So. My vacation is almost over, and I'm sad. I honestly can't believe that I've gotten this far with the story. Almost 3,000 hits and 76 reviews! That's awesome. Thanks to all of you who've requested and reviewed!

Hearth's Warming Eve

Twilight Sparkle sat silently in front of her fireplace watching the flames flicker and dance. Snow fell lightly outside, covering Ponyville in a soft sheet. The entire town was subdued, all of the colts and fillies already in bed and waiting for Santa Hooves.

A loud knock snapped Twilight from her thoughts. She opened the door to find Rainbow Dash standing outside. The pegasus' face was slightly flushed from the cold and was powdered with a fine layer of snow.

"Oh, hi Rainbow Dash!" said Twilight. "Come on in! You look cold."

"Thanks Twilight," replied Rainbow, sounding grateful.

"What brings you here?" asked the purple unicorn, sitting in her earlier spot along with Rainbow Dash.

The polychromatic pegasus stared into the fire for a few moments before replying. "Well it's Hearth's Warming Eve and I don't have anypony to spend it with. Applejack and Rarity have their families, Pinkie is with the Cakes, and Fluttershy is with her animals." She looked down, almost as if ashamed.

Twilight nuzzled her friend gently. "Don't worry, Rainbow. You're welcome to stay here with me and Spike. Actually it's more like just me since Spike's already asleep."

"Thanks Twi," said Rainbow Dash, smiling.

The two sat there for a while, staring into the fire. It crackled happily as the flames licked over the logs, holding them in their embrace. The pegasus scooted closer to Twilight and closed her eyes, trying to get comfortable.

"Hey Twi?" murmured Rainbow sleepily.

"Yes Rainbow?"

"Don't tell anypony about this. I don't want them to think I'm all lonely and stuff," she yawned. "Rainbow Dash… can take care of… herself… all on… her own…" and fell asleep, snuggling into Twilight's side.

Twilight just continued gazing into the fire, a small smile on her face. "I promise."

The fire continued to dance as Twilight slowly fell asleep, her face upon Rainbow's bright mane.

I kinda feel as though I'm getting repetitive. And drop a review sometime guys. I get a ton of reviews and then all of a sudden nothing. Tip: if you want to write a sad or d'aw story, I suggest listening to Strip My Mind by Red Hot Chili Peppers.

This was for Alan

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