//------------------------------// // Episode 8: A Hearth's Warming Tale // Story: My Little Pony Mystic Season 2 // by Shadow Master //------------------------------// 24 December 20XX, The land of Equestria is covered in snow once again as its crystallized snowflakes rained on it. Ponies chatted and cheered with each other happily and proudly. They even decorated their own homes, park, shopping lots and more with Christmas-Theme decoration. The Hearth's Warming Ever is here once again... Ponies: Ponies' voices fill the night Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Happy hearts so full and bright Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Hondo Flanks and Cookie Crumble were carrying the wagon consisted of Cutie Mark Crusaders as they headed straight to Castle of Friendship. Ponies also helped decorating the Castle with more of Christmas-theme decoration. Octavia Melody was training the ponies to sing proudly and harmonically for Hearth's Warming. Ponies: Oh, what a sight Look at the light All for tonight Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Fluttershy and Terrorcreep teamed up together in leading all of Pegasi, moving the clouds above the Castle of Friendship. Rainbow Dash, Blazefist and Aquastroke jumped and hopped on cloud one-by-one in pouring and raining the snow down. Fluttershy: Clouds arranged 'til they're just so Terrorcreep and Pegasi: Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Rainbow Dash: Gonna make some awesome snow Blazefist, Aquastroke and Pegasi: Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Five Main Pegasi sat on the cloud as they all watched and witnessed the snowing on Ponyville Town. They all smiled proudly and happily. Five Main Pegasi: The chill wind blows Making a show Snowflakes aglow Ponies: Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Inside the Castle of Friendship, lots of ponies were invited and decorating the castle with more of Christmas-theme decoration. And at the same time, they were chatting with each other. Pinkie Pie was helping dressing the ponies with Hearth's Warming clothes. Laxtinct led the ponies ringing the bells happily. Pinkie Pie: A day that's filled with songs to sing Laxtinct and Ponies: Ding-dong, ding-dong-ding Applejack, Saber Dragoon and the Cake Family set the cakes, pastries and sweeten foods up for ponies to eat and enjoy happily. Applejack and Saber Dragoon: Cakes and pastries we shall bring Ponies were enjoying their Hearth's Warming party. Some drank the apple ciders and eating their sweetened foods. Ponies: Ding-dong, ding-dong-ding We're so busy making merry Windigos should all be wary Stallions: As our mighty voices carry Ponies: Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Rarity was sewing some of clothes and props for Hearth's Warming. She then gave them to ponies in setting and decorating the props up on the living chamber and hall. Rarity: Decorations we shall make Ponies: Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Rarity: Perfection you just cannot fake Ponies: Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Shorty Thinking led the Metal Ponies in setting the props up on living room and hall. He's even led some ponies decorating the Hearth's Warming tree. He was annoyed by Derpy's clumsiness in letting the crystal ball broke into pieces... Shorty Thinking: Not one mistake Don't let that break Oh, goodness' sake! Hondo Flanks, Cookie Crumble and Cutie Mark Crusaders have arrived at the castle now. Big McIntosh charged into the castle with the wagon of presents. Granny Smith, Tailtech and Icy thrown the presents to all of ponies. Ponies: Hearth's Warming Eve is here once a— Happy, happy Hearth's Warming Eve Happy, happy Hearth's Warming Eve Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again! Twilight Sparkle, Shadow Dragon, Lance Justicestrike, Nyx and Spike climbed down the stairs as they smiled proudly and happily in watching their friends and ponies decorating and celebrating the Hearth's Warming Eve before main one on tomorrow. "Hearth's Warming Eve once again is here." Narrator narrated, "As most ponies enjoyed the celebration but one is not. Her name is Starlight Glimmer." From the second level, Starlight Glimmer watched the event. She sighed calmly as she wondered if she should spend her day with the ponies for celebration or not. She used to be celebrating Hearth's Warming alone with Amon. And now, she's unsure of what to do. "She's not interested in it because she wanted to be with her mentor and father-figure: Amon. And now she's alone. She's not celebrating it. But she isn't the only pony who doesn't enjoy celebration. There's another story. A story called 'A Hearth's Warming Tale'. And you're gonna love it. This is the story of a powerful unicorn named Snowfall Frost, who hated Hearth's Warming Eve." 200 years ago... "It all began many moons ago in Canterlot. Every home in Canterlot was filled with holiday spirit. Every home... except one." Ponies were chatting with each other while celebrating for Hearth's Warming across the Canterlot. All but one unicorn. "It was said of Snowfall that she was almost as studied as Star Swirl the Bearded. Snowfall was also a powerful unicorn. She wanted to be perfect. Anything that got in the way of that was a waste of time." At the rich dark gray mansion-like, Snowfall was a Starlight Glimmer's unicorn-based dressed in her purple suit and glasses. She was measuring the rocks via weighing scale. Finding the right rock, she took it and approached to her book stand. She read it carefully about stone turned into gold through chanting and magic. As she began chanting and using her magical spell, the rock slowly turned into gold. It's almost complete if not for... RING! Snowfall gasped in shock as she dropped the halfway golden paint on rocks to the ground. It shattered and broken into pieces. She groaned in anger as she turned to the window. She glared at some stallions ringing the hand bells happily. "Well, that batch is ruined." Snowfall exclaimed in anger, "Now it's wasted! Snowdash!" "Snowdash was Snowfall's loyal assistant. But a former friend and colleague to Snowfall came as well - Light Heart." The door was opened - Snowdash, Rainbow Dash's Pegasus-based worn the assistant well-dressed suit, and Light Heart - Twilight Sparkle's Unicorn-based worn navy dress with stars entered the room. "What do you need?" Snowdash asked happily. "Get this mess cleaned up." Snowfall exclaimed in anger, "Those foolish ponies were ringing those blasted bells outside the window and I lost my concentration!" Snowdash annoyingly whispered as she cleaned the rubble out, "Whoa, ponies actually enjoying Hearth's Warming Eve. Where did they get that crazy idea?" Snowfall groaned while glaring at Light Heart, "Light, what are you doing here? Aren't you suppose to work or something?" "Well, my work ended by 3 O'Clock. So, I get my early leave," Light Heart smiled, "And so, I'm here to wish you - Happy Hearth's Warming Eve!" "Humbug!" Snowfall exclaimed in annoyance, surprised both Light Heart and Snowdash. She glared at the sights of the ponies celebrating Christmas-theme celebration through the window. She groaned, "Today is nothing to celebrate. Hearth's Warming Eve is a menace. A dangerous day for all of Equestria." "Dangerous?! It's awesome!" Snowdash protested in concern, "It's the day we remember how unicorns, Pegasi, and Earth ponies came together in friendship to defeat the windigos!" Light Heart nodded in concern, "Snowdash is right, Shinny Light. This celebration symbolized the unity and harmony for all ponies to be together as one." Snowfall huffed, "That silly legend is the problem! Telling everypony that 'singing songs and being nice' will solve anything? I've spent years studying magic, and that's not how it works." "I think you might be missing the point." Snowdash said in concern. "Work hard, learn, and use your skills to better Equestria." Snowfall exclaimed proudly and firmly, "That's a worthy goal for any pony." "That maybe true, Snowfall." Light Heart said calmly, "But nothing is important than spending great time with family, friend and loved ones together to make the best and charitable moments for Hearth's Warming. It's very special to me and everypony else, Snowfall. And so, I say 'May Celestia bless us all'!" Snowdash squealed, "That's the spirit, Ms. Shinny Light!" Snowfall groaned, "You never change, Shinny Light. So naive. So childish. So foolish of you. You wasted your time and effort for this celebration..." "Maybe. Maybe not." Light Heart sighed, "At least, I know how to enjoy it and spend my time with my family, instead of being grumpy mare." Snowfall huffed in annoyance. Suddenly, the ponies heard some knocking from the entrance. Three ponies walked down the stairs to check on it. As Snowdash opened the door, Nyx's Unicorn-based with the bandage of her injured front left leg worn a white dress with purple scarf and a hat smiled and stood before them. Snowfall groaned as she armed with her cane, "Stupid Beggars! I told you before I'm not interested of giving up my bits for your pitifulness!" The black filly gasped and screamed in fear, making both Snowdash and Light Heart gasped in worry. "Snowfall, don't! That's my daughter!" Light Heart exclaimed as she came to black filly's aid by holding and hugging her passionately. Snowdash and Snowfall looked surprise and shock. She sighed as she turned to them, "Snowfall and Snowdash, meet my youngest daughter - Hope." "Oh my gosh! She's so cute! If my friend is here, she would be excited!" Snowdash squealed in amazement as she held Hope up. She stopped and noticed Hope scared and worried, "Oh... She seems scared and shy. Did I scare her a lot?" "Yeah. You did." "Hey, Hope. I'm sorry for scaring you a lot. I didn't mean it." Hope nodded before smiled a bit, "It's okay, Ms. Snowdash. I'm fine. And it's nice to meet you too." As Snowdash put Hope down, Light Heart approached as she gently and passionately hug Hope. Snowfall can't but smiled of how close these two are. She then noticed the little black's condition of both eyes and left hoof. "What happen to Hope? Her eyes and leg? Did something bad happen to her?" Snowfall asked. Light Heart sighed as she turned to Snowfall, "Yes. She was born with those kind of eyes. But she got injured her leg since summer." "And you didn't take her to see doctor?" "I didn't have time or enough bits too." "What?! What did you do with them? Please, don't tell me that you didn't waste those for charity again?!" "Yes, I did. And believe in me, I need some but Hope and I knew the risk. And we donate for charity, Snowfall." "You're a fool! Honestly, without me, you and your family wouldn't have survive much longer! You shouldn't have left me in the first place!" "Maybe. But it's no better of what you did for your employee - giving them no raise of salary, holiday or annual leave. You don't even help the poor either. You only care for yourself." "At least, I've got better things to do than wasted for this holiday!" "At least, I'm not alone." Light Heart said firmly and angrily while glaring at Snowfall. It shocked Snowfall a bit. Snowdash and Hope remained silent and awkward about the argument. She sighed as she held Hope on her back, "I wish you 'Happy Hearth's Warming', Snowfall." "Humbug! And it's good afternoon!" Snowfall exclaimed in anger, "Good day!" Light Heart sighed as she and Hope exited the door. Snowfall huffed as she looked away from the door. Snowdash remained silent while looking at her. Sensed her assistant's looking at her, Snowfall sighed as she remarked sarcastically, "If you want to go home early, ignore all of the work you have, and spend the rest—" "Sweet!" Snowdash exclaimed happily. With Snowdash left the office building, Snowfall groaned in anger and annoyance as she walked up to the second level. She then approached to the window. She glared at the ponies chatting and cheering happily and passionately about Hearth's Warming. "I hate Hearth's Warming Eve!" Snowfall exclaimed, "All of Equestria would be better off if we just skipped the day altogether." With the snap of realization, Snowfall found the solution to deal with Hearth's Warming. She smirked proudly as she has plans now. As she closed the curtains, she tiptoed across to her potion shelves. She levitated them up. Snowfall: Happy Hearth's Warming, they say in the street Happy Hearth's Warming, they think they're so sweet Words said so often that they lack any meaning Why should I join in when I could be intervening? With all of potion gathered and put on the table, Snowfall began putting and pouring them into a bowl. With the puff of smoke, she smirked proudly. Snowfall: Everypony loves this cursed holiday But would they be better off with it out of the way? Well, okay Snowfall walked across the town in gathering the Hearth's Warming items such as its ring, ribbons, toys, dolls, present boxes and sweetened food. Snowfall: Say goodbye to the holiday With my magic, I'll erase it The greatest gift that I give today And everypony will have to face it Snowfall smirked proudly as she made her way back to her home. Snowfall: No more little games for you to play After you say goodbye to the holiday Snowfall poured all of Hearth's Warming items into the cauldron. As the cauldron's greenish potion bubbling, it unleashed the smokes out in the torn and broken forms of Hearth's Warming items. Snowfall: Goodbye, Hearth's Warming, you had a good run Goodbye, Hearth's Warming, it's over, you're done Finally set free from your forced celebrations No need to reply to your trite invitations Snowfall gathered four potions of green, red, yellow and blue, and the bowl of complete magic potion from the shelf. She then approached to her magic book in search for the spell she wanted to use on ponies and Hearth's Warming. Snowfall: Calendar shorter by a single day Is my magic up to the test? Time to see, I can't delay Snowfall began pour the potion into the cauldron. Aftermath, the smokes emerged in the forms of Wendigos. Snowfall: Say goodbye to the holiday Prepare the spell, no hesitation All memory shall fade away See Equestria's new transformation The smokey forms of Wendigos flew around and around of Snowfall as she continued singing proudly. Snowfall: No more shall anypony say Happy Hearth's Warming... The smokey Wendigos flew straight into the cauldron. She smirked proudly happily while looking at it. Her spell is complete. Snowfall laughed sinisterly: ...after today! After today... Starlight Glimmer smirked as she turned and looked at the window, "Once the spell is cast, all of Equestria will be better off, and they'll have me to thank for it!" "Snowfall was all set to cast her spell that would erase Hearth's Warming Eve for all time when a voice from the hearth caught her attention." "You sure you wanna go through with this?" The voice asked. Snowfall yelped, "Huh?! Who's there?!" BUBBLED! Snowfall turned and found her cauldron was bubbling as the bubble form of apple floated in midair. It popped. "The Spirit of Hearth's Warmin' Past, that's who." The voice said as the spirit of Applejack Earth Pony based dressed in formal clothes, "And you and me have got to have us a little chat." "A spirit?!" Snowfall asked in shock as she fell her back behind. She quickly moved back while standing up. She glared at the spirit suspiciously, "I didn't cast any spirit summoning spell. What are you doing here?" The Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past smiled, "You don't think a spell like that would get by without some powerful forces noticin'?" She then phased through Snowfall, which make her shivered and quivered a lot. The spirit smiled while looking at the window, "You've got our attention, Snowfall Frost, and we've got some pretty strong opinions on this spell of yours." "We?" "They'll be along in a bit. For now, it's just you and me. Let's get a move on. We got a ton to see and barely any time to see it." Snowfall huffed, "I'm not going anywhere. I've got a spell to cast, and I don't need a history lesson about Hearth's Warming Eve." "We aren't goin' to the past to learn about the holiday." Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past smiled as she summoned a lasso, "We're goin' to learn about you." Just before Snowfall could react, The Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past lassoed her tightly. They then flew out of the window. As the vortex appeared in the middle of town, they then began walked on midair while marching towards it. As they entered it, they are now far, far away from Canterlot to learn Snowfall's past. As the vortex opened, Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past and Snowfall emerged from it. They arrived and landed at the outskirt of small town. A town where Snowfall used to live and stay since her birth before she moved to Canterlot Town. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past: As a young thing, life sure is somethin' You go makin' choices large and small Always growin' like a seedlin' And playin' is like dreamin' And before you know it, big and tall Both Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past and Snowfall marched down and headed straight to the small town. They then began their search for the grumpy mare's past self. They then found Snowfall's past self of filly in her school uniform and a Sunburst's colt-based with green scarf standing near to the school, along with the wagon of Hearth's Warming stuffs. The fillies approached and joined the fun with two foals. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past: And every little bitty choice you make Sends you down a path to who you are today So let's take a little trip down memory lane And see just what the past has to say Suddenly, a shadowy figure loomed over the children. They turned and found a scarred light brown stallion with black mane in well-dressed suit and brown coat stood before them. He smiled at them. Snowfall's past self gasped happily as she jumped and hugged him happily and passionately. He hugged her back. The children smiled and chatted happily especially the colt. This scene brought a smile and tears of joy to Snowfall. The Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past noticed it as she smiled. "Aw, look how cute you were. Looks like you're not too upset it's Hearth's Warming Eve either." Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past remarked. She turned and looked at stallion and colt, "I'm guessing these two boys are important to ya?" Snowfall sighed, "They were. That stallion is my father - Almighty Scar - the bravest, kindest and lovable father I ever had. And that colt was my friend and boyfriend - Sunblock - the most handsome, supportive, smartest and great friend I ever had in life." "And I'm guessing you know what happen to your father?" "Yeah, I do." Both Snowfall and Spirit of the Hearth's Warming Past arrived at the hospital's wing after 2 years later. They found a stallion was covered by the white blanket. Snowfall was crying and covering her head on it. Sunblock approached and patted her back gently. Snowfall turned and hugged Sunblock passionately. Seeing the scene, Snowfall shed tears of sadness. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past sighed as she patted her. Snowfall sniffled, "My father died in heart disease. Sunblock was the only pony who has been with me till our adulthood." Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past, "You're very lucky to have him by your side, am I right?" "Yeah. I was very lucky to have him by my side." "You sure do." In time lapse for 15 years later, both Snowfall and Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past witnessed the past. Her past self and Sunblock grew up together. They both studied the science, maths, potion, physics and magic. They sometimes hangout together for talking, studying at the library, having daily meal and drink time, working together and donating charity. This scene made her regret and upset as she missed it a lot - kindhearted and considerate pony. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past: The seeds of the past They grow pretty fast Just look at who you were back then As the teenage Snowfall and Sunblock grew up and closer to each other, they confessed their feelings for each other during the midnight on Hearth's Warming Eve. They leaned their lips each other in kissing passionately under full moon. Snowfall also missed this scene a lot - she loved Sunblock so much since their childhood if she hasn't done foolish mistakes in the first place. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past: The seeds, as they grow Look what they can show Reveal the truth time and again The young adult Snowfall and Sunblock are now college students. Inside the classroom, they both were levitating the box of Hearth's Warming items. They were unpacking and taking the items out from the box "I can't believe Hearth's Warming Eve is here!" Sunblock exclaimed happily. Young Adult Snowfall smiled, "I know! I'm so excited! I can't wait to start!" "Just what do you two think you're doing, Snowfall and Sunblock?" The stern voice demanded. Young Adult Snowfall and Sunblock turned to their back. They found stern old light gray unicorn with darker gray long spiky mane and tail worn the black suit and black cape stood before them. Sunblock yelped in fear, "Professor Flintheart! We didn't see you here!" Young Adult Snowfall smiled, "We're decorating the classroom for Hearth's Warming Eve, Professor Flintheart!" "You said you wanted to learn to be a powerful unicorn, did you not?" Professor Flintheart asked sternly. Both unicorns nodded in confirmation. He groaned, "And what is the way that one becomes a powerful unicorn?" Both Young Adult Snowfall and Sunblock smiled, "Work hard, learn, and use your skills to better Equestria." Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past gave sly smirk at Snowfall, who smiled uneasily. Professor Flintheart hummed as he levitated the star ornament, "And how do these help you to learn magic?" "I want to be strong enough to stop windigos and help ponies!" Young Adult Snowfall exclaimed proudly. Sunblock nodded, "Yeah! After all, we also want to spend great time with our friends and family." "That's just a story we tell little ponies. Real magic takes time to learn. And this is not the time to fool around as well," Professor Flintheart said sternly as shattered star ornament to pieces. This shocked both Snowfall and Sunblock. He continued, "It's your choice. Spend your time learning to become a powerful unicorn or play with your toys and make nothing of yourself." As soon as Professor Flintheart walked away, Young Adult Snowfall looked down in shame and upset. Sunblock approached and patted her. "Don't let him get to you, Snowfall. He doesn't even care about spending time with friends and family." Sunblock said in comfort. Young Adult Snowfall sighed, "Maybe he's right." "What? What do you mean?" "Let's face it for once, Sunblock. If there were real wendigos, then this celebration is really pointless. Professor Flintheart was right. This is a waste of time." "Snowfall, just because of the story isn't always real, doesn't mean we can't spend more time together. Can we?" Young Adult Snowfall sighed, "I wanted to, Sunblock. Believe in me. But I want to become a powerful unicorn. It's my dream. I'm not gonna give that up." "Snowfall," Sunblock sniffled as he shed some tears of sadness, "how could you? I would never put anything before you. You're the one I'd never gave up. I'm sorry that I can't follow what Professor Flintheart's philosophy anymore. I release you..." Young Adult Snowfall was heartbroken and shock, "Sunblock..." Sunblock hissed in pain as he immediately exited the classroom while crying tearfully. Young Adult Snowfall felt shame and guilt of her action against her boyfriend. She really loved him so much but chose her ambition over him. It breaks her heart now. Snowfall looked shame and pain as she looked down. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past: Then some distress, words so careless Standin' there, you don't know what to do Feelin' helpless, you can't make it hurt less So you go and change your point of view Angered and furious, Young Adult Snowfall screamed. She then levitated and thrown the box into dustbin. As she was screaming and crying, she slammed some punches on the box for few times. She then kicked dustbin off. She then collected the books and quills on her desk. Young Adult Snowfall began her studying on magic as her Professor Flintheart demanded. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past: And in that moment, though you didn't know it Your defenses set up walls you built to last Leading to the pony you've become today And the spell you're about to cast It all comes from your past Snowfall and Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past approached and watched the Young Adult Past Self studying the books. They also noticed her sobbing and crying tearfully. This made the present Snowfall to cry as she missed Sunblock so much and regretted her decision. Thus, this led Snowfall in motion to end Hearth's Warming... Snowfall: The seeds of the past We grow up so fast Some hurts never go away Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past: The seeds, as they grow This we can't let go All tied to this one holiday An hour later, Snowfall opened her eyes as she found herself back to her office especially her magic spell cauldron in front of her. It was a dream? As Snowfall turned to the front, she found a large present before her. The box's top opened and exploded with more confetti launching out. This shock and surprised her in fear. She witnessed a shadowy figure emerged from the box. The creature glared at her now. "Snowfall Frost! It is I," The mysterious figure said in reverberating. She jumped off and landed in front of Snowfall. She revealed to be Pinkie Pie's Earth Pony-based worn yellow coat and candy-like crown, "the Spirit of Hearth's Warming Presents!" Shocked and scared by the spirit's appearance, Snowfall stopped in realization, "Um, don't you mean 'Present', like the time?" "No! Toys, Hearth's Warming doll..." Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present exclaimed happily as she gave two dolls and cupcake to Snowfall, "Here, want a cupcake?" Snowfall was annoyed and irritated by Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present enthusiasm and energetic. She decided not to challenge the spirit. "All of the pointless things ponies waste their time on." Snowfall said in annoyance. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present giggled, "Oh, Snowfall, it's not what the gift is that matters, it's what the gift means!" She then took the toys away from Snowfall as she explained happily, "Sometimes a cupcake means 'I love you!' Or a toy means 'Hi, how're you doing?' Sometimes a book means 'Your mane looks amazing!' And sometimes a scarf means... Well, a scarf usually means you look cold. That one's easy." "I don't understand anything you're saying." Snowfall remarked in annoyance. She then noticed Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present shaking wildly and happily. She yelped, "What's happening to you?!" Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present squealed happily, "My Spirit of Hearth's Warming Presents Sense is going off! That means a song is coming on!" Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present pushed Snowfall out from her mansion. The spirit sang happily while showing grumpy mare the meaning behind of Hearth's Warming. Ponies were decorating and shopping the gifts and decoration of their celebration day. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present: Take a look at everything around you All the smells that surely will astound you Open up your heart, it will surround you In the magic of Hearth's Warming Eve As the optimistic spirit continued singing, Snowfall witnessed rich pony showing her generosity to the poor with a hot cocoa, little fillies singing a song to the neighborhood, ponies dancing and even the Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present gave the toy to a filly, mare a hug and old stallion a sweater. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present: The little things that make it better Little ponies spreading cheer Give a toy, a hug, a sweater Memories that last all year And each time Snowfall was trying to escape from the spirit or anything involved Hearth's Warming, the Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present appeared and blocked her way while explaining, singing and dancing about the celebration happily. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present: The present's always filled with presents Large, medium, and small Sometimes the most important things Aren't very big at all Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present guide and led Snowfall to the restuarant, where they found Snowdash was celebrating and partying with her friends happily including Merry the red well-dressed Rarity's Unicorn-based and Flutterholly the Fluttershy's Pegasus-based worn white dress. Three mares hugged each other happily. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present: What a party, there's so much to see here Can't believe you didn't want to be here You'd have had a blast, I guarantee here This is the spirit of Hearth's Warming Eve The Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present entered the restaurant in enjoying the party - drinking the apple cider, dancing on the stage, collecting and putting the presents with the main one, Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present: Cider's flowing, this is living Come on and feel the beat Life is better when you're giving Each time you do it feels so sweet The spirit then climbed all the way to top of presents. Snowfall can't but to smiled at the party and the scene. As she was about to enter the restaurant, she spotted a familiar faces - Light Heart, Hope and the rest of their family - Shadow Dragon's Earth Pony-based worn a black gentleman's suit and hat, Lance Justicestrike's Pegasus-based worn black suit with red scarf, Spike's Dragon-based worn the black suit and top hat and Shiroi Bai's Unicorn-based worn a white well-dressed. They all entered the restaurant. Snowfall was surprised and shocked by their arrival as she wondered of what they were doing here. She decided to watch from the window first. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present: The present's always filled with presents So come on, open your eyes Spend time with ponies just like you And watch your spirits rise Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present: The present's always filled with presents Take a look around The reason for the holiday Is quite easily found Light Heart and her family approached and met up with Snowdash, Flutterholly and Merry. They all chatted with each other happily. The Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present slide on the presents down, causing the rest of it dropped and fell on the hooves of ponies. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present slide straight and stopped before Snowfall. The spirit smiled happily while the grumpy mare turned her sour face into happy face. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present: Yes, the reason for the holiday Is quite easily found And the reason is to be with your friends! "What do you think?" Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present asked. Snowfall sighed, "The party was in full swing. But there's one question I don't understand - why is Light Heart and her family doing here? I understand why Snowdash is here." "One way to find out. Watch and listen..." Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present answered calmly as she turned to the window, "You might find something 'unexpectedness'..." Snowfall felt uneasy and worry as she turned and looked through the window. She saw Light Heart chatted with her family while Snowdash was drinking her eggnog quietly. Merry and Flutterholly arrived at the hall. Both of them noticed Snowdash's sad and disappointed looks. "Snowdash?" Merry asked, "Why, whatever is the matter, darling?" Flutterholly hummed, "Was it the eggnog? Oh, I knew I put in too much cinnamon!" "Oh, no, the eggnog was awesome, Flutterholly," Snowdash insisted frantically. She sighed in upset, "I'm just mad at somepony who was complaining about how awful Hearth's Warming Eve is. And not to mention, rude to Light Heart and almost hit her daughter too!" "Hmm... I don't suppose that pony's name starts with 'Snow'?" Merry asked in amusement. Flutterholly hummed in concern, "And ends with 'Frost'?" "So, unbelievable..." Logan remarked in annoyance and angry, "I'm gonna punch that damn mare, alright!" Cal nodded, "Yeah! Me too! Nopony messes with my sister or my mum, and gets away with it!" "Logan, Cal, Come on! This is Hearth's Warming Eve," Hope said in concern, "She didn't mean to. She's just stressed from her work." "Oh yeah?" Snowdash asked in annoyance, "Try this one, Hope. Snowfall said Hearth's Warming Eve is just an excuse to party, and we would all be better off spending time working to make Equestria a better place." Angered and annoyed by Snowfall's claim and insults about the celebration, the ponies booed angrily at it. Snowfall gulped in concern while Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present smiled happily from the window. Sarah White sighed, "Can't say that I'm full of surprises of that. Snow Frost has always known to be Scrooge of Hearth's Warming for every year." "I wonder what does Snowfall think a better Equestria looks like." Cal asked in amusement. Logan shrugged, "Who knows? It's definitely gotta be a big mess-up she did for Hearth's Warming." Cal chuckled in amusement, "Yeah. I can't wait to see it." "So, what's her answer, Snowdash?" Sarah White asked in amusement. Snowdash cleared her throat as she imitated, "Ponies working hard, learning, and using their abilities for the benefit of Equestria." Everyone laughed in amusement at Snowdash's imitation of Snowfall. This irritated Snowfall a lot as she hated herself being insulted by ponies. "Look, everypony. I know Snowfall can be hard and harsh about Hearth's Warming," Light Heart admitted, "But she was really a good and hardworking pony. And she did amazing job in making some discovery on magic and potion. This benefits us a lot." Cyclone Bolt scoffed, "If you ask me, she doesn't give a damn about it or ponies' feelings and need. She didn't give you some loan or bits to help our Hope. If I ever see her again, I would like to give her piece of my mind!" "Now, now, dear. I know she's stingy and scrooge about this holiday. But I believed in her that she'll come and help us. After all, she was my friend." "You sure about it, Light? You think she'll change for the better?" "Of course, I am. She is my friend..." Cyclone Bolt sighed, "Fine. I'll wish her for Happy Hearth's Warming and her health. But I'm doing this for you and our children." "That's all I need," Light Heart smiled before kissed her husband's cheek, "Thanks." "Yeah! Me too," Snowdash smiled, "I hope you're right about my boss." "We'll do it for you, mum," Logan, Cal and Sarah White gave in. Merry sighed, "It looks like we've got everything on Snowfall's list right here." "I think a perfect Equestria looks a lot like a Hearth's Warming Eve party." Flutterholly nodded in agreement. Hope smiled, "And I'll say 'May Celestia bless us all'! May Snowfall changed for the better mare! I know it." "I agree. And you'll get better. I promised," Light Heart smiled as she kissed on Hope's forehead, "As my daughter has said, 'May Celestia bless us all'!" Ponies cheered wildly and happily. They all enjoyed their feast, drinks, dancing and singing happily, passionately and proudly. Snowfall sighed calmly and happily. She was pleased that some of her friends did think and care of her so much. She was saddened, not being there for her friends when they need it especially Hope and her serious condition. "I wish I could have done better for them especially Light and Hope," Snowfall said in pain and shame as she shed some tears on her cheeks, "I should have given them some loan." "Me too!" Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present said in agreement yet sadly, "Too bad it's going to be the last one ever! Ever! Ever! Ever!" The spirit slowly disappeared as the fog engulfed the city. This scared and shocked Snowfall. "Spirit? What do you mean? What's going to happen?!" As Snowfall Frost continued her search on the Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present, she found nothing but snow and ice across the land. She can feel the wind chills on her skin. She can hear some growling like an animal. And worse is that she can smell the scent of death. She looked around in search of the phenomenon. As she turned to the front, she gasped in shock and concern. Snowfall saw a tall black and purple mixed hooded figure with skeletal wings. And he was holding an ancient staff mixed with technological concept, and worn a goggles-like. This figure has the appearance of Guildenstern. He growled like a wild animal with the breathe of death. "Who-Who are you?" Snowfall asked in fear. The hooded black figure hissed, "I am the Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come. But I also am your Grim Reaper..." "Are you here to show me what future Hearth's Warming Eves are like?" "No, for there are no more Hearth's Warming Eves for me to show. Only deaths..." Snowfall gulped in fear, "Why not?" "You will succeed in erasing the holiday, as you wished. And not only that, child, you delivered the souls of death to me. Quite interesting business, wouldn't you say?" Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come chuckled in amusement and darkly. "No. What happen? What happen to my friends?! What happen to Hope?!" "Do you wish to know the death?" Snowfall gulped fearfully, "Yes..." The Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come chuckled in amusement and sinister as he revealed the Canterlot Town, buried by the depths of snow. No sign of anypony emerged to come and have fun. He turned and glanced at her in amusement, it scared and frightened her a lot. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come: I see a cold wind blowing through I see days either pain or sad I see a future caused by you I see a path that leads to death. The Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come magically revealed the spiritual forms of ponies dancing, celebrating, chatting, cheering and having fun happily. As the spirit clasped hard on all in his hooves, making Snowfall feared and worried. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come: The future was once filled with magic Nightmares and desires brought to death Now the days ahead are dark and tragic No time for hope when all is gone Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come snarled like animal as his eyes glowed in red. He glared while smiled with his fangs of death scent. It frightened Snowfall even more. The Windigos flew passed both of them. This surprised her a lot. Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come: Whatever might have been All the dreams that ponies have Because of you, Snowfall Frost Now the future is a death nightmare "Windigos?! They aren't real! It's just a little filly's story!" Snowfall exclaimed in concern. "Unfortunately, Snowfall, they are all too real," Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come snarled in amusement, "And your actions will allow them to return. And the death of all innocent ponies, your friends, your family, your love and little Hope will die! And their souls be delivered to me!" "No! Not my friends! Not Snowdash! Not Sunblock! Not Light Heart! Not Hope! Not the little one! This can't be happening!" "It will be, Snowfall. The future of Equestria shall be bathed in a blanket of eternal snow!" The Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come chuckled sinisterly. He turned and glared at frightful Snowfall, "And now you're coming with me! Welcome to your death!" And just before Snowfall could respond, Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come screeched wildly. He jumped on her. He then dragged her into the depths of snow. She screamed fearfully and frantically as she struggled in getting out of snow. "No! I never meant for this to happen! I didn't understand! I didn't see how important Hearth's Warming Eve was!" Snowfall exclaimed frantically before she pleaded, "Please, spirit! I haven't cast the spell yet! Is there still time?! I'm sorry!" It was too late. Snowfall drowned. And the sound of evil laughter echoed across the land of snow. Snowfall is gone... SCREAM! Opened her eyes in shock, Snowfall found herself back to her office. She then quickly looked through the window. She saw ponies still celebrating Hearth's Warming Eve, making her gasped and sighed in relief. It was a dream, even so... "There's still time!" Snowfall exclaimed in realization, "I have to pick up the pace now!" At the restaurant, ponies continued chatting and celebrating their holiday. The door was opened, attracted their attention to it. They all gasped in surprise and shock as they saw Snowfall Frost stood on it, levitating several gifts. "Snowfall Frost?" Light Heart asked in surprise yet hopefully. "Boss?" Snowdash asked in surprise. "I was hoping I wasn't too late for the party? I brought gifts." Snowfall said calmly, "I was wrong earlier, about Hearth's Warming Eve. It's not all about singing and presents. The singing and presents are all about celebrating the ponies in our lives. The ponies we should listen to more often: our friends." The ponies chatted in surprise. Snowfall passed all of the presents to her friends and some ponies else. Snowdash opened hers as she found a bottle jar of purple liquid with picture of toenail. "Dragon toenail?" Snowdash asked in surprise. Everyone laughed softly and quietly. She nervously said, "Uh... thanks?" "I was in a hurry. I'll do better next time." Snowfall said sheepishly. "Ha. You kidding? No one's ever given me dragon toenail before!" Snowdash exclaimed happily, "It's awesome!" Snowfall smiled in relief. She turned and passed the present to Light Heart, "I've got something special just for you, Light Heart. Something that will help you and your daughter." "Okay, thanks," Light Heart opened it. She gasped in surprise as she was looking at the jar of more than thousand bits. The ponies were in surprise and shock. She gulped in surprise, "Oh my gosh. Is this..." "Yes, Light Heart. My loan to help your daughter to get a doctor. It's the least I can do for a friend of mine..." "I don't know what to say..." Snowfall smiled, "Say thank you..." "Thanks," Light Heart thanked as she embraced Snowfall Frost passionately. As she departed, she smiled, "And I have a present for you too. Someone miss you a lot..." Snowfall was confuse. Light Heart turned to kitchen as she waved someone to come out. As he emerged from the shadows, Snowfall Frost gasped in shock and surprise. She couldn't believe in her eyes that the she was meeting somepony else that she hasn't seen for a long time. "Sunblock? Is that really you?" Snowfall asked in surprise. Sunblock smiled, "Hey, Snowfall. Long time no see?" "I can't believe it. It's really you!" Snowfall said in surprise. She looked down in shame and worry, "I thought that I'd never seen you again." Sunblock sighed as he held his former lover-interest's chin up, "So did I. Light Heart invited me to join the party and told me that I might get you out from your home. And it looks like you don't need it." "Yeah. I have some ponies helped snap me out from being grumpy. I miss you so much, Sunblock." "I miss you too, Snowfall." Snowfall and Sunblock embraced each other in passionate long hug. They then leaned and landed their kiss on each other's lips. The ponies awed happily and proudly in seeing them falling for each other in love. "What are we waiting for? Let's get the Hearth's Warming Eve started! Make the best out of it!" Snowdash exclaimed happily Nyx nodded, "Yeah! May Celestia bless us all!" "May Celestia bless us all!" Ponies cheered wildly and happily The ponies resumed celebrating their Hearth's Warming Eve. Snowfall smiled happily that she's with her friends, her family and her lover now. She is now happy. "And from then on, it was always said of all the Hearth's Warming Eve celebrations, Snowfall's was the Hearth's Warmingest. The end." Present... Recalled the story she had read with her father-figure, Starlight Glimmer smiled in realization yet relief. She knows what to do now. "After reminded by the story, Starlight Glimmer remembered and realized the importance of Hearth's Warming now. And she finally decides of what to do..." As the ponies were celebrating their holiday, Starlight Glimmer climbed down the stairs. Twilight Sparkle noticed her. She smiled as she brought another cup of Apple Cider to her pupil. "Welcome to the party! Happy Hearth's Warming, Starlight." Twilight Sparkle greeted. Starlight Glimmer smiled, "Happy Hearth's Warming, Twilight." As Starlight Glimmer took the cup, she began singing Starlight Glimmer: Hearth's Warming Eve is filled with presents Some take you by surprise A story shared by your good friends That makes your spirits rise Starlight Glimmer walked and passed most of ponies as she looked at them celebrating their holiday. She sighed happily of the event while she was relieved to be part of it, with all of her friends and family, even though Amon Blood Statham is not here for her... Starlight Glimmer: Sometimes you just let go of the past Enjoy the present while it lasts And really it's not that much to ask With good friends by your side Now it's time to celebrate With the Hearth's Warming Tree and its lights turned on, ponies enjoyed their holiday happily and proudly through eating, drinking, exchanging and trading presents to each other, dancing and singing together as one. Ponies: Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Starlight Glimmer: All together, feeling great Ponies: Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again Starlight Glimmer: Can hardly wait We'll party 'til late Our favorite date Ponies: Hearth's Warming Eve is here once a— Happy, happy Hearth's Warming Eve Happy, happy Hearth's Warming Eve Hearth's Warming Eve is here once again! "And so, Starlight Glimmer join the celebration with all of her friends. And, they lived happily ever after. Happy Hearth's Warming Eve, everypony. I'm proud of my student and her decision. And I believe her father-figure feels the same way." Outside of Castle of Friendship, a masked warrior stood still and firmly while looking at it. He took a deep breathe as he removed his mask - a scarred light brown stallion smiled while shed tears of joy. "Happy Hearth's Warming. my little Starlight Glimmer..." END... Review and Suggest... Main Casts: Kelly Sheridan: Starlight Glimmer/Snowfall Frost Tara Strong: Twilight Sparkle/Narrator/Light Heart Ashleigh Ball: Rainbow Dash/Snowdash, Applejack/Spirit of Hearth's Warming Past Andrea Libman: Pinkie Pie/Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present, Fluttershy/Flutterholly Shannon Chan-Kent: Pinkie Pie/Spirit of Hearth's Warming Present Singing Voice Neil Ross: Guildenstern/Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come Kevin Michael Richardson: Guildenstern/Spirit of Hearth's Warming Yet to Come's Singing Voice Minor Casts: Kira Tozer: Nyx/Hope Ian Hanlin: Sunburst/Sunblock William Samples: Professor Flintheart Tabitha St. Germain: Rarity/Merry Matt Lanter: Shadow Dragon/Cyclone Bolt Jess McCartney: Lance Justicestrike/Logan Cathy Weseluck: Spike/Cal Hayden Pannettiere: Shiroi Bai/Sarah White Cameo: Kazumi Evans: Rarity's Singing Voice Matthew Mercer: Terrorcreep David Faustino: Blazefist Janet Verney: Aquastroke Will Friedle: Saber Dragoon P.J. Bryce: Laxtinct Skip Stellrecht: Shorty Thinking Jason Statham: Amon Blood Statham