Celestia's mother opened her eyes and yawned loudly, stretching and cracking her bones that, if anypony were around, they'd certainly go deaf. She conjured up her dimension watching device.

"Dang, whoever know that One Punch Mare would be such an addicting Anime!" she commented to herself, flipping through the various dimensions she made & left. "Let's see here... wait a minute... it's been that long!? Oh me! I gotta see what happened!" She began watching the past on what happened involving Twilight and her, not-so-lover, Moondancer.

Both Twilight and Moonadancer stood outside Carousel Boutique. Almost immediately, after moving in, Spike caught sight of Rarity and instantly had a crush on the unicorn. While Moondancer found it cute, Twilight couldn't stop thinking that this was some sort of metaphor with her relationship with Moondancer, even if they were the same species and around the same age.

"So Twilight," Moondancer spoke "Are you enjoying Ponyville?"

"... We've only been here a week." Twilight replied "So far, everypony seems nice, but it is... different."

"Use to Canterlot?"

"Use to it? I was raised in there since I was a filly, and so was Spike."

"Yeah, but at least Spike is having fun here. Yesterday, he and some colts were playing together, acting like the Pony Rangers."

"Pony Rangers? Don't you mean the Power Ponies?"

"You've never heard of the Pony Rangers!?"

"...Apparently. Who are they?"

"...Okay, well, this is actually a manga series that's imported from Neighpan, but it has-" A green glow with Spike's noticeable belch heard. Rarity's loud scream was heard.

"Hold that thought." Twilight charged into the Boutique. "Spike! Come on! Let's get you-" Twilight was silenced as Rarity came to her and hugged her.

"Thank you, Twilight!" Rarity exclaimed like a filly. "Thankyouthankyouthankyou!!!" Twilight stared confused.

"Thank me for what?"

"Why, for getting me tickets to the grand galloping gala of course!" she squeed. "Finally! I can finally meet... him!"

"Him?" Moondancer asked.

"Him! Prince Blueblood! Why, I can see it now: I would stroll through the gala, and everyone would wonder, "Who is that mysterious mare?" They would never guess that I was just a simple pony from little old Ponyville. Why, I would-"

"Don't." Lemon Hearts interrupted. Walking through the front door, Lemon Hearts came walking in.

"Lemon Hearts?" Twilight asked "What are you doing here?"

"I was going to see my latest dress, but overheard Rarity talk about the grand galloping gala."

"But what do you mean by 'Don't'?" Rarity asked

"Simple. All those things you heard about Blue-Blood, how he's the prince of anymares dreams? Sorry, but those mares are lying to somepony they dislike a lot, because Blueblood is a nightmare made from Tartarus." Rarity stared at Lemon Hearts.

"Uh... you can't be really serious. I mean, maybe he's a bit exaggerated, but I can work with-"

"There's nothing redeeming about him. I work with him, and you would not BELIEVE how much of a jerk he is! Were it not for his title as a prince, then I'm certain that you, me, and every other mare that has or will want to meet or work with, would like to punch his pretty face until it looks like that ugly statue in the Canterlot castle!" Rarity blinked, then levitated her ticket to her face.

"Well... are there any other princes around?"

"Nope. But if you ask me, bring your dresses along and impress the nobles there. You'll get more business and, perhaps in a few months, you'll get a store in Canterlot." Rarity's eyes widened with glimmer.

"A store... in Canterlot?"

"That is what you wanted, right?"

"Oh my yes! Yes!!! It's always what I wanted!!! Why on earth did I want to meet that Blue-Blooded character in the first place? ...Wait, how did you know I want a store in Canterlot?"

"It's not that hard; the style of your mane, the store you have, and your personality all read Canterlot to me."

"Oh, well thank you, Darling. I suppose you want the second ticket to the Gala?"

"Second ticket?" Twilight and Moondancer asked in unison.

"Oh that's right." She held up a second golden ticket. "I was given two tickets to the Grand Galloping Gala, one for me and a friend of mine. Oh, I wish I could take you all, but I only have one."

"But... we already have one." Twilight replied.

"Oh, you do? Well... perhaps I should give this to-"

"Hello~ Everypony!" Pinkie's excited voice was heard as the pink mare bounced in. "Hello Lemon Hearts, hello, lovebirds, hello Rarity, hello secondgoldentickettothegrandgallopinggallasentbyCelestiaasajokeforalesson." She paused. "... A TICKET FOR THE GRAND GALLOPING GALA!?!?!?"

"You know of the Grand Galloping Gala?"

"Who hasn't!? It's the most amazing incredible tremendous super-fun wonderful terrifically humongous party in all of Equestria! I've always-"

"It isn't." Lemon Hearts interrupted again. Pinkie stood like a statue, her expression going from extreme joy to a confused look.

"What? But I was gonna sing a song regarding my joy for the-"

"Yeah, it isn't the joyful experience you're thinking of. It's really more of a... long, boring social party where representatives of their businesses go to discuss their stocks and political views as a way to woo Celestia over to let them do what they want in exchange for cake." The place went silent. "Oh, and the Wonderbolts will be there, but-" The roof crashed as Rainbow Dash fell in.

"The Wonderbolts will be at the gala!?" She asked in excitement. Lemon Hearts groaned.

"Yes... the Wonderbolts will be there, but-"

"ALRIGHT!!! I'm gonna show them all my stuff so that way, I, Rainbow Dash, will be able to join them and become one of the elite fliers of-!"

"They don't do tryouts at the gala!!!" Rainbow froze and looked confused.

"Wha? But... the wonderbolts are there. Shouldn't they be-?"

"No, they don't do tryouts at the gala, at all! Many of the elite fliers are there just for the sole purpose of winning some sponsors to the Wonderbolt academy and, if they're old, still be remembered sign some autographs to some of the ponies that want their autograph, like you."

"B-But... Spitfire will be there, and they're going to perform, aren't they?"

"Yeah, at the beginning, but it's back to the floor with them and mingle with the upperclass for money. As for Spitfire, she's just there to remind Celestia of the deal they had some years ago."

"A deal?" Twilight asked

"What was it?" Moondancer asked, also intrigued.

"... I'm not suppose to say it," Lemon Hearts spoke, "but... Spitfire placed a bet to Celestia, saying that if she can live on the sun for an entire day without burning up, then Celestia will make her the face of the Wonderbolts."

"...Really?" Rainbow Dash asked

"Hey, I read it in her diary during one of my routine clean ups. You wouldn't believe the mess the animals make on a-"

"Did somepony mention animals?" Fluttershy asked, flying in gently. Lemon Hearts Groaned to herself even louder.

"Yes, Fluttershy... there are... animals, and they're all in the garden."

"Oh my, that sounds wonderful. I actually wanted to go to the Gala for that; The flowers are said to be the most beautiful and fragrant in all of Equestria. For the night of the gala, and that night alone, would they all be in bloom... and that's just the flora! Don't get me started on the fauna; There's loons and toucans and bitterns, oh my! Hummingbirds that can really hum, and buzzards that can really buzz. White-blue-"

"Yes, yes, but the animals get very timid at the Gala."

"...Timid?"

"Okay, with all the excitement going on, there's going to be a lot of loud noises that will scare the animals, both big and small. Plus, with you, I'm certain you're going to get all excited and scare them, go crazy that you can't hug one, and, bring them in, destroying the gala." Fluttershy's ears flattened on her head.

"Oh... so... I'm going to crash the party if I do go?"

"No, I'm not saying you will. I'm saying that you should be prepared if you want to do this. Unlike the rest of these ponies, yours is a bit more simplier. All you have to do is bring some treats; some fish for the carnivores, some apples for-"

"Did somepony mention apples?" Applejack asked, walking in.

"GIVE ME A BREAK!!!"

"Are those tickets to the Grand Galloping Gala?" Lemon Hearts breathed hard, but slowed down.

"Yes... they are. Wanting to make business?"

"Yep."

"Selling Apple related products?"

"Yep."

"Cider with it?"

"Uh... Nope."

"Zap Apple jam?"

"...Nope."

"Anything considered 'fancy'?" Applejack stared blankely. "Just bring the stuff I said and make everything fancy looking. Only one guy will buy from you, but that's it."

"Alrighty then."

"Okay... anypony else wanna come and add more problems!?" Silence fell. Spike rose his hand. "Yes, Spike?"

"Uh... what should I do at the Gala?" She breathed hard, but was otherwise, calm.

"Just hang out at Donut Joe's shop and read your Pony Rangers."

"...Huh... guess my plans have nothing wrong with it, then."

"We have one problem, though!" Rainbow Dash spoke. "There's five of us and only two tickets!"

"Indeed!" Rarity added "And I'm not sure if any of us want to go to the Gala anymore!" Lemon Hearts sighed again.

"Your tickets allow you to bring a plus one with you." she spoke. "It's written on the back. For the 5th one... either they get left behind or take Spike with you, since he has a ticket. And don't you two have sisters?"

"Oh shoot!" Applejack yelled "Applebloom's gotta do her chores!!!"

"And Sweetie Belle has her singing instructor!" Rarity added. The two ran out of the door. Lemon Hearts turned to the three.

"I heard you have a big fan, Rainbow Dash." She spoke.

"Who? Scootaloo?" Rainbow Dash asked "Eh, she's alright, but-"

"She's planning on making a fan club around you."

"I'M COMING, SCOOTS!!!" She flew off. She looked at the other two.

"Oh... I gotta feed Angel." Fluttershy spoke, lowering her head and trotted away.

"And I'm outta this chapter!" Pinkie added, floating away with some balloons. Twilight and Moondancer stared as Lemon Hearts let out a sigh of relief.

"...What plans do you have for the Gala?" Moondancer asked

"Eh, try to find a way to ruin it." Lemon Hearts replied "Celestia hates it as much as me, so I'll find a way to crash it. You can join me if you want."

"Uh... thanks, but no thanks." Twilight replied "I'll be with Celestia-"

"She'll be too busy for you, Twilight. Just hang out with everyone else."

"Oh... what will they be doing?"

"Lyra will spread her words about Humans, Minuette will most likely abduct people to check their teeth as Colegate, and Twinkleshine... she'll probably be the only normal one at the Gala. So... bored. Come on, let's get outta here before somepony beleive we're breaking and entering." Without much of a word muttered, they left Rarity's home/store, closing the door behind them.

Celestia's mother watched with a blank expression.

"Well... that was... something." she commented "Hopefully, the season finale will pay off. Ooh! Extra scene!!!"

Flash Sentry stood near the doorway of her father's house.

"For the last time," his father spoke behind the door. "No! You're not going to take the ship!"

"But dad," Flash replied "My destiny is probably ruined!"

"Destiny!? Fah! You don't let the stars determine it, you make it!"

"Yeah, I made it by following the stars, now they broke, and I'm following your footsteps!"

"Oh, so you wanna be a dancer like me?"

"What!? No! As a sky Pirate! Our ancestors were legends! Let me continue that tradition! And... a dancer?" The door opened and Flash's father came before him. His father had a more yellow coat than his son, but they had the same mane color. His father wore a black, leather jacket with studs, and hoof rings around his forelegs, matching his jacket. He also wore Mascara. Flash stared at his father in awkward silence.

"What!? I got a job as a backup dancer for Countess Coloratura."

"And... you're fine with... this?" He gestured to his father

"... Yes."

"...okay... alright, how about this: if I take my little brother along, then will you give me the ship?"

"...Eh, alright, but I'll be watching you! And reading about you! If you get caught, I have no idea who you are, got it?"

"Gotcha! I won't disappoint!"

"Eh, whatever. The ship's here," he gave his son a map "and you're going to need a crew. Know anyone that'd join?"

"I can think of at least a dozen."

"Good. Well, see ya! If you have the time, check out the Countess's performance in Neighpan. The writer and illustrator of the Pony Rangers will be there, so that should make your brother happy."

"Yes... even if he's the only one who can understand Neighpaneese."

"Ooh! I can't wait for the next episode!" Celestia's mother commented, conjuring up her completed Manga collection of the Pony Rangers series. "Dang... who knew this would sell like hotcakes?"

Author's Note

Wow, I've been distracted.