The Adventures of Trixie if Her Father Was a Badass Alien

by totallynotabrony

Chapter 30

The train pulled into the station near the seaport, coming to a halt. The trip had taken longer than Trixie had expected, but here in Scoltland the towns were closer together and the engine couldn’t go full-tilt. It was a smaller locomotive than Equestrian style anyway. The boiler and pistons couldn’t produce as much power.

Trixie shook her head, pulling herself away from such thoughts. She was supposed to be on vacation here, not thinking about mechanics. Valiant had taught her well.

“We can find a ship here to take us home,” Fluttershy said. “I hope you have the money to pay for your ticket. I can lend you some because I usually get my passage by shoveling coal.”

“No, it’s fine,” Trixie said. “In fact, I could pay for your ticket. You wouldn’t have to work.”

“Well, I don’t know if-”

“It’s okay,” Trixie assured her. “Just because you’re good at it doesn’t mean you have to do it at every opportunity.”

Fluttershy thought for a moment. “Is that why you haven’t been as flashy lately? I don’t remember the last time you did any magic tricks.”

She had a point. Trixie nodded. “I suppose you have a point.”

Fluttershy smiled. “I’d love to see some, if that’s okay with you.”

Trixie thought for a moment. “You know, I think I can do better than that.”

When they found the ticket office at the seaport, Trixie made special arrangements with the company, booking herself as entertainment for the cruise. She would do one show per day in exchange for free meals for her and her assistant. It was not a super deal, but certainly not bad for just walking up and organizing something last minute.

“But who is your assistant?” Fluttershy asked as they made ready to board.

Trixie raised an eyebrow.

“Oh.” Fluttershy looked away. “I don’t know if I can.”

“Relax. I know what I’m doing. I'll take care of most of it.”

Fluttershy turned back, clearly still feeling some misgivings, but nodded. “Okay.”

Trixie smiled. “Let’s go find our cabin. We could use some practice before the show.”

The paddle steamer was not a grand ocean liner, but not a bad little vessel. Its compact size made it easy to find their way around. With a toot of its horn, the lines were cast off and the steamer got underway.

While putting on her old traveling show, Trixie did not usually need many props or anything besides her own magic, but that didn’t mean a little extra wouldn’t be nice. At least the steamer had an event stage.

Coordinating with Fluttershy, they began to lay out a plan for the show while resting in their cabin. Trixie would be doing most of the work while Fluttershy would stand there and look cute. Both of them were okay with the arrangement.

“So how many days do we have before we get back to Equestria?” Fluttershy asked.

Trixie checked the tickets. “It says five.” She frowned. “It also says we’re not headed for the east coast.”

“Really? But I thought that’s what we got them booked for.” Fluttershy frowned.

“Yeah, I know.” Trixie inspected the tickets. “It says we’re actually going to Neigh Orleans.”

“But why would they do that?” Fluttershy wondered aloud. “Did somepony make a mistake?”

Trixie shrugged. “I suppose we could ask one of the crew members. Some of the passengers will probably be angry, but I don’t really mind. I’m not in a hurry to get home and I’ve never been to that part of Equestria.”

Fluttershy nodded. “I just hope we won’t regret this.”

Comments

[The Grey Pegasus]

By this point, should we assume their geography to be the same as ours?

[totallynotabrony]

3203306 Can if you want. Doesn't change anything.

But yeah, they're going to the delta in their steam boat. Then things happen.

Par for the course, really.

[TimeTravelinc]

Five bits say its that Starblast is at the helm, wanting to defeat Trixie...

or is it someone we know.

Also, please don't let your OC be dead. He was a good character with brilliance, and I liked him.

[totallynotabrony]

3207653 There is a very good reason I haven't written about Valiant since the season three finale in February. Believe me, I wanted to. There's a lot to say. However, it's more important for him to be gone right now.

You'll find out why in a few more months.

[Chainlinc3]

Isn't "Scotland" supposed to be "Scoltland" or something? I forget the exact pun, but I could have sworn it wasn't just "Scotland."

[totallynotabrony]

3210145 fixed

[That Pegasus Over There]

Oooh! Neigh Orleans!
I don't think anyone's written about there yet.
I predict Mardi Gras and alcohol will be involved in the near future...

[Streamline]

Hopefully it isn't hurricane season when they arrive. I can see Trixie having an epic showdown with hurricane Katrina.

[Dragonfox]

I can see you are building more framework for this story. I do like where this story is going.

Keep up the good job you are doing. I look forward to the next chapter.

Dragonfox

PS It wood be nice if the chapters where a bit longer.

[Super_Big_Mac]

3203324 Par for the course? You undersell this story, good friend. Trixie has been hitting hole-in-ones since chapter the first!