2.00 PM
Well, there is some salvage from the horrible burning wreck.
Spike told me that the five Ponies responsible for this were overcome with guilt and decided to do what they should have done in the first place, which is allow a fashion designer to design their fashion.
Earlier on today I explained to Hoity-Toity that the show he saw was not the 'correct' one that he was supposed to see. Rather than make up a silly excuse that we both would have known was a lie, I just told him that it was Spike's fault.
That is, of course, another use for an assistant.
I quickly had Hotiy-Toity return for an impromptu look, much to his personal chagrin. He really didn't want to, but I made an agreement with him and told him that I would give him free coffee for a month at Pony Joe's Stable O' Donuts.
So, while everypony else in Ponyville has lost faith in Rarity's abilities entirely, at least Hoity-Toity will be able to see some of Rarity's true talent, and that is the best you could ask for from something like this.
I do feel partially responsible. I might have to do what I can to repair Rarity's reputation when the opportunity is ripe.
Hm... am I growing soft?