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// Parker And His Secret Crush (Sequel (Short)/Additional Chapter) 
// Story: Soldiers Remnants of Us 
// by Ribe_FireRain 
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''Come on, Parker, why don't you just tell her how you feel?''

It was the middle of the afternoon, and at Sugarcube Corner, Ann and Parker were at an empty table, discussing a few things. What the two of them found weird was the fact that for a usually busy bakery, only them and a couple other ponies were filling the shop, with the acception of Pinkie Pie who was serving customers at the counter. 

''I dunno, Ann.'' Parker slowly said back, sipping some of his black coffee he bought earlier. ''I like her, I really do, but what if she doesn't feel the same way about me?''

''Aw, come on. Cheer up! You and Applejack have so many things in common. For example, when your mind is set on something, you don't give in easily. On top of that, you've known her for at least a few years, so you obviously know a few things about her, personality wise.'' Ann said reassuringly. 

''I guess that's true, but seriously, what if she doesn't like me as much as Rainbow likes you? For some reason, I get the feeling things will end up being bad. I mean, won't her saying ''no'' spoil our relationship?''

''Parker...just stop worrying about it. Just tell her. You never know how things'll be if you leave and ignore them.''

''He's right you know.'' A familiar feminine voice said from above them.

Looking above them, they saw none other than Pinkie upside-down from absolutely nothing and then fall down, landing on all hooves and joining Parker next to his seat.

''How much did you hear?!'' He exclaimed, shocked at her sudden appearance. ''Second, how did you-'' 

''Oh, silly-filly, the shop is closed! I just served the last customer, my shift is over!'' She nudged Parker in the arm playfully. ''Oh, and to answer your question, I heard pretty much everything. I'm kind of surprised you didn't even notice me, hanging upside-down for a while sure makes you feel a little dizzy.''

Ann and Parked exchanged confused glaces, looking at Pinkie. She looked back, but at Parker, she just laughed at his expression.

''Haha! Parker, you should see your face!'' She poked him in the arm, with a face that looked almost like a light-bulb.

''Pinkie...did...did you actually hear our conversation? You know...me and Applejack?'' Parker inquired, the feeling of dread filling his heart of wondering if she had actually heard him.

Pinkie didn't even answer, but as a response just smiled and nodded. But then, she noticed the worried look on his face, and her happy expression soon turned into a small frown.

''What? Is it bad that I heard it? Was it secret?!''

''Pinkie, just don't tell everyone, okay? Please? I don't want her to know yet. Just promise me you'll keep quiet about this.''

''Cross my heart, hope to fly, stick a cupcake in my eye!'' Pinkie chimed, miming all her words, but sticking a real cupcake in her eye, splatting purple-blue frosting over her face before licking it off.

''Mmmm! Blue Raspberry!''