//------------------------------// // A Dream in Manehattan part 2 // Story: The Legend of Lightning Ace: Childhood // by LightningAce7 //------------------------------// It took awhile, but Derpy and Flash finally managed to get Lightning into a suitable outfit for the dinner party. Flash simply laughed as Lightning gave everypony in the room a death glare. His outfit was elegant yet simple, looking like a simple pegasus' tux, with embroidled holes for the wings. For a foal, it looked rather handsome. Thankfully it was easy to move in, and that he did like. Just as he was starting to collect himself the door to Applejack's room began to open. Applejack trotted out wearing a very nice looking outfit. At this point Lightning once again found his good wing completely outstretched, his face entirely blushed. Flash nudged Lightning toward Applejack. "Come on Lightning, tell her how she looks." Lightning stumbled from the nudge and fell in front of Aj. He got back up to find himself no more than a few inches from her face. He blushed more. "Ahhhh...ummm...I..." Lightning stuttered. Aj could tell he was nervous. She gave him a moment. Lightning Collected himself best he could and tried again. "Y...you l...look...beautiful." he finally managed. "Why thank ya Lightning!" Aj said as she hugged him, causing his wing to shoot out again. Aj blushed at this, after remembering pegasus body language. She blushed and let go. "Alright foals it's time to go...aaaawwwww... don't they just look adorable together? Quick honey, get a camera!" Mrs. Orange said. Before Lightning and Applejack could react, there was a bright flash. Once that was over with everypony went outside and got on a large carrage, that pulled them towards their destination. Lightning was speechless as they were pulled down mainstreet. He could just feel the energy as all the lights and sounds of the big city was all around them. Flash and Derpy were also just as speechless as Lightning. Applejack had already been living here for a month now so she was distracted more by Lightning than the city. Applejack couldn't explain why she couldn't stop looking at Lightning, his light blue coat was starting to lull her into a sense of calm like a clear sky on a spring's morning. She also couldn't help but love how soft his wing was...she then realized she was actually rubbing and stroking his wing, which had actually put him to sleep. He had then leaned into her, and was now peacefully snoozing on her side. Flame and Derpy couldn't help but d'aww at the scene quietly. They finally arrived at their destination, a posh restraunt in the really expensive part of town. Unfortunately this ment no more d'aww time, as Aj had to wake Lightning to tell him that they had arrived at their destination. Upon waking, all Lightning could see was orange fur. His eyes snapped open as he realized who he had fallen alseep up against, causing yet more blushing. They all got off the carrage and approached the door greeter. "Ahh yes, ze Oranges. And these are your guests I presume?" he said. "Yes, we have a reservation. And these foals are with us." Mrs. Orange said. "I see...yes, you are here for ze dinner party no? And what have we here?" The greeter said as he spotted Lightning and Applejack standing close to eachother. "Ahh...young love...perhaps I should have a small table for two set up?" He jokingly asked. Both Aj and Lightning blushed, causing Flash to break out laughing. Derpy simply sat looking around, still taking in the sights of the city around them. The oranges simply chuckled. "It would be a good idea to set up a table for the foals." Mr. Orange said. "Of course, now if you'll all follow me." The greeter said as he motioned them all inside. Flash had to drag Derpy in, who was still distracted by the city. "Look at all the lights and stuff!" Derpy exclaimed as Flash tried to push her inside. "Come on Derpy, we need to go inside now..." Flash said as he tried to push her along. "Come...on...waaaa..." He fell forward as Derpy got up. "OK Flash." Derpy said as she went inside, leaving Flash face down on the sidewalk. He got up and quickly trotted in before the door closed. The group was led through the common area of the restraunt. Most of the seats throughout the room were full of posh, uppercrust ponies. Many tables had expensive fine meals of rare delicacies and divine, over the top desserts. The room was abuzz with the chatter of multiple coversations of things like money and idle compliments on eachother's accomplishments and achievements. Eventually, after manuvering their way through the maze of tables and guests, they finally reached the stairs. They ascended multiple flights until they reached the floor that had their party on. He led them down a long corridor and stopped at their door. "And here we are. Please enjoy the party." He said, motioning for them to enter. All eyes were on the foals as the group entered the room. The room was long with a high ceiling. Hanging from the ceiling was a fancy chandolier. Two tables were set up in the room. The main table was long and ran the lenth of the room, under the chandolier. The second table was slightly lower and was round. It was set up next to a window to the side. Both tables had extravagant white table cloths draipped over them. set on the tables were candles and very fine silverware. The plates were just as fancy, as if they were on loan from Canterlot Castle itself. The carpet was a striking light purple with gold bordering. Soon the foals were escorted to their little table, and were seated on the fine, almost plush seats. They were then givin menues to look over. Lightning, Flash, and Derpy's eyes were blown by the expensive foods. to be continued...