A plethora of perplexing paradoxes has put Ponyville in a persistent peril. With Celestia seemingly missing and no apparent clues as to what might be causing this emergency, Twilight Sparkle seeks out the only pony in Ponyville who might know enough about time to save them. When the eccentric stallion picks an unexpected unicorn as his companion, the adventure begins.

As these two unlikely partners travel through Equestria's distant past and even further future more mysteries come to light, not the least of which being just how these two ponies are connected.

Basically, there's adventure, mystery, time travel, magic tricks, science tricks, Beatles references, rainy day memories, and lamentations on fashion. It's nuts.

(An attempt to legitimately combine the universes/canonicity of Doctor Who and MLP and simultaneously give Trixie a back story. I do what I can to make important references understood, but if you are not down for Doctor Who, then this may not be for you. My suggestion: Give it a read anyway, tell me why you're not a fan. We'll chat. It'll be nice.)

((Now complete with chapter titles you should probably ignore and a picture I find hilarious!))

This story is a sequel to The Fires of Friendship

Applejack is bitter about her lineage among the wealthy and sophisticated Oranges of Manehattan, who apparently abandoned her simple country family. Rarity is desperate to fit in with the urbane elites of the fashion world, even if it means disparaging and rejecting the Ponyville home she loves. On a trip to the big city for Equestria's famous Fashion Week, Applejack will teach Rarity to be honest and true to herself, and Rarity will show Applejack that a little generosity and forgiveness go a long way. Together, they will learn that each has exactly what the other needs to be complete.

This story is in the same continuity as "The Fires of Friendship," and I suppose it is a sequel of sorts, though there is no need to read that story first. More than anything, this story is birthday present for a dear friend, and a fun celebration of her favorite ship.

The cover art (also a birthday present for our mutual chum) is provided courtesy of superstar art sorcerer WizardWannabe.

Rarity has a secret. Well, two secrets. First, she has a crush on one particular pony. And second, she has been writing a story for the object of her affections, to reveal her love. But when word gets out about her literary abilities, suddenly all of her friends want her help on their own writing projects. And all of them need to be done by Hearts and Hooves Day! Could Rarity not be the only one with a hidden agenda here? And how exactly will she manage so many projects in such a short period of time?

(Updated with some editing help from the superb Exuno)

All too soon, Twilight comprehends the error of her kindness.

Rated 'Everyone' because I do what I want.

The indomitable will to pursue another. Many find it distasteful. Most find it annoying. Some find it down-right freaky. But to the vex of a very inexperienced Pegasus, certain ponies just don't give a damn.

Rated Teen for suggestive themes. Enjoy!

Because sometimes we can't get enough of what hurts us the most.

Rated "Everyone" because EVERYONE is guilty of this at some point or another. (O_o)

'Honesty is the best quality.' Somewhere between the thrill of competition, and the heat of forbidden desire, Applejack may have forgotten that.

Rated "Teen" for suggestive themes, and intense emotional situations. Enjoy!

“Hey RD! Come pick me up at the ’Acres at seven. We’re goin’ on a date tonight.”

“What?!”

Applejack seems determined, Rainbow Dash tries to catch up.

Original Story idea by Tchernobog and Steel Resolve.
Title, pre-reading/editing assistance, and an apple cart full of awesome ideas courtesy of Tchernobog.
Post edit pre-reading by Zaphod.

Proudly part of bookplayer's AppleDash Primer; Featured on Equestria Daily 10/09/13

Scene markers were created from these.

Original vector by Are-you-jealous modified with permission.

Rarity asks her lover to fulfill her greatest fantasy. Twilight is sceptical.
Rated Teen for talking about adult thingies.

Maybe that glance lasted just a little too long, or maybe a certain conversation could be interpreted as innuendo. Whatever it is, sometimes we see only what we want to see, and sometimes our fantasies get the best of us. Rarity is no exception.

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