Devoid
Chapter 21: Revelation and going away
Previous Chapter Next ChapterMinutes passed in Pinkie Pie's hospital room with silence being the topic. For both Pinkie Pie and Rainbow Dash time was at a complete stand still. This was the very moment in time Rainbow Dash knew she should have waited until Pinkie Pie had settled in more.
The blue pegasus bowed her head, unable to bare the awkward silence any longer. "I'm sorry," she said, with a cracked voice before slowly turning to leave.
"wait!" shouted Pinkie Pie, causing Rainbow Dash's ears to swivel slightly, "I'm sorry, I never meant to make you feel like that Dashie," she added.
Rainbow Dash slowly approached Pinkie Pie once again, "What do you mean?" She asked.
"You know? All awkward. I was just surprised. I didn't know you were into mares," replied Pinkie Pie.
Rainbow Dash simply laughed nervously, "yeah I do. It's usually the first thing every pony thinks about me. I've never minded though. My sexuality is no pony's business but mine, and it's not as if they're wrong."
"But I thought you were obsessed with Soarin."
"Soarin is one of my idols, being part of the Wonderbolts, but I don't feel that way for any pony except for you."
"Look Rainbow Dash. I have to tell you the truth. You are an amazing pony. You're my bestest best friend, but at the moment I'm just not ready. I've only just figured out that I'm over Applejack and I have a lot to think about with my parents. I don't know, maybe when I'm ready to love again, you may be the one I love, I want to be able to, but you have to understand why I'm not ready yet. But you are the only pony who believed in me, and with Princess Luna, the only pony who tried to find me..." Pinkie Pie nervously rubbed her right foreleg with her left, "...and, although I think I said it already, I'm sorry for pushing you away, and for that I will always love you as a best friend. Please, if you are upset with me, at least never forget that."
Despite feeling a little rejected, Rainbow Dash completely understood. She didn't let the rejected feeling show in her expression. "Pinkie, I could never be upset with you. Part of me knew I was acting to quickly. I understand you aren't ready for another shot at love. But when you are, if I'm lucky enough to be the pony you love, all you have to do is say."
It was at this point Pinkie Pie had another strange experience. It was a similar experience to when she decided to, and forgave Applejack. She suddenly remembered a series of words. From where she remembered them, she wasn't sure. This time the words said 'Revelation-Some Pony has something that may be life altering that they need to tell you.' As with the previous event, the words appeared to materialise into reality, written on the wall in exactly the same manner. Also, these words became struck out before disappearing after a few seconds.
Pinkie Pie made sure it was completely faded before continuing to speak, "Dashie, if I ever fall for you, I will try and let you know straight away," immediately Pinkie Pie had an idea. "Look Dashie, my parents asked me to move back to Rockopolis with them..."
Rainbow Dash panicked at this, "no Pinkie, please don't leave us all again. Please, I don't think either of us could stand to loose you again." At this point, Rainbow Dash was practically begging.
Pinkie Pie remained calm. Rainbow Dash had got her wrong. Jumping to such conclusions certainly wasn't unjustified though, "No Dashie. It didn't take me long to decide. I'd much rather live here in Ponyville, with my friends, my job, my life, and my happiness. But I could stand to spend a few months with them. I want you there with me, call it a holiday if you will. I'm sure my parents won't mind."
Rainbow Dash was thrilled, really she was. "I'd feel a little better if you asked first. If they are ok with it, then I'd love to." Rainbow Dash then realised something else "but how would we explain it to every pony? What if they get upset that you didn't invite them?"
"Well if every pony knows how you feel, we can tell them as it is, for bonding. Well it's not only for that, I'd want one of my friends there, so I'd like to take my best friend. Besides, I don't know, Twilight might be to busy to just up and take a break for a few months, Fluttershy has her animals to take care of, Applejack has her own farm to run, which will keep her busy, especially since the holiday will run through both Applebuck season and Zap Apple season, and Rarity, well, Rarity and farms don't go. Rarity around mud, dust, and dirt isn't a usual sight. She only goes to Sweet Apple Acres when she needs to. Besides, Fluttershy and Rarity have only just got together as a couple, I think they would want some time to their selves. You are the only pony who would really be able to, or would want to. Well there are weather duties. I don't know, maybe I'm asking to much of you after all."
"No Pinkie, I could change shifts to Rockopolis, I'm sure Thunderlane or Cloud Kicker could cover for me. As long as your parents are ok with it, then so am I. Also, I insist that I help your parents cover any costs."
"Ok Dashie, give me a minute, I will write a letter," Pinkie Pie somehow summoned a piece of paper and pencil out of her mane. Rainbow Dash wasn't going to question this, it was Pinkie Pie after all. Before too long, The letter was written, and put into an envelope - also pulled out of Pinkie Pie's mane - with Pinkie Pie's parents' home address. "Now Dashie, could you give this to Ditzy to deliver?"
"Sure, I'll get on it right away."
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"So, here is the bits to cover the delivery," Rainbow Dash said, giving Ditzy Doo, Ponyville's mail mare, the letter, "and here's a bit extra for delivering it as quickly as possible,"
"Ok Rainbow Dash, it will be delivered within the hour," Ditzy Doo replied.
***
Clyde Pie sat on the porch alone, looking upon his life's work, the rock farm. Soon, a pegasus he didn't recognise entered his peripheral vision. He placed his full attention on on this pegasus, who appeared to be approaching him.
It was soon confirmed that this grey pegasus was indeed approaching him, or rather, had now landed next to him. She reached into her blue saddle bags, pulling out a letter. "Mr Clyde Pie?" She asked.
"That's me," the stallion replied.
"A letter from Ponyville," the mail mare replied, giving him the letter.
He opened it and read
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Dear mother and father
I have considered moving back home with you. I have decided I would rather continue living in Ponyville. I have, however, decided that I will come and spend a month or three with the family when I get out of hospital.
However, with your consent, I would like to bring a friend with me. My friend Rainbow Dash, blue pegasus with a rainbow mane, you met her earlier. She's being modest about being the one i want to bring, but she insisted that she helps cover costs if it's ok that she comes.
See you soon
Your daughter
Pinkimena Diane 'Pinkie' Pie.
***
"Thank you miss..." Clyde said, realising he doesn't know this mare. He prompted her for her name.
"Doo, Ditzy Doo," The blond maned pegasus replied.
"Would you mind waiting for a few minutes to write a response. I'll pay you delivery and extra for speed and for waiting," replied the Pie stallion.
"Of course not."
"Ok, thank you. Do come in, I will only be a few minutes."
Ditzy followed Clyde inside his home. Business was good for her today.
***
Rainbow Dash had rejoined Pinkie Pie in her hospital room. The two were talking about there old adventures. Reminiscing on the old times. They had just started speaking of the time when Pinkie Pie threw the party for inanimate objects when she thought her friends didn't want her anymore.
"Pinkie, I'm sorry for that. If I'd have known how much it was bothering you, I would have spent the day with you, and let the others get on with it," said Rainbow Dash.
Just as Pinkie Pie was about to reply, Ditzy Doo entered the hospital room, letter at the ready. She immediately gave it to Pinkie Pie before departing. Pinkie Pie read the letter thoroughly.
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Dear Pinkimena
Yes, I do believe we did meet Rainbow Dash. I specifically remember your mother striking me. It will be nice to get to know all of your friends eventually, so I suppose this is as good a chance as any to start with Rainbow Dash.
Also, you tell her that helping with costs won't be necessary. She is a guest after all.
Looking forward to seeing you. Just jump on the train as soon as you are ready.
Your father.
***
Pinkie Pie looked over the letter to see Rainbow Dash looking at her, waiting to hear the news. "soo...." Rainbow Dash promoted.
"We are going to Rockopolis," Pinkie Pie replied.
Next Chapter: Helpful visit from a stallion Estimated time remaining: 2 Hours, 9 MinutesAuthor's Notes:
So guys, here is the next....Wait I'm getting some sort of a breach.
"Hello guys. It's so superamazing to be able to speak to you."
Pinkie Pie is that you?
"Yep, you better believe it."
Pinkie Pie, please get back in the story.
"I'm not in the story you meanie. Well no you aren't a meanie, I know your plans. But I'm Pinkie Pie from the future. You see, Twilight's getting good with magic."
Ooook. So Pinkie Pie, is there anything you would like to say to the fans of the story? It has to be quick or you will be trapped on earth, and I won't be able to finish the story.
"Yes, you guys are superduperawesomeamzingterrificfantastic. It makes me feel all warm, fuzzy and happy to know you are enjoying a saddie waddie story about me. I just wanna thank all you people for your support. It did happen, but now I'm happy with future R..."
Pinkie Pie, you can't do spoilers.
"Oh sowwie The British Brony"
So, Pinkie Pie, would you do me that favour then?
"Oh yeah. The British Brony won't be able to upload a chapter next week as he is also on holiday. Totally like me and Dashie went on holiday to Rockopolis, but it's only going to be a week. He's so very sowwie. Don't be upset with him, or I'll be a very sad pony."
I believe you have a picture for proof.
"I do"
Is there anything else you want to say quickly?
"Yes. I most certainly didn't, nor will I ever turn my Dashie into cupcakes. I mean a cupcake made from pony would be superduper icky. Us ponies are herbieaters.."
Herbivores Pinkie?
"yes, besides pegasusususususes"
*sigh* pegasi Pinkie.
"Pegasi. Awwww I've forgot what I was going to say."
That's a shame. Well Pinkie, this has been interesting. Unfortunately, I have to send you back to the hospital, otherwise you will be at a stage where the story is finished, or there won't be any more story because you will be trapped on earth. Also, tell every pony I said hi.
"okie dokie lokie. Goodbye."
Bye Pinkie Pie
*looks around for fourth wall breaks* so anyway, here's the next installment. The ending for last week's chapter. Hope you like it. As Pinkie Pie said though (yes, she was actually here) I won't be posting next week because I'm away. I may be on to blog, and maybe read, but I won't be writing, so I will be back with more Devoid in a fortnight. Also, here's an early release for you all.