It has been a while since she last visited Canterlot Carousel, a branch boutique ran by Sassy Saddles, her current manager. Rarity traveled a long way from Ponyville but she was pleased to arrive at last in Canterlot. She eagerly made her way through town, occasionally stopping to greet fans who admired her work.
It couldn't be a better day for travelling either. Almost perfect, even. When Canterlot Carousel came into her view, Rarity's face beamed with joy. It looked as if the store was well-maintained, at least on the outside. But what about inside? She could only hope to see that customers were eagerly shopping around for the clothing that speaks to them the most.
Rarity opened the door to Canterlot Carousel to see a modest amount of shoppers looking around and seeing what fits them best. She smiled with a slight sense of relief, considering she was once actually thinking about closing the store once due to a mishap with her manager, Sassy Saddles. But where was she?
"Um..."
She looked up at the upper level of the store where Sassy Saddles usually resides to overlook how business is going but, no sign of her. She shrugged. Maybe she was busy with something. Perhaps in her office? She hate to interrupt someone hard at work but perhaps a simple "hello" wouldn't hurt anypony.
"E-Excuse me... It's been a while..."
Well, of course it wouldn't hurt anypony! They've established a worker relationship, after all! Rarity thought she'll say hi to Sassy Saddles and get a summary of how business is going.
"P-Please don't ignore me!"
Startled, Rarity turned around. "My apologies, dear. I didn't realise you were talking to-Coco Pommel?!" Her eyes lit up from seeing her sister-in-fashion.
"Hi, Rarity. It's been a while." Coco said while giving a modest wave with one hoof.
"B-But wait!" She frantically looked around while making funny gestures to express her confusion. "You're supposed in Manehattan! I...what happened? Why are you here? Not that I'm complaining, but why? I never expected you to visit us here so soon!"
Coco nervously scratched the back of her head. "W-Well, if I can be honest... I was thinking of moving from Manehattan."
Shocking words for Rarity. Her? Move from Manehattan? The metropolitan place where ponies go to pursue their dreams? Why?