//------------------------------// // Chapter 9: Royal Return // Story: Son of the Sun // by Buckeye49 //------------------------------// *Revision take: 1. *Edit: I made a friend in real life on deviantART timeline wise earlier so he will be mentioned from here onward I was now for the first time in Equestria, not only that but in addition to spend time here as was planned ahead and my human parents were informed, I would spend a few days here and take part in activities involving talking with nobles at a ball thrown for my eventual return to Equestria and the position of heir to the Solar Throne, while Sunset gained the Lunar Throne; all and all....I was scared out of my mind on the ball! The chariot was rumbling on the many yards to the castle itself, along the way I took in Canterlot as I passed the homes and buildings in the national capital; for the record another thing I discovered, guns exist here too...the guards escorting us had elegant and beautiful looking Bolt-Actions, they were unique yet looked similar to a bolt-action that looked familiar, if had to guess they looked like a blend between a British Lee-Enfield and a polished steel 1903 Springfield. "A lot to take in is it?" Celestia asked. "It is....it is...." I trailed off almost sounding overwhelmed. "You'll be fine David...I promise," Celestia said hugging me. "Thanks mom," "Welcome dear," Celestia said warmly, "I am happy you are calling me mom David, I hope after this DNA test you will be convinced you are who you are," she added. "I have a feeling it should be, it is what matters afterwards that is the issue," I observed. "That's for sure; the nobles will be a little annoying and Parliament will complain and interrogate but they will back off," Sunset observed optimistically. "That I am hoping for; I just want to have my life gain what stability it can have again and do what I must," I prayed. "You will have plenty of time for that, once you show you mean business I will make sure you have time to enjoy yourself, you will have too much to do when you take my place I have no intention throwing you into work after what you deal with," Celestia said. "Thank you mom; but as much as I love the idea of leisure I want to enjoy it only after making sure nopony will have any beef with me or have doubts about me," I said being nevertheless honestly grateful for Celestia wanting me to enjoy the leisurely side of life that people associate with being a prince. "Never heard that before, never heard of somepony rejecting or rather hesitating on an easy life as a prince waiting the throne," Sunset said chuckling out of surprise. "David is wise to say this; I will humor him on keeping occupied, but not on the level you are asking for," Celestia informed in a relenting tone. "Thank you; heh.....I cannot believe I am saying all this," I said chuckling at my own words. "That is you maturing David; you are learning how to make mature decisions and acting on adult actions," Celestia praised smiling, "For now I think you should take my suggestion and think about your homecoming party," she added. "You're gonna love Pinkie's party for you, Twilight said she was planning since she heard of you and worked really hard," Sunset said. "I do not doubt it....Pinkie being Pinkie I am sure she put her heart and soul into it," "That and little sleep...and yet she...." Sunset trails off. "Seems always hyper?" Sunset and I said at once, all three of us laughed at that. "Oh this promises to be a good visit," I said smiling ear to ear. "Indeed it will be, it will be," Celestia said leaning back and relaxing smiling warmly herself. We arrive at Canterlot Castle, and at the entrance was the familiar group of six ponies and young dragon standing with bright, warm, and eager smiles waiting to greet me for 6 of the 7, the first time. "Hel-lo David!~" Twilight chimed as she approached, "Welcome home," she added hugging me. "Great to see you again cousin," "How was the journey?" Twilight asked eyes bright and inviting. "It was a bonding experience for me and Sunset, learned about our diet and it was surprising," "Didn't expect meat did you?" Twilight asked smirking. "No he didn't...that and other things," Sunset said smirking; Sunset I thought if you pull something.... "Like what?" Twilight asked; Dammit Twilight do not ask her.... "Oh the pregnancy time for mares and that we don't go into heat," Sunset said smirking still, damn you Sunset. Twilight blushed then laughed at this before speaking to me, "Well it's nice to know he understands mares now," Twilight said, then after she said that Rainbow cracked. "I am sure you found that hilarious Rainbow....glad I amused you," I said annoyed with a near deadpanned expression. "Aw chill out David! I'm only pulling your leg~" Rainbow said smirking shaking my hand then giving me a hug men would give including a pat on the back. For the record to see the Mane 6 and Spike was as to be expected, different; each mare was unique in appearance. Each Mare looked like as described: Twilight was wearing the dress Rarity made unintentionally for her birthday in 'Sweet & Elite'. Rarity was as the girls were shapely to say the least and were attractive to the point of it being awkward, she was wearing the same outfit she wore in the same episode aforementioned, she was '6-6". Rainbow was wearing her Gala Dress and was I say blushing with embarrassment....fuller chested than I or others would picture her, her finger nails looked maintained and even painted and glossed....well newsflash the Rainbow I got to know...not as much a Tomboy as the show portrayed...shocker I know...She stood at '6-4". Applejack was wearing casual clothes typical for her worker style and also....had the shapely, attractive country girl look, the farm mare stood at '6-9". Fluttershy was wearing her Gala Dress and was I say blushing with embarrassment again....healthily full chested...Alex is in for a Heart Stopping girlfriend....correction Marefriend, she stood at '6-7". Finally there was Pinkie...wearing the same casual clothes her Equestria Girls human counterpart wore, she too was shapely but for her was a cute type of sexy....oh dear what is wrong with me? The party pony was '6-7". "Anyways....Welcome home David!" Applejack said hugging me firmly after an equally firm handshake. "Likewise Aj," I replied rubbing my hand, "I have some news for you but will get to it shortly," I added. "Sure thing David, I would like to hear all about it," Applejack said with a smile. "It is a pleasure to meet you David," Rarity cooed lightly embracing me. "I am happy to meet you too Rarity." "Hey there Prince David," Fluttershy said in her signature soft tone. "Heloo there Fluttershy, wonderful to meet you as well," I said warmly then hugging Fluttershy. "Same here...I heard there is someone you wanted to mention to me?" Fluttershy asked. "I will mention him shortly," I said; no sooner did I turn to address Pinkie did she pulled me into a bear hug I would expect from her. "Uh...Pinkie? Cannot....breathe!!" I choked out. "Oops...sorry..." Pinkie said looking guilty and hurt. "It is okay Pinkie, just be calm okay?" "Okay," Pinkie said looking more cheery. "Lastly but not least hey there Spike," I said. "Great to meet you Prince David," Spike said, the little anthro-fire drake stood at a stout '4-7" roughly a '61 Springfield musket. "Pleasure is mine, call me 'David' only Spike; you guys are friends," I said. "Sure man," Spike said. "Now that we are all introduced, come, we can talk more inside," Celestia said moving into the group. "Sounds good," Aj said. "Besides, I promised David, Pinkie had a big party planned out," Twilight said moving to the head of the other six. "I look forward to this party," I said. "Remember David, Pinkie put a lot into this party, so there will be a lot of decorations," Sunset informed. "I know Sunset, I am sure Pinkie went all out," I said. "I had to use 3 Party Cannons!" Pinkie said excitedly. "Really? Wow, that sounds like a lot...since I have a basic idea how much you can hold in 1 Party Cannon," I remarked. "Oh yeah! I remember...in-your-world-you-have-a-television-show-for-kids & little-girls-yet-adults & teens-watch-it-too-that-almost-word-for-word-event-for-event-captures-Equestria-and-the-adventures-Twilight-and-us-take-part-in-in-our-quest-for-friendship-and-protection-of-all-Equus!" Pinkie rattled off like a Machine-Gun. Nearly everypony were slack jawed in shock as Pinkie summarized MLP FiM in a nutshell and how I used this to know about Equus and Equestria.... "That...sums it up...pretty well," I said looking impressed yet amused at the 'psychic' like power Pinkie demonstrated once more, first seen in Equestria Girls 1. "Yay!" Pinkie said giddily. "Wow Pinkie, you amaze us once again," Rainbow said placing a hand on Pinkie's shoulder. "Pinkie is random," Aj said. "I got that...." I chuckled; soon we were in the castle and upon arriving in the room where the party was held I got an eye full....the room to say was decorated...would not say enough... "Whoa....." I said looking surprised. "Told ya," Sunset chimed in an amused tone. "I get I get it..." I said smirking and Sunset's antics. "Well now that we're all here, come on everypony WHOO-HOO!!" Celestia said moving ahead into the room. "Yes still getting used to that too," I said. "You and me both David," Sunset said. "Sister!" a voice called. "Hello Luna!" Celestia said hugging my aunt, there before me looking rather radiate was my aunt, Princess Luna herself. "Hello Tia! Where is the Guest of Honor?" Luna asked warmly. "He's right here," Celestia said point in my direction before heading to the snack table. "Greetings my nephew." Luna said walking to me and hugging as tight as one would expect from her. "Hey Aunt Luna, great to meet you as well," I replied affectionately. "Likewise, it is good to have you here; now my kin is reunited once more," Luna said beaming. "True...I trust this is very special for you as for me...though it has been a little rough for my human family," I stated. "I can only imagine...it truly must have been hard on you and your adopted parents, the arguments, grief, and conflict...it make me shudder to think of it," Luna said hugging me again by lightly this time and nuzzling me too. "Things got less tense as time went...but my mom is still clinging to me as if I were hers, she even 'attacked' Celestia through words," I said. "You mean she talked about her within your adopted home?" Luna asked. "Yes; between me and her she attacked Celestia's character and questioned her," I clarified. "Oh dear...well I can understand that, a mother, especially adoptive mothers seldom gives up their child without a fight," Luna reasoned. "Her words were pretty hurtful to my surprise, unlike her in my opinion...but she felt her words were just," "Perhaps some of her words were true but again...is returns to the feelings of a mother," Luna said sagely. "I suppose..." "Something wrong over here?" Celestia asked coming over while holding a plate of...you guessed it, cake. "Nay sister, just a small discussion," Luna white lied. "You sure?..." Celestia asked looking suspicious. "Yes Tia...Tis nothing to be concerned over," Luna affirmed. "Very well...." Celestia said backing down. "Eating cake I see," I remarked. "Because there is?..." Celestia said looking perplexed. "Just do not eat too much okay mom?" I said smirking, I got a deadpanned expression from Celestia as a result making me laugh a little. "Ha-ha David....I don't over do it anymore...besides I posed for that photo on purpose," Celestia said placing a fork full into her mouth before turning in place to walk back to the crowd. "That was her excuse when I found out and she talked with me," Luna leaned in to tell me. "Ah...*chuckles*" I replied. "But in all honesty she has gotten her craves under control," Luna informed. "That is good but...it makes her unique," I said. "Yes but she is unique on her own, she needn't to crave cake to be unique," "I suppose Luna, that is true....Her impish side works as well," "Oh yes, Tia's need to prank is a notable trait indeed," "I am sure others will love that as well," I said motioning to Luna to follow me. "Yes they will David." "Hey guys? Cake?" Sunset asked me. "Sure, who made this?" "Guess~" "Pinkie I guess, it has to be" "It was...but I helped" Sunset said smiling brightly. "It tastes great," I said eating large scoops, "I see why Celestia is eating a bit..." I said stifling a laugh. "Let her indulge David," "I know Sunset....she deserves to enjoy herself," I said tenderly. "Hey so do you, come on there are things to do," Sunset said lightly tugging me to follow. "Alright then," I said following. I then talked a little and even did a few games as well, it was a fun first day in Equestria with new friends and family; also seeing Celestia being so happy and relaxed was a touching sight to see, also I got to see Luna be casual too; oh and I nearly forgot...Fluttershy then I have news for Applejack. "Hey Fluttershy?" I called. "Hey, what's up?" "Twilight told you that there is someone I was going to tell you about remember?" "Oh! Yes, I remember; Twilight told me his name is 'Alex'?" "Yes, his name is Alex; what did she tell you about him?" "That...he..." Fluttershy trailed off blushing. "He likes you?" I finished. "Y-Yes, that's it." Fluttershy said. "You okay about that?" "He sounds nice...shy like me Twilight told me," "He is, he is friendly too," I said. "That's good, I would like to meet him," "I am sure he would love to meet you, it is a dream for him," I said; Fluttershy blushed then giggled cutely, Alex...you are hated...*wink* I later headed to Applejack to inform her of her admirer, this should be interesting. "Hey Applejack," I hailed her walking over. "Howdy David, what's up?" she asked in her trademark friendly tone. "I was talking with Fluttershy about something that now you will know about too," I informed. "What is it?" "You like Fluttershy, have an admirer," I said almost hesitantly. "You serious?!" Applejack exclaimed in a surprised tone. "Y-Yes..." I replied nervously. "Whoa...I have an admirer...." Aj said looking stunned by the news as she seemed to let it sink in. "His name is Boaz, an unusual name but he seems nice and he really like you and wants to know the real you," I informed hoping it helped my case. "That name is biblical you know," Aj informed. "Really?" I asked surprised yet intrigued. "Look it up some time," "I shall; so what you think?" I asked internally antsy. "Well....Let me meet him first, then I'll consider it; how old is he?" she eventually said. "18," I replied. "Hmm.....A bit young but I will give him a chance," she said smiling to assure me she is okay. "Thank you Aj," I replied with a hug. "Sure thing Sugarcube," she said smiling, "Anything else about him?" she asked. "I have a few things," I said smirking though I am unsure how much to say. "Whoa now, just tell me what is important," Aj said chuckling a little. I soon informed Aj what about Boaz she needed to know and the party continued for a good while more, Celestia also informed me it would be either this month or next year that the ball for my return would take place, it depended on how well her talk with the nobles goes, and when I feel comfortable...of which I told her I hoped I would not make her wait long. "This has been one of the most fun times I've had in ages!" Celestia said 'glowing' as she smiled. "Indeed; I had a blast, I can not wait to see more of Equestria," I said. "That...is something you will have to wait on...." Sunset said cringing. "I see, I understand Sunset, it is because nopony knows about me yet," "Sadly yes...but!~ That does not mean we can't be discrete and sneak you into places," Celestia said smiling impishly. "True sister, and a disguise should be in order..." Luna suggested, "Plus it will help him get used to an Equestrian body," she added. "Good idea...I think...but while I am in the mindset, I have just the disguise for myself," I said. "Oh? What is it?" Luna asked. "Sunset? Do you remember what I showed you when you visited?" I asked looking at Sunset. "Oh yeah! That will work perfectly!" Sunset said. "Care to let us in on your idea?" Celestia asked. "Yeah, what are you talking about?" Rainbow asked. "You see Rainbow, in his world fans of the show that mentions us, have a persona that gives a pony form to each fan, made according to the person," Twilight explained, "There persona is called an 'OC' or 'Original Character'," she added. "Okay....so what is the disguise?" Rainbow asked. "My disguise is a Navy-Blue Unicorn, name choice I am not sure you would take seriously" I said. "Well it depends, what is your alter-ego?" Rainbow asked. "I chose the name, 'Bold Heart'," I said. "Really? That's your name?" Rainbow asked looking amused. "Well I think it is a great name choice," Rarity said glaring at Rainbow out of disgust for Rainbow's tone and attitude about my OC name choice. "It suits you," Celestia said. "Thanks..." "It's settled, that will be your disguise and we shall use it tomorrow for your tour of Equestria, more over Ponyville and places of interest" Luna said. "Sounds like a fun plan in the making," I said smiling. TO BE CONTINUED.