About a day had passed since the incident involving the giant storm that threatened you, Shadow, your girlfriends, and everyone else on board the Luxe Deluxe. Edge still hasn't returned to report to you guys on V/N's status regarding the Disharmony Stones, Shadow was still fighting with his inner edgy side, and you were patiently waiting for Edge to return.

Currently, you were in your bedroom watching tv with your harem.

Pinkie Pie: Wow! I never saw that coming!

(Y/N): ** It's a twist, Pinkie. You weren't supposed to see it coming.

Pinkie Pie: Ohhhhhhhh, I see, N/N!

Rarity: I simply must admit, I'm rather enjoying this series, Y/N.

She said as the others voiced their agreement.

(Y/N): Well, I'm glad, girls.

You smiled at them as they smiled back. Suddenly, you heard a vibrating sound coming from your desk nearby. At first, you assumed that it was your phone until you looked and saw that it was your journal. You realized that Twilight was messaging you as you quickly got up and walked over to it.

Sunset Shimmer: A message from Twilight?

(Y/N): Yep! Let's see what she has to say.

You opened the journal and read Twilight's message. After a moment of reading, you turned your head up to the girls only for them to see that you were now sporting and utterly shocked expression.

Sci-Twi: What's wrong, Y/N? Is V/N on the move again?

She asked. You responded by slowly shaking your head to the sides.

Rainbow Dash: Did Edge finally return?

You shook your head again.

Fluttershy: Then... what did Twilight say, Y/N?

(Y/N): She... she told me that... that V/N... is defeated.

Rainbooms: WHAT?!

Sunset Shimmer: Al...already?

You nodded.

(Y/N): It... it looks like it. She said that apparently he snuck into her castle's vault and tried to take the Storm King's staff, but she set a trap for him... which worked.

Rainbow Dash: It... it worked?! B-But what about the Infinity Amulet? That thing makes him ten times stronger, so how could a simple trap have been able to subdue him?

(Y/N): Believe me, Dashie, I'm just as confused as you are right now, but that's what Twilight told me.

Fluttershy: S-So... so does that mean that all of our troubles... are finally over?

(Y/N): Well... as much as I wanna believe that, Flutters, I don't think that's the case. His lackeys are hiding somewhere, so they're still a potential threat.

Applejack: ** Of course. It's never that easy.

(Y/N): If it were, the feds would be doing our job instead of us, AJ.

Pinkie Pie: Well, with V/N out of the picture, the threat is a lot less dangerous now, right?

Sci-Twi: As it would seem, Pinkie, but we don't know if V/N made them more powerful than they originally were, so they might still pose a major problem. By the way, did the other me say anything about what she plans to do with the Infinity Amulet?

(Y/N): Well, she said that she was gonna keep one of the stones with her for safekeeping and that she would hide all the rest with the exception of the Alicorn Amulet as she's gonna give that to Princess Celestia.

Sunset Shimmer: I think that's a good idea. Twilight's more than reliable, so she'll more likely keep one of the stones safe and sound.

(Y/N): I agree, Sunshine. I... I still can't believe that V/N's defeated.

Sci-Twi: Neither can we. He must have been reckless then if he was easily captured.

(Y/N): You think so?

Gloriosa Daisy: For sure! At least now he won't be much of a problem anymore, right?

Trixie Lulamoon: The great and powerful Trixie couldn't agree more!

(Y/N): I... guess so.

You said in a low voice as you sat down on the bed with a worried stare as your girlfriends didn't fail to notice it.

Sunset Shimmer: Why do you look so glum, Y/N? This is great news! We no longer have to worry about V/N anymore.

(Y/N): I-I don't disagree, Sunset. I just...I just have this feeling that this won't be the last we see of V/N. That, and of something bad happening. For some reason, they still linger even after hearing Twilight's news.

Rainbow Dash: Eh, I wouldn't worry about it too much, babe. I'm sure they'll go away if given enough time.

(Y/N): I... I don't know, Dashie. Maybe it's because of how much we've had to go through for the past year is what's caused me to feel like this. Either that... or I might now have PTSD.

Sci-Twi: I wouldn't be too surprised if you do. Considering that you practically dived about 34 meters deep in the ocean just to save Shadow.

(Y/N): Speaking of which, have any of you noticed any improvements he's made with Shallow yet?

As if that was his que, Shadow burst into your room with a panicked expression

Shadow Moonlight: Y/N! Y/N!

He said as he bent downwards in order to catch his breath.

(Y/N): Woah, woah, woah! Calm down. Just calm down, Shad, and tell me what's wrong. Use your words!

Shadow Moonlight: I sensed Edge's magic! He's in the realm that he created. You know, the one he used to train you and your girls? I sensed his magic somewhere in there.

He said as your eyes widened.

(Y/N): S-Seriously?!

Shadow Moonlight: Seriously! We've gotta go and see if he's oka-

He silenced himself when he saw your harem staring back at him quizzically.

Shadow Moonlight: O-Oh... I didn't realize you were on a date. ** Well, I just thought I'd let you know since I'm gonna head over there myself and see what's what. Hopefully, I won't be gone for very long.

Sunset Shimmer: It's fine, Shadow. Hey Y/N, why don't you go with him?

(Y/N): Really? I'd hate to just flake out on you all like this. ** Man, I'm getting a real sense of Deja vu right now.

Shadow Moonlight: ** Something about this feels vaguely familiar and I don't know why. ** Yeah, I mean, the time he spends with you girls is just as important and I don't want to take that away from you.

Rainbow Dash: Hey, we're superheroes now, Shad. The safety of one of our friends takes bigger priority over some silly date. Especially, since he's been gone for so long.

Shadow Moonlight: Well, if you feel that way...how about we all go then?

Rarity: It's fine, darling. We'll wait here until you boys get back.

She said as the other nodded in agreement.

Shadow Moonlight: I-If you insist. You in, Y/N?

(Y/N): Are you kidding? It's been a while since I've seen Edge in person, so of course I'm in. It might take my mind off everything else. Especially since I've discovered that Shallow framed him.

Shadow Moonlight: Well, alright then. We'll see you girls in a minute.

Your Harem: Hurry back, boys!

You nodded before you brought down your hand as your aura transformed into giant (F/C) colored ethereal claws. You then slashed the space in front of you creating a portal to Shadowlight's realm before you and Shadow stepped through as it closed behind you.

Once you were inside, you saw something that stopped you in your tracks. There, standing in the middle of the void... was Hollow Moonshine!

(Y/N): YOU!! SHADOW, GET BEHIND ME!!!

He nodded as he stood behind you as you flared up your aura in an intimidating manner. Surprisingly, Hollow put up his hands in a non threatening manner.

Hollow Moonshine: Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey! Calm down, both of you! I'm not here to pick a fight, I swear!

(Y/N): Yeah right! You're working for V/N, so why should we believe you?!

Hollow Moonshine: I came here on my own, alright? I needed to talk to you guys about something. Look, here...

He then got down on his knees and put his arms forward indicating that he was willing to let you bind him.

Hollow Moonshine: I didn't come here to fight. In fact, I'm willing to surrender myself to you just so you'll listen.

(Y/N): As if I'm supposed to believe that!

Shadow Moonlight: Y/N... hang on. He... he looks like he's telling the truth.

You turned back to him in disbelief.

(Y/N): But, what if he isn't, Shadow?

Shadow Moonlight: Look, V/N's taken care of now. Hollow just works for him but, that doesn't mean his views are the same as V/N's. If they were, he would be here with V/N's other creations.

He then walked ahead of you and towards Hollow who was still maintaining his current position. Shadow knelt down in front of him and looked him in the eye.

Shadow Moonlight: Hollow, did you really come here just to talk?

Hollow nodded furiously.

Hollow Moonshine: I did and by the way, I don't work for V/N anymore.

Shadow then looked back over to you.

Shadow Moonlight: I'm certain that he's truthful here, dude. I can see it in his eyes.

(Y/N): B-But... bu-

You tried to say, but Shadow interrupted.

Shadow Moonlight: How do I know? Well, I picked up a few tricks from Applejack and...also from Sugar.

You stood silently for the next couple of moments while thinking about what you were supposed to do here. Hollow, as well as his master, has been a constant thorn in your side ever since you learned about him. However, seeing him willingly surrender before you was... unbelievable. Although, Shadow's willingness to trust him is what made you start to calm down. You then sighed before making your aura disappear before walking over to the both of them.

(Y/N): Fine... but you'd better not try anything.

You said to Hollow in a serious voice.

Hollow Moonshine: I won't. In fact, I actually came to give you both something.

He held out his hand and opened it revealing a small black gemstone.

(Y/N): What is this?

Hollow Moonshine: This right here is Shadowlight...what's left of him at least.

At that moment, both yours and Shadow's eyes widened.

(Y/N): W-What?

Shadow's whole face turns pale as he drops to his knees.

Shadow Moonlight: N-No...he...he didn't...he couldn't have...

Hollow Moonshine: He did...stabbed him right through the center and the worst thing is, Shadowlight didn't have any means to attack him.

Shadow Moonlight: How...how could he do this?

Hollow Moonshine: I... I don't know.

Shadow Moonlight: V/N...no...

Shallow Moonshine: THAT SELF-RIGHTEOUS, SADISTIC, SON OF A BITCH!! FIRST OUR FATHER AND NOW EDGE?!! I WILL MURDER THAT BASTARD AND I WILL LICK THE BLOOD THAT SPEWS FROM EVERY STAB AND SCAR I GIVE HIM!!

His voice boomed. Once again, a dark aura leaked from Shadow's eyes and his eyes turned green as his face was filled with rage. Then, it reverts back to red while still having an angry look.

Shadow Moonlight: No! I don't want to hurt anyone, Shallow!

Shallow Moonshine: HE WILL GET WHAT HE DESERVES AND I DON'T CARE IF HE'S IN TARTARUS!! BOTH HIM AND THIS LITTLE CARBON COPY OF ME WILL SUFFER FOR ALL OF THE CRAP WE'VE BEEN PUT THROUGH!

Hollow and you slowly backed away from him as Hollow's eyes widened at witnessing Shallow's wrath for the first time.

Hollow Moonshine: ** O-Oh my god...Shadowlight was right. He is dangerous.

Shadow Moonlight: Don't do anything to Hollow! He just came here to break the news to us!

Shallow Moonshine: AND HE ALSO WORKS FOR V/N! ANYONE WHO WORKS FOR THAT PRICK DESERVES NOTHING BUT DEATH!!

Shadow Moonlight: No...he does...NOT!!

He raised his voice as he threw a punch to his own face, causing him to fall backwards onto the ground. This provokes Shallow into grabbing his arm and twists it, causing Shadow to let out a painful cry before elbowing himself in the chest. This eventually springs off into a fight between the two of them while attacking different sides of Shadow's body. You and Hollow just stood there, shocked and confused at what it was that you're seeing right now.

(Y/N): Hollow... you wouldn't happen to know how to separate these two, right?

Hollow Moonshine: I do, Y/N, but that's a bad idea. Shadowlight warned me and V/N that Shallow is a dangerous entity and if he were to be freed from Shadow...all hell would break loose.

(Y/N): Hollow, the longer Shallow stays in him, the worse he'll get. They're both destroying their own body and on top of that, there may even be a point where the Shadow I know won't even exist anymore and I can't have that.

Hollow Moonshine: Y/N, I understand that Shadow's your best friend but you're putting the world at risk for setting Shallow free.

(Y/N): When it comes to friends, sometimes you've gotta take a risk. Now, are you with me or not?

Hollow looked back at Shadow beating himself up with one of his eyes being green while the other was red as they continued to throw punches and kicks to opposing sides. He turns back to you and lets out a heavy sigh.

Hollow Moonshine: Anything to get that annoying edgy jerk out of our lives.

(Y/N): ** I never thought I'd hear myself saying this... but let's do this, Hollow.

Hollow Moonshine: Right behind you, Y/N.

You and him turned your attention back to Shadow who was still arguing with Shallow.

Shallow Moonshine: I'LL TEAR HIS WINDPIPE OUT AND SHOVE IT UP HIS ASS!!

Shadow Moonlight: Like hell you will!

He followed that up with a punch to his face before his other fist started punching his face too. You and Hollow slowly went up to them as Hollow started conjuring his magic.

Hollow Moonshine: Okay, this is incredibly risky, but I do believe that this will separate them.

(Y/N): Do what you have to do, Hollow, just... try not to accidentally kill him.

Hollow Moonshine: I can't promise that, Y/N, but there's a small chance that he'll die from this.

(Y/N): Is there anything I can do?

Hollow Moonshine: Yeah, try to keep them in place. If they move around too much, it can increase the risk of death.

You nodded and cracked your knuckles.

(Y/N): I can do that.

You said as you threw your hands forward and used your telekinesis magic to hold Shadow perfectly in place.

Shallow Moonshine: Y/N, YOU'D BETTER LET US GO, YOU EGOTISTICAL INCOMPETENT JACKASS!!

Shadow Moonlight: DON'T CALL MY BEST FRIEND A JACKASS!!

He punched himself again. Hollow inhaled deeply while channeling his magic before exhaling and opening his eyes.

Hollow Moonshine: Okay... here we go.

And with that said, he started using his magic on Shadow's body as he tried to struggle out of your magical grip, but to no avail. Meanwhile, Hollow continued to concentrate his magic. Soon enough, some results started to show. You couldn't really describe what you were seeing but the best you could manage was that Shadow was starting to look like two halves of a grilled cheese sandwich being pulled apart. One side of his body had his normal red iris while the other had that sickening green. Finally, with one last mighty tug, the two sides were pulled apart and separated as a bright light filled the void. When your vision finally cleared, you looked over at Hollow who uncovered his eyes.

(Y/N): Did it work?

Hollow Moonshine: I... I don't know.

He responded. You then heard a groan off to the side as you looked to see Shadow lying face down on the floor. You both rushed over to him and brought him up to his feet.

(Y/N): Shadow... is that you, pal?

He huffed for another few seconds before opening his eyes revealing themselves to be green as his face turned sour.

Shallow Moonshine: GET THE HELL OFF ME!!

He shoved you off and glared at you.

Shallow Moonshine: You both really shouldn't have done that! Because now I can finally do what I should have done long ago! I'm gonna kill you, Y/N L/N and this faker who took my style!

???: SHUT YOUR GODDAMN MOUTH!!

Another voice rang from the other end of the void before a dark red blast of magic quickly flew across the void and impacted Shallow as he fell to the ground with a groan. Yours and Hollow's jaws dropped upon seeing Shadow who stood over Shallow with a mean glare.

(Y/N): S-Shadow?

He looked at you and smiled.

Shadow Moonlight: It sure is, Y/N. Now, I think you two should probably step back. This is gonna get a little messy.

He glared back down at Shallow before walking over and standing right above him. Suddenly, he knelt down his level and started sending fast and hard punches to his face in a fit of rage.

Shadow Moonlight: ** THIS IS FOR TOYING WITH MY FRIENDS! ** AND THIS IS FOR BEING SUCH A JERK TO EVERYONE! ** AND THIS IS FOR MAKING CINCH'S LIFE WORSE WHEN SHE WAS ALREADY GOING THROUGH SO MUCH! ** AND THIS IS FOR BEING SUCH A PAIN IN THE NECK FOR Y/N AND HIS GIRLS! ** AND THIS...THIS IS FOR FRAMING EDGE!!

He kicks Shallow in the groin area before landing one final punch to his face as a few drops of blood could be seen leaking from Shallow's face.

Shadow Moonlight: It's your fault that he's gone. If it weren't for you pinning your attitude on Edge, he would still be alive today. My friend...no, my brother is gone because of you. On top of that, you made everyone see him and me as a condescending d-bag who can't let go of anything! I hope you're happy, Shallow. You've ruined not only my life, Y/N's life, and a lot of others, but you also took away one. One that I cared so, SO much about!

He sheds a few tears as he kicks the side of Shallow's head, resulting in a loud painful yell from Shallow. Weakly, he reached up to grab Shadow by his collar but then, he passed out. Shadow dusted his hands as he made his way back to you and Hollow who only stared at him with your jaws still dropped. Shadow wipes a few tears from his eyes before speaking.

Shadow Moonlight: Sorry you guys had to see that but, I couldn't help it. He's been nothing but making us turn against each other and I just had to let all of that go.

(Y/N): But...I thought you said that Shallow was all of your repressed anger?

Shadow Moonlight: Yeah, but after overviewing exactly what he's done while posing as me or Edge, I couldn't help but get mad at him. I mean, he was so annoyingly condescending at the Friendship Games and he had everyone, even me convinced that it was Edge. Thing is, I assumed he was dormant this whole time because he hasn't sparked up for years but, I guess he still was behind the scenes. ** Listen Y/N, I feel like you never got a proper apology for all of the crap that happened, so let me give it to you now.

He said as he took a deep breath before letting it out.

Shadow Moonlight: I'm sorry. You know, for all of Shallow's stupid shennanigans. All the painful BS he put you through, thinking that it was either me or Edge. It's my fault for not telling you about him in the first place. I should've been honest with you guys and it's my lack of communication that brought us all here. That brought Edge to his own demise and you to a breaking point. I hope you can forgive me.