//------------------------------// // An act of kindness // Story: Friendship Amongst The Stars // by Thunder Brony //------------------------------// At same time in a cottage on the outskirts of Ponyville near the everfree forest Fluttershy was feeding her animals when she heard a crashing sound. Followed by a small ground tremor the wind chimes chimed the pots and pans in the kitchen clattered slightly. Fluttershy hearing the sound and the effects it caused looked around slightly confused suddenly Angel came inside and tugged on her leg pointing to the outside. Looking at the bunny she said “what is it Angel?” Angel waved his arms furiously and pointed to the outside. Fluttershy said “oh goodness something landed in the everfree forest?” She went outside and looked in the direction of the forest she could see a cloud of dust dissipating in the distance. Moments later she saw something emerge from the forest it walked on 2 legs. It had orange scales red spines and teal eyes the beast fell down to its knees then on its hands then collapsed onto its face. She ran to the creature it looked familiar she then gasped when she recognized the creature but knew it was in needed regardless of its reputation. Thinking quickly she asked Harry Bear to help carry the creature into her cottage. A short time later the creature woke up and moaned finding itself inside strange place looking around it saw several small creatures scurrying about. Trying to stretch his wings when a twinge of pain shot through his back and leg placing a hand on his head he moaned “oh my head.” Looking down he saw a cast around his right leg and his entire body felt sore. Moments later a yellow pegasus with a pink mane and tail came into the room carrying a small container of liquid on a saucer in her mouth. Seeing her guest awake she placed the cup and saucer on the table in front of him she looked up and said “oh you’re awake.” Pushing the container on the table in front of her guest smiled and said “here drink this it will help you.” The creature took the small bowl and drank the liquid it tasted good he smiled and said “this is really good what is it?” The pony smiled and said “it’s an herbal remedy from a friend.” The creature placed the cup on the table and asked “where am I and who are you? The pony sat down looked up at the creature and said with a soft smile “I’m Fluttershy and this is my home.” The creature nodded “how did I arrive here?” The pony said “you came out of the everfree forest and collapsed I had some of my animal friends bring you here I’m Fluttershy who are you?” She did not mention she may have seen the creature before. The creature said “I-I” pausing for a moment “I don’t know.” Fluttershy said “oh my you have amnesia” she sat on her haunches and thought for a moment then said “you will need a name until you remember yours.” Looking up at the creature “you look a little like a dragon. Her eyes grew wide as she reeled back for a moment she squeaked you’re not a dragon are you?” The creature said softly “I don’t know.” Fluttershy regained her composure and said “well since you look like a dragon we can’t call you dragon or creature so how does Dragnor sound?” Dragnor smiled and nodded. Fluttershy moved closer to him and said “rest easy you’ve been hurt pretty badly.” Dragnor nodded leaned back and winced as pain shot through his back and leg. Fluttershy said softly “the skin on your back and wings were badly burned and your leg is broken try not to move around too much I should to apply ointment to your burns lay down please.” Dragnor nodded and complied as Fluttershy applied the ointment he closed his eyes as the ointment soothed the pain. As the pegasus applied the ointment he said “mmmm that feels so good.” Fluttershy smiled softy then said “when you recover enough to move I should inform you its best to stay away from the forest at night there are monsters in there that are big mean and scary. Monsters that are larger than you and swallow a pony in a single bite and copuld make short work of you.” Dragnor nodded in understanding then asked “after I recover what is to become of me?” Fluttershy said “after your healed you’re free to go, why is someone looking for you?” Dragnor said “I don’t know for a moment I felt something I thought someone was looking for me but I didn’t know who or why” looking at the pegasus he asked does that make sense?” Fluttershy smiled softly said “yes it does you can stay here until your fully recover.” Dragnor smiled. Three days later Dragnor was sitting on the floor when Fluttershy came downstairs Dragnor was staring out the window. She sat beside him said “hi Dragnor how are you feeling today?” Dragnor moved his wings back and forth slightly and said “I’m feeling better I’m still a little stiff.” Fluttershy said “good at this rate you should be able to fly in a few days.” Dragnor smiled then frowned “as nice as that would be I would not know where to go.” Then looked over at the pegasus and asked “Fluttershy, are there others like me out there?” Fluttershy looked up and said “I don’t know” she stood up put on her saddlebags and said “ I have to go into town and pick up some supplies I’ll be back soon is there anything you want?” Dragnor nodded and said “I’m not sure why but I have a craving for gemstones could you bring back some?” Fluttershy smiled and nodded as she left Dragnor sighed turning back to the window watching Fluttershy walked along the path into town. As Fluttershy entered town and gathered the supplies she needed on her way back to her cottage she met Twilight. Twilight said “hi there I haven’t seen you since the Pontian attack.” Fluttershy smiled softly “hi Twilight I’ve been taking care of a guest.” Twilight said “a guest who?” Fluttershy said “if I tell you do you promise you won’t do anything rash?” Twilight said “I promise.” Fluttershy said “Pinkie promise?” Twilight said “I Pinkie promise” but did not make any of the motions or recite the rhyme. Fluttershy thought this was a little strange but did not say anything thinking quickly she said “I don’t feel comfortable talking about it here lets go back to the castle.” Twilight nodded as they walked to the castle she asked “who is your guest you have do I know them?” Fluttershy said “it’s a creature from the everfree forest.” As they entered the castle the alarms sounded Twilight looked around confused suddenly all her friends came into the corridor. Fluttershy did a double take as she saw another Twilight amongst the group the doppelganger seeing its double ran out of the castle. As the Twilight imposter ran out of the castle the alarms stopped blaring then vanished in a puff of green magic. Twilight asked “what was that?” Fluttershy said “wait wasn’t that you?” Twilight said “no I’ve been here all day.” Fluttershy sat on her haunches and lowered her head. Applejack asked “what’s wrong sugar cube?” Fluttershy looked up with a sad look “I told that imposter I had a special guest in my cottage I didn’t say who or what. I was suspicious when I asked them” pointing to Twilight “our you to Pinkie promise they did not recite the Pinkie promise rhyme or do the motions.” Zackmar asked “what did you tell them?” Fluttershy cringed slightly and said “all I said was it was a creature from the everfree forest.” Rainbow said “I’m confused what creature?” Fluttershy took a deep breath and explained the creature she had taken in as a guest and his condition the looks amongst the others was surprise. Rarity asked “are you sure that’s wise darling?” Fluttershy said “why not it worked for Discord didn’t it?” Rarity said “you do have a point.” Fluttershy just hung her head low with a sad look on her face. Twilight smiled placed a hoof on her shoulder and said “I think that is one of the kindest most selfless things anypony can do. Based on this act I can honestly say you don’t just represent the element of kindness but you are the living embodiment of your element. Therefore it is in your nature to lend assistance to any creature in need.” She paused and added “it is nice to see that in such times you are remaining true to your element similar to what you did for the Breezies. I know the circumstances are not the same. But you are you did it because it was the right thing to do and by doing so you’re setting an example to not just to us but to everypony.” She looked around to the non-equestrians and adding quickly added “and non-pony.” Fluttershy looked up and said “r-really?” Twilight and the others nodded. Fluttershy smiled softly. Synora said “question, who or what is Discord?” Twilight explained who and what Discord was the others mentioned their experiences with the lord of chaos. Kendar asked “where is he now? We really could use his help” Fluttershy smiled and said “last time we spoke he said “he was visiting a dimension of chaos he hopes to meet other Draconequui.” Kendar Synora and Zackmar all looked at each other and then at the group. Fluttershy said “don’t worry about Discord he’s reformed he would not do anything that would endanger Equestria or his friends like bringing back other Draconequui.” Zackmar thought for a moment smiled said “if he were here he could really shake up the Pontans by sprinkling some chaos around.” The ponies all looked at each other as mischievous grins spread across their muzzles the three Non-Equestrians all looked at them with looks of with looks of confusion. Synora said “am I and by extension my comrades missing something?” The ponies only looked at each other and smiled the Non-Equestrians just thought it best not to ask. Zackmar said “back to the point at hand and or hoof it seems we have changeling infiltrators amongst the townspeop-er ponies. Therefore when we are interacting with each other outside the castle we will need a code word, so as not to inadvertently divulge any sensitive information a word that can identify us as well... us.” Pinkie said “oh-oh I have a code hocus pocus alimagocus super califagalistic exbie alla dotious.” Applejack said “that’s not a password that’s a nursery rhyme.” Kendar said “that’s too long we should keep this relatively simple.” Pinkie perked up again “how about cupcakes?” The others all nodded Twilight smiled and said “ok outside the castle the code word is cupcakes.” Zackmar looked at Fluttershy “it is possible your” pausing for a moment “guest will be in danger now that you mentioned him.” Fluttershy sighed “what can I do?” Twilight said “maybe you should bring him here to protect him.” Rainbow said “whoa-whoa-whoa that creature attacked our town and you want to bring him here?” Fluttershy said “he’s suffering from amnesia and was badly injured and possibly abandoned by his commands I couldn’t just leave him to be eaten by the everfree monsters. Besides he did not try to attack me in the cottage” Rainbow signed “fine but if my opinion still stands.” Fluttershy nodded then asked “do the rest of you share her objections?” The others looked at each other then Applejack said “what if here regains his memory and decides to attack us?” Fluttershy just lowered her head but said nothing. Kendar said “if the creature is as docile as you say then it should not pose a threat, far be it from me to tell anyone what to do but this is a living creature were talking about.” Twilight said “agreed but if the creature decides to attack were turning it to stone agreed?” Fluttershy nodded “I understand I will bring him here.” Kendar handed her a cloaking belt and said “here use this.” Fluttershy took the belt in her hoof and tossed it around her neck she smiled softly “I’ll be back soon and I want to introduce him to all of you.” Before she left the castle she set the scanner to detect only changeling DNA then left the castle and was soon back at her cottage. As she walked up the path she could see Dragnor he was still staring out the window she could see him as she came up the walkway. As she entered she said “I’m home” smiled softly and placed several gems in a bowel then brought them over to him “I brought you the gems you asked for.” Dragnor smiled and said “thank you” as he took a gem and placed it in his mouth “I’m not sure why I have cravings for these.” Fluttershy said “well you are part dragon and they eat gemstones.” Dragnor nodded “makes sense.” Fluttershy said “Twilight has granted you a room in the castle there’s more room to move there.” Dragnor said “a castle?” Fluttershy nodded and said “can you walk on 3 legs?” Dragnor nodded “I believe so it’s just not very comfortable.” Fluttershy said “here wear this belt will hide you from the spies around town.” Dragnor took the belt and placed it around his waist and pressed a button in the middle as he faded away “ready.” A short time later she returned with the creature as they entered the castle Dragnor removed the belt and de-cloaked standing on 3 legs. As they passed the sensors the alarms did not go off Fluttershy smiled inwardly and thought he’s not a channeling. Pressing a button on the console and said “computer scan this creature and enter his DNA into the database.” A bluish beam emanated from the wall it started from his head and covered his body stopping at his feet then a on the panel were 2 lights one red one green the green light lite up. Fluttershy smiled and said “you’re in the system now.” As they traveled into the throne room the others came into view Fluttershy said “everypony and company meet Dragnor.” Dragnor nodded “then he felt something strange.” Fluttershy noticed his look and asked “are you alright?” Dragnor said “I-I’m fine just for a moment you all seemed familiar.” Fluttershy nodded “don’t worry you will regain your memory with time.” Dragnor smiled and bowed his head “thank you for allowing me to stay here I do not wish to be a burden.” Twilight smiled “my castle is your castle” turning to Spike she said “Spike show your guest a room.” Spike nodded and said “follow me” as they began to walk towards the stairs. Once Spike and Dragnor were out of sight Twilight cast a sound dampening spell as the group began to speak. Rarity said “he seems nice.” Pinkie nodded “yup I like him.” Applejack said “I agree but I wonder what will happen once he regains his memory.” Twilight said “I know it’s risky but it worked for Discord besides if he does go on a rampage I will cast a sedation or a stun spell on him and then teleport him to the everfree forest” looking towards the stairs she said softly “I hope it does not come to that.”