unknown spaceship
Applejack and Rainbow hugged Apple Bloom Hours passed before the Phantom called over the intercom. "Dinner's ready."

As the girls gathered in the dining hall, Sweetie Belle giggled at their appearance. "Hard first day?" She asked.

"Be glad y'all don't have to change an engine." Applejack groaned as she pointed to the bathroom.

"Don't worry. I placed some clothes in there for you two to change into. Hope they fit." Phantom replied.

Rainbow just groaned in pain as she made a v line for the shower. Sweetie Belle giggled as she looked at Phoenix and Psy. "So? How'd they do?"

"Your sister is a fast learner." Psy praised as she patted Sweetie on the head. "But she still has a lot to learn."

Phoenix nodded in agreement. "I have a feeling they'll be ready for the field soon."

"I bet the farm girl will be ready first." Phantom laughed.

"You're on." Phoenix laughed before sitting with the others. "Once the others come out, we'll eat."

After AJ and RD got out of the shower the table was set and all eyes were on them, making them a bit self-conscious. Applejack was the first to walk over wearing close fitting jeans and a light blue t-shirt, with knee high socks and a pair of boots.

"Looking good." Spy praised.

Rainbow poked her head out of the bathroom sheepishly. "Is… is there something else I can wear?"

"Are the clothes too small?" Phantom asked.

"Well… no." She replied.

"Too big?" Apple Bloom guessed.

"No…"

"Do you want to quit?" Phoenix asked without looking, as he took a sip from his coffee.

"What? How is what I'm wearing supposed to be related to my training?" She snapped before quickly covering her mouth in realization at what she said.

Phantom placed a hand on Apple Bloom's shoulder as Spy did the same with Applejack to keep them from interrupting. Phoenix took a deep breath and got up before walking to the bathroom and ushered her inside.

Once they were alone he looked her over. "We'll see about getting you some clothes at our next stop." He explained. "But if you're going to be a runner. You have to learn to be comfortable in anything. If you don't think you can do that. Then we'll stop now."

Rainbow bit her lip nervously as she considered her options. "Are there any other options?"

"Two. But you might not like them." He replied.

"Why not?"

"One's an escort and the other takes a lot of research and reading." He replied softly.

Rainbow gulped and looked at the silky evening gown. It was hard for her to see herself in such an outfit. However the thought of… that… Being an escort was terrifying. Her reputation would plummet. And even worse was the last option. It was clear that she really didn't have a choice… did she? "Can we compromise somehow?"

Phoenix thought for a moment. Closing his eyes he took a deep breath and sighed. "There is one. But I try to avoid offering it for very good reasons."

"And what are they?" Rainbow asked with a mix of fear and excitement.

Phoenix locked the door before pinning her to the wall eliciting a squeak of shock. "What… what are you doing?" She gasped.

"I'll ask. You answer. Now, how does this make you feel?" He asked, slowly moving closer.

"Uncomfortable." She admitted.

"And what would you do if I told you to stay still as I touch anywhere I want?"

"I… I'd push you away… Obviously."

He stopped inches from her face. "If you're not willing to submit yourself to me. Then you're not ready." He sighed before pulling away.

"What do you mean? You were talking about taking advantage of me."

"If I wanted to take advantage of you. I would have already." He groaned, turning to the door. "I wanted to see if you'd obey my command."

Rainbow thought it over then took a deep breath. "Permission to speak?"

"Granted."

"You asked if I'd let you touch me… what if… another guy did?"

"If they were lucky?... I'd gild them." He replied without hesitation.

Upon hearing that, her wings popped open. "And… what else would I have to do?"

"Other than following my instructions?" He shrugged. "Mostly work hard at your lessons."

Rainbow gulped. "And how would we make it official?"

Phoenix turned to face her. "Are you saying you want to take the training?" He asked slowly, moving closer to her.

Taking a deep breath she nodded. "Yes… I stand still and let you touch me."

Phoenix ran his hand over her side. "Let's see about that. Strip." Rainbow blinked and opened her mouth to protest. "Yes. Being naked is something one does in private. But for you to prove yourself and for us to properly start. This is not a request. It's an order."

Rainbow blushed as she slowly reached up to slowly take off her top before stopping and biting her lip. "How… how do you want me to strip?"

Phoenix shrugged and sat on the toilet. After a moment of thought he smiled. "I can't recall the last time I got a show from a female undressing. But if you want to just take it off and move on. I'm fine with that."

"A show?"

"It's something folks do to entice excitement in someone." He rubbed his chin for a moment. "Normally done with slow and pursifull movement. But… i…" He paused and blinked as Rainbow slowly turned her back to him and slowly undid the strap holding the top in place with one hand as the other held it to her chest.

After a moment she looked over her shoulder. "Is touching allowed?"

"Not on my part… technically." He replied as he wondered what she was doing.

Rainbow turned back to face him and moved to stand between his legs before sliding the bottom half off and placing each leg on either side of him, kicking the dress off with the final leg. "So… is this what you wanted? Or did you want to see more?" She asked letting the top fall free from her hold before undoing the bottom strap and tossing it onto the sink as she pressed against him.

"This will suffice." He said placing his hands on her sides and slowly running them up to her arms before sliding them to her hands and back. "Firm yet soft. That's good." He then went around her back and slid his fingers along her wings, forcing her to bite her lip to stifle a reaction. "Don't. I want to hear your reaction." He ordered. Making a second pass over her wings. This time receiving a soft moan. As to answer her unspoken question he smiled. "Good. Your wings are healthy. Good blood flow." He then placed his hands on her thys and ran them along the outside to her knee and back around. Stopping before he got halfway up.

"Why did you stop?" She moaned.

"You passed. And I got the information I needed."

"But… What about my tail or breasts? I said you can touch me anywhere."

"And I did." He replied, resting his hands on her legs. "I can't get a good read with the bra in the way. And you don't look very comfortable."

"I guess you have a point… what if we moved?"

"Rainbow. If we keep going in your state. You might end up regretting it."

Rainbow let out a huff. "Well if no other male is going to touch me." She mumbled.

"If you find one you want. Then I'll pramit it." Phoenix sighed. "That rule is for your protection."

Rainbow hung her head. "Doesn't matter. Everyone thinks I like girls anyway."

Phoenix thought for a moment and ran his hands up her sides slowly. "From what I saw and felt?... I don't think so."

The two shared a smile as his hands moved around to her back…

Author's Note

Sorry not sorry for the end of the chapter. But it ended up being longer than expected. So deal with it.

Also... "TAKE YOUR BETS! WHAT IS GOING TO HAPPEN? ARE THE OTHERS LISTENING IN? HAVE THEY STAERTED EATING ALREADY? IS HE GOING TO POLOW THAT RAINBOW PUSSY? AM I BEING A COMPLET ASS AND NOTHING WILL HAPPEN? WHAT WILL IT BE?