//------------------------------// // Chapter 20 // Story: New Year's Kiss // by Luvbuttonmash //------------------------------// Pinkie Pie ended their kiss ten seconds after the the screams started, leaving a dazed Cheese Sandwich still puckering his lips. Pinkie giggled, pinching his lips. His eyes shot open, and Pinkie let go. He then pulled her to a hug. "This is the best new year's ever," he said. Pinkie returned the hug with a squeeze. They held each other close until giggles could be heard from the entryway. "Oh this is simply the most romantic thing I've seen this year!" Rarity said, clapping her hands. Applejack raised an eyebrow. "The year just started twenty seconds ago," she said. Rarity huffed. "Its still romantic," she said. Pinkie's eyes widened, and she let go of Cheese, panic on her face. "Oh my gosh! Cheesie! We forgot about the hosting part of the party! We gotta go!" She said, taking hold of Cheese's hand and running back inside the ballroom. They quickly went up the stage and grabbed the microphones from their stands. "Well, Cheesie, I think this was a fantabulous way to end this wonderful year, don't ya think?" Pinkie said, giggling after. "Sure was. This is the most amazing party we have ever planned," Cheese said, walking along with Pinkie. "Silly Cheese! This is the ONLY party we planned!" Pinkie chuckled,"But I will say that it was a blast indeed. I can't wait to work with you on the spring formal!" "Me too! But, for now, let's enjoy this party with some sick beats from our very own DJ PON-3!" Cheese yelled, causing the crowd to applaud with excitement. "Haven't you heard, Cheese? I think there's someone in this room who wants to CHALLENGE our best DJ right here," Pinkie said. The sound of "ooohs" jumped out of everyone's mouths. "Who could that be?" Cheese asked. "Well, let's just say that the party's really about to get started. With our own DJ BATTLE!!" Pinkie yelled. Everyone clapped and rooted for Vinyl, who was amused by their antics. "Everyone, please give it up for MC W1SH!!" Pinkie said. Everyone gasped and screamed for the DJ, who casually walked up the stage. Vinyl adjusted her glasses to see if it was really him. "That's right, everyone! MC W1SH has decided to challenge DJ PON-3, but it's up to you to decide who wins! Whoever gets the most noise out of you wins our honorary music trophy. Now, let's get to JAMMIN!!" Cheese said, causing everyone to yell and scream. Pinkie and Cheese got off the stage and went back on the balcony. They made sure to close the door behind them. It was sure going to be a lot of noise tonight. "I think I need to take a breather. That was intense. I never felt so alive!" Pinkie said, almost tripping over the balcony. Cheese held her back and laughed. "So, what does this mean?" Pinkie asked. "I don't know. We can't just forget something like that," Cheese said. "Ya know, I think it's pretty weird, but as long as nothing changes, you can be my boyfriend! It's like friendship, but more romance!" Pinkie said, fascinated by the term. "So, you're saying we should date?" Cheese asked,"because I totally agree." "Oh my gosh! My first boyfriend! I can finally bring up that advice Rarity gave me! But I'm gonna have to do something first. Now that I know about relationships, I can ship my friends!" Pinkie said excitedly. "'Ship?' Like a boat?" Cheese asked. "No, silly! I mean I can get my friends together with the boys they like! Be right back!" She said, kissing his cheek and running back in. Teens carried her up high, passing her around to a spot where they can put her down. The battle had gotten pretty intense. After she was let down, she ran straight for Thunderlane, a friend who was quite experienced in bowling. "Hey Thunderlane! You look awesome! Do you have a date?" Pinkie screamed, making him jump in surprise. "Uh....no. I came with some friends. Why?" He said. A big smile appeared on her face. "Great! Come with me," she said, grabbing his hand and leading him through the dance floor to a group friends. "Rar-i-ty!" Pinkie yelled in a sing-song tune. Thunderlane's eyes widened in shock. "R-Rarity?! One of the prettiest girls in school?!" He asked nervously. Pinkie turned her head and nodded. Rarity looked in Pinkie's direction and covered her mouth with a blush. "Pinkie Pie! But, how?!" She asked, looking at Thunderlane. The girls oohed in unison, giggling all the while. "Y-You wanna...?" Thunderlane asked, pointing his thumbs towards the crowded dance floor. Rarity grinned and nodded. Thunderlane smiled as well, grabbing her hand and pulling her to the dance floor. Rarity waved at her friends before she was sucked into the crowd. "Ah, one ship has sailed. Three more to go!" Pinkie sighed. "Make that two ships," Applejack said. Pointing towards Rainbow Dash and Soarin'. They were both pumping their fists in the air to the beat of the music, laughing and smiling at each other. Pinkie wiped a tear under her eye. "Isn't that beautiful?" Pinkie cried."Your turn, Jack!" Pinkie said. "Don't call me that," Applejack said. "You know, it is awfully weird that you don't have a date and your sister does," Fluttershy said."Then again, I don't have a date either." "Mah sister has a what?! But—but how did I miss that? And how do YOU know about it?" Applejack asked. "Well, Flash Sentry came to the animal care center with his cute little puppy, and told me about his brother getting a date with her," she said. "B-But she's too young!" Applejack said."Ya know what? Ah'm happy for her. But Pinkie, please find me a date. PLEASE." "Oh, but I already found you one," Pinkie said, standing next to a boy about three inches taller than Applejack. "C-Caramel? Hey!" Applejack said nervously. Pinkie reverted her vision to Fluttershy. "I don't like anyone. I swear," Fluttershy said, shaking her head. Pinkie grabbed her arms and place her in front of her, observing the crowd. "Come on, Fluttershy. There has to be someone you like," Pinkie said."Maybe, um—or maybe—no." "Pinkie, it's fine. I don't need a date," Fluttershy said. "Alright. You can hang out with me and Cheesie," Pinkie sighed. "Okay then," Fluttershy said. Pinkie led her to the balcony, until something caught Fluttershy's eye. She turned around, and her eyes widened."Who is that?" She asked, pointing a guy in a tux with green dreadlocks and a recycling pin. "Sandalwood? Oh, he's an Eco-kid. Like you!" Pinkie grinned."You should talk to him." "I should! I'll see you later Pinkie," Fluttershy said, walking towards the boy. "My work here is done," she said, walking back on the balcony. Other teenagers had appeared in different spots. Cheese sat in one the chairs on his phone. "I'm back!" Pinkie said. "That was quicker than I thought," Cheese said, putting his phone away. "Well, I am Pinkie Pie," she giggled. Cheese did as well. And then our happy couples had fun that evening. Vinyl won the competition because she is too awesome to beat. This is the story of how Pinkie found love. The End.