School was as typically boring as ever, although news of the two friends' date that evening had reached the ears of the rest of their group, each offering encouragement to one of the girls.
“Shoot Sunset, I didn’t think you’d be gunnin’ for her this quick, but I reckon you’ll both have a great time together.” Spoke Applejack
“Yeah! Make sure you tell us all about it on Monday Sunset, I’m not a fan of gossip, but this sounds totally cool.” Rainbow Dash stated.
“Thanks guys, I’ll do my best.” Sunset said with a smile.
Pinkie Pie put an arm around Twilight. “You and Sunny Shims over there are gonna have a blast I just know it! Remember, the most important thing is having fun!”
Twilight smiled. “Thanks Pinkie, that was almost sensible.”
After school Twilight returned home to drop off her bag and make her way to Rarity’s house, she almost made it out the door without running into the one person she didn’t want to see, but then Shining Armor cornered her.
“So Twily, a date huh? You know, as a big brother it’s my duty to intimidate any potential partner of yours into treating you well. She better not get on my bad side.”
Twilight rolled her eyes and scowled. “Step one foot near Sunset and I’ll tell Cadance to revoke your cuddle privileges, permanently”
Shining Armor backed off. “H-hey now, no need for that. I was kidding Twily, I hope you have a great time.”
“That’s better, thanks big brother.”
She arrived at Rarity’s on time and as soon as she knocked the door she was rushed inside.
“Come in darling, we don't have a moment to lose.”
Rarity gave her a light blush, a small amount of lipstick and some eyeliner before getting her to change into the dress and model for her.
“It's nice. But It’s missing something. Ahh! I’ve got it!”
Rarity placed a gold necklace around Twilight’s slender neck.
“Now unfortunately, I will need that back. It’s one of a kind you see. A friend of Sweetie Belle, Miss Silver Spoon. Got her father to craft it for me, hand cut gemstones in a golden necklace, it wasn’t cheap.”
The necklace in question featured a set of 3 blue diamonds engraved with detail and stacked vertically. If one knew of Rarity’s Equestrian counterpart, they would recognise it as her cutie mark.
“Wow, thank you Rarity, I look prettier than I ever thought imaginable. I didn’t know I could be this beautiful.”
“Anyone can darling, it’s all about presentation. Now, like I told you yesterday, Sunset will probably be acting as the gentleman, so don’t be afraid to let her take the lead, maybe flirt a little if you see this going any further. Most of all just have fun and see how she makes you feel.”
At Sunset’s apartment a knock on the door signaled the arrival of Fluttershy with a bouquet of purple flowers.
“Roseluck told me her mom was having a sale today, and I thought you might want something to gift to Twilight. So I brought you these.”
“Wow, thanks Fluttershy. You really didn’t have to do that.”
“I want you to have a great time with Twilight tonight, and if there’s anything I can do to make things better, then I’ll try my best. Now, how about a little makeup?”
Sunset simply had a light blush to accent her natural beauty while modeling her purple dress, she also had a matching hair clip in.
“Wow, I hope Twilight likes it, I don’t normally doll up this much.”
“I’m sure she’ll appreciate the effort you went to Sunset, now go get her! Tell me on Monday how it went!”
Fluttershy left the apartment and began her walk home, as Sunset began her walk to a nearby restaurant.
A suited man stood inside the door. “Ey yo, welcome to Mark's Bistro, need a table or are you already booked in?"
“Reservation for Sunset Shimmer?”
“Yep, right here no problem. Table for two huh? Guess you're waiting for somebody?"
“She’ll be here any minute now.”
“I think she’s talking about me.” Spoke a soft voice behind Sunset. She turned and her jaw dropped at the sight of Twilight before her.
Twilight giggled. “You look great too Sunny, now pick your jaw up so we can be seated.”
"Heh, alright tables over here, here's your menus, Big Johnny's been making some killer burgers lately and his Italian is always a hit if you ask me, take a minute to read over and somebody will take your order no sweat ladies."
“Am I really that pretty Sunny?”
“You really are Twi, Rarity outdid herself with the outfit and makeup. The dress reminds me of something.” Sunset smirked.
“I could say the same about you. Nice hair clip too. Did you do that all on your own?”
“Nah, I was nervous too, Fluttershy helped me out. I got these for you too Twi.”
She handed Twilight the bouquet as Twilight smiled wider.
“Thank you Sunny, they smell great. How did you know purple was my favourite color?”
“Lucky guess?” She smirked.
A waiter came to take their orders, Twilight had a burger while Sunset ordered some vegetable pasta bake.
“Not a fan of meat Sunny?”
“I’m a pony from another world, remember? I’m used to being a herbivore, although I don’t mind meat, I’m not a huge fan of it.”
“They say a vegetarian diet can be good for you. I don’t judge. I kinda forgot about that whole pony thing to be honest. I don’t care about your past, only who you are today in front of me.”
“And I don’t care where you came from either, things with Crystal Prep are a little better now, but there’s still friendly school rivalry. I only care about the girl in front of me too.”
They enjoyed their meal and each ordered a slice of cake for dessert, Sunset ending up with a small amount of cream on her cheek. She reached for a napkin to clean it but Twilight interrupted her.
“Let me get that for you Sunny.” Twilight ran her finger over Sunset’s cheek, and seductively licked the cream from her finger. Before bursting into giggles.
Sunset meanwhile was blushing beet red, stunned at what just happened.
“Aww come on Sunny, I was just teasing you.” Twilight sighed. “I’ve had a really great time tonight, It’s a shame it has to end so soon.”
Sunset held her hand. “Who said it does? Call your mom, see if you can stay over. I’d love to spend more time with you. Tomorrow’s Saturday anyway so I don’t think she’ll mind.”
“Well, ok Sunny. But I’m not as easy to get in bed as you might think.”
Sunset blushed again before smirking. “Knock it off Twi, you know I didn’t mean it like that.”
Twilight giggled. “I know, Rarity told me I should try a bit of flirting. Is it working?”
Sunset kissed her cheek. “Definitely.”
Twilight called her mom who told her it was ok to stay the night with Sunset. The two walked hand in hand from the restaurant heading for the park, they sat on a bench and gazed at the sun beginning to set.
“Hey look, I’m watching the sunset, with Sunset.” Twilight chuckled.
Sunset rolled her eyes. “That was terrible Twi, but I gotta admit I love the landscape of colors that the setting sun shows off. All the reds and yellows, oranges and browns. It all comes together to make the end of the day magical, of course it’s even more magical when you have someone to share it with. She said placing an arm around Twilight and pulling her close.
Twilight snuggled her head into Sunset’s side before sighing contentedly. “I could do this all night Sunny, but maybe we should go home before it gets cold.”
“One more thing before we go, Twilight. Let the setting sun remind you of this moment.”
Sunset leaned in slowly and kissed Twilight. Twilight melted into the kiss which lasted a few tender moments before being broken. Both of them stared into each other’s eyes for a moment longer, hand in hand before leaving the park behind.
The two of them headed for Sunset’s apartment and once inside they both stripped off their dresses and got a good look at each other barely clothed.
“Wow Sunset, you’re even hotter without the dress.” Twilight said with her mouth half open.
Sunset smirked. “Yeah, I know. You’re not half bad yourself Twi, a little thin maybe, but some gals like that. I know I do.”
They changed into pyjamas and sat on the couch cuddling into each other again, after another half hour Twilight yawned loudly.
“Sorry Sunny, I guess I’m a little tired, today took a lot out of me. I was a bundle of nerves before our date, but I started to relax when I saw how well things were going.”
“I felt the same Twi, I’ve only got one bed so unless you want to sleep on the couch, we’re sharing it. It’s a big bed, definitely big enough for two. I just never had anyone else in it.”
“What about Flash?”
“That was when I was more focused on ruling the school than loving someone,and even then I wouldn’t have slept with that dork if he paid me. He’s a goofball, and I’m sure somebody will take him. Wallflower was giving him an eye last I saw, maybe she’ll say something to him. But nah I never really felt anything special between us. I didn’t feel anything special with anyone until I met you. You lit a fire under me that I hope never goes cold. I love you, and I really hope this works out because it seems too perfect to be true. The sun won’t set without a twilight sky to greet its passing. That’s what I think.”
“Wow Sunset, I had no idea you felt that strongly about me, that’s a beautiful line too. I care deeply for you more than I have for anyone or anything else. All I want is to lie on your lap while you caress my face and look down at me, smiling and content. Rarity told me I might be a bit submissive but I can’t help it around you. You make me feel safe, like I can let my guard down and be happy without having to show a high level of intelligence. I love you too Sunset. Let’s go to bed.”
They climbed into bed together, Twilight instinctively cuddled her head into Sunset’s chest and made herself comfortable. Sunset put an arm around her and pulled her in tight. They were both happy, happier than they had ever been.
“Goodnight Sunny.”
“Night Twi honey.” Sunset said, giving her new girlfriend a final kiss on the forehead.
They knew this was the beginning of something magical.