Upon entering the ranch the sweet smell of families baked apple pie filled the air and into Spikes nostrils. Big bro wait. He said to him. What is it? Dusk asked. Can't you smell it? Smell what? That sweet apple smell? Stopping to take a sniff Dusk smelled the crisp air of Families Apple pie,this made his stomach grumble as he hardly ate anything this morning or the day before because he was still upset with Celestina's letter. Suddenly both heard a female voice yell. Yeehaw! Was the sound that broke silence of the farm area. The duo turned to see a young farm girl around Dusk's age, her fashion was typical for anyone who grew up in the country side. She wore an orange blouse rolled up sleeves, blue jeans under brown chaps along with brown boots and a hat to match,covering a small portion of her wavy crisp golden hair. She just got done kicking one of the apple trees causing all the apples on it to came off. She must be much stronger than Shining Armor. Dusk thought. Referring to his older brother. Go on big bro. His pointy ear assistant told him. Go and introduce yourself. Sighing because He really didn't want to this but Dusk wanted to get on with his day. Walking over he said Greetings. I am Dusk Shine. He Introduced himself I'm with my assistant Spike and Were here by… Why howdy there stanger. The ranch girl said to him. Welcome to Sweet Apple Acres. Upon seeing her up close. Dusk notice her face freckles, and her green eyes. The names Apple Jack and we at Sweet Apples,love meeting new strangers and creatures from all over Equestra. She said with a wick. This caught Dusk off guard but he manage to keep a straight face,as she held up her hand. With little understanding of social gatherings Dusk bent down and kiss the palm of her hand. Spike watching laughed at this even more so during A.J's reaction to it. With steam radiating from her body. Whoa nelly. She thought. Is this city boy flirtin with me? My foolish brother doesn't even know how to do a simple hand shake. Spike thought as he continued to laughed. But he immediately stopped once he heard a scream. Ahh! He got up and saw what happen. Apple Jack had hit His brother,with a heavy bucket of apples. Big bro! Spike yelled as he quickly rushed to Dusk's aide,and said to the farm girl. Hey don't you think you kinda over did it with that? Not at all. Apple Jack replied and turned and began walking away. Had to teach him a lesson not to go overboard with me. The only thing he'll learn is what exists in the after life. Spike told her. As he got the bucket off Dusk's head. He notice blood coming out from mouth. As Dusk groaned. And besides. A.J. Added. I'm waitin for some Cantorlot folks. That would be us. Spike announced. Eh? Apple Jack said when she turned her head. We come from Cantorlot to check on the food. The guys head you just crashed was chosen by Princess Celistina to supervise everything. The imp told her. A.J's face turned pale when she heard all what Spike just told her,and realized the lavender hair man she just knockout was a Nobleman from Cantorlot. Who was in charge to inspect her families food to see if it was worthy for the festival. Hang on! Apple Jack said. As she attempted to revive Dusk Shine by shanking him really hard. When this seemed to not work,she thought about mouth to mouth but thankfully Dusk seemed to breathe as he uttered. Ugh ughhh. He groaned. The whiteness in Dusk shine's eyes soon filled up with color soon after, as he seemed to be regaining consciousness. Alright his arms are movin. Apple Jack said to Spike, as Dusk began to stand up. Ughh he continued groaning. Looking at his two hands Dusk Said. My staff… Where's my staff? It's ummm right here. Said Spike As he grabbed it and gave it to him. Normally used for casting spells but,for now it was used for support. What… what happen? Dusk asked Spike. As he put left hand on his head. You were hit in the head with bucket of apples. His assistant answered. Who did that? He asked him. She did It. He pointed at Apple Jack who stood in front of them,giving a nervous and apologetic smile,before shanking his hand and said. Sorry for the misunderstanding good thing it didn't get ugly. She said to him. Shanking his head and finally out of coma. Dusk glared at Her and said. I now have a skull fissure and it didn't get ugly. Laughing nervously A.J. Said to the both of them. Y'all lucky your just in time for supper, for the Apple family reunion. No no. Dusk protested. I just need to know what food you'll be Serving. But it was too late as Apple Jack rang the dinner bell and yelled at the top of her lungs. Soups on everybody! Suddenly the ground started to shake,it was if an earthquake was about to form,but instead. As spike pointed to Dusk. It was the whole Apple orchard family,coming towards them. Oh no no no no. Dusk shouted as he tried to back off but,one of the family members caught him and dragged him along with his Assistant to eat. Stop let me go! Dusk demanded. And the last thing he knew he was sitting at a table along with Spike. And rest of Apple Jacks family. Let me introduce to you everyone. A.J told them. This is Apple Cobbler, Caramel Apple,Apple Cupcake,Apple Pie,Apple Flan,Apple Fridder,Apple Bumkin,Golden delicious, Red Delicious, Apple Strudel, Apple Tart,Baked Apples. Dusk felt like his mind was gong to was going to explode. With each new member of the family that was introduce, how was he going to remember all these people's names? It was as if he had been hit in the head with a second bucket of apples at least that would be less painful of what he was now experiencing. And if that weren't the only problem each new member that was mentioned. Put their own piece of food on the table that they brought with them, and it was already piling up. Fortunately The only members of the Apple jack's family to be mentioned at this point were her younger sister Apple Bloom,and her older brother Big Mackintosh, and their Grand mother Granny Apple smith who was sleepin. Wake up Granny. Hmmm? We got company. Apple Jack told her. Dusk looked at the food on the table nervously. They seriously want us to eat all this. He said to his assistant. I have no problem with that. Replied Spike with hungry face. Eat up. Said A.J. Eat up before it gets cold. With that Dusk frustration set in and said. This is ridiculous. As he slammed his hands on the table when he stood up. I'm Sorry but we can't eat right now. Awww. Said a disappointed Apple family. Aren't cha gonna stay for brunch? Asked Apple Bloom giving him a teary eye look on her face. Trying to stay in character,Dusk tried to explain as calmly as he could to her as to why he couldn't stay. I'm sorry but I'm very busy and I have to prepare for the impending Lady of the moon that might be coming tonight. Before Apple Bloom could reply Granny Smith told her young daughter. Now Apple Bloom this young man has a lot of important things to do,but a Catorlot gentlemen would never disappoint a little girl right? Granny teased but Dusk took a deep breath. As I said before. He spoke more sternly.I am very busy and don't have time to eat. Plus. He added. My head is still sore when your granddaughter. he pointed at Apple Jack. Hit me with a bucket of apples. Upon hearing this Granny was first shocked at this and along with the A.J's two siblings glared at her,as she again gave off anther apologetic smile. Big sister how could you do that? Said Apple Bloom. Well I… She tried to explain. I thought he was flirtin with me. So I uggh….Granny Smith sighed and said to her grand daughter. You were always the one that pulled the trigger too early. She chastise. EEyup. Agreed Bigmac. Come on Spike. Dusk said to him while he was eating. Hmmm? We're leaving. Aww. He said disappointed. But we haven't…Now! Dusk demanded. Seeing the two boys leave and realizing she created a dent. Apple Jack decided to fellow them. Excuse me. She said as she left the table. Wait up. A.J called out. Realizing he and Spike were being fellowed Dusk charged up his staff as soon as the Apple Jack got close to them he immediately pointed it at her attracting some of the members of the Apple family. Hey looks like a fight is about to start. Said one of them.20 bits says Apple Jack will be the winner. Said anther member. Your on. lets get this started. Fight fight! Ignoring her family A.J. didn't want to start anything so she put hands in the air when Dusk went into a defensive position and pointed his magical staff at her. Give me one good reason why I shouldn't cast one of my spells on you. The Conterlot wizard threaten. Looking at this spike worriedly watched as to what would happen? Look. A.J. explained. Im not here to fight or cause any trouble I already apologize for what happen earlier. As if. Said a non believing Dusk. You only apologized because I'm the one who's judging your families food for the festival. He claimed. Apple Jack frown when she heard this but quickly replied. No. I meant it. I really meant it. It's just…She continued. If I wasn't sorry would I have invited you to my families reunion? Dusk didn't say anything as he continued to have his staff pointed at her and his eyes fixed ready for the kill. Now come on now. She begged. Let's be civilized and just forget that ever happened and if you want anther apology I'll give you one. I'm sorry ok I'm sorry. Both Apple bloom and Big Mac were watching, as well as Granny wondering, and worrying of what might happen. And it didn't help that some of the Apple family members wanted to see a fight between the two. Come on big bro. Spike said to Dusk. She said she's sorry and I believe her. And will attacking her with your magical staff prove that your the better person? Will it? After a thought or two Dusk sighed and holstered his staff. Seeing this from afar A.J's brother and sister and Granny took a sigh of relief, while the other family members who were watching continued to chant. Fight fight fight. There ain't gonna be no fight? Apple Jack turn and shouted at them. Aww. They said disappointed again. Now come on. She smiled. There's still some food left on your table. Taking anther deep breath Dusk said. Fine I'll eat. Dusk told her. But I'm not gonna eat all that food I'm not a garbage disposal. Don't worry. Said Spike. Anything he can't eat I'll gobble it up. No one can best my stomach. Your a cute little critter. Apple Jack said to him. What's your name again? Spike. He answered. And I'm the official assistant of Cantorlot. Apple Jack smiled at this as all three of them got back to there tables. You've convince him to stay. Apple Bloom excitingly said. Excellent work sis. EEyup. Congratulated Bigmac. Well I don't deserve all the credit it's thanks to that little assistant of his Spike over there. She said to them. Because if weren't for him I think this reunion would've ended in disaster. Well next time dear. Granny told her. Don't hit any guest unless their doin somthin fishy. Understood Granny. After eating there fill. Dusk and Spike left the ranch. That food was excellent I wouldn't mind coming back from second trip. Spike told his brother. Now let's not get ahead of ourselves. Dusk told his green haired assistant. Remember what we're here for. I know I know preparations only. Spike said as he looked at the list. What's next? Dusk asked. Weather preparations. The imp told him looks like some girl by the name of Rainbow Dash is in charge. Great anther female to deal with. As the two wondered into town.