Bright sunny morning at sweet apple acres and Looking at the huge row of trees of the south fields was all the enjoyment Apple Jack needed as she smiled. Though it was her families largest crop it was nothing that she and her brother couldn't handle. Not long after walking back to the house, A.J heard her younger sister Apple Bloom calling her. Apple Jack! Hmmm? She wondered. When she saw her young sis running towards her Apple Jack Knew somethin was wrong when she saw a worried look on her face. What's wrong little sis? It's Big Mac. Apple Bloom replied. Still not understanding the situation Apple Bloom took her older sister to the barn where they met Granny and went inside. Apple Jack gasp in horror what she saw. Big Mac! She said worryingly. He was lying on his back in pain. This happened when he was trying to left that big ol hay bale that's over there. Apple Bloom explained and pointed. Looking to where the hay bale landed and back at her older brother. Apple Jacks face turned from a look of worry to a look of frustration. Though she didn't physically say anything but in her mind she said. You fool. After an hour after Big Mac fall he was taken to Ponyville hospital where he was examined and X-ray by doctors. While Apple Jack and her family waited in the lobby. After waiting a long time a nurse with Violet and white striped hair came and said. Excuse are you Apple Jack. Yes I am. She responded. Well I'm nurse Sweetheart and upon checking your brothers injuries he should be fine and stable. Well that's good to hear. Said Apple Bloom with a smile. Now if you fellow me I take you all to his room. Before fellowing nurse Sweet Heart Apple Jack turned to her little sister and said. Now Apple Bloom I know you want to see Big Mac But I think you should watch over granny. Who had fallen asleep during the wait. Plus I want have a private discussion with your brother. And Apple Bloom knew what that meant and said. Will do sis. As she sat back down next to her grandmother while A.J left with the nurse. While lying comfortably in the hospital bed Big Mac still felt pain in his lower back and his right foot though not as bad when he was at the farm. And he knew his younger sister Apple Jack was soon going scold him for his reckless stunt he just pulled in shed. Hopefully she won't be too harsh. He thought. While pondering about this he saw Nurse Sweet Heart being fellowed by Apple Jack herself. Ho boy. He said to himself. Once she walked in and the nurse walked away,Big Macintosh put on his best smile to lighten the mood. But the look of frustration and disappointment on his younger sister face,dissipated it and there was a long pause of silence between the two siblings. Will looking at A.J. Big Mac realized only she came in to see him and asked. Where's granny and Apple Bloom? With that Apple Jack spoke. There in the waitin room. A, J answered. Granny fell asleep so I asked Apple Bloom to watch over her. Oh. He replied. After small pause Apple Jack spoke again. I hope you've learned a lesson from this. She began scolding. Just because you can left more than the average person doesn't mean you should left something big and heavy alone on a ladder. After saying that Apple Jack look at her brother with a more sad face. We could've lost you and we would've been one hand short on the farm. But before ether of them could say anything else a nurse with light amaranth gray hair holding a clip board walked in. Looking at the young farm girl she said. Apple Jack correct? Yep that's me. I'm nurse Red Heart the head nurse of this facility. She introduced herself. I'm here to go over your brothers injuries,I was informed by nurse Sweet Heart told you he was fine. Yes that's what I was told. A.J. Replied. Well the list of his injuries are a twisted ankle on his right foot and pulled muscle from his abdomen. So as long as he rests he should able to get himself to work again. Ugh how long will he need to rest. Asked a slightly nervous Apple Jask. Well give or take in his current situation Examined by Dr Grey a good solid week of seven days will do it. A week?! Big Mac and Apple Jack said in shock. Yes a week Nurse Red Heart repeated more sternly. That muscle in your brothers abdomen is in fragile state,and any strain on it before it completely heals could cause it to rib, and than we're talking about surgery,and even longer time for your brother to rest to recover. With this Apple look down and took a deep breath before meeting her eyes with the head nurse. Well thanks for the info. Yes I'll come back in 5 minutes to discuss of you want any pain killers. Alone Apple Jack was very stressed and her older brother knew it looking at her. Looking back A.J. Had very irritated look on her face. It was if she wanted clobber her brother for his recklessness and it took all strength and will power to hold herself and said. Well you finally reached a new low now because of your stubborn foolish prideful actions I now have harvest the south field solo. Hey what's going on? Apple Bloom asked unexpectedly. Hey I thought I… Apple Jack left the sentence unfinished when she her Granny. Granny woke up so we came to see what was going on. What's the story with Big Mac here? span Granny Smith asked her grand daughter. Well he's gonna have to rest up for whole week to recover from his fall so I'm doing the southern Field all by myself. That's too of a job for one person to handle. Granny told her. Eeyup. BigMac agreed. Well what choice do I have? This job is too big for an elderly like you Granny and I know you have schoolin to do little missy. She told Apple Bloom. And there's no room in the budget to hire new workers so… Hey did you forget big sis. Apple bloom told her. You got five friends that can help you out with the harvest. Yes suppose they could help but I can handle this on my own,and besides they have their own lives to deal with. Fluttershy got her hands with her animals,Rarity busy with making clothes and Rainbow's got the weather to deal with and Pinky is workin Sugar cube Conner. What about Dusk? Big Mac told her. I'm sure he could help. Yeah but you forget he's a prince now and that I'm sure he's busy with his new duties and I'm confident I'll get this done before the week is over. Your bitting off more than you can chew. Said BigMac. Why all the…I am Apple Jack the hardest and most dependable of workers. She looked family. And I'm gonna prove to y'all that I'm gonna get this job done and get it done quick. Granny shook her head at this while Apple bloom just stared and frowned. When Apple Jack was about to make her exit when she heard BigMac say. Who's being the stubborn one now? A.J sighed and Without saying a word she walked out of the hospital.
In Ponyville things were peaceful as the residents went on with their daily Business. In the mayors office. The elderly female mayor was busy doing the usual paper work, when suddenly she heard a thunderous sound. Looking out she thought. Was it suppose to rain today? But the sky was clear and the sound of thunder continued, now with rattling that shook the whole office. What is going on? She asked herself. But it wasn't just the mayors office that was shanking it was the whole town Vbrations could be felt everywhere even in Ponyville Dusk and his assistant were in the town square where they felt it. What is going on Spike asked his brother. No idea. Dusk replied. Normally I say it's an earthquake but in a town like this you don't what's going on. Suddenly the two brothers heard the voice of Rainbow Dash ! Did she say stampede? Spike Asked Dusk. Yep that's what she said. He take cover I'll deal with what's going on. As Dusk flapped his wings and saw the herd of cows heading towards the town. Nervously seeing this Dusk quickly flew edge of town using his magic he created a magical barrier that encase the town protecting it. Wanting are you doing Egghead? Rainbow asked him. What does it like? He asked her. I'm protected the town from the herd of cattle that are coming. With that Fluttershy who was with Rainbow said. But if the cows hit the barrier it will hurt them. Sorry Fluttershy. Dusk said to her. But it's either them or us. After that all three of them heard Someone yell Yeehaw. It was Apple Jack riding on her horse on the right while her dog Winona on the left. A.J managed to lasso the lead cow and yelled to her dog. Ok Winona do it! Her dog bark as loud as it could and showed it's fangs prompting the cows to turn right,the same direction that Apple Jack directed her horse and while pulling the lead seeing herd running in a different direction Dusk brought down the barrier that surrounded the small town,while A.J slow down the herd and stopped. Getting off her horse Winona ran to her owner as she kneeled down only to be embrace by a wet nose and several licks. Aright that's enough. Apple Jack told her as she patted her faithful dogs head. When she stood among the mooing cows anther horse came seeing With an unknown rider on but it when the rider spoke. A.J knew who it was. Apple Jack is that you? Turning around the oldest daughter of Sweet Apple Acres said. Carmel? Typical. She thought. It's been awhile do you remember can I not forget a man who forgot constantly forgot the grass seeds during the planting season,created a gapping hole on the side of the shed,and nearly burned down down 5 of my the summer crop apple trees? She annoyingly told him. With a nervous smile Carmel on A.J those were all accidents. Oh just accidents huh? Apple Jack said. Than I guess this cattle of yours charging towards Ponyville was accident was it? Yes well… Carmel tried to explain. I was just ridin along with the cattle not far from the town,hopping to get all of them to the train station before the first train came. But I notice something bothering the cows as they were acting and sounding quite skittish. Heading over I saw a rattle snake. Oh boy this isn't good. Carmel said to himself. So trying to prevent a stampede… Carmel continued to tell his story. I dismounted and hoping to get rid of the snake I rush as quickly as could but.. unfortunately the snake had snapped at one of the cows which it and rest of the panic and run. No! Carmel yelled. Heading back onto my horse I was about to fellow the stampede of cattle until that darn snake decided fellow me which cause the horse to see it and freak out making me fall from the rear. So that's my story. Before Apple Jack could respond she heard her friend Rainbow calling her name. Hey Apple Jack that was awesome what you just did. When she and Fluttershy landed. Dusk soon came as well as the mayor. Looking around the mayor of Ponyville Asked. How did this happen? Why did this cattle started charging towards the town. After a moment of silence Apple gave Carmel a look that said. Well.. explain yourself. With that Carmel Spoke to the mayor of Ponyville and said. Well Miss mayor these cattle here is my responsibility. With that she gave him a stern look. I was doing my best watching them when we went to the train station but, a rattle snake came out of no where and scared them. So it wasn't my intention for them to rumble over to Ponyville to cause harm or damage. With that the middle age female mayor said. Well sense Apple Jack manage lead them astray and sense no one got hurt I guess I can forgive this state of events. However the welcoming sign to the town that got damage during your cattle's havoc panicking will be deducted from your earnings. Fare enough. Carmel replied. Now come all of you to the station. He told his cows. Getty up. As they all this Apple Jack got on her horse and was about to leave when the mayor called her. Looking down at she 's up? Well miss Apple Jack this town owes you a big thank you for what you did. Weren't nothing just happy to be of service. Smiled Apple Jack. And of course I do thank you personally Prince Dusk shine for protecting this town from the rampaging heard. With that Dusk nodded. Come Winona Hold up Apple Jack. Said 's up A.J. replied. I'm performing a wicked stunt it's gonna take 4 days to prepare but I need help performing it will you help me? Sure. Not so fast. Said unexpected Pinkie ? Said a surprise Dusk. How did you get here? Oh I was outside when I heard and felt a rumbling it was nice it made my voice all vibrantly and was disappointed when it stop so I went to where It was coming from so that's when I saw you guys going to where cows were. So now that I'm here I wanna ask you Apple Jack if you could come help me at the bakery after dealing with Rainbow Dash stunt. Sure I'll be glad I can help. Ummm Apple Jack. Yes Fluttershy. A.J turned her head to her. I was hopping you can help with rabbits this week after your done with Rainbow and Pinky Pie if it's no trouble. No trouble at all. I'll see and help you guys in few days now come on Winona let's head to the ranch before before the sun sets . When she left Dusk wanted to speak with her after talking with the mayor,but saw Apple Jack horse was already galloping at full speed. Oh you wanted ask Apple Jack something? Futtershy said. Well… Dusk explained. I wanted tell her after speaking with the mayor about having a ceremony for her heroism. That's a great said cheerily. Yeah definitely. Said Fluttershy smiling with approval. Yeah well I guess I'll go talk to her at the ranch. As he flapped his wings and soared through the air. Watching this Fluttershy commented Dash. Wow you certainly taught him how to fly. Yep I'm the best Rainbow gloated. Hi girls whats going on? The voice of Rarity Rarity. Pinkie greeted her. I heard and felt a rumbling going on than it suddenly stopped I have left the boutique but I was busy with something after dealing with that I went out to see where see where the rumbling was coming from where saw the mayor who was walking back to the office and now I see you all here so what's been happening? A.J stopped a heard of cows from rampaging through Ponyville. Rainbow answered. Although Dusk did try to protect the town by forming a magical barrier. Pinkie pie added. But where is he? Rarity asked. He went to Sweet Apple Acres to inform Apple Jack of the ceremony we're having for her. Told Fluttershy. Yeah for her bravery and hard work. Pinky pie added. Well that's marvelous we should have it set soon. As all four of them walked back to town.