//------------------------------// // Chapter 8: What’s Next? // Story: Equestria Girls 3: Friendship Games // by Taionia05 //------------------------------// (On the same day) After the end of the Friendship Games, students from Canterlot High and Crystal Prep talked to each other and becoming new friends with them. Some like Rainbow and Indigo promised that it’s a rivalry friendship and that they won’t lose the next Friendship Games. Applejack, Espio, and Sugarcoat sighed at the two competitive behavior. Twilight, Spike, Silver, and Blaze sat down on the steps near the entrance of Canterlot High and they were casually approached by Dean Cadence herself. “So Twilight and Blaze, I’d like to apologize for what Cinch did to you. Had I and Shining Armor known about this, we could’ve stopped her earlier.” Cadence apologized. Blaze smiled and said, “Well thanks for the added support Dean Cadence.” “Knowing that Cinch won’t be returning to Crystal Prep in the future, your application for Everton is guaranteed.” Cadence told Twilight as she gotten really excited. “Hey Miss Cadence, is it okay that I can transfer here to Canterlot High?” Silver suddenly asked. “Sure you can.” Cadence simply answered. “Celestia and Luna can help you become a student there.” “I like to attend as well.” Blaze stated with Cadence giving her the same answer. Twilight looked at both Blaze and Silver, thinking to herself that if she leaves to Everton, two of her friends that always stuck alongside her will be separated from her. After giving it some thought, she also asks Cadence, who was surprised to hear as well as Blaze and Silver. “Really?!” Cadence, Blaze, and Silver said “I’ve learned to know about a lot of things, but magic isn't really one of them. And I'm definitely not gonna learn more about it by being alone all the time without the friends I made.” Twilight explained while looking at her friends, who were happy to know. “Seems like Everton could wait for the meantime. While I go talk to Celestia and Luna, you three should say your farewells to the students at Crystal Prep.” Cadence suggested before she talked to the sisters. Twilight, Blaze, and Silver later said their goodbyes to the students at Crystal Prep. Everyone they talked gave them support on their decision and wishing the best of luck with some students wishing they knew them more before they left. When the three got to the top students, they were the most surprised to hear the news. “WHAT?! You guys are gonna leave us?!” Indigo asked, desperately wanting the true meaning. “I’m sorry girls, you never did anything wrong. We just want to learn more.” Silver frowned as his ears flopped down. “Don’t get so upset about it you guys, especially you Indi” Sunny stated. “The best we can do is show them our support.” “It’s unfortunate that you guys are leaving Crystal Prep, but there’s nothing negative about learning new things.” Sugarcoat told as she gave them a small smile. “When you get to Canterlot, they better treat you with respect or face my bitter side.” Sour-Sweet told with a wink and cute smile, with the others being conflicted with what she said. “Remember to stay in touch with us okay?” Lemon asked with the three saying that they will and telling them that they won’t forget about them. “And while you at it, always keep 100% to those students.” Indigo couraged as the three will promise. Students of Crystal Prep were directed to the buses and began to drive away from CHS, but not before they yelled their final goodbye to Twilight, Blaze, and Silver as they left. They waved back and Twilight and Silver began to tear up from all of it and tried their best not to cry. Meanwhile, the Chaos Rainboom stood near the statue as they watched the bus left and Sunset thinks to herself that she did what the other Twilight would do, help reform and solving the friendship problem. “So what’s the conclusion team?” Ray asked “Glad ya asked Ray.” Vector answered before looking at Sunset and asking, “Wanna say it?” Sunset nodded and took a few steps forward and explained. “After the games and trying to find the source the magic was coming from us and our true selves. When the odds were against us, our friendship and who we truly are stems from it and I was desperate wanting Twilight and the others help that I forgot they have a bigger issue to deal with in the meantime. We can’t always be over reliant on them and we can solve our problems without her help.” The Chaos Rainbooms cheered from what they heard. “And we’ll be happy to help.” Twilight said as she, Blaze, and Silver approached the group. “We transferred here if you’re asking.” Blaze clarified so the Chaos Rainboom wouldn’t answer. “You guys sure are confident on helping us when we barely met.” Rouge questioned. “But a certain girl and her friends would’ve done the same thing, so welcome aboard.” Later that afternoon, The Chaos Rainbooms relaxed and were having a picnic in front of the statue. Twilight was reading a book. Ray, Charmy, Pinkie, and Silver played. Espio was meditating. Vector listened to his music. Fluttershy petted Spike and Cheese. Mighty and Applejack relaxed on the ground. Rarity was going through her own hair. Rainbow practiced her soccer skills. Cream talked to Blaze and Metal about her favorite things. And Shadow and Sunset leaned on the side of the mirror entrance. “I wonder what Twilight and friends are up to right now? Sunset wondered. “Well we can see with the ring Sonic gave to you.” Shadow told. Sunset grabs the ring from her pocket and tossed it in front of her. Suddenly, the ring grew in size instantly and on the other side was a white room filled with portals at the entrance of each door. Everyone turned their attention to the giant rings with Twilight, Spike, Blaze, and Silver being completely confused. On the other side of the portal was the other Twilight and Spike, plus Sonic and Tails, alongside their new friends the Chaos Rainbooms never actually met. “Twilight! Spike! Sonic! Tails! You guys are here!” Sunset yelled in excitement, knowing they finally beat Metallix. “Oh my goodness! I’m sorry we didn’t get back to you sooner! We had to-“ the other Twilight tried to explain before she saw her double in human form and vice-verse, but as a pony. “Is that me?” both Twilight’s asked at the same time, completely baffled. “Well we can just leave em’ hanging like that.” Sonic stated as he grabbed Twilight and Tails with him as they hopped through the ring, changing their appearances. “You guys carry on without us for a bit okay?” “Stay safe out there as a side note.” Tails added as the portal closed behind them. The other Twilight, Sonic, and Tails looked back at the Chaos Rainbooms and saw three new faces in front of them. “Who are you guys?” Blaze asked with her arms crossed. “My name is Twilight Sparkle, but most call me “Princess” Twilight Sparkle.” Princess Twilight introduced. “I’m Sonic. Sonic the Hedgehog.” Sonic answered with a smirk as he wagged his finger. “My name is Miles Prower, but my friends call me Tails instead.” Tails finally answered.