This story is a prequel to Injuring Eternity.
Life is like a train ride, don't you think, dearest? The tracks have been set, destination picked and the ticket is well in hoof. What a shame that so many, myself included, are so focused on the destination that they fail to realize a universal truth.
Destinations will change, trains will be caught and missed, but there will always be somepony willing to journey with you—so long as you let them.
Thanks to the amazing lilfunkman for the gorgeous cover art.