//------------------------------// // Sneaking... // Story: The Grid // by Valuable Ashes //------------------------------// Scootaloo and Apple Bloom set their plan to action. The pegasus flapped her wings and instantaneously went to the far side of the store near the shattered window. The unicorn turned his head at the noise but failed to see who made it. Apple Bloom went to position behind the metal shelf while the unicorn was looking the other way. Both pegasus and earth pony nodded to each other and they both moved fluidly to the unicorn. While the unicorn was looking the other way, Apple Bloom pounced on him, knocking the SMG off of his magical grip. Scootaloo came around the corner and kicked it away. The unicorn struggled and tried to fling them off with his magic but it proved futile. Sweetie Belle found a roll of duct tape and taped all the gang member's hooves. Scootaloo used the rest of the first aid kit to aid the bleeding and hurt ponies until authorities arrived. Arrived they did. Minutes after the Crusaders were finally resting with the civilians and ensuring there were no more threats. The police and ambulances arrived. They were questioned but were let go after being vouched by the three ponies that were saved. After the police peeled off the duct tape and arrested the gang members, the trio finally went on their way back home. The praise they received and reflecting how well they were able to do such things under pressure increased their resolve. They knew one thing and it was that the Crusaders will not disband. Not until all order is restored in the city of Manehatten. And they will do it one battle at a time. PACIFIST ENDING Restart Credits