More than forty two moons have passed since Sunset Shimmer, the unofficial leader of the Sonic Rainbooms, arrived to the human version of Ponyville.
During her first two and half years in the human world, she learned at incredible fast rate how to live in it. It took her less than two weeks to adapt and become the undeniable ruler of the school. A bully and former queen of CHS in middle school were her greatest achievements so far. But everything changed when the Princess of Friendship came to destroy her shallow desires by being blasted with the full might of Friendship in her first week of high-school.
From then, she became an outcast, scorned and rejected by everyone. But darkness doesn't last long for those willing to redeem themselves. Thanks to the efforts of her new and irreplaceable friends, she rose from the ashes and helped in defeating 'The Dazzlings' six months later. Now, with her recent, triumphant tied for victory in the Friendship Games, not only she stopped the destruction of two worlds, but also, made a new and loved friend.
Now seventeen years old in the human world, but twenty three in Equestria, she was part of the newly founded student committee to keep improving the students lifestyle of CHS; the Idol Six! Part of the program was to elaborate assertive strategies to improve the blooming pride in their school like welcoming new students to be part of the Wondercolts' family or making events to unite the school's efforts in something positive. She tried to implement some friendly approaches during her days of reformation alone, but the sirens' scheme was beyond her capabilities back then. Now more experienced in friendship and school spirit thanks to the selfless efforts of her timeless friends, she would not repeat the same mistake again.
With the arrival of Nitpick Bittersweet and another student during the events of the Friendship Games, it was a perfect opportunity to show them that they choose the right place to study, and Sunset Shimmer has learned through experience that the best way to made someone feel welcome was through the Magic of Friendship.
Some exemplary attitude from the students was a plus.
Although the first reaction of the new classmate was awkward for Sunset since she isn't used to receive compliments as someone would expect, everything was proceeding as planned; showing the place, made them feel at home, talk to them the kind of dedication the students enforce every day at school, and most importantly, being friendly. She was the right person to do the job and by Bittersweet's reactions during the end of the tour, she knew it was going to be a success… Until one rainbow haired girl decided to give a first bad impression to the new student by drooling on her desk during the first class.
Being scolded in front of everyone wasn't a nice sight either.
Class was over, and Sunset gave directions to Bittersweet of where was the next class located. She told him that she forgot something on her locker and she would soon join him. Once he was out of range, Sunset went straight to her friend to have a civilized and peaceful talk.
“What do you think you were doing back there!?”
Concern and anger were an understatement.
“Yesterday, I sent you all a message of how important was today for our school activities in receiving the new student and you nearly ruined everything!”
“Chill out, Sunset” said Rainbow Dash with a calm tone of confidence. “You are overreacting! Besides, you should be more worried about me! Now I have extra homework because Harshwhinny's class was so boring! I needed to take my power nap so the band practice in the afternoon could take place. If I want to show to everyone how awesome I am, I needed the rest!”
“The classroom is not a place to take power naps and slacking around, Rainbow Dash! you know how important this is for me. Fluttershy went to such lengths to even drink coffee that you know it makes her feel weak if she drinks it in the morning after the effect wears out just to be at her peak of attention during class.”
“And now I just want to sleep. Can I sleep in the desk the next class, Sunset” Fluttershy then yawned so softly that sleeping during class was starting to look like a good idea.
“I am so sorry, Fluttershy, but you have to stay awake just one more hour! You can take a nap in the school's yard in our break time. I brought the small pillow you asked for in case this could happen to you.” She showed her the pinkish pillow that she carried on her backpack.
“Okay, I appeciate it.” She yawned even longer than before. “Next time I'll just drink decaff”
“Thank you for trying your best, Fluttershy! I am truly grateful fot it. ” She said in kind to her light pink, haired friend. “Unlike someone...” She turned to Rainbow. A bit angered was an understatement.
“Oh, come on! The guy wasn't even paying attention to me!” Remarked Rainbow. "I just know it! Trust in me!"
“He was paying attention! Even the inhabitants of the depths of Tartarus couldn't escape from your hellish snores. He was starting to get impressed with Fluttershy's efforts during class until you fell asleep and ruined that moment”
“Meh, Whatever! He doesn’t looks like someone cool to waste our time with!”
“Ugh, Thankfully I learned from Princess Twilight during the Battle of the Bands to always have a plan b. With the exception of Ethics for today, our newest friend share the same schedule as him. The rest of the girls are excellent making friend's and we definetly have some cool guys here like Flash, Bulk, Octavia and so on he can befriend with, but I think being with someone familiar will give him a sense of safety.” Sunset felt sure about it.
“I am telling you that you are over-planning everything! You know either Pinkie's awesome party for both of our new Wondercolts today or Rairitys charm will make them feel welcome instantly. Everything is going to be just fine, trust me. You did an awesome job for the first graders two weeks ago before the competition and I am sure you will do it again!” Said Rainbow meaning it.
“You are right, Rainbow Dash... maybe I am overthinking too much. Nobody can’t resist the energetic personality of Pinkie Pie, and neither Rarity's generosity for the matter. I just want this new group of ours to work! I still can't believe that we named ourselves the Idol Six for our school comitee!”
"It was better than The Fashion Warriors suggested by Rarity..." Said Rainbow Dash in disgust with the name.
"Or the Sextuple Sheriffs by Applejack. I wished it was the Bunny Defenders as I suggested." Said Fluttershy softly and sleepy.
"I dont know what was the problem with mine, Awesome Rainbooms sounds way better." Said Rainbow boastful.
"Our band is already called the Rainbooms! It's not original, you know?" Sunset shook her head with a little grin.
"It's way better than our current name! I don't know why the school agreed with that one! The only one happy about it was Rarity in the end! Maybe we should have gone with the one Pinkie suggested; The Party Poppers!" The three chuckled.
"Once again, you are right" Said Sunset in agreement.
“I know I am right, I am awesome!” Rainbow Dash sighed, then close her eyes in a thoughtul manner. “I will not fall asleep again in front of the new guy. Promise!”
“Thank you, Rainbow. This means a lot to me!” Sunset said tenderly.
“Look…I know that you are trying to mend old wounds with the people who still don’t trust. There are people who still don't believe in everything that has happened this whole last year. And yes, you may have done really not cool things to us in the past, but now, it doesnt matter anymore! Because I can honestly tell you that you are my friend and I am loyal to you until the end of everything. And before you ask, I’ll try to not pony-up, as we agreed. The world is still not ready to admire awesomeness soaring through the sky all day! We don't want people like Cinch starting to spread the word! Who knows what can they do to harm Equestria!”
“Rainbow…” Sunset was deeply moved by this.
“Let's go, then! I feel pumped all of the sudden! We can do this! We are Wondercolt's!! And they will feel at home in a blink of an eye! Our second year in High School will be amazing!! Who's with me!?”
“Yay!”
“YEAH!”
They went to the classroom filled with brimming determination thanks to Rainbow's words. Sunset knew she was right. She wasn´t alone anymore. This will be another step for Sunset Shimmer to reinforce friendship to the school, prove to everybody she has changed once and for all. They arrived at class; Bittersweet was there but still no signs of her other friends. They took their seats and suddenly the rest of students arrived. Sunset noticed that Bittersweet was shocked of what he saw in the small multitude and she smiled.
“This will definitely make you feel at home”