A Helping of Fried Mushrooms (and a Blessing Too)

Today would turn out to be quite the special day for Pony #27 and her brother Atom! These two beautiful ponies finally reached the age where they would receive their blessings from the local healer, Wizard #3676.

She was a kind and loving swamp witch who blessed every Elysian foal, regardless of their journeys in life. This blessing would bestow upon them long life, exceptional health and good luck, and most importantly, give the ponies a chance to get some of the healer’s world famous fried mushrooms!

The two foals would be trusted to travel by themselves to and from the healer’s hut, which was some distance away, located in the midlands of the Fey. This would be their biggest adventure yet!

The morning came and went as the two ponies were prepped by their riders, Danny and Sammy, who made more than sure that they would have every possible need covered.

“Ok, I think you two are all set!” Danny said, dusting his hands off on his pants, and looking on with pride at the ponies all geared up. “Ugh, I hope they’ll be ok. Are you sure we packed everything?” A small bit of panic washed over his face.

“Don’t worry,” Sam said, “it’s not a very long trip, and you know Enigma will be watching them. Relax and try to enjoy a couple of days of quiet!”

The boys finished packing up the ponies, kissed them on their foreheads and led them to the path that would take them straight to the healer's hut.

“Now remember, stick together, don’t talk to strangers, and have fun!!” Sam said, with a wave, encouraging the ponies to begin their adventure. The two ponies strode out of town and down the wooded path.

While the ponies couldn’t speak like their riders, they could talk to each other through their own special bond.

As they trotted, Atom turned to Penelope and thought, “I can’t wait for those fried mushrooms! I’ve heard they’re the best in all the Runiverse!”

Penelope snorted with joy. “You and your love for food! Don’t forget, we’re also getting our blessings from Enigma. That’s the most important thing. We only get one chance at this, so we can’t mess it up!!”

Atom rolled his big brown eyes. “Right, right, I know! But a pony’s gotta eat too!” And as if on queue, his belly rumbled so loudly even Penelope could hear it.

The two burst into giggles as they continued to banter lovingly back and forth.

They walked for a while longer, the shade from the trees protecting them from the glaring sun and the birds singing in the trees. The path twisted and turned, but the ponies never once wavered in their determination to reach Enigma’s hut!

Finally, after what felt like hours, they arrived at the small clearing where Enigma lived. The smell of fried mushrooms filled the ponies' nostrils as they got closer. Her hut, tiny but tidy, was made of woven reeds and twigs, and thick smoke billowed from the chimney.

Enigma was waiting for them outside with a big grin plastered on her face. “Hello, new besties! I’ve been expecting you!! Come give me a big hug!!” she said, as they galloped even quicker right into the swamp witch’s open arms.

The ponies nuzzled into her, feeling a sense of comfort and love wash over them. Enigma murmured some words in a language they didn’t understand, and kissed each pony on the top of the head.

“Now, who’s hungry?” she asked with a smile. “I’ve got some fresh fried mushrooms for you.”

“When do we get our blessing??” Penelope asked, sounding a bit stressed.

“Oh sweety, just now, when we hugged!” She said, beaming at the ponies. “Now, who wants a snack??”

Atom literally leaped with joy, and Penelope, finally realizing she was blessed, joined her brother in celebrating. Afterwards, they feasted on the delicious mushrooms, feeling grateful for the blessing and the special treat.

As the sun began to set, Enigma escorted them back to the path that would take them home. “Be safe, besties, and remember, you now have my blessing. I’ll always be watching, and if you ever need me, I’ll know!” The swamp witch said, giving the ponies one last hug, and waving them off.

The ponies walked back home, their bellies full of food and their hearts full of love. They spent the entire evening giddily chatting between themselves, convinced they could feel the blessing, and arguing who was now stronger than who.

The two would return home safe and sound, and would go on to be quite special indeed.

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