//------------------------------// // "We'll make history." // Story: Troubled Twins // by Wayofthepen //------------------------------// When Kin opened his eyes, he was confused. Only a moment ago, he was arguing with Celestia and having an intense magical battle with her, in which he lost. Why did he feel like he was forgetting something, something important... It’d have to wait. He got a look at his surroundings. He was in the middle of a field... And surrounded by two groups of ponies of equal distance from the other. The group to his right wore golden armor, the Equestrian sun symbol prominent on every single one of them. The same symbol was on the banner being held up by several ponies. On the other end, was a dark blue set of armor, and a mix of normal ponies and bat ponies. The moon was imprinted on their armor, as well as on the banner being lifted up. The armor looked vaguely familiar... “Down with Lunars!” “Death to Solars!” “End the- Who is that? Is he a Solar?” “A Lunar? He must be!” Kin just looked around confused. This wasn’t what he had expected when he returned. A small group from both sides, none looking happy. The 'Lunar' side was armed with a strange metallic weapon. He swore he had seen one before, but couldn’t place where... The words of a ‘Lunar’ broke through his thoughts, “The cease-fire only lasts a little while longer. So who be you? A putrid Solar, or a glorious Lunar?” “Of course he’s a Solar! Did you see how close he was to us when he transported here?” “No one was talking to you, minion of the tyrant.” “Tyrant? How dare yo-” “...While this arguing is lovely to hear... I’m looking for someone.” Kin spoke out, interrupting the argument. The Lunar looked at him curiously, finally taking in all of Kin’s features. “...And who might you be looking for? The Night Princess?” “Yes, actually. Where is Luna?” A shadow fell across the field as a new contestant joined the field, and landed on the side of the Lunars. “I am here, and the ce-...” It was... Luna, Kin thought. She looked different. Darker, her mane more starry and not as gentle. Her eyes were like that of a dragon, slitted and more greenish-blue than before. Her teeth were sharper... Was it really her? “...Luna? Is that you?” He asked, his head cocked to the side questioningly. “I used to be called that, until my sister changed it. I am Nightmare Moon, rightful ruler of all Equestria!” She yelled out, causing an uproar on the side of the Solars. Another figure came to the middle of the field, only this one he could recognize easily. Celestia was trotting up, surprised to see him. “Shadowkin... It’s been a while. As you can see, things got... Complicated.” As she said complicated, she looked towards her sister. “It would be appreciated if you would aid the Solar Empire in restoring Equestria back to normal.” “Would you dare help her? After what she did to you? To me? ...To us?” His love’s words rang through his head for a while longer than he had expected. They were filled with true emotions, not the fake ones Celestia often used. He was conflicted. He either chose what was right, or chose the love of his life. Happiness, or sadness. Joy, or depression... “I...” He moved to Nightmare Moon’s side. “...Choose her side.” Celestia looked taken aback by this, “What? I thought you’d choose what was right.” “I did... I chose what was right for me.” Kin said coldly to her, making Nightmare smile a wicked smile. “You see, dear sister...” She started, her horn charging a spell. “...He knows where his loyalties lie. As for you...” She turned to her massive army, and gave a nod, causing all of them to raise their weapons and aim at the Solars, who in return did the same thing. “...You’ve got a lot to learn.” And she cast her spell, she and Shadowkin no longer being on the battlefield. Celestia made a hasty retreat, not eager to be caught in the crossfire between the two armies. And when she re-appeared after casting her spell, she was looking up at Canterlot. A new banner hung from its side, and on it was the large moon. She knew she was losing, and now with Kin returned and against her... She didn’t think she’d win. - - - - Canterlot Throne Room - - - - They appeared in said room, Nightmare Moon bringing herself to the throne and sitting down, watching as Kin took in all of the room. There were significant changes in decor. Instead of it being bright and having several banners praising the sun goddess, it was dark and those banners had been replaced by the same ones that were used in the battlefield. “Luna, what’s going on?” Kin asked her as he trotted up the stairs to take a seat by her side. She looked at him with a face almost as emotionless as Celestia’s, “Not many may call me Luna, but you are the exception. As for the answer to your question, I am claiming what is rightfully mine. The era of magic still stands, but in your absence, we found other means. Technology can advance, and benefit both the ponies, and us. We’ll rule together, my love. And together, the world shall be changed for the better.” He could feel that she was ‘darker’ than her usual self. The way she talked, the way she walked, and more importantly, the rising against her sister. Something was off... But he found himself liking it, and he knew not why. “...Are you so certain?” She turned her head to look out one of the many windows strategically placed around the throne room, “Yes. I am very certain. With you by my side, we shall rule a new era, and that era shall never end.” “...And of your sister?” Her head jerked back to Shadowkin, anger obvious in both her expression and tone, “Do NOT speak of her. She shall share the same fate as her followers. Either exilement, or execution.” “I’ve always followed you before... Now will be no different. I’ll do whatever it takes.” Kin draped a wing over her, and she smiled. “I could always count on you... But it won’t be all smile and happiness from here on out. The war has been going on for a while, and due to Celestia shunning the use of technology, we have the advantage.” “I see... Just give me orders, my night princess.” His tone and expression was very serious. “Tomorrow, you’ll begin your reign as an official prince by my side. Together... We’ll make history.”