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// The fight 
// Story: Brotherly Troubles 
// by KaylaBlues 
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I wanted to know where Queen Chrysalis was heading to, but I know I should get directions from my brother first, or just ask him to come with me. As much as I know the consequences of disturbing the queen without her permission, I'm sure that she wouldn't mind me going. She doesn't care about me. Pharynx, on the other hand, needs to be extra careful, one wrong move could get him removed from his lead position. I didn't want to risk my brother's safety so I chose to go alone instead.

I still needed directions, so I asked my brother for a map guide. I just had to find him.

After a few turns, I saw him and two other changelings. I recognized them as Pharynx second and third-in command. They were probably talking about more effective ways to defeat the ponies in Equestria. I decided to wait until until their conversation is over. 

"Long time no see, idiot."

Huh? Who was that? I turned and saw a three familiar faces. I couldn't remember who he was so I asked him. "Uh...Do I know you?".

Three of them were shocked. They whispered to each other for a bit. Then the first one said again.

"Well, I'm quite surprised. I was hoping you'd remembered us...but since you didn't, let us reintroduce ourselves, this should trigger your memory." All three of them started walking towards me with fierce looks. I still couldn't remember who they were.

"I'm sorry but I still don't know who you are." I told them anxiously. I saw a changeling behind the three of them, looking down.

"How many times do I need to tell you... Get the hell OUT AWAY FROM MY BROTHER!" It was Pharynx protecting me, again... Like he always does. I suddenly remembered who the three were.

No, not this time.

"I recognize you now. You were those three bullies who mocked me when we were all innocent young bugs. It certainly is a pleasure to see you again. What a shame, you have became more like mindless jokers than troublesome bullies..." I lost my voice, I can't think of more ways to be assertive with them.

All three started laughing. Was I not great at being assertive too...?

Pharynx staring at us, started hissing at the bullies.

The third bully flew away but the second buly stayed. The second bully must have already sworn loyalty towards the first bully. The first bully continued to talk.

"Wow, Pharynx. Letting your guard down, I see. You would normally turn into a monster and chase us away."

"I could do it again, you now, so choose your moves and words wisely. Thorax, get out of here." 

I couldn't leave my brother alone. I still needed the directions. "No. It's time for me to defend myself. Let me handle this alone-" I was cut off by the second bully. He was gonna deal with me while the first started fighting with my brother.

"You just said you wanted to handle this alone. Well, here's your chance. Come at me."

I hesitated at first. Then, I charged at the second bully with all my might. 

"WHAT IS GOING ON HERE!" Chrysalis shouted had appeared out from the shadows. She looked at the bullies, Pharynx, then me.

"Oh. So this is what's going on..." Chrysalis said. She facepalmed. "Pharynx, Axery, come with me," Axery, so that was his name. Queen Chrysalis looked at me and the other bully. "And you two, stay put and don't cause any more headaches." Queen Chrysalis flew off with Pharynx and Axery into the same dark corner.

The second bully stared at me fiercely and walked away. I then remembered something Chrysalis said. 

"you should get back to your brother, especially if you're planning to come here again."

I followed them into the hole.