Anon in Equestria - Chapter 5

Chapter 5

 

"What the hell did you just say?"

>Crimson gives you a spiteful look.

>"I said: 'The voice.'"

>Pinkie's eyes meet yours.

>You can tell she's just as surprised as you are.

 

>You had heard a voice in your car before you crashed and woke up in Equestria.

>The only reason the ponies found you was because Pinkie had heard a voice, too.

>It told her where you would be, and she made the journey to Manehattan to find you accompanied by Twilight and Applejack.

>Only a few hours ago you had heard the voice once more, in your dream.

>It said that you had been brought here for a reason.

>Now one of the ponies who have been trying to kill your new friends because of their inquiry into the kidnapping of the princesses is telling you he's been taking orders from the same voice.

 

>You think back to the stories Twilight told you.

"Pinkie, could the voice be... Discord?"

>"No, Anon. I didn't recognize it at all. It's definitely not Discord.

 

>Crimson Clover laughs.

>"Discord?! That's ridiculous. The voice is much bigger than that comical 'spirit of chaos'. Why would I do the bidding of Discord?"

"Okay, Crimson. What do you know about the voice?"

 

>Crimson's eyes glaze over.

>"When he spoke to me I knew I was nothing compared to him. He is something bigger than me, the gods, even this world. He gave me the task of removing the Princesses from their positions of power, and I knew I could not comprehend how important this task was, or how much of an honor it was to be chosen by him. I am the leader of a dominant criminal group of Canterlot known as the SRUS; They don't question me and I don't question the voice. After months of planning, we succeeded in capturing Celestia and Luna without too much difficulty. The problems came afterward when Celestia's student and her five friends decided to investigate.They weren't getting anywhere fast, but they were relentless, and we didn't have a long term plan. I ordered some of my men to kill them, but they escaped and left Canterlot. I couldn't take any risks. I led a group to deal with them before they could come back to continue their search. You know the rest."

 

>That was more than you asked for.

>He must be willingly giving up information now.

 

>"But, how do you NOT know where the princesses are?" Twilight asks desperately.

>"I decided that information should be kept secret from me while I was away from Canterlot. You know, in case I get interrogated by a zebra that makes truth potions."

"One last question, Crimson.... How do you know about humans?"

>He smiles maliciously.

>Creepy fucker.

>"The voice told me about you, Anon. He told me you were very important."

"That's all he told you?"

>Crimson just smiles and nods.

 

>After that, Twilight decides it's time to leave.

>You'll be bringing Crimson with you to Ponyville; after what he's told you, it's the only option.

>If you let him go, he'd continue hunting you.

>At first you object to the idea of untying him, but he's not much of a threat without magic, and Pinkie assures you that she could chase him down if he runs off.

 

>In a few minutes, you're saying goodbye to Zecora and setting off for Ponyville.

>As you walk, Twilight goes over her new plan.

>"We don't know where the princesses are, but we do have their leader. We could make a trade with-"

>"They're not going to trade the princesses for me!" Crimson growls, "My men know that my orders are more important than me. They would rather watch me die than disobey me."

"The truth potion has worn off, Twilight. Anything he says now will be to keep us from finding Celestia and Luna-"

>Crimson interrupts.

>"You can't even approach my men without being shot at. They're objective is to kill you."

"You were just telling us that the... 'SRUS' don't question your orders. If you order them to-"

>"Don't you understand? Capturing the princesses was the most important thing we've ever done. I know it, and my men know it. They won't give them up for me, and I won't order them to."

 

>Twilight looks uneasy, now.

"We'll have plenty of time to think about this when we get to town."

>Pinkie smiles.

>"Yes, let's talk about something other than being blown apart by crazy, voice worshipping, kidnapper p0nies. Like cupcakes, or funny words, or parties! Oh, Anon, I have to throw you a big party when we get home. I can introduce you to all my other friends: Lyra, and Bon Bon, and Derpy, Cranky, Matilda, Dr Whooves, Mr Cake, Mrs Cake, Pound Cake, Pumpkin Cake, Octavia, Vinyl, my alligator Gummy, and of course Rainbow Dash, Fluttershy, and Rarity."

"Haha, do you know every p0ny in P0nyville?"

>"Yes!"

>...

"So, Applejack, I was wonddering if you had room on your farm for me to stay. I could help you out with your work."

>"Uh, sure, I'd be happy to have ya. I'd have to run it by Granny Smith and Big Macintosh, but I'm sure it's not a problem. I can find some work for ya to do."

"I'll do whatever I can to help."

 

>It's not long before the thatched rooves of P0nyville come into sight.

>You come to the top of a hill and see the entirety of the town for the first time.

>It's a little bigger than you expected.

>Dozens of two story cottages cover the flat landscape.

>It looks like a cheerful place, even when illuminated by the eerie glow of the half-moon.

 

>Ponies smile and wave as your group makes it's way to the library.

>You get some looks from passers-by, but it's just innocent curiosity.

>Pinkie points out significant buildings as you walk, like Sugarcube Corner, the town hall, and the school.

>"...and that's the library, where Twilight lives. It's also a giant tree-"

>You're caught by surprise when the door suddenly swings open.

>"Twilight!" shouts a tiny purple dragon as he runs toward her.

>Twilight picks him up with magic and pulls him into a loving embrace.

>"Oh, Spike. I'm so sorry I left on such short notice. Have you been okay?"

>"Okay? I've been sleeping in, and eating whatever I want, and..." he trails off when he sees Twilight's disapproving look. "Uh, yes, I've been okay. I just missed you."

>"I missed you too." She gives him another hug.

>Awww.

>They break apart and Spike sees you.

>"Woah, what are you?"

>"Spike, that's rude. This is Anon. He's a human."

"Nice to meet you, Spike."

>"Nice to meet you, Anon. And nice to meet you..." Spike extends a clawed hand to shake Crimson's hoof.

>Crimson ignores him.

>"Spike, this is Crimson. He's our prisoner."

>Spike jumps back.

>"Oh. Right, okay, well... I'll be over here." he hides behind Twilight.

 

>You all enter the library.

>It is, indeed, a giant tree.

>Shelves filled with books line the round wall.

>A small table sits at the center of the room.

>One staircase leads up to the second floor, and another leads to the basement.

>A white mare you recognize to be Rarity greets Twilight, Applejack, and Pinkie Pie with a hug when they come in.

>"Twilight! Applejack! It's marvelous to see you. Pinkie Pie, my dear, what happened to you? Did you get in a fight?'

>"I'm fine, Rarity."

>The door slams open once more.

>A rainbow maned pegasus and a yellow pegasus fall through it onto the floor.

>"Where the HAY were you?!" Rainbow Dash shouts, picking herself up off the ground. "We've been flying around looking for you guys for the last two days!"

>Fluttershy nods angrily. "And it's not easy in the dark! I've been so worrie-"

>She sees you and stops mid-sentence, blushing.

>Rainbow and Rarity are staring at you, too.

>Twilight breaks the silence. "Take a seat, everyp0ny. I'll explain everything."

 

>Twilight, Pinkie, Applejack, and you tell the whole story, beginning with Pinkie hearing the voice in her head.

>When your finished the only sound in the room is Spike snoring.

>Rarity is the first to speak. "So, with this ruffian as our prisoner, we're much closer to finding the princesses and ending this nonsense, right?"

>Applejack responds. "I hope so, Rarity, but I wouldn't get yer hopes up. These 'SRUS' ponies won't give in without a fight."

>All eyes turn to Crimson.

>"What's 'SRUS' mean, anyway?" Pinkie asks.

>Crimson smirks condescendingly. "The society for the restoration of Unicorn Supremacy."

>Pinkie bursts into laughter.

>"Bahahahaha! Ha, Unicorn Supremacy?" she suddenly puts on a serious face. "That's racist!"

>After the violence and conspiracy stuff you've seen in Equestria, a racist pony terrorist group/cult doesn't surprise you.

>Okay, it still kinda surprises you.

 

>Crimson is locked up in the library basement, and you're preparing to leave with everyone else.

>Rarity asks where you're going.

"Applejack was kind enough to offer me the guest room on the farm."

>Rarity looks at you with a constrained expression.

"Is there something you wanted to say?"

>"No. Well... yes. Um, were you really considering walking around town looking like that? I'm sorry, that sounded so rude, but you simply must let me clean you up, fix your hair, make you new clothes..."

"You would do that for me?"

>Rarity smiles. "Of course, dear. I just want to help."

>You head over to Carousel Boutique with Rarity.

>It's a clothing shop that doubles as her home.

>Also it looks like a giant carousel.

>"Now, when was the last time you showered, Anon? No offense, but there is dirt and... ew, is that dried blood on your face? Go upstairs and wash up. I'll be down here when your finished."

>You hear Rarity humming as you walk upstairs.

>Her bathroom is very clean and it smells good.

>You get the water running and undress while it heats up.

>You catch your reflection again in the mirror before it fogs up.

>Rarity was right, you look terrible.

>Dirty face, uneven burnt hair, filthy torn clothes, etc.

>You get under the running water and, fuck it feels good.

>You spend at least 20 minutes letting the water massage your scalp before remembering you're supposed to be cleaning yourself.

>You wash your entire body four times, because the first time turned the water brown.

>Gross.

>Rarity's 'Mane and Tail' shampoo smells like Rarity; Rarity smells like the best thing ever.

>Mmmmmbbgghhhaalalaga.

 

>You step out of the shower smelling like the best thing ever.

>You have never felt this clean.

>Putting on your dirty clothes would undo everything, so you wrap a big towel around your waist and go downstairs.

 

>"Anon! It's about time. You were up there for almost an hour."

"Sorry, Rarity."

>"Oh, no need to apologize. I, too, appreciate a good shower. And it really made a difference! Now, take off that towel and sit over here, and we'll do something about your hair."

"Take off the towel?"

>"Is there a problem?"

"I know ponies don't normally wear clothes, but I'm used to covering up... myself."

>"Oh, of course. I do apologize. I completely understand your need for decency. Come, sit down."

>Rarity sits you down in front of a mirror and examines your hair.

>The blast from the magic laser left barely half an inch on one side.

 

>"Oh, my. I'm not really used to cutting short manes- er, hair, but I'll do my best."

>She gets to work.

>"I hope you trust me. I mainly concern myself with designing clothes, but I do love to work with all kinds of fashion."

"Do whatever you want with my hair, at least it will look better than before."

>She laughs.

>"I wish Rainbow Dash had that attitude. Her mane is always a mess, but I suppose that's what you get from flying around at supersonic speeds. There's nothing more frustrating than when she denies my requests, but she's quite stubborn. Applejack, too. Imagine what I could do with her golden mane..."

>Rarity goes on and on about her secret passion for hair styling until she's finished with yours.

>"well... what do you think?"

>She swivels you around to look in the mirror and your jaw drops.

>She has completely salvaged your precious hair.

>It's shorter than you'd like, but that was unavoidable.

>Rarity awaits your reaction nervously.

"It's perfect! I can't believe what you did. Great success! How can I repay you?"

>"Repay me? I haven't had this much fun in years! Working with ponies gets old, I mean, I made a wig for a donkey once, but this is completely different! I expect regular visits from you in the future."

"Of course! As long as I'm in Equestria, I'll come to you for haircuts and clothing."

>Rarity's sudden excitement comes out in the form of a crazy giggle.

>Sweet zombie jesus, she's gone insane.

>"Oh, Celestia, I forgot about the clothes. I love clothes."

>Rarity is best pone.