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// Revelations 
// Story: A past long forgotten and Hope for the future. 
// by zero504 
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Guest Bedroom (Max's)

The next few days were a busy one for me. Soon, my week in Canterlot would be up. 4 more days left till I head to Ponyville and I still had so much left to do and prepare for. So let's recap shall we? First of all, it turns out I have been in Equestria before. I was 5 years old at the time. To make things more interesting it turns out that I had a brother I didn't even know I had. Oh yeah, I also somehow still have the Magic he gave me too. Oh, and to top it all off, I never knew any of this cause of a powerful Memory spell. Talk about a total meltdown. I feel like I am on a Roller Coaster of emotions right now. But I can't help but be happy and positive.

The princesses and I did some bonding over the last few days, and trust me those two are hilarious to hang around with. I even helped Luna and Celestia play pranks on one another. Needless to say, Discord showed up and made things even more chaotic and fun. I had a blast, That was until Discord had mentioned I had been playing both sides. Let's just say the results were interesting to say the least. I ended up having pink hair and ended up wearing a dress. I looked absolutely ridiculous. The girls and Discord couldn't stop laughing. Even the staff was filled with mirth. Heck, even though I was embarrassed I couldn't help but laugh.

Later on though, I was changed back to normal. The Princesses had a lot of fun with me. Heck I even made fun of myself by courtseying. At least I went along with the gag. Normally, I would be pretty peeved off about this whole scenario, but I found myself being more open and accepting of the things that were happening.

Not everything was all fun and games though, Celestia decided to let Luna teach me about Magic in general. Luna was thorough. In the end, I managed to memorize the entire beginner's spell book. My Magic however, was weak and feeble. It turned out as far as magical power goes, I was just as weak as the youngest unicorn. Though I had more Magical energy then most. It was alicorn Magic, yet I still wasn't able to fully fathom my powers. When manifesting my magic, the Aura that I cast was gold. I remembered the feeling well, when I cast the spell. I definitely felt very tingly. When Luna saw my Aura, she smiled warmly.


After that, Magic became somewhat easier with me. Still, some part of me really needed to practice. So, on the third day, I found myself in the Royal Library, preparing to do some studying of my own. While Luna and Celestia dealt with their respective duties, I decided to do some research. Most of my research however, consisted of me learning the History of Equestria, as well as it's respective races and beliefs. Since I knew it would be important to deal with all sorts of races here besides Equines, I took to the task like a bee to honey. 

Royal Library

Of course, I also took the time to research spells. I found a few interesting ones, which I noted for later. More specifically, a spell for a Magical Construct. Now, if your thinking a Magical Construct is like a golem, think again. Magical Constructs can be any type of object or thing. True, it has a sentient mind and will obey your commands, just like a golem. But I soon found out that you could even make weapons using this technique of Magic. I found that to be interesting. 

(Of course your thinking, Oh let's make a powerful weapon that destroys Equines and anything that I can come across. I mean after all that would be OP right? Oh ye of little faith. Let's just say that the weapon I want to create would be for protection, and to help others, should the need arise. I am no monster. I wouldn't want to hurt anypony or any living creature. However, that doesn't mean I am not capable of doing harm. I do have morals.)

I had finished taking notes on the different Races and such, and to be honest, I was pretty darn proud of myself. I don't usually toot my own horn as much as I would like. I do my best to stay humble, or attempt too. I wondered if Twilight would like the research I was doing. I shrugged. Twilight held a high standard, and I hoped I could make a good impression later. Soon, it was time for dinner. I headed of course to the Royal Dining Room.

Dinner was prepared, there was some delicious fare here. Mainly the vegetarian and hay variety. Of course, I was determined to at least try something hay related. Though, I hoped it wouldn't bug my stomach. Hay casserole was on the table, I noticed. Celestia smiled knowingly. "I thought you would like to try this out, Max." She said. I ate some of the hay casserole. I thought, "Not too bad, though it isn't exactly what I expected it to be." Celestia and Luna chuckled. I had some soup and salad as well. Soon the meal was completed, and dessert soon followed.

After all of us were well fed and watered, We retired to the Living area. There we discussed our day and of course I presented my notes to Luna and Celestia. Both princesses were impressed of my dedication to the research topic. Celestia said, "Max this is very good work. I know Twilight would be proud. I know me and my Sister are as well." "Perhaps I can come up with another subject for you tomorrow." I spoke up and then said, "Sounds like a good idea, I don't want to get too bored. And If it helps me get used to Equestria, I am all for it." 

Soon, we all retired to our Bedrooms. Thanks of course to both Luna's and Celestia's efforts, they had provided me new clothing as well as new nightwear. The Sun and the Moon pajamas respectfully. Tonight I wore the Moon pajamas. I looked outside and noticed the beautiful sky over Canterlot. Stars as far as you could see, and of course the Moon shining brightly. Of course I was amazed. Luna always did beautiful work.

Journey to the Heart/Soul Sanctuary

Settling in for the night, I counted to myself. 3 more days after this, then I can spend time with my friends. That night however, turned out to be something I would never forget. My consciousness had somehow been transported somewhere. I found myself in a somewhat furnished room. On one side of the room showed a window. I checked it out only to see what looked like the Solar System. "Odd, Why is that in a window I wonder?" I thought.

However, that was nothing compared to what was sitting on the couch. It was Me. Yet for some reason it felt as if it were different, like I was viewing an illusion. "About time you showed up here, Max. I was beginning to think you had forgotten about me. Do you seriously think I would let you forget about your Big Brother?" He said. I was dumbfounded. There was no way it was possible, was it? "Search your feelings young one, for you know it's true." He said. "OK, that was corny even for me, Soaring Hope." I said jokingly.

He smiled a big grin and then He had transformed into his pony form. He looked a little taller and probably what you would expect for an Alicorn, yet the youth on his muzzle told a different story. "Max, you have no idea how long I have been wanting to see you, to tell you I never left you or abandoned you. To be with you once more." said Soaring. I ran over and gave him a hug. "I am so glad to know you are around, Soaring. I thought you had been taking away forever." I said happily.

"Funny thing, isn't it. You know when I died I had no clue that I would be here. But I guess my bond with you made it so. Looks like you can't get rid of me that easily." He said, as He pushed me playfully. "Well, I guess we are insperable. But anyways, I am still a tad confused as to why you are here, and come to think of it, where is Here anyways?" I asked.

"Welcome to your Heart or in this case Soul Sanctuary. This is where I have been for quite a while. Let me tell you something, Max you seriously need to get out more. I mean look at you, not only are you chubby, but you haven't got laid yet." "Oh wait, you did get laid, to my Sister no less, How was that by the way? " He smirked.

"Whoa, Not cool Bro. Since when were you such a big tease?" I asked. "Oh, I have always been like that Max, you just never knew because you hadn't spent that much time with me. Shame too, We could have had a lot of fun, and you would have maybe even got married and such. Besides I am you, more specifically the fun side." said Soaring. "Huh, How does that work? I mean no offense Bro, but your a pony, not a human. I thought I was in control here." I said.

"Oh you are in control, I don't take over unless it's absolutely necessary. You could say I complete you, in certain ways. Not to mention you technically have full reign over my Magic. So, you are still you. Though I will guide you if you ever need advice." He said. Then he continued, "I will never leave you. I am always here if you need help and advice. Also, I know my Sisters don't wish to tell you this yet, But I think you need to see something." He transported us.

We were transported somewhere strange and unique. There were swirling colors all around us. In the middle of this strange jumble of colors was something I recognized. If I was seeing, what I thought I was seeing, then I would have felt my mind would have blown up. "Wait, wait, wait!" I said. "Is this what I think it is?" He nodded, "Yes, Max it is the Crest of Hope." "It's the 7th Element and it resides over all the other 6 Elements. You could say it is a dominant Element." Soaring said, then continued. 

"It's your Element Max, and trust me It explains a lot. It takes a lot of Hope to deal with what you have dealt with, the Element used to belong to me till I lost it's power after I passed away, However, it's power rests within you. I no longer have it's power." "It's no coincidence, it went to you after my departure. You possessed many of my traits as well as my Magic." He sighed. "However, you have a long way to go before you can utilize it's power." Soaring said.

"There is some good news though, Since you share it's trait's it's power will manifest in different ways. I won't tell you How, or Why or When. But know that it's there." We were transported back to the Soul Sanctuary. "Max, I wish we could spend more time with each other, but it's not possible right now. Plus, there are things I need to do." "Another thing, that window you saw?, well it's Faust's Domain. Eventually, She will want to see you, so keep that in mind." He smiled warmly. We embraced each other. 

After that, I woke up again in my body. It was about 3 AM EST (Equestrian Standard Time) according to the clock next to my bedside table. I then got up and got some water. Then, went back to bed. At first, I thought I wouldn't be able to get back to sleep after that little Revelation. But sleep overtook me once more. Though my head may have been buzzing about these events. At least some of my fears and doubts had been removed. "3 more days to go", I sighed.