By way of introduction, here is a brief exchange from Somepony New, chapter three:

“Is that an abacus?” Rarity asked. “Twilight, dear, have you fallen for an accountant?”

Twilight scowled, but Brush fielded the question anyway. “It sort of fits. This was what I was trained for, many years ago, though I actually haven’t worked in that field lately. And I figure Equestria just has to have a more sensible tax code than I’m used to.”

Read More