Author’s Note: Well, here it is, guys. The story that tells about Blue Breeze’s teen years, filling up a lot of that gap I had between the other stories. Now, I’m going to make a few things clear here. You know how I wrote in the other story that Blue didn’t have a lot of friends in high school? Yeah, I changed that. If you’re wondering why he didn’t see them at the reunion, that’s pretty simple. Could’ve been stuff like being too busy to talk, not noticing each other, or them just not showing up. I know it’s a flimsy excuse, but I’d appreciate you guys working with me here. After all, this stuff wasn’t planned back then. And now to state things that must be done to maintain continuity amongst the stories. The mane six as well as most background ponies won’t be showing up and Blue can no longer use his Hurricane Hoof or use his wings as blades. Phew. That sure was a long-winded note. I’ve probably just confused the hell out of anyone who didn’t read my other stories, so let’s move on. Now, as I always say, on with the story.
Two whole years since that incident in the forest and my life hasn't changed a bit. My parents, Thundercloud and Raindrop, were pretty upsert when I got home that night, but considering I nearly died while in there, they only grounded me for a week.
As you'd expect, they were very surprised when I told them about my powers. My little sister Soft Hail and I thought it was awesome, but my parents said it'd be best kept a secret from anypony outside the house.
(Blue Breeze. Imagine any of the teen characters being a bit shorter)
(Thundercloud. Cutie Mark: storm cloud with lightningbolt.)
(Raindrop. Cutie mark: cloud with rain.)
(Soft Hail. Cutie Mark: cloud with balls of hail.)
Being a former Royal Guard member, my dad had also started giving me hoof to hoof combat lessons and made me work exercise from time to time. Yeah, that was just great.
But that's not what today is about. Today's the day I've been dreading. The day I start high school. Not a single friend with me, and my sister will still be in middle school, leaving me to deal with it all myself.
My mother walks into my room as I sleep. "Rise and shine, Blue!" she pulls apart my curtains, revealing the suns beams to my face and waking me up.
Funny thing about living so high up: the sun is REALLY freakin' bright in the mornings. Even though I love it up here, I could do without that.
I grumble as I pull my blanket over my face. "Ugh, five more minutes, mom."
She sighs. "You always say that, honey. But today is the first day of school, and we can't have you being late. Now get up and eat some breakfast I made for you."
I drowsily lift up the covers and sit up to reveal my baggy eyes and bed head. "*sigh* I hate mornings."
"Don't hate, love and tolerate." my mom says with a giggle.
How can she always be so cheery? It's too early for this.
I get up and head to the bathroom to get myself cleaned up. I brush my teeth, brush my hair, and "use" the toilet.
I leave the restroom to see my family gathered around the dining room table for breakfast. At least mom made my favorite. Toast.
I take a seat and start munching down on the golden brown bread.
"Eat up, Blue. It's going to be a big day." my mom says.
"First day of high school. I'm sure you'll have a great time." my dad says.
"Yeah, sure." I reply sarcastically.
"Why so grumpy?"
"*sigh* Besides the fact that I'm going to be completely alone without any friends or Haily to help me survive, nothing much."
"Aw, you're going to miss me." Hail jokes, playfully hugging me.
I push her away. "Shut up."
"Aw, it won't be so bad, Blue. I'm sure you'll make plenty of friends."
"If you say so."
"I had the same attitude when I started high school, but I ended up loving it. I had plenty of great times with my friends and teachers. I'm sure you can handle it."
"I guess, but does mom really have to fly me there?"
"Yes, I do." she says.
"But only losers get flown there with their parents!"
She starts hugging me. "Does it really make you a loser to show that you have a loving mother?"
"Maybe."
"I just want to make sure my big boy is safe on his first day."
Showing this kind of thing is a good way for bullies to target me. Yeah, that's keeping me safe.
She releases me and goes back to eating. "It'll be fine, sweetie. I promise not to embarrass you."
Why do I know that's not going to happen?
"So, how was your high school days, mom?"
"Oh, they were wonderful. I had lots of friends, my teachers were all very nice, and I met the stallion of my dreams." she says, looking at dad. They put their snouts together and juzzle them.
Hail and I fake gag as we watch. "Get a room!" I shout. They both glare at me. "Sorry."
Hail laughs at that.
We go about the rest of the morning simply eating and making small talk. Doesn't this just put you on the edge of your seats?
Once we're all done eating, we put the dishes away and my mom goes over to the front door. "Come on, Blue."
"Just hold up a sec." I say. I rush back into my room to grab my saddlebags, definitely can't forget those.
With saddlebags in tow, mom and I leave and start flying towards the school. Looking down below, many other pegasi can be seen. One pony in particular, our neighbor Mrs. Not, was seen and heard yelling at the papercolt for throwing the paper too hard at her door. She's basically the neighborhood's cranky, old lady who hates anything loud. Hail and I have gotten into trouble with her a few times.
"Seems like Mrs. Not is angry again." mom says jokingly.
"When isn't she?" I say. We both share a laugh as we continue flying.
We reach the school after a bit to see dozens of ponies hanging out at the front.
We land as mom kisses me on the head. "Bye, sweetie. Have a great first day."
Everypony looks over and start laughing at me as she takes off. Great, school hasn't even started yet and ponies already know me as the mama's colt.