//------------------------------// // chapter 12 // Story: A non Brony in a pony world // by jaysclub //------------------------------// Non brony in a pony world Chapter 12 It is the morning after the party and John, Steve and Mark were still asleep in the Library because of the party last night but they were awoken by a knock on the door. “I’ll get it *door open* good morning Fluttershy what are you doing here”John said happily. “Good morning John I was wondering if you would like to come to the zoo with me this morning?” “Yeah okay it would be nice to see the zoo bye everyone” *Door closes* After John and Fluttershy left Steve woke up a bit more and saw Twilight walking down the stairs and his jaw dropped which confused Twilight. “Excuse me Steve but are you okay.” Twilight asked Steve who snapped back into focus. “Yeah I am but I’ve never seen you in real life before you seem to have a sparkle which I never noticed before watching the show.” “Why thank you Steve would you like something to eat.” Twilight said while blushing slightly. “Yes please and thanks Twilight for taking me and Mark in.” “It was my pleasure but unfortunately I can’t have you all three of you sleeping in here.” “I know but somehow things will work out.” Twilight left Steve and headed into the kitchen to find something to eat. “Smooth *chuckle*” Mark said while patting Steve on the back. “What do you mean Mark?” Steve said trying to remain calm. “Oh come on anyone could tell what your thoughts of Twilight are.” “I’m pretty sure John has done the same thing.” “Actually he hasn’t” Twilight said levitating some fruit and passing one to Steve and Mark. “Huh I thought he would have because of the incident on Earth *hit* ow why did you hit me” “Because I don’t think John will want people or ponies finding out about that” Twilight’s curiosity got high but was stopped by a knock at the door. “Hi AppleJack how are you?” “Howdy Twilight Mark, Steve I need some help” “Why what’s wrong” “Me and Big Mac are running a bit late with the apple bucking and we need help” “I’ll help” Steve and Mark said in unison. “Erm okay then are you two going to be up to the job?” “Yeah we’re ready when you are AppleJack.” Steve said slowly getting up “Okay then come on boys bye Twilight” “Goodbye AppleJack” Steve and Mark followed AppleJack to the Farm. A few hours later Fluttershy and John were still at the Zoo and Fluttershy decided to get some ice cream for her and John which she passed to John which he accepted. “So John are you enjoying yourself?” “Yeah I am nice weather for a day out how about you Fluttershy.” “I’m enjoying myself, John would you like to come back to my cottage for a bit to help me with the animals...John?” “Huh what oh sorry about that Fluttershy what were you asking?” “I was asking if you wanted to help me with my animal friends” “Yeah sure” John said while looking into the sky. “John a bit for your thoughts.” Fluttershy asked while taking a lick of her ice cream. “I was just wondering if I should ask Twilight how Steve and Mark got here?” “I’ll leave that decision up to you but if was me in your situation I would leave it as a reward of some sort, if you want to have a good think about it you can come to my cottage now instead of later to help me with the animals.” “Sounds like a plan but let’s finish the ice cream first.” After they finished the ice cream they left the Zoo and headed to the Cottage. At the Apple families farm Steve and Mark were finishing helping the apple family buck the trees. “Wow you sure worked fast you two here have some lunch.” “Thanks AppleJack so how was John when he got here.” “He was quiet but I’m guessing he needs to get use to where he is first” “Yeah that seems like John anything else?” “There was one other thing I asked him about if he had a girlfriend back on earth but he avoided the question.” “We know why but we would rather not say we promised we’d keep it quiet.” “Okay then well if you two want to call it a day you’re more than welcome.” “Thanks AppleJack” “No problem” “APPLEJACK” Twilight yelled at the top of her voice. “Excuse me boys I need to see what she wants.” AppleJack trotted over to Twilight who followed here of the farm. “Where do you think they’re going Steve.” “I don’t know maybe sugarcube corner. Do you want to follow them?” “Yeah come on it might be fun.” So Steve and Mark decided to wait for them to leave then began to follow Twilight and AJ to Sugarcube corner hoping to not be caught. At Fluttershys cottage John has just about finished helping Fluttershy with her animal friends. “Wow that was a lot of work *Yawn* Fluttershy do you mind if I have a nap.” “Not at all can I sleep on your lap?” John motioned for her to sit on his lap which she did then they both fell asleep. Meanwhile at Sugarcube corner Steve and Mark were heading in when they were greeted by the owners of the shop. “Hello boys welcome to Sugarcube corner what can I get you two.” Mr Cake asked happily “Hi Mr cake can I have two cupcakes please and is Pinkie pie here?” “Coming right up and no Twilight asked for her just a few minutes ago she didn’t say why but you know Pinkie she didn’t need a reason to go with her.” “Okay thank you for the cupcakes goodbye Mr Cake.” “See you soon Mark.” John was just waking up and noticed that Fluttershy was gone and that she had left had a note for him. Twilight wanted to see me for some reason at the library Fluttershy “I wonder what Twilight needed Fluttershy for might as well check it out.” John then left Fluttershy’s cottage and headed for the Library. Meanwhile Steve and Mark were still on the search and decided to try Rarity’s boutique but just found a note. Just went to the Library will be back soon Rarity. “Come on Steve let’s head to the Library that seems like where everyone is heading at the moment.” “But what about Fluttershy?” “She’s probably already there now come on.” Elsewhere John was heading towards the Library when he noticed a rose cart and decided to buy one. “Excuse me but how much are the Roses.” “They are five bits for one or thirty bits for ten hey wait aren’t you that human who saved those fillies.” “Yeah that was me why.” “I wanted to thank you at the party but I couldn’t think of a way until now so here have a rose on the house.” “Thanks that very generous of you goodbye.” “Goodbye hope to see you soon.” John held the rose carefully so he wouldn’t hurt himself on the thorns and continued on his way to the Library. In the Library Twilight was with her friends and was getting confused looks of them. “Twilight why did you want to see us I’ve got work to do at the farm.” “Well the reason I asked all of you to come here is because I found a video on John’s phone which I think is about his time here in Ponyville.” “Yay a movie here is some popcorn girls.” Pinkie said while handing out bags of popcorn. “Thanks Pinkie now come on Twilight start the movie.” Rainbow Dash said getting impatient. Twilight started the video on John’s phone and used her magic so her friends could hopefully see the picture. When the video finished Fluttershy was the first pony to start to leave but stopped in her tracks by what she saw. “John are you okay?” Fluttershy asked John who had a look of anger on his face. John didn’t give a response he just gripped the rose tightly for a few second released the rose then walked away. While John was walking away he was spotted by Steve and Mark. “Hey John how are *nudge* you?” Mark looked at Steve who just shrugged his shoulders and carried on towards the Library when they got closer to the Library they saw Fluttershy flying towards them with a worried look on her face. “Have you seen John?” “Yeah he just pushed passed us why what’s wrong.” “Well um Twilight wanted to watch a video on his phone and he saw what we were watching.” “*Sigh* Me and mark can explain everything is everyone still in the Library.” Fluttershy nodded and took them to the Library where worried faces could be seen. “Steve what did we do wrong we only watched this video.” Twilight passed the phone to Steve then they both knew in an instant what had happened. “You watched the response video Fiona sent him.” “Wait is Fiona John’s girlfriend?” Twilight asked while walking towards Steve. “Not exactly he asked Fiona to go out with him and that is how she responded.” “But why didn’t he tell us before?.” “We’ll have to ask John himself but it must be because it’s personal.” Steve and Mark asked the girls to wait here while they went in search for John. After twenty minutes of searching they found him on a field with his back against a tree curled up into a ball they continued to walk up to him. “Hey John how are you?” Steve asked while putting his hand on John’s shoulder. “Why did they have to watch that video Steve why.” John said still curled up in a ball. “They thought it was your thoughts of Ponyville.” “Why would they think they would make a video about that.” “Why don’t you ask them.” Mark said noticing the girls were walking towards them. “John we need to apologise for what we did.” Twilight said trying to look at John’s face. “No you don’t.” “Yes we do John I should’ve known better then to go through your phone without your permission, can I ask you a quick question?.” Twilight asked trying to get a look of his face. “*sigh* Sure go right ahead.” John saod a;though he didn’t really didn’t want to answer the question. “Why do you still have that video on your phone if it’s a bad one?.” “To remind me.” “To remind you what?” “That I’m not good enough to get a girlfriend.” Everyone was shocked by what John said. “John please don’t think like that.” Fluttershy said while trying to hug John. “Fluttershy I wanted her to give me a chance to go on a date with me but she didn’t.” “So why don’t you go on a date with one of us then.” Rainbow dash said trying to help the situation. Everyone gave Rainbow Dash an annoyed look but John spoke up first. “What?” John said while getting up slowly “What I’m serious just take one of us on a date to someplace in Ponyville like you were planning to do with Fiona.” “But who would want to go out with me.” “Well who was most like Fiona out of us girls?” Twilight asked trying to help the situation. “I’m not sure whenever I saw her she was always happy.” There was a moment of silence before anyone said anything. “John I hate to say this but my dresses are ready to go to Manehatten and you did promise.” “Yeah I did okay Rarity I’ll meet you at the train station.” “Okay see you in about ten minutes.” Rarity said while trotting off to the Boutique while John headed back to the Library with Twilight.Ten minutes later John was at the train station waiting for Rarity who arrived with boxes of clothes. “Sorry about making you wait John were you here long?” “Not really so is this going to be like when we went to Canterlot?” “No Photo Finish has asked me to take some of my dresses to her shop however I don’t know how long it will take.” “Okay well here comes the train here let me take some of them from you.” “Thank you John and I must apologise once again for watching that video.” “Thank you again Rarity let’s get going.” John and Rarity got onto the train and sat down in their seats after two hours the train arrived at their destination and Rarity and John headed for Photo Finishes shop. “Hello Rarity hello John are these the dresses for the shop?” “Hello Photo Finish yes these are the dresses for the shop.” “Excellent follow me and we shall set them up for ponies to buy them.” John and Rarity did as they were instructed and Photo Finish was happy with what they have done. “Very good you two now I have one final request for both of you.” “What would you like us to do now Photo Finish.” Rarity asked “I wish for you two to stay in Manehatten I will set you up in a hotel nearby to the store however ponies will only want to see the creator not the assistant.” “I understand I’ll stay in the hotel while you mingle with the other ponies.” “Thank you for understanding John now come I will set you two both up with a hotel room which I will cover.” “Wow thank you Photo Finish.” John and Rarity followed Photo Finish to the hotel where they got settled in and decided to have a look around town. Meanwhile in Ponyville Steve and Mark were with Twilight in the Library having a discussion. “So I hate to ask you this question boys but where would you like to sleep as it will be crowded with three humans here.” “We haven’t really thought about it since we just got here.” “Well who’s your favourite character in the show Mark?” “My favourite character is Pinkie pie as she’s always happy.” Mark said while reading a book. “Well My favourite character is Rainbow dash but since I can’t fly my second favourite is AppleJack.” “Okay you two wait here I’m going to see if I can arrange for you two to sleep at their houses for the moment.” “Sounds good see you soon Twilight.” Twilight headed out to sugarcube corner to pick up Pinkie and to The Apple farm for Applejack after twenty minutes Twilight went back to the Library with AppleJack and Pinkie pie. “Twilight why did you bring us here I’ve got work to do.” “Yeah and I’ve got Parties to plan.” “Well girls I need your help you see I don’t have enough room in the Library and Mark would like to sleep at your home Pinkie and Steve at your place AppleJack.” “Hmm it would be good to get an extra farmhand and he did seem happy when he was working with us.” “And I loved when Mark was at the party he was super fun.” “Great come in and tell them the good news I know they will be happy.” Twilight headed in first and let Pinkie and AppleJack tell Steve and Mark the news Steve went with Applejack to the farm and Mark went with Pinkie to sugarcube corner. Back in Manehatten John and Rarity were in a cafe having a nice snack. “So Rarity how are you enjoying your time in Manehatten?” “I’m enjoying myself thanks for asking *sip* I’m sorry you can’t see how the event is going to change my life.” “It’s okay it’s your life not mine do you know how long it’s going to go on for?” “No I haven’t been told that yet but I don’t think it will be that long just try and enjoy yourself in the hotel room.” “I will Rarity and you should too it’s your big day after all.” Rarity and John finished their food and drinks at the cafe then headed back to the hotel. Back in Ponyville Mark and Pinkie pie were just finishing a list for future parties. “Okay that’s all of your parties planned what do you want to do now Pinkie.” Mark asked Pinkie who was bouncing happily around the room. “I don’t know what would you like to do now.” “We could see what Rainbow dash is doing I guess.” “Sound like fun come on.” “Wait before we see Rainbow Dash Pinkie can I ask you something?” “Sure what would you like to ask.” “How often are humans seen here in Equestria.” “Not often why?” “Just thought I’d ask now come on lets say hi to Rainbow dash.” Mark and Pinkie pie then both headed out from Sugarcube corner to find Rainbow dash. Back at the farm Steve was finishing up getting the apples out of the trees for AppleJack. “Wow Steve I’m impressed I’ve talked to Big Mac and he said you can have the spare room in our home.” “Wow that’s very generous of you thanks can I ask you something.” “Sure I’ll try to answer it what would you like to know.” “How long can I stay here at the farm I mean because there is usually a catch.” “Well if a relative needs to stay then we will have to have the room back but I’m sure someone else will take you in.” “Thanks for the heads up AppleJack can you show me the room now.” “Of course follow me and I’ll get you something to eat.” Steve followed AppleJack to where he will be sleeping and was given some time to relax and settle into the room. Back in Manehatten John and Rarity were back in the hotel room and Rarity was getting ready for the reveal of her clothing range in Photo Finishes shop while John was stuck in the bathroom. “Come on Rarity please can I come out now please it’s been at least an hour.” “Well I’m sorry John but I’m nearly finished now what are you going to do when I’m gone to the party.” “I’ve got my phone with me I should be okay do you know how long you’ll be?” “It might be a few hours depends how successful I am.” “I’ll try to stay awake for you to return.” “Thank you and I’m...ready take a look.” John headed in and his jaw dropped he had not seen anyone look that stunning before which Rarity picked up on. “Guess you like it *chuckle* well John wish me luck.” “You won’t need luck dressed like that Rarity I guarantee you’ll be a success dressed like that.” “Why thank you John I best get going now see you soon.” Rarity said while blushing *Knock knock, door opens* “Hello Rarity you’re looking fabulous are you ready to go?” “Yes I’m ready bye John see you soon.” *door closes* “Bye Rarity.” It’s 5:30 now hopefully the show won’t run for too long *sigh* oh well might as well get comfy. Many hours passed and John was still waiting for Rarity to get back and slowly his levels of boredom mixed with his need for sleep. "*Yawn* What time is it 1:30 sorry Rarity but I can’t stay up any longer." As John fell asleep he heard a familiar voice. “Ah we finally meet again ready to see the future dream.” Princess Luna said in a calm voice. “Yes I am but may I ask a question before we go on?” “You may what would you like to know.” “Can I interact with the dream.” “No we can only watch we will be like ghosts now come we don’t have much time.” The princess made her horn glow for a few seconds the magic engulfed them both and took them to a bright white room. “Where are we Princess?” “We are in the castle’s main hall and if you look down there you will see the future.” John looked down at where the Princess was pointing with her hoof and was shocked by what he saw. he saw his pony friends in some sort of protective bubbles with a large alicorn using her magic to keep herself and the ponies safe. “Princess this can’t be the future.” “There is more look down there.” John looked down and saw a strange creature mixed with other creatures throwing black balls of energy at his pony friends and at white alicorn. John looked down and saw him and his two friends Mark and Steve bound in some sort of energy. “I will spare you seeing the outcome as you can tell the outcome yourself.” “Death.” John said under his breath before turning his attention to the Princess. “If you know this is going to happen why can’t you stop it.” “My powers are only strong enough at night to deal with this problem so it’s up to you.” “Can I tell my friends anything about this.” “I would advise against that as it may change the future for the worse.” “Okay Princess is this goodbye?” “Yes it is but before I go just remember to change it somehow.” “I will Princess and thanks for showing me that goodbye.” “Farewell John and good luck.” John woke up after that and was surprised by what he saw it was Rarity in her dress asleep hugging him. "I hope nothing went wrong wait she’s been crying so something did go wrong great should I try to get her out of the dress, no she would have done that herself *sigh* just wait until she wakes up." John decided to stroke Rarity’s mane for a few minutes before stopping and having a look around when he noticed something behind him a small sack with a folded piece of paper next to it. twenty minutes later Rarity woke up and realised where she had slept that night. “Oh John I’m sorry about this I just felt bad that I left you in here alone all night.” “It’s okay Rarity it’s your life not mine how did it go yesterday?” “I hoped it would of been better but some ponies were interested but not all of them.” “Different towns have different styles I guess I don’t know anything about fashion.” “Yeah I know well I‘m going to get changed so can you give me some privacy.” “Of course I’ll be in the bathroom if you need me.” “Thank you John.” John closed the bathroom door behind him and let Rarity get changed after ten minutes they both headed downstairs and towards the train station. Back in Ponyville Twilight was in the Library studying when she got a letter from the Princess. Dear Twilight I will be coming to Ponyville tomorrow to inform John of the reason he is here I hope he takes the news well. “Me too Princess *door knock* come in hi Pinkie how’s Mark.” “He’s doing fine he’s buying me some party supplies who coming tomorrow.” “The Princess she’s going to tell John why he’s here but I don’t want John to find out so no party for the Princess please.” “Okay Twilight how do you think he will react.” “I don’t know I hope he’ll take the news well but I don’t know.” “Why what’s so bad Twilight.” “I’ll tell you after John knows okay can you tell others not to come to the Library tomorrow even Steve and Mark.” “Okay Twilight Pinkie promise wait why did I come here... oh yeah that’s it me and Fluttershy were about to have a picnic would you like to join us?” “Sure Pinkie I can always study later.” Twilight headed out with Pinkie to where they were having the picnic.Back on the farm Steve was lying in bed and Applejack went to see how he is doing. “Howdy Steve how are you doing?” “*Sigh* not good I can’t think of anything to do.” “Well I could give you a tour of the farm or the town if you want?” “That would be nice AppleJack oh and thank you.” “For what you’ve already thanked me for the room?” “For giving John a chance.” “You know I would Steve you’ve seen the show haven’t you?” “I have but John has only seen one episode.” “I thought everyone who came here was a fan of the show.” “Yeah well let’s not think about it do you want to give me a tour of the farm now” “Yeah sure follow me.” Steve followed AppleJack around the farm and showed him some parts of the farm he hadn’t seen before. Meanwhile John and Rarity were on the train and getting closer to their destination when Rarity noticed John doing something. “John can you explain your actions please.” “Erm what do you mean.” John said being embarrassed that he had been caught. “You seem to be looking at my flank for some reason can you please explain.” “Well I’m trying to figure out why you have a tattoo on your flank.” “A what...oh you mean my cutie mark.” “A cutie mark what’s that?” John asked which confused Rarity a bit “It’s what a ponies or a stallions special talent is Pinkies are balloons as she like to have parties and have fun and mine is about making things beautiful why didn’t you ask before.” “Well on earth if you look at a females behind you’ll either be called a pervert or get a slap.” “I can understand how that can be a problem...well it looks like we’re getting near to Ponyville remember to pick up your things.” After ten minutes they reached their destination and John headed for the Library and Rarity headed to the boutique. John looked in the window and noticed Twilight doing some studying but was noticed by Twilight who motioned for him to come in which he did. “Hi John how are you?” “I’m okay I think it went well in Manehatten ask her now go on do it.” “That’s nice I’ve had a picnic with Pinkie and Fluttershy.” “Sounds like you had fun just ask her about Steve and Mark got here now.” “Yeah it was nice did you want to ask me something?” “Yeah I was wondering if erm.” “Yes?” “If erm?.” “John you don’t have to worry you can ask me anything but can you make it quick I’m going to call it a night.” “*sigh* never mind just forget about it Twilight goodnight.” “Well okay then good night John.” Twilight said slowly walking to her room. "Why didn't you ask her you idiot come on get it together just get some rest and ask her tomorrow." So John got onto the sofa and fell into a deep sleep hoping tomorrow would be better. End of chapter 12