//------------------------------// // Chapter 7: The Gladesworth Forest // Story: Lost Symphonies // by cherrycustard //------------------------------// Lost Symphonies “On when Harmony and Symphony become one……… Will it be enough to light up the darkest hour…for Equestria and Symponia’s salvation?” Chapter 7: The Gladesworth Forest =========================================================================== Twilight’s group had finally left Ponyville along with Princess Heart Bright and the other Symponian Ponies in search for the three remaining Symphony Treasures while getting to the forgotten city of Unicornia. All of them are following the road that actually leads to the forests that is surrounding Willy Nelly Mountain. Brights Brightly told Twilight about the route they’re gonna take and given them a map for them to remember. For Twilight, it can be a dangerous journey she and her friends are about to take. As everypony are still walking, Heart Bright still wondered about what role she is going to play as a Princess. Seeing that her awakened power far surpasses Twilight or the other Unicorn Ponies, she knew that her true mother has the same abilities as she does. Rainbow Dash and Waterfire were both bored hovering up the ground and following the group. The Cerulean Pegasus looked at Twilight and sighed. “You even sure that we should trust that map Twilight?” sighed Rainbow Dash while hovering beside her. “I even don’t know where this Unicorna place is actually located in this strange, weird world.” Twilight looked at the map and spoke. “Sadly myself, I even don’t know where it was actually located too. But if I’m correct, the route that we were taking is actually an old trading route between Ponyville and Unicornia,” said Twilight “…And that Ponyville is well famous for its crops during the classical era.” “Of course….” Rainbow is started on what she said. “I guess you studying a lot have its advantages is it?” “Also, et ez strange….Unicornia iz considered a once bustling capital of Symponia before Grogar attacked et and reduced it to ruins.” Amberlocks wondered. “But I do read some of zhose old novels involving ze place. Some of zhem doesn’t make zhense.” “But if Unicornia is considered a fabled city, then what about Heart Bright?” Pick-a-Lilly asked. She is also confused on the subject. “Like what we know from Mayor Flitter Flutter that Unicornia crumbled after Heart Bright is sent 1000 years ago into our timeline. “And ended up as a unicorn.” Lavender Locket Wondered. “I know Miss Heart Bright is a powerful Alicorn is she?” The older Lavender Unicorn wondered about this regarding Heart Bright. Seeing her and her friends witnessed how powerful she is after single-hoofingly defeated the Stratadon back at Ponyville. Even more surprising that is that was only a fraction of her power and it wasn’t fully unleashed as Brights Brightly said. Can it be her powers far surpassed more than Twilight? She then looked at the others in confusion. “Honestly I don’t even know either, but when we saw her use her Alicorn powers I can see it wasn’t all of it.” Twilight Sparkle said. “Then that means I still need to unlock every bit of my Alicorn Magic then.” Heart Bright replied to Twilight, who is more confused as she does. “And if that happens, I can defeat that Grogar monster.” “’Ah don’ think I’ll be easy Sugarcube. I’m mightly amused about ‘yer powers y’all but,” Applejack heeded. “Controlling magic similar to the Princesses can take time. As far as what I heard from ‘Twi.” “It’s like taking baby steps one at a time Darling thought this is magic we’re talking about.” Replied Rarity with approving look. “For me myself, I learned my magic to find gems after that Sonic Rainboom unlocked my magical potential.” She continued, shifting her look to Rainbow Dash. “Hey, beats me. I keep on improving that move since I first done when I was a little filly.” Rainbow said. Minty got puzzled on what Rainbow Dash said. “Wait…..what’s this…. ‘Sonic Rainboom’ you’re talking about?” Minty asked as the other ponies also wondered. “Jeez….you fillies don’t even hear of a Sonic Rainboom then?” Rainbow Dash asked. The G3.5 ponies nodded on Dash’s question, which makes the cerulean and rainbow maned Pegasus facehoof. Pinkie Pie giggled on their reaction. “Well a Sonic Rainboom is actually the best thing you’ll ever see. When Rainbow Dash flies very fast, she can do a sonic boom and a rainbow at the same time and also can increase her speed multifold and then save ponies from falling like one time when Rarity’s wings burned out in the Best Young Flyers completion and she goes falling until Rainbow Dash saved and……” Pinkie excitedly explained to them until Rarity stops her by putting her hoof into her mouth. “Darling, you do know I don’t want to be reminded of that.” Said Rarity while reminding her about that experience. “Flying is good and all but I hope you never speak of that ever again. I still got a terrifying experience when my beautiful wings burned out and I almost got squashed like a pony pancake.” She continued looking at Pinkie Pie, with the pink pony giving a nod. “Oh. That must be an exciting and beautiful move then Miss Rainbow Dash.” Lavender Locket said. “Indeed little one. That move is really a flash, when you refer it to Rainbow Dash. Of course ponies, this task are quite a hard one, and also can be frowned upon.” Zecora rhymed and smile. “Oh wait….I never missed a rhyme before, if my vocabulary is getting sore.” “Oh Zecora…” Twilight giggled. “But then thanks for accompanying us for this trip. We really need a lot of pony help this time when Grogar is involved.” “And especially when that bizzare image of Symponia just showed up back on our world. That’s just creepy.” Spike replied. “Speaking of our world, I wonder if Equestria will be alright.” Applejack worried. “’Ah ‘betcha Apple Bloom would be scared like a rattlesnake back home.” “Same goes to Angel. Poor thing, I know he isn’t fed yet before we go to Symponia.” Fluttershy replied. “Moreover, Scootaloo is gonna question me where did I go this time after were done with this search.” Rainbow said. “And Sweetie Belle is gonna be worried.” Rarity said. “Don’t worry. I know zat your friends and family will be alright back at your world.” Amberlocks said. “I hope so Miss Amberlocks.” Twilight said, worrying. “I hope so.” “And also they’re gonna be ok….whoever their names were.” Minty said sarcastically which causes Heart Bright to laugh a bit. “Hey, I’m being serious here your highness, I’m not joking around on that kind of matter Well….come to think of it, all of us were in this mess now.” “You think Minty? It’s like the Mayor said we saw everything happen yesterday and weren’t allowed to leave the mansion.” Waterfire said in disappointment. “And worst of all, I was kicked out of my damn job!” “Serves you right.” Rainbow Dash giggled. “Shut up.” Waterfire replied harshly. “Girls, we shouldn’t really argue on this! Besides, I’m very sorry to get you ponies involved on my problem.” Heart Bright apologized. “It’s not like it’s my fault to begin with, but I do feel that I am connected to how Unicorna fell 1000 years ago and being a lost princess.” “Also that your mother is still alive, asleep in Unicornia for over 1000 years.” Twilight Sparkle replied. “Well we should reach Gladesworth Forest by sunset and camp in there.” The ponies agreed as they all walked on the said road, following the same path where all merchants go to Unicornia back in those times. Some of the Pegasi were asked to hover to see if they can spot something wrong along the way. The trip is rather half silent-half lively as ponies from two worlds talked about their experiences on their jobs along the way. Heart Bright learned about how close she is now to her new friends like 5 years ago, feeling a bit happy that they all reminded her of them. As the ponies reached a split route a while later, Twilight Sparkle said they must go right to reach Gladesworth Forest. The ponies decided to follow the right direction. ******* As the ponies march onto the direction they picked, they started to notice about the trees in the landscape as they all reached Gladesworth Forest. The ponies then followed the way inside the forest while looking at the hazards that could pop out in front of them. The rest of the trip is very silent, everypony were wary that they need to reach Unicornia. Later that day, the sun is about to set and everypony stopped for a moment as they all notice that is getting dark. Even Lavender Locket is getting scared on the sudden change. “Ahhhhh…….it’s getting dark and it’s getting scary now….” Lavender Locket replied trying to nuzzle into Heart Bright. “Well….I think it’s not a good idea to go to the forest this early on Twilight.” Fluttershy said scared too. “There would be a lot of scary creatures living in here…..and the ones who wants to…..eat us…” “Oh come on Fluttershy! Those creatures won’t actually get us since they’re 15 of us here. And besides, we got Twilight here to use her protection spell anytime.” Said Rainbow Dash while trying to make the situation better. “There iz one problem Rainbow Dash, zhere are some creatures in ze Gladesworth Forest who were capable of even breaking a protection spell.” Amberlocks said. “Actually no one has been here in zhis forest at night.” “Or even camp here.” Pick-a-Lilly said. “The creatures here are dangerous to us ponies.” “Girls, my friends have been here in this forest since 5 years ago. And they did survived not getting eaten at night. I’m pretty sure it has to do with Pinkie Pie using her wits.” Heart Bright said, remembering something. “Me?” Pinkie said in confusing. “Not you, the other Pinkie Pie. You know the one who’s already dead?” Minty corrected. “Oh…….. I always get too confused on my other counterpart.” Pinkie Pie replied. “Mine as well. Also I can’t believe I’m a FASHIONISTA in this world. It’s a good thing she’s not alive.” Rainbow replied. “RAINBOW!” Heart Bright scolded. “That’s just mean for you to refer my friends like that.” “Chill out Princess, jeez!” Rainbow Dash replied back. “I’m just telling the truth!” “Enough girls! We should have begun setting up our campsite before it gets really dark. And I know that there are alternate counterparts of us in this worlds so don’t make it worse.” Twilight said sternly. “She’s right; we should begin setting up out temporary campsite.” Heart Bright said looking at the other ponies agreeing on them. “Well ok. Rarity, Amberlocks and Twilight Sparkle should set up the tents.” “Ahh……great! One thing I need to get my hooves dirty.” Rarity groaned. “Applejack, Minty and Pick-a-Lilly must gather enough firewood for our bornfire. Just make sure you ponies don’t get lost.” Twilight said to Applejack. “Right ‘betcha ‘twi! Let’s go you two!” Applejack said as she picked up the basket with her mouth and leaves the group, with both Minty and Pick-a-Lilly following them. “Waterfire and Rainbow Dash should monitor the skies above us in case of Grogar trying to ambush us.” Heart Bright said. “What?” Waterfire said. “Why should I even be with her??” “C’mon! You two should work together for once! And besides we need to see if the coast is clear for us to camp.” Spike said. “You heard the dragon sister! Let’s go…….if you dare.” And with that, Rainbow Dash soared above the sky to monitor things below. “Wha….wait!” Waterfire said as she followed the rainbow maned Pegasus above the sky. The others looked at the two pegasi going to the sky as they both started to survey the ground. “Ok. Now who’s going to cook dinner tonight? I’m really starving.” Lavender Locket said to the others. “Be patient Lavender Locket, I think one of Twlight’s friends knew what to do here….” Heart Bright said and is looking at Pinkie Pie like a new meat. “Eh……..are you kidding? I can only do desserts silly ally!” Pinkie Giggled, but became sarcastic as she sighed. “Well…tell you the truth; I only know a few non-pastry recipes since The Cakes were the ones who cook dinner during my stay on their place.” “I can help you on the cooking Pinkie. I know just the recipe for the little ones that I also enjoy myself.” Fluttershy said. “Well…..if we have some Spinach and Hay.” “Well me and Zecora got some food here.” Spike said as he went to their big backpack and opened it up, showing cans of spinach and hay, packed fresh. “I knew it is gonna be a long trip so I decided to pack up a lot.” “Spikey-Wikey, that was very thoughtful of you darling.” Rarity smiled, which causes Spike to blush. “Awww…shucks Rarity!” Spike embarrassedly said. “Well then ponies, dinner must be prepared and can be shared.” Zecora said. “Seeing from you ponies as a hunch, and well you’re all a lively bunch.” “We kinda are Zecora.” Twilight said as they all started to prepare and set up their camp and prepare dinner while waiting for Applejack, Pick-a-Lilly and Minty to come back with the firewood. Heart Bright herself is feeling a little happy now seeing the group together, reminding her of her olden days with her once alive friends. “I think everyone of us would really get along well…….kinda...” Heart Bright said to herself as she helps the others. ******* As the campsite became lively with the ponies bonding together, Grogar’s troops were all spying beyond the campsite and looking at the ponies enjoying together. Bray himself can see a huge group and feel the other pieces of the Symphony Treasures in their possession. His part is slowly glowing to the others, knowing their presence. “Hmm…..it’s like what Master Grogar said.” Bray replied and looked at the campsite. “If we all murder those goody-woody ponies and get the remaining treasures, then no one will stop us.” “It may not be wise to just engage them in an unwanted bloodshed Master Bray. All we need is those treasures.” One of the strange-looking soldiers said. “SILENCE YOU TROGGLE! Grogar doesn’t even care whoever lives or die as long as he’s fully revived to spread darkness all over the universe!” Bray sneered back at the soldier. “You do remember that, Captain Drog.” “Y….yes sir.” Drog replied. “But then, what should we do? We did capture Breezy Blossom and claimed the Blossom of Knowledge from the Breezies. But…” “But then?” “It’s too much to just kill some of them sir! They’re just innocent beings.” Drog said. “And YOU’RE QUESTIONING ME about THAT??? You obeyed Grogar’s orders to kill every single being who opposed him! Including those cutie Breezies…BLAH!” Bray yelled at him. “I already said that no one can oppose Master Grogar you imbecile!” Drog clenched his fists and remembered those words; still remembering that very day Grogar conquered his own people. Knowing is his view, Grogar is the person responsible for the death of the Troggle Royal Family and his kingdom is been enslaved by his forces and Drog had no choice but to obey Grogar himself, or his people will be killed. He remained silent on what Bray said to him and just nodded. “Y…..yes sir.” “Good my slave. Now time to plan our attack.” Bray sneered as he grinned evily. “So what about the visitors from another world? It seems that the Princess of the Sun did send them here in Symphonia just to hinder your plans. Drog said. “Well Master Grogar did expect them to arrive in this world and know more about the lost Princess of the Heart.” Bray said. “Exactly as he predicted. “So now what? Are you also gonna command my people to just kill them on the spot?” Drog asked the evil donkey. “You should know they don’t always follow you or Grogar.” “THAT’S THE REASON YOU AND YOUR PEOPLE ARE GROGAR SLAVES!” Bray shouted harshly and looked at the Troggle. “You should know your place, bitch!” Drog remained silent on what he said and then shifted his focus on the site where the ponies were camping. Though he is an honorable soldier, he has no choice but to follow someone’s orders, the same one who did kill some of his people. ******* A bit beyond the campsite, Minty, Applejack and Pick-a-Lilly were returning to the campsite with all the firewood they gather. Applejack herself is carrying the basket filled with wood on her back while Pick-a-Lilly hovers above the earth pony and make sure it doesn’t fall. Minty on the other hand is getting rather scared as she looked left and right on creatures that may pop out and eat them. So far however, no one ever attacked them being a sign of relief to the ponies. As the trio trotted on, Pick-a-Lilly looked at Applejack. “So Applejack how did you and your friends get together for the first time?” Pick-a-Lilly asked “All of us Symphonian Ponies know you were all sent by Princess Celestia back at the world of Equestria and that’s it.” “To tell you the truth, you ponies don’ even tell us your personal experiences.” Minty said. “And if you did, it won’t help us in this scary forest.” “Well you two, it was kinda a looong story. ‘Ah’m not sure if I can remember all the Fancy details about it, but to be honest, Meeting Twilight Sparkle united all of us together.” Applejack said as she walked on. “We want to know each and every detail.” Minty teased. “Sugarcube, ‘Ah think that’s a bit too far?” Applejack asked the green pony and nodded. “Ok then…. Well it started during the Summer Sun festival, about two years ago. It was that time that Twilight and Spike stepped foot into Ponyville, well sent by the Princess to prevent the revival of Nightmare Moon. And….” As the trio walked on, Applejack explained everything about her adventures with the other ponies back home, telling them how did they met, becoming the Bearers of the Elements of Harmony, attending the Gala and stopping Discord. Both ponies listened carefully as she vaguely explained to them in detail. They both up in their ears as they walked further. Applejack also told them about the time during the Royal Wedding between Princess Cadance and Shining Armor and how she was assigned to be the royal chef of the event; thought except the Changelings messed everything up and made the wedding upside down during her invasion. The two were impressed on her story, and also amazed that Applejack and her friend were always together through thick and thin. “Neat-o Applejack! I never knew you are in the Wedding Reception back in Equestria.” Minty amazingly said. “And also in a gala.” Pick-a-Lilly said. “I think you did wear a pretty dress back then.” “Not exactly, well ‘ah did once when ‘ah was a filly and went to Manhatten. ‘Ah think city life is not mah thing.” Applejack said. “So about that barn….I do think THAT your family is trying their best to make some money right?” Minty asked. “Yeah…..’ah think the barn back home is needing of some repairs. And Big Mac needs some new farming tools too; our plow back home is kinda broken.” Applejack said. “And so does some things.” “I see. Well I also try my best to earn some money for my shop in Ponyville. Despite that I also got some old stuff replacing.” Pick-a-Lilly said. “And also needing some money too so I can pay my rent every month while working in Ponyville.” Minty said. “Eeeyup, ‘ah think we all share some goals there.” Applejack said. “We all peruse to reach our dreams someday and enjoy our lives to the fullest.” The two agreed as the trio marched on and almost at the homestretch to the campsite. Somehow, Pick-a-Lilly heard some moaning, somewhere in the forest when her ears perked up and stopped at one place. She looked around the surroundings and tries to listen to the moans from a distance. “Applejack….I think someone’s here.” Pick-a-Lilly said. “I can hear someone breathing hard in the forest. And someone hurt.” “Seriously Pick-a-Lilly, I don’t hear anyone in this area other than us ponies.” Minty stated. “ And even if someone is they should be here in FRONT of us!” She said staring at Pick-a-Lilly. “No Sugarcube, she is right.” Applejack said while she perked her ears up. “’Ah can hear someone in trouble….and it’s right near.” “What??” Minty is surprised on Applejack. “Just don’t tell me you became like Pick-a-Lilly!” “Sugarcube, y’all don’t know that Earth Ponies had a special connection to the Earth to begin with and also we can feel someone who is hurt or injured. ‘Ah think that you never even feel that.” Applejack said. “Though myself got more experience on it while ah’m bucking a lot of apples all the time.” “Riiiight.” Minty said. “So Lilly, where does this moaning originated?” “Well….its vague but follow me.” Pick-a-Lilly said to both ponies as she flew ahead of them. Both Applejack and Minty had no choice but to follow her. Minty and Applejack galloped through the forest following the flying Pegasus as they were approaching to where the moaning is. Pick-a-Lilly picked up more of the moaning sound while both ponies galloped on the ground, following her. As they were nearing the spot, Applejack and Minty can hear the moaning getting a bit louder and louder as they picked up the pace. Minty panted as she galloped and tried to keep up and Pick-a-Lilly picked up her own pace and flew faster. *Huff* *Huff* “Oh come one you two! You’re too fast!” Minty whined while galloping. “Not long now Minty! Looks like Pick-a-Lilly had found where that darn moaning is.” Applejack said. “You’re right! Whatever that is, it could be important.” Minty said. As they picked up their running pace, they both finally arrived to where the moaning is located, seeing Pick-a-Lilly somehow worried and shocked on what she saw as both Applejack and Minty arrived. The two Earth Ponies went to her and looked on who’s causing the noise: three small fairy winged ponies who were deeply hurt. Minty took a look at the three and their colors; the first one is colored yellow with a Yellow and Orange mane and tail, a pair of big Yellow butterfly wings and had a Yellow and Orange Flower for her cutie mark. The other had a pink body with a darker pink mane and tail, Pink wings and a Pink flower for her cutie mark. The last one is deep violet in color with a darker purple mane and tail, bluish-purple wings and a purple flower cutie mark. Each of them had taken a lot of wounds while escaping on whatever home they were living and were all fatigued and tired. As Applejack examined the three, she then felt totally concerned just like Pick-a-Lilly. As she saw the Pegasus kneeling down, she put her hoof closely to the yellow pony’s head and tries to feel if she is still alive. “So are they still ok Sugarcube?” Applejack asked Pick-a-Lilly. “Well….” Pick-a-Lilly put away her hoof and stood up. “Yes…they are. But they all gonna die here if they don’t get proper medical attention. All those wounds they got must have originated from someone who tried to kill them.” “Well how? We need a unicorn that can lift them up with magic.” Minty said. “Minty! Don’t you know that they’re hurt?” Pick-a-Lilly said harshly to her. “Duh.” Minty replied. “Okay Okay I get it. Ah’guess Pick-a-Lilly should carry them back to camp. While Minty here should help me on carrying all of the wood.” “Geez fine there ms Apple Pony!” Minty said. “APPLEJACK!” Applejack corrected. “Sorry!” Minty jokingly answered. ******* A few hours later, the trio safely returned to the campsite alongside the three injured ponies. Applejack and Pick-a-Lilly explained to the other about what happened and how did they find the three and what happened to them. During the entire night, Fluttershy and Pick-a-Lilly laid them down on some leaves near the camp fire and started treating their wounds while they’re out cold. Minty, Applejack, Pinkie Pie and Spike prepare dinner for the entire group with a little bit of hijinx. As they all decided to eat at the campfire, they all discuss about the three injured ponies and trying to find out how did they end up injured. “So girls, do you have any good ideas on where those three mini-ponies came from?” Minty asked. “Well on the down side….no. But I think you ponies know what species they are. It seems that they were a cross between insects and ponies…..like changelings.” Twilight Sparkle replied. “Twilight Darling…” Amberlocks said as she chewed on her Spinach stew. “Et’s zeems zhey are called Breezies. But I never zheen them up close before.” Zecora herself finished her stew and took a close look at the injured breezies who were treated and their wounds cleaned before, even she feels concerned on the little ones. “These little ones are deeply hurt, but don’t worry the medicine applied to them will surely work in spurt…..no…that’s not it.” “Rhymes aside Zecora, you sure they will be fine?” Heart Bright said. “Of course little one there’s no need to say sorry, they all are ok and no need to worry.” Zecora said, petting one of them. “Whoa. These three ponies were somehow beaten up a lot.” Rainbow Dash replied. “Same here. And I thought Breezies were very rare species.” Waterfire replied. “Same for us dragons too.” Spike replied sarcastically, making Twilight’s eyes roll. “Darlings, looking at them make me think how can these exist? At least I do know they can use those wings like I did……well except that time.” Rarity said. “Well….will they all be ok?” Lavender Locket asked. “Acutely thanks to Zecora’s medicine they would be. Until their wounds heal, I think they all can’t fly off on their own.” Fluttershy said. “But they all look so cute! Maybe they all can help me on baking when they get healed up.” Pinkie Pie said. “I don’t think so Pinkie Pie. On what I heard from Brights Brightly, Breezies were usually very shy towards other ponies that they encounter and never reveal themselves to us.” Heart Bright said. “But I do admire on how to make an entire forest grow with their close relation to the Earth like the Earth Ponies, but to an extent.” “So it’s like nature’s own gardeners then.” Fluttershy said. “Well I do like to imagine them taking care of the Everfree Forest back home and turn it into something more hospitable.” “Sadly the Breezies back in Equestria were all extinct thanks to the Windigoes. But then I want to imagine the Everfree into a safer forest if they took care of it.” Twilight said. “Tough luck I guess.” Rainbow Dash said. Lavender Locket looked at one of the ponies and then notices that they started to wake up, feeling dizzy and hurt. “G…girls! They’re waking up!” She said to the group. Twilight and the group looked at the breezies waking up as they try to move around. Heart Bright then notices the yellow one as she moved her body and opened her eyes. She is then startled on the appearance of ponies far bigger than her as she got scared. As the other two woke up, they got scared as well and looked around, seeing Twilight and the group, who were monstrously looking at them. The yellow breezie is still startled on what she saw and is scarred. “ahh…aaahhh……Wh…..where are we? And……who are you…big ponies?” She asked. “Ahhh…..big…big…..ponies….. I think this isn’t a good idea…..Tra-La-La…” The purple breezie said. “Scared….and can’t fly…” The pink breezie named Tra-La-La said. “You guys also want to destroy our kind do you….?” “What do you mean Darlings? Like Applejack here is the one who found you wounded.” Rarity said. “Also, we won’t eventually kill a Breezie if we saw one. We just treated all of your wounds while you’re all out cold, so whatever happened to you three must be very tough for you.” Heart Bright said. “R….really?” The Purple breezie said. “You….did this for us?” “And….you’re all not evil?” Tra-La-La said. “Then…..who are you ponies?” The orange breezie asked. “Well my name is Twilight Sparkle, and were all camping in this forest at night.” Twilight introduced herself. “And this is Spike, my Dragon assistant and Zecora, a Zebra.” Both Spike and Zecora nodded. “Ah’m Applejack! Ah’m the one who found you three in the forest.” Applejack said when both Pick-a-Lilly and Minty starred at her. “Well……also they found you three.” “I’m Rainbow Dash!” Rainbow introduced. “I’m Pinkie Pie! And I like to make everything lively and fun…with pink!” Pinkie Pie said, making the others stare at her with confusion. “Well….it’s a joke! I only love to party.” “O……………………k……” Tra-La-La rolled her eyes and sighed. “I’m….uh…Fluttershy. And you were all so cute.” Fluttershy said. “Rarity Darlings.” Rarity said. “Name’s Amberlocks darlings.” Amberlocks said. “Waterfire’s the name, firefighting’s the game here.” Waterfire replied. “I’m Minty, and I like everything green and green is my favorite color. Besides I like all types of candy, some green food and also collecting socks! Hey! Don’t you three know that I collect in about 1000 kinds of socks? I do wish I can show it to you and….” Pick-a-Lilly is annoyed on how she chatters that she put her hoof onto Minty’s muzzle to shut her up. “We don’t need that Minty.” She said as she apologizes to the three. “I’m very sorry about how my friend behaves. My name is Pick-a-Lilly.” “And I’m Lavender Locket!” Lavender introduced gleefully. “And this big alicorn here is Princess Heart Bright.” “Hi there.” Heart Bright introduced. “Well you know we all just met Breezies, so what are your names?” “I’m Zipzee, and these two were Tiddly Wink and Tra-La-La-.” The Yellow Breezie introduced herself. “Hi there….” Tiddly Wink looked at the bigger ponies. “Hi….so you guys won’t kill us?” Tra-La-La asked. “We won’t. Why would we eventually kill ponies like you when we just saved your tails from dying? And also, we all found you three weakened.” Heart Bright said. “That….does makes sense.” Zipzee said. “We really want to thank you for helping us but….aaahhh!” Zipzee tried to move but her body started to ache a bit. “Maybe you three shouldn’t move a lot. You’re all badly injured judging from all of those wounds.” Spike said in concern. “Whatever happened to you…?” “You don’t understand Mr. dragon sir….er…Spike….were trying to run away from this forest…” Tra-La-La said. “All of us fled from Breezie Blossom and we left our own kind back there to die..” “Worse of all, were being chased by a strange army that tried to kill us!” Zipzee said. “Army?” Princess Heart Bright said in confusion. “What kind of Army wanted you three be killed by?” “That is quite a tale there pipsqueak!” Rainbow Dash said. “But were’ actually approaching Breezie Blossom for some special investigation, as far as Twilight suggested.” “*Groan* I get it Rainbow Dash. Please little one, were actually looking for something in that place, it is very important if we get there in the morning.” Twilight Sparkle replied to the Breezies. “But we can’t go back to our place; the other Breezies may have been dead by now. All because of us!” Tiddly Wink pleaded. “We wanted to get out of this forest!” “Don’t zhink you can in zat situation darling.” Amberlocks said in concern. “And also we zeriously need to get zhere by morning.” “But how about the army that’s chasing then?” Minty wondered. “Yeah, whatever that was it must be very very scary to imagine to what happened to the poor breezies..” Pinkie agreed. “Still these cuties needs to rest right girls?” “Uh huh.” Applejack said. “It’s fer your own good little ones.” “Well…if you say so…” Zipzee nodded, the other breezies agreed on her decision. Heart Bright looked in concerned on the three breezies that she imagined that Grogar may have been making his move. But what? All she knew so far aside for her life being targeted, each of the Symphony Treasures that were scattered towards Symphonia were being searched by his army, including hers. She remembered that she got 4 of the 7 treasures and their purpose were not yet fully revealed to her and her friends except for their uses. The young princess decides to ask the breezies about this. “Zipzee..” “Uh….yes Ms. Heart Bright?” Zipzee replied. “Just Heart Bright.” Heart Bright said. “I want to ask you three about something... Is the attack on Breezie Blossom related to the Symphony Treasures you were trying to protect?” Heart Bright asked. “Sympho-what?” Tra-La-La answered in confusion. “Symphony Treasures.” Waterfire corrected them. “Jeez, you small ponies had no idea what you’re missing.” “You know you’re right about that sister.” Rainbow agreed until everyone starred at them coldly, causing her too grin sheepishly. “Sorry?” “Ahem. Well you see Breezies…we are going to Unicornia with a mission to bring Heart Bright alongside the Treasures.” Twilight explained while using her magic to pull out the 4 Symphony Treasures out of her saddle bag. “Oooohhhh…we don’t get it.” Tiddly Wink said. “Me too. All we know is that were guarding the Sacred Flower of the Alicorns back in Breezie Blossom.” Tra-La-La replied. “Sacred Flower of the Alicorns? What is that?” Fluttershy asked. “I got no idea about it too.” Lavender said confused. “Well to tell you, for us Breezies, that flower is very sacred to us.” Zipzee said. “It said it’s the life of the entire Breezie Blossom, capable on making all types of flowers bloom.” “And to make the trees grow as well.” Tiddly Wink continued. “But on the night of the full moon, it can grant a wish if someone had a pure heart.” “We used it in special ceremonies to make our land flourish.” Tra-La-La said. “And that only occurs once every year. However…..” Her mood changes as she got a bit scared. “Today in the night of our festival……those strange army of monsters came and destroyed our home, just to get the Sacred Flower of the Alicorns. They even murdered our kind in the process.” Zipzee said as she starts tearing up. “My parents were there…and I……I……..I can’t do a thing……only to run and hide… while protecting Breezie Blossom.” “My parents died in that attack as well….so we all decided to flee Breezie Blossom.” Tra-La-La said. “But those monsters kept on chasing us and wanted to kill all 3 of us together.” “And what about Tiddly Wink? Did her parents died too in there?” Lavender Locket asked. “My mom died while giving birth to me and my father died a year ago.” Tiddly Wink sadly replied. “I decided to live with Zipzee since then.” “I see….” Lavender said. Twilight Sparkle got a bit puzzled on their story as she think deeply about it. From their story, it somehow felt harsh to see someone’s kind die in front of their eyes and run away from it. Heart Bright is reminded of this, just like what happened to her friends 5 years ago. She then came to a conclusion on what is happening. “Twilight….I think I know what’s going on here.” Heart Bright said. “You’re right. This attack is not exactly normal and Breezie Blossom is a place only Breezies can find. So that means….” Twilight said until she came to a conclusion. “Grogar’s army….” “….must have come to Breezie Blossom to get the Sacred Flower of the Alicorns. And the Sacred Flower of the Alicorns …..Is the Blossom of Knowledge. He’s already way ahead of us!” Heart Bright said as stomped the ground hard. “Why does he have to do this??” “Whatever his motives on killing the other breezies is unforgivable!” Twilight Sparkle agreed with her. “He must be stopped no matter what!” “I won’t count that if I were you!” The group were surprised as they turned around and see an army of demons and Troggles in front of them as well as Bray and Drog. The ponies became serious and surprised as they look at the enemy in front of them while the Breezies were scared and hugging each other in fear. “What the??? You’re hearing our discussions all along!” Minty said. “They’re Grogar’s army? Well y’all brace yourselves now; I think we got some unexpected guests!” Applejack said. “So…they’re the ones who invaded Breezie Blossom then.” Fluttershy said in a scared tone. “Because they all look scary…” “Yup. That them…” Zipzee said in fear. “Th…they’re the ones who destroyed our home and killed everyone!” Tra-La-La said. “WHAT???” Everyone said in shock as they look at the army in full disbelief. “So…..I guess what the breezies said in true ponies. And yes, we eradicated your kind just to claim the Blossom of Knowledge from you little ponies.” Drog said. “And we murdered each and every Breezie we find to get it!” Bray said while bragging. “Why did you do this to them?? That’s unforgivable and bad to kill somepony!” Pinkie said as Heart Bright was shocked on hearing what Bray said. “All for Master Grogar!” Drog said to them. “And you have no chance on stopping him!” “Hahahahahahahaha! Prepare yourself you stupid ponies. Because were gonna murder you and take your Symphony Treasures for our master!” Bray sneered evily to Twilight. “Just who you think you guys are to say that!” Twilight Sparkle said as horn starts glowing with magical energy. “My name is Drog! The right hand captain of Grogar’s demon army!” Drog said before he armed himself and pointed his giant poleaxe to the ponies “And you must be the Lost Princess of Symphonia huh? Well then……your Symphony Treasures is next!” “Drog huh?” Heart Bright said while arming her horn. “First you killed my friends, then Twinkle Wish and now this?? I will not forgive you on what you’ve done!” Both groups were about to clash blades as Twilight’s group finally encountered of Grogar’s army, commanded by both Bray and Drog. As they armed themselves, the mysteries regarding Symphonia’s destruction is slowly being revealed….but at what cost does Twilight and her Friends need to take to stop it? ******* Continue to Chapter 8