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// Thanksgiving Day Part 2 
// Story: Cutting the Turkey 
// by Musical_theatre_demon 
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"Now what?" Spike said, "We can't have a Thanksgiving meal without the iconic turkey!"

"I don't know, Spike," Twilight replied, "I feel really bad for Fluttershy. I feel like I might've pushed her too much." 

"Don't worry about it," Spike said, "Didn't Rainbow Dash say that she's done something like this before? We should just let her get over it herself." 

"And watch her battle with that version of herself? No thank you!" said Twilight, "I'd rather die than ignore a friend in need."

"I'm telling you, Twi. I've known Fluttershy way longer than you have. I frickin' grew up with her," Rainbow Dash said, "And you're telling me I don't know what's best for Fluttershy? Oh, bitch please! I even married her if you don't remember!" 

"Of course I remember," Twilight said, "I was there. Being a lesbian myself, I couldn't not be proud of you. Oh, and I am also your friend, so that aspect too."

"You're forgetting that unsuccessful relationship with Soarin.  He's a total dumbass!" Rainbow Dash said, "That frickin' dickhead isn't even smart in the slightest. So, get it straight that I'm bisexual." She smiled. "I said 'straight', didn't I? That's funny because it isn't true." 

"Yeah," Twilight said, "Now let's dig in." 

"I really don't wanna upset Fluttershy, so I say we ditch the turkey this year," Rainbow Dash suggested. 

"Yeah, you're right," Pinkie said, putting the turkey on the counter. 

Fluttershy watched as Pinkie Pie set the roast turkey on the counter. Furiously, she swept in and threw it all in the trash. "Now, my animal friends, you are safe and sound from these murderers," she said, stroking their fur. 

Twilight Sparkle faced Fluttershy. "Why are you doing this? Ruining our Thanksgiving like this just 'cause you believe that animals should not be consumed?" she pressed. 

"Because it's right!" Fluttershy said, "And I won't stop until every ounce of meat has vanished from my sight!" 

"Think about what you're doing!" Twilight cried. 

"Me? Think what I'm doing?" Fluttershy scoffed. "Like I ever will. How about you think about what you're doing? By eating meat, several animals are killed and it is similar to eating roadkill right off the street! Millions of animals are dying for the consumption of the ill-minded ponies and creatures that consume it! Now will you join me in the rebellion against animal abuse?"

"No!" Twilight cried, "I really don't wanna fight you!" 

"No? Well, that's quite alright. I really thought that you would be a good sport about it considering you're the Princess of Friendship and all that shit, but I guess Princess Celestia was wrong about you. Part of friendship is pledging your friendship to each and every animal in Equestria, but of course, somepony like you wouldn't give a damn no matter how much I keep discussing the issue. "

"Fluttershy, please! It's Thanksgiving! Come to your senses!" cried Twilight. 

Rainbow Dash jumped in front of Twilight Sparkle. "I won't let you hurt her!" 

Fluttershy reached out her hoof to grab Rainbow Dash's as she recalled the memory of Rainbow Dash standing up to Hoops, Score, and Dumbbell back then. Soon Fluttershy's mane turned back to normal and her red eyes returned to their normal light teal. 

"I'm very sorry for what happened," Fluttershy said, "Can you ever forgive me?" 

Her friends smiled. "Sure, we can!" they exclaimed. 

So Fluttershy enjoyed the meal with her friends, having a fun Thanksgiving celebration for the rest of the night.