Equestrian Heroes

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Naruto x ?

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The following afternoon Rarity invited Fluttershy over to the Boutique so she could discuss the events of what happened earlier. While she wasn't going to elaborate on Naruto's past without his permission she was willing to discuss the events of everything else.

"I just could not help myself. I wanted to feel nothing, but when he kissed me and now I'm smitten. It's just; whenever I needed him he's always been there for me. He's been there for all of us." After the confession Rarity supposed she shouldn't have been surprised when Fluttershy gave her an understanding glance.

Placing her hands on top of Rarity's. "I know how you feel."

"The only downside

is that he is a bit clueless."

The two mares looked at each other and then fell into a fit of giggles. The laughter cleared the air, and a few moments passed as the girls sipped their tea

"So what happens now?" Fluttershy asked.

"Well, for one the two of us are going to have to make a move. After last night's event, I started to think a bit more about what I want. While I still wish to pursue my career I also gave more thought to the more intimate details of my life. " Rarity closed her eyes and her thoughts drifted off. "I imagine a… a family… a loving husband….and a darling little girl or two and when I thought it would end there I could see more…" she opened her eyes and they landed on her best friend. "…I can see myself with my best friend, as a fellow herd mate and her precious ones as well."

"I feel the same way." She admitted. "I never gave dating much thought and to be honest the idea of being in a herd sort of scares me, but if its with you, I think I would be ok with it." Fluttershy could see how much Rarity cared about Naruto and she didn't have it in her heart to deny her friend. They had a strong history together after all. She couldn't think of any other mare she would be more comfortable within this kind of relationship. "I…I just want to know how this whole process is supposed to work?" she wondered.

"Okay then," Rarity replied. "I believe I can explain that. We'll just have to use our wit and charms to draw his attention. Now, normally this situation would call for a pseudo herd, a group of mares, usually friends, who agree to a set of conditions for the courting of a stallion. It is necessary to establish a connection or to check for compatibility. While you and I are in an agreement we will still have to deal with mares hoping to attract Naruto or form a herd. Until an official herd is established we will, unfortunately, have to deal with other mares trying to date him since he will essentially still be considered on the market."

"What about the actual courtship? Is it supposed to be one on one?" she wondered.

"Well it could be one on one or group dating if preferable if not encouraged to see how the herd will be able to interact with each other. I suggest we both go on a date with him together and then go on a date individually once we feel we reach a level where we are comfortable."

Fluttershy nodded and then spoke up again. "And, um… how far are we supposed to, um… go?"

"Only as far as you feel is necessary, darling," Rarity said in a reassuring tone, "After all, I suspect he will not push you any further than you feel necessary. I find it prudent that we focus on the romantic part of courting and worry about the more intimate issues at a later date."

"Wow, herding isn't as different as monogamous dating as I had thought." Definitely different from how dating was viewed in Cloudsdale.

"Well, what I gave you was more of a brief overview, but we can discuss the protocols behind herding and courtship later. Unfortunately, the two of us might not be enough to fend off pursuers on our own." Rarity admitted with a grimace. "Not to sound like an arrogant bore, but our new-found status is going to make this more difficult."

For a moment Fluttershy was confused before realizing what Rarity meant. "Because we're the personifications of Generosity and Kindness right?" she asked as Rarity nodded.

"Yes, which will only grow more troublesome after the conference the princess has planned, as him dating us will only increase their interest and his allure to other mares as well. The perfect sort of situation for social climbers and potential, excuse my language dear, plot kissers who will see his friendship with the princesses as an easy route to the Princesses."

"So should we look for other mares to invite?"

"Yes and no," she replied, "There is no indication how large of a herd Naruto may want, but if he does suggest he wants more we should keep an eye out for potential herd mates. Once a herd has reached a certain size it tends toward away most mares as the larger the size the less attention overall the mare in the herd receives. There is also the matter of bills, room, housing, and other matters that this kind of relationship can entail. For right now I believe it is in our best interest to focus on one thing at a time. Right now we should focus on bonding with Naruto and hope that he chooses one of us as his alpha." She finished explaining. "First thing first, it's time we clean up, get dressed up, and go find our stallion."

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Naruto was nervous about doing this. He was beginning to wonder if he was going to be able to handle this. This truly was going to be the most difficult thing he will ever face. Fighting Kaguya or Madara paled in comparison to what he was about to do.

Ask and go on a date with Pinkie Pie.

Truly there was no greater task than the one he was going to go through.

"Hey, Naruto." A voice called out to the blond causing him to look up from his seat to see a pretty mare with a soft cream coat, with two-toned red mane with violet high light. She was an earth pony wearing a tank top and pair of jean shorts. This was Cream Tart, an expert on making various types of tart. "Been hearing a rather interesting rumor. "

"Hello to you Cream Tart, as for rumors that's usually what they are. Rumors. You shouldn't believe everything you here without a proper source."

"That is why." she sat it fit to seat herself next to him. "I'm here to confirm a few things myself." She finished with a purr.

"Cream Tart I actually have some business I need to attend to. " He tried to gently rebuff her advances.

"You don't look busy to me." She purred at him.

"Yeah well, I have plans to meet with somepony so if you'll excuse me." He said as he made an attempt to get up as Cream Tart's hand snatched up and grabbed him by the wrist, yanking him back down hard.

"Why are you in such a hurry cutie? Why don't you come back to my place for a drink among other things?" she offered, sending him a suggestive glance.

Naruto yanked himself from Cream Tart's grip much to her surprise. Before she could make a second move she suddenly found her path block by a surge of pink.

"Hey there Narry. The girls and I have something planned for you…" She said stroking his chin before bringing his head down and placing her lips against his. Startled, Naruto let out a noise between a cry and utterance of Pinkie's name.

Cream Tart looked on, surprised and annoyed that finally, a stallion was going to go on the market only to have already been snatched up.

Naruto meanwhile found himself being lost in the sweet taste of Pinkie's lips. He could taste the blueberries and chocolate on her lips. Soon the kiss broke as Pinkie turned her attention to Cream Tart. "Hey Cream Tart, didn't see you there cause I was greeting my Narry." Considering how she lingered on the word my, it was obvious what Pinkie was suggesting to the other mare. "Something you need?"

"No," she forced out between her teeth. "Excuse me." She suddenly left in a huff.

A triumph grin formed on Pinkie's face before turning to Naruto her cheeks darkening. "I saw that Cream Tart was bothering you. I hope you didn't mind." She replied, leaning against Naruto. She felt quite comfy in his lap.

"No, I thank you," He was still trying to recover from the shock of seeing Pinkie Pie blushing. Well, he came here to Sugarcube Corner for a reason, he might as well do it.

"Pinkie…"

"Oh Narry I will." She let out a squeal of delight and threw her arms around his neck. Once more Naruto was dumbfounded.

"What…I…I didn't even…how?" He asked upon seeing the little grin she was sporting. "Pinkie Sense?"

"Pinkie Sense." She answered. "…but before I can go out with you, you have to talk with Rarity."

"Talk with Rarity? About what?" What weird plan did Pinkie have in the little head of hers?

"Oh Narry," she rubbed her fingers through his hair. "You're so cute when you're clueless. Go to her and ask her what is in her heart. Trust me." She said as the call of her name from Mrs. Cake indicated her break time was over. "Come back and see me after then, ok?" She said as she leaped up from his lap giving off a little show with the shake of her hips as she made her way back to the bakery.

Well at the very least it wouldn't hurt to go with Pinkie's suggestion. He made his way back over to Rarity's who he hadn't seen since the revelation.

"Come on in Darling, we were hoping you would show up." Rarity said as she opened the door, inviting him in. As always Rarity was in something dressy, but a bit sexier than her work ware. She was sporting a low-cut purple top that matched her mane perfectly, a black mini-skirt and the high heels that went perfectly along with it.

"We?" he asked as Rarity led him into the next room where Fluttershy was waiting. She was sat on the couch, her cheeks darkening slightly as she noticed him take in her outfit. It was a short sleeveless V-neck bandage dress with a bandage skirt ranging from white at the lowest lines to a shade of grey at the highest part with the back strappy to allow her wings to hang out with the top part of the dress black and sleeveless to show off her arms with a pair of heels similar to the pair Rarity was handling.

Was this the sexy side of Fluttershy coming to life? He wasn't sure he would be able to handle this. Rarity dragged him over to the couch, putting him in between the two of them.

"Hey Shy didn't expect to see you here." He said, putting on his best smile.

"W-Well Rarity and I had something important to talk about." She was resisting the urge to pull her wing over herself. She wasn't used to showing off so much of her body.

"Yes, something very important indeed." Rarity insisted.

"I see, but before that," He turned and look her in the eyes. "Rarity there is something I want to know. Something I wish to know. What is in your heart?"

For a moment Rarity was stunned. She had no idea that Naruto was ever going to approach her about this subject. It took her a moment to collect her thoughts. It was now or never. "I always wanted a prince." She began, clasping her hands. "Handsome, wealth, the cream of the crop, a stallion that would love me and cherish me like the most valuable diamond. For the longest time, I had these fantasies in my head of what the perfect stallion would be like, only for one stallion to prove time and time again that he is somepony I can be with. Loyal, Kind, Courageous, Gentlemanly, and very loving. He has proven not only to me, but to others around him that he may not have a royal's money or their status, but his very character is princely and he is sitting right in front of me. " Rarity took up Naruto's hand. "He is a stallion who holds a special place in my heart and I feel like I could fall in love with him." She admitted as she brought up a hand to caress his right cheek.

"I thought, I thought you only wanted to be friends Rarity." He said as he placed his hand on hers.

"I was fooling myself. I was afraid to take the nature of our relationship any further, especially when you mentioned you enjoyed my friendship. I w-was…" she began to stammer when Naruto placed a finger to her lips.

"You don't have to say anymore. I think I know what happened. " A slight smile tugged at his lips. "I thought you wanted to be just friends as well. I think…I think we both were sending the wrong signals. So I'm going to say this now. I have feelings for you Rarity." He finally confessed as he brought his finger down. Their eyes met as the two of them leaned forward as their lips connected.

Naruto wrapped his arms around Rarity's waist as the kiss deepened. The softness of her form pressed against him as he inhaled the scent of her perfume. And what started as a sweet and chaste kiss developed into something more. They kiss led to another and another and even another as the kisses turned into sweet hungry pecks as everything around them cease to exist.

If it wasn't for Fluttershy's exclamation of 'oh my' there was no telling how far things would have gone. Finally, the kiss broke as the two the kiss, panting slightly from it. Both of them were feeling rather sheepish on how they practically forgot about the Pegasus.

"M-Maybe I should go." She was about to leave when Rarity grabbed her by the shoulders.

"Forgive me Fluttershy, I lost my head for a second. Now it is your turn to confess." Rarity insisted, pushing the Pegasus forward.

"What?" Naruto asked as he was wondering if he heard right.

Fluttershy was a few feet away from the blond. "N-Naruto I…I like you," she admitted as she took a deep breath before finally finding the courage she never thought she could manage. "You've been a positive influence for me. You've been kind to me, cared for me, and been patient with me in a way few other ponies have. You've been helping me grow as a pony and I…and I wish to explore these feelings of mine." She finished, placing her hands over her heart.

"In other words, darling Fluttershy and I wish to court you." Rarity drew his attention with a magnificent flick of her coiffure and continued, "…and if you are willing maybe even form a herd."

Naruto instantly became silent at that admittance as he was taking in everything that he had learned. The silence permeated for nearly five minutes, worrying and unnerving the mares before he finally spoke up, "I'm…I'm willing to give it to try. I don't know all the rules of herding myself because I was raised Monogamous."

Rarity's eyes widened. "Oh that's right; you still have to tell Fluttershy about your past."

Fluttershy looked at the two of them. "What?"

"I will, but there's something you two should know. I, I went on a date with Applejack and she has expressed an interest in dating me as well." He admitted causing Rarity to cock her head slightly and part her mouth in surprise.

"That is certainly…interesting." While Rarity knew that Applejack and Naruto had a history and strong friendship she had no idea the apple farmer was interested in the stallion.

"…and I have a date with Pinkie Pie as well." He sheepishly admitted.

Rarity's eyes twitched slightly. Pinkie Pie? While she had no personal issues with the party mare, Pinkie's unique behavior was an acquired taste. Well at the very least those two would help as prospective members of a pseudo herd. In fact, the two of them would make most mares think twice before trying to steal Naruto away; this was something she could work with.

"That is perfectly fine." Rarity said as she gently pushed Fluttershy on one side of Naruto before once again placing herself on the other side.

"I just…I just can't believe it you know." He admitted.

"Can't believe what?" Fluttershy asked and then squeaked when Naruto pulled the two of them closer.

"That among the most beautiful mares I have ever seen, two of them are interested in me. One I care for greatly and the other I wouldn't mind getting closer to." It had been a long time since he felt this content and nice.

"Indeed darling, this is wonderful." She said, nestling into his neck.

Fluttershy agreed. She could not keep a massive smile from blossoming on her face, matching the warmth in her chest as she fully digested the compliment. She couldn't help the pleased giggles coming from the Pegasus's lips.

"Oh my," Rarity had to place her hand over her mouth to control her own giggles. "I do believe I have never seen Fluttershy that elated before. You keep that up and you will have her going gaga."

This felt right. This warmth. Naruto merely enjoyed the moment he was sharing with the two mares, already making up his mind that whatever happened, that he wanted to explore things further with Shy and especially Rarity.

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