//------------------------------// // Progress in Equestria 3 // Story: Spike the Fairy // by PonyJoel //------------------------------// It's been five days since the fallout of Midnight Sparkle's demise. King Sombra's horn has vanished, and Lord Tirek is back in Tartaros. The Storm King died during the battle outside of the Crystal Empire. The Crystal Empire opened a new building for Doctor Psyche and Nurse Blue Shield. Unfortunately, due to Canterlot falling from the mountainside by the wrath of Midnight Sparkle and Demon Tail, many patients have lost their lives. Doctor Psyche, Nurse Blue Shield, and many other doctors and nurses will have to start from scratch. They only have two patients; Rarity and Cozy Glow. Every nation held a memorial for its fallen heroes and loved ones. No one missed out. Every creature attended to pays respect to the many friends and family they lost. Starlight Glimmer announced that the School of Friendship is closed for an upcoming Friendship Event. Every student will be working with every creature to create a new utopia, United Equestria. Every student is excited to work on the project, bringing a little something from home to make United Equestria unique. Discord releases more of his clones to help every creature around Equus. He's home with Princess Luna. She took the time to grieve with Discord after losing over a hundred clones. For Discord, it's losing many pieces of himself. At the Treehouse of Harmony, the Unity Seven has decided to expand their group after succeeding and defeating Midnight Sparkle. Sunset, Adagio, Aria, Sonata, Garble, and Charcoal are now with the group. They decided to form a guild of their own. From now on, the guild will be called United Species. The Spirit of Harmony manifests in front of them, giving them the blessing of representing unity in Friendship. Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike are at the Castle of Friendship. They wake up to a new day. It's 8:30 in the morning. In an hour, the two will be attending a morning session with Princess Celestia to learn magic. Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike made it clear to Princess Celestia that history will not repeat itself twice. Twilight (Sci-Twi) solemnly swears she will never go astray nor treat Spike the way Midnight Sparkle has. Spike proclaims he'll open up if he feels something doesn't feel right with him. Rockhoof enters Starlight's office at the School of Friendship. He says the Pillars have decided to become teachers at the School of Friendship since a new wave of students will be coming. More Dragons, Yaks, Hippogriffs, Changelings, Griffons, Storm Creatures, Buffalos, Ponies, and Crystal Ponies will attend. Starlight accepts their proposal. She informs the Pillars about the school closing due to a Friendship Event; They are aware of the creation of the United Equestria. Pinkie Pie is back in Ponyville, working at Sugarcube Corner and bringing smiles all around. Rainbow Dash continues her work with the weather team while the Wonderbolts take a break. Spitfire has informed every pegasus they'll come back together to work on flight patterns and assessments after the finalization of United Equestria. Applejack resumes her duty at Sweet Apple Acres with Apple Bloom and Big Mac. Fluttershy is in her cottage, attending to her animals as per usual. Sweetie Belle still lives in the Castle of Friendship until Rarity completes her recovery session. Rarity promises to come for her and spend quality time as sisters when she comes out; No more delays and putting her aside. A new Rarity to be there for Sweetie Belle. Scootaloo's parents come to Ponyville and have announced they'll be sticking around. Snap Shutter and Mane Allgood tell Scootaloo they'll move to United Equestria. Scootaloo tells her parents that she still has to do her duty as a counselor but promises to come home after her shift. Chrysalis is enjoying her time with Terax at the Hive. Terax is showing her mother his magic. It's faint, but it's a good start. Terax promises Chrysalis he'll grow strong and prove to be the best Changeling out of them all. Chrysalis chuckles and believes Terax wholeheartedly to be as strong when he's grown. Thorax and Pharynx are spending time together as brothers; Going over the details with the Hive and preparing for the day to build United Equestria. Queen Novo and Princess Skystar are rebuilding their home with the help of Discord's clones. The Hippogriffs that were petrified are free, including General Seaspray. General Seaspray pays tribute to the clones that fell on Mount Aris. The navy is now reestablished with new clones to take over. The pearl is safe in the underwater throne room. After the learning session with Princess Celestia, Twilight (Sci-Twi) informs her teacher she'll be visiting the Tree of Harmony to speak with the Spirit. Spike rides on Twilight's back. Princess Celestia watches the two leave and sighs. For Princess Celestia, it's like the earlier stages when Twilight (Midnight) and Spike were close together before drifting apart. Sure, Twilight (Sci-Twi) and her Spike show signs of working together and encouraging one another, but; Princess Celestia can't help the feeling of witnessing the whole event all over again. Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike see every pony rebuilding their homes. They also see many creatures helping them. Twilight (Sci-Twi) meets up with Pinkie Pie at Sugarcube Corner. "Hey, Twilight! Where are you going?" Pinkie offers cupcakes to her friends. "Oh, don't mind if I do," Spike takes the vanilla sprinkled cupcake. "We're heading to the Treehouse of Harmony. I need to speak with the Spirit of Harmony," Twilight (Sci-Twi) replies. "About what?" Pinkie Pie is eager to know what's on her friend's mind. "About my future, Pinkie Pie. I've decided to take the path of becoming the replacement Princess of Friendship." Pinkie Pie gasps. "Then that means you'll need friends to help you get there!" Pinkie bounces on her tail in excitement. She imagines the possibility of going on adventures with her friends once more. "I will need friends along the way. However, I may take a different path, Pinkie." "What do you mean by that?" Pinkie Pie is confused. She was hoping for Twilight to ask her, Rainbow, Fluttershy, Applejack, and the possible new Rarity to be her friends to help her achieve her wings. "Well, my counterpart had you girls to become Princess. However, I made different friends and would prefer them on my ascent. No offense to you and the girls, but to ensure that history doesn't repeat itself, I require taking a different route." "I understand," Pinkie's mane doesn't deflate. "Can't have another Spike running away or another Midnight. Just remember that when you need us, we'll be there for you." "Thanks, Pinkie," Twilight (Sci-Twi) smiles. "You're coming to my party later, right?" Pinkie asks. "I'm coming," Twilight (Sci-Twi) replies. She trots to Fluttershy's cottage to take the shortcut to the Treehouse of Harmony. "I'm coming as well," Spike replies. "You better be there. I want all my friends to come!" Pinkie Pie wants to ensure that all her friends attend. "Thanks for the cupcake!" Spike finishes eating it. "You're welcome!" Pinkie shouts. "Wow, United Species," Garble enjoys the new name of the guild. "Yea, United Equestria is going to need a guild. So, with all of us working together, United Species is perfect," Smolder said. "Yona loves the new name. Yona can't wait to build the new city." "I'll say," Sandbar said. "I wonder if we can build a guildhall of our own." "I don't see why not," Silverstream said. She's excited about the idea of having a guildhall. "Going on Friendship jobs, adventures, and much more," Ocellus said. She sits on the couch. "A guild needs a Guild Master, so who wants to be the first?" Sunset asks. "That's a tough one to decide," Neighsay said. "It'll come to us sooner or later," Sonata said. "Hey, how is Professor Discord doing?" Gallus asks the Dazzlings and Sunset. "He's with Princess Luna back home. After going to each memorial, Discord broke down and wept over the clones he lost," Adagio answers. "Yea, Discord lost pieces of himself. A clone represents one aspect of Discord," Sunset explains, which worries Neighsay, Sandbar, Ocellus, Smolder, Silverstream, Yona, and Gallus. "Give Discord some time, and he'll come back better than ever," Sonata said. Every creature hears the front doors knocking. Aria flies to the front door of the Treehouse of Harmony and opens it. "Hi, Aria," Twilight (Sci-Twi) greets her friend. "Hey, Twilight. Hey, Spike. What brings you two here?" "I'm hoping to speak with the Spirit of Harmony." "Come in," Aria lets the two inside. Every creature waves at Twilight and Spike, giving them a warm welcome. "Hey, Twilight," Sunset greets her friend. "Hey, Sunset," Twilight (Sci-Twi) hugs her friend. "Spike," Smolder hovers above him. "Great seeing you again." "Likewise," Spike conjures energy wings to fly with Smolder. "Dude, that is so cool that you can do that," Charcoal said. He's hovering next to Smolder. "No kidding. You have similar traits to Fairy Dragon's Energy Maker Magic," Garble said. "Also," Garble pulls Spike closer to him. "I was super mean to your counterpart, so I want to be the big brother dragon for you." "Thanks," Spike scratches the back of his head. He hopes Garble does treat him as an older brother. "There's a lot to teach you about being a dragon," Charcoal said. "Yea, and we'll show you the ropes," Smolder fist bumps Spike. "Thanks," Spike is appreciative of Garble, Charcoal, and Smolder's doing. The Spirit of Harmony manifests itself in front of Twilight (Sci-Twi). She still looks like Princess Twilight Sparkle. "Will you have a new form?" Gallus asks the Spirit of Harmony. "In due time, I'll have a new form to manifest into; For now, this is appealing to me." "Hey, I have some questions to ask of you," Twilight (Sci-Twi) is a little nervous while speaking to the Spirit. "No need to feel nervous, Twilight. I see you have chosen the path to become a Princess." "Wait, how did you know what I was going to say?" Twilight (Sci-Twi) is dumbfounded. "I can see in your eyes, and you have the motivation to become the new Princess of Friendship." Twilight (Sci-Twi) nods. "Yes. Also, I'm going in a different direction to become the Princess of Friendship." "To become the Princess of Friendship, you're going to need friends to guide you there." Twilight (Sci-Twi) takes a deep breath. "I know. I won't be trotting alone on this journey." "Friends, huh? Why not us?" Sunset said, speaking for the United Species. "Really?" Twilight (Sci-Twi) is stunned to hear that. "We've welcomed you to our group and some parties. We're a guild in the making, so why not?" Silverstream said. "Friendship is going in a new direction. So, why not have the new Princess of Friendship have a group with all sorts of different creatures?" Ocellus said. "I'm cool with it," Sandbar calmly expresses. "Likewise," Neighsay concurs. "Dragons stick together. Knowing you'll have Spike by your side, we'll have him as well," Garble said. Twilight (Sci-Twi) smiles and accepts their proposal. It seems every creature is on board with helping her. "Friendship is entering a new era. Embrace it together," The Spirit of Harmony vanishes. "Are there any other questions you were going to ask the Spirit of Harmony?" Yona asks Twilight (Sci-Twi). "Well, the Spirit knows I'm going on my path to becoming the new Princess of Friendship. There are two things I want to ask of you since every creature has come together to create a guild." "What is it, Twilight?" Neighsay asks. "Would it be alright if Chrysalis and her son Terax join the guild?" "Of course they can," Ocellus immediately answers. "To sustain a guild for many generations, we will have to welcome new members. I don't see why not. Any objections?" Neighsay asks his friends. "Nay," They said in unison. "Thank you, every creature," Twilight (Sci-Twi) smiles. She and every creature join in on a group hug. Then they start to have a party to celebrate as a new guild moving forward.