//------------------------------// // A Friend in Need // Story: Love is Magic // by Lux //------------------------------// Chapter 8 – A Friend in Need Mystic returned to Twilight’s home, him mind full of the advice from Rarity. He didn’t know exactly what to expect when he opened the door. The stallion wondered if she’d still be angry or sad. He hoped not. He hated to see anypony that way, especially Twilight. Although it never happened at any time else during his life, when he saw Twilight crying, he felt like he was going to cry. Collecting himself, Mystic opened the door slowly so as not to alarm Twilight. “Who’s there,” a voice was heard inside. “It’s Mystic, Twilight. Can I come in?” “Oh Mystic! I’m sorry. Please come in. You know you don’t have to stay outside like that, but thanks for being such a gentlecolt for waiting.” Mystic walked into the library. The place looked like he left it, except there were a few other books that were around. Maybe Twilight was reading to cope with her feelings. It made sense as the stallion did that sometimes or took to writing. “Are you ok Twilight?” “Oh… yes I’m fine,” she said although it was clear that she wasn’t due to the lingering sadness and anger in her eyes. “Twilight, I want to help you, but I have to say you’re not a very good liar. I can see that you’re upset. I’m here for you. Talk to me.” “I guess it shows, doesn’t it?” The stallion gave a simple nod in reply, letting Twilight talk. “Alright, I admit I’m still not happy. I can’t believe my friend, Rainbow Dash, would say something like that. We’ve been friends for a few years now. She knows much about me and me her. But to think that she thinks that I’m not interesting in finding a soul mate, it’s like being stabbed in the heart!” Mystic realized the truth that she was looking for love. Otherwise there would be no reason for her being upset like this. He wondered maybe this was a sign to him. “So, you want to find a special somepony?” “Yes,” Twilight said. “Well … um … if you want, I can be one.” Twilight looked at the stallion, pondering what he said. He was genuinely asking this. Of course, she didn’t see him as the type to joke with her when she was upset. “Mystic, you seem to be a smart and great pony. But we’ve only known each other for a few days. Yes I’d like to find a special somepony, but it’s going to take time. I was not really that great with making friends, so I know it’s going to be some time until I who is best for me. So for now, I’m sorry, but I have to say no.” Mystic felt dejected. Although he wasn’t sure if Twilight would be his ideal soul mate as he didn’t know much about her, the fact that he was basically denied even a remote possibility crushed him. But out of his defeat, and idea formed. “Then let me be your friend.” “What,” Twilight said. “I would at least like to be your friend Twilight. You’re a very smart, caring, and kind pony, and I want to know more about you. And it’s not just for this Elements of Harmony report for Princess Luna. I really want to be your friend. So, will you accept my friendship?” Twilight thought for a moment about having Mystic as a friend. The stallion wondered if she was going to say no. If she did, this would be a very awkward couple of days ahead with her. “Yes, Mystic. Let’s be friends. It’s going to be a little strange for me since I never had a stallion as a friend, but I really feel that you’re smart, and caring and kind, too.” “Thanks, Twilight,” Mystic said as she gave him a hug. The mare stood a little shocked at the sudden sign of affection the stallion gave. “Oh, sorry,” the stallion said as she let go of her, “I didn’t know you were opposed to hugging.” “No, I’m not opposed to it. Just tell me next time when you do that, ok?” “Sure. I do have to say again I’m sorry.” “For what?” “For making you upset. If I wasn’t here, Rainbow Dash wouldn’t see you with me and say those things.” “Oh, Mystic, you don’t have to be upset about that. And yes, you’re apology is accepted. So, how about we have supper I teach you some more things on magic since it’s getting kind of late. Tomorrow I think I should introduce you to my friends. After all, you wanted to meet the other Elements of Harmony, right?” “That would be nice,” Mystic said as he followed her into the kitchen. The stallion spent the evening with Twilight learning more about magic. Slowly the spells started to come back to him. He began to move heavier objects with his telekinesis, produce a ball of light with a light spell, and even create a defensive shield. All of these were basic spells that unicorns would learn in their early years of magical training, but they were a sign of progress. He hoped that soon his main magical ability would return, signaling that he had finally broke through his Magical Amnesia. But there was something else he enjoyed during this time. He enjoyed being with Twilight Sparkle. He liked talking to her about magic, hearing her laugh at a joke he made however corny it may have been, and even getting to know pieces of information about her. He felt that they were becoming closer as friends, their trust building with every laugh and action and word spoken. That night Mystic lay in bed, excited to see Twilight’s friends and the other Elements of Harmony. Of course he met Rarity and Rainbow Dash and indirectly Pinkie Pie. He hoped he could be just as good as friends as he was with Twilight. Later that night, he dreamed he was with Twilight, sitting on a hill during a starry sky. Suddenly a shooting star flew overhead to both ponies’ amazement. “Make a wish,” Twilight said in his dream. Mystic closed his eyes and wished, for what his actual self did not know.