Rainbow decided to stay the night at Twilight's place. There wasn't nearly enough room for the two of us in the guest bed, so here I am, chilling out on a pile of blankets and pillows. Lucky me. My phone says its about six in the morning, and today Twilight said she would take us to Canterlot. My phone is at about twenty percent battery, so I should probably preserve it since there aren't any chargers here.

I lift myself onto my feet with a grunt as I run the sleep out of my eyes. I pile up all of the blankets and pillows neatly in a corner before walking over to the kitchen. I open the cabinets only to find stuff like salad ingredients and even some flowers. I settle on an apple, and walk over to the front entrance of the library. I walk outside into the cool morning air and start to walk around. So what if Rainbow freaks out that I'm gone? I want to take a little stroll and explore on my own.

I start walking towards the east side of town, music blaring in my ears through my ear buds. If I just play music through my phone, the battery shouldn't drain all that much. My head bobs with the music, and I might have even danced a little.

"What are you doing darling?" I hear a voice over the music. I open my eyes to see Rarity with a pile of fabric in her magic.

"Jamming out, taking a stroll. What are you doing?"

"Picking up some materials for a new dress line that I was inspired to make. Would you like to see what I've made so far?" She says with a friendly smile.

"I guess I got time. Rainbow and Twilight are still asleep so I have nothing to do right now really."

"Splendid! Now, if you'll just follow me." She says as she trots over to a little building. I recognize it as her shop, and follow behind her, still moving with the music a little. I probably look like a complete idiot.

"Hey, Rarity, I kinda destroyed the only shirt I had, could you do anything about it?"

"Like what? Do you want it repaired or a completely new shirt?"

"Well, I think its probably beyond repair considering its stained with blood and torn almost in two."

"Goodness! How did... blood, get on it? If you don't mind me asking."

"Rainbow got hurt, almost bled out on us. Twilight was able to fix her up though."

"Oh my, I hope she is alright."

"Oh yeah, she snapped back to her normal self almost immediately, maybe a little too fast."

"Anyhow, I could spare the time to create a new shirt for you Matthew, but I will need measurements and the such before I can get started."

"No problem, where should I stand?" I ask as we enter the building. All I have to wear right now is my hoodie, and its a little itchy without a shirt under it.

"On that little stage right there will be fine." She says as she points to a small stage on the other side of the room. "Please remove your jacket while you're at it."

"Um, okay..." I say as I slowly pull my hoodies over my head. The cool air hits me instantly, and I grab the jacket to my chest. "Holy crap, its colder than I thought."

"Whatever do you mean? It feels lovely in here."

"Yeah, well I don't have a coat of fur. I need clothes to stay warm."

"Ah, I was wondering why you always seem to be all dressed up. What about in the summer? Do you need them then?"

"Um, duh. Maybe not as much, but everyone still wears them."

"Why?"

"Uh, because I don't want to walk around naked, that's why. I've still got self respect."

"I fail to see why that would be necessary, but whatever makes you happy." She says as she levitates a measuring tape up to me. "Hold your arms out."

"I'm gonna assume this is the first human clothing you've made right?" I say with a laugh as she takes the measurements of my torso.

"You got that right, it certainly is an exciting opportunity. Have any ideas for the design?"

"Um, I like red... How about a red t-shirt with the letters RD in a big black font on the front?"

"I think I can manage that. Alright, I got the measurements. If you could come back in about an hour, I should have it done. Could you describe the font you want the letters to be?"

"Um, like these I guess." I pull out my phone and show her the logo for the band ACDC. I always liked the font they used.

"Oh, I can already see it in my head! Alright I'll see you in an hour then."

"Alright, would you like me to pay now or later?" I ask as I pull out the sack of bits Rainbow gave me yesterday.

"Oh, that won't be necessary. You've done so much for Rainbow, this is the least I can do."

"Are you sure? I really want to-"

"Its fine Matthew, really. Now go, have some fun!"

"Well, alright then. C'ya in a little while then!" I say as I start jogging outside. I place the ear buds back in my ears, and lose myself in the music as I run through town. I run a good mile or two before coming to a stop in front of the library. I put my hands on my knees and take in heavy breaths. The cold air burns my lungs, but I feel refreshed and rejuvenated.

"Morning." Spike opens the door and starts walking out.

"Hey man, what's up?" I say as I stand up and, still taking in large breaths of air.

"Going to visit Rarity." He says as he points into town.

"Oh, hey I just saw her actually. Shes making me a new shirt."

"She is? Huh."

"What, don't tell me you're jealous of me Spike." I say as I roll up my earbuds and place them in my pocket.

"Wha- Me, jealous? Why would I be jealous?" He stutters.

"Because you like her." I say with a smirk as I lean up against the tree.

"H-How do you-"

"Know that?" I finish his sentence. "I have my ways." I enter the library, but spare one last glance behind me. I left the poor guy dumbfounded. I laugh to myself as I close the door behind me.

"Morning." Twilight says as she comes down the stairs. "Sorry about making you sleep down here."

"No problem." I say as I stretch my legs to keep them from tightening up. "Hey, what time you wanna leave for Canterlot?"

"I'd say about noon would be the best time."

"Good, because I need to pick something up from Rarity in a little bit. Shes making me a new shirt."

"Oh, okay then. Rainbow is still sleeping, I'm going to make breakfast, want anything?"

"Nah, I'm good. I think I'll go disturb a pegasus in her sleep." I say casually as I walk up the stairs. I see Twilight smile and shake her head out of the corner of my eye. I make my way to the bedroom where I hear Rainbow snoring. "I'm gonna prove she snores like this once and for all." I pull out my phone and open the camera app. I set it to record and hit the red button to start the video. I aim the phone at Rainbow.

"And here we see the rare Rainbowish Dashicus in her natural habitat." I say with a bad Australian accent. "It could be dangerous, but I'm gonna poke it. Wish me luck mates." I walk up to Rainbow and poke her in the neck. She doesn't even budge. "Alright, now we'll have to try something else." I pinch down on the joint that connects her wing to her body, and she jumps up with a yelp.

"WHAT THE BUCK!" She yells as she looks around the room. I'm on the floor losing my shit.

"This is so going on YouTube!" I say through my laughs. I end the video there and pocket the phone.

"Matt! Don't do that!"

"Why? Did I scare the poor pegasus?"

"M-Maybe..."

"C'mon, get up, Twilight is taking us to Canterlot today to see if we can get home."

"Fine..." She mumbles as she rubs her eyes. "Carry me." She holds he front legs out like a little kid asking to be picked up.

"Why? You can walk now."

"But I don't want to."

"Fucking... fine, but this isn't going to be a regular thing." I pick her up out of the bed and throw her over my shoulder. I walk out onto the stairs and make my way to the kitchen. I turn the corner and see Twilight at the oven making what looks and smells like eggs.

"Aw, that's just adorable." She says as she sees us answer. I just laugh in response because I know Rainbow is about to go off on her. I plop Rainbow down into a seat and start walking for the front door.

"Matt, you just got here, where are you going?"

"I need to go pick up the shirt. It might be ready by now. Keep the rainbow one in check alright?"

"Rainbow one? What?" Rainbow looks up at me with a confused expression, but I'm already out the door. I walk into town, taking in the morning noise. The air feels a little warmer now, so I can actually enjoy being out. I run into Applejack at her little apple stand, and we chat for a minute. I catch her up on what happened during the past four months back on Earth. She wishes me luck on getting home, and I head on my way.

"Rarity!? You here?" I ask as I open the front door to her shop.

"No need to yell darling, I'm right here. And you're just in time too! I just finished your order." She holds up a red t-shirt in here magic. I grab it out of the air and observe it. It looks just how I'd pictured it in my head. Red with RD on the front in a cool black font.

"Thanks! This looks really good!"

"You flatter me Matthew. Let me know if you need anything else."

"I will, thanks." I quickly throw off my hoodie and slip on the t-shirt. It feels really smooth, not itchy like the hoodie. I toss the jacket over my shoulder and make my way back into the streets.

"Ready?" Twilight says as she holds out two tickets to me and Rainbow. We take them and board the train. We make our way to the back where we expect there to be only a couple of passengers, but the entire car is booked other than one open seat. I sit down next to the window, and Twilight sits to my left. This is a problem as there is no room for Rainbow at all, or so I thought. The next thing I know Rainbow is in my lap like a cat.

"Um, comfortable?" I ask as I readjust her so I can be comfortable. Now we're in more of a hugging position, only her back is on my chest instead of her stomach. I wrap my arms around her torso to keep her in place.

"Yeah." She sighs as she leans her head back against my chest. She looks up at me, her face upside down, and stick the tip of her tongue out at me. Why must she torture my heart?

"You two..." Twilight trails off with a laugh. "You have something special."

"Yeah, emphasis on special." I chuckle as I ruffle Rainbow's hair. We sit in silence for about twenty minutes, just watching the scenery move back out the window. Rainbow fell asleep not long after departing, so now its just me and Twilight.

"So... is she going with you?" Twilight asks, her ears drooping slightly.

"I... guess so. I don't really know whats going to happen Twilight, but I hope we can both benefit from it."

"I hope so too. I don't want to lose Rainbow again, but I know you don't want to either. And I know that you can't stay here much longer, you still have a life back in your world."

"Yeah, that I do..."

"Wake the fuck up." I shake Rainbow violently since she wouldn't wake up when I tried the nice way.

"Wha..?"

"Come on, we're in Canterlot."

"Oh, okay." Rainbow clings on to me when I try to put her down.

"This again? Really?"

"Ugh, fine." She jumps down and stretcher her legs and wings before following Twilight out into the train station. We leave the station and begin walking towards the city. It looks a lot bigger in person than it did on TV. I get a lot of weird looks and even some scoffs from the upper class residents, but all they get in response is a nice middle finger. Of course they don't know what that means, but its still satisfying for me.

"There, up ahead." Twilight points as we near a giant castle.

"Holy shit! That thing's huge!" I gasp as I have to actually look up to see the top of it. We walk up to the front steps where a few guards try to block our way before they see Rainbow and Twilight. They let both of them pass, but stop me when I try to enter.

"The elements may enter, but you must stay out here." One of the guards says in a deep voice as he tries to push me away.

"Hey! Hooves off!" Rainbow says as she comes back for me.

"He's with us. Twilight says from the stairs that lead up to the front entrance. "Let him through."

"Yes princess, our apologies." They let me by. We make our way into the main part of the castle which branches off into a bunch of long hallways. Directly in front of us is the throne room. Twilight leads us to the throne room.

"I sent a note ahead of time to let Celestia know we were coming." Twilight says as we approach the giant double doors. We push them open to see Celestia being surrounded by a bunch of nobles with paperwork.

"If you could please sign here princess." One of them says, trying to get her to sign something.

"Ahem!" I cough rather loudly. All eyes turn to me, and the nobles almost flip their shit at the sight of me.

"What is that thing!?" One of the cries out.

"Thing? Really?" I scoff in disgust.

"Could you all please clear out?" Celestia asks the nobles politely. They all scatter through different exits before you could even blink. "Twilight, good to see you again." She says with a smile as she gets up and approaches us. Rainbow and Twilight bow, but I don't see the point. I mean, she isn't my princess. Instead, I greet her like a friend.

"Princess, pleasure to meet you." I say as I hold out a hand. She shakes it and gives me a friendly, warm smile.

"You must be Matthew. Twilight and Rainbow told me much about you in a letter. I can't thank you enough for protecting one of my little ponies for those four months."

"It was my pleasure. I would do it all again for her."

"Ah, I see, are you two an item?"

"You could say that."

"Well then I must congratulate you both!"

"Thanks princess!" Rainbow says from behind us.

"Now, why was it that you wanted to see me about Matthew?"

"Oh, yeah, well I need to get home. I think I got brought her because of the spell that also brought Rainbow back. I touched a feather she left behind, and I guess it still had magic in it."

"I see, and do you intend to bring Rainbow Dash back with you?"

"I would if it is at all possible. I understand if she has to stay though..." I say as I rub the back of my head. Celestia is silent for a minute before speaking up.

"Maybe there's a way..." She mumbles to herself. I pull out my phone to casually check the time, but she seems to take notice of it. "Matthew, may I see that device?"

"My phone? Um, yeah I guess." I toss to to her and she catches it in her magic. She observes it before closing her eyes. The magic on her horn and around the phone start to glow so bright that we have to close our eyes. When we open them, the light is gone, and Celestia actually looks kinda drained.

"That took more magic than I thought." She says as she passes the phone back over to me. Not only is the phone now at full battery, but there is a new app on the home screen that wasn't there before.

"What the..." I mumble to myself as I open it. Its nothing but a blank white screen with a small red circle in the middle. "I don't remember installing this."

"That, Matthew, is your ticket home. I scanned the device to see how it functions, then I created an application that has my own enchantment on it."

"Whoa, seriously? You're like the next Steve Jobs! What does it do."

"It is a transportation device."

"How do I use it?"

"Think of a place, any place and aim the device at a flat surface, preferably a wall. Then, press the button on the screen, and you'll see what happens."

I think of Twilight's library, and aim the phone at a wall close to us. I press the button and a lighting bolt of light shoots out of the top of the phone. It strikes the wall and opens up a round portal on the surface. I can see the inside of the library, and my mouth gapes open in amazement.

"Holy... that's..." I stutter as I look down at the phone. I press the button again and the portal closes. "How did you even make this!?"

"Its simply a modification of the spell we used to return Rainbow Dash to Equestria. It scans your brain waves to find the coordinates of a location, then projects a portal wherever the device is pointing. Simple in theory, but it took a large amount of magic to create, so use it wisely."

"So this means, if Rainbow ever needed to come back to Equestria... then I could easily send her back, as well as retrieve her?"

"Indeed."

"So that means Rainbow can come home with me!?" I almost yell excitedly.

"I can go back!?" Rainbow says happily. Even Twilight looks happy knowing she can get Rainbow back at any time. If they ever need us, they can just send a message like they had when they sent those crystals to us.

"We'll let you go then. I'm sure your family and friends are worried about both of you." Celestia says as she leads Twilight out of the room. "Lets give them some alone time." I look back at Twilight and give her a friendly smile and wave.

"Thanks for everything Twilight! We'll definitely visit often, right Rainbow?"

"Definitely! We'll totally come back all the time!"

"Well, if you promise you'll visit, then I guess I can happily say goodbye for now." She says as we closes the double doors behind her, leaving Rainbow and I alone in the throne room.

"Ready?" I ask as I point the phone at the wall.

"Definitely. Wherever you go, I'll be right there with you." She says confidently. I press the button and another flash of light shoots out of the phone. A portal opens up and shows an image of my backyard. We walk slowly up to it, filled with new found happiness. Once we're just inches in front of the portal, we look at each other and smile.

"I guess this is the beginning of a new adventure huh?" I ask as I look down at the phone.

"You bet it is."

And with that, we walk into the portal, there's a bright flash of light, and then I can see again. In front of me is my yard and the back of my house.

"Home at last."

Author's Notes:

Now I'm thinking with portals!