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The Road To Recovery

by unicorn92243

Chapter 4: 4. Escape!

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Chapter 4

Escape!

“Princess Celestia! Princess Celestia!” One of the guards ran into the throne room.

“Yes? What is it?” Celestia looked at the frantic guard in concern.

“It’s Cold Heart, she’s escaped!”



The crusaders had been left on the farm with Big Mac to look after them while Rainbow Dash and her friends were at Twilight’s library. The Princess had written Twilight a letter and she had immediately called them all together.

Twilight read them the letter aloud.


Dear Twilight,

Cold Heart has escaped. She managed to knock out a guard and get his keys to her cell before fleeing. Tell your friends and Rainbow Dash to be on the lookout for her just in case she decides to go after Scootaloo.

The guards are already searching for her. Be sure that we WILL find her. Do not panic my little ponies, but do be careful. I will notify you of anymore news as it comes.

Princess Celestia of Equestria


“How could this have happened?” Rainbow Dash asked, she looked horrified.

“I don’t know, but the princess is right, we can’t panic. Everypony will just need to keep a close eye on Scootaloo,” said Twilight.

Rainbow nodded. “I’ll inform her teacher, unless… do you think I should take her out of school?”

“No, that might frighten Scootaloo unnecessarily,” replied Twilight.

“You’re right, I won’t even tell her. She doesn’t need the stress,” nodded Rainbow.

“Don’t worry Dashie, we’ll all keep an eye out for Scootaloo!” Pinkie saluted.

“Um, yes. I don’t want Scootaloo to get hurt,” agreed Fluttershy.

“Darling, do try not to let this get to you too much. I’m sure that ghastly mare will be caught soon and put behind bars where she belongs,” said Rarity.

“Right,“ said Applejack. “We’ll keep a look out for that varmint and give you a hollar if we see anything suspicious.”

“Thanks you guys, I don’t know what I’d do without you,” Rainbow smiled at them all gratefully.


That night after dinner Rainbow Dash watched as Scootaloo was laying on her stomach scribbling busily on a piece of paper.

“Whatcha doin there Scoots? I know you already finished your homework.” Rainbow asked curiously.

“Oh! It’s something Dr. Sunny told me. She talked about writing down things that make me happy, even if they’re just little things. That way when I’m feeling sad I can look at my list and cheer myself up.”

“That’s a great idea Scoots! Can I see what you have so far?”

“Sure!” Scootaloo moved her paper over so her foster mother could see it.

Things That Make Me Happy
By Scootaloo

1. Hanging out with Rainbow Dash.
2. Crusading with my friends.
3. Riding my scooter.
4. Bright sunny days.
5. Not being hurt anymore.

Rainbow Dash tried not to mist up at the last item.

“That’s an awesome list Scoots.”

“Thanks! I’m going to try to think up some more.” Scootaloo took her paper back.

"So what did you do with your friends today? Get any crusading done?"

"Nah, we couldn't think of anything to do, but we helped Big Mac with the apples and played some games."

"Well I'm glad you had fun anyway. I'm sure you all will get your cutie marks before you know it."

"Thanks Dash," Scootaloo smiled.

Later on after her bath, Rainbow Dash tucked Scootaloo into her bed.

“Sleep tight Scootaloo.”

“Good night Rainbow Dash. I… I love you.”

“I love you too Scoots.” She kissed her forehead, made sure Scootaloo’s window was locked, then left her room leaving her door open a crack. She made sure the rest of the house was locked up as well before taking a shower and then heading to her own room.

It hadn’t been easy for her to pretend that everything was okay so that Scootaloo wouldn’t suspect that anything was wrong. The truth was that she was incredibly worried about what might happen. She knew that Cold Heart was a terrible pony who really lived up to her name. Her heart was cold all right, cold as ice. She didn’t know if she’d try to go after Scootaloo or just make a break for it and try not to get caught again.

Rainbow Dash tried to stay awake as she read a Daring Do book. She wanted to stand guard for Scootaloo, but it had been an exhausting day and she could feel her eyelids drooping. Soon she fell asleep despite herself.

Scootaloo got up and unlocked and opened her window. Her room was getting stuffy and she wanted to let some fresh air in. She got back under the covers and closed her eyes. With a contented sigh she soon fell asleep.



There it is, she thought. It had taken some research, but she had managed to find out where Scootaloo now lived. She scowled at the cheerful looking white house with the sky blue trim. Everything was quiet. Most ponies were in bed by now. It was time to make her move.

First she checked in each window until she spotted the cyan female, smirking when she saw that she was asleep. She hated her almost as much as she hated her child. She would have the perfect revenge when Rainbow Dash woke up and discovered what had happened to her precious Scootaloo.



The night was beautiful and clear, the moon and stars shone brilliantly, and made plenty of light for the spiteful mare who climbed through Scootaloo’s bedroom window a few minutes later.

Cold Heart glared down at her daughter, her eyes full of hate. Here was the cause of all her troubles, all her suffering, and she was going to make her pay for what she had done. Scootaloo would pay the price for ruining her life and making her a fugitive. She would make sure of it.

Scootaloo’s eyes shot open when she felt someponys hoof suddenly cover her mouth. Her eyes widened in terror when she saw who was leaning over her.

“Hello Scootaloo, Mom has come back for you. You‘ve been a very, very, VERY bad little filly.”



TO BE CONTINUED…

Author's Notes:

Yes, I know I am evil.

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