The Imperium

"Rarity! Move up! Spike, head in that cottage and get out your sniper," Ordered Twilight. "Got it," Exclaimed Spike. "You got it, Twilight," said Rarity. As they all slowly head into a Combine checkpoint, they order civilian ponies to stay out of the checkpoint and to tell others to head a different way.

As the checkpoint gate closed and the Combine possessing only pistols and SMGs, Spike, Rarity and Twlight got into their positions. "Ready," said Spike. "Ready over here too Twilight," Said Rarity. "Alright ponies, give them hell," yelled Twilight.

"How do you like this! Great going Rarity. How are you Twilight?"

"I'm doing fine. Wait, what are they bringing out? Oh no. Spike! Watch out for the RPG!"

But it was too late. Wood and bricks fly as the cottage was hit by the fiery rocket. "SPIKE!! No no no no, please no." worried Twilight as she slowly moves away from her position. All that could be heard was radio static. But then, "Twilight, just... Keep firing... Worry about me later," said Spike in a very weak voice.

"Look! They're retreating!" yelled Rarity.

It was true. The Metro Police had had enough lost men during that fight. They took their APCs and drove out back to their headquarters bashing the checkpoint gate. The checkpoint gate was already smashed open. So that left only worries on Spike. Though he had enough energy to stumble out of the cottage, he wasn't looking to well.

"Spike," yelled Rarity as she caught him. "He isn't looking well Twilight, I'll take him back. You stay here and clear up the checkpoint."

"Okay. You keep Spike safe now," said Twilight.

Upon arriving at the Resistance Base, Spike was immediately layed on the nearest bed. "Stay with me Spike," said Rarity. "I'm here, don't worry," said Spike who still had a weak voice. Blood covered somewhat of his upper body.

"Spike, don't leave me. Please."

"You know I won't leave you Rarity. I am here to protect you."

"Get him the bandages! Hurry! Gather any medical supplies you can!"

Pinkie, Fluttershy and Rainbow Dash run around grabbing whatever they could to help Spike. Their effort was rewarded with Spike surviving and remaining in stable condition. The one thing that lingers in Rarity's head is that Spike is there to protect her.