When her relationship with Applejack turns sour, Twilight attempts to bury herself in her studies. Specifically, the study of Discord and what his chaos magic means for Equestria. Nothing could have prepared her for the answers she finds.

Twilight Sparkle is at the top of her world. She's found her place in life, made friends that love her, and her relationship with Applejack has never been better. Twilight enters a turning point in her life, and nothing may ever be the same.

An unexpected encounter with a dear friend leaves Rainbow Dash scrambling to figure out her feelings on life, love, and physical affection.

As she continues studying the effects of romance on her relationship with Applejack, Twilight is forced to confront the darker side of love.

Twilight takes Applejack up on a chance to study new kinds of relationship, but is this experiment worth the risk to the important friendships she's made in Ponyville?