Sometimes We Need Reminders of How Much We Are Loved

[hisheadintheclouds]

WHO: Arthur and Fluttershy
WHERE: Arthur's Castle in the Sky from the Beanstalk
WHEN: Fall
OPEN/CLOSED: Closed
PROSE OR BRACKETS: Brackets
WARNINGS: The children of Birchepoint made Arthur cry happy tears


[It took Arthur awhile to fully recover from the Hellmarch event. Although physical wounds can heal, the emotional damage from the humiliation took much more time. Mainly for his courage to venture off anywhere again, but soon enough he did regain the courage he needed to carry on. And he knew he couldn't stay at Fluttershy's forever, as much as she welcomed his presence he didn't want to overstay.

Although just for the sake of gratitude Arthur requested Fluttershy come with him back up the beanstalk. So he can see if he can find or make something up there to repay for her kindness. He walked with Fluttershy hand in hand toward where the Beanstalk was safely hidden from any human eye.

Looking back at her as they ventured toward the stalk he gave a soft smile.]

Thanks for accompanying me, after spending so much time with you guys it felt kinda weird if I went off by myself without at least inviting you over for a little while I settle back in.

Comments

[strengthinkindness]

[She smiled softly.] O-Oh, you don't have to do that...

[hisheadintheclouds]

I insist ah, here.

I'll be right back.

[Leaving for a moment, he came back with a small jewelry box. He opened it up to reveal a human sized rose quartz necklace, although the quartz was pretty the necklace itself was childlike and had was made of what looked like rainbow laces.]

Here... I um, I made this when I was a kid one time.

I never had a chance to give it as a gift to someone but, I think you deserve it. For being such a wonderful friend.

It's suppose to help keep the kindness inside your heart alive, or so I'm told. I figure this might be perfect for you.

[strengthinkindness]

[She gasps softly, looking from the necklace up to Arthur.]

O-Oh...Arthur, I...I-I couldn't...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur gave a little smile.]

It's alright really, c'mon please, at least try it on. It would look so cute on you!

[strengthinkindness]

[She couldn't help blushing a little. She hated the thought of disappointing him, so she slowly took the necklace from him, carefully slipping it on.]

[hisheadintheclouds]

[He gave a little happy gasp for her as he clasped his hands together.]

Oh it's so cute! It's perfect!

It matches your hair too!

Adorable!

[strengthinkindness]

[She blushes, playing with a strand of her hair.]

Y-You...You really think so...?

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur leaned in with grin, as he placed his chin against his hands.]

Yea!

You look great with that Fluttershy! Honestly, you do.

[strengthinkindness]

[Still blushing, she smiles shyly at him.]

Mm...thanks...

Are...you sure it's all right for me to have this though...?

[hisheadintheclouds]

Of course it is...

[He reached out his fingers to take her hand softly as he guided her closer to him.]

It's a gift for whomever I see worthy.

And for helping me gain my strength back, I'd say your plenty worthy.

[strengthinkindness]

[She smiles gently, her hands resting on his fingers.]

Thank you...I'll take good care of it...

[hisheadintheclouds]

There's no doubt in my mind you will.

[Arthur smiled, as he gently picked up to top her hand to kiss it.]

Thank you.

[strengthinkindness]

[With a shy smile, she tucks some hair behind her ear, glancing down at the pendant.

Then she giggles softly.]

Can I ask you something, though...?

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur folded his arms back to himself as he nodded.]

Sure, what it is?

[strengthinkindness]

Why did you make it human-sized...?

I mean, it's very pretty, and I love it a lot...but I was just wondering...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur looked down as he rubbed the back of his neck.]

W-Well.. When I was kid I...

Always wanted to meet the humans but, my parents always told me I wasn't old enough.

But I... Kinda made a lot of human sized stuff without them knowing.

[It was at this point Arthur was noticabley blushing in embarrassment, but then looked down.]

When I did wounded up meeting a human it...

...

N-Nevermind that's in the past.

[strengthinkindness]

[She blinks curiously, stepping closer to him.]

What happened...?

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur looked down as he softly glanced at her.]

There... Was this guy, I don't know if I mentioned him before, I don't like to talk about him a lot cause-Well...

He's the one who tricked me and stole our treasure and he also...

Had m-me...

[Arthur shivered, he didn't like remembering that event as he breathed softly. Covering his mouth for a moment.]

[strengthinkindness]

[With a soft sound, Fluttershy flew up, gently stroking his face.]

Shh...it's all right...Y-You don't have to tell me...I-I shouldn't have asked...

[hisheadintheclouds]

N-No... It's, you've known me long enough, I-I can trust you with this...

[Arthur breathed as he held up his hand to hold hers.]

He...

[He cleared his throat.]

He had me explore the human world while he got the treasure, and my family... S-Something went wrong in the castle, I remember there was news about a storm a-and when I tried to get back up there it'd....

[Arthur closed his eyes as now took turn to bury his face into his arms.]

It was my fault, I shouldn't have, I-I wasn't suppose to...

[strengthinkindness]

[Her breath hit the top of her throat, and she gently stroked his forehead.]

No...Arthur, that wasn't your fault...There was no way you could have known what was going to happen...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur shook.]

I... I was so upset...

I c-couldn't contain my rage I... I've never been so sad and frightened...

[He breathes as he looked for a moment to clear his eyes.]

I think it... It took me awhile but I eventually let myself down to interact with the humans again...

I know that, they're not all bad anymore but...

That guy made me scared for a while.

[strengthinkindness]

[She nods.]

It's understandable...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur looked around.]

A-Anyway I... I still kept the human stuff I made. But... Kinda destroyed the ones he touched.

... The rest is alright though.

[Getting up as he held out his hands.]

L-Let's forget about him, c'mon, I'll show you what I got left.

[strengthinkindness]

[She nodded a little, stepping onto his hands as she fingered the pendant around her neck.]