//------------------------------// // The Letter // Story: Princess Luna Received a Love Letter // by TheAnimerican //------------------------------// Like any other day, it was tiring for the princess of the sun. As soon as the moon was fully raised, Princess Celestia would retire to her chambers. Upon arriving, she made sure to brush her teeth and always left her windows slightly cracked for the warm nights. At that moment, all she could think about was sleeping on her comfortable bed. The thought of laying on a soft pillow was one of the few luxuries a princess could truly experience. As she lied on her bed, she almost immediately slept into the dream realm. As the dream realm surrounded her, it was a cloudy atmosphere and it made her feel at peace. In one direction, there was a bright light that nearly blinded her. As the light dimmed down a large object began to appear. The object grew larger and clearer. Celestia's expression was one of joy and her jaw dropped at the sight of it. What was before her was... a large... beautiful... slice of cake. Her mouth watered for the delicious baking good as she flew toward it. The cake called for her and she rushed with haste. She was nearly there, the cake was in reach. When she was a mere foot away from flavor goodness... it spoke, "SISTER!!! YOUR ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED!!!" Awoken, she screamed in fear and anger. She didn't have time to gather her thoughts as the voice shouted again, "CELESTIA! THE THRONE ROOM!" Celestia soon realized that it was not the voice of the cake, but her sister in the Canterlot voice. Quickly Celestia rushed to her sister's aid. Once in the throne room, she bashed open the doors with her magic. She looked around the room to observe the situation. The first thing she noticed was that the room was left untouched. However, there were no guards at their post. The only presence in the room was Princess Luna and herself. "Celestia, I'm so glad you are here," Luna said as she ran to meet her. "I am here now. What is it? Are we under attack? Where are the guards?" Celestia questioned. "Umm... no we are not under attack. As for the guards, I asked them to leave," Luna replied in a uncomfortable tone of voice. "Is this an emergency? Why would you ask the guards to leave?" "Well... you see... I uh..." Luna struggled to find the words. "Luna, what is it? Tell me what is wrong?" Celestia asked, becoming irritated with her sister. "I umm... I need your advice." Despite Celestia finally getting her answer, she stood there in silence as she tried to comprehend what her sister had just said. "Are... you... kidding me?" Celestia thought to herself, "She woke me up, from what could have been a lovely dream, just to get some advice? How old is she again?" Although this very much made Celestia upset, she realized that she probably needs to hear what she had to say first. She took a couple of deep breaths before speaking, "Luna, as you know, the hour is late. I was very much asleep when you called for me. I would be more than happy to help you with anything you need, but this advice could not have waited till the morning?" "I realize you are tired sister and I am sorry for bothering you, but I did not know what to do. I thought you might have had some sort of experience in this matter." "And the matter being?" "...This," Luna replied as she levitated an envelope to Celestia. With her own magic, Celestia took hold of the envelope. She then proceeded to open it and read the letter found inside: My Princess Luna, When I was little, I was told those frightening tales of Nightmare Moon. For a short time in my life, I feared you and hoped that I would never meet you. But one Nightmare Night had changed my view on you completely. You were nothing like the horrifying monster I was told when I was a colt. Instead, you were this beautiful princess who was kind to her subjects. Whenever I had a nightmare, you were always there to save me. You had always taught me to be brave and confront my fears. If I needed to, I should not hesitate to ask for help. However, I chose to face my fears and never call for you. In the end, you always showed up to protect me. As I grew older, my feelings for you began to change. What started off as admiration, it slowly began to grow into something more. I found myself hoping to have a nightmare just so I can see you. Now that I am older, even when I have nightmares, I never get to see you anymore. I don't blame you as the dreams of the young should come first. Before, I was a tiny and wimpy colt. Now I am an grown and a stronger stallion. I might not be a prince, but I hope you would consider me fitting for a princess. If you don't, I will understand, but I wish to confess my feelings to you personally. Whatever happens, you will always be my princess. See you soon. For a moment, the room was silent. The suspense was killing Luna, but she did not say anything as she believed Celestia was still reading the letter. The suddenly, Celestia made a loud, filly like squeal that pierced Luna's ears. "Aww, Luna received a love letter! That is so adorable!" "It's embarrassing," Luna said in a embarrassed tone. "Oh what have you to be embarrassed about? You have a secret lover," Celestia continued to tease her little sister. "Tia, please, this is serious. I need your help." "My help? Why would you need my help?" "You have to remember that I am a princess of the night. When we were younger, you were being admired in the day and I had nopony at night. When I grew older, darkness overcame me and I was banished to the moon for 1,000 years. Even when I had returned, it was difficult to adjust to this new life style. I fear that there are still ponies out there that don't trust me," Luna said with sad and concerned tone of voice. "Luna, you maybe right, there are ponies out there that might see you as Nightmare Moon. But look at what you have accomplished as time has passed. Not only did you win the admiration of many subjects, but you have certainly caught the heart of one particular stallion," Celestia tried cheering her up with a smile. "Sister, you are missing the point. I rarely interact with ponies outside of royal duties. I wouldn't... know how to talk to him..." Luna said with a blush. Celestia gave a smile, leaned in, and embraced her sister, "Luna, I don't think you have to worry about that. This pony hinted that you have watched over him while he was a little colt. To have been able to inspire him to become stronger, you found the right things to say to him. I am confident that if you be yourself with him, he will still care for you for you." The embrace comforted Luna very much. This reminded her of her days as a young filly. Whenever she was upset or confused, Celestia would always comfort her in the same way. The thoughts could not help but bring tears to Luna's eyes. Once Celestia let her sister go, she noticed the small tears running down Luna's muzzle. With her magic, she wiped Luna's tears away. Luna gave Celestia a soft smile. She sniffed to clear her nostril and wiped her hoof across her nose. "I am actually very curious at who the mystery stallion could be." Celestia once again levitated the letter, "Judging by the letter, you made a good first impression on him on Nightmare Night." "I'm afraid that doesn't quite help Tia. I have been to many places on many Nightmare Nights. I enjoyed my time with the children, but I can't possibly remember all their faces." "Hmm... What has made me curious is the fact he said that he would, 'see you soon,'" Celestia raised a brow. "He... He did didn't he?" "I wonder just how soon," Celestia teased Luna. Although Luna tried her best to remain calm, Celestia could see her sister trembling. "Luna, when did you receive this letter anyway?" "Oh, it was soon after I relieved you so you could go to bed. I went to the tower as usual to raise the moon. Once I returned to the throne room, the letter was there on the... well throne. After I read the letter, I asked the guards if they had seen the pony who left it there. They said that nopony has entered the throne room since I left." Both Celestia and Luna contemplated on the situation. Celestia's eyes widen as a thought came to mind; her reaction did not go unnoticed, "Tia, what's on your mind?" "Well, sister, when I go to sleep, most of the servants are asleep. Also, if somepony did enter, a guard should have noticed." Luna's eyes widened as large as Celestia's, "Sister, you don't think..." Celestia nodded her head, "Your secret lover might be... one of the guards."