A Tale of Two

by Inactive Pone


Chapter 11A: Show Mercy

Frisk smiled, and dropped her weapon.
'(Gasps) You're sparing me?' Gromiz asked, surprised.
She disabled her spell, and took off all her armour, leaving just the young girl that she once was.
'(Chuckles) My friends have a point. I shouldn't kill you after all.' She said.
As soon she said that, everyone cheered in happiness. Gromiz was crying tears of joy.
'Thank you so much... I will do anything to repay your kindness...' He cried, smiling.
The girl was a little bit depressed that she never truly avenged her parents, but she was glad to finally befriend him. She reached out to him and held out her hand.
'As long you don't kill anyone ever again... I will forgive you for your crimes. Even if you have killed my parents.' She explained.
He hesitated, but still grabbed her hand and made his promise.
'I'm just... So sorry for everything. It's too late to go back to what I have destroyed.' He sighed.
Frisk giggled, and hugged him.
'Wh-What are you doing?' Gromiz asked in surprise.
'(Giggles) I know you have not felt love for a long time. You deserve some kindness in your life. I understand that you didn't do this. It's someone else controlling you, I see it now. I should've been more understanding back when I first won against you. I know friendship wins and always prevails. You need to embrace it and forget about everything you have done to us in the past.' Frisk said, letting go. 'Will you forget your crimes and accept my mercy?'
Everyone hoped he would have a positive response.
At last, Gromiz put his hand to where his heart is, and held up two fingers. 'I swear to you, Frisk Dreemur, I will not harm anyone ever again and use my powers for good.'
She nodded, and shook his hand. 'You made the correct choice.'



Back on Earth, everyone was celebrating that the war was over at long last, and peace finally vowed through the land. Threats have come constantly, but thanks to their efforts, they were able to save everyone once again.
A speech was given out on the news about them declaring the end of the war, and for the king's apology.
'Greetings to all humans and ponies, we understand that the second pony war has been a terrifying experience, like the first. Many of us were separated. Many brave ones have come and gone. However, we are here to bring great and joyful news to you all today.' Frisk said on stage to everyone listening, whether at the live scene or not. 'Astell, take it away.'
She stepped up. 'After a long time, we are delighted to announce that the second pony war is officially over!'
As soon she said it, everyone cheered in happiness of long-lasting peace.
'However, the mastermind behind this war, has some explanation to do and owe us a big apology. Some of you may remember him, and some of you may not, but we would like to introduce Frisk's newest friend to you all. Please welcome, the former ruler of Britannica many years ago, emperor Gromiz.' Lunar said.
As you expected, when he stepped up to the stage, the crowd booed loudly. They yelled things such as 'You're a failure!' and 'Why isn't he dead!?' and even 'He should've been burnt in hell!'
The king was full of guilt, but still remained to be positive as he started speaking.
'Hello, fellow people. I understand how much pain I have brought to you all. And, all I can say at the end of the day, is that I have no excuse for what I have done. I am sincerely sorry to all of the human race and ponykind. But, let me explain myself. I was controlled by dark magic, that is why I became evil in the first place. To those of Britannica, whether I hurt you, or your family, I never wanted to harm you all. I wanted to save you from the previous ruler. Since my banishment, the magic grew and grew, until now. The real villain here, isn't me. Everyone here must understand my past.' Gromiz explained.
Everyone started chatting in confusion.
'Dark magic is hard to understand. And, I am depressed to say that it's power can come back at any minute. Even so, I hope you all understand what happened to me. Together, we can create a much better future. Again, I am sincerely sorry for everything.' He said, taking a bow.
Frisk came over. 'He may not be the best at friendship, but he is working on it. Hope you all understand and give him another chance. If he is willing to change, then I hope you all can adapt to his new self very soon. And finally, we deeply thank everyone who has supported us in our final assault, it wasn't an easy task. And we also owe a massive thank you to everyone's support for us even if you weren't there.'
As camera lights flashed here and there, the group on stage left.


And at last, the war was over. Once again, the worlds were completely different places after the war. However, with magic, Gromiz was able to time warp everything back to how it was before the war, saving all the countries a large sum of money on repairs. And, he has promised to redeem himself, and hoped to gain everyone's trust with him sitting on the throne of the country once again.
Celebrations were held worldwide to commemorate the end of the war. No one felt gloomy and no one complained. Finally, both sides can live together in love and peace.

A few days later, Felix got a phone call.
'Felix here, who's this?' He asked.
'Hello, my son. I just wanted to ask you something.' Gromiz told him.
'Oh, what is it, father?'
'I was just wondering... if you guys would be interested in a very special meal tonight at the Britannica palace? I wanted to repay your kindness to me.' He explained.
'Give me one minute.' Felix said, walking out the room.

In the throne room, Frisk was chatting with Twilight.
'I'm so glad our children are back together again,' Frisk said.
'(Giggles) Don't you remember? We hoped the friendship between us will continue on. And it did, it just took some time.' said Twilight.
'Hey Frisk, something interesting the caller wants to tell you.' Felix said while walking in the room.
She picked up the phone. 'Hello, who's this?'
'Ah, if it isn't Frisk Dreemur.' Gromiz chuckled. 'I was wondering if you guys are free tonight for dinner at the palace? For me to repay your mercy?'
'Oh, sure! I'll give you a call later if anyone of us can't make it.' She answered. 'Alright, talk to you later, Gromiz.'
She hung up the call. 'Wow, he's changing fast.'
'What did he ask?' Twilight asked.
'He said he want to repay our mercy with a fabulous meal tonight at the palace. Wanna come, Twilight?'
She nodded to her.


That night, they were outside the palace.
'I couldn't have spared him if it weren't for you guys, though.' Frisk said to everyone.
Jessica giggled. 'I can't wait to enjoy this feast!'
'Who wouldn't be excited for it?' Spike asked.
As they got to the door, Gromiz came out.
'Welcome, my friends! Glad you're here tonight to see what I have got for you all.' He said, bowing.
'What are we waiting for then? Let's go!' Asriel beamed.

They sat at the long table in the dining room, one side with the ponies, and one side with the humans. The chairs even had labels saying which person sits on which seat, with Frisk and Twilight at the front.
'Alright, let's see what this bad boy can do!' Gromiz said, laying a long tablecloth on the table.
'Hmm, I can't help but feel like this seems strikingly familiar...' Nathan said.
'Oh, you'll see.' He said. He lifted it at the end, and shook it forward. As it continued across, food and beverages started to appear magically on the tablecloth! Luxurious and pricy food, just for the most important people in all of Earth and Equestria.
'Wow, this is amazing!' Astell thought.
He chuckled. 'Don't be shy to dig in, you guys deserved all of this.'
'One problem, though.' Nathan said. 'Our kids may be a bit... young for the drinks here.'
'Ah, don't worry. It's not alcohol. I think one of your fellow friends may recognize it...' He glanced at Stacy, then went back to normal. 'I got some music as well, if you don't mind. Well, I won't disturb you guys any further. If you need anything, you know where to find me. Don't find the others, they have no idea about this. So, enjoy your time, be my guest, everyone.' He left and went back to the throne room.
'Huh, maybe he's talking about that soda that's named after me from that game?' Stacy asked. 'Oh, whatever.'
'So, what are we waiting for?' Mark asked, turning to Frisk.
She had an idea. 'Before we feast, I have some words to say...' She stood up, levitating her glass with magic, then called everyone else to do the same.
'I think we can all say, that day was a great day indeed. And now, peace will prevail between us at long last. I deeply thank all of you here for being with me through everything. Whether from the start, my discovery of the ponykind, the first war, the crisis of Equestria, or even now.' She took a quick look at everyone as she mentioned them. 'Our friendships have been tested multiple times, and we have pulled through all of them. We all know adventures in our lives have their limits, and even we have our own limitations. However, at the end of the day, we can all agree that friendship truly is the best magic in existence.'
Everyone looked at each other, smiling.
'So, let us enjoy our lovely time together tonight, and finally, from all of us together, let us lift our glass, and wish for the best for our future.'
Everyone lifted their glass to the middle, and made a very satisfying clink sound.
'Cheers to long-lasting peace!' They all said.


After all this time, they finally know it was all over. The last villain they possibly know has finally been reformed and befriended. And so, they thought the dark has finally been eradicated. Since then, life has been much more easier for the entire group. Their adventures coming to a halt may be a bit depressing, but they will never forget their true identity.
For the gaming group, they continued to be the celebrity stars they were on YouTube. With the spotlight they received in the pony wars, they became a bigger hit. Many people knew their story. Yet, the six youtubers never actually talked about it in their regular videos, for some reason.
The mane seven continued their normal lives as everyday ponies did. However, nopony would ever forget the story behind their efforts in the second pony war. Everypony in town knew about it. They saw them as heroines, true savior s of their kind.
Celestia even had the temptation to have Twilight take over her position as well.
One day, she was chatting with her pupil, and this idea came to her mind.
'By the way, Twilight, I have been thinking about something interesting lately...' She said.
'What is it, Celestia?' Twilight asked.
'I believe with all that you've went through in these years, I think that you have the ability to become a ruler even better than me. Although I have kept my reputation in Equestria, I have been ruling for a long time. If you wish, I have a one-time spell that can turn you into a queen instead of just a princess.' She explained.
Twilight gasped. She has always wanted to be her teacher's successor. However, to Celestia's surprise, she shook her head.
'To be honest, being a princess is already a very hard decision. And, I couldn't imagine the pressure of being at the top job of everypony. And also, I feel like it will be difficult for them to adapt to a new queen. I know Nathan can be king as well, I just think I don't have the ability to handle it. Even though I have been craving for this path since I was a filly, I have to say my friends are more important to me in the end.'
The princess nodded her head. 'I see. You've been doing a great job lately, though.'
Twilight was blushing. 'Geez, don't say that, you make me so shy...' And they both laughed.


As for the Dreemurs, they had more business to do. Sadly enough, Chara unfortunately lost her life to the dark side. Yet again, the same cruel man killed her other parent. She rested in peace, and her coffin was laid into the ground. Frisk picked a very special place; Her mother rested under a very significant tree, on a very familiar hill: The same place where Twilight and Frisk became the best of friends.
Frisk's friends attended the funeral. Even the princesses did. And of course, to say an apology that was just a second too late, Gromiz came as well.
As Chara's coffin was lowered into the hole, Frisk shed a tear- But it was a tear of happiness, because she know that her mother is in a much better place. The others cried as well. Frisk knew that she had to go someday. She could never shake away the pain of her being gone from her life, but she knew she can get over it.
As the flowers were thrown in the hole, everyone walked away in sorrow.
'Chara... I am so sorry. I hope in the heavens... You'll forgive me.' Gromiz said, creating her favorite flower by magic, and tossing it down. Asriel comforted him as he walked away.
Lastly, the legends came. Nathan and Twilight both cried. So did Lunar.
As Astell walked to her grandmother's grave, she had a purple flower in her hand.
'This flower, from what I know from my childhood, represented me and Lunar. I know you may not have seen us win, but I just wanted to let you know that we will be good children from now on.' She cried.
Asriel was crying streams of tears. 'I love you so much, mom... I... I miss you...'
As he walked back, Frisk hugged him and told the two to leave her alone. Then, it was finally Frisk's turn before she can never see her again, where her mother will be buried in the ground. She had a very special flower in her hand. It was rainbow colored.
'(Sigh) Mom, I loved you with all of my heart. I will never be thankful enough that you brought me into this world. If you never did that, I wouldn't be the legend everyone depends on today. I thank you for everything you've done for me when you were still here. I can't tell when I will pass and join you, but in my heart, you will always be in there... somewhere.' Her tears started dripping down, faster and faster. '(Sobs) I wish you are with my father as well. If you see him... Tell me in my dreams you guys are okay. I will miss you guys, so so much. And I love you both dearly.'
Celestia came over. 'Frisk, it's time to go.'
She nodded to her. 'One more minute, Tia.'
Frisk turned back, holding the flower as tightly as she could. '(Cries) I should've saved you, mother... There's nothing I can do. But now... I can only face the future head on. I can't turn back anymore.'
As she knew her time with her mommy was almost over, it was finally time... to say goodbye.
'Goodbye, Chara. I love you so much.' She cried, dropping the flower.

As she came over to the portal in the palace, everyone looked like there was a rain cloud over their head.
'(Sniffs) I'm fine, guys.' Frisk said.
Twilight hugged her tightly. 'Oh, Frisk... Don't ever look this sad ever again, I beg you...'
The other four cried a bit, and went over to her and hugged her as well.
'I'm still here for you, sister,' Asriel comforted.
'We're still friends,' Nathan said.
'Don't be sorrowful,' cried Lunar.
'We will make it all okay.' Astell said, kissing her mother.
As they all let go, Frisk finally smiled. As she looked out the window, she finally understood one thing:
'My mother is in a better place now. I am not a naive child anymore.'

**Good End**

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