I’m gonna crater your face in!

Aaron is sitting at Twilight's picnic table with all her friends. Moon Dancer, Sweetie Belle, Apple Bloom, Scootaloo, and Spike were there too. As Arron made a delicious sub sandwich with cooked beef, he secretly got from a griffin vendor on the outskirts of Ponyville. Aaron, while nobody was looking, hallowed out his baguette bread and put the beef on, followed by lettuce, cheese, onions, and cut olives.

Pinkie Pie looked at Aaron and said, “Hey, Anon, add some tomatoes to your sandwich.” Aaron hissed at the diced tomatoes on Pinkie Pie's cutting board. Aaron said, “Keep that evil fruit away from my sandwich.”

Everyone at the picnic table looked at Aaron, and Aaron asked, “What? It’s a fruit, and it’s the worst fruit of all. Apple Jack apples are number one, followed by bananas, oranges, and grapes.”
Aaron stated that it only takes a few minutes for the fruit to make Apple Jack happy. Aaron didn’t have a favorite fruit but bit his tongue to avoid hurting his friends' feelings.

Spike burped, and a letter came out of his green flame. Twilight read the letter out loud: “Twilight Sparkle and her friends, I would much appreciate the help of your friends and you as I’ll be presiding over the wedding ceremony. I’ll inform you of your tasks and other matters when you girls and Anon arrive.” Spike then burped up the following letter, and Twilight reads, “Twilight Sparkle and your friend are invited to the marriage of Princess Mi Amore Cadenza and My brother!”

Aaron interrupted and said, “Hold those gasps for 30 seconds, please.” The group stopped and looked at Aaron, who was looking at an imaginary watch humming a specific tune. Then he said, “OK, proceed with gasping and questioning.”

Apple Jack congratulated, “Your brother's getting married? Congratulations, Twilight! That's great news!

Twilight Sparkle said, “Yeah, great news. That I just got from a wedding invitation! Not from my brother, but from a piece of paper! Thanks a lot, Shining Armor. I mean, he couldn't tell me personally? In a snarky older brother voice, Twilight continued, “Hey, Twilight, I just thought you should know I'm making a huge decision that changes everything. Oh, never mind, you'll hear about it when you get the invitation.

Twilight, pissed, exclaimed, “Princess Mi Amore Cadenza? Who in the heck is that?!

Aaron replied, “Twilight, that’s Princess Cadence.” Shocked and confused, Twilight got nose-to-nose with Aaron and asked, “How do you know that? Anon! What? You sleep with my old babysitter and do other nasty things to my mentor and her sister!”

Aaron, expressionless, stared Twilight down and said, “No, I met her on one of my trips. She introduced herself as Mi Amore Cadenza, and for you to ask, no, I didn’t know about the wedding. Do you get defensive because your brother is moving away from you? He has a life to live on his own, you know.”

Twilight backed off and said, “I know it’s just Shining Armor, and I have been close. He’s my B.B.B.F.F.”

Aaron moved back to where Moon Dancer, Scootaloo, Sweetie Belle, and Apple Bloom were and watched the stupid song and dance play in the background. Aaron sighed and asked, “Do you guys just sing and dance whenever you like, or is it just like a schedule thing?”

Moon Dancer looked over and replied, “I can’t tell you. I thought it was like a force of habit kind of thing.” Aaron rolled his eyes and chomped down on his sub sandwich. Aaron looked off, and Trevor asked, “I sense your heart rate is increasing. Are you getting nervous about the upcoming wedding situation?”

Aaron responded, “No, I’m getting nervous about the other thing, you know that thing.”
Trevor replied, “Oh, the dance thing. I guess I’d also be scared if I spent 6 months and two extra months to perfect the dance choreography and vocals lessons.”
Aaron responded, “I can hear that grin, you uncoordinated dickhead.”
Trevor replied, “Take a breather. I was having some fun.”

Aaron said, “I know it’s just those nightmares are getting more immersive and painful. It’s stressing me out and also scaring me, and you’re telling me you can’t stop the nightmares.”
In an exasperated sigh, Trevor responded, “No, I can’t. Those aren’t nightmares. Those are future visions that you and I can’t control. I’ve explained this like a dozen times.”

Aaron finished eating his lunch, stood up, and moved to the tree to nap under it. Twilight said, “I’d like to apologize for the accusation earlier.” Aaron opened one eye and said, “No need. I understand that jealousy. It is the green-eyed monster that mocks the meat it feeds on.”

Twilight, flustered, replied, “I’m not jealous. I’m just hurt he didn’t at least let me know.”
Aaron said under his breath, “That’s because his fake fiancé is an evil changeling bitch.”
Twilight, not hearing that last bit, asked, “What?
Aaron exclaimed, “I’m sure he had his reasons, Twilight.”

Aaron watched as the picnic ended sooner than expected. He headed back to his house to pack his clothes for the trip. Celestia teleported into his bedroom and asked, “So, what’s the plan, and what do you know?”
Aaron sighed and replied, “The real Cadence is pretending to be a maid working in the castle. The faker is the changeling queen.”

Celestia, shocked, said, “Chrysalis is the fake Cadence! Why didn’t you alert us or take care of her before?”
Aaron replied, “We don’t know how many of your people have been replaced, and Chrysalis is a powerful changeling. She already mind-controlled some of your guards. The plan is to catch her and use me as the net. I have the absorbing ability.”

Celestia, pissed, said, “I refuse to put you in harm's way! Please think of another plan.”
Aaron responded, “I don’t have any other plans. This is the only plan that I have at the moment.”
Celestia hugged him, saying, “Then please stay close to Luna and me so we can protect you if something bad happens.”

Aaron remembered his vision of being firmly embedded into a mountain crater and impaled with sharp rocks. Without saying anything, Aaron said, “I promise I’ll be next to you both to stay safe.”
Aaron held the hug for a few seconds longer and pulled off. Aaron looked away and asked, “How’s Luna doing?”

Celestia replied, “Still not talking to you.”
Aaron, saddened, replied, “She only talks to Trevor. Only because he was part of her, and Trevor won’t tell me how angry she is.”
Trevor interrupted and responded, “I promised her not to say anything. Besides, all you need to do is talk to her, you idiot.”
Aaron sighed, sat on the floor next to his bed, and said, “I’m so tired and done with all of this.”

Celestia sat next to him and watched Aaron. She quietly asked, “Why are you tired?”
Aaron looked up and said, “I feel like I’m cycling in and out of a depressed mood and a happy mood; the stagnation of normality is what makes me depressed, and the excitement of blood-pumping stress makes me feel happy. But that type of excitement isn’t healthy, and getting drunk on that feeling is what could turn me. I’m scared and nervous about the future. But refrain from talking about it or addressing it.”

Celestia was saddened by the information Aaron was handing her. She looked away and said, “I know what that’s like. When Luna and I were younger, we had to fight to make this country safe. Luna always did the best she could without being fearful of her power. But I was the power I held was so delicious that even the cake I ate wasn’t even half as intoxicating as it. I feared that my power would take me over, and I would no longer be myself. But that’s when I learned that my power doesn’t own me. I own the power. It’s my responsibility and my duty to protect my people from evil. That’s when that intoxicating power lost its flavor to me.”

Aaron closed his eyes and thought about where his power came from, and that’s when he heard a pop. Aaron knew that it was Celestia teleporting away. Aaron listened to a primal, more powerful voice than Trevor say, “Crush! Kill! Destroyed! Breed! Fuck!” Aaron let the voice grow louder, saying it was yelling, and that’s when he felt the voice enter his body with goosebumps, and fire came out of his mouth like a small flamethrower.

Silvery and powerful voice asked, “What do you want?”
Aaron said, “I want to be better.”
The voice retorted, “Better how? Better than all, better than none, better than you, or better than me.”
Aaron countered, “Let me ask you this: who are you? You aren’t Trevor, who is watching but unable to understand.”
The Voice replied, “I’m you, or in actuality, I’m your spirit, the thing you’ve been holding back and fighting against.”
Aaron said, “Wait, I’m holding you back. How?”

The Voice responded, “When you feel depressed, that’s you holding me back. When you get excited, you let out. When you hold me back, the flame in you starts to die, and when you release me, that’s you fanning the flame.”
Aaron replied, “So you’re my spirit or primal inner voice.”
The voice said, “No, and yes, I’m your spirit. But no, not your primal inner voice. I’m your soul, the thing that died in our original world and was reborn in this one, like a spark in a dead brush or a small burning ember put on a pile of gasoline-covered wood. I am you and have been since the heat in your body came to be. Not just by your fighting spirit but by your lust for these females of this world. The lip contract quells my desire, but only for a moment.”

Aaron thought about it and asked, “How do we become one so we can be on the same page here?”
The voice replied, “Why would we fuse?”
Aaron, confused, said, “Aren’t we supposed to be one.”
The voice replied, “We are one, you dipshit, you had me on mute for a while, and for that, I punished you by making you depressed and only excited when you fight. I’m your fighting spirit and indomitable will. So, take off the pussy jeans and get back to work. We have a wedding to save in four days.”

Aaron sighed heavily and said, “You’re right. Let’s get to work on a smarter plan.”
The voice responded, “Goddamn right, pray I don’t come back because if I do, I’ll make you emotionless. Now, we have to fix things with Luna, possibly fertilize those princesses, and bring some honor to our lineage.”

As the voice faded, Trevor came to the forefront and asked, “What the hell was that? How were you able to block my voice from your mind?”
Aaron replied, “I think I just spoke to my inner voice.”
Trevor, still confused, responded, “So, what did he say.”
Aaron replied, “He was the one making me feel depre-“

Aaron felt the fire and electricity bubble up into his body, causing pain. As he was about to do push-ups, he remembered the voice. That’s when he started meditating. The energy slowly swirled around his chest. As the energy spun faster and faster, the pain died down and made Aaron feel more relaxed and energized. He breathed deeply and said, “Better, much better.”

Trevor thought about what Aaron did and then started meditating. Aaron took his makeshift suitcase and headed to the train station. Twilight and her friends left Aaron, so he was traveling alone. Aaron went to the back of the train in a secluded area and entered his dreamscape. As Trevor meditated, he got frustrated and said, “Why can’t I do what you did with the unstable energy?”

Aaron replied, “Because the cold energy isn’t unstable. You already have control over it. I didn’t have control over my energy due to unfamiliar surroundings and energies.”
Aaron walked to the door to Luna’s dreamscape and opened it; as he walked in, he saw Luna sitting on a tall throne, looking down at Aaron with an expression of authority. Aaron was about to speak, heard Luna ask, but as she did. She changed and crossed her legs the other way, showing what was under her regalia, “Ah, Aaron, what brings you to the newly created night court that won’t go into effect for a few months.”

Aaron smirked and said, “That won’t work, Luna. I’ve got a handle on it this time. I came here to apologize for stealing your job and making you feel like you weren’t doing anything. I should’ve stayed back and let you do what your job is.”
Luna, flustered, realizing she showed her panties for nothing, responded, “It’s all I wanted to hear. Apology accepted.”

Aaron walked up to her, started massaging her shoulders, and said, “Are you Feeling stressed?”
Luna replied, “Yeah, a little.”
Aaron chuckled and said, “Well, lay it on me.”
Luna relaxed and said, “The Day Court nobles have been pushing back on my proposals of bringing in thistles to help build a stronger foundation for Equestria. Their excuse is that it would bring chaos and conflict.”

Aaron listened to Luna vent about her problems. Aaron said, “What the nobles said is half true that conflict and chaos would happen. Sure, that’s a given situation that is inevitable, but harmony and a stronger union are the outcome. The nobles don’t want thistles in Equestria because their power would be weakened by splitting them and making half of them not noble anymore to give some of that power to thistles.” Luna, now sitting relaxed, listened, and that’s when Aaron disappeared as he was jolted awake to the sound of the train conductor yelling Canterlot.

Aaron saw the bubble shield put up by Shining Armor. As Aaron got off the train, he saw that Twilight was talking to Shining Armor at the front gate farther ahead. As Shining Armor noticed Aaron farther back, he teleported to Aaron and tried to attack him with a spear in a sparring style.

With a smirk, Aaron put his arms over his head and crossed them to block the attack, and as Aaron was about to retaliate with a punch to the gut, Aaron was stopped by Twilight and “Cadence” immediately. Aaron said, “What are you doing? This was a friendly greeting between men.”

Cadence replied, “Anon, I will not have you hurting my fiancé 4 days before my wedding.”
Twilight responded, “I agree, Anon. It’s very irresponsible of you to try to attack back.”
Aaron thought to himself, “She seems to be poking and prodding my defenses to see my weaknesses.”

After scolding Aaron, Twilight did her sunshine dance. Aaron watched it and coughed a bit of blood, holding back his inner beast. Cadence, confused, looked back at Aaron and Twilight's friends. She noticed Aaron had a small amount of blood on the side of his lip. Cadence then left, only saying, “It was nice to meet you all.”

Twilight glared at Cadence as she walked away and said to Aaron and her friends, “That is not Cadence. I know Cadence, but that was not her!”
Aaron wiped the blood off his lips, knowing Cadence had taken the bait, and said, “I’m sure she’s racking her brain trying to remember you. I mean, come on, Twilight, she has to have had other children she babysat.”
Twilight looked at Aaron with surprise and was about to ask, only for Aaron to say, “Shining Armor told me.”

Twilight was gloomy and frowned. That’s when Celestia came to the little group and said, “How is everyone doing today? I hope my student and her friends are ready to help set up this wedding.”
Twilight asked, “What would you like my friends and me to do, Princess Celestia?”

Celestia replied, “First, I need Flutter shy; I would like you and your songbird choir to provide the music.
Flutter Shy responded, “Oh, What an honor!”
Celestia continued, “Pinkie Pie, I can think of no one more qualified than you to host the reception.
Pinkie Pie said, “Okie! Dokie! Lokie!”
Celestia giggled and continued, “Next, Applejack, you will be responsible for catering the reception.” Apple Jack tipped her hat and nodded in agreement.

Celestia said, “Rainbow Dash, I would very much appreciate it if you could perform a sonic rainboom as the bride and groom complete their "I do"s.
Rainbow Dash said while doing a few fist pumps, “Aw, Yeah, count me in!”
Celestia nodded, looked at Rarity, and said, “Next is you, Rarity. You will be responsible for designing the dresses for the bride and her bridesmaids.”
Rarity fainted hearing the news. Celestia then looked at Twilight and asked, “Twilight, you will be playing the most important role of all: Ensuring that everything goes as planned. Can I count on you to ensure these tasks are done?”
Twilight smiled worriedly and said, “You can count on me, Princess Celestia.”

Celestia looked at Aaron and said, “Aaron, you already have your assignment. Please head to where she needs to talk to you later and ensure you’re not rusty.”
Aaron sighed and said, “She should know I’m not, and even if I were, all I need to do is work harder, and I’ll be right as rain.”
Celestia replied, “Just head down there and check on her. That maid you recommended is cleaning your room now. You should go say hi.”

Aaron sighed and said, “Tell me she isn’t causing trouble?”
Celestia giggled again but in a cuter tone and said, “No, she’s doing a fine job.”
Aaron started walking to the castle, and Twilight and her friends, although confused, would ask Anon about it later.

Aaron walked to his room and opened it. As he closed it, he heard, “So, what is the plan?” Aaron looked at the maid, who dispelled her disguise and was the real Cadence. Aaron sighed and said, “Honestly, I think-“

A familiar voice exclaimed, “I fucking knew it!”
Aaron and Cadence looked in the direction of the voice. Aaron saw Twilight, and she walked up to Cadence. They both did the sunshine dance, and that’s when Cadence and Twilight hugged. Aaron asked, “Why did you follow me, Twilight?”
Twilight replied, “I thought it was weird that whoever that faker is couldn’t remember me and had difficulty remembering you properly. The real Cadence would never forget a name or a face, and she remembered me the same way I remembered her.”

Aaron rolled his eyes and said, “If you say some dumb shit like I’m trying to steal a to-be wedded woman, I’ll fucking give you the silent treatment, Twilight.”
Cadence said, “It’s not like that Twilight. Anon, save me from being trapped in the Canterlot Catacombs.”
Twilight asked, “When did he find you?”
Aaron replied, “A week after she was replaced. I had to dig to find her and had to break the crystal walls to get to the place she was at.”

Twilight asked, “Am I the first to find out?”
Aaron and Cadence said, “No Celestia, Luna, and Spike know.”
Twilight said, “Celestia and Luna, I get but why was Spike informed before me?”
Aaron responded, “He can hold a secret and can act better. But this could work in our favor.”

Cadence asked, “How?”
Aaron replied, “If Twilight stays skeptical, that will pressure Chrysalis and force her to get rid of Twilight. When that happens, Cadence will head down to the entrance and get Twilight, bringing her back in time to object to the wedding and forcing her to reveal herself.”
Twilight asked, “What about the elements?”
Aaron replied, “Keep them with you and be ready to use them on me, most likely.”

Twilight was about to ask, but Aaron frowned and looked away from Cadence and her. This time, she held her tongue and nodded in agreement.

Aaron headed toward his door and said, “Twilight, keep up your skepticism of the fake Cadence and keep it unconvincing so your friends stay uninterested. I won’t be seen telling the wedding day, so please remember that the real Cadence will be watching and keeping you in line with a magic telepathic spell to stay connected.”

Aaron headed toward the Dance Factory, looking around and changing outfits several times to hide his identity. As he walked into the studio, Fancy Dance saw him, and Aaron asked, “Are they ready after all the lessons?”
Fancy Dance nodded with a smirk and replied, “It was tough, but they worked very hard. I want to ensure you can shake the rust off in time, Anon?”
Aaron replied, “Don’t worry about that. I’ll be working for the next few days, and yes, I’ll promote your business afterward.”

Fancy Dance smiled and returned to the training room where Spearhead, Sheriff SilverStar, Soarin, and Cheese Sandwich were training and stretching. Aaron walked in, and they all nodded in agreement that they were going to take this bullshit to their graves. If they didn’t say anything about it, they would be free from this embarrassment after the bachelorette after-party.

For three days, Aaron had the group commit themselves to the rigorous challenge of mastering the dance choreography and singing, trying to hit all the notes and dance moves. The atmosphere could be felt. It was brimmed with focus as Aaron and the team strove to strike a delicate balance between sharp physical precision and emotional expression, each move deliberately yet fluidly throughout intricate routines while a rhythmic beat pulsated from the speakers, their limbs stretching, twisting, and leaping in unison, the movement and clothes ripping to showoff sexual eye candy and create physical want.

Fancy Dance was a seasoned professional with an eye for detail and a passion for teaching dance techniques. She was impressed with Aaron's combination of dynamic vocals and movement control, and her awe only grew as she watched Aaron perform without breaking a sweat or even showing fatigue. Even the other guys were taking periodic breaks to keep up.

On the second day, Aaron focused on vocals mostly to get the high notes down and break down timing. The other guys took the next three days off to relax. Aaron was kept up to the moment the fake Cadence was getting more pissed by the constant pressure from Twilight. Aaron concentrated and determined as he absorbed Cadence's knowledge while pushing his vocals to new heights. He nodded in understanding as Cadence teleported back to the castle. Trevor asked, “Is it ok that the energy in my body is spinning in the opposite direction from yours.”
Aaron replied, “No, you have energy based on the night, which is dark and cold. My energy is based on the day, which is warm and light. Your energy should be spinning in the opposite direction.”

While Aaron was practicing, Trevor followed along and even proceeded to follow his movements as well. They both exchanged movements like they were dance battling. Fancy Dance was writing documentation on her payment. She glanced over and saw two Aarons dancing against each other. She was going to go in there and say something but refused as she thought she was just tired.

Aaron and Trevor also started singing to see if they had an edge over the other. They collective mirrored each other in a way, resonant scales and harmonies that filled the studio with rich, layered tones, Aaron’s voice and Trevor’s voice blending and contrasting in a way that reflected both individual performances showed off their respective styles, each note a reflection or a musical mirror.

On the third and final day, Aaron had to cut the practice off halfway through the day to help prepare for the wedding ceremony. Aaron had Fancy Dance on the studio floor, watching and judging how Aaron performed, and as he did, his skill and hard work paid off, showing his performance in the dance choreography and vocal performance.

Fancy Dance started clapping and giving Aaron a thumbs-up. Aaron was about to ask for criticism from her, but a guy entered with a female. Fancy Dance turned and excitedly said, “Fancy Pants, what brings you to my neck of the woods?”
Fancy Pants replied, “I was dropping off the outfits you wanted to make and saw my little sister judging a spectacular performance. I see why you needed the best outfit for this bachelorette after-party.”
Aaron responded, “Well, this was like 6, maybe 7 months in the making. I appreciate the compliment, though.”
Fancy Pants was about to continue, and that’s when Aaron noticed the time and, in a surprised tone, said, “Shit, I’m late; Fancy Dance tells the other guys that I won’t be here tonight, so just light training and yoga stretching for tonight so they don’t get hurt before the big show.”
Fancy Dance responded, “Got it, Anon.”

Aaron ran to the wedding ceremony room to help prep. As he got there, Twilight was making a scene about everything happening and how the fake Cadence and her brother were weird.
As she finished her pressuring of Cadence. Shining Armor shot back, explaining, “You want to know why my eyes all looked weird! Ever since I started having to perform my protection spell, I've been getting terrible migraines. Cadence hasn't been casting spells on me. She's been using her magic to heal me, and she decided to replace her bridesmaids because she found out they only wanted to be at the wedding so they could meet Canterlot royalty! And if she hasn't been on her best behavior with your friends, I've been so busy that she's had to make all the decisions about the wedding! She's been completely stressed out because it's essential to her that our big day be perfect, something that wasn't important to you! Now, if you excuse me, I must comfort my bride. And you can forget about being my best mare. If I were you, I wouldn't attend the wedding.”

As everyone left the room, Aaron turned into a supply closet with the door barely cracked open. The real Cadence headed to the Crystal Catacombs, while the Fake Cadence force-teleported Twilight into the Catacombs. Still hiding behind the supply closet door, Aaron listened to the fake Cadence laughing evilly. Aaron thought to himself, “Even her evil laughter is obnoxious.”

Twilight was stuck in the Catacombs, shooting at fake versions of Cadence, whose image bounced around the walls like a screen with nothing but her evil laughter coming out. Aaron headed to the garden where Cadence and Twilight exited. Aaron asked, “Oh, thank goodness that fake Cadence is a dumbass.”

Aaron, Twilight, and Cadence headed to Celestia’s room. Celestia opened the door and saw all three, whom she had invited into her room to further the plan. As the plan was finalized and decided, Cadence said, “So that’s the plan for tomorrow.”
Aaron said, “I learned that you make a plan, execute the plan, the plan goes to shit, forget the plan. So we need to be as flexible as possible if this works.”
Celestia nodded and said, “Well, better than nothing.”

The next day, Aaron walked out of his room, and that’s when Twilight and Cadence, disguised as maids, came out of a room next to Aaron’s room. Aaron sat in his assigned seat in the front row, close to the groom’s spot. Aaron, in his Tuxedo suit, stayed quiet and speculative. That’s when Celestia said, “Mares and gentle colts, we are gathered here today to witness the union of Princess Mi Amore Cadenza and Shining Armor.”

As Celestia continued, Twilight and Cadence, hiding in the back row, waited for Celestia to say. The magic words were, “If any anthro is against this matrimony, please object now!” As Celestia said those words, Cadence, in a wedding dress, said, “I OBJECT!” The fake Cadence looked in shock and said, “How did you escape from the Catacombs?”

Cadence replied, “I had a little help from someone who knew you were fake from day one!”
Chrysalis stated, “It doesn’t matter anymore, I’ve already won!” Chrysalis transformed into her changeling queen form. As she laughed evilly, the protective shield came down, and that’s when the changing invasion began. Chrysalis sent a lot of magical energy into Shining Armor, and, as he turned to Aaron in a mind-controlled state, had enough magical power to grab Aaron by the throat, spin him around, and throw him into the mountainside of Canterlot Castle.

After Aaron was thrown into the mountainside, Celestia, in an angered state, attacked Chrysalis, who was forced into a beam clash. Celestia pushed Chrysalis back, and in a moment of power, Celestia was overwhelmed and screamed in pain. She was sent flying into the floor. The pain, too much to handle, knocked her out. Surprised and delighted, Chrysalis exclaimed, “I have enough power to rival Celestia!”

Aaron lay sprawled in the crater, his shattered body forming its grotesque outline, coughing up blood. He thought, “I’d take blowing myself to pieces over this relentless torment.” His mind teetered on the brink of consciousness. Aaron could barely move as he was drowning in the stark realization of his mortality and the cruel, unyielding grip of suffering that made every heartbeat a fresh reminder of the unbearable pain. That’s when he heard a familiar scream of pain. Trevor exclaims, “GET UP! AARON, YOU HAVE TO GET UP. CELESTIA IS IN DANGER!”

Aaron’s head moved, staggered, and winching pain; that’s when time came to a halt. He could not see the scene correctly, but the blurred vision didn’t stop him from still feeling the rage and primal fury start to bubble over. The once mangled limbs and his shattered body began to heal like Aaron had a healing factor, like a hero with specific fist claws, and he couldn't care less about one of the girls he cared for as his friend or the love of his life. He was in pain, and that didn’t help him with the rage he had promised to get under control.

Chrysalis stood over a beat Celestia. She cackled at the sight of Celestia on the ground. Shining Armor, in changeling armor, completely mind-controlled, stood behind Chrysalis. She looked back at the broken window hole Shining Armor made, sending Aaron into the mountain. She looked at Aaron sprawled out, not moving, which pleased her.

She looked away, and that’s when Aaron stood up in the crater with fixed limbs. As his sight went from a blurry view to perfect sight, he saw Celestia knocking out on the ground of Canterlot Castle’s throne room, and as he saw this, clouds of gray started to form and spiral around the mountain. Aaron held an emotionless expression, and even his gaze was focused on her motionless body. That’s when he heard voices from different people saying different things.
“Why are you so mean?”
“I reckon you should put more effort into those you love and respect partner.”
“Darling, it’s not up to Spike to decide my love life.”
“Anon, you are a piece of shit. I hope you know that!”
“Aaron, I love you, but you are incredibly insecure about your worth.”
“Aaron, please don’t leave me. I need you.”
“You always help me with my animals. That’s why I love you, *giggles* Woody.”

That’s when everyone Aaron knew was his enemy came back and, in unison, said, “WHAT THE MATTER? AARON CAN’T HANDLE THIS ANYMORE; PATHETIC! ONLY CAPABLE OF PAIN AND ANXIETY, Just like you were back then. No matter the situation, you always fail, and it’s funny you were too late to be there for him.”

Then he remembered the final moments next to his father in the hospital before his operation. He said something from his past that hit him like a truck, “You're a Good Man, Aaron, and I’d never hold you accountable for your lateness. You have your life, and I have mine, and I’ve had a long life, so it’s ok to let me go.”
That’s when he heard his dad say, clearly as day, “Now, what are you going to do?”

Aaron, with rage coming out of his voice, said, “I’m going to tear this bitch apart!” Aaron stood at the edge of the crater, and as he did, the clouds spiraled faster, and the flames continued to spread up his arms, burning the tuxedo. He yelled out like a man does to his prey, and the spiraling clouds shot lightning at Aaron. The electricity started blending with the fire. Aaron stopped yelling and felt the rocks stuck in his arms and legs slowly pushed out of his limbs and covered his skin in rock and blood. The flame and electricity heated and tempered the rock and blood into black metal, making armored arms and legs. Aaron felt the heat seer his skin, creating a spiraling of pain and rage.

Chrysalis looked back at the hole where Aaron was to make sure he was out of her way. Looking over for the first time, she felt an overwhelming sense of bloodlust Aaron was emitting. He stood there watching Chrysalis, which only added to her fear. Out of fear, she sent Shining Armor to Aaron. His sword was positioned at the ready-to-attack Aaron.

Shining Armor swung when he was close enough, and as he attacked, Aaron stopped the attack by blocking the blade of the changing sword Shining Armor was wielding as the blade collided with Aaron’s metal-covered arm. The blade stopped and then cracked and Aaron with his other hand down hammer punched the sword, has it shattered into pieces the energy from the sword shot out and the shattered blade parts of the sword exploded the pieces into Aaron’s torso.

Aaron flinched as if the blade pieces were supposed to hurt him, but the energy and blade pieces were absorbed into Trevor’s body. Aaron looked up and instantly knocked out Shining Armor. Aaron grabbed Shining Armor and jumped through the broken glass window. He walked up to a group and anthro’s with a knocked-out Celestia. Cadence was handed a knocked-out Shining Armor.

Aaron stood up and looked at Chrysalis, smiling as if she had won. Aaron frowned and said, “Why are you acting so confident?”
Chrysalis responded, “Look around. My minions have not only trapped all within the protection spell bubble. But I also beat Celestia and trapped her. I’ve enough power to kill you at least 5 times over.”
Aaron retorted, “But did you forget the elements?”

Chrysalis cackled and said, “Of course, I didn’t forget them! I have my army guarding them. Those stupid element bearers won’t get them.”
As Chrysalis finished her statement, she looked over Aaron’s shoulder and saw Twilight and her friends. She saw her guards holding onto them, but something was off about her guards; she was shocked to see Aaron go from a frown to a shit-eating grin. Aaron said, “But did you check to see if the elements were in the box?”

As soon as she heard that, she jumped out of the way, thinking Twilight and her dumbass friends were going to shoot her with harmony. Chrysalis watched Twilight activate the elements and shoot at Shining Armor and Cadence. Chrysalis screamed, “NOOOOOOO!”

Cadence and Shining Armor were supercharged with harmony and love energy. Shining Armor woke up, and the changeling armor cracked and shattered. Cadence and Shining Armor released the magic into a new protective bubble spell. Chrysalis and her army were hit with the energy and sent flying off into the sky. The energy radiating off of Shining Armor and Cadence was highly intense. Aaron felt the metal covering his extremities ripped apart, and Aaron fell to his knee, tired and emptied of energy. Still, before he passed out, a lot of energy entered his body, keeping him from passing out.

Aaron looked up and saw Shining Armor and Cadence send the energy of harmony and love into his body. Aaron said, “Thanks, I was about to pass out.”
Cadence nodded, and Shining Armor gave a thumbs up; as they finished the spell, the barrier was mixed with a bit of love and harmony magic that gave it a rainbow pink hue.

Shining Armor and Cadence floated back down to the ground and sat back to relax. The energy was more than intense and exhausting to hold onto. Aaron held onto Celestia as she was still passed out, as Aaron laid against the wall and breathed. He realized that the tuxedo Rarity made was classy short shorts and a tuxedo top without sleeves. Aaron sighed and said, “Rarity is going to kill me.”
That’s when a sensual voice said, “Not if I have anything to say about it.” Aaron looked down and smiled as he kissed Celestia, his tuxedo repaired.

Cadence looked at Aaron and exclaimed, “I knew it was pure, not some primal, instinctual love. I called it!”
Aaron pulled away and said, “Yes, I'll give you a gold star for getting it right from day one.”
Celestia giggled, still lying on Aaron’s lap, and said, “So, trying to fool my niece, you know she’s the Princess of Love, right?”
Aaron said, “Yeah, I know she’s the princess of love. I was trying to keep her off my back about it.”
Shining Armor asked, “How long was I out for? Because I’m pretty sure Cadence and I were about to say our vows?”

Aaron laid back on the wall and relaxed. Celestia moved to lean into Aaron, and that’s when Luna came in and asked, “What did I miss?”
Aaron looked at her and said, “A lot, Moonlight.”
Cadence saw the interaction between her Auntie’s and even Twilight. Cadence had predicted Aaron and even thought about how he would get sandwiched between them.

Cadence was deep in thought when she felt another hat still in the ring, made out of kindness but still fighting hard for the love she so badly wanted from Aaron. Cadence looked over and around, seeing that it wasn’t coming from Pinkie Pie, Rarity, Rainbow Dash, or Apple Jack. That’s when she saw Flutter Shy sit beside Twilight and watch Aaron with an intense yet wanting smile. Cadence walked over to Twilight and patted her shoulder, knowing the battle for Aaron’s heart.

After several hours of setting up the wedding ceremony again, Aaron walked to the bachelorette after-party. He was hiding behind a hoodie as he walked into the back door of the bar backstage, where his group was wearing their tear-off boy band tuxedos. Aaron sighed and looked at each one of the guys and nodded. Sheriff Silverstar asked, “Hey, real quick, what if, not pointing out anyone specific here, wanted to? You know, keep going with this boy band stripper thing?”
Aaron looked at the other guys and asked, “Do all of you want to keep this stripper boy band going?”

Spearhead, Sheriff SilverStar, Soarin, and Cheese Sandwich all looked at one another and back at Aaron and nodded. Aaron sighed and said, “If you guys want to keep going, then go ahead, but this is the only time I will do this.”
Soarin retorted, “But we need you, Anon. You are our leader. We need you. He’ll be the one who made the song and created the dance moves that go with it. Tartarus, you even gave us parts to sing in.”
Aaron thought about it and said, “Well, talk about this after the bachelorette party got it.”

Aaron and the group head to their spots where the spotlights are supposed to shine down. As the Bachelorette party girls watch the stage, they cannot see the guys hidden in darkness. Cadence, Celestia, Luna, and Twilight are sitting at the table closest to the stage.
Cadence asked, “So, this is what you had the most work done on?”
Celestia replied, “Oh yes, and it only improves after the opener.”
Twilight, confused, asked, “Princess Celestia, you set up this bachelorette after-party?”
Celestia giggled and said, “Not just I, but Luna helped pick the place and some of the eye candy, and I used my authority to make it happen for the most part.”

As the Princess was about to continue talking, Fancy Dance came to the stage. She took the microphone and said, “This has been the most fun I’ve ever had. I got to train these strapping stallions. They not only have the body, but they have the girth. I want to congratulate the bride and thank the bachelorettes who set this up and allowed me to train the Stallions. Though there is someone else I’d like to thank, they aren’t here. So I present “Heart’s Wanted!” As Fancy Dance introduced the five dark shadows, a cowboy in the background said, “I’ve been robbed! Of course, they didn’t take money or property. They stole my heart!”

(Opening instrumental: A slow Western guitar builds into a dynamic pop beat. As the music swells, the stage lights up, revealing the sheriff cowboy in the spotlight.)

Verse 1: The Sheriff SilverStar(Long Verse)

(He tips his hat, spinning a lasso as he strides across the stage. Doing a bit of square dancing into his dance choreography.)

Sheriff SilverStar:
Out here on the range, I’ve tamed the wild,
Brought outlaws to justice, stayed strong and mild.
I’ve faced the storms, stood tall in the fight,
But your love’s the thief I can’t indict.
I’ve cuffed the guilty, I’ve locked the doors,
But your eyes broke through my heart’s iron core.
Can’t ride away, I’m stuck in your spell,
Caught in a chase, I know too well.
Every trail I ride leads me to you,
Your love’s the law I can’t undo.

Chorus 1: Sheriff SilverStar Chorus Verse

(The beat transitions into a Western-inspired rhythm.)
Love’s the one case I can’t close,
It’s a trail that forever flows.
Captured by you, my heart’s set free,
True love’s the justice meant for me.

(As the crowd cheers, the athletic, high-flying man flips dramatically onto the stage.)

Verse 2: Soarin

(He flies into the air and does a few backflips, landing perfectly as the lights follow him. His dance choreography sticks to his ability to fly.)

Soarin:
I’ve climbed the heights where few have gone,
Under the lights, I’ve carried on.
Fame keeps me flying. I’m at my peak,
But your love’s the fall I couldn’t seek.
Spotlights fade, and the cheers grow dim,
But your touch makes the world spin.
I’d trade my trophies, the glory, the fame,
For a love that sets my soul aflame.

Chorus 2: Soarin’s Chorus Verse

(The rhythm intensifies with a bold and uplifting beat.)

Love’s the leap that takes me higher,
More than the crowd, you’re my desire.
I’d crash and burn to have your heart,
True love’s the win I’ve craved from the start.

(Confetti bursts as the party animal slides onto the stage, surrounded by neon lights.)

Verse 3: Grill Cheese

(He grooves to the beat, and a mischievous smile is on his face as his dancing and energetic dance choreography follows him.)

Grill Cheese :
Lights flash, and the music’s loud,
I’m the king of every dancing crowd.
Every night’s a thrill, I live for the game,
But your love’s a spark that feels untamed.
I laugh, I dance, I play it cool,
But with you, I’m the only fool.
The party doesn’t stop, but you’re the song,
I’ve been searchin’ for you all along.

Chorus 3: Grill Cheese Chorus Verse

(The beat takes on a club-inspired groove.)
Love’s the rhythm that keeps me alive,
A song that makes my heart revive.
You’re the dance I’ll never forget,
True love’s the party I’ll never regret.

(The lights dim as the guardsman marches onto the stage, saluting the audience.)

Verse 4: Spearhead

(He steps forward with pride and precision, mixing his drill and ceremony movements with his dance choreography.)

Spearhead:
I’ve served my country, stood my ground,
protected the world, and kept my heart sound.
But in your arms, I’ve found my fight,
To guard your love through the darkest night.
I’ll shield your dreams, I’ll hold you near,
No battle’s too tough when you’re here.
Love’s my vow, my mission clear,
With you, there’s nothing I fear.

Chorus 4: Spearhead Chorus Verse

(The rhythm adopts a marching cadence.)
Love’s my duty, my guiding call,
A fortress strong that’ll never fall.
I’ll serve your heart with all my might,
True love’s my victory, my light.

(The lights fade as the man with a fighting spirit steps forward, fire in his eyes.)

Verse 5: Aaron (Longest Verse)

(He clenches his fists, and fire and sparks of electricity crackle around his hands, his voice filled with emotion, and his dance moves look like fighting moves.)

Aaron:
I’ve faced my fears, I’ve fought the dark,
Carved my path with a fighter’s spark.
I’ve stood against evil, I’ve held my ground,
But your love’s the battle that spins me around.
I’m not afraid to face what’s tough,
But your love’s a war that’s more than enough.
I crave the fire, I crave the pain,
For your heart, I’d do it again.
I need your touch, your warmth, your grace,
Without your love, I’m out of place.
I’m scared of love, but I’ll take the fall,
True love is the fight that conquers all.

Chorus 5: Aaron’s Chorus Verse

(The music crescendos with a triumphant beat.)
Love’s the battle I’m ready to fight,
Through the dark and into the light.
I’m scared, but I’ll stand for you,
True love is the strength that pulls me through.

(The stage power dies, and as the lights come on. The group looks around, and Trevor emerges fromAaron’s body with magical sparkles shimmering with frosted tips.)

Verse 6: Trevor

(Trevor speaks in a smooth, futuristic tone, pointing to each man and using futuristic dance moves to showcase his style.)

Trevor:
Six hearts beat with a common dream,
Love’s a journey, more than it seems.
The cowboy rides with a steady pace,
The athlete leaps, chasing grace.
The party animal seeks the spark,
The guardsman shields through the dark.
The fighter’s brave, though love feels new,
But only one is meant for you.
Choose the path your heart can see,
True love’s the key to set you free.

Final Chorus: All Members sing

(All six voices harmonize as the bachelorette party girls erupt in cheers.)
Love’s the prize we’re all chasing tonight,
Through every shadow, into the light.
Each of us has a story to tell,
But true love’s the magic that breaks the spell.

(The song ends with all six figures standing tall as the bachelorette party begins to intensify their excitement.)

Aaron stepped forward with the rest of the guys and looked at them, and with a nod, they all ripped off their rip-off tuxedos, showcasing every guy in a tight Speedo, barely hiding the bulge of each man. Trevor, as a hologram, disappeared back into Aaron. I walked up to Celestia and Luna, who had shit-eating grins. Cadence and Twilight were both still rebooting from the shock of Aaron being the entertainment for the bachelorette party.

Aaron, pissed, said, “Ok, let it out, you two. I can see you two holding it together.” Celestia and Luna busted out laughing, and that’s when Spearhead walked over and said, “Hey, Anon, the girl over at that table offered a bit for a private dance.” Aaron looked over and saw Flutter Shy blushing heavily and smiled.

Aaron walked over to Flutter Shy and held out his hand. Flutter Shy took his hand and was moved to the back room to give her a private Dance. Aaron set Flutter Shy on a chair and asked, “ How many bits were you paying?”
Flutter Shy smiled innocently and responded, “50 bits.”
Aaron sighed and walked over to the corner. He clicked a button and turned around. The room had sultry music, and Aaron started dancing seductively.

Flutter Shy flushed and was unable to look away. Aaron took off his speedo, and in a moment of heat, Flutter Shy gasped, and her smile got wider.
Aaron, with a solid movement, started spinning his meat stick.

Aaron walked out of the back room with Flutter Shy, who was burning in the cheeks; I headed back to the stage after it was set up and started pole dancing. Aaron did the Iron X, spun into a Spatchcock, and did an Aerial invert into an Ankle hang. That’s when Aaron’s meat stick came out due to over-physical exertion. Not realizing it, Aaron went from an ankle hang to an inside leg hang to a Russian split. His speedo ripped in the middle of his movements, and all the girls saw his goods. Even Twilight, Celestia, and Luna all had their jaws dropped.

After the girls erupted in excitement and roaring, Spearhead, Sheriff SilverStar, Grill Cheese, and Soarin looked at Aaron and back at one another, then ripped off their Speedos, showing their meat sticks as well. Each guy walked up to the stage, and although they had longer meat sticks, Aaron had the girth, and the fact that he was of a different race made him more of an acquired taste.

Aaron, Spearhead, Sheriff SilverStar, Soarin, and Grill Cheese all took a pose and flexed, showing off their naked muscular body. Aaron had a 5% body fat muscle build. After the rest of the bachelorette party, Aaron dressed back up in his regular clothes, heading to the train station to get back home.

Author's Note

I hate that I had to look up pole dance moves and even had to spend several hours trying to make sure male strippers do the same kind of pole dancing females do. Honestly hate that Magic Mike makes me so self conscious about how I’m not as sexy.