As you scoured the area for supplies, you stumbled upon a small clearing where you spotted Applejack deeply engrossed in writing notes. Curiosity piqued, you approached cautiously, hoping to strike up a conversation with the hardworking pony.

Howdy there! Name's Applejack. Sorry if I seem a mite preoccupied, but I've been keepin' track of all the strange happenin's 'round these parts. With this infection spreadin' like wildfire, it's important to jot down every detail. Ya never know what might be useful in findin' a solution. Now, if ya don't mind, I've got a heap of notes to sort through. But feel free to stick around if ya wanna lend a hoof!