//------------------------------// // Chapter 8 Equestria // Story: My little Twily // by Bronycommander //------------------------------// Chapter 8 Equestria I remained in a void of darkness but I heard voices. “Wake up, Soldier. That is an Order,” A male voice said with a commanding but friendly voice. “Yes buddy, wake up. I waited so long for this moment." Another male voice spoke to me. “Come on. Wake up, my favorite German,” A Children’s voice with a French accent was the third. All familiar. But I couldn’t remember why they were so familiar. I opened my eyes, only to be blended by a bright light. My body was also numb. After a few moments, I was able to move again. I was blended by the light again but it was less intense. My vision came back. I saw a man in an officer uniform, a soldier and a boy, but all blurred. The bright light began to disappear. I recognized the officer as Feld marshal Rommel. “Sir? This this really you?” “Yes. It’s me.” I was about to salute him, but he gave a sign that it was not necessary. “You don’t need to do that.” “I’m dead and in Heaven?” I was confused. “No James, you only passed out from the blood loss and shock. If you wondering why are you here: Someone wants to see you. Follow me.” He commanded. After a while, I saw someone I never thought I would see again. My wife! “James!” She hugged me. “It’s so nice to see you again! I missed you so much!” “Me too. But may I ask how I ended up here?” She looked away. “Well, whatever we are right now, we can communicate with the ones we loved in their dreams or when they are close to death as you were. But you survived.” She showed me that I was alive in a hospital bed but unconscious. Twily had a bandage around her chest and was asleep next to me. She was safe and sound. I smiled. “I’m very proud of you. You took care of her as she was your own daughter.” “Thanks, Lena. But where are the others?” “Come with me.” After a while, I saw Richtofen, Wolfgang, Hoffmann, Schulz and Müller playing cards. Hoffmann noticed me first. “Hey buddy!” He stood up and greeted me. “Long time not see.” “I know. Even I was not able to be at your weeding, you have my respect and my condolence for what happened to you.” “Thank you. But if you are able to talk to me, where’s my brother, Lucie and so?” "Our Son is about to get them, James. But the news about Lucie and Lucas were wrong. She feared that she or her son would be viewed as collaborator and her son as a war child. Because of this, she faked her death and of her son. Your Nephew helped them to get a new identity. But he was never allowed to tell anyone.” “I understand.” “Yeah, I wish, I was able to tell you that. But because of Japan, postwar Germany and Korea, I was never able to do it.” My brother and my nephew came in leaded by my son. “Daddy! I missed you so much!” I hugged him. “Me too my Son.” “It seems your brother and I had almost the same fade. Out of the troop transport, boom headshot. Your brother was hit by an artillery strike as he left the troop transport,” John explained. “But yet, we all are proud of you. But I think you should wake up now to make Twilight feel better.” “I know but what about you?” “Don’t worry; we will always be in your heart and your dreams.” “It was so nice to see you again.” “Until next time, Daddy.” My Son said before I regained my consciousness. I opened my eyes to inspect the room. It was not a normal hospital room. It looked more like a room for royalty. I didn’t want to wake Twily so I remained still. The Door opened quietly and Celestia walked in. She smiled. “Ah, you are awake and well.” "May I ask where I am?” “You are in Canterlot the capital of Equestria.” “I can’t believe it.” “See for yourself.” She pointed to the window, but I shook my head and pointed to the sleeping filly next to me. Celestia just smiled and took Twily gently of the bed so I could get up. “She really cares about you. She was most affected when you were close to death. When she refused to leave you behind, I could feel how she deployed a father/daughter relationship to you. Her lungs were injured pretty badly, so we had to do an emergency surgery. But she survived it without problems. The best doctors of Equestria overseen by myself fixed you up after you risked your life to safe hers.” Walking was difficult, as I was still feeling pain in my chest. As I looked out of the window, I saw the most beautiful view I had ever seen in my entire life. Even Paris was nothing compared to Canterlot and the rest of Equestria. “How long I was passed out?” “Only a few weeks. Twilight ate and slept but never leaved this room until you would wake up.” “It’s a very beautiful view from here. But what happens now? There will be investigations after I took out the Russians. And what about my friends and the boy?” “Don’t worry. Your friends are also in Equestria. It was a little complicated; but I managed to prevent a third world war. And the boy got his punishment for attempted murder and kidnapping. He will be in Jail for a very long Time. I would love it if you and your friends would stay in Equestria, but the citizens of Equestria aren’t ready yet to meet a human. So, I have no other chose then to send you back. But before I do that, we should celebrate.” She turned to a guard. “Please inform our guests.” “As you wish, you’re Highness.” At the guard left, Celestia gently waked Twily up. “It’s time to wake up, my little pony.” Twilight let out a yawn and blinked. As she saw me, she smiled and hugged me. “James, you’re awake!” She was crying. “The doctor said you would probably never wake up. I’m so glad that you survived!” I patted her back. “I’m also glad that you are all right.” “I hate it to brake this moment but I think we have something to celebrate.” Velvet followed by her husband walked in. “We are so grateful for saving our daughter. The celebration is the ball room. Should I give you a piggy back ride, sweetie?” Twilight climbed on her mother with a wide smile, before Velvet and Nightlight trotted ahead out of hearing range. As I followed Twilights parents to the ball room; I was concerned about the time that passed and Twilight. But Celestia putted a wing over me. “Don’t worry. It was traumatic for Twilight but she came over it.” I let out a sigh of relief. “I am relieved. I had never forgiven myself if she was traumatized by her kidnapping. And if two weeks on earth were just a couple of days in your World, how many months or years is that on Earth? And why did you save me? You could just leave me here.” “It was not your fault. And don’t worry about the Time. When you will get back to your home, the time will be the same as when you left. And I saved you, because you wished that you could spend more time with her. And she wished that you deserve a second chance. So I granted both your wishes. Besides, after I saw how she closed you in her heart, and how much you were depressed after your family’s death, I could feel if we left you behind, that she would be as much depressed as you were. And depression at such a young age is not good for your life and health. I learned that after I lost my sister,” Celestia explained. As we reached the ball room, I could see that Shining Armor and Cadence gave Paul and Lucas a piggy back ride. They all had fun. Jonas, Hans, Sarah and Julia were chatting to each other and smiled at their kids. “Ah, you’re awake.” Shining Armor smiled at me. “And don’t worry; I gave this leader a good buck for kidnapping and hurting my sister. Nobody or pony hurts my sister and gets away with it!” He smiled at his sister. He took her safety very serious. He will become a good guard, I can tell. “Did Princess Celestia inform you of what will happen now?” I asked my friends. They all nodded. “I have also some presents for all of you. But I will give it to you tomorrow after the party before you leave. But for now, let’s Party!” Celestia was very happy. I never expected such a party animal in a royalty like her. “If you don’t mind, I choose a song I heard while we saw your memory in France.” She showed me the name. Koop – Koop Island Blues. “Not at all. I love this song, your Highness.” “Please, you don’t need to be so formal to me and my niece. Celestia and Cadence is ok. May I have this dance?” Celestia asked me as the music started. I was a little nervous to dance with a Princess but agreed. As I took her Hooves and begun to dance, I saw how everyone danced with their partners while Twily danced alternately with Paul and Lucas. Even the Guards were allowed to dance by Celestia. It was a nice evening. As it was going late, Celestia showed us our rooms. The guest rooms were beautiful. The bed was very comfortably. But I couldn’t find sleep. I went on the balcony. The moon and the stars in Equestria were more beautiful as they were on Earth. It was one of the most beautiful things I had ever seen in my entire life. I heard hoof steps. Cadence walked to me. “I’m sorry if I disturb you Mr. James, but can I ask you something?” She asked politely. “Not at all. And James is just fine. No need to be formal to me.” “I don’t want to make you upset, but why didn’t you marry again or adopt a child after your loss? I mean, you had other way’s to be happy again.” She looked a little bit ashamed from this question. “Well, I still love my Family with all my Heart. The Reason why I never married again or adopted a child is simple: I can’t think that a woman would want to marry an ‘old man’, or a man who cannot age anymore. I just accepted my fate and lived my life.” As I finished my answer, Celestia joined us. “And still, you helped people in need. You should know that Humans also lived in Equestria long ago. But for some reason, the balance of our world was broken because of this. The humans had to go. It was a difficult step for them and us. But I will never forget how friendly they were to us.” I couldn’t believe what I just heard. “There were humans in Equestria?” I asked. “Yes. They lived in peace and harmony with us. Most of the technology we have is recycled from them. But you should try to sleep. Tomorrow will be a great Day.” Celestia said to me with a smile. As I walked in and lied down in the bed, I began to think about my life. I need to change it. And I think I know how I will do this. As I slept, I dreamed about my time I had with my comrades and my Family when I was not on Duty. Lena didn’t lie. Even as angel, she tried to make me happy. I awoke early in the morning. Thanks to being a Soldier and a former Farmer, I was used to get up early. But I always slept longer when I had the chance. I stretched my arms as I heard a knock on the door. “Yes?” A Guard opened the Door. “Sir, Breakfast is ready. I am here to escort you to the dining room.” I nodded. “Lead the way. What’s your name?” “Private Blizzard Storm. Actually, I am a recruit.” He blushed. “Why did you join?” “Similar to your friend, to impress my marefriend. She has a orange mane and tail and a torquiest coat, light blue eyes and as Cutie Mark a heart with a blue ribbon tied around it. Her name is Misty Breeze. My father was a guard too and he told me that it is a great honor to serve in the royal guard, and that every mare loves a stallion in uniform or golden armor.” “That’s true.” We shared a laugh. “Good luck to you, Storm.” “Thank you.” The Guard led me to the dining room. It was impressive. A long table occupied much of the center of the room. The walls were painted with various scenes, illuminated by candles. Celestia and the others were already seated on the table. “Jessie, please join us.” She gestured to a seat next to her with a wing. I nodded before I took a seat. It was rare that someone was calling me with my real name. On the table were buns for the adults, Juice and oatmeal for the Children. Celestia enjoyed a cup of tea. After we finished breakfast, Celestia showed us our gifts. None of us could believe it. The gifts were a plushie of Twilight. “Don’t worry about breaking it; I put a spell on them so they unbreakable, no matter what happens.” Twilight cried her heart out. “I’m going to miss you so much!” “We will too Twily, but remember, we will be always in your heart.” I spoke to her as her mother looked at me. “Thank you for taking care of my daughter. She had never made it without you. And if you like it we would like to make you part of or family. Do you accept?” “But of course.” Even my friends accepted. Being an uncle was a nice Idea from Velvet even if it was unofficial. “So be it. And I need to thank you for taking care of one of my little ponies. I and her Family will always be grateful for that.” We did one last hug with Twilight. Paul and Lucas were sad to leave their new friend, but they knew it was right what would happen now. We covered our eyes, as Celestia’s horn glowed white. As we opened them, we found ourselves in my living room again. I looked for the Date. It was the same Day as Celestia arrived. The plushie collection was on the table. But it vanished in a white light. Probably Celestia forgot to take them with her for Twilight. I could remember everything. “What happens now?” “Now Hans, we should go on with our lives. But we will never forget Twilight.” Lucas cried. “It’s so sad. But at least she is finally at home. But what will you do now? You were affected the most.” A small Tear escaped my eye. “I know I’m alone again. But it had changed my life. It maybe sounds stupid but I think I will look if that warehouse is real.” “Well, good luck, buddy,” Jonas said before his and Hans Family left with the plush fillies. I sat down on the couch to remember the good time I had with her. Time went fast. It was night. I went to sleep with the Twilight plushie in my arms. I know it sounds silly, but I dreamed from the time I had with Twilight, every time I slept with the plushie in my arms. It remembered me also of my childhood. I was wondering what her future would be.