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

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur gives an small smile.]

S-Since you brought up the subject... Incidentally...

I-I was kinda thinking about hosting a dinner party sometime for you and our friends. A-Although... I might need help making the small food.

I mean I've made small food before but...

[strengthinkindness]

[Her expression brightens and she nods.]

Oh, that sounds like a lovely idea...! And I'd love to help...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur grinned.]

Really?

Oh that's great!

[He reached in to bring up Fluttershy to his cheek and cuddle.]

We're gonna have so much fun Fluttershy!

[strengthinkindness]

[She nods, snuggling against his cheek.]

Mm...!

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur grinned as he looked down at her.]

We could have a Halloween Party, a Thanksgiving Party, a Christmas Party-I haven't had one of those in a long time!

It would be so cool to do it again!

[strengthinkindness]

Mm, that would be a lot of fun...!

Especially if we could decorate the castle a little bit...It would look really nice...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur nodded.]

Yea! Think of all the decorations I could do with this place!

[He hummed, as he rubbed his chin in thought.]

I'm gonna a need a lot of supplies for this...

[strengthinkindness]

I'm sure we could find some things to work with...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur looked off in the distance.]

... I wonder if I got stuff in the attic...

[He looked down as he gave a sorta grin.]

I haven't been up there in a while, might be cause it's kinda creepy going up there by myself.

[strengthinkindness]

[She nods in understanding.] Mm...attics can be really scary sometimes...

But...maybe if you went with someone...? W-We can...take a look...if you want...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur smiled softly as he held up to his pocket.]

If you don't mind sure, hopefully it's not too dusty for you up there.

I-I mean if you want I can find a little handkerchief for you before we go.

[strengthinkindness]

[She nods, slipping into his pocket.]

I don't mind...But that might be helpful, thank you...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Nodding as he reached into the treasure chest full of the human sized items. Carefully digging through one of the drawers as he pulled out a little daisy designed handkerchief and handed it to Fluttershy. Giving a grin as he closed the chest.]

Alright, let's go.

[Heading out toward the hallway, he went up the stairs, to another hallway, then up another staircase. Then finally reaching a door, which looked worn and untouched. He paused as he looked at it, before swallowing his throat and opening it, which made a loud creeeeeeeeeeeeek. He stepped back slightly, before tilting his head up the winding black staircase. Little dust particles the only thing seen from the light leading up to the attic. He gave out a noise of uncertainty.]

[strengthinkindness]

[Fluttershy peeked out from inside Arthur's pocket, giving a small noise herself.] I-It's really dark up here...

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[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur looked down at Fluttershy with uneasy smile.]

Y-Yea, I keep forgetting about that...

[Clears his throat as he began to climb to approach the steps.]

But I'm not afraid of something as simple as dark-

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[hisheadintheclouds]

[Annnnd the wind from a near by window caught the door as he it swung itself shut. Making a loud CLACK, which made Arthur flail and yelp as he held his hand over Fluttershy protectively as his other hand caught himself against the railing.]

WHAAA-GAAH-WASSS THAT-?!

[strengthinkindness]

[She couldn't help but jump too, squeaking as she hid in his pocket.]

[hisheadintheclouds]

[He stared at the door for a moment as his eyes darted.]

Door... Door don't do that-BAD DOOR.

Wind-I-It's probably wind, l-let's not let our imaginations g-g-get away with our selves.

A-Alright, upseey daisy the steps.

[Climbs up the steps as each step made a loud creek.]

I-It just needs some repairs i-is all haha.

[Looks down at Fluttershy, clearly nervous.]

Y-You alright sweetie?

[strengthinkindness]

[Hesitantly she peeked out again, glancing up with a nod.]

M-Mm...I-I'm okay...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur gave a smile in return. Well at least he's not alone. He's got his little gal with him after all. Reaching the top he opened the dark door to the attic.

It was a large desolate room. Webs and dust decorated the area. Everything was covered in sheets and the only light that came out was a small window.

Arthur looked around as he breathed, taking the courage to pull away one of the sheets before he winced. Looking down. There he found some old items. They looked like wedding items. He was quiet as he lifted a painted portrait of his parents, before setting it back down and picking up some of jewelry was left on the table.]

Well...

This place can't possibly be haunted.

After all it has good memories in here for my family.

[strengthinkindness]

[Watching him for a moment, she then looked back to the portrait of his parents.]

What were they like...?

[hisheadintheclouds]

[Arthur smiled.]

They were really kind, patient, and incredibly smart. Like they knew all sorts of things about the world. My mom was really sweet and always thought the best of others. My dad was nice too, but he was always.

[Points as he gave a strict face as he made a grumpy voice.]

"Don't let others take advantage of your kindness Arthur!

Just because we are gentle giants, doesn't mean we're push overs!"

[Chuckles.]

Stuff like that. I might have gotten in trouble with him a lot cause I liked feeding the cloud animals food that I didn't like eating, like broccoli.

[strengthinkindness]

[She giggles softly.] They sound like wonderful parents...

[hisheadintheclouds]

[He gave a soft sigh with a smile as he leaned his hand against his cheek.]

Yea... I miss them...

[Looking back around as he went over to pull away one of the other blankets. Revealing a couple of boxes. He looked at the description.]

Christmas Tree... Christmas Ornaments-!

Hey Fluttershy I think I'm starting to find some of our holiday stuff!

[strengthinkindness]

Oh really...? That's great...!