9- Closing Ceremonies
9- Closing Ceremonies
Twilight slowly opened her eyes. She felt warm, comforted, and happy. But she was still sleepy….
“Is little Twily awake?” a soft, sweet voice cooed. “Good timing, sweetie, it’s about time for the closing ceremonies.”
Twilight heard the words, but couldn’t comprehend their meaning. But she knew it was just some silly adult talk. It didn’t matter to her what they meant. She knew just by the tone it was nice. The sweet mare lifted her out of the crib. Twilight’s diaper was heavily used, but the mare didn’t take her to the changing table. She noticed Twilight’s glance at the changing table though.
“Oh, don’t worry, dear, your Mommy will take care of that for you.” She smiled, patting the soggy and squishy garment.
Twilight giggled, squirming happily in the mare’s hooves. She tried to talk, but the mare didn’t seem to understand what she was saying.
“Silly filly, thinking she’s big enough to talk.” The mare pet her mane. There were plenty of other adults with foals all headed to the auditorium. Rows of foal carriers, usually meant for carts, were set up in neat lines. Twilight found herself set in one, buckled into place. Her friend, Dawn, was put in the carrier next to her.
The mare from before- what was her name again? Twilight couldn’t remember- trotted up to the stage. “Students, you have all been specially selected for this academy due to a certain quality of all of you- high stress levels. We discussed with your parents about a method to relieve that stress, and bring back their happy, bouncy foals that they loved. You don’t need to be strong and independent anymore. Foals are dependent on their mommies and daddies, and carefree. This academy’s true operations are kept secret by Royal Decree, due to its nature. But regardless, we were all happy to have you here. It’s time for all of you to ‘graduate’!”
The mare talked a lot. Twilight got bored, finding great joy in sticking her hind hoof in her mouth, sucking on it. Dawn watched her for a while, then imitated, giggling.
Caretakers roamed around, redressing them in light blue sleepers for colts, light pink ones for fillies. These sleepers had a lighter and softer feel to them. Matching bonnets, with a fun little tassel, were tied onto their heads.
“Now in a bit, we’ll let your parents in. But unlike other graduation ceremonies, instead of a diploma, you’ll be receiving a very special yearbook. It contains pictures of you throughout your many years. With this book, if your mommy or daddy so chooses, they can select an age for you to regress back to. They can keep you at that age, let you grow up again, or let it be temporary. That way, they’ll always have their little foal or filly if they want!” the mare pulled out a foal’s book, one made completely out of plush material.
Twilight was too busy chewing on the tassel to pay attention, feeling her diaper warm up some more. That was good, it was starting to get cold. She giggled, drool dripping out of her mouth.
“Oh, such a messy filly.” A caretaker stooped down and wiped Twilight off, moving the tassel back to the side, putting the pacifier back in. “Don’t chew on random things, little filly.”
“We now welcome your parents for the graduation ceremony!” a set of double doors opened and ponies flowed in. Twilight immediately recognized her parents once she saw them. Mommy! Daddy! She squealed with delight, squirming in the carrier, eager to get to them. Her diaper gave squishes and crinkles with every little movement, making her even more delighted.
“Calm down, sweetie, you’ll get to see them soon enough.” A mare cooed, nuzzling Twilight.
One by one, names were called. Caretakers moved up with the foal carriers, placing the yearbook into the carrier with the foal, before passing the foal off to the parents. It took a while, but eventually, it was Twilight’s turn. She was fascinated by all the pretty colors of the backdrop, distracted, only snapping back when she felt herself being lifted up in the carrier. Twilight cooed softly as the carrier swung when the caretaker walked, making her feel so at peace. Something soft and cloth was set into her carrier. Then… an oh so familiar voice.
“Twily?” it was her Mommy!
“Hey, my little filly.” Daddy!
She kicked her hooves happily, reaching up for her Mommy and Daddy, smiling down at her. They leaned down, nuzzling her gently.
“Oh, sweetie….” Her Mommy said. “I’m so glad that you’re happy. And don’t worry about your friends, they said that just because you’re a bouncy little filly doesn’t mean that your friendship ended.”
Friend! She knew that word. She thought of Dawn, and realized she wasn’t near. Twilight started to cry, squirming in the carrier.
“Oh, you’re going to miss your friends here, aren’t you?” her Daddy spoke in a soft tone. “It’s okay, we can set up play dates with them.”
Dawn’s mother came over with Dawn. “It sounds like a good idea. They told me that Twilight and Dawn were very close to each other. I’d hate for my cute Dawn to miss a friend.”
Twilight waved at Dawn, instantly stopping her tears. Dawn waved back with a big smile. They babbled at each other while their parents talked.
‘Hi, Dawn!’ Twilight gurgled. ‘Missed oo!’
‘Me miss oo, too!’ Dawn responded in a chipper tone. ‘Me thought me nevew see oo again!’
‘Mommy and Daddy say we can pway, wight?’ Twilight looked up at the adults. She could only understand one or two words every many they spoke. Silly grown-ups, having their own language.
‘Me tink so…’ Dawn tilted her head. She squirmed a bit. ‘Me wanna change….’ Her eyes teared up. A combination of seeing her friend cry, and reminding her of her own cooling diaper, made Twilight cry, too. Soon, both of them were wailing. Almost immediately, their parents were hushing and calming them.
“Looks like they need a change.” Dawn’s mother commented. “The changing stations are nearby, we can talk while we clean them up.”
“Sounds good.” Twi’s Mommy responded, as they moved off to another room. “Hey, I have a fun idea.” She giggled. “How about you change Twily, and I’ll change little Dawn?”
“Great!” Dawn’s mother nodded, as they reached the changing station. There were already other parents with their foals there, but also some spare changing stations. Twilight was unbuckled and set on a station next to one that Dawn was on. She found herself surprised as Dawn’s mother untaped her soaked garment.
“Don’t worry, sweetie, I know what I’m doing.” Dawn’s mother tickled Twilight’s nose, making her giggle. She used this opportunity to expertly wipe Twilight off, before she could notice or complain about the cold wipes. “Good filly!” Dawn’s mother praised as she slid a new diaper under Twilight, powdering heavily. The familiar and calming scent of foal powder rose into the air.
Twilight smiled, closing her eyes, hearing Dawn’s mother humming softly as she carefully rubbed in the powder. A few moments later, she felt herself lifted up and being set back into the carrier. She opened her eyes again, facing Dawn once more. She gave her friend a quick smile, before looking up at her Mommy and Daddy.
“Yes, sweetie, it’s time to go. But good news, as soon as we leave, you and Dawn can play together! We’re going to her home!”
Play! Dawn! Yay! Twilight squealed in response, getting giggles from the parents around her.
“Thank you all! Congratulations!” the caretakers waved to the parents and foals as they left. “Remember, we’re always in operation! If you think anypony else needs a re-education, don’t hesitate to ask!”
The morning sun shone down brightly, the skies a clear blue, a breeze wafting through Twilight’s mane. Everything was so perfect. She felt so calm, peaceful, and happy. Not a single worry was in her mind. Nothing but blissful happiness was in her mind. And to make it better- she was going to play with her new friend again!
“Don’t worry about a thing. Mommy and Daddy will take care of everything.” She heard her Mommy’s voice. “We love you, little Twily.”
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Very cute ending. I'm glad it was left where Twilight, Dawn, and the others aren't necessarily stuck like this forever, though with it left up to their parents, who knows?
I loved this story a lot. Thanks for it!
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Glad you liked it!
Not gonna lie, this story was definitely unique. Got any plans for a sequel?
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Actually, yes, that's why I hinted it's 'always open' :P But I have tons of fics to work on as it is, so not until I get more out of the way.
Nice ending Dusky :) Can't wait to see your other stuff. *Hugs*
Good conclusion!?... I... I can't even... I could write a whole essay on everything that is wrong with this situation, but basically it comes down to, TWILIGHT DIDN'T AGREE TO THIS! Seriously, everyone knows about this, the Princess, her friends, her parents, and they're all ok with this!? Seriously!? Worse still, THEY SET IT UP! Unbelievable.
I like stories about regression but...
The fact that the only choice she seemed to have was wether she went in the first place.
The fact that everyone seems to be okay with this in the end.
And yes, while it was indeed left open, the ending felt like there was a strong possibility that she might never be returned to her normal self again.
in all honesty I'd put a dark tag on this.
Also I'd consider rewriting someone's personality to probably be a form of murder, but that's just me...
great story my friend ;3
i still can not believe every pony is ok whit this lol
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That's the first time anyone has ever given that kind of opinion, so... yeah... it is kinda just you, no offense.
I don't consider this 'dark' at all. If you like regression fics as you claimed, you should know that regression of mind will cause a personality and mental change...
And yes, it's a possibility she won't be her normal self, but she also can return to her normal self. You just chose to pick the darkest interpretation possible, when it was completely open. Your interpretation was dark, not the story. You actively interpreted things to make it as dark as possible, when it wasn't.
6142916 I kind of agree to an extent. It creeps me out that in this story Twilight's personality, experience, and memories are essentially killed off, and no one, not even her friends, objects to it. I think personally, that any transformation in a story that incorporates those kinds of implications, should either be willing, or temporary.
6143135 Twilight was forced into this unknowingly and by the time she and Dawn figured out there was something wrong, they were trapped. Then they got all mind controlled and what not.
Think about it this way:
If you had a man-eating snake or something equally dangerous living in your basement, that could kill you any day, but you didn't know about it, would that be okay? I'm pretty sure the moment you found out, you'd either move out, or get some help with getting rid of it.
Just like how Twilight wouldn't have accepted this fate if she knew about it.
I know it's kind of a wild metaphor, but that's just what came to mind.
Still, I can't help but think that these parents are kind of twisted to not think of what their children would want before completely tear them from their lives as adults.
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Honestly, I'm going to put it flat, if you want my story to go a very specific and end a very specific way, that most people don't ask me for, that's why I have commissions. I don't like it when people say "It's not how I would write it." I do care about what my readers want, but I go by majority, and try to satisfy everyone by leaving it open sometimes. But you guys said it was an open ending, but you picked the interpretation you didn't like, and said it was bad, when you could have interpreted it in a way you liked.
If it really bothers you that my stories don't go EXACTLY your way and ONLY your way, commission me. That way, you can get what you want, and only what you want.
Also, I don't see at all how killing a snake has ANYTHING to do with this story.
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First off I meant no offense.
Well if I'm honest with myself I might have, but three in the morning me is very different from full nights rest me so I do apologize if I was trying to make an ass of myself.
I find myself even now slamming backspace so hard that the key might come off due to me attempting to type something that doesn't make me look like an ass.
I do not wish to tell you how to write a story. That is for you to decide.
I believe that twilight would not have chosen this if she knew what was to come.
And when she did she tries to escape and is forced against her will into it anyway.
That's all I have to say about it, and I will shut up now.
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I'm sorry, my outburst was unacceptable.... I take offense too easily... I'm sorry....
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H2o on the underside of a suspended road platform( that's how you say that right?)
No, you were an author defending the story you wrote, and I was half asleep trying to nitpick at what I believed to be wrong.
When I woke the next morning and saw I had a reply to my comment, I knew immediately what the reply would say.
I'm not very sure why but i tend to see the darker side of things when I read just about anything.
If you say that the open ending leans more toward the positive,then I will accept that and move on.
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The snake thing is an example relating to the lack of choice Twi had. Just reread my last comment and maybe it'll make sense, but I was very tired when I typed that.
I'm sorry if my comments upset you, I'm only trying to give my perspective and I was trying to show fargo11 that they were not alone. I don't expect stories to always be perfect for me, but would it have been better if I didn't say anything?
Edit: I just looked back at the part with the snake...jeez I butchered that one. I didn't explain what I meant very well, and that is the same point that fargo11 said. Twilight was forced into the change, then when she tried to leave, she was denied. Then the mind control stuff came in and she became ignorant to her own peril. The snake was a metaphor for the ignorance part, but because of how tired I was, I didn't get the whole thought out on the screen.
Forgive me for the misunderstanding.
UH-I-UH-WHA-UH.
I loved it, it's going in my faves! It's so cute!
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Aww, thanks!
in all honesty... i have no bloody idea how to feel about this.
Well I knew this was gonna be interesting and I was right it was. Normally I would question a lot of what was in this story, but seeing as the story emphasizes not thinking and just accepting things I think I'll do the same.
I do have a question though in the story was Twilight's mental state the only thing regression or was her body doing so as well. It felt a bit vague as to whether or not that was happening.
YAY ENDING! Aww, super cute!!!!!
Fantastic little read as always.
My only gripe is that we hear from Fantasy Omega only once and that's it. Never heard from again.
6362458 :3 I do. I loved it :D
Me:
(opens door)
Don't worry, sweetheart. It'll be alright. Now, go protect Hazel, and make sure she doesn't find that, okay, sweetie?
?: Hmm? Oh, Hester, one of my dear nieces! What's wrong?
Me: (makes several motions)
?:
Me: (nods)
?: Good, Auntie will take care of everything
-Hester
I absolutely love this story. I've read it so many times that I can't count. I think the chapters have lots of detail.
This was certainly a very enjoyable story. The ending really helped bring everything that had been presented all fall delightfully into place. The explanation for the creation of F.O.A.L academy really does make sense as stress can certainly make one forget to relax.
Someone like Twilight would never give in to rest given her insatiable desire to be at the top of her game at all times. So being sent to F.O.A.L. makes a lot of sense. Hopefully her restart will allow her to not get so stressed out as she tends to do more often tha not.
Great story. Thanks for sharing.