“By the way you described her, it sounds like my old pupil Sunset Shimmer.” Celestia said, tapping her chin as she seemed lost in thought.

“What happened to her?” Dash questioned.

“She was angry at me because I refused to teach her certain things that she should not have been able to learn. It was in her anger that she found the mirror…” Celestia said with a small sigh.

“What mirror?” Dash asked.

“Follow me.” Celestia said. She lead us into a part of the castle none of them had been to before. The first thing they noticed was a large mirror against the wall.

“What’s it do besides reflect? Because If it was just a mirror you wouldn’t be showing us.” Star asked.

“It’s a portal.” Celestia said bluntly.

“To where exactly?” AJ asked.

“I’m sure whoever is willing to step through it will know better than I.” Celestia said.

Everyone looked right at Star.

Star looked at everyone before slowly raising his hand.

“I’m so glad we have an eager volunteer.” Luna laughed.

“So… Star do you have a plan for getting the crown back?” Dash asked.

“Well I was planning on just taking it.” Star said.

“That sounds… Foolproof.” Dash said.

“Well I could ask nicely first.” Star suggested.

“I doubt she’d give it up that easily.” AJ said.

“Well I’m sure I’ll find a way.” Star said.

“Alright. Just please come back.” Dash said.

“I’ll be fine. There’s nothing I can’t handle. Can you at least promise me this isn’t going to lead me into Cthulhu’s mouth?” Star asked.

“I’m sure it won’t.” Celestia said.

“Good luck Star.” Rarity said.

“If you don’t come back within a month I’m coming in there after you.” Twilight said.

“We love you.” Fluttershy said, kissing Star before being shoved away by Pinkie.

“I will kill you if you don’t come back.” Pinkie said, hugging Star tightly.

Luna was about to speak before just shaking her head.

“We’ll miss you.” AJ said.

Star walked over to Luna and poked her in the side of the head. “Speak up.” He said.

“Be careful. I don’t think any of us could handle losing you too.” Luna said as she hugged him tightly.

Star wrapped his arms around her. “I know. I’d hate to leave you in the capable hands of my children.” He joked.

“Good luck.” Luna smiled.

Star turned and faced the mirror. He took a deep breath in and was about to step forward. “Hey you sure this is sa-” He tried to say.

“Bye!” Pinkie said, pushing him through.

“DICK!” Star shouted as he was pulled through violently.

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Star’s eyes opened slowly. He looked around and saw he was on the side of the road somewhere unfamiliar. He stood up and looked around, the first thing he noticed was his hands. “Why am… I don’t…” He mumbled as he saw the smooth, hairless skin that seemed to be covering his entire body. “Oh my god…” He started as he pulled his hair. “I’M BLONDE!”

Star pulled his lengthy hair forward, seeing it was long enough to run to the center of his back. “I need a mirr- mm… never mind.” He said to himself. His hand ran through his hair and stopped when he felt something was wrong. He didn’t have a horn. “WHAT?!” He shouted loudly. His entire body froze and he took a deep breath in. “I’m okay… just remember your goal Star.”

All of a sudden the previous quiet was broken by the sound of a loud motor moving quickly towards Star. He turned to see a single headlight beaming towards him. Star dove out of the way in shock as the motorcycle swerved to a stop.

“HOLY SHIT WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING!” The rider said, his voice muffled by the helmet.

“Not dying, you bastard what the hell?!” Star shouted back.

“You were the one who DOVE onto the road!” The rider said back. “God I could have killed you!”

“Well I’m sorry. I’m a little disorganized at the moment.” Star stated as he stood up. “And I was diving out of the way of your 500 MPH world record breaking performance.”

“Well I’m sorry for going 50 which IS the damn speed limit through here!” The rider said. “Wait. Don’t tell me I’m about to get hit in the back of the head with a tire iron…”

“Probably. Do you have one I could borrow?” Star asked.

“No.” The rider said, “If you aren’t out here trying to rob someone then why are you out here?”

“You know I’d love to answer all your questions but I have place to be.” Star said, turning and walking down the road for a few moments before stopping and looking around.

“And where might that be?” The rider questioned.

“I… I don’t…” Star started, sighing in defeat. “I don’t know…”

“Well here. Promise not to kill me and I’ll take you back to my house and you can eat dinner and figure out where you were heading to.” The rider said.

“I don’t want to bother you… I think I caused enough trouble as it is just being here.” Star said.

“Ah. My parents love it when I have company over.” The rider said, waving his hand dismissively. “And besides… we have plenty of space at the house.”

“Alright.” Star shrugged, climbing onto the back of the motorcycle.

“You might want to wear this.” The rider said as he removed his helmet revealing his long black hair. “Here you go.” He said, handing Star the helmet.

Star took the helmet and paused at the sound of the man’s unmuffled voice. He looked up wide eyed at the now unmasked person.

“What?” J asked. “Do I have something on my face?”

Star just stared at J, his mouth slowly falling open.

“Get the helmet on. I’m not going to wait here forever.” J said.

Star immediately dropped the helmet and hugged J.

“What the hell are you doing?” J asked, pushing Star back and looking around almost worriedly.

“Why are… how?” Star stammered.

“Listen man are you going to put the helmet on or do you want me to just go?” J asked.

“You don’t… remember me?” Star asked slowly.

“I’ve never met you until just now… Wait… No… Do I go to school with you?” J asked, scratching his stubble covered chin.

“High sch- Oh my god you have a beard.” Star stated. “Well… half… semi… peach fuzz.”

“Yeah… So my girlfriend loves it. So I’m growing it.” J shrugged.

“Girlfriend?” Star questioned.

“Yeah…” J nodded.

“What’s her name?” Star asked.

“Fluttershy.” J said. “And we’ve been going strong for a good year now.”

“You’re screwing my wife?” Star asked.

“Um… What?” J questioned. “I’ve heard of young marriages but… dude you can’t be older then eighteen…”

Star paused for a moment. “Why yes… yes I am.” He nodded.

“Prove it pull out your license.” J said.

Star reached into his back pocket and pulled out his wallet. He reached in and reluctantly showed J his license.

“Oh you are right!” J said, covering his mouth in feign surprise, “You're eighteen and two months!”

Star paused for a moment. He turned the ID around and looked at the picture of himself. “Wow even my license changed… neat.”

“Um… I may need to place a quick call to… a few friends of mine now…” J said a little uncertainly. “Don’t worry though… They’re really nice…”

“So who’s your family?” Star asked.

“Um…” J mumbled.

“Oh right sorry.” Star said, putting the helmet on. “Is that better?”

“Let’s go have a little visit to Shady Oaks now…” J said.

“I thought you were going to show me where you live? And your girlfriend?” Star asked.

“Yeah… Nooo…” J said. “One of my mom’s doctor friends might be able to help with whatever you have going on…”

Star’s face blanked as the realization hit him. He immediately smirked and took off the helmet. “You know Joel...” He said.

J kicked off the ground and jetted his motorcycle forward.

Star was forced back and slammed into the ground, J’s weight instantly pinning him down.

“You try ANYTHING and I’ll show you exactly what my dad’s been teaching me for the past few years.” J said as he glared down at Star.

“You mean Silver?” Star asked.

“Yeah. I’d say a military veteran in this town is pretty well known.” J said.

“Okay well what about your mother, Willow?” Star said.

“Wh-” J was cut off.

“Or your favorite teddy bear Tibbers that your mother gave you when you were a kid, that got torn up and thrown all over the school by the bully that picked on you, Timmy was his name?” Star asked.

“H… How do yo-” J was cut off again.

“Or maybe the fact that when you were younger you had an unpleasant experience with a group of kids that involved less than consensual sex.” Star said.

J remained absolutely silent, shock clear on his face.

“You wanna get off me now?” Star asked.

“Wh… Who are you?” J questioned.

“A man who really, really cares about you.” Star said.

“J… Just shut up…” J mumbled as he shakily stood up and grabbed the seat on the motorcycle for support. “Just… s… stop…”

“How could I know that Joel? How could I know something that happened when you were around five. I don’t think I was stalking you as a toddler.” Star stated as he stood up.

“Just stop!” J shouted.

Star closed his mouth and stared at J.

“Get… the damn helmet on… and just… stop talking… I need to think…” J said as he slowly climbed onto the motorcycle.

Star took the helmet and put it back on, sitting back on the motorcycle behind J.

“Hold on this time.” J said as he started the bike back up.

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They pulled into the driveway of a larger house and J shut down the motorcycle and got off.

“Oh I see you don’t live in a motel.” Star joked.

J looked back at Star before walking to the front door. He was about to throw it open when some else opened it for him.

“Great you’re home.” Silver said staring down at J.

Star stared at Silver silently, staring at him almost in awe.

“Who’s that?” Silver asked as he looked at Star.

“That is a GREAT question.” J said as he turned to look at Star.

“I’m Stardust… hi d- Silver.” Star said.

“Hello Stardust. Come inside. Oh and J, Fluttershy’s been waiting for you. She arrived just a few minutes ago.” Silver said as he stepped aside and admitted access into his home.

J let out a sighe before smiling, “Thanks for telling me that. I’ll go say hi then.” He said as he walked into the house.

Star quickly followed behind J and looked around the house.

“This way. I’m sure you’d rather wait in the living room.” J said, motioning Star to follow him a little more.

Star nodded, nearly clinging to J as he followed.

J lead him into another room, a large entertainment stand with various consoles hooked up to it stood with a massive TV in the center. “And here we are.” J said. “I have something I need to do then we can… talk.”

Star jumped back as Fluttershy burst into the room and nearly tackled J into a hug. “You mean some ‘one’?” Star corrected.

“Hey there Flutters.” J smiled as he squeezed her. “I missed you a lot.”

“Me too.” Fluttershy said, burying her face into J’s neck.

“Now kiss.” Star said.

J stared unimpressed at Star. He continued to stare at Star as he sat down on the couch and pulled Fluttershy up onto his lap.

Star took a seat next to J and stared at him.

“Oh yes… Fluttershy I would like you to meet Stardust.” J said, motioning towards Star.

“Hi.” Star waved.

“Oh hello.” Fluttershy smiled, holding her hand out.

Star stared at her hand for a moment before slowly shaking it. “You’re rather… straight forward.” He said.

“We do bring out the best in each other.” J smiled as he snuggled against her. “Oh, I’ve been meaning to ask… Usually you spend a lot of time with Dash… why’d you stop?”

“Oh… I um… don’t really want to talk about it.” Fluttershy said, looking away.

J looked at her, the concern clear on his face. “Did… something bad happen between you two… Did she hurt you?” He asked worriedly.

“J please it’s nothing like that, just drop it okay?” Fluttershy said.

“Alright… I just know spending time with her made you really happy and that’s all that I really want to see. You being happy.” J said quietly.

“Then stop talking about it okay?!” Fluttershy snapped. Star leaned back in surprise.

J stared at her before closing his eyes, “Okay.” He said quietly.

“Umm…” Star mumbled.

Fluttershy stood up. “I should probably go.” She said.

“No! Please… don’t…” J said quickly, shooting up and wrapping his arms around her. “Please don’t go…”

Fluttershy stood there silently and unmoving.

“A… Alright then… S… See you later…” J said, letting go of her and slipping back down onto the couch.

“See you. You too Star.” Fluttershy said, rushing out of the house.

“And no ass tonight.” Star said.

J silently stared at Star before looking at the wall.

“I’m joking, lighten up man I’m sure she just wants to be alone.” Star said, putting a hand on J’s shoulder.

J remained silent for a few moments, before pushing Star’s hand off. “Yeah I hope that’s the case.” He said.

Star scooted even closer to J. “I’m sure.” He smiled, never taking his eyes off J’s.

J moved to the other side of the couch.

Star’s smile grew as he scooted back against J and followed him across the couch. “What’s wrong?” He asked.

“What do you think you’re doing?” J questioned.

“Nothing.” Star said, climbing into J’s lap. “Why don’t you tell me what I’m getting for Christmas?”

J shoved Star off of his lap and onto the floor. Star grunted as he hit the floor and started laughing.

“What’s so funny?” J snapped.

“You.” Star smiled. “It’s just so good to see you.”

J rolled his eyes and stood up and walked to the stairs.

Star jumped up and immediately followed him. “Where ya going?” He asked.

“To my room.” J said as he walked up the stairs and into the first door on the left. Star attempted to follow J in only to have the door slam in his face.

Star knocked on the door.

“Go away.” J said.

“No.” Star said, knocking again.

“Go fuck yourself.” J said.

Star turned the handle and opened the door a little. A baseball narrowly missed hitting him.

“Okay. Maybe I’ll go tell everyone what you write in your diary that you keep stashed at the bottom of your chest that you think stays locked when you’re out.” Star said.

J remained silent.

“HEY SILVER!” Star shouted. “YOU KNOW A KID NAMED FUNNY?”

“Dad probably took Fluttershy home.” J said.

“That’s fine I can wait.” Star said, starting to walk back to the living room.

Another door opened, “Oh you mean that really nice boy that my little baby is friends with?” Willow said as she stepped out of another bedroom.

Star’s smile widened to goofy proportions. “Actually, I have something I need to tell you.” He started.

Star felt his shoulder get grabbed painfully tight as he was torn back into J’s room. J shut the door and locked it. “What do you think you’re playing at?” He questioned.

Star looked over to the laptop on the desk. “Well I’d say I should have let you finish with your porn but it’s not like I haven’t seen you masterbate before.” He said.

“Wh… That’s fucking creepy…” J mumbled.

Star glanced around J’s room. “It’s nice.” He said, jumping on J’s bed and spreading out with a relaxed sigh. “So much better than concrete roads.”

“That’s MY bed.” J said as he sat down at his desk and opened up the laptop.

Star smiled as he leaned back against the pillows. “Oh Joel.” He said soothingly.

J pulled a headset out of the desk and plugged it into the laptop before putting it on.

Star’s smile faded slowly. He reached back and grabbed one of the pillows, chucking it at J’s head.

J continued to ignore Star as he started up a game. After a few minutes J glanced back at Star and his eyes widened as he saw Star was naked laying on his side just staring back at him. “Hello handsome.” Star said.

“What the actual fuck?” J questioned.

Star started to slowly stroke his growing shaft. “Something you like stranger?” He teased.

J slowly looked back at his computer screen, slightly shaken by what he just saw.

“Oh J J bear…” Star cooed.

J continued to ignore Star before he froze up and grabbed his head. He immediately felt Star’s presence next to him and turned to see his naked body directly to his side. “What’s wrong?!” Star asked quickly.

J shoved Star away, “God damn it. I’m not interested.” He said, his tone slightly pained.

“Please I don’t want to see you hurting… tell me what’s wrong. Is it a headache? I think I can help with that.” Star said, moving behind J and massaging his neck.

J shot up and quickly scrambled away from Star.

“Joel please just let me help!” Star said quickly, walking towards J again.

“N… No… Just…” J mumbled.

Star walked over to the bed and sat down, patting the area next to him. “Sit down please…” He pleaded.

“No… I don’t even KNOW you and you’re naked in my room!” J said, “I am NOT sitting down for you…”

Star sat there silently for a few moments. “Do you want me to leave?” He asked.

“Yeah… Yeah I do.” J said.

Star nodded slowly and stood up, turning around and about to leave.

There was a moment of pure silence before Star felt J tackle him from the side and right onto the bed. Star stared wide eyed up at J. “Um.” Star said aloud.

J remained silent as he hugged Star tightly.

“Does this mean we’re together?” Star said uncertainly.

“What? Did we stop being best friends all of a sudden?” J questioned.

Star’s face blanked as he stared at J. “Come again?” He said.

“Stop messing ar-” J froze as he suddenly remembered Star was naked. He quickly let go of Star and backed away, “Um I’ll let you get dressed…”

“No no no. No you don’t.” Star said, tackling J to the floor.

J stared up at Star. “Um… Star… what are you… Um… doing?” He asked.

“I dunno. what do you want me to do?” Star asked, bringing his lips closer to J’s.

J remained motionless for a second before pushing his lips against Star’s.

Star bit down gently on J’s lip as he brought J’s hand down to his shaft.

J gulped a little as he slowly grasped Star’s shaft. His eyes closed as he felt its’ heat.

“I’ve missed you Joel.” Star whispered into J’s ear and nipped it lightly.

J pushed Star away as he shook his head, “Th… this is wrong…” He mumbled.

Star sat up and stared at J. “It’s not like we haven’t done it before, what’s the big deal?” He asked.

“We haven’t done it before… and… and I still love Fluttershy… I… I can’t cheat on her…” J said.

“J I don’t know if you’ve… wait you don’t remember everything do you.” Star said.

“What am I supposed to be remembering?” J asked.

“You don’t remember Chrysalis? Or your daughters, your sons?” Star asked.

“I… I don’t have any children… and… Who’s Chrysalis?” J asked curiously.

“J would I lie to you, when I say that you’ve lost your memories?” Star asked.

“No… You wouldn’t lie to me.” J said.

“Then believe me when I tell you that this… all of this.” Star said, motioning to his room and the house. “It’s all fake.”

“No… It can’t be fake… Why… why would I have so many vivid memories of what happened then? And…” J mumbled.

“J you… disappeared. Me and all our friends found a suicide note in your room.” Star said.

“But… I’m… I don’t understand…” J said.

“We couldn’t find a body… I… I helped bury your… coffin…” Star said shakily as tears started to slide down his face. “And… when I saw you were alive… I…”

J quickly wrapped his arms around Star. “Don’t… Don’t go on…” He said quietly. “Let’s just… sit down and… I don’t know… just be together…”

“For the past week… that’s all I’ve ever wanted…” Star said quietly, clinging tightly to J.