All I Want

The next morning Adagio awakens to the smell of eggs and bacon. Following the marvelous smell she makes it downstairs and quickly grabs a seat at the table as sunset finishes making them breakfast. Adagio still couldn’t believe what was happening, after everything her and the Dazzling’s did and the awful things she said to Aria and Sonata she wasn’t surprised that everyone hated her guts. Not a single person in Canterlot wanted anything to do with the former siren. Everywhere she went that night all she got was hateful glares full of malice, yet here was this one girl the one who defeated her none the less offering her a place to stay and cooking her breakfast. Adagio was so confused on one hand she was happy to find someone who provided for her and generally cared for her, on the flipside however she was scared that this was all a ruse and that something bad would surely happen.

“Here ya go Adagio; I didn’t know how you liked your eggs cooked so I hope sunny side up is ok.” Sunset giggles sliding the plate over to Adagio before fixing her plate and sitting down.

“Oh that ok I’m not really picky about my eggs to tell you the truth when me and the other two were living together I frequently cooked scrambled eggs so it’s nice to have something different.” She smiled as she took a bite of her eggs before she put her fork down and her eyes widened.

“Sunset what did you do to these eggs.” Worried that she did something wrong she begins to worry.

“Nothing, why is there something wrong with how they taste?” Sunset goes to pick up her plate to throw it away. As Adagio begins to laugh and finish chewing her eggs.

“Got ya Sunset, no the eggs taste amazing I just wanted to play a joke on you.” Sunset just stood there for a few seconds before she to begin laughing with Adagio. never has Adagio been one for jokes and pranks that was always Sonatas thing even to this day Adagio didn’t know why she pulled the prank maybe deep down she was warming up to Sunset. The two girls sat at the table and talked for hours before getting down to business.

“Ok if we’re gonna get you a job we gotta find out what your Strengths and weaknesses are.” Sunset said pulling out her laptop and loading up several job listing sites. Adagio pauses and thinks for a few seconds before sinking her head.

“Nothing singing was all I really had and without my magic I can’t sing like I used to.” She leans into her hand which she propped up on the table sighing deeply. Sunset begins to think for another way that they can do this all while showing that Adagio is willing to change so long as people give her a chance.

“I got a better idea Adagio go upstairs and get dressed I think I have some formal clothes in my closet. I’m gonna take you to a few places nearby who knows we may have better luck that way. Sunset takes their empty plates and she rinses them off before putting them in the sink before she goes to call her friend Twilight and see if she can come as backup and moral support.

“Oh hey Sunset how are you doing this morning?” Twilight said on the phone still a little groggy from last night.

“I’m fine Twilight; although last night something strange happened I’m starting to think some of your teachings are finally paying off.” She giggles slightly sitting on her couch.

“What do you mean Sunset, what happened last night?” Realizing what she was about to say Sunset takes a deep breathe.

“Remember the three girls that almost took over the school.” there is a small pause

“Ah yes three sirens. Yes I remember them.” Twilight said in a slightly annoyed tone. “Well, there leader Adagio is staying with me now before you freak out and get the elements all ready for a fight and all that let me explain. Last night after the battle of the bands I went to Sugarcube Corner to grab a coffee and some doughnuts so I could unwind. Well, while I was there seated in the corner covered up in her hoodie was that girl Adagio well as I got closer to her I could tell that she was crying and not in a very happy mood. Well, after some apprehension I finally got her to spill her guts to me. Apparently after we defeated them they got into a big fight behind the school and some hateful words were said. Sadly it only escalated from there. Long story short Adagio really hurt her friends feelings and they abandoned her but as she told that story all I could think about was the time after you offered to be my friend. I was an emotional wreck after you guys defeated me but then you showed me the power of friendship. Well, right now Adagio needs that friendship and that’s why she is staying with me.” Sunset takes a deep breath after the rather lengthy explanation she gave Twilight.

“Sunset that is very noble of you and I’m very proud of you but you gotta be careful she could be trying to earn your trust. Remember sirens are masters of manipulation.” On the surface Sunset agreed with her but deep down she could feel that Adagio was sincere about changing. After all to completely change you sometimes have to lose everything and it was obvious that Adagio had nothing left to lose.

“Twilight I honestly think that for once you’re wrong I saw it in her eyes last night that girl is broken at this point she just wants to be adored and validated. She wants to feel like she still has meaning.” Twilight could notice a faint change in Sunsets tone of voice there was no mistaking it was that same tone she heard that fateful night after the battle with Sunset. This girl was determined to help Adagio and if she was this adamant about it then Twilight was gonna do her best to be there for support.

“Alright Sunset I believe you so what is your plan?” Twilight said stretching as Sunset heard her bed creak as she was getting up.

“Well, I’m starting off simple; I’m trying to get Adagio a job so she can start buying her own clothes and supplies along with chipping in for utilities and rent.” Twilight heads to the bathroom and turns the water on and begins brushing her teeth.

“You do know how hard that’s gonna be right?” Twilight stressed to Sunset, “I mean look how long it took you to get settled in and comfortable here.” Twilight spits into the sink and then rinses out her mouth before wiping her mouth. “On top of that only the school despised you, the whole town hates her and her friends this isn’t gonna be easy Sunset.”

“Since when is friendship easy as her only friend I’m gonna be there for her through thick and thin no matter what. Hell you guys did the same thing to me so I think it’s only fair that I show that same compassion to her.” Unaware of her surroundings Sunset didn’t notice Adagio eavesdropping on their conversation.

“Fair enough Sunset you and her get ready and come one by to get me when you guys are ready. See you soon bye Sunset.” Twilight says with an audible smile on her face.

“Bye Twilight see you in a few.” Sunset hangs up the phone before checking on Adagio to see if she found any clothes yet. As she gets closer to her door she hears an annoyed grunt. Concerned she opens her door to find Adagio struggling with one of Sunsets bras.

“Need some help Dagi?” Sunset says trying to suppress her laughter at the sight of her new friend’s rather interesting dilemma.

“Yes I’ve tried fitting into this bra several times but I think it’s too small for me.” Now, Sunset by no means had a small bust last time she was measured she wore a C-cup but it’s now painfully obvious that Adagio was a solid D-cup at the least. After a few minutes of relishing in jealousy Sunset walks over to Adagio.

“Adagio what is your cup size?” Taken back by the sudden question she looks over to Sunset. “Last time I measured I was a 36DD why do you ask?” Sunsets jealousy now a little bit more noticeable causes Adagio o smirk and turn to Sunset. “Why what’s your size Sunset.” Adagio says jokingly as she elbows Sunset laughs’, blushing in embarrassment Sunset turns her head away.

“34C.” she says pouting under her breath. Adagio wraps an arm around her and gives her a big hug.

“That’s a pretty normal size Sunset, I’m jealous.” Sunset stops before looking at Adagio with confusion.

“How are you jealous of me? Your boobs are massive.” Adagio laughs some more before playfully punching Sunsets arm.

“Because these puppies are a pain in the ass, between the back pain and the ridiculous price of bras nowadays there more of a curse than a gift so count yourself lucky Sunset.” She jokingly squeezes her boobs before putting her old bra back on and putting on her clothes. Adagio was never one for wearing anything that wasn’t purple or a dress or skirt but she found something that she actually felt comfortable in. Adagio put on her white button up shirt which surprisingly clung to her form perfectly showing the right amount of curve without being skin tight the black dress pants were a little tight around her upper legs and ass but no to the point where it was uncomfortable and finally she put on some black high heeled boots. She turns to Sunset and strikes a pose.

“What do you think Sunset do I look professional enough.” Sunset turns around only to stop and admire Adagio for a few. She did look amazing in this kind of formal attire. After a few seconds of awkward staring Sunset shakes her head and speaks.

“After we try out these places were gonna take you shopping so we can get you some new clothes along with some toiletries as well. But for now let’s head out and go pickup Twilight.” Sunset and Adagio head out the door and get into Sunsets car and they drive away.

“Oh hold on a second I gotta do something first.” Adagio says riffling through her purse pulling out a hair tie. “Can't apply for a job with your hair all over the place can you.” She laughs as she puts the back part of her hair into a tight bun letting her poufy bangs remain where they are. “Much better now I look professional.” Sunset just rolls her eyes and laughs as they arrive at Twilight’s house. Sunset honks the horn to let Twilight know there here as they wait.

In the back of her mind Sunset was worried about Adagio. She is as happy and willing as ever to change and for the first time Sunset as seen this once evil siren laugh, joke, and generally have fun with someone. Make no mistake the old Adagio is dying out super quickly and a new Adagio is being born. One that’s Kind, Funny, and determined to make a change to better herself and start over, Sunset however knew that not everyone would be as willing to forgive Adagio as much as Sunset did, then again only Sunset knew the true pain that comes with being rejected even when trying to change. Regardless this was not gonna be an easy day for her or Adagio. After an hour of waiting Twilight finally comes out and gets in the car. When Twilight first saw the new Adagio she was shocked. She didn’t look like the evil siren she once was no this was a totally different girl. This girl was so friendly and always smiling needless to say Twilight was proud of Sunset and she now believes this can be done. Sunset can permanently change her for the better.

“Hey Twilight long time no see.” Adagio said with a smile on her face. “I can’t believe you guys thought I would never change. I guess Sunset here is a lot better at this than you thought huh Twilight.” As soon as they here this both Twilight and Sunset eyes shoot open wide.

“Adagio how did you know about that I thought you were upstairs.” Her smile turns to a confident smirk.

“Oh it was easy I heard Twilight's name so I got curious and eavesdropped on the conversation. You guys should really learn to whisper.” Sunset shakes her head.

“So, you heard everything, like every word we said.” Twilight said lowering her head ashamed thinking back to what she said about Adagio.

“Yes but it's ok girls I’m not mad after everything that has happened Twilight is allowed to be suspicious of me. I mean if I were in Twilight's position I would be suspicious of me to.” They all share a laugh as they arrive at the first place that was hiring a small grocery store near Sugarcube Corner. At first Adagio was nervous once they parked their car and walked up to the doors of the market but she quickly steeled herself as they headed inside. As soon as she stepped inside the store everyone stopped and stared right at her. For a few seconds no words were said but the looks Adagio was getting from both employees and patrons alike was all she needed to know that no one in that store wanted her there. She felt a sharp pain in her heart at the evil stares people were giving her, but she had to do this she wasn’t gonna sit by and let people judge her on her past. She straightened herself out and marched confidently to the customer service desk.

“Excuse me miss.” Adagio said politely, “I couldn’t help but notice that you had a now hiring sign in your window and I was wondering if your manager was in so I could speak with him.” The lady stops for a few and looks Adagio up and down.

“Ah whatever I don’t care anymore.” The rather old lady said paging the manager to the Customer service desk. “He will be up in a few just go sit over here.” Excited for how easy that was she sits down with Sunset and twilight and wait.

“She seems like a bundle of joy.” Twilight said sarcastically as she pointed to the receptionist as the three of them giggled softly. After a while the manager came to the front and boy was he intimidating.

He walks on over to Sunset. “Hello miss my name is Iron Will and I’m the general manager of this super market I understand you were looking for a job here. Suddenly the receptionist interrupts him.

“Not that one you muscle bound oaf, the on to the right was the one who applied.” She points his attention to Adagio as he blushes in embarrassment and quickly walks over to her.

“My apologies miss as I said before my name is Iron Will and I’m the general manager of this here super market. My receptionist tells me you’re here for a job.” Adagio stands up and shakes his hand.

“Yes sir my name is Adagio Dazzle I just recently started attending CHS and I need a job so I can pay half of my roommate here’s rent. I can do any job you need I don’t mind so long as I can get paid.”

“Well, that sounds like a very good reason to apply for a job. Let me just have my assistant manager bring me an application for you to fill out.” Mr. Will gets on his walkie-talkie. “Flash could you please bring a job application to the front of the store please.” The walkie-talkie chimes back. “Don’t worry sir I’ll be up there in a sec.”

“Thank you” Mr. Will chimes back as they all wait at the front and converse. Flash Sentry comes to the front with a packet of papers but freezes when he sees Adagio.

“Holy shit I know you. You and those other three girls tried to take over the school and mind controlled everyone.” Flash didn’t realise how loud he was but he was loud enough to where everyone turned to Adagio and gave her that now trade mark stare that could only convey one phrase. “We hate you. You’re a monster.” Confused Mr. Will looks at Flash taking the application from him.

“Son what are you talking about how could someone who looks this innocent be able to mind control people. That’s just silly.” He said holding his stomach and laughing.

No sir I’m serious she isn’t like us. She is this evil manipulative monster called a siren.” As flash verbally attacks Adagio all she can do is sink her head and hold her arm. Deep down she knew he was right she was a monster who did terrible things to her. Just then a single tear run down her cheek. Sunset instantly picks up on Adagio and she jumps into action.

“Don’t believe me Mr. Will then ask her she knows everything.” Flash said pointing at Twilight. Now, on the spot twilight looks at Sunset who is now escorting Adagio out of the store and sinks her head.

“He is right Mr. Will she is a monster called a siren and yes she had manipulated everyone but we're working with her so she can change and fit in around here.” Flash scoffs at her statement.

“Ya right once a monster always a monster.” Starting to get angry Twilight quickly regains her composure and stands up.

“Mr. Will she wants to change she just needs help so people will stop thinking about her the way your assistant manager here thinks about her.” With a solemn sigh Iron Will puts his hand on Twilight's shoulder.

“Ms. Twilight that is a very noble thing to do and under normal circumstances I would give her a chance but with how people are around her I don’t wanna risk someone picking on her or disrupting her from her work. In short I can’t hire her because she couldn’t safely work here I’m sorry. Please do give my best regards to miss Dazzle I wish her the best of luck. As for you Mr. Sentry I’m docking your pay for a few months for how you treated a potential employee.” Flash’s mouth opens wide.

“Are you serious right now?” Iron Will looks down at flash and tenses up his muscles and flexes scaring flash a little. “I’m very serious now get back to work.” Twilight walks back to the car and gets inside to find Adagio crying into Sunsets shoulder as Sunset comforts her. “Damn that Flash Sentry he just had to ruin everything I can’t believe him attacking Adagio like that I really should’ve torn into or something instead of just sitting there.” Twilight giggles

“Oh don’t worry Iron Will docked his pay for a few months, but sadly we couldn’t hire Adagio he basically said he wouldn’t feel right hiring her into a job where she wasn’t safe. He really isn’t such a bad guy he is just really intimidating.” Adagio sits back up drying her eyes and sniffling.

“That was very nice of him. Girls I’m gonna go for a walk. I’ll give you call when I’m ready to be picked up.” Sunset hands her some bits.

“Here in case you get hungry you can buy yourself some food. We will see you later ok Dagi.” She takes the money and puts it in her purse and gets out of the car and begins walking. As she walked down the sidewalk she never once looked up she could feel the glares of those who walk past her one guy even pumped into her knocking her purse out of her hand and he just kept walking. As she sat there picking up her stuff all she could do was cry she couldn’t take this all she wanted was to be accepted she wasn’t that monster everyone saw she was changing. As she stayed crouched down picking up the contents of her purse almost as if Mother Nature herself was giving her a big middle finger it starts to rain hard. She begins to get soaked but soon someone stands over her with and umbrella. Needless she was scared to stand up and turn around what with how everyone was treating her she was for once in her life scared for her safety.

“Miss would you like some help.” The soft yet familiar voice said reaching a hand out to help her up. Adagio stays there for a few seconds and weighs her options; Does she turn around and accepts the help and end up hurt or worse or does she run like crazy and call Sunset and ask her to quickly come and get her. Now, normally Adagio was never one to cut and run but with how her days going she didn’t wanna take chances.

“You know it’s rude to look a gift horse in the mouth miss all I’m doing is offering help to someone in need just like your friends Twilight and Sunset.” Her eyes shoot open when she hears this at that moment only adrenaline and fear course through her she slowly stands up puts her purse on and begins sprinting down the sidewalk scared out of her mind he pants and breathes deeply running faster and faster she quickly pulls out her phone in the reflection of the touch screen she sees a hooded figure running after her. Her worst fears were coming true someone disliked her so much they want to physically harm her. She quickly opens her phone and speed dials Sunset. As she runs she keeps thinking about the situation and why someone would want to physically harm her. Sure was evil but the most anyone ever did was throw things at her and give her evil looks but here was this hooded figure chasing her down through the streets. What’s even worse is nobody's even looking the other way there just ignoring what’s going on.

“Miss Wait please stop running I just wanna help you.” The figure said gaining speed and getting closer to her just then Sunset picks up.

“Dagi hey what’s going on is everything ok why are you breathing heavy.” Sunset said worried for Adagio.

“Sunset hurry come and get me someone is chasing me and there gaining fast just please hurry and get to Sugarcube Corner I’m gonna lose him and hid in the alley behind the store please hurry.” Adagio hangs up and begins trying to lose her pursuer she quickly notices some shortcuts and begins to take every backstreet and alley carefully avoiding her pursuer but just when she thought she lost he catches her as she falls down and crawls against the back wall of a store crying in terror at the possible fatal ending before her. The figure removes his hood as he leans on his needs and gasps heavily.

“Holy crap Dagi you were always faced but damn have you improved.” The figure said catching his breathe. As he stands there Adagio now more scared the he knows her nickname that only Sunset calls her. She finally breaks the silence.

“Who the hell are you and what do you want with me, I didn’t do anything to you.” She continues to cry only now the hooded figure realises what’s going on.

“Ah shit my bad Dagi I should’ve thought this through better although I always did enjoy playing pranks on you.” He sheepishly laughs

“What do mean always enjoyed it, stop beating around the bush and tell me who you are this isn’t funny.” She yelled now more angry than scared.

“Really Adagio I really thought my voice would have given it away.” The figure removes his hood to reveal his blue skin, big black eyes and short red hair with a lighter shade of red going through his bangs. “Do you recognise me now Dagi?” She looks at the boy before her eyes widen and they tear up and she lunges forward taking him to the ground hugging him tightly.

“Oh my god tempo is that you.” He smiles hugging back “Hey now you got it.” He said in a smartass tone.

“Oh shut up you idiot what are you doing here, the last time I saw you was the night before we were exiled. How did you find me? I thought princess Celestia only knew or location.” He smiles pulling up his sleeve revealing a gold band with a red stone in it.

“Simple I enlisted in Celestia's royal guard and fed off their hate for each other that I caused. After that I was able to get Celestia to lower her guard and then it was as simple as mind controlling her to reveal your location. Then after that I explored world after world trying to find you and the girls so I finally tracked you to here and the rest is history. Now, where is Aria and Sonata I’m sure they would be excited to see your guys old friend back home with them.” After he said that Adagio quickly became sad again and looked at Tempo with solemn eyes.

“There is something I have to tell you.” Adagio spends the next few minutes giving Tempo the rundown on everything that happened. Tempo just sat there with a look of surprise on his face in response to what he was being told. “So that’s why I ran from you although why didn’t you just say who you were instead of scaring me like that you know that’s illegal here right you could’ve gotten in trouble for that. She stands up angry at Tempo

“Ya but it was funny huh.” He sits there and laughs and Dagi flies up and punches him in the face as he flies into a dumpster with a loud bang. “Yup that one definitely hurt, well you have gotten stronger since you were a little girl.” She picks him up and they walk out of the alley.

“Shut up you idiot be lucky all I did was punch you.” He laughs as Adagio drops him on his face.

“OK I’ll shut up now.” He said defeated. After a while Sunset finds Adagio and pulls up next to her.

“Oh my god Adagio are you ok, is this the guy that was chasing you?” she throws him onto the hood of Sunsets car as he grunts at the impact. “Yup only it’s not someone trying to hurt instead it was my idiotic childhood friend Burning Tempo being an asshole.” Sunset facepalms at the sight of Adagio roughing up Tempo.

“So, what are we gonna do with him?” Dagi smiles at her.

“Let’s take him back to our house and fix him up at that point we will explain everything but for now here take this.” Sunset removes the bracelet of off Tempo.

“What is this?” Sunset asked confused

“Much like my pendant that bracelet does the same thing. He used mind control to travel from world to world trying to find me.” She said smiling at that last part.

“Do you think he is dangerous?” Dagi just looks at her and laughs.

“Tempo, Dangerous that’s a funny one Sunset, no he isn’t dangerous he always cared more about music and me Aria and Sonata. He never was one for controlling people, I mean the only reason he did it was so he could find me and the girls. Although at this point it’s just me and him now but that’s okay despite him being the biggest idiot in existence.

“I heard that.” Tempo said from the back seat

“You were supposed to dumbass.” Sunset and Adagio laugh. “Like I was saying before he may be the biggest idiot in existence but he is my idiot now and honestly I’m surprised he wasn’t upset about Aria and Sonata.” Adagio begins drinking the soda Sunset had bought for her.

“Maybe because he likes you or something that explain why he likes pranking you and picking on you. Which is also why you pick on him to.” Upon hearing this Adagio spews her drink all over the glove box and window and she begins coughing and choking.

“Me and him are you kidding I could never have feelings for someone like him. He is so simple and stupid plus he is my best friend that’s gross.” She says cleaning up her mess as Sunset smirks.

“You know I may not be able to feel my face but I can still feel your insults bitch.” Tempo says jokingly as Adagio turns around and belts him in the groin with the glass soda bottle and he grunts in pain gripping his crotch.

“Can you feel that one asshole?” Adagio says turning back around to see Sunset smirking. “What are you smiling for I told you I don’t like him.” Sunset laughs.

“I never said you liked him all I said was maybe he picks on you because he likes you.” After a few seconds Adagio realises what just happened and her face glows bright red as she sinks down in her seat. Sunset just laughs as they drive home after a very interesting day.