Homely Dash and Anon *FINISHED*

Excuse any mistakes for the moment. I'll clean this up when I can. And thanks for reading!

>You've been in Ponyville for almost a year now to finally hear this.
>It explains why Rainbow hasn't really been near many stallions
>Just the main six and you.
>You've dismissed it as her just not being the type to date
>Yet it does seem odd that on her free time she spends it mainly with you
>Or at least tries to when you're not busy.
>Today wasn't any different from the other times.
>You were walking back from Twilight's after returning a few books when Rainbow arrived.
>Per usual, she whizzes past your head and shows off her flying skill
>Usually a small trick or two to wow you.
"So," She huffs, "What's the score today?"
>"Eh, about an 8. You forgot to make my ears pop"
"Give it a sec Anon" She said, "I'm working on a few second delay this time"
>"Well I'm not hear-" POP
>"GAH"
"There it is!" She triumphantly raises her hoof
>As you unpop your precious ears you remembered what that drunken Mare had said
>Is it right to ask her?
>Pretty sure she'd murder you on the spot essentially calling her ugly to her face.
>Well you could ask something that might work it's way there in a non-murderous way
>"Hey Rainbow? Small question"
"Yes Anon? And if it's about me stopping the ear thing I might. But you're too fun to do it on" she laughs to herself
>"Well it's not about that."
>"It's more of why do you try to hang out with me so much? Even when you have the chance to hang out with your friends you often choose to go and find me."

...
>...
>Silence. Awkward silence
>It was expected really, but it's been about 5 minutes of you standing, and her looking at the ground
>"Ahem"
>"Oh!" She jumps, "Well Anon, I just find you really fun to be around and mess with!" She smiles
>You raise your eybrow
>It's more than that and you know it
>It can't just be about her liking you
>Maybe you're just being silly
>But that thought crosses your mind again
>What if she's just getting you to like her gradually so she doesn't get rejected if she asks you to date-
"ANON" She screams it in your ear
>"JESUS FUCK"
"Sorry about that, you were just standing there like you were monologuing or somethin that egghead does"
>She's buzzing next your face waiting on you to have your hearing again
>Reminder to visit some form of doctor in this town to save your hearing after Rainbow is done with it

>Well there goes your train of thought for a bit
"That was an interesting question Anon, I thought you were gonna tell me to go away or something"
>"Oh no, it's nice being around you, I just wanted to know why."
>Rainbow looks up and smiles at that statement
>Well that went well-ish
>Now then, time to subtly ask another leading question
>"So Rainbow, have you ever had a boyfriend?"
>You swore you saw her turn beet red
>Or purple, she is blue you know
"I-I-I well, no... but I've definitely turned down a f-f-few."
>Stammering
>HNNNGGG
"Being with friends is definitely better" Calming down now, "Plus I have to fly often to even have a shot with the Wonderbolts!"
>"And how long ago was the last time you had to turn down someone?"
...
>There it is

>"Rainbow?"
"mmmfmm..."
>Mumbling, and she took the bait
>"What was that?" You grin slightly, "Couldn't hear you"
"It'smmfm...while..."
>Incoming confession by one Rainbow Dash
>"One last time, I think I still need to pop my ears again"
She sighs in a sad tone, "It's been a few years... well not few. But about 8, just a small guy crush in elementary school. Nothing too serious.."
>You lose your grin
>Oh god, It's gonna hit me isn't it.
"Then I got my cutie mark and that was it. He ignored me, sure it was when we were young."
>She flutters back down to the the ground before she starts, staring lamely into the ground
"But it's different now, I stated getting bullied by a few colts later on, then it was more... it was a large chunk of the kids in high school."
>You try to sit near to at least comfort her before she starts to get into anything too deep like sobbing
>But for better judgement you just sit down a few feet away
>"Ironically I was defending Fluttershy from those same jerks right before I got my mark, the wow of that Rainboom only lasted for so long.." Sniff, "She was one of my few friends in there that didn't call me names for how I looked, I stayed by her and she did the same for me"
>Your emotions start to get the better of you but you hold it, you've been there before.
>But in a world of constant love and friendship, it must be hard to even be ridiculed for something so small
"That's why I try for the Wonderbolts so often, I can be amazing And be hidden by their suit, I can dye my main and everything. No one would know!"

"Even then, maybe. Just maybe, I can be away from all of that. To maybe be called a prettymare by everyone..." Tears start forming, "A-a-and maybe, be called... beautiful by that special someone"
>This was a bad idea to even start this up
>You should've stopped at the first question and left it there
>She wouldn't be a mess right here in front of you
>You try to calm her down with a hug but get gently pushed away
>"Look dash," You put your hand on her shoulder
>"I've been there before, I know it's rough"
>She looks up, still very teary, and breathing somewhat heavily
>"In your world I'm exotic yet not many approach me. In my world....

>"Honestly Rainbow, I don't know where to begin."
>"I don't feel handsome, I don't feel suave"
>"Back at home, I was lucky some women looked in my direction. Much less compliment how I looked. Even other guys would mention that my looks wouldn't ever get better no matter how hard I try"
>"I wasn't even sure If I'd ever find someone..
>You rub your eyes a bit
>Opening out to someone like this is really tough
>You've never done it before to anyone, much less her. But you're in the same boat
>"And it's the same here. I'm different. I'm viewed as ugly by most ponies here for being a walking Monkey around then, along with the other various races"
>"I'm too "exotic" Yet you 6 didn't care how I looked... save for Rarity, she wanted to make me a new wardrobe immediately"
>You laugh a bit at that memory, and so does Rainbow
>Well the moods lighting up a bit
>"Before I get into too much into a sob story, what I'm trying to say is, is that you shouldn't have to worry about what others think."
>"Just the ones that care to be there with you, and look past all of the terrible things these ponies say, not care how you look."
>She smiles a bit while wiping her eyes
"T-thanks Anon." Sniff, "That really does m-mean a lot from someone that understands what I'm going through"
>Well you didn't expect any of this to happen today
>You rub your eyes, you totally weren't tearing up yourself you manly man you
>"A bit better now?"
"Better"
>A smile, and a hug
>That's all it took before you broke down
>It took a few minutes before you pulled back together
>"Excuse that, held that in a little too long"

>It's been a few weeks since that event
>Rainbow has started going around with you a lot more often
>Even more than your friends
>They all don't seem to mind, they think it's adorable
>You're not together, but it has come up when you're alone
>Most of the townsfolk try to avoid the both of you when you're walking around town
>Not like you care
>Does make errands a little tougher when she's with you
>Good thing today isn't errand day
>You're both at Sugarcube Corner having some breakfast
>Rainbow with a few cupcakes and you a simple muffin
>You have no idea how they can eat sugar so easily and not get queasy after eating so much of it
>It was quiet for a bit
>"Was" You groan
>A family of ponies entered and promptly left after seeing you and Rainbow
>"Sorry if we're making you and the Cakes lose business Pinkie"
>You say after biting your muffin
"Oh it's all A OK Anon! We don't like serving mean old jerks here" She sticks her tongue out at the door

>You sigh
>"If it's fine with you guys we'll leave for a bit"
>Dash has her mouth covered in frosting and looks up quickly
"But Anon," swallowing what was left of her meal
"I wanted to order more..." she says with a small frown after cleaning up
>You look out at the door of the shop
>"Yeah but whoever left will probably try and come back again to see if we left"
>You move your head towards Pinkie at the counter
>"Plus, we can't just have these folks lose some business because of us"
>Pinkie shouldn't mind too much if we leave, it honestly is for the better for now
"Oh it's super fine Anon if you leave" Pinkie skips to your table after messing around behind the counter and leaves a small bag
"Besides," She hops around to Dash and puts a few napkins down
"I already prepared some more for her just in case anyways!"
>Good ol Pinkie thinking ahead
>After cleaning up Dash looks at you
>Oh Jesus those eyes
>They burn with the fire of competition
"So Anon... raceyatoyourhousego!"
>And all you see is a Rainbow streak outside the door
>"Ah crap."
"Where's she off to so fast?" Pinkie says after peeking through the doorway
>You groan, and pick up her doggy bag from the table
>"No idea but she always gloats when she wins"
>You pout a bit "No far because I can't go that fast or have wings"

>As you near your home you notice that Dash is already eating her cupcakes on the top of the roof
>Ah home, pretty big for normal pony standards but big enough for you
>2 Bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen and living room.
>Almost like your old apartment
>Minus the fact that it's completely wooden and looks like a small barn
>Furnished too, even though they are a bit small for you
>"If you keep eating more of those you'll get fat and not be able to fly anymore!" You yell
"Well excuse me if I'm eating more"
>Flying down from the roof she places her last cupcake on the top of your head
>"Now what's this about" You try to take it off but promptly stopped by her moving your arm
"Leave it there" She beams, "I'm gonna try something here and if it works.."
>That grin she's making totally doesn't spell out trouble for you
>"This better not take my head out Rainbow"
"It won't I promise!"
>She flies up and way past the clouds
>If she wasn't so blue you could probably see her, but you couldn't anyways cupcake head
>So this is how it ends
"GET READY ANON"
>"I CAN"T HEAR YOU, YOU'RE REALLY FAR UP"
>Yelling contests are nice but you'd rather talk in a more... closer and not so dangerous manner
>And just like that, you see a rainbow streak come down from the heavens
>Flinching is instinct, but so is almost throwing yourself really low to the ground so your head is common sense
>WHOOSH
>There goes your ears again for the second time this week
>You pick yourself up off the ground and dust yourself off
"You mmffmm"
>"Finish your food first and then talk"
*Gulp* "I said, you shouldn't have moved, I almost missed and could've hit the ground idiot"
>"Oh yeah, cause I really knew if you weren't gonna have us both in the ground dead"
>She grins like she's proud at that statement
"Well good thing I saved us from that happening huh Anon?"
>She' hoof pumps the air while you just stand there and sigh

>Now that the near death experience is done, it's time you two talked
>You walk towards your door and turn towards Dash
>"Do you mind if we talk about something private inside?"
"Sure?"
>She looks really confused at that
>You guess it's good that she doesn't know or guess what might happen
>It's not like what happened a few weeks ago isn't too fresh in both of your minds
>Better safe than sorry
>As you both make it in you both sit on your couch in the living room
>You on the right, and her the left
>Turning towards her you scratch the back of your neck
>"I honestly don't know how to word this without sounding like an ass..."
>Still confused
"Aabbout...?"
"Well... about why the ponies here consider you..."
>Careful now
>Don't want your house wrecked here
>"Homely?"
>She sighs
"I was waiting for this to come up"
>She was?
"It doesn't bug me as much as it did before"
>Small smile appears on her face
"After talking about it with you and the girls, it definitely helped me"
>"I'm glad it did Rainbow"
>That was easy, bullet dodged
"One reason," she continues "Is my mane color"
>She starts messing around with her mane
>"But it's so unique to most other colors here!"
"Yeah it is... but here, natural rainbows are so common that my mane can't ever compare to one."

>"Well that's stupid because I'm pretty sure that no one else has your color."
"thanks.." She stops playing with her mane and moves her back towards you
"It's not just the color of my mane either Anon."
>Really? You don't know what else could be wrong with it besides that "offending" color
"No matter how often I brush or try to control my hair it always frazzles"
>"Wait what? Isn't it neat now?"
>Now this is weird
"For most ponies our manes are always a certain style. Pinkies is fluffy like cotton candy, Rarities is elegant in her coils."
>She starts shifting on the couch like she's uncomfortable
"Mine isn't straight, nor is it fluffy. It seems messy, the only way that it can look good enough for most is if Rarity spends almost two hours on my mane with this weird hairspray stuff"
>Giggling at the thought she now turns towards you
"And that's only really reserved for the Gala. Where I feel at least somewhat pretty"
>Well at least it hasn't turned into a mess like last time
>"Well that's a silly reason for them to think that about you"
"For most ponies, appearance is huge for them."
>"But you look like the sky!"
>That was loud of you
>But Dash doesn't mind, a large smile rewards you
"You don't have to defend me so much Anon."
>Aww
"I don't match"
>"What?"
"My colors don't match. Look at my eyes"
>You start looking into them before turning away in embarrassment
>"T-that was a little too long"
>She giggles adorably
>"But they're purple. Does it matter that much?"
>You look back at her
"They don't match my colors. You don't ever see purple in the daylight sky"

>"Are they really that vain?"
>You hope not
Sigh "Yeah, when everything is so colorful and pretty... you have to keep yourself looking your best"
>Damn that's harsh
>"Well you don't look to bad to me Dash."
>She blushes at that
"Thanks"
>You don't really get why ponies don't view her as attractive
>It all sounds like bad reasons to decide if someone doesn't look good
>Back home wasn't terribly different though, people could pick you apart
>You get up from the couch and your eyes go past your calender in the room
>In big, bold, red letters.
>Hearts and Hooves Day
>Oh shit, that's a week from now
>You weren't here for last year's as you came in the month after
"What are you staring at Anon? Lose your cool and can't look at me?"
>That sly grin makes you nervous
>"Nothing," Shh, lie
>"Was monolauging again"
>Hid it with some truth, not bad

>It's not like you actually liked Dash
>...Right?
>You found her to be not ugly by pony standards
>Doesn't mean you like her
>Or enjoy her presence
>And have fun while you're at it
>Fuck
>Dash had gotten up from the couch after you and had started to head to the kitchen
>"Are you really still hungry?"
>If she was, then damn.
"Well yeah, I did just fly extremely fast to beat you."
>She's sticking her tongue out
>Oh it's on
>"Yeah, but the more you eat the more those wings won't be able to support your fat butt!"
>Fat jokes, not like you haven't been on the receiving end of these once
>But this is all in fun, not like you meant it
"Hey now, even if I was." Fire burning in her eyes
"I still beat you here! And always will"
>You really need to consult Twilight for some sort of magic running spell to shut her up
>But for now you wanted to be alone
>Some important matters had to be discussed in your noggin
>As she's finishing a few apples from the kitchen you decided to walk over
>"Um Dash?"
"Yes?"
>"do you mind leaving for now? I gotta clean up, forgot I had Applejack come over to help me expand this house some more"
>You honestly thought that was a lie
>But it wasn't, she actually was
>With her being the element of Honesty, maybe you could talk to her about this
"Finnee, you ran out of food anyways..."
>Reminder to have a lock on your shelves whenever she's over
>As she's walking to the front door to leave you wave her goodbye for the day
>Or hours, hell if you know if she might come back

>As you close your door you wonder
>Do you actually have feelings for Dash?
>Or is it because you feel the same way about the appearance issue and you two bond through it
>Either way, you really need to figure out what it is you're feeling
>Walking towards the couch where the both of you were earlier, you sit to ponder what comes next
>Do you really want to talk it over with Applejack?
>She's the only one that will give you an honest answer
>Heh... honest
>Well you might as well ask after you two finish on adding something to the house
>Maybe porch or something, you just feel the house is small and want to add something to make it feel bigger
>As you ponder on what to add you hear a knock on the door
"Anon ya in there?"
>Ah that southern accent
>Reminds you of back home, and Texas
>You stand up from the couch to open the door to an orange sight
>"Well hello there Applejack" You Smile "Thanks for heading over here, hard to get you out of your work schedule"
>She lifts her hat at you
"Aw, well shucks. Anything for a friend, but them apples do take a lot of time ya know."
>"Oh i know I know, it's just that if I forget to ask we would've been here a month later"
"I don't mighty blame you either Anon"
>She walks into your  kitchen
>To someone else this might be rude, but she always checks every few weeks to see if your food supply is alright
>Not like you couldn't handle it yourself but it's always nice getting some apples from her
"Now Anon" She's opening a few pantries as usual "Ya seem to be missin all your apples so quickly! I just gave em to you a few days ago!"
>As you walk over to the kitchen you show her the bag Dash left and all the cores in it
"Oh hay, it was Rainbow Dash wasn't it?" Tossing the bag into the trash she walks over to you
"After flying fast she'll eat anythin' that isn't locked down tight"
>"Yeah I know, but she is a big eater"
"Ah blame Pinky on account of them treats, never quite filling"
>You both laugh at that and head outside
>"So Applejack, I was thinking about adding in a huge moat to the house and-"
>She hits your arm with a hoof
>"Owww"
>She hits hard for a gal, that work really makes her strong as hell
"Now if ya stop messing around we can actually get to discussing your actual expansion"

>"Now then, I actually think I need to make my bedroom bigger and..."
>The hours go by as you and Applejack discuss and plan out what needs to be done
>The day turns from mid-morning to almost evening
>It's been decided that your bedroom does need to be a bit bigger, it can barely fit  just one single bed and a drawer
>A porch was also in the works but you would like to finish the bedroom first
>No moats to your disdain
>The both of you are back in the house to finalize a few things
>"Ah reckon that if me, you, and Big Mac can finish this here project in about a months time, maybe less if we worked real hard towards it" She grins
>She's really excited about this
>Must be the workaholic in her
>"Now we could finish it it before a month" You rub your arms, "But I doubt I could keep up with you guys"
>She laughs at that
>"Hey now, I'm not that weak.."
"Oh it's mighty fine Anon, nothing ta worry about there. Us Apple's are real accustomed to working, heck we can get a barn up in a day if we wanted to!"
>You swore you heard some music at the end of that
>You chuckle, "Well I believe you there, and thanks again for helping with the house"
>Smiling, she moves towards the front door
"Not a a problem Anon, anything else we need to do before ah leave?"
>You walk out from the kitchen and head towards the door to see her off but you stop
>Actually yes, the Dash situation
>"Well there is one thing I needed to speak to you" You scratch at the back of your head "And it's not about the house, something more personal"
>Confused, she looks at you with a serious demeanor
"Did something bad happen?"
>"No... but it is something I'd like to talk to you before you leave"
>You walk towards the couch and sit
>Well, hopefully this goes well
>"It's about Rainbow Dash." You pause, "I don't know what I feel towards her"
>She walks over to the couch and stands in front of you
"Why's that? Did you two fight or somethin? Cause that shouldn't be a problem but-"

>"I-I think I like her..."
*Snort*
>What?
"Ahahahha, oh Anon..." She's catching her breath "Whoo boy, you darn right scared me there"
>"I-I did?"
"Sugarcube, we all knew you two had something going"
>Wait what?
>She's takes off her hat and sets it to the side
"Technically me and Rarity saw it coming but it took the other three a while to even notice somethin precious was going on. The fact that you two were always so busy smilin and having such a grand ol time together!"
>Well you could understand Twilight not noticing. Always busy doing Celestia shenanigans.
>But Pinky? You two both saw each other almost every other morning when you and Dash went for breakfast
>Fluttershy...well was Fluttershy
"Now anon," putting a hoof on your shoulder, "Dash hasn't had someone ever get close ta her, I wouldn't want her to be hurt ya know?"
>"But Applejack... I don't know if I actually do like her or not to be with her."
>She's staring at you, like you just said the stupidest thing in the world
Grinning, "Really now? How long have you been here?"
>"Almost a year."
"And how long have the two of you been around each other?"
>You think about it as you look at the ceiling
>"A-almost a year"
"You two have been almost inseparable since you came!"
>She moves on over to your calender
"Now I reckon that sometime next week, on that one day. You should ask her, don't make it too big but enough ta wow her off her hooves!"

>"Thank you so much Applejack."
>You get up to hug the southern belle... pony
>She blushes a bit
"Oh it ain't nothing Anon, you just needed a little help and I was glad ta help ya there"
>You let go of your hug and she walks over to pick up her hat
"It's gettin pretty late now and I sure gotta get back home. Granny, Mac, and Appleboom has gotta be worried and wonder where I've been."
>Surprisingly, that entire conversation with Applejack took the rest of your evening out somehow
>Time flies in this place pretty fast
>"It's fine, now I gotta figure out how to plan this all out now"
>As she's walking to the front door she turns to you with a grin
"Now I ain't the romancing type myself, but I suggest maybe getting a new wardrobe from Rarity. She'll be mighty happy to help you there considering it's for Rainbow."
>Well it's not like you really need new clothes
>But considering it's a romantic day, something other than your normal wardrobe of t-shirts, jeans, and that one black suit you wear would be better.
"Actually, visiting almost the rest of us would be a whole lot better than just Rarity"
>"Don't tell me you were all expecting this too?"
>She let's out a chuckle
"Oh maybe... just make sure in the next following days you try ta get to the rest of the group"
>Now how are you going to hide your plan from Rainbow without her noticing?
"Bye Anon! And good luck courtin that gal!"
>She walks out the door and waves goodbye
>"Thank you for helping Applejack!" You yell, "I'll be sure to do what you said"
>Feeling all warm and giddy you close the door and head to bed
>This is an actual thing now
>And things may just get better for the both of you

>It's been one hell of a week since you've spoken with Applejack
>You swore you were planning a wedding or the Gala with all this preparation
>But it's just a special event, for a special moment, for a special someone
>You were leaving Sugacube Corner with a box in hand
>"Thank you Pinky!"
"Anytime Anon!"
>Pinkie is bouncing behind the counter with a big smile. a dirty chef's hat, and her mane extremely frizzy
"Good thing you told us to make that ahead of time!"
>The Cakes appear from the kitchen and head towards the counter
>Both look extremely tired, but with a small smile on their face
>"And thank you Mr. and Mrs. Cake!" You sheepishly grin "Sorry I had to reserve the night slot, I really didn't think it would take that long"
"Oh it's ok Anon" Mr. Cake almost looks ready to pass out, "A-anything for a friend of Pinky!"
>Mr's. Cake walks to the front of the counter to see you off
"Now remember Anon, make sure it stays nice and cool until Hearts Day, also to make sure that she doesn't find it"
>"Oh I will" You wave, "Bye guys! And get some rest, you earned it!"
>Now that Pinky's part of the plan is done you head on home to hide the box
>It's time to head on to Rarity's for the next part
>"Man, this might take all day" You think to yourself
>Knowing Rarity... probably
>Twilight said it might be a while longer before hers is ready
>Fluttershy said that it'll be a few days, and that was 2 days ago
>Applejack had finished her end and was waiting on you to get the others
>This is gonna be the best pseudo-Valentines anyone can ask for

>You're honestly surprised at the fact that they had all kept it a secret from Rainbow
>Especially those outside of the main group
>Might be one of those "Pinky Promises" you've heard of
>Apparently Applejack almost broke one and all hell broke loose
>Remind yourself to be very careful not to do that
>As you near Carousal Boutique you see a white figure at the front door
>Good, Rarity was already waiting for you
>Well, time to start this long process
"Oh I'm glad you could make it dear" She opens the door, "You have no idea how much convincing I had to do for Sweetie and her friends to keep Rainbow occupied for the day"
>You wonder how she did that
"Before you ask darling, it had to do with them getting their cutie marks in... deception." She giggles at that
>"Wow, I didn't think they'd actually help here"
>As you both walk into the store Rarity begins talking
"Well Scootaloo already idolizes her to death so she was immediately ok with it"
>Walking into the far side of the Boutique she continues
"Applebloom already heard from her sister and Sweetie just followed along as well."
>She begins to take some measuring tape from a drawer
"It also helped that they simply find it adorable that you are going this far for her."
>You blush a little
>"I-I just want this to be special for her you know? She's never had something like this happen and I plan on making it awesome"
She sighs happily, "Oh Anon, chivalry isn't dead as long as wonderful guys like you are around"
>You smile at that
>The measuring begins with your waist, then your arms and so on
>It didn't take too long but it took longer than expected
>You and Rarity had conflicting interests in what you will wear, but finally settle on something you're used to
>You leave the Boutique in the same manner that you left the Corner
>Albeit a bigger box than earlier, you head on home
>It's dusk now and you're excited for tomorrow
>Thank the goddesses you have such great friend


>You wake up to a rooster from the farm crowing
>Yesterday went extremely well without a hitch
>You're thankful that Rarity had planned it out earlier than you did to distract Dash
>Otherwise that may not go as perfect as you had hoped
>Planning on heading to Twilight's for the next step you get dressed and walk out the door
>Walking towards the library you remember something
>It's been at least a few days since you've seen Dash
>It's odd for the both of you to not see each other for a few days
>Wonder who's keeping her busy this time?
>As you approach the library you can hear the faint sounds of what Twilight scolding Spike
"Spike I... that he would...any minute...ready!"
>Wow, poor Spike
>You knock on the door to find Spike open it with a frown
>"You alright there?"
"Mostly, I knew you were coming already but Twilight had to double, triple, and wake me up in the earliest of the morning to check that I had it ready.."
>He rubs his eyes and yawns
>"Sorry" You rub the back of your neck, "I really didn't think she'd pull you out THAT early in the morning"
*Yawn* "It's fine... let me go get her for you." He smiles, "And good luck, this actually made Twilight not so grumpy when she researched this"
>He yells for Twilight to come over and you hear the clops of her hooves getting near
"Thanks Spike I'll tell him how to use these" She shakes a bag with her magic
>It sounds like metal hitting other metal gently
>"Is that all that you were able to make?"
"Well these things are powerful stuff Anon. From the stuff that you told me in your world I tried to create almost the same thing"
>She grins triumphantly
>"So they're about the same?"
"Oh not the same no no no no no... these are magically enhanced. Just set hit two of them together as hard as you can, throw them on the ground and wait. Tons better than what you might've had"
>"Thank you so much Twilight"
>You hug the little nerd
"No trouble at all, just make sure you don't hold them"
>"I'll keep that in mind!"



>This bag is really light, you think to yourself
>About the size of a bag of bits
>Hopefully there's enough in here to make it as big as you hoped
>As you leave the library you begin to notice that vendors are appearing in town
>A rather sizable chunk of them are selling flowers for the upcoming day
>Some are selling little trinkets with hearts and signs that say
"BUY THIS AND FREE ENGRAVING OR FLOWERS 5 BITS"
>These folk are tailored for the ponies that didn't manage to prepare something in time for the holiday
>But you were way ahead of them
>Applejack should be done with her part you imagine
>With what Fluttershy had coming, it might not be until tomorrow when she's done
>Just as you see Sweet Apple Acres on the horizon a familiar blur appears
>Oh god no
>Not now
*POP*
"Now where have you been the past few days Anon?" She looks irritated just hovering there in front of you
>This did not just happen
>Whoever had Dash duty was definitely gonna have a talking to
>"B-busy with Applejack, we were building the home!"
>No you weren't
>Shush brain
"Really now?"
>"Yeah we were!"
"Then what's in the bag?" She points to the bag being held in your hand
>And you forgot to head home to drop them off, nice one
>"It's a refund for the nails we got! They couldn't hold up the wood and were really rusty."
>You guys didn't even start the expansion yet due to the preparations
>Hope she doesn't catch on to that, otherwise what you had in store would be ruined
>This rides on her not paying attention and that she hasn't been near the house recently


...
>Maybe it worked?
"Ah it's fine Anon, I know you were busy making that house bigger"
>Sweet Jesus it worked
"Just be careful alright? I wouldn't want you to get hurt or something." She gives you a hug
>Safe!
>"I'll be fine as long as I don't do something stupid"
"Good, I didn't want to see you in the hospital or completely bruised up>"
>You're not THAT stupid
"But I gotta fly," She releases her hug, "Apparently Scootaloo tried flying and now she's stuck somewhere," She sighs, " Something about super hide and seek"
>So they did manage to distract her
>Just not in a good enough way
"Bye Anon, see you when I find her!"
>"Good luck!"
>You need it more than she does after that blunder
>She flies off towards Ponyville
>Time to head off towards Applejack
>It took awhile to actually get to her house...barn thing
>You knock on the door to Big Mac opening it
"Ello"
>"H-hey there Big Mac, is Applejack around?"
>Even though he isn't very tall he's still very muscular.
>And still scary to you
"I'll get her"
>He walks back in to get her and an orange pony comes back
"Howdy Anon! I got it ready for ya and everythin. You just need ta take her there and do the rest!"
>"That's a relief. Any word on Fluttershy being done yet?"
>She puts a hoof to her chin to think
"I don't think so, I was just there not too long ago. Sorry Anon"
>"Ah well it's fine, she should be all done by the time we get to that part"
>You put your hand out to shake
"Hey now, don't be all formal like that"
>Ah hell it's another hug
>They never get old
"Be sure that everything is absolutely positively perfect ya hear? This took way too long ta not be"

    >Waking up to birds singing in the air you break a smile
    >This is it
    >Everything is absolutely perfect
    >Nothing can mess this up
    >You move towards the living room and head towards the couch
    >Reaching underneath you pull the box Rarity had given you
    >Opening it reveals what you two had agreed on
    >A brand new white suit with a red tie
    >Really flashy, but she insisted on it
    >It'll work for later so you lay it out on the bed
    >Heading towards the kitchen you check the box on the table Pinky had given you
    >Perfectly fine and not melted or moldy
    >Everything is going according to keikaku how you wanted
    *KNOCK KNOCK*
    >There's Dash you hope
    >Walking towards the door you open it to then be immediately hugged by her
    "Anonanonanonanonanonanonanonanonanon"
    >"Woah now, calm down"
    >She looks up at you with shining eyes
    "A-apparently someones interested in me! A-and they wanted to see me sometime before the day ends to show me something!"
    >Hnnnnnnggggg
    >You know it's you, but her acting like this brings a surge of happy emotions>Breaking the hug she flies around happily
>"Who do you think it is?"
"I have no idea but I'm completely blown away that someone wants to be my special somepony!"
>You almost want to break it to her that it's you
>Almost, but all that special stuff you got would go to waste
>"Well that's awesome that someone does!"
"I know! This might be the best day ever for me, I can hardly wait!"
>She's smiling so hard that it almost makes your heart melt
> Flying back down she lands in front of you
"While we wait for whomever it is do you want to get breakfast? I'm starving!"
>"Why not? Maybe we'll see them there?"
> Rainbow looks at you happily
"I hope so, but they did say before today ends."
>"You never know, " you shrug, "They could break their promise"
"I don't think so, I'd be on time to something like that!"
>Pretty sure you can make it
>"Well lets go, too much talking not enough walking!"

>After a nice breakfast and an explanation, you and Dash walk around Ponyville to pass the time
>Apparently that's what Pinkie does for her promises
>She luckily has no idea what Pinkie had promised but you have a suggestion on what it might be
>As you both walk near town hall couples are enjoying themselves everywhere
>Some just laying down in the grass while those that can fly are buzzing about
>Dash rolls her eyes at these sights
"These people sure are boring doing these things"
>"Really now?" You stop
"Pfft, well yeah, duh! If they could fly we would totally fly super fast and try to race!"
>Sounds fun, well to her anyways
>"And if they didn't have wings?"
>That got her
>Seems like she planned on that someone having wings to have fun with her
"W-well then we can just do other things! It's not like a unicorn or an earth pony can't keep up with me on the ground."
>She really has no idea on what to do if they don't have wings
>"Well you better think of something, because I'm sure that they wouldn't be too happy"
>She looks defeated then perks back up
"Yeah but that isn't until I find out, and then we can work out what to do."
>Out of sight out of mind for her
>Well it's not like you can fly anytime soon, but you can maybe ask Twilight later for a wing spell
>You've been leading her around town to pass the time before you tell her yourself
>She doesn't seem very suspicious at the fact that you are
>But then again, you've only covered town hall and Sugarcube

>You both walked and talked for a few hours until noon
>Mostly just on what Dash and her "new friend" could do
>Apparently she didn't care if it was a guy or a girl
>Pony society really doesn't care here if you swing either way, as long as you're happy
>Unlike back home where it's just nuts
>After walking near the library Dash stops walking
>"Are you alright there?"
"I-I had a small thought" She turns, "What if we break up or something stupid happens not too long."
>She's panicking for no reason
>Help her you fool
>"Now why would that happen? It would seem silly"
>Dash looks almost ready to cry then sighs heavily
"What if they don't find me attractive and only wanted someone there for just today..."
>"Now I doubt that-"
"What if they just wanted a one night stand with the ugly one"
>"Dash calm down now, I'm sure-"
"I'm not gonna be the bottom of the barrel for someone, I-I just can't!"
>She stomps her hoof down

>Dash looks absolutely furious
>"Look here Dash," You turn "I really don't think someone would be so brash to do that"
"Really Anon?" She looks frustrated, "Because I've been here before and it's not a great feeling!"
> Dash pls
>You have no idea how to fix this
> This really can't get any worse
"I'm sorry"
>"Wha?"
"For this..." she looks down to the ground
>"It's fine?"
"I really didn't mean to lash out at you... It's just it means something to me this time."
>"This time?" You look at her confused
"They wrote a note, a date, and time. Most of the time it was just a small pass at school that I had to meet at a certain place only to get laughed at"
> She regains her posture
"But no one's ever been this elaborate, or the fact that the girls are completely behind this one when I told them."

>Safe, for now
>"Well I'd hope that they actually mean it when they show up then"
>She looks at up at you happily
"Yeah and that they meet up soon! It's almost time to see who it is!"
>She buzzes around in excitement doing somersaults and the like
>It's nearing early evening
>And it's almost time for you to ask
>"Hey Rainbow!"
>She stops midair next to you
"Yeeess?"
>"I...uh"
>Spit it out man!
"Are you alright there?"
>Calm down, you're just going to start the whole thing
>Not actually ask her
>Not now anyways
*Cough*
>"What I wanted to say before, was if you wanted to head to my house for a bit? I need to get a few things."
>She looks confused
"Uh sure? Just make it quick Anon, I can't miss this!"
>Part 1 of Happy Rainbows is go

>This is it
>After you leave your house there's no going back
>Well maybe, if it goes well that is
"C'MOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOON ANON!"
>She practically yells it into your ear
>Ears, you knew them well
>"I'm going as fast as I can..." You grumble
"Well you should walk faster! I'll be late for whatsitsface tonight"
>Dash is rightly excited
>But her enthusiasm is going to kill your legs
>You near your house and walk to the door
>As you turn around to say something to her she's pacing
>In the middle of the air
>Freaking Pegasi
>"Hey Dash, wait out here for a bit. I'm pretty sure with you being so anxious you'll break something in here"
>She stops to float over by you
"Finnneee, but make it quick. That "walk" took forever!"
>Sigh, "Yeah yeah you impatient thing you"
>Unlocking the door you go to your room to change into your new suit

>After putting on the suit you check yourself in the mirror
>Look at you being all suave, almost an entirely new Anon with your white suit
>You really don't remember this thing being this stuffy though
>Then again, you're nervous as all hell
>You grab the small bag Twilight had given you and head towards the kitchen
>You check the box Pinkie had given you on the table to see if everything is alright
>Thankfully it is and hasn't gone to hell and back
>Grabbing the box, you head towards the door and then promptly stop
>Fluttershy hasn't said anything to you at all today about her end
>Just as you try to open the door you feel a small tap on your legs
>Looking down you see Angel Bunny tapping it's foot holding out a note towards you
>"How in the hell did you?"
>The bunny licks the note then jumps towards your face and hits you with it
>"Jesus, if you wanted me to read it you could've waited... or been more polite"
"Hello Anonymous, sorry I took too long to say something. But he's waiting at where you planned. Good luck!"
>Never knew why she always said your full name

>As you finish reading the note the rabbit hops off into your living room
>Still no idea how it got in here
>You straighten out your suit and wiped off your cheek of bunny spit
>All or nothing Anon, these presents of yours mean nothing unless you put your best foot forward on this
>Deep breath, and you open the door to Dash flying left and right
>Wow, extremely anxious are we?
>You clear your throat in hopes that she knows you're ready
>Luckily she heard it and stops to look at you
"..."
> You wave sheepishly, "Hey?"
"Wow Anon... you look great."
>Dash looks away quickly from her gaze
>You swore she blushed, then Dash cleared her own throat
"I-I uh, why are you... dressed like this?"
>Great! She likes it, thank you Rarity.
>All that fighting over the color really worked
>"Well I have a date tonight, well I think anyways. I figured I'd tag along with you to see who this mystery pony is then be on my way"
>That totally didn't sound like you accidentally said you wanted to be friends, no sireee
"Oh... well who is she?"
>"Can't say, don't know if she'll show tonight"
>There seriously has to be a better excuse than that
>Shush brain, I forgot my lines

>Nice one
>Hopefully she doesn't catch on
>Her excitement seems to be blinding her from the clues that you're holding/wearing
>"Well what are we waiting for? Let's go!"
"Right! But... you don't know where you're supposed to go do you?"
>Of course you do, just act dumb about it
>"Uh...no I don't. Mind if you showed me?"
>Dash facehoofs and sighs
"It's at the park kinda, the note said it was a little further than it and I'll know where when I pass it"
>You feign a laugh
>"Pretty vauge if you ask me"
>She scratches her head in thought
"Yeah it really is. Maybe it's too awesome to just have it in the park or something!"
>Her wings buzz happily then heads towards town
"Don't trip over your nice suit Anon! I'll meet you at the park!"
>And she's gone
>Better get there as fast as you can loverboy
>Around 15 minutes pass as you get to the park
>You obviously know where the spot is and head there to see Dash on the ground
>"Dash?"
"I-I t-this is..."
>It worked! She's speechless!
>You look towards a small wooden archway leading into a forest
>The archway reads in black bold letters, "Happy Hearts and Hooves Day Dash!
>A small sign is at the bottom of it and you head over to read it
>I'll be waiting when you get here, I hope you're stunned at this! Sincerely, Anon.
"I-It w-was... you?"

>You try as hard as you can to hide the world's biggest smile
>"I think there's more inside Dash."
>You walk into the archway and turn towards her
>"Are you going to get up or are you not gonna see what's inside?" You smirk
>Still dumbfounded, she wobbly stands up and slowly walks towards you
"O-ok, this better not be a-a trick or something!"
>Still skeptical huh
>"No tricks, now c'mon lazy butt! Days almost over!"
>She nods and you both walk further in
>It takes a few minutes to notice that she's been looking at your bag and box
>You'll see what's in them soon enough, you think to yourself
>After ten minutes of walking you get to a small clearing
>Applejack really outdone herself
>All the trees in the area have bun cleared down to form a semicircle, a small wooden bench and table are set in the middle next to one tree providing shade
>Flowers of all colors are in the area with the wildlife consisting of butterflies, rabbits, and Dashs pet turtle near the leg of the table
>Dash lets out an audible gasp at the marvelous sight

>She has her hoof over her mouth and is beginning to tear
>"Hey now," you put your free hand on her shoulder "Why don't we sit down?"
>She nods silently and you head towards the bench and table to sit
> You attempt to talk but stop
>It feels as if a lump in your throat formed
>Don't fall back now
>Wow her off her feet...hooves
> Big breath now
>"By now you figured that it's me... and well you're right!" You happily exclaim
>She's tearing up still and nods at you
>"Well I have a few things planned out for us like this," you bring the box on the table
>"Go ahead and open it"
>Dash pulls the top off the box and gasps again
>A small blue cake, four Pegasi are on it in a diamond formation. All blue with yellow lightening designs on the sides of them and each one with different mane colors
>They're all flying around clouds made of soft, white cotton candy. A rainbow trail is behind the lead Pegasus going through a red, peppermint ring with a rainbow colored mane and tail
>Off to the side, is a small stand made of cake and a small, green headed figure is holding a sign that reads, "Go Rainbow Dash!"
>Jesus Pinkie, you and the Cakes really outdid yourselves

>She's stopped tearing and now has a smile across her face
"Anon you didn't have to do all this"
>Dash looks around her at the scenery
>You chuckle, "Of course I did. You deserve it"
*Sigh* "Yeah... but did you have to be this flashy?"
>Bending over, she picks up Tank from the ground and sets him up next to her
>"Oh, I'm not even done yet!"
>You put the bag frm earlier onto the table
>Confused, she pokes at the bag
"Uh, why are you carrying bits with you Anon? What are we gonna do with these?"
>"Oh they're not bits"
>You open the bag to reveal two gems
>One sapphire and another a ruby, both shine as if a fire is lit inside
"They look really pretty," she moves it around on the table
"Wait, is Rarity around here?!"
>Swiveling from her spot she looks around for the white unicorn
>"No no no she's not anywhere near here, in fact, Twilight actually gave me these"
>Picking both up you move towards an emptier side of the clearing
>"Now watch and stand back," *CLACK* you smack both together
>"If they're anything like back home... well just wait and see"
>Both gems start smoking and then start fizzing with red sparks
>You yelp and drop both on the ground
"Pfft, nice going idiot" she laughs to herself
>You stand back towards the table and wait
>"Didn't expect them to do that..." you mumble
>A few seconds pass and a sharp whistle is heard
>Both gems start sparking towards the sky and then fly off into it

>As they fly off, Dash has her jaw practically dropped to the floor
>Tank however, is scared and hides inside his shell >As you sit down to watch with her the show begins
>At first a few basic fireworks go off >Comets flying off in directions, a few "star" shaped ones as well in a dazzling show of colors that light the sky and ground around the both of you
>Dash still watching the display, turns towards you in her seat
"How long did it take for you to do all of this?"
>Scratching your neck, you respond
>"Two weeks maybe? It's all been a blur really."
>Blushing, she turns back to look at the sky and then to Tank
"It explains why I haven't seen you at all the past week until today"
>"Just about-"
>The fireworks cut you off and start getting more diverse as shapes are formed
>Stars here and there pepper the sky in glowing colors bathing all three of you
>Still paying attention to the sky, you put your arm around Rainbow
>Nearly jumping out of her seat at your touch she calms down and stays at her spot
"This is really nice Anon, the fireworks, the cake, this field, everything."
>"Don't just thank me, thank your friends. They're the ones that put all of their talents into this"
>Smiling, she knocks on Tanks shell and his little head pokes out to watch the display with the both of you
>You nudge her on the shoulder
>"Here comes the best part" You say with a grin, still looking at the sky
>With the fireworks still going off, you pull two more gems from the bag >
Both are diamonds, but with a small golden trim on the outside
>Smacking both, you throw them where the last two were
>Running back to the bench you see that they spark with a bright blue hue to them
>Shooting off into the sky, they appear to almost merge with the others and create something extraordinary
*GASP* "T-THATS THE TIME WHEN WE FIRST MET!"
>The gems crudely remake your first day here in the sky, popping in more explosions to add the "frames"

>As they fly off, Dash has her jaw practically dropped to the floor
>Tank however, is scared and hides inside his shell
>As you sit down to watch with her the show begins
>At first a few basic fireworks go off
>Comets flying off in directions, a few "star" shaped ones as well in a dazzling show of colors that light the sky and ground around the both of you
>Dash still watching the display, turns towards you in her seat
"How long did it take for you to do all of this?"
>Scratching your neck, you respond
>"Two weeks maybe? It's all been a blur really."
>Blushing, she turns back to look at the sky and then Tank
"It explains why I haven't seen you at all until today"
>"Just about-"
>The displays start getting more diverse as shapes are formed
>Stars here and there pepper the sky in glowing colors bathing all three of you
>Still paying attention to the sky, you put your arm around Rainbow
>Nearly jumping out of her seat at your touch she calms down and stays at her spot
"This is really nice Anon, the fireworks, the cake, this field, everything."
>"Don't just thank me, thank your friends. They're the ones that put all of their talents into this"
> Smiling, she knocks on Tanks shell and his little head pokes out to watch the display with you
>You nudge her on the shoulder
>"Here comes the best part"
>The fireworks still going off in the sky, you pull two more gems from the bag
>Both diamonds, but with a small golden trim on the outside
>Smacking both, you throw them where the last two were
>Running back to the bench you see that they spark with a bright blue hue to them
>Shooting off into the sky, they appear to almost merge with the others and create something extraordinary
*GASP*
"T-THATS THE TIME WHEN WE FIRST MET!"
>The gems crudely remake your first day here in the sky, popping in more to add the "frames"

>It's beautiful
>You thought that Twilight wasn't really able to do something like this, but it completely blows your expectations
>Dash is completely still as she's watching the shared memory
"Darling, I have no idea who or what you are... but you desperately need new clothes or whatever it is you're wearing"
>"Pfft, man, I can't believe that the one thing that she notices on a completely unknown thing is the clothes"
>She opens her mouth to respond and pauses, then simply nods
"I couldn't believe it either. Or the fact that something like you showed up here."
>The scene finishes and the both of you are now in the sky
>"AH GOD WHY"
"Jeez Anon! I fly by everyone and you're the only one that does this!"
>Sky You pouts, "Well my ears are sensitive to stuff like that..."
>Dash giggles and looks at you
"And that's where I started my habit of popping your ears."
>You laugh
>"Yeah, and you kept getting more elaborate with it too. Delayed sucks when I don't even know when you do it."
>Two hours pass as memories are played
>Surprising that they go this long, damn Twilight

>The fireworks end and you two sit in silence
"Anon... tonight was amazing. It was way more than I ever deserved or ever had"
>"No problem, now wait here for one last hurrah" you stand then open the bag one last time
>Walking towards where the last fireworks were thrown you empty out the bag on the ground
>A purple, glittery powder falls out into a small pile along with an amethyst the size of your hand
>Picking up the gem, you slam it into the dust pile and a small hiss accompanied by purple sparks comes out from the pile and purple gem
>Running back to the bench, you fix your suit a bit by rubbing down a few wrinkles and wiping dust from the explosive gems
>Dash looks at you eyebrow raised with a confused look
"I hope you know that you looked fine before Anon. You didn't have to try and look good"
>"Oh I figured I would for the next part" you grin
>Sitting down, you put your arm around her and look up
>The amethyst fires into the sky with a purple smoke trail, then a small pop is heard
>Jesus that sounded like her flying near you
>Looking over at Dash you notice her eating one of the cake Wonderbolts
"I wash hubgreh you bno!"
*Sigh*
>"Almost killed it... almost-"
>A loud explosion is heard and you both quickly turn
>The gem plays another memory but it's one you hope that she won't recognize
>Still in the suit, sky you opens his mouth to speak
"I had a talk not too long ago with AJ about a few things. With her help and help from our friends I realized something and now wanted to ask."
> Sky Anon walks towards Sky Dash and gives her a hug and a long kiss
* GASP* "Anon!" Real Dash practically yells it
>Walking over to her, you do the exact thing
>Looking her in the eyes you ask her something you've wanted to say for weeks
>"Can I be your special someone for Hearts and Hooves Day? And the days after that?"

>You're smiling after that
>Well an awkward smile to be honest
>If she says no this would be extremely awkward
>Mainly due to everything being extremely cheesy and the fact that you may have gone overboard
>Stop doubting yourself. She's loved it so far so why worry?
>Because if she doesn't you might've ruined a perfectly good friendship
>But it doesn't hurt to try
"Anon?" She waves just out of your vision
>Then what? Even if you stay friends it'll get awkward
"Aaanooonn..."
>This isn't high school, calm down
>If you don't you'll be a nervous wreck and-
*SMACK*
> A hoof hits your cheek and snaps you out of your daze
>"Owwww..." Rubbing your cheek a pair of violet eyes looks at you frustrated
"Stop monolauging Anon! I swore you broke that habit a while ago" crossing her arms she pouts
>"Well you didn't have to hit me! You could've said something you know."
"I did idiot, you just weren't paying attention"
>Well you did hear something in the background
>Damn it brain actually act and do things
>Nah, hearts on autopilot for this one
>"Sorry about that. But uh... I do want to know your answer"
> Sighing, she lets out a smile and gets up
"All of this was great Anon." She looks around at the clearing
"You and the girls both threw everything into this. Fluttershy especially because she got Tank back from being extremely sick"
>Tank crawls next to her hind legs and nuzzles one
"And you did an absolutely great job too. I bet this wasn't easy at all"
>Both her and Tank walk to the lone tree near the bench

>Hearts racing
>Dash is getting somewhere with this and it's killing you
>Yes? No? Get on with it!
>Wow that's selfish
>It's a big decision for her
>For one, you're a different species so I mean it can be a really big deal here
>That and you're viewed differently to the point of ponies saying you might not get anyone with how you looked
>But this is different
>And for two... if she says yes you could be her very first colt... boyfriend?
>You've had a relationship once, lasted a week but it was middle school
>But for her it's different.
>She's never had someone be this forward to her about it
>After a long time of being ridiculed you'd be a little hesitant too if someone asked you seriously
"Anon, could you come here?"
>Oh man
*Ba-bump* *Ba-bump*
>You're getting extremely nervous now
>Walking over to Dash you sit down next to her
"So why me?"
"What?"
"Why do you want to be with me?"
>She's looking into your eyes
>Her violet eyes looking, longing for the right answer
>Wow they look absolutely stunning up close
>You can feel the blush rising and warming your cheeks
>"I-I-I, well you're absolutely awesome to be with"
>Awesome
>Like that isn't heard around her a million times
>She's listening intently, barely moving her eyes away from your own
>"Every time we're hanging out we click. We have fun, no matter what we're doing. Even from the start you were the first from your friends to greet me and then actively be around me. Showing me around Ponyville, the best places to eat, places to nap, things to do and everything else!"
>Pour your heart into this man
>Averting your gaze slightly, you see Tank wink at you
>"Not until a few weeks ago, I found something warm in me every time we did things. I-I can't really explain it, but I loved being with you more and more and-"
>Dash leans in and you share a long kiss
>Breaking it you look at her stunned
"Hey, I had to make you shut up before it got all corny and mushy you know?"

>"S-so?"
"Yes you idiot, unless that meant something else to you"
>Jesus Sun Butt Christ
>Your heart is exploding
>With happiness of course, you're a healthy Anon
>You jump up and stretch your arms and look towards the sky
>"YESSSSSSS!!!"
>And promptly fall over to lay down in the grass
>Dash looks extremely confused and heads to you
"What was that about?"
>You look over to her with the world's biggest smile
>"Just extremely happy you said yes is all"
>Smiling herself she lays down next to you, Tank follows and lays down next to your legs
"Thanks Anon"
>"For? I don't know what I exactly did"
"For looking past what I look like, for actually being brave doing this, asking my friends, and planning this out. You're the best... guy?
>You nod and put up a thumbs up
"A mare could ask for"
>"Hey stop that now, I don't deserve all that"
>Giggling, she gets closer and lays her head across your chest
"Let's celebrate our first night by laying here like this. It's been a long day"
>"Yeah..." you look at the darkening sky and the emerging stars "It definitely has"
>It took a drunk old mare, and your friends to tell you about Dash
>She isn't pretty
>She's beautiful, her mane, her smile, the shape of her wings
>A dozen little things that stood out completely to you
>It took you a while to ask her out
>And it couldn't have gone any better

Fin~
Keep an eye out on my Pastebin for the two epilogues! One's "Official" and the other was for fun but it can be up to the reader for it to be canon or not. Thanks again!