//------------------------------// // 7. A Howling Good Night for Camping // Story: EqG Tales: Monster High Edition // by Brian Sheil //------------------------------// It was a peaceful evening at Sweet Apple Acres. The sun sets as Applejack and her sister, Apple Bloom, come across a campsite on the area of the barn. "Are you sure about this, sis?" Applejack asked. "I am positive, Applejack." Apple Bloom replied. "I was just coming home from exploring the lake outside the woods," "One of your barefoot expeditions, no doubt. You always do that when you put on your overalls and any shirt." "Good point. Anyway, when I came home, I saw this here set up." The two Apple Sisters look at the campsite, and got curious. "Who would come here?" Apple Bloom wondered. "I'm not sure." Applejack answered. "Granny Smith must trust this person to go camping here." They were soon approached by a tall looking woman. She wore a black jacket, red torn tank top with black stripes, purple skirt, and multi belted boots. Applejack soon recognized this person. "Hoo-wee! Clawdeen Wolf!" The tall woman sees the farm girl and responded. "Hey, Applejack. What's up?" The two girls hugged each other, happy to see each other. Apple Bloom looked with a puzzled expression. Clawdeen soon saw her. "Hi, Apple Bloom. Nice to meet you." The young Apple got nervous. "Are you a...a....werewolf?" "I sure am. But, you don't have to worry. I'm not a vicious critter." Apple Bloom started to feel better as Applejack got curious. "What brings y'all here anyway?" "I figured to take a little trip outside of my home." Clawdeen answered. "I was told about Sweet Apple Acres. I've learned it was very peaceful." "You heard right, Clawdeen." "After I packed up for a night, I took my camping stuff, and headed here." "Why camp out by the barn?" Apple Bloom asked. "Probably a lot of space for camping." Applejack figured. "And, if nature calls, Granny Smith leaves the back door unlocked so she can zip off to the bathroom." Clawdeen felt a little embarrassed. "That's a little too much information, Applejack. But, you're right about a lot of space for camping." The three girls shared a laugh when Granny Smith arrived. "Come and get it, girls." Inside the house, Clawdeen and the Apple family enjoyed some homemade beef stew. "This stew is delicious, Granny." Applejack praised. "Glad you like it." Granny Smith replied. "As you folks know, the vegetables in this stew were from our own garden." "That's what we like about it." Clawdeen was surprised to hear that. "That why it tastes so good. Fresh veggies make anything tasty." "I'm glad you appreciate what we do here on our farm, Clawdeen." Granny Smith. "I can even make good salad by specifications. Your vampire friend, Draculaura, would appreciate that." "As long as there's no garlic." Clawdeen informed. "You know how vampires don't like garlic." "Don't worry, my dear. I'll remember." Apple Bloom was a little confused. "What school does she go to, sis." "Clawdeen and Draculaura both go to a school called Monster High." Applejack answered. "Monster High? Sounds real scary." "Not so scary as you might think." Clawdeen responded. "Someday, I'll introduce you to some of my friends." Later that night, Apple Bloom slipped on her pajamas when she heard a soft howling outside. She looked outside, and saw Clawdeen in her own sleepwear. She was kneeling while howling. Apple Bloom put on her slippers, and headed for the barn. Clawdeen saw the young Apple coming. "Hey, Apple Bloom." Clawdeen greeted. "Did I wake you?" "Nah." Apple Bloom answered. "I just finished putting on my pajamas when I heard you howling softly. What were you howling for?" "Take a look up in the sky. You'll find out." Apple Bloom looked up, and saw the moon. She was amazed with this sight. "I get it. Werewolves howl when the moon is full." "You catch on quick." Apple Bloom felt very relieved, and gave Clawdeen a sweet hug. "I'm glad I met you, Clawdeen." Apple Bloom went to go back into the house when Clawdeen called to her. "You know, I have a sister your age. I'll introduce you to her someday." "Thanks." The young Apple replied. Apple Bloom felt good, knowing she made a new friend.