Epilogue *edited*

One hundred years later

“And then the humans Simon and Rolf put aside their differences to fight together and defeat the evil demon Victor.” Twilight closed the book silently, pleased with the ending. Of course, she wouldn't be too disappointed by it considering she wrote the book. It was almost everything that had happened when Simon had appeared all those years ago, though she had changed parts of the story to make it more foal friendly and made it a story about friendship. Nothing wrong with a little embellishment.

Twilight lifted her head to look out among the young children of different species sitting out listening to her read. Soon the children started to bombard her with questions but a ringing bell interrupted them. “Alright, everypony don't forget your stuff on the way out.”

As the children all gathered their things together Twilight waited by the entrance to the school room, waving goodbye to them as they left and chatting with parents as they waited. At one point Twilight heard a conversation between a colt and his mother.

“I really did see a human mom, they used the secret language that Princess Twilight taught us and everything.” the colt whined.

The mother smiled at her son. “I'm sure they did, but I'm sure Princess Twilight is a busy mare so let's not bother her with this.”

Twilight chuckled to herself as she approached them. “Hm, I seem to remember a certain filly who would come to me with a story about a magical tea party she would have with a human.” Both ponies whirled around, the mother blushing even as she bowed to the princess.

“Well, I guess you can say that my son got his imagination from me.” She spoke embarrassed.

“And I never would have thought to stifle yours nor will I stifle his.” Twilight leaned down to the small colt. “Go on, what did you and the human talk about?”

The young colt seemed shy for a moment but soon spoke up. “Well, it wasn't a long talk, they simply asked me about some place called The Golden Oaks Library. When I told them I'd never heard of it they thanked me and walked away.”

Twilight was shocked hearing somepony so young mention her old home. “Where did you see this human?”

The small colt smiled at the thought of the princess believing him. “It was at the edge of town near the Everfree Forest.”

Twilight thanked the colt before leaving, drawing a few curious looks her way as she headed back to her castle.

Making her way to the door, Twilight offered a quick greeting to Spike, her oldest friend.

The young dragon had grown so much in so little time, he no longer fit inside because of his size being that of a full grown Dragon now, but he didn't mind just lazing about outside.

Inside the castle, Twilight went straight to her room where she used her magic to open a secret compartment. Inside were several objects, each one a token from a friend that had passed on. Using her magic Twilight moved several objects aside until she found what she was looking for. She pulled out two objects, the first was an unassuming book, the second was an object that hasn't worked since its maker disappeared.

Twilight smiled putting on the headset for old times sake. She placed the book back into the compartment and moved over to the mirror to look at herself. Sighing to herself, removing the almost invisible clip from her ear, as she did the magic that changed her iris back to its original purple faded, changing it to a more blueish color.

Twilight smiled to herself in the mirror, she had changed so much since back then. Most notably, she had become an Alicorn and was now an official Princess of Equestria, with the stature to match Celestia’s. On top of that, she was also the principal of the School of Friendship which had been an official school from some time.

Twilight removed the headset placing back into the compartment and sealed it with magic. Moving away from the mirror she sighed knowing full well that there was little to no chance of Simon actually being back and that thought served to cause a sense of loneliness she’d been working to bury, to resurface.

Twilight flew in the direction of the Everfree Forest, memories of flying with the Blitzkrieg came back and how much easier it was because it did all the work for her. She was certain if Rainbow Dash was still here, she’d call her lazy for thinking such a thing.

Soon Twilight was in the clearing where Simon had first appeared, looking around there were no signs of any kind of disturbance. Twilight let out a disappointed breath she tried not to get her hopes, up chances were that the colt had heard about the library since it was no secret where Twilight lived before the castle.

Perhaps it was foolish to dwell on long gone memories, but she just wanted to see him again, she felt so alone sometimes. Her friends and family were sadly long gone, the victims of time’s cruel fate. True she had Spike and as a dragon, he would live for many centuries, but eventually, even he would pass, leaving her all but alone. Upon learning of her immortality, she’d long given up any hope of having a family or a lover. They’d simply grow old and pass on like her friends, and she couldn’t bear that kind of pain. Even with her students, it was only a temporary solution as no matter how close they would be, they too would grow and age, while she remained the same.

Dejected Twilight started slowly walking towards Ponyville. As Twilight had cleared the forest and was now moving through the clearing to town she was stopped by a voice.

“Excuse me miss, you wouldn't know of a town called Ponyville and where I might find it?”

Twilight stopped, more surprised by the fact she wasn't addressed as a princess than the fact they were asking about the town they were just outside of. Twilight put on her best princess face. “Oh yes, we are just outside of it. If you would like I could give you a personal tour of the Castle of Friend…” Twilight stopped mid-sentence as she finally turned around and looked at the tourist.

“Oh good, I finally found it.” The tourist chuckled.

Twilight was speechless standing in front of her was Simon.

Simon stopped, looking intently at her face. “You wouldn't happen to be a descendent of a pony named Twilight Sparkle, would you?”

Twilight was frozen, she had gotten so used to foals wanting to use the fun language that the princess taught them, that it hadn't even registered in her mind that they were speaking the human language. Simon waved a hand in front of her face trying to get her attention. It only took Twilight a moment longer to clear the shock from Simon's appearance.

“Simon!” Twilight shouted tears starting to blind her vision as she spread her wings out and made a full body lunge at him toppling both of them over. Simon seemed confused at first them gained a gentle smile before patting the top of her head.

Before Simon had the chance to say anything Twilight started rambling off questions. “How did you get here. How long have you been here? What happens with the oath and Victor?” Twilight was only silenced when Simon pressed his finger to her lips.

“All in good time, but first.” Simon removed a small object from his pocket. Twilight watched as Simon pressed a button on it and a vortex opened up next to them.

“You wanna see what's on the other side?”