The Alpha [Book 1]

Griffon the Brush Off

As Y/n, Twilight, and Pinkie Pie strolled through the park, Pinkie was in her usual high spirits, excitedly recounting one of Rainbow Dash's latest escapades. Her voice bubbled with enthusiasm, but her companions seemed less interested in the colorful details of Dash's adventures.

They eventually settled down by a picturesque fountain, the gentle sound of flowing water providing a soothing backdrop to Pinkie's ceaseless chatter. Y/n, his massive form dwarfing his pony companions, laid his head on his talons, his emerald eyes fixed on some distant point in the horizon.

Pinkie Pie continued to chatter away, her words filling the air like a cascade of confetti. Twilight, while supportive of her friend's exuberance, was also content to let her thoughts wander as she gazed at the tranquil waters of the fountain.

As the minutes passed, Y/n's powerful form seemed to grow heavier, and his eyelids drooped. He knew that his friends were safe and content, and in this peaceful moment, he allowed himself to drift off into a light slumber. His head rested on his talons, and he snored softly, his immense presence casting a serene shadow over the scene.

Even in his dreams, Y/n could hear Pinkie's excited chatter, and he found comfort in it. He knew that Pinkie's unbridled enthusiasm was a testament to her happiness and the bonds they shared. What better way to spend the day than with friends who were genuinely happy in each other's company?

And so, with the sun warming their backs and the gentle melody of the fountain playing in the background, Y/n embraced his brief reprieve, content in the knowledge that he was surrounded by friends who cherished his presence just as much as he cherished theirs.

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Y/n's peaceful slumber was interrupted by a soft voice, barely more than a whisper. He slowly opened his eyes, finding Twilight Sparkle leaning over him, her purple eyes filled with concern. She had placed the book she had been carrying on the fountain's edge, and her tail twitched with anxiety.

"What's wrong?" he rumbled, lifting his head to gaze at his worried friend.

Twilight bit her lip, her gaze darting around as she spoke in hushed tones. "Pinkie Pie isn't around. I knew she headed off after Rainbow Dash, but I can't seem to find her. I've been searching all over town, and she's nowhere to be found. I also saw Rainbow Dash with a strange creature, a griffon, I think."

Y/n's heart quickened with worry as Twilight's words sank in. He knew how important Pinkie Pie was to their group, and the idea of her being missing troubled him deeply. "I'll go and search for her. You find Rainbow Dash," he said, determination in his voice as he stood up and spread his massive black wings. He couldn't help but give Twilight a reassuring smile. "You'll be fine, and she will too."

With that, Y/n took to the sky, scanning the city below for any sign of Pinkie Pie. He checked all of her favorite places in town, but his search yielded no results. Frustration simmered within him as he growled softly. Determined to find his friend, he soared higher into the sky, intending to broaden his search to the outskirts of Ponyville.

In his relentless quest, he eventually stumbled upon Pinkie Pie sitting alone in a clearing in the forest. Her head was lowered, shoulders shaking with sobs. Y/n's heart ached for his friend as he landed gracefully and approached her.

Pinkie's initial surprise at his arrival quickly gave way to relief as she realized who it was. She sniffled and asked, "What are you doing here? Aren't you supposed to be with Gilda?"

Y/n scoffed, his ears pinning back slightly in irritation. "And who in the moons is Gilda?" He couldn't understand why Pinkie was bringing up someone he had never heard of.

Pinkie seemed to backtrack in fear, stammering, "Uh... no one. Just forget I said anything." She backed away from him and darted off into the forest, leaving Y/n alone in the clearing.

Rolling his eyes at the puzzling exchange, Y/n took to the sky again, determined to find Rainbow Dash and get to the bottom of what was going on. Unbeknownst to him, a bald eagle with distinctive feather patterns and a sinister intent watched from the shadows, plotting her next move. "Perfect, Y/n doesn't know about me, but he will soon enough," she murmured to herself, her yellow eyes glinting with mischief as she took flight in pursuit of the dragon.

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As Pinkie Pie sat outside Sugarcube Corner, her spirits low and her mood as gloomy as the overcast sky, she took slow sips of her ice cream soda. The world around her seemed gray and uneventful, mirroring her own melancholy.

Suddenly, her attention was caught by the unmistakable sound of an overhead flight, accompanied by two distinct laughter-filled voices. She nearly toppled the table and her drink in surprise.

"That was sweet!" Gilda chuckled, her griffon voice carrying a hint of amusement.

Rainbow Dash sighed, her blue mane flowing in the breeze as she looked up at the sky. "Gotta take care of a few weather jobs around here. Shouldn't take long," she explained before landing gracefully. "Just, uh, hang out in town, and I'll come find you."

Gilda shrugged in response. "That's cool, I guess. I'm gonna go chow down." With that, Rainbow Dash flew off, leaving Gilda to her own devices.

As Rainbow Dash's form disappeared into the distance, Gilda surveyed her surroundings and noticed a produce cart where Granny Smith was inspecting ears of corn. An idea sprang to mind, and Gilda's mischievous grin widened as she lifted her tail.

She let out a loud rattle, causing the old mare to let out a terrified scream. "A rattler! A rattler! Run for the hills! Everybody run, save yourselves!" Granny Smith fled as quickly as her creaky joints allowed, which wasn't very fast at all. Gilda, hidden behind the display, couldn't help but revel in her prank.

However, Pinkie Pie had been watching the entire scene, her expression shifting from amusement to disapproval. "Aw, poor Granny Smith! She didn't know it was a joke. How mean!" Pinkie thought aloud but quickly corrected herself. "No, no. I can't misjudge her."

Her gaze then shifted to the bald eagle, who seemed to be observing the situation from a nearby vantage point. Pinkie was determined not to jump to conclusions. "It was kind of a funny prank... I guess?"

As Pinkie continued her contemplation, the eagle, in reality, Gilda in disguise, watched and waited for her opportunity to strike again. She wasn't finished with her mischief.

Meanwhile, Fluttershy had been escorting a family of ducks down the street, her eyes fixed on her feathered charges. Unbeknownst to her, Gilda approached from the opposite direction, resulting in a collision between the two.

"Hey!" Gilda snapped, her irritation evident.

Fluttershy yelped in surprise and quickly apologized, "Please excuse me. Oh...um...I'm sorry...I-I-I was just trying to—"

Before she could finish her sentence, a loud roar filled the air, and Y/n, the dragon, descended from the sky. His presence cast a shadow over the two mares, and his glowing nostrils and spine added to the intimidating effect.

"You must be Gilda," he growled, his green eyes narrowed. "Any reason you meant to upset my friend, or are you just a bully?"

Gilda stammered in response, "I... I... she was in my way," but she quickly realized that it was the wrong answer.

Y/n bared his teeth, a dangerous glint in his eyes. A blue glow emanated from his mouth, and he conjured a plasma ball, which he launched, narrowly missing Gilda. "This is a warning. Meddle with my friends or my city again, and you will be dead before the next full moon," he threatened, leaning closer. "Now scatter. I don't want to see your ugly head around here anymore."

Terrified, Gilda fled, her tail tucked between her legs. Y/n stopped glowing and turned to Pinkie Pie, who was watching the scene unfold with a mixture of surprise and relief.

"Good job, Y/n," Pinkie beamed.

"Don't thank me, Pinkie. I won't usually do this, but she was getting on my last nerve," Y/n admitted. He then touched his muzzle to Pinkie's forehead. "Now I've got to go. You'll explain to Rainbow Dash, won't you? Tell her that Gilda left because of me. I'll take care of it."

With those parting words, Y/n dipped his head and flew off into the sky, leaving behind only a flutter of black scales and a smiling Pinkie Pie, grateful for her friend's protective spirit.