Chapter 14

The Flower Petal Spa, Ponyville

The much vaunted “mani-pedi” that Rarity so fervently insisted we partake in sounded far more pleasant than I initially expected, once she explained where it was to take place. The spa we journeyed to was similar to the one Macintosh and I made use of while we stayed at Plage de Sable Blanc. However, it was not nearly so large or lavish. Considering that I was woman of simple tastes, the lack of finer luxuries did not bother me in the slightest.

I was taken aback when Rarity insisted on paying for my treatment. This, of course, only served to make me feel guilty. It was not as though I was some lay-about vagabond who lacked the coin to pay for it! Yet, she claimed it was all part of her “wedding gift” to me. After arguing for some time, I reluctantly gave into her generous offer.

The facility was appropriately furnished, clean, and smelled of soaps and scented oils. When we approached the front desk, a diminutive, white-clad woman smiled at us and recorded our arrival on her computer. I stared in wonder as her slender fingers glided across the keyboard. The personal computer was another piece of Equestrian technology I had yet to familiarize myself with.

I frowned slightly, thinking back to my first experience riding a jet airliner. While it had been exciting to fly through the air in giant, pressurized metal tube… it was also incredibly terrifying at the same time. I would likely experience some embarrassment from my own ignorance in operating the computer, of that I was certain. But at least it was not the kind of embarrassment one experienced while soiling themselves in front of their husband.

Rarity noticed my frown. “Whatever is the matter, Zecora?”

“It is nothing you need to worry yourself over.”

“I have a rambunctious little sister who says the exact same thing when something is bothering her. Go on, darling. You can tell me. I promise that I won’t judge.”

I felt my cheeks warm up. “Very well, just promise me that you will not laugh. It is a rather embarrassing topic for me to discuss.”

“On my honor as a proper lady, I promise that I shall not laugh at your plight!”

“When Macintosh and I traveled to Plage de Sable Blanc, we utilized a jet airliner to get there. It was the first time I had ever flown in an aircraft. Suffice to say, I was terrified when we first took off from the runway. I ended up… soiling myself.”

Rarity patted my back. “Ah, that is rather embarrassing, if I do say so myself. However, I completely understand why you were so terrified. You had never been on an airplane before. Flying was entirely unnatural to you.”

“Believe me; I want to learn about all the wonderful technology Equestria has to offer! It is just that sometimes I feel like a fool for overreacting to things that everyone here has practically taken for granted.”

“Now, now there’s no reason to be so hard on yourself. You came from a more ermm—rustic society, where such technology isn’t widely available. In addition, your people are also quite isolated. I dare say you’re the first Zebrican I’ve ever seen in the flesh!

“Everyone in town will, in all likelihood, be sympathetic towards your lack of knowledge. If they aren’t, then I shall make it my business to inform them about your unique situation!”

I gave Rarity a quick hug. “Thank you, my friend. It warms my heart to see that you are willing to go to such lengths for my sake.”

“You’re quite welcome, darling. Now, let’s get started on our mani-pedi. My nails are practically begging to be polished!”

I very nearly did a double take when we walked into the reception area for our mani-pedi. The woman who was to attend us was dressed in the exact same outfit as the receptionist. The outfit, in of itself, was not unusual nor had it grabbed my attention. I had seen the employees of the resort wear work uniforms too.

What surprised me was how much she resembled the receptionist in a physical sense. The only difference between the two that I could ascertain was their eye and hair color. Otherwise, one could only conclude that they were identical twins. Rarity must have picked up on my confusion because she covered her mouth to stifle a giggle.

“I suppose I should have told you about the owners of this fine establishment. Their names are Aloe and Lotus Blossom. They’re fraternal twins.”

I rubbed the back of my neck. “Is that so? Would you mind telling me who is who? I am afraid that I cannot tell the difference between the two of them.”

“Ah, right. Lotus is the one currently attending us right now. She has pink hair. Aloe, the one with the blue hair, is the one who runs the reception desk.”

“I see. Pardon me, Ms. Lotus but what exactly do you have in store for us?”

Lotus smiled. “Ms. Belle has requested a mani-pedi for the both of you. Your treatment is in preparation for a wedding, yes?”

“Indeed, you have heard correctly. Macintosh and I are going to have the cer—”

“This is excellent news! Please allow my sister and I to give you a deluxe treatment, free of any additional charge! The same offer extends to you as well, Ms. Belle. We need to reward our loyal customers, after all.”

I chuckled nervously. “Are you certain? I am more than willing to pay for it.”

“We insist on making the blushing bride to be look resplendent for her beau! An integral part of our treatment package includes making you feel as relaxed as possible, so that you have plenty of energy to enjoy some late night activities~”

My entire face turned red. “O-oh, that is… quite considerate of you. I suppose I have no other choice but to accept your hospitality.”

“Before we can work on your nails, a deep tissue massage and a trip to the heated pool are in order. If you don’t have any further questions, please follow me into the changing room so we get you set up for a nice, relaxing soak.”

Much to my relief, a sign above the changing room stated that clothing was prohibited in the heated swimming pool area. I quickly stripped out of my t-shirt and shorts and padded over to where Rarity was changing. While I cannot say that she was hesitant about taking off her clothing, she was very methodical about it. I suppose that she simply wanted to be careful about folding them up in order to prevent wrinkles.

Once she was finished, I could not help but take a moment to admire her bare body. Rarity’s skin was smoother than polished marble and lacked any sort of blemish. Her complexion reminded me of an old porcelain doll that my father gave to me when I was still a little girl.

It was obvious to me that she exercised on a regular basis, her svelte frame contained some muscle, but it lacked the hard definition of my own. Her breasts were a bit larger than mine, and they possessed a slightly conical shape. Rarity’s nipples were rather large in comparison, but I felt that they complimented the beautiful curves of her breasts perfectly.

Like me, she did not have any pubic hair. Although, I was fairly certain that she chose to remove it by choice, rather than being born without any in the first place. I was just about to turn around… until I spotted a tiny diamond pierced through her clitoris. She must have noticed my shocked expression because she gave the piercing a gentle flick.

“Do you like what you see?”

“Forgive me, Rarity. I was not my intention to stare.”

Rarity laughed. “It’s not as if I mind, darling. I imagine you’re curious about it, hmm?”

“Ah, yes… I would be lying if I said otherwise. What purpose does such a piercing serve? I cannot say that I have ever seen one like it before.”

Rarity placed her finger on her chin. “First of all: it makes me feel sexy. Second, it provides a little extra stimulation to my rosebud while I’m making love. Trust me, Zecora. It may be a nuisance at first, but I assure you that it is well worth having.”

What Rarity told me may very well have been true, but the thought of having my genitals pierced sent a shiver down my spine. Truth be told, I was quite familiar with piercings. In fact, many of my fellow hunters wore earrings shaped like animals in order to channel the spirit of their essence.

As reluctant as I am to admit this, I am rather strict concerning body piercings. The prospect of having any kind of hole punched through my skin is entirely unappealing to me. The body is at its most beautiful when it is natural and unaltered. That is what the hunters taught me. Even though my people considered earrings an acceptable alteration, I never desired to have any of my own.

I shuffled my feet. “I think it suits you, but I do not believe I shall be getting one of my own.”

“That’s quite alright, dear. Genital piercings aren’t for everyone.”

I nodded in agreement and grabbed a pair of fresh towels from one of the racks. The two of us made our way towards the heated pool, so that we could find a nice spot to relax. I was pleasantly surprised to see that it was an actual pool, rather than the tiny hot tub I was expecting. It meant that we had ample room to stretch our legs and swim a few laps if we so desired.

Rarity slowly clambered down the concrete steps and slid into the water with a contented sigh. I was slightly confused as to why she moved so awkwardly, until I decided to climb down the stairs myself. Unlike the smooth tiles on the floor above, the bottom of the pool was coated in a coarse, bumpy concrete-like substance. As soon as my bare feet touched the surface, I ended up walking just as awkwardly as she did in order to avoid injuring myself.

The water itself was quite pleasant, though. It was roughly the same temperature one would typically use while taking a bath. Unlike the bubbling hot tubs at Plage de Sable Blanc, there was no danger of either of us passing out due to staying in the scalding hot water for too long. I dove underwater in order to get my entire body wet, and surfaced next to Rarity.

“Ahhh, isn’t this just perfect? I feel like all of my stress is melting away!”

“Indeed. I find the water to be quite pleasant.”

Rarity leaned back against wall and chuckled. “You know, it’s rather funny that I like swimming in this pool so much. Originally, I wasn’t entirely sold on visiting this area of the spa whatsoever.”

“Why is that? I was under the impression that you enjoyed coming here.”

Rarity nodded. “Well, of course I do. When visiting a spa, one typically wears a robe to preserve one’s modesty. As you can clearly see, we are prohibited from wearing clothing in this area. While I take great pride in maintaining my figure, I wasn’t… exactly comfortable with the idea of strutting about in the nude.

“When I voiced my concerns to Aloe and Lotus, they assured me that only certain guests were allowed into the area during a session, to ensure that nothing untoward happened. Ironically enough, it was Fluttershy who eventually persuaded me to try it with her.”

I furrowed my brow in confusion. “Excuse me, but why is that ironic? I am afraid that I do not understand…”

“Oh, drat! I completely forgot that you haven’t been introduced to Fluttershy yet. Not to worry, darling. I’m certain that the two of you will become fast friends once you’re properly acquainted.”

“I look forward to meeting her. Please, continue your story.”

Rarity lifted her foot out of the water. “Yes, of course. Where was I? Ehem—well, you see, Fluttershy is a kind-hearted soul but she’s also incredibly shy. As such, the poor dear tends to be… self-conscious of her own body. Not that she has anything to be ashamed of, mind you!

“After her fashion modeling disaster with Photo Finish a few months ago, she became even more self-conscious. It got to the point where even when the weather was dreadfully hot, she still insisted on wearing the least revealing attire possible! That is precisely why I was so shocked when she suggested that we try out the nude recreation area here at the spa.”

I frowned and stared into the water. Despite the vast cultural differences between Zebrica and Equestria, it saddened me that someone could feel so much shame towards their own body that they felt the need to cover it up entirely. I was rather stubborn when it came to my beliefs, but that did not give me the right to judge Fluttershy’s mindset. Perhaps, if she would allow it, I could try to help her feel more comfortable about her body.

Rarity smiled. “She was a bit hesitant to join me in the pool, but let’s be honest: Fluttershy and I have seen each other naked plenty of times before. I imagine that’s why she specifically invited me along, rather than any of the other girls. Once she got over her initial nervousness, we had an absolutely wonderful time.”

From what I could tell, it sounded like the two of them shared a special bond of friendship. A small part of me was envious of their relationship, but I quickly dismissed the feeling. Dwelling on what I lacked during my life in Zebrica was no way to focus on the future I had here in Ponyville. Just as I was about to ask Rarity about the rest of our spa treatment, a spray of water hit my face.

Honestly, I was more surprised than angry, but judging by how red Rarity’s face was… it was safe to assume that she was furious. Over to my right, I spotted Applejack treading water. Considering that she was situated on the deep end of the pool, I came to the conclusion that she had elected to dive into the pool, rather than climb in like Rarity and I had. In a single, powerful stroke, she swam over to us and stood in the shallow section.

Much like Macintosh, Applejack’s body positively rippled with taut muscle. I could tell that she spent just as much time doing chores and tending the fields as my husband did. And she was very likely on par with him as far as physical strength was concerned.

Unlike Rarity’s pale complexion, most of Applejack’s flesh was golden bronze. I suspected it was due to her being constantly exposed to the sun’s rays. Although, I had to stifle a giggle when I noticed that the skin around her chest and groin was several shades lighter than the rest of her body. The contrast of pigments made a rough outline of where she normally would have worn her clothing.

Her hair was untied and hung limply upon her shoulders. Truth be told, I thought she looked more beautiful with her hair that way, even though it was probably impractical for her to keep it that way while she worked. It was… odd to see Applejack without her trademark Stetson, but I imagine that she simply did not wish to ruin the hat by getting it wet.

Applejack was at least a head taller than the both of us. This simply meant that when she stood before us, the waterline gently lapped against her wild, unshaven tuft of blonde pubic hair. After folding her arms underneath her breasts, my sister in-law chuckled awkwardly and grinned.

“Umm… howdy, y’all. It’s a nice day for a swim?”

Rarity put her hands on her hips. “Applejack, do you have even the slightest sense of decorum?! Zecora and I were just trying to relax and a have nice chat until you decided to cannonball into the pool like some overgrown child!”

“Fer cryin’ out loud, Rarity! It’s a damned swimming pool. Yer supposed ta jump in, get wet, an’ have fun!”

“Hmmph! You could have just waded in like the rest of us. I’ll have you know that it’s quite unlady-like to splash water all over everyone!”

Applejack snorted. “Ah hate ta break it to ya, sugarcube: but ah ain’t never been a lady. Besides, it’s been ages since I’ve gotten a proper chance ta go skinny dippin’. You know how much ah hate wearin’ a swimsuit.”

“Oh, I’m quite aware of your distain for proper swimming attire. Growing up on a farm with unlimited access to a private pond does tend to skew one’s opinion when it comes to modesty.”

Applejack rolled her eyes. “C’mon Rares, ya can’t be serious! Why would ah need ta worry about bein’ modest when the only folks around are mah own kin? Hell, even Mac and Bloom don’t bother wearin’ anythin’ when we go swimmin’ together. Skinny dippin’ in the pond is practically an Apple Family tradition!”

I winced when I saw the two of them square off. The air was so thick with tension that I could practically see the heat radiating from their glaring eyes. I desperately wanted them to stop. It was never healthy for anyone to argue like that. After screwing up my courage, I rose out of the water to try and persuade them to stop, until I heard them… laughing?

When I looked over at Applejack, she had one of her arms wrapped around Rarity, in what I could only assume was an affectionate, yet rough hug. Because of Applejack’s height and strength, there was little Rarity could do to resist. Even though she appeared to be quite uncomfortable, the fashionista returned my sister in-law’s affection by giving her a gentle kiss on the cheek.

“It’s good ta see ya, Rares.”

Rarity coughed. “I share the sentiment, but could you at least try to be a bit gentler next time? I think I felt one of my ribs creak…”

“Heh. Sorry, sugarcube. Sometimes, ah forget how strong ah am. How’s business goin’ for ya?”

“Other than a few special projects, I’ve been busy with orders for lighter attire. Summer is just around the corner, you know.”

Applejack shifted to a sitting position. “Don’t ah know it. Tarnation… I’m damn near tuckered out from all of this weddin’ business. Ah know Mac means well, but it takes more than a week ta get everythin’ set—”

“Shhhhhh!”

“Aw shit!” Applejack cursed. “Me and mah big mouth! Ah didn’t mean ta blurt that out! Cat’s outta the bag now, ain’t it?”

Rarity rubbed her temples. “Indeed it is. Did you forget that Zecora is literally sitting right next to us? Well, I suppose… an explanation is in order. Your wedding is going to be here in Ponyville, a week from today. Congratulations, darling!”

A flood of emotions welled in my chest. I could scarcely believe what I just heard. From what I could understand, Macintosh had planned on having our wedding in Ponyville long before we even took our vacation to Plage de Sable Blanc. He had been committed to marrying me even before I summoned the courage to ask him.

Had my wonderful, loving husband been there with us, I would have tackled him to the ground, smothered his body with kisses, and made passionate love to him until he could no longer walk straight. Pushing my sexual urges aside, I felt a growing sense of warmth filling my chest. With tears welling in my eyes, I swam over to Applejack and hugged her as tightly as I could.

“Spirits bless you, sister in-law! You have no idea how much this means to me!”

Applejack gently patted my back. “You’re welcome, sugarcube. I’m just glad that my brother found such a wonderful gal ta share his life with. But—umm—ah can’t take all the credit. Rarity made your weddin’ dress and Pinkie sent out all the invitations. Ah reckon ya ought to thank them too.”

I swam over to Rarity and gave her a gentle hug, followed by a kiss on each of her cheeks. She returned the gesture in kind, though she was daintier about it than Applejack .After I expressed my gratitude once more, we conversed for a while longer until Rarity reminded us of our massage.

All three of us exited the pool and dried off in the changing room. I was slightly disappointed when I realized that I would have to wear something beyond changing room, but Rarity assured me that the only thing I needed to cover myself with was a white bath robe. Once I slipped it on, I found that it was surprisingly comfortable. The soft, fluffy fabric felt wonderful against my skin.

I noticed that neither Applejack nor Rarity wore any undergarments beneath their robes. In fact, they were walking around barefoot as well. The two of them must have noticed my confused expression because Rarity began to giggle. I blushed slightly when I heard Applejack join in.

“This is a spa, darling. You’re not supposed to wear anything underneath the robes. It’s to ensure that we’re as comfortable and relaxed as possible. Besides, we’re all going to have to take them off when we get our massage anyway.”

I cocked my head. “Pardon?”

“You simply take off your robe, lie down on a massage table, and use a towel to cover up your bottom. The attendants will then slather your skin in various scented oils, and work their magic. Trust me dear, it feels marvelous~”

Applejack cracked her knuckles. “Yeah, my neck and back could really use a good tune up. Ah reckon it’s from all the liftin’ I’ve had ta do over the past few days.”

“Applejack, would you kindly crack your knuckles elsewhere? That sound, it’s so… disgusting.”

Applejack grinned and proceeded to crack her neck. “Whoo boy! Nothin’ like loosenin’ things up, eh Rares?”

“Geeeeegguuuhh! You horrible, brutish amazon! Stop doing that this instant!”

Applejack continued to stretch out her arms and legs while they made exaggerated popping sounds. I was not particularly disturbed by it, considering that I went through the same thing during the mornings when I practiced my Engolo stances. However, I could not help but join in Applejack’s laughter when I heard Rarity making some truly bizarre whimpering noises.

Rarity blushed and stomped her foot. “The both of you are terrible! Let’s just… get on with our massage, shall we?”

Aloe and Lotus said that they would attend to Rarity and I. Immediately upon entering the room; I slid out of my robe and made my way over to one of the tables. Applejack and Rarity were decidedly more modest. They chose to wrap a towel around themselves before they lay down on the tables. Lotus offered me a towel to cover up my buttocks, but I politely declined. She simply nodded and began to apply the massage oil to my back.

The rest of our spa treatment continued on without incident. Although, Rarity and I became quite uncomfortable when we heard all of the loud, nearly sensual moans Applejack let out while she was being massaged.

I felt a pang of sympathy for the poor man who was attending to her. He was well muscled, tall, and had short blonde hair. I assumed that he was some sort of athlete, but I was not entirely certain exactly what sport would require him to maintain so much muscle mass. Despite his intimidating appearance, the masseur was very polite and soft-spoken. I believe he mentioned that his name was Bulk Biceps.

My own muscles did not feel particularly tight, nor was I experiencing any significant amount of stress. Nonetheless, Lotus’s ministrations felt wonderful against my skin. Her hands were delicate and smooth and she seemed to have an innate ability sensing where the tension was in my muscles. I moaned softly when she loosened up a spot on my neck.

“You have such lovely skin, Ms. Zecora. Vhat is your secret?”

“I use a mixture of various plants and oils. It is combined into a poultice and applied topically. If you wish, I could stop by later and provide you sample of it.”

Lotus began massaging my buttocks. “Ja, that sounds wonderful. Oh, I’m terribly sorry! I forgot to ask if it was appropriate to touch your bottom. Do you… vant me to stop?”

“No, it is alright. I do not mind. Please, continue.”

Lotus cleared her throat. “You’ll have to excuse my hesitance; most of our customers are not quite as comfortable bearing their bodies as you are. I must say, it is rather refreshing. My sister and I are originally from Der Germӓne Republik. Our people tend to have a more relaxed attitude concerning recreational nudity. That is why ve decided to open Die Nacktbadzimmer.”

“Pardon me, but I do not speak your native tongue.”

“Apologies, Ms. Zecora. It is a pool where one can swim without the need of a bathing suit. Such places were common around the town my sister and I grew up in. Ve simply wanted to give our new Equestrian neighbors a chance to experience it as vell. Although, on a smaller scale.”

I groaned softly as she kneaded my shoulders. “I quite enjoyed swimming in your pool. I will be sure to recommend it to anyone who seems interested.”

“That is good to hear. I believe ve are almost fin—”

All of us were stunned into silence when Applejack groaned in pleasure. If I had not known any better, I would have concluded that she was in the throes of an incredibly intense orgasm. Everyone in the room was blushing profusely, with the sole exception of Applejack, who giggled girlishly and gave Mr. Biceps a smoldering stare.

“Ya sure know how ta touch a gal in all the right places, partner. Next time ah need a massage, I’ll make sure to ask for ya specifically.”

“I—umm—thanks, I think?”

Applejack wrapped the towel tightly around her body and made her way towards the changing room. Before she changed into her robe, she slowly bent down and took something out of the side pocket. With a grin on her face, she sauntered over to Mr. Biceps and slipped the card she retrieved into the waistband of his pants.

“If ya ever wanna grab a bite ta eat, down a few cold ones, or… just have some fun with a country gal, gimme a call.”

Bulk Biceps was left stupefied from Applejack’s invitation. She didn’t react much other than to join us in the changing room. After donning our robes, we ventured over to a set of comfortable looking chairs for our mani-pedis. Once everyone took a seat, Applejack’s face immediately flushed red.

“Uncle Strudel’s lederhosen! Ah can’t believe I just did that!”

Rarity waved her hand. “I know, right? It appears as though Rainbow Dash and I owe you one hundred bits. And you get bragging rights, of course.”

“Ughh! Ah don’t rightly know if what ah did back there sits right with me.”

“Whatever do you mean, darling?”

Applejack rubbed her neck. “Well, umm… what if Bulk actually decides ta call me? Ah can’t just tell him that I was only flirtin’ with him ta win a bet. That’d be downright despicable.”

“Come now, Applejack. Would it really be such a terrible thing to go on a date with him? While I will admit that he isn’t exactly the most dashing fellow, he is not without charm. He’s polite, well-mannered, and I’m sure you noticed all of those rippling muscles~”

AJ twirled a strand of her hair. “Yeah… ah reckon he’s a mighty strong fella. Heh. Maybe ah should challenge him to an arm wrestlin’ match. Ya know, just fer shits n’ giggles.”

“That’s the spirit! Going on a date will be good for you.”

AJ gave Rarity a half lidded stare. “Really, Rares? Yer gonna go there? I’m already gettin’ a mouthful from Granny about Mac gettin’ married. Says ah should ‘find a good man ta settle down with while I’m still young enough ta have kids’.”

“You don’t immediately need to get married, darling. But let’s be honest: when was the last time you tried having a relationship? In fact, I imagine it’s been ages since you’ve had any sex.”

Applejack blushed. “That ain’t—oh fine! It has been a while. I’ll admit that I’ve got a fierce itch that needs scratchin’. Ya know what? Maybe I’ll just call Bulk first! It ain’t like I’ve got anythin’ ta lose.”

“Well, it seems as though something good has come out of this little bet. I’m happy for you, Applejack. I hope that you enjoy your little date with Bulk.”

AJ snorted. “Darn tootin’ ah will! With all the bits I’ve won, I’m gonna go ta some fancy ass restaurant in Canterlot just ta make ya jealous. Ah might even be inclined ta wear a dress too.”

I did not find the need to say much. Although, I was inclined to agree with Rarity that I had never seen Applejack show even the slightest interest when it came to matters of romance. I simply squeezed her hand in encouragement. She squeezed back and gave me an appreciative smile. As for the remainder of our mani-pedi, none of us felt the need to say another word. We simply relaxed and allowed the attendants to work their magic.

By the time we finished our treatment and got dressed, it was already early evening. I wanted to follow Applejack back to Sweet Apple Acres, but she informed me that it would ruin the surprise. Even though I had not been away from Macintosh for very long, I still wanted to see him… but I suppose it could wait. Reluctantly, I agreed and made my way back to the cabin.

Since it was so close to dinner time, I decided to brew a pot of mint leaf tea and some chicken stew. I was surprisingly hungry, so I indulged in two bowls of stew and took my cup of tea into the bedroom. After taking off my clothes, I walked over to my ever growing collection of books and picked out a romance novel.

I had always been an avid reader, ever since I was a little girl. However, most of the time I enjoyed reading works of non-fiction. Tonight, I decided to deviate a bit from the norm and start one of the “trashy” romance novels that Rarity had suggested I read. I rolled my eyes when I saw the cover. There was a shirtless, muscular man and woman dressed in torn clothing pictured on the front cover. Their bodies were pressed against one another in a passionate embrace.

In hindsight, I should have known that Rarity enjoyed reading erotica. I was opposed to erotic works of fiction or art, but even I had to admit that the picture on the cover was a bit… gaudy. Throwing caution to the wind, I grabbed the book and lay down on my bed. After reading the first two chapters, I realized just how graphic the book was.

Admittedly, I was feeling rather lonely. Before I knew it, my mind became filled with lurid sexual fantasies the book described. As time wore on, I began to imagine myself doing these things with Macintosh. My hand slowly crept down towards my waist as I continued to read.

I did not masturbate very often, but tonight was different. I was relaxed, aroused, and lonely all at the same time. I began to stroke my lips in lazy circles until the pleasant tingling sensation became more intense. Out of desperation, I inserted two of my fingers and began pumping them in and out. The sensation was pleasant… but it paled in comparison to having my husband’s penis inside of me.

Just as I was about to reach my climax, I heard a knock at the door. Without even thinking, I scrambled out of bed and rushed to answer it. When I opened it, I saw Derpy standing before me with a letter in her hand. She must have noticed my disheveled state because she averted her eyes and rubbed her arm.

“I’m sorry if I interrupted your private time, Ms. Zecora. But umm—I’ve a got an important letter for you. It’s postmarked from the Zebrican Embassy. I think you might want to read it.”

I blushed heavily after taking the letter. “Thank you, Derpy. Have a pleasant evening.”

“No problem, it’s my job after all! Oh, and don’t feel too bad about answering the door naked. I’ve done that a couple of times myself. It usually happens after I’m done taking a shower. But I swear I’ve gotten better at remembering to wear a towel! Anyway, have a good night!”

Somehow, I was not entirely surprised that something like that had happened to Derpy. She was an adorable, if somewhat clumsy woman. I am sure that her husband did not mind when she forgot to wear a towel. After waving goodbye, I took a seat on my bed and opened the letter.

Dearest Daughter,

I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to inform you that my supporters and I have deposed your father from his position as High Chieftain of Zebrica. After you left, he became increasingly paranoid and became obsessed with finding you. It got to the point where he would enact severe punishments for even the most minor of offenses. We… simply could not tolerate his behavior anymore. Our coup went smoothly and was met with little violence, but your father still managed to escape and we have no idea of his whereabouts. Do not worry about me. I only ask that you enjoy the new life you have.

With all of my love,

-Nimwae

Author's Note

I apologize in advance for my terrible German. If I used the incorrect phrase, or gender for the nouns let me know so I can fix it.