“In early times, astronomy only comprised the observation and predictions of the motions of objects visible to the naked eye. In some locations, early cultures assembled massive artifacts that possibly had some astronomical purpose. In addition to their ceremonial uses, these observatories could be employed to determine the seasons, an important factor in knowing when to plant crops, as well as in understanding the length of the year.” My voice echoed through the room as the sound of people writing greeted my ears. I stood in front of a black board that showed a caricature of space fanatic with the speech bubble that read Spaaaaace!

“Most of early astronomy actually consisted of mapping the positions of the stars and planets, a science now referred to as astrometry. From these observations, early ideas about the motions of the planets were formed, and the nature of the Sun, Moon and the Equis in the Universe were explored philosophically. Equis was believed to be the center of the Universe with the Sun, the Moon and the stars rotating around it. This is known as the geocentric model of the Universe, or the Ptolemaic system, named after Ptolemy.” I continued to drone on as the class took notes. Taking a quick side glance at the clock on the wall, I could only frown at the time. It was thirty minutes before class is done and this is just so boring.

“Any questions?” I asked after a brief pause. Everyone raised their hand up without hesitation. “That isn't about my name.” I added, seeing most of the hands go back down except for one.

“Yes, Sunset?” I asked.

“Before tools like the telescope were invented, early study of the stars was conducted using the naked eye, right?” She asked with genuine curiosity.

“Pretty much.” I answered nonchalantly before sitting down. Sunset lowered her hand before writing it down on her notebook. I looked back at the clock only to see that a single minute has passed and smacked my head against my desk, startling the class.

“Fuck it.” I said, my voice muffled slightly by the desk before I raised my head and saw the entire class looking at me. “Class dismissed.” With those words, everyone stood up and took their leave without question.

I sighed as I leaned back on the chair and closed my eyes. Though in hindsight, I should've made sure that everyone left. Opening my right eye, I saw Sunset placing a familiar paper on my desk. Picking up the paper, I began reading it and after I was finished, I placed it back down on the desk before grabbing my pen and grading it.

“Why are you still here?” I asked her before looking at the orange haired girl. “Shoo.” With that she left without a word. I looked down at the perfectly answered test before leaning back on my chair again.

“Finally.” I breathed out before opening the top drawer of my desk. At first glance, I could only see a few pens, some paper and a stapler but reaching under the stack of paper, I pulled out an old looking watch. Looking down at the watch, I choked a bit when I looked at it.

“I have been gone for that long?” I asked no one particular. With a groan, I placed the watch onto the desk beside the test. “Someone is being a lazy prick.”

I stood up and stretched my arms before looking back down at my desk. I opened the top drawer again before accidentally pulling out a large sword.

“How did that get in there?” I asked before pushing it back in the drawer. Looking in the drawer, I found what I was looking for and pulled it out. A small black case.

Opening the case, I saw the velvety red of the inside and a familiar shaped slot at the center. Taking hold of the watch on the desk, I then placed it inside the case before closing it and throwing it behind me.

“Now what should I do next?” I said, stroking my chin while snapping my fingers with my free hand. With each snap, the room around me was altered from being made of cheese to being in the middle of a medieval battle.

With another set of finger snapping, the room continued to change into the most ridiculous things before changing back to normal. Thinking of nothing to do, I groaned with a facepalm.

“Bugger.” I said under my breath while lowering my hand back down. Looking down at myself, I saw that I had managed to make myself seem younger as well as change my attire.

To put it bluntly, I looked like a collage punk with all the black, spikes and chain I wore. With a frown, I snapped my fingers again and the effects were more pleasing.

Wearing a black two-Button dress suit and necktie in burgundy, I couldn't help but smirk before adjusting my newly acquired tie. Now looking like a gentleman in his mid-twenties, I walked out into the halls and was met with the stunned faces of a few students.

Finding amusement in their faces, I chuckled before leaving them there. As I walked down the hall, I caught a few stares and heard whispers before exiting the main hall and standing in front of the statue.

Hearing the bell ring, I stood beside the statue and waited as students poured out from the front doors. After almost twenty minutes, I frowned before going back inside.

It didn't take long for me to find my destination, the loud music helped as well. I leaned on the door frame, keeping the door ajar.

In the room were the band known as the Rainbooms. The members consisted of Twilight’s human friends and herself. They were in the middle of a practice session until Twilight finally noticed me and missed a few words.

With a chuckle, I fully entered the room and closed the door behind me.

“Don't mind me, you seem to be having fun.” I said, sitting down on the large couch. Twilight looked at me in confusion before realizing who I was.

“Volburaal?” She asked, earning a nod from me as I lounged back onto the comfortable couch.

“The astronomy teacher?” Asked Rainbow and Sunset almost simultaneously.

“He looks more like a Hitman than a teacher.” Added Pinkie with her usual peppy tone. Fluttershy let out a squeak after hearing the word Hitman.

“Yes it's me, Twilight. Oh and Pinkie, I'm not gonna lie, I did take the look from one.” I said with a grin before turning to look at Rainbow.

“How though?” Was all she asked. “How did you go from being a cranky thirty something year old teacher to… this!” Rainbow exclaimed as she gestured towards me.

“Hasn't Twilight told you?” I asked, seeing their heads shake no while Twilight looked down in embarrassment for forgetting. “Here I thought we had something special, Twilight but then you go and forget to mention me to your friends!” I said in a mocking tone before standing up.

“I am Volburaal Nahlii, Chaos incarnate and…” I said, not finishing my sentence on purpose and waited for Twilight.

“My special somepony.” Twilight said in a hushed tone though everyone in the room clearly heard her. The silence was replaced by me clapping my hands.

“Now I do believe you have a song to practice.” I told them before sitting back down. Twilight looked back at her friends before looking at me.

“Twi.” I called her out, gaining her attention while her friends were busy packing up. “Something wrong?” I asked her with concerned in my tone.

“No, nothing's wrong.” She answered with a shake of her head. “Everything's just fine.” She spoke with a nervous tone. I stood up and walked towards her. Twilight’s friends looked at us before quietly leaving the room.

“Come on, you can tell me.” I told her as I moved a lock of hair away.

“It's… it's the pressure. I can't write a make a spell to fight against the sirens. What if I can't come up with a spell to stop the sirens? We'll lose and it'll all be my fault.” She let out in a single breath before taking a deep breath and looking down in sadness. “It's hopeless for me.” I frowned before lifting her gaze by the chin.

“You aren't hopeless, you know this as much as I do. You're overexerting yourself, you need to calm down and take your time.” I told her in a calming tone. “The event is only three days away, plenty of time for you to come up with something.” With that said, I gave her a quick peck on the lips.

“Thank you.” She muttered, stunned by the quick kiss. Mentally I sighed, has she not gotten it through her head yet?

“Now come on, I plan on treating you to a romantic dinner.” I told her as I gently took hold of her hand. “Without any interruptions.”

“But I'm still in my uniform while you're dressed like a gentlecolt.” She spoke, gesturing her attire. With a smirk, I replied.

“Really now?” I said before grabbing the collar of her her shirt and yank it down, causing her clothes to change in the blink of an eye. Now instead of a school uniform, she wore a stunning black dress. Of course, Twilight yelped in shock but soon saw her new dress before admiring it through a mirror I had just made.

“I think I've outdone myself.” I said with a cocky grin. Her look of surprise was soon replaced with a big smile.

“This looks…” She said not finishing her sentence before twirling.

“Beautiful.” I said with a smile.

“Yes, beautiful.” She said before looking at me. I could see the sparkle in her eyes.

“I don't mean the dress.” I said, placing the mirror away. “So how about that dinner date?”

Author's Note

And here we go again.

If there is a grammatical error, please notify me.