//------------------------------// // Epilogue: Endurance // Story: Redemption or Forgiveness // by Gleaming //------------------------------// Wonderbolts Academy [/hr] Excitement was the feeling that Scootaloo felt when she was getting ready to go to the Wonderbolts Academy, but it wasn't just a regular old visit to the prestigious academy. She was going to the academy with her big sister and the captain of the Wonderbolts, for a training session that would test their endurance, that was something that she waited her whole young life to do. ''This is going to be so awesome! Spending time with the two ponies that I look up to, is so worth it as an excuse to skip school for today!'' Her wings lifted her off of the soft clouds slightly, watching in awe as her two idols raced against one another in the morning sky. A swift breeze flowed through the soft, fluffy clouds in the sky, with the two pegasi maneuvering around the clouds with ease to get to the finish line on the other side of the academy. Rainbow flew through the clouds gracefully, until she accidentally crashed into the Wonderbolts flag at the base of the academy. ''You won't be able to catch up, Rainbow Dash!'' Spitfire sped past the cyan mare with great speed, landing on the finish line and came to a complete stop on the cloud. Rainbow congratulated Spitfire by bumping their hooves together, as she stopped on the finish line as well. ''That was a pretty awesome race, Spitfire! For a captain of the Wonderbolts, you do know your way around your own academy.'' She rubbed the back of her mane with her hoof confidently, hugging the captain without hesitation. Spitfire hugged the bold pegasus back. ''You did a very good job overall, Rainbow Dash. We even left our streaks in the sky, to show that we left our mark! I'd like to say that it's been a pleasure having you two here, you guys are welcome here anytime!'' The streaks of both Spitfire and Rainbow Dash were left in the sky, gleaming in the sun's light. The three pegasi exited the academy with the happiness flowing through their bodies, they walked into Spitfire's office. [/hr] Spitfire's Office The emotions were rushing through Scootaloo's mind, still trying to process every intoxicating moment that she just witnessed with her two idols. She wished that she could do it all again, but sadly the next day she would have to go to school. ''Wait, Spitfire.'' Rainbow said. ''Yes, Rainbow Dash?'' Spitfire asked enthusiastically. ''Is it okay if Scootaloo and I be allowed to be in the VIP line with the other Wonderbolts?'' Rainbow begged on her knees, with her hooves and arms side to side to convince Spitfire. Scootaloo hopped up in the air with a pep in her step, stomping her hooves gracefully on the marble floor of the office. ''That would be so awesome! We should bring the other Crusaders and the rest of your friends, Rainbow Dash!'' A tear was wiped away from Scootaloo's face with a gentle touch of her hoof, but they were tears of joy. The one opportunity to hang out with her friends, Spitfire and the Wonderbolts, including her big sister and her friends as well. ''After defeating Lightning Dust and now that she is imprisoned again in the detention center, I'm willing to give the two of you VIP privileges on our next air show performance in Canterlot.'' Spitfire looked in the cabinets in the middle of her office desk, opening the cabinets by pulling them open, taking the two VIP tickets out of the cabinets. She put the two tickets in Rainbow's saddlebag with her Loyalty element embedded on her saddlebag, she closed the metal strap on the saddlebag. ''Thank you, Spitfire. It means a lot to us, since we look up to you and the Wonderbolts because, you set a good example to show how leadership can always bring a team together if they're all on the same page like a weather team.'' Rainbow saluted to the captain of the flying team that she has always dreamed of joining, since she was just a little filly. ''You're the best, Spitfire! We will cherish these VIP tickets until the day we die, it's like getting an autograph from a superstar!'' The brash young filly's voice squeaked to the vocal levels of a screaming banshee. ''It's no problem at all, besides this could give you two the amount of energy that you need to accomplish your goals in life,'' Spitfire removed her glasses, putting them on the desk. ''As long as you have the friends and family that support you, there is nothing that you can't achieve or want to aspire to become. Don't mess with success!'' Spitfire winked. ''You got it, Spitfire! We're leaving now, maybe our paths will cross again someday.'' They turned their back to Spitfire, looking back at the experienced captain. ''Maybe we will, see you guys later!'' Spitfire sat back in her chair relaxingly, putting her glasses back on. They exited the office of the Wonderbolts Academy, looking up at the bright sky huddling together for some warmth. A very brisk breeze blowed through the air of the luminescent sky, descending back down to the ground level of Ponyville. ''Well, we should head home right now. But, I'll be staying with you squirt.'' Rainbow said. [/hr] Ponyville ''Really? I'm actually honored to have you in my house, Rainbow Dash. Even if you've been in my house earlier, it's still special to me anyway so let's get going!'' Scootaloo said proudly, wrapping her hooves around Rainbow Dash. The two ponies approached the front door of the house, swiftly opening the door with one hoof. They entered the downstairs of the house, running up the stairs at lightning speed. Rainbow Dash's face just spelled with relief, she unpacked her belongings and preceded to lay on the comfortable bed. ''I'll be hitting the hay early, we can hang out tomorrow if you want.'' she said, stretching her arms out as a yawn emulated from her mouth. ''Sounds good to me! We can rest up early then, to keep our energy strong.'' Scootaloo preceded to lay on the bed as well, but she decided to lay right next to Rainbow Dash. ''Good night, Rainbow Dash.'' The lamp's light was shut off with the room in a quiet, peaceful atmosphere for a good night sleep. ''Good night, Scoots.'' she said, bestowing a passionate kiss on her forehead. The harsh winter conditions were a dangerous hazard outside to anypony, but the two sisters kept their cool and they were able to defeat Lightning Dust to keep her apprehended in the custody of the detention center. This may be the last time we see her try to commit any dangerous tomfoolery this time, or is it?! The End