Chapter 7

>A tickling sensation begins to build up on the tip of your nose.
>It moves up to the bridge of your nose, and then between your eyes.
>It then moves up to your forehead, and gently brushes off your hair.
>The feeling curves down your face, right through your cheek.
>It stops on your chin, holding up your head slightly.
>You let it all happen; it would be extremely awkward if you suddenly opened you eyes right now.
>And knowing who is doing this, you rather have a quiet morning.
>Resisting the urge to laugh, you maintain a cool face.

>She silently giggled to herself, studying his complexion.
>For once, she had someone to call her own.
>For once, she was being loved back.
>It didn’t have to be a pony.
>She lay next to him, still staring at his peaceful expression.
>A smile formed on her face again.
>After the nightmare, this was dream come true.
>Maybe now she could be normal…
>She sighed happily and slipped under his arms.
>Turning his back over his stomach, Luna saw the morning rays coming through her open window.
>Its thick, navy blue curtains shook lightly on the cool mountain winds.
>The equally dark walls looked shades brighter; Luna never saw her room in this state.
>She was usually asleep for her nightly duties.
>Looking back to her window, she saw the endless expanse of the world lay through the small gateway.
>Clusters of green mountains lay in the horizon, with large, fluffy clouds dressing the cobalt blue sky.
>Small dots moves between the two colors, most likely birds.
>And at that moment, a gust of refreshing air rushed into the room, shaking her once-ghastly mane.
>She closed her eyes in sheer joy of discovery.
>This was the Equestria she never got to see.
>And at that moment, Anonymous’ arms wrapped around her, bringing her closer to him.
>She felt the warm breath tickling the back of her head.
>Individual strands flew forward, light azure mane slowly covering her view.
>And for that moment, it was a good morning.

>You can’t deny it.
>She is so huggable.
>The way her coat feels on your skin…
>You inhale the thick scent of blueberry, with a hint of lavender.
>This only makes you hug tighter.
>You can hear her quiet squeak, and you can practically sense the heat her cheeks are radiating.
>Eh, you’ll let her have it for a while.
>And it’s not like it’s a crime to oversleep…

>No Anon, this is bad.
>Really, really bad.
>She’s a flying, magical, talking pony.
>And you are human.
>Sentience isn’t a question here.
>She’s nice to you and all…
>But is it what you really want?
>You never saw yourself with a girl, let alone an animal.
>You were never such a fan with horses to start with.
>But let’s put that thought aside.
>You step under the warm shower, letting the thoughts wash over you like the blue fur all over your arms.
>Should’ve known.
>At least you’re glad it was accommodated to the princesses’ height.
>After wiping you hair and face, you wrap a towel over your waist, and step out.
“All yours.” You point backwards with a thumb.
>Luna gets off her bed, and lazily makes her way to the bathroom.
>She suddenly stops in front of you, eyeing your face.
>”Anon, is there something bothering you?” She asks, her face soaked with worry.
>You relax your facial muscles immediately, and open your eyes wide once.
“What, me, bothered? Nah.”
>Luna maintains her stare as she slowly cocks her head slightly, looking curiously.
>She then smiles, and give you a small peck on the lips.
>She happily jumps inside, and the bathroom door close.
>You return to your frown, still burdened with your thoughts.

>”I’m guessing everything is not going well.” Celestia speaks.
>You slightly jolt at her sudden appearance, almost choking on your breakfast.
“No, it’s not that, it’s just because-“
>”She’s different?”
“How’d you know?”
>”I can tell Anonymous, it’s written all over your face.”
“I’m assuming you had a lot of cases like this?”
>”More than you and I would like.”
>Celestia smiles brightly, before sipping on her morning tea.
>”Maybe-“
>”Goodmorning, everypony!” Luna giddily trots into the room.
>”Maybe you can get a new tie!” Celestia realigns her words.
>You can’t help but to smile at her antics.
>Luna grabs a toast and heads off again.
>”Where are you off to, sister?” Celestia calls out.
>”I just have to see the mountains on the east, be back in about an hour.”
>Celestia smiles again, her eyes closed.
>”Have fun, sister.”
>Luna nods eagerly, and flies off.
>”Now.”
>Your attention is back to Celestia.
>”Maybe-“
“I could just dump her and say I’m not interested?”
>”N-no…” Celestia stares at the wall, her thousand-yard stare going off.
>”Let’s not do that…”
>You blow a raspberry and cross your arms.
>Celestia has a playful look on her face;
>”What if you saw her as what she is inside, not her physical makings?”
“And I thought my plan was-“
>”Anonymous, I’m being completely serious here.”
>You look into her suddenly stoic expression, searching for flaws.
“By god, you’re being completely serious.”
>She rolls her eyes.
>”Try, Anonymous. It just might work out.”
“Celestia, I don’t think-“
>”Try, for me- please?” She puts on the puppy eyes.
>You groan audibly and murmur curses.
“Fine. I’ll try.”
>”Well, you better try all you can, because you know what will happen if she realizes…”
>Both of you shudder, and chills run down both of your spines.
>”Well then.” Celestia rises from her cushion. “I should get back to my duties.”
>Her golden hoof points at you.
>”And you too, Anonymous the human.”
“I suppose.”
>”Hey, I’d rather be courting a mare than to deal with officials any day.”
>The look of horror you give Celestia is enough to get her laughing.
>”I jest, Anon, I jest.”
>Her laughs echo down the halls, as you try to wipe the image off your imagination.
>You get off your seat, and begin your own plan of the day.
>Which meant doti- you mean- dating Luna everywhere.

>At her return, Luna seemed especially ecstatic.
>”I think I know what we’re doing today, Anon.”
“Shoot.”
>”Let’s go on a picnic. I found a great spot on the mountain!”
>Before you know it, a servant got a simple basket of food ready for you.
>They even packed the red and white checkerboard ground blanket.
>A quick peek inside the basket reveals several fruits, some collection of hay and grass and other vegetables.
>You hesitantly hang the basket on your wrist, and follow Luna out of the castle.
>You only stop when you realize you are on one of those extended balconies.
>You can already see Luna flaring her wings, ready to take flight.
“Uhhh Luna, one quick question.”
>”Ask away, Anonymous.”
“How am I supposed to get there?”
>”That’s easy!”
>She lowers her already fragile form, ushering you to get on.
“I don’t think that is a good idea…”
>She gives it a little shake, as if checking your statement.
>”Perhaps…”
“You know, I know this spot on the park-“
>Your words are cut short by a certain force yanking you away.
>You look down to see the blue aura covering your feet, and most importantly-
>The city below you.
>You panic right away, houses barely pinprick on your feet.
>You scream and try to struggle, but her magic holds you still, as she moves toward a distant mountain.
>And still yet, a creeping feeling tells you that this will be a common thing for now.
>You land on a nice open clearing in the woods, short grass covering the grounds.
>You lay down the ground blanket on the area illuminated the most, wanting to catch as much as sunlight as you can in the cold mountain tops.
>Dead leaves crunch on your step, and provide as cushion for the blanket itself.
>You loved autumn, with its orange-brown sights.
>Luna hops around the place, looking curiously at the sights.
>She then plops next to you, looking from her laying position.
“Let’s see what we got…” You set the basket at the center.
>Luna opens the lid and takes out a piece of bread, along with some hay and lettuce.
>All with magic, of course.
>And with the same magic, she splits the bread in two, and fixes herself a nice sandwich.
>And as that happened, you were struggling on your own bread, trying desperately to recreate that effect with your hands.
>”Do you need help?”
“What me? Nah, I don’t-“
>Luna takes it off your hand, and quickly cuts it in two.
>She passes you a smile.
>You return it, also fixing yourself a sandwich.
>It is sad that you are confined to a vegetarian diet.
>Perhaps you can- WHAT IS THIS?
>You reach in and produce a plate of egg, to which your eyes begin to water.
>It was perfect.
>You put it between the assorted content, and begin eating yourself.
>You find yourself staring into the open horizon, spotting Canterlot in the distance.
>”It’s quite a sight, isn’t it?”
“Y-yeah, it’s mesmerizing.”
>”Really?” Luna replies.
>You turn to the smug pony, looking at you strange.
>”Is it the only one that is mesmerizing?”
>She bats her eyes, with a certain gleam in her eyes.
>Oh shit.
>The amazing taste in your mouth is gone now.
>You shallow hard, and put the sandwich down.
>Luna is leaning on your now, her eyes still on yours.
>”Well?”
“Well, I uhm-“ You clear your throat, and cough once.
>You slowly lean away, as she leans onto you.
“I mean yeah, you’re a beautiful mare and all…” You almost choke on the word beautiful.
>She giggles shyly, staring at you with her sultry look.
>She closes her eyes, and you clench your close.
>You know what is going to happen.
>Her wet lips touch your dry ones, and at that moment- she pounces on you.
>She forces her way through, as your back makes contact with the leaves below.
>Your hands are helplessly spread on the cold ground, letting Luna have her way with you.
>She is somewhat sloppy with this.
>You can’t really blame her.
>You suddenly (and only) come to attention when you feel a hoof on your pants.
>You break the kiss, and back away slightly.
“Luna, I think we’re rushing this.”
>O-ho, the ace in the hole.
>”R-really?”
>Luna shrinks, looking disappointed.
“Yeah, maybe we should get to know each other a little?”
>”I-I suppose…”
“We can still cuddle.”
>This brings back some light to her face, as she wraps herself around you.

“NO, NONONONONO”
>”Anon, I think you’re taking this way too far.”
“Oh, I’m taking this far, am I? What about her and her twitchy hooves?”
>”Maybe you should calm down.”
“Oh, look who’s telling me to calm down! I’m not some sex puppeteer who laughs at scene for the sake of national security!”
>You sink back on your seat.
“I don’t- I can’t love Luna, Celestia, I can’t.”
>The solar princess sighs, looking down on her dinner.
>”I’ll try to work something out, then.”
>You play with your food again, trying to distract yourself.
>So distracted, you don’t even notice the tall pony behind you.