Of course Rarity is running her Carousel Boutique, even if Sweetie Belle is helping her with the accessories now. Being a Royal Tailor does help her out immensely.

If it was surprising her before, she never let on as the Lady she is. Sweetie Belle found a liking to Dinky Whooves, a kind and gentle filly of Derpy Whooves and Doctor Whooves. That enthusiasm is apparently one of their family traits.

Business is booming, some Pony has to deliver orders to the far corners of Equestria and beyond. Who is better than Derpy Mail? Even if connections can open doors and bring in a few unexpected deals.