The Unrequited Love of the Bon-Bon

Chapters

Bon-Bon's Crush
Some Professional Advice
Spying on Lyra
Bon-Bon Tries to Cope
Bon-Bon and Pinkie Pie?
Of Course, You're Bon-Bon

Bon-Bon's Crush

Bon-Bon could feel the spring air on her body in the open grassy fields of Ponyville. The air felt so nice and crisp. It was neither too hot nor too cold; the weather was just right.
She was all alone and couldn't remember how she got to the fields.
However, Bon-Bon didn't care much about either of those things at the moment. It was a beautiful day in Ponyville and she was going to enjoy it and stop asking questions. Bon-Bon felt compelled to walk across the field. The grass felt nice under her hooves. There was only one more thing needed which could make this day perfect.

Suddenly, she heard somepony call out, "Bonnie!"

Could it be? Oh yes, it was the most perfect unicorn in all of Equestria: a turquoise colored unicorn with a lyre cutie mark. She was typically cheerful even though a tad naïve. She was also appropriately named Lyra. Lyra Heartstrings.

"Lyra", shouted Bon-Bon.

Lyra beckoned Bon-Bon to move towards her. Bon-Bon kept on walking. It seemed strange to Bon-Bon that Lyra was so close, yet so far. Bon-Bon kept walking but she never seemed to reach Lyra. It felt like Bon-Bon was walking in place and Lyra was unattainable.

Suddenly, Lyra popped up right in front of Bon-Bon. This shocked Bon-Bon but she was mostly glad to be near Lyra.

"I love you, Bon-Bon", said Lyra softly.

"I love you too, Lyra", replied Bon-Bon.

The two mares began to kiss. As Bon-Bon let her tongue roll around in Lyra's mouth, Bon-Bon knew this day was now perfect.

Suddenly, it all stopped.

Bon-Bon opened her eyes. It was dark outside and Bon-Bon was in her bed licking her blanket.

It was all just a dream.

She could hear the rain fall from inside. "Great", thought Bon-Bon, "even the weather was just a dream."

Why did the weather team have to schedule a downpour in the middle of the night? However, Bon-Bon supposed that it was better at night than in day when ponies were out and about. Bon-Bon was a notoriously light sleeper and knew she wouldn't be able to go back to sleep. Work would be a bitch today. It would be awful.

She looked up at the ceiling. There was one pony which came to mind: Lyra. Bon-Bon has had feelings for Lyra for years now. The two of them had always been great friends. In fact, Bon-Bon and Lyra shared a two bedroom apartment together. They knew each other since elementary school at Ponyville. The two simply shared a bond which Bon-Bon knew couldn't compare to any connection she had with other ponies. Lyra was Bon-Bon's roommate and best friend. However, Bon-Bon also wanted Lyra to be her marefriend. Bon-Bon knew that Lyra cared for her, however, given that their friendship was so strong - it was hard for Bon-Bon to determine whether Lyra was attracted to Bon-Bon or not. Lyra would always refer to Bon-Bon as a "great friend". This was indeed a compliment but could they be more than friends?

The rain had stopped and Bon-Bon drifted off to sleep.

Bon-Bon was in Canterlot by Princess Celestia's castle. It was dark outside, but peaceful.
All she knew was that she wanted to get back to Ponyville. Ponyville was home, not Canterlot.
Canterlot was old-money and snobbish.
Bon-Bon made a pretty good salary for her age but was from a humble earth pony family with no prestige.
Even if Bon-Bon's wealth could someday surpass that of most of the rich ponies in Canterlot, they would always remind Bon-Bon of her "poor upbringing". Ponyville wasn't like that at all.

Suddenly, Princess Luna appeared in front of Bon-Bon's line of vision.
Princess Luna was a dark blue alicorn, which is essentially an overpowered pony beyond extremes.

"Ms. Sweetie Bon-Bon Drops, you are in a dream right now", said Luna in a booming voice of royalty, "I am here to give you an important message."
Bon-Bon was surprised that she didn't wake up from her dream. Generally, a pony will wake up upon realization that it is all a dream.

"What's the message", asked Bon-Bon.

"To me, it appears you have been living in a prison for many years now. You must let your feelings out for the pony you care about most. You must do so to free yourself from the burdens placed upon you."

Bon-Bon could feel the adrenaline rush. She loved the idea of telling Lyra the truth. However, only if Lyra reciprocated. It was probably moreso that Luna spoke with such a commanding and intimidating tone which got Bon-Bon's heart racing. Additionally, Luna still reminded Bon-Bon very much of Nightmare Moon, a pony which had terrified Bon-Bon to an unreasonable extreme as a foal. Every pony had fears of the mare on the moon, however, Bon-Bon was always watching out for Nightmare Moon. Bon-Bon had only gotten over her fear after Luna's visit to Ponyville during Nightmare Night.

Bon-Bon was terrified and could barely speak.

"But.. Nightmare.. I mean, Luna, I just can't... what if Lyra.. um..."

"Rejects you?"

"Yes, that thing!"

"It will hurt, yes, if she rejects you. However, do you really want to live the rest of your life like this? Loving your best friend from afar. A best friend should not cause pain and suffering but happiness and understanding", said Luna in a softer and kinder tone. Good. This calmed Bon-Bon down significantly.

"I know. I don't think Lyra will be mean to me. It's just I know what I want from Lyra and I am afraid."

"Face your fears, Bon-Bon. You must do so."

Princess Luna then vanished into thin air.

Bon-Bon woke up in a cold sweat. That was terrifying. Nightmare Moon.. er.. Luna was in her dream. However, Luna was right. Bon-Bon couldn't live like this anymore. She couldn't hide her feelings for Lyra from Lyra forever. Bon-Bon knew going back to sleep would be impossible at this point. She got out of bed.

Bon-Bon looked at herself in the mirror. She should be more confident in disclosing her feelings to Lyra. Bon-Bon always made sure she looked her prettiest every day, making sure that her mane was perfectly symmetrical: one side being pink and the other side being dark blue, with both sides being curled at the front. Bon-Bon liked the look and she had gotten a lot of compliments on it from mares and stallions alike. Bon-Bon had to admit that her mane style matched her blue eyes and facial features quite nicely. There was only one opinion which really mattered to Bon-Bon in that regard, the opinion of Lyra. Lyra absolutely loved how Bon-Bon took care of her appearance. Lyra did find Bon-Bon to be pretty, so what was the problem?

The problem was that Bon-Bon was unable to gauge with confidence whether Lyra had feelings for her. Lyra wasn't some pony from afar. Lyra was Bon-Bon's best friend. They did almost everything together. Lyra never even had a marefriend or stallionfriend before. Bon-Bon did have some flings here and there but none of them lasted long. None of them were Lyra Heartstrings. Ponies would often ask Bon-Bon if she and Lyra were dating. Lyra would also get the same question. It broke Bon-Bon's heart anytime Lyra responded truthfully yet without any hesitation or sense of disappointment, "Nope, we're just friends."

Yea. It was stuff like that which made Bon-Bon wary of asking Lyra out on a date. Additionally, how would that change things? The two of them would regularly go out to dinner or see a movie together as friends. Lyra would make comments though that she wished she could be as pretty as Bon-Bon. That was definitely not true in Bon-Bon's mind. However, Bon-Bon had to admit that when they went to nightclubs together for some dancing and girlish fun, ponies would hit on Bon-Bon with greater frequency than Lyra. Most of Bon-Bon's relationships were pointless though. All the mares and stallions she dated wanted from her was sex and not love.

Her three longest-lasting flings were with one stallion [Caramel] and two mares [Flitter and Trixie.. don't ask about Trixie though]. None of them seemed to really love Bon-Bon. Most important of all though, she couldn't find it in her heart to love any of them.

Caramel was a gentlecolt but they didn't have much in common. Caramel wanted some simple and easygoing pony like him. Bon-Bon was a lot of things but simple and easygoing were not her. However, Caramel did like Bon-Bon's baking skills. It was Bon-Bon's favorite hobby. Caramel and Bon-Bon were still good friends.

Trixie was arrogant and obnoxious, but she grew obsessed and clingy to Bon-Bon, up to the point where Bon-Bon had to threaten Trixie with a restraining order. Trixie continued the behavior months after Bon-Bon broke up with her. Out of the three though, Trixie was the best in bed. Bon-Bon wondered if it had to do from the fact that Trixie was a unicorn. However, Bon-Bon chalked it up to experience and Trixie just being a crazy bitch. Lyra, Bon-Bon imagined, wouldn't be quite as good initially due to lack of experience. Bon-Bon freaked the last two times that Trixie visited Ponyville. Thankfully, Trixie was more interested in trying to upstage Twilight Sparkle and didn't even stop by to say hello. Trixie went through some tough times apparently. However, that wasn't Bon-Bon's problem and she knew better than any pony that Trixie was her own worst enemy.

Flitter was the closest to being a real relationship. She was smart, sassy, and had good intentions - kind of like Bon-Bon. They got along really well. However, Bon-Bon had trouble going on with the relationship in the long run since she was far too obsessed with Lyra. Flitter noticed that Bon-Bon would really light up when Lyra was around. This made Flitter feel very insecure about the relationship. In fact, Flitter even dressed up as Lyra once with hopes that Bon-Bon would love it. However, Flitter was nothing like Lyra. Flitter was also far too mean to Lyra whenever she was around. Bon-Bon knew it was out of jealousy. However, Lyra was very sensitive to Flitter's put-downs. Bon-Bon got fed up and had a decision to make. It seemed she could either keep dating Flitter or stay good friends with Lyra. Bon-Bon chose the friendship with Lyra, following her heart.

Bon-Bon could hear the lyre playing. It was just so beautiful. Lyra was the best lyre player in Ponyville, and perhaps all of Equestria. The music was soft and romantic. It sounded exactly like what Bon-Bon imagined their relationship would be like. Bon-Bon hoped that was how things were meant to be someday. Bon-Bon also thought to herself that Lyra was up awfully early. Lyra, with many of her shows being at night, was generally a late sleeper. That wasn't like Lyra at all.

Bon-Bon glanced at the clock on the wall.

Shit, Bon-Bon overslept! It was 9 AM and she needed to be at work by 9 AM.

Bon-Bon immediately called her boss, Filthy Rich, on her cell phone.

"Hello, Bon-Bon."

"Rich, I will be running a little late today, I am so sorry."

"It's alright. Not a problem. When do you think you will be in?"

"Umm.. by 10."

"I'll see you then."

Good, that would be enough time to take a shower and to talk to Lyra before Bon-Bon had to be at work.

Author's Note

Apologies in advance if I broke the canon regarding cell phones existing in Equestria.
Along the same lines as the Internet in "A Troll in Equestria".
Princess Celestia stole items from the humans.. I mean.. is the greatest inventor of all time.

Some Professional Advice

Bon-Bon was all ready for work. She figured she would stop by to say hello to Lyra first.

Bon-Bon knocked on Lyra's door.

"Bonnie?"

"Yes, it's me. May I come in?"

"Of course, but shouldn't you be at work?"

"Yea, but I overslept and am running a little late. I told my boss I would be there at 10."

The door opened. Lyra's room was an utter mess. The floor was her shelf, closet, and storage.
Bon-Bon was such a neat freak by comparison. Lyra gave Bon-Bon a smile of warmth and wonder. So many ponies had asked Bon-Bon what exactly she saw in Lyra. There were so many things and Lyra's smile was one of them.

"Bon-Bon, you don't know how happy it makes me that I am actually seeing you at this time of day."

"Yea, kind of my fault too. I had some trouble sleeping."

"Oh no. I'm sorry. I hope it wasn't my fault.. I have a big concert coming up in three days and have been practicing hardcore."

Not at all. Lyra would probably not even able to fathom exactly what was going through Bon-Bon's head.

"No, not that. I guess I have had a lot on my mind recently."

"Heh heh, that doesn't surprise me. You can never shut that brilliant mind of yours off, huh?"

"I guess not. Work's been nuts recently."

"I read in the paper. Filthy Rich is expanding his business to the Griffon Kingdom, is that true?"

"Sort of. He is planning on expanding to the Griffon Kingdom. However, it is up to some pony.. a.k.a me.. to do all the research to determine whether it is a wise move."

"He puts a lot of trust in you."

"I guess."

Bon-Bon worked as Rich's bookkeeper, financial advisor, and personal assistant. She was a star student at Derby University which also happened to be Rich's alma mater. Rich had trouble finding somepony able to handle the complex nature and everchanging environment of the department store industry. However, Bon-Bon caught on to everything very quickly. Bon-Bon was never quite able to figure out if it was because she was so smart or every pony else around her was simply dumb. It didn't matter much from an economic well-being standpoint though. Rich was grateful for all she had done for his corporation and paid her a pretty nice salary too - one with the promise of generous raises on an annual basis.

"Stop guessing, start knowing, Bon-Bon."

"The world is always changing."

"Does that mean humans are likely to return to Equestria?"

"Well except that."

Lyra stuck her tongue out. Lyra was absolutely obsessed with humans. Bon-Bon never really understood what was so great about this relatively obscure mythological creature. With that said, Bon-Bon eagerly obtained knowledge on the human to impress Lyra. If Bon-Bon could turn into a human, Lyra would go gaga for her.

"What are you doing for Hearts and Hooves Day?"

Lyra asked that out of the blue, but Hearts and Hooves Day was tomorrow.

"Ummm... I dunno... probably working."

"Doesn't surprise me, you're Bon-Bon."

This was Bon-Bon's chance. She could let her feelings known to Lyra. She got very nervous and her heart was racing. Bon-Bon knew what she wanted to say but why wasn't her mouth moving.

"Bonnie, are you okay?"

"Oh yes, I am. I guess I er... don't know what.. must be the sleep deprivation. I still need to drink coffee."

Lyra giggled.

"Oh Bon-Bon, you crack me up sometimes. I love you for that."

An "I love you" from Lyra? Yes! Well, sort of.. but damn it, Bon-Bon was going to interpret that the way she wanted it to be.

"I suppose. Every time I crack you up, you crack me up ten times."

"My parents always said I could go work in the circus."

"Aren't you?"

"Shut up. Playing a lyre is way cooler than whatever it is you do.. look at boring spreadsheets and all of those numbers, blah."

"No way, I totally have a blast!"

Bon-Bon looked at her watch. It was 9:45. She had to leave now.

"In fact, work is so much fun that I can't wait to leave.. er.. now. I'll see you tonight, Lyra!"

"See you tonight, Bon-Bon!"

Bon-Bon was walking to work. Screw Hearts and Hooves Day. Bon-Bon had bigger things to do than worry about a commercialized holiday.. oh crap, that was the big thing this week at Barnyard Bargains. All of those Hearts and Hooves Day sales, it was the here and now. Bon-Bon silently hoped that there would be more discussion on Griffon expansion than the holiday tomorrow. The H&H day sale strategy had been finalized and implemented over a week ago anyway. Any changes would have little to no effect on the department store.

Bon-Bon arrived at work. The corporate office of Barnyard Bargains was one of Ponyville's most impressive buildings - its architecture was very Manehattan-esque... simple, sleek, and efficient.

Bon-Bon arrived at her office and saw a stack of papers on her desk. It was going to be a busy day.

"Good morning Bon-Bon."

"Good morning Rich. How are you?"

"Everything is quite pleasant. However, my dear wife talked me into making a reservation for Le Chef for our Hearts and Hooves day dinner."

"I know that must disappoint you. I'm more familiar with the prices of the food than the food itself."

"Ho ho, indeed. I told her that Sugarcube Corner is the most romantic place in all of Ponyville but she doesn't believe me."

"I know what you mean. Is the food even that good at Le Chef?"

"It would be a lot better if it was cheaper."

Bon-Bon liked that attitude in Rich; he was always looking to save money and thought of the future.

"Have there been any more discussions about the Griffon expansion?"

"Yes, but not in the way I want things to be. The Board isn't convinced that is a prudent move at this time. However, I simply think that they don't like griffons that much. We have plenty of griffons using our stores, particularly those based in Vanhoover which has a relatively large griffon population. I told them that Ms. Drops is my number whiz and she'll show you it is a good decision economically."

"What did they say about that?"

"Perrywig told me that if Ms. Drops has any sense of integrity, she would discover that it is an awful idea and let that know to all."

"I can't say anything for certain yet. I don't like to make assumptions when it comes to matters of such importance."

"I know. That's what I like about you. You only do what is truly best for the company."

"You won't be hurt if my analysis concludes that we shouldn't move forward with the expansion, right?"

"Not you, Bon-Bon. Because well, you're Bon-Bon."

Bon-Bon chuckled. What did that even mean? Lyra would always say that to her too. Was Bon-Bon that easy to read?

"Are you doing anything special for Hearts and Hooves Day?

"No, nothing. Enough time to get that analysis done for you, right?"

"That's a shame. I guess you haven't asked your roommate out on a date yet."

Huh? Well, one of Bon-Bon's chatty coworkers probably talked about Lyra to Rich.

"Oh.. who told you about that?"

"Pinkie Pie. She knows everything about every pony. I mentioned you worked for me and she just started talking on about you and this Lyra girl. She sounds like a real sweetheart."

"Yea, I know...". Bon-Bon had to remind herself to scream at Pinkie for talking about that to her boss.

"I can understand what you're going through. Don't make the same mistake I made."

"What mistake?"

"Let's put it this way. I lost the chance to marry for love."

"I think I understand."

"It is nerve-wracking. I know from experience, but be brave. You will regret it for the rest of your life."

"Dang. You've been talking too much to Pinkie Pie."

"Oh yes, the things you hear from her. She admittedly thinks you and Lyra are inseparable."

Bon-Bon supposed Pinkie was right about that.

"Thank you for the advice. I am aware of what could lie ahead if I don't talk to Lyra about it."

"Keep in mind that you are free to do as you please here. It's just I thought I would offer some professional advice on the matter."

Bon-Bon wondered exactly what Filthy Rich went through. She had met Rich's wife before: a unicorn named Trophy Mare from Canterlot. She was classy but unbearably elitist. Their relationship always felt more political than personal. They had one daughter together named Diamond Tiara. Bon-Bon never met their daughter. She hoped Diamond Tiara was more like Rich than Trophy for Rich's sake.

"Not a problem. I will definitely keep that in mind."

"Good. Lucky for you too that there the analysis is due long after Hearts and Hooves Day."

"Yea, lucky me."

"Sales revenue is higher for Hearts and Hooves Day week than it has been in years. I never knew you could make chocolate candies."

"It's a favorite hobby of mine, Rich. My mother is a baker actually."

"Runs in the family! Please bake for the next office party, Bon-Bon."

"Of course."

"Good. I have a meeting to attend, but make me proud."

"As always, Rich."

Rich went to his office.

Bon-Bon got to her desk and looked at the pile of papers. She recognized the griffon logo on the top paper: a golden griffon flying in the air with sharp talons and a lion's tail. She wondered to herself about what the griffons would think of a department store created by ponies and for ponies. However, such feelings didn't and shouldn't play a role in the conclusion of her analysis. She would determine how much revenue was being generated by purchases by griffons and whether it was worth the extra operating expenses. Filthy Rich had some big ideas. It was up to Bon-Bon to bring those ideas down to earth. She knew that Rich wasn't always practical, he didn't like the nitty-gritty details of things.

After work, Bon-Bon had to think of something else, what to do for Hearts and Hooves Day? Lyra brought it up, maybe she was going to surprise Bon-Bon with some flowers and chocolates! That would be exciting. Bon-Bon would have to find out somehow what Lyra was up to today. It would help Bon-Bon in her decision of how to ask Lyra out on a date. Bon-Bon decided, she was finally going to do it!! Bon-Bon knew that Lyra liked to shop around Ponyville Square around lunchtime. Hmmmm, perhaps Bon-Bon could use her lunch break for the purpose of finding out exactly what Lyra was up to on this day of love.

Author's Note

I hope you all are liking this story!

Spying on Lyra

The clock struck one.
Bon-Bon figured now was a good time to go on her lunch break.
Bon-Bon wasn't hungry for food. She was hungry for information.
Could she find out if Lyra was doing anything for Hearts and Hooves Day?
The feeling of anxiety was greater than ever for Bon-Bon. She knew she was taking some big risks here.

Bon-Bon left the corporate building and made her way to the comparatively rustic town square.
It was a cool and sunny day. A lot of ponies were out and about. Few ponies in Ponyville worked the corporate lifestyle Bon-Bon did.
She looked around, hoping to find Lyra. This could have been a lost cause. Lyra was not a pony of routine or habit. It was just Lyra often went to town square around this time of day.

A minute later, Bon-Bon saw that it wasn't a lost cause.

There was Lyra. She was all by herself. Where was she going? Bon-Bon hid behind some bushes concentrating on where Lyra was going. Bon-Bon couldn't believe how beautiful and perfect Lyra was: the way she walked, the way she looked, the way she carried herself. Bon-Bon silently thought to herself that she wasn't good enough for Lyra. Bon-Bon saw Lyra head towards Roseluck's flower stand. Hmmm, it looks like she's buying some roses. The day before Hearts and Hooves Day?

"Watcha' doing?"

The sudden question startled Bon-Bon, causing her to yelp. She turned around. Pinkie Pie? What was she doing by the bushes?

"Hi, Pinkie Pie", said Bon-Bon with a whisper. Seriously, did this pony need to be involved in every aspect of every pony's life? Bon-Bon liked Pinkie Pie but she could be annoying as hell at times.

"Hi, Bon-Bon", whispered Pinkie Pie, "it looked like what you were doing was fun."

"Umm, not really. Just collecting my thoughts behind the bushes."

"Shouldn't your thoughts already be in your brain?"

Bon-Bon chuckled. She knew Pinkie too well. Pinkie said and did a lot of stupid things but she was one of Ponyville's most intelligent ponies. Her intellectual abilities were just as strong as Bon-Bon's but Pinkie lacked the focus or ambition Bon-Bon held. Pinkie was simply focused on how to make other ponies smile.

"I'm glad I made you smile."

"What I'm doing is kind of secret."

"Ooh, a secret, let me guess, I love guessing games."

"You already know what I'm doing, Pinkie. Let's not discuss it."

"Why haven't you asked her out yet?"

"None of your business, Pinkie."

"Okie dokie lokie!"

No pony knew more about Bon-Bon's crush on Lyra than Pinkie Pie, well probably the exception of poor Flitter. Bon-Bon felt guilty about what happened there. Flitter was fantastic in so many ways, except she wasn't Lyra.

Bon-Bon stared from the bushes again. She hoped that Pinkie wouldn't distract her. However, Bon-Bon trusted Pinkie to stay quiet even if she chose to stick around. Bon-Bon could see Lyra bouncing with roses and chocolates and leaving the town square. Who were those roses and chocolates for? Could they have been for Bon-Bon? Oh Celestia, she hoped so!

"Ooo, what did you see?"

There was no sense in hiding from Pinkie.

"Don't tell any pony please, Pinkie."

"It's a Pinkie Promise! Cross my heart, hope to fly, stick a cupcake in my eye!"

Bon-Bon smiled. Pinkie took those promises very seriously. Bon-Bon also appreciated that the normally loud Pinkie was whispering the whole time.

"I saw Lyra buy some roses and chocolates and it's the day before Hearts and Hooves Day."

"Nice. Maybe Lyra got that for the most awesome pony in all of Ponyville!"

"Who could that be?"

"You, silly filly! Lyra might have realized what you have known for all of these years."

"What's that?"

"You and Lyra - you two were made for each other!"

Bon-Bon was honestly just impressed that Pinkie was able to whisper with such enthusiasm.

"I don't know about that. It could.."

"What? You think you're too good for Lyra or something?"

"No, no, no.. not at all.. it's just Lyra might be too good for me."

"Oh, Bon-Bon. Don't say that. I mean.. you two have been inseparable since you were fillies. You have always been there for Lyra and Lyra has always been there for you."

"I know, but.. what if she just sees me and her as friends? Lyra might be saving herself for some pony of royalty and prestige. She might even be saving herself for a human..but good thing those creatures don't exist. With that said, Lyra could do so much better than me."

"Don't put yourself down like that and only one way to know for sure, silly filly."

"I guess."

"You don't guess, you know."

Damn it. Why was every pony telling her that?

"Those flowers and chocolates might not even be for me."

"I only ever see Lyra with you!" Pinkie Pie poked Bon-Bon in the belly, which caused Pinkie to giggle hysterically.

"It's been nice seeing you Pinkie, but I should really get back to work."

"Me too. Tee hee. Good luck. I can see why you like Lyra so much."

Bon-Bon got out of the bushes and waved goodbye to Pinkie.

She had to get back to work soon. Bon-Bon could swear that Pinkie was looking around town square from the bushes. Hmm, perhaps the pink party pony had some secrets of her own.

Bon-Bon got out of work by 6:00. It was a day without many distractions from work itself. The work itself though was complicated. Should Barnyard Bargains expand to the Griffon Kingdom? The data available to Bon-Bon suggested that such an expansion was very risky. If the expansion worked and the griffons valued what Barnyard Bargains had to offer as much as ponies valued it, then the extra costs would likely be worth it. However, on the likely chance that the griffons turned down Barnyard Bargains, then BB would be significantly weakened. Bon-Bon doubted that BB would have to file for bankruptcy or anything like that, but she bet that BB would take a hit. Investors would laugh their heads off over the foolish risk Filthy Rich took and be more wary regarding investing in BB stock for some time. Bon-Bon didn't know what to do there, but that was for another day.

She got back to her apartment. Interesting. Lyra was no where to be found. Whatever... wait... where were the flowers and chocolates?

Bon-Bon snuck into Lyra's room. Not there. She looked around the entire house. Nothing. They must have still been in Lyra's possession. Oh my gosh, though Bon-Bon. Were those going to be for her? Was Lyra finally going to tell Bon-Bon how she felt? Bon-Bon couldn't wait for Lyra to get home. Perhaps, Bon-Bon wouldn't have to say a damn thing.

Bon-Bon looked at herself in the mirror. She felt all giddy with anticipation. This was ridiculous. Bon-Bon was a professional pony. However, Bon-Bon supposed it was the power of the Lyra.

"Yes, Lyra. I would love to be your special somepony on Hearts and Hooves Day."
No, that sounded too girly, thought Bon-Bon.

Bon-Bon fixed up her mane and smiled at the mirror. She puffed up her chest and said to herself, "Lyra, I would be honored to be your marefriend. We are soulmates." No, that sounded even worse. Telling the truth in that regard might scare Lyra away. Lyra might even want to move out if Bon-Bon said that. Oh my gosh, thought Bon-Bon. She felt like she was going to have a panic attack.

Lyra's feminine voice, her beautiful mane, her golden eyes, and her gorgeous smile. The thought of Lyra alone made Bon-Bon absolutely horny. Lyra always applied this minty perfume to herself which made her smell real nice. It might have even just been body wash. Bon-Bon considered Lyra the closest pony to perfection. She found Lyra's naïve attitude about the world quite adorable. Lyra seemed to always think the best of ponies around her. Bon-Bon had a much more pessimistic attitude in that regard. She always assumed that other ponies wanted to take advantage of her or use her. It was hard to swindle Bon-Bon. As for Lyra, Bon-Bon had helped Lyra get out of a couple scams over the past few years. Lyra had the most gorgeous laugh. She was passionate about these mythical creatures called humans. Bon-Bon never understood why Lyra was so obsessed with them, any sort of interest Bon-Bon expressed was feigned and probably a pathetic attempt to be Lyra's lover. With that said, Bon-Bon did love that Lyra was able to be so passionate about something in life.

Most importantly, Bon-Bon thought, she needed to seem surprised about Lyra's Hearts and Hooves gifts. Things would definitely not turn out so good if Lyra found out Bon-Bon was spying on her. Bon-Bon hoped that Pinkie Pie was the only witness.

Bon-Bon heard the front door open. It must have been Lyra. Filled with anxiety, Bon-Bon bolted to her room, since she was at a loss regarding what she wanted to say to Lyra.

"Bonnie? Are you home?", called out Lyra.

Bon-Bon made out a clear but probably nervous-sounding, "Yea."

"Are you busy?"

"Not particularly." Bon-Bon got out of her room and saw Lyra.
Lyra had neither roses nor chocolates. Where were they?

"How was your day, Lyra?"

"Oh. It was fantastic. I've been in such a giddy mood all day", said Lyra while giggling.

"It is a nice day out."

"You seem like you had a rough day, anything bothering you?"

"No, not at all. I guess all work and no play for me. Everything is fine."

Lyra smiled at Bon-Bon. Bon-Bon could only smile back. However, Bon-Bon still felt a tightness in her stomach. This was nervewracking.

"So you know Twilight Sparkle, right?"

"Of course I do. She is Ponyville's most magical unicorn and a real-life princess."

"I took the biggest risk today, Bon-Bon. I can't believe I did it."

"What?" Uh oh.

"I had a crush on Twilight for some time, so I decided to give her a little surprise. I bought her roses and chocolates. I stopped by Twilight's library and decided to ask her out on a date. Can't you believe that?"

Bon-Bon tried to smile. Damn it, this hurt. She shook her head quickly.

"I knocked on Twilight's door. She opened the door and looked so adorkable, studying some magic. I asked her out on a date and she said yes!! Oh Bonnie, I am over the moon right now."

Keep it cool, Bon-Bon. Keep it cool. You can get out of this situation ten seconds flat.

"That is really great.. um.. speaking of magic, my boss wants me to learn more about magic. He um... wants to increase the number of unicorn customers who go to his stores and I, Bon-Bon, am the only pony who can help. Later."

"Are you okay Bon-Bon?"

Bon-Bon ran to her room and let the tears flow. She couldn't believe it. It has happened. Bon-Bon lost Lyra to somepony else.

Author's Note

What can Bon-Bon do?
Find out.

Bon-Bon Tries to Cope

Bon-Bon put her head to the pillow. She couldn't believe what just happened. The tears wouldn't stop flowing out of her eyes. Was Bon-Bon really that awful of a pony that Lyra would pick Twilight Sparkle over her?

The sun had already set and Bon-Bon's room was pitch black. Bon-Bon didn't care. She liked it that way at this point.

She could hear Lyra say from outside, "Bon-Bon, are you okay?"

Bon-Bon figured she might as well answer that question. She just had to do it without crying.

"I am fine, just a little tired."

"Well, get a good rest. I was just um... wondering.. if you had any advice for me for tomorrow."

Date me instead, thought Bon-Bon.

However, Bon-Bon said, "Be yourself, Lyra. That is all it takes."

"That's so sweet of you to say, Bonnie. Thank you."

"I better get some rest." Bon-Bon was doing her best to bottle all of her emotions inside. She couldn't let Lyra know how this twist of events had broken her heart.

"Okay, Bon-Bon. Good night. Don't let the humans bite."

Weirdo, thought Bon-Bon.

To think about it, Bon-Bon rationalized, perhaps Lyra was just a crazy pony. Maybe the sane and intelligent Bon-Bon was too good for the crazy and ditzy Lyra. Why would Lyra go for Twilight Sparkle? Why the hell would Twilight say yes? Twilight, given her royal status, would be able to get any pony she wanted except for the fact that she was socially inept. Yes, that's it. Two socially inept ponies dating one another. Bon-Bon lost because she was too cool to win. That had to be it.

Putting Lyra and Twilight down in thought didn't make Bon-Bon feel any better though... so she stopped thinking such things. Bon-Bon was stupid for not telling Lyra how she felt earlier. In fact, Lyra might have thought Bon-Bon wasn't interested in her. Lyra watched Bon-Bon go through three significant others. Each one was problematic in his or her own way. Bon-Bon silently hoped that Twilight would simply become an ex or a one-date pony for Lyra.

The tears began again. Why would Lyra do such a thing? Perhaps, all Bon-Bon and Lyra were meant to be was friends and nothing more. Bon-Bon had wasted years and years of her life on a unicorn who would never be her own. Bon-Bon didn't want to do anything anymore. She just wanted to hide for the rest of her life. Was this twist worth some major life changes? Maybe Bon-Bon should move out of the apartment and leave Ponyville. If Twilight wasn't so freaking obsessed with her books, she would probably steal Bon-Bon's room.. or nah... Twilight and Lyra would sleep in the same bed and Lyra would joke about needing to find another loser like Bon-Bon to fill the spot. Bon-Bon wouldn't be able to go to work tomorrow. She wouldn't be able to... oh, perhaps she could get a three day weekend.

Bon-Bon took out her cell phone and called her boss, Filthy Rich.

"Hello."

"Hi Rich."

"Are you alright? You don't sound too good."

"You're right. I have run into some short-term problems. I was wondering if it was okay if I took tomorrow off."

"Not a problem. You never take vacation anyway. You could use a little rest. Hell, you sound like it. Enjoy your long weekend and I'll see you on Monday."

"Thanks Rich, you too."

There it was. Bon-Bon had three days to figure things out. Her career was the most important thing in the world. Perhaps, Bon-Bon should cut Lyra out of her life altogether and go full steam ahead on her professional life. Maybe, she could meet some shallow, rich pony who would marry her. Wasn't that what Filthy Rich essentially did? The workaholic found a beautiful yet unbearable wife. Bon-Bon had even heard that their daughter was a certified sociopath, but that was from Applejack's little sister and what do kids know?

Bon-Bon started to feel a little better, perhaps the shock of Lyra going on a date with some other pony had worn off. Hmmmm, it was a Thursday night. It was Thirsty Thursday for many ponies in Ponyville. Bon-Bon knew what she was going to do. She would go to the local bar and have a few drinks.. just some girlish fun, you know? Bon-Bon needed to drown out her sorrows anyway and she already bailed on work tomorrow. Hell, she might even meet some cute mare or stallion who would want to fuck her.

Bon-Bon didn't want Lyra to see she was going out though, so she snuck out of the window. Bon-Bon felt like crap. Her sadness had taken over her whole body. But the drink. Yes, the drink. It would solve all of her problems. Bon-Bon walked to the bar trying to keep her head up high.

She went over to the back of the bar where the bartender was making drinks . There was a basketball game on. Hmmm... that definitely looked like a game designed for humans. Ponies had to awkwardly make use of the ball with their front hooves and walk on two legs. Fuck that. Lyra and her stupid humans. They must have fried her fucking brain ages ago. Bon-Bon was glad she didn't have to associate herself with such stupidity much longer. That was now Twilight's problem.

Bon-Bon took a look at the bartender. He was a youngish yellow pegasus with a beer mug for a cutie mark. Ha! How wonderful? Every foal would love to get that for a cutie mark.

"Hello there, what can I get for you?"

"Shot of Jameson whiskey please", said Bon-Bon quickly and with confidence.

"Yup." The bartender poured Bon-Bon the shot.
She gingerly drank it.. yuck.. but it would be all worth it.

"Too strong for ya", asked the bartender.

"Nope. In fact, I want another shot right now."

"Sure thing."

Bon-Bon took a second shot, then a third, then a fourth, then a fifth.

Bon-Bon felt happy. Everything suddenly made sense. The world was all about smiles and laughter. She also had a real sexy bartender pouring her the shots. He had a swag to him. He was way cooler than Lyra.

"Ohhhh.... I can't believe I'm talkkkkkking to the sexiest pony aliiiiiiive", said Bon-Bon while laughing hysterically.

"I think you had enough", said the bartender.

"Yer just saying that cuz you knoooooooooow that Iiiiiiiii can totally beat your ass in a drinking game."

"I bet you can."

Bon-Bon felt like dancing.

"Wooooooooooohhhhhhh, heyyyyyy Mistah Sexy, you wanna dance with sexy me?"

"I am sorry but I have to tend the bar."

"Well well well, that sounds like a better excuse than whatever that bitch Lyra would have said."

"Lyra who?"

"She's a no-pony", said Bon-Bon, "I don't expect someone like you to waste his time knowing such trash.. c'mon let's goooo dancing."

The world was spinning. Holy shit, the world was spinning. Bon-Bon started laughing.

"You know, I'm an irony. I was like the smartest pony in all of Ponyville and like the sexiest mare alive.. but that Lyra Heartstrings, she don't want me cuz I'm too good for her sorry little ass.. it all makes sense now, it definitely does."

"I'm sorry for giving you too much.. I misjudged how much you could.. uh.. handle."

"That's a lie, sexy. It's okay. You can admit it. You totally want me to sleep with you. I might just do it if you give me another drink."

"Err..."

Bon-Bon just wanted to dance. Fuck that guy for being a party pooper.

"Woo hoo!!! Talk to ya later!!"

Bon-Bon ran to the dance floor. She could hear "Living on a Prayer". Oh my gosh. She loved that song. Bon-Bon began to sing at the top of her lungs.

"We've got to hold on to what we've got
'Cause it doesn't make a difference if we make it or not
We've got each other and that's a lot for love
We'll give it a shot

We're half way there
Livin' on a prayer
Take my hoof and we'll make it, I swear
Livin' on a prayer

We've got to hold on ready or not
You live for the fight when it's all that you've got"

She could see Flitter, a gorgeous pegasus and way cooler than Lyra.

"Hey, it's Bon-Bon!! You remembered our favorite song."

"Of course I did, cutie, cuz I'm Bon-Bon!"

"You sure are."

Bon-Bon and Flitter began to grind against one another.

"So funny seeing you on a Thursday night, Bonnie."

"I gots Friday off!! WOOOOOOO!!!!"

"Me too, sis! Where's dat human bitch?" Damn, Flitter was totally drunk. Bon-Bon had to bring that to her attention.

"Hey Flitts, you're soooo drunk right now. I can tell."

"Wow yea. I guess I am, hahahahahahahahaha. Is that why you look so sexy to me RIGHT NOW?!?!?"

"Maybe. I know that's why you are super sexy yourself."

"Better than Lyra?"

"Oh, much better. Lyraaa's a total fucking square. She would be like waaaahhhhhh the bar is too loud, ponies are too drunk waaaaaahhhh waaaaaahhhhh, take me outside so I can sit on a fucking chair like a bipedal creature... waaaaaahhhhh."

"Oh my gosh. Bon-Bon, you crack me up."

"How about I crack open those lips of yours?"

"Which kind?"

"The ones on your face are fine for now."

Bon-Bon and Flitter began to kiss. It was fast-paced and aggressive. Bon-Bon pushed Flitter to the ground and the two began rolling on the floor giggling loudly. Bon-Bon could feel dancing ponies stepping on her but she didn't give a fuck. This was the best night ever.

Suddenly everything became a blur.

Bon-Bon's head hurt. She could see that she was in bed. There was Pinkie Pie humming the "Smile" song. Bon-Bon smelled herself. Ugh, she smelled like vomit. Too much booze last night.

"Good morning, Bon-Bon, I am so glad that you're awake", said Pinkie softly.

Owww... damn.. Bon-Bon had the worst hangover she ever had in her life.

"What happened?"

"You were crying outside the bar and throwing up all over the place. There was Flitter, who looked like she wanted to rape you but I took you home with me."

"Is Flitter okay?"

"I think so. She was inebriated too but not as bad as you. I feel so bad for you."

"Don't. Let Lyra and Twilight be happy together, I'm obviously not good enough."

"I've heard, but I think Lyra is more likely to end up with you in the long run than Twilight."

"What are you talking about? Lyra asked Twilight out on a date, not me."

Pinkie giggled and gave Bon-Bon a glass of water.
After all of that booze, the water did feel quite nice.
Pinkie basically saved Bon-Bon's life last night.

"I got a plan. If it works, I know it will make you smile", said Pinkie with a big grin.

Author's Note

Find out what Pinkie has in store to make Bon-Bon smile.
I hope drunk Bon-Bon didn't offend too many people. I found the idea amusing.
Also managed to hit 2000 words again, :p

Bon-Bon and Pinkie Pie?

What exactly was Pinkie Pie planning, thought Bon-Bon.
Pinkie was sincere when it came to wanting to make her friends smile.

"I planned it all out since yesterday", said Pinkie, "the only part which isn't complete yet is your consent."

"My consent for what", asked Bon-Bon.
At times, Pinkie was way over her head with her plans. Despite her genius-level intelligence, Pinkie and reality didn't always mix so well.

Pinkie cleared her throat.

"Ms. Sweetie Bon-Bon Drops, would you like to go out with me, Pinkamena Diane Pie, on a date for the purpose of celebrating this auspicious Hearts and Hooves Day?"

Woah, did Pinkie just ask her out on a date? The grin on the pink pony's face was even larger than usual. Pinkie really wanted Bon-Bon to say yes. Lyra would be so jealous!

Bon-Bon smiled back at Pinkie.

"Ms. Pie. I, Ms. Drops, would absolutely love to go out with you on a date."

"Okie dokie lokie! I am super happy that you said yes. I feel pretty good that I'll make your dreams come true." Pinkie was bouncing in place. Pinkie Pie gave Bon-Bon a big smooch on the cheek. It felt nice. Going on a date with Pinkie wouldn't be such a bad thing. The thought actually lifted Bon-Bon's spirits up.

"Ooh, I can tell you liked that", said Pinkie with a giggle, "but trust me, Bon-Bon, it's just the beginning of the fun and the smiles!"

"Where's our date going to be", asked Bon-Bon.

"I'm pretty close to 100% but not quite 100% sure that it will be at Classy Café. I know that is Twilight Sparkle's favorite restaurant."

"It is, huh?"

"Yep, Twilight is one of my best friends - I know her habits so well at this point."

"I know Lyra's habits pretty well too. I don't think she would like Classy Café that much. It's too formal and stuffy for her which is..."

".. something I know you like!"

"What do I have to do with things?"

"Duh, I am taking you on a date. I'm not going to take you somewhere I know you won't have fun."

"It is a very nice place. I don't have anything to wear though."

"You're super lucky that one of my best friends is Rarity. She already made a dress just for you!!"

"She did?"

"Yea, I told her this morning that I was going on a date with the smartest and kindest pony in all of Ponyville and she had a dress which she said would look very, her words, BonBonesque."

Bon-Bon's only interaction with Rarity was brushing the fashion designer off for not being Fluttershy who was Ponyville's top model at the time (how did that drama queen think that every pony knew who she was anyway, it wasn't Bon-Bon's fault), so she hoped that Rarity didn't make a shitty dress for Bon-Bon out of spite.

Bon-Bon got out of bed for the first time. Her head still hurt a little bit but Pinkie gave her so much water that her hangover was clearing up. Pinkie bounced her way to the closet and opened it up. There was a light blue dress with diamonds around the cuffs. Simple but gorgeous. If that was a BonBonesque dress, it was a nice one.

"Wow, Pinkie... you really didn't have to go through all of that trouble."

"No trouble at all. In fact, I would have been much more troubled if you didn't have a dress to wear for our date."

"You didn't even know I was going to say yes."

"Yep. It was all worth it though! Rarity thinks I look real good with crimson red. I think we'll be the best couple in all of Ponyville!"

Pinkie Pie really gave this her all, thought Bon-Bon, was she simply doing all of this to make Lyra jealous of Bon-Bon or was Pinkie secretly hoping for something to happen between the two of them? Bon-Bon smiled at Pinkie.

Pinkie did say though that Classy Café was Twilight's favorite restaurant. Pinkie seemed pretty confident that they would run into Twilight and Lyra there.

"Hey Pinkie, mind if I ask a question?"

"Don't mind at all!"

"What if we are wrong and Lyra isn't at the Classy Café?"

"Twilight made a Pinkie Promise that she was going there on her date with Lyra. Twilight knows better to not break a Pinkie Promise.. oh my gosh.. there was this one time I thought Applejack broke a Pinkie Promise and I went all beserk and like, "NO PONY BREAKS A PINKIE PROMISE!!!!". AJ didn't break the promise but trust me.. none of the elements of harmony are going to go around breaking a Pinkie Promise."

"I don't think I'll ever forget to break a Pinkie Promise."

"Of course not, because you're Bon-Bon."

"What does that even mean?"

"I dunno. Whatever you do, that is a Bon-Bon thing. It's kind of like whatever I do that's a Pinkie thing. Ponies are always saying about me, "It's because she's Pinkie Pie, don't question it."."

"Since we're friends, Pinkie, I just want to say that makes absolutely no sense to me."

"It doesn't have to, I think our date is going to be da bomb! Get changed, Bon-Bon.. and take a shower. You still smell like last night."

"That makes sense."

Bon-Bon was ready for her big date. She felt like a million bits. Pinkie would be the perfect partner in crime as they work together to win over Lyra. Bon-Bon looked elegant and classy in her sky blue dress.

"Ooh, Bonbonbonbonbonbonbon! We can't be late!!"

Bon-Bon chuckled to herself. Pinkie must have known that Lyra loved that nickname for Bon-Bon. How much did Pinkie know about Bon-Bon and Lyra anyway?

Bon-Bon made her way downstairs and there was Pinkie Pie. Pinkie looked surprisingly stunning. The dark red dress gave Pinkie a slimming and seductive look. Rarity certainly had an eye for that stuff. Perhaps, Bon-Bon wouldn't troll Rarity with asking for Fluttershy the next time she interacted with Rarity.

"Wow, Pinkie. You look absolutely gorgeous! Every pony is going to be looking at you."

Pinkie blushed. "I'm not as gorgeous as you, of course."

"That's a lie and I know it because you're Pinkie Pie."

"I knew you would say that because you're Bon-Bon."

Bon-Bon and Pinkie Pie shared a hearty laugh.

"Let's go, Bonnie! I am starving!!!"

Bonnie. That was an even more common pet name of Lyra's.

Bon-Bon and Pinkie walked together to Classy Café.

"I love a night like this. So crisp and cool and clear. I made sure the weather team wasn't going to schedule rain tonight."

"Thanks Pinkie, I appreciate that."

"I sometimes wonder if we would make a great couple."

"Perhaps."

"But then I realized that you and Lyra are meant to be together. I've known it for years actually. Remember, when I met you two?"

"Yea. I remember. You got your cutie mark 3 days, 18 hours, and 40 minutes before we met."

"Tee hee. Yea, I guess I said that. But, you and Lyra always seemed to have this special bond. It's like each of you needs the other to truly be whole. You two were just little fillies, like me. Unbelievably adorable and both of you were funny. You and Lyra are like bread and butter, toast and jam, cupcakes and sprinkles."

"Well, if Lyra ends up with Twilight, I'll have to adjust, huh?"

"Nah, I don't think so."

"What? Did Twilight make a Pinkie Promise to not be Lyra's marefriend?"

"No. I just know, because I'm Pinkie Pie."

"Perhaps Lyra and I are just meant to be friends, not marefriends."

Pinkie moved up close to Bon-Bon and whispered, "Are you ready to put on a show, we're here." Bon-Bon nodded.

They got a table next to Twilight Sparkle. She was wearing a purple dress with a diamond tiara. Where was Lyra?

"Oh, hey Bon-Bon. Hi, Pinkie. Happy Hearts and Hooves Day!"

"Hey Twilight. Happy Hearts and Hooves Day to you too", said Bon-Bon, "this is a great restaurant."

"Yea, but honestly I'm surprised you were able to bring Pinkie Pie here."

"Oh. I know", said Pinkie, "but Bon-Bon really really wanted to go to Classy Café for our date and I decided to do it for the brainiest, kindest, and most super awesome mare in all of Ponyville. Where's your date?"

"My date is fashionably late", said Twilight, "I told her to meet at 6 and it's 6:01. Obviously, she doesn't fear tardiness."

"Would you say tardiness is a super mcMeanie kind of turn off?"

"Ummm... I.. uh.. don't know."

What was Pinkie doing? She was just making Twilight feel awkward. Was this one of those "Pinkie isn't in the real world" schemes?

Bon-Bon and Pinkie sat at their table. Bon-Bon looked through the menu, perhaps she would just go for the spaghetti and wheatballs.

The door opened.

"Twilight? I am sorry that I'm late. I know that it's 6:03."

It was Lyra and she sounded adorably nervous. How would Lyra feel when she knew Bon-Bon was sitting at the table right next to her? Bon-Bon decided to focus on Pinkie instead.

"So Pinkie, what are you ordering?"

"Hmmmm... I really want to save room for dessert so I think I'm going to order the veggie salad."

"Ah, the vegetable salad extraordinaire, you mean?"

"Well duh. I just give it a Pinkie style name."

"And the Pinkie style name disgraces the tone and prestige of the menu which you are browsing."

Pinkie giggled and kissed Bon-Bon quickly on the lips.

This got Lyra's attention. Bon-Bon saw Lyra for the first time that day.
Lyra was very much out of place. It appears that she forgot to wear a dress.
The irony that the human lover was the only one who forgot to wear articles of clothing which were humanesque.

"Oh, hi Bon-Bon and Pinkie", said Lyra, "Bonnie, how are you feeling, haven't seen you all day!"

"Fantastic. Pinkie Pie really is the best pony ever."

"I can agree with that", said Pinkie with a giggle.

"You all look so beautiful. Sorry Twilight, I forgot the dress code."

"It's okay Lyra", said Twilight, "you have been great so far!"

Ugh.

"You're always beautiful to me, Lyra", blurted out Bon-Bon.

"Are you sure you want to say that to me on your date with Pinkie", asked Lyra.

"It's okie dokie lokie with me", said Pinkie, "I kinda feel a similar way about Twilight."

The recently-crowned alicorn blushed a dark red.

It all made sense now. Bon-Bon wanted Lyra and Pinkie Pie wanted Twilight Sparkle.

Author's Note

Will Bon-Bon end up with Pinkie Pie, Lyra, no pony, or some other pony?
Find out.

Of Course, You're Bon-Bon

Bon-Bon didn't feel good about any of this.
Pinkie's promising plan just turned into Pinkie's pitiful ploy.

"Pinkie Pie, do you really think that about me", asked Twilight Sparkle.

Pinkie giggled and seemed at a loss of words- very unusual for the loquacious pink pony.

There was awkward silence for the next two or three minutes. Bon-Bon didn't want to be the next one to speak. It looked like none of the others wanted to speak either. Lyra looked down at the ground - probably feeling especially awkward about her casual wear. Twilight seemed nervous but kept her head up high - making more glances at Pinkie than Lyra. Suddenly, a happy thought popped in Bon-Bon's head. This certainly is a promising plan! Lyra and Twilight would probably never make it to first base now. Bon-Bon made sure to keep a poker face.

Suddenly, Pinkie started to cry.

"I am sorry, Bon-Bon. I just wanted to make you smile so badly and I ruined everything."

"No, Pinkie. You did all you could to make this night perfect", Bon-Bon said while patting Pinkie on the back.

"Oh no. Pinkie Pie. I am sorry", said Twilight, "I shouldn't have been so shy because well... I .... oh, the words won't come out but I know how I feel, Pinkie!"

"You do", asked Pinkie with hope.

"Yes, yes, yes!! This is exactly what Princess Celestia was trying to teach me."

"Ooh, what is it this time", asked Pinkie. Bon-Bon was amazed by how Pinkie went from "in tears" to "all cheers" in less than a minute.

"Princess Celestia told me that I need to go out and date ponies and then Lyra asked me out, so I said yes, but love and dating is all about what is in the heart, in my heart is you, Pinkie Pie. Can you forgive me?"

"Hmmmmm", said Pinkie, "you're no Bon-Bon, but I guess you'll have to do!"

"I should get going", said Lyra softly.

"Oh no. I'm sorry, Lyra. I didn't mean what I said like that", said Twilight.

"No. It's okay. I just feel like going home."

"I wouldn't have said yes if I didn't have some interest."

"Yea, but I'm no Pinkie Pie, I'm not you, and I'm certainly no Bon-Bon. I look like a tramp here anyway while the rest of you are all fancy. I'm leaving." Lyra left the restaurant.

Pinkie and Twilight looked into each other's eyes. Who would have guessed that they would be in love with one another? They seemed like just friends but were actually destined to be something more. Oh no. Did Bon-Bon just ruin things with Lyra forever? Lyra and Twilight were no more but would Lyra and Bon-Bon ever be?

"What are you waiting for", asked Pinkie, "you should go after Lyra! Tell her how you feel."

"Yes, you should. Don't be afraid to follow your heart", added Twilight.

"You're right. I'm going to do it!"

"Just don't become drunk Bon-Bon and I think you'll be okay", said Pinkie.

"Drunk Bon-Bon", asked Twilight.

"Loooooooong story! I was only there for the end of it but Bonnie is a wild drunk."

Bon-Bon blushed. Ah, that was Pinkie's gift, wasn't it?

"What are you waiting for", asked Pinkie again, "Lyra could be on the other side of Equestria by now!!"

Twilight facehoofed.

"What? She could!"

"I guess it is possible, Pinkie", said Twilight kissing Pinkie on the cheek.

"I'm happy for you both but I have a Lyra to find!"

Bon-Bon ran out of the restaurant.

Bon-Bon wondered where Lyra could be. Did she go back to the apartment? Or was she hiding somewhere to sulk? Bon-Bon remembered Lyra's favorite place to hide when they were fillies. It was a big apple tree not too far from the schoolhouse. Lyra would climb up the tree and linger on a branch. Lyra was more likely there than at the apartment, especially if she was furious with Bon-Bon. Pinkie and Bon-Bon pretty much ruined any chance of a TwiLyra couple. If Lyra really did have feelings for Twilight, then it would be tough on her. Why was Bon-Bon acting so selfishly? It didn't matter much anyway. Twilight Sparkle said it herself. She only said yes to Lyra because she thought that was Princess Celestia wanted. Oh shit, Bon-Bon ruined things with Lyra forever.

Bon-Bon wouldn't give up. Not now. Even if the odds were slim, Bon-Bon had to do it.

Bon-Bon was conveniently near the apple tree. She had to do it, if that's where Lyra was.
Bon-Bon could hear crying. Lyra?

Bon-Bon ran to the tree and looked up. There was Lyra on one of the higher branches.

Bon-Bon could hear Lyra moan to herself, "I must be the most awful pony in the world. No way am I good enough for Bon-Bon."
Lyra kept on crying.

Was Lyra crazy? Lyra was the pony who was too good for Bon-Bon.
And did Lyra just say she liked Bon-Bon? What was that whole thing about "having a crush on Twilight"?
Bon-Bon decided she would surprise Lyra by joining her on the branch.

Climbing the tree was tough. Bon-Bon absolutely hated it. When Lyra wanted to go up in the tree, Bon-Bon would always happily oblige to stay on the ground. She was terrified of heights. However, a temporary dose of fear might go a long way in making things just right between the two of them.

Bon-Bon took off her dress, wrapped herself around the tree, and began to make her way up. The bark was so gross to touch and the ground was becoming more like one deadly fall away. Bon-Bon was never the most athletic pony either. Books and baked goods were more of her thing. However, Bon-Bon's determination won out and her stamina was high.

Bon-Bon finally made it to the branch and could see Lyra lying on her belly and looking down at the ground with sadness.

"Hey, Lyra", whispered Bon-Bon.

"Bonnie? What are you doing here?"

"I.. um... just wanted to say I'm sorry."

"Sorry for what?"

"I guess I ruined your date with Twilight."

"You? Don't be silly. You heard Twi, she didn't even like me. What sort of pony could like me anyway?"

"Well.. I do."

"You know what kind of "like" I'm talking about."

"No... um.... I mean I do... it is... oh sweet Celestia, why does this have to be so hard?"

"Hey, Bon-Bon. There is something I've been wanting to confess to you. Is it alright if I go first?"

"Of course, Lyra." What was Lyra going to say? Bon-Bon heard what Lyra said but would she admit it.

"I didn't have a crush on Twilight Sparkle. Let's just say that I've been stupidly shy. I always liked you in that way, Bon-Bon. I always did but never knew what to say. I thought you just wanted to be friends and nothing more. I thought I could make you jealous that I was going out with Twilight but then she had to tell all of us why she said yes to me... how can you be jealous of that?"

"Are you just saying all of that because you know how much I am in love with you?"

"No of course not.. but.....", a smile crept up on Lyra's face.

"Yes, Lyra. I have had feelings for you for the longest time. I had always been too scared to tell you the truth because I felt so certain that if things were meant to be, they would have happened already. I thought you were going to reject me: something that Caramel, Trixie, and Flitter didn't do."

"Flitter... I shouldn't have listened to her."

"What are you talking about?"

"Flitter told me that I was a dork and that's why you never asked me out on a date. After Flitter told me that, I guess I gave up even after you broke up with her. However, my feelings for you never died."

"Same here."

"I'm sorry for asking Twilight out. Where did you go last night anyway?"

"Long story. Let's just say I was drowning out my sorrows."

"I'm really sorry. Oh my gosh, I thought you wouldn't care initially but maybe grow a little jealous afterward... I didn't expect you to become drunk Bon-Bon over that."

"Yep, I was drunk Bon-Bon."

"I would like to disclose that is the least sexy of the Bon-Bons. Let me guess. You sang "Living on a Prayer" and hit on the bartender."

Lyra knew Bon-Bon too damn well.

"Apparently, from what Pinkie said, Flitter was eyeing my flank the whole night."

"I'm no Flitter."

"That isn't a bad thing. You're Lyra. So... I guess there is something I feel obligated to ask you now."

"Do you guess or do you know?"

"I know. Just give me a second, I never did this with a human before."

Lyra laughed out loud.

"Where are my hands?"

"What's a hand?"

"It is.. screw you. I'm breaking up with you already."

"Too bad. I was going to ask you out on a date but I guess I'm not handy enough."

"So are you or are you not?"

Bon-Bon cleared her throat.
"Yes, Lyra, my best friend and my loving roommate, would you like to be my marefriend?"

"Of course, you're Bon-Bon."

Bon-Bon was so happy right now. Everything worked out so nicely. Lyra loved her. She was even bouncing Pinkie Pie style at the thought of being a special somepony to Bon-Bon.

All was good for Bon-Bon, until she looked down.

"Tee hee", said Lyra, "I guess we should get off this tree, huh?"

Bon-Bon nodded.

"Where's Twilight when you need her? She would know a spell that would get us down real quick, but we're just gonna have to climb down."

Lyra slid her way down the tree. She did it without any sort of fear.

Bon-Bon closed her eyes and tried to mimic Lyra's moves by memory. Bon-Bon slowly made her way down but slipped.
She screamed. Was this the end? Bon-Bon felt herself fall into a bottomless pit.

Suddenly Bon-Bon felt herself land right into Lyra's arms.

"I caught you, what do I win?"

"You win me not dying. My goodness, that was scary. It was actually kind of fun."

"Ooh, let's do it again! Race up to the tree?"

"Umm.. maybe not tonight. It's been a long day."

"But the night is far from over, Bon-Bon."

"I couldn't agree more."

Lyra grinned and the two began to kiss. It was passionate and long. Bon-Bon closed her eyes and opened them again. This kiss wasn't a dream. Bon-Bon smiled, thank you Pinkie Pie.

Author's Note

I hope you all enjoyed it!!