>"Please, hold still, Mr. Anonymous," Nurse Redheart instructs as she wraps your body with gauze.
>You wince a little, the Earth p0ny awkwardly fumbling the wrapping around your back and chest with her hooves.
>Shouldn't they have a unicorn for this?
>You mentally shrug, and let her do her job.
>You have a massive bruise and a bit of torn skin on your back from the manticore's tail, and a few other scratches and tears here and there.
>Once the adrenaline finally let up, you could really feel the effects from battle.
>It didn't feel good at all.
>"Okay..." she mutters, as she finally cuts off the wrapping, securing it in place.
>She reattaches the hospital gown over your neck, covering your chest once more.
>You shift in place a little bit on the counter you sit on, and try to remain still for her.
>Where you were from, the hospitals were not so advanced.
>It's bizarre.
>You wince again as she applies some healing ointment to the long, shallow cut down your left arm.
>She begins to wrap it.
>"You're really something, aren't you, Mr. Anonymous?" she asks.
Hmm?
>You mumble.
>A simple sound to let her know you're acknowledging her.
>"Most p0nies who take on a manticore would be in far worse shape than this..." she says, finishing her final wrap.
>You sigh a little, and smile meekly.
>The town had apparently known about the manticore before you even engaged it.
>And before you could even mention it, walking through town with Twilight, they had already caught on that it was you who fought it.
>Either that, or little Applebloom can mouth faster than you thought.
>You smile a little, and shake your head at the thought.
>"Well, we're all finished here, Mr. Anonymous," Nurse Redheart states, hopping down from beside the counter, "we can take you to your room now for the night."
>You nod, and begin to set your feet down on the floor.
>You grip the bottom of the hospital gown as best you can, and pull it downward.
>These garbs are so tiny...
>Nurse Redheart sneaks a look, and smiles a little.
>You can feel your face flush, and you try to cover up.
>What is this?
>A gown for an ant?
>...
>It needs to be at least... three times bigger than this.
>"Come on, Mr. Anonymous..."
Y-Yes...
>You shuffle behind her, following through the halls of the hospital.
>Other medical staff and patients smile as you pass.
>Some congratulate you or thank you.
>Others... whistle.
>...
>Please hurry...
>You round a few more corners and enter a smaller, single-bed hospital room.
>"Here we are," Nurse Redheart announces.
>She moves aside some equipment from the edge of the bed, and places her clipboard at the foot of it.
>"All set. You can hop into bed now."
>You smile and nod.
Thank you.
>You move from the doorway into the bed, sliding in and under the covers.
>You sigh in relief as you finally lay down, relaxed and covered.
>Nurse Redheart giggles at this.
>"You can ring this if you need me," she says, motioning to a remote on the side of the bed, "have a good rest."
>You smile.
Thank you.
>She returns your smile, and heads out the room, closing the door.
>You inhale deeply, then exhale a satisfying breath.
>The solitude of the room is relaxing.
>...Relaxing.
>You're suddenly hit with how exhausted and tired you really are.
>Settling into the bed a little more, you close your eyes, and easily drift off into the world of dreams.
 
>...
>...
>"SURPRISE!"
>You jolt awake, your eyes flinging open as you lurch up from bed.
>A soft morning lights pours into the hospital room.
>A few giggles catch your attention, and you turn your head, noticing the five mares in the room.
>Twilight, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Applejack, and Rarity.
>And--
>"Sir Knight Anonymous!"
>You can barely turn your head before a little figure launches up onto the bed and latches on to you.
>You wince and groan a little in pain, but smile when you see the attacker's red mane and bow.
>"Whoa, easy there, Applebloom!" Applejack says, trotting over and prying her sister off of you, "Anonymous is still hurt!"
>You smile and laugh a little.
>"Yer the best, Mr. Knight!" She cries as her sister carries her to the door. "Everyp0ny thinks yer just the greatest 'n bravest guy ever!"
>You smile, and laugh again at her hopefully obvious exaggeration.
>"We're all grateful for Anonymous, " Applejack says to her sister, "but he needs to rest. Now run along now, ye've seen 'em,."
>Applebloom pouts a bit, but perks back up when you wave goodbye to her.
>She leaves, presumably to gather with her other friends.
>They're so sweet.
>You'll have to visit them sometime after you get out of here.
>Applejack closes the door, and you're met with the gazes of the five p0nies.
>Smiling and watching you.
...Well, good morning.
>You finally say with a smile.
>A few of them giggle as they approach the side of your bed.
>Rarity seems to stay behind.
>"We thought we'd give you a visit to see how you're doing!" Pinkie Pie cries.
>You smile at her.
Well thank you, it's such a nice gesture.
>Rainbow Dash pats you on the back softly.
>"Man, I wish I was there to see that!" She goes on, "Taking on a manticore all by yourself and actually winning! It's like the bear all over again!"
>You place your hand on her hoof and softly place it away.
Well, actually, I didn't do it alone.
>You look to your orange-coated friend.
>Applejack blushes a bit, tracing the ground with her hoof.
>You laugh.
>"Still, it was YOU who landed the finishing blow!"
>You bashfully look away and nod.
Yes, I suppose that's right...
>You can hear Rainbow laugh a bit.
>"Anon," Twilight says.
>You turn to her and smile.
>"I brought you some things to read while you're here, in case you wanted to study..."
>She levitates a few books up and onto your lap.
>A book of Class One combat spells, another with Class Twos, and a book of practical magic.
>You beam.
You know me too well, Twilight.
>She smiles warmly at you.
Thank you, this is exactly what I need.
>"Yeah," Rainbow chimes in, "reading can be a good time in the hospital."
>You raise an eyebrow at her curiously.
>"I can relate."
>...Her?
>Read?
>You laugh a little at the thought.
>"...Hey, Rarity," Applejack says suddenly.
>...Yeah. Rarity.
>You all turn your attention to the white unicorn near the door.
>Her pupils shrink at your notice of her.
>"How come ya ain't said nothing to Anonymous?"
>Rarity turns her head, and opens her mouth to speak, but no words come.
>"I thought you were real fond of the fella."
>She looks to you, and nervously smiles, then averts her eyes again.
>She starts stuttering something, but you can't make it out.
>You narrow your eyes.
>This is just like in P0nyville square...
Miss Rarity...?
>She jolts a little at her name, and smiles awkwardly.
>"I, um... er... you look well, Anonymous..." she mutters, "I'm glad you're alright... but..."
>She looks to the window.
>"...I fear I must be going..."
>She charges up her horn, and magically opens the door.
>"G-Get well soon, darling," she says, leaving the room hastily and closing the door behind her.
>...You think for a bit.
>The other p0nies are left speechless.
>"...Don't worry, Anon," Twilight says, breaking the small silence, "she must have a lot on her mind or something.
>You nod slowly.
Indeed.
>"...She HAS been acting a little strange lately..." Rainbow Dash adds.
>"I've noticed that too..." replies Twilight.
>You cross your arms and take a breath.
>...What could have happened to Rarity?
>...Speaking of these friends of yours...
Where's Miss Fluttershy?
>The four p0nies look to each other awkwardly, then back to you.
>"...We don't know," says Twilight finally.
>You sit up in bed.
What?
>"We looked everywhere for her," Pinkie Pie adds, "but we couldn't find her. Not in town, not at her cottage..."
>"It's like she just... disappeared."
>And this is even stranger still...
>You shuffle in place a bit.
>What if something happened to her?
>There has been such an influx of dangerous creatures recently...
>What if she's gotten hurt?
>You shift your covers to the side and swing your legs over the bed, and start to get out.
>"Whooa there," Applejack says, trotting over and gently pushing you back, "where do you think yer going?"
>You try to resist her push, but you're just not feeling up to it.
I need to find Miss Fluttershy. What if she's been attacked by something?
>Twilight approaches the other side of your bed.
>"We know, Anon, but you're in no condition for this."
>You bite your tongue in frustration.
>"If it worries you so much, we'll look for her," she adds, "you just rest. Please."
>You look over to your purple mentor.
>Then, to the three other p0nies in the room.
>...And sigh.
Alright. You win.
>You settle back into bed.
>"I wouldn't worry about it," Rainbow Dash says, "Fluttershy often goes here and there for her animals. I'm sure we just missed her or something."
>...Yeah.
>...That should be it.
>Hopefully...
>You try to rationalize it to yourself.
>Twilight levitates a book to you, interrupting your thoughts.
>"Just relax, Anon. We'll come back if we find her, okay?"
>You sigh, then crack open the book.
I understand.
>They all smile.
>"Rest easy."
>The p0nies all say their goodbyes, then leave the room.
>You sit in solitude once more, with nothing but the silence and soft sounds from outside offering any noise.
>It's... rather nice.
>You get comfortable in bed, and set your eyes to the book of practical magic.
>They'll take care of it.
>You start reading over a few spells.
>Now...
 
>"A manticore, was it?" the voice booms from deep within the cave.
>You scrape your yellow hoof on the ground.
>"I had no idea my little stretch would cause such a reaction in that creature."
>It's silent for a moment.
>Followed by a deep, disturbing laughter.
>"Or, perhaps... I may have."
B-But...
>You still feel nervous around your Lord...
It... attacked my friend's farm... she could have been hurt... it could have destroyed her land...
>He scoffs.
>"Such a farmland serves no purpose. Whether it be gone tonight, or a few days from now, it won't last much longer."
>You sit on the floor of the cave.
>What does he plan to do...?
>That manticore is only the beginning...
>"Oh, do cheer up, my dear Fluttershy," he says.
>Your eyes rise to meet his.
>Two green bulbs in a thick blackness.
>"Some good came of it, did it not?"
>You tilt your head in confusion.
>"That human boy you're so fond of..." he starts, "he fought that creature, and felled it."
>You nod slowly.
>Anonymous did do that, you heard.
>So strong and brave...
>You furl your brow.
>Why can't he just be yours?
>"Ahh... but he can," your Lord says, as if reading your mind.
>You look to him with shock.
>"That's the good in this situation... for you, anyway..."
>You stand up again, curious as to what he means.
>"Fighting the beast, the human boy sustained a few injuries... he now resides at the local hospital."
>You're not sure where he's going with-
>...Oh...
>He reads your change of expression.
>"I see you've come to the same conclusion..."
>If he's in the hospital...
>"If you wish to make this boy yours, now is your best chance. Weak, injured, and vulnerable."
>A broad grin slithers across your face.
>Your Lord booms a few laughs.
>"You've done well by me, my dear Fluttershy... I think you've earned some... time off tonight."
>You look to him with delight.
>"Go. Seek out your prize. I will observe from a distance."
>You smile, and nod happily.
>You take to the air.
>"Use your skills wisely," he says, one last instruction, before you leave the cave and fly over the Everfree Forest towards P0nyville.
 
>By the time you arrive in town, the sun is already beginning to set.
>You land in the square, and turn your head in all directions, trying to remember where the hospital is.
>...Ah, yes, this way.
>You trot happily toward it, an eerie smile gracing your face.
>Tonight is the night.
>Finally.
>After all these urges.
>After getting rid of the competition...
>...He'll be yours.
>You weave between a couple of buildings to shorten your trip, and in almost no time at all, you reach the P0nyville hospital.
>You make your way through the doors and enter the clean white lobby.
>A rather bored looking unicorn sits at the front desk, flipping the pages of some gossip magazine with her magic.
>She stops, and looks up, seemingly taking notice of you before you even arrive.
>You grin, and stare at her.
>Her eyes shift back and forth.
>...
What room is Anonymous in?
>She sits up a bit.
>"...I'm sorry, Miss, but visiting hours are over."
>You drop your eyebrows over your eyes angrily.
>She winces a little at this.
I didn't ask that. I asked what room Anonymous was in.
>She breathes a little quickly, clearly starting to get nervous.
>"I, um... well..."
>You give a frustrated exhale.
>"You see... I can't-"
Tell me,
>You begin, interrupting her.
>Your eyes dig deeply into hers.
>An indescribable thickness encompasses the area.
How many p0nies are on staff today?
>She looks to you.
>Her mouth gapes a little.
>"...N-Not many. We're usually not too busy around this time..."
>You nod.
>It feels as if something is seeping from you.
Get me a senior doctor. Now.
>She looks to you with a blank expression.
>And nods.
>She picks up a walkie-talkie looking device.
>"Doctor Stable... could you come to the main lobby please?"
>The radio crackles.
>...
>"Of course, I'll be right there," it sputters back.
>She places it down again, and waits.
>She looks straight ahead.
>You laugh a little to yourself.
>Such a weak-minded fool...
>Soon, the doctor comes trotting in from one of the halls.
>He takes notice of you.
>"Ah, Fluttershy, is it?" He says happily. "What a pleasure to..."
>He trails off as he approaches you.
>"...see you again."
>You grin as he looks around the room, unable to place what he feels.
Doctor.
>He brings his attention to you.
Your staff lacks proper training outside of this hospital.
>He looks to you, rather confused.
>"Outside the hospital? Fluttershy, I'm not sure what you--"
The real world. Out there. What if someone or something is injured outside, and can't be brought here in time?
>Doctor Stable looks into your eyes.
>He nervously shuffles in place.
>"I... I don't know..."
>He clears his throat.
>"I guess that would be bad..."
It would be terrible.
>He winces at your words, and nods.
>"It would be."
>You smirk.
Good. Glad you agree. Now.
>You look to the unicorn at the desk, and then down the halls.
There aren't many p0nies working tonight, correct?
>He nods.
>"...Correct."
Good. Take them outside. Show them some examples of outdoor injuries. Train them.
>He gazes deep into your teal orbs.
Vacate the hospital. All of you.
>...He nods.
>He charges up his horn, bringing over the walkie-talkie.
>"...All staff," he speaks into it, "report to the lobby immediately."
>You smile.
>Nop0ny says anything as you wait.
>...Until finally, the rest of the staff arrives.
>Only another five or six p0nies.
>They look around confused, then to the doctor.
>"Everyp0ny..." he says, "come with me... we're going to do some exercises outside..."
>They look to him rather baffled, then to you, but eventually agree, and all follow him out the doors.
>They shut, the click echoing throughout the empty halls.
>And you sit, alone, in the staff-less hospital.
>...Perfect.
>Nop0ny to bother you during your task...
>You look over the desk the unicorn was at, and peer at the list of patients.
>...Second floor, door on the left.
>Anonymous will be waiting for you.
>You grin widely, and make your way to the stairs.
>You can't wait to see your love...
 
>You've gotten through quite a lot of this book.
>Some magic you wouldn't even consider "practical."
>Like teleportation.
>Highly advanced practical magic.
>You laugh a little to yourself.
>You don't see that happening for a long, long time.
>You sigh, and put it down on your lap.
>You give yourself a good, satisfying stretch in the bed, and lay your head down, looking to the ceiling.
>Well, you've spent all day reading this book, maybe going over some Class Twos could be--
>The doorknob clicks, snapping you to attention.
>Your eyes move to the door.
>Nurse Redheart?
>The door creaks open slowly, and a yellow hoof steps through.
>Your eyes widen, and a smile appears on your face.
Miss Fluttershy!
>You call.
>The door opens entirely, and a smiley, happy pegasus mare trots into the room.
>"H-Hello, Anonymous!" she stutters.
>She steps to your bedside.
Miss Fluttershy, I was quite worried, I--
>You pause for a moment.
>...
>"Is something wrong?"
>You look to her.
N-No. Nothing's wrong.
>...
>In reality... something is.
>You can't place it.
>It's like a deep feeling of dread suddenly washed over you.
>It's... troubling...
>"If you say so..." she says, placing her head down on the side of the bed.
>Her big teal eyes look up to you.
>You give a nervous, breathy laugh.
Miss Fluttershy... where were you?
>Her ears perk up curiously to your question.
The others came this morning, and they said they couldn't find you. We were all worried.
>She averts her eyes.
>"Oh..."
Have you seen them today? They went looking for you.
>Fluttershy looks back to you.
>"N-No, I haven't... I was in the forest all day..."
>You sigh.
>You don't want the others to continuously worry into the night.
Well at least I know you're safe.
>She smiles warmly at you.
>But it comes across as... disturbing.
>You feel your face visibly react to this.
Perhaps you should let them know now...
>She raises her chin, mouth gaping.
>"Oh, I couldn't! I want to stay here with you!"
>Cute...
>...Well, it should be.
>You turn your head and ponder.
>Why does this feel so off?
>Why does everything?
>...
>"Anonymous?"
>Oh.
>You turn back to her.
That's sweet, Miss Fluttershy, and I'm flattered. But I'll be here til mid-day tomorrow. You can see me in the morning perhaps?
>She frowns a bit.
>"They don't need to know I'm back. I just want to be here with you."
>...
>This is... unsettling.
Can this not wait until tomorrow?
>She hops up into the bed.
>"No."
>You're forced to move to the side to make room.
Miss Fluttershy,
>You say.
I don't really feel comfortable with this... I mean, these beds are small enough as it is.
>She grins again.
>That eerie, chest-churning grin.
>"That just means we can be all the closer..."
>...
>You put on a smile.
>And reach over to the remote, pressing the button.
>"...What was that for?"
>You look over to the yellow mare.
Just... asking for Nurse Redheart's assistance,
>You lie,
I'm quite thirsty is all.
>She gazes to you.
>"I don't think Nurse Redheart will be coming."
>It feels like your heart is being smothered in your chest.
...What do you mean?
>She looks away, face flushing a bit.
>"Well... the hospital staff had to do some outdoor exercises..."
>Outdoor exercises...?
>Do such things exist for medical practitioners here?
>"So... it's just you and me..."
>She snuggles up a bit, looking deep into your eyes.
>"Alone..."
>You freeze in place, unsure of what to say or do.
>...
Miss Fluttershy...
>She nods slowly.
What is this about...?
>She reaches her hoof up to your face, and lightly rubs down your cheek.
>Goosebumps grow around your entire body.
>"...Us."
>...
>Is she...?
>Is she really...?
>...Miss Fluttershy of all p0nies?
>...Is she really doing this?!
>You place your hand softly on her head and push her away lightly.
Miss Fluttershy...
>You state.
I'm... flattered. But I don't... I don't see p0nies that way.
>She stares at you.
>Her eyes unmoving.
Forgive me, but... I do not believe I can give you anything you would want in that regard. My species... humans... we do not seek this sort of thing outside of our own kind.
>She doesn't even blink.
I'm sorry.
>...
>You try to lighten the mood with a laugh.
I... I already had to tell Miss Rarity the same thing...
>She scoffs, finally moving.
>It actually makes you jump a bit.
>"Rarity... I know what she tried to do to you."
>...You feel shock run through you.
P-Pardon?
>She nods.
>"I know. So I made sure she'd never think or look at you that way again..."
>You're... speechless.
>"She'll probably never even want to come near you."
>...
>So...
>So that's why Miss Rarity lately has been...
>You look to the pegasus before you.
>Completely transformed from when you were introduced.
>...Completely transformed from when she entered the room, even.
>"I figured you might turn me down, Anonymous."
>The air in the room tenses.
>You place your hand over your lungs, short of breath almost.
Miss Fluttershy...
>"Figured you might not give me what I want."
Miss Fluttershy, I ask that you--
>"So I'm prepared."
>She digs her gaze deeply into you.
>"...Prepared to take it."
>...
>...
>She launches herself toward you as you simultaneously roll out of the way.
>You drop from the side of the bed and land on the floor, wincing in pain as you hit your back bruise.
>Before you can get up, she's already launched over on top of you, struggling to hold you down.
>You kick up your feet and plant them under her, then push hard, careening her up and away from you.
>You scramble to your feet and take a few steps back, panting.
>Fluttershy rises quickly to the ground and takes to the air.
>You eye each other from across the room.
...Miss Fluttershy...
>She doesn't respond.
I do not wish to harm you...
>She squints her eyes.
>Then dashes toward you with speed you thought she lacked.
>She collides with your chest and grabs with her forehooves, barreling you into the wall.
>You cry out in pain, and grab her hooves, trying to pry them off.
>She's already attempting to get at you with her tail and hind legs, the tiny hospital gown making it much easier for her.
>You gather your strength and pry her vice grip from you, then push her away.
>She hits the perpendicular wall softly, then quickly works her wings once more, rising her into the air.
>Before she can react, you hold up your hands: left arm out in front, right hand closer in, body facing the right.
>A combat stance.
>You pray she understands what it means.
>You assume she does, as she hesitates a bit.
>She holds off on her advance, as if thinking.
Miss Fluttershy...
>You state.
I do not want to do this.
>She thinks once more, then sneers.
>"You don't have anything... you're weak. Hospitalized. Injured."
>You raise your eyebrow.
>Where does she get the idea that this makes you sans magic?
Miss Fluttershy, I urge you to stay back.
>"You're just bluffing."
Dismiss this crazy idea of yours, and leave.
>"You're mine!"
>She dashes toward you once more.
>You react instantly.
VENTUS!
>You shoot your left arm forward, the familiar boom of wind jetting from your palm.
>It intercepts Fluttershy mid flight, and she goes spinning across the room at high speeds, crashing into the wall opposite of you.
>She hits the ground hard, dazed, as you pant deeply and heavily.
>After a moment, Fluttershy gets back to her hooves, shaking her head.
>You watch her intently as she recovers, then beams a demonic glare at you.
>You physically wince at this, but hold your ground.
>You snap your fingers on your right hand, sprouting a small burst of flame that settles and disappears in moments.
>A mere mages' trick, but quite effective for intimidation and demonstrating power back home.
>She stares at your hands, then you.
>Still holding your ground.
>...
>Until finally, she takes to the air, and rockets out the window.
>The glass crashes, piercing and juxtaposing the long silence before it, sharp shards peppering the ground beneath.
>You run to the window and gaze outside.
>But she's already gone.
>...
>...
>The thickness in the air lifts.
>You exhale strongly.
>Walking slowly, you approach and take a seat on your bed.
>You run your hands through your hair.
>...What just happened?
>Was that the same Miss Fluttershy you've met time again before?
>The shy pegasus that invited you to her house for a party?
>...
>Something is definitely off.
>Miss Fluttershy would never act like that.
>Neither would Mr. Bear.
>...
>And that manticore...
>You take a deep breath.
>And stand to your feet.
>You leave your room.
>According to Miss Fluttershy, no staff is currently here.
>So they shouldn't object to you checking out a little early.
>You backtrack your way to the room Nurse Redheart examined you in.
>Alright then...
>So you placed your belongings here...
>...And then she moved them...
>...Aha.
>You open a wardrobe in the corner of the room, revealing your combat uniform and blade.
>You quickly disrobe from your tiny gown, and slide on your leggings, tunic, and boots.
>You strap your sword to your belt, and leave the room, then out of the hospital.
>The cool night air hits your sweating skin, chilling you.
>It feels a bit nice, actually.
>Now...
>Best tell Twilight about the recent happenings.
>If she hasn't found Miss Fluttershy by now--and you pray she hasn't--she may be in some form of danger.
>You briskly walk down the pathway to the hospital, rounding your way into town, and past a team of medical practitioners performing CPR on a fallen log.
>No p0nies roam the streets this night, it seems, as you fail to see a single one.
>Probably for the better, no need to be slowed down.
>In almost no time at all, you reach Twilight's tree library.
>You open the door and step inside, finding a calm, book-reading Twilight relaxing on the couch.
>She raises her eyes to greet her guest.
>But quickly reacts to you, clearly not expecting you back.
>"Anon..." she gasps, "What are you doing back already?"
>You close the door behind you, and approach the couch.
I decided to take my leave a little earlier than recommended.
>You say, taking a seat as well.
>"You... you can't just do that! What did the doctor say?"
The doctor was not present.
>Twilight just stares at you for a moment.
>"...What?"
>You take a deep breath, then sit back into the couch.
Have you seen Miss Fluttershy at all today?
>She looks a little solemn.
>Then shakes her head.
>"...No, we haven't. Nop0ny has seen her all day."
>She sighs.
>"We're all really worried..."
>You nod slowly.
I see. I am really worried as well.
>She sadly nods.
Although I did see her today.
>Her ears perk up, and her eyes widen.
>She jolts her head toward you.
>"What!? Fluttershy came to see you?!"
>You nod.
Yes, I had the pleasure of her acquaintance.
>She stands up from the couch.
>"Well?! Where was she?! Is she okay!? Why did she go to you!?"
>You raise your hand, and motion her to calm down.
Please, Twilight.
>She catches her tongue, and nods, sitting back down on the couch.
Thank you.
>You open your mouth, but pause.
>...Where to start?
>And the end result is...
>...Well, odd, for sure.
>How are you supposed to explain that Miss Fluttershy tried to force sexual relations onto you?
>...
>"Anon?"
>You shake your head, and come to.
Yes, right...
>You take a breath.
...Do you remember Mr. Bear at Miss Fluttershy's gathering?
>She nods slowly.
>"He wasn't himself..."
>You nod in agreement.
And the manticore at Miss Applejack's farmland?
>"Manticores usually don't attack for no reason..."
I agree.
>You sigh.
I think something similar may have happened to Miss Fluttershy.
>Twilight looks to you.
>...And raises an eyebrow.
>"...Why? What happened?"
>You take another breath...
>Here we go...
>As best as you can, you explain the situation to her.
>The vacated hospital, Fluttershy appearing, the eerie feeling about the entire thing.
>And the hardest part...
>...
She... Well, Miss Fluttershy, she... Wanted to lay with me.
>Twilight stays silent for a moment.
>"...Like... Like sex...?"
>You inhale deeply, exhale, and nod.
Yes. She stated as much, and tried to force herself onto me.
>Twilight has a stern look on her face.
And when I fought back with a spell, she fled.
>Twilight slowly nods.
...I'm not sure where she went off to.
>...
>It's silent.
>...
>"Anon..."
>You look to your mentor.
>"...Were... Were you on any kind of medication at the hospital?"
>...What?
>Medication?
>...Is she implying...?
Twilight...
>"Anon." she interrupts. "It's just that... I know you wouldn't lie to me, but..."
>She shifts in place a little bit.
>"That story... What Fluttershy did... It all seems just so... Unbelievable."
>...What?
>You're speechless.
>"And Fluttershy's actions... She's a p0ny, Anon, not an animal. I don't think she could suffer from that same ailment as them."
...Twilight... are you saying...?
>"It's not that I don't believe you! But..."
>She averts her eyes.
>"...I know Fluttershy, Anon. She... Wouldn't do that..."
>...
>This cannot be.
>Your mentor.
>Your friend.
>Is she really just...
>...Brushing this aside?
>...
>You feel a fire well deep inside your chest.
>...No.
>Stop this.
>Anger will solve nothing.
>...But you can't help this!
>Why won't she believe you!?
>"Anon..."
>You look to Twilight.
>Your internal struggle must be externally apparent.
>You exhale a strong, but shaky, breath from your nose.
>You feel your eyebrows pressed together.
>Twilight expresses worry, and shock.
>...
>You rise to your feet.
>And step loudly across the room.
>"Anon!"
>You don't stop.
>"Where are you going?"
To the basement. To practice.
>You say, not looking toward her.
>You open the entrance.
Do NOT disturb me.
>You enter, and slam the door behind you.
>Twilight sits on the couch, speechless.
>She rests her head down, tears slowly welling in her eyes as she listens to you furiously casting spells below.
 
I just don't understand!
>You cry, flying back and forth in a pace between the cave walls.
He was injured! Weak! Why was he still able to overcome me?
>Your Lord exhales a hot, flame-like breath from his nostrils.
>"You're a fool," he states bluntly.
>The words pierce you, and you slowly flutter back down to the ground.
>You look out to the cave, observing Luna's night.
>"At no point did I say, or was it ever implied, that the boy would lack his magical skills when incapacitated."
>You place your head to the ground solemnly.
>"A childish error."
>His belittlement hurts.
So... So how can I ever make him mine...?
>Your Lord grumbles.
>"You fool. To overcome him, you must take his spells out of the equation."
>You rise your head once more, and look into the cave.
...Can... Can you do that for me? Are you able?
>"No." he replies instantly.
>You sulk once more.
>"I can lend my own power, but not take away the power of others. Such a skill does not exist in this world."
Then...
>"However..."
>Your ears perk up.
>You did not expect a "however."
>"There exist spells that block the magic of others temporarily..."
>You place your head back to the ground.
But... I'm no unicorn... And the spell is probably so advanced, anyway...
>"Then find one."
>...Find one?
>"Find a unicorn to perform the spell. One with equal or greater power to this boy. Trick him or her, if you must."
>You start thinking...
>"If you are one to give up on your goals so easily--"
No!
>You say, taking to the air.
I'm not! Please, my Lord! Don't cast me aside!
>There's a silence...
>...Then a laugh.
>"...I'm glad to see you so eager."
>You sigh in relief.
>"I take it you have a plan?"
>You think for a moment.
...I think so.
>"Good, "he states. "Then go. You need not bother me with the details. Just perform your deed."
>You nod anxiously, then fly from the cave.
>This may be a long shot...
>...But it could definitely work.
>Tricking a powerful unicorn...
>...Hmm.
>You fly off overhead, trying to remember the way to Zecora's.
 
>Quite quickly, you land in front of the zebra's hut.
>Eager and anxious, you knock.
>A moment passes, and the black and white equine opens the door.
>She smiles warmly.
>"Ah, the yellow pegasus. For what do I owe you as a guest?"
>You smile brightly, trying to show the very last of your diminishing Kindness.
H-Hello Zecora... I was hoping you might have something that could help me.
>She nods, then steps to the side.
>"Of course, I see, please come right in."
>She gives you plenty of room, and starts looking at her various potions and medicines.
>"Now tell me, where should I begin?"
>You fiddle with your hooves.
Well, um... I was thinking... and hoping... that maybe sometimes really soon, I could be... well, a mother.
>Zecora's eyes widen, but she shakes this off, and smiles.
And I was hoping... Would you happen to have something that could trigger my Estrus cycle?
 
End of Part 6