Day 1

James woke up in the morning feeling out of it. This was the second time that James ended up having sex with some mares and he didn’t even resist. James was wondering if he was really out of it but pushed it to the back of his mind. James had other things to think about and this wasn’t one of them. James got out of bed and started packing his bag. Once his bag was packed James headed for his shower. As James was taking his shower Vinyl was downstairs getting started on breakfast. As Vinyl was headed down the stairs she pulled out her phone and called all the girls. She explained what happened at the flower shop, as it was the same at the spa. Out of most of the mares Spitfire and Rainbow seemed to hold a lot of anger at the mare that caused this. Vinyl assured them that everything was going to be okay and that they shouldn’t have any problem with her old friend. Vinyl hung up her phone and entered the kitchen.

Vinyl was in the kitchen cooking when she heard a knock on the door. She walked over to the door and answered it. When she opened the door standing outside was Lyra. Lyra smiled at Vinyl as she was let in by the DJ. They gave each other a warm smile and then a hug. Lyra followed Vinyl into the kitchen to help cook breakfast. As they were cooking Lyra could see that something was wrong with Vinyl. She was smiling but Lyra could tell that she was hurting on the inside. Lyra put a hand on Vinyl’s shoulder and turned her around. Vinyl looked into the golden orbs of Lyra’s eyes and knew that she couldn’t hide it anymore.

“So I can see that you noticed that something is wrong.” Lyra didn’t respond but just nodded her head in agreement. Vinyl took a deep sigh before she started.

“I know that I called all of you and told you what happened with Rose but I am unsure of myself. She used to be so friendly when we were fillies but after what happened with James I am uncertain. I feel that if I don’t make sure that she stays away we are just going to have a problem again.” Vinyl was starting to get tears in her eyes and Lyra just hugged her. As Lyra hugged Vinyl there was another knock at the door. Vinyl wiped her eyes clean to see who it was. When she opened the door she couldn’t help the angry scream that she released.

“WHAT THE BUCK ARE YOU DOING HERE!?” Vinyl screamed at the mare that was standing at the door. Lyra was present and was trying to hold her back. When Lyra was able to get in front of her she turned around to see who was standing there. Lyra couldn’t help the anger that showed in her eyes. Standing outside was Rose and she had her head held low. Lyra used every amount of her willpower to step aside and let Vinyl have at her. Being sensible Lyra was able to calm Vinyl down enough to let Rose inside. Once she was inside Lyra lifted her head up and looked her straight in the eyes.

“You better have a good reason for coming over here after what you caused.” Lyra spoke with venom in her voice as she stared daggers at Rose. Rose tried her hardest to keep herself from breaking down in front of the two unicorn mares.

“I just came over to apologize for my actions the other night. I was very rude to Vinyl and I shouldn’t have been.” Rose was fighting back the tears that were in her eyes because of how scared she was.

“Oh you think that what you did only caused a problem for Vinyl? Then I regret to inform you that you may have put someone else in danger.” Rose was looking at Lyra then at Vinyl trying to figure out who else she may have hurt. Before she could ask though Vinyl came up towards her looking very intimidating. Vinyl’s eyes were going back to that dark red they were before as she spoke.

“You may have put James’ life in danger for what you did. We have been watching over him to make sure that he can get better. First we have problems with the spa mares when they had sex with him. Then you come along and have sex with him and probably put him closer to the edge than before.” As Vinyl explained the damage that Rose may have caused she got closer to her. As Vinyl was getting closer to Rose she backed away until she hit a wall. Rose turned to see the wall and that she was now cornered my two mares that had their hands glowing. Rose fell to the ground and started balling her eyes out as she sputtered out apologies between gasps.

James was done with his shower and was getting dressed. Once he was dressed he heard the commotion that was going on downstairs. James opened his door quietly and walked along the wall so he could hear what was happening. James could hear the voices of Vinyl and Lyra but another mare that sounded very familiar. James then heard the sobbing that was happening and looked around the corner. James was able to see Rose in a corner surrounded by Lyra and Vinyl and she was crying. James took a big breath and walked down the stairs to Rose. Vinyl and Lyra didn’t hear James come down the stairs because their minds were filled with anger at Rose. They lifted their hands to attack but James grabbed them by their wrists. The two unicorns looked at James with confusion but that was replaced with fear as he looked at them angrily.

“Vinyl, Lyra go into the kitchen and sit down at the table. We will talk about this later.” They looked at James about to say something but were quickly cut off, as he looked at them his anger showing that he was serious. The two mares calmed down enough so they could go into the kitchen to wait for James. Once they were gone James held out a hand to Rose and helped her to her feet. James gave an apology for the way they acted and lead her to the door. Rose gave a bow to James as she turned to leave. James gave one last sorry as she walked away. Once she was gone James closed the door and went into the kitchen.

“What the hell were you two thinking scaring her like that?” James asked a little upset at their actions.

“We were just showing her the problem that she may have caused when she had sex with you.” Vinyl explained looking down at the table.

“Well you may have caused one that is worth fixing. Did she force me into sex? In a way she did but I didn’t resist her advances. I allowed her to do what she wanted. Am I still myself? Probably but even then I am not entirely sure. What I am sure is that there is now a scared mare that thinks there are going to be two unicorn mares that are going to hurt her.”

“We didn’t mean to make her think that. We were just trying to keep you safe is all.”

“If you were trying to keep me safe then you wouldn’t have let your jealousy get the better of you. I would have you go and apologize to her but the damage is already done.” Before either mare could say anything James grabbed the two slices of toast his bag and then left for Lyra’s home. The two mares watched as James just walked out of the house on his own. Lyra said goodbye to Vinyl and left chasing after James.

Lyra was able to catch up to James but he wouldn’t slow down his pace. Lyra just kept herself quiet at what she did. James in his own way was right. She and Vinyl shouldn’t have let their anger and jealousy get the better of them but they let it. Now Rose one the sweetest mares that lived in Ponyville was now worried beyond measure. Sure Vinyl and Lyra could apologize to her but what good would that do. They scared her beyond measure that she probably wouldn’t even want to see them. Lyra couldn’t blame her though since she had every right to feel like that.

The two of them arrived and Lyra opened the door. She lead James to his room and he set his stuff down. After James was unpacked she took him downstairs and showed him his training room. Once James saw where he was training Lyra went to the kitchen to get started on lunch. Lunch was finished and when James showed up he grabbed his plate and left for the workout room. Lyra just sat at the table and was forced to deal with the silence alone. Once she was done she head to the workout room to keep an eye on James. James just ignored her as he got to work and did his routine. After the training was done James headed towards his room and took a shower as Lyra prepared dinner. James came down and sat at the table as Lyra sat across from him. Once dinner was finished and dishes were put away James surprised Lyra by giving her a hug. James whispered into her that now she knew how Rose was feeling and Lyra now understood why he did what he did. Lyra returned the hug with one of own and they left for their rooms to get some sleep.

Day 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

James was able to calm down during the next few days after the incident with Rose. Lyra was thinking to herself that she was going to have to confront Aloe, Lotus, and Rose again but just put that in the back of her mind. Lyra was hoping that she could keep her anger under control but that may be impossible with the soon to be encounter. James worked out and did his daily routines without any trouble and drank his magic suppressant drink that he needed to take. James asked Lyra what it was for but she just smiled and told him to ask Twilight. She couldn’t help but giggle as James gave a large groan that he was still being lead in a circle.

Lyra took the time to practice her harp for an upcoming competition that was coming. James stayed up day and night with her to help her prepare. James was good at being her coach by as far as going to waking her up very early in the morning to get her to practice. As James would train he would have her play her harp to see how she was doing. James made sure that when Lyra wasn’t doing anything important she was practicing on her harp. James didn’t know though that Lyra was going to use a composition that she wrote about James. Lyra smiled as she knew James would love to hear it so she got Neon Light one of Vinyl’s DJ friends to help her record it. Lyra was going to give the CD as a gift to James for being so helpful.

The day of the competition arrived and Lyra was practically nervous beyond all belief. James came back stage to check on her and could see that she was ready to pass out. James held her in a tight hug to help calm her nerves. Once Lyra calmed down enough James took her to one of her chairs and sat her down. Once she was seated James then started to rub her shoulders. Lyra could feel the tension come out of her shoulders as James rubbed them. James gave her words of encouragement and assured her that no matter what he was proud of her. Lyra used to be competitive at these competitions but now she wasn’t anymore. With James at her side she knew that as long as he liked it then nothing else mattered.

The curtains were raised and it was Lyra’s turn to perform. She took one last breath before appearing on stage and sitting in her chair. She could see James in the middle row watching her and waiting for the first note to ring out. Lyra gave a small smile that James was there to watch her. Once the room fell silent she began to play. Her hands glowed the golden aura that she had to help her play her music. Lyra let the notes run through her head and out of her harp as she played. When she was finished she saw James tearing up a little. After the competition was over and the scores were tallied Lyra won second place. As James and Lyra headed back for home James congratulated on her playing. Lyra blushed a little from the praise that she was given and decided that now was as good as time as any. Lyra pulled out the CD and gave it to James. James looked at it then back at Lyra and she said that it was the song that she played. James gave Lyra a big hug at being given the nice gift.

Once they returned home James went to cooking dinner as Lyra went to take a shower. As she was in the shower she started to think about James and where she wanted to go. She lived with an abusive father and was afraid her entire life. She tried everything she could to make a better life for herself but just couldn’t out of fear. Everytime she achieved at something her father would step in and crush her dreams. She tried having a relationship and that turned out bad when her father beat her nearly to death. Lyra believed that she would never escape the nightmare that was her life. Then James showed up and opened her eyes that there was nothing to be afraid of. James stood up to her father even at the cost of his life. James offered his protection to her no matter what. Lyra didn’t want to have James sacrifice himself for her but he was dead set on keeping her safe. Then James showed his caring and reasonable side as he protected a mare that took advantage of him. Sure he could be mad as much as he wanted but he didn’t hold that grudge. He blamed himself as much as Lyra and Vinyl blamed Rose for what she did. James saw that there was no reason to remain angry and showed how foolish she was. After everything that happened Lyra wanted to stay with the man because he accepts her and doesn’t let her feelings get in the way of what is right. Lyra was going to be with him no matter what it took for it to happen.

Lyra was in the kitchen one day cooking with James. As they were cookin she heard a knock on the door. When Lyra answered she saw Bonbon standing outside. James came out of the kitchen and saw Bonbon standing at the door. James waved to her and she returned it with a little blush. Lyra saw her blush and couldn’t help the feeling of anger that was welling up. Once James went back in the kitchen Lyra closed the door behind her and stood outside with Bonbon. Lyra stared at Bonbon thinking of what to say to her old marefriend. After a while she knew what to say.

“Why are you blushing at my coltfriend?” Lyra asked keeping her voice calm and collected.

“I just think that he is very handsome and I am proud of you.” Bonbon replied with a bright smile on her face.

“So what do you plan on sleeping with him as a few other mares have?” Lyra asked her voice rising a little. Bonbon could hear the anger that was in her voice but since she knew Lyra she knew how to handle it.

“You don’t need to worry Lyra. I have my own stallion that I can call my own. I am also part of a herd with that stallion. I was asked by Applejack if I wanted to join and after talking with Soarin I was accepted. Apparently both Applejack and Soarin had a little crush on me and finally told each other about it. After that was shared Applejack came and talked to me. I am very happy in the relationship that I am in. And now that I see that you are smiling once again thanks to that man I just wanted to say that I am proud of you.” Bonbon surprised Lyra when she hugged her and was crying tears of joy. Lyra hugged her friend back because she was also happy for her.

“Also when you see James tell him that I am proud of him too. I think you, him, and maybe a few other mares might be happy to be with him. Please take good care of yourself and be proud that you have finally found happiness.”
“Bonbon thank you very much for the kind words. Also I am very proud of you too for finding your own love.” Bonbon and Lyra shared one final smile and hug before she left. Once Bonbon was gone Lyra went back inside to help James finish cooking.

Day 7

Lyra woke up and headed towards her shower so she could think in peace. Lyra was happy that her friend Bonbon found a stallion to be with and was surprised that she even joined a herd. Bonbon used to be so reserved when she was younger but it was good that she was able find happiness. Lyra let the water cascade over her body as she couldn’t help but smile. As Lyra was taking a shower James was down in the kitchen getting breakfast ready. Lyra came down the stairs as James was finished setting up the table. They ate in silence as Lyra leaned against him just happy to be this close to him. Once breakfast was done and the dishes were cleaned and put away James took Lyra to the living room. Lyra could see that James has something to say and before she could ask him what James cut her off.

“Lyra I know about the date bet that you and the others made. I love you all and I don’t want to have to lose so many of you just to have a few. The relationship that I want is similar to a herd but it is something more. It was part of the herd system during back hundreds of years. What I want is to start a harem. I have already made Spitfire lead mare and Octavia, Vinyl, Rarity, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, and Lightning Dust have all shown an interest in joining. I won’t be hurt if you don’t join but I want you to take it into consideration. I love you Lyra and don’t ever forget that either. If you do decide to join then you need to talk to Spitfire since she has final say in it all.” James then got up off the couch and gave Lyra a kiss on the cheek. James walked away to go train as Lyra stayed on the couch her face burning bright red. After a few moments to collect herself she grabbed her phone and called Spitfire. After talking with her Lyra went upstairs to practice on a new song that she had in mind.

Author's Notes:

Thanks to ErikTheSoulReaper for the idea on this chapter.