Anon/Fluttershy 10

>It had been 3 days since you returned to Fluttershy.

>You both made it a point to visit Ponyville together at least once a day.

>You wanted the citizens to know that you are here to stay and that they have nothing to fear in you.

>Public displays of affection from Fluttershy were often.

>She wanted everypony to know that you were her special somepony, no matter what.

 

>Today you and Fluttershy were to visit the library.

>You needed something to do in your down time and a book or two seemed like the best plan.

>Perhaps an epic poem of sorts.

>Maybe they have a ponified version of the Odyssey, Beowulf, or the Divine Comedy.

>You would probably squee with joy like Fluttershy if such a thing were to exist.

>You do recall Twilight mentioning Tartartus to you before.

>Unless it's a comepletely different place compared to Earth, there's no doubt in you mind such a book would exist.

 

>You and Fluttershy entered the library together.

>The first one you met was Spike, Twilights assistant.

>He was a little baby dragon, not much taller than about 2 feet.

>Twilight had told him of your monstrous strength compared to some of the ponies and also about your magic resistance to rival that of an adult dragon.

 

>You never recall showing any kind of super strength.

>Your magic resistance is very odd too, but you just chalk it up to being from a non-magic world.

>He had eventually warmed up to you and now one of your best friends.

>Even though Twilight is still very suspicious of you and your intentions, she allows you to come around.

--

>"Anon! What are you doing here?"

>You crouch down and hold your hand down low for a "high five" from Spike.

"How's it going Spike."

>He slaps you hand.

 

>That was a concept that he took a little bit to grasp onto at first.

>You tried to give him a textbook explanation of what it was.

"It's used as a greeting or to congratulate a good friend."

>He understood, but laughed at you for thinking he was over the simpleton way of doing things.

>At least he's not so smart he doesn't have any common sense.

>Unlike Twilight who was always over-thinking the smallest problem.

 

>"Hey Spike I have a favor to ask you."

>"Anything you need buddy."

>You explained to him each of the three books you wanted.

>You asked if they had anything in stock that was remotely similar.

 

>"Uh... I don't think so Anon. You would have to ask Twilight."

"Damn it."

>You really don't want to speak to Twilight.

>You had learned in the past few days that she took her job as a scholar WAY too seriously.

>She felt she needed to document everything.

>And since you were an unknown in this world, she naturally took an interest in you.

 

"Well that sucks."

>You think for a minute.

"Do you mind if we just look around then?"

>"No problem Anon!"

>You rub his head and walk off with Fluttershy.

--

>You browse the library with Fluttershy.

"So what would you like to read sometime?"

>"Oh, I don't really mind."

 

>There's that Fluttershy you used to know.

>She started calming down when you came back and was going back to her shy ways, but still remained confident in herself.

>She still didn't like speaking to strangers.

>Or speaking loud at all.

>But when the situation calls, she will not be walked over.

>She says that when your around, she gets a huge confidence boost.

>You try to think by what she means by that.

>Either because she loves you and you give her the strength to go beyond her shyness, or she uses your bad reputation and towering height to intimidate the other ponies.

>It was probably the former, but you got a chuckle out of the latter.

 

"Now don't you be pulling that. I'm the shy and indecisive one remember?"

>She giggled at that.

>It's true after all.

>Just because you were making more visits to Ponyville with Fluttershy at your side, you had the same fear of talking to random strangers as Fluttershy.

>You also very indecisive and usually didn't care about most things.

 

>Fluttershy could ask what you want for dinner.

>"I don't care," is all you would respond with.

>You could ask Fluttershy if she wanted to go for a walk or go sit by the pond.

>"I'll do what you want, if that's okay," would be her response.

>You consistently irritated each other like this but it was always fun.

--

>You had pulled a few books out and placed them on a table.

>A few topics had piqued your interest as you looked around.

>Your fascination with the moon and stars naturally drew you to a book on Astronomy.

>Equestrian folklore was another interesting topic.

>A book on Equestrian myths and another on the history of Equestria drew your attention as well.

>Geez, you were almost as much as a scholar as Twilight, just not obsessed.

 

>You contemplate checking them all out, but you didn't bring a bag from home to carry anything with.

>You should only settle with one for now, and that should be something you can share with Fluttershy.

>Since neither of you can decide on something, you're just gonna have to risk something she may or may not like.

>Even if you don't like it yourself.

 

"Meh... screw it."

>You grab a copy of Daring Do and the Griffon's Goblet from the pile.

>Looks like Indiana Jones, must be Indiana Jones.

>You don't know how Fluttershy feels about suspense and action stories, but it was worth finding out.

>You spin around with the book in hand and walk straight into Twilight.

--

>'Oh crap'

"Hey Twilight."

>You act as cool as you can, but you know this unicorn is insane.

>She is after all trying to get you to submit to experiments and study.

>You also recall a story from Spike of how she fucking snapped because she was a little tardy submitting a report to her mentor.

 

"Sorry about that. I didn't know you were standing there."

>"Oh that's okay Anon. Are you finding everything okay?"

>She eyes the pile of books on the table behind you.

>You feel very uncomfortable right now.

>You like Twilight, and you want to make amends for the trouble caused before.

>She doesn't trust you a bit and is always sticking her nose in every little thing you do.

 

"Yes I did, thank you."

>You step past her but stop immediately.

"Oh wait I almost forgot!"

>You proceed to explain the books you explained to Spike a few minutes earlier.

>She grew even more suspcious.

>What did she think you had some malicious plan that had to do with learning these sort of things?

 

>"No we don't. Sorry Anon. Your best bet would be to try that book on Equestrian myths on the table there."

"Yeah I kind of figured... Thanks anyways."

>You go back to grab the myth book and continue back towards the front.

>You'll just have to come back for the history and astronomy books another time.

"Nice to see you Twilight."

 

>You go up to the front counter to check out the books.

>Spike happily obliges you.

>You call out for Fluttershy.

"Hey Fluttershy, it's time to go!"

 

>You spot Fluttershy walking out of the children's section of the library.

>Well now you know what she likes.

>Daring Do probably won't be as sweet as some of those other books, but hopefully she will enjoy it.

--

>Check one down for the library trip.

>Next on the list: visit Rarity.

>She said she had a surprise for you.

 

>You and Fluttershy walk through town together.

>You hear the whispers and laughs of the other ponies.

>You don't care so much of what they think of you, but what about Fluttershy?

>You look over to see Fluttershy walking tall and proud next to you.

>You know she's happy to be with you.

>She has told you many times when you expressed your concern about the other ponies' gossip.

>But in the back of your mind you feel like its just a facade.

 

>Your slight fear of strangers causes you to walk with your hands in your pockets and eyes toward the ground.

>Maybe if you didn't look interested, the other ponies would not see a reason to talk to you.

>At least on earth you just needed headphones with no music and you could avoid conversation that way.

 

>In your peripherals you saw somepony standing in your path.

>You look up to spot a mint green pony with a light grey mane standing in front of you with a smile.

>You make eye contact and return the smile.

>She opens her mouth to speak, but a cream-colored pony with a dark blue mane ran up and snatched her away before she could get a word out.

>Your smile dropped into a frown.

"Oh... Alright then."

>You continue your walk to the Carousel Boutique.

>You tend to mind your manners around Rarity, and it would be rude to keep her waiting all day.

--

>The tinkling of the door bell signaled your entrance.

>Rarity was standing at the front counter.

>Shouldn't she be working in the back?

>What ever she has in store for you is more important than whatever orders she was probably backed up on.

 

>"Fluttershy! Anonymous! Welcome darlings!"

"Good afternoon Rarity. Fluttershy tells me you have a gift for me today?"

>"I most certainly do you wonderful stallion!"

>And with that she takes off into another room.

>Fluttershy doesn't seem to mind your's and Rarity's little exchanges.

>She knows you're just playing into Rarity's flirty and classy personality.

 

"So do I get any hints on what it is?"

>"Sorry, I told her I wouldn't say anything."

"It's probably the clothes I ordered last week. She said it'll be about a week or two before they would be done."

>Fluttershy didn't say anything.

>She looked up at you and you looked down at her.

>You passed a smile back and forth.

>Her gaze drifted from you to somewhere behind you.

>You saw her eyes grow wide and she gave out a shriek.

--

>There was a loud growl.

>All of a sudden you vision went black.

>You were just devoured by a large monster.

>You yell and squirm, trying to get away.

>You eventually break through the beast's stomach and roll clear.

 

>You stand up and take a battle stance.

"Have at thee beast!"

>You charge the monster and tackle it.

>You go right through it and land on the other side, with a surprise in your arms.

 

>Make that three.

"To kill such a horrifying beast, one must destroy its many hearts until it stops squirming!"

>You bring your hands up in a menacing fashion.

>Screams of terror fill the boutique as you bring your claws down into the three little fillies lying on the floor in front of you.

--

>Cries of laughter fill the boutique.

>There was your laughter, Fluttershy's, and the Cutie Mark Crusaders'.

>You tickle the little fillies right in the belly.

>Ponies sure love a good belly rub.

>But only 2 hands vs 3 fillies can only get you so far.

 

>Sweetie Belle had slipped away and ran around the side.

>She hopped on the counter behind you and dove.

>She let out a terrifying war cry as she flew through the air.

>She landed on your head and covered your eyes with her hooves.

 

>Now blinded, the other 2 fillies have their chance to escape.

>They backed up and charged right for you, hitting you simultaneously square in the chest and knocking you over.

 

"Aww... looks like you got me this time."

"Hurk... blagh..."

>You preteded to die, threw your arms up and stuck your tongue out.

 

>They stood on your chest triumphantly.

>"CUTIE MARK CRUSADER MONSTER HUNTERS WIN AGAIN!"

>You laugh and sit up, pushing all three of them into your lap.

>You gave them all a big group hug.

>You loved these little fillies.

 

>They were among the first from the general population to accept you as a citizen of Ponyville.

>They didn't see you as a monster, but a mistreated outcast like themselves.

>They had told you of the ridicule they suffered from their lack of a cutie mark.

>They had also been the ones to explain to you what a cutie mark really was.

>And here you thought they were just tattoos.

>The Cutie Mark Crusaders were also the only ones you allowed to call you a monster, and only if you were playing a game.

--

"So what is that, 2-1 your lead?"

>"It sure is!" exclaimed Applebloom.

>"We're getting really good at this!" Scootaloo shouted excitedly.

"Sweetie Belle saved you on that one."

>You grab Sweetie Belle and messed up her mane.

"Your a slippery little ninjapony."

>She blushed.

>"Thanks Mr. Anonymous. Now can you please put me down? Your messing up my mane."

>You set her back down on the floor.

 

>"Sweetie Belle!"

>Everyone jumped and turned towards the back room where Rarity was standing in the doorway.

>"You better pick up this mess right now missy!"

"Uh oh. Looks like were in trouble."

>You push the fillies off you and stand.

>The blanket, mop bucket, and broom they used as a costume was in a pile in the center of the room.

>It wasn't really a mess, but it's probably best not to piss off Rarity.

 

"Sorry girls. We'll play later okay?"

>"Okay Mr. Anonymous! We'll see you later!"

>They grabbed their makeshift costume and ran upstairs.

>You don't really like being called 'Mr. Anonymous' but they hold a great deal of respect for you than to simply call you Anon.

--

"Well then,"

>You clap your hands once.

"Rarity, you find what you wanted?"

>"Yes I did Anon. I'm sure you will absolutely love it!"

>She levitated over a small paper-wrapped gift.

>It's definitely not the order of clothes from before.

"What is it?"

>"I am not going to spoil the surprise for you darling. Just open it!"

 

>You tear apart the wrapping paper and pull out your gift.

>Its a black, long-sleeved shirt.

>On the front is the face of a grey wolf in front of a large moon.

>In the background is the silohouette of another wolf on a cliff howling at the moon with a few pine trees on the cliff as well.

>The empty black spaces on the front of you arms and chest contained some scattered white dots to represent stars.

>On the back of your shoulders are the words "Lone Wolf" in a U shape going across your upper back.

 

>Damn Rarity and her gossip.

>Fluttershy must tell her everything about you.

>Of course you can't expect anything different from her.

>She's like a teenage girl who just got her first boyfriend.

>Well you are of course but that's besides the point.

 

>Aside from the minor information leak, this is an amazing gift.

>You fold the shirt up and set it down.

>You walk over to Rarity and give her a tight hug.

"Thank you."

>"You're quite welcome darling."

 

>"Anon there's one other thing."

"What's that?"

>"Fluttershy says you are looking for a job to try and pay for a bigger house. If you want, there's a position I think you could fill here if you would like."

>Damn those weekly spa days...

--

>You glance over at Fluttershy with an annoyed look on your face.

>She smiles and rubs the back of her head with a nervous laugh.

>"Heheh..."

>You suppose it's not a big deal.

>You never told her to keep anything a secret.

>And you were looking for a job after all.

>And what good would it do to keep that a secret?

>However you did want to try to find one yourself.

>But if it comes to you, that's probably just as good.

 

"Yeah I am, actually."

>"Splendid! I think I have the perfect place for you!"

>Her face is growing increasingly excited.

"What's that?"

>"Well, you know how much I enjoy your music, right?"

"Yeah?"

>"Well I was just wondering. Could you sit outside the boutique and play to attract business?"

"So advertising, right?"

>"Well yes. But it would also make this place a little more fun to work in if I had music."

"Uhm... I don't know."

 

>What are you saying?

>It's a job opportunity and you're thinking of denying it?

>"Anonymous, darling, if you're worried about the other ponies, don't be. You wouldn't be doing anything wrong. And also they would probably be curious enough to walk over and listen! You may even make a few bits on the side from tips!"

>Crap.

>All very valid reasons to take the job.

>You would be pretty stupid to deny it now.

"Sure I'll give it a shot."

>Rarity squeed with joy and gave you a hug.

 

>You and Fluttershy gave your thanks and goodbyes as you left the boutique.

--

>"Please don't be mad at me."

"What?"

>You stop and look at Fluttershy.

>"I'm sorry I told her those things."

"Why would you be sorry? I never asked you to keep them a secret."

>You give her a quick kiss on the cheek.

>She perked up instantly.

"Don't worry about it. I know your excited about being in a relationship. I don't expect anything different."

>She was relieved.

>You picked her up and put her on your back piggy-back style.

>She laughed and pretended to be riding you as if a human was riding a horse.

>A little ironic you thought.

 

>She was like a child.

>And this didn't bother you in the least.

>She was a child at play, but a mother at home.

>She was always looking to take care of you in every way.

>Once you tripped and scraped you knee on a walk.

>She was there in a heartbeat to look after you.

>It was only a scratch, but she took it to heart.

>And the others said she was corrupt?

>Whatever they were talking about, you couldn't see it.

--

>You and Fluttershy needed to stop at the market to get some more groceries.

>Being away for a few days and eating next to nothing caused you to eat over half of her stores in a single night.

>Also she was out of waffle mix, and you were NOT about to go without that for any amount of time.

>You would need to stop at Sugarcube Corner to pick up the mix, but there's a few ingredients you need from the market.

 

>Main ingredient: Cherries.

>Cherry waffles, cherry pie, cherry-flavored drinks, you name it.

>You were about to buy out the entire stall if you could help it.

>Fluttershy was a little aprehensive about going to the cherry stall at first.

>She told you how the vendor tried to take advantage of her th last time she was there by making her pay 10 bits for a single cherry.

>Oh hell no.

>You would let Fluttershy make the deal as the vendor will probably run if you approached him alone.

>Plus with you there, she will have nothing to worry.

>You can put that guy in his place just by being there.

--

>"That'll be 25 bits."

>'You son of a bitch...'

>25 bits for 10 cherries?

>That's insane!

>You stood to the side to watch Fluttershy work.

>Fluttershy was trying to argue with him, but he wasn't having any of it.

 

>"I won't give you anymore than 15 bits for these cherries."

>"It's 25 bits miss. Take it or leave it."

>You agreed with Fluttershy.

>2.5 bits each?

>Granted they were some pretty big cherries.

>Something like three times the size of Earth cherries.

>But that was still outrageous.

 

>Fluttershy was trying, but this guy was a real prick.

>You decide to step in.

>All you do is simply walk over and crouch down next to Fluttershy.

>You speak with the most commanding voice you can muster.

"Fifteen bits. You are not getting anything more. I don't suppose you have a problem with that?"

>It worked.

>The vendor immediately backed down and stammered as he spoke.

>"Oh... uh n-no s-sir. Fifteen bits is a g-good p-price."

>He handed over a bag of 10 cherries and you tossed your money on the counter.

"Much appreciated sir. You have a good day now."

>You stand and walk away with Fluttershy, bag of cherries in hand.

 

>"I'm sorry. I tried but he wasn't listening."

"Don't worry about it. He's just trying to rob you. I can't stand for that."

>She smiled up at you and hugged your leg.

>"I love you."

--

>You had arrived at Sugarcube Corner.

>You held the front door open for Fluttershy.

"Ladies first."

>She smiled and walked on through.

>You followed, but something was wrong.

>Pinkie Pie wasn't at the front counter.

>That's wierd.

>The door bell should've caused her to spring up immediately.

>You call out to her.

"Hey Pink- Ah!"

>"HEY ANON!"

>She threw her face in front of yours.

>So close your eyes were milimeters apart.

>You jumped back in total surprise.

>She was hanging upside down from the ceiling.

>This is the one pony who can defy whatever laws of physics apply in Equestria.

 

>You are clutching your chest, trying to prevent the impending heart attack.

"Pinkie Pie..."

>You are breathing hard.

"Please... Please don't... do that..."

>"Okie dokie lokie!"

>She turned over and fell to the floor.

>Her hooves squeaked as she landed.

 

>"Are you here for that party yet?"

>You finally calmed down.

"No Pinkie. Actually, do you have any waffle mix for sale?"

>You didn't even finish before she was gone and back with a box with a waffle on the front.

>"I sure do, you silly filly!"

>You snatch the box from her.

"Freakin' sweet."

--

>"Sweet! You're a riot Anon!"

>Okay that wasn't really a joke, but alright.

"So how much for the box?"

>"Five bits!"

>Ouch.

>The cherry deal alone put a large dent in your wallet.

>And after the other groceries, you weren't left with much.

>But it's totally worth it.

>With Fluttershy's amazing cooking skills, and about a weeks worth of waffle mix to split between the two of you, it's a damn good deal.

 

>You look past Pinkie and spot Fluttershy quietly perusing the bakery's many options.

>You walk up behind her with Pinkie and crouch down.

"See anything you like?"

>She fliched, not expecting to be talked to.

>"Oh, um... no that's okay."

>Wrong answer.

>You and Pinkie began pointing out everything that looked appetizing.

>Pinkie was actually going down the row pointing out everything, but that's just Pinkie.

>Gummy bears, chocolate/peanut butter bunnies, ice cream cakes, cherry pie, almond fudge-

>Pie...

>You stopped yourself and began to drool.

>You can't remember the last time you ever had a warm cherry pie.

 

>Fluttershy and Pinkie Pie stared at you like you were insane.

>Fluttershy looked to Pinkie.

>"I think we're gonna get that pie as well."

>"You got it Fluttershy!"

>Pinkie Pie zipped behind the counter and pulled the pie from the display.

>You drop the box on the counter.

--

>Pinkie drop them in a bag and handed them over the counter, along with 5 bits.

"Whoa, whoa, whoa... what? What's with the money? I thought we were supposed to pay you?"

>"You silly filly! Don't you remember? I never payed you for those berries before! And I did promise you a free treat didn't I?"

>Ah...

>Yes she did...

>Yes she did...

 

"Pinkie Pie... You are now my best friend."

>She gave you a smile so big you thought she was gonna tear her face.

>"Of course I am! I try to be everyponies' best friend!"

>Yes she does.

>She's been trying to throw you a party but you've been denying one for a while.

>"I don't like going to parties" was your reason.

>It's only a matter of time before you are forced into it.

>Either by Pinkie Pie or Fluttershy.

>You recall Fluttershy telling you they were not optional.

>So what was Pinkie doing accepting your rejections?

--

>It was getting pretty late.

>You gave a very gracious hug and a kiss on the top of the head to Pinkie and left with Fluttershy.

>You now had 2 bags of food and 2 books to carry home.

>Fluttershy offered to carry something.

"No I got it."

>You only held on to this belief until you got out of ponyville.

"Okay my arm hurts now. Please take something!"

>Fluttershy giggles and took the bag of cherries from you.

>The lightest thing you had.

"Aww come on... Really?"

>She laughed.

>"Is my big, strong Anon having trouble carrying a few books and some food?"

>Oh she did not just insult your masculinity...

>Time to man up and get home... quickly...

>These bags feel like theyre cutting into your hand though.

 

>You finally make it home and run to the kitchen.

>You drop the food and books on the counter and start flailing your left hand around.

"Owowowow! How is it that a pie and a box of waffle mix are so heavy!"

>Fluttershy casually walks in after you and sets the cherries ever so gingerly on the counter.

>She can't help but laugh at your child-like behavior.

>"Let me have a look."

>You wimper and hold out your hand, palm up.

>It's a little red, but no cuts.

>She gives your hand a kiss.

>"Does that feel better?"

>You respond with a smart remark and a smile.

"Thank you, mommy."

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