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</div><h3><span class="mw-headline" id="A_Darker_Home_-_Part_1.28FR.29">A Darker Home - Part 1(FR)</span><a href="A_Darker_Home#/editor/1" title="Edit section: A Darker Home - Part 1(FR)" data-section="1" class="edit-page icon icon-32px icon-edit enabled">Edit</a></h3><div>
<div dir="ltr" class="mw-geshi mw-code mw-content-ltr"><div class="gettext source-gettext">&#160;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes just a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A gentle breeze rustles the curtains as golden rays enter the window of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes to take in the entirety of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house wasn't much, but you worked hard to earn it, and damn were you proud.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a good stretch, you get your ass out of bed to begin your day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing was on your plate today.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could do anything you wanted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Heading into the shower, you turn on the water to that magical setting that felt just right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Humming a tune to yourself, you begin to wonder what you will fill your day with.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could spend the day reading a book or practicing an instrument.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Of course, there was also that new recipe you wanted to try.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the evening you could head down to the Ponyville Pub and chat it up with some of the hardworking stallions.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They have some of the best stories you've heard since you came to town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting information on what appealed to the mares didn't hurt either.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You weren't attracted to the horses, but female companionship was a necessity in order to stay sane in this world.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning off the shower, you step out into the foggy bathroom and crack the door a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After wiping off the mirror, you begin to shave.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The shaving cream and razor are by no means perfect, but-</span><br />&quot;Ah! Crap.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood trickles down your neck.</span><br />&quot;Great.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe up the dribble.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on your throne, you ponder what you should have for breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Eggs and toast sound marvelous today. Plus, it's not often that you spoil yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After a flush, you head downstairs in a designer robe that Rarity gave you for your birthday.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The material was top notch, and it fit perfectly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You didn't even care that it was neon pink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a floral pattern.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;and baby bunnies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You prep a cup of coffee, and get out everything for your special breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside your window, you look outside to see the pear tree you planted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It looks like it may have ripe fruit next week.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You will have to trade a few of your treats for some of Applejack's signature creations.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Especially those apple fritters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A trail of drool nearly escapes your mouth as you imagine the aroma and flavor of the treat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Preparing your breakfast, you hear a knock on your door.</span><br />&quot;Come on in!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Crime was nearly non-existent in Ponyville so none of the houses came with locks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Something sure smells good in here!&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yep, just making breakfast Twilight. Want some?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Two sets of hoofsteps make their way towards your kitchen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes please! I haven't been able to eat anything since Celestia's letter this morning.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, could I have some too? Uhm. That is, if it's not too much trouble.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Oh great. Of everyone she could bring, it had to be the pony that was completely obsessed with you.</span><br />&quot;Uh. Yeah. It's no big deal. Lemme get it started.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins conversation about a new book she's been reading.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some romance novel about a young colt and filly that found young love.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Serving the mares their plates, you try not to notice Fluttershy staring at you slack-jawed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um.. thank you sweetie.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hit her head lightly with yesterday's newspaper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She still recoils as if it was a sledgehammer.</span><br />&quot;Bad. No.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What did I do?&quot;</span><br />&quot;You know what you did.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She wasn't really a bad pony, but her constant attempts to guess your fetish or be your marefriend were getting on your nerves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wouldn't mind if she just asked to go on a date though.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sit down to enjoy your breakfast with a cup of coffee.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anyway, on to business Anon. My letter from the princess was a new assignment.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Oh?&quot; You say in curiosity. &quot;What's the assignment?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm supposed to form a small team to explore an abandoned house where a young filly went missing. I wanted to see if you wanted to help today&quot;</span><br />&quot;Sure! Why not! It sounds pretty awesome.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fantastic! Then the three of us will head off right after breakfast.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at her in surprise.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy is going?&quot; You ask questioningly, looking at the scaredy-cat pony.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, um. Well I'm sure that you will protect me if I get too scared Anon.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Suuure.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scene of Fluttershy being utterly terrified, now that's something you would like to see.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After cleaning up, the team begins their journey to the opposite end of Ponyville.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you begin to approach the abandoned house, the trail begins to fade into the surrounding yellowed grass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze was noticeably stronger out in the open land than it was in town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small house is barely visible off in the distance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scenery is hardly an indicator of Equestria's beautiful landscape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the grass was dead, or was simply overtaken by weeds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An unstained wooden fence stands dilapidated and slumped.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A graying carriage shows it's exposure to the elements near the fence's gate, which swings with the breeze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something doesn't feel right about this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy seems to be shivering while Twilight digs her nose into her map.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This seems to be the place.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-are you sure? Maybe w-we should head back. I think Angel needs feeding.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on Fluttershy's mane and she coo's softly.</span><br />&quot;Let's just get the assignment over with. The sooner we are done, the sooner we can head home.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sounds good.&quot; Asserts Twilight as she moves towards the break in the fence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-yes my love.&quot;</span><br />&quot;You just lost hand-holding privileges.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You follow Twilight trying not to look at Fluttershy's shocked face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had those!?!&quot; She says bringing up the tail.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You do your best to repress a laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving closer gives you a better inspection of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was much bigger than it looked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to get a good mental picture of the outside of this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house had two levels, and what it lacked in height and width, it made up in length.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the paint has been eaten by the elements, and the house has a noticeable slant to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no way that this place could be structurally stable.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;What few windows weren't boarded up, were broken with their curtains flowing smoothly outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Very few were on the bottom level, and the open windows upstairs only revealed emptiness on the inside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rocking chair on the porch creaked back and forth with the wind.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hairs stand on the back of your neck, and goosebumps begin to form on your arm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does anyone else feel like.... like...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;W-we are...&quot;</span><br />&quot;Being watched?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's eyes shrink to the size of needles and collapses.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pick her up and nod to Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't wanna go!&quot;</span><br />&quot;We will be done before you know it Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She opens the door to the house. &quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Fluttershy follow Twilight into the abandoned residence.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The boarded windows do little to let light in to the dim room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, would you look at that! Nopony is here. I guess that means we can all just go home.&quot; Fluttershy says unconvincingly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the yellow pony on the ground and she shrieks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Not until we search the entire house. Lets check under and inside everything.&quot; Orders Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Alright. I don't wanna be in here any longer than I have to.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are white blanket covers on the furniture in the room, which have grayed with dust and age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Pulling off each cover creates a massive cloud of dust, which promptly covers matching sets of ancient furniture.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Annie? Are you here? My name is Twilight! We are here to help you!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The only answer is pure silence, and the sound of teeth chattering.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy shut up.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She muzzles herself the best she can with her front hooves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a falling box comes from the back of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everyone looks down the dark hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You glance to Twilight who looks nervous.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looks like you are the leader now.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone there?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An eerie silence fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You move slowly toward the shadowy hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large plate flies down the hallway towards your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ducking quickly, it narrowly misses your face, and crashes to the ground.</span><br />&quot;Hey!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Silence is the only answer.</span><br />&quot;Come out of there, or we are coming down there.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, don't be so forceful. You might scare them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Another plate flies down towards you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stepping aside, it smashes against Fluttershy who has checked out of reality.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I take that back.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Twilight, light up that hallway.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight charges her horn, and lights the hallway with a beam of light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hallway is completely empty.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are two open rooms on the left, and a closed room and a boarded up window on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As well as a closed room at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Stay back. I'll go down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods to you as you inch your way towards the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your gut clenches and the air is dry and has a putrid taste.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every step you take makes the wooden floor under you creak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you approach the first open door on the left, you stop, and look back at the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks breathless, and Twilight is doing her best to keep her cool.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you break, these girls are going to lose it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stay strong.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath and move into the open room.</span><br />&quot;Annie? Are you in here? We are here to help.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room is filled with boxes, A clouded window dimly lights the room, casting silver light on the room's contents.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some of the boxes were opened, with their contents scattered around the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An open box of fine china sits near the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever threw those plates at you had to be in here.</span><br />&quot;I don't wanna play hide-and-seek today Annie. If your hiding you better come out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear a faint giggle from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning around, nopony is there.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a trail of cold sweat off your face, and continue into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Checking the open boxes, they contained fairly normal things for ponies such as books, children's toys, glassware and clothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There seemed to be lots of different things for young ponies in these boxes.</span><br />&quot;Hey Twilight, what was this place used for before it was abandoned?<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm pretty sure it used to be an orphanage, but I couldn't find the reason why it was closed.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open another box to find it full of porcelain pony dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The attention to details on these figures were terrifying, but the eyes were the worst.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You quickly close the box and take a deep breath.</span><br />&quot;Well, there isn't anything in here Twilight, lemme open a window and I'll check the next room.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Good Idea, we will try to get some of these boards down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Making your way to the window, you try to open the window, but brute force won't pry this one open.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a little of the clouded window to see outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small amount of light immediately makes a difference in the room's lighting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside at the bottom of the windowsill, you notice that the window was nailed shut from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever nailed this down, never wanted it to be opened. They must have used the whole box of nails.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly back away, and make your way to the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something brushes your leg, causing you to jump.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small ball bounces away from you, and you hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;Did you girls hear that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hear what Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This isn't fun anymore.</span><br />&quot;Nothing, must have been my imagination.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Walking out into the hallway, you take one last look into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You thought you closed that doll box.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No way that you are going back in there again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Back in the hallway, you inch towards the closed door on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on the doorknob, and try to turn it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Locked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An ear-splitting scream rings through the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sprint towards the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is pale and pointing towards you.</span><br />&quot;What's wrong. Are you okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes seem focused on something far away, and words fail her.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down to her and hold your hand to her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's cold to the touch.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, I think we should get out of here. Something is wrong.</span><br />&quot;Yeah. I agree.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You scoop up Fluttershy and head towards the open front door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams shut in front of you and Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no magic aura.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wind wasn't strong enough.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house groans from the sudden force.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;No more... Please... No more. I just wanna go home.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to Twilight, who is staring wide eyed in disbelief.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door won't open or budge.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You set down Fluttershy and try to ram the door down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It only serves to make your arms hurt.</span><br />&quot;Can your magic open it Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows a bright violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My magic isn't working on it, and I can't teleport for some reason.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice has a desperate tone to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I don't understand why though.&quot;</span><br />&quot;I think we are stuck. Unless we can get out of some of these windows.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You think to yourself about how to get out of this terrible place.</span><br />&quot;I remember seeing an open window on the way in. If I'm right, it should be towards the back of the house.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then lets find it and stick together.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you head back down the creaky hallway, illuminated by Twilight's magic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you pass the locked door, Fluttershy pipes up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, D-Did you try this door Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah, it was locked.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a squeaky door opening is heard from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy opened the door with ease and is shaking.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pat her head.</span><br />&quot;Good job.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the door she just opened, there appears to be a staircase to upstairs section of the house.</span><br />&quot;Let's check this out when the lower floor is cleared.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving down the hallway, you move to the next open door on the left.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Edging into the room carefully, Twilight follows suit to illuminate the darkest room of the house so far.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This room is a faded-yellowed pink, and is covered in children's toys.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Toys and games line the walls which have patterns of rainbows and flowers drawn across them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large, worn, circular rug fills most of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on the center of the rug is a pale blue little filly with disheveled black hair.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's holding a teddy bear and staring directly at you with fear in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on one knee to get on her eye level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You try to put on the warmest voice possible.</span><br />&quot;Hey there... What's your name?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes dig deep into your soul and send a shiver down your spine.</span><br />&quot;I'm Anon. Do you want to go home?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Anon?&quot; Twilight asks waveringly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly lifts her right hoof and points directly behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Curiosity gets the better of you, and you look over your left shoulder.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that is behind you is the two girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Who are you talking to?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Returning your gaze, all that remains in the middle of the room is the teddy bear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's inside stuffing was ripped outside of it and scattered across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stumble backwards at the disturbing surprise.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;I.. I don't know.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you feeling okay Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath, turn to the girls, and ask Twilight the question that has been on the tip of your tongue.</span><br />&quot;Twilight... are there hauntings in Equestria?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was scared you would ask that Anon.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy can't hold back the fear and tears anymore, and begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on the yellow pony's level.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy, I know this is really hard, but I'm going to need you to try and be strong for me. Okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm scared Anon. I'm so scared.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her some ear scritches.</span><br />&quot;We will get through this Fluttershy, we just need find the window and climb out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your calming words don't seem to be helping out much.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Time to pull out the big guns.</span><br />&quot;When we get out of here, I promise I'll take you out on a nice evening.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her sobs begin to quiet, and she looks up at you with a tired face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Okay Anon, I'll be strong for you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her a warm smile and immediately regret your words, realizing what you promised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Right now, that was the least of your worries.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You make your way over to the boarded window and try your hardest to push the boards that were nailed from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They won't budge.</span><br />&quot;Can you do anything on these Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let me see what I can do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows brightly, and begins to light up the room more.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to look around the room while Twilight does her thing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a pile of stuffed animals that Fluttershy is looking at intently.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had a bunny doll... just like that one... when I was a filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk towards them and examine some of them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Many of them showed typical play wear, but most of them had their eyes ripped off.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You dig deeper to the bottom of the pile of dolls when a sharp pain jolts into your hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;SHIT!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Retracting your hand, blood flies across the room and drips to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your hand has a massive stab wound in the middle of your palm, causing you to panic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Whats wrong Anon? What happened!&quot; inquires Twilight fearfully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A puddle of blood begins to stain the rug underneath you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Giggling rings through your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room seems to be spinning.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy shakes you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon! Sweetie! Get a hold of yourself!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everything returns to normal.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at your hand, your hand is fine, but you are holding a small knife.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the knife as if it were on fire and back away from it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls.</span><br />&quot;Let's get out of this room.&quot;</div></div>
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<div dir="ltr" class="mw-geshi mw-code mw-content-ltr"><div class="gettext source-gettext">&#160;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes just a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A gentle breeze rustles the curtains as golden rays enter the window of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes to take in the entirety of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house wasn't much, but you worked hard to earn it, and damn were you proud.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a good stretch, you get your ass out of bed to begin your day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing was on your plate today.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could do anything you wanted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Heading into the shower, you turn on the water to that magical setting that felt just right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Humming a tune to yourself, you begin to wonder what you will fill your day with.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could spend the day reading a book or practicing an instrument.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Of course, there was also that new recipe you wanted to try.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the evening you could head down to the Ponyville Pub and chat it up with some of the hardworking stallions.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They have some of the best stories you've heard since you came to town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting information on what appealed to the mares didn't hurt either.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You weren't attracted to the horses, but female companionship was a necessity in order to stay sane in this world.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning off the shower, you step out into the foggy bathroom and crack the door a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After wiping off the mirror, you begin to shave.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The shaving cream and razor are by no means perfect, but-</span><br />&quot;Ah! Crap.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood trickles down your neck.</span><br />&quot;Great.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe up the dribble.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on your throne, you ponder what you should have for breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Eggs and toast sound marvelous today. Plus, it's not often that you spoil yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After a flush, you head downstairs in a designer robe that Rarity gave you for your birthday.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The material was top notch, and it fit perfectly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You didn't even care that it was neon pink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a floral pattern.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;and baby bunnies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You prep a cup of coffee, and get out everything for your special breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside your window, you look outside to see the pear tree you planted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It looks like it may have ripe fruit next week.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You will have to trade a few of your treats for some of Applejack's signature creations.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Especially those apple fritters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A trail of drool nearly escapes your mouth as you imagine the aroma and flavor of the treat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Preparing your breakfast, you hear a knock on your door.</span><br />&quot;Come on in!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Crime was nearly non-existent in Ponyville so none of the houses came with locks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Something sure smells good in here!&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yep, just making breakfast Twilight. Want some?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Two sets of hoofsteps make their way towards your kitchen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes please! I haven't been able to eat anything since Celestia's letter this morning.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, could I have some too? Uhm. That is, if it's not too much trouble.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Oh great. Of everyone she could bring, it had to be the pony that was completely obsessed with you.</span><br />&quot;Uh. Yeah. It's no big deal. Lemme get it started.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins conversation about a new book she's been reading.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some romance novel about a young colt and filly that found young love.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Serving the mares their plates, you try not to notice Fluttershy staring at you slack-jawed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um.. thank you sweetie.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hit her head lightly with yesterday's newspaper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She still recoils as if it was a sledgehammer.</span><br />&quot;Bad. No.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What did I do?&quot;</span><br />&quot;You know what you did.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She wasn't really a bad pony, but her constant attempts to guess your fetish or be your marefriend were getting on your nerves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wouldn't mind if she just asked to go on a date though.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sit down to enjoy your breakfast with a cup of coffee.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anyway, on to business Anon. My letter from the princess was a new assignment.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Oh?&quot; You say in curiosity. &quot;What's the assignment?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm supposed to form a small team to explore an abandoned house where a young filly went missing. I wanted to see if you wanted to help today&quot;</span><br />&quot;Sure! Why not! It sounds pretty awesome.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fantastic! Then the three of us will head off right after breakfast.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at her in surprise.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy is going?&quot; You ask questioningly, looking at the scaredy-cat pony.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, um. Well I'm sure that you will protect me if I get too scared Anon.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Suuure.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scene of Fluttershy being utterly terrified, now that's something you would like to see.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After cleaning up, the team begins their journey to the opposite end of Ponyville.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you begin to approach the abandoned house, the trail begins to fade into the surrounding yellowed grass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze was noticeably stronger out in the open land than it was in town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small house is barely visible off in the distance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scenery is hardly an indicator of Equestria's beautiful landscape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the grass was dead, or was simply overtaken by weeds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An unstained wooden fence stands dilapidated and slumped.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A graying carriage shows it's exposure to the elements near the fence's gate, which swings with the breeze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something doesn't feel right about this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy seems to be shivering while Twilight digs her nose into her map.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This seems to be the place.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-are you sure? Maybe w-we should head back. I think Angel needs feeding.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on Fluttershy's mane and she coo's softly.</span><br />&quot;Let's just get the assignment over with. The sooner we are done, the sooner we can head home.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sounds good.&quot; Asserts Twilight as she moves towards the break in the fence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-yes my love.&quot;</span><br />&quot;You just lost hand-holding privileges.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You follow Twilight trying not to look at Fluttershy's shocked face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had those!?!&quot; She says bringing up the tail.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You do your best to repress a laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving closer gives you a better inspection of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was much bigger than it looked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to get a good mental picture of the outside of this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house had two levels, and what it lacked in height and width, it made up in length.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the paint has been eaten by the elements, and the house has a noticeable slant to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no way that this place could be structurally stable.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;What few windows weren't boarded up, were broken with their curtains flowing smoothly outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Very few were on the bottom level, and the open windows upstairs only revealed emptiness on the inside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rocking chair on the porch creaked back and forth with the wind.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hairs stand on the back of your neck, and goosebumps begin to form on your arm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does anyone else feel like.... like...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;W-we are...&quot;</span><br />&quot;Being watched?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's eyes shrink to the size of needles and collapses.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pick her up and nod to Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't wanna go!&quot;</span><br />&quot;We will be done before you know it Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She opens the door to the house. &quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Fluttershy follow Twilight into the abandoned residence.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The boarded windows do little to let light in to the dim room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, would you look at that! Nopony is here. I guess that means we can all just go home.&quot; Fluttershy says unconvincingly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the yellow pony on the ground and she shrieks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Not until we search the entire house. Lets check under and inside everything.&quot; Orders Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Alright. I don't wanna be in here any longer than I have to.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are white blanket covers on the furniture in the room, which have grayed with dust and age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Pulling off each cover creates a massive cloud of dust, which promptly covers matching sets of ancient furniture.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Annie? Are you here? My name is Twilight! We are here to help you!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The only answer is pure silence, and the sound of teeth chattering.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy shut up.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She muzzles herself the best she can with her front hooves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a falling box comes from the back of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everyone looks down the dark hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You glance to Twilight who looks nervous.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looks like you are the leader now.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone there?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An eerie silence fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You move slowly toward the shadowy hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large plate flies down the hallway towards your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ducking quickly, it narrowly misses your face, and crashes to the ground.</span><br />&quot;Hey!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Silence is the only answer.</span><br />&quot;Come out of there, or we are coming down there.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, don't be so forceful. You might scare them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Another plate flies down towards you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stepping aside, it smashes against Fluttershy who has checked out of reality.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I take that back.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Twilight, light up that hallway.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight charges her horn, and lights the hallway with a beam of light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hallway is completely empty.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are two open rooms on the left, and a closed room and a boarded up window on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As well as a closed room at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Stay back. I'll go down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods to you as you inch your way towards the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your gut clenches and the air is dry and has a putrid taste.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every step you take makes the wooden floor under you creak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you approach the first open door on the left, you stop, and look back at the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks breathless, and Twilight is doing her best to keep her cool.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you break, these girls are going to lose it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stay strong.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath and move into the open room.</span><br />&quot;Annie? Are you in here? We are here to help.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room is filled with boxes, A clouded window dimly lights the room, casting silver light on the room's contents.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some of the boxes were opened, with their contents scattered around the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An open box of fine china sits near the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever threw those plates at you had to be in here.</span><br />&quot;I don't wanna play hide-and-seek today Annie. If your hiding you better come out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear a faint giggle from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning around, nopony is there.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a trail of cold sweat off your face, and continue into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Checking the open boxes, they contained fairly normal things for ponies such as books, children's toys, glassware and clothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There seemed to be lots of different things for young ponies in these boxes.</span><br />&quot;Hey Twilight, what was this place used for before it was abandoned?<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm pretty sure it used to be an orphanage, but I couldn't find the reason why it was closed.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open another box to find it full of porcelain pony dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The attention to details on these figures were terrifying, but the eyes were the worst.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You quickly close the box and take a deep breath.</span><br />&quot;Well, there isn't anything in here Twilight, lemme open a window and I'll check the next room.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Good Idea, we will try to get some of these boards down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Making your way to the window, you try to open the window, but brute force won't pry this one open.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a little of the clouded window to see outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small amount of light immediately makes a difference in the room's lighting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside at the bottom of the windowsill, you notice that the window was nailed shut from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever nailed this down, never wanted it to be opened. They must have used the whole box of nails.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly back away, and make your way to the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something brushes your leg, causing you to jump.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small ball bounces away from you, and you hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;Did you girls hear that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hear what Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This isn't fun anymore.</span><br />&quot;Nothing, must have been my imagination.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Walking out into the hallway, you take one last look into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You thought you closed that doll box.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No way that you are going back in there again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Back in the hallway, you inch towards the closed door on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on the doorknob, and try to turn it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Locked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An ear-splitting scream rings through the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sprint towards the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is pale and pointing towards you.</span><br />&quot;What's wrong. Are you okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes seem focused on something far away, and words fail her.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down to her and hold your hand to her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's cold to the touch.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, I think we should get out of here. Something is wrong.</span><br />&quot;Yeah. I agree.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You scoop up Fluttershy and head towards the open front door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams shut in front of you and Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no magic aura.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wind wasn't strong enough.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house groans from the sudden force.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;No more... Please... No more. I just wanna go home.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to Twilight, who is staring wide eyed in disbelief.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door won't open or budge.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You set down Fluttershy and try to ram the door down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It only serves to make your arms hurt.</span><br />&quot;Can your magic open it Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows a bright violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My magic isn't working on it, and I can't teleport for some reason.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice has a desperate tone to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I don't understand why though.&quot;</span><br />&quot;I think we are stuck. Unless we can get out of some of these windows.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You think to yourself about how to get out of this terrible place.</span><br />&quot;I remember seeing an open window on the way in. If I'm right, it should be towards the back of the house.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then lets find it and stick together.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you head back down the creaky hallway, illuminated by Twilight's magic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you pass the locked door, Fluttershy pipes up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, D-Did you try this door Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah, it was locked.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a squeaky door opening is heard from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy opened the door with ease and is shaking.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pat her head.</span><br />&quot;Good job.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the door she just opened, there appears to be a staircase to upstairs section of the house.</span><br />&quot;Let's check this out when the lower floor is cleared.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving down the hallway, you move to the next open door on the left.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Edging into the room carefully, Twilight follows suit to illuminate the darkest room of the house so far.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This room is a faded-yellowed pink, and is covered in children's toys.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Toys and games line the walls which have patterns of rainbows and flowers drawn across them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large, worn, circular rug fills most of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on the center of the rug is a pale blue little filly with disheveled black hair.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's holding a teddy bear and staring directly at you with fear in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on one knee to get on her eye level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You try to put on the warmest voice possible.</span><br />&quot;Hey there... What's your name?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes dig deep into your soul and send a shiver down your spine.</span><br />&quot;I'm Anon. Do you want to go home?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Anon?&quot; Twilight asks waveringly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly lifts her right hoof and points directly behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Curiosity gets the better of you, and you look over your left shoulder.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that is behind you is the two girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Who are you talking to?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Returning your gaze, all that remains in the middle of the room is the teddy bear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's inside stuffing was ripped outside of it and scattered across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stumble backwards at the disturbing surprise.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;I.. I don't know.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you feeling okay Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath, turn to the girls, and ask Twilight the question that has been on the tip of your tongue.</span><br />&quot;Twilight... are there hauntings in Equestria?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was scared you would ask that Anon.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy can't hold back the fear and tears anymore, and begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on the yellow pony's level.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy, I know this is really hard, but I'm going to need you to try and be strong for me. Okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm scared Anon. I'm so scared.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her some ear scritches.</span><br />&quot;We will get through this Fluttershy, we just need find the window and climb out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your calming words don't seem to be helping out much.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Time to pull out the big guns.</span><br />&quot;When we get out of here, I promise I'll take you out on a nice evening.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her sobs begin to quiet, and she looks up at you with a tired face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Okay Anon, I'll be strong for you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her a warm smile and immediately regret your words, realizing what you promised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Right now, that was the least of your worries.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You make your way over to the boarded window and try your hardest to push the boards that were nailed from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They won't budge.</span><br />&quot;Can you do anything on these Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let me see what I can do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows brightly, and begins to light up the room more.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to look around the room while Twilight does her thing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a pile of stuffed animals that Fluttershy is looking at intently.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had a bunny doll... just like that one... when I was a filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk towards them and examine some of them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Many of them showed typical play wear, but most of them had their eyes ripped off.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You dig deeper to the bottom of the pile of dolls when a sharp pain jolts into your hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;SHIT!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Retracting your hand, blood flies across the room and drips to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your hand has a massive stab wound in the middle of your palm, causing you to panic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Whats wrong Anon? What happened!&quot; inquires Twilight fearfully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A puddle of blood begins to stain the rug underneath you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Giggling rings through your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room seems to be spinning.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy shakes you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon! Sweetie! Get a hold of yourself!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everything returns to normal.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at your hand, your hand is fine, but you are holding a small knife.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the knife as if it were on fire and back away from it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls.</span><br />&quot;Let's get out of this room.&quot;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br />A Darker Home - Part <span class="nu0">2</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two shocked mares slowly back away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The way they look at you, it's unclear what the reason for the fear in their eyes is.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Is it due to the transpiring events?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Or is it how the house treating you like the deflated teddy bear in the middle of of the rug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's hard to blame them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Determining what will be real from this point forward will be surely be difficult.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You rub your hand where you felt yourself hemorrhage.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain was so vivid and real that you felt your body being drained of energy and you felt cold.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Flexing your fingers, you move out to the hallway with Twilight and Fluttershy, who's gazes haven't left you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, are you sure you are okay?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Were you okay?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;How long were you going to be able to keep silent all of the things that you were hearing and seeing?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The giggling that persistently followed you thoughout the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The young filly that was sitting in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You still swore you closed that box of dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was important to keep these mares calm and collected in this situation, but Twilight knew you well.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She knew you were hiding something.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a deep breath of the cool, dry air you try to chose your words carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning your back to the girls, you face the room you were just in.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the center of the room, you see an outline etched in the small amount of faded light that enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPf4xjabi_0</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She lies on the floor where the teddy bear used to lay.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The silence has a new friend. The sound of slow, uneven breathing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Shh.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put a finger up to Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Do you see her?&quot; You ask her in a hushed tone.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;See what Anon?&quot; She returns in whisper.</span><br />&quot;In the middle of that room, right now, there is... what looks like a little filly.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her outline doesn't move nor change shape, but rather lies just beyond your recognition.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight takes two steps forward.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her outline disappears into the violet light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of breathing fades into silence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't see anything Anon...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sigh deeply.</span><br />&quot;I've been seeing these young ponies scattered throughout the house ever since we arrived.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy slowly nods at you.</span><br />&quot;I've been hearing them giggle at me whenever something weird has happened.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stares at you worried, yet unsurprised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You remember your trip into the storage room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ball that brushed up against you out of nowhere.</span><br />&quot;I think... one of them even tried... to play with me.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fluttershy, what happened to you earlier?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks at the worn floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-it was... h-horrible.&quot; she manages to stutter out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down and stroke her mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks up at you with a faint smile, and looks to Twilight, standing up straighter.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was this old mare.&quot; She pauses for a moment, to recollect all the details.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She was wearing a cooking apron and had... blood... all over it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice begins to waiver, trying to recollect the traumatic event.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She... pointed a knife at me... and told me... with a smile.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whimper escapes her mouth as her willpower begins to fade.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm first.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks into your eyes, her face filled with worry.</span><br />&quot;We won't let that happen Fluttershy.&quot; You say with the most convincing smile you can give.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon's right. We will be fine if we stick together. Now lets check the next room.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Straightening up, you turn to face the final door at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You reach for the doorknob when the door opens itself slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq5BZiseqdI</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly the new room begins to reveal itself to you, and it's full of bright beautiful sunshine flowing through the windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Six desks sat in a grid on beautiful stained oak floors.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nopony was inside this room, but you hear voices in here.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Footsteps are labored as you make this way into this warm, comfortable room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fresh flowers sat on a large desk in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A pitch-black chalkboard behind the desk explained how multiple digit multiplication worked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;From the front of the room, you hear a soothing feminine voice speak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now first class, you need to multiply the two right digits. So what is two times three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Filled with excited energy, you hear several young fillies add to chorus of beauty that surrounds you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Six!&quot; The fillies announce to their teacher.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Very good!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You continue moving forward into the beautiful surroundings.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The voice is bringing you one step closer to the source of peace and tranquility.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What are you doing, Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just a few more steps.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The petals of the fresh flowers waltz gracefully to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The sun's rays begin to shift from a bright white to a dark violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;STOP!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You freeze in your tracks, and blink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yzwpn0VfQg</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand at the edge of a massive gaping hole in the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that lies at the bottom of this hole, is unfathomable darkness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just looking into it rises bile into your throat and your hair stands on end.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a few steps back, you appear to be in the center of the room that used to be a classroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Broken rusted desks were tossed about or shoved against walls, and the teacher's desk was nowhere to be seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The once fine wood below was now curved, rough and splintered from age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Lying on the ground in scattered pieces all over the floor was the blackboard, and it's original spot on the wall stood barren.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room was graced by the golden sunset that made it's way through the open windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze from outside passed through this room with ease and blew the curtains from inside to outside.</span><br />&quot;Sorry Twilight.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was it another... vision?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah. This one was incredibly vivid.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;After your initial shock, the contents of the room register in your brain.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The open windows are in here, and the freedom that comes with them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The floor makes threatening cracks and pops as you walk across the fragile surface to the open windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They seem to have just enough space to allow the three of you to climb out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With luck, you would be able to come back with someone more experienced in these matters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Or even better, never come back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Honey?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath of fresh air to compose yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If it's keeping her calm, then might as well let her talk that way.</span><br />&quot;I'm trying to get us out of here through these windows. What do you need?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um... T-that's what she wants you to do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the yellow pegasus, who's pupils are needle sized, and focused on something behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning your head slowly, you try to see what Fluttershy sees.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to see...</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns her head between you too, confused why she is the only one who cannot see this phenomenon.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Standing one foot from you is your only shot to reach Ponyville before darkness settles in.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You had to take this chance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly stepping forward to the window, it's siren song calls to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly place your right hand on the bottom base of the window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stopping, there is no reaction in the air around you and the window doesn't move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-anon, please stop...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly you move to place your other hand on the base of the window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your senses are on edge, trying to sense anything around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then you feel it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A cold breath on your left hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Recoiling your hands, you narrowly miss the window slam shut, spraying fine pieces of glass across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rest of the windows slam shut in an orchestrated fashion and shoot their glass into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The golden light refracts onto the glass and projects into rainbow patters across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give Twilight a hard stare.</span><br />&quot;It won't let us out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to whimper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stands in place, thinking as hard as she could muster.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There has got to be a a way out of here.&quot;</span><br />&quot;If the spirit's know we find a way, they will probably just block it off.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Twilight reach the same conclusion at the same time.</span><br />&quot;We have to release them from the house to get out. Don't we?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It seems so.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Great.</span><br />&quot;So how to we even begin to do that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... all the books I've ever read on hauntings in Equestria were considered fiction.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Great!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You run your hands through your hair in exasperation.</span><br />&quot;So we are stuck in here for forever.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... there is one thing we could try. I just don't know if it will work.&quot;</span><br />&quot;We don't really have a choice. Let's hear it bookworm.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles at the dose of humor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We need to figure out why the spirit is here, and cut the tie that binds her here.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Once the ties are gone, then the spirit will be able to pass on to Tartarus.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Okay. Then how do we figure out what is tying the spirits down?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That... I'm not sure about. I suppose we have to explore the house and make an educated guess.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pace the room, looking down at the fine bits of glass as the sun begins to sink further into the sky.</span><br />&quot;Well, we better look upstairs then.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you exit the room, and move towards the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;So let's review. We established that this was an orphanage. We have seen a mean old mare, and at least one filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins to ascend the fragile, narrow stairs, while thinking aloud to herself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy follows her, while you bring up the rear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You can't help but look over your shoulders, feeling a set of eyes on your back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then maybe the spirit of the old mare is holding the children back from passing on.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Or the reverse.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;A group of giggles can be heard upstairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Reaching the top of the stairs, there are four doors on the side of the hallway without the stairs and two on the side with the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The stair-door is in the middle of the hallway with an even number of doors on both sides.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving into the right side of the hallway, you move to the source of the giggling.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking to the girls, you nod at them, and open the door slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly peeking in, you see six young fillies quickly float to six little beds and disappear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door fully, and slowly enter the room.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone here?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room doesn't move, but you feel several sets of eyes on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls who are nervous, but egging you on.</span><br />&quot;We just want to play.&quot; You say doubting yourself.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room replies with silence, but the air shifts uneasily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You want to play?&quot; says a voice from a corner of the room?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound makes you jump, and Fluttershy stifles a small yelp.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We like to play games...&quot; says another voice airily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What game would you like to play?&quot; says another excited voice.</span><br />&quot;How about the 'everyone is able to see each other' game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You mean hide and seek? I love that game!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Jenny, you are doing a terrible job of being scary.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why do we have to be scary all the time? I just wanna have fun!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Because being scary is fun!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Six young filly spirits, all with pale blue skin and no cutie marks, begin to appear in the center of the room, all arguing with each other.</span><br />&quot;Uh... girls?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Their argument intensifies, as you slowly move towards them.</span><br />&quot;Girls?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the fillies begin jumping up and down while another begins to scream.</span><br />&quot;GIRLS!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;All six stare at you with intensity in their eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;WHAT!&quot; They all yell with a might that shakes the whole house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lose your balance, and try to keep your calm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Treat them just like you would the crusaders.</span><br />&quot;My name is Anon. This is Fluttershy and Twilight.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;They continue to stare at you, with deep dark eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The paleness of their skin gives you chills.</span><br />&quot;We are trying to find a way to get out of here... but another spirit keeps trying to keep us in here. Some older lady spirit.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, that must be Gertrude. She is really mean to everyone.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Maybe she wants to kill you too!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to the girls for guidance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight moves into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We want to help you girls get out of here too, but we need to know how help you girls get out of here too. We think that if you girls aren't here anymore, she won't stay either.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The girls look around.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We are too scared to go... Gertrude would always beat us if we tried to leave.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's fear turns to compassion as she enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You poor little things...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Don't worry lady! It doesn't hurt anymore!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hoof comes to her mouth, unsure of what to say.</span><br />&quot;She can't make you girls stay here anymore. So why don't you girls pass on?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We don't waaannna.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You run your hands through your hair. Even fillies were hard to deal with even when they weren't living.</span><br />&quot;How about this... we play a game of hide and seek... and if we find you, you pass on.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fillies all look at each other and discuss among themselves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the six pulls away from the group and addresses you directly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;On one condition.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Okay. What is it.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you lose, you stay here with us, and play with us.&quot;</span><br />&quot;That doesn't sound so ba-&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Forever.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You knew it wouldn't be easy.</span><br />&quot;Okay. That sounds fine, but you have to be visible and you can only hide on this floor, or the ground floor.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fillies talk amoung themselves again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's fine. We are too scared to go into the basement anyway.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then let's begin.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;All of you close your eyes and count to twenty!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ghost fillies all disappear into thin air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to the Twilight and Fluttershy.</span><br />&quot;Here goes nothing.&quot;</div></div>
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<div dir="ltr" class="mw-geshi mw-code mw-content-ltr"><div class="gettext source-gettext">&#160;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes just a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A gentle breeze rustles the curtains as golden rays enter the window of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes to take in the entirety of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house wasn't much, but you worked hard to earn it, and damn were you proud.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a good stretch, you get your ass out of bed to begin your day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing was on your plate today.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could do anything you wanted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Heading into the shower, you turn on the water to that magical setting that felt just right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Humming a tune to yourself, you begin to wonder what you will fill your day with.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could spend the day reading a book or practicing an instrument.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Of course, there was also that new recipe you wanted to try.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the evening you could head down to the Ponyville Pub and chat it up with some of the hardworking stallions.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They have some of the best stories you've heard since you came to town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting information on what appealed to the mares didn't hurt either.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You weren't attracted to the horses, but female companionship was a necessity in order to stay sane in this world.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning off the shower, you step out into the foggy bathroom and crack the door a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After wiping off the mirror, you begin to shave.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The shaving cream and razor are by no means perfect, but-</span><br />&quot;Ah! Crap.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood trickles down your neck.</span><br />&quot;Great.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe up the dribble.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on your throne, you ponder what you should have for breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Eggs and toast sound marvelous today. Plus, it's not often that you spoil yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After a flush, you head downstairs in a designer robe that Rarity gave you for your birthday.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The material was top notch, and it fit perfectly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You didn't even care that it was neon pink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a floral pattern.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;and baby bunnies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You prep a cup of coffee, and get out everything for your special breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside your window, you look outside to see the pear tree you planted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It looks like it may have ripe fruit next week.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You will have to trade a few of your treats for some of Applejack's signature creations.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Especially those apple fritters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A trail of drool nearly escapes your mouth as you imagine the aroma and flavor of the treat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Preparing your breakfast, you hear a knock on your door.</span><br />&quot;Come on in!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Crime was nearly non-existent in Ponyville so none of the houses came with locks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Something sure smells good in here!&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yep, just making breakfast Twilight. Want some?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Two sets of hoofsteps make their way towards your kitchen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes please! I haven't been able to eat anything since Celestia's letter this morning.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, could I have some too? Uhm. That is, if it's not too much trouble.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Oh great. Of everyone she could bring, it had to be the pony that was completely obsessed with you.</span><br />&quot;Uh. Yeah. It's no big deal. Lemme get it started.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins conversation about a new book she's been reading.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some romance novel about a young colt and filly that found young love.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Serving the mares their plates, you try not to notice Fluttershy staring at you slack-jawed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um.. thank you sweetie.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hit her head lightly with yesterday's newspaper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She still recoils as if it was a sledgehammer.</span><br />&quot;Bad. No.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What did I do?&quot;</span><br />&quot;You know what you did.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She wasn't really a bad pony, but her constant attempts to guess your fetish or be your marefriend were getting on your nerves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wouldn't mind if she just asked to go on a date though.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sit down to enjoy your breakfast with a cup of coffee.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anyway, on to business Anon. My letter from the princess was a new assignment.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Oh?&quot; You say in curiosity. &quot;What's the assignment?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm supposed to form a small team to explore an abandoned house where a young filly went missing. I wanted to see if you wanted to help today&quot;</span><br />&quot;Sure! Why not! It sounds pretty awesome.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fantastic! Then the three of us will head off right after breakfast.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at her in surprise.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy is going?&quot; You ask questioningly, looking at the scaredy-cat pony.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, um. Well I'm sure that you will protect me if I get too scared Anon.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Suuure.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scene of Fluttershy being utterly terrified, now that's something you would like to see.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After cleaning up, the team begins their journey to the opposite end of Ponyville.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you begin to approach the abandoned house, the trail begins to fade into the surrounding yellowed grass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze was noticeably stronger out in the open land than it was in town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small house is barely visible off in the distance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scenery is hardly an indicator of Equestria's beautiful landscape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the grass was dead, or was simply overtaken by weeds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An unstained wooden fence stands dilapidated and slumped.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A graying carriage shows it's exposure to the elements near the fence's gate, which swings with the breeze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something doesn't feel right about this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy seems to be shivering while Twilight digs her nose into her map.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This seems to be the place.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-are you sure? Maybe w-we should head back. I think Angel needs feeding.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on Fluttershy's mane and she coo's softly.</span><br />&quot;Let's just get the assignment over with. The sooner we are done, the sooner we can head home.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sounds good.&quot; Asserts Twilight as she moves towards the break in the fence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-yes my love.&quot;</span><br />&quot;You just lost hand-holding privileges.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You follow Twilight trying not to look at Fluttershy's shocked face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had those!?!&quot; She says bringing up the tail.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You do your best to repress a laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving closer gives you a better inspection of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was much bigger than it looked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to get a good mental picture of the outside of this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house had two levels, and what it lacked in height and width, it made up in length.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the paint has been eaten by the elements, and the house has a noticeable slant to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no way that this place could be structurally stable.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;What few windows weren't boarded up, were broken with their curtains flowing smoothly outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Very few were on the bottom level, and the open windows upstairs only revealed emptiness on the inside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rocking chair on the porch creaked back and forth with the wind.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hairs stand on the back of your neck, and goosebumps begin to form on your arm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does anyone else feel like.... like...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;W-we are...&quot;</span><br />&quot;Being watched?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's eyes shrink to the size of needles and collapses.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pick her up and nod to Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't wanna go!&quot;</span><br />&quot;We will be done before you know it Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She opens the door to the house. &quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Fluttershy follow Twilight into the abandoned residence.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The boarded windows do little to let light in to the dim room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, would you look at that! Nopony is here. I guess that means we can all just go home.&quot; Fluttershy says unconvincingly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the yellow pony on the ground and she shrieks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Not until we search the entire house. Lets check under and inside everything.&quot; Orders Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Alright. I don't wanna be in here any longer than I have to.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are white blanket covers on the furniture in the room, which have grayed with dust and age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Pulling off each cover creates a massive cloud of dust, which promptly covers matching sets of ancient furniture.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Annie? Are you here? My name is Twilight! We are here to help you!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The only answer is pure silence, and the sound of teeth chattering.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy shut up.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She muzzles herself the best she can with her front hooves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a falling box comes from the back of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everyone looks down the dark hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You glance to Twilight who looks nervous.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looks like you are the leader now.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone there?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An eerie silence fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You move slowly toward the shadowy hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large plate flies down the hallway towards your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ducking quickly, it narrowly misses your face, and crashes to the ground.</span><br />&quot;Hey!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Silence is the only answer.</span><br />&quot;Come out of there, or we are coming down there.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, don't be so forceful. You might scare them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Another plate flies down towards you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stepping aside, it smashes against Fluttershy who has checked out of reality.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I take that back.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Twilight, light up that hallway.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight charges her horn, and lights the hallway with a beam of light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hallway is completely empty.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are two open rooms on the left, and a closed room and a boarded up window on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As well as a closed room at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Stay back. I'll go down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods to you as you inch your way towards the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your gut clenches and the air is dry and has a putrid taste.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every step you take makes the wooden floor under you creak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you approach the first open door on the left, you stop, and look back at the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks breathless, and Twilight is doing her best to keep her cool.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you break, these girls are going to lose it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stay strong.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath and move into the open room.</span><br />&quot;Annie? Are you in here? We are here to help.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room is filled with boxes, A clouded window dimly lights the room, casting silver light on the room's contents.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some of the boxes were opened, with their contents scattered around the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An open box of fine china sits near the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever threw those plates at you had to be in here.</span><br />&quot;I don't wanna play hide-and-seek today Annie. If your hiding you better come out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear a faint giggle from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning around, nopony is there.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a trail of cold sweat off your face, and continue into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Checking the open boxes, they contained fairly normal things for ponies such as books, children's toys, glassware and clothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There seemed to be lots of different things for young ponies in these boxes.</span><br />&quot;Hey Twilight, what was this place used for before it was abandoned?<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm pretty sure it used to be an orphanage, but I couldn't find the reason why it was closed.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open another box to find it full of porcelain pony dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The attention to details on these figures were terrifying, but the eyes were the worst.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You quickly close the box and take a deep breath.</span><br />&quot;Well, there isn't anything in here Twilight, lemme open a window and I'll check the next room.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Good Idea, we will try to get some of these boards down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Making your way to the window, you try to open the window, but brute force won't pry this one open.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a little of the clouded window to see outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small amount of light immediately makes a difference in the room's lighting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside at the bottom of the windowsill, you notice that the window was nailed shut from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever nailed this down, never wanted it to be opened. They must have used the whole box of nails.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly back away, and make your way to the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something brushes your leg, causing you to jump.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small ball bounces away from you, and you hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;Did you girls hear that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hear what Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This isn't fun anymore.</span><br />&quot;Nothing, must have been my imagination.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Walking out into the hallway, you take one last look into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You thought you closed that doll box.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No way that you are going back in there again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Back in the hallway, you inch towards the closed door on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on the doorknob, and try to turn it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Locked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An ear-splitting scream rings through the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sprint towards the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is pale and pointing towards you.</span><br />&quot;What's wrong. Are you okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes seem focused on something far away, and words fail her.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down to her and hold your hand to her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's cold to the touch.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, I think we should get out of here. Something is wrong.</span><br />&quot;Yeah. I agree.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You scoop up Fluttershy and head towards the open front door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams shut in front of you and Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no magic aura.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wind wasn't strong enough.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house groans from the sudden force.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;No more... Please... No more. I just wanna go home.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to Twilight, who is staring wide eyed in disbelief.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door won't open or budge.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You set down Fluttershy and try to ram the door down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It only serves to make your arms hurt.</span><br />&quot;Can your magic open it Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows a bright violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My magic isn't working on it, and I can't teleport for some reason.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice has a desperate tone to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I don't understand why though.&quot;</span><br />&quot;I think we are stuck. Unless we can get out of some of these windows.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You think to yourself about how to get out of this terrible place.</span><br />&quot;I remember seeing an open window on the way in. If I'm right, it should be towards the back of the house.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then lets find it and stick together.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you head back down the creaky hallway, illuminated by Twilight's magic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you pass the locked door, Fluttershy pipes up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, D-Did you try this door Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah, it was locked.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a squeaky door opening is heard from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy opened the door with ease and is shaking.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pat her head.</span><br />&quot;Good job.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the door she just opened, there appears to be a staircase to upstairs section of the house.</span><br />&quot;Let's check this out when the lower floor is cleared.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving down the hallway, you move to the next open door on the left.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Edging into the room carefully, Twilight follows suit to illuminate the darkest room of the house so far.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This room is a faded-yellowed pink, and is covered in children's toys.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Toys and games line the walls which have patterns of rainbows and flowers drawn across them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large, worn, circular rug fills most of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on the center of the rug is a pale blue little filly with disheveled black hair.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's holding a teddy bear and staring directly at you with fear in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on one knee to get on her eye level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You try to put on the warmest voice possible.</span><br />&quot;Hey there... What's your name?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes dig deep into your soul and send a shiver down your spine.</span><br />&quot;I'm Anon. Do you want to go home?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Anon?&quot; Twilight asks waveringly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly lifts her right hoof and points directly behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Curiosity gets the better of you, and you look over your left shoulder.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that is behind you is the two girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Who are you talking to?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Returning your gaze, all that remains in the middle of the room is the teddy bear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's inside stuffing was ripped outside of it and scattered across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stumble backwards at the disturbing surprise.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;I.. I don't know.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you feeling okay Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath, turn to the girls, and ask Twilight the question that has been on the tip of your tongue.</span><br />&quot;Twilight... are there hauntings in Equestria?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was scared you would ask that Anon.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy can't hold back the fear and tears anymore, and begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on the yellow pony's level.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy, I know this is really hard, but I'm going to need you to try and be strong for me. Okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm scared Anon. I'm so scared.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her some ear scritches.</span><br />&quot;We will get through this Fluttershy, we just need find the window and climb out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your calming words don't seem to be helping out much.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Time to pull out the big guns.</span><br />&quot;When we get out of here, I promise I'll take you out on a nice evening.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her sobs begin to quiet, and she looks up at you with a tired face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Okay Anon, I'll be strong for you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her a warm smile and immediately regret your words, realizing what you promised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Right now, that was the least of your worries.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You make your way over to the boarded window and try your hardest to push the boards that were nailed from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They won't budge.</span><br />&quot;Can you do anything on these Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let me see what I can do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows brightly, and begins to light up the room more.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to look around the room while Twilight does her thing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a pile of stuffed animals that Fluttershy is looking at intently.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had a bunny doll... just like that one... when I was a filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk towards them and examine some of them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Many of them showed typical play wear, but most of them had their eyes ripped off.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You dig deeper to the bottom of the pile of dolls when a sharp pain jolts into your hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;SHIT!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Retracting your hand, blood flies across the room and drips to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your hand has a massive stab wound in the middle of your palm, causing you to panic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Whats wrong Anon? What happened!&quot; inquires Twilight fearfully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A puddle of blood begins to stain the rug underneath you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Giggling rings through your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room seems to be spinning.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy shakes you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon! Sweetie! Get a hold of yourself!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everything returns to normal.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at your hand, your hand is fine, but you are holding a small knife.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the knife as if it were on fire and back away from it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls.</span><br />&quot;Let's get out of this room.&quot;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br />A Darker Home - Part <span class="nu0">2</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two shocked mares slowly back away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The way they look at you, it's unclear what the reason for the fear in their eyes is.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Is it due to the transpiring events?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Or is it how the house treating you like the deflated teddy bear in the middle of of the rug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's hard to blame them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Determining what will be real from this point forward will be surely be difficult.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You rub your hand where you felt yourself hemorrhage.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain was so vivid and real that you felt your body being drained of energy and you felt cold.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Flexing your fingers, you move out to the hallway with Twilight and Fluttershy, who's gazes haven't left you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, are you sure you are okay?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Were you okay?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;How long were you going to be able to keep silent all of the things that you were hearing and seeing?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The giggling that persistently followed you thoughout the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The young filly that was sitting in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You still swore you closed that box of dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was important to keep these mares calm and collected in this situation, but Twilight knew you well.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She knew you were hiding something.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a deep breath of the cool, dry air you try to chose your words carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning your back to the girls, you face the room you were just in.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the center of the room, you see an outline etched in the small amount of faded light that enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPf4xjabi_0</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She lies on the floor where the teddy bear used to lay.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The silence has a new friend. The sound of slow, uneven breathing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Shh.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put a finger up to Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Do you see her?&quot; You ask her in a hushed tone.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;See what Anon?&quot; She returns in whisper.</span><br />&quot;In the middle of that room, right now, there is... what looks like a little filly.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her outline doesn't move nor change shape, but rather lies just beyond your recognition.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight takes two steps forward.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her outline disappears into the violet light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of breathing fades into silence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't see anything Anon...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sigh deeply.</span><br />&quot;I've been seeing these young ponies scattered throughout the house ever since we arrived.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy slowly nods at you.</span><br />&quot;I've been hearing them giggle at me whenever something weird has happened.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stares at you worried, yet unsurprised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You remember your trip into the storage room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ball that brushed up against you out of nowhere.</span><br />&quot;I think... one of them even tried... to play with me.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fluttershy, what happened to you earlier?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks at the worn floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-it was... h-horrible.&quot; she manages to stutter out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down and stroke her mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks up at you with a faint smile, and looks to Twilight, standing up straighter.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was this old mare.&quot; She pauses for a moment, to recollect all the details.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She was wearing a cooking apron and had... blood... all over it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice begins to waiver, trying to recollect the traumatic event.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She... pointed a knife at me... and told me... with a smile.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whimper escapes her mouth as her willpower begins to fade.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm first.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks into your eyes, her face filled with worry.</span><br />&quot;We won't let that happen Fluttershy.&quot; You say with the most convincing smile you can give.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon's right. We will be fine if we stick together. Now lets check the next room.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Straightening up, you turn to face the final door at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You reach for the doorknob when the door opens itself slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq5BZiseqdI</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly the new room begins to reveal itself to you, and it's full of bright beautiful sunshine flowing through the windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Six desks sat in a grid on beautiful stained oak floors.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nopony was inside this room, but you hear voices in here.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Footsteps are labored as you make this way into this warm, comfortable room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fresh flowers sat on a large desk in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A pitch-black chalkboard behind the desk explained how multiple digit multiplication worked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;From the front of the room, you hear a soothing feminine voice speak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now first class, you need to multiply the two right digits. So what is two times three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Filled with excited energy, you hear several young fillies add to chorus of beauty that surrounds you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Six!&quot; The fillies announce to their teacher.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Very good!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You continue moving forward into the beautiful surroundings.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The voice is bringing you one step closer to the source of peace and tranquility.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What are you doing, Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just a few more steps.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The petals of the fresh flowers waltz gracefully to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The sun's rays begin to shift from a bright white to a dark violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;STOP!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You freeze in your tracks, and blink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yzwpn0VfQg</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand at the edge of a massive gaping hole in the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that lies at the bottom of this hole, is unfathomable darkness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just looking into it rises bile into your throat and your hair stands on end.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a few steps back, you appear to be in the center of the room that used to be a classroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Broken rusted desks were tossed about or shoved against walls, and the teacher's desk was nowhere to be seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The once fine wood below was now curved, rough and splintered from age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Lying on the ground in scattered pieces all over the floor was the blackboard, and it's original spot on the wall stood barren.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room was graced by the golden sunset that made it's way through the open windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze from outside passed through this room with ease and blew the curtains from inside to outside.</span><br />&quot;Sorry Twilight.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was it another... vision?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah. This one was incredibly vivid.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;After your initial shock, the contents of the room register in your brain.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The open windows are in here, and the freedom that comes with them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The floor makes threatening cracks and pops as you walk across the fragile surface to the open windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They seem to have just enough space to allow the three of you to climb out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With luck, you would be able to come back with someone more experienced in these matters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Or even better, never come back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Honey?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath of fresh air to compose yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If it's keeping her calm, then might as well let her talk that way.</span><br />&quot;I'm trying to get us out of here through these windows. What do you need?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um... T-that's what she wants you to do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the yellow pegasus, who's pupils are needle sized, and focused on something behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning your head slowly, you try to see what Fluttershy sees.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to see...</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns her head between you too, confused why she is the only one who cannot see this phenomenon.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Standing one foot from you is your only shot to reach Ponyville before darkness settles in.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You had to take this chance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly stepping forward to the window, it's siren song calls to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly place your right hand on the bottom base of the window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stopping, there is no reaction in the air around you and the window doesn't move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-anon, please stop...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly you move to place your other hand on the base of the window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your senses are on edge, trying to sense anything around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then you feel it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A cold breath on your left hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Recoiling your hands, you narrowly miss the window slam shut, spraying fine pieces of glass across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rest of the windows slam shut in an orchestrated fashion and shoot their glass into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The golden light refracts onto the glass and projects into rainbow patters across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give Twilight a hard stare.</span><br />&quot;It won't let us out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to whimper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stands in place, thinking as hard as she could muster.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There has got to be a a way out of here.&quot;</span><br />&quot;If the spirit's know we find a way, they will probably just block it off.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Twilight reach the same conclusion at the same time.</span><br />&quot;We have to release them from the house to get out. Don't we?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It seems so.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Great.</span><br />&quot;So how to we even begin to do that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... all the books I've ever read on hauntings in Equestria were considered fiction.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Great!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You run your hands through your hair in exasperation.</span><br />&quot;So we are stuck in here for forever.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... there is one thing we could try. I just don't know if it will work.&quot;</span><br />&quot;We don't really have a choice. Let's hear it bookworm.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles at the dose of humor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We need to figure out why the spirit is here, and cut the tie that binds her here.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Once the ties are gone, then the spirit will be able to pass on to Tartarus.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Okay. Then how do we figure out what is tying the spirits down?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That... I'm not sure about. I suppose we have to explore the house and make an educated guess.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pace the room, looking down at the fine bits of glass as the sun begins to sink further into the sky.</span><br />&quot;Well, we better look upstairs then.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you exit the room, and move towards the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;So let's review. We established that this was an orphanage. We have seen a mean old mare, and at least one filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins to ascend the fragile, narrow stairs, while thinking aloud to herself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy follows her, while you bring up the rear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You can't help but look over your shoulders, feeling a set of eyes on your back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then maybe the spirit of the old mare is holding the children back from passing on.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Or the reverse.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;A group of giggles can be heard upstairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Reaching the top of the stairs, there are four doors on the side of the hallway without the stairs and two on the side with the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The stair-door is in the middle of the hallway with an even number of doors on both sides.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving into the right side of the hallway, you move to the source of the giggling.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking to the girls, you nod at them, and open the door slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly peeking in, you see six young fillies quickly float to six little beds and disappear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door fully, and slowly enter the room.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone here?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room doesn't move, but you feel several sets of eyes on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls who are nervous, but egging you on.</span><br />&quot;We just want to play.&quot; You say doubting yourself.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room replies with silence, but the air shifts uneasily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You want to play?&quot; says a voice from a corner of the room?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound makes you jump, and Fluttershy stifles a small yelp.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We like to play games...&quot; says another voice airily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What game would you like to play?&quot; says another excited voice.</span><br />&quot;How about the 'everyone is able to see each other' game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You mean hide and seek? I love that game!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Jenny, you are doing a terrible job of being scary.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why do we have to be scary all the time? I just wanna have fun!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Because being scary is fun!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Six young filly spirits, all with pale blue skin and no cutie marks, begin to appear in the center of the room, all arguing with each other.</span><br />&quot;Uh... girls?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Their argument intensifies, as you slowly move towards them.</span><br />&quot;Girls?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the fillies begin jumping up and down while another begins to scream.</span><br />&quot;GIRLS!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;All six stare at you with intensity in their eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;WHAT!&quot; They all yell with a might that shakes the whole house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lose your balance, and try to keep your calm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Treat them just like you would the crusaders.</span><br />&quot;My name is Anon. This is Fluttershy and Twilight.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;They continue to stare at you, with deep dark eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The paleness of their skin gives you chills.</span><br />&quot;We are trying to find a way to get out of here... but another spirit keeps trying to keep us in here. Some older lady spirit.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, that must be Gertrude. She is really mean to everyone.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Maybe she wants to kill you too!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to the girls for guidance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight moves into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We want to help you girls get out of here too, but we need to know how help you girls get out of here too. We think that if you girls aren't here anymore, she won't stay either.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The girls look around.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We are too scared to go... Gertrude would always beat us if we tried to leave.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's fear turns to compassion as she enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You poor little things...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Don't worry lady! It doesn't hurt anymore!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hoof comes to her mouth, unsure of what to say.</span><br />&quot;She can't make you girls stay here anymore. So why don't you girls pass on?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We don't waaannna.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You run your hands through your hair. Even fillies were hard to deal with even when they weren't living.</span><br />&quot;How about this... we play a game of hide and seek... and if we find you, you pass on.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fillies all look at each other and discuss among themselves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the six pulls away from the group and addresses you directly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;On one condition.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Okay. What is it.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you lose, you stay here with us, and play with us.&quot;</span><br />&quot;That doesn't sound so ba-&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Forever.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You knew it wouldn't be easy.</span><br />&quot;Okay. That sounds fine, but you have to be visible and you can only hide on this floor, or the ground floor.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fillies talk amoung themselves again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's fine. We are too scared to go into the basement anyway.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then let's begin.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;All of you close your eyes and count to twenty!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ghost fillies all disappear into thin air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to the Twilight and Fluttershy.</span><br />&quot;Here goes nothing.&quot;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let's get counting then. Everyone, eyes closed. We have to play by their rules.&quot; orders Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;B-but... Then we wouldn't see if something is coming into the room.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You place a hand on Fluttershy's mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to her with a smile.</span><br />&quot;The sooner we get this done, the sooner we get out. Eyes on the prize Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles and nods to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eyes closed everyone. I'll begin the countdown.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You close your eyes tightly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNmHTb8K95k</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Yet your vision does not fail you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room is devoid of your pony friends, and a mare with a long silver mane stands in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her gray coat seems to radiate hatred as a feeling of unease enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;One.&quot; You hear Twilight say from all around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Time feels as if it is slowing down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You can't run.&quot; Says the mare in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You try to open your mouth, but words stay in the back of your throat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Burning sensations run through your body as you command it to move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You are mine now.&quot; The mare says to you, as she slowly walks across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Each footstep leaves echoes resonating through the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Two.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fighting through the pain, your legs move backwards, matching the speed of the oncoming mare.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you want your friends to stay alive, you have to play my game.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Words continue to fail you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Maybe it can hear your thoughts.</span><br />&quot;What kind of game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The apparition giggles to you as you stumble your footing, shooting pain up your right leg.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's simple... Easy in fact.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Four.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I haven't felt a stallion's touch in decades...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hit the wall, and you can see a malevolent smile stretch across her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Five.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You are going to be...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She disappears in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Silence envelops the stale air as you scan around you for any sight of her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel something behind you, causing you to bolt around to see the empty wall.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;All mine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Six.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Control over your body becomes even more difficult as you begin to lift into the air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fighting the external force feels useless as more pain flows through you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Seven.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Air flies through your body as you are thrown on one of the undersized beds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The covers rip into several pieces and bind you to the bedposts.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eight.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The mare floats above you, with her hair covering all but the lustful smile on her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm going to enjoy this... very much.&quot; She says menacingly, floating down on top of your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a moment to take a deep whiff of your hair before she nibbles your ear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Nine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn your head to look away from your oppressor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every move you made as well as every action she did to you sends sharp juts of pain through your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She grabs your face with one hoof and forces her tongue into your mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Ten.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sensations of pain weren't what caused you to gag and choke.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was the dry, moldy texture of decaying flesh performing a slow dance in your mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She slowly moves a hoof down and tears your shirt off you in one strong motion.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eleven.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel her tongue move like sandpaper down your chest towards your manhood, while massaging your groin with a hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly she undoes your pants, and pulls everything down, as if trying to enjoy a present on Christmas Day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Twelve.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Stop... Please...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An invisible force punches you in the face, causing blood to join your saliva.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;SILENCE.&quot; She says in a booming voice shaking the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thirteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She raises herself above your crotch and lets out a short triumphant giggle.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A cold, slimey sensation envelops your member as she plunges down on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Ohhh... yesss.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fourteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You've never something like this before.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The texture makes you want to throw up, but pain is beginning to overwhelm the feeling of disgust.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her body feels as cold as ice.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fifteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your body begins to respond purely on instinct.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her motions become faster as she lets out more tiny moans.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh yes! Ohh yes! Fuck!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sixteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel yourself beginning to near climax, as your body tightens up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain is unbearable as you feel as if you were on fire.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She leans into your body and bites into your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Seventeen.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Oh god no...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes... give me all of it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fire flows through your veins as you pump your seed into her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her iciness begins to melt some.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eighteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Mmmmm.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She continues to pump you for the rest of your juices.</span><br />&quot;Just... Don't hurt them...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Nineteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hurt them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hair parts in front of you, revealing two deep black bleeding eyes that pierce directly into your soul.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;None of you will leave alive.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Twenty!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your eyes shoot open, and you gasp for breath.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two ponies scan the room just as you are right now.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing seems to be different.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn around, so that the ponies can't see you check your pants.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a thin coat of slime covering your stiff member.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A feminine giggle rings through your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well. Let's get searching.&quot; Says Twilight in a worried tone.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to face the ponies, and nod as confidently as you can.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah Fluttershy?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-your neck... it's bleeding.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Reaching your hand to your neck, you pull away traces of blood.</span><br />&quot;We will just have to have it looked at when we get out of here.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Exiting the room, you take one last look back at the bed where your hallucination took you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It seems completely normal, with the exception of a few drops of blood near the pillows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a chill running down your spine, you leave the room.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Entering the hallway, there are two closed doors directly in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pull a bit out of your pocket.</span><br />&quot;Heads we take the left one, Tails we take the right one.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You flip the bit into the air, and it falls to the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bit spins on the ground for a while, and shows heads.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then flips and shows tails.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you all say &quot;Heads.&quot; at the same time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the left door reveals a fairly large bathroom with a tile floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you slowly move inside to explore the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There seemed to be three showers, three sinks and mirrors, and a few toilet rooms which right now are closed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight makes her horn brighter as she moves to check the toilet stalls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You move to the mirrors to assess the damage on your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bleeding wasn't terrible, but it really stung.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wound was in the shape of a bite.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sweetie... did you have another vision?&quot; Inquires the timid yellow pegasus.</span><br />&quot;Yeah...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was it what hurt you?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She tugs on your pant leg, indicating for you to get down on her level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After kneeling down, she wraps her arms around you and gives you a deep hug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small part deep inside of you warms up a little.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The weight of the vision crashes down as small tears fall onto her pink mane.</span><br />&quot;Thanks... Shy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give a light sniff to recompose yourself.</span><br />&quot;I really needed that.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lean away to look into her caring cyan eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whispy face suddenly flies down between the two of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;BOO!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Both you and Fluttershy jump inside your skin and fall backwards.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ghostly filly doubles over in taught laughter.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Haha! I scared you two to death!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns to the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yeah, but we found you! Which means you have to pass on for us.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly thinks about this for a moment.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The question takes the three of you aback for a second.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What is there when I pass on that makes me want to be there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight looks to you, unsure of how to answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Surprisingly, Fluttershy is the one to answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;M-my momma told me when I was a little filly, that when somepony passes on, that there is a wonderful place that we go to that has all of our friends and family waiting for us.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Even our animal friends.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly looks up to Fluttershy, with her face gradually melting into a small smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does... does that mean I get to see mommy again?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight's hoof comes to her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears well in Fluttershy's eyes as she nods to the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;And soon, the rest of your friends will be there too, and you will be able to play every day.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly smiles, as she looks towards the door of the bathroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Reccommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HD78bFap4XE</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A bright light begins to envelop the doorway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Mommy?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a few small steps towards the door, as the pale filly's voice begins to crack.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning to the three of you, she is wearing the biggest smile you've ever seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her skin begins to transition to a much more colorful tan, and her mane becomes as red and vibrant as velvet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears fall from her eyes, as she opens her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... for helping me. You don't know how much this means to me.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A tall mare stands at the door shadowed by the light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come along dear! There is a big party waiting!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly looks to the door and back to Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy simply smiles and nods to the little filly. &quot;Have fun little one.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She turns to you and Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Please help my friends. Gertrude is so mean to us... all the time... every day. I want them to be able to feel this happy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly turns towards the door and trots into the light, as the door slowly closes behind her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your hearts are warm, knowing that the little filly is in a better place.</span><br />&quot;Well. That's one down. Time for the other five.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Do you think they will all be like that Anon?&quot; Twilight asks you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wonder for a moment.</span><br />&quot;I don't know, but a small part of me hopes so.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you walk out of the room and back into the hallway, as you brush a few silver hairs off your shirt.</span></div></div>
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<div dir="ltr" class="mw-geshi mw-code mw-content-ltr"><div class="gettext source-gettext">&#160;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes just a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A gentle breeze rustles the curtains as golden rays enter the window of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes to take in the entirety of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house wasn't much, but you worked hard to earn it, and damn were you proud.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a good stretch, you get your ass out of bed to begin your day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing was on your plate today.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could do anything you wanted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Heading into the shower, you turn on the water to that magical setting that felt just right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Humming a tune to yourself, you begin to wonder what you will fill your day with.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could spend the day reading a book or practicing an instrument.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Of course, there was also that new recipe you wanted to try.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the evening you could head down to the Ponyville Pub and chat it up with some of the hardworking stallions.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They have some of the best stories you've heard since you came to town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting information on what appealed to the mares didn't hurt either.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You weren't attracted to the horses, but female companionship was a necessity in order to stay sane in this world.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning off the shower, you step out into the foggy bathroom and crack the door a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After wiping off the mirror, you begin to shave.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The shaving cream and razor are by no means perfect, but-</span><br />&quot;Ah! Crap.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood trickles down your neck.</span><br />&quot;Great.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe up the dribble.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on your throne, you ponder what you should have for breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Eggs and toast sound marvelous today. Plus, it's not often that you spoil yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After a flush, you head downstairs in a designer robe that Rarity gave you for your birthday.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The material was top notch, and it fit perfectly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You didn't even care that it was neon pink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a floral pattern.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;and baby bunnies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You prep a cup of coffee, and get out everything for your special breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside your window, you look outside to see the pear tree you planted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It looks like it may have ripe fruit next week.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You will have to trade a few of your treats for some of Applejack's signature creations.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Especially those apple fritters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A trail of drool nearly escapes your mouth as you imagine the aroma and flavor of the treat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Preparing your breakfast, you hear a knock on your door.</span><br />&quot;Come on in!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Crime was nearly non-existent in Ponyville so none of the houses came with locks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Something sure smells good in here!&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yep, just making breakfast Twilight. Want some?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Two sets of hoofsteps make their way towards your kitchen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes please! I haven't been able to eat anything since Celestia's letter this morning.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, could I have some too? Uhm. That is, if it's not too much trouble.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Oh great. Of everyone she could bring, it had to be the pony that was completely obsessed with you.</span><br />&quot;Uh. Yeah. It's no big deal. Lemme get it started.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins conversation about a new book she's been reading.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some romance novel about a young colt and filly that found young love.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Serving the mares their plates, you try not to notice Fluttershy staring at you slack-jawed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um.. thank you sweetie.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hit her head lightly with yesterday's newspaper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She still recoils as if it was a sledgehammer.</span><br />&quot;Bad. No.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What did I do?&quot;</span><br />&quot;You know what you did.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She wasn't really a bad pony, but her constant attempts to guess your fetish or be your marefriend were getting on your nerves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wouldn't mind if she just asked to go on a date though.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sit down to enjoy your breakfast with a cup of coffee.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anyway, on to business Anon. My letter from the princess was a new assignment.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Oh?&quot; You say in curiosity. &quot;What's the assignment?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm supposed to form a small team to explore an abandoned house where a young filly went missing. I wanted to see if you wanted to help today&quot;</span><br />&quot;Sure! Why not! It sounds pretty awesome.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fantastic! Then the three of us will head off right after breakfast.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at her in surprise.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy is going?&quot; You ask questioningly, looking at the scaredy-cat pony.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, um. Well I'm sure that you will protect me if I get too scared Anon.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Suuure.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scene of Fluttershy being utterly terrified, now that's something you would like to see.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After cleaning up, the team begins their journey to the opposite end of Ponyville.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you begin to approach the abandoned house, the trail begins to fade into the surrounding yellowed grass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze was noticeably stronger out in the open land than it was in town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small house is barely visible off in the distance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scenery is hardly an indicator of Equestria's beautiful landscape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the grass was dead, or was simply overtaken by weeds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An unstained wooden fence stands dilapidated and slumped.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A graying carriage shows it's exposure to the elements near the fence's gate, which swings with the breeze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something doesn't feel right about this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy seems to be shivering while Twilight digs her nose into her map.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This seems to be the place.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-are you sure? Maybe w-we should head back. I think Angel needs feeding.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on Fluttershy's mane and she coo's softly.</span><br />&quot;Let's just get the assignment over with. The sooner we are done, the sooner we can head home.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sounds good.&quot; Asserts Twilight as she moves towards the break in the fence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-yes my love.&quot;</span><br />&quot;You just lost hand-holding privileges.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You follow Twilight trying not to look at Fluttershy's shocked face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had those!?!&quot; She says bringing up the tail.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You do your best to repress a laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving closer gives you a better inspection of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was much bigger than it looked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to get a good mental picture of the outside of this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house had two levels, and what it lacked in height and width, it made up in length.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the paint has been eaten by the elements, and the house has a noticeable slant to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no way that this place could be structurally stable.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;What few windows weren't boarded up, were broken with their curtains flowing smoothly outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Very few were on the bottom level, and the open windows upstairs only revealed emptiness on the inside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rocking chair on the porch creaked back and forth with the wind.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hairs stand on the back of your neck, and goosebumps begin to form on your arm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does anyone else feel like.... like...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;W-we are...&quot;</span><br />&quot;Being watched?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's eyes shrink to the size of needles and collapses.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pick her up and nod to Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't wanna go!&quot;</span><br />&quot;We will be done before you know it Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She opens the door to the house. &quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Fluttershy follow Twilight into the abandoned residence.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The boarded windows do little to let light in to the dim room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, would you look at that! Nopony is here. I guess that means we can all just go home.&quot; Fluttershy says unconvincingly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the yellow pony on the ground and she shrieks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Not until we search the entire house. Lets check under and inside everything.&quot; Orders Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Alright. I don't wanna be in here any longer than I have to.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are white blanket covers on the furniture in the room, which have grayed with dust and age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Pulling off each cover creates a massive cloud of dust, which promptly covers matching sets of ancient furniture.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Annie? Are you here? My name is Twilight! We are here to help you!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The only answer is pure silence, and the sound of teeth chattering.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy shut up.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She muzzles herself the best she can with her front hooves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a falling box comes from the back of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everyone looks down the dark hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You glance to Twilight who looks nervous.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looks like you are the leader now.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone there?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An eerie silence fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You move slowly toward the shadowy hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large plate flies down the hallway towards your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ducking quickly, it narrowly misses your face, and crashes to the ground.</span><br />&quot;Hey!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Silence is the only answer.</span><br />&quot;Come out of there, or we are coming down there.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, don't be so forceful. You might scare them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Another plate flies down towards you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stepping aside, it smashes against Fluttershy who has checked out of reality.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I take that back.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Twilight, light up that hallway.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight charges her horn, and lights the hallway with a beam of light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hallway is completely empty.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are two open rooms on the left, and a closed room and a boarded up window on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As well as a closed room at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Stay back. I'll go down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods to you as you inch your way towards the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your gut clenches and the air is dry and has a putrid taste.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every step you take makes the wooden floor under you creak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you approach the first open door on the left, you stop, and look back at the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks breathless, and Twilight is doing her best to keep her cool.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you break, these girls are going to lose it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stay strong.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath and move into the open room.</span><br />&quot;Annie? Are you in here? We are here to help.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room is filled with boxes, A clouded window dimly lights the room, casting silver light on the room's contents.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some of the boxes were opened, with their contents scattered around the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An open box of fine china sits near the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever threw those plates at you had to be in here.</span><br />&quot;I don't wanna play hide-and-seek today Annie. If your hiding you better come out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear a faint giggle from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning around, nopony is there.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a trail of cold sweat off your face, and continue into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Checking the open boxes, they contained fairly normal things for ponies such as books, children's toys, glassware and clothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There seemed to be lots of different things for young ponies in these boxes.</span><br />&quot;Hey Twilight, what was this place used for before it was abandoned?<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm pretty sure it used to be an orphanage, but I couldn't find the reason why it was closed.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open another box to find it full of porcelain pony dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The attention to details on these figures were terrifying, but the eyes were the worst.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You quickly close the box and take a deep breath.</span><br />&quot;Well, there isn't anything in here Twilight, lemme open a window and I'll check the next room.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Good Idea, we will try to get some of these boards down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Making your way to the window, you try to open the window, but brute force won't pry this one open.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a little of the clouded window to see outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small amount of light immediately makes a difference in the room's lighting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside at the bottom of the windowsill, you notice that the window was nailed shut from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever nailed this down, never wanted it to be opened. They must have used the whole box of nails.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly back away, and make your way to the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something brushes your leg, causing you to jump.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small ball bounces away from you, and you hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;Did you girls hear that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hear what Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This isn't fun anymore.</span><br />&quot;Nothing, must have been my imagination.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Walking out into the hallway, you take one last look into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You thought you closed that doll box.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No way that you are going back in there again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Back in the hallway, you inch towards the closed door on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on the doorknob, and try to turn it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Locked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An ear-splitting scream rings through the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sprint towards the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is pale and pointing towards you.</span><br />&quot;What's wrong. Are you okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes seem focused on something far away, and words fail her.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down to her and hold your hand to her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's cold to the touch.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, I think we should get out of here. Something is wrong.</span><br />&quot;Yeah. I agree.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You scoop up Fluttershy and head towards the open front door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams shut in front of you and Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no magic aura.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wind wasn't strong enough.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house groans from the sudden force.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;No more... Please... No more. I just wanna go home.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to Twilight, who is staring wide eyed in disbelief.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door won't open or budge.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You set down Fluttershy and try to ram the door down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It only serves to make your arms hurt.</span><br />&quot;Can your magic open it Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows a bright violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My magic isn't working on it, and I can't teleport for some reason.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice has a desperate tone to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I don't understand why though.&quot;</span><br />&quot;I think we are stuck. Unless we can get out of some of these windows.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You think to yourself about how to get out of this terrible place.</span><br />&quot;I remember seeing an open window on the way in. If I'm right, it should be towards the back of the house.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then lets find it and stick together.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you head back down the creaky hallway, illuminated by Twilight's magic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you pass the locked door, Fluttershy pipes up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, D-Did you try this door Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah, it was locked.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a squeaky door opening is heard from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy opened the door with ease and is shaking.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pat her head.</span><br />&quot;Good job.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the door she just opened, there appears to be a staircase to upstairs section of the house.</span><br />&quot;Let's check this out when the lower floor is cleared.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving down the hallway, you move to the next open door on the left.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Edging into the room carefully, Twilight follows suit to illuminate the darkest room of the house so far.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This room is a faded-yellowed pink, and is covered in children's toys.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Toys and games line the walls which have patterns of rainbows and flowers drawn across them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large, worn, circular rug fills most of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on the center of the rug is a pale blue little filly with disheveled black hair.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's holding a teddy bear and staring directly at you with fear in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on one knee to get on her eye level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You try to put on the warmest voice possible.</span><br />&quot;Hey there... What's your name?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes dig deep into your soul and send a shiver down your spine.</span><br />&quot;I'm Anon. Do you want to go home?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Anon?&quot; Twilight asks waveringly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly lifts her right hoof and points directly behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Curiosity gets the better of you, and you look over your left shoulder.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that is behind you is the two girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Who are you talking to?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Returning your gaze, all that remains in the middle of the room is the teddy bear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's inside stuffing was ripped outside of it and scattered across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stumble backwards at the disturbing surprise.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;I.. I don't know.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you feeling okay Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath, turn to the girls, and ask Twilight the question that has been on the tip of your tongue.</span><br />&quot;Twilight... are there hauntings in Equestria?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was scared you would ask that Anon.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy can't hold back the fear and tears anymore, and begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on the yellow pony's level.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy, I know this is really hard, but I'm going to need you to try and be strong for me. Okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm scared Anon. I'm so scared.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her some ear scritches.</span><br />&quot;We will get through this Fluttershy, we just need find the window and climb out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your calming words don't seem to be helping out much.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Time to pull out the big guns.</span><br />&quot;When we get out of here, I promise I'll take you out on a nice evening.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her sobs begin to quiet, and she looks up at you with a tired face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Okay Anon, I'll be strong for you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her a warm smile and immediately regret your words, realizing what you promised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Right now, that was the least of your worries.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You make your way over to the boarded window and try your hardest to push the boards that were nailed from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They won't budge.</span><br />&quot;Can you do anything on these Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let me see what I can do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows brightly, and begins to light up the room more.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to look around the room while Twilight does her thing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a pile of stuffed animals that Fluttershy is looking at intently.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had a bunny doll... just like that one... when I was a filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk towards them and examine some of them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Many of them showed typical play wear, but most of them had their eyes ripped off.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You dig deeper to the bottom of the pile of dolls when a sharp pain jolts into your hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;SHIT!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Retracting your hand, blood flies across the room and drips to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your hand has a massive stab wound in the middle of your palm, causing you to panic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Whats wrong Anon? What happened!&quot; inquires Twilight fearfully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A puddle of blood begins to stain the rug underneath you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Giggling rings through your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room seems to be spinning.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy shakes you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon! Sweetie! Get a hold of yourself!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everything returns to normal.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at your hand, your hand is fine, but you are holding a small knife.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the knife as if it were on fire and back away from it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls.</span><br />&quot;Let's get out of this room.&quot;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br />A Darker Home - Part <span class="nu0">2</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two shocked mares slowly back away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The way they look at you, it's unclear what the reason for the fear in their eyes is.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Is it due to the transpiring events?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Or is it how the house treating you like the deflated teddy bear in the middle of of the rug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's hard to blame them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Determining what will be real from this point forward will be surely be difficult.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You rub your hand where you felt yourself hemorrhage.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain was so vivid and real that you felt your body being drained of energy and you felt cold.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Flexing your fingers, you move out to the hallway with Twilight and Fluttershy, who's gazes haven't left you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, are you sure you are okay?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Were you okay?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;How long were you going to be able to keep silent all of the things that you were hearing and seeing?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The giggling that persistently followed you thoughout the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The young filly that was sitting in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You still swore you closed that box of dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was important to keep these mares calm and collected in this situation, but Twilight knew you well.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She knew you were hiding something.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a deep breath of the cool, dry air you try to chose your words carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning your back to the girls, you face the room you were just in.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the center of the room, you see an outline etched in the small amount of faded light that enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPf4xjabi_0</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She lies on the floor where the teddy bear used to lay.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The silence has a new friend. The sound of slow, uneven breathing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Shh.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put a finger up to Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Do you see her?&quot; You ask her in a hushed tone.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;See what Anon?&quot; She returns in whisper.</span><br />&quot;In the middle of that room, right now, there is... what looks like a little filly.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her outline doesn't move nor change shape, but rather lies just beyond your recognition.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight takes two steps forward.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her outline disappears into the violet light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of breathing fades into silence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't see anything Anon...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sigh deeply.</span><br />&quot;I've been seeing these young ponies scattered throughout the house ever since we arrived.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy slowly nods at you.</span><br />&quot;I've been hearing them giggle at me whenever something weird has happened.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stares at you worried, yet unsurprised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You remember your trip into the storage room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ball that brushed up against you out of nowhere.</span><br />&quot;I think... one of them even tried... to play with me.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fluttershy, what happened to you earlier?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks at the worn floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-it was... h-horrible.&quot; she manages to stutter out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down and stroke her mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks up at you with a faint smile, and looks to Twilight, standing up straighter.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was this old mare.&quot; She pauses for a moment, to recollect all the details.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She was wearing a cooking apron and had... blood... all over it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice begins to waiver, trying to recollect the traumatic event.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She... pointed a knife at me... and told me... with a smile.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whimper escapes her mouth as her willpower begins to fade.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm first.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks into your eyes, her face filled with worry.</span><br />&quot;We won't let that happen Fluttershy.&quot; You say with the most convincing smile you can give.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon's right. We will be fine if we stick together. Now lets check the next room.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Straightening up, you turn to face the final door at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You reach for the doorknob when the door opens itself slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq5BZiseqdI</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly the new room begins to reveal itself to you, and it's full of bright beautiful sunshine flowing through the windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Six desks sat in a grid on beautiful stained oak floors.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nopony was inside this room, but you hear voices in here.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Footsteps are labored as you make this way into this warm, comfortable room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fresh flowers sat on a large desk in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A pitch-black chalkboard behind the desk explained how multiple digit multiplication worked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;From the front of the room, you hear a soothing feminine voice speak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now first class, you need to multiply the two right digits. So what is two times three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Filled with excited energy, you hear several young fillies add to chorus of beauty that surrounds you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Six!&quot; The fillies announce to their teacher.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Very good!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You continue moving forward into the beautiful surroundings.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The voice is bringing you one step closer to the source of peace and tranquility.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What are you doing, Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just a few more steps.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The petals of the fresh flowers waltz gracefully to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The sun's rays begin to shift from a bright white to a dark violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;STOP!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You freeze in your tracks, and blink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yzwpn0VfQg</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand at the edge of a massive gaping hole in the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that lies at the bottom of this hole, is unfathomable darkness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just looking into it rises bile into your throat and your hair stands on end.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a few steps back, you appear to be in the center of the room that used to be a classroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Broken rusted desks were tossed about or shoved against walls, and the teacher's desk was nowhere to be seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The once fine wood below was now curved, rough and splintered from age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Lying on the ground in scattered pieces all over the floor was the blackboard, and it's original spot on the wall stood barren.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room was graced by the golden sunset that made it's way through the open windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze from outside passed through this room with ease and blew the curtains from inside to outside.</span><br />&quot;Sorry Twilight.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was it another... vision?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah. This one was incredibly vivid.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;After your initial shock, the contents of the room register in your brain.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The open windows are in here, and the freedom that comes with them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The floor makes threatening cracks and pops as you walk across the fragile surface to the open windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They seem to have just enough space to allow the three of you to climb out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With luck, you would be able to come back with someone more experienced in these matters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Or even better, never come back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Honey?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath of fresh air to compose yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If it's keeping her calm, then might as well let her talk that way.</span><br />&quot;I'm trying to get us out of here through these windows. What do you need?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um... T-that's what she wants you to do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the yellow pegasus, who's pupils are needle sized, and focused on something behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning your head slowly, you try to see what Fluttershy sees.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to see...</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns her head between you too, confused why she is the only one who cannot see this phenomenon.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Standing one foot from you is your only shot to reach Ponyville before darkness settles in.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You had to take this chance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly stepping forward to the window, it's siren song calls to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly place your right hand on the bottom base of the window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stopping, there is no reaction in the air around you and the window doesn't move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-anon, please stop...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly you move to place your other hand on the base of the window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your senses are on edge, trying to sense anything around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then you feel it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A cold breath on your left hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Recoiling your hands, you narrowly miss the window slam shut, spraying fine pieces of glass across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rest of the windows slam shut in an orchestrated fashion and shoot their glass into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The golden light refracts onto the glass and projects into rainbow patters across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give Twilight a hard stare.</span><br />&quot;It won't let us out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to whimper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stands in place, thinking as hard as she could muster.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There has got to be a a way out of here.&quot;</span><br />&quot;If the spirit's know we find a way, they will probably just block it off.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Twilight reach the same conclusion at the same time.</span><br />&quot;We have to release them from the house to get out. Don't we?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It seems so.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Great.</span><br />&quot;So how to we even begin to do that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... all the books I've ever read on hauntings in Equestria were considered fiction.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Great!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You run your hands through your hair in exasperation.</span><br />&quot;So we are stuck in here for forever.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... there is one thing we could try. I just don't know if it will work.&quot;</span><br />&quot;We don't really have a choice. Let's hear it bookworm.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles at the dose of humor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We need to figure out why the spirit is here, and cut the tie that binds her here.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Once the ties are gone, then the spirit will be able to pass on to Tartarus.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Okay. Then how do we figure out what is tying the spirits down?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That... I'm not sure about. I suppose we have to explore the house and make an educated guess.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pace the room, looking down at the fine bits of glass as the sun begins to sink further into the sky.</span><br />&quot;Well, we better look upstairs then.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you exit the room, and move towards the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;So let's review. We established that this was an orphanage. We have seen a mean old mare, and at least one filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins to ascend the fragile, narrow stairs, while thinking aloud to herself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy follows her, while you bring up the rear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You can't help but look over your shoulders, feeling a set of eyes on your back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then maybe the spirit of the old mare is holding the children back from passing on.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Or the reverse.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;A group of giggles can be heard upstairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Reaching the top of the stairs, there are four doors on the side of the hallway without the stairs and two on the side with the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The stair-door is in the middle of the hallway with an even number of doors on both sides.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving into the right side of the hallway, you move to the source of the giggling.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking to the girls, you nod at them, and open the door slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly peeking in, you see six young fillies quickly float to six little beds and disappear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door fully, and slowly enter the room.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone here?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room doesn't move, but you feel several sets of eyes on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls who are nervous, but egging you on.</span><br />&quot;We just want to play.&quot; You say doubting yourself.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room replies with silence, but the air shifts uneasily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You want to play?&quot; says a voice from a corner of the room?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound makes you jump, and Fluttershy stifles a small yelp.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We like to play games...&quot; says another voice airily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What game would you like to play?&quot; says another excited voice.</span><br />&quot;How about the 'everyone is able to see each other' game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You mean hide and seek? I love that game!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Jenny, you are doing a terrible job of being scary.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why do we have to be scary all the time? I just wanna have fun!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Because being scary is fun!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Six young filly spirits, all with pale blue skin and no cutie marks, begin to appear in the center of the room, all arguing with each other.</span><br />&quot;Uh... girls?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Their argument intensifies, as you slowly move towards them.</span><br />&quot;Girls?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the fillies begin jumping up and down while another begins to scream.</span><br />&quot;GIRLS!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;All six stare at you with intensity in their eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;WHAT!&quot; They all yell with a might that shakes the whole house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lose your balance, and try to keep your calm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Treat them just like you would the crusaders.</span><br />&quot;My name is Anon. This is Fluttershy and Twilight.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;They continue to stare at you, with deep dark eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The paleness of their skin gives you chills.</span><br />&quot;We are trying to find a way to get out of here... but another spirit keeps trying to keep us in here. Some older lady spirit.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, that must be Gertrude. She is really mean to everyone.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Maybe she wants to kill you too!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to the girls for guidance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight moves into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We want to help you girls get out of here too, but we need to know how help you girls get out of here too. We think that if you girls aren't here anymore, she won't stay either.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The girls look around.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We are too scared to go... Gertrude would always beat us if we tried to leave.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's fear turns to compassion as she enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You poor little things...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Don't worry lady! It doesn't hurt anymore!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hoof comes to her mouth, unsure of what to say.</span><br />&quot;She can't make you girls stay here anymore. So why don't you girls pass on?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We don't waaannna.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You run your hands through your hair. Even fillies were hard to deal with even when they weren't living.</span><br />&quot;How about this... we play a game of hide and seek... and if we find you, you pass on.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fillies all look at each other and discuss among themselves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the six pulls away from the group and addresses you directly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;On one condition.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Okay. What is it.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you lose, you stay here with us, and play with us.&quot;</span><br />&quot;That doesn't sound so ba-&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Forever.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You knew it wouldn't be easy.</span><br />&quot;Okay. That sounds fine, but you have to be visible and you can only hide on this floor, or the ground floor.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fillies talk amoung themselves again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's fine. We are too scared to go into the basement anyway.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then let's begin.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;All of you close your eyes and count to twenty!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ghost fillies all disappear into thin air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to the Twilight and Fluttershy.</span><br />&quot;Here goes nothing.&quot;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let's get counting then. Everyone, eyes closed. We have to play by their rules.&quot; orders Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;B-but... Then we wouldn't see if something is coming into the room.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You place a hand on Fluttershy's mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to her with a smile.</span><br />&quot;The sooner we get this done, the sooner we get out. Eyes on the prize Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles and nods to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eyes closed everyone. I'll begin the countdown.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You close your eyes tightly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNmHTb8K95k</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Yet your vision does not fail you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room is devoid of your pony friends, and a mare with a long silver mane stands in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her gray coat seems to radiate hatred as a feeling of unease enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;One.&quot; You hear Twilight say from all around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Time feels as if it is slowing down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You can't run.&quot; Says the mare in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You try to open your mouth, but words stay in the back of your throat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Burning sensations run through your body as you command it to move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You are mine now.&quot; The mare says to you, as she slowly walks across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Each footstep leaves echoes resonating through the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Two.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fighting through the pain, your legs move backwards, matching the speed of the oncoming mare.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you want your friends to stay alive, you have to play my game.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Words continue to fail you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Maybe it can hear your thoughts.</span><br />&quot;What kind of game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The apparition giggles to you as you stumble your footing, shooting pain up your right leg.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's simple... Easy in fact.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Four.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I haven't felt a stallion's touch in decades...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hit the wall, and you can see a malevolent smile stretch across her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Five.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You are going to be...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She disappears in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Silence envelops the stale air as you scan around you for any sight of her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel something behind you, causing you to bolt around to see the empty wall.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;All mine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Six.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Control over your body becomes even more difficult as you begin to lift into the air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fighting the external force feels useless as more pain flows through you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Seven.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Air flies through your body as you are thrown on one of the undersized beds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The covers rip into several pieces and bind you to the bedposts.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eight.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The mare floats above you, with her hair covering all but the lustful smile on her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm going to enjoy this... very much.&quot; She says menacingly, floating down on top of your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a moment to take a deep whiff of your hair before she nibbles your ear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Nine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn your head to look away from your oppressor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every move you made as well as every action she did to you sends sharp juts of pain through your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She grabs your face with one hoof and forces her tongue into your mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Ten.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sensations of pain weren't what caused you to gag and choke.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was the dry, moldy texture of decaying flesh performing a slow dance in your mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She slowly moves a hoof down and tears your shirt off you in one strong motion.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eleven.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel her tongue move like sandpaper down your chest towards your manhood, while massaging your groin with a hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly she undoes your pants, and pulls everything down, as if trying to enjoy a present on Christmas Day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Twelve.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Stop... Please...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An invisible force punches you in the face, causing blood to join your saliva.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;SILENCE.&quot; She says in a booming voice shaking the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thirteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She raises herself above your crotch and lets out a short triumphant giggle.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A cold, slimey sensation envelops your member as she plunges down on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Ohhh... yesss.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fourteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You've never something like this before.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The texture makes you want to throw up, but pain is beginning to overwhelm the feeling of disgust.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her body feels as cold as ice.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fifteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your body begins to respond purely on instinct.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her motions become faster as she lets out more tiny moans.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh yes! Ohh yes! Fuck!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sixteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel yourself beginning to near climax, as your body tightens up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain is unbearable as you feel as if you were on fire.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She leans into your body and bites into your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Seventeen.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Oh god no...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes... give me all of it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fire flows through your veins as you pump your seed into her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her iciness begins to melt some.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eighteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Mmmmm.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She continues to pump you for the rest of your juices.</span><br />&quot;Just... Don't hurt them...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Nineteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hurt them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hair parts in front of you, revealing two deep black bleeding eyes that pierce directly into your soul.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;None of you will leave alive.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Twenty!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your eyes shoot open, and you gasp for breath.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two ponies scan the room just as you are right now.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing seems to be different.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn around, so that the ponies can't see you check your pants.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a thin coat of slime covering your stiff member.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A feminine giggle rings through your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well. Let's get searching.&quot; Says Twilight in a worried tone.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to face the ponies, and nod as confidently as you can.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah Fluttershy?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-your neck... it's bleeding.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Reaching your hand to your neck, you pull away traces of blood.</span><br />&quot;We will just have to have it looked at when we get out of here.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Exiting the room, you take one last look back at the bed where your hallucination took you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It seems completely normal, with the exception of a few drops of blood near the pillows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a chill running down your spine, you leave the room.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Entering the hallway, there are two closed doors directly in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pull a bit out of your pocket.</span><br />&quot;Heads we take the left one, Tails we take the right one.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You flip the bit into the air, and it falls to the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bit spins on the ground for a while, and shows heads.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then flips and shows tails.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you all say &quot;Heads.&quot; at the same time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the left door reveals a fairly large bathroom with a tile floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you slowly move inside to explore the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There seemed to be three showers, three sinks and mirrors, and a few toilet rooms which right now are closed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight makes her horn brighter as she moves to check the toilet stalls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You move to the mirrors to assess the damage on your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bleeding wasn't terrible, but it really stung.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wound was in the shape of a bite.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sweetie... did you have another vision?&quot; Inquires the timid yellow pegasus.</span><br />&quot;Yeah...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was it what hurt you?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She tugs on your pant leg, indicating for you to get down on her level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After kneeling down, she wraps her arms around you and gives you a deep hug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small part deep inside of you warms up a little.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The weight of the vision crashes down as small tears fall onto her pink mane.</span><br />&quot;Thanks... Shy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give a light sniff to recompose yourself.</span><br />&quot;I really needed that.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lean away to look into her caring cyan eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whispy face suddenly flies down between the two of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;BOO!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Both you and Fluttershy jump inside your skin and fall backwards.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ghostly filly doubles over in taught laughter.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Haha! I scared you two to death!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns to the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yeah, but we found you! Which means you have to pass on for us.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly thinks about this for a moment.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The question takes the three of you aback for a second.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What is there when I pass on that makes me want to be there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight looks to you, unsure of how to answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Surprisingly, Fluttershy is the one to answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;M-my momma told me when I was a little filly, that when somepony passes on, that there is a wonderful place that we go to that has all of our friends and family waiting for us.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Even our animal friends.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly looks up to Fluttershy, with her face gradually melting into a small smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does... does that mean I get to see mommy again?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight's hoof comes to her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears well in Fluttershy's eyes as she nods to the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;And soon, the rest of your friends will be there too, and you will be able to play every day.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly smiles, as she looks towards the door of the bathroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Reccommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HD78bFap4XE</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A bright light begins to envelop the doorway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Mommy?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a few small steps towards the door, as the pale filly's voice begins to crack.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning to the three of you, she is wearing the biggest smile you've ever seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her skin begins to transition to a much more colorful tan, and her mane becomes as red and vibrant as velvet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears fall from her eyes, as she opens her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... for helping me. You don't know how much this means to me.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A tall mare stands at the door shadowed by the light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come along dear! There is a big party waiting!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly looks to the door and back to Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy simply smiles and nods to the little filly. &quot;Have fun little one.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She turns to you and Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Please help my friends. Gertrude is so mean to us... all the time... every day. I want them to be able to feel this happy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly turns towards the door and trots into the light, as the door slowly closes behind her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your hearts are warm, knowing that the little filly is in a better place.</span><br />&quot;Well. That's one down. Time for the other five.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Do you think they will all be like that Anon?&quot; Twilight asks you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wonder for a moment.</span><br />&quot;I don't know, but a small part of me hopes so.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you walk out of the room and back into the hallway, as you brush a few silver hairs off your shirt.</span><br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br />A Darker Home <span class="nu0">4</span><br /><br />&quot;Maybe we should try to leave the doors that we've explored open... just so we know where we have been.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Probably not a bad idea Anon.&quot; says Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After what was just witnessed, everyone seems to be in fairly high spirits.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight could be onto something, if the group cleared the house of the other spirits, maybe Gertude won't have a reason to stay.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house did feel a little bit warmer, and a little less oppressive.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This doesn't stop you from keeping your guard up as you make your way accross the hallway to the next closed door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Now that it was completely black outside, Twilight was the sole source of light in the house, making the tight doorways and halls feel like cages.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The areas unlit by Twilight's magic feel like endless voids of space.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The blackness in this house didn't just feel like being in the dark.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If it were that, you could handle it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Being surrounded by the blackness... felt like you were being watched.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at the girls, you nod to them.</span><br />&quot;Be ready for anything.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door slowly, letting the glow from Twilight's horn fill the room</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door creaks open slowly, only showing a foot of the room at a time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This room also had a tiled floor, and seemed to be one of the dirtiest rooms in the house yet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A strange odor filled the room as you sneak your way inside.</span><br />&quot;What's that smell?&quot; You say to no one in-particular.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear the girls make their way in too, judging by the sound of hoofsteps on tile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As Twilight makes her way into the room, more fixtures begin to take shape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An oven, a sink with dirty dishes, and counter tops begin to take shape in the darkness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large brown stain tints the color of the tiles within a few feet of the sink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;On the counter top, remains of what may have once been food is stuck to the surface.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Around the food is many different forms of cutting trays, utensils, and cooking supplies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;However, what grabs your eye is a large, rusted butcher knife.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stroll over to it, and pick it up with a swift hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fk25iAmpfME</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's light, and upon closer inspection, doesn't seem so bad.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In fact, it hardily seems rusted at all.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The blade shines from the sunlight that streams in through a nearby window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking around the room, you see a young filly cleaning dishes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's vibrant for such a little filly, and she seems to be reading while she works, based on the story she is reading out loud.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;As Daring Doo trec... trekked through the t-tropical jungle&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That's when she entered the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a long silver mane, and a large baseball bat held in her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She seemed to be angry and walking straight towards the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;... the wet heat s-sapped her energy and sl... slowed her every step.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You can't let this happen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Holding the knife firmly in your hand, you charge towards your rapist</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If only she could escape this oppon... oppressive atmosphere...</span><br />&quot;Don't you fucking touch her!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An invisible force forces you to stop... and you are unable to move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;and fly up into the cool blue sky.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You watch helplessly as the bat came down full force on the filly's head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly falls off her stepstool, and onto the ground, where she lays lifeless.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Darkness floods the room again, as your eyes try to adjust to the violet magic around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is collapsed in front of you, shaking in pure terror</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the knife from your hand, which is raised up above your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The knife breaks a tile as it connects with the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon... is it... over?&quot;</span><br />&quot;I... think so.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What was it this time.&quot;</span><br />&quot;It was her... and she was attacking this little filly.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lean down to help Fluttershy up, but she slowly gets up on her own, watching you carefully.</span><br />&quot;She was reading a book... I think it was a Daring Doo book, while she was doing dishes.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods carefully.</span><br />&quot;Then, she just came in... with a bat, and... she didn't even see it coming.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The gravity of what you just saw begins to weigh down on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You fall to your knees, remembering how she looked on the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes stared off at something that you couldn't see.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something that wasn't in the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Covering your face in your hands, you feel a hoof being put on your shoulder.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's okay....&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It doesn't hurt anymore.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes again, and turn around to see another faded filly standing behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Giving her a light smile, a thought occurs to you.</span><br />&quot;Why did you stop hiding?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was in the knife, but I wanted you to see something first before I came out.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks down at the ground, and kicks the tiles with a ghostly hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I didn't think what I would show you would make you try to hurt somepony... I'm sorry.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy steps forward.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-it's okay. I-I'll be fine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give the back of her ears a quick scratch.</span><br />&quot;Sorry Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly continues staring at the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Do you want to know what I did to make her do that?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to face her completely, and try to place your hand on her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Surprisingly, her form is solid, despite it's looks.</span><br />&quot;Only if you want to share.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She gives a heavy sigh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Gertrude always hated it when I read. We always had to be absolutely quiet whenever we weren't in class.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then later on, we weren't even allowed to do that. So, a lot of us began to have trouble reading, since we couldn't sound out the words.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight slowly makes her way over to the filly and sits down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;So, whenever I would do dishes, I would try to read out loud, hoping that the sound of the water would hide my reading.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy nudges you, and hands you what looks to be an old dusty book.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I always loved reading, so I tried to read whenever I got the chance, and even began to take some risks. One day I got caught, and she warned me that I was only allowed to read in class.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight's eyes are locked on the filly, the filly begins to talk directly to Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But... I just couldn't stop.... I just couldn't.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You needed to know how it ended....&quot; says Twilight understandingly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly begins to slowly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe the dust off of the book.</span><br />&quot;Daring Doo, and the Quest for the Sapphire Statue.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes light up a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hand the book to Twilight, knowing that this is her territory.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now tell me... where did you last leave off?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some time passes as you sit in the room with Twilight, Fluttershy and the little filly, listening to Twilight read.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The book isn't massive, but for a beginner reader, it could definitely be difficult.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight knew just all of the points to change her voice to make things sound more dramatic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She even gave the characters different voices.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly was just eating it all up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;And so, with Ahuizotl defeated and the Sapphire Statue secured, the world was safe and sound once again. Thanks to Daring Doo!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight closes the book and gives the filly a deep smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That was amazing! Is there more? I need to know what happens next!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Of course there is! This book is a classic.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But how will I read them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you pause.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Reccommened Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qycqF1CWcXg</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight is the first to speak up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... maybe, you will be able to find them... up there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She motions to the sky with a hoof, but you all know what she means.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does that mean... that I will be able to read? I won't be hit for it?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods with a gentle smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You will never be hit up there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The kitchen door opens slowly, bathing the room in white light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An yellowish mare with dark hair walks out of the doorway, and moves beside you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She kneels down to the little filly's level, and gives her a wide smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey there kiddo. What's your name?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight's eyes and mouth widen a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My name is Melody... What's your name?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm Daring... and I was told that you are a pretty cool little filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes widen, and you can see the color slowly return to the filly's coat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;D-Daring... Doo?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring Doo smiles down at the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The one and only!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hair slowly begins to turn into a beautiful shade of yellow.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But I thought that you were in the book...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That doesn't mean I'm not real kiddo. I'm right here. Inside you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring takes her hoof, and points it to the filly's head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes light up as she begins to believe what she is seeing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come on girl! Wanna go on an adventure?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring takes her signature hat and puts it on Melody's head as she wipes tears out of her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes... Yes! Let's go on an adventure!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring takes Melody and puts her on her back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... Twilight... Anon... Fluttershy. I hope you can find my friends. Please help them... and listen to them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to her, as the door slowly closes behind Melody as she begins a chapter of a brand new adventure.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please pause your music.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you rise to your feet, with a feeling of warmth in your hearts.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whatever force was helping you with these fillies tonight, really knew what it was doing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you make your way into the hallway, but you feel a warm breath on the back of your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn around, but find nothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whisper fills your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you fight it, you will regret it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A shiver runs up your spine as you move quickly to rejoin the others.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a drip of sweat from your forehead.</span><br />&quot;N-next room guys?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight returns to her serious attitude and nods her head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door knob feels cold in your hand, and a bad vibe tugs at the hair behind your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You rip the door open to find a closet filled with boxes and boxes of items.</span><br />&quot;Twilight, could you give us a little more light?<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... I can focus it, but lets not do it for long.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The light behind Twilight begins to fade as a cone of light fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You step into the closet as the violet light fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Different boxes of food, cleaning supplies, kitchen necessities, and dining utensils fill the closet, but there isn't really anything of note in here.</span><br />&quot;Well, that's disappointing.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stepping out of the closet, the hallway feels much colder and the darkness feels thicker.</span><br />&quot;Twilight, change your light back...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Okay, just a second.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The light begins to slowly return to it's normal glow.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You begin to be able to see your hands again, but what you can't see... is Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Oh no.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy... where are you?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking up and down the hallway reveals no answers.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You make your way to the unexplored section of the hallway when you see a slightly open door, and a light moan.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at Twilight, you see the worry in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nodding, you enter the room slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended music: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PU_s8D6cI9M</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door closes behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning around, you try to open it, but it won't budge.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Placing your back against the door, you turn to face the pitch-black.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A candle lights itself from the center of the room, then from the corners, and slowly across the whole room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This has to be one of the most ornate master bedrooms that you have ever seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bed is lined with curtains, and a large rug covers the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Weapons and blunt objects line the walls, each with their own picture of a little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Next to a wooden bat, you see a picture of Melody.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Near a small knife, sat a picture of the filly from the bathroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Hate and anger begins to fill your insides as a light illuminates the scene inside of the curtains.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Two ponies seem to be locked in a loving embrace, but one of them is fighting to get away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No sound emanates from the curtains, but you can hear the mattress squeak and see wings flapping in an attempt to escape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;By the time you reach the bedside, the attacker pony seems to be gone, and the pegasus seems to have given up or calmed down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You grab a curtain cautiously.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pegasus straightens it's wings and lays down on the bed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the curtain, Fluttershy lays sprawled out on the bed, giving you bedroom eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey there Anon... looks like you found a keeper right here...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice sounds nothing like Fluttershy.</span><br />&quot;Get out of her.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She sits up on the bed and brings a hoof to your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But then... we couldn't have any fun now could we.&quot;</span><br />&quot;No, I refuse to do that to her. This is sick.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She grabs a knife from under a pillow and holds it to her neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You freeze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh... now I have your attention... I'll live, but she might not be so lucky now would she?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room fills with silence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come in Anon... it's time to have a little fun...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You begrudgingly crawl onto the bed, and shut the curtain as the impostor pats the spot next to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now hold on. Don't you move a muscle...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She slowly lifts your shirt off of you, and begins to kiss your chest.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You have to admit that if this were under different terms with the real Fluttershy, this might be pretty nice.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you stay strong, maybe it could be a reality one day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her body is cold, too cold for something living as she moves her way down to your pants.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She rubs her hoof on your limp member.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Aww... not enjoying yourself? Maybe I can get some help from my guest...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;O-oh... Anon... I love you soo much...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of Fluttershy's voice rings bells in your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Snap out of it!</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You have to keep perspective.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This isn't Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She unzips your pants and pulls them down to reveal your hardening staff.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;O-oh... m-my... it's so big...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look away as she wraps her lips around your member.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Feeling her tongue wrapping around you sends guilty signals of pleasure through your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stay focused!</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you could just get the knife away from her, maybe you can try and get her out of Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a hoof to begin rubbing your shaft while she pays attention to your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Suddenly you get an idea.</span><br />&quot;Oh... yeah! I'm almost there... oh Shy....&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You aren't sure if the imposter's face began to turn red, or if it was the true host, but her attention begins to focus on the task at hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Cum for me Anon... Cum for momma!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Beginning to fake the beginning of your orgasm, you arch your back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then with all your might, push forward to headbutt Gertrude.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stars fill your vision as you try to wrestle the knife out of the dazed pegasus's hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood begins to trail out of your hand, but you manage to grab it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Cutting a hole in the curtain, you jump out of the bed and Stab the weapon as deep into the wall as possible.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you turn around, you see a yellow blur just before you are tackled to the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude must have underestimated your strength without her magic, as you easily overpower her and put her in a choke hold.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You watch as she strains to breath underneath you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's right.... kill me...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wait until she begins to stop fighting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's eyes redialate.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath, and do everything you can to blow the fresh air back into her lungs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She coughs and gasps for air, and rolls across the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight bashes through the door, blowing out all the candles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What happened!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look down at your naked form, and pull your pants up.</span><br />&quot;I think she possessed Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns her gaze to Fluttershy, who is staring at the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;How do we know if this is Fluttershy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She is.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your attention turns to a little filly standing in a corner of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I don't see her in there anymore.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk over to Fluttershy as Twilight goes to take care of the filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting on her level, you bring your hands to her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You speak to her in the softest voice you can muster.</span><br />&quot;Hey there...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She pushes her face away from your hands, leaving them wet with tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her sobs are starting to become more audible.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You cradle her in your arms.</span><br />&quot;Shhh.... it's okay.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It was a vision Anon... I swear....&quot;</span><br />&quot;I know Shy, I know....&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She cries into your shirt as you gently stroke her mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her warmth was gradually returning, which you guess was a good sign.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Eventually the sobs begin to die down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey guys... you should come over here...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to Twilight.</span><br />&quot;You going to be alright Shy?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She pulls herself away from your chest and gives you a shaky nod.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two of you walk over to the little filly.</span><br />&quot;I hope you didn't have to watch all the things that happened...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nods her head fearfully.</span><br />&quot;I'm really sorry then.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's... okay. ... It's not the first time I was forced to watch something like that.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your words begin to fail you, as the inevitable question of which part she referred to sits behind your lips.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Did... did she...&quot; stutters out Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Every night. It wasn't always the same stallion.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly looks to the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sometimes, after they were done with her... they would ask if... if...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She bursts into ghostly tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy wraps a hoof around the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm... I'm so sorry.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She made me swear not to tell the others... or it would happen to them too... I couldn't let that happen to them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A roaring flame emanates from the pit of your stomach.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting rid of Gertrude was no longer optional to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She had to pay for her actions.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was there anyone who helped you feel better? After...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly's sniffles lessened.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was one friend... other than the girls... who would help me when those bad things happened.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looked up into Fluttershy's eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was this puppy... he hid underneath the porch and I would feed him scraps of dinner that I would hide for him.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy nods at her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But... When she found out. She... She... She made me watch her do it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She bursts into tears anew.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand up and walk over to the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking up at the ceiling, and take a deep breath.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After two times, you just gotta believe this will work.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just have faith.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&amp;v=qycqF1CWcXg#t=4607</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door, filling the room with white light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly doesn't even seem to notice with her eyes shut.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Running in the distance, you see a small hound running towards the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I would do anything just to see him again.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As he closes the distance, you see the joyful look on the little hound as a small tennis ball is held in his mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Just one last time. I've never felt so alone...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little pup slows down as he gets nearer to the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;He would always make me smile... even after she hit me too hard, or I started to bleed.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy holds her, tears forming in her eyes, already predicting what was going to happen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sometimes that's all I needed to make my day a little bit better.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The puppy enters the room, and walks right up to the little filly, with his tail wagging as hard as its little body could muster.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It smils the biggest smile the animal could as it gave a small yip.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly opens her eyes with wide shock.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hound trots up to her and licks her hoof, which was slowly beginning to turn pink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nearly collapses and picks the dog up in her hooves to cradle it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her face was being littered with sloppy, happy kisses, wiping up the salty tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I've missed you so much Buddy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The smile on this filly's face would have to measured in miles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She gasps loudly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;IS THAT YOUR BALL?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hound barks excitedly and squirms out of her arms to hand it to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes the ball in her hoof and runs to the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You want the ball boy? You want the ball?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The dog leaps about through the air, and yips at her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She laughs and throws the ball out through the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let's go get it!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hound sprints to the door, but waits for her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly looks to Fluttershy and smiles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy wipes tears from her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Go have fun you two.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles, and looks to Buddy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let's go boy!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two of them run through the door, as it slowly closes behind them.</span></div></div>
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<div dir="ltr" class="mw-geshi mw-code mw-content-ltr"><div class="gettext source-gettext">&#160;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes just a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A gentle breeze rustles the curtains as golden rays enter the window of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes to take in the entirety of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house wasn't much, but you worked hard to earn it, and damn were you proud.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a good stretch, you get your ass out of bed to begin your day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing was on your plate today.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could do anything you wanted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Heading into the shower, you turn on the water to that magical setting that felt just right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Humming a tune to yourself, you begin to wonder what you will fill your day with.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could spend the day reading a book or practicing an instrument.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Of course, there was also that new recipe you wanted to try.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the evening you could head down to the Ponyville Pub and chat it up with some of the hardworking stallions.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They have some of the best stories you've heard since you came to town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting information on what appealed to the mares didn't hurt either.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You weren't attracted to the horses, but female companionship was a necessity in order to stay sane in this world.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning off the shower, you step out into the foggy bathroom and crack the door a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After wiping off the mirror, you begin to shave.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The shaving cream and razor are by no means perfect, but-</span><br />&quot;Ah! Crap.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood trickles down your neck.</span><br />&quot;Great.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe up the dribble.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on your throne, you ponder what you should have for breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Eggs and toast sound marvelous today. Plus, it's not often that you spoil yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After a flush, you head downstairs in a designer robe that Rarity gave you for your birthday.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The material was top notch, and it fit perfectly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You didn't even care that it was neon pink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a floral pattern.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;and baby bunnies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You prep a cup of coffee, and get out everything for your special breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside your window, you look outside to see the pear tree you planted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It looks like it may have ripe fruit next week.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You will have to trade a few of your treats for some of Applejack's signature creations.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Especially those apple fritters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A trail of drool nearly escapes your mouth as you imagine the aroma and flavor of the treat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Preparing your breakfast, you hear a knock on your door.</span><br />&quot;Come on in!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Crime was nearly non-existent in Ponyville so none of the houses came with locks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Something sure smells good in here!&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yep, just making breakfast Twilight. Want some?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Two sets of hoofsteps make their way towards your kitchen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes please! I haven't been able to eat anything since Celestia's letter this morning.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, could I have some too? Uhm. That is, if it's not too much trouble.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Oh great. Of everyone she could bring, it had to be the pony that was completely obsessed with you.</span><br />&quot;Uh. Yeah. It's no big deal. Lemme get it started.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins conversation about a new book she's been reading.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some romance novel about a young colt and filly that found young love.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Serving the mares their plates, you try not to notice Fluttershy staring at you slack-jawed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um.. thank you sweetie.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hit her head lightly with yesterday's newspaper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She still recoils as if it was a sledgehammer.</span><br />&quot;Bad. No.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What did I do?&quot;</span><br />&quot;You know what you did.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She wasn't really a bad pony, but her constant attempts to guess your fetish or be your marefriend were getting on your nerves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wouldn't mind if she just asked to go on a date though.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sit down to enjoy your breakfast with a cup of coffee.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anyway, on to business Anon. My letter from the princess was a new assignment.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Oh?&quot; You say in curiosity. &quot;What's the assignment?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm supposed to form a small team to explore an abandoned house where a young filly went missing. I wanted to see if you wanted to help today&quot;</span><br />&quot;Sure! Why not! It sounds pretty awesome.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fantastic! Then the three of us will head off right after breakfast.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at her in surprise.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy is going?&quot; You ask questioningly, looking at the scaredy-cat pony.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, um. Well I'm sure that you will protect me if I get too scared Anon.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Suuure.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scene of Fluttershy being utterly terrified, now that's something you would like to see.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After cleaning up, the team begins their journey to the opposite end of Ponyville.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you begin to approach the abandoned house, the trail begins to fade into the surrounding yellowed grass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze was noticeably stronger out in the open land than it was in town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small house is barely visible off in the distance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scenery is hardly an indicator of Equestria's beautiful landscape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the grass was dead, or was simply overtaken by weeds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An unstained wooden fence stands dilapidated and slumped.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A graying carriage shows it's exposure to the elements near the fence's gate, which swings with the breeze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something doesn't feel right about this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy seems to be shivering while Twilight digs her nose into her map.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This seems to be the place.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-are you sure? Maybe w-we should head back. I think Angel needs feeding.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on Fluttershy's mane and she coo's softly.</span><br />&quot;Let's just get the assignment over with. The sooner we are done, the sooner we can head home.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sounds good.&quot; Asserts Twilight as she moves towards the break in the fence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-yes my love.&quot;</span><br />&quot;You just lost hand-holding privileges.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You follow Twilight trying not to look at Fluttershy's shocked face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had those!?!&quot; She says bringing up the tail.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You do your best to repress a laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving closer gives you a better inspection of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was much bigger than it looked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to get a good mental picture of the outside of this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house had two levels, and what it lacked in height and width, it made up in length.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the paint has been eaten by the elements, and the house has a noticeable slant to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no way that this place could be structurally stable.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;What few windows weren't boarded up, were broken with their curtains flowing smoothly outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Very few were on the bottom level, and the open windows upstairs only revealed emptiness on the inside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rocking chair on the porch creaked back and forth with the wind.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hairs stand on the back of your neck, and goosebumps begin to form on your arm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does anyone else feel like.... like...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;W-we are...&quot;</span><br />&quot;Being watched?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's eyes shrink to the size of needles and collapses.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pick her up and nod to Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't wanna go!&quot;</span><br />&quot;We will be done before you know it Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She opens the door to the house. &quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Fluttershy follow Twilight into the abandoned residence.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The boarded windows do little to let light in to the dim room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, would you look at that! Nopony is here. I guess that means we can all just go home.&quot; Fluttershy says unconvincingly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the yellow pony on the ground and she shrieks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Not until we search the entire house. Lets check under and inside everything.&quot; Orders Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Alright. I don't wanna be in here any longer than I have to.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are white blanket covers on the furniture in the room, which have grayed with dust and age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Pulling off each cover creates a massive cloud of dust, which promptly covers matching sets of ancient furniture.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Annie? Are you here? My name is Twilight! We are here to help you!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The only answer is pure silence, and the sound of teeth chattering.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy shut up.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She muzzles herself the best she can with her front hooves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a falling box comes from the back of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everyone looks down the dark hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You glance to Twilight who looks nervous.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looks like you are the leader now.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone there?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An eerie silence fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You move slowly toward the shadowy hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large plate flies down the hallway towards your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ducking quickly, it narrowly misses your face, and crashes to the ground.</span><br />&quot;Hey!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Silence is the only answer.</span><br />&quot;Come out of there, or we are coming down there.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, don't be so forceful. You might scare them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Another plate flies down towards you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stepping aside, it smashes against Fluttershy who has checked out of reality.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I take that back.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Twilight, light up that hallway.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight charges her horn, and lights the hallway with a beam of light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hallway is completely empty.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are two open rooms on the left, and a closed room and a boarded up window on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As well as a closed room at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Stay back. I'll go down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods to you as you inch your way towards the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your gut clenches and the air is dry and has a putrid taste.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every step you take makes the wooden floor under you creak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you approach the first open door on the left, you stop, and look back at the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks breathless, and Twilight is doing her best to keep her cool.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you break, these girls are going to lose it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stay strong.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath and move into the open room.</span><br />&quot;Annie? Are you in here? We are here to help.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room is filled with boxes, A clouded window dimly lights the room, casting silver light on the room's contents.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some of the boxes were opened, with their contents scattered around the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An open box of fine china sits near the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever threw those plates at you had to be in here.</span><br />&quot;I don't wanna play hide-and-seek today Annie. If your hiding you better come out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear a faint giggle from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning around, nopony is there.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a trail of cold sweat off your face, and continue into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Checking the open boxes, they contained fairly normal things for ponies such as books, children's toys, glassware and clothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There seemed to be lots of different things for young ponies in these boxes.</span><br />&quot;Hey Twilight, what was this place used for before it was abandoned?<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm pretty sure it used to be an orphanage, but I couldn't find the reason why it was closed.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open another box to find it full of porcelain pony dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The attention to details on these figures were terrifying, but the eyes were the worst.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You quickly close the box and take a deep breath.</span><br />&quot;Well, there isn't anything in here Twilight, lemme open a window and I'll check the next room.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Good Idea, we will try to get some of these boards down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Making your way to the window, you try to open the window, but brute force won't pry this one open.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a little of the clouded window to see outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small amount of light immediately makes a difference in the room's lighting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside at the bottom of the windowsill, you notice that the window was nailed shut from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever nailed this down, never wanted it to be opened. They must have used the whole box of nails.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly back away, and make your way to the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something brushes your leg, causing you to jump.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small ball bounces away from you, and you hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;Did you girls hear that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hear what Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This isn't fun anymore.</span><br />&quot;Nothing, must have been my imagination.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Walking out into the hallway, you take one last look into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You thought you closed that doll box.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No way that you are going back in there again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Back in the hallway, you inch towards the closed door on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on the doorknob, and try to turn it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Locked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An ear-splitting scream rings through the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sprint towards the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is pale and pointing towards you.</span><br />&quot;What's wrong. Are you okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes seem focused on something far away, and words fail her.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down to her and hold your hand to her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's cold to the touch.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, I think we should get out of here. Something is wrong.</span><br />&quot;Yeah. I agree.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You scoop up Fluttershy and head towards the open front door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams shut in front of you and Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no magic aura.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wind wasn't strong enough.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house groans from the sudden force.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;No more... Please... No more. I just wanna go home.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to Twilight, who is staring wide eyed in disbelief.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door won't open or budge.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You set down Fluttershy and try to ram the door down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It only serves to make your arms hurt.</span><br />&quot;Can your magic open it Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows a bright violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My magic isn't working on it, and I can't teleport for some reason.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice has a desperate tone to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I don't understand why though.&quot;</span><br />&quot;I think we are stuck. Unless we can get out of some of these windows.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You think to yourself about how to get out of this terrible place.</span><br />&quot;I remember seeing an open window on the way in. If I'm right, it should be towards the back of the house.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then lets find it and stick together.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you head back down the creaky hallway, illuminated by Twilight's magic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you pass the locked door, Fluttershy pipes up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, D-Did you try this door Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah, it was locked.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a squeaky door opening is heard from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy opened the door with ease and is shaking.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pat her head.</span><br />&quot;Good job.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the door she just opened, there appears to be a staircase to upstairs section of the house.</span><br />&quot;Let's check this out when the lower floor is cleared.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving down the hallway, you move to the next open door on the left.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Edging into the room carefully, Twilight follows suit to illuminate the darkest room of the house so far.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This room is a faded-yellowed pink, and is covered in children's toys.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Toys and games line the walls which have patterns of rainbows and flowers drawn across them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large, worn, circular rug fills most of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on the center of the rug is a pale blue little filly with disheveled black hair.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's holding a teddy bear and staring directly at you with fear in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on one knee to get on her eye level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You try to put on the warmest voice possible.</span><br />&quot;Hey there... What's your name?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes dig deep into your soul and send a shiver down your spine.</span><br />&quot;I'm Anon. Do you want to go home?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Anon?&quot; Twilight asks waveringly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly lifts her right hoof and points directly behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Curiosity gets the better of you, and you look over your left shoulder.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that is behind you is the two girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Who are you talking to?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Returning your gaze, all that remains in the middle of the room is the teddy bear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's inside stuffing was ripped outside of it and scattered across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stumble backwards at the disturbing surprise.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;I.. I don't know.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you feeling okay Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath, turn to the girls, and ask Twilight the question that has been on the tip of your tongue.</span><br />&quot;Twilight... are there hauntings in Equestria?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was scared you would ask that Anon.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy can't hold back the fear and tears anymore, and begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on the yellow pony's level.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy, I know this is really hard, but I'm going to need you to try and be strong for me. Okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm scared Anon. I'm so scared.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her some ear scritches.</span><br />&quot;We will get through this Fluttershy, we just need find the window and climb out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your calming words don't seem to be helping out much.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Time to pull out the big guns.</span><br />&quot;When we get out of here, I promise I'll take you out on a nice evening.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her sobs begin to quiet, and she looks up at you with a tired face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Okay Anon, I'll be strong for you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her a warm smile and immediately regret your words, realizing what you promised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Right now, that was the least of your worries.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You make your way over to the boarded window and try your hardest to push the boards that were nailed from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They won't budge.</span><br />&quot;Can you do anything on these Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let me see what I can do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows brightly, and begins to light up the room more.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to look around the room while Twilight does her thing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a pile of stuffed animals that Fluttershy is looking at intently.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had a bunny doll... just like that one... when I was a filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk towards them and examine some of them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Many of them showed typical play wear, but most of them had their eyes ripped off.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You dig deeper to the bottom of the pile of dolls when a sharp pain jolts into your hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;SHIT!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Retracting your hand, blood flies across the room and drips to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your hand has a massive stab wound in the middle of your palm, causing you to panic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Whats wrong Anon? What happened!&quot; inquires Twilight fearfully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A puddle of blood begins to stain the rug underneath you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Giggling rings through your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room seems to be spinning.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy shakes you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon! Sweetie! Get a hold of yourself!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everything returns to normal.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at your hand, your hand is fine, but you are holding a small knife.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the knife as if it were on fire and back away from it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls.</span><br />&quot;Let's get out of this room.&quot;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br />A Darker Home - Part <span class="nu0">2</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two shocked mares slowly back away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The way they look at you, it's unclear what the reason for the fear in their eyes is.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Is it due to the transpiring events?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Or is it how the house treating you like the deflated teddy bear in the middle of of the rug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's hard to blame them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Determining what will be real from this point forward will be surely be difficult.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You rub your hand where you felt yourself hemorrhage.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain was so vivid and real that you felt your body being drained of energy and you felt cold.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Flexing your fingers, you move out to the hallway with Twilight and Fluttershy, who's gazes haven't left you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, are you sure you are okay?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Were you okay?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;How long were you going to be able to keep silent all of the things that you were hearing and seeing?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The giggling that persistently followed you thoughout the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The young filly that was sitting in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You still swore you closed that box of dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was important to keep these mares calm and collected in this situation, but Twilight knew you well.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She knew you were hiding something.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a deep breath of the cool, dry air you try to chose your words carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning your back to the girls, you face the room you were just in.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the center of the room, you see an outline etched in the small amount of faded light that enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPf4xjabi_0</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She lies on the floor where the teddy bear used to lay.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The silence has a new friend. The sound of slow, uneven breathing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Shh.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put a finger up to Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Do you see her?&quot; You ask her in a hushed tone.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;See what Anon?&quot; She returns in whisper.</span><br />&quot;In the middle of that room, right now, there is... what looks like a little filly.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her outline doesn't move nor change shape, but rather lies just beyond your recognition.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight takes two steps forward.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her outline disappears into the violet light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of breathing fades into silence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't see anything Anon...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sigh deeply.</span><br />&quot;I've been seeing these young ponies scattered throughout the house ever since we arrived.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy slowly nods at you.</span><br />&quot;I've been hearing them giggle at me whenever something weird has happened.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stares at you worried, yet unsurprised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You remember your trip into the storage room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ball that brushed up against you out of nowhere.</span><br />&quot;I think... one of them even tried... to play with me.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fluttershy, what happened to you earlier?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks at the worn floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-it was... h-horrible.&quot; she manages to stutter out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down and stroke her mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks up at you with a faint smile, and looks to Twilight, standing up straighter.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was this old mare.&quot; She pauses for a moment, to recollect all the details.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She was wearing a cooking apron and had... blood... all over it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice begins to waiver, trying to recollect the traumatic event.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She... pointed a knife at me... and told me... with a smile.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whimper escapes her mouth as her willpower begins to fade.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm first.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks into your eyes, her face filled with worry.</span><br />&quot;We won't let that happen Fluttershy.&quot; You say with the most convincing smile you can give.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon's right. We will be fine if we stick together. Now lets check the next room.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Straightening up, you turn to face the final door at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You reach for the doorknob when the door opens itself slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq5BZiseqdI</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly the new room begins to reveal itself to you, and it's full of bright beautiful sunshine flowing through the windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Six desks sat in a grid on beautiful stained oak floors.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nopony was inside this room, but you hear voices in here.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Footsteps are labored as you make this way into this warm, comfortable room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fresh flowers sat on a large desk in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A pitch-black chalkboard behind the desk explained how multiple digit multiplication worked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;From the front of the room, you hear a soothing feminine voice speak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now first class, you need to multiply the two right digits. So what is two times three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Filled with excited energy, you hear several young fillies add to chorus of beauty that surrounds you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Six!&quot; The fillies announce to their teacher.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Very good!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You continue moving forward into the beautiful surroundings.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The voice is bringing you one step closer to the source of peace and tranquility.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What are you doing, Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just a few more steps.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The petals of the fresh flowers waltz gracefully to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The sun's rays begin to shift from a bright white to a dark violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;STOP!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You freeze in your tracks, and blink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yzwpn0VfQg</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand at the edge of a massive gaping hole in the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that lies at the bottom of this hole, is unfathomable darkness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just looking into it rises bile into your throat and your hair stands on end.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a few steps back, you appear to be in the center of the room that used to be a classroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Broken rusted desks were tossed about or shoved against walls, and the teacher's desk was nowhere to be seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The once fine wood below was now curved, rough and splintered from age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Lying on the ground in scattered pieces all over the floor was the blackboard, and it's original spot on the wall stood barren.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room was graced by the golden sunset that made it's way through the open windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze from outside passed through this room with ease and blew the curtains from inside to outside.</span><br />&quot;Sorry Twilight.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was it another... vision?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah. This one was incredibly vivid.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;After your initial shock, the contents of the room register in your brain.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The open windows are in here, and the freedom that comes with them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The floor makes threatening cracks and pops as you walk across the fragile surface to the open windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They seem to have just enough space to allow the three of you to climb out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With luck, you would be able to come back with someone more experienced in these matters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Or even better, never come back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Honey?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath of fresh air to compose yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If it's keeping her calm, then might as well let her talk that way.</span><br />&quot;I'm trying to get us out of here through these windows. What do you need?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um... T-that's what she wants you to do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the yellow pegasus, who's pupils are needle sized, and focused on something behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning your head slowly, you try to see what Fluttershy sees.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to see...</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns her head between you too, confused why she is the only one who cannot see this phenomenon.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Standing one foot from you is your only shot to reach Ponyville before darkness settles in.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You had to take this chance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly stepping forward to the window, it's siren song calls to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly place your right hand on the bottom base of the window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stopping, there is no reaction in the air around you and the window doesn't move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-anon, please stop...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly you move to place your other hand on the base of the window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your senses are on edge, trying to sense anything around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then you feel it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A cold breath on your left hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Recoiling your hands, you narrowly miss the window slam shut, spraying fine pieces of glass across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rest of the windows slam shut in an orchestrated fashion and shoot their glass into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The golden light refracts onto the glass and projects into rainbow patters across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give Twilight a hard stare.</span><br />&quot;It won't let us out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to whimper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stands in place, thinking as hard as she could muster.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There has got to be a a way out of here.&quot;</span><br />&quot;If the spirit's know we find a way, they will probably just block it off.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Twilight reach the same conclusion at the same time.</span><br />&quot;We have to release them from the house to get out. Don't we?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It seems so.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Great.</span><br />&quot;So how to we even begin to do that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... all the books I've ever read on hauntings in Equestria were considered fiction.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Great!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You run your hands through your hair in exasperation.</span><br />&quot;So we are stuck in here for forever.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... there is one thing we could try. I just don't know if it will work.&quot;</span><br />&quot;We don't really have a choice. Let's hear it bookworm.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles at the dose of humor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We need to figure out why the spirit is here, and cut the tie that binds her here.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Once the ties are gone, then the spirit will be able to pass on to Tartarus.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Okay. Then how do we figure out what is tying the spirits down?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That... I'm not sure about. I suppose we have to explore the house and make an educated guess.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pace the room, looking down at the fine bits of glass as the sun begins to sink further into the sky.</span><br />&quot;Well, we better look upstairs then.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you exit the room, and move towards the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;So let's review. We established that this was an orphanage. We have seen a mean old mare, and at least one filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins to ascend the fragile, narrow stairs, while thinking aloud to herself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy follows her, while you bring up the rear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You can't help but look over your shoulders, feeling a set of eyes on your back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then maybe the spirit of the old mare is holding the children back from passing on.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Or the reverse.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;A group of giggles can be heard upstairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Reaching the top of the stairs, there are four doors on the side of the hallway without the stairs and two on the side with the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The stair-door is in the middle of the hallway with an even number of doors on both sides.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving into the right side of the hallway, you move to the source of the giggling.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking to the girls, you nod at them, and open the door slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly peeking in, you see six young fillies quickly float to six little beds and disappear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door fully, and slowly enter the room.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone here?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room doesn't move, but you feel several sets of eyes on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls who are nervous, but egging you on.</span><br />&quot;We just want to play.&quot; You say doubting yourself.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room replies with silence, but the air shifts uneasily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You want to play?&quot; says a voice from a corner of the room?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound makes you jump, and Fluttershy stifles a small yelp.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We like to play games...&quot; says another voice airily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What game would you like to play?&quot; says another excited voice.</span><br />&quot;How about the 'everyone is able to see each other' game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You mean hide and seek? I love that game!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Jenny, you are doing a terrible job of being scary.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why do we have to be scary all the time? I just wanna have fun!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Because being scary is fun!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Six young filly spirits, all with pale blue skin and no cutie marks, begin to appear in the center of the room, all arguing with each other.</span><br />&quot;Uh... girls?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Their argument intensifies, as you slowly move towards them.</span><br />&quot;Girls?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the fillies begin jumping up and down while another begins to scream.</span><br />&quot;GIRLS!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;All six stare at you with intensity in their eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;WHAT!&quot; They all yell with a might that shakes the whole house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lose your balance, and try to keep your calm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Treat them just like you would the crusaders.</span><br />&quot;My name is Anon. This is Fluttershy and Twilight.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;They continue to stare at you, with deep dark eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The paleness of their skin gives you chills.</span><br />&quot;We are trying to find a way to get out of here... but another spirit keeps trying to keep us in here. Some older lady spirit.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, that must be Gertrude. She is really mean to everyone.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Maybe she wants to kill you too!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to the girls for guidance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight moves into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We want to help you girls get out of here too, but we need to know how help you girls get out of here too. We think that if you girls aren't here anymore, she won't stay either.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The girls look around.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We are too scared to go... Gertrude would always beat us if we tried to leave.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's fear turns to compassion as she enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You poor little things...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Don't worry lady! It doesn't hurt anymore!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hoof comes to her mouth, unsure of what to say.</span><br />&quot;She can't make you girls stay here anymore. So why don't you girls pass on?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We don't waaannna.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You run your hands through your hair. Even fillies were hard to deal with even when they weren't living.</span><br />&quot;How about this... we play a game of hide and seek... and if we find you, you pass on.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fillies all look at each other and discuss among themselves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the six pulls away from the group and addresses you directly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;On one condition.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Okay. What is it.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you lose, you stay here with us, and play with us.&quot;</span><br />&quot;That doesn't sound so ba-&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Forever.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You knew it wouldn't be easy.</span><br />&quot;Okay. That sounds fine, but you have to be visible and you can only hide on this floor, or the ground floor.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fillies talk amoung themselves again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's fine. We are too scared to go into the basement anyway.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then let's begin.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;All of you close your eyes and count to twenty!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ghost fillies all disappear into thin air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to the Twilight and Fluttershy.</span><br />&quot;Here goes nothing.&quot;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let's get counting then. Everyone, eyes closed. We have to play by their rules.&quot; orders Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;B-but... Then we wouldn't see if something is coming into the room.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You place a hand on Fluttershy's mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to her with a smile.</span><br />&quot;The sooner we get this done, the sooner we get out. Eyes on the prize Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles and nods to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eyes closed everyone. I'll begin the countdown.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You close your eyes tightly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNmHTb8K95k</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Yet your vision does not fail you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room is devoid of your pony friends, and a mare with a long silver mane stands in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her gray coat seems to radiate hatred as a feeling of unease enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;One.&quot; You hear Twilight say from all around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Time feels as if it is slowing down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You can't run.&quot; Says the mare in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You try to open your mouth, but words stay in the back of your throat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Burning sensations run through your body as you command it to move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You are mine now.&quot; The mare says to you, as she slowly walks across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Each footstep leaves echoes resonating through the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Two.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fighting through the pain, your legs move backwards, matching the speed of the oncoming mare.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you want your friends to stay alive, you have to play my game.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Words continue to fail you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Maybe it can hear your thoughts.</span><br />&quot;What kind of game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The apparition giggles to you as you stumble your footing, shooting pain up your right leg.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's simple... Easy in fact.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Four.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I haven't felt a stallion's touch in decades...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hit the wall, and you can see a malevolent smile stretch across her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Five.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You are going to be...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She disappears in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Silence envelops the stale air as you scan around you for any sight of her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel something behind you, causing you to bolt around to see the empty wall.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;All mine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Six.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Control over your body becomes even more difficult as you begin to lift into the air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fighting the external force feels useless as more pain flows through you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Seven.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Air flies through your body as you are thrown on one of the undersized beds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The covers rip into several pieces and bind you to the bedposts.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eight.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The mare floats above you, with her hair covering all but the lustful smile on her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm going to enjoy this... very much.&quot; She says menacingly, floating down on top of your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a moment to take a deep whiff of your hair before she nibbles your ear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Nine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn your head to look away from your oppressor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every move you made as well as every action she did to you sends sharp juts of pain through your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She grabs your face with one hoof and forces her tongue into your mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Ten.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sensations of pain weren't what caused you to gag and choke.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was the dry, moldy texture of decaying flesh performing a slow dance in your mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She slowly moves a hoof down and tears your shirt off you in one strong motion.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eleven.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel her tongue move like sandpaper down your chest towards your manhood, while massaging your groin with a hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly she undoes your pants, and pulls everything down, as if trying to enjoy a present on Christmas Day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Twelve.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Stop... Please...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An invisible force punches you in the face, causing blood to join your saliva.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;SILENCE.&quot; She says in a booming voice shaking the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thirteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She raises herself above your crotch and lets out a short triumphant giggle.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A cold, slimey sensation envelops your member as she plunges down on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Ohhh... yesss.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fourteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You've never something like this before.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The texture makes you want to throw up, but pain is beginning to overwhelm the feeling of disgust.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her body feels as cold as ice.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fifteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your body begins to respond purely on instinct.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her motions become faster as she lets out more tiny moans.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh yes! Ohh yes! Fuck!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sixteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel yourself beginning to near climax, as your body tightens up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain is unbearable as you feel as if you were on fire.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She leans into your body and bites into your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Seventeen.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Oh god no...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes... give me all of it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fire flows through your veins as you pump your seed into her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her iciness begins to melt some.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eighteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Mmmmm.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She continues to pump you for the rest of your juices.</span><br />&quot;Just... Don't hurt them...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Nineteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hurt them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hair parts in front of you, revealing two deep black bleeding eyes that pierce directly into your soul.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;None of you will leave alive.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Twenty!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your eyes shoot open, and you gasp for breath.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two ponies scan the room just as you are right now.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing seems to be different.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn around, so that the ponies can't see you check your pants.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a thin coat of slime covering your stiff member.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A feminine giggle rings through your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well. Let's get searching.&quot; Says Twilight in a worried tone.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to face the ponies, and nod as confidently as you can.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah Fluttershy?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-your neck... it's bleeding.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Reaching your hand to your neck, you pull away traces of blood.</span><br />&quot;We will just have to have it looked at when we get out of here.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Exiting the room, you take one last look back at the bed where your hallucination took you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It seems completely normal, with the exception of a few drops of blood near the pillows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a chill running down your spine, you leave the room.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Entering the hallway, there are two closed doors directly in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pull a bit out of your pocket.</span><br />&quot;Heads we take the left one, Tails we take the right one.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You flip the bit into the air, and it falls to the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bit spins on the ground for a while, and shows heads.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then flips and shows tails.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you all say &quot;Heads.&quot; at the same time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the left door reveals a fairly large bathroom with a tile floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you slowly move inside to explore the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There seemed to be three showers, three sinks and mirrors, and a few toilet rooms which right now are closed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight makes her horn brighter as she moves to check the toilet stalls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You move to the mirrors to assess the damage on your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bleeding wasn't terrible, but it really stung.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wound was in the shape of a bite.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sweetie... did you have another vision?&quot; Inquires the timid yellow pegasus.</span><br />&quot;Yeah...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was it what hurt you?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She tugs on your pant leg, indicating for you to get down on her level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After kneeling down, she wraps her arms around you and gives you a deep hug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small part deep inside of you warms up a little.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The weight of the vision crashes down as small tears fall onto her pink mane.</span><br />&quot;Thanks... Shy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give a light sniff to recompose yourself.</span><br />&quot;I really needed that.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lean away to look into her caring cyan eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whispy face suddenly flies down between the two of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;BOO!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Both you and Fluttershy jump inside your skin and fall backwards.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ghostly filly doubles over in taught laughter.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Haha! I scared you two to death!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns to the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yeah, but we found you! Which means you have to pass on for us.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly thinks about this for a moment.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The question takes the three of you aback for a second.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What is there when I pass on that makes me want to be there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight looks to you, unsure of how to answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Surprisingly, Fluttershy is the one to answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;M-my momma told me when I was a little filly, that when somepony passes on, that there is a wonderful place that we go to that has all of our friends and family waiting for us.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Even our animal friends.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly looks up to Fluttershy, with her face gradually melting into a small smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does... does that mean I get to see mommy again?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight's hoof comes to her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears well in Fluttershy's eyes as she nods to the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;And soon, the rest of your friends will be there too, and you will be able to play every day.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly smiles, as she looks towards the door of the bathroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Reccommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HD78bFap4XE</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A bright light begins to envelop the doorway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Mommy?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a few small steps towards the door, as the pale filly's voice begins to crack.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning to the three of you, she is wearing the biggest smile you've ever seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her skin begins to transition to a much more colorful tan, and her mane becomes as red and vibrant as velvet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears fall from her eyes, as she opens her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... for helping me. You don't know how much this means to me.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A tall mare stands at the door shadowed by the light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come along dear! There is a big party waiting!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly looks to the door and back to Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy simply smiles and nods to the little filly. &quot;Have fun little one.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She turns to you and Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Please help my friends. Gertrude is so mean to us... all the time... every day. I want them to be able to feel this happy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly turns towards the door and trots into the light, as the door slowly closes behind her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your hearts are warm, knowing that the little filly is in a better place.</span><br />&quot;Well. That's one down. Time for the other five.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Do you think they will all be like that Anon?&quot; Twilight asks you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wonder for a moment.</span><br />&quot;I don't know, but a small part of me hopes so.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you walk out of the room and back into the hallway, as you brush a few silver hairs off your shirt.</span><br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br />A Darker Home <span class="nu0">4</span><br /><br />&quot;Maybe we should try to leave the doors that we've explored open... just so we know where we have been.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Probably not a bad idea Anon.&quot; says Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After what was just witnessed, everyone seems to be in fairly high spirits.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight could be onto something, if the group cleared the house of the other spirits, maybe Gertude won't have a reason to stay.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house did feel a little bit warmer, and a little less oppressive.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This doesn't stop you from keeping your guard up as you make your way accross the hallway to the next closed door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Now that it was completely black outside, Twilight was the sole source of light in the house, making the tight doorways and halls feel like cages.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The areas unlit by Twilight's magic feel like endless voids of space.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The blackness in this house didn't just feel like being in the dark.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If it were that, you could handle it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Being surrounded by the blackness... felt like you were being watched.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at the girls, you nod to them.</span><br />&quot;Be ready for anything.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door slowly, letting the glow from Twilight's horn fill the room</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door creaks open slowly, only showing a foot of the room at a time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This room also had a tiled floor, and seemed to be one of the dirtiest rooms in the house yet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A strange odor filled the room as you sneak your way inside.</span><br />&quot;What's that smell?&quot; You say to no one in-particular.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear the girls make their way in too, judging by the sound of hoofsteps on tile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As Twilight makes her way into the room, more fixtures begin to take shape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An oven, a sink with dirty dishes, and counter tops begin to take shape in the darkness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large brown stain tints the color of the tiles within a few feet of the sink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;On the counter top, remains of what may have once been food is stuck to the surface.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Around the food is many different forms of cutting trays, utensils, and cooking supplies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;However, what grabs your eye is a large, rusted butcher knife.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stroll over to it, and pick it up with a swift hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fk25iAmpfME</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's light, and upon closer inspection, doesn't seem so bad.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In fact, it hardily seems rusted at all.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The blade shines from the sunlight that streams in through a nearby window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking around the room, you see a young filly cleaning dishes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's vibrant for such a little filly, and she seems to be reading while she works, based on the story she is reading out loud.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;As Daring Doo trec... trekked through the t-tropical jungle&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That's when she entered the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a long silver mane, and a large baseball bat held in her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She seemed to be angry and walking straight towards the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;... the wet heat s-sapped her energy and sl... slowed her every step.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You can't let this happen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Holding the knife firmly in your hand, you charge towards your rapist</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If only she could escape this oppon... oppressive atmosphere...</span><br />&quot;Don't you fucking touch her!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An invisible force forces you to stop... and you are unable to move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;and fly up into the cool blue sky.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You watch helplessly as the bat came down full force on the filly's head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly falls off her stepstool, and onto the ground, where she lays lifeless.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Darkness floods the room again, as your eyes try to adjust to the violet magic around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is collapsed in front of you, shaking in pure terror</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the knife from your hand, which is raised up above your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The knife breaks a tile as it connects with the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon... is it... over?&quot;</span><br />&quot;I... think so.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What was it this time.&quot;</span><br />&quot;It was her... and she was attacking this little filly.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lean down to help Fluttershy up, but she slowly gets up on her own, watching you carefully.</span><br />&quot;She was reading a book... I think it was a Daring Doo book, while she was doing dishes.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods carefully.</span><br />&quot;Then, she just came in... with a bat, and... she didn't even see it coming.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The gravity of what you just saw begins to weigh down on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You fall to your knees, remembering how she looked on the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes stared off at something that you couldn't see.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something that wasn't in the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Covering your face in your hands, you feel a hoof being put on your shoulder.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's okay....&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It doesn't hurt anymore.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes again, and turn around to see another faded filly standing behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Giving her a light smile, a thought occurs to you.</span><br />&quot;Why did you stop hiding?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was in the knife, but I wanted you to see something first before I came out.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks down at the ground, and kicks the tiles with a ghostly hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I didn't think what I would show you would make you try to hurt somepony... I'm sorry.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy steps forward.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-it's okay. I-I'll be fine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give the back of her ears a quick scratch.</span><br />&quot;Sorry Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly continues staring at the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Do you want to know what I did to make her do that?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to face her completely, and try to place your hand on her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Surprisingly, her form is solid, despite it's looks.</span><br />&quot;Only if you want to share.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She gives a heavy sigh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Gertrude always hated it when I read. We always had to be absolutely quiet whenever we weren't in class.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then later on, we weren't even allowed to do that. So, a lot of us began to have trouble reading, since we couldn't sound out the words.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight slowly makes her way over to the filly and sits down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;So, whenever I would do dishes, I would try to read out loud, hoping that the sound of the water would hide my reading.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy nudges you, and hands you what looks to be an old dusty book.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I always loved reading, so I tried to read whenever I got the chance, and even began to take some risks. One day I got caught, and she warned me that I was only allowed to read in class.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight's eyes are locked on the filly, the filly begins to talk directly to Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But... I just couldn't stop.... I just couldn't.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You needed to know how it ended....&quot; says Twilight understandingly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly begins to slowly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe the dust off of the book.</span><br />&quot;Daring Doo, and the Quest for the Sapphire Statue.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes light up a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hand the book to Twilight, knowing that this is her territory.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now tell me... where did you last leave off?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some time passes as you sit in the room with Twilight, Fluttershy and the little filly, listening to Twilight read.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The book isn't massive, but for a beginner reader, it could definitely be difficult.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight knew just all of the points to change her voice to make things sound more dramatic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She even gave the characters different voices.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly was just eating it all up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;And so, with Ahuizotl defeated and the Sapphire Statue secured, the world was safe and sound once again. Thanks to Daring Doo!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight closes the book and gives the filly a deep smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That was amazing! Is there more? I need to know what happens next!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Of course there is! This book is a classic.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But how will I read them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you pause.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Reccommened Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qycqF1CWcXg</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight is the first to speak up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... maybe, you will be able to find them... up there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She motions to the sky with a hoof, but you all know what she means.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does that mean... that I will be able to read? I won't be hit for it?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods with a gentle smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You will never be hit up there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The kitchen door opens slowly, bathing the room in white light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An yellowish mare with dark hair walks out of the doorway, and moves beside you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She kneels down to the little filly's level, and gives her a wide smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey there kiddo. What's your name?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight's eyes and mouth widen a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My name is Melody... What's your name?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm Daring... and I was told that you are a pretty cool little filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes widen, and you can see the color slowly return to the filly's coat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;D-Daring... Doo?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring Doo smiles down at the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The one and only!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hair slowly begins to turn into a beautiful shade of yellow.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But I thought that you were in the book...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That doesn't mean I'm not real kiddo. I'm right here. Inside you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring takes her hoof, and points it to the filly's head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes light up as she begins to believe what she is seeing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come on girl! Wanna go on an adventure?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring takes her signature hat and puts it on Melody's head as she wipes tears out of her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes... Yes! Let's go on an adventure!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring takes Melody and puts her on her back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... Twilight... Anon... Fluttershy. I hope you can find my friends. Please help them... and listen to them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to her, as the door slowly closes behind Melody as she begins a chapter of a brand new adventure.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please pause your music.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you rise to your feet, with a feeling of warmth in your hearts.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whatever force was helping you with these fillies tonight, really knew what it was doing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you make your way into the hallway, but you feel a warm breath on the back of your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn around, but find nothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whisper fills your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you fight it, you will regret it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A shiver runs up your spine as you move quickly to rejoin the others.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a drip of sweat from your forehead.</span><br />&quot;N-next room guys?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight returns to her serious attitude and nods her head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door knob feels cold in your hand, and a bad vibe tugs at the hair behind your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You rip the door open to find a closet filled with boxes and boxes of items.</span><br />&quot;Twilight, could you give us a little more light?<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... I can focus it, but lets not do it for long.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The light behind Twilight begins to fade as a cone of light fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You step into the closet as the violet light fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Different boxes of food, cleaning supplies, kitchen necessities, and dining utensils fill the closet, but there isn't really anything of note in here.</span><br />&quot;Well, that's disappointing.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stepping out of the closet, the hallway feels much colder and the darkness feels thicker.</span><br />&quot;Twilight, change your light back...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Okay, just a second.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The light begins to slowly return to it's normal glow.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You begin to be able to see your hands again, but what you can't see... is Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Oh no.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy... where are you?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking up and down the hallway reveals no answers.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You make your way to the unexplored section of the hallway when you see a slightly open door, and a light moan.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at Twilight, you see the worry in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nodding, you enter the room slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended music: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PU_s8D6cI9M</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door closes behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning around, you try to open it, but it won't budge.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Placing your back against the door, you turn to face the pitch-black.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A candle lights itself from the center of the room, then from the corners, and slowly across the whole room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This has to be one of the most ornate master bedrooms that you have ever seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bed is lined with curtains, and a large rug covers the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Weapons and blunt objects line the walls, each with their own picture of a little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Next to a wooden bat, you see a picture of Melody.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Near a small knife, sat a picture of the filly from the bathroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Hate and anger begins to fill your insides as a light illuminates the scene inside of the curtains.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Two ponies seem to be locked in a loving embrace, but one of them is fighting to get away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No sound emanates from the curtains, but you can hear the mattress squeak and see wings flapping in an attempt to escape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;By the time you reach the bedside, the attacker pony seems to be gone, and the pegasus seems to have given up or calmed down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You grab a curtain cautiously.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pegasus straightens it's wings and lays down on the bed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the curtain, Fluttershy lays sprawled out on the bed, giving you bedroom eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey there Anon... looks like you found a keeper right here...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice sounds nothing like Fluttershy.</span><br />&quot;Get out of her.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She sits up on the bed and brings a hoof to your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But then... we couldn't have any fun now could we.&quot;</span><br />&quot;No, I refuse to do that to her. This is sick.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She grabs a knife from under a pillow and holds it to her neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You freeze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh... now I have your attention... I'll live, but she might not be so lucky now would she?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room fills with silence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come in Anon... it's time to have a little fun...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You begrudgingly crawl onto the bed, and shut the curtain as the impostor pats the spot next to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now hold on. Don't you move a muscle...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She slowly lifts your shirt off of you, and begins to kiss your chest.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You have to admit that if this were under different terms with the real Fluttershy, this might be pretty nice.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you stay strong, maybe it could be a reality one day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her body is cold, too cold for something living as she moves her way down to your pants.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She rubs her hoof on your limp member.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Aww... not enjoying yourself? Maybe I can get some help from my guest...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;O-oh... Anon... I love you soo much...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of Fluttershy's voice rings bells in your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Snap out of it!</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You have to keep perspective.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This isn't Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She unzips your pants and pulls them down to reveal your hardening staff.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;O-oh... m-my... it's so big...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look away as she wraps her lips around your member.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Feeling her tongue wrapping around you sends guilty signals of pleasure through your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stay focused!</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you could just get the knife away from her, maybe you can try and get her out of Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a hoof to begin rubbing your shaft while she pays attention to your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Suddenly you get an idea.</span><br />&quot;Oh... yeah! I'm almost there... oh Shy....&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You aren't sure if the imposter's face began to turn red, or if it was the true host, but her attention begins to focus on the task at hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Cum for me Anon... Cum for momma!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Beginning to fake the beginning of your orgasm, you arch your back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then with all your might, push forward to headbutt Gertrude.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stars fill your vision as you try to wrestle the knife out of the dazed pegasus's hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood begins to trail out of your hand, but you manage to grab it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Cutting a hole in the curtain, you jump out of the bed and Stab the weapon as deep into the wall as possible.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you turn around, you see a yellow blur just before you are tackled to the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude must have underestimated your strength without her magic, as you easily overpower her and put her in a choke hold.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You watch as she strains to breath underneath you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's right.... kill me...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wait until she begins to stop fighting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's eyes redialate.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath, and do everything you can to blow the fresh air back into her lungs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She coughs and gasps for air, and rolls across the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight bashes through the door, blowing out all the candles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What happened!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look down at your naked form, and pull your pants up.</span><br />&quot;I think she possessed Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns her gaze to Fluttershy, who is staring at the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;How do we know if this is Fluttershy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She is.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your attention turns to a little filly standing in a corner of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I don't see her in there anymore.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk over to Fluttershy as Twilight goes to take care of the filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting on her level, you bring your hands to her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You speak to her in the softest voice you can muster.</span><br />&quot;Hey there...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She pushes her face away from your hands, leaving them wet with tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her sobs are starting to become more audible.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You cradle her in your arms.</span><br />&quot;Shhh.... it's okay.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It was a vision Anon... I swear....&quot;</span><br />&quot;I know Shy, I know....&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She cries into your shirt as you gently stroke her mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her warmth was gradually returning, which you guess was a good sign.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Eventually the sobs begin to die down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey guys... you should come over here...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to Twilight.</span><br />&quot;You going to be alright Shy?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She pulls herself away from your chest and gives you a shaky nod.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two of you walk over to the little filly.</span><br />&quot;I hope you didn't have to watch all the things that happened...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nods her head fearfully.</span><br />&quot;I'm really sorry then.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's... okay. ... It's not the first time I was forced to watch something like that.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your words begin to fail you, as the inevitable question of which part she referred to sits behind your lips.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Did... did she...&quot; stutters out Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Every night. It wasn't always the same stallion.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly looks to the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sometimes, after they were done with her... they would ask if... if...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She bursts into ghostly tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy wraps a hoof around the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm... I'm so sorry.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She made me swear not to tell the others... or it would happen to them too... I couldn't let that happen to them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A roaring flame emanates from the pit of your stomach.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting rid of Gertrude was no longer optional to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She had to pay for her actions.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was there anyone who helped you feel better? After...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly's sniffles lessened.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was one friend... other than the girls... who would help me when those bad things happened.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looked up into Fluttershy's eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was this puppy... he hid underneath the porch and I would feed him scraps of dinner that I would hide for him.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy nods at her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But... When she found out. She... She... She made me watch her do it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She bursts into tears anew.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand up and walk over to the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking up at the ceiling, and take a deep breath.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After two times, you just gotta believe this will work.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just have faith.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&amp;v=qycqF1CWcXg#t=4607</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door, filling the room with white light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly doesn't even seem to notice with her eyes shut.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Running in the distance, you see a small hound running towards the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I would do anything just to see him again.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As he closes the distance, you see the joyful look on the little hound as a small tennis ball is held in his mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Just one last time. I've never felt so alone...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little pup slows down as he gets nearer to the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;He would always make me smile... even after she hit me too hard, or I started to bleed.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy holds her, tears forming in her eyes, already predicting what was going to happen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sometimes that's all I needed to make my day a little bit better.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The puppy enters the room, and walks right up to the little filly, with his tail wagging as hard as its little body could muster.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It smils the biggest smile the animal could as it gave a small yip.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly opens her eyes with wide shock.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hound trots up to her and licks her hoof, which was slowly beginning to turn pink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nearly collapses and picks the dog up in her hooves to cradle it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her face was being littered with sloppy, happy kisses, wiping up the salty tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I've missed you so much Buddy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The smile on this filly's face would have to measured in miles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She gasps loudly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;IS THAT YOUR BALL?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hound barks excitedly and squirms out of her arms to hand it to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes the ball in her hoof and runs to the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You want the ball boy? You want the ball?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The dog leaps about through the air, and yips at her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She laughs and throws the ball out through the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let's go get it!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hound sprints to the door, but waits for her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly looks to Fluttershy and smiles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy wipes tears from her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Go have fun you two.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles, and looks to Buddy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let's go boy!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two of them run through the door, as it slowly closes behind them.</span><br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sleep clung to your eyelids as your group left the bedroom.</span><br />&quot;Half way there guys. Just a matter of time.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is still wiping tears from her eyes.</span><br />&quot;You gonna be okay Fluttershy?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-yeah. It's just... animal reunions make me cry every time.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That makes sense.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns to Fluttershy with excitement written on her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I know some good books that you might love then. I'll pass them onto you when we get out of here.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you give a light laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That's a first.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Things are finally beginning to feel a little less spooky in the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The frigid air doesn't have quite the same bite to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The darkness didn't seem quite so thick.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In fact, the light from Twilight's horn was beginning to light the whole hallway.</span><br />&quot;Only one room left up here. Let's check it out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly turning the knob, you open the door to the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Light from Twilight's horn instantly begins to fill the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One long table sits in the center of a room under a large ornate red rug covered in a thick coat of dust.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The chairs are pushed in and pristine, and the table is set for an exquisite dinner.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you file into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Cabinets line the walls, each with clouded windows displaying ancient pieces of fine china.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You find a book of matches.</span><br />&quot;Well. Finally. A source of light.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a match, you strike it against the side of the box.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0blCpK32vI</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fire from the match radiates out through the room lighting each of the candles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gentle orange light from a majestic sunset graces the room through the windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Triangles of sandwiches with the crusts cut off sit at the table.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A wide array of carrots, celery and other vegetables sit in bowls as well.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The five of the girls sit at the table all silent, munching on their dinner.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One place at the table is empty, but food has been put on their plate.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Occasionally, one will look up at another, then return their gaze to their meal.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the fillies cough, grabbing all of their attention.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They turn their eyes to the door, as if waiting for something.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A tense moment of silence passes.</span><br />&quot;Uh... what's up?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nobody acknowledges your words.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at your hands,you are slightly transparent.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;At least you can tell you are in a vision now.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The five fillies relax a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This is really good Melody.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thanks.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uh... thanks for... cutting off the crusts.&quot; pipes up a little filly that you haven't met yet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Melody smiles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Of course Summer. I know you don't like them. Rose, be sure to give those crusts to Buddy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Rose, the filly from the bedroom, nods with a smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A loud noise from outside the room draws your attention.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Instantly, all of the fillies are face forward, sitting up straight at their place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams open, causing some of the cabinets to shake.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of loud wailing and crying fills the room as Gertrude drags a filly in by their hair.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE! I'VE NEVER SEEN THIS PLACE THIS DIRTY IN MY LIFE!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly tries to choke out words among her sobs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;B-but I've been cleaning all day! All day! I'm sorry I haven't cleaned the bathroom yet!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She throws the little one at a cabinet and she hits her head hard.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A plate falls out of the cabinet and breaks on one of her back legs, covering the rug with pieces of razor sharp porcelain.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;None of the girls even look up, with terror and fear written across their faces.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The littlest one, Summer, has her eyes closed and is biting her lip.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of them isn't terrified of being next though.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She stares directly at her plate, and is filled with rage.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Leave her alone!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude looks at the angry filly, who stands up on her seat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Robin, don't do this,&quot; whispers Rose.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She's been working hard all day! She hasn't even eaten anything. Let her take a little break.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude furrows her brow.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I see.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She moves around the table to stand face to face with the filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm sure you wouldn't mind helping this slacker with the rest of the house then.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly nods, but refuses to break eye contact with Gertrude.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Good girl.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She moves around the table and examines the empty seat at the table, and picks up the plate of food.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Looks good.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude throws the plate at the filly's face, covering her in food and causing her to cry out in pain.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eat up.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The old mare leaves the room without another word.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rest of the group sits in silence as the little filly lies on the floor covered in food and tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin gets off her chair and approaches her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you okay Glitter?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She simply keeps sobbing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin begins to help clean the food off of Glitter and picks up the worst pieces of broken porcelain on the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A burning feeling in your hand causes you to drop your match.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please stop your music.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;When the match hits the floor, the room returns to it's darker state, and dust retakes it's rightful home on the house's belongings.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Look at this place.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your attention is drawn to glitter, whose hoof is running along the table.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This probably would have been at least six hours in the closet. Maybe more.&quot;</span><br />&quot;You are... Glitter. Right?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nods with a tired expression.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I wanted you to see that. Just so you could see what it was like every single day here.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pull out one of the chairs and sit next to her.</span><br />&quot;I can't even imagine what you girls had to go through on a normal basis.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She sighs and looks to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Wanna know what the worst part is?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy and Twilight move closer to the filly and sit in front of her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She has all of your undivided attention.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I worked hard every single day for Gertrude. For some reason she just didn't like me. I tried my best to meet her expectations, but I just never could.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Glitter sits down on the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Every night I would go to bed sore, hungry, and tired. Most of the time later than everyone else. There was so many things that she wanted done.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I almost never got enough sleep, so when Gertrude taught her lessons I would sometimes fall asleep. Then there would be more chores and more...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks at the floor.</span><br />&quot;I understand.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The worst part about all of this is, when I was in my final moments, I was just so happy. I would finally be able to relax. I would finally be able to rest for just a few moments.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight strokes the filly's mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yet. I'm still so tired. All the time. I don't have a body anymore, but everything still hurts.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks over her front hooves carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I've seen the door several times, so I know what you are doing for the rest of my friends.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I just couldn't leave them. Some part of me thought that if I stayed, maybe then Gertrude wouldn't hurt or bother anyone else.&quot;</span><br />&quot;That's really selfless of you Glitter, but you might be surprised.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks up at you questioningly.</span><br />&quot;We've already helped Melody, Rose, and another filly go through the door, and it seems like Gertrude is getting weaker.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Glitter thinks this over for a moment.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;So if everyone goes through the door, then she won't have any power anymore?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We think so,&quot; says Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2hgqYCVodQ</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Glitter smiles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then I know what I have to do. For my friends.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Glitter walks to the door and opens it all by herself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;White light fills the dining room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It seems to be a simple child's bedroom, filled with toys and a small pink bed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As she walks in she smiles widely.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My old room...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Posters line the walls and school books sit on the wooden desk in the corner.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's just like I remembered before the accident.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk to the doorway and stand against the door to prevent it from closing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every second of this beautiful moment is precious to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She trots directly to the desk, where a picture of her family is sitting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The color slowly begins to return to her body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Mom... Dad... Little brother...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles, caressing the picture carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Outside the windows in the room you see a beautiful sight of Ponyville in the summer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Children are outside playing catch and tag on the crisp green grass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You even manage to see the filly from the bathroom outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Glitter looks out the window and recognizes her as well.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She gasps and opens the window wide.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey Joy!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly stops and waves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come out here and play with us!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You bet!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She slams the window shut and gallops towards the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... so much.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You laugh.</span><br />&quot;I thought you were tired.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks outside and then back to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was, but... now I'm not.&quot;</span><br />&quot;That's good. Well, I better let you outside.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nods and you slowly close the door, returning the dining room to the dark.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please stop your music.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you reopen the door, only dark hallway greets you.</span><br />&quot;Well, the top floor is clear. Let's recheck downstairs.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You be sure to grab the matches before you go.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Who knows if Gertrude could possess Twilight next.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something entirely different or unexpected could also happen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whatever it could be, it has you on guard since she hasn't shown herself or made any moves against you guys in the last hour.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you make your way down the creaky hallway towards the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They didn't quite seem this steep last time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking point, you begin to descend the stairs.</span><br />&quot;Alright, so downstairs we have the entrance room, storage room, the room none of us like, and the classroom.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a sudden light pressure against your back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The push causes you to miss a step.</span><br />&quot;SHIT!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight and Fluttershy both jump as well, seeing your sudden reaction.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-you okay?&quot; asks Fluttershy.</span><br />&quot;Yeah...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take the rest of the stairs much more carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;When you reach the bottom of the stairs, you turn to the girls.</span><br />&quot;Which should we check out first?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight thinks to herself for a moment and responds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why don't we check out the storage room? Seems like it would be a really good hiding spot for the girls.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The thought of the open box of dolls enters your mind.</span><br />&quot;Uh, okay.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly walk towards the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This was one of the last places you wanted to check.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Hair stands on the back of your neck as you walk towards the open door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A sharp pain from your foot causes you to look down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking down, it seems that you stepped on one of the heads of the pony dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The head shattered into millions of pieces, and only it's eyes looked right back at you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You push the pieces to the side of the hallway with your foot, trying to get the image of the piercing eyes out of your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving into the open room, you freeze dead in your tracks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Hundreds of piercing eyes are illuminated by Twilight's horn from the dolls that are scattered across the entire room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy refuses to even enter the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight walks into the room as if it were any other room in the house.</span><br />&quot;These... weren't all like this before.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to shiver while Twilight begins moving boxes trying to find the filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The sooner we get done, the sooner we get to leave. Isn't that what you've been saying Anon?&quot; says Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a deep breath, you steel yourself and begin to look through the boxes again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The timid yellow moves into the room and clings to your leg.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;At this point, there was no point in fighting her anymore.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some of the boxes had their original contents disturbed, but it seemed like most of them were the same.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight became overly interested in a box of books and wasn't looking quite as hard anymore.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sit down on a searched box and sigh.</span><br />&quot;Don't think anything is in here.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams shut.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Ooowwww.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you turn, and a little filly is rubbing her head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Dang it, you found me. I bet I was the first one too.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks to the floor utterly defeated.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was so close too. I almost managed sneak out of the door, but I even messed that up.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to the little filly.</span><br />&quot;Hey now, don't be so hard on yourself. You are Summer right?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks up at you, surprised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;H-how do you know my name?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Your friends told me. The ones we already found.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer nods to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;They are all so nice to me. I really don't deserve such nice friends.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to Fluttershy, who is visibly concerned for the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey now... that's not the right way to think at all. Why do you think you don't deserve them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer sits on the floor and picks up one of the porcelain dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's easy... Because all of this is my fault.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Now that can't be true at all-&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;IT IS!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She has a fire of regret and agony in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I tried to help Melody with her cooking, and she just gets hurt! I try to help Glitter with the cleaning and she gets locked in the closet! I try to get school help from Robin... and... and&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer tears up and looks at the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;... I blew up the classroom on accident because I can't do anything right. I was just trying to work on the science project.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Words fail you as you try to console the crying filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;When she saw the big hole. She just went to her room, and didn't come out for hours. When she did come out, I was the first one. I was locked in the closet... It hurt so much.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She curls into a ball on the floor.</span><br />&quot;Summer... you don't have to say anymore if you don't want to.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She shakes her head and continues.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The worst part was, when I left my body... I tried to do everything I could to stop her, but I didn't know how to control things. When she got to Melody, it was all over too fast for me to do anything...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy wraps herself around the little spirit in an attempt to console her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She forced Glitter to drink some of the cleaning fluid and locked her in the closet. Joy was stabbed in the shower so many times that I lost count. Rose was beaten until she stopped moving. I... couldn't save them...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer sinks deeper and deeper into her sobs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;None of that was as bad as what happened to Robin too...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight is stroking the filly's mane, trying to console her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Shhhhh. It's all over now.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you sit together, taking care of the poor little spirit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I should have saved them.&quot;</span><br />&quot;It's not your fault Summer.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm a failure.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You aren't a failure sweetie,&quot; chimes in Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer begins to quietly calm down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;W-where are they now?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You do your best to put on a reassuring smile.</span><br />&quot;A better place.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3H8UjitRFHQ</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Can... Can I see them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the door and Summer seems to understand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I remember Glitter talking about this once.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer moves away from Fluttershy's warm embrace and looks at the door with a worried look.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She reaches up with a shaky hoof, to open the door, but pulls it away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I... I can't. I never told any of them...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She turns away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What if they don't forgive me?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;They will Summer.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;From the back of the room, Robin slowly steps into Twilight's light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I know they will. This isn't your fault.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer looks up at Robin.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you sure?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin smiles down at her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Of course. We are all basically sisters, and there is no way I could be mad at my little sister.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer sniffs, feeling more tears coming on.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nearly tackles Robin with a massive hug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now now, no more tears... we got to go see everyone else.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer walks up to the door, but stops to look at Robin.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin nods to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's your door to open, not mine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer raises a shaky hoof to the door knob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room slowly fills with white light, as the rest of the girls stand on the other side.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Summer!&quot; exclaims Melody</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Summer, we've been waiting for you!&quot; says Glitter</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come on slow poke! Let's have some fun.&quot; chimes Joy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Rose stands off to the side with a wide smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer's face lights up, as her coat begins to turn a more natural shade of blue.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She turns to Robin.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you coming with me?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin shakes her head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This isn't my door, but I will be there soon. I promise.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer looks to you, Twilight and Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you so much for listening. I can't wait to see you all again some day.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer trots into the white light, when Robin calls out to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey! Don't forget this!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She picks up the ball from the back of the room, the one that bounced into your earlier, and throws it to the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thanks Robin!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You are the best Robin!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;See you soon!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Bye guys...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin slowly closes the door, leaving you all in darkness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please stop your music.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I suppose now it's my turn huh?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to the girls, and then back to Robin.</span><br />&quot;That was the agreement.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nods and heads into the hallway, and the three of you follow her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As she heads into the play room, you follow her in here.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This is the only place that I can see my door.&quot;</span><br />&quot;So you have seen your door too?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yeah... I couldn't leave the girls though. I'm like a big sister to all of them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sort of like Glitter then...&quot; says Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Not really. I knew that Gertrude would be stronger if we were all still here, so I've been trying to get all of them to go through their doors, but some couldn't see them or didn't want to. So, thank you, all of you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy smiles a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The three of you have really helped me and my family, so now I want to help you before I join them.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Really? How do we need help? If you go through, then she won't have any power anymore.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's not true. I've been watching you three since you arrived here. She will have three more sources of power once I leave.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Who would that be?&quot; asks Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There is Anon, Fluttershy, and the other filly that wandered in here a few days ago.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's Annie,&quot; exclaims Twilight. &quot;We were sent here to bring her back to Ponyville. Is she safe?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes, she's sleeping at the bottom of the hole as Gertrude's hostage.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then what do we do? How can we get everyone out of here?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's the problem... I don't know.&quot; says Robin with a tone of sadness. &quot;I've been thinking so hard, but I don't know how you can do it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand up.</span><br />&quot;I know what we have to do.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three ponies look at you questioningly.</span><br />&quot;You won't like it, but it will work. So I'm not telling you the plan. Let's just get this over with.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stands up, furious.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;No! We've done all of this as a team so far, so we will do this as a team.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Twilight, this is the only way. I'm pretty sure I knew that it would end this way once we began the game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;W-will anyone get hurt?&quot; asks Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You know exactly what she means.</span><br />&quot;Everyone will be fine Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks directly into your eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Will you be alright Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look into her worried eyes.</span><br />&quot;I'll be fine.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She doesn't break her gaze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I believe Anon. Let's do his plan.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight looks at Fluttershy, utterly shocked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin stands up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sounds like this is my time to take my leave.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight gives up and returns to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin walks over to the door, and raises her hoof to the handle.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;White light fills the room one more time as the rest of the girls are playing catch.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey guys.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Robin!&quot; the girls all chime in unison.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin turns to you three and smiles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... so much. I swear I will find a way to repay you three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you nod.</span><br />&quot;Have fun girls.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Bye bye girls!&quot; says Fluttershy excitedly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight simply waves with a smile, as the door slowly closes for the last time.</span><br /><br />&quot;We are only going to get one shot, so let's make it count.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your feet are automatic as you walk towards the classroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight and Fluttershy keep your pace as you enter the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The classroom is empty, the shards of glass on the floor undisturbed from when you last exited.</span><br />&quot;Show yourself.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The clapping of hooves fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Congratulations. You successful showed the little brats to the other side. I bet you feel like you accomplished something.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Where was the sound coming from?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You search the room, but find no sign of Gertrude.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to breathe heavily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight wraps a hoof around her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErCZLRXQPW8</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The yellow pegasus begins to cough.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you going to be okay Fluttershy?&quot; asks Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her coughs become louder and more pronounced as she begins to cough out a black liquid onto the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It soon pours out in a steady stream, causing the pegasus to go white in the face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She collapses on the glass once it finishes pouring out of her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The liquid begins twisting and turning unnaturally.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It slithers across the floor to the other side of the massive hole in the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The mass slowly begins to shape itself into Gertrude, who doesn't seem as ghostly as the other fillies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sun gradually begins to rise from outside, providing a minimal amount of light for the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight charges her horn for a magic strike.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now, now, now. We can't have that.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude raises a hoof, and Twilight is sent flying through the open door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning back, you see the front door open wide and the purple unicorn flies through it, landing roughly on the yellow grass outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams shut as you return your attention to the spirit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You've came all this way, yet still I have the upper hand.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small white filly is raised up out of the hole and hangs in mid-air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Were you looking for this little one? She has been crying for days. Probably starving too.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then what do you want?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You know exactly what I want.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Damn it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feared this would happen.</span><br />&quot;So only two of us can leave then.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy slowly starts getting to her feet, her underside covered in cuts and broken glass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's right.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then I'm staying.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon... no...&quot; says Fluttershy weakly.</span><br />&quot;It's what has to be done.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude smiles and licks her lips.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Step right up then.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a step forward.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;One more thing...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A tingling sensation envelops your feet, and then unbearable pain shoots through your legs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking down, your shoes have vanished, giving your feet zero protection.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles a malevolent smile and dangles the filly in mid-air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Just come to me, and she is free.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take another step, as the unbearable pain racks your thoughts.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood marks your footsteps as you cross the floor one step at a time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears of pain collect in your eyes and your teeth clench.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This was the only way to make sure that everyone got out safe.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You didn't belong in Equestria anyway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It all made sense.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looked on helplessly, watching her love endure terrible pain to ensure that she and Annie got out safe.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes... that's it... almost there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;When you reach her, you drop to your knees, unable to take the pain anymore.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Good boy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude takes the little filly and places her on Fluttershy's back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The front door swings wide open.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight tries to charge in, but is blocked by an invisible force.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;ANON! NO!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look up at the unicorn with a feeling of helplessness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It had to end this way.</span><br />&quot;Just go Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon...&quot;</span><br />&quot;JUST GO!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy walks towards the door, but stops to turn back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, I-&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a swift hoof, Fluttershy is pushed out the door to the classroom, and it is slammed shut behind her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20HS9fTZOTs</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now then... It's time to have some fun with you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The red light from the rising sun spills into the room, mixing hues with the blood that covers the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;And trust me, I'm going to enjoy this...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She raises you up into the air and slams you down on the teacher's desk.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;For a very, very long time.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door to the hallway bursts off the hinges and flies into Gertrude.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's taken by surprise and it hits her head on.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;White light pierces the red and fills the entire room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The walls become painted in the white and the windows disappear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that remains is the hole in the center of the room, which had became as black as night.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The six fillies, bathed in white light burst from the doorway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Get her!&quot; cries Robin.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The six fillies charge at Gertrude and jump on her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You little brats! Get off of me!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She punches Summer in the face and treats Glitter the same.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;How DARE you!&quot; declares a familiar feminine voice.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twelve adult ponies stand in the doorway and gallop into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A few of the males pick up Gertrude and hold her steady.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Go get her Papa!&quot; exclaims Summer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Joy's mother walks up to Gertrude and gives her a deadly stare.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;How dare you hurt our children? How dare you cut their lives short out of your own selfishness? Now it's time for you to pay.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;No... Don't!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fathers, shrouded in white, slowly drag her to the black pit in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Please! NO! Anywhere but there!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a strong throw, she is tossed into the endless void and begins to scream.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The piercing scream fills the room until she falls out of hearing range.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Have fun in Tartarus,&quot; says one of the fathers.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Another one of them spits into the black void.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please stop your music.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The parents slowly leave the room, and each of the fillies come up to hug you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain and burning in your feet slowly fade away.</span><br />&quot;Thank you girls. Thank you.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you? You helped us!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You return their hug and the girls smile and laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting up, you smile at Robin, who returns just as strong of a smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I told you that I would make it up to you.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah. Yeah you did.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Standing back up, you walk with the fillies towards the door.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2j5d5CTkoL4</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;When you walk through the door, you find yourself outside the house, looking directly at Twilight and Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy flies at you and wraps herself around you.</span><br />&quot;Don't worry Shy, I'm not going anywhere.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight walks up to you questioningly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What happened? The entire house went white after Fluttershy came out with Annie.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look back at the house, and see the six little fillies smile and wave through the shattered windows.</span><br />&quot;I think, Gertrude got what was finally coming to her.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight smiles and nods.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sleeping filly rests quietly on Twilight's back.</span><br />&quot;Let's head back to town guys. We got one heck of a story for the Princess, and this little one has a family to go home to.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The girls nod, as the four of you begin the return trip to Ponyville in the light of a brand new day.</span></div></div>
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<div dir="ltr" class="mw-geshi mw-code mw-content-ltr"><div class="gettext source-gettext">&#160;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes just a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A gentle breeze rustles the curtains as golden rays enter the window of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes to take in the entirety of your room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house wasn't much, but you worked hard to earn it, and damn were you proud.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a good stretch, you get your ass out of bed to begin your day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing was on your plate today.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could do anything you wanted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Heading into the shower, you turn on the water to that magical setting that felt just right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Humming a tune to yourself, you begin to wonder what you will fill your day with.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could spend the day reading a book or practicing an instrument.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Of course, there was also that new recipe you wanted to try.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the evening you could head down to the Ponyville Pub and chat it up with some of the hardworking stallions.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They have some of the best stories you've heard since you came to town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting information on what appealed to the mares didn't hurt either.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You weren't attracted to the horses, but female companionship was a necessity in order to stay sane in this world.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning off the shower, you step out into the foggy bathroom and crack the door a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After wiping off the mirror, you begin to shave.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The shaving cream and razor are by no means perfect, but-</span><br />&quot;Ah! Crap.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood trickles down your neck.</span><br />&quot;Great.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe up the dribble.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on your throne, you ponder what you should have for breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Eggs and toast sound marvelous today. Plus, it's not often that you spoil yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After a flush, you head downstairs in a designer robe that Rarity gave you for your birthday.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The material was top notch, and it fit perfectly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You didn't even care that it was neon pink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a floral pattern.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;and baby bunnies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You prep a cup of coffee, and get out everything for your special breakfast.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside your window, you look outside to see the pear tree you planted.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It looks like it may have ripe fruit next week.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You will have to trade a few of your treats for some of Applejack's signature creations.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Especially those apple fritters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A trail of drool nearly escapes your mouth as you imagine the aroma and flavor of the treat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Preparing your breakfast, you hear a knock on your door.</span><br />&quot;Come on in!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Crime was nearly non-existent in Ponyville so none of the houses came with locks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Something sure smells good in here!&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yep, just making breakfast Twilight. Want some?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Two sets of hoofsteps make their way towards your kitchen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes please! I haven't been able to eat anything since Celestia's letter this morning.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, could I have some too? Uhm. That is, if it's not too much trouble.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Oh great. Of everyone she could bring, it had to be the pony that was completely obsessed with you.</span><br />&quot;Uh. Yeah. It's no big deal. Lemme get it started.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins conversation about a new book she's been reading.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some romance novel about a young colt and filly that found young love.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Serving the mares their plates, you try not to notice Fluttershy staring at you slack-jawed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um.. thank you sweetie.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hit her head lightly with yesterday's newspaper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She still recoils as if it was a sledgehammer.</span><br />&quot;Bad. No.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What did I do?&quot;</span><br />&quot;You know what you did.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She wasn't really a bad pony, but her constant attempts to guess your fetish or be your marefriend were getting on your nerves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wouldn't mind if she just asked to go on a date though.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sit down to enjoy your breakfast with a cup of coffee.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anyway, on to business Anon. My letter from the princess was a new assignment.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Oh?&quot; You say in curiosity. &quot;What's the assignment?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm supposed to form a small team to explore an abandoned house where a young filly went missing. I wanted to see if you wanted to help today&quot;</span><br />&quot;Sure! Why not! It sounds pretty awesome.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fantastic! Then the three of us will head off right after breakfast.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at her in surprise.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy is going?&quot; You ask questioningly, looking at the scaredy-cat pony.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, um. Well I'm sure that you will protect me if I get too scared Anon.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Suuure.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scene of Fluttershy being utterly terrified, now that's something you would like to see.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After cleaning up, the team begins their journey to the opposite end of Ponyville.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you begin to approach the abandoned house, the trail begins to fade into the surrounding yellowed grass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze was noticeably stronger out in the open land than it was in town.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small house is barely visible off in the distance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The scenery is hardly an indicator of Equestria's beautiful landscape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the grass was dead, or was simply overtaken by weeds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An unstained wooden fence stands dilapidated and slumped.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A graying carriage shows it's exposure to the elements near the fence's gate, which swings with the breeze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something doesn't feel right about this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy seems to be shivering while Twilight digs her nose into her map.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This seems to be the place.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-are you sure? Maybe w-we should head back. I think Angel needs feeding.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on Fluttershy's mane and she coo's softly.</span><br />&quot;Let's just get the assignment over with. The sooner we are done, the sooner we can head home.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sounds good.&quot; Asserts Twilight as she moves towards the break in the fence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-yes my love.&quot;</span><br />&quot;You just lost hand-holding privileges.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You follow Twilight trying not to look at Fluttershy's shocked face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had those!?!&quot; She says bringing up the tail.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You do your best to repress a laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving closer gives you a better inspection of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was much bigger than it looked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to get a good mental picture of the outside of this place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house had two levels, and what it lacked in height and width, it made up in length.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Most of the paint has been eaten by the elements, and the house has a noticeable slant to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no way that this place could be structurally stable.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;What few windows weren't boarded up, were broken with their curtains flowing smoothly outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Very few were on the bottom level, and the open windows upstairs only revealed emptiness on the inside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rocking chair on the porch creaked back and forth with the wind.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hairs stand on the back of your neck, and goosebumps begin to form on your arm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does anyone else feel like.... like...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;W-we are...&quot;</span><br />&quot;Being watched?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's eyes shrink to the size of needles and collapses.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pick her up and nod to Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't wanna go!&quot;</span><br />&quot;We will be done before you know it Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She opens the door to the house. &quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Fluttershy follow Twilight into the abandoned residence.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The boarded windows do little to let light in to the dim room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hello? Is anypony here?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, would you look at that! Nopony is here. I guess that means we can all just go home.&quot; Fluttershy says unconvincingly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the yellow pony on the ground and she shrieks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Not until we search the entire house. Lets check under and inside everything.&quot; Orders Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Alright. I don't wanna be in here any longer than I have to.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are white blanket covers on the furniture in the room, which have grayed with dust and age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Pulling off each cover creates a massive cloud of dust, which promptly covers matching sets of ancient furniture.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Annie? Are you here? My name is Twilight! We are here to help you!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The only answer is pure silence, and the sound of teeth chattering.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy shut up.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She muzzles herself the best she can with her front hooves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a falling box comes from the back of the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everyone looks down the dark hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You glance to Twilight who looks nervous.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looks like you are the leader now.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone there?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An eerie silence fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You move slowly toward the shadowy hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large plate flies down the hallway towards your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Ducking quickly, it narrowly misses your face, and crashes to the ground.</span><br />&quot;Hey!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Silence is the only answer.</span><br />&quot;Come out of there, or we are coming down there.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, don't be so forceful. You might scare them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Another plate flies down towards you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stepping aside, it smashes against Fluttershy who has checked out of reality.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I take that back.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Twilight, light up that hallway.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight charges her horn, and lights the hallway with a beam of light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hallway is completely empty.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There are two open rooms on the left, and a closed room and a boarded up window on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As well as a closed room at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Stay back. I'll go down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods to you as you inch your way towards the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your gut clenches and the air is dry and has a putrid taste.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every step you take makes the wooden floor under you creak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you approach the first open door on the left, you stop, and look back at the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks breathless, and Twilight is doing her best to keep her cool.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you break, these girls are going to lose it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stay strong.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath and move into the open room.</span><br />&quot;Annie? Are you in here? We are here to help.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room is filled with boxes, A clouded window dimly lights the room, casting silver light on the room's contents.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some of the boxes were opened, with their contents scattered around the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An open box of fine china sits near the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever threw those plates at you had to be in here.</span><br />&quot;I don't wanna play hide-and-seek today Annie. If your hiding you better come out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear a faint giggle from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning around, nopony is there.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a trail of cold sweat off your face, and continue into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Checking the open boxes, they contained fairly normal things for ponies such as books, children's toys, glassware and clothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There seemed to be lots of different things for young ponies in these boxes.</span><br />&quot;Hey Twilight, what was this place used for before it was abandoned?<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm pretty sure it used to be an orphanage, but I couldn't find the reason why it was closed.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open another box to find it full of porcelain pony dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The attention to details on these figures were terrifying, but the eyes were the worst.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You quickly close the box and take a deep breath.</span><br />&quot;Well, there isn't anything in here Twilight, lemme open a window and I'll check the next room.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Good Idea, we will try to get some of these boards down.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Making your way to the window, you try to open the window, but brute force won't pry this one open.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a little of the clouded window to see outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The small amount of light immediately makes a difference in the room's lighting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking outside at the bottom of the windowsill, you notice that the window was nailed shut from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whoever nailed this down, never wanted it to be opened. They must have used the whole box of nails.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly back away, and make your way to the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something brushes your leg, causing you to jump.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small ball bounces away from you, and you hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;Did you girls hear that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hear what Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This isn't fun anymore.</span><br />&quot;Nothing, must have been my imagination.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Walking out into the hallway, you take one last look into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You thought you closed that doll box.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No way that you are going back in there again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Back in the hallway, you inch towards the closed door on the right.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put your hand on the doorknob, and try to turn it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Locked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An ear-splitting scream rings through the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sprint towards the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is pale and pointing towards you.</span><br />&quot;What's wrong. Are you okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes seem focused on something far away, and words fail her.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down to her and hold your hand to her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's cold to the touch.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, I think we should get out of here. Something is wrong.</span><br />&quot;Yeah. I agree.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You scoop up Fluttershy and head towards the open front door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams shut in front of you and Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was no magic aura.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wind wasn't strong enough.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house groans from the sudden force.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;No more... Please... No more. I just wanna go home.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to Twilight, who is staring wide eyed in disbelief.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door won't open or budge.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You set down Fluttershy and try to ram the door down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It only serves to make your arms hurt.</span><br />&quot;Can your magic open it Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows a bright violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My magic isn't working on it, and I can't teleport for some reason.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice has a desperate tone to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I don't understand why though.&quot;</span><br />&quot;I think we are stuck. Unless we can get out of some of these windows.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You think to yourself about how to get out of this terrible place.</span><br />&quot;I remember seeing an open window on the way in. If I'm right, it should be towards the back of the house.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then lets find it and stick together.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you head back down the creaky hallway, illuminated by Twilight's magic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you pass the locked door, Fluttershy pipes up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um, D-Did you try this door Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah, it was locked.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of a squeaky door opening is heard from behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy opened the door with ease and is shaking.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pat her head.</span><br />&quot;Good job.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the door she just opened, there appears to be a staircase to upstairs section of the house.</span><br />&quot;Let's check this out when the lower floor is cleared.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving down the hallway, you move to the next open door on the left.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Edging into the room carefully, Twilight follows suit to illuminate the darkest room of the house so far.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This room is a faded-yellowed pink, and is covered in children's toys.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Toys and games line the walls which have patterns of rainbows and flowers drawn across them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large, worn, circular rug fills most of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting on the center of the rug is a pale blue little filly with disheveled black hair.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's holding a teddy bear and staring directly at you with fear in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on one knee to get on her eye level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You try to put on the warmest voice possible.</span><br />&quot;Hey there... What's your name?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes dig deep into your soul and send a shiver down your spine.</span><br />&quot;I'm Anon. Do you want to go home?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Anon?&quot; Twilight asks waveringly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly lifts her right hoof and points directly behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Curiosity gets the better of you, and you look over your left shoulder.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that is behind you is the two girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Who are you talking to?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Returning your gaze, all that remains in the middle of the room is the teddy bear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's inside stuffing was ripped outside of it and scattered across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stumble backwards at the disturbing surprise.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear another giggle from out in the hall.</span><br />&quot;I.. I don't know.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you feeling okay Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath, turn to the girls, and ask Twilight the question that has been on the tip of your tongue.</span><br />&quot;Twilight... are there hauntings in Equestria?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was scared you would ask that Anon.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy can't hold back the fear and tears anymore, and begins to quietly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You get down on the yellow pony's level.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy, I know this is really hard, but I'm going to need you to try and be strong for me. Okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm scared Anon. I'm so scared.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her some ear scritches.</span><br />&quot;We will get through this Fluttershy, we just need find the window and climb out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your calming words don't seem to be helping out much.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Time to pull out the big guns.</span><br />&quot;When we get out of here, I promise I'll take you out on a nice evening.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her sobs begin to quiet, and she looks up at you with a tired face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Okay Anon, I'll be strong for you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give her a warm smile and immediately regret your words, realizing what you promised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Right now, that was the least of your worries.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You make your way over to the boarded window and try your hardest to push the boards that were nailed from the outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They won't budge.</span><br />&quot;Can you do anything on these Twilight?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let me see what I can do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her horn glows brightly, and begins to light up the room more.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a moment to look around the room while Twilight does her thing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a pile of stuffed animals that Fluttershy is looking at intently.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I had a bunny doll... just like that one... when I was a filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk towards them and examine some of them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Many of them showed typical play wear, but most of them had their eyes ripped off.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You dig deeper to the bottom of the pile of dolls when a sharp pain jolts into your hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;SHIT!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Retracting your hand, blood flies across the room and drips to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your hand has a massive stab wound in the middle of your palm, causing you to panic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Whats wrong Anon? What happened!&quot; inquires Twilight fearfully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A puddle of blood begins to stain the rug underneath you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Giggling rings through your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room seems to be spinning.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy shakes you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon! Sweetie! Get a hold of yourself!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everything returns to normal.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at your hand, your hand is fine, but you are holding a small knife.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the knife as if it were on fire and back away from it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls.</span><br />&quot;Let's get out of this room.&quot;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br />A Darker Home - Part <span class="nu0">2</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two shocked mares slowly back away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The way they look at you, it's unclear what the reason for the fear in their eyes is.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Is it due to the transpiring events?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Or is it how the house treating you like the deflated teddy bear in the middle of of the rug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's hard to blame them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Determining what will be real from this point forward will be surely be difficult.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You rub your hand where you felt yourself hemorrhage.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain was so vivid and real that you felt your body being drained of energy and you felt cold.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Flexing your fingers, you move out to the hallway with Twilight and Fluttershy, who's gazes haven't left you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, are you sure you are okay?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Were you okay?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;How long were you going to be able to keep silent all of the things that you were hearing and seeing?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The giggling that persistently followed you thoughout the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The young filly that was sitting in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You still swore you closed that box of dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was important to keep these mares calm and collected in this situation, but Twilight knew you well.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She knew you were hiding something.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a deep breath of the cool, dry air you try to chose your words carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning your back to the girls, you face the room you were just in.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In the center of the room, you see an outline etched in the small amount of faded light that enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPf4xjabi_0</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She lies on the floor where the teddy bear used to lay.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The silence has a new friend. The sound of slow, uneven breathing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Shh.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You put a finger up to Twilight.</span><br />&quot;Do you see her?&quot; You ask her in a hushed tone.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;See what Anon?&quot; She returns in whisper.</span><br />&quot;In the middle of that room, right now, there is... what looks like a little filly.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her outline doesn't move nor change shape, but rather lies just beyond your recognition.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight takes two steps forward.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her outline disappears into the violet light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of breathing fades into silence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I don't see anything Anon...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sigh deeply.</span><br />&quot;I've been seeing these young ponies scattered throughout the house ever since we arrived.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy slowly nods at you.</span><br />&quot;I've been hearing them giggle at me whenever something weird has happened.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stares at you worried, yet unsurprised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You remember your trip into the storage room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ball that brushed up against you out of nowhere.</span><br />&quot;I think... one of them even tried... to play with me.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fluttershy, what happened to you earlier?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looks at the worn floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-it was... h-horrible.&quot; she manages to stutter out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You kneel down and stroke her mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks up at you with a faint smile, and looks to Twilight, standing up straighter.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was this old mare.&quot; She pauses for a moment, to recollect all the details.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She was wearing a cooking apron and had... blood... all over it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice begins to waiver, trying to recollect the traumatic event.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She... pointed a knife at me... and told me... with a smile.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whimper escapes her mouth as her willpower begins to fade.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm first.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks into your eyes, her face filled with worry.</span><br />&quot;We won't let that happen Fluttershy.&quot; You say with the most convincing smile you can give.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon's right. We will be fine if we stick together. Now lets check the next room.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Straightening up, you turn to face the final door at the end of the hallway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You reach for the doorknob when the door opens itself slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq5BZiseqdI</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly the new room begins to reveal itself to you, and it's full of bright beautiful sunshine flowing through the windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Six desks sat in a grid on beautiful stained oak floors.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nopony was inside this room, but you hear voices in here.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Footsteps are labored as you make this way into this warm, comfortable room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fresh flowers sat on a large desk in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A pitch-black chalkboard behind the desk explained how multiple digit multiplication worked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;From the front of the room, you hear a soothing feminine voice speak.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now first class, you need to multiply the two right digits. So what is two times three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Filled with excited energy, you hear several young fillies add to chorus of beauty that surrounds you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Six!&quot; The fillies announce to their teacher.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Very good!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You continue moving forward into the beautiful surroundings.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The voice is bringing you one step closer to the source of peace and tranquility.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What are you doing, Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just a few more steps.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The petals of the fresh flowers waltz gracefully to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The sun's rays begin to shift from a bright white to a dark violet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;STOP!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You freeze in your tracks, and blink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yzwpn0VfQg</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand at the edge of a massive gaping hole in the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that lies at the bottom of this hole, is unfathomable darkness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just looking into it rises bile into your throat and your hair stands on end.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a few steps back, you appear to be in the center of the room that used to be a classroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Broken rusted desks were tossed about or shoved against walls, and the teacher's desk was nowhere to be seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The once fine wood below was now curved, rough and splintered from age.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Lying on the ground in scattered pieces all over the floor was the blackboard, and it's original spot on the wall stood barren.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room was graced by the golden sunset that made it's way through the open windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The breeze from outside passed through this room with ease and blew the curtains from inside to outside.</span><br />&quot;Sorry Twilight.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was it another... vision?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah. This one was incredibly vivid.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;After your initial shock, the contents of the room register in your brain.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The open windows are in here, and the freedom that comes with them.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The floor makes threatening cracks and pops as you walk across the fragile surface to the open windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They seem to have just enough space to allow the three of you to climb out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With luck, you would be able to come back with someone more experienced in these matters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Or even better, never come back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uhm. Honey?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath of fresh air to compose yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If it's keeping her calm, then might as well let her talk that way.</span><br />&quot;I'm trying to get us out of here through these windows. What do you need?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Um... T-that's what she wants you to do.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the yellow pegasus, who's pupils are needle sized, and focused on something behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning your head slowly, you try to see what Fluttershy sees.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to see...</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns her head between you too, confused why she is the only one who cannot see this phenomenon.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Standing one foot from you is your only shot to reach Ponyville before darkness settles in.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You had to take this chance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly stepping forward to the window, it's siren song calls to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly place your right hand on the bottom base of the window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stopping, there is no reaction in the air around you and the window doesn't move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-anon, please stop...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly you move to place your other hand on the base of the window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your senses are on edge, trying to sense anything around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then you feel it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A cold breath on your left hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Recoiling your hands, you narrowly miss the window slam shut, spraying fine pieces of glass across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rest of the windows slam shut in an orchestrated fashion and shoot their glass into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The golden light refracts onto the glass and projects into rainbow patters across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give Twilight a hard stare.</span><br />&quot;It won't let us out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to whimper.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stands in place, thinking as hard as she could muster.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There has got to be a a way out of here.&quot;</span><br />&quot;If the spirit's know we find a way, they will probably just block it off.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You and Twilight reach the same conclusion at the same time.</span><br />&quot;We have to release them from the house to get out. Don't we?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It seems so.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Great.</span><br />&quot;So how to we even begin to do that?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... all the books I've ever read on hauntings in Equestria were considered fiction.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Great!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You run your hands through your hair in exasperation.</span><br />&quot;So we are stuck in here for forever.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... there is one thing we could try. I just don't know if it will work.&quot;</span><br />&quot;We don't really have a choice. Let's hear it bookworm.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles at the dose of humor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We need to figure out why the spirit is here, and cut the tie that binds her here.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Once the ties are gone, then the spirit will be able to pass on to Tartarus.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Okay. Then how do we figure out what is tying the spirits down?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That... I'm not sure about. I suppose we have to explore the house and make an educated guess.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pace the room, looking down at the fine bits of glass as the sun begins to sink further into the sky.</span><br />&quot;Well, we better look upstairs then.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you exit the room, and move towards the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;So let's review. We established that this was an orphanage. We have seen a mean old mare, and at least one filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight begins to ascend the fragile, narrow stairs, while thinking aloud to herself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy follows her, while you bring up the rear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You can't help but look over your shoulders, feeling a set of eyes on your back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then maybe the spirit of the old mare is holding the children back from passing on.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Or the reverse.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;A group of giggles can be heard upstairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Reaching the top of the stairs, there are four doors on the side of the hallway without the stairs and two on the side with the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The stair-door is in the middle of the hallway with an even number of doors on both sides.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving into the right side of the hallway, you move to the source of the giggling.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking to the girls, you nod at them, and open the door slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly peeking in, you see six young fillies quickly float to six little beds and disappear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door fully, and slowly enter the room.</span><br />&quot;Hello? Is anyone here?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room doesn't move, but you feel several sets of eyes on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the girls who are nervous, but egging you on.</span><br />&quot;We just want to play.&quot; You say doubting yourself.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room replies with silence, but the air shifts uneasily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You want to play?&quot; says a voice from a corner of the room?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound makes you jump, and Fluttershy stifles a small yelp.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We like to play games...&quot; says another voice airily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What game would you like to play?&quot; says another excited voice.</span><br />&quot;How about the 'everyone is able to see each other' game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You mean hide and seek? I love that game!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Jenny, you are doing a terrible job of being scary.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why do we have to be scary all the time? I just wanna have fun!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Because being scary is fun!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Six young filly spirits, all with pale blue skin and no cutie marks, begin to appear in the center of the room, all arguing with each other.</span><br />&quot;Uh... girls?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Their argument intensifies, as you slowly move towards them.</span><br />&quot;Girls?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the fillies begin jumping up and down while another begins to scream.</span><br />&quot;GIRLS!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;All six stare at you with intensity in their eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;WHAT!&quot; They all yell with a might that shakes the whole house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lose your balance, and try to keep your calm.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Treat them just like you would the crusaders.</span><br />&quot;My name is Anon. This is Fluttershy and Twilight.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;They continue to stare at you, with deep dark eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The paleness of their skin gives you chills.</span><br />&quot;We are trying to find a way to get out of here... but another spirit keeps trying to keep us in here. Some older lady spirit.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh, that must be Gertrude. She is really mean to everyone.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Maybe she wants to kill you too!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to the girls for guidance.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight moves into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We want to help you girls get out of here too, but we need to know how help you girls get out of here too. We think that if you girls aren't here anymore, she won't stay either.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The girls look around.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We are too scared to go... Gertrude would always beat us if we tried to leave.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's fear turns to compassion as she enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You poor little things...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Don't worry lady! It doesn't hurt anymore!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hoof comes to her mouth, unsure of what to say.</span><br />&quot;She can't make you girls stay here anymore. So why don't you girls pass on?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We don't waaannna.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You run your hands through your hair. Even fillies were hard to deal with even when they weren't living.</span><br />&quot;How about this... we play a game of hide and seek... and if we find you, you pass on.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fillies all look at each other and discuss among themselves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the six pulls away from the group and addresses you directly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;On one condition.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Okay. What is it.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you lose, you stay here with us, and play with us.&quot;</span><br />&quot;That doesn't sound so ba-&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Forever.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You knew it wouldn't be easy.</span><br />&quot;Okay. That sounds fine, but you have to be visible and you can only hide on this floor, or the ground floor.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fillies talk amoung themselves again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's fine. We are too scared to go into the basement anyway.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then let's begin.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;All of you close your eyes and count to twenty!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ghost fillies all disappear into thin air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to the Twilight and Fluttershy.</span><br />&quot;Here goes nothing.&quot;<br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let's get counting then. Everyone, eyes closed. We have to play by their rules.&quot; orders Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;B-but... Then we wouldn't see if something is coming into the room.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You place a hand on Fluttershy's mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to her with a smile.</span><br />&quot;The sooner we get this done, the sooner we get out. Eyes on the prize Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles and nods to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eyes closed everyone. I'll begin the countdown.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You close your eyes tightly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNmHTb8K95k</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Yet your vision does not fail you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room is devoid of your pony friends, and a mare with a long silver mane stands in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her gray coat seems to radiate hatred as a feeling of unease enters the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;One.&quot; You hear Twilight say from all around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Time feels as if it is slowing down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You can't run.&quot; Says the mare in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You try to open your mouth, but words stay in the back of your throat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Burning sensations run through your body as you command it to move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You are mine now.&quot; The mare says to you, as she slowly walks across the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Each footstep leaves echoes resonating through the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Two.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fighting through the pain, your legs move backwards, matching the speed of the oncoming mare.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you want your friends to stay alive, you have to play my game.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Words continue to fail you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Maybe it can hear your thoughts.</span><br />&quot;What kind of game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The apparition giggles to you as you stumble your footing, shooting pain up your right leg.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's simple... Easy in fact.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Four.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I haven't felt a stallion's touch in decades...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hit the wall, and you can see a malevolent smile stretch across her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Five.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You are going to be...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She disappears in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Silence envelops the stale air as you scan around you for any sight of her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel something behind you, causing you to bolt around to see the empty wall.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;All mine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Six.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Control over your body becomes even more difficult as you begin to lift into the air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fighting the external force feels useless as more pain flows through you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Seven.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Air flies through your body as you are thrown on one of the undersized beds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The covers rip into several pieces and bind you to the bedposts.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eight.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The mare floats above you, with her hair covering all but the lustful smile on her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm going to enjoy this... very much.&quot; She says menacingly, floating down on top of your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a moment to take a deep whiff of your hair before she nibbles your ear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Nine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn your head to look away from your oppressor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every move you made as well as every action she did to you sends sharp juts of pain through your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She grabs your face with one hoof and forces her tongue into your mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Ten.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sensations of pain weren't what caused you to gag and choke.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was the dry, moldy texture of decaying flesh performing a slow dance in your mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She slowly moves a hoof down and tears your shirt off you in one strong motion.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eleven.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel her tongue move like sandpaper down your chest towards your manhood, while massaging your groin with a hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly she undoes your pants, and pulls everything down, as if trying to enjoy a present on Christmas Day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Twelve.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Stop... Please...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An invisible force punches you in the face, causing blood to join your saliva.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;SILENCE.&quot; She says in a booming voice shaking the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thirteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She raises herself above your crotch and lets out a short triumphant giggle.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A cold, slimey sensation envelops your member as she plunges down on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Ohhh... yesss.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fourteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You've never something like this before.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The texture makes you want to throw up, but pain is beginning to overwhelm the feeling of disgust.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her body feels as cold as ice.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Fifteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your body begins to respond purely on instinct.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her motions become faster as she lets out more tiny moans.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh yes! Ohh yes! Fuck!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sixteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feel yourself beginning to near climax, as your body tightens up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain is unbearable as you feel as if you were on fire.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She leans into your body and bites into your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Seventeen.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Oh god no...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes... give me all of it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fire flows through your veins as you pump your seed into her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her iciness begins to melt some.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eighteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Mmmmm.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She continues to pump you for the rest of your juices.</span><br />&quot;Just... Don't hurt them...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Nineteen.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hurt them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hair parts in front of you, revealing two deep black bleeding eyes that pierce directly into your soul.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;None of you will leave alive.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Twenty!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your eyes shoot open, and you gasp for breath.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two ponies scan the room just as you are right now.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nothing seems to be different.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn around, so that the ponies can't see you check your pants.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a thin coat of slime covering your stiff member.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A feminine giggle rings through your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well. Let's get searching.&quot; Says Twilight in a worried tone.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to face the ponies, and nod as confidently as you can.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;A-anon?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah Fluttershy?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-your neck... it's bleeding.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Reaching your hand to your neck, you pull away traces of blood.</span><br />&quot;We will just have to have it looked at when we get out of here.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Exiting the room, you take one last look back at the bed where your hallucination took you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It seems completely normal, with the exception of a few drops of blood near the pillows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a chill running down your spine, you leave the room.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Entering the hallway, there are two closed doors directly in front of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pull a bit out of your pocket.</span><br />&quot;Heads we take the left one, Tails we take the right one.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You flip the bit into the air, and it falls to the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bit spins on the ground for a while, and shows heads.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then flips and shows tails.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you all say &quot;Heads.&quot; at the same time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the left door reveals a fairly large bathroom with a tile floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you slowly move inside to explore the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There seemed to be three showers, three sinks and mirrors, and a few toilet rooms which right now are closed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight makes her horn brighter as she moves to check the toilet stalls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You move to the mirrors to assess the damage on your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bleeding wasn't terrible, but it really stung.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wound was in the shape of a bite.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sweetie... did you have another vision?&quot; Inquires the timid yellow pegasus.</span><br />&quot;Yeah...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was it what hurt you?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She tugs on your pant leg, indicating for you to get down on her level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After kneeling down, she wraps her arms around you and gives you a deep hug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small part deep inside of you warms up a little.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The weight of the vision crashes down as small tears fall onto her pink mane.</span><br />&quot;Thanks... Shy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give a light sniff to recompose yourself.</span><br />&quot;I really needed that.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lean away to look into her caring cyan eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whispy face suddenly flies down between the two of you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;BOO!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Both you and Fluttershy jump inside your skin and fall backwards.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The ghostly filly doubles over in taught laughter.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Haha! I scared you two to death!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns to the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yeah, but we found you! Which means you have to pass on for us.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly thinks about this for a moment.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The question takes the three of you aback for a second.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What is there when I pass on that makes me want to be there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight looks to you, unsure of how to answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Surprisingly, Fluttershy is the one to answer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;M-my momma told me when I was a little filly, that when somepony passes on, that there is a wonderful place that we go to that has all of our friends and family waiting for us.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Even our animal friends.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly looks up to Fluttershy, with her face gradually melting into a small smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does... does that mean I get to see mommy again?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight's hoof comes to her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears well in Fluttershy's eyes as she nods to the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;And soon, the rest of your friends will be there too, and you will be able to play every day.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly smiles, as she looks towards the door of the bathroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Reccommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HD78bFap4XE</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A bright light begins to envelop the doorway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Mommy?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a few small steps towards the door, as the pale filly's voice begins to crack.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning to the three of you, she is wearing the biggest smile you've ever seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her skin begins to transition to a much more colorful tan, and her mane becomes as red and vibrant as velvet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears fall from her eyes, as she opens her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... for helping me. You don't know how much this means to me.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A tall mare stands at the door shadowed by the light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come along dear! There is a big party waiting!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly looks to the door and back to Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy simply smiles and nods to the little filly. &quot;Have fun little one.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She turns to you and Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Please help my friends. Gertrude is so mean to us... all the time... every day. I want them to be able to feel this happy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly turns towards the door and trots into the light, as the door slowly closes behind her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your hearts are warm, knowing that the little filly is in a better place.</span><br />&quot;Well. That's one down. Time for the other five.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Do you think they will all be like that Anon?&quot; Twilight asks you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wonder for a moment.</span><br />&quot;I don't know, but a small part of me hopes so.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you walk out of the room and back into the hallway, as you brush a few silver hairs off your shirt.</span><br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br />A Darker Home <span class="nu0">4</span><br /><br />&quot;Maybe we should try to leave the doors that we've explored open... just so we know where we have been.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Probably not a bad idea Anon.&quot; says Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After what was just witnessed, everyone seems to be in fairly high spirits.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight could be onto something, if the group cleared the house of the other spirits, maybe Gertude won't have a reason to stay.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The house did feel a little bit warmer, and a little less oppressive.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This doesn't stop you from keeping your guard up as you make your way accross the hallway to the next closed door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Now that it was completely black outside, Twilight was the sole source of light in the house, making the tight doorways and halls feel like cages.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The areas unlit by Twilight's magic feel like endless voids of space.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The blackness in this house didn't just feel like being in the dark.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If it were that, you could handle it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Being surrounded by the blackness... felt like you were being watched.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at the girls, you nod to them.</span><br />&quot;Be ready for anything.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door slowly, letting the glow from Twilight's horn fill the room</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door creaks open slowly, only showing a foot of the room at a time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This room also had a tiled floor, and seemed to be one of the dirtiest rooms in the house yet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A strange odor filled the room as you sneak your way inside.</span><br />&quot;What's that smell?&quot; You say to no one in-particular.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear the girls make their way in too, judging by the sound of hoofsteps on tile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As Twilight makes her way into the room, more fixtures begin to take shape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An oven, a sink with dirty dishes, and counter tops begin to take shape in the darkness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A large brown stain tints the color of the tiles within a few feet of the sink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;On the counter top, remains of what may have once been food is stuck to the surface.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Around the food is many different forms of cutting trays, utensils, and cooking supplies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;However, what grabs your eye is a large, rusted butcher knife.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stroll over to it, and pick it up with a swift hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fk25iAmpfME</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's light, and upon closer inspection, doesn't seem so bad.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In fact, it hardily seems rusted at all.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The blade shines from the sunlight that streams in through a nearby window.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking around the room, you see a young filly cleaning dishes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's vibrant for such a little filly, and she seems to be reading while she works, based on the story she is reading out loud.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;As Daring Doo trec... trekked through the t-tropical jungle&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That's when she entered the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a long silver mane, and a large baseball bat held in her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She seemed to be angry and walking straight towards the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;... the wet heat s-sapped her energy and sl... slowed her every step.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You can't let this happen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Holding the knife firmly in your hand, you charge towards your rapist</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If only she could escape this oppon... oppressive atmosphere...</span><br />&quot;Don't you fucking touch her!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;An invisible force forces you to stop... and you are unable to move.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;and fly up into the cool blue sky.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You watch helplessly as the bat came down full force on the filly's head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly falls off her stepstool, and onto the ground, where she lays lifeless.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Darkness floods the room again, as your eyes try to adjust to the violet magic around you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is collapsed in front of you, shaking in pure terror</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You drop the knife from your hand, which is raised up above your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The knife breaks a tile as it connects with the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon... is it... over?&quot;</span><br />&quot;I... think so.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What was it this time.&quot;</span><br />&quot;It was her... and she was attacking this little filly.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lean down to help Fluttershy up, but she slowly gets up on her own, watching you carefully.</span><br />&quot;She was reading a book... I think it was a Daring Doo book, while she was doing dishes.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods carefully.</span><br />&quot;Then, she just came in... with a bat, and... she didn't even see it coming.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The gravity of what you just saw begins to weigh down on you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You fall to your knees, remembering how she looked on the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes stared off at something that you couldn't see.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something that wasn't in the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Covering your face in your hands, you feel a hoof being put on your shoulder.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's okay....&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It doesn't hurt anymore.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your eyes again, and turn around to see another faded filly standing behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Giving her a light smile, a thought occurs to you.</span><br />&quot;Why did you stop hiding?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was in the knife, but I wanted you to see something first before I came out.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks down at the ground, and kicks the tiles with a ghostly hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I didn't think what I would show you would make you try to hurt somepony... I'm sorry.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy steps forward.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-it's okay. I-I'll be fine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You give the back of her ears a quick scratch.</span><br />&quot;Sorry Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly continues staring at the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Do you want to know what I did to make her do that?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to face her completely, and try to place your hand on her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Surprisingly, her form is solid, despite it's looks.</span><br />&quot;Only if you want to share.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She gives a heavy sigh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Gertrude always hated it when I read. We always had to be absolutely quiet whenever we weren't in class.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then later on, we weren't even allowed to do that. So, a lot of us began to have trouble reading, since we couldn't sound out the words.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight slowly makes her way over to the filly and sits down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;So, whenever I would do dishes, I would try to read out loud, hoping that the sound of the water would hide my reading.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy nudges you, and hands you what looks to be an old dusty book.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I always loved reading, so I tried to read whenever I got the chance, and even began to take some risks. One day I got caught, and she warned me that I was only allowed to read in class.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight's eyes are locked on the filly, the filly begins to talk directly to Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But... I just couldn't stop.... I just couldn't.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You needed to know how it ended....&quot; says Twilight understandingly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly begins to slowly sob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe the dust off of the book.</span><br />&quot;Daring Doo, and the Quest for the Sapphire Statue.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes light up a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hand the book to Twilight, knowing that this is her territory.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now tell me... where did you last leave off?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some time passes as you sit in the room with Twilight, Fluttershy and the little filly, listening to Twilight read.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The book isn't massive, but for a beginner reader, it could definitely be difficult.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight knew just all of the points to change her voice to make things sound more dramatic.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She even gave the characters different voices.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly was just eating it all up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;And so, with Ahuizotl defeated and the Sapphire Statue secured, the world was safe and sound once again. Thanks to Daring Doo!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight closes the book and gives the filly a deep smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That was amazing! Is there more? I need to know what happens next!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Of course there is! This book is a classic.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But how will I read them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you pause.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Reccommened Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qycqF1CWcXg</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight is the first to speak up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... maybe, you will be able to find them... up there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She motions to the sky with a hoof, but you all know what she means.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Does that mean... that I will be able to read? I won't be hit for it?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight nods with a gentle smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You will never be hit up there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The kitchen door opens slowly, bathing the room in white light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An yellowish mare with dark hair walks out of the doorway, and moves beside you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She kneels down to the little filly's level, and gives her a wide smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey there kiddo. What's your name?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight's eyes and mouth widen a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My name is Melody... What's your name?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm Daring... and I was told that you are a pretty cool little filly.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes widen, and you can see the color slowly return to the filly's coat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;D-Daring... Doo?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring Doo smiles down at the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The one and only!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her hair slowly begins to turn into a beautiful shade of yellow.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But I thought that you were in the book...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That doesn't mean I'm not real kiddo. I'm right here. Inside you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring takes her hoof, and points it to the filly's head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her eyes light up as she begins to believe what she is seeing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come on girl! Wanna go on an adventure?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring takes her signature hat and puts it on Melody's head as she wipes tears out of her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes... Yes! Let's go on an adventure!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Daring takes Melody and puts her on her back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... Twilight... Anon... Fluttershy. I hope you can find my friends. Please help them... and listen to them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to her, as the door slowly closes behind Melody as she begins a chapter of a brand new adventure.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please pause your music.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you rise to your feet, with a feeling of warmth in your hearts.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whatever force was helping you with these fillies tonight, really knew what it was doing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you make your way into the hallway, but you feel a warm breath on the back of your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn around, but find nothing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A whisper fills your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;If you fight it, you will regret it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A shiver runs up your spine as you move quickly to rejoin the others.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wipe a drip of sweat from your forehead.</span><br />&quot;N-next room guys?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight returns to her serious attitude and nods her head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door knob feels cold in your hand, and a bad vibe tugs at the hair behind your neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You rip the door open to find a closet filled with boxes and boxes of items.</span><br />&quot;Twilight, could you give us a little more light?<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... I can focus it, but lets not do it for long.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The light behind Twilight begins to fade as a cone of light fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You step into the closet as the violet light fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Different boxes of food, cleaning supplies, kitchen necessities, and dining utensils fill the closet, but there isn't really anything of note in here.</span><br />&quot;Well, that's disappointing.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stepping out of the closet, the hallway feels much colder and the darkness feels thicker.</span><br />&quot;Twilight, change your light back...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Okay, just a second.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The light begins to slowly return to it's normal glow.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You begin to be able to see your hands again, but what you can't see... is Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Oh no.</span><br />&quot;Fluttershy... where are you?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking up and down the hallway reveals no answers.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You make your way to the unexplored section of the hallway when you see a slightly open door, and a light moan.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at Twilight, you see the worry in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nodding, you enter the room slowly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended music: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PU_s8D6cI9M</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door closes behind you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning around, you try to open it, but it won't budge.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Placing your back against the door, you turn to face the pitch-black.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A candle lights itself from the center of the room, then from the corners, and slowly across the whole room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This has to be one of the most ornate master bedrooms that you have ever seen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The bed is lined with curtains, and a large rug covers the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Weapons and blunt objects line the walls, each with their own picture of a little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Next to a wooden bat, you see a picture of Melody.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Near a small knife, sat a picture of the filly from the bathroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Hate and anger begins to fill your insides as a light illuminates the scene inside of the curtains.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Two ponies seem to be locked in a loving embrace, but one of them is fighting to get away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No sound emanates from the curtains, but you can hear the mattress squeak and see wings flapping in an attempt to escape.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;By the time you reach the bedside, the attacker pony seems to be gone, and the pegasus seems to have given up or calmed down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You grab a curtain cautiously.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pegasus straightens it's wings and lays down on the bed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Opening the curtain, Fluttershy lays sprawled out on the bed, giving you bedroom eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey there Anon... looks like you found a keeper right here...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her voice sounds nothing like Fluttershy.</span><br />&quot;Get out of her.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She sits up on the bed and brings a hoof to your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But then... we couldn't have any fun now could we.&quot;</span><br />&quot;No, I refuse to do that to her. This is sick.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She grabs a knife from under a pillow and holds it to her neck.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You freeze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh... now I have your attention... I'll live, but she might not be so lucky now would she?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room fills with silence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come in Anon... it's time to have a little fun...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You begrudgingly crawl onto the bed, and shut the curtain as the impostor pats the spot next to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now hold on. Don't you move a muscle...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She slowly lifts your shirt off of you, and begins to kiss your chest.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You have to admit that if this were under different terms with the real Fluttershy, this might be pretty nice.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you stay strong, maybe it could be a reality one day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her body is cold, too cold for something living as she moves her way down to your pants.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She rubs her hoof on your limp member.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Aww... not enjoying yourself? Maybe I can get some help from my guest...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;O-oh... Anon... I love you soo much...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of Fluttershy's voice rings bells in your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Snap out of it!</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You have to keep perspective.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This isn't Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She unzips your pants and pulls them down to reveal your hardening staff.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;O-oh... m-my... it's so big...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look away as she wraps her lips around your member.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Feeling her tongue wrapping around you sends guilty signals of pleasure through your body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stay focused!</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If you could just get the knife away from her, maybe you can try and get her out of Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes a hoof to begin rubbing your shaft while she pays attention to your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Suddenly you get an idea.</span><br />&quot;Oh... yeah! I'm almost there... oh Shy....&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You aren't sure if the imposter's face began to turn red, or if it was the true host, but her attention begins to focus on the task at hand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Cum for me Anon... Cum for momma!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Beginning to fake the beginning of your orgasm, you arch your back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Then with all your might, push forward to headbutt Gertrude.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stars fill your vision as you try to wrestle the knife out of the dazed pegasus's hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood begins to trail out of your hand, but you manage to grab it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Cutting a hole in the curtain, you jump out of the bed and Stab the weapon as deep into the wall as possible.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you turn around, you see a yellow blur just before you are tackled to the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude must have underestimated your strength without her magic, as you easily overpower her and put her in a choke hold.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You watch as she strains to breath underneath you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's right.... kill me...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You wait until she begins to stop fighting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy's eyes redialate.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a deep breath, and do everything you can to blow the fresh air back into her lungs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She coughs and gasps for air, and rolls across the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight bashes through the door, blowing out all the candles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What happened!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look down at your naked form, and pull your pants up.</span><br />&quot;I think she possessed Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns her gaze to Fluttershy, who is staring at the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;How do we know if this is Fluttershy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She is.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your attention turns to a little filly standing in a corner of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I don't see her in there anymore.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk over to Fluttershy as Twilight goes to take care of the filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting on her level, you bring your hands to her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You speak to her in the softest voice you can muster.</span><br />&quot;Hey there...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She pushes her face away from your hands, leaving them wet with tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her sobs are starting to become more audible.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You cradle her in your arms.</span><br />&quot;Shhh.... it's okay.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It was a vision Anon... I swear....&quot;</span><br />&quot;I know Shy, I know....&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She cries into your shirt as you gently stroke her mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her warmth was gradually returning, which you guess was a good sign.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Eventually the sobs begin to die down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey guys... you should come over here...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to Twilight.</span><br />&quot;You going to be alright Shy?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She pulls herself away from your chest and gives you a shaky nod.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two of you walk over to the little filly.</span><br />&quot;I hope you didn't have to watch all the things that happened...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nods her head fearfully.</span><br />&quot;I'm really sorry then.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's... okay. ... It's not the first time I was forced to watch something like that.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your words begin to fail you, as the inevitable question of which part she referred to sits behind your lips.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Did... did she...&quot; stutters out Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Every night. It wasn't always the same stallion.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly looks to the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sometimes, after they were done with her... they would ask if... if...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She bursts into ghostly tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy wraps a hoof around the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm... I'm so sorry.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She made me swear not to tell the others... or it would happen to them too... I couldn't let that happen to them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A roaring flame emanates from the pit of your stomach.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Getting rid of Gertrude was no longer optional to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She had to pay for her actions.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Was there anyone who helped you feel better? After...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly's sniffles lessened.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was one friend... other than the girls... who would help me when those bad things happened.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looked up into Fluttershy's eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There was this puppy... he hid underneath the porch and I would feed him scraps of dinner that I would hide for him.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy nods at her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But... When she found out. She... She... She made me watch her do it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She bursts into tears anew.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand up and walk over to the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking up at the ceiling, and take a deep breath.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;After two times, you just gotta believe this will work.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just have faith.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&amp;v=qycqF1CWcXg#t=4607</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open the door, filling the room with white light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly doesn't even seem to notice with her eyes shut.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Running in the distance, you see a small hound running towards the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I would do anything just to see him again.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As he closes the distance, you see the joyful look on the little hound as a small tennis ball is held in his mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Just one last time. I've never felt so alone...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little pup slows down as he gets nearer to the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;He would always make me smile... even after she hit me too hard, or I started to bleed.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy holds her, tears forming in her eyes, already predicting what was going to happen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sometimes that's all I needed to make my day a little bit better.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The puppy enters the room, and walks right up to the little filly, with his tail wagging as hard as its little body could muster.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It smils the biggest smile the animal could as it gave a small yip.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly opens her eyes with wide shock.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hound trots up to her and licks her hoof, which was slowly beginning to turn pink.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nearly collapses and picks the dog up in her hooves to cradle it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her face was being littered with sloppy, happy kisses, wiping up the salty tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I've missed you so much Buddy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The smile on this filly's face would have to measured in miles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She gasps loudly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;IS THAT YOUR BALL?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hound barks excitedly and squirms out of her arms to hand it to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She takes the ball in her hoof and runs to the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You want the ball boy? You want the ball?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The dog leaps about through the air, and yips at her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She laughs and throws the ball out through the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let's go get it!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hound sprints to the door, but waits for her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The little filly looks to Fluttershy and smiles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy wipes tears from her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Go have fun you two.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles, and looks to Buddy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Let's go boy!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two of them run through the door, as it slowly closes behind them.</span><br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sleep clung to your eyelids as your group left the bedroom.</span><br />&quot;Half way there guys. Just a matter of time.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy is still wiping tears from her eyes.</span><br />&quot;You gonna be okay Fluttershy?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-yeah. It's just... animal reunions make me cry every time.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That makes sense.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight turns to Fluttershy with excitement written on her face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I know some good books that you might love then. I'll pass them onto you when we get out of here.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you give a light laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That's a first.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Things are finally beginning to feel a little less spooky in the house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The frigid air doesn't have quite the same bite to it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The darkness didn't seem quite so thick.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In fact, the light from Twilight's horn was beginning to light the whole hallway.</span><br />&quot;Only one room left up here. Let's check it out.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly turning the knob, you open the door to the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Light from Twilight's horn instantly begins to fill the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One long table sits in the center of a room under a large ornate red rug covered in a thick coat of dust.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The chairs are pushed in and pristine, and the table is set for an exquisite dinner.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you file into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Cabinets line the walls, each with clouded windows displaying ancient pieces of fine china.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You find a book of matches.</span><br />&quot;Well. Finally. A source of light.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a match, you strike it against the side of the box.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0blCpK32vI</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fire from the match radiates out through the room lighting each of the candles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gentle orange light from a majestic sunset graces the room through the windows.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Triangles of sandwiches with the crusts cut off sit at the table.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A wide array of carrots, celery and other vegetables sit in bowls as well.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The five of the girls sit at the table all silent, munching on their dinner.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One place at the table is empty, but food has been put on their plate.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Occasionally, one will look up at another, then return their gaze to their meal.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of the fillies cough, grabbing all of their attention.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They turn their eyes to the door, as if waiting for something.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A tense moment of silence passes.</span><br />&quot;Uh... what's up?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nobody acknowledges your words.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking at your hands,you are slightly transparent.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;At least you can tell you are in a vision now.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The five fillies relax a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This is really good Melody.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thanks.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Uh... thanks for... cutting off the crusts.&quot; pipes up a little filly that you haven't met yet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Melody smiles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Of course Summer. I know you don't like them. Rose, be sure to give those crusts to Buddy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Rose, the filly from the bedroom, nods with a smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A loud noise from outside the room draws your attention.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Instantly, all of the fillies are face forward, sitting up straight at their place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams open, causing some of the cabinets to shake.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sound of loud wailing and crying fills the room as Gertrude drags a filly in by their hair.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE! I'VE NEVER SEEN THIS PLACE THIS DIRTY IN MY LIFE!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly tries to choke out words among her sobs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;B-but I've been cleaning all day! All day! I'm sorry I haven't cleaned the bathroom yet!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She throws the little one at a cabinet and she hits her head hard.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A plate falls out of the cabinet and breaks on one of her back legs, covering the rug with pieces of razor sharp porcelain.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;None of the girls even look up, with terror and fear written across their faces.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The littlest one, Summer, has her eyes closed and is biting her lip.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;One of them isn't terrified of being next though.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She stares directly at her plate, and is filled with rage.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Leave her alone!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude looks at the angry filly, who stands up on her seat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Robin, don't do this,&quot; whispers Rose.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She's been working hard all day! She hasn't even eaten anything. Let her take a little break.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude furrows her brow.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I see.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She moves around the table to stand face to face with the filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm sure you wouldn't mind helping this slacker with the rest of the house then.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly nods, but refuses to break eye contact with Gertrude.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Good girl.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She moves around the table and examines the empty seat at the table, and picks up the plate of food.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Looks good.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude throws the plate at the filly's face, covering her in food and causing her to cry out in pain.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Eat up.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The old mare leaves the room without another word.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The rest of the group sits in silence as the little filly lies on the floor covered in food and tears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin gets off her chair and approaches her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you okay Glitter?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She simply keeps sobbing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin begins to help clean the food off of Glitter and picks up the worst pieces of broken porcelain on the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A burning feeling in your hand causes you to drop your match.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please stop your music.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;When the match hits the floor, the room returns to it's darker state, and dust retakes it's rightful home on the house's belongings.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Look at this place.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your attention is drawn to glitter, whose hoof is running along the table.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This probably would have been at least six hours in the closet. Maybe more.&quot;</span><br />&quot;You are... Glitter. Right?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nods with a tired expression.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I wanted you to see that. Just so you could see what it was like every single day here.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You pull out one of the chairs and sit next to her.</span><br />&quot;I can't even imagine what you girls had to go through on a normal basis.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She sighs and looks to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Wanna know what the worst part is?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy and Twilight move closer to the filly and sit in front of her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She has all of your undivided attention.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I worked hard every single day for Gertrude. For some reason she just didn't like me. I tried my best to meet her expectations, but I just never could.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Glitter sits down on the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Every night I would go to bed sore, hungry, and tired. Most of the time later than everyone else. There was so many things that she wanted done.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I almost never got enough sleep, so when Gertrude taught her lessons I would sometimes fall asleep. Then there would be more chores and more...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks at the floor.</span><br />&quot;I understand.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The worst part about all of this is, when I was in my final moments, I was just so happy. I would finally be able to relax. I would finally be able to rest for just a few moments.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight strokes the filly's mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yet. I'm still so tired. All the time. I don't have a body anymore, but everything still hurts.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks over her front hooves carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I've seen the door several times, so I know what you are doing for the rest of my friends.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I just couldn't leave them. Some part of me thought that if I stayed, maybe then Gertrude wouldn't hurt or bother anyone else.&quot;</span><br />&quot;That's really selfless of you Glitter, but you might be surprised.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks up at you questioningly.</span><br />&quot;We've already helped Melody, Rose, and another filly go through the door, and it seems like Gertrude is getting weaker.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Glitter thinks this over for a moment.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;So if everyone goes through the door, then she won't have any power anymore?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;We think so,&quot; says Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2hgqYCVodQ</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Glitter smiles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then I know what I have to do. For my friends.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Glitter walks to the door and opens it all by herself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;White light fills the dining room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It seems to be a simple child's bedroom, filled with toys and a small pink bed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As she walks in she smiles widely.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My old room...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Posters line the walls and school books sit on the wooden desk in the corner.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's just like I remembered before the accident.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk to the doorway and stand against the door to prevent it from closing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Every second of this beautiful moment is precious to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She trots directly to the desk, where a picture of her family is sitting.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The color slowly begins to return to her body.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Mom... Dad... Little brother...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles, caressing the picture carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Outside the windows in the room you see a beautiful sight of Ponyville in the summer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Children are outside playing catch and tag on the crisp green grass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You even manage to see the filly from the bathroom outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Glitter looks out the window and recognizes her as well.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She gasps and opens the window wide.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey Joy!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly stops and waves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come out here and play with us!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You bet!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She slams the window shut and gallops towards the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... so much.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You laugh.</span><br />&quot;I thought you were tired.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks outside and then back to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was, but... now I'm not.&quot;</span><br />&quot;That's good. Well, I better let you outside.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nods and you slowly close the door, returning the dining room to the dark.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please stop your music.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you reopen the door, only dark hallway greets you.</span><br />&quot;Well, the top floor is clear. Let's recheck downstairs.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You be sure to grab the matches before you go.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Who knows if Gertrude could possess Twilight next.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Something entirely different or unexpected could also happen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Whatever it could be, it has you on guard since she hasn't shown herself or made any moves against you guys in the last hour.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you make your way down the creaky hallway towards the stairs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They didn't quite seem this steep last time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking point, you begin to descend the stairs.</span><br />&quot;Alright, so downstairs we have the entrance room, storage room, the room none of us like, and the classroom.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;There is a sudden light pressure against your back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The push causes you to miss a step.</span><br />&quot;SHIT!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight and Fluttershy both jump as well, seeing your sudden reaction.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Y-you okay?&quot; asks Fluttershy.</span><br />&quot;Yeah...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take the rest of the stairs much more carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;When you reach the bottom of the stairs, you turn to the girls.</span><br />&quot;Which should we check out first?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight thinks to herself for a moment and responds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why don't we check out the storage room? Seems like it would be a really good hiding spot for the girls.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The thought of the open box of dolls enters your mind.</span><br />&quot;Uh, okay.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You slowly walk towards the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This was one of the last places you wanted to check.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Hair stands on the back of your neck as you walk towards the open door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A sharp pain from your foot causes you to look down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking down, it seems that you stepped on one of the heads of the pony dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The head shattered into millions of pieces, and only it's eyes looked right back at you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You push the pieces to the side of the hallway with your foot, trying to get the image of the piercing eyes out of your head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Moving into the open room, you freeze dead in your tracks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Hundreds of piercing eyes are illuminated by Twilight's horn from the dolls that are scattered across the entire room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy refuses to even enter the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight walks into the room as if it were any other room in the house.</span><br />&quot;These... weren't all like this before.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to shiver while Twilight begins moving boxes trying to find the filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The sooner we get done, the sooner we get to leave. Isn't that what you've been saying Anon?&quot; says Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a deep breath, you steel yourself and begin to look through the boxes again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The timid yellow moves into the room and clings to your leg.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;At this point, there was no point in fighting her anymore.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some of the boxes had their original contents disturbed, but it seemed like most of them were the same.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight became overly interested in a box of books and wasn't looking quite as hard anymore.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sit down on a searched box and sigh.</span><br />&quot;Don't think anything is in here.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams shut.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Ooowwww.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you turn, and a little filly is rubbing her head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Dang it, you found me. I bet I was the first one too.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks to the floor utterly defeated.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I was so close too. I almost managed sneak out of the door, but I even messed that up.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn to the little filly.</span><br />&quot;Hey now, don't be so hard on yourself. You are Summer right?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks up at you, surprised.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;H-how do you know my name?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Your friends told me. The ones we already found.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer nods to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;They are all so nice to me. I really don't deserve such nice friends.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to Fluttershy, who is visibly concerned for the little filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey now... that's not the right way to think at all. Why do you think you don't deserve them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer sits on the floor and picks up one of the porcelain dolls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's easy... Because all of this is my fault.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Now that can't be true at all-&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;IT IS!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She has a fire of regret and agony in her eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I tried to help Melody with her cooking, and she just gets hurt! I try to help Glitter with the cleaning and she gets locked in the closet! I try to get school help from Robin... and... and&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer tears up and looks at the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;... I blew up the classroom on accident because I can't do anything right. I was just trying to work on the science project.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Words fail you as you try to console the crying filly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;When she saw the big hole. She just went to her room, and didn't come out for hours. When she did come out, I was the first one. I was locked in the closet... It hurt so much.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She curls into a ball on the floor.</span><br />&quot;Summer... you don't have to say anymore if you don't want to.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She shakes her head and continues.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The worst part was, when I left my body... I tried to do everything I could to stop her, but I didn't know how to control things. When she got to Melody, it was all over too fast for me to do anything...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy wraps herself around the little spirit in an attempt to console her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She forced Glitter to drink some of the cleaning fluid and locked her in the closet. Joy was stabbed in the shower so many times that I lost count. Rose was beaten until she stopped moving. I... couldn't save them...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer sinks deeper and deeper into her sobs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;None of that was as bad as what happened to Robin too...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight is stroking the filly's mane, trying to console her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Shhhhh. It's all over now.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you sit together, taking care of the poor little spirit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I should have saved them.&quot;</span><br />&quot;It's not your fault Summer.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm a failure.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You aren't a failure sweetie,&quot; chimes in Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer begins to quietly calm down.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;W-where are they now?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You do your best to put on a reassuring smile.</span><br />&quot;A better place.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3H8UjitRFHQ</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Can... Can I see them?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look at the door and Summer seems to understand.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I remember Glitter talking about this once.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer moves away from Fluttershy's warm embrace and looks at the door with a worried look.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She reaches up with a shaky hoof, to open the door, but pulls it away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I... I can't. I never told any of them...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She turns away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What if they don't forgive me?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;They will Summer.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;From the back of the room, Robin slowly steps into Twilight's light.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I know they will. This isn't your fault.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer looks up at Robin.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you sure?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin smiles down at her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Of course. We are all basically sisters, and there is no way I could be mad at my little sister.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer sniffs, feeling more tears coming on.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nearly tackles Robin with a massive hug.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now now, no more tears... we got to go see everyone else.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer walks up to the door, but stops to look at Robin.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin nods to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It's your door to open, not mine.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer raises a shaky hoof to the door knob.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The room slowly fills with white light, as the rest of the girls stand on the other side.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Summer!&quot; exclaims Melody</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Summer, we've been waiting for you!&quot; says Glitter</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Come on slow poke! Let's have some fun.&quot; chimes Joy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Rose stands off to the side with a wide smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer's face lights up, as her coat begins to turn a more natural shade of blue.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She turns to Robin.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you coming with me?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin shakes her head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This isn't my door, but I will be there soon. I promise.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer looks to you, Twilight and Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you so much for listening. I can't wait to see you all again some day.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer trots into the white light, when Robin calls out to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey! Don't forget this!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She picks up the ball from the back of the room, the one that bounced into your earlier, and throws it to the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thanks Robin!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You are the best Robin!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;See you soon!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Bye guys...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin slowly closes the door, leaving you all in darkness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please stop your music.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I suppose now it's my turn huh?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to the girls, and then back to Robin.</span><br />&quot;That was the agreement.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nods and heads into the hallway, and the three of you follow her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As she heads into the play room, you follow her in here.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;This is the only place that I can see my door.&quot;</span><br />&quot;So you have seen your door too?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yeah... I couldn't leave the girls though. I'm like a big sister to all of them.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sort of like Glitter then...&quot; says Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Not really. I knew that Gertrude would be stronger if we were all still here, so I've been trying to get all of them to go through their doors, but some couldn't see them or didn't want to. So, thank you, all of you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy smiles a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;The three of you have really helped me and my family, so now I want to help you before I join them.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Really? How do we need help? If you go through, then she won't have any power anymore.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's not true. I've been watching you three since you arrived here. She will have three more sources of power once I leave.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Who would that be?&quot; asks Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There is Anon, Fluttershy, and the other filly that wandered in here a few days ago.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's Annie,&quot; exclaims Twilight. &quot;We were sent here to bring her back to Ponyville. Is she safe?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes, she's sleeping at the bottom of the hole as Gertrude's hostage.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then what do we do? How can we get everyone out of here?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's the problem... I don't know.&quot; says Robin with a tone of sadness. &quot;I've been thinking so hard, but I don't know how you can do it.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand up.</span><br />&quot;I know what we have to do.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three ponies look at you questioningly.</span><br />&quot;You won't like it, but it will work. So I'm not telling you the plan. Let's just get this over with.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight stands up, furious.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;No! We've done all of this as a team so far, so we will do this as a team.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Twilight, this is the only way. I'm pretty sure I knew that it would end this way once we began the game.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;W-will anyone get hurt?&quot; asks Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You know exactly what she means.</span><br />&quot;Everyone will be fine Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks directly into your eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Will you be alright Anon?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look into her worried eyes.</span><br />&quot;I'll be fine.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;She doesn't break her gaze.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I believe Anon. Let's do his plan.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight looks at Fluttershy, utterly shocked.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin stands up.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Sounds like this is my time to take my leave.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight gives up and returns to the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin walks over to the door, and raises her hoof to the handle.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;White light fills the room one more time as the rest of the girls are playing catch.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey guys.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Robin!&quot; the girls all chime in unison.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Robin turns to you three and smiles.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you... so much. I swear I will find a way to repay you three.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The three of you nod.</span><br />&quot;Have fun girls.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Bye bye girls!&quot; says Fluttershy excitedly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight simply waves with a smile, as the door slowly closes for the last time.</span><br /><br />&quot;We are only going to get one shot, so let's make it count.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your feet are automatic as you walk towards the classroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight and Fluttershy keep your pace as you enter the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The classroom is empty, the shards of glass on the floor undisturbed from when you last exited.</span><br />&quot;Show yourself.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The clapping of hooves fills the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Congratulations. You successful showed the little brats to the other side. I bet you feel like you accomplished something.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Where was the sound coming from?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You search the room, but find no sign of Gertrude.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy begins to breathe heavily.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight wraps a hoof around her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErCZLRXQPW8</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The yellow pegasus begins to cough.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you going to be okay Fluttershy?&quot; asks Twilight.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her coughs become louder and more pronounced as she begins to cough out a black liquid onto the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It soon pours out in a steady stream, causing the pegasus to go white in the face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She collapses on the glass once it finishes pouring out of her mouth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The liquid begins twisting and turning unnaturally.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It slithers across the floor to the other side of the massive hole in the floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The mass slowly begins to shape itself into Gertrude, who doesn't seem as ghostly as the other fillies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sun gradually begins to rise from outside, providing a minimal amount of light for the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight charges her horn for a magic strike.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now, now, now. We can't have that.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude raises a hoof, and Twilight is sent flying through the open door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Turning back, you see the front door open wide and the purple unicorn flies through it, landing roughly on the yellow grass outside.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door slams shut as you return your attention to the spirit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You've came all this way, yet still I have the upper hand.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A small white filly is raised up out of the hole and hangs in mid-air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Were you looking for this little one? She has been crying for days. Probably starving too.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then what do you want?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You know exactly what I want.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Damn it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You feared this would happen.</span><br />&quot;So only two of us can leave then.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy slowly starts getting to her feet, her underside covered in cuts and broken glass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's right.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Then I'm staying.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon... no...&quot; says Fluttershy weakly.</span><br />&quot;It's what has to be done.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude smiles and licks her lips.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Step right up then.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take a step forward.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;One more thing...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A tingling sensation envelops your feet, and then unbearable pain shoots through your legs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Looking down, your shoes have vanished, giving your feet zero protection.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She smiles a malevolent smile and dangles the filly in mid-air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Just come to me, and she is free.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You take another step, as the unbearable pain racks your thoughts.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood marks your footsteps as you cross the floor one step at a time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears of pain collect in your eyes and your teeth clench.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This was the only way to make sure that everyone got out safe.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You didn't belong in Equestria anyway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It all made sense.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy looked on helplessly, watching her love endure terrible pain to ensure that she and Annie got out safe.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yes... that's it... almost there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;When you reach her, you drop to your knees, unable to take the pain anymore.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Good boy.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gertrude takes the little filly and places her on Fluttershy's back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The front door swings wide open.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight tries to charge in, but is blocked by an invisible force.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;ANON! NO!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look up at the unicorn with a feeling of helplessness.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It had to end this way.</span><br />&quot;Just go Fluttershy.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon...&quot;</span><br />&quot;JUST GO!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy walks towards the door, but stops to turn back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon, I-&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a swift hoof, Fluttershy is pushed out the door to the classroom, and it is slammed shut behind her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20HS9fTZOTs</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Now then... It's time to have some fun with you.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The red light from the rising sun spills into the room, mixing hues with the blood that covers the ground.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;And trust me, I'm going to enjoy this...&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She raises you up into the air and slams you down on the teacher's desk.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;For a very, very long time.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The door to the hallway bursts off the hinges and flies into Gertrude.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She's taken by surprise and it hits her head on.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;White light pierces the red and fills the entire room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The walls become painted in the white and the windows disappear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that remains is the hole in the center of the room, which had became as black as night.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The six fillies, bathed in white light burst from the doorway.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Get her!&quot; cries Robin.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The six fillies charge at Gertrude and jump on her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You little brats! Get off of me!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She punches Summer in the face and treats Glitter the same.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;How DARE you!&quot; declares a familiar feminine voice.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twelve adult ponies stand in the doorway and gallop into the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A few of the males pick up Gertrude and hold her steady.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Go get her Papa!&quot; exclaims Summer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Joy's mother walks up to Gertrude and gives her a deadly stare.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;How dare you hurt our children? How dare you cut their lives short out of your own selfishness? Now it's time for you to pay.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;No... Don't!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The fathers, shrouded in white, slowly drag her to the black pit in the middle of the room.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Please! NO! Anywhere but there!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a strong throw, she is tossed into the endless void and begins to scream.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The piercing scream fills the room until she falls out of hearing range.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Have fun in Tartarus,&quot; says one of the fathers.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Another one of them spits into the black void.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Please stop your music.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The parents slowly leave the room, and each of the fillies come up to hug you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pain and burning in your feet slowly fade away.</span><br />&quot;Thank you girls. Thank you.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Thank you? You helped us!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You return their hug and the girls smile and laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sitting up, you smile at Robin, who returns just as strong of a smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I told you that I would make it up to you.&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah. Yeah you did.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Standing back up, you walk with the fillies towards the door.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2j5d5CTkoL4</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;When you walk through the door, you find yourself outside the house, looking directly at Twilight and Fluttershy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Anon!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fluttershy flies at you and wraps herself around you.</span><br />&quot;Don't worry Shy, I'm not going anywhere.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight walks up to you questioningly.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What happened? The entire house went white after Fluttershy came out with Annie.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look back at the house, and see the six little fillies smile and wave through the shattered windows.</span><br />&quot;I think, Gertrude got what was finally coming to her.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Twilight smiles and nods.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The sleeping filly rests quietly on Twilight's back.</span><br />&quot;Let's head back to town guys. We got one heck of a story for the Princess, and this little one has a family to go home to.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The girls nod, as the four of you begin the return trip to Ponyville in the light of a brand new day.</span><br />Prose: https://www.fimfiction.net/story/<span class="nu0">307552</span>/a-darker-home<br /><br />---<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The words weighed on you like a ton of bricks.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your world came crashing around you with a simple sentence.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Was there anything else to aim for?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;What would Oak think?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Would he still stay with a mare that was...</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey... are you alright?&quot;</span><br />&quot;I... I think so... I think I misunderstood what you just said. What did you say?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You aren't able to have foals. You are infertile.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your face finds comfort in your hooves as tears fall onto the floor in sheets.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I-I'm sorry. There isn't anything that can be done... maybe you can consider adoption. There are dozens of li-&quot;</span><br />&quot;What is my husband going to say? We've been trying so hard for years!&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The doctor remains quiet.</span><br />&quot;We wanted to have a little one so bad... SO BAD! Now we will never have our own little one to cherish.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... like I was saying...&quot;</span><br />&quot;There has to be another way. Some way to have our own little child. Some way... Any way.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The doctor shifts in his seat uncomfortably.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Have you considered having another mare carry your child?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The thought of Oak being with another mare sent you into another fit of sobs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The doctor doesn't need to know the suspicions that you've had lately... but if you suggest that to him... aren't you encouraging what you fear the most?</span><br />&quot;Is it our only option?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;There is always adoption... but it may be the only way.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Drying your tears and trying to stay strong, you sit up straight.</span><br />&quot;I'll talk to him.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The doctor quietly escorts you out of the building.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;I'm sorry.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The walk home feels like walking through broken glass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The cold wind blows past your ears and chills you to the bone.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You sit at home, waiting for Oak to return.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The box of tissues ran out a long time ago so you've resorted to a dishrag.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It sat in your lap; a shadow of it's former self.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;He's late coming home from work today.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's already dark out.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Dinner has been sitting on the table for an hour.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You didn't even bother turning on any of the lights.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Right now, you didn't even want to move from where you sat, let alone turn the lights on.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You were too worried about what he was going to say.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Too worried about where he may be.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;What he may be doing.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Who-</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Stop it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You bury your face in the rag again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;He said he would be home today.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;He wanted to hear what the doctor said.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Didn't he care?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That's when you hear soft hoofsteps trotting up to your front door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You hear the door open and close.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Are you here honey?&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah... In here,&quot; you manage to choke out.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;He walks in, turning on lights as he enters.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh honey, you look like a mess.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;He trots over and holds you in his hooves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What happened today? Still no luck with jobs in Ponyville?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You remain silent in his arms as he strokes your mane.</span><br />&quot;I wasn't looking for jobs today.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh... yeah... I knew that. It was... the doctor!&quot;</span><br />&quot;Yeah.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well? What did he say?&quot;</span><br />&quot;I...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You begin to lose your composure in his hooves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Shhhhh. It's okay... It's okay.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Oak continues to stroke your mane.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;For now, his hooves were your fortress... your castle.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The perfect place to hide away from the world and just cry.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;He begins to hum a little song.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A song that you've heard him hum your entire marriage, but brings a little bit of warmth to your soul.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You can tell him about having the foal with another mare later.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All that matters right now is being in his arms.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Being with the only person left who you truly feel loves you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That little bit of warmth inside that shields you from the cold, dark world of reality.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That's all that matters.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's been one year since that bastard left you for the mare that was carrying your child.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You were sent to a therapist to try and get a hold of yourself.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Life is harder and harder every single day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A shadow of your former self sits on a park bench on the edge of Ponyville.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The orange and yellow leaves fall slowly from the trees in the frigid air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The grass begins to yellow and the playing children talk about their excitement for Nightmare Night.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your therapist advised that you shouldn't watch the children play.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's one of the few things you have left that makes you smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You usually brought a first-aid kit with you, just in case one of them gets hurt.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Eventually you began to pick up on their names.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The colt that sat alone on the swings was Chase.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The two fillies that played in the sandbox were Lorelei and Azure.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Parents at first thought it was odd that you would go to watch the children everyday, but eventually they thought of you as a silent guardian.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Free babysitting, some of them whispered.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You just enjoyed imagining, just for a moment, that one would trot up and ask you to play.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just for a moment, that one would call you mommy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You dab your eyes with a handkerchief.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A new filly trots over and begins to play with Lorelei and Azure.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your squint your eyes to get a better look.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She looks to have a beautiful dark-brown mane and soft blue eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her light brown fur blended in with the beautiful fall colors surrounding her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;If it were up to you, her name would have been 'Autumn'.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Here Fall! You play with this one.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A sigh escapes your lips.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could always dream.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your eyes trace their way to your lap and you examine your hooves.</span><br />&quot;Where did I go wrong,&quot; you whisper to yourself.<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You turn your hooves and examine how unkempt they are.</span><br />&quot;Did I love him too much? Did I trust him too much?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sighing deeply, you bury your face into your hooves.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A light and innocent feminine voice cuts through the cold air.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Excuse me lady.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look up to see who it is.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's the new filly. Fall.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;How long were you hiding your face from the world?</span><br />&quot;Y-yes little one? Is everything okay?&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her smile warms you in a way that you haven't felt in a year.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She nods her head.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yeah, but you don't look very okay... you've been sitting like that for a while... Was somepony being a meaniepants to you?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your face begins to hurt around your mouth a little.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's not quite so hard to recompose your sadness around her.</span><br />&quot;No. I think... I'm okay.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her smile grows even wider and reveals her pearly whites.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;My name is Fall! Do you wanna play with me and my friends?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your heart stops a little bit.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Tears of joy begin to form in your eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You open your mouth, but such a simple innocent act of kindness has rendered you speechless.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A nod is the best you can do to answer the filly's question.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Okay! Follow me!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With a giggle, she trots off towards the girls.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly, you rise to your hooves and step onto the crisp grass.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Is this a dream?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your legs move forward, but you feel completely weightless.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The smile on your face hurts, but your feel too warm to notice the chilly air filling your lungs.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Just as Fall is about to enter the sandbox, her attention is torn away from her friends.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Who is she waving at?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look where she is waving.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's... him.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You freeze in place.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The voices of all the other laughing children is filtered away by your ears.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Daddy!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hey there baby girl! Did you have fun?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Yeah! I made friends with that lady over there.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Oh? Who is-&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You would never believe that a conversation could happen with a single instant of eye-contact, but you are now.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;His eyes tell you everything.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Disgust.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Spite.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Disappointment.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Regret.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;You don't want to be friends with her Fall.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Why daddy?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;She is very sick. We will find a new playground for you to go to tomorrow. I don't want you to ever be around her. Understand?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;But daddy, I thought we wanted to be nice to sick people!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Not this one sweetheart. Let's go.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;He pushes her away from the playground, but she turns her face to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Her beautiful blue eyes that once looked at you with hopes of a friend now stare you down as if you were terminally ill.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That was your baby girl.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The children that day would swear that it was a beautiful sunny day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Yet all you see is rain.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That had to be why the ground was so wet.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;He took this moment away from you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You don't notice it, but your legs begin to shake.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;He took her away from you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You grind your teeth.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;He took away everything in your life that held meaning.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stop.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The answer is clear.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was sitting in front of you the entire time and you never even noticed it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Like a present on Hearth's Warming Eve.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All you had to do was take her back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It would be so simple.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;All you had to do was take away from him everything that he held dear.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The plan was set.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Everything was ready.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Listening to her friends every day at the playground told you when your baby would sleepover at Azure's house.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Which means they would be all alone.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You stand outside the home where you used to live with him.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your home.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The one that you paid for until you were fired.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It never belonged to him.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;No. Not him.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Not that monster.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A pony would never destroy your life the same way he did to you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It doesn't deserve to be acknowledged as a stallion.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You walk up to the door slowly, savoring every step.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;This was an once-in-a-lifetime event.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's your duty to enjoy every second.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Calmly, you knock on the door three times.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The whore answers the door.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Hello?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She gasps when she recognizes you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Instantly you jam the knife in her ribs and cover her mouth with a hoof.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She tries to scream, but you bring your knife over her throat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Blood slowly spills out onto the tiled entryway to your home.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You close the door and lock it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Leaning down to her, you look her directly in the eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She begins to try to breathe, but only gurgling sounds come from her throat.</span><br />&quot;Shhhhh. Shhhh. Don't worry... I'll take good care of my baby...&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;You reclaim your blood-soaked knife.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's voice rings out from the kitchen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Who is it sweetie? Dinner is almost done! It's your favorite!&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You step over the crying pony, who is quickly becoming pale, and make your way towards the kitchen.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you enter, it hums the same song that it hummed to you so very long ago.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A foul taste lingers in the back of your throat.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Slowly, you walk behind it with a smile pasted on your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It picks up the boiling pot and turns to face you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The cooking pot that you inherited from your grandmother.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The pot hits the ground so hard that the floor tiles break, and food covers the pristine floor.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The floor who's tiles that you chose.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;For a single moment, all you feel is pure hatred.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You quickly lunge at him and your vision goes red.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Your face feels extremely hot and then everything goes fuzzy.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The next thing you remember is showering in your apartment.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Taking a shower to get the blood out of your fur.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There were no witnesses.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They never connected you as a suspect.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Vengeance... tasted sweet.</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fall was sent to Sunny Homes Orphanage that was just on the outside of Ponyville.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It was a little out in the country, so the children had wide open spaces to play in the summer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The facility was one of the best that Equestria had to offer.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She only deserved the best.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Thats why you stood outside it today, in the best clothing you had.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You see her playing outside with some of the other fillies.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;There was a sadness that was seated deep within Fall and you could see it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Even if nopony else could.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Mothers always can.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Under your breath, you mutter to yourself.</span><br />&quot;Don't worry baby... Mommy's here.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;Equestria mandated that to adopt a child you either had to be a blood relative or have a spouse.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That's why you held the help wanted ad in your hooves and you walked through the play yard without looking at your little girl.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It one of the hardest things you ever had to do.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Calmly, you knock three times.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;An older pony opens the door and invites you inside for your interview.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The poor mare needed to retire and pass on the orphanage to somepony else.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;With so many references to parents of the children at the playground, your credentials were too good not to admire.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She reads over your resume carefully.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;It looks like you have a lot of experience with children... and experience in first aid. You are also very highly recommended throughout Ponyville.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You nod to her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Then just answer me one question then. Why do you want the job?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The answer comes out just like you practiced.</span><br />&quot;Well. Sadly, I am not meant to have any of my own foals. I want to work here in the orphanage so that I can take care of all of these poor young souls. Then they would have a new mother that would love and cherish them until it's time to let them go.&quot;<br /><span class="co4">&gt;The old mare smiles at you and looks through the papers one last time.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Nailed it.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Well... It looks like everything here is in order. You are hired. Sunny Homes is yours... Miss...&quot;</span><br />&quot;Gertrude. Just call me Gertrude.&quot;<br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Winter came.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Spring followed.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Summer after spring.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Yet for you, Fall would never leave.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The other children knew that you played favorites with her, but you didn't care.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You had your baby and that's all that mattered.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;When parents would come to adopt, you kept Fall in the back to study or clean.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Except for today.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The couple lived in Trottingham and came to visit due to the Orphanage's high reputation.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You lined up the children just like you would any other day.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They began to survey the children and ask them questions.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Some would show off talents and tell them their favorite games.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;A few of the orphans would give the visitors arts and crafts as a way to try and warm their heart.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;That was when Fall curiously peeked herself out of the classroom and the couple saw her beautiful blue eyes.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Who is that little girl,&quot; the husband questions curiously.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The wife gets down on the little filly's level.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;What's your name sweetie?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She slowly walks down the hallway, trying not to look at the stare of disappointment and worry written across your face.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;F-fall.&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;That's a beautiful name.&quot; replies the mare with a smile.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The filly looks to the ground and searches her head for the words that the other orphans taught her.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Fall had been waiting so long for a moment like this.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Remembering what to say, she gazed her blue eyes deep into the mare.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&gt;Recommended Listening: http://youtu.be/EPHw5sbjr38</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;&quot;Will you be my new mommy?&quot;</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;In that room, the will of two grown mares broke into two.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The hours passed like seconds.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Like some form of movie that you couldn't control.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;The adoption process felt like some terrible nightmare.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You knew that you would just wake up at any second.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Any second now, it would be morning.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You would wake up to your little girl sleeping next to you again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It didn't sink in that she was gone until their carriage was beyond the horizon, and the dust was beginning to settle.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They took her away from you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She was gone.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Why does everypony keep taking away the things you love most?</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It's not fair.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Losing your composure, it begins to rain again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You look to all of the poor orphaned foals and the building that stood before you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Trottingham was only a few days away.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You could try again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Maybe you could have her back.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Yeah.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;She would be yours again.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;As you walk to the gate, guilt overcomes you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You can't abandon the children.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They needed you.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;They needed a mother.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You re-entered the house with tears staining your face and locked yourself in the master bedroom.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;You couldn't be their mother and Fall was gone.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Without a fortress to hide behind and without a reason to keep going, you wept.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;What was the point anymore?</span><br /><br /><span class="co4">&gt;On that day, Sunny Homes began to change.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;It no longer was a place where children would play outside and laugh.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Gone was the place where children would receive filling meals or help to cope with the loss of their parents.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Sunny Homes was gone.</span><br /><span class="co4">&gt;Instead it was replaced with a darker home.</span></div></div>




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