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// Chapter 2: Dear Twilight Sparkle. 
// Story: T, the Tiniest Troll 
// by Piquo Pie 
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To my faithful student Twilight Sparkle,

I am glad T, such a funny name even for a troll, is behaving himself. I must admit I am quite impressed that you taught him how to read and write. He does seem like a rather intelligent troll. While it is possible that T is more intelligent than your average troll as you both seem to think, not that being able to subsist on rocks requires intelligence; dragons being an exceptional exception, I doubt many of his kind would volunteer for experimental testing. It is possible that T is young, for a troll, and perhaps testing might fall beyond the purview of a consenting adult. Fortunately for you it seems you are getting him to explain a lot of troll culture, I would like to be kept appraised of your findings on a daily basis if at all possible. Very little is known about trolls other than what exists in folklore and some basic strategies towns can employ to repel them; so this will be a new learning experience for both of us. 

Which reminds me; try to keep T away from whistles and bright lights.

I seem to have gone off on a tangent, something we both need to work on in letters, it is unbecoming of a princess. Going back to the previous topic, how did you teach him to write? I assume he had some previous knowledge as you have only known him for a week. Even I could not teach an intelligent pony such skills in a week. Still I would be very interested in your process. 

I would also like to take this moment to mention how proud of you I am, to have taken on a pupil of sorts. It will add a unique note of experience, not that you really need anything more on your resume. I know you will learn to appreciate the splendors of being a mentor, and I hope you will write to me concerning the lessons you learn. 

As you know I am very proud of both your accomplishments and your character and have high hopes for your future as a leader in Equestria, should you decide to take up the mantel. Historically, being a mentor is something many accomplished ponies did in addition to their careers. I hope you decide to continue mentoring future generations during your own pursuits, both because of your outstanding character but also because such practices have, sadly, begun to fall out of fashion.

Dear me I seem to have prattled on again. We really need to stop corresponding in the middle of the night. Poor Spike does need his sleep and I can't help but feel a bit scandalous. 

Back on topic, please do be careful around T. He may be excessively gentle for a troll, but an excessively gentle predator is still a predator. I know you are more than capable enough to handle an enraged earth troll, but I fear that the average Ponyville citizen would be quite outmatched and as we both know, panicking ponies can cause perilous problems. Moreover I ask that either you, or one of the other elements of harmony, accompany Mr. T at any given time to discourage the provoking of such a potentially dangerous creature. 

Having read T's letter I have to say I am impressed at the cool Applejack exhibited during her short stint as a future snack. Be sure to extend my appreciation for the calm she displayed in such a situation. 

It is always a pleasure to hear from you my faithful student.

With love,
Princes Celestia


P.S.
Please take care of your head, it is very important for Equestria's national defense and I do not want to see my favorite student harmed in any way.