In and Out of Phase

by Vic Fontaine


Chapter 5

“Evening, Twi! My gosh you look like you’re freezing! Get inside!”

“Oh, you’re shivering, love. Did the heater die in your car again? Ugh, and Shiny thought he had it fixed too. Here, sit on the couch. I’ll fix some tea.”

“Alright. All I have is jasmine right now, but I know you like that one too, so. I got it, I got it. I’ll just set it down- there! Nice and hot for you.”

“You’re welcome. Oh, and lest I forget–” 

“I so love those extra warm kisses. Hehe, remember when we got the hot latte and the frappe a while back? Heh, I’ll never get tired of that hot and cold effect.”

While you warm up, I’ll get the DVD player going. It’s still a couple of hours until midnight anyway and the TV specials are just ugh. Want me to kick the heater up a notch too? No? You sure? Well then, gives me an excuse to grab an extra blanket. Here, pass me your coat.”

“Oh, I like the outfit! Someone went shopping with Rarity I see. Looks good on ya! Okay, tea time for myself too. One sec.”

“Yeah, that car’s been a pain for you lately. I guess age is catching up with it. We’re going to your parents’ place tomorrow for Christmas Day anyway, so we can ask Shining to come take another look at it.”

“No, I’ll drive for sure. Can’t have you turning into an icicle on the way down the road. Besides, without a defroster, it’ll be hard to keep the windows clear in this weather.”

“The things we do for love, right? Heh, I love you too.”

“Now, we’ve got Comedy, Sci-Fi, or we can fire up FilmFlix and see what’s new. But before we do any of that, I’ve got something else for you. Be right back.”

“So I may have been holding out on you back at AJ’s place. I just… well I wanted you to give you this present without the others around. I hope you like it.”

“...”

“It’s made with Rose Quartz. Nothing too extravagant, I’ll admit. But I saw it at the mall and it caught my eye, so- Oh, I’m glad you like it!"

"I love you too, Twilight.”

“Hmm, I was wondering how long it would take you to sense that. Yes, it is giving off a magical signature. That’s because I infused it with some of my magic. Put it on and you’ll see what I mean. Oh, here, let me get your hair.”

“Got it. See how it’s changed colors a bit? It’s reacting to your presence. Which is a relief, because I couldn’t test it out to see if the spell worked without spoiling the surprise. But there’s one more piece to this…”

“Yes, that’s the same pendant. I bought two of them because I’d like each of us to have one. If you’re willing, I’d like to keep a bit of your magic, your presence with me too. Back in Equestria, unicorns would often trade a bit of their magic with each other as a sign of love, trust… and commitment. I guess the better term here is like a promise ring, but my intent is the same.”

“I love you, Twilight Sparkle. I love you more than anything. You’re my friend first, but you’ve become my rock, my center too. These past months have been the best of my life, and I want there to be so many more to come. I know we still have a few more semesters in front of us, but I’m willing to wait that long and more for you. I promise.”

“Thank you so much. I love you too. Here, I wrote the spell form down for you, in case you want to double check my work."

"Sure thing. Go for it, love. I love watching you work anyway.”

“Wow, the glow it gives off is mesmerizing. And here I thought I did a good job on yours too. This is wonderful.”

“Sure, you can put mine on. I’d be honored. Let me grab my hair out of the way…”

“It’s gorgeous. Thank you, Twi. I can’t tell you how happy this makes me.”

“Well, if you’re happy then I’m happy. So, any thoughts on that movie– oh, you have an extra gift for me too? Huh, we’re both full of surprises tonight.”

“Sit back on the couch and close my eyes? Oh, a surprise eh? Alright then. One sec… okay, all set. Oh, well you know where the bathroom is. Hurry back though!

“Hmm, what does she have up her sleeve…”

“Yep! Still here with eyes closed!”

“I can hear you at least… whoa, want me to move over so you don’t have to step over me– ok, I’ll stay put.”

“Open my eyes now? Alright, here goes–”

“Oh wow. I, um… h-how…”

“Nonono! Nothing’s wrong, Twilight! You look amazing! Gorgeous! Just surprised is all! I-I wasn’t expecting that at all… but believe me, there’s nothing wrong at all.”

“May I?”

“So soft and silky… and it fits you perfectly. Yeah, you went shopping with Rarity alright. It’s beyond perfect. So… my sexy magical goddess, what did you have in mind?”

“O-Oh? Well, that’s… farther than we’ve gone before. W-Wait, I c-can’t answer if you’re doing that– yes that right there. A-Are you sure? Are we sure?”

“Oh damn… you’re so– okay I’ll take that as a yes.”

“Now kiss me. Please.”