//------------------------------// // Fateful Rescue // Story: Silver String of Love // by foxmaster //------------------------------// My name is Lyra Heartstrings and tonight, I’m on a date with the nicest and wealthiest boy at Canterlot High. Things could be perfect, If it wasn’t for a certain someone. Though, how our meeting began is quite a story in and of itself. It was an ordinary Monday morning, the late winter snow lightly covered the ground below with the temperature staying at a constant forty six degrees and the sound of my favorite boy band and their newest hit song filling my room with almost enough decibels to wake everyone in my house. I suddenly woke up with a burst of adrenaline and rushed to the bathroom to perform the everyday ritual of getting ready for the day. I ran back to my room and placed my homework in my bag when Mom shouted from down stairs, “Lyra, bonbon is here and waiting for you!” I rolled my eyes at my mom’s words as I grabbed my backpack and rushed down the stairs. I ran past Dad in the living room and he told me to slow down before I tripped. Despite being in such a rush, I followed his advice and slowed down. I then noticed a recognizable smell from when I was younger and followed it to the Kitchen. I entered and saw Bonbon sitting at the table finishing up the last equation on her math homework. I greeted mom and Bonbon, then noticed Mom was making her special mint chocolate chip waffles that Bonbon and I enjoyed so much. Mom placed her whole stack in the center of the table along with some syrup. Bonbon put her math homework back in her backpack and moved some waffles onto her plate. I grabbed a little less than Bonbon since I was still working off some of the Emergency Chocolate I ate to finish my homework. I slowly cut my waffles in fourths, as did Bonbon, and then we ate as quickly as we could. After we had our fill, we grabbed our bags and began our usual walk to School. Bonbon and I then began talking about our plans for Valentine’s day. We both decided to go to the grand opening of the new amusement park, Seven Stars Universe. Bonbon checked the flyer she printed out and noticed something in small print near the bottom of the page. The print said, “admittance is free for couples,” which caused a bit of a damper on our plans since both of our combined savings were only enough for the individual rates and maybe a few concessions. We decided since valentine's day was just two days away we would try and hope someone asks us out or try and find someone ourselves. The bell rang loudly as the students all left for their second period classes and Bonbon and I went to our lockers to prepare for ours. Bonbon swapped out her math book for her history book and told me she would see me in third period before leaving for her class. I had just grabbed my books for my next class when I felt someone slam my locker shut and saw an orange boy dressed in something almost similar to Sunset’s old outfit only with red hair styled in a buzz cut. “Well well well,” the boy taunted, “if it isn't the pony freak.” “Whoever you are please don't hurt me,” I said as I backed up nervously. “Well too bad,” yelled the boy, “Freaks like you and dead eyes over there don’t deserve to live!” He pointed at Derpy before punching me in the stomach. I was scared and was about ready to cry until a blue boy with red hair wearing a grey suit with a matching fedora came up and decided to do something. “"Blaze, leave her alone, she didn't do anything to you. Now back off, or else I'll show the principles my recordings!" The boy pulled out his phone and replayed the video of the whole incident. Blaze started sweating bullets and ran off shouting, “This isn’t over,” before disappearing around the corner. The boy helped me up and helped me pick up my books. “Thanks for saving me,” I said gratefully. “A gentleman always helps a lady when needed,” the boy responded as he bowed politely. “I’m Lyra by the way,” I introduced. “Pleasure to meet you. My name is Silver Chance, but most people just call me Silver,” I looked into Silver’s deep blue eyes and noticed he was doing the same with mine. Me and Silver went our separate ways for now, I hurried to class. I made it with ten seconds before the lock out went into effect. The teacher took roll call and unfortunately for me Blaze was waiting for me. I was very nervous since the one who hurt me is right behind me. The seconds felt like minutes to me since there was no one to save me this time. Just as Blaze was about to make his move the bell rang loudly and I hid in the crowd and safely made it to my locker. I checked for any signs of Blaze and entered my combination. I quickly swapped my books out and ran to my third period class. I made it in time and was glad to be somewhere Blaze isn't. I took her seat next to Bonbon and told her about what happened before second period. Bonbon felt bad leaving about leaving me alone like that and promised to stay by my side. Third Period went by fast mostly due to my new enemy not being there. Lunch time finally arrived and the students filled the room. Me and Bonbon found our usual table and sat down. I explained to Bonbon about what happened during the passing period and about how Silver saved me from Blaze and his fists of iron. As our conversation continued the boy I was talking about entered the Cafeteria and Bonbon instantly recognized him from her mother’s workplace. Bonbon was a bit afraid of him considering where her mom works. “I actually heard about that Silver Chance. He’s the heir to the Silver Corporation, and big weapons manufacturer. Be careful Lyra, because if he’s anything like his father, then he might be scary and dangerous,” I thought Bonbon was overreacting a bit and saw Silver carrying a lunchbox looking for a place to sit. Seeing a chance, I took it and waved to get his attention. Silver seemed to notice me waving to him and walked closer to us. As he got closer, I said, “Hey Silver, how are you?” Silver took a seat across from me before pulling out his lunch, which looked to be steak with a side of lobster mac & cheese, and said, “I’m doing good, thanks. Glad I saw you, it’s always a hassle trying to find a good place to sit here.” I laughed and said, “I know the feeling. Anyway, Silver, meet my friend Bonbon.” She gestured to the cream-colored girl sitting next to me. Silver reached his hand out to shake Bonbon’s. “Nice to meet you Bonbon and might I say you're as sweet as your name,” he complimented. Bonbon blushed as she hadn’t expected the compliment, but cleared her throat and spoke directly. “Well thank you,” she said, “and thanks for standing up for my friend. Ever since middle school, nearly everyone picked on her and I'm the only one who cares about her.” Silver gave a surprised look towards me and I just looked away in embarrassment. “That must have been very scary,” he sympathized. “It was,” I said, “but Bonbon never left my side, so I managed.” I smiled again as I hugged my best friend and she did the same. Silver smiled at the display and said, “Well now you have two people who care about you Lyra.” I smiled at Silver’s declaration before a thought crossed my mind. “By the way Silver, just curious, but how do you know blaze?” I asked. I figured I should know more about the guy if I was gonna be running into him again. Silver sighed as he explained, “He and I used to be friends back in middle school, until he was expelled for roasting our tyrant of a principal over the PA system. Then he tried to frame me for it when I refused to take part in it.” He then gained a bitter look as he recounted his past with Blaze. “Why would he do something so dumb and reckless?” I asked incredulously. Silver sighed and continued, “We both hated how he treated the students like crap and how well he was able to hide it while the school board was around so that no one could prove anything bad was happening. So Blaze decided to take matters into his own hands by beating up nearly a dozen teachers and administrators just to reach the PA system and trick the Principal into revealing his true colors. I guess you could say he won the battle but lost the war.” Silver’s eyes then showed sadness and forlornness. I then decided to take matters into my own hands as I stood up and walked next to Silver and pulled him into a caring hug. He seemed surprised at first, but then I told him, “Well don’t worry. Just as you care about me, I now care about you.” My words appeared to have reached him as he reciprocated my hug fully. Meanwhile, Bonbon looked on in surprise and a bit of sadness as Silver’s level of compassion and empathy for her best friend. Me and Silver spent most of the lunch period getting to know each other. Silver and I had a lot in common which was a good start. Bonbon asked what Silver had planned for his family’s company since a weapon’s company had no place in an era of peace like this. Silver smiled and said, “Well at the moment I’m researching the market and keeping track of what is trending these days, seeing if there’s anything I can do to improve the company.” The bell rang, I and Silver exchanged numbers before leaving for our fourth-period classes. I was so happy not even Blaze could ruin my good mood. The rest of the school day went by very smoothly and as the students flooded out of the building, I and Bonbon began our walk home. As we were made our way, Blaze came charging in at us laughing evilly. he shoved me onto the ground and covered me in dirt. “No one is going to save you now freak. Now, where were we? Oh yeah, about to rob you blind,” Blaze said as he began rummaging through my bag. Bonbon ran back to the school for help and luckily found Silver speaking with a man dressed like an executive. “Silver, I'm so glad I found you,” Bonbon said as she ran up to him. “Bonbon? What's the matter?” Silver asked worriedly. “It’s Blaze again,” panted Bonbon, “he just shoved Lyra into someone’s garden and is robbing her!” Silver then became much angrier as he said, “Okay, this has gone too far. Bonbon, don't try anything, I will be there shortly,” The man could not believe what he just heard and asked Silver to bring him along. Silver told him to hop in and he drove out of the parking lot following Bonbon. Silver found the scene of the fight and pulled right next to it. He got out of the car and walked over to Blaze before yanking him away from me and my bag. “You don't scare me this time Chance,” laughed Blaze, “I know you're bluffing so there is nothing you can do to scare me.” “I might not scare you,” admitted Silver, “but he will.” Silver pointed to the car and the man from earlier exited the car and looked like he was close to breaking a blood vessel. “BLAZE BEUFORD FIRESTORM!” he shouted, “THIS IS THE LAST STRAW, I TRIED BEING PATIENT WITH YOU BUT NOW YOU FORCED ME TO PUT MY FOOT DOWN, SO AS OF RIGHT NOW YOU ARE DISOWNED AND EVICTED, THE ONLY THING IM LEAVING YOU WITH IS THE CLOTHES ON YOUR BACK!” “But where the hell am I supposed to live?!” Blaze shouted in retaliation. “YOU CAN LIVE IN A MOLDY OLD CARDBOARD BOX IN A DRIPPING WET ALLEYWAY FOR ALL I CARE,” declared the man, “AND IF YOU EVER SET ONE FOOT ON MY PROPERTY OR CAUSE ANY TROUBLE WHATSOEVER, I WILL HAVE YOU ARRESTED FASTER THAN YOU CAN FLEE!” Silver took Blaze’s bag and retrieved everything he stole from me. Silver helped me up and offered me a ride to his place to change out of my dirt-covered clothes. I asked Bonbon to tell my parents about what happened and to not worry about me. Bonbon agreed to do so and left for my house. Blaze ran away in a fit of rage and ran for the nearest bus stop with only the collective amount of lunch money he stole from other students. I got in and apologized to Silver for tracking dirt on his aportry. Silver said it was ok since he could clean it up later as they drove to Silver’s mansion. Much later Silver and I arrived at the gate of a huge blue mansion with a red crescent moon symbol on it. Silver entered his access code into the keypad and the gates opened. Silver continued driving up the road to his home and parked in his personal garage and opened the passenger door for me. I was flattered by Silver’s chivalry and followed Silver to the foyer. As we entered the foyer, Silver’s father greeted us. “Welcome home Chance, I see you brought a guest,” he said warmly, “This is Lyra,” Silver introduced, “Some jerk shoved her into Roseluck’s garden and-” “Say no more son,” his father interjected as he approached Lyra, “Not to worry young lady, we have a private changing area in my wife’s sewing room, and feel free to help yourself to some of the clothes in there. Silver you know the way so I leave your friend in your hands,” I followed Silver up the stairs and down the hall until we reached a door with the words “sewing room” on it and Silver and I both went in. Silver showed me his mom’s winter line and told me to feel free to choose whatever I wanted. I looked at all the outfits on display until a teal women’s thick wool trench coat with a lighter green scarf caught my eye, The outfit under it also caught my eye, it was a dark blue dress with sapphires embroidered near the waistline and around the straps and black tights with black boots. I took the outfit and Silver told me he would bring my dirty clothes to the maid station while I changed. I took my clothes off in the stall and slid them under the door to Silver and he handed them to the maid that was waiting outside the room. Silver decided to head to his room and catch up on his homework. A bit later, Silver’s mom entered her sewing room and was surprised to see the changing room was in use. She knocked on the door and I was a bit nervous. I finally finished changing and opened the door. At first Silver’s mom was about to call security until she got a good look at me. “That outfit looks very lovely on you um...” she trailed off as she didn’t know my name. “I’m Lyra,” I said nervously, “Silver, invited me here,” Silver’s mom called him and asked him if what I said was true. Silver told her about the incident with Blaze and explained why I was wearing part of her Winter Line. Silver’s mom understood and asked if my parents knew I was here. I told her I sent my best friend to tell them. I then suddenly recognized who Silver’s mom was. “Wait aren't you Ruby Style, the famous fashion designer?” I asked while trying to contain my excitement. “I am,” she laughed, “but that's just my stage name. My real name is Silver Flare.” “I been meaning to ask,” I realized, “why do you all have Silver as a first name?” “Well actually, ‘Silver’ is just our surname,” Silver explained, “Our family’s roots started in feudal Japan so naturally our last names are always first and our first names are last,” “Ah, that explains a lot,” I nodded in understanding. Silver’s father then called everyone to the living room to see the news. Silver, Flare, and I ran to the living room and silver’s father explained why he called them here. “Chance, have you seen the news yet?” he asked. Silver said no and his father turned the tv on as an urgent news report came up. “This just in,” announced the reporter, “the heiress to the Rich Bargens company has been seen close to the brink of death in a bloody cardboard box covered in glass shards. Eyewitnesses claimed to have seen a boy with a red buzz cut near the scene.” A rough image of the perpetrator then flashed onto the screen. Silver thought the image looked familiar, but couldn’t place it. “The police have noted everything the victim had on her was stolen and a strong palm mark was left on her right arm,” continued the reporter, “There is no sign of the accused, but currently the victim is safely resting in the ER. We now go to Filthy Rich for a statement,” The screen changed to Filthy Rich confronting a bunch of reporters. “This is truly a devastating ordeal to see my own daughter in critical condition.” he stated sadly before a look of anger took over his face, “All I have to say to the assailant is if they ever catch you I will personally make you pay.” Silver’s father turned off the tv for a moment of silence in hope of Diamond’s recovery. Silver recognized the size of the palm mark, but could not specify if it belongs to who he thought it did. Silver’s father noticed Silver recognized something about the victim and asked if he knew anything. Silver told his father about what happened at school today and also told him he thinks Blaze might be the assailant but was not completely positive since a lot of men have grips that strong. Silver went back to his room to catch up on his homework while Flare asked me to come back to her sewing room to discuss something. Flare told me I looked good in the outfit I currently had on and proposed a deal. She offered me early access to each of her lines if I modeled them for her. I was more than happy to accept, especially since I would be spending more time with Silver, though I kept that last part to myself. I noticed it was getting late and asked if Silver could drive me home. Flare insisted on letting me stay over for the night and Silver could drive me to school in the morning. I agreed and gave Flare my home phone number. She dialed the number and put it on speakerphone. After a minute of waiting, my dad picked up the phone and answered, “Heartstrings Residence.” “Hello, is this Lyra’s father?” asked Flare. “Speaking,” my dad said unsurely. “I’m calling to let you know that your daughter is safe and will be staying over since its so late,” informed Flare. “Oh, thanks for letting me know. My wife will be glad to hear that after the news about that poor girl,” Dad said sadly. “We saw that too and she was the daughter of my husband's biggest investors,” Flare Sympathized. “Well have a safe night,” said dad. Flare hung the phone up and showed me to the guest room. I placed my bag on the queen sized bed and Flare said goodnight before leaving for the night. I passed out on the bed and reflected on the events of today and how lucky I was at the prospect of finally finding the perfect guy.