Equestria Handyman

“Herd formation: For centuries Equestria has been known for being a herd society due to the unbalanced ratio between female and male birth, while now days the gap between males and female have shrunk considerably and the risk of extinction has disappeared, thanks to the advances in medicine, science and magic as well as the increase of the average expectancy. Herds continue to be a norm that continue to practice, with the average of 6 to 10 mares and one stallion.”

“6 to 10 mares?!” Marks interrupts Twilight’s explanation in shock. Before looking at Milky who was looking away in embarrassment. Making him realize his mistake and sitting down to grab her hand. “Sorry, that was uncalled for.”

“No it’s ok, I understand if this is a touchy subject and you would prefer it if I drop it and…”

“No! No! I’m on board with it.” Mark quickly replies, catching everyone by surprise as Milky slowly grins and grabs his hands in anticipation. “Really?”

“Yeah really, I was just taken off guard, but I’m willing to try it, even if I have my reservations.” He looks down in shame. “I know it makes me sound like a hypocrite, but I’m not sure I would ever be ready to share you with another stallion.”

All 3 mares only blink for a moment before understanding what was happening and nodding, Milky even grabbing and hugging one of his arms “Oh my sweet, beautiful, naive stud. That will never happen.” She tells him lovingly while nuzzling her cheeks against him.

“Yeah, due to the low rate of stallions, a herd with more than one is extremely rare…and it’s kind of frowned upon.” Cadence elaborates “Like Twilight said things have changed since the times of the 3 tribes, and there are certainly all kinds of couples everywhere, just mares, just stallions, interspecies, and so on. But if there is something that has basically turned into an unspoken law that for the most part everyone respects is that there can only be one stallion for each herd...unless it is one with just stallions of course.”

“Really?” He was confused before looking at Twilight “But then what happened with Sunburst...”

“That is a completely different thing!” Twilight was quick to answer with a deep blush. “I told you, that was a birthday gift, it was only a thing some herds do and I wasn’t stealing a stallion!” She was quick to defend herself.

“Ok, ok Twilight calm down” Mark raises his hands as she drinks some water for her nerves.
“Sorry, it's just that there is a lot of types of herds in Equestria, but I really didn’t want to give you the wrong impression, and a herd that takes away stallions from other mares are just monsters, even if those mares then ask to join their herds.”

Twilight stops him before he could ask the obvious question. “The idea of asking to form part of a herd like that is both degrading and cruel, mares forced to do that would be practically submitting to the alpha mare that took more than one stallion for herself ” Twilight say barely containing her growing anger

“That is why in Equestria a herd can only have one stallion. I know it might sound counterproductive but in reality it made things more fair for everyone and left more stallions available” Cadence finish the explanation “Swingers? Of course, like Twilight says, there are all sorts of herds in Equestria but having more than one stallion in one is where we drew the line.”

“And even if that wasn’t the case, it will not change a single thing!” Milky says with finality. Tightening her hug. “You are the only stallion for me Marky, you and no one else.”

The show of affection warms Mark's heart as he rests his head on top of hers. “You have no idea the weight you just lifted from my shoulders.” His expression quickly turns to worry as he looks her in the eyes. “But that will really be ok with you? The idea of being with another mare really would not bother…ah Milky?” Mark had to stop when he noticed how Milky eyes turn sultry and look at nothing.

“Hm? Oh!” She shakes her head to snap from her trance. “Sorry I just had the mental image of you with another mare in front of me is…” She shivers in delight before continuing “…so enticing” She whispers with a small blush cupping his cheeks to look into his eyes in adoration “But to answer your question, nothing would make me happier than knowing my Marky will not be alone and is happy with other mares while I’m away because of my job or with my friends, I already saw everything I need to know, you will not just be chasing after every skirt you see, you would really look after a true and legitimately connection for both of us. And by Celestia is that just hot.'' She gets closer to his ear. “Especially if you don’t mind me looking for candidates myself.” She then blows air into his ear sending a shiver down his spine at the implication of her not only giving him permission and seeing more mares but also of her doing the same, giving him really brief images of his time with Bon Bon and Lyra.

Needless to say, Mark at that moment couldn’t stand up from his chair, as he only gulps. “Ok you…” He finally manages to reply with a cracked voice before clearing his throat and shakes his head to snap him away from any sexual fantasies “…you convinced me.”

All the mares share a laugh at his antics as Milky kisses his check affectionately. “I knew you would like the idea.”

“So, how do we start a herd exactly? Is there a ritual or rules I should know? Things I can and can’t do?” He questions the 3 now more than interested in the subject.

Milky simply shrugs. “It depends on whom you ask, every herd does things differently, hunting in bars, inviting close friends, organizing dates between the stallion, the alpha mare and the potential candidate, the list goes on.”

“I see, that helps a little, but the question would be what could work for us?”

“May I recommend something?!” Cadence quickly voiced her opinion with barely any excitement.

“Sure Cadence, what would you suggest?” Milky looks at her with expectation wanting to hear her input on the matter.

“Since both of you are new to the concept of herding, why not maintain things casual and take away all the pressure? Start by developing beneficial friendships.” She explains entering into an educational mode. “Just go out there, have dates, have some fun, test the water. Then when you find mares that would like to take things more seriously, introduce them to the other, and if she likes it, add her to the herd.”

“So basically we both go seek potential candidates and make friendships with benefits?” Milky summarizes holding her chin, considering the option. “I kind of like the idea, what do you say dear? Do we give it a try?” She look at Mark who was also considering the suggestion.

“Hmm it’s promising yeah, I would only add one thing.”

“Which is?”

“That we keep each other posted of new friends or candidates.” He replied, looking at Milky. “I want to hear that you are happy and hear the story of how you met, will that be ok with you honey?” She returns the smile with one of her own and nods. “There is no problem with me whatsoever.” Her eyes suddenly turn sultry. “Just don’t spare details.” She tells him with a wink, giving him an idea of what she was referring to.

“O-Ok” Mark stutters and takes another sip of his coffee “It’s decided then, thanks for the help Cadence.”

“It was my pleasure Mark, nothing makes me happier than helping couples find and extend their love nest.” She flashes him a warm smile in satisfaction.

“And if you like we can help you too.” Twilight eagerly adds. “We can help you practice how to relax on dates and…maybe if wanted, set a couple of blind ones?” She mumbles the last one making the couple roll their eyes.

“Well I appreciate the offer but I don’t think…”

“…I would consider it Marky” Milky interrupted her with a smirk “Remember how it took you sometime relaxing for our first date?”

“Ah…ok point taken.”

“And besides they are your friends AND the princesses of love and friendship! If they believe they know of a mare that could be good for us, I trust them.” She looks at him making no attempt to hide her eagerness. “What do you say? It could be fun.”

Mark thinks it over before finally relenting and nods. “Ah what the heck, you are right, let's be daring!” He then brings her into a kiss as Cadence and Twilight cheer.

“Thank you so much! You two, I promise you will not regret it! You are gonna love these mares!” Cadence and Twilight then take out their scrolls and start making calls until Mark interrupts them “Let start them a week from now ok? Let us prepare mentally first”

“Right.” They say simultaneously with deep blushing faces taking their phones away.