//------------------------------// // The Setting Sun // Story: The Tale of Two Suns // by CroakerGamer //------------------------------// Reggie explained how his fight with Princess Luna had gone. Basically Princess Luna had the power advantage being an Alicorn, but Reggie had background knowledge. He had taught her everything, so he knew her strength and weakness. Her uncontrollable rage at the fact that Reggie wouldn’t call her ‘princess’ helped, too. It helped keep the princess in a inaccurate rage, launching magical blasts in every direction. While Reggie explained his story, the sisters started to stir. “You think you’ve won?” Celestia started, continuing her self absorbed tone. “You may have proven that you are more capable in raising the sun, but you know nothing for ruling an empire! You efforts are fruitless.” Princess Luna’s ears perked up at the sound of her sister admitting Sunset was superior. She was truly shocked by this news and her face revealed it. It twisted and scrunched with distaste. “Our actions were not to over throw you, Celestia.” Reggie answered. This was news to Sunset. From what she could remember, it was Reggie’s destiny to keep balance. This whole journey was to restore order to Equestria. Wasn’t it? “Our objective, Dearie, was to point out your flaws. Your lie to Sunset couldn’t go un noticed. This was the only way to resolve the problem.” In a way, Sunset was relieved. She did not want to rule Equestria. But she wouldn’t mind raising the sun for a living. “So you are here for my destiny only?” Princess Celestia asked. “I’m afraid you can’t have one or the other.” She smiled as if she had one. “The task of raising the sun and the moon are associated with the power of ruling Equestria. To rule without expressing power would lead to a topple of our current government. Furthermore, if Sunset Shimmer does decide to take my spot, a change in power will not come peacefully. A rebellion will surely break out. War, even!” Sunset looked at Reggie. His face was just as scrunched as Princess Luna’s. “Your trump card, I pressume?” Reggie asked. Princess Celestia’s only response was a smirk. “Then it’s up to you, My Dear.” Reggie said facing Sunset. “They have played the political battle the best they could, now the decision is your’s.” Sunset sat down and stared at the ground. This was too much to handle. She had the chance to rule Equestria! But was she ready? Would the ponies really rebel like the princess predicted? Could she just leave Princess Celestia in charge after she lied to her? How many more lies had she told everypony? How many more will she tell? After all that had occurred, could she just give up her destiny to the princess just to avoid change? There had to be a compromise some where. It was up to Sunset to find such an answer. Sunset met the eyes of everypony in the room. Reggie’s face was worn from age and experience, but held a warm heart. Princess Celestia appeared tired and defeated, as if she were actually willing giving up the throne. Princess Luna’s face held worry and fear. She must have been thinking of all of the possible futures that were in store for her based on Sunset’s decision. After a few more minutes of mulling the situation over, Sunset spoke. “I’ve made my decision.”