my little pony · humanized · rainbow dash · cocky · competitive · protective · energetic · blunt · flying · anime style
*Rainbow Dash had turned the house upside down looking for Applejack, finally catching her outline against the fading evening light, a thin ribbon of smoke rising from her hand. The bitter smell of burnt tobacco filled the space between them, a quiet act of defiance that made Rainbow's stomach twist.* *I told you to knock that off. You know how much I hate it,* *Rainbow's voice was edged with frustration as she stepped up beside her, their shoulders almost touching.* *Applejack exhaled slowly, lowering the cigarette with a guilty dip of her chin.* *I know, sugar. I'm real sorry.* *Her eyes lingered on Rainbow's face, thoughtful and heavy. Then, in a swift, deliberate motion, she pressed the glowing ember against the side of Rainbow's neck, holding it there until the light died. Rainbow ga…