Sisterhooves Surprise

As Rainbow Dash awoke, she realized that turmoil of events was just a dream.  However, the perfect idea for a present came to her.  She would officially adopt Scootaloo as a little sister.  But was she really prepared for this?  Or would she end up biting off more than she could chew?  She decided to talk to her friend Applejack.  She and Applejack shared some interests, and Applejack had a little sister.  Rainbow Dash decided to ask Applejack what it’s like to be a big sister.

“Well, Rainbow, I sure am glad you stopped in.  We got all them apples to buck, and hooey!  I sure am exhausted,” Applejack greeted in her Southern accent.

“Applejack!  I need to know what it’s like to be a big sister!” Rainbow Dash exclaimed.

Applejack smiled.  “Why, ya thinkin’ of adoptin’ Scootaloo?” she asked.

Rainbow Dash did a double take.  Could Applejack read minds now or something?  “Yeah.  For a special birthday gift,” Rainbow Dash replied.

Applejack smiled again.  “Well, let me start from the beginnin’.  Bein’ a sister is more than just havin’ fun together.  You need to respect each other’s differences.  You see, it’s like apple pie.  You can have amazin’ apples, and you can have really good crust.  But it won’t taste good unless it’s together.  See, Rainbow, I really want ya to know what ya gettin’ yourself into.  I don’t want ya to regret your decision.  Maybe I can let you have Apple Bloom for a day, so you can figure out whether ya up to it or not,” Applejack stated.

“But what about Scootaloo?  When she sees Apple Bloom tagging along like that, she’s going to think something’s up,” Rainbow Dash asked.

Applejack sighed.  “Well, I got nuthin’ I can do ‘bout that.  All I can say is to avoid hangin’ out with Scootaloo for the day, That is, if ya really want this to be a surprise.  Ya know what?  Maybe I can have Scootaloo help around the farm a bit.  But I know she’d rather be with ya.”

Rainbow Dash looked crestfallen.  “Yeah.  I guess that’ll work.  I mean, it’s all worth it in the end isn’t it?” she said, looking hopeful.

“It sure as sugar is,” Applejack answered.  Then she turned to the fields.  “APPLE BLOOM!  GET YOUR TAIL OVER HERE, YA LITTLE WHIPPERSNAPPER!” she yelled loudly.  Immediately, a yellow filly with a red mane and a pink bow the size of her face galloped out of the fields.

“Hiya, sis!  What do you need?” Apple Bloom asked.

“Well, ya see, Rainbow over here is thinkin’ of adoptin’ Scootaloo as a lil’ sis,” Applejack explained.

Apple Bloom’s eyes lit up like the city lights in Manehattan.  “Really?  Oh my goodness, that’ll be sweet!  And that’s perfect, ‘cause her birthday’s comin’ up!” she squealed.  “Do ya want me to oversee the ceremony?  ‘Cause I can write one hay of a speech!”

Applejack turned to Apple Bloom.  “Lil’ sis, there’s somethin’ else I need ya to do.  See, Rainbow has never had a sister before.  She needs to be prepared, if she’s gonna take on Scootaloo.  Apple Bloom, could ya’ stay with Rainbow until tomorrow night?” Applejack requested.  Then she turned to Rainbow Dash.  “Bring her back at about sundown.  Tomorrow’s an Apple family dinner, and she hates to miss those,” she added.

Apple Bloom nodded.  “Well, if it’s for Scootaloo, then I’ll do it!  After all, Rainbow Dash is really cool!” she eagerly responded.

“Well, Apple Bloom, ya better pack everything ya need.  Don’t forget your toothbrush.  I don’t want ya gettin’ them cavities.”

“Of course, Applejack!” Apple Bloom answered obediently.  Then she ran off.

Minutes later, Apple Bloom showed up with her saddlebags packed.

“All right, Rainbow Dash!  I’m ready to go!” she exclaimed eagerly.

“I’ll see ya tomorrow night!” Applejack yelled with a wave of her hoof.

Together Apple Bloom and Rainbow Dash trotted off.