The Simulated world was white again. Discord was about to start another simulation when he remembered something. or at least he thought he remembered something. he snaped in a calendrer and checked the date. he face palmed as he confirmed his worst fear.
It was hearths warming day and he forgot.
He sighed he knew in the real world it was not morning in ponyville so he would have ample time to try to decorate his place in ponyville... which he also forgot he did not have a place to decorate in...
ok then he will make a place... no he cant do that either he was not allowed... well how can he forget if he was always thinking about stuff like that.... Well maybe its not too late to go buy decorations... nope they were all closed. How was he going to celebrate heaths warming wit out a place to open gifts, or place decorations?
Discord looked around the white simulation plane. Then he grinned as he had an idea, an wonderful idea! Discord smiled widely as he had an awfully wonderful idea.
"Computer, turn off character script from Discord.ai." a happy chime played over the air. Discord cracked his knuckles eagerly as he fingers twitched with excitement. "Ok computer, create new land, spawn me somewhere in the snow with plenty of trees." Discord said excitedly. In response hillocks of snow appeared beneath his two feet making a noise like rubbing small rocks. Trees grew from sapling in a very fast rate as well, quickly dotting the landscape with their green foliage.
As discord began to walk through the newly created forest he felt as if he could almost smell the pine needles. He ran his hooves across the soft snow as he laughed joyfully. Then he coughed and shivered "lets not get carried away here Discord" he told himself. Walking a bit Discord saw a large snowbank near him. He stopped and stared at it for a moment before saying "Computer, make this slope into a large cliff with a log cabin looking out from it." Discord replied happily.
The scene changed instantly, but instead of being in a snowy mountain range, "Add a frozen lake beneath me as well." he said. the computer generated the frozen lake surrounded by ice-covered hills. The new terrain made discord immediately slip and fall. "maybe I should not be on top of the ice next time." Discord said.
Discord looked at the log cabin with the very wide window looking out into the frozen lake, it was so picturesque and peaceful that even the most jaded and cynical of ponies might find themselves feeling a little more cheerful than usual. Discord walked toward the front door walking up the many stairs to get to the main floor. He whistled softly as he slowly opened the door to the cabin as the first time seeing it. A warm feeling came over him as He stepped on the mahogany floorboards. He took a deep breath of fresh air filled with the scent of evergreen trees.
Discord looked up to see a very tall roof that was holding a chandelier shaped like a star. There were many other objects scattered throughout the room including a roaring fireplace to the right edge corner, and a piano on the left. To his immediate right was a stairway leading up a second floor loft. All the furniture was made of wood, but the green padded couch made a statement against the otherwise brown tones of everything else in the room. he sat in in leaning back a bit. "it already feeling festive in here doesn't it? And yet there's still more work to be done." he chuckled.
"ok computer, add some wreaths and hearths warming day decorations please!" Discord called out happily. the computer complied with his request adding garlands everywhere along with several wooden table tops covered in candles all lit. Each one of them held a different kind of candle. Some were red, others blue, yellow and orange. They smelled amazing. He loved the way they smelled. More importantly he enjoyed the way they looked. They really brought out the festive spirit in him.
After spending nearly ten minutes admiring each individual candle flame, he realized there was no chaos to be found. quite taken aback by this he promptly snapped all the candles (holders and all) upside down causing small fireballs to safely puff out onto the carpeted ground. noting the festive mood dissipating rapidly with this and yet to the lord of all things chaotic, he would retain this look anyway just to keep his sanity, he decided now was probably good enough time to invite every pony to his simulated perfection party. So he snaped his fingers teleporting himself into the real world of Equestria. When he arrived in Canterlot proper, everyone seemed to know exactly who he was because half the town turned out to greet him. This to Discord was a bit odd, yet not unwelcome. But soon his presence caused such commotion that the local law enforcement showed up within moments demanding answers "hey, why are you wandering our streets unsupervised?!" or "What do you want!?"
"All in due time my dear ponies!" said Discord cheerily waving both arms above his head while dressed only in black boots and pants. With these words, he activated another teleport spell sending himself directly inside the palace where guards stood ready to meet him upon arrival. Upon landing atop the grand staircase connecting the various floors below, he spread his wingspan allowing for easy access between rooms without having to use any steps whatsoever. and using his stretched wingspan he rubber-banded to Twilights Sparkle's face
"Happy hearths warming!" he shouted loudly then sent a beam of light from behind him casting a dramatic shadow of Twilight which fell backwards towards her body creating a 3D effect to the shadow.
"Happy hearths warming" discord said in a twilight voice as he gave his shadow puppet a voice. "Notice this time I did not teleport to you" Discord added in a statement of fact. This last remark drew raised eyebrows among those who heard it since few knew what happened between what Twilight And Discord knew of this mannerism. Though honestly none cared too much about it either.
Twilight Sparkle raised an eyebrow and chuckled slightly "the entire point I am trying to make is to not sneak up on ponies when your around! Not sure how long we will have to play this game though... Guess its an improvement..." she muttered under her breath. "and a happy hearth warming to you too!"
the two just awkwardly stare at each other until Discord cleared his thought
"Ill get to the point." Discord said snapping in a suit in tie too look proper, he even snapped in glasses to look even more the part. "I royally extend an invitation for you and your council of friendship dine with me tonight at six o'clock sharp. You can bring any creature else if you wish, I can make the proper arrangements, but I do wish you could join me perhaps? Just think of me as Santa Hoofs except better because I am here rather than far away somewhere delivering presents across the sky during winter solstice season. What say?" asked Discord. His eyes sparkled brightly as always making ponies feel uncomfortable. The only time Discord had those eyes glowed bright was before something chaotic was in the works.
"I suppose maybe," replied Twilight nervously. She didn't trust herself near Discord, but then again Discord had his own chaotic world to entertain him plus the castle was now completely at risk with Discord becoming more powerful seemingly everyday so being close to him became less dangerous somehow.
The problem wasn't necessarily that Discord might hurt someone; It was actually pretty safe to assume that whatever whim he had was better served else where. Instead, the issue lay mostly in simply getting used to living in harmony with Discord after years spent. For example, despite their obvious differences, Twilight couldn't help but notice similarities between Harmony and Discord--similarities born through shared experience. If anything, Discord reminded her most of Luna, and thusly felt somewhat responsible toward helping resolve matters peacefully given her history with Discord. and besides, nobody truly feared Discord when the main six were around.
Who knows? Perhaps this would be a prime example of showing Equestria what the Princess Of Friendship could do. At least according to her plans....
"whats the catch?" she said after much thought. Her mind racing over possibilities and scenarios.
"Why Twilight, just have every pony arrive at these coordinates tomorrow night December twenty second precisely 6PM That will give me time to set things up proper ok?" answered Discord kindly taking off his glasses revealing sparkling white irises underneath.
"yes, yes I understand thank you!" smiled Twilight "I'll put it forward with my friends right now. We're meeting anyways later ill put it forward with first thing." agreed Twilight.
"Good girl, see ya then!" waved Discord departing leaving Twilight alone feeling confused. "will please Some pony note the time Discord talked like a normal creature."
Twilight Sparkle and the rest of the main six arrived at the assigned coordinates
late in the night finding no one there besides themselves waiting patiently by twilights glowing horn light. "well, we are here, where is Discord?" questioned Fluttershy looking concerned. "he should've been done already setting everything up,"
a flash a light appeared behind them causing them too look back, "Sorry for the delay" Discord said appearing beside them wearing fluffy red overalls and sporting big glassy round goggles similar to ones worn by steampunk engineers. He wore several different kinds of hats made entirely of fur covered cloth adorned with strings of bells hanging down covering large portions of his face giving him a perpetual smile. His coat was Santa style complete with jingle bell accents along the sleeves and collar adding extra flair. to top it all off were matching gloves which ended halfway past his elbows making him look absolute dapper that even Rarity complemented him saying "you really pulled out all the stops today Darling what a nice ensemble indeed. Ive never seen anyone dress quite so festive or fun ever let alone myself! "
Even Rainbow Dash was a little impressed "look at those furs, gives that aggression feel awesome man great job."
Discord snapped his fingers twice sending forth a door that lead into his dimension that opened into a world of the house he made earlier, and as The Seven looked in to see light snow was falling on the other side of the door, the very festive log cabin that was beckoning the ponies to step inside.
"Breathtaking" Said Fluttershy. They saw numerous small trees standing tall everywhere they turned while various decorations hung above creating eye catching scenes full of cheeriness. Discord smiled inside as he had known he had done a good job putting together such a wonderful place filled with warmth and joyfulness. However, he did know that seeing himself dressed in such attire caused some discomfort among himself but it was in fact necessary since everyone who came to visit needed to believe he fit in perfectly within Equestrian society.
He led the group towards the inside of the cabin, and it was just as picture perfect as outside boasting the dark wood floors and painted walls. and each Pony took a turn admiring the elephants in the room most notably the upside down candles. Discord fidgeted "can you really blame me? I just cant function with out anything not chaotic happening" He continued walking until finally coming upon the fireplace and watched its flames dancing. every pony that was there just took in the sights quietly enjoying the atmosphere without speaking. Suddenly though twilight frowned slightly turning her head to stare directly at an odd shaped tree sitting next to another larger fir decorated almost identically save for having candy cane lights instead of real bulbs. "... why doesn't this tree seem familiar..." mumbled Twight staring intently trying to remember if she'd noticed any others... No wait.. is this the tree of harmony?"
"Relax Twilight its all part of the simulation don't worry about remembering stuff your memory isn't going anywhere anyway okay? Now come on lets get celebrating because tonight's gonna be our biggest party yet!" exclaimed Discord excitedly jumping up and waving his arms encouragingly leading them towards the center of the home. "gather round every pony gather round cause I'm going to be telling you an old traditional Mares tale called 'The Night Before Christmas' only I'm doing MY version of course hahaha So sit back relax grab yourself something hot chocolate drink cider mulled wine. whatever floats your boat as Discord proudly presents "The night before hearths warming".
T 'was the night before hearths warming and all through the cabin.
all creatures were resting, including a dragon.In hopes that dear Celestia would come visit their abodes
and to give them all blessings as she traveled down the roads.All winter wear were hung up for the night.
and all pony kind were snuggled up tightI was just getting up with my fingers about
that I might cause chaos in Equestria throughout.
Twilight glared at Discord. "Too much?" said Discord nervously flicking his hat brim upwards attempting to hide his eyes from view again.
She shook her head slowly in disapproval "fine ill not include chaos" he muttered under his breath.
I was just getting up with my fingers about
looking out to see dear Celestia's snoutI waited a while to see a glimmer of light.
I stayed like that for most of the night.then from afar, arose such a noise.
I genuinely thought it was one of the boysbut then when It got closer, low and behold;
Celestia appeared, radiant and bold.Her cart was being pulled by a six pony lead
for the cart in weight had it over exceedA slice a cake was within her hoof
her belly growing from her sugar goofThe alicorn dressed in holiday attire
but if you look at her bump it looked like satire.I closed my eyes my mind on confetti
In desperately trying to forget that big belly.and yet my peeping eyes could not deter
her distinct beautiful figure... such as it were...She picked up her weight with her magical horn
and was so quick you thinks she's forswornShe grabbed a bag of what I assumed to be goodies
but instead inside was a bag full of hoodiesshe pulled out a sweater that could be described as bizarre
for it looked like some pony left a glitter supply ajarShe folded it nicely for the pony in mind
and put it in the mailbox that they could then find.if she was trying to be discreet she was doing a poor job.
for now every creatures awake from this noisy slobbut Celestia continues and doesn't mind a bit
Afterall Celestia wants to show she's legit.she strikes a pose, strikes a pose! out in the streets.
to show off her large boddice that grows when she eats.and every one groans when they see all her mass
but applaud her anyway as she did her chasseshe delivered the old sweaters to all the right homes
then tiptoed back to the cart like a gnomeshe climbed up to to the top of the wagon she drove
and pulled from within it a working stove.she opened the door and what did I see?
but even more baked goods for her Majesty.Then munching down taking a mouthful
a look from her eyes as she took another spoonfulthen looking at me looking quite astute.
put her hoof on her face and gave it a boop.then cried the alicorn mare and the stoke of mid night
and proceeded again out into moonlight"Now Twilight and Rainbow dash and Fluttery shy
on Rarity, Apple jack and Pinkie pie!to the end of the street as I need a big stall.
come! pull away pull away pull away all!"And I herd her exclaim as she rode out of sight.
oh dear me! these pants are really tight!and before you know as this tale has begun.
now it is time to say to you... We're done.
Discord smiled "well what do you think?
"Not a bad poem darling" replied Rarity "but must have you made Celestia so fat?"
Pinkie Pie giggled lightly "what a fun and wholesome story! Merry Hearthwarming everybody" She clapped
Thus how it panned out of the rest of the evening went exactly the same way. with merriment and laughter filling the air. Because when there is friendship in the aire, nothing can dampen spirits especially during the special winter days.