Spike the young dragon walked past several cottages that were part of the great and happy Ponyville. The reason he liked to walk around the town was it really helped keep some of the extra work Twilight had for him at the library off him for a while.

As he was walking, he saw that he was walking past the school that he knew was where the three cutie mark crusaders went to for school. He saw an older mare pacing back and forth in front of the school in what seemed like nervousness. He narrowed his eyes and recognized it as Miss Cheerilee, the teacher for the school.

Spike walked up the path and seemed to surprise the pony as she jumped a little from seeing him suddenly behind her. “Hi miss Cheerilee, what's wrong?” Spike was curious to see what could make her so nervous about.

“Oh Spike it's nothing. It's just that....I was going to talk to the class about the dragons, only I realized that there are hardly any dragons around.” replied Cheerilee who quickly got a smile on her face as she instantly came up with an idea. “Spike, do you think you could come in and tell the class about dragons? I know it sounds so sudden, but I would really appreciate it.”

Spike placed one of his claws on his chin in thought. He did have some time before he had to go home and do the daily chores. Plus, it would be nice to tell a little about himself. “Alright miss Cheerilee, I’ll do it.”

“Oh, thank you Spike!” Cheerilee quickly rushed into the classroom and gathered everyone’s attention. “Class, I am pleased to announce that we will be learning about dragons from our own residential dragon. Spike.” Cheerilee stepped away from the podium and presented it to Spike who stood behind it in nervousness. He was nervous as he wanted to make sure the young fillies didn't take anything he says out of context.

He saw near the middle of the row the cutie mark crusaders, who were a little shocked but silently cheered him on. That helped a lot.

“Any questions about dragons?” Spike was curious to see what they wanted to know first and saw Applebloom raise her hoof up first. “Yes, Applebloom.”

“I'm curious about what dragons eat.”

“Well, most dragons are known to be carnivores, but what every dragon has in common is our love for gemstones.” replied Spike licking his lips and rubbing his belly, which earned him a few laughs from the class.

Next he saw Sweetie Belle raise her hoof. “I've seen you send small scrolls with green fire, do all dragons have green flames?”

“Well, not that I’m aware of, but I do know what they are used for. The flames are used as a message system to transport special messages to Princess Celestia.” Spike may have regretted saying that as the entire class erupted to life when he mentioned the princess.

“Class, settle down or there won't be any recess.” that did the job as the class immediately got quite and calm.

“Thank you Miss Cheerilee.” Spike turned back to the class to see Scootaloo raising her hoof and shaking it like crazy to ask her question. “Yes, Scootaloo.”

“I've seen a few dragons in books that have wings, does that mean you have wings?” Scootaloo was eager to know as it would be great to see a dragon flying up close.

“No, but I’ve still got a while before something like that may occur.” replied Spike who remembered the incident with his greed and didn't recall anyone mentioning any wings.

Before anyone else could raise their hoof to ask a question, it seemed that fate had a soft spot for Spike as the bell for recess went off.

“Well class, it's recess time. Go out and enjoy yourselves and don't forget all the wonderful things Spike has told us.” replied Cheerilee who waited for the last little filly before scooping Spike up in a hug as she had a big smile on her face.

“Oh thank you Spike. Thank you for showing the class some of the great perks about being a dragon.” replied Cheerilee who set a blushing Spike down.

“No problem miss Cheerilee.” replied Spike. “I gotta start getting home, otherwise Twilight will have me up to my knees in chores.”

“Before you go, please accept this as my thanks.” replied Cheerilee who shyly put her face near Spike's and gave him a light kiss on the cheek.

Spike instantly put a tomato to shame and calmly exited the school with Cheerilee waving him goodbye.

Spike stopped walking after a few minutes and put his claw on his cheek before saying one last sentence before heading to the library. “I wonder if she needs me around for any other stuff.”

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