The ponies had spent three weeks in the Unicorn Keys. It was warm and lovely. Rarity went shopping every day. Twilight met with the royal family often. Applejack sold produce to send money to her family's farm. Pinkie Pie partied all three weeks. The locals loved her "Eccentric Bashes" and spoke of her antics affectionately. Fluttershy helped run a foal daycare center. Rainbow Dash became a celebrity due to the Sonic Rainboom and her whiplash sense of humor. Spike was adored by the female population of dragons which seemed small until Twilight had to deal with constant phone calls about her scrawny but handsome assistant. The Summer was over.. the ponies were returning to Pawtropolis. Twilight was nervous to return after three weeks of being away from Trix. September was around the corner, the Princess decided that the ponies could attend high school in Pawtropolis after a successful re-connection with the Unicorn Keys. Twilight was nervous..What would she study? Would the dogs be nice? Had Trix forgotten about her? Well it was the last week of summer..maybe she should enjoy this last day with her friends at the beautiful shores of the Unicorn Keys.

(One Week Later on Mysterious Island...At the stroke of Midnight.) Two figures dressed in rainbow cloaks crept into Canine Military School Theater. A smooth voice that could tackle any funk, rap or disco song broke the deadly silence.

"They are returning soon my darling..."

The larger figure that appeared to be some sort of horse like creature replied to the other."I know. And yet those boys have sunk the ships."

The four foot five bear who had spoken first in an ominous tone sighed in agreement. "Indeed even our greatest ally Amazon has fallen prey to the home grown hen."

The cloaked unicorn who was the bear's companion smiled wickedly, her brown eyes filled with sadistic excitement. "So then we are at war correct?"

The bear chuckled darkly."Yes we are baby."

The unicorn suppressed a squeal and asked in a monotone."Then it is time for Operation Battleship?"

The bear cackled as lightning flashed at random in the formerly clear summer air. "Let the shipping wars begin!"

The next morning... Sky,a green-eye border collie was Twilight's tour guide. The unicorn had requested one from the school. Twilight followed Sky through the busy courtyard.. "What's up with everypony at this school? They seem so...divided" Sky's ears perked up. "Well Sparkle we sorta have a caste system..Of course things got a little less hostile after Tundra's...passing." Sky finished uncomfortably.

Twilight felt a slight wave of anxiety..
"A caste system? Why would you want that?"

Sky shrugged. "Well it's just a subconscious factor of any high school. It's not like we're snobs or anything!"

Twilight tried not to snort with disdain. (Snobs yeah right!) "Why can't everpony be friends with everypony?"

Sky rolled her eyes. "They are! The lines are blurred more than ever! I was a freshmen and my mom's the guidance counselor. Now I'm a cheerleader with shy, wonderful boyfriend!" Sky sighed.
Then she smirked. "Speaking of which...see anything you like Sparkle?"

No sooner than Sky had asked did Twilight meet Trix's eyes across the courtyard.
The unicorn nearly melted on the spot. "Umm.."

Sky smiled. "Ahh track star Trix, nice choice! But that hottie's taken."

Twilight's thoughts raced in sync with her heart. (Trackstar? Hottie? TAKEN?!)
"By who?" She asked calmly.

"The cheerleader captain Maggie Mane." Sky said pointing to a sexy Russian Blue as she kissed Trix on the cheek. Trix blushed while his friends hooted.

Twilight felt her heart feed itself through a wood chipper as it dawned on her that Trix was no longer hers.
"Oh." She said in a small teary voice trying to hold it together.
Sky looked concerned and asked "Hey Sparkle you ok?"

Then across the courtyard Twilight saw Amazon kiss Maggie on both cheeks and put his arm around her.
"Wait why is Maggie walking to class with Amazon? Isn't she dating Trix?" the unicorn asked icily with narrowed eyes.
Sky barked a laugh. "Honey Amazon is Maggie's older brother! Ah Mr. Mane one of the hottest guys in school second only to his wrestling team co-captain Bruno Barkson!"

Twilight raised an eyebrow. Apparently Trix wasn't the only one with secrets.

Sky continued to spew gossip. " Bruno and I dated last year. But he broke with me because he didn't wanna hurt Brave's feelings. Bruno's special. But Brave and I are meant to be."
After the fresh heartbreak, Twilight cringed at every name that reminded her of Trix.
"Can we talk about something else? I don't know where my next class is. Would you show me?"

Sky glanced at the unicorn's schedule. The border collie lit up.
"Oh cool you've got Gym first! That's run by Bruno and Trix's dad! His name is John fyi! Just head to the center of campus! It's right smack in the middle. Well gotta fly! I've got art!"