Michael came out of the bathroom and found the Mane Six still in the library. He was now clean, shaved and his hair combed. He was however wearing just a towel, showing his muscular body, covered in battle scars.

“Oh, dear goodness.” Rarity said at the sight of the scars.

“Where the fuck are my clothes?” Michael asked, ignoring rarity.

“We had to wash them,” Twilight replied. “They were as smelly as you were. But don’t worry. They’re currently drying up out in the sun.”
Michael sighed. “Fine. But what am I suppose to wear until then?” He asked in annoyance.

“Well, none of us have any clothes to fit your size…” Rarity said awkwardly. “But what does it matter? We don’t wear clothes all the time.”

“Well, humans do so-wait a minute. You mean ponies wear clothes?” Michael asked, receiving nods from the ponies.

“We sure do. But not often.” Applejack replied.

“How are you ponies able to make clothes? Or any of this stuff when you don’t have hands?” Michael asked.

The Mane Six looked at each other before looking back at the human and Twilight replied. “We don’t know. We just do.”

“Right,” Michael replied, awkwardly. “In any case … amongst us humans it is considered inappropriate to walk around naked in public.”

“Why?” Rainbow Dash asked with a raised eyebrow.

“Because of this,” Michael said, removing his towel, showing his pride and joy. The ponies and dragon all went wide eyed at the sight of his ‘assessment’ and realized what he meant. Twilight covered Spike’s eyes. “I deliver big. Too bad I won’t ever be able to use it again seeing as I’m the only human here.”

“…well … I do say.” Rarity said, still in shock.

“I can’t look away for some reason,” Rainbow Dash said.

“Alright, you’ve made your point.” Twilight said. Rainbow Dash was about to say something about what Twilight said but the purple unicorn held her hoof up and growled, “Don’t,” shutting the Pegasus up. “Now please put your towel back on.” Michael did as he was told and Twilight turned to Rarity and said, “Rarity, do you think you can make some clothes for our guest here?”

“Absolutely. Making new attire for an unfamiliar species will be a challenge. And I appreciate a challenge.” Rarity said with a confident grin.

“Can’t I just wear the clothes I wore before?” Michael asked.

“Those were just rags. You’ll need something new.” Twilight insisted.

“Don’t worry. Rarity here works fast. And she always manages to make something impressive.” Applejack assured.

“But until she’s done, you can wear those clothes you came in with.” Twilight said.

“Alright,” Michael agreed with them. “Just don’t make anything girly.”

“I won’t,” Rarity assured him.

Suddenly a loud growl was heard and Michael covered his belly. “Well, I suppose we should get you something to eat. What do humans eat anyways?”

“As long as it’s not hay, forage or simple plants, I’m good.” Michael replied.

“Well, let’s see what Sugarcube Corner has for you.” Twilight said.

0

Canterlot, the capital of Equestria

“Fascinating,” A purple unicorn said, examining a sword. “Most impressive craftsmanship indeed.” He said, giving the sword the most intense stare.

“I see the human’s sword interest you,” Princess Celestia said, entering the blacksmith’s working shop, followed by two guards.

“Your majesty,” The blacksmith said, bowing respectfully. “I didn’t hear you enter.”

“Please, what can you tell me about this sword?” Celestia asked.

“Oh, your majesty, I have never seen anything like this before. I mean, I’ve crafted magical swords for many years, but this one is beyond anything I have ever seen. The alloy is strange to me. As a blacksmith I have worked with all kinds of alloy known to Equestria but this type of steel I do not recognize. What interests me is that it is a long sword and yet it’s still razor sharp. Most long swords needs to be dull or else they would break easily. But this sword is incredible strong. Not to mention its age. By my examinations this sword would be several thousand years old and yet it still seems newly formed. Whoever made this was far more skilled at craftsmanship than I could ever dream of being.” The blacksmith replied.

“Blacksmiths of old were more skilled than today’s modern ones,” Celestia replied.

“Forgive me for being blunt, my princess.” The blacksmith went on. “But may I continue examine this sword? I was hoping I could learn how to copy the craftsmanship and make weapons like this?”

Celestia was looking thoughtful and replied, “I see no problem with that. However, I would like a daily report on your progress.”

“Yes your majesty. Thank you for this opportunity.” The blacksmith said gratefully.

0

Celestia left the workshop and as she and her guards went down the hallway, she was met by her younger sister, Luna.

“Sister,” The dark blue Alicorn said, having rushed up to Celestia. “Are the rumors true? Is there a human in Equestria?” She asked, frantically.

“Calm down, Luna.” Celestia said with a raised hoof. “Yes, there is a human in the kingdom. In Ponyville with my student to be precise.”

Luna was looking thoughtful for a moment and said, “I need to see this human, right now.”

“Why?” Celestia asked, with a raised eyebrow.

“Have you forgotten my vision?” Luna asked.

“This again? I thought I had heard the last of it a thousand years ago.” Celestia said with a groan.

“But sister, it’s all coming together. It’s been six thousand years since the last humans had set foot in Equestria. Six thousand years like I predicted.” Luna said, insistently.

“Luna,” Celestia said.

“And now reports of a living shadow lurking in the north,” Luna pressed on but was silenced by Celestia raising her hoof.

Celestia turned to her guards who were looking concerned. “Leave us,” She told them and they bowed their heads and obeyed. Celestia turned her head back to her little sister and said, “To loudly speak of that rumor so carelessly among our subjects … are you trying to stir worry among our subjects?” She asked harshly.

“Forgive me, sister. But we saw what happened back then. That thing is not dead. He was defeated but not destroyed. And now northern ponies have seen a living shadow and orcs are raiding villages up in the north. This cannot be a coincident.” Luna said.

“I’ve already sent Shining Armor to deal with the orc problem up north. He has ten thousand ponies with him. He’ll take care of those filths in no time.” Celestia said, dismissing Luna’s claims.

“Sister,” Luna said with annoyance. “I understand that you’re afraid. I do not want another war like that one from a thousand years ago to come back to haunt us. But if there’s even a remote chance that the shadow is returning we have to take it as an absolute precaution.”

“I know. But this vision of yours, this dream, could very well be just a dream.” Celestia said.

“I saw a human fighting a shadow. I know it’s not just a dream.” Luna insisted.

“Why won’t you go see this human then, before you jump to that conclusion?” Celestia asked.

“I will,” Luna said. “Words about the human will spread. By tomorrow half of Equestria will know about this. And the Grand Galloping Gala is in a few months, and the gathering of the thirty noble houses will come along with it. I’m sure this matter will be brought up by then.”

“We’ll deal with it when that time comes,” Celestia replied. “In the meantime, I have invitations to prepare for the gala.”

0

At Sugarcube Corner, every pony in the building had stopped their eating and any other activity they were doing as they were watching the creature that was sitting with the Mane Six, who was stuffing his mouth full. The table was piled up with dishes as Michael went on to chug down all the content that was on the plates. The ponies were amazed at the massive apatite their guest possessed.

“How can you eat sixteen cheese sandwiches, six bowls of oatmeal, ten omelets, twelve bowls of fruit salad and forty pancakes?” Rainbow Dash asked in awe and disgust.

“Well, I haven’t had a decent meal for three weeks. So this is nice.” Michael replied in a monotone.

“Well, are you enjoying yourself?” Twilight asked their guest.

“I’m not complaining,” Michael replied as he kept stuffing himself. “Although, I’m not very comfortable with everyone staring at me.”

“Can you blame them?” Twilight asked. “They’ve never seen a human before. Only from pictures in books and fairy tales. And none of those books portrayed humans in a positive way.”

“Should I be worried?” Michael asked as he looked over his should and saw the suspicious look on everyone’s faces. Especially parents who held their children protectively away from Michael’s sight. The human scoffed and said, “Looks like they’re more afraid of me than I am of them.”

“And you should work on changing that.” Rarity suggested.

“Whatever,” Michael said with a shrug. Suddenly everyone in the room gasped and Michael saw his hosts drop their jaws. “What?” He asked. He then turned around and saw another pony who had a horn and wings like Celestia. It was Luna.

“You’re the human who washed ashore the river near here?” Luna asked.

“Gee, what gave you that idea.” Michael asked in a deadpan.

This cause Twilight to use her magic on him once again and force him to bow. “Show some respect, you brute! That’s Princess Luna you’re talking to!” She scolded.

“It’s quite alright, Twilight Sparkle. Let him go.” Luna assured and Twilight hesitantly let him go. “What is your name?”

“Michael,” The human replied, plain and simple.

“Do you know how to fight?” Luna asked which surprised everyone else in the room.

“Why you ask?” Michael said with a raised eyebrow.

“Wanna spar with us?” Luna asked with a smile, making everyone’s jaws drop.

“Straight to the point, huh? I like you already.” Michael said with a grin. “But I gotta ask, why do you wanna spar with me so suddenly?”

“We’re just curious about something,” Luna replied.

“About what?” Michael asked in annoyance.

“That’s for you to find out after we have confirmed our suspicions.” Luna replied.

“…right. Well, unfortunately I’m not in the mood for fighting.” Michael told Luna.

“That’s quite alright. Our offer still stands should you change your mind.” Luna said, maintaining her grin.

“I’ll keep that in mind,” Michael replied.

“Good,” Luna said with approval and a nod. “We’ll look forward to that day. And with that said we bid you all a farewell for now.”

“You to,” Michael said before Luna turned to leave as all the ponies bowed before her, out of fear rather than respect. Once Luna was out of earshot, Michael turned to face the Mane Six. “Are all princesses in this country weirdo’s like that one?”

“Will you stop talking about the princesses in such disrespectful manner?! You should be grateful they let you live.” Twilight spat.

Michael only looked at Twilight as he picked up a cup of tea, took a zip, while his little finger was extended, and he replied, “This is really good tea. What’s it called?”

Twilight sighed and buried her hooves into her face. “I don’t normally question Princess Celestia’s decisions but why did she have to drop this on me?” She said, receiving a comforting hoof from Rainbow Dash.

Author's Note

I apologize for this chapter. I know it isn’t very good but it was the best I could think of to build up the next chapter, which will take place during Ticket Master. Hope you will all continue reading my fic despite this chapter. Believe me, the things that went on in this chapter will build up to moments in future chapter.