Afterparty 2: Aftermath
As the party continued, Spike eventually made his way away from the center of the party, allowing everyone to celebrate without him for a time. He felt he had a lot to think about, and preferred to sort it out on his own, without deadening anyone else's celebratory moods. Unfortunately, with most of the town still being rebuilt, there weren't that many spots for someone of Spike's size to slink away without being noticed, even when he could change that size at will. Eventually, Spike settled on heading into the Everfree, making his way towards the ship. He idly wondered if some meditation would help him sort through his emotions.
"Didn't think you were the sort to ditch your own party."
Spike sighed as he glanced over his shoulder at the chocolate brown face of the one following him. "Never thought you were one to leave any party until the last note played, Uncle Tony."
Anthony chuckled as he stepped up beside Spike. "Well, most of the reason I stick with parties like that is for the ladies, know what I'm saying?" He gave Spike a playful punch on the shoulder. "Unfortunately, all the ladies who I'd consider my type back there either have their eye on you or are your Mom, and I'm not her type."
Spike managed a chuckle. "I have to wonder, after all this time, what Mom's type even is."
Anthony shook his head. "Boy, that's not something I'd even begin to try and figure out. Your Mom's a mystery wrapped in an enigma, bundled up in a genetically engineered six foot untouchable perfect goddess. And as far as I can imagine, she's gonna stay untouchable for a long time."
Spike rolled his eyes. "Somehow, I doubt you followed me out here to talk about Mom."
Anthony nodded. "True enough. I actually wanted to ask ya something about what ya said to Ridley when you were fighting him."
Spike sighed softly. He was pretty sure he knew exactly where this was going. "Yeah? What did you want to know?"
Anthony was silent for a time. "...do you regret giving him enough energy to make it off BSL?" he asked carefully.
Spike raised an eyebrow. "You...don't seem surprised to learn I did that."
"Wasn't that hard to put together," Anthony replied easily. "I know how you think, Ankle Biter. You probably were thinking he might see that act of mercy and generosity and change his ways or something, right?"
Spike chuckled softly to himself. "I don't think I actually gave it that much thought when I did it. I just...couldn't let him die like that. It was as simple as that. When I did it...I didn't give any thought for what he might do afterwards."
Anthony nodded thoughtfully. "So, having seen what he did with it...do you regret it?"
Spike frowned as he thought about it, thinking about everything Ridley had done with the energy he had given him, knowing he was at least partially responsible for it since his actions made it possible for Ridley to do them. He then thought about what it would have been like to have left him to die, or killed him in cold blood when he was helpless, his only other two options there. "...no," he said finally. "I don't regret staying true to myself, whatever the consequences."
Anthony nodded to himself. "Then I suppose you just have to live with those consequences, then."
"That's all anyone can do," Spike agreed, staring up into the branches. "I doubt anything else is a viable action-"
"Tell me friends, what is a hoof?" Zecora asked as she stepped out of the foliage. "In Ponyville and Everfree, so much is-" She froze as she caught sight of Spike, her eyes widening as she took in Spike's altered physique. "...woof," she concluded.
"Seriously, Zecora?" Spike demanded as Anthony fell back against a tree, laughing hysterically. "Anthony, what's so funny?" This demand only made Anthony laugh harder.
Twilight looked up at Samus as the pair sat together, each of them taking a drink of some strong cider as the party continued around them. "So...Ridley's gone for good now," she observed idly.
"Finally," Samus grunted out in relief. "And good riddance to him, too."
Twilight managed a smile at that. "How does it feel to finally put that to rest?" she asked curiously.
Samus thought about it for a while. "Odd," she finally admitted. "On the one hand, I'm pleased to finally see the end of him, and relieved I'll never have to worry about him showing up again. On the other hand, knowing I might encounter him again at any time was a push to keep myself at my peak, and keep growing stronger. On the other hand..." After a brief pause, she chuckled. "I've run out of hands."
Twilight giggled to herself. "That's why I prefer counting on the hooves," she joked, wiggling all four hooves playfully.
Smirking, Samus took another swig. "So, yeah, my feelings on that situation are complicated to say the least."
Twilight nodded understandingly. "So...what's next for you?" she asked curiously. "I mean, there's probably not much in the way of adventure here..."
"Then it's a good thing I've had my fill of adventure," Samus stated bluntly. "I didn't just come here to bring Spike home. I was hoping to make a home here myself, if I could. Figured a world that produced him would produce more than enough excitement to keep me from growing bored in retirement."
Twilight chuckled. "Yeah, I suppose it would. Especially here in Ponyville."
"Friendly locals are certainly a plus," Samus murmured thoughtfully.
Twilight rubbed her chin. "You know, there's plenty of room in my castle," she observed idly. "It'd probably be good for Spike to...have his whole family together."
Samus smirked, her eyes bemused. "And I'd be readily available for you to barrage with your endless questions about me and the galaxies beyond, right?"
"W-well, okay maybe my motives aren't entirely altruistic," Twilight admitted with a blushing stammer, apparently having drunk a bit too much already. Understandable, given recent events. "But surely you've got your own share of questions?"
"Can't deny that," Samus admitted. "Alright, I'll take you up on your offer." Reaching out, she playfully mussed Twilight's mane, chuckling as she flailed her hooves over it. I've heard of worse reasons to start a relationship than 'for our kid', she mused silently.
Twilight groaned, a hoof going to her head as a lance of morning sunlight came through the window to land right on her eye. She had a terrible headache, and other symptoms she instantly recognized as the mother of all hangovers. She started to shift, trying to find a more comfortable spot, but a soft arm held her in place as a warm body shifted, blocking the sun.
Twilight sighed in relief, willing to give no more thought to it...until she realized someone was in bed with her. Her eyes instantly popped open, taking in a mess of blonde hair, a heart shaped human face smiling softly...and far more bare flesh than she ever expected to see under the covers. Knowing she had to say or do something right now, she opened her mouth. However, all that came out was, "...woof."
At that moment, a few books were knocked off her bookshelf as Pinkie Pie popped out from behind them. "Ha! She said it! She said it!" Pinkie squealed out.
"Pinkie, if you don't keep it down, I will use your tongue to turn you into a tetherball," Samus growled out, pulling Twilight closer to her as she tried to curl up for tighter sleep. This caused Twilight to let out a startled squeak.
As the door opened, Spike stepped in carrying a platter with black coffee and aspirin. He glanced between his two mothers, then muttered in a monotone voice, "Well, that escalated quickly..."
Fin
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I'm glad I was not drinking on that last part.
Also I shall dub thee SamLight!
edit: never done this before so to the warp with it. FIRST!
Considering Samus' lifestyle, I'm not sure if she even HAS a type.
You forgot the "can kick the ass of any living being" part.
He tried to pull a Goku. Worked about as well on Ridley as it did on Frieza though. Ridley actually did come back stronger though, Mecha-Frieza, not really.
i didn't think so.
Agreed.
Fair point.
Oh it will.
Can't hurt.
Clearly.
I think most people would agree with you.
And she probably could.
I can only imagine how this must be for Spike. Quite the sight to try and comprehend. Either way, this was a fun ride, Metroid is one of my favorite games of all time, and I am most certainly going to be rereading this if I feel like reading something amazing.
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Normally I would be annoyed over that "first". However, you did perform a christening of a new "Ship", so have an upvote. You deserve it.
It's over? It's over! NOOOOOOOO!!!
Ah well, can't be a good story without a good end.
That little SamLight scene at the end scratched my relationship itch, and I can't believe I never considered it until this chapter. I'm usually all over possible relationships.
Excellent story, as always.
All we need now is for a purple pony to start mixing magic with Nether energies in a gravimetric warp unit an BAM!
One Spike, one Samus, one Lombax, one robot-backpack-parent and two Twilights, one of which carries enough firepower to level a small galaxy.
I kinda expected that final development. Kinda.
Gotta agree with Spike, though.
maybe you might need to ask Pinkie.
Presuming that that marks the end of the story, i will give my critique!
This was... well, i can't even think of an alliteration!
I'll just say that it was awesome! It had action, adventure, some sad moments, some triumphant moments, development for the previously way WAY underdeveloped characters, made sense of a lot of in-game plotholes and had a satisfying ending with hope for a new tomorrow.
With the bonus points you've earned, this story gets a whopping 16/10 on the
itude meter, the highest score i've ever given! I wonder what the future holds for them all?
Tats, you're a bastard. You really ended it without giving a final answer on Spike's relationship status. You teased Gandrayda, Rarity, AND Ember, then ended things while leaving it in the air? That's cold. VERY cold.
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Not just living beings. Also robots, X-infested zombies, and whatever the hell Phantoon is.
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Easy. Phantoon's an alien space ghost.
Ooooh walked in on the parents in bed together . Don't worry buddy we've all done it once or twice.
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Left deliberately open ended because, as far as the story is concerned, it doesn't matter who he ends up with. The three listed are closest, but - as this chapter showed - everyone up to and including Zecora wants him...so the readers can each decide for themselves who they want to picture him with.
Oh come on! It can't be over like this! Can't we at least get a '2-years later' chapter to see where things wound up for spike and gang please?
But still, shame this is all over. Its been such a fun ride.
Awesome story. Was hoping to see how spikes new relationships turned out but hey, you cant please everyone.
7547447 Space Dragon. The harem anime, with ponies.
Is it bad that I kinda want a sequel?
Ah yes the perfect ending: The one that drives every reader bonkers.
this has been a wonderful adventure. sad to see it end finally cuse i enjoyed it so much. another amazingly written story.
*Sniffs the air with my muzzle* I Smell a sequel. *Looks at the author* HINT HINT HINT!!!!!!!
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I'd watch it.
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Added to my ship wall. In the 'bizzare enough to work' category.
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Don't worry, mares. And Ember. And Gandrayda. There's plenty of me to go around.
The Great and Powerful Trixie was wondering if… if you have room for one more? Uhm… not like she's actually worried about it…
Ooh, pick me!
Edit:Great and Powerful Tsundie. I don't know why I didn't think of that before. Also Genkamena Diane Pie, Genki to her friends. Hey, Other Sans, maybe you and Alphys could help me out with some more pun names.
two years later:
Samus: Ok twilight, push for me.
twilight: pained grunting
Samus: I see the head! you're doing great girl
*out pops mini spike*
Spike: Ok, can I go now?
twilight: OHMYGOSH! his first words! our baby is a genius!
*spike gives a pained sigh, then grows to normal size as he exits the room*
Samus, with a tear in her eye: they grow up so fast.
There's your 2 years later, hope you enjoyed.
Zecora letting out her own woof and Twilight and Samus (possibly) sharing a night together? Very nice...
Knew this had to end some time but still
That was a great ending to this story.
"Relationship"? Oh, I get it, she's being coy with-
Thank you, Spike, you've voiced my opinion perfectly. I never saw that coming.
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I can feel a sequel in the Aura *hint hint*
Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice.
now all we need is an epilogue where twilight goes missing with the only clue being a dimensional anomaly. Then have her return 2 weeks later with a gadgetron kiosk connected to an interdimensional relay
And another chapter in the PWNY-verse backstory has drawn to a close. Good work, though you've pushed some edges here and there. Overall, enjoyable. The 'sex' tag is somewhat misleading, but...
7548135 here here
Come on you humans, ponies, dragons and whatever else. If he doesn't want to do a sequel, than don't force him to. It'll either end with him saying no or with him blocking comments...usually it's both.
7547999 PWNY verse, two years.
7547526 Pwny verse dude,
7547447 I understand WHY it was done. I just don't like it. Other than that, loved the ride.
Weh, well that was a wild ride. Fun though! I thoroughly enjoyed it!
Any plans on adding any bonus chapters?
...
...
...wat
Yes. Yes it did.
well it's official the ending of the greatest Spike centered story every
I'm sad to see it go
but I was wandering if you have thought about maybe having I guess sequels were Equestia's villains show and Spike gets to totally scare the crap out of them with his new form
just an idea
A great story. Well done.
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I think untouchable perfect goddess covers the "Can kick anyone's ass" part. X3
So does this make them Princess Twilight Sparkle Aran and Samus Aran Sparkle??? I can so see them adopting some kids or Twilight using magic to let them have kids naturally. Oh, how would Samus react to the Canterlot High world???
Holy shit! That's funny, hot and really cool actually. I great approve this shipping. It just feels right to me.
Great story! Awesome wrap up. *stand and applause*
Oh. My.
Not quite an ending I would have expected. But certainly an entertaining one. Excellent work, good sir!
Until next time...
Anon e Mouse Jr.
P.S.: I'll hopefully finish the recap of these last seven chapters and get it up on TVTropes within a few days.
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Looking forward to seeing that.
7549193 Indeed. (Speaking of recaps, I've done at least some work on all but one of them now - seven out of eleven complete stories have complete recaps, I have arc lists for two more, and I'll be finishing this one soon. Chrysalis' hasn't really been touched yet. Of the six ongoing stories, three recaps are mostly up to date, Coco's has an arc list, Shining Armor's is about an arc behind - I'll probably try to catch up on his after I finish this one - and I'm just getting into the last published arc of Twilight's story.)
Until next time...
Anon e Mouse Jr.
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That's fine. I enjoy seeing new material appear there.
7549225 Glad to hear it.
Until next time...
Anon e Mouse Jr.
I think a wire in my mind just short circuit from the awkwardness at the end of the chapter...
That ending was priceless! This is definitely one of my favorite stories!