The Purloined Pony

by Chris


Page 78

“So... what do you want? Wealth?” You scratch your head. “I don’t have a lot of money, but I suspect I could come up with something.”

The Ceanntighern rolls his eyes dramatically. More treasure to add to my limitless hoards? Very well, I suppose that will do. I will release the foal if you bring me... say... three times her weight in gold. By sundown.”

You gasp incredulously. “You can’t be serious!”

The fat boggie laughs. “You had best hurry, the day is already passing!”

“Alright, alright. I’ll go see what I can do. Just sit tight, I’ll be back soon.”

The Ceanntighern waves his had imperiously. “Very well, you may go. Bring the treasure to these caves, and the trade shall be made. Don’t bother trying any tricks once you’re free; if you seek to cheat us or to bring force against us, be assured that you will never see your precious foal again!”

You trot back towards the cavern entrance, mind already racing. Where will you be able to come up with so much gold in so little time?

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1. If you already went to Carousel Boutique to find Rarity, go to page 79

2. If you didn’t, go to page 81