It's been a year since that fateful day. The day where I was being hunted, found a talking zebra, and told said zebra to shut up.
Yup, fateful. Through this year I have learned much about this world and it's inhabitants, thanks to that talking zebra, Zecora. I learned about the 4 princesses, how the sun and moon are raised, the elements of harmony and their owners. And some other essential pieces of knowledge to get me through this world.
But the most life changing lesson I have ever learned was this: Every, some, and anypony. Which I still manage to get wrong.
And while all of that was helpful, I most enjoyed the alchemy lessons that Zecora provided. I learned how to make potions that created fire, ice, and other natural elements. Alchemy had it's dangers, sure, but if you were able to hone the craft, you'd be unstoppable. Many have tried to become proficient in the way of alchemy (Or so I am told). But only a few have been known to be true masters of the art; and it just so happens that Zecora is one such master.
Zecora has another student under her wing as well as me. She is a small pony with a yellow fur coat, red mane, an adorable bow, and a fitting southern accent. I believe that her name is Applebloom. It is a shame I can't speak with her, as I am very curious and want to learn all I can about this fascinating world. Yet Zecora insists that I not make contact and don't leave the forest. Why is this? Because, allegedly, humans are pony eating creatures, that want only to destroy and pillage. (Only told in not very known and remote folktales, of course.) And while it's true that I do like me a steak or more questionable meat foods that Zecora throws my way, I really don't think pony would taste very good.
Apart from my disconnection to the outside world, I suppose everything has been going good for the past year, until today.
Now you have to understand, I am very curious. So, I sometimes do things I shouldn't do, just to learn. So I just couldn't pass the opportunity when Zecora needed to get supplies for Applebloom's lesson on alchemy. This was my chance! I told myself that it wouldn't be as bad as Zecora thought it would be. So when my talking zebra friend was far enough away, I got out of my hiding spot behind the wooden shack I call home, I called out to Applebloom.
"Hi! You must be Applebloom! Pleased t-" Was all I got out before I heard a terrified scream and hoof beats sprinting away.
I was stunned. I stood there for minutes on end until Zecora came back, looking very out of breath. She was about to speak, then she saw me. She gave me a look of pity, of which I wanted none.
"They really do fear me." I said, hatred and sadness all too evident in my tone.
"They would not be filled with fear, if only they would hear." Zecora protested.
"It's a shame they will not."
"Indeed it is. Their simple minded emotions only fizz."
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Applebloom didn't stop running. Even when her legs were going numb and her stomach felt queasy. She had to find help. A weird monster was inside her alchemy teacher's hut, and may have even found her already! That thought was terrifying for the young filly. She eventually slowed down and tried to think of ponies that can quickly help. 'What about Applejack?' She thought hopefully.
"Fiddlesticks! She and rarity were going to the spa today!" She suddenly shouted. "Okay Applebloom, think." She whispered calmly.
Different ponies all started forming in her head. All of which were not an option. 'Okay, Twilight, Pinkie, and Rainbow are too far away. Big Macintosh would get hurt with his large frame, and he's scared silly of this place. Sweetie Belle and Scootaloo both had a cold, so they weren't options. Who was good with big scary animals?' She pondered frustratingly. Then the answer hit her in the face.
"Fluttershy!!!" She screamed in glee. "She'll know what to do!"
With that, Applebloom started towards Fluttershy's home.
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"Angel Bunny! Eat your dinner!" The yellow pegasus said sternly to her rabbit; whom was glaring daggers at his mother figure.
Angel responded to her command with a turn of his head. Now, with no other option, Fluttershy pulled out the big guns. "Eat your dinner or no carrot cake for dessert!" Angel snapped his head back in the direction of his owner, only to find the half-crazy stare and smile that she was wearing. Angel knew all too well that when she got like this, nothing good came out of it. Yet, despite the fear he had, Angel decided it was time to stand up for himself. The bunny puffed out his chest and looked defiantly at Fluttershy. She gasped. ' This has never happened before.' she thought. So as the two prepared for the most epic argument that only included one voice, the outcome was unclear. What was however, was that neither would be getting out of this anytime soon. That was until a certain somepony barged in to Fluttershy's home and stunned the both of them.
"Fluttershy! I need your help!" Applebloom exclaimed.
"EEEEEEEP!!!" Fluttershy screamed in fear.
"Zecora is being attacked by a big monster-animal thing! You gotta help me!" Applebloom pleaded.
This caught Fluttershy's attention. She jumped up from under the table she was hiding under and started asking questions with a glint of interest in her eyes.
"Really? What animal?" Fluttershy eagerly questioned.
"I don't know! Please!!! Ya' gotta help me!" Applebloom pleaded.
"Take me to this animal." The yellow Pegasus demanded.
"Thank you so much!!! Come on, it's this way!" Applebloom cheered.
And so the two ponies went to Zecora's home in the hope that they might both understand what is going on in the Everfree Forest. What they did not realize however, was that this search would mean a complete change for Equestria. And serve vengeance that is centuries overdue. This vengeance may include a certain bunny eating all of the carrot cake while his owner is gone, but probably not.