Long Lost Love
Chapter 7: Reunion.
Previous ChapterFor years to come Scootaloo will never understand what made her stay with Sweetie Belle. She was so set on leaving and starting over, again. Whatever the reasons were, she didn't regret her decision to stay for a second. It had been two months since the time at the train station and Scootaloo couldn't be happier. Sure, the two months haven't always been easy but Sweetie Belle was patient and understanding. There was no way she deserved Sweetie Belle but she wasn't going to let her go, not again. She loved Sweetie Belle with all her heart and was glad to have let her back in her life.
"Will you settle down Scoots, we will be there soon." Sweetie Belle snapped out of irritation at Scootaloo's constant pacing.
"Sorry, just really nervous." Scootaloo returned to her seat. Her and Sweetie Belle were on the train returning to Ponyville. She felt Sweetie Belle's foreleg rub her shoulder and pull her into a embrace.
"I know but everything will turn out fine." Sweetie Belle kissed Scootaloo's cheek then rested her head against her marefriend's shoulder.
Scootaloo relaxed a little but the idea of returning to her home scared her. The last time she was there were some of her worst times. She wondered what Apple Bloom would say and most importantly of all, the one who was always there for her. The one pony she always looked up to and pushed away... Rainbow Dash. Last time we were together was me at my worst. I just hope she forgives me for hurting her... As long as I have Sweetie with me.
"Yeah, I guess... as long as you are by my side, I'll be fine." Scootaloo rested her head on top of Sweetie Belle's. "I love you."
"Love you too."
They sat in each other's embrace in the silence. All that could be heard was the rhythmic clacking as the wheels rolled along the track. All too soon the time between the rhythmic clacking slowed to dull thunks as the train pulled into Ponyville. Well, here goes nothing. Reluctantly Scootaloo got to her feet after Sweetie Belle and exited to the platform.
The town looked the same as it always did, Nothing changes. Scootaloo led the way down the road to her house. As she took a turn down one of the main roads, Sugarcube Corner came into view. Waves of nostalgia came crashing over her, all those good times with her friends after school, all those dates with Sweetie Belle. Those were the days, she smiles to herself.
The front door to Sugarcube Corner opened and a purple alicorn stepped out closely followed by a cyan pegasus with a rainbow mane. Scootaloo stopped dead in her tracks. Her heart rate skyrocketed. Twilight and Rainbow Dash both stopped upon seeing a wide eyed Scootaloo and Sweetie Belle smiling sweetly.
Oh Celsestia, I'm so sorry. I'm so so sorry Rainbow. Please just let me explain...
Twilight broke the silence first. "Umm, I'll just go back to the library. I'll see you tonight Rainbow." She grinned awkwardly before walking away rapidly.
Scootlaoo felt a hoof nudging her toward Rainbow Dash. She automatically walked forward, as if she had no control of her actions. Stopping a few feet away she could clearly see the pegasus was conflicted with emotions.
"Squirt." Rainbow Dash said slowly, her voice cracking a little. Scootaloo was sure she could see her eyes watering.
Scootaloo couldn't take it any longer. Her heart was pounding and tears were building up behind her eyes. After hearing Rainbow Dash's voice, she lost all control and completely broke down. Tears were rolling down her face, she was sobbing uncontrollably. She felt somepony hug her tight.
"Hey, it's okay kid. It's good to see you."
"I-I th-though you w-wouldn't want to see m-m a-again." Scootaloo buried her face in Rainbow Dashes mane, soaking it with her tears.
"Nonsense. I've been so worried about you. I know last we spoke I said some really horrible things and kicked you out. But I always thought you'd come right back, I was worried sick. I didn't know what to do but somehow I knew you were all right. I'm glad to see you, little sister."
"Oh, Rainbow. I'm so sorry. I was a mess, I was horrible to you. If I could take back -" Rainbow Dash put a hoof over Scootaloo mouth.
"Shh, it's okay. We are sisters, maybe not blood related but sisters none the less. I will always love you." She tightened her grip on Scootaloo. "And is that Sweetie Belle? Are you two back together?"
"Yep, we are." Sweetie Belle said wiping tears from her eyes. She too had been crying while witnessing Scootaloo's reunion with her sister.
"So exciting! I knew you guys were perfect fore each other! Almost like soul mates!" Rainbow Dash gulped loudly. "Not that I believe in that lame stuff."
"So you and Twilight?" Scootaloo asked slyly, still in Rainbow Dashes tight embrace.
"I'm dating an egghead, a sexy one too." The three of them giggled a little. "Anyway, what are you two doing here?"
"We are moving back to Ponyville. Manehatten is expensive and I can't stand Sweetie's crappy apartment any longer."
"Awesome! I was wondering what you were going to do with that house. I'm glad you guys are back."
Scootaloo sat comfortably in Rainbow Dash's hold. Memories of the past were still strong in her mind and she knew they were strongly occupying Rainbow Dash's mind too. Regardless Rainbow Dash was happy to see her, something that Scootaloo took comfort in. There was still lots of bonding that needed to be done, lots of happy memories to be made to make up for all the bad times. There was also making things right with Apple Bloom... but for right now she was happy where she was. Safe and sound with Rainbow Dash holding her tight.