After two days of packing. The 5 friends were in a carriage on their way to Zephyr Heights in the dead of night.
And Pipp had one of her original songs playing that she always loved playing on road trips. And it was incredibly catchy. They were all having a great time.
Eventually they arrived near the city. The lights within made it stand out like a beacon.
“There it is.” Said Sunny excited as everyone looked out the window.
And Hitch was chuckling. “Heheh It’s actually kind of intimidating.”
“You’ve been here before.” Said Zipp with some sarcasm. “Yeah, but every time I come here it reminds me of that first time I came here.” Said Hitch. “Oh yeah that was fun.” Said Zipp chuckling.
They looked at each other as the carriage closed in. “That’s when I became a detective.” Said Hitch “Yeah that’s when we first met right.” Said Zipp. They began talking about that first time they met in Zephyr Heights. And then they started blushing. Their sweet reminiscing was cut short though.
The carriage made it's descent. And landed on the platform. Izzy burst out of the carriage and stretched a little. “Oh yeah! This place is sooo alive at night.” Izzy shouted, Pipp walked next to her. “I know right. It’s the pretty lights.” Said Pipp. Sunny, Zipp & Hitch all walked out. As escort guards for Queen Haven came out to greet them.
“Ah there you are!” Said Queen Haven grinning. She ran to Zipp & Pipp and hugged them tightly.
Sunny walked towards her and bowed. Queen Haven laughed. “Oh, come on no need to be so formal Sunny.” Sunny immediately got back up. Meanwhile Hitch was getting the luggage out of the carriage.
“Hitch. There is no need for that. I’ll just have my guards help you out.” Said Queen Haven as fell Hitch & dropped the biggest bag on top of him. “Oh, uh thanks your majesty.” Hitch said awkwardly.
“No formalities. You’re my guest.” Said Queen Haven as the guards went towards the carriage starting to move the bags.
“She’s too generous. Get used to it buddy.” Said Zipp. “Now let me help you up.” She stretched out her hoof and Hitch took it and got back up. “Heh. I honestly don’t know about the rooms now.” Hitch & Zipp both blushed as they walked behind the rest into the palace.
-Inside-
“And here’s where you’re going to be staying. The guest castle Suite.” Queen Haven announced as she opened a door to a suite that had everything. A kitchen, living room, 4 bedrooms and large window view of Zephyr Heights.
The group was mesmerized. “Woah!” Said Sunny. “What about Zipp & Pipp are you going to be sleeping here?” Asked Sunny.
“Oh Sure. And our rooms are literally right around the corner. So pretty close.” Said Zipp.
The guards came in and dropped off their bags. “Thank you. Now leave us.” Said Queen Haven as the guards left. “Now I don’t think I’ve been properly introduced to you three.” She pointed specifically to Sunny, Hitch & Izzy.
“Oh yeah that’s right. My name is Izzy and I love making anything out of everything.” Izzy continued to talk on, but Queen Haven laughed. “Oh, you are just adorable!” Queen Haven squeeze hugged Izzy. “Thank you Queen Ha-hah.” Said Izzy running out of breath.
“And I am Sunny Starscout.” Said Sunny. She showed her alicorn powers when she said that.
“Oh of course Sunny. I’ve heard everything about you.” Queen Haven said with a smile.
“And you must be Sheriff Hitch. Idol sheriff of Maretime bay. That can talk to animals. I must say, I’m an instant fan.” Said Queen Haven flying over to him.
“Heheheh. Well, you see Queen Haven it’s uh. Just kinda…” Hitch went off. And Zipp stopped him.
“What he means to say is that he’s cool, collective and cu-uh I mean.” Zipp stuttered. “I’m happy to be here.” He smiled.
And the 3 shared a laugh.
“Ok, I’m going to have an interesting time here I can tell.” Said Hitch.
Zipp was flying upside down in front of him with her forehooves folded. “Oh yeah. Just you wait.” Zipp said and she booped Hitch on the nose.
“Seriously?” Said Hitch. And smiled and said a very subtle. “Yes.”
Later on, the 4 of the friends were asleep. But one was looking outside the window in deep thought. Confused. But happy.
Something was clearly bothering Hitch. Though he couldn’t be sure. He just couldn’t take his mind off of Zipp. And it didn’t help that when he tried to sleep thinking about her, is how he managed to help him sleep.
Soon he was in his bed, content. Sleeping and ready for whatever this adventure might bring.