//------------------------------// // Chapter 3 - Rainboom and the Boutique (Rewritten) // Story: New Life in Equestria // by jkreader //------------------------------// Chapter 3 - Rainboom and the Boutique *Twilight’s P.O.V.* “Hey, Twilight?” Joshua said speaking up. I looked back at him. “Yes?” I said. “When Princess Celestia and Princess Luna brought me to Equestria, I saw some windows that had pictures about you and your friends saving Equestria with the Elements of Harmony,” he said, “They said that they were what keep Equestria safe, but could you tell me some more?” “Well,” I began explaining, “basically, they’re the six aspects of harmony here in Equestria, and my best friends and I represent them. There’s honesty which Applejack represents, Laughter is what Pinkie Pie represents, Rarity who we’re going to see next has Generosity, Fluttershy has Kindness, Rainbow Dash has Loyalty, and I have Magic.” “Cool,” he said. “But recently, we had to give them back to where they originally came from, the Tree of Harmony,” I said, “There were these strange black thorny vines that started taking over Ponyville and would eventually spread all across Equestria if we didn’t stop them. The Tree of Harmony lost its magic, so we had to give it back the Elements to save it. When we did, a mysterious chest appeared at the base of the tree with six keyholes. We’re just trying to find out where the keys to unlock it are.” “Well, I hope you do find them,” he said. “I hope so too,” I replied. “INCOMING!!!” a familiar voice called out. Joshua and I looked around, and I saw Rainbow Dash flying right towards me, with Joshua still on my back! “Sweet Celestia!” I exclaimed. I quickly levitated Joshua off, just before Rainbow collided with me. Nyx ducked just in time to avoid getting tangled with me and Rainbow. “Ow,” I said. I felt Rainbow lying on top of me. She then stood up off me and helped me back onto my hooves. “Hehe,” she chuckled nervously, “Sorry about that, Twi. New trick didn’t quite work the way I had hoped.” She then looked back over at Joshua and raised an eyebrow at him. She then looked back over at me and pointed behind her and him. “Is that a human?” she whispered to me. “Yes, Rainbow,” I answered, “His name is Joshua, and the world he came from was destroyed.” “What?!” Rainbow exclaimed in a hushed whisper, “Destroyed?!” “Yes,” I said, “And he’s a bit reluctant to talk about it, so try not to bring it up, okay?” “Gotcha,” Rainbow said with a nod. “Twilight?” Joshua said as he and Nyx came up to us, “Are you okay?” “Don’t worry, Joshua,” I said, “I’m fine. This isn’t the first time Rainbow’s accidentally crashed into me.” “So, your name’s Joshua, right?” Rainbow asked him. Joshua nodded. “Name’s Rainbow Dash. Nice to meet ya.” “It’s nice to meet you too, Rainbow Dash,” Joshua said, “What do you do in Ponyville?” “Well, I’m the lead weather mare,” Rainbow replied, “Most of the pegasi in Ponyville and I make the day-to-day weather for this town: rain, shine, snow, you name it.” “You make the weather?” he asked sounding interested. “Yeah,” Rainbow said, “Why do you ask?” “The weather where I come from works by itself,” he replied. Interesting, I thought to myself, I wonder if the same applied for the sun and moon on his world. “Also, when I’m not handling the weather, I train to try out for the Wonderbolts,” Rainbow added with zeal in her voice. “Who are the Wonderbolts?” Joshua asked. “The Wonderbolts are the best aerial acrobatics team in Equestria,” Rainbow said, “I’ve been trying forever to get into the group so I can show Equestria some of my best moves.” She then got a gleam in her eye. “Hey, wanna see one of my moves?” she asked Joshua. “Sure,” he said. With that, Rainbow shot off into the sky leaving a rainbow trail behind like usual, startling Joshua a little. We both looked up and saw Rainbow going higher and higher into the sky. I knew what was coming. She kept going up and up until she was invisible against the blue sky. “Where is she?” Joshua asked, “I can’t see her.” “Just keep watching, Josh,” I told him. Then, we both spotted a faint rainbow trail flying towards us. It got faster and closer every few seconds. Then, there was a loud boom. BOOM! Joshua covered his ears from the loud noise as a bright rainbow flew right over our heads. He looked up and was mesmerized at the sight. “Wow!” he said amazed. Rainbow came back over to us as the rainbow slowly started fading. “That one’s called the Sonic Rainboom,” she explained to him, “It’s not easy to pull off. That was like the fourth or fifth time I’ve done it.” “That was so cool, Rainbow Dash!” Joshua said excited. “Thanks, kid,” Rainbow replied giving Joshua a noogie, “I’ll be seeing you around, alright?” “Okay,” Joshua replied, “Bye, Rainbow Dash.” “See ya,” Rainbow said, “And just Rainbow or Dash is fine.” She then looked up at Nyx and me. “Later, guys,” she said before zooming off. After waving goodbye to her, I levitated Joshua back onto my back and we continued towards the Carousel Boutique where Rarity lived. About 10 minutes later, we were at the door of the Boutique. Upon entering, the door announced our arrival. “Sweetie Belle, could you go see who it is, please?” we heard Rarity call from the back room. “Sure, sis!” came Sweetie’s reply. Sweetie galloped into the room and brightened up upon seeing Nyx and me. “Hi Nyx!” she exclaimed coming over to hug her. “Hey, Sweetie Belle,” Nyx replied returning the hug. She then turned her attention to me. “Hi Twilight!” she said. “Hello Sweetie Belle,” I said, “Where’s Rarity?” “She’s in the other room working on another outfit,” Sweetie replied. She then saw Joshua looking at her and trotted over to get a closer look. “Hi!” she said to him, “I’m Sweetie Belle! Who are you?” “I’m Joshua,” he replied clambering down from my back, “Are you Rarity’s sister?” “Yep!” Sweetie replied. “Who’s there Sweetie Belle?” Rarity called walking into the room, “Oh! Hello Twilight! Good day Nyx.” “Hello Rarity,” Nyx and I said in unison. “So, what brings you two...here?” she said slowing down when she spotted Joshua. Her eyes brightened considerably. “Oh my!” she exclaimed, “And who’s this little darling?” I noticed a faint blush on Josh’s cheeks. “Rarity,” I said, “this is Joshua. Joshua, this is Rarity.” “Hello, Rarity,” Joshua said still slightly blushing, “It’s nice to meet you.” “It’s very nice to meet you as well, Joshua,” Rarity replied, “And I must say, you’re clothes definitely look good on you.” “Oh, thank you,” Joshua said, “What is it you do in Ponyville, Rarity?” “Well, the Carousel Boutique is a fashion store,” Rarity explained, “I specialize in making custom clothes for ponies.” Joshua then perked up at hearing that like he had an idea. “Um, Rarity, can I ask you something?” “Yes, darling?” she replied. “These clothes are the only ones I have, and I need to wear them all the time,” he explained, “And you said you make clothes, so could you make me some, please?” “Absolutely! I’d be happy to! I just need your measurements to make them. Would you follow me please?” she asked gesturing over to a stand. Joshua nodded and followed Rarity over where she levitated her red glasses and a measuring tape. While Rarity was getting Joshua’s measurements, I heard Nyx talking to Sweetie Belle. “Hey, Sweetie Belle,” she said, “Apple Bloom and I were thinking of letting Joshua join the Crusaders, and Josh is okay with the idea, so do you think you could make a cape for him?” “Sure!” Sweetie said happily, “I’ll go get started on one right now!” With that, she galloped off towards her room when she stayed in the Boutique. About a minute later, Rarity and Joshua returned over to us with Rarity writing something down on a notepad. “Well, that’s all the measurements I need,” Rarity said, “I should have something ready for you tonight, okay?” “Thank you, Rarity,” Joshua said hugging her. “You’re very welcome, darling,” Rarity said hugging him back. “Come on, Joshua,” I said to him, “I have one more friend to introduce you to other than Pinkie Pie.” “Okay,” he said walking over to me, “Bye, Rarity. And thank you again for making me new clothes.” “See you again soon, Joshua,” Rarity said waving us off, “Ta-ta, Twilight. Goodbye, Nyx.” “Bye Rarity,” Nyx said. “See you later,” I said as we left the Boutique. Our next stop was Fluttershy’s cottage. I had a feeling she was going to find an interest in Joshua. Music: Traverse Town - Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX Spectrum - AcousticBrony Lordly Tailor Department Store - Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Trials and Tribulations La Couturière - AcousticBrony