Twilight is called in by Cadance to translate some old books in the Crystal Empire's library. To Twilight's chagrin, Cadance takes the opportunity to try and put her together with Flash Sentry. Twilight is left with no choice but to confront her feelings towards the guardspony.

(Cover art courtesy of Deviant Art member Coolez.)

This story is a sequel to The Order

Despite receiving a harsh reprimand from Captain Ironhoof for his "little stunt," Flash Sentry still struggles with his forbidden feelings for Princess Twilight Sparkle. Maintaining a professional stance while adhering to the law of the land proves an even more difficult task, especially when his one act of defiance only seems to awaken the seething rebellion within him.

When Flash is assigned to escort Twilight to the Crystal Empire at Princess Celestia's insistence, tensions on all sides only seem to escalate.

Full list of character tags: Princess Celestia, Princess Luna, Princess Cadence, Twilight Sparkle, Flash Sentry, Shining Armor, Discord, Prince Blueblood, OC, Other.

Thanks to Sir Rustbucket and Holo for editing.

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Rated Teen for some language, mild violence, and thematic elements. Sex tag is for sexual references in dialogue and implied sexual situations.

One day in the Crystal Empire, Shining Armor is asked by both his fellow guard Flash Sentry and his sister Twilight Sparkle for love advice. Being the kind pony he is, he helps them both. After all, it can only be a coincidence. What are the odds of a connection between them asking for love advice on the same day?

Thanks to Resonant Spark for being my editor. I have an editor now.

Twilight Sparkle, a new ruler in Equestria, has only been a princess for a few weeks. She just returned from an adventure in a new world that she never knew of, but she still doesn't feel ready for life as a leader. On the other hoof, Flash Sentry is just a new member of the Canterlot Royal Guard. As a member of the guard, his job is to protect the three princesses in Canterlot, as well as tour with them wherever they go. He also develops a slight crush on the princess, but is the feeling mutual? As a tradgedy falls upon Canterlot, their true feelings must be revealed to save the world!
Ps. First story!

Twilight punches Flash Sentry in the face.

Several times, actually.

Flash Sentry visits Twilight while on vacation in Ponyville for a week. Will Twilight take chance on Flash or will she let him go?

Authors note: The story will be more of the interaction between Shining Armour and Flash Sentry and the bromance that doesn't blossom. I wrote this story solely because I really liked the idea of military ponies but didn't want to make an OC.

Thanks for reading

Flash sentry was a Pegasus royal guard with a lot going for him. He was working his way up the ranks as a prominent soldier, and was the rising star amongst his peers. After a mistake in battle causes Flash to question his abilities as a soldier, Captain Shining Armour reassigns him to castle guard duty in Canterlot.
During the captain’s royal wedding, Flash catches a glimpse of a purple unicorn mare. Months later, fate steps in and he meets her properly for the first time. When they start dating, it seems he had finally made a right decision… until Flash finds out who her older brother is.

Let the games begin! (wut)

Less on the romance and more on the comedy. Don't think of it of a TwiXFlash fic

Edited and Proofread by Level Dasher

Also the picture is by a very talented artist on deviant art. Here is his page
http://dm29.deviantart.com/

This story is a sequel to How to Date a Princess

The Pony of Shadows has been set loose on Equestria once again!

Now if only Flash could focus on THAT instead of having to try and NOT punch Star Swirl the Bearded in the face! It would HELP if he stopped criticizing his mare friend for TWO FREAKING MINUTES!

This is going to be a loooooooooooong day...
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UPDATE: OH MY LUNA, I GOT FEATURED!!! I honestly can't believe this happened AGAIN!!!!!!! EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (02/14/2019)

Cover art belongs to dm29 on DeviantArt.

Sorry if the cover art isn't quite related, but it's the only one that I thought would fit.

Also, Happy Valentines Day

Alternate tags:
Don't punch him. Don't punch him. DON'T PUNCH HIM! Remembering to try and avoid punching. Epic make-out memory. Punching the REAL bad guy elation. Still not punching. Argument. More argument. Lightning. ONE JOB!!! THUNK! Apologies. Still in trouble.

This story is a sequel to How to Date a Princess

It has been two years since Flash Sentry has begun dating the most beautiful pony in Equestria, Princess Twilight Sparkle. The years have been fun, exciting, and full of love and adventure. And now, it is time for him to show her just how much he loves her...

Or at least, it WOULD be if he weren't currently tied up in a warehouse on the outskirts of Ponyville by a bunch of ponies that think they actually stand a chance of kidnapping his marefriend. ESPECIALLY once she realized he's missing.

To be fair, he did try to warn them...
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UPDATE: HOLY LUNA, THIS GOT FEATURED!?!?!?!? EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE (Bounces around like Pinkie on a sugar rush)!!!!!

Story is a sequel to 'How to date a princess' and a prequel to 'How to propose to a princess'

The cover art belongs to the incredibly talented dm29 on deviant art.

Alternate story tags:
Kumquats, too much rope, annoying sun, possible concussion, clearly obvious villain, 'why couldn't this wait until tomorrow' cliche, marvel references, punching, internal laughing at villain's stupidity, underestimation of Princess Twilight, overestimation of Flash Sentry, Mental hilarity, gift shops, more marvel references, head injury, royally pissed off Twilight, one last marvel reference, 'I need a hospital' cliche, romantic make-up date, and hope for the future.

Flash Sentry really needs to watch his words. Particularly when talking to certain individuals.

From the All The Time In The World writeoff.me contest where it placed 9th.