//------------------------------// // One Lonely Night // Story: My Little Pony, Friendship is Out of This World // by Robobrony //------------------------------// One Lonely Night The time had finally come, it was the day of the galla that was to be held tonight in Canterlot. Despite himself, Nova was actually looking forward to it. Sure he would be nervous going to a new town with ponies he had never met, but he would have his friends there with him to keep him company, they promised they would stick with him. While at the galla tonight, his little brother Starburst was going to stay at Applejack’s where Big Macintosh and Granny Smith would watch him, plus, he would have Applebloom to play with until tomorrow when he came to pick him up. Nova knew he wouldn’t be able to do it otherwise. When he first came to this world, and to Ponyville, he was really nervous and scared about it, but his little brother’s enthusiasm and company helped him through it. And when he came to Appleloosa, he did have his friends there, but he was too distraught over his little brother being kidnapped to feel afraid. Concern, worry, and fear for his little brother dominated his fear of meeting other ponies. Tonight was going to be different, Nova had six wonderful friends that would be going with him and he knew they wouldn’t abandon him. Not to mention Twilight, his marefriend as well. It was just after noon when Nova and Starburst left to meet the others at Rarity’s boutique to start getting ready for the galla. When they arrived, they saw Twilight lying on the ground trying to read a book while Pinkie was jumping up and down excitedly on a trampoline. She spoke between bounces. “AH…I…can’t…believe….the grand…galloping….galla…is….tonight!” Twilight was getting frustrated with Pinkie Pie. She furrowed her brow as she looked at Pinkie. “Pinkie Pie, please stop shouting, I’m trying to concentrate!” Nova and Starburst approached her as Nova said hello. “Hey there Twilight, what are you doing?” Twilight still looked upset but she spoke nicely to Nova. “Hello Nova, I’m trying to get this spell down.” Nova was about to ask what the spell was but then Rarity came out and saw Pinkie jumping. She rushed over and scolded Pinkie Pie. “Pinkie Pie, stop that right now, it’s time to prepare for the gala and I refuse to let you put on your dress when you’re all sweaty.” Pinkie stopped, but she didn’t look too happy. She jumped down off the trampoline and looked towards Twilight while standing next to Spike. Pinkie asked the question that was on Nova’s mind to Spike. “What’s Twilight doing?” “She’s got an awesome magic spell she’s been working on for the gala.” Spike answered. “Where are the others, it’s getting late.” Rarity questioned as she joined them. “Hold yer horses girl, we’re here.” Applejack called as she, Rainbow Dash, and Fluttershy approached. “Hi girls.” Starburst happily greeted. “Hey there squirt, good to see ya.” Rainbow Dash greeted back. “Hello Starburst.” Fluttershy also greeted. “Good ta see you two partner.” Applejack responded. Twilight cut into the greeting. “Perfect, I’m ready.” She stated proudly as she closed the book with her magic. “For what?” Rainbow questioned. “All right Spike.” Twilight said as Spike walked up to her with an apple and placed it on the ground in front of her. Pinkie’s mood was happy again as she saw the red fruit. “An apple, are we having pie?” “Shh, watch.” Spike hushed the ponies so Twilight could concentrate. Twilight lit up her horn and it began to glow with her purple aura. The apple began to glow the same color as it was enveloped in Twilight’s magic. The apple began to bulge and recede in some spots, then move about and shutter. Eventually the apple exploded in size, gaining yellow wheels, windows, a door and a seat at the front. The apple had turned into an apple carriage. The girls all sounded off in approval. Even Nova threw in his compliment. “Wow Twilight, that’s amazing. That carriage looks great.” Twilight gave a smile to Nova. “Thanks Nova. And thank you girls, but that’s just the start.” Twilight walked over to Fluttershy. “Fluttershy, did you bring your friends?” Four white mice popped out of the top of Fluttershy’s mane. “Yes, will they be safe Twilight?” She questioned as she lowered her head to let them down onto the ground. They just stood there with each other. “You have my word.” Twilight stated confidently. She lit her horn up again and the four mice were enveloped in her magic aura as well. Just like that, they changed size and shape like the apple. The four mice had turned into horses but still kept their whiskers, mouse like ears, nose, and buck teeth. “Ta da!” The group did not seem as impressed as before as they all sounded unsure. “Neat huh? And don’t worry, they’ll be mice again at midnight.” Little to anypony’s knowledge, Opal Essence was lurking about in a nearby bush and saw the horse mice. Her eyes gleamed with predatory intent. She leapt from the bushes and latched onto the flank of the nearest horse mouse. “Opal Essence no.” Fluttershy tried to stop the cat but it was too late. This panicked the mouse horse and the others, causing them to gallop away in fear. “Wait, come back!” Twilight called to them, hoping to stop them. It didn’t work of course and they were long gone. “Those horses were supposed to pull our carriage, how will we get to the galla?” Nova made a suggestion in hopes of helping. “I suppose I could pull it.” He offered. Rarity interjected. “Perish the thought dear, you coming to the galla with us, it wouldn’t be right. Besides, I have another idea.” Rarity walked over to a pair of stallions talking. Rarity put on her charm as she spoke. “Uh, ahem, excuse me, would you boys mind pulling our carriage to the galla?” She asked as she fluttered her eyes at them. They quickly agreed and hitched themselves to the carriage. Twilight gave a sheepish smile. “Oh,….yeah…right.” With that issue solved, it was now time to start getting ready. Nova turned to his little brother. “All right Starburst, I think it’s about time you head on over to Applejack’s place now. You behave for Big Mac and Granny Smith all right?” They shared a hug as Starburst responded. “Don’t worry big brother, I promise to behave. I hope you have fun at the galla tonight.” “Thanks little brother, take care now.” The two broke their embrace and Starburst headed off for Sweet Apple Acres. Once Starburst was gone, Nova headed inside to join the others, Only to find that the girls were all already in one room with the door closed leaving Spike outside. He just leaned against the wall opposite the door and waited for them to finish so he could get ready. Eventually, Spike grew impatient and started banging on the door. “Come on guys, let us in.” Nova tried to scold. “Spike, let them have their privacy.” He didn’t listen. Rainbow Dash’s voice was heard on the other side. “Sure thing Spike.” Rarity’s voice was then heard. “Heavens no, we’re getting dressed.” “Dressed? Uh, beggin yer pardon Rarity, but we don’t normally wear clothes.” Applejack retorted. Rarity was heard giving a defeated sigh and the door opened. “Sorry boys, some of us DO have standards.” She said as Spike walked in. Nova went ahead and followed. As Spike walked in, he started talking excitedly. “I still can’t believe we’re going to be in Canterlot tonight, our hometown Twilight! And the best part is we get to hang out together all night long!” Nova smiled at the thought. “I have to agree with you there Spike.” He said aloud. “Uh, I don’t know Spike.” Dash said carefully. This didn’t go unnoticed by Nova. “What did she mean by that?” He asked himself mentally Rarity was levitating a false eyelash and placed it on her left eye. She blinked it a few times before speaking. “We’ll just have to see.” “Just have to see, what did SHE mean by that?” Nova asked himself again. He was starting to get worried. Applejack was sitting in front of Fluttershy who had her hoof on a stool. Applejack was scrubbing it for her. She spit on Fluttershy’s hoof to her discomfort and spoke. “We’re gonna be a might busy.” “Busy, busy doing what, don’t tell me they forgot about their promise to stay with me during the party so I won’t be afraid.” Nova was really starting to worry now. “Busy having fun!” Pinkie pointed out after the hair dryer she was under came up leaving her hair hanging straight. It instantly poofed back up. Nova ignored that as he was more concerned with what he was hearing. Spike was now sitting in a cushioned chair as he responded sadly. “Oh, okay.” “Don’t worry Spike, we’ll all get to spend some time together.” Twilight said as she was applying some makeup with her magic. This perked Spike right up. “Great!” He exclaimed. Nova was perked up by this too. Maybe he thought wrong then. He was still unsure and wanted to make sure the girls didn’t forget their promise. He was about to ask when Rarity suddenly spoke up and interrupted his thoughts. “Come along Nova, we still need to get you in your suit.” “Huh, oh, uh, ok…..sure.” He said unsuredly. Rarity didn’t pick up on it as she led Nova to another room to help him get dressed. Rarity helped Nova get a little cleaned up before putting on his suit. Nova dawned his green tuxedo with orange lapels and trimming, the tails of his tux resting on his back and draped down with his tail between them. Rarity then helped Nova put on his yellow tie and used her magic to place his yellow top hat on his head. “There, oh you look simply smashing darling.” She complimented. “Thanks Rarity. I really like this suit you made me.” He said with a small smile. Nova was still a little worried about what he heard the girls say. He was hoping what he was thinking that meant was wrong and was just a misunderstanding. Once the others were ready and all wearing their galla dresses, Spike was wearing a black tuxedo with a red bow tie of his own as he waited for every pony to board. Once they were all inside, Spike climbed up onto the driver seat and asked the stallions pulling the carriage to start moving. Nova just sat in silence as the girls went about talking excitedly about the galla. Nova wasn’t really listening, he just couldn’t stop himself from worrying that the girls had forgotten their promise to him that they would stick with him. He had a window seat in the carriage next to Twilight. He just gazed out the window and looked up at the fresh night sky with a full moon providing light. The stars twinkled as he looked at them. “Come on Nova, stop thinking like that. These girls are your friends, they won’t forget a promise. Especially not Pinkie Pie. Just wait, everything will be fine. This is supposed to be a date as well with yourself and Twilight.” Nova tried to tell himself. After a long carriage ride, they finally arrived. The carriage came to a stop and the girls filed out. Nova got out last. He saw Spike stand up on his tail as he gazed at the girls and complimented them. “Whoa, you all look….amazing.” Now that he got a good look at them, Nova had to agree, but none of them compared to Twilight in his opinion, she looked the best. He couldn’t help but smile a little as his fears seemed to just disappear as if they weren’t there in the first place. He started to walk up to her and was about to say something, but Twilight started before he could. “I can’t believe we’re finally here. With all that we’ve imagined, the reality of this night is sure to make this the best night ever.” It was then that Nova noticed all the other ponies around and made him a little nervous. If he weren’t in such close proximity to his friends, he would be terrified right now. Then without warning, every pony broke out into song. Twilight: At the galla Eeveryone: At the galla Fluttershy: At the galla, in the garden I’m going to see them all. All the creatures, I’ll befriend them at the galla. All the birdies, and the critters, They will love me big and small we’ll become good friends forever right here at the galla Everyone: All our dreams will come true, Right here at the galla, at the galla Applejack: At the galla, I will sell them All my appletastic treats. Hungry ponies, they will buy them caramel apples, apple sweets And I’ll earn a lot of money, for the apple Family~ Everyone: All our dreams and our hopes, From now until hereafter, all that we’ve been wishing for, will happen at the galla, at the galla Rarity: At the galla, all the royals, they will meet fair Rarity, They will see I’m just as regal at the galla Everyone: At the galla Rarity: I will find him, my prince charming, and how gallant he will be, He will treat me like a lady, Tonight at the galla Everyone: This is what we waited for, to have the best night ever each of us will live our dreams tonight at the galla, at the galla. Rainbow Dash: Been dreamin, I’ve been waiting, To fly with those brave ponies, the wonderbolts, they’re daring tricks Spinning round and having kicks. Perform for crowds of thousands They’ll shower us with diamonds The wonderbolts will see me right here at the galla Everyone: All we’ve longed, for all we’ve dreamed our happy ever after, finally we’ve all come to, right here at the grand galla, at the galla. Pinkie Pie: I am here at the grand galla, for it is the best party, but the one thing it was missing was a pony named Pinkie. For I am the best at parties every pony will agree. Ponies playing, ponies dancing, With me at the grand galla. Everyone: Happiness and laughter at the galla, at the galla. Twilight Sparkle: At the galla, with the princess, Is where I’m going to be. We will talk all about magic, And what I’ve learned and seen. It is going to be so special, as she takes time just for me~ Everyone: This will be the best night ever! Into the galla we must go, we’re ready and we’re all aglow. Into the galla lets go in and have the best night ever. Into the galla now’s the time, we’re ready and we look devine. Fluttershy/Twilight: Into the galla Fluttershy: Meet new friends. Fluttershy/Twilight: Into the galla. Applejack: Sell some apples. Applejack/Fluttershy/Twilight/ Rarity: Into the galla. Rarity: Find my prince. Everyone: Prove I’m brave. Rainbow Dash: As a wonderbolt. Fluttershy: To see Applejack: To sell Rarity: To find Rainbow Dash: To prove Pinkie Pie: To woop Twilight: To tell Everyone: Into the galla, into the galla, And we’ll have the best night ever~ At the galla! As the song went on, Nova’s heart started to sink. It seemed they had forgotten their promise. They seemed more interested in doing they’re own thing and making this night perfect for themselves. Spike slid in front of the girls at the finish and cheered. “YEAH, this is going to be the best night ever. You know why? Cause we’re all gonna spend time at the galla to-“ Spike didn’t get to finish his thought, the girls suddenly rushed off and left Spike and Nova in a cloud of dust. “Gether.” Spike finished sadly. That was the cleancher, it was all Nova needed to confirm his fears. The girls just rushed off without a single word to him. He was so depressed by this revelation, he didn’t even notice Spike take his leave as well. “They…..they just…..left. They just dashed off and left me behind like that. I can’t believe it. How could they do that?” Nova thought to himself. He stared up at the entrance of the castle and gulped. Never has a doorway seemed so threatening. The metal gate that hung overhead looked more like teeth ready to chomp down on him should he try to enter. He grew even more nervous at the fact he was now alone and surrounded by a few other ponies just hanging around outside. Nova decided to just head in and see if he could salvage this night. He did so with caution though, he was feeling very afraid and nervous. He walked through the gate and made his way to the main stair case where he saw the princess herself greeting each pony that was lined up to see her. What really got him even more, was when he saw Twilight standing next to her with a bright smile. It was like she had totally forgotten all about him. “Twilight.” He said softly to himself. Nova wanted to just go up to her, but with so many ponies around, he was afraid it would cause a scene. He tried to wave a hoof to get her attention but it didn’t work. Nova just gave a defeated sigh, hung his head and walked off. Nova just made his way through the castle doing his best to avoid others. He didn’t want to meet others, he was too afraid. Nova just let his thoughts wander as he walked in his depression. “Why, why did they do that? I thought we were friends. I can’t believe they just ditched me like that.” Eventually, Nova had wandered to a part of the castle where no pony was around. He then found his way to a stone balcony. He just walked out up to the railing and gazed up at the night sky. His thoughts of being ditched continued to haunt him to the point where a tear eventually formed in his right eye and fell to the ground. “Just when I thought I finally have friends on this strange world.” He sat on his haunches and placed his left hoof on the railing, then just let his head fall down and placed his forehead on the railing as well with his eyes closed. He stayed like that silently with his head down for a while. “Um, excuse me, are you all right?” A feminine cultered sounding voice asked. Nova’s eyes shot open, he slowly lifted his head and turned it to face the source of the voice, fear a bit evident in his eyes. When he finally had the source in full view, he saw a mare earth pony with a grey coat and a black mane and tail with a purple musical note for a cutie mark. She had a white collar and was wearing something familiar to Nova’s eyes. It was a gem shaped like the mare’s cutie mark like a necklace. The gem had a glowing line tracing the inside of it. “Uh…..um…..hello.” Nova said nervously. “Are you all right?” She asked with genuine concern. “Uh……I….I’m fine, really.” Nova answered, hoping the mare would leave him alone. “Sorry for saying, but you seem a little upset. Is there anything I can do to help?” She asked again. Nova was still a little nervous, but at the same time, was surprised by this total stranger’s concern for him. Nova wasn’t sure where to begin. “Well…..you see….I don’t really see how you could help with my problem. But…..thank you….for your concern.” He said nervously. “Please just go away, I’m not exactly in the mood for company right now and I REALLY don’t want to have to deal with a stranger on my own.” Nova thought to himself. “Well, if you’re sure. I was just walking by to the hall when I saw you. Sorry for bothering you.” She was about to leave when she stopped and spoke again. “Hold on, do I know you?” She asked. “Oh no, don’t tell me she knows me.” “I……doubt it, I don’t recall meeting a pony like you.” Nova said nervously. The mare’s eyes then lit up in recognition. “Hold on, I do know you…..well, not personally, but your that pony who makes the gems every pony has been talking about aren’t you?” “I…..uh….y-yes, I am.” She gave him a genuine smile. “So you’re the pony I have to thank for my necklace. I simply adore it, thank you so much for it. Some of my friends are very jealous of it.” She gave a light chuckle. “Your name is Nova, right?” “Y-y-yes, it is. Uh….do you….need something?” Nova asked carefully. “I’m just glad I get to meet you is all. My name is Octavia. My band and I are here to perform for the party. It’s a pleasure to meet you.” She stepped closer to Nova. Nova took a step back. Octavia saw this and cocked her head. “What is it? Are you all right?” She asked again. “It’s just….I’m not exactly comfortable around strangers. I’m just…..nervous around others I don’t know.” That was only half the truth. The other half was he was afraid something would happen that would reveal his secret and blow his cover of being an alien. “I see, sorry if I startled you. It’s just your kind of a celebrity among the upper class. I never thought I would get the chance to meet you. This night has turned out splendidly for me. Not only do I get to perform at this prestigious even, but I also get to meet the famous Nova, gem maker extrordinair.” Nova couldn’t help but blush a little, he felt some of his nervousness melt away, but not much. “Um….thanks.” He said glumly as he turned his head away. “Are you sure you’re all right? You don’t seem like it. If I may be so bold, you seem upset about something. If you like, I don’t mind lending an ear.” Octavia offered. Nova looked back at her. “R-really? I….I don’t know. I guess I appreciate the offer, but we only just met.” Octavia gave a smile. “Come now, I’m more than happy to help some pony in need. Why don’t you tell me what’s on your mind.” Nova thought for a moment. He couldn’t believe this high class pony was actually offering her help to make him feel better. And the fact that they were total strangers. Nova figured that if he just let it all out, maybe it would help him feel better. He gave a sigh before beginning. “*Sigh* you see, I came here with some friends…..at least…..I thought they were my friends. As I said, I’m not exactly comfortable around ponies I don’t know. Coming here, I’m surrounded by them, so you can imagine my discomfort.” “I believe so. So where are your friends?” Octavia asked. “Well, they promised me a long time ago when we first found out we’d be coming here that they would stay with me so I wouldn’t feel uncomfortable or scared. But as soon as we got here, they just zipped off and ditched me. Some friends they turned out to be.” Nova said as he turned his head to the side again. Octavia gave him a sympathetic look. “Oh dear, sounds like they aren’t being very good friends.” Nova looked back at her. “Tell me about it, and we’ve been through so much together too. But what really hurts the most, is that one of them was my marefriend. And instead of spending time with me, she’d rather spend her time doing something else.” Nova figured he shouldn’t bother with saying that Twilight was princess Celestia’s protégé and wanted to hang with her instead of him. “Even your marefriend ditched you? Oh you poor dear. You must feel terrible.” “You have no idea. They were more concerned with making this night perfect for themselves rather than spend time with me. And they practically begged me to come here with them. Then they go and leave me behind.” With all this talk, Nova had forgotten his fear. But he did feel like crying again after retelling what he went through. Octavia started with a bit of a firm tone. “Well, it sounds to me like they aren’t your real friends after all if they forget a promise on a whim like that and just leave you. I think you need to find some real friends. And I would be more than happy to fill that roll if you like.” Nova looked curiously at her. “R-really, you want to be my friend?” “Well, you seem like a nice enough pony, why not. Though, if we live in different towns, keeping up a friendship would be difficult. Where is it you live again?” “Ponyville.” “OF COURSE!” Octavia explained. “Oh how stupid of me, I can’t believe I didn’t recognize you right away.” Nova was even more confused now. “What is she talking about? Recognize me right away? But she just said earlier that she knew me from the newspapers. How do those news ponies get photos of me anyway without me knowing?” Nova let that last question go. Octavia began to clarify. “I’m sorry, it’s just that I live in Ponyville too and I recognize seeing you around town. I never had the nerve to speak to you because of your fame. But I am very glad to get this opportunity.” She gave a smile. “So….you live in Ponyville too?” he asked. “Yes, and I am a big fan of your work as you already know.” “Yeah, anyway, I guess I would like to have some pony for a friend who won’t ditch me for something personal. It’s nice to meet you Octavia.” Nova gave a genuine smile. His fears started melting away the more he talked with this mare. “It’s a pleasure to meet you as well Nova. And thank you again for this lovely gem you made.” She said, indicating to her necklace. “You’re welcome, I’m glad to know your enjoying it.” “I am sorry to cut this short, but I have to go now. My band will be waiting for me in the ball room. We’re going to be performing there, why don’t you come along?” Nova wasn’t too sure about this offer. He may have made a new friend, but it was still too new. “Thanks but…I still need some time alone. I just don’t feel up for anything right now.” He said sadly. “I understand. Like I said, those friends you came with don’t sound like real friends. You should probably just leave them and find new friends.” Nova smiled again. “Thanks for the advice Octavia. I have made other friends in Ponyville, maybe I should hang out with them more then I have with the ones I’ve spent most of my time with.” “Glad to hear it, I’ll see you back at Ponyville, take care Nova.” Octavia said with a smile. “You too.” Nova responded. With Octavia now gone, Nova was left with a lot to think about. “Not my real friends huh? Maybe she’s right. Real friends wouldn’t ditch a friend like how I was. Maybe I should just forget about them. Then again, we have been through a lot so far, and Applejack knows mine and Starburst’s secret. She kept her promise of not telling any pony so far. Could I really just leave them behind and try to find new friends.” The more Nova thought about it, the more it confused and irritated him. He was just starting to get mad at his six so called friends. He just sat on the balcony looking up at the stars and thought about it all for a long time. “AGH! WHY IS THIS SO HARD?!” He yelled out loud. “Maybe a walk around this town will help. I just need to stick to the less populated areas so I can be alone with my thoughts.” Nova decided to just walk around a bit. He figured the girls wouldn’t care after what happened. Nova found his way out of the castle and into the Canterlot city streets. The streets were practically deserted by this time and only a few buisnesses were still open at this time. It had gotten later in the evening, just after ten at night by now. Nova continued to walk around with his head low as he continued to think. His thoughts of everything he had been through and how close he had grown with the girls and Spike were at war with that one moment when they just ditched him. The fact they just left him after everything and how close they were really struck him hard. Nova found himself approaching a small café looking place. The sign at the top read Doughnut Joe’s. “A doughnut shop, guess I could use something to eat, maybe some food will help me figure this out.” Before entering, he looked inside through a window on the right side of the door. There, he saw seven familiar figures and one royal one sitting around a table with smiles. His six ‘so called friends’ and the princess were all sitting around chatting with smiles. The girls dresses were a mess, they were dirty and some of them were torn up a bit. His brow furrowed, as he looked at them. “I don’t believe it. Not only did they ditch me, but their having fun in a doughnut shop without me? Did they even realize I was gone? HOW COULD THEY?!” Nova felt his blood boil with anger as he glared at them. “So that’s it then. After everything we’ve been through, I’m just forgotten, tossed aside like nothing?” Then his thoughts turned to Twilight, the mare he fell in love with. “So that’s it then? We’re together for a while, have fun, talk, share our time together, and you just dump me without warning. Fine, if that’s how it is, so be it.” “The best night ever!” The six mares exclaimed together around the table, then shared a laugh. Celestia then pointed out something. “Excuse me girls, but isn’t some pony missing?” She questioned. Fluttershy picked up quickly. “Oh my gosh, we are. Where’s Nova, I hope he’s all right.” “There he is.” Pinkie said happily. She pointed a hoof to the window Nova was looking at them from. They all smiled upon seeing him. Twilight waved a hoof at him, inviting him to join them. Nova just glared at them. He turned his head and started walking away. “Nova?” Twilight questioned. Without warning, she ran out after him with the others, including the princess, behind her. “Nova, wait up!” She called as she ran up behind him. Nova stopped in his tracks. He lifted his head and turned it around. “Oh I’m sorry, were you talking to me?” He asked with disdain in his voice. “Of course we were silly, there isn’t another pony around here named Nova is there?” Pinkie asked, clueless to Nova’s anger. “What ya doin out here sugar cube, why don’t ya come join us fer some doughnuts?” Applejack invited happily. “No thanks, I don’t want to waste my time with ponies who would just forget me on a whim.” He said angrily. Celestia looked on worriedly. “Nova dear, what are you talking about?” Rarity asked. “Don’t give me that, you know exactly what I’m talking about.” “Hey, take it easy Nova, what’s gotten into you?” Rainbow asked. “You want me to spell it out for you, FINE! I’ll spell it out for you.” Nova said angrily. “Do you all remember when we first got the tickets to come to this galla?” They all were silent for a moment. Nova continued. “You all practically begged me to come with you all. You promised that you would stick with me so I wouldn’t be so afraid. But despite that, as soon as we get here, you all just rush off and ditch me to have your own perfect night.” At this point, each of the girls had a guilty expression, not wanting to look Nova in the eye. “Thanks to the advice of a pony I met while I was here, I realized that you all aren’t my friends after all.” Celestia spoke up. “Nova, don’t you think you might be over reacting.” She spoke as nicely as she could to try and calm him down. It didn’t work. Instead, it seemed to have the opposite effect and flared him up more. “DON’T YOU START WITH ME PRINCESS!” He yelled. Celestia cringed a little at his shout. “I don’t exactly have the patience right now for your high and mighty wisdom. This is between me and them.” Twilight was very upset by Nova shouting at the princess. “Nova, she’s the princess.” She tried to scold. “Save it Twilight, you’re the worst offender here!” Nova felt his eyes starting to sting as he went off. “Do you know what it feels like to just be pushed aside? I can’t believe you all. After everything we’ve been through, the times we shared, the adventures we had, the secrets I told.” He directed that at Applejack. “…..the love we had.” The last one was directed to Twilight. Tears started falling from his eyes. “After all that, you all just leave me behind on a whim for your own selfish desires. I can’t believe you.” His voice dropped more. “Some friends you are.” Twilight spoke softly to try and make amends. She looked at him with concern and sorrow. “Nova, please, we’re really sorry, we never should have done that. It was wrong of us to do that, please forgive us.” Nova glared at Twilight as more tears fell. “Don’t even start with me Twilight. This was supposed to be our date, but instead, you rush on over to Celestia’s side like some loyal….PET! Instead of spending time with me, you wanted to spend time with her more.” His look softened. "I thought you loved me.” “I….I…” Twilight was speechless. He was right, she had just left him behind when this was supposed to be their date. “I…..I’m so sorry Nova, I just….I.” she didn’t know what to say. “Just forget it.” Nova said as he turned his head away. “Nova, sugar cube, ya gotta understand that we were all lookin forward to this night. We just got so caught up in the excitement, we fergot somethin important.” Applejack said with sympathy. “We let our own excitement let us forget to keep a promise we made to a very good friend.” Rarity pointed out. “And because of that, we hurt some pony’s feelings.” Pinkie followed up. “We should have been more considerate and never let that happen.” Rainbow said. “Nova, please forgive us, we’re super-duper sorry.” Pinkie added sadly. “Nova?” Twilight started softly. “Nova, I’m really sorry I forgot you. I know it may take some time, but please try to forgive us, me especially. It was just aweful of us to just forget you like that.” Nova looked up at them, or more specifically, Twilight. “Do you really mean that?” Twilight gave a hopeful smile. “I do, I do care about you Nova, we all do. But I do still….well…care about you.” Twilight said with a light blush. Nova gave a sigh. “I don’t know, I want to forgive you, but after what happened, it just really hurt me. I guess, it will take some time for me to forgive you. I really don’t want to lose friends.” “We’ll wait for as long as it takes dear.” Rarity said with a smile. “Does this mean we’re still friends?” Pinkie asked hopefully. Nova kept his frown as he answered. “I guess so. Like I said, I don’t want to lose friends, but it will take time for me to forgive you. Just try not to let this happen again.” He then gave them a small smile. The girls and Spike smiled back. Even Celestia gave a smile upon seeing the friends make up. “Nova?” Twilight said again getting Nova’s attention. “I hope we can still be….we…you know, a couple. I really am sorry.” “Yeah, I’d like that.” Twilight walked up to him and gave him a peck on the cheek with a smile. “I’m glad. You’re a real gentle colt Nova.” Twilight said. Nova couldn’t help but smile bigger. “Well then, guess what girls.” They all looked at Nova with smiles, wondering what he had to say. “I forgive you.”