“I don’t see you around anymorrrrre.” Firework protested. “It’s like you’re avoiding me.”  
Dusk Star gave him a apologetic expression. “I’m just really busy - I don’t have much time for anything when I’m-”  
“Following the princesses around and making eeeeverypony happy?”  
“Don’t make fun of what I do. It’s important to Equestria.”  
“I’m not making fuuun. I just know that if you spend too much time away…” Firework pulled Dusk closer. “You might get snatched up by some handsome stallion that isn’t me.”  
This made Dusk turn a shade of rose pink on his blue fur. “I-I am not looking for anypony!”  
“C’mon, Duskie…can’t you at least admit you want to hang out with me?” Firework pulled him closer.  
“That has nothing to do with l-l-liking anypony!”  
The two stallions were nearly cheek-to-cheek now, and Dusk was completely uncomfortable with the proximity. But a small part of him was tempted to stay this close to the bold stallion, so he made no sudden moves.