Breath in Rainbow. Breath out. Breath in.. Breath out. Everything's gonna be okay.....
What if she rejects me? What if she makes fun of me? What if she is straight?
I sighed. I took a deep breath and walked up to Applejack's barn. Well you see....I've been having this teensy crush on AJ for a long time.... OKAY FINE! A HUGE ONE! For 2 years, 7 months and 19 days to be exact. Don't judge. And today....I decided to ask her out which I'm totally a nervous wreck at. I saw AJ carrying a basket of apples on her hips to the barn. I blushed, She looks adorable when she works hard and is wearing flannels.
I cleared my throat, took a deep breath and went inside. She saw me and smiled. She kept the basket of apples on the kitchen counter and washed her hands.
"Hi Dashie. What brings you here?" She asked in her adorable accent. I blushed at the nickname.
"Nothing much. Felt bored so thought of coming here" I said leaning against the kitchen counter while she was getting cider for me. Its like a routine, whenever I come here she gets a cup of cider for me.
"Come on....lets go to my room" She said, grabbing my hand and pulling me upstairs. I chuckled at her childish behavior. We talk, laughed and joked around for a while. Now I guess is a right time to ask her.
"Hey Apples...wanna hangout at Sugarcube Corner anytime?" I asked rubbing the back of my neck.
"Are ya asking me out?" AJ asked teasingly pointing out her index finger at me. Ugh, this girl really needs to stop doing that, it makes me BLUSH!!
"Uh....N-no. I-I m-me-" She cut my stuttering with a kiss on my cheek.
"I was teasing ya Dash. Yes. When are ya planning to?" She asked. I blushed at the kiss.
"Friday will work?" I asked.
"Yea...sure. Bye Dashie. Me go do chores" She said the ending in a baby voice.
I smiled. She smiled back and left.
YES!!!
"Apples accepted Apples accepted Apples accepted" I whisper sang doing a victory dance.
Applejack's POV
OH MY GOSH!! DASH ASKED ME OUT!!
Dash came downstairs after I did. She winked at me and left the barn. I blushed. I looked through the peephole and saw Dash has left. I leaned on the door and squealed dragging myself down.
"Oooooh. Someone's gotta crush" Big Mac teased.
"Who is it?" Applebloom asked excited.
"Rainbow Dash" I said shyly fiddling with my fingers still sitting on the ground.
"I KNEW IT!" Big Mac shouted in victory?
"You owe me 5 bucks strawberry" Mac said doing a victory dance. AB huffed as she went upstairs to get her piggy bank.
"You guys bet on me?" I asked.
" Meh" They said, Mac looking away and AB stopping her way upstairs and looking down at us . I facepalmed and went to complete my chores.
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Dash's POV
OMG! I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO WEAR! SHOULD I WEAR A DRESS OR A SHIRT? WAIT.....WHEN DID I BECOME RARITY?
Wait a second....That's it! I'll ask Rarity!! I took my phone and searched her name in contacts. I called her.
"Hello Darling"
"Hey Rares....um If I ask u a question, will u tease me? "
"Definitely not darling, Ask away"
"Uh....I need a dress code for a date"
"OMG! BE HERE IN 5!" She yelled and ended the call. That's Rarity for ya.
As Dash arrived at Rarity's boutique, she was greeted with a flurry of activity. Mannequins adorned in elegant attire dotted the spacious room, and the air was filled with the sound of fabric rustling and sewing machines humming.
"Darling, you're just in time!" Rarity exclaimed, rushing over to Dash with a measuring tape draped around her neck. "Now, spill the details. Who's the lucky girl?"
Dash blushed furiously, feeling a rush of nervous energy coursing through her veins. "It's... um... Applejack," she admitted shyly.
Rarity's eyes lit up with excitement. "Oh, how positively delightful! And a bit unexpected, if I do say so myself. But fear not, my dear. Rarity is here to ensure that you make the perfect impression."
With that, Rarity led Dash over to a rack of stunning dresses, each more exquisite than the last. After much deliberation and trying on, they finally settled on a chic yet understated ensemble that perfectly complemented Dash's vibrant personality.
"There, my dear. You look positively radiant," Rarity declared, stepping back to admire her handiwork. "Now go forth and sweep Applejack off her feet!"
Dash grinned, feeling a newfound sense of confidence coursing through her. "Thanks, Rarity. You're the best!"
As she left the boutique, Dash couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement in her chest. With Rarity's help, she was ready to embark on her first date with Applejack, and she couldn't wait to see where the evening would take them.
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As they settled into their booth at Sugarcube Corner, Dash couldn't help but fidget nervously with her napkin. Applejack noticed and chuckled softly.
"Relax, Dash. Ain't no need to be all jittery," Applejack said reassuringly, a warm smile on her lips.
"Yeah, I know, I just... really wanted tonight to be special," Dash admitted, feeling a flush of embarrassment color her cheeks.
"Well, darlin', just being here with you makes it special enough for me," Applejack replied earnestly, reaching across the table to gently squeeze Dash's hand.
Dash felt her heart flutter at the gesture, her nerves easing as she met Applejack's gaze.
"Thanks, AJ," she said softly, returning the squeeze with a shy smile.
Their conversation flowed easily from there, ranging from light-hearted banter to deeper topics that revealed more about each other's hopes and dreams. Dash found herself hanging on Applejack's every word, captivated by the genuine warmth and kindness in her voice.
As they finished their desserts and prepared to leave, Dash felt a surge of courage wash over her.
"Hey, AJ, before we go... there's something I've been wanting to say," Dash began, her heart pounding in her chest.
Applejack turned to her, curiosity gleaming in her eyes. "What is it, Dash?"
"I... I really like you, AJ. Like, a lot," Dash confessed, her cheeks flushing crimson. "And I was wondering if... maybe... you'd like to go out with me again sometime?"
Applejack's eyes widened in surprise, but then a soft smile spread across her face.
"Well, sugarcube, I reckon I'd be mighty glad to go out with you again," she said, her voice warm with affection. "How about we make it a regular thing?"
Dash felt a rush of joy flood through her at Applejack's words, a wide grin spreading across her face.
"I'd like that," she said, her heart soaring as she realized that this was just the beginning of something wonderful.
