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So here I am once again in the darkness of my dream world. I look around to find that not much has changed but there is one thing that brings me surprise. It seems that I am not alone but what is even more of a surprise is that it's not Luna that is accompanying me this night, it’s Rainbow. I slowly walk over to her while she looks around. Seems she is just as surprised as I am of this place.

“What is this place?” She questions to herself but I could still hear her clearly.

“This is my dream world, I guess.” I inform Rainbow as I stand behind her.

“Whoa!” She turns around and looks me up and down.” Is that you Anon?” I give a nod but she looks sceptical.

“Just trust me.” I say giving her my best smile.

“Alright. So where are we?” She asks looking to the darkness around us.

“Well, this is my dream world.” I state matter of factly.

“What do you do here?”

“Dream.” I say with a shrug. “But sometimes Luna will come here and we chat about stuff.” I look around to see if I notice her, but then again she is almost pitch black. “Guess she isn't here.” I say with another shrug.

“So this is where you and Luna talk?” I can feel Rainbow getting a little worked up.

“She does sleep during the day remember?” She gives a nod. “So this was the only way we could talk.”

She seems to accept this, if only barely. “Well this is boring Anon. Is there anything we can do here?” She says looking rather bored.

“Well it is a dream, what do you want to do? The sky isn't even a limit here.” I say looking to the sky.

She seems to get an idea. “Sky isn't the limit huh?” I give a nod. “I have always wondered what it is like to fly in space.”

I grin at that. “Then let’s go.”

With a smile on her face we both take off into the sky. This is a dream, I don't need wings!

After our epic adventure through the stars we return to where we last stood. Rainbow looks like she had the time of her life. Hell, even I had a good time once the space pirates showed up. Now that will be something to tell Scootaloo later. I mean it wasn't real but it was one hell of a battle. If anything it could make a pretty awesome bedtime story.

“Did you see how much we kicked their butts anon!” Rainbow lets out a squeal of excitement.

“I thought that one pirate got me until you bucked his head clean off!” She kinda grimaced at that. I can understand, it was a dream, but it was very detailed. I mean, I swear when she kicked this guy I saw brain matter splatter on the wall next to him. “Regardless, you were amazing!”

She flies up to me and plants a kiss on my lips. “We were amazing, together.”

I smile at her as I pull her to an embrace. “You got that right.” I say as I return a small kiss to her.

My eyes slowly open as my ears tune in a sound coming from the door.

“Are you awake Anon?” That sounds like Twilight.

Once my eyes fully open I find that Rainbow is still on top of me and is slowly waking as well. I look over to the clock and see that it's around 9am or so.

“Just give me a minute Twilight.” I say groggily.

“Do you need help?” She says from the door. The knob on the door slowly turns.

“No!” The door stops. “I am a little, uh, indecent right now.”

There is some silence. “Oh, alright. Well I have one more thing to ask. Have you seen Rainbow Dash anywhere?”

Rainbow looks to me and I look to her. We both grin at each other.

“Uh yeah, I’ve seen her around.” I say with Rainbow giggling quietly on my chest.

“Alright, I just went to her room and she wasn't there. Well if you see her again can you tell her we will all be in the dining room for breakfast?”

“I will definitely tell her when I see her again.” With that said I can hear the sound of Twilight walking off. I let out a sigh of relief. “That would have been awkward.” I say with Rainbow trying to contain her laughter.

Rainbow burst out into laughter, I can't help but join her as well. It took awhile but soon we calmed ourselves. Rainbow and I look to each other and come to meet in a sweet morning kiss.

“Good morning big guy.” Rainbow says dreamily.

“Good morning Dashie.” I say with the same dreamy tone.

“Maybe we have enough time to” She looks back to her hind end as she slowly rocks against my morning wood. “Play some more.”

I bit my lip but knew this wouldn't end well. “Let’s save it for later. Your friends are looking for you, if we take too long they might come searching again.”

She gives me a pouty face. “We might as well have some fun before we leave this room. The others will feel that we are marked Anon!”

“I know and we will deal with that later.” I then start to rub her wing a little. “I wouldn't want one of them to walk in while the fun it getting started.”

She slaps my hand away a little more than angry. “Don't tease me!”

I laugh a little as I point to her hind end. “Who was the one rubbing against me?”

She sits up and crosses her forehooves. “Alright.” She says getting off of me. “But when we get some alone time I am going to destroy you!” She says with a wicked grin.

“Well that should be fun.” I say returning the grin. I then look over myself and catch the scent of our last night activities. “Till then, maybe we should take a shower?”

Her face brightens up at that. “Sure!” She says zooming into the bathroom as the sound of the shower turns on.

I just smile as I jump off the bed and head over to the shower. Once I come in I see Rainbow is already in the water soaking her fur. She looks over to me with half lidded eyes.

“Care to wash my back?” She says wiggling her rear at me.

I bite my lip. Why does she have to tease me like this? If she wants to play this way then I am totally game. I walk over and stand right next to her as I let the water flow over me. Once she turns her attention to the dials again I take both sides of her flank into my hands as I run them over her cutie marks then up her back, ending at the base of both of her wings.

“You know I would love to wash your back Dashie.” I say with a smirk.

She turns around with a huff. “Dang it Anon!”

I throw up my hands. “Remember you started it.” I say with my grin still plastered on my face.

Her face shifts from anger over to something more devious. “And I am going to finish it too.” She take a stance that looks like a tiger about to pounce its prey. “In ten seconds flat.” She finishes with a lick of her lips.

I didn’t even get a chance to react as she pounced onto me.

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Rainbow pushes me to the floor of the shower as she looks down to me with a devilish smile. I am definitely not going to complain is she really wants it this badly.

“So how are you going to end this quickly?” I ask with a grin.

“I don't intend to waste time.” She says sitting very hard on my member.

We both throw our heads back from the sudden pleasure. She was definitely not thinking about foreplay this time. Once she composes herself she presses her chest against mine as we lock lips. Slowly she raises her hips while never breaking our kiss and throws her hips down, driving myself deep into her. Every time she does this she lets out cute little moans that slip past our kiss.

The warm water that falls onto us only seems to enhance her reactions as the water falls onto her already erect wings. I can feel that she is already close and I have to admit that I was getting close as well. We break apart from our kiss panting as Rainbow throws her head up while she now picks up pace with her hip movements.

I decide to help her as I throw my own hips up, matching her rhythm perfectly. She wasn't keeping quiet now as she screams out if joy every time I thrust into her.

“A-anon I-I’m close.”

I wrap my arms around her and pull her back to my chest. I bring my knees up and start doing most of the work. All she can do now is moan and squeal in ecstasy every time I drive into her. I can feel her starting to tremble now, she is only a few seconds away now. I pick up my pace even more.

“A-an, ah!” That was all she could manage as her entire body tenses up.

Her contractions were so strong I couldn't hold back as her body greedily milk my worth. We both let out heavy sighs as we look to each other with smiles.

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I swear I have never felt so clean and yet so dirty at the same time! Rainbow has a expression of victory on her face as we walk out of the bathroom and back into the room. It may not have finished in ten seconds, but we both had some fun in a few minutes. We both felt rather calm after our little romp in the shower but I didn't want to keep the others waiting so I made sure to get dressed quickly. Once I was all dressed and smelling good I hear a knock at the door. Before I could even answer it I notice my second favorite mare walk thru the door.

“Come on slick I gotta take you to the dining ha-” Blades Grace stops when she looks at me. The shocked look on her face melts into one very devious smirk. “Oh my.” She says with a bedroom tone.

I look to Rainbow then to myself. “What is it?” I ask her.

“I guess our little talk last night worked wonders didn't it?” She says with a giggle.

“What do you mean by that?” I say with fake curiosity.

She scoffs. “I can see you are marked now Anon, don't try to hide it.” She then comes over and hip checks Rainbow. “Good job.”

Rainbow smiles at her nervously.

“So are we going to have a threesome or are we going to eat?” I say in a non serious tone. Only then do I realise that Rainbow doesn't understand how Grace and I talk to each other.

“What?!” Rainbow calls out shocked. I can feel her panicking.

“Well you can't deny your stallion his urges now, can you?” Grace says throwing her tail at Rainbows face. With a chuckle she walks to my side.

“Alright Grace ease up, she doesn't get our humor.” I say waving the situation off.

“What humor?!” Rainbow asks.

I shrug. “Honestly, I don't know. It’s just how Grace and I talk to each other. You know, she is like one of the guys. A very hot guy.” That seems to hit its mark as both Rainbow and Grace are on the floor laughing uncontrollably. They look like they are about to pass out from lack of oxygen. “Now if you two are done, let's get a move on shall we?”

After a couple more minutes Grace and Rainbow get ahold of themselves as we now walk through the hallways.

Rainbow then sidles up to Grace. “Hey.”

“Yes?”

“I just wanted to say thanks, you know, for giving Anon advice.” Rainbow sounds genuine in her thanks.

Grace waves it off. “No problem. He was looked pretty stressed so I thought a nice drink could help him loosen up.” She then shoulder checks Rainbow. “Tartarus, if I knew it would have loosened him up that much I would have kept him in my house!” She says with a hearty laugh.

I can feel that Rainbow doesn't really like her that much, but I think that's just because she isn't use to her humor yet.

“Grace, If I ever got that far with you I would probably be hospitalized with a crushed pelvis.” I state matter of factly.

“But it would be a night you would cherish forever.” She says in a fairy tale tone.

I just shake my head with a grin plastered onto my face. I really like Grace, she is a great friend. I look over to Rainbow and see she is smiling at me and then looks to grace and smiles as well. It seems she can feel how much I enjoy Grace’s company. Slowly Rainbow starts to chuckle, this starts the ball rolling as we all start to chuckle until it turns into full blown laughter. It seems Rainbow is finally understanding, if only just by a little.

“Alright so there are these two losers mugging this poor mother and her foal.” Grace says with disgust.

“Yeah.” Rainbow and I both say excitedly.

“These two pieces of works don't know that I have seen the whole thing from afar.” We nod. “I quietly sneak up on them until I was standing literally a few inches. The mother and daughter see me and boy were they happy as can be.”

“What happened next?” Rainbow asks with excitement.

“Well the one punk with the knife starts waving his it around thinking the mother is laughing at him. It was getting out of hand so I bucked the guy right in his hoof that had the knife.” She stops walking as she looks to her right forehoof. “Shattered every bone in the entire arm.” We both pull back with a grimace. She laughs out loud as she continues on. “The other guy looks over to see his partner screaming his head off, his legs are shaking in fear. I felt bad for the guy to have to see his friend like that in pain, so I kick his friend in the head to shut him up.

Thing is I fractured his skull, so just before he passed out he let out a blood curdling scream. This scared his partner so much that all he managed to do was sprint off into any direction I wasn't in.” She then starts giggling. “The direction he chose though was a cement wall directly behind him.” She bust up laughing. “Idiot not only knocked himself out but also broke his nose!”

We start rolling on the floor at this. How does she have some many of these stories!

“So what happened to the mother?” I ask wiping a few tears away.

“The both of them were fine.” She waves it off. “A little shaken up but grateful for my part in saving them.”

“That’s so cool!” Rainbow says excitedly. “Most of the guards I see won't even talk to me!”

“Heh, yeah Anon said the same thing.” Grace says with a smile. “Those guys are just stubborn. Tradition and what not. I personally like to talk to everyone, show them that the guards aren't just some silent stuck ups. You know?” Rainbow gives a nod as I do the same. “Well, we’re here.” Grace says pointing to the all too familiar dining hall doors.

As she begins to walk off I am surprised to hear Rainbow speak up. “Wait!” Grace stops in her tracks as she turns her attention back to Rainbow. “Maybe we can hang out some more.” Rainbow then looks to me. “All three of us.”

Though Grace doesn't show it I can oddly see her stiffen up. “Sure. Just let me know whenever.” With that said Grace takes her leave but not before looking over her shoulder to me. “See you later slick.”

“See you too Grace.” I say waving her off. I look down to Rainbow. “What did I tell you?” I say with a smug grin.

“Alright, she is a good pony.” Rainbow says in defeat.

I then turn back to the door before us. “Are you ready?” I ask with some concern.

“As ready as I will ever be.” I can feel the confidence flowing threw her.

I give a nod. “Then let's do this.”

Problems are something very interesting. They start as small problems, only becoming larger because we ignored them for too long. I was so afraid to hurt the others that I wasn't aware at the time of what consequences this could bring me in the future. It all happened so fast that I have a hard time remembering how it all went down.

It all seemed perfect, that's when I should have known something would go wrong. Rainbow gave me one last look of assurance before we pushed those doors open. As soon as their eyes met ours they knew, all of them knew what we were now. It happened so suddenly. Applejack jumped over the table and tackled Rainbow to the floor.

“How dare you take him from me!” Applejack screams

“He wasn't yours to begin with!” Rainbow yells back as she knees Applejack in the ribs to throw her off.

Both of them quickly recover as they take their stances. They look to each other primed and ready to attack. I had to do something right now to stop this from spiraling out of control. I didn't have enough time as they both take charge at each other. They collide into a pile of hoof kicks and biting. I quickly jump into the fray as I desperately try to get a good grip on them both so I could pull them apart.

Do you remember how I said that ponies were rather small but they were definitely strong? Well there seems to be a considerable difference in strength when they are playing around and when they are having a full blown fight. I didn't last five seconds until I took a hoof to the chest. I flew out of their pile and land a few feet away. I quickly clutch my chest desperate to stop the pain. It felt like my heart was going to explode!

I struggled to catch my breath, it was like getting all of the air sucked out of my lungs and then salt was poured into my throat. My vision was starting to get blurry, I wasn't getting enough oxygen is seems. I notice a shadow of some kind standing over me.. I force myself to focus and see Fluttershy looking to me with tears falling.

“Oh no.” Is all she says before turning to the others screaming something.

The entire world became muffled as it slowly started to fade from my vision. ‘Was that kick really this bad?’ It took my mind a while to process this but I can see Rainbow standing over me with tears falling. I can see she is covered in some cuts and light bruises, I could even feel the pain within her filling to its breaking point. I slowly reach my hand up to her cheek in an attempt to comfort her.. There she leans into my palm and slowly rubs against my hand.

I lose feeling in my arm as it suddenly collapses to the floor. I feel really tired again. Hope I don't worry Rainbow too much. I really need to learn how to avoid these situations.

(Time: 5 minutes after Anon passed out)
[Perspective: Rainbow Dash]

It was five minutes ago that Luna had taken Anon to the infirmary. Fluttershy went with her to try and help Anon the best she could. This is the second time he has been seriously hurt because of me. My eyes fall onto Applejack, she is the one that did this! I walk up to her and get into her face.

“Why couldn't you just be happy for me!” I scream to her with tears falling. I didn't care if they saw me cry, I wanted them to know how much they hurt me. “I-I love him and he loves me! Y-you can't accept that!” I whip around to face the others. “None of you can! He just tries to be nice, to make everything better and all you are doing is putting more stress on him!” I look to the ground. “I thought you were my friends.”

I don't have anymore strength to look at them anymore. I think it is best if I go to Anon, Even though he is far away I can feel how much pain he is in. How he can handle something this painful so easily is almost unbearable to me. I slowly make my way to the dining hall door.

“Wait!” I turn around to find Applejack there. Her expression is hardened. “I don't think you deserve him.” Her face them turns to sadness. “But I didn't mean for this to happen. For what it’s worth, I-I’m sorry.”

I didn't want her apology. “Why don't you tell Anon that, if he wakes up.” With that said I walk out the room and to the infirmary.

(Time: 1 hour later)

I have been sitting by Anons bedside the entire time. I can't believe this has happened. I should have stopped, I should have protected him. He’s my stallion and I failed him! The doctors told me that one of his ribs broke and punctured his lung. They were able to fix it but he was going to be out of it for at least a few days. I-I can't bear it, since we became marked I can feel everything he is going through! Though he isn't conscious, his emotions are everywhere, it’s like he knows he is hurt and making everyone worry.

Though somewhere deep down I can feel that he is trying to keep me calm. I rest my head on his bedside next to his hand. I let out a sigh as I rub my nose against his palm, hoping that maybe he will touch me again. I can feel his love spark as I do this. Deep down he knows I am here and I will be here till he awakes.

I can hear the sound of somepony approaching. “No visitors.” I say coldly.

“Oh, well, ok.” That was Fluttershy, I would know her voice and timid attitude anywhere.

I look to her as she slowly leaves. “Wait.” I say reluctantly. She turns around to face me, Fluttershy, she is one of the mares that wants to take Anon from me. Though she isn't as forward as the others, she is definitely curious about it. Anon thinks this is his burden alone, not anymore. “I want to talk to you about something.”

She gives a nod and takes a seat next to me. “What is it that you want to talk about?” She looks nervous and keeps looking over at Anon. She must be worried.

“He’s doing fine, no need to worry.” I say. I then change to a more serious expression. “This whole situation has gotten out of hoof now. Anon thinks he could handle it on his own but now that we are marked, his problems are mine.” Fluttershy Shift uncomfortably. “What do you want from Anon?”

She looks away with shame. “I-I promised him.”

‘Promise?’ “Promised him what?” I ask.

“I told him that I would protect him from anypony.” Tears slowly trail down her nose and off her cheek. “I-I couldn't do it. This is twice that he has been seriously hurt.”

She then buries her face into her hooves as she cries out loud. I feel a sharp sting in my heart when she does this. Anon is probably hearing her crying and feeling her pain.

“Calm down Fluttershy. You’re making Anon worry about you.” She looks to me confused. I point to my chest. “Marked, remember?” She understands the gesture as she tries to stifle her sobs. “So what is it you want from him?” I ask a little more calmly.

“I-I just want to be close is all.” She then looks to me. “You know I don't get out much and Anon is so nice to me. I think he is the only stallion I have ever been around for so long.” A blush comes over her. “I just enjoy being around him.”

I look over to Anon, I can feel his heart fill with love but confusion as well. Was he interested in Fluttershy but wasn't sure how to take this situation? Was it something to do with his people? I just take a few deep breaths as I look over to Fluttershy.

“He really likes you.” I can see her perking up a little. “But he is very confused right now.” This seems to grab her attention as I continue. “I’m not sure why but something is holding him back, so trying to pursue him is just going to cause him more pain.” I look Fluttershy dead in the eye. “Do you understand what I am saying?”

She can't help but shrink under my gaze. “Y-Yes. I understand.”

“I have no problem with you being close to Anon and being friends Fluttershy, just don't make it hard on him and try to force something he isn't ready for.” She gives a nod as she looks over to Anon again.

“I understand Rainbow. Sometimes we need to protect ponies from ourselves, right?” She looks to me with confidence. This was a very rare side of Fluttershy, this side of her is exactly what I am looking for.

“I’m happy you understand.” I give her a real smile. She understands and fully agrees with giving Anon some space. I know the big guy wanted to do this himself, but I am now here to help. A sudden thought popped into mind. “Hey Fluttershy.”

She looks to me curious. “Yes?”

“Wanna help me get Anon a gift?”

“What kind of gift?”

“Something that no pony can live without.” I say with a grin.

“I can't believe you didn't let me buy him tickets to the wonderbolts!” I was totally going to surprise Anon with those ticket, but Fluttershy convinced me to get him something else.

“I didn't mean to Rainbow, It's just that Anon could really use this more. Don't you agree? I mean if you don't we can always try and get a refund.”

I hate to admit it to her but it was a really great idea. “No sweat Fluttershy, This gift is definitely more useful. I just can't believe we spent so many bits on it!” I then look over to Fluttershy. “Where did you get that many bits anyways?”

She hides behind her mane. “Oh, well. I usually put money away for special occasions. Since this is more helpful I thought it would be fine. I can always save up more later.”

“What were you saving up for specifically?” I ask curiously.

Her face then turns red. “Nothing, It was just something small.” With that she giggles to herself. ‘What did she mean by that?’ “Do you think he will like it?” She asks timidly.

“Like it?!” I get into her face as she shrinks to the ground. “He is going to love it!”

That seems to lift her spirits some. “Oh, well that's good.”

I suddenly felt something deep down inside of myself. It wasn't something Anon was feeling, but from my own heart. “Hey Fluttershy.” She looks to me. “We have been friends for a long time.” She gives a nod. “I love Anon, I really do.” I then let out a sigh. “I just want you to know, if we ever do make a herd. I will talk to him about you.”

Her eyes go wide as she looks completely stunned.

“Are you, inviting me into your herd?” She asks confused.

“No! Well, yeah but not right now. I just want you to know that -if- we do make a herd, I will put in a good word for you. Till that time we stick with what we agreed to in the infirmary, right?”

Fluttershy calms her nerves as she smile at me and gives a nod. I look over to the market area and notice a griffon food vender. These guys come to canterlot and barely make a decent wage, mostly because they sell meat and there aren't many meat eaters here. Also they are forced to hide the meat from site as to not disturbed the peace. Since meeting Anon I can see how that is rather unfair. I walk up to the vender as Fluttershy follows after me.

“I don't have anything you two would be interested in.” The griffon says passively.

“Really, you wouldn't have any meat for sale?” I shrug as I walk off.

“Wait!” He calls to me. I turn around and walk back. ”You’re interested?”

I give a nod. “It’s for my coltfriend.”

The griffin looks to me for a second.. “I have never met one of his kind before.” He must be looking at Anons mark. “But if he enjoys meat then he is alright in my book.” With a grin he says. “So what does he like?”

I turn to Fluttershy. “What do you think Anon would like? When we surprise him with his gift I want there to be a special dinner as well.”

Fluttershy agrees as she talks to the griffon about various meats. We get some raised eyebrows from some passing ponies, but one quick stamp of my hoof and they knew the drill. It didn't take Fluttershy too long to get everything she thought Anon would enjoy. I paid since Fluttershy was kind enough to chip in on most of Anon’s gift. I can't wait till he gets to see it!

The canterlot cooks were nice enough to let us store our food into their fridge until we departed. Fluttershy and I returned to Anon and found that he was still resting easy. Though what I was not expecting was Applejack just sitting there next to them. I bit my lip. ‘I thought I told the nurses to keep her out!’

“Fluttershy, can you give us a minute alone?”

“Ok.” She whispers as she takes her leave.

I take my original seat at Anon’s side as Applejack sat on the opposite end of the bed. She couldn't take her eyes off of the bed as she draws in shallow breaths. It’s faint but I can feel Anon, He was filled with remorse. Deeper I can feel that there was a lot of love but it felt shallow and not full, as if it was the love of a friend and nothing more, there was no confusion in his heart about this.

“Go ahead and say it.” Applejack says.

“Say what?”

“He doesn't love me like he loves you.”

She was dead on about that. I didn't want her to get riled up so I need to play this right.

“He loves you as a friend.” I say calmly.

“I-I don't want to be just friends Rainbow!” I could see pleading in her eyes. “Y-You're the lead mare now. Y-you can tell him, tell him to pick me!”

Does she even hear herself right now? Why would I force him to do something like that!

“Applejack, listen to yourself!” I say getting a little angry. It was faint but I could feel as if my forehoof was being pulled on, like I was being held back. I can feel Anon’s emotion flaring up. I take a few deep breaths. “Do you really want that Applejack, to force love?”

“B-but we had fun.” She says with tears.

I then feel something flare up in me again, it was that love but now it felt more strong, almost like... “He treated you like family.” That's the love I was feeling, it was the love of a family member.

“He..but.” She looks to Anon in shock. “H-how do you know?”

I can feel for Applejack now that things have cooled down. I know the pain must be rather hard on her but I can't lie to her either, she needs the truth..

“You know how marketing works Applejack. I can feel it even now what you mean to him.” I inform her.

She looks like she is about to completely break down. I have known her for awhile and working on the farm her whole life has really kept her away from other ponies. She is pretty lonely but even so, I wouldn't force Anon to pick her just for her own selfish needs.

“So, this is it huh?” Applejack says looking to Anon.

Again I can feel his heart breaking but it was strong in what it wanted. Even if Anon didn't know it when he was conscious.

“He doesn't want you to be sad, but he doesn't want to be something more either.” I respond for him.

“I-I need to be alone.” Is all she says as she gets up and walks out of the room.

I let out a sigh. ‘Geez big guy, I can see now why you didn't want to do this. I feel so bad but I know it's what you really want.’ I lay my head on his chest. “This is what you really wanted, right?” I whisper, hoping for an answer.

I feel his heart fill with love and acceptance but there was still the sadness behind it. I guess it can't be helped, he is just that kind of pony, in a way he reminds me of Fluttershy. I can't help but think of the others now. Does he like anypony else? Is he interested in Luna or Twilight? I guess I will find that out later.

Next thing I hear is the sound of the doors behind me being thrown open. I quickly turn around to see Blades Grace looking around in a panic. When she finally spots me she comes sprinting over. She stops dead in her tracks as she looks to Anon. I can see her biting her lip as she holds back her emotions.

“What happened?” She asks in a neutral tone. This oddly made me feel more worried than anything else.

“I got in a fight with my friend when they found out about the mark. Anon tried to break us up and got hurt.”

I see her chewing on her lip now trying desperately to hold back. “I shouldn't have left. If I had just stayed a few more minutes.” Her voice was wavering.

It was then that I felt my heart skip a beat. Anon was sad, no, he was beyond sad. To see Grace like this was killing him. He, he really loves her. He may not know it when he is awake but I can feel it, this amount of love was overwhelming.. It’s still in the early stages but I have no doubt about it. It was unbearable to feel how much he is affected by her emotions.

“Don't worry too much. You’re making the guy worried.” I say with a slight pant as I hold my chest.

Grace looks to me then to Anon. She understand more than anypony else it seems. She lets out a deep sigh and returns to her neutral status. I can feel deep down that Anon wasn't buying the act but his emotions were in check for now.

“He doesn't buy it, but it’ll do.” I say with a chuckle.

“So you can feel him even now?” Grace asks. I give a nod. “He must truly love you. Most partners can't even feel there marked ones when they are in his condition.”

“Lucky me.” I say sarcastically, but deep down I knew I was lucky.

Grace chuckles. As soon as she does that I feel Anon bursting with joy. It feels like this mare is his only best friend in the world, yet he is burying the love deep down. I need to really talk to Anon about this when he recovers.

“So how is he?” Grace asks.

“He is happy you’re around.” I say with a smile.

I will admit I didn't like Grace at first but now that I can feel how Anon feels, I see why he likes her so much.

“Well anypony would be happy to get a visit from such a sexy mare.” She says doing a little twirl. It’s hard to tell but I think Anon is laughing. I can feel his emotions but they are fluctuating so much that it's hard to really get an accurate idea of what he is thinking. I couldn't help but grin at her mannerisms as well. She then leans closer to me and Anon. “Maybe if he is lucky. When he wakes up I will be in a sexy nurse's costume.”

I look over to see a small grin on Anon’s face. That definitely wasn't there before. It seems just having this mare around makes him feel at ease, even when he isn't conscious.

“Maybe next time. Wouldn't want to give him a heart attack when he wakes up.” I say trying to play the same way Anon and her do.

She looks to me with a large smile. “Oh? Well maybe we can both try on costumes. I will be the nurse and you can be the sexy maid. If we are going to kill him, I want it to be something he won't forget even in death.” She says with the lick of her lips.

I couldn't help myself when my wings snapped open with a ‘pomf’ noise. Grace starts laughing as I try to shove my wings down completely red faced.

“Alright, very funny.” I say in defeat.

“You know. I really like you.” Grace says to me just before she looks to Anon. “I know you don't like to see me sad, but I hope you get through this in one piece.”

I can feel Anon isn't as worried as before and was rather happy now.

“He understands.” I say for him.

“I have to go back to work. I will make sure to stop by again.” I give a nod as Grace takes her leave.

I once again lay my head onto Anons chest. “I really like her Anon. If you ever find the same love for her that you have for me, I have no problem letting her join us.” I say totally accepting.

Again I feel his heart fill with love but also doubt. This is stuff he probably won't even remember anyways. Though I will talk to him about it when we get the time. I still want to get some quality time with my stallion. It just fills my heart with joy every time I think that. I let out a happy sigh. “My stallion.”

(Time: Day 2 of Anons hospitalisation.)
[Perspective: Anon]

I know I have been here for awhile now. All I can really do is lie here in my dream world and look to the blood red mist around me. I guess I was hurt pretty bad but I was hoping to at least see Luna during this time alone here. Since I woke up I have been feeling Rainbows emotions. There were many changes during this time. It was hard to keep up with everything she was doing but most of it was worrying about me.

For some reason I can't dream of anything when I am hurt. It's just this endless darkness. Though the only good thing about it all is that time seems to pass pretty quickly. I bet I will be awake in no time.

“Anon!” I hear someone shouting for me. I look around. “Anon!”

“Hello!” I call out.

Soon Luna appears before me with a look of panic. She quickly runs up and takes me to an embrace.

“I have been trying to find you this whole time! I am glad you are alright.” She says.

“You have been trying to find me?” What did she mean by that?

“Since the marking your dream world has become almost impossible for me to navigate!” She takes in some deep breaths. “But I found you and that’s all that matters.”

“So how bad is it?” I say pointing to the mist.

“You punctured a lung. You should be back and ready to leave in just a few more hours. I just wanted to let you know that everything is alright.” She says with a smile.

“Thanks Luna.” We both became awkwardly silent now. I guess there is no avoiding the elephant in the room. “I love Rainbow Dash Luna, I want to spent some time with her. I will honor our date, but to expect anything more so soon, I’m sorry.” I say looking away.

“I understood what I was getting into Anon. I knew how much you cared for Loyalty. Even now I understand that there may not be a great chance we will become mates.” She then pulls me into another embrace. “No matter what, I want your friendship above all else.”

She doesn't know how happy she has made me by saying that. I give her a nod as we break apart.

“So I will have Twilight send you a letter when the date is ready?” Luna looked to me confused. Oh right, Females do all that. I really need to get use to this stuff. “Um, what I meant to say was to send Twilight a letter when you have arranged everything.” With a smile she gives a nod.

She looks around to the red mist as it starts to dissipate. “It's time to wake up Anon.”

My eyes slowly crack open as the light of the world comes thru to pull me from the darkness. I look over to find Rainbow looking to me with tears in her eyes.

“Hey big guy.” She say past some sniffles.

“Hey Dashie.”

Nothing else was needed to be said as she jumps onto the bed and locks lips with me. It would have gone on longer if it weren't for the sound of a ‘pomf’ noise. I open my eyes and look around. In the corner I can see Fluttershy with extended wings as she tries desperately to push them down. Rainbow follows my gaze to Fluttershy as well. We were still locked lips but I can feel Rainbow giggling now. I decide it would be best to just stop.

I pull away and give a wave to Fluttershy. She nervously chuckles as she waves back. I oddly find that no one else was around.

“Where is everyone?” I ask Rainbow.

“They returned to Ponyville yesterday, jobs and the like.” Rainbow answers.

I look to Fluttershy. “Why are you still here, don't the animals need you?”

Fluttershy hides behind her mane. “Oh, well Angel bunny has been taking good care of the critters while I’m away, so I decided to stay and make sure you were alright.”

“Well thank you Fluttershy. It’s nice to see some friendly faces around.”

“So are you ready to head back big guy?!” Rainbow seems excited for some reason.

“I think so.” I say with a raised eyebrow. “What's the rush?”

She looks around nervously. “Nothing! It’s just.” She lets out a fake yawn. “I am -sooo- tired from watching over you that I think I could use a nap.”

I am totally not buying this act, but what else can I really do right now but play along.

“Well I guess if the doctor gives me the green light then I am ready.”

“Green light?” Rainbow asks.

Damn, human thing. “If he gives me a thumbs..” I stop in my tracks, “Just get the doctor.” I say with a sigh. I hate this, so many good human sayings and no one would understand them. Soon Rainbow brought me a doctor. ”Is that you stitch?” I ask.

He smiles brightly at me. “Why yes it is! I was called in to check up on you, seeing as I have the most experience on your body type.”

“So what's the status doc?”

“All clear. I would suggest you take it easy for at least one more day, but after that you should be completely healthy.” He says with pride.

I let out a sigh of relief. “Thank you Doctor.”

“My pleasure, but I would prefer it if I never saw you again.” He says with a smile.

“I will try my best.” With a grin he shakes his head and walks off. “I guess it’s time to go.” I then felt something deep down tugging at my heart. It was like I forgot something. I guess it's just nothing.

“Let’s get going, we get to ride in Celestia's personal carriage!”

“Celestia!” I yell out, I didn't say goodbye to her yet! “Is she busy? I don't want to leave without talking to her.”

“You’re forgetting someone else slick.”

I turn to the infirmary doors to see Grace standing there with a cocky grin. I get out of bed and give her my best bow.

“I would never forget lady Grace’s farewell.” I say in a prince like accent.

“Well slick I can say this is easily the best farewell I have ever gotten.” She says looking very down south.

I slowly look down to find that I am not wearing clothes. I quickly grab the sheet from the bed and wrap it around myself. I look around to find Grace giggling, Fluttershy and Rainbow have extended wings.

“Sorry about that.” I say red faced.

“Oh with something like that Anon, The last thing you should be doing is apologizing.” Grace says with that devilish grin. “Now hurry up and get dressed. I will take you to Celestia.”

With that said I give her a nod and begin the search for my clothes.

“That will be the last time I ever go to a donkey show again!” Grace says busting up while she shows us to the throne room. Rainbow and I are practically falling down from this story. Laughing was painful but definitely worth it. I can even see Fluttershy chuckling to herself from behind. “I guess this is goodbye slick.”

“We will see each other again right?” I ask, I really wouldn't want to lose her friendship, she is a great mare to be around.

“Don't worry, you will be seeing me again.”She says with a smirk as she walks away. “Later.”

“Later.” I reply back.

I didn't want to prolong this so I quickly walk into the throne room and find Celestia in her usual place atop the throne.

“It is good to see you are awake Anon.” Celestia says with a smile.

“It’s good to be awake.” I then get serious. She can sense this and gives me her full attention. “I’m sorry for all of the trouble I have caused.” I take a knee and bow my head. “I hope you can forgive me.”

I then hear the sound of hoof steps coming towards me. I look up to see Celestia standing in front of me with a smile. Her horn lights up and a piece of paper comes floating down to me. I open it but realise that I don't understand what it says.

“Welcome to Equestria Anon, you are now a citizen of this land.”

I look to the paper and then to Celestia. Even after everything that has happened, she is still letting me stay in equestria?

“T-Thank you.” I say.

Again she takes her place upon her throne. “Remember Anon that you still have much work ahead of you.” She then looks to the others. “But remember that you are not alone.” I give a nod in understanding. “I will see you again.”

Nothing else was needed to be said anymore. I just look to the paper and then to Rainbow. She had a huge smile on her face, even Fluttershy had a small smile. I didn't want to take too much of Celestia's time. So I quickly depart from the throne room as we get ready to fly in her carriage.

Riding in a flying carriage should be fun right? Wrong! This is the most terrifying thing I have ever done in my life! I mean their are no seatbelts or anything! What's worse is that Rainbow has been laughing at me the whole time.

“Anon, calm down.” She says threw some giggles.

“How can I calm down! This isn't normal!” I say with a white knuckle grip on the seat I am on.

“Come here.” She says with a smile. I shakily stand from my seat and take my place next to her. She then drapes her wing over me and pulls me close to her. “Better?”

I did feel more secure, plus she was really soft. Suddenly the carriage hits a bump of some kind and I immediately grabbed onto the closest thing that was stable. So I wrapped my arms around Rainbow’s midsection. She was slowly starting to giggle.

“Anon, n-not there.” She says with a smile trying to push my hands away.

I remove my hands knowing how ticklish Rainbow is.

It was a rather bumpy ride but at least I wasn't the only one scared. Fluttershy seemed to be rather nervous as well the whole time. I have no idea why though, I mean if she really had to she could just fly away if this thing was going to crash.

“Are we there yet?” I ask to anyone that would hear me.

Fluttershy looks out the window briefly before she turns back to me.

“We’re here.” She says with her timid voice.. Right as she said that I felt the carriage hit something solid. I jump out the doors and hit the ground face first. I kiss the ground happy to see it once again.

Rainbow scoffs. “It wasn't that bad.”

“For you maybe.” I say past the dirt my face was still stuck to.

“Come on Anon!” Rainbow sounds excited again.

I get up and find her eyes are wide and filled with joy. She is definitely up to something. “So where to?” I decide to play along.

“First put this on!” Without even waiting for a response Rainbow ties a black piece of cloth over my eyes. “Now just put your hand on my back.” I place my hand onto her hind end. “A little higher big guy.” I slowly move up intentionally trying to get a rise out of her But she seems determined right now. “Alright now stick close.” Is all she says as she moves and I follow.

“So where are we headed and why does it require me to be blindfolded?” I ask.

I hear Fluttershy Speak up. “Well we may ha-”

“Fluttershy shush!” Rainbow yells out.

With a small eep Fluttershy stops talking.

“Can you at least tell me how long this will take?”

I hear Rainbow Chuckle nervously. “Now that you mentioned it, we probably should have blind folded you later. This might take awhile big guy, sorry.”

I let out a sigh. “This surprise better be worth it.”

“Oh when you see it I guarantee you won't believe it.”

I feel something on my back as it wraps its hooves over my already covered eyes. “Guess who.”

“Pinkie, you realise I am already blindfolded right?” I deadpan.

“I know that silly but I wanted to make double sure you weren't faking it.” She says with a giggle as she hops off..

“How do you fake being blindfolded?”

“How would I know, you were probably the one faking it.”

“So what if I wasn't?”

“Well I guess we’ll never know.” With that said I hear the sound of Pinkie hopping away.

“Is it just me or did that just happen?” I ask Rainbow.

“Uh, yeah.. Let’s just try and get there soon.” She ignores as we continue on.

All I can hear now is the sounds of ponies walking by. It's kinda fun actually to be blind folded, It really improves your other senses. I can hear the laughter of kids as they play and the various shop owners advertising their wares for all. I also can't help but feel Rainbows emotions, she is almost too excited for her own good. I guess I should just focus on not tripping.

(30 minutes later.)

I feel Rainbow stop in her tracks as she asks. “Are you read big guy?”

“I can't believe I had to walk that long blindfolded.”

“Oh never mind that! Are you ready?” She asks almost bursting with joy.

“I guess.”

The world becomes blindingly bright as she pulls away the cloth. “Tada!”

I rub my eyes a little from the pain of the sun. Once the pain subsided I look to a door in front of me. I take a few steps back and notice a house I am not too familiar with.

“Uh, what is this?” I ask unsure of where I was.

“This is your new house!” Rainbow exclaims.

“My new house, when did that happen?” I ask dumbfounded.

“When you were in the infirmary, Fluttershy and I put our bits together and bought it for you. It isn't the greatest but it is a home.” Rainbow says.

I look to her then to Fluttershy. “You both bought this?”

“Fluttershy pitched in most of the money and it was her idea too.” Rainbow says elbowing her in the side.

“Really?” I still am in shock at this moment.

Fluttershy hides behind her mane. “Well, I know you needed a place to stay and you aren't comfortable living with others. So I thought you would feel better in your own home.”

“I...” What can I really say at this moment. There really is nothing that can be said.

I drop to my knees in front of Fluttershy and pull her into an embrace. She stiffens up at the suddenness but soon lays her head over my shoulder. I can't help but really appreciate what she has done for me. I can't even believe she went as far as to buy me a house!

“I will pay you back Fluttershy, no matter how long it takes.” I say with confidence as I let go of her.

“Oh, you don't need to do that.” She says turning away with a blush.

“No, this is far too nice of a gift. I will pay you back in anyway I can. If you need me to help you with anything, just let me know.”

She could see that I wasn't going to take no for an answer, even then I doubt she could even say no.

“Ok.” Is all she says.

“Alright are we going to be mushy all day or are we going to take a private tour!” Rainbow calls. I stand back up and give a nod. “Alright, let's check this place out!”

It was one thing for Fluttershy and Rainbow to get me a house. Its another thing entirely when you actually furnish it too, its seems that no expense was spared. This house was actually very nice and I couldn't be more happier than I am right now. The layout was pretty much a basic house. You have your kitchen with all the basic appliances like a fridge. I guess it runs off magic, but I am not really sure. There is a living room, no tv of course but there are books. To be honest that was kinda depressing, but nevertheless the thought was appreciated.

There were other random open rooms that I wasn't really sure what they were there for. There was a bathroom of course. Surprisingly there was a second story. This is where the master bedroom was along with 2 smaller rooms and a guest room. I still can't believe they bought this for me. I swear this place in my world would have cost a hefty price. I was also happy to see that Rainbow made sure to get me a human sized bed. Lets just say that when I kissed her when I saw it really showed her how much something so simple meant to me.

We all return back down to the living room as I take my seat on a rather nice couch.

“So what do you think of the place?” Rainbow asks with a grin.

“I can't even express how much I love it.” I say sinking into the couch. “It’s really all too much.” I say honestly.

“Stop worrying big guy. Fluttershy and I agreed that it was a great present.” Rainbow says with a grin.

“I am not saying it's bad, it’s just. Well I mean I have never had anyone give me something so great before.” I sit up and look at Fluttershy. “I really do appreciate it.”

She turns away with a blush. “Don’t mention it.” She says with a smile.

“Don't get comfy yet big guy, this is only half of the surprise.” Rainbow says with a grin

“There's more? Rainbow now this is getting ridiculous.” I say falling onto the couch.

“Well too bad. Now go.” She points towards the front door.

“What?”

“You can't be here while we get it ready!” Rainbow pleads.

“What am I supposed to do?” I ask.

“I don't know, just go somewhere while we prepare.” I rub my face in frustration. She leans in close to me. “Please.” She give me the wide eyed stare.

“Alright! I will go and find scootaloo or something.” I say passively as I get out of my seat and walk towards the door.

Once I am out the door I turn around and see Rainbow standing there.

“And don't come back for an hour!” She says before slamming the door.

So I have an hour to myself. Crap what day is it now? I hold up my hands and count my fingers aloud.. “It was the friday, no saturday when I was hurt. Out for two days.. Monday.” I let that sink in for a little. “Monday! Oh man I was suppose to be at work!” I shout.

“The princess sent them a letter!” Rainbow calls from inside the house.

Well that was nice of her. “Thanks!” I call back. I really need a way to payback Aloe and Lotus, I mean they are really patient for being my employers. I look around. “Where am I?” I find that there are sparsely placed homes all around me. I don't think I have ever been on this side of town before. “Hey Rainbow where is the town?” I yell.

“Follow the road to your left, that should get you there!” She replied.

“Thanks again!” With that said I set off.

So I found out that my home is a little out of town but not by much. I honestly had no problems with it, though ponyville is not by any means a loud and busy place. I have always liked the sense of being alone in the wild. I probably wouldn't do anything like that, but it's fun to pretend. Anyways I take a look at the sun and I guess it's around 2:30pm or so. If I remember correctly Scootaloo won't be out of school until 3 or so.

I reach into my pockets and find that I still have a good amount of bits left. If those two want to surprise me with a gift, then I think it would only be fair to do the same. I wonder what I can get them though? I have never been any good at picking out presents. Everyone says it's the thought that counts but I have never felt that way, at least when it comes to what I give them.

There is one pony I do know that might be willing to help me though.

“Hi Anon.” I fall back in surprise as Pinkie suddenly appeared in front of me. Did, did she know I was thinking about her? “That’s just silly Anon.”

Well that's good to... Wait a second.

“What did you just say Pinkie?”

“Nothing much. So what you doin’?”

I clear my thoughts. “I was just wondering if you could help me get a gift for Rainbow and Fluttershy.”

“Oh really, what's the occasion?”

“Well, promise me you will keep this secret until things calm down a bit.”

“Cross my heart, hope to fly, stick a cupcake in my eye.” She says while doing some gestures.

“Uh, alright.”

She leans close to me. “So what's the secret?”

“Rainbow and Fluttershy bought me a house.”

“A HOU-”

I wrap my hand around her mouth. “Pinkie, you promised.”

She calms down and gives a nod. Once I release her she says. “Wow, now that is a great gift!”

“I know, so I need your expert help on what gifts they would like.” I pull out my stack of bits. “I got the money to get it too.”

Pinkie snatches the money from me as she dawns a visor of some sort. She counts the bits while typing on what looks like one of those old time calculators. Once she was done a flurry of paper comes out of the end as she looks threw it all.

“I have just the idea of what you can get them.” She says with confidence.

“Alright, can you get me it in an hour?” I ask.

“An hour? No problem. Meet back here?” I give a nod. “Alright, meet you here in an hour.”

With that said Pinkie vanished with only a silhouette made of confetti left behind. So I got that all covered now, I guess I can go talk to Twilight. I know we need to talk about this dating stuff. I cross my fingers not to be hospitalized again.

The door opens to reveal Spike.

“Hey Anon. Here to see Twilight?” He asks seeming rather chipper.

“If she isn't too busy.”

“Nah it’s fine, come on in.” He waves me in as I follow after.

He points over to the kitchen. “She’s on her lunch break.”

“Lunch break?”

“Yeah she has been working on a spell, it hasn't been working too well and this is one of her scheduled lunch breaks.”

“Well I will try to make this a quick visit.” He chuckles a little. “Something funny?”

“When you’re around she rarely follows her schedules. I swear I never thought it possible before.” He says laughing a little as he walks off.

I take a few deep breaths as I enter the kitchen. There I see Twilight reading a book while she eats a sandwich of some kind.

“Are you busy Twilight?” I ask.

This breaks her concentration as her magic drops the food she was eating onto her plate.

“Anon!” She hopes from her seat and comes to take me into an embrace. “It’s good to see you’re back.”

“Yeah, I’m pretty good at taking hits and recovering from said hits.” I say with a nervous chuckle.

“Are you feeling well?” She looks to me concerned.

“I’m feeling great Twilight. No worries.” I say with a smile.

“Are you hungry?”

“I’m fine.” I say trying to calm her.

“So what can I help you with?” She asks.

I walk over and take a seat at the table. I motion her to take her spot again.

“I just wanted to talk about what has happened. The mark, the date. I just want to make sure everything is clear.”

She shifts uncomfortably. “A-alright.”

“I’m really confused right now. With Rainbow and I being closer now I have had to really put my priorities in line.” I let out a sigh. “I still would like to try that date but I want to know how you feel about this.”

She seems to think over everything I am saying. Before long she turns to me.

“I understand. I have read enough books to know that when a mare and stallion become marked that they require some intimate time alone before they establish a herd.” I flinch a little at that word, it's still seems so strange. “As for our date. I just would like to spend more time with you. I won't lie, I hope that in the end we can become closer Anon.”

I nod my head. “I appreciate you being level with me Twilight. I am happy you also understand that Rainbow and I need our space. I also hope we can be closer in time as well. You really are a great pony, If it doesn't work out, I hope we can remain friends.”

“I hope so too Anon.”

I look over to a clock. It was about to be 3pm in about five minutes.

“Well I will let you get to your studies Twilight.” I get up and walk out the kitchen. I turn around. “See ya Twilight.”

“See you Anon.”

I took my leave and step out into the golden rays of the sun. I haven't seen the kids in a while it seems. I am tired of all this grown up stuff.

The sounds of screaming kids comes into the air as the bell rings from the schoolhouse. I stand by my usual tree in wait for any sign of Scootaloo. Off in the distance I see her and the other two eyeing me from afar. There eyes shoot open as Scootaloo and Applebloom come running towards me, but Sweetie Belle runs off towards ponyville.

“You, how, Rainbow!” Scootaloo says with excitement.

“Calm down Scoots, what's the matter?” I ask.

“You, you are marked! By Rainbow Dash!” She says with a smile.

Geez these kids know about this. I feel kinda awkward now. It's like saying, hey kids I just had sex!

I rub the back of my head. “Uh, ya.”

“That is so cool!” She says buzzing her tiny little wings.

“I coulda swore he liked my sister.” Applebloom states looking a little miffed.

“I do like her Applebloom, I like her the same way you like her.” I inform her.

“Ooooh!” She give a nod. “Ah gotcha.”

“What happened to Sweetie Belle?” I ask concerned.

“She didn't say. She just left without a word.” Scootaloo answers.

I am pretty sure Sweetie Belle has a crush on me. So I can only assume this marking business isn't sitting too well with her. I might need to talk to her about it.. Geeeez.. Can't a guy catch a break?

I kneel down to the other two. “I have some free time, wanna do anything?”

“We could go to Sugarcube Corner!” Scootaloo offers.

“I think I’ll pass.” Applebloom says rubbing her stomach.. I notice now that these two look kinda plump, more so than usual.

“Alright, new rule. Sugarcube corner only once a week.” I say aloud.

“Why!?” Scootaloo shouts.

I poke her extended belly. “You are kinda putting on weight.”

“Am not!” She says slapping my hand away.

“Hey, I am just saying you guys obviously aren't eating a healthy amount of sweets.”

“Well, he is kinda right Scootaloo.” Applebloom confesses.

“Alright! So what are we going to do?”

“We can try to get our cutie marks in physical activities?” Applebloom suggests.

I give a nod. “That has two benefits as well. Get a cutie mark and get in good shape.”

“Fine let's go to the park and do some stuff.” Scootaloo says as we all walk off towards the park.

I fall onto the grass totally exhausted. I am definitely not as full of energy as these two.

“And you try to tell me I am in bad shape!” Scootaloo mocks.

“Hey, I just got out of the hospital. Cut me some slack.”

“Yeah, well still.” She say as she kicks the ball towards Applebloom.

I just relax as I look to the blue sky. It hasn't even been ten minutes yet and I do feel totally out of breath. Then again the doctor did tell me to rest. This was probably a bad idea for me to join them but that's in the past now. I let my eyes fall as I just take in a deep breath of the fresh air. Then everything got darker. I open my eyes to see a very red eyed Sweetie Belle looking down at me with a quivering bottom lip.

Oh man, this can't end well. She doesn't say anything as she lays her head on my chest and closes her eyes sobbing quietly. I just stroke her mane and let her cry it out. The others notice this and come over to investigate.

“What y’all crying for Sweetie Belle?” Applebloom asks.

“Can you girls give us a minute.” I ask nicely as they go back to playing. I sit up as Sweetie still clings to my chest. “What’s wrong?” All I hear from her is muffled words as she talks into my chest. “I can't hear you Sweetie.”

She look up to me with tears in her eyes. “I.. I like you.”

I smile at her. “I like you too.” I know that's not what she meant but I was hoping we could avoid this.

“No, I mean. I like, like.” She turns away with a blush.

I rub the back of my neck, I guess she won't let this go. “Sweetie, I am flattered you like me, but you are just too young.”

“I’m old enough!” She shouts a little.

“Sweetie you should be looking at other colts your own age, not me.” I try to convince her.

“B-but, I don't like them like I like you.” She says with a quivering lip again.

I really don't want to break the kids heart but I definitely will not entertain something like this.

“Sweetie, you’re a young and beautiful filly. You have your whole life ahead of you and a limitless future. You don't need to be thinking of me in such a way. Focus on other things, like getting your cutie mark.”

“Y-you think i’m beautiful?” She says with stars in her eyes. I don't think she even heard a thing I said after that.

“That’s besides the point Sweetie, it’s rather inappropriate for someone of my age to be in any kind of relationship with someone of your age.”

She looks a little sad now. “I understand.”

“Thank you fo-” I didn't even get to finish my sentence when Sweetie pushed her lips to mine. I go wide eyed as I quickly throw my head back to pull away.. I was still in a shock when she gives me a wink and runs off to play with the others. My mind was completely numb from what just happened. There was only a single thought that came to mind and my mouth felt the need to say it aloud.. “What the fuck?”