On this quiet Saturday morning we find a young woman sleeping soundly in her bedroom as her head laid comfortably on her husbands chest as the morning sun shined through their window illuminating her face. She then proceeded to open one eye as she surveyed her surroundings from her sleeping husband to the morning sun illuminating the room, she checks the clock seeing that it's 8:25am. Knowing that she and her husband have no work today and that their daughter had no school, this was gonna be a peaceful morning for this family, least to some of em that is..........................
That being non other than Sunset shimmer
Celestia's former student, former friend of the Rainbooms, and a long time friend to Twilight Sparkle. As she continued to survey her surrounding, her mind begins to ponder on whether or not she's ready for today as she and her husband Flash sentry were expected somewhere after receiving the invitation yesterday the second she got off work, our fire headed girl was full of nothing but painful memories about the location of which the little get together was hosted at. Feeling like there was no escaping from her past she reluctantly agreed to go alongside her husband who was just as nervous as her, before she could get a chance to think again a young girl rushed into their room and pounced onto the bed waking up Flash in a heartbeat.
"Wake up mommy and daddy!" She said happily. " Today's the day, today's the day!!!" After bouncing on the bed for a few seconds the couple couldn't help but chuckle at their hyperactive daughter who unlike them was excited for today as she would be spending the entire day at her grandparents house while they attended the get together. Flash then got up and grabbed a hold of his bouncing daughter, stopping her in her tracks.
"Hehe Blaze honey" He giggled. " I know your excited to go to your grandparents house today but please be patient"
"Daddies right sweetheart" Sunset said with a smile. " We still have an hour before we leave. Not to mention that mommy and daddy need to get ready and so do you. Now head on back to your room and get dressed we'll call you when breakfast is ready" After saying this Sunset earned a little pout from Blaze who was then planted onto the ground by her father.
"Ok" She said and then proceeded to leave the room as instructed by her parents.
"Hehe man even at three years old that girl could give anyone a run for their money" Flash giggled.
"Yeah no kidding Flash" Sunset replied and then let out a small yawn before speaking again. " Well we're up now so which one of us is gonna shower first while the other starts on breakfast?" After saying this Sunset felt a pair of hands massaging her shoulders in a rather intimate way.
"How about we both go in at the same time luv?" He said in a seductive tone while kissing his wife's luscious neck earning small giggles from her. " After all there's room for two" However the only answer he got was a boop to the nose.
"Woah their big guy" Sunset replied. " We don't wanna have "that" Smell during the reunion, we can do that when we get home" After hearing this Flash let out a wine like a puppy but never the less agreed that there will be plenty of time for that later today.
"As you wish babe" He said and then proceeded to flex and show off his muscles a bit . " Me and the boys here will be patient and wait ta give ya some sweet sweet loving tonight"
"Hehe whatever you say "Dwayne Johnson" Sunset said with a giggle while slightly blushing at her flexing husband. " How bout you shower first while I help Blaze get ready and start on breakfast and then once your done you can take over?"
"Yes ma'am" Flash said and then playfully saluted earning another giggle from his wife. With nothing more to say, sunset leaned in and planted a kiss to her husband who was quick to return it. Once the kiss ended the fire headed girl soon left the room to allow her husband to shower and get ready for the day.
A moment later we find the family in the dining room all dressed up and raring to go as they dug in to the lovely spread that Sunset has prepared ( with Flashes help as well ) Consisting of pancakes , bacon, fruit bowls, orange juice, and coffee ( for the adults of course). Once the family was done eating they proceed towards the bathroom where they each took turns brushing their teeth before finally heading into the car. After a 10 minute drive The couple made their way towards Flashes parents house who were more just as excited to spend the day with their granddaughter, after a short chat the couple said goodbye to Blaze and Flashes parents before heading back onto the road. During the drive to their destination however, Sunsets mind was full of so many memories about what happened all those years ago at that very place. She couldn't help but wonder if she was truly ready to face her old comrades again after that infamous incident that occurred many christmas's ago.
Anon a Miss
Flashback
After Anon a Miss was exposed and her name was cleared, Sunset showed the least bit of relief even though her name was finally cleared of false accusation brought against her by the Student body and that her injuries from the attack orchestrated by Rainbow dash were treated, the teen still hurt by not only Gilda and her cronies attack but by her "friends" betrayal ended all forms of communication with them and simply erased them out of her life completely. And as for Gilda and her gang instead of prison she felt that making them the CMC's bodyguards was a proper punishment. while she was still furious at the three freshman for taking everything away from her, she never the less knew that they didn't deserve the same fate that she went through last night when she was nearly beaten to death and left out in the cold. After the punishments and arrangements were given sunset officially cut ties with the rainbooms and everyone else except Snips and snails who accused her completely. This went on for the rest of her junior year until her Senior year commenced. It went on the exact same way as last year with Gilda and her gang continuing their guard duty and isolating herself from her former friends and only hanging out with Snips and snails. Speaking of her former friends, she started to notice that they haven't shown up for the first week of school. As it turns out the rainbooms riddled with guilt over how they betrayed her each requested to their respected families that they transfer to Crystal Prep High for their senior year as they knew that she wanted nothing more to do with her. While she was still mad at them for what they and their sisters did she didn't want them to leave, and not wanting to admit it actually started to miss them especially the student body as CHS just didn't feel the same without the rainbooms . Throughout the rest of her senior year sunset remained unusually quiet and she barely even spoke to Snips and snails. Time passed and eventually our young teen was now on her first year at Canterlot state university. With the student body having cooled down from the Anon a miss incident, Sunset officially relieved Gilda and co from duty so as they can move on as well to their respected universities too. But her problems didn't end there, on her first day Sunset was invited to live in one of the frat houses near the campus and was shocked to discover the owners of said Frat.......................The rainbooms. The fire headed girl was in complete shock never expecting to run into her former friends again after a whole year, while a part of her wanted to refuse the invitation she never the less gave in and moved in with them. It was a bit awkward at first as each member of the rainbooms was trying their hardest not to say or mention anything out of fear of reopening old wounds from the Anon a Miss incident. Ironically enough Sunset didn't mind their company and actually started to hang out with them, while it wasn't the same as it used to be especially with Sunset not once calling them her friends and being silent. the group never the less were happy to have Sunset by their side again even if it wasn't the same as it used to be. Eventually the next four years went by fast and soon the groups graduation commenced. After receiving their diplomas and attending the college Grad's party hosted by non other than Pinkie, each member of the rainbooms said goodbye o one another and went their separate ways wishing each other luck while giving each other including Sunset their contact info. Sunset however was struggling to say three words to them before heading off on her own, but for some reason they never escaped from her mouth.............
Until today
As Sunset continued to stare out of the window as Flash continued to drive towards their destination, she begins to ponder on what to say to the rainbooms and their sisters if she ends up bumping into them at the school reunion or if she even wants to see them. Despite her no longer being angry about the incident years ago, she was never the less nervous and uncomfortable about stepping foot inside of her old high school again after all these years. After a 10 minute drive, the couple finally reached their destination as Flash surveyed the parking lot eventually finding a spot to park amongst the many cars of former students that have long since arrived hours ago. After turning off the engine and taking the key out, the couple made their way out of the car and took a long look at the large building that stood right in front of them which immediately brought back the memories of that day back to their minds.
Canterlot High School
“Well” Flash began. “ Here we are”
“ Yeah” Sunset replied quietly trying her hardest not to look nervous.
“ We don’t have to do this if you don’t want to honey “ Flash said. “ We can just leave , you don’t have to go in there and relive that painful memory again” As tempting as that offer was, our fire headed girl knew that there was no turning back now especially since they’ve come this far.
“ No” She replied. “ I have to do this Flash, I have to face them. I still have something to say to them that I’ve been holding off since college. No matter how many times that event will pop into my head when I step foot inside that building, I can’t let that stop me from facing them. I gotta be brave there’s no turning back now especially since I’ve come this far” Flash was amazed at his wife’s sudden confidence boost and couldn’t help but smile proudly, he then brought his wife in for a quick hug which she soon returned. After a moment the hug ended and the couple proceeded to make their way towards the clay path passing each bench and bush that they came across with Sunset taking the chance to glance at the statue that brought her into this world many years. Soon they made their way up the stairs and were soon face to face with the front entrance door, after staring at it for a few seconds the couple finally mustered up the courage to open the door and make their way inside. Soon the couple were inside of the building making their way towards the gymnasium as instructed by the letter in which the party was being hosted. They took the time to survey their old lockers and classrooms pondering who was now the owner of them? After a short trek the couple soon found the entrance to the gym along with a few former students signing a packet before heading inside, Sunset stared in surprise at the two guys in charge of receiving signatures from the guest that have arrived and she instantly recognized the pair.
“ Snips , Snails?” Sunset said nearly calling out which earned the attention of the two friends who instantly recognized her and Flash. As Sunset surveyed them she noticed quite a few changes to the pair. Snips lost weight and has gained quite a bit of muscle, while snails has gotten even taller practically the size of the door and his hair was now longer and practically flowing. After a short silence the couple made their way toward the desk where the pair resided.
“ Sunset? Snails said.
“ Flash Sentry? “ Snips replied. Well I be damned, long time no see!”
“ Amen!” Snails said.
“ It’s nice to see ya too fellahs” Flash replied. “. You both look great especially you Snips”
“ Hehe thanks Bro” Snips said and then showed off a bit by flexing his arm. “ I’ve started doing strongman training at the gym, after me and the miss’s received our invitation last month I figured that it was time for me to get in shape , you know to put in a good impression at the reunion. Plus I was kind of getting tired of not being able to see my feet”
“ Hehe, he’s only been working out for an entire month but he acts like Chris Hemsworth” Snails replied earning a scoff from his best friend.
“ Well can ya blame me? I lost 200lbs, you’d feel the same way dude,I look like a god right now” Snips replied earning a chuckle from the couple. “ So how have you guys been? How’s the record deal going Flash?”
“ It’s going fantastic fellahs” Flash said. “ Me and the band actually got the chance to play at last years Super Bowl and we already have 3 more gigs booked for the summer “
“ That’s great Flash” Snails said impressed at how suspenseful his old friend has become. “ How about you Sunset? I heard that you became a teacher at Crystal prep”
“Yeah I have” Sunset replied. “ I’m teaching both math and science along with our version of Twilight. There have been quite a few magic mishaps on campus from time to time but it’s nothing I can’t handle”
“ Yeah no kidding” Snips said. “ Nothing can stop you and those sweet fire powers of yours, I swear you and the rainbooms are practically the avengers of our…………………” He then stopped after realizing that he said the names of her former friends . “ Sorry I didn’t mean………………”
“ No it’s ok Snips” Sunset reassured. “Speaking of the Rainbooms, do you know if they arrived yet?I need to speak with them and their sisters”
“Yeah they actually arrived together 20 minutes ago and are inside now” Snips said and then proceeded to present the sign in sheet to the couple. “ Just sign your names right here and proceed into the gym” Sunset and Flash then proceeded to write their names as instructed, after signing their names the couple made their way towards the entrance of the gym but not before Snails called out.
“Sunset, Flash “ he said earning their attention. “ Good luck” Snips also wished the pair good luck with a thumbs up, Sunset smiled and then nodded her head in a reassuring manner along with Flash. With nothing more to say they proceeded inside of the gymnasium where the party awaited them, after opening the door the couple found the biggest get together that they've ever seen. The entire gymnasium was decked out with so many different decorations and goodies ranging from streamers, balloons, stereos, tables consisting of assorted snacks , drinks, and baked goods, there was also a huge banner hanging above the stage which read "Welcome back Canterlot High Students" in a bright pink color. Sunset couldn't help but smile after seeing the banner knowing that a certain pink haired party lover was responsible for each of the decorations including the giant banner. Speaking of said girl, Sunset surveyed the party-goers and instantly recognized every single one of them ranging from Derpy, her boyfriend now husband Dr Whooves, Party favor, Fluttershys older brother Zephyr Breeze alongside Maud pie ( hehe guess he gave up on his pursuit on rainbow Dash), Mrs Harshwhinny, Cranky Doodle, Bulk Biceps who was as buff as ever, Zecora, Diamond Tiara, Norman, Cloudchaser, Wallflower, and many others. No doubt this was a big reunion if every single former student was present and accounted for, however her gaze soon transformed into shock as she found a group of girls having a friendly conversation alongside their respected husbands and she was quick to instantly recognized them...........................
Their stood The Rainbooms
As Sunset surveyed the group she found quite a few changes amongst the girls. Pinkies hair has gotten bigger and bushier it was practically a pink afro and her hyperactive happy personality remained unchanged and standing alongside her was her husband and former gothic student Pokey Pierce. Applejack has gained a lot more muscle than the last time she saw her and she still wore her fathers hat and her long blonde hair was cut down slightly with a ponytail and a red flannel shirt with blue jeans and brown boots ,she also stood by her husband and former school Quarterback Caramel, Rarity was as beautiful as ever wearing a custom made light blue dress that she made herself along with some elegant eye shadow, Sunset noticed that she was alone hinting that she still hasn't found the right one ( yet), Fluttershy has gotten slightly taller and her long pink hair was tied down in a ponytail as well and her bust size has increased quite a lot, she also looked a bit more confident and talkative than her former shy self from the past, and standing by her side was her husband and Aj's older brother Big Mac who was just as tall and buff as Bulk Biceps.
"Hehe I knew it" sunset giggled after realizing that her past accusations about fluttershy having a crush on Applejacks older brother were true after all. However her gaze soon turned to the former rainbow haired star athlete Rainbow Dash. Sunset surveyed the girls features and noticed that she was as ripped as Applejack and her hair was cut down shorter she also sported a black leather jacket along with biker shorts and boots looking just as cool and tough as ever. And standing by her side was her husband and another former star athlete of the school Soarin, Sunset couldn't help but feel slightly uncomfortable seeing the one person responsible for orchestrating the attack on her at school years ago. But it wasn't just her, the now adult CMC's were there as well having a friendly chat with their former bullies Diamond Tiara and Silver spoon. She didn't know which was more uncomfortable for her, the portraiture behind the infamous gym attack or the perpetrators behind Anon a Miss. Before she could think of anything else She was met with a pat on the shoulder causing her to jump slightly , she quickly turned around to find non other than Vice principle Luna and Principle Celestia alongside two males standing beside the pair.
"Sunset shimmer and Flash sentry, it is you!" Luna said happily earning a smile from the couple.
"It's been years" Celestia said and was then brought into a hug by Sunset while Flash hugged Luna as well.
"It sure has " Sunset said politely." you two look great, you haven't aged a bit" Saying this earned a chuckle from the duo.
"Your too kind Shimmer " Luna said. " But ya don't need to lie, we know we're not in our primes anymore"
"Nonsense!" Sunset objected. " No matter how old ya get you two still look beautiful, plus your still built like Wonder Woman VP Luna"
"Hehe ,ya got that right kid!" Luna said and then showed off a bit by flexing her bicep earning a " Oh brother " From her older sis and a chuckle from both Sunset and Flash, however sunsets attention was now on the two strangers alongside the sisters. Celestia noticed this and was quick to introduce them to her.
"Oh where are my manners" Celestia said. " Sunset this is my husband superintendent Discord and Luna's husband and my brother in law Sombra" Susnet was surprised after hearing those names, not expecting to run into the humanized versions of equestrians two most sinister adversaries. However they didn't seem like their equestrian counterparts and looked friendly and chill. Discord then extended his hand for a shake along with Sombra and Sunset was quick to shake their hands along with Flash.
"It's a pleasure to meet you two" Sunset said politely.
"Same kid" Discord said. " I never thought I'd get the chance to meet the legendary hero Sunset shimmer" Sunset blushed a little at this response"
"I wouldn't necessarily call myself a legend" She replied. " But this is quite a surprise I didn't even know you and Luna were married Principle Celestia"
"Same "Flash jumped in.
"Hehe yeah we get that a lot" Luna said. " Me and my sis just figured that it wasn't necessary to talk about our life outside of school to the students or even the faculty for that manner"
"That's understandable" Sunset said as Flash nodded in agreement.
"I tick it by your look from earlier that you recognize us from our counterparts from your world?" Sombra said earning a shocked look from the fire haired girl.
"Wait how do you...............................
"The misses informed us about every magic mishap that occurred after you stepped foot into our world years ago" Discord answered. “ She and my sister in law gave us every single juicy detail about your little magical mishaps throughout your high school years. But anyways, what’s my counterpart like?” Discord gave a sly grin awaiting answers as to what his equestrian counterpart is like compared to him.
“Well……………….” Sunset began. “ Let’s just say the equestrian counterparts of you and sombra are something else”
“ In other words, just has handsome as me?” Discord as Celestial and the others rolled their eyes at his remark about his counterpart. Anamongst to them a group of girls are seen approaching the group and soon one of them spoke after getting close.
“Hi Sunset” Came a voice and sunset was quick to recognize where it came from. She then turned around to find Fluttershy, Pinkie, Dash, applejack, Rarity, Applebloom, Sweetie belle, and Scootaloo standing right in front of her each with varied expressions of nervousness and awkwardness. sunset was at a loss of words not expecting to bump into them so soon especially since the reunion just started. She then felt as hand touch her shoulder and turned around to find that it belong to Luna.
“Go on sunset” She whispered. “It’s about time you catch up with them” Luna then gave her a wink as she and the others walked off to check in on the other partygoers but not before Celestia gave her a similar reassuring wink signaling her “good luck” and soon Flash followed suit.
“I’m gonna go check in with Big Mac and the boys” He said and then gave his wife the same reassuring wink to which she nodded indicating that she’ll be alright. And soon Flash made his way towards his guy friends leaving Sunset alone with the Rainbooms and the CMC’s. There was an awkward silence for what felt like an eternity before Rarity finally mustered up the courage to speak.
“It’s been a long time darling” She said nervously.
“Yeah it has” Sunset replied trying her hardest to sound polite. “ You look great Rarity, I love the dress it looks beautiful”
“Thank you Sunset” Rarity said with a hint of gratitude. “ I made it just for the reunion, I figured that If i was gonna reunite with all of my high school companions than I must look my best” Sunset couldn’t help but giggle slightly knowing that this was classic Rarity who always tried her hardest to look good and make a good impression.
“So how have you been Sunset?” Fluttershy jumped in. “ I heard that Flash and his band got a few record deals and that your teaching over at Crystal prep along with our version of Twilight”
“Oh yes” Sunset replied. “ Flash and his band actually have 3 more gigs booked for the summer and me and our daughter Blaze are gonna accompany him as well”
“That’s great partner” Applejack said. “ I’m happy that you and especially flash are moving up into the world”
“Yeah we are” Sunset replied. “ How’s the farming business going AJ? More importantly hows Granny Smith?”
“The business is going great partner” Applejack replied. “ We managed to make a large profile this year thanks to Diamond Tiara and her fathers help, hell we’re practically millionaires at this point from the boost in sales. And Granny’s doing great too, She’s still going strong. Hehe me and Caramel keep telling her that maybe it’s time for her to retire but she outright refuses every time and be like “ I may not be as young as I used to be missy, but I got a lot of spunk left in me” Hearing this Sunset couldn’t help but giggle not expecting Granny Smith to be that stubborn about retirement.
“I’m happy that the apple family business is still going strong Applejack” She said as Pinkie surveyed her old friends features.
“You look just as beautiful as Rarity Sunset” She said earning a look of gratitude from the fire haired girl.
“Thanks Pinkie” She replied. “Some of the scars I received years ago actually managed to fully heal, while they’re still a little visible they're not as visible as when I first received them” After hearing this everyone especially Dash began to feel uncomfortable with each and everyone of them remembering how Sunset got those scars to begin with. “ Speaking of scars, where’s Gilda and the others?” The group was reluctant to answer her question first until Bloom stepped in.
“ They didn’t want to come” She said. “ Even though it was years ago, they still felt guilty about what they’ve done to you that they felt that it was for the best that they skip the class reunion thing that they were not wanted here” Hearing this Sunset couldn’t help but feel surprised at the fact that Gilda and her gang actually regretted what they’ve done to her that faithful night years ago.
“Wow I never expected Gilda of all people to actually regret her actions” Sunset replied earning nods from each of them especially Dash.
“We don’t expect you too Sunset” Dash said quietly, there was another awkward silence for what felt like an eternity until the Rainbow haired girl finally spoke up again. “ Sunset, I know it’s been years since………….the incident. But I wanted to apologize. I should have known better than to come up with that disgusting scheme or that I didn’t believe you when you pleaded with us that you weren’t Anon a Miss. Believe me I never wanted you to get killed, I just thought that they were gonna rough ya up a bit. But the fact that they practically scarred ya and even went as far as to brand you disgusts me. I know that’s no excuse but my actions were outright cruel and downright evil, I’m no better than the dazzlings and honestly it’s a miracle the girls forgave me. I’m a poor excuse for an athlete or as the element of loyalty”
“ She’s not the only one partner” AJ jumped in while removing her hat in shame. “ I shouldn’t have accused ya like I did sugarcube, I should have had your back but I didn’t. I treated ya like one of those pesky rats that roam around the bar house from time to time all because my secret was exposed and that was selfish of me. I know this won’t mean much but I’m so deeply sorry sugarcube, I’m a poor excuse for an element of honesty”
“I’m no element of generosity either darling” Rarity said sadly. I was only generous with myself and look what it’s cost me? I nearly lost one of my best friends, I’m nothing more but a selfish diva who only cares about herself instead of her friends feeling and I will never forgive myself for how cruel I was to you” Rarity then started to tear up as her mascara started to run off her face.
“ But I was the cruelest of them all “ Fluttershy jumped in. “ I was such a monster to you Sunset, I should have been brave and heard you out first but I didn’t. I just went along with the idea that you were only pretending to be our friend just to learn our secrets and hamuliate us. And I was such an idiot for believing it thinking that you went back to your old bullying self. I’m no better than those bullies from middle school, I don’t deserve the element of Kindness”
“ No party I can throw would be able to make up for my last actions Sunny” Pinkiy chimed in as her hair deflated and turned a grayish pink color as it always does whenever she’s sad or depressed. “ I was such a fool for not believing you, I should have been cheering you up, had your back, to make you smile again. But all I did was make you cry and go down a road of anger and depression, and honestly I don’t blame you one bit for cutting ties with us that day, cause who wants to be friends with a big meanie like me? I don’t deserve the element of Laughter if all I do is make people depressed”
“ This was my fault to begin with Sunset” Apple bloom said with a sad look that outmatched everyone else’s. “ Anon a Miss was my idea to begin with and I practicallly dragged my friends into it all because eI was jealous that my sister was spending more time with you than me, I should have been an adult and realized that Applejack can’t hang out with me all the time. But I didn’t, I ended up putting this sick plan into motion thinking that no harm would go to anyone but buys as I wrong. When I saw the video on Mystable where you were nearly beaten to a pulp my stomach hurt so much after the fact that you would have died that day and I would never forgive myself if that happened. I despise myself Sunset, I was no better than the old you. I should be in jail right now for what I’ve done to you, this selfish act nearly cost me everything, my friends, my sister, and my own family. If my ma and pa were alive and they found out what I’ve done, they’d be so disappointed in me s I wouldn’t blame them. Sunset I know this isn’t gonna mean much, but I am so deeply truly sorry for my actions years ago. I shouldn’t have betrayed my sisters trust or dragged my friends into this as well. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me someday” Bloom said nothing more and just broke down into tears as Applejack, Scootaloo, and Sweetie belle walked up to comfort the crying farm girl into a group hug.
As she watched them cry, Sunset couldn’t help but feel pity for the group of girls. while their actions years ago brought her such pain and misery, seeing the hurt and remorse on each of their faces was too much for her to handle. While she was furious at them years ago and felt that they weren’t worthy of friendship thinking that they’ll never be sorry for their actions towards her. Seeing them in this state proved her wrong, these weren’t no crocodile tears, they were genuine tears of sorrow and remorse.After what felt like an eternity Sunset using her magic pulled each of the girls close to her which surprised the group as they didn’t know what the fire headed girl was gonna do to them, But to their surprise Sunset brought each of them into a group hug as a big smile and tears of joy started to form. It what shocked the group and even the other partygoers listening in on the conversation more was the three words that finally escaped from her mouth. After locking them away for all these years Sunset knew it was finally time to set these words free and to finally say it.
I forgive you❤️
Author's Note
Happy holidays everybody
as my gift to all of you, I give you the next story on my list set in Dainn’s Anon a Miss universe just in time for Christmas❤️ I actually had this idea in my head for a while now, after seeing a few non canon spin offs of Dainn’s Anon a Miss story, I always wondered how it would go down if the Rainbooms and the CMC’s crossed paths with Sunset again during their class reunion? And now you’ll see for yourselfs in this story
Anyways I hope you guys enjoyed this story, as always give me your honest thoughts and opinions about it, and I should have the next story on the list started in January 👍 until then Happy holidays and I wish you all a happy new year too
