The RariTwi Chronicles

Part 3:

“Love…” Rarity repeated quietly. “That was the spark of love…” She almost couldn’t believe her own words. She sighed lightly, sinking into the chair. “It...it makes sense. We’ve been friends for so long, and...I always felt something more than just friendship towards her. I never knew what that was but...now I understand. It’s been hiding inside me all along--”

“Hey sis’!” Sweetie Belle called from a short distance.

Rarity nearly jumped when she heard her voice. She quickly closed the book before she could see anything.

“Sweetie Belle quiet!” Rarity said through clenched teeth. She realized her mistake, and silently trotted forward, a book on her back. She sat down next to her and put the book on the table. Rarity read it too herself.

“Daring Do and The Quest For The Sapphire Stone? Hm...I think this might have been the book that Twilight got for Rainbow Dash while she was in the hospital...so, are you sure that this is what you want?” She asked, verifying her request.

“Yes! This looks really awesome! It’s like an action adventure story where this pegasus named Daring Do has to go through this temple to retrieve this really cool stone, but danger and traps are present throughout it, it looks really cool!" She whispered without a pause.

“That’s great Sweetie Belle. Well, come on. I’ve got what I came here for. I’ll check that out for you and, we can go back home.” Sweetie Belle jumped up and trotted towards the librarian at the front. Rarity took the book and brought it back to the bookshelf. She stared at the cover for another moment, before sighing and sliding it back in it’s original spot. She looked back to Sweetie Belle, who was waving for her to come over. She smiled softly at her and slowly walked over.

---”Love, I can’t believe I didn’t realize it before! I knew that I had, some feelings for her but, I never realized it was full blown love.” She sat back in her chair and sighed. “I should have know...I always loved her like the great friend she is but--”

“What are you talking about?” Someone asked from the stairs.

She gasped and quickly looked up. She made a sigh of relief when she saw who it was.

“Oh, Spike, it’s just you. I thought you were like, Rainbow Dash for a second.” She said, taking a breathy sigh. "You know how she comes bursting in here at the most unexpected times!" She laughed.

Spike walked down the stairs. “ True, but nope. Just me. You knew I was here the whole time.” He said.

“Yes, yes I had somewhat forgotten.” She flipped some hair out of her face. “Sorry i just...got caught up in something.” She said, looking back at the book.

“Like what?” He asked.

Twilight glanced around nervously. Should she give her secret away? Well, if anybody was to know it, it might as well be her faithful, trusty dragon assistant.

“Uh...Spike, could you keep a secret?” Twilight asked in hope.

Spike thought about it for a second. “Hm...I don’t know…”

“Please Spike, this is serious! I need to know that I can trust you.” She sighed and turned away for a moment. “Please…” She said quietly.

Spike could tell that this was something that he couldn’t joke about. She usually wasn’t the super serious type when it comes to stuff like, emotions but...he could tell by the way she turned away that this was something new and different.

Spike nodded. “Okay. You can trust me.” He said.

Twilight turned back, her cheeks slightly red. “O-Okay. You have to promise not to tell anyone, okay?” She said sternly.

“Yes, I promise.” This must have been something really serious. Did she kill someone or something?

“Okay...um…” She hesitated. She was about to give away her biggest secret ever. She could back down now! No, she already put Spike in this situation, it would be wrong to just stop and not say a word. It would have him wondering…

She took a deep breath, gathered her courage and said,

“I’m in love with Rarity!”

She covered her mouth. She nearly just screamed it to the entire town! That would have been a huge mistake. She looked at Spike, who just stood there and stared at her.

She removed her hoof from her mouth and gulped. What would Spike think of this?!

“Hm, well, that's...very...sweet, to say the least…”

Twilight’s ears drooped down. “I knew it. You think I’m weird, don’t you?” Twilight asked in disappointment. She turned around and slowly walked to the other side of her room.

“What? No, no! That’s not what I said! I’m being honest, I think it’s sweet, really! I’m not making fun of you. I totally understand!” He tried.

She looked back at him. “R-Really? You're not like...mad, or, weirded out by this, at all?” She asked.

“No.” He walked up to her. “Come on Twilight. I totally understand. Don’t worry.” He reached his hand out to her.

“You can still trust your assistant.” He said with a smile.

Twilight smiled back and took his hand. “Thanks Spike. It feels good to have someone as faithful as you.” She said happily. She changed her tone. “So, uh, what do you think of, you know...us?” She blushed and asked her dragon assistant.

“I think’s it’s pretty cute, to be honest.” He chuckled. “Why haven’t you told her yet?” He asked.

“Oh, I just, never really thought that it was love before now. I always thought it was something else but...I guess I was wrong.” She said, rubbing her shoulder.

“Hm, well, why don’t you tell her now?” He asked.

“You think it’s that easy Spike? Telling one of your best friends, who also happens to be one of the six elements of harmony, who’s also one of the most beautiful unicorns in all of Equestria that you--”

She covered her mouth again and went scarlet. “Uh, did I really just say that out loud?” She asked.

Spike nodded. “Yes you did. Now, listen, cause I might have an idea on how to break the ice. Why don’t you invite her over for, dinner or a sleepover or something. Then, after the nights all over, you could finally tell her how you really feel!” He suggested. He thought it was a great idea.

Twilight gave him a look of doubt. “I don’t know Spike. That just...seems too, romantic.” She said, finding the word.

“Not if it’s a sleepover. Just make it casual.” He said coolly. “It wouldn’t be as awkward, and it would probably more fun.” He crossed his arms over his chest. “Come on. Do you have any bright ideas?” He asked with a smirk.

Twilight didn’t answer. No, she really didn’t. Spike’s idea did sound pretty effective, and like he stated, fun and casual. She really didn’t have much of a choice. It was set. Another realization his her as she looked back to Spike…

She put her head in her hooves. “I can’t believe I’m taking advice from a baby dragon…” She said. Spike frowned. “Nevertheless, that’s a great idea. I like your thinking today Spike.” She said with a smile.

Spike’s smile returned. “Thanks.” Twilight went back to her desk. “I’m going to go tell her right now. I don’t really feel like waiting very long. I guess I’m getting a little, overanxious.” Twilight said.

Spike seemed a little surprised. “Wait. You're going to do this, tonight?” He asked.

“Yes! Well, maybe. Spike, when you have a secret this deep and you want to let it out, you do start to get a little antsy. I can’t wait. I have to at least invite her. And if she can’t come today then, hopefully tomorrow. I just hope she accepts.” Twilight opened the door with her magic and started walking out.

“Wait Twilight!” Spike called. She stopped and glanced back. He smiled. “Even though I’m a baby, I know a lot more than you might expect.” He said.

Twilight chuckled. “You do Spike. You proven that throughout our time here, and you’ve proven that today as well. I’ll be back soon!” She walked out and closed the door behind her, again using her magic. Spike turned around and went back upstairs. he sat in his bed, thinking,

‘I have a feeling that a lot more is going to happen then either of them realize.’ He chuckled in his mind.