//------------------------------// // 2. I Will Be Right Here Waiting For You // Story: Spike x Cloudchaser Musical One-Shots // by Chocolate Pony //------------------------------// "Mamma?" "Yes, dear?" "When will daddy be home?" "I'm not sure, honey. But, probably soon." "He's gone so often though, mamma. Don't you get lonely?" "I have you." "Yes. But, I get lonely when he's not here. He's my daddy. And he's your husband. So, shouldn't you be even more lonely?" Cloudchaser stopped washing a dish and sighed. Her daughter was right. She was terribly lonely without Spike around. But, he was just so busy with his business, he rarely had time to even share a meal with them. And on many occasions, like this one, his work required he be gone for weeks at a time. It was putting quite the strain on the family. And it especially didn't help when Cloudchaser's family didn't even approve of the marriage. They'd been so enraged about her marrying a Dragon, they wrote her out of the will, practically taken everything they'd ever given her and gave it to her sister, and even refused to come to her wedding. Cloudchaser remembered how hard it was no to burst into tears when three empty seats sat at the front of the aisle. When she walked herself down the aisle. When she picked out her wedding dress alone. When she gave birth to Crimson Candy, without her family to congratulate her. Without her family at the foal shower. Without even so much as a card or letter to congratulate her. To make her feel wanted. To make her feel...important. Spike became the ultimate family member for her. Not only because they were married, but also because he helped her through all of those hard times. He made her feel wanted, needed, excepted. But, he most of all made her feel what nopony else bothered to. Loved. He made her feel like she was the most loved mare in all of Equestria! No stallion had ever accomplished that. And she was truly grateful for it. But, then he started his business. He'd been wanting to start a gem business for ages. And his wish finally came true. Not only that, but his gem shop became the most popular and most successful in all of Canterlot. Snow of wealthiest, most famous, and highly esteemed ponies came to his shop. Having custom made necklaces, rings, earrings, even gem encrusted horseshoes. Cloudchaser even had her own pair. They were by far the fanciest horseshoes known to any and everypony. The richest of ponies had offered millions for them. One stallion even laid out directly in front of Spike, in the about 20 bags of bits, 85,0000. It was the highest offer any jeweler had ever been given. And most would've had a heart attack before even getting to say yes. But, in front of everypony, he declined the offer. He explained the shoes were for the most precious gem of all in his life. And that, was Cloudchaser. He gave them as an engagement present. And she wore them on her wedding day. Sure, Sike was almost always busy. But, that didn't mean she didn't still love him. He'd done more for her than anypony. And the least she could do was show some gratitude. So, she too care for their hom, their child, and everything else that needed it. And she never complained. "Alright, Crimson. Time for bed" Cloudchaser said, tossing the dish towel on her shoulder. She turned to face her daughter, but was surprised to find she'd already fallen asleep on top of their dog, Fluffy. Fluffy was a birthday present for Crimson, and he was a well behaved dog. He watched over the family whenever Spike was away. Which, had become quite a frequent occurrence. Cloudchaser smiled and shook her head. She nudged Fluffy, whom stood up slowly and yawned. He carried the sleeping filly upstairs to her bed. Cloudchaser gently pulled the covers over her and kissed her cheek. She smoothed back Crimson's blueish-green mane and smiled. Walking over to her dresser, she gently wound the crank which activated the diamond encrusted music box. A gentle and sweet tune began to ring though the air. Cloudchaser switched on the purple gem nightlight. It began spinning slowly. Purple stars were soon all over the walls and ceiling. She made her way to the door, and quietly closed it after exiting. Cloudchaser walked downstairs and into her own bedroom. It would be near impossible to sleep yet. Especially when she was sleeping alone. Again. Instead, she walked out to the balcony. Luna's moon was high in the night sky, shining brightly upon the sleeping city. Cloudchaser stared at the moon and sighed rather sadly, beginning to hum the same song on Crimson's music box. "Oceans apart, day after day. And I slowly go insane. I hear your voice, on the line. But it doesn't stop the pain" Cloudchaser sang, sitting on her hunches. "If I see you next never, how can we say forever? Whenever you go, whatever you do, I will be right here waiting for you. Whatever it takes, or how my heart breaks, I will be right here waiting for you." Cloudchaser held back tears as she continued to sing, not hearing a door open and close downstairs. "I took for granted, all the times, that I thought would last somehow. I hear the laughter, I taste the tears. But I can't get near you now. Oh can't you see it baby? You've got me going crazy. Wherever you go, whatever you do, I will be right here waiting for you. Whatever it takes, or how my heart breaks, I will be right here waiting for you." She breathed a shuddered sigh and her ears flattened against her head. But, they quickly pricked up when she heard a familiar voice from behind her. "I wonder how we can survive, this romance" Spike's voice sang. "But in the end if I'm with you, I'll take the chance" The couple sang together. They both gave tablets smile at each other. Cloudchaser gently rubbed up against his chest, resting her head on it. Spike tilted her chin, wiping her tears. She smiled, her cheeks turning slightly pink "Oh can't you see it, baby? You've got me going crazy. Wherever you go, whatever you do, I will be right here waiting for you. Whatever it takes, or how my heart breaks I will be right here waiting for you" They finished together. "Nice moon tonight" Spike said, playing with his wife's hair. "Sure is. I hear the day is gonna back nice and clear tomorrow. And it'll be really warm" Cloduchaer replied, leaning into his touch. "Well then, how about we have a picnic? I'm off tomorrow." "Sounds like fun." "I can make my delicious deviled eggs." "Sure. As long as you don't burn down my kitchen" Cloudchaser chuckled. "Hey! That only happened once and that was a pie" Spike protested. "Exactly why I'm making the pie. Besides, everypony knows I make killer cherry pie. I'll even put rubies in it. Just for you." She kissed his cheek and smiled, nuzzling his muzzle into her ear. He nipped on it playfully and she giggled. "It's a wonder I'm not fat yet because of you." "That can always change. We both know I can stuff you like a thanksgiving turkey" Cloudchaser joked. They chuckled and snuggle into each other. They both just stood there, staring up at the moon. Sure, it wasn't always easy. They didn't always have time for each other like they wanted or needed. But, they'd always stay loyal to each other. No matter what.