Forever Young (ch.4)

                                                  By Schwartz

 

>You're walking on air right now.

>What seemed like a recipe for disaster ended in quite possibly the greatest moment of your existence next to getting your Cutie mark.

>Anon was sweet enough to walk you home.

>Such a gentlecolt!

>You talked about a myriad of things.

>A certain drunkard, inconsiderate mooch being one of them.

>"Family is important Cheerilee." He said.

>"But Berry is a grown mare old enough to make her own decisions."

>"You have your own life to live. Either she shapes up or ships the F%#k out!"

>He has a potty mouth,but he's so right!

>When you got home Berry was no where to be found, but you could care less!

>The sun warmly kisses your face as it peeks in through your curtains.

>You awaken with an almost freakish smile.

"Cheerilee's back in the game!"

>You literally dance out of bed to your bathroom.

>Your moves would make Rarity look like a Junior high cheerleader.

>You resist the urge to break out into song whilst twirling into your kitchen.

>Maybe you'll try the egg thing again today!

>You retrieve your favorite pan, and the eggs and butter with more gusto than usual,humming to yourself.

>You don't even hear the front door open and slam.

>You joy hasn't wavered in the slightest.

>Berry drags herself to your table reeking of pungent fragrances your olfactory is quite unfamiliar with.

>She lays her head on your table and groans.

>"Uggggggghhhhhhh..."

>You continue to cook monitoring your breakfast.

>"(Ahem!)UUUUGGGGGGGHHHHH..."

>One of the eggs looks like Anon winking at you!

>Down girl!

>"Are you ignoring me sis?"

>You dance like a ballerina to the cupboard and obtain a plate.

>Your EVERYTHING is overflowing today.

>You feel like you could fight a Hydra!

>Well maybe a baby hydra.

>Berry observes you with a confused look.

>You plate your eggs and lay them on the table.

>berry outstretches her hoof to reel them in like yesterday.

>You quickly lift the plate back up tauntingly.

>Berry fumes and glares at you.

"Only employed ponies get to eat!"

 

>Berry's face drops into a pout.

>"What are you talking about sis...?"

>She lays her head back on the table, and looks as if she's about to cry.

>Cry Cragadile tears that is.

>"I had a rough night last night....plllllleeeeease?"

>Remember what Anon told you.

>It's time to start taking back your life.

"Doing what Berry? Binge drinking and bedding whoever pony you want? It's time to grow up!"

>Berry's head shoots up in offense.

>Time to go on the attack.

"You've been here for three years and have done nothing to better yourself since! You just beg me to cowtow to you and I've had it!"

>Berry narrows her eyes and crosses her forelegs..

"I've carried your dead weight long enough! You spend my bits without a second thought and treat me like the dirt underneath your hooves!"

>Berry and you lock eyes in an intense glaredown.

"You've done a lot for me sis and I greatly appreciate it I really do-"

>Don't go soft now girl!

"-But you're going to contribute something to this household or your sorry flank is out of here!!"

>You point to the door to emphasize your point.

>Your heart is pumping like crazy.

>Your mouth is practically salivating adrenaline.

>It feels good. Really good.

>It's tensely silent between you both,Berry's glare hasn't eased up in the slightest.

>"Who do you think you are...?"

>She gets from the table and slowly trots towards you and gets in your face.

>"What gives you the right CheeriLOSER to tell me of my shortcomings? No established accolades to take pride in. You've never experienced the joys of foalbirth and you probably never will with your deteriorated Ovaries. Do I need to mention Big Mac?"

>You silently listen, suppressing your growing anger.

>"So tell me Cheeriloser...What buffoon got it into your head to betray your flesh and blood like this? What Pony tossed the pathetic schoolteacher a bone and gave her this silly notion that she's better than me?"

>You bite the corner of your mouth.

 

>She sniffs you.

>You back away with a look of disgust.

>"You have a stallion's scent on you. Somepony actually took you? Did they have to dust your hole off of cobwebs? I know it hasn't ever been used little sister. It may as well be a collector's item!"

>You start to see red and tear up a little.

>"That's it isn't it? You get a little DICK and suddenly you're Celestia huh? Well let me break it to you baby sister..."

>She's back in your face with a smug grin.

>"You and me? We're no different. Two peas in the same pod. Birds of a feather!"

>She goes back to the table and retakes her seat.

>"Only difference is that I don't cling to an unattainable dream like some naive deluded filly! Now...give me the BUCKING EGGS."

>You remember this anger.

>It was like the night you and big mac ended it.

>You take a deep breath and snort.

"you and I are leagues different. You lost everything due to your own foalishness Berry DRUNK. but, I have something you will never have.."

>You look her in the eyes. She's scowling.

"I have the affections of Anonymous. Now get out. You've earned your ticket out of my home."

>Berry's eyes widen.

>"ANONYMOUS?! That hairless dog is causing you to act like this? You're gonna let that--that-"

>You give her a look that exudes total agression.

"You best hold your tongue sis. He's special to me. Now If I were you I'd make for the door before a certain teacher decides to hold a dissection class on pony anatomy."

>You slide over to your counter and rummage through your cutlery drawer. You brandish the same knife you scared Big Mac away with.

>Berry's eyes widen and she begins to sweat.

>"Sis...please? Don't let the freaky ape thing split us up..?"

>You take a step forward.

>"Cheerilee, c'mon...Please!!"

>Another step.

>"You're making a big mistake! you need me!"

>You feint pounce at her.

>Berry stumbles out of her chair, and gallops to the front door.

>She trips up a few times trying to open the door in her panic.

>Finally her hooves decide to work and she suceeds in her hasty departure.

>She leaves the door open as she flees down the path in terror.

>You stay in the kitchen and let the knife fall from your mouth.

>tears begin to run down your cheeks.

>Tears of joy!

>You finally stood up for yourself.

>Thank you Anon...

>You sniffle and giggle.

"My eggs are getting cold."

____________

 

>You are reasonably distracted today.

>You have so many questions and not nearly enough answers.

>You have the day off but you've never been more restless.

>You should just mind your buisness but this mare clearly digs you.

>Even if she drugged you in an attempt to get your love.

>yeeeeah...let's just repress that.

>And part of you knows what it's like to watch it all slowly go down the drain and not having the strength of will or character to say stop.

>You've been sitting in your armchair tapping your foot.

>You're fully dressed with no destination in mind but the market.

>Are they both there?

>You should get details from Big Macinqueer or-

>You put your hand to your chin in thought.

>There is one other pony who you could talk to.

>Considering his life was ruined because of his gay fling, he would without a doubt, tell you what happened.

>Mr.Cake.

>You rise from your comfort and exit your house making a beeline for sugarcube corner.

>You plan your line of questioning for when you actually meet him.

>You heard about the divorce but not the cause.

>Well you know now.

>Mrs.Cake took her children and moved to Canterlot and started a Bakery with Pinkie called "Sweet Dreams".

>It's mildly sucessful.

>You feel a bump in your side as a Pony walks past.

>The pony wobbles from the impact.

>You quickly apoligize.

"Oh. excuse me. wasn't paying attention. I'm sorry."

>The pony stops and stares at you.

>her eyes seem full of anger like she would rip your throat out if she could.

>"You're Anonymous..right?

>You recognize this pony.

>It's Berry...Pinch?

>You nod.

"You're Cheerilee's sister...Berry? I saw you at the bar the other night."

>She giggles.

>"You were there? I'm sorry,I didn't notice you!"

>You were wasted off your ass you lush.

"It's cool."

>You point in the direction you were walking with your thumbs.

"I gotta go Berry Pouch, but..uh hey, it was nice talking to you. See you around?"

>You start walking in reverse.

>Berry pooch starts following you.

>"Are you busy later? I'm DYING to chat with you alone.."

>You think you just saw some acid fall from her mouth and melt the ground.

"Actually yeah. I got some errands to run. Gotta...uh..wash my hair...?"

>You turn around and start walking faster. Berry is behind you still matching your pace.

>It's getting creepy.

>"It won't take long. We can walk and talk."

>Her tone is dark and laced with ill intent.

"I'd rather not-"

>"I had a chat with my sister this morning. Your name came up."

>Cheerilee talked about you?

>"You put some funny ideas in her head. Extreme ideas."

>She did it. good for her.

>"All I want to know is how hard?"

>You look around. You're on a path with a few bushes lining the trail. Only you and Berry are here. How convient. Shit.

"How hard?"

>She's next to you now on the left.

>"Yeah. How hard?"

>You cock an eyebrow at her.

"Look Berry I don--"

>Berry rockets into your ribs head first.

>You stumble and fall into the bushes.

>Her attack didn't break anything but it will bruise later.

>You roll off the bushes pricking yourself on loose branches. Berry leaps on your chest and wraps her forelegs around your forearms.

>"HOW HARD DID YOU RUT HER TO MAKE HER STUPID?"

>Her breath reeks of Flounder sex and between the legs ball sweat.

>You're too dazed and seeing spots to fight back at the moment.

>"Well it doesn't matter. I'm about to find out for myself! When I'm done Cheerilee won't think twice about ditching you!"

>You groan in pain.

>"Don't worry Non nons...If you do a good job I may make you my Colt toy."

>She leans down to kiss you.

>You have enough sense to turn your head still and Berry gets a lip full of neck.

>You can't bend your arms but on the plus side she can't use her hooves.

>She lifts up her head to butt you again.

>you instinctively curl your dome up and touch your chin to your chest.

>she growls at your reaction.

>"Just give in! It'd be so easy and feel so good!"

>As good as having buttsex with a construction worker port-o-john.

"The moment you let up, I'm going to swing your pudgy whore body into every tree I pass like an irresponsible chimpazee mother."

>This shit must run in the family.

>She begins to grind on your stomach.

>"Don't deny it Non nons. You wanted to sip some Berry Punch. All the Stallions do."

"I'm human.

>"Same diff."

"It really isn't."

>She rolls her eyes and stares down at you and bites her bottom lip.

>"I'm much better than Cheerilee...right? It's okay to let go..ravish me.."

>You make a stern deadpan face.

"What would Pinot say seeing you like this?"

>She halts her actions.

>"What...how do you..?"

"Cheerilee told me about you. Formerly married, had a kid. Lost them both to the drink. You named that sweet little filly after the nickname your mom gave you."

>Her eyes water in anger.

"You had everything Cheerilee dreamed of, and like the stupid bitch you are, you lost it all because of Fermented Cider I could afford for a couple bits on a tueday night. A lifetime for a couple bits. What makes you honestly think that you're worthy of any part of my body being inside you? "

>She grits her teeth and removes her right hoof to strike you.

>"Are you looking down on me too?!"

>You use your now free dominant arm to palm her face and shove her off.

>She rolls backwards off you and bounces a little before coming to a stop on her side,her back to you.

>You quickly get up ready to fight removing bits of foilage from your clothes.

>Berry hasn't gotten up.

>Her body shudders facing away from you. You can hear sobbing emanating from her direction.

>"Help me..."

 

>You inch towards her downed position ready to strike in case it happens to be a ruse.

>You peer over her side cautiously.

>The ground is wet by her face which she has covered with her hooves.

>You kneel down.

"What do you mean help you?"

>"I get it okay?! I know I have a problem..."

>She moves her hoof to look at you still hiding most of her face.

>"I'm a screw-up...I wasted every opportunity I've ever had. I KNOW THIS!"

>You don't seem convinced.

>She sits up and places a hoof on your lap.

>"But I want to change. I do..Please help me like you did Cheerilee?"

>Her eyes aren't red or puffy despite crying.

>This sudden change of heart is unnerving too.

>And this coming from a guy who thought Sunset Shimmer having a change of heart in EqG was unnerving.

>She's trying to play you.

"Sure Berry...I'll do anything to-"

>She begins to smile devilishly.

"Get your disgusting,manipulative evil drunkard ass into a homeless shelter."

>Her jaw drops.

>You slap her hoof off your lap and stand up.

>You kick some dirt into her face.

>She sputters and coughs.

"Now like I was saying I got buisness in town you treacherous cunt."

>she glares at you through irritated red eyes.

"I would follow through on my promise to throttle you but-"

>She coughs and snorts.

"Well I don't really wanna pick up shit with my bare hands."

>She wipes her eyes and tries to scream at you as you walk off.

>Back on track. Time to see Mr.Cake.

 

>Despite the minor annoyance of berry you reached you destination with no trouble whatsoever.

>in the place of the once colorful and proud gingerbread building lies a dilapidated heap of rubble shaped like a building.

>The bakery is still operating however just not as often as it used to or should be if the open to close times are any indication.

>Open- 12pm -1pm. Really?

>you mosey up to the front and gently rap your knuckles on the door.

>You stand around looking at the scenery while waiting for an answer.

>Various ponies attend to their daily errands and chores.

>you see Roseluck across the road waving to you.

>You wave back awkwardly.

>She opens her mouth and mimes putting something inside while using her tongue to--

>Oh.

>Fucking Cougar Ponies.

>The door cracks open revealing the head of a grayish,tired looking stallion. His mane is grown out and unkempt. He has dark rings under his droopy eyes and his coat is dirty and matted in spots.

>"Yes...?"

"Uhm..Mr.Cake? I wanted to speak to you if it's okay?"

>He slides back in a bit.

>"A-about what?"

>Your mouth is a thin line.

"About Three years ago."

>His eyes slightly widen and a long moment passes between you both.

>"...Very well. Come in."

>the door creaks open allowng you access.

>Inside you can see not much of the bakery interior has changed.

>It is stocked in an abundance of cobwebs and dust and little else.

>He leads you to a worn down table with a still hot cup of tea by the window with opposing seats.

>You both take a seat and he takes to sipping the tea slowly while pony-watching.

>"So what do you want to know?"

>He stares off into the distance.

>He looks broken.

>How sad.

"My name is anonymous Mr.Cake. I'm currently seeing Ms.Cheerilee-"

>his ears twitch and perk at the mention of her name but he doesn't turn to you.

"-and I want to hear your recollection of events three years ago."

 

 

>Mr.Cake only shakes his head with a forced smile.

>You head for the door before he calls out to you.

>"When you see Cheerilee...Please tell her I'm so sorry."

>You smile and nod.

"You're alright Carrot. I sure will."

>He gives you a slight smile and goes back to his tea.

>You slowly shut his door and adjust the collar of your shirt and look up into the sky.

>The sun Is at its highest point and the heat is starting to really bake the earth.

>You look left and right surveying your surroundings before stepping away from Sugarcube corner.

>You have to pass through the market on the way to see Cheerilee so why not say hi to AJ?

>You begin on your Pedestrian journey to the Schoolhouse.

>You brainstorm on what to do when School ends.

>Maybe go out to eat like you were supposed to before "that" happened?

>Speaking of Cheerilee, what was that shit with her sister?

>Berry tried to fucking rape you!

>This should be discussed with Cheery.

>During your brief monologue you passed into marketplace territory.

>Various Ponies are passing off their wares, from Plants to fruits and vegetables.

>The ultimate hippy market.

>You laugh at your moronic comparison.

>"Apples! Git cher Apples here! Grown fresh by the best apple growing family in Equestria!"

>You couldn't forget that southern accent if you tried.

>AJ is standing next to her stand peddling her fruits. Big Mac stands behind the counter with a bored expression.

>The counter, along with different types of apples on display have her signature Apple desserts and treats hanging off the side on trays and platters.

>AJ's eyes wander to your direction in her hunt for more customers.

>She gives you a enthusiastic wave and beckons you over.

>You shrug and head her way.

>Big Mac also looks to you and licks his lips.

>You give him your coldest glare which causes him to slightly recoil,

>"Howdy Sugarcube! Enjoying yer off day?"

>You smile to AJ and nod.

"I am. Just running some errands now at the moment. How are the sales?"

 

>She shakes her head in disappointment.

>"Not so good ah'm afraid. It's like ponies don't know quality apples when they see them!"

>You pat AJ on the back.

"Well just stick it out boss. The day's just starting. It'll pick up."

>She smiles at your encouraging words.

>Big Mac is staring off into nothing.

>He better not look at you.

>You owe him three different types of ass-whooping at this point and the tab will have to be paid soon. IN FULL.

>Applejack pokes your leg with a hoof.

>When you look down she motions you to bring it in.

>You kneel down next to her.

>She starts whispering to you.

>"So..did ya take care of that?"

>You present her with a furrowed brow of confusion.

"Of what?

>She gives you an incredulous look.

>"You know-"

>She looks back at Big Mac.

>"Her!"

>Oh. Oooohhh. Cheerilee.

"Yeah I took care of it alright."

>She grins.

>"Ah hope you didn't let her down too hard sugarcube. Don't need her threatening to end herself or anything after all."

>You try to contain your growing anger.

>Applejack can't be blamed for this. She doesn't know the truth.

>but it doesn't make you feel any better though know the reason for her ignorance.

"Yeah Aj. I let her down real hard-"

>She nods with a smile still plastered on her face.

"-I kissed her and I'm planning to take her out today. So if you'll excuse me I have to get going. Ciao!"

>"Yeah she must've--whut."

>You stand up and continue to the schoolhouse leaving AJ dumbfounded behind you.

>You're gonna catch hell for that tomorrow.

 

>You can hear the loud chimes of the bell ringing as you come within distance.

>Fillies and colts pile out into the playground area for recess followed by that Cerise Mare you've come to start growing fond of.

>She watches the children play with a small smile on her lips.

>As you approach the Teacher little ponies run around your legs in their games of tag.

>Cheerilee's face instantly becomes ten times more radiant upon catching sight of you.

>"Anon!"

>She canters to over to you and stands on her hind legs to hug your waist.

"Wassup Cheery. How is your day so far?"

>Her smile couldn't get any wider.

>"Wonderful,now that you're here!"

>You run a hand over her mane.

>She coos and snuggles her face into your stomach.

>"Ooooooohhhhh!"

>The students have gathered behind you and started making kissy noises at you and Cheerilee's scene.

>Cheerilee pulls herself from your abdomen and gives them an icy glare.

> They run off giggling and whooping and continue to play.

>You chuckle.

"Some things never change even in a different world I suppose."

>"Is it like this back on where you come from too anon?"

>You nod still stroking her mane.

"Yeah kinda."

>You take her hooves in your hands from around your waist.

"I came by to speak to you."

>She gives you a worried look.

>"Did I do something wrong? I messed up didn't I!?"

>You let out a soft laugh at her mini freak out.

"No. no. Just a few things I want to tell you and ask you about. Are you free after work?"

>She settles down and let's out a breath you didn't know she was holding.

>"Like a date? You could have used less subtle means of asking me out Anon."

>She gives you a wink.

>Wow. A really sexy wink.

 

> She sways back inside to ring the bell sigifying the end of recess.

>The fillies and colts all rush back inside as fast as their little stubby legs will carry them.

>You figure you'll just hang around outside until school ends.

>In two hours.

>Better get comfy.

>You sit a table reserved usually for the kids to eat lunch and lay down on it.

>Not the epitome of comfort but it will serve its purpose.

>You close your eyes and let the warm sun wash over you.

>Here's hoping that Celestia isn't a big enough bitch to give you sunburn.

>It feels nice.

>The silence and the warmth of the outdoors.

>You can hear the muffled chatter of the students participating in the lesson inside and the buzzing of cicadas in the distance.

>To think you got to this point because you guessed the age of a mare wrong. Now you're seeing this middle-aged mare, trying to get her life back on track.

>Why do you care so much?

>What about Applejack?

>That kiss was clearly more than it was intended to be.

>Was it just trying to eliminate the competition when she was urging you to dump Cheerilee?

>She is going to grill you tomorrow definitely.

>Maybe you can take a sick day...?

>Your chest feels heavy.

>Really heavy.

>The fuck?

>You open an eye and look up to your midsection.

>"Hello loverboy. Thought ya'll were done with me?"

>Well you won't have to worry about going in tomorrow.

>Applejack is pressing down on your chest with a malicious look about her.

"Aj?! I thought you had appl-"

>She puts a hoof in your mouth.

>Fucking gross!

>"Ya jus be quiet an lissen!"

>She glares into your eyes.

>"Ya'll threw me fer a loop with what ya'll said. Didn't ya take tha advice ah gave ya seriously? Ya'll are playin with fire!"

>She leans in close.

>"Ah'm not gonna let that crazy mare get her hooves on ya'll anon. Ah didn't skip out on work to see my human get whisked away before mah eyes!"

>HER human?

"AJ..what do you mean your human? What are you trying to say?"

>She rolls her eyes and groans.

 

>"How dense are ya Anon?"

>Pretty dense obviously.

>"Ah like ya anon! Ah have fer a long time! Tell me ya'll couldn't pick up the signs!"

>You think.

>She would talk with you until the early mornings.

>She would spend all time not working, with you.

>She constantly cooked for you ,and flirted with you.

>Fucking hell.

"I figured that was just what you did for all your family members."

>She facehooves still on your chest.

>" Anon..please don't date Cheerilee. Ah'm available..Ya'll can be with me.."

>She looks into your eyes.

>That feeling of having AJ close comes back.

>That rush of adrenaline and unrefined lust.

>She leans in closer.

>She's going to kiss you.

>Your breathing speeds up as the distance slowly closes between you.

>You shut your eyes and turn your head away from Applejack.

She uses a hoof to turn your face back to her.

>"Do ya still have doubts anon?"

>she gently butts heads with you.

>"Then ah'll tell that crazy mare ta buzz off. Then ya'll won't have anymore clouding ya mind."

>She angrily pushes off your chest forcing an "oomph" from your lips.

"Aj, what the hell are you talking about?"

>You scramble to get up from the bench seat.

>AJ ignores you and begins a march towards the schoolhouse.

"AJ!"

>She continues her march. She's a few steps away from the door inside.

>You run ahead of her and block the entryway.

"Have you lost your fucking mind? There is a class going on in there!"

>Her face is red with rage and her eyes are misty.

"And what if ah am? Would ya like me then anon?!"

>You try to keep your voice down.

"What the hell do you plan on doing exactly? What has she done to you to warrant your resentment?"

>She lowers her stance as if she is about to pounce.

>"She took mah brother's purity and now she's takin the love of mah life...Move anon."

>This has to be a fucking joke.

"Brother's purity? Are you fucking kidding? I know alll about your "brother's lost purity" all right. Mr. Cake told me just how "pure" Mac is--"

>Aj spins around.

 

 

>She moves almost in slow motion as her lower half flies up.

>Her hind legs reel back to her chest.

>This is gonna hurt a lot.

>With the speed of greased-lightning she bucks you in the chest.

>You were quick enough to throw up your forearms to try and shield yourself from the blow.

>Unfortunately it had little effect.

>You go flying through the shoddy doors of the schoolhouse and slide across the floor into the classroom.

>The pain is beyond simple screaming and hollering.You can't feel anything from your limbs.

>You can only hear your heartrate increasing in your ears.

>Your eyes stare at the ceiling in disbelief.

>You blink once and your vision begins to fade.

>You can feel the vibrations of running through the floor.

>Your eyes feel really heavy.

>Maybe a quick nap wouldn't hurt?

>You see a magenta blob hover over you before it all goes black.

_________

 

>You are Cheerilee and you have just recieved the shock of your life.

>You were reviewing with your students what would be on the test next week when Anon suddenly came flying through your door!

>Your students are screaming and cowering from the shards of splintered wood flying towards them.

>Your eyes are giant balls of white as you gaze from Anon to the figure ahead of him.

>Anon's arms are mangled and crooked.

>Oh Celestia! He needs medical attention!

>The students have to be looked after first!

>Sorry anonymous!

>The students are in a panic as the figure of a pony steps into the classroom.

>The Stetson gives away her identity instantly.

>It's Applejack!

>Did she do this?!

>She looks to Anon and then back to you.

>"Ah suggest you get the fillies out of here.."

>She has a scary look in her eyes.

>You nod and reach for a Bell you keep in your desk/

>You ring it as loudly as you can garnering the attention of the Children.

>They cease their frenzied prattling.

"Class you are all dismissed for the day. All of you go home as quickly as possible!"

>The fillies pile out of the classroom in a stampede.

 

>You practically throw your desk aside to inspect anonymous.

>His breathing is shallow and it looks like he's about to pass out.

>You pray that's all it is.

>He closes his eyes and goes limp.

>Your heart drops.

"Please don't die! Oh Celestia!"

>You put your ear to his chest.

>It's faint but there is a heartbeat.

>He may be going into shock!

>Applejack watches on unmoving, her expression not changing.

>You have to get help!

>Redheart!

>You make for the door in haste, only to be halted by an orange roadblock.

>You stand face to face with Applejack.

>She stares at you with cold angry green orbs.

>"Ya'll aren't going anywhere Cheerilee. Not til we settle this."

"SETTLE WHAT?! Anon is dying! He needs help!"

>You try to sidestep her but she follows your movements.

>"Anon'll be fine. You on the other hoof...?"

>Applejack suddenly headbutts you in the dead center of your skull.

>You recoil and stumble back almost tripping over anon.

>You touch your head with a hoof. No blood. yet.

>Applejack strides toward you slowly.

>"Ruining the Apple family name wasn't enough for ya huh? Traumatizing mah only brother wasn't enough icing on tha cake?? Ya'll had to go and steal mah special somepony too!"

>Her what? Is Anon her special--

"Anon is your Special somepon-"

>Applejack connects with a left hook to your jaw.

>You spin into a desk and nearly collapse.

>You prop yourself up for support.

>"He isn't yet. but this message will show him loud and clear who tha better mare is."

>She decimated anon's arms.

>Terrified your students.

>and struck you several times.

>And now she's laying claim to your one and only?

>all the frustrations of the turmoil and chaos the apple family has sowed for you comes rushing back.

>you didn't do anything wrong.

>You just want to live your life in peace! Yet everypony insists on walking all over you!

>Berry,Big Mac, All of ponyville and now Applejack.

>A switch flips in your head.

>You have to save Anon.

>But wrecking AJ comes first.

 

>You and Applejack stand there trying to stare down the other.

>You pick yourself off the desk and rise to your hooves.

>"So ya feeling brave nah? Gonna put up a fight?"

>You look to anonymous who is beginning to lose the color in his face.

>Your eyes move back to AJ whose eyes hasn't left your face.

"Applejack."

>You take a deep breath and affix her with a stern glare.

"Anonymous is dying. okay? If we don't get him medical aid then we will both lose him. This is the first and last time I'm going to warn you. Move out of my way."

>AJ sniggers.

>"Or what?

>You narrow your eyes and lower your stance.

"Or get moved."

>Applejack starts to laugh hysterically, rearing up on her hind legs.

>You summon all the power in your legs and launch yourself forward into AJ.

>AJ stops her laughter, only to recieve a teacher mare shaped battering ram to her underside.

>The impact sends her skidding back into your chalkboard with a loud thud.

>You have to press the attack however if you're going to save anon.

>You continue your charge and ram into her solar plexus while she attempts to collect her bearings.

>A cloud of chalkdust whooshes past the both of you as AJ let's out an audible "OOF", and slumps over your back.

>You keep your head pressed into her stomach forcing her deeper into the board.

>You feel AJ lean up and the agonizing discomfort of two hooves crashing down onto your back repeatedly.

>The force feels similar to somepony dropping a cinderblock on you.

>You cry out in pain and begin your descent to the ground off your Orange opponent.

>AJ grabs your head in both hooves before you can make contact with the floor and hoists you back up to eye-level.

>"Nice try girlie. Now lemme show ya how an Apple fights!"

>Her hooves tighten around your cheeks fastening you into place.

>Your eyes are scrunched from having your face squeezed so tightly, but you can make out a wad of yellow.

>Headbutted.

>AJ is really good with headbutts.

>Another one.

>There's the blood now.

 

>You let out muffled groans of pain as red liquid begins to cloud your vision.

>AJ headbutts you seven more times before throwing you into your upturned desk.

>She stands over you panting.

>"Let this be a lesson to ya...Ya aren't good enough fer anonymous. Ya'll aren't good enough for any stallion alive. ya belong right there on the floor with the rest of the dirt."

>You try to rise to your hooves only to get kicked in the stomach.

>"Stay down!"

>The air rushes out of your lungs as you crumple into a heap, your pouring life ooze smearing itself along the desk as you slump.

>AJ snorts and spits on you before turning her back and walking to the unconscious anonymous.

>"Ah'm sorry sugarcube..Let's get ya to Ponyville general..."

>She uses her teeth to try to sit him up.

>You can't let it end like this! Beaten and broken by another Apple?!

>But is Anon really worth all this pain?

>It wasn't the best life but things seemed so much easier.

>And all you've done since meeting anonymous is drug him, embarass yourself, and now you're laying here bleeding from your forehead.

>And yet, it all feels like..

>It feels worth it.

>You call upon whatever strength you got left to get up again.

>AJ is still busy trying to get anonymous to sit up to take notice of you.

>If you're gonna hit Aj with a surprise attack it has to be with an object.

>She's just way too strong to fight head-on.

>Your glazing eyes search for something hard enough to daze her at least until they finally rest on the desired object.

>It would be the perfect irony to use it too.

>A red delicious apple a student brought you today that somehow survived the onslaught.

>You scoop the apple up in a hoof. and slowly make your way towards her.

>This would be the perfect moment for a badflank catchphrase.

>What should you say?

>Wow. you lost more blood than you thought.

>You stand on your hind legs and tower over Applejack.

>The droplets of your blood spattering on her neck draws the farm pony's attention.

 

>Applejack whirls around to face you.

>you prepare your edible weapon.

>What would anon say at the point?

>You got it!

>You open your mouth to utter the coolest catch-phrase known to ponykind.

>but you forgot the blood loss has made you woozy and disoriented.

"Applguhsll turg apulghlers..."

>You chuck the apple full-force into The hick pony's snout causing her to stumble backwards.

>She trips over anon's body like you almost did earlier and whacks her head on the corner of a desk.

>She hits the ground with a slightly loud smack and goes quiet.

"Dushys toog durffs.."

>You fall to the ground next to anonymous.

>Does this count as a victory?

>You won your first fight!

>Hurray!

>Now if you could just get anonymous to the doctor everything will turn out perfect.

>Just..a little nap first...

 

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