A couple of days later was tuesday, and ordinary school day. The heat hadn't died down, but luckily, most of the AC on Canterlot high worked. Most of them. Not the one that covered the rehearsing room. Fluttershy was the first to give in.
Well, honestly she fainted, and had to be carried out by Applejack and Rainbow, and without their bassplayer present, Rarity and Sunset agreed that it was just as well to cancel the rehearsal. Only Pinkie stayed behind, trying to master the 11/4 beat.
"I'd never pin Pinkie as someone who listens to experimental jazz."
"Neither would I, darling. But somehow, that's just Pinkie. When you think you know her..."
"Yeah, I guess you are right. So, Rares, what are you up to today? Work as usual?"
"As a matter of facit, Sunset. I'll have you know that my paramour is taking me on a date. She will pick me up at seven, and take me to on of the most popular restaurants in town."
"That taco place on Braid street?"
Rarity blushed slightly. "Well, um ... Yes. But it's the thought that counts! What about you, Sunset? Does YOUR boyfriend take you out on a normal boring tuesday?"
Sunset frowned. "He's working, Rarity."
"Yes, yes, That was uncalled for. I apologize. But seriously, what are you're plans? Want to join me and Fluttershy at the spa?"
"Mmmm, I'll think I'd rather spend my tuesday trying NOT to melt actually."
Rarity stopped by her locker and rolled her eyes. "Ha ha. Very funny. Not everything at the spa is hot, you know?"
"I'll think I'll pass anyway, but thanks for asking. See you tomorrow!"
As they went their separate ways, Sunset realized she was only one corridor away from the vending machines. An ice-cold soda would be nice. Or perhaps an ice cream. Sunset checked her pockets. She had a few bits, that should cover it. As she passed the corner and made a line for the vending machines, she could see from far away that there was just one ice cream sandwich left. Sunset put her hand in her pocket, produced her bits, lifted her hand... Only to find herself shoulder to shoulder with another ice cream-craving student.
Trixie.
Both of them backed away four steps. Both of them looked at the vending machine with hungry eyes. Both of them had the bits they needed. Then they looked at each other.
"So."
"So."
" First one to die... Looses."
Sunset smiled, and snapped her fingers. "Game on."