Teleporting to the the library both Dusk and Spike looked around. The party gores left their space a mess but,that was Dusk lest concern as and his went looking where his books were packed. Ravaging through the several books Dusk and his assistant found the book they were looking for. When Dusk went to research Spike went to his cot to sleep after a long night. Flipping though pages Dusk Managed to find more information about the Elements of Harmony. It there that read the elements were in an old castle at the heart of the Ever Free Forest. That's where I need to go he told himself. But before leaving he saw assistant Spike sleeping,knowing what would possibly happen if entered the forbidden woods and faced Nightmare Moon. Dusk decided to take and write a letter telling his adopted sibling to send the letter to his sister at a certain time if he didn't come back. After writing Took one last look of his imp brother and said. Farewell Spike if I don't come back,I want you to know you were a good little brother and assistant, despite my short temper and reclusive nature. With that Dusk Staff glowed up and teleported away. A few moments later the sound of glass from a window could be heard breaking but,the sound didn't awoke the voice of Rainbow Dash was heard saying as flew down. Alright come out from wherever your hiding. I know that you know about the evil night goddess. Rainbow calm Jack scolded her. And besides I already told you he saved you. If he really was with Nightmare Moon why would he bother saving your butt? Dash was silent on this. And was it necessary to crash into his window? I was trying to make an entrance. She told her. Slightly annoyed by this but Rarity grew even more disgusted when she saw how Dusks living room was all messy. How did this all happen? She wondered. Oh I threw a surprise party for Dusk but,he told he didn't like parties though. Well I've searched the whole house he isn't here. Said Rainbow. Than where is he? Asked Rarity looking Apple Jack. How should I know? I only met him once when came to my family's farm to inspect the food we were serving. Well. Maybe he knows Rainbow said pointing at Spike still sleeping. Let's wake him up and see if…No let him sleep. Said Fluttershy already in the library. Than how are going to… Before Rainbow could finish her sentence Fluttershy told her and the others about a letter she found. It's address to Spike. Well what does it say? Rainbow asked before grabbing the scroll. Dear Gleaming Shield. Who's she? Asked Rarity. Well read with me and we'll find out? Told Rainbow as all read together. Dear Gleaming Shield this from your little brother Dusk,guess I was right all along about warning you and Celestia about the coming of Nightmare Moon. Well if have received this letter I'm probably already dead for I have gone and searched for the Elements of Harmony. What are the Elements of Harmony? Asked Rainbow. Well let's continue readin and will find out. Apple Jack told her. In a book that I read the Elements of Harmony are what defeated Nightmare Moon,long ago when Celestia encountered her. They are in the old castle in the heart of the Ever Free Forest. Wait. Said Rainbow. The Ever Free Forest? The place where all unnatural exist? That's where he said A.J told her. They were and I think that's where he's heading. But there's more. As for my little visit in Ponyville dear sister is that most if not all of these residence are nuts especially the woman and the five that I met. Two of them only seem to only care about my position to the princess. They don't seem care of the hard ships I had to go through to get that position and,the hard ships of maintaining such position. Also one of them poured rain water on me, and anther hosted an unwanted party when I got to the library. Which just makes me ever so happy I don't have to come back to this town like this ever again. However I did meet a girl named Fluttershy who I have to say is one the sane residence in this town. Anyway again if your reading this I'm probably already gone, consumed by the darkness. Which is why I want you Celestia and Prince Miaroré to take care of Spike.I know he'll be good in your care sincerely your little brother Dusk. Fluttershy teared up after reading the letter but she managed to hold herself. After reading all the looked at each other and A.J stood and said. Well girls now we know where he's headed. In the Ever Free Forest?! That boy is not right in the head. Said voice of Pear Butter. Ma? What are you doing here? I saw you and the girls running together I came to see what's going on? Well I'm not sure about the other girls, I came here to see if Dusk had a plan to stop Nightmare Moon. As it turns out as you over heard he heading to that old castle trying to get something that's the Elements of Harmony. So…. Uh…. A.J tried to say to her mother. But her mother gave her a hug and told her. Just promise you'll be back in one piece. With a smile the oldest daughter of Sweet Apple Acres said. You have my word. And will bring back Dusky too. Said Pinkie. Well may you girls be well. Pear Butter told them. Your that boys life boat. Eve body ready? Asked Rarity as she got out her wand. Ready. Said Apple Jack. I'm ready. Told Pinkie. Come on let's kick some Nightmare butt. Rainbow proudly said. Ummm ready Fluttershy said softly. Aright. Rarity said as weaved her wand. In moments the 6 girls were gone. With that Pear Butter prayed that everything will turn out right in end of all this. As she was about exit she saw Spike sleeping his cot and the letter. And she realized the library was mess as she looked around began to clean up.
Trudging though the forest Dusk was getting closer to his destination, but being alone he had to keep his guard up. Because like a lot of people he knew the Ever Free Forest was a place of unnatural and dangerous beats. This made Dusk briefly think of what Lyra was telling him and Spike earlier but he had to press on. Coming to river that was obvious too dangerous plus Celestia student didn't like the idea of facing Celestia nemesis all soaking wet. Which made him think of Rainbow what she did to him. With no other options and his magical capabilities Dusk teleported form one side of the river to the other. Simple. He told himself. While walking away and still thinking he will able to face Nightmare Moon with no distraction he heard a loud fellowed by screams of familiar voices. Oh no. Dusk thought. As he silently walked back to the river and hid behind some trees and,saw what concluded his suspicions. He saw Rarity on the part of the river he teleported on along with Apple but Fluttershy,Pinkie,and Rainbow Dash weren't as fortunate as when they teleported. Help! Help! Cried The three girls as they were being swept by the river. Hang on. Said A.J as she to rescue them. Hold dearie I can fix this. Rarity told her as she weaved her wand. With that the three girls levitated up into the air and on to dry land. Rushing to where they were. Apple Jack asked them. Is everybody okay. Is anyone hurt. Silent at first but Rainbow,Pinkie,and Futtershy said they were not hurt. Nice teleporting. Rainbow sarcastically remarked. Sorry Rarity said with an apologetic smile. It's been a long time since I've used my wand so my magic is a bit off. Seeing them again annoyed Dusk seeing a shrub he took some dandelion and placed it in his ear. As approached the girls. Feeling a twitch in her hair. Pinkie said. Hey Dusk is nearby. Really? Asked a Rarity how can…. Before she could finished the sentence. A pair of hands grabbed her, and the next thing Rarity knew her face was being pushed into the river by someone she couldn't see. But she could hear the voice of Rainbow Dash saying. Let's see how you like it. Rainbow! Apple Jack scolded. Leave her alone. Yes please Rainbow. Fluttershy's pleaded. Without anther word Rainbow let her go as Rarity stood up with and her face and her hair partially wet. Rainbow! Rarity yelled what in Celestia is wrong with you?! You rein my eye liner and my hair.. Hey! Pinkie shouted. It's Dusk. As they all saw him walking towards them. Well thank Celestia. A,J said. What are all doing here? Dusk ask. We're here to lend a helping hand. Said Pinkie. Yes. Complied Rarity. We're here to deal with that vile night princess who ever she is. Looking at Rarity with her wet moist skin Dusk was entranced until he shook his head. With small smile Rarity thought. So I'm attractive to him when I'm wet. I should remember this. I don't need help. Dusk sternly the 5 girls. Now don't be like. A.J told him. We gonna fight together. Pinkie said in her usual fun voice. Tapping his staff a sweet melody was heard. Do you hear that? Ask Rarity. You mean that unusual music that's coming form nowhere. Suddenly the girls started felling tired. Rarity was the first to fall to the ground sleeping. Than Rainbow, than Pinkie. It was that moment that Apple Jack and Fluttershy realized it was coming from Dusk's magic. Hey…. A.J said slowly falling asleep. Cut that out. Yes. Fluttershy begged. Let us help you… mr Dusk. As they both fell to ground sleeping and snoring. Now finally. He said. No more distractions as he left the girls alone in the forbidden words. Unknown to Dusk a figure in a hooded cloak was watching him. What fool to go off a own. The figure said in a female voice. He thinks he can defeat the evil of this nation alone. Looking at the girls the unknown figure disappeared into the now dark forest.