Chapter 14

The Blooming Lotus Hotel, Ponyville

Aloe and Lotus had long ago figured out that ponies loved their wonderful spa treatments. So, it made sense to them to open up a hotel on the second floor of their spa. That way ponies from all over could get a treatment and book a room all in one convenient place. It was in one of these rooms that Trixie and her assistant had decided to stay for the remainder of their stay in Ponyville. Coincidentally, both Trixie and Aurora both enjoyed spa treatments so it was a win/win situation for them.

The showmare had ordered a room with two beds and a pull-out couch; she had placed Carrot on the couch. Trixie and Aurora had long since woken up and were enjoying a pot of coffee and some pastries, content reading the morning paper. Carrot, who was long used to waking up early, began to rise despite his hangover. He blearily opened his crusty eyes and instantly regretted it, because the morning sun assaulted his poor retina. Hissing in discomfort he smacked his dry lips and shuffled out to the table Trixie and Aurora were sitting at.

Trixie sipped her coffee. “Well good morning sleepy head. Got a bit of hangover perhaps?”

Carrot rubbed his temples. “Ughh yes please don’t remind me. Do you have any more coffee?”

“Sure, help yourself. You know Aurora and I have been talking and we think that you could use a day at the spa.”

“Huh…I don’t think I’ve ever gotten a spa treatment. Isn’t that something for mares?”

“Not strictly. Although a majority of those who do partake in the treatments are mares. So what do you say?”

Carrot frowned. “I’m not against the idea, but I don’t think I have enough bits on me to get a full treatment.”

Trixie waved her hoof. “Don’t worry about it, we gotcha covered.”

Aurora bounced in her seat. “Oh oh I wonder if they’ll file my claws. It’s been soooo long since I had a decent manicure.”

“Sure why not, they file horns too. How much different can claws be?”

Carrot yawned. “So what exactly is in a full treatment?”

Aurora held up her claw. “Well you have the hot tubs, mud baths, steam baths, and of course the massage.”

“I guess my neck and back have been a bit stiff lately. It wouldn’t hurt to get the kinks worked out.”

Trixie laughed. “No kidding you look like hammered shit. Erm…no offence.”

Carrot shrugged. “None taken, I probably do look like I went through the ringer. If you guys don’t have anything else planned, then why don’t we head on down to the spa?”

Aurora hopped onto Trixie’s back. “C’mon Trixie let’s get going!”

“Oh alright don’t get your scales in a twist.”

The two ponies and dragoness made their way to the reception room on the first level of the spa complex. At the desk was Lotus herself looking over an appointment book, which was only about half full. There weren’t any holidays going on so the days were slow. She was startled out of her reverie when Trixie rang the service bell.

Lotus smiled. “Ah greetings Ms. Lulamoon what might I do for you today?”

“My friends and I would like a water treatment and massage please.”

“That can be arranged, for we are not busy today. Do you have any preferences as to who shall attend to your needs?”

“Hmm not particularly, although somepony needs to be proficient with a file.”

“For you dragon friend no doubt. Have no fear for nearly all of our attendants have been certified in horn and hoof filing, as well as claws.”

“So how much is this gonna set me back?”

Lotus scratched her mane in thought. “I am willing to offer you a discount since you booked a room. For the three of you it shall be one hundred bits.”

Trixie levitated some bits out of her coat pocket. “There that should cover it.”

“Excellent, I see you have brought Mr. Cake with you. Since I assume he must be new to the spa scene I shall have my sister attend to him. Enjoy your treatment Ms. Lulamoon!”

Trixie and Aurora went into the mares’ changing room and Mr. Cake went to the opposite side that housed the stallions’ room. The showpony stripped out of her coat putting it in a locker and replaced it with a white towel. Aurora followed suit. They trotted out to the steam baths along with Mr. Cake. This part of the procedure was meant to exfoliate their coats and skin and to ready them for the massage. After that they would make their way to the hot-tubs. While the steam did wonders for the skin, it tended to frazzle the mane. Thus, Trixie wrapped her mane with a towel as well.

Carrot let out a sigh. “This isn’t too bad so far, although it gets hard to breath after a while.”

“Don’t worry we won’t be in here for very much longer. I’ve heard that ponies sometimes faint if they stay in here too long.”

Aurora rolled her eyes. “It’s not bothering me. I dunno why you ponies are such wussies when it comes to heat.”

Trixie face-hoofed. “Of course it doesn’t bother you, you’re a dragon for Celestia’s sake! Excuse us mammals for not being able to withstand volcanic temperatures.”

Aurora blushed. “Hehe oh yeah…forgot about that.”

Aloe opened the door to the steam bath. “Ok everyone it’s time to move on the massage!”

All three of them laid flat on large foam padded tables while three attendants came over to work on them. Aloe worked on Carrot, while a rose colored pegasus worked on Aurora. Trixie got a burly looking cream colored earthpony mare who looked like she could smash solid steel with her hooves. The unicorn gulped, hoping that the mare was better at massaging flesh than terrorizing foals…and grown ponies alike.

Aloe clapped her hooves. “Ok I shall work on Mr. Cake. Rosethorn you go ahead and work on Ms. Aurora. Helga you get Ms. Lulamoon.”

Carrot groaned in pleasure as he felt years of stress and knots loosen from his weary body. He had to admit that Aloe was amazing at her job. She was gentle with her hooves, but firm enough to loosen the tightened muscles. Aurora was enjoying a claw manicure, while her face was covered in cream and cucumber slices. Trixie was pleasantly surprised at how good Helga was at working out her own kinks. She had been massaged by both Aloe and Lotus before and while they were much gentler with their ministrations, Helga seemed to penetrate more deeply into the muscle.

After twenty minutes they were all limbered up and ready to soak in the hot-tubs. Carrot was the first to sink in and he felt like he could melt away. However his contented state of mind was not to last, not if Trixie had anything to say about it. As she sauntered over to the opposite side of the tub, Carrot noticed how glossy her coat was and the memorizing shade of her mane. He really hadn’t been able to get a good look at her, since she wore a coat and due to his state of mind. As she slipped into the tub, he quickly averted his eyes.

Trixie grinned. “That massage was wonderful, although I thought for sure that Helga was going to pound me into the ground.”

Aurora snickered. “Yeah she looked like a freaking body-builder. I’m surprised she didn’t shatter your spine.”

Trixie took the opportunity to dive under the water. When she reemerged she ran her hooves through her silky, wet mane. After that she propped herself against the edge of the tub and closed her eyes.

“I could almost fall asleep right now. Hey Carrot did you enjoy your massage?’

Carrot blushed. “What…oh umm yeah sure did. I feel like a million bits.”

“That’s cool. I think it did wonders for your mane, it looks a lot shinier.”

“Oh well thanks I guess. You uhh…look great too.”

Trixie twirled the end of her mane. “You think so? Thanks. It’s always such pain in the plot maintaining my mane. I almost wish it was a different color because it tends to stand out in crowds. Ha…the price of being celebrity I guess.”

Carrot frowned. “I must disagree with you. I think your mane is a beautiful color. It reminds me of freshly fallen snow.”

“You know it’s nice to hear you say that. When I was a filly I was teased constantly about it. Nowadays not so much, but still it’s an unusual color to say the least.”

Aurora laughed. “Be careful Mr. Cake you don’t want to stroke her ego too much. She can get full of herself sometimes.”

Trixie splashed some water her way. “Quit that you! That was in the past ok, I’m better at keeping my pride in check these days.”

Carrot popped his neck. “At least you don’t refer to yourself in the third pony. Ughh that would get really annoying and only egotistical jerks do that.”

“I use my stage name during introductions, but yeah that would be really annoying. Can you imagine me always saying: ‘Trixie needs a drink. Trixie does not approve of your attitude.’ Utter nonsense, I’d sound like an idiot!”

Aurora yawned. “Boy am I gettin’ sleepy. I think I’m gonna go back to the room for a quick nap. Later guys.”

Carrot and Trixie waved to the dragoness as she waddled towards the reception area. Aurora was not quite as sleepy as she had pretended to be, knowing full well that it was for the best to let those two ponies have some alone time. While she acted childish sometimes, the diminutive dragon was clever and very perceptive. She knew that while Trixie put on a brave face, the reality was that the mare was hurt and needed comfort. Aurora figured who better to comfort Trixie than a stallion in a similar situation.

Carrot started to get out of the tub. “Well I’m going to get out as well, if I stay in here any longer I’ll turn into a prune.”

“Hey Carrot would you mind helping me out of the tub?”

“Sure, no problem.”

Carrot extended his hoof and helped Trixie get out but such was his concentration on that task that he failed to see the puddle of water near his hind leg. Because he was putting weight on his back legs, he promptly slipped dragging Trixie down with him. He was lying on the ground belly up and with her piled on top of him. She was so close that he could feel her silky mane brushing up against his chest and could smell the faint minty aroma of her coat. They looked into each other’s eyes blushed furiously, then scrambled to their hooves trying to regain their composure.

Trixie bit her lip. “Oh…sorry I-I didn’t mean to pin you down.”

Carrot laughed nervously. “My fault entirely, I slipped on a puddle. I hope you’re not too upset…are you?”

“No, no no! Accidents happen after all!”

“Umm Trixie how about we go grab something to eat. It’s gotta be lunch time soon right?”

Trixie nodded vigorously. “Oh yeah I almost completely forgot. Yes, lunch sounds nice.”

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Braeburn’s House, Appleloosa

Chief Thunderhooves decided to make the entire group some of his famous corn and berry casserole as a way of showing his gratitude. They all happily munched away at while Strongheart got up from the table and wrapped Molly in a tight embrace.

“You have my heartfelt thanks, Molly from this point forward we're sworn sisters!”

Molly returned the hug with equal fervor. “You’re quite welcome dear, it was my pleasure. Now remember to send me pictures once you decide on having that foal of yours.”

“But of course, you shall also be invited to the wedding I insist upon it.”

Thunderhooves gave Molly a hug as well. “Thank you…I acted foolishly before and it was unwise of me to doubt your intentions. I hope that we can but that behind us now. Perhaps my daughter can finally be happy and lead the tribe. If you ever find yourself in buffalo lands, you will always be welcome.”

Molly blanched a bit, caught off guard by his affection. “It’s all water under the bridge. I know what you did was for the sake of your daughter and fathers can sometimes get a bit protective. Chief Thunderhooves I am proud to call you friend. If you’re interested I could get you some tickets to this year’s gala, it would do well to improve your image to the ponies.”

“I shall consider it, although it has been ages since I attended such events.”

AJ tipped her hat. “If ya do show up go on and treat yerself ta one of mah apple pies.”

Dusk Shine was awoken due to the all the conversation that was going on. As he got out of bed he looked at the clock and blushed slightly. He cursed himself for sleeping so long; it had been two hours…far too long for his taste. He trotted downstairs as a wonderful smell wafted into his nostrils. Somepony had made a casserole. So he took a piece of it and was shocked to find two buffalo sitting at the table.

Molly winked at him. “Hello my little sunshine, do you enjoy your nap?”

“Yes…but why are there buffalo here? What’d I miss?”

Thunderhooves grinned. “You missed out my boy. Why Molly here had the entire town singing and dancing, it was quite the spectacle. However, to make a long story short she aided my daughter and her fiancé in gaining acceptance among the buffalo and ponies.”

“So you mean to tell me that all of this happened when I was napping?”

Molly giggled. “Indeed. I just couldn’t bring myself to wake you up. You were so content.”

“URGHHHH!!! I knew it was a bad idea not to set that alarm. I should’ve set it for a half-hour but noooo I had to be lazy and forget about it!”

Strongheart frowned. “Do not be so hard on yourself Dusk Shine. We all require rest at times, it is entirely natural.”

“Strongheart’s right dear, don’t fret over it. We both know that you were preforming some rather strenuous activities.”

Dusk blushed. “M-molly you make seem like I don’t have any stamina!”

Braeburn scrunched his eyebrows. “Stamina for what?”

“Why Braeburn, it’s stamina for the greatest form of exercise on the planet. Just consider me Dusk’s personal trainer on the subject.”

“I’ve always considered apple-bucking as a great way ta get in shape. But I don’t recall seeing Dusk ever doing anything like that.”

AJ rolled her eyes. “Oh there’s definitely some buckin’ going on there sugarcube.”

“Well isn’t that great, maybe Dusk can help me with the harvest this fall.”

“Brae you can be so clueless. Ah worry ‘bout ya sometimes.”

Molly laughed. “Don’t worry Braeburn I’m certain that you’ll be engaging in your own exercise routine soon enough. And as for Dusk…let’s say that he has more than enough stamina for harvesting.”

Dusk buried his head under a pillow. “WHY DOES THIS ALWAYS HAPPEN!?”

“It’s nothing to be ashamed of dear; I’m simply recounting how surprisingly good you were. Despite being a…virgin. To think that I didn’t even need to use a spell, you stud!”

Strongheart blushed. “Oh…my.”

AJ growled. “Can we please stop talkin’ about Dusk’s dick? I’m tryin’ ta eat here. If y’all wanna go and rut yerselves silly in the back yard, be mah guest. Just do it outta mah sight!”

Molly licked AJ’s ear. “Aww is somepony all hot and bothered? Maybe we can get the whole gang in on it?”

“Nope ah ain’t interested. All ah want ta do is eat.”

“You’re no fun Applejack, all work and no play makes a dull mare.”

“Well then ah guess I’ll just have ta find a dull stallion. Then we can make dull foals and live an equally dull life on the farm. What do ya have ta say about them apples Ms. Molly?”

“What do I have to say? I have to say that I’m in the mood for a contest. I want to see just how composed you really are.”

AJ’s ears perked up. “Hmm is that a challenge sugarcube?”

“It most certainly is. You claim to not be interested in all things sexy and fun so why not prove it?”

“It ain’t that ah don’t like sex…ah just don’t have time for it.”

Molly giggled. “Smells like an excuse made by a virgin.”

“Well that’s cause ah am a virgin! Ah ain’t laying nopony ‘till I’m married.”

Molly huffed. “Eww you’re one of those old-fashioned types. No wonder you didn’t want to have a threesome. But, my test does not require you to lay with anypony.”

“Fine by me then. Whatever you’ve got I’ll take it head on!”

“It’s not wise to agree to things you have no idea about. Rainbow Dash made a similar mistake.”

“Are you callin’ me a liar and a moron?”

“Nothing of the sort dear, I am merely advising you to read between the lines.”

“I’m willin’ ta put mah pride on the line, name yer challenge!”

Molly used her magic to produce two very life like dildos, which she levitated onto the table. Strongheart looked like she was about to die of embarrassment and Dusk just face-hoofed.

“Both of us shall take one of these and place it inside of ourselves. The challenge is: the mare who can stay the most composed within a twenty four hour period is the winner. Now I must warn you these are my own constructs, so they tend to have a mind of their own.”

Applejack blushed but nodded. “Fine…that’s a mighty strange contest but I’m not really surprised considerin’ that you thought of it. Let’s do this.”

The two mares spat on their hooves and shook. Molly flew up to the second floor and brought back a white colored tube of lubricant. Thunderhooves glared at Braeburn, who managed a sheepish grin. Strongheart’s ears flattened as she buried her face in the couch. Molly squirted a glob of the clear colored gel onto each dildo.

“What in tarnation are ya doin’?”

“Well Applejack I’m merely applying lubricant to the dildos. They would hurt going in dry.”

“Oh…yeah umm ok carry on then.”

Molly slid her dildo in without so much as a twitch. “Your turn dear.”

AJ slowly slid hers in, gasping towards the end. “N-no p-problem.”

“One last thing dear, the dildo will change to the color of your coat so it blends in. Unless they saw you put it in, nopony will be able to tell it’s there. Of course that presumes you don’t lose your composure or…get a bit leaky.”

AJ’s dildo began to squirm. “Unnguhh whoa nelly. This is gonna be a b-bbb-bit rough.”

“I should mention that should you try and remove it, the dildo is enchanted to plunge itself right back in. If the twenty four hour period has not expired. Have fun!”

AJ’s face flushed. “D-damn it, this thing vibrates harder at t-the worst possible time.”

Molly laughed. “That’s the idea, because what fun would it be if you got used to it?”