Music for the Masses

Rarity and Rainbow Dash were now officially a couple, but Rarity still couldn't tell her about Vinyl Scratch. That secret seemed too dark, and Rainbow Dash clearly had a soft spot for Vinyl. Rarity's obsession with music was growing, and almost everywhere she went she would check for records and instruments to learn. She even began to sing more, much to Sweetie Belle's delight.

Meanwhile, Rainbow Dash was eager to introduce Rarity to Vinyl Scratch. Even though she was now loyal to Rarity now, and didn't intend to sensually interact with Vinyl Scratch anymore, she thought the two mares might get along. They were both confident, and music lovers.

"I have a friend to introduce you to," Rainbow Dash said to Rarity one day. Rarity was working on an order, and even though she was beginning to find the whole thing so tedious, she worked hard and skillfully.

"Oh?" Rarity asked.

"Yeah, have you ever been to a club?" Rainbow Dash queried, enthusiastically.

"No, darling!" Rarity quickly denied, and laughed nervously.

"You will love it! There's lots of music, all sorts, like that dark synthpop you like! Everyone dances together, and I find it to be a really romantic atmosphere. It's dark, but there are lights everywhere. And of course, cider!"

"I'll try it," Rarity agreed, knowing already how much she loves the environment.

"I have to introduce you to this DJ, Rarity," Rainbow Dash explained, "She's so cool!"

"Yes, darling..." Rarity said, curtly.

***

"Let's go!" Rainbow Dash said to Rarity once she was all done dressing up and had met her in the living room. Rarity already knew that she would not meet Vinyl Scratch at the club last night, but she agreed to go to the club anyways. It would be so fun!

"Do what you want, I don't care!" Rarity replied, grinning. Rainbow Dash nudged Rarity with a wing and rushed out the door. Rarity followed her, but quickly instructed her not to run so fast. Tonight was in the hands of fate, and Rarity was handing herself over on a plate. Rarity liked following Rainbow Dash's lead.

Rainbow Dash led Rarity into the club when they arrived, very loud music playing. The floors shook, vibrating, and lights flashed. It smelled of cider, sweat, and perfume. The smell was acrid, but it felt like home. Rarity was soon swaying side to side, grooving to the beat. Rainbow Dash grinned at her, excited that she was willing to try new things.

Rainbow Dash led her onto the dance floor, and they danced in circles, laughing and flirting playfully. For several minutes, Rarity forgot that she was a pristine beauty queen. She was, instead, Rarity of the clubbies. She was dark, mysterious, and completely beautiful. Her cutie mark was a fake, for sure. Could it change?

Rainbow Dash led Rarity outside to chat, where a group of smoking ponies were getting a quick fix.

"Vinyl's not here tonight," Rainbow Dash sighed. Rarity's heart smiled.

"She's not?" she asked.

"No, it's a different DJ. Such a shame, you would really love Vinyl!"

"I'm sure I would, darling. Should we dance more?"

"You're enthusiastic!" Rainbow Dash exclaimed, her wings stretching out excitedly. A grin split across her face.

"I can be spontaneous."

"Let's dance!" Rainbow whooped, running back into the club. The two ponies danced close feeling a buzz of affection and music. Love and lights and vibrations shook them. Rarity listened closely to the music.

Do what you want, I'm going cheap... Tonight. You're behind the wheel, tonight.

Rainbow Dash was behind the wheel and Rarity was so pleased. For once in recent history, she forgot her troubles.