There was strength in numbers. But the problem remained whether Sunset could convince her friends to undertake their riskiest endeavor yet. She'd start with the easy ones and work here way up the chain. She hated to coerce her friends but reminded herself they'd all stand to benefit from this once the dust finally settled between the competitors.

After school was out she intercepted them one-by-one in their usual hangout spots, starting with Pinkie Pie who was at her workplace, dressed in a cutesy baby blue waitress costume and matching hat while she roller-skated about to serve customers.

“Sure I'll do it! It'll be fun! Plus, I'm always there for a friend!” She hummed to herself, tray packed with milkshakes in hand, and raced from one car to the next.

Next was Rainbow Dash at a racetrack who wore a sports bra, booty shorts, and sneakers with socks. She'd worked herself up into a sweaty frenzy by now. “Hell yeah I'll do it!” People liked to poke fun at her athletic figure, but she took a lot of pride it her slimness.

She high-fived her then dashed off to race with the other runners. Spitfire, Fleetfoot, and Lightning Dust ran beside her panting, while Soarin and Thunderlane trailed behind with numerous others racers both male and female, probably intentionally so they could stare at their fine asses hidden by thin fabric during the entire five-mile run.

She debated who would be easier to sweet talk next and settled on Rarity who was an apprentice at a local fancy women's clothing store. “I don't know dear.... Once you've taken that step, there's no way to turn back. Those pictures will be out there forever.”

However she knew all about the lingerie magazines Rarity's already posed for in secret for extra cash. She'd even considered nude modeling. Tasteful stuff, of course. “Please. It's important. Think about all the wonderful outfits you could make with that money?”

“Hmmm...you do have a point.” No matter how much she constantly worked,it felt like she was often running in place, unable to get ahead. “Very well.” Sunset hugged and kissed her without thinking, and she blushed bright, smiling back. “Yes, well, I love you too darling.”

Next she decided to visit the library where Twilight was wrapped up in another book, a large stack placed next to her. Shelves were lined up containing almost anything one could ever want to peruse. “Ahem,” said Sunset politely who cleared her throat across from the table. She made her pitch like she had to the others while Twi listened intently.

“It's not that I don't want to help, but consider the damage it could do to our future. We have to consider our reputations! Won't this ruin our chances at opportunities in the future?!” A bunch of people nearby shushed her and she sunk down into her chair.

“Don't overthink it. People tend to forget and move on.” Or at least that's what she liked to tell herself until she was convinced it was true. “Think of it as a social experiment.”

She had her. The gears started to turn in Twilight's head at all the possibilities, intrigued by the idea that she might discover a new side of herself. “Well, it is for a good cause, I guess. Sure, why not? I only hope I won't come to regret this later.”

Of course she knew the rather awkward Twi of this world had ac rush on her and was thus eager to please her however she could no matter how irrational it seemed. She wasn't taking advantage of her feelings, was she? No. This would soon help all of them get ahead.

After that Sunset headed to the animal shelter where Fluttershy was busy tending to caged up beasts. She looked at them sadly, wishing she could set them all free. They ate food out of her delicate hands. Oh, um, hi Sunset. What can I do for you today?”

She knew Flutters was trying to avoid her proposal. “You know why I'm here.” She cornered her, jutting out an arm to block her escape route in the cramped shop, and Flutters cowered, sinking before her angry glare. “Fluttershy, I...I'm sorry. I only...”

Greed and ambition were turning her into a monster. Just like how she used to relentlessly bully her to assert dominance. “We...we can find other ways to make money,” mumbled Fluttershy. “We, um, shouldn't have to take shortcuts all the time?”

Sunset softened. “Maybe. But working a minimum wage job even full-time is only going to take us so far, and I want to rise to the top. Don't worry, even after we share the prize money there will be a ton left over to go around. With seven of the sexiest babes in the city we're sure to win! Plus, think of all the animals you could help feed and shelter!”

“That's a low-blow, Sunset.” But it's true Fluttershy had already considered that. “I'll probably regret this, but okay. To be honest Tree Hugger made a similar pitch.” She blushed furiously as she dug in her purse, trembling as she removed a few photos of her and Hugger posing naked side-by-side with coy smiles, surrounded by animals. “We, um, did a little private photo shoot, but she promised not to post them to the website without my permission first.”

“This is hot stuff,” said Sunset who looked through the increasingly racy pictures. They'd even started to kiss and feel each other up, lost in the moment as their inhibitions had whittled away. Fluttershy had daringly shaved away all her pubes, while Tree Hugger sported a trimmed but quite natural bush that she appeared to show off quite proudly.

Fluttershy stared at her feet and tugged at her t-shirt. “You...think so?” She'd been quite hesitant at first, but after they smoked some weed to relax it came naturally.

“Why not invite Tree Hugger, too? Another friend sure can't hurt and she certainly seems comfortable with her body. That shouldn't split the pot too much.”

“O-okay. I'll ask her.” She fidgeted and turned back to her noisy zoo.

With a deep breath headed out to Applejack's farm. She'd be the hardest by far to convince, not only because she had simply too much common sense, but her needs were basically taken care of. However without a full set of her friends their chances would be severely compromised. She simply had to win her over somehow whatever it took!

She looked around, making certain none of her family were near, and eventually discovered AJ in the barn, busy feeding apples to the horses. It made her think of Equestria. Thankfully she wasn't simply an animal there. Hey AJ. So, I have this proposal-”

AJ raised a hand to stop her. “Nuh-uh. No way.”

“But you haven't even heard my pitch-”

“I don't need to. What you do with your body is your own business, but I'm not about to act like some tart so a bunch of dim-witted boys can slobber all over me.”

Sunset planted both hands on her hips. “What, exactly, are you implying?”

“I didn't mean it like that and you know it. It aint natural. Look, your body's quite nice and I understand why everyone would want to look at it, but that's all the more reason we should keep it private. Better to preserve it for someone you love, you hear?”

Sunset clenched her teeth and tried to think up another angle. She couldn't resort to blackmail, especially with a friend. That was the old her. Why couldn't she see how important this was? How much that money could benefit all of them? So what if it was a little skin?

She went down to her knees and cupped her hands in prayer. “Oh, please, please reconsider!” She made her best puppy-dog eyes. “I'll do anything! Help with the chores! Look after your animals and babysit your sister! Help Granny Smith to the marketplace! Fuck it, I'll be your slave for a month without complaint! Just do this one favor for me, okay?!”

AJ shook her head at those beautiful watery eyes. “Damn it.” She kicked over a pile of hay with her heavy boots. “Okay, but I'm gonna expect you to keep your word on everything you just said. I'm really gonna work those cute but flabby buns into shape. And I'll take my cut on top of that.” She spit on her palm and offered a handshake. “Got that, partner?”

Sunset spit on her own palm and shook enthusiastically. “Got it.” She battled the urge to squeal and do a handstand. She'd done it! She'd practically already won! Once all these beautiful women were posed butt-naked together they'd surely rocket straight to the top!

The sirens made their way to the luxurious offices of Equestrian Suicidal Girls. The main office seemed innocent enough, the walls plastered with tamer pictures of members, who nonetheless drew the eye of everyone that entered the building. A lone prim secretary sat at the desk and adjusted her glasses. “Can I help you three? Maybe you're here to become models? You certainly have the looks for it,” she noted while looking the sisters over.

Somehow she looked familiar. Moondancer, was it? At least that's the name that came into their leader's head when she scanned her memories for an answer.

“Been there, done that.” Aria scoffed. “We want to see the boss.”

“They're...occupied for the moment. But should you like to make an appointment...”

“Can it, sister. Or do I need to work you over?” Aria balled up her fists, ready for any excuse to throw down. It could get boring around here and she needed to get her blood pumping.

Adagio shoved her aside, stepped forward, and cupped a hand under the secretary's chin. “What she means,” she started letting her get a whiff of her sweet perfume. “Is that we'd really appreciate your cooperation.” She batted her eyelashes with half-lidded eyes, hoping this woman at least partially batted for the other team. “Can you help us?”

Sonata sat up on the desk and moved so that her skirt appeared to innocently hike up, until her panties peeked out. Or at least they would have except she'd forgotten to wear them today! But she took no notice and made a pouty face. “Pretty-pretty-please?”

Her cute little blue kitty was visible, shaved clean like her sisters, and untouched by the boys.

Moondancer seemed more annoyed than aroused but she shrugged. “Fine. They should almost be finished anyhow. Just take the second floor to the furthest room in the hall and wait outside until the last models are shown out. No funny business, either. I need this job.”

“Thanks, sister!” Sonata hopped up and as a reward lifted her skirt all the way up to her belly, leaving her entire lower half exposed. “Hey, is it unusually drafty today? My butt's cold!”

Aria face-palmed. “You bimbo!” She pulled her after them by the ponytail.

They headed up the stairs where the pictures became racier-and-racier. Some of the models were completely nude but posed in ways that hid all their goodies. They recognized a few of them including Cheerilee, who despite her 80s glam rock look, and the way she'd altered her skin color a little to make it appear lighter, it still wasn't too difficult to make out her identity.

Adagio snapped a picture with her phone. “Paydirt. This could come in handy later.” She'd blackmailed half the students in the school with secrets her sisters helped collect. She decided to take some more pictures in case they could somehow be exploited later.

After a little lock-picking courtesy of Aria, they took a peek inside the various rooms, seeing the places where members privately modeled. Cameras were set up, as were a wide variety of props, from all manner of themes one could think up. It was like a miniature treasure-trove!

Sonata stripped down completely, her body the shapeliest of the trio, and she started to try on a wide variety of costumes that ranged from gothic to steampunk, but she quickly bored of each and discarded them in a pile, switching into others that exaggerated her ample curves.

Pretty soon Aria's curiosity got the better off her, and she tossed off her jacket, unzipped her jeans which she peeled off, then stripped her shirt and underwear, until her slender body was stark naked. She wasn't as toned as Dash but she'd built up a tiny bit of muscle, especially in her limber arms, since she liked to brutally throttle anyone who dared cross her.

“Girls,” their leader said with a roll of her eyes. She decided to get in the spirit of it anyhow, despite the business they needed to finish up, and she stripped out of her own duds, her buxom boobs and buns almost a match for Sonata's. None of them minded being naked; in fact they reveled in it. The sensual sisters never understood this human taboo about nudity.

Sonata in particular would've loved to run around nude were it allowed. Adagio and Aria knew better than to simply expose themselves everywhere; it was way more fun to make someone earn the chance to see their delicacies.

Once the novelty wore off, and they'd tried every last costume and combination they could think up, the sirens headed to their destination. The lone door waited at the end of the hall and muffled sounds could be heard from outside. Aria immediately set to work and picked the lock. But none of them could've anticipated what awaited within...

Author's Notes:

Sunset almost falls back into her old ways out of desperation/ambition.