As the Crystal Empire returned to normal and its citizens are free from being enslaved again the gang all headed back home to Ponyville.

“I do so wish it was permanent. Did you see how my mane just absolutely sparkled?” Rarity said.

“But... good things are better when they're a rarity.” Applejack said.

“Aww.” Rarity said and laughed

“Everything's gonna be okay. You've gotta stop saving my rump like this. It's starting to get embarrassing.” Shining said.

“Wasn't me who saved you in the end. It was Spike.” Twilight said.

“It's just a test. Maybe she'll let you retake it.” Shining said.

“I don't think she's gonna give me a new test.” Twilight said.

”I keep telling you to stop freaking out. But we all saved the Crystal Empire in the end. It’s gonna be ok.” Kyle said.

“Keep it together, buddy... Gotta stay strong... for Twilight...” Spike said to himself.

Back at Canterlot Celestia saw the Empire shining it’s light through out Equestria.

“It's beautiful.” Celestia said.

“I wish it had been me who ultimately made it so. But it wasn't.” Twilight said.

“Twilight, as I understand it, Spike brought Princess Cadance the Crystal Heart because you weren't sure how quickly you could find a way to escape the tower. You weren't willing to risk the future of the citizens of the Crystal Empire in an effort to guarantee your own. Far better that I have a student who understands the meaning of self-sacrifice than one who only looks out for her own best interests.” Celestia said

“Does this mean...?” Twilight said.

In the other room everyone was waiting for Twilight to return. Spike was nervous about this.

“She's totally gonna lose it!” Spike said breathing heavy. “Keep it together, buddy... Gotta stay strong... for Twilight...!”

Then Twilight came out with a big smile on her face.

“I passed!” Twilight said.

Everyone cheered long and loud when she mentioned the good news.

”Well good job Twilight. Now you can finally relax and not freak out again.” Kyle said.

“Yeah. And Kyle? Since you helped us stop Sombra Celestia offered you to stay with us in Ponyville as your home.” Twilight said.

”Well that’s great news! Hear that boys? We’re starting a new life in Equestria!” Kyle said as everyone cheered again.

And so it was that a new hero came out and stopped an evil king from taking the Empire. Kyle will always remember that day for the rest of his life as The Nightmare.

The End