//------------------------------// // Living The Dream // Story: To be a Wonderbolt // by Diablomuerte2 //------------------------------// Living The Dream The Cloudsdale Cloudiseum, the place where competitions take place and shows are performed. The place on any given day is empty besides maintainance crew and cleaners. Today though was different. Today the place was packed to the brim with ponies. Mostly pegasi but none the less some other ponies are there thanks to the cloud walking spell. The event that brings them here is none other than the Wonderbolts. Ever since Rainbow Dash has joined the group the lead team has been selling seats like hot cakes. Not a single spot empty the royal guards had to help with security as the event was highly profiled. Sitting in her own personal cloud accompanied by Twilight Sparkle and her guards was Princess Celestia. Not every Wonderbolts event she would be at but this one was special. One month ago Rainbow Dash has left Ponyville to begin her career, she left after a party that was thrown in her honor. Since then she has been practicing and performing. Mostly practicing new moves and learning new tricks. She even has taught the other members some fancy stuff. Still her trump card the Sonic Rainboom was unmatched. No other person could perform it and as it stands it usually is a crowd favorite. Though after one month of extreme training and conditioning she had claimed she not only mastered the Sonic Rainboom but even surpassed it. She has decided this day she would leave her mark on the world. Today was going to be her day. Celestia was informed of this new spectacle about to take place and decided to see for herself what could be better than a Sonic Rainboom. Also she wanted to make sure whatever was taking place that no pony got hurt. She watched with abaited breathe waiting for the eventual cascade of cheers or gasps of horror if anything was to go wrong. As she waited the announcer was pumping up the crowd. Many onlookers had signs and garments to adorn themselves while they cheer. The main team of the Wonderbolts consisted of the Captain Spitfire, the Veteran Soarin, the New Wonder Rainbow Dash. That is how they were announced. Each show the same title ever since the Ponyville incident known as the Sonic Rainboom at Sunset. The world admired the beauty and it even touched lives far away. As the names were called three costumed pegasi flew out to greet the fans and enjoy the adulation and applause. The crowd unanimously cheering "Rainbow Dash, Rainbow Dash, Rainbow Dash." Over and over. Loudly and not a mouth in the crowd silent. Some of the ponies were not cheering on some had no reason to. Fluttershy looked empty as she barely shouted "yay," it was silent and even though she really wanted to cheer it had been a month since Rainbow Dash had left her alone to be a Wonderbolt. The pain she endured for the first few days were too much for any pony to bear. Pinkie tried cheering her up as much as she could but nothing would work. Rarity made the mistake of trying to talk to her, and found herself in the hospital because of it. Fluttershy was so ashamed of herself for even lifting a hoof against another pony but she had built up rage and blamed Rarity for her stupid plan. She was now shifting through two major emotions empty, and guilty. Her mind a storm of self hatred, she only showed up to support her long time 'friend' because if Rainbow was going to find her stride she wanted to still cheer her. She still loved her. She never stopped loving Rainbow Dash. She vowed she would wait for the amazing rainbow maned pony to return to her. Nothing would deter her from that path. Rarity looked on still in pain from the vicious attack Fluttershy unleashed on her. Rarity had wanted to see her friend since it was days since she left her house, food almost gone and the place reeked. She wanted to help but when she showed her face. It was as if she unleashed a tiger from it's cage. Needless to say she felt as if she deserved it. She looked on into the sky looking at the cyan pony that saved her before. "Go Rainbow Da-agh-sh" her mouth still sore from a well placed hoof to it. The hospital had thought she was the victim of a timber wolf attack. She was bleeding and bruised. She forgave Fluttershy a week after the hospital trip. She didn't really feel entitled to remaining angry when she was the cause of her friend's torment. She set up the plan and had she not Fluttershy would have not suggested Rainbow to stay. That fight wouldn't have happened and her friend wouldn't be in such a state. Apple Jack's story was not similar to them. While she wanted to cheer her on it hurt her to. Her farm has suffered bad days thanks to the new weather manager. It wasn't like the new pony was a total screw up but unscheduled rain and storms have happened and that means a drought was in order to counter act the recent overdose of rains. The farm was going to go through a tough time. She laughed at herself when she realized that Rainbow Dash wasn't lazy in fact she was the hardest worker of her squad. Which is why she napped in the day...on my trees, because even in her tired state she wanted to hang out with me. "Go Dasha," a weak cheer but it was something at least. Pinkie Pie was beyond excited "GOOOOO DASHIE" having a month apart from someone she constantly stalked was like a jab in the heart. She slowly was losing it. She would have dreams of her and Rainbow Dash hanging out and each time suddenly Dashie would leave. The first one was tame, Dash just went home for the night. The second one Dash flew away during mid conversation. Soon it began to get worse. She of course didn't tell anyone. Those were Pinkie problems and no one elses. She was sure the nightmares will stop now since she sees her friend is alright. There was one small filly in the crowd watching. She was there with her two friends. Since that day those two became the world to her. She no longer had this false idol that was supposed to care for her instead she accepted reality that no one would love her. She would be alone and wouldn't fly. Though she could tell her friends were going to get their cutie mark soon. She knew they would be able to since they have people who love and care for them. She suddenly felt twin trails of liquid fall from eyes. She didn't know why, tears weren't supposed to be wasted on ghosts of the past. ____________________________________________________________ The Wonderbolts were huddled together. "So we all ready right. Just stick to the routine and Dash... be careful." The captain of the team said while they were close "Don't worry all you and Soarin have to do is your part and I will definitely do mine, it's a piece of cake." Her confidence shining through. "Alright then you ladies ready?" Soarin came before they nodded "Alright lets do this." They said in unison and broke apart. They start was slow finding the groove of the sky, testing the winds, the speed of the gales. They needed to make sure to prep right because they had not only themselves to worry about but their entire audience. Once slip up could mean the end for either few or many. This is why they practiced day after day until the shows and why they barely had anytime for socializing. Though some shows were simple and needed less practice giving the team time to relax and enjoy life. Some though were extreme and needed total concentration. Rainbow Dash got used to this. Barely talking to any pony besides her team mates and tank. She tried writing letters and sending them and receiving them but for some reason no one wrote back. So she guessed they weren't willing to talk to her just yet. She understood why after all she broke Fluttershy's heart... Shy... I can tell she is here... you still come to support me even after all I did to you. Damn you shy why are you so good. Her thoughts broke, and instead of thinking about the past she was focusing on the present. "Alright guy's lets start moving I am going up you two fly in circles and make that sweet twister appear." As the signal was set the unicorn stunt team started setting up the barrier to protect the crowd from the ripping winds being formed in the center of the Cloudiseum. They were hired as part of the act and since the sales generated from this event were off the charts it didn't hurt the budget and it was cost efficient. Rainbow started soaring higher and getting ready. Being able to fly and boom at sonic speeds instantly was an impressive feat but flying through a tornado while a color spectrum bursts through it was legendary As long as everything went right it would be amazing right? The tension was mounting and Celestia was starting to get worried, the rest of the crowd was oblivious as to what was going on. They could see a tornado being formed by the two ponies and then as if all hell broke loose a loud "YYYAAAAHOOOOO" was heard as a spinning rainbow of fury flew down after a loud boom and the sky above erupted into the color spectrum, usually the Sonic Rainboom would be closer but still it managed to impress the ponies none the less. However it wasn't the main part of the trick as now the sonic spinning color drill was diving into the tornado becoming one with it for a fraction of a second causing it to follow her down the trail as it became a tornado of color. The view was like nothing ever seen. The crowd was now filled with both worry and excitement as there was no sign of any of the Wonderbolts in the prismatic maelstrom. The trick was working now all they had to do was exit the tornado without being flung to the opposite ends of the world. The sky trail separated into three while the tornado started dying down on it's own. "That was so awesome said one of the three trails as it started it's return path to the cloudiseum breaking the force of inertia and getting ready to slow down to regroup. All they had to do was slow down enough to regroup then burst up together and then victory. Soarin was at level speed with Spitfire but Rainbow was coming in too hot. She was trying to slow down the best she could and it seemed as if all was going to go bad. Just before the last moment luck or fate or something decided it wasn't time for her to go as her body was able to be regained control and she matched speeds with her team. It seemed everything was a success as they flew up together. The crowd stunned watched and soon they erupted into cheers. Though there were no diamonds being thrown at them like in her fantasy all the praises and cheers was. They did something great and she was too excited to care about anything else. Every pony was cheering loudly and even Celestia got in the spirit of things. It seemed all would end well for the group. ____________________________________________________________ Spitfire was in the locker room with Soarin and Rainbow Dash. "So Dash what happened back there?" Rainbow Dash now only in a towel was just keeping to herself and Spitfire had to yell a bit "Dash seriously what happened back there?" Rainbow Dash didn't feel like being lectured "Look it was nothing alright? I just went a bit too fast but I recovered in time. Don't worry about it." She was too much in a good mood to be yelled at for a minor mistake that didn't even cause anything bad to happen. "Anyways I will be more careful. So what are we doing tonight to celebrate?" Soarin chuckled "Well I know what I am going to do tonight." He said with a knowing grin. "I am going to get some tail. Spitfire want to be my wing pony for my pick up tonight?" He asked knowing she would say no. Spitfire wasn't going to go skirt chasing or being some pony's wing pony. "No I am going to a club tonight in Canterlot. No offense to Cloudsdale but I don't feel like being here tonight." She was bored of the night scene in Cloudsdale. Rainbow Dash thought about her options. Ponyville was seconds away from Cloudsdale and she could visit her friends. Though chilling with Spitfire in Canterlot seems more appealing. "Hey Spitfire... has there been any mail for me lately?" She asked in case maybe she was just missing the mail and her friends weren't mad at her. " I mean I kind of wanted to know if I should stop by my old town and say hi or if they don't want to see my face." She finished trying to sound cool. Spitfire chuckled "Geeze Rainbow when did you become a softy. I mean why don't you just come with me to Canterlot and we can find some twins for the night." Spitfire wasn't a filly fooler or lesbimare, She was a bisexual, being a Celebrity female means you get offers from both sides of the fence and she was lonely and willing, not any colt or mare would do, they had to be exciting to look at and a good lay. She wasn't into relationships. That is why she preferred hanging out with Dash compared to Soarin who was looking to settle down. Rainbow Dash mulled it over and she declined "Listen I need to see my friends tonight. I just need to be there." She was loyalty and her friends would have her for one night. Even if it was one night it was going to be a good one. ____________________________________________________________ Outside the locker room the Wonderbolts were greeted with the VIP pass holders and realized they still had to schmooze with ponies before being able to relax. Pictures being taken as articles were being written showing how the Wonderbolts even though are big stars still have time for the ponies. Rainbow Dash recognized her old friends after all even after a month she couldn't forget them she doubts she ever will. She rushed through the crowd of people to get directly at them. "Hey girls listen. I have the night off and want to spend time with you girls. I mean to say that is if you guys forgive me." She said with a grin. The lovable grin that would make any pony feel like they had no grudges against Rainbow Dash. Twilight just huffed "If you really want our forgiveness try returning our letters..." Rainbow immediately cut her off "What letters? How can I return something you guys never send?" She huffed back and snorted. Twilight wasn't sure if she was lying or if she was telling the truth. "So you haven't gotten any letters from any of us?" Rainbow shook her head side to side while pinning her forelegs across her chest as she was hovering like her old self. " Well I guess it was just something with the mail service but why didn't you send us letters anyways?" Rainbow was now snorting even louder "I bucking did send you guys letters. Each of you received different letters telling you how much I miss you guys but not a single one was returned." She slammed her hoof down at the last word to make a point. "I mean I thought you guys hated me and I was going to go hang out with Spitfire instead in Canterlot but I decided I would give you guys a shot, I knew something was wrong." She said softly, I am glad it was just a mailing error. Scootaloo overhearing them decided to trot up to Dash "So why don't you go to Canterlot then. I mean it's not like you can abandon your new friends for your old ones right? Oh wait silly me I am not your friend, I am that annoying kid you pretended to like and when life threw you an out you took it in ten seconds flat." She was angry and even more so now that Rainbow Dash wanted to make amends. What right does she have to abandon me and then try to pretend as if nothing happened. Rainbow Dash looked down at the voice of anger and reeled back. That was the first time the realization hit. She didn't leave to go live her dream she just uprooted and skedaddled. Her life was basically removed from these ponies lives. She did abandon Scootaloo... too much emotions playing in her head for her to think she did the best thing she knew how. escape "Yeah I guess you are... right I should just ..." before she could finish the cyan pegasus was tackled by her oldest friend "NO!" She wrapped her forelegs around her tight not wanting to let go. Security immediately took action and forcefully removed Fluttershy off of Rainbow Dash, which pissed off Rainbow Dash to no end. "Get your bucking hooves off her now... Did I say help? Did I say get her off? I can defend my bucking self and don't you ever, ever lay a hoof on her again." She said face red with anger as the two security guards suddenly felt their impending job change. "Now scram you worthless turds..." she was livid but she went up to Fluttershy. "Hey shy you ok?" The canary mare nodded and tackled her again wrapping her hooves around her and cried "Don't change your mind because of Scootaloo. We still love you and we want you to hang out with us. If not then just spend the night with me, I will always love you Rainbow Dash... Anything you need you know I will give it to you. Just come back to Ponyville tonight please." The group looked sad at such a scene. The usually timid mare looked straight at Scootaloo and with her rage voice yelled "You better bucking listen to me, You have no right to say such mean things to Rainbow. She never abandoned you. You abandoned her when you decided you weren't going to keep her as a big sister. None of us want Rainbow to go to Canterlot and she has left us for this month. Real love doesn't end because time passes. If you truly loved Rainbow Dash as a sis you wouldn't have been such a little... meanie head." She said calming down a bit. Well that settled it Rainbow Dash was going to Ponyville for the night. Just one issue was grabbing at her. Where would she stay for the night. She thought about her choices. She could stay at Pinkie's but the cakes and their babies would probably never get sleep from Pinkie talking her head off. The farm is suffering right now and she didn't want to be a burden. Twilight is annoying and probably would spend the night trying to convince her to back out. Rarity is well Rarity... She lied about all her observations she knew what she really wanted to think but didn't have the courage to. I want to spend my night with you shy but I am afraid I will just break your heart even more. ____________________________________________________________ After the awkward moment at the Cloudiseum ended with Scootaloo apologizing to Dash and crying and everyone hugging. Spitfire was not sure about Rainbow's decision to spend the night in Ponyville. They were at the base with Rainbow Dash lounging for a bit unwinding from the day. Soarin getting ready and practicing some pick up lines. While Spitfire was figuring out if she wanted a colt for the night or mare, so she could dress accordingly. " So you sure you don't want to come to Canterlot for the night? Vinyl is going to do a jam with Octavia and it's supposed to be killer." She coaxed wanting to spend the night with her new teammate. "I mean unless you have better plans." Rainbow Dash was looking through a magazine reading an article about herself. "I think I am covered for the night, going to spend time with the girls and go flying with Scoots before she has to get tucked in for the night... " then it dawned on her "You just said Vinyl is doing a jam with Octavia?" She was frowning. "Why didn't you tell me before I made plans..damn you Spits." Spitfire just chuckled "I didn't think I needed to convince you of all people to accompany me to a night club. I mean you used to fantasize about me for Celestia's sake." She winked at that causing Rainbow to blush. "So I thought details were irrelevant. But I guess since you became a big shot you probably fantasize about yourself huh." Rainbow Dash chuckled at that "Yeah I do. I see myself in my dream and I just rut myself. It's super hardcore, but seriously now I am torn." She went back to reading her magazine until Spitfire knocked it away and looked her in the eye. "Well Rainbow Dash I guess you can make a choice tonight. Would you rather spend the night hanging out with people who are just going to weigh you down for being successful or are you going to enjoy success and live it up?" She added while stroking the side of her face with her hoof getting her point across that spending time with Spitfire would be awesome for the ex star struck fan. Rainbow Dash had a decision to make. She was damned if she didn't and damned if she did. Tonight was a rare event and the opportunity to have some weird kinky sex with Spitfire was almost too good to pass up. Though spending time with her best friends who have been there with her through so much... it was mind boggling. This would be another test of Loyalty. In her mind she thought of something. What if she could make both happen? No... it wouldn't work. Rarity would enjoy the club scene since it's Canterlot. Applejack wouldn't be able to go because you know she isn't into dance clubs or Canterlot society. Twilight Sparkle being a princess would just make things awkward.... Pinkie Pie would probably get kicked out for being Pinkie... Fluttershy... she is too gentle for that. Rainbow Dash was still thinking about it as Soarin left for the night. Spitfire was wearing a sexy as hell dress that made her look awesome. She had her hair styled differently since she was going out to enjoy herself not fly into tornadoes. Her coat was brushed and looking good. Rainbow knew that her choice would have to be made soon. Sexy spitfire or her non sexy friends.