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[Balsam]

(You're taking the ACT tomorrow too?? I am as well. xD So if I don't respond or post I apologize.)

[Coco Bunny]

ACT?

[starry palms]

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Time had rushed by, and now, it was finally the Gala. The Prince stood anxiously in the hallway, dressed in his finest clothing, awaiting his subjects' arrival. He looked over to Ebony, who was standing by him, and gave a worried smile. Although, Princess Ebony probably had more to worry about. Princess Luna, no disrespect to her, didn't exactly have a clean record. What if all the other ponies thought Ebony would become something like Nightmare Night? The power might even get to his own head, and turn the Prince into something as equally as vicious. Candidus shivered, deciding not to think about this any longer. This was a time to be happy, not worrisome.

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Lemony was eagerly making her way to the Gala, in her dress that she had spent weeks perfecting. She was looking around for Vanilla, to perhaps walk with her, but she hadn't spotted her yet. Lemony Snippet was still eager from the fact that a Princess had bought one of her dresses. She needed a while to recover after that happened.

(( theyre a bit short, but better than nothing ;v; ))

[Coco Bunny]

Ebony Hearts stood next to Prince Candidus, waiting for the ponies to arrive. Like Candidus, she was wearing her finest dress, the one she had bought from Lemony Snippet, and like Candidus, was worried about the ponies thoughts about her, because of Princess Luna. She knew Prince Candidus thought about that at the Gala, for she did as well, and it was still a worry. She returned the smile given to her, and then stared ahead.

[Balsam]

Cookie Crumble
Cookie was ensuring her catering had been brought in and set up properly. She had barely found the time to get ready; she wore the simple green dress Gavel had supplied her with earlier, and had straightened out her mane and tail. The Earth pony finished labeling which foods had nuts and which did not, as per Golden's request. Her heart skipped a beat; all of these ponies would have access to her baking. Perhaps this would increase business at her bakery? Cookie Crumble shook her head and looked at the labels. "Just right! ... I hope."

Gavel Point
Gavel Point proudly made her way to the Gala. There was absolutely no doubt in her mind that if she were to get her desired increase in rank, she would have to show herself as the dignified and confident mare she was. Her formerly spiky mane had been curled, and her dress slightly trailed behind her; it was a bit much, but the color suited the mauve mare well. "Now, Quizzical, dear. Please do not bring up any drab talk of your novels, will you?"

Quizzical Glass
Quizzical Glass silently followed Gavel, the only sound she made being the 'mhm' she used to answer Gavel's question. Her long mane had been elegantly curled, and while her dress of varying shades of blue was not as extravagant as her sister's, it was still befitting of the event. She didn't know why Gavel was against her novels. Ponies seemed to enjoy them enough, but Quizzical came to the conclusion that for some reason, writing was not a business Gavel wished to be involved with in any way.

Stained Glass
Stained Glass had arrived already, but stood outside in wait of his sisters. He absolutely loathed the Gala, but it was a good place to get inspiration for his work. If he could at least get that out of it, the Gala was not a complete waste of time. Besides, Cookie Crumble was here, and he had to make himself seem presentable and approachable.

Quill Deadline
Quill was silently heading to the Gala. Her ear twitched in excitement, as it usually did when she thought Ink Blot might find a new story for the papers. She would have to be careful not to be caught eavesdropping, but she knew she could get some information if she simply listened for it. Now all she had to do was wait.

[Coco Bunny]

(What's an ACT?)

Ebony Hearts saw Cookie Crumble out of the corner of her eyes, and sighed, forcing herself to relax.

[Balsam]

(The ACT is an examination (at least in the U.S) which assesses your abilities in Reading, Writing, Math, and Science and judges you on a point system ranging up to 36, I believe. It's to help you apply to colleges; the higher your score, the more likely a college shall be interested in having you apply.)


Cookie Crumble
Cookie sighed softly. She looked around. "I wonder when everypony will get here." The mare walked away from the food.

[Coco Bunny]

(Ah, OK, thanks)

[~Macmanus~]

~~~~~Golden~~~~Tags: Gala Main Hall~~~~~~
Golden stood beside Prince Candidus, greeting ponies as they entered the castle ballroom. She was wearing a splendid silky dress that was white and soft yellow, with gold bands around her shoulders and gold shoes. She looked up to Candidus, who appeared to be deep in thought.

~~~~~~Hack 'N Slash~~~~~Tags: Ballroom~~~~~~~~~
Hack finished setting up his stand. The royalty had requested a special ensemble of music: Classic, with an electric twist. He sat down at his key board, put a disk in the turntables beside him, and turned both devices on. The ballroom was filled with beautiful violin music. He pressed a few buttons on his keyboard's dash, setting to sound like a grand piano and have an echo, and began to play the keys.

[Balsam]

Gavel Point
Gavel stopped beside Stained Glass. "Good evening, Stained. I'm glad to see you could manage to drag yourself away from work to attend the Gala this evening." She looked at her brother accusingly.

Quizzical Glass
Quizzical Glass quietly entered the Gala, shuffling her hooves nervously. Perhaps this evening would give her an idea for her next mystery novel, or perhaps inspiration to write something outside of the genre. Quizzical Glass saw Cookie Crumble and relaxed, looking much at ease to see a familiar face. She had left her golden monocle at home; she hid her left eye slightly behind her mane in a shy manner.

Stained Glass
Stained Glass sneered at Gavel. "Hmm. I'm surprised you could take the time to get away from all the bribery. That innocent stallion you convicted earlier today... How much were you paid for that?"

Quill Deadline
Quill happily trotted past Gavel and Stained, having had heard their conversation. The night was already paying off! She could see the headline on the cover of the paper... No, no, she needed to focus. She still had so much more potential information to unearth.