Mach I

Nopony was informed of the situation developing in Canterlot. Everything about the attack was being held secret by the princesses and us. The only people who would suspect something was wrong would be the Royal Guard, as they were put on high alert. Twilight had agreed to allow me and Neon to help with the dragon problem. The train to Canterlot takes about two hours in total, and Neon was sleeping across the aisle next to me, beside Twilight, who was sleeping as well. Rainbow Dash was looking out the window to my right, watching everything that passed by. Applejack walked down the aisle with Rarity following right behind. She looked at me quizzically, then carried on behind Applejack. I slouched back into my cushioned seat, wondering how we could beat a dragon even with the Elements of Harmony to help. If Twilight failed with the only way to defeat the dragon before, how can we be sure the dragon will beaten by it this time? My brain hurt as the question flowed through my mind for the thousandth time today. I just need to have faith in her, that's all. She can do it. I know it.

The train slowly came to a stop, making me slide out of my seat. I regained my composure and looked at Neon. He was poking Twilight to get up. The mane 6 walked out without saying a word, not even Pinkie Pie. Neon and I followed behind, knowing we all were worried about what might happen. It was dark by the time we exited the train and the stars twinkled above us. We all made our way to the castle, still, none of us dared to speak a word. The guards allowed us to pass, and we made our way to the princess's chamber. The long walk to Celestia at the other end of the massive red carpet was nerve wracking. After what seemed like an eternity, we reached the princess. I sighed in relief as she broke the silence. "I am glad you all could make it here. Although, I wish it could be under better circumstances." She stood up and walked to face us at full height. "As you all know, a dragon is coming to Canterlot. The specific dragon that is making its way here is much stronger than any ordinary reptile. It has been sleeping for hundreds of years. This dragon is older and more dangerous than anything we have ever encountered in the wild before."

Twilight spoke up, "I am sure we can defeat it, after all, we have the Elements of Harmony here to help vanquish it." she said, pointing to Fluttershy, Rarity, Applejack, Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie.

"I apologize Twilight, but the Elements of Harmony were made to destroy all that is evil. This dragon is not evil, it is merely going on its instinct. The Elements will not harm the dragon." The princess spoke softly.

"B- but then how are we supposed to defeat it?" Twilight asked.

"We are relying on you, my faithful student, to use your knowledge of the 'Dragon Slayer'."

"Can't you help us then princess?" I asked. "Can't you help to defeat it?"

"No, Inferno. I have taken an oath to never harm a creature that has done nothing out of its nature." The princess said sadly. How did she know my name? "You should all rest up now, you have a lot of difficulties ahead of you."

Everyone walked away without saying a word. I realized now how bad the situation really seemed. The fate of Canterlot, or even Equestria now rested in the hands of Twilight Sparkle. I shouldn't doubt her. I mean, after all, she has saved Equestria three times before. I reassured myself. There was a long walk to the rooms we were staying in. As we came to the entrance of the doors, Twilight pulled out a scroll and read, "Rarity and Fluttershy, you will be staying together. Applejack and Pinkie Pie, you will be staying together." Applejack groaned, while Pinkie jumped in the air and shouted "YAY!"

Twilight continued reading. "Rainbow Dash, you will be staying with Inferno." Big surprise. I thought. "And finally, I will be staying with... Neon." Twilight finished. We all walked in to our correct rooms. I trotted on in through my door. The room I was staying in was huge. The ceiling was 20 feet high and the two beds looked something like they were from the queen of England's bedroom. Rainbow Dash flew to her bed and smashed down, causing her to bounce a few feet into the air off the springy mattress. I found my own bed and did a flip in the air before smashing down on the comfy cushions.

"Ah... This bed is the most comfortable thing I have slept on. Ever." I said, appreciating the designs on the comforters. I looked at Rainbow Dash and she was laying down just as lazily as me. I hit the light switch to my right and the whole room went black.

"Inferno?" Rainbow spoke, in an almost relaxed trance.

"Uh-huh?" I responded, almost in full sleep.

"Why do you think it is that you look so much like me?" She asked.

I thought for a moment. "Where I came from, I loved to go very fast while flying in the jets I piloted. I knew you were really fast and that you could even go faster then sound." I paused, then spoke again. "I think because I could relate to you in a sense, that made you my favorite out of the six of you ponies." There was a silence. Rainbow Dash did not respond for a while so I began to doze off. I instantly was kicked out of my comfortable almost-sleep state by Rainbow's quiet voice. "Are you having doubts that Twilight can defeat the dragon?"

I spoke in a similar quiet tone as hers, "I believe that she can do it. Even though she didn't make it before, doesn't mean she can't do it this time. I just have faith in her."

Rainbow Dash did not speak for the rest of the night, and neither did I. A few minutes later, I fell asleep.