> Mlp Fim Next Gen New beginnings > by Mystic lover > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > The New Beginning > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the castle of friendship there was complete silence except for the hoofsteps of the Royal guards. There were snores coming from a room with a magenta door belonging to Princess Galaxy Twilight Star Sentry. Princess Galaxy Twilight Star Sentry also known as Galaxy Light was the alicorn foal of the princess of friendship Twilight Sparkle and Captain of the Ponyvillian Royal Guard Flash sentry. She had a light pink beige fur coat with highlights of blue and magenta in her mane, tail and big wings. Galaxy Light was sleeping peacefully in her room decorated with stars on the walls and a telescope in the middle of the room which she uses to watch the night sky which is her favourite time of day. She wakes up and rubs her eyes, as she heads towards her balcony. In her balcony, she watches the moon setting as the sun was rising. It created a gorgeous scene. This was Galaxy Light's daily morning routine. She went to her bathroom and brushed her teeth, then took a nice shower before brushing her mane and placing her Princess' accessories on herself. There was a knock on the door and Galaxy Light replied come in and it was her mother who walked in the room. "Morning my princess sleep well?" Twilight asked as she hugged her daughter. "Sure did mum so what are we going to be doing today?" Galaxy Light answered using her magic to levitate her to do list and quill. "Well I'm going to have a meeting maybe we can read for a bit and then you have some free time to yourself" Twilight responsed walking out of the room with Galaxy Light. "Oh yes we are going to read" Galaxy Light said smiling with her mother. As Princesses Galaxy Light and Twilight sparkle were walking, the guards stood up straight as sign of being ready for duty. Both Princesses arrived at the library as Twilight levitated her daughter's favourite book. Galaxy and Twilight were really interested by the book. Then suddenly the captain of the royal guard of Ponyville; Flash sentry enters the library and kisses Twilight on the cheek and salutes to Galaxy who repeats the gesture giggling. "I knew that I would find the both of you in here, I mean you both enjoy reading." Flash says in a childish way. "Yes we both are alike it must be so horrible so the girls have arrived?" Twilight asked in sacarsm earning glares and giggles from her husband and daughter. "Sure have, they're waiting for you in the throne room ready for the meeting," Flash replies as he heads to the library's door. "Sorry Gala but I have to go maybe you would like to go explore the town and make some friends?" Twilight asked hoping she would once leave the castle and make some friends. "No thanks mom but reading sounds more comfortable than making friends. You know I love being alone with my books." "I know sweetie but friends are important in life. I used to think like you until my friends helped me reach my full potential" Twilight emphasised by showing her wings to Galaxy. "I didn't know that but I'm fine just like this as it's one of my hobbies" Galaxy explained not really agreeing with her mother's wishes about her making friends. Twilight just sighed walking towards her husband after kissing Galaxy on her forehead. Flash and Twilight walk through the corridors, going inside the throne room with the Mane 5 and Spike sitting in their thrones having a conversation. "Morning, guys I guess you're wondering what this meeting is about?" Twilight greeted her friends who did the same back looking shocked that Twilight know what they were talking about. "Hey Twi sometimes you freak me out how you know us really well." Spike said earning agreeable nods from their friends. Twilight just giggles and rolled her eyes to Spike's statement as she sits next to him on her throne. "As you know we been friends for over a decade now but it's not the reason I asked for you here, not all of it anyway," stated Twilight staring at her friends before continuing speaking . "Galaxy has been isolating herself from ponies so me and Flash sometimes don't know what to do" Twilight looked worried her eyes glistening as if she were about to cry. "if only we knew a pony who once didn't believe in the important values of friendship in her life since she was a filly" remarked Applejack as everypony and dragon looked at Twilight with a look of amusement. Twilight blinked in embarrassment taking the moment to consider the irony of the element of honesty's statement. Her daughter symbolises herself during her fillyhood in Canterlot. "alright you might have a point of how alike Twilight and Galaxy are. After all like mother like daughter a wise mare told me once" replied Flash Sentry receiving a loving embrace from his lover. "it is going to be okay, we will help find a way to resolve Galaxy's issue" reminded Rarity as she heard cheers of approval. Twilight felt grateful for having such great help from her best friends. The Mane six along with Spike and Flash got in a group hug as they are all felt love filling them. They all thought of a way of making Galaxy realise the magic of friendship. "oh lookie here I got an idea on how to find the solution to our answers" exclaimed Pinkie Pie with an expression of hope in her team mates' eyes in the room. The elements of harmony cast their sights at Pinkie pie before all shouting "What?!". > The Dilemma > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Mane five, Spike and Flash Sentry waited for Pinkie Pie's answer to the crisis they are facing right now. The group were anxious on their thrones. " well you see our kids are in the ages where they need to start learning so lets re-open the school of friendship." stated the element of laughter as she heard the signs of approval from everypony. " That is an excellent opportunity for the young regal Galaxy to make new friends " exclaimed Fluttershy as she saw the look of worry expressed on Twilight's face. " Don't you worry Twi, convincing Galaxy to study at our school will be easy especially since she loves to learn about magic " said Rainbow Dash speaking calmly to Twilight. The princess of friendship sighed hard as she and her friends headed to the library. Arriving at their destination, they saw the young Galaxy reading in the right corner of the room they entered quietly together. " Hi sweetie, say hello to your aunties " said Twilight addressing to her daughter who simply waved at the older ponies around the room in front of her as she read peacefully to herself. The princess of friendship took the book from Galaxy earning a glare from her as she tried to get the book with her magic. Knowing her mom wasn't going to return the book she groaned in frustration. " Mother what's going on usually you leave me to read in peace, what has gotten in you today for Celestia's sake " exclaimed the annoyed Galaxy staring at Twilight angrily. " Firstly don't speak with your mom like that and secondly you need to go outside to socialise " replied Flash Sentry as he disaproved of the manners his daughter was showing. " Thanks Flash and finally there is some great news for you. Starting next week, you will attend the school of friendship run by me " remarked Twilight seeing the look of dissatisfaction on her filly's face. " What is the good news because attending that place is something I'll never do " shouted Galaxy the clear sign of her bitterness in her tone of voice. " sorry dear but you must start school and I believe this one will help you achieve your ambitions " " well you're wrong, my dream is to go to Celestia's school for Gifted Unicorns like you once did and graduated from " protested Galaxy galloping out of the library towards the training grounds of the royal guards in the castle. The mane Five and Spike look on in concern and supported Twilight. As the young alicorn exited the room, her mother stared in her direction unsure how to deal with this newfound dilemma. --------------------------------- At the training grounds Every royal guard was busy sword fighting or practising their racial talents; their strength, flight or magic. All except one. A young filly the same age as Galaxy and her most trusted friend. She was a light purple unicorn with a magenta and blue tri-stripes mane. She wore a dark purple and blue clothling. " Hi princess, came for some sword matches? " questioned the young filly lifting a wooden sword with her magic. "no thanks Electra, I'm not in the mood for a combat today since my mum wants me to go to a school" replied Galaxy in a broken-heart tone. Electra was the daughter of Chancellor Neighsay and Tempest Shadow; the co-captain of the royal guard of the Kingdom in Ponyvillie. She placed her hoof on her friend's forehead confused with the young alicorn's early statement about school. However Galaxy just slapped Electra's hoof away from her frowning face. " okay I thought you wanted to go to school, you are always going on about it and now you are sad as your mother finally grants your wish?! " exclaimed the little filly trying to connect the missing pieces of the puzzle. " it's not the fact what she is sending me to but where " explained the young princess pointing her hoof in the school's direction as she sighed disappointed in her mother's choice of stopping her achieve her dream. " Oh I get why you are complaining now, but you still get an education and knowing your mother you will still learn about magic. " Stated Electra as she empathises with her foalhood friend. Galaxy was angry at her mother for sending her to a school she didn't want to go. Unfortunately, Electra did have a point about her mother and the fact she will learn about magic even if she isn't going to be studying in Canterlot. The two fillies embraced each other loving the time they spent together. Suddenly a flash of light shined brightly; everypony shield their eyes. After the light show, Twilight approach the two fillies. Every guard bowed at their princess and Electra waved at the pony in front of her. " Hi Electra, do you mind leaving me alone with my daughter? " stated Twilight who placed her right hoof on the young filly. " It'll be my pleasure, your highne- I mean aunt Twilight. " replied Electra leaving the two to talk but not before saying goodbye to her foalhood friend. " Hi Galaxy i know you're mad still at me but i jus-" commented Twilight but she was interrupted by Galaxy. " well isn't that the understatement of the day mom. " the alicorn foal bitterly stated. " look here missy I know you would have preferred to go to Canterlot-however- I want you go to my school to learn magic " Galaxy turned her back and sat on the icy ground angrily mumbling as her ears dropped to symbolise her sadness. Twilight teleported to appear In front of her daughter using her right hoof to lift the young filly's chin. " Now I know you have your dreams and believe or not coming to my school will help you achieve it " " how tell me what kind magic of i could learn that is more powerful than the royal alicorns possess themselves " " I think you just have to attend my school and found out the surprises it holds " Twilight winked at Galaxy leaving her to decide if she will or will not attend school. Seconds passed... then minutes. Just as she was about to ingore her mom; a vast rainbow appeared reflecting in her eyes. Galaxy opened her wings and flew to the front of her supposed school in a week time. She stared at her reflection in the marine water and started singing. (Sofia the first I'm not ready to be a princess parody) Galaxy Light: Every thing seems crazy big And i'm feeling unsteady Mum says i'll be just fine But i don't think i'm ready New life, new school, new things to see I seem just fine with one quick glance I'm just a filly with a dream or two In this grand world, i don't stand a chance The alicorn filly is walking around her new school's grounds unsurely as she sings about friendship. Galaxy Light: I'm not ready for friendship I don't have what it takes No clue what to say So just stay away As i'm gonna make a gazillion mistakes The young alicorn opened her wings and started to fly as she continued to sing emotionally. I'm too average to be a friend I respectfully refuse i don't know the rules I would look like a fool And i'll go so crazy i may blow a fuse Princess Galaxy flew higher as her horn burst with magic to show her anger rising. Trying to master my alicorn magic New concepts will be in the way I'm nothing special But ponies will just treat me differently It's too much, too much, too much The confused filly landed on the ground after her flight. I'm not ready for friendship One look and that seems clear I'm not the one This pony is done And i'm not one to run, but i'm out of here Galaxy stretched her wings, transporting herself in front of the Friendship Castle with her magic. Galaxy Light Not a noble name Galaxy Light Even my flight is lame I'm not ready for friendship After her song ended, Galaxy, who was insecure and upset, cried into her front forelegs as a pony walked behind her. " hi kiddo I thought you would be more happy to see me- my little starfly " replied a white pony with a curly styled purple-pink mane with blue highlights. Galaxy turned around and ran into the white pony's huge hug. " Flurry Heart, I'm thrilled to see you here in Ponyville! " exclaimed Galaxy who was sobbing on her cousin's chest. Flurry Heart rubbed her young cousin's back saying that no matter the issue every thing will be alright in the end. She ignited her horn and teleported them someplace. ------------------------------------------------------------- At Twilight's Crystal castle throne room Princess Twilight paced backwards and forwards as everypony around watched her. She had worn a hole into the floor. Everypony knew very well why she was pacing which worried them as well. " Twi stop stressing so much it isn't doing any good " Spike lectured referring to the hole in the floor caused by his friend. " how I'm suppose to when my little twinkle star doesn't want nothing do with friendship " Twilight responded in her nerve-wreck voice scaring Spike, the Mane 5 and Flash. As those words left her mouth, the royal doors opened; her niece and daughter travelling to the large group of friends. " Flurry Heart! " cheered everypony as they loved her vists to Ponyville. " Hi everypony great to see you too and I know I haven't visited in an eternity but busy life as the heir " Flurry Heart smiled as she spoke to her family. Flurry told how she had decided to spent her free day in Ponyville and how she found Galaxy who told her the reason for her sadness. She encouraged Galaxy to tell her mother and friends her decision. " I thought hard and careful about the old option you gave me mom was no so I wasn't going to your school..." stated Galaxy as everypony had sad expressions on. "...however Flurry Heart convinced me otherwise so my final option is yes " As soon as Galaxy finished , Twilight hugged her precise filly and everypony joined in suffocating poor Galaxy. When they released, she gasped for fresh air. This action caused everyone to giggle. " How in Celestia's sake did you changed my twinkle star's mind " questioned Twilight to her beloved niece. " Sorry Aunt Twilight, but a magician never reveals her secrets " Flurry Heart said and winked at her cousin causing her to laugh. This treasure is best kept between them thought Twilight so happy with her filly's decision. " See Twi overall you were worrying over about nothing " mocked Rainbow Dash as they saw Galaxy leaving to go read with Flurry Heart. " Well that is where you are wrong Rainbow cause we still gotta convince all ponyville and our children to attend " replied Applejack ( she loved proving Rainbow Dash wrong any chance she got). oh boy we sure have hard work to finish thought the Mane 5 especially Rainbow Dash. She knows how her son will react to this news. ------------------------------------------------------------- At Rainbow Dash's cloudominium Inside the Cloudominium,which had a few rainbow decoration, some Pegasi were hiding. They knew to be quiet as just a noise could signify their doom and peril. Two of the Pegasi are young foals who have light blue coats. One filly and the other a colt; they are the twins of the co-captains of the wonderbolts Soarin and Rainbow Dash. The filly, who is named Cloud Catcher, has a white mane with light blue highlights. She is the youngest as she was born last. Her twin brother always brags about this fact however she isn't bothered as she knows he says that as a way for her to know he will protect her from harm. The colt is Rainbow blitz and he had a mane styled the same as his mum but it is more spiky to resemble a colt. He was hiding along side his sister as she lookouted out for their aunt and suppose uncle. " ssh stay quiet cloud or else our hunters find us " stated Rainbow Blitz as he lectured his younger sister about the upcoming trouble. " sorry, but I have to pee really badly but you know I will just say to my bladder to hold it in " scrowled cloud catcher in a sarcastic tone Rainbow Blitz just ignored his sister as he heard hoofsteps approaching and gigged her closer to him in attempt to silence her. They were in their room under the beds as they were playing hide and seek with their foalsitters. Behind their closed bedroom doors, Rumble and Scootloo were heading to open the door of their nephew and niece room with large grins on their lips as they were about to win the game in record time. After the door opened, they started talking as they know what was about to happen in a short time. " I give up Blitz, sweet release here I come at last " Remarked Cloud as she rushed to the bathroom Cloud Cather came back as soon as she had finished in the toilet. Her brother gave her an annoyed glare while the two adults had a smirk grin on their faces. " what when I got to go I go sorry if it meant we lost bro " Her twin brother kept staring at her with a death glare which only meant one thing. She has to leave to live another day. Cloud Catcher flew out of her shared bed room as Rainbow Blitz trailed her in flight. " you are so dead " stated Rainbow Blitz flapping his blue wings quicker to catch up to his sister in front of him. " Have to catch me first slowpoke " challenged Cloud Catcher They flew into the living room where Blitz tackles Cloudy into the couch and grabbed the nearest pillow to him. Cloudy did the same as her twin and a large pillow fight started between the two. Unfortunately what started as a fun game it lead to trouble for the flying duo. Scootloo and Rumble arrived at the livingroom where they witness their nephew throw a pillow at the TV which fell to the floor just after. The pillow was aimed at the young filly however she avoided the attack to her agility. The young couple just gasped alongside their niece and nephew. Scootloo and Rumble glared at them in a way to show disapproval of their actions. The worst was yet to come. A few seconds later, their parents arrive at the scene of the crime whilst the two foals come away from their parents especially their mother. Rainbow Dash had a face so red that it was about to explode like a volcano. " you two got a ten seconds to explain why you caused the TV to smash or else so help me you will be grounded until you are matured " shouted Dash in an angry tone " Well in that case you are going to be grounded forever Blitz " joked cloudy who was trying to lit up the mood but failed after seeing that the adults were not amused especially her mother and brother. The two foals along with Scootloo and Rumble explained what happened for the crime to occur. The adults were dissatisfied with the fight between the two. The foals lower themselves to floor in sadness. " We are grounded for life, right mum" said the twins simultaneously in a knowing tone " As attempting as that idea is, I have a more important announcement to make, starting from next Monday you two will students at the school of friendship." "NNNNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!" yelled Rainbow Blitz as his sister just sighed. > School starts soon?! > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rainbow Blitz kept complaining about the news his mother just proclaimed as Cloud Catcher was just shaking her head at the embrassing display her twin is showing. " Why are you sending us to school, I want to continue being free whilst you guys are away at wonderbolts' headquarters " wailed Rainbow Blitz not liking the idea of starting school. " Oh just stop crying you're being baby, at least we aren't ground for life " leactured Cloud Catcher who was starting to get annoyed with her older twin brother. " Well I prefer being grounded then having to say goodbye to our sweet flight lessons as well as see you later to aunt Scootloo and uncle Rumble " Rainbow Dash and Soarin approach their twin foals as they were split apart by their aunt and uncle to prevent another fight. Blitz is being hold by his uncle while Cloudy by her aunt. Both colt and filly were being hugged and comforted by them. " Listen squirt, just cause you are starting school it doesn't mean you will never see me- listen here the two of us will continue foalsitting you two, right Scoots? " explained Rumble wanting the input of his marefriend. " You got that right I will never switch being with you two for all of Equestria " stated Scootloo to remove Blitz's doubt. " Promise you will continue to be with us teaching us cool aerial skills " stated the young rainbow coluered mane colt in a hopeful tone. " They promise, they love you two more than you can imagine " included Rainbow Dash as her husband just smiled at the affection the two foals received from Rumble and Scootloo which was a kiss. The foals sighed in relief (Blitz's one being the loudest) as the whole Dash family that is presented got into a big family hug. The twins were satisfied that nothing was going to change for them except that they were going to start school. ------------------------- At Carrousel Boutique Inside the glamorous clothing shop, a young filly is colouring a book with lots of fashion designs as she is being observed by her aunt and uncle Sweetie Belle and Button Mash. The young filly was no other than Emerald Glitz the young dragon-hyprid foal of Spike and Rarity. She had a lavender horn and coat with furry spikes on her back. Her mane and eyes were a light blue-purplish sparking like a gemstone. Her claws were the same colour as well. " I'm nearly finishing the colour book page I'm on auntie and uncle " remarked Emerald Glitz showing her proud and neat work to her family. Sweetie belle just smiled at the colouring her niece was just about to finish. She thought like mother like daughter as she noticed the fact her niece had fine eye to detail like her older sister Rarity. Her colt friend Button Mash kissed her on her lips passionately. He asked the young dragon--hyprid if she wanted to eat now. " Well I'm famished uncle so I would like an egg salad with a glass of orange juice please fine sir " " Come right up princess as your wish is my command " replied Button Mash earning giggles from the two girls in the room Sweetie Belle was mainly laughing at the fact her niece was talking in the same manner her sister does remembering how alike they are. " What would my fair queen like to eat " asked Button Mash as he was referring to his grinning marefriend. " Well my kind king, surprise me " replied Sweetie Belle as her coltfriend headed to the kitchen to cook themselves food. After a few minutes later, Button Mash came with a tray of food. He first handed Sweetie Belle her oatmeal sandwich with egg with a cup of carrot juice. He received thanks from both of the girls plus a kiss on the lips from Sweetie Belle and one on the cheek from Emerald Glitz. It sure is nice to be appreciated Button Mash thought. As they ate, the front door of the boutique opened as Spike and Rarity walked through the door after closing it behind them. They followed the scent of food to their family seeing them finish their meal and were greeted by them. Sweetie Belle lifted the plates onto the tray with her magic before levitating the tray as she headed to the kitchen and placed the dirty plates in the sink. " I have marvellous news to give my little gemstone " stated Rarity as she and Spike were cuddling with their filly. " Well tell me what the news is please mummy and daddy " replied Emerald excitedly about the news her parents were about to tell her. " In a week time, you alongside every foal in ponyville will be able to attend our school of friendship" told spike as his filly gleamed as soon as she heard the news. " This is fantastic news, School of friendship get ready for the wonder that it is moi " spoke Emerald in a majestic way. Her family just laughed whilst Rarity just blushed as red as a tomato. She has taught her little gemstone well maybe too well in her equitte. -------------------------- At Sweet Sugar Cube Corner At Sweet Sugar Cube Corner, they were costumers coming and going with satisfaction in the goods they brought. The Shop was busy as usual as the cakes alongside Cheese Sandwich-except their children- were working to fill the orders requested by the ponies. In the living room the cake twins Pound and Pumpkin Cake were watching over a duo of a filly and a colt who happened to be twins as well. " Cherry and Cheddar we going to get you and tickle you to death " stated the cake twins in a playful threat way. " aaahhh run brother or else the tickle monsters we will get us like they did the rest of Equestria" shrieked Cherry pie as she ushered her sibling Cheddar Cheesecake to gallop faster. Cherry pie was a light red earth pony filly with a swirly brown mane and tail with pink highlights. Her eyes were a breath taking blue glimmering like a vast body of water such as the ocean like her mother's who happened to be Pinkie Pie. Her older twin brother was a earth pony like her named Cheddar Cheesecake. He was the spitting image of their father Cheese Sandwich except his coat was a lighter shade of yellow almost a peachy colour. The younger twins pair galloped away from their aunt and uncle. Just when they were about to reach the safe house, they were picked up by the ponies they were trying to escape from in the first place. " hhaaaaa we got you now it is time to be a tickle zombie like us " explained the cake twins as they tickled the young foals. Cherry pie and Cheddar Cheesecake just had to surrender as they were tickled until they were struggling to breathe. " Lunch time you guys " yelled the Cakes in the kitchen as Cheese Sandwich was setting up the table in the dining room. The group of twins rushed eagerly to the dining room to help their father/uncle set the table up whilst they wait for Pinkie Pie to arrive. A short time later, the rest of the family sat at the table to begin eating their meal due to the arrival of Pinkie Pie. Pinkie Pie had just disclosured the school re-opening to the twins, Cheese Sandwich and the Cakes. " Alright the two of you will enjoy your time at that School just like we did " declared Pound cake as his sister just nodded in agreement along with her aunt, parents and uncle. The young twins were so nervous-cited for School to begin for them next week. --------------------------- At Fluttershy's Animal Sanctuary In the peaceful woodlands that were surrounding Fluttershy's cottage, the animals were being treated with TLC by a young filly and her father Discord. The filly was known as Melody Meadow who was the offspring of Discord the Lord of chaos and Fluttershy. She had a coat similar to her mother's and her wings were the same colour with shades of brown and light pink. She had a pinkish- brown mane. She was singing as she flew around her family's sanctuary to help look after it. Discord just sighed and smiled as he viewed his filly acting like his wife. He was grumpy at first as he had expected Fluttershy to be the one helping their foal but since she was running later he had to do it instead. " Hello Lily I see you are feeling much better as your wing is healed now " stated Melody to her pet bird Lily the bird just chirped to affirm that her owner was right. Lily is Melody's favourite just as Angel bunny is Fluttershy's. Fluttershy flew up to her daughter as soon as she arrived home to greet her and then kissed her husband. " Come inside you two as I have a urgent event to talk to you two about " said Fluttershy as she lead her husband and foal to their home. The family sat in the coach as Fluttershy explained why she was later to arrive home as she told Melody how she will start school in a week time. " oooh that is amazing my little girl is growing up she is starting school " chanted Discord as his daughter just looked nervous. Melody Meadow told her parents about her uncertainty in going to school but her mother insured her that she will be fine and make new friends as soon as possible when she attends her first school day. ----------------------- At Sweet Apple Acres Applejack found herself walking on a road leading to an area full of apple orchards. Home Sweet Home she thought as she galloped towards her family. " Yeeaiahh " yelled a colt who galloped towards an apple tree to buck it causing the apples to fall into a basket. Apple Harvest was the colt who just apple bucked as he repeated his actions until he heard his mother Applejack call him. Apple Harvest was a young earth pony with a orange coat and mane with shades of brown. His tail had the same colour scheme as his mane. " Hey Ma, I was just helping the family gather the apples " exclaimed the young apple colt as he wiped the sweat forming in his forehead. Applejack just shook her head as they raced to their family barn. They were acknowledged by Grand pear, Granny Smith, Big mactonish, Sugar Belle, Caramel, Apple Bloom and her coltfriend Tender Taps. Applejack replayed her meeting to her family as she breached how her son with all the foals in Ponyville were starting school at the school of friendship. " Land sakes, I have to go school whilst you guys labor away that doesn't sound fair to me " remarked Apple Harvest not liking the fact his family work whilst he studies. " Now don't fret young fella, you are a foal which means you should be studying and having fun playing with your friends " replied Granny Smith Apple Harvest just moaned as he knew there was no point in arguing with his family as one thing they shared was stubborness besides genes and Apple pride. ----------------------------- At the Castle of Friendship Flurry heart and her aunt had just finished reading a book with Galaxy Light. Flurry used her magic to teleport the book back to its right place in the library bookshelf. " Well you better go pack your things if you guys want to come to the Crystal Empire with me for the week " remarked the young adult Crystal Princess referring that her journey at Ponyville is coming to an end due to her royal duties back home. Galaxy Light teleported to her room whilst Flurry Heart spoke to her aunt. Twilight put a reassuring hoof on her niece's shoulder as she knew the topic she was about to speak about was delicate. " Did you get a chance to go and speak with your ponyvillan friends especially the Cake twins" asked Twilight in a pitiful tone as she had a hunch that Flurry didn't go. Flurry Heart just slouched to the crystal floor as she shook her head regretful. Every since her departure from Ponyville, her bond with her friends in Ponyville weaken, mainly with the Cake twins due to the disagreement she had with Pound Cake before leaving to start her royal duties in the Crystal Empire. As soon as Galaxy Light reappeared in the library, the two adults tried to disguise their sadness. However they failed as the young alicorn filly asked what's wrong. Twilight and Flurry Heart explained it was an adult issue to convince Galaxy to drop the subject as it was painfully to talk about it for Flurry Heart. She was still curious but decided to ignore it to spare her cousin of the sufferment she felt. After apologising to her cousin for being too nosy, the three princesses walked to the exit of the castle. Flash Sentry was waiting to see them off with Electra and her mother Tempest. He couldn't go with them as he had to look after Ponyville in his wife's absence as it was his duty. After saying their goodbyes and finishied the group hug, Flurry Heart with her aunt and cousin teleported to the train station. ------------------------------ At the Crystal Empire's Train station The royal family got out of the train and raced to towards the Crystal Palace. They were greeted by the Royal guard and excorted to the throne room. Inside the throne room, the Queen and King of the Crystal Empire - Candance and Shining Armour- were sat in their thrones whilst signing important documents. They were accompanied by their dear friends Starlight Glimmer and Crystaller Starburst with their adopted son Jasper Light burst. " Flurs, Aunt Twilight and Galaxy Light oh my sweet celestia look how much you have grown these months " greeted Jasper happy to see his foalhood best friend and the two princess of Ponyville. " Hi Jasp Happy to see you too you " replied Twilight whilst her daughter just smiled at her suppost cousin. " So tell me my royal advisor to be anything urgent happened whilst I was out " asked Flurry Heart eager to finish her royal duties to have some more free time to herself. Jasper explained the day events to his best friend as they walked out of the room towards the Guest Section of the Palace with Galaxy in trail behind them. " Sunshine Sunshine ladybugs awake clap your hooves and do a little shake " The princess of friendship and Queen of Love did the routine they always do when they meet. Twilight then hugged her sister-in-law, brother, Starburst and old pupil as she catched up with them. > New Life, New experience > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The school of friendship was an enchanting area radiating across the town. It was a very big day for the fillies and colts of Ponyville as school was starting and as well as it's the opening of its facilities. All around the normal quite town, ponies are busily going through their everyday lives as foals go inside the school eager to learn. A collection of ponies' families especially the Mane 5 caught the most focus in the area. First came Rarity and Spike with their sister Sweetie Belle and her colt friend Button Mash and Emerald Glitz. She was gracefully walking inside the school yard. Emerald was wearing her purple gem hair clip and smiling at everypony. Next was the party couple pinkie and her husband Cheese Sandwich. Their foals hopped endlessly in the main entrance near Emerald Glitz. The pink filly and orange colt were twins. They were inseparable doing everything together at their big house. Cherry Pie was happily playing with her brother (Cheddar Cheesecake) her swirly/curly mane blew in the soft breeze of the wind. The two siblings turn their heads as they saw a family of six Pegasi stopping their mid flight and landing on the grass creating a loud noise almost like an explosion. From the mist of smoke emerged two little foals; a colt and a filly. Rainbow Blitz was smugly smiling as his twin sister just rolled her eyes due to her twin's big ego. Cloud Catcher was more humble and not as self centred as Rainbow Blitz. The two siblings were the main source of attention as they were looked by Emerald and the pie family. Cheddar was more interested in Cloud Catcher as the little filly smile in response. " Looks like you got an admirer little sis " joked Rainbow Blitz as his sister just used her hoof nudge him hard on the forearm emitting a laugh from the older Pegasus. " Don't even think about annoying me..." started Cloudy Catcher as her mother and father interrupted the bickering foals. " Now you better stop or else no aerial training today " stated Soarin as the young Pegasi were glared by their mom. Blitz and Cloudy knew better than to ignore their parents' warnings especially their mom and auntie's ones about their flight training. Soarin, Scootaloo, Rumble and Rainbow Dash spoke with Rarity, Spike, Sweetie Belle, Button Mash, Pinkie Pie and Cheese as their children met each other. They made their parents delighted to see them socialising well. " so you said you love to juggle fruits and abnormal objects " questioned Emerald Glitz to the pie siblings' amazing talents. " yeah we basically knew how since we were very little " stated the pie twins as they spoke simultaneously earning giggles from their new friends and soon to be classmates. Cherry and Emerald got along better. Blitz, Cheddar and Cloudy talked as if they knew each other since their births. Cloudy stared at Cheddar with her enchanting eyes like her mother Rainbow Dash's. She made the colt's heart beat very fast inside. As the time drew closer to the re-opening of the school, the Apple and Fluttershy and Discord's family came. Applejack, Apple Bloom, Tender Taps and Caramel galloped through the gates as their son- Apple Harvest- was behind them. Apple Harvest was wearing a Stetson hat and a traditional bandetta made by his family. Near them entered Fluttershy, Discord and their daughter Melody Meadow. The shy filly walked into the school as she was looked by a certain Pegasus colt near her right. " ha,ha, oh the irony what were you saying about love, cuz now you are the one with googly eyes at the filly near us " smirked Cloudy as she hoof-pumped with Cheddar. The rainbow coloured mane colt tried to protest but as soon as the shy Pegasus filly came to them, he completely froze due to the beauty he witnessed right in front of him. Melody smiled lovely at Blitz who give her a wave and they spoke with each other. The sense of her friend's comfort was relaxing Melody bit by bit. " hey Melody, are you excited for the grand entrance to the school of friendship? " pointed Blitz as Melody nods her head in response to Blitz question. She twirled her hair nervously as they communicated with the rest of their new friends. The group of the seven foals were staring at the sky, as a marvellous carriage appeared. It was enormous, purple, blue and decorated with several six-pointed stars on the sides. The door was opened and revealed two alicorns and an amber pegasus. The pink beige little alicorn filly was wearing her magenta crown and levitating a book. On her back, a saddle bag was strapped with all of her vital belongings. " Presenting their royal majesties prince Flash Sentry, princesses Twilight and Galaxy Twilight Sparkle " exclaimed Tempest Shadow and Electra introducing the royal family to the citizens of Ponyville. At the mention of the royal family, everypony bowed down in respect as Flash, Twilight and Galaxy light exited the coach. Walking elegantly, Galaxy spotted Apple Harvest and the rest of the mane five's children. They were all curious about Galaxy as they had never seen her before in Ponyville. The young royal only ignored their looks directed at her. " your highness, welcome to our school " bowed Rarity and the rest of the Mane Six along with their respected husbands. Twilight blinked and replied with " ladies " bowing her head down as well as her best friends and their husbands. " I'm just teasing Twilight we are sister-in-laws and best friends " inquired Rarity that there wasn't any need for formality who earned a giggle from the royal family except Galaxy who looked annoyed and bored. " cool our parents were already best friends maybe we can also be as well " said the pie twins addressing to his new friends. They all agreed but Galaxy who was the only one to reject the idea. She thought sure whatever. " where are my manners i'm Emerald Glitz and that's Cherry pie, Cheddar Cheesecake, Cloud Catcher, Rainbow Blitz, Melody Meadow and Apple Harvest " stated Emerald introducing her fellow friends to the pink beige alicorn who introduced herself by saying her full name. The young Mane 8 headed towards the Princess of Friendship and the rest of the Mane 5 and Spike as they were about to start the Presentation. " Greetings, my fair Ponyvillians as you know, Today is a spectacular day for all the young ponies in Equestria. Because starting today, the school of friendship is officially reopened " proclaimed Twilight as the ponies presented cheered to the nouncement of their Princess. " I'm Head Mare of this fine school for those who have forgotten. There are some changes as Racial classes will start and the children will be split into tutor groups. As you know my friends were the teachers however three of them are being replaced- Rainbow Dash, Rarity and Applejack- due to personal matters. Their younger siblings will take their classes instead. So please may I welcome Apple Bloom, Sweetie Belle and Scootloo along with Miss Cheerlie and her assistant Miss Honey, Rumble, Tender Taps and the rest of our fine tutors and staff members " The audience stomped their hooves in approval as the ponies mentioned stood proud waving to the crowd. To finish Twilight explained how the foals should have their class on letter their parents/guardians received about the opening of the school. She instructed the foals to find out their form with their carer and line up in front the teacher mentioned in the letter as their tutor. To the Mane 8's relief, they were all in the same class with Miss Cheerlie as their tutor and Miss Honey as their teacher assistant. The children said farewell to their families as they were lead to their main classroom for their whole academic life at the School of Friendship. > Welcome to the School of Friendship > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The children followed their tutors to their classrooms. In Miss Cheerlie's class, the young mare tutor instructed her students to line up at the back of her room. Miss Cheerilee introduced herself and her helper, " Hello I'm Miss Cheerilee, for those who haven't met me yet- I'll will be your tutor for your entire academic life here until further notice. This mare next to me is our teacher assistant Miss Honey." All the fillies and colts greeted Miss Honey in a polite manner, " Good Morning, Miss Honey and Miss Cheerilee." Miss Honey replied to the kind gesture, " My, what well mannered students you all are- I believe aiding you foals will be easy peasy." Her childish speech at the end got a few chuckles from the young ponies. Miss Honey is a peach-coloured unicorn who has autumn eyes, mane and tail. She is holding a ball in mid air with her magic in a orange magical aura. She explained to the children about the game they were about to play. The rules were simple as to start Miss Honey sat herself and the ponies in a circle as she explains who she is and what are her hobbies and aspirations in life. Then she passes the ball to Rainbow Blitz for his go. The light blue pegasi colt spun the ball in his hoof as he described himself in his usual confident way, " I'm Rainbow Blitz and just like my parents, I'm a flying dynamic pony as I want to be a wonderbolt like them. So my aerial skills are my life. Heck I'm such an amazing flyer that I learned to fly before I could walk." His last comment earned a annoyed look from his twin as Blitz throw the ball up and his head to pass it to Cloudy. " Hi there I'm the flying extraordinary Cloud Catcher and younger twin of Blitz. Sorry for my brother's cockiness, he hit his head so now he has a big bump on it which explains his larger ego." That last comment earned snorts and giggles from the class except the two adult mares and especially her brother Blitz. Rainbow Blitz's reply to his sibling's teasing was "Haaa very funny little sis". Miss Cheerilee and Miss Honey separated the filly and colt before they could argue, " Now you two don't fight it's not very friendly and respectful as friends and siblings." They only glared at each other and stuck out their tongues. Cloudy passed the ball to the pie twins. The pie twins kept throwing the ball between themselves, " Hello, I'm Cheddar Cheesecake I hope you all could be my very best friends. That's my twin sister Cherry Pie and we both stick together like two peas in a pod. We both like baking, games, running, jokes, music, dancing and parties!" The twin earth ponies hoof-pumped each other as they explained about themselves in excitement. Melody went next as she spoke in a shy, quite tone and voice," Amm, hi I'm Melody Meadow and daughter of Discord and Fluttershy. I love to care for animals so I love nature and care deeply about the environment, so I tend to do gardening." Knowing that Melody was related to the Lord of chaos became as a shock to the class except for the young Mane 7. Apple Harvest got the ball handed over to him by his Pie cousins, " Hey y'all Name's Apple Harvest and being an Apple is my game. I will uphold my family traditions as I get older to do them. Until then I apple buck the trees as taught by my ma, pa, great gran, grand pear, uncles and aunts. I also train as a rodeo pony, so there's nothing like a stampede through the farm to start my mornin'. " Despite Blitz being the colt that got the most admired glances from his girls classmates, the young apple colt got a few for himself just like Cheddar Cheesecake. Out of all the fillies, the one look Harverst loved to receive was from a certain pink beige alicorn filly. Her smile was so very magnificent to the young rodeo earth colt. Apple Harvest rolled the ball across the class to Emerald Glitz, who then levitated the ball as she presented herself, " Darlings, I'm Emerald Glitz I love fashion and absolutely adore jewels like my parents Rarity and Spike. Because of my dragon heritage, I can breathe fire and I'm resistant to it." All the young colts had googy eyes aimed at Emerald Glitz except for Apple Harvest, Cheddar Cheesecake and Rainbow Blitz. She was a true beauty like her mother. Some of the fillies were jealous of the attention she was getting from the boys. Finally, Galaxy Light, who used her horn to cause the ball to move in the air like Emerald Glitz, spoke up, " As you can tell I'm a Alicorn Princess of Equestria and the daughter of Twilight Sparkle. My name's Galaxy Twilight Star Sparkle, but I would prefer if you called me Galaxy Light or just Galaxy. I love stargazing, reading and studying all about magic and equestrian history and culture. Some of the class thought Nerd Alert whilst like for Emerald and Melody nearly all of the colts gave her flirty looks which caused Galaxy to just sigh. However, she had a quick glance at Apple Harvest and saw the way he was giving plenty of death glares, towards the colts who had a crush on her. She only thought nothing of it which lead her to smile at him in discreet. Miss Cheerilee then apoligised to the rest of the class who didn't have a turn yet, " Unfortunately form time is about to end so we will listen to the rest of the ponies who still have to discuss who they are and what are their interests later. See ya in the afternoon my lovely ponies. The class responded to their teacher and Miss Honey, " See ya soon Miss Cheerilee, thanks for your game Miss Honey. " The two adult mares just smiled as they handed the fillies and colts their timetable for the term whilst they left for their racial classes due to them being the next lesson. ---------------------------- At Racial study - Earth Tender Taps was waiting in the sport hall for his students whilst he prepared the obstacles course stations. In the middle of the hall was a whiteboard withthe symbol of their Earth pony tribe banner. Just as Tender Taps was finishing up the last of the preparations for his class, the young ponies piled in whilst they greeted their tribal pony teacher. Tender Taps then told the class who he was and what his duty is in the school, " I'm Tender Taps your racial class teacher and as some of you know I'm a dancer professional. If you wondering why we split you guys up based on race, its because before you learn about Unicorns and Pesagi, you must first know about the history and culture of the Earth ponies." After his explanation, Tender Taps walked to the whiteboard and asked the foals a question, " Now can somepony tell me what we as Earth ponies are originally known for magic-wise." Most of the young Earth ponies were confused by the magic comment at the end. Except for Apple Harvest and a couple of his classmates. Tender Taps picked Apple Harvest to give the answer his question," We are known to have great strength and a special connection to nature, animals and plants, which is why we tend to be farm ponies as we are usually the only tribe to grow crops and other vegetation." Tender Taps gave his congratulation for his correct answer. He even asked Harvest to be a volunteer for the practical work that he is to set for his students. Apple Harvest got handed a lasso which he used to demonstrate the task based on the obstacle station for the class. He used the rope to twirl it around his wrist as he got through it by jumping. Then he grasped an apple which he threw at Cherry Pie using the lasso skills he got taught by his family including his teacher. After the show, he gave a wink at a filly who had expensive accessories which caused her to blush and faint. Apple Harvest received lots of applause for his performance which he bowed at whilst tipping his stetson hat. He sat in his spot before his act. Tender Taps then explained his task to the class, " Just as Harvest demonstrated, you are to go around each station and learn the skills by reading the instruction sheet provided to be able to complete the tasks." The Pie twins and Apple Harvest went to a station where they were followed by the green filly who had gained Harvest's wink. The green filly had a cyan mane and orange eyes with a leaf shaped locket and hairclip in her mane. She was Jade Evergreen the daughter of an important business pony In Ponyville. After being identified by her supposed admirer, Jade Evergreen said who she was, " I'm Jade Evergreen I really like your rodeo style Harvest." Apple Harvest just blinked as Cheddar and Cherry Pie tried to cover their giggles and smirks. Jade kept flirting with the young Apple colt who just shrugged his shoulder and glared at the twins who made kissing sounds behind Jade's back. Apple Harvest told Jade about the relation between him and the twins, " These are my twin cousins and friends- Cherry Pie and Cheddar Cheesecake." Jade gave a half-hearted wave to greet Cherry and Cheddar. The two realised it was because her interest was on Harvest only which made them feel invisible as they (Jade and Harvest) talked. ---------------------------- At Racial study - Flight Rumble gathered his students at the outside training course designed for aerial practice as he started his lesson, " Hi guys I'm Rumble one of the flight coordinators of the school. Today we learn about how to take off and land because they are two important aspects of being a flier" He continued to talk as he was about to instuct the class about what they had to do, " Now I need volunteers for this to work-hmm Dash twins front and centre please." Rainbow Blitz and Cloud Catcher went up to their uncle as he spoke to the audience, " Now these two will show the excerise you are about to do- guys if you please." The flying duo twins unfurled their wings as they hovered in the air before taking flight in full speed as they maneuvered around the hoops as they left their cloud and lightning bolt signature behind them. They then shot up high as they could before heading down and stretching their wings to land as they slided infront of the rest of the foals. Unfortunately their landing cause the foals to cough cuz of the ground debris. They gave nervous chuckles as two colts known as Star Blaze and Gold Thunder gave them death stares. Star Blaze and Gold Thunder were best friends as well as talented fliers. Star Blaze was a red pesagi with purple mane and tail whereas Gold Thunder was yellow and had a white mane and tail. Gold Thunder then spoke up and walked towards Cloudy after Rumble turn around to speak with Melody" Oi watch your landing area next time punks or else." The yellow colt's threat caused Blitz to get in protective mood," Or else what- you try anything against me especially my sister you will have to deal with me and trust me you will hate being my rival. " Then Star Blaze got involved in the chat," Please Thunder here can fly circles around you that you aren't worth being a rival. " CLoudy saw how angry her twin was getting so decided to direct the tension headed to Blitz towards her," Try us just don't live up to your name and be burn by our flying and awesomeness. " Star Blaze and Gold Thunder started a staring contest with the Dash twins. Before things could get more ugly, they were separated by Rumble , " Oh you guys aren't gonna fight and argue or else you can complete alright- on how to earn our Headmare favour so you aren't punished." The last comment caused the issue to get worse as the four bickering foals got some teasing from the class except from their friend Melody. The young buttercream filly just gave sympathetic looks. Rumble stopped the problem by saying that is enough because who didn't stop will be sent to Headmare Twilight's Office. ----------------------------------- At Racial study - Magic The unicorn students of Miss Cheerilee's class including Princess Galaxy Light were told to sit at the desk with their name on. The alicorn filly ended up sitting to the left of Emerald Glitz. Emerald Glitz took her seat at front, " Hey Gala, looks like fate is trying to unite us like our parents." Galaxy smiled as she raised one of her eyebrows, " Gala?!, you do know my right name Emerald. Emerald Glitz gave her friend a smirk telling her that "Gala" was the nickname that she made just for her. Galaxy just shook her head replying, " Whatever you say Emes." They then turned their attention to the male unicorn at the front named Silver Quartz. Silver Quartz had a silver coat with blue mane and tail which were shining like a cluster of stars due to the glimmer they had. Silver Ouartz then told the class who he was, " I'm Silver Quartz I'm your magic teacher for this year. Before we start I want to know who can tell me what is the most basic magical skill we have as pony magic users? Gala lifted her hoof in the air and got the permission to answer," The most basic magic skill we can do is levitation Sir." Silver Quartz told Gala that she was correct, " That's right Galaxy, being able to use our magic to lift things is one of the skills we first show as unicorn foals or alicorn in your case." Galaxy and Emerald then voluntered to do some levitation demonstrations. They received praise from most of the class. One of the ponies who wasn't cheering was Ruby Rose an amethyst unicorn with yellow mane. She wore a Ruby Rose tiara. This rich pony thought it wasn't a big deal that Gala and Emerald can levitate items as nearly every magic user could. Then Silver Quartz explained the task set for homework earning moans from some of the young ponies. Emerald and Galaxy noticed how the class thought they were a great team. The two magic users knew that the action of giving each other their own nicknames as well as the great magic talent they have a fond for was starting their close friendship. ----------------------------- At the Food Hall Every pony was rushing from their classes to the food hall to get some food. The young Mane 8 were lining up waiting to be served as they were lead to a table by Galaxy to sit down after getting what they wanted to eat. The children of Harmony were eating in a peaceful environment comparing how their lessons were. Unfortunately, thier tranquility was soon ended when Star Blaze and Jade Evergreen led by Ruby Rose and Gold Thunder went to them. Gold Thunder taunted as he gave Melody a flirty look, " Well well well, what do we have here a bunch of wannabes and miraculously some cute freaks." Melody started to sniff as her tears were about to be released. Emerald turned red as smoke escaped from her nose as she was angry at the comment freak. Rainbow Blitz went to the draconequus and dragon pony hybrids' aid, " Hey leave Mel, Emerald and the rest of my friends alone you jerk. You only have trouble with me and it will get bigger for you if you don't leave now!" Ruby Rose give a love-sick smirk at Blitz and Harvest who was holding the rainbow mane colt back to prevent a fight, " Oh how sweet my Apple lover is protecting his foolish cute and heroic friend from hurting himself oohh I just love it." Galaxy then got involved, " What are she talking about Harvest?!" Apple Harvest gave a nervous chuckle and responded to Galaxy, " Gal, I have no clue what in Equestria she is talking about. She is nuts and outta check her noggin cuz she has a few screws loose." Harvest response calmed Galaxy down as she and the rest of foals giggled at the thought of Ruby Rose being a maniac. She acted like it too as she levitated her shivering crush and was about to kiss the poor Apple colt... Galaxy used her magic to teleport herself in front of Ruby Rose as she got Apple Harvest out of the crazy 'in love' filly's hold as she stretched out her wings. She used them and the rest of her body as a shield for herself and the rest of the children of harmony especially Apple Harvest who was cowering in fear of Ruby Rose. The Alicorn filly then shouted, " This is ridiculous just leave before you make more of a fool of yourself as you can't force some pony to love you." That caused Ruby Rose to crack as she tackled Gala, " Shut up you don't know everything that you think you do." Jade Evergreen used her strength to pry her best friend from the young princess," urgh Petals you're losing your sanity over a colt who doesn't love you back. " Star Blaze finally spoke, " Well she can't lose something she didn't have in the first place can she now?!" Jade and Thunder gave a cut it out look at Blaze before he had to deal with the fury that is Ruby Rose. Ruby Rose tried to fight against the force of her bestie, " Get you sickly hooves off me or else I'll will sue you for invading my personal space" Cherry Pie tried to lighten the mood as she spoke in a jokey and sarcastic way, " She is just a rare gem right guys." Her twin Cheddar added his input, " I'll say little Sis" There were small signs of agreement from the elements of harmony's children. Emerald Glitz told her opinions, " She's a disgrace to lady kind." Jade Evergreen stood up for her friend as Star Blaze and Gold Thunder pulled Rose away from Emerald before she could try to attack the dragon pony hybrid," Well you and your friend Melody are a mistake as you are outsiders which means you don't belong here as we ponies don't accept halflings. So why don't you return to the Dragon Lands and she to the Canterlot Gardens with her daddy." Emerald Glitz's eye twitched--Enough of the horrible comments! Emerald levitated her Strawberry Pie and Chocolate Milkshake as she hovered it towards Jade," Well my mother taught me that as ponies we are very generous so here let me share my food with you." The young dragon pony hybrid faked a trip over her own hooves and tipped all of her beverage over Jade's head and smashed the pie in her face. There was a loud shriek curtesy of Jade Evergreen as she tackled Emerald and the two wrestled each other as the rest of ponies yelled " Food Fight". Galaxy tried to help Emerald but she was overwhelmed by the same fate as Ruby clashed her horn against Gala's. The two grunted as the rest of their colleagues engaged in a food fight or tried to break the fight between the girls. Cloudy cheered for her young princess and Emerald , " Show them what happens when they mess with our friends." The chaotic outbreak soon reached Twilight who gathered the racial class tutors and her friends to handle the situation. When Twilight and her gang arrived, she was horrified to see food everywhere and her daughter and niece in a fight. The adults approached the girls which turned out to be an error in their parts. Twilight got hit by cake and a magic blast. Galaxy screamed in horror for attacking her accidentally. She galloped to her mother and cried at her hooves as the Headmare princess Twilight fell.