The Stalliongrad Tour (Argenta / Turn Tables) [ENDED]

[Xiee]

Note: This is a continuation of a chat RP. Summary is posted below:

Turns was nearly exhausted. After a long day of doing odd jobs to earn some extra bits Turns wanted a few well earned drinks. So he found himself sitting at a bar, alone. Just passing the time and nursing his drink.

The bar was large and rather empty. Turns often found his thought roaming back to Ponyville. 'oh well' he thought to himself, 'It wont be long and i will be home i hope.'

Argenta has just gotten back from her usual daily patrol routes. Dropping by the usual tavern, she sad down, tired yet with a gleam on her face. She called to the bartender and ordered the usual Cider Vodka.

Argenta looking around saw the usual Ponies, but there was sompony new. She figured that he was probably a travelling pony. She eyed him for a while until the newpony transfixed his gaze on her.

Turns "Hello ma'am my name is Turn Tables. I am a DJ from Ponyville, and i came to do some work here in stalliongrad." Turns said nervously. "So what brings you here?"

Argenta taking a sip from her vodka, eyes back to the new pony called turn tables. "Hello Turn Tables, I am Argenta, Corporal of a small detachment assigned to the 9th SGU battalion." She shows off her grey uniform emphasizing on the rank. "I'm done with my patrols for the day and I thought I'd grab a drink."

Turns smiled in return, "Well sounds like i'm not the only one who needed a drink today." Turns said as he downed his whiskey. "So do you come here often?" Turns preid a little more.

"Why yes I do." she takes another sip. "I frequent this bar always at the end of the day since I pass by it on the way home. So you come from Ponyville? You're a long way from home, what brings a DJ like you to this part of city, most of the musicians I know always head over to the artistian district."

"Well i kinda found this mare in the Everfree forest, She has amnesia and i took her in." Turns began to explain. "I'm here doing some odd jobs to earn a few extra bits to help take care of her, until she can find a job."

"That is a noble task indeed." Argenta replies as she refills her glass. "I admire Ponies that go out of their way to help others. It's the main reason why I joined the Stallian Guard." She extends her glass to Turns offering a toast.

"If so can you offer any advice i must say even though i have started to take a shine to her, Im honestly not sure what to do half the time, She has no idea what she likes and im just not sure how i can help her." Turns finished

"The little foals and fillies are also a passion of mine." Argenta takes another sip of Cider Vodka. "Unknown to many, the SGU does a lot of charitable and ponytarian aid to those in need. To some we look like the face of war, but they forget that it is the ponies we serve to strive for better living"

"Taking a shine to her?" Argenta's eyes widen playfully as she stares a more seductive glare unto turns. "So, are you falling for her or something? I don't see anything wrong with that."

Turns blushed. "Well im not sure, maybe." Turns was tripping all over himself. "But not right now i'm just more concerned that she is happy and healthy thats all, i th-think."

"All in good time my gentlecolt." Argenta smiles. "I'm sure she might develop feelings for you as well considering that you have been helping her immensely. I'm not the one to talk about love since I myself have yet to find the Stallion of my dreams. One could say my love is the SGU. But who knows what the future brings?"

"I understand how ya feel ma'am. My DJing career is my life without it i don't know what i would do." Turns looked at the mare who was still eyeing him. This caused him to blush even more. "So, umm, this is just a question but do you ever come around Ponyville?"

"Sadly..." Argenta sips another glass of Cider Vodka. "I have never leave Stalliongrad, but when I have orders to scout outside or do guard duty escort that's the only chance I see of the outside of the city. The farthest I've been was at Dragonmount Peak when I was assigned to protect a surveyor Pony."

"Well that's a shame, Perhaps i could arrange something. I will be heading back to Ponyville soon enough." Turns began to think, "Maybe i could hire you as an escort perhaps it would be a great way for you to see the outside world,l Ponyville is nowere near as large as Stalliongrad but it is a cozy town and there is alot of love in it. Everypony there is freindlier than the next."

"Tempting as it may sound..." She playfully pushes her shot glass. "I can only do that if ordered to do so by my superiors. On the brighter side, I may be able to escort you during my leave."

"That would be great." Turns said with a slight hint of excitement in his voice. "I could introduce you to Blanca and then i could show you all there is to see in Ponyville, sorry i get kinda exited when i make new friends. Umm im sorry i never quite got your name, ma'am."

"Oh did I not mention my name." She turned surprised. "I'm sorry, where are my manners. I am Argenta."

"Welll argeta, its not that i dont like the bar or anything like that, but would you maybe like to take a walk." Turns suggested, "I have yet to see much of Stalliongrad, And there is much more that i would like to see." Turns replied playfuly

"I'd be happy too." Argenta took her final sip of cider vodka and left a few bits on the bar counter. "Where would you like me to take you?"

"Well this city is so large, honestly i dont know were to begin." Turns thought for a moment. "You mentioned something about an artistic district, or something like that. Would u mind showing me around it?" Turns asked.

"Rasya, the artisan district." Argenta replied. "That's where all the musicians and artists go. The place if filled with high society Ponies, Griffons and Zebras as well."

"Really, Ive never seen a Griffon before, and the only zebra that i have had the pleasure of speaking to is Zecora." Turns smiled as the excitement clearly overrode all of his other emotions. "Whaat are Griffons like?"

"Griffons..." Argenta paused as she began to think. "They're an odd bunch but they're good comrades, at least those in my unit. Those I've been acquaintances with were quite honorable as well, but when it came down to business, they really mean to do business and nothing personal." They continued to walk to the direction of Rasya.

"Really, so do they like music. The only griffon ive ever even heard of was when gilda came to ponyville." Turns explained, "And from what i heard she was a real jerk."

"There are a few ruffians here and there, but I'd say the same for Ponies." Argenta sighed. "Well here we are. The night is almost upon us so most of the shops you'll see open are art galleries and a few music bars. I can't recommend any since I don't really go into any of them. I usually just pass by during my patrols."

"Wow this place is beautiful." Turns simply stood aghast at the art and lights that leaked from above. Shades of orange and red beamed from all over. Turns could hear some music coming from the nearby music bars. This is just amazing.

Argenta never realized how beautiful the night lights of Rasya gave off at the night. The numerous art buildings, some with notable glass designs seemed to gleam into the night sky. As the cold wind passed through the alley, it blew off Argenta's military cap, revealing her free flowing mane. Not paying attention to anything she stared at the lights, mezmerized.

turns just stood looking at the lights as well until the chilling wind brought him back to attention. After the shock he looked over at Argenta. She had let her hair down and her mane blew almost magically in the wind. She was beautiful and stern at the same time. Turns couldnt help but blush a little. "The area is beautiful isn't it."

Finally coming back to reality, Argenta finally notices her cap. She quickly picks it up in one hoof as she fixes her mane on the other. "Well, if it's music you are interested in. I'm sure we can find one of those musical trinket shops around here. I do remember a shop in this area that sold such things."

Argenta Looks up at the passing Griffons. "They know better than to do something stupid." As Argenta continued to eye the Griffons, she had cursed herself for not being a Pegasus so she could fly up there to ask their business. To her relief though, she recognized a patch in one of the Griffon's uniforms. They were actually a bunch of Mercenaries.

Argenta thought that they were hired by some of the posh art galleries nearby. Some news about a big event going on from one of the elite Ponies.

turns relaxes a little at Argenta's words. "Well alright then, but still ill be sure to shy away from them for the time being." Turns was unsure what to think but if Argenta wasn't worried then he shouldn't be either.

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"There's a club here that some musical patrons like yourself go to." Argenta pointed to a building near them. "It's usually fully booked due to reservations, though I think if you really want to meet all the musical Ponies like you that would be a good place to start. Should we trot over there to see if we can be lucky enough if there are still seats open?"

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"Sure lets go." Turns said excitedly following Argenta into the Club, "So i know you are one of the SGU but what do you like to do for fun?" Turns asked as they entered the club. He was bound and determined to learn more about Argenta, without over stepping his bounds of course.

[Xiee]

"Fun?" Argenta paused. "Well, I like helping the orphan foals and fillies at the orphanage I grew up in. I would love to give them a better life at the same time, I'm repaying a lifetime debt to the old stallion who took me in." The two almost reached the club and noticed that there was a long line. They had to wait but that didn't seem to bother Argenta. She enjoyed Turns' company.

[DJpinkypie]

"Wow thats very sweet of you." Turns smiled sweetly, "Im sure they all appreciate it." Turns thought lovingly back to when he first found Blanca. She seemed so sad and alone. If thats how the orphans felt than Argenta really was doing something worth praise. "It seems to me like they are in good hoofs."

[Xiee]

They finally reached the entrance but to their dismay, most of the tables were already reserved. They went back out and Argenta thought of another place to visit.

"Hmm... too bad." She said as she put her hoof under her chin. "Is there any other place that might interest you?"

[DJpinkypie]

"Well you know this city alot better than me, were should we go next?" Turns asked, "I kinda would just like to look around this place and.....Is it snowing." Turns said as something white and fluffy landed on his face. "It is! Wow it is snowing! Oh my goodness i've never seen actual snow before! This is so amazing!" Turns was exited at this new development. He was overjoyed at the snow he could barely contain himself all he did was look up in wonder at the snow flakes as they fell.

[Xiee]

Argenta could not help but be amused at Turns who started to act like a little foal. Who could blame him? The snow had a mysterious beauty to it. From time to time she would stand out alone in the snow without a thought in her mind. She would blankly stare at the snow and not realize that an hour had past by. This was her one trait that made her unique. Possibly her virtue even.

The sun had finally set and the moon was rising. She paid her respects and in her native tongue she said aloud. "Boginyu blagoslovitʹlunu..."

[DJpinkypie]

Turns giggles as another snowflake landed on his snout. Then he heard Argenta say something it was barely audible so he brushed it aside.'I wonder' He thought a mischievous smile working its was across his face. By this time enough snow had piled up so that it could be molded ....or thrown. Turns gathered up enough snow to turn it into a loose fitting ball. "Argenta watch out!" He giggled as he tossed the snowball at her, not hard just playful like..

[Xiee]

Still lost in thought. The cold sensation of snow blanketed her face. She had just realized that Turns had thrown a snowball. She wiped it of and sent devilish smile towards Turns.

"Oh... it.... is... ON!" She shouted as she quickly rolled up a ball of snow in her hoofs and threw it with precise accuracy that it hit between the eyes of Turns.

The two played for a while forgetting about the cares they had in the world. They ended up laughing and when they settled down, the snow was already falling heavily.

"Let's take a break shall we?" Argenta pointed a hoof at a cafe. "Let's warm up ourselves and maybe get a bite to eat. It's on me."

[DJpinkypie]

"Well if its on you, i suppose it wouldn't hurt." Turns still had a sly smile on his face."But first....I hope your not ticklish!" He said before jumping argenta and tickling her belly relentlessly. Turns wasnt sure what had gotten in to him, but being with argenta had brought out more of the kid in him than was usually present. He felt amazing trotting around with her.It was as if they were the only two ponies left in the world as far as Turns was concerned.

[Xiee]

"Uhm..." Argenta threw a puzzled look at Turns. "I ain't exactly ticklish, and besides my fur coat is thick enough that I can barely feel what you're doing. Just feels like you're poking me."

They finally enter the cafe and a waiterpony shows them a table. They take a seat and proceed to make an order. Argenta just tells the waiter the usual and looks over to Turns. "What would you like to have?"

[DJpinkypie]

"Some coffee will be fine, thanks. Oh and just black for me." Turns replied to the waiter. "I cant believe your not ticklish Argenta, maybe i will just have to try harder next time." Turns threw an seductive glance at Argenta before giggling into his hoof again. "So after we warm up, were to next? So far i find this city absolutism amazing." Turns loved spending the time he had with Argenta and he hoped it wouldn't have to end for a little while. At least he wanted more time to get to know Argenta a little bit more.

[Xiee]

Argenta felt a little bit wierd at the look that Turns gave her. She let it pass and tried to get back to the issue of showing him around the city. "Do you like to fly?" She asked. "I'd take you to the Ostrov district, but I need to know if you aren't scared of heights. It's where all the airships dock and it's quite a sight."

[DJpinkypie]

"Well to tell you the truth ive never been in an air ship, of that far off the ground for that matter." Airships? Turns had never seen one but he had heard of them. They were supposedd to be amazing sights on their own. "Oh and no im not afraid of heights as long long as whatever we are standing on is more stable than a rope bridge."

[Xiee]

"It's getting late by the way..." Argenta took her last sip of heavily creamed coffee. "Perhaps we could meet here again tomorrow and bring you along one of my patrol routes. Besides, I have to go back to the orphanage and say goodnight to the little foals and fillies."

[DJpinkypie]

"Of course." Turns realized how late it was himself, he had completely forgotten about the time. "I had a great time tonight and cant wait to see you tomorrow argenta." Turns smiled before finishing his coffee.

[DJpinkypie]

The next morning as Turns was leaving his hotel room he made sure to lock everything up and make his bed just in case someone was to come over. He wasn't really expecting anything to happen but if something did then he wanted to be ready. 'I could not get her out of my mind last night.' he thought to himself.

Turns immediately began trotting towards the cafe that he and Argenta had visited last night.the snow was still blanketing the ground, but it had stopped snowing. He could see many hoof-prints heading up towards the cafe. He hoped that he wasn't just being toyed with like a few mares before Argenta had done.

Turns decided to stop and wait just outside the Cafe and wait for Argenta.

[Xiee]

Argenta was already there. She had just finished an early morning patrol and had breakfast. On her table was a bowl of hot Borscht, its redish color seemed to invite and it's delicious aroma filled the air. This has been one of Argenta's favorite foods, the lingering smell of beetroot, tomatoes and a few aromatic spices enlivened it. It was generously filled with Potatoes, Celery and Cabbage/ It was complimented by a piece of bread that Argenta graciously dipped into the bowl, filling it with a delicious reddish hue. To top it all off, she generously added a bit of sour cream on the bread. She had not noticed Turns arrival outside the cafe. She continued to enjoy her meal.

[DJpinkypie]

Turns decided to enter the cafe. Looking around he found Argenta sitting at a table on the other side of the room. "Good morning," He began aas he sat down at the other side of the table, "I hope you slept good last night."

Argenta lookedd as if she had been up and about already, while he had overslept just a tad bit, and was still a little groggy in the head.

[Xiee]

"Oh good morning." Argenta smiled. "Oh I had a good sleep. I was up early though to do my early morning patrol. And I love having breakfast Borscht at this cafe. Perhaps you should grab a bite to eat before we leave? It's going to be a trek later." She smiled as she called the waiter.

[DJpinkypie]

"Maybe, but breakfast is on me this morning." Turns replied as he saw the waiter walk up to the table. "I would like to have some coffee and some eggs if you don't mind." Turns smiled as the waiter took his order and trotted of towards the kitchen.

"So the ostrov district, correct?" Turns asked

[Xiee]

"Yes..." Argenta replied as she scooped the bread once more into the Borscht. "It's where airships dock. I've been there only once but today was my chance to patrol the area again. You might find it rather breath-taking." She finished up her Borscht and sipped on some warm tea.

[DJpinkypie]

"It sounds amazing." Turns replied after sipping on his coffee. "I cant wait to see the are from that far up." Secretly Turns was just glad that he would be there with Argenta, if it weren't for her then he probably wouldnt even know what this place was called.

[Xiee]

With breakfast done. Argenta had led Turns into one of the Sky Carriages that regularly made stops into the city above. This particular carriage was drawn by 4 Pegasus Ponies. It was one of the medium sized air carriages that could carry 12 ponies. Turns and Argenta boarded as she nodded to the familiar old Griffon conductor who by now was used to her patrol routes. It took of and made its way to the city above. Argenta could tell that turns had never been in the sky before so she could not help see him being a bit anxious and cautious at the same time.