I woke up the sound of iron hitting iron. Not the most pleasant sound to wake up to but it would do. As I opened my eyes, I realized that I was in the same prison cell as before. My head turned to see what made the sound that forced me to wake up, and it was a guard here to give me what looked a bit like food. He roughly tossed an iron bowl filled with slightly wilted leaves at me.
''It’s breakfast. The princess made sure you got something that looked like an edible meal. Trust me, you do not wish to see what we feed prisoners,'' the guard said and I took his word for it.
''How long was I sleeping before yesterday?'' I asked, looking at the bowl of green food.
''Four days. Got to hand it to ya, it isn't easy sleeping in Canterlot,'' chuckled the guard. I looked towards him for a brief moment before I stared down at the bowl he gave me.
''Aw, what’s the matter? Don't know how to eat a salad?'' the guard mocked.
''Shut your mouth... I can barely remember anything at all,'' I replied quickly.
''Look, since you obviously don’t realize your place here, I’ll be nice this one time and explain. You are in no position to tell me what I can and cannot do, pal,'' the guard started to say.
''But I AM , and we do not take it lightly when our guards start abusing their authority,'' said Princess Luna as she entered the room. She presented an air of authority, boldly striding in the prison. Her dark fur pristine and purple mane perfect as she confronted the guard.
''Princess! Um... The prisoner!” he said as he pointed a hoof at me. “He began ... started ... erhm... He started acting violent…’’ The guard stuttered nervously.
''Is this true?'' the princess asked, flipping her mane in the guard’s face as she turned towards me.
''Well, if you count responding after being mocked aggressively or violently, I'm guilty as charged,'' I replied.
''Well, to tell you the truth, I am very disappointed in thou, lieutenant Night wing,” she said strictly, glancing back at the guard pony, “and thou can go back to the barracks.”
The guard nodded before he left the room. Luna turned around and faced me before her horn engulfed itself in a dark light and sent over a knife and fork.
''Thank you princess Luna. Now I don't won’t to be rude, but what are those markings you have on your butt?'' I asked, hoping she didn't take it the wrong way.
'' That's my cutie mark'' said Luna proudly
‘‘Cutie mark?'' I asked
‘’ You humans don’t- ‘’ started Luna before she stopped herself.
‘’I don’t remember much, but I don’t think we have one,’’ I said looking at Luna. The princess blushed and turned away.
“Hey Luna. I mean, princess. Look, I don’t know everything about myself, but I wouldn’t hold it against somebody if they asked me about it. Of course, it’s a little sad, but it wouldn’t stop me,” I explained.
Luna looked at me for a moment. I started eating the food I was given but found it difficult to use the knife and fork Luna gave to me earlier. I quickly learned how to use it, though I could hear Luna chuckling at my struggle.
‘’Well, a Cutie mark shows what that pony’s special ability is,’’ explained Luna with good spirit.
‘’So you’re special ability is the moon and stars?’’ I asked
‘’You could say that. I move the moon, to be more precise,’’ answered Luna.
‘’I’m sorry, but did you say move...?’’ I asked in disbelief. Luna nodded to answer my question. I finished my breakfast and looked around the cell. Luna opened the cell door and levitated a chest with her as she walked in.
‘’This is some off your belongings. My sister and I have agreed to give you some of your things back now,’’ explained Luna as she placed the chest before me. The Lunar princess opened it, taking out a bracelet and shirt before she closed the chest. I took the bracelet and shirt before looking at Luna.
‘’Is this all my things?’’ I said, a little disappointed.
‘’No, but this is all we agreed on giving back for the moment,‘’ replied Luna. I understood their decision, but I didn’t like it. I strapped on my bracelet and admired its design. The bracelet was leather and it had a triangle in the middle. I was not sure what it meant, but I thought it looked cool, and that’s probably why I choose it the first time. When I put on the shirt, a sudden rush of images flashed before my eyes, ending at a scene on the rooftop. Voices flooded my head, unfriendly ones taunting and teasing me.
‘’ Now, Ben, this part is easy. Just jump to that roof top over there and no fancy tricks or flips, okay? ’’ said an unfamiliar voice.
‘’ Look ***** I’m not sure about that. What if I slip?’’ I heard my voice say nervously.
‘’Relax, Ben. Worst case scenario is if you slip, you’ll break your arms, maybe legs, and can’t do this for a while,’’ said the first voice. He sounded relaxed but still spoke with a serious tone. “Look, I will do it first so you can just follow me. The pictures of the rooftops ended.
‘’BEN?! Are you there?’’ asked Luna nervously.
‘’Yeah I just got a flashback or something‘’ I said as I came back to reality.
I gave the princess a reassuring look, explaining that I did space out but I saw a beautiful city and a beautiful sunset.
‘’My sister wish to speak with thee now,’’ said Luna
‘’Sister? Do you have a sister?’’ I stuttered, Luna nodded and walked out of my cell. I followed shortly after. It was short walk, and I couldn’t stop being amazed over what must have been the throne room. Romanesque pillars supported the dome ceiling. This grand and magnificent room had a large red carpet leading up to the two thrones. Luna took her spot in one seat, and a large white pony was waiting in the other. This pony had a long bright blue mane with pink streaks. She also had a horn and wings, like Luna. Their contrasting colors seemed as if they were opposites.
‘’ My name is Celestia, and I’m the Solar Princess of Equestria,’’ the white pony anounced.