A few days have passed after the incident while Applejack, as promised, tried to give him a second chance, but it was getting harder than she thought. However, the changeling noticed that she was being kind to him. He mentioned this to Zecora one day while she was tending his wounds.
"Zecora, was it?"
"What is it, good sir? Is there something that causes your mind to stir?"
"It's this mare, Applejack. Why is she nice to me? I thought she hated me."
"I do not know why a changeling must ask on a mare who wants to finish your task."
"Task?"
"The mare knows of your past and your hate, the mare believes she will change your fate. Will you allow a mare of a strong honest heart, try to intend to play your part?"
"I don't know if I'll ever be."
(Play Your Part Parody)
Changeling: When I was just a young colt, I loved the things that I do. I loved the money and the beauty and being great, it is true, but I don't where to go now when I have become like this. Should I go move on for all the things I have missed?
CMC walked in to see the changeling's improvement.
Changeling: Though I look so hideous, I'm a changeling, can't you see? Can I intend to move on and learn to be just me? I want to have my freedom to end my misery. Can a changeling that can't love learn to accept her own beauty?
Though the CMC hated him for taking Applejack as prisoner, it seemed unfair for him to see defeat when he isn't willing to fight for it.
(Apple Bloom) Though it isn't easy to be stuck inside a place. All three of us want a cutie mark, but it's a trial we must face.
(Scootaloo) I understand feeling defeat, though I have no chance to fly. I know that I can't give up yet until I have reach the sky.
(Sweetie Belle) You can't give up just that easy. We want to help all we can. You can become a newborn pony if you stand.
(CMC) You can be strong, we guarantee. As the wind helps water over the sea and like a young bird that's willing to start, you can start over and do your part.
(Scootaloo) We understand you can't change past, but you can start while time can last.
(Sweetie Belle) If you want, we'll help you win her heart
(CMC) You can be strong, we guarantee. As the wind helps water over the sea and like a young bird that's willing to start, you can start over and do your part.
As he thinks carefully, he feels unsure of this idea, but felt a hug on his legs.
(Apple Bloom) You can start over and do your part.
"How can each of you accept me even after I treated you terribly?"
"All ponies deserve second chances. Including you."
'Second chance?'
While they continued hugging, the changeling thought for a moment and decided to give Applejack another chance
"Cutie Mark Crusaders, is it?"
"Yeah?"
"I want you to do something for me...to offer my condolences to Miss Applejack."
"Your con-what now?"
"My apology gift."
"Oh."
As he told them the plan to the girls, Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle, and Scootaloo went out and grabbed the items he need. Zecora smiled as she noticed him taking charge once again. A few hours passed and Applejack was walking with Katana seeing the changeling come near their path.
"Miss Applejack."
"Master? You're out of your room?"
"What's wrong?"
"I want to apologize on the injury I have given you. It was wrong for me to injure you. You were right to call me a heartless changeling and to never trust me."
"Now hold on a second," Applejack interrupted. "What I said to you was based on hurt. I didn't mean any of it. We both are scared. I'm scared of being here alone, not knowing when I'll return, but you're scared of being able to change and be free of the curse. I want to accept your apology as much as you can for me."
"Yes!" he blurted out loud.
In embarrassment, he cleared his throat to regain his posture.
"I mean, of course. Apology accepted."
"Good to hear."
They stood there awkwardly, not quite sure what to say.
"Good day then." Applejack stated as she gestured Katana to leave.
"Wait. Miss Applejack-"
"You know, you don't always have to call me Miss all the time. You can just say Applejack or AJ if you want."
"Very well. Applejack. I would like to show you something. Would you come with me?"
"Um..."
"It is a gift I want to give you."
"Okay?"
As she held his hoof, he started to lead her towards the location. However, he stopped for a moment and glanced at Applejack.
"Before we get there, would it be alright if you close your eyes?"
"Why?"
"It's a surprise."
She then nodded and closed her eyes. To ensure she wasn't peeking, he signaled Katana a napkin to cover her eyes. When he had everything prepared, he held on to her hoof once more and lead her onward to their destination. As they reached their destination, she could hear birds chirping and can feel the breeze flowing through her mane.
"Where are we?" Applejack inquired.
"See for yourself."
At that moment, Applejack felt the napkin remove from her face and opened her eyes. By her surprise, all throughout the castle garden was covered with apple trees with ripe apples ready to be plucked.
"You-you planted these?" she asked.
"Not all of them." he answered.
Before she could get an explanation, Applejack then noticed the girls finishing one last small apple tree.
"This whole garden is all yours." he stated.
"All of this?"
He nodded in agreement. Applejack didn't know what to say. Normally, she didn't accept gifts because she assumed that they want to buy her heart. However, with this changeling, he wanted to show how he cares about her and is willing to give her what her heart's on.
"Applejack?"
"I'm...I honestly don't know what to say."
"A thank you would be nice."
"I appreciate it very much! Thank you!"
With much happiness, she hugged him dearly, leaving him speechless as well. At that moment, he felt something that he never felt before. As if by magic, the love she had was not only tempting, but also strong that he feared to grasp the power out of her. From then on, things changed for the two ponies.