Brothers In Blood

CHAPTER VIII: CANTERLOT HATE

     “You feeling better now?” Clay exited the train, Applejack standing right beside him. If twilight wasn’t so stupid and ask about our… family... this would’ve never happened.

     “Better.” He grunted, looking around. Twilight ushered you all to the exit of the train station, ignoring the many eyes that set on the three of you. “These ponies dress fancy…”

     “That’s because you’re in Canterlot darling.” Rarity smiled, trotting with the rest of the main six. “This is where the rich and the fashionable live.” You and Anthony sighed. This is going to be one of those days…

     “So I’m guessing there will be more people like you?” Rarity paused, not understanding the question. Rainbow whispered something in her ear and nodded to Clay. “Oh…. Joy.”

     Exiting the train station, the three of you stood in awe. White buildings stood tall in the air, golden rooftops reflecting the bright sun. The floor was made of cobblestone, hooves making a soft *clop* as they connected. Ponies took no mind to the three of you, some in very fashionable wear. The large castle of Princess Celestia stood on the far side, long curtains with a sun and a moon imprinted on them.

     “Guys,” Twilight coughed, catching your attentions. “Welcome to Canterlot!”

     “It’s very white…” you commented, covering your visor.

     “I fucking hate it…” Clay groaned, crossing his arms. Twilight sighed, rolling her eyes. Rainbow tossed Applejack three coins, a look of annoyance in her face.

     “C’mon Clay lighten up.” You groaned, looking around the city. “Atleast it’s better than Ponyvil-“

     “MONSTER!” a mare screamed. The city went into panic, stallions covering their mares as they saw the three of you. “CALL THE GUARD!”

     “Spoke too soon.” Anthony sighed, going for his pistol. Before you could reach for your sniper Twilight put a hoof on your hand.

     “No! don’t do anything.” Twilight glanced over to Clay, Sawed-Off in hand. “I can talk to them. My brothers captain of the royal guard.”

     “Well that explains why I hate you so much…” Clay growled. A trio of gold clad stallions rushed over to your positions, stopping infront of Twilight. Pegasus soldiers flew overhead, watching your every move. Clay was getting agitated, your muscles tensing as you held your sniper rifle in hand. Before you knew it, the three of you and the main six were surrounded.

     “Twilight Sparkle,” one of the soldiers stated no emotion in his voice. “What is your business bringing these monsters of the Everfree forest to Canterlot.” Clay growled on the name monster.

     “We were summoned by Princess Celestia to bring them to her.” Twilight said in the same way. The guard looked at the three of you before nodding.

     “We shall escort you to the castle,” he sighed, nodding to the flying Pegasus. “It would’ve been wise to put these creatures in a cage but we shall not question your motives apprentice of Celestia. Follow me.” The guard lead the way to the castle, Twilight and co following behind. The three of you followed soon enough, the guards still following you. The city watched in silence, causing you to feel uneven.

     “If you guys are done staring we’d like to meet this bitch in piece!” Clay yelled. This caused the city to bust into activity, murmurs and whispers sounding like spray cans. Twilight gave him the death star, Clay returning his through his helmet.

     “You just love pissing off the world don’t you?” you grunted, causing him to chuckle.

     “I aim to please.” He patted you on your helmet, causing Anthony to chuckle. The escort of guards stopped, causing clay to sigh in response.

     “Prince Blueblood please move out of the way.” The guard grunted. A white unicorn with a blonde mane stood in front of the guards, glaring directly at Clay. “I will ask you again, remove yourse-“

     “How DARE you insult my aunt like that!” Blueblood growled, staring daggers at Clay. “To think you have the nerve to walk through canterlot like you run the place. I’m surprised these incompetent guards haven’t executed your flank!” Clay snorted, holstering his gun.

     “Listen, I’m just recovering from a hangover.” He growled. “So if you would be so kind and move your ass out of the way.” Blueblood seemed shocked by his response, Twilight and Rarity reacting the same way.

     “Clay relax…” you sighed. You already knew where this was going… Blueblood pushed his way through the guards, storming up to Clay. He slowed down as he realised how big Clay was in person. Clay was really big, you and Anthony going up to his shoulder. Blueblood only went up to his waist.

     “H-How DARE you speak to me like that!” Blueblood exclaimed, stuttering abit. “Do you know who I am?”

     “Does it look like I give a shit?” Clay growled, pushing him out of the way. The guards nodded and continued walking. But Blueblood never left.

     “I am Prince Blueblood!” He yelled, stopping infront of Clay. “And if you were smart peasant, you would kneel to one of royat-ack!” Clay grabbed Blueblood by the neck, the guards turning to face him. Some held Golden spears, pointed at Clay. You held up your Longshot, pointing it at the guards. Clay ignored the drama, just glaring at the frightened Blueblood.

     “You listen here blue waffle.” He growled. “I understand you have no fucking friends because you’re an asshole. But that doesn’t mean you’re a big shot. That means you’re a fucking asshole. Now go bother someone else.” He dropped him on the floor, walking to the direction of the castle. The guards relaxed, two helping up the traumatized Blueblood. Well that went better than expect-

     “I hope whatever parent raised you died in an accident!” Blueblood yelled, rubbing his neck. Clay stopped in his tracks, causing everyone to go silent. You holstered your sniper, Anthony doing the same. You Anthony and Applejack slowly walked over to the trembling Clay. As much as you wanted to bash Blueblood, you had other priorities. Like putting out the fire.

     “What would you know about family?” Rainbow exclaimed, causing you all to freeze. “You know the reason why you’re here Blueblood? Not because your parents thought it was a good idea! They hated you! They wanted to be nowhere near you! Clay’s parents died trying to protect him, something your parents would never do!” all eyes were on Rainbow. How did she… Blueblood grunted, glaring at the Rainbow pony. He walked up to her, Rainbow giving a small smirk. Before anyone could respond Blueblood slapped her right in the face, Rarity and Applejack helping up the hurt Pegasus. He just did no- Whoa! Clay shoved you away, grabbing Blueblood by the neck and slamming him against a wall.

     “you going to do it?” Blueblood coughed. “My guards would kill you even before you have the chance. Now go back to your group monster.” You put a hand on Clay’s arm. His muscles were tense.

     “Clay relax!” Anthony yelled, trying to pull Clay’s iron grip off of Bluebloods neck. “You’re going to kill him!” You pulled on Clay’s right arm, Anthony pulling his left. Twilight started to help, Clay’s arm turning a hue of purple. The grip around Blueblood’s neck started to tighten, causing Blueblood’s eyes to turn into pin pricks.

     “You hurt my friends…” Clay growled. “I’ll fucking kill you.”  Clay let go, Blueblood falling to the ground. He gasped for air, rubbing his sore neck. Red marks of Clay’s hands made two guards pull out steel cuffs. Clay made no resistance as the guards cuffed his arms and legs together. As the guards pushed him away, you knelt next to the horrified Blueblood.

     “Next time you insult our family.” You said coldly. You made your hand into a pistol, pointing it at his head. You made a *pow* sound, causing him to shiver.

     You may be nice at times.

     But no one insults our family.

     A guard nudged your leg, causing you to turn around.

     "Uhh excuse me," He whispered, not making anyone hear. "But what's a blue waffle?" Your laughter was his only response.