Pipsqueak, Son of the Moon

by WinterFang


Ch 3

Nightmare Night soon arrived and Luna made her way to Ponyville for the festivities. When she just about to reach the town, Luna could see that some resident were already taking part in some games. It took another minute or so before Luna landed at her destination in front of the Nightmare Moon statue in the Everfree forest, the recreation of her descent into darkness unsettled Luna somewhat whenever she looked a statue, but knowing that young fillies and colts found joy through leaving candy for her alter ego made the whole idea more bearable. Luna stood in front of the statue for a few more minutes before heading into town. Upon entering Ponyville, Luna was warmly greeted a wished a Happy Nightmare Night.

"Princess Luna. Thanks so much for coming." Said Twilight Sparkle when she spotted the moon princess.

"Of course. I do apologize that I wasn't able visit Ponyville sooner." replies Luna.

"No need to apologize. You've been busy with your three daughters. By the way, where are they?"

"I left them with Cadence. She was willing to watch Nebula, Star Shower and Aurora for a few hours." answered the night princess.

The two princesses talked for a while as they went through town enjoying the sights. Twilight and Luna had just left Applejack's stall, when Luna noticed a small group fillies and colts with certain colt among them. The young ponies quickly spotted the ruler of the night and ran over to her. Joyfully, one of them asked Luna what had brought her to Ponyville. The moon princess responded with that she there because, at least in part, thanks to Princess Twilight Sparkle.

"She convinced me to just relax for a night, after being stuck the castle for so long." she concluded causing Twilight to blush slightly.

"In that case, do you want to join us for a while?" asked Pipsqueak hopefully.

"I would delighted to." replied Luna giving the colt a soft smile

After a quick hug by the colts and fillies, the group made their way to the next house. Luna and Twilight accompanied the fillies and colts for the several houses, before the night princess felt like is time to put her plan into motion. Feeling somewhat hungry, Luna suggested stopping by Sugar Cube Corner for a quick snack. The idea of something from the local bakery and confectionery, sound wonderful to the others. The other colts and fillies, along with Twilight, made their way towards the bakery. However, Princess Luna pulled Pipsqueak aside into a ally.

"Is everything okay Princess Luna?" asked Pipsqueak.

"Everything is just fine Pip. I just wanted to give you a very special treat is all." replied Luna.

"Really? What is it?" the young colt asked.

"It's a surprise. First, I need you to close your eyes so get it ready" Said the night princess.

Pipsqueak did as instructed and shut his eyes tight. Meanwhile, Luna lit her horn to cast the spell. In a flash of light that was hardly noticeable, Luna stood in the ally alone with the appearance of a six month pregnancy.

"Surprise, my little pony. Welcome to the family." Said Luna gently rubbing her belly.

The dark blue alicorn got soft kick as a response. Luna soon left the ally in order to not rise supposition. Upon reuniting with the others, Luna merely said that she thought she saw something in a nearby ally.

"It turn out to be my mind playing tricks on me, due to being hungry." she said as she took a mouth full of cupcake.

"I bet. you're eating for two after all" commented Twilight.

Luna merely smiled as she took another bite. Once everypony had finished their snack, the moon princess regretted to inform the fillies and colts, that she had to return to Canterlot. The young ponies tried to make her to stay, but to no avail. They only stopped when Twilight told them why Luna had to leave.The colts and fillies finally agreed, but were still cressfallen. Each one gave the ruler of the moon a sad hug goodbye before she left.