked, confused as to his sudden request. Star looked her in the eye and told her everything in the letter. "We have been summoned to Canterlot Castle, to have an audience with my sisters and for the official announcement of my Arrival. I'll go get the others, I need you to pack a few things, because you and I will be staying in Canterlot for a few days. Pack lightly"

*

Rarity ran off to pack her things and Falling Star made the usual rounds to gather their friends. Once he had gatered them all and explained what was happening, he raced off to his house and quickly packed his things. Once he was all packed up and ready, he made his way to Slishys house and asked him to watch his house for him. After much pleading, Slishy agreed to do so, and Star was off to the Train Station.

*

Upon arriving at the station, Falling Star was met by some of the Royal Guards. "Prince Falling Star, We have been given the honor of escorting you and your friends to Canterlot. My name is Bladed Hooves and I am the commanding officer in charge of your safety." Said the leader of the guards. "Nice to meet you Bladed." Star said as he waited for his friends to arrive. Soon, he saw them all coming. Rushing out to meet them, Star barely had time to register that the guards had placed themsleves in front of him. "What is the meaning of this, Bladed Hooves? Let me pass." He said sternly to the Guard. "I'm afraid I can't do that, sir. At least not until we check to make sure they aren't changelings in disguise." Said the soldier. "Allow me to do your job for you then." Star said angrily.

*

"Pinkie Pie, what was the first Question you asked me when I woke up in the hospital?" Star asked the Party pony. "I asked what your name was." She replied, then sneezed a bunch of confetti. "Correct"
"Rainbow Dash, what move have you and I been working on for the past three weeks?" He asked the Daredevil.
"The triple sonic rainboom with a 360 degree counterclockwise spiral" She answered "Correct"
"Twilight Sparkle, What book did I borrow from the library 3 weeks ago?"
"Mysterious Magic's and Potions for the Wandering Pony" the purple mare answered. "Correct
"Fluttershy, what animal did I help the last time i was at your cottage?"
"You helped the rabbits find fresh food so they didn't starve" The shy yellow pegasus answered. "Correct"
"AppleJack, How many apple trees did i harvest from when I started helping you and your family?"
"Twenty-five and a half. Big mac had to collect the other half." The orange Farming pony replied. "Correct"
"Rarity," he said hesitantly "what did we do last night?"
Rarity blushed a very bright red at this question. "We walked along the road, I was telling you about myself, we stopped, and then we kissed. After that we went to your house and fell asleep by the fireplace together." "Correct."
"Now let them through and let's get to Canterlot."

*

As the train slowed to a stop in Canterlot, the group noticed the force field for the first time. "Shining Armor must be on duty." Twilight said to noone in particular. The group soon got off the train and headed straight for the Castle, where Celestia and Luna would be waiting with everypony to officialy Welcome Falling Star home and name him as prince. As they troted up the streets to the castle they began to feel restless and antsy. The only two that seemed unaffected were Twilight and Falling Star. Soon, the castle loomed in front of them. Falling Star stopped and stared at the sheer majesty of the place. The only place that even measured up to this palace was, in his opinion, Rarity's Boutique. Suddenly the doors oppened and the group was ushered inside.

*

"Welcome Falling Star, Brother, Master of the Stars, Prince of Equestria; and Welcome bearers of the Elements of Harmony." Said Celestia and Luna as they entered. Everypony in Canterlot was in attendance. The Homecoming of the Prince was not something to be missed. In the corner of the room stood Shining Armor with his wife, Princess Cadence. Both looked happy to see him, though they may have been looking at Twilight instead. "Have you anything to say, brother, at this time?" Asked Luna.

"In fact, I do. I thank you Sister Luna, Princess of Equestria, Lady of the Night and Sister Celestia, Princess of Equestria, and Lady of the Day, for your most gracious welcome. Citizens of Canterlot, My Name is Falling Star. I am Your Prince and Master of the Stars. I have seen many ponies, places and things in my travels. But none, not even the Glamour of this city, have ever held me in such rapture as Ponyville. It is there that I choose to live, not here in Canterlot. I choose to work hard and earn what I get with the sweat of my brow and by the strength of my back. As I have said, I have seen many ponies, but none, not even my sisters, who i pray will forgive me, will ever match the Beauty, Grace, and Generosity of the mare you see at my side," As he said this, he looked lovingly at Rarity and she knew instantly that he was speaking of her.

*

Everypony was quiet for a few moments. Then the gathered ponies bagan to stomp their feet in applause. They had expected as much from him and they gladly accepted his decision. Soon afterward, the gathered ponies left the castle, leaving Falling Star, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Fluttershy, Twilight, Celestia, Luna, Shining Armor, and Cadence alone. After meeting Shining Armor and Cadence, the group started leaving. "Brother," called Celestia, "since you are royalty, I must insist that you have a unit of Royal Guards stationed near you, for your own protection."
"I will accept your offer, sister. But I must be allowed to choose them myself."
"Agreed. Who do you choose?"
"I wish for Bladed Hooves and his unit to be stationed in Ponyville for extra protection."
"Do you see any harm in this request, Shining Armor?" Asked Luna
"Not at all, your majesty. Bladed Hooves is an Excellent choice, and I daresay, he could use a little time in Ponyville to learn when and how to unwind." The Captain of the Guard answered.
"Then it shall be made official. Bladed Hooves and his unit are hereby tasked with providing extra security in Ponyville for the Prince and shall be henceforth known as the Guardians."