Shuffling and other noises filled the air as her friend leaned her head closer to peer at the outfit she was currently perfecting around her. Making sure the ruffles fluffed out just right and the curls of her man weren't crooked in any way.

"You've been awfully quiet, Darling." Her friend flinched. "Is something bothering you?"

There was a short pause before she sighed and turned her head to peer at the white unicorn in glasses.

"I guess I'm just having pre-date jitters. That's all."

Yesterday had seemed like a blur and she almost chalked it up to being a dream. Keyword being almost. If it wasn't for
Fluttershy dropping by with a cute Hearts and Hooves Day card(she always gave one to her friends and family) and wishing her luck on her date with Discord. Of course she was prepared and read One Hundred and Two Tips For Interspecies Dating Cadence had leant her. Unfortunately, it didn't cover draconequues. So she went to Plan B! Who was the most expert in dating and relationships in close range?

"I don't entirely blame you, Twilight. This is Discord we're talking about....Lift your wing please."

She did as she asked silently. Rarity may have not seemed like the best choice in relationship advice, but she had enough experience with failed dates and crushes to know what to look out for. And to help her get ready.

"I honestly didn't know you still had this. I haven't seen it since Cadence and Shining Armor's wedding."

She looked down at the old bridesmare dress Rarity had dug out. She didn't have time to put together a whole outfit for her, but luckily she had an older dress. All that was needed was some wing room.

"I was thinking about donating some of my old fashions to the local performing group, but it seems it was a good thing I held onto this one."

"Mmm hmm. I'm sure everything's gonna be fine. It's just Discord after all."

The unicorn stopped what she was doing and looked at the alicorn princess with a raised brow. "You sound so unsure about this."

"Well, of course!" She whirled around to face her. "This is Discord! Who knows what'll happen?"

".....He did say if it didn't work he would like to remain friends. Did he not?"

"Well, yes, but-"

"AND you two are on good terms, right?"

"Yes, but that's not-"

"AND you gave him your word you would go with him. Did you not?"

"YES! But that's-"

"Then you should have no problem with it."

"Rarity!," the purple alicorn shouted making Rarity look up from her sewing. She let out a breath, "You're right. And as the

Princess of Friendship I shouldn't let something like a date get in the way of our friendship. But that's not why I'm...….having doubts."

Rarity took her time finishing the last of the stitching before calmly looking at her and asking, "What ever do you mean? I'm sure he'll behave himself. Half way at least."

"I.....don't exactly have good dating experience."

Rarity turned to trot over behind a curtain of sorts but still listened. "Whatever do you mean? You went on one with that-oh, what's his name- Flash Centry!"

Twilight sighed and sat down. "He was nice, and a real gentlecolt, but he wasn't the same outgoing, spunky guy I met in the place they call 'highschool'."

The curtain was drawn back and Rarity proudly trotted out wearing an elegant dress that very nicely showed off her natural beauty and well done hair. She noticed her friend's stare and posed.

"You like it? I've been saving it for a rainy day."

"You look beautiful, Rarity. I'm taking it you have a lucky date," Twilight teased lightly, "Who's the lucky stallion this time?"

Rarity giggled. "Capper. He's meeting me later at Sugarcube Corner. But, on the topic of lucky dates- Do give Discord a fair chance." She reached out a hoof to place on her shoulder. "Trust me when I say I know from experience. Sometimes it's better to chance it with a friend then to fall for fancy fake-ness. Besides. It's Hearts and Hooves Day. Nopony deserves to be alone."

She slowly smiled. "Thanks, Rarity. I should give him the benefit of the doubt."
She nodded her head. "That's good to hear. Now, I suggest we both go before our dates come looking for us."

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By the time she left Rarity and went back to the giant castle, she realized not much time had passed as she had thought. Only maybe two hours at most. That just left more time to let her mind wonder about all the crazy things that could happen. This WAS Discord after all.

So, she did what she normally did when stressed. She read.

She wasn't sure exactly how long she'd been(trying to) reading the same two pages, but it felt like an eternity. Especially with her past of awkward non romantic experiences and having basically zero confidence in that area. Perhaps if she pretended that this was just a fun platonic get together with a guy friend? Yeah! That's it! Just look at this as one of those girl buddy guy buddy hangouts. She had those with spike all the time. Heck! It just might be more fun with Discord's crazy antics.

She released a sigh of relief at her idea and was finally able to turn the page-

"EEEKKK!!!"

The book was dropped to the ground with a thud. She scurried back against the couch at the sight of a giant red and
yellow eye staring at her from the page.

"Discord!"

A deep chuckle filled the air before the familiar flash of light lit up in front of her. A moment later, she was staring up at the smiling creature.

"I was wondering when you would turn to me. I was waiting for almost an hour you know. It's very rude to ignore your date."

She face hooved. "I didn't know you would-! *sigh* Nevermind. You're here. Let's go and do whatever you planned."

He hummed. "Straight to the point I see. But, I may have to change my original plans.

She tilted her head confused. "Why?" He pointed his lion paw at her outfit. "My dress?"

"If I had known you would dress up like this just for out date, I would've planned something much better suiting."

"What? You don't have to-"

"Nonsense," he cut her off, "A pretty dress like this doesn't deserve to be wasted. If anything, it'll make things much more fun."

"Fun? Fun how?"

He smiled. "You'll see soon enough."

He raised his eagle claw to snap again. A bright flash of white light filled the room making her squeeze her eyes shut. The sudden shift in environment gave her an uneasy feeling as she was forced on her hooves once again. She opened her magenta eyes, but had to blink a few times to actually take in her new surroundings.

"Discord, where are we?"

Giant buildings loomed overhead as the sun had just began to set. Yeesh! She spent more time getting ready at Rarity's then she thought. It couldn't be Canterlot. Canterlot had a more.....fancy atmosphere to it.

"Manehatton. I knew the young nobles of Canterlot had driven you up a wall, and they don't need to be encouraged by seeing you all dolled up for today."

She finally looked at him and blinked. The orange tux from the last gala was back. He noticed her stare and quirked an eyebrow.

"Is the tophat too much?"

"Wha- Uh! No no. You look really good in orange."

He lit up an her compliment. "Why thank you, my dear. And might I say-" He suddenly shot down and grabbed one of her hooves. "-YOU look lovely tonight.~"

Her face flushed a deep purple at his compliment. Discord chuckled at her reaction before nodding towards the building in front of them.

"Shall we?"

She only nodded and he extended a limb. "Well, Princesses first.~"

What looked like a simple house in the middle of a city had turned out to be some kind of restaurant. A few couples were seated here and there making googoo eyes at each other or talking. It seemed that this café was cottage themed? It certainly wasn't over the top.

"Hi there!"

Twilight jumped from the new voice. A slightly smaller pony stared at them in a waitress outfit. She smiled a mouth full of braces at them.

"Welcome to Cozy Critters! How can I help you today?"

"Just the regular and table for me, Bubbles. You might want to take her order though," Discord piped up before she could.
She nodded and turned around. "Follow me please."

They were lead to a small table near the back and sat down. Twilight thanked her and took the menu in an aura of purple magic. It showed plenty of options, but she didn't feel like anything fancy though so-

"I think I'll just have the hayburger and-" She looked up and froze at what she saw. "-some water. Discord. Are you eating a table?"

The draconequues smiled down at her with his mouth full. A small coffee table was in his hands. Neither noticed the waitress walk away. He gulped before answering.

"Why yes. How very observant of you. This is my usual after all."

"Why?"

"Twilight, the better question is why not. You are talking to THE embodiment of Chaos."
He had a point.

She shook her head but smiled. "I guess you're right." She glanced around. "Where are we anyways?"

"Fluttershy's favorite restaurant. It reminds her of home, and they DO have excellent tables." He took another bite of the table. It splintered and made a crunching sound where he bit down.

"Oh. Well, it's really not what I expected, but it's very nice." She paused when something hit her. "Hey." He hummed. "You said you had plans before you decided on this. What was it?"

He shrugged. "Just some star gazing up close and seeing the making of a super nova. But, this is probably better. Less noise and more room to talk."

Her jaw dropped. "Are you being serious?"

"Completely."

A small silence followed with him continuing to eat his table. Eventually the waitress pony came back expertly balancing a tray on her head. She bent down and slid it in front of the princess.

"Will there be anything else?"

Discord shook his head. "No, Bubbles. Just put that on my tab, dear."

The burger was pretty good as she bit into it over and over,. The two ate in silence for what seemed like forever-

"You seem pretty quiet."

She jolted, almost dropping her water, and looked up at him. He still smiled with a raised brow. He no longer had his table so she assumed he finished eating.

"O-Oh. Sorry. I just-I'm not familiar with this kinda stuff."

"Surely you have been on a date before." His smile faded and his brow rose further. "With all these young stallions' sudden interest, I thought you'd at least go on a coffee date."

She coughed nervously and rubbed the back of her neck. Averting her eyes nervously. "I....uh....Went on one. And I'm the one who kinda asked him. B-B-But it's ok. We're good friends."

"And you never accepted when someone else asked you?" He stroked his beard in thought. "How interesting."
She shrugged. "They were interested, but their reasons weren't really that sincere."

"Understandable." He waved a paw and a glass of chocolate milk appeared in it. "If their intentions weren't pure, then you shouldn't feel pressured to go." He took a gulp.

"That's exactly how I feel!" She watched him chuckle and continue to drink. She had to admit she didn't expect Discord of all people to ask her out. Speaking of which- "Discord. Why intentions did you have for asking me?"

He stopped mid sip and looked at her. "I guess it's finally that time, hmm?" He made his drink disappear with a flash, and leaned across the table. "I already told you last night, but knowing you, you'd want a more detailed answer. It's simple really."

"Then why? Besides my obvious immortality."

He chuckled again. "Besides that. Like I said before. You challenge me. Sure a chaotic life is plenty fun by itself, but what's life without a challenge every now and then? Hmm. Easy gets boring after a while. Plus-" He reached a hand over to boop her nose. "-You had some chaotic moments. I can name a few."

She tutted. "Really? What?"

He raised fingers as he spoke. "Oh. That time you cast those spells to change Fluttershy into a bat, make everypony want your smarty doll thing, have all those parasprites literally eat the town. And let's not forget when you switched everyone's cutie marks. Oh! What about the time you tried to figure out Pinkie's sense? Or when you thought I hypnotized everyone because you were jealous-"

"Ok, ok!"

He outright laughed at her sudden intervention. "Shall I continue?"

"No. That's ok. I think I get the picture."

He leaned back to his full height. "But, I guess the main reason is the old saying that opposites attract. And who is more opposite than us two?" He winked.

And despite herself, she giggled and pointed at him.

"I thought I was supposed to be the one with love logic," she teased.

He placed a paw to his chest in mock shock. "My dear starbutt. Wouldn't it be chaos if I started using logic? Hmhm."

The rest of the night was actually quite relaxing and his play on logic made her more at ease. By the time she noticed how late it was, Discord had already snapped his fingers and in a flash of light, they reappeared inside her library. She blinked again again at the uneasy feeling of being forced on her hooves without warning. When she looked back up at Discord, the spirit was floating next to her without the tux.

"Did you have fun?"

"Yes!," she happily shouted, "Tonight was better than I thought it would be." She smiled sheepishly. "Thank you for treating me to such a lovely experience, Discord."

His smile widened. "Think nothing of it. I rather enjoyed myself. Though I can't leave without giving you one last thing."

"Oh? What's tha-"

She froze as something warm pressed against her cheek. As quickly as it came it left, and Discord chuckled.

"A good bye kiss. We should do this again sometime. Tata."

In another flash of light, he was gone. Leaving her and her growing blush.

Author's Note

Ok! So here's the other half I promised. Sorry for taking so long. Hope you like the finale. All mentioned characters belongs to Hasbro & Co.