In the predictable panic that followed, he saw the outlines of a white face distancing themselves from the room’s inner wall. At first he thought she would step out in person, but apparently it was merely an updated version of the same portal Fluttershy had used, its visual presentation matching the pony using it.
“Oh, hi.”
Rarity raised an eyebrow. Given that he was in a good mood due to the recent success, Slamp quickly decided to do the smart thing, bowing his head respectfully.
“Good morning, Miss Rarity.”
Now Rarity smiled approvingly, giving a slight nod.
“Morning, is it? Curious, we have early evening, here.” She pivoted her head around, examining larger parts of the room. “I do hope your success hasn’t caused any serious trouble?”
“No, I think we’ll reset the timeline soon, so it won’t matter.”
Rarity nodded again. “Very well. Would you say you are still in need of further assistance?”
“Uhm.” Slamp hesitated, briefly wondering whether there was a right or a wrong answer. “... I guess?”
“Has dear Fluttershy not been helpful? She’s been terribly worried that she might have been too obtuse.”
“Oh, no, she’s been great help. Her riddle was pretty simple, actually.”
“Was it, now?”
Slamp blinked. Rarity’s lips twitched.
“She really is shy to a fault. It is right in her name... names are terribly important, I must say. Why, have you looked at Pinkie Pie?”
“Um... yeah.” Slamp frowned, wondering if there was a point to-
“In any case, I’m afraid I have to excuse myself already. To be quite honest, I do feel a bit uncomfortable in such an evil place.”
“What? But you haven’t given me any clues...”
At that, Rarity gave a smile and a wink, and then she was gone, leaving a confused Slap J behind.