There are some things you can lose, and some things that you can't, no matter how hard you try. Sunset Shimmer has lost everything once before. When it happens again, she finds out that there are some things that persevere even when you don't.

Like all of us, she finds it hard to confront her failure for what it is; all her fault. A flaw of self: character, priorities, ideals. Choices. Leaving Equestria was one such choice. Flash Sentry was another. Hostile takeover was the latest poor decision, and it has led her to this dilemma of self.

This fic is set after Sunset Shimmer's defeat in the first Equestria Girls movie.

It's also been left to collect dust for about half a year of studying, so not everything will fit where it is supposed to. Also, quality spikes (or the rest is really, really bad). This is a work in progress. I have more planned, including improvements to current content, but it's hopefully not going to be too long. Depends on what feedback I receive.

Braeburn is the makeshift tour guide for the town of Appleoosa's growing number of visitors. He enjoys his job and is paid enough to get by, leading a pretty good life. One evening, Vinyl Scratch, disheartened and bitter, turns up in Appleoosa seeking solace. Braeburn, being the friendly face of the small settlement, extends a professional gesture of hospitality. Things get quickly personal, as the duo are pulled into a friendship tied closely with Vinyl's problems, and Braeburn's efforts to help her sort things out.

A self-conflicted bounty hunter is hired to capture Twilight Sparkle. When his plan goes awry, unexpected friendships form and an adventure begins.

Note: Minor drug references, does not affect the storyline.