The two pegasus stallions flew into the air and began kicking, ramming, and dive bombing each other. Clay could only stay on the ground and watch as the fighting continued.
“What the hell is your problem?! He’s just a kid!” The mysterious stallion shouted as he ducked.
“That “kid” upset the natural balance of pony kind! He has inflicted the greatest insult one can to a pegasus!”
“Well whatever he did to insult you I’m sure it’s not worth committing murder over!”
“You are a sympathizer! Just like that Rainbow Dash and that simpleton Derpy!” Sky Blazer made a lunge at the stallion and missed as he swerved out of the way. As the stallion looked around he saw that Sky Blazer was nowhere to be seen and the rain and lightning made it harder for him to see.
“Behind you!” Clay shouted. The stallion looked up to see Sky Blazer dive towards him hitting him in the chest and sending the stallion crashing to the ground. Sky Blazer landed on top of the stallion and prepared to finish him off a mad look in his eyes as he started raising a hoof.
“Run kid!” The stallion shouted. Sky looked to Clay smiling wickedly.
“Yes run! It won’t do you any good!” He then turned his attention back to the stallion and prepared to stomp on his head. The stallion shut his eyes awaiting his end.
*BANG*
A loud clap of thunder was heard making Clay go deaf for a few seconds. But he still could see, and what he saw was a bolt of lightning shoot from a nearby cloud and strike Sky Blazer. Sky stood there frozen and then slowly began to tip before collapsing to the ground as smoke emitted from a large scorch mark on his back.
Clay and the stallion looked at the smoking body that was once Sky Blazer and they both slowly approached him.
“Is…is he…?” The stallion nodded.
“Yes. He’s gone.” Clay craned his neck to see the lifeless eyes of the stallion that had tried to kill him. He shuddered at the thought that he almost died. Or maybe it was because he was soaked to the bone.
“Are you okay?” Clay asked looking to the pony that had saved him.
“I’ll live.” He replied “Which is more than I can say for that psycho.” He looked to the colt “What about you? He didn’t hurt you did he?”
“Just a sore throat.” They both chuckled. The stallion saw Clay shiver and remembered that it was still raining.
“How about I walk you home.” Clay nodded and began trotting beside his rescuer.
“Thanks for saving me.” Clay said as they walked.
“Don’t mention it.” The stallion replied.
“No, I mean it. If you hadn’t come when you did…”
“I said don’t mention it.” The stallion said again smiling slightly. Clay smiled at the pegasus starting to feel safe again.
“Hey I didn’t get your name.” Clay said.
“Names Comet Blaze. But you can call me Comet.” The stallion replied.
“I’m Clay.” Comet smiled.
“Nice to meet you Clay.” The introductions finished the two ponies continued walking “So…you want to tell me what that was about?”
“It’s a long story. I just want to go home.” Clay replied glumly. Comet decided not to press the matter and walk silently next to Clay.
“If you don’t mind me asking what were you doing out here?” Clay asked.
“I was just making my way to the nearest town when I heard a scream. I thought somepony needed my help.” Out of the corner of his eye Clay noticed Comet glancing at him.
“Why do you keep looking at me like that?”
“Sorry. It’s just uh…you remind me of somepony I used to know that’s all.”
“Who?”
“Somepony who has been gone from my life for a long time.” Comet replied sadly.
“I’m sorry.” Comet shook his head.
“It’s old news. I’m trying to move on.”
They didn’t talk for the rest of the walk to Ponyville wanting to respect each other’s privacy. Soon they came upon the quiet town and made their way to Clay’s home. As they approached the front of the house the front door opened and a rainbow blur came rushing out, and Clay soon found himself in his mother’s tight embrace.
“Oh thank Celestia you’re safe Clay!” She began peppering his face with kisses “I was so worried when you didn’t come back and the storm hit.”
“Mom, I’m fine relax!” Clay grumbled slightly embarrassed. Rainbow stopped and noticed the bruise around Clay’s neck.
“Who did this to you?! I want a name!” She shouted her temper rising.
“It…it was Sky Blazer.” Dash’s eyes narrowed and there was a murderous look in them.
“Where is that bastard? I’ll kill him!” Clay and Comet gave shifty glances.
“I don’t think you have to worry about him anymore Mrs.?”
“It’s Miss Rainbow Dash. And who the hay are you?” Dash pulled Clay in closer as if trying to shield him from Comet.
“ His name Is Comet Blaze mom. He’s the one who saved me. He’s cool.” Dash looked at Comet eying him suspiciously.
“Well thank you for saving my son. But I’ll be the one to decide who is cool to be around my son.” Comet chuckled.
“I understand Rainbow Dash. I’m just glad I was there.” Dash released Clay and turned to Comet.
“Thank you.”
“Don’t mention it.” Comet replied.
“Hey Comet. Am I going to see you again?” Clay asked hopeful.
“Well I’m going to be staying here for a few days so yeah I’d imagine so.”
“Great! I can show you around!” Comet chuckled at the colt’s enthusiasm.
“That sounds great Clay.” Dash moved to Clay's side.
“Alright now get inside and dry off before you get sick.” Clay looking slightly disappointed headed back inside.
“Hey Rainbow Dash. Do you know where the closest inn is? I can really use a room?”
“The horse shoe inn is the closest one in town. Just say my name and they’ll give you a discount.”
“Thanks.” Comet turned to leave.
“Comet.” He turned to look at Dash “Thank you for saving Clay. But don’t think for a second that means that I won’t be watching you. Got it?” Dash threatened.
“Yeah…I’ve got it.” Dash gave him one last glare and then trotted back into her home. As Comet walked to the inn he couldn’t help but think of Clay “That kid…he seems so familiar…he almost reminds me of…” He shook his head “No! You swore that you would never think of that day again! You know what that leads to.” Comet feeling slightly depressed made his way inside the inn. He mentioned Rainbows name and was given a discount and a room. He walked to his temporary living space and dried off before getting settled into his bed. His mind turned to Clay once more before shutting his eyes and getting some much needed rest.
“You will see me again Clay. I’d like to learn more about you.” Comet thought to himself before entering the dark void of sleep.