>Be Celestia
>You just watched your new friend get hauled out by the guards.
>You called after him.
>You wanted... no.
>You needed him to say something.
>You needed to prove he was more than just the animal ponies make him out to be.
>Now he is gone.
>You run to your room and slam the door.
>You bury your face into your pillows.
It's not fair! He needs a home!
>You cry into your pillow.
He needs a family! He needs friends!
>You never heard your door open.
>Your mother walks in and sits down beside you.
>Her hoof stokes your mane.
>It helps you calm down.
>"Shhhhh. It's ok honey."
>Your tears have stopped flowing.
>They have all dried up.
>"Now tell me what's wrong."
>You give a few more sniffs before recalling your story.
>You tell her how you were playing hide and seek with Luna.
>You tell her how you found him in your hiding space.
>You tell her that he ran and you followed him to an alleyway.
>Most importantly, you tell her how he is all alone in the world and all you wanted to do was help.
>Your mother listens to all of it.
>She too feels sorry for him.
>"That is... sad."
>She doesn't know how to respond.
>This situation is like nothing else she's had to deal with in the past.
>The fact he is a new species is startling to her, but not as much as the fact he is all alone in the world.
What do I do now?
>You look up to your mother.
>Your eyes are bloodshot from all the crying you have done today.
>She gives you a warm smile and pulls you into a hug.
>"I think you should not try to sneak out of the castle at lunch time."
>You give her a confused look.
>She lets you go and walks to the door.
>In the doorway she turns back to you.
>"I also don't think you should take Luna out the east entrance and look for him."
>She gives you a wink and walks out the door.
>It finally hits you what she was telling you.
>You lay down on your bed and pull up the covers.
>Tomorrow is going to be great.

>Today is a new day.
>It feels like the sun is shining brighter just for you.
>You made sure you got up extra early to make yourself look nice.
>You also made sure Luna was up.
>She always was a bit of a night owl.
>It was getting close to lunch time.
>You and Luna sit in the bushes next to the east gate.
>"Tia, why does thou bring us to the east gate? And why during the hour of lunch?"
>You roll your eyes and look at the sun.
>It should be any minute now.
>"Tia, answer us."
>You would have answered her to make her be quiet, but the ringing of the bells causes you to tense up.
Get ready. The guards should be leaving.
>This only confuses your sister.
>"Why are we waiti-"
>She doesn't finish her sentence when you drag her out of the bush and out the gate.
>The guards never saw either of you when they were changing positions.
>You and Luna were now out in the streets of the city.
C'mon Lulu. This way.
>You pull your sister down the street looking for the right alleyway.
>A tug from your sister almost makes you fall down.
>Looking back at her, you can tell she if frustrated about being kept in the dark.
>"We will not take another step until thou tells us what we are doing out here."
>You remember how she screamed when she first saw Anon.
>It would probably be best if you didn't tell her the whole truth.
We are going to visit a friend.
>Luna's scowl turns into a smile.
>"Who are we going to visit? Is it Daisy? Or is it Ruby? Or is it-"
>You shove a hoof in her mouth.
>She is not amused with you constantly interrupting her.
First off it is a he, not a she. Second, you will see when we get there.
>Luna gives a huff but follows you anyway.

>You never realized how many alleys were in this city.
>After a few minutes of looking around, you found the alleyway.
>You start to walk down, but Luna pulls on your tail.
>"Tia! What are thou thinking! This is where the monster foalnapped thou!"
>You give a groan.
>You didn't like it when ponies called him an animal or monster.
Just trust me on this. Please? Also, can you cut out the old Equestian. It is getting hard to understand.
>Luna gives another huff.
>She is so sure about following you.
I promise everything will be alright.
>Luna looks down the alleyway then back at you.
>"Fine. But thou... you better be sure about this.
>With a smile, you walk into the alley.
>Luna sticks close to your side.
>She isn't liking the looks of the alley.
>You don't care.
>All you want to do is comfort a lost soul.
>To show him that he isn't as alone as he thought.
>When you reach his box, you can see a foot sticking out.
>You were worried he might have run off, but here he is, sleeping in the cold and damp alleyway.
>It breaks your heart a little seeing this.
>"Tia, why is it sleeping in a box?"
>You tense at the word "it", but you see an opportunity to show your sister how you feel.
Not it, he. And this is where he lives. He doesn't have a family or friends. Nopony wants to be around him."
>Your sister starts to tear up.
>You were a little surprised to see this sudden rush of emotion.
>You thought it would take a bit more coaxing to get her to see as more than a monster.
Why the sudden change in heart.
>She sniffs some more and wipes her nose.
>"Because no pony deserves to be all alone. Not even the monsters."
>You give your sister a hug.
>She was able to hold back her tears and comforts herself in your hug.
>After you two let go of each other, you look back at Anon.
>"What do we do now."
>You don't want to wake him, but you can't sit her all day.
>You then get an idea.
Wait here. I'll be back. Don't let him go anywhere.
>You make for the fruit stands, leaving your sister to guard Anon.

>Be Anon.
>You are starting to wake up from you lonely sleep.
>You don't want to get up.
>You're still tired from yesterday.
>Giving up a potential home will probably haunt you till you die.
>Like that is going to be long now.
>Living off trash is not the healthiest thing to do.
>You roll over to get in a more comfortable position.
>"Umm, human? Are you awake?"
>A rush of adrenalin goes through your body.
>Your eyes are greeted with the sight of the screaming filly.
>You push yourself further in the box.
>You're trapped in the closest thing you could call home.
>"Can you talk?"
>You don't know if you can tell her.
>But you don't have much of a choice.
>You give her a slow nod.
>Her eyes light up.
>"Oo, oo, say something."
>She is visibly bouncing up and down.
Ummmm... hi?
>She gives the most girlish squeal you have ever heard.
>"You can talk! This is most wonderful!"
>You really don't know how the fact you can talk make a filly giddy with joy.
>You don't get the chance to ask.
>"Lulu, why are you jumping up and down?"
>You hear Tia's voice.
>She hasn't forgot about you.
>You peak out of your box to see Tia holding a bag.
>She walks over to your box and sets down the bag.
>You look at it then back to her, not sure what to say or do.
>She gives a giggle.
>"It's for you silly."
>You pull the bag closer and look inside.
>It is a full bundle of bananas.

>Your stomach rumble is implied when you drool over the sack.
>No one has ever been nice enough to offer you food.
>Then, this filly comes along and drops a whole sack right on your... doorstep? boxstep?
>Who cares? It's free food.
Thank you Tia.
>You reach in and take out three bananas.
>You were always taught to share, and it has stuck with you.
>You hand one to each of the fillies.
>They both give their thanks before lifting the banana's with their magic.
>You all sit in the alley, eating your bananas.
>You can tell the awkward silence is killing Lulu
>"So... What's your name?"
I'm Anon. What's yours?
>She gives a smile.
>"My name's Luna."
>"I just call her Lulu."
>Luna's cheeks grow red.
>"Tia! I told you not to say that in front of anypony."
>Tia puts on a smug grin.
>"He isn't a pony."
>Luna gets a bit more flustered at the technicality.
>She gives a huff and takes another bite of her banana.
>You smile at the display of sibling love.
>"So Anon."
>You turn back to Tia.
>"Why didn't you say anything back at the castle?"
>Your smile falls into a frown.
I guess I was just... scared.
>She gives you a quizzical look.
>Of course she wouldn't understand that her parents are the scariest thing in all of Equestia.
>"Why were you scared?"
>You try to think of a way to word it so you don't sound like a wimp.
Well, they are rulers of the country to start off with. And the fact that they are super powerfull alicorns that could probably blow me up just by looking at me.
>Tia cocks her head to the side.
>She looks over to Luna, who was mirroring her sister.
>They both look back at you and start laughing.

What? What did I say?
>They are both rolling around on the ground, holding their sides.
>You are now really confused.
>The laughter starts to die down and Tia answers you question.
>"You..."
>She stops to give a laugh.
>"You really think they would do something like that?"
>Now that you think about it, it does seem a bit silly.
Well, no but they could.
>Luna chimes in with her opinion.
>"Anon, they wouldn't hurt a fly. Dad can look scary, but he is just a big old teddy bear."
>You aren't too sure about that.
>He looked too scary to be anything close to a teddy bear.
Then why was he circling me back at the castle?
>Tia gives you a deadpan face.
>"Anon, what are you?"
Human.
>"How many humans are there?"
Just me.
>"Don't you think he was just curious about you?"
...maybe.
>She gives a giggle.
>"Well, you can ask him when we get back to the castle."
>You eyes go wide.
>You are presented with two emotions.
>One would have you giving her a hug and thanking her for letting you come back.
>The other one, however, would have you backing up in your box and letting doubt take over.
>You foolishly start scooting backwards, only to be stopped by Tia.
>"It will be different this time. I promise."
>She gives you a warm smile.
>That smile starts to wash away all your doubt and insecurities.
Ok... I'll go.

I change my mind. I don't want to go.
>"Don't be such a fraidy cat. We just have to wait for the guards to change."
>You, Tia, and Luna were sitting in an alley right next to the east gate to the castle.
>You were waiting for the guards to change so they could sneak you into the castle.
What if we get caught?
>"We won't."
I don't know. What if they think I am trying to chase you? I don't think I can do this.
>Tia groaned.
>"Look. I am not going to let you spend one more night in that box. I don't care if I have to drag you in. You are going."
>You twiddle your thumbs.
Well, when you put it like that..
>"Guys. Shush. I won't be able to hear the bell if you two keep arguing like an old married couple.
>You cross your arms, annoyed.
>Tia mirrors your actions, but with a slight blush.
>You spend a few moments in silence till you hear a bell.
>"Ok guys get ready."
>All of you tense up to make a break for the castle.
>"Wait for it... Wait for it... Wait fo- Now!"
>You charge straight for the door.
>You make sure to stay a bit behind because you have no idea where to go after you get past the gate.
>They lead you into a bush by the gate.
>Only a second goes by before a guard comes around the corner.
>That was close.
>Tia and Luna were both huffing and puffing.
>You didn't think the run was that bad.
>"Ok, we have you in the walls. Now how do we get you in the actual castle?"
>All of you look around from inside your bush.
>Luna spots a cart that was catering some food.
>It had a large cloth covering the bottom section.
No.
>"Yes."
This isn't going to work. This is something that you would see in a cartoon.
>"What is a cartoon?"
That's not the point. The point is it won't work.
>Tia whacks you on the back of the head.
>"You're acting like a foal. Look, this is the only way I can see you getting in."
>You let out a sigh.
>You are tired of arguing.
Let's get this over with.

>You wait for the caterers to leave the cart, then you make a dash for it.
>Luna and Tia are right on your tail.
>You reach the cart and hide in the undercarriage.
>Luna peaks her head under.
>"Are you ready?"
I guess.
>Her head disappears and you feel the cart start to move.
>The cart moves for a couple of moments before it stops again.
>"Ummmmm Tia? I think we forgot something."
>"What is it now Lul- oh..."
>You are getting worried that you have been caught.
What is it?
>You make sure your voice is barely a whisper.
>They both answer in unison.
>"Stairs."
>You give yourself a mandatory facepalm.
>"What are we going to do now?"
>There is a couple moments of silence before Tia speaks up.
>"I have an idea. Follow my lead."
>You are really not liking her ideas, but you don't have much of a choice.
>"Excuse me, sir?"
>You start freaking out.
>There is no way she would just throw you under the bus.
>Would she?
>"Yes princess?"
>You tense up at the sound of the stallion.
>It sounds like a guard.
>"Would you help us get this cart into the castle? We want to help out the caterers."
>You are holding your breath waiting for an answer.
>"It would be my pleasure you highness."
>You can see the cart take a purple hue before you feel the sense of being lifted up.
>You maintain your balance as you are propelled forward.
>"Ugh, what is in this thing."
>You feel your heart rate speed up.
>All he has to do is pull up the cover and you are exposed.

>"Oh, just some pots and pans. They didn't want us to mess with any food."
>This filly is a genius.
>You feel yourself being lowered back on the ground.
>"Is there anything else you need me to do?"
>"No, that is all. Thank you."
>"You are very welcome."
>Tia seems to be nice to everyone she is around.
>She's a good friend.
>Luna sticks her head back under.
>"Ok, we are inside. We are going to cart you to the stairwell. You are going to hide in Tia's room. Okay?"
>You give a nod.
>She smiles then lowers the cloth.
>The wheels start to squeak and you feel the cart moving forward.
>You can hear the chatting of ponies all around you.
>There must be some get together.
>It doesn't take long for you to reach the stairs.
>"Ok Anon. You can come out now."
>You crawl out from under the cart to see a circular staircase.
>The two fillies are already starting to climb up. 
>You follow after them.
>You walk up at least five stories before they lead you down a hallway.
>You are surprised that you haven't run into any guards.
>They lead you to a door with a giant sun painted on the front.
>You look over to Tia.
I am guessing this is your room.
>She smiles and nods her head.
>You look behind you to see a similar door but with a crescent moon.
>You turn towards Luna.
And this is yours?
>She gives a nod.
>"Ok, not that's settled, let's get you in my room."
>She pushes the door open to reveal the brightest room you have ever seen.

>Everything is white and pink, matching Tia's colors.
>She has about a gazillion stuffed animals laying in a pile over by her window.
>Her bed looks like a typical royal bed with a box frame and curtains tied to each bed post.
>It is everything you thought a girl's, or in this case filly's, room would look like.
>You walk in and Tia shuts the door behind you.
>"So... what do you think?"
>You are tempted to tell her how you really feel, but you don't want to bite the hand that is feeding you.
It looks... great.
>You give the best fake smile you can.
>She gives a giggle.
>"You don't have to lie to me. I know this room is super girly."
>You let yourself chuckle a bit.
>She walks over and jumps on the bed.
>She waves you to come sit by her.
>You do as your told and jump onto the bed.
>It is the most comfortable thing your butt has sat on in a long time.
So... what now?
>She looks at the clock on the wall and sees that it is almost time for dinner.
>"Well, I have to get ready for dinner. Don't worry. I will bring you back something."
>Tia hops off the bed and heads for the door.
>She turns around before heading out.
>"Just make sure you don't leave this room."
>You give her a thumbs up.
>She responds with a confused face.
>They wouldn't get hand gestures.
It means 'okay'.
>Her face turns into a smile and she walks out the door, closing it as well.
>You look around her room, looking for something to do.
>You see a few books on the wall.
>Might as well see what she likes to read.

>Be Celestia.
>You just left Anon in your room so you could eat with your family.
>You wish he could have come with you.
>Your dad would probably just throw him out again if you did.
>You make your way down the stairs to the dinning room.
>The table was always to high for you.
>You found your stack of cushions and sat up at the table.
>Mom and Dad were talking about some royal business.
>aka, boring grown up talk.
>Lulu is sitting across from you on the table.
>"So, is he all settled."
Yeah, he is probably waiting for us to get back.
>She gives you a nod and you wait for dinner to be served.
>Just like every night, the food is over the top and super fancy.
>You rather just have a simple sandwich and some cake.
>Lots and lots of cake.
>You eat your hay casserole and imported grass.
>You never liked the taste of grass, but you wouldn't get desert if you didn't eat it.
>Your mom and dad seem to still be talking about something about gryphons.
>Gryphons were always a bit mean.
>You really didn't like to deal with them.
>Luna was playing with her grass, making it into funny shapes.
>She lifted a bit up and made a mustache.
>You giggle at her display
>If only you hadn't eaten all your grass.
>The doors open.
>Here comes the desert.
>You look back over to Lulu.
>She is stuffing her face full of grass.
>You both know that if you don't finish the grass, the servants are told to not give you any sweets.
>You are given a big slice of cake.
>You are about to dive in when you remember about Anon.
>You forgot to save him any food.
>Luckily, you still haven't touched your cake.
>You cut it in half and slip one half into your napkin.
>You hope this will be enough.

>You eat the rest of your cake and try to excuse yourself.
>You catch your mothers attention.
>"Where are you going in such a hurry.?"
>You turn around and try to hide the napkin behind your back.
I... um... I'm just going to my room.
>You start to back up.
>Your mother smiles.
>"You never were one to go to your room after dinner."
>You try to think up of some good excuses.
>Luna has already sneaked away.
>She was always good at that.
I am just... tired. Yup tired. I had a big day.
>You start to sweat a bit.
>Your mother gets up out of her seat.
>"Well, let me tuck you in. It has been a while since I got to read a bedtime story to you."
>Oh crap.
>You try and tell her that is not necessary.
>She only responds with 'Nonsense, it would be my pleasure.'
>You try and stall her, but she keeps pressing forward.
>You are now nearing your door.
>This is your last chance to warn Anon.
Okay mother! You can tuck me in!
>Your mother looks at you with a confused and slightly annoyed face.
>"Solaris, why are you yelling?"
>You make a fake cough.
I just wanted to clear my throat.
>She gives a 'hmm' and goes to open your door.
>You can only hope Anon heard you.

>Be Anon
>You are trying to entertain yourself with the story "Lord of the Wings."
>It seems really thought out and in depth.
>It also seems very boring.
>This is something an adult would read, but you take what you can get.
>You are to the part where all the ponies are sitting around, trying to figure out what to do with the One Wing, when you hear Tia's voice.
>"Okay mother! You can tuck me in!"
>You start to freak out.
>Her mother is on her way hear.
>You need a place to hide.
>You look left and right, trying to find a space.
>You try the closet, but it is full of more plushies.
>Why does this filly need so many plushies?
>You try to crawl under the bed.
>The bed sits too low, your head is too big.
>You can't find any place to hide, and the door opens.
>In the doorway stands a sad Tia, and smug looking queen.
>"Well, well, well. Look what we have here."
>She shuts the door behind her and Tia runs up to you.
>Tia pulls you into a protective hug.
>"Don't take him away! He needs a home!"
>You close your eyes and absorb yourself in the hug, preparing for the queen to throw you out.
>"Now why would I do that?"
>You and Tia look back at the queen with confused expressions.
>"Anon, was it?"
>You give a nod.
>"Would you like to stay here at the castle?"
>You are shocked beyond belief.
>You never thought you would get two opportunities to live with the royal family.
>Tia gives you a shake.
>"Go on. Say yes."
>You clear your throat.
I-I would l-love to. T-Thank you your highness.
>You give a bow at the end.
>"Of course you will be required to get a job. I think there are some openings in the kitchen staff."
>You give your thanks and gladly accept the job.
>They were giving you a place to sleep after all.

>"Good. It seems my work here is done. A room will be prepared for you tomorrow."
>You feel so happy you could cry.
>Tia isn't even trying to hold back her tears of joy.
>"Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!..."
>She keeps hugging you tighter and tighter.
>She has effectively cut off your air supply.
>The queen giggles at this display of affection
>"Careful honey. He needs to breathe too."
>Tia loosens her grasp but doesn't let you go.
>You take advantage of your renewed ability to breath.
>The queen starts to walk to the door
>Before she leaves, she turns her head toward you.
>"I will see you both tomorrow for breakfast. And try and to keep the cake off the bed."
>You look at Tia to see what she meant by cake.
>Tia lets you go and presents you a napkin.
Umm, Tia? That's a napkin.
>She rolls her eyes and opens it up.
>Sitting in the frost covered napkin sit a good slice of cake.
>"I told you I would bring you something."
>You take the napkin in your hand and take a bit out of the cake.
>It is delicious!
>Ten times better than a banana.
>You continue to devour the treat while Tia gets ready for bed.
>You lick your fingers, savoring the sweet sweet taste of frosting.
>You start to feel a little tired yourself.
>Looking around, you don't see another place to sleep.
>You find a comfortable spot on the floor and try to fall asleep.
>"Anon, what are you doing.
>You look up to Tia.
I'm just getting ready to sleep.
>She crosses her legs in a huff.
>"Not down there you're not. Get your flank up here. You are not about to sleep on the floor."
>You feel your blood rush to your face.
>The look on her face tells you that you don't have a choice.
>You crawl up on the bed and slide under the covers.
>Tia pulls you in close with a hug.
>"Goodnight Anon."
Goodnight Tia.