Here is chapter four for you all to enjoy.
Welcome to Ponyville
I awoke to the sound of the rooster crowing. Not being used to waking up in such a way, I gave a groan of protest and tried to get a few more hours of sleep. However, my attempts were in vain as the sun was now shining on my face. Before, I would be really annoyed with the star shining on my face when I was a human but now I had somepony to actually blame on this rather annoying way.
“Thanks for putting the sun in my eyes Celestia.” I grumbled under my breath. However, I was up right now and there was really no point in going back to sleep now. I gave another groan and got out of the bed. Making my way towards the mirror, I used my hoof to flatten my mane down before heading out of the room and hopefully getting some breakfast.
As I was walking down the hallway, I started to hear voices at the end. One of them I was able to recognize as Applejack while the other one I may not have met in real life but I knew belong to Applejack’s younger sister Applebloom. I was unable to hear what they are saying but from the tone of voices that were being used, it sounded like they were having some kind of an argument. Part of me was wondering if it had something to do with me but I knew that the only way I was going to find out was to ask. They sounded like they were in the family room and even though I wanted to get something to eat; my curiosity caused me to divert my path to the family room.
I saw that Applejack and Applebloom were sitting on the carpet. Although at first they appeared to be relaxed, I noticed how both of their bodies appeared tense which might have been from the argument. I gave a tired sigh and said “Hey there, is everything alright?”
Both girls gave a small gasp of surprise and I couldn’t help but give a small smile at their reaction. I had been known to sneak up on my own family due to the fact that I have been rather quiet with my walking and that seems to have been transferred over to this new body. Wiping the grin off my face, I made my way over to the carpet and got myself comfortable before I repeated my question to them. They both looked at each other for a moment before Applejack said “Nothing to worry about partner. I and Applebloom were just having a friendly sisterly conversation.” I shook my head a bit and replied “That’s doesn’t sound like a ‘friendly sisterly conversation’ when I was walking down the hallway. Be honest with me Applejack, does it have anything to do with me?”
I watched as Applejack quickly broke eye contact with me as she was probably trying to figure out what to say. However, before she got the chance, I heard Applebloom say “Hay there mister. That’s not far picking on my bid sis like that. Besides, I was the one who asked her about that strange hunk of leather by the front door.”
I looked over and saw that my backpack had been moved into the living room. It hadn’t been open yet so I assumed that this particular conversation had only just started. I looked back at Applebloom who was doing her best to look sweet and innocent. To most ponies, that might not have work, but to a human-brony-turn-pony like me; it almost caused me to have a heart attack of adorableness. However, I had to stand firm with my beliefs and it was to my regret that I told Applebloom “I know your intentions were sound and I can’t blame you for being curious. However, it is very rude to look in another pony’s property without their permission and I have a feeling that whatever is inside that bag is something I don’t think you are ready to see.”
Applebloom looked rather disappointed by what I said but I notice that Applejack now was the one with the curious look. I wondered what she was curious about and it was not long before I found out when she asked “And what is in that ‘backpack’ of yours anyway?” I was now pondering that as well, thinking about any items that may or may not be inside my backpack. I was tempted to take a look, but I had decided to do so in privacy. I didn’t want any worst case scenarios to happen while I was here.
I decide that it was about time to change the topic to something less dangerous by saying “So what’s the plan for today?” Applejack gave it some thought before saying “Well…I think that all Big Mac and I are doing is heading into town to sell some apples.” I nodded my head in understanding but Applebloom suddenly shouted “But you promised to take me and my friends to school.” Applejack gave an apologetic look and replied “I’m sorry Applebloom, but we managed to harvest more apples than expected and we need the bits.” I saw Applebloom disappointment and realizing that I had nothing better to do at the moment, I quickly said “I could do it.”
Both sisters were looking at me and I could that Applejack still had a look of concern while Applebloom appeared overly excited about the idea. Applejack was quick to ask “Are you sure about that partner. My sister and her friends can be quite the headache when they get into the mood.” I nodded my head in understanding and replied “I thank you for your concern Applejack, but I still would like to do it. Besides, I have nothing better to do today and I still feel like I owe you for helping me back in the clearing and for letting me stay overnight.”
Applejack looked like she wanted to say more but she couldn’t deny the truth in what I had said and replied “I guess if you’re okay with it. I really appreciate it.” Applebloom was practically bouncing around the room in happiness and even I had a hard time keeping my usual demeanor in tack.
After breakfast was done and everypony was ready to go, we set out for the town of Ponyville. I was walking alongside Applejack while Applebloom was walking along in front of us while Big Mac was pulling the cart a short distance behind us. I could almost feel his eyes staring at me, probably watching for any sort of advances I might try on Applejack. While the idea wasn’t a bad one and I will admit that I was tempted a few times, the real truth was that there was one mare in particular I wanted to ask out.
I was strange actually, now that I was thinking about it. Ever since I had come to this world, I was feeling more confident with myself and felt the need to be more socially active. When I was a human, I was diagnosed with a learning disability that had an impact on my social skill to the point where I was more comfortable in my room alone then hanging out with friends. Even the idea of dating was something of an alien to me. However, being in this world that seemed to be filled with nothing but happiness and good times was having a profound impact on my body and mind. For the first time in memory, I felt like I was in total control of my mind, body and emotions and even if I was destined to turn back to a human and go home, I wanted to make the most of this new freedom.
“Well…here we are partner.” Applejack replied snapping me out of my thoughts. I looked over and I couldn’t help but let out a gasp of surprise.
The town of Ponyville was larger than I had expected; though it still appeared smaller then a major city like Canterlot or Manehatten. Most of the buildings I saw were about two stories tall and even from this distance, I was able to see a few buildings that recognized from the show like the town hall and Rarity’s shop. I was also able to see the train station that was located near the edge of town.
However, my thoughts were broken when I felt something hitting my leg. I looked down and saw that it was Applebloom pushing my leg with her head. She looked up at me and said “Come on mister. If we don’t hurry, I’m going to be late for school.” I looked over at Applejack and she nodded her head to let me know that we were allowed to take our leave. I nodded back in agreement before returning my attention back to Applebloom and saying “Alright…alright there little one; were going…were going.” She gave me a hard look that in truth, I did not expect her to make such a face before saying “I’m not a little one; I’m a big pony like my sister and Big Mac.”
I gave a small chuckle and gave her mane a quick rub with my hoof before replying “Of course you are Applebloom, but even a big pony still needs to go to school.” I briefly noted how soft her mane was on my hoof and made a mental note of that for the future. After straighten the bow on her mane, Applebloom then started to make her way into town. I started following her making sure that I was close enough to react if something happened but far enough so I wasn’t invading her personal space.
Sorry for the slight delay but I do hope you all are enjoying it. Let me know if these chapters are a good size as I am thinking about having them average about 1500 words.