(Jordanwolfboy9743: *looks off to the side* Yeah, that's right, Gavin. You can do nothing without the key. *waves it tauntingly in front of him. Looks to the audience with a surprised look* Oh! Hello, good viewers! Just... ignore what you saw! Hehehe... )

(Shadowlight2784: Well, I know what's going on your permanent record.)

(Jordanwoldboy9743: Shush, Shadow! We can't let them know that we have flaws. Do you know what happens when that occurs?)

(Shadowlight2784: Let me guess, Discord comes out of nowhere and wreaks havoc like usual?)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: Exactly! *looks back at audience* Sooo, all that stuff before, just pretend it never happened! So, let's just... get back to work.)

(Shadowlight2784: Yeah. Speaking of work, hiring a new researcher is gonna be a bit of an issue.)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: An issue that most definitely will be solved, right Shadow? *winks*)

(Shadowlight2784: I'm not sure we can solve an issue that involves criminal records.)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: *sigh* Perhaps, you have a point. Look, we'll deal with that at a later time, for now though, let's get back to the story.)

(Shadowlight2784: Alright, alright. But to make sure that there are absolutely no loose ends, one of us will have to keep watch of Gavin to make sure he doesn't escape again.)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: Oh, don't worry, my friend, he'll soon be handled by top men.)

(Shadowlight2784: Uh...okay if you say so, Jordan. Who are they, exactly?)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: *leans over to him with a serious look* Top... men.)

(Shadowlight2784: Are you trying to convey to me that you hired the Toppat Clan to keep watch of him? How did you get them to agree to that?)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: *visible confusion* What? No it's a... *sigh* nevermind. Let's get back to it. We've kept our audience waiting long enough.)

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About an hour had passed as the student bodies of both schools had gathered at the front courtyard of CHS in order to start the final event.

Dean Cadance: Since the score is tied, this last event will determine the winner of the Friendship Games.

Vice Principal Luna: Somewhere on campus, two pennants from each school have been hidden. The first team to find their school's flags and bring them back wins.

Dean Cadance: And as soon as our teams are ready, we'll begin.

Fluttershy: I don't feel like playing these games anymore.

Rainbow Dash: But we have to play. This is the last event!

Rarity: *scoffs* It's a little hard to focus with all the magic stealing and portal opening.

Sunset Shimmer: And I feel awful about what I said to Twilight.

Fluttershy: Especially since she obviously didn't mean to do all the stuff she did. She's actually really nice.

Sunset facepalmed from that which made everyone else glare at her for pointing that out which led her to back up a little and placed her hand over her mouth in guilt.

Applejack: Let's just get through this last event and prove we're not a bunch of cheaters. Then you can go over and apologize.

Sunset then looked over at you as you held a glare while staring at a certain other student you were competing against who was too busy conversing with his fellow Shadowbolts to notice you. She let out a sigh as she made her way towards you and placed a hand on your shoulder which made you turn to her as she shook her head.

Sunset Shimmer: Don't become like him, Y/N.

(Y/N): I can't help it, Sunset. I've tried to make things work with him, but he doesn't wanna hear it.

Sunset Shimmer: Then you've done all that you can do. At least you tried to fix it.

You then sighed sadly before looking down at the ground.

(Y/N): I just... I just wanna know why. Why can't he just let me explain myself? If he did, then he'd have a better understanding of why I left. But apparently, spending so much time at CPA has changed him and not for the better.

Sunset thought for a moment before something came to her head.

Sunset Shimmer: Maybe it's not an explanation that he's looking for, Y/N.

You then turn to her with a confused expression.

(Y/N): What are you implying?

Sunset Shimmer: I'll let you figure that out.

With that said, Sunset turns around and walks back to where the rest of your friends are while you take a moment to think about what she said.

(Y/N): *thinking* Not looking for an explanation? What does that even mean?

Meanwhile on the opposing side of the courtyard, the CPA representatives were gathered around by Principal Cinch who was trying to construct a plan to win.

Principal Cinch: I know I'm asking you to beat a team that isn't playing fair, but Canterlot High must be made to understand that even with magic at their disposal, beating Crystal Prep is simply not an option.

Shadow Moonlight: *sarcasm* Because we all know how desperate you are to win. You don't need to keep spitting it back at us.

Principal Cinch glares at his witty remark

Sugarcoat: What if they grow wings again?

Principal Cinch: A fair question. Though I believe we can now fight fire with fire.

Shadow Moonlight: And that usually results in the flame growing bigger.

Principal Cinch glared at him from the corner of her eye as she approached Sci-Twi.

Principal Cinch: I've seen what your device can do, Twilight. Containing magical energy is fine, but have you considered releasing it?

Sci-Twi: But I don't even understand how it works.

Principal Cinch: But you'd like to. And since our opponents have already used it to stay competitive, I see no reason why we shouldn't do the same.

Shadow Moonlight: Here's a good reason. Because it makes us just as dirty as they are! You think just because they cheat we have a right to cheat back? No, that just shows how low we would stoop to win and just how low you've become ever since he left the picture.

Principal Cinch was on the verge of popping a vessel as she gritted her teeth at him.

Principal Cinch: Don't you dare bring that memory back into my head!

Shadow Moonlight: And why shouldn't I? Because you can't handle the truth? The truth about the fact that he's gone?! *sigh* Look, I haven't exactly gotten over it either but it does not excuse what you've turned into. You were mine and Sunny's mom once, you know. Whatever happened to her?

Principal Cinch turned pale for a moment before she shook her head and adjusted her glasses.

Principal Cinch: That pitiful, naive woman I used to be is long gone, Mr Moonlight.

Shadow Moonlight: And the same could be said for me when I saw a woman that I used to believe had a heart of gold in that uniform, hurt the one of the people I cared most about.

Principal Cinch: Hmph.

She scoffed before turning her attention back to Sci-Twi.

Principal Cinch: Unless, of course, you have no interest in Everton. Though, honestly, I think there's more knowledge packed in that little device than any independent study program could offer.

Shadow Moonlight: *sigh* You're not gonna start singing, are you?

(Play Song: Unleash The Magic)

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Principal Cinch (Singing):

I realize that you've always been an outcast

Shadow Moonlight: Oh God.

It's not everyone at school who likes to think

Shadow Moonlight: What's that supposed to mean?

To find a student that's like you

I've had one or maybe two

But the good ones disappear before I blink

Shadow Moonlight: So my athletic ability is worthless apparently?

Shadowbolts (Singing):

(Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh

Oh, wuh-oh-wuh)

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* Wait, why are they her backup chorus?

Principal Cinch (Singing):

Now, I understand you have your reservations (oh-wuh)

It's hard to have a brain as large as yours (oh-oh-oh-oh)

Shadow Moonlight: Twilight's not egotistical unlike some woman I know.

But if we don't win these games

Well, I think I've made it plain

What will happen if we have the losing scores!

Shadow Moonlight: *cough* Two-faced wench. *cough*

Shadowbolts (Singing):

(Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh

Oh, wuh-oh-wuh)

Unleash the magic, unleash the magic

If we lose, then you're to blame (ah, ah-ah-ah)

Shadow Moonlight: What?!

They all have used it, maybe abused it (ah-ah-ah)

So then why can't we do the same?

Shadow Moonlight: Haven't any of you been listening to a word I said?!

(Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh

Oh, wuh-oh-wuh)

Principal Cinch (Singing):

Call it power, call it magic

If we lose, it will be tragic

Shadow Moonlight: For you maybe.

More important is the knowledge we'll have lost (oh-oh-oh-oh)

A chance like this won't come again

You'll regret not giving in

Shadow Moonlight: No she won't!

Isn't understanding magic worth the cost?

Shadow Moonlight: It definitely isn't worth risking your life over.

Shadowbolts (Singing):

(Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh

Oh, wuh-oh-wuh)

Unleash the magic, unleash the magic

We're not friends here after all

Shadow Moonlight: That's cold.

Our only interest in this business (ah-ah-ah)

Is seeing Canterlot High School fall

Shadow Moonlight: Now that's a bit overkill.

(Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh

Oh, wuh-oh-wuh, oh)

Principal Cinch (Singing):

What I'm suggesting's very simple

Shadow Moonlight: *sarcasm* Uh-huh. Sure.

And since it's win-win on all scores

Shadow Moonlight: *sarcasm* Clearly.

You only want to learn about the

Magic that you have stored

And as for me and all the others

Shadow Moonlight: Not me!

We only want what we deserve

Shadow Moonlight: Which is basically nothing!

That our school will clinch the win

And my...

Principal Cinch and Shadowbolts (Singing):

...legacy will endure

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, keep dreaming, Cinch.

Unleash the magic, unleash the magic

If we lose, then it's a crime

Shadow Moonlight: Welp, time to call in the feds.

But we can win it if you begin it (ah-ah-ah)

It's up to you to not fail this time

Male Shadowbolts (Singing):

Unleash the magic, free the magic now

Female Shadowbolts (Singing):

Unleash the magic, free the magic now

Sci-Twi (Singing):

Imagine all I'll learn by setting it free

Vice Principal Luna: If both teams are ready...

Male Shadowbolts (Singing):

Unleash the magic, free the magic now

Female Shadowbolts (Singing):

Unleash the magic, free the magic now

Sci-Twi (Singing):

And now winning these games depends on me

Male Shadowbolts (Singing):

Unleash the magic, free the magic now

Female Shadowbolts (Singing):

Unleash the magic, free the magic now

And what doors might open if I try to use it

Dean Cadance: ...the last event of the Friendship Games begins...

Male Shadowbolts (Singing):

Unleash the magic, free the magic now

Female Shadowbolts (Singing):

Unleash the magic, free the magic now

Sci-Twi (Singing):

But the magic's what I really want to see

Puppy Spike: Twilight, no!

Shadow Moonlight: Don't do it!

Male Shadowbolts (Singing):

Unleash the magic, free the magic now

Shadowbolts (Singing):

Unleash the magic, free the magic...

Unleash the magic, free the magic...

All (Singing):

Now!

And with that, Sci-Twi opened the amulet all the way as the magic was finally released. However, a magic shockwave knocked her back and crashed into Shadow. Everyone watched in fear and awe as the orb slowly began to rise up into the air.

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The orb hovered and convulsed for a moment or two before giant cracks began forming like that of a chicken hatching from an egg. Finally, the orb exploded as smoke and dust covered the entire courtyard blocking all of your eyesights. The massive cloud began to disperse as you slowly regained your sight. You then noticed that something stood where the massive orb used to be. The cloud finally cleared up as you managed to get a good look at them. They appeared to be someone who was wearing a type of blackened armor that came with a hood. They also appeared to be wearing some kind of metal mask or helmet over their face.

The figure themself was hunched over on the ground in complete silence before they slowly stood back up. They then grabbed the helmet from their face and took it off and flung it to the side as it combusted and turned to mist.

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* You've got to be kidding me.

Their face was finally revealed as you had to take a moment to argue with yourself if what you were seeing was real or not. The person appeared to be... you. Only he carried a glare on his face as he opened his eyes to reveal themselves to be dark (F/C) and slitted. This was changed however as they morphed into a (E/C) color which very much reflected your own. He looked down at his hand before flexing his fingers before an evil grin spread across his face. He then began to chuckle softly before it soon turned into a maniacal laugh. The laughter was soon ended as he grew silent once more.

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???: Finally, it's about time I had a body of my own instead of being weighed down. After spending so long in isolation, I am now free.

Meanwhile, the rest of you stared in shock at the newly formed person as you were the first to speak up.

(Y/N): W-Who... who are you?

He turned his attention to you as his grin widened.

???: Oh, come now, Y/N. Surely, you must recognize yourself, don't you? Or does it have to do with my new look? It is a rather drastic change from my usual hooded look from the mind realm.

You had to think about what he meant by that before realization struck.

(Y/N): Y-You're... You're...

Shadow Moonlight: V/N!

(V/N): How correct you are, Shadow. I'm surprised you recognized me.

Shadow Moonlight: Of course. That armor is too unique not to remember. Especially after seeing it that day Flawless Comet perished.

Principal Cinch: Does that mean it wasn't an accident?

Shadow Moonlight: No, it wasn't. When they examined Dad's corpse after they took him out of the car, he was found with a large scar dripping blood across his neck and a stab through his heart.

(V/N): Hmm, clearly I needed to be more subtle that day. Though, it's not like they ever found who it was since they never suspected your former childhood friend.

Shadow Moonlight: Why would they? He was already gone beforehand.

(Y/N): Wait, Shadow, how do you even know him? He's been inside my mind ever since the Battle of the Bands.

Shadow Moonlight: How long ago was that?

(Y/N): I'd say about a month or two ago.

Shadow Moonlight: You're kidding right? You've been keeping yourself hidden from him for all this time? Your own vessel didn't even know who you were up until a month ago?

(V/N): Heh, you catch on quick. Yes, I decided to stay in hiding until the time came when I would either regain control of my body or find another means of escape. Until then, I threatened him by destroying his mind if he didn't stay quiet.

Shadow Moonlight: Man, you are terrible at making a first impression.

V/N then turned back to you.

(V/N): Did you never stop to think about it, Y/N? All those times you got angry and your magical aura became darker. Well, that was all coming from me. You were possessing my power.

You stared at him as your mental stability began to deteriorate. This... thing... was inside you for years on end and you never knew. You weren't sure who you even were anymore as you dropped to your knees.

(Y/N): I-I... I...

You were at a complete loss for words before this dark imitation of you spoke again.

(V/N): It's sad, really. You so badly wanted to tell your pathetic excuse of a harem about me, but you never could.

Shadow Moonlight: It wouldn't have mattered if he told them. You still would've done something about it.

(V/N): Just goes to show how pathetic he and the whole situation is. And he calls himself the Savior of CHS? But, enough about that. Time to offer my gratitude to a certain someone.

He then turned to Sci-Twi who only stared at him with frightened eyes.

(V/N): So, Twilight Sparkle, You said you wanted to better understand magic, correct? Well...why don't I offer a demonstration?

He held his hand up and a dark (F/C) orb manifested before he flung it at her and it stuck to her chest as it began to grow in size. She then began to hover into the air as the orb grew larger and larger.

Sci-Twi: Heeeeeeeeeelllllllp... meeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

Shadow Moonlight: Twilight!

He yelled as he jumped up and grabbed onto her and tried to pull her down.

Shadow Moonlight: I've got you, don't worry!

He attempts to remove her hand from the orb but as he did V/N appeared right next to him and punched him straight into one of the walls of CHS.

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* Okay...I deserved that.

Sci-Twi: SHADOW!

She screamed one last time before the orb consumed her completely as her appearance began to change. After several moments, her appearance had been completely altered. She was no longer Twilight Sparkle... she was now... Midnight Sparkle!

V/N smiled at his new creation as Midnight Sparkle laughed evilly.

Midnight Sparkle: You were right, V/N! I didn't understand magic before, but I do now!

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* And now she's gone completely insane. Brilliant.

The glowing teal horn atop her head began to glow as she fired a magic blast at the Wondercolt Statue, shattering it into millions of pieces.

Indigo Zap: Oh come on! We were going to vandalize that later!

Sugarcoat: We have bigger problems than that, Indigo.

(V/N): Heh, I'm glad that you adore your new form. Now, I shall leave you to understand magic to your leisure. I've got a world to explore.

Midnight Sparkle: Sounds good to me!

V/N then began to walk away but as he did, a sudden black and white magic ball of energy appeared before him as he turned around and batted it away with ease.

???: Sorry but I'm afraid your flight has been delayed.

The blast was revealed to not have come from you, but from... Shadow?! Except what he saw wasn't Shadow but another knight.

V/N smiled sadistically at this.

(V/N): So, you've come across some magic of your own, hmm?

Shadow?: It was a gift from a few friends of mine as a way to repay me for my hospitality towards them.

V/N laughed at that before glancing back at him.

(V/N): Do you think your little power boost is enough to stop me?

Shadow?: Of course not. I'm not that cocky. I just need to be entertained.

V/N then cracked his knuckles.

(V/N): Well, I guess I have enough time to put this puppy in his dog house where he belongs.

Shadow?: Whatever floats your boat, dude. But first...

He stomped his foot on the ground creating a shockwave that surrounded the entire courtyard as dark black circles began to appear in front of all the students and staff before some black knights emerged from the black circles startling everyone.

Shadow?: Keep Sci-Twi busy and make sure no one suffers any casualties and yes, that includes Y/N.

He orders them to which they respond by hitting their chest.

Shadow Knights: Sir!

While they charged off towards Midnight Sparkle, Shadow? turned back to V/N.

(V/N): So, what edgy name did you come up with for this other form of yours? I'm intrigued to know.

Shadow?: Eh. Nothing special. I just call it Shadowlight.

(V/N): Heh, *sarcasm* that's not edgy at all.

Shadowlight: What can I say? I was born edgy. My author counterpart endures that type of thing.

(Shadowlight2784: Uhhhh...Jordan? I'm starting to question if this is Gavin's doing or if he's gaining sentience.)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: Oh boy. Do we need to do a hard reset or something?)

(Shadowlight2784: Hmm. I'm not sure. I might have to call Team Salvato about this.)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: Do you think they'd be able to help us?)

(Shadowlight2784: I have a feeling they will. After all, they did make a game that sort of resembles our situation right now.)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: *sigh* Why do these sorts of things happen to us?)

(Shadowlight2784: It's just one of the curses of being content creators.)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: Heh, yeah, clearly.)

Shadowlight then hovered a few inches in the air before he took off like a bullet towards V/N. With a raised fist, he threw a right hook towards his foe who smiled and easily caught his fist. He then gave a swift and hard kick to his stomach which sent him back several feet.

(V/N): Hmph. Predictable.

Shadowlight: Hey, cut me some slack, alright? It's my first time doing this.

(V/N): I guess that explains the inexperience. Do you really think you're able to wield the darkness?

V/N then raised his arms as several shadow creatures arose from the ground.

(V/N): I AM the darkness!

Shadowlight: Man, you just love throwing that in my face.

He raised his arms as more shadow knights aroused from the ground.

Shadowlight: Too bad I have to burst your bubble.

Both armies charged at each other as they started slashing and killing one another at an equal pace as Shadowlight and V/N clashed against each other. Meanwhile, back with Midnight Sparkle and the others, the knights tried their best to subdue her, but their efforts were in vain as she easily took care of them by either destroying them or by sending them through one of the wormholes she conjured. Sunset and the Rainbooms looked on as you were still on your knees with a mortified look on your face while you were having a personal identity crisis with yourself. Sunset looked down at you before walking over and trying to get your attention.

Sunset Shimmer: Y/N? Y/N, snap out of it!

You, however, didn't respond as you kept staring into space.

(Y/N): *thinking* I... I'm not even sure who I am anymore. Am I a user? Am I a puppet? Am I a savior? Am I a villain? Am I someone's friend or enemy? What... what am I?

Sunset Shimmer: Y/N, please! We need you right now! I need you right now! PLEASE!!!

Her words fell on deaf ears as you didn't head her words in the slightest.

(Y/N): *thinking* How can I call myself a savior after abandoning my friend and having that... thing inside me all this time? I... I'm a fake. I'm nothing... but a fake. I guess Shadow was right. Maybe I was a fake friend after all.

Speaking of Shadow, he was still locked in his fight with your evil look alike as V/N's minions began to overpower him and his army.

Shadowlight: Why is your army suddenly starting to put in some effort?

(V/N): I only wanted to mess with you by making you believe you had some glimmer of hope of stopping me... but you didn't all along.

Shadowlight: Didn't you listen to a word I said? I'm not that cocky. I just wanted a good excuse to play around with this form.

(V/N): Heh, that form's wasted on pathetic filth like you. However...

With a swipe of his arm, Shadowlight's army was instantly wiped out as V/N used levitation magic to hold Shadowlight in place as he struggled in his opponent's grasp. V/N chuckled again before walking up to him and putting a hand on his forehead.

(V/N): ...in the hands of someone like me... it can actually be useful.

V/N attempted to absorb Shadowlight's power as he continued to struggle. However, it did not seem to work.

(V/N): Hmm, strange. I can't seem to absorb it.

Shadowlight: Geez, you don't listen do you? I told you it was a gift from some friends. I don't possess any real power.

(V/N): Hmph. Then I'll settle for killing you instead. If I can't use it then no one else can.

Shadowlight: Geez, I know you're supposed to be evil but would it kill you to act mature while doing it?

A dark (F/C) light began to shine from V/N's hand ready to obliterate Shadowlight. Shadowlight began to shudder a bit at realizing that he'll potentially die right here right now...but at the same time, he smiled.

Shadowlight: *thinking* I guess in hindsight, I never really had anything to live for. No family, no friends. I couldn't even find a girl to whom I thought I'd spend my life with. *sarcasm* What a life I lived.

V/N smiled as the light in his palm grew brighter and brighter as his foe was surely going to be destroyed. Suddenly, a (F/C) beam of magic severed his arm as he backed away in shock.

(V/N): Now what?

He looked and saw that it was you. You stood with your arm outstretched as you held a determined look.

(Y/N): I don't care if I can't figure out who exactly I am. I don't know if I'm a savior, a villain, a fake, or even a real person. I won't let you kill him!

Shadowlight: Then what are you doing standing there talking about it? End this idiot's life already.

You sighed at him still not thanking you for the save before turning back to V/N whose arm began to reappear as if it was never severed.

(V/N): Why? Why do you even bother with him? You argued like immature children and decided to cut off all ties with each other completely. So why do you still defend him from his own death?

Shadowlight: Yeah, I'm with him. He was doing both of us a favor by cutting my life short.

(Y/N): Because... regardless of how he feels about me... he's still my friend!

Shadowlight: Dude, enough with the dramatic pauses. This isn't a movie.

(Shadowlight2784: Well, actually-)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: Don't say it, man. Don't you even say it.)

(V/N): Oh, shut up, you insufferable, depressed emo!

He hit Shadowlight hard on the head which slammed him into the ground as his form diminished.

Shadow Moonlight: Now that's...how you throw a punch. You're a god, man.

He gave V/N a thumbs up before collapsing to the floor unconscious. V/N turned his attention back to you and shook his head.

(V/N): I swear, you really should just stick with Flash. He's a lost cause.

(Y/N): I don't care. He can despise me all he wants, but I'll still fight for him. Besides, even though he hates me, he still put up that army of knights to defend everyone including me.

V/N laughed at that.

(V/N): I think you should check your facts on that one.

He pointed behind you as you looked and saw that Midnight Sparkle had managed to defeat the knights as she began opening up dimensional rifts everywhere.

(V/N): I suggest that you tend to that instead of little old me.

He then turned around and whipped out his hand as long dark (F/C) ethereal claws came out of his fingers as he slashed at the space in front of him and created a rift of his own.

He turned back to you with a sadistic grin.

(V/N): So long for now, Savior.

He backed away into his rift. You tried running over to stop him but the rift closed and disappeared before you could reach it.

(Y/N): *thinking* Darn, he's gone. But at least he's finally out of my head.

You thought before turning back and running off towards where Midnight Sparkle was.

(Y/N): Twilight! You can't do this!

She looked down at you and laughed.

Midnight Sparkle: And why not, Y/N? Thanks to V/N, I will be able to finally understand all the magic in the world!

Sunset Shimmer: You'll never be able to understand magic if this is how you'd go about it!

An injured Shadow limped over to you two and looked up at his magic-turned friend.

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, come on. What are you even going to do once you finally understand it all, huh? Are you just going to sit around and do nothing with it or just cause some destruction like you're doing now out of boredom?

Midnight Sparkle: Once I understand how the magic works, I'll be able to get anything I want!

Shadow Moonlight: That's a bit of a stretch. I'd rather rely on a genie.

Midnight Sparkle: Like you would ever understand what I want! You never once called me your friend! You only stood by me out of pity!

Shadow Moonlight: Hmm, sounds a lot like somebody I know.

He glared slightly at you before turning back to her.

Shadow Moonlight: I guess that proves I'm not any better. To think, I've become what I've loathed the most. How ironic.

(Y/N): *thinking* About time he acknowledged his fallacies.

Shadow Moonlight: Even still, it doesn't change things between us.

You looked over at him before walking over to him.

(Y/N): Shadow, listen. I honestly don't care what you say at this point. Midnight Sparkle needs to be defeated. You've clearly got some magic under your belt. So, what I'm asking is not so much of forgiveness... but a truce.

You held your hand out to him.

(Y/N): What we think about each other doesn't matter right now. What matters is defeating this dark angel that used to be Twilight Sparkle. So, what do you say? Are you willing to fight together one last time?

Shadow Moonlight: ...*sigh* If I do, can you grant me one request?

(Y/N): Depends on what it is, but what?

Shadow Moonlight: When we bring her back I want you to kill me.

(Y/N): *sigh* Is that really all you're willing to offer? Legitimately?

Shadow Moonlight: I told them that I would give my life for their sake. I also remember saying that to you once, remember?

(Y/N): Yeah... I do. But, I honestly never thought you meant that, literally.

Shadow Moonlight: I really didn't even know what I meant by it. I guess it goes both ways. Regardless, I want this whole thing to be done with and then I can finally put it behind me.

(Y/N): Is it truly what you want? Look in your heart, Shadow. Like, deep in there. Think about it. How do you think Sunny Flare and the others will feel knowing that you died?

Shadow took a moment to think about it. He honestly wasn't sure how they'd feel about it.

(Y/N): Look, I'm sorry for what I said to you earlier about how they don't care about you. But really think about it, how would they react?

Shadow Moonlight: ...it'd be just like you said. They'd ditch me without a second thought.

(Y/N): No, they wouldn't. I see that now. They clearly go out of their way to be with you any chance they get. Do you really think people who didn't care about you would do that?

Shadow Moonlight: Beats me but you don't know about this yet. They conspired with Cinch to force Twilight to release all the stolen magic even though all of us knew just how dangerous it was after seeing all those Venus flytraps. It was them that led to her becoming Midnight Sparkle, to releasing V/N, to potentially bring us to our end. Do you think anyone who really cared about you would do that?

(Y/N): *sigh* I wouldn't know. But listen, that's not our main concern. Now, onto my earlier offer, will you fight with me or not?

Shadow Moonlight: Well...if you're willing to grant me that request, it'd be nice to live my last moments fighting with my best friend.

Your eyes widened at hearing that.

(Y/N): So... does that mean you've forgiven me?

Shadow Moonlight: I can't really forgive someone without an apology.

(Y/N): Fine. I'm sorry, alright? I'm sorry for being an awful friend and never telling you that I was leaving. I'm nothing more than a spineless coward who didn't have the gall to tell his friend of his parting. I truly do feel regret for never telling you, Shadow. I've had plenty of nightmares over the years about it, believe me.

Shadow's eyes began to water as he instantly grew a smile.

Shadow Moonlight: Do you really mean that? I swear if you're toying with me—

(Y/N): I'm not. I mean all of that. I hate myself for leaving you back there without even telling you why I was going. I guess I understand why you didn't have anyone at CPA trust me. But I do mean what I said.

Shadow then gave you a hug.

Shadow Moonlight: Thank you, Y/N. That's all I've been waiting to hear from you.

(Y/N): Do you believe me now when I say that you're still my friend?

Shadow Moonlight: No...but I would believe you if you said I was your brother in arms.

Your own eyes began to water as you smiled and returned the hug.

(Y/N): That's good enough for me, I suppose.

Shadow Moonlight: I'm pretty sure that brother in arms ranks higher than friend.

(Y/N): Well, that's even better then.

Shadow Moonlight: And, I'm sorry too. For you know, being a stubborn ass towards you and not appreciating the fact that you risked your life for me even though I didn't deserve it. Thanks for that.

(Y/N): Of course. You said it yourself, friends go out of their way to help each other no matter what.

Sunset Shimmer: As much as I like this wholesome make up you guys are having, can we get back to the situation at hand?

Shadow Moonlight: You're still here?

(Y/N): Shadow...

You narrow your eyes as he broke the hug and raised his arms in confusion.

Shadow Moonlight: What? We were having a moment and she swooped in and killed the mood.

(Y/N): *sigh* You haven't changed a bit.

Shadow Moonlight: Hey, be glad we're back on good terms. It was honestly a pain to keep you apart.

You roll your eyes before smirking at him.

(Y/N): So, let's take her down. Shall we?

Shadow Moonlight: I think what you mean is, knock some sense into her. But yeah, let's do it.

He said with a determined look. You then got an idea as you looked back at him.

(Y/N): Hey, do you know of Robin's final smash from Smash Bros. Ultimate?

Shadow Moonlight: I mean, I have seen it before but I don't remember much because he's not one of my mains.

(Y/N): Well, I say we replicate that. What do you say?

Shadow Moonlight: I say we break that smash ball and light her up!

You nodded at one another in unison as Shadow transformed into his magical, edgy, form from earlier before turning back to Midnight Sparkle.

(Y/N): Hey, hornhead!

Midnight Sparkle turned to you with an angry glare.

Midnight Sparkle: What did you just say?!

Shadowlight: Did that magic make you lose your hearing or something? He asked if that horn of yours would work well as a weapon.

Midnight Sparkle: Huh?

Before she could react, Shadowlight grabbed on her horn and yanked it right off of her head causing Midnight to scream in agony and was stunned by the amount of pain she just felt. While that happened, Shadowlight turned to you and tossed you the horn.

Shadowlight: Here, you're gonna need a sword if you want to recreate the final smash.

(Y/N): Uhh, that was a bit violent, but I'll work with what I got.

Shadowlight: There wasn't any blood, that thing's not even part of her real body. Oh look, she's growing it back right now.

He pointed to her as the horn started to regenerate onto her forehead and once it was fully restored, she glared at Shadowlight with her face steaming angry.

Midnight Sparkle: YOU'LL PAY FOR THAT, SHADOW!!

Shadowlight: That's Shadowlight to you. Now, let's put this to rest.

(Y/N): Shadow, on my mark!

Shadow nods. You charged behind Midnight Sparkle and launched her into the air as you and Shadowlight followed that up with multiple and fast slashes at her from all sides. You then went right above her.

Shadowlight: You're through!

(Y/N): We're not done yet!

You both then slammed Midnight Sparkle which sent her spiraling down to the ground as she created a crater. Midnight slowly made her way back up as she saw both you and Shadowlight slowly hover onto the edge of the crater.

(Y/N): Had enough?

Midnight Sparkle: Not by a long shot!

She flew back up and fired two energy beams at the both of you as you managed to jump out of the way as the two beams formed a large rift on the ground as some of the Wondercolts and Shadowbolts almost fell in before they grabbed the edges. Meanwhile, Principal Cinch tried sneaking away before Sunny Flare caught her in the act.

Sunny Flare: Hey! Where are you going?!

Principal Cinch: Anywhere to avoid those...monsters! And I suggest you do the same.

She said as she continued off to hide somewhere safe while Sunny looked back at her friends who were simply shocked and unsure what to do after being backstabbed by their own principal. Shadowlight saw this and shook his head in disappointment.

Shadowlight: *thinking* They can't be shocked by this. They should've known what they were doing when they aided Cinch in that musical number.

(Y/N): *thinking* You and me both, pal. Wait, how did I hear his thoughts?

(Jordanwolfboy9743: *fourth wall shatters* *groan* That's like the fifteenth fourth wall!)

(Shadowlight2784: We should've gotten the five year warranty for that.)

(Jordanwolfboy9743: At this rate, we'll run out of the ones that have cup holders.)

(Shadowlight2784: Man, now we don't have enough to get that one with a one-sided mirror. We wouldn't be going through so many 4th walls if we had that upgrade.)

While you and Shadowlight focused your efforts on Midnight Sparkle, the other CHS students tried their best to save their fellow classmates from falling into the rift on the ground.

Applejack: *grunts* Don't let go!

The Shadow Five continued to stand by as they watched the other students struggle to break free of the rift until the all looked at Sour Sweet who put on a determined look and nodded to the rest of her friends who nodded back as they made their way towards the rift to help everyone else. Rarity, who was trying to help Fleur De Lis from falling in, was in trouble of slipping off herself as her grip on the edge began to falter more and more. She then lost her grip before a pair of hands managed to catch her in time which was revealed to belong to both Indigo Zap and Lemon Zest.

Indigo Zap: We got you!

They managed to pull everyone up as you and Shadowlight continued to fend off Midnight Sparkle as she grew more irritated as time went on.

Midnight Sparkle: Grrrr! What is it gonna take to destroy you both?!

(Y/N): Absolutely zippo!

Shadowlight: Uhhhh, what?

(Y/N): *sigh* It means nothing or zero.

Shadowlight: Oh, because it sounded like the name of a cross breed between a zebra and a hippo.

(Y/N): Okay, after we're done here, I've gotta teach you slang words.

Shadowlight: Sure and in return, I'll teach you how to make sarcastic comebacks on the fly.

(Y/N): Deal.

Midnight Sparkle: Enough of this! DIE!

She yelled as she fired an energy blast at Shadowlight knocking him backwards as his form diminished once more as he fell straight through the giant rift in the ground.

(Y/N): SHADOW!!

You screamed out in horror at seeing your childhood friend that you've finally come back to good speaking terms with, fall into the rift. Also, you needed to know how to make sarcastic comebacks on the spot. You then looked back and forth between Midnight Sparkle and where Shadow went as you threw on a determined look at making your decision. You flew down through the rift to try and save your friend. Meanwhile, Sunset tried to avoid the rifts as much as possible before she landed next to Sci-Twi's amulet device as she noticed it and picked it up. She then looked around at the carnage all around before the rest of the Rainbooms began to glow similarly to their Pony-Up forms. Suddenly, Sunset got an idea before turning to look at Midnight Sparkle.

Sunset Shimmer: This isn't the way! I know you feel powerful right now, like you can have everything you want! I've been where you are, I've made the same mistake you're making! I put on a crown and, just like you, I was overwhelmed by the magic it contained! I thought it could get me everything I wanted!

Midnight Sparkle: Oh, you're wrong. Unlike you, I can have everything I want!

Sunset Shimmer: No, you can't. Even with all that magic and power, you'll still be alone! True magic comes from honesty! Loyalty! Laughter! Generosity! Kindness!

As she listed off those virtues, the Rainbooms' hair began to float up as their magic was being absorbed into the amulet as Sunset herself began to float in the air.

Sunset Shimmer: I understand you, Twilight, and I want to show you the most important magic of all...

She then threw the amulet on the ground as it exploded and unleashed the magic from within as a ball of energy appeared and engulfed Sunset into it as it began to change her as well, this time, for the better. Once her transformation was complete, she was no longer Sunset Shimmer... she was now... Daydream Shimmer!

Daydream Shimmer: The magic of Friendship!

Midnight Sparkle grew slightly fearful of her foe before Daydream Shimmer used her magic to seal up all of the rifts besides the one on the floor since she knew you were still in that one. This action made Midnight Sparkle frustrated as she charged at Daydream Shimmer who saw this and charged at her as well. They clashed with each other for a moment before backing away as Midnight Sparkle conjured some magic in her hands which prompted Daydream Shimmer to do the same. They then fired a blast of magic at each other which resulted in a power struggle between the two.

Daydream Shimmer got a brief lead before Midnight Sparkle poured more power into hers which began to overpower Daydream Shimmer. She had began to laugh maniacally out loud in cocky arrogance thinking that she would win as everyone watched and grew weary of what was about to happen when Spike called out to her.

Spike: Twilight!

She heard his voice and looked down at him to see that he had a sad look on his face. This, miraculously, managed to snap Sci-Twi out of it for a brief moment as her eyes turned to normal.

Sci-Twi: Spike?

This gave Daydream Shimmer the moment she needed and poured more power into her blast before Midnight Sparkle noticed this but didn't have time to react as she was consumed by the blast as everything went white.

Midnight Sparkle: Noooooooo!

When she reopened her eyes, she found herself in a strange purgatory-like plane of existence as Daydream Shimmer appeared before her.

Daydream Shimmer: Take my hand, Twilight. Let me show you there's another way. Just like someone once did for me.

Twilight, reluctant at first, doesn't want to but then her emotions get the better of her as her eyes start to water and reach out for Sunset's hand. When they touched, a small stream of magic that came from Daydream Shimmer traveled through Twilight's arm and eradicated her horn as the both of them reverted back to their regular forms while slowly hovering down the pillar of light before it dissipates the moment they reach the ground. Sci-Twi began to cry slightly.

Sci-Twi: I am so sorry... I didn't mean for any of this to happen...

Sunset Shimmer: I know. And going by my own experiences, they'll forgive you.

Sci-Twi smiled back at her as Spike tackled her and licked her face as she giggled. However, they noticed something out of place.

Sunset Shimmer: Hey, has anyone seen Y/N or Shadow?

A gasp could be heard as she looked and saw Sci-Twi as she seemed to be looking somewhere else. She followed her gaze and saw you...but Shadow wasn't there. You walked over to them with a saddened look.

Sci-Twi: Y/N? But... but where's Shadow?

You looked down before closing your eyes and shaking your head.

(Y/N): He... He fell through one of the rifts to Equestria... but I couldn't find him anywhere.

Sunny Flare: D-Does that mean that he's...?

(Y/N): I'm... I'm not sure. I wish I had greater news. I'm sorry, Sunny Flare.

Just then, out of the corner of your eye, you saw the statue glowing which got Sunset excited.

Sunset Shimmer: The portal is back!

Rainbow Dash: Yeah... but at what cost though?

Sunset Shimmer: What do you mean?

Rainbow Dash: Well, the portal might have gotten its power back... but we lost someone to get it.

Sugarcoat: And that someone was an emo who always put us before him and would take the hit for it even if it killed him. He wasn't afraid of Cinch who had the authority to expel him and he went out of his way to make sure the five of us were happy.

Sour Sweet: Yeah and now he's gone. Are you sure that he didn't survive the fall, Y/N?

(Y/N): Your guess is as good as mine, Sour. I looked for him but I couldn't find his body anywhere. I wish I was able to spend more time with him before this happened.

Your eyes began to water before you started crying slightly. Sunset immediately gave you a supportive hug as the rest of the Rainbooms along with the Shadow Five joined as well. As if intentionally trying to ruin the moment, a certain egotistical principal came back with a scornful look.

Principal Cinch: Principal Celestia! On behalf of Crystal Prep I demand that you forfeit the Friendship Games! Clearly CHS has had an unfair advantage for quite some time. And it's certainly obvious that your students had been using magic for their own benefit.

Indigo Zap: Seriously?! That's all you care about?! Shadow might be dead!

Principal Cinch: Well good riddance! He was a nuisance from the very beginning anyway.

Sour Sweet: The heck did you just say?!

She gave Cinch a mean glare as she broke the hug and was about to stomp over when Sunny Flare stopped her.

Sunny Flare: Don't Sour. It's not worth it.

Principal Celestia: I'd like to think that saving the world benefits us all.

Sugarcoat: At least they didn't manipulate Twilight into releasing all the stolen magic and turning into a power-crazed magical creature that tried to rip the world apart which resulted in our friend possibly dying just to win a game.

Pinkie Pie: Wow! That's a lot to take in when you say it all at once.

(Y/N): *thinking* Like you haven't done that before, Pinkie.

Principal Cinch: That's ridiculous!

Puppy Spike: Nope, that's pretty much what happened.

Sour Sweet: *sweetly* Actually, we're all to blame. *sourly* Mostly it was her.

Principal Cinch: Obviously my students have been infected with your magic, but I plan on taking all of this up with the-ugh!

She was immediately interrupted as someone grabbed her by her collar and pinned her against one of the walls of CHS. Everyone including you was shocked to see who it was that pinned her to the wall.

Shadow Moonlight: That's enough out of you!

Principal Cinch: You dare assault your superior, Mr. Moonlight?!

Shadow Moonlight: After what you've done?! Definitely! Everything that went wrong today is all because of you! You blackmailed Twilight into participating in this whole thing, you turned both student bodies against each other when they were just getting along during the welcoming party, you were so reluctant to just allow me, the best athletic student at CPA in the Tricross Relay which led us to lose, you then tried to use Twilight again to get some information out of the Rainbooms, then blackmailed her once more to release the magic that turned her into that demented angel! We would have been just fine if you didn't decide to mess everything up! I don't give a flying french fry if you expel me from this, you had it coming one way or another! I'll be honest, I always hated you from the day you were brought into our lives but now that would be an understatement.

Principal Cinch: Just remember that I brought you into my home and got you enrolled in I Prep. If it weren't for me, you'd—

Shadow Moonlight: Shut up! Don't even think about claiming credit for that! That was the Abacus Cinch who I used to refer to as my mom! You wanted me out of the house the very day I started taking a stand. You put full responsibility on Sunny for taking care of me! She also was the one who got me enrolled in CPA, not you. You didn't do anything! I worked hard to train our competitors for the games while keeping them motivated to win. I helped people with their struggles while you sat on your throne admiring all of the awards that the Shadowbolts have won over the years for your stupid, precious reputation! And another thing, Sunny Flare is an extraordinary girl who works hard for your approval and yet you treat her like she was a worthless mistake but I'll tell you this, you will never compare to her, her friends, the rest of CPA, and even CHS! But most importantly, you will never compare to the Abacus Cinch that both me and Sunny once knew and loved!

Principal Cinch: You insignificant little mongrel! I should have kicked you out of my home the moment you were brought in! Well, you won't be so smug for very long because I plan to take your attitude and everything else that happened here up with the school board!

Shadow narrowed her eyes at her and she did the same before he bursted out laughing.

Principal Cinch: What's so funny?! I wouldn't be amused if my life was about to be in serious jeopardy.

Shadow Moonlight: Then I guess that's why you're not the one laughing.

He smirked as he pulled out the device he's been showing off everytime Cinch had her back turned.

Shadow Moonlight: You see this, Cinch? Why don't you tell me what this thing is?

Principal Cinch: A voice recorder?

Shadow Moonlight: Correct and tell me, what do you think is on here?

Principal Cinch: The disturbing sounds of intercourse?

Shadow Moonlight: You wish. But no, it's not that. Why don't I go ahead and play it for you?

He smirked as he pressed play on the voice recorder as it began to playback the audio it picked up.

Principal Cinch: So, let me offer you a deal. In return for contributing your agile mind to these games, I will use my influence to guarantee your application is approved. Though, I suppose I could also have it... denied. What do you think I should do?

He stopped the recording as Principal Cinch's smirk soon was replaced with a pale look.

Shadow Moonlight: Tell me, does that conversation ring a bell to you by any chance?

Principal Cinch: I-I... I...

For once in her life, Principal Abacus Cinch was at a loss for words.

Shadow Moonlight: Hmm, perhaps that wasn't enough? How about another?

He said as he played another recorded audio clip.

Shadow Moonlight: Come on, that was clearly a hit or miss you pulled there. You didn't even check your facts.

Principal Cinch: I don't need to. Twilight's IQ is far superior to anyone who attends this run-down excuse of a school. I know for a fact that she was the most correct of the two.

Shadow Moonlight: Most correct? Do you hear yourself? You don't even know if she was actually right! Honestly, why did they have you make the judgement call?! You are the last person to be trusted with that position! Dean Cadance would've actually been fair! Heck, even Principal Celestia or Vice Principal Luna! Anyone would've been better than you!

Principal Cinch: That's enough, Mr. Moonlight.

Shadow Moonlight: No, it's not. You basically lied to both us and the opposing school. Yet another mistake that will destroy your reputation. If you were truly so confident to win at these games then you wouldn't need to go as far out to not check your facts.

Principal Cinch: I would suggest holding that tongue of yours, Mr. Moonlight.

Shadow Moonlight: And I would suggest that you keep your hands clean while making the judgement calls around here.

Principal Cinch: Hmph. Well, it's not like you can do anything about it now. The decision has been made and it's time to move onto the next event.

Shadow Moonlight: Hmm. What about this one?

Principal Cinch: Indeed I was. I've been thinking a lot about the theories you've developed earlier, Mr. Moonlight. Quite a coincidence that the CHS students moving on to the next event are the same nice girls who were so interested in you, don't you think Twilight?

Sci-Twi: I'm not sure.

Principal Cinch: Perhaps you should get to know them after all.

Sci-Twi: But I thought you didn't want me to.

Principal Cinch: Let's just say I'm covering my bases. Who knows? Perhaps they will reveal to you the secret to Canterlot High's newfound success.

Shadow Moonlight: Oh, and of course I could NEVER forget this one!

Principal Cinch: Such a pessimistic opinion. A true shame you don't believe in your peers.

Shadow Moonlight: I believe in my friends when I have confidence that they can succeed in something that they are strong at. This is not one of those cases. But, if you truly insist on her participating in the games, I suppose I can't stop you since my authority is far inferior to yours but, I will not just let this go down that quickly. I propose a wager.

Principal Cinch: And what would that be?

Shadow Moonlight: If Crystal Prep loses this event, not only will I tell the school that this is your fault for your stubbornness towards my offer, but you will also give the student body the respect and praise they deserve for all the times they helped keep your reputation alive. Especially to Sunny whom if I remember right is one of your own.

Principal Cinch: Very well, but if Crystal Prep wins, you will have detention for the rest of the school year and on top of that, you will not be allowed to tutor anymore students and you won't be allowed to talk to my daughter or any of these girls ever again and you will be evicted from our house.

Shadow Moonlight: It seems that you didn't hold up your end of the deal. Where was that respect and praise we were supposed to get? Oh yeah, you never gave it to us. Care to comment on that?

Principal Cinch didn't answer as she grew more and more pale.

Principal Cinch: Y-You were...recording everything this whole time?

Shadow Moonlight: Yes. I had no other option. I needed to make you resign.

Principal Cinch: Why? So you can boast about how you got me fired?

Shadow Moonlight: No, because I want my mom back.

Principal Cinch: If you wanted her back so much, why are you still here wasting your time with me? I am not your mother, Mr. Moonlight.

Shadow Moonlight: I want the mom that I grew up with back. You haven't been yourself ever since you heard the news regarding our father's death. I think the pressure of having to take care of us while also working as a principal started to change you. Then again, I'm probably just as guilty for just going against you rather than trying to talk it out. But that doesn't excuse what you've turned CPA into and how badly you began to treat Sunny and me. Though, I'm a compassionate guy which is why I'm willing to keep these from getting to the school board.

Rainbow Dash: Are you for real, dude?! After everything she put us through?!

Shadow Moonlight: Hold on, Rainbow. I wasn't done.

He then turned back to Cinch.

Shadow Moonlight: However, on a few conditions. You trade your position with Dean Cadance, you go back to being the caring and loving mother I once saw you as, and you go find yourself another man to be with because clearly you can't seem to grasp the role of being a single mother.

Principal Cinch: A tempting offer, Mr. Moonlight but as I've said before, that woman you once knew is gone.

Shadow Moonlight: Alright, I guess I'll just have the one right in front of me homeless.

Principal Cinch: You realize that by doing that, you and Sunny will also be homeless, right?

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, but I'm sure we can figure something out. She's still pretty young and attractive, too bad you aren't the same.

Cinch got an agitated look on her face before she took a deep breath and threw on a calm one.

Principal Cinch: Ngh. Fine. You win. I will step down from my position and be a better mother.

Shadow Moonlight: I'm not asking for a better mother. I'm asking for the one I used to have.

Principal Cinch sighs before she unties the bun in her hair and re-ties it to look more like Sci-Twi's and then removes her beaded earrings and shoves them into her pocket before looking back at Shadow with a heartwarming smile.

Principal Cinch: Is this better for you?

Shadow Moonlight: Much. Thank you, Mom. And before you say anything, I don't care if you say that you're not my biological mother, my real mom isn't half the mother you were.

Principal Cinch: How? How can you still say that about me? I'm an awful mother and a principal! I didn't give you both the love and compassion you needed because of your father's passing, I resorted to alcohol and used the reputation at Crystal Prep to make me forget about how awful my life has become! How can you still call me a good mother?!

Shadow Moonlight: Because even though we've been at each other's throats for so long, you never forced me out of the house nor expelled me from CPA. I may have hated you but deep down, I still knew that there was some part of you that I still cared for and you were clearly the same. My mother would've kicked me out and put a restraining order on me without even thinking twice about it. She would've told me that she could've had me aborted but instead decided to have me and that I should be "grateful" that she brought me into this world.

Principal Cinch: Do you even remember your own parents?

Shadow Moonlight: Barely but if abandoning me wasn't enough to show how awful they were, I don't know what is.

Principal Cinch: *sigh* I don't understand how you could still want me as a guardian after everything that happened but if it's really what you want, then I guess I don't have much of a choice.

She pulled him in for a somewhat awkward, but still sweet hug as he returned it. Shadow couldn't help but cry tears of joy from how happy he was to see the mother he lost but they soon turned to tears of guilt from how he treated her over the years.

Shadow Moonlight: Mom...I'm sorry for being a terrible son to you. I just wanted the old you back but I couldn't let you continue to torment Sunny. All I wanted was everything that V/N stole from me! My friend, my classmates when they were happier, and you!

Principal Cinch: And I am sorry as well...Shadow. I promise to be the woman I used to be again.

Then out of nowhere, Cinch kissed him on the forehead.

Principal Cinch: You used to tell me that you loved me, but I never said it back since the day your father died. So, I love you, Shadow.

Shadow Moonlight: I love you too, Mom!

He cried as he hugged her tighter. Meanwhile, the rest of you watched the sweet scene play out in front of you with smiles.

Sunny Flare: *thinking* He...brought Mother back. I can't believe it! After all these years, she's finally come back to her old self!

After what seemed like hours, their hug had ended as Principal Cinch walked over to Principal Celestia.

Principal Cinch: I must apologize on behalf of my behavior all these years, Celestia.

Principal Celestia: It's quite alright, Abbey. If your son is willing to be forgiving of you, then I am too.

Principal Celestia smiled before placing a hand on Cinch's shoulder.

Vice Principal Luna: I won't lie, I never thought I would hear an apology come from you, Abacus.

Principal Cinch: Well, I think after hearing from my son that I was a better mother than his biological one, I've never been more happier to hear that and so, I want to become a better person, a better mother that he and Sunny once saw me as.

Dean Cadance: Well I'll be, it seems you have really changed, Principal Cinch.

Principal Cinch: Yes, about that Dean Cadance. In case you haven't heard from the compromise I made with my son, I will be stepping down from my position and am having you take it in my place.

Dean Cadance: A-Are you serious?

Principal Cinch: Yes, I have been abusing my position of power for far too long. I'm putting my trust into someone who I know will use it for the greater good.

Dean Cadance: W-Well, I suppose I could take over, but what will you be doing?

Principal Cinch: I will become dean of Crystal Prep.

Cadance nodded to that.

Dean Cadance: Alright then, I guess we'll have to let the school board know of our job reversal.

Principal Cinch then turned back to Shadow.

Principal Cinch: I'm assuming you'll still hand in those recordings, aren't you?

Shadow Moonlight: Nah, I'll just keep this thing in my room in case you get out of line.

Principal Cinch: Very well.

Principal Celestia: Well I know these Friendship Games haven't been what any of us expected but given what we've all just been through, I think it's fair to declare us all winners!

Everyone began to cheer after her announcement but it didn't last long.

Shadow Moonlight: Not all of us, Principal Celestia. I think there's only one set of losers here.

Lemon Zest: Dude, what are you talking about? We won!

Shadow Moonlight: Not we, Lemon. They won, you along with the other representatives however, didn't.

Indigo Zap: Dude, what are you talking about? We didn't lose.

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, you did. You lost a friend.

Sunny Flare: Shadow, what are you talking about?  We're friends.

Shadow Moonlight: You were my friends at least before I found out that you were a part of Cinch's blackmailing! You knew just how awful she was and yet you still played a part in it! I was friends with you girls because I thought you'd never steer me wrong! Despite your harsh nature, I thought you would've been good friends to have! I could handle the being insulted by Sour or criticized by Sugarcoat but the fact that you five decided to take part in blackmailing not just anyone but Twilight Sparkle, the most fragile student at Crystal Prep, shows me exactly that I was completely wrong about you like how I was with Y/N but at least he had the decency to not go that far.

Sour Sweet: Shadow...

Shadow Moonlight: And to think for all that I've done for you guys. I stood up for Sunny when Cinch was out of line multiple times, I bought Lemon those headphones she's wearing right now, I took Indigo to a certain concert she's been dying to go to, I tutored Sugarcoat on Psychology, and Sour, I helped you gain some control over your Bipolar disorder! And to top it all off, I even helped the five of you train for the Friendship Games! You wanna know why I did all of those things?! It's simple, because we were friends! And then, right as we're about to start the final event, you along with the rest of student representatives just go with Cinch to guilt-trip Twilight with that stupid musical number!

Indigo Zap: What choice did we have, Shadow?! If we didn't do what she wanted, she would've done it to us too!

Shadow Moonlight: And that's exactly why I'm ending our friendship because you only look out for yourselves! Twilight was suffering the worst of Cinch's blackmail and instead of taking her side, you just go along with Cinch! If you guys would turn on Twilight just like that, how am I supposed to believe you wouldn't do the same to me?

Sour Sweet: Because you're our friend! Twilight's just an acquaintance!

Shadow Moonlight: That's where you're wrong. People don't have to be your friend for you to stand up for them. If someone's being harassed or intimidated, especially if it's by our own principal, you should do something about it! I bet that demon thing she turned into was all of the anger she had towards Cinch, you girls, and the rest of CPA and that includes me!

Sci-Twi: *thinking* Is that what that was?

Shadow Moonlight: And who could blame her? After all, everyone including you girls weren't that respectful towards her! I never even told her how much of a good friend she is. I could've spent my entire life plotting revenge against Y/N for abandoning me but I didn't! Instead, I chose to forget about him entirely and give friendship a second chance and right when I thought I was in the clear, it backstabs me in a situation much worse! This just goes to show that I'm unable to find a decent person to be friends with so I'm gonna do what I should've done a long time ago, leave!

Indigo Zap: Leave? Where are you even going?

Shadow Moonlight: I'll figure that out when I get to the other side.

Sunny Flare: N-Now dearie, let's not make any rash decisions.

Shadow Moonlight: Oh that's rich coming from someone who blackmailed a poor girl into using some dangerous energy that could've killed us all! You know I really did like you girls. I really thought we could be friends but I was stupid to think we could be that. After all, Y/N was right about how Shadowbolts only look out for themselves so I probably shouldn't be too shocked. I was wrong to ever put my trust, my life, and my loyalty in you girls along with the rest of the CPA representatives and that's a mistake that I'm going to fix right now! I'd say it was nice knowing you but after witnessing what I saw today, I can't even bring myself to say that.

He turns around and storms off leaving everyone with looks of confusion while a wave of guilt falls onto the Shadowbolts as Sunny drops to her knees and covers her face with her hands.

Sunny Flare: Shadow...*thinking* I just got my mother back and now I'm going to lose him? Why does fate have to play with me like this.

Rainbow Dash: Whoa, he's mad.

Sci-Twi: I never thought he considered me a friend. He was always friendly to me but I didn't think CPA students cared about having friends.

Sugarcoat: That's because Shadow isn't a noble. We had Cinch enroll him into Crystal Prep.

Sci-Twi: You...got him into CPA? But why?

Sugarcoat: Don't look at me. It was what Sunny Flare wanted.

(Y/N): *thinking* So, she's the one who had him enrolled?

Sunny Flare: YOU!

You hear her yell as she stomps over towards you and gets up in your face.

Sunny Flare: What did you do to Shadow?!

(Y/N): What are you talking about?

Sunny Flare: Don't pretend like you don't know! You obviously did something to hurt him.

(Y/N): I didn't do anything. You all chose to turn against Twilight which is what made Shadow despise all of you.

Sunny Flare: We were only doing what Cinch wanted. I'd never hurt Twilight or anyone out of my own free will but what about you? Shadow hasn't been himself since we got here and I can tell it's got something to do with you!

Sugarcoat: Agreed, it's not usually like him to be angsty. While I do believe some of it is because of Cinch's actions, I also agree you play a part in it.

Indigo Zap: Spill it, Y/N! What happened?!

Rainbow Dash: That's none of your business!

(Y/N): Rainbow, cool it. They're his friends or at least they were before he declared otherwise, they should know about it. So it all happened like this...

(One Explanation Later)

(Y/N): ...and that was the last time I saw him up until that day of the welcoming party.

Sour Sweet: You didn't even tell him that you were leaving?! No wonder he distrusts you!

Sci-Twi: *thinking* So that's why he warned me not to trust, Y/N.

(Y/N): It was hard for me to do it, alright?! I couldn't bring myself to tell him. The thought of him worrying about being alone again worried me. I didn't want him to be even more hurt than he already was.

Sugarcoat: Well, look at how well that turned out. It probably would've hurt him a lot less if you just told him you had to go.

Lemon Zest: Yeah, dude. Knowing him, he probably would've understood.

(Y/N): Well, how could I have been so sure of that?

Sunny Flare: By being an actual friend, you idiot!

(Y/N): And who are you five to tell me how to be an actual friend? You're all just a bunch of hypocrites. Here you are, lecturing me about being a better friend when you all should have been better friends yourselves.

That made them go silent for a moment or two.

(Y/N): Yeah, that's what I thought. I don't have time for this. I'm gonna go try and comfort my friend. Something that none of you even bothered to do.

You walked away to try and find Shadow wherever he stormed off to. You eventually found him on the apex of the roof of Crystal Prep with his back facing you as you quickly flew up towards him.

(Y/N): Shadow!

You call out to him but he doesn't respond.

(Y/N): Come on buddy let's get you out of here.

He still didn't respond making you let out a sigh.

(Y/N): This is all my fault. I'm sorry.

Shadow Moonlight: You were right. They were terrible friends. I did everything right. I wanted it more than anyone. And I thought-I thought if I wanted it enough, I could show everybody that...that Shadow Moonlight is someone worthy of friends...but I'm just...not.

(Y/N): Look Shadow, I know how you feel.

He stands up and turns around to glare at you.

Shadow Moonlight: Don't do that! Please don't do that! You do not know how I feel!

(Y/N): Shadow calm down.

Shadow Moonlight: Guys like you have everything! You don't have to be good! You could mess up over and over again, and the whole world loves you!

(Y/N): Shadow...

Shadow Moonlight: Our friendship was just a practice for you to learn from your mistakes because you could easily get more friends in the blink of an eye! You never cared for me! You just pitied me!

(Y/N): That's not true!

Shadow Moonlight: Don't give me that nonsense, Y/N! You're just some knight in shining armor everyone worships because you're some "hero" to them! You'll never know what it's like to fail! Because you were born a savior!

(Y/N): Yeah I'm a savior! I'm the savior who turned on my own friends! The one who got kicked out of their band! The one who had that... thing inside me for who knows how long! The one who was so afraid to let his best friend down that I turned my back on him...and I lied.

You walked over to the ledge that he was sitting on and sat next to him.

(Y/N): *sigh* Shadow, I'll never know how you feel, but don't act like you're the only failure here. I act tough Shadow and I put on a happy face but most of the time...I'm terrified.

Shadow Moonlight: How come you never told me that before?

(Y/N): Because we weren't on good terms before.

The both of you sat there staring at the passing vehicles behind the entrance gate before Shadow decided to break the ice.

Shadow Moonlight: Why didn't you ever say you were leaving?

(Y/N): I couldn't bring myself to do it. I didn't know how you would react to me leaving Canterlot. I wasn't sure if you were going to beg me to stay or let me take you with me.

Shadow Moonlight: So instead you decide to surprise me at the last second as you were driving away so that you wouldn't have to see me heartbroken? And yet you wonder why I wasn't willing to forgive you.

He gives you a glare as before he sighs and softens his expression.

Shadow Moonlight: Sorry, I just hate being lied to. Especially by my own friends.

(Y/N): Shadow, believe me, I really wanted to tell you, but I didn't know how to. I was so afraid of you doing something drastic or that you would have been angry at me for leaving. I mean, you were abandoned by your own parents so you wouldn't have anyone else.

Shadow Moonlight: Dude, I wouldn't have been upset if you told me.

You give him a deadpanned look which makes him correct himself.

Shadow Moonlight: Okay, sure, I would have been sad to see you leave, but at the very least I would have understood. My parents just dumped me here without a reason and I hadn't figured it out until a while later when I was told they abandoned me.You remember that time you kept asking me if I was okay and I said I was fine? Well, I was trying to hide the fact that I missed them. I guess I'm just as guilty as you for not telling you about that, huh?

(Y/N): *sigh* It seems we've both still got quite a lot to learn about friendship. Mostly me.

Shadow Moonlight: Eh. I think I got way more to work on. You've been hanging around a ton of girls that treat you like a real friend while mine were simply using me for themselves. I shouldn't expect anything nonetheless. Girls have been all over you since the beginning.

(Y/N): Oh, trust me, pal. While the Rainbooms are some of the most influential people in my life, they still have their fair share of hiccups. For example, Sunset used to be the bully queen of CHS, Rainbow Dash's ego can easily launch her to Jupiter and back, Fluttershy really needs to speak up more, Pinkie Pie can get really rambunctious a lot, Rarity can't go two minutes without freaking out over the tiniest detail, and Applejack... well... let's just say a mule is less stubborn than her. But still, they're some of the best people I've ever met.

Shadow Moonlight: Well, since we're on the topic, let me tell you about all the flaws those girls I thought were my friends had. Sour if you haven't noticed has Bipolar disorder so there's two sides of her that share one body. Sugarcoat is cold and blunt about everything which I guess makes sense given her name, Indigo like Rainbow Dash likes to brag a lot except when she urges you to be enthusiastic, she doesn't stop until you do, Sunny used to be friendly but because of how Cinch has been over the past few years, she became much colder towards others but still has a soft spot for those that she cares about and Lemon is a huge party animal like Pinkie except she kinda forces people into it and not like force as in she'd threaten you for it but more like she's trying to get you into it and you don't feel comfortable but at the same time want to be polite.

(Y/N): Man, I guess it's safe to say that we both have a group of girls in our lives that drive us nuts.

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, except that you are actually in a relationship with them where I haven't even gone past the friend zone yet. Not that I'd want to after seeing their true colors.

(Y/N): Well, at least you never tried to kill them with your magical powers. I had the unfortunate case of turning evil and almost obliterating my friends.

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, Adagio told me a lot about what happened at the Battle of the Bands.

Your eyes widened at hearing that name as you turned to him.

(Y/N): Wait, Adagio? As in Adagio Dazzle?

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, that's her. She's got two sisters, Aria Blaze and Sonata Dusk. Those ring a bell too?

(Y/N): Yeah, they most certainly do. You remember how I said that I turned on my own friends? Well, they had a handle on that as well.

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah except that's not actually what happened. According to her, she didn't have any control of you. You were just really cooperative. I think she was almost afraid of you.

(Y/N): I'm guessing that must have been V/N's doing, then. To be honest, I don't really have too many memories of those final moments. I vaguely remember yelling at the girls and then everything going black after that.

Shadow Moonlight: Well, luckily for you he's out of your head. Sour still has to deal with that ugly dark side of hers for the rest of her life.

(Y/N): Yeah, but now I'm even more fearful than I ever was... because he's now out there somewhere. I don't know what he's up to or what his motives are.

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, he murdered Sunny's father without a good reason but I think Cinch turning into what you saw her as the last few days was as good a reason as any for someone like him.

(Y/N): I've been meaning to ask, how do you even know his name? Did he ever tell you?

Shadow Moonlight: Well, here's what I remember...

(Flashback)

Shadow and Sunny were in her bedroom as Sunny was wearing a casual white sweater with pitch black leggings that displayed her curves along with some black socks.

Sunny was showing Shadow her wardrobe which was filled with tons of designs she made over the years along with a bin full of rejected ones.

Sunny Flare: ...and over here are all the ones that I decided to scrap.

She said as she grabs the bin full of rejected designs.

Shadow Moonlight: Why would you do that? I think these look really nice.

Sunny Flare: They just didn't appeal to me, dear.

Shadow Moonlight: Well, I'll take your word for it since you are a fashionista, Sis. Still though, don't you think it'd be fun to just play around with these?

Sunny Flare: What do you mean?

Shadow Moonlight: I don't know. I guess whenever you and the others have slumber parties here, I figured you'd be playing dress up with these. I mean, it's not like anyone would see you doing it...well, except for me maybe.

Sunny smirks at that last part and shakes her head at him playfully.

Sunny Flare: Shadow, you know it's impolite to spy on others.

Shadow Moonlight: It's not like I'd be a Peeping Tom. I'd only be doing it to make sure you all are okay.

Sunny Flare: Dear, you're not a stranger to us so don't act like you are. We'd be okay with you at our slumber party.

Shadow Moonlight: Are you saying that you're inviting me to your next slumber party?

Sunny Flare: Maybe I am.

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah but I'm a dude, which would probably mean you can't talk about girl things if I'm around.

Sunny Flare: True but the only topics we talk about which I supposed you could call girly are our crushes but that's pretty much it.

Shadow Moonlight: Oh? And who's your crush, Sis?

Shadow smirks at her as Sunny's cheeks immediately turn a dark shade of red as she looks away from him.

Sunny Flare: I-I don't have a crush!

Shadow Moonlight: You're lying, I can see right through that.

Sunny Flare: I do not! And even if I did, it's not like you would care.

Shadow Moonlight: Pfft. Of course I would. I want to make sure the guy isn't a jerk.

Sunny Flare: Well, I don't, Shadow.

Shadow Moonlight: Alright, alright. But just know that even if your crush doesn't love you back, I'll always love you, Sis.

He cups Sunny's cheek making her blush and smile warmly at Shadow.

Sunny Flare: Thank you, dear.

Shadow Moonlight: So about those dresses? What do you plan to do with them?

Sunny Flare: Well, while your idea does sound nice, I'd think a more appropriate option would be to donate this to those in need of clothing. While they might look ridiculous, I hope it's enough.

Shadow Moonlight: Aww, look at you being so considerate of others. You definitely get that from your mother.

Sunny Flare: Thanks, I just wish the other noble families around here were more like ours. *sigh* Sometimes, I wish I was just born into a regular family rather than a rich noble one.

Shadow Moonlight: I know what you mean. My parents were upper class nobles who probably wanted a girl but got me instead and they just left me in the dust. Sometimes I question whether or not it was for the best or for the worst but I think if they took care of me, we'd probably be in the same boat.

Sunny Flare: Right, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to bring it up.

Shadow moonlight: No, it's cool. If they hadn't done that to me, I would've never met you or the others.

He smiles at Sunny who couldn't help but smile back. Just then, her phone on her nightstand begins to ring which snaps them both out of their trance and looks over to where her phone is. Sunny makes her way towards her night stand with Shadow following behind to see who was calling her. Sunny picked up the phone and it turned out to be Sugarcoat.

Sunny Flare: I should probably take this.

Shadow Moonlight: Sure, I'll just be outside if you need me.

He said before leaving Sunny's room as she picked up.

Sunny Flare: Hey Sugarcoat, how are you?

Sugarcoat (On Phone): I'm alright but I wish I could say the same about your father.

Hearing that made Sunny's expression drop to a panicked one.

Sunny Flare: Why?! What's wrong with him?! Is he hurt?!

Sugarcoat (On Phone): Just go check the news. It's better you hear it from them than me.

With that, Sugarcoat hangs up and Sunny puts her phone down and immediately rushes out of her room and runs downstairs towards the living room. Shadow immediately saw this and went downstairs to follow her.He then spots her in the living room with the TV on with a worried expression.

Shadow Moonlight: Sunny, are you alright? What did Sugarcoat want?

Sunny didn't say anything. Instead she simply pointed to the TV which made Shadow take a look and see the news.

News Anchor: In other news, there have been reports of a very bad car accident on Melrose Avenue. The car involved in the accident has been identified as a dark blue CH Auto Lithia while the passengers within it are unknown at this time. Ambulances have been called and are currently trying to save any passengers they find while the police continue to question witnesses on what they saw when this event occurred.

Shadow Moonlight: Wait, isn't that car the same one that your father uses?

Sunny Flare: Yeah...*sniffs* It is.

Shadow sees Sunny put her hand over her mouth as tears began to fall down her face before running back upstairs to her room and slamming the door shut. Shadow's expression changes to a sympathetic sad look as he averts his gaze back to the TV.

News Anchor: What's that? I have just received word that the driver was found to be stabbed in the heart and his throat has been slit. The police have identified this man to be Flawless Comet.

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* Flawless Comet? That's Sunny's father! There's no doubt about it! I need to go console her.

He turns to leave before he sees something run out of the car. It was hard to see from how far away the camera shot was due to it being from the height of a helicopter but he could make out what looked like a person wearing blackened armor panels.

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* Wait a minute...who is that? Is that the guy who did this? Nevermind, I can't worry about it right now. Sunny needs me.

He thought before going back upstairs and knocked on Sunny's door.

Shadow Moonlight: Hey Sis, you okay?

Sunny Flare: Go away...

Shadow Moonlight: Sorry but I'm not going until you feel better. I'm going in.

He said and opened the door to see Sunny lying on her couch crying with a framed photo in her hands.

Sunny Flare: Please, *sniff* Just leave me alone.

Shadow Moonlight: They confirmed that it was your father. I'm so sorry.

Sunny then rushes towards him and throws punches at him in anger.

Sunny Flare: Why?! Why can't you just listen and leave me alone?! Do I have to say it enough to get it through that thick-dumb head of yours?!

Shadow calmly waits for her to stop punching which happened after a few minutes and then he pulled her into a hug.

Shadow Moonlight: Shhhhhh. It's okay. I'm here for you.

Sunny Flare: It doesn't make any sense. Daddy never drinks and is a decent driver. How could he get into a car accident?

Shadow Moonlight: It wasn't a car accident, Sis. Dad was murdered by someone.

Hearing that Sunny stare at him in shock as she held her hand over her mouth again and began to sob once more.

Sunny Flare: Who would do such a thing?! My father never had anything against anybody! He's a really good guy!

Shadow Moonlight: I don't know, Sis. I really don't, but the guy is apparently wearing black armor. If he thinks he's some sort of knight, I don't think they go around murdering random drivers.

Sunny Flare: Do you think he's one of those assassins that go around killing random people for profit?

Shadow Moonlight: You mean a hitman? Sure seems like it but like you said, he never had any enemies, so I doubt anyone would hire a hitman to kill him.

Just then, they both heard a loud knock on the front door which immediately made Shadow stand up.

Shadow Moonlight: I'll get it. You stay here and calm down, Sis.

Sunny Flare: Wait, what if it's that guy who killed Daddy? They might have come by to finish the job!

Shadow Moonlight: Well, I guess that's why Dad gave me this.

He said as he quickly went into his room and came back with a pistol.

Shadow Moonlight: He always said danger could be around the corner at any moment and when it confronts you, be prepared to face it.

Sunny Flare: Be careful, Shadow.

Shadow Moonlight: I will. Don't you worry.

He gives her a few headpats before shoving the pistol in his back pocket and making his way downstairs. He took a look through the peephole which revealed to not be the armored murderer but Abacus Cinch as he opened the door for her.

Shadow Moonlight: Oh, hi Mom! You're back so soon?

Abacus Cinch scoffed at him while entering the house without even thanking him as she made her way to the kitchen. Shadow looked at her with a concerned look as he followed her to the kitchen.

Abacus Cinch: Must I always remind you that I'm not your real mother?

She snapped at him as she turned to a cabinet and pulled out a bottle of red wine.

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah but you're a much better mother than she is.

She sighed before turning to him with a glare.

Abacus Cinch: I'm nothing more than your caretaker. You wouldn't be here right now if it weren't for my daughter nagging and pleading for me to let you stay here.

She said as she poured some of the red wine into a wine glass she pulled out and began to drink some.

Shadow Moonlight: Mom? Are you feeling okay?

She turned back to him with watered eyes.

Abacus Cinch: Do I look okay to you?! You've never had your husband brutally murdered on live television!

Shadow Moonlight: I-I'm sorry Mom. You weren't acting like yourself so I had to ask.

Abacus Cinch: Of course I am not! The love of my life is dead and I am now a widow! How can I still be my usual self?!

She looked back at her wine glass as a few quiet sniffles came from her.

Abacus Cinch: *whisper* Just... just leave me be.

Shadow Moonlight: Mom, I don't want you to be sad. Can't I at least do something other than that?

Abacus Cinch: *whisper* Did you not heed my earlier request? Leave me alone.

Shadow Moonlight: A-Alright, Mom, I'm sorry. I'll leave.

He turned to leave but then turned his head slightly to look at her.

Shadow Moonlight: I love you.

He adds before walking out of the kitchen and making his way up to Sunny who saw him and looked at him curiously.

Sunny Flare: Who was that, Shadow?

Shadow Moonlight: It's Mom. She's...not taking the news about Dad that well. In fact I think a lot worse than you are.

Sunny Flare: It makes sense. That was the man she had her heart set on which is way more meaningful than a father.

Shadow Moonlight: Regardless, it's still hard to take in for anyone. I just hope you both feel better.

Sunny Flare: I'm a little happier knowing that you are still okay, Shadow.

Shadow Moonlight: That's reassuring and flattering, Sis, but I think I'm gonna head back to my room. You just stay in yours for a little bit while we leave Mom alone. I think we all need some time to ourselves.

Sunny Flare: Alright, Shadow. I love you.

Shadow Moonlight: Love you too, Sis.

They embraced each other one last time before Shadow walked out of her room and into his own. He sat on his bed and didn't move for a moment before his eyes began to water.

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* How could this happen? Why did that jerk kill our Dad? Does he have something against him or does he have something against...one of us? But if that's the case why would he kill Dad?

Suddenly, his vocal cords felt a force on them as if he was being choked as his mouth was sealed shut. He began freaking out as he tried to figure out what was going on.

???: Aww, poor little Shadow.

A voice came up as he looked around trying to see where it was coming from. A dark (F/C) mist formed in front of him as someone stepped out of it as the mist dissipated.

Shadow Moonlight: W-Who are you? How did you get into our house?

He asked in a whisper due to his throat being choked out. The person chuckled before answering.

???: That's the least of your worries right now. Though I thought the (F/C) mist would've given it away. But don't worry, I'm not here to kill you, I only came here to talk.

Shadow Moonlight: You got some nerve talking to the guy who's father you just slaughtered.

???: Heh, so, you saw what happened after all?

Shadow Moonlight: What do you have against my father? I doubt he even knows who you are behind that suit of armor.

???: Oh, trust me, I didn't have anything against him... well, at least not personally anyways.

Shadow Moonlight: So you just killed him for sport? You're disgusting.

???: I killed him because much like how everything else is in life, he would have had to endure the pain of losing someone he cared for. So, I did him a favor by ending his life before he could go through such pain.

Shadow Moonlight: You think you're so noble just because you're dressed like a knight? You didn't do him any favors. He had a happy life with his wife and his kids who are now suffering because of the nightmare you created for us!

???: And that's how it always is. When it comes to having free will, people commit the most despicable acts one can commit and that leads to those you care about to die. Free will has done nothing more than lead to hatred, violence, and death. Well, I wish to put an end to all of that.

Shadow Moonlight: And what makes you think dictatorship would be any better? There's one person who's controlling absolutely everything everyone says or does and that person could be just as sick and twisted as you. That doesn't make them any different from the people you described have free will.

???: Of course, you wouldn't understand. You're nothing more than a worthless mortal. Order is the way of how everything should be. With order, there will be no more death, no more indifference, no more suffering. But, clearly, you refuse to heed my words.

Shadow Moonlight: You killed my dad and let my mom and sister suffer for it. How could I heed your words after seeing that?

???: Oh, you will... in due time. But for now, I shall leave you with my name... V/N. May it haunt your dreams from this day on.

Shadow Moonlight: Wait a minute...that mist you just created earlier. That was Y/N's favorite color. Is he in on this?

???: Hmm, maybe he is, maybe he isn't. Why do you even care? He ditched you so long ago. Unfortunately, as much as I like to talk more, my power is diminishing and my weaker side is starting to wake up. Goodbye for now, Shadow Moonlight.

With that, he released his magical grip on Shadow and disappeared as if he had never been there.

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* That guy knows who I am? Then Y/N must have something to do with this! So it wasn't enough for him to just leave me in the dust and suffer? He had someone come here to kill my Dad and hurt my family?! That's where I draw the line! I will never forgive you for this Y/N L/N!

(Flashback over)

You sat there next to him with a horrified look as you saw the tears leaking from his face.

(Y/N): So... I... I killed your father? I.. I don't even remember doing that.

Shadow Moonlight: I wasn't sure if it was you or him doing it for you. I just knew that you had something to do with his murder and I couldn't let that stand. It's why I was so stubborn to let you explain anything.

(Y/N): How... how can I even call myself a good person after letting him stay within me all these years? How can I look into Principal Cinch and Sunny Flare's eyes and tell them that I was practically responsible for your father's death?

Shadow Moonlight: I don't know, dude.

(Y/N): I... I really should be carted away to some government lab. It's what I deserve. I don't deserve anything else. I don't deserve to have a bunch of girls who love me. I don't deserve to attend a school such as this. I don't deserve to be sitting here right now next to you, Shadow. I... I'm a monster!

Your eyes welled up with tears as you cried silently to yourself.

Shadow Moonlight: Well, many times we get things we don't deserve. You kept risking your life for me even though I only gave you annoyed and angry glances in return.

(Y/N): But, how do I know that was even my own thoughts, Shadow?! How do I know that V/N didn't alter my personality to make it seem like I was good when really I was just a puppet?!

Shadow Moonlight: Hey, I just thought of something. I don't want you to take this the wrong way but what if he made you?

You looked back up at him.

(Y/N): What are you on about?

Shadow Moonlight: Think about it, Y/N. You got all this magical power that could rip the world apart if you wanted it to but nobody with a gold heart like yours would be able to possess that power without becoming arrogant. Twilight herself is living proof of that. I bet V/N is the real one with the magical power and he created you using it.

(Y/N): So, what's your point then?

Shadow Moonlight: I'm guessing being a villain gets pretty boring if you don't have anyone there to stop you. He probably just created you as a way to make things more interesting for himself.

(Y/N): *sigh* I don't even know anymore. What am I, Shadow? Am I even a real person? Where did I come from? If you remember, my parents found me in an alleyway as a baby. I'm not sure where I came from. I... I don't know.

Shadow Moonlight: Look, it's just a theory so I could be wrong about this whole thing but it doesn't matter, dude. Those girls, all of CHS, your parents, me, you're as real as the rest of us and we all care for you. Even if you're not real, we would fight for it to make sure you were. I may have been pretty cruel to you these past few days but after seeing V/N appear and you apologizing to me for what happened, I'd be there for you and your friends no matter what.

You smiled slightly at that.

(Y/N): Well... thanks man. You know, deep down, I knew that there was still a part of you that I knew about as a kid, it was just hidden under layers of stubbornness.

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah and I think I've figured out where that came from. I've lived with Cinch for so long and after the way she's become, me and her have been at each other's throats for a while. I bet some of that along with what V/N's done has probably been the reason why I've been so stubborn.

You looked back up at him.

(Y/N): Look Shadow, I really am sorry for leaving you alone all those years ago and having you endure years of hardships and turmoil. But, do you think we can start over again... as friends?

Shadow Moonlight: Dude, we're brothers in arms. Siblings fight like cats and dogs from time to time. Believe me I've gotten into tons arguments with Sunny before. But they always make up in the end even if it's quite a few years late.

(Y/N): So, that's a yes then?

Shadow Moonlight: I'd be shocked if you interpreted any of that as a no. But... yeah. I'm willing to start over again.

Your smile grew even more as you pulled him in for a bro hug to which he returned it.

Shadow Moonlight: You know, it's been quite some time since I last saw your parents. You mind letting me swing by to come see them?

(Y/N): Do I mind? The more the merrier I'd say. They'd be delighted to see you again, Shad.

Shadow Moonlight: Heh, I'm surprised you remember calling me that.

(Y/N): Of course. It's like you said, we're brothers in arms.

Shadow moonlight: That we are, dude. That we are.

You ended the hug with each other.

(Y/N): So, if you mind me asking, whatever happened to those idiots that picked on you?

Shadow Moonlight: *sigh* Well, that's a story on it's own. You know, I wanted to confront you about leaving. I wanted to demand you for answers about why you left me behind but you were busy living it up at Sweet Shoppe with Twilight's doppelganger, that blue-haired guitarist and your harem.

(Y/N): Wait...you were at Sweet Shoppe the same time me and the girls were?

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, it's the place I usually go to clear my head. Since Cinch changed into the person you all know today, I needed an outlet for all the stress and anger she put on me. Quite frankly, it's hard to forget that day because of Rarity screaming "I'VE GOT IT" which nearly gave me a heart attack.

(Y/N): Yeah, I remember that too. Why didn't you confront me though?

Shadow Moonlight: Did you want me to make a scene? Besides, I'm sure if I did that day your harem would've come at me and told me to back off so I didn't bother. I waited for a day where you'd go there alone so I could say something, but that clearly never happened and I didn't know where you lived nor did I want to at the time. So, I did the best thing I could think of: forget about it and try to move on. It's why I didn't want to talk to you because that would only bring back the bad memory.

(Y/N): Alright, I guess I can understand that. So regarding the bullies I scared off, did they start picking on you the moment I left?

Shadow Moonlight: No, it was way worse than that. Here's how it went down.

(Flashback)

It had been about a month since you left Canterlot and Shadow was walking around Canterlot with his hands in his pockets while sighing to himself.

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* Y/N, please come back. It's just not as fun without you here. Wait, what am I talking about? This is Y/N L/N I'm talking about! Of course he would come back! He wouldn't leave his friend without saying goodbye...right?

Shadow saw a nearby alleyway and decided to settle there temporarily since his legs were killing him after doing a lot of walking but then he heard a voice that he didn't think he'd hear from again.

???: Well, well, well. If it isn't the little black loser.

Hearing that made Shadow turn to the other end of the alleway as he saw a black silhouette standing at the far end.

Shadow Moonlight: W-Who are you?

???: Don't tell me you haven't forgotten about us.

He said as he stepped into the light revealing a boy with light brown hair, moderate tan skin, light green eyes and he was wearing a brown shirt with dark yellow eyes and two white owls under them, cargo pants with a lighter shade of brown with matching shoe soles and had his hands and mouth covered in cheeto dust while his shirt and pants were stained with mechanical oil.

Shadow Moonlight: P-Patriot!

Patriot: You know if it weren't for that low-life cretin who tried to threaten us with his stupid father being an officer, you wouldn't be in this mess. Too bad he's not here to save your skin now seeing as how he's finally out of this city.

Shadow Moonlight: W-Wait what? H-He left Canterlot?

Patriot: You mean he didn't tell you?! *laughs* Wow, what a friend he was. Though it doesn't surprise me. You are the last person anyone would ever want to be friends with. You can't even put up a fight.

Shadow Moonlight: N-No! I don't believe that! Y/N wouldn't leave without telling me!

Patriot: Is that so? Well, Dink saw a moving truck parked outside of his house and saw him and his parents loading it up.

Shadow Moonlight: So? I bet he was probably just going to stay at a temporary hotel and then...

He trails off not even sure of what he's saying makes any sense.

Patriot: Face it, you little emo freak. That guy ditched you and now...

He started as he grabbed Shadow by the collar of his shirt and slammed him against the wall.

Patriot: ...We have to make up for all the time we lost because of him.

Shadow Moonlight: W-We?

Patriot: That's right.

Patriot snaps his fingers as another kid comes down the same path he did and makes his way behind Patriot. He has pale skin, brown eyes, and bright blond hair

and is wearing a neon yellow sleeveless shirt and blue jeans and is carrying a large black duffel bag.

Patriot: Did you bring what I told you?

Bully 2: Got them right here, Patriot.

He nodded as he set the duffel bag on the ground and pulled out two metal baseball bats. Shadow, seeing this starts to sweat nervously which Patriot notices.

Patriot: Don't worry, we'll make sure you stay alive so you can get the full experience.

Shadow Moonlight: N-No! Patriot! Please don't!

Patriot: Too late!

He smiled as he elbowed Shadow in the stomach before throwing a punch to his face while laughing, giving him a black eye.

Bully 2: Yeah too late, emo moron.

Patriot suddenly let go of Shadow as he turned his attention towards his friend with a glare.

Patriot: Dink, how many times have I told you to not repeat what I say! You want to join this punk in a world of pain?!

The kid now known as Dink took a few steps back while shaking.

Dink: N-No Patriot!

Patriot: Then shut up and help me kick the snot out of this scrawny, little, pathetic, wimp!

Dink: But what about the bats?

Patriot: I'll save that for last. Just leave mine in the bag.

He said as he turned his attention back to Shadow.

Patriot: Now, where were we? Oh yeah, I was in the middle of doing this!

He kicked Shadow in the groin area making him wail out in pain.

Patriot: Oh, is that the sound of a starving emo kid? Here, why don't you lick the cheeto dust off my hands?

He laughs as he shoves his hand into Shadow's mouth who begins to cry for how much pain he's in.

Patriot: Aw, you're gonna cry now? And right when I was warming up.

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* Y/N, I hope you come back soon. Please...I don't want to be stuck with Patriot and Dink again. Wait, what am I talking about?I know he will return. What the heck do these two know anyway? For all I know, he could've seen Y/N's neighbors with a moving truck. I'm sure Y/N is just on some road trip with his family and will be back soon enough.

A little while later, around the corner, a mother and her daughter are walking out of a nearby restaurant with smiles after being satisfied with the service and the quality of the food.

Abacus Cinch: I must say, the filet mignon they served is the most scrumptious steak I've ever had the pleasure of consuming.

Sunny Flare: Their pizza was so good and that mint milkshake you let me try was so delicious, Mother! Could we go back again tomorrow? Pleeeeeaaaaaaaase?

She begged her mother as she gave her puppy dog eyes. Cinch gave her daughter a warm smile before gently patting her on the head.

Abacus Cinch: Now, now, Sunny. You cannot spend your life eating pizza and milkshakes. You won't develop into a gorgeous fashion model like you've been dreaming about. You must have flexibility for many different variations of foods and that includes eating your greens.

Sunny Flare: Ugh, Mother, I don't like greens. They're all slimy and they taste weird.

Abacus Cinch: They have very good nutritional value and that is important for growing children like you.

Sunny Flare: *sigh* Fine. *mutters* I guess I'll try chewing them up rather than spitting them in the toilet.

Suddenly, the two of them hear a loud scream nearby which makes them both stop dead in their tracks and turn to look at each other in confusion.

Sunny Flare: Mother, did you hear that?

Abacus Cinch: Indeed I did, Sunny. It sounded a lot like a child scream. I think it came from over here.

Quickly, Abacus and her daughter rushed over to the alleyway where they saw Patriot and Dink bullying Shadow.

Sunny Flare: Mother, what is going on over there?

Abacus Cinch: You see those kids picking that other kid, dear? Those are kids who dropped out of school and that's why going to school is very important. Otherwise you will end up like them. Now that I look at them, I think I recognize these kids.

She squinted her eyes before she realized who that was.

Abacus Cinch: Wait a minute, it's those boys, Dink and Patriot.

Hearing that name made Sunny shiver a little.

Sunny Flare: P-Patriot? As in that boy that transferred from Griffinstone Junior High who got held back three times? That boy who bullied Sour Sweet because of her bipolar disorder?

Abacus Cinch: Yes. That's him. I recognized that large nose of his.

Sunny Flare: So this is what he's been doing? Picking on other kids for no reason after his expulsion?

Abacus Cinch: I suppose. He's most likely been or is still being abused by his parents which would explain this unhealthy, cynical behavior.

Sunny Flare: Even still, that doesn't excuse anything that he's done to my friend. Mother, we have to do something!

Abacus Cinch: We should not get involved, Sunny. I will simply call the police.

Sunny Flare: Mother, by the time they get here, that poor kid might need to be hospitalized or they might even take his life! We need to do something now!

Abacus Cinch: Sunny, I know you want to help that poor boy out but there isn't much we can do. Those kids are armed, you don't want to confront them. Now, stay here while I make the phone call.

She said as she pulled out her phone and dialed 911. While she was doing that, Sunny peaked in the alley as she saw Shadow even more bruised up as she saw Patriot twisting his arm while Dink was hitting his legs hard with one of the baseball bats. Sunny could only watch in horror before her blood started to boil as she began to approach them. Then, Dink slammed the baseball bat into Shadow's head knocking a few teeth out which caused him to cough up blood which only fueled her anger even more.

Patriot: Heh, that one was awesome! Nice one.

Dink: I tried.

Patriot: Ha, had enough yet, emo twit? Well, too bad because there's plenty more where that came from. Dink, hand me the other bat.

Dink: Uh, Patriot? It's not in there.

Patriot: Huh? What do you mean it's not in there?! I told you to bring two, you stupid, incompetent—

He was soon cut off as he was hit on the side of his head by the other baseball bat.

Patriot: OW! Hey! What the f-

He was then struck again by the baseball bat with this one being a direct hit on the top of his head.

Dink: Patriot?

Patriot: *dazed* I'm a gorgeous, pretty, princess...

He snorts before falling face flat on the ground. Dink only watched before he got hit in the back of his head hard as well, knocking him out. The one holding the bat revealed to be Sunny Flare who glared at them.

Sunny Flare: You've hurt more than enough people, Patriot. It's time you get a taste of what it feels like.

With that, Sunny dropped the bat and turned her attention towards Shadow who weakly smiled at her.

Shadow Moonlight: Thank...you....

He managed to get out with all the strength he had left before falling unconscious. Sunny Flare picked him up and ran back to her mother who was just about done with her call. After she finished, she shoved her phone back in her pocket and made her way back towards Sunny Flare as she soon noticed Shadow along with his cuts, bruises and his bleeding.

Abacus Cinch: Sunny, did you go in there to rescue him?

Sunny Flare: Yes, Mother. I'm sorry that I disobeyed you and I will accept any punishment you give me but I just couldn't stand to let him continue to get attacked by Patriot.

Abacus Cinch: No Sunny, I won't punish you. If anything, I'm proud of you for being so brave but I didn't want you to get hurt. Fortunately, there isn't a single scratch or bruise on you which is all that matters to me.

Sunny Flare: So, what should we do about this boy?

Abacus Cinch: We'll take him to the hospital so they can help heal all of the damage those two did to his body and then return back here to report everything that happened to the police.

Abacus grabs her daughter and Shadow as she quickly continues her way towards her car and immediately drives off to the hospital.

(Timeskip)

Shadow slowly woke up to find himself in a hospital bed with arms, legs, and stitches all over his body.

Shadow Moonlight: Huh? Where am I? *thinking* Last thing I remember was being ambushed by Patriot and Dink and then I blacked out.

Then a knock was heard at the door before it was opened and in the doorway stood a doctor, Abacus Cinch and Sunny Flare.

Doctor Hoarse: Mr. Moonlight, you have visitors.

Shadow Moonlight: Uh...alright thanks Doc.

He said as Doctor Hoarse nodded, letting the mother and daughter in the room before closing the door behind them.

Sunny Flare: So, how are you feeling?

Shadow Moonlight: Well, I'm not being attacked by Patriot or Dink so I'm honestly quite relieved.

Abacus Cinch: That's good to hear. Those two are nothing but trouble.

Shadow Moonlight: You both are victims of them as well?

Sunny Flare: Well, no but they were picking on my friend for her disorder. She can't help that.

Shadow Moonlight: Tough. Those guys are the worst.

Cinch then glanced around the hospital room before turning her attention back to Shadow.

Abacus Cinch: So, where are your parents? I figured they would be here by now.

Shadow Moonlight: Well, to be honest...I don't know where they are. They told me they were just dropping me off at school but they never came by to pick me up. I thought they were just going to the grocery store or something. I wonder why they're taking so long.

Cinch analyzed what he said before she put two and two together and let out a heavy sigh knowing what she had to tell him.

Abacus Cinch: I hate to break this to you but your parents aren't coming back. They've abandoned you.

Shadow Moonlight: What does that mean?

Abacus CInch: It means that they deserted you. They left you behind.

Hearing that made Shadow's eyes widen.

Shadow Moonlight: W-What?! N-No you're joking right?

Abacus Cinch: I wish that I was.

Shadow Moonlight: *thinking* No...they left me behind? Why? They're my own parents! How could they do that to me?!

Shadow couldn't help but sob as tears flooded his eyes.

Shadow Moonlight: No! Why would they do that?! They left me here?! What kind of parent abandons their own children?!

Abacus Cinch: Really awful ones, I'd say.

Sunny Flare couldn't help but feel saddened to see Shadow cry as she climbed onto the bed and gave him a hug.

Abacus Cinch: Sunny be careful. He's still injured.

Sunny Flare: I'll be gentle, Mother.

She said before turning her attention back to Shadow and drying his tears.

Sunny Flare: Hey, don't cry. It's okay.

Shadow Moonlight: No, it's not! I got abandoned by my own parents and have had to live out on the streets and the only friend I've ever had the pleasure of meeting hasn't come back yet! Why does the world hate me?!

Sunny without warning, wrapped Shadow in her embrace and held him close.

Sunny Flare: Shhh. It's alright. You'll be okay. The hospital will take care of you.

Shadow Moonlight: And what about after that? Where can I go?

Abacus Cinch: We'll search for foster care to put you in, that way you don't have to be stuck searching for food or dealing with Patriot again.

Shadow Moonlight: Why? Why are you doing all this me?

Sunny Flare: Because you're just as human as my mother and me while those two aren't even close. I wasn't just gonna let them hurt you.

Shadow Moonlight: Well...thank you for saving my life uh...what's your name?

Sunny Flare: Oh, how rude of me. I'm Sunny Flare. That woman over there is my mother, Abacus Cinch.

Abacus Cinch: Pleased to meet you.

Shadow Moonlight: I'm...Shadow Moonlight. Nice to meet you.

Abacus Cinch: You're extremely lucky to be alive right now, young man. The doctors said you had suffered trauma to multiple parts of your body, especially your head.

Shadow Moonlight: Is it anything serious?

Abacus Cinch: They said that you have a concussion that should wear off in about a week or two. However, the rest of your body that took damage will take longer to heal. They estimated about six months.

Shadow Moonlight: Oh. Well, I suppose it could have been worse. But how did I even get here to begin with?

Abacus Cinch: Well, we had seen you getting attacked by those two so I decided to report it to the police.

Sunny Flare: But I figured they would have taken too long so I went down there myself and knocked them both out with one of those baseball bats.

Abacus Cinch: Don't worry though. We've informed the police about what happened and they've been taken to juvenile detention in Fillydelphia and won't be bothering you or anyone else for a long time.

Shadow Moonlight: Thank you so much. I thought for sure I was gonna die there.

Sunny Flare: So... you said that your parents left you all alone... does that make you an orphan?

Shadow Moonlight: I guess so but they didn't even have the courtesy to take me to an orphanage.

Sunny Flare: That's horrible! Who would do such a thing?

Shadow Moonlight: My parents apparently.

Sunny then thought for a moment before a rather crazy idea came to mind.

Sunny Flare: Mother, why don't we adopt him?

Abacus Cinch: W-What? Sunny, we can't just adopt him right here and now.

Sunny Flare: But Mother, look at him! He's lost his parents, his friend, and he's out on the streets being tormented by Patriot and Dink! He needs hospitality.

Abacus Cinch: Sunny, we've brought him into a hospital. They'll take care of him and then perhaps they'll send him off to a foster home. There's not much else we can do for this poor boy.

Sunny Flare: But Mom, I don't wanna just leave him by himself at some foster home! I wanna be there for him.

Abacus Cinch: *sigh* I'll discuss it with your father when we get home but I can't guarantee he'll accept.

Sunny smiled at being able to convince her mother to at least consider adopting Shadow before turning back to him.

Sunny Flare: Don't worry, Shadow. I'm sure my mom and I will be able to convince Daddy, just you wait and see.

Shadow Moonlight: Well, I suppose it's better than coming over to Y/N's house and asking for food.

(Flashback over)

(Y/N): So... what did your father say to that?

Shadow Moonlight: He was actually pretty chill about it. He said that he always wanted a son even though he loved the daughter he had.

(Y/N): I can't believe Patriot and Dink came back to bully you again. I thought for sure those guys moved away.

Shadow Moonlight: I thought so too but apparently not. At least now we know that they left Canterlot for real.

(Y/N): Still though, I wish I had been there to defend you better.

Shadow Moonlight: Well, the important thing is that you did come back in the end. Not sure if it was for me but you did.

(Y/N): Well, I actually came back because my mom got a new job as a lawyer which required us to move here.

Shadow Moonlight: So your mother's a lawyer? I bet Patriot would've peed himself if he knew about that.

(Y/N): Heh, yeah. Look, I think you should make up with Sunny and the others. I mean, you do live with her after all.

Shadow Moonlight: Why? My eyes didn't deceive me, Y/N. I saw them egg her on during that musical number which I kept interrupting.

(Y/N): Well, maybe they've learned their lesson after you screamed at them.

Shadow Moonlight: Or maybe they blamed you for it since I was pretty mad at you the whole time we were there.

(Y/N): They did somewhat blame me, but listen, I made them realize their hypocrisy of blaming me for being a bad friend which made them absolutely silent.

Shadow Moonlight: Even still, they almost brought the end of humanity as we know it and it would've all been done by the one person who never wanted anything to do with these games in the first place. They took advantage of her timidity, Y/N. That's what really gets under my skin. Imagine if your friends and principal all turned on Fluttershy and started pressuring her to do something with a musical number. Wouldn't that piss you off?

(Y/N): *sigh* I probably would be upset too. But, if they truly regretted their actions afterwards, then I'd be willing to forgive them. It's probably the same with your friends, Shadow. Their silence most likely meant that they were starting to think over what they had done. Look, since you're willing to give me another chance, why not give them another chance also? If you hold a grudge against them, you'd just be making the same mistake you did with me.

Shadow Moonlight: *sigh* I guess you're right, Y/N.

You smiled before nodding.

(Y/N): Good. So, do you wanna go now or in a little bit?

Shadow Moonlight: The latter. I want to think a little bit to cool my head before saying anything to them.

You stood up and looked down at him.

(Y/N): Alright, I guess I'll see you in a while.

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, I'll be back there in a few minutes.

You nodded as you snapped your fingers and teleported back to Canterlot High.