A cool breeze made it's way over them as Celestia's sun shown down on the world.
The sweet smell of a rose garden across the river in front of her only added to the breath taking scene....It also didn't hurt that her date was also very nice looking.
"So, tell me, my dear." He leaned down to get a better look at her. "How is your new boutique in Canterlot doing? Hmm. I heard it's all the rage now a days with all the latest fashions you have."
She took a sip of her tea before carefully levitating the cup back down with a small clink. "Very well, thank you very much. But, I must admit, not all the fashions displayed are mine."
He raised a brow. "Oh, really?"
"Yes. There are honestly so many young and inspiring fashion designers out there that deserves a chance to have their own creations seen by all who have an eye for fashion."
"Why...That's mighty generous of you. But, isn't it hard managing both shops between here and Ponyville?" He watched as she poured herself another cup. "I mean, it's a long distance between both places and not to mention all the other work you do."
"Not at all." She smiled before levitating the now refilled cup up and over to her lips. Tasting the sweet drink fill her mouth. Smacking her lips before looking back up at him. "It can be a hoof-ful at times, but Sassy Saddles and my other assistants usually keep things in line here in Canterlot. And I never take more than I can handle."
"Oh, my. What a wonderful work system." He leaned back up to his full height. "A young lady that can manage all that and still be a generous soul is something that's not easily done."
"Oh! Well, thank you kindly. And speaking of Ponyville...How is Cranky doing?"
Oh, yes. The donkey that Steven had so many adventures with.
In fact, she hadn't seen him for a while after Cranky and Matilda's wedding. Most of which she missed because of a bug bear problem. A chance encounter is what lead to this meeting.
After a visit with Zecorra to get some exotic fabrics from her homeland, she stumbled upon the same river where she first met him...And there he was. Examining pearls from the depths of the river he collected.
He had spotted her first and asked what she was doing all the way out in the Everfree Forest. She shown him the exotic fabrics and he in turn shown her his pearls. They talked for a little longer before he eventually confessed to being lonely.
It must've been lonely being a sea monster living all alone in the Everfree Forest. Not to mention all the dangers of the forest itself to look out for. Not many were willing to come into the forest.
She suggested he come by and see her at the boutique some time. He did just that and things couldn't have gone better.
It was discovered that they had a lot in common. Tastes, an eye for fashion, mannerisms, and even Opal seemed to like him(Though that might just be because of his fishy looks). Though she REALLY didn't see it coming when he asked her out to lunch.
He waved a hand. "Oh, just fine. That old donkey's never been happier. Though he still complains about being bald."
She smiled. "Well, he's always welcome to come by the boutique. There's plenty of wigs to choose from."
"I'll be sure to tell him that. Although-" He leaned down ounce more to give her a grin. "-I don't think any of those wigs compare to your natural looks.~"
She placed a hoof to her chest. "You charm me, Sir.~"
"Hehe. That's what I was going for, Sweetie.~" He winked making her giggle.
"I say. Ms. Rarity, is that you?"
Both looked up.
Standing there were two stallions. One she was happy to see and one.....not so much.
"Fancy Pants! What a nice surprise!.....Oh. Hello, Your Highness."
The blonde stallion huffed and turned his nose. His college paid him no mind.
"I'm glad to say the same, and I see you're with a friend." He gave a smile up to the sea serpent. "I don't believe we've met."
"Oh! Steven, this is Fancy Pants. An old acquaintance of mine. How's Fluer?"
"Charmed to meet you." He gave a nod to the unicorn.
"Likewise. And my wife is just fine. Thank you."
"*A-HEM*!" The blonde stallion gave them a dirty look.
She groaned. "Uuh. Pardon me. Prince Blue blood. Princess Celestia and Luna's great, great....something nephew."
"Glad to meet you."
He only gave them a glare. "A sea monster? In the Canterlot Park? Honestly, what's next?"
"I beg your pardon!" She leaned forward.
"Now, Your Highness." He gave him a glance. "Princess Celestia did say the park was open to everypony. Which includes serpents."
".......Hmph. Very well." He looked back at her. "But, I expected someone of your status to associate with someone more.....appropriate." He gave the serpent another glare.
"How dare you! I-"
"Say. That's some nice hair you got. What do you use?"
All three looked up at him.
".....I beg your pardon."
"You know." He pointed to his own head. "Must be hard keeping it yellow all the time. What hair ointment do you use?"
Prince Blue Blood only stared dumbfounded at him while the serpent smiled back innocently before sniffing the air.
"Ooh! Sunbright # 5. Excellent choice. Though I would've personally went with number four. More natural looking."
Rarity was now snickering with her hooves over her mouth and Fancy Pants only smiled.
"W-Well, I never!" He turned and with a huff, trotted away with his nose in the air.
"Well....I suppose I must go after him. We have some business to discuss." He turned to her. "Care to join us for lunch?"
" No, thank you. I just ate. And I must be going soon."
He nodded. "Very well. It was nice to see you both." With that he turned and trotted after the prince.
".......In all serious though-" She looked up at him. "I really must be going."
"Oh, Honey. I'm sorry to see you off so soon. But alas, parting is such sweet sorrow." He gently grasped one of her forelegs, making her giggle. "Until next time?"
She smiled.
"I wouldn't miss it. But, maybe next time we should pick a less sophisticated place."
Author's Note
Well.....Im not dead. I really like interspecies coupes so here's one I found interesting. All mentioned characters belong to Hasbro & Co.
