Scootaloo has failed her test. She has failed herself, all of Cloudsdale, and, most importantly, Rainbow Dash. As she hangs precariously over the Pegasus Device in chains while her sister burning with hatred leers before her, she learns what it truly means to pay the price.

Preread by applejackofalltrades, Silver Mint, and Lemonshrike Catworthy. Edited by Mighty C.

An entry to the Rainbow Factory 10th Anniversary Contest, hosted by AuroraDawn.

Cover art by the talented MirAmore!