King Sombra; speechless, and knowing who it was that has arrived; groans in annoyance, and says; “it’s you; isn’t it Cozy Glow?” Cozy Glow then gleefully nodded; “mhmm”, and flew towards him. “You know... I could really be of use to you.” Sombra laughed at the comment, and sarcastically says; “like what; hmm? Babysitting Flurry Heart’s teddy bears? Giving Cadence hugs and snuggles? Or maybe even making Shining Armor listen to your constant whining? Yeah... that’s help for sure; hahaha!”
Whimpering because of that insult; Cozy Glow threw her clipboard on the ground; (that she arrived with), and whined; “nuh uh... ! I was gonna help you with the kingdom!” Sombra laughed again, and said; “like what? Making cupcakes and smoothies?” Cozy Glow got a bit angry, and whined; “no; dummy! Helping you with taxes and whatnot!” Sombra laughed again, and then pauses to ask; “no; seriously though; what’re you really doing here?” Cozy Glow whined and whimpered a little; before saying with small tears in her eyes; “the other bullies are mean to me... .” After that; she pouts, and flew right to the ground; crossing her forehooves.
Shocked by this; Cadence asked; “the other villains are here too?!” Sombra chuckled a bit before saying; “nope. But that doesn’t mean that they won’t come here either if me and Cozy Glow were to summon them. I mean after all; whenever an enemy is overwhelming your forces; you call for backup; right?” Nodding sheepishly; (because he knew a lot about it); Shining Armor said; “right...”. and then looks down with an embarrassed look to him.
Wanting to break the silence; Sombra says; “so; since you’re here to get away from the other villains; what do you wanna do Cozy Glow? We can get the prisoners some food if you want? Would you like that?” Cozy nodded, but said; “you’re mean to me... . And I don’t like you.” Sombra laughed; “hah!” and continued; “when does anyone else not right?” Cozy Glow whined again, and then looked down at the ground; looking like that she’s ready to cry.
Not wanting to have her cry; Sombra asks; “you want me to get you some food?” Cozy Glow nodded, and sniffled. Sighing; while also hoping that Cozy Glow doesn’t cry; King Sombra got up from his throne, and then walked past her to go get her something to eat.
After a few minutes; King Sombra returned to give Cozy Glow her meal; which consisted of a hay butter and jelly sandwich, and some animal crackers to go with it. After that; he sat back on his throne with his own sandwich; which consists of beets, lettuce, and tomatoes; along with some chips, and then began eating.
Having finished his meal already in a few minutes, and seeing that his “pal” hasn’t touched any of her food; King Sombra gets up, and then starts walking to Cozy Glow... . He then began saying; “what’s wrong? Can’t eat or something?” Sniffling; Cozy Glow nodded, and then wipes her nose because she feels like that she’s gonna cry... .
Not wanting to have her feel like this anymore; King Sombra sighs, then proceeded to pick her up before saying; “so; wanna just play or something? You don’t have to eat right now if you’re not up to it; okay?” Still sniffling; Cozy Glow nodded; “owkay...” and then hugged Sombra.
Seeing this; Flurry Heart cooed; as if attempting to ask if she was alright. Turning to the baby alicorn; King Sombra said; “I’m afraid that the villainous Cozy Glow is not alright... . Mainly because us baddies have make her feel this way... . Okay?” Understanding what’s being said; (for a two year old), Flurry Heart nodded, and flew back down to sit on the floor.
After an attempt to comfort Cozy Glow by rocking her, and patting her back to no avail; King Sombra had enough, and then blurts out; “you know what? I’ve had enough. How about I just let you three go eh? What do you say?” Shocked by this; Cadence stammered; “a-a-are you sure?” Sombra sighs, then says; “yes... but on one condition.” Looking hesitant; Cadence asked; “and what would that be?” Lowering the magic crystals; King Sombra said; “you have to help me calm down Cozy Glow; or none of us are gonna have a good day.” Looking a little bit unsatisfied; Cadence asked; “and why would I help you?” Sombra chuckled, then says; “well it’s either that, or have you and your family wear chains and muzzles for all eternity. What do you say to that?”
Before Cadence could say no; Flurry Heart flew to her mother, and looked like that she was begging. Sighing; King Sombra nudged her aside, and said; “you didn’t have to do that... . I’m capable of looking out for myself; okay? It’s fine. And besides; if she said no, then I’d understand... . Okay?” Flurry Heart nodded, but then flew up to hug King Sombra tightly; as if begging him to not hurt her or her family. Or even to seem like that she wanted to help; despite her mother not seeming to agree.
Not having a choice; Cadence gave out a heavy sigh before saying; “okay; fine. I’ll help... . But I’m not doing this for you; okay? I just don’t want Cozy Glow to feel so sad anymore... alright?” Sombra chuckled a bit, then says; “ah; me either... . Though if I had to choose which was worse, then I’d say that your daughter’s crying might count too... . Or her gas... . Whichever works... .” Feeling embarrassed; Flurry Heart babbled something; as if to ask him; “you heard that?” To which case King Sombra replied; “heard it? I smelt it too... . And it was pungent. Phew!” Feeling embarrassed; Flurry Heart whined, and covered herself with her wings.
Not wanting his archenemy to cry too; King Sombra uncovered her face, and told Flurry Heart; “it’s fine... . Besides... what’s the worst that can happen?” With that; Shining Armor passed out with a loud thud, and then King Sombra said; “oh that can’t be good...” before looking at Shining Armor on the ground.
Worried; Cadence began to ask her husband as to what happened, and why he passed out. Shining Armor responded with raising his head up a bit, and mumbling something incoherent; while seeming to look like that he’s weak. Concerned; King Sombra got close, felt his forehead, and nodded in affirmation. Sighing; he got up, and said; “well; there’s good news and bad news... . Which one do you wanna hear first?” Worried; Cadence told King Sombra that she wanted the bad news first. Wasting no time; King Sombra said that her husband is dehydrated, and that he needs some fluids fast if he’s ever gonna make it through the day... .
Understanding; yet also slightly angry; Cadence turned towards her husband, and shouted; “you serious honey?! I mean; what we’re you thinking?! I thought I told you to take better care of yourself?! What’s wrong with you?!” Feeling a little bit better already; Shining Armor got up to his hooves, and said; “me? What about you? I thought I told you to remind me… ? You know how forgetful I am.” Sighing; Cadence said; “that’s true sweetie... but still... . I can’t always remind you. You have to take better care of yourself; okay?” Sighing in defeat, and not wanting to fight his wife anymore than he already had; Shining Armor nodded, and said; “you’re right honey; I’m sorry... . Do you forgive me?” Smiling; Cadence said; “of course”, and leaned in to give her husband a kiss.
Not wanting to see the two kiss; Flurry Heart and Cozy Glow looked away, and said; “eewwww...” like any other little kid would have. Well; any other little kid, and toddler to be exact. In that reply; Cadence responded; “oh hush. You’ll be like this for when you’re older; okay?” Flurry Heart whined because of that statement, and said; “mama...” before looking all pouty.
Chuckling; Sombra said; “okay; look... . How about we go get this guy something to drink before he hits the deck again; okay? Who’s with me?” Giggling slightly; both Flurry Heart and Cozy Glow raised their hooves. Surprised; Sombra said; “okay then you two; let’s go.” And with that; Flurry Heart and Cozy Glow got onto King Sombra’s back, and began leading him to the kitchen.
Back at the throne room not too far behind; Cadence turned to her husband, and asked; “you fine with this?” With that; Shining Armor responded; “I’m sure honey...” before almost passing out. Catching her husband; Cadence said; “okay soldier; let’s get you a drink before you pass out again... okay?” Saluting; Shining Armor said; “yes sir”, and falls asleep. Snickering; Cadence used her magic to carry her husband, and followed behind Sombra, Flurry Heart, and Cozy Glow to the kitchen. Hopefully she doesn’t experience anything else that’s bad; right… ? Only one way to find out.