On her deathbed, dying of an unrevealed illness, Spoiled Rich shares her last moments on Equestria with her now older daughter. That's about it... Handkerchiefs are entirely optional, but recommended.
One year. It's been one year since a now reformed Diamond Tiara decided to become a better filly, but some things never change. Namely, yet another Hearth's Warming spent all by herself. Then, she hears a noise from the chimney....
Story originally written by Matt11, rewritten with permission. (Warning!: Contains AB/DL themes and padded pony content, reader discretion is advised.) Spoiled Rich's only hope to restore the bond with her daughter, may lay in an unusual treatment.
Fed up of the pressures of dealing with her headstrong daughter and often absent husband, Spoiled Rich decides to enjoy a day of relaxation and pampering. Things pan out exactly as you'd expect. Inspired by scenes from 'Applejack's Day Off'.
Diamond Tiara runs away from home without her tiara, and moves into Carousel Boutique, much to Rarity and Sweetie Belle's surprise. Later, when Diamond is kidnapped by the diamond dogs, an unexpected pony comes to her rescue.
"Just 'cause she's never cared about anypony else's feelings doesn't mean we shouldn't care about hers." Kind words spoken with the purest intention can still be mistaken. Diamond Tiara cared a great deal for one pony's feelings in particular, and
Sticks and Stones will break my bones, but words can never hurt me. Throughout the years this has been the motto of many the play-yard victim. What about the bully? Does the bully ever get hurt? Does the bully ever know the sting they have caused?