In their second year at Everfree State University, the once inseparable girls have drifted apart. Rainbow Dash, facing scholarship loss and a family crisis, contemplates a desperate plan: exploiting Fluttershy's crush. But as Rainbow's moral compass wavers, an unexpected twist unfolds—she falls for Fluttershy. Torn between loyalty to friends and family, Rainbow Dash must navigate a turbulent journey of love, friendship, and self-discovery. Will she choose duty or desire, and at what cost? Dive into this tale where loyalty is tested, friendships are rekindled, and love blossoms in unexpected places.

Alternative Universe: The girls' powers operate differently from the films, thus altering certain canon events. Magic is still a secret to the world at large. Humans also have normal flesh colors. Oh, and I refuse to acknowledge that Spring Breakdown ever happened.

Editing from the prologue to Chapter 20 by bobdat. Further editing provided by The Fan Without a Face on chapters 1-11 marked with: 2020/2023 3rd Draft Edit. All other editing is done solely by me.

Sometimes the story's subject matter, while not grimdark, can be triggering to some folks. In this story, you can expect to find:

• An emotionally abusive parent.
• Mentions of a physically abusive lover.
• An early-term miscarriage.
• Mentions of self-harm.

Spin-offs:

• I Feel A Song Coming On! - One-shot SoL, based a few years before WTEtG.
• hearts, deep in their hiding places, - One-shot sad drama. A day in the life of Applejack. Set a few months before WTEtG.
• What They Hope to Find - Side-story hurt/comfort romance drama featuring Applejack and Sunset Shimmer. A multi-chapter tale running concurrently with WTEtG. Rated mature.

Cover by @xieyanbbb on Twitter. Click the source link for the direct tweet.
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