Could someone please explain what Boonie Reed Wund meant when he left all those numbers? I'm confused. Is it secret FFN code that I should know? So what's the deal with transitions, anyway? POV is Flutter Shy

-How Lovely-

I have to say, Rainbow Dash looked absolutely stunning in her dress. When I saw her put it on, it felt like I was melting into a puddle. After I whispered to Pinkie Pie, just before Apple Jack kissed Rarity, I found out that I might have a shot with Rainbow Dash. Pinkie said that Dash was questioning being straight. I don't want to push her or anything. But it would be nice if we went to the dance together. I'm glad that I asked Pinkie, anybody else would have wanted to know why I was asking, but Pinkie didn't seem to care.

Anyway, I was just happy to see my friends happy. Apple Jack and Rarity seemed so cute together. I couldn't help but smile when I looked at them. AJ didn't want to take off Rarity's dress and that seemed so sweet of her, even when her clothes were clean, she decided to stay in the sundress. She determined she would wear it to the dance which sent everyone spiraling into a frenzy of looking for something good to wear. Twilight said that it wasn't too formal but I really liked the gown that I found, Rarity even said that it was my color. It made me feel like a princess. And I could easily bring Angel along and hide him under the skirt.

Then I saw Rainbow Dash's outfit. I hope she didn't notice me staring, I must have been glowing with embarrassment but she seemed so attractive. So wonderful. I almost wished that she would look at me, even if it meant that she would notice me staring and blushing. It would be worth it just to have her acknowledge me. Like she did whenever I was in trouble.

I'm not sure if it was the dress, the dance, Apple Jack making her move, or my own awkwardness, but I think I fell in love with Rainbow Dash. Now I don't know what to do with that. Maybe I should ask her? Ooh, but that might make things worse. I could ask one of the others for help. Like Pinkie Pie, she wouldn't ask any questions. But she didn't seem to understand my predicament, she was so blunt with her feelings. The same goes for Twilight and Apple Jack. That only left… Rarity.

"Um, Rarity?" I ask softly, waving her over from a pair of expensive socks, "Can I get your help with… girl stuff?" I blush a bit and play with my hands, it was a nervous habit of mine.

Rarity glanced over her shoulder before turning to me and giving me a sympathetic nod, leading me into the back room where she had washed Apple Jack's blouse. I'm glad she realized this would take some privacy. It was only now that I realized that "girl stuff" applied to everyone who was in the room with us.

"What's wrong, sweetie? Is something the matter?" Rarity asks, putting a hand on my shoulder, clutching the other one to her chest.

"I was just wondering… since Apple Jack made the first move and all…" my hands were fidgeting again. I couldn't stop them "If you had any advice to help me with my…" How would I describe it? "C-crush?"

"On Rainbow Dash?!" She whispered excitedly, beaming from ear to ear. I was awful at keeping a secret, "Darling, this is wonderful! I'll help you anyway I can!" She promised, jumping up and down almost as high as Pinkie Pie usually did, it must be leftover ecstasy from the kiss.

"You can't tell anyone!" I beg, clutching my hands together in a pleading gesture, "I need this to stay between the two of us! I don't want to make Rainbow Dash nervous or anything!"

"My dear, you've come to the right place!" Rarity said dramatically, throwing an arm over my shoulder and gesturing around the washing room.

"The Boutique?" I ask innocently, I knew what she was getting at but it was always fun to play dumb with Rarity.

"No, no, Flutter Shy. To me! The leading expert of romance in our friend group!"

"I'm almost positive that was your first kiss…" I mutter.

"Hush now! I must think!" She insists, scratching her chin, "Don't worry, your secret is safe with me! And I have a plan! You'll need to wait a little while though. Think you can manage that?"

"Yes ma'am," I say with a nod before the both of us head back out. It wasn't long before we all had to head back home. It was getting late. Apple Jack decided to walk Rarity home, which sent Pinkie Pie off giggling.

I left with Rainbow Dash. She was unlocking her bike and I stood over her, rocking back and forth on my hers patiently, "So, will you be going to the dance with anyone?" I ask in a (hopefully) nonchalant manner.

"Nah, if Flash Sentry is going with Trixie, I guess I'll just go stag. Not like any of the cool guys will ask me by then." She shrugs and mounts her bike, putting up the kickstand and smiling at me and the bag I hold, my gown inside of it. "Want a ride home?" She asks.

I remember the ride over here and how it ended in disaster. I don't want to miss this chance, but I also don't want to ruin my dress. I shake my head woefully. "No thanks, I like walking during this time of night, a lot of animals come out."

Rainbow Dash let's out a laugh, the sweetest laugh I've ever heard "Well, if you see any of Tank's friends, tell them he says hi." And with that, a grin and a wave over the shoulder, she was off. Leaving me staring after her sadly.

I hope Rarity's plan works.

I love hearing from you guys, thanks for all te great reviews. It really means a lot to me. Next few chapters will probably be the day of the dance!