//------------------------------// // Sweetie Belle's 23th birthday! // Story: Chaos: the Age of Spike // by Kaliann25 //------------------------------// Sweetie Belle’s 23th birthday: Cookie and Hondo were having breakfast with their daughters. Or, at least, their older daughter, and son-in-law as they waited for the birthday girl. Sweetie Belle was, supposedly, going to have breakfast with them. But she haven’t showed up yet. “You did remind her we were coming, right?” asked Cookie Crumbles. “Or, is that our little daughter don’t want to see her parents? But, she would be around all eternitny, unlike us. Oh, I can’t believe that our daughter, from flesh and blood, doesn’t want to see her folks! Oh, I’m so disappointed, and hurt…” Hondo Flanks scratched his head. “What’s up with the act, darling?” Cookie giggled. “Come on! Aren’t we at the home of a great actor?” she turned to Blue Blood. “Tell me, how I did it?” “Unbelievably well. You got into character really quick!” congratulated Blue Blood. “I love drama. Didn’t I marry Rarity?” They all laughed, except for Rarity, who glared at Blue Blood. But he answered with a smile, and shrugged. But, right when she was about to answer, a door appeared out of nowhere, and Sweetie came out, smiling. “Good morning! Sorry for the delay, I overslept.” she apologized. “Hi, mom, dad! Long time no see you!” They went to hug their daughter, who returned the embrace happily. They stayed like that for a while, and then, Blue and Rarity joined in. It was a happy family moment. “Where’s Spike? This moment supposed to be with the whole family!” said Cookie. “Isn’t he coming, Sweetie Belle? I wanted to say hi to your coltfriend!” “Are you crazy?” asked Blue Blood. “Have you seen the lizard? He would damage my roof!” “Also, as much as Spike and I love each other, we always eat apart. Seriously, you’ll never get used to see a dragon eating. Anyway, he’s busy planning my party. Of course, it would be a ‘little’ bit wild. In fact, if it wasn’t that Blue and Rarity are preserved in their twenties, I wouldn’t invite them.” Rarity frowned. “Speaking of that, Sweetie Belle, are you serious about this? Is there any way to convince you otherwise?” “Not this again!” groaned Sweetie Belle. “Sweetie Belle! You know there is no going back from this! You know it, right?!” Sweetie Belle frowned, as the rest of the family retired in silence. None of them wanted to witness the argument between the sisters. “Hey, if you couldn’t convince Blue Blood, what makes you think you’re going to convince me?” defied Sweetie Belle. “Sweetie Belle! Please, listen to me!” begged the older sister. “I haven’t listened to you since I was twelve. When I got my powers. Why should I start now?” Rarity made a face-hoof, tolerantly. “Sweetie, this is not about Harmony versus Chaos. Is about how are you going to freeze yourself in your twenties forever. At first, it feels like a blessing, but, at some point, you’ll have to say goodbye to your loved ones, knowing you will never join them. I want to save it from you!” Sweetie Belle, relaxed, and smiled sadly. “But Rarity, don’t you see? That’s precisely my point! I choose to stay with you, Spike, and, unbelievably enough, with Blue Blood.” Rarity shook her head. “I’m just trying to protect you.” Sweetie placed a hoof on her sister’s shoulder. “I know, but I’m turning twenty three, sist! I’m old enough to make my own mistakes.” “This is a huge mistake!” said Rarity, in defeat tone. “Maybe, maybe not. I’ll be the one who judges that, when the right time comes!” assured the birthday girl. “Now come on! Let’s have breakfast! The rest should be starving.” Rarity rolled her eyes, as she smiled. The rest of the family came in, and they all sat at the table to get breakfast together. And also, Miss and Mister Belle gave Sweetie her present: a framed picture from the old times. She, as a baby, in her mother’s hooves, and Rarity watching her, curiously. “Mom, dad!” exclaimed Sweetie with tears in her eyes, as she ran to hug her parents. “I’m glad you liked it, my dear!” smiled Cookie. “It’s hard to believe it’s been twenty three years already. Sometimes I’m sorry I couldn’t take care of you as I should.” “Luckily, I had a wonderful sister who always watched over me!” smiled Sweetie. “And we cannot thank her enough for that!” said Hondo, hugging his older daughter. Blue Blood called: “Ehem! I hate to interrupt, but, can we eat, please? I’m starving!” “Let’s eat!” shouted the Belle family, as they began to devour the breakfast. As they had breakfast together, Rarity relaxed noticeably. Of course she was still worried, but Sweetie was right. She was old enough to make her own mistakes. Good Boss! In fact, according to Rarity, the early twenties were right age to make all the mistakes she wanted. Also, a lot of things she thought were mistakes, ended up being the right choice. Sweetie turning into Black, dating Spike, and the fact she went to live with him. Everything seemed all to be part of her sister’s future. “Maybe, this isn’t a mistake…” whispered Rarity. The rest of the day was calm, after their breakfast, the family went to see a play, from Blue Blood’s pupils: Deadpoolny Vs. Captain Equestria; Dawn of the Last Jedi (The last installment of the saga, about the boy who lived under the stairs, who found out he was a Jedi Knight. And his parents were killed by an evil Sith called Ultron; who have built a giant battle-station called Mordor.) Then, they walked around Canterlot’s streets and gardens until noon, to then, have a quick lunch. And finally, Mister and Missis Belle said goodbye to their daughters, and son-in-law. “Until next time, Sweetie, try to think about your old folks more often, alright?” asked Hondo Flanks, as he kissed his daughter’s cheek. “Good luck with all the ‘sex, drugs, and rock n’roll’ of your party.” Hondo kissed her other cheek. “Whatever happens, we don’t want to know.” “I know.” giggled Sweetie Belle. “But, you can be sure that my big sis will be watching me!” “Sure thing! Make sure to have fun, Rarity!” “And have a good time!” “I will!” assured Rarity. “I would tell you to behave, but, we were twenty three too.” joked Hondo Flanks. “Take care. And Blood, you better watch over them. Especially your wife!” “I will, I promise! You have my word as a gentlecolt.” Finally, Cookie Crumbles and Hondo Flanks said goodbye to their daughters, and son-in-law, wishing them the best of lucks. And left through a crazy door Sweetie made for them. When they disappeared behind the door, Sweetie blasted the door with her magic, and turned to Rarity and Blue Blood. “Are you ready?” “Right now?” asked Rarity. “At least let me grab a dress!” “No.” said Sweetie sternly. “Rarity, believe me, there’s a huge chance you that you will ruin your dress. We’re planning something big, and fun!” “Okay, okay!” sighed Rarity, giving up. So the group went through the door, led by Sweetie Belle. They appeared on the other side, at the Castle of Chaos. Much to their surprise, there were a few guests already. Pipsqueak, Twist, Snips, Snails, Diamond Tiara, Silver Spoon, Dinky, and the whole Team of Chaos. And, Spike, Rumble, Dinky, Snips and Snails were having a fierce battle of ‘Super Smash’ as the others were just chatting. “Hey guys! Sorry for the delay!” apologized Sweetie Belle. “Don’t worry, we just arrived.” said Diamond, yawning. With the time, she and Silver Spoon have left their bullying, and, became good friends with the Team of Chaos. Not that close, but they get along just fine. “Yeah, we only had time for a couple of games.” said Dinky, separating from the enchanted board. “So, this is a party, or what?” “I don’t know.” shrugged Sweetie Belle. “Did you get everything ready, Spike?” Spike stretched his arms. “Of course! You delayed so much, that I thought we were going to grow roots.” “Sorry for wanting to spend some time with my family.” groaned Sweetie Belle. Then she grinned. “Besides, a Belle lady does never show up late. The rest are too early!” “Whatever you say.” Shrugged Spike, turning back to the enchanted board. “Who’s next?” Sweetie playfully stared at him. “Ehem.” Spike grinned, as he dramatically rolled his eyes. “Ehem what? The lid of the toilet? Did I left the empty bottle of milk on the fridge again?” Sweetie Belle put a hoof on her mouth, trying to hold back her laughing. But, she managed to pretend to be angry. “Ehem!” she insisted again. “Sweet Boss! What do you want, mare? What?” asked Spike. Finally, they both busted into laughing, as Spike the black and purple energy of chaos in his claws. Suddenly, all kinds of decorations appeared all over the Castle. Along with tables with all kinds of snacks, and bottles of all kind of drinks, from all brands. And, finally, huge speakers appeared all over the place, and started playing music. “Okay, we’re ready!” announced Spike. “I can always count with you.” smiled Sweetie, kissing him quickly. “So, this is your birthday, what do you want us to do?” Sweetie Belle made appear a microphone, and said: “Let’s get this party started!!” Everypony jumped from their seats, and went to the tables to fix themselves something to drink, or eat. Spike took the microphone too, and announced: “Wait! Before I forgot, the food on the red bowls is for dragons. You have been warned.” Snips and Diamond gulped, since the two of them were about to take something of one of those bowls. A ham and cheese roll. “And also,” continued the dragon. “I want to propose a toast, for the mare who always find a way to cheer us up, no matter what. And who have been a great part of our Team. Happy birthday, Sweetie! CHEERS!!” “Cheers!” said the others, in unison. As the party continued, some ponies started dancing, others simply chatted among each other. At first, Rarity was bored, and only spoke with Blue Blood, but, with time, more guests were coming, including her friends. The Bearers of Harmony sat together around a table, and began chatting happily. But, they weren’t the only ones. A lot of friends that the Team of Chaos have made with the years, showed up as well: the captains of the Lunar Guard, the Black Swordsman and the Lighting Flash, and their daughter Yui; the Princesses Celestia and Luna; Trixie and her son Pure Soul; Thunder Lane; Shining Armor and Cadence. Also, a few dragons: prince Magma and his bodyguards, Turmoil and Boiling; Celsia; Flammable; Kelvin; Steam; Charcoal, etc. Practically all their classmates from their month in Reptilia. Finally, Sonata. But, Spike kept her in human form to avoid trouble with Star Swirl. The Princesses joined the Bearers of Harmony, and started chatting. “Hey, Princess Luna!” called Rumble, as he joined the Bearers’ and Princesses’ group. “What are you drinking, milk? Come on, we have all kinds of liquors from all over the world. Try some!” “I can’t drink anything in my current state, I am sorry.” said Luna happily. “It is a shame, but, that’s how things are.” “Your current state? What do you mean, Princess Luna?” asked Twilight. Pipsqueak nuzzled with Luna. “You see, Luna and I are waiting family. We plan to get marry in a few months, to be as ready as we could to receive our foal.” “Your foal?” asked Celestia in disbelief. “Luna, are you pregnant?” “I just realized in my last medical checkup.” explained the blue alicorn. “We were planning to tell you soon.” Celestia nodded as an automat, frozen because of the surprise. This was certainly unexpected. “Whoa, congrats!” said Scoots joining in. “Dang it Pip, you won the love lottery.” “Yeah, you ended up with the crush of your childhood. Good for you!” said Rumble. “Thank you guys. I couldn’t believe that neither for a long time. But, I’m glad things end up like this.” said Pip, kissing Luna. “Me too.” smiled the Princess of the Night. “With a ‘bun in the oven’ there are a lot of preparations I should make, so, I’ll retire early from the party. But Pipsy can have fun.” “Thank you, darling.” said Pip, smiling at Luna. “But, I’ll let Black and Lighting in charge of you. Last time you went to party with your teammates, you made a huge mess in my carpet.” “I already told you I was sorry…” mumbled Pip. “Dude, how much you drank last time?” asked Scoots with a smirk. “I have no idea.” shrugged Luna. “But, he left with the rest of the guard at eleven o’clock in the morning, when his shift ended, and arrived home rally late.” “Nope, I arrived early. At three in the morning.” explained Pip. “Last thing I remember, I was dared to drink a shot of tequila. Then, Luna woke me with a bucket of cold water.” They all laughed. “It happened two years ago. And she doesn’t let me forget about that.” sighed Pip. It was when Celestia recovered from the shock, and glared at Pip. “You!” “What?” asked Pip, as he took a sip of his beer. “You stole my baby sist’s purity!” And she charged to the earth pony, but she stumbled with a stool, and hit her nose with the floor. “Ouch…” “What was that all about?” asked Rainbow Dash, with a chuckle. “Nothing, I wanted to act up a little.” explained the Princess, as she got back on fours, and smiled to Pipsqueak. “But, seriously, congratulations you two. I’m so happy.” “Hey, thanks, Princess Celestia.” smiled back Pipsqueak. “But, next time, don’t drink and drive… yourself crazy.” “Yeah, let the acting to the professionals.” recommended Blue Blood. “Hey!” interrupted Pinkie Pie, changing the subject. “Tell me, have you thought in any names?” “Well, we want to wait until him or her born, to see if we have a girl, or a boy.” explained Luna. “Then, we can think about names.” “Just as the old times.” giggled Applejack. The group made a toast in honor of the new foal. “Okay, if you excuse me, I am leaving.” said Luna. “I have paperwork, and nightmares to take care of. But have fun! And, Pip, be careful with the alcohol. Black and Lighting would keep an eye on you” Pip rolled his eyes, but nodded. “Yes mom. Thank you.” Luna smiled, and disappeared in a flash of light. “Get used to this, buddy. This is the married life.” giggled Scoots. “I guess so.” groaned Pipsqueak. “Take it easy, pal.” said Rumble, looking at the two Lunar Captains. “I don’t think those two are in conditions to watch you.” Effectively, the two warriors had in front of them three empty pint glasses each, and looked to each other to the eye. A bar-tender, especially hired for this occasion, put two new pints of beer in front of them, and add a tequila shot. The two warriors took the pint, and emptied it fast. “You cannot beat me, Lighting. I am the champion of drinking games.” “I can keep going the whole night, you don’t know what you’re getting into, Black!” The bartender rolled his eyes. He had been on the profession for enough years now, and had witnessed a lot of this games. And knew all-too-well that this wouldn’t end well. “Haven’t I tell you I had beat captain Heatcliff, back when I was a Knight of Blood?” provoked Lighting Flash. “You have no idea how the Sleeping Cats guild used to party.” answered Black Swordsman. The bartender rolled his eyes. On other room of the Castle, Prince Magma have reunited quite a large group: his former students, Celsia, Flammable, and Incendio; Dinky, Snips, Snails, Diamond Tiara, and Silver Spoon. Magma was shuffling three decks of cards, as he began to explain: “Okay, the game goes like this: we all take turns to flip a card. If you got an Ace, you take one shot. A two, two shots. A three, three shots. A four, you drink two, and give two. Five, six, seven, eight, nine, or ten; you take a pint of beer in ten seconds. Suite, Queen, or King, two beers in ten seconds each. Joker, you keep it, and can use it to pass a penalty. Are you ready?” “READY!” “Hey, dumbass!!” scolded Pina. “Those were your students, right?” “So? They’re all legally adults.” answered Magma. “Yeah, we know what we’re doing.” said Kelvin. “For now.” said Pina, crossing her arms. “Believe me, I’ve played this game before, and halfway through, none of you will remember what the hell you are playing.” “It is all part of the fun.” smirked Diamond Tiara. Pina grinned, and joined. “Okay, I play!” The music was playing loudly. “Hey Sweetie, wanna dance with me?” asked Spike. “Sure!” smiled the white unicorn. For them, dancing meant Sweetie standing on Spike’s claws, as he spin around with the music. It was true Spike could shrink at will, to a more manageable size, but they liked to dance like this. It was more fun. When the song ended, Spike held Sweetie closer to his face, and they kissed. “Care to join me for a second song?” “Not now. Right now I’m feeling more like…” Sweetie jumped from Spike’s claw, and took a microphone: “Karaoke!” She made appear a karaoke machine, and looked at Babs. “Hey, remember this one?” We don't need no education We don't need no thought control No dark sarcasm in the classroom Teachers leave them kids alone Hey! Teachers! Leave them kids alone All in all it's just another brick in the wall All in all you're just another brick in the wall We don't need no education We don't need no thought control No dark sarcasm in the classroom Teachers leave those kids alone Hey! Teachers! Leave those kids alone All in all you're just another brick in the wall Babs almost drowned with her ‘screwdriver’, and with her especial abilities, she instantly appeared aside Sweetie. “Really? What about this one?” she asked, angrily. My Little Pony (My Little Pony) Ah - ah - ah - ah (My Little Pony) I used to wonder what friendship could be (My Little Pony) Until you all shared its magic with me Big adventures Tons of fun A beautiful heart, faithful and strong Sharing kindness an easy feat And magic makes it all complete (My Little Pony) Do you know you're all my very best friends Babs ended, very proud of herself, as she looked at Sweetie, who was covering her ears. “I hate that song so much…” “And I hate Blue Floyd since that time. Go to Tartarus!” The two friends glared to each other, and laughed. When they looked around, they noticed that everyone, except for the Princesses, and the Bearers of Harmony, were covering their ears as well. That little song was annoying as hell. “Okay, next one who sings that damn song, will know me!” said angrily Sonata, as she swing menacingly a taco. “Let me show you how it’s done. As a Siren, I know a couple of things about good music!” But, as soon as she started, Boiling took the mic from her hands. “How dare you call yourself a Siren, human? Dang it, that was awful.” Sonata pouted. “Sorry, since my gem was destroyed, I can’t sing anymore. At least not in this form. Hey Spike, are you sure you can’t give me back my old self? Just as long as I’m here!” Trixie, who was next her, shook her head. “He can try, but, my grandpa would be here in less than you think. And you know what he would do to you.” Sonata was about to protest, but didn’t say anything. Meeting back the crazy magician was the last thing she wanted to do. Then, Trixie turned back her attention her son. “Okay Pure Soul, here you go.” said Trixie, giving the young stallion a glass of wine. “Be careful my dear, I don’t want you to get sick.” “Zanks, Tixi!” said Pure, taking the glass his mom was offering him. “And be more careful with these!” said Trixie, putting apart a bowl of gummies Pure was about to take. “You know you can’t eat sugar, dear.” Pure nodded furiously as he smiled to Trixie. Spike noticed this, and snapped his fingers. Then, he gave back the bowl to Trixie. “Here, now he can take them.” “Oh, thank you Spike.” Smiled Trixie. “As independent as he is, I always have to take care of small details like this.” “It happens, I guess.” shrugged Spike. “By the way, Pure, my old friend, I heard that you have a new job!” “Zecretary!” announced the young stallion, very proud of himself. “That’s the spirit, my friend.” congratulated the God of Chaos. “That’s the road of success!” Pure smiled, and took a sip of his wine. “Slowly, Pure.” warned Trixie. She knew that Pure Soul was a grown stallion, but she couldn’t help but being a little overprotective with him. “Oh, come on!” said Yui, as she approached. “Hey, Pure, can’t you tell your mom to chill out? This is a party, and not any party. A party of Chaos!” “More reason to keep an eye on him!” protested Trixie. “There have to be, at least, one responsible adult!” “We’re all adults here!” said Yui. “I know. But I said, a responsible one. Just look at your folks!” said the chief of the undercover police, as she aimed a hoof to the two captains. They still were on their drinking competition. “Okay, I give you that.” admitted Yui. “Besides, at your twenties, you’re not an adult. You’re a glorified teenager.” Yui had to agree with her. “You’re right. Pure, what about a karaoke duet?” proposed the girl. “Zure!” said the colt, jumping happily. And the two childhood friends ran to the karaoke machine. In the meantime, back to Magma’s game, Pina’s prediction were accurate: “Full house!” shouted Diamond, presenting her cards. “No, I don’t have more nines.” said the dragon Incendio. “Go fish!” Snips and Snails exchanged a look, and put their cards. “First, I’ll put this trap card!” “And I, summon the Dark Magician in attack mode. Magma grinded his teeth. “Do you really think that’s enough to win? Watch and cry, Draw four!” Pina put a few cards on the ‘graveyard’. “Okay, I guess I’ll just accumulate more Mana.” They all drank a shot. “Pst, Diamond, do not risk.” whispered Silver Spoon, cleaning her glasses. “Looking how high they’re betting, you better play wisely.” “Oh, Silver, you always watching my back!” said Diamond Tiara, kissing her friend’s cheek. “Get a room you two!” complained Flammable. “If you can’t stand it, go back to kindergarten.” said Silver, kissing Diamond Tiara again. This time a French kiss. Dinky rolled her eyes. “You two cannot have even a little alcohol without getting all sappy. It’s been the same since high school.” “So what?” asked Diamond, angrily. “At least I drink, and stay as a lesbian. Not like certain ‘straight’ mailmare I know.” Dinky put her cards aside. “Wanna fight?” “Bring it on!” “Twenty one! The house wins, everyone drinks!” shouted Celsia. And they all drank. Back to the Royal Family, and the Bearers of Harmony, they continued their chat. “And, as always, the new recruits from the Solar Guard keep challenging us.” said Pip. “Haven’t they learn anything? The Lunar Guard is invincible!” Shining groaned. “Yeah, I learned at the hard way, during the Military Games for the last thirteen years! For Boss’s sake, I have eternal youth, thanks to Cady! How’s that Black and Lighting keep sweeping the floor with me?” “Maybe because they train regularly at Aincrad?” suggested Pip. “I don’t know, I think that they still think as mercenaries, not as formal Royal Captains.” “Look at the bright side, Shiny.” said Cadence, with confidence. “The Lunar Guard is the strongest when it comes to attack. But, thanks to your tactics, the Crystal Guard is known for its invincible defense!” Shining smiled, proud. It was true. “Also, it could be worse.” added Celestia, as she fixed herself another drink. “You could be the Guard of Friendship.” “Not this again!” complained Twilight, frowning. “My Royal Guard its fine. They may be undisciplined, but, unlike other Princesses, I don’t actually need a Royal Guard. I know how to defend myself.” “Woooooooooooo!” shouted Blood, Shining, and Pipsqueak in unison. “And, let’s hurry to change the subject!” suggested Cadence, noticing her aunt was slightly drunk, and that subject was kind of delicate. Back with Sweetie and Spike, both of them resumed their ‘dance’ when Sweetie got bored with the karaoke. “Dude, careful!” complained Rumble, since he was dancing with Scoots. “Do not smash us!” “You got in my way, in my dancing floor.” Said Spike. “You two be careful!” “Go home, jackass. You’re drunk!” complained Scoots. “I am home.” “Oh, right. Maybe I am the one who’s a little drunk…” considered the orange pegasus. “You’re not the only one.” said Rumble, looking around. As he thought, the ones who were worse, were Magma’s group, and the two Lunar Guards. Unbelievably enough, those two kept going with their drinking competiton. “Okay, it’s time. Are you ready for the next step on our party?” asked Sweetie. Spike smiled, and charged the black and purple energy of Chaos. “Hey! I thought this wouldn’t end up in another confrontation between Harmony and Chaos!” complained Twilight. “Easy Twi, it’s not. Is just a little magic to cheer up our party.” said Spike, making appear a bottle. “This is hyper-charged with chaos. One single sip, and something funny would happen.” “And, it has a time effect, it won’t last more than ten minutes, promise.” added Sweetie Belle. “Okay then.” sighed Twilight, in defeat. “A’ was wondering when you were going to take that.” giggled Apple Bloom. “Just curious, what’s gonna do this to us?” asked Prince Magma, approaching. “Take a shot and find out.” warned Spike. Magma shrugged. “Okay, give me some. This would be a nice change, since we don’t know what the hell are we playing anymore.” “I warned you.” said Pina, from a couch. “That game is dangerous!” Magma shrugged, and drank the shot Spike was offering him. In a flash of black and purple light, the earth dragon turned into a minotaur. “Unexpected. What if I want to change again?” “Either wait for the spell to wear off, or drink another shot.” explained Sweetie Belle. “You will never know into what you would change!” said Spike, taking a sip on his own. He turned into a draconequus. “Except if you’re one of us, of course!” Apple Bloom grinned, and drank a shot as well, turning into a gryphon. “Neat!” “It seems fun, let me try some!” said Celestia, taking a sip. In a flash of light, she turned into an earth pony. “What? Aren’t we supposed to switch species?” “Hey, chance its chance auntie.” said Blue Blood trying some as well. He turned into a Serpent Dragon, and looked at Magma. “Okay, how are Serpent Dragons different from the rest of you?” “Magic.” explained Magma. “Serpent dragons are the equivalent to unicorns.” “Huh…” “I don’t care as long as I’m still a carnivore.” said Pina, taking a shot as well, looking at Sweetie Belle to the eye. “Cheers, youngster. Happy birthday, and remember, you owe me the story of your first heat together!” Sweetie Belle blushed furiously, as the dragoness turned into a manticore. “Okay, not what I was expecting, but at least eats meat. Who haves the sausages wrapped in bacon?” Sweetie Belle rolled her eyes, and turned into an alicorn, after she took a shot on her own. Twilight giggled at this, and tried the drink as well. She turned into a zebra. Rarity tried some as well, and turned into a Buffalo. “Hey! I look fat!” complained the former unicorn. “Is just a joke, you can try taking another shot.” suggested Twilight. Fluttershy decided to try some as well, and turned into an aerial dragoness. Pina smirked evilly, and offered Fluttershy the plate of sausages. “Aren’t you the one who pukes when see us eating meat? What about now, can I tempt you with something?” “NO!” shouted Fluttershy, escaping from the smell (that was unbelievably good in her new form), as fast as she could. “More for me!” shrugged Pina, stuffing her mouth with more meat. “Was that really necessary?” scolded Spike. “Yeah! Not only I’m a little tipsy, but also, every time she faints at the seeing of meat, she insults me, and my family tradition. This is for the honor of all ‘maestros parrilleros’ from all over Draguentina!” Spike rolled his eyes, but didn’t say anything. He knew it was pointless to argue with a drunken person. Instead, he offered a shot to Pipsqueak. “What about you, Pip? You can drink Princess Luna’s for her.” The young soldier grinned. “Let’s see how it works on me!” In a flash of black and purple light, Pip grew to twice Celestia’s height, his torso turned muscular, and anthropomorphic, and his rear stayed equine, but grew big and powerful as well. Finally, two enormous horns appeared over his horn. He have turned into a strange version of Lord Tirek. “Okay, this is impressive!” “It’s my turn!” said Sonata, taking the bottle from Pip. She drank her shot, and waited. She smiled when her human body turned large, and reptilian, with two wings growing from her back. And she got happier when she understood those weren’t wings, but fins. She have turned into a siren again. “I can’t believe it! Who haves the microphone! I want to sing!” “Sonata, drink another shot!” tried to warn her Spike. “Come on Spike, I am a normal siren, not like the old time. Come on, let me sing one song, just one song!” Spike sighed. “If Mister Swirl walks in, I’m not responsible!” “THANK YOU SPIKE!” Sonata flew to the karaoke machine, and began to sing happily. A few seconds later, an alarm resounded all over the Castle, followed by the sound of something falling. And finally, a cursed word. “Luckily we installed an alarm.” mumbled Babs. Trixie sighed, and she called Pure. “Hey Pure, help me with your great-grandfather, please!” The young colt smiled happily, and trotted aside his mom, who went to receive the crazy old magician. He appeared, all covered in peanut butter, and jelly. “I should see this coming. Sorry for irrupting in your home, young Spike. But, I think an extremely annoying creature have come to visit.” “Hey, grandpa!” said Trixie. “Yes, she’s here. But she’s behaving. Look, she’s just goofing around.” Star Swirl stared at the siren, and frowned. “I do not trust her!” “The dangerous were the others, she’s an okay girl. We promise.” said Rumble. “Yeah, take it easy and join us.” said Spike, as he offered the magician the chaotic liquor. “Come on, drink something.” Sweetie Belle raised an eyebrow, doubtful. “Are you sure, Spike? I mean, Mister Swirl is really old, and I don’t think drinking that would do any good to him.” Star Swirl crossed his hooves, offended. “Do you know what is the secret of longevity is, kid? Living your life as you were born screaming, and covered in your mother’s blood. Do you think I’ve lasted this long just studying? On the contrary, I owe my longevity more to the fun I’ve had, than my knowledge.” “Yeah, we all know what too much knowledge can do to you.” agreed Trixie. “Just give me that thing!” said the old wizard, taking the bottle from Spike. After a sip, directly from the bottle, he began to melt, and turning green. Finally, he transformed into a being made out of jelly. “Oh, a predator slime! I haven’t see one of these in a while!” The party continued, getting wilder, and memorable as any other party before. At some point, Spike decided to freeze the swimming pool, and organize an ice-skating competition. Even changed the water slide into a snow-ramp, so anyone could have fun in the snow. “Huh, Flurry would love this.” smiled Cadence. “Yes, but I wouldn’t bring her here, not until she turns eighteen!” added Shining. “Amen!” agreed the pink alicorn. Twilight, who have turned into a human after a shot, couldn’t help but laugh. “Spike isn’t that irresponsible. She would be okay.” Cadence scratched her head worriedly. “If you say so… but I’m still a little worried, with all this drunken people.” “Yeah, we’ve reached the point where everyone is acting the same, despite the age difference.” added Shining. “And the fact that most of us does not age, make this look more like a random sorority party.” Rarity, who was in a corner, began to cry loudly. “OH RIGHT, WE DO NOT AGE! MY SWEET SWEETIE, SHE’S ABOUT TO BECOME ONE OF US! IT’S NOT FAIR, I COULDN’T CONVINCE HER!! STUCK FOREVER AT TWENTY THREE!” Blue Blood made an exasperated sigh. “Take it easy Rarity!” “I CAAAAAAAAAAAAAAN’T!!” “Darling, you had drink too much! Sorry about this!” said the former leader of the Secret Service. He casted a sleeping spell over Rarity, and she fall asleep. With relief, Blue Blood placed a blanket over her. “Easy!” Sweetie Belle, who have been watching Rarity carefully from a while, noticed this, and nodded: “Okay, we can do it now.” she said to Spike. “How did you knew she’ll drink to this point?” asked the God of Chaos. “I know my sister. Anyway. EVERYONE, IT’S CAKE TIME!” Everyone gathered around the couple. And, soon enough, Sweetie Belle made appear a giant cake. Pinkie Pie made it especially for this occasion, with four layers, and a huge image that represented Sweetie in her form of Chaos, made of fondant. “Are you ready?” asked Sweetie Belle. “Shall we wake up Rares?” suggested Applejack. “Of course not! I’ve listened to her complains the whole day. Now that she passed out, I won’t waste this chance!” The rest shrugged, and began to sing: Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday, dear Sweetie Belle, happy birthday to you!!” “Make a wish, Sweetie!” encouraged her Spike. Sweetie smiled happily, and blew the candles. The effect was immediate. The candles’ flames turned purple, and surrounded Sweetie. The Agents of Chaos observed, as Sweetie absorbed the purple flames, and finally, the image of a clock appeared above her. The clock suddenly stopped, and disappeared instantly. It was done, Spike have stopped Sweetie’s time forever and ever. Or, until Spike stopped being a God of Chaos. “Sorry Rarity.” said Sweetie Belle, looking at her sleeping sister. “But this is my choice. I’ll stay with Spike forever. And with you, of course. I will not regret this, I promise.” Rarity snored in response. “Promise me ya’ won’t do this to me when yer’ turn to become immortal comes. A’ want to be at yer’ side when it happens.” said Applejack to Apple Bloom. “Alright. Ya’ don’t have that much trouble with that like Rarity.” “A’ don’t like it, but at least A’ respect yer’ decisions. Ya’ know what ya’ want.” Thirty seconds of uncomfortable silence later, Sweetie took her form of Chaos, and called: “ISN’T THIS SUPPOSED TO BE A PARTY?! LET’S CELEBRATE UNTIL DAWN!!” And, of course, the party continued. … Far, far away, in ‘certain’ offices, certain Being revised the last details for His employee’s project. The employee was sitting on a chair, petting her rock as it was some kind of cat. “So?” asked Maud. “Approved. Start as soon as possible. You have all the potential of a sociopath.” “I am a sociopath.” answered Maud, dryly. The Other One smiled. “I know. Go now. What are you waiting for?” Without a word, Maud went out of the office. The Other One watched her leaving, as his smile grew wider. This would be interesting to watch. As always, simple chaos was nothing compared with the destruction and mayhem. “You haven’t see that yet, right kid? The power of my employees.” … It was the dawn of a new day. But, this time, the Sun was raised by Luna. Celestia wasn’t on her best condition. “Turn off that damn light!” complained the white alicorn, covering her head with what she thought it was a blanket. “Watch it! That’s my tail!” complained somepony. Celestia tilted her head, confusedly. “Oh, Shining Armor.” “Huh… Princess Celestia. Where are we?” The two of them took a good look around, realizing they were on the Castle’s roof. “How did we ended up here?” asked Celestia. “I don’t know, last thing I remember, I was trying to… to do what, exactly? Geez, I blacked out.” “Me too.” Complained Celestia. “How much did we drink last night?” “It had to be a lot.” Mumbled Shining. “Princess, do you remember when you shaved half of your mane?” “WHAT?!” asked Celestia in horror, passing a hoof over her head. As Shining told her, half of her head was completely bold. Then, Shining took a good look of himself, noticing he was wearing a dress, and make-up. “Dang it!” Then, they looked down, realizing they weren’t the only ones who had a wild night. Spike was sleeping over the snack table, aside the swimming pool. Someone had written all over his body with a silver-colored permanent marker. “Great, but, I should see it coming!” In the living room, sleeping as big as he was, Prince Magma was all covered in whipped cream, with his horns painted green. In the pool, they found the siren called Boiling, floating, with Sonata (in human form) snoring over his belly. Sweetie Belle and Rarity were both asleep, under the pool table, and both surrounded by mouse-traps. “What the hay happened last night?”