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// A Letter 
// Story: A Dream, A Bow, and a Letter 
// by Pnakotic 
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After seeing Chrysalis back to her kingdom, this time in a much less explosive manner, Celestia sat by a slowly burning fire recounting the day’s events.  Olive Branch had decided to remain behind; Celestia was hardly surprised considering the drone had nearly gone catatonic upon seeing the vast Canterlot library.  She had made peace with somepony she up until recently considered a mortal enemy.  All that was missing was a friendship report from Twilight, although perhaps it was time Celestia wrote her own report…

Dear my most Faithful Student Twilight Sparkle,
I know that it is usually you who sends me a friendship report, but you ought to realize that I myself have not learned everything there is to know about friendship.  Over the past week I have come to realize that a kindred spirit may be found in the most unlikely of places.  I realize that you will not immediately accept this nor do I expect you to, also please ensure you are sitting down for this next part.  I have entered into diplomatic relations with the changeling empire, including their queen Chrysalis.  I know you will find this suspicious and will no doubt investigate this yourself, but I beg you to trust me in this matter.  Chrysalis is not the cruel and manipulative demon you most likely see her as, she is a ruler, one who has had to sacrifice much for her people and continue to do so.  Which brings me to what I have learned, there is always a better option than outright rejection of another, from the smallest of arguments between friends to a battle between a princess and a queen.  When offered the sword it is often better to put it aside in favor of the quill; when offered an enemy, make a friend instead.  

Now my faithful student I have a task for you, in a few days’ time I will send a changeling by the name of Olive Branch to Ponyville.  I have arranged for his room and board so you needn’t worry about it.  The task I have for you is to look past your differences and see the similarities you share.  I think you will find that you two have a lot in common.

Sincerely,
Princess Celestia

P.S.  If he starts calling me “mistress” again please feel free to… correct him.