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// Epilogue- A Crystal Assembly 
// Story: Rainbow Rocks: Friendship Makes Magic 
// by ImNoPony 
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In the following weeks since the Battle of the Bands, everything was mostly peaceful and quiet. Things was a little bit uneasy with the sirens now attending and causing ruckus every now and then, but it wasn't anything too serious. Twilight Sparkle and the rest of her entourage was also enjoying their highschool like even though they still getting use to with their new magical abilities. Things were slowly changing and developing for Canterlot High but things are still enjoyable and safe.

However, on the other side of town, things aren't as carefree and spirited as they would like to be. Crystal Prep is a prestigious school that prides itself with its high reputation and its high academic scores. It also has high expectation on its students as only the smartest and the fittest are allowed to enrol there. While you would call Canterlot High a place to get good memories, Crystal Prep is a place where you aim to get high qualifications.

And today there is a special announcement for the students. In the main hall of the school building, the room was packed with students and chairs lining up for an important assembly. The room was also filled with loud noise of chatter as some were wondering what the assembly would be about. Meanwhile, other students didn't really care as much, prefer to do something productive or just listing to their music on their headphone. Meanwhile also was a girl by the name of Moon Dancer who felt isolated and alone within the sea of students.

Eventually, Dean Cadence (the vice principal of the school) appear on stage with a microphone. When the students hadn't notice her and continue talking, Cadence speak out loud through the speakers. "May I have you attention please?" she said and calmly and clearly as she can be. The Crystal Prep students stopped what they were doing and Cadence grabbed their focus. "Principal Cinch would like to make an announcement."

And with that, Principal Cinch walked on stage... along with a mysterious student who is covering their face with a hoodie. The crowd didn't know what is up with the person in the hoodie but they all know their principal. Cinch is the person who made Crystal Prep what it is today and the person that they all try to impress. She's the one who has the highest expectation on her student and makes sure all of them acts efficiently and brilliantly.

When Principal Cinch and the student was on centre stage, Cadence handed her the microphone and everyone's attention were on her. After clearing her voice, Cinch began her announcement to her student.

"Good morning everyone. I'm glad you made it here today. I'm sure some of you are aware of this but we are steadily approaching this year's Friendship Games."

And with that, all the students lost interest with the assembly. The "Friendship Games" is an annual event that they do with Canterlot High which they compete in several events. The reason because they aren't eager about it is because they have always win every year and slowly becomes boring onto them.

Upon seeing their reactions, Principal Cinch tells her students: "Yes, yes. I can see why you all might feel the games has become monotonous to your all and such-" 

"Yeah! That Because We Always Win!" one girl shouted out and causing the teens around her to laugh.

"Indigo Zap- You Are Spending This Afternoon In Detention!" said Cinch as she shouted out to her. Indigo still felt it was worth it

Getting things back on track, Principal Cinch explains to them: "However! Crystal Prep will always pride in itself with it high accomplishments and it's reputation. By not putting in the effort, you are welcoming in failure and poor results. Like always, I know you all would make your school proud and the students who will participate will get accolades from me and the rest of the school."

With their principal complementing them, they felt slight better about their games. They know they will win and achieve all of the rewards that they earn. So why not have a little fun when they do it. But as their spirits were getting high, Cinch reset the mood again when she says:

"But! What some of you may not be aware of is that one of you have transferred away; Twilight Sparkle."

At first the student were a little bit perplexed. Most of them didn't knew Twilight and for those who do saw no real point brining it up. But for Moon Dancer, this digging up an old wound for her. Hearing her name call out caused Moon Dancer to bring out a old photo that she has in her pocket where her and Twilight had won a science fair during their freshmen year. Turmoil emotions raging inside of her as she felt cold and bitter.

"Now I'm ok with miss Sparkle deciding to seek her education elsewhere. I was ok even when I knew which school she decided to go to. But that school which she decided to go to was Canterlot High and things are no longer ok!" Cinch explains: "Since the time that Twilight had moved there, I slowly began to notice a steady increase in activity going on over there. Their test scores are rising as well as their grades. Even their athletics are making a sharp improvement. It's like they are experience their own sort of a renaissance!"

Everyone was somewhat amazed when they heard all of that. They couldn't believe that one student from Crystal Prep, let alone one that they couldn't remember, could improve their rival school so much. Some of them were intrigued on how she made that happen.

"I know it seems ridiculous that one student did all of this, but wether or not it's true doesn't matter. Their results are slowly approaching ours and this can not happen... that's why I'm declaring we are having a new student."

With the mysterious student behind her getting more prominence, Principal Cinch explains: "I have been scouting for a new student that could fill the gap left by Twilight. One that got all the grades and skills that I want and improve our overall test scores. And fortunately, not only did I found one that met all of my expectation, but also far exceeding them. Let me introduce the newest member of Crystal Prep's curriculum."

The student then walks in front and all their eyes where on them. Suspense was in the air as they all were wondering what was underneath. The student pull back their hoodie... revealing a long red and yellow hair colour.

"Ladies and gentlemen, I would like you to meet: Sunset Shimmer!"

Sunset just smirks and says to all of them: "Hello everyone! How Are You All Doing Tonight!?"