//------------------------------// // At the Gala // Story: Violet-Rose Equestria Tales // by Fizzyberries302 //------------------------------// “OWW! Applejack do ya have to pull so hard when you tie my bow like that!” Apple Bloom shrieked. It was the night of the Gala and all the girls were getting dressed in Rarity’s room as it was where the dresses were. The CMC arrived that afternoon, along with Comet. Big Mac and Granny Smith had to stay behind to look after the farm. Apple Bloom was dressed in a jewelled red dress and Applejack was tying a green sparkly bow in her sisters red hair. Sweetie Belle’s dress had a navy blue back with green flowers on the edges, while the bottom of the skirt was translucent and her mane was done up into a cute bob with a shiny blue headband. Scootaloo was dressed in a purple and orange fading dress that was feathered and had a lightning bolt on the neckline, her mane was straitening down the side and her tiny wings poked through two holes in the back. Rarity was busy doing everyone’s hair and make-up; she herself was wearing a shimmery purple gown, with lilac lace bordering the edges and neckline. Applejack was wearing a green and brown cowgirl dress and green boots. She even let Rarity decorate her precious hat with jewelled apples and green ribbons. Her blonde hair was done into a plait that hung from her shoulder. Twilight was dressed in a dark blue dress with silver stars along the hem, neckline and the bodice was covered in silver glitter. She wore her crown on top her curled hair. Rainbow Dash was dressed in a shimmering gown that had a hue of rainbow. She wore a gold wreath in her mane, which had been straightened. Pinkie Pie was wearing a fluffy pink dress with candy embroidered along the edges. Her hair was her usual poofy style. Fluttershy was wearing a simple green ball gown, green gloves and slippers, while her mane had been curled slightly and had threaded flowers through it. She wore a little make up, enough to make her face shimmer but not enough to block out her natural beauty. Violet was still behind the curtain getting into her dress. Finally, she hollered out to the girls. “You girls ready for the reveal?” “Ready as we’ll ever be Violet.” Twilight called back. Violet slowly walked out from behind the curtain, letting her friends take in her appearance. She was dressed in a light blue dress, with a translucent sheet over the top. Her blonde mane was done up into a loose ponytail with glitter all through it. On top of her head was a silver sparkly headband with a shimmery violet sitting behind her ear. The only make-up she had on was mascara and lip gloss, making her green eyes sparkle. They were all wearing their special perfume. “Violet, you look beautiful!” Twilight breathed. “Comet’s gonna have a heart attack when he sees you!” Rainbow grinned. “You look so beautiful Violet!” said the CMC. Violet blushed at all the compliments she was getting. “Shall we go; the boys are waiting.” she said. She was right. Waiting at the bottom of the steps was Comet Blitz, Spike and Discord. All were wearing suits. Comet’s was black with a white shirt and blue neck tie with a comet pattern. Spike was wearing a black tux with a white ruffled shirt and a top hat. Discord was also wearing a black tux and white shirt, but he was also wearing a ruby red and gold vest and bowtie. He began tugging on his collar. “Is it hot in here?” “Discord get a hold of yourself. You going to look like a nervous wreck.” said Comet, giving Discord a slap on the back. “I’m sorry Comet. I just can’t focus right now. What if I slip up? What if I make a fool of myself?” “What if Celestia jumps onto a table and starts doing the chicken dance. You’ll be fine.” “Easy for you to say, you’ve already got a marefriend.” “You think I wasn’t nervous on our first date? Of course I was nervous. Its normal to be nervous.” Comet explained. “Guys, there they are!” cried Spike. Discord and Comet instantly snapped back into reality and watched the group of mares walk down the stairs, but only two caught their eyes. Discord’s mouth fell open when he saw Fluttershy. Absolutely beautiful. The little make-up she wore gave her fur a light glow and he could have sworn that she was sparkling. Comet felt his heart beat faster and faster when he saw his marefriend approach him. She looked like a star in that dress. Violet blushed when she saw Comet, standing there in his suit. He looked so handsome. “My dear, you look beautiful.” he said, taking her hoof and planted a kiss on it. “Not so bad yourself. Nice suit by the way.” she said. “Thanks, it was my Dad’s.” Violet giggled as her boyfriend brushed a bit of hair out of her face. “Shall we go?” he offered. Comet then led Violet into the ballroom. The other ponies had already entered the ballroom. Only Fluttershy and Discord were standing there. Discord had to slap his cheek to knock him back into reality. He held out a gloved claw for Fluttershy. “Shall we, my dear?” “Sure…” Fluttershy whispered and let him lead her into the ballroom with the rest. The orchestra were playing a smooth melody; ponies had already started to dance. Across the room Violet spotted the princesses. Celestia was dressed in a flowing gown that had a shade of orange and yellow and she had a single sunflower behind her ear. Luna was the same, only her dress was black with a shade of midnight blue. She wore sapphire earrings and her skirt was shimmering with moonstones and sapphires. “Girls! Over here!” called Luna. The group of friends walked over to greet the princesses. “Princess Celestia! Princess Luna.” The CMC cried, bowing in respect to their countries rulers. “Welcome Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle and Scootaloo. Your sisters have told us so much about you.” said Celestia. The regal alicorn turned to look at the other ponies. “All of you look so beautiful and handsome,” Celestia then turned to Twilight. “Twilight. Luna and I have a surprise for you.” “A surprise? What surprise?!” The purple alicorn asked. The sisters giggled. “Come on over you two.” Violet watched as two ponies came into view. One was a unicorn stallion and the other was an alicorn mare. The stallion was tall and buff, with a white coat and a blue striped mane and was wearing a purple and gold chestplate. The mare had a coral pink coat and her mane was striped yellow, purple and light pink. She wore a crown on top of her head and her dress was a simple baby blue and pink gown, but her abdomen was swollen. She was pregnant. Twilight lit up when she saw the two ponies and ran into their embrace. “Cadence! Shining Armour!” she cried, hugging the ponies. “Twilly!” said Shining Armour, returning her hug. The mare called Cadence and Twilight started doing this weird song and dance. “Sunshine, sunshine, ladybugs awake, clap your hooves and do a little shake.” “I thought you weren’t coming to the Gala this year.” “And miss a chance to spend with my sister-in-law. Never.” Cadence scoffed. She then noticed everyone standing there in formal attire. “You brought all your friends too!” Shining Armour exclaimed. “And some new ones.” said Twilight as Comet and Violet stepped forward. “Shining Armour, Cadence this is Violet-Rose. Violet this is my brother Shining Armour and his wife Princess Cadence.” Violet did a small curtsy. “Nice to meet you.” “Nice to meet you too Violet.” said Shining Armour. The unicorn stallion turned the look at Comet. “Who’s this smart young colt?” “My boyfriend.” Comet implied this by giving Violet a peck on the cheek. Violet the turned her attention to Cadence. “You expecting?” she asked. Cadence smiled and touched her swollen belly. “It’s my 10th month.” Violet was confused at first, but then she remembered that a pony’s generation period lasts eleven months. “Girl or Boy?” she asked. “I think it’s a Girl, but Shining here thinks it’s going to be a Boy,” Cadence whispered the rest in Violet’s ear. “I think he only wants a boy so he could have a personal trainee in the Royal Guard.” “I heard that Cadee!” Shining Armour said, annoyed. Everyone laughed and went their separate ways. Rainbow, Rarity and Twilight went to mingle with their crushes. Fluttershy took Discord into the gardens to have him meet her Canterlot animal friends. Violet and Comet just talked over stuff about each other’s interests. Then a sudden realization hit Violet like a sledgehammer. Comet didn’t know about her human origin! How was he going to react if she told him that he had been dating a Human turned Pegasus? Would he leave her for hiding such a thing? Judging by her friend’s reactions when she met them, she knew that Comet would have the same reaction. “Hey babe, I’m just going to the bathroom for a minute. Can you wait here, then we can go check out the food.” he asked. “Sure.” said Violet. When Violet was waiting for her boyfriend, she was approached by a white unicorn stallion. At first she thought it was Shining Armour, but then she saw the stallion’s mane was blonde. “What’s a pretty little thing doing sitting on her own?” he asked, in a posh tone. “I’m waiting for someone.” Violet said sharply, wanting this stallion to clear off. “I’m sure you have time. I’m Prince Blueblood, what’s your name?” Violet’s eyes widened. Two weeks ago, Rarity had warned her about a stallion named Prince Blueblood and that he may seem charming, but he was as charming as a snake. Was this the stallion she was talking about? “Violet-Rose- “ “Violet-Rose, what a pretty name for a pretty mare. Well Violet-Rose, will you be so kind as to company me tonight. I’m sure your friend can wait.” said Blueblood, taking Violet’s hoof. Violet flinched as he started to drag her away for the table. “I have a coltfriend!” she spat, wanting to get as far away as possible from this guy. She was fifteen, this guy looked to be in his mid-twenties. Violet felt the herge to vomit as Blueblood said. “I’m sure it’s not that serious. Come with me my dear.” His grip on her tightened as he dragged her away. A million thoughts ran through Violet’s mind. She looked around the room for any of her friends, but they were nowhere in sight. Not even Discord, who towered over everypony like a giant. Then by some miracle she heard a familiar voice. “Hey! What are you doing?!” Comet called, running over. Blueblood stopped in his tracks and faced the pegasus colt. Comet didn’t need to be told twice at what was going on when he saw the look of fear on his marefriends face. “Violet, get behind me!” he snapped, pulling her away from that creep of a prince. “Just who do you think you are! Miss Violet was just companying me on this evening.” Blueblood spat. Comet gabbed a hoof in the prince’s chest. “I’m her coltfriend and I think you should back off before things start to get ugly!” Blueblood sneered. “You? Her coltfriend? Please, a pretty mare deserves to be with somepony like me. I’m handsome, charming and royalty! She doesn’t need some lowly, common, nobody like yourself.” That did it. Comet’s face went bright red and he slapped Blueblood on the face. All around, ponies were watching the fight. Violet could only cower as the tension grew. “Who do you think you are, telling me that I don’t deserve Violet!” Comet shouted, his anger echoed off the walls. “I am Prince Blueblood, nephew of Celestia and Luna. And you sir, will be locked up for striking royalty!” Blueblood sneered. “YOU DO KNOW THAT SHE’S ONLY FIFTEEN!” Comet raged. “I’M TWENTY-TWO AND I DON’T CARE HOW OLD SHE IS.” Comet punched Blueblood in the face, knocking him to the ground and raising a gasp from the crowd. “YOU DISGUSTING WASTE OF A PONY. SHE’S FIFTEEN AND YOUR TWENTY-TWO! YOUR DISGUSTING!” He kept beating up the helpless prince. Comet kicked Blueblood in the groin, causing a whimper out of the prince. “Nasty!” He then spat on Blueblood’s face. But Blueblood wasn’t going down without a fight and tackled Comet. But the pegasus had the advantage of flight and quickly wriggled from Blueblood’s grip and took to the skies. Blueblood had started to charge his horn with magic, but Comet jumped on him, throwing punches. “Both of you stop it!” cried Violet, pulling Comet off Blueblood. But that didn’t stop Comet from giving Blueblood another good punch in the jaw. The prince fell to the ground and tasted blood. He felt around his mouth and felt one of his teeth missing. “You knocked out my tooth,” he gurgled. “You’re in so much trouble for hitting the nephew of Princess Celestia and Princess Luna!” Comet picked Blueblood up by the collar and glared at him. “I don’t care whose nephew you are, but I want you to stay away from my girlfriend! If I catch you near her again, I won’t hesitate to finish what I started. Are we clear Princy?” he said in a menacing tone. Blueblood gulped and nodded, knowing that he had lost. “We’re clear.” he yelped as Comet roughly dropped him. Blueblood pulled out a mirror and looked at his face. It was swollen and red, he had two black eyes and there was blood dripping from his mouth. “My face! My beautifully handsome face!” The prince ran past everypony out the ballroom. Comet’s expression softened when his attention was directed at Violet. “He didn’t hurt you, did he?” Violet slowly shook his head. She was mainly focused on her coltfriend’s condition. Comet’s face was also bruised and swollen. But he had one black eye and a cut on his cheek. His suit was dusty and lopsided; his tie was hanging loosely from around his neck. Violet helped him straighten his attire when a familiar group of ponies, and a couple of ones she didn’t know came running over. “Violet! Comet! Are you guys okay? We heard shouting. What happened?” Twilight demanded. “Blueblood happened, he was trying to get Violet to go with him.” Comet explained, grimly. “BLUEBLOOD!” Rarity shrieked. “Rarity, calm down. Don’t strain your voice darling.” said a unicorn stallion. “Fancy Pants, if you only knew of the horrors I had to endure last year.” Rarity muttered. “You won’t believe this but even after I told him that I have a coltfriend, he still tried to drag me away.” Violet said, straightening Comet’s suit. A gasp rose from the group, Rarity looked ready to kill. Then from the gardens, Fluttershy and Discord flew over. “Is somepony hurt, we heard shouting…Oh my Faust!” they cried when they saw Comet. “What happened?!” Discord demanded. “Celestia’s twat of a nephew was pestering Violet. Even after I told him that she’s fifteen. Did I mention that this guy is TWENTY-TWO!” Comet roared. Fluttershy’s mouth fell open. “Where is he? I’ll pulverise him!” Rainbow Dash cried, smashing her fists together. “I think Comet took care of it Dashie.” said a pegasus stallion that Violet recognised as Soarin. Then Celestia and Luna came over. “Is everything okay? We saw Blueblood run out the ballroom?” Celestia asked. “Did something happen?” Luna asked. “Yes something happened. Your lazy quack of a nephew tried to drag Violet away.” Discord explained. The two sisters gasped. Luna put her hoof to her forehead and groaned. “This is not the first time this has happened, sadly.” The night princess explained. “What exactly happened?” Celestia asked, wanting answers. “Well, I was waiting for Comet. Blueblood approached me and asked me to join him on this evening. I told him that I have a coltfriend, but he said ‘I’m sure it can’t be that serious.’ Then he grabbed me by the arm and tried to drag me away. That’s when Comet stepped in.” Violet explained. Everyone’s eyes widened in horror and shock. “I gave him a warning to back off. But he said that I didn’t deserve Violet, so I slapped him and that escalated into us beating each other up. I even knocked out his tooth.” Comet explained. “You knocked out his tooth?!” Rarity shrieked, but grinned at the same time. “I see; we’ll see what we can do about Blueblood. Honestly, it’s like he uses his title of ‘Prince’ to get whatever he wants and any mare he likes.” Celestia groaned. “Enjoy the rest of the party.” said Luna. The two sisters walked off, shaking their heads in disappointment. “I hope I don’t get arrested.” said Comet, his injuries snapped better (curtesy of Discord). “You won’t, the sisters aren’t like that and what you did was only a matter of defence.” Twilight said, patting Comet on the back. When the scene cleared out, the Mane Six went their separate ways. Rainbow went to hang out with Soarin, Twilight talked with her family and Flash Sentry, Applejack hung out with Spike and the CMC and Rarity went to mingle with the high class ponies and Fancy Pants. Discord tapped Violet on the back. “Violet, can I talk to you?” “Sure, excuse me for a minute Comet.” The two friends walked a little way from the others. Discord whispered in Violet’s ear. “Okay here’s the deal. I want to perform the song before this night ends, but I have no idea what to do. I need some ideas.” “Okay, let me think.” Violet stroked her chin and thought. Suddenly her ears perked up. “I got it! She loves flowers right? And her animal friends?” “Yeah, we we’re just in the garden when we heard the fight.” he said. “Don’t remind me. But I have a plan, we just need a little help from Comet.” Violet looked over at her coltfriend. “Hey Comet, can you come here for a minute?” Once they were all in a huddle, Violet explained the plan. “Okay, Comet I need you to keep Fluttershy busy for a few minutes, while Discord and I set up the garden. Got it! Three, two, one, go!” said Violet. Comet zipped off to keep Fluttershy busy, while Violet and Discord snuck out to the gardens. Discord used his magic to create a table and two chairs with green velvet cushions. He placed a candle and plates and cutlery on either side. Violet talks to a group of birds and explained what they needed. The birds instantly understood and agreed to help with the song. “Alright, now let’s go through what you’re going to say. When Comet brings Fluttershy over, you…” “Bow slightly, take her hoof, lead her to the table, pull it out for her, wait for her to sit down and push it in?” Discord demonstrated with Violet. “Great. Then what do you say to her?” “Would you like soup or salad?” “No, before that!” “Oh right! You look lovely tonight!” “Good, good. So after serving the soup or salad…” “If she wants soup, ask if she wants salt, if salad, dressing.” “And after that?” “Give her the main course and tell her that she has beautiful eyes!” “And after that?” “Tell her that I greatly admire her and want to be her special some pony.” “And then?” “Dessert!” Violet grinned at Discord. “Then what do you do after?” Discord smiled. “You give the signal for the birds to start, then I’ll sing my song for her, in dance.” He demonstrated a waltz. “I think you’ve got it!” Violet said, nudging him in the side. “Wanna practice the song again?” she asked the birds. “Nah, we’re good.” they tweeted. “Then I think we’re ready!” “I’m not!” Discord protested, clutching his tail. “What if she doesn’t like me? What if she hates me for the rest of my life? Ouch!” Violet had punched him in the side. “Get a grip Discord. Of course she’ll like you!” “How do you know?” “Because she told…” She hung her head. “Fine,” She pointed to two of the birds. “You two go get Fluttershy while a take care of this nervous wreck.” The birds nodded and flew off. Once they had left, Violet turned to the draconequus. “Look, even if it doesn’t work between you two at least you could still be friends.” “But what if I mess up?” the draconequus squealed. “What if I do something stupid and she thinks I’m an idiot?!” “You won’t mess up. Even if you do, Fluttershy won’t care. If it was Rarity, then that’s a different story. If you ask me, Flutters is crazy about you.” He blinked at her. “You really think so?” She shrugged. “It’s possible. Now pull yourself together and get into position!” she cried. “Now,” Violet said. “Here is a last minute tip. No matter how tempted you are, do not kiss her on the first date! Unless she leans in first.” Discord gulped. “Kiss? I hadn’t thought of that.” “Well, don’t. Girls don’t like it when guys are two pushy, so it’s best to save the kissing for later.” “But you kissed Comet on your first date!” Discord protested. “Just because I got kissed on the first date, doesn’t mean you have to do the same. You don’t want to scare her off!” “But I’ve never kissed anyone before! Maybe I should practice.” Violet held up her hooves. “Hey, don’t look at me, Comet will murder you if you kissed me! Like I said, don’t worry about kissing or messing up. You just do what feels right. Just be…well, yourself.” “I thought the point of this was so I could be less myself.” “Well yeah, but the better version. Think back to that moment when you say all those things about Fluttershy and use that emotion when talking to her.” “I can’t!” “Don’t worry. Comet, the birds and I will be right over here coaching you.” Discord’s ears perked up when he heard a soft voice, followed by the tweeting of birds and a stallion’s voice. “What’s all this about?” “She’s coming!” the draconequus choked. “I can’t do this! I’m not ready!” “Yes, you are!” Violet said, flying up to lay a hoof on his shoulder. “You can’t hide your feelings forever. You’re making your move tonight!” “I…! can’t!” He cried out as she tugged his beard so he would look her in the eye. “Look, you love this girl, right?” “Y-yes,” he stammered. “You want to hold her?” “Yes.” “Please her?” “Yes!” “Then what are you waiting for?” He straightened up. “You’re right! I’m the Lord of Chaos! I took over Equestria in a day! if I can do that, I can face one pony!” “Okay, not initially what I meant, but whatever works.” Violet ducked behind a peony bush, just in time. Fluttershy’s eyes grew big when she spotted Discord under the willow tree. “What’s going on…?” Violet had to step on Discord’s tail. Once he had recovered from the pain, he bowed to the lovely pegasus. “Fluttershy, my dear, dear friend! I hope you don’t mind, but I have prepared a little something to get away from all the loud and noisy ponies.” “Oh well would you look at that, there are only two chairs!” Comet exclaimed. “Well, I just head back to the party and leave you two alone.” Comet snickered and hastened into the bushes. “Wait!” Fluttershy whispered. “What’s going on here?” Fluttershy looked at the set up. “But…candles! Flowers! What…?” She gasped. Did she tell him? “Come on Fluttershy, I put a lot of effort into this. Please, sit!” He bowed to her and took her hoof, lightly kissing it. “It is all for you, my dear.” She blushed. “But what’s the occasion?” “The occasion is us.” He pulled out her seat, waited for her to sit and pushed her in. “This is a thank you for all you’ve done for me…as well as an apology for the piñata incident…and, um…all the other incidents. Shall we?” He sat down at the opposite chair. “So far, so good,” Comet whispered to Violet. “By the way, Fluttershy,” Discord said. “the salad is looking lovely tonight.” He winced and Violet slapped her forehead. “I mean, um…would you like some salad, dear?” “Oh yes,” Fluttershy said with a smile. “That would be lovely.” “So salad it is then!” A covered dish appeared in front of her. The lid rose to reveal a bowl of fresh lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes and croutons. “What kind of dressing, my dear?” “Ranch, please,” Fluttershy replied. Her wish was granted and the draconequus summoned a bowl of paper for him to eat. Comet raised an eyebrow, but Violet whispered. “Don’t question.” She then instructed the birds to start singing. Violet and Comet’s voice started to join in: “I’ve been alone with you inside my mind…” “What the…where is that music coming from?” Fluttershy looked around for the source. “My dear you must be hearing things.” He winked as the pegasi couple continued. "And in my dreams I’ve kissed your lips a thousand times…” “Tell me you heard that.” “I sometimes see you pass out my door.” “Hear what?” the draconequus shrugged, munching on his paper as if nothing was happening. “Hello…is it me your looking for? I can see it your eyes…” “But…what?” Soon Fluttershy found herself staring into Discord’s red and yellow eyes.” “I can see it in your eyes.” He gave her a kind, adoring grin that made her heart pound furiously. “You’re all I ever wanted, and my arms are open wide, ‘Cause you know just what to do…” “Fluttershy,” Discord whispered, leaning towards her. “And I want to tell you so much…” “Yeah?” she said absentmindedly “I love you.” “Lionel Richie does it again,” Violet smirked. “Fluttershy,” Discord repeated. “I was wondering…would you…?” Their mouths dropped open as they watched with anticipation. Suddenly, the draconequus moved away. “Would you like your potatoes mashed of baked?” “Damn it!” Violet grumbled. Fluttershy faced Discord. “Mashed, please.” As they moved on to their main course, the two ponies were starting to get bored. “They haven’t said anything for seven minutes!” Comet exclaimed. “When is he going to ask her already?” “Hush,” Violet whispered, silencing him. “I got this.” She emerged from the bushes and waved her hooves to get Discord’s attention. When he finally spotted her, she gestered over to Fluttershy, urging him to make his move. He turned to his date and gulped. “Um, Fluttershy?” She looked up from her half-eaten potatoes. “Yes?” He leaned his elbow onto the table. “Has any pony ever told you that you have…um…?” He glanced at Violet for help. She pointed to her head. “That you have…” Discord continued. “…hair?” Violet smacked herself in the forehead. Fluttershy simply raised an eyebrow. “Yes, I believe they have.” “Well, uh…” he stammered. “Have they ever told you that it’s…pink?” The human groaned and shook her head. “Pretty!” he blurted. “I meant pretty!” Fluttershy looked down at her hooves, grinning shyly. “You…think I’m pretty?” He sighed with relief. “Yes! Very pretty!” “Oh. No pony’s ever called me pretty before.” “Well, they should have. It’s not just your hair. You also have pretty…” He looked to Violet, who gestured to her eyes. “Eyes! Yes, you have…” He locked his gaze and sighed dreamily. “Pretty eyes.” Fluttershy beamed. “Thank…” “In fact everything about is pretty! Beautiful, even!” She met his eyes again. “Beautiful?” He reached out and gently took her hooves. “I wish I could find a better word, but until then, ‘beautiful’ is the best I can do.” “I’m really flattered…” “I love you!” The words were out before he could stop it. Fluttershy squeaked in shock and Discord covered his mouth once he realized his mistake. He looked too Violet and Comet, who were equally shocked, but the mare urged him to continue. He swallowed hard and summoned all the courage he could muster. “Yes, I... l-l-love y-y-y-you.” He could not remember ever being tongue-tied. “I think you’re…amazing. Not only you are ravishing, but also sweet and good…” “But I thought that kind of stuff made you sick,” Fluttershy said suddenly. “It did. Before I met you, I had no purpose but to corrupt the world. You’ve shown me that there’s more to life then chaos. You’re my first friend…and first love. I know this must be shocking for you, but I have to let you know. I understand you may never want me in the way I want you, and that I am not worthy of some pony as alluring as you…” “Discord, I…never knew you felt this way.” “Well, I do. You probably hate me now, don’t you?” “Hate you? Whatever gave you that idea?” “I don’t know, maybe because of all those incidents involving me hurting other stallions. You looked so upset with me. You seem to get upset every time I use magic!” “Discord, I have no problem with your magic. Sure, I was disappointed in you when you turned that stallion into a piñata, but I love your magic.” He blinked. “You do?” She blushed. “Last week, when you helped me clean my cottage, helping me get Violet settled in and don’t get started on this lovely dinner you prepared. I wish you could do more things rather than pranking ponies and changing everything.” “Changing everything?” “Remember when you turned my flower garden into lollipops?” “Oh,” he chuckled nervously. “That.” “It’s not bad as I make it sound. I just wish you could learn to appreciate the natural beauty of the world.” “I do appreciate natural beauty.” He vanished from his seat and appeared on one knee beside her. “I wouldn’t change a single thing about you.” She tried to glance away, but Discord pulled her head to face him. A glimmer of hope in the draconequus’ eye. Thinking he was never going to get this chance again, he took her hooves in his hands. “Fluttershy,” he said slowly, “I need to ask you something, before I chicken out.” She met his eyes. “Yes?” “I know this is going to sound cheesy, but…” He took a deep breath. “will you be my special some pony?” For a while, Fluttershy could not find the voice to answer. She saw the hope and admiration in his face and did not want to disappoint him. She could not deny her herself anymore and she nodded. “You will?” Discord asked excitedly. “Yes,” she uttered. “Yes?” “Yes!” Violet cried. He pulled her into a passionate embrace. “Oh, thank you, my dear! You have made me the happiest creature alive!” Violet, Comet and the birds were about the cheer when Discord snapped his fingers and a slow melody started playing. “Discord…” Fluttershy began. Discord put his finger to her lips and held out his paw. “May I have this dance?" Fluttershy smiled as he led her out into a clearing. “I would love to.” Comet and Violet changed bushes and followed them. The music still playing, Discord led Fluttershy into a slow dance. Then a low haunting voice started singing. Violet was shocked to find that it was coming from Discord’s mouth. Chaos of the Night Night time, falls and wins my adoration, Chaos stirs from, my imagination, Listen as the trees create music in the breeze. Inside the ballroom, the haunting tune met the ears of thousands of ponies. The orchestra stopped playing and looked at each other wondering where that music was coming from. The song met the ears of the princesses and the Mane Five. “What is that music?” Twilight asked. “Whoever it is, is magnificent.” Rarity chimed. Pinkie listened carefully to the music. “It’s coming from the garden!” The pink party pony sped out the door. Soon all the guests were out in the garden, looking for the source of the music. The Mane Five, their partners, the princesses and hundreds of guest’s mouths fell open to see who was singing. “Discord!” Slowly as you, dream a land of splendour, Take the chance to, live a life of grandeur, Appearances deceive, look me in the eye, believe I do not intend to cause you any fright As I create the chaos of the night Close your eyes and I'll cure you of your darkest dreams Purge your thoughts of the beast you knew before Spread your wings, let your feelings come alive And together we will both sky dive Violet and Comet chuckled as Fluttershy gave Discord an odd look. On the other side of the gardens, also watching were hundreds of high class ponies. Twilight’s mouth was wide open, same as the rest of the ponies. Some of the mares were even fanning themselves at the sound of his voice. Softly, deftly, chaos shall surround you Hear it, feel it, closing in around you Open up the door, and you'll find out what's in store As you turn away from Harmony and light And relish in the chaos of the night The hearts of many ponies soared as Discord led Fluttershy up into the night sky, singing a particularly high note. Let your thoughts roam, devise itself a whole new world Memories, forget them, they're in the past Let your heart take you where it longs to be Only then will you belong to me Fluttershy felt her heart melt as Discord caressed her cheek on that last note. Rainbow Dash could only watch in shock. Part of her wanted to fly over and strangle him, but Fluttershy showed no signs of resistance. Floating, flying, dancing here together Hold me, love me, dearest, darling treasure Mouths dropped a second time. Had they really heard Discord, the Lord of all things Chaos, call that delicate little pegasus…a treasure? It was beyond even Celestia’s understanding. Only Cadence, Violet and Comet knew that this was not a fluke. They all watched as Discord ran his fingers through Fluttershy’s hair. Let the dream begin, let your darker side give in To the power of the chaos I incite As I create the chaos of the night He and Fluttershy spun around in the air for a bit, listening to the music. Discord caressed her face and started to float down with her as he sang the final chord. You alone can make my heart take flight As I create the chaos of the night They stood there in silence, until Discord surprised everyone by pressing his lips to Fluttershy’s. He caught the look of shock on Violet’s face and realised his mistake. He pulled away, embarrassed of his mistake. “I…I’m so sorry,” he spluttered. “Just the spur of the moment, I…” Fluttershy softly placed her hoof to his lips, quieting him down. She lifted her face towards him and returned her lips to his own. Discord’s eyes widened in confusion as their lips met again and then he slid them shut, wrapping his arms around her and ran his claws into her mane. He expected her to pull away, but she showed no signs of resistance. Violet and Comet climbed out of the bushes and approached the couple, who pulled away just in time to see them. “Thank you!” Discord said. “This never would have been possible without you two!” “Aw, it was nothing,” Violet beamed. “It certainly was something! Why, if I hadn’t told you my feelings and asked you for advice, I’d still be on my couch, wallowing in agony!” “Wait,” Fluttershy muttered. “You told Violet you had feelings for me? I told Violet I had feelings for you!” “What?” he turned accusingly toward Violet. “You knew all along that she liked me in return and you didn’t tell me?!” “Hey!” Violet shouted defensively. “Both of you wanted it to be kept a secret,” Then a sudden realisation hit her. “Um…Discord, have you thought about what you’re going to tell the others?” “YOU DON’T NEED TO TELL US ANYTHING, CAUSE WE’RE STANDING RIGHT HERE!” cried a voice. The Quattro exchanged nervous glances and slowly turned around to see the entire ballroom staring at them, the Mane Five and the Princesses were up front, glaring at them. “Ah!” Discord sputtered. “Oh dear…” Fluttershy whimpered, seeing the shocked and angry face on Rainbow’s face. Violet felt her face go bright red. “How long have you all been standing there?!” The group up front stepped forward. Celestia gave Discord a stern look. “I must say, this is quite an achievement for you Discord. I never imagined that one day, my old enemy, the Lord of Chaos, would fall in love.” Her expression changed into a sweet and supportive smile. “And what a joyful day it is.” Discord perked up, wondering if he had heard Celestia right. “You’re…not going to punish me?” “Punish you? No, in fact I am very proud of you. I brought you out of stone because I thought you needed to be taught the Magic of Friendship, but you have achieved something far greater than Friendship. You have found Love.” Discord blushed and rubbed the back of his neck. “Well,” he gestured over to Violet and Comet. “They gave me a hand.” He patted Violet on the head. Twilight stepped forward. “Honestly, I never thought you were a singer. Did you write that song?” “With Fluttershy in mind.” he implied this by giving his new marefriend a kiss on the cheek. “You wrote that song…for me?” Fluttershy said. “Been working on it for over a month.” “Discord, it was beautiful. No pony has ever written me a song before. That has got to be the sweetest thing you’ve ever done for me.” She flung her hooves around him in an embrace. “So…does that mean it’s okay for us to be together?” he asked. The group all exchanged glances, with smile on their faces. “After hearing that song, it just proves how much you love her. So…you are in the clear?” Luna said. “You serious?” “I might take some getting used to, but your still in the clear.” Celestia explained. Discord cried out in joy and kissed Fluttershy again, making everyone feel awkward. “We’ll leave you to alone to enjoy the rest of the Gala.” The sun princess said. Violet walked away with Comet to re-join the dance floor. The Gala ended at 2 am. By then, everypony had left and those staying in the palace were going up to bed. Discord walked Fluttershy to her room. “Thank you for tonight, Discord. Goodnight.” Fluttershy whispered. “Goodnight,” he replied, giving her a peck. They did not break eye contact until the door was shut. Discord leapt into the air. “Yes!” “Well if it isn’t the lovesick monkey,” Violet chuckled as she came out of her room wearing in a purple dressing gown. “How does it feel to finally be with the pony you love?” Weeping tears of joy, Discord picked her up and hugged her. “You really are a pal, aren’t you?” “Hey, it was no biggie.” “No biggie? I have the most beautiful pony in the world because of you! You know, now that that Fluttershy and I are together, the position for my best friend is open. You interested?” Violet pretended to think about it. “Sure, why not?” “Make that two best friends!” said a voice. Violet spun around and saw Comet. The pegasus stallion flew up and gave Discord a hoof bump. “Count me as your first guy friend.” Violet giggled. “We’re like the three Amigos.” They all said their goodnights and when to their separate rooms. As Violet drifted off to sleep she thought this was the best day of her life. But little did she know of what her future had for her.