My Dream of Luna

So I woke up this morning, and immediately started writing down the dream I had last night. It was only a very short part in this particular dream, but everything else is unrelated to ponies. The majority of this is very true, except I had to add a few pieces of dialog and make a few things ponified so it fits the theme. But that's dreams for ya.

This is also completely unrelated to my Anon/Fluttershy story.

Enjoy.

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>You were sitting there, a brush in hand.

>Painting the cityscape skyline standing defiant against the evening sky.

>The ponies of Fillydelphia were starting to fall asleep with the setting sun.

>As the city went to sleep, new life began to spring up.

>The ponies of the night flocked to the various clubs and dance scenes that were scattered around the city.

 

>The sun was now gone, leaving no light to continue your painting.

>You packed the canvas, paint, and brushes into you backpack.

>You sling it over your shoulders and began the walk home.

>The young ponies were all dressed up and ready to party.

>They were running around the city, looking for the best spot.

 

>You are not into the whole 'club scene'.

>Instead, there is one particular theatre that you love to go to.

>'The Celestia Theatres' it was called.

>You like to come here one night a week for the Astral showings.

>The movies usually weren't as action-packed or exciting as the ones played during the day.

>For this reason, most ponies only came to the theatre during the day.

>But there was a special charm about the night showings that the day showings didn't have.

>For one, it was WAY more relaxing as there weren't nearly as many ponies who came to see them, which left the theatre pretty empty.

>There was also a certain pony that worked the theatre at night that you liked, but could never muster the courage to tell her.

 

>It was pretty late, and you just happened to pass the theatre on the way home.

>You had to work tomorrow, but you think you can spare to lose a few hours of sleep.

>You enter the theatre and walk up to the counter.

>There was nopony watching the lobby.

>You could hear the sounds of a television and can see the shadow of the proprieter against the wall around the corner.

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"Excuse me?"

>No answer.

>You clear your throat and speak a little louder.

"Excuse me, miss?"

>You can hear the shuffling and groans as she makes her way around the corner.

>Up to the counter walks that magnificent, midnight blue alicorn.

>Her mane flowed without wind and looked like dark blue, translucent star dust with small stars interspersed throughout.

>The nametag on her chest revealed her name to be 'Luna'.

 

>"Yeah? Oh, it's you. But it's not the Astral showing tonight."

"Yeah I know. I just thought it would be a good night to see a movie."

>She stared at you with a straight face.

>She was obviously unhappy about being here.

"C-can I ask what's showing tonight?"

>She looks past you at the poster on the wall.

>"You could, or you can check that poster there."

>She points behind you and you turn around.

"Oh yeah... Sorry. I didn't notice it."

>It was some fantasy thriller that you had already seen.

>But whatever, you're already here.

 

"Right. May I please get a ticket?"

>She sighed and punched a key on the register.

>"That'll be 18 bits."

>18 bits for a movie ticket?

>That just ain't right.

 

>You dug through you coinpurse, and found 23 bits.

>More than enough, but something was wrong.

"Alright. But first I have to ask, why are you so upset?"

>"What?"

>You shake your head.

"I know for fact it's not 18 bits for a ticket. So I want to know, why are you overcharging me?"

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>"Because we need the money, that's why. All the ponies want to come and hang out during the day where all the good movies are shown. You think I like watching these crappy fantasy and romance films all night, every night?"

>Ouch.

"I'm sorry."

>"Don't be."

"But why don't you just show more horror movies or something?"

>"Because ponies are too scared to come see them. And the other movies are too lame for anypony to even want to watch them."

 

"So why don't you just show more movies like in the day?"

>"Because my sister won't let me!"

>She was growing increasingly irritated by your questions.

>"There's a set style with the movies we show, and I am forced to work the night shift, else my sister relieves me of my part in the theatre, and kicks me out!"

>Oh shit.

>You didn't mean to start a whole rant.

>You just wanted to know.

 

"I'm sorry. I didn't mean to make you so angry."

>She lets out a sigh and begins to calm down.

>"It's just stressful. You are the only pony who actually enjoys being here. The others who come are couples and nopony wants to talk to me..."

>You just realized that this is the first conversation that you've ever held with her beyond the simple ordering of a ticket and snacks.

>You had no idea she was so depressed.

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>At that moment, you see two ponies walk past the window of the small lobby.

>They look in and see you.

>You wave at them and they wave back excitedly.

>They motion for you to come outside.

>You shake your head and motion for them to come to you.

>Luna sighed, and walked around the counter.

>She thought they were motioning to her.

>You hold your hand out in front of her to stop her from leaving.

"They meant me. Just  give it a second. They will come to us."

 

>Sure enough, they ran around and came in through the double doors.

>The two mares were friends of yours.

>"Anonymous!" the first said. "Where have you been, man?"

"Work."

>"Forget that!" the second one said. "Come on, lets get out of here. It's time to party!"

>"What are you even doing here at night anyways?" the first one asked. "These movies suck."

>Luna scowled at them.

 

"No thanks. I'm just looking to relax a bit."

>"Whatever man! We're off to hit the town!"

>And they ran out the doors to go find the best party spot they can find.

>You turned back to Luna who was visually angry and depressed.

 

>"They didn't even bother to say hello to me..."

"I'm sure they were just in a hurry."

>She walked back behind the counter.

>"They insulted my movies. My theatre."

"So did you."

>"But they didn't have to say it. They acted like I wasn't even here."

 

>This was true.

>It was very rude of them to act like that.

>That just goes back to a lesson your mother taught you long ago.

>Sometimes it's better to fudge the truth a little or just stay quiet rather than hurt somebody's feelings.

>"Nopony ever wants to just come see me and talk."

"I do."

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>That just slipped out.

>Your urge to help her feel better just betrayed you to reveal your true inentions.

>But it appeared to be a step in the right direction.

>You had caught her undivided attention, as she just stared at you.

 

>"You?"

>Too late to go back now.

"Of course. The main reason I even come here is just for the chance to see you."

>Luna blushed.

>"Well... My my..."

>Your mind is telling you to shut up and stop talking, but your lips keep moving.

>You muttered under your breath, barely audible.

"And I... kind of... sort of... like... you..."

 

>This must have been the right thing to say, as she had perked up her ears and a smile came across her face.

>She gave a little giggle.

>You feel like an idiot.

>You just revealed your feelings to this mare, and she just giggles at you.

>You contemplate walking away with what little dignity you have left.

>But she stops you before you do.

 

>"Do you really mean that?"

>You pick your head up to look at her again.

"Yes," you pause. "I really do."

>"Well, well... I must say that you are the first to ever say such a thing."

>You can't believe what you just heard.

"Wait, what? How is that possible?"

>She shrugged.

>"I guess stallions are just intimidated by me."

 

>That's probably it.

>As beautiful as she was, you can see how that is possible.

>Something about her gave off an eerie feeling when you were near her, but this very feeling attracted you.

>It was only now had you summed up the courage to say anything more than a few words.

>You try to play off like you weren't afraid of her.

"Well they must be crazy to be afraid of a beautiful mare such as yourself.

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>She covered her mouth with her hoof and gave a small laugh.

>You smiled at having accomplished more than what you originally came here for.

>"Well then, you want a ticket to the show tonight? That would be 9 bits please."

"Oh, I'm sorry. We spent so much time talking that I don't believe I would even have enough time to finish the film. I need to get up pretty early for work tomorrow."

>A frown came over her face and she looked down.

>"Oh... Okay..."

 

"However, maybe tomorrow will be better. Can I call you then?"

>She looked up with a smile.

>"I would love it."

"Very well. Now if you will excuse me, I need to get home."

>"Don't you want my number?"

"I don't need a number to know where you're going to be tomorrow night."

>You smile to show her it was only a joke.

 

>She understood and laughed.

"Good night, Miss Luna."

>You bow your head and turn to walk away.

>"Wait! I never did catch your name."

>You stop and turn around.

>You walk back up to the counter and extend your hand over it.

"My name is Anonymous. And it is my pleasure to meet you, miss Luna."

>She meets your handshake with her hoof.

 

>"And mine as well. And please, just call me Luna."

>You nod your head.

"Very well. Good night, Luna."

>"Good night, Anonymous."

>And with that, you take your leave.

>The walk home is quiet.

>You are so deep in thought that you drown out the sounds of the city night life.

>You pray that this is the start of something beautiful.

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This was an actual pony dream about Luna. The only thing I changed was the city, the name of the theatre, and the 2 girls. After I walked away, there was nothing left pony related. I also think that's a good thing as the story ending here is rather beautiful in my opinion.