Ahh, finally some relationship magic. :) Love it.

Also, '...from it’s resting spot on the table...' Nuke that apostrophe! :)

That is cute. I wonder what is going to happen next. Great job.

surprise nude hugs are the best surprise hugs

Magic Barrier is reminding me more and more of Vinyl Scratch.

Octavia always seems to attract the insufferable ponies.

5689432 Tell that to my lawyer, Alticron. I kept telling him that it was a perfectly natural thing to do, but he just kept filling out restraining orders.

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shes probably another descendant. I got that vibe when they met.

I know how terrible I am at writing romance.

On the contrary, you've pulled of a natural development of romance so far. There's a few cliche's that you've fallen into, but they've all been played well and that's the more important thing. I didn't expect this to be such an entertaining read. I'm really glad I gave this a chance! I'll be looking forward to reading the rest of what you have available as well as future updates!

At the Gala
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The hell? Barrier turned from the guards and listened intently.
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I am here at the Grand Gala
For it is the best party
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Barrier swallowed nervously as a feeling he had long-forgotten resurfaced in his gut and he began to get flashes of a gingerbread house.

Hahaha nice one i'd probably say the same thing if I saw the mane 6 doing "At the Gala"

“I’m okay!” He called from his spot on the floor, waving at her with a hoof..

Ha ha couldn't stop laughing!

Pssh, you're doing great with this romance, keep it up