This story is a sequel to The Sunlight Project

After the disaster that was her Sunlight Project, Twilight Sparkle somehow manages to ask Sunset Shimmer out on a date. She isn't ready.

That isn't enough to stop her from trying. However, she needs all the help she can get to navigate the relationships in her life.

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☀Preread by Misago

Finally, it was here. Power Ponies issue number four-hundred and nineteen, the grand finale of the 'Spectacular Siege of the Silver Stallion' arc. Spike had completed all the chores on his list, finished his afternoon nap, and ploughed through his dinner. He'd even eaten all his green vegetables. At last he could settle down, with a small bowl of gems to snack on, and experience the most anticipated comic issue in living memory.

Sadly for him, Twilight was acting strange. At least, stranger than usual.

For context, set prior to the events of the Season 4 Finale 'Twilight's Kingdom'.

Cover art courtesy of K_LAsh147 on Twitter.

Wallflower Blush is feeling bad about herself. Sunset Shimmer passes by and decided to talk to her about it.

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Fluttershy goes along with her morning as if it were any other. She enjoys the scenery of her lovely surroundings, without any worries at all. What could happen today?

The 'A Day in the Life of' series is a short, but sweet view of the day-to-day lives of those specified. Each character is portrayed in a variety of scenarios, differing in the levels of troubles they may face, if any. One day may be completely relaxing and free of worries, while another could be unexpectedly chaotic. Each day is a new experience!

Each character may or may not be a perfect representation of themselves, and the stories, while attempting to do so, are not necessarily tied into canon. No restrictions? It's more fun that way!

While on an extended trip to Canterlot with Twilight, you became acquainted with a mare named Moondancer. She makes you feel all kinds of things that you've never felt before, and Twilight caught on to this pretty quickly. After some teasing, you decided to shoot your shot. Moondancer... didn't take it too well. It seems that, somehow, she simultaneously has confidence issues and a huge ego.

Or maybe she's just nervous.

Trauma touches everyone differently. For some the scars run deeper than skin, and Rainbow Dash hasn't eaten in days.

Originally written for the Iron Author competition at Everfree Northwest 2023. Polished and expanded for FimFiction.

There's no way that the eternal student, Twilight Sparkle, would ever just walk up to the object of her affections and confess her love without preparation, right? So when she shows up at Rarity's doorstep, frazzled and out of sorts, to ask about love of all things, Rarity knows what she needs is to be taught. Of course, Rarity's no Princess, but she knows a thing or two about romance, so what else can the Element of Generosity do but offer lessons?

A couple pretend dates and some pretend kissing will give Twilight the knowledge and confidence she needs to ask her prospective special somepony out... But who is this mystery mare, anyway?

Two fake vegetarians and a vegan sell weed, contemplate love.

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The Spring Fling Contest entry. I don't interact with any other contests.

Applejack dares Rainbow Dash to dig a hole.

Rainbow Dash digs herself into a hole.

Based on a true story.

Spanish translation

So uh, hiya! My name is Misty Brightdawn and I'm a unicorn! I uh, kinda tried to help an evil alicorn named Opaline take over Equestria earlier, but I'm better than that now! I promise, that this is a new start for me and I'm going to be a good pony from here on out!

Oh uh, lately, I realized something new about myself... Um, apparently I'm gay! Yeah, I like other mares! Uh, I guess that's why I never really felt attracted to stallions? But well, there is another unicorn that I kinda sorta have a crush on...

So, yeah, I live in the Crystal Brighthouse with my five best friends, and there's this one that's also a unicorn that I like... I mean, she's great! She's fun to be around, loves making jokes, and I just can't get enough of her smile! She's just so perfect! At the same time, I don't think she knows I feel this way about her? Um, well, I guess it's time to change that?