Author's Note

First off I would like to thank Lucky Rose for editing this chapter. I also want to thank Silver Speedstreak and Six Strings for being kind enough to proofread. Finally a Huge thank you to SPark for giving me advice on the story. I hope you all enjoy the story

Chapter 1 Part 1 Magic

April 1st 3:30 pm

Rhyme script is waiting after school in the rain for his parents and brother. Rhyme is 16 years old, about five feet four inches tall and weighs around 130 pounds. he has an athletic build because of all the martial arts and sword and shield training from his mother. While waiting for his family Rhyme thought about telling his family he is transgender and he has been since he was five years old. Rhyme has been debating on whether or not to tell them for three years. Rhyme having lived in Cloudsdale his whole life was used to the rain. For some reason, he found the rain oddly relaxing. Rhyme finally decided to tell his family and pulls out a book titled “friendliest schools in Amareica” on the first three pages was all the information of the school his aunts run called Canterlot High School.

Rhyme got so into his book he didn't hear his family arrive to pick him up. His mother Emerald Script is five feet tall with a highly athletic build from her job of teaching swords and all types martial arts. She also weighs about 110 pounds mostly muscle, his father Solid Script is around six feet tall 180 pounds and all muscle from his high-quality metal shop and his brother Slant Script is about five foot five inches and weighs 150 pounds. It was only when his father honked the horn that Rhyme noticed them and put his book away and gets in the car. After buckling his seat belt Rhyme takes a deep breath and prepares to speak as his father starts the drive home.

"Everybody I have something important to tell you. I know you all have been worried that I am never truly happy. I have thought about this for many years and have decided to tell you the reason. I know you have decided to send me to see a therapist if I didn't start being happy and tell you the reason. The reason I am never truly happy is that on the inside I am a girl. I never said anything because I didn't want to worry or disappoint you. In other words, I have been hiding my true self. However, I can't take the pain and self-loathing anymore." said Rhyme in a worried tone of voice because he was afraid they wouldn't accept him.

There was an awkward silence in the car as his parent's exchange a look of agreement before Emerald looks at Rhyme in the mirror and said in a knowing tone of voice and with lots of love "Rhyme Script, your father and I thought this might be the case. Mainly for three reasons. The first one is we have noticed that you have always been more comfortable shopping for clothes, getting your hair and nails done and in general doing things most guys hate to do. The second is you have always hung out with girls more than anybody else. Finally and I'm sorry to say this but a week ago you were talking and crying in your sleep. you said and I quote ‘I'm sorry mother and father. My soul feels like it is breaking apart for I have to hide my true self. I want to be a girl. I have ever since before kindergarten.’ When we heard that we knew we were hurting you by forcing you to be a boy. Just know that no matter what we will always love you. By the way, if anything should happen to your father and I we left a journal of our family history in a safe deposit box in your name at The First Interstate Bank of Cloudsdale. The key that is in your wallet is what it is used for."

Slant Script looked over at his sister and said in a calm voice with a smile on his face "Rhyme I have always noticed that you were looking at your body with disgust. I love you for the forgiving and caring person you are. You remember last summer when I broke my leg riding that horse at the cowboy farm. I noticed that whenever a girl was around the horse I rode he got defensive. Well, he got defensive when you approached and that was when I knew you were a girl at heart."

Rhyme was in shock that his family knew he was a girl at heart. It makes him wonder what he was afraid of. As he looks over at his brother he sees a knowing look on his brother's face. it worried him about what he had planned.

However, Rhyme is worried about something his mother said so he looks at his mother and asked: "Mom, what did you mean by if something happens to you and daddy you have left me a journal?”

Emerald takes a deep breath before saying "Sweetie, I have never told you this but I have the ability to see the future. Sometimes my visions don't come true. However, I didn't want you to not know your heritage. But we had to wait until you were ready. Anyways about a week ago I foresaw your father and I die. So I had to take precautions."

Rhyme is about to ask what was so secret about his heritage when he hears the screech of tires and sees headlights coming right at them. As the other car ran into them Rhyme feels extreme pain and thinks From now on I will not be friends with anyone unless they can accept me as a girl. For I cannot bear the thought of hiding myself. before he blacked out.

May 1st 10:00 AM

Rhyme starts to come to and upon seeing a calendar he realized that he must've been in a coma for a month. The first thing he notices is the steady beeping of a heart monitor and a feeding tube through his mouth and into his throat. He tried to recall what has happened. The last thing he recalled was another car coming right at him and his family. As soon as he remembered he opens his eyes to see that he is in a hospital. He looks to his right and sees a glass of ice water and a note saying press call button if you awake.

Rhyme wanting to know what happened presses the call button and waits. A few minutes later a nurse comes in and removes the feeding tube. Rhyme then takes the ice water in his right hand and tries to take a sip. The cold water looked nice and soothing for his dry parched throat. As he tries to drink the water he looks over his body and sees that his left leg is broken and his head is bandaged.

At that moment a doctor walks in and says in a sympathetic voice "Hello Rhyme Script, I'm your doctor. My name is Red heart. I'm happy to see you are finally awake. However, I need to know what the last thing you remember is?"

Rhyme looks at the doctor with fear on his face for his family and said in a hoarse voice "The last thing I remember is a car coming right at my family and I. Speaking of my family are they alright? Where are they?"

The doctor looks at Rhyme and says in a sad tone of voice as Rhyme sips the ice water "Rhyme, I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news but your family didn't make it. They died from the impact a month ago. That is including your brother. Your family was buried three weeks ago in Canterlot by your aunt Luna. You will be free to go after the doctors fill out some tests and paperwork. Just take it easy and you will be fine until you can be discharged."

Rhyme hardly able to believe the doctor cries for the loss of his family as time passes. After some time and testing the doctors gave Rhyme the approval to leave and have him sign the release papers. As he leaves the hospital he sees his aunt Luna standing by her black and dark blue Malibu.

Rhyme upon seeing her walks over on the crutches provided by the hospital. Once he is close enough he says in a shy voice "Hi Auntie. I haven't seen you in five years. I'm so happy to see you. how are you doing? I'm guessing you are here to pick me up and take me home?” Luna looked at her nephew and nodded as she helped him into her car.

“However, there is one stop I have to make. I need to stop by the First Interstate Bank of Cloudsdale.” Rhyme said as Luna started the car. “My mother told me before she died that she left me a journal with my family heritage in a safe deposit box for me."

Luna nods and says "That's fine Rhyme. After everything that has happened I agree you have the right to know. Hop in and I will take there. By the way, the life insurance, all your parent's money from the stock market, along with the titles to your parents businesses and property have been transferred to you. I know your mother's karate and sword dojo has a huge offer lined up along with your father's metal shop. The sales are up to you just follow your heart my nephew. Lastly, since you are sixteen your parents wrote an emancipation into their wills so you can live on your own if you want."

Rhyme thought about the sales and decides to sell all the property and stock as they arrive at the bank. As soon as Luna parked Rhyme got out of the car and goes into the bank. Once he reaches the counter he says in a depressed tone of voice "I'm here to check my safety deposit box. here's my key along with my Identification. If you could please hurry I would be very grateful."

The bank teller nods and leaves. He returns five minutes later with a steel box. As he places it on the counter he says in a friendly tone of voice " Will there be anything else mister Script?"

Rhyme shakes his head yes and opens the box and takes out a leather bound journal and says "Yes there is. Can you please close my account with you? Here is my signature agreeing to the close. Have a good day."

Rhyme exits the bank and gets back in the car with his aunt. As his aunt drives him to his house he opens the journal and sees a note from his mother saying ‘My dearest Rhyme. If you are reading this it means your father and I are dead.I just want you to know we will always love you. Also, everything in this journal is true. there are parts that will seem impossible but it is real. I love you always my lovely Rose. Yes, that's right I know you want to be a girl. Rose is the name I wanted to call you if you were a girl. Never give up on your dream of being a girl my daughter.’

Rhyme just having just finished the note starts to cry hard. He couldn't believe that his own mother knew he wanted to be a girl. She accepted him as her daughter and even gave her a name. Luna hearing and seeing her nephew crying pulls the car over and after pulling him into a hug asks "Rhyme, are you okay? What's wrong? You seem really upset?"

Rhyme looked at Luna and said with tears in his eyes " I'll tell you, however, you must swear never to tell anyone. I'm just not confident enough to let everyone know." After receiving a nod of agreement Rhyme said in a scared voice "You see the day my family died I told them I have always wanted to be a girl. My mom told me she knew and that her and my dad will always love me. Also, there was a note in the journal telling me my name if I was born a girl is Rose and that I am their beloved daughter."

Luna feeling the pain in Rhyme's voice pulls the young girl at heart into a hug and says "My dearest niece go ahead and let your pain out. However, I want you to know that I think you would make a lovely and beautiful girl. I love you as if you were my own daughter."

Rhyme curious about whether Luna was telling the truth asks "Do you really think I would make a beautiful girl? I mean really think it is true?"

Luna smiling at Rhyme says in a loving tone "Of course I do Rose. After all, you are beautiful. If I am being honest I have always seen you as a girl. You never really seemed like a boy."

Rhyme stops crying and said in a calm and grateful tone "Thank you, Luna. I have decided to sell everything here except for my father's old Chevy and metalworking equipment and move to Canterlot to attend Canterlot High School with you and aunt Celestia. However, when I attend I don't want you or aunt Celestia to treat me any different than any other students. Do you understand?"

Luna breaking the hug says "Of course Rose. We promise to treat you as we would anybody else."

As Luna started to drive the rest of the way to Rhyme's home Rhyme took out the journal. Rhyme looked at the first page and saw it was dated 10-17-1002 almost exactly one thousand fifteen years ago.

Rhyme takes a deep breath and reads ‘Dearest descendants. I started this journal so that you could know where we come from. There is a reason we like horses. The reason is that the land we come from is a secret world called Equestria. It is a land inhabited by sentient ponies. They are lead by two princesses. The first is Princess Luna and she raises the moon and watches over the monsters of the land. She married a stallion known as Starswirl the Bearded. He is my father and Luna is my mother.

‘The second one raises the sun and is called Princess Celestia. Anyway, when I was old enough my father, mother and my aunt sent me into this world to protect the portal since I was the best with swords and shields they have ever seen. I was supposed to return to Equestria after five years. However, I couldn't return for I had fallen in love with a human known as Lunar Love. she is my wife now and is bearing a child. So, in other words, you are part pony. Should anypony need your help I insist you help them. Sincerely Lunar Eclipse Galaxia.’

As Rhyme finished reading the first entry Luna pulls into the parking lot of his house. Rhyme decided then and there to always trust his gut and heart. Rhyme put the journal away and says "Goodbye Luna, I'll see you soon in Canterlot."

Luna smiling asked "Rose, would you like me to help you with the packing. I don't mind staying to help you. After all, you are my niece."

Rhyme smiling at Luna said "No thank you, Luna. To be honest I'm planning on hiring a moving company to pack everything up. Right now I need to be alone. However, I do thank you for all the help you have given me."

Luna looking worried said " No problem Rose. Should you ever need me I'll be there. " With everything said and done Luna drove off into the sunset while Rhyme went inside.

September 3rd 6:00 AM

Rhyme realized over a week after he was released from the hospital that he had a scar from the accident on his right arm. Rhyme has sold his parents businesses, Property, cashed in his parent's life insurance policies and went to court against the drunk driver who killed his family. All together between the businesses, property, stock and the life insurance Rhyme had inherited around fifteen million dollars. Rhyme had bought forty acres of property just outside of Canterlot which even had a lake on the property.

Rhyme knowing he would need a way to relax his sore muscles had Installed a hot tub. Rhyme woke up nice and early to go to school and went through the routine of showering, brushing his teeth, putting his hair in a ponytail and gets dressed for school.Rhyme decided to eat a bowl of cereal for breakfast before getting into his truck and went to school.

Rhyme scared of going to a new school parks the truck and approaches the school with fear. As he approaches the school a girl with red and orange hair walks over to him. Soon as she was close enough she said in a menacing tone of voice "Look here newbie, I rule this school. You can either bow before me and have it easy or I can make your life a living nightmare. It's your choice so what's it going to be?"

Rhyme not wanting a fight answered "look Miss. I don't want any trouble. However, I will not bow to you. For that would embarrass my family name and history. So do your worst. I don't care what you do to me."

The girl looking furious said in an angry voice "You have made an enemy Rhyme Script and you shall pay for it. No matter what you do you shall never have any friends here and you will get beat up mark my words."

Rhyme is in shock that she knew his name and that his choice could cause him to have enemies. However, Rhyme quickly recovers and walks into the school. An hour later Rhyme exits his first class just to be punched in the chest having his rib break. As he collapses to the floor he heard a student with blue spiky hair say " Leave this school at once you Rapist. Nobody wants you or anyone like you here."

Once the student left Rhyme gets up and limps to the nurse's office. Rhyme is almost to the office when he collapses. As Rhyme hits the floor he thinks ‘why is this happening to me?’ just as he loses consciousness.

The nurse hears a loud thud and goes to see what is going on. She opens the door to see a student passed out on the floor. Worried about the student she picks him up carefully and carries him to the beds. She gently lays him down and binds his ribs tight. she then waits for him to awaken. As she waits a young man entered clutching his hand in pain. He had dark blue hair with a stripe in it and wore a white t-shirt and a racing jacket. “Sorry nurse,” the man said as he approached “I got into a scuffle with Flash. I saw him insult and beat that guy over on the bed. I asked what happened only for him to go off at me and start swinging. I hit him in the nose in self-defense and ran off.”

The nurse grabbed some alcohol wipes and bandages and proceeded to stop the mans bleeding knuckles. “It's okay Speedy. At least I know who to report to Celestia about this. You know I don't tolerate bullying after all.” After bandaging his hand Speedy gave the nurse a wave and went off to class as she filled out some paperwork.

The sound of the bell wakes up Rhyme about an hour later. As soon as he opens his eyes he sees what appears to be a nurse looking worried. Rhyme turns away and asked "What's going on? Who are you?"

The nurse realizing that the student woke up answered "My name is Caren Heart. As for what's going on, that's what I would like to know. I heard a loud thud outside my office and went to investigate. When I opened the door I found you passed out."

Rhyme looking ashamed sayed "All I remember is someone calling me a rapist and that someone breaking one of my ribs. Once the person left I limped my way to the nurse's office before I passed out."

Caren worried that the student was still in danger asks "Do you remember what the person looked like?"

Rhyme thought for a moment deciding he didn't want anyone to get in trouble says "No I don't remember. It all happened so fast. I'm sorry if I worried you."

Caren gave Rhyme a comforting smile and placed her hand on his shoulder. "There is no need to apologize to me. I care about anyone who is hurt. not just you. it's just the way I am." said Caren as she bandages Rhyme's chest. “I suggest you go to the local hospital and make sure your ribs are fixed and you are okay. I also had a young man come in while you were gone and told me who attacked you. I made sure to report him to the principal and the local police about what happened. Please heed my advice and take care of yourself.”

As she finishes Rhyme said "Thank you, Caren. I guess I'll have to go get another check up now. Tell that man I said thank you. Goodbye."

As Rhyme left Caren says to herself "I have a feeling he is going to get hurt a lot."

The rest of Rhyme's day passes mostly uneventful. He went to the hospital and got an x-ray showing that his ribs were mostly fractured and none were really broken. As he drove home Rhyme felt like he deserved to suffer and felt like if his parents hadn't picked him up they would still be alive.

While Rhyme safely drives home he starts thinking about suicide and if he should end his life. He thought long and hard until he reached his house and decides not to commit suicide. Rhyme knew if he did then Sunset would win and that his aunts would be devastated. However as he enters the driveway he sees a girl with long blond hair, A Stetson hat and a pair cowgirl boots standing in his driveway. Scared of what she wanted he rolls down the window. As soon as the girl is close enough he asks “May I help you miss?”

The girl looking at the fear in his eyes answers “Hello, Mah name is Applejack, and I was hoping to talk to the new owners about something?”

“You swear you just want to talk. You aren’t going to attack me or anything right? I only ask because I have had a really bad day. What with me assaulted and sent to the hospital.” inquired Rhyme.

“Of course sir. I would never attack someone without cause. By the way, I’m a student at CHS. what's your name?” Applejack asks in a curious voice.

Rhyme calms down at her words but is still a little afraid as he says as he gets out and leads the way inside “My name is Rhyme Script and I also attend CHS. If you follow me we can talk in the living room.”

Applejack gasps in shock as she says ”aren’t you that rumored rapist and murderer that transferred to our school. I didn’t realize it was you, sir. I’m so sorry.”

Rhyme sighing says “I know you won't believe me but I have never raped murdered anybody. if you honestly think I could do that just ask what you want and leave.”

“ Actually wondering what you were going to do with the land. You see all this land once belonged to my family. However, during the Great Depression, we had to sell it. I came over hoping you would allow my family and I to farm it. of course, any profits made will be split between the two of our families.” says Applejack scared of what Rhyme would say.

Rhyme sighs as he looks into Applejack's eyes and after a minute of looking for any deception says “Do whatever you want. I only wanted the house, not all the land. Also, there is no need to split the profits. You and your family can keep it all since I have enough money. Now if that is all you can go and leave me alone. I know you are afraid of me so goodbye.”

Applejack nods and leaves the house. all the while she was thinking about their meeting. ‘I feel for him, after all, it isn't easy to be a new student with a bunch of rumors floating around about you. I hope he has a better day then he did today.’

Rhyme having had enough excitement for one day stands up and goes to bed. That night he dreamt of his parents and brother’s deaths. He wakes up screaming his lungs out while crying for his parents to comfort him. Like he has every night since the accident.

October 3rd, 2017

Rhyme is soaring through the sky of Equestria a world he has never been to. As Rhyme is soaring through the sky he hears something behind him he turns around just in time to see a six-pointed star surrounded by smaller stars shooting right at him, knocking him out of the sky. Rhyme wakes up with a start, his heart pounding in fear. Gasping for breath he thinks “What was that. It felt so real as it hit me. I have a feeling today or tomorrow is going to be interesting.”

Rhyme goes through his normal routine of hiding his bruises, eating, showering and leaving for school. Even though he feels like today is going to be different he is still cautious as he walks into the school and his bullies.

Even though Canterlot High school is the nicest and friendliest school nobody was willing to give him a chance. As the bell rings for lunch Rhyme runs for his hiding spot outside. Which is an empty space just big enough for two teens and six pets. It was surrounded by bushes on all sides so that the only way in or out is the side closest to the school.

Rhyme upon reaching the entrance gets on his knees and crawls in. Once inside Rhyme pulls out his lunch which consists of a grilled cheese sandwich, a bag of chips and a thermos of fresh ice tea. Rhyme just sat there for ten minutes watching the clouds float by reminding him of his dream.

Over the next five minutes, Rhyme eats and thinks about where his life went wrong. All of a sudden there is a rustling at the entrance and Rhyme gets scared. At first, only a white rabbit and a cat enter. Rhyme calms down as the cat curls up on his lap and purrs. Rhyme unconsciously scratched the cat behind the ear. However, his calm disappeared in a flash as a yellow backpack with pink butterflies is pushed in. panicking Rhyme quickly crawls over to the other side. Once he was as far away as possible he curls up in a ball and cries his heart out begging not to get hurt.

Rhyme is crying so much he doesn’t see a girl in a light green dress with pink butterflies on it crawl in. Rhyme just barely able to see the girl out of the corner of his eye sees she has light yellow hair with a light pink streak in it. He is unable to stop crying as the girl finally enters the hideout.

The girl finally noticing Rhyme was crying says in a very quiet voice that he could barely hear “ Are you okay? You sound upset. If you don't want to talk about it I understand. It’s just I can't bear to see anybody cry. I’m sorry, I didn’t know you were here. I’ll leave now.”

Rhyme recognizing the shy and scared tone sighs and says through his tears and mucus-filled nose “No, you can stay here. I’ll leave you alone. I like your animals by the way. Sorry, you had to see me like this I was crying because I thought you were going to hurt me. You see I have had my bones broken and joints dislocated since I started here.”

The girl shocked at Rhymes behavior said in a more confident tone “You know you don’t have to leave. There is plenty of room for the both of us. By the way, my name is Fluttershy. I know who you are of course. Also, I thank you for the compliment on my animals. I am so sorry to hear about all the pain you went through. It always saddens me to hear that people are being hurt.”

Rhyme stopping his crying looks at Fluttershy and said “Thank you so much Fluttershy. You are the kindest person I have met since I First started at school. Are you sure don’t mind if I stay? I don’t mean to sound so rude but ever since I transferred here everybody has been so cruel to me.”

Fluttershy sighs and looking Rhyme in eyes says “The reason nobody gave you a chance is that of the rumors. You have heard them, haven’t you? I mean I could explain them to you if you want.”

Rhyme looks at Fluttershy in the eyes and shyly said “You mean the ones about me being a rapist and murderer. Am I right? Also, thank you for helping calm me down. I am so embarrassed about it. Only four people have ever seen me cry. They were my mother, my father, my brother and my aunts. ”

Fluttershy shocked that Rhyme didn’t know the full rumors says “There is more to it than that. You see the first rumor is that you raped three boys and girls at your old school and got away with it. The second one is that you killed your family. Everybody is afraid that you will do the same to them. You are very welcome. There is no reason to feel embarrassed. I am the same way.”

Rhyme is shocked to hear the rumors in full. Soon as he recovers he said “Rest at ease Fluttershy for I swear to Luna that I have never raped anyone in my life. To be honest I have never been on a date before. However, for the second rumor, I can’t deny it. I didn’t physically kill them. But I told them something personal. Even though they accepted it a drunk driver came out of nowhere and hit the car. I was the only one to survive. My mother, my father and my brother were all killed on impact.”

Fluttershy gasps in shock and asked “your family died in a car accident? Wow, I am so sorry. It looks like the rumors are false and should you ever need me I'll be there. Do you have a cell phone?”

Rhyme pulls out his phone which is light pink and said “Yes. my parents and brother died in the accident. It happened this past June after school. Here’s my phone.”

Fluttershy takes his phone and enters her cell number. Once it is entered she hands it back saying “Rhyme, if you ever need to talk or just want to hang out give me a call. By the way, why is your phone light pink if you don't mind me asking?”

“As much as I would love to hang out with you I’m afraid I can’t. As long as I’m getting picked on and hurt I can’t hang out. Because I’m afraid if I do hang out with you they will hurt you. I can’t bear the thought of having any of my potential friends getting hurt. Do you understand? I can’t tell you the reason for my phone's color in person. However, I can text it to you later. It is very embarrassing and personal. I just hope you still accept me after I send you the message” said Rhyme putting away his phone.

Fluttershy nods and said “I understand. However, my offer still stands. Also if you want the animal shelter I volunteer at could always use more help. That is if you want to and have the time. I have seen first hand how good you are with animals. You see the cat's name is Diamond and she is very stubborn and doesn’t like people. However, she really likes you.”

Rhyme looks at Fluttershy and said as the first bell rings “That sounds lovely Fluttershy. However, we can discuss it later. That was the bell signaling that lunch is almost over.”

The two friends pack up and exit the secret hideout. What they didn’t know however was that Rainbow Dash was walking by on the other side. At first, Rainbow Dash was so happy to see Fluttershy, but as soon as Rhyme appeared Dash got furious. When Rhyme left his spot Rainbow Dash sucker punches him breaking his nose and knocking him over.

Rhyme knowing immediately that his nose is broken gets up and said to Fluttershy who is shocked and extremely angry at Rainbows behavior “Goodbye Fluttershy. I have to get to the nurse's office. Have a good day my friend.”

Soon as he finishes talking he runs off. While running he hears Fluttershy yelling at Rainbow Dash.While they were yelling the same man who helped Rhyme on his first day ran out of the nearby auto shop and got in between the two fighting girls. “What is the problem you two?! Why are you fighting?!”yelled Speedy.

Rhyme not wanting to cause a friendship to be ruined sent a text to Fluttershy saying I don’t want to cause your friendship with Rainbow Dash to fail. So as much as I want to stay friends, I'm afraid this is goodbye. Sincerely Rhyme Script AKA Morning Rose. P.S. I’m also transgender. That is why my phone is light pink. I haven’t told anybody but my parents and brother. That is what distracted them and allowed the drunk driver to hit the car.”

As he sent the message he arrives at the nurse's office. The nurse bandages Rhyme's nose and said "Rhyme since school began you have been in my office every day. The Principal and Vice Principal want to stop it but they can't if you don't tell them what has happened. Rhyme you need to think about what's best for you now. Please just think about it. If you want it to stop go talk to them."

The rest of his day is normal for him. Rhyme heads out to his truck only to see Fluttershy sitting next to the school statue. not wanting to talk to her he walks along the side of the school. he is just about to turn the corner when he sees something gold fly out and hit Fluttershy. Rhyme worried about Fluttershy turns and sees her carrying whatever it was into the school seeing she is okay he hurries home. All the while he thought about what the school nurse had said about him needing to do what is best for him. Rhyme arrived at home deciding she had a point and should anything else happen to him he will defend himself no matter what.

October 4th 7:30 a.m.

Rhyme walks into the school only to come out face-to-face with the school second-worst bully. Her name was Chrysalis. The moment Rhyme sees Chrysalis he runs away. Rhyme realized a couple years ago that when he is in dangerous situations he can react faster than anybody else.

As such Rhyme has no trouble getting away. He weaves through gaps and student so fast nobody saw him. Rhyme takes a right turn, only to come to a dead end. Rhyme turns only to see Chrysalis in front of him.

Chrysalis is furious at Rhyme for making her chase him. she turns to him and punches him in the face she hit him just hard enough and knocks him out. Not wanting him to get stepped on she drags him to an abandoned hallway and dropped him in the corner on the floor. before leaving she kicks him in the back and leaves for the class. As she walked away she saw Speedy looking at her and Rhymes body then take off towards the principal's office. Chrysalis took off after him only to come up short as he entered Celestia's office. Not wanting to get in trouble Chrysalis took off and left the school grounds.

The school bell goes off signaling the end of the third period. Rhyme wakes up after hearing the bell. Rhyme laid still and tried to remember what happened. He remembers running from Chrysalis, her punching him and him passing out. Remembering what happened Rhyme is about to get up when the voice of Sunset Shimmer stops him.

“I can't believe I didn't recognize you earlier. I should have known Princess Celestia would send her prized pupil here after my crown and her little dog too,” says Sunset Shimmer.

Rhyme opens his eyes to see who Sunset is talking to. However, what he sees shocks him. There he sees a girl with purple hair and a dark pink streak. What shocked him was the six-pointed star surrounded by smaller stars on her clothes. is the same symbol he saw in his dream.

Rhyme knowing first hand how bad things can get with Sunset is about to make his presence known when the girl says “it's my crown.”

“Whatever this is just a minor setback for me. you don't know the first thing about this place and I already rule it,” says Sunset Shimmer circling the girl with an evil look in her eyes.

“ if that's so why do you even need my crown? you went through an awful lot of trouble to switch it with the one that belongs here?” says the girl looking at Sunset Shimmer irritatedly.

“What happens when you bring an Element of Harmony into an alternate world?” asks Sunset waiting for an answer.

The girl just stood there looking confused till Sunset continues “ you don't know seriously and you're supposed to be Celestia's star student. Then again what are the chances she find somepony as bright as me? after I decide to leave Equestria. Bit embarrassing that you are the best she could do.”

Next thing Rhyme heard and saw was a dog poke its head out of the girl's backpack and bark.

Sunset Shimmer looks at the dog and says maliciously “oh, and I would keep a close eye on your mutt. Hate for him to be taken away from you.”

Rhyme expected the dog to bark but instead, it asks “ is that a threat?”

“Oh of course not. But you might want to cut down the chatter if I were you. don't want everyone knowing you don't belong here now do we? you want to be a princess here, please. you don't know the know the first thing about fitting in.” says Sunset walking away.

Rhyme waited until the new girl left to get up. Rhyme is walking to the library after the bell rang only to see the girl staring at a fruit cup in the vending machine. realizing that she looks hungry Rhyme goes over to the machine and buys three fruit cups. He then heads to the library to see the girl having a hard time typing on the computer.

Rhyme walks over to the girl and says” Hello there Miss, can I help you? I saw you looked hungry and I got you these.”

The girl looks at Rhyme and says” I would very much appreciate your help. My name is Twilight Sparkle. Thank you for the food by the way.”

Rhyme chuckles and says while sitting next to her “No problem Twilight. My name is Rhyme Script. it is a pleasure to meet you.”

Twilight looks at Rhyme and says” the pleasure is all mine.”

Over the rest of the day, Twilight and Rhyme researched everything they could. The research everything from insects and vegetables to rock music. The PA system announced the library would be closing Rhyme looks at Twilight and says “ Twilight, do you have a place to stay tonight?”

Twilight looks away and answers “ no I don't. I was going to sleep in an abandoned corner of the library.”

Rhyme remembering what the journal said looks at Twilight and says in a friendly voice “If you want you can stay at my house. I have an extra bed and warm food but it is up to you if you want to. Just know that no matter what you choose you will forever be my friend.”

Twilight starting to tear up at the corner of her eyes says “I would be glad to stay at your house. However, I must know why are you so kind to me?”

Rhyme thinks about his answer, before finally saying “I'll answer your question in my truck, okay?”

Twilight nodding follows Rhyme out to his truck. Once the truck was started they were on their way. Rhyme takes a deep breath and says “I have to be honest with you Twilight. I know you and Spike are from Equestria since your confrontation with Sunset Shimmer. However, I was surprised that Sunset was also from there. You see I know all about Equestria and the Elements of Harmony from my family's history .”

Twilight shocked to hear that Rhyme knew about Equestria asks “How exactly do you know about Equestria? Let alone the Elements of Harmony?”

Rhyme takes a deep breath and says “ I know because one of my great ancestors was the son of Princess Luna and Starswirl the Bearded. his name was Lunar Eclipse Galaxia. he was only supposed to guard the portal on this side for five years. However, he fell in love with a human. During his life, he wrote a journal with everything he knew about Equestria. the journal was handed down within my family for thousand and fifteen years. when my parents and brother died in a drunk driving accident the journal was passed down to me. That way I could know my heritage.”

Twilight gasps and asks “What killed your family?”

Rhyme recognizing the fear and her voice says “ They were killed by drunk driver. But I told them something personal and it distracted them.”

Twilight calming down asks “What did you say to them that distracted them so much? Whatever it was must have been a real shocker.”

“It was. You see I told them I always wanted to be a girl. I tried to bury the feelings but only got stronger and stronger and stronger until I was literally falling apart at school.” answers Rhyme looking around in embarrassment.

“Well Rhyme I must say I didn't see that coming. Though I must admit I think you would make a lovely mare or filly. Mares and fillies are what we call girls and women in Equestria. Although I am sure you already knew that. Also, did you say you were related to Princess Luna?”

“Yes, I did say I was related to Luna. Do you know her by chance? Also thank you for the compliment Twilight however, I have to be honest starting tomorrow it would be best if we don't hang out.” answers Rhyme looking worried.

“As a matter of fact, I was part of the group that changed Princess Luna back to normal. By the way, you're welcome for the compliment. Also why can't we hang out? I seriously think with you as my friend helping me we can win back the crown.” Says Twilight confused.

“Twilight, the reason we can't be seen together is that it will hurt your chances. You see there's a reason I don't have any friends at school. some ponies spread rumors about me being a rapist and murderer through the school. the rumor is that I raped 3 boys and girls at my last school and that I have murdered my family. the first one about me being a rapist I can deny. The second one about me murdering my family I can't cause I feel responsible for their deaths.” says Rhyme pulling into his driveway.

“Are you telling me that you don't have a single friend? Please tell me you are joking,” says Twilight getting out of the truck.

“That's exactly what I'm telling you. I almost made a friend though. Her name was Fluttershy. However, I ended the friendship between us. Only because I didn't want to end her friendship with Rainbow Dash. I know the pain of losing your best friend. Mine was my brother and it tore me up. I don't ever want to be the cause of ending a friendship.” says Rhyme unlocking the door.

Twilight walks into the living room and sees a bunch of boxes stacked all over. saying that she asks “How long ago did you buy this place Rhyme? It looks like you just got here and are still unpacking.”

“Actually I moved in about 3 months ago. The pain of losing my family is still too much all I have been able to the guest room and my stuff. It's too painful to unpack by myself. also because I don't have any friends I don't have anybody to help me.” Says Rhyme looking away.

“I see now why your house looks like this Rhyme. I am so sorry if I brought up bad memories,” says Twilight ashamed.

“It's fine Twilight but I do have a question for you if that's alright,” says Rhyme looking at the symbol on Twilight’s skirt. after receiving a nod Rhyme continues. “ What do you know about dream interpretation?”

Twilight surprised that the question says” I actually know quite a bit about the subject. Why do you ask?”

Rhyme thought for a moment before saying excitedly “Because I had a weird dream. I was flying through the skies of Equestria on a nice sunny day. then I saw something move out of the corner of my eye. I was worried it was dangerous so I turned around and then I see a purple six-pointed star surrounded by smaller stars shoot right at me. they knock me out of the air and then I woke up. the star is the same one that's on your skirt. As soon as I woke up I knew that something big was going to happen. So what do you think Twilight?”

Twilight thought long and hard before she finally says “Rhyme, I'm afraid what you had wasn’t a dream. It was a vision of the future. In Equestria, such an ability is very rare. Usually, it revolves around a Pony's cutie mark. That star is my cutie mark. In other words, you first saw me coming to this world. I'm just surprised you have such an ability.” Twilight gives a huge yawn.

Rhyme after yawning says in a tired voice “well it's getting late Twilight. There are some brand new pajamas on the bed for you, I along with a new toothbrush in the connected bathroom. I'm going straight to bed, However, if you need anything please let me know. Goodnight my friend.”

Twilight hearing Rhymes last word says “Goodnight Rhyme. I want you to know that no matter what I'll forever be your friend. Should you ever need me know that I will be there for you.”

October 5th 6:30 a.m.

Rhyme awoke extra early so he can make breakfast for his guests. walking down the stairs Rhyme thinks “Now what would Twilight like for breakfast. She's originally a horse so any meat is out. I got it I'll make her apple pancakes with honey, a cup of coffee with oats in it and some apples on the side.’ With a plan for freshly made Rhyme goes into his kitchen and starts to cook.

An hour later Rhyme has 3 stacks of pancakes made, along with 3 coffees. The first had lots of oats in it for Twilight, the second was black and in a dog bowl for Spike and lastly the third one had honey, sugar, creamer and hazelnut flavoring in it.

Rhyme just finished setting the table when Twilight and Spike walk in with big smiles on their faces.Rhyme noticing this says “Good morning Twilight, Spike. Did you sleep well? I made you both breakfast and I hope you enjoy it. It's apple pancakes with honey and syrup, and coffee with oats in it for Twilight and black coffee for Spike. enjoy, I don't normally have guests so I hope it's alright.”

Twilight looks at the breakfast then to Rhyme and says “ Rhyme, this looks amazing. Thank you so much. By the way, how did you know I like oats in my coffee.”

Rhyme blushes at the question and says “ Well Twilight, I thought you would naturally like oats. So I use the last of my oats in your coffee. However, I think you have the right to know that I like oats in my coffee too. Anyways I'll drop you off at school then backtrack a different direction so nobody will be able to associate you with me. I plan to do this so your chances won't be hurt.”

Twilight looks away in frustration and she says “ Rhyme, I don't like the plan. After all, you have been so nice to me and you deserve to be yourself. People should be more accepting of you. After all the rumors are false and you haven't done anything to anybody. So why should you be alone.”

Rhyme sighs deeply. Then he looks Twilight in the eyes and worriedly says “ I shouldn't have to be alone Twilight. However, the element of Harmony has to be the first priority. Before Sunset gets the crown and the power it holds both worlds will be in danger. Equestria will have lost its most powerful defense while this world would be stuck under the control of Sunset Shimmer. My happiness means nothing when both worlds are in danger.”

Twilight looks at Rhyme with wide eyes as she finishes her breakfast. Once she finishes her breakfast she says “ Rhyme, as much as I disagree that your happiness means nothing I have to say you have a point. The element must come first. However, I meant to say I will be back to help you. I pinkie promise you. Anyways it is time to go.”

Half an hour later found Rhyme dropping Twilight off a block from the school. Rhyme looks to Twilight with pure honest eyes and says “Good luck Twilight. I'll see you later my friend.” With everything said Rhyme took off to go to school from the other direction.

It took longer for Rhyme to get to school then it should have. When he arrives he notices he still had a half hour to class. Bored Rhyme decides to take a walk through the school until he heard Twilight's voice coming from an abandoned classroom.

Rhyme gets closer to the door and he hears Twilight say “Has everyone seen this? Is this why I was getting scared looks?”

As Rhyme got closer the voice of the school fashionista says “Of course darling. what did you expect hanging out with a rapist and murderer? It was bound to hurt you. After all, you are a new student here.”

Rhyme is shocked at what he hears. however, he continues to listen. next word that he heard lifted his spirit “ Rarity, Fluttershy, Applejack and Pinkie Pie. Have any of you actually talked to him? I ask you this because I have and the rumors you all have heard are false.” Twilight says.

“I don't believe it, darling. After all, there wouldn't be such mean rumors unless they were at least a bit true. After all, no one truly knows about his past.” Rarity replies.

Rhyme no longer being able to take the accusations drops his bag and runs away crying. He ran to the rooftop and thought ‘Why doesn't anybody give me a chance. I'm nice and respectful of others. So why are they so mean to me?’

Meanwhile Twilight was about lecture Rarity when she hears a loud crying and footsteps of running away. Twilight knowing exactly what must have happened Turn to Rarity and says “Congratulations Rarity. You just caused Rhyme to run away crying. For your information, I was with him all day and all night last night and nothing happened.”

“I agree with Twilight.” Fluttershy said. “Because the day before Twilight transferred in I ran into him in at his secret hiding place outside. When he saw my backpack he crawled up into a tiny ball and cried he was so scared. Anyways we talked and he was a perfect gentleman the whole time. He offered to leave but I insisted he stay. When we left for class at the end of lunch Rainbow saw him and broke his nose. as he ran away from Rainbow he sent me a text saying he didn't want to be the cause of me and Rainbow ending our friendship and that we can't be friends. don't you see he has been suffering alone after his family was killed by a drunk driver.” she says shyly.

Applejack listens to everything that Fluttershy had said and when she was finished talking Applejack sighs and says “Ah have to agree with Fluttershy and Twilight. I never told anyone this but a month before Twilight came into our lives I stopped by my new neighbor's house. I want to talk to them about the possibility of partnering up to find the land. I was scared when I found out it was Rhyme who moved into the house. I made the offer to split the profits evenly, however, he denied it saying I can do what I want with the farming and that the Apple family can keep all the profits he said he has enough money and only bought the property for the house in the lake. that way he could be alone and the whole time he was nice. if Sunset could tear us apart don't ya think it's possible she started the rumors because he didn't want to join her.”

Pinkies hair which is usually bouncy deflates and goes flat as she says “You're right Applejack. All of us have been so mean to him because of the rumors. We never took the time to get to know him. After all only innocent people would put friendship above all else. He put our friendship ahead of himself. so I say we give him a chance and get to know the real Rhyme.”

Rarity was silent for a minute thinking over everything her friends had said. When her thoughts were organized she looks at everyone and says “ After hearing all your stories and after realizing the truth. I agree with you all. we should get to know him and be his friends.” As the group nodded in agreement Rarity realized something. “Wait a minute girls! You don't think he would take his own life after what I said do you?!”

Twilight, realizing that she should have immediately gone after Rhyme runs out of the room. The girls following soon after worried about the possibility of their new friend.

Rhyme stood thinking for a few minutes whether he should end his life or not. Rhyme comes to the conclusion that everybody's life would be better off if he were to die. Rhyme thinks as he steps towards the edge of the roof ‘Goodbye world. please let my death stop people from believing rumors.’ as he takes the last few steps towards the edge.

Rhyme is just about to take the final step that would end his pain when is tackled back onto the roof. Rhyme takes a look around to see who tackled him and sees Twilight, Fluttershy, Applejack and two other girls on the roof. one of whom has purple hair and a dress with diamonds on it was the one who tackled him to the ground. Rhyme looks at everybody and says “What are you all doing here? Also, why did you stop me from killing myself? Look I heard what you all said and you were right. Nobody will want to be friends with me here. I can't take the pain and loneliness anymore. So please let me die in peace.”

Rarity finally realizing just how hurt Rhyme is by her words looks at him and says “No Rhyme you are wrong. You have five new friends right here. We realized that if Sunset can tear us apart she could start those rumors about you. So as to diminish your threat against her,we are all sorry for how we treated you. You didn't deserve it so please do take the chance to make a new friend and to make everything right.”

Rhyme looks at everybody and says in a scared voice “I'll accept your apologies. If we are to be friends you all must know something. I am actually a girl on the inside, meanwhile physically I'm a boy. In other words, I'm transgender. If you are willing to accept that and are willing to treat me as one of the girls then we can be friends. What do you think?”

Rarity is shocked hearing that Rhyme is transgender. She has heard of them before but hasn't ever seen one or known anybody like that. taking a deep breath Rarity thinks ‘Rhyme has always seemed so strong and manly. I would never have thought that he was suffering from such a secret. Or such a difficulty as transgenderism.’ However, as she looked closer she noticed the feminine mannerisms he frequently used. Rarity deciding to be the first to speak says “Rhyme, I'm sorry you had to hide your true self. To make up for treating you so rudely I would be honored to make you a special dress.”

Fluttershy speaks stop next saying “I have always accepted you as one of the girls Rhyme. I have ever since you texted me that you are transgender and I shall always be there for you. After all, you are nice to everybody and you deserve to be yourself.”

Pinkie Pie was jumping up and down with her normal active style saying “Oh my goodness we totally have to make a coming out party. After all, you deserve to be happy. As your friend it is my duty to ensure you are happy.”

Applejack looking embarrassed looks that Rhyme with a fiery red blush on her cheeks. Once she had his attention she says “I have known you were transgender ever since I first saw you. there is no hiding the pain of hiding one's true self. I know because my cousin went through the same pain. However, she didn't have anyone to accept her as she was and she took her own life. So I accept you for who you are: a beautifully vibrant and intelligent young woman who has lost a lot in her life and has suffered but deserves to be happy.”

Twilight walks over to Rhyme and giving him a hug says “See Rhyme, you do have friends. On top of that, they accept you for who you are. So what do you say? Will you accept them as your friends?”

Rhyme crying says “Yes! I accept your friendship. However, there is one person to have yet to hear from and that is Rainbow Dash. However, after her breaking my nose the day before Twilight showed up I think it would be best if she came to me. However Twilight needs my help so I will all come with you to talk to her. I'll be staying behind all of you too though.” With everything said the group of friends had to the soccer field where Rainbow Dash was known to hang out.

As everybody arrives Applejack says to everybody “I should talk to her first. Rainbow Dash and I have something we need to say to each other. it'll be quick. Only 5 minutes maximum.”

Everybody waited for Applejack and Rainbow Dash to come over to them. Sure enough 5 minutes later Applejack and Rainbow Dash returned. Rainbow Dash upon seeing Rhyme walks over to him and says embarrassedly “I'm sorry for how I acted and for breaking your nose. Fluttershy told me everything she could about what happened to your family and that the rumors were false. I wanted to say sorry immediately but first I said you should come to me. I swear to you one way or another I will make up for what I did with interest. By the way, I would love to be your friend if you will be willing to have me.”

Rhyme searches Rainbow’s eyes for any sign she was lying. After finding only pure honesty and then he says “ I would love to be your friend Rainbow Dash. However like I said to the others I can only be friends with you if you can accept something that I have to say. You see I'm transgender and I can only be friends but those who accept and is willing to treat me as one of the girls. If you can do this then I accept your friendship.”

“Of course I accept you as one of the girls. I'm sorry you had to hide your true self. If I ever get my hands on Sunset she will regret starting those rumors. No one deserves to suffer the way you have. So like I said before if you ever need me give me a call. What's your true name by the way?” asks Rainbow Dash curiously.

Rhyme looks to Twilight for encouragement and after receiving a nod he says “My name is Morning Rose. I've always like the morning sunrise. as for the Rose my mother before she died left me a note saying she knew I was a girl at heart and told me my name was Rose Script. That is why my true name is Morning Rose Script.”

Everybody realizing that Rhyme is upset goes over and give them a hug. While at the same time they all thought ‘Wow she has been hurt so much. I wish I could do something to help her. She deserves more than the pain of losing her family.’

Rarity thought for a minute about all the things she can do with a new girlfriend. Rarity is the first to break the hug saying “Why don't we all meet at sugarcube corner after school for coffees and biscuits that way we can decide how we can help Twilight win the school crown.”

After everyone agreed to meet up they headed out to class. Over the course of the day, Rhyme hung out with Twilight trying to think of any way to help her get the Element of Harmony back. Rhyme could only think of one thing he could do and that is fighting Sunset Shimmer as a distraction. But what should they distract her from?

Once the bell rung Everybody headed to Sugarcube Corner. as soon as they enter Pinkie Pie says to Mrs. cake “Hi Mrs. cake we will take our usual along with a chocolate latte with oats and a hazelnut frappe also with oats. You got that?”

Mrs. Cake gives a thumbs-up saying “Coming right up Pinkie Pie, I will also bring out some freshly baked cinnamon rolls fresh out of the oven. They are on the house.”

As soon as everybody had their coffee and a cinnamon roll Applejack looks at everybody and says in a determined tone of voice “Okay everybody. the dance is tomorrow night and we still have no idea how we are going to get Twilight the vote she needs to be crowned princess. So does anybody have any ideas?”

“How about all of us dance while we sing a song on how Twilight showed us the error of our ways. It's just an idea I had today. After all Twilight saved our friendship and I think the whole school should know about it.” says Fluttershy scared

“That's actually an awesome idea Fluttershy. However, that leads to another problem of how to do it and what to wear? I'm not going to wear a frilly dress or anything like that.” says Rainbow Dash giving Fluttershy a hug.

Rarity looks at everybody with excitement and says “How about we wear Wondercolt ears and tails. During our freshman year, they were very very popular. It was a way for everybody to show their school spirit and as it just so happens I have enough of them for the whole school. However, that still leaves the problem of where and when to do it.”

Rhyme knowing the perfect time and place as in a determined tone “Tomorrow at lunch in the cafeteria. That's where it needs to happen. As you all know Sunset will try to stop you from doing it. That's where I come in. I'll call her out to the wondercolt statue and fight her. Whether I win or lose you will have enough time. I know none of you want me to fight Sunset but it is the only way to ensure she doesn't interfere with the plan. I also have to do it alone or she will be suspicious.”

Twilight looking upset says “ Okay everybody as much as I don't like the idea of Rhyme fighting Sunset, he is right. It's the only way to guarantee that Sunset won't interrupt us. So now that we know the plan let's all go home and get ready. Don't worry about the singing and dancing your bodies will know what to do when the time comes.”

Once Twilight finished everybody went their own way home. As Twilight and Rhyme headed home Twilight says “ Rose, Should anything happen and you end up in Equestria ask to speak to Celestia and Luna. I know they will want to see and speak with you. Just don't get severely hurt fighting Sunset. I won't have it in my heart to lose a friend.”

“I'll do my best Twilight. However, the element must come first if we are to protect Equestria and the human world. anyways I'm tired, goodnight my friend I will always care for you.” says Rhyme going to bed with Twilight following suit soon after.