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// Uncomfortable Stares 
// Story: Angels in Equestria 
// by ArguingPizza 
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I had never actually been naked before. When in Heaven or Purgatory, Angels are essentially energy made solid, and I've never been in the Mortal World for more than a solid day at a time. Even when Harmonia and I dwelled in Equestria I would return to Heaven every night when the girls slept, before they were mature enough to take responsibility for their respective astrological charges. The returns in the morning were annoying, but it beat having to do maintenance on my physical body.

It was......freeing, to be honest. At least, until the breeze came. Then it was just cold. 

I quickly summoned my armor and clothing to the relief of my nieces and the disappointment of most of the Bearers, most being the operative word. Poor Fluttershy, meek little thing. It took Rainbow Dash and Rarity several minutes to coax the little pony out of what I can only call a fear-coma, though she took care to tuck her camera carefully away before doing so.

Applejack and Twilight continued to steal glances at me, though every time I attempted to meet their eyes their blushes would deepen and they would quickly look away. To be frank, it was a bit unsettling, especially the slightly predatory looks in their eyes. 

“So, now what Uncle?” Celestia asked. Luna and the others looked on, curious as well. I shrugged, and ignored an annoying twitch in my wings. 

“Right now? There's nothing to be done. Discord is in the wind, and until I can find him and bind him, Equestria is in danger. I'll stay for as long as I can to ensure he doesn't return, but I cannot be sure how long I can remain. The Host of Heaven is preparing for Judgment Day.” 

Applejack raised a hoof. “Uh, hold on there partner. What exactly is 'Judgement Day'?” she asked with concern. 

“It does sound quite grim,” chimed Rarity. 

I suppressed a scowl. “It is nothing for you ponies to worry about. For now, you should all be concerned about Discord.” For a moment, I felt guilty at taking advantage of Discord's legacy of evil to change the subject, but it quickly passed. 

“Pff, like Discord would even show his face with us around. We already beat him once, he's probably running scared,” Rainbow Dash boasted.

“So Uncle, I suppose we should discuss lodging if you intend to stay,” said Celestia. Immediately, Twilight, Rarity, Applejack, and Rainbow Dash's hooves shot upwards with surprising speed. The four ponies each did a double take and looked at each other, sharing a blush. 

“Perhaps it would be better if you stayed here in the castle,” Luna said, eying the four Elements with amusement. I felt that I was missing something, and I was most definitely not comfortable with lodging with any of the mares in front of me. 

“Yeah....I like that idea.” All four visibly wilted, though Rarity attempted to hide her disappointment and Rainbow did her best to play it off. 

“Yeah, you're right. You'd probably go crazy from all the ambient awesome in my house.” Twilight spared her a raised eyebrow. 

“'Ambient', Rainbow? I'm impressed.” 

Rainbow Dash huffed. “Hey, I'm not just a pretty face. I got brains too.” 

“Oh?” Rarity asked, “And where exactly have you been hiding them?” 

“Girls,” Celestia says, interrupting the glares between the two Elements, “Why don't you go and find Pinkie Pie while we go get Cornelius situated, hmm?” Ah, Celestia. Even when she orders her subjects, always the soft-spoken one. Truly takes after her mother. 

The Elements nod and make their way out, Twilight giving Celestia a nuzzle before leaving. I raise an eyebrow at Celestia, but she shoots a glare at me that says, in no uncertain terms, 'not a word'. Shivers pass down my spine at the award-worthy rendition of Harmonia's Stare. 

I raised my hands in surrender and followed Luna out of the room. I made a point to ignore the younger sister's giggling as she led. 



Yes, I know its short, and I do apologize. However, I promised myself when I started this story I would never force myself to go for a minimum chapter length, because then it just becomes a job instead of fun.This chapter is un-edited, so if anyone sees mistakes, please point them out.