Andrew came to a screeching halt in the gym. "This is the spot," he said, "and the aura's just the same as last time. I know it but from where?" Andrew knelt where the residue was strongest. "Asta-coro, makana sar." he muttered. Sombra, realizing the incantation, waited for Andrew to come out of his trance. Five minutes later, the boy stood. "It's sealed." he said. "And now I have an idea who's trying to escape."
"Who?" Sombra asked.
"Later, Swimming is up next and personally, I don't want to miss Twilight in a swimsuit." Smirking, Sombra followed the boy out. "Report to the Rainbooms. We promised to keep them in the loop." Sombra started moving.
...
"So that's what your shaped like." Andrew teased, seeing Twilight in her one-piece swimsuit with the three stars. Twilight rubbed her head with an embarrassed blush. "But seriously, you look great." Andrew patted the self-conscious girl on the back. "And remember, win or lose, you'll always have my favor." Andrew left to meet with the others.
"Wow," Lightning said, coming out in her own one-piece with her usual lightning bolt and stars on the front. "He's got it for you bad."
"No way." Twilight said, her blush deepening, "We're just friends. Andrew hates any sort of romantic relationship. He wouldn't even listen if I asked him out."
"Ever tried?"
"No, but I know him well enough. Since middle school he's stood up for me." Twilight did let her mind wander to a date with Andrew. Sitting under the setting sun, in the park, just the two of them.
Andrew, who had stayed within earshot of their conversation, smiled at the thought of him and Twilight. "Maybe someday." he whispered. Andrew walked off, a similar image of Twilight's fantasy appearing in his head.
...
"The Swimming event will now begin." Discord announced. "With Crystal Prep leading at 2 to 1, this is Canderlot High's chance to catch up. The rules are simple, First one to make it three laps wins. No contact with other competitors if you can avoid it, and have fun." Discord stood at the far end of the long rectangular pool holding a flag. "On your mark, get set, GO!" he waved the flag and each kicked off. Rainbow and Lightning were neck at neck, Sunset and Twilight just behind, and the rest trailing.
"My, my, look at them go." Sombra muttered, taking his seat by Andrew. "Lightning has got this in the bag."
"Don't be so sure." Andrew said, "Rainbow Dash is just as athletic as Lightning, it will all come down to who wants it more."
"Are you saying those two are evenly matched?"
"That's exactly what I'm saying. Canderlot High has shaped up this year. They may even give me a run for my money in the cycle ride next. Sugar may be there too, but she's mediocre at best. She would lose to any of these students." Andrew said, never taking his eyes off the pool. Twilight was catching up to the others. Lightning was going strong as Rainbow began to tire. Both the boys in the stands felt it. "Let's move." Andrew leapt out of his seat, Sombra on his heels.
The portal opened in the middle as soon as the students had completed the lap. Water flowed into the hole and out of the pool. "This is no good." Discord said, moving to help. Andrew beat him too it. He wrapped his arms around both Lightning and Twilight's waists, put them just outside the pool, and moved to help the rest. After the two had finished, Andrew did a head count. "They're all here." Andrew informed Celestia and Discord as they came up.
"Andrew, there's one missing." Sombra called, pointing to the pool. Gilda had gotten swept up and only now resurfaced. Sombra closed his eyes and held out his hand. Clearly focusing, he suddenly pulled it to the sky. The black crystals came in just enough time. The bully fumbled onto the first and ran the whole of the path that had been created. "That's all." he said before stumbling.
"Sombra!" Lightning said, catching the falling boy. Andrew appeared next to them and began muttering.
"He's fine." Andrew determined, "Just exhausted." I had no idea he could do that. he thought. Not only that, he used it to help someone. Maybe he has changed.
...
Andrew stood at the bottom of the pool, "It doesn't make any sense. How could he have that much power."
"How could who have that much power?" Sunset asked from the rim.
"I think he means me." a voice from above them made Andrew look up. Hovering above them was a boy with blonde hair, red armor, and blue framed glasses.
"Matt." Andrew hissed. "Been a while Brain Bug." he said, flying to eye level with him.
"You know not to call me that." Matt hissed. "But to think I have this kind of power is giving me a lot of credit, big brother."
"BROTHER?" the Rainbooms, Lightning, and Twilight all yelled.
"Twi, you knew about him." Andrew called back down.
"Oh yeah."
"Who's this Andrew?" Matt asked. "A new slave? Has this dimension fallen to the great King of the Night?"
"King of the..." Sunset trailed off.
"I've changed. I'm in a much better place now. I even have a small pack." Andrew hissed at his brother.
"A pack?" Matt laughed. "Andrew you don't run with a pack. Your a lone wolf, remember?"
"Tell that to Lightning Dust, Twilight Sparkle, and Sombra Darkcrystal." Andrew replied, glancing at the others. "Lightning! Get Twilight and the Rainbooms far away from here. Keep an eye on Twi." Lightning nodded and all of the girls left.
"Sending your pals out so you can have all the fun?" Matt mocked.
"No, just so I don't have to hold back." Andrew replied, slashing at Matt and calling "Wolf Talon!"
This isn't going to be a long story because there's something else I want to start work on. Please no flames!
