>25th.
>Yesterday was quite pleasant, and the move went without a hitch, you would say.
>Not only did you stuff your face with the peetzer of the gods, but everypony loved it.
>It got a few gears to start turning in your head; Perhaps you could become a chef.
>A world-class chef, at that.
>You'd be even more popular and fawned over than you currently are, but it's not a bad idea.
>With this magic of yours, you'll be able to acquire ingredients VERY quickly.
>And just because you've moved out of your house doesn't mean you can't use the kitchen still.
>Lyra would love to have you come over.
>If it's something you're going to be taking seriously, though, you'll need a bigger building in the future.
>Starlight levitated your bed all the way across Ponyville and straight into Twilight's room.
>Because your bed is so much larger than Twilight's, the two of you decided to just sleep in it together.
>It's cute, honestly.
>For right now, you're at this intermediate stage where you're mainly still friends, but also a couple.
>That's how it's supposed to work, though.
>Your partner is your friend, no two ways about it.
>But Twilight has been far more eager than you, and to be honest, you weren't completely "ready" for this.
>Things just happened to kick off due to that conversation you had with Pinkie and Fluttershy.
>So with that in mind, taking things slow is the best way for you to go about it.
>That doesn't mean you won't aggressively hug and cuddle the fuck out of her, of course.
>The way things are going now, it's perfect.
>You're all nice and safe in Twilight Sparkle's Crystal Castle(TM).
>Whenever you want to see her, or hang out with Spike, you're right there with them.
>Speaking of being right there with them, you're currently falling asleep next to Twilight.
>Your arm is resting on a small table, and dirt has been littered over the back of your hand.
>There are small seeds inside the clumps of dirt, and you've been growing plants over and over and over.
>At Twilight's behest, of course.
>This is all for the purpose of her studying.
>Earlier in the morning, she wanted to see some examples of growths you could produce outside.
>She postulates that, in time, you'll be able to grow exceptionally large trees.
>Twilight has already told you the story of her previous home, one that had been destroyed by Tirek.
>It would mean a lot to her if you could grow a brand new tree home of some sort.
>Another side project that you've been contemplating is restoring the fire-ravaged parts of Everfree.
>For now, the tree house is a much more realistic objective.
>It's hard enough just to pull a fucking stump out of the ground.
>The few dying trees in AJ's orchard don't compare to the massiveness of Everfree's dense woods.

>"Y'know, this was pretty cool at first, but now I just feel bad for you."
>Spike pitied the zombie-like state you've found yourself in.
"Uggghhh... are we done yet, Twi?"
>Your eyes are closing themselves.
>How many more times does she want to see you grow a stupid plant?
>You've grown tomatoes, strawberries, lemons, and even fucking grapes.
>This mare is determined to drain you for all your worth.
>And it's not that kind of draining.
>"Just one more seed, Anon!"
>"I've almost fully charted the rate of growth."
"Fully charted? Twi... do you have any idea... how many times you'll have to re-chart that?"
"This magic grows exponentially... more and more powerful each day... remember?"
>"Which is exactly why I have to document this!"
>"I won't have any data to compare your magic to in the future otherwise!"
"I'm gonna' die in the future if you keep this up..."
>With the last of your strength, the next seed sprouted to a small sapling with healthy leaves.
"There... are we fucking finished?"
>"This plant looks to be a fern... belonging to the Cyatheaceae family..."
>"...Adding that to the chart now..."
>"I think you're done here, Anon." Spike voiced, rolling his eyes.
"Thank Celestia."
>As Spike figured, Twilight simply carried on with the collection of her "categorical" data.
>Part of you wanted to get up and stretch, but it was as though you were glued to the table.
>Perhaps it'd be better if you just passed out in your chair.
>Unfortunately, Fluttershy, Pinkie, Dash, and Starlight should all be arriving soon.
>Observing the clock on the wall, you see that it's a little past eight o'clock.
>Next to your arm are a couple of steel trays for the plants.
>You'd rather not harm the fern resting on your hand, so you gently pick it up, roots and all.
>After placing it on the tray, it now rests there, like a good little multicellular organism.
>All of that dirt needs to be brushed off your arm as well.
>This magic really is something else.
>Surely water would be needed for the plant's overall longevity, but you could arguably bypass that.
>"Fluttershy and Pinkie said they'd be back around eight, right? Same for Rainbow and Starlight?
>"Wanna' greet them at the door while she's busy doing... whatever it is that she's doing?"
"Hell yeah, bro."
>"You lead the way."
"Kay', just... give me a sec'."

>Your legs weren't cooperating with you.
>Not one bit.
>However, these are the first steps of many towards your brand new life.
"Get... UP!"
"Come on!"
>"Dude, don't force it if it's that hard."
"I don't think so, Spike."
"This is a challenge."
"And challenges are meant to be conquered."
"In order to achieve my new dream, I can't back down."
>"Your... new dream? What's that?"
"You'll find out soon, my scaly friend."
>The world around you flipped upside down, left and right, and all over the place.
>You're horrifically nauseous right now, and any further movement might cause you to hurl.
>"Tell ya' what. Why don't you go lay down, and we'll come to you."
>"How does that sound?"
"Bullshit."
>"Figured you'd say that."
>"Hey, Twilight, you hearing all of this? Ya' mind helping him get into bed?"
>"Yes, Spike."
>She couldn't have sounded any more occupied if she wanted to; Her words were plain and rushed.
>"Welp. Guess that's my queue."
>"I'll be back with the others, Anon. Don't die trying to get in bed before I come back."
>It looks like you're on your own here, but that's okay, because you're not a pussy.
"Me? Dying? Hah, that's funny."
"I could be immortal, and you wouldn't even know."
>"It'd suck if you weren't. Dragons live longer than humans, remember?"
>Spike confidently chuckled to himself, closing the door behind him and walking into the hallway.
>You were merely cracking jokes, but now you HAVE to become immortal, just to have the last laugh.
>Before that, however, you need to reach this fucking bed.
>Falling to your knees, you crawled towards it, as your legs aren't capable of doing the job.
>Why must this be so difficult?
>One of these days, you'll be so proficient at using this magic that you'll never exhaust yourself.
>And that day is definitely not today.
>All in all, it took five minutes to pull yourself up and onto the bed.

>You wish that was an exaggeration.
>If you didn't know any better, you'd say that Twilight wanted to see you suffer.
>"Twilight, two. Anon, two. We're tied again."
>Son of a bitch.
>The trademark noise of unicorn teleportation sounded, and in less than a second, she was on top of you.
>"How does it feel to suffer, Mr. Human?"
>The purple pony giggled devilishly, savoring her momentary victory.
"I don't know what you're talking about."
>"Hmmmm? Is that so?"
>She's leaning dangerously close to your face.
>It's impossible to look away from her bedroom eyes now.
>Suffice to say, your almonds have been activated, but you must remain strong.
"Yep. I'm doing just fine."
>"Your voice is a little shaky, Anon."
>"Not feeling well? You don't need a check-up, do you?"
>You need an adult.
"Twi, you and I both know the last thing I need is a doctor."
>Once again, Celestia is looking out for you, as Spike and the others' steps could be heard approaching.
>Twilight was quick to hop off of your chest and play it cool.
>One by one, Spike, Rainbow, Fluttershy, Starlight, and Pinkie entered the room.
>"Jeez. He actually made it to the bed... color me surprised." Spike said, folding his arms.
>"In bed already, bro?" Rainbow asked, clearly surprised by your apparent laziness.
>"What have you been doing all day?"
"Magic practice."
>"Nonny, Nonny! Fluttershy and I had a blast on our trip!"
"That's good to hear, Ponka."
"I'm happy to see that smile on your face."
"Where'd you two end up going? If you don't mind telling us?"
>"Umm... we went to see Limestone, Marble, and Maud." Fluttershy quietly answered for Panko.
"Damn. Wish I could have gone with you. I actually ran into Maud on a train a few days ago..."
"...Maybe when I decide to check out her rock farm, you can come with me, Pinks."
>"REALLY?! IS THAT A PINKIE PROMISE?!"
"Indeed, it is, Ponka."

>A warm smile grew on your face as Pinkie's eyes sparkled with happy little stars.
"We can bring Starlight, too. I'm sure there's plenty of rock-related labor for her there."
>"Good idea, Anon! I think I'll add that to her list." Twilight chimed, clopping her hooves together.
>"R-Rock related labor...?" You were too distracted to notice it, but Starlight looked dead inside.
>Dash must have put her through hell; Her eyes were baggy, her hair disheveled.
"You'll see, Starlight. You'll see."
>"Anon, did I do a good job?" Fluttershy flew over to the bedside, floating beside you.
"Couldn't be more proud of you, Flutters."
"You know what? Bring it in. You too, Pinkie."
>It unironically pained your body, but you opened your arms wide for a hug.
>Pinkie practically squealed, and Fluttershy blushed in anxiety.
>"G-Gosh... w-when was the last time we hugged, Anon?"
"Relax, you small yellow horse."
"It's not that serious."
>Without any hesitation, at least on Pinkie's part, the two ponies entered your embrace.
>Fluttershy muttered to herself during the hug, something about hot monkey dick.
>And for some reason, you seem to be the only one in the room who heard that.
>The hug was broken when a loud thump of some kind rang throughout the room.
>After tilting your head in the direction of the sound, you saw Starlight, collapsed on the ground.
>The punished pony was still breathing, obviously, and before long, she was snoring loudly.
>"Good grief." Rainbow sighed, probably out of pity, and lowered her head.
>Twilight cleared her throat, before speaking with a tone of nobility, as if she were royalty.
>"As everypony can see, some of us are tired, so it looks like it's that time."
>Spike stretched his little arms into the air, yawning just as loudly as Starlight's snores.
>"Fine by me... I've already done all my chores."
>"Good night, everypony." Spike said sleepily, before curling up next to Starlight, and closing his eyes.
>That's almost adorable.
>Almost.
>"Alrighty! See you soon, Nonny! Don't forget that promise!" Pinkie Pie cheerily hopped out of the room.
"Later..." 
>The sight of those two curled up together was putting you right to sleep; Your voice was tired and weak.
>"B-Bye, Anon." Fluttershy said meekly, looking back at you as she exited.
>"Gotta' prepare for that award ceremony, y'know? Just a few more days left!" 
>Rainbow took to the air, her wings looking healthier than ever.
>"See ya' at lunch tomorrow, bro!"
>"And try not to kill Anon next time, egghead!" 
>With that innocent, yet somewhat disrespectful goodbye, Rainbow took her leave as well.

>"Hmph! I don't like being called an egghead all the time."
>All you could manage was a soft chuckle.
>You would've loved to enjoy their company for a bit longer, but you're not the only one that's tired.
>Your eyes had begun to close themselves, and you weren't about to fight it.
>"What's so funny, Mr. Human?"
>"You're not laughing at me, are you?"
>At this time, there are technically no eyes on Twilight.
>Spike is asleep already.
>"Do I have to teach you a lesson?"
>DEAR GOD.
>HE'S FUCKING ASLEEP.
>You tried to scream, hoping it'd wake Spike from his slumber, but alas, your voice is shot. 
>Here she comes.
>Oh god, she's coming, and you're silently screaming.
>She's already on top of you again, and even worse, your arms don't seem to be working.
>And the various assortment of plants you've spent the entire day growing?
>The strength needed to command them at this very moment is nowhere to be found.
>PLANTS.
>PLANTS, PLEASE.
>SUMMONING ALL FUCKING PLANTS.
>OH GOD, PLANTS, HEL-