After sleeping next to Fluttershy in the hospital bed, Alex and her wake up to see the Mane Six and the Two Sisters there to greet them.

“Oh um…hey girls.” Alex says.

“I take it she woke up?” Luna asks.

“Yes…and I told him I wasn’t mad or anything.” Fluttershy says.

“That’s good.” Twilight says

“Then I kissed him…” Fluttershy says as she smiled.

“You did?” Rarity asks.

“Yeah…she did…I think we’re officially a couple.” Alex says as he chuckles.

“Well…ah guess we all can say…congrats.” Applejack says as she chuckles.

“You two were together almost all the time…if you two care about each other and love each other…then cherish it.” Celestia says as she smiles.

Fluttershy and Alex both sit up and hang on the edge of the bed.

“Oh and Fluttershy…the doctor said you can take off the bandages…the wounds should be healed.” Twilight says.

Alex looks at Fluttershy and he puts his hands on the bandage covering the right side of her face, “Let me do it.” Alex slowly peels the Bandage Pad off to see the wounds were gone…but one remained as a faint scar, Fluttershy feels where the scar was it was on her cheek exactly.

“You still look beautiful to me…don’t forget that.” Alex says as he puts his hand on Fluttershy’s hand where the scar was.

“Oh Alex…”

Fluttershy and Alex kiss again while everypony watching gives out some ‘awws.’

“Well how about we all dine together?” Celestia asks.

The two stand up and nod, “Wait…you shouldn’t have to walk.” Alex then picks Fluttershy up and carries her. Fluttershy lets out a small ‘eep’ and she puts her arms around Alex’s neck.

“I won’t let go…I promise…shall we everypony?” Alex asks.

The group nods and all walk out of the room and towards the dining area.

Once the group got settled in, Alex sits next to Fluttershy.

After that a Gryphon and Unicorn walks in and stands at the Table.

“Hunter, it’s so nice to see you again…and you brought Eve!” Luna says.

The Gryphon had dark fur, his arms, claws, beak…anything, non-fur was full black, he was wearing a White Shirt, he had a Hoodie around his waist along with some jeans that were a little ripped.

The Unicorn known as Eve, had a light Blue Coat and her mane was brown but half of it was Midnight Blue, she was wearing a Tank-Top and some shorts, her Cutie mark was a music note with a paint brush. They both had leather bracelets around their wrists, as well as heart necklaces.

“Sorry, if I’m not at an appropriate attire right now.” Eve says as she giggles.

“It’s quite alright Eve, you and Hunter are practically Family, we don’t care.” Luna says.

“Alright, now what does everyone want?” Hunter asks.

“We’ll all have pancakes.” Celestia says as everyone else agrees.

“I assume with some good butter and syrup?” Hunter asks.

“Can you make some sausage and bacon with that as well?” Alex asks.

Everyone then looks at Alex with some concern.

“What? Why you all staring?”

“It’s just that you want…meat?”

“Wait, ohh…that’s right, you are all ponies so I assume you don’t eat meat…then again, you shouldn’t be surprised by this since I’m a Lycan.”

“That’s right…but…you’re a carnivore?” Twilight asks.

“Omnivore…I can eat Meat and Non-Meat…I like a lot of things.” Alex says as he smiles.

“You know, I haven’t been able to cook meat for somepony in a long time, I will have it for you perfectly!” Hunter says.

Alex smiles as he stretches.

Later, everyone including Hunter and Eve were at the table eating.

“So…a Lycan huh?” Hunter asks.

“Yep, surprised?” Alex asks back.

“Yes, I’ve read about them including other mythological creatures…Eve has her shares as well since she was first surprised meeting a Gryphon.” Hunter says as he nuzzles Eve.

“Hunter, stop you ass.” Eve says as she blushes and giggles.

“Oh! You two are together?” Alex asks.

“Yes we are, both happy to be a couple and together…those damn Nobles can judge us all they want but, fuck ‘em.” Hunter says.

“Hunter here actually slugged Blueblood in the face.”

“Wait, really?” Alex says surprised.

“Yep, when I first met that asshole, it was when I was cooking for Celestia and Luna…and him, he was just talking shit about me non-stop, Luna shut him up, then he has the nerve to say my food is bad even though he didn’t even touch it…because Gryphon Claws are dirty and blood stained…which is not true…what kind of cook makes food with dirty hands…or paws?”

“Damn straight.” Alex says.

“Then he sees me with Eve and he first complains how wrong our relationship is and how we should be ashamed…then he decides to tell Eve that she should be imprisoned for being with me and that I should be put in chains…lastly, he then body shames her…then I punched him with all my might.” Hunter says.

“Damn.” Alex says.

“I was going to be trialed for it actually believe it or not…if it weren’t for Celestia, Luna, Fancypants, and Fleur…I would be in chains.” Hunter says.

“So basically he’s been Racist?” Alex asks.

“Are you kidding me? Yes he is, and doesn’t treat woman right, and just imprisons anyone who even touches him.” Hunter says.

“Wow.”

“I heard he did something to you and Fluttershy?” Hunter asks.

“Yes, he hurt her even though it was intended for me…I scarred his face and I think Luna put him in the Lunar Cells.” Alex says.

“Finally you did something Luna.” Hunter says as he chuckles.

“Oh shut up.” Luna says as she laughs.

“But I’m okay and…we’re together now.” Fluttershy says.

“Wow, congratulations you guys.” Eve says

“I’ll tell you one thing, Love is precious…love is something that you should hold onto for all enternity and never let go…never let her go.”
Hunter says as Eve then nuzzles him.

“Wow…you’ve learned something didn’t you?” Alex asks.

“I’ve been here enough to know enough.” Hunter says as he chuckles.

The group continues to eat their food.

The Next Day

Alex and Fluttershy were both in bed together in the Cottage back in Ponyville, the sun was rising up and Alex opens his eyes to the sunlight

“Hey Fluttershy…time to get up.”

“Oh…come on love…five more minutes.”

Alex chuckles and he sits up straight, “Well then, I’ll get you up.”

Alex stands up and picks up and carries Fluttershy, just like he did at the Castle, her arms around his neck, she coos as her head was resting against his chest.

“We’re going to Twilight’s for breakfast remember?” Alex asks her.

“Oh…yeah, but can we lay down for a little bit longer?” Fluttershy asks.

Alex chuckles as he kisses her, “We have to get ready.”

“Oh fine.” Fluttershy says as she giggles.

Alex and Fluttershy both get their clothes on and make their way to Twilight’s Castle.

“I don’t think I’ve ever seen her castle yet.” Alex says.

“Well, I think you’ll be amazed.” Fluttershy says.

Alex’s clothing of choice was his white shirt, hoodie, jeans, and shoes, “Really now--whoa," Alex looks at the Crystal Hardened Tree Castle with amazement, “Nice, this is…nice.” he says.

“Let’s go shall we?” Fluttershy says.

Fluttershy pulls Alex to the front gates and she knocks, the gate opens and Twilight is there to greet them.

“Alex! Fluttershy! Glad you made it!” She says.

Twilight hugs the two as she then teleports them to a room with Large Crystal Tables…and a wooden table, “So…what are we having for breakfast?” Alex asks.

The other Elements greet Alex and Fluttershy as then Twilight answers.

“Actually…we were kinda hoping you would make something for us.” Twilight says as she smiles nervously.

Alex laughs as he then smiles, “Why didn’t you say so? Don’t worry, I’ll be back with some amazing breakfast for all of you.” Alex then exits the room.

The Six look at each other and smile.

Alex then pokes his head back in the room, “Hey girls, where’s the Kitchen?”

“I’ll lead you.” Spike says as he walks with Alex.

“So Fluttershy, how is he?” Rarity asks.

“Rarity, give her a darn break, it’s only been a day.” Applejack says.

“Oh he’s wonderful.” Fluttershy answers.

“Really?” Applejack asks.

“I love him with all my heart…he’s the sweetest gentle…man ever, even before we were together, he still treated me like a mare.” Fluttershy says as she sighs happily.

10 Minutes Later

“Breakfast time girls!” Alex says as him and Spike walk in with stacks of Pancakes as if they were all you can eat.

The girls gasp as they saw the fresh steaming pancakes, all already have butter and maple syrup on them.

“Oh my Godesses…” Rainbow says as she stares in awe…at the Pancakes. The rest of the girls look at them with smiles…big smiles.

“Enjoy everypony.” Alex says as he smiles and sits down with Fluttershy.

As everyone enjoyed their pancakes Twilight was sitting, thinking about something.

“What’s up Twilight?” Alex asks.

“It’s just about everything that happened.” Twilight says.

“What happened?” Alex asks.

“Twilight’s been talking about things that happened before you even arrived in Equestria…for the millionth time Twilight! We found all six keys, defeated Tirek, and got this sweet castle, end of story.” Rainbow says.

“Yes, but why?” Twilight asks

“I dunno, sugarcube. Maybe it's just your new house and there ain't nothin' more to it than that.” Applejack says.

“I must say, speaking strictly on aesthetics, there really doesn't need to be more to it. It's all simply divine!” Rarity says.

Alex looks at Rarity with a skeptical smile, Rarity then shows an embarrassed smile.

“Well…I agree with Twilight, and Rarity, and Applejack, and Rainbow Dash. and Pinkie Pie…Oh, and probably Spike.” Fluttershy says with a giggle. Everyone looks to see Spike face flat on the table, not even been five minutes and he’s asleep.

“As princess, I've been chosen to spread the magic of friendship across Equestria. So why would the Tree of Harmony want us to sit in a castle in Ponyville? It doesn't make any sense.” Twilight says as she sighs.

Suddenly Twilight’s Cutie Mark starts glowing as well the others…and their chairs! The Crew look to see the Castle Rumble and a Crystal Table grows out of the floor and destroys the wooden table, Spike then wakes up to see the Crystal Table that was…displaying a Map, then all of the girls’ Cutie Marks circle in one spot.

“Is that new? I like it.” Spike says as he rubs his eyes and smile, he then jumps on the table to look closer. “Whoa, this is incredible, it’s got all of Equestria!” Spike says as he walks around the map.

“Hi Mom and Dad!” Pinkie says as she looks at a grey part of the area, then Spike stomps on the small house she was looking at.

“But if this is Ponyville, why are our cutie marks over there?” Fluttershy asks as she points at the marks.

“I don't know. But it seems like the map wants us to find out. The Tree, the chest, this castle, and now the map. How can we not follow it?” Twilight says.

“Welp, I guess you just found your answer to your question earlier…we should check it out.” Alex says.

“Y'know what? There's a ton of room for dangerous adventure along that route. Count me in!” Rainbow Dash says.

“Aw, shoot, I reckon you're right.” Applejack says.

“Well, I was planning on organizing my baking sheets, but okay!” Pinkie says.

“Very well.” Rarity says.

“Um…well…you know what’s the harm in going? I’ll come.” Fluttershy says.

“You sure Flutters?” Alex whispers to her.

“I am, plus you’ll be my knight if I am in trouble.” Fluttershy says as he giggles, Alex smirks at the comment.

“Alright, well I’ll be here! Me and Big Mac have a huge weekend ahead of us talkin' hoofball, and... and trading hoofball cards, and arguing about hoofball stats.” Spike says.

“Alright, you enjoy yourself Spike.” Alex says as he nods.

“Looks like it’s time for a road trip.” Twilight says.

The gang were sitting in a train cart as all listened to Alex play his Guitar.

“Do you bring that everywhere you go?” Rainbow asks.

“Most of the time yes…but back in Gateway if I was traveling as a Lycan or if it was something I know would be dangerous…then no.” Alex says.

“What was that song called by the way?” Rarity asks.

“It’s called Princess of China…it’s a beautiful type of Love Song…somewhat of a Once Upon a Time song but ends a little sad…I’ll sing the lyrics when we get back…maybe you can help me if you like?” Alex says.

“Oh, that’d be fun darling.” Rarity says.

The Train then makes a complete stop, “Looks like we’re here.” Twilight says.

The gang all exit the train as then it went in reverse and away, as they walked they then see a small…dull town.

“That's it! That's the place on the map!” Twilight says.

“Right. Let's get down there and find the spa.” Rarity says as she starts to walk down.

“Wait. We don't know why the map sent us here. We shouldn't just walk right in. It could be dangerous.” Twilight says.

“What do you mean…it looks abandoned or something--ohh, I see what you mean.” Alex says as he chuckles.

“Stay behind me, everypony! I'm on it!” Pinkie says as she then traverses down the small mountain and suddenly…under a rock, Pinkie then drops the rock on her as it then moves forward.

“Careful down there Pinkie.” Alex says.

As they get closer, they see there were inhabitants but they didn’t look as colorful as the rest of Equestria…but they were all smiling and it looked like they had no problems.

“This is where the map sent us? It looks like the most boring place in Equestria.” Rainbow says as she sighs.

“It's just an ordinary village full of ordinary pony folk.” Applejack says.

“I’m not so sure.” Alex says.

“It could certainly use a few more architectural flourishes. Or any architectural flourishes.” Rarity says.

“I hate to say it but some of Gateway looks like this and it looks more stylish than this…okay, I shouldn’t be saying things like that, we don’t
even know why the town is like this.” Alex says.

“I think it's lovely.” Fluttershy says as she smiles.

“I don't like it. I don't like it one bit. I know smiles. And those smiles? They're just not right.” Pinkie says.

Alex looks at them and sees that the smiles look like as if they were brainwashed or something.

“Forget the smiles. Look at the cutie marks.” Twilight says.

“Okay, that’s weird.” Rainbow says.

Alex then looks at all their Cutie Marks, all were Equal Signs.

“An entire village with the same cutie mark? How can that be?” Twilight asks herself.

“I bet there's some sort of horrific monster behind it.” Rainbow says.

“What makes you say that?” Twilight asks.

“'Cause fighting a horrific monster would be super-awesome!”

“I have to kinda agree with Dash…I’ve seen monsters who’ve made an entire communities live’s lies…nothing about them was true…they were kidnapped and trapped in a Web of Shadows…thank god the Guardians and myself stopped it.” Alex says.

“I reckon we just ought to head into town and talk to some locals, find out what's goin' on.” Applejack says.

“Not a bad plan, alright girls, let’s stick together however…we have no clue if they’ll do something, it’d be best if we are together.” Alex says.

The girls nod and all enter the town with ease, they see the inhabitants all had straight hair, no styles or anything, and as well were wearing damaged and ripped cloaks with white shirts and pants. A few of the citizens look at the Gang and keep smiling.

“Welcome.”

The Gang keep walking.

“Welcome.”

“Welcome.”

“Welcome.”

Alex does a small wave and keeps walking.

“This must be the most pleasant place in Equestria!” Fluttershy says.

“Welcome.”

Fluttershy then giggles after the greeting, “If only I shared your enthusiasm and didn’t have past experiences Flutters.” Alex says as he smiles at her.

“Ugh. Thanks a lot, map.” Rainbow says.

“Lighten up Dash…we don’t want to look like we’re rude.” Alex says.

Then a Blue Pony walks up to them all, “Welcome! Pardon my forwardness, but are you an Alicorn?” He asks.

“Why yes, this is the Princess of Friendship.” Alex says.

“Well, you've certainly come to the right place for friendship.” He says.

Then a White Pony walks up to them, “What brings you to our town?” The White Pony asks.

“We’re not entirely sure.” Twilight answers.

“I see. Well, all are welcome here in our little village. My name is Double Diamond, and this is Party Favor.” The White Pony known as ‘Double Diamond’ says.

“Well, greeting Double Diamond, This is Applejack, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Twilight Sparkle, and Fluttershy.” Alex says.

“And you all have your own unique cutie marks…but what about you sir? I apologize for my rudeness but you don’t even look like a Pony.” Double Diamond says.

Alex chuckles and smiles, “That’s because I’m not from here, My name is Alexander Meloni…but call me Alex.”

“If you don't mind, has there been any sort of... trouble here, lately?” Twilight asks.

“Trouble? Why, I don't think we've ever had trouble in our little village.” Double Diamond says.

“It’s true.” Party Favor says.

“Perhaps you'd care to speak to our founder Starlight Glimmer.”

Double Diamond then leads the group to the House at the end of the town, they all enter.

“I wish everypony in Equestria was as friendly as these ponies are.” Fluttershy says.

“Yep…me too…if only I wished that I didn’t have my instincts kick in.”

“What are they telling you?” Rainbow says.

“That something is off.” Alex says.

“I've got my eye on them. Something's rotten in... whatever the name of this village is that we're in right now!” Pinkie says quietly.

Double Diamond then knocks on a door in the house.

“Starlight, we have some new visitors!”

“Be ready to fight. We don't know what's gonna come through that door.” Rainbow says to Alex and Applejack.

The door opens and out comes a Light-Violet Unicorn with a stylish Purple and Aqua hair-style, “Welcome! I’m so pleased to have you here.” She says.

“This is Applejack, Fluttershy, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Alex, and Twilight Sparkle.” Double Diamond says.

“Forgive my bluntness, but I'm assuming it's Princess Twilight Sparkle? We don't get many Alicorns around here.” Starlight asks.

“Yes, but Twilight is fine.” Twilight replies.

“And what about you? You don’t look like a pony.” Starlight asks with excitement.

“Correct, I’m not a Pony…I am a Human.” Alex says.

“Wow, So! How did you hear of our little village?” Starlight asks.

“It's kind of a long story. Let's just say we found it on a map.” Twilight answers.

“Technically, it's a Tree-chest-castle-map!” Pinkie says with a smile…then immediately back to Pinkie Impossible-type look.

“Well, however you found us, we're happy to have you! We're happy to have anypony who wants to experience true friendship for the first time.” Starlight says

“Say what?” Applejack says with a skeptical look.

Alex looked at Applejack thinking her Bullshit Meter is going off

“Oh, indeed. That's what's so unique about our village, you see. Around here, we don't flaunt our special talents because we don't have any special talents to flaunt.” Starlight says.

“Is that why you all have those cutie marks?” Twilight asks.

“Perhaps it would be easier to understand if I gave you a tour of the village!” Starlight says.

“Heads high, ponies! Marching proud! All together now! Every one of you! No pony left behind!” Starlight says as she blows a whistle.

Life is so grand in Our Town
We're always filled with cheer
We never have to look around
To know that we're all here

In Our Town, in Our Town
We don't have to wait
To find out that our destiny
Is just to emulate

“Let's see those big, happy smiles!”

Life is a smile in Our Town
Our cutie mark's the same
Because we do not separate
Ourselves by more than name

In Our Town, in Our Town
We dare not compete
Winning only breeds the worst
Ego-filled conceit

“You see? Now everypony wins!”

Life is a joy in Our Town
We're all equal here
No one is superior
And no one shakes in fear

In Our Town, in Our Town
We work as a team
You can't have a nightmare
If you never dream

The Gang look at the Citizens with skeptical looks.

Other ponies argue
Do you ever wonder why?
When you think your talent's special
You don't see eye-to-eye
There's just too many differences
That lead to disarray
But when you learn to act as one
It's like a holiday

In Our Town, in Our Town
We don't complicate

Fluttershy smiles and moves her head to the song, then Pinkie looks at her in a disapproving look, which made Fluttershy look really sad.

Alex then looks at Pinkie with the same look which made her have an embarrassing smile.

When you learn to simplify
Life is oh, so great
Join in our utopia
Come out of the dark
Banded by equality
By our cutie mark!

“You're kidding, right? Give up our cutie marks? No way!” said Rainbow Dash and laughs.

“Rainbow Dash, don't be so rude. I don't think we should judge them. They all seem perfectly happy with their choice.” Fluttershy says.

“Don't believe their smiles, Fluttershy.” Pinkie says.

“Pinkie…” Alex says in a concerning voice with his arms crossed.

“I'm sorry, I guess we're just a little confused by all of this.” Twilight says.

“We have no judgements here in our village. Each of us was confused once as well, blinded by the false promise of our cutie marks.” Starlight says as the villagers behind her nod in agreement.

“Whoa, whoa, whoa. Is she for real?” Rainbow says.

“Rainbow, shush.” Alex says.

“When we were sent to this village, we assumed it was to help in some way. But, well, it doesn't seem like you need any help.” Twilight says.

“Have you considered perhaps that you might have been sent here so we could help you? After all, nopony has ever come to our village and wanted to leave. Why should you be any different? But that is entirely your choice. Please enjoy our little corner of Equestria. We're all quite fond of it. No doubt you will be as well. Double Diamond, please help our guests with whatever they might need.” Starlight says.

“A cutie mark is a representation of a pony's unique talents and skills. How is it possible to--“

“What in the name of Equestria is that?!” Rarity interrupts Twilight as she gasps.

“Welcome! Care to sample some local fashion? We've got cloaks this month!” The Shopkeeper says

“Wha--ooh, er, perhaps another time, good sir, thank you…No wonder nopony's wearing anything!” Rarity says.

“Really, girls! They may do things a bit differently than we're used to, but that's no reason to be rude.” Fluttershy says as she whispers.

“No, the reason to be rude is that they all keep staring at us!” Rainbow says.

“Need something?” Double Diamond asks.

“Uh, no! We're good,” Twilight replies, then she whispers, “Fluttershy's right. If we're going to get to the bottom of why the map sent us here, we'll need the help of these ponies.”

“I think we ran off to the end of Equestria before we even knew what that map was!”

“If we were at the end of Equestria, we'd be sitting on a big 'A',” Pinkie giggles, “Get it?”

“Oh, please, Miss Pie! This is hardly the time for jokes! We've come all this way and for what?” Rarity says.

“Maybe you're right, but we're here now, and it sure feels like something's wrong.” Twilight says.

“That and two bits'll get you a cup of cider.” Applejack says.

“Is this a bad time?”

The gang looks to see a unicorn in an apron pop up, she had a pink coat with purple hair, “We shouldn't be bickering like this in front of our new friends. Really, Applejack, you're almost as bad as Rainbow Dash!” Fluttershy says.

“Don't drag me into this!” Rainbow says.

“Is your friendship ending?” The Unicorn asks.

“Are you crazy?! We'd never let a disagreement get in the way of food!”

“O-kay, well, my name is Sugar Belle. What can I bring you? We have: muffins...”

A long silence started after that.

“Then I guess we'll take seven muffins!” Twilight says.

“Make that twelve, I’m hungry.” Pinkie says.

Sugar Belle then brings the Basket full of Muffins.

“Come on, girls. We've got to stick together. It doesn't matter what happened before, we're here now.” Alex says.

“I guess you're right. And the sooner we figure out why, the sooner we can go home.” Applejack says.

“Forgive me for overhearing, but just a moment ago you were disagreeing, and now it sounds like you're... agreeing.” Sugar Belle says.

“Uh-huh.” Applejack says.

“Well, you had such differing opinions – and cutie marks.” Sugar Belle says.

“We have differing opinions all the time, darling.” Rarity says.

“But you look like you're friends.” Sugar Belle says in disbelief.

“We are friends. A simple disagreement wouldn't change that.” Twilight says.

“I'm sorry, I'm just having a hard time understanding. Different talents lead to different opinions, which lead to bitterness and misery. So... why aren't you bitter and...?” Sugar Belle stops as Pinkie started coughing on the muffins.

“Blech! Mmmm... good...”

“It's all right. I know I'm not a very good baker. At least, I know I'm not any better than anypony else in the village. Well, I... hope you enjoy our little village,” Sugar Belle says. She then walks over to the Gang real close-like, “Come inside before you go! Meet me downstairs!”
Sugar then quickly leaves into the house.

“Okay, that was weird too.” Rainbow says.

“Let's all sit here and eat these muffins and act normal. I think we're being watched.”

Alex looks around and sees almost all the ponies staring at them, “You think?”

“No, not like that! I mean somepony here doesn't want us talking to Sugar Belle.” Twilight says quietly.

“I’ve got an idea,” Alex grabs the basket and starts horking down the muffins while the others then stare, “Look, as soon as I eat all these, that can be our excuse to go into the house and get more.”

“How are you eating those?” Pinkie asks.

“Please, I’ve eaten worse things believe it or not…it takes when you rot in a deep dark hole for two weeks with literally eating things that AREN’T food…plus I can survive a month without food…water is a different story,” Alex says as he finishes the muffins. He then starts talking loud enough for at for the possible Ponies watching him would hear, “Shoot, we’re out of muffins…I guess I better get more, my friends, can you accompany me?”

The girls nod as all then enter the house and go downstairs slowly…it was dark and quiet.

“Hello? Sugar Belle?” Twilight says.

“Thank you for coming!” Sugar says with a smile.

“Why did you want us to come down here?” Twilight asks.

“So nopony could see what's about to happen…” Sugar says as she walks closer then two shadows approach behind her.

Alex then bends forward with the thousand yard stare, getting ready to fight.

Then the two reveal themselves as other townfolk, one of them was Party Favor and the other was a Dark Blue Pegasus with Silver Hair.

“Are you really the Princess of Friendship?” Party asks.

“Do you know Princess Celestia?” The Pegasus asks.

“I love your cutie mark!” Sugar says.

“How can you be friends with different cutie marks? Don't you end up hating each other?” The Pegasus asks.

“Oh, look at this one! This one's great too! I'd love to have my special talent back even just for a day! Make something besides those disgusting muffins...” Sugar says.

“So what's stopping you? Go get your cutie marks back.” Rainbow says.

“Daydreaming is one thing, but you mean actually having it put back on? That seems extreme.” Party says.

“I'm not sure Starlight would like that. She wants us all to be happy in our sameness.” Sugar says.

“How do you take somepony's cutie mark anyway?” Twilight says.

“The cutie unmarking is a beautiful experience! Starlight uses the Staff of Sameness to magically take them away and replace them with these.” The Pegasus says pointing at her Equal mark.

Staff of Sameness, sounds as fake as the Boogy Man, and that’s coming from the Lycan…

“But nopony should keep you from your cutie mark. It represents such an essential part of who you are.” Twilight says.

“Oh, we're not kept from them. They're in the vault up in the caves. We can visit them any time we like to remind us of the heartache of a life with special talents.” The Pegasus says.

“Can we visit this cave?”

“I'm delighted you're interested in our cutie mark vault. We hope someday every pony in Equestria will make a pilgrimage here to our little village to have theirs removed too, and our message of perfectly equal friendship can finally spread across the land.” Starlight says entering the cave with the Gang.

“This must be the reason we're here.” Alex whispers.

"Pilgrimaging?” Pinkie whispers.

“No, helping those ponies get their cutie marks back.” Twilight whispers.

“Oh, are you sure, Twilight? Maybe they miss them a little, but even they didn't seem all that unhappy.” Fluttershy whispers.

“Then why did they want to meet us in secret? And why did they ask us not to tell Starlight who told us about the vault? Something's not right.” Twilight whispers.

“Just through here! Behold! Our cutie mark vault!” Starlight says.

The Gang had their eyes wide open as they eyed all the Cutie Marks.

There’s got to be at least over fifty in there…

“I've never seen anything like it!” Twilight says.

“And here is the Staff of Sameness. It was one of the great mage Meadowbrook's nine enchanted items. We are incredibly fortunate to have it here. This is the tool that allows us to free ourselves from our marks! I'm curious – how did the subject of the vault come up?” Starlight asks

“Oh, some ponies were telling us how much they missed their cutie marks, and--“

“Pinkie!” Alex whispers.

“Oops...”

“Were they? Well, it seems you inspire all sorts of free thinking, don't you?” Starlight says as her smiles turns to disappointment.

“Well, w-we certainly didn't intend to cause any disruptions to your charming little--“ Rarity stutters.

“Good. Let's just make sure of that, shall we?” Starlight says as then the entire Village shows up from the Shadows.

“It's a trap!” Twilight says.

Starlight’s horn glows as she shoots a beam at Twilight, it misses as Twilight attempts to strike back, then another beam fires as it hits her, then pain starts to strike her.

“Twilight!” Alex says.

He turns to see Rainbow and Applejack having the same reaction.

“Girls!”

He turns again and sees Rarity and Pinkie Pie with the same reaction.

He then looks to see Fluttershy in pain.

Oh fuck no…

Alex snapped, he immediately had his eyes fixed on Starlight, “You get away from them!” Alex says as he sprints towards Starlight.

His mark started to glow as he put a hand up, Starlight then is pushed by an invisible force, interrupting the spell from the Staff, The pain stops for all of the Mane Six, but were all still on the ground.

“No one, hurts my friends…especially her.” Alex says as he pinned Starlight to the ground.

“Oh, I almost forgot about you sweetheart.” Starlight says as her smile turns to a battle face.

She casts a beam at Alex, a slash hits his cheek as he is pushed off her, she then continues the spell, The Mane Six continue to groan in pain as then their marks started to peel off of them. The marks then float into the vault, as the Mane Six’s colors fade a little, then the Equal Mark appears on them.

“Aw. I don't blame you for what you tried to do here today. You've spent your whole lives thinking those marks are a good thing.”

“Give them back!” Twilight says as she falls back down all of the six feeling weak.

“Well, now you can spend the rest of your lives here with us! And we'll teach you just how much better life can be without your cutie marks!” Starlight says.

“Like hell you are bitch…”

Starlight looks back at Alex whose cheek was bleeding.

“Back in my world years ago, a certain country somewhat did the same thing as you almost…this isn’t peace, equality, or Utopia....this is Control, Dystopia…Communism.” Alex says.

“Really now…is that what you believe?”

“Yes, because I’ve seen this…and I’ll be damned if I let this happen again.”

Alex takes his Hoodie and Shirt off as his hands started to grow claws and fur, he then sprints towards Starlight with determination on destroying her. Starlight steps back as she puts up a Magical Shield to block him.

Alex scoffs as his…now transformed paw glows red as he then slashes at the Shield, shattering it, his form started to grow again and his Hair lengthens then turns white as well as his Ears grow into his Wolf Ears, and his Tail sprouts.

He then pounces at Starlight and slashes at her arm, Starlight's arm started to bleed from the scratch, “I will not succumb to you, who in Tartarus do you think you are?”

“I am a Guardian, and I protect innocents from souls like you.” Alex says

He then feels something hit him in the head, he looks back to see Double Diamond with a broken club.

He then really starts to transform.

His Fur sprouts all over his body as his height doubles to eleven, his face grows into a muzzle as he quickly takes his shoes offs as his feet start to extend and widen, the balance change to the balls of his feet turning them Digi-grade as claws and pads formed on the feet, same with his hands.

The entire crowd watch as Alex transformed into a Lycan, his transformation finished, he growls at the crowd and walks up to Double Diamond...

"Boo."

Double Diamond screams in fear and runs away as well as some other villagers. Just then he looks behind him to see Starlight cast spells on him, but they weren't affecting him, he walks up to her slowly as she continued to throw spells at him.

"C..come on Alex..." Twilight says weakly.

"A Guardian Lycan has been keeping the peace in lands for millennials...nothing has ever stop them...what's the fucking difference in a damn weak unicorn?"

"You will not ruin the peace here!!! You are the invader, you monster!" Starlight says.

"No...I am the peacemaker...let my friends go and give them their Cutie Marks...we will leave and we won't come back." Alex says.

"Alright fine." Starlight opens the vault and lets out the six Cutie Marks, they travel to the Mane Six, then they stop.

Alex starts to become enraged.

"Hey, did I tell you to stop--"

He turns around and is greeting with Starlight who was holding a Sword that looked like that was made out of...air...it looked invisible but it wasn't there.

She then uses magic to keep Alex restrained, Starlight slashes the sword at Alex's neck and blood starts to spill, she cuts into Alex's neck and carves in and out trying to actually cut his head off, more blood spilt and even though He was a Guardian and he couldn't be killed...what is happening now, actually hurts.

Alex was growling and howling through the whole time, she makes one more cut and she wipes the sword from existance. Alex had a paw to his Open Neck that was bleeding after he was let go of his restraints.

"How...did you do that?"

"I've learned so many spells when I travel, I can protect myself from anything." Starlight says.

Alex started to transform back to human, "Fuck you...you bitch..." Alex falls over face first as the last thing he saw was Fluttershy

"ALEX!!!!"

Author's Note

HOLY SHIT! THIS WAS LONG BUT WORTH EVERY SECOND, I FINISHED THIS ON MY BIRTHDAY (May 2nd) BUT HELLA REVISED IT.

Also the Gryphon is me...my OC and Eve is my Girlfriend and I love her with all my heart (If you're reading this Eve, I love you)

Anyhoo, I have two other stories that I'm working on and I will reveal them when I submit them.

Good night!!!! Zzzzzz.....