The Mind of an Eggheadby Harmony The CatChaptersThe Thought Of Choosing (Part 1)The Thought of Choosing (Part 2)The Thought of Just Being FriendsThe Thought Of Somepony LeavingThe Thought of Becoming an Alicorn PrincessThe Thought Of Choosing (Part 1)Oh dear. I think I've done something terribly wrong. What do I do? C'mon, think Twilight Sparkle, think! What should I do? I like both of them, but it 's like they're both pushing me to decide and I do not want to lose the other's friendship. There must be a solution to this problem. Oh Celestia please help me... Whom should I choose? Decisions always frustrate me, especially during that first Winter Wrap Up, but, this is a much more serious matter. Choosing the mare of my life. The two choices placed before me make it difficult to choose. Rainbow Dash, she's a wonderful mare. Fast, fun, competitive, and can fly! But most of all, she's a Loyal filly. Applejack on the other hoof is motherly, responsible, mature and has that certain lovable accent. And overall Honest to heart. I desperately want something to distract me right now, I don't want to have to think about this. I now look around my bedroom for some distracting object, and so I walk over to a nearby bookshelf. I scan the books on the bookshelf. Nothing interests me, so I sidestep over to the next bookshelf, but still nothing interesting. I continue moving from one to another until I am back at the starting bookshelf. I then decide that the library books would be much more useful. I trot down the stairs to the main library and notice Spike organizing a stack of books. "Spike! What happened?" I question. "Uhm. Owlowcious did it?" he queerly answers. "Spike, I know I did not raise you to lie to me," I chide. "Sorry Twilight..." he replies in a low voice. I walk over to Spike and hug him. "I just don't want you to grow into a liar," I say. Applejack immediately appears in my mind. The choice still continues to harrass me. Woe is me. I decide that I must clear my conscience, so I stop hugging Spike and begin to look for an instruction manual for choices. Little did I realize my vigorous search. "Uhm. Twilight, s'something up?" Spike inquires. It was not unusual for me to be looking for a book, but Spike's voice as he questioned me sounded like he knew something was up. I hope he hasn't realized, I do not want to get him too involved. I look over at Spike. "Just looking for an instruction manual," I say smoothly, trying not to sound suspicious. "Wow Twilight, talk about hypocrite," he criticizes. "What're you talking about?" I ask. I then realize the clutter of books from my ruckus. I flush of embarrassment. I use my magic to levitate the books and place the books in the original locations. Another realization comes to mind, a section of instruction manuals exist. I finish organizing the mess I created and walk over to the bookcases with different types of manuals. I use my levitation spell to scan the books one by one and place them back. Each one, unfortunately, does not turn up to be the guide. Nothing. Nothing. Nothing. Ugh! What kind of library doesn't have an instruction manual on such a simple subject?! This is so frustrating. I always rely on you, books, but you fail me now of all times! I look at the last book and sigh. It still was not the manual. Such misfortune. "Why do you need a book like that anyways?" Spike inquires. "I-I just need help with solving something," I reply. "Solving what?" he probes. "Nothing Spike, it's a personal matter, so no more questions," I assert. "Okay then, if you say so. I'ma be in the kitchen if you need me then," he says. I notice Spike shrug and walk to the kitchen. I follow him and see that he is baking. At least he understands when to give me space. What to do, what to do? I hope Spike's making a stresscake for me, that would be great right now. I hear stress causes mane strands to alter into some sort of white hue. Will I get a white mane? Okay, stop mind, this will go on for hours. I should ask Spike what he is baking. Then again, phasing out can distract me a while. "Twilight, you okay?" Spike asks. "Huh? Yes. Are you baking a stresscake, I mean, a cake?" I reply. "No, I'm baking cookies, for uh, Rarity," he answers bashfully under his breath, "I'll make you love me, Rarity." His face then turns serious. My sweet pet dragon. He's wonderful isn't he? Well, he's like a child to me than a pet, but he's still a very loyal dragon. He's probably the only real family I have in Ponyville. Loyalty, that reminds me of another pony. Wait, what time is it? It is completely irrelevant, but useful to know especially for the situation I am in currently. I look around for a wall clock and see that it's only around the afternoon. Hopefully they are patient enough to wait for an answer. Unless it is that important. Princess Celestia, what do I do? I hope she can hear my cries for help, then again, I write letters for a reason. So yeah, she probably can't hear my thoughts. "You okay Twilight?" Spike's calls out to me, snapping me out of my thinking trance. I shift my attention and look up, smiling. "Yeah, just a bit concerned about my issue. I'll be going back upstairs now, don't burn your love cookies." I chuckle weakly, it almost hurt to express happiness. Spike just rolls his eyes and continues baking. I turn towards the stairs and walk back up to the bedroom. As I walk up the stairs slowly, I ponder more about the decision issue. What did I do to get the both of them to like me enough for both of them to confess to me at the same time? They confessed to me at the same time. Why not at individually? The word "trust" suddenly pops into my head. Oh, I see. I cease thinking for a moment because I almost trip on one of the stairs. I decide to halt my thoughts until I reach the room. Once in the bedroom, I walk to my thinking desk and begin thinking and theorizing again. Where was I? Oh right, trust. They trust each other, that's the only way they could have approached me at the same time, side-by-side. Trust. That's what good friends do, they trust each other. All types of relationships have some form of trust, like families and partners. They're able to trust each other with their secret and they are both willing to sacrifice for the other. The thought made me smile. Maybe this won't be such a difficult decision after all. They'll trust each other and, in the end, won't hate each other because of me. They even trust me and my decision. "Now, the only thing left is..." I whisper. Which one of them will I choose? The dependable Applejack or loyal Rainbow Dash? A pain begins to ache in my chest. Which one of them will I decide on spending my entire life with? It's still going to be a difficult decision Twilight. Rejection won't effect either one too much, right? Definitely a memory I wouldn't want to remember. Decisions are too difficult for me and, in some way, hurt me. I don't like the hurt or the pain of regretting a decision, but this memory will stay with me, because somepony will ask me, "Twilight, why did you choose me and what was it like?" Then the question will remind me of today. I might not be crying now, but it still hurts. I should probably get my mind off of this. I grab a book from inside the drawer of my desk and begin reading. It is a romance novel. A cute story line with a happily-ever-after. If only that were the case in the real world. Author's Note Our writing idol/person-that-made-us-start-this-series contacted me recently. We instantly received inspiration. Okay, maybe it took us a while, but still, Inspiration from inspiration? That must be a powerful force. Another thing, this is the first time ever that We have incorporated a poem into any of our works, please be kind, We are not used to such artful writing. *Edit* 18 January, 2014 We revised some of the sentences and removed the poem. The Thought of Choosing (Part 2)I awaken suddenly, screaming. What a horrible nightmare. Wait, what happened? I try to recall the dream, but fail. The two of them were definitely in it. I still need to decide. Is it normal for fillyfoolers to go through such mental difficulty or do all relationships go through the pains of decisions? I look out the window in my bedroom. The outside is still dark. I lift my head and look over at sleeping dragon in his bed. He is such a heavy sleeper. I should probably go back to sleep. Where's Princess Luna when you need her? I close my eyes and fall back to sleep. I wake up once more, but in much more calm manner this time. I did not have any sort of strange dream again, rather, I did not dream at all. I dislike waking up without dreaming, sometimes it would give me headaches or migraines when I awaken, and this time is one of them. Pain in my head usually keeps me from thinking, and today is a day that I really need to think. I placed today's date as the due date for the decision. Obviously, though, I cannot start the selection process in my head because of the migraine. I should probably go downstairs and get some medication, or maybe a hot pack will work. But medication is much more efficient. Ow. Pain rushes to my head. I pull the covers off of myself, climb out of bed and make my way out of the room and downstairs to the library. "Spiiike, medicine please!" I call out. I slowly and carefully make my way downstairs with my eyes closed, because light makes my migraines worse. I feel for every stair step so that I would not tumble down and break something. I then hear a cabinet door squeak open and close. Next, a rush of water and some footsteps walking towards my direction. I feel around, with my front hoof in front of me, and assume the floor is the surface under me. I open my eyes to a squint. I am at my destination of the bottom of the staircase and notice Spike to my right. Closing my eyes, I grab the medication and glass of water from him. I place the pill on my tongue, and swallow it with a mouthful of water. Why do pills always have that weird ta-. Ergh! My head pulsates as I try to think again. "You okay Twilight?" asks Spike in an uneasy tone. I nod. I could hear the concern in Spike's voice. The meds would take a whi-. Urgh! More pain. I hoof the glass of water back to Spike. I open my eyes into a squint again and see the worry on Spike's face. I smile weakly at him. "I'll be fine Spike, you already know how and why this happens," I reassure him. Spike nods slowly. "Yeah, I know, I just don't like it when these things pain you. I mean, err..." I could tell he was trying to "correct" himself into being more masculine-sounding. I pat his head. "I know Spike. You care." I chuckle. Spike is a good dragon. Too bad he got rejected by Rarity again. I then notice the head pain starting to subside. Thank Celestia! Now I can begin the process of selection. I hope this is the right compromise for issue, if not, then, well, whatever happens from the point of my choice on wards, happens. I sit next to one of the bookshelves while Spike goes back to whatever he was doing previously. I use my magic to transport a piece of blank paper, a writing quill and an ink container to myself. Laziness, magic curses you with it. I decide to begin with a list of traits I adore and interests I share, beginning with Rainbow Dash. What are some positive things I enjoy about Rainbow Dash? Two of them definately being a Pegasus and the Element of Loyalty. I start from there and write an entire draft of other attributes. This list is funny. If I like so much about Rainbow Dash, I should just choose her! But it would not give Applejack a chance at all. So moving on to Applejack. What do I see in her besides that incomparable amount of responsibility and her never-say-a-lie motto? Wait, is there such a motto? I don't recall. Anyways, back to thinking and writing. After a while of thinking and writing back and forth about the two mares I come to a conclusion that I am interested in the both of them equally. Some of their qualifications match too. "Why is this so difficult...?" I whisper. How can I give each of them equal chances, yet choose one over the other? Sweet Celestia, can I just have both? Like a harem or threesome? I like that idea. I shake my head vigorously. No, bad Twilight Sparkle, that would be a horrible thing to do to your friends. The phrase is "special somepony" not "special someponies." I may not know much about romantic relationships, but I do know that two-timing is a disrespectful relationship status. Well, if that is not a possibility, then what can I do? I evaluate solutions. The constructive thinking makes my head hurt once more, then an idea forms into my mind. Maybe I can test the both of them? Yes, a test! Hmm. A test to see with whom is more compatible as a partner. Genius Twilight! What kind of test should it be though? Multiple choice? Verbal? All of the above? Oh, that would be fun. A mischievous smile spreads across my face. Is this what they call, playing hard to get? Probably not, but whatever it is, I like it. I write down the many ideas for questions that come to mind. Just you wait you two. Being with me or not will be the most difficult selection you two will ever make. Author's Note This chapter was probably the most difficult to write for us. Other than that, enjoy. *Edit* 18 January, 2014 Revised more and made the paragraphs less clumpy. Do tell us if thought paragraphs separated from action paragraphs are easier to read than whole clumps of both in a paragraph. The Thought of Just Being FriendsI begin my walk over to Sweet Apple Acres to inform Applejack and Rainbow Dash about the test. It'd definitely be convenient if the both of them were there, especially so that I wouldn't have to go around Ponyville searching for a certain rainbow pony. After about five more minutes of walking, I approach the entrance of the farm. I enter and follow the trail to the farmhouse. Hmm, that's weird, Applejack's currently not hard at work. Maybe she's on her break, it's afternoon after all. I look around at the scene of trees as I walk. The air is always fresher and clearer around here. I liked it, it'd be a wonderful place to read, well, if there weren't apples around to interrupt the trail of imagination and bonk you on your head. I finally reach the Apple farmhouse and knock on the door. "Who is it?!" I hear a shabby voice call out to me. Granny Smith I assume. "It's me, Twilight Sparkle! Is Applejack around?!" I call back. Hopefully she heard me, being an elderly pony and all. "Done seen 'er in the barn, 'long with Rainbow Dash!" "Okay! Thank you Granny Smith!" "Yer welcome Twilight! Call the two over soon so's ya'll can have some applepie!" "Will do!" Mm, apple pie, how tempting. I turn around and start my way to the barn. What could the two possibly be doing? My curiosity consumes me and I quicken my pace to a trot. As I near the barn, I could hear the sound of grunting and bopping come from inside. Fighting? Or are they... I could feel my face begin to get hot as perverted images flood my mind. No, no, they couldn't be. They were attracted to me, not each other, right? Curiosity overwhelms me again, so I open a barn door into a slender cranny. I peer through to see the two athletic ponies standing by their hind legs and taking swings at each other, they also seem to have some sort of mitten attached to their hooves. Each pony seemed to easily block or dodge the other's attacks. They were hoping around in a way that kangaroos did. This was interesting. Wait, they're fighting. It takes me about ten seconds for me to finally realize what was going on. They're fighting!!! I barge inside and the two cease their aggressive behavior, also returning to a normal pony stance. "What in Equestria are you girls doing?!" I shout in a fit. The two look at one another and shrug. "Well?!" "Sugarcube, the two of us here are just boxin'," Applejack tries to explain. "Boxing? Isn't that what Derpy Hooves does? Wait, no she's a mailpony." My mind starts to trail off a bit. What does she do? She is a mailpony, right? I had forgotten my anger for a moment until I realize that I was off in a rabbit trail of thoughts. Back to being angry. "What in Equestria is boxing?!" I inquire, angry once again. "It'sa fighting sport Twi," Rainbow Dash responds. "What?? How in E-" I was interrupted by Applejack. "Okay, before you say 'in Equestria' again, calm down. Lookie here Twilight, we ain't injured in the slightest. Ya probably won't understand and we don't expect ya to, especially since yer not the sports-y type. Boxin' here s'just a sport and is almost completely safe. It'd be 'lot safer if it weren't particular friend of ours." The calm tone along with the sarcasm in her voice calmed me down. I notice Applejack giving the mischievous pegasus a sharp glare. Rainbow Dash lets out a raspy chortle. I still didn't understand, but that wasn't why I was here in the first place. "Okay, since you girls apparently aren't fighting, and since the both of you are here conveniently, I've come to tell you both that I have made my decision." The two ponies' faces focus on me and their eyes widen. They both seemed as if they weren't breathing and more anxious for what would happen next. I ruin their hopes with a, "Sorta..." They both exhale the breath they held in in disappointment. "Not cool, Twilight," Rainbow Dash criticizes. She looks over at Applejack and rolls her eyes, AJ agrees with a nodding motion. "Betcha the Egghead's got a test for us." Ow, how insulting! "Hey! Well, actually, yes," I admit. "Told ya." I shake my head and roll my eyes at Rainbow Dash's comment. I should've written down a list of dislikes too, but it was a tad late for that. "Okay, let's begin with free response." "Uh, actually, Twilight, could we, ya know, do this later? Or possibly tomorrow? Ah'm a tad bit tired from workin' and boxin' with this 'ere Rainbow Dash." "Uh, yeah! Me too!" Rainbow adds. Anyone could tell that the pegasus was still full of energy and just avoiding the test I had ready. I sigh and nod at Applejack. Logically, if one were tired, they'd have a much more difficult time focusing on a test. That theory goes especially with my tests which were well thought through and demanded serious thinking. And also, I shouldn't rush something that would pretty much determine my future life of romance. What if I choose incorrectly because of a mistake I'd made? Then again, how could I choose incorrectly if the two mares in front of me were practically both perfect individuals. Perfect in my eyes, that is. "How 'bout another round, AJ?" Rainbow Dash declares. "Hey! I thought you were tired?!" I chide. "I, uh, I am! I just, uh..." Loss for words, eh? Now here's some friendly payback! "Liar! You just don't want to take the test, do you?" I poke. Applejack chuckles while the shamed pegasus begins to flush. "N-no! I-I do-" "The 'Egghead's' gotcha missy, just give it up," Applejack teases. Rainbow Dash's head hangs down. Completely defeated. AJ and I burst into laughter. I notice the pegasus's face redden at the sound of our laughs. She looks so cute and vulnerable this way. I want to tease her more, but then again, that'd be a cruel thing to do to a friend. "Ya'll hungry? Granny Smith's bakin' some apple pie." I had completely forgotten about the apple pie. My, that sounds good right about now. As if on cue, my stomach growls and I could feel my face burn hot. The other two chuckle. Rainbow Dash certainly recovers quick. "That's a yes, let's go." I back my left flank onto the left barn door and hold it open for the other two to pass. As they were coming up, the smell of their sweat fills my nostrils, it didn't stink, it was enticing, if anything. Sweet Celestia, I'm turning into a pervert aren't I? The two thank me as they head on their way to the farmhouse. I lag after the two. Soon, besides the sweat, the scent of sugar and apples hover around me, inviting me to eat. It causes my hunger to increase. Then, I could hear the athletes in front of me speak of getting to the house first and the next thing I knew, their location became nothing more than air. It made me smile. Such children. I wish that there wasn't a need to select anyone. I want to stay friends with everyone forever, but some tugging feeling in my chest keeps telling me to make up my mind. Maybe, I actually didn't want love and I was just curious of the sensation. Yeah! Maybe that's it! The feeling in my chest tugs again. No it's not. It's that voice again. I was lying to myself again, and I knew it. I longed for a relationship. Though, now should not be the time to be thinking of this, there is some pie waiting for me. Currently, we're all just friends, and I should treasure that until that important event happens. I arrive at the front door and enter. The door squeaks open and I could hear Rainbow Dash and Applejack gouging down on the pie. They must be really hungry. I trot into the kitchen where I could see the residents of the home and Rainbow. Granny Smith points over to the platter of apple pie. "There'sa slice over yonder for ya," she points out. "Thank you," I reply. I use magic to levitate a slice of pie over to myself and take a bite. Delicious. Huh, I just realized that there were some things that I didn't do with magic. I shrug. I may be a constant magic user, but if I relied too much on it, I wouldn't be prepared for a worse-case scenario. I take a seat along with the five and we talk the rest of the afternoon away. Life should be this fun,. Daily learning of something new, teasing and joking around with friends, and eating apple pie, or some other delicacy. Yet, my life's not always so fortunate, and obstacles obstruct our path of life, but it'd, somehow, return to a much happier experience. Currently, my obstacle was settling upon a companion. This life experience is an odd one. It's showing me how emotional confusion really affects my thoughts, actions and decisions. I don't know how this memory will serve any purpose for me, but it is indeed heavenly. Author's Note Kudos to whomever recognizes the title reference. Also, We'd like for everyone who reads this fan fiction to contribute a question to the story that they'd like to have the Element of Magic ask of the two in the free response testing. The Thought Of Somepony LeavingI don't know what's wrong with me. We are- were having a wonderful time together as a couple. Oh Celestia, I she doesn't hate me for what I did, I wouldn't be able to live with such a thing! Knock, knock. Somepony must be at the front door. "Spiiike! Could you get the door please?!" I call out. I hear the door open. Please don't let it be- "Twi! Ya around?" I hear slight chatter between Applejack and Spike, although, I couldn't hear much to understand what they were talking about. Sweet Celestia, she's here. What do I do? I don't what anything to separate us... It's all bec- "Twilight? Ya in here?" I hear Applejack's voice call out from beyond the opposite side of the stairs leading to the lower section of the library. I hear her trot down the steps. I turn around to see her there by the end of the stairwell. What a beautiful mare. I don't want to break-up with somepony like her. Applejack's lovely, orange coat, normally drenched in sweat due to her duties was always so enticing. Her unkempt, blonde mane that- Urgh! Please Celestia, I don't want her to come to hate me! I look down as Applejack approaches me and raises my head by the muzzle with her hoof. She could tell something was wrong. "What'sa matter, sugarcube...?" I pull my head away from her hoof and face the floor once again, not answering her question. "Aw, Twi, still worried 'bout what happened yesterday?" I nod. What had happened yesterday may be trivial, but I couldn't seem to let it go. It caused me to run away from Applejack for goodness sake! "C'mon Twi, why're ya so worried 'bout what happened?" "B-because... you're my special somepony..." I reply, lowly. Tears begin to well up in my eyes. This is pathetic. Crying over something so trivial. If I was Applejack's special somepony, then I'd be strong for her, but I guess it's the doubt. The doubt that makes me think that Applejack and I aren't forever. That, since we're fillyfoolers, we'd have to end sometime and marry a stallion so that generations of our families would go on. I could hear Applejack heave a sigh. She then nuzzles her neck unto mine. "And Ah always will be," Applejack assures in her soothing voice that relaxed me all the time, "Ah could tell ya were upset ever since ya ran away teary-ah'd, but Ah never thought it'd affect ya that much." She ceases her affectionate nuzzling and lifts my head once again, staring straight into my eyes. They were so enchanting, her eyes, green, and almost glistening. Applejack leans in and kisses me. I stand there, wide-eyed, and almost instantly melting into the kiss. I let out a slight moan of pleasure as small tears roll down my cheek. Until now, we have never kissed, even if the both of us had been only going out for such a short time. The kiss fills my body with a warm and affectionate feeling, a feeling that assured me that she would never leave me. Is this how kisses normally feel like? I hope so, they'd be very boring otherwise. Applejack is the first to pull away. A short five seconds. Five seconds that felt like a minute. Five seconds that made me feel like the happiest mare in Equestria. "Ya 'kay now sugarcube?" Applejack asks. She still appeared a bit worried for me, most likely due to the tears. I wipe away the tears, nod and reply with a, "Yes." Applejack smiles. I nuzzle my neck with hers then pull away. "I'm sorry for overreacting yesterday. I just thought about how it would be if you left me. How it would be if..." I pause for a moment. My chest suddenly felt as if somepony had struck me with a sharp tool. "How it would be if you left me for some other pony. A stallion. That stallion yesterday made me jealous, I guess. Flirting with you and checking you out." "I'd never leave ya fer somepony else, Twi. I love you, and you only." That last comment made me smile. Loving me and me only, huh. It was sweet, like candy. Hopefully she won't use the phrase so often that it would lose it's meaning. I want that meaning to last, to remind me all the time. To remind me that I'll be with her to the end. I kiss Applejack. I close my eyes, feeling more of the kiss. I count the seconds that pass and pull away from the kiss. Eight, topped. I giggle. She chuckles too. "Since yesterday's date was, uh, 'canceled', why don't we go on another one today?" I giggle once again. "I'd absolutely love to," I replied in way as Rarity would speak. We both laugh. Applejack takes my left hoof and pulls me along with her. We head up the stairs to the main library and say goodbye to Spike. We were off on another romantic adventure. An adventure to get to know eachother more and more. On this adventure, we'd visit many places around Ponyville. We'd eat, play, run around and a bunch of other things lovesilly ponies do. But we'd soon get used to eachother and become as other couples that try to stay forever. Though, that was the fun and adventure in it. Lasting forever. If we could do that, it made us worthy of eachother and, hopefully, Celestia would place her blessing upon us and we'd get married. That would be wonderful. Applejack and I could adopt a filly or colt and raise him or her together. We'd grow old and a do a whole lot of things. I shouldn't think too much of the future and get my hopes up too much, but it's what keeps me strong. Hoping. If I didn't hope, then I'd pretty much be, well, hopeless. Nopony wants to feel like that, they'd affect everypony, and if everypony were hopeless then- well you get the point. I wish I could take a picture of this moment. I want it to last forever and to remind me always of how I can fall apart, but be, once again, brought up by Applejack. Though, the best thing I can do now is store it in my own memories and never forget. I love you Applejack, so so much. Author's Note Our first ever fanfic hooray! We hope that thou likes it (please do) and We will appreciate any criticism (be nice please, We are fragile when it comes to such things). The Thought of Becoming an Alicorn PrincessWow, today was an exciting and tiring day, becoming an Alicorn Princess and all. The Princess of Magic, I like it. I just hope that I don't have to leave everypony. I want to stay in Ponyville, not trapped in a castle with nothing else to do but read and do Princess-like duties. Though that does sound interesting, I still have a life to live in Ponyville. A life with Applejack especially. It was funny, the day before my coronation, seeing her sewing up dresses and taking the work of Rarity. But it was also depressing. It was my fault that that had happened. To this day, even if it has just been one day, I still feel guilty for all that spell. Though, I shouldn't dwell on that past anymore, it made me a Princess, possibly the highest honor to receive! Currently, I am reminiscing in a guest room tryi-. Knock knock. I heave a sigh. Other ponies just have to interrupt my thoughts, don't they? I walk over to the door, unlock it and pull the door open with my magic. "Yes?" I ask through the doorway as I lift my head and straighten out my stance to show my authority. It was a female servant pony, apparently here to check up on me and I just simply told her that I was fine. I appreciate the thought, but the "Do Not Disturb" sign should have been enough to inform her that I wasn't to be disturbed at the time. I look over at the doorknob and see that there was no sign. Oh right, I had forgotten to put it up. I blush slightly and look back at the servant pony. "Princess Sparkle, the Element of Honesty wishes to meet with you." "Yes, of course, bring her in," I reply still trying to tower over her with my authoritative stance. "Right away." The servant pony curtsies and hurries down the hall. A few seconds later, she is escorting Applejack through to my guest room. Which, hopefully, will not become my permanent room. The servant curtsies again and goes off to do her other duties. I gesture Applejack to come inside as I place a "Do Not Disturb" sign on the doorknob and shut the door with my magic. "Hay there Twi. How ya feelin' 'bout becoming a Princess and stuff?" Applejack asks. I giggle, "It was very fun. I really couldn't have become a Princess without you and everypony." She blushes and smiles. I then hug AJ and she hugs back. "Where are the others? Why did you come alone?" I ask, curious. I pull away from the hug and smile at her. "Oh, they were tired from the day and Ah just wanted to see how you were doin'," she replies, "Ya really look beautiful with yer new wings, Twi." "Well, props of becoming an Alicorn Princess," I laugh. Applejack laughs too. "Ah'd better leave ya 'lone now, Miz Princess of Magic, ya seem a bit tired like th' others." I nod. "Yeah, I sure am. Especially after that first time flying through Canterlot." I yawn and smile again at Applejack. "Goodnight." She leans in and gives me a peck on my lips. "Goodnight, Princess." I blush at the word "Princess" it made me feel alot more important to Applejack. I watch as Applejack turns around and waves goodbye. I wave goodbye back as she leaves and shuts the door behind her. I'm only anticipating one more visit tonight. A visit from my former teacher and mentor, Princess Celestia. Though she did say I was still going to be her student in a different way. I probably misheard her, I don't know. It'd be a bit unfortunate to not be her student anymore, but that didn't mean I couldn't learn from her anymore, it'd just be in a different way. About a minute passes until I hear a light knocking on my guest room door again. "Princess Sparkle, it is I," a royal voice calls from the opposite side of the door. "Come in," I invite. The door opens with a light click and I watch as Princess Celestia enters. "Princess Celestia, what brings you here tonight?" I was being slightly sarcastic, I knew she was here to check up on me like the others and inform me of my new duties. Duties that, I hope, will not remove me from my residence in Ponyville. "You have no reason to call me by 'Princess' anymore, Princess Twilight, but if you prefer it, you may." I laugh at her hypocrisy and the sun goddess laughs along with me. "Also, I came to see how you were doing. You are doing well, I assume?" Princess Celestia asks. I nod and smile sheepishly. "It's just a lot to take in, becoming an Alicorn Princess and all. And, overall, becoming an equal to the sun goddess and my mentor," I sigh. "Anypony would find it a lot to take in, but you deserve it Twilight Sparkle. You have learned the magic of friendship which gives you the right of the authority, the Princess of Magic. Also, about your new duties. I want you to remain in Ponyville and expand your knowledge in friendship and magic." My eyes widen. The Sun Princess smiles, knowing how I'd react. I practically start bouncing all around the room in a way that Pinkie Pie would. Wonderful news, this is WONDERFUL NEWS! I get to stay in Ponyville along with everypony and Applejack especially. I stop my ecstatic behavior, walk up to the Princess and embrace her. "Thank you oh so much, Princess Celestia!" I almost squeal of happiness. Celestia has granted another one of my many wishes. Such a faithful goddess she is. "You are very welcome, Princess Sparkle. That is all I have to tell you. I shall now take my leave." She nods at me and I nod back, waving goodbye. "Thank you very much again Princess Celestia!" I see and hear her chuckle as she shuts the door behind her as she trots off to her own room. I want to pray to Princess Celestia a lot more to thank her, but I fear the many thanks would become annoying. Another sweet memory of happiness that only I can feel, so I'll keep this along with the others to remind me of the things I've been through to reach where I am today. So what will I do in the new days in Ponyville? Simple, do what I have always been doing. Learning about friendship, be a friend to my friends and do all the fun stuff I always do back at Ponyville. Whether it be helping Applejack around the farm during the Applebuck Season or fooling around with Pinkie Pie and spreading happiness throughout Ponyville. Or be it helping Rarity stitch dresses, though, I don't really think I'd be much help unless I have a book for it. Or be it helping Rainbow Dash with her flying. Talking about flying, I can do that too now! And lastly, I could help Fluttershy with her animals or with her being a bit more assertive, in a good way. Oh the adventures I'll have and it'll all begin tomorrow morning. I yawn. Should probably head off to bed now. I trudge to my guest bed. Oh right, I'm still in my coronation dress. I use my magic to remove it, hang it and set it away in my temporary closet. I yawn once again. I crawl into the bed, turn off the lights with my magic, and cover myself with the blanket. Goodnight Equestria, the fun will certainly start by the time I wake up tomorrow morning. Author's Note Hooray! Second fanfiction mares and stallions! From what We hear, the Princess of Magic is going to stay in Ponyville and continue learning magic. If We had misunderstood, then this work will be edited, or We will simply continue this series as a spinoff to the true life of Princess Sparkle.
The Thought Of Choosing (Part 1)Oh dear. I think I've done something terribly wrong. What do I do? C'mon, think Twilight Sparkle, think! What should I do? I like both of them, but it 's like they're both pushing me to decide and I do not want to lose the other's friendship. There must be a solution to this problem. Oh Celestia please help me... Whom should I choose? Decisions always frustrate me, especially during that first Winter Wrap Up, but, this is a much more serious matter. Choosing the mare of my life. The two choices placed before me make it difficult to choose. Rainbow Dash, she's a wonderful mare. Fast, fun, competitive, and can fly! But most of all, she's a Loyal filly. Applejack on the other hoof is motherly, responsible, mature and has that certain lovable accent. And overall Honest to heart. I desperately want something to distract me right now, I don't want to have to think about this. I now look around my bedroom for some distracting object, and so I walk over to a nearby bookshelf. I scan the books on the bookshelf. Nothing interests me, so I sidestep over to the next bookshelf, but still nothing interesting. I continue moving from one to another until I am back at the starting bookshelf. I then decide that the library books would be much more useful. I trot down the stairs to the main library and notice Spike organizing a stack of books. "Spike! What happened?" I question. "Uhm. Owlowcious did it?" he queerly answers. "Spike, I know I did not raise you to lie to me," I chide. "Sorry Twilight..." he replies in a low voice. I walk over to Spike and hug him. "I just don't want you to grow into a liar," I say. Applejack immediately appears in my mind. The choice still continues to harrass me. Woe is me. I decide that I must clear my conscience, so I stop hugging Spike and begin to look for an instruction manual for choices. Little did I realize my vigorous search. "Uhm. Twilight, s'something up?" Spike inquires. It was not unusual for me to be looking for a book, but Spike's voice as he questioned me sounded like he knew something was up. I hope he hasn't realized, I do not want to get him too involved. I look over at Spike. "Just looking for an instruction manual," I say smoothly, trying not to sound suspicious. "Wow Twilight, talk about hypocrite," he criticizes. "What're you talking about?" I ask. I then realize the clutter of books from my ruckus. I flush of embarrassment. I use my magic to levitate the books and place the books in the original locations. Another realization comes to mind, a section of instruction manuals exist. I finish organizing the mess I created and walk over to the bookcases with different types of manuals. I use my levitation spell to scan the books one by one and place them back. Each one, unfortunately, does not turn up to be the guide. Nothing. Nothing. Nothing. Ugh! What kind of library doesn't have an instruction manual on such a simple subject?! This is so frustrating. I always rely on you, books, but you fail me now of all times! I look at the last book and sigh. It still was not the manual. Such misfortune. "Why do you need a book like that anyways?" Spike inquires. "I-I just need help with solving something," I reply. "Solving what?" he probes. "Nothing Spike, it's a personal matter, so no more questions," I assert. "Okay then, if you say so. I'ma be in the kitchen if you need me then," he says. I notice Spike shrug and walk to the kitchen. I follow him and see that he is baking. At least he understands when to give me space. What to do, what to do? I hope Spike's making a stresscake for me, that would be great right now. I hear stress causes mane strands to alter into some sort of white hue. Will I get a white mane? Okay, stop mind, this will go on for hours. I should ask Spike what he is baking. Then again, phasing out can distract me a while. "Twilight, you okay?" Spike asks. "Huh? Yes. Are you baking a stresscake, I mean, a cake?" I reply. "No, I'm baking cookies, for uh, Rarity," he answers bashfully under his breath, "I'll make you love me, Rarity." His face then turns serious. My sweet pet dragon. He's wonderful isn't he? Well, he's like a child to me than a pet, but he's still a very loyal dragon. He's probably the only real family I have in Ponyville. Loyalty, that reminds me of another pony. Wait, what time is it? It is completely irrelevant, but useful to know especially for the situation I am in currently. I look around for a wall clock and see that it's only around the afternoon. Hopefully they are patient enough to wait for an answer. Unless it is that important. Princess Celestia, what do I do? I hope she can hear my cries for help, then again, I write letters for a reason. So yeah, she probably can't hear my thoughts. "You okay Twilight?" Spike's calls out to me, snapping me out of my thinking trance. I shift my attention and look up, smiling. "Yeah, just a bit concerned about my issue. I'll be going back upstairs now, don't burn your love cookies." I chuckle weakly, it almost hurt to express happiness. Spike just rolls his eyes and continues baking. I turn towards the stairs and walk back up to the bedroom. As I walk up the stairs slowly, I ponder more about the decision issue. What did I do to get the both of them to like me enough for both of them to confess to me at the same time? They confessed to me at the same time. Why not at individually? The word "trust" suddenly pops into my head. Oh, I see. I cease thinking for a moment because I almost trip on one of the stairs. I decide to halt my thoughts until I reach the room. Once in the bedroom, I walk to my thinking desk and begin thinking and theorizing again. Where was I? Oh right, trust. They trust each other, that's the only way they could have approached me at the same time, side-by-side. Trust. That's what good friends do, they trust each other. All types of relationships have some form of trust, like families and partners. They're able to trust each other with their secret and they are both willing to sacrifice for the other. The thought made me smile. Maybe this won't be such a difficult decision after all. They'll trust each other and, in the end, won't hate each other because of me. They even trust me and my decision. "Now, the only thing left is..." I whisper. Which one of them will I choose? The dependable Applejack or loyal Rainbow Dash? A pain begins to ache in my chest. Which one of them will I decide on spending my entire life with? It's still going to be a difficult decision Twilight. Rejection won't effect either one too much, right? Definitely a memory I wouldn't want to remember. Decisions are too difficult for me and, in some way, hurt me. I don't like the hurt or the pain of regretting a decision, but this memory will stay with me, because somepony will ask me, "Twilight, why did you choose me and what was it like?" Then the question will remind me of today. I might not be crying now, but it still hurts. I should probably get my mind off of this. I grab a book from inside the drawer of my desk and begin reading. It is a romance novel. A cute story line with a happily-ever-after. If only that were the case in the real world. Author's Note Our writing idol/person-that-made-us-start-this-series contacted me recently. We instantly received inspiration. Okay, maybe it took us a while, but still, Inspiration from inspiration? That must be a powerful force. Another thing, this is the first time ever that We have incorporated a poem into any of our works, please be kind, We are not used to such artful writing. *Edit* 18 January, 2014 We revised some of the sentences and removed the poem.
The Thought of Choosing (Part 2)I awaken suddenly, screaming. What a horrible nightmare. Wait, what happened? I try to recall the dream, but fail. The two of them were definitely in it. I still need to decide. Is it normal for fillyfoolers to go through such mental difficulty or do all relationships go through the pains of decisions? I look out the window in my bedroom. The outside is still dark. I lift my head and look over at sleeping dragon in his bed. He is such a heavy sleeper. I should probably go back to sleep. Where's Princess Luna when you need her? I close my eyes and fall back to sleep. I wake up once more, but in much more calm manner this time. I did not have any sort of strange dream again, rather, I did not dream at all. I dislike waking up without dreaming, sometimes it would give me headaches or migraines when I awaken, and this time is one of them. Pain in my head usually keeps me from thinking, and today is a day that I really need to think. I placed today's date as the due date for the decision. Obviously, though, I cannot start the selection process in my head because of the migraine. I should probably go downstairs and get some medication, or maybe a hot pack will work. But medication is much more efficient. Ow. Pain rushes to my head. I pull the covers off of myself, climb out of bed and make my way out of the room and downstairs to the library. "Spiiike, medicine please!" I call out. I slowly and carefully make my way downstairs with my eyes closed, because light makes my migraines worse. I feel for every stair step so that I would not tumble down and break something. I then hear a cabinet door squeak open and close. Next, a rush of water and some footsteps walking towards my direction. I feel around, with my front hoof in front of me, and assume the floor is the surface under me. I open my eyes to a squint. I am at my destination of the bottom of the staircase and notice Spike to my right. Closing my eyes, I grab the medication and glass of water from him. I place the pill on my tongue, and swallow it with a mouthful of water. Why do pills always have that weird ta-. Ergh! My head pulsates as I try to think again. "You okay Twilight?" asks Spike in an uneasy tone. I nod. I could hear the concern in Spike's voice. The meds would take a whi-. Urgh! More pain. I hoof the glass of water back to Spike. I open my eyes into a squint again and see the worry on Spike's face. I smile weakly at him. "I'll be fine Spike, you already know how and why this happens," I reassure him. Spike nods slowly. "Yeah, I know, I just don't like it when these things pain you. I mean, err..." I could tell he was trying to "correct" himself into being more masculine-sounding. I pat his head. "I know Spike. You care." I chuckle. Spike is a good dragon. Too bad he got rejected by Rarity again. I then notice the head pain starting to subside. Thank Celestia! Now I can begin the process of selection. I hope this is the right compromise for issue, if not, then, well, whatever happens from the point of my choice on wards, happens. I sit next to one of the bookshelves while Spike goes back to whatever he was doing previously. I use my magic to transport a piece of blank paper, a writing quill and an ink container to myself. Laziness, magic curses you with it. I decide to begin with a list of traits I adore and interests I share, beginning with Rainbow Dash. What are some positive things I enjoy about Rainbow Dash? Two of them definately being a Pegasus and the Element of Loyalty. I start from there and write an entire draft of other attributes. This list is funny. If I like so much about Rainbow Dash, I should just choose her! But it would not give Applejack a chance at all. So moving on to Applejack. What do I see in her besides that incomparable amount of responsibility and her never-say-a-lie motto? Wait, is there such a motto? I don't recall. Anyways, back to thinking and writing. After a while of thinking and writing back and forth about the two mares I come to a conclusion that I am interested in the both of them equally. Some of their qualifications match too. "Why is this so difficult...?" I whisper. How can I give each of them equal chances, yet choose one over the other? Sweet Celestia, can I just have both? Like a harem or threesome? I like that idea. I shake my head vigorously. No, bad Twilight Sparkle, that would be a horrible thing to do to your friends. The phrase is "special somepony" not "special someponies." I may not know much about romantic relationships, but I do know that two-timing is a disrespectful relationship status. Well, if that is not a possibility, then what can I do? I evaluate solutions. The constructive thinking makes my head hurt once more, then an idea forms into my mind. Maybe I can test the both of them? Yes, a test! Hmm. A test to see with whom is more compatible as a partner. Genius Twilight! What kind of test should it be though? Multiple choice? Verbal? All of the above? Oh, that would be fun. A mischievous smile spreads across my face. Is this what they call, playing hard to get? Probably not, but whatever it is, I like it. I write down the many ideas for questions that come to mind. Just you wait you two. Being with me or not will be the most difficult selection you two will ever make. Author's Note This chapter was probably the most difficult to write for us. Other than that, enjoy. *Edit* 18 January, 2014 Revised more and made the paragraphs less clumpy. Do tell us if thought paragraphs separated from action paragraphs are easier to read than whole clumps of both in a paragraph.
The Thought of Just Being FriendsI begin my walk over to Sweet Apple Acres to inform Applejack and Rainbow Dash about the test. It'd definitely be convenient if the both of them were there, especially so that I wouldn't have to go around Ponyville searching for a certain rainbow pony. After about five more minutes of walking, I approach the entrance of the farm. I enter and follow the trail to the farmhouse. Hmm, that's weird, Applejack's currently not hard at work. Maybe she's on her break, it's afternoon after all. I look around at the scene of trees as I walk. The air is always fresher and clearer around here. I liked it, it'd be a wonderful place to read, well, if there weren't apples around to interrupt the trail of imagination and bonk you on your head. I finally reach the Apple farmhouse and knock on the door. "Who is it?!" I hear a shabby voice call out to me. Granny Smith I assume. "It's me, Twilight Sparkle! Is Applejack around?!" I call back. Hopefully she heard me, being an elderly pony and all. "Done seen 'er in the barn, 'long with Rainbow Dash!" "Okay! Thank you Granny Smith!" "Yer welcome Twilight! Call the two over soon so's ya'll can have some applepie!" "Will do!" Mm, apple pie, how tempting. I turn around and start my way to the barn. What could the two possibly be doing? My curiosity consumes me and I quicken my pace to a trot. As I near the barn, I could hear the sound of grunting and bopping come from inside. Fighting? Or are they... I could feel my face begin to get hot as perverted images flood my mind. No, no, they couldn't be. They were attracted to me, not each other, right? Curiosity overwhelms me again, so I open a barn door into a slender cranny. I peer through to see the two athletic ponies standing by their hind legs and taking swings at each other, they also seem to have some sort of mitten attached to their hooves. Each pony seemed to easily block or dodge the other's attacks. They were hoping around in a way that kangaroos did. This was interesting. Wait, they're fighting. It takes me about ten seconds for me to finally realize what was going on. They're fighting!!! I barge inside and the two cease their aggressive behavior, also returning to a normal pony stance. "What in Equestria are you girls doing?!" I shout in a fit. The two look at one another and shrug. "Well?!" "Sugarcube, the two of us here are just boxin'," Applejack tries to explain. "Boxing? Isn't that what Derpy Hooves does? Wait, no she's a mailpony." My mind starts to trail off a bit. What does she do? She is a mailpony, right? I had forgotten my anger for a moment until I realize that I was off in a rabbit trail of thoughts. Back to being angry. "What in Equestria is boxing?!" I inquire, angry once again. "It'sa fighting sport Twi," Rainbow Dash responds. "What?? How in E-" I was interrupted by Applejack. "Okay, before you say 'in Equestria' again, calm down. Lookie here Twilight, we ain't injured in the slightest. Ya probably won't understand and we don't expect ya to, especially since yer not the sports-y type. Boxin' here s'just a sport and is almost completely safe. It'd be 'lot safer if it weren't particular friend of ours." The calm tone along with the sarcasm in her voice calmed me down. I notice Applejack giving the mischievous pegasus a sharp glare. Rainbow Dash lets out a raspy chortle. I still didn't understand, but that wasn't why I was here in the first place. "Okay, since you girls apparently aren't fighting, and since the both of you are here conveniently, I've come to tell you both that I have made my decision." The two ponies' faces focus on me and their eyes widen. They both seemed as if they weren't breathing and more anxious for what would happen next. I ruin their hopes with a, "Sorta..." They both exhale the breath they held in in disappointment. "Not cool, Twilight," Rainbow Dash criticizes. She looks over at Applejack and rolls her eyes, AJ agrees with a nodding motion. "Betcha the Egghead's got a test for us." Ow, how insulting! "Hey! Well, actually, yes," I admit. "Told ya." I shake my head and roll my eyes at Rainbow Dash's comment. I should've written down a list of dislikes too, but it was a tad late for that. "Okay, let's begin with free response." "Uh, actually, Twilight, could we, ya know, do this later? Or possibly tomorrow? Ah'm a tad bit tired from workin' and boxin' with this 'ere Rainbow Dash." "Uh, yeah! Me too!" Rainbow adds. Anyone could tell that the pegasus was still full of energy and just avoiding the test I had ready. I sigh and nod at Applejack. Logically, if one were tired, they'd have a much more difficult time focusing on a test. That theory goes especially with my tests which were well thought through and demanded serious thinking. And also, I shouldn't rush something that would pretty much determine my future life of romance. What if I choose incorrectly because of a mistake I'd made? Then again, how could I choose incorrectly if the two mares in front of me were practically both perfect individuals. Perfect in my eyes, that is. "How 'bout another round, AJ?" Rainbow Dash declares. "Hey! I thought you were tired?!" I chide. "I, uh, I am! I just, uh..." Loss for words, eh? Now here's some friendly payback! "Liar! You just don't want to take the test, do you?" I poke. Applejack chuckles while the shamed pegasus begins to flush. "N-no! I-I do-" "The 'Egghead's' gotcha missy, just give it up," Applejack teases. Rainbow Dash's head hangs down. Completely defeated. AJ and I burst into laughter. I notice the pegasus's face redden at the sound of our laughs. She looks so cute and vulnerable this way. I want to tease her more, but then again, that'd be a cruel thing to do to a friend. "Ya'll hungry? Granny Smith's bakin' some apple pie." I had completely forgotten about the apple pie. My, that sounds good right about now. As if on cue, my stomach growls and I could feel my face burn hot. The other two chuckle. Rainbow Dash certainly recovers quick. "That's a yes, let's go." I back my left flank onto the left barn door and hold it open for the other two to pass. As they were coming up, the smell of their sweat fills my nostrils, it didn't stink, it was enticing, if anything. Sweet Celestia, I'm turning into a pervert aren't I? The two thank me as they head on their way to the farmhouse. I lag after the two. Soon, besides the sweat, the scent of sugar and apples hover around me, inviting me to eat. It causes my hunger to increase. Then, I could hear the athletes in front of me speak of getting to the house first and the next thing I knew, their location became nothing more than air. It made me smile. Such children. I wish that there wasn't a need to select anyone. I want to stay friends with everyone forever, but some tugging feeling in my chest keeps telling me to make up my mind. Maybe, I actually didn't want love and I was just curious of the sensation. Yeah! Maybe that's it! The feeling in my chest tugs again. No it's not. It's that voice again. I was lying to myself again, and I knew it. I longed for a relationship. Though, now should not be the time to be thinking of this, there is some pie waiting for me. Currently, we're all just friends, and I should treasure that until that important event happens. I arrive at the front door and enter. The door squeaks open and I could hear Rainbow Dash and Applejack gouging down on the pie. They must be really hungry. I trot into the kitchen where I could see the residents of the home and Rainbow. Granny Smith points over to the platter of apple pie. "There'sa slice over yonder for ya," she points out. "Thank you," I reply. I use magic to levitate a slice of pie over to myself and take a bite. Delicious. Huh, I just realized that there were some things that I didn't do with magic. I shrug. I may be a constant magic user, but if I relied too much on it, I wouldn't be prepared for a worse-case scenario. I take a seat along with the five and we talk the rest of the afternoon away. Life should be this fun,. Daily learning of something new, teasing and joking around with friends, and eating apple pie, or some other delicacy. Yet, my life's not always so fortunate, and obstacles obstruct our path of life, but it'd, somehow, return to a much happier experience. Currently, my obstacle was settling upon a companion. This life experience is an odd one. It's showing me how emotional confusion really affects my thoughts, actions and decisions. I don't know how this memory will serve any purpose for me, but it is indeed heavenly. Author's Note Kudos to whomever recognizes the title reference. Also, We'd like for everyone who reads this fan fiction to contribute a question to the story that they'd like to have the Element of Magic ask of the two in the free response testing.
The Thought Of Somepony LeavingI don't know what's wrong with me. We are- were having a wonderful time together as a couple. Oh Celestia, I she doesn't hate me for what I did, I wouldn't be able to live with such a thing! Knock, knock. Somepony must be at the front door. "Spiiike! Could you get the door please?!" I call out. I hear the door open. Please don't let it be- "Twi! Ya around?" I hear slight chatter between Applejack and Spike, although, I couldn't hear much to understand what they were talking about. Sweet Celestia, she's here. What do I do? I don't what anything to separate us... It's all bec- "Twilight? Ya in here?" I hear Applejack's voice call out from beyond the opposite side of the stairs leading to the lower section of the library. I hear her trot down the steps. I turn around to see her there by the end of the stairwell. What a beautiful mare. I don't want to break-up with somepony like her. Applejack's lovely, orange coat, normally drenched in sweat due to her duties was always so enticing. Her unkempt, blonde mane that- Urgh! Please Celestia, I don't want her to come to hate me! I look down as Applejack approaches me and raises my head by the muzzle with her hoof. She could tell something was wrong. "What'sa matter, sugarcube...?" I pull my head away from her hoof and face the floor once again, not answering her question. "Aw, Twi, still worried 'bout what happened yesterday?" I nod. What had happened yesterday may be trivial, but I couldn't seem to let it go. It caused me to run away from Applejack for goodness sake! "C'mon Twi, why're ya so worried 'bout what happened?" "B-because... you're my special somepony..." I reply, lowly. Tears begin to well up in my eyes. This is pathetic. Crying over something so trivial. If I was Applejack's special somepony, then I'd be strong for her, but I guess it's the doubt. The doubt that makes me think that Applejack and I aren't forever. That, since we're fillyfoolers, we'd have to end sometime and marry a stallion so that generations of our families would go on. I could hear Applejack heave a sigh. She then nuzzles her neck unto mine. "And Ah always will be," Applejack assures in her soothing voice that relaxed me all the time, "Ah could tell ya were upset ever since ya ran away teary-ah'd, but Ah never thought it'd affect ya that much." She ceases her affectionate nuzzling and lifts my head once again, staring straight into my eyes. They were so enchanting, her eyes, green, and almost glistening. Applejack leans in and kisses me. I stand there, wide-eyed, and almost instantly melting into the kiss. I let out a slight moan of pleasure as small tears roll down my cheek. Until now, we have never kissed, even if the both of us had been only going out for such a short time. The kiss fills my body with a warm and affectionate feeling, a feeling that assured me that she would never leave me. Is this how kisses normally feel like? I hope so, they'd be very boring otherwise. Applejack is the first to pull away. A short five seconds. Five seconds that felt like a minute. Five seconds that made me feel like the happiest mare in Equestria. "Ya 'kay now sugarcube?" Applejack asks. She still appeared a bit worried for me, most likely due to the tears. I wipe away the tears, nod and reply with a, "Yes." Applejack smiles. I nuzzle my neck with hers then pull away. "I'm sorry for overreacting yesterday. I just thought about how it would be if you left me. How it would be if..." I pause for a moment. My chest suddenly felt as if somepony had struck me with a sharp tool. "How it would be if you left me for some other pony. A stallion. That stallion yesterday made me jealous, I guess. Flirting with you and checking you out." "I'd never leave ya fer somepony else, Twi. I love you, and you only." That last comment made me smile. Loving me and me only, huh. It was sweet, like candy. Hopefully she won't use the phrase so often that it would lose it's meaning. I want that meaning to last, to remind me all the time. To remind me that I'll be with her to the end. I kiss Applejack. I close my eyes, feeling more of the kiss. I count the seconds that pass and pull away from the kiss. Eight, topped. I giggle. She chuckles too. "Since yesterday's date was, uh, 'canceled', why don't we go on another one today?" I giggle once again. "I'd absolutely love to," I replied in way as Rarity would speak. We both laugh. Applejack takes my left hoof and pulls me along with her. We head up the stairs to the main library and say goodbye to Spike. We were off on another romantic adventure. An adventure to get to know eachother more and more. On this adventure, we'd visit many places around Ponyville. We'd eat, play, run around and a bunch of other things lovesilly ponies do. But we'd soon get used to eachother and become as other couples that try to stay forever. Though, that was the fun and adventure in it. Lasting forever. If we could do that, it made us worthy of eachother and, hopefully, Celestia would place her blessing upon us and we'd get married. That would be wonderful. Applejack and I could adopt a filly or colt and raise him or her together. We'd grow old and a do a whole lot of things. I shouldn't think too much of the future and get my hopes up too much, but it's what keeps me strong. Hoping. If I didn't hope, then I'd pretty much be, well, hopeless. Nopony wants to feel like that, they'd affect everypony, and if everypony were hopeless then- well you get the point. I wish I could take a picture of this moment. I want it to last forever and to remind me always of how I can fall apart, but be, once again, brought up by Applejack. Though, the best thing I can do now is store it in my own memories and never forget. I love you Applejack, so so much. Author's Note Our first ever fanfic hooray! We hope that thou likes it (please do) and We will appreciate any criticism (be nice please, We are fragile when it comes to such things).
The Thought of Becoming an Alicorn PrincessWow, today was an exciting and tiring day, becoming an Alicorn Princess and all. The Princess of Magic, I like it. I just hope that I don't have to leave everypony. I want to stay in Ponyville, not trapped in a castle with nothing else to do but read and do Princess-like duties. Though that does sound interesting, I still have a life to live in Ponyville. A life with Applejack especially. It was funny, the day before my coronation, seeing her sewing up dresses and taking the work of Rarity. But it was also depressing. It was my fault that that had happened. To this day, even if it has just been one day, I still feel guilty for all that spell. Though, I shouldn't dwell on that past anymore, it made me a Princess, possibly the highest honor to receive! Currently, I am reminiscing in a guest room tryi-. Knock knock. I heave a sigh. Other ponies just have to interrupt my thoughts, don't they? I walk over to the door, unlock it and pull the door open with my magic. "Yes?" I ask through the doorway as I lift my head and straighten out my stance to show my authority. It was a female servant pony, apparently here to check up on me and I just simply told her that I was fine. I appreciate the thought, but the "Do Not Disturb" sign should have been enough to inform her that I wasn't to be disturbed at the time. I look over at the doorknob and see that there was no sign. Oh right, I had forgotten to put it up. I blush slightly and look back at the servant pony. "Princess Sparkle, the Element of Honesty wishes to meet with you." "Yes, of course, bring her in," I reply still trying to tower over her with my authoritative stance. "Right away." The servant pony curtsies and hurries down the hall. A few seconds later, she is escorting Applejack through to my guest room. Which, hopefully, will not become my permanent room. The servant curtsies again and goes off to do her other duties. I gesture Applejack to come inside as I place a "Do Not Disturb" sign on the doorknob and shut the door with my magic. "Hay there Twi. How ya feelin' 'bout becoming a Princess and stuff?" Applejack asks. I giggle, "It was very fun. I really couldn't have become a Princess without you and everypony." She blushes and smiles. I then hug AJ and she hugs back. "Where are the others? Why did you come alone?" I ask, curious. I pull away from the hug and smile at her. "Oh, they were tired from the day and Ah just wanted to see how you were doin'," she replies, "Ya really look beautiful with yer new wings, Twi." "Well, props of becoming an Alicorn Princess," I laugh. Applejack laughs too. "Ah'd better leave ya 'lone now, Miz Princess of Magic, ya seem a bit tired like th' others." I nod. "Yeah, I sure am. Especially after that first time flying through Canterlot." I yawn and smile again at Applejack. "Goodnight." She leans in and gives me a peck on my lips. "Goodnight, Princess." I blush at the word "Princess" it made me feel alot more important to Applejack. I watch as Applejack turns around and waves goodbye. I wave goodbye back as she leaves and shuts the door behind her. I'm only anticipating one more visit tonight. A visit from my former teacher and mentor, Princess Celestia. Though she did say I was still going to be her student in a different way. I probably misheard her, I don't know. It'd be a bit unfortunate to not be her student anymore, but that didn't mean I couldn't learn from her anymore, it'd just be in a different way. About a minute passes until I hear a light knocking on my guest room door again. "Princess Sparkle, it is I," a royal voice calls from the opposite side of the door. "Come in," I invite. The door opens with a light click and I watch as Princess Celestia enters. "Princess Celestia, what brings you here tonight?" I was being slightly sarcastic, I knew she was here to check up on me like the others and inform me of my new duties. Duties that, I hope, will not remove me from my residence in Ponyville. "You have no reason to call me by 'Princess' anymore, Princess Twilight, but if you prefer it, you may." I laugh at her hypocrisy and the sun goddess laughs along with me. "Also, I came to see how you were doing. You are doing well, I assume?" Princess Celestia asks. I nod and smile sheepishly. "It's just a lot to take in, becoming an Alicorn Princess and all. And, overall, becoming an equal to the sun goddess and my mentor," I sigh. "Anypony would find it a lot to take in, but you deserve it Twilight Sparkle. You have learned the magic of friendship which gives you the right of the authority, the Princess of Magic. Also, about your new duties. I want you to remain in Ponyville and expand your knowledge in friendship and magic." My eyes widen. The Sun Princess smiles, knowing how I'd react. I practically start bouncing all around the room in a way that Pinkie Pie would. Wonderful news, this is WONDERFUL NEWS! I get to stay in Ponyville along with everypony and Applejack especially. I stop my ecstatic behavior, walk up to the Princess and embrace her. "Thank you oh so much, Princess Celestia!" I almost squeal of happiness. Celestia has granted another one of my many wishes. Such a faithful goddess she is. "You are very welcome, Princess Sparkle. That is all I have to tell you. I shall now take my leave." She nods at me and I nod back, waving goodbye. "Thank you very much again Princess Celestia!" I see and hear her chuckle as she shuts the door behind her as she trots off to her own room. I want to pray to Princess Celestia a lot more to thank her, but I fear the many thanks would become annoying. Another sweet memory of happiness that only I can feel, so I'll keep this along with the others to remind me of the things I've been through to reach where I am today. So what will I do in the new days in Ponyville? Simple, do what I have always been doing. Learning about friendship, be a friend to my friends and do all the fun stuff I always do back at Ponyville. Whether it be helping Applejack around the farm during the Applebuck Season or fooling around with Pinkie Pie and spreading happiness throughout Ponyville. Or be it helping Rarity stitch dresses, though, I don't really think I'd be much help unless I have a book for it. Or be it helping Rainbow Dash with her flying. Talking about flying, I can do that too now! And lastly, I could help Fluttershy with her animals or with her being a bit more assertive, in a good way. Oh the adventures I'll have and it'll all begin tomorrow morning. I yawn. Should probably head off to bed now. I trudge to my guest bed. Oh right, I'm still in my coronation dress. I use my magic to remove it, hang it and set it away in my temporary closet. I yawn once again. I crawl into the bed, turn off the lights with my magic, and cover myself with the blanket. Goodnight Equestria, the fun will certainly start by the time I wake up tomorrow morning. Author's Note Hooray! Second fanfiction mares and stallions! From what We hear, the Princess of Magic is going to stay in Ponyville and continue learning magic. If We had misunderstood, then this work will be edited, or We will simply continue this series as a spinoff to the true life of Princess Sparkle.
