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// Ch.10:  Dreams 
// Story: Loveliest of Trees (Old) 
// by Nordryd 
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A beautiful night for a walk in the woods.

A walk alone in the forest would usually be scary for Fluttershy, but this time, she felt serene. Maybe it was because the atmosphere was so peaceful. It wasn't just any forest. It was a beautiful forest full of nothing but cherry blossom trees. A dirt path slithered through the woods, covered in fallen flowers, and surrounded by the cool green grass. Nothing made a sound but the rustling of the trees. The night sky illuminated everything with a soft, milky blanket of light. Nothing but tranquility, and Fluttershy found that she couldn't stop smiling.

Fluttershy continued strolling through the woods until she came across a small brook. The stream made an opening in the trees, allowing the moonlight to touch the water, making it almost glow. The sky reflected perfectly in the water, looking like a river of stars. A stone bridge ran across the width of the brook, and Fluttershy's heart skipped a beat when she saw who was leaning on the side.

It was him… Coppermane. He gazed down at the flowing water as he leaned on the side of the bridge. Fluttershy blushed when she noticed how the light shined on his hair, and how it swayed in the breeze.

She took a deep breath, and slowly approached her handsome boyfriend.

"Um… C-Coppermane?"

Fluttershy gasped a little when Coppermane turned his head towards her. His face seemed to light up.

"Oh, hi, Fluttershy," Coppermane said.

"Hi," Fluttershy said, playing with her hair. "What are you doing here?"

Coppermane shrugged. "I dunno. It's a nice night, and I like watching the water flow. I find it relaxing."

"Am I bothering you?"

"Oh no, not at all," Coppermane said, "In fact… d-do you want to join me?"

Fluttershy blushed when Coppermane held his arm out and smiled.

"I'd be delighted," Fluttershy said, walking over to him and taking his hand. He pulled her closer, and let go of her hand to bring his arm around her. She smiled, and leaned her head on his shoulder while placing her hand on his heart. After a minute, Coppermane stepped behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist, giving her a light squeeze. She didn't mind one bit. She loved being held like this. She leaned her head back on his chest as she watched the water flow.

Fluttershy felt Coppermane squeeze her, and give her a kiss on the cheek, making her giggle. She would never get tired of his sweet kisses.

"Y'know, I was thinking about you earlier," Coppermane said.

"Y-You were?" Fluttershy cooed.

"Yeah," he said, nuzzling her cheek with his. He gave her another kiss. "This place is gorgeous, but now that you're here, it just seems that much more beautiful."

Fluttershy's heart melted, and her eyes teared up. "Coppermane… thank you. That's so… romantic."

Coppermane squeezed her in his arms. "I'm so glad I could share this with you."

Fluttershy giggled. "And I'm so glad I could be here with you. It's so pretty here."

"Almost as pretty as you," Coppermane said.

Fluttershy gasped. She turned her head to look at him. "Coppermane… what did you say?"

Coppermane smiled. "You heard me," he said, caressing her face. "The forest is almost as gorgeous as you."

Was Fluttershy hearing things? She looked around at the scenery. No… there was no way…

"Oh Coppermane, y-you're just saying that."

Coppermane chuckled. "Fluttershy, I would trade all the beauty around us just so I could hold you and kiss you. All the beauty in the world means nothing if I don't have you."

Fluttershy turned around in his embrace to look at him. His eyes were filled with nothing but affection.

"Coppermane… d-do you mean…?"

Coppermane nodded. "I meant every word and more. Nothing in the world can compare to how pretty you are. To me, you're the most beautiful thing in the world."

Fluttershy couldn't hold her tears back anymore. The beauty of his words touched her very core. His smile conveyed nothing but the truth. His eyes were so warm and loving. Tears streamed down Fluttershy's face.

"Coppermane… I… I don't know what to say…"

"You don't have to say anything," Coppermane whispered, placing his finger over her lips. "Just let me look into those beautiful eyes."

His voice was so tender, it melted Fluttershy's heart. Coppermane cupped her face, and kissed her cheek to dry her tears. Each one tickled her, and made her giggle. She felt so… loved.

Coppermane kissed her cheeks dry, and Fluttershy felt her eyes close as he leaned in once more…





Fluttershy opened her eyes to the sunlight shining through the window. Her pillow wasn't behind her head, but was in her arms. And her lips were touching it, like she was kissing it. She blushed majorly and pulled back, scanning the room frantically to see if anyone saw her kissing her pillow.

Thankfully, the room was empty. Her relief was immediately followed by disappointment when she glanced back at her pillow.

It was all a dream? So Coppermane wasn't holding her. He didn't think she was the prettiest thing in the world. It was all her imagination. She whimpered as she cuddled with her pillow. It was just a selfish fantasy.

Fluttershy sighed as she squeezed her pillow. Oh well…

"Fluttershy?" a voice said from around the corner of the bed.

Fluttershy looked around to see Rarity rubbing the sleep out of her eyes.

"Oh, good morning, Rarity," Fluttershy said.

"Good morning, darling," Rarity said, fixing her hair.

"Did you sleep well?"

"Mmmhmm," Rarity said. "Are we the last ones to wake up?"

Fluttershy giggled. "I think so."

"I think I hear them downstairs," Rarity said. "I suppose we should rendezvous."

Fluttershy nodded and tried to stand up, but stopped when her foot brushed a piece of paper lying on the ground. She rose an eyebrow, and leaned down to pick it up. When she took a closer look, her heart danced. It was a note from Coppermane.



Fluttershy, I'll always be there for you no matter what. You're my delicate little blossom, and I promise to always protect you. Thanks for everything you've given me, and for the best week of my life. I can't wait to see what fate has in store for us next.
- Your Coppermane



Fluttershy giggled, and hugged the sheet of paper. A love note! This was just too adorable and sweet! He may only think she's the prettiest girl in the world in her fantasies, but at least one thing was real. They were together, and he was all hers.

My Coppermane…

"What do you have there, darling?" Rarity asked.

Fluttershy happily showed Rarity the note. Rarity read over it, and let out a squeal of delight.

"Oh, this is so cute!" Rarity exclaimed. "I'm so happy for you, darling. You're dating such a sweetheart!"

Fluttershy blushed. It was great to know her friends liked Coppermane, and were so supportive of her relationship. Rarity handed the note back to her, and they walked downstairs together to join everyone else.





Fluttershy and Rarity walked downstairs to see everyone eating breakfast around the island counter, courtesy of Pinkie Pie.

"Hey, look who finally decided to wake up," Rainbow Dash said.

"Morning!" everyone else said.

"Morning," Fluttershy and Rarity replied.

"Help yourself, girls!" Pinkie Pie said with a big smile. "If we run out, I'll make more! There's plenty to go around."

"Oh, Pinkie, that is so nice of you," Rarity said. "Thank you."

Fluttershy scanned the room, and noticed only one of the boys were here. And it wasn't her boyfriend.

"Where's Coppermane?" Fluttershy asked.

"Probably still asleep," Applejack said.

"Why don't you go get him?" Sunset said.

"We should make sure the birthday boy gets breakfast," Twilight said.

"It'll all be gone if he waits too long," Flash said, digging into his food.

Fluttershy giggled, and placed the note on the counter before heading upstairs. On the way, she heard her friends clamoring over Coppermane's love note, making her smile.





Fluttershy opened the guest room door slowly, and quietly entered the room. She looked around, and it didn't take her long to find her handsome boyfriend sprawled out across the floor in front of the bed. She slowly approached him, giggling softly to herself. He looked so cute. Then again, in her eyes, he's always cute.

She knelt down next to him, and reached her arm out. She almost felt bad that she was about to wake him up. But right before her hand made contact with his body, she stopped herself. She bit her lip. He looked so peaceful and tranquil. At this moment, he had nothing to worry about. He just looked… calm.

She smiled as she retracted her arm. She could give him a few more minutes of serenity. The others could wait a little while longer while Fluttershy watched her adorable boyfriend sleep.

It was so relieving to see him so at peace. Fluttershy knew how much he worried about everything, and it was so comforting to see him so untroubled. She started gently brushing his soft, coppery hair, and leaned down to give him a kiss on the cheek.

There was just something about watching Coppermane sleep that was so unbelievably adorable.

Suddenly, Coppermane stirred, and lifted his arms to rub his eyes. Fluttershy pulled back as he stretched his arms and legs, groaning loudly. She giggled at the sight. He was just too cute! He opened his eyes, and seemed to light up when he saw who was next to him.

"Fluttershy?" he groaned.

"Good morning, sleepyhead," Fluttershy said with a smile.

Coppermane's eyes shot open. "Oh, hey," he said, sitting up. "Good morning."

"Did I wake you up?" Fluttershy asked. "I'm sorry."

"No, you're fine," Coppermane said. "I… I had such a great dream."

"Oh?" Fluttershy cooed. "What did you dream about?"

Coppermane blushed. "Well… um… it's nothing, really…"

"Aww, please, Coppermane?" Fluttershy asked, scooting closer to him. "You can tell me anything, remember?"

Coppermane chuckled, and rubbed his neck. His face was bright red. "Well… I was on a bridge in the middle of a cherry blossom forest, just watching the water flow beneath me. And then… you showed up."

Fluttershy's eyes went wide. "You… dreamt about me?"

Coppermane blushed even harder. "Y-Yeah… I did. You joined me on the bridge, and I just… held you. It was really nice…" he said, rubbing his neck, smiling big.

Fluttershy felt her face heat up as she played with her hair. "That's so sweet."

Coppermane chuckled. "It's nothing, really."

Fluttershy smiled, and leaned forward to kiss his cheek. "And thank you so much for your note."

"Oh… you liked it?" Coppermane asked.

"I loved it!" Fluttershy said, giving Coppermane a big hug. "It was so cute!"

She felt Coppermane wrap his arms around her, and kiss her forehead.

"I'm glad," Coppermane said.

Fluttershy nuzzled his chest, earning a loving squeeze from him.

"Is everyone else awake?" Coppermane asked. "I hear people downstairs."

"Mmmhmm," Fluttershy said. "Pinkie Pie made us breakfast."

"Really? I guess we should hurry down, then," Coppermane said. "I need to go to the bathroom first. I'll meet you down there, alright?"

"Okay!" Fluttershy said. "Don't take too long."

"I won't. See you in a bit," Coppermane said, releasing Fluttershy.

He gave her a tender kiss before she headed back down to meet up with her friends, but not before glancing back one more time at her handsome boyfriend. He was looking at her again. He darted his gaze away, blushing profusely. Fluttershy blushed herself from knowing she was being checked out by him. But she didn't mind one bit. She blew him one more kiss before heading downstairs.





"Hey, there's the birthday boy," Sunset said.

Fluttershy turned around to see her handsome Coppermane standing in the stairwell, rubbing his eyes.

"Morning," Coppermane said.

"Come help yourself, Coppermane!" Pinkie said, gesturing to all the food on the island counter. "There's more than enough for everyone."

"Wow, thanks, Pinkie," Coppermane said.

Fluttershy pat the seat next to her, giving Coppermane a big smile. He smiled back, and sat down next to her. She gave him a quick kiss on the cheek before continuing to dig into her food.

"Did you have a good birthday, Coppermane?" Twilight asked.

"You kidding? It was awesome," Coppermane said. "Thank you so much, everyone."

"You should thank Fluttershy!" Pinkie said. "It was her idea!"

Fluttershy blushed. "Oh, he already thanked me," she said with a smile.

"Well, I'll thank you again," Coppermane said, surprising her with a kiss on the cheek. "Thank you so much, Fluttershy."

Fluttershy blushed harder. She lifted her hand to rub her cheek where he kissed her. "You're very welcome, Coppermane."

Rarity giggled. "You two are just adorable!"

Fluttershy looked to her side to see Coppermane blushing just as hard as she was. She giggled at his red cheeks. He was so cute when he blushed.

"Oh! Oh, oh, oh!" Rarity exclaimed, "I almost forgot to tell you all something!"

"What?" everyone beckoned.

"Vladimir Blueblood asked me to the fall formal!" Rarity said with a squeal.

"Are you serious?" Rainbow asked.

"Yes!" Rarity exclaimed.

"That's wonderful!" Fluttershy said.

"Congratulations," Applejack said.

"It's about time!" Pinkie said.

"Um…" Coppermane said, "Who's that?"

"Only the most handsome guy at CHS!" Rarity squealed.

Fluttershy giggled. "Rarity's had a big crush on him for a long time."

"Oh, okay," Coppermane said. "Well, congratulations."

"Thank you!" Rarity said. "Ah! I can't believe it's finally happening!"

Everyone chuckled at Rarity's outburst as they finished their breakfast. The entire time, Rarity gushed about Blueblood, and everyone else shared their plans for the day. But Fluttershy couldn't stop glancing at Coppermane. He looked so happy as he talked with everyone. Fluttershy loved that she could make him smile. And hopefully she could make him smile more tonight when she went over to his house for their date. She couldn't wait!





Fluttershy sat on Coppermane's bed, with Coppermane sitting behind her with his arms wrapped around her waist. She laid back on his chest as he leaned his head on her shoulder. There was a movie playing, but it was just background noise. There was a heavy thunderstorm outside, but she felt safe and secure in his arms. There was nothing to fear in his embrace.

He gave her a kiss on the cheek, making her giggle. She loved it when he kissed her. She looked around her at Coppermane's room. It was strange. It was only her second time here, but she felt so welcome. And it was all thanks to her wonderful Coppermane. She looked up, and gave him a kiss on the cheek, making him blush.

But suddenly, with a earth-shaking boom of thunder, the power went out, and made Fluttershy and Coppermane jump out of their skin. Fluttershy threw her arms around Coppermane, and Coppermane tightened his embrace. He relaxed his arms after a while, but Fluttershy remained stiff.

"Well that's just great," Coppermane said, obviously not thrilled. He reached to his side to get his phone. He turned the flashlight on so they could see.

Fluttershy relaxed her grip on her boyfriend. "Now what?"

"Um… I don't know," Coppermane said. "I've got some candles downstairs. Wanna come with me?"

Fluttershy smiled. "Of course," she said. With a thunderstorm outside, and with the power out, she wasn't going anywhere without Coppermane.

Coppermane smiled, and scooted off the bed. Fluttershy held onto his hand tightly as she followed him downstairs. She sat down on the couch as Coppermane sifted through the drawers in the kitchen. After a minute, he brought three candles over to the coffee table along with a lighter. He only lit one, and turned his phone flashlight off.

"There we go," Coppermane said. He sat down on the couch next to Fluttershy, and she scooted closer to him, leaning her head on his shoulder. She looked down and saw Coppermane bring his legs up on the couch, folding them criss-cross style. He pat his lap, and gave Fluttershy a smile. She felt her cheeks heat up, and gave him a smile as she got up to sit in his lap. She blushed as he cradled her in his arms. He smiled and leaned in to give her a passionate kiss. She melted in his arms, lifting her hands to cup his face. He gently pulled away, and gave her a loving smile. She blushed as she wrapped her arms around his neck.

"Um… sorry about the power going out," Coppermane said.

"Oh, it's not your fault, Coppermane," Fluttershy said, placing her hand on his heart. "I like this."

Coppermane smiled, and gave her another kiss. "Yeah, this is nice," he said, caressing her face.

Fluttershy giggled, and shuddered in pleasure as he stroked her cheek. "What do you want to do now?"

"Well… lemme think," Coppermane said. Fluttershy waited as he pondered to himself. After a minute… "Actually, can I ask you something?"

"Of course," Fluttershy said.

"Is there something you've always wanted to do, but couldn't because you were single?" Coppermane asked, blushing majorly.

Fluttershy's eyes went wide, and she could feel her cheeks flush bright red. Ever since she started dating Coppermane, she's been thinking about things she could do with him. She's been curious about various couple activities they could try. And there was one thing in particular that stood out…

"Um… there is… one thing," Fluttershy said, blushing and looking away.

"Oh? What?" Coppermane asked, lifting her chin.

Fluttershy felt her cheeks heat up even more at his big brown eyes.

"Well… I've always wondered what it would be like to… um… s-slow dance," Fluttershy said.

Coppermane's eyes went wide. "Slow dance?"

"I mean… if you don't want to…"

"Oh no, it's not that at all," Coppermane said. "It's just funny because… I-I was kind of thinking the same thing."

Fluttershy lit up. "Really?"

"Yeah," Coppermane said. "This is kind of embarrassing, but I actually have a playlist on my phone with a bunch of slow songs in it. Just in case, y'know?"

"Aww, that's so cute," Fluttershy said.

Coppermane blushed. "Well, now I can put it to good use."

Coppermane gave Fluttershy a quick kiss before she reluctantly got out of his lap so he could stand up. Her stomach filled with butterflies as she watched him look through his phone. Was this really happening? Was she about to slow dance with Coppermane? She's never done something like this before. Her heart rate rose when she heard some music coming from his phone. He put his phone down, and her heart skipped a beat when she saw how he was smiling at her. He walked over to the couch.

"I've always wanted to say this," Coppermane said. "Fluttershy… m-may I have this dance?" He held his hand out, and rubbed his neck with the other.

Fluttershy giggled at how red his cheeks were. He was just too adorable! She reached up and took his hand.

"I-I'd be delighted."

Coppermane smiled, and gently helped her up. He guided her to the area in front of the coffee table. He lifted his hands, and Fluttershy shuddered when he placed them on her waist. She smiled, and wrapped her arms around his neck. He smiled at her, and started moving his feet to the rhythm. Fluttershy did her best to move her feet with his… and she found that it wasn't difficult at all. She looked into Coppermane's warm brown eyes, and suddenly she wasn't nervous anymore. Her butterflies were gone. Even the storm outside seemed to fade out as she shared her very first dance with Coppermane. Not a word was spoken. She danced in silence with her Coppermane, savoring this intimate moment with him, utterly entranced by his eyes.

Coppermane sighed, and turned his head away with a big smile on his face.

"What is it?" Fluttershy asked, bringing his head back.

Coppermane blushed. "Oh… it's just… how did I get so lucky?"

"What do you mean?" Fluttershy asked.

Coppermane's eyes seemed to light up, gleaming as if he'd found treasure. He reached up to caress her face, making her shudder.

"I just can't believe you're mine now. It's just… wow," Coppermane said. "How did I get so lucky?"

A huge smile grew on Fluttershy's face. She felt her face heat up at how he was looking at her.

"Um… I-I don't know," Fluttershy said. "You were just so nice to me. You stood up to those mean bullies, and you were so sweet.  You did so much... for me."

Coppermane's face was bright red. "I just tried to be a decent guy, y'know? I-I think you're really something else. I couldn't let any of those bullies hurt you." He kissed her cheek. "You're really special, Fluttershy, and deserve only the best."

Fluttershy started tearing up at his words. Did he really think about her like that? She couldn't stop smiling. She laid her head on his warm chest.

"You're not the only lucky one," she said, nuzzling him. She felt his arms wrap around her, and squeeze her as they continued to dance. A tear fell down her cheek. Normally a severe thunderstorm would scare her, but being in Coppermane's arms… it made her forget about all of that. Even the occasional flashes of lightning and waves of thunder didn't faze her. In Coppermane's embrace, there was nothing to be afraid of. In his arms, she was safe.

How was it possible for a guy to be so wonderful?  Coppermane: loving, sweet, kind, affectionate, and the cutest thing. He treated her like a princess, and at this moment, Fluttershy felt like the most special girl in the world.

"I love you," Fluttershy murmured.

"Hmm?" Coppermane said.  "Did you say something?"

Fluttershy's heart dropped. Did she say that out-loud? She took her head away from his chest to look at him.  She felt her face heat up rapidly.

"Oh… um… n-nothing," she said, smiling nervously.

Coppermane said nothing, but just gazed at her with gleaming eyes. A heart-warming smile slowly grew on his face.

"Wow…" Coppermane said. "You're so pretty."

Fluttershy's eyes went wide. She felt her cheeks heat up yet again. "Y-You really think so?"

He brushed the hair out of her eyes, making her shiver, and used his hand to cup her face. His eyes were shining, and his smile was bright.

"The most beautiful girl in the world."

Fluttershy gasped as her heart melted. Was she hearing things?  She felt tears welling up in her eyes.  Did he just say…?  No… it couldn't have been…

"Oh, Coppermane, y-you're just saying that…" Fluttershy said, looking away with red cheeks.

Coppermane brought her head back to look at him. He stroked her cheek, making her shiver in pleasure. "Fluttershy, I would trade all the beautiful things in the world if it meant I could be with you. To me, you're the prettiest thing in the world."

Fluttershy couldn't believe what she was hearing. He really thought about her like that. It wasn't just a fantasy. Coppermane truly thought she was… beautiful.

"Coppermane… I… I don't know what to say… I… I…" she stammered, before being silenced by Coppermane's finger on her lips.

"You don't have to say anything," Coppermane whispered. "Just let me look into those beautiful teal eyes."

A tear escaped Fluttershy's eye. His words were so tender.

"Coppermane…" she murmured. She felt her eyes close as Coppermane leaned in to give her a passionate kiss. She would've melted onto the ground from total ecstasy if she weren't being held by Coppermane. A moan escaped her mouth as waves of bliss rippled through her. His lips were so warm and sweet, caressing hers perfectly. Tears of joy ran down her face. She felt so beautiful and loved. She didn't know it was possible to be so happy until now.

He pulled away, and the couple continued to dance together. Fluttershy rested her head back on his chest as he squeezed her in his arms.

A few songs later, the couple released each other. Coppermane reached over to turn the volume down on his phone, and guided Fluttershy over to the couch. Fluttershy watched as Coppermane set a pillow up against the armrest, and then laid back on the couch. He looked up at Fluttershy, and held his arms out to her. She could feel her cheeks reddening. She smiled and laid in Coppermane's embrace. She rested her head on his chest, and he wrapped his arms around her, making her entire body relax in bliss.

"Coppermane… that was amazing. Thank you so much," Fluttershy said, nuzzling his chest.

She felt Coppermane's lips on her forehead, making her shudder in pleasure.

"Anytime, Fluttershy," Coppermane whispered, giving her a squeeze. He began brushing her hair, making her moan.

Fluttershy felt so at peace. She felt so safe in Coppermane's arms. She would want nothing more than to stay in his arms for all eternity. His embrace was so warm.

She felt her eyelids growing heavier. She tried her best to stay awake, but it was becoming difficult. She just felt so comfortable. The gentle rise and fall of Coppermane's chest… the feeling of him brushing her hair… the warmth of his body… being held in his arms… the soft candlelight… everything was so tranquil and serene. She nuzzled Coppermane's chest, and she felt him kiss her forehead again. She melted at the feeling. She felt so… loved.

She felt herself beginning to doze off again, and decided to accept it, drifting off in Coppermane's arms.

Coppermane… I love you…