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// (DA1:X) - Day 5 - Freedom and More 
// Story: (DA) David's Journal 
// by Davids Archivist 
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Journal of David Marshall
Thursday, Day 5 in Equestria, Afternoon
Current mood: Relieved

Wow. A lot of stuff has happened since yesterday.

First, an update from the princesses.

Yesterday, late in the afternoon, I received some more-than-welcome visitors: Princess Celestia and Princess Luna. 

They came to deliver the news from the “Princess Council,” as I’ve started calling it, and just Princess Celestia and Princess Luna predicted, the council agreed to set me free and absolved me from any wrongdoing on the part of stealing Luna’s magic. 

And, let me tell you, freedom has never felt so good. 

But the news wasn’t what really got me going, it was finally seeing the face of one of my visitors again. 

And that brings me to another major change in my life… Luna. That’s right, we’re on a first-name basis!

Now, not only was I internally jumping for joy for being finally released, but when I saw Luna walking through my door again my heart almost exploded. I feel like a teenager again— it’s so weird.

I think Luna felt the same. After giving me the good news, Princess Celestia left us alone and like the awkward pair that we were, we stumbled to find our pace. However, after we talked a bit and finally confirmed our feelings for each other, there was no holding back. And with the formality put aside, I finally kissed my new girlfriend for the first time. It was glorious. 

Again, I’m quite surprised at how little form matters in all things. Sure, Luna almost knocked me over when she reared back and tackled me for that kiss, and we don’t exactly fit in all places, but somehow, love finds a way.

We spent a few glorious minutes kissing and exploring our feelings, but since we still had a dinner to attend, I broke it off for the time being. That I was acting so responsible surprised me; I somehow thought Luna would’ve stopped first. Anyway, after breaking apart, she left me there with a mutual promise to see each other at dinner, then ran off out of my room. 


***


Next, I had to handle dinner.

Even though I was still a bit giddy, I think I managed okay. The dinner itself was a bit formal, but in all, I had fun. A bit of fanfare, a great hall, wonderful food, and not two, but three princesses. That’s right, three. Princess Celestia, Luna and I were having a good time—Luna maybe a bit more than the rest—but when Luna professed that we were dating, Princess Cadance popped up from a corner, cheering. It took a while, but things did settle down after that. We all talked about magic, had an incredible dinner and a huge slice of carrot cake for dessert. Apparently, it’s Princess Celestia’s favorite.


***


After dinner, though, that’s when life threw me a curveball. 

Princess Cadance retired, Luna left for court, but Princess Celestia didn’t leave at all. Instead, she took me aside in my room and interviewed me like a protective parent dating her daughter. She made sure to put the fear of a pony goddess into me but somehow was still gracious and kind after I passed her challenge. Again, Princess Celestia knows exactly how to scare the pants off of me.

After having been brought low by her speech, I started thinking more about home and couldn’t help but be a bit depressed. Surprisingly, Princess Celestia agreed to talk with me for a while until I felt better. That alone did wonders for me.

However, as choices go, I should’ve retired. Another mistake. Instead, Princess Celestia teleported me to her chambers. There, we spent quite a long time talking. She was very curious about everything I had to say: the show, my home, technology, history, you name it. It continued far later than it should’ve. You’d think I’d have learned this lesson already, but I hadn’t.

Eventually, Princess Celestia fell asleep. Thankfully, she was in her bed, and a was on a couch. That didn’t save me, though; I was still in the bedroom of the Princess Celestia and had no way out. After a few pitiful attempts at waking her, I decided my best course of action was sleep. I was wrong.


***


My morning came abruptly with the shouts of my new girlfriend yelling at her sister.

Sometime during the night after court, Luna came looking for me. After a panicked run around the castle, she found me in one of the places she didn’t want, her sister’s bedroom. Now, nothing went on, but Luna was still steamed—and rightfully so, I think. 

Princess Celestia did her best to explain, but Luna didn’t have an ounce of patience for either of us. I suppose I can understand; the last few days have been pretty stressful. 

After Luna had left, Princess Celestia suggested wisely to give her some time, then took me to my new bedroom which Luna had prepared as a cover for me going missing last night. She invited me to breakfast, then left me alone with my thoughts.


***


After a good shower, everything felt better. I actually felt pretty normal going into breakfast, and in all, it was calm and enjoyable for the most part.

Luna didn’t attend, as was expected, but I’m almost glad she didn’t. I don’t know what I would’ve said to her at that point. However, even though she didn’t show, that wasn’t the only awkwardness I would face.

Princess Celestia introduced me to the head chef, Cherry Topping. I had seen her before last night but hadn’t been introduced until now. Still a bit dazed from my wake-up call, I made a bit of a mistake. Apparently, kissing a hoof is not quite the same as kissing the handle of a noble lady back home. Sure, it’s outdated, but I thought it might be appropriate, considering the castle and all. Anyway, that act is a bit more private here; something Princess Celestia was kind enough to point out after Cherry went dashing back into the kitchen. Luckily, I was able to make up for that later.

After my slip up, breakfast itself went fine. We talked quite a bit more about my home and humans in general, and I learned a lot about Equestria as well. But time passed and soon Princess Celestia had to go to work. 

Before she left, though, she asked me to come over to her chair. I think she could sense my tension; mostly it was about the situation with Luna, though I played it off as homesickness. After I had approached, she wrapped me in her wing and pulled me close for one of the most comforting hugs I’ve ever received. I now see how Luna spoke of her sister-time so highly. She eventually let me go and had to leave, but her act of kindness pulled me out of the dumps; I really appreciated it.


***


More? Yes, there’s more.

Now alone in the dining room, I decided to put my new-found energy to use. Foolishly, I decided to go against Princess Celestia’s words and wanted to clean up after breakfast. Luckily, through a bit of cunning, I was able to get Ms. Cherry Topping to open the door, then forced my way into the kitchen.

Well, it wasn’t a kitchen, actually. The magical door that delivers treats leads to a fully-stocked prep room, and in there, I was granted permission to help Cherry clean up. Granted, I didn’t give her much of a choice. As I said: first I tricked her into opening the door, then I muscled my way in towards the sink. She didn’t stand a chance.

Cherry, though, is a super nice pony. She’s young, funny, sarcastic, and tough. I can match wits with that just fine, so I gave her a challenge. Apparently, that went over a bit too well, though, as she admitted that if I wasn’t dating Luna that she’d be interested in trying. Great. Somehow, we became friends instead, and I’m glad for it. I may not have gotten a peek at it yet, but there was another set of doors in that prep room; a set of double swinging doors that surely have a royalty-worthy kitchen behind them. Someday, thanks to my new friend Cherry, I’m going to get to cook in it too.


***


Now, for the most important part of my day so far. Luna.

After breakfast, I settled in to rest, and I needed it too. However, just a few short hours later I received a visitor; it was Luna.

Luna woke up feeling terrible about her actions this morning. She was sure she had ruined everything, yet still had the courage to come see me. Let me tell you now, I’m extremely lucky to have someone like her.

It took some coaxing to get her to come in, and even after that, she was so sure that I was angry with her that she wouldn’t even look up at me.

Now, I wasn’t angry; I was confused at best. I’ve had several people blow up at me in my life, and the thing I’ve learned from each situation is that those people are usually hurting so much that they can’t be rational. Taking that into consideration, I’ve decided that it’s best just not to be angry with them at all. It takes a lot of patience and practice, but if I see someone out of control, I try not to hold it against them.

That was where I was at with Luna. Confused, concerned, but caring. When I finally got her to raise her head to look at me, she knew in an instant that I forgave her. 

I’m so glad I was able to give her that peace. I think I’m really starting to fall for her.


***


After we had made up for our little incident, I have to say things got a little heated. Passionate. Sexy.

Makeup sex is fine, but that wasn’t the case here. Instead, Luna became interested in me. She explored my body, learning quite a bit about me, mainly that I’m definitely different than what she’s seen before. That didn’t bother her, though, she took her time and recorded every bit of me she could through sight, touch, and sometimes smell.

Things kept progressing from there, and I learned a lot more too. Luna’s actions taught me some about how pony customs, psychology, and biology work. I’ve found that horns and wings are especially sensitive if touched in the right way, and that the latter have a mind of their own. I also was proven correct that “love will find a way” where we were concerned. We don’t exactly fit together like two humans would, but we will make do. 

I won’t get into any details, but Luna and I were able to enjoy our time together. I have to say, though, that when magic is involved, magical protection is also important otherwise I think things could get dangerous. Now, I don’t know anything about magic, but luckily, my girlfriend seems to be an expert and seems to be on top of those kinds of things.

All spent and enjoying the afterglow, we snuggled tightly together and slept the afternoon away.


***


It’s now late in the afternoon.

I say this from previous experience, but it holds true here as well: the best part of any day is waking up next to someone you have feelings for.

Being with Luna was no different. She was huddled up tightly against my chest and woke me by licking my fingers. I’m not quite sure why she did it, but it looked really cute and sexy. It was a great feeling to have her there; I don’t think I would’ve handled it well if she had left.

The fun times were not to last, though, as though she had awoken more than my mind, she made it clear that I was to get ready for my afternoon appointment. Honestly, if she hadn’t I would’ve gladly skipped it, but she did, so here I am.

So, just a short while ago Luna and I were still cuddling in this bed, but now I’m alone, waiting to meet the fourth and final princess… Twilight Sparkle. I can’t help but wonder what she’s like, but at the same time, it feels like I know her already. Really, it probably doesn’t matter, all I can think about is when I get to see Luna again.


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