Chapter II: My Sister, My New Teacher

The two Apple family members sat down in the kitchen, with Apple Bloom making a nice strong blend of coffee for her tired sister, who had changed into her usual casual attire. After both of them took a sip from their respective mugs, with Apple Bloom still preferring cacao over the caffeine “morning medicine” Applejack liked so much.

“I am listening.” Apple Bloom said in a curious voice, placing the mug on the solid wood table.

“I was hoping we would just drink our beverages for the rest of our days, but I am not that lucky it seems.”

“Careful sis, your sarcasm is showing. Now, why were you dressed up like a model in the break of dawn, and sliding through the house like a snake?” the ever investigative Apple Bloom asked.

Applejack looked long and hard into Apple Blooms eyes, and after a sigh, started her tale.

“You better drink that cacao now sis, because this story is a rather long one. You recall the time when you and your Crusaders asked me about my cutie mark, and how I got it?” Applejack began, sipping her own hot beverage in between her sentences.

“The Rainboom? Yes, I remember.”

“Well, I can honestly say that what I told you was all true, but I also must confess, that I have not told you all of it. You see, the matter of fact is, as much as I am an Apple, a country mare that loves this lifestyle, I am a Pair too. I did not have the heart or the nerve to tell that to Granny or Mac, and going away again just because I feel like it seemed to me as I sign of a weakness.”

“You knew that as a filly?”

“Oh no, this was about your age, when you were one year old. I had to go back to Manehatten, and Aunt Pair was clever enough to offer me a “scholarship” for professional cider making, so that I could go there one more time.”

“So, the diploma in your room is fake?”

“The diploma is real, and I did graduate. The scholarship part of it is not. You see, I did not realize that until I got back there that our Aunt is one of three main Mistresses in Equestria, and that she wanted me to be her protege, since she did not have a daughter.”

“What?!” Apple Bloom yelled, only for Applejack to smack her over the head.

“Quiet, you numskull! You want Pinkie Pie in Sugercube Corner to hear you?” Applejack whispered violently back at her sister.

”Sorry, it’s just a shock to think my sister is a wh...” Apple Bloom tried to explain, but a quick hand on her mouth stopped her.

“Don’t you dare say it. I worked my flank of to be a Madam. I am not some cheap sex off the corner. Understood?” Applejack replied with anger, removing her hand only when Apple Bloom nodded in agreement moments later.

“Sorry, AJ, I guess I wasn’t thinking. I am not sure what to think right now, to be honest with you.” the young mare explained, her confusion and sincere apology calming the older sibling.

“You can start by listening to what I did during my training, and then make your judgment. As I was saying, the moment I moved back in it started. I had never worn heels before then, and being in them for 4 hours every day, working on my posture was very hard. The etiquette part was less physical, but more of a mental challenge. My accent had to be hidden too, so I had to learn the Manehatten one. Foreign customs, humorous tales, everything I had to know to be a fun evening for my patron.”

“That is all fine and well sis, but why go trough it in the first place? Surely you could have just said no and come back.”

“Not really, and for two reasons. The first one was simple, I wanted to get that diploma, otherwise our cider production would have never reached it’s popularity that it has today with the local inhabitants. You are lucky to never tried my earlier work, trust me. The second one is a selfish one. I wanted to try something bizarre, taboo and dangerous. It was a role that I wanted to play, and be somepony else for a change. That is why I stayed, and persevered. “ Applejack explained, looking into the orchard and the glistening apples.

A long pause followed, as Apple Bloom began to understand what Applejack had really did. Then, an idea formed in her mind. It would be a risky, almost foolish, but she was desperate for the big city life.

“I want to go with you.” the young mare finally said, as Applejack lowered her cup.

“No.” the older sibling said with resolute conviction.

“Why not? You went, why can’t I try something daring for once? It’s only fair!”

“Please, Apple Bloom, this is not something you want. You had plenty of daring stunts when you were in the Crusaders.”

“Yes but that was filly stuff. I am a smart mare, surely you think of me as such? Besides, since when did you know what I want in life? Last time I checked, you could not read minds AJ!” Apple Bloom pleaded her case to Applejack.

“You are a bright ray of sunshine my dear, but that does not mean I can let you do this. This obligation is not meant for ponies who are so kind and smart as you.”

“You are nothing more than a hypocrite! Fine, if you think that you can hold me back, just try!”

The young mare stood up dramatic and looked deep into her big sisters eyes. The conviction was all to familiar to Applejack, and she gritted her teeth as if to admit defeat.

Apple Bloom began to storm out of the kitchen but a swift leg grab put her on the floor as Applejack stood above her, her legs on each side. It was a rather venerable position that Apple Bloom had found herself, and the fact her sisters female treasure was right above her made the still young pony blush. Once Applejack turned her on her back and tied her up, did Apple Bloom panic.

“Sis, what the hell are you doing?!” the younger sister screamed.

Applejack chuckled as she put Apple Bloom over her shoulder, and quickly sat her on the same chair she just tried to flee from, only to write a rather long letter to Big Mac and Granny Smith.

“What are you writing now?! Answer...” Apple Bloom’s investigation quickly ended, as a little piece of duck-tape made a lot of difference.

Only once Applejack was truly finished, did she look at her younger sister. She wanted to explain, even opening her mouth to so, but a cheeky smile stopped her. Showing was always better than telling anyways.

She took her sister on her back once more, and they went to the big shed just behind the house. They went to the most right corner of it, and under a large bile of hey, and inside an orange lockbox, Applejack took out a shimmering orange phone, with a decorative “M” placed on the back. She quickly navigated the menus, and called a number. The silence that was only slightly stopped by a muffled scream from Apple Bloom. This shouting subdued as Applejack began to speak with the pony on the other line.

“Yes, this is Madam Orange, I would like to talk to Mistress M please. Yes, this is an emergency. Thank you.”

Apple Bloom’s protest ceased as she overheard her sister’s ask. Whatever she had planned, it did involve Manehatten, and the young mare was eager to hear it. After a few minutes, Applejack perked up again.

“Good morning Mistress. Yes, I am aware of the morning routine, but this was important. My younger sister has asked for training, and I wish to prepare her, so that she does not put shame on our name. In twenty minutes? Excellent! Thank You Mistress and goodbye.”

The sound of hanging up and Applejack breathing in relief was at the same time. She closed in on her sister, and crouched so that they were on the same height of heads.

“Looks like you’ll get your wish dear. I just hope you are ready.” Applejack said as she removed the tape from Apple Blooms mouth, her lips very close to her sisters, making Apple Bloom move away ever so slightly. Applejack leaned her head to the side, only to kiss Apple Bloom quickly on the cheek, faking out her younger sibling.

As Applejack untied her, Apple Bloom placed her hand onto the cheek. Her sister had kissed her many times before, but never in such a alluring manner. This whole thing was going to be one hell of a ride, that was now certain for her.

“So, what now? Where are we going?” Apple Bloom asked, as both she and Applejack waited for the limousine to arrive.

“Patience sis, you will see when we get there. All I will say that it will change your view on me, yourself, and your family.” Applejack replied, a sly smile on her lips.

And as the limo was closing in on them from the hilltop, Apple Bloom felt a mixture of unease, nervousness and guilty curiosity.

Author's Note

Now that the cat is out of the bag, both Apple Bloom and You, my dear reader can enjoy a new part of pony life. Next stop, ~~Master Roshi~~ Mistress!