"Okay. Sure you've got everything?" >"Yes, Anon. Of course. It's just a silly old prom." "Well, it's a big night for you." >"Hardly." >Scootaloo sulks. turning away from you. "What's that supposed to mean?" >"Nopony asked me to go with them." "Ah." >"I mean... Sweetie Belle's going with Featherweight! Apple Bloom's going with Applejack, which I guess is a little more embarrassing than going with nopony at all, but still!" "It's no big deal. I'm sure you and Apple Bloom can hang out. It's just about having a good time. You know, I didn't even go to my prom back on earth." >"You didn't!?" "Nope. I was like you, I guess... didn't really end up with anyone to go with, and, well..." >You stop yourself and smile. This is about her, not you. >"I guess it's okay. I just hope Diamond Tiara and Silver Spoon aren't too mean about it. Are... you sure about this dress? It's a little itchy!" >The filly twists uncomfortably and tries to stretch out her wings. "It's good. You look beautiful in it." >She blushes and looks up at you. >"You think so, Anon?" >You give her a confident nod and lean in to accommodate as she reaches for a hug. >"Before I know it I'll be moving onto a whole new school." "It's gonna be a little harder, but I think you'll enjoy it." >You ruffle her mane and she giggles. "It's crazy how fast you grow up. Before I know it you'll be out the door." >"Oh, don't say that! You think I'd ever leave you, Anon?" "That's what they all say." >"C'mon, quit it! You're gonna make me teary-eyed. Bad enough I'm turning up at prom without a colt. Last thing I need is to show up crying." >The two of you share a laugh. "Think you're ready to go?" >"Wait! One last thing." >The filly disappears upstairs, and after a few moments returns with something around her neck. >"This is something my mom gave me. I didn't really know her long, but I remember her saying when she was a filly she wore this to her prom." >It's a small brooch that looks pretty old, but goes perfectly with Scootaloo's eyes. >"Ok! Ready!" >With a triumphant nod you open the door and she gallops outside. "Jeez. It's a little cold out here tonight. Aren't summer nights supposed to be warm?" >Scootaloo shrugs. >"Rainbow Dash must be taking a break tonight. You know what cold weather means, though?" >You climb into the carriage that's waiting to take you, but before you can ask her what, she leaps onto you, wrapping her hooves around you. >"Lots of hugs, of course!" >The carriage departs for the Ponyville schoolhouse.