//------------------------------// // Chapter 37: First Day of School // Story: Children of Harmony // by Pinkie Pie Sweets //------------------------------// On a sunny day, Twilight is walking with Ame, Yuki, and is carrying Tsubasa to the school. Today, it's Ame and Yuki's first day of school, and the twins are very excited. They also can't wait for them to go to the same school as their friends are. They hope that the school will be just as nice as their old school back in Japan. Twilight looks to see that Ame is having a lot of fun kicking his soccer ball around. Twilight says in concern, "Ame, be careful while kicking the soccer ball around." "I will. I'm just practicing my soccer tricks," Ame replies while kicking the ball. "Ame, try not to show off again," Yuki replies. "You worry too much sis. Only mom and sis can tell us," Ame remarks. "Ame, be nice to you sister, and try not to get yourselves into trouble while at school," Twilight firmly replies. "We won't," Ame and Yuki reply. After some time walking down in Ponyville, they have arrived at the school so they can start on their first day. While the twins will be at school, Twilight is going to be with her friends and do some shopping. So after dropping the twins off, and saying their goodbyes, Ame and Yuki walk inside the school to start the day. Ms. Cheerilee and all of the other students are already inside, ready to start the day. Also this will be the beginning of the new school year. When all the students have been seated down, it's time to begin the first day of class. "Good morning students. My name is Ms. Cheerilee and I will be your teach for this year," Ms. Cheerilee says with a smile. "Good morning Ms. Cheerilee," The students reply with a smile. "Now, since some of you are new to my class I would like to start off we introducing ourselves to the class," Ms. Cheerilee replies. Then she says, "We'll be starting with our newest students. Ame and Yuki Hinata, will you all introduce yourselves to the class, and tell them a little bit about yourselves." Ame and Yuki gets up from their seats so they can introduce themselves to the class. Ame starts his introduction saying, "Hello, my name is Ame Hinata. I like playing different sports, especially soccer, playing video games, and like to read mysteries books." Then Yuki says, "My name is Yuki Hinata. I like drawing including cloth idea. I also love snow, flowers, sea shells, and I love to read fun fantasy books." "Very good students, now let's move on to the next of our students to introduce to the class," Ms. Cheerilee says with glee. For the rest of the morning, all of the students introduce themselves to the class. Ame and Yuki are glad that their friends are in their class and they get to make new ones. However, there is one student who is not impressed by the twins. The student is a young earth colt who has white fur, orange eyes, and dark brown mane and tail. His cutie mark a red lighting bolt that is shooting out from a black cloud. He doesn't seek to like how they are getting the attention here. Later that day, Ame, Yuki, and their friends are outside having their lunch, and then they're going to play a game of soccer. They are having a wonderful lunch, until someone comes over and interrupt their picnic. The pony is the same on that has been giving Ame and Yuki the uncomfortable look. Yuki looks confused and says, "Um hello," "Red Lighting, what are you doing here?" Rainbow Prism asks looking annoyed. "Nothing much, just want to say hello to the new freaks of the school," Red Lighting says with a smirk on his face. Yuki looks a bit angry and angrily asks, "Hey what do you mean by freaks?!" "I mean you and your twin brother, what kind of weird creatures are you. I can't tell if your a pony or something else," Red Lightning say with a smirk on his face. "We humans for your information. You wouldn't know about them since they don't exist here and do an the world our family came from," Ame explains firmly. "That's right," Yuki replies. "Yeah. They're new to Equestria so try to be nice to them," Gentle Wind says. "They also happen to be the niece and nephew of Princess Cadance and Shining Armor," Rainbow Prism says with anger. "They also happen to be the children of Twilight Sparkle. Our mothers old friend, so you better treat them with respect," Silver Dragon adds. "Whatever. If you ask me Equestria just ended up with two more freaks here," Red Lightning says with annoyance. He then start to walk away and says, "I'll see you weirdos later." After Red Lighting leave the group, Ame, Yuki, and their friends are showing annoyed and angry faces at him. Gentle Wind, Rainbow Prism, and Silver Dragon are familiar with this. Ame and Yuki don't know why that young colt is giving them a hard time and saying their freaks or something. "What was that about?" Yuki asks. "Yeah. Why was he being so rude to us?" Yuki asks in anger. "That colt is Red Lighting. He's supposed to be the younger brother of Gold Brick. And their family are one of the richest ponies in Ponyville," Silver Dragon explains. "Don't worry about Red Lightning, he uses to make fun of me and my brother for being different," Rainbow Prism replies. Ame looks the others and says, "Yeah, but you don't used to live in another world where our kind don't exist here." "You do got a point," Gentle Wind replies. Then Ame grabs his ball and says, "Let's just ignore him and play some soccer." "I'm in for a game," Silver Dragon says, happy to play a game of soccer. After finishing their lunch, they start to go and play some soccer before lunch is over. As they play, Ame is doing very good at the game, so good that some of the student either watch him play or join him so they can play. Yuki is busy drawing some pictures with her note book she has brought with her and her friends love her drawing. However, Red Lighting and two of his friends are the only one who is not joining the crowd. He doesn't like how the twin are getting the attention. In fact, he doesn't seem to like Ame and Yuki at all. After school is over, Ame and Yuki are at home and are happy to be greeted by their mother, baby brother, and older sister. After that, they decide to sit down in the living room to talk about their day in school. Ame and Yuki seem very chipper to talk to their mother and sister about their first day at school "So how was your first day at school?" Twilight asks with a smile. "Our first day was great!" Ame says happily. "We get to play with our friends," Yuki replies. "We had loads of fun with them, but this one student Red Light called us freaks," Ame says looking a bit concern about bringing up that detail "He did!" Twilight asks with concern. Yuki nods her head and says, "Yeah. I don't think he likes us very much." "Well, the best thing to do is try to ignore him and not to think about it," Twilight replies. "And what if that doesn't work?" Ame asks. "Then tell Ms. Cheerilee about it. She'll be able to do something if he starts to bug you," Sakura suggests. "Okay," the twins answers, agreeing with their sister's suggestion. Then Ame asks, "So Sakura, how was your teaching with Princess Celestia?" "It went good, but there were some spell that are bit of a struggle," Sakura answers. "What kind of spell is that?" Yuki asks. "One of them is to teleport myself to farther distance, transformation spells, and some of them involves dark magic," Sakura explains. Yuki spin starts to shiver as she says, "How come I feel shivers when you mention dark magic." "Because they can be evil, wrong, and dangerous," Ame answers. Sakura hugs Yuki and says, "Don't worry Yuki, Princess Celestia wouldn't train me to use them if they're not safe and that I'm unable to control them. Yuki think that Sakura has a point and says, "I guess you're right." "Maybe we should start making some dinner," Twilight replies. "Think that sounds like a good idea," Sakura answers. "Yeah. I'm kind of hungry," Ame replies. Agreeing to the idea, Sakura, and Yuki help their mother to make dinner, while Ame is busy babysitting and playing with Tsubasa. During the rest of the time, the family has been relaxing and having a quiet evening. Ame and Yuki have a good time at school, but don't appreciate Red Lighting making fun to them like that. They know that if he causes trouble, he'll be in trouble. The next day, Ame and Yuki are at school and are at their lunch break. Rainbow Prism and Silver dragon has something they want to show Ame. It's also going to be something he is going to live. The twin young colts, is showing Ame a flier for a soccer tryout for after school today. Ame seems very excited about it, since he loves playing soccer more than anything. Ame says with excitement. "I can't believe there's going to be a soccer tryout after school today." "We know you will like it, since you love to play soccer and that you're so good at it…" Rainbow Prism says. "We think you should tryout for the school soccer team," Silver Dragon adds. Ame seems very excited that the school is having soccer tryouts. Yuki can see that her twin brother is very happy about the soccer tryouts and that he will be able to play soccer too. Yuki smiles and says, "You should totally try out, Ame. I know you're going to be on the team with no problem." Ame starts to think about the idea of trying out for the team. He loves soccer more than anything. He's also very good at it back at his home town. He's thinking maybe he should give the soccer team a try. He turns to his friends and sister, and says, "Sounds very cool .I think I will like to try out." Gentle Wind giggles a bit and says, "We knew you would like to tryout. I'm sure you'll be a great soccer player." After they finish with their second day of school, Ame, Yuki, and their friends walk over to the soccer field so Ame can try out for the team, and the others can watch. Ame and Yuki are amazed to see how the soccer field looks. It kind of looks like the soccer field they have at home, only it's more greener and the goals looks a bit different. "Wow, the soccer field looks very different from what we have at school!" Yuki says with amazement. "Yeah. It more fresh and has a lot of grass than the one back at home," Ame replies. Then Silver Dragon says, "So, should we start practicing before the coach comes?" "That will be a good idea because it's a good way to kick the freaks flank," A familiar voice comes out. Ame, Yuki, and the others turn to see where the voice is coming from. When they done that, they are shocked to see Red Lighting and his two friends, Space Cadet and Solar Energy are here too. They figure the reason they are here is either to try out for the team or to insult them some more. "Red Lighting! What are you and your friends going here?" Silver Dragon asks in an annoyed one. "We're here to tryout for the soccer team, but it seems that one of you freaks wants to tryout as well," Red Lighting answers. "Now Red, there's nothing in the rules saying that Ame can't try out," Gentle Wind says waving a frustrated look on her face. Then Yuki says, "Yeah. My brother was the best soccer player at my old school and he was captain on it too." "Really now. Then let's see if freaky flyboy can prove it. Unless he's too afraid to take me on," Red Lighting says sounding confident. Ame looks at Red Lighting with a serious look and says, "I'm not the one to back out of a challenge, and when I'm finished, you going to see what skills I really have for what you call a freak." With that, Ame start to kick his ball of the soccer field so he can reach the goal, but Red Lighting and two of his friends are not going to making easy for him. In fact, the odds are Ame is going to have a difficult time since he's playing against three colts. However, Ame seems to be doing fine with the number of players he's again. Yuki and the others are watching the game from the benches, even though Ame is playing good, this game is a three against one. "Hey, that's three against one!" Gentle wind says. "Yeah. That's not fair!" Yuki replies in anger. Silver Dragon gets off the benches and says, "Come on Prism, Ame needs some help." "Right," Rainbow Prism agrees to the idea. After the agreement, Rainbow Prism, and Silver Dragon run to the field so they can help Ame play the game. Ame sees that Silver Dragon is open, so he kicks the ball towards him. With that, Silver dragon is able to kick the ball to the goal. Ame, Rainbow Prism, and Silver give each other fist/hoof bumps. Red lighting angrily asks, "Hey who says that you can be in the game?!" "No one says it has to be three against one," Silver Dragon angrily replies. "Besides, it wouldn't be right of us to let Ame play against you jerks by himself," Rainbow Prism adds. "Fine, but you all are still going to lose," Space Cadet says. "Yeah. We can take you three on," Solar Energy replies. "Don't bet on it," Silver Dragon says. At that, the two small teams start to play hard in the soccer game. From the looks of it, Ame has amazing soccer skill, and he manages to help his teammates as good as he can. With great soccer skills and good teamwork, Red Lighting and his team are trying their best to catch up to them. It's obvious that Ame has good potential to be a great soccer player and a good teammate. As the game is going on, Rainbow Dash, Twilight who is carrying Tsubasa, Rarity, and Fluttershy arrive at the soccer field. When they reach the field, Rarity and Twilight can see that their sons are playing a game of soccer with Red Lighting and the other boys. They have no idea what is going on, but they are going to find out. Twilight comes up to the girls and asks, "What's going on?" "Yes. Why in Equestria are the boys doing with those colts," Rarity asks. "Ame wants to try out for the soccer team, but Red Lighting and his friends what's to Ame to show them what he can do." Yuki explains. "Silver and Prism decide to step in some wouldn't have to face those bullies alone," Gentle Wind adds. Rarity is rather impressed by her sons action. She can understand that they have become good friends with Ame and feels that they are in this together. She feels very proud of them for doing that for Ame. As she and the others look at the soccer field, they can see that Ame and his team are playing very good, and are able to get pass the three bullies. Rainbow Dash says with amazement, "Wow Twilight, your son is really good." "I know. When we used to like in Okinawa, he was the captain of his soccer team," Twilight replies with a smile. "He was?" Fluttershy surprisingly asks. "He was, and he's also has good sportsmanship. In a way, he definitely someone you should of on a sport team. He does other sports, but soccer is his true passion," Twilight explains. Rainbow and the others look at the soccer field and see that Twilight is right. Ame is not only a great soccer play, he's also have good meaning of being a good sport. Throughout the game, Ame has help Prism, and Silver, and has been teaching them the soccer moves as they play. Ame also show off some impressive moves like kicking the ball in a curve, hitting the ball on his head, and another soccer moves. "I'd say he's definitely should be on the team," Rainbow Dash says looking impressed. As the final minute of the clock, Ame knows that they have one more shot so they can win the game. Silver passes the ball to Prism. He kicks the ball until he is close to the goal, but is surrounded by the other team. Just then he kicks the ball hard and far. Ame knows there is only one way to get the ball to the goal to end the game. He jumps up and is able to kick the ball hard and it curves around Red Lighting and Space Cadet. The ball curves far enough to go into the goal. Ame falls with his back on the ground, but knows he accomplish kicking the ball to the goal. After receiving the last goal, Ame and his team have won the soccer game. They give each other a fist-/hoof bump for their excellent teamwork and good play. Red Lightning and his friends are not happy that they lost, and they're really not happy that they lost to Ame and his friends. Red Lighting come to them with an angry look and says, "Hey! I didn't say you three can beat me!" "We won the game fair and square, and it shows that Ame not only got good skills but good sportsmanship," Silver Dragon says with a serious look. "Who ask you?!" Red Lighting says with furry. Before Red Lighting can do anything, a familiar raspy voice says, "Hey!" The young boy and colts turn to see Rainbow Dash coming towards them. She doesn't look very happy about what she is seeing right now. When she reach them, she decides to give them a good lecture. "That is not the way for you boys to behave. Ame and his team won the game fair and square." Rainbow Dash says. Red Light acts like he isn't paying attention and says, "Whatever. I doubt the coach will le the two legged freak play on the team, even if he does play good against that." "I doubt that because I'm the coach for the soccer team this year, until the real coach come," Rainbow announces. The young colts are surprised to hear that Rainbow is helping coach the soccer team this year. Since she's a great athlete, she seems to be eligible to coach the soccer team. Then Rainbow Dash says, "I seen all of you play and gotta admit, you all show great soccer skills, especially you Ame." "Me? Ame questionably replies. Rainbow Dash nods her head and says, "Yeah. You mother told me that you not only have great sports skills but you also have good sportsmanship. A good soccer player needs to be tough, determine, and always a good athlete for their tem. You showed that you got all of it." Ame looks surprised and asks, "Does that mean I'm on the team." "Of course you are, I've been waiting to see what cool moves you've got since I saw you kicking the ball around." Rainbow Dash answers. After hearing it, Ame, his friends, and his sister cheer for his chance to play on the soccer team. Red Lighting and his friends aren't taking this well, so they decide to leave the soccer field. Ame is so excited that he didn't not something that appeared on his cheek. Just then, Rainbow Dash notice that, and decide to tell him before he starts to play. "Now before you all start practice some more, there's' something you need to see," Rainbow Dash says. "What is it?" Ame asks curiously. Rainbow Dash chuckles for a bit and says, "Take a good look on your right cheek." Everyone is a bit confused of what Rainbow Dash is talking about. When they look on Ame's right cheek and and are very surprised and shock to see what it is. Ame is looking a bit confused and wonder what he has that is making everyone surprised. "What, do I have something on your face?" Ame asks looking confused." Yuki breaks the silence and says, "Ame, you got your cutie mark.? "Huh!" Ame says, looking surprised Rarity levitate a mirror so Ame can see what is on his face. He is very shocked to see that he definitely has a cutie mark now. His cutie mark is a soccer ball that looks like it's making a curve kick, around the ball and curve, there are raindrops on it, which represent his name. Ame surprisingly says, "Wow, my cutie mark looks so cool." "And that shows you will always be a soccer player," Rainbow Dash says. With that, Yuki, and the other star to cheer happy that Ame finally has his cutie mark, and knows what his special talent is. Yuki feels very happy that now her brother has his cutie mark, along with her sister and mother. Yuki can't wait to see what her special talent is. Twilight feels very proud of her son for earning his mark. Who knows what else her children will be experiencing in Equestria. And how much her children will grow like living in a world filled with magic. She just need to wait and see what else is going on in her children's lives.