Celestia's Love Game

“I swear if I find any of this in the media I will burn every last copy and throw you in the dungeons for the rest of MY life.” Luna threatened. They all backed away from where Fluttershy was shaking on the ground hiding behind Luna.

“Y-yes princess!” they all exclaimed.

“Out! All of you! Ruffians!” Photo said, shooing them all away. “I am terribly sorry, some ponies just don't know when to shut up and leave! I am afraid I ruined your evening.” she continued.

“N-no...not...you...” Fluttershy squeaked.

“Come on dear Fluttershy, let us return to the palace.” Luna said softly.

“N-no...I'm ok now...let's just...go to the park...or something...” Fluttershy said, standing up.

“Alright...if you insist.” Luna said.

“Well howdy there sugar cubes.” they heard as they relaxed on a bench in the park.

“Rarity? Applejack?” Fluttershy said as the two ponies took seats next to them.

“Hello Darlings. How was your day?” Rarity asked.

“Eventful...yours?” Luna replied. They looked at each other, looked back and smiled.

“'Bout the same.” Applejack said. Luna caught the look and blushed a bit.

“Um...Rarity, Applejack...are you um...together now?” Fluttershy asked.

“Ah'd say that's a nice big yes.” Applejack replied.

“We talked it over and spent some time together. We just fit I guess.” Rarity said.

“That's goo to hear...um...Luna and I are thinking about that too..” Fluttershy said, barely audible.

“Really?” the two asked.

“Yes we are. We were just about to discuss dinner plans when you arrived.” Luna said.

“Well that's marvelous, and why don't we join you then?” Rarity replied.

“I'd like that...” Fluttershy said. Luna agreed.

“Now, where to go. Surprisingly I've had enough of the fancy food here, proportions are too damn small...” Rarity said, earning a giggle from the others.

“I know exactly what you mean, we had to give the chefs at the palace a minimum amount of food they have to prepare for a meal...” Luna said.

“What did they do before that?” Rarity asked.

“You know how some pones get the notion the more rare and small portioned the food is, the much more fancy it was? * nod * Well me being a princess they think I deserve the Fanciest...I swear I would have starved if I wasn't able to leave the palace...luckily Tia gave me a few addresses to some food places until I had her pass that particular decree...” Luna explained. Fluttershy giggled.

“Well, I know the perfect place. It is a tasteful establishment but they really know what dinner is.” Rarity said.

“Very well then, lead the way.” Luna said.

“Ah miss Rarity! Good to see you again! So dinner for four?” the Manager asked when the group entered.

“Yes please, good to see you as well.” Rarity replied.

“Right this way madams.” he said and showed them a table.

“We'll be about five minutes, thank you.” Rarity said when they received menus. Rarity didn't bother looking at hers but the other three did.

“So you know the manager?” Luna asked.

“Who do you think made those uniforms Darling?” Rarity asked rhetorically with a smile.

“I thought I recognized the stitching...” Fluttershy mumbled.

“Oh I see, so they are customers. I assume you befriend your customers correct?” Luna asked.

“Oh of course Darling, I treat my customers with just as much respect and friendliness as any of my other friends, as long as they deserve it, and in turn they tend to lean towards my business. It's good for business and social situations, never know where a good customer will pop up.” Rarity explained.

“And what will we be having tonight?” the Manager asked when he returned.

“I'll have the usual” Rarity said.

“Um...the daisy salad looks nice...” Fluttershy said.

“Ah'd like the fruit salad with a bit of extra apple slices please.” Applejack said.

“I'll have what Miss Rarity has.” Luna said.

“Alright, drinks?” he asked.

“Light white wine thank you.” Rarity said.

“Bit low fer this kinda place but if'n yuh got any applejack daniels Ah'll take that.” Applejack said with a sheepish smile.

“Oh if we're going that way then I must ask if you have anything on the rare side.” Luna said hopefully to the manager.

“We have a nice bottle of two century old moonshine, but we were hoping to serve a princess with htat particular brew...” he started.

“Oh, well then...not sure if you'd believe me but this is in fact princess Luna, just under some minor appearance changing spells.” Rarity said.

“I'm not one to believe that sort of stuff, but coming form you...is it true?” he asked.

“Yes, is there a way I could prove it without revealing the spell?” Luna asked.

“That won't be necessary your highness, what would you like to drink then?” he asked, not forgetting about Fluttershy.

“Oh...um...I'll just take a light red wine please...not too strong.” Fluttershy answered. He nodded and left to take care of the orders.

He returned swiftly with a minature bottle of red and white wine, two wine glasses, a bottle of applejack daniels and a very old looking bottle of midnight blue liquid. Fluttershy daintily sipped at her cup, Rarity a little more indulging. Applejack took a few gulps right off the bat from her bottle. Luna cautiously poured herself a glass of the old liquor. It fizzled ever so slightly and she took a sip. Her nose flared and her eyes fluttered a moment, but she grinned wide when it went down.

“This is amazing, I must know where you acquired it.” Luna asked the Manager as he gave them their food.

“A Mare out in the country that supplies are liquor had it, I could get miss Rarity the address and have it passed to you, enjoy your meals.” he said and waited to other customers.

After a while they were all a bit tipsy and experimental as Luna offered them a cup of the Moonshine. They accepted eagerly, Fluttershy less than the others, and down the shots. Instantly they felt a tingly burn throughout their entire body. Their minds clouded and their balance slipped, but not too much to the point of total inebriation.

“Whoa...” the three mumbled.

“It is a bit strong...I'm really starting to feel it now...” Luna said, shaking her head a bit. They all looked down at their finished meals and wordlessly agreed now would be a good time to leave. They each paid for their own meals, and the small bottles of liquor to take home, and said farewell to the manager. They all stumbled towards the palace, the guards hiding grins as they entered, and into their respective rooms.

“That was the most fun I've had in a long time dear Fluttershy. I thank you.” Luna said with an immense slur.

“Oh it was my pleasure Luna!” Fluttershy said, the inebriation making her bold as she kissed the Princess. Luna grinned and returned it while pushing Fluttershy onto the bed. They looked at each other and saw fire in their eyes.