The Last Sunny Days of Equestria

In their downtime the human six decided to explore Ponyville like Princess Twilight suggested. From here it seemed like another peaceful day, the populace unaware as to the portals which manifested all over Equestria, then vanished just as quickly and mysteriously. Fluttershy trotted alongside her Equestrian counterpart, following her all the way to a cottage tucked outside.

Surrounded by a dense forest, a path of stones had been set, marking a trail beset by thickets. “It's almost a little spooky,” she said taking tentative steps towards the entrance. “Um, do you really live here?”

“Yes,” replied Equestrian Shy. “But not by myself. Tree Hugger, are you there? I'm home!”

A treetop rustled. “Hey babe.” Tree Hugger hopped down with a basket filled with multicolored berries. Juices were smeared across her lips which she pulled into a crooked smile. “Hey, is it my birthday? Wasn't expecting two of the sexiest pony ever...”

“Tree Hugger, meet Fluttershy. She comes from that parallel world of humans.” They shook forehooves. “Welcome to our humble little abode! Thankfully, Discord is out at the moment, so we should have some peace.” She led them inside.

They settled into the living room. Fluttershy decided to play hostess, putting on an apron and whipping up some tea, which she placed in dainty cups with floral patterns. Tree Hugger couldn't stop staring at the newcomer while he marefriend was away brewing a pot. “So...” She laid a hoof atop hers across the short table. “Like, anything I can do to help you relax?”

“Um...well...” Her cheeks colored. “Maybe stop touching me? If that's okay.”

“Ah, sorry.” She reluctantly withdrew. There was a moment of awkward silence. “I don't mean to pry, but I'm sensing some really intense vibes from you, you know? Like you could really use a massage or something to ease that tension.”

“No, I'm fine, really.” She stared down at her hooves, seated upon a chair. Her Tree Hugger had told her to get out there and experiment a bit. Was it simply a jest or a serious suggestion? She'd often taken the easy way out, stuck with whatever was comfortable, and she'd settled on the first safe bet who'd flirted with her, used to the wolf whistles and jeers from boys.

She'd always been self-conscious of her voluptuous form, particularly her ample breasts. Guys often treated her like meat and girls could be jealous and resentful. Both sexes would often assume she was just some bimbo. She'd repressed her anger towards them, seeking solace with her animals who never judged her. She felt safe and comfortable with her Tree Hugger.

“You're with me and that other world too, huh? I recognize that earthy perfume.” She sniffed the air. “If I were me, I wouldn't want to hold you back. Like, I'd want my marefriend to sow her wild oats, experience the world, see if we're truly that compatible. I don't want to treat my Shy like a possession, even if I know she'd never cheat on me.”

Fluttershy sensed her words were true. But was she really prepared to cross that line? Would she be able to go back? Maybe that was part of the test? Luckily her reverie was interrupted when her double poured steamy tea into their cups.

“I see you two have gotten well acquainted,” said Equestrian Fluttershy who settled next to her lover.

“We've chatted a little,” said Tree in a sly manner. “So...room for one more?”

“I'm not sure our guest would like that,” she whispered looking at her double who squirmed awkwardly in her seat.

“W-well...” Fluttershy's mane fell over her face, feeling rather pressured. “I...am...a teeny-bit...curious...?”

Tree Hugger took her forehoof. “See babe? She's totally down.” She got a sense of her vibes, realizing she wanted this more than either of them, but was afraid to admit it aloud. But how to help her crawl out of her shell? “Should we tell her?”

“No! I mean...” In truth Flutters was mostly with Tree to hide who she was secretly with.

Fluttershy quirked a brow, overwhelmed by curiosity, but decided it was impolite to pry. Maybe the truth would come out when they were ready. For now, she had to be patient. It would take sometime before she adjusted to this world.

*****

Markings shimmered across the formerly human Rainbow Dash's aerodynamic form when she strained to keep up with her double. The pair whirled about in circles, a multitude of colorful blurs left behind them. She immediately pushed herself to the limit, soaked in sweat and huffing, determined to catch up despite the obvious difference in their current abilities.

At least she was making progress, albeit painfully slow for her taste. “Got to learn to walk before you learn to fly, I guess.” She was still somewhat clumsy on her hooves. “Start with the basics.” She landed and stretched out, cat-like.

“What's the matter, slowpoke?” Equestrian Dash lazed of a fluffy cloud. No doubt it was simply tough love, but the taunts still stung a tad, pushing her to try even harder. “I've seen Fluttershy make faster circles than that!”

“Yeah, probably when she was scared out of her wits. So...” She decided to switch subjects while she recovered. “What's your love-life like? I sometimes fool around with Pinkie, but nothing serious. However, I kind of have a thing with Trixie going...”

“Trixie?!” She balked. “Ugh. Well, somepony cool as me can't afford to be tied down by one partner. I have a few side dishes. Gilda, Spitfire, Soarin, Celaeno.... Don't recognize all those names? Well, I'll show you a picture later.”

“Not sure I wanna know...” She sighed, once again feeling inferior to her other self. But it wasn't like her to wallow in self-pity. No, she'd simply have to become better! “Hey, Applejack, Pinkie Pie!” She waved the foursome over. “Wanna help us train?”

“Sure, why not?” One of the Applejack's raced up.”

She looked to the Equestrian AJ. “You with anypony here?”

“Well shucks, I don't like to talk about my love-life much.” She removed her stetson and squeezed it. “I...I'm in a relationship with Rara...Coloratura. Famous singer here, not sure she exists in your world? Foalhood friend of mine.”

“Sounds nifty,” said Dash.

“Yeah, she's wonderful.” AJ pulled a photo hidden in her hat which showed the pair in a casual embrace. “How 'bout you?”

The once human AJ swallowed hard. “Well, ya see...I'm with my own Rara...Rarity, that is.”

“Really? But we've got nothin' in common!”

“Nonsense. We're both hard-workin' and have wonderful little sisters. And, well, I reckon that's enough!” She proclaimed it with finality and turned back to her own practice session, just as stubborn as her Equestrian self.

*****

The once human Rarity was shown around the Carousel Boutique by her twin. Trying to mimic her telekinesis, she formed constructs under the costumes, lifting them and helped tuck them onto racks. She shimmered even brighter than the lit up horn, her geode tattoos glimmering all over her physique, making her even more lovely in an exotic sort of way.

“So, darling...how are you enjoying your stay in Ponyville? I know it hasn't been long, but I do hope it's been accommodating.”

“Oh yes. It's very quaint.” She'd taken to her powers quickly, choosing to focus on creating small objects at first, which made her strain a little as she concentrated. “I do not mean to pry, but may I ask a personal question?”

“Of course, dearie.” She placed another row of silken dresses.

“I'll start, then.” She cleared her throat. “In my world, I'm currently courting Applejack. It's not something we originally intended. We simply...posed for a magazine together, one which required us to be a little touch-feely at times, and discovered we liked one-another's company in another way. Poor AJ was terrified her family would disown her if the truth ever came out.”

“I see. Applejack is certainly a fine choice. Don't tell her I said so, though. I'm in a relationship with a number of creatures,” she explained unable to think up a better word. “Spike, Thorax, and Ember. Strictly for political reasons, of course!” She quickly added and stifled a nervous titter. “I'm honestly too busy to have much of a love-life, unfortunately.”

“That's a shame. The Spike of my world is unfortunately a mere mutt. Granted, for a time he was a werewolf of sorts...”

The pair continued to chat while they worked, watching both Dashes race outside the window in a storm of colors, while the Applejacks were swinging and weaving between the hoops of lassos. The once human Rarity admired the freckled cowponies, who'd worked up a sweat all over their soft but well-muscled physiques, almost forgetting the brewing crisis.

*****

Fluttershy wasn't certain how it had started, but before she knew it she was in her Equestrian twin's bedroom making a sweet sandwich with her and Tree Hugger in the middle. She realized it was likely down to her new physiology; animal instincts overriding all common sense. All the hormones had hit her at once the moment they started to seduce her.

Not that she would've needed much encouragement regardless. She knew her Tree wouldn't mind; that was simply her excuse to not test the waters. In truth she was intimidated by the duo. But somehow that also acted as a spice which entranced her.

They had formed a daisy chain, her snout buried deep in Tree's snatch, who in turn ate her double out, that Fluttershy busy eating her own ass and pussy in a sloppy manner. The covers were soaked from the mess they were making. Their musk filled the air. Normally she would've had to work up to something so intense, but it was all coming naturally to her.

Unlike her tender licks the lovers were eagerly muzzle-fucking away, obviously used to this. Spatters of pussy juice flew in fleck about them, soaking their matted maws. It was completely unlike the gentle lovemaking she usually indulged in with her Hugs.

“Hey there,” chirped Pinkie when she and her other self popped up from seemingly nowhere. “Can we join in, too?!”

She screamed, jumped up, and slammed her head into the ceiling, nearly knocking herself senseless. “Pinkie!” Both Flutters cried in unison, her more out of bewilderment, while her Equestrian double narrowed her eyes.

“Oops, sorry! Guess the proverbial cat's out of the bag, huh?” Pinkie beamed wide.

She looked between them and realization dawned. Somehow, improbable as it seemed, this Flutters and Pinkie had fallen into a relationship, one which they kept on the downlow. Perhaps her coupling with Tree was partially to held keep that a secret.

“Let me guess,” said Equestrian Fluttershy. “You two have been busy pranking Ponyville.”

“Maybe~” Both Pies practically hummed the word. “We're a natural team!”

“Sometimes I think even one Pinkie Pie is totally too many,” teased Hugs. “Well, the mood's broken.”

“I, um, had fun anyhow.” She turned her head aside, her face stained pinker than her mane. However, like she suspected her feelings for her Tree Hugger hadn't changed a whit. If they didn't have their own responsibilities back in their world, they would've taken their closest pals with them. Nevertheless, someone had to watch over their responsibilities while they were away.

*****

Sunny chewed on a surprisingly tasty daisy. It was no replacement for a cigarette, but she smacked her lips anyhow, savoring the sweet taste. She'd wandered about aimlessly, idly chatting with her Flash Sentry and Sonata, thoughts focused on al souls that had escaped. Well, it wasn't like there was anything she could do at the moment. So why couldn't she relax?

“I can't stand that guy,” said Flash who clenched his teeth. “I'm nothing like him!”

“Yo, chill out. So what if this Flash is a total womanizer? Marizer? Anyhow, point is maybe you're more alike than you think?” He frowned at her. “What I mean is, you're both really into girls, which is totally natural.”

“Yeah, but I don't hit on every cutie I see. Or toss them aside.” He kicked a dirt pile.

“Yeah, you're nice like that. Sometimes I think I'm more like this Flash...just a selfish bitch...maybe that's why I'm trying to see the best in him...” She stared wistfully into the distance, once again feeling like an off-brand version of the 'real' Sunset.

Flash stared at the slap marks from feathers imprinted in red marks on a buttcheek. “Least he has good taste.”

Sonata hung back a bit. While she doubted anypony would recognize a legendary siren who'd been banished so long ago, she certainly wouldn't prove popular if the truth were known. For once she felt like the most competent pony in the room, at least in her group, easily taking to her new form and skipping about while singing. “Equestria sure has changed! Back when the sirens ran wild, most of the land was totes untamed! For sure, it was a different time...” She closed her eyes and smiled.

“Certainly a stranger one, from what I've heard.” Sunny picked more flowers scattered about. She tucked a bunch away in her saddlebags to snack on later, hoping this wouldn't be considered theft. It sure was a weird place, she decided.

The once human Twilight rushed their way, her mane still styled in a bun, her glasses almost slipping off her snout. “I think the Princess has come up with something. I figured I'd check in with you first, since the others are probably still busy.”

“Good call. They could use a rest.” Sunny trotted up next to her. She wasn't entirely certain how she felt about her; after all she and Sunset had been in a relationship and fallen out of it pretty hard. She'd been cordial but distant, almost like every time she looked at her, it was a painful reminder of what had happened. Well, she could hardly blame her.

Pretty soon the foursome arrived back in the meeting room. What appeared to be a three-dimensional map of Equestria arose from the table and cast a pall over them. A portion in particular glowed somewhere in the middle of the ocean, where there was apparently a powerful spark of unusual magic. “Hey,” cried Sonata. “I recognize that place!”

Princess Twilight nodded. “I've studied the history books well. The sirens sunk quite a number of ships in the area.”

“Y-yeah,” whispered Sonata who looked like a spoiled mischievous foal who'd been caught stealing from the cookie jar.

“Don't worry,” said Twilight in a tender manner as she smiled. “We believe in second chances here.” She pointed to another section. “I think we've found up where Inky Rose ended up, too. It isn't pretty.” She pointed to an entrance to Tartarus.

Sunny pursed her lips. “Why? No offense, but her crimes are small fry compared to what the Dazzlings have done. Heck, she isn't even from Equestria, so why should she be judged so harshly?”

“Relax. It's probably some sort of mistake.” Princess Twilight rubbed her chin. “Or worse...somepony or something captured her soul and dragged it down to the underworld. We'll have to send a team to investigate.”

“Huh. Well, you all probably have to look after Ponyville.” Sunny plucked a flower from her bag and shoved it into her mouth. “Even with the Pillars to help out. My friends and I will split up and look into it, okay? Don't worry, we'll keep in touch if we get over our heads!” She was worried about the lost souls, particularly Inky, but this was their responsibility, wasn't it?