The Hidden Princess of Equestria

Twilight was conducted by Spike through Canterlot city. While they were walking, Twilight looked fascinated to everything that surrounded her. She had never been in a city like Canterlot and the constant agitation was something that she was not used to. The variation of stores and houses, as well the great amount of colors and smells and the numerous types of ponies waling harmoniously made Twilight forget of any negative aspect that the captail should have.

It was then that they arrived to what was a small tower at the edge of the castle. Arriving there, they climbed up the stairs until they reached the entrance door. Spike put down Twilight’s luggage on the floor, while saying:

“Well, we arrived… finally.”

“It’s here where I’m staying?” Twilight asked, observing the tower.

“Technically, it’s where we’re going to stay” Spike replied, while holding a golden key. “I am your assistant after all. But don’t worry, I don’t use to snore… At least, I think not.”

That caused Twilight to drop a laugh, while Spike put the key in the lock and turned it. The door opened and they got in, with the vision of the interior of tower causing Twilight to become openmouthed. The walls of the tower were covered with shelves full of books, while the room in itself was divided in subdivisions, all threaded with chairs.

“Wow… this is amazing!” Twilight exclaimed.

“Do you think so?” Spike asked. “I think it only has what any student would need. Any way, I don’t know what you want to do now: to settle in or to know the school.”

The young unicorn didn’t had to think twice to answer:

“If you don’t mind, I would like to get to know the school.”

Spike seemed relief with the answer and said:

“That’s good, it means that I can have a break. No offense, but I think that you put too much in your bags.”

Chuckling, Twilight replied:

“Yes, my family uses to tell me the same.”

“Well, let’s go to the school then” Spike said. “Fortunately for you, it isn’t too far.”

And, following the young dragon, Twilight got out of the tower that would be her home for the following future.

It didn’t last for Twilight and Spike get to the school. The young unicorn got rapturous for finally being at the school of her dreams, about to develop her magic the best magic users of all time, being one of them her greatest idol and headmaster of that school.

“Ok, the first thing to do is to introduce yourself to the headmaster and, after that, I can show you around” Spike said.

“That means that now I’ll meet personally… the great Star Swirl the Bearded, the greatest conjurer that ever existed in Equestria?” Twilight asked.

Noticing the great enthusiasm in Twilight’s voice, Spike said:

“I’ll guess and say that you’re a fan.”

“Are you kidding?!” Twilight exclaimed. “Star Swirl was one of the reasons why I tried to enroll in this school in the first place. He inspired me to try to be always better in magic, beyond he being the oldest and most gifted conjurer on the land and one of the few to be able to stand against King Sombra.”

“Wow, that’s what I call admiration” Spike commented. “But just take this advice: try to control yourself in his presence. Don’t forget that he is the headmaster of the school where you now study.”

“Yes, you’re right…” Twilight agreed, while taking deep breaths to calm herself down.

And then Spike took Twilight to Star Swirl’s office. Arriving there, the young dragon knocked two times before a deep voice say:

“Come in.”

Spike opened the door and said:

“Excuse me, sir, but the student Twilight Sparkle is here.”

“Let her come in and then leave us” the voice ordered.

Turning to Twilight, Spike said, while making an inviting gest:

“You can go, Twilight. Meanwhile, I’ll get something to eat, while I wait. Don’t worry, I bring something for you.”

“Thank you, Spike” Twilight thanked.

And so, taking a deep breath, Twilight got in.

The first impression that Twilight had when she got in was of having got in a library as the office was full of shelves with books and parchments. At the end of the office was a desk where, behind it, was Star Swirl, who was with his back to Twilight, looking through the window. Closing the door, Twilight advanced until she reached the desk where she stayed waiting for Star Swirl to talk to her.

“I have to say that I got very surprised when I got your application, Miss Sparkle” Star Swirl said, turning to Twilight. “For a pony that comes from a land with such superficial magical teachings, your knowledge on subjects related to complex branches of magic is quite impressive.”

Twilight wasn’t expecting a compliment coming at the beginning of the meeting from the headmaster of one of the most prestigious schools. She replied, humbly:

“I thank you for your generous words, sir.”

“But I must warn you that talent won’t be enough to excel in my school” Star Swirl continued. “I always hope work and dedication from all of my students, mainly from the ones with great potencial.”

“Don’t worry, sir” Twilight replied. “I take everything I do very seriously, mainly when it comes with magic.”

Appearing to have liked Twilight’s answer, Star Swirl made a gesture with the head and said:

“I like how you said those words, Miss Sparkle. It just reveals the veracity of your words. Let’s see how serious you take magic during your stay in this school. Normally, the accepted students are organized in little classes with a tutor being determined to it. But, to students more advanced, like you, the school determines an internship with one of top tutors.”

“And who will be my tutor?” Twilight asked, curious.

“It will be myself” Star Swirl replied, for the young unicorn’s surprise. “My current apprentice is near graduation. It would be good to have a new apprentice as soon he finishes his studies and, having in count that you took my interest with your level of knowledge and talent, I thought in you to take his place. What do you think?”

Twilight took some time to process the invitation Star Swirl made to be his apprentice, as it was a dream come true.

“I… Of course I accept!” she replied with great enthusiasm. “Thank you for this opportunity, sir.”

“You don’t have to thank me” Star Swirl said. “I just picked the best candidate. I can see a great future ahead of you, Miss Sparkle. I hope you can get it. Now, I think that it is best for you to go, to enjoy the rest of the day. Try to get to know the school and its facilities. Tomorrow we start with your learning.”

“Yes, sir” Twilight replied, getting up and heading to the exit. “Thank you, sir. I wish a good day.”

“For you too, my dear” Star Swirl replied.

And Twilight got out of the room. When the door closed, Star Swirl headed to a looking glass that he had near and used his magic. At that moment, the image of Celestia appeared.

“I have news, my queen” Star Swirl informed. “I just ended up knowing the young princess Twilight.”

A big smile appeared on the alicorn queen’s face, being a smile filled with pure joy.

“How does she looks like?” Celestia asked.

“Well, I just got to know her for a few moments, but it seems to me to be a gifted young lady with a desire to do her best in everything and very respectful” Star Swirl disse. “I dare to say that she possesses a kind and pure heart.”

“I have to thank Petal Shy for that” Celestia said. “She rose Twilight as I knew she would. I wished to thank her for everything she did, but sending any type of message to the outside the borders…”

“It would call King Sombra’s attention” Star Swirl completed. “I understand perfectly, Your Highness, and I agree completely.”

“But she knows how thankful I am” Celestia said. “And when we meet again, I would be able to express my gratitude with words. But now the most important thing it’s that now I have my hidden daughter close to me. I can’t wait to meet her again…”

“I recommend for you to control your emotions, Your Highness” Star Swirl advised. “By what I could notice, Princess Twilight is very sensible. It’s for the best that we try to conceal the fact that she’s your daughter for now.”

“I know that” Celestia replied. “It breaks my heart to do it, but it’s something that is necessary to do in order to protect her until she is ready. I count with you to guide her in the best way possible, Star Swirl.”

“I’ll do my best, my queen” Star Swirl replied, making a bow.

And Celestia’s image disappeared.