*Sigh* Here it is, guys. The ending of AppleDash Pie. Looking back, this might be my favorite fic I've written so far. Is it because it's the first one I've pushed all the way through? Partly, yes.
It also caused me to delve deep into an area I wasn't comfortable in at first, which is good for me. I like a challenge. Keeps things fresh. Not only that, but along the way, I've been introduced to a world I'm happy to call one I enjoy. I've also met a fair few great people. So, I guess friendship really IS magic.
It's a fact that all good things must come to an end, unfortunately. But, as I said before, this is not my last adventure into the wonderful world of Equestria. With a crossover coming up, not to mention my, um... "love love" series of one-shots (which I recommend to anyone looking for a good lemon), my time here is far from over. I hope to keep a bunch of readers, guys. Seriously. YOU all rock. ^_^
So, without further ado, I give you all the final chapter of AppleDash Pie.
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Epilogue: 3 Years Later
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It's now three years after I proposed to Applejack, the mare I had gone from having a silly crush on to falling for harder than anypony else I'd ever tried dating. Over the two and a half years we've been married, a lot has happened. For one thing, I actually got into the Wonderbolts! Can you believe that?! Me, a Wonderbolt! I was ecstatic! Applejack was happy for me, too. She knew it was my dream, and she had supported me all the way.
Speaking of AJ, she became head of Sweet Apple Acres after Granny Smith had passed on from old age and Big Mac had stepped down. Everypony was sad to see Granny Smith go, especially AJ. But, like a good wife, I was there for her the whole time. After she had finally gotten over it, Big Mac had put her in charge. She was thrilled, and so was I. She even got ahold of Apple Oak and they became business partners. He and I even became friends after a while. Sweet Apple Acres was now thriving thanks to those two.
Twilight eventually admitted that she had 'been with' Spike, and they're dating publically now. I fucking KNEW they were an item, too! Of course, I told them that right away. Their faces were priceless. I still congratulated them, though. I'm not a TOTAL bitch.
Speaking of total bitches, I had found out a few months after our wedding that that Diamond Tiara filly was teasing Scootaloo, one-third of the Cutie Mark Crusaders and my personal little worshiper, about not having family. I was appalled, and not having family myself- besides the Apple family, of course- really made me feel for the little speed-demon. Needless to say, AJ and I stepped in. Scootaloo is now our happily adopted daughter, which is certainly never boring. She and the other two even got their Cutie Marks! They were all so happy when it happened. Can you guess what the marks were?
Here, I'll tell you. Applebloom finally realized that she had a knack for construction. And so, her flanks were graced with a yellow hardhat with a hammer and screwdriver crossed behind it. The other two were jealous for a while, until Sweetie Belle discovered her talent for music. A musical staff flowing from the top of one of those old-timey pianos you'd probably see in an antiques shop was now her special mark. Scootaloo was saddened by being the very last filly to recieve one. I had to cheer her up somehow, so, knowing her love of speed and athletics, I raced her on an obstacle course I had AJ set up for us. What surprised me, though, is that she WON. Scootalo had defeated me, the all-powerful... Okay, I'm hamming it up. My point is that after she beat me, she realized that her talent was none other than athleticism and pulling off tricks-which was how she had won- on her trademark scooter. soon after, her face lit up when she saw the flash of light indicating that she had finally done it. Her Cutie Mark? A scooter with a looping trail of flames behind it. AJ and I were so happy for our little Scootaloo, as were the rest of my friends.
Which brings me to Rarity and Fluttershy. They're currently engaged two months as of last Monday. We were all happy that they had found each other, especially since Fluttershy was now becoming a bit more of an extrovert. Not quite me, but more social than she was. Her confidence had also grown, which we found out when Rarity told us that Fluttershy was the one who actually proposed to HER. Pinkie's planning the bachelorette parties now.
Speaking of Pinkie, she, at the request of Princess Cadence herself, has become the official wedding planner for Canterlot and Ponyville, much to everypony's delight.
Which brings us back to me and AJ. RIght now, she's playing with Scootaloo. I'm needed by my family, so I suppose this is where my story ends. Thank you all, though, for taking the time to hear all that has happened to me and my friends. And remember this: love, family, and friendship are the three most powerful forces on this or any other planet. So never give up, now matter how bleak it seems. It will always get better, I promise you that.
So, on that note, goodbye, everypony. It's been fun sharing with you all. Rainbow Dash, Wonderbolt and wife of the lovely Applejack, signing off!
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Well, not much to say here, other than I hope you enjoyed this fic. I REALLY do, and I'm glad you made it to the end with me. Review, please, and let me know what you thought of AppleDash Pie!
And don't worry... You haven't seen the last of me. ^_^
Peace out, yo!
~DarkLordK~