Floating there, weightless, watching the action unfold beneath me. It seemed surreal—like I was two meters taller, towering above them, but detached, unconnected. My corpse lay crumpled on the ground, and the girls stood around it.

They were crying.

Twilight was on her knees, her hands grabbing my shoulders and gently shaking me, as if she tried to wake me up ,tears flowed down her face. Rainbow Dash looked motionless, her typical swagger replaced by a look of utter anguish. Pinkie Pie's hair, which was typically so vibrant and bouncy, hung limp about her face as she grieved quietly. Rarity patted her eyes with a shaking handkerchief, and Fluttershy cried into Applejack's shoulder, the latter's lips pressing into a thin, trembling line as tears streamed down her cheeks. But it wasn't their tears that piqued my interest; it was their appearance. They weren't dressed up; they had real pony ears, tails, and even a faint light around them.

And then I saw her.

Sunset Shimmer.

She stood away from the others, staring at my motionless body through tear-filled eyes. Her hands covered her mouth, as if she were attempting to suppress a sob, but the misery on her face was clear. She was human again, with no wings, no claws, or demon form. Just sunset.

And she was crying.

Why? Why did she even bother, she wanted me dead

Why was she crying among all the people? This was the same person who had smiled as she blasted that magic at the girls, the same person who mocked me, that wanted to make my life living hell, who tormented me, manipulated everyone, and transformed into a monster. And yet, here she was, crying for me. I drifted closer, but it seemed more like being sucked in, my gaze concentrating on her. She wasn't even attempting to hide her tears now. Her shoulders heaved as she let out faint, stifled cries, her gaze never leaving mine lifeless body.

And then it hit me.

They defeated her.

I didn't know how—and it didn't matter. The girls must have done something with the magic. They worked together to stop her, take away her power, and return her to herself. I gave them all a small, bittersweet grin. They did it. Both worlds were safe.

And I didn’t regret it.

My life for the lives of countless others? A mere life of a broken guy for two entire universes. It was a fair deal. A fair price to pay. I resumed my gaze to Sunset. Her tears perplexed me, yet maybe they meant something. Maybe she understands now. I sighed, not in sorrow, but with a strange sense of serenity. If this was the end for me, I was prepared to accept it. Something shifted. A vague presence became stronger in front of me. I froze after shifting my gaze. It was a silhouette—a young boy, barely more than a shadow, yet instantly identifiable. My breath caught as realization washed over me like an earthquake.

He stood there, looking at me with an expression I recognized better than mine. His expression was not furious or accusatory it was calm, steady, and full of an almost inconceivable kindness. "You know" he began, his voice soft but firm, "Its not the end for you or your story."

"You can’t die right now " he continued, stepping closer, his figure becoming more defined. "It would be easy to die now, to run away from them and the problems right?" His eyes met mine, a mixture of gentle encouragement and something deeper, something unshakable.

I couldn’t look away.

"But theres still things you need to do and look after" he said, his voice firming. "You’re not finished right? The girls depend on you, they need you." His words hit me like a lightning bolt, piercing through the haze of peace that had enveloped me moments ago.

"I..." I started, but my voice faltered.

"I dont want to hear any objections," he said, his tone carrying a quiet urgency. "You’re stronger than this," he said, his gaze unwavering. "You were always strong remember? For both of us "

For a time, I simply stared at him. His presence was both reassuring and devastating—a reminder of all I'd worked so hard to forget. But he was correct.

I couldn’t give up.

Not yet.

I nodded, tears streaming freely now, stinging my cheeks as they fell. "You’re right. I cant leave them now". I whispered, my voice trembling like the delicate balance of a fragile thread. "I need to protect them, to be with them."

"You sure do but don’t beat yourself up that much," he said softly, his voice carrying a weight that struck me deep in my core. "It wasn’t your fault, you know? You know what im talking about, you did all you could noone knew what would happen, you couldn't predict that"

The words landed like a punch in my stomach. I staggered, shaking my head in denial as the reality of them dawned on me. My lips quivered, and I choked. , "NO I SHOULD HAVE DONE MORE I SH—"

"You did all you could," he interrupted gently, his smile never faltering. "And that was enough, im not mad, noone is, and im not judging you i never were "

I opened my lips to argue, but the words became entangled in the knot of shame and anguish that had been living inside me for so long. The tightness intensified, tightening my chest, and my eyesight became blurry from tears. Then, as if summoned by the grief, another shape showed up. Softer, taller, and exuding a familiar maternal warmth that almost broke me. My breath caught as she stepped forward, her presence as calming as a lullaby from long ago.

"You need to cheer up kid" she said gently, her voice like a balm to my shattered soul. Her gaze shifted to the girls standing over my body, their tears falling like rain. "You mean the world to these girls you know that?"

Her gaze fell slightly, settling on Sunset, who was sobbing violently just a few steps away. "And i think someone new will be needing someone to lead a new way for her," she added softly giggling

"But... I failed," I whispered, my voice cracking. "I let you both down. I let him di-"

"Stop," She spoke strongly, her tone kind but unwavering. She moved closer, her hand reaching out to cup my cheek. I couldn't feel her contact, but the motion alone was enough to totally unravel me. "You did not let us down. I am and always be proud of you"

Her voice caught, and her next words were softer, filled with a mother’s pride. "My son was made to do greater things than he realizes. And some of those things aren’t done yet, you still need to uncover the truth. Today was only beggining"

I sank on my knees, sobbing openly, the weight of her words bursting through the barricades I had put around my heart. "I miss you," I whispered, my voice breaking. "I fucking miss you both so much, i dont know what to do without you"

She knelt down, her form shimmering faintly, and looked me in the eyes. "Son, we never left you," she said, her voice full of love. "We are always with you. Remember that." Her hand moved as if to wipe a tear from my cheek, and even though I didn't feel anything, the warmth of her presence engulfed me like an embrace. "Remember," she said again, her voice fading slightly, "Even when the times are dark, even if you will think its the end, fight, stand up, fight for something you think is right"

I wanted to reach out and ask her to stay, but before I could, both silhouettes faded, their forms disappearing into the light.

"Noooo wait, Please dont leave me" I cried, reaching for them. But as quickly as they had come, they were gone, leaving me alone with their words echoing in my heart.

I sat there in that infinite expanse, tears flowing down my cheeks, but for the first time in a long time, there was something else.

Determination.

Bravery

Patience

Hope.

Strength.

And Justice

It felt like I was descending from the highest height, falling indefinitely, the rush of air slamming against me like a gale. My gut lurched, and for a brief minute, I believed I may shatter on impact with the ground. But instead of pain, I felt a wonderful and comforting warmth that swept through my body like a gentle wave. Something stirred within of me—a presence, a sense of connectedness that I couldn't quite convey. It seemed as if I was being rebuilt from the inside out. Experiencing a sudden tingling sensation at the top of my head and the base of my spine. The tingle developed into an unusual pressure, and then... something grew. The sensation was unexpected, but not unpleasant. My head felt lighter, like if something had formed over it. And behind me, I felt a slight swish of movement, like a breeze brushing over a new limb.

The feeling subsided as quickly as it had begun, and I felt myself settle. I wasn't falling anymore I was rising. I slowly became conscious of my surroundings. The first thing I noticed was the warmth on my face. My eyes opened, and the fuzzy shapes in front of me began to sharpen.

It was them—the girls.

Their faces were full of relief and delight, their tears still fresh but accompanied by smiles. Before I could say anything, they rushed upon me and wrapped me in a tight embrace.

"Oh Celestia you are alive!" Twilight’s voice cracked with emotion

"Never. Do you understand never scare us like that again, sugarcube, please " Applejack said, her tone firm but her words laced with affection.

"Ow, ow," I muttered, letting out a small groan of pain. The hug was warm, but my body wasn’t quite ready for the pressure.

Immediately, they pulled back slightly, their faces filled with worry. "Oh no, did we hurt you?" Fluttershy asked, her voice soft and panicked. I managed a small smile, shaking my head. "It could be worse for someone who almost died". I tried to make it into joke but noone laughed, oof "Just... maybe don’t squeeze so hard."

My gaze strayed as they shifted to give me more space.Sunset Shimmer stood near, apart from the rest of the group. Her human shape was apparent now, with the hideous change entirely removed. She stood there, her hands clutched closely to her chest and her face smeared with tears. What struck me the most was not her despair, but her relief.

She looked... happy.

Happy that I was alive. Like she didn't even meant to kill me.

Our eyes met for the briefest moment, and she gave me a small, shaky nod, as if to say, I’m glad you didnt di-

I winced as I looked down at myself and realized how physically unwell I was. The bruising on my skin and burn wounds were gradually healing as if magic was healing my injures. My once-pristine suit was now shredded. My arms were completely exposed since the sleeves had been destroyed. And that's when I saw them. The heal from the magic ignored my scars as if they were something that shouldn't be healed, something i was supposed to be proud off. They studded my arms that served as reminders of earlier fights I'd had. When the girls noticed them, they fixed their gaze on me and changed their emotions. I tried to disguise them with the leftover fabric, but there wasn't much to go with.

"You’ve been hurting silently... right?" Rarity’s voice was gentle, devoid of judgment, her usual flair replaced by genuine concern.

I didn’t know what to say, so I simply nodded. I returned my gaze to Sunset, who was still observing from a distance. She seemed to want to say something, but she remained mute. Her look was heavy, a mixture of remorse and gratitude. As I slowly sat up, the soreness in my body reminded me of all that had occurred. Despite the suffering, I discovered a newfound strength within myself. A newfound warmth.

I reached up and brushed my fingers against my head, pausing as I felt something odd. My fingertips touched... ears. Soft, pointed ears where the top of my head should been, wing that joined as I thought about them, and a massive horn. I looked over my shoulder and noticed a tail—a bright, shimmering appendage that swayed slightly with my motions.

"What the f " I muttered, blinking in disbelief.

The girls beamed, proud and relieved. "Magic found a way to get to you too". Twilight murmured, her voice gentle but meaningful. The world seemed to be spinning as I staggered to my feet, swaying slightly as the soft gray glow around me pulsed gently. The new sensations—the pony ears on top of my head, the tail swaying behind me, the wings flapping, and the sharp horn extending from my forehead—were unfamiliar but not unpleasant. I felt lighter, stronger, and more grounded than I had previously.

The girls were there at my side, reaching out to steady me, but my attention was elsewhere.

Sunset was approaching.

She went slowly, her steps slow and wobbly, as if the entire world was weighing down on her. Her hair was a tangled mess, no longer a fiery, imposing cascade. Her garments, tattered and filthy, hung loosely around her shaking body. She looked nothing like the authoritative, scary figure I had encountered earlier.

The girls shifted, instinctively seeking to protect me, their instincts taking over. But I lifted my hand, softly urging for them to halt. They paused, exchanging uncomfortable glances, but eventually stepped back, allowing her to approach.

As she came close to me she fell on her knees buckling as she collapsed to the ground in front of me. Her hands trembled as she grabbed the fabric of her damaged skirt, and her head hung low. I could hear her gasps, raspy and irregular, as she attempted to push words out.

"I-i dont even know how to say this... im so fucking sorry" Her voice cracked, and she shook her head, unable to meet my eyes. "I know you wont forgive me.. this isnt what i wanted.. i-". She was struggling. The Sunset Shimmer, who had once been so confident and full of venom and hate, had faded into obscurity. Her tears streamed down her face and fell silently on the ground beneath her.

I wanted to hate her. I wanted to choke her to death.. I wanted to yell at her, tell her to go to hell for all she'd done—for hurting me, attempting to destroy everything we'd battled to safeguard. The words were sitting on the tip of my tongue, waiting to slip out. But, as I opened my mouth, something attracted my attention. I could see them in the distance, just behind Sunset's bent figure.Fading images—translucent, like reflections on glass, watching me.

My mother and the boy.

My mother smiled gently, and the boy's eyes were big and expectant. Their appearance was short, like a whisper in the wind, but the message was obvious. My mother's voice resonated in my thoughts, soothing and firm, as if she were standing directly next me.

"It shouldn’t end this way, And i think someone new will be needing someone to lead a new way for her "

The rage in my chest subsided, giving way to something deeper. Something heavier.Sunset had done terrible things one of them was almost killing me, and two universes there was no denying it. But here she was, damaged and vulnerable, exposing herself before me. She was not the devil I had encountered before. She wasn't even the conceited, vicious girl who had tormented so many at this school.

She was just... a person. Just a girl, who lost her way...

And perhaps, in this moment, she wanted someone to perceive her as such. I lowered myself to one knee, feeling the dirt against my flesh, and stared at her directly. My heart was trapped in a vice, unsure of what to say or how to feel.

"Sunset," I said softly.

"I understand, and forgive you" my voice was trembling.

Her breath hitched, and for a moment, she looked at me as if she hadn’t heard me right.

"I don't know anything about what you've been through," my voice firm despite the turmoil of emotions inside me." I don't know what made you go all trouble, what made you the person you became. To feel as if all you have left is rage and pain."

Her lip quivered, and she tried to say something, but no words came out.

"And yeah you did some awful things," I added, my voice softer, "But i belive you can change, i see it deep in you, theres a good person there"

She stared at me, her tears falling freely now. Her hands shook as she reached out, not to touch me, but as if she were searching for something—anything—to hold onto.

"I'll help you find this good person," I said. "The person you want you want to be, not someone you were, somone just needs to help you find this way, and ill be this person sunset."

She let out a choking sob, crying into my shoulder. Oh thats something, but did not move to calm her. I wasn't sure if I could. But I stayed there, kneeling in front of her, allowing her to cry. Behind me, I could hear the group whispering, their presence providing a gentle reassurance. Sunset didn’t say anything else. She didn’t need to.

I stood gently so that sunset could get her head out of my shoulder, my legs weak but sturdy, I offered a hand to her.

She hesitated, her gaze shifting between my face and my hand.

And then, gently, she accepted it.

As her trembling fingers touched my back , I felt a burst of warmth rush through me, as if the fading light of the rainbow above was passing its final traces into us both. Her fingers were icy and hesitant, but for a short moment then they became warm, like a hot aura got around us, her grip was feeble and unsure, yet it was sufficient. But it was a start.

I gently helped her get to her feet. She stumbled slightly, her legs barely holding her weight, but I didn't give up. She peered at me through tear-filled eyes, her visage a jumble of emotions—regret, uncertainty, fear, and, just maybe, hope. .

"I... I just don’t understand," Sunset whispered, her voice so quiet I almost didn’t hear her. "Why you are even talking to me, why are you showing this much kindness? Why you want to help me, after everything i did to you?"

Her question struck me harder than it should. Why? Why did I do this? Good question, i looked back at the girls. They were observing us, their expressions a mix of surprise and understanding. They didn't say anything, but their presence kept me anchored.

Then again I heard voice of my mother’s, the boy’s encouraging look, and the quiet echo of her words: “She need someone to show her the way, to help her, be this person..”

"Sunset its not about the thing you've done," I said softly, turning back to Sunset. "it's about the things you can do, the things that you will do."

Her breath caught, and she averted her gaze in shame. "But I... I've hurt so many people, i was awful! I ruined so many school lifes for my enterteined..." she lamented, her voice breaking. "I ALMOST KILLED YOU TODAY, HOW CAN I GET A REDEMPTION AFTER SOMETHING LIKE THAT?????!?!?"

I took a slow breath to stabilize myself. "Sunset. i already forgave you. Thats a good start right?" I murmured softly, my tone hard yet gentle. "People wont Forget about what you were doing, but they will forgive you when the time will come, i swear it to you"

She shook her head, tears streaming down her face. "No, no, no, no, no, i dont deserve your empathy". she whispered. "I dont deserve your forgivness, you should be hating me right now!! I dont deserve another chance....."

"No Sunset, thats the part where you are wrong" I said, and there was no hesitation in my voice. "Everyone deserves a second chance, a chance to be better. Even you. Im willing to give you that chance".

Her lips quivered, and she let forth a quiet, broken cry. She attempted to pull away, but I strengthened my grip on her hand, keeping her grounded. . "Oh no, no, no, Ms Sunset we are not runing away from problems". I added, my voice softening. "We are solving them together, for now i, and the girls forgiven you, let's start at small things okey? I will help you getting forgivness you just have to follow me" Her eyes opened slightly, and I saw a glimpse of something in her gaze—something frail but genuine.

"D-do you really mean that? You are willing to help me, even despite everything i've done?" she asked, her voice barely audible.

"Yes sunset, i promise i will help you" I nodded, the movement slow and deliberate.

Sunset looked at me, her expression unreadable. Then she crumpled, as if something inside her had finally broken. Her knees buckled, and she dropped into me, putting her arms around my body, and sobbing into my shoulder. I froze in astonishment at her quick embrace, but then I gently placed a hand on her back, steadying her as she wailed. Her entire body shook with the force of her emotions, years of grief and regret gushing out at once.

"I’m so fucking sorry " she choked out between sobs. "I’m so sorry, i will be better, i swear, i will change, will be a better person, i swear to you to everyo-"

"I know sunset " I whispered, my own voice thick with emotion. "I know your going to change, i belive you"

The girls approached slowly, their feet cautious, as if they were reluctant to disrupt the delicate moment. Twilight was the first to kneel by us, her eyes full of empathy and sympathy."You're not alone, Sunset you have us and your little guardian angel her" Twilight whispered gently, giggling a little and resting a hand on her shoulder. "You have us now, we all will help you find your way"

One by one, the others joined, their presence forming a circle of warmth and acceptance. Rainbow Dash, who usually carried herself with an air of toughness, placed a hand on Sunset’s other shoulder. Fluttershy crouched down, her eyes brimming with tears of empathy. Applejack, Pinkie Pie, and Rarity stood close by, their expressions soft and supportive. Sunset looked up at them, her tear-streaked face full of disbelief. "I just dont understand why are you even helping me?" she asked, her voice trembling. "And you... you almost died because i couldn't control myself when i had the crown on my head, why are you even considering calling me your friend?"

"Because everyone deserves a second chance sunset". I said firmly.

Sunset remained silent for quite some time. She simply gazed at each of us in turn, as if trying to grasp the magnitude of what was being offered to her. She nodded slowly. It was a little, tentative motion, but it was sufficient.

From the main entrance of CHS, or whatever was left of main entrance, students began to flood out and shout at sunset. The audience erupted in rage, throwing slurs and rocks at Sunset. One of the rocks struck me straight in the shoulder, hurting and sending a jolt down my arm.

Well, that’s one way to get my emotions out. I thought bitterly, touching the region where the single rock aimed at sunset struck me. But as I glanced at the angry students, their faces twisted with hatred and self-righteousness, something broke up in me.

I stepped forward, glaring at the crowd, and yelled at the top of my lungs, "WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK IS WRONG WITH YOU?!"

Their angry yells died down as everybody turned their attention to me. Sunset, who had been hiding behind me, looked up, alarmed. "N-no dont do this " she whispered urgently, tugging at my sleeve. "I know you do this for me it's not worth, it you will have the same reputation as me, you will be hated as much as me please dont sacrifice yourself to make me fell better."

I turned to glance at her, a smirk tugging at the corner of my lips. "Haha what? My reputation is nonexistent anyway sunset" laughing at the absurdity of it. "Just let me take care of those fuckers"

Before she could protest any further, I swung back toward the crowd, my voice shrill and piercing. "Oh, look at you all now! So courageous, eh? So righteous. Throwing fucking rocks at someone who is already down and cannot fight back. Canterlot High has big, tough proud students!"

A ripple of discomfort passed through the group, but no one spoke.

"Where were you?" I continued, my voice increasing. "I SAID WHERE WERE you all those other times she messed up? When she made students feel small and harmed others? You all stood by and did nothing! You were to scared to act... What about now? Oh, now that she is defenseless, now that she has lost everything, now you grow a fucking spine?" "

Some of the students shuffled uncomfortably, looking down or away, but others held their ground, their expressions defiant.

"Let me tell you something," my voice quivering with fury. "You are all fucking disgusting, now when shes crying on the ground, when she saw her mistakes you grew balls to stand up? What the actual fuck? You are all just a bunch of cowards. And don't assume that throwing pebbles at her—or anyone else—will make up for all the times you remained silent. Do you think you are superior than her now? Do you all think this is the way to end this, like you shitty attitude will go away?"

The crowd was deathly silent now, the weight of my words hanging heavy in the air.

Sunset looked at me with wide, tear-filled eyes. Her lips parted slightly, as if she wanted to say something, but no words emerged. Looking back at the audience, I let out a bitter laugh. "Do you know what? Okey, go ahead. Throw your rocks, but at me. Scream. Show what you are, show your pride but don't pretend it's about justice or doing the right thing. This is only about you all, about you showing that you are the same as sunset was"

I moved closer to them, my voice softer but no less strong. "If you believe this is what makes you a good person, you're really fucking ill in the head. And if you think I'm going to stand here and let you continue torment he,r you're fucking dead wrong."The group murmured with uncertainty and unease. The students gazed at one other, their earlier rage replaced with doubt... with fear.

Finally, someone in the back muttered, "Maybe we should just... leave."

They began to dissapear one by one, their vitality dwindling as my words took effect. Some of them lingered, hesitant, but the momentum was passed. When the last of them walked away, I took a trembling breath and returned my attention to Sunset. She sat on the ground with her arms tightly wrapped about herself and her face buried in her knees.

"W-why.... why did you do that? They are gonna hate you!," she mumbled, her voice muffled.

"I guess? They will who cares about them?" I said, kneeling beside her. "I told you i will show you the way right? That means i will protect you from those fuckers too".

She lifted her head slightly, her eyes red and puffy. "You didn't had to go that far for me ."

I shrugged, giving her a small, tired smile. "Nah i needed to get my nerves somewhere, and they got what they deserved"

For the first time, a faint, almost imperceptible smile tugged at her lips. "I.. you have no idea, how thankful i am for your kindness" she whispered, her voice barely audible.

I nodded, resting against the school's damaged wall, feeling the weight of everything land on me.. I dont know what will happen in the future, but I was not going to leave her to face it alone.

The faint sounds of approaching footsteps drew my attention. They were heavy, determined, and aggressive, in stark contrast to the girls delicate murmurs and the students' timid stride before. It felt as if my senses had stranghed. Maybe it was the pony magic still racing through me, or maybe I was just on edge from everything that had transpired.

I didn’t need to turn around to know who it was.

Flash Sentry.

His footsteps got louder, closer... I could feel the weight of his stare on me. Before I could grasp what was going on, he was standing behind me, his hand balled into a fist.He did not hesitate. His arm lunged at me, aiming for my face just as previously. Something was different this time, though. My instincts kicked in, and before I realized it, I was moving. Dodged to the side, dodging his punch with surprising speed and precision.

Not this time asshole , Its your bad day. This time, I’m ready.

Without thinking, I grabbed his arm, twisting it just enough to put him off balance, and hauled him to the ground in one rapid action. Flash landed with a dull thud, his expression filled with shock and rage as he stared up at me. For a brief moment, everything was still. He whispered something under his breath, too low for me to hear. His frustration was palpable. He was not used to losing control, and he certainly wasn't used to being the one on the ground.

“You done?” my voice calm. I wasn’t looking for a fight—not with him, not with anyone. But I wasn’t going to stand there and take it, either.

Flash jaw tightened, and his hands clenched into fists again as he rose to his feet. I expected he'd attempt something else, but instead he focused on Twilight. He walked up to her, his shoulders rigid and his movements quick. He leaned in close and murmured something into her ear, his tone frantic and low. Twilight's demeanor changed, her brows furrowed as she listened.

Then, slowly, she shook her head.

Her answer was clear—whatever he had said, whatever he had wanted from her, it wasn’t going to happen. Flash stepped back, his face contorted with frustration. He turned to face me, his eyes filled with rage and something else I couldn't place—hurt, perhaps, or envy. He didn't say anything, but the way he stared at me told volumes. He used a quick kick to send a loose boulder rolling across the ground. The clang rang through the tense calm as he turned on his heel and walked back toward the school, his strides hard

"OOOOOOH someone got dumped, hehe he got folded 2 times today" i thought to myself, as I watched him leave. There was relief, yes, but also a deep, lingering grief. Flash wasn't truly my enemy. He was simply... lost in all of this, attempting to make sense of a situation that none of us completely understanded.

Twilight walked over to me, her eyes filled with concern. “Are you okay?” she asked softly.

"Yeah i think im fine". although my hands were still quivering slightly from the adrenaline. But as I peered behind her and saw the fading figure of Flash disappearing into the school, I couldn't help but question if any of us were genuinely fine today. Flash was gone, but I wasn’t alone. I felt a small, hesitant presence behind me, and as I glanced over my shoulder, I saw her.

Sunset. She had been there the entire time, softly cowering behind me like a terrified kid seeking protection. Her expression a mix of remorse, terror, and something I couldn't quite describe. I reached out impulsively and gently patted her on the head. It was a modest gesture, but it felt appropriate. She flinched slightly at first, then relaxed, the strain in her shoulders lessening a little. "Su-"

Before I could say anything, Twilight’s voice broke the moment.

“Oh no,” she gasped, her wide eyes darting up to the sky. “The time!” I followed her gaze, confused. “What time?” I asked, frowning.

She didn't respond right away. Instead, she bent down and picked up the crown that was lying on the ground. As the sunset saw it, I felt her tense behind me. Her hands abruptly seized the back of my suit, her nails driving into my skin with unexpected ferocity.

I didn’t flinch. I didn’t say a word. Let her have her moment, this was the thing that made her some kind of she-female monster or something who cares.

Twilight stood there, holding the crown tightly, her expression a mix of determination and melancholy. She gazed at me, her violet eyes filled with unshed tears. Like she has a lot to say to me but doesn't have the time. “The portal,” she said softly. “It’s going to close soon, I only have minutes left.”

Her words hit me like a lighting bolt... for a moment, I couldn’t breathe.“What?” I managed to choke out. “Portal? Close? What do you mean doesnt it stay open??”

Twilight moved closer, her expression softening into something more personal. She stretched out and drew me into a hug, her arms closing tightly around me. It didn't seem like a friendly hug, it felt deeper. I froze, caught off guard, but then I felt it her warmth, her sincerity.And something else. Even the smell of her hair, no no no no thats weird.

I could feel her tears on my shoulder. “I must go now,” she whispered, her voice trembling. “I want to stay here longer with the girls, with you... But the portal only opens every thirty moons. If I don’t leave now…”

She didn’t finish the sentence. She didn’t have to.

The weight of her words seeped in, and I understood what she meant. She was leaving. Not just the school, not just me—the entire planet. Twilight moved back slightly, just enough to gaze at me. She said, her voice steady despite the tears flowing down her cheeks. “I’ll will be back, i swear i wont leave you guys for forver.” she said, her voice firm despite the tears streaming down her face. “In thirty moons, I promise. But right now, I need you to stay strong. For them. Protect them, like you did today”

She glanced over at the girls—Rainbow Dash, Applejack, Rarity, Fluttershy, and Pinkie Pie—who were standing together, their faces a mix of pride and heartbreak.

She stepped away from me, turning to the others. One by one, she hugged each of them, whispering words I couldn’t hear.

Rainbow Dash tried to play it cool, but her usual bravado cracked as she hugged Twilight fiercely, blinking rapidly to hide the tears. Rarity dabbed at her eyes with a handkerchief, her lip quivering as she clung to Twilight like she might never let go. Applejack nodded stoically, but even she couldn’t keep her voice steady as she whispered her goodbye. Pinkie Pie was sobbing openly, clutching Twilight tightly and promising to throw the biggest party ever when she came back.

Finally, Twilight turned to Sunset.

The silence was deafening.

Sunset looked up at her slowly, her expression a mix of dread, and embarrassment. Twilight didn't say anything. She simply took a step forward and threw her arms around Sunset, drawing her into an embrace. Sunset froze, her eyes wide with surprise. Slowly, hesitantly, she raised her arms and hugged Twilight. Her face collapsed, and she burst into tears—deep, agonizing sobs that seemed to rock her entire body. "I hope I'll see you safe too, i will come back and see how you are doing, and remember you have a little guardian by your side. " Twilight smiled pointing at me , i tried to look like someone who didn't hear anything but my blushing cheecks must have gave my disguise away

Sunset nodded, unable to speak.

As Twilight pulled away, she looked back at all of us one last time.

“Goodbye,” she said, her voice barely a whisper. “Take care of each other.”

And with that, she turned and began walking toward the portal. I wanted to stop her. I wanted to yell at her "No, dont leave, please, but she had to, this wasn't her word, i and she knew she had to go..."

She stepped into the portal, which shimmered, and suddenly she vanished.The resulting silence was deafening, and for a few while, none of us moved. I looked at Sunset, who was still looking down on the ground with her head lowered. The girls stood together, their expressions a mix of sadness and determination.

Everyone was aware that it was a huge night. Despite all that had happened, the Fall Formal was still going on, and the gym was alive with activity. While everything wasn't perfect, the celebration went on with a spirit of unity and commitment. I stood with the girls outside, the chilly night air caressing across my skin as I looked at the gym's glowing windows. Laughter and music burst forth, a bittersweet memory of what the night should have been.

“You should all go,” I said softly, looking at them.

“What? What do you mean go, no way!” Rainbow Dash crossed her arms. “We’re not leaving you here not after what you did.”

The others nodded in agreement, but I raised my hands, stopping them. “girls listen to me, you deserve to have your fun, after everything that happened”

“But what about you?” Fluttershy asked, her voice barely above a whisper.

“I’ll be good, i just need to rest a little .” I assured them, offering a small smile. Besides…” I glanced at Sunset, who was standing a few steps behind me, looking lost and unsure. “i've got a company and a lot to talk about with her.”

The girls exchanged hesitant glances, but eventually, Rarity stepped forward. “Are you absolutely certain, darling?”

“ Yes, go. Make the rest of the night, remember it”

Reluctantly, they agreed. They rushed to hug me one by one before departing to the gym, their expressions still tinted with dread. As they disappeared inside, the night became quieter, and I focused my attention on Sunset. She was staring at the ground with her arms curled about herself. Then me and sunset looked at Principal Celestia and Vice Principal Luna emerging from the shadows, their expressions combining authority and tiredness.

"Sunset Shimmer,” Celestia said, her tone firm but not unkind. “Me and Vice-Principal luna decided about your punishment for yours action today”

Sunset looked up at them, her face pale.

“We’re giving you a chance to redeem yourself ,” Luna added, holding out a broom . “You’ll be responsible for cleaning up the mess you made.”

Sunset hesitated for a moment, then stepped forward and took the broom. Her hands trembled as she gripped it.

Celestia’s gaze softened. “This is only the beginning, Sunset. Redemption takes time. But it’s not impossible.”

With that, the two principals turned and went away, leaving Sunset and me alone. I watched her stand there with the broom in her hands and her head down low. Despite her actions, I couldn't help but feel sympathy for her.

“I guess it could be worse right?,” I said, trying to lighten the mood.

She looked up at me, her eyes filled with a mix of shame and gratitude.

“I’m... sorry,” she murmured, her voice barely audible.

I nodded, offering her a small smile. “I know sunset. I know” And with that, the chapter of my life ended, the night still heavy with the weight of what had been lost and what had been gained.

Author's Note

Woah i had a lot of fun and put a lot i mean a lot of emotion in this chapter, i did my best to motivate main characters reasons, he was outcast betreyed, lost almost anything in his life he dont want to see something happening to anyone, even someone like sunset shimmer, he gave her a hand that the main 6 once gave him, but that still makes some things unexplained right? why did he pony up? who was that boy? what are the dreams his having? Everybody will make sense in the futere. this and chapter before was 1 chapter but i decided to make it two, cuz too much words it like 1 season ended i hope you guys liked it, as i said at beggining of this series this is literally my first fanfic i never wrote anything so there are things you maybe dont like but dont hesistate and point them to me i want to change first 3 chapters i got some experience i think? anyway cheers