Starry Sky

by Fluttrick

Day of Summer Sun Celebration

Everypony gathered around the large, stage-like platform as Celestia hovered to the center of the stage. The large sun pedestal towered behind her as she raised a hoof, signaling silence across the vast crowd of ponies before her. Luna stood at the farthest side of the stage, where she could be easily seen, for there was no curtain, but at the moment all attention was directed to the elder alicorn speaking.

"Today, we rejoice for the beginning of yet another radiant Summer to take on our beloved land." Just as everypony began to cheer again, Celestia spoke once more. "But..." And so the crowd silenced in response. "Not only do we rejoice in the name of a new Summer, but also in the name of a new celebration." Luna's ears perked up upon hearing this, and so did the crowd's as everypony literally leaning forward for the new holiday. "I am sorry to say this, but it is not for me to say. I call Princess Luna to take my place in announcing our new celebration." Celestia turned to Luna and motioned her forward.

At the moment, Luna felt completely relieved. The entire time Celestia was speaking Luna held thoughts of doubt, not paying attention to her sister's speech. Then finally, her prayers are answered and she is suddenly called up front stage. Practically shaking with anticipation and joy, Luna stood at front of the stage.

She then cleared her throat and began speaking. "Citizens of Canterlot, and of Equestria, I know you came here today to witness the rising of the Summer sun, but with it, arises an announcement of an upcoming holiday, much like the Summer Sun Celebration." Luna took a deep breath before speaking again. "And so, with great pride and joy, announce the birth of the Winter Moon Celebration!" Her voice echoed across, but, there was still silence. Her eyes that swept across the crowd, searching for somepony, anypony that was excited in the least, but none appeared.

Just as the Princess of the Night began her way off stage, she heard a sudden hoof clap, then joined by a few others. Luna turned her head to the sound and saw Twilight Sparkle and the rest of her friends in a small area in the middle of the crowd. And soon enough, the ponies around them join in and before she knew it everypony was clapping and cheering her name.

"LUNA! LUNA! LUNA! LUNA!" The voices of many different ponies echoed aloud in unison. Searching for Twilight once more, she met her eye to eye as the two smiled ever-so widely. With a comforting wink, Twilight disappeared among the crowd she was in. The rest of her friends soon followed.

Returning her attention back to the mass of cheering ponies, she suddenly found her face wet with tears. She'd been crying without noticing it, but these were tears of joy she soon realized. After the past one thousand and two years, she'd finally gotten what she wanted. A friend, and possibly more to come. Love and respect from her subjects, but mostly love. And most of all her own day, to be the spotlight, to be the center of attention.

And with a large smile, Luna shouted out to the crowd. "Thank you, all of you." Then she felt a hoof rest on her shoulder. Turning her head, she saw her sister looking down upon her with a smile of her own. "Tia, I-I just wanted to thank you for allowing me this."

"But you deserved every bit of it Lulu, never forget that. Now, if you don't mind me doing my duty, I shall go on ahead with it."

"No, I don't mind at all Tia. But, you do realize the sun was supposed to be risen about five minutes ago, right?" With a blush after hearing her sister's words, Luna whispered in her ear. "Gotcha." With almost a giggle, Luna stepped down the stage and allowed Celestia to raise the sun, nearly blind everypony else so she could leave without notice. Then with a flash, Luna teleported out of the area and to her quarters in the castle.

With a deep sigh of relief she fell back into her bed. Everything had went perfectly, and if she couldn't be happier, but there was one pony she had to meet, though, not until the night. At the moment, all she had to do was sit back, relax, and wait.

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"So Luna, how was it?" Twilight asked first thing when they were at the empty field.

"Exciting, and-" Just then, Luna remembered her first priority at the moment."Twilight Sparkle," She closed her eyes for a second. "Thank you."

"For what?"

"For being the only one who cheered me on, well at first."

Realizing what she was talking about, Twilight said. "Oh, that? I was just doing what I thought right. And I only clapped because it was what I would do naturally. I don't care if anypony stares at me, or thinks I'm crazy." The unicorn made her eyes move in a circular motion which made Luna giggle a bit.

"Oh Twilight, you're the best friend anypony could ever ask for, you know that?"

With a blush, Twilight replied. "Aw, no I'm not. I'm sure there are others out there who can be more friendly than me."

"But, you're the most understanding of all of them, that much I can promise you." Just as Twilight began to argue, she realized there was no point. Luna was right.

"Oh yeah, I guess you're right. Maybe I've been a little bit too modest lately, haven't I?"

"Oh Twilight, modestly is one of your best qualities. Just remember when to embrace pride as well. Just like the night sky. The stars must shine and twinkle in the night, but the moon must shine just as much. Equality." Luna closed her eyes for a moment, then blushed, realizing how strange she'd just sounded. "Er, I hope I didn't freak you out about that."

"No, not at all." Twilight said, waving her hoof gently through the air as if to say, 'it's no big deal'. "I was just wondering, where you came to think of such a...a beautiful idea."

"Well, one-thousand years of banishment gives one plenty of time to think of such things..." All was quiet for a moment. Then Luna spoke once more. "But that's all behind me now, and the future is all that matters. We have many things to look forward to, and there are many preparations to...well, prepare!" The princess' expression now full of excitement and anticipated joy.

"Yeah, and one more thing Luna."

"Yes?"

"I noticed a new constellation in the sky, and I was wondering if you had a hoof in making it." She said while pointing her hoof to the constellation in which she spoke of. It was a picture, of, well, she couldn't quite tell. "What is it supposed to be?"

"Well, it's not completely developed yet, I need some time. It could take..." Hesitating to think about it, Luna then began pacing in circles. "It should take about six months!"

"Just in time for the Winter Moon Celebration too!" Twilight cheered. "Was that all according to plan?"

With a wide grin, Luna nodded vigorously then began once more. "Though," Luna took a deep breath, and then began. "The making of a star is hard already, but making a new constellation, that takes time, and I'm not sure if I can finish it by the time the Winter Moon Celebration." Luna was pacing again, which sorta made Twilight giggle.

"Why don't you ask your sister to help y-" Just then, Luna teleported in front of Twilight's face.

"You must never, ever, tell her!"

Twilight, whom had fallen backwards from the sudden reaction, looked up at Luna and then began once more. "Maybe I could help you with it. You know, I'm a great astronomer myself. And I've always wanted to make a star, no, a constellation was it?" The unicorn was now on her feet, jumping up and down with anticipation and excitement.

"Are you sure Twilight, 'cause I think that would mean less time to spend with your friends."

Twilight had no second thoughts. "Oh it's okay. They won't even notice! They'll just think I'm in the library reading books." Twilight joked and Luna giggled. "But it's all in good fun. And hey, Luna. You wanna know what Rainbow Dash calls me?"

"What?" The princess's eyes rife with curiosity.

"An egghead!" The two automatically fell back in abrupt laughter. Just as the laughter died down, they laid on their backs, star gazing much like the first night they had to themselves.

"You know Twilight, this Summer Sun Celebration was the best one I've ever had." Luna began with a sigh.

"Hmm, me too."

"I mean, it could have turned out a lot worse. I mean, I could have lost control, and I dunno, plunged Equestria into eternal darkness again." Luna said jokingly.

"Well, now that we're friends and all, I was wondering if I could ask you, how did the Nighmare Mo-" Just then Twilight felt a hoof against her mouth.

"That's another story, for another time. Now then, you best be off. You're dragon, Spike I take it?" Twilight replied with an honest nod. "Spike, will be worried about you."

"Yeah, you're probably right. Well then Luna, see ya later!" Twilight galloped off, then disappeared in a flash. Her teleportation skills had gotten much better in such a short time. An element of harmony, no, the element of magic to be precise. Gifted and talented, just like her mentor, Luna thought to herself.

She was alone once more, but not alone at the same time. She would never be alone again now, she had Twilight Sparkle. Never. The word lingered in her mind. Next, the word, forever. But...why did that not seem possible to her, and why did she have a feeling that realization would strike her once more?

Shaking off the thought, Luna flew off into the night. Too mentally exhausted to teleport to her quarters. This was going to be a long night.

Comments

[Fluttrick]

Well then, I know I said it would be a one shot fiction, but now, well, I think I'll continue it for like two more chapters.

[Midnight blaze]

Very good I like this and will keep watch as it progresses well done

[Fluttrick]

No feedback? Aww, I was hoping for some...

[Trials]

Sorry I'm late to the party - been pretty busy recently. Heard you wanted some feedback.

Overall, this is good. The concept is original, and I literally have no idea where it is going. While this can be sometimes bad with stories, this story makes good use of that element. However, it may need some development. Some of the lines you put for Luna seemed a bit out of character. For example, she says, "I dunno." To me, that doesn't sound a lot like Luna. You did nail Twilight's speech though, so that's fine.

Looking forward to the next chapter, whenever that will be.

[khatre]

I Love the "i believe in you" Twily and can't wait for the first kiss.
TwiLuna forever!

[Fluttrick]

1127438 Err, sorry but no shipping. I'm not good with that kinda stuff. Sorry

[khatre]

1128738
I'm perfectly happy with Friendshipping.

[Fluttrick]

1129755 Ok then, thanks for understanding!

[Autism Man]

I like, Please write more sire!