Isolation
“Come on Twilight,” said Spike. “Why do we need to go for a stroll around the park this early in the afternoon? I’m still really tired. I barely slept a wink last night.”
“Exactly, Spike!” replied Twilight. “I can tell that you’re very stressed from all the work you’ve been doing lately, and it’s affecting your sleep pattern. Maybe a nice stroll through the park is just the thing you need to help you relax a little bit. After all, all work and no play makes Jack a dull colt.” The young dragon simply huffed, kicking the dirt as he walked alongside Twilight down the stone path.
“Yoo-hoo!”
Rarity trotted up to Twilight and Spike, having been walking the other way down the path.
“Oh, hi Rarity!” said Twilight. “What brings you out and about in the park?”
“Oh, I’m just on my way to the spa to help clear some tension off of my hooves,” she replied. “I always like to take the long way through the park because it also helps me relax a little. A self-cleansing walk, as it were. Anyway, I saw you two walking along, and I just had to stop by and take the opportunity to thank Spike again for being my assistant yesterday.”
“Oh, it was no problem, Rarity,” said Spike. “You know I’ll always be glad to help in any way I can, whether it’s digging up gems for you or just simply being your supply-fetcher… guy.”
“I know. You’re such a good friend, Spike. If it weren’t for your help, I probably wouldn’t have finished that masterpiece of a dress for Ms. Ruby yesterday and I’d be toiling away with it still instead of going to the spa today. I just can’t thank you enough, my little Spikey Wikey!” She leaned over and planted a kiss on Spike’s left cheek. His entire body went rigid as a diamond. “Well, I’d best be off, then. Ta-ta!”
As she galloped away, Spike felt the kiss mark left behind on his cheek, his cheeks blooming red with amore. His muscles still felt tense.
“Is that a blush?” Twilight slyly asked.
“Huh? I don’t know. Maybe!”
“Looks like a blush to me!” She made a small, retorting laugh. “Still got that crush on her, huh? Now there’s something about you that doesn’t seem like it’ll go away soon.”
“Yeah… I guess you’re right, Twilight.”
Spike’s eyes beamed. He had been feeling a lingering doubt in his mind, and he wasn’t sure why. Now he started to walk faster with his confidence brimming.
But then, the shine left his eyes as he looked out in front of him. Sweetie Belle was walking past the park entrance, on her way to Fluttershy’s cottage to seek help.
Sweetie Belle…
Something about the way Sweetie’s mane bounced up and down as she walked caught Spike’s attention. He continued staring at her until she was out of his sight. Once she left, Spike suddenly realized he had been subconsciously rubbing his cheek the whole time he was watching her.
W-what? But…
The cherry red kiss-mark that had adorned his cheek had faded into a more faint shade of red, and resting on his palm, it now looked like nothing more than a smear, a reflection.
But before he could think about it any further, he suddenly burped up a scroll. Twilight recognized the seal immediately.
“A letter from Princess Celestia?”
"Thanks for the tea, Fluttershy," said Sweetie Belle. "This tastes just like the kind Rarity always makes."
"Thank you, Sweetie Belle," Fluttershy replied. "You know, Rarity is the one who gave me the recipe for this tea in the first place. It always helps me calm down and relieve tension. Now, why don't you tell me all about what’s made you so upset?"
“I’m not upset,” she replied through gritted teeth. Fluttershy knew better though, and gave Sweetie a knowing smile. "Well... okay, I guess I am having just a little problem.” She looked down shyly for a moment. "Promise not to tell anypony, especially Rarity?"
The pink-haired pony gently nodded. "I won't say a word to anyone, not even Rarity."
“Well, the thing is—” She squeezed her eyes shut. “I- I have a crush.”
An awkward silence followed. Sweetie began to sweat; the look on Fluttershy’s face seemed to say it all.
“Fluttershy…? Please, please don’t be mad at me… I know that it’s really weird for a filly as young as me to like somepony…”
“Oh, not at all!” Fluttershy hastily responded. “I’m sorry, Sweetie. I just wasn’t expecting that you were upset because of a crush. Why, I think that’s terrific that you managed to find love already!”
“You think so?”
“Absolutely! I think finding true love is better the earlier that it happens. You’re so lucky, Sweetie. If… if it isn’t too much trouble, would you like to tell me their name?”
This is the tricky part. Admitting I have a crush was one thing. But it’s who I have a crush on that’ll be even harder for her to believe.
“I mean, you don’t have to, if you don’t want to…” said Fluttershy.
“No- no, that’s alright,” replied Sweetie. She squeezed her eyes shut again, and hesitated for a few seconds before finally… “It’s Spike.”
This time, she quickly covered her hooves over her face and tingled with the fear of rejection. After a few seconds, she peeked out to see that Fluttershy’s face was not of shock or disgust, but was more inquisitive than anything.
“Spike…?”
“I know, I know, being in love as a young filly, sure. But… look at me! I’m a filly with a crush on a dragon. I’m nothing but… but a sick freak!”
“Don’t say that, Sweetie Belle!” Fluttershy suddenly shouted, a great tone of panic in her voice. “I mean… I don’t think you’re a freak, Sweetie Belle.” To prove her point, she flew over and gave Sweetie a passionate hug. “I think you’re a very normal, innocent and sweet pony.”
“Really?” Sweetie’s eyes glimmered with new hope. “But still, have you ever heard of a pony’s special somepony being a dragon?”
“I can’t say I have…” Fluttershy answered. “But if you ask me, I don’t think that matters at all. Your heart always knows the right place, and Spike’s not like other dragons, all big and scary. No, he’s a nice and charming guy, and so cute and clever too. If you forget about the fact that he breathes fire, then… he’s basically like a pony.”
“Wow…” Sweetie was beginning to cry now. This time it wasn’t of sadness, but of joy. I can’t believe it. There really isn’t anything wrong with me. These feelings I have for Spike… they’re from my heart. That’s right. Rarity always used to say that your heart always knows what’s right, too. How could I have ever doubted it?
“Thank you, Fluttershy,” she said sincerely. “You have no idea how much this means to me.”
“My pleasure,” she replied, seating herself again. However, she stopped smiling when she noticed Sweetie’s own smile slowly fade into a frown. “There’s still something else though, isn’t there? Something else you’re unsure of?”
“Yeah,” she quietly answered. “So, I have a crush on Spike, and it’s completely normal. But, what do I do now? Should I follow my heart and tell Spike how I feel about him? I don’t even know if he likes me back, or if he likes ponies at all.”
“Hmm. You’re right. I guess that is a problem,” said Fluttershy. “If you don’t mind, um… when did you first know you had a crush on Spike?”
“Well, that’s a funny story, actually…”
“Ever since I moved in with Rarity, I've gotten to spend more time with Apple Bloom and Scootaloo.”
The Cutie Mark Crusaders were all over Ponyville, engaging in numerous random things, all in efforts to try to earn their Cutie Marks. But besides striving for this noble goal, they also did things just as friends, such as having a picnic together and going to Twilight’s library to read books.
“But I also got to see my other friends a lot more, like Pinkie Pie and Miss Cheerilee, and… Spike.”
From behind Sweetie Belle, Spike was struggling to carry a stack of books, and he dropped one. Sweetie noticed, and she picked up the book for Spike, who looked very grateful for it. Later on, the two of them were seen reading that same book together.
“For a while, we were really just friends. I didn’t really think about Spike in any other way, until… that day.”
One day, Sweetie Belle was walking alone in the park, singing a soft tune to herself in tranquility. Meanwhile, Spike was picking some flowers alongside the path and putting them in a basket, humming to himself. Sweetie Belle began watching a yellow monarch butterfly as she walked, so she didn’t see where she was going before accidentally bumping into Spike.
“Oof!” The bump led to Spike dropping the basket, all the flowers inside spreading onto the ground. She gasped and put a hoof to her muzzle when she saw what she did. “Oh my goodness! I am so sorry, Spike!”
“That’s okay, Sweetie Belle,” said Spike.
“Here, let me help you pick all those up.” She leaned down and started picking up the flowers with Spike, putting them all into the basket.
“Whoo! Thanks. You’re a real friend, Sweetie.” She blushed with modesty, as Spike began counting all the flowers. “Huh. That’s weird.”
“What is it? Did I miss some of them?”
“No, it’s just…” He picked up one of the flowers. “There are twenty-one roses in here. Twilight only needed me to get twenty blue roses for Fluttershy’s birthday. I must’ve picked up an extra one by mistake. Hmm…” He thought for a minute, and then held it out to Sweetie with a smile. “Here, Sweetie. Why don’t you take it?”
“Huh?” Sweetie replied, with a confused look on her face.
“I only need twenty of them,” he explained. “Just think of it as my gift to a friend, for helping me pick up the flowers.” She took the flower and held it in her hooves.
“Gee, thanks Spike. I don’t know what to say…” Gazing at the flower, a soft smile started to spread on Sweetie’s lips.
“Hey, don’t mention it! Now, I should get these roses back to the library so Twilight and I can wrap them. See you later, Sweetie Belle!” said Spike, waving goodbye as he picked up the wagon and resumed walking.
“Yeah, bye…” said Sweetie Belle. She stared at the blue rose for a while, her eyes glistening. Little did she know, feelings were starting to churn inside of her. She felt an immense warmth through her body looking at that flower, all the bones in her body tingling as she thought of Spike handing it to her.
“It was one of the sweetest things anyone had ever given to me.”
“Wow,” said Fluttershy. “I mean— that does sound romantic. I’m so happy for you, Sweetie.”
“Well thanks, but…” Sweetie Belle looked down to the floor. “I still don’t know where to go from here. Should I let Spike know that I have a crush on him? I’m just, really scared that if I tell him, he won’t like me back and it’ll ruin our friendship. I’ve seen other ponies find their special somepony before, and it makes me really happy when they do, but I don’t feel like I’m ready to find one myself. Fluttershy, what should I do?” Her eyes were starting to water.
"I’m not really sure." The timid mare began blushing a little. "I've never really had that special somepony for myself.”
Sweetie blinked in shock. “Wait, you’ve never— “
“Hmm... I would probably send her— I mean, him some flowers, though."
"Flowers? You mean, like he gave me?”
"Mm-hmm. You can get a nice big bouquet of flowers, the same kind Spike gave you, and then send them to Twilight and Spike’s house anonymously! Or, well, I guess you could sign your name if you'd like. I wouldn't, though. I'd be way too scared to let somepony know how I really feel. Because what if they don't feel the same way? What if they're not into that sort of thing? What if— what if she doesn't want to be my friend anymore?"
"Um, Fluttershy?" Sweetie interjected. “I don’t think sending Spike flowers sounds like the best idea. That seems too obvious."
"Well, I don’t know if I can think of anything else. Hmm, maybe all he really needs is a nice big hug!"
"...That's it? Just a hug? Got anything better than that?”
"I’m sorry," Fluttershy replied. "I wish I could help more. I just don't really know that much about love. The only love I’ve ever had is love for all the little animals and creatures out there."
Sweetie Belle sighed heavily, resigned herself to the fact that she probably wasn’t going to get any further answers and proceeded to the door. "That's okay. Thanks anyway, Fluttershy."
"No problem," she responded. "I was glad to help, even if I wasn't much of a help. Good luck, Sweetie Belle!"
"Thanks for the tea." She closed the door behind her with her tail.
"Oh, Fluttershy,” she scolded herself. “You really need to stop rambling so much. After all, you can’t even help yourself."
She sadly glanced at a particular photo on her wall, an aching feeling in her heart.
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I love how Fluttershy awkwardly tries to hide that she likes mares
I bet Fluttershy's crushing on Rarity!!!!! Maybe........
And the cuteness just got even more excessive. I approve
Or maybe she was in love once before and her shyness cost her that special somepony.
Sweetie Belle got a hug from Fluttershy, lucky her.
'Track Cannon' Tracking. Roger we have a lock. FIRE!!!
I have a feeling its
or how about
OC?
And then the comments were guessing for love, Okay. Well this was a good chapter, good to get some exposition.
OH! I know who Fluttershai loves!
HER CRUSH! 8D
Its the sweetest thing anyone has given me.
OM NOM NOM
That was the only thing I could think of while reading that flashback.
they do say that opposites attract.
Maybe
supply-fetcher guy?
The correct term is 'gopher' -- as in 'go fer this, go fer that'.
You'd think a LITTLE of Twilight's knowledge of words would rub off on Spike.
Again, SO. MUCH. FACEHOOF!
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808457 And is there a problem? I may be a straight guy, but I'm still fine with girls liking girls and guys liking guys, it's who they are and love shouldn't be judged by gender. I wish all the dang homophobes would just... just...
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Yeah, what Twi said, I couldn't have said it better myself.
I'm not saying YOU'RE a homophobe, I just mean in general.
Hmmm...
...
?
...
No...
Too obvious. Excuse me while I look into this secret crush Fluttershy has...
It's got to be
Actually...
or
That's what I think.
boooya bugger sweetie belle explore flootasha!
Honestly someone of sweetie bells age shouldn't even be concerned that spikes a dragon, wouldnt she be more oblivious to the species difference than due to her age.
>His entire body went rigid as a diamond
Obligatory giggity...
Nice chapter, but if I had to make one criticism it's that your characterization of Rarity is a bit rigid, but you seem to be improving from the last chapter. Good luck and godspeed.
since fluttershy has a picture of butterflies and a rainbow I'm thinking
808469 THAT"S WHAT I'M THINKIN! I mean, to give us that carrot and just dangle it in front of us is just...
*snort*
Good readin'.
857610 How the hell did you pull a negative comment from what was said in your quote? Assumptions; they make asses out of people.
fluttershy and pinkie sitting in a tree
k-i-s-s-i-n-g
How awkward would it be if it was
?
902759 Well then we'd have a
+
BUT 
So we'd have a two-way duel between a filly and a mare for
while he and 
look on awkwardly.
Personally, I think it's
just to mess with us a bit.
May the Grace of the Valar Protect You
Shire Folk
I'll worry about who
likes later. Right now, I'm more interested in how 
will react to Sweetie's crush. After all, how does 
feel about 
.
: So hurry up so we can throw a party already!
809174
I second that motion
“Hmm... I would probably send her— I mean, him some flowers, though."
Nice Flutters... nice...
Funny though... inb4 Rarishy?
Her denial in the beginning reminds me of that song from Hercules
I dont think i have any evidence to say that Sweetie has ever realized spikes affection for rarity, so i will leave it at that and rewatch the episodes (Ponies Drive me to more Ponies...), The building tension is quite nice, looking forward to the rest now.
Lol Fluttershy. Smooooov. This is so cute I had to take a cold shower to suppress the d'awww. I have standards you know, and you're smashing them to pieces with wrecking balls!!
822347
That's where my vote is going.
The d'awwket launcher hast been fired!
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Wow, just the sight of her made Spike forget about Rarity?
I don't think you've got anything to worry about, Sweetie.
I'm seeing all of these and the only connection anyone is making is the 'she' part. Reread, my friends. I'm speculating
Oh, Fluttershy, you.
Just the thought of Sweetie Bell and Fluttershy having a conversation is absolutely adorable!
D'aaww!
2687096
Enope! :bigmac:
I would-but spoilers-i cant-
I WILL
Oh, you sequels.
No wonder she has it so bad for the little drake. He gave her a blue rose.
2125402 agreed
You aren't talking about Sweetie belle anymore are you Fluttershy?
Go tell them how you feel! The worst they can do is say no, and you'll never know what could happen unless you give it a shot. (its dash. Totally dash.)
5112365 in Chinese culture it means hope against unattainable love
OTP:
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vs.
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I AM SO CONFLICTED!!!
Hmmmm.....
Dashie or Twilight?
9949278
I was actually thinking Rarity. Don’t forget she makes a weekly visit with her to the spa.