Twilight was more than happy to learn that Applejack wanted to visit and read a book along with her. Unbeknownst to Twilight, Applejack had something else in mind for their reading time. When the two of them meet amidst a blizzard and the secret is revealed, how will the two of them react to the outcome?

Written for the Crack Ship Inc. Prompt.

Hope you enjoy.

Rarity received a shock when she was invited to the spa by her friend Applejack. Knowing the farm pony's general distaste for anything girly, she begins to wonder why she would want to go to a place she hated. Rarity will soon discovers that this spa visit has a second purpose for Applejack and what is said will change the way they look at each other for the rest of their lives.

Originally written for a small contest in the Skype group I belong to, it evolved into a short story about friends and the secrets we keep from those around us. I want to thank heavily Amethyst Hope for editing as well as giving me the challenge of creating something I never thought I would write. I'd also like to thank Kitsune Risu and Cynewulf for helping me become a better writer and judging, in fairness, a well fought contest.

The prompt for the contest was 1500-2000 words, Rarity and Applejack go to the spa where a secret is revealed.

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