//------------------------------// // Chapter 46: The Union of Fire and Fluff // Story: Chaotic Harmony // by shirotora //------------------------------// August 1, 1005, Today promised to be interesting. Two of the weirdest ponies in the history of Equestria were going to become the weirdest couple in the history of Equestria. That's right people, this was the day of Phoenix and Pinkie's wedding. “Good, again.” I said. I decided it was a good idea to teach Midnight how to defend himself. With that cult still out there he wasn't safe. Luckily he was a natural. He launched himself at the pad I held delivering a flurry of blows. They were far from perfect, but well beyond that of a normal student a month in training. “Breakfast!” called Jynx from the back door. “Your speeds good but your control is lacking.” I pointed out, “You can be the fastest in the world, but if your strikes are clumsy, they're useless.” “It's hard to get speed, strength, AND control at the same time.” he said, sounding a little discouraged. “It's OK, Mid.” I said, “I've been doing this for twenty years, and I still have trouble sometimes. It's not about perfection, it's about improvement. How do we improve?” “Practice.” he said. “Ding Ding Ding!” I said, “What do we have for him?” Jynx chuckled, “We have this delicious, nutritious stack of buttermilk pancakes, complete with syrup.” “Oh, mom.” he sighed shaking his head, “It's bad enough when dad's this weird. Can't you try to be the normal one?” “Where's the fun in that?” Jynx said, “I use to be normal... then I took your father to the knee.” “Really, Jynx?” I said. “What?” she asked, “I don't care if it's overused on Earth, this is Equestria so nah.” she stuck her tongue out at me. “Poop head.” was my witty come back. “That's enough children.” Midnight said in a stern voice. That was it. All three of us broke out laughing, “We're, haha, the weirdest family ever.” “I'm not that weird.” Jynx said. “Mom, you have a gundam in the basement of our house.” he gave her a deadpan stare. “That's not weird, that's awesome.” she retorted. “She's got a point, son.” I said. “It would be cooler if it was Death Scythe.” my druidic son pointed out. “Why does everypony keep saying that!” Jynx said, “Wing Zero is the coolest by far.” “Nope, sorry babe.” I said, “The kids right. Death Scythe is the best.” We finished our meal and went into the main area. The good thing about staying at the library is all the books. Most people found it hard to believe that beneath my cool, sexy exterior was a genius. I loved the books on magic of course. Most of them were for unicorn magic but even they could be used to create a similar spell with crystal or rune magic. Even if they couldn't it was interesting to learn the kinds of spells unicorns could learn. “Hay, dad,” Midnight called me from my book. “Yeah, bud.” I asked, looking up, “Where are you?” I asked. “This is awesome.” he said from somewhere. I got up to look around for him and called, “Will you come out and show me what's so cool.” “OK.” I jumped as he came out of the wall beside me, the wood rippling around him. “Whoa,” I said calming myself down, “That is pretty cool. What made you think to try that.” He shrugged his shoulders with a, “Uhuh. I just thought about it.” “How many other tricks do you have up your sleeve?” I asked. “Oh dad, Ponies don't wear sleeves.” he said, feigning ignorance. “You know what I mean.” I chuckled, “You got any new tricks or what?” “Maybe.” he said with a Pinkie grin. “I have one for you,” Jynx said as she walked in carrying Razor, “It called “It's your turn to change your son”. I’m sure you'll love it.” She passed the smelly cub/foal to me, and my nose was furious, “Holy cow. You made this one extra special just for me didn't you.” he answered with a laugh. --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- “How long do I have to wear this for?” Midnight complained about his suit. “Until after the wedding.” I told him, “You're not going in there looking like a slob, and we could only get a sitter for Razor. Plus I bet Applebloom will think you're handsome.” His eyes shot open at the mention of his sweetheart, “Wh-what do you mean? I mean why would I care if a girl likes it.” “Uh-hu.” I smirked at him, “So you haven't been staring at her with a big stupid grin plastered on your mug? I'm sure she'll be disappointed when I break it to her.” “NO!!!” he said and quickly threw his hooves over his mouth, “OK I like her. She nice and funny and pretty and smells nice...” his eyes half closed and the same stupid grin I was talking about made it's way across his face. “It's a nice feeling isn't it?” I asked, “Being with someone you care about. It's like nothing else matters.” “Yeah.” he said, “How do you know?” I laughed, “I get that same feeling around your mom. Phoenix and Pinkie get it with each other I'm sure.” “So is it OK with you if I ask her to be my filly friend?” he asked. Fear like none I had ever known gripped me. If I said yes, I would have to give him “the talk”, but I couldn't deny his happiness. I resigned myself to my fate, “Yeah, but make sure AJ's OK with it too.” He latched onto me like a vice, “Thankyouthankyouthankyouthankyouthankyou!” “OK, kiddo, you're all set, now let me go and wait downstairs so I can get dressed.” I told him. --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- He was still nervous. Phoenix was sweating as he stood at the alter. I stood at his side as Dash, AJ, Fluttershy, Rarity, and Jynx waited at the other side. We were still waiting for Celestia or Luna. Since Pinkie was a knight of Equestria, a member of the royal family was to oversee the ceremony. With a pop, the princess of the sun appeared, “Hello, my little ponies, and you too my little kitten. Shall we begin.” At that Spike, seated at the organ, began playing “Here comes the bride”. The doors at the back of the Ponyville chapel slowly swung open. I was shocked at how gorgeous Pinkie was in her dress. damn, you're a lucky stallion, Phee. I thought. His nervousness vanished as she walked down the isle as the crusaders hopped in front spreading confetti (it was appropriate considering the bride). She arrived at the side her soon to be husband and we looked to Celestia. To our confusion, though, she took a few steps back and then to the side, revealing another alicorn behind her. “TWILIGHT!” we all cheered in unison, rushing to embrace our friend. “Hi everypony.” she said, “Sorry I’ve been gone so long, but you'll be happy to know that my first official royal duty is to over see the wedding of one of Equestria's bravest ponies.” Pinkie gasped, “Really! Which one?” she asked, honestly not knowing. We all sheared a laugh before Twilight answered, “Yours of course. Now get back to your places.” When I got a good look at her, she really looked the same. The only difference was her horn was a few inches longer and pointed, her shout was barely longer, and her mane had the same ethereal element as her mother's. “Dearly beloved.” Twilight began. The ceremony was pretty standard until the end when Pinkie grabbed Phoenix and gave him a kiss right out of one of those old black and white romance movies. You know, the one where the guy leans the girl back, holding her. --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- The reception was great. The spread was awesome with pastries of all sorts, several things I couldn't eat, and... sushi. Believe it of not, Rainbow Dash is a damn fine sushi chef. There was every kind imaginable. She even made a platter of eel nigiri just for me. I was busy stuffing my face when I saw Midnight talking to AJ. I knew what was going on so I approached. AJ gave me a kinds worried expression and walked over to meet me. “Ah take it ya know what he was askin?” she asked. “He wants to ask Applebloom out.” I answered, “Yeah, and I'm guessin you're having the same fear as me?” “The talk...” she said ominously. “Yeah.” I said, “I'm not looking forward to it either, but we're going to have to give it soon anyway. There at the age where they're gonna start noticin' the opposite sex.” “That don't mean Ah wanna give it.” she said, “It's times like these Ah wish mom and dad were here. They didn't seem to have a problem givin it to me.” she thought about t for a bit, “Ah guess yer right. Ah'll have to give it to her soon anyway, so...” She turned to Midnight who was waiting patiently, “Ya have my blessin'. Ya can court my little sister.” Midnight beamed and gave the cowpony a hug, “Thank you miss AJ.” It was time for the bride and groom's first dance. The band started getting ready as a khaki colored stallion with a light brown mane ant tail and guitar cutie mark took stage. When the band was ready the began playing as the stallion started singing Pinkie and Phoenix took the dance floor and each other's hooves. The started moving with the music, letting it take them. It really was a beautiful song, and soon Jynx and I, along with a few other couples, joined the newlyweds on the floor. “This takes me back.” Jynx said, her head on my shoulder. “Yeah.” I said, “You remember our song?” She sighed, “Of course, “If This World Were Mine” by Luther Vandross and Cheryl Lynn.” “I love that song.” I said. “Yeah, Earth has a lot of great music like that.” she said, “I wish I could meet some of the artists.” “It would be nice to go back, “ I said, “but only for a visit. Even if I could I wouldn't stay. This is my home now.” “That makes me so happy.” she said. “Hay, babe look.” I nodded to the edge of the dance floor, “That's cute.” “Oh Celestia, that's too much cute.” she replied. Off to the side Midnight and Applebloom were dancing near the table the other two crusaders were sitting at. Sweetie bell had her chin in her hooves with a dreamy expression, while Scootaloo just looked irritated. “When did he learn to dance?” I asked. “When did you?” Jynx replied. “Umm, chaos magic?” At least that's what I figured. We danced the night away. Too soon the party ended and we had to leave. AJ was sitting in the corner smiling at the two young lovebirds asleep, leaning on each other for support, with content smiles on their faces. “Ain't that just the most darlin' sight ya ever did see?” asked the farm filly. “It's a shame we have to wake them.” Jynx said. “Hold on. I need a picture of this.” I put my index fingers and thumbs together like a director looking for a shot, “Click, click” I said as a flash emanated from my finger. Two pictures slipped from my breast pocket. I handed one to Applejack and I slipped the other into my back pocket. “Ah see someone's getting their magic back.” AJ said. “It's mostly the amulet.” I admitted, “I love the thing. Now we have to commit a crime against adorablity and wake these two up.” “Speak fer yerself.” AJ said as she just flung the STILL sleeping Applebloom on her back and trotted off. I just chuckled and tried the same, though more gently. “Applebloom?” he looked with half closed eyes. “You're getting heavy, kid.” I said “Oh, hi dad.” he said and laid his head back down on me, “You carried a bear for Fluttershy. I'm sure you'll manage.” We gave our farewells to the happy couple as we left. This day was a great day. Two of my friends got married, two others came home, and my son found his first love. Tomorrow though, was going to suck. I was going to have to teach Midnight about... sex. **************************************************** Fact #2: All ponies have a form of contact based telekinetic field surrounding their hooves. This is what allows them to manipulate objects. Though they don't have the control of magic, mouth, or hands/claws/paws, they can be adjusted in ways that allow some fine control. This field is also what allows pegasi to walk on clouds and manipulate weather, and helps earth ponies stimulate plant growth. Author's note: The next chapter is the beginning if the next major arc. It's also going to introduce the next crossover OC. You'll like who I got permission to use, s/he's a popular one.