“Prove to me that what you’re saying is true.” Mise said as looked directly at Crystal with a look that could kill.

The was a long pause between the two

“We're done here…”Mise said as he got up to leave

“Wait!” Crystal said standing up as well “I have something that can prove to you I’m sincere.” Crystal said as she grabbed Mise by the arm.

“I’m listening.” Mise said turning around.

“It’s this” Crystal said pulling out a gold ring on a chain.

“So what, that’s just an ordinary Claddagh ring, almost every Irish girl has one just like it, what’s it have to do with me?” Mise said bluntly

“You’re half right. It is a Claddagh ring, but it’s not just any Claddagh ring, it’s the same one you gave to me when we were kids.” Crystal said

“You gave it to me and said and I quote ‘I want you to have this, I want it to signify our friendship and how it will last forever, no matter
what.’ ” crystal continued to say

“I found it in my room the day after you were sent away, and remembered what it meant and in that moment I knew I had made the biggest mistake of my life.” Crystal said with tears rolling down her face.

Upon hearing and seeing this, Mise took his hand and wiped away the tears from her face and took her chin in his hand

“Listen to me Crystal, and I mean every word of what I’m about to say. For someone who hurt me so badly, and did so much damage, you truly do seem to have turned your life around and for that I forgive you.” Mise said with a smile and a single tear drop in his eye

The two instantly hugged each other, Vinyl and Octavia quickly joined in on the group hug, leaving Artemis standing by himself.

“Hey, where’s my hug?” Artemis said jealously

“Not now Artemis, can’t you see were having a moment.” Octavia said as she hugged Mise tighter

“Yeah, besides if you really want hugs that bad, go hug Uncle Ironsides.” Vinyl said as she too hugged him tighter

Artemis simply crossed his arms and looked away until he got an idea and took a picture of the group and sent it to the rest of the gang.

“This is going be good.” Artemis said to himself as he typed away on his phone

“Can’t…breathe…need…air.” Mise gasped from inside the Vinyl, Octavia, and Crystal sandwich.

“Oh sorry Mise.” The three said as they broke the group hug.

After the reconciling was over, the group sat down to talk things over

“Again Mise, words can’t describe how sorry I am for what I did to you, all that matters now is that you forgive me.” Crystal said

“It’s alright, I just can’t believe you still have that ring I gave all those years ago.” Mise said

“Well, I wasn’t just going to get rid of it, plus it meant too much to lose so easily, just like you.” Crystal said

“I know, but still.” Mise said

“Hey Mise, what is a claddagh ring, anyway?” Octavia said still impressed by how mature and sensitive Mise could be after such stress and pain.

“Crystal, let me see the ring for second.” Mise said

“Sure, here you go.” Crystal said as she handed the ring

“The Claddagh ring is a traditional Irish ring, given to a person to represent love, loyalty, and friendship. The hands represent friendship, the
heart represents love, and the crown represents loyalty.” Mise said as held up the ring, pointing out the different parts.

“So wait, Mise, does this mean you’re Irish?” Vinyl asked

“Indeed it does, and I’m proud of it and I wouldn’t change it for anything.” Mise said proudly

‘Hmm, I wonder if he’ll ever do something like that for me’ Octavia thought

“What are you thinking so hard about?” Artemis asked Octavia, snapping her out of her thoughts

“Nothing, it was nothing.” Octavia said defensively, with a slight blush growing on her face

“Uh huh, because the blush on your face says otherwise.” Artemis said with a smirk.

“I don’t know what you are talking about.” Octavia said, the redness on her cheeks becoming ever more prominent.

“Hey Octavia, are you alright, you look really red. Are you coming down with a fever or something.” Mise asked with a concerned voice

“Oh, uh, no I’m fine, really I am.” Octavia said trying not to turn any redder

“Are you sure Tavi, you burning up?” Artemis said placing a hand on her head playing along, much to Vinyl’s amusement, who by now had caught on.

“I said I’m fine, Mise do mind getting me some water?” Octavia said

“Sure thing, be right back.” Mise said as he got up and went into the kitchen

“Ok spill it Tavi, you like Mise don’t you?” Vinyl said with a big grin

“Yeah, we saw the way were looking at him, it pretty obvious.” Artemis said

Realizing she had no way out, Octavia sighed in defeat

“Fine, I may or may not have a tiny little crush on Mise.” Octavia said he face now as pink as her waist coat.

“I KNEW IT!” Artemis and Vinyl shouted at the same time.

“Knew what?” Mise said as he came back with water for Octavia

“Uh, that Octavia really was sick.” Crystal chimed in before Vinyl or Artemis could spill Octavia’s secret.

“Oh, well in that case, I’ll take you home and make you some fresh soup.” Mise said as he walked Octavia out of the living room and into the hall.

Once they were out of earshot, Artemis and Vinyl looked at each other with less than innocent smiles.

“Are you thinking, what I’m thinking?” Vinyl asked Artemis

“You bet I am.” Artemis replied

“What are you two talking about?” Crystal asked

“Those two clearly have feeling for each other.” Artemis said

“And were going to get them to realize it and ultimately get them together, only question is how?” Vinyl said

“I don’t know if you two just heard and saw what just went down, but toying with other peoples’ emotions almost always ends badly.” Crystal said, not liking where things were headed.

“Yes, but were not doing this to hurt them.” Artemis replied

“Yeah, were doing this to make them happier.” Vinyl added

“I still don’t think this is a good idea, I mean what happens if things get screwed up somehow, then what?” Crystal asked still skeptical

“She does have a point; maybe we should consult with the High Council.” Vinyl said

“I agree, have them meet us at the usual place.” Artemis said

“I’m on it.” Vinyl said as she began texting away on her phone

“Who’s, the ‘High Council’ ?” Crystal asked

“Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Adagio, Photo Finish, Lyra, Bon Bon, Mystery Mint, Sunny Flare, Cadence, Minuette, Derpy, and Berry Punch.” Artemis said

“We basically go to them anytime we need romantic advice or matchmaking help, whether it be for us or someone else.” Vinyl explained as
she finished sending the group message

Just as Vinyl finished explaining the situation, the “High Council” replied to the group chat

“Okay, they said they’ll meet us in the usual place after gym class tomorrow.” Vinyl said as she read the text

“Alright, sounds good. So Crystal how much longer are you staying in Canterlot?” Artemis asked

“My flight isn’t doesn't leave for another couple of days, so I’ll be here till then, why do you ask?” Crystal replied

“Because I want you to meet the rest of our group.” Artemis answered

“Oh, ok. So when and where do you want to meet?” Crystal asked

“We’ll meet at Sugarcube Corner after we meet with the ‘High Council’.” Artemis said

"ok, I'll see you guys then." Crystal said

And with that the three parted ways, with Artemis and Vinyl going home and Crystal staying at Mise’s place.

Author's Notes:

next up is gym class and the meeting with the "High Council" and then crystal's meet and greet with the rest of the gang