private Land of Shadows

[lincolnshirepony 527]

Blue Note had a relatively successful time performing. She'd made enough for dinner and more. Though it wasn't exactly what she wanted to be doing. Even performing in a dingy club or bar would have been better, but she really wished she could be composing. Not that she minded performing, but this wasn't how she wanted to do it. She shuddered as she thought of having to admit to Sterling what she was doing for a live. One commission a few months back, a few gigs, some lessons, and a lot of time on street corners. Sure, she was still composing, but no one wanted to hear it. 

 

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@Sterling Crimson

 

Blue Note had arrived at music theory a little early. If Sterling was there early, maybe she would get a chance to talk to him. She decided to work on her music theory homework while she waited if he wasn't already there. After a rough a start, it would be nice to talk to a pony that wasn't going to make ridiculous assumptions about her. 

[Love*Potion 575]

@@Budding Night,

 

*yawn*

 

"Hey Evening?" Kismet whispered to her friend, "I'm kinda getting tired. I didn't realize it was getting so late... Time sure flies when you're having fun, I guess. *Ahem* Anyways, I really should be getting back to my hotel soon. What do ya say? Meet up again tomorrow morning before the wedding?" Kismet smiled at her friend as she waited for a reply.

[Zhooves 843]

@@Budding Night, 

After getting the tuxedo and bow tie from Evening, he begun to take it on...

After struggling for almost fifteen minutes, he finally stood there wearing it - though the bow tie hung around his neck.

"How does one tie this thing... And how do I do it with hooves?" he asked Evening, as he fiddled with it.

[Commander Bubbles 1,343]

"Red," she responded, "Ah really hope things go over well with you and Neon. Ah hate seein' ya so un-gung-ho about everything, now."

"I'm still in love with her," Red responded to Applejack, "I'm not even close to through with her yet. Tryin' hard to let her go, but it's just more than I can do. When I return home, and I'm not anywhere near Neon, then maybe I might be able to get over it a bit more easily."

(Sorry for the halfass post, I just have a hard time coming up for conversations with Red and AJ)

Edited July 20, 2013 by Joey Slowgano

[Budding Night 1,043]

@@Zhooves, @@Love*Potion

 

Evening gave a smile and nod to the lavender mare "Sounds great. I'll come to your hotel" she said with a smile, she loved how she was catching up with her tomorrow as well, after not seeing her for so long, remembering her for so long it was wonderful they were able to spend this time together. 

 

After Kismet had talked, Autumn let out a yawn too "I might go too Evening" she said with a tired smile "I've got some things to do in the morning, so I'll met you at yours a little bit later in the day" she gave her sister a hug, said her goodbyes and walked out the door sleepily, it was quite late and quite dark, but thankfully the city lights of Manehatten was enough to cover it up.

 

When North came out wearing his tuxedo, he looked like a very handsome young colt, but his bow tie was hanging around his neck. When he asked about the bow tie, she smiled and walked over to him "It takes a while to get used to it using hooves." she said "But I'm sure a unicorn could help you" her horn lit up a light blue as she held up the bow tie, she twisted, turned, and pulled at it until it was in a perfect little bow tie. "There you are" she said, she stepped back a bit to take a good look at him. He did look very nice and like the perfect ring bearer. "I think that looks fantastic. Is that the one you want?"

 

 

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(I realised I haven't posted about Wispent and Midnight Shield for a bit)

 

It was late, sure. It was dark, sure. But that didn't worry this couple, they were up practicing the dance. Midnight didn't really do a lot of dancing, Wispent was the dancer but he wanted to do this for his little Eve on her big day. Quiet music was coming from a little stereo that was sitting on a coffee table while the two ponies were dancing.

 

Soon, they finished their dance and flopped down on the bed, the stereo had turned off as the song had finished. They got themselves into bed and closed their eyes, both ponies were ever so excited for the wedding tomorrow, but Wispent keep saying to her husband that she felt like something would go wrong, in which case her husband said that she always said that and things would be fine. Wispent didn't stop worrying but at least she had some comfort. The two ponies drifted to sleep..

Edited July 20, 2013 by Budding Night

[Inactive01 5,299]

Sterling's parents were very happy for Sterling. Nonetheless, the idea of Sterling finally becoming a husband was just beginning to hit them as they dozed off to sleep at their apartment bedroom on the 15th floor...

 

"Honey. Is Sterling really ready to become a husband? It just felt like months since Sterling met Evening... and all of a sudden, they're in love and ready to be married?" spoke a worried Bubble Gum in bed.

"Gummy. I know it's tough. I too felt that worry. But when I saw Sterling take that sacrifice in place of Evening, that said everything to me. He was willing to lay down his life for Evening. It was an instantaneous reaction yes, but often times, it is within one's instinct to sacrifice that makes all the difference. Sterling deep down has shown his willingness to do everything he can to make his bride happy. And that we taught Sterling all his life as he interacted with all mares." Front Page replied assuredly. It made Bubble Gum feel better, but nonetheless, she was nervous.

"But Front. Take us for instance. We built our love for each other through friendship and trust. Is it possible for that trust to build in mere months? Just about a year or two ago Sterling and Evening were complete strangers. We knew each other for years before we decided to get married. Plus, is Sterling ready to support Evening financially?" 

"Gummy... Has Sterling ever let anypony down? Plus, he's got donations from all the world because of his sacrifice for Evening and his gun wound. Steel's sales of the miracle story have moved people to donate money for him to start his career and life with Evening with a bang." As Front Page mentioned this to Bubble, she gave him a smile and kissed him at the nose.

"That's true isn't it Front? Oh what would I do without you?" spoke Bubble Gum dreamily as the two embraced through the night.

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It was morning in Manehattan. All the news broadcasters in Equestria were out in full force for what was to become a magical day...

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The announcer had just spoken, "Live from Marington, DC. This is Al-Equestria!" A grey stallion was sitting at his news desk ready to report the news.

 

"Hello and welcome to the program. On today's special edition of Al-Equestria, a fairytale wedding between two survivors from the S.S. Seagallop in Manehatta will take place today. Sterling Crimson, a medical student from the University of Manehattan and one of the eight proclaimed saviours of Equestria from the tyrannical Raven, is set to marry Evening Glory in what is billed to be the largest wedding since Shining Armour and Princess Mi Amore Cadenza. Visitors from all over Equestria are expected to attend, with Princess Luna set to become the priest for the wedding. It is believed that the worldwide recognition of this wedding stems from Steel Accord's best-selling autobiography, "A Tropical Odyssey", spurring readers worldwide to donate bits for kick-starting the wedding in style. Full coverage of the wedding is set to begin at 1:00 pm with the wedding set to begin at 2:00 pm Eastern time." 

[Steel Accord 6,660]

Clover felt so grateful to Steel for understanding that she hugged him. "Thank you so much for listening," she said, feeling as tho a weight had gone from her mind. "Twilight said that Celestia would accord me the honour when she felt I was ready. It's just that I never even thought that my talent for inventing spells was anything special. But I suppose that Twilight's right; I have contributed a lot to magic, and I never even thought about it!"

"You've done great things. We all have to some extent. Now it's time to celebrate both our friend's newest challenge and greatest reward. Let us prepare for the wedding my lady."

 

Steel and Clover got together their respective outfits and traveled to the chapel.

 

Steel was wearing his doublet and cross sash, as well as Donkey Jote at both his sides. They arrived at the Chapel and joined their friends.

 

((OOC: Sorry about god-modding my lady! DJ just needed us to get there quickly.))

[Umbral Noir 1,556]

After a more peaceful night's sleep, DJ woke up. As he rubbed the back of his head and yawned, he realised it was "the day." He hurriedly put on his tuxedo, fixed his tie and trotted to Vinyl's room. When he knocked on the door, it opened, causing Dj's mouth to literally fall open. Vinyl was wearing a beautiful blue dress, decorated with silver music notes. She had her usually messy hairstyle straightened and tidied. "Uh... wow...." DJ whispered, before regaining his composure.

 

Vinyl giggled at his reaction. "So, you like it then? Well, you don't look so bad yourself."

 

As the two laughed, they made their way out of the hotel together towards the chapel.

[Pripyat Pony 2,608]

Ooc: It's alright. ^^

 

Clover was wearing a dress made of pale blue silk with a darker blue clover leaf motif. She had matching hoof shoes and also a darker blue fascinator in her mane. She was wearing her necklace with the white jewel set in it and was standing happily next to @@Steel Accord, waiting for the ceremony to start.

[Inactive01 5,299]

@lincolnshirepony

 

Sterling had just woken up in the morning. He was excited about finally showing off his piano skills to a mare for the first time! He could feel the tingle from his hooves as he squeed in excitement for this very moment. He walked towards his first class early just so he could see whether Blue Note came early. When he entered Room 125G, he could see Blue Note sitting alone without anypony beside her. It was his chance! He sat excitedly beside Blue Note and spoke cheerily, "Hello Blue Note! How are you?"

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@Budding Night

It was now morning. The day the wedding had finally come. He had a really good night sleep after spending the entire day with preparations for his wedding. He woke up with excitement and then jumped on Evening, speaking with excitement, "EVIE!!! It's wedding day!! Let's get ready to make this the most magical day ever!!"

Edited July 20, 2013 by Sterling Crimson

[Commander Bubbles 1,343]

"Well, sugarcube," Applejack said, "Ah sure hope you get over her soon, too."

Applejack did mean that part. Red Talon is the only stallion she knows that she truly loved. Sure, she had a crush on him when they were younger, but that crush turned into true love.

"Applejack," Red responded, "I'm going to have to get going in a bit, have Sterling's wedding."

"Alright sugarcube," she replied, "seeya later."

Red walked out his hotel room, out the revolving door, and down to the chapel, where he saw Sterling and the gang.

[lincolnshirepony 527]

Blue Note woke up with a headache. Stress was never kind to her. However, she had a job to do, so she got out of bed and made a morning pot of coffee. Caffeine hadn't failed her yet, and she needed to be alert. Le Tombeau de Hooferin was running through her head as she poured herself a cup. Today would be over soon enough, and she could return to her slightly less miserable life.

 

But today was not over, and she had to get ready. Her mane was the first thing to contend with; she decided to go with the latest style from Canterlot. It had a certain flair that she liked. Coupled with her dress, she thought it made her look quite elegant. The dress was entirely black and classic. Normally, she would not wear a necklace to a performance, but felt that today warranted an exception. She put on the black choker from Cloudsdale. If nothing else, perhaps she could hold out hope of one foolish dream. 

 

Mane styled and outfit complete, Blue Note packed up her bag with everything she needed. She was ready. She opened the door of her apartment and the performance began. 

 

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@Sterling Crimson

 

"Doing as well as I could be," Blue Note said. "Heh, I got distracted last night and started writing some jazz. Next thing I knew it was 1 AM. Totally worth it though." The tiredness was present, but she didn't feel too bad. There was too much to look forward to in the day to let sleepiness slow her down. Of course, there were plenty of unpleasant things that could occur before the day was over, as she knew all too well. But in this moment, it seemed of little consequence. 

[Umbral Noir 1,556]

When DJ and Vinyl arrived at the chapel, they found that some of the others were already there. "Hey Steel! Hey Clover!" DJ said. "It looks like it's going to be a beautiful day for the wedding!"

 

"Wow, Clover! You look lovely!" Vinyl said. "You're necklace really suits your dress!" While DJ had absolutely no idea about contrasting colours or what "suited" something else, he agreed that Clover did look very nice.

 

"So, any sign of the bride or groom?" DJ asked them.

[Inactive01 5,299]

@lincolnshirepony

 

Sterling gave her an interested "ooh" sound before the replied excitedly, "You write jazz? Me too! Well it's not really jazz... It's more like a musical. I haven't gotten many ideas for a full length musical yet, but I do have some musical numbers set up." Sterling then pondered how anypony could stay up for so long doing work. He then asked, "How can you stay up so late? I hate staying up late, so I just organize my time so that I never have to unless it's nearly impossible not to. Even then, that's really rare."

[Love*Potion 575]

@@Budding Night, @@Zhooves,

 

Kismet thanked her friend kindly and waved goodbye to the handsome young colt, now wearing an exquisite tuxedo and bowtie. As she left the boutique and trotted back to the hotel, thoughts flooded her mind.

 

How would the wedding turn out? Would she look good for the ceremony? What would the other ponies think of her? What would she even talk about to these strangers? Would Evening be happy? Who is this mysterious "Sterling Crimson" character?

 

She shuttered at her earlier... mishap.. and promised to be more careful with her words. Finally she reached the hotel and rode the elevator up to her room on the 11 floor. Crawling into her bed she tried to relax. The wedding will be fine. Nothing will go wrong, it's a perfect day for Evening and she will undoubtedly be very happy.

 

The last thought that floated through her mind before she drifted off to sleep was that she failed to get the couple a wedding gift...

[Zhooves 843]

@@Budding Night, 

Watching as her magic tied his bow tie, he seemed to be happy with it. "I guess I have to take me time t' learn that..." he said, as he looked in a small mirror not too far away from them.

"This one will do, yeah, I'll take it." he said while he loosened off a pouch of bits he had hanging with his saddlebag, went up to the counter and asked to pay - receiving a weird look from the one working the cash-register, as he climbed a stool that stood there in the shop, and dropped the asked amount of bits to pay for his tuxedo onto the counter.

After paying, he quickly took it off, and put it nicely in a small special bag for it. "Well then, I think we are done here... Thank ye for ye help... Now I only have to worry about being on time tomorrow... If there was nothing else, then leave I will. See you later." he said, as he left for a nice, calm spot to stay for the night.

 

The next day, he found his way to the chapel - somewhat careful with avoiding getting his new tuxedo messed up. He walked up to the others who had arrived and gave them a light, greeting nod, his bow tie once again simply hanging around his neck untied.

 

((Just rushing it a little bit~))

[Pripyat Pony 2,608]

@,

 

Clover smiled at DJ and Vinyl. "Thanks," she said. "You both look fantastic, too. I can't wait for the ceremony to begin! As to your specific question, no I haven't seen them yet. I suppose they're waiting it out to make an entrance and get everypony's attention. Which is good, cuz if you can't do that on your wedding day, when can you?"

[Umbral Noir 1,556]

@,

 

Clover smiled at DJ and Vinyl. "Thanks," she said. "You both look fantastic, too. I can't wait for the ceremony to begin! As to your specific question, no I haven't seen them yet. I suppose they're waiting it out to make an entrance and get everypony's attention. Which is good, cuz if you can't do that on your wedding day, when can you?"

 

DJ chuckled. "I suppose not!" he replied. "We always have made quite an entrance as a group anyway!" They had been through a lot, DJ recollected. Cannibals, a changeling queen, even a crazed unicorn as old as the Royal Sisters! It seemed that was all behind them now...

[Budding Night 1,043]

 

 

Budding Night It was now morning. The day the wedding had finally come. He had a really good night sleep after spending the entire day with preparations for his wedding. He woke up with excitement and then jumped on Evening, speaking with excitement, "EVIE!!! It's wedding day!! Let's get ready to make this the most magical day ever!!"

 

((Sowwy ))

 

Evening quickly woke up as Sterling spoke with excitement to her while jumping on her, she yawned and smiled

"Good Morning Sterling" she beamed, or at least as much as she could from just waking up, she gave Sterling a kiss, one that made the ponies melt into eachother, but it was only a quick kiss. She got herself out of bed and gave him another big smile. The day was finally here, she remembered when he proposed to her, like it was only yesterday..

 

 

Nonetheless, he rushed right back on the plank to motion to Evening that they were finally home. He rushed to Evening's cabin adjacent to his, opened the door slowly, and then walked quietly to Evening's side. He then whispered lovingly, "Evie... we're home... but... I don't want to ever leave you... There was something that nudged me throughout the journey, and the feeling's been growing more and more." Sterling began to feel a sense of fright and anxiety. Was it really the right time to ask her, especially with the great task he was faced? Plus, she was sleeping! But if he didn't ask, he would probably never get a second chance should his sacrifice be enormous. Thus, he asked lovingly and carefully, "Evie... I... I... was.... wondering... if... you... could marry me. I love you Evie, and  I don't want to leave you with this journey ended. I want to spend the rest of my life with you..." 

 

It was at that moment that Sterling pulled out a wedding ring for her horn. In actuality, Sterling was able to keep Evening occupied with the mirrors long enough so that he could buy it at a local diamond ring shop in Pelopponysia. It used up a significant chunk of his savings, but Sterling knew that his love for Evening was priceless. As Evening began to open her eyes softly, Sterling pulled out the wedding ring and spoke, "Evie... I... I want you to have this. While you were looking around at the clinics in Pelopponysia, I bought this. I figured it meshed beautifully with your horn."

 

Evening looked down at Sterling, the wedding ring was stunningly beautiful, she was so surprised that anything like this would happen to her. "Sterling.. I-I" she stuttered, she stopped and took a deep breath "Yes. Yes, of course I'll marry you!" she grinned and gave the stallion a huge hug. She couldn't have been any happier apart from this moment, the sun was beautifully warm through the window and brought light to the room. Evening was still hugging him when she started to tear up, she pulled away from him and gave the Crimson stallion a passionate kiss on the lips (Which they happen't done before), when she pulled away, she smiled and spoke softly to him "I love you, Sterling."

 

As Evening responded joyfully to Sterling's proposal with a happy "yes!", Sterling felt his jump skip multiple beats at once! When he first met Evening at the hammock, he never believed that the innocent, beautiful mare he saw would be the one. Now... it was real. It was such an enchanting moment as the sun began to rise gloriously and joyfully in the sky. He didn't care about the large task and sacrifice he may need to make. He knew deep down that love would triumph over all and that he could face anything that was thrown at him.

 

As Evening pulled him for the kiss, Sterling couldn't help but close his eyes in passion... it was a kiss he would never forget. The tinging feeling on his lips, the supportive feeling on his back, and the aura her body emanated to his nose. It was all unforgettable. His first and only proposal... his first and only marriage... his first kiss... He wasn't whisked to Cloud Nine. No... he was whisked to heaven. He could hear all the heavenly hosts from Canterlot and above singing for joy as Sterling finally found his true love... He knew... he would never let her go...

 

As Sterling pulled away from Evening from his first kiss, he listened as Evening expressed her love towards him. He smiled lovingly in response and then spoke, "Oh Evie... I love you with all my heart. I'll never let you go. I'll care for you like you're my own. We can move to Manehattan and I'll set up my clinic there. You can help me by planting a garden filled with many herbs and we can enjoy the rest of our lives together. My parents will be so delighted to see you!"  

 

At this point, Sterling really couldn't help it. He was feeling so much passion for Evening, one he never felt before. With that, he approached Evening, looking at her in the eyes before pecking her in the mouth. After the peck, Sterling and Evening looked out into the horizon of Baltimare for what seemed an eternity. Nonetheless, Sterling was getting tired of sitting in the cabin and he asked Evening, "Evie... we're in Baltimare now. Would you like to explore it with me as we go on our own little sight-seeing expedition?" He kissed Evening once again, unable to control his passion for her now. "Oh Evie, I'm sorry if I'm being a little excessive here. I'm just so happy you said yes! The marriage proposal is so scary for a stallion, and you made me feel so happy inside by saying yes!"

 

Evening smiled at Sterling, a burning passion was glowing inside of her, a feeling of love was over-taking her body. "Oh Sterling" she giggled "Don't worry about a thing,  why would I say no to someone as Charming as you?" she stopped momentarily to have a small giggle "Yes, I'd love to." She finished, standing up and walking forward abit before stopping to look back at her fiancé with a small grin.

 

Oh, Sterling.. It was such a lovely moment when he has proposed to her, it had absolutely killed her when he was.. *ahem*, No, I don't think Evening wants to think about that.

 

"I'm so happy, finally the day has come when I can marry the one I love" she said shyly, she gave him another kiss, this one on the cheek "But is the groom not able to see her bride in her dress until the Ceremony?" she gave a small giggle, not until 1pm could she see him in his tuxedo and he see her in the dress.

 

That reminded her of something, she had something to talk to him about, she smiled cheekily "Also.. Sterling. Did you say to North that he'd be a Flower Girl? Did you mean ring bearer or did you mean rather a Flower colt?" she asked, her mind wondering of what one he actually meant. He was really adorable (to her) when he got little things like that mucked up, he didn't seem to do it often but it was a cherished moment to Evening when he did.

 

Heh.

 

(See? I can do cute stuff too :3 Sorta, they'll never be as cute as yours though)

Edited July 21, 2013 by Budding Night

[Inactive01 5,299]

@Budding Night

 

Sterling was up now and sitting beside Evening. He was simply ecstatic that it was finally the day. The glorious day. He could feel Evening continually kiss him on the cheeks to which he replied with a cheery giggle. He then replied with a dreamy look and the cutest voice he could muster, 

 

"Yes Evie... this weally is the day! Where everypony will witness what true love really is!" Sterling then proceeded to hug Evening as tightly as he could to show his undying affection for Evie. Sterling then lightly caressed her body, making sure Evening could feel a tingle whenever he was around to love her.

 

After Evening asked about North however, he felt a huge blush up his face. He smiled cheekily and then replied, "Yeah about that... there were no such things as flower boys? Really now... hehehehe... Yeah... maybe North was supposed to be a ring bearer huh... hehehehe..."

[PinkieShyFlutterPie 408]

@, @@Pripyat Pony,  @@Steel Accord,

 

Neon woke up and sighed. She yawned then looked over to the clock "Shoot! Gotta get ready" She got up quickly then started to get ready. After taking a shower and brushing her mane she got her dress and put it on. She put her lucky bracelets on then looked in the mirror. She couldn't figure out what to do with her hair but decided to put just a clip in it. "Alright!" Neon said as she went to leave her hotel. She got to the chapel and saw DJ, Vinyl, Clover and Steel ((That's all who is there right? .-. )) Neon smiled and waved "Hey guys! No bride or groom here yet?" 

[Umbral Noir 1,556]

@, @@Pripyat Pony,  @@Steel Accord,

 

Neon woke up and sighed. She yawned then looked over to the clock "Shoot! Gotta get ready" She got up quickly then started to get ready. After taking a shower and brushing her mane she got her dress and put it on. She put her lucky bracelets on then looked in the mirror. She couldn't figure out what to do with her hair but decided to put just a clip in it. "Alright!" Neon said as she went to leave her hotel. She got to the chapel and saw DJ, Vinyl, Clover and Steel ((That's all who is there right? .-. )) Neon smiled and waved "Hey guys! No bride or groom here yet?" 

 

"Nope! Not yet!" DJ replied. "I guess they do need their grand entrance! Plus, we're not all here yet anyway." He was really looking forward to the wedding, as he didn't often get to go to them, let alone one for his best friend! "This looks like it's going to be an amazing day for everypony!" he thought.

Edited July 21, 2013 by DJ-BRONI3

[lincolnshirepony 527]

Blue Note hadn't felt this uncertain in awhile. Her stomach was churning as she walked down the streets leading to the chapel. She recognized many ponies from UoM, though there were far more ponies that she didn't know. This wedding was definitely a very important event. She was impressed at how much work had been put into it in spite of herself. It would also be easy enough to avoid Sterling if worst came to worst. Though he would inevitably see her, and she would see him...

 

This was going to be a difficult day. 

 

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@Sterling Crimson

 

"I write jazz, among other things. I've never tried to write anything like a musical though. I stick mostly to instrumental music, though I've tried a choral piece or two." Blue Note was becoming more and more interested in Sterling. "You'll have to let me hear one of those musical numbers sometime." 

 

Blue Note had always been a pony that liked to stay up late. "Well, I drink a lot of coffee for starters," she joked. "But it's mostly my thoughts keeping me up. Like last night, I was trying to do a music theory assignment, but then I got this idea for a jazzy piano piece and just had to write it down. Next thing I know, it's 1 AM. I just lose track of time." 

[Inactive01 5,299]

@lincolnshirepony

 

Sterling was happy that Blue was taking interest in his musical pieces. After all, it wasn't every day ponies like to listen to anything like that. He was also admiring how Blue could just stay focused for so long on her musical work. 

 

"Wow... that's amazing. I wish I could have ideas pop up as frequently as yours does. I do have ideas popping now and then, but they're mostly sporadic. When they do come up though, I feel very happy with the melodies I make. And sure. I can always show it to you at lunch today." Sterling spoke with a renewed confidence, uncaring of what the other ponies thought of him. 

[Commander Bubbles 1,343]

Red, as he arrived at the chapel, tried to maintain his composure as much as he could. Seeing Neon here didn't exactly help his case, much. For the most part, he did a decent job keeping a cool demeanor, but still, the cool, outward personality he used masked his turbulent, internal emotions.

"Ready for the day?" Red asked Sterling, "You're lucky to find a mare like her. Hell, you're lucky to find a mare, period."