Fattershy's First Thanksgiving


                                            >This is it, the time is finally here.

                                            >You've spent quite a handful of bits on your latest run through the market, but you won't get another opportunity quite like this one.

                                            >You take a look at the unprepared banquet before you.

                                            >Potatoes, celery, corn, pie crust, and so... so much more.

                                            >You even managed to get ahold of a turkey, although it wasn't easy. Most meat in this world can only be obtained after the animal has died of natural causes. The lack of supply sure cost you a pretty penny.

                                            >Fluttershy entered the kitchen as you start to roll up your sleeves preparing for the long cooking session.

                                            >You hear an audible gasp as she witnesses the sheer amount of ingredients on the table.

                                            >"A-Anon! I know you said that Thanksgiving is supposed to celebrated with family and friends, but um, this is... quite a lot. Where did you get the money to buy this?"

                                            Oh don't worry about it Fluttershy, I've been saving up. This will be our first Thanksgiving together, I want you to experience everything it has to offer.

                                            >When you said everything, you meant EVERYTHING.

                                            >"Surly you can't cook all of this by yourself, I mean.. not that you're unable to. Would you like some help?"

                                            >You look at the yellow mare as she starts to slowly kick her hoof in anticipation of your answer.

                                            Fine, but no sneaking any bites before dinner. You know how to make pumpkin pie right? I bought some pie crust and filling from Pinkie's.

                                            >Her eyes light up as she starts to gather her baking equipment. You make sure to heat up the oven for her too, as well as for the main course.

                                            >After washing the vegetables, you start to chop the celery and onions for the stuffing.

                                            >As the day progressed your mind starts to wonder. Thinking back to when you were discussing your traditions with Fluttershy and her friends.

                                            >Thanksgiving seemed to be what caught everyone's attention. Although it shouldn't come as such a surprise, friendship is practically ingrained into their culture.

                                            >After sharing you own stories from back home, and all the laughter and fun there was to be had, everyone was ecstatic to celebrate the holiday themselves, and looked towards you to host it.

                                            >You didn't mind, you were the only one with experience after all. But you had far greater motives.


                                            >The cooking was starting to finish up as you hear a knock on the door.

                                            >"oh they must be here!" you hear the pegasus cheer as she flies gracefully towards the door.

                                            >Looking up from the counter, you see 5 multicolor ponies walk in, each carrying their own dish to include with the feast.

                                            >This is the BEST possible outcome.

                                            >You were worried that you wouldn't be able to achieve your goals if the food had to be split amongst 6 other ponies. But seeing your friends unknowingly contribute to your cause brought a tear to your eye.

                                            >"Sorry we're a bit early, I hope we aren't interrupting" Twilight says as she levitates a casserole onto the table.

                                            Not at all, come right in. We are about to finish up cooking. We could use some help setting up the table.

                                            >Fluttershy brings out the dishes as Twilight starts to place some cups and napkins by each chair.

                                            >The long mahogany table seemed quite bare, as Rarity walked in with her deviled eggs.

                                            >"Oh my! This simply will not do." She says as she judges the table's lack of attire.

                                            >"An occasion like this deserves more vanity."

                                            >The unicorn pulls out a white and gold table cloth from her saddle bag and slides it under the dishes with her magic.

                                            >Several candles are added to the center of the table, lit to set the mood.

                                            >"There, that's better, this will be quite th-"

                                            >"Ah could use some help here!" you hear somepony scream as the ground begins to shake.

                                            >You see Applejack stomping through the door with a big keg on her back. Rainbow dash flying by, making sure it doesn't tip or fall over.

                                            >"I told you we should've brought a cart!" Rainbow says as she nudges the side of the keg back to a balancing position.

                                            >"There's no need for that. Ah can carry it myself. But Ah'll need some help letting her down."

                                            >You rush over to help the struggling pony as Rainbow puts a bag of cookies on the table.

                                            >"Thank you partner, Ah hope ya don't mind me bring'in this here cider." Applejack says with a wink.

                                            Are you kidding? We're more than grateful. I didn't expect you to bring something so exclusive.

                                            >"Oh Ah gotta bring my best for an occasion such as this." She says proudly.

                                            >You roll the keg over to the kitchen counter and set it up for the others to partake.

                                            >Rainbow quickly flies over to try and grab a quick drink.

                                            >"Don't be rude now darling, we haven't even said grace yet. Rarity exclaimed.

                                            >Rainbow's face became struck with confusion. "Grace? What the hell is grace?"

                                            >"Oh come now, don't you remember? Anon told us that before partaking in Thanksgiving, his family would always say grace and share with each other what they are thankful for."

                                            >"Well I'm thankful for AJ bringing all this CIDER!" Rainbow cheers as she takes a big gulp from her wooden mug.

                                            >You crackup and laugh, joined by Pinkie who just hopped in through the door.

                                            >She giggles, "I'm thankful for being able to have you all try Mrs. Cake's new cupcakes!"

                                            >She tosses a box onto the table, flung open to reveal a dozen cupcakes each with their own design.

                                            >The ponies look in awe as they gaze at the delectable pastries.

                                            Well it looks like the gang's all here. Everyone take a seat.

                                            >You and Fluttershy and make your way to the kitchen, bringing out all the food you two painstakingly cooked.

                                            >As you both start bringing out dinner. You notice the ponies' jaws start to slowly gape open, wider with each trip back from the kitchen.

                                            >Corn on the cob, green beans, pumpkin pie, biscuits, macaroni, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and last but not least, the turkey.

                                            >"Are you sure we'll be able to eat all of this?" Twilight concerningly asks.

                                            Oh you don't need to worry about that, besides a little leftovers never hurt anyone.

                                            >"Little!?" Rainbow questions, her eyes fixed on the whole pallet the table has to offer.

                                            >You chuckle, nervously scratching the back of your head.

                                            Anyway, don't want it to all get cold do you? Lets eat!


                                            >You made sure to grab a seat next to Fluttershy.

                                            >Together you and the ponies say grace, giving thanks to one another.

                                            >Each of them start filling their plate with the various dishes everyone brought.

                                            >Fluttershy attempts to get up and fill up a plate of her own before she is interrupted by the plate you placed in front her.

                                            Here Fluttershy, I already got everything for you.

                                            >You say with a devilish smile on your face.

                                            >She looks down at the plate and you hear an audible gulp.

                                            >"Th-thanks Anon."

                                            >Fluttershy sits back down and begins to dig in, starting with the stuffing.

                                            >"Wow, this is really good Anon. You're quite the cook" she compliments.

                                            Gee thanks Fluttershy! Here have some more.

                                            >"oh that's not necessa-"

                                            >You slap another serving of stuffing on her plate.

                                            >She lets out a nervous chuckles and begins to bite into Twilight's casserole.

                                            >Following in her hoofsteps, you take a bite of it as well.

                                            Dang Twilight, did you really make this yourself? I'm quite impressed.

                                            >"Thanks Anon, it's from a recipe I found yesterday while searching through the library cook books. I can give it to you later if you'd like."

                                            Well that depends, what do YOU think about it Fluttershy?

                                            >You glance your head in her direction.

                                            >"Well I, um... I think it tastes quite nice."

                                            Great, I'll stop by tomorrow to grab that recipe from you Twi.

                                            >You say as you put another serving of casserole onto Fluttershy's plate.

                                            >Dinner proceeds with everyone complementing each other's dishes. Giving Fluttershy another serving after each of her reluctant responses.

                                            >She starts to slump down in her chair.

                                            >"Oh my, I'm stuffed. I don't know if I can eat another bite."

                                            Oh come on Fluttershy, we haven't even gotten to desert yet.

                                            >You place another plate in front of her, filled with the various sweets your friends had prepared.

                                            >Fluttershy begins to break into a nervous sweat.

                                            >"Okay.. I'll just try a bite of the pie."

                                            >She slowly brings her head down a takes a bite, slowly chewing what little she took.

                                            >"That might be all for me" she says with a tired expression on her face.

                                            >Pinkie jumps out of her chair.

                                            >"You have to try the cupcakes Mrs. Cake made. She wanted me to report everyone's opinion on them so that she may start selling them next week."

                                            >YES PINKIE, I knew I could count on you.

                                            That sounds pretty important Pinkie Pie. Care to pass me a couple?

                                            >Pinkie brings you two distinct cupcakes, a yellow one with a pink swirl, and a green one with what looks to be a dark chocolate coco bean on top.

                                            >You pass the yellow cupcake over to Flutters, who is starting to look exhausted.

                                            >She slowly and nervously takes a bite of the cupcake.

                                            >After what seemed like a couple minutes, she was finally able swallow.

                                            >"It's... It's delicious Pinkie, thank you."

                                            >Her head starts to bob down then up, like she trying to stay awake.

                                            You okay Fluttershy? You don't look so good.

                                            >"It's okay I'm just stuffed is all." She sleepishly tells you.

                                            >You get up from your chair and help Fluttershy out of hers.

                                            Here let me walk you to your room.

                                            >You turn your attention to the other ponies.

                                            Feel free to take home some leftovers of your own if you'd like.

                                            >The 5 ponies all raised their cups in the air and gave toast to the wondrous meal.

                                            >All bidding you two farewell as you walked her to her room.


                                            >Fluttershy stumbles onto her bed and lets out a big sigh of relief.

                                            >She rolls toward you and you hear a faint whisper.

                                            >"Thank you, Anon. I had.. I had a.. good time tonight."

                                            >Her eyes started weighing heavy.

                                            >She gives you a sweet innocent smile as her eyes close shut and her smile fades away into deep repose.

                                            >Was this it?

                                            psst Fluttershy... Fluttershy?

                                            >The slumbering pegasus gave no response.

                                            >You snap your fingers.

                                            >Nothing.

                                            >YES!

                                            >This is what you've been working towards.

                                            >Food Coma.

                                            >Rolling the sleeping mare on her back, you reveal the grand prize.

                                            >Sweet Celestia, her belly must be the size of an adult watermelon.

                                            >Taking your hand, you rub it into her fur.

                                            >It's soft to the touch. Her belly emits a slight welcoming warmth.

                                            >You pause and feel her chest hovering up and down with her breathing.

                                            >Feeling the smooth texture of fur, you pet the upper part of her chest, making your way down to her lower belly.

                                            >It's everything you've ever dreamed of.

                                            >You do a quick poke on the side of her tummy. A grumble emerges.

                                            >Putting your ear to her stomach, you listen to nature at work. Honestly, not as pleasant as you expected, but the soft fur against your head provided a nice layer of comfort.

                                            >Your eyes start to wander off, embracing the warmth.

                                            >Emitting a yawn yourself, your head remains on her belly as you drift off to sleep.

                                            >It's gonna be awkward as hell when you two wake up. But man is it worth it.