Author's Note

Well guys, this is it. The final chapter. It has been such a thrill writing this for you all. Your many comments, likes, and favorites. have really inspired me to keep going. As you will see, I have left plenty of room open for a sequel. So keep your eyes peeled!

A very special thanks to Josh. Your contributions to this fic were invaluable. I could say thanks, but that would never be enough to show my gratitude to you. Normally I don't like giving credit to others in my work, but This fic was truly a collaborative effort with you. Thanks for your help with this, and Thanks even more for being my friend. Have some Derpy for your trouble.

And This fic wouldn't even be possible without you, Raevyn. Your love, joy, and wonderful heart inspire me every day. You are my inspiration and the reason why I write. I am so proud to be your mommy, and I love you more than you could ever imagine. That doesn't even come close to saying how much you mean to me.

Thank you all for your help and inspiration. I appreciate you.

Enjoy the final chapter, and thank you for reading!

The Happy Ending

Twilight spent the rest of the day flying high from her mentor’s announcement. Soon, so soon would Spike see just how much he meant to her. She knew she would have to keep this to herself, though, if she wanted it to stay a surprise. She couldn’t tell a soul. Not even her friends. Not if she wanted to keep it as amazing as she intended it to be. She got home from the train station, put her saddlebags away, and then went to pick up Spike from Sugarcube Corner. Spike had been so excited to see her when she came in, and it filled her with joy. She hugged him tightly and pecked him on the head. He was perfect. She thanked Pinkie for watching over him, and took him home soon after.

That next week went by slower than molasses for Twilight, and she silently got more on edge as the day drew nearer. When her friends came to see her, they noticed that something seemed to be off with her. But they collectively decided to wait it out a few more days before they confronted her on it. However, the day after they decided to do this, Twilight informed them that she would be taking a trip to Canterlot to see the princess, and they thought that that might be what was causing her distress. They all agreed to watch Spike as a group that day, and Twilight was relieved. It would mean less work for her when she came back. She wanted to tell all of them at once what was going on, and it would be much easier when they were all in one place.

When that day finally came, Twilight was so excited she could barely stand it. She hugged her friends and kissed Spike goodbye, before she took off for Canterlot. As the train exited the station, a tingling feeling came over her. It traveled inside of her chest and went all the way down to her hooves. This was the moment that would begin the rest of her life. And she couldn’t wait to see what it brought her. The ride was over more quickly than she thought it would be, and then she was making her way to the castle. Walking there was agonizingly slow compared to how quickly she could have been there if she had teleported there. But a part of her wanted to make this day last as long as possible.

After what seemed like an eternity, she made it to the castle. It took everything she had not to run through the halls and race to the throne room. She did not see Princess Luna like she did the last time she was here, but she got the sense that the Princess of the night was watching her, and was proud of her nonetheless. The hallway seemed endless, but at last she made it to the doors. She pushed them open, fighting the urge to sigh in relief.

There on her throne, sat Princeess Celestia, who smiled at her in greeting.

“Twilight Sparkle. Right on time as always.” She said.

Twilight bowed respectfully to her mentor. “Princess Celestia. Thank you so much for taking the time to see me today.”

“Of course, my student.” She said. “I have everything right here for you to sign.” The princess pulled out a small stack of papers.

Twilight grinned. “Thank you, Princess.” She said, and took a quill and ink in her magic to sign the papers.

She signed each form, reading it over carefully, and signing next to where the princess had already put her signature. Quickly, the last forms were signed, and Twilight was grinning ear to ear.

“Congratulations, Twilight. You are now officially Spike’s mother.”

Twilight could not contain the joy inside of her and leapt on her mentor in a giant hug. “Oh, thank you Princess Celestia!”

The Princess froze for the barest second before hugging her student back. “You’re very welcome, Twilight.”

Twilight let her go, blushing. “If you’re able to come, I’m telling Spike and the girls about everything today with a party.”

“I’d be delighted to.” She said.

Twilight’s eyes lit up. “Really?”

“Of course. I’ll be there.” She promised.

“Thank you, Princess.”

“Anytime, Twilight.”

Celestia gave Twilight a copy of the papers, which she put into her saddlebag. With one last thank you, she went to board the train back to Ponyville.

The ride back seemed to somehow take longer than the ride there, and Twilight was bursting with jubilation. She was relieved when the train pulled in.

Twilight couldn’t contain herself and teleported home. When she opened up the door, her friends and Spike were inside, all gathered in a circle and playing together. When she entered, everypony looked up. Spike grinned and ran over to her.

“Mama!” He called. She hugged him happily.

“Hey there, Pumpkin! How are you?”

“Good!” He said.

Twilight kissed his nose. “Good. And I have a very special surprise for you.”

Spike’s eyes brightened. “Really?”

Twilight nodded. “Oh yes. The most special surprise there has ever been.”

“Really?!” He squealed.

“Yes! But first, we need to get ready.”

“Huh?”

“We need to get ready.” Twilight said. She looked up to Pinkie. “Pinkie, do you still have some emergency party supplies here?”

“Pffft, Twilight, did you get loco in the coco? You are talking to the party planner in Ponyville. Of course I do!” Said Pinkie. She pulled out a party cannon and pulled it, and instantly the room was decorated, complete with a cake. Twilight grinned.

“It looks perfect, Pinkie. Thank you.”

“It looks beautiful, darling. But would you mind telling us what we’re celebrating?”

“I’ll tell you as soon as our last guest gets here.”

“No need,” Said a familiar voice. “I’m already here.”

“Princess Celestia!” They all chorused, and bowed to her. The Princess chuckled.

“Thank You, everypony.” She said. “Now, I believe Twilight had something to tell you.”

“Yes,” Said Twilight. She turned to Spike, eyes flickering with a dozen different emotions. “Spike, from the moment I hatched you, I knew you were special. You were everything I could ever want in a friend. But you were even more than that to me. As time went on, You became my brother, and now, now you’re my son. So I have a gift for you to celebrate that.” She said, and used her magic to get out the papers. She handed them to Spike. His eyes bugged out as he saw the title.

“Adoption papers?”

Every jaw in the room dropped at that. Then, Twilight nodded. “I love you, Spike. And I want to prove it to you. I want to take care of you every day for the rest of my life.”

Everypony in the room had tears running down their face, and were smiling. Even Princess Celestia couldn’t help wiping away a teardrop or two.

Spike’s lips trembled and his eyes welled up. He threw himself into Twilight’s coat.

“I love you so much, Mama!”

And then, Twilight was crying too. “I love you too, Spike. I’m so proud to officially call you my son.”

Their friends all gathered around them in a giant group hug. Twilight knew that whatever life had to bring her, this moment was the best one of her life. And she knew that whatever trials were to come, She would face them with her friends by her side.

And, of course, her son.