JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡawTDuYW31u
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 PIE38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡH0FkX4LW3I
Oooh! I hope there's something sweet in there!38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡspiWDUEap7
She bounced in place, practically vibrating with energy.
RARITY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzaLb96v8OT
The presentation is just lovely, darling! Such delicate sandwiches, truly a masterpiece of culinary art!38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrwvp1xpvv0
She sighed dramatically, as if the sight of them was enough to bring her joy.
RAINBOW DASH38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlderyIJzJo
I just want to know which ones have the most flavor!38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzjKSqpKIoS
Her wings flared out slightly, as if ready to swoop in for the first bite.
JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb1YBWmw2kC
I smiled, amused by their different reactions. But the finishing touch was letting Discord pick the pattern for the teapot.
DISCORD38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1rYvjC3ejp
Ooh, this is a decision that requires my particular brand of chaos!38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvg8KlzRHql
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.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡg0UTb1fyXC
I like this one. Simple, yet elegant!
JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpi1yndJ70e
I nodded in approval.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvxykMuHjgc
Perfect choice, Discord. It suits the occasion.
DISCORD38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9NAjBxrmam
Well, of course! I have impeccable taste, you know.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡy89FQY82fm
He gave a smug grin, twirling the teapot with one finger before setting it down gently on the table.
TWILIGHT38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeA7hKELlUc
This tea party setup is amazing, Jeremy! It’s clear you’ve put a lot of thought into it.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnJgbFCXnQs
She levitated a sandwich with her magic, inspecting it with her usual analytical gaze.
CELESTIA38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3fJvnElwqW
Indeed, everything looks wonderful. I can’t wait to try these.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCZ9vcrRCi7
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.
FLUTTERSHY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjumYcEIC7J
This cucumber sandwich is just delightful. Thank you for all your hard work, Jeremy.
JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb4SZ0yuaun
It was my pleasure. I’m just glad you all are enjoying it!J
JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡuNzoGKatjz
I gestured toward the additional platters laid out on the table.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡD1W6J3QoTL
"I didn't just bring sandwiches, of course. These here are different kinds of vegetarian sushi."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaLH1Fsup5C
The ponies' eyes lit up with curiosity as they leaned in to inspect the neatly arranged rolls.
TWILIGHT SPARKLE38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEEXTyFWZAE
"Sushi? I’ve read about that, but I’ve never tried it!"38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpaVuHhD3ED
She levitated a piece to examine closely.
RARITY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdPKsA0WL6x
Her eyes sparkled as she admired the presentation.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcvphmpPMW7
"Darling, they look positively exquisite! Such an artful way to prepare food."
JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6cD2yEcq4C
I continued, pointing to another tray.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbYB2wEsHz2
"These are ants on a log, an Earth dish. But instead of using normal celery, I substituted a Chinese vegetable called bok choy."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTCIXcCvLhC
The ponies looked intrigued, especially Applejack, who seemed particularly interested in the new flavors.
APPLEJACK38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9hxHLR0edU
"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!"38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡq2qFBDAcVw
She grabbed a piece and took a thoughtful bite, her expression brightening.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvgpEWbD8Aj
"Not bad at all, Jeremy!"
PINKIE PIE38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7emSQZlfQT
Already munching on one of the ants on a log, she bounced excitedly.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBnGB2eAipD
"This is so crunchy and yummy! What's next?"
JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKGKqY6GE8c
"I’ve also brought a selection of 20 different teas from around the world."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAlaGhKLY5z
I motioned toward the beautifully arranged teapots, each labeled with the tea it contained.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ103Xi7YZ53
"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."
FLUTTERSHY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQUqF0gK7BI
Her eyes went wide with delight as she looked over the choices.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡK1KaALaQDl
"Oh my, so many teas! I think I'll start with the jasmine blooming... it sounds lovely."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrsshCDCsoR
She delicately poured herself a cup, watching in awe as the jasmine flower unfurled in the hot water.
CELESTIA38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡldJsfYOm1P
Taking a deep breath, she inhaled the aroma of the various teas.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4TSydToY6C
"Jeremy, this is truly impressive. Such a wide variety—it’s like taking a culinary tour of the world."
DISCORD38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhk7J4o8wXh
Smirking mischievously as he picked up a cup.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡijYpuseFXa
"I’ll take something unexpected, something chaotic. Licorice root, yes, that’ll do nicely."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡr7ZN3oiDAO
He poured himself a cup and took a sip, his mismatched eyes twinkling with satisfaction.
RAINBOW DASH38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡL40GTSBfgY
"Twenty teas, huh? Which one’s the strongest? I need something with a bit of a kick!"
JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjli1IEn9QA
"Try the matcha or the cinnamon—those should pack a bit of a punch."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPaDDxh5UEO
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 PIE38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMMsQ4g0AAv
With her usual exuberance, she clinked her teacup with everyone’s and declared loudly:38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1NJGvf7IWt
"Best tea party EVER!"
And with that, they all dug into the spread, enjoying the relaxing afternoon tea with newfound friends.
CAPTAIN PICARD38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ18MUZ4DtJx
Stepping into the scene, Captain Picard glanced around at the elaborate tea spread, his eyes lighting up with a touch of surprise and admiration.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡusSk2aN2J9
"Sorry we're late."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlwjIMdpALK
He picked up a ham and Havarti sandwich and smiled as he poured himself a cup of Earl Grey.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡB5MbXiBYJU
"Oh my, quite the spread indeed."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKhsUzG2Nmu
Taking a sip of his tea, he nodded approvingly.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRo032Ch4VE
"Earl Grey, hot... as always."
JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwJb6kBRVMc
Smiling at Picard's appreciation, I added:38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoceKv7pITc
"Actually, 21 different teas in total, Captain."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDUgYehAAMj
I motioned toward the assortment of teapots.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbVkBRaPbkW
"I forgot to mention Earl Grey earlier, but it’s here too, just for you."
PICARD38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDBxSZdXGBF
Amused, he raised an eyebrow.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbqOFoajE76
"How thoughtful."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtz5JahuVno
He took another sip, savoring the familiar taste.
JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4pNabk35ie
"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."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRhcaZrtLNR
I pointed to the ice-filled glasses set aside, ready for anyone wanting to try their tea chilled.
TWILIGHT SPARKLE38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvNzt5RlTNG
Curious, Twilight floated an ice cube into her cup of peppermint tea.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKzu5NT49zd
"Iced tea? That’s something new. I think I’ll give it a try!"38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTBYnYryaz3
She took a sip and her eyes widened in surprise.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡF5Bq2OrUxo
"Oh, it’s really refreshing this way!"
PICARD38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpurfXZf5wK
With his usual calm demeanor, Picard glanced at his hot cup of Earl Grey, then at the iced teas, intrigued but unmoved.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEfmDf66z4Z
"I think I’ll stick to my usual for now, but I do appreciate the variety."
DISCORD38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxw06vN39Wb
Snapping his fingers, Discord instantly filled a glass with iced licorice root tea.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0AO7Cn6yNo
"Iced tea, you say? Why, I’ll take mine with a bit of chaos."38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaafVdKBl0t
He swirled the ice cubes with a spoon, causing them to turn into tiny floating tea leaves.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLYnwJn6UL2
"Now this is fun!"38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzmrLAm8hne
He sipped dramatically, clearly enjoying the reaction from the others.
PINKIE PIE38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwLGqMegSNi
"Ooh, iced tea! I’ll take it with a little extra sugar!"38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb5NRQVHASE
She poured herself some black currant iced tea, tossing in a few sugar cubes and stirring energetically.
JEREMY38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ69NYLgVRz1
Grinning at how everyone was getting into the tea, I sat back and watched as they explored the different flavors, both hot and iced.38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSuwLHMZtUh
"Glad to see everyone enjoying the spread. It's not just a tea party—it's an adventure in flavors!"
Jeremy38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡF1snTJi0z9
"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:"
Palworld38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡYhA19fSZXQ
"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."Rust38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgJ9whPIjie
"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 Together38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCnWHyaNXsB
"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 Edition38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡL8qDy8e95e
"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 438Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡm2Cpn8iuzR
"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."RuneScape38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRHDHE6Hqd7
"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 RuneScape38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOKGPTjA0NR
"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 Life38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVnXLlj8jF4
"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 Valley38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQddlXBw35F
"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 World38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBJlUEMbSW6
"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."
Jeremy38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCYzkZkHayM
"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!"
Jeremy38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡul7OB4W9ls
"Oh!" Jeremy snapped his fingers, turning to Discord. "Didn’t you have a gift you wanted to give?"
Discord38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡK0HohS64nR
"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.
Jeremy38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8Qq3zqPdFu
"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?"
Celestia38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrNv2R5oBSU
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."
Jeremy38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzEyshU1LX8
"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."
Luna38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDG35jGZU32
Curious, Luna raised an eyebrow. "What exactly is a server?"
Jeremy38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1gUCk6JnHB
"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."
Luna38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoxTC9Ct2vg
"Alexa," Luna said carefully, "what is a server, in terms of a computer?"
Alexa38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpwpcl3Ll8r
"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."
Luna38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXapc4IjcpI
"Aha!" Luna's eyes lit up in understanding. "So it quite literally serves up the software or files. That makes sense."
Jeremy38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtXMuUvixRD
"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."
Jeremy38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsvrfsf5m5r
"But would it be too much trouble to lend me some space on the server for a Minecraft server?"
Celestia38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡqrfUftweEb
"Well, no, not at all," Celestia responded, slightly puzzled. "Why? You’re setting it up, so why did you feel the need to ask?"
Jeremy38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2wdknELrG2
"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."
Celestia38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmgAJoB51OS
"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."
Jeremy38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwoxJp42Yhx
"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."
Celestia38Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEaqeLKbEY2
"Wow," Celestia said, genuinely impressed. "You’ve really thought this out,
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