From within Princess Twilight Sparkle’s Castle of Friendship, the Mane 7, plus Spike and Starlight Glimmer, were all gathered at the library, where the magic mirror that leads to Canterlot High stands. They all heard the news of Starlight’s interview of Team Furious and wanted to be the first to meet and greet them in person, and ask them so many questions. As the ponies were waiting patiently for Sunset Shimmer and the team, Princess Twilight began to speak.
“Well, everypony, I’m sure you all heard everything in Starlight’s report from Canterlot High, and this Team Furious seems like they need our help to solve something more than just a friendship problem.”
“But, what ah’ don’t understand is how they suddenly got some kind of magic when they first appeared there.” Applejack questioned.
“Or that we’re fictional characters in their world.” Rainbow Dash added. “I mean, I can understand that Daring Do is fictional, but if there is another character that’s just like her, I wouldn’t know which one is the real thing!”
“I wonder what else is there, that could be fictional?” Fluttershy pondered.
“Well, I’m sure they have their own beliefs, and so do we,” said Rarity, confidently, "but right now, they need us to help solve their problems.”
Then, Pinkie Pie let out a squeal, surprising everypony. “I’m suddenly feeling all ‘nervicited’ again!” She gave both a happy/nervous expression, which her friends rolled their eyes.
“Still not a real word, Pinkie.” Applejack blandly said.
Suddenly, the mirror’s mechanisms began to work its magic, and the Mane 7 and Spike were surprised by it.
“Okay, everypony, stand clear. They’re coming.” Princess Twilight directed.
As they all stood a few inches from the mirror, the first one to come out fell onto the floor. It was an amber unicorn, with red and yellow mane and tail, with satchel bags around her. It was Sunset Shimmer. As she recovered, she was greeted by her Equestrian friends.
“Hey, girls! How are things here?” Sunset asked.
“Everything’s pretty much normal here,” said Starlight. “Everypony in here has listened to my report of Team Furious. We all want to see them, right girls?” The Mane 6 nodded, but then Spike looked at the mirror.
“So, where are Team Furious?” Spike asked. “I though they were coming.”
Then, right on que, something caught the whole gang’s attention, as a human was shot out of the mirror, then another, and another, until all six dizzy humans were all on the floor. Team Furious are, officially, in Equestria. The mane 6 were in awe, as if they have never seen human beings before, except Princess Twilight. But what confused her, Sunset, and Starlight, was that Team Furious were supposed to be turned into ponies upon enter Equestria, since this is a world of talking mythical creatures. It was rather strange, to them, to say the least. Team Furious were just recovering from the trip inside the mirror, and stood up to see eight ponies, and a baby dragon, looking at them with surprised and perplexed glances.
“Uh...hi?” Charlie greeted, nervously. Sunset chuckled.
“That’s the same thing he said when we first met.”
At this point, everypony, and everybody, didn’t know how to respond. But, to Charlie’s surprise, Pinkie appeared next to him and quickly shook his hand.
“Hi, Charlie! Welcome to Equestria! I’m Pinkie Pie, and this is Twilight, Rainbow Dash, Fluttershy...”
“Uh, Pinkie?” Rainbow interrupted. “They already know us. Remember?”
Pinkie was a little slow to remember, but then she giggled. “Oh yeah! I remember now.”
“It’s okay, Pinkie.” Charlie smiled. “It is a pleasure to meet all of you.”
"The pleasure's all ours, mister," Applejack tipped her hat, "but we're still a little unsure about this whole 'fictional' thing, so let's just keep it to ourselves, until the time is right."
Team Furious nodded, in agreement. If the ponies of Ponyville heard of this so soon, they would think that these "two-legged creatures" were crazy.
"Noted." Rachael simply said.
"So, could you introduce yourselves, please?" asked Princess Twilight, innocently.
"Oh, right." Charlie's cheeks blushed, as he introduced himself and his friends. The ponies asked them many questions about their world, what they do there, and what is a human, to which Team Furious answered to the best they could. Sunset walked up to them. "Well, you guys, what do you think of this place?"
Team Furious looked all around the library. There was so many books, the walls were made of crystals, and they could see the mirror, with all the magical mechanisms it was attached to.
"It's really beautiful in here," said Bobby. "We've never seen a crystal castle before; let alone an actual castle back home."
'But aren't you all supposed to be ponies?" Princess Twilight changed the subject. "Whenever I go through this mirror, I change from a pony into a... whatever you guys are, and vise versa."
"Yeah." Sunset agreed, "The mirror should change any living thing, that comes through, into either a pony, dragon, or anything else that lives here."
Team Furious looked at each other, to see that they are still human. There are no human beings living in Equestria, and humans don't have magic to defend themselves and fight. But, with their new-found magic, perhaps they could stand a chance against the forces of evil, and maybe against Queen Chrysalis herself. But, getting back to the question, they didn't know what could keep them as they are now.
"I think the word you're looking for is human, Princess," said Charlie, "and we don't know why we're still humans. I guess it's because of where we came from. It's kinda' like Canterlot High, but very different in its own way."
"And you said that your world doesn't have magic?" asked Rarity.
"Nope, and we like to keep it that way." Rachael crossed her arms. "I've seen enough secret agent movies to know that any government agency would love to experiment anything they could get their hands on, for the good of mankind. But in the end, it would be catastrophic for the whole world."
"I agree," Charlie nodded, "and we need to get back home soon to stop Chrysalis, before that happens."
"Well, I'm sure we, and the Princesses, would help you in any way we can," Twilight assured, then she turned to Sunset, "but I don't know if you two want to see each other again."
"Who?" Sunset asked, but then her expression into a nervous look. "...oh." Princess Twilight was, of course, referring to Princess Celestia, Sunset Shimmer's old mentor, who she betrayed years ago. Sunset was indeed a little tense to face her again, after she ran away from her studies for so long. The Mane 7, Spike, and Team Furious could see the resentment in her eyes, but Charlie stood next to her side and smiled.
"Just remember what I've said, Sunset. You'll be fine."
Sunset nodded her head. "Thanks."
Then, Starlight also stood next to Sunset. "Don't worry. Whatever happens, we'll be right by your side." Everybody, and everypony gathered around Sunset, to show that they all care about her, and she was very grateful when they did. Her eyes began to shed tears again.
"Thank you, guys. All of you." Sunset whispered. She wiped her tears away, as she was ready to see her mentor again. "Let's go."
Soon, the whole gang were walking down the castle halls to the front doors, as Team Furious was given a small tour, and they were fascinated to look at the many rooms the castle has. With their own eyes, the team have seen some rooms, items, and even some books they've read, that weren't depicted in the TV show of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. As they all finally walked out of the castle, they stopped to see it outside, and they were very fascinated. The castle was a giant crystalized tree, with a few balconies, and a banner, and from their perspective, it looked like a skyscraper.
"Impressed, huh?" asked Princess Twilight. Team Furious were still in amazement, so they only nodded their heads. Twilight gave a little chuckle, as they continued their way to Ponyville's train station. Along the way, the ponies of Ponyville caught the sight of the strangely dressed "creatures" walking on two legs through the streets. Team Furious were a little embarrassed at first, as they saw some of the ponies secretly talking to each other. The team of teenagers all smiled and waved hello to the townsponies, and seeing as they are friendlies here, they all waved back.
"I guess they've never seen a human being before, or a two-legged creature, right?" asked Charlie quietly, to Princess Twilight.
"Well, I don't really know about the human part," replied Princess Twilight, "but there are some two-legged creatures that live in Equestria, but they live far away from here, and I don't know if some of them wear clothes like you." Charlie simply agreed.
A few moments later, the group boarded a train to Canterlot, and the train ride wasn't that far from it. While they were talking and having a good time, Spike wanted to know about Team Furious' magic. He got up from his seat and sat next to Charlie. "So, Starlight reported that you guys have some kind of magic inside of you. But you said that you've never had magic in your world. How come it just came to you guys when you went to Canterlot High?"
Charlie was quick to answer. "Well, to be honest, I don't know how it did, or whether it is magic or super-advanced technology. When we were all staying with Sunset's friends in Canterlot High, we've discovered our special abilities, except me." The mane 7 were all confused of what Charlie said.
"What do you mean except you, Charlie?" asked Fluttershy.
"You see, when Sunset's friends and mine were at the house of the human version of Twilight, she has a little device that can read any magic from anybody that has some within themselves. Do you still have it, Sunset?" The ponies turned to Sunset, who pulled out the Spectrometer from her satchel, via her magic.
"Here it is." Sunset answered. The Mane 7 and Spike were all in awe by the little purple device they are seeing. "This is a Spectrometer, which Twilight used to scan Charlie's friends. Then, it displays all the info on a..."
Over the next two minutes, Charlie and Sunset described how the Spectrometer worked, and what Team Furious', minus Charlie, special abilities were, which the Mane 7 were all surprised to hear. They have never heard of any creature that can use those kinds of power. Suddenly, the train's whistle sounded off, and everybody looked out their windows, to see the magnificent kingdom of Canterlot approaching towards the horizon.
"Well," said Princess Twilight, "we're here, everypony, and everybody."
Just then, Sunset's other satchel began to buzz, and she pulled Princess Twilight's journal, which she let Sunset use while she's in Equestria, to find Rarity's message written down, asking her how was everything when they all passed through the portal. Sunset expected that the other Rainbooms put her in charge of writing back to her. While the others were all looking out the windows, Sunset pulled out a quill and began to answer back to her friends.
Back in Canterlot City, at Pinkie Pie's house, the Rainbooms were looking at Sunset's answer on her journal. She wrote that she and Team Furious were on the train to Canterlot, and are doing fine. Sunset then asked how were things back in Canterlot High. Rarity wrote down about her '69 Mustang Boss, and Team Furious' cars, had disappeared when they all crossed over to Equestria. In a few seconds, Sunset's message was written in a worried tone.
What?! How is that suppose to happen?! Are you telling me that our cars are gone FOREVER?!?!
The Rainbooms could only wonder whether Sunset was very worried or frustrated, so while they rubbed their necks, Rarity tried to assess the situation.
I don't think they're really gone, darling. Maybe once you and Team Furious come back again, they will reappear where they were. So, tell us, did you find out about Charlie's abilities yet? They all watched the page for Sunset's reply.
Not yet. We're going to do that after we meet up with the princesses. Hopefully, they will understand about this whole thing. Although, I wish you guys could come with us, then you could see what Equestria has to offer. I'll write back to you soon. We've just arrived.
All they could do was to smile, about Sunset wishing that they came along and see her world. Suddenly, Pinkie Pie burst through the door, with six boxed of pizzas in her hands.
"So girls, while we wait for Sunset and the others to get back, who's up for a pizza party?!" Pinkie exclaimed, with a big grin on her face.
The Mane 7, Spike, Sunset Shimmer, and Team Furious were walking up to the main castle, and they all stopped in front of the Royal Guards, asking them if they can see the Royal Sisters for an important meeting. The guards allowed them to pass, and they all continued their way down the long hall, until Princess Twilight motioned them to stop. They arrived in front of a set of closed doors that leads to the Royal Sisters' throne room.
"Okay, this is it," said Princess Twilight. "The Princesses are behind these doors, waiting for us. So, I think our new guests should wait here with Starlight, until Sunset can make amends with Princess Celestia." Team Furious all understood of what the princess meant, and agreed to wait for her signal. "Okay, Sunset... let's go."
Sunset gulped, as Twilight opened the doors, to reveal Princess Celestia, Princess Luna, and Princess Cadence all waiting for them to enter. As the two ponies walked slowly towards the waiting Royals, Princess Celestia opened her wings widely, and Sunset grew nervous with every step, seeing the princess's hard glare. Princess Twilight, on the other hoof, smiled nervously, as they finally stopped in front of the princesses.
"Sooo, Princess Celestia," Twilight laughed, nervously, "you'll never guess who's back. Actually, maybe you can guess, 'cause she's right here, but umm..."
But Princess Celestia just kept glaring at Twilight and Sunset. Team Furious, the Mane 5, Starlight, and Spike heard Twilight's conversation, and they all slapped their foreheads. Obviously, she wasn't making things any better.
"Am I helping?" Princess Twilight whispered to Sunset. Sunset took a deep breath, and stepped towards the princess.
"Princess Celestia," Sunset began, "the last time we saw each other, I was your snide little pupil who betrayed and abandoned you."
"I wouldn't' have said it that way!" Twilight said to herself, and cleared her throat. "What Sunset means to say is..." Sunset raised her right hoof to cut Twilight off.
"I mean that I come before you a changed pony," Sunset continued, "humbly asking for forgiveness, guidance, and knowledge."
Upon hearing her speech, Princess Celestia lowered her wings, and walked closely up to Sunset Shimmer, not changing her glare. Sunset was really anxious at this point, and she decided that maybe she shouldn't have come to Canterlot to see her mentor. "Or I can just go, and you'll never have to see me again." However, Princess Celestia placed a hoof on Sunset's chin, raised her head, and surprisingly, she smiled warmly.
"I've missed you, Sunset Shimmer," said Princess Celestia.
Sunset Shimmer didn't expect that to happen, even after so long. But she smiled back anyway, and began to cry tears. "I-I'm so sorry."
As they both kept smiling, they embraced each other in a hug, filled with happiness in their hearts, while Princess Twilight let out a small squeal and a big grin. Meanwhile, Team Furious, the Mane 5, Starlight, and Spike were so relieved that the princess and Sunset had made up, and can put the past behind them. Then, they heard Twilight clear her throat again and calling for her friends. The Mane 5, Starlight, and Spike approached to Twilight, while Team Furious stayed behind.
"Now, as we all know of Starlight's recent report," Princess Twilight turned to the princesses, "there are some very important guests that have some unusual magic, or abilities, inside of them, that need help saving their world from Queen Chrysalis. And not only that, they are waiting outside the doors. They are called Team Furious, and I think you'll be surprised of what they look like, in Sunset's world, and theirs."
"Of course, Twilight." Princess Celestia agreed. "These guests must be worried sick about their homes and families right now. We'd be happy to help them." Princess Luna stepped alongside her sister.
"And we will try to come up with a solution to bring Chrysalis to justice." Princess Luna put in.
"One more thing," said Sunset Shimmer, "these guys are also street racers, which means they love racing. I'm sure they'll explain about that."
"Then, by all means, let them in." Princess Celestia announced.
Princess Twilight and Sunset waved their hooves towards the open door, giving the signal to the waiting teenagers to come inside. The team took deep breaths and they all walked through the doorway, and into the throne room, with pride and honor. When they first got a good look of the team of humans, the Royal Princesses' eyes grew wide with wonder. Twilight, Sunset, and the others all smiled with joy, looking at Team Furious coming through with grace and joy. Once they came close enough to the princesses, Team Furious stopped and Charlie began to greet them.
"Your highnesses," said Charlie, then they all bowed down. "It's an honor to meet you all."
The Royal Princesses were a little speechless at first, but then Celestia gave a little giggle, then she calmed down.
"Team Furious, you don't have to bow before us. You are all the guests of honor here. Welcome to Equestria."
With that being said, the princesses, the Mane 7, Spike, Sunset, and even the guards in the room, bowed before Team Furious. Now they were the ones who were speechless.
"Wow, princess," David gasped, "w-we don't know what to say, really." Soon, everypony stood up right again, and Princess Celestia just smiled.
"Oh, it's quite alright, my friend. Now, please state your names, your occupations, and what is it that you need help with."
A few moments later, Team Furious introduced themselves again, explained what they do for a living, and told what exactly happened when Queen Chrysalis first appeared in Los Angeles, as well as what Starlight told them about how she was the one who accidently used a spell to bring them to Canterlot High, and Chrysalis to their city. They also told them about their abilities, and how Charlie was the only one who they couldn't find out about his abilities. The princesses took in all of the information, and they came up with an idea.
"I suppose the spell, that Starlight unintentionally cast, only last for one week," Princess Luna began explaining, "however, there is another way to send you all home, without waiting for those days to pass, and to use it whenever you like."
"There is?" asked Rachael.
"Yes. But we will need to tap into your new magic, in order to prepare yourselves for the fight of your lives against the former changeling queen."
"Queen Chrysalis is the most powerful and villainous enemy we had ever faced against. Believe me, I know." Princess Cadence added in. "And if she can change into a human being, like yourselves, and cast a hypnotizing spell over the citizens of your home world, it could be disastrous."
"Unfortunately, we can't come along with you to your world, since we must protect Equestria from any threat as well." Princess Celestia said, sadly. "But, we can train you to battle using your abilities, so that you may stand a chance against her. But, like Luna said, we need to see what you can do."
"We understand, princess." Sam nodded. "But we don't know how to use our magic. Everypony here can use magic, but humans normally don't."
"Well," Sunset pondered, "we have just discovered, back in Canterlot High, that you guys can use your abilities with your minds and hands. Maybe you can use them both to summon them and fight."
At first, Team Furious didn't understand what she meant, until they remembered of when Sci-Twi read the information form the Spectrometer.
"I get it now." Charlie smiled. "We'll just think of our magic, and use our hands, as if we are using our imaginations, to fight. You guys up for it?" The others cheered in agreement.
"Then, it's all settled." Princess Celestia spoke aloud. "We will train with you, and we will send you back to your world to fight Queen Chrysalis."
"But, what about the Rainbooms back in Canterlot High?" asked Lily. "We can't just leave them out of the fun!"
"Don't worry, Lily." Sunset replied. "I wouldn't want to go without them either. This involves my friends, too."
"Are you sure, Sunset?" asked Princess Cadence.
Sunset nodded, as she told the princesses of how Team Furious gave her, and her friends cars to drive on the streets. The Royal Princesses were then confused of the cars Sunset mentioned.
"What are these cars you speak of?" asked Princess Luna. Charlie raised his right hand, getting her attention.
"I'll show you."
Charlie tapped on his right wrist, to bring up a holographic screen, and he tapped on the "Garage" icon, and immediately showed his '70 Charger spinning slowly in a 360 degree onscreen. Everypony gasped in amazement when they witnessed all of this.
"This is my car, the 1970 Dodge Charger." Charlie explained. "It's basically a metal carriage on four wheels, with many important mechanical, and electrical components installed, that we humans use to avoid traveling long distances on foot. Mainly by using them for racing wherever we go."
"Fascinating." Princess Luna simply said.
"And by using these options on this screen, we've been able to modify any ordinary street car into a customized racing machine, and bring them to life. That's how we gave Sunset and the Rainbooms their own cars."
"Also, before all of this happened, my friends and I have been solving magic problems, and have been put in danger a few times before," said Sunset. "So, I think we'll need them by our side, if we're going to save Los Angeles, Team Furious' home."
The princesses understood the importance of her friends' involvement in this mission, and Princess Celestia was very proud of Sunset finally learning the importance of friendship.
"Well, I think we've learned enough of this great experience," Princess Celestia announced, "so let's get Team Furious ready for training, shall we?" Everypony looked towards Team Furious, who looked ready than before.
"We're ready." Charlie said, boldly.