Sparkle and Flame

by TeddieAtWork

Police Involvement

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Back at Canterlot High, Celestia and Luna are on complete damage control. Ever since the onslaught of Anon-A-Miss's posts, the students have been getting at each other's throats after Sunset's break. Fights have broken out to the point that the staff and teachers have to intervene, the students aren't socializing and worse of all, the secret posting has run rampant to the point of no return.

Celestia sighed as she entered her office, with her hair ruffled and her coat a bit messed up. She sits down on her chair and pinches the bridge of her nose, as she begins to suffer from another headache. "What happened, dear sister?" Vice Principal Luna asked as she exited the file room.

"I had to break up another fight in the hallway, this time they were betting on who would win. It got to the point that I threatened to suspend those involved if they didn't stop and apologized. This is getting out of hand, Luna." Celestia said, sighing sadly.

"You know Celestia, perhaps we should ask MyStable about the secret poster's identity and-"

"I tried, Luna. I tried. All I get is a response saying that they can't, because of their privacy policy. Not even a single hint on who is behind that profile."

Luna sighed and set down Celestia's cup of tea, of which she accepted and took a sip. "In all of my years as your Vice Principal, this is by far the worse incident I had to deal with. Not a day goes by without me being called by Mister Doodle or Granny Smith because of a fight breaking out. I had to suspend four students today because of that."

"I know you mean well, Luna," Celestia said as she gave Luna a sad smile.

Moments later, someone is heard knocking on the door.

"You may come in," Celestia said.

The door opened to reveal Shining Armor and a police officer next to him, "Stay out here and keep the students in line while I go talk to the Principal."

The officer nodded, as Shining walked in, closing the door behind him.

"Ah, Shining Armor. It's good to see you again." Celestia said.

"It's good to see you, too, Principal Celestia," Shining replied as he took a seat.

"No need for formalities, Shining. You know that you can call me by my name, especially since you and my niece are married." She smiled.

"But of course, Celestia."

"I assume that you didn't come here for the pleasantries and tea, Shining?" Luna asked.

He sighed, taking off his cap and fixing his hair. "Sadly, that isn't the case this time. I'm here to talk about one of your students, Celestia."

"Why, whatever happened Shining?"

"You see, it's Gilda. She's one of your students. Sadly, I have to tell that she's been arrested two days ago on charges of attempted murder."

"WHAT!?" Both sisters exclaimed in shock.

"Before you ask, yes, I have proof. She's in the station right now in custody, I personally led two of my best officers to apprehend her." Shining added.

Celestia let out a distressed sigh, as she pinched the bridge of her nose again, "I can't believe this. Gilda is a wayward student, I know that. But I didn't know she would be capable of doing these horrible things..."

"That's not all. During our interrogation, we discovered that the victim she tried to murder is also a student in CHS."

Shining then opened the folder of a familiar bacon haired girl's image, along with her records.

"Sunset Shimmer."

Celestia's eyes widened at this revelation, "Is she okay!?"

"Yes, Principal, she's safe. We're sorry we weren't able to inform you sooner than later, but she's doing okay back at the hospital. My sister is keeping an eye on her recovery as we speak." Shining said.

"She also mentioned a person that goes by the name of Anon-A-Miss, whom she said was Sunset Shimmer. Do you know anything about this Anon-A-Miss person?"

"We honestly don't know, Officer Shining." Luna responded, "In fact, we've tried to contact MyStable about the information of Anon-A-Miss. They declined, stating their privacy policy."

"Well, in that case, I'll personally make the request for investigation purposes. She confessed that the reason she tried to murder Sunset was because of the posts she allegedly made."

"Thank you, Shining. We'll relay information if anything comes up in our school, and please keep a close eye on this Anon-A-Miss user. She's the reason the entire school is a mess." Celestia asked.

"Of course, Principal Celestia. I'll take note of that. For now, I'd like you to come with me to the hospital. I'm sure your student would love to see you."

"By all means, Shining. Luna, please watch over the school while me and Shining visit Sunset Shimmer."


Princess Twilight returned empty-handed, other than bloodshot eyes, some eyebags, and messy hair. She puts down the notepad on the desk and crosses out Trixie's image on the board. "Definitely not her..." She uttered.

"Did you get anything, Twilight?" Rainbow asked as she got out of the shower room, dried up with a towel wrapped around her body and hair.

"No, Rainbow. Trixie isn't Anon-A-Miss. So is Roseluck, Micro Chips, Fleur De Lis, and so on. I've interviewed a total of six students today and neither one of them confessed nor confirmed to be Anon-A-Miss. Ugh!" She slammed her fist on the table out of stress and anger.

Rainbow then embraced Twilight from behind after dressing up and nuzzled her cheek, "Calm down Twi. No need to get angry. I'm sure we'll find the real Anon-A-Miss soon."

"Sorry, it's just... for Sunset to go through an attempted murder over something she didn't do just makes me... ugh!"

"I know, Twi. But right now, being calm and collected is what you need to be. Getting angry won't solve anything." Rainbow added.

"You're right, Dashie. Thanks for reminding me." She said as she gave Rainbow a kiss.

Moments later, a knock is heard. "Princess Twilight? It's me, Applejack!"

Twilight opened the door to let Applejack in, closing the door behind her.

"Hey, Applejack. Thanks for coming here, there's something important I need you to know.

"Is it about Anon-A-Miss? Did ya find out who the darn varmint is!?"

Twilight sighed, "No, sadly I haven't. But this is about Sunset. You see, Sunset and the... other me, were on a date when Gilda, one of your classmates, tried to..."

"Tried to what, Twi?" Applejack asked in confusion.

"Applejack... Gilda tried to murder Sunset..."

"She WHAT!? THAT DOES IT, I'M GONNA GO BEAT UP THAT SON OF A-"

"Applejack, it's okay! Sunset is very well alive and recovering. My counterpart is watching over her as we speak."

"But what about Gilda!?" Applejack angrily asked.

"It's highly probable that the police have arrested her."

Applejack sighed and hugged Princess Twilight before sobbing on her shoulder.


After Applejack left the Hotel, she texted her friends to meet her at the Apple Farm before supper to discuss to them about Sunset's status in the hopes that they will change their minds about their accusation of Sunset as Anon-A-Miss. She nervously fidgeted her fingers by the fireplace as she waited for her friends to arrive.

Not too long, Rarity's white SUV pulled over as she and the rest of her friends entered the farm, taking off their coats and boots by the door.

"Hey, y'all. Glad you could make it." Applejack said.

"We got here as soon as we can, darling! What's the emergency about?"

"It's about Sunset, girls..." Applejack said.

"So THIS is the emergency is all about!? About that traitor!?" Rainbow angrily exclaimed.

"You better watch your mouth, Rainbow! Lest you want to lose a tooth or two!" Applejack retaliated.

"You all should watch your mouth! The reason why I called you is that Princess Twilight had informed me that Sunset had been nearly murdered! That's right, you heard me! Gilda tried to murder Sunset a week ago!"

Rarity and the others are speechless after the revelation, with Fluttershy sobbing on Pinkie's shoulder.

"Oh dear, don't tell me she's..."

"Sunset's fine if that's what you're asking, Rares. She's in the hospital right now, being watched by the human Twilight."

"Woah, you mean that this world's Twilight knows Sunset?" Rainbow asked, to which Applejack nodded in response.

"Girls, Sunset is not Anon-A-Miss. Me and Princess Twilight have been investigating and interviewing students, all of which said no nor confessed to being Anon-A-Miss."

"I checked the posts after Twilight told me about Sunset's hospitalization and all of the posts were made while she was in the hospital. Now, how could an injured person be able to post such secrets if she's in no condition to?"

Silence.

"Well?"

"You mean..."

"Yes, Rainbow. There is no way Sunset was in any condition to post such things. We've accused her, neglected her and threw her away. We're a bunch of ruffians..." Rarity stated in a sad tone.

"And that's why we owe it to Sunset to find out who the culprits are and bring them to justice! She's our friend, and she needs us to clear her name!" Applejack said, with determination in her tone.

A few seconds later, a knock is heard on the door. "Who is it?"

"It's Officer Shining Armor. I have a couple of questions regarding Sunset Shimmer and Anon-A-Miss. May I come in...?"

Unknown to them, Applebloom has overheard their conversation and frantically texted her friends as soon as she got back to her room.

"GIRLS! EMERGENCY! MEET AT SCOOTALOO'S PLACE ASAP!"


The following day, Applebloom and Sweetie Bell met up at Scootaloo's place to discuss the emergency.

"What's wrong, Applebloom?" Scootaloo asked.

"It's about Sunset! Gilda tried to murder her!"

"Oh no! Is she okay!?" Sweetie asked.

"Yes, so far Sunset's alright. But you're right, Belle. We should have stopped posting those darn secrets!"

"Serves her right..." Scootaloo said.

"SCOOTS! HOW DARE YOU SAY THAT!?" Applebloom, feeling enraged at the comment, slapped Scootaloo's cheek.

"WHAT WAS THAT FOR!?"

"IN WHAT WAY DOES THAT SERVES SUNSET RIGHT!? SHE NEARLY GOT MURDERED, FOR PETE'S SAKE!"

Scootaloo sat back down, holding her cheek. "That's because she tried to brainwash us all, remember? She's a freak! She doesn't deserve to live even!"

"But she saved us from the Sirens! Aren't you glad that she's on our side!?" Sweetie Belle argued.

"This has gone far enough, Scootaloo. I'm deleting the page." Applebloom then took out her phone and accessed MyStable.

"Don't you do it, Apple-" Before she can finish her sentence, Applbeloom has successfully taken down the Anon-A-Miss blog page.

"It's done, Scoots. No more secret stealing and posting! This has gone too far!" Applebloom said, of which Sweetie Belle nodded in agreement.

The doorbell rang. "Ugh, let me get that." Scootaloo walked down the stairs to open the door. "I wonder who that is."

Soon enough, fear and regret struck her heart as soon as she opened the door to reveal who it is.

"Hello, Ms. Scootaloo. I am Officer Shining Armor. I have a few questions regarding Anon-A-Miss. May I come in...?"

"U-Uh, of course! Sure thinge officer!" Scootaloo nervously said as she let him in, with two officers following him.

"Ms. Scootaloo, are you aware of Anon-A-Miss's posts?"

"Who, me!? Why no of course not!" Scootaloo lied.

Shining smirked. He knows when a suspect is lying, especially if he already has the evidence at hand. Not too long after his interview with Applejack and the others, MyStable responded to his request and relayed the information, log times, locations and email of Anon-A-Miss's profile.

"Because apparently, Anon-A-Miss's email is known as scoots87@mystable.com. Do you know anything about that?"

"N-no! Why would I create such a profile!?"

"No, Ms. Scoots. You and two other persons. MyStable has given me every single information related to Anon-A-Miss, as this profile has caused an attempted murder."

"No..."

"Harassment, Invasion of Privacy, and so forth. If I were you, I'd come in clean now."

She sighed and raised her hands.
"Applebloom, Sweetie Belle! You better come down now!" As soon as Applebloom and Sweetie Belle arrived at the lobby, they are quickly apprehended by the two policemen.

"Scootaloo, Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, you are under arrest for Invasion of Privacy, Impersonation and various cases against you.

The three girls started to tear up as they are cuffed by the two policemen.

Shining Armor then pulled out a card from his pocket, and began to read its contents.

“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you.

Shining Armor sighed and pinched the bridge of his nose. "Take them away."

This is going to be a long day....


Author's Note

Oopsie, they're in BIG trouble now!

Also, hooray! Two chapters in one day!

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