//------------------------------// // High class pony // Story: The Final Sunset // by Wonder //------------------------------// The town hall looked much like it had when they arrived, except now there was a large golden ribbon extending around the first floor balcony. “Well at least there has been some development on the decorations.” The orange mare trotted to the entrance of the building, her assistant following her closely. Raising her hoof, the mare pushed open the door, revealing the interior of the building. Sunset stood in awe at the opulence of the space before her. Blue ribbons decorated the room with banners between the support pillars with golden symbols stitched onto the fabric, usually a sun. It was beautiful. “Wow... it’s perfect.” Spikes said in awe. Sunset looked to him, smiling. “Well, I have to admit, they have done a very good job. Looks like this won’t take so long after all.” Sunset admired the decorations whilst talking. “Not the decor. Her.” Spike pointed towards the front of the hall. There, stood a magnificent white unicorn, her purple mane shining in the light. The mare was looking through a selection of ribbons, throwing them behind her after examining each one. “How are my spines?” Spike asked as he checked his green scales for faults. “Are they straight?” Sunset rolled her eyes and walked up to the mare in question. “Excuse me. Are you the-“ She was interrupted by the white mare. “Just a moment please. ‘I am in the zone’ as it were.” The mare spoke with an elegant voice, sounding as if she were from Canterlot. She scanned through countless ribbons before levitating a shimmering red ribbon into place and tied it onto a post in a ribbon “Ah yes. Sparkle always does the trick, does it not? Why Rarity you are a talent. Now how can I help you-” She turned to Sunset and stared at the orange mare mane in shock, letting out a small gasp. “My dear, whatever happened to your mane? It’s absolutely soaked.” “Oh, it’s nothing, just a bit of a weather accident.” Rarity circled her, not taking her eyes off Sunset's mane. “...Well, it looks like you’ve got everything prepared for tomorrow, so I’ll just let myself out.” Rarity stood in Sunsets way. “Oh no, you can’t go out with your beautiful mane ruined. Come with me and I’ll have you looking as good as new.” Rarity grabbed sunsets hoof in hers and pulled her along with her out of the hall. “I simply cannot let a mare go about her day looking like-” Rarity paused, trying to think of a word that described Sunsets sodden mane. “-Like that.” “It's not that bad, only a bit of water. It'll dry out in a hour.” “Nonsense. Don't worry, I'll take care of everything, darling. By the time I'm done, your mane will be back to its original beautiful self.” Sunset went to protest the matter further but the mare silenced her with a hoof. “Don't argue dear, I won't take no for an answer.” Rarity grabbed Sunset by her hoof and pulled her along with her. “Now tell me dear, however did your mane become so aqueous.” Sunset stood in front of a large converging mirror, wearing one of the many outfits that Rarity had given her to wear. She stared at herself in the mirror, admiring the apparel that she had been given to wear. Its smooth white cloth hugging her skin, going from her flank and reaching up her neck, ending inch's from her jaw. The whole thing was encrusted with various jewels, with a large emerald adorning her sternum. “This is a really beautiful costume Rarity. Where ever did you buy it? It must have cost a fortune.” Rarity appeared from behind the mirror, admiring her work. “I'm glad you like it. That is actually one of my designs.” Rarity smiled at her last comment. She always loved getting positive feedback from her clients. “I love it but I'm going to have to hurry off. I still have a lot to prepare for before the summer sun celebration.” “You throwing a party before the celebration as well? I might stop by after I'm finished with the decorations at town hall. Where are you having the party?” Rarity waited for an aswer from her customer. “Oh I'm not throwing a party, I'm just making sure everything is ready for when the Princess arrives. To be honest I'm hoping to finish early so I can head back to Canterlot” Rarity's eyes widened as Sunset finished the last sentence. “Canterlot?! Oh, I am so envious! The glamour, the sophistication! I have always dreamed of living there! I can't wait to hear all about it!” Rarity leaned in towards Sunset, nuzzling Sunsets neck. “We are going to be the best of friends, you and I.” Quickly the white mare pulled her head from Sunsets neck. “Emeralds?! What was I thinking? Let me get you some rubies!” With that the fashionista trotted towards a large chest opposite the mirror. “I would love to stay, but I have to finish with the arrangements for the celebrations.” Rarity looked at her new friend, a look of disappointment in her face. “Okay, but drop by after your finished. I want to hear more about Canterlot.” Sunset closed the door to the boutique. “Do we have to go, Sunset? She's such a nice pony.” Sunset looked behind her in surprise. She had completely forgotten about Spike. “We still have the food and music to check up on Spike. If we don't hurry, we'll miss the train back.” “It won't be too bad staying another day. This place seems nice. Besides, if we stay we get to watch Princess Celestia raise the sun.” “We can see the Princess raise the sun any time we want Spike. It's nothing special.” “Please Sunset, this is different.” Spike pleaded. “No Spike! We have already spent too much time on this.” Sunset sped up, forcing the dragon to jog to keep up. “Come on, Sunset. It's only one day. Nothing bad comes fro-” Spike was interrupted as a rainbow maned pony appeared. “Hey. I just wanted to check in with you. See if the weather was to your liking.” A nervous smile stretched across Rainbow's face. Sunset was confused for a moment before remembering the events from earlier that day. The unicorn glanced up at the sky then looked back to the volatile pegasus .“The weather is lovely.” she smiled at the agitated mare. “If you keep this up, Spitfire will never have to hear about you blunder.” “S-sure thing. Have a nice day” The pony flew off, muttering under her breath. “Stupid unicorns.”