JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgl9qYF3aZp
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 PIE140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIkdoouxFqV
Oooh! I hope there's something sweet in there!140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5ULzwQalUA
She bounced in place, practically vibrating with energy.
RARITY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡkgW4OuCacB
The presentation is just lovely, darling! Such delicate sandwiches, truly a masterpiece of culinary art!140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzTmUuv0xwZ
She sighed dramatically, as if the sight of them was enough to bring her joy.
RAINBOW DASH140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCoOamRfwIB
I just want to know which ones have the most flavor!140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ93W3s0rYw9
Her wings flared out slightly, as if ready to swoop in for the first bite.
JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIpoyZoetsr
I smiled, amused by their different reactions. But the finishing touch was letting Discord pick the pattern for the teapot.
DISCORD140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ072GqXEKPS
Ooh, this is a decision that requires my particular brand of chaos!140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjCm0qYUxtK
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.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOKcNVdHtHm
I like this one. Simple, yet elegant!
JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡemLtrYkJum
I nodded in approval.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡYUcjcKASih
Perfect choice, Discord. It suits the occasion.
DISCORD140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6IMyxdF6Wc
Well, of course! I have impeccable taste, you know.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUO2oJdcUzK
He gave a smug grin, twirling the teapot with one finger before setting it down gently on the table.
TWILIGHT140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaRZpjtuW5n
This tea party setup is amazing, Jeremy! It’s clear you’ve put a lot of thought into it.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOIJonXltdk
She levitated a sandwich with her magic, inspecting it with her usual analytical gaze.
CELESTIA140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNrnCxrny4U
Indeed, everything looks wonderful. I can’t wait to try these.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzUuTYnEmoC
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.
FLUTTERSHY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡkn2Fz6cFsE
This cucumber sandwich is just delightful. Thank you for all your hard work, Jeremy.
JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3uootTjFED
It was my pleasure. I’m just glad you all are enjoying it!J
JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaifUdRbIxc
I gestured toward the additional platters laid out on the table.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡa8J2zumPYp
"I didn't just bring sandwiches, of course. These here are different kinds of vegetarian sushi."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSP95Q87Qms
The ponies' eyes lit up with curiosity as they leaned in to inspect the neatly arranged rolls.
TWILIGHT SPARKLE140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡK3yh1oDdVX
"Sushi? I’ve read about that, but I’ve never tried it!"140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNHY0mSPasN
She levitated a piece to examine closely.
RARITY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡH9uTs3JBxS
Her eyes sparkled as she admired the presentation.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡB2NBmKva2D
"Darling, they look positively exquisite! Such an artful way to prepare food."
JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡS7NN5rIaio
I continued, pointing to another tray.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡurFl44VvPm
"These are ants on a log, an Earth dish. But instead of using normal celery, I substituted a Chinese vegetable called bok choy."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡX7HZ3DZzFz
The ponies looked intrigued, especially Applejack, who seemed particularly interested in the new flavors.
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"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!"140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡkqaBqzUmnT
She grabbed a piece and took a thoughtful bite, her expression brightening.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡs2FHtZTqLz
"Not bad at all, Jeremy!"
PINKIE PIE140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡw0N81rwug4
Already munching on one of the ants on a log, she bounced excitedly.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgunGOs4jzQ
"This is so crunchy and yummy! What's next?"
JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIzpmj75mxS
"I’ve also brought a selection of 20 different teas from around the world."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWuUEF1VyMz
I motioned toward the beautifully arranged teapots, each labeled with the tea it contained.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7qlInGkt9r
"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."
FLUTTERSHY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLFjOLHzxx3
Her eyes went wide with delight as she looked over the choices.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡow8QZvd6CY
"Oh my, so many teas! I think I'll start with the jasmine blooming... it sounds lovely."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfUCCeqjh1S
She delicately poured herself a cup, watching in awe as the jasmine flower unfurled in the hot water.
CELESTIA140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsnBihkzBUE
Taking a deep breath, she inhaled the aroma of the various teas.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKuliU18Hm3
"Jeremy, this is truly impressive. Such a wide variety—it’s like taking a culinary tour of the world."
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Smirking mischievously as he picked up a cup.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRaCjjtMQOC
"I’ll take something unexpected, something chaotic. Licorice root, yes, that’ll do nicely."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhgwPfBx8h4
He poured himself a cup and took a sip, his mismatched eyes twinkling with satisfaction.
RAINBOW DASH140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡydTLHxXe1S
"Twenty teas, huh? Which one’s the strongest? I need something with a bit of a kick!"
JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpK6YwG3lu6
"Try the matcha or the cinnamon—those should pack a bit of a punch."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPNrLurqzi5
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.
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With her usual exuberance, she clinked her teacup with everyone’s and declared loudly:140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBoH6LJCPnP
"Best tea party EVER!"
And with that, they all dug into the spread, enjoying the relaxing afternoon tea with newfound friends.
CAPTAIN PICARD140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡi1L3StYyi9
Stepping into the scene, Captain Picard glanced around at the elaborate tea spread, his eyes lighting up with a touch of surprise and admiration.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNCgnYXUfEA
"Sorry we're late."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEQSEh7oy5S
He picked up a ham and Havarti sandwich and smiled as he poured himself a cup of Earl Grey.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnWN2MOqHPR
"Oh my, quite the spread indeed."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡictmiYC53N
Taking a sip of his tea, he nodded approvingly.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBylZLv1J1B
"Earl Grey, hot... as always."
JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡYsjGqf3jAW
Smiling at Picard's appreciation, I added:140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡz1ppHz1ZhJ
"Actually, 21 different teas in total, Captain."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlD9q6zN0nC
I motioned toward the assortment of teapots.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSlz14dk9nj
"I forgot to mention Earl Grey earlier, but it’s here too, just for you."
PICARD140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡut8Zz4rBtk
Amused, he raised an eyebrow.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVs1LRDvOfR
"How thoughtful."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOq0l2KkO9P
He took another sip, savoring the familiar taste.
JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ38NrL7lMJQ
"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."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxWuk0kjTx0
I pointed to the ice-filled glasses set aside, ready for anyone wanting to try their tea chilled.
TWILIGHT SPARKLE140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfpdKPcB10E
Curious, Twilight floated an ice cube into her cup of peppermint tea.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3lEeADDUxK
"Iced tea? That’s something new. I think I’ll give it a try!"140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUMbV5Z6LaN
She took a sip and her eyes widened in surprise.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQdwMtD0Jfg
"Oh, it’s really refreshing this way!"
PICARD140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4zp1y3DhaJ
With his usual calm demeanor, Picard glanced at his hot cup of Earl Grey, then at the iced teas, intrigued but unmoved.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVbZ5HAYGAE
"I think I’ll stick to my usual for now, but I do appreciate the variety."
DISCORD140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSTwnaNC9R0
Snapping his fingers, Discord instantly filled a glass with iced licorice root tea.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡH8Vg9WonHs
"Iced tea, you say? Why, I’ll take mine with a bit of chaos."140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTSlxZ9BNbc
He swirled the ice cubes with a spoon, causing them to turn into tiny floating tea leaves.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmZncjL7f9l
"Now this is fun!"140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFAgUyjkC0S
He sipped dramatically, clearly enjoying the reaction from the others.
PINKIE PIE140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡK9zgA8EbTS
"Ooh, iced tea! I’ll take it with a little extra sugar!"140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrEDstG6eqi
She poured herself some black currant iced tea, tossing in a few sugar cubes and stirring energetically.
JEREMY140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6KI4XxaSMU
Grinning at how everyone was getting into the tea, I sat back and watched as they explored the different flavors, both hot and iced.140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡYrVwnkQqpK
"Glad to see everyone enjoying the spread. It's not just a tea party—it's an adventure in flavors!"
Jeremy140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzzEoavxTgd
"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:"
Palworld140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡem3wDeCAJ5
"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."Rust140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrbPm9yGDHs
"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 Together140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQLgzyEhSiJ
"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 Edition140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQKlkB8OFmT
"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 4140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzjw2mplOru
"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."RuneScape140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtMgqt9fLta
"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 RuneScape140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBInaPNce7W
"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 Life140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFgimlS0fRQ
"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 Valley140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMfcIpyY3AK
"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 World140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbGhYILrSiC
"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."
Jeremy140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZb1UYP2Qu1
"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!"
Jeremy140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7N8PEAJDUs
"Oh!" Jeremy snapped his fingers, turning to Discord. "Didn’t you have a gift you wanted to give?"
Discord140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡV4hqtPaAG3
"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.
Jeremy140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2R714KaWgQ
"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?"
Celestia140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡkLTNNq8GHX
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."
Jeremy140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhn0gbCLZcV
"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."
Luna140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPK957uVwXr
Curious, Luna raised an eyebrow. "What exactly is a server?"
Jeremy140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJB6EA64lHf
"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."
Luna140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡqy7f2e7jdC
"Alexa," Luna said carefully, "what is a server, in terms of a computer?"
Alexa140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfDjvxoqRXj
"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."
Luna140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDnRjLVBgkN
"Aha!" Luna's eyes lit up in understanding. "So it quite literally serves up the software or files. That makes sense."
Jeremy140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOb0s9CHA30
"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."
Jeremy140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb23cqPppWx
"But would it be too much trouble to lend me some space on the server for a Minecraft server?"
Celestia140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIaN5e4ebcp
"Well, no, not at all," Celestia responded, slightly puzzled. "Why? You’re setting it up, so why did you feel the need to ask?"
Jeremy140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡG7ke5gCWEP
"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."
Celestia140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8K6qWQvfPY
"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."
Jeremy140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPTz8d8RBfN
"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."
Celestia140Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEz2OSWOilC
"Wow," Celestia said, genuinely impressed. "You’ve really thought this out,
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