It had been an accidental falling-in that had brought them together. Sort of together. Velvet's divorce, Sunset's break-up... it was an awkward thing to know that failure of a relationship had helped them bond. Remaining in the only city they'd ever been able to call home, perhaps it was inevitable that their sorrow should not be endured alone.

But now comes their first Christmas. And tonight's date night is more intimate than before. All it would take is a single moment for the sparks to truly fly.

Part Two of my 2023 Christmas Special. Enjoy!

All characters are 18+

As always, a shout-out to those who follow me just to downvote. That's dedication.

Edit: Featured, 12/23 - 12/24/23. Thanks, y'all.

Princess Luna reads to a kindergarten class full of foals. A lot of stuff happens.

I saw someone else’s story about Lulu reading to a school group and absolutely loved the idea, so this is my take.

Pinkie is determined to make this Christmas the best one Sunset has ever had and she has a certain pony princess who can help.

Warning:Contains Rarijack, Flutterdash, and a whole lot of Sunlight

This story is a sequel to Ponyville Sunlight

After agreeing to be her date, Princess Twilight Sparkle crosses the portal to accompany Sunset Shimmer to the prom. They're not going alone of course; Sunset's human friends are coming, too. With good friends, beautiful dresses, fancy dinners, and formal dancing, Twilight thinks she's really going to enjoy the prom. Of course, what Twilight and Sunset are looking forward to most is spending more time with each other. The prom will certainly be a night to remember.

NOTE: Rated T for implications. Nothing explicit, here. It's my usual self with going just a bit farther but nothing explicit.

Third story in the Rays of SunLight series.

This story is a sequel to Prom Night's Light

At long last, after four years at Canterlot High, it's time to walk that line. The girls and their classmates are all graduating! What's more, Sunset Shimmer has been selected to be valedictorian! This is certainly going to be a night for her to remember. Just what surprises are waiting for her tonight?

Fourth Story in the Rays of SunLight series.

Princess Twilight Sparkle is a teacher, a ruler, and the occasional savior of Equestria, and she loves it. Her jobs can be rewarding and fulfilling, but they can also be a bit exhausting. Hearing her friend is feeling a little worn out from all the responsibilities she has, Sunset Shimmer offers Twilight a holiday together across the portal in the human world. No evil magic, no intramural sports, and no one else. Just the two of them spending the entire day together.

Original art by Uotapo
Cover text generously added by Novel Idea

First story in the Rays of SunLight series.

This story is a sequel to Holiday Sunlight

After moons of planning and preparation, Sunset Shimmer finally crosses the portal to visit Princess Twilight Sparkle in Equestria. Even though it's been so long since she last stepped hoof in it, Sunset feels a sense of joy finally returning to her homeland. Of course, she doesn't really recognize this particular part of Equestria; Sunset has never been in Ponyville before. That doesn't matter though; Twilight is going to show Sunset around town. With a tour around Ponyville alongside some lovely company, Twilight believes that she's really going to enjoy this day. However, both Twilight and Sunset have something to say that could make the day even better.

Original art by ChocoKangoo.
Cover text generously added by NovelIdea

Second story in the Rays of SunLight series.

Seeking escape from a painful situation, Princess Twilight decides to take a break from Equestria to visit her friend, Sunset Shimmer, in the human world.

Sunset Shimmer has been suffering from nightmares since the events of the battle of the bands a few months back. In an effort to help combat them she begins to talk to Twilight Sparkle, who has become her best friend, almost everyday. But when Twilight suddenly goes quiet for a few weeks Sunset gets worried and her nightmares increase right up until her friend comes back. During a late night conversation a plan for a vacation is born, just in time for Twilight to come and cheer her friends on in the Friendship Games!

[This is something of a rewrite of Friendship Games but with a bit more focus on Sunsets Redemption and a SunLight Romance. Princess Twilight x Sunset Shimmer]

It's been many a year since Twilight took the throne of Equestria, and even though she's retired and is living happily in Silver Shoals, Celestia can't shake the feeling that something is off. That something is missing from her life. Facing conflicted feelings, she travels back to Canterlot to see how her former student is doing ruling Equestria in her and Luna's stead.

Little does she realize that this visit will be one that leads to much change in both her life, and that of Twilight Sparkle.

My entry in the The Twelfth Bimonthly Twilestia Contest