//------------------------------// // 158. Optimist // Story: In Celebration of a Hundred. // by Karrakaz //------------------------------// She was sure there would be questions when she got home. Being caught outside after dark was sure to bring up some awkward conversation, but she didn’t want the rumors to spread. Her wings ached and she decided she was done training for now. She wouldn’t risk her closest friend knowing what she did. Angel hopped up to her when she tried to sneak in. She answered him goodnaturedly, even if she felt a little bashful. She would never become as fast as Rainbow Dash, but she had come to enjoy flying again. And maybe, one day, she'd surprise everypony.