A.N. I forgot to mention this in the last story, but I have come up with so many MLP parodies of other movies that I've decided not to post them on this site. I also have countless other story ideas, so if I included the MLP parodies then the amount of stories on my account would just get way too long. So instead I've gotten an account on the Friendship is Magic fanfiction site so that I can post my parody ideas there. My name on that site is My90sPony.

Also I've looked ahead at Season 7 on the Wiki, and I'm just going to declare this right now: in my stories, Season 7 never happened.

It wasn't long after the Gala, only a couple weeks in fact. Luna still hadn't been that busy, so Celestia gave her permission to take the day off to visit her friends in Ponyville. Pipsqueak especially, since Luna usually only got to see him on Nightmare Night.

Luna was looking forward to it too, despite having only seen each other a few times they had already developed a special bond. Like Pipsqueak Luna was fond of adventure - one of the reasons why she loved her job of monitoring dreams actually, a lot of them were adventures in themselves - and she also admired his devotion to making things better for others. She was very proud and happy when she heard that he ran for Student Pony President at his school and then won.

Especially since fixing the school playground wasn't the only good thing he did for the school, he improved things in other ways as well. Even talking to the school board into hiring a psychologist for the students as a way to deal with bullies. After learning the truth about Diamond Tiara Pipsqueak realized that other bullies might be that way because of problems at home, and figured that having somepony to talk to may help those bullies learn how to deal with those problems. The school board did agree with the decision, but decided not to rush into it since Diamond Tiara - and Silver Spoon to a lesser extent - had been the only bullies at that particular school. Plus they needed to work out a budget before they could hire anypony anyway. Fortunately when Starlight Glimmer's parents Alcor and Sweetheart Garrison moved into Ponyville Alcor ended up being just what they needed.

Anyway, because of Pipsqueak's actions at the school Luna had a really good feeling about his future. Maybe he'd even become a palace guard, which she hoped since that would mean she'd get to see more of him.

But when Luna reached Ponyville she didn't. See him that is. Plenty of foals were running around playing, but Pipsqueak was nowhere in sight. That's when Luna, much to her embarrassment, realized that she didn't even know where Pipsqueak lived. They had seen so little of each other that the chance to ask about his home life never really came up. Mostly Pipsqueak would just want to play or talk about his friends or how things were going in school.

So Luna decided to see Twilight. She was sure that Twilight would know where he lived.

"Well hello Luna, what brings you here?" Twilight smiled when she opened the door, not worried about this unexpected visit since Luna was smiling.

"I came here to see Pipsqueak, when I realized that I have no idea where he lives." Luna admitted. "Do you?"

"Oh of course, he lives at the orphanage Scootaloo was in until Rainbow Dash adopted her." Twilight smiled.

Luna's smiling expression changed to one of shock and sadness.

"Oh...didn't you know?" Twilight realized.

"No...he never told me." Luna said.

"Ah...actually...I should've realized that." Twilight winced. "He lost his parents when he was little, and the orphanage in Trottingham was full so he had to move here. Obviously it's become a sore subject for him."

"The poor lad..." Luna said softly.

"Yes...oh you should probably wait a bit before seeing him. It's Adoption Day today so you being there might give some of the orphans the wrong idea." Twilight advised. "Not that there's anything wrong with you adopting one of them, but of course you shouldn't unless you want to."

"I think there's one I'd like to adopt...but I should wait and see how things go for him today first." Luna said. "Thank you Twilight."

"No problem...and it may be best to talk to Celestia before adopting Pipsqueak. She has a right to know first when considering getting a new member of the family, and since she adopted Spike she may have some pointers for you."

"I will. I must go now." Luna said before leaving.

"Okay, and tell Pipsqueak I said hi." Twilight smiled.

Luna headed for the orphanage, making herself invisible before looking through a window. There were couples and single parents there looking to adopt...but by the end of the session, none had shown an interest in adopting Pipsqueak. Two other foals hadn't been adopted either, but they weren't as sad as Pip hinting that they hadn't been there as long as him.

Pip sadly headed for his room, saddening Luna even more. It also helped her make up her mind, so she flew back to the palace.

"Sister, may I speak with you for a moment?" Luna asked after entering Celestia's office.

"Why sure...is there something wrong?" Celestia became a little worried, since Luna rarely gave up a chance to play with others.

"Sort of...did you know about Pipsqueak being an orphan?" Luna asked.

"Hm...maybe. I do hear about orphans and orphanages sometimes, but I normally don't handle those affairs." Celestia shook her head. "At least not until I heard about the orphanage in Manehattan closing, the one Richie knew about. After that I decided to arrange for any news of orphanages in trouble to be sent to me, so that I can help them. The orphanage in Ponyville never had trouble though. And I am sorry to hear that Pipsqueak is an orphan, no foal deserves that fate and he especially doesn't. Did he finally tell you?"

"No, Twilight did. She said the subject was too sore for him to talk about." Luna explained. "I'm actually here because...I was considering adopting him."

Celestia smiled at her, a good sign.

"You've really become fond of him haven't you? I must admit, the info I've heard about him has kinda reminded me of you. Kind, adventure-loving, and always wanting to help others." She said.

"Yes, but Twilight advised that I talk to you about it first." Luna said before chuckling. "If she hadn't I probably would've automatically gone in there and adopted him on the spot."

"I wouldn't have been surprised if you had." Celestia chuckled back. "I think it's a good idea for the most part, but of course you should talk to him about it first before deciding. After all a princess adopting a foal is very different from other ponies adopting a foal. If you do adopt Pipsqueak he'll have more than a new home and new family to get used to, there's also the royal life and the fact that he'll have to understand that he may not get to see you as often as he'd like. Plus you would have to think about his education, even if he decides not to become an official prince he will still have to learn certain things. Manners, how to behave in court - even if he doesn't want to be a prince he may have to participate in court sometimes - and how to deal with going to boring events even if he doesn't want to." She winced at the last one.

Luna laughed understandingly.

"I will. Thank you sister."

"Of course...and for the record, I'd love to have another member of the family. Especially another prince who isn't egotistical and vain."

They both laughed at this, and Luna left to head back to Ponyville.

Once there she went straight to the orphanage and walked inside.

"Why- Princess Luna!" The caretaker was surprised before realizing: "Oh, of course you must be here to see Pipsqueak."

"I am, and just Luna please. Where is his room?" Luna asked.

"He shares a room with another colt, so if you'd like to see him privately it'd be best if I bring him to you instead." The caretaker said.

"Thank you, I would prefer that."

"Very well. It'll just be a moment."

After a little more than a moment the caretaker returned, with Pip following her with his head down.

"Somepony told you huh?" He said.

"Twilight did, before realizing that you didn't tell me." Luna said. "Why? There was no reason to keep this a secret from me. Celestia and I lost our own parents to old age thousands of years ago, so of course I wouldn't think poorly of you for being an orphan. There is really nothing wrong with being an orphan at all, I mean it is sad when one's family dies but being an orphan is never a punishment. It's just life."

"Oh that has nothing to do with it..." Pip started to tear up.

"Was it because it's hard for you to talk about your parents? That's what Twilight guessed."

"Sorta. Actually..." Pip looked away. "I never told you because I was afraid."

"Afraid? Afraid of what?"

Pip stayed silent.

"Pip..." Luna said softly and with concern. "Please, I want to help you. With all the good you've done in school and with your friends you deserve a good future."

A.N. Just to explain: Pip saying that he wanted to learn how to become popular through knowing Twilight like the Crusaders did during the episode Twilight Time? It felt blunt to me so I believe that he actually said it on purpose to stop Diamond Tiara and the other foals from trying to take further advantage of the Crusaders' new popularity, especially since Crusaders of the Lost Mark hinted that he's friends with the Crusaders.

Pip started shedding tears.

"I...for a long time I...dreamed of you adopting me but...believed it was impossible." He admitted.

Luna teared up, touched.

"It isn't. I have already started considering adopting you." She said.

Pip turned to her, shocked.

"Y-you have?" He choked.

"Yes. However being adopted by a princess will mean big changes, even bigger than most orphans usually go through. I'd like to talk with you about them first before we make anything official."

"Oh...oh, of course." Pip facehoofed. "I forgot about the whole 'moving into a palace' and such."

Luna smiled even more, glad that Pipsqueak cared more about her than about becoming royalty.

"Yes. How do you feel about that?" She asked.

"Er...well I guess I can handle any living space so long as you're my mum." Pip decided. "But what about the other royal stuff? I don't want to stop going to school with my friends."

"You won't, at least not for now. I've already decided to let you continue your education the way it is and only consider transferring you to a school or training program in Canterlot after you get your Cutie Mark."

Ah, good...I guess that's okay then. I mean if I get my Cutie Mark in something important like being a guard I'd have to learn more about being one anyway right?"

"Exactly. However it still will be good for you to learn certain behaviors, from basic manners to dealing with going to certain events."

"You mean like the Gala? Truthfully I'd love to hang out with my friends either way, even if the Gala is boring for me."

"I understand that. Another thing: I'm often busy, especially at night, so you may not get as much time with me as you'd like."

"I guess I should've expected that...I'll still see you more often than I do now though right?"

"Yes, you will."

"Good, then I'm okay with it. I can just find other ways to occupy my time during the day, like maybe study those manners you mentioned, and I'll be asleep at night anyway."

"Very good. Oh yes, and I should warn you about Blueblood. He's my and Celestia's nephew, and is very vain, egotistical, and snobby. He most likely won't react kindly to you joining the family."

"Oh dear...well...I guess I can just avoid him most of the time if necessary." Pip winced.

"You can, especially if you study or I arrange for you to hang out with your friends in Ponyville. Blueblood rarely goes to the library since he has his own private collection of books."

"Thank goodness...okay. I think I can handle becoming royalty...it'll be worth it to have you for a mum anyway."

Luna smiled.

"Very well then, I'll fill out the paperwork right now."

She did while Pip went to get his things. Luna then took Pip to the palace - which was easy since Luna fortunately arrived in her carriage - and took him to an empty guest room next to hers. This particular one was one of the ones created for foals, not just Flurry Heart but also the children of other visiting royalty. Plus in case Twilight and her friends had to stay in Canterlot for a certain amount of time and the Cutie Mark Crusaders were with them as well.

"It may take a bit of time to redo this room to your tastes, but I believe it'll do for now." Luna said.

"As long as the bed is comfortable I think so too. Although I am used to sharing a room with other colts..." Pip sighed.

"Don't worry, you'll get used to having a room of your own. And if you get scared during the night I can easily visit you in your dreams and keep you company." Luna reassured him.

"I hope so. And thank you...mum." Pip smiled.

"You're very welcome son. Now would you like to get settled first, or would you rather meet your new aunt?"

"I guess I'd like to meet Princess Celestia. Oh, wait, I guess I should call her Aunt Celestia now huh?"

"I think she would prefer that, yes." Luna nodded.

"Okay. Then yes I'd like to meet Aunt Celestia first."

"Very well, I believe she's finished with her work so I'll take you to the throne room." Luna headed into the hallway.