A rebellion has brought Canterlot to its knees. Crime rates have increased tenfold. But to top it off, a small group of rebels had returned to their base after succeeding in their mission.
They had successfully assassinated the royal sisters.
Panic spread throughout the city as people learned of Celestia and Luna’s fates. Equestria had no ruler as of then. Princess Cadance and Prince Shining Armor are ruling the Crystal Empire. The royal guards knew what had to be done.
A train slowed to a stop at the station in Ponyville. The passersby had expected the routine tourists and loved one returning from business trips, but two stallions wearing regal armor had exited the train, and were headed for the library. A knock on the door brought Twilight’s muzzle out of her book. “Spike,” she called, “Can you get that?”
“Uhh… I think it’s for you.”
Twilight stood and walked to the door, where she saw Spike and the two royal guards.
“Princess Twilight,” one of the guards said, “I’m afraid we have some bad news. Luna and Celestia have been murdered by rebels in Canterlot.” Twilight’s eyes became foggy, and she sat down on the floor.
“I apologize for the shock, and I’m sure you’re not prepared, but Equestria needs a ruler, and you are the only viable candidate.”
Twilight stood, trying her best to present herself as calm. She was, after all, as of then, the most powerful mare in Equestria. She nodded and followed the guards back to the train.
“All hail Princess Twilight!”
Royal trumpets blared. The citizens cheered for their ruler. Twilight stood before them all, looking as professional as Celestia ever had. She looked at all of the ponies.
“I know that I am the only Alicorn that can rule Equestria right now.” She called to her followers. “But I can not rule alone. This job is too much for a single pony to handle. I am appointing a friend of mine to aid me and co-rule. Together we will keep Equestria in check, and only we can. A figure wearing a crown appeared next to her.
“All hail Princess Twilight AND Prince Discord!”