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// Chapter 14 
// Story: A Lesson In Love 
// by Gmoney24 
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*Author’s Notes*: So yeah It’s been a taxing few weeks but here is the next installment. Is there another Love Story brewing here? Maybe. Maybe not. Oh and references are here! Point them out if you like them or even if you don’t! :)

Chapter 14:

Fluttershy was glad that both she and Twilight were now completely healed thanks to Dr. G.’s incredible spell. After a few more moments of celebration with Twilight, Fluttershy noticed that the good doctor was missing.

“Twilight my love. Where did Dr. G. go? We should thank him for his excellent work.” She said to Twilight who was looking around with a puzzled expression on her face.

“I didn’t see him slip out and we definitely owe him our deepest gratitude for his kindness.” Twilight said pensively.

“Why don’t we check to see if he is in his room or the lobby?” Fluttershy offered with a smile. Fluttershy and Twilight went next door and knocked on the solid wood.

“Dr. G.! Twilight called. Silence answered her query.

“Maybe he’s in the Lobby after all I think there is pub there.” Fluttershy suggested quietly. 

The two ponies made their way and entered the dimly lit pub. A jukebox played “Another Quarter in the Jukebox.” by Berry Hoofillow. All the way at the end of the bar was a familiar blue Alicorn in a dirty, singed, and even bloodied lab coat surrounded by several empty glasses. 

“Someone, Put another quarter in the Jukebox and we’ll both forget about her make the music louder someone…” The song faded to silence. 

“Maybe we should leave him alone” Twilight said unsure.

“But he looks so sad. We should talk to him Love.” Fluttershy said softly. And so the Pegasus and her Unicorn lover made their way to the bar. The dusty old innkeeper earth pony offered the couple a drink which they both politely declined and vanished. 

“So what are you drinking?” Twilight asked a tad bit awkwardly.

The depressed Alicorn jumped at the sound of Twilight’s voice. “Oh it’s just you two. I am having a few sarsaparillas which usually cheer me up when I feel bad.” He answered with a sigh. Fluttershy and Twilight sat down next him.

“Well why are you so Sad? You saved my life today.” Fluttershy asked her eyes peering at him softly.

“It’s nothing really. I live for the thrill of saving lives and making a difference.” The veterinarian replied looking down.

“But something is bothering you. Why don’t you tell us and maybe we can help?” Twilight asked.

“After all isn’t that what friends are for Dr. G.?” Fluttershy added with a smile.

“Oh all right, but please don’t laugh.” Dr. G. started then after looking up and seeing that neither Twilight nor Fluttershy had any intentions of laughing continued. “Ever since Princess Luna came to drop off and pick up Princess Celestia’s phoenix I have…” he looked down his cheeks sprouting a shade of vermillion. 

“You’ve  what?” Fluttershy asked gently placing a hoof on Dr G.’s shoulder.

Dr. G. looked up eyes brimming with tears. “I have been in love with her. She’s so majestic and regal yet youthful and down to earth.”  The doctor burst into tears.

Fluttershy knew those tears well. They were tears of pain, frustration, and longing. “You know Dr.G., Twilight and I understand you completely.” She said soothingly.

“See when I see you and Twilight together it tears me apart because I wish the pony I love even knew who I was.”  Dr. G. said sniffling and trying to stop the flow of tears from his eyes.

“You know it wasn’t always like that for us.” Twilight said.

“That’s true dear. You know since, we have an appointment with Princess Celestia maybe we can introduce Dr. G. to her.” 
Fluttershy said as the idea came to her.

“You, know that may not be such a bad idea.” Twilight said with a smile.

“No, I wouldn’t interrupt your audience with the Princess!” Dr. G. protested.

“You won’t be interrupting it. We are going to include you in it!” Twilight exclaimed excitedly.

“That sounds lovely.” Fluttershy whispered with a smile.

“And maybe she can help you start your own clinic or something!” Twilight added excitedly.

“I’m still not sure about this but, I trust you two so I will give this plan a try.” The Blue Alicorn said brightening up considerably.

Fluttershy couldn’t help but smile at Twilight’s brilliance. It was this characteristic of her that Fluttershy admired the most. The three ponies talked for a while longer then with a yawn Dr. G. bid the two lovers goodnight. Fluttershy and twilight walked quietly back to their room. Fluttershy looked over at Twilight and smiled tenderly. 

“See I told you he was acting odd.” She said with a smile. 

“Who would have thought that he would be in love with Princess Luna” Twilight asked.

“I know right, my love? But I still don’t understand how an audience with Princess Celestia is going to help Dr. G. get to Luna? Fluttershy inquired with a puzzled look on her face.

“Well it might not, but, it may help him get his job as a Vet back, and if all goes according to plan maybe Luna will notice him.” Twilight replied with a devious smile.

Fluttershy thought about Twilight’s words but she still couldn’t see what Twilight was seeing. Perhaps there was more to this plan than meets the eye. Fluttershy thought.

“By the way Love, Thank you for being there in my time of need. You held my hoof when I was scared and helped me walk when I couldn’t walk alone. That is a true measure of love.” Fluttershy said embracing Twilight.

Twilight smiled. “There is nothing in this world that I wouldn’t do to keep you by my side Fluttershy.” She said.

“Same here.” Fluttershy replied kissing Twilight passionately.    

The two lovers fell asleep in each other’s embrace. They looked so peaceful. Truly it was a sight to behold. The love that they shared was extremely powerful that if anyone could have looked into that room they would have seen and felt it. As it was only the night bore witness to the powerful connection the two lovers had.

*Author’s Notes*:  After a very taxing few weeks in organic chemistry this is what I have for you my faithful readers or even my new followers and fans. I sincerely hope you are liking my story. Next chapter is coming really soon. Oh and for those of you who couldn’t figure out the reference. Barry Manillow’s song was featured and the other references I will let you ponies figure out! :)))))