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// Chapter 12: A Generous Family 
// Story: Stay Together, No Matter What 
// by Mister E-Nonymous 
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Chapter 12: A Generous Family







(Cody's Point of View)


I was pacing in a straight line across the waiting room. Mom had been in the maternity ward for a while. I was getting worried about her. Then the door opened, and in came Twilight and her friends, along with Danny and Alex.

"Cody, are you okay?" asked Twilight.

"I'm fine," I said. "I'm just worried about Mom. She's going into labor and there's nothing I can do to help. I'm really worried. I just hope that Mom will handle Flora from here on."

"I'm sure Rarity will be able to handle it," said Rainbow Dash. "She's able to handle anything. Even with her friends by her side."

"Rainbow Dash is right, Cody," said Pinkie Pie. "Rarity will be able to handle it. And no way we're going to let Rarity go through this alone."

"We'll be able to help you two as much as we can," said Twilight.

"Thank you, Twilight," said Cody. "I just hope that Mom would be able to take all that pain."






4 Painful Hours Later...


(Rarity's Point of View)


I was breathing heavily. That was really painful, but it was worth it to give that baby back life.

"Congratulations, ma'am," said a doctor, handing me the baby, who was crying in his arms. "It's a beautiful, baby girl." I smiled as I held the baby in my arms.

"Hello... Flora..." I said, soothingly to her. Flora then started to calm down. I then looked up at the doctor and asked, "How long do I have to stay here until we leave?"

"You'll be able to leave in 24 hours," said the doctor. "Now, let's get your baby girl into a diaper, and we'll get you some much needed rest."

"Wait," I said. "Send Cody in. He should see his baby sister."

"Right away, ma'am," said the doctor. "Send in the kid that was with this woman in the ambulance."

"Right away," said the nurse. She then headed out. I just wanted Cody to see his sister again.

A few moments later, Cody came running in, and ran over to the bed. He smiled to see his little sister again. He then said, "She's beautiful, Mom."

"And she has a wonderful big brother she has to look up to," I told him. "'We're going to have to stay the night. Less then 24 hours, we'll be able to leave. You understand, right?"

"Yeah, mom," said Cody. "I understand." I then pulled him in for a hug. A family group hug. If only Sweetie Belle was here with us. But, she's back home in Equestria. I'm sure she'll be able to meet Flora for the first time, and she'll be happy about it.






Equestria... One Week Later...


We returned to Equestria. All of us. I had put Flora in her new crib for her nap. Cody and Sweetie Belle watched as I set Flora in her new crib.

"She's so cute," Sweetie Belle said, quietly.

"Yeah," said Cody. "Flora really is cute."

"Alright, you two," I said, quietly. "It's time to get on out of here. Flora really needs her rest."

"Okay, Rarity," said Sweetie Belle. Then the two of them headed on out of the room. I then turned my head towards Flora, then I leaned in and kissed her on the forehead, just under her horn. I saw that Flora smiled after I did that. I then quietly walked out of the door. I saw Cody and Sweetie Bell waiting outside for me.

"When do you think is a good time to tell her?" asked Cody.

"Tell her what?" I asked.

"About her origin," said Cody.

"Well..." I said, thinking. "Perhaps we should wait until she's a proper age. Perhaps when she's eight we'll be able to tell her. But for right now, let her be a sweet little baby."

"Oh, I just can't wait," said Sweetie Belle. "Not only did I get a nephew, but a cute little niece as well. I can't wait to help raise her."

"That's the spirit, Sweetie Belle," I said. "Now, how about I get you two some lunch made. Let's head on down."

We headed on down to the kitchen area. Just as I was about to pull out some ingredients for quesadilla, thank goodness Twilight isn't here, there was a knocking on the kitchen door leading outside. I walked over to the door and outside was Diamond Tiara.

"Diamond Tiara," said Rarity. "How have you been doing, dear?"

"I've been doing fine," said Diamond Tiara. "I heard you all got back. And I see you got the baby out of you."

"Yes," I said. "Flora is asleep at the moment. Why don't you come in for some lunch."

"Sure," said Diamond Tiara. She walked in and sat at the table next to Cody. "Hi, Cody."

"Hi, Diamond," said Cody.

"I see that you two are becoming good friends," I said.

"It's more than that, Rarity," said Sweetie Belle. "Cody and Diamond are in love with each other."

"Really?!" I nearly shouted, but remembered to keep my voice down. "Aww. My little son has a filly friend. That's sweet. Now, let's get prepared to eat." I then thought to myself, "My little colt is growing up so fast. I hope his future turns out bright."






15 Years Later...


I couldn't believe it. After fifteen years, my son Cody, has grown up, and gotten married to Diamond Tiara. My son sure has grown up. A year after Flora was reborn, he, Danny and Alex have gotten their Cutie Marks. Cody's Cutie Mark is a city with a shooting star going across the sky, representing him bringing the town of Ponyville up. Danny's Cutie Mark is six bolts of lightning in six different colors: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue and Purple. He got it performing a Sonic Rainboom. Rainbow Dash was so proud of him that day. And Alex's mark was of a birthday cake with streamers and balloons around it. Pinkie sure has been teaching her a lot about parties.

And today, my son has married the mare of his dreams ever since they met as foals. And they were married by, none other than the ruler of Equestria for over 10 years, Princess Twilight Sparkle. As a side bonus, Filthy Rich and I settled to an agreement. Cody would help Filthy Rich at his store while Diamond Tiara helps out at my boutique here in Ponyville.

And as for Flora, when we told her about her origin, she was a little upset at first, but when we said that when it was the only way to save her life, she was stunned. So, that night, I let her sleep with me.

Alex and Danny got married as well. Alex was worried at first about marrying Danny, but as time came along, she was becoming less and less worried. She's now happy with her new way of life.

I was a little upset that Cody was going off to the Crystal Empire for his and Diamond's Honeymoon, but I knew he would be back. At least I would have Flora to keep me company. Cody and Diamond purchased a nice house close to my boutique and Filthy Rich's store. It has up to five bedrooms. I'm starting to think they're going to start a family of their own, soon.

Flora and I headed on to our home. I was sad to see him grow up. I still remember when Cody was just a little colt. I was about to go up to my room and cry. But then Flora grabbed my foreleg.

"Mom?" Flora asked. "Are you going to be okay?"

I still remembered I had more than one child. I smiled at her, pulled her in for a hug and said, "I'll be fine. Promise me one thing. When you get married, try not to leave me sad."

"I promise, Mom," said Flora. Flora and I then kept hugging the rest of the night. I know that I can't keep Cody my little colt... but I do know one thing. He'll have a wonderful future of his own.






THE END...