Dawn had settled herself into the room Twilight had let her choose.

Twilight walked to her own room and lay down upon her own bed to retire for the night. As she stared up at the ceiling Twilight pondered on Dawn's words to her.

About Equintine, about her cutie mark and the destiny that came with it. About how she had been forced into isolation because of it.

Twilight couldn't help but relate in some way. The role of princess had apparently been her destiny as well, and the responsibilities as well as her castle had come out of nowhere. However, unlike Dawn Flash it was because of the fact that she had made friends and stayed with her friends that Twilight had been able to make it to that point.

Dawn was alone, and Twilight couldn't allow that to stand.

"I am the Princess of Friendship. By Celestia, Dawn won't be alone. Starting tomorrow, I will show Dawn Flash of Equintine the true nature of friendship!" Twilight proclaimed.

"Huh? What was that?" Spike groaned groggily.

"Oh, heh heh. Sorry Spike. You uh, go back to sleep." Twilight said.

"Yeah. Yeah okay." With that, Spike fell backwards, fast asleep.

Twilight was setting the dining table just as Dawn Flash came trotting in. She had taken off her dress, leaving her cutie mark for all the world to see, but kept the shining silver necklace as well as the bag carrying the Equintine royal crown.

"Good morning princess. I trust that you slept well." Twilight greeted. She set a plate of breakfast muffins and oats on the table.

"Indeed Miss Sparkle of Twilight. Is this for me?" Dawn asked, pointing her hoof at the plate of food.

"Yes it is princess." Twilight replied. "Eat up okay? Today, I'm going to give you a tour around Ponyville. I'll probably introduce you to some of my friends too."

"Oh, that is unnecessary Miss Sparkle of Twilight. I can just remain within your beautiful castle." Dawn spoke.

"You can, but that's no fun. C'mon princess. From what you've told me, you've been alone for the past two years! That's far too long. You're here in Ponyville, the town where the Princess of Friendship resides. While you are my guest, you will know company!" Twilight proclaimed.

Dawn stared at this other mare incredulously. She looked so sure in herself. This courageous Twilight Sparkle. The saviour of Equestria. Dawn could only wish to be like that.

With a smile and a small chuckle, Dawn nodded her head.

"Very well then. I accept your offer of company!" Dawn exclaimed with as much enthusiasm as she could muster.

Twilight led Dawn through the town, the other princess looking around with vast amounts of excitement at all the sights and colours around her.

"Might I inquire about our destination? I would not mind knowing where we're going." Dawn spoke.

"Oh, I'm taking you to Sugarcube Corner. The best bakery in Ponyville." Twilight answered. "It's operated by the Cakes-Carrot Cake and Cup Cake-they're two of the kindest ponies in all of Equestria. It's also the home and workplace of my good friend Pinkie Pie. I thought that we'd start off strong with the whole friendship thing. If there's anyone in all of Equestria that's gonna bring a smile to your face, it's Pinkie Pie."

Dawn nodded.

They entered the bakery and were greeted by Mrs. Cake at the front counter.

"Morning Mrs. Cake." Twilight greeted. "This is Dawn Flash. She's visiting Equestria from Equintine."

Twilight had decided to keep the knowledge of Dawn's status to a minimum. The less ponies who knew about it, the safer she should be from any spies for Fair Cross. However, she would most likely tell her five other friends.

"Oh, well welcome to Ponyville ma'am." Mrs Cake greeted politely.

Dawn bowed her head. "Thank you, and it is a pleasure to meet you Miss Cake of Cups."

Mrs. Cake continued to smile but gave Twilight a quick, unsure glance.

"So, um, are you two here to buy anything? We have some new banana-lemon squares in stock." Mrs. Cake ducked underneath the counter and took out a tray of golden-brown pastries. "A brand new recipe. Since you're new to Equestria, I guess it wouldn't be all that bad if I let you try one."

Before Twilight could refuse, Dawn piped up.

"Oh yes please." Dawn spoke before reaching down and taking a square. She put it into her mouth and chewed. She swallowed and she smiled widely.

"They are delicious. Thank you so very much Miss Cup of Cakes." Dawn spoke gratefully.

"You're welcome Dawn Flash." Mrs. Cake replied.

"Mrs. Cake, do you happen to know where Pinkie is?" Twilight asked.

"Hm, she and Carrot Cake went out earlier today to make some deliveries."

Twilight and Dawn found Pinkie Pie delivering cakes to the Carousel Boutique.

"Hey, this is actually the place where my other good friend Rarity works. She makes beautiful clothes. Maybe you could connect with her as well. Two birds with one stone." Twilight explained happily.

"Thank you for this chance Miss Sparkle of Twilight. I look forward to meeting Miss Rarity as well as Miss Pie of Pink." Dawn replied.

"Dawn Flash, why do you address people like that? 'Sparkle of Twilight' 'Pie of Pink'. Is there a reason?" Twilight wondered.

"It is the way a good monarch of Equintine addresses their subjects." Dawn answered. "To speak their titles with such esteem is seen as a sign of respect. Note how I do not address Fair Cross in this manner."

"Oh I see. So it's your way of showing respect." Twilight understood with a nod. "That's good to know. Equestria may be allies with Equintine but there is very little reading material about the place."

"Yes, our history isn't very...rich. Not like in Equestria." Dawn replied as they entered the boutique.

"Rarity? Pinkie Pie?" Twilight called.

"Oh, Twilight?" A prim sounding voice replied from behind a nearby wall. "Come back here please will you? I need your opinion on something."

"Alright." Twilight called back and she gestured towards Dawn Flash to follow her behind the wall.

Rarity was there, trotting about with a measuring tape around her neck, horn lit and scissors and threads floating about.

On a pedestal surrounded by mirrors stood Pinkie Pie, who was wearing a fluffy green and turquoise dress.

"Hello Twilight." Rarity greeted.

"Hey Twilight!" Pinkie Pie exclaimed with a small bounce.

"Pinkie! I told you! Those fabrics are delicate. Move too much in the way you do and they'll come apart." Rarity spoke erratically.

"Oops. Sorry." Pinkie muttered.

"If those fabrics are so delicate, and the Miss Pie of Pink is a jumpy pony, why is she acting as your model?" Dawn asked, slightly dumbfounded.

"Hm?" Rarity turned to see the unfamiliar pony.

"Oh, and who might this be?" Rarity asked politely.

"This is Dawn Flash. She's the princess of Equintine. I'm giving her refuge here until she can go home." Twilight explained.

"A princess!" Rarity exclaimed. "Oh my, it is absolutely wonderful to somepony that you are here. Perhaps you could share some insight-er, if you don't mind Your highness-on some of the dresses for my new line. I'm sure that you have come across some absolutely beautiful dresses in your home!"

"Oh, thank you Miss Rarity. And no, I would not mind at all." Dawn replied.

"Yes, oh, and for your earlier question, Pinkie came in with the cake delivery. I needed somepony for the measurements of the dress. Most of my mannequins are either inadequate for these fabrics or donning some other garment. Pinkie was simply the most convenient choice. Not the best by any stretch of the imagination unfortunately." Rarity explained.

"Yup, I sure am convenient to have around." Pinkie agreed cheerfully.

"Hm, perhaps you should choose another model Rarity. While I do not doubt your dress making prowess, that dress looks absolutely horrid upon Miss Pie of Pink." Dawn spoke bluntly.

Rarity frowned and looked at Pinkie.

"Does it really. Oh, I suppose the colour scheme does leave quite a bit to be desired...perhaps some more warmer colours. I'll be back, Pinkie, do not try taking it off. Those threads are expensive!" Rarity warned before leaving.

"Hm, she is a passionate one." Dawn commented.

"Yes she is. That's also what makes her a great friend. She's the element of generosity. While she can be self centred at times, Rarity can be relied upon to take care of her friends." Twilight replied.

"That sounds like a good trait to have. Especially in a friend."Twilight agreed before Pinkie came out of nowhere from behind them, tackling the two other ponies, bringing them to the ground.

"Pinkie! What did you do that for?" Twilight demanded.

"Sorry, but that light hanging from up there was gonna fall. Right on you heads!" Pinkie replied.

"How did you know that would happen?" Dawn wondered.

Before she could receive an answer however, there was a sharp scream let out by Rarity.

"PINKIE! THE DRESS!" Rarity screamed.

Looking at the pink pony, they other three saw that the garment was torn and a bit dirty.

"Oops, sorry Rari-"

"GET OUT!"

Yeah, as a mere casual fan I fear that I don't know these characters very well. I apologize for any OOCness. I am open to suggestions.

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