//------------------------------// // First day of summer (Updated 1/12/2023) // Story: Love of Magic & Empathy // by ScisetShimmerEvan //------------------------------// “It’s summer vacation,” Twilight excitedly yelled, as she exited CHS with her friends by her side, who were all excited for their summer. They had a really busy school year together ever since Twilight transferred to CHS. From getting used to their geodes at Camp Everfree after stopping Gloriosa, to winning a cash prize with the help of the Shadowbolts, visiting a Daring-Do film in the works, meeting Starlight Glimmer, Princess Twilight’s student from Equestria, and finally the Memory Stone Incident with Wallflower Blush. But we don't talk about that one for obvious reasons. “Ah summer, I’ve been thinking about this all year long after going through another boring, but exciting school year,” confessed Rainbow Dash. “Surprised how much has happened this semester as juniors.” Said a happy Applejack. “We got these cool glowly geodes that give us powers and transform into these power ponies superheroes!!!” Said a hyped Pinkie Pie. “We met Starlight Glimmer and faced some new foes,” replied Fluttershy as she removed Angle from her backpack. “Along with friending Wallflower Blush and Juniper Montage,” Twilight said as she sat down on the steps to the school's entrance. “And don't forget that Twilight and I are now a couple,” Sunset shared, as she sat down next to Twilight as the two blushed before Sunset wrapped her arm around her girlfriend. “Oh and don’t forget the new looks we all have now,” said a happy Rarity, before all of them went silent around her. “Well, at least a change was nice. Anyway, darlings since that’s what Twilight and Sunset did after they both turned into those monsters.” Thanks a lot Rarity. “So, what’s everyone’s plan for the summer?” Asked Sunset. “Well for starters, Applejack and I are trying to find a summer job,” Rarity said, as she moved towards her friend in question. “We haven’t decided on where we'll apply to yet, but we're hoping we’ll find a place to work for the summer.” “As for the rest of us, we’ll probably continue our jobs,” said a happy Fluttershy as she snuggled Angle in her arms. “What about you Sunset? And Twilight too?” Asked Rainbow Dash. “Well, we sadly don’t have our jobs anymore unlike the rest of you. But we already got our schedule planned out,” said Sunset sadly, before it turned into a happy mood. “What is it? I just have to know!” Said an excited Rarity. “After talking things out with my parents, they’ve allowed Sunset to stay with us for the summer. We don’t know what we might do the first summer as a couple.” “But whatever we plan we know it’ll be great,” Sunset said as she kissed Twilight on the cheek. “Hopefully we’ll still be able to see the rest of you this summer. But if we do, all have our numbers to see if we're down to doing anything fun together,” said Twilight. “Well I better get going I need to get to the animal shelter. See you later girls.” “Bye Fluttershy,” said her six friends. After Fluttershy left the rest of them left one by one to go their separate ways for the day except for Twilight and Sunset as they waited for their friends to leave before they were alone in front of the entrance to CHS. “Well, I’m sure glad that I’ll be spending my summer with you Twilight.” “And I’m glad that my parents have allowed it Sunset. I still can't believe they allowed it.” “Yeah. Come on, we better get to my apartment. I need to pack some things before we get on over to your place. That and I kinda haven’t packed anything yet. Including Ray’s cage and some food for him.” “That’s fine Sunset. I won’t mind lending a hand. We better get going before my brother picks us up later.” After a short walk to Sunset’s apartment, they entered her one-story apartment building so they can get started on packing some of Sunset's for her stay with Twilight's family over the summer. After entering the apartment and closing the door behind them Twilight removed her hairpin from her ponytail, letting her hair come down behind her shoulders. “I’ve been meaning to ask you this lately Twilight, but is there a reason whenever it's just the two of us, you like to have your hair down compared to a ponytail like you usually do? No offense.” “None taken Sunset. I just like to. Can’t a girl do what she wants?" "Touché." "But I do also prefer to have my hair like this than in a bun or ponytail. And I kinda just do it since you like seeing me this way. And cause there's no one around to question if I'm the princess from Equestria.” “Not to mention that’s the way your hair was after I saved you,” Sunset said as the two of them went into a kiss before settling down on the couch. “Also, about the time we first met at the Friendship Games. I have an apology to make. I should have said this to you weeks after you started at CHS, but I never got around to doing it. For obvious reasons," Sunset said while scratching her back neck in awkwardness. “What is it Sunset?” Twilight asked as she turned to face her, getting a grip of Sunset's hand. “I’m sorry for the way I acted to you. With the yelling during the tri-cross rally, wondering what you were up to. Even facing you as a component made me feel that-” Sunset had already gotten a few tears rolling down her face as more started to appear before Twilight interrupted her. “Sunset it wasn’t your fault. I was still a part of Crystal Crep back then. I deserved it. I could have killed someone if you didn’t stop me in time when I turned into Midnight Sparkle. But what I’m trying to say is, you don’t need to apologize. You did it because you didn't want any magic to affect the Friendship Games or let anyone get seriously hurt. Plus, after everything you helped me with going from my fear of magic, all the advice you gave me, along with being new as friends at the time being, I understand everything now. And I’m very happy to call you my girlfriend. Especially after the Memory Stone Incident and when we'd talk it out and had that date of ours. I've felt the happiest I've ever been since that night.” Twilight said, before wiping some of Sunset’s tears away and hugging her in the process. “Thank you Twilight. You wouldn’t know how I’d feel if I didn’t save you and our friend's memories after the Memory Stone Incident.” “Neither would I Sunset. Neither would I. But it's water under the bridge. What matter now is that we'll be spending our summer together with my family.” The two girls shared a nice laugh after that before starting to get Sunset’s stuff ready before Shining Armor was to arrive. After about a half-hour of packing Sunset's stuff, which she'd bring during her stay with the Sparkle family the two friends sat down on the couch waiting for Shining Armor's arrival. The time was 4:10 p.m. and Twilight got a text from her brother saying he’ll be there in five minutes. “My brother says he’ll be here in five minutes. You got everything you need? Sunset?” Sunset wasn’t paying attention till Twilight got her attention. “Huh? Um sorry, Twilight I guess I was daydreaming.” “What were you thinking? If you don’t want to tell me, I'll understand.” “It's fine Twilight. It's just. I’ve gotten so used to this place so much since I first came here, that it feels like home now. It may be small but it's fine the way it is. And, I feel like I might get a little homesick while staying with your family for the summer. Even though I’ll have you and your family for company, I'm still not one hundred ready for this.” “I understand Sunset. I mean, since you started to be with our friends more often they felt like family to you. But if you’d like, if you ever feel homesick we can stay here for a night or two?” “I'll think about it Twilight. Thanks.” “Any time.” After a minute went by the sound of a car's horn was heard signaling that Shining Armor had arrived. Twilight and Sunset soon packed Sunset’s luggage before getting into the car. “Hey, Twily. How was your day?” Shining Armor asked as Twilight shut the car door. “It was great. I was a bit upset at first that I’ll be on summer vacation for the next three months, but I got over it. Especially since Sunset will be staying with us. How’s Candance doing? Has she gotten used to being the Principal of Crystal Prep yet?” “Yes and no. She has been enjoying it, but she's been thinking of stepping down and finding someone to take her place.” “Why is that?” Sunset asked. “Since we have a child now, we haven’t been able to put all our focus on raising Flurry Heart. Candance has been thinking about spending more time at home taking care of her as any mother should be.” “Makes sense. You have told me that being a father is a big responsibility. Especially at a young age.” “I may only be in my late twenties Twilight, but I’ve been handling things ok as the Vice Principal of Crystal Prep and a father at the same time. Even if there’s been a few nights I hardly get much sleep since Flurry Heart was born, same with Candance we're still learning what it's like to be parents and raise a child. But with time, I know things will turn out well.” A few minutes go by with Twilight continuing to talk with her brother about her day until Shining Armor decided to change the topic. “Have you girls yet talked about the sleeping arrangements?” “Crap! I forgot. I’m so sorry Sunset. I was distracted by the fact that I wasn't happy summer was starting and there'd be no school for three months, and-” “It’s fine Twilight. We'll talk about it when we get to your place in a bit. Speaking of Flurry Heart, how is she doing? I haven’t seen her since she was born.” “She’s doing great. She’s going to daycare and has even made friends with the Mr. & Mrs. Cakes kids Pound Cake and Pumpkin Cake. Sure is great to see her making friends. It just brings tears to my eyes,” Shining said as he wiped a few tears out of his eyes. After they arrived at Twilight’s house it was now close to 5 pm. The girls soon said their goodbyes to Shining Armor as he drove off home before going inside to be greeted by Twilight’s parents. “Good evening girls how was your day?” Twilight Velvet asked as she closed the door behind them. “It was fine mom. Sunset has everything we need. We're gonna go and get them set up in my room.” “Ok Twilight. Do you need any help Sunset?” “Yes please, Ms. Sparkle. My hands are already full with Ray’s cage in my hands.” “Ok, then Sunset. Anything to help my daughter’s girlfriend,” she said as she grabbed Sunset’s duffle bag. After getting to Twilight’s room and being greeted by Spike, Sunset put Ray’s cage on a dresser in Twilight’s room and her bags off in a corner after Twilight’s mother left them to do some unpacking. Once the unpacking was finished the doorbell rang as the clock struck 6 p.m. while the smell of pizza filled the house. While the girls were unpacking Twilight Velvet went and ordered them some pizza from their local pizza place they order from. Since Sunset was a vegetarian like Fluttershy the two girls just shared a plain vegetarian cheese pizza while Twilight Velvet got pepperoni for herself and her husband. Twilight didn’t mind the pizza was vegetarian. She still liked it, even if it wasn't what she was used to. They then headed off to the living room to watch a movie. Spike later joined them and started moaning for them to give them some of their pizza. They eventually did, which the two girls did allow as long as he cut down the noise. After they finished their movie they both went to Twilight's room to get ready for bed. It was now 9:30 p.m. and the two girls spent a bit talking about their weekend plans before Twilight decided to talk about sleeping arrangements. “So I have 3 different sleeping arrangements for you to decide on. You could use my sleeping bag to sleep on the floor. My little sitting area near my window. Or my bed. It's big enough for the both of us but if you don’t want to sleep in my bed Sunset that’s fine with-” “I won't mind sharing a bed with you Twilight. As long as you're ok with it.” “Of course Sunset,” Twilight replied as the two of them came close looking into each other's eyes before going into a kiss. After Sunset said goodnight to Ray the two girls got ready for bed. They originally decided to go and change into their usual pajamas but were feeling lazy and decided to just strip down to their bra & panties. As they put their clothes away and their geodes in a safe place, they looked at each other only in their different colored underclothing. Twilight was wearing pink and white underclothing while Sunset was in a black and yellow one. The two girls blushed at each other at first before getting into bed. After a few minutes of adjusting in bed, they both looked at the window Twilight had above her bed to see the night sky and moon shining at them. Twilight then removes her glasses and puts them to the side before turning to face Sunset. “This sure was a great school year Sunset. It was probably the best one I’ve had in a very long time. And I have to thank you and the girls for it.” “It was my pleasure Twilight. This was probably the best one for me as well. Even if the Memory Stone was the only part of the year that was the worst part for me, I’m just glad it's over. And I get to spend some time with you now.” “Same here. Say, do you mind helping me with something tomorrow? I have been thinking about cleaning my closet out for a while now and I could use some help. There's a lot and I don't think I'll be able to do it all by myself.” “Sure Twilight. Maybe when we're done we can head out to the park.” “I’d love that Sunset. Anyway, Sunset goodnight. I love you,” Twilight said as she kissed her in reply. “Goodnight Twilight. I love you too,” Sunset said as she kissed her back before they both went into a third kiss this time on the lips. As the two slowly fell asleep Sunset was hyped for what her summer will have in store as she slept away with her girlfriend by her side.