The Wonderbolt trainee's lazy side gets pampered after she gets into an accident, while showing off a new stunt. And, let's just say that her athletic body becomes the complete opposite.
Recklessness has gotten Rainbow Dash into the position that she's in, right now. She's one of the land's top athletes. She's an epic hero who has saved Equestria numerous times. She is living her dream by training to become like one of her idols. And she even has a number one fan and little, sister figure who will stay by her side.
But, recklessness is supposed to be a bad thing. And, bad things usually lead to more bad things........right? In this case, Rainbow Dash cripples her wings, once again, while doing some reckless things. But, the consequences end up becoming more questionable than distressing, over time.
*This is the first fan fiction that I have ever written. It is, indeed, a weight gain fetish story. When I was contemplating on what kind of story I wanted to write first, I really didn't expect to get so into writing out a scenario for my fetish. Especially on My Little Pony. And, especially since I have been quite shy about publicly addressing my fetish through a project. But, the idea just hit me, and I really started having a lot of fun with it. So, I decided to use this as my first attempt at writing an original story. Despite the fact that I've seen this scenario many times in WG fics. This is my own spin on it.*
Rainbow Dash was preparing to show off the latest stunt that she had created - using special techniques that she had recently learned from her time at the Wonderbolts Academy. And Scootaloo was given the honor of being the first pony to witness what she, herself, could consider to be the next amazing feat of awesomeness that nopony other than Rainbow Dash could ever achieve. Scootaloo was more than ready.
Rainbow Dash and Scootaloo have pretty much become unofficial sisters since that fateful camping trip. It really wasn't too long ago. But they were slowly, but surely, bonding more and more - each time they had the chance to hang out. It wasn't too often, but Rainbow Dash could tell that Scootaloo was starting to see her as more than just an icon for her to obsess over....At least that's what she assumed. Dash isn't exactly the perceptive type.
"You bet I'm ready, Rainbow Dash!"
"Alright! I call this one 'The Blaring Bolt'!"
Suddenly, Rainbow Dash vanished in a prismatic blur that left behind a strong burst of wind. Scootaloo felt the strong force for merely a second before a booming thunder emitted from the sky. Somewhat shaken, but used to things like this when spectating her hero up close, Scootaloo looked up and saw that Rainbow Dash was creating a series of storm clouds by brushing multiple clouds together at high speeds. They were starting to form a diagonal line that pointed vertically. When the line was done, Rainbow Dash began looping in a downward spiral around the thick line of clouds, leaving a rainbow trail, until she reached the bottom. Rainbow stopped for a moment to position herself at the bottom end of the line. It looked like a needle composed of a thunder storm, wrapped with a thin, rainbow ribbon.
Truth be told, Rainbow Dash had only learned the techniques used to create this stunt a few days ago. And she had only practiced a few times since. But, she was so eager to show off these techniques that she had specifically created a stunt for the sake of proving to Ponyville that she was going to be the next Spitfire. Sure, Spitfire warned Rainbow Dash and her fellow trainees that these techniques could be dangerous if not perfected. But this wasn't going to stop Rainbow Dash from using them prematurely. Besides, being reckless is what got Rainbow Dash this far.
Rainbow then dashed right into the tip of the needle at an incredible speed. As she struck and went through it, lightning began to erupt all around the needle. And it was radiating with brilliant, rainbow colors - just like Dash's cutie mark. The stunt was also creating a continuous, blaring sound of thunder. Soon she had cleared the entire form, making it look like one long streak of flashing, prismatic lightning and clouds shooting into the heavens.
Scootaloo was speechless.
*That has to be the greatest, most awesome and epic thing I had ever seen in my life.* She thought.
Scootaloo hadn't noticed, but there was a crowd of ponies from Ponville - including all of Rainbow Dash's friends - gathered around the area; staring in awe at the spectacle. And they thought the Sonic Rainboom was an impressive sight. After the last few seconds of thunder, there was silence. And after a few seconds of silence, Sootaloo was screaming.
"WOOOOOOOHOOOOOO!!! GOOOO RAINBOW DASH!!!! YOU ARE THE BEST PONY EVER!!! THAT WAS SOOO AMAZING!!!"
"Wait a minute....THAT WAS RAINBOW DASH!!??!!", Twilight Sparkle screamed.
The crowd started cheering wildly for Rainbow Dash. Everypony had apparently showed up when they noticed the strange anomaly in the sky, but didn't see what created it. However, there was now a problem.
"Where is she?", asked somepony. Then, there was silence again. Even Scootaloo had stopped cheering. Rainbow should've been visibly eating up the attention and praise by now. But the mare was nowhere to be seen. Then, somepony noticed - "Oh Celestia! She's lying over there!! On the grass!"
Rainbow's friends were now very shocked and alarmed. Scootaloo, Spike, and the other 5 of the Mane 6 sprinted over to her immobile, charred body. The crowd watched as Rainbow's friends freaked out, picked up Rainbow Dash, and rushed to the hospital.
It had been a few weeks since the incident with 'The Blaring Bolt'. Rainbow Dash was shocked and burned. But, thankfully, she didn't mess up the stunt too badly. And, she ended up recovering from most of her injuries. She looked ALMOST as good as new. There were no signs of the burns that she had received. This time, however, she had shocked her wings enough to make them go completely numb. Thank Celestia that it would go away eventually. It might take a month though. Rainbow would have to stay on the ground for quite a while. And, although this doesn't sound like it would be too much of a problem for any ordinary pegasus, Rainbow Dash is no ordinary pegasus. She is going to go nuts and probably drive everypony else crazy if she stays out of the sky for too long.
She wouldn't be able to stay at her cloud house. So, she had Fluttershy take care of Tank at her cottage, and opted to stay at Sugarcube Corner with Pinkie Pie - who is probably the only one out of her friends that could put up with a disgruntled, cranky, restless, and depressed Rainbow Dash.
Within the Cutie Mark Crusaders Club House, at Sweet Apple Acres, Scootaloo was contemplating on what she was going to do for Rainbow Dash. She felt that, as an unofficial sister and number one fan, she should find a way to help Rainbow Dash cope with her ailment. Sure, she believed that Pinkie Pie could keep anypony happy. But, she knew Rainbow Dash could only take so much Pinkie Pie. Scootaloo thought that this was a good time to bond with Rainbow Dash more.
*I could give her flowers. Nah, that's too prissy.....I could write her a song. No, wait....I'm horrible at that.....I could......*
"Hiya, Scootaloo!"
"GAH!"
Scootaloo was startled for a second. She was so distracted by her thoughts that she didn't even notice that Sweetie Belle had entered the club house.
"Oh...H-hey, Sweetie Belle."
"Why are you here, alone? And what were you doing?", Sweetie Belle asked.
"I usually come to the club house when I need a good place to think. And, I've been thinking about what I could do for Rainbow Dash to help her feel better about her wings. She's going to be staying at Sugar Cube Corner, starting tomorrow. And, I know that she is probably pretty bummed right now....What are you doing here?"
"I just came to pick up my cape. My sister kept bugging me about how I've been running around with it all this time, and haven't once brought it back to her to get cleaned."
"We don't even do much with them."
"I know! That's what I said! But she won't stop bothering me about it! And I just know that she's going to keep it from me, so that it stays as clean as possible until I really need it. I mean, I guess that's really thoughtful of her. Even if it is kind of annoying."
Scootaloo sighed. "I wish I could be as thoughtful....."
Then, Sweetie Belle started thinking.
"Hmmmmm.....Y'know....Whenever Rarity gets really depressed, she starts eating a lot."
Scootaloo blinked with a bewildered expression on her face.
"Really?"
"Yeah. She gorges on her gourmet chocolates and secret stash of ice cream. She thinks I don't know, but I've seen her do it before." Sweetie Belle then realized what she just did and began to panic. "O-oh! Uuuuuuhhhm. PLEASEDON'TTELLANYPONY!! I-I mean.....Rarity will kill me if she finds out that I know and told somepony!"
Scootaloo was taken aback, but got interested. She started forming questions.
"Does she get really hungry when she gets depressed?"
"I-I don't know. I just know that she starts to feel better when she does it."
"Are chocolates and ice cream the only foods that cure depression?"
"They work for Rarity."
Scootaloo started to inch uncomfortably close to Sweetie Belle as she asked her these questions. Sweetie Belle knew that she was just getting excited about a potential way to help somepony. But, when it came to Rainbow Dash, Scootaloo scared her sometimes. And this was just getting weird.
"Do all older fillies eat a lot to get happy?"
"How am I supposed to know?" Sweetie Belle then quickly swerved past Scootaloo and grabbed her cape. She trotted towards the exit.
"Sorry, Scootaloo. But, I've gotta go! Rarity is waiting to clean this thing!" She galloped away.
Scootaloo thought about what she had just learned. If Rainbow Dash ate a lot of food, she might be able to stay happy. Scootaloo would do anything to get her approval. And, if pampering her with food would do it, then she would give it a shot. However, she had to figure out how to get enough food for Dash. She was sure that it would take quite a lot considering how broken her spirit might be, and how long it would take for her to be able to fly again.
Rainbow settling in, Scootaloo getting a plan *Edited*
"Thanks, Pinkie, for letting me stay here. I probably don't deserve your help, considering how stupid I was."
Pinkie Pie gave Rainbow Dash an incredulous look.
"ARE YOU KIDDING? That was the most super awesomest pegasus stunt I've ever seen!! How were you supposed to know that it was incredibly dangerous and could've hurt you REALLY REALLY badly and even potentially taken you away from us forever?"
Rainbow's face just screwed up in response to that question. She tried hard, but she couldn't keep herself from tearing up and, eventually, sobbing uncontrollably. Pinkie realized that she ran her mouth without thinking, again, and consoled Dashie with a nice, Pinkie hug.
"Oh, I'm so so sorry, Dash! I was just being a dumb Pinkie!"
"B-b-but,*sob* I d-did know how d-dangero-o-ous it w-was!! Sp-Spitfire told us not to try the techniques until we practiced them enough! *sob* *sob* I-I not only disobeyed her. *sniff* But, I made you all worry! And probably scared you all half to death! A-and, now I'm going to be behind on my training!!!"
Dash then proceeded to, flat out, bawl like a little foal. Pinkie Pie comically cradled Rainbow Dash in her front legs and carried her over to the guest bed. They were both in Pinkie's room, at the moment. And, Pinkie Pie prepared to house Rainbow Dash until she could use her wings again.
The guest bed was pretty big for one pony. It was big enough to fit, at least, two adult ponies. It was incredibly comfortable, with a ruby red, cotton quilt, and two big, ivory pillows - filled with perfectly kempt pegasus feathers. The frame was rich mahogany, with fancy engravings of Pinkie Pie's cutie mark. And, this bed was usually hidden in the wall. When any of her friends slept over, or any ponies needed to crash after getting a bit too wild at one of her big parties, Pinkie Pie would deploy this baby and put it to good use. Nopony knows how or when she managed to install it, or where she got it from, but nopony would ever question it because of its sheer magnificence being reserved for them. Pinkie Pie could sleep in it, herself, but she insists on sleeping in her own bed, just in case anypony else needed somewhere to sleep, in her room.
Pinkie Pie gently laid Rainbow Dash on the mattress. When Rainbow's back touched the bed, she almost immediately quieted down.
"P-Pinkie Pie...." Rainbow said, still somewhat flustered. She had never actually slept over at any of her friends' houses. She was actually quite reluctant to stay at Sugar Cube Corner. She always tried to avoid sleeping in other ponies' homes for some reason.
"Yyyeeeeeesss?" Pinkie had a smug grin on her face.
"T-this bed.....is.....AWESOME!!! And I thought nothing could ever beat a well made cloud-o-pedic!! This is something I would only expect Rarity to have! Where did you get this?"
"I have my sources. You never stay over, so you've never met 'My Guest Friend'. You're actually the first pony to ever ask me about it."
"......'Guest Friend'?....."
"Yessirooni! 'My Guest Friend' is my ever reliable, super fancy pants, true guest bed among guest beds that is only reserved for my very special guests among very special guests....Which are pretty much any guests I have."
Rainbow Dash just didn't know what to say. However, she wasn't going to complain. She always knew that Pinkie Pie's entire life was devoted to making everypony happy. But, she sometimes underestimated just how devoted Pinkie actually was.
Meanwhile, at the Legion of The Cutie Mark Crusaders.....
"I've got it!"
Apple Bloom and Sweetie Belle turned towards Scootaloo in surprise.
"Ya got what?" Inquired Apple Bloom.
"Apple Bloom! Everypony loves your family's cooking, right?"
"Uhmm, Yeah?"
"And I know that Rainbow Dash is always the most excited for cider season and is Applejack's best friend! I bet that if I can get your sister to make me a lot of apple goodies, and maybe even get a bunch of cider from her, I can make Rainbow Dash feel good as new! I'm going need an especially large amount from her. Rainbow will have so much food, that she will never be unhappy again!!"
Scootaloo's tone was ambitious and rather forceful. It was a little unnerving.
"Ah don't know Scoots. Ah'm not sure if mah sister's gonna wanna take the time do that, just so that you can impress Rainbow Dash. Besides, ya can't just make our cider just like that. It's a long, delicate process that takes months. That's whah we have a 'Cider Season', and only make enough for most - if not all - of Ponyville. Shouldn't you find a way to help Rainbow without usin' other ponies? Y'know, so that what you do for her is extra special?"
Scootaloo put a sour expression on her face.
"Are you saying that you wouldn't help somepony else help her friend if she needed you to?"
Sweetie Belle was just trying to find somewhere to hide. She knew where this was going. And, it was partially her fault.
"No! That's not what Ah mean! What Ah mean is that you could prove yourself to be a better sister if you did something yourself. Ah mean, mah sister would probably do something for Rainbow Dash. But, feeding her a ton of food? That don't sound like somethin' Applejack would do. She would want Rainbow to stay as fit as possible."
Scootaloo was getting annoyed.
"Now you're saying that I want to make Rainbow Dash fat?! You know what? I'm going to ask your sister to help me, myself! And nopony is going to get in my way!!"
Scootaloo stomped her way out of the club house and galloped towards Apple Bloom's home.
"What's gotten into Sootaloo?" Apple Bloom asked.
Sweetie Belle sheepishly crept out of her hiding spot.
"U-uh, I don't know. I-I didn't tell her that Rarity eats a lot when she's depressed."
Scootaloo made it to the front door of the Apple family house. She knocked politely. After a few seconds, the door opened. Applejack was done with any chores that she needed to do for that day and had answered the door.
"Whah howdy, Scootaloo! What can Ah do ya for?"
"Hey, Applejack! I want to ask you if you could do me a favor."
"Shoot, sugar cube."
"Can you make me 20 apple pies, 50 apple fritters, and 30 caramel apples?"
Applejack's expression went from friendly to deeply bewildered.
"....W-what in Equestria do you need all that food for?...."
"I want to give it all to Rainbow Dash cuz she's depressed."
*G-g-give...all that...f-food....to Rainbow Dash?* Applejack blushed a bit as she thought to herself.
*And....s-she's askin'...M-ME to HELP?......Rainbow ain't gonna do much exercisin' for a while, if she can't fly....'Specially since she can be pretty lazy to begin with.* Applejack started to imagine Sootaloo and herself, each taking warm, home made, Apple family goods to Rainbow Dash; as she scoffed them down and kept accepting more and more and-*NONONO! NUH-UH! Stop, right there, Applejack!*
Her conscious was trying to fight back. *Get a hold of yerself, girl! You know better than to take advantage of somepony for self pleasure! Let alone one of your friends!.....Ah-Ah mean....Ah did kinda lose control, already, when the family stuffed Twilight.....B-but that don't count! Mah family wanted her to try all our goods!.....Although, it didn't stop me from gettin' ahdeas.*
Applejack was biting her lip. Her face was turning slightly red. She started sweating bullets. Scootaloo was getting a bit concerned.
"Um...Applejack?...Applejack? Are you okay?" Applejack kept staring with a strained, but content look on her face. Her breath seemed a bit shallow. Scootaloo tried waving her hoof in front of Applejack's face. Applejack looked like she was getting ready to faint.
Scootaloo yelled, "APPLEJACK!!!"
"DW-WHA-WHA-Y-YES-AH'LL-DO-IT!!!" Applejack blurted without thinking. She looked incredibly nervous and conflicted. But, Scootaloo seemed oblivious to that, at this point. She got the answer she was looking for.
"You'll make the food? Alright! I told your sister that this was a good idea that you would agree with!"
Applejack finally got out of her stupor. But, she wished she hadn't. She heard Scootaloo, loud and clear. Now that, not only the excuse and temptation to submit to her dark desires, but also a promise to help a little filly's thoughtful - although very misguided - cause to help her best friend had been put in front of her muzzle, she couldn't resist.
"Uhm.....heh, heh....yeah....Oh, pony feathers."
"What was that?"
"Uh-uh, nuthin'-nuthin'!"
Applejack and Scootaloo awkwardly stared at one another within an awkward silence. Applejack felt very awkward. More awkward than she had ever felt before. She realized that Scootaloo, a little filly that she hardly knew, was going to take part in fulfilling her neglected desires. She loved seeing mares get stuffed and fat. And, she had always dreamed of having a fat marefriend to call her own. But, of course, Applejack hid this side of herself from everypony. Everypony, except Granny Smith. She knew that she could tell Granny Smith anything without being judged. And, Applejack couldn't understand her feelings when they first surfaced.
When Applejack first talked to Granny Smith about her confusing affinity, all Granny Smith said was, "Now, don't you fret, sugar plumb. Nopony has the same kinks as another. Alls ya gotta do is be sure to show 'em when the time is right. Whether or not ponies will accept you for who you are ain't gonna be known 'til it happens. And, when that time comes, always remember to stay true to yourself, hun. Your real friends and family will love ya, no matter what."
Applejack wished that she had the courage to tell her friends. But, she had pretty much labeled herself as a health nut, over the years. She is probably one of the fittest mares in Equestria. And, she always gave others the impression that honest, hard work and athleticism was what she was all about. She wasn't going to suddenly make it seem like that was all a lie, any time soon. Even if it all wasn't. Letting everypony know that she was really a filly fooling, chubby chaser - all this time - frightened her furiously.
Applejack had to say something to break the silence.
She said with uneasy uncertainty, "So....Ah guess....since we're not doin' anything else important right now......We can start makin' RD's food.....right?"
Scootaloo perked up in anticipation.
"Now, your talkin'! I did say that we should give her 20 apple pies, 50 apple fritters, and 30 caramel apples. But, do you think that's too much, or not enough?"
"Um-uh, Ah think that MIGHT be a bit much...."
"Oh....Well, how much do you think we should make her? I know that this was all my BRILLIANT idea. But, if you're going to help, I guess I can give you some choice."
Applejack bit her lip again. "Uh.....maybe....10 apple pies....and 10 fritters....." She gave Scootaloo a sheepish, pleading look as she blushed a bit. She couldn't believe that she still suggested enough food for 3 mares.
Scootaloo put a hoof to her chin. "Hmmmmmm......I guess that would be good. I am planning on doing this until Rainbow Dash can fly again. I probably shouldn't go all out on the first day!"
Applejack gulped. *RD....eatin' like this until her wings get better? She's bound gain weight before then!* Applejack knew it was wrong. But, she started getting excited.
"Yeah-yeah-yeah. THAT'S whah we should make less! Heh, heh......" According to the position of the sun, there should only be an hour left before noon. "And, it would probably take too long to make all that."
"Oh, yeah. Well, then what are we waiting for? Let's bake!!!" Scootaloo whizzed past Applejack; straight into the kitchen.
Rainbow Dash was not crying anymore. But, she was still moping about in Pinkie's room. More specifically, she was lazily lying on 'My Guest Friend', staring at the ceiling. The time was late in the afternoon, closing in on the evening. Pinkie Pie should be done with her shift for the day, by now.
"sigh...."- Rainbow rolled over, onto her stomach, and ruffled her feathers with her hooves -"Nope. Can't feel a thing....Man, that's gonna be hard to get used to....I mean, it's bad enough that I can't use them. But, not being able to feel them either? It's almost like they're not even there. That's not just disturbing...Celestia, this is cruel."
Pinkie's head - with a ridiculously big, rainbow colored top hat that had a piece of paper taped on the front, with the words 'RD is da best!' sloppily written on it - suddenly crept up at the foot of the bed.
"AAAAWW...Is Dashie still sad?" She proceeded to put on a pouting face as she did a random jig on the top of the foot of the bed, with her head seemingly frozen in place. When she finished with a graceful pose, she expected a reaction. Preferably, Dash's hardy laughter. But, what she got was a completely unfazed expression of disinterested melancholy. Pinkie Pie visibly deflated and went to Rainbow Dash's side.
"It's that bad, huh?"
"Yep."
"Is there anything that I can do for you?"
There was suddenly a low, growling sound that came from Rainbow's direction. Rainbow blushed a bit. She felt very hungry, all of a sudden. Maybe drowning in sorrow builds a strong appetite?
"Uuuhh....Ya...I'm kinda hungry....sort of...."
Pinkie's mood swung from sympathetic Pie to get-up-and-go Pie in the blink of an eye.
"Don't worry, Dash! Pinkie Pie is here to help!" She threw off the large hat - which kind of disappeared into nothing, out of eyes' view - and sped through her door. Until she reared back just as fast and said, "Be right back!", then sped off. Rainbow Dash normally would've went with her. But, she felt that 'My Guest Friend's' comforting embrace was all she had to keep her from falling apart completely. All she needed was some grub to go along with it.
When Pinkie Pie got downstairs, she headed for the kitchen until she got distracted by something. She had a strange, violent, bodily twitch - then looked past the pink, tinted window at the front of the store. It seemed as though Applejack, with a small cart full of apple pies, was walking towards Sugar Cube Corner. She was mere feet away when Pinkie noticed that Scootaloo was accompanying her, holding a basket of apple fritters. Pinkie Pie didn't know what her Pinkie Sense was telling her, this time. But, it had to be something good or exciting if it triggered because of Applejack and Scootaloo bringing Apple family goodies to Sugar Cube Corner. She trotted to the front door and opened it with gusto.
"Heya, Applejack! Hiya, Scootaloo! Are we having an apple pastry party? Cuz, if we are, this is absolutely, superific, perfect timing!"
When Applejack and Scootaloo got in front of Pinkie Pie, Applejack shifted her eyes every which way - trying not to make eye contact with Pinkie. She was sweating, again.
"Uh-uh, hi Pinkie Pie. Fancy meetin' you here!"
"Well, I live and work here, silly! Although, I am usually everywhere and anywhere these days."
"I-Is that so? Heh, heh.....heh....."
"Are you okay, AJ? Something seems weird about you today...It's a familiar kind of weird that I'm supposed to watch out for....What was it?....Are you riding something?....No. That's not it....Biding something?....No-no. That's not it either....Chiding something? Or, maybe-"
"AH AIN'T HIDIN' NOTHIN'!!!" Applejack blurted out loudly. She froze. Her eyes shrunk to the size of pin pricks.
Pinkie Pie looked confused for a second, but just shrugged it off. "Okie Dokie Lokie, then!"
Scootaloo took over the conversation. "Don't mind her, Pinkie Pie. She's been acting funny all day. Anyway, this isn't for a party."
"AAAAAAWWWW."
"All of this food is my gift to Rainbow Dash!" Scootaloo explained.
"Wowee wow wow! That's so nice of you, Scoots! And, this really is perfect timing. Dashie seems pretty hungry right now."
"How has she been, since she settled in?"
"Oh, she's just terrible! I couldn't even get her to laugh at the old, 'Rainbow Jig' routine. And I was sure that would stop her from being such a mopey moperson! She's currently in my room."
"So, I was right!"
"Right about what?"
"You said that she is really hungry right now, right?"
"Yeah."
"And, right now she is so depressed that even you can't make her happy! It has to mean that she needs this food to feel better!"
"Hmmm. Y'know, Scoots. That does make sense. Okay! Let's give Rainbow Dash what she needs!"
"Alright! Let's start taking these fritters and pies to Pinkie's room, Applejack!"
Applejack couldn't believe this. She was starting to wonder if this was all an elaborate joke or fetish dream. It was like the universe was allowing her to indulge in her fantasies without anypony questioning her. Whatever was going on, she wasn't about to back out of this opportunity. Even if she did feel bad about taking advantage of her friends' ignorance.
*Ah coulda' said no to Scootaloo. Ah wouldn't be here, about to get sick joy out of stuffin' mah friend's face. Ah guess it is what it is. This pony's had an itch for a long time. And she deserves ta' finally scratch it.*
Without saying a word, Applejack started carrying the basket, full of Apple fritters and as many pies as she could hold into Sugar Cube Corner. Pinkie Pie and Scootaloo carried the rest.
Rainbow Dash - expecting Pinkie Pie to get her some cupcakes or something - was no less than surprised when Pinkie Pie, Applejack, and Scootaloo walked into Pinkie's room with 10 apple pies and a basket of apple fritters.
Rainbow Dash was shocked and almost didn't know how to react to this sudden occurrence. But, strangely enough, she was actually somewhat happy that they brought all that food for her. At least, she assumed it was for her.
* Oh...my gosh. Am I dreaming?....And why do I actually not mind this?...Is all of it even for me. I....kinda hope it is....For some reason, I feel that this was just what I needed....What is with me, today?....Wait a minute...Oh no...I reeaally don't need THAT to happen again.*
"....What are you all doing here with....all that food?...."
Scootaloo put down her haul and scurried over to 'My Guest Friend'. "Rainbow Dash!!!" Scootaloo hopped onto the bed and hugged Rainbow Dash. "I knew that you would be staying here with Pinkie Pie for awhile. And that you might be depressed about not being able to use your wings. So, I thought that you would feel better if I got you some good food! It's all yours."
Pinkie Pie - being her normal, gluttonous self - added, "Well...I was hoping that I could have some too...sigh...but I guess you really need this..."
After hearing that, Rainbow Dash - trying hard not to show it - was touched by Scootaloo's thoughtfulness. This just made her more eager to accept the delicious feast. Even if she wasn't sure she could eat it all. She was now determined to try.
She chuckled warmly. "Thanks, Scoots. Y'know, I actually am pretty hungry. Hey, AJ!! I bet you a mug of free cider that I can eat all this in one go!!"
*What am I doing?! Ugh, I just can't resist this now, can I?*, Rainbow Dash chided internally.
Applejack kind of just squirmed, twitched one of her eyes, and kicked herself with one of her back legs. Any denial that this wasn't really happening was forgotten. And she was ready to have a great night.
"Y-Y-Y-YOU'RE ON, RAINBOW DASH!!!" She said in a crazed, excited fashion.
Rainbow Dash jumped a bit. That was a little bit unnerving. She leaned in, next to Scootaloo's ear. "What's with AJ?...That was kinda weird."
"I really don't know. She's been acting strange, ever since I got her to make all this food for you."
Rainbow Dash pondered for a very brief moment before Applejack trotted over to the bed with the basket of apple fritters. The smell of the morsels was incredibly intoxicating, and gained her full attention. Rainbow Dash has eaten Applejack's fritters before. And, she knew that they had the power to put a pony into a submissive hold of bliss. If not careful, anypony can get hooked. The same could be said about any of the Apple family's recipes. If she wasn't such an athlete, Rainbow Dash would probably be a lot less svelte. Between Applejack and Pinkie Pie making all of these amazing pastries, she has had her fair share of that bliss. She sometimes wishes that she could eat their goods every day. Then, some thoughts struck her.
*Oh my gosh. That smells amazing!...But...this sure is a lot....I know that I'm gonna end up getting carried away, if I'm not careful. I'm not going to be able to exercise as much, since I can't do my usual routines....I don't wanna become a butter ball....BUUUUT....If I did....I would totally get in shape again! Yeah! That's right! That most likely won't be happening. But if it did, I could totally be athletic again! I'm Rainbow Dash for crying out loud! Besides, my friends just walked in here, offering me a bunch of food that I didn't have to get for myself! And, how can I not try to get some free cider from AJ?
I promised myself and Fluttershy that I would never let it happen again, anyway....*
Applejack put the basket next to Rainbow Dash, on the bed. She had to stir up the restraint of a Solar guard to not out right stuff a fritter into Rainbow Dash. Rainbow sat up, leaned her back against the frame of 'My Guest Friend', and picked up a fritter from the basket. She was a bit hesitant at first, but ended up taking a tender bite.
"MMMMmmmm.....Oh, sheleshtia, theesh never tashted thish good before!" The blissful submission hold of pure, confectionery greatness was never this strong. Rainbow Dash swallowed and quickly scarfed down the rest of the first morsel, licking all the crumbs from her hoof and muzzle when she was done. The metaphorical cuffs were off. Rainbow started eating the fritters like a mad mare.
Applejack started jittering and biting her lip. *WHOA NELLY!!!...M-m-m-maybe Ah shoulda' made more! Ah had no Ahdea that Rainbow was such a good eater! S-she kinda puts me and Pinkie to shame....And Celestia knows Ah've fantasized a lot about Pinkie's appetite before....Horse apples, Ah'm sick....*
Scootaloo was surprised at first. But, she got really happy and excited; bouncing up and down on the bed. "WOOHOO!! Go Rainbow Dash!! You'll win that cider for sure!!"
Pinkie Pie was impressed. *WOWEE!!! And I thought I was the piggy of the bunch!! Come to think of it.....I don't think I've ever seen Rainbow eat this much ever! Teeheehee! The echo of my thoughts sounds cool!* She distracted herself with the sounds of her thoughts.
Pinkie Pie was right, though. She and her friends had always thought that Rainbow Dash wasn't exactly the biggest eater. It always seemed like she tried to watch her weight. Which made sense, since she always wanted to be the top athlete. But, there were times when it seemed more like she was having an internal conflict when large amounts of food were involved.
Within a mere minute, Rainbow had demolished the basket of fritters. Her tummy had become a small, but noticeable lump. She looked like she was in ecstasy as she tenderly rubbed it with her fore hooves. She even made soft, almost inaudible moans of pleasure. This was very much unlike the normal Rainbow Dash.
"Oooooh.....uuurrp.....That was amazing...."
"YAY!! I knew that you would like this!!" Scootaloo squealed with glee.
Pinkie Pie was in her own, little world. Applejack almost couldn't stand idly any longer. She was, just barely, able to restrain herself before. But, now she was completely turned on by the scene before her. Rainbow Dash was indulging as a gluttonous mare. She may not realize that she is putting on an erotic show for Applejack, but she seems to be enjoying herself. Does Applejack dare offer to feed her?
"AJ!! Bring me those pies! This feast is going down!!!"
Scootaloo felt a twinge of competitive possessiveness over Rainbow Dash. "Hey! I can help too, Rainbow Dash!"
Applejack proceeded to bring the pies over to the bed. She pulled out her trusty, baker's knife from the basket that had the fritters, and started cutting the first pie into multiple slices. She was going to cut up all of the pies before giving the slices to Rainbow Dash, but Dash had gotten very greedy and impatient.
"AJ! Just give me those slices! You too, Scoots!"
"A-a-alright, alright!"
"YES, MA'AM!!"
Both Applejack and Scootaloo grabbed a slice of pie. As soon as they did, Rainbow Dash pulled Applejack's hooves towards her muzzle and sloppily gobbled up her slice. Rainbow even licked the left over debris off of Applejack's hooves. Applejack was giddy and very happy that Rainbow Dash had suddenly become a ravenous feedee. She didn't question it for a second.
"MMmm. Thanks, Applejack. Your stuff tastes even better than usual!"
She blushed and looked towards the floor. "Hehehehehe. No problem, RD! T-thank you kindly!"
Scootaloo was a little bit annoyed. Rainbow Dash seemed to appreciate Applejack and her cooking more than the fact that this was Scootaloo's idea, in the first place. She was going to show them that she was the unofficial sister that Rainbow Dash deserves. She proceeded to stuff her entire slice into Rainbow Dash's face. The whole thing filled up her cheeks. Rainbow Dash wasn't mad and moaned in approval as she chewed up the big piece. She swallowed it whole. A sizable bulge went down her neck and visibly stretched out her belly slightly more.
"BURP.....AAAAH......" She purred slightly as she rubbed her belly some more.
*Oh yeah...I haven't eaten this much in a long time....It actually...feels good.*
"HA!! See, Applejack!! I'm way better at pleasing Rainbow Dash than you are!!"
Applejack was slightly confused. She didn't notice that Scootaloo was competing with her. However..... *HMMMMM....Ah reckon that Ah can take advantage of this....* Applejack thought deviously. A dastardly grin struck her face.
"Oh yeah?!?!"
Applejack grabbed another pie slice and crammed it into Rainbow's maw. Dash gratefully accepted this and ate it in mere seconds. She opened her mouth again, expecting more. She was surprisingly approving of all this. Appejack stuffed another. Before Rainbow was done with that one, she readied another. This kept going until the first pie was completely gone, with nothing left but the tin. Which Rainbow Dash licked clean.
Rainbow Dash moaned in bliss. ".....S-sweet...HIC...Celestia....HIC....Don't stop there!!"
*No turning back, now.*, Rainbow Dash thought to herself.
"Beat that, missy!!" Applejack shot out.
Scootaloo was a bit flustered. She wasn't going to let Applejack be more respected in the eyes of Rainbow Dash.
"FINE!!!"
Scootaloo hurried over to the rest of the pies and brought them to the bed. She picked up one whole pie and removed the tin.
"Say, 'AAAAH'!!!"
"OHMYGOSH-OHMYGOSH-OHMYGOSH!!" Rainbow opened her jaw as wide as she possibly could. Which was apparently wide enough, because that whole pie went straight into her gaping maw. When she closed her mouth, her cheeks were almost the size of party balloons. But, she didn't care. She just munched and moaned for several seconds.
"GUULP....BRRAAAAAP!! SIGH...I can get used to this..." She said with lidded eyes and a stupid grin on her face. She then blushed as her face quickly shifted into a panicked expression. She tried to keep her cool after that. Nopony seemed to notice, at least.
*Easy there, Rainbow Dash. This is amazing and all, right now. But, you can't let it get to your head! Tomorrow, you can just go on with your normal, healthy lifestyle. This is just a treat from friends that has really cheered me up....They have no idea how awesome this is for me, right now.*
Rainbow Dash just relaxed and let the gluttonous bliss take over. She needed this. She might as well play along.
Rainbow's belly was now close to the size of her own head. Another loud outburst of gas finally stirred Pinkie Pie out of her thoughts.
"O-oh! Hey, everypony! I didn't think we were still-GAAASP!!! What are you two doing to Rainbow Dash!?!?!"
Applejack quickly retracted her one hoof from Dash's mouth, as she had just fed her the third pie, and whipped her head towards Pinkie Pie's direction. Scootaloo, who was rubbing Rainbow's belly with both hooves and an expression of steely determination, stopped and stared at Pinkie.
Rainbow Dash swallowed and just drunkenly said, "Oh.....HIC...Hey-UUURP-Pinks! Ca-HIC-can you feed me too?" She seemed totally out of it.
"W-W-WELL-Y-Y'S-SEE-AH-AH-AH....THISAIN'TWHATITLOOKSLIKE!!!!" Applejack was pouring sweat; her eyes the size of her freckles; they were darting about, wildly, as she clenched her teeth and shook like a windigo's cold breeze had struck her. She looked like she was about to cry.
Scootaloo just stated matter-of-factly, "Me and Applejack are helping Rainbow Dash finish her feast. And, I'm OBVIOUSLY doing a better job than Applejack."
"OOOOOO-That sounds like fun!! Can I help too!?"
Applejack's jaw dropped. But, the more she thought about it, the less surprised she was. This is Pinkie Pie. Of course she would think that this could be considered fun. Then, she realized that she had just dodged a speeding arrow.
*PHEW...Ah thought Ah was caught fer sure....Well...Ah kinda was...*
"Sure thing, sugarcube. Yah can give an extra hoof in feedin' RD the rest o' the pies."
"Okie Doki Lokie!"
Scootaloo didn't say anything. But, she didn't look happy about this. Now Pinkie Pie was going to try stealing Rainbow Dash's attention during her moment to shine? She continued rubbing Rainbow Dash's belly as she contemplated.
Pinkie Pie gave Rainbow Dash the fourth pie. Then, immediately followed up with the fifth. Both her and Applejack continued the same pattern until all of the Apple family confectioneries disappeared into Rainbow Dash. Her stomach was so big, that Scootaloo could barely see past it as she stood at the side of the bed. It was as tight as a drum, and as round as a ball. Rainbow Dash sluggishly shifted until her head was sinking into one of the ivory pillows of 'My Guest Friend'. The mattress sank ever so slightly, comforting Rainbow Dash with its soft embrace.
Her hooves rubbed as much of her belly as they could. "Ooooooooooh...I'm....s-soooooo-BUUUUUUUUUUUUUURRRP......stuffed....." She huffed breathlessly. Her breathing was labored. Although, she had never felt so amazing while not showing off her flying skills before. Before long, Rainbow Dash had slipped into a blissful, food coma.
Applejack looked a bit worried as she stared at the bulbous, gurgling ball that was Rainbow Dash's belly. It very subtly rose and fell with every breath. At least she seemed okay. She looked like she was sleeping peacefully. Then, Pinkie Pie started poking and prodding Dash's tummy. Rainbow didn't stir. And, this just made her belly make more noises.
"Heeheehee! It's hard and a little squishy at the same time! It's squishardy!......Okay. I'll admit. That one is stupid."
Applejack gave Pinkie an awkward smile and chuckled lowly. "Yeah. It is. Isn't it?" Applejack proceeded gently rub her fore hoof on the side of Rainbow Dash's gut. She was blushing furiously.
*Now, this here's wrong. But...Ah don't know if Ah wanna be right. She's mighty cute when she's like this. And, she actually looked like she loved what we did...That is strange, though. Since when did Rainbow Dash LOVE food so much? Well, she was depressed. It's possible that she just got absorbed in the moment because it was makin' her feel better.....Doesn't matter, though. Ah got mah fix. And, Ah made her happy. This night went better than Ah thought it would.* Applejack was satisfied. She continued rubbing Rainbow's stomach and was enjoying every second of it.
Scootaloo shouted, "QUIT IT, YOU TWO!! That's just weird!"
Pinkie Pie and Applejack jumped at the sudden outburst from Scootaloo. Both blushed and tried to not make eye contact. They just got scolded by a filly.
"Besides...it should be me doing that."
"W-what was that, sugarcube?"
Now it was Scootaloo's turn to hide her feelings. "Oh, uuuh.....Nothing, AJ....Just...Let's just call this a night. I've got school tomorrow. And, we should really let Rainbow Dash rest...." She sounded disgruntled and anxious to leave. Scootaloo glared at them for a second and trotted out of Pinkie's room; and, presumably, out of Sugar Cube Corner. Pinkie Pie and Applejack didn't realize until then that the sun had set.
"Huh...I wonder what's got her all bent out of shape? Maybe she wanted some of the pie too? I know I'm a little bit bummed that I didn't get any. But, oh well. Friends before food. Right, AJ?......AJ?" Pinkie Pie darted her head towards every part of her room. But, Applejack was nowhere to be found. She disappeared as quickly as Scootaloo did.
"Wow. Rude much? However, I guess I should be impressed. I thought nopony other than me could clear a room like that."
On that thought, Rainbow Dash snored loudly and hiccuped in her sleep. "....MMMmmmm.....yeah....yeah....more cupcakes, daddy......no...no mom.....I love daddy's cupcakes......I.....I'm fine mom......" It seemed as though she was dreaming.
"Aaaaaww. Dashie is so precious." Pinkie stood on two legs and stretched. "*YAAAAWN* I guess it's time to hit the hay. *giggle* What a silly expression. Ponies don't hit hay. We eat it. We sleep in beds. And, we don't hit them, either. Unless somepony is frustrated and upset and needs to let out that frustration and-and-"
"PINKIE. GO TO SLEEP." Carrot Cake's voice grumbled from another bedroom.
*When did Mr. and Mrs. Cake get home...Did they even notice that Applejack and Scootaloo were here? Or all the noise Rainbow Dash made?....Golly, listening to my thinking voice sure is addicting.* Pinkie Pie just shrugged, put on her night cap, turned off the lights, and jumped into the covers of her bed. But, as soon as she closed her eyes, Dash's snoring and sleep talking made her cringe.
"Ugh. First, you eat all of the treats. Then, you make too much noise for me to sleep in my own room?" Pinkie put her pillow over her head.
Applejack was trotting through the evening as if she were trying to find somepony in a hurry....And, she was.
"SCOOTALOO!! Where'd that filly go? SCOOTALOO!!" Many ponies were packing their wears and heading home from work. They gave Applejack strange looks as she passed them. However, she ended up bumping into one pony in particular, who was returning home from an evening stroll. Applejack almost crashed into Rarity, but she skidded to a halt just in time.
"Why, Applejack. What is the rush? You nearly barged right through me. And, you look rather wound up."
"Sorry, Rarity. Have you seen Scootaloo in the past few minutes?"
"Well...Erm, yes I have. She went back to her home. However, Sweetie Belle is still at that clubhouse with your sister. Probably for a spot of the usual scheming. Could you please tell Sweetie Belle to come back to the boutique? My parents are most likely waiting there for her to go back home with them. Hopefully, they will leave right away."
"Well, darn..." Applejack just looked dismissively at the ground between her and Rarity. This lasted for a couple of seconds before Rarity broke the awkward silence.
"Is something the matter, Applejack?"
"Oh-uh nothin's wrong Rares! Ah'll just-uh...go tell Sweetie Belle that it's time for her to go home. See ya!" Applejack darted towards Sweet Apple Acres in a hurry.
Rarity looked towards her direction in suspicion. *My, Applejack. You really are a terrible liar.* She turned and began walking back to her boutique. *She is clearly hiding something. I can sense when a fellow mare is keeping a secret. And, this is one of those cases. What could Applejack possibly want with Scootaloo, of all ponies?....Should I even care? She seemed rather troubled by something.....BAH! You really shouldn't discern something that may be so trivial, Rarity. I'm sure it's nothing too serious....*
Little did Rarity know that Applejack galloped all the way to her apple orchards with a face almost as red as the fruits themselves.
*Oh, sweet applesauce. That was close. If there is anypony in the whole wide kingdom of Equestria that can never know what Ah'm doing for mah life's sake, it's Rarity. No matter how, Ah will see to it that she never finds out...* With that thought in mind, Applejack had reached the Cutie Mark Crusaders' clubhouse. There was light coming from the inside. And, some energetic music could be heard.
"Apple Bloom!! Sweetie Belle!! It's time to call it a night!!" No response.
"APPLE BLOOM!! SWEETIE BELLE!!" Still no response.
"Land's sake. Ah guess Ah'd better make mah way up there." So, Applejack trotted up the incline to see what those fillies were so preoccupied with. Even after opening the door and walking in, Applejack didn't catch the girls' attention. They were dressed up in what seemed to be little workout clothes - including head bands, fetlock bands, and body tights that matched their respective mane and coat colors. And, they were doing odd stretches to the energetic, Sapphire Shores song playing from Big Macintosh's radio.
Applejack smiled warmly. *Well, ain't that cute....Ah wonder how they convinced Big Mac to let them borrow his radio and mix tapes....*
"Howdy, girls!!" Apple Bloom finally noticed her sister and shut off the radio.
"Howdy, sis! What did you think of our routine? We're practicin' to be Cutie Mark Crusaders Fitness Instructors!"
Sweetie Belle chimed in. "YEAH! We've pretty much gotten the stretching segments down! We just have to come up with other stuff...which we're....working on..."
"Well, ya'll were pretty professional as far as Ah could see. But, Ah'm afraid it's time fer you two to rap this up. It's gettin' late, and ya'll have school tomorrow. And, your family is waitin' for you to go home, Sweetie Belle."
"AAAW...."
"Ah told you, Sweetie Belle. We probably would've made a lot more progress if you didn't give Scootaloo that crazy idea."
"*sigh* Yeah, I'm sorry about that. But, how was I supposed to know that telling her about Rarity eating a lot when she's depressed would make Scootaloo do that?...." Sweetie Belle's eyes became as small as pin pricks when she looked at Applejack. Her eye twitched. Then, she slid on her back knees towards Applejack, and put her forehooves together. "PLEASEOHPLEASEPLEASEPLEAHEASE!!! Don't. Tell. Anyponyyyyyy!!! *whimper*"
"Uuuuh..."
Then, Apple Bloom realized something. "Hey.....Wait a minute....Sis, didn't Sootaloo come to you, askin' fer you ta make her a ton of food to offer to Rainbow Dash?"
Applejack's eyes almost bulged out of her sockets. Her hair drooped and her face grimaced awkwardly. *HOOORSSE AAAPPLESS!!* "W-well-uh.....y-y-yeah......"
"And, Scootaloo didn't come back to the clubhouse after she stormed off to ask you....In fact, Ah haven't seen her since..."
Applejack was frozen in place. She didn't know what to do. She didn't think that Apple Bloom and Sweetie Belle would know about Scootaloo's plan. It seemed as though Apple Bloom would become a problem that Applejack would constantly have to deal with now. Considering the fact that they live together, and that Apple Bloom could definitely tell when Applejack lied through her teeth. Applejack knew that, if there was one bad thing that she wished she were better at, it was lying. Ironic. Huh?
"Ya didn't give Scootaloo all that food......Right, sis?"
Applejack had to think of something. Quickly. "I-I-uuuuuuh....." Then, she realized that she could stretch the truth here. As feeble of an attempt it may be. "Well....Ah did make SOME stuff....She did ask for a ridiculous amount.....B-but, Ah told her that it would be too much! So, Ah only made a fraction of what she asked for! Scootaloo accepted that as it was."
"Hmmm...." Apple Bloom studied her big sister's demeanor. She figured that Applejack was telling the truth. But, at the same time, she knew that Applejack was being apprehensive about the subject. Not to mention that she knew very well that when Scootaloo wanted to support Rainbow Dash in some way, she'd go all out. Scootaloo has been gone since she claimed that she would get Applejack's help. Which meant that Applejack did take her up on her request.
"So, after you made her the food, she took it to Rainbow Dash?"
"Uuh...Y-yeah...."
"And, you haven't seen her since?"
"Eeyup."
"Huh. Ah guess that was nice of both of you. You and Rainbow Dash really are great friends."
*PHEW* "Heh heh heh. Yeah. So, anyways, Ah will take Sweetie Belle back home. You go to bed, li'l missy."
"Yeah, yeah." Apple Bloom picked up the radio with her mouth and trotted out the clubhouse. "Goohnaght, Shweedie Belle!"
"Goodnight....Apple Bloom..." Sweetie Belle seemed a little uneasy. She looked guilty as her eyes were downcast.
"Welp, it's time to git along now, Sweetie Belle." Applejack began to walk out into the orchard. Sweetie Belle hesitated as she was distracted by her thoughts. But, she proceeded to walk alongside Applejack.
The night air was cool and slightly breezy. But, it wasn't so much so that it brought discomfort. The moon and stars shown bright. Their luminescence traveling far enough to light anypony's way within the ambient darkness. This created a serene atmosphere. Its splendor inviting even the sleepiest of ponies to bask in its beauty before allowing the shroud of sleep to take hold. Celestia might have been able to create a suitable nighttime for the past millennium, but Luna's was off the hook. It initially was her job, after all. Celestia knew as much as her sister did that Luna still made a mean evening.
It all wasn't good enough to quell Applejack's thoughts though. As she and Sweetie Belle made their way through the mostly slumbering Ponyville (Some ponies were more accustomed to the late hours. Doing all kinds of...things......And I mean that very broadly.), Applejack couldn't help but think about Scootaloo.
She pursued Scootaloo to ask about what was upsetting her. It seemed as if Applejack had done something wrong that offended Scootaloo. Not to mention that Applejack wanted to speak to her about her weird but effective plan that she had come up with. As much as Applejack wanted to stop while she still had some integrity left, she secretly hoped that Scootaloo's sudden displeasure didn't mean that she would stop asking her to make treats for Rainbow Dash. At this point, Applejack was losing her restraint the more she thought about this.
However, Sweetie Belle interrupted her mind. "Um....Applejack..."
"Huh?" Sweetie Belle was giving Applejack a look that could melt the heart of the most cynical pony.
"Aaaw...What's botherin' ya, Sugar Cube?"
"I'm sorry about Scootaloo bugging you to make the food....Scootaloo can be a little crazy sometimes....But, it's my fault that she got that weird idea in the first place. And, now I especially feel bad because I blabbed about my sister's personal secret...THREE TIMES!!"
Applejack grinned and wanted to laugh, but just giggled slightly to refrain from upsetting Sweetie Belle.
"Oh, Sweetie Belle....You shouldn't feel ashamed for helping Scootaloo. Ah'm sure she wanted to show her appreciation for Rainbow Dash, and cheer her up out of the goodness of her heart. Ah certainlyyy-uh....didn't mind being a part of her gift to RD. *That didn't come out the way Ah wanted.* And, just so you know, Sweetie Belle - lots of mares do what Rarity does to cope with their feelings. Sometimes it gets a little out of control if they feel really bad and have no other way of making themselves feel better. But, it's perfectly normal. Rarity, herself, shouldn't be ashamed. But, if she really cares about keeping it a secret, then Ah'd advise not blabbin' it anymore. You know how she is. Otherwise, no real harm was done."
Sweetie Belle smiled. "I guess you're right. Thanks, Applejack...." Then, Sweetie Belle frowned again. "But...if Rainbow Dash appreciated Scootaloo's gift, then I know that Scootaloo would do it all the time for Rainbow Dash until her wings got better. She would bother you a lot....And...what if Rainbow Dash is one of those mares? She looked pretty sad the last time I saw her.....What if her comfort eating gets out of control?"
"Uuuuuh....*Golly, this little filly is coincidentally very perceptive...Ah never even thought of that....Ah really hope that doesn't happen....hmm.....* Ah-Ah'm sure Rainbow Dash would never do that to herself. She's too conscious and proud of her athletic body. And, she was never big on food anyway. That is such a silly thing to worry about...."
On that note, Applejack and Sweetie Belle had reached the Carousel Boutique. The first floor of the building was lit. And, the two ponies outside could hear rambling coming from the inside. Sweetie Belle opened the front door and trotted in with Applejack following right behind her. The bell chimed. But, it didn't catch anypony's attention.
"And so I says - 'Cranky, that lure couldn't catch you a new toupee if you cast it at a Wigs n' Wears!!'"
"Doh-hohohoooh, dear, you tell the funniest stories!"
Rarity was trying her hardest not to cringe with a pained smile hiding her discontent. "Y-yes, father.....That was quite......the raucous...."
Then, Rarity noticed Sweetie Belle and Applejack. Her face beamed as she rushed over to Sweetie Belle and gripped her with a breath stopping hug. "OH, SWEETIE BELLE!! Thank goodness you're here!! Your trot here was safe? Indeed, it was. I guess it's time for you and mother and father to go back home!" Rarity rushed behind her parents and forcefully pushed them both towards the front door. "I appreciate the visit! And Sweetie Belle was well behaved! But, it's late and we don't want to deny little Sweetie her rest!"
Rarity's mom was going to say something, but Rarity interrupted. "I love you! Ta-ta! Have a safe trot home! Goodnight!"
Her mom gave her a knowing smile. "Thank you, dear. We'll be on our way. Let's go, honey. Come along, Sweetie Belle."
They walked out the door as Sweetie Belle added, "Um.....bye....Rarity....Bye, Applejack!"
Rarity waved them goodbye. And, when they were far enough away, Rarity closed the door and sighed with relief.
Applejack smirked. "You couldn't wait for them to leave. Could ya?"
Rarity sighed once more. "Oh, Applejack. I do love my parents. I really do. However, I can only listen to their ramblings and embarrassing small talk for so long. And, they will go on and on and on if you don't interrupt them."
"Hehehehe, Granny Smith can be just as bad in that regard."
Rarity perked up and gasped. "OH, APPLEJACK!! Thank you for reminding me!" She galloped to the back of the boutique and past a violet curtain.
"Uh...Reminding you of what, Rares?"
Suddenly, a plain, white, wicker chair floated from behind the curtain. Despite its relatively plain look, it seemed to be expertly woven with floral and apple designs sprinkled about in delicate patterns. It looked pretty sturdy as well. Rarity came out looking proud and waiting for a response.
"That is a mighty fine wicker chair ya got there Rarity. But, what you show me it for?"
"This is my gift to Granny Smith for her birthday next month! It's not quite finished yet, but I just wanted to give you a preview. I wanted to do something rustic, yet stylish that I believe she would enjoy."
"You can make furniture too?"
"Why, yes, Applejack. I am a fashionista of all trades, darling. My skills range much more spaciously than mere dress making. So, what do you think?"
"Ah'm sure Granny Smith will love this. And, she loves everythin' that Ponyville gives her. The whole town does somethin' special for her every year. Ya'll are too kind."
"Well, she is one of the ponies who helped create Ponyville, darling. It would almost be a crime for us not to show some appreciation for such an important mare."
"You are all too right, Rarity. Well now, Ah must be goin'. Ah need to head home and get some sleep. Need to be up an' early fer the usual chores."
Rarity sent the wicker chair back behind the curtain. "Oh, yes! Sorry to burden you with Sweetie Belle and keeping you from going home! I had to tend to my parents' inevitable visit. And, I didn't want them touching anything!"
"Not a problem, Sugar Cube. Ah had a nice talk with Sweetie Belle on the way here. She's mighty adorable!" Then, Applejack scrunched her face and turned quickly. "ALL RIGHT! GOTTA GO! BYE!" Applejack zoomed in a blur out of the boutique.
Rarity was flabbergasted and wasn't sure how to react to the sudden anxiety. But, she got that sense of overbearing suspicion again.
*Why would Applejack become so afraid after telling me about talking to Sweetie Belle?....She has been acting rather strange today. She was doing something with Scootaloo earlier that she didn't want to talk about. And now Sweetie Belle?! What are you hiding, Applejack?* Rarity huffed and turned to get ready for bed. She'd spend the rest of her night contemplating.
"Thanks, daddy! That was an *urp* awesome breakfast! See ya later!"
And so, with her rainbow colored saddle bag in tow, Rainbow Dash trotted out the front door of her parents' cloud house. It was small and not as elaborate as her own. But, it had a nice, modest front yard with rainbow tulips sprouting from the cumulus clouds themselves.
Rainbow Dash loved getting a running start in between the lines of flowers before taking flight. However, this time it took a little more effort for some reason. She flapped her wings rapidly to get herself into the air and struggled slightly to keep herself going. Her wings flapped almost as fast as a small, weak bird's. But, she still headed to the Cloudsdale Flight Academy - where she would take her first steps in fulfilling her dream of becoming a Wonderbolt.
Yes, she was already old enough to begin her advanced flight training. She even could get a dorm at the Academy itself, but she'd rather stay with her parents when she wasn't doing anything that involved it. Why, do you ask? Well...she liked her dad's cooking......A LOT.
Fluttershy was waiting for Rainbow Dash in front of the Academy's main, cloud building. Rainbow Dash was her only real friend in Cloudsdale. Ever since THAT(first Sonic Rainboom) fateful day - back when they were both fillies - Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy were almost inseperable. However, when Fluttershy caught a glimpse at Rainbow Dash's incoming form, she looked a little worried.
Rainbow Dash landed in a sweaty heap. A large, sweaty heap. The clouds that she was laying on sank slightly. "Huff....huff....*pant* PHEW! That was a good warm up flight! Eh, Fluttershy?"
She tried to hide her face behind her long, pink mane. "U-um....yeah, Rainbow Dash...." She looked toward the direction Rainbow Dash flew in from. Fluttershy could still see the cloud house Rainbow Dash lived in. It really wasn't that far away; for a pegasus, anyway.
Rainbow Dash's father had probably moved it closer to the Academy on purpose. He knew that Rainbow Dash would be very eager to begin her flight training and would want to get to it as quickly as possible. However, Fluttershy assumed that that wasn't the only reason. "You flew a whole....half a mile...that's really good...." Fluttershy tried to put in as much mock enthusiasm as she could bare to give.
"Well, what else would you expect from the one and only Rainbow Dash? Next great Wonderbolt in training?"
*At least she's still confident...* Fluttershy felt terrible. And, she wouldn't dare show it. She has been trying as hard as she possibly could to be careful when talking to Rainbow Dash. And, that meant lying....a lot. At least, that's what she thought worked best at the time. She didn't want to hurt Dash's feelings.
However, today was the first day of the first semester of their first year at the Cloudsdale Flight Academy. And, Fluttershy knew what it was like to be teased and picked on by other ponies. Before, Rainbow Dash defended Fluttershy from bullies. But now...
"OH! IS THAT A SNACK MACHINE?!" Rainbow Dash galloped very quickly to the rectangular box of snacky goodness. It was positioned against the wall right past one of the entrance doors, which was open. "I know how to cheat you! You can't keep your Hays Chips away from me!" Her wing stretched into the horizontal compartment and ruffled in an odd manner until a sudden click was heard. "Jackpot!" When her wing came out, snacks tumbled out as Rainbow Dash tried to grab as many as she possibly could and stuffed them into her saddle bag. She proceeded to rip the remaining snack bag that she was holding in her mouth open and dumped all of its contents into her gaping maw. She threw the bag into a waste bin and was about to open another that would suffer the same fate, until Fluttershy noticed that ponies were beginning to stare.
Fluttershy rushed to Rainbow Dash's side. "WAIT!"
"Huh? What's up, Fluttershy?" Rainbow Dash was completely oblivious to the snickering in the background.
Fluttershy strained to come up with a way stop Rainbow Dash from embarrassing herself. "R-Rainbow, u-u-umm.....W-why don't.....why don't you save the rest of your snacks for...for the rest of the day! They could give you a good energy boost when you n-need it! It could help you with your training!"
*I should really just take all those snacks away....B-but....I-I-I ca-an't.....That wouldn't be nice...And I certainly don't have the courage....*
"That's a great idea, Fluttershy!..." Rainbow Dash seemed hesitant. "But...this is a Chunky Chuck Bar....These things are like....the best...I don't know if I could wait that long....Maybe I'll stop after I eat this one...."
"WELL, WELL, WELL!! IF IT ISN'T RAINBOW CRASH AND CLUTTERSHY!!"
Rainbow Dash turned and glared at the three, lumpy pegasus colts that were all too familiar. "UGH. You feather brains are here too? Aren't you guys getting too old to be pickin' on fillies? Or, are you guys compensating for something?" She smirked as she ripped open the candy bar and shoved the whole thing into her mouth.
The three delinquents just stared at Rainbow Dash as if they had just seen the most astonishing thing. Then, they laughed hysterically. Other ponies were starting to watch the scene.
Rainbow Dash was getting angry. "HEY!!! WHAT'S SO FUNNY!?!?" Chocolate chunks flew out of her mouth as she yelled. Her muzzle and cheeks had chocolate stains.
Fluttershy cowered in a corner. "Oh my.....I'm...*sniff*....so sorry....Rainbow......"
The three idiots were calming down a bit. "Heheh....*gasp*...RAINBOW CRASH?! HAVE YOU LOOKED AT YOURSELF IN A MIRROR LATELY?!"
"YEAH!! AND, IF YOU DID, WHAT MAKES YOU THINK YOU COULD EVEN BE A WONDERBOLT!? AHAHAHAHA!!!"
Rainbow Dash flinched. Her ears drooped and she started feel a sudden anxiety. "W-what....What is that s-supposed to m-mean?" She grabbed another bag of chips, ripped it open, and started shoving hooffuls of chips into her face.
"W-wait!!! HAHAHA!! YOU'RE KIDDING, RIGHT?! JUST LOOK AT YOU!!!" He went up to Rainbow Dash and forcefully poked her barrel. His hoof sunk in a few inches. And, when he withdrew it, her whole body jiggled and wobbled. This made the now large crowd of students laugh wildly.
A giant, round mirror had suddenly risen out of the cloudy floor, facing Rainbow Dash. Then, she gasped and dropped the bag of chips. Tears were beginning to form in the corners of her eyes as she gazed regrettably at the undeniable truth. SHE WAS FAT. VERY FAT.
Her face bore two round lumps on the sides of her muzzle. They were big enough to hinder eyesight slightly and were covered in chocolate and crumbs. She was almost as wide and round as the mirror itself. Her cutie mark was stretched out to be three times the size of a normal pony's. Her barrel stuck out so far that she could rest her two chins on it and still look forward. Her belly was so large and heavy that it grazed the floor and almost made her legs useless.
Instead of being inside of the Academy, Rainbow Dash was now sitting in front of the mirror on what little bit of cloud was left, which was now floating in a red void. The crowd of ponies had become large, exaggerated shadows with jagged, malicious faces. The only distinguishable shapes were of the Wonderbolts themselves. They laughed as well. They laughed. And they laughed. And they laughed. Rainbow Dash started pulling out more snacks and shoving them whole down her throat as tears ran down her chunky face. And, she continued to stare into the mirror with hopeless despair in her eyes.
In reality, Rainbow Dash was squirming in the bed as tears dripped down the sides of her face while she slept.
"Stop......stop laughing........please....."
HMHMHMHM..........THEES EES JUICY.....I THINK I'VE FOUND A WAY TO SET MYSELF FRREE.....IF I CAN ABUSE THESE PONIES' WEAKNESSES........I MAY RISE AGAIN, BABY..........HMHMHMHMHMHM.......
