The limousine drove Spike and Twilight through the city before pulling right up to the gates of Everfree Academy. The driver got out and opened the side door allowing Twilight and Spike to exit. As they stepped out, Spike looked up at the academy building in awe.

“Wow!” he gasped.

“Yeah, this place really does have that effect on others.” Twilight explained with a giggle.

“This is just amazing. I never thought I'd be standing on Everfree Academy's grounds.” Spike continued to look around amazed.

“Well, come on, Spike. I didn't bring you all the way here just to look at it.” Twilight said, leading him along. Spike followed Twilight as he continued to marvel at the school.

Everfree Academy; one of the most prestigious institutions ever. They say if you're lucky to get in, then there's a guarantee your future will be bright. A school that was way out of my league. At least I thought it was.

Soon Twilight brought Spike into the principal's office of the academy and was standing before a woman sitting at the desk, and another woman standing next to it. Both women were incredibly beautiful and curvaceous. The one sitting at the desk had pink-colored eyes and long flowing hair that had various colors of light green, pink and blue. The one standing close to her had long and wavy dark blue hair hair with light and dark blue streaks.

As Spike stood before the two ladies the one at the desk spoke up, “It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Spike Obsidian. I am Celestia Equestrius. Principal of Everfree Academy.”

The woman at her side spoke, “And I am Vice Principal Luna Equestrius, also a pleasure to meet you.”

'So they're sisters.' Spike thought.

Celestia continued, “Twilight has told us a great deal about you. She is one of my best students here and very special to me. Thank you for coming to her aid that day.” she bowed her head in respect.

Spike spoke up, “Well, I can't say I actually saved her or anything. I just took a beating.”

“Spike,” Twilight spoke to him, “Even if you didn't throw any punches you were the only one willing to step up and confront those who tried to do me harm while anyone else just looked the other way.”

Celestia nodded, “Such bravery is really rare. Especially in these times.”

“Even if you did not physically come to her defense just by showing concern like that proves you have a kind heart and soul.” Luna put in.

“Such people are who we look for to attend our academy,” Celestia continued, “And if Twilight's report on you is anything to go by you truly fit the bill.”

Spike blushed having not been used to such compliments as the principal continued, “Now then, I would consider it a great honor to have you attend Everfree Academy. As as a personal thank you for protecting my closest student there won't be any concern for yourself for paying tuition.”

Drakon who was floating at Spike's side looked intrigued, “This is a sweet deal, Spike. Now you have to say yes.”

Spike despite knowing what a sweet deal this was still felt unsure, and spoke up, “I'm grateful, but I still don't know if I truly belong here. I'm not that special.”

Celestia got up from her desk and walked around it to Spike, “Spike, what does it mean to you when someone is special?”

“Well, when one has something to offer that would benefit those around them.” Spike answered.

“While that may be true, I feel anyone can be special in their own ways, even if the person themselves don't see it. And we at this school want to help those discover what makes them special.”

“It's true, Spike,” Twilight confirmed, “Everyone here has found ways to discover how special they are in their own ways. And now you have the same chance as all of us.”

Spike was moved by their words and started thinking on it, as Celestia continued, “I understand this is a lot to drop on you, so for now why not take today as a trial enrollment to get better acquainted with everything here.”

“Uh, sure I can do that.”

Suddenly there was a knock at the door, “Principal Celestia? Vice Principal Luna?”

“Ah, perfect timing.” Celestia smiled.

Entering the office was a woman with pale, light grayish rose with light ceriseish gray stripes. She was dressed in black slacks and a moderate cerise jacket. The woman took notice of Spike and spoke up.

“Oh, so he's the one who will be joining us?”

“For a trial enrollment, but we can hope.” Luna answered.

“Spike, this is Ms. Cheerilee; one of our faculty members.” Celestia introduced him.

“It's a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Obsidian.” Cheerilee greeted him.

“Likewise, ma'am.” Spike replied.

“Cheerilee is one of our best teachers. You'll find her class to be very educational.” Luna explained to Spike.

Cheerilee nodded and spoke to the boy, “My class starts soon, so why don't we head over?”

“Um, ok.”

“Great,” Twilight got up, “We'll see you later.” Cheerilee left with the two teens as Celestia and Luna smiled eager to see how the new boy enjoys their school.

Spike waited outside the classroom as Cheerilee and Twilight went inside. As he stood while listening to Cheerilee begin announcements he thought to himself.

'I'm about to attend class with others I never met before. How will they feel about me compared to how my current classmates feel about me? Oh, this is making me sick to my stomach. But this is my chance to start fresh and challenge myself. I'm not the guy I was back then physically at least. But I came here to challenge myself and so far people believe in me.” he thought of Twilight, Celestia, and Luna.

“Alright, Spike, you may come in.” came Cheerilee's voice.

“Ok, this is it.” Spike said to himself as he opened the classroom door and entered.

As he entered the classroom he stood by Cheerliee's desk and looked out to the students present. Like Twilight, all the girls were wearing the girls uniform of Everfree Academy, while the boys were wearing male versions of the uniform with the difference is they wore black slacks and neckties.

Spike spoke up to everyone, “My name is Spike Obsidian. As part of my trial enrollment I will be joining you all and participating in class. Thank you for having me, and I hope to get along well with you all.” he bowed his head. When he looked up at the students he saw many of the girls looking at him in awe while blushing, and many guys looking just as surprised at him.

'Jeez, I know I should expect this, but some kind of reaction would be appreciated.' Spike thought before spotting Twilight among the students smiling at him and nodding to let him know it's ok.

'He's so handsome.' a girl thought.

'What a hottie!' another one thought to herself.

Cheerilee snapped them out of their stupor by clapping her hands together, “Could you all please not stare so much. You're making Spike uncomfortable,” and with that the students regained their composure as she turned to Spike, “You may take a seat, Mr. Obsidian. The one in the back by the window's free.”

“Yes, ma'am.” Spike answered, as he went in the back to the empty desk and sat down, while noticing the student sitting on his right side was a girl a year older than him with her hair colored dark gray with a lighter tint and done up in a coif.

“Now class, open your textbooks to... Oh, Mr. Obsidian, you can look off Ms. Melody's right next to you.”

Spike hearing that suddenly heard the sound of desk moving and looked to his right seeing the girl had pushed her desk right next to his and moved her textbook in the middle so both could look off it.

“Um, thank you. Ms. Melody?” he asked.

The girl nodded, “Octavia Melody; a pleasure to meet you.” Spike smiled sheepishly, as he and the students listened in on the lesson.

Throughout the class, Spike listened to the lesson and whenever Cheerilee asked a question about it he would raise his hand knowing what the answer was. What surprised him was how proactive and nice the students were. A feeling he never experienced at his current school.

When class ended, some of the students left the room, while some stayed behind and crowded Spike before he could get out of his seat.

“Hey, are you free after school?” A girl named Flitter asked.

“What school are you currently attending?” Another girl named Cloudchaser asked.

“Also, you in any clubs?” a boy named Thunderlane inquired.

“Do you have a girlfriend?” a girl named Amethyst Star asked.

“Um, no I don't.” Spike answered while secretly feeling overwhelmed. The girls who stuck around hearing Spike's recent answer suddenly felt an overwhelming sense of joy.

“Are you a pop idol or something? Cause ya sure got the face of one.” said another boy named Party Favor asked.

Before any one else could continue to pester Spike with more questions, a boy his age approached, “Hey, ease up, guys. You're overwhelming him before lunch. So why not save the questions for some other time?”

“Uh, right. We're sorry.” Cloudchaser apologized.

“Our bad.” Thunderlane said, as they took their leave as Spike was left with the boy who came to his aid.

“Sorry about that,” he told Spike, “But I can't say I blame them. We're all curious about you.”

“In a good way, right?” Spike asked hopefully.

“Of course. I'm Thorax by the way.” he introduced himself.

“Nice to meet you. I'm Spike, but you already know that.” Spike said sheepishly.

“Yeah. I was about to head for the cafeteria. Care to join me?” Thorax offered.

Spike curiously glanced over to see Twilight still in her seat was looking his way. Sensing what Spike was wondering Twilight nodded and beckoned him to go along, “Sure.” Spike answered, as the two headed off.

They made their way to the spacious cafeteria where students were seated in groups or in line getting food. Spike looked up at the menu display in awe.

“Wow. So much variety, and at such low prices.”

“Yeah, it's got everything,” Thorax admitted, “Come on, let's get in line.”

So Spike and Thorax got in line before selecting some food from the menu before looking around for a place to sit, until someone called out to them.

“Hey, Thorax! You guys can sit here!” The two saw sitting at a table alone was a boy their age with hair colored moderate scarlet with a streak of moderate tangelo.

“Hey, Button, thanks for saving us a spot.” Thorax said, as he and Spike sat down.

“Anytime,” Button turned to Spike, “You're Spike Obsidian. We're in class together. My name's Button Mash.”

“It's nice to meet you.” Spike greeted.

“Button Mash here is known as the videogame wizard.” Thorax explained.

“Videogame wizard?” Spike asked the boy.

“Yeah. When it comes to vid-games, I know them all.” Button boasted.

“Sweet.” Spike admitted.

“That's why I'm president of the gamers club. Have you decided on joining any clubs yet?” Button inquired.

“No, I haven't. But I'm sure I will eventually.”

“Well, no pressure. You'll know what you want when you see it.” Thorax said.

“By the way, Thorax, did you catch the last episode of Power Princesses?” Button asked.

“Sure did. Man that episode was good.”

“Wait, you two watch Power Princesses?” Spike asked the two in disbelief.

“We sure do,” Thorax confirmed, “Button got me hooked on it.”

“You follow it too, Spike?” the gamer asked.

“I sure do. It's one of the best shows ever.”

“And that's a fact.” Thorax put in.

Spike smiled and thought, 'I can't believe are really others out there who like the same stuff I like.'

Drakon appeared at his side, “Yeah looking at everyone else from your current school they don't look like they enjoy half the stuff you do. But I got a good vibe from these guys. They'd make excellent buds.” Feeling Drakon was right about that Spike smiled seeing he was already making friends.

And so the rest of the day continued with Spike growing more accustomed to Everfree Academy and the students as well. Then when the day was over Spike returned to Celestia's office where she and her sister waited.

“Well, Spike, have you come to a decision?” Celestia inquired.

Spike nodded, “I have. I wish to enroll at Everfree Academy full time.”

Celestia and Luna smiled, as the younger sister spoke, “So we take it you enjoyed today?”

“I sure did. The teachers were very clear in their lessons which were very educational, and to top it off, the students were very nice to me.” Spike explained.

“We're glad to hear it,” Celestia replied, “As we said we prioritize character in our students when having them enroll. So you should find no trouble with any of your new classmates.”

“We'll get started on your full transfer to Everfree Academy with Principal Neighsay.” Luna said.

“But for now, you're free to go.” Celestia concluded.

“Thank you both, and once again I'm so grateful for this opportunity.” Spike said gratefully before leaving the office.

When Spike left the office he saw Twilight standing by the downward stairs, “Spike.” she greeted.

“Hi, Twilight.”

“Did you tell Principal Celestia your decision?”

“I did.” he confirmed.

“And?”

Spike smiled, “I've decided to attend full time.”

“Really? That's wonderful!” Twilight cheered, “I know someone who'll really wanna celebrate that.”

“Who?” Spike raised a brow.

“Well, do you have plans right now?” she asked.

“Not really, no.”

“Then it'll be easier to show you who. Come with me.” she beckoned him.

Spike curious to know who Twilight was talking about decided to follow her down the stairs wondering what new and exciting things he was going to learn about, and what new people he'll be meeting.

Author's Note

Hope you all have a Happy Thanksgiving.