>AJ says nothing instead opting to just stare at you, pity shining bright in those "Reddy! Why is she going?"
emerald eyes.
>You ponder for a moment, your emotions settling once more.
>Your heartbeat begins to race as you realize what you've done.
>You overreacted, oh gosh no no no.
>Sure, you were kind of mad at Nonny...and you aren't really into the idea of sharing him and Red.
>You weren't even into mares.
"Oh gosh, what did I just do AJ?"
>Applejack releases a loud sigh before giving a response.
>"Pinkie. Look, ah know you didn't like Anon's idea. Heck, ah I wouldn't go for it either. The thing is though, however mad you might have been, Redheart will be a whole lot angrier."
>You frown, now realizing what trouble you could have caused.
>You really are selfish…
 
>CHANGE
>You feel your mind leaving that of the Pink one.
 
>Who would you like to switch to?
-Anonymous
-Redheart
-Pinkie Pie (X)
-Applejack
-Berry Punch
-Gable
-Iron Will
 
>Anonymous selected! (2 left)
 
>...
[REDIRECTING MIND . . .]
>...
 
>You are Anonymous.
>Letters fly by on the page, but you aren't really reading.
>A sickening dread has found it's way into your stomach, strangling your intestines as your stomach begins to feel like one huge knot.
>Pinkie wouldn't tell Red.
>She'd relax, cool off.
>If she did, Red wouldn't be that mad, right?
>Even if you didn't talk to her first, even if Pinkie walked away hurt and pissed.
>R-right?
>What would you like to do?
 
 
 
>The smack of a book hitting the floor is what brings you back to reality.
>You lean down to pick it up, the examining the cover.
>Equestian Wildlife: A History of the Evolution of Animals.
[You have placed this item in your inventory.]
>It’s a start, you still needed to dig up more books.
>The least you could do is keep your promise and search through some books for Pinkie.
>If you could avoid fighting the creatures that roam Equestria, well, it might just save your life.
>You place the book aside for further reference as you start mulling over a few other titles, as well as searching a bit for books on psychology, fishing, and mining.
>Before long you’ve built yourself quite a collection, and then you hear hoof steps approaching.
>Shit, what are you going to say to Red?
>What could you say except sorry?
>Maybe if you apologized, just tell her you need to ask her thoughts on things like this.
>Ask for forgiveness for your momentary retardation.
>You force the lump in your throat down as you turn to face her, except instead of white fur you see purple.
>"You okay Anon?"
>Twilight stands in front of you, curiosity and worry painting her face.
>"You're as white as a ghost. Look, sorry for taking so long. When you came to see me I was busy reading over something for my studies. Dark magic's effect on smaller creatures..."
>She stops there, staring off a bit before shaking her head.
>"Sorry, uh. Anyway, what di-...Anon?"
>Only now did you realize you hadn't moved yet, not even made a response even though you heard every word.
"Y-yeah Twilight. Sorry. Um, yeah. I need to talk to you. You're the smartest mare I know, and well...it's about Pinkie and Red."
>She cocks an eyebrow, sitting down as she waits patiently for you to continue.
>You have to be clear, no more mistakes.
>What would you like to say?
 
 
>"Okay Twilight. So, Pinkie revealed that she has feelings for me. As well as how distressed all of this has made her. I calmed her down, but then...well. I suggested that her, Red, and I all form a relationship together...when she said no I kept pushing it. She just walked off without saying anything, after expressing how disgusted she was by the idea. I didn't exactly bring any of this up to Red either, and I am so paranoid she'll bring it up to her. When Berry and I were trying to have a foursome with Red and Pinkie before, things didn't go over so well. I am just worried. I feel terrible for hurting Pinkie too. Shit Twilight, what do I do?"
>She just stares, mouth slightly agape.
>"Anon! How could you be so stupid! Do you know how sensitive Pinkie is? And why would you even think about suggesting that while she is vulnerable. Did you even think about how Redheart would feel about it. Anon! Just...just...jeez! What if something bad happened to either of them!? What if that monster's magic puts them in a coma an-..."
>Twilight covers her mouth.
>You see fresh tears in her eyes as she slowly tries to calm herself.
>She rubs her hooves across her face and stays silent for a while longer before exhaling loudly.
>"I'm sorry. Sometimes I need to let things out too."
>What would you like to say?
 
 
 
>You reach out and embrace Twilight, holding her tight to you.
"I'm sorry Twilight. I will do EVERYTHING I can to help him. I know I can do it, with your help. With everybody's help."
>"Thank you Anon. Your words mean a lot."
>You hear a sniffle, but when you lean back to look at her she has a smile plastered on her face.
>"I'm a strong mare Anon, but thank you for listening...even if I kind of dropped it on you."
>You give her a warm smile.
"It's no trouble, but if you need somebody. I am here."
>"Heh. There is plenty I'd like to discuss, but...let's get back to you. Why did you say what you said to Pinkie, and are you going to say anything to Red?"
"I just wanted to cheer Pinkie up...only now do I realize how horribly I could have fucked things up. I just didn't wanted to say no to her, not while she was crying into my neck. I can't make everybody happy and that is hard to accept, I just wanted to do something. Anything."
>Twilight is silent, absorbing everything you are saying with a stoic expression on her face.
>She'd be a killer in a game of poker.
"As far as Red...yeah. I need to tell her what I did. I shouldn't keep things from her, and more than anything I love her. I am just scared this could put a big dent in our relationship."
>"As far as Red goes Anon. You need to just be upfront and hope for the best. Just be respectful, kind. You have a kind heart, even if you are a bit dim at times."
>You give a scowl towards the purple mare and she giggles a bit.
>"Sorry. As for Pinkie, same thing. Tell her your intentions, and apologize. I do have one question though."
"What is it Twilight?"
>"Did you say that to Pinkie to spare her feelings, or do you actually care for her? As more than a friend, I mean."
>What do you say?
 
 
>You...do have feelings for Pinkie.
>"If I am being completely honest...I do. I do like her. She is funny, sweet...but I love Red. After this whole wild ride I would never want to hurt and betray Red. Which is why I plan on telling her the truth...should I tell her about my feelings too?"
>"I can't decide that for you Anon. All I can say is do what you think is right, and try not to hurt them."
>You nod, there isn't much more to say about the situation, so you decide to move to the next topic.
"We were able to find some the shadow's corruption so to speak. A substance of it, I am hoping we can derive some information from it."
>"That is great Anon! Finally! A step closer. Where is it?"
"Redheart has it. She was going to get it researched at the hospital to see if they can use it to cure similar cases. We found a few corrupted soldiers out in the Tundra in search for Rainbow Dash."
>"I'll head over there soon then. I want to learn about it as well."
>You open your mouth to speak and she lifts a hoof up to silence you.
>"Don't worry. I'll be careful...what about Rainbow Dash?"
>You simply shake your head and you can see Twilight slump a bit, her hope faltering.
"We'll find her Twilight."
>"Yeah."
>She gives a weak smile before her eyes widen a bit.
>It takes a bit to notice she is looking past you.
>"I think I'll head off to do some research now, actually."
>As she walks past you your head turns, and your eyes meet with Redheart's.
>She stands there, silent until Twilight is out of view.
>"Anon. We need to talk, I spoke to Pinkie."
>What would you like to say?
 
 
"Red, I am sorry. I truly am. What did Pinkie tell you?"
>"Well, she told me that you wanted to be in a relationship with both of us, all together."
>Shit. She doesn't sound very pleased.
"Okay babe, listen. Wh-"
>"No. YOU listen. First there was the whole Berry fiasco where you tried to get us into a foursome. Now you are trying to push Pinkie into our relationship. It makes me uncomfortable enough that she has feelings for you, but you practically tried to take advantage of her!"
"It isn't like that Red, I swear!"
>"Oh yeah? What's it like then, tell me."
>You dug down deep, thinking about what was right here.
>You needed to be honest.
>"I thought that it might help. She was breaking down on me babe. She was in tears confessing not only her feelings but her fears. I wanted to help alleviate that pain. I know, I should consult you on things having to do with us."
>"Consult me? Do you think I would be any less pissed if you had walked up and asked me if Pinkie could be part of what we have? What's next? You going to ask me if you can screw Berry on the side?"
>This isn't going well at all.
"Red. I would never betray you like that. I am faithful to you, that is why I am being honest."
>Red's expression softens, she is still livid but you could see uneasiness show in her eyes.
>"Faithful, huh. What happens if one day you don't ask about somebody coming into our relationship, but just do it? Do you want another mare that badly? Do you want to screw somebody else that badly?"
>You could hear her begin to sob, and it breaks your heart to see tears flowing down her cheeks as she looks at you.
"I swear it isn't like that. I swear."
>You go into hug her, to hold her and be close to her.
>Her hoof stops you, firmly pressed to your chest.
>"Do you have feelings for Pinkie, Anon? Do I have a reason to worry...?"
>What would you like to say?