The following morning was anything but peaceful.
Madeline woke up slowly, feeling her joints popping and muscles slowly coming to life as she began to move. She sat up in bed, her vision blurry. She looked around a bit, searching for her glasses. She put them on, and immediately her vision was clear. She brought a hoof to her face, and could still feel the moisture from her tears. She looked at her pillow to find a dark spot where she laid her head.
Did I really cry that much? Thanks to Kester, I slept very soundly...I should do something nice for him. Breakfast, maybe? She got out of bed and opened her bedroom door to the sound of snoring. She trotted over to where Kester was sleeping, his snoring sounding like a saw going through wood. He was asleep on his back, his legs splayed out in every which direction, his mouth hanging open.
My goodness, Kester...sleep with your mouth open like that and- Madeline's thoughts ground to a deafening halt as her eyes traveled south. His waist had a blanket over it, but not by much. To put it simply, he was flying his flag at full mast.
Madeline turned such a deep shade of red a tomato would have looked pale. If there was ever a single shred of doubt in her mind about Kester's masculinity, the sight before her completely erased it from existence. Suddenly, the snoring stopped and soft mumbling took its place.
"...Ooh yes, tha's the stuff...yer pretty good a' this, Maddy..." he guffawed, a stupid grin spreading over his face as he began to snore again. Whatever he was dreaming, was immediately cut short as it suddenly began to rain hooves.
"YOU PERVERT! I CAN NOT BELIEVE YOU ARE DREAMING OF ME DOING SOMETHING SO- SO INDECENT!" Madeline shrieked, smacking him in the face to wake him up.
"Oi-OI-OI-OI!" He yelled, shielding his face. "Wha's this all about?! Wha'd I do!?" He protested.
"PUT THAT AWAY!" She yelled, pointing at his waist while blushing intensely. Kester looked down, and understood.
"A' am SO sorry ye had ta' see tha'! It's one o' the downsides ta' bein' male- ye don't decide when ye've got four legs or five." He chuckled sheepishly, rolling over onto his front.
~FLASHFORWARD~
"Woah, woah, woah! So your mom didn't do anything?" Vinyl interrupted.
"V-Vinyl! Why in Equestria do you think my mother would do something like that!?" Octavia protested.
"Well think about it. She's single, she's young, and apparently she's got this studly gentle-colt stallion that's ready and rarin' to go. I'm just surprised nothing happened."
"Vinyl, even if something DID happen, I would not tell you." Octavia sighed.
"Why not?" Vinyl asked.
"Because no." Octavia huffed.
"You're no fun."
"Your idea of fun is my idea of brain damage."
"Hey, that's not true! I just know how to have a good time." Vinyl said, puffing her chest out.
"You also don't know the meaning of public decency." Octavia said, raising an eyebrow.
"You're just mad that I tried to make this trip more interesting than story-time." Vinyl smirked.
"Interesting?! Doing the deed in a carriage being pulled by stallions IN PUBLIC is not what I call INTERESTING!" Octavia yelled. "Think of it like this, Vinyl: How would you have felt if I would have asked about YOUR parent's sex life?"
Vinyl pondered this for a second, remaining silent. "...I think a part of me just died..." she muttered, turning a sickly shade of green.
"...And so the apple fell from the tree." Octavia said.
"Yeah, I get ya...no more questions on that topic." Vinyl mumbled, feeling sick to her stomach.
"Well, to wrap things up, he apologized for that, and their day went on like normal." Octavia said.
"I can already tell I'm gonna like your dad. He thinks like I do." Vinyl grinned, giving the same stupid grin that Octavia's father was famous for.
"Well, about that- Papa has always been very protective me. I was born premature, you see-" Octavia stopped when she heard Vinyl snickering. "What is so funny?"
"Y-You still call him "PAPA!?" Vinyl nearly fell over from the laughing fit, clutching her gut.
"That is not funny, Vinyl! I can call my father by any name I choose!" Octavia blushed, embarrassed to no end. "Ugh, this is what I get for telling you anything." Vinyl stopped laughing, and sat next to Octavia.
"Hey, hey, no need to get like that. I just thought it was funny is all. I'm sowwy~" Vinyl said, her lower lip quivering as she gave Octavia the cutest expression she could muster. It worked in reverse- Octavia's face scrunched up slightly as she began to laugh uncontrollably.
"Oh-Oh that is simply HYSTERICAL!" she yelled, tears streaming out of her eyes as she laughed.
"I was trying to be cute." Vinyl said flatly.
"I KNOW!" Octavia howled, laughing uncontrollably. A few minutes later, the carriage came to a stop.
"We have arrived in Hoofington." One of the stallions announced. Octavia immediately returned to her seat, looking out the window. Waves of nostalgia washed over her as she looked upon her hometown, a smile playing across her face.
"Welcome home, Octy." Vinyl said, patting her on the back.
The two exited the carriage, and took in the sights. The town was small, but not quite as small as Ponyville. Old-fashioned buildings lined the cobblestone streets, lamps lining the walkways. Ponies milled about the town, conversing with one another like it was something one simply did- very different from the uptight and high-class area of Echelon Gardens.
"Huh, I kinda like this place. Very homey." Vinyl said as they walked. "So you gonna lead us to your house?"
"Yes, but there is somewhere I would like to stop by first- my old music teacher. It has been years since I last saw her, and I would like to share the news with her." Octavia said.
"Whatever helps you sleep at night...aside from me, of course." Vinyl said suggestively, to which Octavia sighed. As they walked, Octavia could not stop smiling- this was where she grew up. This was where she lived as a foal. This was her home. They came up on a small home on the corner of the block they were on, trotting up to the front door. Octavia knocked, and the sound of shuffling approached, the door opening. In the doorway stood an elderly mare with a parchment yellow coat, a long silver mane and bright blue eyes.
"May I help you?" she asked softly.
"Miss Baton, it is so good to see you again!" Octavia smiled. The elderly mare stared at Octavia for a brief moment, and smiled.
"Octavia? Is that really you? Oh, look at you! You've grown to be so beautiful in the years you've been gone." she complimented. "Please, call me Twirl. I'm not your teacher anymore, you know," she laughed.
"Thank you, Miss Bato- er, Twirl. It is so good to see you are doing well. I am in town to visit my parents, so I decided I would stop by and say hello." Octavia said cheerily. Vinyl nudged Octavia slightly, clearing her throat.
"Ah, yes. Twirl, I would like to introduce you to my marefriend, Vinyl." Octavia said, stepping aside.
"Nice to meet you, Vinyl. Come in, come in!" The mare said, moving aside so the two could enter her home. The home was small, but very cozy. Vinyl and Octavia sat on the sofa across from the teacher, who sat in her rocking chair. "So tell me Octavia. What brings you to town?"
Octavia blushed. "Well...I am here to visit my parents and deliver them some news...I am having a baby," she smiled.
"Oh my goodness! Congratulations, Octavia. Oh it's been so long since I've had something to celebrate about. When are you due?" she asked.
"Next September." Octavia beamed.
"Oh, I am so excited! I'm sure your mother will be absolutely delighted with the news." Twirl said, smiling in return.
"Wait, you're not gonna question how? I mean, it's not like I'm a colt, so-" Vinyl stopped when Twirl raised a hoof.
"Where there's love, there's a way," the elder mare winked.
"Good enough for me." Vinyl smiled, wrapping a foreleg around Octavia's, to which Octavia blushed.
"Well isn't that just precious...Octavia, you have no idea how much this means to me. It has been quite some time since I've had anything to be happy about."
"That reminds me, is your husband around? I would like to tell him the news as well," she smiled.
Twirl sighed heavily. She reached over and grabbed a picture of herself with her husband, her heart aching. "Sway passed away about a year ago, dear."
Octavia's heart sank. "Oh no...I am so sorry, Twirl...I had no idea..."
"It is quite alright, dear. He was very ill, so it was his time to go." She wiped a tear from her eye. "He is at peace though, and through that I am able to carry on," she smiled. "That's why I was so excited to hear you were having a baby. It gives me something hopeful and beautiful to turn my focus to."
Octavia felt her heart seize up. Here she was, sitting in her teacher's living room, giving the old mare a reason to be happy. More and more Octavia began to see what a blessing it was to be the one nurturing the little life within her.
"I am so glad, Twirl. I am very much pleased that the news has helped you." Octavia said, smiling through happy tears. Vinyl leaned against her, offering support.
"You will never really know, Octavia," the mare smiled. "Well, I must be going. I have some groceries to do before it gets dark. It was wonderful seeing you again, Octavia. Be sure to stop by before you leave."
"Of course, Twirl." Octavia got up, and hugged her old teacher, who returned the embrace.
Octavia and Vinyl left Twirl in her home, walking down the streets in the direction of Octavia's home. Vinyl looked over when she heard Octavia sniffling, seeing her shedding tears.
"Hey, hey, what's the matter, Octy? He was sick. It's not like you could have done anything." Vinyl said comfortingly.
"No, no...that is not it...it made me so happy that our baby is able to bring others so much joy." Octavia turned to face Vinyl, and gave her a soft kiss. "Thank you..."
Vinyl blushed, and simply smiled. "...You're welcome."
The two continued to walk towards Octavia's home closer than ever, their tails intertwined with one another.
And that is how a nice story is made
First, brilliant chapter
d'aw happy tavi~
seems ive laughed or daaawed at every chapter so far.
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Nope.avi
ALL. THIS. D'AAAAAAWWWWWWWW
That part with Octy's dad pitching a tent though was funny as hay though.You'd think the lass was impressed.
Aww, so sad but happy as well. :D :( *Hugs Miss Baton* t the story about her dad made me crack up something fierce.
DAYYYYYYYUUUMMM you really update this fast
when will we know if its a boy or a girl! its driving me nuts! LOL
38086 I agree 120% LOL
It's one o' the downsides ta' bein' male- ye don't decide when ye've got four legs or five." really funny
This was simply incredible.
You somehow always manage to hit that sweet spot between funny and cute where I can not help but smile like an idiot. I love it! I am really glad I found this fic, it is among the best I have ever read, and I HAVE read a lot of them since I stumbled over MlP.
Really, you have some serious talent here, posting such awesome chapters so often.
i couldnt comment on this when i read it (i read it at school when i discovered this site works on an ipod)
but i love your story and i really want you to never stop
Dammit, that cliffhanger with Octavia's parents is NOT gonna sit right with me. I mean, I know they got over that in the end, but I want to read HOW.
38125 haha all i do is fimfiction at school. And you can comment with ipod/iphone, I am right now.
You know i go to bed every night crying after reading the latest chapter
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Great chapter! The story about octavia's parents felt as if it came to an abrupt end but it was funny nonetheless!
^^; XD That first part... OH WOW! XD Such awkwardness reading it...
While one recovers, Trevor will wait patiently for the next chapter, though you're SO amazing at steady updates! Wow! Trevor is jelly!
~ Magical Trevor, Minstrel of Equestria
Tavi's father is awesome.
Lol... That's why I don't sleep where anyone can see my crotch before I wake up. It's also probably lucky that I don't sleep talk.
Your update speeds are the bomb.
And the story's a personal favorite (if not THE favorite)
Keep it up..
My mind exploded from to much dw'aaaaa. Well done sir.
Whoooaahhh this has so many followers now haha. I'm sooo glad this story is getting recognition because it is reallly goooood
38148 I think the reason he left that part out was so that way he would still have a story to tell when they head back towards ponyville. A little lazy perhaps but also a smart move haha
Dawwwww, good for Twirl.
God,this...this is purely the wrok of angels!
Hilarious angels,who make the best jokes ever!
I WANT MOAR!!!
38122
As sad is it is, he's right.
Didn't get emails telling me about updates so 3 chapters in a row :D
Also this "It's one o' the downsides ta' bein' male- ye don't decide when ye've got four legs or five." is the best line ever :P
more dammit MOAR!!!!!!!!!
ok first :His waist had a blanket over it, but not by much. To put it simply, he was flying his flag at full mast.
second ms. Twirl Baton I got that in a instant
Third great job if there was a medal of honor for writing stories you will get it
ok first :His waist had a blanket over it, but not by much. To put it simply, he was flying his flag at full mast. HILARIOUS
second ms. Twirl Baton I got that in a instant
Third great job if there was a medal of honor for writing stories you will get it
>Two's Company at the top of the reader chart
>"Oh hey, must've updated"
>It didn't
You know you are reading a story that makes you shed tears every new chapter. This is one of those stories. :')
You know you are reading a good story when it
makes you shed tears every new chapter. This is one of those stories. :')
>Two's Company at the top of the reader chart
>"Oh hey, must've updated"
>It didn't
Kester Malt is Best Pony!
Spectacular!
'Nuff said.
This is the first chapter to make me cry though.
The loss of a loved one always seems to get to me..
But good none the less. I'd say keep up the good work, but you can take a brake, I need some time to catch up
Don't you think the whole "dreaming about somepony, then that somepony hears your dream" act is kind of cliche?
However, fabulous chapter darling
Ahaa.. this story is gorgeous. Fav'd and watched.
Again marvelous some nice storytelling skills you have here very fabulous skills indeed
IT IS THREE IN THE BUCKING MORNING WHY CAN'T I STOP READING!?!?!!?!
Each chapter keeps getting better and better, with no signs of decay in any area of story writing.
I must say I had a severe tear jerk moment when it came to the passing of Twirls husband. (images of my grandmothers passing came back with so many mixed emotions) Thus I rather enjoyed a good cry that honestly hasn't happened in quite some time.
To the author,
I can only say; The imagery, plot, scenes, emotions, and realism are everything I could ever hope to read in a beautiful story such as this. Support 120%
3059549 A week reading fictions, with 12 2-liter bottles of MTNDW. Beat THAT.
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'Scuse me, but have you seen my coffee powder? I need to put it in my red bull. I lost it halfway after my spasms, from the 9th can, that lasted for a few days.
4205422 Hm... I wish I was you...
Maaaaaan, this story is just full of adorableness!
I love it so much! hahaha... flying full mast, HAHAHAHAH! XD
Best. best.
The cuteness is reaching genocidal levels... Genocide by d'awwww may be imminent.
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