"Oh? You don't like what you see?"
Flurry Heart watched the hills and trees roll by outside her window. The sounds of the train giving a whistle from time to time being the only real sounds heard outside of an occasional bump across the tracks. Her mind drifting in and out as she waited to reach her destination. Somewhere she had never been, which in itself was exciting but also nerve wracking considering everything that came with it.
For as long as she could remember, her biggest dream was to see the world of Equestria. To go out and experience everything she could. But her parents weren't keen on letting their alicorn daughter out anywhere past the Empire's boarders unless one or both of them were constantly at her side. But no more. Now having recently turned 21 her parents seemed to finally realized that she was in fact in adult now and could possibly take care of herself. Well, at least be away from their sight for a reasonably long time.
But this venture wasn't just a chance for her to get away. This was also a test. A test that if well accomplished could see her finally fulfilling her dream of being able to see the world. Acting a royal ambassador for the Chrystal Kingdom. Something that even her mom had to admit would be a good learning experience for her should the day ever come that she must take over. As a ruler, one must have an open mind and knowledge of the kingdom they rule, especially everything that goes on just outside of it.
So it was for that reason and possibly her own years of pleading, she was tasked to go and meet Dragon Lord Ember, work to increase trade between there kingdoms and start a good relationship that hopefully will only grow over time. While most likely most of those trade agreements had long been made, this is mostly a formality. A way to shake hands and make it official as her dad would say. According to her parents though, Dragons were a proud race with a few customs that Flurry would need to learn if she is ever to earn the proper respect of the Dragon Lord.
So it was that an old friend of her aunty Twilight was brought in help teach her the ways of the Dragon culture. Her name was Smolder.
Flurry turned her head slightly, the orange Dragon across from her was currently sleeping. Dressed in a brown cloak, wrapping covering her modest sized breasts and brown leather loin cloth. Flurry could tell that Dragon culture certainly weren't prudes. It occurred to her that her friend Spike only ever seemed to wear loose fitting clothing most of the time as well. She was no slouch either, currently sporting just a sweatshirt and baggy shorts.
Though admittedly, the idea of showing off so much seemed kind of weird to her in a way. Though the Crystal Kingdom still remained relatively warm under its protective bubble, the land around it was still a hostile cold environment meaning that she usually tended to wear more layers for the most part, only really going casual for certain occasions or when visiting her aunty in Canterlot.
She tapped her hooves against the floor, trying to stop her legs from falling asleep. That seemed to wake Smolder who yawned and glanced over at her new companion. Flurry gave her head a small shake. "Sorry." She muttered. Smolder shrugged her shoulders, leaning against the back of her seat, resting her eyes again.
Flurry really did not yet know what to make of Smolder. She had heard tales of her adventures, helping to save Equestria on a few occasions. Was one of the few Dragons she had ever seen other than Spike. A long time ago her mom introduced to her along with her meeting of a changedling for the first time... Ocellus or something? It was a really long time ago but they seemed close. It was a short visit too and she had only seen Smolder on rare occasions afterwards.
It really occurred to Flurry just how little she really knew about Dragons. The only other thing being that they live for a really long time and age slowly. Though Smolder looks like what one might think is someone her age, in fact she most likely was pushing late 30s by now if she had to guess though it really was hard to tell. According to her mother, Dragons are a lot like Alicorns in terms of long lifespans, meaning that they make for exceptionally good companions. That must be why Spike and her aunty Twilight were so close. Those two will probably see the rise and fall of a few eras together.
Smolder opened her eyes and yawned again. "Nope. Can't get back into sleep mode yet." She said it a almost sort of raspy voice. She blinked, leaned forward and locked eyes with Flurry Heart. She cleared her throat. "Mind as well do some small talk. We haven't exactly spoken much since we first left your home a few days ago."
Flurry Heart flinched and nodded. "Sorry, this is just a lot to take in. I didn't mean to make this so awkward."
Smolder shook her head. "Its fine. I needed to catch up on some sleep anyways. We are less than a day out so mind as well start getting to know each other better. We are going to need you ready to see the Dragon Lord eventually and we don't want you make a bad first impression, right?"
Flurry Heart took a deep breath and leaned back. "Right. So first question. What can you tell me about yourself that also tends to connect to most Dragons?"
Smolder smirked. "Two birds with one stone. I like it." The orange Dragon seemed to think for a moment, tapping her claw against her chin as she stared out the window.
"Well, we are proud race. We tend to reward strength with respect. Not just in the body but in the mind too. Having confidence in just about everything will earn you more respect than being able to crush a boulder with your bare claws... Or hands in your case. That being said, you are going to notice something when we reach our Dragon Kingdom. Something that is going to seem strange, especially to someone who has lived up in colder climate for most of their life. We... Hmm... How to put this?"
Smolder scratched the back of her head for a moment. She bit her lip before shaking her head.
"Ok, first things first. Most Dragons tend to not be big into long relationships. It tends to be a sort of one night stand that gets the eggs moving. Or if there is a relationship, its pretty freaking open or at the very least, involves having multiple partners. We are not a monogamist species by any means. I have someone back home and lets just say, she knows that I have been around a bit and is ok with it."
Flurry Heart raised her hand. "But what does that have to do with having confidence or even me?"
Smolder smirked then glanced at the door to their seating area. "Well, besides the fact that most likely your gonna get flirted with at some point by just about any Dragon, as outer species dating has become more widely accepted among Dragons lately to the point its almost a show of pride... So long as you show certain qualities at the very least. We also tend to have a lack of for better word... Shame."
Flurry stared at her for a solid few seconds of silence. "I still don't follow."
Smolder sighed. "Ok, I'll just give it to you straight... We don't usually wear clothes."
Flurry blinked as her brain tried its best to process this information. "Wait, you mean that when we get there and start walking around, everyone is gonna be... Naked?"
Smolder put a claw to her chin as she cocked her head slightly. "Well I mean, we are covered in scales and the guys have sheaths to cover their tools... Er, both of them that is."
"Both of... Male Dragons have two... We are gonna be walking around and everyone is gonna be... Oh sweet Celestia." Flurry Heart felt her face grow hot at the thought.
Smolder winced. "There's more. This is going to effect you as well. How confident in your own body are you?"
"Huh?!"
Flurry felt her mind sputter as she tried to grasp just how difficult this might actually be.
Smolder grunted. "Maybe we should discuss this more back at my place. For now, just try to mentally prepare yourself. I'm gonna catch a few more Zs before we get there." Smolder yawned and settled back into her chair. Flurry opened her mouth to question her, but found she couldn't process anything. "Oh... What have I gotten myself into?"
***
Flurry stood at the train station, gawking. Her hands tightly grasped her suitcase as Smolder casually walked up beside her, slinging a satchel on as she whistled. "Ah yes, good to be home."
Flurry stared out, the train station was just a bunch of rock and sandstone clumped together to make a platform and some smooth rocks for chairs. Just a ways from that, caves with various signs depicting everything from blacksmithing to gems to food stores, lined the dirt road that looked like it was hastily paved. Smolder stretched out her wings for a second before glancing over at Flurry. "We don't get much tourism around here yet but Dragon Lord Ember has been trying to get things going for awhile now. She hopes these new trade agreements will finally really get the ball rolling and we can maybe entice the rest of the Dragon population to spruce things up around here. I know its not much to look at."
Flurry looked up at Smolder briefly before staring at the ground. "That's not what I am struggling with right now."
Smolder raised a brow at that slightly. "Oh?"
Flurry took a deep breath. "Why do so many of your species look so damn... Hot?"
Smolder looked around, seeing Dragons milling about. "What do you mean? The temperature around here is great. We kind of like it hot."
Flurry felt her face go red again for the first time since they last chatted. "I mean... Why do some many males look so strong and... Why do the females looks so slim yet their figures just..." Flurry bit her lower lip. "Why does everyone look so damn sexy?!"
Smolder shrugged her shoulders. "Looks like regular Dragons to me." Smolder smirked and nudged Flurry Heart with her elbow. "Do you suddenly have a thing for us?"
Flurry felt like she was going to melt. "Maybe? Their mostly naked and I have never seen anything like them besides Spike and some pictures. They either looked large or maybe slightly jacked like Spike. I didn't expect everyone to be showing off so much is all."
Smolder put a hand on Flurry's shoulder. "Come on, I've got more to fill you in on and if this is already getting to be too much for you, then you are in for a real surprise later when I explain how you will be showing up to Fire Lord Ember's meeting."
Flurry Heart could not imagine things getting more crazy than they already were. She was already getting turned on slightly by the Dragons just milling about. What could be more surprising than a nudist colony of hot lizard folk?
Smolder casually strode forward, Flurry walking close behind her. She did her best to stare at the ground, only occasionally looking up to make sure she didn't run into anything or step on Smolder's tail. Eventually the two left the small shopping area, making their way past some lava pools and what looked to be a few hot springs. After walking for a solid 20 minutes, the two finally came to a small looking cave. "Here we are, home sweet home."
It didn't look like much, just a regular small cave among some larger ones they had passed. Flurry couldn't help but wonder how Smolder could even tell it apart from some of the other caves they had passed.
Flurry blinked as she followed Smolder inside, her eyes adjusting as the cave suddenly opened up to a large room with a smaller cave heading off to who knows where just off to the side. The room had a bed made of straw, a pile of gems and some random chunks of gold, a barrel full of strips of leather and cloth and finally, two small pictures hung by the bed.
"Make yourself at home, the smaller cave leads to the bathroom. Its just a really deep hole with a flat rock covering it but I did my best."
"I'm good." Flurry Heart muttered.
Flurry glanced around the room again, surprised to see some glowing crystals similar to the ones she had back on home were currently lighting up the place. She casually walked forward more, spotting that the pictures held a photo of Smolder looking younger and surrounded by what she assumed to be her friends: a pony, a gryphon, a yak, a changedling and hippogryph. Flurry walked even closer and saw the picture next to it showed a similar looking Changedling only she looked much older. Was also only wearing a bikini at what looked to be some sort of beach.
Smolder went over and stood behind Flurry, chuckling. "Ah, good times. Never thought of owning much outside my small hoard but Celly insisted I have something to remember her and my friends by."
Flurry cocked her head slightly. "Wait, are you and that Changedling together?"
Smolder grinned. "Yep, she's off helping expand the new Changedling Kingdom. I'll introduce you to her someday. She may seem meek by those pictures but she's really grown into one heck of a woman. Our relationship may be open, but no one can top those magic hands."
Flurry felt her face grow hot again. "Ok maybe too much information."
Smolder removed her cloak and casually slumped onto her pile of hay. "Better get somewhat used to be open to stuff like this. Remember, Dragons are gonna be flirting quite a bit with you if they pick up on your confidence. Which is exactly what you will need if you want to impress the Dragon Lord tomorrow. So in the mean time, better lay this down on you now."
Smolder leaned forward a bit. "Your gonna have to show a level of confidence that matches that of a Dragon. In other words, confidence in yourself, mind, body and soul."
Flurry grunted, set down her bag and attempted to stand tall, stretching out her wings as she put both hands on her hips. "Well, I think I am pretty confident. I am an alicorn, daughter of Princess Cadence and Prince Shining Armor. I've been taught how to fight by my dad and how to wield a negotiation like no other from my mom. She also taught me magic and how to remain strong no matter what. I think I can do this."
Smolder smirked. "Good, then you will have no trouble accompanying me past a bunch of Dragons over to the hot springs."
Flurry smirked back. "Of course, easy. I will show them my most confident walk. I may have gotten a bit sidelined by their hot bods before. But now I am feeling pumped and ready to take on the world!"
"So you think you are ready for anything?"
"Yep! Whatever you got, I can do it. I can take it!"
Smolder stared half lidded, her smiled never fading. "Good, then strip down and lets head over over."
Flurry nearly fell over as the words hit her like a train. "Wait... What?"
Smolder leaned back, resting her head as she stared up the ceiling. Her fingers grasped a small gem as she brought it to her mouth, munching on it before answering. "You see, we don't normally wear clothes. Not just because it is convenient but also a show of pride. Pride it ones given body and maybe a bit of a show off of what we are capable of."
Flurry Heart fell to her knees where she was, her eyes drifting as she tried to process this. "Do I really have to?"
Smolder shook her head. "No, not really. But it would be your best chance of making a good first impression. I am assuming that you want this to go over well and I can only imagine your parents are testing your resolve. Doubt they know about this but I also wouldn't put it past them."
Flurry grimaced. "Yeah... Pretty sure my horny mother probably had an idea at least. She always was trying to push me to be more open and accept my more free spirited nature as she put it. I mean, I am not completely against this either. Its not like anyone around here is going to care as much if everyone is already naked right?"
Smolder chuckled. "Unlike your pony kingdom, less clothing will actually draw less attention to yourself then the opposite being the case. Though you may attract some if your confidence is well placed but that's for other reasons though."
Flurry let out a long sigh. "I gotta make this the most A+ meeting ever if I want a chance at completely striking out and really seeing the world without an escort. So if its gonna increase my chances, then I guess I can give it a try. But I don't know if I can really do this with full confidence though."
Smolder sat up. Licking her fingers as she finished her gem. "That is where I can come in. You may not believe it, but this isn't the first time I have been around someone who needed a good confidence boost in such a manor. I will be right beside you, helping to push that determination and confidence out for all to see. And if you are anything like her, I have a feeling you may unlock certain things about yourself you never knew about till now."
Flurry slowly nodded as Ember began to unwrap the cloth around her breasts. "The first thing is getting used to us being around each other. I already had this step taking care off last time I did this but I am confident we can speed through this well enough. Its not like you have never seen another Dragon naked before at this point."
Flurry Heart slowly nodded as Smolder quickly let the cloth fall before untying her loin cloth and letting it too fall to the ground. She then stood, stretching out. "Ah, much better."
Flurry Heart felt a bit of sweat run down her face, her long but curly mane doing little to stop just how warm she felt right then and there. The way Smolders perky but decent sized breasts bounced and those damn thighs... She may have seen some naked Dragons before but Smolder's body just put most of them to shame.
Smolder cracked her neck before clapping her claws together. "Alright, lets see what you got."
Flurry took a deep breath and closed her eyes. She slowly pulled down her shorts then panties, feeling the warm air hit places it didn't usually hit. She opened her eyes and breathed out slowly.
Smolder nodded. "Good so far. In fact, that that sweater is bringing back certain memories of Celly's first time too."
Flurry fought against the urge to cover her slit, glad that the sweatshirt was just long enough to barely cover it. "Do you mind if I just leave this on... For now?"
Smolder grinned. "Sure, consider it your training wheels as we walk. But remember, we need you to work up the point where clothes don't matter, only pride in yourself."
Flurry Heart nodded and turned back towards the entrance of the cave, her heart already started to beat at much faster pace; her hand involuntarily pulled down her sweater, attempting to cover her snow white ass.
Smolder took the lead, casually walking out into the open beyond the cave as if she were taking a morning stroll. Flurry couldn't believe her eyes. Sure nudity may be the norm around here but that still didn't make it any less weird to her. As she followed close behind, the cave and by extension her only last chance of protection leaving her, her eyes began to dart around, curious if any Dragons were even looking her way.
As far as she could tell, the few around them paid them no mind, aside from an occasional side glance as they passed. One did look over directly at her, only to scoff and return to his leisurely rest. Smolder noticed this however. "He knows your embarrassed and can sense your lack of will. We Dragons can pick up on weakness and lets face it, a lack of will and confidence is just one big neon red flag to either prey upon or to shun entirely."
Flurry Heart pulled on her sweater harder, her alicorn strength causing the sweater to stretch slightly as she did so. "I can't help it. I'm walking around in an open area bottomless. This is crazy!"
Smolder rolled her eyes and took a few steps back, walking now beside Flurry Heart. "And I am currently completely naked. Showing off my goods for all to see. Notice how I even walk with confidence, while you lag behind clutching your sweater like your life depends on it."
Flurry felt her cheeks go red, not just from the embarrassment but also a bit of anger. "Look, I don't have the confidence of my mom alright. She could probably do this and have Dragons ready to bang her into next week. But I am not her though and I am not sure I have the makings to be that confident!"
Smolder snapped her claws. "Ah, so that's it. Worried you won't live up to your betters is that it?"
Flurry paused mid step before continuing. "Maybe just a bit. But I... I want to break free of them. Live my own life... I just don't know if I can really do it now that I am here."
Smolder nodded. "You are here though and despite your fears, you are now out here in the open. You may not realize it, but you have some serious will power and determination. You just don't fully realize it yet. Grab hold of that feeling, whatever it is, and yank it out. Kicking and screaming if you have to."
Flurry Heart felt her heart beat quicken. Something was certainly brewing within her. She could feel it. Was it really confidence though? Or something else. All those Dragons. She could feel them. They were staring at her, she was sure of it. Even if they weren't, one glance and they would see her ass. See her naked legs. And only assume that she was soon going to be completely naked for all to see and for some reason... She felt... Excited?!
"Wait... That can't be right."
Smolder turned slightly and cocked her head. "What isn't?"
Flurry gripped her sweater tighter, pulling it harder. "I feel... No this can't be right." Harder she pulled, the seems starting to rip. "I feel..." She closed her eyes trying to make sense of it. "I... Feel..." She gritted her teeth as she felt a rush of emotion filling every part of her mind. Sweat poured down her face as she felt one emotion completely over take everything else.
*RIP*
Flurry felt her sweater suddenly shoot downwards. She felt her breath leave her for a second. The sweater was now very torn allowing for her last shred of covering to go completely to the wayside. She let out a small gasp as a breeze suddenly swept across her body, she felt it just below her breasts. They were now somewhat in open are for all to see. And for some reason... She felt something run down her leg. She couldn't deny this feeling anymore.
"Excited." She wheezed.
Smolder stopped, turned around and grinned, while crossing her arms. "I freaking knew it."
Flurry Heart stared at her now broken sweatshirt, her hands slowly raised up as she removed it with her magic, tossing it off to the side as she stood there now. Completely naked. And she only felt two things. Excitement and the sensation sweat dripping down ever part of her body... No more than that. She was dripping down between her legs as well.
She ran a hand between her legs, surprised at how soaked her hand was as she brought it back up for examination. "Woah.." There was no doubt about it, this was the most turned on she had ever felt.
"I... Don't get it. What is going on with me?"
Smolder put a hand on Flurry Hearts shoulder. "Welcome to the Exhibitionists club. Its always clothes optional we make sure to drink plenty of water."
"Wha?"
Smolder shook her head. "Ignore that, we are almost to the hot spring. Then we can discuss the other thing that will impress the Dragon Lord."
Flurry felt like her whole world had just flipped on its head. Her mind raced as her hooves went into auto pilot, cautiously she took a step forward as Smolder turned and led her behind a large boulder to a large pool with steamy water. She turned and gestured to the pool. "Not quite as good as a lava bath but considering not even alicorns could enjoy them, an extra hot spring should do the trick. Don't want to go meeting the Dragon Lord looking dirty and stressed out, right?."
Flurry Heart slowly nodded, glancing around her as she slowly walked into the hot spring. She could tell it was near scalding but thankfully her alicorn biology was holding up, making it almost barrable. As she sunk deeper into the water, finding a good place to sit, Smolder sat down next to her, putting an arm around her shoulder.
"Not a bad feeling isn't it? Should help melt away at least some worries right?"
Flurry didn't look so sure. "Smolder. Why am I getting so turned on right now?"
The orange Dragon could only laugh. "Oh sweet summer dragon. You have unlocked a side of yourself that I haven't seen in a creature in a very long time. This should make meeting the Dragon Lord extra interesting considering she's even more of a piece of meat than I am."
Flurry Heart stared back at Smolder. "How is this not bad? Isn't she gonna be the least bit thrown off by the fact I can't hide the fact that I'll most likely be freaking dripping at the sight of her?! I get the whole confidence thing. And maybe my excitement will make this easier. But being turned on and not being able to hide is not gonna be problem for sure!"
Smolder licked her lips and gestured to her companions body. "Actually, this makes things easier. More than you can possibly know and hears why."
She got in close and whispered something to Flurry. As Smolder drew back with a grin, Flurry could only stare back in shock.
"Wait... Seriously?"
"Yep, although I don't suppose you've..."
"Oh trust me I have."
"But with a female?"
"I think I've made it clear I find both sides of the coin rather attractive. And yes I've double dipped."
"Then the only thing you have to worry about is your strength and stamina. And maybe the walk back because I want to see you walk like an alpha predator. Not like a mare in heat."
Flurry Heart stood up. "Then lets work on that because I this point, walking back nude its gonna be the easy part."
Smolder stood up and casually slapped Flurry's back. "That's the spirit!"
Flurry Heart nodded and began to stomp her way back, even as Dragons turned to look she paid them no mind. Her mind was on the future and tomorrow it was do or do not. There was no try. Though she did start to feel a certain wetness again, she continued to briskly walk, feeling her cheeks go red as her heart rate sped up again. She soon had to stop to catch her breath. Smolder stopped just a few steps away, watching as Flurry took a deep breath and quickly looked around her.
There were a whole lot more Dragons around and all of them had their eyes on her. She felt her mind go blank for a moment. But Smolders words managed to break through the fog. She had to look confident. She stood proudly, allowing them to take her body in. But even as she did this, another part of her mind kicked in. A warm sensation slowly began to creep throughout her body. She could not help but feel her hand slowly working its way down south. Her heart thumped wildly against her chest.
She felt so hot. Hotter than she ever had before. She felt her breath quicken. Her eyes glazed over. There was a brief touch. Her finger glazed over her entrance. She felt her mind slip as lust began to take over. Even as as the rest her fingers began to work their way in, causing her to let out a moan... Biting her lower lip, she felt those eyes boring into her soul. But that only drove her more crazy. She could hear the squelching noises her hand made. And that only seemed to turn her on more. Should she steal another glance?
Flurry looked over and saw several Dragons continue to stare, transfixed onto her body. She could not read their faces but she could tell they were looking, she stifled another moan as she felt her hand begin to pick up the pace. Stuffing her snatch full as she fingered herself. She couldn't stop now. Something else had taken hold. She needed this. Never before had her mind felt such a thrill before!
She could feel the liquids pouring down her leg. Her wings at full mast. Her other hand soon clutching her right breast while her left hand went deeper, her legs were starting to grow weak. She fell to her knees, pounding away at her entrance as she began to gasp and moan her heart out. So many stares. So many looks. She couldn't look away. She didn't want them to look away. Like a dam, she felt her peak hit and like a train, she felt it crash against her. She felt a burning spark ignite within her as she cried out.
"AHHHH!"
More fluids splashed down her leg as she collapsed onto the ground, her smile never breaking as she felt her mind slip and darkness soon filled her vision.
***
Flurry Heart felt her mind swim as she slowly felt the world come back to her. She was laying on something soft. There was something cool touching her lips and as she opened them, refreshing water drained down into her, her thirst causing the cup to eventually run dry.
She blinked and slowly began to look around, seeing Smolder standing over her, still naked with an empty cup in hand. "Good, you are awake. Probably should have told you, best to drink lots of water around here, especially if you are gonna be losing a lot of fluids like... And I'm just spit balling here... Masturbating to an adoring Dragon audience."
Flurry Heart felt the memories wash over her. She put an arm over her eyes as she groaned. "OHhhhhh. Why did I do that?!"
Smolder shrugged. "Beats me, sure gained a lot of talk from it. But most Dragons are just impressed you had the will power to boldly show off like that. Confidence is key as I said before and it takes some real confidence to start doing something dirty for all to see. Trust me... I've been down that road once or twice before."
Flurry let out a low sigh At least the Dragons didn't seem to care as much as she did about it. "So what now?"
Smolder handed her a large bottle of water. "Get some rest and keep drinking this. Tomorrow you are gonna need your strength for the Dragon Lord. I've got a spare cot I can crash on for tonight."
Flurry nodded her head slowly. "Thanks."
Smolder shook her head. "No thank you. Haven't been this excited to meet the Dragon Lord in ages. Trust me, you are gonna love her." She licked her lips. "And if all goes well, she's gonna show you some love like no other tomorrow."
Flurry wanted to ask what she meant but felt her mind slip again as she felt her energy drop again. Her tired eyes closing as tomorrow loomed in the back of her mind. As she began to slip back into unconsciousness, her mind began to wander to images of what had happened before. She couldn't believe she had done that. But for some reason, she hoped she would get the chance to do it again.