//------------------------------// // Ch 8 // Story: A Journey of Self Discovery // by coolpony01 //------------------------------// The date is August 24 174AG. My parents and their army managed to get the former United Republic into order and are on their way home. It’ll be nice to see them though I don’t approve of what they did. Though I still love them and am wise enough to remain silent. I’ve also seen true tyrants and they’re not.  There are also other things that have happened. We are now friends with Twilight Sparkle and her little brother Spike Sparkle. They are both very wonderful people. I can tell Twilight Sparkle has a love for learning and for helping those in need. Spike also likes to help people and I like his goofy personality. He always likes to look at the brighter side and does things like reading books and comic books and he really loves the outdoors. He reminds me of myself when I was younger. And I should do what I can to help with Doctor and Twilight to make sure he has a wonderful childhood.  It’s also nice to teach both of them new skills. Since Twilight is a unicorn with very powerful magic she did not have as much of a need for technology. And so, she knows less of technology then we do and so we’ve been teaching them how to run more complex technologies such as the Tardis.  Spike isn’t old enough to use technologies such as the Tardis or even weapons yet. We have been able to teach him how to do basic survival skills, however, such as how to treat wounds, camouflage, and hide from the enemy. As well as other skills such as cooking. It’s nice to help others. We should it would be wrong and selfish not to help them. I woke up with a yawn. It was a new day and time for me to head off to meet up with my friends and start the day. And so, I left making sure that none of the Earth Empire troops suspected anything. When I got there, I saw Doctor and Twilight doing calculations and Spike finished repairing breakfast. I saw the young hatchling’s face lit up when he saw me. He ran over and gave me a hug. “Yeah Ditzy.” He said with joy. I smiled and hugged him back. “I’m glad to see you Spike. I see you’ve prepared a delicious breakfast.” I said, proud of our little apprentice.  “Yeah, I made breakfast muffins, love them.” Spike said. “You have good tastes.” I said complimenting his skills. “Well, he does take after me.” Twilight said with a smile. “Very true, glad to see you Twi.” I spoke. I then gave my friends hugs. “Glad to see you two come on, we can't work on an empty stomach.” Doctor said, “Oh heck no.” Spike said. “Exactly we all need a good breakfast, come on guys we should eat.” Twilight said. We then sat down and ate breakfast. Not a surprise that Spike did a great job. It was Spike after all.  “Well, that was good, we can't work on an empty stomach after all.” I spoke. We then got to work. We then helped check for any signs of those bastards and we could see that Spike paid close attention. I could tell he was very interested and wanted to help us. That is good. Those people need all the help they can get. Our machines then detected signs of confirmed terrorist actions. “Alright gotta get going.” I said aloud. My friends and I got ready. “Spike, you know the drill, get your things ready, you're going to Equano until we get back.” Twilight said with care. “Okay.” Spike said annoyed, “Don’t worry Spike when you get the proper training, you’ll be able to go on missions with us.” Twilight said. Spike smiled at that.  “Heck ya I can’t wait to beat some terrorist but.” Spike said with enthusiasm. “Oh, trust me you’ll be doing a lot of that in due time so don’t worry about anything. Sides you’ll still be helpful while we’re gone, we could use some extra claws to work on our medical supplies.” Twilight said. “Oh, I’m happy to help.” Spike said. The rest of us headed to the place of distress, nothing major, a small group of sentimental non ponies were being sent to one of those bastards, labor camps. We managed to stop them and got the people back to their homes. Their kidnappers, well they better be prepared for some fair justice. After what we went through, we met up with Spike. “Oh, how was it?” Spike asked, “Stopped a bunch of bastards from taking innocent non ponies to their camps.”  Twilight said. “What the heck is wrong with those jerks.” Spike said with anger. “Yeah, they’re pretty bad, at least they’ll face justice, and the people were able to return home safely.” Doctor said, “Well, that’s good.” Spike said, wishing he could have help. “Don’t worry Spike, your time will come and it’s not like you’re not helpful. Oh, that reminds me how much medicine you were able to make.” Doctor said, “Oh, I made dozens of bottles that can hear moderate sickness and injuries.” Spike said with confidence and a bit of bragging to him. “Very impressive if you’re this talented at the age of 5 who knows of all the great and good things you’ll do.” I complemented. “Of course, I mean come on I have you guys as great teachers.” Spike said with gratitude. “Aww thank you Spike come on now it is best we are going so you can train.” Twilight said. We then went to the Tardis and set our coordination to my dimension so I could go home. I gave my friends hugs goodbye and went off to my dimension. I was able to adjust well without anyone noticing. I made sure to work hard in sorting the Earth Empire mail and keeping up with my classes.  After that I went to meet up with my parents. It will be nice to see them again. Even if I don’t agree with the decision to take over the United Republic of Nations, they are still quite exceptional and good leaders and parents. When they saw me, I saw their eyes lit up and smiled at the gesture,  “Hello Ditzy it is so good to see you again. It has been quite some time now.” Dad said. “Yes, it has, I am glad you two managed to sort everything out.” I spoke. “Yes, it is good rescuing our stolen land didn’t cause too much conflict.” Mom said. “Yes, it’s best that we avoid as much bloodshed as possible.” I spoke. “Yes, unfortunately there will always be blood but that doesn’t mean it isn’t best to avoid that. Your father and I are sorry if we caused you any turmoil, we know you may not always agree with all our choices.” Mom said with sympathy and understanding. It is true I don’t agree with them taking over the land and ending the avatar cycle though I still love them and need to help people including them so I just smiled. “It’s alright, I know that leaders have to make tough choices. I'll just try to stay positive and at least you two will finally get married.” I spoke. “Yes, the wedding will be wonderful. I'm sure you’ll enjoy picking out your outfit.” Mom said with joy.  “Of course, weddings don’t happen every day after all.” I spoke. “Very true, which is why we are planning on having the wedding in the ballroom of this complex.” Dad said. “Oh, that’s a wonderful idea you’ve always been talking about having the wedding since I was little.” I spoke. “Well, it is where we had our first date after.” Dad said. “True we have to make the wedding special especially after how long it took for this to finally happen.” I spoke. “Very true it was rather annoying that we had to wait so long but it’s a good thing that waiting finally came to an end.” Mom said. “Very true, the wedding will be very special. We are glad you are able to attend, and you could use socialization.” Mom said, “Yes, it is quite hard to socialize very much in my position.” I spoke. That isn’t necessarily true. I ended up making friends and spending time with them though it is best to keep that hidden. “We are sorry about that. We wish for you to be able to experience the world a little more though it is best that we keep you safe.” Mom said. I really can’t tell them they’d clearly never allow me to carry on my work due to all the dangers, but someone needs to help. And my friends are one of the best things in my life. “Yes, it is understandable there are quite a lot of criminals that would go after me.” I spoke. “Yes, your mother and I need to make sure those scum can’t harm you.” Dad said. “Yes, it is best that we prevent that.” I spoke. “Oh yes as leaders we have to protect our subjects which includes you.” Dad said. “Oh yes I know thank goodness you’re the leaders you’ve done a lot more for the country than Wu would have done though I do wish for you not to get too stressed out over everything.” I spoke.  “That’s not for you to worry about.” Mom reassured me. A guard then approached them and saluted them out of respect. “Miss and Mister Beifong the Earth Empire Defense Unit meeting.” A female guard said.  “Ah yes thank you for the information the soldier dismissed.” Mom said formally. She then turned to me “We have to go now Ditzy this is very important we love you.” Mom said. “I understand bye guys I love you.” I said with genuine love and care towards my parents. “We’ll see you later. We love you two Ditzy.” Dad said. They then left. I wish I didn’t have to keep secrets from them but at least it’s for their own good. And I am glad I can still have good relationships with them while having good ones with my friends and keeping them.