//------------------------------// // Ch 4 // Story: A Journey of Love // by coolpony01 //------------------------------// The date is June 8 175AG. My parents are right now within the former United Republic of Nations in order to prevent the land from being taken over by the Earth Empire Resistance. I’ll admit I do agree with many of those values though I know better than to say anything at least within the empire. At the very least I know my parents will love me even though I have differences as I love them. And so I do not have all too many worries. Besides, I have many things to be grateful for: my passion, friendships, and even love. I’ve recently been developmenting certain feelings for a certain nerdy earth pony. Doctor is one of the best friends I’ve ever had. He is the one who taught me all the skills and knowledge that has been used to help all those people and for this I am grateful. Since he helped me to be able to do great and good things in the battlefield I have high regards for him. He looks out for me as I do for him and we have made many joyful memories and could comfort and care for one another. Due to all of this I have developed feelings for Doctor and I love him the way my parents love each other.  Though I haven’t told him love must be of consent and so I won’t be one of those selfish forceful types and so I won’t tell him at least for now. Though that does not mean he won’t discover it for himself. We are right now on the planet of Equano. We are here on a sorrowful occasion. A very close friend to Doctor has passed on. Her name was Kind Heart. She was a pretty snow white unicorn, with a rosey pink mane and tail, grayish green eyes, and a light pink rosey heart with a golden banner for a cutie mark. Doctor told me she was very kind and caring and always kept her mind and heart open. And he was right. I’ve met her a few times and I’ve noticed she has quite a lot of good qualities. It was unfortunately when we learned she ended up having a tumor in her brain. She was a good person and didn’t deserve to die at such a young age. Though at least she had good friends, family and was able to do what she wished with her life up until her death. Her death is clearly very hard on Doc. I can see the sadness in his eyes and the tears flowing down. It is clear that the Doctor loved Kind Heart very dearly more than just a friend. I understand his pain because I have lost a close friend once and understand he is suffering. I still have feelings for him but I haven’t brought myself to tell him. Twilight and Spike are right now doing a little shopping to buy flowers for her grave. I am right now walking in the pouring rain. I could feel the cold water on my mane as I walked through the cemetery. I knew where the Doctor would most likely be. As I expected, I saw the Doctor by the unicorn’s grave. I could see the sadness in his eyes. “Hey Doc.” I said with a sympathetic tone.  “Oh hey D.” Doctor said.  I could tell by his tone that he was grief stricken. “Do you wanna talk about it?” I asked.  “It’s just she meant so much I loved her and I never got to tell her.” Doctor said, “I am so sorry about what happened. I know what you’re going through.” I said letting him know he isn’t alone in this. “No you have no idea what I’m going through.” He raised his voice with sadness and a bit of anger. I took a step back. I didn't mean to make him so upset. I could see regret on his face.  “I’m sorry I didn't mean to say that.” Doctor said with regret. “It’s alright I know how hard this is for you.” I said with care. “Yeah it’s just I never got to tell her and now it’s too late. What if I never find love again.” Doc said, saddened.  That was too much. I love him and he doesn’t deserve this. “Doc, don't say that isn’t true.” I said. “You don’t know that.” Doctor said, “But I do.” I said. “How?” He questioned. “Because I love you.” I admitted. I saw a look of pure shock on his face than a look of gratitude and joy “You do.” He said. I blushed and gave a dorky, kind smile.  “Well yes Doctor you’ve always been so kind and caring and gave me joy and due to the bond we’ve formed I began to develop feelings for you.” I said my words were full of passion and love. “Well I never knew you really do love me don’t you.” Doctor said, “It’s true I didn’t tell you because love must contain consentment and chastity.” I spoke. I knew I wanted the moment to be right so that I could tell him in a loving way in which he and I could choose our love together. “Well that was very kind of you. It is nice that you care about me so much.” Doctor said in a tone full of gratitude. “I should, you deserve it and in times like this everybody needs somebody.” I stated, knowing the importance of friendship. “You’re right, thank you for supporting me, this just wasn’t fair.” Doctor said “You’re right it’s not fair though life isn’t perfect and we must make the most of what we have. Kind Heart wouldn’t want us to live a life of sorrow.” I said. “Yes we’ll have to endure even in times like this at the very least we have each other to love and we must be grateful for what we have and remember to show care towards one another.” Doctor said, I really wanted to put my lips against his to comfort Doctor and to have that feeling of warmth shared amongst each other. “You wanna kiss me don’t you.” Doctor smiled. I felt a blush of embarrassment against my cheeks. I can't take advantage of his grief.  “Uhm maybe it’s just like you a lot and I wish to give you the joy you need though I know I mustn't be selfish and.”  Doctor cut me off putting his lips against mine and I brought mine against his. This moment is a wonderful feeling of joy and showing care for one another. I turned to see Twilight and Spike both with smiles on their faces.  “Well it’s nice to know you two are feeling better.” Twilight chuckled.  We blushed in embarrassment though we don’t regret it. “Aww you two are so cute together.” Spike spoke with a giggle.  “Uhm thanks.” Doctor spoke with an embarrassed fluster of emotions. “Well anyways we brought the flowers.” Spike spoke with sympathy. “Oh right.” Doctor said slightly saddened, though not as much as before. I am glad I was able to help my friend. Spike then gave him the flowers. “You should lay them, you know her better than any of us.” I said with care and a bit of pain in my tone for the loss of this wonderful pony. Doctor nodded nodded and laid down the flowers in honor of the dear mare. I could see tears in his eyes. And I was crying too. We all were for we cared and loved her though we can not remain here forever. “Come on Doc we gotta get going, she would help us to find joy and remain strong for everyone who needs us.” I spoke remembering our mission to help everyone. “Yes you’re right we mustn't show her shame and honor and care for her memory.” Doctor said passionately. “You know Kind Heart would probably support you two lovebirds if she were here right now.” Twilight said with a smile. “You’re probably right.” Doctor admitted. “So you are a couple.” Spike smiled. “That is a possibility.” I said as I gave Doctor a kiss I saw him blush and give me a nerdy dorky smile of love. We may have lost a friend but we’ve gained true love, something I hadn’t yet known I’d experience especially with a friend.