We never would've imagined what this day could've brought. The girls and I had just defeated Grogar and exposed him to the gamers and to the world. He was arrested for all he'd done, and for his last act as a free man was to release Micro Software from his stasis pod. Needless to say Micro was outraged at how long Grogar's kept him under, and what he was doing while masquerading as him. And he vowed to right all that Grogar wronged. Outside Grogar anyone in the company that was in league with Grogar was arrested as well with all the Ravagers accounts removed from the game. Grogar's right hand Bray was spared arrest for helping us expose him, and because Luna transferred a huge sum to his account he vowed to keep our identities out of Eden.

That night at the tower, Spike and the girls were reunited with their families, as Celestia and Luna were overjoyed to be reunited with their mentor Micro Software. They were celebrating the families rescue, Micro's release, and their victory over Grogar in Eden with a pizza party.

Spike looked around smiling at everyone, until Torch, Ember, and Smolder approached, “Some party, huh?” he asked.

“You bet.” Ember agreed.

“The best.” Smolder added.

“This is how you celebrate!” Torch laughed.

Spike smiled, until a look of guilt grew on his face, “Guys, I am so sorry you got caught up in all of this.”

“It doesn't matter anymore, Spike,” Torch assured him, “You and your friends won, and rescued all of us. You're heroes.”

“Ya got that right!” Night Light agreed.

“We're so proud of all of you.” Velvet told her daughter.

“I never had any doubt they could pull it off.” Sweetie Belle said.

“Same here.” Apple Bloom agreed.

“Nobody threatens our families.” Applejack said holding her sister close.

Micro stood up and cleared his throat grabbing everyone's attention, “I'd like to make a toast. To Spike and to the Rainbooms. For if not for your courage and dedication I wouldn't be here right now reunited with my two pupils.” Celestia and Luna smiled.

"Cheers!" everyone announced before having a sip of their drinks.

“We should be thanking you, Mr. Software.” Fluttershy said.

“If it hadn't been for you, none of us would've truly been as close as we are today.” Sunset noted.

“Agreed. We were all brought together by a common cause.” Twilight said.

“To help expose Grogar and return you to control Eden.” Spike added.

Micro nodded, “And you have all succeeded. Because of you, Grogar is behind bars, I am back to keep an eye on my greatest creation. You shall all have my eternal respect as the greatest gamers to ever play in my virtual paradise.” Spike and the girls smiled happily, as Spike realized something.

“So, what happens now?”

“What do you mean, Spike?” Fluttershy asked.

“If rescuing Micro Software was the reason we were brought together to live here and attend Equestrius Academy, what happens now?” he pointed out.

The girls realizing that were curious as well, “Do we go back to our own homes?” Pinkie asked sadly.

“To our old schools?” Sunset wondered.

“Well, that sucks!” Rainbow frowned.

Twilight looked to Celestia, “What do we do, Principal Celestia?”

The families were also curious, as Celestia smiled, “I may have brought you here together to help me restore order in Eden by ridding it of Grogar, but I have watched you all form a bond of friendship both in the game and in life. And I would hate to break that up.”

“And?” Rainbow asked, as they all looked curious.

“You're all allowed to stay as long as you desire.” Celestia finished.

“YES!” Spike and the girls cheered.

“We get to stay!” Pinkie cheered while jumping around excitedly.

“So awesome!” Rainbow pumped a fist.

“Now that's some good news if I ever heard it.” Applejack agreed.

Spike looked to Torch, “Is that ok with you?”

Torch nodded, “You have to live your own life.”

“You all do.” Stellar Flare agreed.

“Thanks, everyone.” Twilight said as they were all so grateful.

Later on in Eden, Micro once again as Starswirl stood with Shenron and the Rainbooms with Celestia and Luna off to the side atop a stage where all the players who witnessed the fight against Grogar stood. But because Twilight and the other girls minus Fluttershy and Rainbow had gotten game over during the fight with Grogar they had lost everything from their money, weapons, and outfits and because of that they were wearing standard clothes.

“Attention, my gamers!” Starswirl began, “Today is a day for celebration for I have returned to take my rightful place in Eden that has been abused by Grogar!” the gamers cheered.

“And it would not be possible without the help of these brave players, Shenron and the Rainbooms.” the applause and cheers kept on coming.

“We just did what was right.” Shenron answered.

Starswirl smiled, “And as thanks for rescuing me and defeating Grogar I shall grant you a wish.”

“A wish?” the group asked.

“You may ask of anything. Certain power ups, a generous sum of coins. I'll even give you control of my castle.” the creator offered.

The girls and Shenron were surprised and excited on the possibilities until the girls talked it over. Soon Twilight spoke up, “The girls and I decided we want Shenron to make the wish.”

“Me?” Shenron asked shocked.

The girls nodded, “Wish away, Shenron.” Applejack beckoned him.

The dragon avatar blushed before looking back at Starswirl, “I can wish for anything here?”

“You can.” Starswirl confirmed.

Shenron looked back at the girls and smiled, “I wish for you to return the stats to my friends Twilight, Applejack, Sunset, Rarity, and Pinkie that they lost during our fight with Grogar.” the girls gasped at their friends wish.

“You wish for something for your friends here?” Starswirl asked curiously.

Shenron nodded, “I owe these girls so much. The least I can do is this.” the girls smiled happily.

Starswirl smiled, “Such a selfless act. The qualities of a true player. Very well. It shall be done.” he used his magic on the five girls and suddenly all their status had been restored, their outfits, their weapons, and their money.

“Hoo-wee! Now this is what I'm talkin' about!” Applejack cheered.

“We're back and better than ever!” Pinkie jumped around.

Rarity marveled she was back in her more fabulous attire in Eden, before running to Shenron and hugged him, “Thank you, Shenron! Thank you so much!”

“We really appreciate it, Shenron.” Sunset said gratefully.

“It's what being part of a team is. We look out for each other.” the dragon replied humbly. Celestia and Luna nodded to each other knowing they've come such a long way since they first started out.

Starswirl spoke out to the gamers, “And now players. Continue to have fun in my world and rest easy knowing there is no tyranny from within!” the players once again cheered.

Later on at the tower inside Celestia's room, she, her sister, and the Rainbooms were all making out with Spike in the buff.

“Spike, the way you took down mini-Grogar with that body slam was so awesome!” Rainbow beamed before kissing him.

“Thanks, Rainbow, but I couldn't have done it without Twilight tricking him into thinking she was going to toss me a growth mushroom.” Spike said, before kissing Twilight.

“Bait and switch.” Twilight laughed.

“And thanks to you, the girls and I got all our status' restored.” Rarity kissed Spike.

“That was mighty thoughtful of you, sugarcube.” Applejack kissed Spike.

“As I said, you girls did so much for me, and were there for me when I needed you.” he replied.

Both Pinkie and Fluttershy kissed Spike together, “And now that Grogar's gone, we don't have to worry about him or his Ravagers.”

“Al we have to deal with are simple rival gamers.” Pinkie smiled.

“Now that I can deal.” Spike laughed.

Sunset kissed Spike, “We can all deal. Together.”

Celestia and Luna both kissed Spike, “We're both so proud of each of you.” Celestia began.

“And even though your mission is complete we're glad to still have you all here with us.” Luna said.

“Wouldn't have it any other way.” Spike said, as he and the girls all embraced Celestia and Luna in a group hug.

The next day, things went about just how they normally did. Everyone was up enjoying breakfast, while Rainbow sat wearing only her undergarments. But this time Twilight nor any of the other reprimanded her knowing all the ladies present were lovers to Spike and knew they had nothing to hide from him.

And so we continued to live our days at the tower like we always did. Hang out, go to school, learn, have fun. The works. Without Grogar and the Ravagers pulling strings from behind the scenes in Eden it was much happier there for us and the players from all over the world. Even without those threats our time in Eden wasn't done. Not by a long shot. There's still so much to do and much to see. And I still aim to one day take control of Starswirl's castle, but this time with the real Starswirl behind the wheel. And this time I won't do it alone. Not without my friends the Rainbooms.

Spike and the girls walked to their VR platforms dawning their gear. They each grabbed their goggles before putting them on. Spike stood with his goggles above his head before announcing, “Game on!” he dawned them as the screen went black.

And there you have it. Another Spike story in the books. I hope you guys enjoyed it. And I hope to see you all around in the future.