//------------------------------// // Chapter 9: Rise of the Serpent // Story: Sun's Equestria Girls Adventure: Daring Magic // by Pinkie Pie Sweets //------------------------------// Miles from the city in a sandy desert, there is a large pyramid made entirely out of stone. The pyramid is a light tan color, and has a golden tip on the top. In the front there are stone guards, three on each side of the entrance. The entrance is open, and there is a green qatar car. Inside the pyramid, the place is very dark, and there are hieroglyphics and other kind of drawings on the walls. Suddenly, a light begins to shine in the cave. The light is coming from the man with two scars on him holding a flashlight. Caballeron walks ahead to see the ancient tomb. Caballeron turns his head around, and says, "Make sure she is secured this time! We can't have her escaping again!" As Caballeron and his henchmen walk down the tomb, they still have Sun tied up. Sun arms are tied around her back, and the ropes are connected to the ropes around her wrist. She is unable to move her arms at all. She is at least glad the cloth is off of her mouth and able to walk by herself, but know she is unable to call for help and still walking against her will. Sun looks around to see the ancient writing on the wall. She becomes a bit weary because of the story Aqua told her. Then again, this world is not that connected to magic, so she's not fully concern. But still, it will be bad if this serpent is a magical creature from Equestria. She wishes her friends are here, not just to see the tomb, but to save be there for her the most. Her thoughts has been cut off, when she hears Caballeron saying, "I see you are being rather quiet right now." Sun looks up to see Caballeron is facing her with a grin on his face. "What do you expect? I'm not very happy being taken here against my will," Sun calmly replies. "Yes. But you see, you're the one who has taken the necklace that we worked so hard to require," Caballeron says. "So you were the ones who stole Somnambula's necklace from the museum and Daring Do stole it from you," Sun suspects. "That's correct," Caballeron replies. Then Sun says, "And I'm getting the feeling that you and your men were the ones who stole everyone's glowpaz, and you convinced them that the thief was Daring Do." "Amazing that a young girl like you was able to figure all of this out," Caballeron says. He then Sun's chin up to him, and says, "But sadly, you will be the one to help us get the treasure." "I wouldn't dare take it. I was told it's forbidden to come here. There's a cursed gem with a monster inside, and there's traps in here." sun says. "You think I would believe some silly little fairy tale," Caballeron remarks. "If he goes to Equestria he would believe it," Sun says in her thoughts. "And as for the traps, let's just say they aren't as dangerous what people believe so lets be on our way," Caballeron adds. Sun continues to walk with her abductors, and worried about being down here. She just hope someone can help her soon. Outside the tomb, Rainbow Dash and Daring Do have arrive at the scene. Of course, along the way, Daring Do has explain to Rainbow about the reason why Sun has been abducted, and the necklace she has. Rainbow still has one question, "Why did you tell me and my friends about all this?" "I just didn't want to put you al at risk with my work and being targeted. Usually I work along, and try my best to make sure that no innocent people get involve," Daring Do explains. She sighs, and sadly says, "Of course, after what happened, it makes me wish I should have said something. I should have told her about the necklace, then Sun wouldn't be endanger." "Well, I'm glad you are able to tell me this now. But right now, Caballeron has my friend, and me and the others want her back," Rainbow says. "Seeing how you and your friends travel all the way here, I can see you are determined to save her," Daring replies. Rainbow smiles, and says, "Thanks." "But be careful, there might be some traps in there, so watch where you step," Daring warns. "Got it," Rainbow replies. Daring Do and Rainbow Dash begin to run inside to find Caballeron and rescue Sun. they know they need to be careful because tombs like this has traps and other obstacles that try to prevent them from getting to the chamber. After going down the tomb, and somehow able to get through some darts, arrows, and other kinds of traps in one piece, they are able to reach the entrance to the pharaoh Hisan's chamber. At the front, there is a picture of the pharaoh Hisan, and Somnambula. Confused, Sun asks, "So, how exactly are you going to get in?" "Like I said earlier, Somnambula's necklace is key to open it," Caballeron answers. "And how do you expect to find the key hole for it?" Sun asks, arching her eye brow. "Who said about me opening it," Caballeron remarks. Sun looks rather confused about that remarks. She then notices that the man wearing the fedora and sunglasses untying the rope that keeps her hands back, bus has the other ropes tied to her. "Um, what's this about?" Sun asks. "It's simple my dear, you will the one to open it," Caballeron answers. "Huh?!" Sun reacts in shock. At town, Pinkie has gather the girls at the broken statue, and explain to the girls about what is going on. Soon, Rainbow is talking to the others on her phone, and explain to what has happen. Shocked, Twilight exclaims, "You're saying that Daring Do is a real person?!" "And that Sun has been abducted because she has an ancient artifact," Falling Star adds in shock. "And that Caballeron and his henchmen are real, and they're the ones who abducted her," Aria adds. "That's right. Daring Do and Rainbow are heading to Hisan's pyramid right now to rescue her. We need to go there too," Pinkie says. "You're right. Our friend is in trouble. In more trouble than we can imagine, "Rarity agrees. "I'd say we go there," Applejack says. "But how are we going to get there?" Sonata asks. Just then a young man comes over, and asks, "Is there anything I can help you with?" The girls look to see the young man, that Pinkie recognize. "Hey, you're that man who told us about our friend," Pinkie shouts. "Yes. Were you able to find her?" the man, Aqua asks. "Yes. but the problem is that Caballeron his kidnapped Sun and taking her to Hisan's pyramid, and Rainbow and Daring Do went after then!" Pinkie shouts in a panic. Aqua's eyes widen in shock, "Wait?! What?!" Quickly, Aqua takes the girls to the pyramid in a qatar car. The girls has explain to them what has happen, and what Pinkie has seen. Aqua explains to the girls about the pyramid and the danger it has. "You mean the pyramid is forbidden to go there?" Fluttershy asks. "That's right. The pyramid is forbidden because they want Somnambula and her family to rest in peace. Also there's traps in there, and an ancient gem containing an evil monster in Hisan's cript. Of course, it's a legend, but knew that it's disrespectful to go there," Aqua explains. "Please, there's no way that place has a monster inside," Aria says. "Well, I can't say for sure. However last night, there were strange occurance last night. Many people saw it and worried about it being part of the curse," Aqua says. The girls look confused. Twilight asks, "What happened?" "There were two strange light came to the a few weeks ago before the necklace was stolen. One of them is bright white and lands at the museum, the other one is dark green and made its' way towards the pyramid.. I don't know where those lights came from, but many of us think something supernatural is going on," Aqua explains. The girls look at each other with concern looks, especially Falling Star. Falling Star whispers to the girls, "Girls, do you think Aqua saw Equestrian Magic here?" "It's possible," Fluttershy replies. "But why would they come here of all places?" Sonata asks. "And also, if they did come here, then what did the magic hit?" Adagio adds. The girls begin to wonder what the magic hit. In front of the chamber, Sun is being forced to open the chamber and is holding the necklace in her hand. Sun looks at the blocked entrance, and at the picture. She tries to look at the entrance to get in. She doesn't want to, but Caballeron and his henchmen are making it difficult for her. Sun looks very careful, and notices something has catch her attention. She notice that on Somnambula's neck is a empty slot where the glowpaz necklace will be. Then she notices light is shining on it. Sun says to herself, "I wonder?" Sun lifts the necklace towards the light, and it's reflecting the glow onto the door. Just then, the door slowly lifts itself up, and an eerie wind begins to exist the room. Sun then puts the necklace back on her neck so she won't lose it. Soon Caballeron and his henchmen walk into the room with Sun still being taken inside. Sun is amazed to see so many artifacts, jewels, and all kind of treasures. "Make sure you gather everything you can find," Caballeron instructs. Sun becomes shocked to hear what Caballeron says. One of them is keeping an eye on Sun, while the rest take any artifact and treasure they can find. Sun feels helpless because, she is still tied down. Soon, they notice a sarcophagus well decorated in gold, silver, and jewels. The one wearing the fedora grabs a crowbar, and uses it to open the coffin. After getting the coffin open, Caballeron sees something inside, and takes it out. "Finally, the serpentine stone," Caballeron says, in triumph holding the stone. The stone is a green color and it's about the size as two hands. He then says, "And with Daring Do out of the way, I will be able to take all kind of ancient treasures, and no one will stop me." Caballeron maniacally laughs in triumph. But it interfered when someone shouts, "Not so fast, Caballeron!" Caballeron stops laughing and turns to the front entrance, recognizing the front door. "Daring Do!" Caballeron sneers. There stands, Daring Do standing at the entrance. Sun smiles to see someone else is with her. "Rainbow Dash! I knew you would come! I knew it!" Sun happily shouts. "Don't worry Sun, we'll save you!" Rainbow replies. Then Daring Do demands, "Listen Caballeron, I'm going to say this once! Drop the stone and the treasure, and never come back!" "Yeah! And let go of my friend!" Rainbow adds in anger. "Sorry, I have not obligation to obey those orders," Caballeron remarks. "Huh? Rainbow questions. "You see I have no interest of giving you the stone or any of this treasure, but I will give you your little friend. That is if you're willing to let us keep it," Caballeron says, holding the stone. "What?!" Rainbow exclaims in anger. "That's low even for you!" Daring shouts in anger. "Well, if you care about her so much, then I'd suggests you follow my terms," Caballeron says. Suddenly, the serpentine gem begins to glow a bright green color, and a magic force pushes itself out of Caballeron's grasp. Then Somnambula's necklace begin to glow and repel the two men holding her, and the rope becomes undone. The stone then float to Sun and begins to glow brighter along with the necklace. Rainbow asks, "What… what is happening?" "I don't have a clue," Daring answers. Sun ends up holding the stone in her hands, and her eyes suddenly turns a bright green color. On the stone, glowing red eyes appear, and hissing sounds comes out of it. Suddenly, a green shadowy serpent exist the gem and swirls around Sun. "Sun!" Rainbow exclaims as she runs towards her friend. But the magic repels her. Rainbow looks to see the glowing green coils of the snake swirls around her. With a hiss and a open jaw, it dives into Sun who is paralyzed by the magic. Outside the tomb, The car Aqua dives has reach the pyramid, and Aqua along with the girls exist the car. "We got to get Sun out of there," Aria says. "But we don't know our way around there," Pinkie says. Just then Aqua looks at the caves, and says, "I think someone's coming out." Everyone look at then entrance, and notice figures are coming towards them. Soon enough, they see Caballeron and his henchmen running out of the cave in a panic, and right past them. "What's up with them?" Applejack asks. "They look like they have seen a ghost," Aria adds. Fluttershy looks at the entrance, and says, "I think I can see someone else." They all look to see the two more focused at the entrance. Soon, they see Rainbow Dash, and Daring Do exist the tomb. "Rainbow!" the girls shockley shout. Twilight comes up to her and asks, "What happened? Where's Sun?" "I don't know. Something weird is going on," Rainbow answers. "Weird how?" Sonata asks. Suddenly a loud roar surrounds the area. Sonata cluelessly says, "Oh, that kind of weird." Suddenly, something else begins to exit the cave, and it's coming fast. Daring Do shouts, "Get out of the way!" Everyone begins to run away from the entrance. Suddenly, that something has exit the cave, and the strong force knock everyone on the ground. They all turn around to see a shocking sight. A giant green serpent with place diamonds on it's back, has risen. Aqua shockley exclaim, "The serpent from the legend! It must have been revived!" Pinkie gasps, "And Sun is stuck on top!" Everyone else gasp in shock to see what has happen. On top of the head, they can see that Sun's arms and legs are trapped on top of the snake's head. Her eyes are green, and looks like she is in a daze. Sun is in more trouble than she has ever been.