Derpy tries to re-form bonds with her family but there's a problem: she's not here, she can't be here, the only thing she can do is observe. First entry of my Literary Trilogy.
Hearth's Warming Eve. A night to celebrate new beginnings, to be with family and friends, and welcome the new year. For Derpy Hooves, a few things are missing.
Derpy has a massive crush on Octavia, but she's too scared to admit her true feelings. Hoping for the best, she asks for a private cello lesson and indulges in a little bit of flirting.
Sweetie Belle has a long record of little "accidents." It seems like everything she does just ends in disaster. After a fight with Rarity, Sweetie is left to wonder if she really is cursed. Is there anypony to convince her otherwise?
When Derpy fills out her tax return, she finds that she owes quite a bit of money. However, she seems to have an alternative way of settling the debt. She might even have fun.
Octavia Melody has performed for hundreds of audiences across Equestria, and left every one breathless. Tonight, she performs for royalty. This is not her story.