My Equestrian Archives
Ch.18: A Gala: Dad/Daughter
Happiness. It is one of those things that can come from a variety of sources. For me at that moment, it was sitting on the soft grass right outside Canterlot Castle, with Cozy Glow right next to me. She was staring up at the sky, a smile on her face that looked to be...nostalgic I suppose.
She grinned. "So, David, Sunset...do you like her?"
I gave a light blush. "I do. She's so kind and intelligent."
"She reminds me of my mom. If she needs to be harsh, she will, but she's not afraid to help someone if they need it"
Cozy frowned, looking down at the grass. "My Mom was like that too. Dad too. It's been so long since they- "
She sighed. "Since they died. A simple trot, ended by Timberwolves?"
I immediately wrapped Cozy into a hug. Her eyes began to water as she sniffed. "I never wanted to hurt anyone. Before they died, my parents got me set to go at Starlight's school once I was four. And- were you ever bullied in school?"
I nodded, frowning. "I was. Mainly due to my weight and Autism."
Cozy took a deep breath. "I was too. I was considered a big brain and nerd. I felt that not only did Starlight ignore it, but she always ignored me. It was always Young 6 this, Young 6 that. I got desperate and felt as if Magic gave ponies too much power. But I was wrong."
"So, you turned to Chrysless and Tirek?"
She nodded sadly. "I did. David- I can't tell you how scared I was when I got encased in stone. I wanted so badly to scream, to run."
If I was not hugging Cozy tightly then, I was now.
She sniffed, wiping her eyes. "I mean, Princess Celestia and Luna said sorry immediately after we came back. But it hurt! I know I did wrong, but to punish a kid like that..."
"It's even worse though. The staff is nothing but nice to me here in the Castle. Chrysless is like a way older sister to me, but I... I don't have a dad anymore."
Cozy looked down, only to look surprised as I tilted her head up. I had a warm smile on my face.
"Cozy, I know we have known each other only for a short time. But what if I told you I wanted to adopt you?"
When I said that, it was akin to Scootaloo's reaction to being able to fly. Cozy burst into happy tears, wrapping me in an embrace. I accepted it, crying myself.
I really did not care what anyone thought- Cozy needed a home. I would give her one.
A/N: A quick chapter yes, but a very important one. I am quite excited for you all to see chapter 19. Oh yes, Equis week is coming, and so is my final anxieties before my conversation with Sunset. Stay tuned!