//------------------------------// // The Long and Bizarre Time Coming // Story: Twilight’s Backstage Pass // by Lonely Fanboy48 //------------------------------// Sunset and Human Twilight take the Princess Of Friendship to where Microchips is performing. There’s about five stages in the whole festival separating from each other. With the amount of bands and solo players available, everyone who has their musical talent deserves their time to shine on stage. The girls arrived with people waiting to see the MC Dex FX to happen. They saw Microchips setting up his helmet that he’s going to be wearing soon. “You know, I really think Microchips looks really unique.” Princess Twilight commented while looking at Microchips. “What, is it because he’s interested in technology like I do?” Human Twilight asked. “It’s not that, it’s just surprising to see one of your classmates performing music. It’s really bizarre.” This made both Sunset and Human Twilight looked at the Princess, blinking with dumbfounded looks. “Bizzare? Why do you think that?” Sunset replied. This caused the princess to blush in embarrassment. “It’s not what you think, I just never understood music in this festival before.” Human Twilight remembered the time her counterpart preferred magic spells over science. While she was mad, it took her time to understand her princess friend lives in a world where there’s not a lot of advanced equipment whatsoever. “Twilight, unlike your world, there are so many alternatives when it comes to music.” Human Twilight taking it normally. “When you were gone, Sunset and her friends showed me so many genres of music since they have different tastes. For Microchips, he picked MC Dex FX because he probably grow up with that kind of music.” When Sunset can see what her friend is talking about, she decides to chime in. “She does make a point.” She placed her hand on Princess Twilight’s shoulder. “For me, I do have taste when it comes to music genres. I suggest you should talk to Microchips on what he feels.” Princess Twilight took the advice from her friends slowly so she can process. Microchips is one of the people she hasn’t met personally when she was away for so long. If she did meet him last year on the beach or back on the cruise, she might keep up on the societies of what this world contracted. She makes her way to Microchips who just finished working on his helmet. “Excuse me?” She called which caught Microchips attention. When he looked at her, he’s not really surprised to see two Twilight counterparts. “Hey, aren’t you Twilight’s princess friend from the cruise?” He asked. Princess Twilight made an awkward smile while her friends are behind her. “Yes, I assume you were on the cruise months ago right?” “Of course I was.” Microchips getting off the stage to meet the girls face to face. “Didn’t actually expect you to be around.” “Speaking of keeping up, your classmate is on the same road like your friend.” Sunset crossing her arms while raising her eyebrow, smiling. “Why am I not surprised?” Human Twilight smiling as well. Princess Twilight didn’t know where to say next since Microchips did remember what happened at the last two cruise vacations, although she still has a question for him. “Okay, I am curious…” She spoke in a respectful tone. “My friends told me that your doing your MC Dex FX performance.” “Yeah.” Microchips responded. “What do you feel about that?” Microchips never expected a question like that, especially from a princess and not his classmate from science class. “What do I feel? I feel more appreciated. Ever since I’ve heard of it, I did so many modifications on the helmet. The employees would pay me to not only work on my helmet, but also allow me to perform since they need a MC Dex FX player.” Princess Twilight became speechless with the idea of Microchips becoming a solo instrumental player. Not for too long, her human counterpart walked up by her side. “Yeah, I didn’t believe it either.” She replied. “So, you’re here to watch me perform?” “It was your classmate's offer she gave to us. Besides after you helped me during the school play last year, I think it’s fair to give you a chance.” Sunset smiled. Twilight’s classmate had never felt this happy to have one of her friends to watch him perform. “Thanks girls, you have no idea how much this means to me.” “Trust us, that’s what friendship needs.” Human Twilight giggled. Before Microchips gets on stage, he has something to say to the Princess Of Friendship. “By the way, maybe sometime tomorrow, can we do something together?” “Like what?” Princess Twilight blinked. “Like showing you what I designed? I brought some equipment just in case something bad happens.” “In case something bad happens?” “You know in case one of the bands or solo artists gets into a serious situation that they need help?” Sunset and Human Twilight didn’t know what to expect from one of their classmates. While they did went through a Time Loop thanks to PostCrush, they didn’t know anyone like Microchips to keep the festival’s schedule undamaged, which actually impressed Princess Twilight. “You mean like checking everywhere? That’s what I do back in Equestria.” She commented. “Is that what you do as a princess?” Microchips asked. “Actually it was before that. Please don’t let me explain what I do, Lyra and the others did that when they came over.” “Okaaaay!” Sunset breaking the conversation. “I think for the sake of our time, we should not cause another misunderstanding in Equestria, if you know what I’m talking about.” “It’s okay, I understand. Besides I have to get on stage now.” Microchips waste little time as he made his way to the back while grabbing his helmet. Sunset turned to Princess Twilight with an unamused expression on her face. “You know, you really need to keep your profile as a pony to yourself even if Microchips sneaked in Equestria.” “Sorry, I didn’t know what to say.” Princess Twilight scratched on the back of her head. “Then again, Microchips is always interested to the stuff he knows aren’t unlimited.” Human Twilight added. “At least you're going to know him more tomorrow. Nothing is going to ruin our day.” Princess Twilight would take those as compliments but at the same time, she doesn’t have a schedule for herself and she’s doing anything she can to keep her counterpart occupied. For the next two minutes, Microchips went on stage with his MC Dex FX helmet on. With tens of people watching him, he wasted little time as he waves his arms with sounds coming out from the speakers. His helmet showed sound beats which made his fans really excited. As for Princess Twilight, she was more than impressed. For this being the first time she’s listening to music in the Starswirl Festival, she really adores it for what kind of genre that’s coming out in the open. Even if it’s nothing but instrumental, she can’t wait what PostCrush has to deliver tonight and so does the other bands. Human Twilight and Sunset Shimmer are banging their heads at the beat of Microchips music and soon, Princess Twilight is slowly doing the same. Meanwhile, three grown adults arrive to join in on the MC Dex FX performance. Just before they bang their heads at the best of the music, they saw Twilight and Sunset in the crowd. “Hey Celestia and Luna, our students are over there.” Cranky Doodle pointed at the two girls. “Well what do you know, even our beloved students are joining in on the fun.” Luna smiled. “Right sister?” Her sister didn’t make a response whatsoever because what she’s seeing that’s in the middle of Twilight and Sunset, her eyes don’t lie. She saw another Twilight she remembered a long time ago before she transferred Twilight to Canterlot High. At first she thought that Twilight was a twin sister but ever since then, she never saw or heard of her. She was going to be serious, but today she had a great time with her sister and Cranky Doodle. A long time coming isn’t always bad in her book. “Sister?” Luna spoke again. Celestia didn’t respond again as she makes her way to the Twilights and Sunset from behind. She slowly walked up to the Princess Of Friendship as she placed both of her hands on her head. “Huh?” Princess Twilight opened his eyes when someone stopped her from enjoying the music. “Twilight Sparkle?” Celestia smiled. “It’s been a long time right?” Then Human Twilight and Sunset saw what’s going on as they stop dancing. They completely forgot that their princess friend didn’t talk to their principals after she left Canterlot High a while back. Princess Twilight became even more surprised since she remembered that Celestria and Luna also has their other selfs in this world. She turned around and saw Principal Celestia who giggled from her reaction. “You miss me?” “Uhhhh….” Princess Twilight paused that she and her counterpart are in front of an adult, who’s too smart to be fooled. “I can’t believe this is happening.” Sunset frowned. “What, are you two looking at a ghost?” Luna giggled. “No, but I didn’t think you would be at the next Starswirl Festival.” Human Twilight making an awkward smile. “Hey, adults like us deserve to have some freedom from work.” Cranky retorted. Principal Celestia is still smiling while Princess Twilight is speechless. “Don’t worry, you’re not in trouble. It’s just a relief that I finally meet you after all this time.” “Yeah, I remember you gave me my crown during the Fall Formal.” Princess Twilight replied. “Annnnd…..That was the last time we met until I headed home.” “It didn’t bother me, I can't remember all the students in Canterlot High.” “Okay but, you still recognize me after all this time?” “I thought you were Twilight’s twin sister.” This made not only Princess Twilight, but also Human Twilight blushed with the idea of being twins since they’re more than similar. “You don’t say?” Sunset grinned. “If I became a new student in Canterlot High and I saw two Twilights, I would think the same thing.” “Uh huh.” Both Human and Princess Twilight spoke with their faces turning red. This made Celestia, Luna and Cranky adore the reaction from the Twilights. “Well, if you really live in the neighborhood, it would be adorable to see what you two do together.” This caused the Twilights to smile while still blushing like crazy. “Can we please skip that topic!” Human Twilight screamed a little. “Yeah!” Princess Twilight added. “Okay okay, chillax.” Celestia said. “We’re only here just to enjoy the music and I can tell you want to enjoy yourselves as well. But I want a favor from you.” She pointed at the Princess Of Friendship. “What is it?” “Sometime tomorrow, can we have a conversation on the hills? Trust me, I won’t tell anyone about what's going on with you.” “Except us.” Luna rolling her eyes. Princess Twilight didn’t know what’s going to happen tomorrow. First Microchips wants to hang out with her and now Principal Celestia wants to talk to her. She’s relieved her profile in this world isn’t going viral, but now she has two things she has to do tomorrow. The pressure she’s dealing with is beginning to increase but at the same time, it’s not too much. “Celestia.” Princess Twilight spoke as her blush goes away. “If your really curious, I will do everything in my knowledge to fill you in. Your right, it’s been a long time since we talk to each other and…” “I assigned you as a student?” Celestia guessed. “OH! I forgot about that!” The princess reacted. Sunset doesn’t want Princess Twilight to go through more pressure as she steps in. “I think maybe you should give us some space. She needs to think about your conversation for the next twenty-four hours.” “No problem. Enjoy the festival.” Principal Celestia smiled as she, her sister and Cranky Doodle went to the other side of the crowd to enjoy the MC Dex FX music. “Are you feeling alright Twilight?” Human Twilight plating on her counterpart’s back. “Just a little.” Princess Twilight retorted. “I should’ve remind Rarity and her friends to give me a hood at least.”