Just The Two Of Us

by Alto Harmony


An unexpected encounter

“Well here it is.” I said as i went into my hotel room in canterlot. It was more or less fancy with how it was decorated. I unpacked my things and put them in the bedroom. I was very tired from the trip here so I decided to lay down and take a little rest. “I’ll check everything out tomorrow.” I said as I was too tired to get familiar with the city. And so I went to sleep. It was already sunset so it was a good time to go to bed.

It was now morning and I had a pretty good sleep. But something was weird, because I smelled something in the kitchen. And as I went inside there was a purple unicorn mare. She looked up at me and smiled. “Hello Alto, my name is Twilight Sparkle. I’ve decided to make you breakfast. It’s your favorite too.” Twilight said as she finished making breakfast.

And it was pancakes which were my favorite but I’m more concerned about why she’s here and how she knows about my name and favorite food. “But why are you here miss Sparkle?” I said as I was eating the delicious pancakes. But Twilight just smiled and sat across from me. “And how do you know my name and what foods that i like?” I said as I asked her more questions.

“Well Princess Celestia and Princess Luna have told me about you and seemed interested in getting to know you.” Twilight said as she was watching me eat all of the breakfast. It was only pancakes but I didn’t complain. “As for the food I figured that you would need some energy to meet them.” Twilight said with a happy smile. “Oh and the princesses told me who you were and knew what foods were your favorite.” Twilight laughed a little while she said that.

“Ok that’s kinda weird but thanks for making me breakfast.” I said as I thanked Twilight and headed out the door. But suddenly she teleported in front of me with a smile. “What?” I said wondering. Then I realize that I probably need a tour around the place that I didn’t know. “Oh right, can you show me around this city Twilight?” I said nervously.

“Of course!” Twilight said as we both trotted in the city. It was a really big city and I’m glad that there’s a lot of stores and things to do here. “Do you see that big castle over there?” Twilight said pointing to the very big castle in the city. I looked at it and nodded. “That’s where the princesses live, and it’s also where we’re going but not without knowing the city first.” Twilight said as we continued going place to place to each store.

I was surprised that they still have old music, old clothes, and even food. But mostly the music because I love listening to classical ones and also play the viola myself. It is very nice listening to music that is still used and loved by so many. “So Twilight, what’s your favorite music?” I asked. And then Twilight started to think a little bit but gave me a nervous smile. “Let me guess, all of them?” I said smiling as Twilight nodded.

“Well yes I love all kinds of music but sometimes it depends.” Twilight said as I nodded understanding. “We’re almost at the castle, do you need anything before you get there?” Twilight asked. But it seems she already knew what it was. “I’ll be right back.” Twilight said as she again teleported somewhere. And within five seconds she teleported back with my viola. “Here you go.” Twilight said as she gave me my viola. “Oh and don’t worry about the guards just tell them your name and you’ll be good to go.” Twilight said as we reached the entrance. I looked at her expecting something, but it seems she read my mind. “I have to go back to my friends in Ponyville, but good luck and see you next time.” Twilight said as she left.

As I reached the front doors, two armed guards stopped me and said “Stop right there, what is your name?” I was a little intimidated but I needed to get inside.

“My name is Alto Harmonic.” They nodded and immediately let me through the doors and I was now inside. It was very fancy and even had a red carpet. The windows were just amazing and had a lot of art on them which I’m assuming has history behind it. And the inside had more guards but I wasn’t afraid, they are here to protect the princesses and any other pony if they were in danger. And at the center I see two princesses sitting on very fancy thrones. They were of course alicorns and looked very interesting. The first one is white with multi colored mane and tail. Her cutie mark is the sun which is interesting. The second one is dark blue with blue and I think violet mane and tail. Her cutie mark is a crescent moon which is also interesting.

“Welcome to our humble castle Alto.” Celestia said smiling. “I hope Twilight has showed you around the city, it’s very beautiful isn’t it?” Celestia said. I didn’t need to know which princess was which because I already had an idea of which one is who because of Twilight.

“Yes your highness, it is very beautiful.” I said as I gave a small bow. Celestia is certainly taller than Luna somehow which is kinda funny. But i won’t mention it anytime soon. Luna had her eyes closed and i could see small bangs under them so she must’ve had a rough sleep. “Princess Celestia, is Princess Luna doing ok?” I asked a little worried.

“Oh yes she’s ok, just very exhausted from doing work as it gets very difficult each night. I really wish I could help her but unfortunately I can’t.” Celestia said sadly. “Luna wake up please our guest is here.” Celestia said softly.