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// Chapter 10 
// Story: My Little Schnee 
// by Krieg cormac 
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These ponies were weird, but that was honestly something Weiss should have expected. They had completely different cultures, and were a different species, so of course they were going to think differently. The Princess' deciding to hide Weiss' existence from the public, and then deciding to send her on an expedition was just stupid, no matter the angle she approached the matter. Weiss continued chewing her fried fish, it's sweet yet salty meat assaulting her taste buds. 

"I thought you said I was going to be hidden from the public, until you do some press conference." Weiss said, wiping her pale lips with a handkerchief that an adorable earth pony in a black bowtie offered her. She ignored the weird look he gave her. 

"You would lead the expedition some time after we announce you to the public." Princess Celestia answered easily. It felt like she had already anticipated that question. "My little ponies are very frightful creatures, and we wouldn't want to cause a panic, sending in a contingent of the Royal Guard with an unknown creature." 

That made sense, at least it would give Weiss something to do while Twilight worked on finding a way to send her home. She nodded slowly, and picked at the bunch of grapes that sat on a platter that looked like it was made for her palate. Weiss stuffed a handful of them in her mouth as ladylike as possible. At least they weren't planning on sending the former Heiress in her current condition. Her aura was still hard at work healing her body, and she had no doubt that it would be depleted for the next day or so. Summoning the sword of the Arma Gigas certainly didn't help. 

"I will attend as well." Luna added. She had gone through several mugs of coffee at this point, each batch stronger than the last judging by the smell. "I am interested in this magic that you humans are able to use." 

"Semblance." Weiss corrected politely. She didn't trust Luna as much anymore, but that didn't mean Weiss was going to burn the only bridge she had built in this world. "I'm not a Maiden."

"Semblance, yes, my apologies." The fur around Luna's muzzle turned pinkish, making her look even cuter. All of these ponies were so cute, Weiss was sure she was going to go blind eventually. Were the other creatures of this world just as adorable? 

Weiss washed down the fruits with a glass of cold water, small sips at a time. She wasn't a savage like the rest of her team could be at times. The two Princess' stared at her as they silently ate their meals, though Luna looked like she remained silent out of embarrassment due to her earlier outburst. The doors to their private room opened, and a pony with light blue fur trotted in, quickly heading towards Princess Celestia's side, after giving Luna a brief bow. The older Princess lowered her head, allowing the maid to whisper into her ear before retreating several steps. 

"Ah, my apologies, it looks like I lost track of time and Day Court will begin soon." Princess Celestia said with her usual smile. "Please finish eating. I will see the two of you later." 

She got up from her spot at the head of the table, and followed the maid out of the room, her gorgeous rainbow mane flowing as if there was a breeze. Weiss and Luna were the only ones left now, aside from a handful of servants at their beck and call. Well, more Luna's to be exact, Weiss was just a guest here. Luna remained focused on her meal, a large mushroom with grill marks and a side of toast. 

"I like your hair." Weiss said, finishing the last of her water. She really hated it when aura made her hungrier than usual. The Princess looked up, and swallowed her food. 

Luna's eyes widened ever so slightly as she formed a large smile on her face. "Thank you!" 

Too cute. 








Luna was exhausted, and that was putting it mildly. She was used to going to sleep during the day, and during special occasions, would plan around going to sleep early to ensure that she was fully rested. The Princess of the Night had only slept a few hours since her new guest, and friend hopefully, arrived. 

"This is pretty good." Weiss said as Luna led her down the hallway, a matching mug of steaming hot coffee in her hands while Luna's floated in the air. It was brewed from beans that were imported from the Dragon Isles, their volcanic soil made their dark beans much stronger and tastier. The dragonfire roasting the beans also helped. "I like the smoky taste." 

Luna puffed her chest out, impressing her guest was a good start. "I only drink the best of beans. I enjoy the energy that it sends through my veins." 

Another room in the wing has been requisitioned for the Royal Tailor, to take Weiss' measurements to repair her beautiful dress, and make a few more as a gift. There was always a chance that Twilight's plan to return the human to her world would fail. Luna wanted to be optimistic, but her long life had always taught her that magic could be fickle whenever it wanted to. 

Weiss nodded with a smile, and took a small sip, remaining silent. She held the mug casually, as if she didn't feel the heat. The white haired human was quieter after Celestia's request, subdued even. 

"I'm sorry, for springing the request to lead an expedition on you without warning." Luna paused midstep. Weiss followed in her footsteps. "It was Tia's idea, but I know that's not a real excuse. You're still adjusting to our world." Celestia loved her little ponies, and at times, Luna felt that she loved them more than she did her own sister. 

"It's fine." Weiss answered with a slight shrug. "I've spent most of my life training to fight the creatures of Grimm, and you did save my life. It's the least I could do." 

That did make Luna feel a bit better, but she still felt bad. Weiss hadn't even been here a week and they sprung a request on her unexpectedly. She didn't like that Celestia had intruded upon Luna's duties. 

The Princess was pulled from her thoughts when she felt something rub against her coat. It sent a shiver down her spine, a good one. Weiss had run her hands through Luna's fur. 

"I'm sorry!" Weiss quickly withdrew her free hand. Her pale skin turned a light shade of pink. "It's just, your fur looks so soft…" 

"Retract your apology!" Luna said loudly. "Do it again, your fingers feel nice." 

"Really?" Weiss' face lit up for the first time since their meal. Luna nodded and formed a small grin. 

Humans were such a nice species.