Phoenix Bass
It was a bright sunny day in Canterlot. Phoenix was out for a walk with his big sister Octavia, visiting the concert hall that they would both be performing at later that day.
“Wow Tavi, I know you said it was big, but this big, actually feeling nervous now” said Phoenix.
“It’s ok Phoenix, once we’re up on that stage you won’t even notice the audience.” laughed Octavia
“I know, I know. Just it’s my first time performing, I don’t want to let you down sis”
“You won’t, you’ve got so good recently, and you’ll do a brilliant job. You wouldn’t be my guest of honour if I didn’t think you’d do it!”
They took their time walking back, popping into some shops, till they eventually they reached home. They decided to have a quick practice, and tune their instruments.
“Hey Phoenix, get down here” came a voice from downstairs.
Phoenix trotted downstairs as quickly as he could to see what his dad wanted. As he reached the bottom of the stairs, there was his mum and dad stood there with a small box in their hoofs. Phoenix slowed down as he approached them and his mum passed him the box. He opened it to reveal a black tie.
“It’s for tonight, to wear on stage with Octavia. We seen it, and we thought it would make you look even more handsome.” said his mum.
Phoenix took it out the box and tried it on. His mum let out a tear, and his dad stood there looking proud. He told them thank you, and then ran back upstairs to show Octavia.
“Who’s this smart looking pony, and what have you done with my scruffy brother” laughed Octavia.
Phoenix laughed and checked himself out in his mirror. Liking how he looked, he quickly grabbed his violin ready for one more practice.
After they finished practicing everything they had planned for the night, they got themselves ready and packed up their instruments and went downstairs to their parents to start walking over to the concert hall. As they started walking, their dad suddenly realised he had forgotten his wallet, so he said he’ll catch back up.
They reached the concert hall, and there was no sign of their dad, so Phoenix and Octavia decided to head backstage to set up, leaving their mum outside.
As they took on the stage, they couldn’t see their mum or dad in the front row, and Phoenix felt a little sad that they were going to miss it.
“Ladies and Gentlemen, may I present Octavia Melody and Phoenix Bass, performing on the Cello and Violin” announced the presenter.
They grabbed their bows, and started to play. Together, they released a beautiful sound, and just as their first song was coming to a close, they heard a loud scream from outside. Everyone in the audience looked around, trying to see where the scream was coming from, but Octavia and Phoenix knew. They both dropped their bows and instruments and ran off the stage and to the doors to get outside. As they ran outside, there was a crown forming, but they pushed their way thorugh it, and there was their mum with their dad. But something wasn't right..
“Octavia, get Phoenix inside now” screamed their mum as she noticed them stood there
“Come on Phoenix, let’s get inside” Octavia said quickly as she realised what was wrong, and went to grab him, but it was too late.
Phoenix slowly approached his parents, ignoring his mums and sisters shouting. Octavia grabbed him and pulled him away, but he slipped out her grasp, and ran over.
“Dad.. Dad, what’s wrong.” But there was no reply. He didn't seem to be moving, and his breathing seemed slow. Then he noticed the blood.
Coming from his side was a stream of blood and what seemed to be a knife.
“What happened? Who did this?” Stuttered Phoenix.
“Phoenix, come on, lets get you away from here” Octavia said, holding back her tears.
“NO! Just tell me..” Phoenix as tears streaming down his face.
"I don't know, I was stood outside waiting, and he just appeared with the knife in him and then he collapsed" cried him mum.
"Will he be okay?"
"The doctor is on his way, but I don't know"
"Phoenix, Octavia, come here" said their dad. "I love you both.. Don't you ever forget it.. and my love, the same goes to you. I'm so sorry"
"Dad... what do you mean.. You're going to be ok!"
And with that, their dad breathed his last breath.