Spike looked at the clock, growing more anxious as the seconds ticked by. He sat, not even bothering to touch his gems, as he started seemingly endlessly at the clock.
"Spikey? Aren't you gonna join us?" Rarity asked.
"Uh..no thank you" He replied, not peeling his eyes from the clock.
Everypony looked at each other, clearly confused. Apple Jack leaned over towards the others, whispering.
"Y'all noticed Spike's behavior lately? He been acting kinda strange in my opinion."
"Trust me, I've noticed. As of lately, he's been very excited to leave the house almost every afternoon" Twilight replied, sipping her tea.
"Got any idea why though?" Rainbow Dash asked.
Twilight shook her head in response. The girls all looked over at Spike, who was still staring at the clock. The instant the clock went off, signaling it was 2:00, he got up and ran out the door.
"You're right about one thing. He's very eager to leave" Fluttershy said.
"Maybe Spike's an undercover spy! Maybe his name's not really Spike! Maybe he's....a secret agent!" Pinkie Pie exclaimed. "We should follow him!"
"I don't know about that, Pinkie. But, it would he nice to know where he's spending his afternoons. Usually he spends them with you, Rairty" Twilight said, finishing her tea.
"That's the thing. He barely stops in to see me anymore. It's disappointing really" Rarity replied, looking down.
"Well, what are we waiting for!? Let's go find out what Spike's up to!" Pinkie exclaimed, suddenly in her spy suit.
"Ain't that a bit, unnecessary?" Apple Jack asked.
"Nope!"
Everypony sighed as they followed the ecstatic, pink, spy mare out the door. She dramatically hid behind things, under things, even under and on top of ponies. It was kinda embarrassing.
***
"What's taking her so long?" Spike wondered.
"Right here, kid. Sorry it took so long. I had to make an excuse to Flitter as to where I was going" Cloudchaser explained, landing beside him.
"And where are you, supposedly?" Spike asked, raising an eyebrow.
"Sweet Apple Acres. Preordering some Apple cider" She replied.
Spike chuckled, stretching his wings. It was the main reason he came to see Cloudchaser. Flying lessons. Sure, he could've just gotten then from Rainbow Dash or Fluttershy. But, he'd rather do it with Cloudchaser. She was more patient, and yet, not too patient. Rainbow Dash would most likely fall asleep watching. And Fluttershy would be way too kind about it. But Cloudchaser, was just right.
To be honest, he'd become quite fond of the mare. She was kind, tough, smart, strong, etc. After growing wings, he believed he'd automatically be able to fly. This was anything but true. He got about as high off the ground as Scootaloo before face planting into it. It was clear, he would need an instructor. So, he stumbled upon Cloudchaser and made plans for training times.
"Alright, kid. Let's get started with some warm ups" She said, starting to do pushups.
"You know I'm not really a kid a anymore, right? I mean, I've gotten so big, I have to walk on all fours now" He replied, following her lead.
"True. But, remember who taught you that as well."
"You have taught me a lot of things. Too bad you can't teach me more."
"Well I certainly didn't teach you how to flirt. And whoever did, sucks at it."
Spike suddenly stopped his pushups, smiling in a mischievous manner. Cloudchaser stood up as well, cocking her head to the side in confusion. "What, kid?"
"I've gotta a challenge. Beat me in a race, you get to teach me how to flirt. You fail, I get to teach you" Spike growled, seductively.
Cloudchaser smirked herself. "You're on, kid" She took her place beside him, both spreading their wings. They swished their tails about, before taking off. Unbeknownst to them, their whole performance was being watched from a bush.
"Who knew Spike had a thing for Cloudchaser. Weird" Rainbow Dash said.
"I think it's kinda cute" Fluttershy quietly replied.
"Spike never...told me..he had a marefriend" Rarity whispered, looking down.
"He didn't tell any of us, Rarity. You never know, she might not be. Although by the way they were flirting, I'd say it's possible" Twilight said, putting a hoof on her shoulder.
"Look! They're coming in for the landing. It looks like it's gonna be Spike!" Pinkie pie said, loudly
The girls all shushed her, covering her mouth. Spike did end up winning the race, landing somewhat gracefully. Cloudchaser landed beside him, gasping for breath. Spike wrapped he tail around himself, smirking. He leaned towards her ear.
"I think we have company" He whispered, motioning with his eyes.
She followed this gaze to spot a tiny bit of a pink tail, sticking out of a bush. Cloudchaser giggled a little, as Spike whispered his plan to her. The two then did their best to act natural.
"Well Spike, I guess you win. You get to try out your flirting skills on me" Cloudchaser said, looking embarrassed.
"Cloudchaser, I just wanted to say, I know how you feel deep down. I can see it in your eyes when you look at me. You want me" Spike replied, trying not to laugh.
"Y-You knew? Oh Spike! You dont know how long I've been trying to hide my feelings!" Cloudchaser dramatically exclaimed.
"Well, since I won the race, and we both feel the same way, what'd do you say we...release all our feelings?" Spike seductively, asked, pinning her to the ground.
"I dont know, Spikey. What about Twilight? And Rarity? And the rest of the mane six? How will they feel?"
"Who cares what they think? All that matters is us. How we feel. And I'll be honest, I can't hold back anymore, Cloudy."
"Then don't, Spikey Wikey" Cludchaser purred seductively. She could almost hear the sound of Rarity's teeth grinding together. "But, are you sure you wanna do this? Can we both handle it?"
"Loves like rock and roll, baby. It's epic, intense, amazing. Gets your blood pumping, and adrenaline flowing. This, is gonna be just like it."
"Oh, Spikey. You really can charm a mare."
"Only you, Cloudy. Only you."
Spike gently and teasingly bit her ear, making her moan dramatically. The two leaned in and we're just about kiss, when two ponies stopped them from doing such.
"DON'T YOU EVEN THINK ABOUT IT!" Rarity and Twilight screamed. Their faces were red with anger, both for different reasons.
They were bewildered when Spike and Cloudchaser erupted into laughter. They laughed so hard they started crying. After a good few minutes the two calmed down.
"Y-You should've seen your faces! You really thought we were g-gonna go there!" Spike exclaimed, wiping his tears.
"Come on, you guys. Be real. Spike and I aren't that desperate. Yet" Cloudchaser tears, leaning against him.
"Wait. Y'all knew we were here? You was just playing with us?" Apple Jack asked.
"Of course! Pinkie Pie doesn't always do a good job of hiding herself" Spike replied.
All the mares glared at Pinkie, clearly irritated. She didn't notice though. She was too busy planning a party for Spike and Cloudchaser.
"So, when did you two become a thing?" Rarity inquired, her face returning to its normal color.
"It's a long story. Oh my Celestia! A meteor!" Spike exclaimed.
"Where!?" All the mares tuned around at the same time. The sky was perfectly clear.
"Spike, I don't see-" Twilight started but abruptly stopped when she realized Spke and Cloudchaser were gone.
"You're so evil" Cloudchaser laughed as she flew alongside Spike.
"I have my moments" He replied.
Cloudchaser flew onto Spike's back, walking up to his head. She leaned down and kissed his nose, staring into his eyes.
"Love you, Spikey Wikey" She teased, nuzzling his nose with her own.
"Love you too, Cloudy" He teased right back, kissing her light purple lips.