My Little Pony: Equestrian Life In another World

It had been about a month since Hearth’s Warming Eve had passed, and already everyone is at work with the new year and new opportunities. However, all focus was now going to be on Manehattan. And right of as this moment, the Mane 6 were walking down the street called…

“Welcome, to Saddle Row.” Said Rarity.

Rarity wanted to take this opportunity to check on the building she rented to run her business, Rarity 4 U, which is catchy. But the girls didn’t like the idea of her going off on her own, especially since she’s carrying a baby, as well as Applejack. And Fluttershy, which she happens to be a month pregnant.

Thankfully, the three husbands, the fiancé and boyfriend, aka, the human 5, accompanied them to make sure that the pregnant ones were okay and the other arrived for extra help just in case.

“An entire street lined with the most fashionable boutiques in all of Equestria.” Said Rarity.

“Next to the ones in Ponyville, and in Canterlot.” Said Silver whilst holding onto Rarity’s arm.

“If it’s supposed to be the most fashionable block of shops,” said Applejack in confusion, “Where’s Stinky Bottom’s Discount Hat Emporium?”

“Wait, they actually have a store for that?” asked Bucky.

“I suppose it didn’t, make the cut.” Said Rarity whilst straining herself, surprising Applejack a little.

“Or maybe it had something to do with the name of the store.” Said Silver.

“Meaning?” said Applejack whilst raising a brow.

“He mean’s the pony’s name.” said Bolt, “I mean come on, a pony with that kind of name, other folks would think he literally has a stinky bottom.”

This caused Rainbow to chuckle at that, and Applejack glaring at them.

“You know, he may have a point.” Said Beau, “I remember this onetime when there was a show that talked about historical figures, but in a cartoony way.”

“Which historical figure?” asked Twilight.

“About a guy that was famous for inventing a sandwich.” Said Beau, “But when they helped him invent it, he gave the stupidest name ever.”

“Oh yeah, I remember that.” Said Bucky as the rest of the humans also know what he was talking about.

“What did he call it?” asked Pinkie Pie.

“Stinky pile of poo.” Said the humans.

This caused the Mane 6 to look at their husbands in shock and disgust.

“Why in Equestria would he give it such a disgusting name?!” exclaimed Rarity.

“Apparently he named it after his mother because it was her maiden name.” said Genus whilst rolling his eyes.

This again, shocked the ponies.

“Er, okay.” Said a slowly disturbed Applejack, “Ah can see what y’all mean.”

Rarity then gasped as she saw the building.

“Here it is!! Rarity 4 U!!” exclaimed Rarity as all of them stood next to the building.

However, as they entered the building, though it looked nice, it was very dusty on the inside.

“That can’t be right.” Said Silver.

“Whatever do you mean, darling?” asked Rarity.

“I hired a cleaning service to clean up the place before we got here.” Said Silver, “They didn’t show up at all.”

This surprised Rarity as well. “Hmm, that is strange.”

“Rarity, it’s lovely.” Said Twilight, “But are you sure you’ll be ready to open tonight?”

“Yeah, I mean shouldn’t you have cleaned the place, organize it, have all your latest trends ready, and have them all ready for opening day before we got here?” said Beau.

Pinkie then suddenly sniffed a pile of dust, causing it to go into her nose. She then let out a large sneeze, causing the dust to fly around and covering everyone around them.

“Least she didn’t spray it.” Said Bolt in a deadpanned tone.

“No need to fret over a mere moderate amount of preparation.” Reassured Rarity before she handed cleaning supplies to them. “My clothes arrive soon, my sale associate after that, and with a little…dusting, we’ll be ready for the grand opening tonight. Don’t you think, Silver.”

However, she noticed that her husband was silent and didn’t say anything.

“Silver?” asked Rarity.

Everyone turned to the entrance and they see Silver sitting near the window, as in deep in though. He imagined himself wearing a detective outfit, everything black and white, as well as rain from outside.

“The city, known as Manehattan, one of the largest most successful cities in Equestria, besides Canterlot.” Said Silver, “The citizens walk by trying to live their daily lives like they are the drones of the city, controlled by the higher seats of power, running the numbers and running the rackets to keep a city this big afloat, slowly bleeding dry the citizens of their hard-working earnings.”

“In this city, my wife and her friends arrived in this large city, where she would do the one thing like many others before her strive to do…to make dreams come true. Though in a city like this, there is always a slim chance. Though in a place like this…nothing, is slim.”

“Uh, what are you doing?”

Silver snapped out of it and turned to the others. The humans and Mane 5 looked at Silver with extremely confused looks, whilst Rarity, for some reason, had stars in her eyes when she heard him talk like that.

“Oh, sorry.” Chuckled Silver sheepishly, “Kinda got lost in the moment.”

“More than a moment.” said Beau.

“Darling, that was amazing.” Said Rarity with stars in her eyes. “Where ever did you read something like that?”

“Er…well…”

Silver looked a bit uncomfortable. But He was able to take a breath and tell the truth.

“Being out in the big city reminds me of my old home and my old family…before they passed.”

Some couldn’t help but sympathize whilst he looked outside, “We even watched a lot of old detective stories together, and I wanted to be a writer. I did write a few things. But…I gave up on it. Didn’t feel like writing anything…without them by my side.”

“Huh, surprisingly I wanted to write too,” said Beau, “But things didn’t work out for me.”

Rarity approached her husband and held him close.

“I am terribly sorry, Silver.” Said Rarity, “But I’m sure they wouldn’t want you to give up on what you would want to do.”

“Yeah, I know.” Said Silver whilst looking out the window. But another thought had run through his mind, something that he didn’t want to talk or think about. But…

That’s when they were interrupted when the doors were opened.

From the door, revealed to be two Earth Ponies. One of them being a young girl with braces. She looked a bit weird, but none of them were going to complain.

“Rarity!!” said the older pony, “So good to see you!! Your store, it’s going to be a very good place, I think.”

Some of them humans were confused of this pony.

“Who the heck is that guy?” whispered Beau.

“That’s Mr. Plaid.” Whispered Twilight, “He’s the landlord of this building. From what Rarity told me, he may be nice, but he’s also very pushy.”

The said pony and the younger one walked over to Rarity.

“You’ve met my daughter, the apple of my ear, the hay in my hoof?” said Mr. Plaid, “You will let her work with you.”

Rarity and Silver flexed an eyebrow on that, which was a little surprising, which caused Rarity to giggled nervously at that. “It’s just…I’m dreadfully busy preparing for tonight’s grand opening, as you can see.”

“She’s right,” said Silver as he looked over the list he and Rarity put together, “The cleaners need to clean the place, which I don’t know where they are, the materials needs to be placed, the displays need to be prepared, and we have to get them ready because the advertisements got it wrong with the date.”

“There are only two things I love more than being pushy…” said Mr. Plaid…

“Aside from dressing up in a track suit that’s been out of style for thirty years?” Silver blabbed with a flexed eyebrow.

This caused Rarity to tense up, Mr. Plaid glared at him, whilst his daughter stifled her laughter when she heard him say that remark.

“Stay out of this, monkey boy.” Remarked Mr. Plaid.

“Whatever.” Said Silver whilst rolling his eyes.

“Ahem,” said Mr. Plaid as he continued, “One is my daughter. The other is miniature doll furniture. And I would sell my entire mini-furniture collection to make my daughter happy. You understand?”

This caused the said girl to bounce her eyebrows, eager to show her part in working here.

Rarity removed Mr. Stripe’s arm and said, “I’m sorry, I just don’t think it’s going to be possible.”

“She’s right,” said Silver, “Besides, she’s too young and from the looks of it, doesn’t have any experiences.”

“Let me say another way,” said Mr. Plaid, before he whispered, “Hire her, or I raise rent until you no can afford!”

This surprised Silver, causing him to shove Mr. Plaid away.

“Excuse me, are you threatening her?” said Silver.

“Eh, what you want, monkey boy?” said Mr. Plaid.

Silver rolled his eyes at that comment, and said, “You’re threatening to raise rent on one of the biggest fashion designers in Equestria, especially since she has a baby on the way?”

This surprised Plaid Stripes as she had no idea. Her dad on the other hand…

“Pff, who cares,” said Mr. Plaid, “Baby probably a hideous abomination anyway.”

This caused Rarity to gasp at that. Silver on the other hand, silently gripped his hand and crushed his pen behind his back in anger.

“First idea!” said Plaid Stripes, “Instead of clothes, we sell glow in the dark teeth!!”

“Um,” whispered Silver, “You do realize that glowing teeth aren’t fashionable, right? And this a store to sell clothes, not funny dentures?”

This caused her to blush at that, “Whoops.”

Silver on the other hand looked at Mr. Plaid leaving, and began to be suspicious about him. He watched him leave the store. Silver walked to the door and watched him leave. Suddenly, he once again imagined himself wearing a detective outfit, with everything turning black and white, as well as rain from outside.

“Mr. Plaid seemed very eager to have his daughter work here, despite having no experience working in a place like this.” Said Silver to himself, “Plus Rarity claims through paper that Mr. Stripes is the owner, yet from what I’ve heard, nopony in Manehattan knew a Mr. Stripes. He is hiding something. From what Rarity told me, the advertisement wanted us to open it here today, despite the cleaners haven’t cleaned it yet, and the fashion is running late for some reason.”

“He is hiding something. And by Jove, I was going to find out.”

“Wow.”

Silver got out of his thought and looked back. Once more everyone was looking at him oddly, with Rarity being entranced again. However, Plaid Stripes was also enamored the way he was telling it.

“That’s amazing.” Said Plaid Stripes.

Silver deadpanned and said, “I did it again, didn’t I?”

“Yes.” Said all the humans in the room at the same time.

Silver shook his head and opened the door.

“Darling, where are you going?” asked Rarity.

“I’m going out to see why the cleaners didn’t show up.” Said Silver, “They should have the answer.”

“Oh, alright then,” said Rarity, “But don’t take too long, darling.”

“Don’t worry Rarity,” said Bucky, “We’re keeping you company whilst trying to fix this place up at the same time, so you’ve got nothing to be worried about.”

“And we’ll try our best to clean the place up whilst we’re here.” Said Applejack.

“See you guys in a bit.” Said Silver as he walked out of the store. But as he walked, he said, “Note to self, keep my detective mode in my thoughts.”

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Silver, who decided to wear a disguise like an actual detective, walked down the streets, trying to blend in with the crowd. Thankfully no one noticed him.

‘The streets of Manehattan were always busy. Civilians walking by from one destination to another, trying to live life as best they can. Me on the other hand, I try to find the location of the cleaners. Finding clues on why they did not do what they were paid.’

Silver stopped near a place called, ‘Manehattan cleaners’, the place where he was looking for.

‘Manehattan cleaners,’ thought Silver, “The one and only place that involves everything. From cleaning homes, empty business buildings, and buildings that have been recently bought. And they’re also wizards at doing laundry.”

Squinting his eyes in determination, Silver walked inside. Once he does, he sees the cleaners doing their work and organizing the equipment. That was, until one of the ponies, Shine Polish, noticed Silver walking in, then walked over to him.

“Can I help you?” asked the Pony.

“I was hoping to speak with the manager,” said Silver, “Related to my wife’s business, Rarity 4 U.”

“Oh, you must be Silver.” Said Shine Polish, “Right this way.”

Shine Polish led Silver inside to the manager’s office, known as Ace Packaging, the pony in charge of the cleaning supplies. He looked up and sees Silver walk in. He flexed his left brow, but the moment he removed his hat…

“Oh, you must be the human I’ve heard so much about.” Said Ace Packaging surprised. “What can I do for you?”

Silver sat down on his chair and asked, “I came by personally because I was curious of a few things.”

“And what might that be?” inquired Ace Packaging.

“A month ago, I had sent payments to this very establishment to help clean the residence of a new business that would be open for business soon. Rarity 4 U, if the name has made its way to the advertisements.”

“Ah yes, we have heard of that.” Said Ace Packaging. “Yes, we did receive the payments you have sent, according to our records. However, from a week ago, a pony came by and claimed that Mrs. Rarity told him that she canceled the order, but told us too keep the payments. Naturally, we didn’t want to stop without any proof, until he claimed you sent a document.”

“May I see it?” asked Silver.

Ace Packaging pulled out a document and showed Silver the document. He looked it over, and noticed that the writing was not of Silver, but of Rarity’s. And she never sent out any document. He pondered for a moment.

“Can I also see the document I sent you for the cleaning job?” asked Silver.

Ace Packaging gave Silver the document. That’s when Silver noticed.

‘That’s when I saw it,’ thought Silver, ‘The writing itself matched Rarity’s. I remembered she told me and I saw her write a letter to the owner of the building, wishing to purchase it after going through certain buildings. That’s when she received a letter back. When I made a request for the cleaners, this pony must’ve tried to stop them, thinking that Rarity had hired the cleaners. Except neither this pony, or Rarity knew I hired them. Whoever sent the letter, thought he’d stop Rarity. But who would do such a thing?’

“May I ask who was the pony who told you this?” asked Silver.

“It was an Earth Pony, with a purple mane and beard. And appeared to have a track suit of sorts.” Recalled Ace Packaging.

That’s when it clicked to Silver, and said, “That looked like it was out of style for thirty years?”

“Yes, that is correct.” Said Ace Packaging.

‘It was then I realized who the true culprit was. Mr. Plaid.’ Thought Silver with steely eyed determination, ‘But why would he deny the cleaners cleaning up the place? He seemed eager for Rarity to hire his daughter, and threatened to raise the rent. So, there must be more than there must be going on.’

Silver stood up and said, “I think the said pony forged this document.”

“What makes you say that?” asked Ace Packaging.

“Well for one,” said Silver, “As you know, I hired you to clean the place in order for the business to get ready. However, Rarity doesn’t know that I hired you. I only recently told her when we arrived. And this pony claimed that she said that I cancelled it by letter, despite I never told her anything.”

This surprised Ace Packaging and wondered, “Come to think of it, I did find it strange.”

“Well, seeing that it was still paid, mind if you cleaned the place anyway?” asked Silver.

“Of course,” said Ace Packaging, “Sorry for the inconvenience, we’ll do it right away.”

Silver walked out of the store whilst Ace Packaging and his crew quickly went over to clean the place.

“So, Mr. Plaid was the one who stopped the cleaning,” thought Silver, “But why would he do that? More questions that need answering. There’s only one place to get that kind of information.”

Silver looked up and squinted his eyes, knowing where to go to.

“City hall.”

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Silver made his way towards city hall, hoping to speak to the mayor, if he has any answers.

‘City hall,” thought Silver, “The heart and soul of Manehattan itself, where leadership among this place questions and answers everything in this city, whether for good, for business, or foul intent. One thing’s for sure, if anyone is to have any records of the building we plan to open Rarity’s store…then the mayor, should have all the answers.’

Silver walked towards the building and through the doors of City Hall. When he looked around, he saw there were many ponies moving to and fro, trying to do their jobs left and right. He saw a Unicorn secretary up ahead and walked towards her. Once he was close enough, the secretary noticed Silver.

“Oh, hello there.” Said the secretary, “Welcome to Manehattan city hall. My name is Mystic Featherwind, what’s yours?”

“Greetings,” said Silver, “My name is Silver, I’m Rarity’s husband from Ponyville.”

“Oh, the designer from Ponyville who recently opened her business in Equestria’s capitol?” asked the secretary.

“That’s right,” said Silver, “We’re planning to open a business here in Manehattan, and we’ve eyed on the building at fashion row for some time, but we’ve hit a bit of a snag, so I was hoping with your help, we’d be able to purchase it.”

“Really?!” said the secretary in excitement. Clearly she was a fan of Rarity’s work. Then she calmed down, cleared her throat, and said, “Unfortunately if you wish to meet with the mayor, I’m afraid he is out attending a meeting.”

“Aw, nuts.” Said Silver.

“However,” said Featherwing, “Seeing that I have some free time, I can help.”

“And what do you wish in return?” asked Silver.

“That I would like to gain access to Rarity’s line,” said Featherwind, “I simply adore her work.”

“Well in that case.” Said Silver as he handed her a pass, “We already handed out a few, but I kept some close to me for just in case.”

“Thank you so much.” Said Mystic Featherwing before accepting it. “Now then, follow me, I’ll take you to the records room. I know which street that building resides.”

The two of them went to the records room and went to the one where the specific street has many buildings. Just what they’re looking for.

“The records room, home to records dating back to when the city itself had been in a system. If there’s any hope of obtaining Rarity 4 U, it would be here.”

“Here it is.” Said Mystic Featherwind as she took out a document. “This is the very deed to the building you’ve been looking for. Owned by the former owner of the now abandoned formal wear building, Kingsman Formal.”

This perked Silver.

“Wait, what?” said Silver, “Isn’t the current owner Mr. Plaid?”

“Not really.” Said Featherwind, “That building had been owned by him until it closed down last year, then he put it in auction for most of that time. We received word it had already been acquired, but the payment hasn’t arrived yet.”

“And it was from that moment I knew…I struck gold.”

“But isn’t the owner Mr. Stripes?” asked Silver.

“No, that’s not the stallion’s name.” said Featherwind, then looked at him in curiosity. “Why do you ask?”

Silver explained everything to what he discovered. Mystic Featherwind was speechless over what he revealed.

“A con pony?” said Featherwind.

“That’s my first guess.” Said Silver.

“Maybe there’s a connection, a reason why he wants to keep other ponies from buying the building.” Said Mystic Featherwind.

“But for what purpose?” Pondered Silver. He looked at the pony and asked, “Do you happen to have the address of this said pony, or if he’s still living in the city?”

“That I do.” Said Featherwind, “Follow me, I’ll bring you straight to the next room.”

The two of them walked together towards the next room, hoping to find the pony he’s looking for.

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On a random door from out of nowhere, Silver stood near the door and knocked on it. The door opened, revealing a pony in his late forties, which was the pony in question.

“Excuse me, are you Kingsman Formal?” asked Silver.

“That’s right.” Said the said pony.

“I am here on business of a building of yours down at Saddle Row.” Said Silver.

“Oh, that building.” Said the pony whilst rolling his eyes. “Why is it you want it?”

“My wife is planning to open a business there,” said Silver, “But a pony named Mr. Stripes, wants to take it away from…”

“Stripes?!!” exclaimed the said pony. Making him growl. He looked left and right and invited him in, allowing them to go inside. “I know who you’re talking about.”

“You do?” asked a confused Silver.

“That I do.” Said the pony, “Long ago, Plaid and I were once business partners. But he wanted to turn the building that I bought into a gambling club, which had been illegal for a hundred years. Naturally I closed it down a year ago, and he’s been trying to buy it for a long time. But without the deed and the approval of city hall, he can’t buy it. And he’s been turning away anyone who wishes to buy the building, and make up a fake story that he’s the owner. He even used his own daughter to interfere when she has no education in business at all.”

“Of, course.” Said Silver.

“And what about you?” asked Kingsman Formal.

“My wife always wanted to open a business in Manehattan.” Said Silver.

“And her name would be?”

“Rarity.”

“Wait,” said Kingsman Formal shocked, “You’re Rarity’s husband?”

“Yes, I know, I’m an ape, I get that a lot.” Said Silver. “Anyway, how do you know her?”

“She entered a fashion show a while back, until Suri Polomare stole her designs and tricked Rarity into thinking that she didn’t win the contest.” Said the pony.

“And then she guilt her friends into working for her like slaves and ruined their trip to Manehattan.” Said Silver.

“She did that?!” said Formal in shock.

“She did,” said Silver, “Trust me, they weren’t exactly happy about it either. Though thankfully, her former assistant, Coco Pommel, was brave enough to stand up to her and told the Judges the truth. In the end, Rarity had won the prize. However, shortly after I met her and worked with her, Suri came by and as usual, threw a hissy fit. Thankfully I was able to put a stop to the whole thing before things got out of hand.”

“Good for you.”

“Shortly after that, we got married and we’re expecting a child.”

“Really?” said Kingsman Formal in surprise, “Congratulations to the both of you.”

“Heh, thanks.” Said Silver, “Anyway, seeing that I noticed how Plaid was going to be trouble, I plan to buy the building, but I knew he would somewhat get in the way, so I’d go through city hall, considering they make the deals and everything. But when the secretary told me of you, I realized Plaid must’ve lied of being the owner, so I asked her where you live so that…”

“Say no more.” Said Kingsman Formal as he stood up from his couch, “I’d be more than happy to help. As a matter of fact, I have the deed with me. Right this way.”

The two of them made their way to another room to discuss the rights to own the business.

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Silver walked down the street in his disguise whilst looking at the newly formed deed, thanks to Formal and Featherwing’s help.

‘And so far, I have done it.’ thought Silver, ‘With the deed in my hands, and the payments been made, City Hall has now ensured that Rarity 4 U is protected under the law, and the likes of Plaid will not take his greedy hands on it.’

That’s when he looked up and was surprised to see the guys outside of the shop. Curious, he wondered what was going on.

“Guys?” said Silver, gaining their attention. “What are you guys doing out here?”

Then he saw the uneasy looks on their faces.

“Oh no,” dreaded Silver when he realized something, “Did something happen?”

“You could say that,” said Beau, “The cleaners came and they were able to clean up the place, thank goodness. But then we got one problem after the other.”

“Alright, start from the beginning.” Said Silver.

Beau started first. “After they cleaned up the place, they heard music from upstairs, which was from DJ-PON3.”

“Wait, Vinyl Scratch?” said Silver surprised, remembering the mare through one of Rarity’s clients, Octavia Melody. “Why the heck was she there?”

“Turns out she hired the room to play her music for a party to practice for one of her gigs tonight.” Said Beau.

Then came Bucky. “Plaid Strips constantly keeps coming up with one idiotic thing after another, no matter how many times Rarity tries to tell her no, and her father’s still persistent.”

Then began Genus. “Rarity also found a family or Racoons resting inside the shop, and wants Fluttershy to have them removed from the building. But as you can imagine, Fluttershy said no. And I agree with her, I mean the city isn’t exactly a good place for them to live in.”

Then Bolt. “Then a pony named Coco Pommel said that she couldn’t help Rarity managed the shop because she’s fallen ill. Rainbow and I are having a hard time trying to figure out who would have enough experience to help her out.”

“Oh, no.” groaned Silver, “I knew I should’ve stayed around.”

“There’s nothing you could’ve done,” said Beau, “But we’ll need to think things through.”

They walked inside, until Silver saw Plaid Stripes walk outside and stood outside, sighing.

“Plaid Stripes, right?”

This perked the pony in question, making her look, and sees Silver.

“Oh, hello Mr. Silver.” Said a depressed Plaid.

“Something wrong?” said Silver. “I thought you were going to help in the shop.”

“I did, but my ideas are terrible.” Said Plaid.

“But if I might ask, why would you suggest something like that in the first place?” asked Silver.

“It’s just that….” Said Plaid, before groaning and said aloud, “I only did it so that my father can see I don’t like working there!!”

This perked Silver’s attention, then he stood on one knee and looked at her directly, “Go on.”

“Going to a business like this, it’s my father’s idea.” Said Plaid, “I never wanted to work in a place like this. I, I don’t even know anything about running a business!! I thought if I showed him, he’d stop this silly idea.”

“Like running a gambling club?” asked Silver.

“Gambling?” said a confused Plaid.

‘And that’s when it caught my attention. Mr. Plaid was using his own daughter just to drive Rarity away and so that he could buy this place cheap. Well maybe it’s time to tell her the full detail.’

“Well, I hate to tell you this, but your dad doesn’t own this building.” Said Silver.

“He doesn’t?” said a confused Plaid Stripes.

“No, his partner, Kingsman Formal does.” Said Silver, “He owns the building and has the deed to prove it. His partner wanted to turn it into a gambling club, but he told your dad that it’s illegal, and didn’t want to get in trouble. But your dad’s not listening. So, he closed down the business, and your dad’s been driving every pony away to keep them from buying the building.”

This shocked Plaid Stripes, and said, “No wonder my dad’s been constantly chasing ponies away!! I thought he chased them because he didn’t like them!!”

Silver thought about this, then came up with a solution, then smirked and said, “I’ve got an idea, but I’m gonna need your help.”

“My help?” asked Plaid Stripes.

“Yeah, if you do, I’ll see if I can help you out in achieving what you’ve been wanting in your life.” Promised Silver.

This got Plaid Stripes excited and said, “Alright, you got yourself a deal.”

Silver shook her hand, allowing the two of them walk inside. There, Silver bumps into Beau.

“What’s going on?” asked Silver.

“We helped out wives come up with a perfect solution to set up this place,” said Beau, “But we’re also gonna need your help on this one.”

“I’ll do what I can, until then…” said Silver, “I’ve got a mystery to solve.”

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It took a lot of effort, but everything was in place. Though Silver didn’t approve of them locking Rarity inside the room just to adjust something so minor, he was thankful of them sorting things out.

Pinkie Pie was able to convince Vinyl Scratch to play at Rarity’s opening, Rainbow convinced three ponies, especially Blue Bobbin, he should consider hiring her in the future, and a few other ponies to help everypony pick the right dress. Fluttershy convinced Smokey Jr. and his family to dress up and help deliver fresh water. He had to admit, they looked kind of adorable in formal wear. And Plaid Stripes brought spoon clothing. Huh, three different spoons, that was actually pretty good.

Opening night had arrived and everyone was hard at work. One of the ponies declared this the perfect business, that’s when Silver noticed Mr. Stripes walk in.

‘Showtime.’ Thought Silver as he smirked.

“What is going on here?!”

Everyone turned to the door, and was surprised to see Mr. Plaid.

“Why, Mr. Plaid, so glad you could join us.” Said Rarity, “As you can see, Rarity 4 U is a complete success.”

“I do not care,” said Mr. Plaid, “You deny my daughter a job, therefore, you’re not welcome here. So clear everything out and never come back!!”

“I don’t think so.”

Everyone turned and saw Silver coming in.

“What do you want?” said Mr. Plaid. “All of you are trespassing my building!!”

“Technically, it’s not your building anymore.” Said Silver.

“And what makes you say that?” said Mr. Plaid.

“Because I bought it.” Said Silver smugly.

“What?!” exclaimed Mr. Plaid, whilst the others were just as surprised by this. But none were more surprised than Rarity.

“It’s like this,” said Silver, “A month before Hearth’s Warming Eve arrived and Rarity was busy with an order, Princess Celestia herself reached out to me and asked that I designed and prepared gala outfits for not just her, but also for Princess Luna and half the nobles of Canterlot, who were preparing their famous Hearth’s Warming Gala for the delegates visiting from other towns and cities. And thanks to the large payments, which not only I was able to set aside for our daughter…”

Silver then went over to Mr. Stripes’ face with a smirk.

“But I also had enough to buy this very building, therefore I own it.”

This caused many to be surprised.

“What?!” said Mr. Stripes, “That’s impossible, I wouldn’t allow it!!”

“Figured you’d say that,” said Silver, “I went over to the Mayor of Manehattan and with his secretary’s help, along with the city council, and they approved the building, considering it is their city after all.”

Silver took a few steps back and crossed his arms.

“And I also found out something…very interesting.” Said Silver, “For one thing, you were never the owner of this building, or a businessman at all. You’re just a random pony, pretending to be the owner. Which kind of makes sense, because I remember distinctly that I hired cleaners to clean up the place because it was a pigsty, but somehow they couldn’t because you chased them away.”

This caused everyone to gasp at the revelation.

“With their help, I was able to track down the real owner.” Said Silver, “And thanks to his help, he was more than happy to sell it to me, as well as signing it over.”

Silver then showed them the deed, “And I have the deed to prove it. And before you plan anything, I already had copies made and be given to the mayor, the council, as well as the lawyers and Equestrian Government, so that they’d make sure that this isn’t fraud.”

As Mr. Stripes was nervous, Silver placed the document away and smirked.

“However, the original owner has heard of you.” Said Silver, “You were nothing more than a con pony, who had been trying to buy the building, illegally in fact, and try to turn it into a secret gambling club, which I need to remind you, that gambling has been illegal in Manehattan for a hundred years.”

This caused half of the occupants to gasp at the revelation, but not as shocked as the Mane 6 were.

“And by the way, you opening a gambling club, doesn’t make any sense.” Said Silver.

“Why is that?” asked Stripes.

“Well for one thing, this building can’t house something like this.” Said Silver, “Gambling houses not only need gambling tables, they also need bathrooms, they also need bars, they also need kitchens, they also need to serve food and beverages, and having all of that housing in this store, would all collapse upon opening day. And also, thanks to your daughter…”

Stripes was shocked as he looked at Plaid Stripes, who smirked from the sides.

“I delivered everything to the Manehattan police, revealing all of your illegal scamming that you have been doing since Plaid here was about ten years old.” Said Silver, “You no longer have a leg to stand on.”

He walked over to him and glared deep into the pony’s eyes.

“And I haven’t forgotten what you said about my daughter.” Said Silver. “Normally, if it were directed to me, I would’ve let that slide. But going after my wife and daughter.”

Silver then moved a bit back, and suddenly, with great strength, Silver punched Mr. Stripes so hard, he was literally flown out of the building and landed on the other side of the street. The said latter was unconscious on the ground with his eyes spinning. At the same time, the Manehattan police arrested Mr. Stripes and took him away. Everyone watched in shock, then turned to Silver as he dusted his hands.

“What?” said Silver, “I don’t like it when people insult or threaten my wife or unborn child.”

Silver held Rarity close, to which the latter couldn’t help but blush.

“Excuse me,” said a pony known as Waxton coming over, “But did you say that you are Rarity’s husband, correct?”

“Yes?” said Silver before raising a brow.

He looked at him for a few minutes, before chuckling casually.

“Rarity, why didn’t you tell us you’ve gotten quite a catch here?”

This surprised Rarity, but confused Silver and the rest.

“Your husband here stood his ground against a con artist, revealed his illegal scams, bought the building from the real owner, protected your unborn foal, and solved an unsolved mystery. You must be so proud to have somepony like him by your side.”

Rarity ended up looking at Silver with Bedroom eyes.

“Yes,” said Rarity before delivering a kiss to her husband, “Yes I have.”

Silver couldn’t help but smile and look at Plaid Stripes.

“As for you,” said Silver before walking over to said girl, “I heard you also want to work at business, just not under your father’s shadow.”

Plaid Stripes nodded to that.

“Well, as it turns out, thanks to a few connections, I was able to get in contact with a school that teaches everything about business. They’d be more than happy to accept a fresh young mind into the business.”

Silver looked at her face to face.

“Now I won’t lie, it will be difficult,” said Silver, “But if you give it your all at a hundred percent, no doubt you’ll be knowing your ways inside and out in no time. Think you can handle it?”

“I sure do.” Said Plaid Stripes before shaking Silver’s hand.

“Excuse me there.”

Silver, the humans and the Mane 6 turned to the door and saw a reporter walking in.

“My name is Buried Lede.” Said the stallion.

“Ah, of the Manehattan Press.” Said Silver before shaking his hand.

“You know me?” asked the reporter with a flex eyebrow.

“Read about your works from time to time.” Said Silver, “You’re really spot on. So, what can we do for you?”

“I’ve come here to report on this amazing place and how it came to be,” said Buried Lede, “As well as the human who solved the mystery of a con pony who attempted to scam you into giving up the place.”

“We’d be more than happy to.” Said Rarity.

“We’ll be honest in any way we can.” Said Silver.

“Very well, follow me.” Said the reporter as everyone followed.

Silver stopped and said, “Why don’t you girls go on ahead, I’ll keep an eye on things for a while. In case any of you girls are done, just call me.”

“Will do darling,” said Rarity before kissing Silver, “And thank you.”

Silver watched as she and the girls left to get interviewed. The guys stayed behind to help out a bit, with Beau walking over to Silver.

“You should be proud of what you did today.” Said Beau.

“I am.” Said Silver, “I’m just glad I was able to help Rarity in any way I can.”

“And any help you give, is a sign of a job well done.”

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Two weeks later, Silver had just finished making breakfast for Rarity. As she chewed onto her pancakes, Silver heard the sound of a doorbell. He walked over and opened the door. To his surprise, it was none other than Featherweight.

“Paper delivery straight from Manehattan.” Said Featherweight.

“Oh, hey Featherweight.” said Silver before paying him and received the paper, until he blinked and realized something. “Wait, didn’t you get fired because of a mishap with Cranky Doodle’s wedding invitation?”

“They demoted me actually,” said Featherweight, “But I’m glad to be delivering papers instead. I mean it’s a great way to go from door to door, and I get some exercise and bits out of it.”

“Yeah, that’s a better option.” Said Silver. “Thanks again, Featherweight.”

“You’re welcome, Silver.” Said Featherweight before walking way.

“Who was that darling?” asked Rarity.

“Oh, that was Featherweight.” Said Silver, “He just brought us a newspaper that was delivered from Manehattan. I think it’s about your shop.”

“It’s here?!” said Rarity in excitement before grabbing the paper and looking it through.

Just as Rarity was about to read the paper, the doors burst opened, gaining Silver’s attention. To his surprise, the rest of her friends were also there too, with the human entourage in tow.

“What the heck happened to you lot?” asked Silver.

“Long story short,” said Bolt, “When they heard about the paper being brought to Rarity, they rushed on over. Turns out they said a bunch of stuff that they would think would cause a ton of problems.”

“It can’t be that bad.” Said Silver. “How about all of you wait whilst I make some tea.”

Silver walked off to the kitchen to prepare them some tea.

One hour later, everyone gathered in a room where Rarity was reading them the paper whilst all of them were having tea.

“In the end,” Rarity read, “Rarity's grand opening was a smashing success! True, it got off to a rocky start, but somehow this rag-tag group of ne'er-do-wells.”

“And he meant all of you.” Said Silver.

“Came together and created the perfect boutique. A vision of Rarity combined with the expertise of her friends! This reporter, for one, is a believer.” Read Rarity. Before looking at the others in worry, “Why didn’t you tell me there were so many problems?”

“We all figured you had enough on your mind.” said Twilight.

“And we didn't want you to think that the opening wasn't perfect.” said Applejack.

Rarity giggled at that before hugging her friends. “Ne'er-do-wells" or not, I know I can always count on all of you. And nothing could be more perfect than that.”

Pinkie then looked at the paper and spotted something.

“Oooh, look.” Said Pinkie Pie, “Silver also made it to the cover of this page and paper.”

“What?” said Rarity surprised before looking at the paper, seeing her husband Silver was at the bottom.

Silver was also surprised by this, but Rarity decided to read it to them.

“But what this reporter also discovered, is that Rarity is married to a human from another dimension, who had done what no pony had ever done. He helped stop one of the biggest con ponies in history. The pony, known as Mr. Plaid, was arrested, and found guilty for fraud and conning other businesses for years, and with the aid of the city, the human, known as Silver, put a stop to his crimes and is now serving twenty years behind bars. This reporter believes that though this pony truly has an eye for fashion, her husband’s keen mind helped uncover one of the city’s biggest mysteries, and will one day solve the biggest one of all; how to be a good father to his child.”

The girls and humans were surprised to hear this, even Silver was speechless by this.

“Whoa,” muttered Silver before sitting down onto the chair. “Who would’ve guessed?”

Rarity cooed whilst hugging Silver.

“Oh, Silver I’m so proud of you.” Said Rarity, “Not only did my friends help me open my new shop at Manehattan, you also saved my shop by exposing Mr. Plaid.”

“When it comes to folks insulting me, I can let that slide.” Said Silver, before grabbing Rarity, making her yelp as she sat on his lap. “But when it comes to ponies who insult my wife and my unborn child…well they’d best hope they can eat through a straw.”

“Or ten, given how you literally knocked the guy out of the shop.” Said Rainbow before laughing.

“But what about his daughter, Plaid Stripes?” asked Bolt.

“I was able to find her mother,” said Silver, “She divorced him when she found out what he did and unknowingly dragged their daughter into this. She’s got an honest job and agreed to send her to a place where she would get the proper education she needs.”

“And thanks to my newly connections, we were able to help with her.” Said Rarity.

“But the best part,” said Genus, “You now own the building. That’s gotta be a great bonus.”

“Oh, most definitely.” Said Silver. “And the racoons were of great help. Although…”

Everyone looked at Silver, wondering what was on his mind. Silver then chuckled and revealed something.

“You gotta admit, the racoons look adorable in tuxes.” Said Silver, causing many of them to laugh.