Friends from All Places
Silver Banks sat in the middle of a dark, empty bedroom within the mansion. He looked down at the lone bed next to a window still, which had a number of luxurious plushies sitting on top of it. A table with a mirror sat nearby, looking like it was starting to collect dust. The dresser on the opposite end was barely opened from the top shelf.
Silver Banks looked down at one of the plushies before picking it up with his magic. He placed his hoof on the plushie’s chestpiece before holding it tight.
“Have I been too tough on you, my precious?” Silver Banks said in silent. “I wanted to discipline you for your rebellious attitude. But now, I feel like your punishment has only drifted me from you. If only I haven’t attempted to swat you back at that school.”
“Still taking pity on that traitor, darling?” Silver Banks turned around to see Gold Banks standing in the doorway.
“I do,” Silver Banks said. “We raised Golden Lace to be exactly like us: cruel, harsh, and stern. Whatever Princess Celestia did to change our daughter, it worked too well.”
Gold Banks just laughed and said “We’ll deal with her when we get the chance. But right now, have you heard the news?”
Gold Banks threw the newspaper next to Silver Banks, who proceeded to pick it up and read it.
“Princess Celestia and Luna trapped in a sandstorm,” Silver Banks read. “Princess Cadance assumes leadership till further notice.”
“That’s right,” Gold Banks said with a smile on her face. “We forgot to bring up a little detail to Princess Celestia when it comes to….oh let’s say…detention camps for illegal immigrants.”
Gold Banks pulls a rolled up parchment out from her dress and unrolls it before placing it on the bed. Silver Banks looks down and reads it.
“Interesting,” Silver Banks said as his frown turned into a smirk. “And to think, we actually forgot all about it.”
Gold Banks lets out a slight chuckle as she adjusts her mane with her hoof. She turned to Silver Banks and said “Princess Cadance is far younger, and far less experienced than her adopted mother and aunt. She’ll break easily the moment we force her to sign the document.”
“One small problem,” Silver Banks said as he got up and turned towards Gold Banks. “She’s focused more on the well-being of her man’s cub sister. So she’s held up in that hospital until further notice.”
Gold Banks laughed before she said “That’s why we have to wait until she makes another speech towards the ponies of Equestria. Then when she’s distracted, we’ll force her to sign the document. She’ll break even faster than Princess Celestia, and our legacy will expand beyond a simple border wall.”
Silver Banks’ mood lifted up as a diabolical smirk formed on his face. He faced Gold Banks and said “I like how you’re thinking, my precious. When should we start?”
Gold Banks fanned her face with her hoof and said “Wait until they are about to make a speech towards the ponies of Equestria. Then we’ll make our move. And make sure you’re as vicious as you were towards Celestia.”
Silver Banks lets out a loud, angry scream into the air before he said “How’s that?”
“Perfect,” Gold Banks said. “Just perfect.”
Later that afternoon in the middle of the desert, the blistering sandstorm continued to blanket the land in a harsh environment. Deep inside the cave, Princess Celestia laid on her backside atop a rock with her wing wrapped in a splint. Prince Hoofar and Jasmine Bloom watched over the injured princess while Princess Luna, King Myrrh and Majordomo Kibitz looked over some notes right between Princess Celestia and their carriage. A few winged guards stood in front of the entrance as sand continued to blow through the desert.
“So we can consider sending some of our troops down to find the ones responsible for taking Saddle Arabia’s waters,” Princess Luna said. “And if it is the Windigo’s Guild, we will deal with them.”
“And I heard that some of the trade goods from the hippogriff tribe involve fish,” King Myrrh said. “I have never eaten another living being in my lifetime.”
“I was that same way as well,” Princess Luna said. “But I heard fish is actually pretty tasty. Besides, the winter ponies who live up in the great north are known for eating fish.”
“Is that so?” King Myrrh asked. “Maybe a bit of coriander, turmeric or allspice will be able to help me mask the flavor.”
“Those sound like exquisite spices, King Myrrh,” Majordomo Kibitz said.
“Indeed,” King Myrrh said. “In fact, that last meal you had was topped with those spices. And I even packed some away just in case of this kind of emergency.”
“Well now you think of everything,” Kibitz chuckled.
As Princess Celestia watched Luna, Kibitz and Myrrh talk over the plans, she struggled to get up and let out a low toned groan, catching the trio’s attention.
“Sister,” Princess Luna said as she got up and approached Princess Celestia. “Take it easy. It’s going to be awhile before we can depart the cave.”
“This is all my fault,” Princess Celestia said. “Had I not departed the city and recklessly flew towards Canterlot by myself, we wouldn’t have been in this mess.”
“It happens to all of us,” Princess Luna said. “Besides, had I been in your spot, I would have done the same thing.”
“Your sister is right, Princess Celestia,” King Myrrh said. “The parent’s love towards his or her child is said to be the strongest bond ever. It can bring us joy when we are together, and help us through our tough times. But when one side of the bond is broken off…”
“The other side greaves for him or her,” Princess Celestia replied.
“That is why you were desperate to return to Canterlot,” King Myrrh said. “You wanted to make sure your daughter was alright. While the parent can feel pain when losing the child, the same is said for the reverse.”
King Myrrh looked up at the ceiling of the cavern as his smiling face turned into a frown.
“I never told you this,” King Myrrh said. “But back when Prince Hoofar was a baby, I traveled the desert sea with my beloved wife, exploring new places and seeing new faces. But one day on our way back, a sandstorm like this popped up, bringing our ride down. It served as our only form of shelter as we had to hunker down.”
“What happened?” Princess Celestia asked.
King Myrrh sighed and said “A portion of what was left of our ride broke off. Prince Hoofar was exposed to the elements and his life was in danger. My wife took the initiative and shielded baby Hoofar with her body. I remember the last words she said to me: ‘Do not worry about me. As long as our boy survives, that’s what matters the most.’ Those were the words I remembered her yelling.”
“Did you try to get her to stop?” Princess Celestia asked.
“I couldn’t,” King Myrrh said. “When I tried to reach out to her just to pull her in, she slapped my hoof away. It was the last moment I saw of her alive. When the sandstorm was gone, Prince Hoofar survived the incident and is with us today. My wife….did not make it.”
“Oh dear,” Princess Celestia said. ‘She saved your son, at the cost of her life.”
“In a way, you do remind me of my wife,” King Myrrh said. “Even despite trading her life for her son, she cared a whole lot for him. She wanted to see him grow up in a world where hope and light can shine in the darkness and apathy that has been spreading everywhere. And even after everything you go through in your land with your political financers, you still hold your head high for your people, and for your children.”
As Princess Celestia’s face turned into a subtle smile, she looked at both Prince Hoofar and Jasmine Bloom, who looked down at the alicorn with a bit of hope in their heart.
“Princess,” Prince Hoofar said. “Ever since I learned about my mother’s death, I have vowed to uphold her memory of treating others with respect. In a way, you do remind me of what little memory I have of her.”
“Ponies once talked about the queen long before I even stepped a single hoof on the sands of this desert,” Jasmine Bloom said. “Is it true that you share many of those values with her?”
“I don’t just share those values,” Princess Celestia said. “I taught her those values when she was a student at my school. She did so much for the people here, that when she died, I wasted no time coming down here to pay my respects.”
“Then you do share the same aura that my mother used to have,” Prince Hoofar said.
“Young Prince Hoofar,” Princess Celestia said as she barely put her hoof on Hoofar’s cheek. “Sometimes I do let apathy get the best of me. The reason rings true from the words of your father: The political system is corrupt. But to remove dark money from the system is a challenge onto itself. Promise me that when you become king, you’ll never let the same thing happen to your people.”
“I won’t Princess,” Prince Hoofar said. “I won’t.”
As Princess Celestia smiled, Majordomo Kibitz walked up to the alicorn and placed his hoof on her shoulder.
“You should rest for a bit,” Majordomo Kibitz. “We’ll be able to ride out this sandstorm for quite awhile.”
“Yes,” Princess Celestia said as she laid her head back down on the surface of the rock. “Maybe I should.”
Meanwhile at Canterlot, Princess Cadance and Chancellor Cinch have arrived at the outer gates of the city. They looked up and saw a number of figures fly in from the west. A number of hippogriff soldiers were descending towards the two figures, escorting Queen Novo and Princess Skystar, who were flying on their own.
“What will I tell Queen Novo about Princess Celestia and Princess Luna’s fate?” Princess Cadance asked.
“Tell them the whole truth,” Chancellor Cinch said. “They deserve the right to know.”
As Queen Novo, Princess Skystar and the hippogriff guards landed on the ground, Princess Cadance and Chancellor Cinch approached the group and bowed to them in respect.
“Princess Cadenza Mi Amore,” Queen Novo said, surprised by Cadance’s presence. “You and the Chancellor are here by yourselves?”
“I’m afraid so,” Princess Cadance said. “Princess Celestia and Princess Luna are marooned in the middle of a sandstorm while they were on their way back from Saddle Arabia.”
“I understand,” Queen Novo said. “If needed, I will send my troops to rescue them from their predicament.”
“I appreciate any help to rescue my mother and aunt, Queen Novo,” Princess Cadance said. “Anything to get all of us through this nightmare we’ve been going through.”
As Princess Cadance began to turn around, Queen Novo noticed the sad emotions on Cadance’s face. She walked up to Cadance with Princess Skystar right behind her.
“You seem more troubled thank I imagined, young lady,” Queen Novo said. “Is there something wrong?”
“Yes,” Princess Cadance said as she closed her eyes. “My sister Princess Wanda Young has come down with the Hay Fever Virus. She’s in the hospital under intensive care.” Those words caused Queen Novo and Princess Skystar to gasp in horror.
“Not little Wanda,” Princess Skystar said. “Not after we kissed and made up.”
“When did this happen?” Queen Novo asked. Princess Cadance nodded to Chancellor Cinch, who walked up to the Hippogriff Queen.
“Your majesty,” Chancellor Cinch said. “The incident started last night when a little filly told me about Princess Wanda’s condition. We all had to get her to the hospital so that the medical staff could look after Wanda and cure her of the virus.”
“Then take us to Wanda,” Queen Novo said. “You need not explain anymore. I understand what’s going on with her.”
“I must warn you that it will be a somber moment,” Princess Cadance said. “Are you ready?”
Queen Novo and Princess Skystar nodded as Princess Cadance and Chancellor Cinch led them and the other hippogriffs towards the opened front gate.
“I sure hope Wanda will live through this ordeal,” Princess Skystar said as her ears drooped down.
“It will be okay, my daughter,” Queen Novo said. “And besides, you did bring Silverstream with you as I stated.”
The moment Queen Novo finished her sentence, baby Silverstream emerged from Skystar’s feathery mane and flew up right next to Skystar. Queen Novo saw the baby hippogriff and cracked a smile.
“That answers my question at least,” Queen Novo said. “Now to at least let her see the small fry.”
“Small fry?” Chancellor Cinch said. “That is a rather odd nickname.”
Novo let out a small chuckle and said “And yet you call her man’s cub.”
“Oh please,” Chancellor Cinch replied with a smirk on her face. “It’s what Princess Celestia originally identified her as.”
Meanwhile, back inside the royal suite of the Canterlot Hospital, Sunset Shimmer sat in a chair next to Wanda Young, with Abigail lying right next to her companion. The man’s cub’s eyes were shut as she was sleeping peacefully in her bed, still breathing through her oxygen mask. Sunset just watched her sister, not keeping her eyes off.
“Dear sister,” Sunset said as she stared at Wanda. “If there was anything I could tell you about mother and Aunt Luna, I would tell it to you with a heavy heart. I only wish you could at least wake up and move again like normal.”
As Sunset lowered her head and closed her eyes, she felt a hoof reach out and touch her hoof. Sunset woke up and saw Twilight Sparkle alongside Golden Lace.
“How are you feeling?” Twilight asked.
“Not so good,” Sunset said as she kept her eyes on Wanda. “My sister is in this mess. Mother and Aunt Luna are stuck in the desert. It feels like my whole life is falling apart.”
“I know how you feel about both,” Twilight Sparkle said. “I’m worried about Wanda and Princess Celestia. Wanda is our friend, and Celestia is both your mother and my mentor. We’re connected together through those two, and that’s what strengthens us through these hard times.”
“Seeing what has been going on in the past twelve hours is just heartbreaking,” Golden Lace said. “I led too much of a privileged life to care about those around me. And now that I’m seeing two individuals suffer for no reason, well, I don’t know what else to say.”
“You don’t have to, Lace,” Sunset Shimmer said. “We all suffer in this world, be it from the Windigo’s Guild, the Storm King, political apathy or just plain fate. Equestria may be our home, but it’s not all sunshine and rainbows.”
Sunset then jumped down to the lower floor and put her hoof on Lace’s shoulder. The young princess then said “But know this. As long as we have each other, that’s what matters the most. Do you understand?”
“Yes,” Golden Lace said. “I do.”
As Golden Lace finished speaking, they overheard Danged Spell yell out “Hey girls. Come out here. It’s urgent.” With that, Sunset Shimmer, Twilight Sparkle and Golden Lace walked out of the room and away from Wanda. Abigail woke up and saw Sunset walk out before letting out a sad meow.
Outside in the lounge, Sunset Shimmer, TWilight Sparkle and Golden Lace came out and saw Twilight Velvet and Night Light looking at a monitor involving the guards facing the camera and yelling out “IS there any royal representation in there? A stallion and a group of younglings are trying to get into the royal suite.” Right next to Night Light and Twilight Velvet, Starlight Glimmer, Spike, Sunburst, Moondancer, Danged Spell, Pinkie Pie and Cozy Glow were watching the event unfold.
“Not at the moment,” Twilight Velvet said. “But we’re trying to get someone here.”
“Hurry,” the guard said. “We don’t want to intrude on Princess Wanda’s recovery.”
“Princess Wanda,” Sunset muttered to herself before she ran towards the monitor.
“What in the world is she doing?” Golden Lace asked.
“Because Sunset Shimmer is the daughter of Princess Celestia,” Twilight Sparkle replied. “She is named second in command of the nation until further notice, right behind Princess Cadance.”
“At our age?” Golden Lace asked.
“Yes,” Twilight Sparkle said. “It’s a hard job, but someone’s gotta do it.”
Sunset Shimmer ran up to the screen and raised her head to the level of the guard on the other side.
“Guard,” Sunset said. “This is Princess Sunset Shimmer, younger sister of Princess Cadance.”
“Princess Sunset,” The guard replied. “We were instructed not to let anyone through for the time being. But a stallion and the younglings he’s looking after want inside to see Princess Wanda.”
The guard moved to the side as the camera was aimed right at Bright Mac. Next to him was Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Applejack, Fluttershy, Trixie and Ditzy Doo. They were calling out Wanda’s name in desperation.
“Wow,” Pinkie Pie said as she began to tear up. “I think they found out about Wanda’s condition and they want to come and give her full support.”
Sunset looked at their faces and her eyes began to water, and yet a smile formed on her face.
“Soldier,” Sunset said. “Let them through. They’re our friends.”
“Are you sure about that?” The guard asked.
“Yes. That’s an order,” Sunset replied. “Besides, one of the other La Maresa friends is with us.”
“Understood, Princess,” The guard replied before he turned to his companions and said “Let them through. They’re friends of Princess Sunset Shimmer.”
The other guards nodded and proceeded to tap a panel nearby. Sunset Shimmer, Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie and Golden Lace watch as the doors begin to open up.
“I think I recall seeing the one known as Ditzy Doo among the group,” Golden Lace said.
“I know what you’re thinking, Lace,” Twilight Sparkle replied. “You owe her an apology, I take it.”
“And an explanation to my behavior,” Golden Lace replied. “But at the same time, I am scared because I broke her heart long ago.”
“It will be alright,” Twilight Sparkle replied. “We’ve got your back. And I think Rainbow Dash does as well, after seeing what you have grown out of.”
“Yeah,” Pinkie Pie said. “Helping you make amends is what we’re here for.”
As soon as the door opened up, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Applejack, Fluttershy, Trixie and Ditzy Doo ran in with Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie and Sunset Shimmer running towards the group, giggling at their presence. Starlight Glimmer, Sunburst, Moondancer and Danged Spell moved away from the couch and ran towards the rest of the youngsters as they all gathered together.
“Twilight, Sunset,” Rainbow Dash said as she grabbed onto both unicorns and gave them a hug. “How’s it been since Mount Aris?”
“Horrible since Wanda fell sick and the princesses were stranded in that sandstorm,” Twilight Sparkle replied.
“I’ve gone through a lot of hell since then,” Sunset Shimmer replied. “And my biggest fear is losing not just my sister, but also my mother and aunt.”
“Darling,” Rarity said. “It’s going to be okay. Wanda went through a whole lot in La Maresa during the fair, along with Celestia and Luna.”
“Darn tootin,” Applejack said. “If we can survive that polecat Coldnelius Snap and his Windigo jerks, we can endure this pain together.”
“That’s the way to say it, Applejack,” Pinkie Pie said. “You always know how to round up your encouragement and deliver something that great.”
“Thanks Pinkie,” Applejack said. “And truth be told, we’ve missed you so much since you came up to Canterlot.”
“We’re not kidding,” Fluttershy replied. “Ever since you came up here to cheer up Wanda and Sunset, the party has felt bland and boring.”
“I also bet that mom, dad, and even Mr and Mrs Cake miss me,” Pinkie Pie said.
“I can’t believe that Pinkie Pie’s the life of the town when it comes to parties,” Moondancer said.
“Yeah,” Danged Spell replied. “If anything, she’s a real party animal. Get it?”
“Danged Spell,” the younglings yelled before bursting out in laughter.
As every colt and filly laughed, Trixie spotted Starlight Glimmer in the crowd laughing her back off. The great and powerful filly leaped from the crowd and glomped onto the twin-tailed filly.
“Starlight,” Trixie said as she held onto Starlight Glimmer.
“How’s it been?” Starlight said. “I haven’t seen you since La Maresa.”
“The Great and Powerful Trixie missed you and wanted to see your face again,” Trixie said. She looked down at Starlight’s hip and saw her cutie mark before she added. “And you have your own great and powerful cutie mark. Now we are truly great and powerful best friends.”
“Yeah,” Starlight said. “Thanks for coming up.”
“Great and powerful?” Sunburst said as he walked towards the group. “Where did you get that from?”
“My daddy Jackpot, the Great and Powerful magician of all of Equestria,” Trixie yelled.
“Woah,” Sunburst said. “Talk about a hoof full.”
As most of the group laughed, Golden Lace spotted Ditzy Doo in the crowd. She approached the cross-eyed pegasi filly.
“Uhh, Ditzy Doo,” Golden Lace said as she approached the filly. Ditzy got a good glance at Lace and began to back off in fear, catching Rainbow Dash’s attention.
“Lace,” Rainbow Dash said. “Lemme give you a hoof.”
Rainbow Dash walked up to Ditzy Doo, who was covering her face with her arms.
“Tell her to go away,” Ditzy said. “She’s scary.”
“Not anymore,” Rainbow Dash said. “Queen Novo scared her into changing her ways. And now she’s here to apologize to you for those mean things she said.”
“But I don’t wanna see her,” Ditzy said as she continued to cover her face.
“Trust me.” Rainbow Dash said. “If she weren’t sincere in her words, I would be defending you, one hundred percent. You have my word.”
Ditzy Doo raised her eyes and saw Golden Lace reach out with a humble smile on her face.
“What I said to you long ago, the lies about Rainbow Dash abandoning you,” Golden Lace said. “What I said was completely horrible and it hurt your feelings, and made you cry. I didn’t understand the consequences of my actions until Queen Novo straightened me up and made me own my past mistakes. You don’t have to accept my apology, but I am sorry for what I said to you. And I do mean it.”
Ditzy Doo stared at Golden Lace before she extended her hoof and touched it. The two looked at each other as Ditzy approached Golden Lace and gave her a hug, crying right into her chest.
“I accept your apology,” Ditzy cried. “Just promise not to be that mean-spirited again.”
“For you,” Golden Lace said. “You have my promise.”
As Lace embraced Ditzy Doo, Cozy Glow approached the young unicorn filly and rubbed her on the head.
“You should be lucky to have been given a second chance,” Cozy Glow said. “Not that many who fall are lost.”
“Say,” Rainbow Dash said as she looked at Cozy Glow. “I’ve never seen you before.”
“Oh that’s Cozy Glow.” Golden Lace said. “She and I became friends sometime after I got back from Mount Aris.”
“Well,” Rainbow Dash said as she and Cozy Glow shook each other’s hooves. “Nice to meet a fellow pegasi of the group.”
“Oh no,” Cozy Glow said. “It’s more in reverse.”
As the colts and fillies laughed and celebrated, Bright Mac walked into the royal suite and approached Night Light and Twilight Velvet. The couple got up and approached the apple farmer.
“I take it you’re both the parents of Twilight Sparkle,” Bright Mac said. “Names Bright Mac. I’m the father of Applejack and the current guardian of the ponies from La Maresa. I’m also a close friend of Princess Celestia and Princess Luna.
“It’s nice to meet you,” Twilight Velvet said.
“I heard about what happened during the Ponyville Providence Fair,” Night Light said. “But I’m also glad you all survived.”
“Being a pony popsicle was one of the worst experiences I had ever imagined,” Bright Mac said. “Until I heard about Wanda’s condition when we arrived in Canterlot.”
“Right now,” Night Light said. “Wanda is resting up in the other room. We’re hoping that she can make a full recovery.”
As the kids enjoyed themselves, they overheard the voice of Shining Armor sayingg“Hey guys. Guess who’s here to cheer you up?” Everyone looked up to see Buck Withers approach the entrance. Right next to him are Lemony Gems, Gad Zookes and Shining Armor.
“Buck Withers?” Danged Spell said as he and Rainbow Dash jumped out and in front of the big guy.
“I can’t believe it,” Rainbow Dash said. “The infamous monster hunter and one of the many heroes of Equestria.”
“Shining Armor told me that you’re all going through a hard time with little Wanda,” Buck Withers said. “So I agreed to take Gad Zookes and my wife down here to at least cheer you all up.”
“After what happened during the Formal Festival,” Gad Zookes said. “It was the least we could do.”
“Formal Festival?” Applejack asked.
“It’s a long story,” Twilight said. “And as a result, Wanda and I became afraid of giant bird-like rocs.”
As the younglings all gazed at Buck Withers, he along with Gad Zookes and Lemony Gems approached Bright Mac, Night Light and Twilight Velvet.
“Buck Withers,” Twilight Velvet said as she began to geek out a bit. “I’ve heard stories about you and your legacy fighting against the vicious monsters of Equestria.” She held out a book and said. “May I have your autograph?”
“For a fan, I shall do just that,” Buck Withers said as he accepted the book, opened it, and signed it with an ink-tipped quill. “And by the way, long ago, I saved your daughter and Princess Wanda from the roc that attacked Canterlot.”
“It’s true, mom,” Twilight Sparkle said.
As Buck Withers finished signing the book, he gave it back to Twilight Velvet, who held it in her heart.
“You sure got some wild fans,” Lemony Gems said to Buck Withers
“But it is for a good cause, darling,” Buck Withers said. “Even I think a child in terrible danger is an atrocity.”
As the kids gathered around Buck Withers, they heard the sound of hooves marching in the distance. Shining Armor turned his head to see Princess Cadance and Chancellor Cinch walk in with Queen Novo, Princess Skystar, baby Silverstream and a good number of hippogriff guards right behind her.
“Cadance,” Shining Armor said as he embraced the young alicorn. “You’re back.”
“Well fancy seeing you ahead of me, Shining,” Princess Cadance said. “But it seems we have nearly everyone coming to throw in their support for Wanda.”
“We already informed Queen Novo of both Princess Wanda’s condition and the whereabouts of Princess Celestia and Princess Luna,” Chancellor Cinch said as Queen Novo walked past her.
“It’s been awhile since I’ve seen most of you,” Queen Novo said. “Especially one I recall shaping up to be a better pony. Golden Lace, was it?”
Golden Lace ran up to Queen Novo and Princess Skystar and bowed before the two hippogriffs.
“It’s been awhile, Queen Novo,” Golden Lace said.
“So how have you been since we last saw each other?” Queen Novo asked. “Have you been staying out of trouble?”
“Well yes,” Golden Lace said as she began to shift her head away.
“Sounds like you have experienced even more trouble than it appears to be,” Queen Novo said.
“It’s worse than that,” Golden Lace said. “Not long after I got back, I defended Princess Celestia over her decision to have me join them on the field trip, against my own parents. As a result, they kicked me out of the house until I returned to my old ways.” Those words caused Queen Novo to gasp in horror. She turned to face Twilight Velvet and Night Light, who nodded in agreement.
“Kicking a child out because they’re not a spoiled rotten brat?” Buck Withers said as he stomped his hoof in anger. “That is despicable.”
“I’ll say,” Lemony Gem said. “The nerve of those Banks, not truly caring for their own child.”
“Once we heard the news,” Twilight Velvet said. “We were willing to take in Golden Lace for the time being, to allow her to cope from the fallout between her and her parents Gold and Silver Banks.”
“This is an outrage,” Queen Novo said. “I should sever my connection to those heartless fools for this kind of abuse.”
“And we would back you on that decision,” Chancellor Cinch said.
“So would I,” Princess Cadance said. “I know my mother had to put up with their abuse for a long time. But ever since I found out about what they did to Golden Lace, I have harbored a total resentment towards them.”
“Yeah,” Princess Skystar said. “Mother may be tough on me, but even that idea would be going too far.”
As everyone in the room muttered towards each other, Ditzy Doo flew over to Golden Lace and stood beside her.
“I didn’t know your own parents kicked you out,” Ditzy Doo said. “All because you wanted to change for the better.”
“Judging by how it all turned out,” Golden Lace said. “I’d say it’s their loss that they chose this route.”
Everyone continued to talk over each other until they heard a knock on the wall. They turned to face Dr Trotdale, who held in his hoof some paper.
“Princess Cadance, Chancellor Cinch,” Dr Trotdale said. “I’d like to speak with you both in the royal suite conference room about Wanda’s condition.
Princess Cadance and Chancellor Cinch walked up to Dr Trotdale as the rest of group watched on in silence.
“Everyone,” Princess Cadance said. “Feel free to check up on Wanda in her room. We have some business to take care of.”
As Dr Trotdale, Chancellor Cinch and Princess Cadance moved into a separate room of the royal suite, Shining Armor, Buck Withers, Lemony Gems, Gad Zookes, Twilight Velvet, Night Light, Bright Mac, Queen Novo, Princess Skystar, baby Silverstream, Sunset Shimmer, Twilight Sparkle, Spike, Starlight Glimmer, Sunburst, Moondancer, Danged Spell, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Applejack, Fluttershy, Trixie, Ditzy Doo, Golden Lace and Cozy Glow walked towards Princess Wanda’s room and opened the door.
To Be Continued in…
The comfort of friends