Chapter 2
Friends to lean on
The next day Boltbreaker woke up to sound of a rooster crowing as he slowly got out of bed he recalled the events of the previous day he could hardly believe that after all that had happen he had found a friend. His thoughts were broken as his sister greeted him at the bottom of the stairs " good morning big brother" Snowflake said as she hugged him. " Good morning Snowflake did you have fun playing with Applebloom last night" he asked as she gave him a happy nod before running out the door to play some more. As he watched Snowflake and Applebloom run and play from the porch he couldn't help but smile " well someone sure seems chipper this morning " Applejack said with a soft chuckle as she pull a full apple wagon by the porch. He had to admit it he hadn't felt this happy since their parents passed on, he was finally starting to feel like he no longer needed to take their place.
Applejack looked back at him with a smile " after i get these here apples in the barn we can head on into ponyville to try to find you a new home" she said as she haled the apples into the barn. " Now lets head to town I have some friends i want you to meet they might be able to help" Boltbreaker nodded as he followed her towards the road Snowflake looked up noticing them leaving. "Wait for me big brother" she cried running to catch up with them Boltbreaker stop and patted her on the head " its ok little sis we will be back later why don't you stay and play with Applebloom". Applejack amazed by how strong their bond was chimed in " ya if memory serves I believe that Applebloom's friends were coming over" and just like that almost on cue Scootaloo and Sweetybell flew by nearly knocking Applejack and Boltbreaker over screaming " CUTIE MARK CRUSADERS BIRD CATCHERS YAY" as they joined Applebloom dancing around. As they started to calm down Sweetybell noticed Snowflake standing behind Boltbreaker " who's that Applebloom" she asked inquisitively as Applebloom walked over to her.
" That's my new friend Snowflake and her big brother Boltbreaker" she said happily calling her over, Scootaloo had a serious look on her face as she looked Snowflake over. " Hey you don't have a cutie mark either why don't you join us" Applebloom and Sweetiebell's eye brightened as the waited for her answer. Snowflake looked nervously back at her brother who just smiled giving her a nod " go ahead Snowflack have fun with your new friends" she squealed happily as the four of them ran off to find some nets. Applejack and Boltbreaker just laughed as they turned to head to town, it wasn't long before they could see the ponyville just ahead and a yellow Pegasus picking flowers. " Howdy Fluttershy" Applejack called out as they approached her making her jump " oh hi Applejack" Fluttershy said softly.
"This is my friend Boltbreaker her and his little sister are staying with me until they can find a place to live" Applejack said as she started to explain everything to Fluttershy. " Oh my that does sound awful" Fluttershy said sympathetically " but I did see a new cottage over by the lake for sale" she said leading them to it. They stood in aw as they reached the cottage it was a quaint blue two bedroom with a large yard right next to the lake. Boltbreaker couldn't believe how wonderful it was that he had finally found a home " oh my" Fluttershy exclaimed looking at the sale sign. Applejack nearly fell over backwards when she read the price " 20,000 bits" Applejack gasped as Boltbreaker's heart sank.
Applejack shook her head " how in tar-nation are we going to earn that much money" they all flopped on the ground sighing heavily. " Um Applejack do you think that maybe Twilight might be able to think of a way to help Boltbreaker you know if she's not too busy in all " Fluttershy said suddenly causing Applejack to jump up smiling. "Fluttershy your a genius Twilight will definitely know how to help Boltbreaker lets get going she's probably still at the library" Applejack said galloping back to town barely giving them time to catch up. " Spike can you bring me Ascella's guide to arcane mysteries" the purple unicorn called from behind a pile of scrolls as the little dragon ran over to her. " Here it is Twilight" Spike said handing her the book, using her magic she took the book from him and turned to thank him as a loud knock came from the door.
"Twilight you home" Applejack called knocking again just as the door swung open causing her to fall face first inside. " I'm sorry Applejack are you alright" Twilight said helping her friend up, " I'm fine sugar cube" Applejack said rubbing her nose. " We need your help Twi" Applejack said as Fluttershy and Boltbreaker caught up, " sure what is it you need" Twilight said happily noticing their arrival. Applejack cleared her throat " you see Twilight, Boltbreaker here needs a new home and we found one that would do just fine but he doesn't have enough to buy it so we were wondering if you could figure out a way to help us earn it for him" stopping to catch her breath she watched as Twilight began to think. " Oh i know lets go get the others and have a fund raiser for Boltbreaker while he gets to know every pony by doing odd jobs around town" Twilight said feeling proud of her self as they set out to start earning money.
With every pony gathered they began to set up their fundraiser with Applejack and Pinkie Pie having a bake sale, Fluttershy and Rarity set up a pet grooming booth, Rainbow Dash set up an obstacle course and Twilight set up an admission booth. " Were did you find him Applejack" Rarity asked walking over to her Applejack just stared at her blankly "who". " Why Boltbreaker over there he's such a hansom stallion" she pointed as Boltbreaker helped some ponies fix their roof. " Him oh well actually Rarity he found me" Applejack said recounting yesterdays events to her. " Wow he sound so brave and noble to think he saved you without expecting any reward Oh what a gentle pony" giggled before noticing Applejack blushing.
" Oh don't worry darling I too much of a lady to try to steal him from you" Rarity tease making Applejack glare at her "and what the hay is that suppose to mean". Rarity giggled " oh come on Applejack its written all over your face" Rarity said nudging her making Applejack blush even more. " That obvious huh I guess I should of known I couldn't hide it from you Rarity" Applejack said quietly rubbing her hoofs as Rarity giggled walking back over to Fluttershy. They spent the rest of the day drawing in what customers they could and before long it started to get dark. " Well it looks like that's all we can do for today" Twilight said picking up the collection box and walked over to were the others were.
How did every pony do" Twilight ask sitting down with them, " Rarity and I made 53 bits" Fluttershy said softly. " Pinkie and me made 55" Applejack boasted making Rarity glare at her, " man your all pathetic" Rainbow laughed, " oh ya smarty hooves how much did you make" Applejack sneered. " 90 bits count it and weep" Rainbow declared dropping her pouch in the box as Twilight just shook her head. "That's still only a 198 bits we haven't even scratched the surface of the price of that house" Twilight sighed as she stood up " lets hope Boltbreaker did better than us" Rarity said seeing him walking towards them.
" How'd ya do, how'd ya do, how'd ya do" Pinkie asked bouncing all around Boltbreaker startling him " well" he started to say before Applejack grabbed Pinkie by the tail pulling her away.
Hold on there now Pinkie Pie give him some space" Applejack said as Boltbreaker gave her a sigh of relief "now you were saying". "Well I helped every pony in town who needed help and I made 20 bits" Boltbreaker said hanging his head as they all sighed, " well there isn't anything else we can do today so lets all go home maybe we can think of something tomorrow" Twilight said as the all started to leave. Twilight took only a few steps before she noticed that Boltbreaker was still siting there " Oh my I forgot Boltbreaker I'm so sorry" Twilight pleaded realizing what she said. " Its ok" he said smiling weakly " what are you doing just siting there moping we need to get back home before Snowflake and Applebloom get worried" Applejack said placing a hoof on his shoulder. Boltbreaker smiled as he and Applejack started back to sweet apple acres Twilight giggled as she teleported back to the library.
