Rainbow Present
By: Duelist96
Chapter 1: Ribbons, Lace, and Love
It was dark in Ponyville, the streetlamps not even able to illuminate the freshly shoveled park trail. A single pony walked the path, hands in her pockets as her windswept, rainbow-colored mane and tail blew in the gentle breeze. She wore a pair of dark blue jeans, as well as a cyan hoodie with holes in the back that allowed her cyan wings freedom to move. On the front of her hoodie was her signature cutie mark; a cloud with a single, jagged rainbow lightning bolt striking down. In addition, five sets of three paired diamonds surrounded her mark, which had only been added after certain recent past events. This mare was known as Rainbow Dash to the townsfolk, but strangers only knew her as the Element of Loyalty and savior of Equestria many times over with the help of her friends.
Many of the townsponies would find her flying through the air, her confident laughter echoing around town as she practiced her stunts. Sadly, Rainbow Dash couldn’t find it in her heart to fly around at this time of night. In fact, if ponies passed close enough to hear, they would have heard some of her choked sobs as tears stung at her eyes. Rainbow was known for her immense pride, and Rarity had been the first to break through that barrier. Rarity was the local seamstress in Ponyville, also as the Element of Generosity, and was the only known pony to actually get Rainbow to open up with her feelings.
Thankfully, Rarity had been courteous enough to never share anything that Rainbow had told her, unless it involved having to make a few apologies to their friends. As Rainbow continued to walk along the trail, her body shivered at the immense cold. She didn’t care, though, because the cold helped to distract her from her troubling thoughts. Unfortunately, those thoughts persisted, only increasing the amount of tears her eyes produced and caused her sobs to increase in volume. Pulling her hands out of her pockets, she breathed on them to help warm them up as her wings continued to sag against her back.
During her walk, she happened upon a clean picnic table. Looking around to see if there were any ponies, she walked over to the bench and sat down. She crossed her arms and buried her head in her sleeves as she let the tears flow. Rainbow Dash had made mistakes in the past, but she had always been apologetic about them, and her friends and the locals have always forgiven her. This time, though, she diddn’t believe that she would be able to earn a certain mare’s forgiveness. Continuing to cry into her jacket, Rainbow’s mind started to wander back to when her relationship had started with Rarity.
Rainbow Dash had never been one to really think about going into a deep relationship with anypony. Hell, there were times that a few bullies had called her a prude because she never pursued sex in her earlier years. It probably didn’t help either that her tomboyish looks made it easier for many of the stallions to befriend her rather than ask her out. When they did, she wouldn’t accept their offer. Rainbow Dash had moved out of her parents’ home after turning eighteen and applied for weather schooling. It wasn’t the kind of college experience that her parents had wanted for her, but they supported her decision.
During her time there, she learned a lot about weather, which she found fascinating. Being honest with herself, weather school was probably the only time she applied herself the hardest. She was never a bad student, but all the other subjects that she was learning didn’t hold her interest. She much preferred to be in the air, letting her wings carry her around, and she pushed herself to the limit. Rainbow Dash actually finished weather school ahead of schedule. It was only a few months before she turned nineteen when she graduated.
After graduating, she applied for any open weather position. She quickly heard back from Ponyville and after meeting with the previous manager, she was made the new manager after the old one retired. At nineteen, Rainbow Dash is currently the youngest weather manager, having only reached the position in a few weeks. Through her job she was able to meet some of her friends, later learning about Fluttershy, who was staying in Ponyville as well. She continued her job as she always did, but started practicing on the side for the Wonderbolts after learning she was of age to join their ranks.
Time rolled along as it always did, but with the arrival of Twilight, she had more excitement in her life than she thought possible. It was also because of Twilight that Rainbow learned that she had feelings for one of her friends. Rainbow could remember that strange feeling that she gotten when Rarity had been kidnapped by diamond dogs, and all she could think about was saving her. Thankfully, Rarity was able to save herself. Then came her adventures with Discord, Chrysalis, Sombra, Tirek, and finally Starlight Glimmer.
She learned about her feelings after Discord’s release, but she refused to accept them. Rainbow Dash and Rarity were on two completely different ends when it came to their personalities. Rarity loved to be lady-like, while Rainbow preferred to be outgoing. Interestingly enough, after Tirek was stopped, she spoke with Cadence and she could no longer hide her feelings. During the train ride back from the Crystal Empire to Ponyville, she had asked Rarity for a private word.
Rarity had followed her to another train car, and that was when Rainbow said everything that had been on her mind. Rarity was actually shocked at hearing this information. Rainbow could remember the beating of her heart as she awaited Rarity’s answer. She remembered the range of emotions that ran across Rarity’s features, and she feared that she had said too much. When Rainbow went to apologize, she was stopped when Rarity lightly kissed her lips. The train ride back was uncomfortable after that kiss, as Rainbow found it hard to put her wings down.
After that confession, the next four years flew by. Rainbow was now twenty-five years old, and she was the youngest member of her friends. Rarity was thirty, but to Rainbow, she was still as young and lovely as when she’d first met her. Through all this time, Rainbow has done as much as she could do to keep her relationship with Rarity strong. She had tried before, Cloudchaser and Flitter, Raindrops, and even Cloudkicker were former ponies that she had dated. Thankfully, those relationships ended on good terms, so they were able to remain good friends as they moved on.
Rainbow sighed heavily as she remembered all the good times she had with Rarity. The two had been able to step out of their comfort zones together, trying things they never really had an interest in. Rarity had been able to get Rainbow to behave herself whenever they went out on a date, and Rainbow was able to get Rarity to let loose when alone at the boutique. Rainbow smiled at all these happy memories, but that soon turned to a frown as her most recent mistake moved to the forefront of her mind. Her tears were renewed as the past events played back in her mind, causing her heart to ache in pain.
Before her thoughts took over, she wondered where she’d made her biggest mistake at. Running a hand through her mane, her tears continuing to fall, she put a hand into her hoodie pocket and felt something. She pulled out whatever was in her pocket, and looked at it with mixed emotions. In her hand was a small, black velvet box. Her thumb ran along the material, giving a pleasant feeling that calmed her a little. She opened the box to see a single ring inside. The ring was gold, the inside inscribed with Rarity’s name. On top of the ring were three gems that consisted of a ruby, sapphire, and an emerald, designed exactly like Rainbow Dash’s cutie mark.
A small smile formed on Rainbow’s lips before turning to a frown as she watched the gem sparkle in the little light. The ring was the gift that Rainbow had gotten for Rarity for Hearth’s Warming Eve. Her job paid decently enough, but she had to pull multiple shifts and lots of overtime in order to get the ring. It was because of this ring that Rainbow had to skip getting a few gifts for Rarity. Rarity made it clear before that she wasn’t upset at her ‘forgetfulness’, but Rainbow knew better. She could hear the disappointment that was in Rarity’s voice, but she had held strong as she was determined this one gift would make up for all of that.
Now, here she was, alone in the park on a cold winter’s night. Choking back a sob, Rainbow closed the velvet box and pocketed the ring. She put both hands against her head, mumbling to no one as she chastised herself for what she did. Rarity’s disappointment had always tugged at her heart, but she was able to pull through it because she knew that they still loved each other. This time, what Rarity had said to Rainbow made it feel like her entire heart had been ripped from her chest. Rainbow shuddered harshly from a strong breeze of cold while she lamented on her mistake.
Earlier in the Night
Rainbow Dash had picked up Rarity’s present from Amethyst, a feeling of joy spreading through her. She hovered in the air after exiting the store, a smile spreading across her face as she looked down at the velvet box. Hours of work was finally paying off, and Rainbow couldn’t be happier with her decision. She loved Rarity deeply, and she wanted her to know just how much she cared. As she flew through the air, velvet box in hand, her joy soon grew to worry. Rainbow was close to Berry Punch’s bar, and decided to stop and have a drink.
Entering the establishment, she was greeted by many of the patrons. Rainbow waved to all the ponies around the bar as she spotted friends she knew. Cloudchaser waved her over, Rainbow waving back and mouthing to them that she would be over after she got herself a drink. Approaching Berry’s bar, the barmare greeted her warmly as she pulled out Rainbow’s regular drink.
“An apple cider, Berry? You know me so well,” Rainbow said, taking the bottle as Berry laughed warmly.
“You hardly ever try anything else. Plus, there’s a few more that you can take back with you as a gift from me,” Berry said, grabbing an empty glass and cleaning it as she smiled at Rainbow.
“A gift for what, exactly?” Rainbow asked with a raised brow.
Berry gave Rainbow a confused look as she set the glass down. “Aren’t you going to pop the big question to Rarity?” Berry asked, her tone laced with confusion.
Rainbow froze in place as her wings gave a little twitch. “Who told you that?” Rainbow said in a harsh whisper, leaning over the bar and into Berry’s ear.
Pushing Rainbow back out of her personal space, Berry pointed over to the end table. “You can thank Flitter for spoiling that,” Berry said. She saw Rainbow slump a little and nudged her to get her attention. “Be glad that Raindrops stopped her before she said anything else. I was the only one she told,” Berry said in a reassuring tone.
“Still, it was supposed to be a surprise, and everypony would know if she said yes,” Rainbow said, pouting a little as she took a quick swig of her drink.
“Do you honestly think she wouldn’t?” Berry asked, putting aside her other work to listen to a good friend.
“If I’m being honest, I don’t think she would,” Rainbow said, slamming more of her drink down. “Berry, can I be completely honest with you?” Rainbow asked, taking a quick seat on one of the barstools.
“Rainbow, you know you can tell me anything,” Berry said, keeping her attention on her friend. “The first rule they teach a barmare is to keep an ear open.” This got a slight laugh out of Rainbow as she played with her drink.
“I’m surprised that my relationship with her has lasted this long,” Rainbow admitted, a frown spreading across her lips.
“How come you think that?” Berry asked, genuine concern in her tone.
“Well, you know that I dated those four over there before,” Rainbow said, pointing to the four mares who were chatting amongst themselves. Berry nodded her head before looking back at Rainbow. “It never lasted long between any of us because of our differences. I love flying in the air, practicing my stunts so I can join the Wonderbolts, but they were more content with just more casual things.”
Berry watched Rainbow closely, waiting to see if there was anything more for her to say before offering her own thoughts. “With Rarity, though, has there been anything different?” Berry asked, getting her friend to raise an eyebrow at her.
“What do you mean by that?” Rainbow asked with confusion.
“You say that your relationships didn’t last long because of your differences, but Rarity is your polar opposite,” Berry started to explain. “What makes it that you’re able to stay with her longer than your past ones?” Berry asked, looking at her friend intently.
Rainbow continued taking sips at her drink, having started her second bottle that Berry had given her though the conversation. “Maybe it’s because we love each other’s individualism,” Rainbow guessed, looking at Berry.
“What exactly do you like about her as an individual?” Berry asked, smiling a little.
“She encourages me to go for my dreams. I help her the best I can when she needs it, but she never has me do anything that I’m uncomfortable with. If we have a fight, we walk away from each other, doing something that can calm us down before getting back together and talking things out. Rarity supports me through every mishap that happens, while I’m there for her if she’s having mental block on a project,” Rainbow stated, looking up at Berry to see if she was right.
“That’s why I don’t think you should worry so much, Rainbow,” Berry said, her smile growing bigger as she pulled out another cider for her friend. “Your past ones didn’t work because you tried to be the same thing. With Rarity, you each allow your own personal freedom. She lets you fly around to your heart’s content while you let her work away on dresses.”
Rainbow took the offered drink, smiling at Berry as she finished off her second. She pulled out the velvet box, running her thumb across it as different scenarios of the future played out. It was weird to Rainbow how a simple conversation with Berry could alleviate a pony’s worries, and once they were gone, the pony could think with a clearer head. Letting Berry’s words float around her mind, she smiled at a particular memory of where both had achieved what they set out for and were living happily together.
“Thanks, Berry. I really needed that,” Rainbow said, drinking from her third glass before presenting her fist.
“Anytime, Dash. Trust me when I say that everypony has jitters when taking this next step,” Berry admitted, taking a quick glance over at Berry Pinch, who was working on her homework. Rainbow was about to leave before being stopped by Berry’s voice. “If I may ask, how come you didn’t see your friends about this?”
“Because Twilight took Starlight to meet her parents. Applejack went with Pinkie Pie to meet her parents and celebrate. And Fluttershy, she is visiting her parents up in Cloudsdale, so it’s just Rarity and myself this year,” Rainbow answered, realizing just how alone she was without her closest friends around.
Berry easily caught on to Rainbow’s distress and placed a hand on top of hers. “Listen, it’s going to be okay. This is something you could surprise your friends with when they get back because you and I both know Rarity will say yes,” Berry said confidently, offering a warm smile.
Rainbow patted Berry’s hand a few times, smiling up at her as she gave a confident nod. “You’re right, Berry. There’s no way she won’t say yes after everything that has happened between us. We have a happy life together, and I want to make it something more,” Rainbow said, standing from her stool and handing Berry a few bits.
Berry took the offered bits, nodding to Rainbow before gesturing for her to join her friends. Rainbow lifted her drink before walking over to the booth and sitting down with her old friends to chat. Rainbow took a seat next to Cloudkicker, who happily gave her a huge hug as she bounced a little in her seat. Rainbow saw Flitter retreating a little back into seat, but she offered her a calm smile that helped to ease her nerves. Cloudkicker released her hug on Rainbow after several seconds as she looked at her with a giddy smile.
“So what does ‘The Great Rainbow Dash’ have planned tonight?” Raindrops asked in a joking tone.
Rainbow couldn’t help but laugh as she shook her head slightly. “Thanks for your help, Raindrops,” Rainbow said, chugging at her cider.
“I’m sorry, Rainbow,” Flitter said, looking down at the table with a slight frown.
“It’s fine,” Rainbow assured, giving a small sigh at her friend. “I can understand your excitement, but I want this to be as much of a secret as possible.”
“I promise not to say anymore to anypony else,” Flitter said confidently with a warming smile.
“Do we get a little sneak-peek at what Rarity will possibly be fawning over?” Cloudchaser asked, giving a slight smirk.
“You all have to promise me that you won’t mention this to anypony until after Rarity screams it to Equestria,” Rainbow said, her tone serious as she looked at her friends.
“How do you know she would scream it?” Cloudkicker asked, her held tilted slightly in confusion.
“Even with her ladylike standards, she can still sometimes get very excitable and become a little loud,” Rainbow explained, shaking her head at a particular memory.
“You mean like that time where she was screaming her lungs out when you both fucked each other?” Raindrops asked, a knowing grin plastered on her face.
“Hey! We agreed to never speak about that incident!” Rainbow exclaimed in a harsh whisper, her cheeks turning a nice shade of red.
“Anyways,” Cloudchaser started, wanting to get the conversation back on track. “Can we see what you got her?”
Rainbow did a quick look around at all the patrons in the bar. Many of them were lost in their own conversations, so everything seemed in the clear. Grabbing the velvet box, Rainbow pulled it out and set it on the middle of the table. All of her friends gathered closer together, spying the black box with glee at what could be inside. Taking a deep breath, Rainbow opened the ring holder, and listened as all her friends gasped in surprise. Silence settled between them all, no one daring to speak a word as they marveled at the ring.
Raindrops was the first to break the silence. “Sweet Twilight, Rainbow. How much did this set you back?” she asked, her jaw still agape as she continued to marvel at the ring.
“You remember all those shifts that I was pulling at work and all the small meals I had?” Rainbow asked, shuddering a little at how much she had given up. Though, if she was honest, a small smile did appear because she knew it was worth it.
“I remember you taking those shifts, but I thought your small meals were because Rarity had you go on a diet,” Cloudkicker said, looking at her friend with a raised brow.
“All those extra bits that I earned and saved by not going out to eat so much went towards this. I spent every single one of those, leaving me back at the modest account that I started with,” Rainbow admitted, giving a slight sigh.
“Does Rarity have any kind of clue what you’ve been doing when you pulled all those shifts,” Flitter asked, closing the ring case and handing it back to Rainbow.
“She has no clue, but she has been on edge because of this,” Rainbow said, giving a slight frown after remembering one particular argument that almost got nasty because of her long work hours. “I’m actually glad she’s forgiven me each time so that all of this isn’t a waste,” Rainbow admitted with a slight smile.
“Trust me, Dash, when I say this,” Cloudchaser began, lightly punching Rainbow’s arm. “Rarity would be crazy if she didn’t forgive you, and with everything that you’ve both done together, she can probably understand that you’re at least trying to do something.”
“Thanks, Cloudchaser. I do hope that this will make up for everything, though. I’ve missed doing so much with her because I wanted to get this,” Rainbow said, running her thumb along the velvet of the ring case to soothe herself.
“It will, Rainbow. I can promise you that much. You have conviction, and that’s what’s going to show when you present this to Rarity,” Cloudkicker said, wrapping an arm around her friend to give a lazy hug.
Rainbow laughed a little as she returned the lazy hug with one of her own. When they broke apart, everyone took a swing of their drinks as they talked about what they had planned for Hearth’s Warming. Apparently Rainbow’s friends were all going on a trip to Neighagra Falls with their family to celebrate and Rainbow was more than happy to wish them a safe and memorable trip.
“So anything else planned for the evening before you pop the question?” Raindrops asked, placing her third bottle on the table.
“Rarity invited her parents over for dinner at five, and then they’ll be taking Sweetie Belle back with them so they can celebrate,” Rainbow said calmly, finishing off her fifth bottle. There was a clatter that gained Rainbow’s attention.
“Dash, do you realize what time it is?” Cloudkicker asked, grabbing her dropped bottle and cleaning up her mess.
“Not really, but I made sure I had plenty of time to get the ring and stop by Rarity’s so I could surprise her with it,” Rainbow responded calmly.
“It’s ten right now, Rainbow,” Cloudchaser said, her eyes wide.
“I already told you that I left enough time where I wouldn’t be late for this. I promised Rarity that I would be at her place for dinner with her parents, even with the hectic schedule I’ve had. Now stop trying to pull my leg,” Rainbow said, giving her friends a bemused look.
“Dash, they aren’t trying to pull your leg. Just look at my watch,” Raindrops said, pulling out an old pocket watch her father had given her when she was a filly.
“Fine, but only if to prove you-” Rainbow’s retort was cut off as she looked at the time. “OH FUCK!” Rainbow exclaimed, her wings shooting out as she fought to get out of the booth. “I’m so fucking late. Rarity is going to kill me.”
Rainbow didn’t even bother listening to whatever her friends were trying to say, her mind solely focused on getting out of the bar. She was able to free herself from the booth, stumbling to the ground as she pocketed the ring and jumped back up to her feet. She saw Berry give her a worried look, and as she went to say something, Rainbow was already running out the door. Rainbow was only able to catch the first part of her name before the doors closed behind her and she took to the air.
Wind smacked Rainbow in the face, tears forming in her eyes as she flew as fast as she could. Seeing how late it was, and with missing dinner, there was only one place that Rarity could possibly be at this time. Ignoring the boutique and the train station, Rainbow made a straight path for her own home. She could barely see with how little light there was from the streetlamps, but as she neared the area her cloud home was hovering above, she could make out someone’s figure.
Landing on the ground, she jogged over to the figure, details becoming more apparent as to who exactly was standing there. Rainbow instantly recognized the coiffured purple mane and tail, the white horn jutting above her head an even more dead giveaway of who it was. Rarity was standing in place, her head looking up as she wore a rainbow scarf around her neck, something Rainbow had gotten during their first several months dating. As Rainbow neared Rarity, she could make out her soft white skin, her heavy black winter coat standing out more in the closing distance.
Rainbow slowed her pace to a brisk walk, slowly nearing Rarity. As she got closer, there was a loud crunch beneath her feet where some ice and snow had formed. This got Rarity’s attention as she turned towards Rainbow, and Rainbow could barely make out the stains that were on her face. It was clear to Rainbow that Rarity had been crying, but for how long was uncertain. Seeing that her marefriend had been crying brought a pain to Rainbow’s chest as she slowed her approach. She went to say something, but was stopped when Rarity lifted a hand.
“You promised you would be there,” Rarity said, her voice with hurt and betrayal. Hearing how Rarity sounded only tugged at Rainbow’s heart even more.
“Rares, I’m sorry, okay? I just made a quick stop by the bar-” Rainbow’s apology was cut short as Rarity spoke up.
“A bar?! You missed having dinners with my parents, Sweetie Belle, and myself just so you can have a drink at the bar?! You seemed to have enjoyed yourself, though, since I can smell it coming off of you!” Rarity exclaimed, her eyes threatening to spill more tears as her hands balled into fists.
“Rarity, it’s not like that,” Rainbow defended, her own eyes already releasing a few tears. “I wanted to be there, but I…” Rainbow didn’t know what to say. She was at a loss for words on how to defend herself further. She debated on what to tell Rarity, and she didn’t like either option. Telling her the truth in her state would be a poor choice as she wouldn’t be thinking clearly, and lying would only worsen the situation.
“But what, Rainbow? What exactly were you doing that had you break another promise?” Rarity was breathing deeply, and Rainbow could only stand there silently, her head hanging low. She lifted her head when she heard Rarity give a deep sigh. “I can’t do this anymore, Rainbow. I just can’t.”
“Rares, please, don’t do this,” Rainbow pleaded. She took a step forward, but stopped when Rarity shot her a cold glare.
“You always do this, Dash. You promise that you’ll be there, but then you never show. I’ve forgiven you because I could understand that you were still trying for the Wonderbolts. I was even able to forgive you the most recent times because it seemed like you were working hard for something,” Rarity took a deep breath as she rubbed at her eyes with her jacket.
She looked back up at Rainbow, her eyes showing just how hurt and betrayed she was. “This time, though, I don’t think I can. You gave your word, giving me a small… gift to show that you would be there on time… and you weren’t,” Rarity said through choked sobs. “So go back to whatever you were doing before, because it’s over between us.”
With that, Rarity turned and walked away, leaving Rainbow to stare at her retreating form. Rainbow’s mind raced with thoughts of going after her, her body demanding that she go and try to explain herself, but she couldn’t. All of the strength that she had, the courage that made her who she was, gone the instant Rarity walked away. Rainbow fell to her knees, curling her fingers in the harsh, cold snow as her tears hit the ground. She refused to let her sobs be heard in the dark, her body trembling as her fingers started to sting a bit from the snow.
Rainbow wasn’t sure how long she kept her hands buried in the snow, her tears never stopping, but looking up one last time, she couldn’t spot the one thing that made her life truly awesome. Shuddering, Rainbow moved to her feet and started walking. She wasn’t really sure where to go, but the only thing she knew was that she needed to walk and think this through. She held it deep within her heart that Rarity was still willing to talk this out, but that wouldn’t be until they’ve both collected themselves.
Rainbow pulled her hood over her head, shoving her hands in her pockets as she gave a glance over her shoulder. Behind her was the boutique, but until she was ready, she couldn’t go back there yet. Releasing a deep breath, she continued to move forward, her mind processing how she could fix this.
Present
Rainbow let out a frustrated sigh, gripping at her mane as she silently chastised herself. She had thought of everything possible to fix her situation, but none of her ideas seemed like they would work. Slamming her head on the table, ignoring the pain that flashed through her body, she gave a muffled scream. Taking a few breaths, she lifted her head until her chin was resting on the cold wood, her eyes glazed over in sadness.
Rainbow was so frustrated with herself, she was almost ready to give up on trying to fix this. She knew that Rarity was right in everything that she had said. Rainbow had always tried her hardest to try and be there as much as she could for Rarity, but she always ended up doing something else. It wasn’t always like that, but it happened more often than Rainbow liked to admit. Sighing heavily, Rainbow removed herself from the table and turned towards the direction of her home. Her wings were still limp, but she knew if she concentrated enough, she would be able to make the short flight when she was close enough.
Rainbow’s face stung as the cold air hit her. She ignored it, though, wanting to feel something else other than the pain in her chest. As she walked, she could see that a few of the houses didn’t have their lights on. Most ponies stayed up late playing games and have a few drinks, so she knew it wasn’t past midnight yet. It didn’t take long for Rainbow to make her way home, despite her slow pace. She had little hope that Rarity would either be there or show up, but she knew that probably wasn’t the case. Absentmindedly, she placed a hand on the cold metal of the mailbox, scanning the yard below her private cloud for any sign of her soul mate.
With no sign of Rarity, Rainbow pushed her hands into her pockets as she flexed her wings and crouched down, taking notice of the current wind pattern before she took flight. She was about to jump when she felt the calming velvet of the ring holder. Standing straight, she pulled out the black box and looked at it. She twiddled the case between her fingers and her expression turned serious. Gripping the box tightly, Rainbow knelt down and fished out the spare key to the boutique. With key and ring carrier firmly in her grasp, Rainbow turned towards the boutique and took off.
Rainbow refused to let things end as they were, not until Rarity heard her side of the story. She really wanted to save this as a surprise, but there were times where she had to bet everything on one move. It didn’t take long for Rainbow to reach the boutique, her chest moving rapidly as she breathed deeply. She had been out in the cold a little too long, her light clothing not really helping keep her warm. Rainbow could see that a light was still on in the kitchen, signaling that Rarity was still awake. Taking a deep breath, Rainbow put the key into the door and opened it.
Making sure the door was quiet as she opened it, Rainbow peeked her head inside, scanning the room for any sight of Rarity. Not finding her anywhere, she stepped inside quietly, taking off her hoodie and shoes. She placed them to the side, her head turned towards the kitchen as her grip on the ring tightened. With one final deep breath, Rainbow strode towards the kitchen door. Reaching the kitchen, she stopped when she noticed something tacked on the wall. Rainbow couldn’t help a few tears escape her eyes as she spied a personal gift she had given Rarity.
Tacked against the wall was a primary feather from Rainbow’s wing. It wasn’t something that was done easily for pegasi, since giving something so personal was only reserved to those they were wanting to be serious with. Rainbow could remember the dates they went on and how gorgeous Rarity looked when she designed the feather into her clothes. Rarity had put a preservation spell on the feather so she could keep it forever as a fond memory. Seeing the feather on the wall helped put Rainbow’s worries a little at ease, but she was still concerned about what was going to happen.
Entering the kitchen, Rainbow had to stop upon seeing a peculiar sight. Most times when Rarity would be depressed or really stressed out, she would have a gallon of mint ice cream in one hand, and a serving spoon in the other. This time, though, instead of Rarity shoveling ice cream into her mouth, she was skimming through a photo album. It didn’t take much for Rainbow to recognize the border to know which album it was. Biting her lower lip, she looked up and saw a small gift placed on the table. It was obvious that the gift was from Sweetie Belle, as she always used wrapping paper that she decorated herself.
Honestly, Rainbow was actually happy to receive any gift. Most ponies actually didn’t know, except for Sweetie, Rarity, and Scootaloo, but Rainbow kept Sweetie’s gift on display at her house. Rainbow was lost so deep in thought that she didn’t acknowledge Rarity speaking to her until she felt something tug at her shirt.
“You know, Sweetie was very crestfallen that you weren’t here to open your gift,” Rarity said, her tone calm as she continued to look through the album. Rainbow was about to say something before Rarity continued. “Is there something I can help you with, or are you just here to pick something up before leaving to Celestia knows where?”
Rainbow took a half-step back at hearing Rarity’s harsh words, her hands becoming sweaty as she found it hard to breathe. Closing her eyes and taking a few breaths, Rainbow returned to where she was standing and kept herself firmly planted.
“Rarity, please, just give me a couple of minutes to explain myself. If after hearing my explanation you want me to leave, I’ll do so without question,” Rainbow said, mentally preparing herself for everything she was going to say.
Rainbow stood with bated breath as Rarity closed the photo album, the latter letting out a heavy sigh as she placed a hand on her head. “With everything we’ve been through, and against my better judgement, I’ll listen to what you have to say.”
Rainbow let out a breath she hadn’t realized she was holding as she moved to the front of the table. Looking at Rarity, she could see that Rarity had cleaned her face up since they last saw each other. Taking the seat at the end of the table, Rainbow put a hand in her pocket, grasping at the ring case as she gathered her thoughts.
“First, I still want to say that I’m sorry that I wasn’t here for dinner. I wasn’t trying to avoid this since I like your parents and they’ve been nothing but kind towards me,” Rainbow started, pulling out the ring, but keeping it hidden under that table.
“Still, Rainbow Dash,” Rarity started, getting Rainbow to flinch a little at hearing her full name. “You made a promise that you would be here and you weren’t. So forgive me if I find it hard to accept your apology.”
“I messed up, Rares, I really did. I should have kept better track of the time. I should have just came straight back after I did what I needed to, but I didn’t. If I could go back, I would without hesitation. Since I can’t do that, and I won’t be able to keep it a surprise if I wait, so I’ll show you what I got you,” Rainbow said, getting Rarity to raise an eyebrow at her in curiosity.
Taking a final breath, Rainbow lifted the black velvet box, setting it in the middle of the table. Rainbow had to admit that Rarity was keeping her emotions in check as the latter lifted the box in her blue magical aura. Once the box was settled into Rarity’s hand, her glowing horn went out, her eyes focusing back on Rainbow. Rainbow just gave a meek wave as she waited for her marefriend’s reaction.
Not wasting any time, Rarity lifted the box, possibly expecting a crude gift. She lifted the lid and the surprise was evident on her face. Her eyes widened as she looked between the box and Rainbow Dash, not believing what she was seeing for a second. Rainbow offered a small smile as she shuffled a little in the chair.
Finding her voice, Rarity spoke up after setting the ring case down. “Dash, what is this?” Rarity asked.
“I wanted to wait until later this Hearth’s Warming to ask you this, but I guess it doesn’t hurt to ask sooner,” Rainbow said, moving out of the seat and standing in front of Rarity. Rarity would only watch with widened eyes as Rainbow stood above her. “Rarity, would you do me the honor of making me a happier mare than I already am?”
Rainbow watched as Rarity just sat there, staring at her with a shocked expression as her eyes darted around the room. Worried that she thought this was probably some kind of prank, Rainbow picked up the ring out of the box, along with Rarity’s hand. Rainbow could see the stunned look on Rarity’s face as she slid the ring onto her finger. Rainbow remained still as Rarity took her hand back, her eyes locked on the ring.
Rainbow watched as Rarity struggled for words about her situation, but she beat her to it. “I’ll give you some time to think about it. I’ll be in your room waiting for your final answer.” Rainbow walked past Rarity, her wings giving a nervous twitch before she looked back over her shoulder. “Although, if you don’t wanna say anything, then you can just knock your answer. One knock for no, and two for yes.”
With that, Rainbow walked out of the kitchen and headed up the stairs. She heard the chair Rarity was sitting in screech against the floor, but no other sounds made their way to her. She could feel her heart hammering in her chest, threatening to break out as she waited for her answer. Reaching the top stairs, she looked down both ends of the hallway, a smile gracing her features as fond memories entered her head. Turning right, she made her way to Rarity’s room, a place that she never admitted to anypony was actually a wonderful comfort zone.
Entering the room, she was greeted with the same sight she always saw when staying over. Rarity’s circular king-sized bed was placed against the right wall. The veil around the bed had been changed to a red and white striped veil to make it a little more festive. A nightstand was placed on each side of the bed, one being used by Rarity while the other was used every so often by Rainbow. Walking further into the room, Rainbow closed the door before heading over to the dresser.
The dresser was placed near Rarity’s smaller work station in the far left corner. Rainbow dragged a hand across the smooth finish. Her eyes wandered over the rest of the room, taking notice that the curtains on the window were the same design as the veil around the bed. Rarity had mentioned before that the veil helped heighten certain feelings, but Rainbow just didn’t believe it. Though after one particular night, she could have never been happier to be wrong.
Seeing nothing really left to do, Rainbow moved towards the bed. Parting the veil, she took off her socks, knowing Rarity’s rule about socks on the bed. With her feet now bare, she slid onto silk cyan sheets, a smile forcing its way onto her lips. Spreading out her wings, she continued to slide along the bed until she was leaning against the headboard. Clasping her hands together, Rainbow started to hum to herself as she waited for Rarity’s reply.
Minutes rolled by and Rainbow’s slightly calm demeanor was starting to crumble. Her wings were twitching sporadically, her nerves causing her heartbeat to quicken. She could feel her breathing increase as her mind started jumping to the worst of conclusions. Her clasped hands gripped tighter against each other, her knuckles turning white as she thought about just leaving the boutique. Her thoughts were quelled when she could hear approaching footsteps. Her head whipped towards the door as her breath became hitched in her throat. When the footsteps stopped, she was worried that maybe Rarity changed her mind.
That thought was quickly killed when she heard not one, not two, but three knocks on the door. Rainbow’s brow was raised in confusion, not really recalling saying there was anything for three knocks. She wondered if it was a way for Rarity of saying no three times, but she was pulled from her musings when she heard Rarity’s soft voice from the other side.
“Dashie, are you decent in there?” Rarity asked, her voice soft with a hint of care.
“Yeah, Rares,” Rainbow responded, not really sure where this was going now.
Several seconds passed before the door opened fully to reveal a red-faced Rarity. Rainbow watched as she walked inside, her horn glowing its signature blue aura as she closed the door behind her. Rainbow didn’t say anything, watching as Rarity slowly inched herself closer to the bed, her left hand gripping her right arm.
“Sorry for the wait, darling,” Rarity apologized, her gaze turned towards the floor.
“It’s fine, Rares. It’s at least something I deserve for not being here earlier,” Rainbow assured her, watching Rarity shuffle a little in place.
“Rainbow Dash,” Rarity started, getting Rainbow’s attention immediately. “Are you serious about this?” Rarity asked, showing the ring on her finger. Rainbow could see the seriousness in Rarity’s eyes as it conveyed that something worse than getting kicked out of the boutique would happen if she was only kidding.
“I am, Rares. We’ve been through a lot together with Twilight and the others, and I don’t see myself being as happy as I am around you,” Rainbow said with conviction, sliding off the bed so she could grip both of Rarity’s arms and stare into her eyes. “If the ring isn’t enough, then tell me and I’ll scream it to the whole of Equestria that I want this. I’d hunt down and skin an elder dragon if I had to if it meant being with you.”
This earned a giggle from Rarity as she placed a hand on Rainbow’s chest. “Let’s not get too ahead of ourselves. As interesting as it would be to see you find an elder dragon, you don’t need to go that far. Although, is this what had you late out at night so often?” Rarity asked, concern showing in her eyes.
“It was. I stopped by that jewelry shop many times to find anything that would show how much I care, but I couldn’t find anything. I asked if they did custom orders; thankfully they said they did, or I wouldn’t have gotten this. After that, I started working as many shifts as I could and ate as little as possible to get this for you,” Rainbow said, her conviction carrying through her tone.
Rarity held a hand to her mouth as she fought back an incoming sob. “Dashie, you didn’t have to do that. I would have been fine with something a little less extravagant. I love you, and just hearing this makes my heart flutter,” Rarity said, staring at the ring with mixed emotions.
“No, I refuse to let something like this be so simple. I half-assed tons of your gifts, trying to get something that was at least nice with how much I made,” Rainbow asserted, getting Rarity to look at her. “I wanted to get you something that was worth all the time and effort that we’ve put into each other. I don’t regret doing this much work for you, because I’m still here by your side,” Rainbow said, leaning in and giving Rarity a quick kiss on the lips.
Rarity gave a soft hum at the feeling of their lips touching. “Then I accept. I want you by my side and I know Sweetie will love to have you as part of the family.
“Thank you, Rares,” Rainbow said, leaning back in and pressing her lips more firmly against Rarity’s.
Rainbow listened to Rarity hum as the kiss deepened, her hands going down to Rarity’s hips and pulling her closer. She could feel Rarity move her hands against her back, hitting a few sore muscles, but she ignored them as she held her newfound fiancé close. They continued to kiss each other, their hands each lightly roaming over the other, before Rainbow let out a small gasp. She could feel Rarity grip the base of her wings, massaging the sensitive appendages as she started to move them towards the bed.
Rainbow felt the backs of her legs hit the edge of the bed. She pulled away from Rarity, giving her a curious look. Before she could voice anything, she felt a hand press against her chest, pushing her back. Rainbow fell back onto the bed, her wings thankfully avoiding any kind of pain after landing. Her heart raced in her chest as she looked up at Rarity, the latter looming over her with a predatory gaze.
“Heh, what you doing, Rares?” Rainbow asked.
“I’m just thinking about consummating our relationship before the actual wedding,” Rarity said huskily, one of her hands still massaging Rainbow’s wing.
“I… I think I… can go along with this,” Rainbow said between pants, her nethers already getting wet from Rarity’s teasing.
“Good, but I think this should also come with a little flare,” Rarity said, removing her hand from Rainbow’s wing.
Rainbow let out a frustrated sigh at the loss of pleasure. She felt Rarity grab at her shirt, slowly lifting it up her toned body. Her face bloomed with a bright blush at what Rarity was about to see underneath. Not wanting the surprise to end so soon, Rainbow grabbed at Rarity’s dress, unzipping it from the back. Rainbow ran her nails along Rarity’s slowly increasing exposed back, earning a few moans from her. Looking up, Rainbow planted her lips on Rarity’s again, continuing to disrobe her. Rainbow usually preferred things to go a little fast-paced, but with this special night, she took it slow.
Breaking away from the kiss, Rainbow moved to her jawline, nipping at her and receiving coos of encouragement from Rarity. Rainbow continued her onslaught, switching between nipping, kissing, and suckling at Rarity’s jawline and down her neck before finally removing the dress. Pulling back, her cheeks burned at the sight in front of her. Rarity stood with her arms crossed, creating a bit of cleavage with her well-endowed breasts that Rainbow wanted to bury her face in. Her white skin was smooth and shiny in the moonlight, accentuating her beauty. Looking up at her face, Rainbow was lost in her mesmerizing sapphire eyes. Her eyes traveling down, she gave a slight huff at seeing Rarity hiding her most delicate features with crossed legs. Though, she could still see the three purple diamonds of her shaved pubic hair. Looking away, Rainbow also admired the cutie marks on Rarity’s rear.
Rainbow’s attention was returned to Rarity when she spoke in a soft, velvety voice. “I believe you can stop staring, because you’re still clothed,” Rarity said, her smile present on her face.
Realizing what she was talking about, Rainbow was stopped from making her objection as Rarity pressed their lips together. Rainbow could never get enough of how Rarity tasted in her mouth, never wanting to separate from her. She could feel her clothes slowly sliding off her body, but the lust driven kiss was fogging up her mind for her to protest. Rainbow held her arms up, the kiss being broken only for a few seconds as her shirt was removed. She was expecting Rarity to return to kissing, but as her mind slowly came back around, she could feel slightly heated air touch her body.
Blinking her eyes a few times, it took Rainbow several seconds before looking down at herself. Her eyes widened as she realized that Rarity was staring. She was wearing a red holiday bra and panty set, the bra doing well to cover her small breasts, but what made it interesting was that it was tied in front as a bow. The panties were the same design, but the bows being placed at the sides so that one could tug on the string and the undergarments would fall straight to the floor. She effectively looked like an unopened present for Rarity to open later in the night. Looking up at Rarity, she felt her heart quicken as she saw the lusty smile that was on Rarity’s face.
“Now I think it’s time that I properly open my present,” Rarity said, sashaying right up to Rainbow.
Rainbow watched at Rarity straddled her legs, her face being pressed between the wonderful mounds of flesh that adorned Rarity. It wasn’t long before she felt Rarity gripping the base of her wings, massaging the joints and making her moan. She could tell Rarity was enjoying herself since she giggled as Rainbow continued to writhe under her weight. She could feel Rarity’s hands move along the entire length of her wing, running over a few primaries and getting a very strong shudder from her.
“I have to say, Dahie, I’ve always been quite fond of your wings,” Rarity admitted.
“Oh yeah, and why’s that?” Rainbow asked, biting her lower lip as her arousal started to seep onto the bed.
“They’re so graceful, beautiful, and most importantly sensitive,” Rarity said, leaning close and gripping a loose primary in her teeth.
Rainbow shuddered as she felt Rarity nip at the loose feather, moving it from side to side. Her breathing became heavy as Rarity toyed with the feather before pulling it out a few seconds later. Rainbow let out a satisfied sigh at the removal, resting her head on Rarity’s shoulder. It took a bit of time, but Rainbow was so glad that she taught Rarity how to preen her wings. It was made even better because Rarity actually found a way to make the process less painful.
“Though, that’s not the only reason why I love them,” Rarity whispered sultrily, getting Rainbow to look up at her.
With surprising ease, Rainbow watched as Rarity snaked around, her breasts pressing against the back of her head and acting as a pillow. She gave a surprised yelp when Rarity pushed her to her front. Rainbow squirmed, trying to sit up, but was stopped when she felt Rarity apply her own weight. Her wings strained to the side, twitching in anticipation at what Rarity would do. Rainbow gave a muffled moan as she felt Rarity bite at her left wing, a hand going to her right. Not only that, but she felt Rarity begin to grind herself against her toned rear.
Rainbow buried her face in the bed sheets, panting heavily as she drooled all over the bed. She wasn’t sure how Rarity did it, but she had found ways to pleasure Rainbow through her wings, and she wasn’t even a pegasus. Rainbow had inquired about her newfound knowledge, but that was the one thing Rarity had kept to herself. Rainbow stopped caring, though, because the pleasure was worth not knowing.
Rainbow felt Rarity’s juices leaking down her legs, joining the stain that she was already creating with her own. A very lewd memory returned to Rainbow’s mind as she remembered what they did a while back. Rainbow could still taste their combined juices on her tongue to this day, remembering her fruity flavor contrasting perfectly with Rarity’s vanilla taste. Her back arched as Rarity applied more pressure to her wings and rear, causing more arousal to flow out of her. Rainbow’s mind was lost in a sea of pleasure, wanting to find her release but knowing that it wouldn’t come for a while, as Rarity liked to tease.
Rainbow was so clouded by lust that she almost didn’t feel Rarity loosen the knot on her bra. She stretched her wings to their fullest, earning a coo from Rarity. Rainbow quickly took one of her hands and moved it towards her sopping wet pussy. She didn’t wait as she plunged two fingers deep within her cavern, moaning loudly as she pumped her fingers. Rainbow rammed herself faster and faster, trying to reach her climax, but whined when Rarity grabbed her arm. She attempted to use her other hand to get herself off, but was stopped again by Rarity’s magic taking hold of her.
“Always so impatient, aren’t you, Dashie?” Rarity cooed, running her tongue along Rainbow’s feathers.
“Please, Rares, I really need this. I’ve missed your touch so much while I was busy, and masturbating didn’t even help take the edge off,” Rainbow said, her tone needy as she rubbed her moist lips against the ribbon between her legs.
“Then let me help you achieve your climax,” Rarity said, whispering the last word against Rainbow’s ear.
Rainbow felt Rarity remove herself from her back, allowing her to turn around and look up. Rainbow was entranced as she watched Rarity’s breasts move with her heavy panting, the red on her cheeks showing just how much she was enjoying herself. Rainbow could see the lust hidden behind her eyes, the hungry look she was giving as she gazed over every inch of her flesh. Gentle tugs were all it took to unwrap Dash’s most sacred place, the front of her panties laying in front of her like a red carpet directing Rarity to her sacred cavern. She shuddered as she felt Rarity run her fingers lightly through the rainbow lightning bolt pattern on her pubic hair.
“Please, Rares, no more teasing,” Rainbow pleaded, her pussy winking erratically as it begged for release.
“Only because you asked so nicely,” Rarity said huskily, moving down Rainbow’s body, trailing light kisses along the way.
“Ahhhhhn,” Rainbow moaned as she felt two fingers delve deep inside her snatch.
Rainbow could feel Rarity’s dexterous fingers pump inside of her, hitting the right spots that shot bolts of pleasure up her spine. She could even feel when Rarity would curl her fingers to press against her g-spot, eliciting very loud moans. Rainbow gripped at her moderately sized chest, pinching a nipple between her fingers as she tried to bring more pleasure to herself. Her breathing became ragged as her svelte walls gripped at Rarity’s fingers, trying to keep them inside as they ran along her walls.
Rainbow had her eyes shut tight, focusing only on the sensations Rarity was bringing her before realizing something. Throughout this session, Rarity had only been pleasuring her, and had received nothing back. Frowning a little at herself, Rainbow removed one hand from her breasts and gripped Rarity’s horn. She smiled when she heard a pleasured gasp from Rarity, her entire body shuddering as she started to stroke the horn. Rainbow grinned as she watched Rarity rub her legs together, imagining the increased volume of juices that were leaking out as a result of her touch.
Rainbow wasn’t an expert at pleasing a unicorn, but she was getting better over time, learning the correct areas that would drive Rarity crazy. Curling her fingers, Rainbow dragged her nails along the grooves of the horn lightly, getting Rarity to let out a lewd moan as a few droplets of saliva fell out of her mouth. Rainbow was so involved with the horn that she was caught off guard when another sensation wracked her body. Rarity had parted her lower lips with her free hand, allowing access for both her fingers and tongue.
She could feel Rarity assault her winking clit with her tongue, the dexterous muscle flicking it expertly. Rainbow removed her other hand from her breast, clenching her eyes tightly as she moved her hand to grasp at Rarity’s mane. She continued to stroke the horn in time with Rarity’s pumping fingers, holding her face close as she started to grind against her. A fire burned inside Rainbow’s core, and she knew it would not be long before she hit her end.
“Rarity… I’m close,” Rainbow said between clenched teeth.
“Just let it… all out,” Rarity cooed, her voice hitching as she felt her own release approaching at both ends.
After feeling one more experienced flick of Rarity’s tongue and her fingers pressing against her most sensitive spot, Rainbow finally climaxed. Her back arched high into the air as she kept Rarity pressed against her pussy, her wings flapping as best they could on the bed as a torrent of juices poured forth. She could feel Rarity lick at her labia and inner walls, coaxing out the rest of her orgasm as she fell back onto the bed. Through her heavy breathing, Rainbow kept up her strokes, refusing to stop until Rarity found her own release. Curling her fingers one last time, Rainbow pressed against the base of Rarity’s horn and received a loud shriek.
Condensed magic shot from Rarity’s horn, blue in color as it landed all over Rainbow’s front. Rainbow didn’t care, the feeling of the cool condensed magic helping to ease the heat of her body. Her hands dropped to her sides as she basked in her afterglow. She felt Rarity crawl right next to her, both of them panting heavily as they gave one another small kisses. Rainbow was the first to recover from her post-coital bliss as she ran a hand through Rarity’s mane.
“Now that was awesome,” Rainbow said, grinning down at Rarity.
“I’m glad you thought so, and it seems you’re getting better at pleasuring my horn,” Rarity complimented, giving a quick kiss to Rainbow’s cheek.
“Thanks,” Rainbow said, blushing a little under her praise.
“So, are you ready for the final round of the night?” Rarity asked, moving so she was looming over Rainbow.
Rainbow knew where this was heading, sitting up along with Rarity as she moved one of her legs underneath the seamstress. “Looks like somepony is taking after my antics a little,” Rainbow teased as she moved closer.
“Possibly, but I could same the same about you,” Rarity said, punctuating her last word by rubbing against Rainbow’s moist, sensitive slit.
“Oh, Luna that feels amazing,” Rainbow moaned, slowly grinding herself against Rarity’s pussy.
They started out slow, their clits brushing over each other as they ground against one another. Rainbow wrapped her hands around Rarity, pulling her close and connecting their lips. Rainbow felt Rarity’s hands grasp at her wings again, her dexterous fingers teasing her base muscles. Rainbow moaned into Rarity’s mouth, moving a hand towards her cutie mark. Rainbow dragged her nails along the three diamonds, earning a hard shudder from Rarity. They were covered in sweat, the room’s smell permeating with the combined fragrances of sex. Both enjoyed the smell, their nostrils flaring wide as they tried to inhale as much as they could.
Rainbow continued to grind against Rarity, wet squelching sounds echoing around the room. They moaned together, Rarity’s hands tickling her feathers as she continued to grip the pliable but toned rear. She felt Rarity’s moan vibrate through her body as she scratched at her cutie marks. It was weird the first time she found out, but compared to others, Rarity’s cutie marks were really sensitive. Hardly any pressure needed to be applied before Rarity would turn into putty in her hands. Their tongues clashed in a battle of dominance, Rarity’s wet muscle always finding a way of breaking free from Rainbow’s hold.
A fire begun to burn in both their cores, gasps escaping their mouths as they shuddered harshly. The speed of their grinding sped up, wet slaps replacing the earlier sounds. Rainbow broke off the kiss as she leaned back, Rarity following suit. She grabbed a firm hold of Rarity’s legs, shoving their pussies together as she tried to get them off. Rainbow looked on in amusement as Rarity bit her knuckle, stifling her high-pitched squeals as they grinded against each other. Rainbow slowed down her rubbing, earning an irritated huff from Rarity.
“Take your finger out of your mouth, or I don’t finish,” Rainbow demanded, watching with pleasure as Rarity looked at her with lust.
“You are such a ruffian, you know that?” Rarity playfully teased as she moved a hand to her breast, tweaking a nipple.
“Possibly, but this ruffian likes to hear your orgasmic voice,” Rainbow admitted, pressing against Rarity’s slit as her face became a deep red.
Rainbow resumed her pace. Their slits slid easily against one another as their juices mixed and pooled below them. It took a lot of strength for Rainbow to keep them both upright, and her muscles burned with the effort. Being supported by Dash gave Rarity the opportunity to grasp at their bodies, sending jolts up their spines as she tweaked Rainbow’s, and her own, nipples. As their orgasms neared, Rarity became frantic with her mouth and hands, nipping at Rainbow and grasping at her flesh.
Giving a few more grinds, both finally reached their ends, heads going back as they screamed into the open air. Rainbow held herself tightly against Rarity’s pussy, their orgasms mixing together and creating a mess on the bed while also making their crotches sticky. Breathing heavily, Rainbow fell to her side, Rarity joining her on her side. They had their eyes closed, nostrils flaring as they continued to enjoy the smell of the room. Their afterglows slowly came to an end, bringing with it exhaustion. Rarity pulled the silk sheet over them, nuzzling deep into Rainbow’s chest as the latter wrapped an arm around her.
“I love you, Rares,” Rainbow said, pulling Rarity closer as she draped a wing over her.
“I love you as well, Dashie,” Rarity said, nuzzling deep into Rainbow’s neck while making sure she minded her horn.
It wasn’t long before the two of them fell to sleep’s embrace, their tails intertwining with each other. They were happy together and they couldn’t wait to tell all their friends the good news. Smiling as their bodies relaxed, they looked towards their future together with hope.
Author's Note
I still wish for a better piece of cover art, but it's hard to find what I'm looking for half the time. The current one does an okay job, but there was none that held the idea of the story was about.
I guess that's why it's called a temporary one. Hopefully I'll be able to get a better one at some point, but this one should hopefully do the trick.
