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// Sweetie Belle 
// Story: Happy Hearthswarming, Cmc 
// by Perry Pinkie Potter 
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I was worried. Why had they acted like that? Were they okay? I knew I should probably leave them be. My parents and Rarity used to warn me I could invade other ponies privacy or business. But I was still worried about them. Why were they so upset?

Did they not want to come over?
No, they could have just told you that.

Maybe it's the holiday?
Why would this upset them?

I walked into the boutique to be greeted by my big sis, Rarity.

"There you are, Sweetie Belle! I made you a special hat for the holidays, I got the idea, and I just  couldn't resist, and I thought- ... Sweetie Belle. What's wrong?" 

I sighed. "Something's wrong with Applebloom and Scootaloo. But I don't know what."

Rarity thought a minute. "Are you all upset about your cutie marks still?"

I shook my head. "The last time we went crusading, they were fine."

"Perhaps it's the holiday season?" 

I grimaced. "That's what I thought too. But why could anypony be unhappy when it's almost Hearthswarming?"

Rarity bit her lip. "I don't know. I'm sure the party will cheer them up, however. Speaking of which, Mom and Dad wrote. They said they're coming as well!"

Something dawned on me. Mom and Dad... "That's great, Rarity! And also great; I think I know how I can help Applebloom and Scootaloo! Do you think we could invite a few more guests to the party?"

Rarity raised a hoof to her chin. "I suppose so."

I beamed. 

Don't worry girls. I've got a plan. I promise.