The Imperium

Spike gasped for air. He jolted up out of his bed. He then felt an immense amount of pain. Of course, he produced a yell. "Whoa there Spike! Are you okay," asked Applejack. "Applejack," asked Spike.

"Yes?"

"Oh thank goodness. It was all a dream."

"Dream?"

Their conversation was cut short. Twilight and Rainbow Dash entered the room. "Oh Spike! Your awake," said Twilight. "We've just received word that the Combine are being pushed back. Most of the forces have been either killed or forced into retreating." "Looks like we did it," said Spike.

"Oh and Spike."

"Yes?"

"You have the worst of luck."

They both laughed. Spike looked at himself. He had so many bandages. Too much as a matter of fact. As Rainbow Dash, Twilight and Applejack went out the room, Spike decided to go outside for some fresh air. He walked out of the room and opened the front door. He saw many ponies tearing down Combine technology. He turned his head and saw Rarity sitting down and staring at the horizon. Watching everypony fixing, working and all that kind of stuff. Spike sat down next to her. "Spike! I didn't think you would come out this early," said Rarity. "Are you feeling okay?" "Yes," replied Spike. "Everything is over. The Combine are gone. Now we can live in harmony again."

"Heh heh. Yeah. It was a great little journey we had."

Rarity put her hand over Spike's hand. "Now we can live in peace," said Rarity. Spike turned and met eyes with her. The sun was setting so sweetly. And drew closer and kissed. "This, is our new beginning," said Spike.