“Anon wake up!”
I shoot up out of my bed in surprised.
“Huh?! W-Whassat!”
I look around my room and see it was filled with what looked like rock candy. I rub my eyes a bit thinking it was probably another candy dream. I look around again to find that candy was still there but now I saw Pinkie was sitting at the edge of my bed with a smile.
“Pinkie?” I ask still tired. “What are you doing here?”
Her grin was ever present as she jumps on top of me. Knocking me down onto my back again as she gives me a kiss.
“I came by to tell you that my sister is coming today!” She says with excitement.
Her little kiss definitely made me more alert. As soon as what she said registers in my head I feel my eyes open wide.
“Your sister?” She nods. “Which one?”
“Maud of course!”
I could feel a slight nervousness rise inside of me. I still haven't met Pinkie parents yet since we have been dating. I guess it is always a bit nerve racking when you need to meet any member of your significant others family. Though Pinkie always tells me about her sisters and I have heard of Maud on more than one occasion.
“That’s great Pinkie. So when will she be here?”
“Any minute now.” She says nonchalantly.
“What?!” I look around. “Why didn't you tell me about this earlier? I gotta get ready!”
I quickly set Pinkie aside as I get up and start digging through my closet for something to wear. It took a bit of work seeing as there was rock candy everywhere. I could hear Pinkie giggling from behind me.
“Oh I can't wait to show Maud my special somehuman. I hope she likes you.” She says to herself. I then feel something wrap around my waist. “I want you both to be best friends.”
I feel myself calm down some. “I’m a little nervous Pinkie.” I admit. “I will try my best to get to know her though.” I feel Pinkie let go of me. I go back to searching but not before I remember something. “Can you please get this candy out of here? I know I said it was alright to store stuff here but I can barely mo-”
I turn around to see my room was now empty. I can't help but shake my head with a smirk as I gather my clothes and walk over to the shower. Today was going to be a interesting day. I could just feel it.
Pinkie and I sat in wait at the train station as it slowly pulls in. I was still feeling extremely nervous as it came to a full stop. I could feel my hands shaking a bit from meeting Pinkies sister. A great deal of thoughts running through my mind. Will she like me? Will it affect Pinkies relationship with her family if she doesnt? I don't want to get in the way of that but I’m not going to leave Pinkie either. My mind comes to a halt when I feel Pinkie nuzzling my hand. I look down and smile at her as I steel over my nerves.
The steam that collected onto the platform slowly dissipated as a figure slowly walked from the open door of the train and towards us. What broke through the cloud left me a little surprised. What stood there was a very monotone colored pony. I have seen pictured of Pinkies family before but it feels so different when you actually get to meet them in person.
Her light grey coat and a interesting shade of violet for her mane and tail. Though what really got me was that she was wearing clothes. Their aqua coloring added a nice contrast to her now that I am looking her over. What I found pleasantly surprising was her eye color. She had silver eyes and man were they rather beautiful. I’m so use to seeing colorful ponies that Pinkies sister has a certain ‘exotic’ feel to her.
As she walks up to Pinkie she stops a few feet short and slowly crains her head up to look at me. It was very brief but I swear I saw her eyes widen just by a few centimeters. Though it quickly settled back to a default expression. I don't know why but I felt there was something very human about Maud and it wasn't even her name either.
She looks over to Pinkie and gives a small smile.
“Hello Pinkie.” She says in a monotone voice. “It’s really good to see you again. How long has it been?”
Honestly it didn't sound like she wanted to be here and yet I could catch small things that seemed to suggest otherwise. I didn't feel weird by her because she actually reminded me of something that felt so familiar. I know she is a pony but everything about her is screaming at me that it is human. I know ponies are human like too but their personalities are mostly really happy.
Maud though. I guess it is kinda hard to explain. She just had this way about her that made me feel comfortable. Just like how I feel with Pinkie but on a different level. Maybe it is something that runs in their family?
“It feels like it has been forever!” Pinkie shouts with her usual energy. She then looks over to me with a smile and pulls me down to her level. “Hey Maud did I tell you about my coltfriend?”
Again I see that slight eye widden from before on Maud but she goes back to her usual expression.
“This is the coltfriend?” Her voice not wavering in the slightest. “He seems nice.”
“He totally is! I hope you two can get along!” Pinkie then forces Maud and I into a hug.
I feel Maud tense up. “Pinkie, I don't think Maud and I are comfortable being this close. We just met after all.”
Pinkie lets us go with a giggle. “Opps. Sorry Maud.” Pinkie then looks to me with a smile. “Well?”
“Oh!” I get to a knee and extend my hand. “My name is Anon. Pleasure to meet you Maud.”
She extends her hoof as I take it into my hand and give is a slow shake.
“It’s nice to meet you Anon.” We break our hand/hoof shake as she looks over to Pinkie. “So what are we going to do today?”
Pinkie looks over to Maud and then me. “Well since you met my coltfriend then I guess you want to meet my other friends right?” Maud slowly opens her mouth to respond but Pinkie cuts in. “Of course you do! Don't worry. I will get the girls together. Anon can you show Maud around town?”
“I-”
“Great! Don't worry. I’ll be back to get you two in a little bit.”
With that Pinkie disappears in a puff of smoke. Maud and I just sit there not really sure what to do.
“So..” We both say hesitantly.
“I guess I can show you around.” I finally say.
She gives me a nod as we both walk off towards Ponyville.
Maud and I have been walking about for a few minutes. Nothing really has been said between the two of us. I point at something and tell her what it is and she gives me a slight nod. Honestly I kinda like her already. She is a polar opposite to ponies in general and I can't shake how odd she is, odd in a good way. She is like another human but in pony form. Not to mention that her name is so unpony like.
“Pinkie seems to really like you.” Maud says suddenly.
I nod. “I really like her too.” I admit.
“That’s good. I like when Pinkie is happy. Seeing her happy makes me happy.”
I smile at that. “I feel the same way.” We fall into silence again. “You know we haven't known each other that long but I have to admit I like you Maud.”
She looks up to me with a small smirk as we walk down the street. “I feel the same too. Most ponies don't really like being around me. I guess I don't have their usual personality.”
I chuckle some. “Pinkie doesn't have their usual personality either. Is that a family trait?” I joke a bit.
Her grin seems to grow a bit. “It seems to be. Though Pinkie has always been an oddity.”
I nod at that. “I can understand that. Though most ponies seem to shy away from it, I personally like ponies that are different.” I look around shifty eyes a bit as I lean closer to Maud. “So... Does your family know how Pinkie does her, well, Pinkie type stuff?”
Now she was showing a little teeth. “Sorry Anon. That’s a family secret.”
I let out a sad sigh. “Should’ve figured.”
We continue our way down the street but suddenly stop as Pinkie appears before us.
“Oh wow! I never seen Maud so happy before! You two must really be hitting it off!” Pinkie lets out a ‘squee’ as she pulls us into a hug again.
I clear the my throat and Pinkie lets us go.
“So, gather everyone Pinkie?” I ask.
She nod. “Yup! They're all waiting over at the park.”
I nod. “Well lets not keep them waiting.”
Pinkie had hopped off to let her friends know that we would be arriving soon. Pinkie also left Gummy with us in case we get lost. I’m not entirely sure why, seeing as I knew my way around Ponyville but she took off before I could stop her. Maud and I have been going our own leisurely pace. I like how she moves at a reasonable pace over most ponies.
When we finally made it over the hill I could see the gang waiting there for us.
“So be honest with me Anon. How are Pinkies friends?” Maud asks.
I shrug. “You get use to them.”
She gives me a nod as we make our approach.
“Took you long enough!” Rainbow jeers.
I shrug. “Maud and I were just enjoying the scenery.”
“Yeah.” She answers in her usual monotone voice.
I look over to Pinkie. “If you would do the honors.”
She gives a nod as she goes about introducing her sister to the group. I wandered off a little to the blanket as I take my seat. Winona comes over and takes a seat on my lap as I start to slowly pet her and wait for the rest of the girls to get their introductions over with and join me. I can see from afar that the girls look a little hesitant but I hope it was just the same jitters that I had in the beginning too.
Soon the little group comes over and takes their seats. Maud took her seat right next to me while Pinkie sat next to Maud. I can't help but feel my heart warm a bit as I see the unusually brighter smile Pinkie is giving as she does some small talk with Maud, telling her about me and how we met. I came in every so often to clear up some details when Pinkie forgot a few things.
What I found off though was that the others seemed reluctant to talk to Maud. Every time they tried to start up a conversations they would suddenly stop whenever Maud said something. It was rather confusing as to why they were doing this. I think what was sad was that Maud noticed this but Pinkie seemed to be totally oblivious of it. Maybe we could use some kind of neutral ground?
“So, um.. What have we brought to eat?” I ask aloud.
Applejack comes in. “Well I brought some muffins that granny Smith made herself.” She says with a smile.
My eyes light up at that. Granny Smith was a hell of a cook. I reach over and get one for myself. I then see Maud was just look off at nothing.
“Would you like one?” I ask her.
“Yeah.”
She lazily leans her head into the basket and pulls out what looks like a diamond about the size of my fist. I was about to tell her that what she had in her mouth was not a muffin but felt the voice in my throat die as she actually bit down on it. I felt my eyes widen as she literally ate a diamond in front of me. I look over to Twilight.
“I thought you told me only dragons eat jewels?” Twilight avoids her gaze as if looking for something else. I then look to Maud. “Are you alright? Doesn't that hurt?”
She looks over to me and shakes her head slowly. “Not at all. We use to eat rocks all the time at the farm. Isn't that right Pinkie.”
I look over to Pinkie as she nods her head. “Yup!”
I chuckle some. “Wow, talk about an iron stomach.”
“So, uh.. Yeah..” Rainbow comes in. “Pinkie Pie said you like to play games?”
Maud looks over to her and gives a short nod.
“Yeah. Sometimes I play a game with Bolder called camouflage. It’s kinda like hide and seek but way more intense.”
“Awesome?” Rainbow says but looks away quickly.
I shrug. “How does it work?”
“Well. We search for Bolder in a pile of rocks.” Maud answers.
I scratch my head. “Sounds like needle in the haystack. Except the needle is a piece of hay too. Sounds interesting.” If Maud thought it was fun then I didn't mind playing.
“Great idea! Lets play a round.” Pinkie says with enthusiasm.
We had been playing camouflage for a few hours and it was definitely intense. I tried my best to remember what Bolder looked like but it was a losing battle. I could tell that the girls were getting tired as well. I could hear them whispering to themselves as I continue the search.
“I found him.” I hear Maud call out.
“Where was he?” I ask.
“He was hiding in my pocket.” She answers.
I hear the girls let out an exasperated sigh but I don't think they saw the tiny smirk Maud had. I can't believe she pranked us. She knew the rock was on her the entire time and made us search for it!I couldn't help but chuckle to myself at how obvious it was now.
“Come on Anon!”
I snap back to reality as I look over to see Pinkie and Maud walking away from everyone. I quickly catch up with her them both as I see the girls talking to one another.
“Where are we going?” I ask.
“I wanted to do some taste testing of the rock candy I made. Wanna help?”
I nod. “Sure.”
I let out a groan. “I don't think I should’ve ate all that candy.”
“Come on Anon we still have 200 more pounds to go!” Pinkie says.
I shake my head. “Pinkie if I eat another piece i’m going to have a heart attack.”
I look over to see that Mauds plate was still full. I guess she doesn't like candy. She was just playing with her pet rock. Which I thought was hilarious. Pinkie follows my gaze and then comes back.
“How about you two go out to lunch while I clean this place up?” Pinkie offers.
I give a nod. “Sure. Come on Maud.”
“Lunch sounds good.” She says as she follows behind me.
“We’ll be back in a few Pinks.” I say before closing the door behind Maud.
“So where are we going?” Maud asks.
I shrug. “There’s this small place that makes pretty good stuff.”
She nods sluggishly. “Ok.”
Maud and I enjoyed out time and were back at Pinkies. Before I could reach the handle the door flew open. Pinkie was looking to us both with an odd smile.
“I have a great idea!” She shouts.
“What idea is that?” I ask.
“I found a way for Maud to be best friends with the girls!”
I look confused. “What? They don't like her?”
Pinkies face drops some. “Well, they said they didn't feel that they were close to being best friends yet.”
“Well of course not.” I say honestly. “Pinkie they’ve only met for a few hours. It would be insane to think all your friends would become best friends with Maud.”
“Well what about you?” She asks.
I look over to Maud. I can see a certain look on her underneath the default expression she gives. Was that worry?
“I think she is a fine mare Pinkie. I like your sister a lot and wouldn't mind spending more time with her.” Pinkie was going to jump for joy but I set my hand on her shoulder. “Are we friends? Maybe. Best friends? You and I both know something like that takes time Pinkie.”
Maud then comes in. “He is right Pinkie. It takes time to become best friends with somepony. I like Anon and wouldn't mind spending time with him as well.”
Pinkie looks to both of us with a large smile but lets out a sad sigh.
“I guess you’re both right. I just really wanted my friends to like her.”
I shrug. “Just give it time Pinkie. I’m sure they will.” I then got curious. “So what was the idea?”
She scratches the back of her head with a hoof. “Well it was a obstacle course. I made multiple themes based on all my friends and sister.”
“What was Mauds theme?”
“A rock slide.”
I look over to Maud as we share a look of concern.
“Pinkie that doesn't sound safe at all.” I say honestly.
She chuckles nervously. “Well, it was a teeny tiny bit wobbly but I was sure it would hold together.”
I shake my head. “Thank god we stopped that. I have a feeling something bad would’ve happened.” I look around the room not sure what to do. “What should we do for the rest of the day?”
“Well Maud is suppose to be here for a week. What do you want to do?” Pinkie asks.
“We can show Maud the lake.” I offer.
“That’s a great idea!”
With that Pinkie drags Maud and I towards the lake.
The week was up and it was time to say goodbye. After a few days I went over to the girls and had a long talk to them. They didn't seem to understand why Maud was the way she was but I told them that was just how she is and they can't fault her for that. So after some talking they all came together and ended up bonding with her to some level.
Sure they weren't best friends but they were nice enough to make her some necklaces just like Pinkie said was tradition. Even I made her one to show her how much I enjoyed her company. As we stood for the train Pinkie was off in the corner eating the necklace Maud gave her. I watch as Maud takes her and puts it into a large lockbox.
“You know it is sweet that you keep them.” I say honestly.
She gives a small smile as she looks at me. “I love my sister and I’m really happy she has you Anon.”
What she does next though definitely surprises me. She gets onto her hind legs and pulls me into a hug. I slowly wrap my arms around her and hug her back.
“She has a great sister.” I say to her.
She lets go of me and chuckles some. “One day that sister will be yours too.”
Before I could say anything she trots over to Pinkie and gives her one last hug before she enters the train. I feel the smile come back onto my lips as I look over to Pinkie. I chuckle a bit to myself in thought. Maud as my sister in law? Well, wouldn't that be interesting.