The air was calm as the sounds of the waterfall and the clicking of a warm fire filled the cave. Outside, a storm could be heard as the thunder boomed in the distance. But here in the cave, things were sheltered and warm. Fluttershy sat in her robe on a plush lazy chair. She was surrounded by books and old scrolls that had been sent to her by Princess Twilight in order to help better understand Dragon early life for when the offspring will be born. In her hands she had a book on the wonderful world of lizards, hoping to glean any potential information she could use for Rarity's rather unorthodox upcoming child.

After all, she wanted nothing more than the be the expert to help when the time came to help raise the offspring but she was currently grasping at straws at best. Heck, she was still wondering how much Dragon and how much human would be coming out when the time came. Best not to dwell on it too much, at least on yet. Rarity was only 2 months into her pregnancy and so far, really hadn't shown any major signs of it just yet aside from the usual odd cravings and hormone imbalance that seemed to change with the wind.

She glanced back over at Spike with his wing draped over a makeshift sleeping bag (curtesy of Zecora) with his mate having gone to sleep within it some time ago. Fluttershy couldn't see her past the wing but did see her disappear underneath it a few hours ago. Spike was also taking a snooze, currently on all fours in order to help accommodate his mate, keeping his face forward towards the mouth of the cave. The two were currently resting near it in order to listen to the sounds of the storm. At least, that is what Rarity told her after their brief argument.

Rarity wanted to go for a short walk but with how dangerous the forest seemed to be lately, she had been forced to stay put. The Avian couldn't blame her for getting angry over the fact that she had been cooped up in the cave most of the time, only being allowed outside for brief moments at a time. The way she described it as feeling like a prison... And then there was Zecora who was looking into a solution. She seemed to have something it mind at least, having left earlier that morning to gather ingredients for something special she was making.

Fluttershy sighed and set down her book, her battery powered reading light was starting to grow dim. She would need to charge it later once the storm had passed using her sun powered battery. Equestrian magic and technology was really coming a long way.

She slowly got up and stretched out. Her breasts shook slightly as she scratched the back of her head, running her hand down through the long pink hair. Her wings ached from being pressed up against her back for too long. Her eyes fell on the entrance as she slowly began to walk over, attempting to stretch her wings out a bit as she did so.

Zecora should have been back by now. She was considering going out to look for her once the storm had passed. A flash of light suddenly filled her vision as lightning shot across the sky outside. A dark image suddenly appeared at the entrance, causing the avian to jump back and shout in surprise.

Spike's eyes shot open, aware of this figure but took no immediate action. He did not feel any ill intent from this visitor. Indeed, it turned out to be someone they both knew. Zecora hobbled into the cave, leaning against the wall as she breathed in heavily. Her bag was hanging loose and her cloak had been torn to shreds. A large gash could be seen across her arm.

Fluttershy rushed to catch the shaman just as her hand slid along the wall, causing her to nearly fall. Fluttershy held her close, laying her down gently and turning her over as she examined the wound. Slowly and carefully she took off the cloak to make sure there wasn't anything else wrong but found that only her arm had been injured. She did appear to be dazed somewhat though. Spike slowly got up and moved slightly towards them, his eyes tracking over her body. Fluttershy carefully help out the wounded arm. "Please Spike, could you give her some aid?"

The Dragon extended out his tongue, slowly dragging it across her arm. Within seconds of coming in contact with his saliva, the wound began to close. He shifted his tongue, running it across her mid section and legs, making sure to heal up any other scratch marks on her body. He seemed to grin slightly as the shaman gave soft chuckle at the touch. His tongue dipped between her legs and past the loin cloth. She let out a low moan as it slowly dragged it across her entrance, watching as she smiled and opened her eyes.

His tongue dipped deeper, slowly turning and working its way into her forbidden entrance, watching her jerk and happily moan as he worked to fill her with as much pleasure as possible. She carefully placed a hand on his nose, slowly shaking her head as she brought her hands together and began to weave her words.

"Thanks, but I have news and I believe I have everything I need now, Rarity has waited long enough." Fluttershy translated out loud. Spike pulled back and nodded, his tongue disappearing back into his mouth a strand of fluids followed it. Zecora let out a low sigh, clearly a part of her wishing he could continue.

Instead, she hefted her bag, slowly climbing back onto her feet, clearly looking more refreshed than before. Fluttershy softly padded Spike's wing. "Ok Rarity, you should probably get up now. Zecora has something special for you."

Spike smiled and lifted his wing.

Only to be greeted by an empty sleeping bag. Spike let out something that sounded like a choking noise as his eyes immediately began to scan the cave. Zecora's eyes went wide as Fluttershy immediately glanced outside. "Oh no, Rarity, you didn't!"

Zecora slapped her hand across her face. "I swear, if we weren't lovers, I would smack that stupid butt of hers into next week!" She angerly signed at Fluttershy. Her seething eyes sent shivers down the Avian's back as her wings instinctively folded up behind her again.

Fluttershy watched the hands flash across her vision, words that Fluttershy dare not repeat out loud. She locked eyes with the medicine woman. "Zecora, she's pregnant. Please don't be too rough with her!"

Zecora nodded. "You're right. I'll wait till the kin comes out... Then I'll apply my fist directly to her forehead!"

***

Rarity sat underneath a large oak tree, watching as the rain feel down around her. She felt the more alive in this moment, soaked to the bone and naked underneath a tree, than she had in over a month. The sounds of rainfall and not a creature in sight, everything felt peaceful. Though a part of her knew she should probably get back. There was always a chance of Fluttershy realizing she's gone or even stumbling across Zecora out here.

But she had to risk it. Being stuck in that cave for so long was starting to get to her. A part of her just wanted to fly across the skies with her beloved or even visit home as a part of her was actually starting to feel slightly home sick. Its crazy to think that something she was so ready to leave at one point, now seemed nostalgic in retrospect. Her new life was certainly interesting and she would still take that chance with her beloved had she done this over again, but still, there was that little seed of wish fulfillment as that cave slowly became a prison, all thanks to some stupid wood enchanted wolves.

She sighed as she stood up, casting her magic out as she picked up a stick and threw it. It was crazy to think how little she had used it for some time now. Really only when working on her special project that at this point, was nearly finished. It had taken longer due to some burnout that had taken place but now out here in the fresh air, that drive was slowly returning.

"I should have snuck out sooner." She muttered. "It seems the fresh air and change of scenery has already done wonders with my mood."

She glanced around, wondering when the storm would stop. A part of her was considering taking a dip in the nearby river before returning. Just as that thought entered her mind, the sound of a stick snapping nearby caused her to jump.

Her eyes fell on a nearby bush but due to the rain, it was hard to see beyond it. She was surrounded by trees and brush. The rainfall and overcast wasn't doing much to help in terms of visibility. Even still, a flash of lightning soon lit up the area as Rarity's heart fell.

Not one, not two, but three Timber Wolves were currently stalking her from the bushes. There joints creaked and groaned as their low growling seemed to carry over the sounds of heavy rainfall. Rarity knew she could maybe take one but three, no way. She was going to have to run. She turned to her opposite direction, getting ready to go into a full on sprint. Only to see two pairs of green eyes appearing in the brush.

Shoot...

She glanced around, seeing more green glowing eyes appear all around her. This was well beyond anything she could have anticipated. A part of her now fully understood why Zecora had been so cautious. Though she may have gained the look of a predator, she was still very much in this moment, their prey.

Her magic was for gem finding, accessory making and design. She was far from a combat mage. So even though she could lift a branch and chuck it at one of them, this was more or less the extent of her magic. Eventually, she would run out of things to throw. What then?

Sure, her new body was strong and she could probably take a few more hits than her old body could, but that wasn't going to matter in the face of several creatures attacking at once. Her eyes glanced upwards. The tree did looks somewhat climbable.

There was a branch just a little ways above from her. Almost within arms reach. She bent down before jumping up, grabbing onto the branch as she pulled herself upwards. Just as she began to pull herself up, she felt a bit of air wiz past her feet. She looked down, just in time to see one of the timber wolves now directly below her. It had just taken a swipe her her.

More were gathering below.

Rarity climbed up the rest of the way, quickly reaching out for another branch only to find the next nearest one she would have to jump to reach. She stood up and balanced her way over to the base part of the tree, leaning against it as she watched more green eyes appear below her.

Water was pouring down around her now the magi felt her heart leap. This was getting worse by the second. Two Timber Wolves shot up suddenly, their claws digging into the wood she was standing on. She could feel the wind from their jump attempt. They had missed but were close enough to leave marks just on the underside of where she was standing.

Her eyes wandered back up to the large rod of wood just above her and slightly to the side. She jumped up, grabbed into it with both hands. Just as she did, another wolf jumped up, slicing into the branch she was just on, sending splinters flying as Rarity held on for dear life. She tried to pull herself up but felt the wood groan as she did so. It was starting to break!

She hung there, unsure what to do as several green glowing eyes stared back below, their jaws open as they waited, knowing their prey would be coming to them soon. Rarity cried out in the night. "Zecora, are you out there! Is anyone out there! Please!"

She begged and felt her heart fall as she dangled over the monstrous sight. The wood groaned again as the branch began to bend downwards slightly.

Just as Rarity was wondering how durable her body might be to let go and take her chances at trying to out run them, a cry of a of raven broke the sounds of rain and panting wolves.

There was a large crack of lightning as a figure now stood near the edge of a brush. They were wrapped in a thick black cloak and wearing a mask that resembled a black bird. Green energy coursed throughout it as even the eyes from behind the mask seemed to glow green. Dark hands reached out from within the cloak, green energy glowing around them as the wolves seemed taken aback by what they saw.

Drums and chimes seemed to echo around them as the shaman shot forward, hand extended. Green energy surrounded the roots of the tree, making them glow a soft yellowish color. The seemed to quickly move upwards, causing dirt to shoot out from the ground. Three Timber Wolves were suddenly wrapped in thick roots, squeezing them in place, making them cry out... Only for their eyes to go dim as their bodies fell to pieces.

The shaman walked over to them, the rest of the Timber Wolves now trying to rush an attack. One got very close and as it was about to slash with its claw, the shaman's cloak spread out, covering them. The shaman threw their cloak across the creature, enveloping it. The Timber Wolf let out a shocked out howl as it became stuck as the cloth wrapped tightly around it. Green energy suddenly exploded from within the cloak, tearing it to shreds but leaving only wood chips behind.

Now without their cloak, Rarity could see it was in fact a woman. Her body was covered in green strips that glowed across her body. Her breasts were free to open air but she still wore a loin cloth. The white and black hair was more than enough of a clue that this had to be Zecora. But Rarity had never seen her fight like this before. It was like looking at her in a new way for the first time.

Zecora reached for a bag tied at her waist, opening it and reaching in. She pulled a large handful some white dust from it and proceeded to throw it at three more Timber Wolves who dared to step closer.

As soon as the dust settled on them, the immediately froze in place as moss began to cover their bodies. Their green eyes dimmed as their bodies fell apart, turning into chunks of rotting wood as plants began to grow from the remains.

Two Timber Wolves remained.

One launched itself at her, causing the shaman to have to jump back. It managed to bearly catch her mask with its claw, ripping it from her face. Zecora's determined face came into view as she reached behind her, revealing one last trick that was tied to her back. It was a fox mask. It too had green etchings across it. Runes that Rarity could not understand.

Zecora went to place the mask over her face, just as the other Timber Wolf swiped at her, catching her thigh and leaving a small cut on it. It also managed to catch the thread holding up her loin cloth, tearing it apart, which fell the the ground. Now completely naked, she stood calmly as the Timber Wolves seemed to grow confused.

They stared at where she was yet seemed unable to process she was there. One tried to move closer, only to immediately move away as if her existence was confusing to them. The two seemed to look at each other before shaking their heads. Their bodies soon turned to flee, their clear confusion never wavering.

Just as they disappeared into the brush, Spike appeared from the opposite side of the brush. His face was full of worry but turned to relief as he eyed his mate hanging from the tree above him. Moving just below her, he sat back and opened his arms out. The magi felt a sigh of relief as she let go, soon landing in Spike's arms. As the Dragon held her close, purring, Zecora walked up to both of them.

Her hands danced. "It isn't safe yet. We need to get you back to the cave or they will return with more. Once there, I have some choice words to sign." Her face was blocked somewhat by her soaking wet hair but Rarity knew she was getting the cold hard stare either way. The green glow across her body was fading as was her glowing eyes.

Spike set her down before getting on all fours to allow her to climb up onto his neck. Zecora soon joined him, the magi feeling a cold wave across her back as the shaman sat behind her. As Spike quickly took flight and made the trip back, the feeling of coldness did not go away.

***

When they eventually got back to the cave and out of the rain, was Rarity finally able to feel any kind of warmth again. As she quickly got off of Spike, Fluttershy ran to hug her. "I am so glad you are safe, don't scare us like that again!"

She let out a low huff before quickly breaking away from the hug. "Sorry, I was getting so sick of being in here. I just badly needed some air."

Fluttershy cocked her head slightly. "I know its been hard, but its clearly dangerous out there right now. We can't just have you wandering around out there. I..." She paused. Her eyes fell on Zecora who had apparently signed something that Rarity had missed as she turned back to the shaman. Fluttershy sighed and nodded. "I'll leave you two alone for a moment."

Rarity and Zecora locked eyes, water still dripping from their bodies. Spike sat nearby, watching the event unfold. His expression unreadable.

Zecora lifted her hands. "I don't want you talk, just listen... Or read I should say." She let out a low sigh. "I understand, being cooped up in a cave for long periods of time; no one could do that and not go a bit crazy or do something rash. It is partially my fault. I had wanted to surprise you but I should have been more forward with you. That does not excuse the danger you put yourself and your future child in. Please remember, you have to think about them too."

Rarity opened her mouth to protest but Zecora silenced her with a hand. "Again, I understand that after being in here so long, that part of your mind that would have told you to stop may have lost its sanity along the way. I don't blame you completely but I want you to fully understand the gravity of your situation."

She let that hang there for a moment as Rarity took in the idea that she may be stuck in the cave for months now. Fall was fast approaching and Winter would surely keep her trapped in the cave anyways. A part of her realized she may as well accept her fate, at least until after the kin was born. The Magi sighed. "I understand, I will not leave this cave. I will be a good mother and stay here for the time being."

Zecora let out a low chuckle. "Well I appreciate that but I didn't say you needed to stay here forever, just until it was safe." She held out her hand, revealing the fox mask she had on earlier from behind her back. "This is a special mask I have been working on for the past month. It allows the perception of those that see the person wearing it, difficult to perceive. As long as you wear this when you go out, you should remain safe... Just so long as you don't allow too many creatures to see you at once."

Rarity's eyes went wide as she reached out and took the mask. It felt light in her hands but could tell it was made of a special wood. Runes were carved into it and they seemed to glow slightly.

"I don't know what to say, thankyou Zecora." Without any hesitation, she hugged the Shaman tightly, feeling the woman let out started sigh only to slowly feeling her arms slowly wrap around the Magi's back. "I promise, I will listen to you and trust you completely going forward."

Zecora slowly broke the hug and took a step back so she could respond. "Glad to hear it. Now that is taken care of, I am in need of a recharge. All that nature magic I have used to today was taken from my reserves. I already had a tussle with some Timber Wolves before I came to save you. Now I must ask that you help me return some of my magic."

Rarity quickly nodded. "Sure, whatever you need. I more than owe you at this point." She ran over and set down the mask on her work table before quickly returning. "I am at your disposal."

She grinned. "I need to extract some sperm from your mate, as much as he can give. Do you remember how Fluttershy told you Spike's seed can heal wounds? It can also resupply a nature shaman with magic by simply being allowed to be both drank or spread across the body. Add that with a refreshing dip in the natural magic in the water afterwards and I should be feeling like myself again in no time."

The Magi blinked in surprise before leaning over and whispering to her lover, Spike. The Dragon seemed take everything in, even seeming to nod in excitement as she finished. Zecora moved forward, brushing her hand against his face before getting down on all fours, crawling beneath him.

She watched as his rock hard member came into view. She sat down in front of it, grasping it with her hands as she began to massage the object. Rarity slowly crawled up behind her, resting her hands on Spike's mighty spear, stroking it. She rested her chin on Zecora's right shoulder. Her breasts were pushing against the medicine woman's smooth back.

The shaman began to lick and kiss the tip of the spear, letting out a few small moans as she could feel it grow warmer in her touch. As Spike began to let out a low purr, his eyes tracked Fluttershy who had come back. She rested a hand against his face and smiled. Spike, the ever gracious Dragon, was more than happy to share in the love. His tongue slowly made its way out. He used it to flick off the ties holding her robe, letting it fall to the ground. Fluttershy let out a low sigh as his tongue worked between her legs and began to grind itself along her folds. The Avian let out a low moan as Spike began to taste his mate, feeling her juices begin to spill onto his tongue.

Back down below, Zecora was now picking up the pace, running her hands up and down, feeling his pre begin to cover him. His scent was over whelming as she continued to lap at his tip. Rarity's hands were now wrapped around Zecora's breasts, massaging them as she love bit the shaman's shoulder. Her eyes were closed as she lost herself to the soft moans of her lovely shaman.

Fluttershy let out a low gasp as Spike shot deeper inside, her hands reached out and her breasts smashing against his snout as he continued to pleasure her. His tongue was slowly pushing in and out, dragging itself along as more juices were spilled onto it.

Just as Fluttershy hit her peak, so too did Spike as the Dragon let out a low groan. Zecora's eyes widened as white hot dragon seed shot out, spilling into her mouth as she attempted to drink his brew. But not even Zecora could handle it all as more shot forth, spreading itself across her face and chest, covering her head as well as Rarity who was still massaging her from behind. As the white river of cum began to slowly come to a stop, Rarity scooped a bit off, tasting it with her finger.

"Always did love his taste." She chuckled as she realized just how much Zecora was now drenched in cum. It was covering her from her head all the way down to just below her breasts. Rarity hugged her, smashing her breasts against Zecora's as she rested her head against the Shaman who was still attempting to drink her spoils. "Looks like you and I are going to need a bath soon."

Zecora slowly nodded, a grin breaking across her face as the two broke apart, turning and slowly crawling towards the water, lewd thoughts permeating their minds as they readied for what was going to be anything but a bath most likely.

Fluttershy slowly backed off of Spike, now feeling rather content. "Alright big guy, I really should get back to studying. After all, how much do you even know about yourself?"

Spike seemed to contemplate this before nodding. His mates were taking care of themselves so as Fluttershy went back over to her study, he followed her. Fluttershy doubted he could read what was on the book but as he sat nearby, head over looking her, she still couldn't help but wonder just how much he understood. "What do you say I find one with a lot of pictures?" She suggested.

Spike nodded again as Fluttershy began to peruse her stock for a best picture book on lizards. He was now looking much more content than before but something still seemed to be nagging him. His gaze fell back onto the entrance of the cave, the sounds of howling could be heard over the booming storm.

Author's Note

Fluttershy reading about lizard reproduction is me by the way. I am still unsure which route I am going to take, be it something closer to mammal reproduction or closer to lizard reproduction (Egg). Komodo Dragons are the closest to what I am imagining Dragon reproduction being like so I may end up going with something along that route. I also now know more about lizards than I care to admit. For example, did you know a Komodo Dragon can grow to ten feet (3 meters) in length and weigh over 300 pounds? Now I am wondering if tales of Dragons may have spawned from these massive lizards. They do stand up using their tails for balance as well. Imagine if at one point they lived longer than their current life span of around 60 years. They never stop growing as is so imagine one at around 100!