//------------------------------// // Chapter 8: Festive Conclusion // Story: Guardians of Harmony: Nightmare on Halloween Street // by Postwarmonkey50 //------------------------------// Thankfully, after the disastrous few hours, the cleanup was finished quicker than they thought. After they were done, Thorin talked to the humans whilst many others were present as they talked to the elder and other leaders. “How is it possible that all of you had been living in Caribouria this whole time?” asked Thorin. “I can answer that.” Said Moonlight (though a little hesitant because when he mother found out, she wasn’t very happy about that). “During the festivities I felt a magical pull and followed it. When I arrived, I arrived at the abandoned land of Edoras, the home of the House of Rohan.” Many, except a few, were surprised to hear this. “When the humans were leaving this world,” said Moonlight, “Achilles personally hid the humans underground, to ensure that no one would find them. But as time went by, the underground city had prospered into something large an amazing. They lived there for a long time, but they didn’t want to get involved in the world’s conflict because of the distrust they had with one another.” Thorin thought about it, stood up and walked over to the Elder and humans around him. “You are right,” said Thorin, “There were many who would seek to destroy what they wanted for themselves, but there are also good folks who would do what they can to ensure that the world has a bright future.” Thorin walked a bit back and forth whilst saying “It was long ago that a relative of the royal family, turned his back on everything that our kingdom stood for, and thus wiped out the royal family and took over the kingdom. I did everything I could to free it, but many had begun to lose hope, especially when so many houses had fallen prey to their own fears.” He stopped and gestured to Beau and the others, “But if it weren’t for a member of the Rohan family and his friends, our kingdom would’ve been lost forever.” He looked at them and said “I made a vow from that day on, that I would never let the old ways of our past plague us again and would seek to build a better future…” He placed his hand onto the elder’s shoulder and said “That includes humanity too.” “Ponykind had also been at odds with one another.” Said Princess Twilight whilst standing next to Thorin. “Earth Ponies, Unicorns and Pegasi were constantly at each other’s throats and when the Windigos came along, they instantly blamed one another. And they failed to realize that the more they fight, the worse the cold gets. If it weren’t for Clover the Clever, Smart Cookie and Pansy, they wouldn’t have been able to convince the leaders of the kingdoms to change their ways. We even tried to make it a united kingdom.” “Indeed.” Said Princess Celestia when she and Princess Luna stood together. “There had always been many obstacles and disagreed with a few things, but it had always been a work in progress.” “There were many ponies who were distrustful to every creature because of their reputation,” said Princess Luna, “But it was thanks to our friendships that we were able to reach out to so many who would turn their backs on us.” “When Beau and the others first came to Equestria,” said Princess Twilight, “There were some that were reluctant to trust them, even my own brother. But because of Beau’s bravery, even before he became a Knight, he stood up for me when nopony else did. And because of that, the two of us got married and had a child of our own. In time, more humans came and many ponies had begun to warm up to them, and had a place to call their own home.” “Your kind was long forgotten by many,” said Thorin, “That is why you have my word that your kind will never be abandoned or forgotten again. Cause believe it or not, Caribouria was also the humans’ home before they all left.” Thorin placed his hand on the Elder’s shoulder and said “Therefore I must ask…will you live in Caribouria among us once more?” “There are over two hundred thousand humans that lived underground.” Said the Elder, which surprised them to hear how many are still alive. “Half of them wish to live in Caribouria, to restore the House of Rohan. Once that is done, we wish to be part of that society.” “Which is good.” Said Beau, “I think the House of Rohan is in good hands.” “And if you wish,” said the Elder, “You and your family are more than welcome to live among this house again.” “I’d be more than happy to.” Said Princess Twilight, “I’d love to see what knowledge they had before they left.” Thorin smiled and said “Agreed. And if you ever need help. Don’t hesitate to ask.” “Wait,’ said Silver, “If the one hundred thousand want to live in Caribouria, what about the rest?” “I have selected a few leaders to lead a small amount of the population with them.” Said the Elder, “They choose to live out in the rest of the world, to see what they have to offer.” “Equestria will ensure that humans are most welcome to live in our kingdom.” Said Princess Celestia. “Same with the Crystal Empire,” said Princess Cadance. Many of the humans were eager to move to their new homes, for they had live underground for so many years, they wish to see what the world has to offer them. “Until then, before we get to that,” said Thorin, gaining everyone’s attention, “Let us enjoy the festivities.” “Let’s party!!” shouted both Pinkie Pie and her counterpart, which got everyone to cheer at the same time. Which is a good thing too, cause they didn’t want to keep Pinkie Pie away from the party for too long, otherwise she might go stir crazy within the hour. “And speaking of which,” said Beau to his human friends, “I also have a surprise for you.” They were curious of what that surprise was, until he stepped away and to Genus, Platinum, Nebula, Ignis and Chance’s surprise, it was none other than their parents and family members that they thought that they’d never see again. They instantly ran over and hugged them, and were extremely happy to see one another. Platinum’s parents saw Princess Celestia for the first time, and both of them were surprised to see her. “Is this her?” asked Platinum’s mother, to which he nodded. She looked at Celestia, all impressed and said “She’s beautiful.” “You sure know how to pick em son, she’s drop dead gorgeous.” Said Platinum’s dad. “Dad.” Muttered Platinum, to which Celestia couldn’t help but blush and smile at the same time, whilst at the same time, both Platinum and Celestia’s children were also there, causing the parents to go over and give them a hug. “The festivities will last for three days,” said Thorin, “So all of you are more than willing to enjoy it to your heart’s content.” “But…” said EG Pinkie Pie, gaining everyone’s attention. “Before we do that…” “Let’s make some exciting music!!” shouted EG Rainbow Dash. Soon enough, everyone was near a stage inside the city, and the Rainbooms begin to play. As the Rainbooms sang, their husbands watched from the back of the stage whilst smiling as they were having fun. At the same time, everyone was near the stage and began to cheer, even the humans, for they haven’t heard that song before, which got them really excited. However, Ignis suddenly surprised them when he and the Rainboom’s husbands began to sing whilst wearing their own spooky costumes. Everyone cheered at that, for the festivities is about to get exciting, whilst the Rainboom’s jaws had dropped from what they just saw. “Since when can you guys sing?!” exclaimed EG Rainbow Dash. “You’re not the only gifted music group.” Said Invictus with a smirk. ******************************************************************************************* Soon the festivities went underway, for every human began to enjoy them with every creature alongside them, and true and behold, everyone had enjoyed each other’s company, even the husbands’ relatives were having fun whilst everyone was in full swing. Frosty, Pinkie Pie, Cake Frosting and EG Pinkie Pie were at the cutout stands with their heads poking out as their bodies were the drawing of the board whilst they made silly faces, with the Pie Twins coming along and pied them in their faces, causing them to laugh. Bolt, Rainbow Dash, Invictus, EG Rainbow Dash and Bolt Jr. we’re competing in an obstacle course, with Rainbow and EG Rainbow trying to won up one another, which was easier said than done whilst everyone was cheering both of them on. At the food stands, Bucky, Applejack, Pineapple Breeze, EG Applejack, Apple Slice, Celestia, Luna, Platinum, Nebula and their families were at the food stands, eating to their hearts content whilst also enjoying sharing it. In the so called horror house, Fluttershy and EG Fluttershy (because they lost a bet with Rainbow that one time) were scared out of their minds whilst Genus and Wild Heart protected them, with Warm Breeze and Comfy Breeze also staying behind cover. Shining Armor jumped into Cadance’s arms out of fright, which Cadance gave a flexed and deadpanned expression, same with Flurry Heart and Raging Halbert, whilst Blade laughed his butt off. Dusk Light, EG Twilight, Beau, Princess Twilight and Moonlight were looking over the schedules of where they wanted to go, where the other attractions were and so on, whilst Moonlight pointed at the beautiful fireworks above them. At the same time, Starlight and Chance were helping Trixie and Mystic with their performances, to which the audience couldn’t help but applaud over their recent successful show, whilst at the same time, Silver, Rarity, Quicksilver and EG Rarity, along with Crystal Gem, were showing off their fashion to everyone, which the audience couldn’t help but cheer and also want a dress like theirs. Thorin and Lizzie, along with Sunset, Ignis and Searing Shimmer, were watching the parade with many different creatures performing whilst passing them by at the same time. Everyone soon got together and ended up getting together for their picture, courtesy of Photo Finish. ************************************************************************************************** By the end of the third day, the festival had been a major success. Though before the sun began to set, every creature began to continue with their daily lives, whilst at the same time, Moonlight took Thorin and many other to Edoras, the home of the House of Rohan. Many were surprised to see this. “Incredible.” Said Thorin, “So this is what it looks like.” “This was once where the city of the Rohan family once stood tall and proud.” Said the Elder, “But now…” Beau held onto the Elder’s shoulder, gaining his attention and said “It can be again. Though I think the city will be in good hands, now that all of you no longer have to hide.” “And all of you can count on my kingdom to help rebuild it to its former glory.” Said Thorin. “Though it needs a new name.” said Lizzie, “Since Edoras had been forgotten through time.” “How about…New Rohan,” said Moonlight, gaining their attention. “In honor of the Rohan family finally returning to the world.” “Is it possible for Genus and the others’ relatives to come to Equestria?” asked Beau when he looked at his grandmother. “It would,” said Brightstar, “But it would have to be their decision.” “We talked to them,” said Bolt, now calmer than when he was since they left Equestria. “They said that they’d like nothing more. And seeing that we started a new path in our story, they figured so would they.” They soon went back to Caribouria to rest up for the day. ************************************************************************************************ The next day, at the same time, many ships were prepared to leave that carried five thousand out of a hundred thousand each, determined to help them find their new homes. “Wish we could’ve gone to help them,” said Bucky, “It would’ve been a whole lot easier to help them.” “Don’t worry,” said Lizzie as she came to see them off, “Thanks to Thorin, he was able to send messages to the other kingdoms and they’d be more than willing to help them out. As for the last ten thousand, they’ll be heading to Equestria.” “I will ensure that they will be happy in their new homes.” Said Princess Celestia. “And I shall aid in their struggles as well.” Said Princess Luna. “We will be glad to help them as well.” Said Princess Cadance as she and Shining Armor stood together. The Pinkie and her kids gasped with joy, as Pinkie said “Then we can finally have our very own…!!” At the same time, both Pinkie and her kids shouted out loud “Welcome Humans to Equestria party!!” “Though there’s something else that comes to mind.” Asked Shining Armor. “Where will they all live?” Said Beau. “Exactly.” Said Shining Armor whilst Princess Luna teleported Equestria’s map, allowing a handful of folks to look at it. “According to this,” said Princess Luna whilst she investigated with the others, “There’s a large plot of land between Ponyville and White Tail Woods.” “There had been idea to use that location as a settlement long ago,” said Princess Celestia, “But it was deemed an unworthy place to settle because of the rough terrain.” “Thankfully after a thousand years the land has changed,” said Princess Cadance, “Now it’s a viable place for anyone to live in now, even a spot to have a large enough farmland for them.” “Then it’s settled,” said Beau, “The remaining humans will go there. But once they get there, they’ll need a government and military structure, homes to live in, even leadership for both their settlement and to represent themselves to Canterlot should they need anything.” “My people promise to help make it happen to establish themselves.” Said Thorin. “As will we.” Said Princess Celestia, “This will be the first time ever that we will be co-building an entire settlement.” “But what will we call it?” asked Bolt. “We’ll call it…” said Beau as he thought about it. Then finally said “New Harmonia.” Some looked surprised, with Twilight saying “New Harmonia. I like it.” “Same here,” said Shining Armor, “It has a nice ring to it.” “Very well,” said Princess Celestia with a smile, “New Harmonia it is.” ****************************************************************************************** Soon enough, all of the airships took off and slowly headed towards their destination, with Beau and the others waving goodbye to Thorin and the others. As their airship flew ahead, the other three carrying the humans follow them, so that they could get to their destination and start anew. At the same time, Beau stood at the front of the deck whilst leaning forward against the rail, smiling as the morning breeze began to grace his face. He looked down and saw many humans and other creatures coming together and began to rebuild the House of Rohan in order to restore it. “Are you okay?” Beau looked behind and saw Princess Twilight, Moonlight, along with the others and their husbands, even the Rainbooms were there. “You know,” said Beau as he couldn’t help but chuckle and said “It’s kind of funny.” “What’s that?” asked Sunset. Beau looked to his left and said “When myself and the others first came here, we thought that we’d be the last of the humans in this world, and we’d probably die in the future. But I was able to come to terms and made peace with that thought.” He looked ahead and said “But now, there are a lot of humans who chose to hide in this world, rather than leave with the others.” “And now because of it,” said Princess Celestia as she and Princess Luna stood at his right, “Many of them have chosen to live in different kingdoms, including Equestria.” “It will do us all good that they’re very close to home now.” Said Princess Luna. “And they’re very happy.” Said Bolt as the others soon joined, with Princess Twilight standing next to Beau and held his hand. “Our own relatives even chose to live there too.” Beau and Bucky looked a little down as they were in thought. Which Princess Twilight noticed. “Would you…like to see your families again?” “No.” said Beau, which surprised Princess Twilight. “My family turned their backs on not only just me, but our legacy, even our heritage long ago.” “Same with me,” said Bucky, “Daisy and I don’t want to see our parents again, not after the way they treated me after Daisy died.” “I agree.” Said Daisy, “I was very disgusted when Bucky told me. So we don’t want to be involved with them ever again.” “And this right here,” said Beau as he wrapped his arm around Princess Twilight with a hug, “I wouldn’t trade what we have for anything. Besides, we’re married, so your parents are my parents.” Princess Twilight smiled and hugged him back, with Moonlight in between, which allowed herself to be hugged between them. Princess Twilight’s friends hugged their husbands, Spike hugged Emily, with the royals and friends also hugging their husbands. All of them looked ahead as they saw the moon beginning to set and the sun beginning to rise, which was the perfect picture for everybody. “Everything really is going to change for the better for the future.” Said Princess Twilight. “And no matter what happens,” said Beau, “We’ll face them together.” Everyone soon enjoyed their ride heading back to Equestria. For this was truly a holiday for all of them to remember.