open The Town That Friendship Forgot

[Windy Breeze 15,201]

@Samurai Equine

“Yeah, some grumpy Las Pegasus high-class stallion is currently occupying the room” there was a hint of disgust in Charm's voice, “If you three are looking for Maya, she has already packed her bags 15 days ago”

“Which means she must have gone back to Vanhoover” Keen theorized.

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

@Samurai Equine

"Yes sir. Why, I ended up giving Elusive Facts her very own news van...and I happen to have a very cool surprise for you Mayor. Follow me." He said as he got up from his mustang and walked over to the parking bay where the covered car was. "Are you ready?" Thundy asked. 

[Samurai Equine 56,847]

@Windy Breeze

"What?! But... I don't even know how to navigate Vanhoover. I've never been there before!" Trilby nearly panics at this news. "Mrs. Charm, do you have Maya's current address? I might be able to fly us over there really quickly, but without any idea where to go, we could be patrolling for HOURS! And I promised Keen I'd help her. I don't want to let her down after we came so far..." Trilby pleads.

@Courageous Thunder Dash

"Oh my, a gift?! I haven't gotten one of those since my last birthday, which I quickly gave away to another pony in greater need than me." Mayor White says. Truly he was not expecting this. He follows Thundy's lead. "Oh my... Oh dear me..." He shakes out the anticipation, pulls out a handkerchief, and uses it as a make-shift blind fold. "Anytime you're ready, Mr. Thundy!"

[Windy Breeze 15,201]

@Samurai Equine

“I do have a record but the book was stolen by somepony and threw it on the beach. The new book only says she's from Vanhoover but her address in possibly inaccurate" Charm shrugged.

Edited June 13, 2021 by Windy Breeze
Misidentified Charm as Maya

[Thundy]

@Samurai Equine

Thundy slowly uncovered the car and there it was in all its glory and splendor...Mayor White's brand new 1954 Buick Special, a true gem of a car indeed. It was painted in white with gold trims. It even had a easy to remove top that could make it a convertible. The custom 1954 Buick Special also dawned the classic white walled tires and chromed rims. The license plate was customized with a Frindshire design and it had the word WHITE on it. The car was sparkling clean.

"You can remove your blindfold now Mayor." Thundy said. 

 

(OOC: Imagine the car with Thundy's custom job)

 

[Samurai Equine 56,847]

@Windy Breeze

Trilby suddenly looks crestfallen. Has he let Keen down? "Thank you, Mrs." He says. Trilby turns to Keen. "Well Keen, it's up to you. I can use the vehicle to fly us to Vanhoover, but I have no idea where to begin searching. If you still want to go there, we can. Otherwise, we'll just have to go back for Friendshire and try our luck there."

@Courageous Thunder Dash

Mayor White takes off his blindfold, and practically screams while bouncing up and down. "OoOh hoo hoo hoo~! Thundy my boy, it's absolutely BEAUTIFUL! A real piece of class. This is truly for me? I appreciate it greatly, but it's been many years since I've driven any kind of go-kart or any motorized chariot. I may need to call upon one of my various office workers to be my driver."

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

@Samurai Equine

"It is certainly for you Mayor." Thundy stated as he twirled the keys in his talons...then gently handed them over to Mayor White. "Yea...it would be best if one of your workers drives you around...or...Thundy or myself could teach you to drive again..." Chelsea suggested. 

[Windy Breeze 15,201]

@Samurai Equine

Keen wasn't too upset by the news, hinted by her smile “I'm fine, Trilby. Remember, I'm a local resident in Vanhoover, everything is going to be fine, let's book a room for today as it's getting late for is" night was near.

[Silly Druid 8,016]

@SuriPolomare

The potion has a slightly bitter taste. At first it seems to have no effect, but after a few minutes things start to change in Sparkly's mind. Ideas start popping into existence at an unusual rate. The logical connections between various concepts become much more clear. Doing complicated mathematical calculations is much easier for her now.

[Ragland Tiger 3,546]

23 hours ago, Dynamo Pad said:

"W-Would you blame me if I got my cornball-like nature off of my dad?" He chuckled sticking his tongue out playfully as he was glad that Bluebell liked that side of him. He always knew his dad to be a joker, but it's what got him to have some good buddies growing up. He leaned slightly against Bluebell, while looking up at the tress that were blanketed by a blanket of sunset. A few stray petals falling from their branches as they danced in the wind. He was startled slightly from his thoughts as Bluebell had started making her way back towards the vehicle. "O-Oh, okay and no problem. Hurry back when you can and I'll keep your shake safe." He would say, wondering if she had to take the vehicle somewhere momentarily. He blinked and nearly got out of his seat as he heard Bluebell's started yelp. However, it seemed that all was well as he soon started to hear music being played. "Huh? H-How is there music playing? Was there a button or mode that the car had?" He wondered, hearing the music coming from the car. He didn't have a chance to ask as he saw Bluebell hurrying back over towards him. A smile formed, before widening as he saw her hoof outstretched towards him. An offer of a dance being presented to him. "It'd be an honor and I'd love to." He placed his shake next to hers, before lifting himself up as he took her hoof into his own.

Spoiler

 

@Dynamo Pad

Without hesitating, Bluebell gently wrapped her foreleg around Dynamo's neck and drew him close. She closed her eyes and rested her head on him, while  they gently rocked to and fro,  surrounded by the flower petals swirling around in the breeze. 

 It was  nightfall when they headed back to the center of town.  When Dynamo pulled over in front of the inn where Bluebell was staying,  she turned to him and said,  "Um -- d-do you want to c-c-c-come up for-for a nightcap?"-- and then she blushed.

[Silly Druid 8,016]

@SuriPolomare

"What are these blueprints about?" Nopony hasn't seen anything like that before.

"Does it have something to do with that rocket of yours?" Tree Song has a curious look on her face.

[Dynamo Pad 11,851]

@Ragland Tiger

Without warning, Dynamo felt a foreleg wrap around his neck. Looking to the source, he saw that it was Bluebell, who effectively drew him closer to her. Dynamo blushed, but smiled nonetheless as he wrapped a foreleg around her neck. He almost froze into a statue as the bespectacled mare rested her head on him. He soon managed to unthaw as he rested his head against hers. All the while, rocking to and fro as the song began to play. As the lyrics came and went, Dynamo could only chuckle happily in his mind. With each lyric spoke, it almost felt ironic or very fitting with how things had gone. He felt a warmth in his heart and wondered if this was what it was like to find that special someone. To finally fall in love and feel true happiness. The song felt like a fitting story for both blue unicorns. He held her close as they circled one another. Not breaking contact as he enjoyed the dance with Bluebell in his arms. The sound of the wind picking up the petals, while swirling around the grassy terrain.

As nightfall had made it's presence known, the couple had begun to drive back to the center of town. Getting the directions from Bluebell, the gaming unicorn had pulled up towards the inn that the bespectacled mare was staying at. Parking to avoid any issues with others, Dynamo had turned off the car and made his exit. Opening the trunk as he closed the driver-side door. As he grabbed their bags and belongings from the carnival, Dynamo had opened the door once more for Bluebell to exit. Upon hearing her question, Dynamo had nearly dropped their bags in shock. A blush creeping up to his cheeks as he thought he had misheard her. He honestly wasn’t expecting that sort of question. Based on what he thought of her question, then it meant that she was asking him to stay over. He still couldn’t help in wondering if it would be okay. Granted, she had asked him, so she must have been okay with him staying. If he could be honest with himself, he didn't truly want to part ways with her after the day they had together. “O-Okay and thank you. I usually don’t sleep with a nightcap, but I really appreciate the hospitality/gesture.” He responded, as if reading the question she was trying to ask him. He smiled softly, blushing up a storm as if he were a Hearth's Warming tree.

Edited June 14, 2021 by Dynamo Pad

[Forest Storm]

@SuriPolomare

It looks like Sparkly is going to use some technological concepts from her world to create something that doesn't exist in this world yet. "I admit technology is not one of my fields of expertise. I heard about the concepts you mentioned, but I don't know the details about them. What I want to know is the general idea behind all these systems you're designing. Tree said something about a rocket, is that true? And if so, what would be the purpose of that rocket?"

[Samurai Equine 56,847]

@Windy Breeze

Trilby sighs and nods. "Okay then. Let's do that." He picks himself up and pulls Keen and Shadow into a hug before turning back to the front desk. "Mrs. Charm was it? I'd like to pay for two rooms, for one night of course. If possible, I'd like those rooms to be next to each other. A big double room for two wonderful mares, and a room for me." Trilby says, reaching for his wallet and getting ready to pay.

"So, we'll stay here for the night, then go to Vanhoover first thing tomorrow. And if we don't find anything, we'll go back to Friendshire and rethink our strategy."

@Courageous Thunder Dash

Mayor White takes the keys. "If you are offering lessons, then I insist on paying you for them. Anything worth doing can be made into a possible job, and nothing makes me happier than supporting this town, that includes the local businesses." Mayor White explains. "By the way, have either of you seen the town square lately?"

[Thundy]

@Samurai Equine

"Thank you so much Mayor. That means so much. Would you like to start our lessons now, or should we wait for another day? I am completely free, so I could definately teach you most of the basics." Thundy said looking at Mayor White. "And I drove by the town square earlier today. It looks like it is almost back to 100%." Thundy said. 

[Silly Druid 8,016]

@SuriPolomare

Tree Song looks at all these detailed plans with amazement. "It looks pretty cool, but I don't really understand much of it, I'm not good with the sciency stuff."

"If I understand it correctly, you're going to send ponies into space in that rocket. Do you have any plans for life support systems? I think that's a crucial part of such a mission." Also it's the only part related to the areas the druid has some knowledge in, so directing the discussion there seems like a good idea to him.

Edited June 15, 2021 by PawelS

[Forest Storm]

@SuriPolomare

"Magical fuel? Well, maybe I can help you with that... I know a thing or three about the properties of various magical materials... Anyway, we're going to make some more potions before sleep, and if you want to help us, you will be rewarded. But I understand if you prefer to keep working on your rocket."

[Samurai Equine 56,847]

@Courageous Thunder Dash

"Then let us proceed post haste!" Mayor White gives Thundy the keys. "Oh, and do take it slowly with the lessons please, Mr. Thundy. I all ready know some basics, but at my age, I'm probably a slower learner than what you're use to." Mayor White gets in the vehicle, eager to begin.

Edited June 16, 2021 by Samurai Equine

[Courageous Thunder Dash 7,826]

@Samurai Equine

Thundy got in the driver's seat. He then put the key in the ignition and turned it. The supercharged custom 5.5 litre V8 growled to life. "They don't make V8s like this anymore. Anyway, first thing you wanna do before you pull off is release your parking brake...this lever right here." Thundy said. "You want to make sure your foot, or in your case, your hoof, is on the brake pedal." Thundy explained. 

[Silly Druid 8,016]

@SuriPolomare

They made several more potions, mostly for curing various diseases and ailments. With Sparkly's help the process went smoothly and efficiently. While doing it, they were talking about astronomy, life support systems, materials that can be used as magical fuels and various other subjects.

"Thanks for your help, I can give you ten bits for that." Nopony gives the golden coins to Sparkly.

"We're going to sleep now, you can stay up and work on your blueprints if you want." Tree Song says and gives her sleeping mat to the alicorn. "Use this when you're finished."

[Samurai Equine 56,847]

@Courageous Thunder Dash

The mayor nearly feels himself being pushed back into his seat. "Ooh, my! For a classy girl, she's got some pep in her step. You drive vehicles a little differently than Chelsea, I see." He takes in the lessons as best as he can. "Is there a clutch?"

[Thundy]

@Samurai Equine

Thundy put his hand on the gear selector and shifted to reverse. "Chelsea has a racing side of her. She brings it out sometimes. I have a feeling she did it with Pencil Pouch...anyway, to answer your question, there isn't a clutch. Instead, I put the modern spin on a classic. See these paddles behind the wheel? You use these to shift gears. This way, you won't need a clutch." Thundy stated. 

[Samurai Equine 56,847]

@Courageous Thunder Dash

"Ooh, no clutch necessary." The mayor nods and does his best to pay attention, though he also enjoys seeing the sights as they drive. "...You know, Mr. Thundy, I'll be making a run for sandwiches after this. Would you or Chelsea care to join me?"

[Thundy]

@Samurai Equine

“We don’t really have much to do…so I wouldn’t mind and neither would Chelsea.” Thundy said. “So to prevent damage to your engine, don’t let this gauge here go beyond the red. I put a rev limiter for extra help with that. It also helps with an extra little thrill I put in: launch control. To activate launch control, bring the car to a stop and press this button here. Hold the gas until the tachometer hits the limit. Release by pressing the button again and the car will take off.” Thundy explained. 

[Samurai Equine 56,847]

@Courageous Thunder Dash

The mayor scratches his head. "You lost me at launch control and tachometer, my boy. But don't worry a thing! I don't drive for thrills. I only drive at parade-speed, I assure you that. A pony of my position has no need for driving fast. It's a mayors duty to drive slowly so that he may admire his town and stop at a moment's notice should anyone need his help."

Edited June 19, 2021 by Samurai Equine