After Christmas break was over they went back to school. Gunner Luckily survived Apollo after kissing Silver on new year's. They decided to start dating and now returned to the academy as a couple. But even if they were together and making each other happy, that didn't make training get any easier. They went on dates whenever they had time but often it was just lunch and dinner together. Sometimes sneaking of to a broom closet or the locker rooms at night.

They did get caught a few times and then Silver would get a visit from her father who would lecture her on bird and bees and all of that. Also telling her to be careful. Not only did he not want her to get kicked out of the academy. But he didn't want her heart to break. These were moments where Apollo would wish his wife was still there. He didn't understand how mare's think so didn't really know how to give Silver advise. But he still tried and Silver saw that. She did her best to make her father worry less and let him know how thankful she is, and how much she loves him too.

At this time in the year a lot of students who had underestimated the training had dropped out. Their class started with 30 ponies and now there were only 10 left. And the final was in a month or two. Silver was training twice as hard not wanting to fail. Even if they were allowed to retake the tests she was determined to pass them all. Not only did they have the physical test but also the mental tests. Being a guard and seeing all the darkness that lurks in the streets of Equestria. It can take a heavy toll on your mind, so they have to make sure you can handle it.

Not only were the test coming up. But also the prom. Right after the test there was the prom. Silver had seen the posters around school but hadn't paid much mind to it. Last time she was exited for an event like that it didn't end that well. Plus she remembered Gunner not being a big fan of these things either. So that and all the time that had passed without him asking her… she was pretty sure that she wasn't going.

That evening after training a while she was on her way to her dorm to find gunner sitting on the steps to the entrance. Mumbling to himself like he was rehearsing a speech. "Gunner? What are you doing here?" She asked with a raised brow. His head jerked up as she spoke and he quickly stood up. "Oh umm Silver… Well we have been dating for a little while now. And I know it isn't really my thing. But I would love to spent more time with you. You know like an actual real, romantic date. So I was wondering" His horn glowed softly with a reddish aura as he used is magic to raise up a dark blue lily. His eyes locking with hers "Would you go to prom with me?"

A smile crept on Silvers face as she was presented with the flower. She was surprised but so happy… Finally able to move she nodded and gave him his answer before letting their lips lock. Whilst they kissed he used his magic to place the flower in her mane. A soft smile on his face as they pulled back "alright I'll pick you up at 8 then~" He said before leaving. Silver walked to her dorm feeling as if she was floating through clouds. But then a realization hit her. She didn't have a dress!

After explaining to her room mates what had happed they quickly shushed her. Knowing exactly what to do. After the last test they still had a few days till the prom so they could go shopping and find the perfect gown for everypony! It's funny how time seems to fly when you have deadlines. Silver tried her best to make good use of every single minute but still often found herself short on time. Tests came and went and her stress level rose and fell. Her eyes now looking at her calendar. Crossing out the day of the last test with a smile on her face.

They were finally over! Now all they had to do was wait for the results that would come by mail. But there was no time to think about that! As Silver was pulled away from her thoughts by her friends yelling to hurry up. They headed into town and visited every single shop and boutique. She was about to give up hope that she would find anything that would look good on her. Then out of the corner of her eye, she spotted it…. It was perfect!

The evening on the prom was there. Sooner than expected. The mares were running around the building trying to get ready as the clock kept ticking on. Then it finally struck 8 pm. Gunner already outside pacing back and forth. His head popping up every time he heard the door open but not having seen Silver yet… Maybe she changed her mind… she did say she didn't like fancy events… As the sound of the door opening hit his ears again he looked up. Prepared to sigh again but this time his breath got stuck in his throat. Before him stood Silver. Usually having her mane pulled back in a ponytail now with loose curls and a golden diadem. Her eyelids decorated by green and blue eyeshadow a hint of blush on her cheeks. A long celestial themed dress flowing down her body.

He stood there in awe for a good few minutes before Silver waved her hoof in front of his face calling out his name softly. "Gunner? Are you okay?" shaking his head he finally snapped out of it and grabbed a hold of her hoof planting a soft kiss onto it. "Yes I'm fine and you my dear… are simply breathtaking" She looked away blushing shyly. Gunner held out his arm for her which she gladly accepted heading to the prom with him.

They had some punch, some snacks, did some dancing and enjoyed every second of the evening.

Having so much fun they forgot to realize. That their time together was coming to an end…