The Shy One

I woke up to the sun shining down on my face and a beautiful smell coming from the kitchen. I got up from the couch and went towards the aroma.

"Well, good morning, sleepy head!"As Fluttershy looked at me and smiled.

"Good morning, Flutters; how are you this morning?"

"I am doing great; I made you some muffins and tea for breakfast!"

"Thank you, that's very kind of you." I ate a few muffins off the table. "I should head to Sugar Cube Corner soon to start with Pinkie," I said.

"Yes, that sounds like a good idea. I'm sure you'll have a great first day!" Flutters said.

"I never asked you, but do you have a regular job or do your own thing?" I asked curiously.

"Well, um, not precisely, you see, I don't have a job per se; I usually help my friends. I also help with the local critters here in Ponyville."

"That's sweet of you to help the critters," I say.

"Oh yes, I love critters! "I love all the bunnies, birdies, oh they are all so wonderful! I've always had a connection with them since I was a filly, and It's helped me become a better pony."

"That's great, Flutters.!" I said with a smile.

"I should get going," finishing up my muffins & tea.

"Oh yes, you don't want to be late for your first day! Here are some extra muffins in case you get hungry later," she hands me a small pouch.

As Flutters gives the pouch, she approaches me and puts it around my neck. I could smell that fantastic aroma she was putting off, driving me crazy. I've never smelled something so substantial before. I blush a little as she steps away.

"Thanks, Flutters. I appreciate it a lot." "You're welcome, Blue Bolt," as she blushes a bit.

"Have a great first day at work; I'll be here when you return," she says, smirkingly.

I smiled at her, gathered my bags, and headed out the door.

I head into Ponyville to Sugar Cube Corner, where Pinkie Pie awaits me outside the shop.

"Good Morning, Blue, Bolt, are you ready to start the day!?"

"Good morning, Pinkie! I'm eager to get started!"

"Then, let's not waste any time!" She opens the door for us both, and we walk inside behind the counter.

"You will mostly be working behind the counter, helping ponies, selling our treats, and answering their questions! You leave the baking to me and my parents!"

"Sounds great, Pinkie, easy enough!"

"Great, I'll have you shadow me for a bit, and then I'll let you work the counter yourself!"

A few hours pass, and I'm now working the counter myself and helping a few ponies. "So, Blue Bolt, I wanted to ask how it went with Fluttershy last night?" Pinkie asked curiously.

"She is super sweet; she made me food and gave me a place to sleep. I'm very thankful."

"Hm, is that all you think of her?"

"Uh, well, what do you mean?"

"What I mean is, do you like her!?"

"Well, I mean, she's great, but, okay, okay, yes, I like her."

"I knew it! and I think she likes you too!"

"What makes you say that Pinkie?" I asked curiously.

"She never invites other ponies over; she must trust you enough. Secondly, word travels fast here in Ponyville; you must get used to that! Word on the street is that Fluttershy has a crush on the new pony!"

I blush a bit. “That fast, huh?”

"Oh yeah, Blue Bolt, there's no escaping it!"

"I don't understand why she suddenly has an interest in me of all ponies if she's so shy and private. She's lived here all her life, and I've only been here a day, and she likes me?"

"Well, I guess that’s something you’re just going to have to ask her yourself, Blue Bolt!" "Speaking of which, it's quitting time! Good work today," as she throws me a pouch of bits.

"Thanks, Pinkie. I'm going to head back to Flutter's cottage." I gather my belongings with new bits in hoof and make my way out the door