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// Acceptance and Guidance 
// Story: The Light Of Equestria 
// by Night--Mist 
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As Sora was at the foot of the thrones, one seating Princess Celestia, another her nephew, whom Twilight informed him was Prince Blueblood as they had trotted towards the thrones. Another that sit higher then Celestia's nephew's throne, but lower then her own sat vacant, and donned a moon atop the throne. That struck Sora as curious. But he would look into it later. Right now, he knew the Princess was the one who needed to speak.

"Young Sora. It is good to see you are up and about. But there are things we must discuss. So I do apologize if this becomes all a bit overwhelming. Now to put things into perspective. We understand that you are not from the land of Equestria, but you are here none the less. Further more, you are an alicorn, like myself, and my niece, Princess Cadence. This in and of itself marks you as one of the highest levels of nobility, which is a prince in your particular case. I have address to my subjects that you are Prince Sora. It is true many asked where you are from, and who your parents were. I of course addressed that we were not certain at this point, since you were hurried so quickly to the palace. Another thing I did state to my subjects that you would be taken into my care til further notice, so see this as a form of temporary adoption, til we are able to learn more about your situation together," Celestia stated.

"I will admit myself, I was not exactly on board with this, but given the circumstances, and the fact that you are an alicorn like my Aunt, Princess Celestia, it would have been uncouth of myself to turn you away," Blueblood admitted.

"I appreciate the honsety your highness. And I'll be sure to let you know more as time passes. Twilight has told me that, you could provide me a place to stay, at least until I can get my ship repaired," Sora informed them.

"Ah, so it was a ship? That's interesting to know. And indeed, there are many suites you can use for you personal quarters til you have your ship repaired. But I must ask, is there a particular reason you have ventured into our land?" Celestia asked.

Sora saw a look in her eyes, that said she was already aware of his actual situation, and would request a private audience with her in a bit, but replied. "Yes, my mentor, Master Yen Sid sent me here to interact with you and your subjects. Be able to, learn more, about your culture for, social relations."

"Ah, Master Yen Sid. I am familiar with him. It's been a while since we have spoken, I'll admit. I'll be sure to send him word as soon as possible that you have arrived, and are safe and well, granted you have a bit of a rough entry into our land. Now, there is more I wish to discuss with you in private. Twilight, Nephew, Guards? Would you be so kind as to exit the throne room. I shall be along shortly to see to your training we need to conduct today Twilight," Celestia assured.

"Yes your majesty," they all replied.

Sora definitely knew that Celestia was aware of more then she was letting everyone else know. And she was already a, well, should we say, trot ahead of Sora. As everypony exited the room. Celestia cast a spell. What it was, Sora was not sure, but she soon turned her gaze back to Sora. "Sora. I will be honest with you. There's more I know about you than even my subjects are aware. Rest assured, I have cast a spell that will cancel any sound from seeping through the walls, doors and windows outside this room, so this conversation is strictly between you and me," Celestia alerted Sora.

"Alright, so what is it you want to discuss?" Sora inquired.

"I am a very good friend of Master Yen Sid. I've known him, even from his days of being an child and an apprentice himself. It is true, I have not spoken with him in a few moons. So I know that "you" have not been to this world for as long as you can remember. That ship of yours allows you to travel between realms in space among the stars. He sent you here for a reason. And I am fully aware of what that reason is, but like he has told you, you must find out why you are here on your own. I will tell you there's more about you that connects to this world then even you are aware of. And you will be tested. I understand that you are here to find a darkness and combat it, and you will, you have a role to play in what is coming. But it is not the main reason you were sent here. Anyways, a mare, known as Nightmare Moon, will be returning. She is the very element of all that is darkness. She was banished 1000 years ago, into our Moon. Most know here now as "The Mare in the Moon". When she escapes, she's going to bring the full might of darkness with her. Twilight will be accompanying you on your venture, that much is certain, but in the end, there's a challenge that will ultimately test your heart as you face Nightmare Moon on your own. I do hope you complete this challenge, for, not only is my world at stake, but all the worlds. Nightmare Moon's hold over darkness is more powerful then anything you can imagine. If she succeeds, all the worlds will be shrouded in darkness," Celestia stated.

"I won't let that happen. No matter how powerful this dark mare is, she will not win," Sora assured Celestia.

"I hope you are right Sora. I can not stress, how important it is she is defeated," Celestia warned.

"Now. There is another matter I wish to discuss. My student Twilight. Already I can see that she has formed a bit of a bond with you. But that is more out of interest of your situation rather than just regular socializing. For the time being, we must let them believe you are under my care because your land in this world is too hard to venture out to without the use of your ship, so you will stay with us til I have sent word to Master Yen Sid the crisis is averted and that you require a means to get home if you haven't repaired your ship by then. Eventually, Twilight will be able to be trusted with your secret, but for now, we will keep it hush hush. Anyways, getting back on the subject. Twilight's socializing skills need improvement. She needs to make friends. But she tends to stay focused on her work. She needs a push in the right direction. Help her to make friends. She needs them. More then she knows. Now I am not telling you to not become friends with her at all. By all means, that would be great, just remember, whatever affairs that must be dealt with personally in our world, you must not meddle with those affairs, but as far as making friends goes, give her a push in the right direction," Celestia pleaded.

"Count on me Princess, er, should I be saying mother for the time being?" Sora pondered.

"Hmhm, I suppose, since I did mention you would be temporarily adopted, it would probably be wise to address me as mother," Celestia stated.

"Alright, oh, one other thing I must ask. That throne that sits just a tad below your own. The one with the moon upon it. Who is the Prince or Princess that sits there?" Sora asked in curiosity.

Celestia looked at the throne, then said, "That is something you will have to learn later on young Sora. Now come, we must make haste to the south tower, where my student is waiting. It will help you learn a few more things while you are here," Celestia said.

"As you wish, um, mother," Sora said, following Celestia's lead as they trotted out of the throne room together to meet with Twilight Sparkle. Sora knew one thing. This was going to be a one bit of a ride he would thrust into.