An Unexpected Trip to Equestria

by Anonomis

7 Portal EG

A few weeks after their wedding Brian was staying at the castle when he was shown the mirror portal.

“So this leads to another location, huh,” Brian asked

“We don’t know where it leads to,” Celestia replied

“I’ll go and see you on the other side,” Brian said kissing his wife

“Please come back,” Octavia begged

“To borrow a quote from Army General Douglas McArthur ‘I shall return’. I don’t know when but I'll try,” Brian stated

“The next time this portal will be open is in 30 moons,” Celestia said

“So, two and a half years,” Brian simplified

Brian landed on the ground after stepping through the portal and picked himself up and dusted off his all black attire.

"Freakin' sweet I'm human again! This ought to be fun. Huh, no cutie mark? I just hope it’s not on my ass.”

Looking at the building in front of him changed his opinion, "Well, at least this should be better the second time around.”

Brian entered Canterlot High and made his way to the principal's office. Looking at the name on the door; he had to hold back on laughing at the similarity.

“Permission to enter?”

“Come in,” the voice of Celestia replied “What can I do for you?”

“I'd like to register for school.”

“This is quite a surprise. Two months ago in August was the start of school. Why would you register so late,” she asked

“Honestly? You wouldn't believe me if I told you.”

“Welcome to Canterlot High School; Brian,” a human version of Discord said as he entered

“Do you know each other from somewhere,” she asked

“Perhaps you should give her the abridged version,” Discord mused, snapping his fingers to silence the room

“Abridged of what; exactly,” Celestia demanded, her patience wearing thin

“I was sent to a world of ponies due to the murder-suicide of my parents and came through a portal in the statue to this world.”

“Here,” she said quickly “Fill it out.”

He registered for his classes as a junior year student and chose a music class for an elective.

"Everything is situated then. My sister and I are sorry for the loss of your parents. If you ever need help, our doors are open," Celestia said, slightly dismissively

"Thank you ma'am. I wish they were here to see me," Brian said

"Welcome to your first year at Canterlot High," she said shaking Brian's hand

“Just so you know; I'll be keeping an eye on you,” Discord said in a low voice “You'll probably be wanting your cellphone as well.”

Brian left the office not knowing he was being followed by a girl wearing a leather jacket, multicolored skirt and red and yellow hair; Sunset Shimmer. Seeing his appearance in all black gave her the idea that he's supposed to be the 'bad boy' and Sunset wanted Brian.

"Well at least I have one class to look forward to. Thankfully it is first so I can have a fun class; while the rest I don't care much about," he thought out loud

As he walked into the music room, Octavia looked surprised as he picked up a second cello and started to tune it.

"Nice to meet you, I'm Octavia. It's so nice to see a fellow cellist," she said holding out a hand

"Thanks. Name's Brian Dragnov. I just transferred here as a junior," he replied shaking her hand

"What about your family? Are they here," Octavia asked

"Dead. I’m on my own," Brian said taking off the trench coat and folding it over the back of the chair

"I'm so very sorry to hear that. Do you mind if I asked how you got those scars and design on your arms," she asked

"It's alright. The scars are from a lightning bolt. The design itself is rather a long story. So what exactly is the music class?”

"A big jam session for musicians. There are a few students that formed a band the school likes. I use it to practice," Octavia explained

"Thanks. At least this is a very fun period," he said

"Do you need a stand for your music?"

"Actually, for the songs I know, I don't need one but thanks for asking."

“Tattoos are supposed to be forbidden,” someone stated “You have to be an adult to have one.”

“As long as a parent has given permission; some places will allow an adolescent to get inked. In my case; my old man gave them to me. It was for my last birthday before he died.”

Brian started playing 'Wish You Were Here' that caused everyone there to stop what they were doing. Being a month removed from his parents murder-suicide at home, and having to fight a necromancer who resurrected them in Equestria, he still couldn't get over what he saw. Once he finished, Brian immediately began playing 'Hurt'
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He calmly put the cello back in the case and left early. Bringing up his parents caused his mind to shift to those songs. Walking out of class he deliberately walked by the principal's office so they knew what he was doing. As soon as he had the chance, Brian decided to leave and go anywhere else.

"Someone's a bad boy. Class doesn't end for fifteen minutes," Sunset commented

"Piss off. I've got more on my mind than class," he said sarcastically

"You're not from around here. I run the school and you will call me 'Princess Sunset' or else," she stated

"Congratulations, Captain Obvious, on that one! I bow for one reason and it’s not to some bitch like you. Besides there's a lot you don't know about me and why I'm here," he spat

At that moment, the school bell rang releasing everyone to their next class. As they reached the quad they stopped because someone was standing up to Sunset. The principals came out to see what was going on as they heard passing comments from students.

"Listen here, no one tells me what to do! You will obey or suffer. You're a bad boy, you should be hanging out with me instead of those orcadorks."

"Orcadork? I resemble that remark," Brian retorted causing some to laugh

"Idiot, you're not supposed to agree with that!”

"At least I have something in common with others! You terrify everyone just by looking at them. You wouldn't know friendship if it bit you on the ass," he responded "You want the truth about me!?"

"And learn how to make your life hell for four years, of course I want to," Sunset responded

"I'm here because my parents died! They told me that my life was up to me, that only I controlled my destiny. As a gift, they passed me a box with three things: my mom's ring, my father's cross and a three-way locket with our pictures in it along with two small vials. I have a picture of that moment immortalized and can't see it without pain," he started as he pulled his necklace from under his shirt collar

"They killed themselves right in front of me after that. The people I loved that raised me, taught me how to survive, gone and I had to bury them! No one should have that happen at this young of an age. I have suffered more pain than you can ever know" he yelled taking off his jacket

“These scars aren’t from my parents death but another painful incident. I was struck by lightning and have my arms and chest covered in scars as a reminder. I spent almost three days in the hospital due to potential neurological damage,” he continued putting the jacket back on

"I suggest that everyone spend as much time with their families as they can. Tomorrow is not promised and things can end in the blink of an eye. Take nothing for granted as there are others who don't have anything. In the time that you have left; pass on the knowledge you have to another person. Make someone feel better if they are feeling down; call your family, tell them that you love them and visit them as often as you can. Make memories and friendships that will last,” Brian said addressing the crowd

"Sunset, you think I'm a bad boy because I wear all black. I wear it as a reminder of what happened, this necklace rarely comes off as it is the last gift from my parents. Do not assume you know about a person based on one thing because you never knew a damn thing about me. You'd better hope you change because your life is only going to be worse if you continue to act like the bitch you think you are," Brian finished

The entire quad immediately started clapping and cheering as Brian was the first to actually confront Sunset. Brian passed through the crowd and upon reaching the door, kicked it open and left campus.

As he was leaving Discord suddenly popped up next to him.

“Follow me Brian. There’s a few things you might want to see. We have a small pit stop to make on the way there,” Discord said

“Where are we going and how’d you get here,” Brian asked

“Heading to the store first and I’m God of Chaos. I can go where I want.”

Once they got to the store, Discord simply bought two roses and led Brian down the street towards a cemetery.

“Those who you want to see are here. I brought them here as a reminder they’re always with you,” Discord said

Discord led the two of them to the back and bowed his head before making the sign of the cross with his hands and whispered “Requisite in pace.”

"Hey guys. Sorry you had to hear all that but it had to be said. I hate to be all alone as a teen. You taught me to survive so I would be ready when you died later, not now! School is supposed to be fun but any feels gone. I don't want to graduate to be reminded of what I don't have. No family is coming to see me," Brian said kneeling in front of their tombstone crying

"I'll come visit you again soon, hopefully under better circumstances," he kissed the tombstone and placed the roses there.

As they left Brian did not see Sunset approach their tombstone and place a bunch of red and yellow flowers there with a card that simply read "'Sorry’- Sunset Shimmer."

“Well, on to the second stop. One you’ll really like,” Discord said cheerfully
He led Brian down the street a short distance before stopping at a house that was familiar.

“Your house from Earth. Everything is the same and I included a box of stuff I thought you’d life.

“I know this might be wrong but thank you so much,” Brian said hugging Discord

Brian pulled out the key and opened the door. Inside was all the furnishings from home including a simple table and chairs and couch in the living room. Looking downstairs he saw his dojo and music studio where he was glad to see his instruments. He played in Equestria but he could play easier as a human. Heading into his room he found the box on the bed Discord mentioned. Opening it up he found a complete set of Build a Bear plushies for the MLP characters, including those he didn’t have originally.

“I figured you’d want something to remind you of home. Unfortunately there isn’t an official plush of Octavia but I found this little one instead,” Discord said walking into the room

“Thanks again for everything,” Brian said as Discord disappeared

A few hours later he took out a small box that held the picture of his family's last moments and the locket with two vials of blood as a reminder of them. Someone not knowing the background would have thought it was a happy moment with his parents smiling as they handed Brian the box. He hid it back in the closet as he was haunted by the memory and replayed it in his head. Brian heard a knock at the door and opened to find Octavia outside.

"Hope you don't mind if I dropped by. I paid a visit to your parents and left flowers but wasn't the only one. At least one other person visited them," she commented

"Not at all. After everything that happened today, I really don't wish to be alone. If someone wants to visit my parents they are free to do so and I thank you for that is well. I hope you don't think differently about me," Brian replied

"You're welcome. If you ever need a shoulder to cry on I'm here for you. Besides, I thought of you as a friend and fellow cellist once I met you."

"Thanks again. Let me welcome you to my house. Mi casa es su casa,” Brian said, stepping aside so Octavia could enter

The two of them decided on making spaghetti for the two of them to share. Brian started cooking while Octavia set the table and they switched allowing each other to cook.

"When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that's amore," Brian sang as they ate

"Where did you hear that from? It doesn't sound from here," Octavia questioned

"I hope you don't think of me as crazy but I entered here from another version of Equestria via portal. Technically, I'm not from that reality at all. The last I remember is being kicked into a portal by Discord and waking up in a ponified Equestria. Everything there is similar to here. In the alternate reality, the Octavia there was learning some songs from my world. What I said about my parents is true. In my world I already graduated college and shortly after that they did kill themselves. Arrangements were made for me to take over the estate. In fact I am a temporary roommate with my best friend as he wanted to help however possible. Also the scars I have are real as I was struck by lightning," he explained

"I'm sorry that you lost your parents. I promise not to say anything as no one will believe you and think you're completely insane. I guess that's how you learned that song?"

"Yeah. A song about love that I thought fit the scene. Sorry," Brian said apologetically

"Don't be. Besides; I do have a crush on you," Octavia countered, kissing him on the cheek "If you're done, I'll help clean up. And if you want to, I can call Vinyl and tell her that I'm staying so she doesn't worry."

"The two of you are roommates," Brian asked

"Yes. Funny how a high school has a kind of dorm room, but it works. Vinyl and I actually grew up together as kids so we naturally decided to be roommates," she explained "By the way, do you happen to have something I could sleep in tonight. I didn't bring a change of clothes," she added sheepishly

"I have just the thing. Excuse me for a moment. And by the way there is something important that I must tell you. After you get changed I’ll show you.”

Brian walked into his parent's room and went to what was his mom's dresser and pulled out a light blue t-shirt with a teddy bear on it and a pair of light green, almost mint colored, sweatpants for Octavia to wear.

"Here you go. These belonged to my mom but they'll do. After you get changed, I'll wash your clothes so they are fresh for tomorrow."

"Thank you. Where is the bathroom so I can change?"

"Down the hall, first door on the right."

Octavia changed clothes and handed Brian the outfit she wore to be cleaned. He set out a pair of navy pants and white shirt on his bed for the morning while his coat hung in the closet.

"If you don't mind Brian, could I see that photo you mentioned earlier with your parents? And what did you want to show me," Octavia asked

"I hid the photo in my closet but there is a video I need you to see as well."

"This is a nice picture. Everyone smiling as you hold the gift. This is the locket? What are the two vials inside?"

"Blood. This gave me a permanent, albeit morbid, reminder of them. I keep it hidden as seeing it replays the moment in my head like a broken record. I'll show you some photos we took prior to this incident," Brian answered

He reached in the nightstand drawer and withdrew two different albums. Everything was from home and included his actual high school and college graduation photos along with an image of the two diplomas. Octavia went through the books was surprised that he was telling the truth about everything.

"This is amazing to see what you actually look like at home. So, you graduated college as a Criminal Justice major and hold two black belts in different martial arts. I promise not to tell anyone about these images."

"Yes. A black belt in karate and a second-degree black belt in Taekwondo. My parents enrolled me as a child and I decided to continue with a second to further my education. Taking martial arts doesn't mean I can't fight, it only means that I choose not to fight. I try to a man of peace not war. Now let's head to bed, it's getting late," Brian said

"If you don't mind, I'll sleep in here with you," she said

"Thank you."

"You're welcome. And you did say you didn't wish to be lonely," Octavia said kissing him on the cheek. “By the way what did you need to show me?”

“A video. I’ll also have you meet a friend.”

He handed her his phone so she could watch the video of his transformation to Ignis.

“This is you? How did you turn into him,” Octavia asked

“I don’t know how to entirely answer that but yes it’s me. Allow me to introduce you to Ignis,” he said transforming

“You look different. A lot better this way.”

“This is the true form. In the video the corpses of my parents were resurrected causing me to change. The ooze was due to the pent up anger and bloodlust I had. Now, shall we head to bed,” he asked

{ SUNSET }
Despite her attempting to change; Sunset still harbored a hatred of Princess Celestia and decided to steal the rightful crown belonging to Twilight. Upon returning to the human world that night; she snuck into the school to replace the actual crown in the display cabinet in order to win it ‘properly’.

●BRIAN●

The two of them slept until morning when the alarm woke Octavia at 7:00am while Brian was up an hour prior out of habit. He quietly left the room and went downstairs to his dojo to train. He heard the alarm and left to head back to the room to change into his school clothes.
Octavia was already dressed and saw Brian enter wearing a white tank top and his martial arts pants, trying not to stare at his muscular frame and scars.

"Good morning. Did you sleep well," he asked

"I did, thank you. I didn't hear you get up," Octavia answered

"Sorry, force of habit. I set my alarm and end up getting up an hour before to practice."

After Brian got changed, they had a small breakfast of cereal before they walked to school. She agreed not to speak of what happened, including their sleeping together. The next day while Brian was eating lunch; two of the human counterparts of the ‘mane six’ came up to him.

“That was awesome! You actually told off Sunset, the school bully. I’m Rainbow Dash and this my friend Fluttershy,” Dash commented

“Nice to meet you both.”

“Um; what is that girl doing,” Fluttershy asked, looking towards the statue

They all saw a female trying to walk on all fours with her hands curled into fists; but finding it unsuccessful. Brian knew exactly who it was; but didn't want them to know at the moment.

“I'll see you girls around. I'm going to help the young lady out.”

“Catch you later,” Dash said “Come on ‘Shy.”

“Come on; I'll help you up.”

“This is so uncomfortable,” she commented

“Twilight; what exactly are you doing here?”

“Should I know you,” she questioned

“It's Brian. I came through the portal yesterday.”

“Somepony stole my crown last night,” she replied

“This is a problem. Let's get you inside.”

As they headed inside; the crown was right in front of them by the principal's office.

“There's my crown,” she commented as she reached for it

“What do you think you are doing,” Celestia demanded “That crown belongs to the winner of the Fall Formal.”

“Sorry, Principal Celestia. She didn't know.”

As they walked away; he had to guide her towards an empty hallway to talk in private.

“Why did you do that,” she asked

“Like Principal Celestia said; if you want it; you'll need to enter the Fall Formal.”

“She didn't say those exact words,” a muffled voice commented, as Twilight unzipped the backpack

“Spike? You're here too?”

“I had to come, in order to talk some sense into Twilight,” Spike replied

“Look, if you're going to run; you're going to need to sign up. Also; you're going to need major help to convince the school to vote for you.”

After leaving; Twilight decide that in order to get her crown back; she would heat back to the office to register. With that done; she made her way towards the library where Brian was waiting.

“Welcome back. I take it the mission was accomplished?”

“You're going to run in the Fall Formal,” Applejack asked as Twilight nodded, and gestured towards Dash “You don't want to ask this snake for help.”

“I was there,” Dash argued “You didn't show up.”

“Alright, girls; just stop. I'd guess each of you actually tried to fulfill a promise; only for something to happen.”

“I did plan on helping with the apple harvest,” Dash reiterated “The trees were bare that day.”

“Mac and I finished them the day prior,” AJ replied

“And I was going to help out at the pet store,” Pinkie chimed in

“Who was there when you agreed on these events?”

“It was us and,” Rarity started

“Sunset Shimmer,” Fluttershy finished

“Well; there's your answer.”

“I say we try to take her down,” Dash decided

“Right now; the best thing to do is keep mum about this. Think of this as a CYA. Meet me out front by the statue once school ends.”

“What does ‘CYA’ mean,” Twilight asked curiously

“It means ‘cover your ass’. We don't need anyone else knowing.”

After the group departed from the library; Twilight decided to stay and try to read. Just before lunch; Brian returned to make sure she would eat.

“Brian; could we talk for a moment,” Twilight asked

He led the two of them out of the cafeteria and into a small corridor away from everyone else.

“Sorry, but I had to talk privately. Do you think I'm doing the right thing,” she questioned

“I believe you are doing what you feel is right.”

“Do you have a place I could stay?”

“I know a place. Besides it’ll be better than sleeping in the library.”

“How’d you know I slept here,” she asked

“I came through earlier than you and guessed you came in after I left. Knowing you, you slept here as it was similar to home.”

“So the Princess of Friendship thinks she as a chance at getting my crown? I run this school so I suggest you leave or else,” Sunset threatened before leaving once she saw Brian

“Let's get going. The others should be outside.”

After school ended, Brian went to the front with Twilight where he was met by the human mane-five.

“If we're going to do this; where can we go that no one will overhear us,” Rainbow Dash asked

“I got a place. Just follow me.”

“You might want to tell us,” AJ commented “I don't want Granny to worry.”

“Alright. It’s past the cemetery. I figured you’d want privacy where no one else can hear you planning,” he answered simply

Brian led the girls to his house and they stopped once they saw it.

“This wasn't here until recently. This is the only house in this area,” Applejack said

“It's right out of a horror movie,” Pinkie chimed in

“Well, shall we head inside,” he asked

“You aren’t gonna kill us as soon as well enter are you,” Fluttershy asked

“Kill? There’s only one person that I did and I’ll explain inside.”

The girls reluctantly hesitated until Twilight went first proving nothing was waiting for them before they gained the courage to go inside followed by Brian.

“The living room might not be big enough for a ‘war room’ but there’s plenty of room downstairs.”

“You aren’t going to do anything to us there will you,” Fluttershy asked

“No, I just figured there’s more room to work there.”

They headed downstairs and the first thing Dash saw was his instruments.

“You play guitar? How long,” Dash asked curiously

“I’ve played for twelve years now. Cello was the longest but in the last three years I added the guitar. And the rest of the room is a dojo so I can train.”

As everyone got settled in, Brian brought some snacks and drinks for them as they worked out how to get everyone else’s attention to vote for Twilight.

“Let’s take a break for a short time. There’s something I want to discuss with all of you,” he said

“YourefromanotherworldwherealltheresidentsareponiesandTwilighthappenstobeaprincessandyouaremarriedtosomoneelse, (you’re from another world where all the residents are ponies and Twilight happens to be a princess and you are married to someone else),” Pinkie said breathlessly

“Yeah, but let’s add some more to your explanation. In Equestria where we live, I am married to the pony counterpart of Octavia who is pregnant with my twin girls. Yes, Twilight is a princess and is what’s called an alicorn and so am I. Finally, I have something that is called a Nightmare form. Allow me to introduce you all to Ignis,” Brian explained as he transformed to Ignis

“That is so cool. You can turn into a dragon,” Dash said as he changed back

“Well, there is a video I'd like to show you,” he said handing them his phone

“So you did kill someone,” Fluttershy added

“Just Grogar, the creature in the video. He was hunting me and I couldn't sit around and do nothing so I did what you see in the video,” he explained

“We do have a plan that will be carried out at lunch. Can we count on your participation,” Rarity asked

“Of course. In order to get back what's rightfully Twilight’s; I’ll help any way I can,” he decided

After Dash and the others left he and Twilight had spaghetti for dinner and she wanted to see his room.

“This is your room? And are those plush versions of us,” Twilight asked picking up the plush of herself

“Yeah, Discord brought these as he thought I could use a reminder of home.”

“This might sound wrong but can I,” she started

“Go ahead and take it for the night. A spare room is down the hall,” he finished

“Sorry. Do you happen to have a change of clothes?”

“In the room there are clothes that were my mom's. Considering this house is based on my actual, I’m not worried,” he said

“Twi; you're forgetting something,” Spike commented

“What am I,” she started “Oh yeah. This is for you; Brian.”

Still not used to being human; Spike instead stuck his head inside the bag and gently removed an object for Brian to pick up. Looking at it; revealed a bound book with Celestia’s cutie mark on the front.

“A journal? Thank you.”

“It's not just any journal. Celestia gave me another so we could communicate across dimensions,” she answered cheerfully

“The princess really thinks of everything; doesn't she?”

“I'd like to think so,” she added

That night the two slept peacefully, especially Twilight, as the night before she was sleeping on a bed of books. Spike slept at the foot of the bed. As he headed into bed Brian peaked in and saw her clutching the plush of herself and whispered “goodnight Twi.”

●DREAMSCAPE●

“I don't know if you're capable or if it's a freak incident; but I'm going to help you,” Ignis started

“Uh; mind starting over? I'm not catching on.”

“Alright. You remember in Equestria when you studied how to summon Hellfire; right,” he started, as Brian nodded “It didn't really work as a pony, but when I became the evil version it did. While you're human; I'm going to allow you access to a small portion of my power.”

Ignis proceeded to rake both claws against his master's biceps. Instead of a scratch forming; two black designs reminiscent of tribal flames appeared that circled the entire arm as a band.

“These will allow you to use a limited amount of flame. Unless it's absolutely necessary; I'd rather leave you in charge and take over as a last resort,” he stated

“Thanks; Ig.”

● REAL WORLD ●

The next day, the girls put their plan into motion during lunch by handing out the pony ears and tails for everyone. Brian gladly wore the set and decided to wear khaki pants and white t-shirt instead of his usual black. He and Twilight agreed not to mention the previous night so as not to give anyone ideas.

Later that day the girls met to discuss their outfits for the Fall Formal as Brian told them that he had something to do. He tailed Snips and Snails as they destroyed the gym and videotaped it before he slipped away unnoticed.

“I’m afraid the dance has been moved to Saturday,” Twilight said as she was led to the Vice Principal Luna’s office

“I'm sorry to interrupt but there us something you should see,” Flash said handing Luna the images

“Vice-principal Luna; I have video evidence,” Brian added showing the video

“Looks like you’re cleared,” Luna stated “Although I'd like to know where you got the footage from."

“I followed Snips and Snails and recorded them. It's not illegal to do so.”

“Thank you, Brian,” Twilight said hugging him

“You’re welcome. I had a feeling that Sunset would try and ruin this, so I snuck after them to see what Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum were up to,” he commented

As the Fall Formal started, Twilight and the others entered in their dresses while Brian donned a black, white and gray urban camouflage outfit complete with combat boots and his trench coat.

“Hey, do you mind if I had a dance with your sister,” Flash Sentry asked

“Go ahead but don’t try anything or you answer to me,” Brian threatened

“Hey, wanna dance,” Octavia asked

“Sure. I don’t know how well boots are going to do on the floor,” he answered

Although he was trying to be careful, Brian did manage to have fun until Sunset chose to ruin the night.

“Give me my crown or say goodbye to your portal,” Sunset threatened holding a sledgehammer to the portal “The two of you were misled by your so-called mentor; especially you Sparkle.”

“How could you say that? The princess is always right,” Twilight argued

“She told you the portal opens for three days. Does she actually know for sure,” Sunset argued

“I came through early morning and spend the day, while Twilight entered the following day. After that; we've spent two days working.”

“You see? That's FOUR days,” Sunset continued “She's been lying to you for years. Now give me my crown and I can give her the retribution she deserves.”

Tapping into Ignis; Brian summoned a small tendril of energy. He flicked his index finger forward palm down to direct the tendril and pinched his index and thumb together to grab the sledgehammer before he turned his hand over palm up and flicked the fingers again to levitate the hammer between Sunset and himself where he then closed his hand, causing the tendril to completely crush the head of the sledgehammer.

“How did you do that,” Sunset demanded

“Not telling,” Brian stated

“Never mind. I'll just destroy you,” Sunset replied

Brian watched as Sunset became an angry demon once she placed the crown on and threatened to destroy everything. He calmly passed his trench coat to Octavia as he transformed.

“Ignis, help me out a little,” Brian said

He quickly transformed into his alternate Nightmare form of a solid black dragon and this was considerably taller than his pony form at nearly seven feet tall, whereas in Equestria it was around six feet. Brian flew into the battle and many of the students were shocked to see a dragon fighting against Demon Shimmer. Twilight knew who it as they explained that was Brian's Nightmare form. His job wasn’t to defeat Sunset but distract her long enough for the girls to power up and flew around Sunset striking at her with his claws.

“Stay still,” the demon growled

Needing to change tactics; Sunset started throwing fireballs at him, missing each time. The entrance of the school wasn't so lucky as there were areas that saw quite a lot of destruction.

“We can do this,” Twilight stated

“Yeah! Let's send this demon packing,” Dash added

Brian broke off the unwanted dogfight just as the girls finished Sunset. Everyone was surprised as he landed on the ground and calmly put his jacket back on.

“Brian, please come with me to my office. Ms. Melody you are kindly asked to stay here,” Principal Celestia stated

Discord was already sitting in the office; in Celestia’s chair with his feet on the desk as they walked in.

“Sit down please. Discord, could you silence the room from any prying ears,” Celestia asked

He snapped his fingers and the room was sealed to all others.

“We know about your Nightmare form but would you tell me what happened,” she asked

“As you already know I came from the same portal Twilight did. Seeing the Demon Sunset Shimmer brought back the memory of a necromancer I fought in Equestria. I wouldn't kill her so I planned on distracting Sunset so Twilight and the others could destroy the evil part of her with the Elements of Harmony,” Brian explained

“My counterpart Princess Celestia informed me of everything that transpired with the necromancer and your actions including using what she called a ‘Nightmare’ form. Is that what you used this evening?”

“Yes, that dragon you saw is Ignis my Nightmare form although his height changed from six to seven feet tall,” Brian explained

“That will be all but one last thing, does anyone else know about Ignis?”

“Octavia, Twilight and company,” he said “By the way; I will accept any and all punishments you deem appropriate for what transpired this evening.”

Brian left and managed to attend the last bit of the party and accompanied Twilight to the portal.

“Take care Brian. I’ll let Octavia know how you’re doing,” Twilight said giving him a hug

“Bye Spike. Try not to do anything without thinking,” Brian said scratching Spike behind the ear.

“What about you, aren’t you going back,” Rarity asked skeptically

“Nah, I’m planning on staying. Knowing you, Twilight; you’ll have the portal modified to be open 24/7,” Brian replied

“What are we going to do with Sunset,” Dash asked

“Teach her about friendship,” Twilight stated