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// Letter 15 - Starlight to Luna 
// Story: Sincerely, Starlight 
// by Nines 
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Dear Princess Luna,

We've gone on our second date. Actually, it became more of a trip than just a quick outing because we had to stay a night. Following the advice of my friend Trixie, I took Sunburst to a special observatory in Hollow Shades. I'm sure you're familiar with it, as most of your Night Guard come from there. Not many creatures have gone there over the years but with the recently expanded efforts in spreading friendship, the town has become more accessible to outsiders. It was really exciting, taking a train and getting off at the newly built station. When our guide led us through the forest to the town, it was like stepping into this hidden world. They use soft red lights to see because red is the lowest light on the spectrum. From the tops of the trees, they grow all kinds of exotic fruits. Sunburst and I enjoyed their mangoes. They were super delicious!

As interesting as Hollow Shades itself was, my real interest was still the observatory. You see, because the bat ponies prefer darkness, they don't have a lot of light pollution. This gives them a great view of the night sky. I think Sunburst and I spent hours just stargazing and chatting about astronomy. A platform had been built above the forest canopy-- it was new, built for the recent influx of visitors I think-- and we went up there to sit and enjoy the open sky.

Sunburst then scooted a little closer on the bench and he asked me how I was feeling. We'd been sitting quietly for a little while, so the question sort of caught me off guard. "Content," I answered. I think he pouted a little when I said that, and I couldn't help but giggle at his reaction. I scooted closer to him, close enough that I could feel the heat of his side through his cloak, and I said, "I'm content because I'm here with you." 

Then he looked at me, pushed up his glasses, and stammered, "Really?"

I just nodded at him. Luna, I don't know what I'm supposed to feel, but I know I feel happy with him. Maybe he's got some expectations I don't understand, but after I explained myself a little better, he seemed to relax a bit. He touched my hoof, and I didn't shy away. I did jump a little, and boy did I blush, but... I smiled. After a while, I put my head on his shoulder. It just felt right.

I think we saw a shooting star. I'm still wondering what Sunburst wished for.

Luna, we're going on a third date. A third! He's picking where we go this time. I'm trying to stay calm. Somehow, I don't think I was this nervous on the first date. Maybe because... maybe because I feel like I'm coming to a point where I have to make a choice?

I'd love it if we can meet for tea again. I'm in suspense over the fate of the griffon cub.

Sincerely,
Starlight Glimmer