//------------------------------// // 16. Sunset's Wonderful Life (Epilogue) // Story: Sunset's Wonderful Life // by sonicfan05 //------------------------------// Less than an hour later, the party went back in full swing as if the first two blunders never happened. The tables and chairs were replaced, the music was performing with their new equipment which was donated thanks to the Crystal Prep students and the food was restocked and rebaked at a record’s time thanks to Pinkie Pie. How Pinkie managed to pull that off, Sunset never knew. And even the toys were giving away to all the little boys and girls for them to play with for the holidays. Everyone congratulated Sunset for pulling off this amazing party, only for her to reply that she wouldn’t pull this off without the help from them and her friends. Speaking of which, Sunset enjoyed spending her time with her friends during the party. She made her personal mission to spend a moment with each and every one of them throughout the party, letting them know how much they mean to her, and they each responded that she means a lot to them. The only person Sunset couldn’t find throughout the party was her best friend Twilight. No matter where she looked or who to ask, she was nowhere in sight. She wondered if Twilight was still busy with running the party or if she was actually avoiding her. There were things that the two of them really need to settle, especially after the latest development during their confrontation with Cinch. Her thoughts were interrupted when Principal Celestia got everyone’s attention while she was on stage with her microphone. “Thanks for coming everyone!” Principal Celestia announced. “I’m happy to announce that our Toys For Kids Festival was a complete success!” Everyone cheered loudly and applauded for their success, allowing Principal Celestia to continue. “Now as both a celebration and a permitted request, here’s Applejack and her family performing the next song.” With another applause from the audience, Applejack, along with Apple Bloom, Big Mac and Granny Smith entered the stage. With a thankful nod to the Principal, Applejack stood in front of the mic with her bass and began to speak. “Thank ya kindly Principal Celestia,” Applejack began before facing the crowd. “Before we began, I would like to dedicate this here’s song to mah dear friend... and an honorary family member… to Sunset Shimmer, fer makin’ this happen fer us!” As the crowd applauded to Sunset, Sunset was nearly in tears, touched that Applejack considered her to be part of a family. Applejack smiled at Sunset before she faced the crowd to continue. “Ah also wanted to dedicate this song to you y’all, includin’ our family and friends, whether they’re here with us now or in spirit. Hit it Big Mac!” Big Mac nodded before he began playing the music with his flute. Applejack then started to sing in a rather emotional song about family, with Apple Bloom and sometimes the rest of the Apple Family joined in from time to time. Soon, everyone in the room was singing along in harmony as they either stood by or side hugged each other, enjoying each other’s company. Sunset watched all this with a genuine smile on her face, happy to see everyone was having a good time and that they all treated each other kindly, even those who weren’t from CHS. Then from the corner of her eye, Sunset noticed someone was staring at her. It was none other than Twilight, who was standing near the gym doors, watching her with a shy smile. Feeling the need to join her friend and planned an overdue conversation with her, Sunset made her way over towards her friend until she reached a foot length from her. Both girls stared at each other in the eyes with a warm blush on their cheeks. “...hey,” Sunset greeted quietly. “...hey,” Twilight greeted back, just as quietly. For a while, neither one of them spoke. Ever since Twilight made her feelings known about Sunset in front of Cinch, things were a little awkward between the two of them. While Sunset felt joy that Twilight felt that way about her, but she was still confused with Twilight’s behavior. Decided to get to the bottom of things once and for all, Sunset began to speak. “So… you have feelings for me this whole time?” Sunset asked. Twilight nodded while remained silent. “How long?” Sunset pressed gently. “And why me?” Twilight was silent for a while longer before she let out a long sigh. “Well… to tell you the truth… I’m not really sure,” Twilight admitted. “I might’ve felt that about you a few days after the Friendship Games, but I thought it was my admiration towards you for being a good friend and all the support you’ve been giving me. And after I started dating Timber… I couldn’t help but feel... that it wasn’t right. Don’t get me wrong, Timber is a sweet guy and he’s been treating me with respect, but each and every time I went out with him… I don’t feel anything from him at all other than a good friendship.” She then blushed. “But… every time I was with you… I felt a deeper connection with you… and my admiration towards you grows. And when the memory stone incident happened, I realize how important you are to me… and I can't imagine my life without you!” She then gave Sunset her more heartfelt smile. “That’s is why… I’m in love with you!" Sunset’s eyes widened. "Twilight…"  Twilight giggled. “Goodness… I can’t believe I did that! I was nervous about confessing to you... but that surprisingly felt good!” She then sighed and bowed down. “I was hoping to wait after the holidays after seeing just how stress you are with the party and everything else that happened. I’m so sorry that I made things worse.” “Oh Twilight…” Sunset said softly before hugging her friend. “Don’t ever apologize for things like that! Yes, I was emotionally stressed, but I was being so stupid for jumping to conclusions and thinking you don’t care about me when really you cared so much about me! I hope you forgive me for how I acted!” Twilight smiled. “As long as you forgive me Sunset!” Sunset smiled back as she blushed. “To tell you the truth, I… I also love you... with all my heart… and you mean the whole world to me, more than you realize! Nothing makes me happier… then to always have you in my life!" Twilight began to tear up with a wavy smile. “So does that mean… you really wanted me to be your girlfriend?” Sunset smiled back who also had tears in her eyes. “If you’re willing to have me as your girlfriend!” With heartfelt smiles on their faces, both Twilight and Sunset hugged each other, making themselves official as girlfriends. Sunset hugged her new girlfriend with all her might, not wanting to let this beautiful girl go and silently vowed to always love and protect this girl with her very life.  As they continued to hug, neither wanting this moment to end, Sunset noticed something above her which was never there before. "Hey… Is that... a mistletoe?" Sunset asked. Twilight blinked. As soon as she looked up, she began to freak out. "W-WHAT!?” She shrieked, breaking her hug from Sunset. “Where did that come from? I did not remember telling anyone to put that there." As Twilight looked around, trying to figure it out who placed that mistletoe above them, Sunset noticed someone who was staring at them from the sideline. It was none other than her guardian angel, Rebecca, who was now wearing a white robe and brand new angel wings on her back. Sunset gave her new friend a warm and thankful smile before she quickly waved. "I think I know who..." Sunset mused playfully. Confused, Twilight turned her head towards Sunset. "Who?" With a friendly wink and a wave goodbye, Rebecca slowly faded away until she disappeared for the final time. "...a friend!" Sunset answered before facing Twilight with a blush. "Um… since we're a couple now… and this is usually a tradition around the holidays... maybe we can… kiss?” When Twilight's face turned bright red, Sunset quickly added, “B-but only if you want to! I-I don't want to p-pressure you to do anything o-or to make you feel uncomfor--" Sunset ceased her ramblings when she suddenly felt lips on hers. Sunset was shocked that Twilight boldly kissed her and caught her off guard like that, yet she also felt delighted that she was being kissed from her long-time crush. Her eyes lidded and tried to lean in more into their kiss, wishing that this moment won’t end. Sadly, the kiss ended when Twilight slowly pulled away and gave Sunset a coy, yet adorable smile. "And you say I talked too much!" Twilight teased with a giggle. Her expression then became much more loving and heartfelt.  "Merry Christmas Sunset!" Twilight whispered earnestly. Sunset smiled back warmly. "Merry Christmas Twilight!" As Sunset kissed her now girlfriend's lips again, only one thing came to mind... Her life was indeed... wonderful! "Remember, no man is a failure who has friends." - Clarence, It's a Wonderful Life (1946)