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// Chapter 2: Return to Equestria 
// Story: Homecoming 
// by Bahamut0 
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	The next morning, Burst woke up and texted Gold, Ace, and Sunset. It read: "Meet me and Moon at CHS. I think it's time we took a short trip." Burst smiled as the text was sent, and went to wake Nightmare up. "Wakey, wakey sleeping beauty." Nightmare's eyes slowly opened and she smiled at Burst.

"I take it today's that little surprise you had planned for me?", she asked as she stretched.

"Uh huh. I also decide to bring along Ace, Gold, and Sunset. Hope you don't mind, but I wanted the three of them in on this.", Burst replied.

"So what's the big surprise you have planned?", Nightmare asked.

"You'll find out once we get to CHS.", Burst said with a smile. "But before that, we'd better fuel up for the day." The two of them ate breakfast, got dressed, and were soon off to CHS. Once they arrived, Gold, Sunset, and Ace were waiting for them. "Glad you could all make it."

"So why'd you call us out here Burst?", Gold asked. "And why'd you ask to meet us at the statue?"

"Isn't it obvious? We're taking a trip to Equestria! Moon was a little homesick, so I figured a visit back to her home would do her some good. Also, it'll be coming back home for you two also.", Burst answered with a smile.

"So why invite me too?", Ace asked. "I don't see where I fit in."

Burst shook his head. "Ace. You're dating Sonata. A former siren from Equestria. I thought you might like to see her world."

"Oh. Then I'd better get her in on this action too!"

"Ace. Sonata won't be able to go back to Equestria.", Nightmare said sadly. "She didn't come here freely like Sunset or me. She and her family were banished." Ace's smile quickly vanished and was replaced with a frown. "HOWEVER. Maybe you can put in the word that she and her family have changed, and they've gotten a better life here. I'm sure Celestia and Luna would be willing to hear you out." Nightmare smiled warmly, and Ace's mood lifted a bit.

"Thanks Moon.", Ace said. 

"Well everyone, let's not delay any longer!", Burst said as he stepped through the portal and the others soon followed suit.