Captain Alaric studied the hellish, battlefield around him it seemed like an eternity since his company was dispatched to this region to battle the enemies of the kingdom. The Diamond Dogs had attacked the small village of Dirt Ville, wiping out the local defense and slaughtering the villagers. It was this reason that the Princesses dispatched a company of Silver Paladins to push the Dog back and end this WWWOOOOOOOFFFFFF, the fighting had been fierce and although the Paladins were the best warriors of the princesses; their numbers began to fall under the sheer numbers of the Dogs until Alaric and his personal squad was left. “Captain the remainder of the enemy is advancing on our position they outnumber us what are your orders” Sergeant Djvorn asked approaching the captain, for years the sergeant had fought beside Alaric now it seemed that they may die together as well. “Are you with my old friend” Alaric asked, as his men gathered around him “to the gates of hell and back” Djvon replied. With that final response the Captain and his squad charged head on towards the enemy “FOR THE PRINCESSES” they shouted as they smashed into the Dogs. As Alaric fought he caught glance of giant dice falling and crashing in the ground, as a loud voice exclaimed “HAHA OUR ATTACK HAS PROVEN SUCCESSFUL THINE FORCES DEFENSE HAVE BEEN NULLED BY MY ROLL VICTORY BELONGS TO THE SILVER PALADINS”
Celestia chuckled as she watched her sister jump for joy “see Lulu I told you that you would enjoy Battle axe 50,000” she said, using her magic to clean up and store the game away “though I didn’t expect you to beat me so soon”.
“Well during the night I have more free time than you so I’ve been spending it coming up with strategies” Luna replied using her own magic to help her sister “So how is Twilight sparkle and the Elements?”
“Very well it appears the Apple family had some competition this cider season but everything worked out alright” she replied “though I wouldn’t mind having a taste of their famous Cider myself”.
“If you want I could order some for you and I to taste”.
“That would be lovely” the older sister replied smiling “now if you excuse me I’m going to get some rest before I raise the sun” nuzzling her sister Celestia headed to her chambers.
As soon as her soon as her sister left the room, the face of the Night Goddess went from one of innocence to a more devious one.
“For the last time Mac stop messing with the tie” Applejack yelled at her brother, for the past hour she had been making sure he looked his best.
“I don’t understand why I have to fix my mane and wear a tie AJ” the workhorse, replied shifting the wheat sprig in mouth “all I’m doing is delivering cider”.
“You’re not just delivering cider Macintosh, you’re delivering it to the princesses” she said, grabbing a letter off the table she read out loud.
Applejack placed the letter back on the table “since you’re the only one who can carry two barrels of cider that makes you the deliverer” the cowpony continued “and if you are delivering to the princesses you’re going to look your best, and spit out that sprig.”
“Your sister is right dear” Granny Smith said, as she entered the room the stallion eased up a bit when his parents died
the old mare had become the anchor in his life and he had the upmost respect for her. “Besides a handsome, young stallion like you might catch the eyes of the princesses” she added getting a chuckle from her grandson.
“If only you knew” the workhorse thought, though he seemed unenthusiastic Big Macintosh was actually excited to make the delivery it would mean he would get to see Luna. Due to her status and their families, the couple had decided to keep their relationship hidden for the time being meeting in secret to see each other at the lake when they could.
“Yeah and maybe he’ll take one of them to the Heart’s and Hooves Day Dance” Applejack joked as she started to laugh.
Though meant as a joke it however give Macintosh an idea, a knock on the door brought the conversation to an end “Mac the chariot is here” Applebloom yelled, spitting out his sprig Macintosh made his way to the door seeing a royal guard waiting at the doorway. It didn’t take long to load the cider and he soon found himself riding in the chariot as it flew towards Canterlot, during this time Macintosh began to form a plan in his mind on what to do for Hearts and Hooves day.
Luna watched as the chariot approached the Castle’s landing pad, as Mac exited the chariot Luna had to resist the urge to run up and kiss him in front of the guards. “Mister Macintosh thanks for coming on short notice” the Night princess said as formal as she could.
“Your Highness “Mac replied bowing as much as he could with two barrels strapped to his back “I hope you enjoy it”.
“I sure I will” she replied smiling, as she led the red stallion into the castle she gestured to the guards not to follow. She led him through the castle passing various priceless pieces of art and tapestry, eventually coming to a door revealing a study. Upon entering Luna locked the door behind them rushing towards Mac she tackled him to the ground seconds after he put the cider down. “I’ve missed you so much Mac” she said leaning forward bringing her lips to his.
They laid there awhile in each other’s embrace, finally breaking their kiss Macintosh spoke “Luna lets tell our families about us so we can stop having to sneak around.”
“I don’t know Mac” she said trembling “I mean I know your family would accept but what would my sister think?”
“That you two look cute together” Celstia said as she appeared behind them, the goddess chuckled as the two lovers freaked out at the sight of her.
“Sister I can explain”
“Relax Luna” Celestia replied in a gentle soothing voice, giving a warm smile to the two of them “I had a feeling you were seeing somepony and now finding out it is Big Macintosh I now know it’s someone who will treat right isn’t that right Macintosh?”
Hear the steel in her voice as she said his name the big stallion replied swiftly “Yes your highness.”
“Now Luna if you’ll excuse us I’d like to have a chat with Macintosh”
“Yes sister” Luna replied, as she walked past she planted a kiss on Mac’s cheek as she left the room.
Celestia locked the door as Luna left the room, turning to face Mac she saw that he was nervous of what she was going to say “thank you” she said with a warm smile.
“Um excuse me your highness I’m kind of lost”
“Since Luna return she’s been shy because she feels bad for what she did as nightmare moon, I’ve tried everything to get her to come out of her shell and since she’s met you she’s become happy again. I cannot thank you is there any way I can repay you for this?”
Big Mac was taken aback by what he heard, the red stallion had expected the goddess to be angry, and instead she was thanking him. As she offer him a favor thoughts of Hearts and Hooves day came to mind “well” the workhorse said “there one thing I could use your help with”.
Author’s note:
Hey everyone I admit this wasn’t my best work to be honest I needed a chapter to fill in some time before the next one. So if you didn’t like it I apologize but now for some good news I’ll try to release the next chapter soon hopefully before this Saturday which is Megacon if any pony going and I’ll be there as Kamina looking for fellow Bronies. Anyways comments and advice is welcome I’m also looking for a fan art for the cover if anyone is willing to draw me one let me know. Lastly next chapter will be Hearts and Hooves day themed.