Keeping Secrets

Of all the possible things that could happen, this is THE. WORST. POSSIBLE. THING!

Rarity sat on the toilet and stared at the positive white pregnancy test, tears overflowing in her eyes. How could this have happened? She was the worst daughter, and not to mention sister in the world. So many thoughts were overwhelming her mind.

Ohhh, what have I done? Rarity thought to herself, I can't deal with this one my own! What will my friends think of me? How will Sweetie Belle feel? Does this make me a tramp? I feel like a tramp!

Approximately three weeks ago, she thought she met the love of her life at the Grand Galloping Gala. Boy, was she wrong! Prince Blueblood was the rudest, most arrogant pony she'd ever met! He didn't even open a single door for her or compliment on her ensemble. She couldn't have imagined a worse date than that, so why did she sleep with him? Oh right, he was the most handsome pony in all of Equestria! With those big juicy muscles and dreamy eyes... Rarity shook her head to extinguish the thoughts.

I have to find a way to tell him... But I doubt he'd even help.. Maybe my friends will understand? Rarity thought hopefully.

And with that, she was off. She threw the pregnancy test in the trash can and ran straight to the one pony who she thought would understand the most, Fluttershy. Nopony seemed to notice her racing through town like a maniac. Everyone was just used to Rarity being so dramatic. But this was worth being dramatic about. This is going to change her whole life. As Rarity neared the yellow pony's cottage, she started shaking, thinking that maybe it was a bad idea. As soon as she started to turn around, Fluttershy walked outside. Just Rarity's luck.

"Oh..Um. Hey, Rarity. I was just about to fly over and see if you wanted to go to the spa. If, um, that's alright.." Fluttershy said sheepishly.

This was a great opportunity for Rarity to tell Fluttershy and see how she reacted. If it was good, she could tell all her other friends. But if Fluttershy was mad or upset.. She'd have to leave town and her boutique, start a new life somewhere else. The element of Kindness should be understanding though... Right?

"Oh Fluttershy, that sounds absolutely lovely. We need to talk about a few things. Best friend talk." Rarity said in a small, sad voice.

There wasn't much talk as they walked to the spa, Rarity was too upset. She was dragging her feet, and going to mess up her hooficure. Rarity would normally have flipped out if a rock even touched her hooves, but she didn't seem to care one bit. This worried Fluttershy deeply, and she kept asking Rarity if everything was ok.  Rarity started to get less believable every time she told her she was fine.

They were finally at the spa, and Fluttershy opened the door for Rarity, who smiled weakly and mumbled, "Thanks."

"We'll have the usual." Fluttershy said to Aloe with a smile.

"Right this way, darlings." Lotus handed them some warm, fluffy robes, and  escorted them to the sauna.

Perfect, Rarity and Fluttershy would be alone in the sauna, and she didn't have to sorry about any rumors going around from Lotus and Aloe. Not they they were going to spread rumors, but this way some super juicy gossip.

Once Rarity and Fluttershy were alone, Rarity broke down.

"Oh, Fluttershy, this is absolutely dreadful! I didn't know who else to go to! Please don't hate me after I tell you what's happening, I can't stand to lose my best friend!!" Rarity sobbed into her hooves.

"Rarity, what's going on? Are you okay? Is something wrong?" Fluttershy asked, worridly.

"I'm pregnant! I'm pregnant and I don't know what to do or where to go. The father won't be there for me, I'm sure of it. I'm completely alone with this foal. Sweetie Belle will be so upset with me! My parents will never speak to me again! And I'm afraid I'll lose all of my friends."

"Oh.."

Oh no, shes mad. Thought Rarity.

"You hate me, don't you? I understand. I'm awful, just awful"

"No! Rarity don't put yourself down like that, there's nothing to be ashamed of. I just wish you'd slow down a little and explain...Please. Who is the father?"

"Prince Blueblood from the Gala.."

"Oh my.." Fluttershy said in shock.

"I know, I know! I couldn't help myself. Those dreamy eyes just sucked me in!"

"Well I'll help you, Rarity. I'm sure Sweetie Belle and your parents will understand."

"What about our friends, Fluttershy? They'll think I'm a tramp.."

"Oh no, Pinkie Pie will be elated! Applejack will understand, Twilight will probably get you some parenting books, and Rainbow Dash practically won't care at all."

"Well that is true. I'm sorry for ever doubting you like that."

"It's ok, it's perfectly understandable that you're worrying. On the bright side, imagine all the little outfits you can create for him/her! You'll be having so much fun! Right?"

Those few words brightened Rarity up. She was a fool to think that her friends would be livid. They'd love her just the same, and her little foal too. Sweetie Belle would have someone new to play with, I just hope she'd not too upset about being an aunt at such a young age.

"Oh my, I never thought of that! You're right! I assume the foal will have a white coat, since both Prince Blueblood and I have white coats. Do you think I should tell him, Fluttershy? He'd be an awful father, but I don't want my foal to have just a mommy, and wonder where daddy is, and why everypony else has a dad."

"Oh Rarity, I don't know.."

"Well.. My hooves are getting pruny. Let's go to Sugarcube Corner and see Pinkie."

Fluttershy was slightly upset that they didn't get to finish their visit, but nonetheless she paid the spa specialists, and guided Rarity out the door. Luckily, Sugarcube Corner wasn't far away, so nopony would see Rarity's red puffy eyes, and bombard her with questions about whats wrong.