The Dragon Ninja

Spike was continuing his training with Sub-Zero, who taught him how to ease his mind and was able to teach him about cryomancy. As Spike progressed, he slowly began to gain a newfound determination in his mind and life and felt his heart reignited with strength.

"You have done well young Spike, but you must continue to your last lessons." Sub-Zero said

"Of course, Grandmaster." Spike said with a bow of respect.

Sub-Zero led Spike through the temple and this time it was outside with a large ring like portal.

"Follow me young one, your next test awaits." Sub-Zero said

The two entered it and they were in a garden like area with flaming sparks around.

Spike gave a look of awe and said "Whoa, where are we?"

"These are the Fire Gardens. Home of the Shirai Ryu clan that feud with my clan, the Lin Kuei. The Grandmaster here will teach you to master your dragon side."

"What about you?" Spike asked.

"I will wait for you at my home, as I cannot teach you fire-related abilities. But the Shirai Ryu Grandmaster can teach you." Sub-Zero said and left to the portal.

Spike was left wondering as to what to do, he continued walking through the gardens. As he did, a voice spoke behind him.

"Who are you? What are you doing in the Fire Gardens?"

Spike turned and saw a masked man with yellow and black armor and a yellow mask. He had yellow dragon ears and brown eyes that looked as if they had fiery vengeance. Spike only said

"I'm here because Grandmaster Sub-Zero told me to train with the Grandmaster here."

"Ah yes, the dragon warrior Sub-Zero mentioned."

"You know him?" Spike asked

"Yes, I am Scorpion, Grandmaster of the Shirai Ryu clan. Come with me." Scorpion said

Spike complied and followed the Grandmaster to his clan temple.

(Back in Canterlot High)

The news of the dual had reached the students and as a result, it spread like wildfire and the girls and boys began to root for him confidently.

The PA system had spoken and the voice of Principal Celestia was heard.

"Good morning students of CHS. As you know this coming Friday is a dual between CHS and Crystal Prep of Champions. Due to our Champion's absence, Flash Sentry had volunteered to dual for CHS's honor. Students Soarin and Cheese Sandwich have lost rank and have lost their position in their status with possible expulsion. If things work out, we will award anyone who defends our beloved CHS. Thank you and have a nice day."

At lunch, students had gossiped about it and began to think it would go well. Female students began to fawn on Flash while Male's gave proud looks.

"That Flash Sentry is so dreamy." One girl said

"He's got this in the bag." A male student added

"He's such a hunk, I want a piece of him." Another female student said

"He's got alot of strength then all of us, he's got this." Another male said.

With the Rainbooms, they also spoke of the upcoming dual.

"So, the strong pegasus jock is going to volunteer for the dual? Cool." Rainbow Dash said

"Yeah, I've seen his power and limit. He's trained alot and he should be good." Starlight Glimmer said

"And I've seen him beat my brother Big Macintosh when he trains, this'll be a piece of cake." Applejack said

"CAKE?!?!? WHERE!?!?!?! GIMME GIMMEE GIMME GIMME GIMME GIMME!!!!" Pinkie said, standing up and causing a fuss.

"Pinkie. Applejack meant that Flash is going to win the dual easily, not that there's cake here." Twilight said

"Oh. Okey-Dokey Loki!" Pinkie said sitting back down.

"Ha, easy? Those Crystal Prep jerkweeds are going to wish they know what pain is when MY Flash beats them." Sunset said

"Sunset, No offense, darling. But you both broke up MONTHS ago. Besides, Who isn't to say Flash wouldn't be as interested into girls that are more lady-like then moi?" Rarity said with a smile and pose, her breasts jiggling as she did.

"Enough y'all. You both know Flash is head over heels for Twilight ever since his first year. Plus Twilight was going through alot that time." Applejack said in defense.

"We'll see about that." Twilight and Sunset said to each other, butting heads.

(Back with Spike and Scorpion)

Scorpion was continuing to train Spike. Spike had held bowls with soup on his head arms and knees. As he balanced them, Scorpion attacked with kicks and punches, but Spike dodged, with none of the bowls falling off him.

"Good job dragon warrior. Now for your next lesson."

The Shirai Ryu Grandmaster led Spike outside the temple and used his power to create a burning hot path of coals to a nearby bridge. Spike was initially hesitant, but remembering his training, did so and breathed a heavy breath.

As he walked on the hot coals, Spike began wince pain, but continued. He began to feel calm in his mind, all the years of pain and torment he went through at Canterlot had begun to fade away and be replaced with acceptances and determination. His inner fire became reignited and his willpower had vastly increased.

As soon as crossed the hot coals, Scorpion had went over to him and said

"Very good dragon warrior, your next test will be to use fire like me."

Spike nodded and began to follow Scorpion, who began to train Spike by making him do numerous body stances and movements. As he did so, his hands began to emit fiery like auras. Spike began to feel not just rage at his torment, but an fuel of determination to show the world he may be a dragon, but he is just as powerful as them. As he trained, the fiery aura in Spike's hands began to create more bigger flames, which travelled to his whole body.

"HEEEEEYAAHHHHHH!" Spike shouted as a mixed energy wave of fire and ice engulfed him. After a few seconds, Spike was seen, but he looked different.

Instead of his feeble appearance, he had now gained a stronger body. His chest was ripped, he had bigger and sharper hair, razor sharp dragon fangs, and claws.

"Wow! This is Awesome!" Spike said in surprise and joy.

"Very good young Spike. You have progressed well." Scorpion said

"Thank you, Grandmaster Scorpion." Spike said and bowed respectfully.

Scorpion did the same and the two walked back into the temple.

As they walked, Spike asked "Grandmaster Scorpion?"

"What is it?"

"I've been meaning to ask...Why did you both want me to train with you and Sub-Zero?"

Scorpion, with a reluctant look, replied by revealing his face under his mask. His face was that of a dragon with yellow fiery skin and brown eyes.

"Because young Spike, you lost so much like me and Sub-Zero, we wanted to help you escape such suffering you went through. I thought if we trained you, your hatred and rage wouldn't consume you as it did with us."

Spike only gave a look of remorse and said "Oh....I' m sorry I-"

"It is ok, you didn't know, but you do now." Scorpion said

Spike nodded and the two proceeded back into the temple.