Anon/Fluttershy 24

>The kids were the first to wake up.
>What do kids have against sleeping in on the weekends?
>They sure didn't have a problem with it during the school week.
>You would think they would be the very last to wake up.
>But, alas, they were actively running around and yelling.
>They kicked in your bedroom door, and tried to steal your blanket from you.
>You freaked out, making Fluttershy boot them outside to go play.
>You weren't even dressed and you do not want those little fillies seeing you in the nude.
>You and Fluttershy snuggled back in and went back to sleep.
>The sun was just barely over the horizon.
>Way too early...

>A pounding on your door kept you from getting any sleep.
"Oh for the love of... What!"
>Rarity walked in, saw the two of you, and backed out, closing the door again.
>"OH! I'm so sorry!"
"We're not doing anything."
>"Oh. Well, may I come in?"
"Yes."

>She slowly cracked open the door, peeking around it to make sure you really weren't doing anything.
>When she confirmed it, she came in and walked up to the bed.
>You sat up and she blushed at your bare chest.
>Nothing wrong with being shirtless, so you ignored it.
>"Fluttershy, I was thinking we could work on the wedding some more today."
>Fluttershy lifted her head and gave Rarity a very tired look.
>She dropped her head back into her pillow.
"I think that's a no."
>Rarity sighed.
>"Oh, okay then."
>She turned to leave, but you stopped her.
"What exactly needs doing?"
--
>Rarity explained the few things that still needed to be done.
>A florist, photographer, entertainment, and the venue.
>That's nothing.
>All it is is just requesting their services and scheduling the date, right?
>And with about 2 months to plan, that's plenty of time.

"I actually saw a flower stall in town I think would be perfect for the flora."
>"Anonymous, darling, wouldn't you rather use a larger establishment then just a stall? Surely they won't be able to deliver the flowers in the time requested."
"There's nothing wrong with supporting the local businesses."
>You go to climb out of bed, but you stop after you throw a leg from under your blanket.
"Oh wait. Rarity can we talk about this in a few minutes? I need o get dressed."
>Rarity blushed again and turned her head away.
>"Heheh, right. Sorry. I'll talk to you in a few minutes."
>She walked away and shut the door behind her.

>You threw the blanket off and grabbed a set of clean clothes.
>You put on some shorts for the time being.
>Leaving Fluttershy to sleep, you walked downstairs to check on everypony.
>Steelwing and Rainbow Dash were still passed out in the living room.
>You check the kitchen for the others.
>Twilight, Rarity, and Morning Dew were sitting at the table, chatting it up.
>Pinkie Pie and Applebloom were preparing a rather large breakfast with what little food you had left.
>The fillies were outside, so that's everypony accounted for.
--
>You walk to the bathroom and start your shower.
>You take your sweet time, enjoying the warmth and steam that encompasses you.
>The beat of the water on your skin and face is really relaxing your muscles and even relieving the slight headache leftover from last night.
>After what feels like 10 minutes, you step out and get dressed.

>You brush your teeth and begin to start shaving.
>Twilight opens the door and walks in.
>"Oh my I'm so sorry!" she yells and turns around.
>You look behind you, trying to figure out what she's embarassed about.
"What?"
>She as a hoof over her eyes.
>"I didn't mean to intrude! I just had to use the restroom!"
"I don't know what your embarassed about. I'm only shaving."
>She was still looking away, but dropped her leg from over her eyes.
>"You mean that's not an indecent act?"
"Indecent... what? No it's not. It would be if I was still naked, but I'm dressed now."

>She turned around to face you again.
>"Oh... well then..."
"Can I finish up first?"
>"Okay."
>You resume shaving, Twilight asking questions the whole time.
--
>"What's that white stuff?"
"Shaving cream."
>"What's it do?"
"I don't know."
>"So then why do you put it on?"
"It gives me a better shave and the razor slides alot easier. At least I think."
>"So you're not even sure but you use it anyways?"
"Yup."
>"That's pretty stupid."
"Don't you have somewhere to be?"
>She pointed at the toilet.
"Oh yeah. I'll be done in a minute."

>"So why do you shave all of your hair off?"
"It looks and feels better to have a smooth face."
>"I think it makes you look less intelligent."
"Yeah well I'm not trying to impress you."
>You look into the mirror and run a hand through your hair.
"I need to ask Rarity for a haircut."
>"Why would you cut off your mane?!"
"Because I like short hair."
>"Why."
"It looks better."
>"I don't think so."
"It's traditional where I come from."
>"But that-"

>She just realized you said tradition.
>Not wanting to insult your heritage, she let it be at that.
"Alright you can have the bathroom now."
>You pack up your hygiene gear and throw your dirty clothes in the hamper.
>You close the door behind you as you exit the bathroom.
--
>May as well go sit with the others in the kitchen.
>Hey look Rainbow and Steelwing were awake.
>Rainbow was standing in from of the table, Pinkie and Applejack still at the stove, and the rest sitting down.
>"How does that not make him a danger to us all?" asked Rainbow.
"Who are we talking about?" you ask as you walk in.
>"Good mornin' Anon." said Applejack. "Rainbow here's tryin' ta convince us you're a dangerous creature."
"How's that working out for her?"
>"We're not convinced."
"Very well."

>"How can you deny it?" asked Rainbow. "He EATS other creatures!"
"So do griffons."
>You vaguely remember Fluttershy telling you Rainbow Dash has a mean griffon friend.
>From your knowledge, griffons are half eagle, half lion.
>Two predators combined.
>If they were herbivores here, that would be crap.
>But Rainbow Dash kept her composure.

>"No they're not! Gilda only eats plants!"
"You have only seen her eat plants?"
>"Yes, but that doesn't mean she eats meat!"
"What ever helps you sleep at night."
--
>You catch a wiff of something wonderful in the air.
>You look towards the table and see Steelwing, Morning Dew, Applejack, and Rarity drinking a black beverage.
"Is that... coffee?"
>"Yup!" smiled Morning Dew. "I made it myself. Would you like some?"
"I haven't had coffee in ages. I wonder if it's different here. Sure I'd like a cup."
>Morning Dew hopped off the chair and walked to the counter.
>There was a coffee pot there you never saw before.
>Maybe she just got it this morning?

>She poured you a cup and hoofed it to you.
"Thank you, ma'am."
>She squeed and smiled, then went back to her seat.
>"Hey Anon, ya hungry?" asked Applejack.
"Sure. What do you got?"
>"Eggs, hashed browns, and toast."
"Awesome."

>Pinkie serves you a plate at the table with lightning speed.
>You thank her and take a seat.
>"We were thinkin' a' makin' some of that... uh... bacon ya got in there... but... well, ya know?"
"...Sure."
>Something about making bacon is all you caught out of that.
--
>Applejack can make some good potatoes.
>But being a country girl, you shouldn't be surprised.
>Pinkie Pie was frying the eggs and Applejack was buttering the toast as well.
>They should be a team in a cooking competition or something.
>The two of them cooking together is like magic in the kitchen.

>Twilight walked in the kitchen and frowned when there were no seats at the table.
>"Is the food done?" she asked.
"Mhmm." you hum, mouth full of food.
>You take a sip of your coffee.
>It's bitter, straight black.
>You take it to the fridge and pour a little milk in it.
>A few spoons of sugar to sweeten it.
>You try another sip and shrug.
>Good enough.

>You went back to the table and grabbed your plate.
"Take a seat Twilight."
>"Thank you Anon."
>As Twilight sat down, you walked by the doorway and sat down against the wall.
>The others stared at you as you continued eating your breakfast.
>You looked up to catch them staring.

"What?"
>"Darling, why are you eating on the floor?" asked Rarity.
"Because there's no room at the table?"
>"You already had a seat. Why did you give it to me?" asked Twilight.
"Because I don't need it."
--
>"But Anon, It's improper to eat off the floor like an animal," said Rarity.
>The plate was in your lap...
>You shake your head and continue eating.
>Pinkie Pie and Applejack served up a few more plates of food to the ponies at the table.
"Did the girls already eat?"
>"They sure did," said Applejack. "They ran back outside when they were finished."
"Alright. Just making sure."

>You hear a moan come from the door of the kitchen.
>Everyone looked up to see Fluttershy standing there.
>Her mane was messed up with her bangs covering one eye.
>Her eyes were half closed, and her mouth hung open with a little drool on her chin.
>If you didn't know better, you'd think she was a-
>"Zombie!" screamed Pinkie Pie as she dove under the table where the others were.

>"Huh? Wuh?" asked Fluttershy, still half asleep.
>You couldn't stifle the laugh that escaped you lips.
>Fluttershy slowly turned her head to look at you.
>You shut up immediately.
>She was cute, but scary.
>You nonchalantly take another sip of your coffee.
>Maybe it's best not to get on her nerves this morning.
--
>"What did you do to Fluttershy!" yelled Rainbow Dash, pointing a hoof at you.
"Shut up Rainbow."
>Pinkie was still cowering under the table.
>"She's not a zombie, Pinkie," assured Twilight. "You can come out."
>"Phew! You fooled me Fluttershy!" laughed Pinkie.
>"Huh?" asked Fluttershy who had no idea what was going on.
"Do you need some coffee?" you asked Fluttershy.
>She nodded her head.
>You got up and walked to the coffee pot.
"Do you want it black?"
>She nodded again.
>You chuckle quietly to yourself.

>You pour her a cup and walk to the table.
"Steelwing, can Fluttershy have you seat?"
>He hopped off without a word walked over to Fluttershy to help her walk to the table.
>Fluttershy got into the chair and slowly started sipping on her coffee.
"Hey Rarity, I don't think Fluttershy's doing anything today."
>"That's okay Anonymous." replied Rarity. "As long as you're up and about, we can get a few things done today."
"I was thinking we could go ask the florist in town to if she can make the flower arrangements."
>"Okay. I think we should also take a look at a few places for the wedding to take place."
"Well, you're the wedding planner. I'll do what you think is best."
--
>Rarity put a hoof over her heart.
>"Really? You want me to be your wedding planner?"
>Her face grew a little red.
"I thought it was already decided you were? You sure act like it, anyways."
>"Well I was only trying to help, but the wedding planner!"
>She squealed with glee and bounced around the kitchen.
>Fluttershy groaned and put her legs over her head.
>"Oops. Sorry," whispered Rarity.

"Perhaps we should take this in the other room."
>"Don't worry, Anonymous. We'll watch her," assured Steelwing.
"Thanks," you nod.
>All but Fluttershy and her parents left the kitchen for the living room.
>You took a seat in the recliner while Twilight, Applejack, Pinkie Pie, and Rarity shared the couch.
>Rainbow Dash looked around for a place to sit, but pouted and sat on the area rug instead.

"So out of curiosity, what are your plans for the day? Rarity and I are working on the wedding a little bit."
>"I'm going to go home a reshelf all the books in the library," said Twilight with a smile.
>That doesn't sound very fun at all, but okay.
>"Ah think Ah'ma go help Big Mac mend the fence 'round the orchard."
>At least it's productive.
>But work on a weekend?
>"I'm going to make cupcakes!" proclaimed Pinkie.
>No surprise there.
>"I'm gonna go take a nap," said Rainbow Dash.
>She only just woke up and she's going back to sleep?
>Laaazyyy...
--
"Hey Rainbow Dash. You like to go fast, right?"
>"You know it!" she yelled.
"How bout we go for a run sometime. Or a race perhaps."
>She burst into laughter.
>"A race? Against me? AHAHAHA!!!"
"Heheh, yeah that is pretty rediculous, to think that you would stand a chance."
>She stopped laughing and glared at you.
>She flew over and hovered in front of you, her face close to yours.
>Her voice grew serious.
>"Anytime, anywhere."

>You brought your hand to your chin.
"Hmm... I'm a little busy today. How bout some other time?"
>She smiled and drew back.
>"I'll hold you to it."
>She lowered herself to the floor and walked out the door.
>"Now why'd ya have ta go antagonize her like that Anonymous?" asked Applejack.
"I'm sorry. I couldn't resist." you say with a smile.
>"Anonymous, don't lower yourself to the ruffian nature of Rainbow Dash," said Rarity.
"Maybe I can get on her good side by acting like her for a little while."
>"Well let me tell ya somethin' Anon," said Applejack. "Ah know first hoof that Rainbow Dash doesn't play fair in a race."
"I'll keep that in mind."
--
>The five of you sat in there chatting for a while.
>Eventually, everypony decided it was time to carry on with their plans for the day.
>You saw them out at the door and thanked them for the great party.
>Rarity stayed with you.
>The two of you walked back into the kitchen and see Fluttershy's face buried in her forelegs on the table.

"Is she gonna be okay?"
>"She'll be fine," answered Steelwing.
>Morning Dew giggled.
>"She's just got a little headache," said Morning Dew.
"Heheh. I'll bet."
>You walk over and put your hand on Fluttershy's shoulder.
"Hey, Rarity and I are going into town. Do you want me to bring you back something?"
>She shook her head, face still buried.
"Alright. Just let me know if you want anything."
>You kiss her on the top of the head.
"Come on, Rarity."
 >Rarity nodded and followed you out of the house.

>"Are you sure she's going to be fine?" asked Rarity.
"It's just a hangover. She can't even handle a few glasses of hard cider, much less whatever Pinkie put in that punch."
>Rarity laughed.
>"Yeah. She sure becomes very lovable when she drinks."
"You have no idea."
--
>The two of you reach town and walk around the market, looking for your target stall.
>When you finally found it, there was no vendor around.
>The display of flowers were set out though, so you and Rarity walked over anyways.
>"What about these ones?" asked Rarity, pointing to some violets.
"Meh. I was thinking these things," you say, pointing to some chrysanthemums.
>"Those things are ugly. How bout these?" she asks, pointing to some morning glories.
"Those would be better for a center piece I would think. I don't think we should use them for a corsage or anything like that."
>"Hmm. Perhaps you're right."
"Maybe we should wait for the vendor and ask them."
>"Can I help you?"

>You and Rarity turn around to see a light green pony with a red and pink mane walking up to you.
"Speak of the devil."
>You meet her halfway and extend your hand.
"Hi. I'm Anonymous and this is Rarity."
>She smiles and shakes your hand.
"Are you the owner of this stall?"
>"Yes I am," she said. "My name's Roseluck. How may I help you?"
"Well you see, I'm getting married in less than 2 months, and we were hoping you could reccomend some flowers to use."

>She looked at you, then to Rarity and smiled.
>"Is this the lucky pony?" she asked.
>You and Rarity reeled back.
"What? Oh no, no, no. It's not like that. She's my wedding planner, you see."
>She giggled.
>"I'm sorry. You two just look like a good couple so I assumed you were together."
>You raised an eyebrow at Rarity who turned away and blushed.
"Right. Well, could you help us?"
>"No problem." she said, walking around to the back of her stall.
--
>She pointed out various flowers and you and Rarity argued about each one, Roseluck occasionally giving her two cents.
>Roseluck, with her professional opinion, tossed the idea of just a simple rose for the men and women.
>Rarity thought this was cliched, but you liked it.
>It was simple and always looked good.
>They moved on to the centerpieces and random wall decorations Rarity wanted.
>Roseluck offered her help, but Rarity was making sure all the flowers were perfect.
>You trusted their expertise and decided to leave them to argue.

>You decided to go buy the latest paper from the new stand.
>You tosses the pony behind the stall two bits and grabbed a paper.
>Finding a spot next to the fountain in the town square, you open the paper and begin your job search again.
>You haven't worked in over two weeks.
>Your bits were running very low and it was time to get back in the workforce.
>Although working odd jobs isn't necessarily the most supporting work, it gets you by.

>Most of the work is similar from the last time you checked, so there was nothing special.
>Nopony is ever hiring for a permanent position.
>There's too many ponies in Ponyville for there to be any need.
>Perhaps you should follow through with the others' idea for starting your own food stand.
>"Hey you!"
--
>You look up from your paper and spot a brown earth pony with a dark brown mane staring you down.
"What's up?"
>You go back to reading your paper.
>The pony walks up and tears the paper from your hands and throwing it to the ground.
"That's fine. It's not like I was reading that or anything."
>The sarcasm in your voice could not have been anymore obvious.
>"I have a bone to pick with you!" said the earth pony, stomping his hoof once.
>You bent down to grab your paper, but he kicked it away from you.
"Do you have something against newspapers or something? Are you illiterate? I got a friend who works at the library wh-"
>"Shut your stupid face!" shouted the earth pony.

>You could thrash this pony no problem right now.
>But not only are you in the middle of town, you can't afford to be thrown in jail with your wedding on the way.
>You could probably break out with ease, but living a life of crime is not what you want for your new family.
>Wait what were you thinking about?
>Oh yeah, this little punk.
>Earth ponies were known to be pretty headstrong.
>Being a young stallion could have also contributed to the reason he decided to confront you like this.
>He doesn't seem too smart though from the few words you've exchanged so far.
--
>You lean towards him, elbows resting on your knees.
>He took a step back.
"What seems to be the problem, officer?"
>He wasn't a cop, you just like irritating people who annoy you.
>"You," he said with a deep voice.
>Real intimidating.
"Really? What's wrong? Did I forget socks or something?"
>You check yourself to see if you forgot anything.
>"No. You need to-"
"Is it my breath?"
>You breathe into your hand and sniff.
"Can't be that."
>"No! You need-"
"Well how about-"
>"YOU NEED TO GET OUT OF PONYVILLE!" he shouted as loud as he could, his eyes closed.

"I do? Hmm... No I don't think so. Fluttershy is safe at home with her parents and all my business is in town today."
>"That's not what I'm talking about!"
>You can tell he was getting extremely agitated with you.
>This is fun.
"Oh. Well, am I in danger or something?"
>You look around and scratch your head.
>"Yes... Yes you are..." said the pony, his voice sounding a little sinister.
--
>You still weren't impressed with his tough act.
"Are the ninjas attacking?!"
>You stand up quickly and spin around, searching the rooftops.
>"What? NO!"
"Oh. Phew. I was a little worried for a second there."
>"I mean..." he paused for emphasis. "you are in danger from me."

>You looked him up and down.
>You bust into a hearty laughter.
>He glared at you with fury in his eyes.
"Oh wait. You're serious? Here, let me laugh harder. AHAHAHAHA!!!"
>He let out a war cry and spun to buck you.
>You spread your legs and he hit the fountain between your legs.
>That little bastard was aiming for your shins.

"Good try, but no."
>"There's more where that came from if you don't get out!"
>He ran away.
>You looked at the fountain where he hit.
>There was a chip and a few small cracks where he hit the stone.
>That could've been really bad if he had made contact with your shins.
>You quickly pick up your paper before the wind decides to scatter it.
>Time to go find Rarity.
--
>You go back to Roseluck's stall, both ponies still talking.
"Hey, what's up?"
>"Where did you go, Anonymous?" asked Rarity.
"I went to get a paper," you hold it up. "I need to look for some work again."
>"Oh, okay. Roseluck and I were just finalizing the deal here."
"I hope you didn't go overboard, Rarity. I don't know if I could afford anything fancy.
>"Trust me, darling. Everything is fine."
>Roseluck nodded her head as well.
"Alright. I trust you. Just send me the bill later."
>"You got it, Anonymous," said Roseluck.

>You left the stall with Rarity at your side.
>"Where to now?" asked Rarity.
"You said you wanted to look at venues, right?"
>"Of course, darling. I meant which spot are we going to look at?"
"Oh. I was hoping you had an idea?"

>She sure did.
>There was the pavillion in town square, a hilltop on the outskirts of Ponyville overlooking the town, Horseshoe Lake with the ceremony taking place in the center of the shoe, and she even offered her own backyard.
"I'll talk to Fluttershy and see what she wants to do."
>"Very well, Anon. So unless you have something else planned for us today, I think I'll head home."
"Nope. I got nothing. I guess I'll see you later then?"
>"Yes. Have a good night, darling."
"You too, Rarity."
>You waved her off and make your way home.
--
>When you do finally get home, you walk in to find Fluttershy feeling better than this morning.
>When you asked her where her parents were, she told you she told them to go home.
>They made sure she was feeling well before they left.
>Steelwing, with the help of Morning Dew, made her a little soup to try to help Fluttershy feel better.
>He also told her about the little conversation you had with him last night.
>He must have scored some serious brownie points with Fluttershy as she was ecstatic when she told you.
>It looks like he was really trying to get on her good side.

>"So how was your day, sweetie?" asked Fluttershy.
"Well, I went with Rarity to go ask Roseluck the florist about our flower arrangements."
>"What is she doing with them?"
"I don't know. Rarity said she and Roseluck took care of it."
>"I thought you said you were with them?"
"I left to go buy a newspaper to start looking for work again."
>"Oh, okay then."

"I also had a little run in with a brown pony."
>"What happened? They didn't hurt you did they?"
>She looked you over, trying to find a bruise or cut.
"Heheh, not quite. He just threatened me to get out of Ponyville. Nothing new."
>Fluttershy thought about it.
>"I don't know about any brown ponies who would do that. You didn't hurt him did you?"
"Nah. He tried to hit me, but then he ran away."
>"Oh. Well, you should be careful just in case."
>You kissed her on the forehead.
"No problem."
--
>The next few days were uneventful.
>The two of you returned to your normal lives once more.
>You got back into your morning routine, which was a little difficult given the small hiatus you took to get aquainted with Fluttershy's parents.
>Your running isn't as bad as you thought it would be, but worse nonetheless.
>Should you and Rainbow Dash decide to race, she would probably kick your ass.
>Scratch that.
>She would, without a doubt, kick your ass.

>You return home.
>Shower, shave, breakfast.
"You said you need to come to town today?" you ask between bites of bacon omelette.
>"Yes. Rarity wants to show me some of her designs for the dress."
"Cashneeven make-"
>You swallow.
"Can she even make a dress this quickly? She's got like..."
>You sit there and count the weeks on your fingers.
>You take too long.
>"Seven weeks," answers Fluttershy.
"Right... I knew that."

>After breakfast, Fluttershy sees you out at the door.
"You sure you don't want to come to town with me?"
>"I'm sure," she nodded. "There's some business with the animals I need to tend to before I go to Rarity's today."
"Fair enough."
>You kneel down and give her a kiss on the cheek.
"See you later. Love you."
>She giggled and waved as you walk away.
>"I love you too," she squeaked.
--
>Today was the day you performed landscape maintenance for Ponyville.
>As soon as you stepped into town hall, a carabiner of keys hit you in the face.
"AH! WHAT THE FUCK!"
>You grip you face where you had been hit.
>Thankfully it was only a small key that struck you in the eye.
>"There's your keys," said the secretary. "Now get to work and leave me be."
>You glare at her as you reach down and take the carabiner, hooking it to your belt.
"Yeah. I'll get right on that."
>You didn't break eye contact until you left the building.

>Down to the storm cellar you go.
>You had taken some extra time out of your day to organize the pile of crap that used to be this cellar.
>You never use anything more than the push mower, rake, hedge clippers, and watering can.
>It was only recently you also decided to carry a trowel with you for the flower gardens.
>The work was hard, but strangely relaxing.
>There was something about fresh cut grass that just made you feel happy.
>It brought back memories as well.

>You were mowing the grass around Surgarcube Corner, softly singing to yourself.
"Yeah, I'm chillin' on a dirt road. Laid back swervin' like I'm-"
>"Hey you!"
>You turn around to see a very familiar face.
--
>It was the brown colt from the other day.
>"I thought I told you to get lost?"
>He stomped his hoof to emphasize his point.
>You crossed your arms and put your hand to your chin.
"Have we met?"
>That sure threw him for a loop.
>"Wait, what? You don't remember me? We just met a few days ago near the water fountain!"

>You thought about it for a second.
"Oh yeah! You're the illiterate pony who hates newspapers! Hey, great news. I talked to my friend and she said she would lo-"
>"I AM NOT ILLITERATE!"
"Whoa, careful buddy. Lets start with small words before you jump to anything more than 3 syllables."
>"I CAN-"
>He cut himself off and took a deep breath, calming himself down.
>Aww... maybe next time.

>"I am here to make due on my promise of forcing you to leave."
>You raise and eyebrow.
"Oh? And just how do you plan on doing that?"
>He smiled.
>"I'm going to kick your flank so bad, you will run back to the Everfree Forest where you belong."
--
>As hard as you tried, you could not contain your laughter.
>You were getting on his nerves again.
>His angry faces made you laugh harder.
>"And just what is so bucking funny!" he demanded.
>You wipe a tear from your eye and pulled out your hedge clippers.
>You opened them wide, your face looking through the gap of the blades.
"I think it's best if you just go. I don't need to perform a neutering today, do I?"
>You quickly scissors the blades closed to emphasize your point.

>He grew extremely worried and backed away from you, his tail tucked between his legs.
>"Y-you wouldn't be so tough without your tools. And when you least expect it, I will find you."
>He turned and ran.
>You smiled and shook your head.
>You started to get back to work, but another voice stopped you.
>"You wouldn't really do that, would you Anon?"
>You stopped and looked around.
>Where did that voice-
>You were just hit with a cupcake from above.
>You look up and spot Pinkie Pie waving at you from an upstairs window to Sugarcube Corner.
--
>You waved back.
"Say what now?"
>You wiped as much of the cupcake from your hair as you could.
>"You said you were going to 'neuter' him. Did you really mean it?"
>Pinkie was frowned as she asked.
"How long were you listening anyways?"
>"I came along when he started yelling about not being able to read."
>You cover your mouth with your hand to try to surpress a laugh.

"I'm sorry Pinkie. No, I did not mean it."
>"Well you sure were convincing," Pinkie shuddered.
>"But I'm happy you stood up to a bully," she smiled.
"Heheh," you rub the back of your head. "Thanks Pinkie."
>After a few seconds of silence you speak up.
"Hey, I'm gonna get back to work, okay?"
>"Okie dokie lokie!"
>She disappeared inside, but poked her head out again.
>"Hey Anon!"
"Yeah?"
>"You should come to Sugarcube Corner for lunch today."
"Sorry Pinkie, I was going to go to the diner and see-"
>"I have cherry pie."
"I will see you at lunch."
--
(Fluttershy's PoV)

>After a short chase with Angel over some stolen carrots, you begin to make your way into town.
>It was almost lunch and you are safe to assume Anon will be at the diner.
>You come upon the Ponyville city limits, when you are greeted by an orange pegasus.
>"Hi there!"
"Oh, um, hello. My name is-"
>"Fluttershy," he says with a smile.
"Oh, yes. How did you know that?"
>"You can't expect me not to know the name of the most beautiful pony in Ponyville."
>You blush.

"Heheh... Why thank you very much mister. Now if you'll excuse me-"
>"Are you going to lunch?"
"Why, yes I am."
>"Would you care to join me? I would like to invite you out to the diner."
 "Oh, well, you see, I was actually going to meet-"
>"Please?"
>You thought about it for a moment before you let out a defeated sigh.
"Oh... well, I guess that's okay."
>Anon wasn't expecting you today anyways.
--
>The pegasus was walking by your side.
>He was giving you a creepy stare and and even creepier smile.
>A smile bigger than Pinkie Pie's, showing as many teeth as possible.
>You shiver.
>You get to the diner and take your seats.
>The waitress comes out and you each take your orders.
>All you would like is  acup of tea, which the waitress brings out lickity split.

>"So Fluttershy, I hear you're getting married soon."
"Mhmm," you nod and stir your tea.
>"I have a questiong though."
"Hmm?" you ask, still stirring your tea.
>"What ARE you marrying anyways?"

>You drop your spoon and stare at him.
"What?"
>"I asked, what are you marrying? It's certainly no pony. I'm a little curious."
>Your face brightens up.
"His name is Anonymous. He's a human. No he's not a pony, but that's okay beca-"
>"Hey Fluttershy!"
--
(Anon's PoV)

>Lunch time rolls around and you are starving.
>The problem is, you're on the opposite side of town from Sugarcube Corner, the diner directly between the two of you.
>You could've just said 'No' and be wating a lot sooner.
>But... pie.
>You begin your walk to Sugarcube Corner, tools on your belt and the mower being pulled behind you.

>You pass the diner and take a look at the outside seating area.
>What you see surprises you greatly.
>Fluttershy was drinking tea with some orange pegasus you've never seen before.
>You smile and start waving your hands over your head.
"Hey Fluttershy!"
>She turned towards you and smiled.
>Leaving her friend, she trotted towards you and flew up to embrace you in a hug.
>You looked past her at her friend, who was noticably pissed.

>"Where are you off to?" asked Fluttershy, breaking the hug.
"I was just gonna go to lunch at Sugarcube Corner."
>"Do you mind if I come with?"
"What about your friend ov-"
>You look up to see he is gone.
"Oh. Well then, nevermind. Yeah, lets go."
--
>The walk to Sugarcube Corner was without a hitch.
>You ask Fluttershy about her friend, but she doesn't want to talk about it.
>Fair enough.
>Pinkie Pie isn't manning the counter today.
>It's Mrs. Cake instead.
>Pinkie Pie calls to you from a table and invites the two of you over.
>"Hey Anonymous!" she waves. "I didn't know Fluttershy was here too."

>You pull a seat out for Fluttershy, then you take a seat yourself.
"She wasn't, but I saw her in town on my way over here. Is that oikay with you?"
>"Of course, silly! There's nothing better than a good surprise!"
>You smile.
>She sure is right about that, although you don't care too much for surprises.
>Sure they're fun, but you like to know what's going on ahead of time.
>"So Fluttershy, what were you doing in Ponyville?"
>"I wanted to surprise Anon at the diner for lunch."
>This day is just full of surprises.
>"But I guess he wasn't gonna be there anyways," Fluttershy always seemed sad.

>You run your fingers through her mane, eliciting and smile and a hum of approval.
"Looks like i turned it around and got the surprise on you, huh?"
>"Yeah," she giggled.
>Pinkie was also giggling.
>"Hey! Who wants cake?"
>You were really disappointed.
"Cake? I thought we were having pie?"
>"Of course we are, silly! You don't like cake with your pie?"
"It's a choice of one or the other. You can't have both."
--
>Pinkie Pie froze and just stared at you, a blank expression on her face.
>You stared back with a straight face.
>"What?" she asked.
"Cake or pie?" you ask.
>"Why cake of course!"
"Blech... Pie is best dessert."
>"That's insane! Cake is the dessert for every occasion!"
"You speak lies!"

>You both turned to Fluttershy and asked simultaneously,
"What do you think Fluttershy?"
>"What do you think, Fluttershy?"
>Fluttershy shrunk in her chair.
>"I-I don't have an opinion... If that's okay with you..." she squeaked out.
>You shook your head, snapping yourself out of this train of thought.
"Agree to disagree?" you ask Pinkie, holding out your hand.
>"Sure thing!" she smiled and shook your hand.

>She ran off to talk to Mrs. Cake before disappearing into the kitchen.
"Sorry about that," you say to Fluttershy. "I got a little into it."
>"That's okay," said Fluttershy.
>Pinkie was out in no time with your lunch.
>The three of you spent the next hour just talking and being goofy.
>Well, you and Pinkie at least.
>Fluttershy had a derpy moment or two, but she was still having fun.
>You wave goodbye to Pinkie Pie and walk Fluttershy to Rarity's.
>Giving her a kiss goodbye, you get back to work.