//------------------------------// // Love and Declare. // Story: Love Is Magic // by TwinkleSparkle //------------------------------// “I gotta do it.” Twilight said to herself as she was holding her quill. “But I must be as gentle as possible.” She dipped her quill in the ink and started writing, when suddenly the door of the room was opened. A mare was approaching slowly behind Twilight. “Whatcha doin' Twilight?” said the mare in a loud voice. “Aaaaaaaaaah” said Twilight, Dropping her quill on the paper. Then she turned around. “AJ, you scared me half to death.” “Ahm sorry Twilight, Ah didn' mean to.” “It's okay.” “So, What were ya doin'.” Applejack Said as she was trying to get her head closer to the piece of paper. “Nothing,” Twilight said nervously. She snatched the piece of paper from her and put it inside a drawer in the desk. "Just another ordinary friendship report for the princess, that's all." “If ya say so, sugar cube, we're all waitin' for ya downstairs, that's if y’all come” “The picnic!” Twilight said to herself. “I completely forgot about it.” Then she looked back to her friend and said. “Of course I'll come. But there are a few chores I need to finish. Take Spike with you and I'll catch up with you later.” "Okay" Said Applejack, looking curiously at the drawer. “But don' ya be late.” “Don't worry. I'll be there in a jiffy.” Applejack then left the room, allowing Twilight to release a sigh of relief. "Phew, she almost got me exposed. This thing is getting harder by the minute. I hope that I get a good reply from Luna. I hate keeping a secret away from my friends, especially a secret that big." She then turned back to her desk, got the piece of paper back from the drawer. Picked up her quill and continued to write. My dearest Luna, I miss you more than you could ever imagine, even though we were together last night, which was - by the way- the greatest night of my life. So thank you very very much. I feel that I haven't seen you for a decade. But I'm still sticking to my decision and will pick the place for our second date. Anyway, I'm writing to you about a more important and delicate matter. I know we agreed to keep the things between us secret for a while. But I just can't keep this a secret anymore. I hate keeping things away from my friends. Also they started to notice some changes in my behavior. Which made them suspect that I'm hiding something from them. I know I'm a terrible liar. But what can I do? I know that would upset you. But I thought you should know how I feel about this. And I'm sure that we'll figure something out. I love you with all my heart and soul. Please remember that all the time. I wish we could meet soon. Love always and forever, Twilight Sparkle PS: Can you send me your reply in the night? I'll be with the girls for the rest of the day. And I also like to read your letters while looking at your moon. It feels like you're talking to me. “That should do.” Twilight said to herself while wrapping the scroll and putting it in her saddlebag alongside with all the books. She put her bag on, heading outside to meet her fellows at the gardens. It was a sunny day in Ponyville, perfect day for having a good outdoor time with your friends. The five ponies sat with their purple dragon friend in the gardens. Each one had a cup of tea and a sandwich in front of each of them. Rarity said after taking a sip of her cup. “Girls, I was wondering if you noticed any change in our friend Twilight's behavior as of late.” Rainbow Dash said while she raised her eyebrow a little. “What kind of change are you talking about?” “You know Dash, romantic changes. I think that our little lavender mare is in love.” “Can I, ummmmm, ask something?” Fluttershy said in her whispering like voice. “Of course you can.” “What, well, exactly made you say that she is, ummmmmm, is in love?” “Well, my dear. There are some things that indicate the love cases. Most of the ponies don't notice these changes. But I succeeded in spotting some minor changes in her behavior.” This was when Pinkie Pie interrupted her with her usual enthusiastic attitude. "Did she start talking to herself, or walking in her house in circles and screaming and shouting? Maybe she is turning into an evil scientist. Maybe this isn't Twilight; this is an evil clone from space that came here to DESTROY ALL OF US." “What the hay are ya talkin’ about?” Applejack said. “I was saying that Twilight is an alien, silly.” They all looked at Pinkie Pie with a very strange look. “What? Did I say something wrong?” “Back to our topic,” Rarity said "What I was saying is-" She then paused when glancing Twilight approaching. “Hey, girls,” Twilight said. “What were you talking about?” “Nothin' much" Said Applejack. "What took ya so lon' to come?” “I'm sorry. But I had to finish some work before I came. Where's Spike anyway?” “I'm right here Twilight.” Spike said as he was coming from the bushes at her back. She then leaned to his ears, while taking the scroll from her back bag. She whispered “Send this to Princess Luna right now.” Spike took the scroll from Twilight. Looked strangely at it and at Twilight then said “Okay.” Then he took a deep breath and blew little fire making the scroll turn to some smoke in the air. “Here you go.” “Thanks Spike” Said Twilight. Then she sat in her place to enjoy the rest of the day with her friends. They kept talking about life. Apple Jack was talking about the rodeo competition and how she was preparing herself for it. Rainbow also started talking about the new tricks she was working on. And Rarity kept talking about her new dresses. At nighttime, they were preparing to leave. All had a fine time accompanying each other. They started gathering the things, folding the picnic sheet and putting everything in the basket. Then they noticed something coming towards them from the sky. “How are you my dear friends?” Said the princess as she landed on her feet and folded her big dark blue wings. “PRINCESS LUNA!” They all exclaimed as they bowed to her. “Please rise up, all of you. No formalities are required between good friends.” “Well, if I may ask your highness?” Said Rarity “What is it that made us honored to see you in this lovely night?” “Well, I have something really important to do.” “And what is that exactly?” Rainbow Dash said. “It’s getting something right.” “Excuse us your highness.” Said Rarity but she was interrupted by the princess. “Please, you may call me Luna only.” “Well, if you excuse us Luna. But we don’t understand.” “I’ll explain.” Twilight said. “No, please let me explain everything to them.” Then she turned to the other confused mares. “Years have taught me something about friendship. And that thing was that you should never keep a secret from your friends. And I've been keeping a secret away from you.” “And what’s that secret?” Rainbow Dash said. “Well, I don't find any more diplomatic way to say it than saying it straight." Princess Luna said. Then she looked to Twilight's face which had a little blush. Then raised her head and said. “The secret was that Twilight and I are in a relationship.” Everybody looked at Twilight and saw the redness on her face getting more and more obvious. “Thank you Luna.” Twilight said. Then she approached the princess, who covered her with her wing. And then they kissed each other. “You really removed a big load off my heart. But I can’t believe you came all the way from Canterlot just to tell my friends that you love me.” “You know I would do anything for you my beloved Twilight.” Then suddenly Rarity shouted “I knew all along. I was right.” “You knew?” Twilight said. “Well, I noticed some change in you and thought you were in love. But I would never guess that you’re in love with Princess Luna herself.” They all chuckled a bit. Then Twilight said. “I’m really sorry for keeping this away from you girls.” “Don’ mention it.” Applejack Said. “We’re all happy for you. And that’s all it matters.” Fluttershy said. “But you should tell us everything.” Rarity said. “Well, I better go now.” Luna said. “Wait! Won’t you stay a little bit longer?” Twilight said. “I wish I could my love. But I have some important matters to deal with back there in Canterlot.” “Will you come back soon?” “I’ll try to come back as soon as I can. Good bye to all of you.” “Bye darling, and take care.” The princess took the wind once more. And the other mares on the ground were watching her like they were saying good bye. Then they all turned to Twilight. “So, will you tell us about this relationship, Twilight?” Rarity said. “You really want to know?” Twilight said. They all nodded their heads with eagerness. They really want to know. So, Twilight had an idea. “Tell you what. Why don’t you all come to my house? And I’ll tell you everything and we’re gonna have a slumber party.” “That’s a great idea. I’ll go get my pajamas.” Pinkie Pie Said. “Well, let’s all go to our homes. And meet at Twilight’s after an hour.” Rarity said “Deal.” They all said in one voice. Then they all went apart to their homes. And met at Twilight’s where they all spent the night talking about how that beautiful relationship between Twilight and Luna started.