The Slumbering Servant.

Three days. It had been three days since Twilight Sparkle and her friends used the elements of harmony to turn Nightmare Moon back into the kind Princess Luna. Since then, Luna had returned to Canterlot to rule beside her sister. Twilight returned to her new home in Ponyville. While at first reluctant to leave Canterlot, she was now grateful  that Princess Celestia ordered her to make friends. She never realized how wonderful having friends could be!

But, you saw the first episode. You already know all of this. Right?

Lately, she's been spending alot of time with her new friends. Yesterday, she helped Fluttershy with her animals and the day before that she was with Rarity at the spa. They would go on picnics and on walks around the town. They would see what treats they could get a sugar cube corner and even helped Applejack around the orchards.

But, as much as she loved her friends, she was making today her day. She'd see her friends later, but right now she was going to sit down and spend a good few hours reading one of her many books. And one of the benefits of living in a library, is having a nearly endless selection. Twilight had books on pretty much everything, from spell books to encyclopedias. She did not lack variety.

But there was, of course, a problem. She didn't know what one to choose. She has read every single book in that library, from front to back. As much as she loved them... they were getting a little old.Twilight had spent more than twenty five minutes trying to make up her mind, and was still at a loss. She continued to walk from shelf to shelf, hoping that something would catch her eye. Nothing did.

" Come on, there has to be something here." She mumbled to herself. " Ancient Equestrian history"? Read it. "Dragon age, tale of the darkspawn"? Good, but I'm not really in the mood for fantasy."The horrifying tale of Princess Molestia"? Sorry, but I don't want to be scared either." She sighed." Isn't there anything newer, anything I haven't read?"

Spike watched her from his spot on the stairs and gave a small chuckle. Over the years, he's noticed a pattern to her behavior. Whenever there was something she couldn't figure out or accomplish, she would talk to herself. It's starts out with small comments, then spirals into full blown conversations. Speaking of the purple unicorn, Spike saw the all too familiar eye twitch of frustration. Time to bring her back to sanity.

"Twilight, you're doing it again." He said, walking down the stairs.

"I'm doing what?" She asked, cocking her head to the side.

"Talking to yourself."

"I...I don't talk to myself."

"Yes, you do. Come on Twi, you know you do it." He crossed his arms. She sighed.

" Ok, you're right, I do. I admit it. But it's only to help me concentrate and keep my thoughts from jumbling together. It's just my way of organizing my mind." Spike decided to switch topics now.

" What are you trying to do anyway?" Twilight smiled.

" Delighted you asked,Spike!" She turned back to her books before speaking again." As you know, after coming to Ponyville, I've made quite a few knew friends. And lately, we've all been spending alot of time together. Going on walks , having picnics, those kinds of things. But, as much as I enjoy their company, today I just want to read a good book. Just like old times."

"Ok, but what's causing all the frustration?"

Twilight dropped her head in shame." I...I can't choose one!" She pointed her hoof at the shelf." It used to be so easy. All I had to do was pick one at random and then I was set. But now it seems that I've read everything there is to read here. I might have to go and get new material." She turned away from the shelves and headed for the door. "I'll be back in a little bit, Spike."

She planned to go to the book store and check out their selection. But, from what's about to happen, that will not be necessary.

Just as she reaches the door, she hears a knock from the other side.Surprised, she opens the door to see a unicorn that she has never met. This unicorn had a neon green coat and bright red mane. His cutie mark was of a mirror within a mirror. He also appeared to have a bag strapped to his side. Upon seeing Twilight, the unicorn smiled.

"Ah, good, I finally found you!" He said.

Twilight was puzzled." Y-you were looking for me? Who are you?" She asked

"Oh, sorry! I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Looking Glass, and I was trying to find the owner of this library.And from the description I was given, I think I just found her." He smiled again.

" Why were you looking for me?"

"Well, first things first. You ARE Twilight Sparkle, yes?"

" Yes, I am."

" Good. I have something for you. Something I'm certain you will be very interested in." His horned glowed with magic as he used it to open his bag. From the bag, came an old, brown book. " Miss Sparkle, I wish to make a donation to your library."

Twilight's eyes widened. JACKPOT!

" You want to make donation? That's great! Perfect timing too! I was actually on my way to the bookstore right now. Here, come inside." She opened the door wider and lead him in." If you want, you can set the book on the table there." She pointed to the table in the middle of the room. " Um...is there anything you would like to drink or eat?"

He shook his head." No,I'm fine. But thank you for asking." He smiled again. He also took  notice of her collection. Not nearly as big as his own library, but still admirable.

" Think nothing of it." She paused, then spoke again."So...that book you brought, what's it about?" Her eagerness was apparent in her speech.

" Well, the book is called " The Black Betrayal". It's an interesting story about a human warrior who died defending the royal family a long time ago. Well...back when there were humans any way."

"Back when there were humans? You actually believe they existed?"

"Of course I believe they existed! This book is not fairy tale, it's a work of fact. Trust me, read the book and you will believe."

She was about to say something back when a thought crossed her mind. He said that he was trying to find her. And he made sure that she was in fact the pony he was looking for. Why go to all that trouble to make a donation to a library? Any library would have been fine, but he sought her out. And only her.

" Wait. When you first got here you said that you were trying to find me. There are libraries all over Equestria. Why bring this just to me? There's a more specific answer than just wanting to drop off a book, isn't there?"

He chuckled. "You are just as perceptive as I was told. Yes, Miss Sparkle, I sought you out for a reason. Hhm, where to begin?" He paused for a moment before continuing. "Do you know why my name is Looking Glass?" Twilight shook her head. "It's because I can see the paths of life. I can see beyond the looking glass and into prophecy, and I can see where all the roads lead. And the most important path I see...is your's."

This surprised her. " M-me? What's so important about me." She asked nervously.

" Your destiney...is glorious. You have a destiney so amazing that you can't even imagine it!"

"Me? No, that can't be right. I'm nopony, just  a reader of good books."

"Really? Just a reader? Well, you could have fooled me. You know, seeing as how you're the bearer of the element of magic, defeated the villain know as Nightmare Moon and don't forget that you're the personal student to Princess Celestia. You are more than you're willing to admit. So long as you continue down this path, you will accomplish great things."

"Down this path? What does that mean?"

"Remember when I told you that I can see your path? Well, your path is directly connected to a prophecy. One, that will  come to pass only if you allow it. That is why I brought the book to you." His tone suddenly became ominous. " Miss Sparkle, know that a chain of events has already been set in motion. what you do with the information is this book will determine the fates of your friends, your family, your rulers...and someone you don't even know." He walked to the door and opened it with magic. "I'm sorry Miss Sparkle, but I have to leave now. I know that you have many questions, but if you would please read the book, I promise all will be clear." He passed through the doorway. "Have a pleasant day, Miss Sparkle." With that he closed the door behind him.

Twilight watched him leave then turned to the book on the table. Now that she had a closer look at it, she could tell there was something in between the pages. She used her magic and opened the book.

On the first page was an envelope with her name on it.