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// Epilogue 
// Story: A New Harmony 
// by The-rogue-shadow 
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 Luna sat on archer's stage, the afternoon sun warmed her face and she smiled for the first time in weeks. Her sister had passed, but she had found love in the form of Rarity. It had given her the courage to open a letter from her sister, dated three days before her death. Luna took a deep breath, and looked down at the battlefield. A new species of poppy had begun to grow there, with a blood red colour that no poppy had ever had previously. They swayed in the wind and Luna became entranced in the dance. She looked down at the envelope, Celestia's hoofwriting was unmistakable. The envelope just had the date and 'Luna' written on it. She opened it, a single page was inside and Luna had to compose herself before continuing. The letter read;
My dearest Luna,
If you are reading this, then my latest vision has come to pass and I have died protecting my subjects. There are some things I would tell you and some things I would ask of you in my absence.
Firstly, I want you to know how much I love you, no matter what, I would do anything to protect you and I hope you can forgive me. I have lived in regret for one thousand years because of what I did to you. I don't want you to ever blame yourself for Nightmare Moon. The truth is that I saw it in a vision and was too scared to do anything about it, and for that, I am eternally sorry.
Secondly, I want you to know that I believe that you will be a fantastic ruler. And that is not because of some vision. That is because I have complete faith in my little sister and that I will always be watching over you. Do not be afraid to turn to me in times of doubt, because I will guide you.
Now, some instructions;
Lead fairly, and never doubt your own abilities and respect those with advice, but do not follow like a sheep.
Please continue Twilight's training, you are the only pony with the magical ability equal or greater than mine, and I know that you have more to teach her than I ever could. I also ask that you take on an apprentice of your own when you think the time is right, to pass on the knowledge of the royals.
When Twilight takes my place, I do not expect you to bow to her, and I do not think that Twilight would ask you to, but it will be your responsibility to instruct her in the ways of the Alicorns. You will be the big sister this time.
And lastly, do not dwell on my death, move past it. It will hurt for the longest time but it cannot impede your life.  But just remember what I said when we lost mother and father; 
"From the blackest night comes the brightest day."
Love always and forever, Celestia.
P.S. Trust the Doctor, he will help you in your darkest hour. I have seen it.

Luna put the letter back, tears were now flowing down her face freely, she missed her sister so much. She smelled the letter, Celestia's perfume wafted off it. Luna smiled; confident and determined that she would make Celestia proud. She heard her name being called; she turned and saw the Doctor running towards her.
"Luna, Luna they're awake, they're awake!" she shouted, his voice filled with glee.
"Whom do you speak of Doctor?" she asked confused.
"Rainbow Dash and Applejack! They are finally awake!" He yelled back. Luna smiled, today was the day she was going to start making Celestia proud.