Honorable Emperor Discord,
The weather has remained mild since our cold snap (things are probably due for a little shake-up soon; I’m getting antsy), but recently strange illnesses have been going around. I think it may be partially due to foods deciding to uncook themselves while being eaten, combined with a hostile infestation from the local florist’s stock; the flowers apparently mince themselves into herb supplies and get mixed into various dishes. My latest test of Chaos magic may or may not have something to do with this.
I visited Fluttershy yesterday, in her cottage at the edge of the Everfree forest. Her housemate Zecora was there as well. Their home has become a sort of clinic for ponies who are sick, but not bad enough to warrant a bed at the increasingly overcrowded hospital.
Both mares were too busy to talk at length, but some of the sick ponies were willing. Apparently many ponies come here, not just for Zecora’s renowned knowledge of herbs and potions, but for Fluttershy’s tender care. According to them, she’s the kindest mare they know, if a bit timid. Many of them proactively offered that they consider Fluttershy a good friend as well.
At this time, I’ve discovered several facets of Friendship from these ponies, and although there is probably more, I think I have enough here to make a determination about my thoughts and findings. I’ll be writing you again soon, but wanted to at least provide a small update for this week.
Your student,
Twilight