And we're back! If you weren't here before, the Shadowbolts had started their round, taking the competition by storm as the first two performers, Twilight Sparkle and Fluttershy, were able to earn both highs scores, possibly keeping themselves safe from elimination.
"Who is he talking to?" Twilight questioned her friends, who all just shrugged and turned back to get ready for their songs. Fluttershy meanwhile hid secretly from sight, holding her head after what was in her view a traumatizing experience.
Now we come to the second part of our time, getting two more of the new group to come on stage. Will they be safe from the wrath of their teammates? Let's go find out!
The original contestants still sat along the stands, conversing amongst themselves with virtually undetectable voices. "So," Bridgette started, glancing nervously between the two woman surrounding her, Lindsay and Beth. "What's it like for you guys to be back on the show?"
Lindsay's expression remained unreadable as she answered. "Honestly?" Bridgette nodded. "I only came back because my BFFF Borno went!" She snagged an arm around the smaller girl, who let out a weak smile. "Why did you come, Bracket?"
Bridgette sighed, mentally slamming a hand along her head. Still can't remember names.
"Chris said new contestants would come, and he wanted mentors to help them," Her hands curled into two fingers, which she pulled in and out sarcastically. "get used to his nice demeanor."
"You know I like these Loudspeakers. They can amplify my beautiful voice, and I can hear what other contestants are talking about!" Bridgette gulped, sinking downward as the rest of the contestants around her stared her right to the floor. "Yeah, next time you better remember those words. Alright, here comes our next performer on the Shadowbolts! But before we get there, I would like to announce that Confessionals are now open for use!"
Each contestant, including even Heather and Jo, had their face light up, then it turned dark as the tackled each other, desperately trying to get to the filthy outhouse first. "Oh, Confessionals aren't over there," Chris happily called, catching the attention of only a select few from the group.
"They're over in the new and improved backstage!"
CONFESSIONAL: COURTNEY
"I knew Chris would give us this opportunity the sometime. Causes more drama when he can reveal them live on national television. But I don't care, it just gets me more time to show people about what I can do!"
"Now, about those new girls. I don't trust them. Simple as that, I mean, their just too...nice. Especially the pink-haired one, she's the one that always backstabs you. Forget about the agreement, no matter what, they're all going home tonight."
CONFESSIONAL: IZZY
"YOU KNOW WHAT I THINK ABOUT MY NEW FRIEND? SHE'S AMAZING! I mean, we've already planned he best prank on Jo. Oh, but don't tell her! We're trying to keep it a secret!"
COBFESSIONAL: BRIDGETTE
"Geoff and I broke up after World Tour. I guess he just...changed after that time. I was told he wouldn't be coming back this season, but I suppose it was stupid for me to trust Chris. I think I won't be able to make it this time."
END CONFESSIONALS
Courtney smirked victoriously at the other teens while they grudgingly turned back, grumbling as they realized their time to be alone was now over. "Are you all ready for the next performance now?"
"Noo!" Most of the contestants groaned out, leaning their heads backwards at an extremely odd angle. A huff resounded out of the scratchy speaker. "Well too bad, I don't care. Here now, the amazing girl with awesomeness that surpasses anyone here," He paused for effect, not able to notice the looks of disregard for whoever came to even take a slight notice.
"Rainbow Dash!"
Said girl bounded onto stage, her smile cocky and crazy as she waved her hand on something invisible to anyone around. "Oh, lord she's doing air guitar." Noah muttered as he pressed a hand against his forehead, not able to face the reality of the cocky girl on stage.
Duncan however placed a thoughtful hand on his chin. "She could get good scores with that attitude." He mused. Courtney barked a laugh. "Oh," she challenged the punk.
"You mean like how you always win the challenges with your 'attitude'?" Duncan's face flushed a light red as others around him chuckled at the comeback.
CONFESSIONAL: DUNCAN
"Been two hours and I already hate Courtney again. Hey, all I was saying was that my team in the last season usually won because of me. Is that too hard to believe?! ...Stop laughing out there, you idiots!"
END CONFESSIONALS
Rainbow cocked a smile as the music started a beat, catching a guitar that seemingly flew out of nowhere. She rocked her head to the hey's, hair flying wild.
Awesome as I wanna be!
The hey's returned, the girl now strumming her guitar with a mad tune. Some contestants titled their head in confusion at the background voices. They seemed...annoyed?
Awesome as I wanna be!
Rainbow slammed down on the strings, many in the Peanut Gallery gripping their ears to block the resounding noise.
First you see me ridin' on a Sonic Boom,
Got my guitar, shreddin' up the latest tune!
There is nothing you can do, to beat me,
I'm so cool that you can't defeat me!
"She's like a girl version of you, man!" Geoff yelled over the booming music. The punk glared as he raised a fist in the man's direction. "Alright fine, be that way." Geoff spoke again when the beats sped up.
I'm awesome!
Rainbow struck a pose, strumming her guitar in delight.
Take caution!
The lights shut out, coming back with Rainbow in a new position, this one with her leaning backwards. She slightly glared at the watchers, intimidating a few.
Watch out for me, I'm awesome as I wanna be!
"Yeah!" Rainbow screamed.
I'm awesome!
Take caution!
Her ego swelled as she spotted many of the group beating their heads lightly to the rock beat. Knew it. Her mind whirled. She surprised them all by placing the guitar on her back, not missing a single note.
Watch out for me,
I'm awesome as I wanna be!
She switched to a solo, tongue rolling out as she easily shut her eyes and continued. Heather raised a brow as she watched, but her arms stayed entangled.
CONFESSIONAL: HEATHER
"Fine, I admit it. She's pretty good. But not enough to come close to me."
END CONFESSIONALS
The guitar cords continued, Rainbow's joy increasing with every hit on the strings. She moved every which way, doing ridiculous poses to the group. "Weird." Noah grumbled as he looked anywhere but the stage.
"Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey!" Rainbow cried, then pointed to the group, indicating for them to do the last one. "Nope!" Jo pushed back, the others nodding.
Rainbow ignored them, holding a hand in front.
Step aside, now, you're just gettin' in my way
"Hey!" Bridgette said, the slightest bit offended.
I got sick chops, you can never hope to play
When it comes to makin' music I'm a grueler
"Not a word!" Courtney interrupted. Her mouth snapped shut at the glares she received. Duncan laughed at her misfortune.
You wish you could be 20% cooler!
"Where have I heard that?" Lightning wondered.
Yeah, I'm awesome!
Take caution!
Watch out for me,
I'm awesome as I wanna be!
"Sure..." Noah sarcastically remarked.
Yeah, I'm awesome!
Take caution!
Heather snorted. "From you?" She yelped when someone slapped the back of her head.
Watch out for me,
I'm awesome as I wanna be!
Rainbow Dash slammed her fist down on the final cord, the sound reverberating throughout the area as she lightly heaved. Sweat beaded her forehead. Not a single contestant spoke.
"Well..." Chris' voice held the hint of confusion. "That was interesting, I'll tell you that. Reminds me of a song I'll want to sing one day."
Rainbow's eyes narrowed. "My song." She growled, raising her guitar in the direction of the speaker. The recognizable sound of a gulp filled their ears. "Got it." Chris announced as he cleared his throat.
"For that unforgettable performance,"
"No kidding," Duncan murmured, rubbing his ears madly. "I can't get it out of my head now." He froze as the ear-raping bullhorn noise that crashed into his hearing, along with everyone else's.
"Quiet." Chris warned. "I'll be giving that song a 7/10." Rainbow couldn't diminish the angered expression she now wore. "What?!" She nearly shrieked, waving her arms angrily. "The movements were a bit much. Next!"
Rainbow started to stalk off, but ended with a scream as a tight rope latched around her waist, pulling her away as quickly as possible. "Moving on," Chris continued as if nothing had occurred. "We have our favorite pink party girl next! Can you guess?"
Izzy excitedly raised her hand. "Yes?" Chris groaned, dreading response. "Is it my friend?" Izzy yelled out, eyes wild.
Pinkie bounded our, making the orange-haired girl squeal with joy. LeShawna doubled back, covering her ears with all her might. "You guessed me, Iz!" She still heard the singer giggle. "And now I get to sing for you! How fun is that?"
"Pinkie, please." Chris countered, making the girl pause. Her cheeks turned bright pink. "Oh, can I say hi to my friends in the gallery?"
"N-" Pinkie shot away. "Hi!" She said, making all but Izzy scoot back. "Nice to meet you!" She moved up to Lindsay, who obliviously shook her hand. "You're my new friend." Pinkie grabbed Noah's next. "And you are too!" She went to Zoey before he could remark.
"You too, Zoey!" The girl's eyes widened. "How do you know my name?" Pinkie had already vanished. She reappeared next to Duncan. "And yo-"
Duncan snapped a hand on her arm. "Are not your friend." He finished. Pinkie kept her composure as she laughed. "You act just like Cranky!" Duncan stared.
"All you need is to find your special somep-body!"
The punk's eyes widened, accompanied by the people around him.
CONFESSIONAL: GEOFF
"Snap, new girl just got herself a death wish. Duncan hates when people talk about his love life. She's pretty much doomed when her song is over."
END CONFESSIONALS
"Pinkie!" The party girl was back on stage. "Stop. We need to do your performance." Pinkie gasped.
"My song!" Almost spontaneously she picked a bright pink microphone from her hair, the three balloons on her shirt engraved on the instrument. "I'm ready, Chef-man!" She called out. "Never call me that again, crazy!" Was all she received as a reply.
"Ok!" Her voice cracked. The music began. She held he mic up to her mouth and grinned, others creeped out by how wide and flashy her teeth were.
My name is Pinkie Pie
"Hello!" She cheered out to the others. No one responded.
And I am here to say
"How ya doing?" She asked.
I'm gonna make you smile,
And I will brighten up your day!
Izzy was clapping wildly, helping her friend as the others wouldn't. Lindsay smiled as well, wrapping an arm around Beth.
It doesn't matter now
"What's up?" She inquired. "Nothing." Heather deadpanned. She jumped off the stage, the music not stopping as she watched Heather.
If you are sad or blue
She bopped Heather on the nose, the woman surprised by the action. "Howdy!" She released a warm smile.
'Cause cheering up my friends,
Pinkie froze, her arms flying into the air. Many felt weird smiling at the little pose. LeShawna laughed, soon after slapping a hand over her mouth.
Is just what Pinkie's here to do!
'Cause I love to see you smile, smile, smile
Pinkie's hopes grew at the grins on the audience that had started to form just a bit ago. She even heard the murmurs of her friends behind the curtains too!
Yes I do
She gripped her heart, staring up into the sky.
It fills my heart with sunshine all the while,
Yes it does!
Duncan snarled at the display. "Get me out of here!" He spoke, not at all amused. Pinkie's smile turned to a frown for a split second, but came back as she saw the others.
'Cause all I really need's a smile, smile, smile
From these happy friends of mine!
Her voice faded, but she smiled nonetheless.
I like to see you grin
"Awesome!" She punched Brick softly on the shoulder, the man taking it as sign of happiness. His grin turned to a full smile. Courtney huffed beside him, punching him for real. "Ow." He said absentmindedly.
I love to see you beam
Pinkie hugged Beth tightly, the girl wheezing for breath. "Rock on!" She winked, shooting away. Beth waved goodbye.
The corners of your mouth turned up,
She pulled Alejandro's lips upward, the man slapping her fingers away and scowling.
Is always Pinkie's dream!
"Fist Bump?" She requested to Trent, who happily obliged.
But if you're kind of worried,
She stopped by Scott, whose dark eyes looked away.
And you face is made a frown
She tilted the guy's face to hers, her smile warm. Scott took a moment but gingerly grinned back, surprising all around.
CONFESSIONAL: SCOTT
"...You saw nothing."
END CONFESSIONALS
I'll work real hard and do my best
To turn that sad frown upside down!
'Cause I love to make you, grin, grin, grin
Pinkie eagerly touched her hand on Owen, Harold, and DJ's heads, each gaining looks of annoyance before they morphed into one's of joy.
Yes I do
Pinkie leaped, confetti bursting all around as she gleamed.
Bust it out from ear to ear,
Let it begin
She twirled, Izzy desperately wanting to join in on the fun.
Just give me that joyful grin, grin, grin
And you fill me with good cheer
The music slowed to a sluggish crawl as Pinkie paused, staring down sadly. Most of the Peanut Gallery leaned in expectantly, confused on how the cheerful girl was so upset. It seemed to them like her body became an eerie blue.
It's true some days are dark and lonely
"My life." Cameron muttered.
And maybe you feel sad
Courtney whipped away, a feeling of pain piling up in her stomach.
But Pinkie will be there to show you that it isn't that bad!
There is one thing that makes me happy,
And makes my whole life worthwhile!
"Cake!" Izzy asked, squinting as Pinkie Pie shook her head, giggling.
And that's when I talk to my friends and get them to smile!
"Yeah, that's gonna work so well for you." Courtney glowered, but unnoticed to anyone a hint of a smile played along her lips.
I really am so happy
Your smile fills me with glee!
Lindsay's smile was gigantic. "Have this!" She said through clenched teeth.
I give a smile, I get a smile
And that's so special to me!
'Cause I love to see you beam, beam, beam
"Yes I do!" Pinkie now spoke.
Tell me what more can I say to make you see,
That I do!
It makes me happy when you beam, beam, beam
Yes, it always makes my day!
Come on, everybody, Smile, smile, smile
Most agreed to the request, grinning or just plain laughing out loud without a care.
Fill my heart up with Sunshine, sunshine
Come on, everybody Smile, smile, smile
From these happy friends of mine!
"Not happy." Heather griped, Duncan nodding his head in agreement. They were completely ignored by the rest. Pinkie snapped, and new voices began to appear in the background. They sounded to be just as joyful as the pink-haired girl.
Come on everybody
Smile, smile, smile
Fill my heart up with Sunshine, sunshine
Duncan snickered. "Am I allowed the choice not to help?" He questioned rudely. Zoey's eyes hardened as she slapped the man, sending him sprawling in the ground.
Come on everybody
Smile, smile, smile
Fill my heart up with
The tune enlarged in volume, indicating it was the closing notes.
Smile, smile
Smile, smile
Smillleeeeee
Come on and smile
Come on and-
"Smile!" Pinkie gleefully called out, watching the annoyed Duncan eye-to-eye. The silence was deafening as the music faded and the girl waited for the welcoming expression from the punk.
Well, I guess we're going to have a third part. But no going after that! I have to keep this story on the road without any crashes.
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