From Xenoverse to Equestria

Parallel Quest Nine

The Sirens

[Canterlot High School, Fourth Period: Music Room]

There were a lot of things that didn’t surprise Belle given her line of work. Fighting against evil androids that were hellbent on wiping out humanity in one timeline, running away from Berus when he’s having a temper tantrum from being denied pudding, and escaping from a ki blast that would blow the planet up within a matter of seconds…Though seeing a group of teenage girls dawning a pair of pony ears, tails, and wings just by playing music…...was something that took her by surprise.

“Huh…when Rainbow Dash said that she wanted to show me something, I was not expecting to see something like this,” Belle said as she watched Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Applejack, Rarity, and Fluttershy’s pony features disappear. “So does the transformation happen when you play music or can you do it without the source of music?”

“From what I can tell, it can only happen when they play music,” Sunset answered.

“Oh don’t forget the time when we turned into our magical form after blasting Sunset with a beam of magic with Twilight’s help to stop her from taking over the world.” Pinkie Pie said as she noticed Sunset deadpanning at her. “No offense.”

“...None taken, but she’s not wrong about that.”

“Can you do that?” Belle asked as it caused Sunset to flinch at the Saiyan’s question.

“Um…I think I’ll keep my distance from Equestrian magic.” She said while looking off to the side in shame.

“Hm, I suppose that’s understandable. So what can your transformations do?” The Saiyan asked as the girls looked at each other for a moment before shrugging.

“We honestly don’t know,” Applejack answered. “I mean Fluttershy and Rainbow Dash can fly due to having wings, but other than that. This is pretty much it.”

“Really. Kind of a let down if I’m being honest. But still impressive that you can do that sort of thing…though the requirement is kind of stupid.”

“I’m sure we’ll figure out a way without the need for music.” Rainbow Dash said as the girls returned to normal. “But we should get back to training for the upcoming musical event we’re having this week.”

“Musical Event?” Belle asked.

“Well, it’s more of a fundraiser to help repair the damage after the fall formal incident…no offense Sunset,” Applejack said as Sunset rolled her eyes and sighed in annoyance.

“None taken. But yeah, the musical event was Principal Celestia’s idea as a means to raise money to repair the damage I caused to the school. Of course, I’m not going to enter it due to obvious reasons, but it’s nice to just listen to music.”

“Hm, understandable. Guess we’re both going to be listening to the music when that day comes.” Belle said as she reached into her pocket to pull out a bag of skittles to munch on.

“You’re not going to join in on the fun?” Pinkie Pie asked as the Saiyan shook her head. “Is it because you don’t know how to play a musical instrument?”

“It’s not that I can’t play music, it’s just never been my thing. I prefer fighting tournaments, sparring matches, or fighting against powerful foes.” Belle answered while letting out a low yawn. “While I do like music, you won’t expect me to be in a musical competition like this.”

“Is fighting all you can think about or do?” Rarity asked. “I mean surely you have other hobbies than just fighting non-stop?”

“Nope, not really,” Belle said without a hint of hesitation.

“Geez, not even time to think it over?” Rainbow Dash asked while laughing slightly.

“I’m a Saiyan. What did you expect? While some may be interested in music, others prefer the thrill of battle, like me.”

“Why? Why would you enjoy the thrill of fighting over anything else?” Rarity asked.

“Because why not?” Belle said as a grin appeared on her face. “Don’t you want to see how far you can push yourself beyond your limit? Don’t you want to reach new heights beyond what you are now? Don’t you want to compete against powerful opponents so you can be the strongest?” The Saiyan asked as everyone besides Rainbow Dash and Sunset shook their heads. “Well, at least two out of the six of you know what I’m talking about.”

“Well, I’m an athlete so I can understand what you mean by that. I really should add you to the soccer team when I get the chance.” Rainbow Dash said as Applejack shook her head.

“We’re trying to keep a low profile on the whole Belle’s an alien thing remember? If she were to join the soccer team and lose herself in the competition, then they’ll find out she’s an alien and we’ll be in a huge amount of trouble with Celestia or worse.”

“I can hold back…when the moment calls for it,” Belle said as Applejack deadpans at the Saiyan.

“No joining the soccer team. Got it?”

“Fine…killjoy.” She said before huffing in annoyance. “But yeah, don’t expect me to play any instruments...unless I get to hit someone over the head with it?”

“You are not allowed to join the soccer team!” Sunset yelled as the Saiyan rolled her eyes.

“I’m joking. I won’t hit anyone with an instrument…unless they deserve it~” Before Sunset could retort with an answer to Belle’s comment, a voice from the intercom spoke up.

“Sunset Shimmer and Belle Pepp, please report to the Principal’s office. Sunset Shimmer and Belle Pepp, please report to the Principal’s office.” Luna said as the intercom turned off. The girls looked at each other in utter silence before Sunset spoke up.

“You don’t think it had something to do with what happened yesterday, do you?” She asked as the Saiyan shrugged.

“Possibly, but in fairness. I did follow the rules in not hurting them or causing damage to the school. So she can’t be angry with me for using a small fraction of my powers to deliver justice to those girls.”

“Good luck telling them that,” Sunset said before looking over at the other girls. “We might be gone for a while, so we’ll meet you, girls, at lunch?”

“Yeah, we’ll meet you after lunch.” Rainbow Dash said while tuning her guitar. “While you’re off meeting with Principal Celestia, we’ll be practicing our music.” She said as Sunset and Belle nodded and left the room.

[Principal Celestia’s Office]

Upon opening the door to Celestia’s office, they saw Celestia, Luna, and three girls sitting in front of the principal’s desk as they all looked over at the doorway to see the two girls enter the room. A smile appeared on the principal’s face as she motions for the two to come over to the side of her and Luna.

“Thank you both for coming. I know this is your free period, so I’ll make this short.” Celestia said as she motions to the three girls in front of her. “I would like to introduce to you three new students that will be joining Canterlot High. Meet Adagio, Sonata, and Aria Dazzling.”

“Hi!” Sonata said as she waved at both Sunset and Belle, only for Aria to put her hand down in a forceful manner.

“Oh, um. It’s a pleasure to meet you three.” Sunset said before walking over to Adagio and offering her a handshake. “My name is Sunset Shimmer, the girl next to me is named Belle Pepp.” She said as the Saiyan waved at the trio. “Welcome to Canterlot High School.” A smirk appeared on Adagio’s face as she shook the teen girl’s hand.

“A pleasure to meet you. I must say, if this school has more students like you who are nice off the back, then I might say that we might get well adjusted to this place~”

“Huh, so they’re new students just like me?” Belle asked as Celestia nodded. “I get the feeling you want us to be their guide around this school?”

“Well, more of Sunset to be their guide seeing how she knows this place like the back of her hand,” Celestia said before turning her attention to Sunset. “If you don’t mind doing it, that is?”

“Oh, I don’t mind doing that. It would be nice to help out new students who’ll be joining C.H.S.” Sunset answered as Adagio smiled. “Plus it would be nice to meet some new people who don’t know about the fall formal and not be afraid of me.”

“Wonderful. As a token of my gratitude, I’m willing to give you another free period tomorrow to make up for this.” Celestia said, which took Sunset by surprise.

“Wait, is that a one-time thing, or is that a permanent thing?” Belle asked as Celestia closed her eyes for a moment before opening them. The moment she did that, the Saiyan noticed a slight tint of a green glow appearing in Celestia’s eyes before vanishing as she spoke.

“It’s permanent. Again, think of it as a gift to Sunset for helping out three new students in getting familiar with the layout of this school.” Celestia said before reaching into her desk to pull out a stack of paper and handing three pieces of paper to Adagia, Aria, and Sonata. “Here are your schedules for this semester. If you lose them, then you’ll have to ask your homeroom teachers for another copy of it. Depending on how you do in each class, your schedules might change with each semester if you’re doing poorly in the subject you’re in.”

“So basically do our work and not goof off if you want to keep the classes that you like throughout the school year?” Aria asked as Celestia nodded.

“For the most part. But that would be if you’re not taking the class seriously, or if you are struggling due to not understanding the work."

“That’s fair I suppose,” Adagio said as she looked over at Sonata who was currently playing with a metronome on Celestia’s desk. “I’ll be sure to keep that in mind.”

“Before I let you go, I would like to inform you girls about the rules we placed here in Canterlot High.” She said before going into a long explanation about the rules of the school. While she was busy talking to the three girls, Belle pulled Sunset off to the side and began to whisper to her.

“Don’t freak out, but there’s something off about Principal Celestia and those three girls,” Belle said which caused Sunset to raise an eyebrow at her.

“What do you mean by that?”

“You may not be able to sense energy, but I can. And there’s something off about those girls and Celestia.”

“...Explain?”

“Okay, so from what I’ve gathered. The people of this planet give off a rather blueish-white energy color. Well everyone except for you and I, given how we’re from different planets.”

“Wait, what kind of color do you and I have?”

“Yours is black and red, while mine is black and purple,” Belle said, which caused Sunset to have a worried expression on her face. “What?”

“N-Nothing, please continue.”

“Okay…anyway. The people in this town have a blueish-white color for energy. Those three girls and Celestia are giving off a sickly scarlet red color. Kind of similar to demons from the demon realm where I come from.”

“Wait, you mean they might be from another world?”

“Possible, or they might be from your world given how I sense a hint of magic along with them.”

“You don’t think they’re evil…do you?” Sunset asked as Belle shook her head.

“Hard to say. I mean they give off an evil vibe, but they haven’t done anything that would warrant them as evil. I would advise that we tell the girls about this and have a small meeting about this once we’re done giving them a tour around the school.”

“Not a bad idea. But what if they try to do something while we give them a tour around the school?”

“Pretty sure they’re not that stupid enough to attack someone while we’re in a public area. Plus if they do, I can always knock them out before they could even try it.”

“Fair point.” Sunset said before looking over at Celestia and the new students who were finishing up their conversation.“What do we do now?”

“Just play it cool and try not to look like you got caught stealing a cookie or sticking your dick in a jar of peanut butter.” She said which took Sunset by surprise.

“Do I even want to know where that statement came from?”

“...I’ll explain that later. But for now, act natural.”

“With that in mind, I welcome you once again to Canterlot High School and hope you’ll have a pleasant experience. You’re free to leave.” Celestia said as the three girls nodded, stood up, and walked over to Belle and Sunset.

“Sorry for the wait. I believe we can begin the tour now, right?” Adagio asked as Sunset nodded.

“Y-Yep, I’ll be guiding you three around the school so you can get familiar with where you need to go. It should take that long, so you’ll be able to have lunch afterward.” She said before motioning them to follow her outside of the principal’s office.