Brothers In Blood

[Note: this is a skipable chapter.]

CHAPTER VI: PARTY HARD OR DON’T PARTY AT ALL

     “What’s with the door hanging on its hinges?” Fluttershy’s house looked like a normal cottage. Excluding the obvious broken door with a boot print engraved on the surface.

     “It’s like you people don’t even listen to my stories.” Clay patted you on the head and walked into the cottage, ducking under the door frame. “FLUTTERSHY I’M BACK!” the sound of clanging pots and pans was the only response.

     “O-Oh I wasn’t expecting you to return so quickly!” The hell’s that supposed to mean? Anthony chuckled slightly.

     “Clay we do listen to your stories.” Anthony chuckled. “They always end the same. You return covered in blood with the thoughts of Anya clutching to your arm, saying ‘Oh Clay you’re my hero!’” Clay slapped his helmet, causing you to laugh.

     “You really aggressive with your brothers…” Twilight mumbled. Yeah he’s always like that. And he always has a perfect excuse.

     “It’s how I keep these plant eaters looking tough!” he chuckled. See what I mean. Twilight just shook her head, not wanting to question it further.

     “DEMON!” Anthony yelled. Fluttershy finally came from the kitchen, a small white bunny trailing behind her. “Die you spawn of Satan!” Clay grabbed him by the shoulder, stopping him in his tracks.

     “Wrong bunny genius.” He chuckled, pointing at the bunny. “Does that look like an evil bunny to you?” The small white bunny hid behind Fluttershy’s legs, its small scared eyes looking at Anthony.

     “Oh no! Angel would never hurt anyone!” Fluttershy petted the bunny on the head, angel closing his eyes in bliss. “Isn’t that right Angel bunny?” the rabbit nodded vigorously, getting a smile from the quiet mare.

     “I didn't know you came with company... What brings you all here?” Fluttershy peeped. You were going to ask what she said but Twilight interjected.

     “Well after announcing to the town that HE eats meat,” she ushered a hoof to Clay. “We came here so he can get his... what’s it called?”

     “Bacon.” All three of you said simultaneously. Twilight rolled her eyes and nodded, Fluttershy understanding this completely.

     “I-I didn’t know you liked meat…” Fluttershy stammered. Clay waved her off, taking a seat at her table. You and Anthony took your seats, Twilight the last to join. “It’s a good thing you came then! I was making some steak for the sick bear in the back.” Before she could even get the plate, Clay ran to the kitchen, returning with a plate full of cooked steak.

     “It ain’t bacon, he grunted, taking back his seat. “But meat’s meat.”

     “Wait Fluttershy you said you left the bear in the back.” Twilight commented, wincing as Clay started to take off his helmet. He noticed this and chuckled, slipping it back on. She knows what we look like, why is she scared of him? “is it a good idea to leave a bear surrounded by chickens and other animals?” A lour roar answered her question.

     “Oh my!” Fluttershy and Twilight ran outside, leaving the three of you sitting at the table. Anthony’s stomach growled, causing you and Clay to groan.

     “You gonna eat all that?” he asked. Clay slammed his helmet on the table, breathing in the air. He still has those scars from that KR accident.

     “Go eat some plants or something grass eater.” Without any interruptions, he dived into a piece of steak, not using forks or anything. You went to take a slice but Clay gave you the finger, his eyes glaring at your slowly receding hand. Asshole.

     “What’d I miss?” Rainbow flew into the cottage, a questioning look on the busted door. Her gaze set to Clay and she froze, her wings flaring up suddenly. I know Clay strikes fear in everyone’s hearts but still…

     “Eating Twilight’s cousin.” Rainbow’s eyes went into pin pricks. “I’m kidding Dashie… The hell’s up with your wings?” Rainbow blushed, pushing down her VERY stiff wings.

     “O-Oh I’ve never seen anything eat meat before!” she stuttered, taking a seat next to Clay. “It’s just a first time seeing you eat. Meat! Yeah!” Clay glanced over to her, his deadpan stare causing her to blush more. He finished his last steak and stroked her head, her blush making her whole head red. You’re going to burst a blood vessel.

     “You’re weird sometimes Dashie.” Clay grinned, putting back on his helmet. Rainbow’s wings started to slowly flare open, causing you to chuckle.

     “I think he’s slowly turning on Rainbow.” You whispered to Anthony, causing him to chuckle.

     “If a girl gets a ‘wingboner’, does that mean they’re a boy…?” He responded, causing you both to chuckle.

     “The hell you two hyena’s laughing about?” clays voice caused you both to go silent, your shoulders shaking slightly.

     “Clay watch your language.” Twilight and Fluttershy finally returned. Jeez it looks like they’ve been attacked by a bear.

     Get it?

     “Oh I’m sorry mommy Twilight,” Clay chuckled, you and Anthony trying not to laugh at the nickname. “I’ll go into my room since now I’m grounded. Oh yeah, I don’t have a room, so FUCK YOU!” You and Tony laughed, even though he had a point. Where you guys going to sleep? Clay could sleep anywhere but Anthony needs a bed…. And so do you.

     “You could stay with me!” both Rainbow and Fluttershy blurted out. Oh boy here we go. It’s the Anya-Sam wars all over again. Fluttershy sat next to Clay’s right, glaring at Rainbow.

     “I’ll probably stay over at Twilight’s since it’s in town.” Fluttershy’s head lowered, a small grin creeping on Rainbow’s face. “But I’ll pass by when I can Flutters. You’ve got the only food I’ll eat.” He lifted her chin, her soft eyes reflecting off his visor. Rainbow had a visible sign of jealousy on her face, Twilight giving her a questionable look. This is going south real quick.

     “Well it’s getting late.” You coughed, sending Fluttershy out of her trance. Clay chuckled, nodding to you. “Let’s start heading to Pinkie’s party and avoid the crowd.”

     “The whole town was invited.” Twilight commented. You and Clay groaned, getting off your seats. Good, your pistol was trying to find a way up your ass… All three of you decided to leave your weapons at Twilight’s only bringing your pistols. And Clay’s Sawed-Off.

     “Great.” He grumbled, getting off his seat. “It’s like you want me to kill everyone in Ponyville. Where’s Applejack’s barn-I find this not surprising- where’s her barn at?” after calming down the shocked Fluttershy from his remark, Twilight finally responded.

     “On the other side of Ponyville.” Clay stopped at the door and looked over his shoulder.

     “Getting tired of your shit Twilight…”

     My god towns’ people need to FUCK OFF! After about an hour and a half of walking through the frightened town, dodging thrown tomato’s and other things, you FINALLY made it to the barn. Which was on top of a hill. Surrounded by apples.

     “I think we’re here.” You groaned, breathing heavily. Anthony patted you on the back, doing the same.

     “Who’s FUCKING idea was it to put a barn ON TOP of a hill!” Clay yelled. Rainbow chuckled, flying over the three of you. “Lazy ass…. Atleast Fluttershy and twilight walked!” Fluttershy froze hearing her name, her face in the middle of sticking her tongue at Rainbow.

     “Wheres Twilight?” Anthony chuckled, looking for the purple pony.

     “She umm… teleported to the party.” Fluttershy whispered, walking up the hill with the three of you. “She got annoyed by Clay… N-Not that you’re annoying or anything you’re really nice to be around. Not that I like being around you! I mean I do! I… ummm.” Before any of you could respond, she zoomed into the I-swear-to-got-its-vibrating barn.

     “Anthony!” you glanced over at your brother, finally reaching to the barn. “What does the scouter say about her rustled level?”

     “IT’S OVER 9000!” Anthony chuckled. Clay just shook his head, opening the barn doors.

     “You guys are such kids…” all three of you chuckled, walking into the LOUDEST PARTY IN HISTORY.

     A white unicorn stood behind a mix table, a set of bass headphones around her neck. Her electric blue mane covered her dark purple glasses. Lights flashed around the darkened room, large basses littered all over the barn. Hundreds of ponies danced to the music, ignoring the three of you. The dance floor had colorful tiles, switching color with the music. Fluttershy stood at the punch table, mixing the punch bowl. That’s kind of stra-

     “The guests of honor have arrived!” the DJ hovered a mic in front of her, a small grin creeping on her face as she noticed you looking at her. Oh boy… “Now THIS PARTY CAN GET STARTED!” everyone cheered as the DJ started blasting music.

     “Either this part of the town doesn’t care,” you glanced over to Clay. “Or they’re here for the music.”

     “I’m betting on the latter.” Clay grunted. Fluttershy rushed over to you three, two red cups in her mouth.

     “Hey I’m shorry fer running earlier.” She looked down before looking back at Clay, her smile beaming. “But I got you shome drinksh!”

     “Thanks for the drinks Fluttershy.” You grunted, causing her to blush. That’s right, forgot about us huh? Clay was about to take one of her cups when Rainbow OUT OF NOWHERE!

     “Hey you lame!” Fluttershy was giving her the stare of a thousand suns. “Wanna join our drinking contest? I’ll show you how a real champ does it!”

     “YOU’RE ALWAYS THE FIRST TO STOP RAINBOW!” Applejack called from across the room. Rainbow just waved her off, looking at the three of you. You just shrugged, Anthony saying why not.

     “Time to get schooled.” Clay chucked, walking over to the table Applejack was sitting at, you and Anthony following in suit. What you didn’t see was Rainbow spitting her tongue at Fluttershy, causing her to just storm off into the party.

     OK not a good idea. You and Anthony shot down your drinks, slamming the glasses on the table.

     “OK that’s t-twenty…” you stuttered. It tasted like normal apple juice but now the alcohol was kicking in. “N-Next shot.” A loud slam made you snap out of your drunkenness. Clay had 9 bottles of Applejack Daniels infront of him, an evil grin on his face.

     “Getting schooled.” He chuckled, opening another bottle. Rainbow puked on the floor before passing out. “Getting…… Schooled.”

     “It ain’t over yet partner!” Applejack exclaimed, slamming down her bottle and opening another. Big Macintosh joined in after Clay’s first bottle, accepting his challenge. He slammed down his 9th and started opening his 10th. The crowd around you made  this a competition, the DJ glancing over at Clay’s progress every now and then.

     “Seriously, this shit’s like water!” Clay grunted, finishing his 10th. “Anything stronger than water, Applejack?” Her and Mac grinned, pulling a bottle from under the table. You barely understood Equestrian but you understood this.

     “Russian Grade Vodka.” You gasped. Anthony and the rest of the crowd doing the same. The music cut, shit just got real. Applejack drunkenly poured three shots of the Vodka, passing them to Macintosh and Clay. Clay eyed the glass, looking at the crowd. Uh oh the alcohol’s kicking in. he picked up the glass, downing it in one gulp. His eyes shot open, groaning as he clenched his chest. Applejack and Macintosh smiled.

     “Some hard stuff huh sugarcube?” applejack chuckled. “You almost won th-“ she was cut off as Clay grabbed the bottle, chugging it down.

     “HOLY SHIT!” you and Anthony both said at the same time. With one last gulp, he slammed down the empty bottle.

     “Hail…” he burped, rubbing his mouth. He put on his helmet and put a foot on the table, putting his hands on his hips. “To the FUCKING KING!” The barn exploded in cheers, Applejack and Macintosh’s faces causing you to laugh.

     “And the winner!” the DJ announced, everyone cheering louder. “Is CLAYTON CARMINE!”

     “Somewhere Cole’s so jealous.” You chuckled.

     Today was a good day.