You get used to being alone. You get used to knowing, without a shadow of a doubt, that the mare you love will never love you back. There's a comfort in that kind of emotional distance. It doesn't matter how empty you may feel at the end of the day. What matters is you don't risk something as important as a friendship for something as stupid as love.

Still, Rainbow Dash was used to taking risks.

Written for my good friend wishcometrue. I hope you have a better birthday next year. Proofing help by Kim. Art by AngryRoru.