//------------------------------// // Chapter 26 // Story: Hitch-ing the Trailblazer into the Zipp-ing Storm // by Twilyx360 //------------------------------// One day after Zipp and Pipp left. Maretime Bay’s repairs were continuing to get better. Things were rough and progress was really slow, without power though. Ponies struggled to continue repairs without power tools and their houses were getting hotter. But thankfully little to anypony’s knowledge good news was coming. The two flight devices were on Izzy’s workbench Sunny & Hitch looked on as Izzy explained the new upgrades. “So, you can literally just tell it to fly anywhere in equestria to deliver a package?” Asked Hitch. “Yep!” Said Izzy. “Woah! That is huge.” Sunny said with wonder.  “Wait. This sounds too good to be true.” Said Hitch. “You want a test? Well prepare to be impressed Hitch!” Said Izzy. She went into the kitchen and attached an empty box to the flight device. “It still has enough power left to bring this box to my old home in bridlewood!” Said Izzy. The three went outside and fired it up. And it launched into the sky like a rocket. “Thar she blows!” Said Izzy in a mock pirate voice. But then out of nowhere somepony yelled “OW!” And just then a Pegasus guard fell out of the clouds screaming. “Aaaahhhhhh!” Sunny’s alicorn instincts kicked in and immediately rushed into the sky to save her. In no time at all she caught her before she could hit the ground. “I got you!” Said Sunny as she moved her safely back to the front of the Crystal Brighthouse. “Owwww my flank hurts.” She said. “Wait a minute? Windy!? Where have you been? And what were you doing flying up that high?” Asked Sunny with concern. And just then a royal carriage appeared from the clouds and started descending. “I was escorting Zipp, Pipp and Queen Haven to land.” Said Windy. “What? Why? Wouldn’t Zoom and Thunder do that?” Asked Sunny. “Well yeah but they already landed to help with the downed powerline. With four other pegasi. And Queen Haven wanted to make sure no luggage fell out, so Zipp trusted me.” Said Windy. “Wait. They're already lifting it back!?” Asked Sunny in surprise. “Yeah. They’re even reconnecting the wires.” Said Windy with a smile. “Outstanding!” Said Sunny with a smile. “Where were you during that storm?” Asked Izzy. “I actually evacuated to Zephyr Heights. And I really wanted to come back to help so I went with them.” She said pointing to the carriage as it landed. Zipp burst out of the carriage hugging Hitch. “Hitch I did it!” Said Zipp with absolute joy in her eyes. “Did what?” Hitch said smiling and hugging back. “I did everything! It went great! We got a six pegasi team working on the-“Said Zipp when she was cut off. “I heard uhh Windy told us.” Said Hitch. “Wait. Windy, how did you land so quickly?” Asked Zipp. “I didn’t I was-“Windy was cut off as the flight device randomly landed on top of her head. “Ugh! This thing! It hit me right in the flank! And it really hurt. So, I fell.” Said Windy agitated. “Woops! Sorry Windy! It's my fault it’s a new experiment!” Said Izzy. Windy just sighed “it’s fine Izzy just. Be careful.” Said Windy as she gave the device and box back. And looked to Maretime Bay. “Woah… “said Windy in disbelief as she flew into the town. Pipp and Queen Haven stepped out of the carriage and as soon as Queen Haven saw the damage her jaw completely dropped. “Oh my…I’m speechless!” Said Queen Haven. “We told you.” Said Zipp & Pipp at the same time. “Yes, but you told me it could’ve gotten worse than this! I would’ve done a lot more a lot earlier if I saw it like this.” Said Queen Haven. “Well, you’re doing something now though mom. That powerline will be a huge help.” Said Pipp. And just then it happened. The lights inside the Crystal Brighthouse lit up. And the TV came on. Everypony ran inside and shouted “Hooray!” Sunny, Izzy and Pipp ran into their rooms. Leaving Hitch, Zipp and Queen Haven alone. “Hitch. I wanted to say that I told my mom about us. She knows everything.” Said Zipp. “Really?” Asked Hitch. “Yes. And it’s ok.” Said Queen Haven with empathy.  “Thank you so much.” Said Hitch. “I have to admit. It wasn’t hard to notice. Zipp was absolutely star crossed! And it was adorable!” Said Queen Haven laughing. And Zipp just blushed. “But in all seriousness. You will take care of my daughter, right?” Queen Haven asked. “Well of course! But we kinda take care of each other ya know?” Said Hitch. “Yeah Mom. We’ve got each other’s backs no matter what.” Said Zipp. Queen Haven just smiled with satisfaction. “Yes, that's my daughter. So, when Zipp told me everything. I wasn’t completely surprised, but it was still unexpected. And fulfilling in a way. You see I never really had the opportunity to find love the way you both did. And so, I wanted the most fulfilling love life for my children. And well, it looks like I did a good job. But I think you both did an even better one. You both stayed true to your hearts. And well Zipp becoming a detective alongside the sheriff of Maretime Bay sounds great. And I was impressed by the stories you both did in the aftermath of the storm. Helping ponies in need, fixing up, cleaning up. I’m glad you are together. And well, given to what Zipp has shown me. I have confidence that it will all work out. All I recommend is. Make it last. Always make it last.” Said Queen Haven. Zipp walked over to Hitch and hugged him, and he hugged her back. And then they hugged Queen Haven. “Thanks so much mom.” Said Zipp. As Queen Haven backed from the hug. “You’re welcome. Now will you two just kiss already you’re making me wait!” Said Queen Haven. And then it happened again. Hitch and Zipp kissed each other as tears rolled down their eyes. Pipp, Sunny & Izzy just arrived at the adorable scene unfolding. And Queen Haven shed a tear too. When they broke the kiss, they looked into each other's eyes, and both said. “I love you.” At the same time. “Eeee! Oh wait! I just remembered I wrote a love song for you two!” Shouted Pipp. “Ooo you made a HitchZipp love song! When did you make it?” Asked Izzy. “Oh, I made it myself for them a few days ago.” Said Pipp pulling up the recording. “Well let’s play it! What does it sound like?” Asked Sunny. “Well. What do you think?” Pipp asked you. ==== So, things worked out great for the new couple. Now Sheriff and Detective. Or simply as Hitch Trailblazer and Zipp Storm. As time went on the five friends became even closer. Sunny, Izzy and Pipp all had admiration for the new relationship. And Queen Haven even asked for relationship advice a few times out of curiosity. Much to Zipp and Hitch’s surprise. They would soon take everypony else’s advice more seriously after that. And it seemed that whatever obstacles that held them back had just gone away. And that in turn would have other ponies take their advice more seriously too. And they kept their promise. No day ended badly after that. Even if some missions were rougher than others. Some would be to help others in need Maretime Bay. But that didn’t stop any personal missions and relationship goals. Pipp would keep the new song just for them. She wouldn’t release it publicly until they were ready to reveal their relationship to the rest of equestria.  But that is a whole other story. All we know for now is. How does one find love? Well, the best love tends to find you. -The End-