A Clone Gargoyle's Equestrian Tale

First Lessons: A Bird in the Hoof

S1 E22 Everypony! The Cutie Mark Chronicles are up next!

On a bright day in Ponyville there was an important day to be had where Princess Celestia comes to visit to have brunch with the ponies there. Malibu was anxious to see his mother again after so long so he could tell her in full detail about their Appleloosan adventure.

He was helping Applejack bring some pre made food to Sugarcube corner though some would still be made there. They suddenly heard the carriage landing, and Malibu could see his mom in it.

She stepped off the carriage with a regal smile. Malibu ran out the door of the bakery, his eyes shining with love for his mom. "Oh, my colt!" Exclaimed Celestia as she hugged him tight in her arms and wings. Malibu snuggled into her chest. "I missed you, momma," He said. "And I you. I am happy to be able to spend some time with your friends at this banquet."

Other ponies that have been invited were now going in but made room for Celestia and Malibu when the two walked indoors. Malibu could smell all that wonderful food at the banquet. Twilight was there, looking rather anxious and making sure everything ran smoothly. His other 4 friends were there too except Fluttershy. He hoped she wouldn't be late as there were now two guards outside blocking the entrance.

Right as the clock rang for noon, it was time for the brunch to begin. The Cakes laid out all the food for everypony and Malibu found his seat next to his mom, gathering up his food to eat, smiling at Celestia who ruffled his mane. It had been a long time since he got to spend quality time with her, even if it was just for the day.

Meanwhile Fluttershy had arrived right as the brunch had begun but was halted by the guards. "Halt! Who goes there?" Malibu heard one of them ask. He saw Flutter backing away in fear, Twilight walking up to the doorway. "It's alright sirs, she's on the list," She proclaimed, allowing her friend inside. Malibu got up from his chair to say hi.

"So happy to see you here, Fluttershy," Malibu greeted. Fluttershy nodded shyly. "Me too," Twilight said. "It wouldn't have been the same without you." He watched how everypony enjoyed each other's company. Malibu saw Mr. Cake bringing out some pies that Spike had baked.

Mrs. Cake brought a cupcake to Celestia as Malibu sat down in his chair again with Twilight next to him. "Anything else we can get for you, dearies? Ooh, I-I mean, esteemed guest." She asked. Celestia shook her head. "Everything is fine, Mr. and Mrs. Cake."

Fluttershy glanced at Twilight. "Sorry I'm late, I had to finish taking care of a patient first." Twilight sighed. "Oh, you and your tender loving care of little animals. I just know Princess Celestia is gonna love that about you. I mean, I hope she will... I mean, of course she will!"

Malibu chuckled. "Twi, I haven't seen you this nervous since one of your exams at the School of Magic," He teased, making her glare. Fluttershy shrugged. "Well, I'm sure you have nothing to worry about. Besides, it's just a casual get-together, right?"

Rarity's voice was suddenly heard. "Don't touch me! Watch the dress! Careful, you're gonna spill that on me!" She was struggling not to let them ruin her gala dress that she had made that one time ago though Malibu wondered why she bothered to wear it when she could be saving it for the night of the Gala. A pony offered her a cupcake too. "Oh, oh, that looks delicious. What is it? Oh, does it stain?! Keep it away from me!" She then cowered and shook, making him roll his eyes.

"Not casual then," Malibu stated, Fluttershy nodding. He glanced over to Applejack who was struggling to find the first thing to eat. "Uh... which is the salad and which is the appetizer again? And which am I supposed to eat first?" She tried three different foods, nearly eating them then avoiding it. "Oh, never mind, I'm not hungry." AJ pushed her plates away, ears lowered.