It's a new day in Ponyville. Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike wake up; they both scream and fall off the bed.
"Spike! You're a..." Twilight (Sci-Twi) pants a bit.
"Twilight! You're a..." Spike pants a bit.
"Oh, that's right," Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike say in unison. They sigh heavily, believing what they experienced yesterday was a complete hellish nightmare.
"I can't believe we left Pinkie Pie behind..," Twilight (Sci-Twi) groans a bit.
"I know. However, there's a Pinkie Pie in this reality. Ours couldn't steal her life away..," Spike sadly says.
"I know," Twilight (Sci-Twi) takes a deep breath. "Well, I guess we should explore the castle."
"Yea. There has to be a kitchen as well," Spike said.
Twilight (Sci-Twi) gets an idea. "Want to ride on my back?"
"Really?" Spike smiles a bit. Now that Twilight (Sci-Twi) is a unicorn riding on her back does seem fun.
"Of course. Things will be different, so let's embrace them together," Twilight uses her magic to levitate Spike onto her back.
"Hey! You're magic works similar to when you were human!"
"I'm thankful about that. Perhaps there are books here that can help me utilize my magic. Perhaps you can learn as well, like your counterpart."
"Fairy Dragon," Spike claps his claws excitedly.
"Let's eat and have a fun day in the castle!" Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike leave the room. Twilight (Sci-Twi) goes down the hallway, sightseeing what's around her. Spike sees how beautiful the interiors of the castle are. Twilight (Sci-Twi) bumps in Starlight Glimmer. "Whoops. Sorry, Starlight."
"It's alright, Twilight," Starlight smiles. "Hey, are you two hungry?"
"Yes," Spike and Twilight (Sci-Twi) nod.
"Follow me to the kitchen," Starlight trots down the hallway, leading Spike and Twilight (Sci-Twi).
Trixie is in the kitchen with Sunburst and Maud Pie. Trixie is making coffee while Sunburst is making hay fries and pancakes. Maud turns around and blinks a few times to make sure her eyes aren't deceiving her. Sunburst turns around and drops a tray of hay fries.
"Something happened?" Trixie turns around, and her jaw drops. "Impossible..."
"Now, before you jump to any conclusions, this is not our Twilight nor Spike. They're from the human world that Sunset Shimmer ran into yesterday," Starlight said before things go sour.
"It's true, lad and lassies," Rockhoof joins in the fray. "I saw the whole thing last night. I even learned a new word for this one," Rockhoof rubs Twilight's (Sci-Twi) head with his hoof. "Bastard. I have no idea what it means but sounds good."
"Uh..," Trixie and Sunburst are lost for words now that they understand where Twilight and Spike originated.
"So, does that mean my sister and her friends will have a second chance with this Twilight and Spike?" Maud asks.
"Yes," Starlight nods. "However, I think you two should explore the castle. Take things one step at a time."
"That's what I wanted to do with Spike today," Twilight (Sci-Twi) said.
"So, anything good to eat?" Spike asks.
"I can go for some bacon and eggs," Twilight (Sci-Twi) said.
"Same with me! Give me some bacon, please!" Spike rubs his belly with his claws.
"Uh.., we don't eat meat," Trixie confirms.
"Not every pony eats meat besides fish," Sunburst said.
"What!? No meat!?" Spike cringes a bit. "I need to look for some loose chickens and eat them."
"Raw?" Twilight (Sci-Twi) jokes a bit.
"If I have to!" Spike shouts.
"Uh.., have you tried eating a pancake?" Trixie asks.
"No. I used to be a dog so, there were some things I couldn't eat."
"Try pancakes then. You'll love it," Sunburst says.
"Okay," Spike gets off of Twilight's (Sci-Twi) back. He sits on an empty chair.
"This'll be an interesting day," Rockhoof said.
"Also, try not to use the new word you learn. There's a reason why we don't use the language in Equestria," Sunburst said.
"What? I can't say, bastard? It's not offending anyone, is it?" Rockhoof asks.
"It can be for certain creatures or friends you have," Trixie said.
"Now that's bullshit," Spike said.
"Lalalalalalalalalalalala!" Trixie covers her ears. "Trixie can't hear you! Lalalalalalalalalalalalala!" Trixie leaves the kitchen.
"I have some papers to grade," Sunburst leaves the kitchen.
"We don't use dirty language. Try to get in the habit of using less of it," Maud Pie leaves.
"I'll make breakfast for the three of you. Also, refrain from using any other curse words. Things are peaceful here, and there is no need for such language in our world."
"Alright, Starlight. Spike and I will not use such language unless it's accidental."
"Accidental?" Starlight turns to Twilight (Sci-Twi).
"Well, I was human, and being human, we tend to make mistakes. Sometimes, we say or do things. Especially during a rage burst."
"Oh boy," Starlight imagines what could happen if Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike slip those words out of their mouths.
"I'm going to me theatre. I'm sure the younglings and students have written their stories. I want to read them and see if they met my criteria from yesterday's class," Rockhoof leaves the kitchen after taking a bowl filled with fruits.
"See you at school," Starlight sighs. She hears the castle doors knocking. "Mind getting that, Rockhoof!" Starlight shouts.
"Sure thing, Lassie!" Rockhoof said while munching on an apple. He opens the door to see Pinkie Pie hopping.
"Hi, Rockhoof! Can I come in!" Pinkie excitedly asks.
"Uh..," Rockhoof isn't sure.
"Thanks!" Pinkie rushes in.
"The Lass is going to kill me. Better after school then now," Rockhoof trots to his theatre.
Pinkie rushes and scours in the castle, looking for Starlight. A few moments later, she smells the sweet aroma of chocolate chip and cinnamon pancakes. She runs into the kitchen and stands behind Starlight.
"Hi, Starlight!" Pinkie shouts, startling Starlight.
"Gaah! Pinkie. What are you doing here?" Starlight asks while catching her breath.
"I wanted to visit you and say that I'll be coming back to school in the next semester," Pinkie smiles. "So, uh, can I have a pancake?"
"Wait your turn, Pinkie," Spike said.
"Okie-Dokie-Lokie," Pinkie obliviously replies, then her eyes widen and slowly turn to the sound of Spike's voice. She gasps horridly. "Spike!" Pinkie turns to see Twilight (Sci-Twi). "Twilight!?" Pinkie growls at Twilight. "You-" Starlight covers Pinkie's mouth.
"They're not our Twilight and Spike. Remember the world Sunset Shimmer ran? The one filled with humans?"
"Mmhmm," Pinkie nods.
"That's the human Twilight and doggie Spike," Starlight informs Pinkie.
"You mean.., and they..," Pinkie notices that Spike doesn't have dragon wings and Twilight (Sci-Twi) doesn't have pegasus wings. "What happened?!" Pinkie is confused with the scenery.
"Well, uh..," Twilight (Sci-Twi) chokes a bit. Seeing Equestria's version of Pinkie Pie reminds her of her friend back home in Canterlot City.
"It's a long story. How do you feel about real-life horror?" Spike asks.
"I love horror! However, real-life horror. That's something I don't want to imagine," Pinkie pulls a bucket of popcorn from her hair and sits at the table. "Please, tell me your story."
"How did she?" Spike is confused with Equestria's Pinkie Pie's capabilities.
"It's Pinkie Pie. She can do whatever she wants," Twilight (Sci-Twi) says, watching Pinkie eating her popcorn.
"Please tell me the story," Pinkie Pie smiles widely.
"It's not a good one. So don't scream so loud that the castle trembles or glass shatters," Starlight said to Pinkie Pie. She brings the plate of pancakes for Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike.
"I'll Pinkie Promise. Cross my heart, hope to fly. Stick a cupcake in my eye," Pinkie Pie does her usual ritual routine during the Pinkie Promise. "Alright, tell me what happened."
"Good, I need to go to the School of Friendship," Starlight leaves the kitchen.
"Well," Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike reveal to Pinkie everything they endured yesterday. They took two hours explaining the horrors and murders they witnessed, especially by Canterlot City's Sunset Shimmer. During the story, Pinkie Pie spills popcorn; Cried that her counterpart sister Maud Pie died as well as her friends.
"Wow..," Pinkie sniffs. "That's.., that's.., wow..," Pinkie can't describe what she's feeling. Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike understand the hurt Pinkie has. "And my counterpart has to watch that Sunset.., and somehow.., survive..?" Her mane deflates.
"If it were up to our Pinkie, she would have come. However, with what transpired when Sunset stole the life away from the other, Pinkie didn't want history to repeat itself," Twilight (Sci-Twi) sadly says.
"But, it would have been okay! I would live with it! Talking to myself, loving myself, two minds thinking alike!" Pinkie exclaims.
"Well, our Pinkie wasn't sure how you would feel, and she chose to stay behind. For all we know, there could be survivors out there that'll need her help," Twilight (Sci-Twi) replies. "Also, I promise Spike I would keep him safe. Knowing what happened to Equestria's Spike and Twilight, I guess you can call it a clean slate. A second chance to strive for friendship."
"Your Spike is a Fairy Dragon, and your Twilight is a deranged lunatic with an ongoing drive to get herself killed knowing that she'll fail," Spike said.
Pinkie Pie sighs heavily. "You're right about the clean slate, and believe me, I screwed up my friendship with Spike. I forgot and pranked him mercilessly while laughing at his misery. I thought for sure I wouldn't have a second chance of being friends with Spike. Now, I do have a second chance right in front of me. That if you want to be friends with me."
"You are one of my best friends back home, and I will love to be your friend as long as you don't make the same mistakes you had with Fairy Dragon."
"Deal!" Pinkie Pie shakes Spike's claw.
"Pinkie. Will you be my friend?" Twilight (Sci-Twi) asks.
"Of course! Silly. A new Twilight to become friends. I wonder if the Elements of Harmony will accept you as the bearer of magic."
"Elements of what?" Twilight (Sci-Twi) is confused about being a bearer.
"Harmony. My friends and I will have to start over with a lot of things for the new normal to kick in," Pinkie Pie starts devising ideas that'll work already.
"Well, Pinkie. Spike and I are going to explore our new home. Care to join us?" Twilight (Sci-Twi) asks.
Pinkie gasps. "No, no, no, Twilight. I should be your tour guide. I've been here so many times I know what each room is."
"Okay, even better. Spike, get on my back."
"Okay, Twilight," Spike gets on Twilight's (Sci-Twi) back.
"Follow me!" Confetti explodes behind Pinkie's back. She trots out of the kitchen to show Twilight (Sci-Twi) and Spike all the rooms in the castle.
Yet they get to for their counterparts. Also how would their Pinkie steal the life of pony Pinkie when everyone in ponyville would be aware of two of them. Unless you are telling me there is an equestria version of the corrupt government, which wouldn't make sense. Yeah, that statement makes no sense.
I'm pretty sure what pony Pinkie wanted or would think wasn't on their minds at all and human Pinkie was only focused on survival and keeping the others safe.
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I will.
Nice to see how this version of Twilight/Spike are adapting to life in Equestria, course they had to run into Pinkie first but at the very least she toned down her enthusiasm somewhat!
Hopefully the rest of the Mane 5 learned their lesson & do the same (unlike Deceitful ) Also I can't wait to see this version of Spike meet up with a certain orange dragon we know, should be very interesting!
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Canterlot City Pinkie believes that something horrid would happen if she were to replace the Equestrian Pinkie Pie. She doesn't know what could happen. She doesn't know if Equestrian Society would allow it. What she knows is that Equestrian Spike is living in Earth Land and Equestrian Twilight Sparkle is more likely to get herself killed.
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Should be how everything comes together.
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It's been a bit since I read the last chapter of the side fic, but I am pretty sure that wasn't even on Human Pinkie's mind. Like you told me yourself, the tense situation made them all act without taking the time to think, so her only thoughts was on survival and making sure the others were safe, so she made the horrible decision to have them leave to Equestria while she watches over human Sunset and look for survivors. She only seemed focused on surviving in the human world and not what Equestria would think, if she decided to come too. I am sure she would be against it, since she didn't want to doom her home world, well doom it even more and wanted to try and salvage it and hopefully try to rebuild it. Her thoughts weren't on what another world would think about her and her friends escaping to it. My problem is you spent chapters and even a side story showing how horrible it could end up, if a counterpart arrives in another world, but the issue is you are treating that it happening in general is a problem, when your example with human Sunset shows that things only went horrible due to a malicious outside force. If it wasn't for the evil government the two Sunsets likely would have actually lived separate lives from each other without any issues. Also despite you showing the risks of replacing your counterpart you have Sci-Twi and other Spike actually do it to their counterparts without anyone bringing up the risks and danger of such an action. I just find it kind of weird you spent so many chapters painting that as something horrible and should prevent and yet here you are actually doing it without seemingly any issues. Maybe it Sci-twi and other Spike taking their counterparts spots will lead to some issues in the future, but as of now it's something that is being treated as an ok thing. I guess I'll see where you take this plot line in the future.
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They have a good point. But, what's got to do with Pinkie Pie???!!! What the hell did I miss?!
Well, That is a clean slate chapter for twilight (Sci-Twi), and her son Spike, is good that Pinkie Pie will have a second chance, not to F**k up, Hopefully soon. Anyway good chapter PonyJoel.🍺
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Thank you
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Don't worry about Pinkie. It's not really important. My original comment was just pointing out Spike saying human Pinkie can't join them because somehow she would replace pony Pinkie, despite the fact that if she did come with them they both will live in the same town, didn't make sense, since he also doesn't realize him and Sci-twi are actually replacing their counterparts. That's it. Human Pinkie does have a valid reason to stay, despite her stupid decision to stay alone to fend off human Sunset and look for survivors.
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Can they all at least save the human world from the corrupt government, murderous clones, and psycho human Sunset?!
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I'm 100% Agreed with you OP Omni God-Emperor Doom.🍺 "Sipping my Beer"
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They should, but at the end of the day it's all up to PonyJoel to decide what happens.
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😁 Welcome.
I hope this Twilight & Spike can get this FOUL LANGUAGE habit under control. I would hate see or hear this being repeated by the young ones. Worse if it slipped out in front of royalty.
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They been though a lot, okay.