Author's Notes:

So, here it is. Part 2 of the double chapter special. Once again, this is a bonus Flarity part. This is not essential to the story, but I do appreciate any support on it

Rarity sat nervously trying to give herself every possible distraction, to delay the task at hoof. Fluttershy had invited Rarity to her cottage for evening tea. Well, it had been afternoon tea, but Rarity was otherwise engaged. Fluttershy was more than happy to shift the time backwards. However, Rarity thought she probably wasn't being very good company. It wasn't like she meant to keep zoning out, but she could only think of the upcoming task.

"Rarity, did you hear what I just said?" asked Fluttershy.

"Oh dear, I'm so sorry. I'm being awful company. You see, visiting Pinkie Pie gave me something to think about. I hate to ask you, but can you please repeat yourself," responded Rarity.

Poor Fluttershy was devastated. She had nearly gathered the courage to tell Rarity. She had just told Rarity that there was something important that she needed to tell her. However, Rarity had zoned out, destroying Fluttershy's determination completely. In a way though, she felt she should be at least a little thankful, after all. What Fluttershy was going to tell her was possibly risky towards their close friendship. Fluttershy couldn't really blame Rarity for constantly zoning out. This was a hard time after all. "It doesn't matter, it wasn't that important. You know, if there's anything you want to talk about, I'll do my best to help."

"I'm sorry Fluttershy, I don't think you can help me here. It's something I have to face with time." By Celestia's holy pajamas, just tell her, she's worried about you now, thought Rarity.

"Rarity, you have the five of us, and Spike. There is nothing you have to face alone."

"I spoke to Pinkie Pie about it, but I'm not sure I can speak about it again."

Fluttershy was unsure whether she should be upset with this. She had always thought she would be Rarity's premiere confidant so-to-speak, as Rarity was hers, but that would be slightly hypocritical on her part. After all, she had spoke to Pinkie Pie about her feelings for Rarity. Really, she couldn't be mad at all. "Well, whenever you feel ready, you know I'll be here to help." I just wish I could tell you what was on my mind aswell Rarity.

Rarity had just finished a cup of tea that Fluttershy had made her. The time was getting on by now. Rarity had spent a good hour and half with her shy pegasus friend. She thought she had better get back to the boutique and check on Sweetie Belle. Despite her aging up, getting her cutie mark and being out of filly-hood, she was still very disaster prone. "I assure you, as soon as I feel comfortable, I will speak to you about my troubles. However, I must get back to the boutique. I apologize, once again, for being such awful company."

Fluttershy didn't want to let her go. She wanted to assert herself. She wanted to make Rarity stay until either she had said what she needed to say to Rarity, or Rarity had told her what was bothering her. However, memories of seing Rarity and Pinkie Pie running off crying flashed through her mind. She had always regretted how she treated every pony after Iron Will's assertiveness seminars, but by far, the two she felt worse about were Rarity and Pinkie Pie. She didn't want to risk that happening again. "Ok Rarity. If you need me, you know where I am. Goodbye, Rarity."

"Goodbye darling," responded Rarity before swiftly exiting Fluttershy's cottage via the front door.

***

Rarity was extremely restless. She knew exactly why, and she knew exactly what would help. For the past few hours since returning, all she could think of was how silly she was being. On several occasions, even imagining a certain Pink earth pony expressing her disappointment by way of glaring lasers at her. She knew what she had to do, and she knew she had to do it now.

Rarity, it is extremely unladylike to do this at this time of the morning, the white mare thought, before a second of silence. The voice in her head did have a point. She didn't want to wake her dearest friend. But Rarity, you must. You must. You must. She deserves to know. Besides what's to say she isn't restless worried about you. Go. Do it, Rarity thought soon after. This thought did have a better point. Also, quite frankly, it was louder. That counts for a lot. She knew what she had to do. She got out of bed, not even allowing a moment to make herself look presentable, before leaving to see the object of her affection again.

***

Fluttershy hadn't even attempted to sleep yet. She knew there was little chance of achieving such a feat. She was worried. Scratch that, very worried. There was something clearly bothering Rarity, and there was absolutely no hint as to what it was. Anything could be bothering her. Despite the fact that there was little she could do to help, she still felt extreme pangs of guilt. The incident with Pinkie Pie had taught Fluttershy what even the most happy ponies - literally - were capable of when something was getting them down.

Her train of worrying thoughts were abruptly interrupted by a tap on her front door. Who could that be at this time? The yellow mare thought to herself. She went to open the door nonetheless. She was extremely surprised by what, or rather, who she saw. Rarity, at this time of morning, at her front door. What added to it is that there were signs that Rarity hadn't even bothered 'prettyfying' herself. To Fluttershy, she looked beautiful, but if Rarity saw her self, she would probably say she looks horrendous.

"Fluttershy," the white mare greeted "I do apologize for visiting at this un-Celestia-ly hour of the morning, but I find myself troubled further."

"Oh, it's ok Rarity. I couldn't sleep anyway. Do come in."

Rarity quickly stepped inside. Before proceeding. "Look Fluttershy. It's far to early, and I'm far too tired to beat around the bush, do I'm going to say this as it is. I love you. I told Pinkie Pie, and she said I should tell you. I wanted to, but I didn't want to risk our friendship like that. I do apologize."

If it were possible, Fluttershy would have sworn her heart shot through the roof. Surely, I'm not understanding this, thought Fluttershy. "so...urmm...do you mean you love me as more than a friend"

"yes Fluttershy. I'm sorry. I sincerely hope we can work past this. I'm a foolish pony. There's no way some pony like you would ever love a pony like me. I suppose I should leave now," responded Rarity, heading towards the door, head bowed in shame.

"Wait. Rarity..." Rarity's ears shot up, as she slowly turned to once again face Fluttershy. "There is a way I could love a pony like you, because I do. I..I spoke to Pinkie Pie about it aswell."

"Oh that crafty pony. So she set me up to find out if I felt the same, and to tell you because she knew how you felt?"

"Urrrm...yes. At least it would seem so. Does this mean we are...you know? Marefriends?"

"Well I have no objections. Do you want to be marefriends?"

This was quickly answered by a tight hug. Rarity never thought in a million years that Fluttershy would be capable of hugging a pony so tight. This felt more like a Pinkie Pie hug, with added wings. After the hug, Fluttershy gave Rarity and affectionate muzzle under her chin. As if Rarity didn't get the answer already, Fluttershy verbally responded, "Of course I do Rarity. I'd like nothing more than to be your marefriend."