At the Canterlot High's Cafeteria, eight Imperial Phoenix Soldiers were keeping their eyes sharp on Storm Shadow in making sure he doesn't try to escape.
As Storm Shadow feinted, both soldiers went and checked on him. And just before they could do anything, he broke the ropes loose. He used his knife in cutting their throats. He then threw it at the third's chest. He charged in as he kicked the first soldier to counter table's edge hard. He turned to the second as he cracked the latter's arm. Four of them fired their guns but he dodged them accurately and quickly. He charged at them as he punched, kicked, cracked and broken their heads, necks, chests and legs.
The securities were all killed. Storm Shadow huffed as he approached to the table where his blades and gears were left. He put them on before his mask on.
"Time to finish the mission..."
In the evening, the limo has reached the Canterlot High. Strikespell, Twilight Sparkle and her siblings, and Sunset Shimmer emerged from the limo. They all returned to their place - Strikespell returned to the judges at the entrance where he spoke with his mother about his father, Twilight Sparkle and her siblings returned to Crystal Prep group at Canterlot High's right block, and Sunset returned to her group at building's left block.
Sunset took the glance at Twilight and her siblings. They were all upset, pained and despaired since the death of Azure Phoenix. He meant a lot to them since he is both mentor and father figure so much. She prayed that everything are alright with them.
Dean Cadance announced through her mike, "Since the score's tied, the final event will determine the winner of the Friendship Games."
"Somewhere on campus, a pennant from each school has been hidden. The first team to find their school's flag and bring it back wins." Shining Armor announced as he held both the greenish flag with golden dragon symbol and the bluish flag with golden phoenix symbol.
Dean Cadance nodded, "And as soon as our teams are ready, we'll begin."
Sunset Shimmer approached to her team. All of her friends (Mane Six, Cutie Mark Crusaders, Dragon Strike Force and Autobots) approached her at once. They all asked where Sunset has been while complimented and remarked of how much worry they really are for Sunset Shimmer.
"Sunset, are you alright?" Flash asked in concern.
Sunset Shimmer sighed, "Yeah. Sorry for making you all so worried. I was preoccupied with Twilight."
"Did you apologized to Twilight about the second event," Applejack asked in concern.
Apple Bloom nodded in concern, "I hope you both are okay with it."
"Maybe..." Sunset answered unhappily. Everyone looked confuse and concern of Sunset's answers. She sighed again as she said tearfully and upset, "Something bad has happen. It hurts Twilight a lot than my anger and concerns."
Everyone looked very concern and worry about Sunset Shimmer's answers.
"Dear God... What happen?" Rarity asked in concern while holding Sweetie Belle.
Sweetie Belle gulped, "So, I hope nothing bad has happens."
"It is, Sweetie Belle. Azure Phoenix is dead." Sunset Shimmer explained. Everyone gasped in concern and shock. She continued tearfully, "The doctor said that he just removed something blocked his mutant powers. But it has side effects in making him grew old and takes long time to heal. Because of that, he died right in front of mine and her eyes. He's gone..."
Fluttershy gasped, "Oh my god... Poor Twilight... That's terrible..."
Fluttershy breakdown in tear. Terrorcreep approached her. She turned and hugged him for comfort. He hugged her back.
Drift sighed while shaking his head, "She must be heartbroken and despaired now."
Hound sighed, "If it were someone I care, I would feel the same way too, Samurai Old Bot."
"You know what?" Rainbow Dash asked in upset. Everyone looked at her. She sighed, "I don't think I can play anymore. If someone is upset to do it, it'll be unfair to anyone else! Terrorcreep's right. It's not worth it."
Scootaloo nodded, "Me too..."
Aquastroke approached and hugged both Rainbow Dash and Scootaloo for comfort. Everyone all muttered and chatted in upset. Some hugged each other for comfort. Others remain quiet for needing some time out. It's very bad time for everyone.
"What are we gonna do?" Laxtinct asked in concern.
Pinkie nodded, "Yeah... We've gotta cheer Twilight up for Sunset to apologize to her."
Icy nodded in agreement, "I'm with you, Pinkie."
"Me too!" Cutie Mark Crusaders agreed.
"Not only that, we should be concern with her amulet," Shorty Thinking said sternly. Everyone looked at him. He turned and shown his computer to them about the chart of magic, "According to my scanner and analysis since the morning, the magic Twilight has collected is becoming unstable and dangerous than before. This could mean one thing."
"Shit... Don't tell us," Crosshairs remarked in anger.
"We're so screwed!" Brains exclaimed in concern.
Wheelie screamed, "Don't say it, buddy! You're making me panicked and freaked out!"
Tailtech sighed, "Afraid so, guys. The magic could either create dangerous monstrous forms or destroy the world."
Everyone commented in concern about the amulet Twilight is wearing. They have to deal with it before it could cause the damages or even to Twilight Sparkle.
Prowl hissed as he turned to Optimus Prime, "If that is true, our world will be destroyed soon!"
"Then, we must prevent it at all cost," Optimus Prime said firmly as he turned to unhappy yet struggled Twilight Sparkle. He continued, "I feared that Principal Cinch may tried to force her to do it. We have to help Twilight Sparkle. We are her friends."
Sunset Shimmer nodded in agreement, "Yeah. And I'll do it. I cause the troubles. I'll fix it and make it up for her."
Flash Sentry patted Sunset's shoulder, "Count on me. I'll help too."
"So are we," Sideswipe commented.
As Bumblebee whistled proudly and happily, everyone chatted and nodded in agreement that they wanted to help her and Twilight Sparkle because they're their friends too.
"Hey... Where're Shadow Dragon and Flare Tiger?" Sunset Shimmer asked in realization.
Everyone shrugged of the answers. They have no idea where both Shadow Dragon and Flare Tiger have gone or disappear to.
"We should tell Roadblock about it too," Tessa said in concern, "He has to be prepared for it."
Cade nodded, "Alright. I'll talk with Roadblock about it."
Cade headed off and talk with Roadblock about the situation. Roadblock nodded in agreement and understanding. Cade turned and returned to his group. Roadblock turned to his team.
"Keep your sharp eye on anything. Some serious fireworks about to happen," Roadblock said firmly.
G.I. Joe nodded, "Yes, sir."
G.I. Joe headed off towards the Crystal Prep's side for not only arming and readying their weapons and guns, but also to learn and overhearing of what's going on or planning from Principal Cinch and her students. They have the funny feelings something bad is about to happen.
Principal Cinch was discussing with the Shadowbolts about the strategy in winning the Friendship Games. Twilight was distracted as she was glancing and wondering about her amulet. Both Lance and Nyx were standing close to her as they wanted to make comfort for their sister. Spike still hidden behind the bushes.
Shining Armor noticed his sister being distracted yet sad and pained. He turned to Dean Cadance if she knows about it. She shook her head. Both of them wondered of what's really going on with Twilight Sparkle lately since the second event. Strikespell approached to the couples as he has something to tell them about her and recent events...
Principal Cinch grunted in upset, "I know I'm asking you to beat a team that isn't playing fair, but Canterlot High must be made to understand that even with magic at their disposal, beating Crystal Prep is simply not an option."
"What if they grow wings again?" Sugarcoat asked.
"A fair question. But Minister Cunning Fury has informed me of what can be done," Principal Cinch said calmly as she turned to Twilight Sparkle and her siblings, "We can now fight fire with fire. I've seen what your device can do, Twilight. Containing magical energy is fine, but have you considered releasing it?"
Arthur Warfate gasped in concern of what he just heard. Indigo Zap and Lemon Zest also worry about Principal Cinch's plans.
"Are you crazy?! Twilight's not well now!" Lance exclaimed in anger.
Nyx nodded in concern, "Unleash the Magic is very dangerous! No telling what it can do to others!"
"They're right! And I don't even understand how it works." Twilight said in concern. She sighed, "It's best that I should return the magic to them. It's theirs, not mine."
"Absolutely not! It's yours, not theirs anymore," Principal Cinch exclaimed in denial. Twilight and her siblings yelped in concern. She continued, "And you'd like to understand. And since our opponents have already used it to stay competitive, I see no reason why we shouldn't do the same."
"No!" Indigo Zap snapped angrily. Everyone gasped as they turned to her. She continued, "I don't want to be part of this! I won't do it!"
"By the phoenix, you dare against the idea?! Would you rather lose than win with magic?!"
"What?! No! I want to win! More than anything else!"
"Then, why are you against it?!" Principal Cinch demanded. Indigo Zap hissed while remained silent. She hummed, "Isn't it because of your coach? Let me remind you of what he has done to us - he resigned from Crystal Prep Academy! He betrayed us, left us and ruined our reputation! And the worse, he did to you - he abandoned you. Tell me, are you satisfy with this, Indigo Zap?"
Indigo Zap looked down while showing the face of pain and upset like the words struck her heart. Principal Cinch was right. Blazefist did resign from Crystal Prep Academy to Canterlot High after the mission. It did pain and hurt her a lot. But he came back for her, trained and helped her, and cared and loved her like a family. Indigo Zap took a deep breathe as she knows the answers.
Indigo Zap looked up and glared at Principal Cinch, "I am. And I'll be there for him, just as he did for me!"
"What?! That's outrageous!" Principal Cinch exclaimed in anger, "Have you forgotten of what the Canterlot High has done to the Tricross Relay?! They used the magic to win especially the plant creatures! You saw what Rainbow Crash did. She transformed into some mutant with-!"
"Did you pay any attention?! The rift holes just came out of nowhere attacked all of us! And it's Rainbow Dash, not Crash! It's Sunset Shimmer who win that game, not her! I was there and helped her beat the white ninja!"
"But-!"
"No! I won't be part of it! I won't cheat the game!"
Principal Cinch scoffed a bit, "Very well. You're disqualified."
Everyone gasped in concern especially Indigo Zap. She was out of the games?! Being part of the game and winning it was her dream but gone!
"You can't do this! She's important to the team!" Twilight exclaimed in concern.
"Was important to the team," Principal Cinch corrected sternly while glaring at Indigo Zap, "You bring disappointment to the school and your family. You're just like him."
Just as Indigo Zap looked down, both familiar characters stood besides her - Lemon Zest on right side while Arthur Warfate stood on left side.
"If she disqualified, so do I!" Lemon Zest exclaimed proudly, "I maybe wild and crazy about music, I ain't stupid about the games. And my pops hates cheating. So do I!"
Arthur nodded in agreement, "I won't be part of it too. My father would never suggest that, and my brother won't agree it too."
"Guys..." Indigo Zap said in surprise yet relief. She turned and glared at Principal Cinch, "You're gonna be sorry for what you're gonna do. Everyone will hear about this!"
Principal Cinch smirked, "I highly doubtful. And trust me, all agree with this. Now leave..."
Jason Striker nodded, "She has the point. It's time to show them who's the boss."
None of Shadowbolts or even her friends - Sugarcoat, Sour Sweet and Sunny Flare would dare to defy Principal Cinch or even support Indigo Zap's opinion. Just before Indigo Zap left with her two members, she turned to Twilight Sparkle and her siblings.
"I know you and I aren't great friends. But don't do it, please. You know it ain't right," Indigo Zap pleaded in concern. Twilight Sparkle was surprise. She asked, "Ask yourself, Twi. What Azure Phoenix and Strikespell wanted for you to do?"
"Indigo..." Twilight said in surprise as this is the first time to have someone to give friendly advice for her.
Indigo Zap and her two members headed off at once. They have to tell their family members and staffs about Principal Cinch's plans in winning the games.
"Pay no attention to deserters," Principal Cinch said sternly as she approached Twilight Sparkle and her siblings, "Unless, of course, you have no interest in Everton. Though, honestly, I think there's more knowledge packed in that little device than any independent study program could offer."
"Finally show your true colors..." Jason muttered, "Just as he expected..."
Twilight Sparkle and her siblings gulped in concern. They're not gonna like it...
At the Canterlot High's rooftop, both Shadow Dragon and Flare Tiger were still sitting on its edge while Dragoking was still sleeping on the floor. A sudden shaken and tingling on her body, Flare Tiger quivered and shivered in shock and concern. Dragoking hissed in surprise as he looked up and turned to her. Shadow Dragon noticed it as he knew one thing...
"Flare Tiger, what is it?" Shadow Dragon asked in concern.
Flare Tiger looked down as she spotted Principal Cinch and students were chatting with Twilight Sparkle and her siblings. She gasped in concern.
"Something bad is gonna happen to Twilight! Principal Cinch is pressuring Twilight Sparkle to Unleash the Magic!"
"WHAT?! Is she crazy?!"
"Crazy or not, that mad principal want to win the game than caring for other students! We have to stop them now before it's too late!"
Before Shadow Dragon could say anything, he gasped as if he sensed something foul through air. He looked around in search of sources. As he looked down, he spotted the second level's windows opened below Crystal Prep. And popped the familiar white ninja's head.
"Yeah, we'd better," Shadow Dragon muttered in concern. He turned to Flare Tiger and Dragoking, "You and Dragoking save Twilight while I deal with Storm Shadow."
Flare Tiger gasped, "He escaped?!"
"No time! Go!"
As Dragoking coiled around her body, Flare Tiger rushed and entered the dome and walked all the way down the stairs. Shadow Dragon climbed down the pipe. They have to stop both chaos and assassination before it's too late!
Arthur and Lemon Zest went informed Scar Brilliance and Drillmap about Principal Cinch and her plans. Their family members were in shock yet angry as they quickly informed Strikespell who is now gritted his teeth in fury and anger.
Indigo Zap went all the way to Canterlot High's side where Mane Six were still discussing with their allies of what they can do. She stopped right in front of them as she was taking some breathe.
"Indigo?" Rainbow Dash asked in surprise.
Blazefist approach and patted his protege's shoulder, "What are you doing here? Why aren't you with the team?"
"Coach! Principal Cinch went mad!" Indigo Zap exclaimed in fear, "She's forcing Twilight Unleash the Magic to win the game! I tried but she wouldn't listen!"
Everyone was in shock worried and scared of what they just heard. It's what they have feared now. Principal Cinch was willing to put everyone in danger.
"Son of a bitch..." Aqaustroke remarked in anger.
"You shouldn't have said that," Scootaloo said in concern.
"But she's right. Principal Cinch went mad," Apple Bloom said in fear.
Sweetie Belle gulped, "Twilight wouldn't do it, would she?"
Sunset panted a bit yet fearfully and worried, "No..."
On Crystal Prep's side, Principal Cinch approached and chatted with Twilight Sparkle and her siblings about the using magic from amulet for their advantage. She go around them before returned to the position. The students approached to the front of Sparkle Siblings.
Principal Cinch: I realize that you've always been an outcast
It's not everyone at school who likes to think
To find a student that's like you
I've had one or maybe two
But the good ones disappear before I blink
(Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh
Oh, wuh-oh-wuh)
As Twilight was adjusting her glasses, Principal Cinch went close to the former. The principal gave the student chin up with a flick of her finger. She moved back as she gave the snap of her fingers while gave the glare at Twilight Sparkle and her siblings. The Shadowbolts approached and glaring at Twilight Sparkle.
Principal Cinch: Now, I understand you have your reservations (oh-wuh)
It's hard to have a brain as large as yours (oh-oh-oh-oh)
But if we don't win these games
Well, I think I've made it plain
What will happen if we have the losing scores!
(Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh
Oh, wuh-oh-wuh)
Shadowbolts went around Twilight Sparkle and her siblings like pack of hungry wolves stalking a lone prey. As Twilight was being surrounded, distracted and pressured by them, both Sour Sweet and Royal Pin grabbed both Nyx and Lance by their shoulders hard and tightly
Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, unleash the magic
If we lose, then you're to blame (ah, ah-ah-ah)
They all have used it, maybe abused it (ah-ah-ah)
So then why can't we do the same?
(Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh
Oh, wuh-oh-wuh)
As Twilight was looking at her siblings held hostages in fear and worried, Principal Cinch approached and chatted with her about the magic again.
Principal Cinch: Call it power, call it magic
If we lose, it will be tragic
More important is the knowledge we'll have lost (oh-oh-oh-oh)
As Storm Shadow armed with his blowpipe and dart in ready to fire at Twilight Sparkle, something kicked and hit him to the ground. As the white ninja got up, he spotted Shadow Dragon armed with his Darkness Blade. Storm Shadow armed with his twin katanas. They both charged as they swung and clashed their blades at each other while dodging and avoiding the attacks.
Principal Cinch: A chance like this won't come again
You'll regret not giving in
Isn't understanding magic worth the cost?
(Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh
Oh, wuh-oh-wuh)
As Principal Cinch was talking with Twilight Sparkle, the Shadowbolts approached from the latter's back as they continued demanding and pressuring about using the magic. Both Lance and Nyx grew worried and scared for their sister since the latter hasn't recovered from her depression of Azure Phoenix's death.
Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, unleash the magic
We're not friends here after all
Our only interest in this business (ah-ah-ah)
Is seeing Canterlot High School fall
(Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh
Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh)
Inside the building's second level, both Shadow Dragon and Storm Shadow continued battled with each other. They both clashed their swords for the moment. The white ninja slammed and pushed his hand against the young hero's head but the latter nudged on the former's stomach hard. The young hero headbutted the white ninja before pushed the latter to the walls hard. Nudged by the elbow, Storm Shadow punched on Shadow Dragon's stomach before kicked the latter off.
Shadow Dragon swung his Darkness Blade over Storm Shadow's head but blocked as the latter swung his left one at the former. The young hero dodged down before slammed and rammed the white ninja hard to the wall. Shadow Dragon wielded his Darkness Blade in ready to strike but Storm Shadow blocked it with his twin katanas while standing up still. Both sides swung and clashed their blades at each other fierce and determinedly.
Principal Cinch: What I'm suggesting's very simple
And since it's win-win on all scores
You only want to learn about the
Magic that you have stored
On the front lawn, Principal Cinch encouraged Twilight Sparkle darkly to open the amulet while showing her to her siblings held by Sour Sweet and Royal Pin from behind. The principal moved the the prized pupil all the way to the front. Principal Cinch pushed Twilight Sparkle to the front. It is time to Unleash the Magic!
Principal Cinch: And as for me and all the others
We only want what we deserve
That our school will clinch the win
And my legacy will endure
Twilight was not only still in sad and pain but being worried, scared and feared. Not only her application to Everton Independence Studies pressured her, but also her siblings held hostage. She didn't want to open the amulet but she has no choice. As she held her amulet, she then marched to the front.
Indigo Zap spotted Twilight marching, she pointed her rivals and friends to the front. Mane Six, Cutie Mark Crusaders, Dragon Strike Force, Autobots and Flash Sentry turned and found what Indigo Zap have saw. Twilight Sparkle was really want to go through?!
Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, unleash the magic
If we lose, then it's a crime
But we can win it if you begin it (ah-ah-ah)
It's up to you to not fail this time
(Male Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, free the magic now
Female Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, free the magic now)
Both Twilight Sparkle and Sunset Shimmer were approaching to the front. Twilight took the amulet out from hanging around her neck while looking at it. They both stopped on the middle. From the judges' stage, Minister Cunning Fury smiled in please as if he was expecting the plan to come true.
Twilight Sparkle: Imagine all I'll learn by setting it free
(Male Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, free the magic now
Female Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, free the magic now)
Shining Armor took his mike, "If both teams are ready..."
Just before Sunset Shimmer could do anything, Twilight Sparkle placed the finger on amulet in turning it on. Sunset gasped in shock and concern. The others also gasped as they too noticed it. She's going to Unleash the Magic!
As Sour Sweet and Royal Pin were holding both Nyx and Lance tight, they all heard the snarling noise. They turned to their back as they found Spike snarling and growling in anger. He barked at them fiercely and ferociously. Both Sour Sweet and Royal Pin immediately abandoned holding hostages. Nyx and Lance held and hugged Spike for freeing them in time.
Twilight Sparkle: And now winning these games depends on me
(Male Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, free the magic now
Female Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, free the magic now)
Lance, Nyx and Spike ran and passed through the Shadowbolts students hard. They have to stop Twilight Sparkle from unleashing the Magic!
Twilight Sparkle took the glance at the amulet as it glowed darkly and evilly. It shown the skull symbol with strange masked pattern-like and cobra on top of it. Her eyes sparkled darkly with cyanish glow.
Twilight Sparkle: And what doors might open if I try to use it
(Male Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, free the magic now
Female Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, free the magic now)
Dean Cadance took the mike, "the last event of the Friendship Games begins..."
Both Canterlot High School and Crystal Prep Academy students cheered wildly and proudly that they want their schools win the school!
Twilight Sparkle began opening the amulet. Principal Cinch smiled in please. Sunset Shimmer gasped as she quickly trotted off at once. Sunset's friends, Autobots and G.I. Joe spotted too as they quickly charged in and ran quickly at once. Lance, Nyx and Spike just came out from the Shadowbolts students blockade. They have to stop her now!
Minister Cunning Fury smirked darkly. Everything is about to go wrong...
"Twilight, Noooooo!" Everyone screamed in fear.
Twilight Sparkle: But the magic's what I really want to see
Shadowbolts: Unleash the magic, free the magic...
Unleash the magic, free the magic...
Just before Shining Armor and Dean Cadance could do anything, Flare Tiger bumped and rammed through the judges out from the entrance. She held her right hand out in reaching. Dragoking slithered around her body to her right one out.
HISS! SCREECH! Everyone stopped especially Twilight Sparkle opening the amulet as they found Dragoking was flying straight at them. He snapped and closed the amulet down before landed on the ground. He screeched wildly but in triumph as he had the amulet in his fangs.
"YES! Good one, Dragoking!" Flare Tiger exclaimed happily.
Cunning Fury muttered and grunt in fury, "Curses! Curses that Anaconda!"
"Dragoking, give that back now!" Twilight demanded in anger. As Dragoking hissed in anger and fury, Twilight stopped as she knew Dragoking well because he wasn't happy about her doing or fulfilling his master's order. She gasped in realization, "Where's Shadow Dragon?!"
CRASH! BOOM! Everyone turned to their back as they found the school building's second level broke to pieces. Shadow Dragon was bringing Storm Shadow straight down while the white ninja punched and nudged on the young hero's back hard and ferociously. They both slammed on the ground hard.
Twilight, Sunset and all of their friends gasped in concern as they called and shouted his name. They quickly ran towards him. They all stopped as they found something shocking. Both Shadow Dragon and Storm Shadow held their sword at each other's throat though they both were wounded and injured. All of G.I. Joe armed and aimed their guns and machine guns at Storm Shadow.
"You shouldn't have interfere my duty!" Storm Shadow exclaimed in anger, "I could have prevent the catastrophe!"
Shadow Dragon hissed, "I can't let you kill her. Drop it!"
Knowing he's outnumbered and overwhelmed, Storm Shadow sheathed his twin katanas back. Both Snake Eyes and Jinx cuffed his hand on his back.
Shadow Dragon almost fall but grabbed by Flare Tiger in time. Shadow Dragon turned and found Dragoking slithered towards him. The snake passed the amulet to his master. Shadow Dragon patted his pet gently. He turned and faced at Twilight Sparkle.
Twilight Sparkle shown relief and happy to see Shadow Dragon alive as she can feel her heartbeat very fast. But she remembered of what she did to him. She chose to look away while reaching her hand out in front of him. Everyone was in shock and concern as they know what it means.
"Shadow Dragon, please give it back to me," Twilight said sternly yet painfully.
"No," Shadow Dragon answered firmly. Twilight was in shock and upset as she was about to argue. He interrupted, "Before you could argue with me, I'm sorry about Azure Phoenix."
"Wh-What? How did you-?"
"Strikespell told me everything. He was a great hero."
Twilight turned and looked at Strikespell who nodded in confirmation. He hugged his tearfully mother for comfort and caring.
"Twilight, I'm sorry for neglecting you, hurting you and making you upset and pain," Shadow Dragon said in upset, "But I'd never ever think of you as replacement for Iris Crystal. I really and truly love you so much because of who you really are."
Twilight said in surprise, "Shadow Dragon..."
"Twilight, remembering Iris Crystal is not really curse, it's the reminder of how much time and moments we have for some years ago. Not only because she's my girlfriend, but she's my friend. I know she's important to you too. You'd never hate you. Am I right?"
"I... I..." Twilight sighed in defeat, "You're right. She is to me. She's like an older sister I'd never had. We were both so close until you came. I fell in love with you but she got to you. I was so jealous of it. I want her go away so badly, so I can have you. But she's gone because of me."
Shadow Dragon sighed, "Twilight, don't blame yourself because of the past. It's not your fault. It's mine that cause you like this."
"It is! I lost Iris Crystal because of me! I lost my newly friendship with these girls because of me and my stupid research! I broke up with you because of me and my pride," Twilight Sparkle said tearfully and unhappily. She sighed unhappily, "I really want to make friends. I want to fulfill Iris's promise. But... I don't deserve this."
Everyone remained silent and concern as they were all sad, pained and pitiful to see her like this. She really want to make friends. Sunset sighed calmly as she approached Twilight Sparkle from her back. She patted the young scientist's shoulder gently. Twilight turned to Sunset Shimmer.
"You're wrong, Twilight. You deserve it," Sunset said calmly. Twilight turned to her as the former was surprised. She continued, "Twilight, I'm sorry for this. I'd never want to make you break up with Shadow Dragon. I was just pressured because of the magic. And I want to protect my friends from being blamed."
"Sunset..." Twilight said in shock.
Sunset smiled a bit, "You're not alone, Twilight. We still can be friends. I promised Azure Phoenix that some of us will be your friends. And we intend to do it. After all, Friendship is Magic."
"Friendship is Magic..." Twilight said in surprise.
All of Sunset Shimmer's friends and allies including Twilight's siblings nodded in agreement. Twilight gasped in realization. She took the small scroll out. It's the same one Azure Phoenix have gave to her. She read it carefully. Her eyes widened in surprise and shock. She took a deep breathe before released it.
"I know what I have to do now. Thank you, everyone," Twilight said firmly. She turned faced at the judges, "Secretary Strikespell, Minister Virtue, Principal Celestia and Dean Cadance; I wish to be disqualified from the final game. I don't deserve to be part of it. I'm sorry."
Everyone but Strikespell gasped in surprise and shock of what they just heard. Sunset, her friends and allies smiled in relief and proud to see Twilight chose not to be part of it. Others like Crystal Prep Academy were in shock yet upset and angry with her decision especially Principal Cinch. Strikespell smiled secretly like he's been expecting it while Cunning Fury grunted in anger and cursed in fury.
Shining Armor sighed as he climbed down the stairs. He approached Twilight Sparkle who looked away from him. Instead of scolding or arguing, the older brother hugged his younger sister for both comfort and siblings-love. But at the same time, he cried and sobbed tearfully.
"Shining Armor..." Twilight said in shock and surprise, "I don't understand. Why? I thought you're mad with me."
Shining Armor shook his head while looking at her, "I'd never been mad at you, Twiley. I was mad at myself for putting you into this mess. I just want you to have fun at this game and make some friends. I'd never should have forced you into this. And I'm sorry about Azure Phoenix too. Can forgive BBBFF for this mistake?"
Twilight giggled a bit, "Of course, silly. I'd never been mad at you. I wish I could tell you how I feel. I'm sorry too."
Both Shining Armor and Twilight Sparkle continued hugging. Everyone felt happy, relief and pleased to see brother and sister hugging together. Even Shadowbolts felt the same as well.
"You insolent and ungrateful brat! How dare you disobey me?!" Principal Cinch hissed in anger. Everyone turned and glared at her. The principal approached as she wanted to punish the student but stopped by Strikespell. She cleared her throat, "Mr. Secretary, your prized pupil have not only disobey my direct order but bring shame and disappointment to the school, you and your father. She should be punished."
"Actually, I'm proud of it. But there's punishment for someone else," Strikespell said sternly as he gave the glare at nervous Principal Cinch, "Not only you have disobeyed and defied my order for involving Twilight in the games, you dare blackmailed my pupil in denying her application?!"
Everyone gasped in shock and concern. They all glared at Principal Cinch.
"How did you know this?!" Principal Cinch asked fearfully.
"Me..." Jason Strike said darkly as he stood besides with Strikespell, "I was his double agent and spy, not just school prefect."
"Oh dear..."
Strikespell approached and glared at Principal Cinch, "Oh dear, indeed! Who authorized this?! Or was it you think less of me?! Am I not worthy to my father's succession?"
"No, sir! It wasn't me! I'd never disobey you!" Principal Cinch bowed down while pleaded for mercy, "It was you who authorized me to ensure Twilight Sparkle be part of three event! Honest!"
Strikespell demanded in fury, "Don't test me! I'm in not very good mood now! I've lost my father because of assassination! And I nearly lost my pupil because of your selfishness! I won't ask again - who did this?!"
"Me..."
BANG! Strikespell yelped in pain as he fell to the front. Jason Striker and Principal Celestia immediately grabbed and saved him from falling to the ground. Who shot at the Secretary of United States?!
As everyone turned to their back, they found Minister Cunning Fury hold the gun?!
"FATHER?!" Arthur and Scar Brilliance demanded in shock.
Strikespell grunted painfully as he turned and glared at Cunning Fury, "You?! You're the traitor?! Why?!"
HISS! A sudden changes on Cunning Fury's body as he continued laughing hysterically and sinsiterly. He began configuring and transforming into a familiar dark character.
"Cobra Commander?!" Roadblock asked in shock as he, Autobots and Military Soldiers armed and aimed their guns at him. He demanded, "That was you?! You're the one who approved Principal Cinch's offer?! You're the one who ordered Azure Phoenix's assassination?! You're the one who controlled the amulet?!"
Cobra Commander smirked beneath his mask, "That is right, old friend. Everything has gone according to my plans."
Optimus Prime held his Shotgun Blaster at Cobra Commander, "That will never come. You're outnumbered and overwhelmed. Surrender now!"
Dragon Strike Force, Autobots, G.I. Joe, both Western Dragon and Imperial Phoenix Soldiers armed and aimed their personal weapons, machine guns, shot guns, pistol guns and sniper at him. Mane Six and Cutie Mark Crusaders stayed close to Twilight Sparkle, along with others.
"We shall see..." Cobra Commander scoffed darkly as he climbed down the stairs. He then approached Twilight Sparkle formally yet calmly but everyone glared and aimed their weapons at him. He stopped as he spoke, "Now, Twilight Sparkle, finish what you have started. Open the amulet now."
Twilight Sparkle shook her head, "No. I'm done taking order."
"Perhaps this will change your mind," Cobra Commander said darkly as he took the gun and fired at Shadow Dragon's left chest twice. The young hero screamed in pain as he fell his back on the ground but grabbed by both Blazefist and Saber Dragoon. Everyone still aimed their guns at him.
"That is Anti-Power Bullet. Hit once - power shut down temporarily. Hit twice - power being blackout for good. Hit thrice - dead," Cobra Commander said darkly and ruthlessly. He turned and glared at his enemies, "That's not the only trick I have in my sleeves."
Just before they could do anything, the military soldiers suddenly screamed in pain. Some held their head tightly like trying to get a hold of themselves. Others dropped to the ground hard while screaming like mad men. As they were screaming, their pupils slowly faded away and replaced with blank only.
With that has been replace, they slowly armed and wielded their weapons. The soldier aimed at not only their military officers or politicians, but also at the civilians! What's happening to them?!
As Cobra Commander laughed darkly, five people approached and stood besides with their commander. Their bodies, like Cobra Commander's disguise, configured and transformed into the forms of Destro, Baroness, Dr. Minder, the older and younger twins with curly and long brown hair dressed in dark navy robes with crimson sashes - Tomax and Xamot.
"Excellent work, Tomax and Xamot," Cobra Commander complimented, "Your mind control work perfectly well. All are under our control."
Tomax and Xamot bowed, "Thank you, Commander. We are honored to serve you."
"Drop the weapons. All shall die at once," Cobra Commander demanded. The heroes and their allies wanted to kill the enemies but it's risky when the civilians or even themselves were at risk. They have no choice but put down their weapons. He approached Twilight Sparkle, "Now listen carefully, Twilight Sparkle. You either obey my command or your newly friendship, family and love will expire forever."
Twilight gasped, "No! You can't do that!"
"Then do as I said," Cobra Commander said darkly, "Unleash the Magic, Free the Magic Now!"
Cobra Commander approached as he has some chat with Twilight Sparkle for the moment. Everyone glared at him in anger and fury. They all wanted to kill for not only pointing the guns at them and innocents, but also forcing Twilight Sparkle to obey him and his order.
Cobra Commander: If these people were so precious to you,
Then it is wise that you obey me.
And I can promise you that no harm
Will come to any of them!
Cobra Commander turned Twilight Sparkle to the front as he then guided and accompany her to the front. He then push her out.
Cobra Commander: And as for me and all the others
We only want what we needed
That the power is within our grasp
And my legacy will endure!
(Cobra: Unleash the Magic. Free the Magic Now
Unleash the Magic, Free the Magic Now)
Twilight Sparkle took the glance of her friends, family and even her loved one who were all shocked, feared and worried. She hissed in fear as she has no choice. She took the amulet out as she headed to the front. She then pressed the button of amulet.
Twilight: Imagine all of my friends dead because of me
Now saving their lives depends on Me...
(Cobra: Unleash the Magic. Free the Magic Now
Unleash the Magic, Free the Magic Now)
As everyone continued begging and pleading her of not to Unleash the Magic, Twilight sobbed and cried tearfully as she didn't want to do it but forced because of them in danger. The amulet grew and glowed darker and eerily than before. She began opening the amulet slowly.
Twilight: If sacrifices required, it will be me to do it.
The people I love will be saved from danger.
(Cobra: Unleash the Magic. Free the Magic Now
Unleash the Magic, Free the Magic Now)
"Twilight, Noooooooooo!" Everyone shouted in concern and feared.
Cobra Commander screamed, "Do iiittttttt!"
As the amulet was opened in two, the orb within it grew bigger and exploded, causing it to disappeared and knocked everyone but Cobra Commander out. Twilight Sparkle have her glasses and hair rubber band dropped while her long hair blown very hard. The auras of darkness in the area reentered the amulet as it slowly and enlarging the sphere of darkness.
Everyone were in shocked, feared, scared, worried and horrified by the magic's power. Cobra Commander remained still and firm while looking at the event. As Twilight Sparkle was still holding the amulet and Sphere of Darkness, it slowly and magically lifted her up in midair.
The amulet dropped down. The sphere slowly enlarging than before while Twilight still holding it. Everyone but Cobra Commander gasped. As the Sphere of Darkness slowly consumed her, Twilight Sparkle struggled and grunted in getting out. She turned and held her hand out to reach her friends and Shadow Dragon.
Twilight Sparkle screamed, "Heeeeeeeeeelllllllp... meeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!"
"TWILIGHT!" Shadow Dragon screamed as he struggled in getting up while reaching his girlfriend's hand.
As they both tried to reach other's hands, the Sphere of Darkness immediately gobbled her up into it. Everyone gasped in shock. The Sphere of Darkness glowed and blinked darkly rapidly. Twilight Sparkle began to transform into another form - a dark lavender female with blazing dark hair and long tail dressed in her demonically dress, long sleeves gloves and boots-like, as well as wearing the cyan transparent glasses. She also has the raven wings-like and long torn horn. Her eyes are pure darker than the innocent one.
Everyone gasped in shock. Some were heartbroken, shocked and pained to see her into monstrous form. Others were feared, scared and worried of what will she do with the magic now. Cobra Commander smiled in please for the results.
Cutie Mark Crusaders gasped, "Not again!"
"Twiley?" Shining Armor asked in concern.
Applejack gulped in fear, "Are you alright, Twilight?"
Twilight Sparkle smiled in please, "Never been better... But that weakling Twilight Sparkle is gone, but what stood before you is new improved Midnight Sparkle! It's amazing!"
Everyone was in shock and scared. This isn't Twilight Sparkle they know of.
"What happen to our sister?!" Shining Armor demanded in concern.
Applejack gulped, "Why is she a monster? She's a good person, not evil like the Dazzlings or anyone else."
Shorty Thinking hissed, "The unstable and dangerous magic Twilight collected has corrupt her into this. It is what I feared the most. She's beyond the person she once was."
"You mean - She's Midnight Sparkle now, and not Twilight we know and love?!" Pinkie Pie asked in concern.
Tailtech gulped, "Afraid so. But why would they go through with such dramatic measure?"
"I'm glad you enjoy it," Cobra Commander said in please to Twilight Sparkle, "Capture and restrain her now!"
Before Midnight Sparkle could do anything, she felt dizziness yet lots of aches. She screamed in pain as she held hers tightly. Tomax and Xamot held their right and left hand out like they were trying to control her. Both Destro and Baroness used and shot their grappling hook blaster at her hands. They then pressed some buttons on theirs in bringing her down on the ground while pulling tightly in restraining her from escaping.
As Midnight Sparkle screamed and screeched in anger, Dr. Mindbender approached her with his suitcase. He put it down before opened it. He took the injector out as he began draining the blood out of her. Each time he drained and replace with new test tubes, Midnight Sparkle screamed in pain and anger.
"What are they doing with her?" Rainbow Dash demanded.
Fluttershy gulped, "It doesn't look too good."
Shorty's eyes widened in concern and shock, "This was their plan from the start! They used your magic to create Rainbow Energon. And now they need Dark Magic by mixing the magic and the person with the lowest point of depression and pain. With them complete, they can create their new version of Rainbow Energon."
Saber Dragoon hissed, "And something tells me - it's way serious than before."
"For what purpose," Shadow Dragon asked, "What are they trying to achieve in using Twilight?"
Shorty hissed, "I wish I knew. But you need medical requirement. Your powers have been blackout by the Anti-Power Bullets now. It's not good either."
"He's right!" Blazefist agreed as he put Shadow Dragon down slowly, "We need to get them out now!"
"What about Twilight?" Sunset asked in concern, "We can't just leave her like this."
Aquastroke hissed, "She's on her own now. We have to wait until perfect opportunity comes. And I was hoping that some reinforcement or something knocked the twins out."
As the Cobra were working on progress in getting the blood samples, Cobra Commander approached Midnight Sparkle while smiling evilly beneath his mask.
"I must thank you, Twilight Sparkle. If it weren't for you, we wouldn't have come to this. You poor weakling, pathetic and cowardly girl with such curious but stupid mind," Cobra Commander remarked darkly. Midnight Sparkle hissed in anger. He continued,
"For the person who wanted to make a better world and save the lives of thousands, you failed miserably and disappointingly. The only thing you have achieved is getting power for me to take. And you've done very well for us to achieve it. Azure Phoenix would be proud of you. Soon, you have no one to save. Friends, Family and Love One are nothing to you."
Midnight Sparkle growled and snarled before screamed in anger. As her eyes glowed darkly, she turned and glared at both Tomax and Xamot. The twins gasped as their eyes shrunk in shock and feared. They both screamed in pain as they got knocked to the ground. Thus, freeing the soldiers from their mind control. She then unleashed the powerful dark Shadow Spell Balls at both Destro and Baroness out, along with their grappling guns to the ground. Dr. Mindbender yelped in fear as he quickly took and hid the test tubes in his suitcase. She then fired her Darkness Strike Beam at him out to the ground straight to the stairs.
Midnight Sparkle turned to Cobra Commander as she grabbed and strangled his neck tightly. She then glared at him before showing her evil smirk.
"You want power? Take it!" Midnight Sparkle exclaimed darkly as she fired her Shadow Spell Ball at Cobra Commander straight to the horse statue. It broke to pieces. She smirked darkly before burst in evil laugh, "Such power... Such incredible power... I didn't understand it before but I do now!"
As her horn glowed in dark cyan, Twilight Sparkle fired her beam at the empty podium. It then created a portal that leads to... Ponyville! Suddenly, more cracks appeared on the floor, sky, building and everywhere. She then fired more beams at the cracks in creating the portals which leads to different locations across the Equestria.
Frightened and shocked by the attack of Midnight Sparkle, the students and staffs screamed anxiously and fearfully as they quickly ran and find the place to hide. The military soldiers were trying to calm them down and bring them to safety. The situation is out of control!
Shining Armor was stunned and shocked before snapped back to reality, "We've got to help her now! She's my sister!"
"Our sister," Lance corrected Shining Armor, "We'll help too."
Nyx nodded, "Family sticks together! We'll get her out!"
"Don't forget me, just because I'm a dog," Spike remarked in amusement.
Sparkle Siblings and Spike headed off at once. They have to save Twilight Sparkle from being corrupted in her Midnight Sparkle forever.
Mane Six and their allies quickly moved to the eastern block of Canterlot High for cover and rest. Shorty Thinking and Tailtech began operating on Shadow Dragon's wounds. They were in worry and concern now about it. Both Autobots and G.I. Joe armed and aimed their blasters and guns at Midnight Sparkle!
Optimus Prime held his right hand in front of them, "Autobos, do not engage! Hold your fire!"
"He's right. Stand down now!" Roadblock ordered firmly.
Both Autobots and G.I. Joe exclaimed in concern and anxious about not stopping Midnight Sparkle as well as saving the lives and putting them in danger!
"Twilight's not the enemy. She's the victim!" Optimus Prime reminded his team, "We cannot inflict the harm on her! We must tried to talk with her. It's the only way to stop her."
"Then, what are we supposed to do?!" Crosshairs demanded.
Ripcoard nodded in concern, "Yeah, man. This ain't getting us anywhere!"
"You worry about the kids and school!" Roadblock ordered firmly, "We worry about dealing and talking with Twilight. That's the priority!"
Optimus Prime nodded, "Not only that. Sunset Shimmer will have to help us get through to her."
Sunset Shimmer was in shock and surprise. As she thought for the moment, she nodded in agreement that she wanted to help and save Twilight. She doesn't want someone to end up like her being a monster for the rest of their lives.
"Let's do it," Sunset agreed.
"Let me come with you," Cade asked in concern, "I want to help as well."
Shadow Dragon grunted in getting up from the ground, "I'm coming too!"
Shorty Thinking and Tailtech held and put him down on the ground. Shorty spoke angrily, "Not until I get the bullets out while you're healed. You're in no condition to help our friends and engage the enemies."
"He's right. The bullet has taken a toll on you. Your healing powers isn't responding either to heal the wounds," Tailtech agreed, "So, lie still until we get the bullets out."
Shadow Dragon grunted in anger. Sunset approached and looked at him, "Don't worry. We'll get her back. I promised."
Shadow Dragon sighed, "Alright. Please, save her."
"I will," Sunset Shimmer nodded.
"What about Storm Shadow?" Spirit asked in concern, "We can't just leave him here."
Jinx removed the cuffs off Storm Shadow's, "Let him help us. We need all the help to save the civilians."
"Are you certain? Aren't you worry that I'll betray you?" Storm Shadow asked curiously, "I'm still on the mission."
"You would have done it earlier when we were all distracted."
Storm Shadow sighed, "You have ways to know me, Kimi. I've gone soft." Snake Eyes passed the blades to him while showing 'watching you' gesture at him. He chuckled a bit, "Fair enough, brother. Keep in your mind."
Shane passed the Cybertronian Gun to Cade, "Here, you might need this, mate."
As Cade took it from Shane, Tessa came and hugged her father. She complimented, "Please, take care, dad. I don't want to lose you."
"You won't," Cade said as he hugged his daughter back. He departed and said, "Stick together and stay away from the rift holes."
"Got it," Shane and Tessa nodded.
Optimus Prime exclaimed, "Sideswipe, Bumblebee, cover us!"
Roadblock turned to Lady Jaye and Flint, "You two, cover me! Don't shoot until I gave the word. As Optimus Prime has said - Let's roll!"
"Yo, Joe, my friends!" Optimus Prime smiled.
The team headed off to not only save the civilians, students and staffs but also save Twilight Sparkle. While the rest of their team helped and saved the civilians; the small team of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Sideswipe, Roadblock, Flint, Lady Jaye, Cade and Sunset have to deal with Midnight Sparkle and bring Twilight back. Shorty Thinking and Tailtech remained behind to treat Shadow Dragon's wounds while Flare Tiger is their bodyguard.
Flash Sentry held Sunset Shimmer's hand as she turned to him, "Sunset, whatever happens, stay alive. And I just want to say - I'm glad we're back together."
Sunset Shimmer smiled as she kissed Flash Sentry's lips passionately and happily for the moment. They then departed at once.
Sugarcoat, Sour Sweet and Sunny Flare stared at Midnight Sparkle destroying everything. They'd never thought she could do such a thing for highly intelligent girl. Both Indigo Zap and Lemon Zest regrouped with their teammates.
"I hope you're happy, girls," Indigo Zap scolded angrily to her teammates, "Because this is your medal for winning being idiot in the world!"
"We didn't mean it! We didn't expect this to happen!" Sugarcoat admitted in shame.
Sour Sweet nodded, "We didn't want to turn her into this! Honest!"
"Well, too bad. This is the results of bad music, dude!" Lemon Zest exclaimed in anger, "Glad that Indigo and I aren't part of it!"
"I hate it when you're right..." Sunny Flare said in shame as she turned to her back. She spotted Principal Cinch sneakingly tiptoeing away. She grunted in anger, "Hey! Where are you going?!"
"Anywhere to avoid that... monster!" Principal Cinch answered angrily, making Sunny Flare, Sour Sweet and Sugarcoat shock. She huffed, "And I suggest you do the same!"
Just as Principal Cinch was about to walk away, Scarlet punched her face hard. The Principal of Crystal Prep fell back on the ground. Scarlet shook her hand gently. Ripcord whistled a bit in shock while Tunnel Rat nodded in agreement.
"That's for forcing and blackmailing children to do your bidding," Scarlet remarked in anger. She turned to the students, "Get out of here now! Get to the main road now!"
Shadowbolts Five nodded in agreement as they headed off to the safe zone. Ripcord and Scarlet dragged Principal Cinch to the location. Tunnel Rat covered their escapes.
"Remind me not to get on your bad side," Ripcord commented.
Scarlet sighed, "I have to vent it out because I lost someone I loved."
As Midnight Sparkle continued watching the event, Shining Armor and his siblings came before her.
"Twiley! Stop this!" Shining Armor pleaded. Midnight Sparkle looked down and found her siblings were standing before her. He continued, "Twilight, I'm sorry for everything I did! All I want is make you happy. I didn't mean this to happen!"
Lance called, "Twilight! He's telling you the truth!"
Nyx nodded, "You have to stop it, please! Come back to us, sister! Please!"
Spike whined, "We need you back. We still love you!"
"I believe in you all," Midnight Sparkle said calmly, "But that won't stop me from what I really after! And I will get them!"
"Stand down, Twilight!" Optimus Prime demanded as he and his rescue team have arrived before her. He continued, "Don't do this, Twilight. You know this is wrong!"
"Please, Twilight, don't let the magic go inside your head!" Cade pleaded.
"Why not?! There's a whole other world right there, and it's just filled with magic!" Midnight Sparkle denied, "And not only that, I want to meet her! I want to see my counterpart! I want to know why is she so special and able to change Canterlot High so much!"
"All this just to get magic and meet her?!" Roadblock ask in shock, "And you think she'll meet you like this? And you'd think she'll approve of it?!"
Sunset hissed, "Roadblock's right! You're destroying this world to get it!"
Cade nodded, "Stop it! Stop this for your family. They can't lose you! You're too important for them! Just stop now!"
"Please, Twilight. Don't let magic corrupt you! Don't let it control you," Optimus Prime pleaded, "Don't become Megatron or Galvatron!"
Midnight Sparkle scoffed, "So what? There's more magic there, and I want to understand it all! And I have her on grasp! I will learn everything I need for knowledge and understanding! And you will not stop me!"
Sideswipe hissed, "So much for diplomacy."
Flint grunted, "Just great..."
"I was afraid of that," Lady Jaye said in concern.
Bumblebee radioed and screamed wildly, "INCOMING!"
Midnight Sparkle's horn glowed darkly as she unleashed the beam straight at Sunset and her team. They all quickly jumped and moved away before it hit the ground hard. Both Cade and Sunset fell to the ground hard. To the surprise, they found a familiar amulet in front of them.
As it created some cracks across the lawn, it exploded into a small hole-like. It then cracking and expanding into a bigger hole. Some students and staffs fell into it but luckily Mane Five and their allies came and rescued them in time. Other than just them; Strikespell, Virtue Dragon and their military officers, Principal Celestia, Vice Principal Luna, Dean Cadance, Simmons and even Storm Shadow came and helped them as well.
Shorty Thinking just removed the last bullet out from Shadow Dragon's left torso. He sighed in relief, "That's the last of them."
Shadow Dragon grunted, "Gotta help Twilight Sparkle now."
"Your power just coming back," Tailtech held Shadow Dragon tight, "It takes time to heal. You have to let Sunset do it. Just as you let Pony Twilight to do it."
Flare Tiger nodded in agreement, "He's right. LDon't give up! You've gotta to have a leap of faith now, cous!"
Shadow Dragon sighed, "Fine..."
From the main road, the rescued students and staffs witnessed the event including public were watching the event. Shadowbolts Five also watched the event as they all felt like they want to help.
Indigo Zap turned to her team, "Well, what are we waiting for? Let's do this!"
Sugarcoat gasped, "After what we have done to Twilight, you want us to do this? You forgive us?"
"Well, yeah." Indigo Zap shrugged, "Besides, we're the team. We stick together till the end. What best way to show me that you're no cheaters or cowards."
Sunny Flare hummed, "She's right, dearie. We're no Cinch! We are nothing like her. We won't abandoned others or even our own teammates."
"Right," Sour Sweet smiled, "It's time to we make it right! Let's show them that Shadowbolts can help as well!"
Lemon Zest cheered wildly, "YEAH! Rock and Roll!"
"Let's roll!" Indigo Zap cried.
Indigo Zap and her team charged in. Five of them helped Mane Five and their allies in getting the students and staffs out from the hole as well as guiding them to safe zone.
Cade picked the amulet up while glaring at it, "This thing is nothing but troubles. Time to put it down for good!"
Sunset noticed the faint light from the amulet. She gasped as she quickly took it away from Cade. She looked at it closely. It was pointing at Mane Five. As soon as Mane Five and their allies have rescued and guided the students and staffs to safe zone, their bodies glowed brightly and magically. Both Sunset and Cade gasped in surprise and shock.
"No way. I thought their magic is gone," Cade said in shock and surprise.
Sunset was surprised at Mane Five's magic restored. She then looked at the amulet and then her friends. She then thought carefully before something surprising and shocking for her to realize. She knows what she can do now. Sunset Shimmer turned to Midnight Sparkle as the former shown her firm looks.
"This isn't the way! I know you feel powerful right now, like you can have everything you want! I've been where you are, I've made the same mistake you're making! I put on a crown and, just like you, I was overwhelmed by the magic it contained! I thought it could get me everything I wanted!"
Midnight Sparkle scoffed, "Oh, you're wrong. Unlike you, I can have everything I want!"
"No, you can't. Even with all that magic and power, you'll still be alone! True magic comes from-" Sunset Shimmer said firmly as she held the amulet high. Mane Five's magical auras flown out and entered it by peacefully, instead of forcefully. She exclaimed firmly, "-Honesty! Loyalty! Laughter! Generosity! Kindness!"
Everyone gasped in concern of what they were witnessing. Sunset Shimmer has taken her friends' magical powers into her amulet. She then magically lifted up in midair while holding the amulet. They all realized of what she was going to do!
"Is she serious?!" Brains asked in concern.
Wheelie looked scared and worried, "No, she wouldn't! Would she?!"
Flash Sentry gasped in shock and concern as he screamed, "Suuuuuunseeeeeet! Noooooooo!"
Sunset Shimmer ignored as she looked at Midnight Sparkle, "I understand you, Twilight, and I want to show you the most important magic of all..."
Just before anyone could do anything, Sunset quickly threw the amulet straight to the ground hard. It exploded and created the Sphere of Light. It then consumed her into it. She then transformed into another form - a lighter orange girl with gentleness yet calm blazing hair dressed in her angelic white-pink dress with long sleeve gloves and boots, and has a long horn and angelic wings.
"The Magic of Friendship!" Sunset Shimmer said firmly. Everyone gasped in surprise and shock of what they just saw. She then fired her angelic light beams in sealing the rift holes. She then turned and looked at Midnight Sparkle, "I am Daydream Shimmer - Guardian of Canterlot High! I will protect my friends and save them. That includes you, Twilight."
Everyone smiled and awed in happiness and relief. Sunset Shimmer of Daydream Shimmer had save their skin and lives from danger.
Wheelie whistled, "I'm so in love with her now. Goddess of Sun got goddesses power now."
Flash clenched his fists and cheered, "Go, Sunset Shimmer!"
Midnight Sparkle grunted in anger. Both her and Daydream Shimmer charged in as they unleashed their Dark and Light Spheres at each other fierce and determinedly for few times before they had their powers clashed. They got departed by the blasts as they all launched their powerful Daydream and Midnight Beam Force at each other. They both got clashed as they tried to push each other hard and fierce.
As Midnight Sparkle grunted angrily, she unleashed the powerful push on her beam straight back at Daydream Shimmer's Daydream Beam Force back. Midnight Sparkle laughed evilly and darkly. Everyone looked worry and scared. Could this be the end for Daydream Shimmer?!
Tunnel Rat hissed, "This isn't good! She's losing!"
"It's still not enough to push the dark force out!" Spirit exclaimed in concern.
Breakaway hissed, "That's gotta be something we can help her."
Smokescreen gasped as he turned to Optimus Prime, "Optimus! Your Matrix of Leadership! You can help them! It's the only way!"
Roadblock nodded in agreement, "It's now or never! Clock is ticking!"
"To unleash such power could risk the life of a Human, but..." Optimus Prime looked up and glanced at Midnight Sparkle. His chest opened as he took the Cybertronian Artifact with bluish Spark Power, "For this, I have to do it. Matrix of Leadership, I call upon you! Let your power light our Darkest Hour! Free Twilight Sparkle!"
As the Matrix of Leadership glowed brightly, Optimus Prime fired its power straight at Daydream Shimmer's Daydream Beam Force back against the Midnight Beam Force. Midnight Sparkle grunted as she struggled in pushing her powers back!
Applejack quickly ran towards the front. Shining Armor, Lance Justicestrike, Nyx and Spike weren't able to stand for it. They quickly moved to the front. Shadow Dragon grunted as he struggled in getting up. Flare Tiger helped him up. They all then approached to the front as they all shouted together.
"TWILIGHT, STOP!"
Midnight Sparkle stopped as she looked down and found her loved ones and a friend looking at her with their shocked, scared and worried eyes. Her darker eyes snapped into her innocent eyes.
Twilight Sparkler gasped, "A.J.? Spike? Nyx? Lance? Shining Armor? Shadow Dragon?"
Optimus Prime noticed it, "Sunset! NOW!"
Both Daydream Shimmer and Optimus Prime fired full power of Matrix's Light and Daydream Beam Force straight at Midnight Beam Force back in knocking the surprise return of Midnight Sparkle. She got evaporated by the power of light!
"Noooo!"
In the Realm of In-Between, Midnight Sparkle was in shock yet feared and worried as she covered herself for protection. Both Optimus Prime and Daydream Shimmer approached the frightened Midnight Sparkle.
"Take my hand, Twilight. Let me show you there's another way..." Daydream Shimmer pleaded as she reached her hand out for Midnight Sparkle, "just like someone once did for me.
Midnight Sparkle was doubtful yet worried until Optimus Prime approached, "It's okay, Twilight. Don't be afraid of us. You can trust us. We are your friends. You Are Not Alone..."
Midnight Sparkle remained doubtful yet frightened and worried as she's still unsure that she can trust them. She took a deep breathe for the moment. She turned and looked at them again. Tears came out and flown down her face as she reached her hand out. Midnight Sparkle touched and held Daydream Shimmer's hand.
Both the light from Optimus Prime's Matrix of Leadership and Daydream Shimmer's flown out and entered Midnight Sparkle's chest. They spread across her body as it slowly not removed the darkness and terrifying form, but also healed her mental and heart...
As the full powerful beam of light slowly died and dispersed, everyone was still watching the event. They all spotted Optimus Prime holding the returned forms of both Sunset Shimmer and Twilight Sparkle emerging out from the light. He slowly put the girls down gently.
Twilight Sparkle sniffed tearfully, "I am so sorry...I didn't mean for any of this to happen..."
"I know. And going by my own experiences," Sunset Shimmer said calmly and gently as she slowly held Twilight's hands, "they'll forgive you."
Optimus Prime nodded, "Indeed. You have nothing to fear. We know it's not your fault from the start. You were victim. We all forgive you."
Twilight Sparkle was shock as she found everyone looking at her with noble, gentle and caring expression. They all forgive her. She smiled tearfully yet happily to see everyone has given her a chance.
Spike barked happily as he trotted and jumped on Twilight to the ground. He licked her face happily. She giggled happily while hugging him. Shining Armor, Lance Justicestrike, Nyx, Applejack and Shadow Dragon approached her at once. They helped her up as they hugged her passionately and gently. They were all grateful to see her safe from harm.
Principal Cinch moaned, "What happen? How did-?!"
Scarlet knocked Principal Cinch off. Everyone looked at her. She shrugged. Was it necessary?
Strikespell sighed, "It's over now."
Principal Cinch nodded, "I agree. The battle is finally over. Cobra Commander finally got captured."
Roadblock, Flint, Snake Eyes, Lade Jaye and Ripcord turned and approached unconscious Cobra Commander. The latter slowly regain his conscious while moaning.
Roadblock took his handcuff out, "Cobra Commander, you are under arrest for not only deception but against the United States of America and the world! Come with me quietly before-!"
BOOM! Roadblock and his team got blasted and knocked to the ground hard. Everyone gasped as they all spotted Cobra Commander slowly getting up. And he was laughing evilly and darkly. As he turned to the front, he continued laughing evilly and darkly as his body was somehow supercharged with pure blackness aura. Something bad is happening!
"So much power... It's incredible," Cobra Commander commented darkly, "With both powerful energized magic of light and darkness within our grasp, Our Project END can finally begin! This world will be ours now!"
To be Continued...
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