Diamond glanced around the dining room, as if some other pony might be hiding behind the plant in the corner. “It's 'cause she didn't think that everypony would want to eat breakfast at the same time, and it's easier to keep it warm and ready to go whenever somepony wants to eat.” She lowered her voice and leaned in a bit closer to Lyra. “Raven got up before sunrise. 'Cause she's Princess Celestia's assistant. Starlight must have known she would. I woulda been taken by surprise, except that I slept on the couch.”