Princess Celestia and I have been waiting in the living room for a few minutes in silence. Waiting for my parents to arrive and tell them about the Princess’ offer.
‘How are my parents going to react when they see Princess Celestia? Will they be afraid? Will they think they’re crazy? What if they don’t even let me go?’
I sigh and look towards the Princess, who still has that graceful smile on her face, which assured me that everything will be OK.
“Um…would you like anything to drink while we wait, Princess?” I ask nervously.
“Just a glass of water, if you wouldn’t mind” answered Princess Celestia
“Oh, it’s no trouble at all! I’ll be right back,” I respond.
I go to the kitchen and come back with two glasses of cool water and I set them down on the table.
“Here you go.” I say.
She smiles “Thank you, Jeronimo.”
I notice her horn giving off a yellow glow and the glass begins to glow the same color. I see it lift up towards her mouth as she begins to drink. My jaw drops in surprise.
‘Whoa…she just used magic! It was just a levitation spell, but it’s so incredible seeing it in real life!’
She sets the glass down, notices my expression, and gives a small giggle. I shake my head, pick up my glass and begin to drink with a small blush on my face.
‘Nice move, genius.’
I stop drinking and put my glass back on the table and look towards the princess.
“Princess Celestia, I wanted to ask. How’re you not surprised that I know who you are? And how is it that you know about me?”
“Like I had said, when I found you, I used a spell that allowed me to learn more about you. I learned about the kind of person you are, your past, and some of the stuff you know as well, including that you know about Equestria.” she said, while giving me a knowing smile
“Does that mean you know about the…”
“bronies? Yes, with what I learned from you, I do know about them. I’m surprised with the knowledge you all know about us, but pleased and flattered with the lessons you’ve all learned and ways you show your support.”
I smile
“Well, the show changed a lot of people’s lives Princess, some a lot more than others. People like to show their appreciation by drawing art, making music, or writing stories about Equestria and its inhabitants.”
I hear a car coming this way and I look out the window. I see my mom’s car making its way towards the house.
“Princess, do you know an invisibility spell by any chance? I’d prefer if you talk to both my parents at once and if my mom sees you, she might freak out.”
She nods and the horn gives off a pale glow. She started becoming transparent and soon disappeared, but I knew she was still here.
The car stopped and my mom stepped out. She was wearing a blue blouse and beige colored pants. She seemed happier than usual as she was walked towards the front door. I said hello and we talked, it seems she got her new job to work at home so now she can take care of my grandmother while I’m at school. A few minutes later my dad came home from work as well. I waited a while so they could relax before I introduce them to Princess Celestia. After about half an hour I called them to the living room.
‘Oh, please let this work. I hope they can allow me to go.’
I started shaking nervously, but then I feel something touch my shoulder. I look over and I didn’t see anything, but I then heard Princess Celestia’s voice
“You can do this, Jeronimo. I’ll be right by your side, just tell me when to reveal myself.”
I smile gratefully and nod. I take a deep breath and enter the living room.
“Mom? Dad? I have to tell you both something.”
“What is it, son? You didn’t do anything wrong at school, did you?” asked my mom, a look of concern appearing on her face.
I shook my head “No mom, nothing like that.”
“You know you can tell us anything son. We’ll be here to help you if you need us.” said my dad with reassuring smile as he wrapped a calming arm around my mom.
“Thanks dad, but this is kinda difficult to say. Um…what would you say if I told you I was selected for a special purpose and that this purpose made me leave home for a while?”
“What are you trying to say?” asked my dad, the smile slowly leaving him.
I took in another calming breath and answered “I think it would be better if you heard this from someone else, Princess?”
As soon as I said that, a bright light appeared next to me and once it disappeared, Princess Celestia stood there. Needless to say my parents were in shock. Their faces contained expressions of fear and awe.
I raised my arms in a calming gesture “Mom, dad, please don’t freak out, this is Princess Celestia”
“It’s a pleasure to meet the both of you.” said the Princess with a courteous nod of her head.
My mom and dad soon snapped out of it after hearing the Princess speak.
“Wait a second, isn’t this the same princess from the pony show you watch?” My dad asked me while pointing towards the Princess with a bewildered face.
I nod “Yes, she is”
My mom then responded “Then how is she even here!? Also, why are you involved in this?” she asked, joining my dad’s confusion.
Celestia smiled then walked up to them
“Allow me to explain.” The Princess spoke with a calming, re-assuring voice.
She then began to explain to tell them about wanting to bring me to Equestria and why she chose me. My parents were paying close attention to what the Princess was telling them.
When the Princess finished the room was silent, I felt the air in the room become stiff with apprehension.
“Jeronimo…” My dad was the first to speak “We need for you to leave the room for a while. Your mother and I need to speak to the princess about all this.” His voice was stern, and full of authority.
“But…” I tried to protest
“Please son?” My mom asked, her voice hardly a whisper.
I sighed and stepped out of the living room. I could faintly hear some of the conversation as I was walking away. I walked to the kitchen table and sat down. After a few minutes, I heard some footsteps and I saw Princess Celestia and my parents walking towards me. I was so nervous to ask what they had decided that I could only mutter one word.
“Well?”
My parents walked closer to me and began to engulf me in a warm embrace. I heard my mom whisper to me
“Be careful once you get there.” She said in a soft but quivering tone.
My eyes widened in surprise and I slowly broke the hug.
“A-Are you serious?” I asked, nearly stuttering “You’re really letting me go?”
My parents smile at me and I notice some faint tears in their eyes. My dad walked up to me and put his arms on my shoulders, slightly squeezing them in his grip and looked me in the eyes.
“We talked about it and we decided that you are growing up.” He started with a voice of authority “You are a kind person and a wonderful son, so you deserve to go.” Pride began to enter his tone “We can take care of grandma when you aren’t here, so you don’t have to worry about that. Celestia told us you’ll be able to come back and forth, so you will still need to go to school but you can go.” He finished with a smile.
I smiled and tears began falling from my eyes. I pulled them towards me and hugged them.
“You guys are the best parents ever!”
I gasp and broke the hug.
“I gotta go pack!” I yelled with excitement as I sped off to the stairs.
We all began to laugh as I was running upstairs to go to my room and pack up my things. I grab my suitcase and I began to pack up some of my clothes, some books, my laptop, and my toothbrush and toothpaste. I change out of my clothes into some jeans and a ‘Sublime’ t-shirt. I grabbed my IPod, wallet, and cell phone as well.
‘I can’t believe it! I’m going to Equestria! My dream has come true!’
I finish packing and I walk downstairs where Princess Celestia, my parents, and my grandmother are waiting for me. I guess my parents must’ve explained everything to her while I was packing. Her small form walked up to me and gave me a kiss on the cheek.
“Have fun, sweetie.” She said with a small smile.
“I’ll be back soon grandma.” I assured her while giving her a quick hug.
I walked up next to Princess Celestia and stood next to her.
“Are you ready?” she asked
“I’m ready, princess.” My voice filled with determination.
She nods and I see her horn begin to glow. I see a bright light starting to engulf us. I look at my family who started to wave me goodbye. I started to wave back and soon there was a great flash.
‘Equestria, here I come!’