The Dragon Knight of Canterlot City

The next day as Spike arrived at Everfree Academy, still waiting on the arrival of his official uniform, so he had continued to wear his dads old clothes. As he sat at his desk, he listened to some of the students discuss something.

“So did you hear about last night?” a male student asked another.

“Yeah, someone stopped a mugging at a 24/7 store.” he answered making Spike freeze up by the mention of that.

“I heard the witnesses describe the one who stopped it was a good looking guy.” a girl student said which only got Spike tenser.

'Oh, great. I just made the news.' Spike thought, as Drakon appeared at his side.

“Well, at least nobody knows it's you.”

Spike did feel relieved nobody could pin it back to him knew if he was going to do more stunts like that again, he should be more conspicuous.

“Well, I say it's about time somebody did something about all the crime happening.” another male student voiced his opinion, catching Spike's attention.

“Yeah, the cops aren't doing enough these days.” a girl student added.

Spike appreciated that they sounded grateful, and that there were those who agreed with him about the cops not doing enough to protect them from the rising crime rate. He was soon brought out of his thoughts, as Cheerilee entered the classroom and ready to begin the lesson.

When school let out, Spike got up and left the classroom before Rarity approached, “Hello, Spike.” she greeted him.

“Hi, Rarity.”

“I was just making sure we were still on for our shopping date today?”

“Of course. I was about to head back home for a quick change.” Spike replied.

“Agreed. I'd like to go change into something more casual myself.”

“So then we'll see each other at the mall?”

“Of course, darling. I'll see you then.” Rarity said, as the two split up to head home and get ready.

When Spike returned home he took a quick shower and changed into new clothes before walking for the mall.

Drakon floated by his side looking excited, “Ooh, my little Spike on his first date.”

“Can it really be called a date if we're just clothes shopping?” Spike asked.

“Hey a date's a date, isn't it?” the dragon spirit asked rhetorically.

Spike shrugged as he just decided to go along with it. As he got closer to the mall he looked and saw standing at the entrance was Rarity herself out of the academy uniform and in more casual wear

'Wow, even in regular clothes she's beautiful.' Spike thought with a blush.

“She'd probably even make the filthy look appear beautiful.” Drakon joked.

Spike rolled his eyes and got closer before calling out to the girl, “Hey, Rarity!”

Rarity seeing the boy smiled, “Spike!”

“Sorry to have kept you waiting.” the boy apologized.

“No trouble at all, darling,” Rarity brushed it off, before noticing his eyes fixated on her, “What is it?”

Spike snapped out of it, “Sorry, it's just. I like your outfit.”

“Oh, this old thing? Just one of my many casual outfits,” Rarity replied modestly, “Now then, shall we get you some attire more befitting of you?”

“Um, sure.” he agreed.

“Then let's go.” Rarity took Spike's hand and brought him inside.

As the two walked through the mall many other people who were there stopped to look at the two, “Whoa check them out.” a boy told another.

“A hot guy and a gorgeous girl, now that's an ideal couple.”

“Wait a second, isn't that Rarity; the young fashion designer?” a girl asked.

“You're right it is her!” another girl realized.

“Who's that with her?” a third girl asked.

“I don't know, but he's such a dreamboat.” a fourth one swooned.

Spike sighed, as he walked at Rarity's side, “Everyone's staring at us.”

“I know, Spike. But try not to think too hard on it, ok?” Rarity suggested.

“Hey, Rarity!” a boy called.

“Looking lovely as ever!” another called.

“Oh, you flatterers.” Rarity said with a wink making the boys swoon.

'Wow. Rarity, sure knows how to handle the attention well. I could never last in a situation like that alone.' Spike thought, as he watched Rarity give flirtatious responds to some hopeless lover boys complimenting her.

Soon the two walked up to a clothing store, as Rarity spoke to him, “Now I know this place. You'll find some of the best clothing here. And with me around, you'll get the best suited for you.”

“Right.”

The two entered the store and Spike looked around seeing it indeed had a fine assortment of clothing for both men and women.

“Wow,” Spike marveled, “There's so much here.”

“I know.” Rarity giggled.

“Rarity, darling!” came a woman's voice.

The two looked seeing a beautiful woman approach them. She had brilliant orange colored eyes, and her hair color was a combo of brilliant vermilion with light amber and light tangelo stripes, with a gradient of moderate fuchsia to moderate orchid on the shadowed side.

“Sassy, darling!” Rarity cheered, as she hugged the woman like they were close.

“What brings you here today, Rarity? I thought you got all you needed last time you were here?” Sassy inquired.

“I'm not here for me, Sassy. I'm here for my new friend.” Rarity showed the woman Spike.

The woman named Sassy blushed, “Oh, my. And who is your gentleman caller?”

“May I introduce you to Spike Obsidian,” Rarity introduced, “Spike, this is Sassy Saddles; owner of this establishment.”

“Um, a pleasure to meet you, Ms. Saddles.” Spike greeted her with a handshake.

“Please, the pleasure's all mine, Spike.” Sassy answered sweetly.

“Well, we have lots to check out.” Rarity said, as she escorted Spike to the menswear.

So Spike looked around with Rarity for some clothes he could get. Because Spike wasn't so fashion savvy, he left it up to Rarity to decide, but she still allowed him to pick out anything he personally liked. Once he selected several articles of clothing he started trying them on one by one and showed them off to Rarity to hear her thoughts.

As Spike showed off one of his chosen outfits, Rarity clapped her hands, “Oh, Spike, you look positively fabulous!”

“Really?” Spike asked, while looking himself over.

“Indeed so, darling. With your looks you could be a model.” Rarity continued to flatter him.

“Uh, I don't think I could handle the model life.” Spike replied sheepishly.

“Well, it's not for everyone.” Rarity admitted.

Later Rarity and Spike collected enough clothing from shirts, pants, socks, and underpants, which Spike selected himself feeling embarrassed if Rarity tried to pick for him. His clothes selected ranged from formal to casual, and even sleepwear that looked just right for him.

They brought all the clothes to Sassy up front, as Spike thought to himself, 'All this stuff is really gonna cost a fortune. Maybe I shouldn't have gotten so much in one day. Oh, well, can't do anything about it now.'

As Spike watched each of the clothes he purchased was being scanned he watched the price go up. Soon the last item was scanned and tallied up. When Spike reached for his wallet, he was stopped by Rarity.

“Ah-ah-ah, Spike! I'll field this.” she said.

“Rarity, I can't let you do that!” Spike protested.

“I insist. Plus I have quite a discount as a member of the store's site. Trust me I got this covered.” Rarity assured him.

“Better let the lady do it if she's offering.” Drakon suggested to Spike who decided to let Rarity pay.

Once paid, all the clothes were neatly placed into a few shopping bags, “Thank you for shopping with us. And feel free to come again.” Sassy told them.

“Well, naturally for me, Sassy,” Rarity replied, before looking at Spike, “And what say you, Spike?”

“Yeah. I just might come back here again for more clothes when I need them.” he answered.

And with that the two teens left the store, “Hey, thanks for doing this, Rarity.” Spike said gratefully.

“No trouble, at all, darling.” she replied.

“How about I treat you to something to eat here?” he offered.

“Why, Spike, how thoughtful. And I will take you up on that.” Rarity smiled.

And so the two went to he food court where sat at a table and enjoyed their orders with Rarity's being a slice of cheesecake, and Spike's being a slice of pizza.

“Delicious.” Rarity beamed.

“I'll say.” Spike agreed, as he enjoyed his slice.

Rarity looking at Spike and at her cheese cake got an idea. She scooped a bit of it on her fork and offered it to Spike, “Here, Spike, have a taste.”

“Really?”

“Yes, here. Ahh...” she said.

Spike taking the hint opened his mouth allowing Rarity to feed him, “That's good!” he smiled.

“I know.” Rarity giggled.

“Rarity, once again I appreciate you paying for my new clothes. I'm surprised you had enough to cover it all.”

“Darling I'm not a top young fashion designer for nothing,” Rarity explained, “I don't do clothes for just my friends and regular people. I do it for all kinds. Models, celebrities, pop stars, and other VIPS.”

“You do?” Spike asked.

“That's right. And you'd be amazed at how much they pay me for one outfit alone.”

“Well, that clears up you being able to afford it.”

“Well, I didn't just pay for you because I could afford it. But because I like being generous, especially to those close to me.” Rarity smiled.

“Really?”

“Yes. Outside my talent for creating fabulous outfits and clothing, what I'm truly known for is my generosity.”

“You are?”

“Indeed. I've always enjoyed helping others not for money, fame, or anything but because I loved seeing the smiles on their faces when doing a good deed for them.” the girl explained.

Spike continued to look at Rarity in awe, 'Rarity's even more incredible than I thought. She's beautiful, popular, and generous. I don't even deserve to be conversing with her.'

Rarity continued to enjoy her cheesecake, before speaking to her friend, “I'm so glad we could spend the day like this, Spike. You make for excellent company.”

Upon hearing that, Spike's eyes started watering which caught the girls attention, “Spike?”

Drakon seeing this knew something was about to happen, “Oh, jeez.”

Spike started sobbing while looking down at the table much to Rarity's surprise, “Spike!” she got up and went to his side, “Darling, what's wrong? Did I say something to offend you?”

“You didn't offend me, Rarity,” Spike said through sobs, “If anything I offended you!”

“What do you mean?” she asked in confusion.

“You are a girl high on the scale of popular and important people. You're popular at school, you're a VIP to celebrities and such, and you have guys who look like they'd do anything for you if you just asked. Compared to you, I'm nothing. I don't deserve to be in your company.” he sniffled.

Rarity looked down with her eyes watering before she threw her arms around Spike much to his surprise.

“Rarity?”

“Never call yourself nothing, Spike,” Rarity began, as she looked up at him revealing her own sad look, “You are more than what you give yourself credit for. You're kind, helpful, and a hero. All those boys you said that would do anything for me? They don't know the real me. Not the way Twilight and the others do. And now you know the real me. And while it's true I may be popular in the world of fashion, I don't consider myself better than anyone. And if it's between my friends at Everfree Academy or those of the high and elite class I'd take my friends in a heartbeat.”

“Really?”

“Of course. I may be a girl with class and enjoy finer things, but I'm still like anybody else. After all growing up too fast means you miss out on other things. And I have no intention on missing out. But the point I'm making, Spike, is never think you don't matter. Because you do. You're important to Twilight, and me as well.”

Spike looked at Rarity surprised, “I am?”

“Of course you are.” she smiled sweetly.

Spike's eyes started drying up as he returned the hug, “Thank you, Rarity. Thank you so much.”

“My pleasure, Spike,” Rarity replied before thinking, 'Wow. He may look like an overly handsome guy, but to cry like that. He really is sensitive, and that makes him all the more real.'

Later both Spike and Rarity left the mall and returned to Spike's place, “Well, this is where I live.” Spike said, as they stood outside his house.

“It's lovely.” Rarity admired.

“Would you like to come in?” Spike offered.

“Thank you, darling. But I must be getting home as well. I had a lovely time with you today.” Rarity said.

“So did I. I don't suppose we could do this again some time?”

Rarity smiled as leaned forward pecking Spike's cheek making his face turn red, “I'd love that very much.”

She then walked a few steps away before looking back at the stupefied boy, “Until next time, my Spikey-Wikey.”

Spike's blushed increased from what Rarity addressed him as before the girl headed off. Spike watched her disappear down the block as Drakon nudged him.

“Well, one date and already you got yourself an affectionate nickname.”

“That's the nicest thing anyone's truly called me.” Spike said in wonder.

“Feels good, doesn't it?” Drakon asked.

“Yeah. Feels very good.” a smile grew on his face as he went inside his house feeling very pleased with himself.