//------------------------------// // Chapter 2: It's Love Seazon // Story: Love For All // by Derpyforever //------------------------------// Chapter 2: It's Love Seazon Shortly after the pact was made, the four friends made their way out on their own to look for a date. Rarity made her way out into town looking for a suitor. Having encountered stuck up stallions before (no names will be mentioned *cough*Blueblood*cough*), Rarity wanted to make sure that whoever she chooses is the right one for her. "So who would be the best stallion to choose," Rarity said then her eyes fell upon a little dragon that she knew very well, "Oh, hello Spike." "H-Hi, Rarity," Spike blushed, "What are you doing." "Just looking for a date to Luna's wedding." "REALLY," Spike yelled, then covered his mouth and blushed harder, "I mean, really?" "Yep, and... have you gain weight," Rarity asked, gesturing to Spike's belly, which was a little bigger than normal. "Oh," Spike said, "that's just..." "Ah never mind that. Anyways, you wouldn't happen to know any stallion whose currently single would you?" "A stallion, huh," Spike replied flatly. "Of course," Rarity chuckled, "What else would I be looking for?" "Are you sure you don't want a handsome, strong dragon," Spike said coolly, trying to make any muscles he had pop up, but his arms were a little fatter than normal, so they just kind of hung there. Rarity stared at him for a few moments... then, to Spike's despair, began laughing. "Oh, you sure are a funny little dragon," Rarity laughed, "Liked I would date one of those greedy, disgusting creatures. That's why your my friend Spike, you are nothing like them." "I can be more than a friend you know," Spike grumbled "Your absolutely right," Rarity suddenly exclaimed, slightly shocking Spike, "A friend can help a friend out." "Really," Spike asked, his face lighting up. "Of course! It's so clear now," Rarity said, "I'm going to go see if Seazon knows a stallion." "That's the spir-... what?" "I mean, as popular as he is, Seazon's got to know somepony." "Who's Seazon," Spike questioned, starting to get downhearted again. "A stallion I met at fashion week," Rarity explained, "We're just friends, though." "Just friends, huh," Spike repeated, putting his claw to his chin in thought, then an idea popped in his head, "mind if I tag along?" "Of course I don't mind," Rarity replied then led Spike down the streets, "Come on." Rarity led Spike to Seazon's shop and opened the door, ringing the bell as they entered. "I'll be there in a second," Seazon called from the back. "Would you look at that," Spike pointed out, "he's keeping a lady waiting." "Be nice Spike," Rarity warned as Seazon appeared from the back. "Ah, Miss Rarity," Seazon declared, "So good to see you... and who's this little dragon?" "This is my number one dragon assistant, Spike," Rarity introduced him. "Yeah," Spike emphasized, "I'm her number one." "Well, what a pleasure it is to meet you," Seazon smiled then turned to Rarity, "So, you need something Miss Rarity?" "I just dropped by to ask you something," Rarity replied, "You see, my friends and I thought it would be a good idea if we'd found a special somepony to take to Luna's wedding. Well, I was wondering if you knew any colts that are currently single." "Nopony comes to mind," Seazon shook his head. "Well, we tried," Spike declared, then tried to drag Rarity out the door, "Let's go... whoa!" Rarity pulled her hoof back, making Spike fall over from the force. "Are you sure," Rarity asked. "I really wish I could help you," Seazon said, then gestured over to a bunch of scarfs, sweaters, jackets, and other fashionable winter clothing, "I mean, you helped me so much; but I'm afraid all my friends are taken." "I see... well, thank you for at least trying," Rarity said, then looked at the clothes, "By the way, didn't you say you didn't quite finished those yet." "I did," Seazon replied. "Want some help," Rarity offered. "I think he can do it on his own," Spike urged to leave. "Not now Spike," Rarity pushed him away. "I sure would appreciate it," Seazon nodded. "But you said this wouldn't take long," Spike lied to get Rarity to leave. "I never said such thing," Rarity questioned, "Seriously, Spike, what has gotten into you?" "You know what," Spike said, "Fine! I dedicated my life to you and you don't even notice me!" "Spike," Rarity replied, "I never have take you for granted." "That's not what I'm talking about," Spike yelled, his eyes starting to tear up, "And if you can't see how I feel... then... just leave me alone!" "Spike, wait," Rarity called as he ran out the shop, tears starting fall off his face. "What was that about," Seazon asked. "I don't have the slightest of clue," Rarity sighed, "I'm sorry about my friend." "No need to be sorry," Seazon nodded, "Let's just work on the clothes." "Alright," Rarity smiled. She and Seazon started working on the clothes for most of the morning. Seazon was drawing up a design for a scarf and sweater combo and Rarity was at his side watching. "So I was thinking that the red and green striped sweater would best be matched by a contrast of a blue scarf with purple stripes," Seazon said as he used his pencil to draw some of the stripes. "That would look pretty good," Rarity replied, "but when we think winter, we think of everything flowing in a soft harmony. So such a contrast would throw the design off... how about a solid black sweater and a dark green scarf with blue stripes." "That is a good idea, but black isn't really a festive color... how about we stick with that scarf, but with a solid maroon sweater." "Sounds good," Rarity said. "Alright, let's just...," Seazon stopped when he turned back at Rarity. For some reason, the lighting from his lamp gave her a shine that Seazon couldn't help but stare at. "Let's just what," Rarity asked. "Let's... just...," Seazon shook his head, "I'm sorry, just a little light headed. Let's just grab something to eat and take a break." "Alright," Rarity nodded. Seazon led Rarity to the back were he lived. He led her to his kitchen were he quickly whipped up some food. "Hope you like some soup," Seazon said as he presented the bowl in front of Rarity, "It's a recipe that runs in the family." "Thank you," Rarity said using her magic to lift up a spoon as Seazon did the same. She scooped some of the warm liquid and took a little sip before eating the rest on her spoon. "This is delicious," Rarity complimented as she ate a little more. "It's not all that," Seazon replied, hiding his blush by eating some of his soup. "Nonsense," Rarity smiled, "This is the most amazing thing I have ever tasted. "Thanks," Seazon smiled back, "You're pretty amazing too." "I'm sorry what," Rarity said taken back. "Oh," Seazon blushed, "I mean... uh... you're pretty amazing at your work..." "Oh," Rarity slightly blushed too, "Why thank you." "No problem," Seazon smiled awkwardly, then tried to preoccupy himself by eating again. After lunch, Seazon and Rarity went to his sewing room were he worked most of the time. "You want me to sew first," Rarity asked, since Seazon only had one machine. "Sure," Seazon replied. Seazon watch as Rarity carefully moved the cloth to match the pattern. Her hooves moving ever so delicate as she worked. "What do you think of this," Rarity asked Seazon showing him what she has done so far. "Pretty good," Seazon replied, "but it could use some purple threading." "I got it," Rarity said as she looked over to were he kept his thread. "No need to trouble yourself," Seazon said as he started to use his magic to grab the purple thread just as Rarity used hers and the two auras mixed together. "Oh," Rarity blushed as she released her light blue magic so that Seazon's purple magic could completely surround it and pick it up, "I'm... I'm sorry." "It's alright," Seazon replied, but was blushing too. "I guess we should get back to work then," Rarity said. "Yes, of course," Seazon said slowly. But neither moved as they looked into each others eyes. Seazon intrigued by Rarity's beauty and Rarity dazzled by his good looks. "Your eyes sparkle like a sapphire stone, Miss Rarity," Seazon smiled. "Thank you," Rarity smiled back, "And please, you can just call me Rarity." "Of course, Rarity," Seazon cooed. "You know, Seazon, we have known each other for a while," Rarity said. "And we work so well together," Seazon added. "Maybe... maybe you could be my date." "It would be my pleasure to take such a fine lady," Seazon replied, then his grandfather clock rang out. "I guess it's time for me to go," Rarity said. "I'll see you tomorrow," Seazon said, kissing Rarity's hoof. "Goodbye," Rarity blushed, then left Seazon's shop. (To Be Continued...)