I love when this story updates.

Citrus moves over and nuzzles Citrus’ cheek

How... what?

8030767 sorry, my bad for having two characters names start with the same letter. It does get hard to keep them straight.

*edit* Fixed....and ho boy, it took some doing to find that. Thanks again!!!

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sorry that is kind of my bad also I saw that in the pr read and forgot to tell you about it. sorry SB

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Congrats!

not going to lie, i really hope they dont need another stallion for foals and that magic can help Tim do it instead.

What was that ending? Almost got me there.

8030835 CTRL+F

By using this command it will open a small window at the top right of your browser *atleast it does in chrome for me* then you just copy what they posted to be edited and place it into the selected window. Upon doing this the it should show you right where the edit in the story is. This is a very fast and easy way to find mistakes in a story if people point them out.

PS: Great story chapter loved every second of it!

I was about to rant at you for making it a "just a dream" thing while commenting that he must have creamed his pants a few times, but you rescued yourself. I'm watching you, though.

it feels like I have been waiting forever for this chapter, thank you...

Damn...

Having more Stallions is kinda genetic retardation, a male have a strong protective instincts not to let other males touch their mates for the continuation of their genes are no one else's. one of the reason monogamy is such a strong thing is because a male can never be sure the child his mate carries his his. which is why polygamy always usually was 1 male many females because the female will always know the child is hers but the male can not. That is why another male with your mate is pure terror for the male it's genetic programming and nothing wrong with it

8032524 I showed a pic of her in the author's note of the first chapter. But here ya go! img06.deviantart.net/4811/i/2016/002/1/a/cayenne_by_thebosscamacho-d9mitf4.png

8032190 Actually, Xenophilia had a good exposition dump as to why multiple stallions are ideal. Though in reality, there would be a hierarchy among the stallions, which is something I will address. Basically, for survival of the species, multiple stallions would need to service the multiple mares because to guarantee impregnation, having five or six mares would mean the stallion would be a very busy boy, and if he's down for any reason, the mares wouldn't get any, and less ponies being born. Don't worry, more will be addressed as the story progresses.

8032774 That would be a stupid thing to do if the Stallion want to be sure his genes go on so that he is not cuckholded. And if there is a hierarchy the other male would never join because his genes would not survive or have little chance at success. Unless it is a free for all then no Stallion would make a commitment because they would never know if a child is theirs.

8032815 If you consider it from an evolutionary point of view, historically, having a more diverse herd may mean what foals there are are more effectively cared for and raised.
It may also make the stallions safer and likely to live longer to have more foals, even if they don't monopolise the mares.
Depending on how genetics works with regards to the pony races, it could also be a benefit with the herd able to pick a better mix of races for their foals and the conditions.
(I note herds are already pretty much non-canon, if you actually go through and count the background ponies, it seems to be about 50:50)

8033298 The stallions will not have more foal they will have random children which will most likely belong to the most potent stallion in the group leaving all the other genes to die. And the other fathers will most likely not care about the children that are not theirs and why should they, even step fathers does not love their new girlfriends kids nowhere nearly as much as their own. And diversity does nothing in raising children consistency and stable parents does that. And why would any other males stick around when they can find mares of their own that will give them better chances at reproducing?

8033362 Remember, these are not animals, they aren't horses, they are Equines of human level or higher intelligence. They are highly intelligent, they are in control, it's not all instincts with the ponies here. And I would hotly contest your assertion that step parents don't care about the non genetically related child vs the one that is. I have two children, one is mine biologically, one is not. Yet both are equal and are lavished love and care from me. On an instinctual level, these ponies would certainly be more interested in survival of the species rather than their individual genes. One advantage of having magic and intelligence. Just trust me, for the purposes of the story, it works.

8033380 Right they are not animals they know their genes wont survive if they do it like that. Why do you think we have polygamy with only one male or monogamy. And as a pony you are a failure of evolution if you do not care about your individual genes. And we have different experiences with step fathers. and study shows that kids who grow up with a step father turns out just as bad as with a single parent in most cases. Not as an insult to you whatsoever I am sure you are doing your best and that your children loves you. And seriously how is ensuring your own genes getting passed on bad for the survival of the species. It would be better with one stallion in each herd rather than two then every stallions genes gets passed on and less lonely mares.

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a multi stallion heard are not common in Equestria but they happen with large heards.
after all would you expect 1 stallion to keep 8 or 9 mares happy?
even in real life a heard of 20 or 30 is common and yes that have a lead stallion but it is the lead mare that controls the herd,
BUT they will have 2 or some times 3 stallion with the age ranging from the senior stallion down to the young stallion it is a way to keep the heard strong.

8034164 The stallions in those herd in reality has little to no mating rights it is only if they are lucky. And in the story if they are highly intelligent and magical as the author points out, why would they stay in a herd if they want children of their own even if there are 2 stallions the children will belong to the most potent stallion the other one will die out. There is no point joining a group of 8 to 9 mares since only 1 stallion will win

Great chapter!
I can't wait for more world building.

8034293 The Logan Act - only one person has ever been "charged" with this.

And this is where things get interesting. even if world travel was possible, and the UN sent a full diplomatic mission for Earth, as Monarchs, Celestia, Luna, or Cadence on behalf of the crystal empire, have the right to say, nope, we want him.

And this is where diplomacy and diplomatic ties kick in. Even if he was arrested, convicted thrown in jail, Celestia can apply diplomatic presure, saying she will not deal with another diplomat untill he is pardoned and allowed to resume as the head of the diplomatic mission.

Seriously, this sort of stuff happens all the time. Countries take a favor to a certain person and even if administrations change, still request the same diplomats.

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Not to mention he'd be a really good asset to have as he's already integrated with Equestrian culture. This makes him the most qualified human to lead a mission like that.

8045291 Yep, in reality naming him a diplomat provides him a level of protection, as he is not a "citizen" of Equestria. This means he does have actual rights and protections. And without actual direct ties or contact to Earth its a mute title but one that can not really be argued with. He is the representative of Terra, but he can't negotiate on their behalf anyway since he's the only one there.

If "more" Terran's showed up trapped, yeh, he'd likely be expected to be their representative and they would likely be sent to him for cultural adaptation. Yeh that could turn out very very bad, especially if any of them are... not good... people.

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That seems depressingly likely with how much humans are willing to imitate lemmings >.>

8046432 Why did i just have a vision of him sitting behind a desk, face covered, "No, you can not get hallil food here. I don't care how much you complain, women tend to be in positions of power here. Magic is real, ponies are intelligance, dragons exist.... ARGH! Luna just turn him into a cow... i can't deal with this! Let him get a job at the milk store."

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PFFFFFT

"No Mr. Smith, I am NOT negotiating for the use of Equestrian Mages to train US troops in magic, I don't care HOW much more effective they'd be, we're not bringing magic into the mix!"

8047579 "I'm sorry Director but no, the CIA Can NOT have access to the Elements of Harmony. I don't care how much you think you can bribe Celestia. The elements of harmony are.... I don't care how useful you think they will be in overthrowing governments. They are not for sale."

"This is a punishment right? for falling in love with a pony. I'm being punished."

"Sir, Leaders of the Church of the Invisible Pink Unicorn are on the phone again, they are asking about their requests to be accepted as refugees in Equestria."

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slams his head on a desk and sobs

"Not this shit again! How many times have I told them, there is not amnesty policy in place because they're not in legitimate danger!"

8048751 "NO the CIA Can't hire Discord either!"

"Your 3 o'clock is waiting, representatives from Apple are here, they want to sue sweet apple acres for trademark infringement. Apparently they claim to own the rights to all apple products."

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"Tell them to take their case to the farmer's market. The Apple family has been around a lot longer than them. Not to mention, there are now laws against extortion between multiple worlds."

8049289 "And what should we tell Hasbro?"

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"They can't have property rights over living beings, I don't care how much Equestria is 'infringing' on their IP, that's slavery!"

Thanks for the update Sparky. Loved it! I am looking forward to reading more. Man, you got me with the ending there. I was starting to freak out.

EDIT: Maybe the royal sisters should make some kind of announcement about the new Ambassador. Introducing him publicly might help cut down on the knee-jerk reactions Tim keeps getting from everypony. Might be funny to see Rotten's reaction.

Very nice. Want more detailed feedback?

8070552 most certainly.

This story needs to get finished! It's too suspenseful to wait... Please try to finish this wonderful story...

8085196 I'm working on it. I've got a lot more to write.

>> Sparky Brony

It's OK... I just really like it... I would like to see it finished, but you have a life outside of fimfiction and I respect that you even take the time to write this stuff...

“Hey, let go of me!” Comes a voice, a very familiar voice.

“Citrus?” Tim whispers, all of his luggage ends up on the ground as he sprints around the side of the building. He skids to a stop. Citrus is there, with a long catchpole’s rope around her neck. Two men in uniforms are there, one with the other end of the catchpole, the other is holding… “Hey, you get away from her!” Tim shouts.

ASS KICKING POWERS ACTIVATE!

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I'm wondering why Tim didn't pull rank when he encountered Rotten Apple.

How old is he again?

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He's still a kid with a lot of maturing to do.

“Sir, we’ve landed. It’s time to deplane. Unless your ticket is to Tokyo.”

disembark is the word ya looking for. not deplane.

Over 1000 likes, how? This story is just meh. Not great, and not terrible. Just forgettable. Lets just barrow all the things that made another story popular without any of the good writing that went along with it. Was that really your only plan?

Tim’s eyebrows rise, Cayenne continues, “Imagine perfectly aged and fermented cider, or other products that usually require a lot of time to produce. He can age that cider in seconds with his magic, he can do all of that quite a bit easier than the rest of the predominantly Earth pony Apple family.”

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From "Spice Up Your Life" (where both Citrus and Caynne were introduced):

Zesty Gourmand: What's this?! What is everypony doing here?! This place has no hooves! It is not in keeping with the level of cuisine that I have set for Canterlot! Nopony told you this place was acceptable!
"Sweet Biscuit": Uh, Rarity and her friend said it was good? They told us!
Zesty Gourmand: They told you? And who are they to tell you anything? Rarity can tell you what hats to wear with which skirts. Her friend can tell you how to maintain a tragic look for a frizzy mane. They can't tell you what food you can eat!
Rarity: No, we can't, and neither can you! Nopony has the right to tell these ponies what to think!

Sometimes i really hate luna......giving tim a dream like that *shakes head pinching the brige of nose*
Dont get me wrong....i love luna....she can be so sweet at times regal at other times and just plain adorably awkward at still other times......but by celestias name its so frustrating when she gives out those types of dreams