Together for Eternity

Together for Eternity

Written by Rarityfan87

Author's Note: I am going to put links to songs on YouTube, to help put you in the moment. Feel free to do it if you like, you don't have to. I usually listen to music when I read stories and I find it helps put me in the right mood. With that out the way... On to the story!

Spike arose from his deep sleep, surrounded by familiar bookshelves. He groggily stepped in front of a mirror, admiring his newly developed body and wings. His scales were now hued with a deep purple, similar to an amethyst. His spines and spikes were also darker, longer, and thicker. After he finished admiring himself, Spike decided to get breakfast ready, for Twilight and himself.

As Spike was walking downstairs, he noticed Twilight's face glued to the inside of a book titled ‘The History of Ponyville’. He decided to let her read in peace while he prepared breakfast. Pancakes and scrambled eggs sounded like a good idea.

"Twilight, breakfast is ready."

Twilight had put a bookmark in the book and had put it on the table. She reached the dining room table and was greeted by Spike.

"Hey, Twilight, how was your day, so far?"

"Going good so far, I made a lot of progress in my reading, today. How about you, Spike, how are you feeling this morning?”

“I’m doing fine, I think I'm a little taller today." Spike said as he stood up to show Twilight.

Thinking about how he'd been growing quickly, the inevitable thought came to his head.

"Hey Twilight... As you know I'm growing quite rapidly, I will have to leave o..."

"SPIKE DON'T TALK ABOUT THAT!" Twilight yelled, scaring Spike.

"I don't want to think of that day. The last thing I want to lose is my best friend and brother. I don't know how I'll be able to let you go after all those years of being together. Even though deep down I know you'll leave one day. Let's just enjoy our time together until then." Twilight said in a motherly voice.

"You're right Twilight, I need to stop thinking about that day. I need to enjoy all the moments with you and our friends."

After they finished eating breakfast, they started on their chores for the day. Chores, such as stacking books in alphabetical piles and placing them on the shelves upright, in said order.

What’s this? ‘Fashions through the Years’. I bet Rarity would love to read this book. I’ll put it my pocket and bring it to her the next time I see her. I’m sure Twilight won’t mind that I borrow this book. She never was into fashion. Come to think of it. How did Twilight procure this book in the first place? She probably just wants to have every book ever written. It wouldn’t surprise me.

Spike’s thoughts were then interrupted by Twilight.

"It looks like we're all done Spike. You can have the rest of the day off. I'm going to continue reading my book."

“I'm going to go for a walk around town Twilight."

Twilight didn't hear Spike, the book was taking all her concentration. As he was enjoying his walk, Spike couldn't help but notice the looks of hatred and fear the ponies were giving him as he was walking by them. The stores would close their doors as he walked by. Parents would pull their fillies back telling them that they don't want them near him.

Song

Why are they giving me stares of hatred? Spike was thinking as he lowered head feeling more and more depressed.

I don't know what I did to deserve this. I only helped them when they needed help, without asking for anything in return. What did I do to make them hate me like this? I have grown in height, but I'm still nowhere near the height of a full grown dragon. I knew one day this would happen. But why now? I did turn into that beast years ago. But the ponies forgave me for that and they continued to treat me as a friend. And I had grown a lot bigger then. Oh my Celestia... Spike started to get a worried look on his face.

I hope they don't see me as a beast. I'm still Spike, Twilight's number one assistant on the inside. I'm still fun and lovable...  I need to take a break from these ponies.

A smile appears on Spike's face. I know, I'll go visit Rarity. She always seems to enjoy my company. She'll know how to cheer me up.

Spike started walking towards the Carousel Boutique. Spike started feeling more depressed as he continued thinking. He started walking faster, wanting to get to the Carousel Boutique faster, he needed to see Rarity.

Twilight was right this morning, one day I will have to move out of the Library. She was subtle about it saying she wants to live with as long as possible. I don't want that day to come for years. Twilight is not the only person I'll have to leave. I'd have to leave the rest of the gang, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Fluttershy and... Rarity. That means no more Pinkie parties! No more delicious apples and apple cider from Sweet Apple Acres. No more flying races with Rainbow Dash. No more of Fluttershy's special care she had towards me. And no more... Rarity. My one love, never being able to see her anymore. How would I be able to continue living without Rarity in my life. She is the only pony I have ever loved. Without her, I would never feel joy, happiness, love, laughter the same way again...

(end song here)

Spike arrived at the Carousel Boutique. He knocked on the door twice. A blue hora surrounded the door as it opened to reveal the elegant and graceful Rarity.

“Hello Spike!”

Rarity started to grin, happy to see Spike. Their conversations always helped cheer up Rarity whenever she felt sad or lonely. She had been feeling lonely ever since Sweetie Belle had gotten her cutie mark as a singer. Sweetie had moved to Manehatton and got a record contract last year. Spike had come over often since then. He would always help Rarity make her dresses, go gem collecting or even just talk. He would always do anything to cheer her up.

“Hi Rarity!”

“Do come in.”

Rarity gestured Spike with her hoof to come in. Spike walked in and Rarity closed the door and turned the sign to closed.

“What brings you here today Spike?”

Spike had his head hung low. His depression was coming back as he was thinking of the ponies again. He said in a deep voice, no emotion could be heard.

“Twilight gave me the rest of the day off. I decided to go for a walk around town. As I was walking I couldn’t help but notice the looks of hatred the ponies were giving me. So I decided to come visit. I thought maybe you would like some company.”

Spike didn't want to tell Rarity he was also thinking about the day when he would have to leave. Rarity already knew it and he didn't want to ruin his time with Rarity. He wanted to enjoy every moment he could have with Rarity.

“I always enjoy your company Spike. I can’t believe those ponies treat you like this. You’re still Spike, the kind hearted dragon. Pay no attention to them, you did nothing wrong. It’s their downfall for not seeing you as who you really are.”

Rarity hugged Spike. Spike started blushing, he enjoyed it when his love would hug him.

“Thanks Rarity, you always know how to cheer me up.” A huge smile could be seen on Spike's face.

“No problem. You’re my friend, friends always help each other out.” Rarity did not want to let go of the hug. She enjoyed hugging Spike. She let go anyway as to not cause any suspicion.

"Are there any dresses you need help with? It might help me take my mind off of those ponies.”

“Actually yes I do! Follow me.”

Spike followed Rarity to her designing room. As they entered the room, Spike noticed there was fabric everywhere. There were elegant reds, royal blues, majestic purples and the gold fabric that Rarity loved even though it takes a lot work to make. Rarity always called her messes "organized chaos".

"You came at the perfect time, I had just gotten three orders from ponies in Canterlot."

"That's great to hear, your business seems to be doing well ever since Shining Armor and Princess Cadence's wedding."

"It has been Spike. I'm getting orders almost everyday ever since."

"So how was your day today so far?"

"It's been great. Other than the order I received today, I got a chance to sleep in today and relax. I took a nice relaxing herb bath. Could you please pass me the royal blue fabric on the table over there?" Rarity, half focused on the sewing machine pointed with her hoof to the table the fabric was laying on.

"Sure thing Rarity." Spike walked gently across the room as not to disturb Rarity's "organized chaos". He would never forgive himself if he messed up her work. Spike retrieved the fabric. Excited to be helping Rarity, he walked back a little faster. He never wanted to make a lady wait.

"Thanks!"

They had continued making the dresses all day. Luna had just risen a full moon when they were done.

“Thanks for your help Spike.”

“No problem Rarity, I always like helping you when I can.”

Rarity blushed slightly at Spike’s comment.

Rarity had a worried look on her face. Rarity just realized then that Spike must be hungry. He had eaten breakfast a long time ago.

“You must be hungry. Would you like to have supper with me?”

“I would love to.”

Rarity and Spike walked over to the kitchen. Spike trying to keep up with Rarity's magic, helped her get supper ready. For Spike, Rarity made a nice salad with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber and plenty of sapphires and rubies. She made the same salad for herself, without the gems of course. They sat down at the table. As they ate their salads, Rarity smiled as she noticed Spike was eating with elegance. He used his utensils and even used his napkin to wipe his mouth.

“That was perfect as usual.”

“Thank you. I had hoped I put enough gems.”

Spike helped Rarity clean the dishes.

Spike was getting ready to leave. Rarity couldn’t bear to have him walk back home after seeing how depressed he was.

I can't let Spike go home. The ponies will only make him depressed again. I can not let Spike get depressed again. He needs a friend right now. I'll ask him to stay over. He can sleep in Sweetie's old room. I always kept it as a bedroom in case Sweetie ever came over to visit.

“Spike... do want to sleep over here tonight? I don’t want you to have to go outside with those ponies walking around.”

“Are you sure Rarity? I don’t want to intrude.”

“Of course I’m fine with that. I like spending time with you. You can sleep in Sweetie's old room.”

“Alright, I should go tell Twilight so she won't worry about me tonight.”

"NO! Like I said, I don't want you to walk around those ponies. I'll walk you home tomorrow morning and I'll explain everything to her then."

"Alright. I just hope Twilight doesn't ring my neck tomorrow morning."

Rarity walked to the living room and sat down and sat on one of her luxurious red couches. With a look Rarity hinted Spike to come and sit beside her on the luxurious couch. Spike starting grinning as he got the hint to sit next to her.

“How have you been feeling these last few days Rarity? It’s been a year since Sweetie Belle left for Manehatton.”

“I’m feeling better. I’ve been keeping busy making dresses so that helps. I also have you to keep me company.” She said as she kissed him on the cheek. Spike blushed, not expecting that.

“How about you Spike, how have you been? Other than this morning.”

“It’s not easy living here when the ponies don’t accept me. But living with Twilight and helping her with her chores helps. And being able to visit you anytime is a bonus.”

“You’re too kind Spike.”

“It’s nice to know you still see me as a friend and not as a beast.” Spike said with happiness yet with sadness also in his voice.

“I’m so glad I make you feel better. That means a lot to me!” Rarity said with excitement in her voice.

Spike felt a lump in his ‘pocket’. He had forgotten about the book.

“Hey Rarity I found this book earlier today when I was helping Twilight stack the books back on the shelf. I thought you might like to read this with me and look at the pictures.”

Spike handed the book to Rarity.

“‘Fashion through the Years’, I would love to read this with you!”

Rarity gave the book back to Spike for him to hold and moved a little closer to Spike to see the book. Spike opened the book and held it low enough for Rarity to be able to read. Rarity had taken her glasses off the table and put them on.

“Look at this one Spike, that would look perfect on you!” Rarity said laughter in her voice.

“Yuck! That looks awful enough as is!”

“This dress looks perfect for you Rarity” Spike said giggling.

“You know I don’t like green! That dress looks simply dreadful!”

They continued going through the book. Making each other laugh as they were going through the pages. Rarity had taken a break. Her stomach was hurting from all that laughter. As she came back to reality, she noticed she was right beside Spike, too close for comfort. Her feelings for him started to invade her mind.

Oh Spike, I hope you don’t think I’m teasing you by sitting Right next to you. I like you, but it would never work out. You’re a dragon and I’m a pony. What would other ponies think of me if I went out with a dragon? What would happen to my business, my reputation? I would never be respected as a fashionista again in my life. Ponies would mock me for choosing a dragon as my special somepony. Also Spike will have to leave Ponyville one day, I would have to get used to dragon custom. He might even become the rampaging dragon again after he gets his gem collection...

Rarity snapped out of it, not wanting Spike to get suspicious about what she was thinking about. Spike and her went back to reading the book.

Song

“Do you think this purple dress would look perfect on me?”

“It would look fabulous on you Rarity. But you don’t need that dress to look perfect, you already are perfect!”

Rarity had the biggest smile she’s ever had hearing what Spike said. She always acted differently around Spike. She would always make sure that she looked her best, she always talked to him with softness in her voice, never anger. She started thinking what it would be like having Spike as her special somepony…dragon again. He had grown up, he’d matured physically and mentally. Ever since he started maturing Rarity had started sharing feelings for him as well… But it would never work out. Wait… I could not care less about what those ponies think of us being together. They are treating Spike terribly, and I have caring about them because of it. They might not be happy about it, but I love Spike, and nothing can change that. I would lose my respect as a fashionista and income would stop coming in. But Spike and I could always go gem hunting and sell them to make money. Even if it will hurt me deep down having to sell the gems instead of making a beautiful dress with them. Even when he has to leave Ponyville, he would still go hunting for gems and I could hopefully sell them to the nearest town. I trust that Spike won't become that rampaging beast. He stopped after seeing me with my Heart shaped fire ruby... I kept these feelings hidden from Spike because I thought it would never work out. I was wrong. I am going to tell him. Right now is the right time. I’m going to tell him tonight.

“Spike... I need to tell you something.”

“Yes Rarity?”

A smile formed around her face.

“I’m in love with you! I want you to be my special dragon!” She said with love in her voice.

(end song here)

Song

Spike's had his mouth open in awe. His heart started beating faster. He couldn't believe what he just heard. He never thought in a million years he would hear her say those words. He always thought that she only liked him as a good friend. This was the best moment of his life. The mare he had loved all his life just asked him to be her special pony... dragon. Not wanting to give Rarity the wrong idea Spike smiled, tears of joy formed around his eyes. He grabbed Rarity's hoof in his claw and with love in his voice said.

“I love you too Rarity! I always have. You’re the most beautiful pony I’ve ever seen. The way your mane and tale are the perfect shade of purple. The way your mane is always curled so beautifully. Your fur, a perfect white. Also you’re the most generous pony I’ve ever met. You’re beautiful on the inside as well. You are the definition of perfection. You're one in a million. I will be your special somedragon!"

“That is the most beautiful thing anyone has ever told me Spike.” Tears of happiness forming around her eyes.

Rarity started kissing Spike passionately. Spike returned the kiss. Their tongues explored each other’s mouths. Every kiss made them more and more excited.

"I love you Rarity."

"I love you too Spike."

After what seemed like an eternity of kissing. Rarity got up.

“How about we take this to the bedroom.” Rarity said in a seductive voice.

Spike's cheeks turned a bright red he was blushing so much. Spike could not believe what he heard. This was the moment he was waiting for his entire life. Spike followed Rarity upstairs into her bedroom without hesitation. As Spike entered her bedroom he noticed that her window was open.