-Canterlot Castle-
Inside one of the offices, Celestia was sitting behind a desk. The desk was full of reports ranging from City damage, missing ponies, complaints from royal houses, and the cost of rebuilding the destroyed infrastructure. In front of the desk were 6 mares, a young drake, and a captain:
Princess Luna, who currently is slightly frustrated after hearing Celestia's explanation for Stalliongrads history.
Applejack, who was just trying to understand why the royal houses were allowed for such a crackdown on protestors which turned into a civil war.
Rainbow Dash, who was calling Stalliongrad different things ranging from "Traitors" to "Cool Traitors"
Pinkie Pie, who wasn't paying attention.
Rarity, who was interested in what could their fashion look like.
Fluttershy, who was between hiding from hearing about the "bloody battles" to being literally enraged by the Royal Houses.
Spike, who didn't really care for the story. He wanted Twilight to come back home.
Shining Armour, who was mouth gaping as he heard about the first nation that ever won against Equestria was a bunch of revolutionaries.
"Sister. Thou cannot comprehend just what that event could have done to this entire Nation!" Luna half-shouted at Celestia.
"Luna, please. That was 731 years ago. Since then no one remembered that Stalliongrad succeeded in this conflict. And since then the relationship with them was... cold at best and non-existent since ... hundreds of years ago." Celestia defended herself.
"Princess here is honest. Though Ah myself have an itch to buck certain royal in his stomach." Applejack stated as she obviously meant she wanted to give Certain Blueblood a good kick.
"Yeah, those no-good royal houses are the reason behind all of the bad things that happened to Equestria! I say we kick them out of the royal houses!" Dash stated as she flapped her wings mid-air.
"Even if I wanted to do it I can't. Without them, Equestria would just shatter into dozens of nations like Stalliongrad." Celestia responded with a sigh.
"Hiding behind a wall and shooting arrows at good guards. *growl* What good those ponies have if they don't fight with warriors honor. Even Griffons have that." Shining Armor stated.
"Captain you must know that they left the way of knights and mages in favor of their own methods, which I myself am interested in." Luna stated. The doors were opened by a mare that had a maiden outfit, and a light white fur color tone. She went on the side towards Celestia.
"I hope I'm not interrupting anything, your Majesty." The mare asked.
"Don't worry Epona. You aren't interrupting since it does concern... you know who. How's Solaris?" Celestia asked.
"Oh, the young one is fine. He sent me a letter that his stay in Stalliongrad is so far was without any problems." Epona responded.
"Epona... *sigh* You always come with the right news." Celestia was slightly relieved.
"Your Majesty...... What did you do?" Epona asked.
-One Explanation Later-
"Alright. I'll send a letter to Solaris so he can ease up on her emotions. But I can't promise that Twilight will be back." Epona sighed.
"Thank you. What would I do without you." Celestia stated. Epona left the room while leaving behind a group of ponies and a dragon, who were standing there shocked.
"Sister. Thou has more than one thing to explain." Luna stated.
-Stalliongrad-
The day was the same as every other day in Stalliongrad. Each street was filled with life, an overcrowded cafe, beings going to work, police being on patrol duty. In one particular cafe there was a yellow pegasus sitting and drinking some tea.
"Morning Merlin." The Cafe owner stated as he walked towards the Pegasus. Pegasus slightly startled almost spilled his tea.
"Khan *sigh* You know not to call me like that in this form." Merlin stated. Khan is an earth pony, with brown fur, silver eyes, and grey mane\tail [and beard].
"HA! You know well that anyone here can tell the difference between a changeling in disguise and an actual pony." Khan stated. Merlin shook his head in his friend's antics.
"What gave me away this time?" Merlin asked. Khan chuckled before getting a cup from a drawer.
"I'll tell you only one thing. Your fur looks and feels like it was made out of silk. Actual fur isn't like that." Khan explained. Merlin sighed and changed his form. Now next to the table sat a changeling with black and yellow colors.
"I guess I still have much to learn." Merlin stated.
"That you do. Anyway, how's Lock?" Khan asked.
"Last time he sent me a letter was from Skyfall docks. Now I can only guess where he is." Merlin stated as he took another sip of his tea.
"I do hope he still returns most of the stolen things." Khan stated as he poured a drink into his cup.
"Some of them. He still needs to upkeep his reputation, you know how it is." Merlin stated. Khan slightly chuckled as he sat next to Merlin.
"Well, I hope that the Thief of Pirates is still in one piece." Khan said. Merlin shook his head.
"If he isn't then mom will be angry." Merlin stated while Khan slightly shuddered at his memory.
"I remember. Your mother has a very short temper when it comes to him, especially his hobby." Khan stated as he drank half of his drink.
"Yeah." Merlin said as he took another sip of his tea. For a short moment they sat in silence.
"Soo... What are you doing today? Another Tour? Exploring the Steel Tower? Or maybe buying something for parents? Or maybe searching for someone special MHHH?" Khan slightly teased.
"Khan, please. I'm still young and I'm not searching for my second half... yet." Merlin responded while khan started laughing.
"Kid you should know that if you don't search for it then you will find it. That's how the world made your parents meet." Khan stated.
"You and your lessons. Anyway, I'm going to check out this Culture Park see some things, and maybe get something for mom." Merlin stated.
"I recommend you check out the Caramels Museum there. It's the most truthful museum in Stalliongrad. I also advise you use the metro. The museum should be next to the station's exit if I remember correctly." Khan stated.
"Thanks, Khan. Do you need something when I'm out?" Merlin asked. Khan grabs his chin.
"Well, there is one a thing you could get for me from there. I remember their district has one of the best coffee beans in Stalliongrad. Last I heard they got those from New Mareland." Khan said as he drank the entire cup.
"The equestrian colony? I thought they could barely export anything, with the conflict between them and griffon groups." Merlin stated as he took the last sip from his tea.
"That was 7 months ago. Ever since Kingfisher took the presidential seat he has managed to not only stabilize the situation but also made reforms that may look like few of our own." Khan stated as he held a newspaper.
"Right. I'll be going." Merlin stated as he took his saddlebag.
"Good. Now get going, kid." Khan responded as Merlin left the cafe. Khan walked towards his office and noticed a small smoke coming through the window. Before he could think from the smoke a scroll materialized. Khan looked at the scroll before placing it on the "very important items" shelf.
From - Epona
To - Solaris
"As soon as he comes back I'll give it to him." Khan said to himself as he left the room.