Author's Note

I lied. Again. Not only did I not get this chapter out 'soon', there's also gonna be three chapters, not two. Oops. Anyways, here's the next chapter finally, so enjoy!

The Answer

“Blow out the candles, Spike! And don’t forget to make a wish!”

Smiling, Spike leaned over his cake and put out the glowing candles with his breath.

Cheers and applause rang through the room as Twilight moved to turn the dining room light back on.

“So, what did you wish for, huh?” Pinkie Pie asked, pulling the used candles out of the cake so that she could cut it.

He looked around the room at his friends until his gaze settled on Rarity for a moment, a dopey grin on his face.

“I can’t say or it won’t come true, not that it will anyway…”

“I bet I can tell you what he wished for,” Rainbow smirked, leaning against the wall.

Applejack snickered and elbowed her lightly in the ribs before taking the piece of cake she was handed.

Everyone chatted as they ate, Spike and his high school friends talking about the new video game he was given.

After they had their fill, the birthday boy and his friends went into the living room to test out the new game Spike had received for his birthday.

Twilight and the girls cleaned up the mess and migrated to the kitchen to chat.

“So Spike seems like he’s had a good birthday,” Sunset said at the sink as she handed Fluttershy a clean plate to dry off.

“Yeah, it really seems like he has. I’m glad you all were able to come, I know it made him happy to see each of you.”

“Don’t seem like much of a birthday for an eighteen year old guy though, does it? Don’t they usually wanna go out and do somethin’?” Applejack asked.

“Uh, what kind of boy doesn’t want to be surrounded by six hotties on his special day?” Rainbow chimed in, “that’s gotta be every dude’s wet dream.”

Twilight rolled her eyes. “That’s my brother and that’s disgusting, Rainbow.”

The athlete shrugged.

“Besides, I got passes for Spike and his friends to go paintballing tomorrow. His friends will spend the night tonight and head over there tomorrow. I thought just having a party was a bit bland as well. This is what he wanted though.”

“Ohh, that sounds like so much fun!” Pinkie squealed.

“That sounds scary,” Fluttershy said, putting up the last of the now-clean dishes.

“I do hope they are careful, I’ve heard it can be dangerous!” Rarity added, placing a delicate hand over her heart. “I wouldn’t want anything to happen to him!”

Rainbow rolled her eyes.

“He’ll be fine,” Twilight told them, “you have to wear a helmet, facemask and pads, so he will be well protected. He‘ll have a fun time.”

“Oh! I nearly forgot! Twilight dear, while I’m here, did you still want me to look at your wardrobe and help you pick an appropriate outfit for your dinner with your brother and his new girlfriend next week? They chose a very upscale restaurant and you simply must look your best!”

“Yes, I’d appreciate the help! I want to make a good first impression, he really likes her.”

“Then let us go, there isn’t a moment to waste! Fluttershy? Would you be a dear and come along? You have a good eye for accessories and would be of great help.”

“O-oh, yes, of course!”

“We’ll be back,” Twilight said as the three friends walked out of the kitchen.

“Lame. Hey Pinks, wanna see if we can prank the guys while they‘re distracted?” Rainbow asked, hopping off the counter she was sitting on.

“Ab-sol-utely! And I’ve got the most perfect prank ever! Come on!”

Pinkie and Rainbow left, leaving Sunset and Applejack to their own devices.

Sunset grabbed a glass and poured herself a drink.

“Guess we ain’t cool enough to be included,” Applejack joked, sticking her thumbs through her belt loops.

“I don’t know about you, but I don’t find either of those things interesting. I’d rather just watch Spike play video games,” the redhead shrugged, taking a sip of coke.

“Nah, video games ain’t my thing. I’d rather read or somethin’.”

There was a pause.

“Hey Sunset? ” Applejack got her friends attention, “This might be a weird time to bring it up, but I wanna take you up on your offer, if it still stands…”

“My offer? Wha- oh! Wow, of course it still stands, I just didn’t actually think that you’d accept.”

The farmer shrugged. “I wasn’t gonna, but I really started thinkin’ ‘bout it. You’re one of my best friends and I trust you with damn near everythin’. You’re a bombshell, feistier than hell, and you’ve got a head full of red hair I wouldn’t mind tuggin’ on all night.”

Sunset raised her eyebrows.

“Plus, I know you wouldn’t make it awkward or make fun of me for not knowin’ how to please a person. You’ll be understandin’ and show me how to do it. If I have to lose my virginity to someone, you’re a solid choice.”

Sunset smiled. “I’m flattered that you feel like you can trust me. I’d love to show you the ropes. Both figuratively and literally, since you said you were into that.”

Applejack blushed as Sunset’s voice changed into a deeper, more seductive tone.

Stepping closer, the ginger said, “This party’s almost over, did you have anything else planned for the evening? Maybe we could go to my place and I could give you a few private lessons.”

Sunset ran a finger up Applejack’s arm.

“N-nope, free as a bird all night.”

“Good.”

Looking towards the kitchen entryway, Sunset made sure the coast was clear before reaching up and wrapping her arms around Applejack’s neck, pulling her in for a kiss.

The blonde froze as their lips met, her mind going into overdrive at the warm body pressed against hers.

Sunset immediately felt her tension and moved back. “Was that too much?”

“N-no,” Applejack stuttered, “it was great, I just need a minute to get used to it. And it don’t help much that I’m worried someone’s gonna pop in here while we’re doin’, y’know… that.”

“You’re right, we need some privacy. Let’s go tell Twilight that we’re leaving. Spike’s party is all but over and everyone is just hanging out now. She won’t mind.”

Giving Applejack a wink, Sunset grabbed her hand, and pulled her until the blonde got the hint to follow.

Walking up the staircase they found Twilight’s room and a very distressed trio of girls.

“No, no! This won’t do!” Rarity looked over Twilight who was wearing a pastel pink dress that seemed more suited for a young girls Easter outfit. “Take it off. Fluttershy, hand me the next dress please?”

Clearing her throat, Sunset announced their presence before their purple haired friend could start stripping off her clothes.

“Oh hey, Sunset, Applejack, what’s going on? Come to help? I could probably use all the help I can get, this isn‘t going well.” Twilight said, moving her hair so that Rarity could unzip her.

“Actually, we came to say goodbye. AJ and I are going to go back to my place. She said she’d give me some cooking advice and show me some simple techniques. She’s gotta get home in a little bit so I wanted to wrack her brain while she was in the area.”

Twilight smiled and looked at Applejack. “Oh, that’s so thoughtful, AJ! I know Sunset’s been trying to improve her cooking, so it’s nice of you to offer to help her out!”

Applejack gave what she thought was a simple grin as she lied through her teeth. “Uh, eyupp, that’s exactly what we’ll be doin’… Cookin’ and such, mhmm!”

Sunset briefly glared at her taller friend. “Anyways, we better get going Twilight. Thanks for having us over, it was a lot of fun!”

“Of course! Thank you for coming! I know Spike appreciated you both being here!”

“No problem, we enjoyed it! Good luck with the dress hunt you guys. I’m sure Rarity will find you the perfect outfit.”

“You know I will, darling,” the fashionista replied, “ta-ta you two!”

“Bye guys,” Sunset and Applejack waved to their friends before they shut the door behind them.

Turning to Applejack, Sunset gave her a sexy smirk and hard slap on her bottom that made the farmer yelp. “Ready to cook, cowgirl?”