"Back at the library Dusk notice that all their party guests had left leaving somewhat of a big mess in their wake. But that was Dusks least concern. He found the boxes containing his books. Looking inside of each of the two he didn't know which one had the book he needed. Titled the Elements of Harmony. After 7 minutes of searching Spike found the book and than went sleep in his cot. While Dusk focused on reading up of what he needed to know. The Everyfree forest. He mumbled. Ah here it is. He said to himself. The castle of the two sisters. That's where I need to go. Before he left he took one last look of his assistant Spike sleeping peacefully. With that Dusk decided to write a letter to his brother in Cantorlot after finishing. He left a small note for spike to mail it at time if didn't come back. Oh Spike. He said in whisper. You were always were a good assistant and brother despite my short temper and neglect.I hope I'll see you again. If not may my brother and Candence take good care of you. After saying his goodbyes Dusk lifted his staff and vanished once more. After that the front door opened. Revealing it to be Pinkie Pie as she went in. This is it. She said. Behind her Rareity and Applejack also came in. Are you sure this the place? Apple Jack asked Her. Of course. Replied Pinky . This is where I had that super secret surprise party for him. Are you sure he wanted that? Because I had him over my family reunion and he almost caused an upstir. But of course I did unfairly thought he was one them flirty boys trying to seduce me. Heavens! Said Rarity. This place is a mess. Soon after the sound of broken glass was heard. It was Rainbow Dash as both A.J and Rarity saw her. Alright where is he? She demanded. Come on out,are you one of her spies? As she looked around for Dusk. I don't believe he's here. Rarity said to her. And if he was a spy. She added. Why would he bother saving your life? Yeah! Applejack agreed. Rainbow was silent. But saw Spike sleeping. Maybe he knows. She pointed to the little imp. When she about to wake him. They all heard Fluttershy say. No let him Sleep. As all three girls looked to where she was standin near a small table. Than how are going to find out where that other guy went off to? Asked Rainbow. Simple. Fluttershy said. It's right here on this letter. As all five of them looked to see what Dusk wrote. Dear Shining Armor this is your brother.I've been sent by the princess to over see the preparations for the festival in Ponyville. But the people in this town are nuts especially four of out the five girls I met. One of them attacked me with a Bucket of apples,anther one crashed into me, anther one has an unnatural obsession with me, and anther one invaded my house and I nearly got poisoned by hot sauce I guess the only good of these 5 girls I met today was one named Fluttershy who was in charge of the music. Ah that's nice of him. Fluttershy said. With the 2 other girls looking at her with annoyance which she notice. Continuing their reading they read .I need you to take care of Spike as I will be heading into the Everfree forest to find the Eements of Harmony, the only thing that can stop Nightmare Moon. According to one my books they are hidden inside the Castle of the Two Sisters. And I'm not sure if I'll ever make out,but I'll do anything it takes to protect the princess and Equestria. And if you gotten this by the time Spike has sent it out Im probably already dead. Again please watch over Spike. As i know he'll be Greatly taken care of in your care. Sincerely your loving younger brother Dusk Shine. Aww Fluttershy cried. He wants his older brother to take care of his little helper. Yeah but I'm more concern of him going into Everfree forest. Said Apple Jack. Especially since he's alone and were now in eternal night. Yes I agree. Said Rarity. That forest is teaming with all sorts monsters that can harm him. Yeah but how are we going to get there? And what are the Elements of Harmony? Asked Rainbow. It doesn't matter what they are at this time. Replied Rarity. As she took a magical wand from her waist. What matters now is that we must help Dusk in anyway we can,and I'll teleport us all there. As she weaved it around and soon they all vanished. After this spike woken up and saw the front door opened he looked around and said. Is their somebody here? He asked. But got no answer. Big bro?
The Everfree forest a place of the most unnatural in all of Equstra a place only a few had dared to enter. As Dusk walked he knew he had to be careful or as the forest was teeming with wild beasts. He also remembered what Lyra said to him. There's a mysterious traveler that lives there. Minutes passed as he soon came upon a river too treacherous too swim,as if he wanted to get his clothes wet when fighting nightmare moon. So with his magic abilities Dusk teleported again and he was now on the other side but before he could proceed though. He heard a load splash and screaming from behind. He turned and saw to his surprise and shock,it was the 5 girls he met. Being dragged down the river. Using his magic staff he managed to levitate them out of the water. Checking on them he said. What's going? Pinky Pie. Weaved found you. She said putting her wet arms on him in tight hug. He managed to pull himself free off her as he saw the others with their clothes all socked. Nice teleporting. Rainbow said sarcastically. Sorry girls. Apologized Rarity. Guess my magic is not as accurate as I rarely used my wand. Wand? Dusk said. So you have magical abilities too? Asked Dusk when she pulled her hair off her face. Rarity responded. Yes. And it was that at first glance did Dusk find Rarity attractive the water running down her glistening skin as moon light reflected upon it. Dear are you ok? With that Dusk shook himself out of his fantasy. With a more stern face he asked. What are you all doing her? Were here to help. Said Rainbow. I don't need your help. Dusk told them as he turned around. Now don't be like. Apple Jack said. We're all in this together. Noticing a shrub Dusk put two pieces of dandelion in his ears. Hey why doing that? Asked Rainbow Dash. You don't want listen to us no more? Without saying a word Dusk taped his staff and suddenly the girls started to hear a sound after which one by one the girls started to pass out. The first was Rainbow, the second Rarity, the third was Pinky Pie, the fourth was Fluttershy,but before she was about to pass out she uttered. Please..Mr Dusk we only want to help. Yeah. Said an exhausted Apple Jack as she gripped his coat resisting his spell,looking up Dusk used his magic to rip apart a small tree branch and waked A.J in the head with it knocking her out cold. This task is mine. Dusk said to them. And I'll complete it even if I have too sacrifice my own life. As he left them. But was unaware of the cloaked figure watching him. So proud his pride is yet so foolish.. As the mysterious figure vanished into the shadows.
"Back in Ponyville Spike was searching for anybody who knew the location of the Forest as he had read the note that Dusk left for him to send to his brother in Canterlot. Hey It's you. Said a familiar little girls voice. Spike turned to see it was Apple Bloom. Wearing her usual attire of of a yellow shirt blue overalls, brown work shoes,and a bright red bow on her deep red hair. What's going on? She said to him. It's nearly 10 am but it looks like midnight out here. Plus my sister is gone and I'm worried about her. Apple Bloom! Said the voice of a anther little girl. Turning both Spike and Apple Bloom saw two girls coming towards them. Oh Spike Apple Bloom told him. These are my friends. This is… She introduced. Scootaloo. A small girl with Violet hair, wearing an orange shirt, with a white sweater underneath and blue shorts. What's up. She said. And this is Sweetie Bell. Apple Bloom introduce spike to her second friend. Looking at her Spike noted she was more formal looking wearing with a dress that matched her hair which was a mix of purple and light purple with pink streak and light purple shoes. Hi. Sweetie. Said to him. Taking a closer look she said. Your cute. Making him blush. There something odd about this girl. Spike thought she bears a strong resemblance to Rarity. This is highly unusual. Said scootalooo. Is this going to last forever? She asked Apple Bloom. I have no idea. She replied. My sister has gone missing. Said Sweetie Bell. I know mines gone too. A.B told her. Is your sister Rarity? Spike asked Sweetie. Why yes. She said. But… how'd you know. You two share a strong resemblance. I met here along with my brother long before the ceremony. You have a brother? Sweetie asked him. Well… an adopted brother. I met him. Said Apple Bloom. He came to my Apple family reunion. And I saw him disappear with you after and Nightmare Moon vanished. We went the library. Spike answered. We were looking for a book called the Elements of harmony. But soon after that I fell asleep,and was awoken by a noise. I saw a note for me to send to his older brother in Canterlot. Just in case if he never came back from a place he called the Everfree Forest. THE EVERFREE FOREST! The three girls said in horror. You've heard of it? Spike said to them. Heard of it that's the most haunted place in Equestria. Said. Apple Bloom. Legends says that their are monsters that live in those woods. Said Scootalooo. Or.. Sweetie Belle continued. Anyone who enters those woods especially at night,will disappear forever. Forever! Spike said. Oh no. Worried Spike. I wish I could've seen him before he left. Don't worry. Bloom with us together will get him back. Ughh I don't think going dark haunted forest is a good idea. Spike said to them. Eeyup. Said a dark figure who came into the light. Big Mac? Apple Bloom. Said surprised. Just than anther figure came out. Which she said. Granny? I think it's time you kids got back to your parents I'm sure their worried about you. As Sootlalooo and Sweetie Bell left but before walking away she said to the green hair imp. See you later cutie. As she gave a little laugh. Spike just blushed again at this. Came Apple. Said Granny Smith. It's not good for a child to be out in the dark alone. With little hesitance Apple Bloom obeyed her grandmother. And Spike. She said to the imp. I are you gonna be okay? You can come with us if you want. She said to him. Well… Said Spike I have go back to the library and mail a latter. Okay But take care of yourself now. As they went their separate ways.