//------------------------------// // Chapter 3 // Story: Fluttershy Plays Tetris // by FluttershyAllTheWay //------------------------------// I'm back everypony! I hope you all have had or are having a lovely Christmas at the present moment. I, myself have had a nice Christmas: family visited and it was enjoyable overall. Either way, less delaying: on with my unfinished stories! ********************* "Fluttershy? Answer the door!" Twilight shouted in pure rage. She had more than enough of Fluttershy's evasive behaviour over the last week and the argument that had taken place last week hadn't exactly eased Twilight into restful sleep for the nights that had followed after the incident. Twilight's fury was multiplying at an alarming rate. Although the initial incentive of her visit was simply to rebuild broken bridges, the lack of respect Fluttershy was displaying by not answering her door had escalated Twilight's anger tenfold and evolved her reasoning to something out of pure chagrin. Twilight proceeded to hammer Fluttershy's cottage door with all of her might and strength. In a slight change of events, Fluttershy's cottage door decided against resisting the extreme duress it was being put under and instead chose to collapse and cave inwards, much to Twilight's disdain. The unexpected occurance of Fluttershy's door fracturing had affected Twilight in many ways but the two primary ones were a sharp feeling of guilt for damaging somepony else's property haphazardly and a significant feeling of joy from being able to enter Fluttershy's province: something she was being denied previously. Just one thing remained absent on Twilight's checklist that Spike had prepared for her earlier for this expedition: she must find out all the details about Fluttershy and her "Gameboy Colour". The findings from this trip had to be evaluated immediately: furthermore, extensive researching had to commence about pony psychology and its relation to the Gameboy Colour. "Let's find Fluttershy." Twilight boldly proclaimed with great determination as she began her search of Fluttershy's cottage. ************************** It wasn't exactly a long search that Twilight had to endeavour. Simply put, the search required only a light trot to Fluttershy's bedroom and the opening of her door. (The one that wasn't broken.) Either way, that is irrelevant. *Ahem* Moving on... ************************** The sight Twilight experienced when she opened Fluttershy's door was one that couldn't be described simply. The most basic way it could be phrased was to say that on any other (less abnormal) occasion, the sight would have been a significant shock to Twilight. However, under the current circumstances, this view was something Twilight had come to expect from the Fluttershy she was currently experiencing. This aforementioned Fluttershy was not actually visible to the average pony's eye. Instead, what the eye would receive was a tremendously messy room with a bed central of it. The bed contained a mysterious lump that sat in an upright but arched position. This "lump" clearly hadn't repositioned itself in a while: cobwebs were laden across the sheet neatly, stringing up to the walls. It really was an odd sight to see Fluttershy's cottage not spotless; she had always prided herself a little inside on her cleaning abilities. Twilight, on the other hand, was aware of this foreign bump's identity. With no caution but a stealthy style, Twilight crept over to Fluttershy's bedside and begun performing a delicate and silent arc over Fluttershy's head to grasp onto the covers firmly. With utmost haste and without a care for potential consequences, Twilight yanked Fluttershy's sheet off of her spindly and underfed Pegasus body, over her head and onto the floor. The reaction she gained was far from positive... *************************** "Aaaah!" Fluttershy shrieked faintly (a combination of her being extremely timid and her lack of enthusiasm over the past week caused this juxtaposition.). With a deep gasp, Fluttershy collapsed backwards and tipped off her bed, landing daintily on her head. The hard and unforgiving wooden floor didn't make for much of a soft landing, but Fluttershy didn't complain. Having her eyes away from the dastardly box of evil for the first time in a week had caused Fluttershy instant sleep. She had been deprived of it over the last week consistently and this had led to dire consequences. Despite Twilight's previously enraged mood, even she had to admit that a sleeping Fluttershy, upside-down and standing on its head was definitely a very cute picture indeed. This point was further nailed home by Fluttershy's adorably soft snoring. It was so delicate, like the intricate designs you might find on an especially fancy wedding cake. It truly was sight that made Twilight's heart melt. But that's a story for another time. Back to the story! *************************** Suddenly, a sly grin crawled its way over Twilight's face: there were many things she could do if Fluttershy was unconscious... (Nothing dirty! Jeez, guys!) With pure and intense concentration shimmering over Twilight's face, she deftly resurrected Fluttershy from her sleepy but obscure position and placed Fluttershy comfortably down on her bed. With a quick and simple spell, Twilight fluffed up Fluttershy's quilt and gently positioned it over Fluttershy to ensure she was receiving maximum comfort. The warm fuzzy glow Fluttershy was emanating as she lay pleasantly in her bed and her long and cheerful smile she wore guaranteed to Twilight that Fluttershy was cosy. Now, Twilight thought, for the sly part. Using her magic, Twilight gently and silently levitated the Gameboy Colour off of Fluttershy's bed and delicately tip-hoofed her way out of Fluttershy's bedroom, still carrying the Gameboy Colour. As soon as Twilight had exited Fluttershy's bedroom, she slowly and precisely shut the door so it would not alarm Fluttershy. Once the door was fully closed, Twilight dropped off the tips of her hooves and let out a relieved sigh. She had done it: mission complete. Now all she had to do was to investigate more about the mystique the Gameboy Colour held and what perplexing puzzles it offered to Twilight. It was time to commence researching! With that all said, Twilight began her steady but satisfied trot home to the library. Twilight beamed uncontrollably; she felt as if she had accomplished a significant amount today. It had been a step forward in her grand scheme... *************************** Well, that's all for now guys! It's still Christmas day and I have a lot things I'd love to be doing now such as spending time with family. I just wanted to a bit of writing first to blow off excess staem and built up "lactic acid" from not exercising the 'Writing Muscles', you know? Additionally, I just fancied some creative writing. I will write the first proper chapter to Resurrection as soon as humanly possible, believe me. I'm busy over Boxing Day though, so don't expect it then. Either way, bye for now and Merry Christmas! -FluttershyAllTheWay