Flutterheart

by lilinuyasha

Silent affirmations

Trey couldn’t wait to get out of school. He’d been so impatient throughout the day, rushing ahead, trying to get things done. He got too ahead of himself in band because of it and wound up derailing the band for a few minutes. He grew frustrated with himself but realized that he had to utilize his patience in order for this to work. Nopony without patience would get anywhere.

As the day finally wrapped up, Trey rallied the troops to the tower.

“Good work out there today, colts! And fillies! We have a lot of good things going on. Now, I know the big marching competition is still a ways away, but we need to execute perfectly every day. Now, I did come from Canterlot, so I’ve seen some pretty good bands out there. I want us to show them who’s boss. So, who’s ready for the first hoofball game tomorrow?”

Cheers arose as the thought of the first game of the season drew near. It was Thursday, and all the high schools played on Friday. Trey couldn’t remember the last time he’d been to a high school game. He’d always been at college games, where his music and fight songs he composed were played. He was looking forward to the experience.

“Alright. That’s what I thought. BAND!”

“MOVE!”

“ATTEN HUT!”

“MOVE!”

“Section of the day goes to the trumpets.”

The trumpets yelled screams of joy and enthusiasm.

“Trumpets dismissed!”

“One, two!”

“Everypony else, diiiiiiiiiiismissed!”

“One, two!”

Now that the day was over, Trey could start his search. He trotted off towards Ponyville Square, hoping to catch a glimpse of the tan pony he so desired. He hurriedly, though trying to keep a calm demeanor, searched for that yellow coat and pink mane before nightfall. He had only about an hour before he thought he should give up hope. He trotted around the square, searching the windows of stores, around assorted fruit stands, and around some table setups and restaurants. His search yielded no luck. He held his head low and slowly began to trot home.

“HEY THERE!”

Trey jumped and fell back, startled. Pinkie Pie was looking at him, smiling.

“Hey! I couldn’t help but notice you were looking for something. Are you playing a game? Oh OH! Can I play? Please, please?”

“Actually I’m looking for Fluttershy.”

“Oh are you two playing Hide and Seek? I’m the best at that game! I’ll go hide!”

“Wait!” said Trey. “Do you know where I could find Fluttershy?”

“That would be cheating, silly!”

“We’re not playing hide and seek, Pinkie!”

“Oh...well...you want to?”

“Um...maybe Saturday. I just wanted to talk to Fluttershy. Do you know where she lives?”

“Oh! She lives in that cottage on the edge of town, with all the animals! Tell her I said Hi!!!” she said, happily bouncing off elsewhere in typical Pinkie fashion. Trey rolled his eyes and trotted off towards a non-decrepit location, hoping that he was headed towards the right edge of town. He followed a natural trail by some woods for a good while before he decided to head back the other direction. He trotted off at a faster pace the other way, south of town, on the same trail. Eventually, he saw a cottage-like building with a light on. The shadow of a figure moved in front of the light, flapping its wings. Fluttershy was definitely home. Trey trotted up to the door and knocked. Fluttershy opened the top part of the door, and, when seeing who it was, opened her eyes wide. Whether it was joy or not, he didn’t know.

Fluttershy shrunk her body back again, looking at him. “Um...hey Trey. Can I help you with something?”

“Actually, I just wanted to see if you wanted to come to the hoofball game tomorrow night. I noticed you were at the field the other night but you left before I got a chance to say hello.”

“Oh. Well...your band sounded so nice, I just thought I’d drop in and listen...I hope that was ok...”

“No, I’m glad you did! I wish I would have gotten to say hello, though.”

“Oh, I’m so sorry...”

“It’s fine. I don’t believe in apologies.” he said, smiling at her.

“Um...well...”

“So, wanna hear the band at the hoofball game? They’ll sound just as good there!”

“I don’t know...that’s an awful lot of ponies there...and loud noises...”

“Fluttershy, I absolutely hate crowds and loud noises. But hoofball games are where I make an exception. I think it’d be really fun to see you there. Besides, the season opener is the school’s rival! That should add some excitement.”

“But...who’s gonna take care of the animals?”

“Animals?” asked Trey. He then noticed a large assortment of creatures inside Fluttershy’s cottage, looking at him.

“Oh...yes...I take care of the animals around here...um...I guess I’ll just feed them early...Angel can take care of them. Won’t you, Angel?”

A large rabbit jumped up onto Fluttershy’s back and nodded at her. He then looked at Trey, trying to figure him out. He jumped off and bounced elsewhere.

“So...see ya there?”

“Um...yes. If that’s alright?”

“I wanted you to be there.” he said, smiling. “I’d like to see you.” he said, realizing that wasn’t what he meant to say at all.

“See me?”

“See you. At the game. Yeah. Um...yeah.” he said, unsure how to catch himself. Fluttershy smiled and nodded at him.

“Sure. I’ll look out for the band and sit by you guys...If that’s alright?”

“Absolutely. See you then!” he said, smiling as he trotted away back to his house.

“She heard the music and wanted to come. It wasn’t about you.”

“But she still came.”

“Not for you.”

“But she still came.”

Trey fought back with his conscience. He felt like he could win this one. He’d gained more reason to believe that Fluttershy could be his. However, he’d keep these thoughts in his head, planning not to let them out to her, minus the accidental slip earlier. He’d found it best if he kept his crushes to himself. At first, he told himself he couldn’t develop affections for any filly. Then he succumbed and realized that as long as he didn’t act on those impulses, he’d be fine.

Trey put all reminiscences of the past behind him and closed his eyes, picturing Fluttershy in his head before he drifted off to sleep. Just a hug was all he needed. Just some physical contact...that’s all he’d ever asked for.

I sat out under the stars with her. We lied on our backs, pointing out constellations. It was just her and I out here. I looked over at her. Fluttershy. I smiled to myself as I saw her gaze into the stars with wonder. She looked so beautiful. I scooted closer to her, gazing up with her.

“This is one of my favorite things to do.” I said.

“I can see why...” she said.

“There’s just one thing wrong with it though.”

“I think it’s perfect...”

“There’s just one thing missing that would make it perfect.”

“Well...what is it?”

“I’ve always wanted somepony to share it with. This is the first time I’ve ever gazed at the stars with somepony special.” Crap. I hadn’t told her that yet.

“I’m not that special...” she said.

“You’re special to me, Fluttershy.” I said, turning to look at her. She turned to look at me with a shocked look on her face. I shouldn’t have said it.

“Nopony’s ever said that before...” she said, looking away.

“They’re missing out.” I said. If I said it, I might as well continue with it.

She blushed and looked away again. That shade of red was so cute on her. I made a move and put my hoof to her face, cradling it. She looked at me with those big, beautiful blue eyes and smiled. She didn’t remove my hoof...that was new.

“You’re making me feel...awkward.” she said, obviously unsure of what that emotion was.

“I know you’re not used to getting this much attention. I can tell you don’t like it.” I said as she nodded. I removed my hoof from her cheek and put it under her chin. “But at the very least, you deserve everything I can give you.”

She looked at me again, blushing harder, her face almost rouge with this new emotion.

“I...I don’t know what to say...”

I smiled. I decided to be daring tonight. “You don’t need to say anything.” I said, leaning my lips close to her, at a decently fast pace. Enough to where she could see it coming, but wouldn’t have enough time to react. I heard her inhale fast through her nose, hold it for a bit, and breathe it all out, as she pushed her face closer to mine.

***

Trey’s alarm woke him up. He had slept so well. He remembered having a good dream, but couldn’t quite recall what exactly it was. He knew Fluttershy was in it. Maybe he got somewhere. Maybe she hugged him.

Trey got dressed and met the day, getting his baton and music. He made sure to pep the band up before the game, reviewing over the fight song (which he wrote while in his tenure at Canterlot University) and school song. School couldn’t go by fast enough for him. He was ready for some hoofball. And to see Fluttershy again. He was also very eager to see how the band would perform their first show, and the crowd reaction. Eventually, the school day ended and the band gathered right back at the band hall, where pregame meals where being served, courtesy of the local hay market. Once their allotted meal time was over, they repped the show a few times before they got on the school buses and drove over to the stadium, where Fillydelhpia, their long hated rival, awaited.

As the band got situated in the stands, Trey kept a lookout for Fluttershy. He searched the stands high and low and didn’t see anything yet. Still 15 minutes before gametime. She had plenty of time.

Kickoff started and the band played played a drumline rift to signify the beginning of the game. Ponyville, who elected to kick, stormed down the field in an attempt to get to the ball carrier. Fillydelphia’s receiver had too much speed and he broke the tackles for a touchdown. Trey sighed. He didn’t know how Ponyville played, but this wasn’t a good sign. Trey turned around and had them play the kickoff song again, almost as soon as they had put their horns down. Trey kept a lookout for Fluttershy. Still nothing. Ponyville got the ball, and brought it out to the 40 yard line, a fairly good return. Trey had the band play a few more tunes throughout the quarter.

As the first quarter ended, the score was 14-7, Fillydelphia. Trey searched again for Fluttershy, to no avail. Trey got the band ready for halftime, broadcasting their new show. The half ended, 21-7. Trey sat back on the sidelines as the band took the field, where screams of appreciation and cheering racked the stands. Trey liked this crowd. They were a lot more supportive than some of the other schools he’d been at. As the drum major got the show started, Trey looked back towards the stands frantically, searching for Fluttershy. Still nothing. maybe she forgot the time...time...CRAP! Trey never told her the time! He kicked himself in frustration. How could he have come so far to fail? He never expected much more than failure from himself anyways. Trey sighed and watched the rest of the band’s performance. Other than a few marching issues, they sounded very good. Once they finished the show, the crowd absolutely roared. Trey smiled as the band got back in the stands for the second half. He glanced through the crowd one more time. Finding nothing, he gave it up and focused his attention on the band and the game.

Ponyville wound up losing 35-24. Disappointed, the crowd left the stands angrily, most not staying for the school song and fight song. Trey shook his head and rolled his eyes. His supporting fans only cared about winning. When they were losing, well...they weren’t supportive.

As the band got back to the school, Trey made a quick announcement telling everypony that they did a great job, and that he looked forward to seeing them Monday.

Trey began to trot towards home when he heard a familiar voice.

“Trey?”

Trey turned around to see Fluttershy, doing her best to look at him while avoiding eye contact.

“Hey! Where were you?” he asked, smiling. He didn’t want to show his frustration. He was patient, yes, and he wouldn’t explode on her.

“I..um...well...I thought it was at the school...and then I didn’t know the time...and...um...I’m sorry.” she said, shrinking her body again like she did when she first met him. Trey trotted closer to her.

“I don’t believe in apologies, remember?” he said. “Besides, you have nothing to be sorry for. I didn’t give you the time or place. That was my fault. Alright?”

“Um...sorry for apologizing. Um...oh no, I can’t keep from saying it...” she said, looking down at the ground. Trey, on an impulse, put a hoof under her chin and brought it up to eye level. She looked at him with those beautiful blue eyes, full of wonder.

“Don’t worry about it.” Trey said, smiling. He removed his hoof from her chin, a sudden sense of Deja Vu passing from him. “I’ll get it right next time.”

“Um...ok...sorry. Oh...” she said sighing. Trey couldn’t help but laugh a little.

“Hey, are you doing anything tomorrow?” he asked, hopeful.

“Um...no, not really. Just taking care of the animals. And maybe some other chores...” she said, drifting off.

“Do you want some help?”

She looked at him with a smile. “Only if that’s not too much for you...I mean...It’d be nice...But I don’t want to bother you...”

“You could never bother me.” he said smiling. Even in the darkness of the night, Trey could make out her face darken around her cheeks. Maybe it was a figment of his imagination though. “Just give me a time and I’ll be there.”

“Um...whenever you want is fine...” she said timidly. She still looked at him though. Trey noticed she’d been keeping eye contact with him more often.

“Hm...9 AM?”

“That sounds good...if that’s ok with you...”

“Of course it is. I’m pretty punctual so I’ll probably be there at about 8:50”

“Oh...ok.” she said, smiling a little.

“Anyways, I’d better get back home. It was good seeing you again!”

“Yes.” she said, more authoritative than most of her comments.

Trey turned around to walk away, but was stopped short.

“Um...Trey?” began Fluttershy.

“Yes?” he asked.

“It’s really dark...could you walk me home?”

“Absolutely.” he said.

Comments

[lilinuyasha]

You're reading a shipfic. With Fluttershy. And my OC. With themes from my personal life.

Also, I know this question is bound to come up, but this story is in no way related to "When Trey came to town". I personally believe that story was stolen from me, since I posted that idea and then it was later taken. Trey is not just a name you randomly pick. Anyways, I'm still saddlesore about that. Anyways, hope you enjoy chapter 3! I'll try and have a 4th chapter up sometime Sunday. The band has a football game this weekend. I'll also try and update my other fics. I guess I bit off more than I can chew by writing so many fics at once. Luckily, BOE is almost done and LOR is just a recreational project. (Though with that many views, I really should step it up.) CB will definitely see a new chapter soon.

Thanks for your continues support, everypony!

[lilinuyasha]

Glad it's up to your standards! I've always wanted to try my hoof at a shipfic, and this was the one place it wouldn't be awkward. Hell, it's being tracked by a ton of people. Thanks for the support, everypony!

[PleaseRemoveMe]

i really liked it!

I just finished playing through Gears of War and came to this. Even in my state of blood-lust, I couldn't stop myself from reading

[Super_Big_Mac]

D'aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawww.............. I love it so far!

[Brony Tom]

I mean, it's not like I don't like the story... I just am not feeling drawn into it. Sorry.

[Kitty]

[Sith_Dreamer]

I'm only up to Chapter 3, but I love it so far. Zev recommended this fic to me, and I'm glad he did, what I've read so far is really well done, and you've written one of the most believable OCs I've ever read.

[Shamrock]

The end of the chapter was the perfect wrap-up! I wanna read the next one, despite class...

[Thespurgin]

How do you manage to write romance-themed stuff so dang well?!

[coolant1]

this is great so far, good job!

[granitecrab]

im crying manly tear's of manliness

[Tryhard McFatface]

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I'd say Liquid Pride but that's Shining's thing.