Chapter 4

Golden Oaks Library, Ponyville

Molestia happily trotted along with the groceries and (a soaking wet) Dusk Shine, levitating above her. She knocked on the door to library three times waiting for a response. When she did not get one, Molly decided a little persuasion was in order.

“Oooooh Spike could please be a dear and open the door. Auntie has come for a visit!”

She heard the scrapping of claws against wood and what she could have sworn as a baby dragon saying “shit”. The young drake opened the door with a toothy grin.

“Hey Prin…what did you do to your mane? Do you lose a bet with Luna or something?”

Molestia giggled. “Heavens no, it will be several millennia before Luna pulls the wool over my eyes! I wanted to try out a new look.”

“Eh, well that’s nice I guess.”

Molly pouted. “Y-you don’t like it? You think I’m…ugly?”

“No no no no! I didn’t mean it like that! It’s just different is all.”

“You make it seem as if different is bad.”

Spike growled in frustration. “Ughh, ok ya know what? It’s different but in a good way. I think it looks pretty…purple looks good on you.”

Molestia nuzzled the little drake. “My word Spike you certainly know how to sweep a mare off her feet. Could you be a dear and take these groceries into the kitchen? I’m afraid Dusk had a bit of an accident involving a freezing cold pond and needs a bath right now.”

“Yeah, sure I can do that. Tell ya what; since you’re visiting today I’ll make dinner. How’s stir fry sound?”

“That’s sounds marvelous dear. I didn’t know you knew how to cook. As soon as you get older, all the mares in Ponyville will be fighting tooth and nail to nab you. After all a Stallion…or in this case a drake that can take care of his lady is a rare prize indeed.”

Spike looked a bit dejected. “A lot of good that will do me when I only want the attention of one mare…”

What is it with these two and their ridiculous puppy love? “So the noble Spike seeks to enchant a lovely lady? Who is this lucky mare?”

“I dunno…if I told you it would make things reeeeaally awkward.”

He’s just like Dusk. Damn it Tia where on Equestia did you hide their balls? “You call tell old Auntie anything Spike, I promise I won’t make fun of you.”

Spike fiddled with his claws. “Oh…alright I guess it couldn’t hurt. I have a crush on…Fluttershy.”

Molestia leered at Spike. “The lovely little buttercup with the superbly squishy…errr I mean kind heart!”

“She’s the kindest, sweetest pegasus in all Equestria.”

“Hmmm well she was very sweet, now that you mention it. She tasted almost like…oh I can’t put my hoof on it. Ah yes, butterscotch. That’s it!”

“Uhhh what do you mean tasted like? I was talking about her personality.”

Molestia mentally face-hoofed. “Oh…I was just speculating dear. With such a yellow coat is it any wonder that she might taste of butterscotch?”

Spike’s eyes glazed over. “Mhmmm…I bet she would.”

“Now as your auntie I have to warn you that since you aren’t the same species as her, she might not be interested in dating a dragon. In fact, I’m not so sure she even likes stallions…for that matter.”

“I’ve know that for a long time Princess. But that isn’t going to stop me!”

“Well, it’s good to see you so determined Spike. I better get Dusk in the tub before he catches a cold. I’m looking forward to dinner.”

Molestia flew up the stairs with Dusk levitating behind her, into the bathroom. She flicked the hot water switch to the tub and began to squirt bath oils and soap inside. Dusk’s eyes shrank to pinpricks as he tried to run away in vain. Molestia gently set him down in the water, but still had him in her magic aura.

Dusk shivered slightly. “W-what are you doing with that b-brush?”

“Well, sunshine it is generally used to clean dirty little ponies.”

“OH NO! You aren’t playing that game with me! You’ll end up trying to rub me off with that thing or worse…you’ll start sticking it in places it doesn’t belong!”

Molly snorted. “You have quite an active imagination. I’m sorry to disappoint you, but this is just an ordinary brush meant for cleaning. Now, sit still so I can scrub you.”

“Eh-what?”

“Don’t be such a prissy little filly. Just relax; I’ll get you cleaned up in two flicks of a mare’s tail.”

Dusk winced expecting the worst, but was surprised when all Molestia did was…well scrub his back. She also had managed to squirt some shampoo in his mane and was gently rinsing it out. Dusk began to relax, but blushed in embarrassment.

“Dusk why the hay are you blushing? I have done nothing to provoke such a response.”

“It’s just that I haven’t been bathed like this since I was a colt. It’s kind of embarrassing but…it reminds me of when I used to stay in Canterlot with the Princess.”

“Ah sweet memories, more delicious than the most delicate rose.”

“Molly, you really do remind me of her.”

“I should hope so; I was once part of her mind you know.”

“Intellectually I know that, but you two are so different. I love Celestia with all my heart, but she…I don’t know I guess she can be so aloof sometimes. You seem much more relatable I suppose.”

Molly ran a hoof through her mane. “I’m afraid that’s just her nature as a ruler, dear. She loves you but Tia has never been a pony who is able to come off her pedestal. After all, she has been ruling Equestria for thousands of years.”

Dusk let out a frustrated sigh. “I don’t know how I’m supposed to think about you. Sometimes you’re so…frustrating but other times you show me kindness and understanding. You are a complicated mare Molly.”

“More complicated than you shall ever know. Why don’t we finish up? I bet Spike has a nice dinner made for us and I’m sure you’re hungry.”

Molestia dried off Dusk with a spell, afterwards making their way down to the kitchen. They were assaulted by the smell of frying vegetables. Spike was setting plates onto the table, while wearing a “kiss the cook” apron. Dusk rolled his eyes; at least the apron wasn’t pink. The purple unicorn was suitably more impressed by the array of fried goodies gracing the dinner table. Spike had made Neighponese tempura, one of Dusk’s favorite dishes. Molestia clapped her hooves in delight and proceeded to give Spike a big slobbery smooch on the cheek. Rather than blush, Spike just looked extremely confused.

“Your apron said ‘kiss the cook’ and since you did such a good job preparing dinner, I just had to kiss you.”

“Now if only I could get Fluttershy to do that…” Spike grumbled under his breath.

The two ponies and dragon happily munched on the fried fare. Over all, it was one of the most pleasant meals Molestia had in ages (since being part of Celestia anyway). Dusk looked very serious all the sudden as he put his plate in the sink. He turned around and sighed.

“Spike I need to tell you something. What I’m about to tell must be kept secret at all costs. Can I trust you?”

Spike saluted. “On my honor as a dragon and a bro, you can count on me!”

“Ok. You see Spike; the princess isn’t who she appears to be.”

“Eh…what do you mean?”

“The alicorn sitting next to you isn’t Celestia.”

Spike laughed. “Dusk have you gone crazy? I mean yeah her mane is different but that’s the princess if I ever saw her.”
“I’m serious! Do you remember that letter I got this morning?”

“Yeah…the princess did send it pretty suddenly. So what about it?”

“The princess was having some…err…mare issues, so she went to a doctor to see if he could fix it. As it turns out the doctor used a highly unstable, experimental spell that created another Celestia.”

Spike looked confused. “But you just said that she wasn’t Celestia.”

“She isn’t. This is Molestia, although she prefers to be called Molly. She’s like Celestia but a bit more…eccentric.”

“Whoa wait you’re telling me that she’s another princess, like Luna?”

“You know I’m not really sure. I guess she would be considered part of the royal line. Anyway…the point is she’s going to be staying with us for a while.”

Spike formed his claw into a fist and held it out. Molestia bumped it with her hoof.

“Alright, she seems cool to me.”

Dusk’s jaw dropped. “Wait…so you’re not freaking out over her living here?”

“Nah. Why should I be?”

“Spike sometimes you amaze me.”

“Somepony around here has to always keep their cool. Dusk you have mental breakdowns over late friendship reports. So yeah, I like to keep my head on straight.”

Dusk gritted his teeth. “Spike that was one time!”

“Aaand you made the entire town crazy with your ‘Want-it, Need-it’ spell. Yep, I’m cool as a cucumber.”

Dusk ruffled Spike’s fins. “Pfft fine I’ll admit that I got carried away. I guess you’ve earned the right to say that. You’re a wonderful assistant most of the time.”

Spike grinned. “Hey it’s what bros do for each other.”

The evening droned on as Spike hobbled off to bed, since he liked sleeping so much. Dusk sat on the couch and read a book about steam power mechanics, while Molly simply stared at the fire place drinking some tea. After about two hours Dusk let out a massive yawn, followed closely by one made by Molestia.

“Boy am I tired. I think I should go to bed.”

“Yes, as am I.”

Molly followed Dusk up to his room and waited until he had tucked himself in. Despite the lack the light, Molly could still make out Dusk’s face. He seemed to be a bit nervous. She giggled to herself. With her magic, she fluffed Dusk’s pillow.

“Good night little sunshine, may you have pleasant dreams.”

“Night Molly. I hope you enjoy staying here. I think…no, I like having you here. It’s nice even if it gets a little crazy sometimes.”

“Thank you dear. I’m glad to call you my friend.”

Molestia trotted out the door and looked back to see that Dusk had a smirk on his face. She couldn’t help but smile herself, as she drifted to sleep.

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Golden Oaks Library, the next morning

Dusk Shine was mildly annoyed to have one of the sun’s rays try to pry him out of bed. It was almost as if the princess herself was calling him a lazy oaf. He slowly got out of bed and popped his neck. Dusk swore he could smell eggs and hay-bacon, coffee too. So, he made his way downstairs to find that a pot of coffee was already brewed and breakfast was on the table. With a shrug he began chowing down. Strangely enough he could hear singing. Whoever it was had a lovely voice, almost as beautiful as a siren. It was coming from the living area. Dusk levitated his coffee mug and went to investigate.

The purple unicorn continued to enjoy the song, whilst sipping his coffee. Unfortunately, the sight that greeted him induced a spit take. There, in the living room, was Molestia. She was cleaning, more specifically dusting the shelves. The alicorn was also the source of the mysterious singing. Did the singing surprise Dusk? No. Was it the fact that she was cleaning? No. What surprised Dusk was that she was dressed in a very kinky maid uniform.

Molestia turned around and winked. “Good morning sunshine. I see you enjoyed the breakfast I made. I was feeling energetic this morning so I thought I’d do a bit of cleaning.”

“WHAT IN TARTARUS ARE YOU WEARING?!”

“It’s a maid’s uniform you silly stallion. I thought that was obvious.”

Dusk rubbed his head. “I know that, but why do you even need to wear it?”

“Oh I see you just want to get me naked hmmm? I’ve heard of afternoon delight, but this early in the morning…how bold of you Dusk Shine.”

“Arrggghhh! We don’t normally wear clothes anyway. It has nothing to do with me being bold.”

Molly stuck out her lip. “You don’t like my outfit? I made it super sexy, j-u-s-t for y-o-u.”

The purple unicorn blushed. “Yeah and that’s the problem. I can’t deal with this crap so early in the day.”

“At the very least, the bookshelves are now clean.”

“Well, I can’t complain about that.”

Molestia gasped. “What kind of horrible maid am I? I missed a spot!”

“Molly it looks fine just…”

Molestia grabbed the feather duster in her mouth and bent down to dust a lower shelf. Her rear was “conveniently” facing towards Dusk’s face.

“There’s that dirty little spot. Oh but I just can’t quite reach it! I guess I’ll have to bend a little bit more to get it.”

Molly bent down even more, lifting her tail a little bit. She wasn’t wearing anything underneath the maid skirt so Dusk got a good look at the “Royal Gardens”. After a few seconds, she got back up and trotted off to the kitchen to fetch some tea. She returned sans one maid outfit, and sipped her tea with a demonic grin. Dusk was lying on the floor in what seemed to be a very awkward position. He looked positively uncomfortable.

“Now Dusk, its morning and I don’t think you should be trying to sleep on the floor.”

“I’m not trying to sleep!”

“Oh is that so? If not, you are certainly trying to get to know the floor better.”

Dusk whimpered. “Why, why do you have to do this to me?”

“Do what to you dear?”

“You know damn well what I’m talking about. STOP GIVING ME SO MANY BLOODY ERECTIONS!”

Molly bellowed with laughter. “It’s completely natural sunshine that just means you’re happy to see me!”

Spike chose to walk in at that moment, spying Dusk on the floor.

“Hey dude how’s come you’re on the floor? Are you sick or something?”

“Yes Spike, I’m very sick. Sick of all these shenanigans.”

“Huh I didn’t know you could get sick from those. Feel better bro, I’m going out to find some gems. See ya later.”

“Later…Spike.”

Molestia waved. “Goodbye dear.”

“I swear Molly you better not try to pull your little stunts with him.”

“I should say not! He is a cute wittle, innocent baby dragon. Besides I have a fully grown stallion to tease instead.”

“Lucky me.”

After Dusk composed himself he set to the task of cleaning the dishes from breakfast. He had just finished when he heard a loud crashing noise originating from the top floor. Rushing up the stairs he found a broken window and a disoriented Rainbow Dash.

“Dash we’ve been over this, use the door not the window.”

“Hehehe sorry Dusk I was in a bit of a hurry.”

“I forgive you; it’s nothing a little magic can’t fix. Are you ok?”

Dash stretched her wings. “Yeah everything seems to be in order.”

“So what brings you to the library today?”

“The new Daring Do book came out a few days ago, but I was busy with weather patrol so I didn’t get a chance to read it yet. Do you have it?”

“I should. Come on, let’s go downstairs and get it.”

Dusk found the book easily enough. He levitated the book towards the eager hooves of Rainbow Dash, whom happily received it with a cute little squee. She was about to bolt out the door, when Molestia showed up. Dash looked a bit surprised but waved to her.

“Heya princess, sup?”

“Hello Rainbow Dash. I take it you’ve found another book to enjoy?”

Dash rubbed the back of her mane. “Yeah…heh.”

“Not to worry dear, I enjoy reading too. While I’m sure you want to get home and read that book as soon as possible, I was hoping we could have a bit of fun.”

“Fun? What kind of fun?”

“A competition, if you will. I propose we hold a race.”

Dash’s wings twitched. “A race? Awesome! I mean…I could be talked into it.”

“I thought you might be interested. Here is what I propose: We race from here to Sweet Apple Acres. No holds barred. Winner gets to tell the loser what to do, no questions asked. Does that sound fair to you?”

Rainbow spat in her hoof. “You’re on!”

“Dusk would be so kind as to time the race?”

Dusk shrugged. “I guess so.”

Molly rubbed her hooves together. “Very well then, let us race!”

Molestia and Rainbow Dash were outside the library within seconds. Dusk stood behind them while levitating an acorn.

“Ok ladies this is how it’s going to work. I’m going to drop this acorn and when it hits the ground you start. I’ll use magically enhanced vision to see who gets to Sweet Apple Acres first.”

Dusk Shine dropped the acorn and in a blinding rainbow blur, Dash was speeding towards her destination. Molestia just stood there and yawned. She counted a few seconds, and then blew some dirt from her hoof. Suddenly, with a purple flash she teleported. Dusk winced, knowing that Rainbow had just been duped.

Dash was nearly flying at the speed of sound when she arrived at the Acres. She snickered knowing that some big alicorn would never be as fast as her, so she looped a few times in the air knowing that victory was hers. Dash frowned when she saw the princess sitting on top of a tree eating an apple, looking rather smug.

“W-what I…how did you get here so fast?”

Molestia continued to chew on her apple. “Simple dear, I teleported. When I said no holds barred, I meant it.”

Rainbow poked Molestia in the chest. “You cheated!”

“I never said we couldn’t use magic. You lost, plain and simple.”

Rainbow grumbled. “Stupid magic. Alright I lost, since I’m a mare of my word I’ll do what you say.”

“Good, my request is simple.”

“Oh yeah and what is it?”

“I just want to take some pictures.”

Rainbow cocked her eyebrow. “Pictures huh? Sounds easy enough to me.”

Molestia teleported them both back to the library’s basement, making sure Dusk Shine wasn’t snooping around. She used her magic to make Dash wear a school-filly’s uniform with a short skirt and pair of rainbow colored socks for her hind legs. Molly then pulled Dash’s hair back into a pony-tail with a scrunchie.

“There now we take some pictures.”

“Uhh ok, weird clothing but whatever. So what do I do?”

“Just make a few poses dear, that’s all.”

Dash shrugged her wings. “Whatever you say.”

After they were done with the impromptu photo shoot, Molestia gave Rainbow a hug and sent the pegasus on her way. The photos took about ten minutes to develop. She extremely pleased at how they turned out. Rainbow Dash made an excellent sexy little school-filly. Truly clop-worthy photographs. Molestia couldn’t wait to see Dusk’s reaction.