Day 1

Morning came and Lyra woke up from the chair that she fell asleep on. As Lyra was able to get her surroundings she saw the music sheet that she was writing on. Lyra smiled as it was another love song meant for James. Lyra knew that James knew that most of these love songs were for him and he was happy to hear them. Lyra got up from the chair and stretched her arms and her legs popping her joints back into place. Once she was loose and limber she changed her clothes and headed downstairs to start breakfast. As she walked past James’ room she could hear the water running.

James got up and was slightly tired. Lyra didn’t know but he stayed awake listening to her play her harp trying to make a new song. James loved listening to her play the harp because it was just a heavenly experience. Between the three musicians James loved the different kinds of music that they brought. Octavia brought harmony as her cello helped to cleanse the soul of any bad feelings that one may have. Vinyl brought music that gave somepony a reason to just let loose and have as much as they could. Lyra though brought music that could touch your heart. You could feel the emotion that she put in it as she played. The music danced through your body and actually made you feel. James was finished with his shower and packed his bed after he was changed.

As James was headed downstairs he heard a knock at Lyra’s door. James walked over and opened the door to see Trixie standing outside. Trixie smiled at James and hugged him. James gave a hug in return and smiled at Trixie. It has been a long time since he saw the showmare and he couldn’t be happier. Once they broke their hug Lyra came out of the kitchen and smiled at Trixie. At first Lyra was still questioning Trixie’s love for James but after everything that as happened she could see that Trixie truly did care. During the four days James was out cold after his attempt to kill himself Trixie locked herself into the library.

Hour by hour Trixie was studying and training in her healing magic. Trixie felt bad that the moment that she was needed she could only use first aid. Nopony blamed her for not being able to help because they knew that healing magic was hard to learn. Even then though Trixie trained until she was tired. When she was tired she would take a thirty minute nap and then would wake up and continue training. After four days of practice she was able to use advanced healing magic that medics of the royal guard could use. The guard found out about her abilities and offered her a place in their ranks as a medic but she declined. Even though Trixie could handle the responsibility she still needed to take care of James.

Lyra walked up to Trixie and gave her a hug of her own. Lyra was proud of her determination to do good by James. Out of them all the mares could agree that Trixie put in the most amount of work. Lyra was glad that Trixie declined the offer to join the medic corps. The three of them entered the kitchen and sat down at the table as Lyra continued to cook. Trixie took a seat by James and wrapped her arm around his and pulled herself close to him. Trixie promised herself that she would keep a close eye on James no matter what. She wasn’t going to allow another incident like last time to happen again. Lyra brought over the breakfast and smiled at the sight of James and Trixie. They ate in silence as Trixie stayed snuggled up to James.

Once breakfast was over they washed their dishes and got ready to leave. James gave Lyra one final hug and so did Trixie as they left the house. Lyra smiled as the two of them walked out. Lyra noticed Trixie keeping her arm wrapped around James and couldn’t help but giggle. Once they were gone Lyra went upstairs to pack up her harp. She had practice with Octavia but it wouldn’t last long since it was just a regular practice and not one of the big practice sessions for a concert.

Trixie and James walked down a cobblestone path heading for a place that James didn’t know. As they walked through James saw that Trixie was staying attached to his arm. James didn’t mind since she may have also had a little breakdown from the incident. James felt bad that he caused so many good mares such guilt. As he has been staying with them James could see the error of his way and was wanting to make a change. That is the reason that he was telling them all about the harem. If this worked out then James could start working on the long road of fixing his relationships.

They were reaching a place near the library but they weren’t going towards it. As they kept on walking James saw that she was leading them to a house. James remembered that Luna gave Trixie a house as a thank you for what she did. Once they were at the door Trixie opened the door and let them in. When they entered the house was well furnished and pretty modern. It was a regular two story house. The living room had a long couch with a coffee table and a kitchen across form it. James followed Trixie upstairs to his room. When he entered the room he saw that there was some stuff that belonged to Trixie. James felt slightly uncomfortable but Trixie looked at him with pleading eyes. James couldn’t say no to that after he saw that. Out of all the mares there were only three that could pull that off well enough to get him to submit. The three that could do it were Trixie, Spitfire, and Rarity, The three of them used to do this all the time when they wanted him to do something.

After James placed his bag on the ground he turned around and followed Trixie back downstairs. Once they were down Trixie lead him through a hall and showed him his workout room. James went in and saw that Trixie wasn’t going to leave so he went about how he has been training for the past couple of weeks. Trixie watched as James kept training and couldn’t help but smile. James has been able to get almost all of his strength back and it was making him feel good. As James was training he saw Trixie take off her hat. She went without the cape a while back and it looked nice for her. She would wear it when she performed but James didn’t mind since it was part of her costume. James tried to talk her into also walking around without her hat so she could show off her beautiful silver mane just like her tail.

Trixie placed the hat on a hook and looked at James with a smile. James smiled back that Trixie was going to try to go without her hat. If she was never comfortable with it then she was more than welcome to wear it. James just wanted her to try and be more open. Trixie always wanted to be more open but was afraid that James would not like her the way she is. Though now that she was without her hat and seeing James smile she was glad to be open with him. James finished training and went to go shower as Trixie got started on dinner. James came down and ate dinner with Trixie as she kept herself wrapped around him. After dinner was over and the dishes cleaned and put away they headed for the bed they were going to share. Once they were on the bed James laid on his side as Trixie snuggled into his back. James felt comfortable with the way she was and fell asleep with her wrapped around him.

Day 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

James and Trixie never left each others side during the week except for when they showered and went to the bathroom. As James would train he would see Trixie reading a spell book on healing spells. Even though Trixie was already high up in her healing abilities there was much more that she could learn. Trixie could heal most fatal wounds and some poisons but she was determined to be able to heal anything. Trixie would always stay near James and keep herself wrapped around him. As they were staying together James helped around with her shows and helping her practice. Trixie loved the way James would help with her practice as he helped run some of the attachments that he put on her cart.

They headed towards a show that Trixie was going to perform at. Even with her own house Trixie still kept her caravan well furbished. James was happy though that she still cared for the caravan. James didn’t know though but Trixie put a preservation spell on it because she wanted to keep it safe during her travels. She wanted to keep her caravan safe not only because it was the last thing from her family but James also put his own time into fixing it after was smashed. Trixie never took anything that James did for granted. She was going to make sure that his work and determination in her was not in vain.

They arrived in Trottinghan for a couple of shows that she had booked. During her time Trixie took the time to get better at her shows and have more performances. Trixie was able to go to the old towns that ran her out and do some of her shows. The little fillies and colts loved watching her little magic show. All the illusions and special effects kept them all happy. Trixie was proud that she was able to perform for all the little children. The smiles on their faces meant everything for her. After her performances she would have a few parents that would come and ask for her autograph or a picture with their child. Trixie never denied them the opportunity to get something from her. James was even able to help keep everything organized when she had a big show.

As the shows calmed down and they were headed back home Trixie started thinking to herself. As a little filly she had a wonderful family that cared for her. Then that was taken away from her and she was to live in an orphanage. After becoming of age she left to where her old house was and took the caravan. Trixie then took her new home and traveled around to try and make a life for herself. She was happy doing little tricks for the fillies and colts but their parents would disagree. She was run out of many towns that she performed in and she felt that she was never going to make it. She arrived at Ponyville and performed there. After her performance two little colts thought it would be smart and bring and ursa minor to town. The ursa smashed her caravan and was about to kill Trixie. As Trixie was ready to accept her fate James came along and saved her. This man didn’t even know her but was willing to sacrifice himself for her safety. After the ursa was dealt with James even stood up for her when they were blaming her for this mess. Trixie could feel her feelings for the man grow as they got to know each other better. She learned that his name was James and was more than happy to help her. As they got to know each other better Trixie could feel that she was falling in love with him. After the gift that she was given during Hearth Warming Eve was enough to seal the deal with her heart. She loved James and would do anything to be with him. Trixie wanted to keep James happy and safe no matter what the challenge was.

They arrived back at the housed earlier than expected so James got some extra training in at the house as Trixie watched him. Trixie joined him in a few of his exercises so she could see what he went through. Once training was done James went to take a shower as Trixie worked on dinner. Once dinner was finished and James was downstairs they ate their meals. Trixie waited on hers since she wanted to heal some of James’ sore muscles. After the little training that she went through she could tell that James had a few sore muscles. As Trixie healed him James could feel himself relax. Once Trixie was done James finished his meal and turned around to give Trixie a big hug. Trixie returned the hug with one of her own. Trixie held James for as long as she could not wanting to break the embrace.

The hug was broken off and they headed upstairs. James laid down in the bed as Trixie went and took a shower. Once Trixie came out she joined James in the bed and just laid down on his chest. They didn’t fall asleep but just looked at the ceiling. As they looked up Trixie started a little show. Trixie showed everything from when James first showed up to the current situation. James could feel happy but also guilt after everything that he saw. James knew that it was time to make a change. James gave Trixie a kiss on the head as they started to slumber off.

James awoke and smiled as he saw Trixie still on his chest. James moved himself from her grasp so he could take a shower. James breathed a sigh of relief as he felt the warm water cascade down his body. After his shower James saw that Trixie wasn’t in bed and guessed that she was downstairs in the kitchen making breakfast. Once James reached the kitchen he saw the windows covered in curtains making it look dark. James saw a note on the table and picked it up. The note said that this was a special breakfast as a thank you for everything that he did. James sat down at the table and Trixie came walking in. Trixie was wearing a dress and had her mane smoothed out and covered half her face. Her tail was also straightened out and James was happy to see her. James got up from his seat and gave her a hug as he lead her to her own seat. Once they were seated James and Trixie ate the nice breakfast as she was just leaning against him. Once breakfast was done they went to the living room and just sat on the couch and enjoyed the silence that they were in.

Day 7

Trixie and James woke up in the morning smiling at each other. Though James was hesitant at first he was glad that he spent the week next to Trixie. James could tell that Trixie also enjoyed it because she was the happiest he has seen her. They got out of bed and Trixie headed for the shower first as James got packed for the final mare that was going to watch over him. Once Trixie was done showering she came out with a towel wrapped around her body and a towel around her mane. Trixie has been going without her hat for a while and James seemed happy to see her like that. James didn’t mind her wearing the hat because it made her who she was. Trixie decided to try to go without her hat to see if James would still look at her the same. James still treated her the same and she was happy. They headed downstairs to get breakfast ready for the day. They ate breakfast together while Trixie leaned against him with her arm wrapped around his. After breakfast was over and the dishes were cleaned and put away James took Trixie to the living room. James sat them down on the couch and Trixie saw that James had something to say so she smiled and waited for him to continue.

“Trixie I know about the date bet that you made with everypony. I love you all so much that I can’t stand to let either one of you go. I want to start a big relationship but I don’t want a herd. What I would like to start is a harem. Spitfire is lead mare and Octavia, Lyra, Vinyl, Fluttershy, Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust, Rarity, and Pinkie Pie have all shown an interest in joining. I know that you may be thinking that why would I want you in such a big relationship. Well the answer is quite simply really. Every mare that I love brings their own special taste to the mix. You offer enjoyment to those that are sad and aren’t afraid to speak your mind. I admire that the most about you. I won’t be mad if you decide not to join but I want you to take it into consideration. If you do want to join then you will need to talk to Spitfire since she has final say in it.” James gave Trixie a kiss on the cheek as he walked away.

Trixie was now left with a choice that could changer her future. She pulled out her phone and looked at it. Trixie could feel the tears that filled her eyes. She took the time to think if she wants to do this. She thought back to when James saved her. Then she thought when James helped her with her shows and was happy to be with her. James even stood up for her even at the cost of losing his own friends to make her happy. Trixie looked back at James as he entered the training room to begin his workout. Trixie gave on final run through and her mind was made up. Trixie called Spitfire and talked to her about what she wanted. After her conversation she hung up her phone and placed her hand over her chest. Trixie gave one last breath that everything would go okay in the future. Trixie got up from the couch and went to keep an eye on James as she looked forward to the future.

Author's Notes:

Thanks to ErikTheSoulReaper for the idea on this chapter.