I slept early. Even though it was only 10:34 P.M. I went to sleep anyways. The couch for some reason felt funny. I decided to consult Rainbow Dash in the morning about that.

Speaking of the rainbow haired beauty, she had done a fairly good job in guarding the house. The only thing I have to complain about is the couch. Since the couch was "out of order" I had to find a new place to sleep. The recliner did a fine job though it was hard to fall asleep while sitting.

The next morning I woke up when I felt someone giving me light punches to the shoulder. I woke up and rubbed the sleep out of my eyes. I turned around to see Rainbow standing next to the recliner giving me a warm smile which really concerned me. She never gave warm smiles, only sneer's, mischievous grins and smug looks.

      "Why the sudden change in attitude?" I asked

      "It's nothing. Just decided to be a bit nicer is all."

      "You're tryin' butter me up just for some extra pancakes aren't you?"

      "Yea."

I popped my spine and cracked my knuckles. Then, I rose from my seat and stood up. I headed for the kitchen and heated up the pan. I put a slice of butter in it and watched as the butter melted and the pan was coated in the oily liquid. I made a batch of pancakes in no time.

I put the pancakes on the table where Rainbow Dash snatched them up and headed to the living room. I grabbed a glass, filled it with milk and followed her.

In the living room, Rainbow Dash had turned on the TV and was flipping through the channels. Eventually she stopped in the news channel.

      "-and that's all for the biz part of the programme. Now let's move on to the sports section."

I took a sip of milk and watched as the reporter pulled out some papers from a stack of files. He held them and read.

      "Just yesterday, racing legend Ryan Cooper was spotted at a mall after having disappeared for over three years."

I spat my milk out as it sprayed out all across the ground in front of me. Rainbow Dash's jaw dropped as the TV showcased a video of me unlocking the car, getting in and doing a burnout. The video must've been taken on someone's phone because the quality was horrible.

      "The racer was spotted doing a burnout for his fans before he left in his signature BMW."

Rainbow Dash turned around and stared at me. Her eyes wide with disbelief and shock. I simply stood there and tried to remember how to breathe.

Then, Rainbow Dash stood up and walked towards me. She gave me a glare and got right up in my face.

      "Since when were YOU a racer?"

      "Um, uh, five years ago? 2007."

      "And what about now?"

      "I stopped already jeez."

      "I don't believe you."

I tensed. My hands balled up into fists. I always hated it when people didn't believe me. Every time they doubted me I had to personally prove them wrong. A simple picture wouldn't do.

      "Oh, so you don't believe me huh? Well I'll show you. Just give me a few minutes and I'll show you."

Rainbow Dash gave me a smug look as I stormed off to get my laptop and look up the next event. I found out that the next G-Effect was nearby. Just a half hour drive to the race track. These events usually lasts for a week, so I didn't need to worry about it shutting down.

I shut down my laptop and headed for the basement. I unlocked the vault and stormed in. I made my way to the black helmet and picked it up. My own reflection stared back at me from the visor. It was heavily tinted so I could see the outside, but nobody could see inside.

I held it for a minute, the memories flooded back to me. Everything, the good the bad and the just plain ugly. I stared at the helmet before putting it on my head.

It felt weird at first but after a while it felt like I had never taken them off. I headed out and motioned for Rainbow to follow. I unlocked the BMW and stepped in the car. Rainbow Dash followed.

I buckled my seat belts, but Rainbow Dash didn't bother. I decided to let her do what she wanted for now, but at the track she had to put on the seat belt whether she liked it or not.

I started the car and the engine rumbled to life. I opened the garage door and drove out my home and headed for the race track. It was just a short drive away. I drove at a steady pace.

When we arrived, there were cars and people everywhere. I didn't know how Rainbow Dash would react to the loud music, the smell of burning rubber, the sweaty guys that wandered around and the rumbling engines. And maybe she would get offended by the scantily clad women.

I saw the opening where normal racers would normally go through. I was a VIP. I could go in and out through anywhere I wanted. I saw a race about to start and I decided that was the way to go. I sneaked around the back and waited As soon as the last guy lined up I floored it and charged straight into the line-up.

The crowds went absolutely nuts. I heard screams and cheers come from the fans as I roared down the track and made my way behind a Golf.

      "IT'S HIM! IT"S HIM! AFTER THREE YEARS THE KING IS BACK!" I heard Roger Evans yell with excitement in his english accent

      "You really made a name for yourself didn't you?" Rainbow Dash asked

I didn't answer. When I put on my helmet it was like I changed personalities. I instantly stopped talking unless absolutely necessary. I didn't show my face in public and I was calm, cool and collected in almost every situation you could throw at me.

      "Buckle up."

      "What? No way."

      "Don't say I didn't warn you."

I revved the engine while the starter girl held the flag. I prepared to put the pedal to the metal. Then, she waved the flag. I floored the accelerator and slammed into my seat as the BMW rocketed down the track, the first turn was a sharp one, but it was no problem for me.

I took one glance at Rainbow Dash. She was calm and collected, she even had the nerve to yawn. As we approached the turn I applied the e-brake for a second then stepped on the clutch and sent the car into a drift. The force was so sudden that Rainbow was thrown around the car.

When we reached the straight away, Rainbow Dash was hanging on for grim life, her face pale with fear. I let out a small chuckle and continued dominating the competition.

When we were done, I drove the car to the center, the fans gave me quite a lot of space. And so did the other cars. There was enough space, so I turned the wheel, floored the clutch and did a donut. When the smoke cleared up I opened the door and stepped out.

The fans were absolutely deafening. I couldn't hear myself think as I stepped out of the car and heard the fans roar in approval upon my return. I closed the door just as Rainbow Dash was stepping out. I put my arms by my side as if to say: "I'm baaaaaaaack!".

Even the announcer, Roger Evans was bouncing up and down in excitement.

      "Cooper just dominated the competition! And that, ladies and gentlemen, is why he is the king."

I shrugged as the fans cheering started to die down and Roger Evans focused his attention on me.

      "So, Cooper, who's your girlfriend?"

Immediately all eyes were aimed at Rainbow Dash. She was sitting on the hood looking at her nails when suddenly she looked up and noticed everyone staring at her.

      "What?" She asked

I rubbed the back of neck and tried to find a response. She was definitely closer than a friend, but not a girlfriend. Some where in the middle.

      "Well, not surprised that you've found yourself a girl. Now give it up for Ryan Cooper everybody!"

The fans applauded. I continued greeting the fans and taking one or two pictures. The next event was the 1/4 mile drag. Definitely didn't want to miss that.

I waited as one by one, the rookies made their way to the strip and lined up next to each other. Most of them clocked in at 15 seconds. The best so far was 12 seconds. I got in the BMW and made my way to the drag strip again.

      "Now here we have Ryan Cooper this guy is an absolute maniac on the drag strip." Roger Evans commented

I lined up and started doing a burnout to heat up my tires and make them more grippy. Before I took off I turned to Rainbow and made an offer.

      "Since this is the last race for today. how's about a little bet?" I asked

      "Like what?"

      "I bet I can do this in ten-seconds flat."

      "No way."

      "Yea I can. So, care to bet?"

      "What can I bet?"

      "If you win, I'll make pancakes for you. Anytime any place any amount."

      "And if you win?"

      "Then I get a kiss. Sound good?"

Rainbow Dash pondered for a while. Unsure if it was worth the risk.

      "Fine."

I bore a smug look on my face as the tree of lights went from red, yellow to green. As soon as the green flashed, I floored the accelerator and the car sped forwards.

About an hour later...

I opened the door and entered the house. A smug look on my face as I threw the car keys on the table and turned around to face Rainbow Dash. She had an annoyed look on her face.

      "I won."

      "That was rigged!"

      "No it wasn't. Now, a bets a bet."

Rainbow Dash refused to face me.

      "Come on, I thought you were supposed to be brave."

      "I am brave."

      "Then prove it."

Rainbow Dash turned around and faced me. Her face was crimson red as I continued watching her. She seemed to be avoiding eye-contact with me.

      "Come on now Skittles we don't have all-"

Then, one of the most unexpected things of my life happened. Rainbow Dash put her hands on my neck, pulled me in and locked lips with me. I close my eyes as she pushed her tongue in and I allow her to. I tasted a hint of wild berries in her mouth and pushed further, enjoying the bliss of the moment.

Finally she pulled out and so did I. I didn't notice it but Rainbow had her arms wrapped around my neck. She gave me a cute look with those magenta eyes of hers.

      "Happy?" She asked

      "Uh huh."

She turned and headed for my room. Probably to go wash up. I simply stared into space trying to grasp what had just happened.

      Yo earth to ding-dong WAKE UP!

I snapped out of my daze and slumped into the recliner. I shook my head in disbelief. I never imagined that the girl would do it. But she did. Here was a girl that threw water balloons at me, stole my pancakes, and beat the crap out of me for entertainment and there she was kissing me just a few minutes ago.

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