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The raven and the thief

The next morning began as Twilight was lying peacefully within the comfort of her bed. She begun to stir by the sounds of high-pitched chirping from birds outside her window. It was frustrating as she wasn't much of a morning pony, almost feeling like her little assistant, Spike. Speaking of the baby dragon, it seemed that he woke up and started making breakfast. She thought this as the aroma from downstairs filled her nose. That was more than enough reason to head downstairs.

She crawled out of bed to go, but then she looked over where Spike normally slept and sees him there still sleeping. She proceeded to wake him up, scowling at him in doing so. Spike woke up in fright and confusion as of why Twilight was acting in such a way so early. She said that she thought he was already downstairs. Spike took a big whiff and was already drooling from the smell and ran down and Twilight shortly followed.

She met Spike outside of the door of the kitchen to see Rainfall fixing brunch. He turned around hearing Twilight clear her throat. He noticed that they appeared to have just woken up just by looking, judging by Twilights slightly messy hair and Spike still rubbing his eyes.

"Morning you two, you have a nice sleep?" Rainfall asked holding a frying pan with his magic.

"I was, until I got an earful from Twilight." Spike spoke first.

"It smells good, I didn't know you could cook." Twilight injected.

"Living on your own, you learn a thing or two. Spike can you get Beau, breakfast is ready." Agreeing Spike went to go get her. Twilight took her seat to the table, as Rainfall laid out the plates of food. It seems he made omelets and she spent no time digging in. Rainfall finally sat down in front of his share, seeing that his friend enjoys his cooking.

"So what's on the agenda today?" He asked. Twilight quickly swallowed the food, eager to answer. "Mayor Mare is having a town meeting about this years Rodeo competition in Canterlot, and Applejack is competing. She said she'll use her winnings to help rebuild the town hall. Me and the others are going to see her off. Would you like to join us?" She offered.

"That building does look like it needs a makeover. Sure, Beau can watch over the library while we're away." I agreed. "Speaking of which, there's a matter I'd like to discussed with you. There's a reason why I'm up early making breakfast." He added while Spike and Beau came in and begun to stuff their faces.

"What is that, Rain?" She asked questionably while taking another bit into her omelet.

"After yesterday I felt that I should help out more around here. I noticed that there are days when your away you get visitors such as Silver, who would like to check out a book and your not around to assist. Twilight, I would like to help you."

"It be great to having a helping hoof, but are you sure?"

"I'm here 80 % of the time anyway and I am technically living here. I don't mind helping you." Rainfall reassured her.

"Oh he's so in for it now, especially when comes to managing these books." Spike whispered sinisterly to Beau. "Spike will assist you when it comes to that." She said hearing his little comment. He mugged at this while everypony just smiled. They finished eating their breakfast and was about to leave as proceeding to the door. Spike Tagged along, while Beau agreed to stay behind.

After a few minutes of walking, Twilight, Spike, and Rainfall were approaching the crowd of what looks like half of Ponyville's populace. Also, it seemed that they arrived late. There they see Lightning and his two police members standing nearby Mayor Mare as she in front of the podium and microphone. The garnet stallion saw his friend and Twilight and gave them a quick customary wave and smile. Rainfall waved awkwardly while she and him smiled back. They joined up with Rarity and Pinky.

The Mayor continued making her announcement and then Applejack began to talk about her leaving to the Rodeo competition in Canterlot. Applejack seemed raring to get on, as she gave her farewell hugs and waved at everypony as she got on the train. It was hard to see the farm pony go and be gone for a week, but they knew she'll come back. It was her home after all.

The next day Rainfall got to work, helping Twilight and Spike around the library. Princess Luna started giving him assignments again as well. To his and her delight, he excelled at everything she gave him. There was so much he was learning all in the course of three short days. He even taken in interest in defensive and offensive magic castings. So far, he could only make a small aura-like shield, with a "little" help from Twilight. Her advice helped a lot through it all.

As a break Twilight suggested that he take a stroll around Ponyville. Rainfall thought it would be nice to go visit Fluttershy. He found it odd that she lived near the Everfree forest. Although she did love nature more than interacting with other ponies. Though she did enjoy her time with her friends, somepony he could relate to. Rainfall walked along the path in the direction of the isolated house. He was not too far ahead was Fluttershy's house, until he saw another Pegasus wandering into the Everfree forest.

Rainfall was never one to wander into the affairs of others, but the forest that this mare was walking into is dangerous. He wasn't the bravest of ponies, but he would have to do and followed. Inside the air was thick and everything looked darker even in the daylight. It seemed he already lost sight of the mare who wandered in. With a kick of dirt, he groaned in frustration of losing her.

The situation was worst because he is so far into the forest. At this point he had to make a choice; continue his search or aimlessly hope to find the exit back. He thought logically, if he finds the mare she could show him the way out. It would make sense that she would know the way out if one would casually wander in. So he pressed on. Along the way the sounds of wildlife continued to shriek louder.

Then a sound was heard. He swore he heard a light growl from afar stood still. Rainfall looked frantically, as the wild sounds of creatures and animals began to make him anxious. The sounds drew closer as he stood skittishly. Petrified he began backing up in fright, ready to use his magic. With it he summoned his rura shield in defense.

"Why are you following me?" Rainfall spun around only to be met with arctic blue orbs. He jumped back in a panicked stance as he stood short winded. It was the mare he was following. She had green fur and her eyes matched her mane and tail. She stood there with a questionable expression, still waiting for an answer.

"Why are you following me?" She asked once more. He finally relaxed knowing it was her. "I'm sorry, I heard rumors about the Everfree forest. That it was dangers." He answered. "It's dangerous for those who don't know the way." She retorted. "You're the one that's lost, aren't you?" Rainfall was at a loss of words. She took his silence as a yes. "Follow me, I'll show you the way out." She said with a sigh.

As she guided the way back the two walked in complete silence. What seems like two introverts walking through a forest, the atmosphere of the exiting expedition felt unbearably awkward. Keeping the mare in his sights Rainfall kept his head low, occasionally glancing at the green mare. He began to wonder who is she and why is she in Everfree.

"So, why are you in the Everfree Forest?" He inquired. She remained silent and kept a stoic expression when she momentarily looked at him.

"What's you're name?" She seemed intent to remain silent. Accepting that he wasn't going to get much out of her Rainfall finally gave up, focusing on the now familiar enviroment. Unaware that their 'getting-to-know-you' chat was drawing to a close.

"Raven." He turned to look at her and found that she disappeared without a trace. Rainfall stood dumbfounded of her disappearance and only leaving him a name. He hear a call of his name from familiar voices closing in. Lightning and Rainbow Dash.

"What are you doing in the Everfree Forest, Rainfall? Don't you know it's dangerous to go in by yourself." Rainbow Dash nagged, hounding him up close.

"I do now, I was following somepony and then she abruptly disappeared." He retorted. "Sorry to make you worry, guys." He said looking down at his own hooves.

"Don't sweat it, I guess your pretty brave to wander in." Rainbow returned, elbowing his side. "Who were following anyway?" Rainfall explained the ordeal and mentioning mares name.

"Raven huh, sounds like she does this often. I'll have to look into that later." Lightning made note. " For now, lets get you back to the library. I bet you got an interesting story to tell Twilight." Lightning and Rainbow Dash kindly escorted him the rest of the way. The three leisurely walked the rest of the way with Lightning and Rainbow in the midst of a lively conversation.

Rainfall stayed silent, constantly looking back to see if Raven was there. She seemed intent in doing whatever she was doing and It was certainly an interesting day. His garnet companion was right, he had quite a tale to tell when to gets back home.

Manehattan

Manehattan, the metropolitan industrial city, home of the statue of liberty and very irritable city folk. It was staggering on how ponies could get anywhere with some many around. In the neighborhood, Aurora was in town looking to acquire some supplies she needed for her travels. As well as in search of a certain stallion she hope to find. Her source gave her insight that a thief named Aiden, lives in town. The news that an Pegasus pony was a thief, threw her off when she receive the information.

After getting the materials and supplies she needed from the local stores, the thought of food got to her and inevitably made her hungry. So she made way to a nearby restaurant. Along the way a small unicorn filly with jet black fur and green mane bumped past. She quickly apologized as she was still moving on.

Aurora watched her go as a silvery Pegasus pony calmly walked pass. He gave a flirty side smile and winked. Aurora blinked few times. She didn't show it, but she was suspicious. With her magic she brought forth purse and found nothing inside.

Aurora then remembered; a thief lives in Manehattan and then stallion that passed by fitted her description. A Pegasus, silvery eyes and fur, white mane and bits for a cutie mark. She followed after them, all the way into the garment. The little game of cat and mouse finally came to an end when she found the two thieves in an alleyway. Their backs were turned, more focused on what was inside the purse.

"Aiden." Aurora spoke up. The stallion spun around ready to charge at her, but Aurora stopped him threatening to us her magic in defense. "Don't, unless you want to cause a commotion." She motioned at the passing pedestrians walking along the road.

"What do you want?" He asked standing down but with bared teeth.

"My bits of course, Aiden." Aurora answered, remaining calm with a creeping smile. She had him cornered and knew his name. He was in awe, but not from delight. If he was by himself he could make a hasty retreat, but couldn't. He couldn't just abandon his sister who has little power.

"That's very sneaky of you. Using your sister as a decoy, a distraction, and pick pocketing the target. I know my fair share of liars and thieves. It's an art of patience, deceit, and in a pinch, light of hoof. And you did exactly that, I'm impressed. Although, you missed one important scenario."

"Yeah, what's that?" He questioned in a mocking tone. "You make sure your 'target', is not as skilled as you are. " Revealing she reacquired her bits from them without them knowing. She also momentarily awakened her umbrum powers. "Or more dangerous."

"Since you seem to know who I am, who are you? What do you want from us?"

"I know you and your sister have been living on the streets. I offer you protection, shelter, and sustenance." She passed the bag food she bought. "My name is Aurora and all I ask of you, is your cooperation."

Aiden looked at Jinx and saw hope in her vivid green eyes. This was an opportunity for them. No longer living on the streets or eating remains. An opportunity they couldn't pass up.

"Okay."

End

That's the end for this chapter, Aurora continues to expand her alliance for what she's planning. Also Rainfall meet Raven, she seems odd I know and she will be showing up again. Until the next chapter. I hopefully I'll get it out on time. Bye!