//------------------------------// // Chapter 4: Hanging Out at Sugarcube Corner // Story: The Diamond & The Dragon Warrior // by AmethystMajesty25 //------------------------------// Monday Sugarcube Corner 2:30 PM As another school day has ended, Beryl decided to drove off to Sugarcube Corner to grab himself a smoothie and chill until he’s ready to leave. He stood in front of the counter to see Mrs. Cake, working as usual. Mrs. Cake: Hi Beryl, how’s your day today? Beryl Fury: It’s good, just need to refresh that’s all.” *stretches his back* Mrs. Cake: Well that’s good to hear. Anyways, what would you like to order? Beryl Fury: I’ll have the usual as always. One strawberry milkshake please. Mrs. Cake: Strawberry milkshake coming right up. Mrs. Cake went to put the strawberries into the blender and poured milk in it. After a couple of minutes of waiting, she gave me the smoothie and in exchange, he gave her three bucks for a smoothie. Once that’s done, he thanked her and went to take his seat on the table. He pulls ha comic book out of his bag and put it on the table to read while drinking his milkshake. As he was enjoying myself, behind him were the Rainbooms as they arrived to hang out as well. They were all chatting and talking about girl stuff and other things. Sometimes, he just don’t understand girls. Some minutes later, while he was focusing on the tablet while drinking my milkshake, Rarity came by and sat across from him. Rarity: Why hello Barry. Beryl Fury: Huh? *stops reading and sees Rarity. Beryl Fury (in thoughts): I wonder what she’s doing here. Beryl Fury: *stutters* Oh, Rarity. Hi there. I uhh... I didn’t know that you’re coming here. What’s up? Rarity: I noticed that you were here so I came by to chat with you. Beryl Fury: Okay. I’m guessing that your friends put you up to this, right? Rarity: *bluffs* What? Pfft, no, they would never do that to me. The Rainbooms: *sighs* Phew. Beryl Fury: Well then, what is it? Rarity: I was wondering if you can tell me more about yourself Barry, darling. Beryl Fury: I was thinking the same thing and I want to learn more about you, your friends, and your family. Rarity: Really? That sounds fabulous. Two minds think alike. Right? Beryl Fury: Yeah, exactly. Beryl Fury & Rarity: *chuckles* Rarity: Well I’m glad that we both can agreed on something. Beryl Fury: *nods* Rarity: So Barry, where does your dad work at? Beryl Fury: Well, my dad works as a professional wrestler. He’s traveling around the world wrestling other competitiors and he calls himself, “The Majestic Prince of Pain.” Rarity: Oh, that sounds interesting. However, I’m not a fan of sports that involves violence. Beryl Fury: It’s alright Rarity, I understand. Rarity: Your brother? Beryl Fury: Now for my little brother, he is the little troublemaker of my family. Rarity: That’s nice. Rainbow works at that place too. Beryl Fury: *smiles* Really? Rarity: *nods* Mmhmm. Beryl Fury: That’s awesome. Rarity: Do you have a sister? Beryl Fury: No. Rarity: Okay then, ho Beryl Fury: As for my mom, she works at a jewelry store, just a couple of blocks from here. Not only that, whenever she also works in the back of the store to make any kind of jewelry whether if it’s necklaces, earrings, or bracelets. Even though they’re not my parents, but they always take care of me no matter what. Rarity: Aww, that sounds so sweet. And I’m surprised that your aunt works at the jewelry store. I always go there to look around and buy some jewelry for my fashion work.” Beryl Fury: Really? I didn’t know that. Tell me more. Mrs. Cake: Rarity, your drink. Rarity: Hold on a second, dear. I’ll be right back. *stands up and walks towards the counter to grab her smoothie* *walks back and placed her smoothie on my table right next to Beryl’s smoothie* Beryl Fury: Vanilla. Nice choice. Rarity: *giggles* Why thank you Barry. I can say the same thing to yours. It looks very sweet.” *smiles* Beryl Fury: Thank you. So, shall we continue? Rarity: Absolutely! 4 HOURS LATER We spent the next few hours of finishing our smoothies and talking about hobbies and other activities. Rarity told me about her small fashion business. I was interested of what . In fact, while we were busy mingling each other, her friends must have left already. So we just keep on going with conversation. Beryl Fury: Wow. I didn’t know you work so hard on your dream of being a fashionista from the start since you were little. Is that what the diamonds on your skirt represent? Rarity: Why yes dear. It represents who I am and what my talents are. Beryl Fury: That’s understandable. Maybe next time, I can help you promote your business by wearing some clothes that you made. Rarity: *looks at me and laughs* Oh Barry, that’s very sweet of you. Unfortunately, I don’t specialize in men’s clothing.” I blushed due to embarrassment, but I decided to shrug it off and laughed. “However, that doesn’t mean, down the line of course, I wouldn’t mind making matching outfits for my own outfits. *winks at Beryl right before she looks away and watches outside the window, watching people walk down the streets* Beryl Fury: *looks at the window too* The sun was starting to set and we realized that we’ve been here for 4 hours. Beryl Fury (in thoughts): Wow, that was long. Rarity : *looks back and sees the place empty except me, Mrs. Cake and herself* *gasps and pouts* Barry, how come you didn’t tell me that it was this late. My friends are at home now and my little sister is very worried right now. I gotta check my messages on my phone if they texted me already. *checks on her phone* Beryl Fury: I’m sorry, I didn’t know. I just didn’t check the time, that’s all. Please don’t slap me in the face. *shields his face* Rarity: *giggles* Barry, I was just joking. No need to be so defensive. Beryl Fury: *chuckles and scratches the back of his head in embarrassment* My bad. Rarity: *punches my left arm* Beryl Fury: What was that for? Rarity: That’s for not telling me. Beryl Fury (in thoughts): Didn’t expect that one from her Rarity: Anyways, do you mind if I get a ride with you darling? Beryl Fury: Sure, but just don’t touch anything in my car. Rarity: Will do Barry. They threw their smoothies away, grabbed our stuff and waved goodbye to Mrs. Cake as she was ready to flip the sign to “close” for the cafe. Beryl Fury: *opens the passenger door for Rarity* Rarity: Thank you Barry, you’re such a good gentleman you know? Beryl Fury: Yes Rarity, my parents always remind me about that. *closes the door for her and walks to the driver side door* *opens the door, gets inside and closes the door*. Once he got inside, he started the car and drove around the streets to Rarity’s house. 5 MINUTES LATER Beryl Fury: *checks both sides of the road* *parks right beside her house* Rarity: Thanks for the ride Barry. I hope that we can do this again some time. *winks at Beryl* Beryl Fury: *blushes* You’re welcome Rarity. Just let me know first and I’ll be there. Rarity: Excellent. *hugs Beryl* Beryl Fury: *hugs her back* Beryl Fury & Rarity: *breaks the hug and smiles at each other* Rarity: *grabs her bag* See you tomorrow Barry. Good night. Beryl Fury: Good night Rarity. Rarity: *opens the passenger door and steps out of the car* *closes the door and walks herself home* After she entered her home, it was time for me to head back home.