//------------------------------// // Anything for a Friend // Story: Anon-A-Miss: Chaos // by CapNTilfy //------------------------------// Pinkie Pie opened her eyes and sprung out of bed. Normally the first thought on her mind would be something fun to do, but someone was trying to frame Sunset Shimmer and that was not cool. She cracked her knuckles and began to go about her day as she dressed, then made her way downstairs. Pinkie hurried down the stairs to see her three sisters, and blinked in surprise. "Limestone? What are you doing here? You graduated from Canterlot High already!" Limestone grunted and folded her arms. "Maud told me what's been happening." Pinkie frowned slightly. "I didn't tell you anything because I didn't want you to worry about us," she said as she gestured to herself, Marble, and Maud. "Pinkie," Limestone said as she put her hands on her sister's shoulders. "I'll always worry about you three." She smiled, a rare occasion even when she interacted with family. "It's what I do." Pinkie returned the smile and hugged, which was broken after a moment. "Now enough with the sap! You girls go, and be safe. If anybody messes with you..." She gave a sinister grin and cracked her knuckles. "Will do, big sis," Pinkie exclaimed as she and her other sisters made their way to the bus stop. ---------------------------------------------- The bus arrived at Canterlot High, and Pinkie and Marble disembarked as they covered their ears. "Sheesh! I've had enough of all the fighting!" "Mm-hm!" Maud remained silent as the three entered Canterlot High. "See you girls later," Pinkie said as the sisters went their separate ways. She sighed, knowing that the idea she had for invitations wouldn't have worked. She just wanted to do something to help Sunset... but what? The warning bell for first period rang, and Pinkie high-tailed it to her class. ---------------------------------------------- First period ended, and Pinkie sighed again. She couldn't think of anything to help with all of the angry shouting and yelling! Maybe getting a breath of fresh air would help get her noggin running. She walked to the school exit and went outside. "Ahhh," she sighed in contentment. A gentle breeze blew, calming her further. "So relaxing..." she lied on the steps, putting her hands behind her head as she laced her fingers. The warning bell for second period rang, and Pinkie yelped. So much for fresh air... ---------------------------------------------- Second period ended, and Pinkie still couldn't think of anything to do for Sunset! "Come on, brain," she said. "You gotta push past the social studies! Help me!" She closed her eyes and tried to concentrate, but nothing came to mind. This began to frustrate the pink girl, and she clenched her teeth. "Work, dammit, work," she shouted, flailing her arms. Several students passing by stopped to watch the spectacle before them, then went about their days, simply chalking it up to Pinkie Pie being Pinkie Pie. After a few moments, the warning bell for third period went off. Pinkie slouched in defeat and trudged off to her next class. ---------------------------------------------- Third period ended, and Pinkie muttered under her breath. Nothing was coming to her... nothing! She yelped as she felt a pair of hands embrace her from behind. The pink girl turned around... "Sunset?" Sunset shivered. Her normally bright hair looked faded, and she struggled to look her friend in the eye. "Pinkie..." she took a deep breath, then sighed heavily. "I... I could use a hug." Pinkie's eyes widened, and she smiled. "One hug-a-roonie, comin' up!" She embraced Sunset, who shivered again, then returned the hug. The former bully sighed again, but this time contentedly. This was what Pinkie could do for Sunset! It was all so clear now! All she had to do was just be there for her! Boy, did she feel silly, thinking too hard after all that time! Sunset broke the hug with a faint smile. "Thanks, Pinkie. I really, really needed that." "No problem," Pinkie said with a wink. "Hey," she said, then put a hand on Sunset's shoulder. "Keep in touch with me throughout the day, okay? I'm worried about you..." "I will." Pinkie smiled. "Pinkie Promise?" Sunset smiled warmly. "'Cross my heart and hope to fly, stick a cupcake in my eye,'" she recited. "That's my girl," Pinkie said with a grin and a gentle pat on her friend's back. The warning bell for fourth period rang. "See you later," Sunset said. "Yup, yup!" Pinkie headed over to her next class. ---------------------------------------------- Fourth period ended, and Pinkie shot a quick text to Sunset. How are you holding up? She pocketed her phone, and began walking toward her next class while also keeping a ear open for when her phone buzzed. Several moments passed, and Pinkie began to worry. Sunset Shimmer would never break a Pinkie Promise... would she? Pinkie's phone buzzed, and she snatched it out of her pocket. Sorry about that... - Sunset Shimmer Was busy talking to Rainbow Dash. I'm doing just fine, don't you worry. Pinkie heaved a sigh of relief. Good to know, Sunset. Good to know. The warning bell for fifth period rang, and Pinkie put her phone back in her pocket as she headed off to her next class. ---------------------------------------------- Fifth period ended, and Pinkie left her class with a smile. Aside from all the shouting and fighting students, everything seemed to going just fine. She took her phone out, and sent Sunset another text. Hey there, what's the word? Pinkie put her phone back in her pocket and waited patiently for a response. A couple of minutes passed and she took her phone out. No response. The pink girl's eyebrows furrowed in concern. Maybe Sunset would send it... now! No response. Pinkie felt a chill through her body, then sneezed. Her eyes widened in horror. A chill and a sneeze was her Pinkie Sense acting up, and those two put together meant something terrible was going to happen to Sunset Shimmer! With as much speed as she could muster, Pinkie Pie ran to the cafeteria. "Don't worry, Sunset! I'm coming to save you!" She just hoped she wouldn't be too late...