//------------------------------// // Best friend // Story: Spike Dorcha // by Dragon-In-Black //------------------------------// "Thorax?" Spike asked, confused. "Yeah... its me. What are you doing here?" Thorax asked, making Spike snap out of his trance. He began telling the tale. How he was arrested, how he was pleading not guilty of murder, and everything up until the point they met at the bar or strip club to be more precise. Thorax was beyond angry. He wanted to teach those ponies a lesson, but he knew he couldn't do that so he resorted to cursing their names, which made Spike and Vux laugh. Spike then realized something. "Hey Thorax?" Spike asked, Thorax who looked at him. "Not that I'm ungrateful or anything, but how did you know it was me? I'm literally all covered up, I literally look like an demon in this thing." Thorax laughed. It was true, Thorax knew it was him because of his scent. "Spike, I can smell you, literally. I smelt your scent and I followed it. It lead to you, so I naturally thought it was you." Thorax said, making Spike slowly nod in understanding. "So, Thorax, what are you doing here? Trying to find a wife?" Spike joked, making Thorax laugh and Vux blush. "No, sadly not. I came here to invest in this strip club to earn relatively easy money that isn't really illegal." Thorax said, making Spike nod in understanding. This was a common method used by royalty, rich ponies and creatures, and smart ponies and creatures. "Well, Thorax I hope you'll stay for as long as you possibly can." Spike said, making Thorax sigh sadly. "Sorry Spike, I only came for today. But you can come to the new and improved Changeling kingdom if you want?" Thorax asked, making Spike think about it. "Hmm, well, I'd like that. Would it be okay if I stayed for a longer period of time? At least until I can get back on my feet?" Spike asked, to which Thorax nodded. Thorax then looked at Vux who hadn't shared her love to anypony or creature, he smiled at her. "You can come to if you want Vux." Thorax said, making her smile brightly. Thorax didn't remember Vux that well, but he had heard stories of a traitorous changeling. He always wondered who that was, but now he knows. "We'll be leaving tonight. In other words, we can enjoy ourselves," Thorax said, making Spike and Vux smile like young children. They danced and partied for at least five hours. Spike even surprised himself that he lasted that long, while Vux fell asleep after her fifth bottle of vodka. Spike was amazed at that, he only thought Dragons and Kirins could last that long, but he had been proven wrong. Around nine o'clock they headed for a carriage that would lead them to the new Changeling kingdom. Vux was carried by Spike who actually looked amused by the situation. Thorax just snickered. Thorax and Spike sat facing each other, so they could talk. "Do you know who murdered Fleur De Lis?" Thorax asked, seriously. Spike shook his head. "Sorry Thorax, I really don't, all I know is that I was framed. It clearly worked if I'm here aren't i?" Spike asked, an rhetorical question. Thorax nodded in understanding, and dropped the subject. They flew over many cities and towns. Thorax and Spike were discussing the future. Spike had told Thorax what he had planned on doing when he gets back on his feet. Thorax was all for it, even though it included a coup. Spike had planned on taking all the cities of the badlands, and put it under one flag that would be one of the more powerful nations. Thorax would obviously help Spike in this, and even trade with him. The Crystal ponies were obviously gonna help him. After all, who wouldn't want to help Spike the Brave and Glorious? Spike chuckled at his own antics. When they finally arrived at the new Changeling kingdom, it was night time. Thorax's soldiers opened up the carriage door, and let their King, best friend and drunk Changeling out. Thorax made Spike follow him, and brought the sleeping Vux to a different room, so she could continue to sleep. Spike was then lead to a different room, that was his personal room every time he visited. Spike headed to the bedroom and said goodnight to Thorax. The room was filled with rooms. He had at least five rooms! His bedroom had a king sized bed with four claws as his symbol. He had an kitchen that was wide and had a lot of space, that Spike appreciated. He had two bathrooms that had two large bathtubs. He also had an living room that had three large sofas, a coffee table that had two different magazines of fashion trends for Changelings. Spike smiled. He jumped into the bed and he feel into beautiful sleep. Spike's dream. Spike was in some sort of battlefield, where ponies and creatures were dead left and right. Spike didn't know why he didn't react, but he assumed that he became accustomed to it, that he literally didn't care enough. He walked through the battlefield and saw pools of blood everywhere. It showed and great battle had taken place here. "I hope that you don't lose yourself Spike." A friendly voice called out to him. Spike spun, and saw princess Luna, and Cadence. They were alone and gave Spike an sad smile. Spike pulled of his helmet and gave them an stare. He knew that they tried to help him but he didn't know if they were genuine or not. He thought that this Luna and Cadence were fake. "So, my dreams are also corrupted now? Okay fake Luna and Cadence if you want a fight, then its an fight you'll get." Spike said, putting on his helmet. Luna and Cadence were surprised, and held their hoofs out to show they gave up. Spike pulled out his sword, and they just stared at him in shock. Had he really gone so far down this path? They sincerely hoped not. They understood that Spike has gone through so much, and he can't even tell the difference between real and fake. Spike then suddenly, pulled his sword down. "I have missed you two." Spike said, embracing them in a hug. Cadence and Luna happily returned it. Spike began to tell where he had been for the day. They were surprised and shocked that he had gotten an armor that had Basilisk venom in it, it is one of the most expensive armor's that exists. Spike explained how he had killed an Griffin because he walked into an lamp post. To say Luna and Cadence were surprise was an understatement, but they learned and understood Spike's logic even if they didn't agree to it. He showed them his sword and Luna was ecstatic to learn of the fine weapon her nephew have. "Spike, sorry to interrupt our fun, but i need to tell you. The whole Crystal Empire demand war against princess Celestia, your mother. When they heard that you were banished from a crime you didn't commit, they exploded with anger and said they wanted nothing to do with Equestria or Celestia as a whole." Cadence said, but to their surprise Spike smiled sadly. "I kind of had a feeling that would happen, but its their own fault in my opinion. I'm currently staying in the new Changeling kingdom with Thorax and a mare Changeling named Vux, and no Cadence were not in love." Spike said, making Cadence smirk at him. "Are you sure? Like really sure?" Cadence Asked, and Spike opened his mouth, and he realized what she tried to do and immediately closed it, making Cadence and Luna grin mischievous grins. "Me and my big mouth." Spike muttered to himself, but Cadence and Luna heard it and giggled. "Well, i hope the Crystal Ponies aren't blaming you for my banishment. I mean it isn't your fault or anypony's really. Or have they started riots?" Spike asked, making Cadence sighed and giggle at the last part. "Well, i wouldn't be surprised if they start riots. They have created groups as Spike's Liberation Front and Spike's Republican Youths." Cadence said, making Spike laugh. "Jeez, they really care about me ah?" Spike said, making Cadence stare at him in disbelief. "Spike if they could, they would only make you and your descendants the king of the Crystal Empire, maybe even Equestria as a whole." Cadence said, and Spike burst out laughing. "I can see that happen actually." Luna said, giggling. "But it would be very entertaining." All of a sudden Spike felt a pull, and he was drifting away from his dream. "Looks like our time is up Spike." Luna said, sadly. Spike didn't respond as he was pulled away from his dream. Spike woke up, and saw that Vux was looking at him with curious eyes. She then squeaked with surprise, when she saw he looked at her. Spike then to her surprise hugged her, she happily returned it. They were like that for a few minutes then they let go of each other. "Did you sleep well Vux?" Spike asked, sincerely. "I sleept well. I came to wake you up, but i heard you speaking in your sleep." Vux said, making Spike sit up with surprise. He hoped she didn't hear to much. "Don't worry i didn't understand what you were speaking. You spoke an language i have never heard in my life." Vux said, making Spike frown in confusion. "Okay, should we go to breakfast?" Spike asked, making Vux nod in agreement. Spike got out of bed and headed out from his room. He had sleept with his armor, because it also worked as an pajamas. Spike walked with Vux down an corridor. They walked through the Changeling city, many bowing in Spike's presence. Spike bowed back to some in respect, and continued his way around the city. They walked until they were outside an restaurant that had one of the best salads Spike has ever had. The restaurant was called; Fierx. The Changeling that owned the restaurant is from Saddle Arabia. His name is also Fierx. Spike walked inside with Vux who looked amazed by the food that was on the menu. Fierx looked up and smiled at Spike. "Spike! Welcome back! I... heard about what happened. I'm sorry." Fierx said, making Spike smile in thankfulness. "Thanks Fierx. This is my friend Vux, Vux meet one of my friends Fierx." Spike said, making Vux stretch out her hoof to the mint-coloured changeling with orange eyes. "Well hello, so your the Changeling that has caught Spike's heart. I'm not surprised, your absolutely stunning." Fierx said, making Spike and Vux blush like tomatoes. "N-no w-were j-j-just friends!" Vux said, making Fierx laugh. "Of course you are, that is how every single relationship starts! Anyways, what would you like?" Fierx asked, making Spike sighed in relief of the dropped subject. "I want the tomato salad, with extra unions." Spike said, making Fierx nod. "And I'll take the cucumber salad, with tomatoes please." Vux said, making Fierx smile in approval. Spike and Vux sat down at an table near an large window that you could look out of. They were talking a little about what they would do for the future and how they were going to help the badlands. Spike wanted to rule badlands, and start trading with other nations except Equestria. One of the nations he wanted to help the most was the Crystal Empire. He knew the Crystal Ponies would do everything in their power to make sure Spike The Brave And Glorious had strong allies. Spike smiled at what Cadence had told him, if it really was true than he really did have ponies he could trust. Fierx came with their food and left. Spike and Vux were eating and enjoying themselves, when Thorax walked inside in an haze towards Spike and Vux. Spike looked up at his friend in surprise, Thorax stormed to them, looking absolutely frantic. "Spike, princess Celestia, and princess Twilight Sparkle are on their way to the empire! I'm sorry Spike, I completely forgot about the meeting I had with them!" Thorax said, and Spike nodded giving his friend an hug. "Its okay Thorax, everypony and creature make mistakes. Anyways, me and Vux have planned on going back to the badlands anyways. You see, we hope to create a new nation were we are stronger than Equestria, but that we have many allies. I was hopping you and your Changelings would be one of those allies." Spike said, making Thorax nod frantically. "You don't even need to ask, I'll be your ally." Thorax said, then he smirked at Spike. "I also have heard words about Spike's Liberation Front and Spike's Republican Youths." Spike groaned but still giggled at this. "It seems like my fans have decided to start an new revolution. I wouldn't be surprised if they actually started with violent riots." Spike said, making Vux and Thorax laugh. They continued to talk, and eventually, Spike and Vux had to leave. They had gotten an carriage that would take them to the badlands. On the way there, Spike was wondering how he would take over without gaining to much attention. Spike sighed, it would be an very long road. He knew it wouldn't be easy, but he wasn't one to give up. He then smiled an menacing smile. He would rule his nation with an iron claw.