Author's Note: Before we begin, this story was requested by retro mania. This is for you, man! :)


It is that time again, the day where everypony comes together...Hearth's Warming Eve! Hearth's Warming is basically Equestria's version of Christmas.

It has all the same traditions and qualities as Christmas, just for ponies. But, this Hearth's Warming will be different, mainly for the Mane 8.

Twilight was preparing, as usual, for Hearth's Warming with her friends.

Unlike last year where they did a Hearth's Warming Helper, where each friend got another friend one gift, this year, they are going to have a big Hearth's Warming Party at Twilight's Castle.

Applejack was making a bunch of hot apple pies for everypony. Rarity was designing all the party decorations. Pinkie was making the party plans.

Fluttershy was figuring out what to do, with the help of Discord, of course. Twilight, Spike, and Starlight were prepping the castle for the big party.

And Rainbow was figuring out cool party ideas. But, everypony had to deal with it in their own way, adding anxiety and stress among the 8.

But, as it came out to be, each one became so stressed with it that they needed a break.

So, Twilight and them decided to meet up at a hot chocolate shop that served the best hot chocolate in town to help with the stress.

And this, is where are Hearth's Warming story begins.


Twilight was on her way to the hot chocolate shop. Spike was following her, as was Starlight, too. She then saw the shop right ahead.

"We're almost there, guys" Twilight said. "Thank goodness. I'm hungry and ready for some hot chocolate" Spike said.

"Yep, hot chocolate does sound good" Starlight said. Then, all of a sudden, a sled raced by them. The speed of it sent snow flying. The snow landed on Spike.

Twilight giggled and Starlight tried not to laugh. Spike opened his eyes in shock and shook the snow off. He snorted out smoke in frustration.

"The sooner we get inside the better" Spike said frustratingly. He increased his pace with his arms crossed. They soon arrived at the shop and entered.

They took their seats and waited for their friends. Soon, Rarity was the first to arrive. She took her seat next to the 3. "So, how you doing, Rarity?" Twilight asked.

"Stressed, darling, stressed. Hot chocolate will do good in lowering it" Rarity replied. Then, Pinkie Pie and Fluttershy showed up, followed by Rainbow and Applejack.

They all took their seats next to the others. "Thanks for taking us on this break, Twilight" Fluttershy said. "Ah, no problem, Fluttershy" Twilight replied.

"Oh, I can't wait to have some hot chocolate" Pinkie said, her mouth beginning to water. "Me either, but cider is way better than hot chocolate" Rainbow said.

"You said it, Rainbow" Applejack replied. "It's just good to take a break from tending to that big party" Starlight said. "I agree" Spike said. Then, the waitress came.

"Hello there. What may I get for you today?" she asked. "We'd like 8 glasses of your premium hot chocolate" Twilight replied.

"Coming right up" the waitress said and she left them. Five minutes later, she came back with a tray with 8 glasses of hot chocolate on it. She placed it on the table.

"Enjoy" she said. "Thank you" Twilight replied. "Alright everypony, dig in" Twilight said and each took a glass.

Pinkie, being the sweet hound she is, took out some marshmallows and some whipped cream, putting both in her hot chocolate.

"Where'd you get the whipped cream and marshmallows, Pinkie?" Rainbow asked. "Since we were having hot chocolate, I brought them" Pinkie said, smiling.

"May I have some?" Rainbow asked. "Of course you can, silly! I brought enough of them" Pinkie said happily.

She put some marshmallows in Rainbow's drink followed by some whipped cream to top it off. "Thanks, Pinkie" Rainbow said. "No problem" Pinkie replied.

They then all took a sip. When they were done, they were in love with it. "Man, that's good" Applejack said. "This is the best hot chocolate I've ever tasted!" Pinkie said.

"I agree" Rainbow replied. But then, Spike didn't feel good. "Spike, are you alright?" Twilight asked. "Yeah, I think mines too sweet" Spike said, rubbing his tummy.

Then, Spike started glowing. "Spike! What's happening to you!?" Rarity said in shock. "I don't know!" Spike said, starting to freak out.

Then, glowing sparkles started spinning around him. Then, all of a sudden, he disappeared out of existence. "SPIKE!" they all said, completely shocked.

Then, the same thing happened to them. They all were confused, frightened, and fascinated at what the chocolate was doing to them.

Then, they all also disappeared out of existence. All that was left of their existence were a few sparkles left in the booth that soon also disappeared.


Author's Note: I know its way after Christmas, but I hope you enjoy this story! :)