The party was in full swing and I was already tired.
Because of strange sleep patterns I had just not slept because we would leave Canterlot just like four hours later than I usually go to bed, so I just went “buck it” and stayed up reading instead.
In retrospect, might not have been the best idea in the world.
On the bright side, it wouldn’t ruin my sleep pattern and a small nap like that would only make me more tired.
On the other hoof, fuuuuck.
Because of course there was a party, it was Ponyville and somepony was doing something, which meant Pinkie Pie knew about it, which meant party. A large banner was stretched across the library 'Goodbye Midnight and Spike!' written across it.
The library was packed to say the least. Celestia, Luna, Twilight, Midnight, Sunset, the Elements and a dozen other ponies I didn't know. The large stone table in the middle and the shelves didn't exactly help.
It was warm, it was loud and I would almost rather go outside into the biting cold snow, just to cool off a little. Maybe for a little bit.
I don't like parties. At most, I tolerate them. Okay, they aren't that bad when I know ponies there, but I never found them actually fun. Especially something like this because when this one was over, Twilight and Midnight would cast the spell and then Midnight would leave for home with her Spike.
Then I'll lose a friend. Sure, we weren't that close, she was always too busy doing research, but we had spent some time together and I will miss her.
At the same time I was happy for her, she'd get to go home to her world, to her friends again. She had worked for that for over a year now and finally gotten it right.
"Here," Sunset said as she moved up next to me, a glass floating in her magic.
"Thanks," I said and gave her a small nuzzle before sipping the cool drink, "How's the party?"
"Pinkie Party. Which always means that it's going to be a good one," Sunset said and then looked to me, "How are you doing?"
"Tired, it's early," I admitted, "And not really a party kind of pony. And as much as I'm glad she found a way back home, I am sad we'll never see her again."
Sunset nodded, "...Yeah, I know how you mean."
"Did you get that letter to the other you done?" I asked, sipping my drink again.
Sunset nodded, "Yep. Hope she listens to it, I think it will make her happy if she does."
"...You told her to ask Midnight out?"
"Maaaybe," Sunset said with a grin, "What, it worked out great for me!"
"True that," I agreed, "...And I may have sent a letter to her Luna too in the package of books to Midnight."
Sunset nodded and gave me a small nuzzle, "I'm going to go talk to Midnight."
I nodded, "I'll talk to her when things have calmed down a little."
Sunset moved off, shifting course and rounding the table on the other side from Celestia rather than brush past her. She was still pissed at her then. I don't know if I should talk to her about it or let them work it out themselves, but It couldn't keep going like that forever. After Sunset and Celestia made up after Sunset came back to Equestria, it had been good for both of them. Sunset being angry with Sunshine wasn't good for either of them and I know I hurt them.
Sunset blaming Celestia was hurting both of them. Almost as much as Celestia blaming herself. I just hated seeing it.
Celestia pretended not to notice as she kept talking with Twilight. But I caught her looking at Sunset before turning back to her conversation.
But you know what? No. I'm staying out of it and they can damn well solve it themselves. As much as I hate seeing it, they are both adults and I have too much on my plate already!
Speaking of which...
I looked around and quickly found the corner with Fluttershy in it. Sipping my drink, I moved around the library, moving past ponies and rounding the big stone table as I made my way over to her, "Hey. Having fun?"
Fluttershy twitched slightly and looked at me in surprise before she nodded with a small smile, "Y-yeah."
"Not much for parties either," I admitted to her, "Just wanted to thank you again for the flying lessons," I said, keeping my voice low, “It helped me a lot. If I tried to do that on my own, I likely still wouldn’t have figured it out.”
"That's a-alright," she said and smiled slightly, "It was fun."
"And painful," I agreed with a smile of my own, "But fun."
"...I didn't send you a letter. W-when you asked. In the paper. I-I didn't know if I should have," she said quietly, glancing around slightly in case anypony got close enough to overhear.
"I know," I told her quietly and shook my head, "Don't worry about it, it was mostly to see how many would. I’m trying to figure out how many of us there are."
She nodded and then looked to me curiously, "How... how many have..."
"Over eighty so far."
Her jaw dropped slightly in surprise.
Thanks for the new chapter! Looking forward to the update!
I believe, I missed something. Why Sunset is suddenly so angry on Celly? It's can't be about Celestia leaving Sunset in Canon-world in Mirror-verse, so what? She is angry about Celestia ignoring this whole thestral's problem?
And I wish, that this method of communication mentioned by Midnight in last chapter will work, as these letters or anything will be interesting, I especially interested about reaction of Starlight, when her nemesis will return few centimeters higher, in full battle armor and then will curbstomp her out of nowhere.
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I believe Sunset blames Tia for nearly killing Blank Page when he REEEEEE'd her and scared her.
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Because of the incident at the end of the last story, just after Page became part Thestral (the deal with Discord to fix Tempest's horn), when he decided it would be a smart idea to jump-scare Celestia.
Celestia did kinda blast him out a window and out of the castle (promptly landing him in hospital). Sunset is upset that Celestia did that (probably thinks that Celestia should have had more self control), Celestia is blaming herself for it (probably why she isn't talking to Sunset about it, she feels she deserves the hate and the blame).
As far as the whole Thestral issue goes, well, that's what this story seems to be focusing on, so I guess we'll find out.
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Ahh, this. Now I remember clearly. This also explain Celestia self-guilt. Thanks.
This chapter came in just before midnight for me and I had to read it before I went to bed XD, keep up the good work and I hope you are doing well
Thanks Hiver, it's 8:30 am and thanks to you my day has a gret start
you upload reeeeealy early for me... I woke up at 2 am and this chapter was live...
Dang, if Fluttershy is surprised by that number then there must be so few of them that each bat pony probably feels as if they're the only one.
...And now I'm confused again just WHAT Sunset's relationship status is.
A. Page realized he might be interested in Twilight. Was reluctant to act on it because he was dating Luna, and wasn't ready to be poly.
B. Page realizes Sunset is also interested in Twilight, so he backed off even more. Him later getting wings as well, and thus immortality, helped with this.
C. Sunset and Twilight start dating. I think Twilight confronted Page about him being interested.
D. Page realizes that Sunset is his new best friend, and that he was again catching feelings for said best friend.
E. After much flirting between Sunset and Page...
I know Luna is of the mentality of "I have all the time in the world, you don't(didn't) so find your happiness wherever you can." Page isn't there yet, and I don't remember if Twilight is or was interested in herding. But there seems to be a lot of flirty Sunset, but no Twilight, so I'm left wondering if Sunlight just didn't work out, or if Twilight was just spending all her time trying to get Midnight home, or what.
Yeah I'm kind of confused who is seeing who at this point. Is Page and Sunset a thing or is Sunset and Twilight a thing? or both? If both how's that working for all parties involved? Are they fine with it?
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It's both and they're all alright with it, Luna and Twilight even encouraged Page and Shimmer to get together.
Edit for clarification: this comment was written for Triv_ but i saw that DivinePanzer (awesome name btw) had similar questions.
“Eighty?”
“Yeah which leads me to believe that there could be hundreds, perhaps even thou-“ I halted when a familiar, sweet scent became clear.
“E-Everything okay?”
“Yeah. I just...” there is was again. Flowery yet unmistakably citrus and sweet. “You smell that?”
“Smell?” She titled her head confused for a moment before acknowledgement flashed through her eyes. “Oh! It’s my new shampoo, Mango Sunrise.”
“That smells amazing.” I said practically salivating.
“Would you, I mean if you don’t mind, care to...care to have a better smell?” Despite her shy nature, she lowered her head and pressed herself under my neck. My god, it was intoxicating! She was warm and smelt like absolute heaven.
Mean while through the windows a familiar draconequis could be seen, rubbing his mismatched claws together. “Good...good...now kiss!”
“Don’t get greedy, Discord.” Another voice said from the bushes, her pink coat just barely hidden in the brush.
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Page and Luna are married.
Page and Sunset are in a relationship, encouraged by Luna and initiated by Sunset.
Before that, Sunset became involved with Twilight, and have been together so far as we know.
Page has expressed interest in Twilight, but he wants to let Twilight focus on Sunset since both he and Twilight are technically immortal while Sunset isn't.
I wonder if Chrysalis would send a letter too?
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*Discord and Cadance in the bushes*
Discord: By the way, I thought your graphs said the development shift would be with Midnight...I don't see Page going near her right now.
Cadance: I said within this week so there's plenty of time. Besides multiple ship developments can occur at the same time.
Discord: ...with Page?
Cadance: USUALLY it is possible but Page splits his attention too much to make the progress he should be! That's why WE are here!
Discord: Ah I see---OH NO!
Cadance: I see it too! Angel Bunny is trying to get into the party to start his campaign of terror!
Discord: GET THAT EVIL BUNNY!
*Party noises drowns the battle raging outside*
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Wait, Midnight went to you?
It seems like someone messed up her spell
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Thanks for the clarification!
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“Besides, even if this does work and she goes back, I sent a secret coded letter to myself in her universe to insure that no matter what Page and Midnight will have a destiny.”
“...wait are you saying your going to have yourself bring a Page to Equestria?”
“...who do you think brought him here? Love will extend beyond dimensions!”
Just mirror pool clone page... A cheap clone should still be able to give Midnight and her fellow Princess a foal or two
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lol midnight also stands for time (12:00am) unless you were joking, then nice joke.
See, if I had landed in this particular Equestria randomly, I'd probably volunteer to go back with Midnight.
Nothing's as good a reminder of friends lost as having one of those friends around, right?
It totally would have nothing to do with any idle crushing on a fictional purple pony princess that may have occurred at some point. Nope.
Absolutely epic party, because a goodbye party needs to be remembered so the people are remembered ♡
Sooo 'Dahaka' from 'Prince of Persia' like Nemesis?
But why has it not fucked up
Starlight timefuck Glimmer?!