I had to give it to Canterlot High they did throw wicked parties. It was just like from the movie, Vinyl had set up her booth and was blasting some awesome tunes. One thing that I enjoyed immensely was that all my memories were back but I was still retaining the ones that I made here. I smiled as I flexed my new wings and danced with Dash and Twilight in mid-air. I then noticed Sunset dancing her own jig and zipped down behind her and grabbed her hands. She looked up at me with a smile as she engulfed herself in magic and levitated herself. We both joined hands and began to dance in tune with the music in the sky as the girls and a few spectators cheered us on. I then tipped her back and grinned at her which she returned. We both landed as Photo Finish asked for another “magical” group photo. I stood aside only to get pulled in by Sunset and the girls as we all placed our arms on all of our shoulders as the camera’s flash went off. I turned form the group and noticed Chrysalis glaring at us all. I looked to the side and grabbed a cupcake off a table and approached her.
She glanced at my hand as I offered it to her, “Here.”
She reluctantly took it as the girl’s nodded in what I assumed was respect for my kind action.
Gilda approached me as I tilted my head, “What made you come to our aid anyway?”
Gilda cast a glare at Chrysalis, “She booted us off the payroll so I thought we out to settle the score. Plus I gotta give ya props dude, what you did took guts.”
She raised her fist which I bumped, “Rock on G.”
*
The party winded down and Twilight had long removed the element and the girls were giving me their goodbyes.
Applejack tilted her hat at me, “Don’t go fergettin us now.”
I shook my head as we all group hugged, “Never in my life.”
I turned to the statue then looked at Sunset, “You coming?”
Sunset took a step back and looked away ashamed, “I-“
I smiled, “She worries about you. She still cares for you as well.”
Sunset blinked in surprise, “How do you?”
I tapped my head with my finger as I extended my hand, “Come on, I’ll be right beside you.”
Sunset froze but then noticed something.
*
Umbra ushered her toward the statue as he leaned against it with a happy smile.
*
Sunset smiled as she took my hand, “Alright I’m with you.”
*
We exited into the mirror room and Celestia, Luna, and Cadance were there to greet us.
Celestia beamed at me and Twilight, “I knew you two could do it!”
I smiled as Twilight took note of the real me, “So that’s what you look like outside of that world.”
I nodded with a smirk, “Disappointed?”
I then looked at Celestia, “There’s somepony here who wants to talk to you.”
I stepped aside as Sunset walked forward with her head low much to the collective surprise of the three Princesses.
Sunset looked with tears at Celestia, “Princess I am so sorry…for everything I did and said. I understand now that I was not ready in the slightest and needed more time. The one thing I was lacking was what Twilight had all along; I now understand that as well. But you have every right not to forgive me.”
Celestia approached her ex-student and nuzzled her, “No more tears Sunset Shimmer, I am just so relieved that you’re here safe and sound.”
I smiled as Twilight began to tear up.
Celestia stood tall as she addressed me, “Protector, your task is completed. Now your life can continue, but be warned that many who know of The Algorithm will most likely pursue it. Are you ready to return home.”
I shook my head as I gazed at the saddened Sunset, “No.”
Cadance smiled warmly, “It seems Sunset has discovered two powerful magic’s during her time there.”
Celestia glanced at Sunset and I, “Is this true?”
We both responded, “Yes.”
Luna smiled at the response and spoke for her sister, “You may spend the night here to replenish your strength. But I am afraid you must leave in the morning.”
I nodded, “alright.”
Sunset, Twilight, and I both walked down the hall to our bedrooms with smiles on our faces.
*
I awoke early and walked to Sunset’s room. I opened the door and silently stepped inside. Sunset sat with her back to me as I entered the chambers she had been given. She was looking in her mirror gazing at the picture of the two of us at the fireworks smiling. I looked to the side and approached her.
She turned to look at me, “Scribe.”
I smiled at her, “Hey.”
She soon broke down and threw her front legs around my neck as I was forced to my knees. I felt her tears and hugged her close.
She looked at me with watery eyes, “Please don’t leave.”
I looked down sadly but smiled as I wiped a tear from her face, “It’s going to be alright.”
Sunset shook her head, “No it won’t…I just don’t want you to forget about us…about me,” she gazed down at the floor refusing to meet my eyes.
I crooked a finger under her chin and raised her saddened face to look at me, “Sunset Shimmer look at me. I will never forget you, don’t ever think that. You’re too strong and beautiful to be forgotten,” I smiled, “plus how could I ever forget your warm eyes and loving spirit.”
Sunset smiled lovingly at me as we hugged once more, “I’ll never forget you Scribe, thank you for everything you’ve done. But can I ask one thing?”
I looked at her lovingly as well, “Sure.”
Sunset bit her lip, “Could you tell me…your real name?”
I nodded, “Of course.”
I leaned to her ear and whispered my first and last name which she smiled at.
She half grinned, “Your last name is spelt-“
I nodded, “Like the color, yeah.”
Sunset then allowed me to stand as I looked down at her, “I was right, you look cute as a pony.”
She blushed but stepped forward, “Let me come with you.”
I shook my head, “No, your place is here. Besides I’ll always be with you, no matter what happens, my little ray of sunshine.”
Sunset became touched at that as I turned and walked in silence to the princesses and my way home.
*
Sunset entered the mirror chamber and gazed at Twilight and Celestia.
Celestia gestured to the mirror, “He told us that it will only allow one more use before shutting…permanently. I personally think it is for the best.”
Sunset approached the mirror but Twilight stopped her, “Sunset, you could always stay here. After all I really think my friends would love to meet you.”
Sunset smiled, “Thank you Twilight. But my place isn’t here anymore, I ruined that long ago. Besides I have friends over there that will be missing me. Plus exams are approaching and I want to keep my grades up.”
Celestia nodded, “If that is what you wish. But know you shall always be welcomed back here.”
Sunset hugged both Twilight and Celestia, “Thank you. Be seeing you.”
She saluted before entering the mirror for the return trip.