//------------------------------// // Frustration of the Sun // Story: A Lost Sunset // by KingJoltik //------------------------------// Saturday. Most people work the entire week to get to this day. If you considered that fact and applied it to Sunset, she probably went through the worst work week of her life. After yesterday's incident, Sunset found herself at the doctor's office now. Celestia had insisted due to the massive amount of bruises Sunset had all over her body. “Now doctor, I want you to examine her and tell me everything.” Celestia said in a demanding tone. “I understand Miss Celestia but...could you leave the room for a second?” “I...yes.” Celestia said as she stomped out of the room. Sunset gave a small frown and turned to the doctor. “Sorry about her. She's uh...really angry at me.” Sunset said as she twiddled her thumbs. “Sorry.” “It's fine. Though I have to ask, how did this happen to you?” “Well...Let's just say I had a really bad day...” Celestia sat down in the lobby. One of her fingers kept tapping in frustration as she continued to think about yesterday, 'I can't believe this happened. Okay, I can believe it. It's just...ugh. There has to be a way to make them stop fighting...' Yesterday... Celestia put her hand over her head in anger. “Let me get straight Fluttershy. You two left the shelter and we're attacked by Gilda?” “Yes.” Fluttershy said meekly with a nod. “Then Sunset beat Gilda...” Celestia pointed to Rainbow, “And you showed up to help them and beat Lightning Dust...” She pointed back to Sunset, “and Sunset fought Gilda again.” “Yeah...that's what happened.” Rainbow said with a worried expression. “Sorry.” “No. It's just...” Celestia leaned back in the animal shelter lobby chair. “I don't know. I'm honestly sick of this.” “Sick of what?” “The fighting! I'm sick of my students fighting!” Celestia yelled as she waved her arms in the air. Rainbow and Fluttershy looked at each other, Fluttershy had a large frown while Rainbow had a combination of fear and worry on her face. After a small glance, Rainbow decided to speak up, “Um...Principal Celestia?” “Yes?” “Um...are you gonna punish us? I mean...I know we got into a fight and...” “Stop.” Celestia immediately said, “Just stop Rainbow Dash. I'm not gonna punish you...at least not now. I just...” Celestia let out a groan and rubbed her hand over her face. “After Tree Hugger is done giving Sunset first aid, I'm taking her home. We'll discuss this later at school, understand?” “Okay.” Rainbow said with a nod. “Good.” Celestia looked at Sunset and let out a sigh. 'Sunset...' she thought, 'She did that for her friend...' The Present... A door swung open and the doctor popped his head out, “Miss Celestia! You can come in now!” “Thank you.” Celestia said as she got up and began to enter the room. The doctor started to write on his clipboard as Celestia took a seat and stared at the beat up Sunset. “Okay...she mainly has minor bruises on both of her shoulders, stomach and some in the chest area...” the doctor adjusted his glasses and stared at Celestia. “Has she had any previous injuries in the back of her head?” “Yes.” Celestia said with a nod. “She had...an accident a month ago. A blow to the head that gave her amnesia.” “I see...” the doctor scribbled some more on the clipboard. “Well...it seems she was only hit in that injury only once. The rest of her bruises are on her face. The blows on her face are...nothing major but she'll need some medicine. Otherwise, the bruises will heal very slowly.” “That's fine.” Celestia said as she pulled out her purse. She glanced at Sunset, who had barely said a word. “You okay Sunset?” “Yeah...I'm fine.” she muttered, “I...I'm okay.” Sunset just sat there, barely responding. All she could think is, 'I messed up again didn't I? I promised no more fights...and then I go off fighting again. I didn't want to fight. But I had to...if I didn't...' “Time to go Sunset.” Celestia said as she paid the doctor. “Come on.” The duo left the doctor's office and proceeded to the car. There was nothing but silence in that car ride home. Sunset continued to tremble as the silence lingered all the way to the doorstep. As Celestia grabbed the doorknob, she stopped Sunset. “Sunset...we need to talk.” “Talk?” Sunset gulped. “Um...” “I'm sorry about how I've acted since yesterday.” Celestia said in low tone. “It's just...I'm frustrated Sunset.” “I know, I-” “Not at you.” Celestia put her hand in front of Sunset's face. “I told you that if you got into another fight, I would suspend you. However...” Celestia rubbed the back of your head. “You...you did everything you could to save your friend. And...I...” Sunset just stood there, her body still shivering. She was ready for Celestia to tear into her, yelling at her for fighting. Instead, Celestia looked down at the ground for a moment. Then, her head lifted and shined a huge smile. “I'm so proud of you Sunset.” “Wha?” stuttered Sunset. Celestia walked up and hugged Sunset. Sunset froze up like a statue as Celestia continued to squeeze. “I'm sorry Celestia.” “Don't be Sunset.” Celestia said in a calm, caring voice. Celestia released the hug and stared at Sunset with a shining smile. “You did what your heart told you to do. That's all I can ask for.” “It...it is?” “Yes.” Celestia nodded. “You protected your friend. Isn't that what you did?” “Yeah...” “See? You have a good kind heart.” Celestia said as she gripped Sunset's shoulders. “Now, let me guess...you've been constantly thinking that you messed up again, didn't you?” “I...uh...yeah.” “You didn't mess up Sunset. You're not a failure.” Celestia hugged her again. “Don't ever think that, okay?” Sunset wanted to say no, but couldn't. All she could do was say, “I...I won't think that anymore. I promise.” “Good.” Celestia released the hug and grabbed the doorknob. “Now, before we have lunch...I have one more thing to tell you.” “What's that?” “Unless you have to, don't ever get into another fight. Got it? Violence is never the answer.” “I understand.” “Do you promise?” “I promise.” Sunset nodded. “Good. Now, Let's have some lunch. Shall we?” “Yeah!” Sunset said with a small smile. The two went inside and the rest of the day was filled with nothing but joy. They ate, talked, and had some fun together. Before Sunset knew it, it was time to go to bed. After the usual hygiene and other parts of the night routine, Sunset found herself in her room. She checked the book, only to see that Twilight hadn't wrote anything. Sunset decided to write a few sentences. Dear Twilight, Sorry, but I've had a long day. Would you mind if we talk tomorrow instead? A few minutes later, a response came in. Sure. In fact, I have to study for a big test from Princess Celestia tomorrow, so could we postpone it till Monday? Sure. Sunset put the pen down and closed the book. Her head laid down on her pillow as a long sigh escaped her breath. 'Ahhh...' she thought as she made herself comfortable. 'Let's just hope next week will be much better...' The next Monday... Sunset walked down the hallways of Canterlot High, her face completely pale. Her legs shook like jello as she went down hall after hall. Finally, she reached the door she was looking for. The door to the principal's office. Her hand slowly gripped the doorknob and silently turned it. There, she entered the room, only to see four chairs in front of her. Three were already occupied. Her heart sank into despair as her eyes looked at each person in the room. The chairs' occupants were Rainbow Dash, Lightning Dust and Gilda while Celestia was sitting behind a large desk. Standing beside her with her arms crossed was Luna. “Hello Sunset.” Celestia said in a monotone voice. “Please sit down. We have a lot to discuss.”