JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1MK24l6lL6
I had been working on making a variety of finger sandwiches all day, and now they were laid out perfectly on the table, each one crafted with care. The ponies gathered around, each excited for different reasons, their eyes wide as they anticipated the treats.
PINKIE PIE79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡStxlJm65zQ
Oooh! I hope there's something sweet in there!79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMI4Nf5bOE4
She bounced in place, practically vibrating with energy.
RARITY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhHpEFR4FXr
The presentation is just lovely, darling! Such delicate sandwiches, truly a masterpiece of culinary art!79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXWhZxaboux
She sighed dramatically, as if the sight of them was enough to bring her joy.
RAINBOW DASH79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡS1dR83FbZL
I just want to know which ones have the most flavor!79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXZuzwvfTZl
Her wings flared out slightly, as if ready to swoop in for the first bite.
JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡm5QpmPIQmW
I smiled, amused by their different reactions. But the finishing touch was letting Discord pick the pattern for the teapot.
DISCORD79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡYT6It2OrOj
Ooh, this is a decision that requires my particular brand of chaos!79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡR95oMoDywF
He hovered in the air, stroking his goatee thoughtfully. With a snap of his fingers, he conjured a porcelain teapot in front of him, and on its side appeared a picture of an oxeye daisy.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtPPLo70yKY
I like this one. Simple, yet elegant!
JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAim92EyMRf
I nodded in approval.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVWH1Y2aDpT
Perfect choice, Discord. It suits the occasion.
DISCORD79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBa4TtpWpWx
Well, of course! I have impeccable taste, you know.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPsy6tuMero
He gave a smug grin, twirling the teapot with one finger before setting it down gently on the table.
TWILIGHT79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡn1dRVpsMSp
This tea party setup is amazing, Jeremy! It’s clear you’ve put a lot of thought into it.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPg3Iz9PpYY
She levitated a sandwich with her magic, inspecting it with her usual analytical gaze.
CELESTIA79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVAh4EsdM6A
Indeed, everything looks wonderful. I can’t wait to try these.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMGhbdsuFki
She smiled warmly, her royal demeanor softened by the casual atmosphere.
As the sandwiches were passed around, each pony found their favorite, and the conversations flowed as easily as the tea being poured from the charming teapot.
FLUTTERSHY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVIVy5na43A
This cucumber sandwich is just delightful. Thank you for all your hard work, Jeremy.
JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAU0mptfWmp
It was my pleasure. I’m just glad you all are enjoying it!J
JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡynnveV3Xyy
I gestured toward the additional platters laid out on the table.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJtwD1OFwlj
"I didn't just bring sandwiches, of course. These here are different kinds of vegetarian sushi."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡs9dMlRkURe
The ponies' eyes lit up with curiosity as they leaned in to inspect the neatly arranged rolls.
TWILIGHT SPARKLE79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4mPTvhbEp5
"Sushi? I’ve read about that, but I’ve never tried it!"79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9IZOJod5CH
She levitated a piece to examine closely.
RARITY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhBR79gnvgF
Her eyes sparkled as she admired the presentation.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡo4R460h8Kr
"Darling, they look positively exquisite! Such an artful way to prepare food."
JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡuRPOkqOywJ
I continued, pointing to another tray.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡo7dbc8UKZ8
"These are ants on a log, an Earth dish. But instead of using normal celery, I substituted a Chinese vegetable called bok choy."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxsG7ug3Z3K
The ponies looked intrigued, especially Applejack, who seemed particularly interested in the new flavors.
APPLEJACK79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUXf2niPzuA
"Now that’s somethin' different! We ain’t got bok choy back at Sweet Apple Acres, but I reckon I’ll give it a try!"79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡP8Z0XZC7MV
She grabbed a piece and took a thoughtful bite, her expression brightening.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡojZoBG4eOo
"Not bad at all, Jeremy!"
PINKIE PIE79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgqiLEm7DzW
Already munching on one of the ants on a log, she bounced excitedly.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡep5BSKrvo1
"This is so crunchy and yummy! What's next?"
JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaySbDeU8od
"I’ve also brought a selection of 20 different teas from around the world."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsjhnJPuPdj
I motioned toward the beautifully arranged teapots, each labeled with the tea it contained.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKB7cLrNwl1
"You’ve got choices like peppermint, spearmint, black currant, Irish mint, lemon, raspberry, licorice root, corn, green tea, matcha, jasmine blooming, coriander, cinnamon, sage, turmeric—each one offering its own unique flavor."
FLUTTERSHY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡj12StksljV
Her eyes went wide with delight as she looked over the choices.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡC8ipC4Invr
"Oh my, so many teas! I think I'll start with the jasmine blooming... it sounds lovely."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4IoAzIHzMq
She delicately poured herself a cup, watching in awe as the jasmine flower unfurled in the hot water.
CELESTIA79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJpBExAiDdh
Taking a deep breath, she inhaled the aroma of the various teas.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfmrRvYPFCM
"Jeremy, this is truly impressive. Such a wide variety—it’s like taking a culinary tour of the world."
DISCORD79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡivxSQnHnY1
Smirking mischievously as he picked up a cup.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsb2bVrTK55
"I’ll take something unexpected, something chaotic. Licorice root, yes, that’ll do nicely."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ74JfH316xB
He poured himself a cup and took a sip, his mismatched eyes twinkling with satisfaction.
RAINBOW DASH79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCgcmhTZ08G
"Twenty teas, huh? Which one’s the strongest? I need something with a bit of a kick!"
JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXlGk8eH2Se
"Try the matcha or the cinnamon—those should pack a bit of a punch."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡqpczkHnVok
Rainbow Dash nodded approvingly, grabbing a cup and pouring herself some cinnamon tea.
As the ponies explored the new foods and teas, the air filled with the pleasant hum of conversation and laughter, each of them delighted by the new flavors and experiences.
PINKIE PIE79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFJxZxF3wFr
With her usual exuberance, she clinked her teacup with everyone’s and declared loudly:79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfKGlvff74Q
"Best tea party EVER!"
And with that, they all dug into the spread, enjoying the relaxing afternoon tea with newfound friends.
CAPTAIN PICARD79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOWrpruVtOG
Stepping into the scene, Captain Picard glanced around at the elaborate tea spread, his eyes lighting up with a touch of surprise and admiration.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbGEwUy7NzS
"Sorry we're late."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJw57ackHqj
He picked up a ham and Havarti sandwich and smiled as he poured himself a cup of Earl Grey.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsJyiRZ4Zjz
"Oh my, quite the spread indeed."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡStcpu8I5cF
Taking a sip of his tea, he nodded approvingly.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ64tG1QBzer
"Earl Grey, hot... as always."
JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrt2FaOWtF0
Smiling at Picard's appreciation, I added:79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMbnSYeGGEL
"Actually, 21 different teas in total, Captain."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHXJrA8xMFw
I motioned toward the assortment of teapots.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbfO7frqebw
"I forgot to mention Earl Grey earlier, but it’s here too, just for you."
PICARD79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXUjtWCWkWp
Amused, he raised an eyebrow.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwcQJhjruI0
"How thoughtful."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡs59bVFna8u
He took another sip, savoring the familiar taste.
JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡa8jY8CE7Ho
"But as some of you may not know, you can drink tea iced too. It's just as good, if not better in my book, especially with teas like peppermint, black currant, or licorice root."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb0B7ao6XRS
I pointed to the ice-filled glasses set aside, ready for anyone wanting to try their tea chilled.
TWILIGHT SPARKLE79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡyEekuVOsyA
Curious, Twilight floated an ice cube into her cup of peppermint tea.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1vDq1hA5dn
"Iced tea? That’s something new. I think I’ll give it a try!"79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJKBpBtXhjZ
She took a sip and her eyes widened in surprise.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡiHBLMMvGe7
"Oh, it’s really refreshing this way!"
PICARD79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpTy4wVopLM
With his usual calm demeanor, Picard glanced at his hot cup of Earl Grey, then at the iced teas, intrigued but unmoved.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnnEMPefxT1
"I think I’ll stick to my usual for now, but I do appreciate the variety."
DISCORD79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3xxX99h3Qd
Snapping his fingers, Discord instantly filled a glass with iced licorice root tea.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnS6RKdosZZ
"Iced tea, you say? Why, I’ll take mine with a bit of chaos."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ32nSB24VDt
He swirled the ice cubes with a spoon, causing them to turn into tiny floating tea leaves.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ33pzZSQYxY
"Now this is fun!"79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmfD1o8dHcr
He sipped dramatically, clearly enjoying the reaction from the others.
PINKIE PIE79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡiyFsB4QNCQ
"Ooh, iced tea! I’ll take it with a little extra sugar!"79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpSATe2rpxj
She poured herself some black currant iced tea, tossing in a few sugar cubes and stirring energetically.
JEREMY79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzA9LsXyDuJ
Grinning at how everyone was getting into the tea, I sat back and watched as they explored the different flavors, both hot and iced.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoPDwzN2iNi
"Glad to see everyone enjoying the spread. It's not just a tea party—it's an adventure in flavors!"
Jeremy79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPtY3OoylY2
"One thing I highly recommend is getting games you can all play together. There’s nothing like bonding over a great multiplayer session, and luckily, there are a ton of awesome options out there. To help you get started, here are my top 10 picks for games you can enjoy as a group:"
Palworld79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3cetmLYapV
"Palworld is a creature-collecting game with survival elements. It’s got a cool mix of action, crafting, and adorable pals to help you out. Perfect for adventuring together."Rust79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJGIpCpd0e4
"Think of it like Palworld but without the creature collecting. It’s pure survival in a harsh environment. Team up, build bases, and watch each other’s backs."Don't Starve Together79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4yj2z609JK
"This is a 2D survival game with a quirky art style and eerie atmosphere. It’s perfect for your next sleepover. You’ll need to work together to survive in this wild, unpredictable world."The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoz3RgkOFtK
"While Skyrim isn’t normally considered a multiplayer game, with mods, it can become one. If you install the 'Skyrim Together' mod, you and your friends can explore the vast world of Tamriel as a group of adventurers."Fallout 479Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5ZNWvBWMti
"Similar to Skyrim, Fallout 4 can also be modded to allow multiplayer through 'F4 Together.' It’s post-apocalyptic mayhem with friends, where you can explore and fight your way through the wasteland."RuneScape79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0yrDwDJ6uv
"This MMORPG is a classic and it's free! You can team up, complete quests, and explore the world of Gielinor. There’s always something to do, and you can play together for hours."Old School RuneScape79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡump0zrgKyT
"If you prefer the nostalgia of the original RuneScape, Old School RuneScape is also free and has a dedicated community. The mechanics and quests are simpler, but the adventures are just as grand."Wobbly Life79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡyGZ7aez6dL
"This is a fun, sandbox game where you can roam around, complete tasks, and just have a wobbly good time. It’s lighthearted, silly, and perfect for a fun multiplayer experience."Stardew Valley79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXXT9Uq85MJ
"This farming game lets you build and grow your farm together with friends. Plant crops, raise animals, fish, and even go mining together. It’s super relaxing and cooperative."Rising World79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUnHWjFaiG2
"A survival game with voxel-based building elements, meaning you can craft and create anything you imagine. It’s got a great mix of exploration, crafting, and survival, and is a fun game to play with others."
Jeremy79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtZ9FKcpXwx
"So, whether you’re in for some intense survival, relaxing farming, or massive exploration, there’s something on this list for everyone. And remember, playing together is the best part! Happy gaming!"
Jeremy79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoIOY9a6agt
"Oh!" Jeremy snapped his fingers, turning to Discord. "Didn’t you have a gift you wanted to give?"
Discord79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUZecKTxSL9
"Oh yeah!" Discord exclaimed, excitedly. "Jeremy helped me with this! He showed me this thing on the holodeck called Minecraft. I figured it's something you all would enjoy, so I even got a Minecraft account for each of you!" He grinned mischievously, clearly thrilled with himself.
Jeremy79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVHJhUblSOL
"And," Jeremy chimed in, "he’s got a favor to ask you, Celestia. Since we’re getting internet, I wanted to bring up something else—did Shining Armor mention my thoughts on automating some of the kingdom's processes for helping ponies with certain permits?"
Celestia79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHsEPmq0JXH
She tilted her head thoughtfully. "You know, I did get a letter from him about that. Something about automating, but... I haven’t had a chance to read it thoroughly."
Jeremy79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnTwKAjC1qY
"Well, I’ll be providing the server and setting up the software to help make it easier for your kingdom to process all of that."
Luna79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdOHfKoYbKG
Curious, Luna raised an eyebrow. "What exactly is a server?"
Jeremy79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXaIsfAx14o
"You see that black sphere in the middle of the table, playing music? That's a smart speaker. You wake it by saying, 'Alexa.' Watch this—" Jeremy looked at Luna. "Go ahead and ask it."
Luna79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvZ6YAN5gqk
"Alexa," Luna said carefully, "what is a server, in terms of a computer?"
Alexa79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrjLw5o4YLm
"A server is a type of computer that holds software and shares it with other computers or devices. It can host websites, store files, or, in the case of a game server, store game data."
Luna79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdg5sBKb2dM
"Aha!" Luna's eyes lit up in understanding. "So it quite literally serves up the software or files. That makes sense."
Jeremy79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5hnbOYHumH
"Exactly! And once we set everything up, the server will manage the automated tasks to help the kingdom with things like permits, information, or even simple communications between offices."
Jeremy79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvfxXcGLRPX
"But would it be too much trouble to lend me some space on the server for a Minecraft server?"
Celestia79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtwQXpPaVF4
"Well, no, not at all," Celestia responded, slightly puzzled. "Why? You’re setting it up, so why did you feel the need to ask?"
Jeremy79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡYxlHS8e3mS
"Because I wanted to be honest," Jeremy explained, a bit more seriously. "I’ve tried my fill of free Minecraft hosting, and the limitations are... well, they’re frustrating. Most of those services limit how many players you can have and impose all sorts of restrictions. And, to be honest, I really can’t afford a monthly server fee for something better."
Celestia79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSAeCOBBhSA
"Oh," she nodded, her expression softening. "That makes sense. I see what you mean. The last thing we’d want is to have some hidden server running that we don’t know about or trust. You’re making a valuable point there. So, tell me more about your Minecraft server."
Jeremy79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡu8sWofvOKP
"Well, it’s based on a concept from a book called Snow Crash," Jeremy began, his excitement growing. "It’s called the Metaverse. And no, not the same 'Metaverse' all the tech companies in my world are fighting over, trying to integrate cryptocurrency and VR. What I’m talking about is something closer to Neal Stephenson’s original idea in the book. It’s a persistent virtual world where people can interact, build, and explore—kind of like Minecraft but with a bit more focus on immersion and creativity. Minecraft servers can simulate that, and I've been wanting to build something like it for a while."
Celestia79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ94kuErePL9
"Wow," Celestia said, genuinely impressed. "You’ve really thought this out,
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