Medical Procedures

The experience of staying cooped up in some building, being trapped inside the same colored walls for a month, sometimes longer can usually leave somepony such as Rainbow Dash in a state of severe discomfort. If it weren’t for her friends coming by to visit along with the nurses spending time with her as well, by the last day, Rainbow might’ve gone insane.

Of course, Twilight wearing those enchantingly enticing garments didn’t help much. A few times, just before her final day with the cast still bandaging her hoof, Rainbow felt obligated to request Twilight coming in nude, but that still wouldn't have solved her problem.

For the most part, Rainbow had been around Twilight long enough for the effects to leave a residual drag, one in which that eventually drains out of Rainbow’s system with time. Not to mention with Rainbow having these fairly new feelings, Twilight being fully unclothed around her would only provoke even more lust; secretly, Twilight would’ve had sexual thoughts running through her mind as well.

Nevertheless, the day had finally arrived when Rainbow’s bandages could be removed completely. She’d put up with the factors that made her stay almost impossible to live through quite well for somepony with her stature. She was, after all, a free spirit. She usually did what she wanted, so long as nopony else was hurt in the process.

Even though she was confined to stay within the clinic, she still had an insatiable appetite for flight and freedom, not that the place was that bad, but her desire for the open air was common with pegasi. Even Fluttershy longed to take to the skies for long periods of time, if only at a very low altitude.

“So, you see doc, it’s not really being here that’s made me antsy,” Rainbow explained while her cast was being removed. “I, just like the Wonderbolts, Fluttershy, and all the other pegasi almost need to fly, or we go bonkers!”

“Interesting,” Dr. Stables said. “And that’s why you’ll have to start tomorrow?”

“Right! I need at least a day to-” The cast was removed. “Oh sweet Celestia! Is that my hoof?!”

She looked away and covered her eyes while the doctor rolled his. “Don’t move it,” he instructed. “I warned you how deformed it’d be! Now, this is an extremely delicate process, for regeneration isn’t like growing a plant where the roots can bend. Your bones could wind up being severely altered with the slightest twitch, so I must advise you, Rainbow; keep still.”

Slowly, her hoof was magically lifted onto a tiny table by the doctor’s careful magic. Rainbow peered her eyes passed the other, and lowered to watch. A light glow circled around the edges, and Dr. Stables kept his eyes watching all the while, concentrating with a bit of sweat forming upon his brow.

For an hour, Rainbow stayed perfectly still, gazing at the instance and marveling at how her hoof almost instantly filled with muscle. Just like that, instead of having to work all that enhancement out again for possibly almost a month, her appendage was completely healed in one day.

After Dr. Stables stopped, he huffed, double checked his work, and smiled. “Well, that’s that! You’re free to go, but of course, I need some paperwork filled out. I promise, though. It won’t take more than a few minutes of your time.”

Rainbow pouted, “What? No! I’ve had enough of being in here! Can’t I just… take a really, really quick soar around Ponyville… and to Cloudsdale… then to Canterlot, and finally-”

“Rainbow…”

She stopped, scowled at the floor with a scrunched up muzzle and resisted the intense urge to easily fly right out the window next to them, but thankfully for the the doctor, she composed herself long enough to skim some forms, sign some signature spots, and discuss her future job with Dr. Stables.

As the final form rested casually on top of her side table, Rainbow scratched her itchy neck and confessed, “I’m dying to get outta here. Please, tell me we’re all done!”

“Almost,” Dr. Stables assured. “All that’s left is a briefing on both your future job and your recent healing.”

Rainbow grunted and slouched in her seat, but reluctantly listened. “Alright,” She said, partly in a growl. “But make it quick…”

The doctor smirked, a bit amused at his patient’s impatience. “Alright, okay. Your work will be simple. Basically, you’ll be Twilight’s personal assistant.”

“Wait,” Rainbow interrupted. “Isn’t she your assistant? Or am I missing something?”

“Well, yes… and no; you see, she’s pretty much a secretary of sorts. She does paperwork, mostly. She’s filling in for Nurse Redheart, who originally did what Twilight’s doing. She’ll be back only over a week from now. In the meantime, I wish for somepony like Twilight to be able to focus on her already tough job.”

Rainbow became somewhat suspicious. “But… I’m not only gonna be taking orders from her, am I?”

The stallion giggled, “No, you won’t… I’ll also have some rather basic assignments for you as well, everything you can handle, I promise. It’s mainly running and getting folders, or closing up after hours. Your duties may also consist of watching the front desk, or greeting the incoming ponies who Twilight or I might not be available to greet immediately.”

Rainbow nodded and held her chin. “Fetch stuff, watch the front desk, socialize with customers, and close up… That’s pretty simple if you ask me!”

He laughed. “Well, on days like the ones in this week, and hopefully the next, we should be slow. However, I can tell you right now, Rainbow Dash, when later days arrive, you might have to strain yourself just a teensie bit harder. Though, that shouldn’t be a problem for you, right?”

“Not at all!”

“Good.” Dr. Stables glanced down. “Now then, your hoof.”

Rainbow smugly flexed it and asked, “Yeah, it’s awesome, isn’t it?”

Dr. Stables shook his head while fighting back a grin. “Indeed,” he joked. “But seriously, please, give me your attention.”

As Rainbow lowered her hoof and leaned slightly in, her ears perked up to show the unicorn she was listening. “Go on, I’m all ears doc.”

“Mmhmm...” Dr. Stables placed his hoof on Rainbow’s and pointed around the tip. “If you feel any abnormal pressure around here, that’s normal. But, if it begins to hurt, come on back and tell me. Around the upper elbow might feel wobbly while you walk, but that’s expected. Just remember to eat more often, drink plenty of fluids, and take it easy on this hoof.”

“That’s it?” Rainbow questioned.

“Yep! You’ll be here for the most part, so it’s not really required for you to return for check-ups. If I notice you having a tough time trotting, I’ll be able to help you right away. Remember, though, if you feel any soreness after quite some time has passed, I’ll need to know about it.”

Rainbow chuckled, stretched both hooves out, the very tips touching, and stood. “No problem! Now, get me outta here.”

“Right this way.”

The two left Rainbow’s room, leaving a few of her personal belongings behind, but that wouldn’t be much of a problem. She already planned to come back later that day to pick her stuff up. While passing by the front desk, she noticed Twilight had already gone home for the day. She had hoped to say goodbye, only to show up the very next day to surprise her.

It was too bad circumstances didn’t work out for her, but then, Twilight knew her friend was leaving. She already had it in mind, if she couldn’t say bye to Rainbow today, then tomorrow, but not even that would happen. All throughout the next day, Twilight and Rainbow wouldn’t meet one another, both wondering where each other were.

Of course, by the time Rainbow got started, she’d learn about the impeccable timing of Twilight’s day off, but as for Rarity…

“Please, please, please Rarity?! I need somepony to take my place!”

“Absolutely not! I’ve been there before, and the smell, the food, and that flirty doctor!”

Within the Carousel Boutique, Twilight was justly working on convincing her friend to fill in for her, a seemingly futile attempt thus far. Rarity was finding whatever absurd excuse not to go even though there was really little reason. “Rarity,” Twilight pleaded. ”What will get you to just…”

“Just what Twilight?” Rarity asked, determined not to lighten up on this. “Name one reason why I should go! Even if it’s for one day, I couldn’t stand being in there for even an hour! I took Sweetie Belle down there for a check up, and you would not believe the attitude of the doctor I consulted with!”

“Which doctor was that?” Twilight asked, not believing this for a second.

“His name was something off, not really catchy in the least bit…”

“... Dr. Hard? Rock Hard?”

“Yes! That’s the one! He kept complimenting me on my mane, a real pretty colt, too. Long eyelashes, that sort of thing.”

Twilight snickered, “Did he have a gold earring, too?”

“Yes!”

Twilight stumbled back, longing to burst into sheer laughter. “Pfft...!”

“What’s so funny? He was obviously hitting on me! Granted, he was unique, and charming, and very kind, but that’s beside the point! I can’t be seen around a hound dog like him!”

Twilight collapsed to the floor, unable to hold in her amusement. “He’s gay!”

“Wh-what?!” Rarity’s eyes widened gradually once the realization sank in. “... Oh.”

Twilight got back up, slightly enjoying this a little too much, but asked in between giggles, “So, you’ll do it?”

Rarity frowned for a second, but let go of her small anger towards being so silly, and nodded. “So long as nopony flirts with me while I’m there, I suppose I’m alright with it. Still, though, the smell! The tasteless food! I honestly can’t see how you manage to work there for even a minute!”

Twilight sighed and reminded Rarity, “Yeah, but it’s only a day. Thanks, I owe you one.” Then, a thought crossed her mind. “Oh, and by the way. Did you see what the nurses wear? I know you’re gonna love it...”

From within her worksack, Twilight pulled out her uniform to show off while Rarity gawked at it, open mouthed and a sparkle clearly visible in her eye. “Oh… my gosh. Twilight, you… you!” She had to pause for a deep breath. “Why in the wide, wide world of Equestria didn’t you tell me about this in the first place?! If I’d known about this, I wouldn’t have given even the slightest thought about whatshisface!”

“Dr. Hard?”

Rarity simply kept looking at the outfit Twilight held with her magic. “Who?”

In order to retrieve Rarity’s attention, Twilight had to return her things to the saddlebag, Rarity watching while the enchanted clothes were securely returned to their proper place. Once they were gone, Twilight’s friend was able to focus once more, if only a bit shaken by that whole experience. “Come on down to Equestria, Rarity!”

“Wha- Huh?”

Twilight brought the loopy mare’s sight to her own. “Now then, you’ll need to get there fairly early… Are you listening? Or still thinking about what you’ll be wearing?”

Rarity looked from Twilight to the bag a few times. “Will I be allowed to keep them?”

Twilight face-hoofed. “Ugh! Listen!” Rarity halted her nonsense. “When you get inside, all that needs to be done from there is to speak with Dr. Stables, the one at the front desk. You’ve met him before, right?”

Rarity nodded. “Oh, of course! He was the one I talked to before.”

“Good, and he’ll instruct you on what to do from there on.” Twilight looked around. “I, uh… guess that’s all.”

“Goodie,” Rarity cheered, clapping her hooves. “Now, let me see that uniform, just one more time!”

In Twilight’s mind, she understood the fact that Spike would need an actual reason for being there in the first place. Luckily, Twilight still had a few forms to fill out, and knew the exact time Rarity would be a the front desk along with Dr. Stables.

All Spike would have to do was walk in and drop them off for her. Assuming all went according to plan, he’d get his chance. As for if he would have the courage to go through with it was an entirely different situation altogether.