18 - Sleepless In...An Alternate Reality?

That night, I tossed and turned. My head stuck in constant brainspin, Luna tried to console me through my dreams...if I was even having them, that was. I stared blankly at the roof of the tent, Rarity by my side. I lacked the energy and resolve to put my faith in her. Perhaps we were dying out. But my thoughts weren't swaying to Rainbow Dash either. I couldn't bear the thought of being alone once more, but perhaps it had to happen...

Why are you stuck on those two! Shouldn't you be thinking about the battle?...

I guess... I sighed. Yeah...you're right. That's more important.

Why so blank-minded, anyway? Don't get hung up on them, they're getting in your way!

No! Don't put it like that! Maybe you're right, but I can't let you say things like that!

Who's the destiny pilot here? Me! Yeah, that's right, Game Changer. You're the co-star here.

Hmph...you're right. And I guess that makes you right about Rarity and Rainbow...

I might be a little harsh, but trust me, I know my stuff. I was made for this.

OK...

Also, I know something you don't.

What's that?

There's a pretty mare out there, who's just left a decent stallion –

Tell me! Tell me!

And d'you know who she's looking for? The excitement in Starlow's voice was putting me on edge. Maybe she was out there, that perfect pony... Someone who'd stay by my side, no matter what, and understand me, and help me. That was the mare I wanted. Maybe she was out there...

It's you, Game Changer. And trust me, when you find her, you're gonna love her.

Hey! I need hints! Who is this mare?

Not telling~ Starlow's voice was now annoyingly singsong. I had to find her. Maybe she was the key...the key to the rest of my life, to Equestria, to the final fall of Discord...

Only time would tell.