Keep Calm and Flutter On, part 4

[needs_fern]

Most ponies would not call Fluttershy a slob. That said, there are a few things that could stand to be straightened up if she's going to have company.

"He may be horrible, but that doesn't mean we have to act the same way," she says, partly to herself and partly to her friends, who followed her - well, them - 'just in case'. "We should at least try to be hospitable."

Okay, one more check of the room, and - oh! "You don't mind giving up your favorite spot on the couch, do you, Angel Bunny?" she asks, hopeful.

Alas, the rabbit in question does seem to mind. He races over to said couch, which Discord is currently occupying, and tries to assert his claim. But the strength of a rabbit isn't up to the task of moving a chaos spirit who doesn't want to budge.

Fluttershy swoops in, anxious to smooth things over. "Oh, I'm sorry about Angel. Are you all right?"

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[nponyc]

GEE WHAT A SHOCK THAT WOULD BE.

Rainbow Dash hovers inches from Discord's face, the better to glare at him. "So we can't unite and use the Elements of Harmony against you, that's why!"

[chocolate_reign]

"I never thought of that."

[nponyc]

Suuuuuure you didn't.

"You big liar!"

[chocolate_reign]

"Now look who's a liar," calls a a six inch tall Discord. "Anyone can plainly see that I'm not big at all."

Angel Bunny, sensing an opening, seizes the opportunity to reclaim the couch and is promptly sent flying along with an unlucky lamp as Discord reforms to full size.

[needs_fern]

Oh, no! That was quite a nice lamp, and now it's broken. Not that Fluttershy would blame Discord for that, even if he weren't her guest; that just wouldn't be nice. But she is dismayed that it's broken.

[chocolate_reign]

"Oops." remarks Discord with a roll of his eyes and a snap of his fingers.

"There, all better!" He concludes in sachrine sing-song.





Angel, having not learned his lesson the first time is removed from the couch yet again via a lash from Discord's tail as he settles back in to place.

[no_vampires_plz]

"I can't watch," moans Apple Jack, covering her face with her hat.

"We'll be outside," agrees Rainbow Dash, and the rest of the ponies head toward the door. This train wreck in progress is best observed from a safe distance. Like maybe from Manehattan.

Twilight is the last to leave, and lingers at the threshhold. "You're sure you're okay with this?" she asks Fluttershy.

[needs_fern]

"I know it's not gonna be easy, but Princess Celestia's counting on me. And... I think I actually know what to do!"

Admittedly, she didn't a few minutes ago, but she's just had a flash of inspiration.

[no_vampires_plz]

"You do?"

[needs_fern]

"I think the key is to befriend him. Being kind to him and letting him be my houseguest is probably the best way to do that."

Behind her, Angel doesn't seem to have gotten the memo; he's still trying futilely to get his spot on the couch.

[chocolate_reign]

Meanwhile, unnoticed by the two ponies, the living room is quickly descending in to a full fledged battle. Angel Bunny has ruled the cottage since time immemorial, facing down ferrets, owls, and an adult brown bear. If this misshapen interloper won't take a hint, it's time for the gloves to come off.

Discord offers a wave at the glaring rabbit and then nonchalantly levitates the couch out of reach as Angel goes charging past underneath and smacks in to a wall. On the second pass the couch simply slides across the floorboards all on its own, keeping just ahead of Angel's enraged chattering.

[no_vampires_plz]

"And you really think that'll work?"

[needs_fern]

"I think it's worth a try!"

[no_vampires_plz]

"Okay. But if you need us, all you need to do is whisper 'Help!' and we'll be back here with our Elements." Twilight looks over Fluttershy's shoulder at her houseguest. "So watch that goatlegged step of yours, pal!"

[chocolate_reign]

Discord glances up, momentarily distracted from prodding an upside down Angel.

In an instant the draconequus is in a suit and top hat. Both he and the rabbit are sitting in high backed chairs each clutching a hot cup of tea.


"What?" exclaims Discord in affronted tones, peering at her innocently through his monocle. "Look at me; I'm practically reformed already!"

[needs_fern]

After seeing Twilight out, Fluttershy comes back to check on her guest. "Discord? Oh, there you are. Listen, Discord, I just want to make sure you know that if there's anything I can do to..."

Wait a minute. "Um, are you eating... paper?"

[chocolate_reign]

That does indeed to appear to be the case. Discord is once again seated on the couch, noshing away on a full bowl of the stuff.

"Am I?" he asks in bemusement before spearing another sheet on his fork. "Huh! How odd of me."

[needs_fern]

It certainly is that. But, well, he's not hurting anypony, so she's not going to make a fuss.

"Well, um... I'm just heading out, so just make yourself at home while I'm gone"

[chocolate_reign]

Discord, dressed in a cheerful pink robe, politely sees Fluttershy out the door.
"Buh-Bye, have a nice time!" he waves after her. Across the stream, a crowd of red-eyed beavers scurry past.

"Everything is fine here. Bye-bye! Bye-bye..." The door slams shut the moment she's out of sight.

"Ya like carrots, Angel?" Discord sneers, looming over the little beast. The rabbit responds with his best glare as one of the aforementioned root vegetables is pulled out of his ear. His mood isn't improved a moment later when Discord slaps him upside the head with it."I'm playing your owner for a fool!"

Rabbit and carrot tumble across the floor, coming to a stop with Angel clutching the carrot in his forepaws.

"How d'ya like them carrots?" grins the carrot.


Angel screams.