//------------------------------// // A Day of Change and Mystery // Story: My Life as a Prince // by Night--Mist //------------------------------// (Moon Dust's P.O.V.) I had woken up the next morning and I saw my mommy standing outside with Auntie Tia. They looked like they were in a conversation of some kind. I didn't know what, but as I started to move, Mommy must of noticed, for soon, I saw her trotting in with Auntie Tia. "Good morning my little one. You look like you slept well. Did you have fun Aunt Pinkie Pie's party last night?" Mommy asked me. I tried to say I did, but being as young as I was, all that came out was baby babble that even I couldn't understand. "I'll take that as a yes. I suppose we better get ready," Mommy said. I wasn't sure what she wanted us to get ready for as I tilted my head to the side. "Hmhmhm, today you're gonna see what happens at day court with me and your mother, little Dusty," Auntie Tia stated. Day court? What was that? Well, whatever it was, it's caught my attention. Soon Mommy lifted me with her magic out of my crib. As she did like the day before, I was changed, and then Mommy put something on my head. She called it a crown, I tried to look at it, but in the attempt, it fell onto my muzzle, obscuring my vision, as I saw how black and shiny it was. I heard Mommy and Auntie Tia giggle, then I saw the aura of my Mommy's magic lift the crown away and back on top of my head. "Hmhmhm. If Rainbow Dash saw you right now, she's be getting all mushy," Mommy told me. Soon, I was levitated onto Mommy's back, after she made sure her own crown was on straight, I saw us in a mirror, and at first, I thought it was someone else I was looking at, but mommy explained I was seeing what myself looked like........ I was pretty tiny in comparison to Mommy, I could sleep on her muzzle with how tiny I was. As we trotted down the hallway from the Lunar Chambers, as Mommy had called them. As we did, those same ponies that wore those shiny things called armor, came to attention as Mommy, Auntie Tia and I all passed them. I was having trouble understanding why. Mommy made sure I wouldn't fall off he as her big wings made what looked like a crib on her back. I knew Mommy would make sure I was well protected. Soon, two big doors I hadn't seen before, came in to view. Two unicorn guards were standing by them, and soon, the doors opened as they used their own magic to make it happen. When Mommy and Auntie Tia trotted in with me in tow, what I saw was beyond what I could describe. I saw pictures of, what looked like ponies, in the windows. I couldn't tell who was who. Some looked very scary. I think I saw at least two or three of the widows with my Aunts on them. Then as my mom stopped for a moment, I saw another window. This one showed Mommy, and somepony else. They looked to be nuzzling each other. I then heard Mommy say, "See this window here sweetie. That's the day your Daddy and I met. Oh, if you saw him with your own eyes dear, he would bring you so much inspiration." I saw Mommy smile, but shed some tears in the process. I hugged her as I layed on her back, and she looked back, seeing me nuzzle her back, and she smiled, knowing I was trying to make her feel better. "Aww, thank you sweetie," She said as she leaned her head towards me and nuzzled me in return. Soon, we came upon a platform with two, very large chairs, I saw a two more chairs on lower platforms, one with Auntie Twilight sitting on it, and the other with Auntie Cadence sitting on it. Near, what I think is Mommy's chair, since it had the same mark as the one she had on her flank, I saw what looked like a crib and a throne mixed together. Mommy soon set me in it, and..... it was like I was really soft, as if I was still being levitated, but with no magical aura surrounding me. I look at Mommy, and she smiles. "Time for your first observation of Day Court sweetie," Auntie Cadence said as she kissed me then gave me belly blast, causing me to laugh. I soon heard some loud music of some sort start, and soon, the throne room doors opened again. (Luna's P.O.V.) I thought it was adorable how Moon Dust took in the new surroundings. His eyes, so full of wonder, not a fear in the world. If only our country could be so lucky. Soon the ponies began to trot in, as Day court began. "State you business for today Lord Bronze Hoof," my sister commanded. We listened as Lord Bronze Hoof began, "Your majesties, as you know, in recent months, Ponyville has been increasing in numbers of incidents and strange happenings. I do not wish to label the town with a bad reputation. It's one of the most crucial connections we have to trade routes and so forth. I am simply wishing to suggest that we post some of our guards that we can spare, to keep an eye out for any more strange happenings and give ponies fair warning, so they can get themselves and whatever little ones they look after to safety. I know this is where our newest Princess has her castle residence as of this time, which is all the more reason I feel we should station guards to the area post haste." "I can actually see the sense in his logic Celestia. It would allow for better security of the area. With the Everfree forest being so close in proximity," Twilight agreed. "It is a fair argument. We shall take your suggestion into heavy consideration Lord Bronze Hoof. Is there anything else you wish to put forth?" Celestia asked Politely. "Well, this is more of a question towards the Princess of the Night. My daughter's birthday is coming in two days, and I am hoping that is not to bold to ask if you might be able to provide a meteor shower for her party once it is nightfall. I know it is short notice, but I know she would love it as a present," Lord Bronze Hoof stated. I tried hard not to giggle, but a bit came out and I replied, "I see no reason why it cannot be done. It's not every time I get to put on a show in the night sky for our subjects. It shall be done Lord Bronze Hoof." "Thank you so much your majesty. I promise I will find a way to repay you," Lord Bronze Hoof promised me. "I'll put a rain check on that, and call in a favor from you when I may need in the future Lord Bronze Hoof," I assured him. "Very well, your majesty. That is all I have for today, if I have any further needs of your services, I'll be sure to inform you at the earliest convenience I can obtain. I bid you good day, you highnesses," Lord Bronze finished. "Have a good day Lord Bronze Hoof," Celestia finished. As the day went on, we were given all types of situations. From two ponies arguing about magical uses, to how food critic ponies should be more diverse, and not just have Canterlot depend on just the word of one mare who liked her food a certain way. Certainly I was on board with the last argument about Canterlot Cuisine. I was starting to feel that I might become one of the critics. Course, this might cause some uproar in Canterlot, but like my sister, I like to spice things up a bit, and throw the ponies for a loop from time to time. Soon we came to our last pony of the day. "Please state you business, Sir......... Silver Q. Public?..... I must say I am surprised to see you here," Celestia stated in a shocked tone. I myself was surprised. This pony was well known across Equestria. He posted many articles, not only about the major events that had happened in the Equestria, and to a more local stance, Ponyville, but he would let it be known if there were crooked guards, or police, corrupt politicians and nobles, even Prince Blueblood was not safe from his knowledge. He was known to go undercover, and in disguise for many things. Why he was seeking an audience with us today was completely unknown. "I know that I am not usually one to meet with the four of you or Twilight's council of friends. But I am not here to ask for your help. I came across something that I feel should be known to you, and should stay from public knowledge until further notice," Silver said. Celestia looked at me, and I nodded in response, indicating that this meeting should be taken in private behind closed doors. Celestia soon signaled our guards at the door to leave and close the doors behind them. Afterwards, Celestia and I cast a spell that made the throne room sound proof from unwanted ears. "Alright, what is this bit of news you wish to give us Silver?" Celestia inquired. Silver Q. Public soon removed his sash from his back and asked, "If I may approach the thrones, your majesties." "Proceed," I instructed. Soon Silver placed a picture in front of us. "I was given permission to obtain this photo evidence by the EBI. This was taken 11 months ago, the day of the accident," Silver pointed out bluntly. "Why do you show us these hurtful reminders Silver. We are aware of what happened the day of the accident," I scolded him. "Forgive me your highness. But here's something I found out. No body was ever recovered from the accident. It was concluded by them that his body must have been taken by the river below the accident sight," Silver stated, then laid another picture down in front of us, and continued, "This was taken by my own camera ponies a week ago at Equestria's border town Trotsberg. For a bit I wanted to believe I was looking at a faked picture, but I found the photo to be authentic. It may be hard to believe, but Prince Artemis Nebula is alive. I do not know why he has avoided coming home, but, by the time I was able to prove this wasn't fake, it was relayed to me that he was gone from the town to the ancestors know where." I sat back in my seat of my throne. My mate was alive, but, he.... he made everypony believe he was passed away. Why? What would make him do such a thing? I know my husband still loves me, so there has to be a reason he remains absent from Canterlot. Oh, why didn't I try to see if I could reach him in my dreams before this? He's gonna have some explaining to do. "Well, this certainly changes things. Luna, Cadence, Twilight, Silver. As of right now, no pony must know of this. Not even close relatives. This will remain sealed from public knowledge till we get some new information. I thank you for bringing this to us first and not alerting the public, Silver. Please, if you can provide any new information in the future, do not hesitate to let us know," Celestia said. "As you wish, your majesty. I shall take my leave and will inform you if I learn anything new," Silver Q. Public finished. Soon the sound seal was broken, and the doors were opened. I was in a state of shock and bewilderment. Why was my love staying from his family? His own son has not even been able to meet him. When I find him in the realm of dreams tonight, he will be needing to explain a few things. As I looked at the picture that Silver Q. Public had left. Something caught my attention. There was a mare with him that Twilight and I knew a bit too well.