//------------------------------// // Chapter Twenty Six: Return To The Human World // Story: A Displaced Dragon // by Prince_Zodiac //------------------------------// Chapter Twenty Six: Return To The Human World Third POV “So, explain to me why you’re going again?” Alduin looked at Twilight as she continued to set up the portal to the human world. “Well, I haven’t seen my students in a while. Besides, I already told them that I would sub again for them one day, did I not?” “I suppose you did but then, why are the Twins coming with you?” “Because we want to see everyone at school again.” Twilight nodded in understanding. “Well alright then, the portal is set up. Have fun you three!” “Wait, you’re not coming Twilight?” “Nope, I have things I need to do around here.” The Twins nodded and ran into the portal, Alduin following them in shortly afterwards. Sunset and the others were all walking out of the building, heading towards the gym for the after school rally for the friendship games. They were all conversing amongst themselves when Sunset noticed something was up with the portal. “Hey girls, look at the portal.” The others looked and noticed that it was starting to become distorted and warped. “Hey, maybe Twilight is coming for a visit!” They all nodded in agreement to Rainbow’s suggestion and watched the portal intently. Suddenly, three figured flew out of the portal and into the concrete in front of the school statue. The girls were all about to greet Twilight, when they noticed that none of them were Twilight. “Huh? Alduin? What are you doing here?” Alduin looked up at the group in front of him. “Ah hello Sunset. And hello to the rest of you as well.” They all said their helloes before Sunset repeated her question. “So um… what are you doing here Alduin?” “Hmm? Oh! Well I just decided to come here for a little vacation. I miss my students. And besides I promised that I would return on a later date didn’t I?” “True you did. Um, where’s Twilight?” “Oh she wanted to come but there was this mission that the Map of Harmony needed her for.” “Map of Harmony? What in the hay is the Map of Harmony?” “It’s basically a map that tells Twilight where friendship is in desperate need of help.” The others nodded, understanding this concept. “Well now if you will excuse me, I have a teacher to make them believe that they’re sick.” With that, Alduin was off, presumably looking for the history teacher that he had replaced before. “So, where are you all headed?” “A pep rally for the friendship games.” “Sounds cool! Can we come?” “Well of course. You two are students here, technically at least.” Sunset and the others once again began to trek towards the gym, now with Plague and Amnesia in tow. They got there pretty fast, and at the pep rally the friendship games were announced. Rainbow Dash did this whole singing thing with the marching band, and actually ponied up during it. The students were amazed by this, and by the end everyone was pumped for the start of the games. After the rally, everyone went home. Sunset and the others were all hanging out at the front of the school until Alduin showed up. “Alright it took a little longer than expected but I got the job.” The Twins cheered, not only excited for their Dad being back as a substitute, but also for the friendship games which they decided to take part in, or at least have Epidemic take part in. It took the Twins a while, but they eventually convinced him to do it. He would be a huge asset for Canterlot High’s team. “With our team this year, we’re totally going to win!” “Eeyup. Especially with Epidemic’s help. Last time we didn’t see much of him, but what we did see was that he was pretty athletic. Smart too.” The Twins nodded. ’See Epidemic? Even they want you on the team!’ ’Whatever.’ “Alright well, anyone need a ride home?” “Nah I’m good. Ah got mah pickup truck.” “I’m riding home with AJ so I’m cool.” “Um… I live nearby so um… no thank you.” “I’m okay darling. My father is here to drive me home.” “I’ve got my van so I’m cool!” Alduin turned to Sunset, the only one that had yet to answer. She however, appeared to be lost in thought. “Well Sunset, do you need a ride home?” “Huh? Oh yeah sure. I rode the bus here this morning because my bike is in the shop getting looked at, but the bus already left so yeah I need a ride.” “Alright then follow me.” The girls waved their goodbyes as Alduin, Sunset, and the Twins walked to the parking lot. Alduin then had a realization. “Wait, my car is at my house.” “Well then, what now?” The Twins suddenly became Epidemic, and he picked up Sunset bridle style. She eep in shock and he activated his dragon phase. “ Hold on tight.” He then took off into the sky, causing Sunset to cling to him. Alduin rolled his eyes as he watched them go. ‘Always the quick thinker.’ Alduin activated his dragon phase as well, and took off after them.