open [RP] Home Sweet Home (1x1 w/ Roxy Brightspark)

[Randimaxis 8,665]

Vylia smiled, then turned to Beck and Call.

 

"Ahem... I do believe it's 'Piggyback Time', hmmm?"

 

At that, the butlers made their way over to them and each leaned down towards one of them, offering their backs.

 

"Care for a ride, little ladies?"  They both said in unison.

 

Vylia grinned.  "Daxter, would you perhaps mind letting your father know that we have an esteemed guest here, and that he should truly come downstairs to meet her?  We'll be in the East Wing; let him know."

 

Dax nodded, then turned to Crystal.  "It was really nice meeting you, Rox-... uhm, Madam Crystal."  He blushed a bit, then he was off like a shot into the hall as his mother's messenger.

 

Turning back to her guest, Vylia said, "Now, dearie... shall we go and find a nice room for you and your little ones?"

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Crystal smiles as both Darla and Silver giggle and crawl onto the backs of Beck and Call with their help, and nods at Daxter "The pleasure is mine Daxter, I look forward to getting to know you more" she says and then looks to Vylia "Lead the way then ma'am" she says with a short headbow of respect towards her host "I really cannot thank you for your hospitality" she says as she then follows her, "as for young Daxter, it is perfectly fine that he is shy around me at first, it's kind of flattering"

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"Truly, dearie... it's hardly as if we get much in the way of visitors anyway, even less so that we get visitors of such caliber as yourself... and hardly a one has even made any sort of mention of my Daxter.  You're a DEAR to do so!"

 

Vylia's smile said that she'd been pleased her son was approved of.  She led her guests (and her two servants) down a long hallway, so much antiquity and wealth around them that it was almost as if they were in some sort of ritzy museum.

 

"This is the East Wing; we have a number of bedrooms available here, all accompanied with dressers, linens and  closet-space.  And, of course, each has its' own private bath!"

 

She was quite proud, and stepped lightly as she moved along.

 

"Simply say when you're where you'd like to be, dearie - your choice!"

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Crystal smiles "Any of these rooms will be fine" she says softly and looks around with a small smile as she sees one with a cot in it "Somepony n your household expecting?" she asks with a soft giggle, then looks around some more while checking to make sure that her small ones were still asleep.

 

"You know, I think my darlings would love a stallion like Dax as a father" she says then smiles as she sees a room that looked like it's ceiling had been enchanted to look like the night sky with sparkling stars "Oh this room is perfect dear, it isn't taken, is it?"

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Vylia smiled at the mention of the cot.  

 

"Oh, dearie, no... I do believe that would be Daxter's old foal bed; Oglevy kicked his to pieces when he was still just a little thing!"

 

She gave a soft, sentimental laugh.

 

"And no, dearie - this room isn't taken.  You're MORE than welcome to stay here, if you like.  I'll have Beck and Call bring up all the appropriate linens and such, and you and your little ones should be sleeping peacefully in your new home within the hour!"

 

She flashed a dazzling smile.  "And as for Daxter... well, it would CERTAINLY be quite an addition to our family for ROYALTY to become one of us!  Ah, the Canterlot elite might finally pay us some long-deserved attention, no doubt!  Of course, this would only be IF you decide to reveal your truth, dearie... whether you do or don't, we'll stand behind you."

 

The butlers brought the wee ones into the room, and carefully - ever so gently - they placed them into the rather large four-post bed, and brought the covers up to their middles.  One of the butlers smiled sweetly at the sleeping dragonette, while the other turned to smile at his twin about the diamond pup.  Settling them in, they both stepped quietly back and resumed their positions on either side of Vylia.

 

"You two - linens."

 

The two servants nodded, then left to fetch the rest of the necessary items.

 

"Now, Daxter is exceedingly shy, and he has a tendency to be a bit... excitable... at times.  As much as I would simply ADORE having you for a daughter-in-law, I do want you to be aware of what courting him might entail.  You may have to make the first moves yourself, you know."

 

She gave her a sly smile that only mares could understand.  "But he DOES love green apples."

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Crystal smiles "All in due time dear, I fear that most ponies are still wary of my kind after what my sister did at the wedding" she says and gently kisses Darla and Silver on their foreheads and giggles "Darling, my ex husband, yes I was married once, before..before the overthrow of my throne, my ex husband, well he was a real hard case when it came to his job as a guard, but he was so incredibly shy around me and the Princesses" she giggles "It was his shyness that won him over"

 

She then looks to the door and smiles "Dax is a good stallion, and he'd make a wonderful husband and father to Darla and Silver" she then smiles at Vylia, "And to future little ones" she smiles with a giggle "That much I can tell" she says and sits down on the edge of the bed and smiles "But I will have to have a talk with him, a romance can only work if both parties love each other equally"

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"But of course; I'd prefer if he did, indeed, finally find a mare... but it would be poor motherly instinct to force it on him.  And hearing you say the same makes me feel a bit better about it all.  Mind you, dearie, I'm not saying you worry me - but he IS my son, and of course I'm concerned for his welfare.  I'd worry no matter WHOM asked about him... but, for what it's worth, I'm glad it's you."

 

She stood and stretched languidly, stifling a yawn.

 

"My my my... I suppose you've had a very busy day, and would doubtless LOVE to lie your dear head down, eh?  No need to worry - I'm feeling a tad peaked myself; I'll leave the three of you here to enjoy your newfound comfort."

 

She made her way to the door, opening it to allow the returning butlers to enter.  

 

"Ciao, dearie... sleep tight."

 

The twins had everything set within five quick minutes, then after a bow, they too made their way out and closed the door softly behind them.

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Crystal smiles and waves goodbye to her new friends and as she lay her head down to rest, only one word escaped her lips "Daxter" she whispers as she slowly closes her eyes, and for the first time in years, she slept peacefully. 

 

It wasn't until early morning that she woke up with a yawn. She instantly checks on her little ones and notices they were both awake but being patient while they waited for their breakfast. Smiling, she gently lifts them up into her arms and begins wondering around the halls of the large manor.

 

"Now, where was the kitchen again?" she asks herself as she continues looking around  the manor. "Shh, shh, it's alright sweethearts, we'll get you some food soon, I promise" she says softly, rocking them.

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The smell of hay bacon and hot coffee was wafting from ahead of the trio, and eventually led to a rather roomy and open kitchen.  There was a marble countertop, a large flat-counter cooking surface, two doors that looked as though they opened to pantries, a lovely little breakfast nook where there was a grand wooden table and comfy-looking seats, and a real brick oven.

 

Among these rather rich surroundings was a single stallion.

 

He was tall and broad-chested, and his dappled black and green coat was impeccably swept.  His mane and tail were sharp and exact, and he wore silver spectacles, an indigo vest and a sturdy-looking watch on his foreleg.  He looked strong to the point of imposing, and there was an aura of seriousness that seemed to center on him.

 

His dark blue eyes swiveled to look at her as she entered the kitchen proper.  Without turning, he continued to tend to his breakfast as he addressed her.

 

"You must be Roxy.  I am Luther Blackwater."

 

His words were simple, yet firm.  He looked to be a no-nonsense type of earth pony.

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Roxy smiles as she followed the scent to the kitchen and licks her muzzle "Now I'm getting hungry my girls" she says with a soft giggle. When she reaches the kitchen she notices the surroundings and then the stallion. 

 

Smiling, she bows her head in respect "I am sir" she says as she sits down at the table "I don't know if you remember, I was the one dear Vylia hired to scope out your mines to find the thieves and the cult activity" she says as seh looks around once more, "These little cuties are my daughters, Darla is the little Diamond Dog and Sllver is the dragon" she says and smiles at him "You have a realy lovely home here, and we are looking forward to being a part of this family" she says with a slight blush.

 

"Now now sweethearts, be patient, I'm sure the cooks here will have something delicious for you to munch on" she says and giggles "Sorry about that sir, htey're just really excited to be in their new home"

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@Orange Sparks

 

 

Luther lifted an eyebrow.  "Yes, Vylia told me you would be staying with us.  Your home burned down; very sad."

 

He did turn now, and faced the little ones.  He started with Silver.  "You - no unwanted fires."

 

Then he looked over at Darla.  "You - do not eat gems that are not given to you to eat."

 

His steely gaze returned to Roxy.  "And you - no foolishness.  Do this, and we will get along."

 

A stallion of few words, he turned back to gather his breakfast upon a simple silver tray, then took it to the table.  Upon setting the tray down, he glanced back over his shoulder at the three of them, the look in his eye a bit less severe.

 

"There is hay bacon and bread in the pantry, along with Zap Apple Jam and peach preserves - help yourself.  Clean up whatever you make dirty."

 

With that, he sat and began to eat, chewing quietly as he unfolded his paper and began to read.  Though it was strange that he didn't have the servants making the breakfast, it spoke volumes about his independence.

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Roxy smiles and giggles "Oh don't worry about them, sir, Darla only eats gems if they are given to her, and with Silver, I've been training her to control her fire breathing" she giggles and nods as she gets up to get them something to eat "Thank you sir, and I have a feeling they'd be too busy having fun with Daxy...I mean.." she blushes deeply and shakes her head "Daxter, I mean Daxter." she giggles and smiles, "Also, I'm not quite like my sister Chrysalis" she says.

 

Silver coos a little as she begins to suck on her tail hungrily

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@Orange Sparks

 

 

Luther simply nodded at most of what Roxy said... but when she mentioned her sister, Luther's muzzle swept up quickly, and he stared at her intently.

 

"Your... sister."

 

He frowned (quite a feat for a pony with a perpetual scowl on his face), and addressed her slowly.

 

"Let us hope you have better sense than she did."

 

With that, he blinked and returned to his paper.

 

It was about that time when a sky blue streak whooshed into the kitchen and dived directly into the nearby pantry.  There was the sound of boxes, bags and jars being moved around, and then out came a pegasus colt, a sack of oats hanging from his mouth and a bottle of syrup in his hands.  He got roughly halfway across the kitchen floor when he stopped and stared at Roxy and her little ones.  His eyes grew wide, then he dropped the bag of oats and narrowed his eyes at them.

 

"Hey... who're YOU and what're you DOING in my kitchen?"

 

Without looking up, Luther responded.  "They are our guests, courtesy of your mother - behave, Oglevy."

 

Regardless of his father's warning, the colt's muzzle turned down in a frown, much like his father's had earlier.

 

"Long as you stay outta my way, I don't care WHO you are!"

 

He picked up the oat bag again, and made his way to the table, setting things down before turning to head to a rack of bowls and dishes by the sink.  He continued to eyeball them as he grabbed a bowl and made his way back, sitting and filling it before turning his attention away from them.

 

His manner would be somewhat intimidating if he had been older; as an 8 year old, however, it was adorable.

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Crystal nods and she also frowned "I can honestly say, while I can understand what she was trying to do, but her methods were all wrong" she states, stepping back as the colt zoomed past her "When Sombra overthrew me and had my citizens k..when he had them killed, i chose self imposed exile so that he couldn't use his power over me and then use my powers over his own citizens" she says and then brings the bread and Zap Apple jam to her little ones. 

 

Crystal couldn't help but giggle a little at the colt's behavior before feeding silver and Darla "If there is anything I can do to help around the house or the mines,please let me know, I'd hate to be seen as a freeloader" she says then sighs a litlte as she thought about the dream that she had the previous night.