It was fairly comical, how they reacted. Yaws dropped, eyes wide... plainly astonished expressions on their faces. The country one managed to make an even more dumfounded expression, which seemed to be possible for her. But no matter how much was their shock of revelation, I wasn't tolerant towards their ambush, so I kept up my emotionless and slightly frowning expression.

It wasn't the fact, that they didn't know what I was, no. But the fact that they tried to capture an 'animal'. There were many other options to scare away an animal, to not let it wonder around town. So they capturing me was intolerable choice in my opinion. What would have they done to me after capturing me? I had a feeling that letting me go was out of the option, if that situation would have occurred, of course... this whole event reminded me about those sick scientists back on Earth...

The only reason why I wasn't that angry, is because of their intentions. They weren't curious and knowledge hungry, only afraid...

Maybe they were just protecting their town? If so, then they had knowledge about the ghost-like look of the town... just what I needed. And I'm just gonna whisper this one... I kinda wished that the town would be that empty in real, given how quiet it was and how free I could be in that way...

''You...'' Started the unicorn, taking a tentative step forward. ''You can talk?''

I thought about replying with a simple 'No' . Also, a certain and a few more responses went through my head. They were along the line of: 'I can do everything you all can, given that I am a sentient being like you.' and 'The last time I checked, I could.' , but I wasn't about to go full out indignant over this misunderstanding. I did want to let them know what I thought about their actions, but not by being a bigger dick than before.

So, I remained passive...

'Yes.''

If it was possible, her eyes widened even more. ''Then... why didn't you say something? We thought that you just found our town and tried to hurt the ponies.'' She explained, expression showing confusion.

''Making conversation with those who ambushed me? That is quite normal, right? I assume you do that frequently.'' I told the unicorn... pony, actually letting out a slight irritation in mid-speech. I allowed to myself, finding her reasoning to be flawed. She tried to blame me... like capturing a creature that you do not know of is right...

The unicorn closed her mouth, realizing that her reply wasn't one that could win this argument. Instead, she accepted her defeat, hanging her head in shame. ''N... no...''

The same couldn't be said about the pegasus...

''Hey, we're sorry, okay? You don't have to act like those Canterlot stuck-ups!''

Yes, it seemed my irritation was noticeable, so I changed to neutral. ''Do understand my temper and believe me, I'm containing it. However, I have every right to disagree with your methods. I am trying to see this misunderstanding from a third aspect and whenever I try to find a flaw from my part, I end up at the same fact: You should NOT capture a creature, that you know nothing about. The outcome could have been a terrible end for you all or could have caused a mental trauma for the animal.''

''But you were the one who followed me here!'' Immediately protested the pegasus. ''You popped up out of nowhere, started growling and shouting and when I get here, Twilight tells me that you are coming to Ponyville! Seriously, what gives? We thought you were going to hurt the other ponies and even after peeking inside the houses, you stayed here! What were we supposed to do then?!''

''And you could not tell from my clothing and behavior in town, if I was an animal or a sentient being?'' I questioned, pressing on.

''We couldn't and we're sorry.'' Took the talking role onto herself the unicorn, finally a more reasonable conversation partner. ''But I swear, it did go through my head and I was just about to check if you can understand us, before you-''

I raised a hand to silence her. While she understood my gesture, the pegasus tensed up, ready to defend herself. The farm pony was still silent, listening intensely at my words, probably looking for an opportunity to prove me wrong. ''Enough, I understand now. In that case, I would say sorry for misleading you by my strange behavior, but I cannot apologize for what I am. Either way, we are equally wrong and this mishap could have been evitable.''

I never thought that my beast like personality would ever mislead a few souls like that. Come to think of it... how I behaved when I had arrived, peeking inside the houses and looking at strange buildings silently, then just sitting down on the ground... ah, for the love of-... alright, it looked highly equivocal and no wonder why these equines, who haven't seen a creature like me, thought I was dangerous. And what the pegasus said... following her... Hell, she could have easily thought I spotted her and try to hurt her or worse, devour her...

And just so you know... the most painful thing was that I actually can do such cannibalism...

I took in a deep breath, lowering my arm slowly and with the same speed, let go of my frustration. They weren't hostile, just three brave and helpful girls, who tried to defend their town and its citizens. And in that case, I knew they had information about the disappearance of the other... ponies.

''I am glad we came to a conclusion...'' I sighed again, my attention on them again. ''You have no idea how lucky you are. If not for your Princess' warning, I would not have been in such a clear state to think straight.'' I let them have a moment to acknowledge my words. ''N-''

''*Gasp* You mean Princess Celestia?!'' Caught on the unicorn, her previous dumbfounded expression coming back. The other two just glanced at her, then back to me for confirmation, which I gave them with a nod from my head. ''*GASP* You know Princess Celestia?!'' Again, I just nodded, waiting for her to finally reveal the reason of her continues gasps and momentary freak-outs. ''Oh my gosh! I didn't know you were friends with her!''

''What does it matter?'' This sudden change of behavior of hers was confusing. And technically, she wasn't my friend yet, but I was willing to work on that... only if it won't affect my goal, that is. I was out from my optimistic state and right there, I was dealing with a problem... three actually, so while I kept this whole friend thing in my head, I still decided to work on my training first and maybe if I can afford that time, I can talk with Celestia, possibly becoming friends with her.

My goals were in front of me again and while the blissful freedom sounded rather nice, I had to remind myself about my main objective...

I received no response to my blunt question and instead, she bolted out from behind her friends, rambling about. ''Sorry, sorry, sorry, sorry!'' She collapsed in front of me, hooves held together in a begging manner. ''I'm so sorry, I didn't know you were here from Princess Celestia! Oohh, she will be so disappointed!'' And right there, she fell into a completely ignoring state, not registering what she was doing. She said every possible punishment that came to her mind, from sending her back to 'magic kindergarden' to banishment. She was highly concerned about her studies and for a while, I was just waiting for her to take a quick break for breath and use that moment to speak up, but it didn't seem like she was in need of air.

I was able to make out her saying something about failing the magic of friendship, disappointment personal student and other rubbish. But one rubbish caught my attention and revealed to me enough piece from the puzzle, to finish the picture...

SHE was Celestia's personal student! The unicorn, who 'welcomed me' in town and looked like she was about to faint from the fearful future of hers.

Faith was punishing me with the career of a young student... and me in more forms, especially...

''Silence!'' I finally let out and she stopped rambling, like I was her teacher and not Celestia. ''Stand up.'' I calmly ordered and she obliged confusedly. ''Thank you and keep this loudness level, alright?'' She nodded twice in understanding, still looking scared from her silly predictions. ''I can assure you, Celestia won't hear a word from my part.''

''It's PRINCESS Celestia!'' The pegasus corrected me in a clearly disagreeing manner.

''Rainbow Dash!'' The farm mare finally said something and it seemed she was on my side.

''Thank you, thank you, thank you-'' She started this again, and closed the distance between us, probably for showing some sort of gratitude in a desperate way.

I leaned down, placed my left on on her shoulder and stopped her from falling into me, like those overreacting old ladies in their excitement. She remained silent after that and looked at her shoulder in wonder, while I stepped back once. ''I have three conditions. One: Calm down and forget about me and Celestia. Let's say I've never heard of her, nor met her, alright?''

I looked behind her after receiving a silent nod and I was relived to see the other two doing the same in understatement. ''Two: You tell me what happened to the town, why are the streets empty and why none of you knew what I was. And finally three... I require your assistance at finding the Mayor's house... are we clear?''

''Only if ya' tell us why 're ya' here in Ponyville.'' Added her condition the farm pony.

''And you tell us what the hay you are!'' And right there, I got to know an Equestrian curse... the first one...

''That I can do. Shall we move to a comfortable place?'' I glanced at the four couches closely behind me. ''Or we can stand where we are, I honestly care less about it.''

They shared glances and without a word, they started their way to the furniture, choosing the couch, which was facing away from the door. Ahh, they wanted me to be in the corner, so I won't block their escape. Unnecessary, useless, but nevertheless... clever.

I also noted that the pegasus was intensely watching me, clearly showing that my presence was unnerving for her. Well, whatever she saw when I exited from the teleportation, it must have effected her greatly. And while the farm equine was still giving me a few careful glances, the unicorn seemed to be the calmest of all. I didn't know if she was just simply like that friendly or the other two was careful, because they physically experienced my capabilities...

Either way, my first impression on that three was not the brightest and it was good to see that I was actually fixing their opinions about me...

And that only lasted for a second... maybe I should smile next time if I'm happy about something?

Taking a seat opposite to them, I did not expect a yellow coated and purple... maned pegasus, to jump out from behind the couch and hide behind the other pegasus and cowgirl. The unicorn decided to take the couch to my right, showing some confidence.

The other three already presented me a few comical reactions, but this new pony's move was just ridiculous. She even started shaking in one place, while the cowgirl on the right across from me, was shaking her head. The rainbow one seemed to have more sympathy towards the scared thing and after flashing a scowl towards me, she proceeded to pat her friend a few times, comfortingly.

I turned my gaze to the unicorn, who sheepishly grinned at me, before speaking up. ''Uhhh- ehhehhe... uhm, Fluttershy? You heard it, just calm down. It won't hurt us.''

''I'm a male, if my voice hasn't clue you in...''

''HIM! I mean HIM! He won't hurt you, Fluttershy! Or anypony!'' She looked back at me, innocent smile failing her. ''Ehehhehhee...''

I just got comfortable, ignoring this comedy and folding my arms together. My stone still expression was supposed to tell them that I am waiting, but it seemed it was an effective expecting look from my part. ''So...'' I spoke up, picking up all of their attention. I decided upon expertly approaching our following conversation, so I thoughtfully started. ''I suggest we get over with the introduction. My name is Outsider and I was sent here by Celestia, in order to acquire the keys to my new house and start a new life in Equestria and become a citizen of Ponyville.''

''My name is Twilight Sparkle and I'm the protege of Princess Celestia, co-ruler of Equestria. This library is my current residence and I'm studying the Magic of Friendship.''

''AAAHHA-'' For the shortest moment, I could swear I heard Dhanthas' roaring laughter... Also... Co-ruler of Equestria? Who is the other ruler, aside from Celestia? Well, when her personal student will be at the right time, I should be able to ask a few things from her. She seemed helpful, but I will make sure to gain her help via proving myself to be peaceful and not because of my soon-to-be reputation with her teacher...

''Mah names Applejack an' me an' mah family makes the best apples in all of Equestria. For fresh apples ya' oughta find one o' the Apple-family member or visit mah farm. Sweet Apple Acres's just righ' next ta town.'' She proudly spoke about her business, making my memory to come to the surface. I did walk past an orchard and come to think of it, it was right next to town. And I remembered how huge that farm was... no wonder why she was so proud of it.

The proud farmer nudged the blue pegasus, who was busy looking anywhere, but at me. She hasn't given into the trusting part, yet. Though, scaring her wasn't a good start from my end, so I could not blame her.

However, the level of dislike targeted towards me was resulted in giving me the impression of a small racism. Yes, I ruined my first impression, but I could tell by the look in her eyes, that talking to me was something she did not want. I couldn't scare her THAT much, so it was probably because of my look. I mean, I accepted them and I did the same thing with those other creatures, when I first met them. Some of them were smelly or just downright annoying, but still accepted their presence.

There are worse souls than me, yet she was aiming at completely hating me. She just couldn't accept me... and I thought these equines could not be racist in any possible way...

She further gained a bad point from me, when she nudged the scared pegasus and telling her to introduce herself. ''Hey, it's your turn.'' She whispered to her and it wasn't just me, who heard it. Because the looks she received from the unicorn and normal pony, could be considered as death glares. At least that two was parting with me in politeness, if not in trusting in each other...

The yellow one squeed at first, but eventually raised her head up and found the bravery to lay her teal eyes upon my form. Her first reaction was lowering her head back down, but with shaking hooves, she rose from her hiding spot. Taking a sitting position - which highly reminded me of cat, sitting on its rear - , the same pose that the others are sitting in, she opened her mouth slightly, only to let out nothing. She shrank back down with her full body, letting out whimpers and silent encouragement for herself, before finding that courage to speak.

I patiently waited for her, not minding her trembling state, even after I had told them to calm down. I was more irritated by her oh-so kind friend, who put her into this. She was still getting used to my presence and by the looks of it, she was one afraid little equine, locked together with a monster. I couldn't blame her for her current state, only the other pegasus, who was showing high impoliteness by her move. I was either that untrustworthy, dangerous for her, or the problem was with her. She could hold a grudge stubbornly, that's for sure...

''I'm Fluttershy...'' The pegasus said and internally, I was holding my temple. These names were just... ugh, nevermind. I was glad that I had my own name, instead of being called EmotionLessnar or Equal Soul. I swear, if I would have to live with these kind of names, then I would not be sure if my role as The Balance would work, with all the fazed emotions inside me...

''I... I live outside of P-Ponyville i-in my cottage... and I-I take car of the animals...'' Ah, for the love Thelestial, she was worse than Nurse Redcross! It was starting to get to my nerves, that none of them were able to believe in my words... lack of expressions, I was sure I will have more problem because of that...

However, at the same time, I was glad for them. Though they did make the mistake to try and capture me, at least they were cautious. If not visibly, then internally. I knew they were afraid of me, still, but out of false-politeness or cautious, they said nothing. Maybe the farm pony was just acting her hospitality and she was forming plans in her head in reality, keeping in mind if I do something funny, then she would try to stop me. The unicorn was just cautious, not wanting to piss me off and give me a reason to ruin her life.

And the other two? They clearly showed their opinions and emotions about me. And no matter how much I disliked that, I was delighted to see them learning their lesson... trust no one...

And because of that, I turned to the blue pegasus with and invisible smirk, instead of giving a piece of my mind to her...

In order to hide her displease, she started hovering in the air, striking an impressive pose and smirking at the same time. ''I'm Rainbow Dash!'' She declared, prouder than the farm equine. ''Fastest flyer in Equestria, leader of the Cloudsdale Weather Team and future Wonderbolt. I bet you heard about me...'' Smug... and stupid...

I just stared at her, while she was waiting for my reaction. Well, too bad I was playing the same game like her. If she wanted to disrespect me like that, then she could be an immortal, I would not respect her as she would expect me.

As long as you show me the required respect, without even knowing what I had accomplished, then I return the same respect. And from there, we could fall down to become enemies or we could work our way up to be allies. This is my rule and say anything, I won't change it. You can be a male or female, you can be the purest soul in the world... I will not make a difference between you and others. Every single soul is equal in the first place and it is up to them, to prove themselves better or worse.

And this Rainbow Dash successfully fell to my bad side. If she keeps on acting like that, then I shall ignore her just as much as she does to me...

''No, I haven't. And three quarter of your speech remained useless information for me.'' You could just taste the dripping bluntness from my unimpressed reaction...

And it seemed to be real, not just a metaphor, like I intended to put it...

Because the pegasus closed her mouth, bit down on her lips like she just got some of my negativity into her mouth and she metaphorically spit it back to me. ''Have you been living under a rock?'' She gritted her teeth. ''It would explain everything, though...''

''Correction, I've been somewhere else.'' I told her, most definitely rising her temper.

''Yeah? And where? Deeper than that rock?'' She pressed on, getting confident in herself.

''Somewhere far away and further.'' I wasn't about to just spill out information like that. They could use that for anything...

''And where exactly is that, huh?''

''Uhm... Rainbow, please calm down.'' The yellow one tried, meeker than ever. Unfortunately for her, the ignorance was what she received, with full force to be precise...

''Ah'd like ta' know where that is, mahself.'' Joined in the farm pony, raising an eyebrow and proving my previous thoughts to be true. Or she was acting the third-person aspect, where she parts with no one, only with herself and if she finds something to be immoral from everyone's opinion, then she parts with those, who thinks the same like her.

Still, the thought of her, acting to be on my side, was still a possibility...

''None of your business and I would like to finally hear what happened to the town. None of the conditions states the need to tell you anything about myself, except... 'what the hay am I?' ... if I have to live with somebody else's choice of words...'' I only taunted the pegasus, not the farm equine. I had no reason to not show the same respect towards her, after how she accepted my presence to a certain level. She hasn't shown any sign of disrespect and when I introduced myself - though, I lied to them - she returned it without hesitation. This proved me, that she was a respectable one and I found even more respect to share towards her, all because of her third-aspect way of thinking.

I found this to be a common thing between me and her...

''You mean somepony...?'' The unicorn asked, carefully, lest I beat down my frustration on her.

Her question pushed me out from my soon-to-be aggressive state and taking a mid-deep breath, closing my eyes and turning my attention to her, I started. ''For you, it is as you asked. For me, it is like I said. This is because we are different, yet alike in more ways than you all can imagine.'' I glanced at the blue one, who was still frowning at me, then I continued. ''Where I came from, the language is different, yet similar. And since I'm at this topic, I shall take care of the question right now. Listen closely, for I only say this once. My time is short...'' I adjusted on my seat, letting my arms to rest on my lap and I leaned onto them. ''I do not know what I am as a powerful being. However, in question of what my look resembles, I do have a proper explanation...''

''What ya' mean by... powerful bein'?'' Questioned the farmer, not understanding what I meant. Expected...

''As in having two or three times more than a Mortal and having knowledge about magic and its existence... and not just disbelieving magic as a myth...'' I pointed at the unicorn. ''Twilight Sparkle is a unicorn and her skeletal structure may has an additional appendage, she still is an equine. Furthermore, she is a mage, being able to cast Spells and Abilities. She looks the same like you three and that is why she is a pony, if we look at it from biological aspect. But as a being, as a race... she is a unicorn.''

''Now, you can't define my race, only my biological being. You can only call me an A'nforian, the name of all powerful beings together. However, if I am not a Spirit or a God, then what am I? This is the question, which I cannot answer. I belong to no race and calling me an A'nforian is not quite accurate...''

''In that case, could you tell us what is your biological being? And I'm not really a... 'mage', as you called it. Not a magician either, just a unicorn using magic.'' She corrected me and for a second, my mind stopped functioning after hearing her saying that she wasn't a mage. She used Alteration! It's one of the Power Trees, which a mage or someone like me learns, or find out on his or her own!

But I already spent enough time and in all honesty, I cared less about what they were and not. I just wanted to get answers and not give them away most of them...

''Certainly. I am a Humanoid... judging by how none of you knew what I was, I take it Humanoids are not common in this part of Equestria?'' The moment of truth. I had to know for sure and not just blaming them because of my mask...

''Ah never seen a fellah like ya' before. Nor heard from ya'll from other Apple family members. And ah tell ya', we're everywhere in Equestria.'' The farm pony said first.

''I've never read anything about bipedal creatures like you. I've seen dragons, but... you look kinda... mon-key-ish?'' Added the unicorn.

''I uhm... I know and heard about a lot of animals, but... I haven't seen a creature like you...'' Vouched the yellow one... at least she wasn't trembling anymore...

''Don't ask me, I don't know...'' And gave me last blow the blue one, absolutely destroying my faith in finding Humanoids at all...

Well, that was it. No Humanoids. A tiny problem... literally. Though, the moment I get outside, then I will be the biggest attraction in town, that was for sure...

''... I understand...'' I finally replied, acknowledging the slightly bad news. I leaned back in my seat, inhaling a mass amount of air through my nose and re-folding my arms before me. I exhaled, opening my eyes to look them over. ''Any questions about my biological being? Last chance, only this once and we're moving on to the next topic...''

I looked each and every one of them in the eyes, receiving three of their attentions. Apparently, the blue one found interest in the library, as she just couldn't bear to look at me. She had her fore-hooves crossed before her chest - probably mocking me - and she was pulling her mouth to the side. Her eyes were narrowed, clearly sending me the message, that she was not interested in me. It was starting to look forced and I doubted that she actually felt that upset about me creating such a panic. It was starting to get clearer, that she didn't want to accept her mistake and in order to not be blamed, she decided to keep up this acting... in other words, she was afraid to be embarrassed by something. It was one possibility, but I was sure in one thing... eyebrows are not supposed to tremble, when you frown in anger. Therefore, she was forcing her expression...

What the Hell was wrong with her?

I glanced at the yellow one, whose reaction was finally not shrinking back down, but just shaking her silently. Like a good little kid...

The farm pony shrugged and shook her head. ''Nah.'' Was all she said...

And the last pony, the unicorn... ehhehhe, she sheepishly smiled, glanced around quickly and raised her hoof to get attention... like a student at school...

''Eh...'' I nodded towards her and she then pointed towards my folded arms. ''What kind of claws are those? When you stopped me with those, I thought they would leave a mark there from the sharpness. But they didn't and I was just wondering... could you tell us- eh... me,... tell me what part of a Humanoid is what?''

I hummed, blinked at her to confirm it and leaned forward again, deciding to show them all...

''These are not claws, as you can tell. They are something called hands and they can't be sharpened for slicing purposes.'' ''Only if I Morph them...'' I thought to myself, getting an amusing picture in my head, where I suddenly reveal my claws and scare them to death... I decided to finish with my hands quickly, before Dhanthas does something funny...

''These are the nails and not talons. If they would be talons, then you would be able label them as claws. Fingers, bendable thumbs to grab and hold tools and objects. Arm and legs, foot... another and they together are feet. Knee, elbow, shoulders, forearms, wrists, upper arm, shin, thighs, waist. Torso, belly, stomach and chest. Back...'' I turned to the side, showing them my back from the side. ''... my spine and the various bones, that are connected to this, are what allowing us to walk on two legs.'' I changed back to normal position, temporary pulling down my hood to show them my face a bit clearer. ''Hair, not mane and no tail... at least for me, there are Humanoids with tails. I have skin, but a Humanoid could have a coat, scales or such for an integument. And finally, the homo-sapiens-sapiens features on the face. In other words, no muzzle, but small chin and forehead doesn't sticking out. In short... something like this.''

It was incredibly odd to explain this for them. Even a baby human learns that on its own! Nevertheless, I leaned back, putting my hood on once again and heaving a huge sign.

''Is it that cold for ya'?'' Asked the orange one, noticing my action.

''No, I am simply used to wearing it. And now... can one of you tell me what happened? I would appreciate it, if someone would guide me to light and not leave me feeling around in the darkness...''

''Somepony...'' Mumbled to herself the blue one, snorting to herself after 'correcting' me.

To her dismay, I heard it. ''I hear you want to tell me what happened. I appreciate it...''

She shot a quick and surprised glare at me, then calmed down. ''Yeah, yeah, whatever. Let's just get over with it...''

''But of course. Time is of the essence...'' I agreed upon that one completely. I had spent a good twenty or more minutes in that fancy library, already...

''I was just having my scheduled napping time, when you, just popped up out of nowhere. I didn't know what were you, so I started getting closer on the branches. Then you started grunting and growling and shouting. I thought you heard me, so I flew here to Twilight, she used her telescope to see if I was right and guess what, I was. I told her what happened and then we told everypony to hide in their homes and wait out the thing. But you kept on creeping around and we couldn't just sit on our flanks and wait till you eat somepony. So we decided to tie you up and just throw you out of the town. That's it...'' She folded her hooves again, sitting back like she had nothing more to say. However, a cough from her unicorn friend promoted her to sign. ''... yeah, yeah, Twilight wanted to just tell you somehow to leave Ponyville alone. It was my plan to just leave you outside, Applejack couldn't decide what to do and Fluttershy, being the animal genius, said we should just wait till you go. THAT'S it! Happy?'' And again, folded hooves and dismissively closed eyes...

I wanted to blame her for that... I oh-so wanted to blame her and the others for all of this. Just this time, I absolutely believed, that it wasn't my fault and therefore, didn't talk to them in the way I should have. No, all of this time, I blamed them and they defended themselves. First it turns out that Humanoid life is nonexistent and now it turns out I was wrong all the time and that is how I moved into an argument... being wrong all the time...

It was a rather embarrassing situation for me and the fact that they ordered a 'red alert', all because of me... even better...

I sighed, closing my eyes. ''Way to ruin my first impression...'' I reopened them, looking at the blue one. ''I am sorry for rudely waking you up. I understand you were scared and it seems I successfully got myself into trouble, without me knowing it. Honestly, the greatest mistake of mine, since my arrival in Equestria...''

''Tck... I wasn't scared...'' Pouted the blue one, revealing me the key to her temper...

She was scared and judging by her behavior around the others, she was the one, who would always stay brave and lead the team to danger. But what happens, if the encouragement ceases to exist from the brave one, all because even the bravest of all falls into a state of fear? She wanted to show courage in front of the others and I bet she was trying to hide her fear via anger...

Or she couldn't take a scare prank as a joke and she didn't like my 'surprise'...

Either way, I understood her attitude in front of me and all those negative feelings towards her vanished from my part...

I let out a huge sigh before slowly rising to my feet and looking at them, I nodded once. ''It is time for me to go. Again, I apologize for creating such panic. I could only hope to be accepted in this town, after what I had caused.'' I looked down to the unicorn, who sat up in the seat to my right. ''Would you kindly lead me to the Mayor? I'd like to start my new life at last and I am sure that I will have to do various things before leaning back in my house.''

''Of course... Outsider.'' She jumped down from her seat, rounding around the couch and starting to approach the door.

Meanwhile, I turned to the others. ''... I was about to say: It was a pleasure meeting you. However, I cannot say that. But I would be lying if I would say: It didn't worth it... If only our first impressions would have been a shade brighter...''

''Ah, shoot, nothin' went as planned as we wanted. Ah think we should start over? We oughta fix this impression of ours. How 'bout this: If ya' ever need some bits, come help me out on tha farm and Ah'll pay ya'. Sweet Apple Acres could always use a powerful hoof.'' The farm pony offered, further improving the aimed respect towards her. And because of that, I got reminded to make a list later. New life, new place to live, new job to do... I had to make a living...

But that should be later, after receiving my house and thinking in silence, as long as I want...

''That we'll do and I highly appreciate your offer. I'll certainly keep it in mind...'' I thanked her, turning the yellow one and bowing quickly, before moving to the blue one. ''Rainbow Dash.'' I nodded at her, waiting for a response.

''Outsider... if that is what your real name actually. I don't trust you, not one bit...'' And another pout, aimed towards the bookshelves, while she folded her hooves. One thing was clear about her acting skills... they were too transparent, if one knew the backstory...

''I'm watching you, just so you know. Try anything funny and you'll be sorry to be here...''

And it was at that moment, when Dhanthas thought I needed some backup... with full force...

Out from my right shoulder, erupted my Dark self and while he was pointing at the blue pegasus, I got thrown onto the ground, nearly hitting my head into the left couch. ''And I'm watching YOU, like you were watching US in the alleys!''

I picked myself up, feeling momentarily dizziness, as the additional Energy amount suddenly left me. I shook my head really quick, regaining my senses and approached the Energy filled man, whose clothes were the only real part, along with his hair, eyes and some skin on his left arm. It seemed that the more he improved as a person, the more he became real...

''Dhanthas!'' I delivered a satisfying punch to his left lower-jaw, sending him slamming onto the ground. Knowing well to use Energy in my strike, my blow didn't went through him, but damaged his spiritual self, greatly. ''This is your biggest mistake so far!'' I skipped to his lying form, picked him up by his throat and consumed him back inside me.

Expecting a barrage of questions, reactions and a most definitely enraged pegasus, I turned around as calmly as possible, not wanting to scare them away...

As predicted, the pegasus had taken up a defensive stance, ready to fight. Her wings were extended in a threatening way and her magenta eyes gave a bonus intimidation to her...

The yellow pegasus wasn't even on the couch anymore, but on the first platform of the library, watching the events from upstairs. Like the wind blowing the branches on a tree, she was shaking in the same way, hair- mane covering one of her terror-filled eyes.

The farm pony just couldn't make up any of this and just resumed looking at me with a dumbfounded expression...

And the unicorn's features were priceless, I tell you. Jaw hitting the ground, large as dinner plates eyes and frozen stature...

''I may not going to explain this, but I can assure you, he won't come back anymore... I'll make sure of that.'' I reassured them, trying my best to look casual in any possible way. Posture relaxed, not tensed to accidentally give the impression that I will lash out. Hands visible on my sides and face showing nothing, only my neutral stone face.

I even listened to my voice, trying to make out any break or some sort of sign, that could have brought me more problem...

''Oh, yeah? Because the unlucky prey will be completely eaten inside you? I told you he could eat somepony and look what just came out of him!'' She flew right in front of me, face to face and she continued. ''You're a monster! I don't care if you can talk, you are a monster! And I told you, you will regret coming here, if you try anything funny. What do you say to THIS, then?!'' She kept on hovering in front of me, expecting an answer.

Well, I gave her one...

''You are right and wrong at the same time.'' I started, glancing up at her forehead and noting another key to her temper. A nearly invisible bruise, probably from slamming into the bookshelves... two keys, I wondered if she had more of these. Now I understood her anger even more and my shame bloomed even more...

''For you, I may be a monster. For others, YOU are the monster and I am the ordinary being. Please, do look at this from a third aspect like proud Applejack.'' I glanced behind her, spotting the pony in question snapping out and nodding unsurely at me. ''Who you saw getting out of me, is one of my alter-ego. Unfortunately, not my Light self decided to show and introduce himself in his own ways.'' ''Speaking of Light self, Dhuradhan! Help me with this upcoming healing!'' Instead of receiving a reply, I felt Dhuradhan's Energy, moving into my left hand, which was hidden away from the ponies.

''As I said, he won't come out ever again, I'll make sure of that.'' Thankfully, the bruise wasn't a huge, agony filled one, but a tiny, annoy-mark. Therefore, charging up the healing Ability, I did a brave move...

''Now, allow me to fix one of my mistakes, along with showing my regret for physically hurting you...'' And with a quick motion, I had her forehead in my left hand, while the right one moved behind her head.

''Wha-?! Let me- ... go...'' Her eyelids started to sink down slowly, as the headache of hers suddenly eased down to nothingness. As she started to fell limp in my hands, I quickly moved my right hand behind her back, leaving her rainbow colored mane, gently taking into its texture. I could swear, it was better than any other creature's hair! The silk like, yet strong hairbreadths were something I would have never thought to have the privilege to experience on my very hands.

''What did ya' do to 'er?!'' Now the farm mare stood up in her seat, while I carefully placed down the blue pegasus onto the couch next to her. Upon seeing that, I think it stopped her from attacking me, because her slight frown disappeared, a look of wonder replacing her expression.

When the unicorn arrived at the couch too, I calmed them down. ''She just experienced Fast Healing and the numbing sensation is what makes her unable to continue doing physical activity. Furthermore, her problematic temper will be cooled down, letting us to be in silence at last. I apologize for causing you a bruise like that... hurting a female is a big shame for me...'' The only response we received was a groan from the knocked out pegasus and I made my way over to the door.

''I think I should leave, seeing as I had caused even more trouble than I thought. It will be a thoughtful solution, to just leave you ponies be on your own, before I accidentally hurt you somehow...'' I opened the door and held it like that for my guide equine to come. ''Twilight Sparkle? Shall we get going?''

She stared at her friend in wonder, then at last, tore her gaze away from her. ''Y-yes, I'm coming.''

''Do not worry, she will be awake soon, better than ever.'' The unicorn stopped before the door, waiting for me. I motioned for her to go and her smile returned thankfully - slightly, but surely - , probably appreciating my polite gesture. I moved into the doorway, looking back at the other ponies. ''Have a wonderful day!''

And with that, I left the three of them, in hopes that at least they will accept me...

Along with the other equines....

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Power Trees:

This how the magical arts define the different kinds of Spells/Abilities.

Example: Alteration, Conjuration, Summoning, Enchanting, Morphing, Transformation etc...

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Alteration: One of the Power Trees.

Bending the reality of something, via Spell or Ability, all the while using Energy. Alteration comes from completely using energy. (Therefore, Balance doesn't use Alteration to Morph his arms into claws. It's inside him, with a Bound feature.)

Examples:

- Telekinesis. (Because the caster makes the gravity to disappear around the target, without using a relic or other object. Therefore, BENDS the reality...)

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Fast Healing:

Charging up a certain amount of Energy in your hands and transferring them into healing, it quickly heals a certain amount of damage (Depends of how much Energy you put into it...) and to save the target from the pain, the spells numbs that spot and spreads it around the body. Useful for minor wounds and bruises and it should not be mistaken with Instant Healing...

Warning: It could cause slight dizziness and loss of focus, which is not good in the middle of a fight...

Pro Tip: Use this Ability/Spell with a certain kind of Energy (Light Energy, for example...) to increase Fast Healing's performance. Using it with Dark Energy will cost more Energy to do so...

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A'nforian:

The name of all living beings/creatures, that are forbidden to be seen by Mortal eyes.

Examples: Elves, Spirits, Gods, Saints, Legends, Dragons, Anthropomorphics, Ents etc...