I entered CHS completely relaxed and ready for a regular day. Those events have exhausted me, and I looked forward to some time alone. That somewhat faded when I noticed everyone staring right at me. Is there something wrong with me? I managed to walk through the hallway, despite the slight discomfort I felt.

"Hey, that's the kid that played those awesome songs at Pinkie's party."

"Yeah, He managed to that party more memorable."

I smiled awkwardly, as I continued to walk through the hallway. Well, it seems like I'm somewhat famous now. I don't quite know how to feel about that. I just hope I get used to these stares soon.

"Hey Rainbows!"

Up ahead I saw Rainbow being approached by someone and she seemed completely annoyed. The guy approaching him had unkempt blonde hair in a bun and he was wearing a sweater vest. I am not an expert on fashion, and I don't care for the topic, but even so I think he should wear something else. At the very least he should brush his hair.

"Zephyr," I heard Rainbow groan in complete annoyance.

"I was wondering if you wanted to go out tonight."

Is he seriously asking a girl out, looking like that? A part of me admires his confidence, despite going about it completely the wrong way.

"Well, I..." Rainbow began, "I have to join the girls," she finally answered after an awkward moment of silence before dashing off to God knows where.

I watched him watch rainbow leave with a perplexed expression for a second, before continuing on my way. Can't blame him for asking Rainbow out. She and her friends are the most popular group after all and all of them from what I have seen so far are incredibly attractive. They both seem to have history with each other and not in a good way. Oh well it's none of my business.

After a few moments of walking, I noticed a shadow near a trash bin. Curious, I walked closer to it and stumbled upon Rainbow sitting behind it. She sighed in frustration.

"Zephyr, I..." She paused and sighed in relief when she noticed it was me, "Oh it's you," she greeted in a much happier tone.

As much as I would like it for her to be happy to see me, I am sure the tone is just due to me not being this Zephyr guy.

"How have you been?" Rainbow asked me.

"I have been pretty good. You?"

"Oh. I'm fine," She began nervously, "I bet you are wondering why I am sitting here."

Oh, I know, but I don't want to make things more awkward for you.

"Not really," I shrugged, "Where you decide to sit before school doesn't matter to me."

"Yeah. Of course." She answered, trying to sound more relaxed, "Anyway, thanks for sharing those songs with me. I never thought there were gems like that I haven't been aware of."

"No problem. Glad I could introduce you to them."

"You aren't going to chicken out on our practice in a few days, are you?"

"No."

"Good. Can't wait to kick your butt," She responded with a smile.

"Still upset over the victory streak I have on you?" I asked with a smirk.

"No," She denied with an embarrassed blush before looking away, "Besides, it will end soon. I have gotten much better and even managed to beat the boss I was stuck on."

"We'll see."

I left the lunch line with my tray in hand, ready to enjoy another regular lunch period. When I reached the table, Big Mac gave me a frown.

"Are you still upset?" I asked with a sigh.

"Eeyup."

"What's your problem?"

After a few awkward moments of silence and intense staring he finally answered.

"Did you really have to flirt with her?"

Wait. What? What is he talking about?

"Flirting?" I simply asked stunned, "Look she was talking down on herself, so I gave her a simple compliment to raise her spirits. That's all."

"Uh huh," He said unconvinced, "She didn't take it that way."

"What are you talking about?"

"Let's just say those words had more of an impact on her than you think."

"You were the one to invite me anyway and you set everything up." I pointed out.

"I didn't expect it to end up like that."

"Even if I was flirting, which I still don't admit to, but just for the sake of argument, what's the big deal about it?"

He didn't respond and after a few moments I sighed in defeat.

"Are we going to put this past us or do I have to leave?"

"I think the latter will be best right now," He simply said.

I groaned in frustration before pondering where to go. A part of me wants to try going to Pinkie and her friends and while I am confident, they will accept me, another part feels it will make things worse, if I tell Applejack her brother is being like this. I sighed before deciding to sit outside and out of view.

I took a sniff as I left the school and felt the soothing warm air. The weather seemed perfect today and I found myself wondering why no one seems to enjoy lunch out here. Is it bad I am beginning to enjoy being out here all alone without any company?

Once you get out of your shell a little you make good company

Those words from Applejack. I couldn't get them out of my mind, as I walked around and stumbled upon a lovely field of flowers. The setting was really peaceful, and I found myself relaxing a little. Was going out here really the best decision? Maybe I should have tried my luck with Pinkie and the others. The things I did with her and a few of her other friends were fun and we seemed to have had a nice time. I managed to get out of my shell a little, but now here I am making a decision to be alone. A part of me feels I am making good progress while another feels I am not making enough. Guess I just can't help but be an introvert at heart.

I shook my head and decided to eat my lunch before I waste the period thinking. A part of me swears tomorrow I will join Pinkie and the others, but another fears I will chicken out. Why can't things just be simple? Why can't I make decent progress in becoming more social and just be happy about it?

"What are you doing here?"

I froze thinking it was a teacher or another adult and that eating out here was actually frowned upon, but when I turned around, I was relieved to find it was another student. It was a green skinned girl with long darker green hair.

"I am the only one who eats out here," The girl continued.

Now that I got a good look at the girl, I remember seeing her in a couple of my classes. Strangely, for someone I share classes with, I seem to only remember seeing her a few times. I can remember seeing my other classmates much more than that.

"So, I ask again why you are here," The girl asked me.

"Well, since the weather is nice and all," I began awkwardly, "It seemed like a great idea to eat out here."

"Uh huh." She said unconvinced, "You look familiar. Have we met?"

"No, not officially, but I remember you from a couple of my classes."

After my statement her eyes lit up and she moved closer to me.

"You... Remember me?" She asked, stunned.

"Uh yeah," I answered, confused at her behavior, "Despite not officially meeting before, I still remember my fellow classmates."

"I'm Wallflower Blush," She introduced herself with a smile.

"I'm Marcus."

I reentered the school, feeling a little bit better. Wallflower explained to me that she is easily forgettable for some reason, and I found myself pondering how and why. It just doesn't make sense to me. Even if she isn't really social, there should still be those that manage to remember her. Since such a thing seems to be possible, it makes me glad it doesn't happen to me. I swear on my own life I won't forget about her.

Now to get through the rest of the school day and I can finally get home and relax a little. It's just a little overwhelming how my social life is changing quite a bit recently. I just have to bear through it and hope things work out. I hope they work out.

I entered my last class of the day and prepared as best as I can for my daily Pinkie affection.

"Uh Marky?" Pinkie asked.

To my amazement instead of hugging or tackling me, Pinkie was greeting me normally.

"Yes, Pinkie?" I managed to ask, stunned.

"Rarity is hosting a fancy party to show off her latest creations and she invited us to support her, and she said we can bring a guest each."

Is she asking me to be her date and for a fancy party too? I don't know. A fancy party doesn't seem like something I would ever want to go to, but I couldn't say no to her.

"When is it?" I asked.

"A week from now," Pinkie answered before giving me a smile, "It's nothing like one of my parties and you have to dress nicely, but I think we will have a nice time together."

"Ok. A week should be long enough to prepare," I answer with a sigh.

"Oh, thank you Marky," Pinkie answered in excitement before rushing towards me in a hug.

Oh Pinkie. You may help me become more social by getting me to go to these events, but I swear you might be the death of me one day.

What started as a nice relaxing chapter turned to one that will start and set up many events and relationships.

Next chapter. Marcus bonds with Rainbow a little more.