Shine like the Day and Night

Everyone continued to watch over certain events of what would happen if Silverbolt were involved.

“So…what’s so special about the Friendship Games?” asked Twilight after she and Silverbolt came through the portal.

“Oh, a while back it was a brainchild that myself, along with Principle Faust from Canterlot High and Principle Amora from Crystal Prep Academy came up with I suggested that every four years, students would come together and would do a series of contests, but along the way, also make friends so that both schools would socialize. And a way to make friends, plus Celestia and Luna had tried to keep up with tradition from what I left behind. Although…”

“Although what?” asked Twilight as she was curious.

Silverbolt sighed and said “It’s like this. Abacus Cinch was once a student of Crystal Prep. Although the problem was, all she ever cared about was winning. She didn’t want to make any friends at all, saying that they were nothing but a distraction and a waste of time. And ever since she became Principle of Crystal Prep, she made it her personal mission to make sure that CPA is a perfect school and that friends is nothing but a waste of time and that she would belittle and insult anyone, even Canterlot High. She completely abandoned the Friendship Games’ tradition.”

“That’s awful.” Said Twilight in shock.

“I know,” said Silverbolt, “But that’s one of the reasons we’re here.”

“More than that?”

“That’s right.” Said Silverbolt whilst the two stood near the door, with their backs turned to the statue, “I received a message from Sunset that she and her friends constantly transform whenever they play their music or show a true part of themselves. Which is why she asked, the two of us to come over and help them out with that problem.”

“Do you think we will?” asked Twilight.

“I’m positive we can.” Said Silverbolt.

“And what about Cinch?” asked Twilight. “Do you think she’ll listen this time?”

“Doubt it.” Said Silverbolt, “I exposed her for cheating and she was expelled, and that her father nearly ruined the educational system, but yet no matter how hard I tried, she always tried to weasel her way out of any single situation no matter how hard anyone else tries.”

“So how will we help change things?” asked Twilight.

Silverbolt smirked and said “I have a few ideas.”

When all of a sudden, the girls saw Sci-Twi coming from around the corner with a scanner of sorts, walking over to the statue with her own scanner.

“So that’s how you almost knew about the portal.” Said Rainbow, which Twilight blushed sheepishly over that.

Sci-Twi continued to look at the portal whilst scanning it. She looked amazed and fascinated by this. Silverbolt took a peek and smirked. He motioned Twilight to be quiet and pointed at the portal’s direction, which surprised her the moment she saw the mysterious person.

Silverbolt walked over to Sci-Twi whilst she was going over the readings of the portal. He gently poked her shoulder, gaining her attention.

“Boo.” He responded normally.

Sci-Twi ended up screaming in fright, causing her to run away in fear, which caused Silverbolt to snap his fingers and stop her in her tracks and teleport straight to him, with her floating in the air with Princess Twilight standing next to him, which shocked Sci-Twi when she saw there was another her next to him.

Princess Twilight on the other hand gave him a deadpanned expression and said “Really?”

“I couldn’t resist.” Said Silverbolt. He walked over to her and said “Now, I’m sure you have a ton of questions. And you’re here, because you detected weird anomalies that happened at this school twice, am I right?”

Twilight blinked in shock of that, with him saying “I had a feeling sooner or later someone would come along and stick their nose into other people’s business. Then again, being a curious George, you couldn’t help yourself. But in case you wonder, we’re from another dimension. And if you need proof.”

Silverbolt snapped his fingers, turning himself and Princess Twilight into Ponies, taking Twilight by surprise.

“And as you can see, we’re also ponies from another dimension.” Said Silverbolt, and as you can see, we’re Alicorns. I’m sort of a prince, but I don’t stick with that title, I’m more of a teacher, and she happens to be your counterpart, who happens to be my student and is also a Princess because of her hard work.”

He turned both himself and Princess Twilight back to human, with Silverbolt snapping his fingers, letting Twilight gently down back on the ground with her staring at him in awe. She slowly walked over to him and held onto his hands.

“I have so many questions.” Said Twilight.

“And I’ll be sure to answer them as best we can.” Said Silverbolt. “My name is Silverbolt, and this is your counterpart, Princess Twilight Sparkle.”

“Um, hi.” Said Princess Twilight in a nervous tone.

“Uh, nice to meet you.” Said Twilight, feeling the same feeling.

“Now then, if you want answers,” said Silverbolt as he gestured to the school, “Follow me this way, if you please.”

Twilight nervously went with both Silverbolt and Princess Twilight, eager to know what was going on.

Sunset ended up facepalming herself, going “I knew I should’ve taken the calm approach.”

“You were just protective of the portal, it could happen to anyone.” Said Silverbolt., before they watched the next scene.

Silverbolt, Princess Twilight and her counterpart were talking with the Rainbooms, whilst they were in partial shock to see another Twilight right next to them. Silverbolt explained that because of their activity. Needless to say, the Rainbooms were surprised to hear this, but also worried at the same time.

“Oh dear,” said Fluttershy, “This is not good.”

“If we could attract this world’s Twilight’s attention,” said Rainbow Dash, “Then everyone could just come here and try to capture us, and use us for something twisted.”

“And with the Friendship Games underway,” said Rarity, “It would be disastrous.”

“I’m sorry for coming here,” said Twilight in regret, “I was just curious to see what was going on.”

“It’s okay,” said Sunset whilst reassuring her, “You didn’t mean to cause any trouble. Though…next time you’re curious about something, try asking first.”

“I’ll…try to keep that in mind.” Said Twilight sheepishly.

“Speaking of Friendship Games,” said Princess Twilight, “I heard that they’re Canterlot High’s biggest rivals.”

“They are,” said Applejack.

“And they can be very mean.” Said Fluttershy.

“They even beat us at everything.” Said Rainbow Dash.

“Really?” said Twilight surprised, “Even you? From what I heard, you’re the captain of every single team. Which is kind of impossible, but to beat even you?”

“It’s kind of silly actually.” Said Princess Twilight.

“Silly?!!” exclaimed the girls.

“What I mean is,” said Princess Twilight as she cut them off, when she knew what they were going to say, “It’s silly because Silverbolt says that both schools used to be such great friends.”

“Huh?!” said the girls.

Silverbolt took out a book and showed them, with everyone, even Princess Twilight and Twilight looking at it.

“See, both schools were great friends.” Said Silverbolt as he pointed it out.

They saw how both schools were together and from the looks of it, they were great friends.

“Huh, they do look happy.” Said Applejack when she and the girls were surprised by this.

“But if both of our schools were such great friends, what changed?” asked Rarity.

Amadeus showed them a picture of long ago, which surprised them when he was there that day.

“Back then when I was around,” said Silverbolt, “Myself, along with two Principles, Principle Faust from Canterlot High, and Principle Amore from Crystal Prep, gained the idea of both schools coming together, but we chose to host it every four years, so that newer generations can take over and experience it from their point of view, whilst at the same time, both schools could bond and become great friends. They still did a lot in the games, but all of them would get along greatly so that no one would have grudges.”

“Whoa.” Muttered the girls when they saw it.

Silverbolt looked at Rarity with a smile and said “In fact, that’s how your parents first met Rarity.”

“I beg your pardon?” said Rarity with a flexed eyebrow.

“Your mother was a student from Crystal Prep, but your father was from Canterlot High,” said Silverbolt, which greatly shocked Rarity, “That’s how they met, during the Friendship Games. It’s how they dated for years until they both got married after they graduated from college. In fact, that’s how all of your families have met.”

The girls, sans Princess Twilight, were greatly surprised by this, even Sunset and Twilight.

The girls on the other hand were also surprised to hear this.

“Mother…never told me about that.” Said Rarity, “Why didn’t she tell me?”

“And it may come as a surprise to you,” said Silverbolt when he looked at Twilight, “Your brother was originally in Canterlot High during his freshman year, but by the time the Friendship Games were over, he fell head over heels for Cadance, hence why he requested that he’d be transferred to Crystal Prep, so he’d be there for her.”

Even Twilight was surprised by this, that her brother would go through such lengths to be with the one whom he fell in love with. She couldn’t help but smile at that thought. She then got curious and looked at him.

“But if we’re supposed to be friends,” asked Twilight, “What happened to it?”

Silverbolt showed them further pictures to it.

“After a while, Principle Faust stepped down after the board appointed her as the new superintendent, whilst Principle Amore became head of Everfree University. Faust appointed both Celestia and Luna in charge of CHS because they understood the spirit of both the school and the games.”

“And what about Crystal Prep?” asked Pinkie Pie.

“That would be Abacus Cinch.” Said Twilight whilst Silverbolt showed them her picture.

“Amore Trusted her to look after the school and hoped to keep up the Friendship Games’ tradition. But unfortunately, she became obsessed with winning and perfection. So she ended up dismissing the whole ordeal and turned it into a ruthless competition. Back then I caught her cheating because she was obsessed with winning, so they had her expelled, and they didn’t even know that she would come back and take it over. That’s why Crystal Prep’s students became so miserable and ruthless, because Cinch was controlling them to do anything to win and dampen anyone’s spirit. And if she didn’t get what she wanted, she’d blackmail into doing this, especially finding a way to make sure that no one would go to any academies in order to teach them a lesson.”

The girls were shocked to hear this.

“Why that no good.” Mumbled Applejack.

“So she’s the reason they keep rubbing their victories in our faces?!” said Rainbow.

“But that’s so mean.” Said Fluttershy.

“And they didn’t even think to remove her from her position?” said Rarity.

“She’s good at covering her tracks,” said Silverbolt, “And because of the influence she’s gained, she would do anything to weasel her way out of it, even blackmail any of her students to do what she wants.”

Twilight looked really concerned, and if what Silverbolt said was true, Abacus would blackmail the best, even her, to do what she wanted.

“If that’s the case, we gotta find a way to beat her at her own game.” Said Applejack, “Without the uh, rubbing in the face I mean.”

“Oh, if only there were a way to know what the competition was.” Said Rarity.

“I know what it is.” Said Silverbolt, gaining their attention. “What? Principle Celestia, Vice-Principle Luna and I are pen pals. We keep in touch every now and then.”

Silverbolt cleared his throat and said “It’s a two part event. First part is the decathlon, where it focuses on chemicals, baking, woodworking, spelling bee. The last one is where you try to solve a difficult algebraic mathematical problem.”

The Rainbooms looked at one another surprised, for if that’s true, then they need to step up their game.

“The next one is a tri-cross relay.” Said Silverbolt. “Where it’s where the groups compete in certain events. First is the obstacle course that you have to pass, after that, it’s the archery, where you have to score a point in order for your next team to proceed. The next one is a roller derby, where you have to skate in a circle, and once you reach the amount of points, the final team races on dirt bikes.”

“Really?!!” said Rainbow Dash in excitement.

“That’s right, and CHS has an advantage.” Said Silverbolt, causing them to be confused, “Because a certain shy shirl who works at the animal shelter and a country gal of the Apple Family just so happens to be junior champions at the obstacle course and archery, two years running at the Telltale Town Championship, whilst a certain Fashionista and a party girl happens to be roller derby champions at the Canterlot City Junior skaters contest, whilst a certain athlete and a fiery haired student of mine happens to be champions last year at the junior championship of dirt bike racing at the Appaloosa Town Dirt Bike Derby.”

They were completely shocked and baffled by what he said, with Applejack saying “How could y’all possibly know that?!”

“Yeah, we never told anyone that!!” said Pinkie Pie.

“Your parents did.” Said Silverbolt.

Everyone was surprised to hear that, with Silverbolt saying “What? We really were friends back in the day, see?”

He pulled out a photo and showed them. To their surprise, it was all of their parents, along with Principle Celestia and Vice-Principle Luna, even Twilight’s parents were part of the picture.

The Rainbooms were surprised about this too.

“Well I’ll be.” Said Applejack as she looked at it with a fond smile. “They really are happy together.”

“Yeah,” said Silverbolt as he looked at it fondly. “I still keep in contact with them. Before I left, I gave them journals like I did with Sunset so that whenever they have time, we write to one another. They always kept me up to date. And…I was heartbroken when I heard what happened to Bright Mac and Buttercup.”

“What happened?” asked Twilight, with Silverbolt whispering to her, for he didn’t want to upset Applejack any further by speaking out loud. She was shocked when she heard him. “Oh my gosh. I’m so sorry to hear that.”

“Yeah…they were the best ah had.” Said Applejack whilst she smiled sadly.

“They never stopped talking about you and your families.” Said Silverbolt to them. “They told me Applejack and Fluttershy were really good at it. And the reason Fluttershy joined was because the contest was about raising money for both the Animal Shelter and the CAF, or otherwise known as the Caring for Animals Foundation.”

They were surprised to hear that about Fluttershy, with her saying “Truth be told I never thought I’d have so much fun, especially when it was about raising funds for the animal shelter I work at. I’m even an honorary member of the CAF after I helped out on their last fundraising drive last year.”

“That she did.” Said Silverbolt, then looked at Pinkie, “Your parents also talked about how you two really wanted to be part of the derby, but Maud couldn’t join because she broke her ankle in an accident, so you asked Rarity.”

“Wait, Rarity?” said Rainbow Dash in disbelief, “But she hates sports!!”

“I will have you know I do well in my PE classes thank you very much.” Said Rarity as if she felt insulted.

“Oh, there’s a reason why she joined it.” Said Silverbolt with a smirk, “Apparently the grand prize was a free weekend trip to Las Pegasus.”

“Of course.” Said the Rainbooms in the room whilst rolling their eyes.

“Well I couldn’t pass a free trip,” said Rarity, “I took it because some of my idols were there for their latest auctions.”

“And from what I learned long ago, inspiration can come from the most unexpected places.” Said Silverbolt. He looked at Rainbow and Sunset whilst saying “the two of you also competed a lot in the Dirt Bike Rally races. In fact, before Sunset broke apart their friendship, she and Rainbow were fierce rivals.”

“No kidding,” said Rainbow, “I’ve never seen a girl who could race on a dirt bike so good.”

“I…developed the taste when I first saw them race.” Said Sunset whilst she smiled and blushed in embarrassment.

“So how are we goin to compete if Abacus is goin to be a problem?” asked Applejack.

“Oh don’t worry,” said Silverbolt whilst he smirked “I already got a plan in motion.”

“You do?” said the girls.

“Of course.” Said Silverbolt, “Years ago when I visited here and before I took Twilight as my student, I visited and heard from Principle Celestia about what she said about the Friendship Games. So I visited the School Board and told them of the Friendship Games. And seeing that they came from both Canterlot High and Crystal Prep, they wish to oversee things, including Superintendent Faust. And unfortunately, they don’t know that Abacus had been ruining the Friendship Games. So during my visits, I was slowly gathering evidence of Abacus’ activities and her illegal tactics that she was doing. And once the games start, I’ll be able to send it straight to them.”

He looked at Twilight and said “I also pulled some strings. That the moment that the Friendship Games are over, you’re to be transferred here.”

Twilight looked at him whilst was shocked at the same time. “I know how hard you worked to be where you are, but you’re wasting your potential at Crystal Prep. Sure they may have gifted students, but because of Abacus, she brought out the worst in the students. But you’ll fit in like a glove at CHS. Not only is this a place where everyone is welcomed, but where friendships can be forged, friends that you never realized that have the same qualities. And that you and the Rainbooms have something in common.”

He held her shoulder and said “That you’re brave enough to be yourself.”

Twilight couldn’t help but be moved by his words, with Princess Twilight holding her counterpart’s shoulder, which allowed her to look at the Pony Princess.

“I know it can be terrifying,” said Princess Twilight, “And I know that you may not feel comfortable about this, but believe me when I say this, I was once the same as you when I was younger, but because of my master, he helped me see just how special friendships can be. I bonded with the girls since we were foals. Silverbolt even taught me that Friendships can be hard, and that it takes hard work to maintain them, and without them, things can be a lot harder. And it was also thanks to friendships they help you find balance in your life. And whenever you’re by their side, they bring out the best in you. And I know we can do the same for you, if you give them a chance.”

Twilight looked at her friends and all of them gave their reassuring smiles. Which made her smile too.

“And besides,” said Silverbolt playfully, “If you wanted answers, all you had to do was ask.”

Twilight smiled sheepishly at that, but nodded and said “I’ll remember that next time.”

They were surprised to see how well that played out, with Twilight saying “Wow, so that’s what it would’ve been like.”, then she looked down and said “Now I really wish I did ask.”

“Don’t worry, it happens to a lot of us.” Said Silverbolt whilst reassuring her.

They saw how time went by and how the Rainbooms were getting ready for the Friendship Games. How Silverbolt had secretly taught Twilight to stay calm when she talked to Abacus Cinch. But at the same time, whilst he was browsing around the school, he noticed how the girls were looking at him, some blushing and some shyly waving at him. He waved back, but he couldn’t help but blush at them. However, his thoughts were interrupted when he saw both Cadance and Shining Armor going out of the Principal’s Office. Silverbolt smirked and decided he was going to have some fun. He walked over behind them and pretended to be someone else.

“My, what a sexy woman you have!!” said Silverbolt in a different accent. “I think I’m gonna have a lot of fun with her!!”

“Hey!!” exclaimed Shining Armor as he turned around, but then he saw a familiar face and almost wanted to laugh.

“Nice to see you’re still caring for your special lady, huh?”

“Silverbolt?!” exclaimed Shining Armor in excitement.

Cadance was surprised to hear that name and turned around and saw an old friend as she was also happy to see him, “Silverbolt!!”

The two of them hugged Silverbolt and laugh in excitement.

“It’s been a long time.” Said Cadance after they broke the hug.

“What are you doing here?” said Shining Armor.

“Well I came over for a visit to see how everyone was doing.” Said Silverbolt, “Plus I wanted to see how the Friendship Games are going to be.”

“You heard about it coming up?” asked Shining Armor surprised.

“I did, I asked Principle Celestia to keep me informed.” Said Silverbolt, “And I wanted to help Twilight.”

The two of them were surprised to hear this, with Shining Armor asking “Why, what’s wrong?”

“Twilight would still hesitate, but Cinch will use another drastic means to change her mind.”

“What’s that?”

Silverbolt took out a stone and showed the two of them. They saw Abacus talking to Twilight.

“I understand that you applied. One of the advantages of having a reputation, is having a certain amount of influence in such things. So let me offer you a deal. In return for contributing your agile mind to these games, I will use my influence to guarantee your application is approved. Though, I suppose I could also have it…. denied. What do you think, I should do?”

Both of them were shocked to hear this as they looked at Silverbolt.

“She used the two of you to try and convince her to join,” said Silverbolt, “And if she didn’t join, well, you’d get the idea.”

“Why that…” muttered Shining Armor in anger.

“I can’t believe she’d do something like this.” Said Cadance in disbelief.

“Which is why I have a plan to help her, and to expose Cinch.” Said Silverbolt, “But I’m going to need your help on this.”

“Of course we’ll help,” said Cadance, “Anything for you and Twilight.”

“Alright then,” said Silverbolt whilst he looked at them, “I’ll tell the others about this and we’ll make sure everything is set in motion.”

They were surprised to see him going to Cadance and Shining Armor for help.

“Wow, when you wanna help, you really wanted to help.” Said Pinkie Pie.

Silverbolt fast forwarded a scene, and they saw that Twilight had arrived at CHS, the moment when the Crystal Prep bus opened, Twilight nearly tripped, but Silverbolt caught her.

“Careful now,” said Silverbolt playfully, “Otherwise folks might think that you’d be falling for me.”

After he helped her up, he motioned the Shadowbolts to come with him, which they followed. As they arrived, Sour Sweet and the others wanted to boast, but Silverbolt stopped them to make sure that they are well behaved. However, they saw Silverbolt leaning against one of the lockers and holding his forehead, showing that he had a headache, but also a sign that he was sensing something.

“What’s wrong?” asked Twilight in concern.

“I don’t know.” Said Silverbolt as he slowly looked at Twilight, “But whatever it is, it can’t be good.”

After shaking his head for a bit, he looked ahead and continued to guide the girls to the music room. However, when Silverbolt took a peak, he saw Rarity was feeling exhausted for some reason. But to his shock, he sensed that her magic had been drained out of her. How it was possible, he doesn’t know. But he’ll find out about this one way or another. They soon entered the Music room and Silverbolt introduced them to one another.

However, they were shocked to see another Twilight there. Silverbolt began to explain everything to them of who they are and where they came from. And that how he had founded the Friendship Games with Faust and Amore, until Cinch took over and ruined it for everyone.

“And that’s about it.” Explained Silverbolt.

“Whoa!! Mind blowing!!” said Indigo Zap.

“No wonder Twilight was forced to come here,” mumbled Sour Sweet, “She’s always so anti-social.”

“And you’re sometimes a cute little sourpuss.” Retorted Silverbolt playfully.

“Excuse me?!” said Sour Sweet, to which Silverbolt ended up gently placed his hand on her head, which surprised her.

“Relax sweetheart, I meant no insult.” Said Silverbolt, “Nowadays in a world like this, it needs unique people in it that make life really interesting.”

Sour Sweet ended up clearing her throat after an awkward moment between them.

“Who’d thunk that Principle Cinch would do this, just to win a game that she drastically changed behind everyone else’s back?” Said Sugarcoat.

“Believe me, she gets that from her father’s side.” Said Silverbolt.

“She does?” asked both sets of students.

“How so?” asked Sunny Flare.

“Her father, Silver Wing, was once the Principle of Canterlot High before Celestia and Luna’s father Solar Flare took over.” said Silverbolt, which surprised the rest of the girls. “I met both of them back in the late sixties. Silver Wing had been the youngest man ever to be made Principle. But one day, the dude had a crazy idea. He wanted to get rid of recess.”

“WHAT?!!” shouted the Rainbooms and Shadowbolts.

“But that’s crazy!!” exclaimed Twilight.

“He’s right!!” said Sunset “That can’t be allowed!! All students need to take breaks when they want lunch or go to the bathroom.”

“Yeah, he was crazy.” said Silverbolt “Solar Flare told him that Recess was like a major play in. It was the only time of the day where the students would have any freedom. But Silver Wing claimed that it wasn’t going to help his career. He had to find a way to make test scores go up and to do that, he needed to keep the kids in class, where they belong.”

“How dreadful!!” exclaimed Rarity and Sunny Flare at the same time as she nearly wanted to faint.

“Yeah, needless to say, the entire PTA wasn’t happy about it, neither were the parents and teachers who weren’t part of it.” said Silverbolt “So both Solar Flare and I quickly left and reported it to the Superintendent. He ended up firing him and ended up placing Solar Flare in charge.”

“Hmph, good riddance.” said Fluttershy.

“So, what happened to him?” asked Indigo Zap.

“He quit teaching and went to politics.” said Silverbolt “He even became the Secretary of Education. Until the President fired him for trying to get rid of recess again, only this time it was nationwide.”

They were taken aback by this, with Rainbow saying “Okay, now that guy has issues.”

“You have no idea.” groaned Silverbolt as he slapped his forehead. But he cleared his throat, looked at them and gestured whilst he said “Continue.”

Both Silverbolt and Rainbow Dash blinked at this, and said at the same time, “Whoa. Déjà vu.”, whilst looking at one another.

“But if what you said is true,” said Indigo Zap, “How are we going to keep her from ruining the games?”

“I arranged the school board and your parents to come see the games personally.” Said Silverbolt, “That way they’ll make sure that things don’t go too far.”

“But, won’t they question how you’re still young and everything?” asked Rainbow, “Clearly only everyone at CHS knows you.”

“Same with Cadance and Shining Armor.” Pointed Silverbolt.

“But she might start to question if you’re an offspring of yours or something.” Said Rainbow.

“She’s got a point.” Said Applejack, “So how are y’all goin to throw her off her trail?”

Silverbolt smirked and snapped his fingers, causing him to appear to be older, about a year older than Principle Celestia to be precise, which surprised them and half couldn’t help but blush to see he looked even more handsome.

“Okay, so that’s one problem solved.” Said Sour Sweet.

They then heard voices talking, and saw both Principle Celestia and Principle Cinch walking together as Celestia talked about the music program.

“And our music program has especially taken off.” Said Principle Celestia. She then noticed everyone in the room. “Oh, hello.”

Cinch was about to say something, until she saw an older man with them, which she recognized was Silverbolt, thinking back at the young man she met long ago, now a year older than Celestia.

“You.” Growled Cinch.

“Hello there, Abacus.” Said Silverbolt with a cold tone and walked over to her face to face. “Continuing to turn a simple bonding game into a ruthless competition I see.”

“Whilst Canterlot High continues to follow their misguided values,” said Cinch, “We are the ones who will come out on top.”

“Well here’s a newsflash for you bub,” said Silverbolt, “I am the one who founded the games with Faust and Amore. And from what you’ve done, I am not impressed. And neither are any of them.”

“Please,” said Cinch whilst rolling her eyes, “As if you can do anything about it.”

“Then maybe you can explain that to the board when they get here.”

Cinch did a double take, as did Celestia. “The board is coming here?”

“That’s right,” said Storm, “And seeing that they also participated in the games, I asked them to judge the games, and they were more than happy to clear their schedule.”

He even squinted his eyes to her as he was now face to face with her whilst saying “And you’d best watch yourself if you step out of line Cinch. I too have friends in the board and you can bet, I’ll reveal your ruthless tactic to them.”

She began to sweat a little, until…

“And by the way?” said Silverbolt as he suddenly had a smirk on his face, “Remember that little gadget I had that I used to blow you away with?”

Silverbolt then pulled out what appeared to be a bicycle horn, whilst it was written, ‘squeeze me gently’, causing both Celestia and Cinch to remember.

“Oh no…”

And the moment he pressed it.

“AOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOGA!!!”

The noise was so loud, Cinch got blown backwards and flew almost across the hallway a few feet away. Silverbolt held the horn with a smirk and twirled it, whilst the girls looked at you with mouths agape and widened eyes.

They were surprised to see that Silverbolt had something like that.

“I don’t suppose you have something like that?” asked Sunset.

“I did once,” said Silverbolt, “But I had to get rid of it because it was so loud, it kept breaking windows.’

Later at the day, as everyone was about to get ready for both Crystal Prep and Canterlot High at the gym, Silverbolt was able to have both students mingle with one another as he reassured them. The Shadowbolts, with Silverbolt’s help, was able to help them get along. The moment when Princess Twilight and the Rainbooms arrived, they were surprised to see students from both schools getting along, whilst Silverbolt was having a casual conversation with Twilight and the Shadowbolts with laughter of their own.

But during that time, Silverbolt spotted a girl at the corner, who looked miserable and lonely. Curious, he went over to her. He asked if she was okay, and she responded that she was used to being invisible, with Silverbolt asking why that was, with her not having a clue. Silverbolt introduced himself, with the girl replied as Wallflower. The moment when she mentioned about plants, that’s when Silverbolt got interested. The two of them talked over any kind of plant, and soon, they began to bond as they shared a few chuckles and laughter.

Pinkie Pie set up the party, causing everyone to mingle and have fun whilst enjoying their time, with Celestia showing the students representing the games, and also welcomes Crystal Prep’s students as well, to which they waved too. The celebrations continued, until a secret entity stole Pinkie’s magic and disappeared, which Silverbolt sensed, but by the time he looked, the one responsible was gone.

At the same time, Cinch spoke and began to speak to the crowd. But except for them splitting apart, they chose to stay close and started to take Silverbolt’s words seriously.

Silverbolt on the other hand, wore a disguise and gave her some water, to which she drank, until she had to rush into the bathroom. Silverbolt then revealed a packet of laxatives he had with him, with him snickering in secret.

They were surprised to see this, with Rainbow saying “Wow, how come we didn’t think of that.”

“Rainbow!!” scolded Applejack.

“Oh, come on, you know Cinch in this world or any world had it coming!!” said Rainbow, “Especially when she tried to erase Sunset and Twilight from existence!!”

Silverbolt then fast forwards to the next day, allowing them to see what else had transpired, and now gave Princess Twilight and the Mane 6 a chance to see how the games were.

It was now the beginning of the Friendship Games, where everyone was ready to compete for the event, but at the same time, Abacus suddenly arrived as she saw the Shadowbolts and Wondercolts talking to one another.

“I will not allow any fraternizing during the games and not among my students. After all, our reputation is on the line, and we do not need to spend time with these monkey faced stooges.”

Everyone gasped at what she said.

They were just as shocked by what they were seeing.

“Why, you…!!!” shouted Rainbow as she wanted to attack her whilst Applejack restrained her.

“Easy there, Sugarcube!!” exclaimed Applejack.

“And now that we have that riff/raff out of the way,” said Abacus Cinch before turning her attention to Twilight. “Twilight Sparkle.

Twilight nervously walked over to Cinch.

“Whilst we’re here at the games. Let us talk about…”

“Yes?”

Cinch suddenly smiled and said “My enormous bottom.”

That part caught everyone by surprise before Cinch started to dance as they went “Eh?”

“Eh?” replied everyone, even Silverbolt was surprised.

“Oh, my name is Principle Cinch and I have a very big bum.”

She began to shake her butt back and forth whilst making babbling noises, then slapped it, causing some to feel a bit disturbed. When all of a sudden…

“What in heaven’s name?!”

They saw another Principle Cinch, which took all of them by shock. She then stood in front of the other one.

“And just who are you?” said Abacus Cinch.

“I am Principle Cinch of Crystal Prep Academy. I am the one who ensures that my students come out on top, for our reputation. My reputation, is on the line.”

Cinch was shocked by what he said.

“How dare you?” said a slightly steamed Cinch “I am Principle Cinch. I am the one who looks after Crystal Prep Academy.”

Now everyone was really confused.

“What is going on here?” asked Rarity

“You’re asking us? We should be asking you that?” said an equally confused Sour Sweet.

The two of them continued to argue.

“I am Principle Cinch.” Said the first Cinch.

“I am Principle Cinch.” Said the second.

When all of a sudden…

“No, I am.” Said the first Cinch “I’m the silly patoodey stink brain pointy boob doofus with a big fat butt the size of Canterlot City.

“I’m the silly patoodey stink brain pointy boob doofus with a big fat butt the size of Canterlot City!!” said the second, causing her to be shocked within a split second when she found out what she had just said.

“Yes, you are correct.” Said the first.

This caused the second to scream out in frustration and tear some parts of her hair. She was suddenly shocked to see what she was doing, in front of all the students no less, causing her to quickly run away. The other Cinch began to laugh…

“My…that was entertaining.”

As she laughed, she suddenly shape shifted back into Silverbolt, who was still laughing, taking them all by shock:

“Whoa, it was Silverbolt?”

“Whoa, I didn’t see that coming.” Said Lemon Zest.

“I didn’t know you could do that.” Said a surprised Fluttershy.

Rainbow Dash then approached Silverbolt and asked “So…it had been you…in disguise…this whole time?”

“Pretty much, yeah.” Replied Silverbolt.

They then suddenly heard a loud snicker, revealing to be Twilight. She suddenly giggled loudly, and without a doubt, released a full blown laughter, whilst holding onto her gut, for it was so funny she couldn’t stop. Sure enough, the students of CPA and CHS began to laugh too, even the teachers and all of Silverbolt’s friends.

Everyone, even Silverbolt laughed at what they were seeing.

After the laughter died down, Cadance was about to make the announcement, until she took a good look at Silverbolt and smiled. Then she walked over to him, gaining his attention.

“Actually Silverbolt,” said Cadance, with Silverbolt looking at her, “Why don’t you make the announcement?”

Silverbolt was surprised by this, and asked “Are you sure?”

Celestia and Luna stood next to her, with Celestia saying “You’ve done so much for us Silverbolt, you’ve earned the right.”

Silverbolt couldn’t help but smile and said “I’d be honored.”

He accepted the microphone and kissed their cheeks, which Celestia, Luna and Cadance giggled at that. He soon turned to the students and spoke to both CHS and CPS, as well as the board who came to watch them.

“Greetings students of Crystal Prep Academy and Canterlot High School. Welcome to the first day of the Friendship Games. As you know, the games will be the most eventful activity for both schools, as they will represent what the founders of the games strived for.”

The students began to be excited, with the Board now also onboard with this.

“The first half of the Friendship Games will be the academic decathlon, where it consists of chemistry, home economics, and woodshop, where it will test your skills with your hands and also careful precision when it comes to creating something from one’s own imagination. The next part will be the challenge of the mind, where it consists of a spelling bee, as well as solve a complicated mathematical question, set up by none other than the school board themselves.”

As he motioned to the board, they all waved to the students, to show them that they were there.

“And finally, the next day will be the second part of the games, which we will reveal, is the Tri-Cross Rally, where you will use the skills of the body to overcome obstacles along the way.”

Many were surprised to hear the second part, even Rainbow got excited over it.

“The first part of the Tri-Cross involves archery, where they will test your athletic side, as well as your marksmanship skills. The second part, will involve roller derby skating. The moment you cross the finish line, the more you’ll be able to score points. Once you raise enough points, the last part of the games will involve your skills on dirt bikes, allowing all of you to overcome said obstacles, as well as good sportsmanship, to show the board the true spirit of the games.”

Sure enough, the games had started. Silverbolt and the board watched as things began to unfold. In Chemistry, both schools tried to make the perfect formula. As they began to make the formula, Sugarcoat had the advantage as she, as well as with Twilight’s help, the two of them created the perfect chemistry formula, even Canterlot High, unfortunately they were deducted a few points because Derpy messed up the formula, which caused Crystal Prep to win the round, with Silverbolt’s pointing to CPA. Derpy felt sad that he let the team down, however, Sugarcoat and Twilight walked over and patted Derpy on the shoulder, showing that there was nothing to be ashamed about, which made her smile as she hugged the two, which they returned. The Board smiled at this, for they were glad to see that they were getting along, much to Cinch’s annoyance.

Next up was home economics, which both schools tried to make the perfect cake. Both Suri Polomare and Upper Crust tried to make the perfect cake, but Pinkie and Fluttershy had the advantage, considering that they’re the expert cake makers. After they were done, Celestia, Luna, Cadance and the board tasted the cake. However, Pinkie Pie and Fluttershy were able to make a very big cake. And as they cut it opened, to their surprise, it was the perfect frosting of Mona Lisa, which they were surprised. CHS had won the round. Though Suri and Upper were a bit sad, Pinkie and Fluttershy offered them some slices of their cakes, which they accepted, as well as Pinkie and Fluttershy accepted theirs. They were surprised by how they tasted, which caused them to giggle a bit, which the board approved of, which made Cinch nervous, for the board was siding friendship instead of the winning teams.

The next round was Woodshop, where everyone tried to make the perfect Bird House. Some of CHS had trouble making them. Sandalwood and Micro Chips had been deducted a few points because their bird house became a bit of a flop, but Indigo Zap and Lemon Zest had won CPA this round because theirs was perfect. Sandalwood and Micro Chips looked sad by this, but they were comforted by Indigo Zap and Lemon Zest, showing that they tried their best, which they appreciated. Silverbolt suddenly looked a bit smug, which got them wondering what, until he showed his birdhouse that looked like a mansion, much to their shock, as well as sawing the birds having fun as they began to relax in it, this caused everyone, even the board and teachers to laugh, for it was quite humorous, not just the bird house, but also of how the birds were having fun.

Next up was the Spelling Bee round, with both groups trying their best to spell, however, some, namely Rainbow Dash, Indigo Zap, Applejack and Sour Sweet, kind of stunk at spelling. However, it resulted in a tie, but most were eliminated from the teams, leaving both Sunset and Twilight standing. Both of them began to stand on stage, working on a difficult mathematical problem. After a huge struggle, they were able to finish. Amadeus then walked over, looking at the mathematical problem. After looking at both of them, Amadeus then made up his mind.

“Point, Crystal Prep Academy.”

Sunset felt a bit sad about it, until Twilight walked over and extended her hand in friendship whilst feeling nervous at the same time. Sunset ended up smiling and hugged her, which the two of them began to laugh too. It touched the others, seeing that this is what the Friendship Games was supposed to be all along, before Cinch ruined it.

The next part, was the Tri-cross relay, and everyone began to do their respective contests there. But during that time, Silverbolt had once again felt Fluttershy, Applejack and Rainbow’s magic being taken, but not before the games were tied. Before they could continue the final event, an entity arrived and gained everyone’s attention.

“You!!” shouted Silverbolt as he stood up front.

“Surprise to see me?” said the entity.

“You know him?!” said Princess Twilight.

“I do.” Said Silverbolt, “Meet Stone wedge, my former student.”

“Former student?!” said Sunset.

“That’s right,” said Silverbolt, “About five hundred years ago, he was the worst apprentice I ever had, always going around, breaking and taking anything he could get his greedy little hooves on. And I’m not surprised that he hasn’t changed one bit, I was finally glad to banish him in the dark dimension when my students told me what he was really up to.”

“You’ve grown soft with ponykind, Silverbolt.” Said Stone Wedge.

“No, I chose to defend our kingdom instead of betraying it.” Said Silverbolt, “If we faced them down a dark path, then we’d be no better than Chrysalis and Tirek.”

“Maybe,” said Stone Wedge, “But now with this, I can have what I want.”

He showed them a horn, which shocked Silverbolt, as he shouted “So it was you!! You really did steal the girls’ powers!!”

The Rainbooms gasped at that from what they heard.

“And with this, I can not only destroy you, but this world too!!” said Stone Wedge.

The two of them powered their magic and used it to fight one another, trying to best the other. Things were doing fine, until Silverbolt got overpowered and was grabbed by the throat, which shocked the others. Sunset then saw the horn Stone Wedge used, and realize what she needed to do. She ran towards the horn, with her friends failing to stop her. She grabbed the horn and could sense the leftover Equestrian magic from her friends.

But during the fight, Wedge shouted that he will reduce the entire world into ashes, but then the Rainbooms and Princess Twilight heard Cinch shouting that they had a deal, which shocked them and the Shadowbolts, causing Princess Twilight to use her magic to bind her in order to keep her from escaping. At the same time, rifts began to open because of Wedge’s power.

“I don’t know if you can hear me.” Muttered Sunset as she whispered to the horn, as if trying to talk to Equestrian magic. “But please, my master needs my help. I was tricked and thought he turned his back on me, I don’t want to lose him. Please. Help me save him.”

It was silent, until… “Is this what you want?”

She opened her eyes and were shocked to hear a voice, “Do you really wish to help him? Do you truly understand the true meaning of friendship?”

“Yes, I do.” Said Sunset without hesitation as she looked up, “Please, help me save him. Help me save my friends. Help me save my home from both worlds.”

“Then it shall be done. Once you were alone, but now, you truly understand the true meaning of friendship. You truly understand the true meaning…of harmony.”

Within a split second, the horn glowed, cracked and shattered into pieces, causing the Equestrian magic stored there, including the leftover from within the girls, to instantly go over to her, transforming her into Daydream Shimmer. With her power, she was able to close the rifts. And during the fight, Stone Wedge was about to punch Silverbolt, until Sunset stopped it, gaining their attention.

“Get your hands off of him.” Said Sunset before she delivered a strong punch.

Both Sunset and Silverbolt fought together, and with their combined might, they destroyed Stone Wedge. The two of them landed and turned back to normal, whilst everyone began to cheer for them of the amazing feats they did. They heard Cinch struggle, with Princess Twilight revealing that Cinch was working with Stone Wedge. She used the horn to steal the girls’ magic, in exchange that Stone Wedge would help Cinch become ruler of the country. The Superintendent and law enforcement came along and had Cinch arrested for her crimes.

However, Silverbolt then looked at Sunset and had a proud smile. When he made her pony up, to her surprise, she had wings. Silverbolt then dubbed Sunset as the Princess of Peace, to which everyone cheered at her success. Sunset said she wished to continue to learn about friendship, so that by the time she graduates, she can return to Equestria, with Silverbolt saying that the doors are always open to her. He then introduced them to Wallflower. Though she was shy, she was able to calm down and they were able to strike a conversation.

The girls were surprised by this by what they saw.

“Amazin.” Said Applejack surprised.

“As you can see,” said Silverbolt, “If I had been there, certain events would’ve been altered. Equestria would’ve thrived into a majestic kingdom, Princess Twilight and the others would help Stygian without going through all that drama with Starswirl. And for the Rainbooms, Twilight would never be traumatized over the events and would have more confidence in herself and others around her. As long as she can keep her curiosity in check, that is.”

Twilight couldn’t help but giggle sheepishly at that remark. Silverbolt looked sad and at the scenery when he froze them.

“But you know what?” said Silverbolt, “Now I really wish I was there.”

“But if you didn’t,” said Princess Twilight with a reassuring smile, “None of us would have a future. You saved Sunset and my counterpart from being erased, you saved both our worlds, you restored the timeline, you stopped Cinch, and you helped us from behind the scenes and we never even knew about it.”

“Cause the only thing we can do, is keep moving forward.” Said Sunset.

Silverbolt couldn’t help but chuckle, gaining their attention.

“What’s so funny?” asked a confused Sunset.

“Sorry,” said Silverbolt, “It’s just that, it’s great to see others who learned those lessons well and sought to learn from their mistakes and try to help others in need. It’s very inspiring.”

He then waved his hand, causing everyone to be in the dream realm to where all of them came together.

“I’ve been around a long time,” said Silverbolt, “And the one thing about being around, is that you never stop learning, even when your teacher happens to be your own friends.”

He looked at them and said “Even though all of you have made many mistakes, you learned and thrived them well. And even though you’re all different, there’s one thing that all of you have in common. Your love for each other.”

Everyone couldn’t help but smile at that. With Silverbolt saying “I’m glad the Elements of Harmony chose you. I hope you’ll continue the legacy of what friendship is really about.”

“Like we’d ever say no to that.” Said pony Rainbow Dash.

“Same here.” Said Rainbow Dash.

Silverbolt then looked at the time and said “Whoa, according to this, it’s almost 4AM. Meaning the sun will be up shortly.”

“I wouldn’t mind sleeping in.,” said Rainbow Dash.

“Now Darling,” said Rarity, “Our counterparts have taken the rare opportunity to visit us. Surely, they’d like to see what our world has to offer.”

“I’d like that.” Said pony Applejack, “Ah’d like to see a few similarities and differences too.”

“Then we’ll see you in the morning.” Said Silverbolt, allowing everyone to disappear.

However, Sunset remained behind. “Oh, is there something wrong?”

“Yeah,” said Sunset, “Figured you could use some company for a bit.”

Silverbolt couldn’t help but smile and said “I’d like that.”

The two of them changed the dream’s scenery, causing them to be at the beach, whilst they began to hold on to each other, with Silverbolt saying “I wish I could find a way to remove my immortality.”

“I’m sure we’ll find a way.” Said Sunset. “But are you sure?”

“For you?” said Silverbolt, who then looked at her with a smile and said “It would be worth it.”

Sunset couldn’t help but smile and held him close whilst the two of them enjoyed the sunset in the dream realm.

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Back in the waking realm, everyone was still fast asleep, with Silverbolt still fast asleep. However, he wasn’t alone. Sunset was right next to him and held him close, snuggling with one another. One’s thing for sure, though Sunset dated once and Silverbolt dated many, they somehow knew, that both of them were the right ones for one another.