Miss Kind's house was magnificent! I sensed peppermint as soon as I walked in with Pearl, and the floor was constructed of brown marble. We headed right to the kitchen, where I noticed fairy lights strung over the countertops. "Snowflake, take a seat," Pearl spoke as we walked over to some chairs. I nodded and moved to come and sit. "What type of tea do you tend to favour?" She enquired.
"May I have have a mint tea?" I asked. Pearl laughed, and I contemplated what she considered humorous. "Sorry about that! It's only that Auntie like mint tea as well, and you remind me of her so much." Pearl observed my befuddled reaction and inserted this comment.
"Your Aunt is a lovely unicorn... I wasn't warmly welcomed here, and then she turned up. She certainly has a compassionate spirit," I complimented. Pearl smirked shortly before making a saddened grimace. "What's the concern?" I nailed the sight; it's the precise expression my mother used to possess when one of her flowers perished.
"It's really generous of you to say things like this, Snowflake, but you must take extra precautions in this city. Nopony, for whatever reason, like accepting criticism, despite the fact that they are all very strict. My mother usually had a bright smile on her face and was often encouraging ponies. They used to give her a filthy look in exchange, which I never appreciated. They're typically dreary and harsh." Pearl informed before bringing the mint tea in front of me. I lifted the tea and poured it in my mouth.
"May I ask... You don't appear to be from hereabouts." Pearl exposed. I set my cup down and fixed my gaze on her. "Oh, no... No, I've lived here my entire life. My parents died not long ago, and I decided I couldn't stay at their cottage any anymore." I deceived her. When Pearl heard this, she enlarged her eyes and clasped my hoof into hers. "I'm truly sorry! That's dreadful... My parents also passed, and my Aunt has been caring for me ever since; I understand how you feel, Snowflake" She clarified. I honoured her for her thoughtfulness.
After I concluded my tea, I joined Pearl in washing and drying the cups. "If you're eager, we have a library... There are several excellent books there, and if you're bored, it's a phenomenal way to unwind" She elaborated. I offered her a friendly gesture and let her lead the way.
We went up some spiralling stairs, and they had golden leaves imprinted onto the bars. As we approached the passage, I spotted portraits of the seasons painted on the walls; it was all so intriguing! "As you can see, my Aunt adores the changing of the seasons!" Pearl remarked as she observed me studying at the picture.
"My mother used to truly appreciate it as well! She was infatuated with greenery and anything ecological. Almost like the main 6's Fluttershy..." I drifted off into my thoughts yet again. Pearl rested her hoof on my shoulder as she spotted me checking back. "So... you like the main 6 as well? So do I; in fact, Auntie purchased me numerous books on some of their biggest triumphs and conquests. You are welcome to read it if you wish" She shone at me when she uncovered something I appreciated. We proceeded into the library as I accepted.
I sat down, and Pearl went to get the main 6 books for me to browse over. "Thank you so much, Pearl! I'm so glad I encountered you; you're incredible and generous!" I thanked her.
"Exactly like beautiful Rarity taught us hahaha!" Pearl burst into laughter as she sat across from me. I embraced her in her laughter.
We continued to read. We were consuming one book after another, and after about ten books... The doorbell rang on.