//------------------------------// // Chapter 6 // Story: Hitch-ing the Trailblazer into the Zipp-ing Storm // by Twilyx360 //------------------------------// Zipp and Hitch walked out of the cafe. On their way to the Station to find Sunny, Izzy & Pipp. And catch up on Zoom, Thunder, Spark and the rest of the critters to see how they’re holding up. As they were walking. Zipp sneezed “achew!” It was very quiet and high pitched. And Hitch smiled. “Aw. Is that your sneeze?” Zipp confused looked at Hitch “what?” Said Zipp. “It’s just so… cute!” Hitch said in glee. “It’s a normal sneeze.” Zipp replied. Zipp was not amused. They continued walking and Hitch was chuckling. “I can’t believe it, the whole time. You had the cutest sneeze of all time.” Hitch said as Zipp turned around to face him.  “I am not cute!” Shouted Zipp. She was blushing and had a slight grin on her face. She was trying so hard to hide it. She could’ve sworn she heard Sunny, Izzy and Pipp giggling in the background. “The angrier you get the cuter you are.” Said Hitch. Zipp’s face was almost completely red by this point, and she would’ve laughed her head off. Her attempt to hide this reaction would’ve been impossible. She tackled Hitch. But all in good fun no less. Nopony was hurt. She started tickling Hitch. Aggressively, to hide her reaction. “You better surrender to the sheriff, especially since Sunny told me where your ‘tickle spot’ is!” She shouted. Hitch was laughing. “Bahaha Zipp cut it out! Ok, ok I surrender.” This made Zipp stop tickling him. Hitch got up and they shared a short laugh as they continued to walk along. Until several ponies were standing in front of them. Hitch & Zipp faces went wide eyed. “Oh no.” Said Hitch. As one pony said. “Oh my god it’s ‘the’ Zipp & Hitch!” Said one pony and the 2 made a run for the station with the herd of fans giving chase. Hitch & Zipp tried hiding everywhere they could. In phone booths, flowerpots, in store windows, on top of buildings, behind lamp posts and even in the sewer. And there still wasn’t any sign of Sunny, Izzy & Pipp. Eventually after much chasing around they lost them. And collapsed by the station. Zoom & Thunder opened the door. “Hey, you two, how’s it going?” Said Hitch as he stepped inside. “Oh, it’s been going great Hitch.” Said Thunder. Hitch looked around and he was impressed. Everything was really well organized and secure. Hitch walked over to Sparky’s crib. And found him sound asleep. “Oh him. He was actually not that hard to take care of. These critters of yours know what to do Hitch.” Said Zoom with a smile. “So why do you both look out of breath?” Asked Thunder. Zipp shrunk down in a chair. “It’s a long story.” Hitch was more straightforward. “Chased by fans.” Zoom & Thunder looked at each other and both said. “Yeah.” “Anyway, now that you’re both here. Sunny told me to tell you. She needs you both back at the Crystal Brighthouse.” Said Zoom. “Ok thanks Zoom. We’ve been looking for her for a while now.” Hitch said as he & Zipp walked out of the station. They arrived at the Crystal Brighthouse. The doors swung open. And nopony was there. They looked around inside the house. Still nopony. “Why is she not here?” Asked Zipp. “I don’t know.” Hitch Replied. Zipp sat down at the table. “Me neither.” Zipp laid her head down and blushed. “Are you ok? Did my teasing bother you Asked Hitch. “Well, I…it didn’t I just uh…” Zipp stumbled. “Hey, look if you felt embarrassed or anything I’m sorry-“ “Nah, don't be like that. You were just teasing me because we were having too much fun. You know somepony loves you if they tease you.” Said Zipp with sincerity. She picked her head up. “Yeah.” Said Hitch as he sat down next to her. “I was more embarrassed by the mob of fans. I didn’t expect the noise to get them to notice us.” Said Zipp. Hitch’s head fell into his hooves. “Actually, yeah that was pretty bad.” Zipp nodded in agreement. “Ok let’s agree to never shout like that outside ever again.” Said Hitch groaning. “Agreed” Zipp & Hitch hoofbumped. “Zipp! Hitch!” Hitch heard a voice from outside the Brighthouse. Zipp & Hitch walked outside. And they went to the beach below. And they finally found them. “Over here!” They both said as the other 3 came running up to them. -Later- Sunny was at the center of the table. Talking about some upcoming plans. “So, we’re all invited to go to Zephyr Heights on a vacation for a week. We have 2 days to start packing.” “Zoom & Thunder could cover me for that long?” Hitch asked “Oh sure. Queen Haven assures you they’ll be fine. Did you check them?” Asked Sunny. “Well yeah. They’re doing good.” Hitch assured. “Good. So, you’re all on board with this. Right?” Asked Sunny. “Oh yeah!” Said Hitch. “You’d better believe it!” Said Pipp. “Bawaaaagahh!” Said Izzy in approval. “Sure thing.” Said Zipp. “Ok good. Now Zipp, I wanted to talk about this with you very quickly.” Said Sunny more seriously. “Now Zipp, I know you’ve been avoiding Zephyr Heights lately. But your mom promised to not give any lectures or lessons about anything. She told me if it would make you happy it would be fine by her. So, you're still coming along.” Said Sunny. “Yeah of course. Just as long as I don’t have to do anything like ‘that’” Said Zipp. Still a bit uncertain. “Then it’s settled. We’ll start packing tomorrow. But for now, we should get to sleep first.” Sunny said as she started her way to the bedroom. The others followed suit except for Zipp. Hitch was headed out until she stopped him. “Hey Hitch. Thanks so much for tonight. I couldn’t have asked for anything better.” Zipp said as she blushed. “Thank you too. I needed this for a while. Tonight, was great. And well. You were great. Goodnight Zipp.” Hitch said as he blushed.  “Goodnight.” They waved to each other as Hitch walked away. -Later that night- Everypony was asleep. Except for Zipp. She still struggled with the fact she'd be going back to Zephyr Heights. Even though she knew it would be ok. She tried to get her mind off of it. And she figured out a way. She thought of what she and Hitch did that night. And how casual it was. And it did the job. She was out like a light. Little did she know Hitch. Would have the same thought process as he went to sleep too.