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[heavenfang]

... I don't know how many friends he made here, but I guess I should inform anyone that might care that... Gremio's gone. All that's left is a drone. No cheek scar, so... it's definitely not him. No sense in questioning it.

... So. I hear a lot of talk about this prom thing. It sounds kind of like some of the formal parties they used to host in Gregminster, though those were mostly for adults of the noble class. Still, that's my experience with them. A lot of glamor and putting on masks... I actually don't have a lot of taste for it. But somehow, I think it'll be different here. Maybe...

Anyways, can anyone tell me more about the concept? I guess Americans would be best qualified, but I'll take any perspective I can get. Personal anecdotes especially. I just want to hear some stories right now... stories of places far and away.

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[magicalrealist]

It was a lot for my first adventure as well, but it was worth it. I'll gladly share with you more stories, if you'd like.

[heavenfang]

Well, to be honest, I was mostly asking about things related to things similar to the prom.

[magicalrealist]

...oh.

(Well guess who's feeling sheepish.)

...I don't suppose you'd want to hear about the Grand Galloping Gala, would you?

[heavenfang]

That sounds more in line with what I was curious about.

[magicalrealist]

Well, the Gala is an annual celebration held in Canterlot, the capital city of Equestria. It's the most prestigious and important celebration we could have and the princess invited me and all of my friends to go.

We spent a lot of time preparing for it and discussing what we would do once we finally arrive. With all of the possibilities available, it was going to be the best night ever...or so we thought.

[heavenfang]

I'm sensing a pattern here of expectations versus reality.

[magicalrealist]

It's much more common than I'd prefer, but it's just one of the things you get used to.

We had everything planned out: Applejack would sell her treats, Rarity would find a prince to be with, Pinkie wanted to party, Fluttershy would go to the garden, Rainbow Dash would hang out with the Wonderbolts and I was going to spend time with Princess Celestia...needless to say, none of those plans worked out as we wanted them to.

By the time the princess and I realized just how wrong things were getting, the main ball room was a mess and animals from the garden were flooding in faster than anyone could deal with them. At the princess' insistence, we made a run for it and got out of there before they could connect the dots and realize what my friends and I did.

But we reconvened at the donut shop and talked about how terrible the night was. Even the princess, who made her entrance after we did, told us she wanted us to come and make a mess of things since she always thought the Gala was terrible. Things didn't go as we planned, but a good group of friends can make any night a good night.

[heavenfang]

... This princess of yours sounds like she enjoys a good prank.

[magicalrealist]

She can be mischievous like that sometimes, but it's always in good will...even if it's never immediately clear what she's up to...but I'm sure she can enjoy a good prank or two, yes.

[heavenfang]

A woman after my own heart.

[magicalrealist]

Next time she's in town, I'll be sure to introduce you to her.

[heavenfang]

I look forward to it.

[magicalrealist]

I'm sure she will, too.

But in retrospect, I'm not sure if my story of the Gala will make your opinion of Mayfield's prom a good one. As far as I know, it's not one that requires intervention.

[heavenfang]

Actually, it's convinced me to go.

[magicalrealist]

Really?

O-oh, that's wonderful! I'm sure you'll have a great time there! Have you found someone to go with?

[heavenfang]

Oh, I have someone in mind.

[magicalrealist]

Princess Celestia isn't an option, Tir.

(Totally teasing.)

[heavenfang]

You break my heart.

[magicalrealist]

Oh, I'm sure you'll be fine. You're a strong man, aren't you?

[heavenfang]

I like to think I am.

[magicalrealist]

Then you have nothing to worry about. You'll find yourself a date with no trouble if you really are a strong man.