The early morning sun was shining through the balcony window, shining warm rays throughout the princess's bedroom. Faint chirps of early birds sung throughout the heavens, a light breeze blowing their songs in different directions. A fine morning it was for an adventure.

Princess Twilight Sparkle grabbed her saddlebag and packed the essentials for her trip.

"Okay, map? Check. Tent? Check. Scrolls and quills? Check and check.", Twilight checked her list of gear, trotting about her room.

Spike was doing his best to help the alicorn pack, but she seemed to be fine without a helpful hand.

"What about this? Do you need that?", Spike asked, pointing to useless objects around the room. Twilight shrugged off his questions, too busy preparing the next step to her plan.

"I appreciate your help, Spike.", Twilight said, double-checking her list, "But I'm sure I have everything I need."

Spike hummed in response, his green eyes drifting off to a certain area of the princess's room. He flew over to the tall, dusty bookshelf, analyzing some of the old books that settled on the shelves. The dragon grabbed a few books and swooped over to his pony companion.

"Hey, Twilight! I found some books you might like on your trip!", Spike exclaimed.

Twilight looked over his selection. She sighed with annoyance.

"That's very kind of you but I wouldn't have time to read. I must stay focused on my mission to find the elements.", the pony said.

"Oh c'mon, Twi! Traveling is gonna get so boring after a while.", Spike said honestly, Twilight puffed her cheeks in offense, "I know you love books, so I thought you could read something along the way!"

The princess sighed, "Alright, Spike. You win. I'll take the books.", Spike smiled in response.

She levitated the old books into her saddlebag with her magic.


It was time for Twilight Sparkle to depart from her precious home.

She was headed beyond Canterlot. She was going to travel north through the mountains to get to her first stop.

Ponies gathered at the city square to wish their good byes. Twilight had her saddlebag strapped to her back, ready for the journey that awaited her. Spike was standing near her, eyes filled grief. She looked up at the sad dragon.

"It's going to be okay, Spike. You can always write to me if there is any problem.", the pony reassured him.

"I know, Twi. It's just that I'm gonna worry about you being out there. I'm gonna miss you!", Spike said, sadness lingering in his voice.

"I'll be fine. I'll be back in no ti-", Spike shoved her into a tight embrace. Twilight gasped at the sudden action, eyes wide.

"Hurry back.", He quietly said, releasing Twilight from his strong arms.

She gave a warm glance at the teenager. Twilight Sparkle turned her head to look at the citizens of her kingdom.

"Thank you, everypony.", Twilight said with a wistful smile, "I will return as soon as possible. But for now, I wish you all a farewell."

She began to walk away, confidence booming in her chest.

"Good luck, princess!", a voice from the crowd shouted.

"We'll see you soon! Hurry back!", another random voice called.

Just then, ponies began to cheer and wave farewells to their princess, shouting wishes of good fortune and happy travels.

A glimmer of hope shined in Twilight's eyes. She gave one more quick smile to the other ponies and Spike before dashing off on her quest.

She was on her way to the nearest element. She was one of the first ponies that Twilight Sparkle ever met when she first moved to Ponyville.

Twilight was on her way to find the Element of Honesty.


Author's Note: Hey! Sorry I haven't updated in a while! I've been busy with a lot of things. Sorry if this chapter was short! I got REALLY lazy with it. XP But I hope you liked it anyway! I know I don't have a lot but thanks for the reviews, favorites, and follows! And Happy Valentine's Day! 3