A little too far...by TheSilentCloudChaptersPushing backGetting back upA new startPushing back“What’s wrong with you? Why can’t you do anything right?” These were the words that Derpy had been hearing all her life, ponies always seemed to find something that she had done wrong, and they just wouldn’t let up on her for it. And now here she was, being yelled at once again by somepony. She had made a simple and honest mistake, accidentally handing Dr. Whooves somepony else’s mail instead of his own. Of course, this wasn’t the first time, but he seemed to be angrier than usual. “You’re worthless! Why do they even let you work as a mailmare? You always bring me somepony else’s mail.” Dr. Whooves continued to shout at her as she sulked down with a remorseful look on her face. Why does everypony always yell at me? I don’t mean to mess everything up, I’m trying my best! I wish I could just be normal, then I wouldn’t have these stupid eyes, and my stupid self always doing stupid things. Why can’t I be normal? It was true, all Derpy’s life, she had wanted nothing more than to just be like everypony else. Her mother had told her that she was special, and she should be glad that she is different. The fillies at school, however, made her think otherwise. There wasn’t a day that went by when she wasn’t constantly teased for her eyes. “I-I’m sorry...I didn’t mean to..” Derpy tried to explain that it was all just a mistake, but she knew it wouldn’t work. She had tried to explain last time, and the time before that, both to no avail. “No you’re not. If you were sorry you wouldn’t have done this in the first place.” It seemed Dr. Whooves was keen on making Derpy feel as bad about this as he possibly could. “I’m sorry..it was all a mistake. I promise it won’t hap-” But Dr. Whooves wouldn’t listen, he cut her off mid sentence. “Don’t promise me anything! You won’t remember it.” “I..I...” Derpy desperately searched for words to explain. She just wanted this to end. She had been scolded more than her fair share of times already. She would do anything at this point just to make it stop. Only one thing came to mind. When she was back in grade school, somepony who was a regular bully to her got physical for a change. He pushed Derpy down, and started kicking her. Derpy had never been in a fight before, and thus, didn’t know what to do. She tried to get up and defend herself, but other ponies just shoved her back down and joined in on the assault. Eventually a teacher came to break up the fight. When she got home her mother had told her that if anything like that ever happens again, she should hit them back twice as hard. A few days later, a different classmate hit her, and Derpy remembered what her mother had told her. So she hit him back, right in the muzzle. He instantly ran off. She felt good, almost powerful at this. It was definitely better being on this side of the bullying. Derpy wondered if she should hit the doctor, or just yell back at him. It seemed a better option to do a bit of both. So she decided to do just that. Although Dr. Whooves continued to yell at Derpy, she couldn’t hear anything he was saying. Right now, she was focused on one thing, and that was to get payback. She looked up at his angry, still shouting face, and popped him right in the muzzle, just as she had done to that filly so many years ago. At this, Dr. Whooves was immediately taken back, he had no idea how to respond. But before he could even think of what to do next, he was tackled to the ground by a certain enraged pegasus. Dr. Whooves and Derpy tumbled a few feet into the former’s home. Derpy glared at the doctor, a look of pure anger and built up pain on her face. “What the hell is wrong with you?! Just because I’m different doesn’t mean you just get to bully me whenever I make a mistake!” Derpy shouted a bit louder than she had wanted to, but paid no attention to it. At this sudden outburst, Dr. Whooves truly didn’t know what to do. Nopony had ever yelled at him before, and he wasn’t sure how to react. After a few moments of silence, Derpy decided to continue her tantrum. “You just think you’re so special, don’t you? All because you make a lot of money. Let me tell you something, you’re not. What kind of pony treats somepony like you do just because of a few mistakes? Do you have any idea what that makes me feel like?” The doctor was completely shocked, not only had he never seen Derpy act like this, he had never seen anypony acting this way before. After a moment or two, Derpy’s words sunk in, and they hit him, hard. He hadn’t realized he had been so cruel to Derpy. She had never done anything to him, on purpose at least. The sorrow in her eyes when he had been screaming at her now registered in his mind. How could he have been so cruel? She didn’t deserve this. “I-I’m so sorry! I had no idea...” Dr. Whooves searched for a way to apologize to the mailpony, but he had no words to describe how horrible he felt right now. This was all so sudden, he didn’t know what he said had been taken to heart by Derpy. But looking back, how could she have not? Derpy hadn’t expected that type of reaction from the doctor. He almost sounded sincere. What if he really is sorry? The look on his face told Derpy just that. Still, she wasn’t quite finished yet. He still had no idea what he’d put her through. “Yeah, I’ll bet you are. I’m sure you’re just saying that so I’ll leave and not rub off my worthlessness on you, right?” Derpy said that with such hatred. She hadn’t meant to, she didn’t hate the doctor, she was just upset with him for the time being. Each word struck Dr. Whooves right in the heart, he truly felt remorse for treating Derpy in such a barbaric way. He started to feel an unusual feeling in his throat. It was like something was stopping him from breathing, he also felt something wet running down his cheeks. He was crying! The doctor hadn’t cried since he was a child, and almost forgot what it felt like. He tried to speak, to tell Derpy how sorry he was, but no words left his lips. So he just lay there, unsure of what to do. Hoping he would somehow find a way to express his remorse to the grey mare. As soon as Derpy saw the doctor was crying, she knew she had gone too far. She tried to jump off of him, but ended up stumbling and knocking over a lamp setting on a table near the front door. She almost anticipated the doctor to switch back to his angrier state and start screaming at her again, though she was surprised to see no such thing happen. She looked back over to where he had been laying to find him still there, looking up at her with such sorrowful eyes. Derpy stared at him for a brief moment before bolting out of his house and taking off towards the sky. Getting back upDerpy decided to just forget about work for the rest of the day, too much had happened. She made her way back home and threw herself into a chair at the kitchen table. She needed to think. Okay, let’s see here. I punched him in the face, tackled him to the ground, and gave him a piece of my mind. Yep, that about sums it up. But why was he crying? Did I make him cry? I’ve never made anypony cry before! I guess I kind of was a little too hard on him, maybe he was just having a bad day. I think he really was sorry for everything. I shouldn’t have been so harsh. Now he probably hates me! What do I do? Derpy’s mind continued to wander as she replayed the events of earlier that day over and over in her head. She felt bad for having been so harsh on him, but at the same time she couldn’t help but also feel like he deserved it. He had been rather cruel to her, and he likely would have continued as such unless she did something about it. Perhaps she just went a little too far. Dr. Whooves lay silent for nearly 15 minutes after Derpy had flown off. He was still in complete shock from the sudden outburst from the normally calm mailmare. He was also still trying to make sense of how he could have been so cruel to somepony, especially somepony so undeserving of such cruelty such as Derpy. He was better than that, so why did he ever do it? Alright, alright, I may of had a bad day at work, but I shouldn’t have taken it out on Derpy. She didn’t do anything! What have I done? I’m a monster! I hurt that innocent pony’s feelings, and for what!? Bringing me somepony else’s mail? What’s wrong with me? The doctor had never felt like this before. He had never been so mean to anypony before, especially when they didn’t deserve it. So why had Derpy been an exception? He felt horrible for what he had done. He’d never felt so guilty before, and felt the need to make it up to Derpy. Okay, okay, I can make this right! Let’s see, how can I make it up to her? Hmm, well she likes muffins, a lot. So I’ll buy her a ton of muffins! What else? Flowers! Mares like flowers! Maybe I could take her out to dinner? Yes, I think that will work. Hopefully she’ll forgive me, I still can’t believe I was so rude to her. Dr. Whooves made his way into town to pick up the necessary things. He first made his way to Sugarcube Corner to get the muffins. Once inside, he was greeted by... an empty counter? That was odd, the store was still open. I suppose the cashier is probably in the kitchen, bringing out more sweets. I’ll just ring the bell on the counter. He made his way over to the counter, and began to smack his hoof down on the shiny object. But before he could make contact, he was interrupted by a certain pink pony. “Hello there! Welcome to Sugarcube Corner! Hey I know you! You’re that doctor that helps all those people at the hospital! Wow, I’ve never seen you off work before!” Shouted the pink pony. “Oh uhm yes, thank you.” The doctor was a bit taken back by the appearance of the pink pony. She was covered in cupcake frosting, and had flour all over her face and in her mane. She also wore the largest smile he had ever seen before. “What can I get for you? A cake? Two cakes? Ooh how about some cupcakes? Ooh ooh! Why don’t you get cakes and cupcakes?” Said the pink pony faster than the doctor thought was possible. As if to take him back even further, with each new word the ecstatic pony said, her smile grew wider. “Actually I’m here for some muffins.” Explained the doctor, still not sure how it was possible for one to smile half as wide as the pony in front of him was. “Ooh great! I love muffins! What kind did you want?” Asked the pink pony, smiling even wider than before. With that question, the doctor’s mind went blank. Oh hay! What’s her favorite kind? On no I forgot! She eats muffins all the time when she gives me my mail, let’s see. What kind does she always have? “Uhm wel-” The doctor began as he looked back up at the pink pony. However, he was instead greeted by four baskets of muffins resting on the counter. Each basket was filled with one dozen blueberry muffins. Blueberry! That was it! Her favorite! But before he could do anything else, something overpowered his train of thought. “Wait. How did you know?” Asked a completely dumbfounded doctor. “Don’t you worry about that!” Responded the pink pony. “That’ll be 45 bits, please!” “Yeah... okay” Said the doctor as he fetched the bits from his pouch. “Thank you.” He said while grabbing the baskets and gently placing them in his satchel. “Don’t mention it!” Shouted the pink pony as she disappeared back into the kitchen. Alright, well that definitely wasn’t weird. Now for the flowers. Dr. Whooves made his way over to the florist shop and was greeted by a mare whose coat was a lovely shade of crimson. Her Cutie Mark consisted of two roses. “Hi there! How can I help you?” She asked in a sweet voice. “I’m here for one dozen red roses please.” Dr. Whooves responded quickly. “Alright. Coming right up.” She said as she ducked behind the counter, reappearing a few moments later with the roses in her mouth. She carefully laid them on the counter. “That’ll be 15 bits, sir.” “Here you go.” The doctor responded placing the bits on the counter and grabbing the flowers, placing them in his satchel alongside the muffins. “Thanks.” He said while walking out the door. Well, that was much easier than getting the muffins was. Now, on to the next thing. Dr. Whooves searched his memory for what was planned next, as soon as he remembered what it was, his face turned pale. Uh oh. I’m not sure I can ask her out to dinner! What if she’s still angry with me? Oh what they hay! I have to at least tell her I’m sorry. And with that, the doctor made his way over to Derpy’s house, hoping she was home. Derpy was still sitting in her chair at the kitchen table. She didn’t know what else to do, so she just sat there and kept thinking about what had happened earlier. She had cooled down by now, but was still a bit shocked by her own actions, and the reactions she got from them. I hope he doesn’t hate me! I didn’t mean to snap like that, I shouldn’t have hit him! Why did I do that? Stupid, stupid, stupid! Derpy banged her head against the table in a rage, after several hits, she realized that it was starting to really hurt, so she stopped. However, she was surprised to hear several more loud bangs even after she had stopped. After a few moments, she realized the unexplained bangs were being cause by actually somepony knocking at her front door. Who the hay could that be? Derpy wondered as she got up and walked to her door. Upon opening it, she nearly gasped from the scene in front of her. Dr. Whooves was standing in front of her, looking very nervous and almost sweating. In one hoof, he was holding a dozen of the prettiest red roses Derpy had ever seen, in the other, he was barely managing to hold on to four baskets, each full of a dozen blueberry muffins. Derpy stared at him for a long time, confusion dominating her mind. What’s he doing here? “Hello Derpy.” Dr. Whooves said in a very nervous voice, he was nearly shaking. He tried his best to smile at the mare in front of him. She doesn’t look angry anymore, maybe she’ll forgive me! Yes, I don’t think she’s mad anymore. She looks much more calm now, and peaceful and so..so beautiful. Wait what?! “Hi” Derpy responded, still trying to figure out what he was doing here. “What..what do you want?” She asked trying not to sound angry. “I uhm...I wanted to apologize for earlier. And for all the times before.” He said with the best smile he could muster, while holding out the roses for Derpy to accept. Derpy grabbed the roses and smelled them, they were beautiful. She smiled back at him. Wow, he really is sorry. I knew I was too hard on him, I shouldn’t have made him cry. But now he’s here, bringing me roses and muffins-wait muffins?! “Are those blueberry?!” Derpy asked in a very excited voice, while pointing at the baskets of muffins. Dr. Whooves chuckled softly. “Why yes they are.” Derpy’s smile grew even wider upon hearing this. “Blueberry is my favorite!” She exclaimed. “May I come in?” The doctor asked, trying to return the smile he was being given. “Sure!” Derpy said ecstatically, gesturing for him to come inside. The doctor smiled at her calmly and stepped inside. “Where do you want me to set these muffins down at?” He asked as he followed her into the kitchen. “On the counter is fine.” She said as she placed the roses in a glass of water. She then sat back down in the seat she had been in for the past few hours and motioned for Dr. Whooves to sit in the seat across from her. After getting situated in the seat, the doctor turned his attention back to his host. “So, does this mean you forgive my rude behavior from earlier?” He asked, hoping for the best. “Of course! You brought me muffins! I love muffins!” Derpy stated, smiling happily at him. Oh right, I should apologize too while he’s here. “I’m sorry too, I didn’t mean to hit you.” Derpy said as she looked towards the floor, avoiding eye contact. “Oh that’s quite alright, I deserved to have been hit. I forgive you.” The doctor said assuringly. Oh this is wonderful! Now all this guilt will just wash away. I’m lucky this happened with Derpy. I don’t think anypony else would have forgiven me this quickly. I’m lucky Derpy is such an amazing, cute mare. What the hay?! I did it again! “Yay!” Derpy shouted while flying up out of her chair and across the table to where Dr. Whooves was, surprising him with a welcoming hug. Oh my, she’s so warm. And soft... The hug ended all too soon for Dr. Whooves, who had enjoyed the touch of the grey mailmare all too well. Pushing aside the thought, he returned to his host, who was smiling wildly at him. He couldn’t help but feel happy in her presence. How could I not have seen what a wonderful mare Derpy is before? She’s so happy. Well, when I’m not fussing at her that is. Oh right, dinner. I’ve got to ask her out to dinner. “So Derpy, I was wondering if you’d like to go out to dinner with me tonight? If you’re free that is.” The doctor asked, hoping she would say yes. He found himself wanting to spend more time with the mare, if just to see her smile. However, instead of a verbal answer, Derpy tackled him to the ground for the second time that day. Dr. Whooves was afraid he had upset her again, but after a moment he realized this was not a brutal attack, it was another welcoming hug, of which he returned gladly. After the hug had passed and the two ponies sat back down, Dr. Whooves looked back up to Derpy, who was doing the same to him while smiling. “Great! So I’ll stop by here around 5:30 if that’s alright with you?” The doctor asked while returning to smile Derpy wouldn’t stop giving him. “Yay! I’ll see you then.” Derpy said while looking back into the doctor’s eyes. “Alright. Bye then.” Dr. Whooves said as he made his way towards the door. “Bye!” Derpy said while waving at him as he made his leave. There’s something about that mare that just makes me feel happy. I’ve never noticed it before, but she’s really a wonderful pony. I’m glad I made amends with her. She actually is quite cute. Wha- oh why even bother? She’s beautiful! The doctor couldn’t stop thinking about her as he made his way home, hopelessly entranced by the gray pegasus. A new startI hope he gets here soon! I can’t wait to see him again. Derpy found herself thinking about Dr. Whooves ever since he had left. She just couldn’t stop thinking about him, not that she wanted to, but still. He was just so kind to her now, it was kind of strange really. He had always been kind of a bully to her, but ever since she had been a bully back, he was nothing short of a sweetheart to her. Dr. Whooves was walking through Derpy’s yard, making his way to her front door. Once he was there, he stopped. Okay, okay, you can do this! Just don’t think about how pretty she is and you’ll be fine. You can do this, just don’t think about it. He hesitated for another few moments before finally working up the courage to knock on her front door. He was surprised to see it open almost immediately. Before him he saw the same grey mailpony from earlier that evening, only something was different about her. Her mane was tied up in a bun, and she was wearing makeup. She was also wearing a sky blue dress that hugged her body so perfectly. Dr. Whooves was practically drooling over her and could think of only one thing. Oh Celestia! She’s beautiful! “Hi Dr. Whooves!” Derpy shouted a bit nervously as she watched him staring at her. Hearing the beautiful pegasus shouting his name snapped Dr. Whooves out of his trance-like stare and he was sucked back in o reality. “Oh uh hi Derpy.” He said while trying to hide a blush. After seeing Dr. Whooves’s blush, Derpy tried to stifle a giggle from escaping her lips. “So, are you ready to go?” She asked while smiling. Dr. Whooves let out a slight chuckle as he realized he wasn’t too good at hiding blushes. “Yes, if you are?” He said in response. “Alright let’s go then!” Derpy shouted as she smiled at him, accidentally locking eyes with the stallion in front of her. He’s so sweet! And he’s kind of cute too! Derpy thought as the two continued to gaze into each other’s eyes, lost in their own little world. Oh she’s just so cute! Even her lazy eye is adorable! Dr. Whooves smiled wildly as he stared into Derpy’s eyes, simply lost in the beauty of the mare before him. Derpy was the first to snap back to reality, though she continued to watch him stare at her for a few moments before he came to as well. She giggled a second time as he blushed more heavily than before. “Well, we should get going then.” She said as she started to walk forward while he followed behind her. After a short walk, the two made their way to a diner on the far side of Ponyville. They were happy to see that it was empty, save for the few employees that worked there. They were greeted by a handsome looking stallion, who spoke with a heavy country accent. “Hello and welcome! Please follow me and we’ll get you to your seats.” He said with a bit more enthusiasm than he showed in his face. He led them to a small table by the window. “What would you like to drink?” He asked while readying his pen and paper. “I’ll just have some water.” Derpy stated flatly, not taking her eyes of off Dr. Whooves. “Yeah same here.” The doctor responded, smiling at Derpy from across the table. “Of course. I’ll be right back.” Their waiter said as he hurried off. “So, you seem to be happier than usual Derpy. Care to explain why?” Dr. Whooves asked as he kept staring at Derpy. “Oh um, I guess I’m just glad we’re friends now.” Derpy said as she found herself to be the one blushing now. Dr. Whooves took note of this and smiled at her. “Yeah, so am I.” He said back to her. The two found themselves to be staring directly at each other again in complete and blissful silence. That is, of course, until their waiter returned with their drinks. “Here you go! Are you ready to order?” He asked while placing their drinks in front of them. The two realized they hadn’t even looked at their menus. “Um I’ll just have a small salad.” Derpy answered. “Uh, yeah I’ll have one too.” Dr. Whooves said. “Coming right up!” The waiter said as he walked off to give their orders to the cook. Dr. Whooves decided to speak up after a moment or two of unwanted silence. “Ah! I haven’t told you how beautiful you look in that dress! And you’re mane looks gorgeous the way you’re wearing it right now.” He said while smiling at her. Derpy returned the smile and blushed some after hearing the doctor call her beautiful. “Oh, well thanks! I just wanted to wear something nice for tonight.” She said in response. Oh my gosh! He called me beautiful! He’s so sweet to me. She thought while looking right at the doctor. “You certainly look nice.” Dr. Whooves said while smiling and staring back a Derpy. I think I might be falling for her! She’s just so beautiful and sweet and she’s just the perfect mare. I wonder if she could return the feelings? He thought as he looked at the beautiful mare. “Thank you!” Derpy said, barely keeping down a blush. Does he like me? I think I like him, but what if he doesn’t feel the same way? Derpy thought about how nice the doctor was to her and couldn’t stop smiling at the thought of the two of them being together. Dr. Whooves noticed her smiling uncontrollably. “What’s got you smiling like that?” He asked as he couldn’t help but smiling back. “Oh I was just thinking.” Derpy said back. “About what?” The doctor asked. Derpy thought about if she should tell the doctor how she felt or not. After a few moments she decided to do as her heart told her. She sighed and took a deep breath. “I was just thinking that.. um, maybe I was starting to lik-” “Food’s here!” The waiter interrupted as he sat down their food in front of them. Dr. Whooves was a bit irritated that they had been interrupted, but decided not to take it out on the waiter. “Thank you.” He forced himself to say. The waiter walked off and left the two alone to enjoy their meals as well as each other’s company. Dr. Whooves looked down at his salad and thought that it looked good enough for what it was worth. He then turned his attention back to Derpy, who had just finished looking at her own salad before tilting her head back up to meet Dr. Whooves’s eyes. “So, what were you about to say?” He asked her without losing eye contact. Derpy turned a bit pale at the question. I can’t! I can’t do it! I don’t think this is the right time. Maybe I’ll get the chance to tell him later tonight, yes, I’ll tell him later. “Oh, nothing! Nevermind.” Derpy quickly said, hoping the doctor would believe her. Dr. Whooves noticed Derpy acting a tad bit strange, but decided not to concern himself with it right now. They were here to have fun and enjoy themselves. He would ask Derpy about it later, if she wanted to talk about it, that is. “Oh, uh alright then. This salad looks good! I guess we better start eating then.” He said still looking at Derpy and smiling as he grabbed his fork between his hooves and began to sift through his meal. Derpy smiled at him, and did the same. The two of them sat in silence for a few minutes as they ate. The food was good and they more than enjoyed each other’s company. After they were done, the waiter came back with the bill. Dr. Whooves paid for it, of course. “So, are you ready to go?” Derpy asked Dr. Whooves as he gave the waiter a few bits as a tip. “Uh yeah, I guess I’m ready. Let’s go.” He said a bit disappointed, not wanting to have to depart from Derpy. They walked out of the restaurant and Dr. Whooves walked Derpy home. After a few minutes, they arrived at her front door. Derpy stopped and turned around to look at Dr. Whooves. “Well, I had a great time tonight! Did you have a good time?” He asked, smiling and looking directly into her eyes. “Yes, I did.” She said, looking back at him. “Well, I guess I’ll head home then. It was good seeing you.” He said, disappointment plastered on his face. “Wait!” Derpy shouted at him. “Could you, um stay a little longer?” She asked, hoping he would want to stay. At this, the doctor’s face lit up with excitement. “Of course I could!” He said smiling widely at Derpy. He followed her into her home, and she gestured for him to sit on the couch next to her. I have to tell him! I just have to! I’m sure he’ll like me too, I just have to say it. Come on! You can do this! Derpy really wanted to tell the doctor about her feelings, but she could only hope he felt the same way. Derpy looked up at Dr. Whooves, who was smiling back at her. “Dr. Whooves? I um, I have to tell you something.” Derpy said shyly. “Of course Derpy. What’s on your mind?” He asked. Derpy sighed and took a deep breath. “I uh, I think I um...I think I like y-” She was silenced by a hoof softly being placed over her lips. She looked up at the doctor, confusion struck on her face. He just softly smiled at her, and brought his lips to her ear. “Shhh. I know Derpy, I know.” He whispered quietly. She looked up at him, half worried and half excited. Does he like me too? Oh please Celestia! Let him like me too! She thought while staring into his eyes. However, instead of the doctor saying something to her as she had wished, he just stared deeply into her eyes. This only made Derpy want him that much more. She wouldn’t be able to take her eyes away from his even if she wanted to. The suspense was killing her. Why won’t he say anything! Why’s he doing this? Dr. Whooves couldn’t believe how beautiful Derpy looked right now. He could stare at her for hours if he wanted to. However right now, there was something more important to do. He changed his gaze from Derpy’s eyes to her lips. They looked so soft and inviting. He couldn’t wait any longer. He slowly inched his lips closer to her’s. Quickly closing the distance between them, stopping only a fraction of a millimeter away from his target. He looked up at Derpy, whose eyes were closed and happiness struck on her face. This was just too perfect. He planted his lips on Derpy’s, locking them in a warm embrace. They dove into each other with nothing but pure excitement and happiness. The kiss brought them closer to each other than ever before, both physically and emotionally. They stay locked onto each other’s lips for minutes, never once even stopping for breath. This was much more important to them than breathing ever could be. Though after several more moments, they realised if they kept this up any longer, they would end up passing out from lack of oxygen. Dr. Whooves slowly pulled his lips away from Derpy’s. Neither of them wanting the kiss to end. As the two of them slowly gasped for breath, they stayed locked into each other’s gaze. They lay like this for several minutes, simply looking at each other, not saying a word. Though when Derpy finally broke the silence, it almost gave Dr. Whooves a heart attack. “So, does this mean you like me too?” Derpy shyly said, though still not taking her eyes off of his. Dr. Whooves chuckled to himself and smiled more sincerely than he thought he ever had before. “Yes Derpy, I like you too.” He said, giving her a comforting hug. Derpy’s face lit up with pure happiness. “Yay!” She shouted, more happy than she had been in a very long time. They lay there, locked in each other’s embrace for what seemed like hours. Eventually, Dr. Whooves noticed that Derpy had fallen asleep in his arms. He planted a kiss on her forehead, and stared at her for a few moments. She’s just so cute!
Pushing back“What’s wrong with you? Why can’t you do anything right?” These were the words that Derpy had been hearing all her life, ponies always seemed to find something that she had done wrong, and they just wouldn’t let up on her for it. And now here she was, being yelled at once again by somepony. She had made a simple and honest mistake, accidentally handing Dr. Whooves somepony else’s mail instead of his own. Of course, this wasn’t the first time, but he seemed to be angrier than usual. “You’re worthless! Why do they even let you work as a mailmare? You always bring me somepony else’s mail.” Dr. Whooves continued to shout at her as she sulked down with a remorseful look on her face. Why does everypony always yell at me? I don’t mean to mess everything up, I’m trying my best! I wish I could just be normal, then I wouldn’t have these stupid eyes, and my stupid self always doing stupid things. Why can’t I be normal? It was true, all Derpy’s life, she had wanted nothing more than to just be like everypony else. Her mother had told her that she was special, and she should be glad that she is different. The fillies at school, however, made her think otherwise. There wasn’t a day that went by when she wasn’t constantly teased for her eyes. “I-I’m sorry...I didn’t mean to..” Derpy tried to explain that it was all just a mistake, but she knew it wouldn’t work. She had tried to explain last time, and the time before that, both to no avail. “No you’re not. If you were sorry you wouldn’t have done this in the first place.” It seemed Dr. Whooves was keen on making Derpy feel as bad about this as he possibly could. “I’m sorry..it was all a mistake. I promise it won’t hap-” But Dr. Whooves wouldn’t listen, he cut her off mid sentence. “Don’t promise me anything! You won’t remember it.” “I..I...” Derpy desperately searched for words to explain. She just wanted this to end. She had been scolded more than her fair share of times already. She would do anything at this point just to make it stop. Only one thing came to mind. When she was back in grade school, somepony who was a regular bully to her got physical for a change. He pushed Derpy down, and started kicking her. Derpy had never been in a fight before, and thus, didn’t know what to do. She tried to get up and defend herself, but other ponies just shoved her back down and joined in on the assault. Eventually a teacher came to break up the fight. When she got home her mother had told her that if anything like that ever happens again, she should hit them back twice as hard. A few days later, a different classmate hit her, and Derpy remembered what her mother had told her. So she hit him back, right in the muzzle. He instantly ran off. She felt good, almost powerful at this. It was definitely better being on this side of the bullying. Derpy wondered if she should hit the doctor, or just yell back at him. It seemed a better option to do a bit of both. So she decided to do just that. Although Dr. Whooves continued to yell at Derpy, she couldn’t hear anything he was saying. Right now, she was focused on one thing, and that was to get payback. She looked up at his angry, still shouting face, and popped him right in the muzzle, just as she had done to that filly so many years ago. At this, Dr. Whooves was immediately taken back, he had no idea how to respond. But before he could even think of what to do next, he was tackled to the ground by a certain enraged pegasus. Dr. Whooves and Derpy tumbled a few feet into the former’s home. Derpy glared at the doctor, a look of pure anger and built up pain on her face. “What the hell is wrong with you?! Just because I’m different doesn’t mean you just get to bully me whenever I make a mistake!” Derpy shouted a bit louder than she had wanted to, but paid no attention to it. At this sudden outburst, Dr. Whooves truly didn’t know what to do. Nopony had ever yelled at him before, and he wasn’t sure how to react. After a few moments of silence, Derpy decided to continue her tantrum. “You just think you’re so special, don’t you? All because you make a lot of money. Let me tell you something, you’re not. What kind of pony treats somepony like you do just because of a few mistakes? Do you have any idea what that makes me feel like?” The doctor was completely shocked, not only had he never seen Derpy act like this, he had never seen anypony acting this way before. After a moment or two, Derpy’s words sunk in, and they hit him, hard. He hadn’t realized he had been so cruel to Derpy. She had never done anything to him, on purpose at least. The sorrow in her eyes when he had been screaming at her now registered in his mind. How could he have been so cruel? She didn’t deserve this. “I-I’m so sorry! I had no idea...” Dr. Whooves searched for a way to apologize to the mailpony, but he had no words to describe how horrible he felt right now. This was all so sudden, he didn’t know what he said had been taken to heart by Derpy. But looking back, how could she have not? Derpy hadn’t expected that type of reaction from the doctor. He almost sounded sincere. What if he really is sorry? The look on his face told Derpy just that. Still, she wasn’t quite finished yet. He still had no idea what he’d put her through. “Yeah, I’ll bet you are. I’m sure you’re just saying that so I’ll leave and not rub off my worthlessness on you, right?” Derpy said that with such hatred. She hadn’t meant to, she didn’t hate the doctor, she was just upset with him for the time being. Each word struck Dr. Whooves right in the heart, he truly felt remorse for treating Derpy in such a barbaric way. He started to feel an unusual feeling in his throat. It was like something was stopping him from breathing, he also felt something wet running down his cheeks. He was crying! The doctor hadn’t cried since he was a child, and almost forgot what it felt like. He tried to speak, to tell Derpy how sorry he was, but no words left his lips. So he just lay there, unsure of what to do. Hoping he would somehow find a way to express his remorse to the grey mare. As soon as Derpy saw the doctor was crying, she knew she had gone too far. She tried to jump off of him, but ended up stumbling and knocking over a lamp setting on a table near the front door. She almost anticipated the doctor to switch back to his angrier state and start screaming at her again, though she was surprised to see no such thing happen. She looked back over to where he had been laying to find him still there, looking up at her with such sorrowful eyes. Derpy stared at him for a brief moment before bolting out of his house and taking off towards the sky.
Getting back upDerpy decided to just forget about work for the rest of the day, too much had happened. She made her way back home and threw herself into a chair at the kitchen table. She needed to think. Okay, let’s see here. I punched him in the face, tackled him to the ground, and gave him a piece of my mind. Yep, that about sums it up. But why was he crying? Did I make him cry? I’ve never made anypony cry before! I guess I kind of was a little too hard on him, maybe he was just having a bad day. I think he really was sorry for everything. I shouldn’t have been so harsh. Now he probably hates me! What do I do? Derpy’s mind continued to wander as she replayed the events of earlier that day over and over in her head. She felt bad for having been so harsh on him, but at the same time she couldn’t help but also feel like he deserved it. He had been rather cruel to her, and he likely would have continued as such unless she did something about it. Perhaps she just went a little too far. Dr. Whooves lay silent for nearly 15 minutes after Derpy had flown off. He was still in complete shock from the sudden outburst from the normally calm mailmare. He was also still trying to make sense of how he could have been so cruel to somepony, especially somepony so undeserving of such cruelty such as Derpy. He was better than that, so why did he ever do it? Alright, alright, I may of had a bad day at work, but I shouldn’t have taken it out on Derpy. She didn’t do anything! What have I done? I’m a monster! I hurt that innocent pony’s feelings, and for what!? Bringing me somepony else’s mail? What’s wrong with me? The doctor had never felt like this before. He had never been so mean to anypony before, especially when they didn’t deserve it. So why had Derpy been an exception? He felt horrible for what he had done. He’d never felt so guilty before, and felt the need to make it up to Derpy. Okay, okay, I can make this right! Let’s see, how can I make it up to her? Hmm, well she likes muffins, a lot. So I’ll buy her a ton of muffins! What else? Flowers! Mares like flowers! Maybe I could take her out to dinner? Yes, I think that will work. Hopefully she’ll forgive me, I still can’t believe I was so rude to her. Dr. Whooves made his way into town to pick up the necessary things. He first made his way to Sugarcube Corner to get the muffins. Once inside, he was greeted by... an empty counter? That was odd, the store was still open. I suppose the cashier is probably in the kitchen, bringing out more sweets. I’ll just ring the bell on the counter. He made his way over to the counter, and began to smack his hoof down on the shiny object. But before he could make contact, he was interrupted by a certain pink pony. “Hello there! Welcome to Sugarcube Corner! Hey I know you! You’re that doctor that helps all those people at the hospital! Wow, I’ve never seen you off work before!” Shouted the pink pony. “Oh uhm yes, thank you.” The doctor was a bit taken back by the appearance of the pink pony. She was covered in cupcake frosting, and had flour all over her face and in her mane. She also wore the largest smile he had ever seen before. “What can I get for you? A cake? Two cakes? Ooh how about some cupcakes? Ooh ooh! Why don’t you get cakes and cupcakes?” Said the pink pony faster than the doctor thought was possible. As if to take him back even further, with each new word the ecstatic pony said, her smile grew wider. “Actually I’m here for some muffins.” Explained the doctor, still not sure how it was possible for one to smile half as wide as the pony in front of him was. “Ooh great! I love muffins! What kind did you want?” Asked the pink pony, smiling even wider than before. With that question, the doctor’s mind went blank. Oh hay! What’s her favorite kind? On no I forgot! She eats muffins all the time when she gives me my mail, let’s see. What kind does she always have? “Uhm wel-” The doctor began as he looked back up at the pink pony. However, he was instead greeted by four baskets of muffins resting on the counter. Each basket was filled with one dozen blueberry muffins. Blueberry! That was it! Her favorite! But before he could do anything else, something overpowered his train of thought. “Wait. How did you know?” Asked a completely dumbfounded doctor. “Don’t you worry about that!” Responded the pink pony. “That’ll be 45 bits, please!” “Yeah... okay” Said the doctor as he fetched the bits from his pouch. “Thank you.” He said while grabbing the baskets and gently placing them in his satchel. “Don’t mention it!” Shouted the pink pony as she disappeared back into the kitchen. Alright, well that definitely wasn’t weird. Now for the flowers. Dr. Whooves made his way over to the florist shop and was greeted by a mare whose coat was a lovely shade of crimson. Her Cutie Mark consisted of two roses. “Hi there! How can I help you?” She asked in a sweet voice. “I’m here for one dozen red roses please.” Dr. Whooves responded quickly. “Alright. Coming right up.” She said as she ducked behind the counter, reappearing a few moments later with the roses in her mouth. She carefully laid them on the counter. “That’ll be 15 bits, sir.” “Here you go.” The doctor responded placing the bits on the counter and grabbing the flowers, placing them in his satchel alongside the muffins. “Thanks.” He said while walking out the door. Well, that was much easier than getting the muffins was. Now, on to the next thing. Dr. Whooves searched his memory for what was planned next, as soon as he remembered what it was, his face turned pale. Uh oh. I’m not sure I can ask her out to dinner! What if she’s still angry with me? Oh what they hay! I have to at least tell her I’m sorry. And with that, the doctor made his way over to Derpy’s house, hoping she was home. Derpy was still sitting in her chair at the kitchen table. She didn’t know what else to do, so she just sat there and kept thinking about what had happened earlier. She had cooled down by now, but was still a bit shocked by her own actions, and the reactions she got from them. I hope he doesn’t hate me! I didn’t mean to snap like that, I shouldn’t have hit him! Why did I do that? Stupid, stupid, stupid! Derpy banged her head against the table in a rage, after several hits, she realized that it was starting to really hurt, so she stopped. However, she was surprised to hear several more loud bangs even after she had stopped. After a few moments, she realized the unexplained bangs were being cause by actually somepony knocking at her front door. Who the hay could that be? Derpy wondered as she got up and walked to her door. Upon opening it, she nearly gasped from the scene in front of her. Dr. Whooves was standing in front of her, looking very nervous and almost sweating. In one hoof, he was holding a dozen of the prettiest red roses Derpy had ever seen, in the other, he was barely managing to hold on to four baskets, each full of a dozen blueberry muffins. Derpy stared at him for a long time, confusion dominating her mind. What’s he doing here? “Hello Derpy.” Dr. Whooves said in a very nervous voice, he was nearly shaking. He tried his best to smile at the mare in front of him. She doesn’t look angry anymore, maybe she’ll forgive me! Yes, I don’t think she’s mad anymore. She looks much more calm now, and peaceful and so..so beautiful. Wait what?! “Hi” Derpy responded, still trying to figure out what he was doing here. “What..what do you want?” She asked trying not to sound angry. “I uhm...I wanted to apologize for earlier. And for all the times before.” He said with the best smile he could muster, while holding out the roses for Derpy to accept. Derpy grabbed the roses and smelled them, they were beautiful. She smiled back at him. Wow, he really is sorry. I knew I was too hard on him, I shouldn’t have made him cry. But now he’s here, bringing me roses and muffins-wait muffins?! “Are those blueberry?!” Derpy asked in a very excited voice, while pointing at the baskets of muffins. Dr. Whooves chuckled softly. “Why yes they are.” Derpy’s smile grew even wider upon hearing this. “Blueberry is my favorite!” She exclaimed. “May I come in?” The doctor asked, trying to return the smile he was being given. “Sure!” Derpy said ecstatically, gesturing for him to come inside. The doctor smiled at her calmly and stepped inside. “Where do you want me to set these muffins down at?” He asked as he followed her into the kitchen. “On the counter is fine.” She said as she placed the roses in a glass of water. She then sat back down in the seat she had been in for the past few hours and motioned for Dr. Whooves to sit in the seat across from her. After getting situated in the seat, the doctor turned his attention back to his host. “So, does this mean you forgive my rude behavior from earlier?” He asked, hoping for the best. “Of course! You brought me muffins! I love muffins!” Derpy stated, smiling happily at him. Oh right, I should apologize too while he’s here. “I’m sorry too, I didn’t mean to hit you.” Derpy said as she looked towards the floor, avoiding eye contact. “Oh that’s quite alright, I deserved to have been hit. I forgive you.” The doctor said assuringly. Oh this is wonderful! Now all this guilt will just wash away. I’m lucky this happened with Derpy. I don’t think anypony else would have forgiven me this quickly. I’m lucky Derpy is such an amazing, cute mare. What the hay?! I did it again! “Yay!” Derpy shouted while flying up out of her chair and across the table to where Dr. Whooves was, surprising him with a welcoming hug. Oh my, she’s so warm. And soft... The hug ended all too soon for Dr. Whooves, who had enjoyed the touch of the grey mailmare all too well. Pushing aside the thought, he returned to his host, who was smiling wildly at him. He couldn’t help but feel happy in her presence. How could I not have seen what a wonderful mare Derpy is before? She’s so happy. Well, when I’m not fussing at her that is. Oh right, dinner. I’ve got to ask her out to dinner. “So Derpy, I was wondering if you’d like to go out to dinner with me tonight? If you’re free that is.” The doctor asked, hoping she would say yes. He found himself wanting to spend more time with the mare, if just to see her smile. However, instead of a verbal answer, Derpy tackled him to the ground for the second time that day. Dr. Whooves was afraid he had upset her again, but after a moment he realized this was not a brutal attack, it was another welcoming hug, of which he returned gladly. After the hug had passed and the two ponies sat back down, Dr. Whooves looked back up to Derpy, who was doing the same to him while smiling. “Great! So I’ll stop by here around 5:30 if that’s alright with you?” The doctor asked while returning to smile Derpy wouldn’t stop giving him. “Yay! I’ll see you then.” Derpy said while looking back into the doctor’s eyes. “Alright. Bye then.” Dr. Whooves said as he made his way towards the door. “Bye!” Derpy said while waving at him as he made his leave. There’s something about that mare that just makes me feel happy. I’ve never noticed it before, but she’s really a wonderful pony. I’m glad I made amends with her. She actually is quite cute. Wha- oh why even bother? She’s beautiful! The doctor couldn’t stop thinking about her as he made his way home, hopelessly entranced by the gray pegasus.
A new startI hope he gets here soon! I can’t wait to see him again. Derpy found herself thinking about Dr. Whooves ever since he had left. She just couldn’t stop thinking about him, not that she wanted to, but still. He was just so kind to her now, it was kind of strange really. He had always been kind of a bully to her, but ever since she had been a bully back, he was nothing short of a sweetheart to her. Dr. Whooves was walking through Derpy’s yard, making his way to her front door. Once he was there, he stopped. Okay, okay, you can do this! Just don’t think about how pretty she is and you’ll be fine. You can do this, just don’t think about it. He hesitated for another few moments before finally working up the courage to knock on her front door. He was surprised to see it open almost immediately. Before him he saw the same grey mailpony from earlier that evening, only something was different about her. Her mane was tied up in a bun, and she was wearing makeup. She was also wearing a sky blue dress that hugged her body so perfectly. Dr. Whooves was practically drooling over her and could think of only one thing. Oh Celestia! She’s beautiful! “Hi Dr. Whooves!” Derpy shouted a bit nervously as she watched him staring at her. Hearing the beautiful pegasus shouting his name snapped Dr. Whooves out of his trance-like stare and he was sucked back in o reality. “Oh uh hi Derpy.” He said while trying to hide a blush. After seeing Dr. Whooves’s blush, Derpy tried to stifle a giggle from escaping her lips. “So, are you ready to go?” She asked while smiling. Dr. Whooves let out a slight chuckle as he realized he wasn’t too good at hiding blushes. “Yes, if you are?” He said in response. “Alright let’s go then!” Derpy shouted as she smiled at him, accidentally locking eyes with the stallion in front of her. He’s so sweet! And he’s kind of cute too! Derpy thought as the two continued to gaze into each other’s eyes, lost in their own little world. Oh she’s just so cute! Even her lazy eye is adorable! Dr. Whooves smiled wildly as he stared into Derpy’s eyes, simply lost in the beauty of the mare before him. Derpy was the first to snap back to reality, though she continued to watch him stare at her for a few moments before he came to as well. She giggled a second time as he blushed more heavily than before. “Well, we should get going then.” She said as she started to walk forward while he followed behind her. After a short walk, the two made their way to a diner on the far side of Ponyville. They were happy to see that it was empty, save for the few employees that worked there. They were greeted by a handsome looking stallion, who spoke with a heavy country accent. “Hello and welcome! Please follow me and we’ll get you to your seats.” He said with a bit more enthusiasm than he showed in his face. He led them to a small table by the window. “What would you like to drink?” He asked while readying his pen and paper. “I’ll just have some water.” Derpy stated flatly, not taking her eyes of off Dr. Whooves. “Yeah same here.” The doctor responded, smiling at Derpy from across the table. “Of course. I’ll be right back.” Their waiter said as he hurried off. “So, you seem to be happier than usual Derpy. Care to explain why?” Dr. Whooves asked as he kept staring at Derpy. “Oh um, I guess I’m just glad we’re friends now.” Derpy said as she found herself to be the one blushing now. Dr. Whooves took note of this and smiled at her. “Yeah, so am I.” He said back to her. The two found themselves to be staring directly at each other again in complete and blissful silence. That is, of course, until their waiter returned with their drinks. “Here you go! Are you ready to order?” He asked while placing their drinks in front of them. The two realized they hadn’t even looked at their menus. “Um I’ll just have a small salad.” Derpy answered. “Uh, yeah I’ll have one too.” Dr. Whooves said. “Coming right up!” The waiter said as he walked off to give their orders to the cook. Dr. Whooves decided to speak up after a moment or two of unwanted silence. “Ah! I haven’t told you how beautiful you look in that dress! And you’re mane looks gorgeous the way you’re wearing it right now.” He said while smiling at her. Derpy returned the smile and blushed some after hearing the doctor call her beautiful. “Oh, well thanks! I just wanted to wear something nice for tonight.” She said in response. Oh my gosh! He called me beautiful! He’s so sweet to me. She thought while looking right at the doctor. “You certainly look nice.” Dr. Whooves said while smiling and staring back a Derpy. I think I might be falling for her! She’s just so beautiful and sweet and she’s just the perfect mare. I wonder if she could return the feelings? He thought as he looked at the beautiful mare. “Thank you!” Derpy said, barely keeping down a blush. Does he like me? I think I like him, but what if he doesn’t feel the same way? Derpy thought about how nice the doctor was to her and couldn’t stop smiling at the thought of the two of them being together. Dr. Whooves noticed her smiling uncontrollably. “What’s got you smiling like that?” He asked as he couldn’t help but smiling back. “Oh I was just thinking.” Derpy said back. “About what?” The doctor asked. Derpy thought about if she should tell the doctor how she felt or not. After a few moments she decided to do as her heart told her. She sighed and took a deep breath. “I was just thinking that.. um, maybe I was starting to lik-” “Food’s here!” The waiter interrupted as he sat down their food in front of them. Dr. Whooves was a bit irritated that they had been interrupted, but decided not to take it out on the waiter. “Thank you.” He forced himself to say. The waiter walked off and left the two alone to enjoy their meals as well as each other’s company. Dr. Whooves looked down at his salad and thought that it looked good enough for what it was worth. He then turned his attention back to Derpy, who had just finished looking at her own salad before tilting her head back up to meet Dr. Whooves’s eyes. “So, what were you about to say?” He asked her without losing eye contact. Derpy turned a bit pale at the question. I can’t! I can’t do it! I don’t think this is the right time. Maybe I’ll get the chance to tell him later tonight, yes, I’ll tell him later. “Oh, nothing! Nevermind.” Derpy quickly said, hoping the doctor would believe her. Dr. Whooves noticed Derpy acting a tad bit strange, but decided not to concern himself with it right now. They were here to have fun and enjoy themselves. He would ask Derpy about it later, if she wanted to talk about it, that is. “Oh, uh alright then. This salad looks good! I guess we better start eating then.” He said still looking at Derpy and smiling as he grabbed his fork between his hooves and began to sift through his meal. Derpy smiled at him, and did the same. The two of them sat in silence for a few minutes as they ate. The food was good and they more than enjoyed each other’s company. After they were done, the waiter came back with the bill. Dr. Whooves paid for it, of course. “So, are you ready to go?” Derpy asked Dr. Whooves as he gave the waiter a few bits as a tip. “Uh yeah, I guess I’m ready. Let’s go.” He said a bit disappointed, not wanting to have to depart from Derpy. They walked out of the restaurant and Dr. Whooves walked Derpy home. After a few minutes, they arrived at her front door. Derpy stopped and turned around to look at Dr. Whooves. “Well, I had a great time tonight! Did you have a good time?” He asked, smiling and looking directly into her eyes. “Yes, I did.” She said, looking back at him. “Well, I guess I’ll head home then. It was good seeing you.” He said, disappointment plastered on his face. “Wait!” Derpy shouted at him. “Could you, um stay a little longer?” She asked, hoping he would want to stay. At this, the doctor’s face lit up with excitement. “Of course I could!” He said smiling widely at Derpy. He followed her into her home, and she gestured for him to sit on the couch next to her. I have to tell him! I just have to! I’m sure he’ll like me too, I just have to say it. Come on! You can do this! Derpy really wanted to tell the doctor about her feelings, but she could only hope he felt the same way. Derpy looked up at Dr. Whooves, who was smiling back at her. “Dr. Whooves? I um, I have to tell you something.” Derpy said shyly. “Of course Derpy. What’s on your mind?” He asked. Derpy sighed and took a deep breath. “I uh, I think I um...I think I like y-” She was silenced by a hoof softly being placed over her lips. She looked up at the doctor, confusion struck on her face. He just softly smiled at her, and brought his lips to her ear. “Shhh. I know Derpy, I know.” He whispered quietly. She looked up at him, half worried and half excited. Does he like me too? Oh please Celestia! Let him like me too! She thought while staring into his eyes. However, instead of the doctor saying something to her as she had wished, he just stared deeply into her eyes. This only made Derpy want him that much more. She wouldn’t be able to take her eyes away from his even if she wanted to. The suspense was killing her. Why won’t he say anything! Why’s he doing this? Dr. Whooves couldn’t believe how beautiful Derpy looked right now. He could stare at her for hours if he wanted to. However right now, there was something more important to do. He changed his gaze from Derpy’s eyes to her lips. They looked so soft and inviting. He couldn’t wait any longer. He slowly inched his lips closer to her’s. Quickly closing the distance between them, stopping only a fraction of a millimeter away from his target. He looked up at Derpy, whose eyes were closed and happiness struck on her face. This was just too perfect. He planted his lips on Derpy’s, locking them in a warm embrace. They dove into each other with nothing but pure excitement and happiness. The kiss brought them closer to each other than ever before, both physically and emotionally. They stay locked onto each other’s lips for minutes, never once even stopping for breath. This was much more important to them than breathing ever could be. Though after several more moments, they realised if they kept this up any longer, they would end up passing out from lack of oxygen. Dr. Whooves slowly pulled his lips away from Derpy’s. Neither of them wanting the kiss to end. As the two of them slowly gasped for breath, they stayed locked into each other’s gaze. They lay like this for several minutes, simply looking at each other, not saying a word. Though when Derpy finally broke the silence, it almost gave Dr. Whooves a heart attack. “So, does this mean you like me too?” Derpy shyly said, though still not taking her eyes off of his. Dr. Whooves chuckled to himself and smiled more sincerely than he thought he ever had before. “Yes Derpy, I like you too.” He said, giving her a comforting hug. Derpy’s face lit up with pure happiness. “Yay!” She shouted, more happy than she had been in a very long time. They lay there, locked in each other’s embrace for what seemed like hours. Eventually, Dr. Whooves noticed that Derpy had fallen asleep in his arms. He planted a kiss on her forehead, and stared at her for a few moments. She’s just so cute!
