//------------------------------// // Nothing Can Stay Secret From Everypony ยท(Alternate Version) // Story: The Royal Crystal Family // by Night--Mist //------------------------------// It had been only a few of days since Cadence found out the fate of Applejack and Luna had been in total shock to learn her niece had sent Twilight into her tummy. Thankfully Luna had been level headed about it. She knew Celestia would have her own opinion, but that would be for later. Shining Armor was able to create a cover story for both the pregnancy and Twilight and he asked the Castle staff and guards to even keep the cover story of the pregnancy under rap, not even knowing of the truth about what happened. Flash had gotten a little suspicious though. The one thing that was leading his suspicion was the absence of Princess Twilight Sparkle. Shining did his best to try and keep him from catching on, but didn't know how much longer he could keep Flash away from the truth. That is, until something occurred that gave Shining something to laugh about. Cadence was just waking up from a nap and smiled as she she lifted one of her wings watched as Spike suck on his hoof as he snuggled up against her in his sleep. Spike had been a mischievous little foal over the time he had been with them. She could never forget what happened two days before as she was leaving court for the day. Flashback to end of court "Thank you for your time Miss Tanzanite. I shall be sure to have some of our best carpenters be sent to repair the damage done to the Museum of Crystal Myths after that storm that blew threw here," Cadence said. "It is I who should thank you for being so thoughtful of all the subjects of our kingdom your majesty. And might I say that little Prince Spike looks absolutely adorable with that little crown on his head. Why, if my niece little was here, she'd probably be head over hooves at how cute he is your highness," Tanzanite said. "I thank you for the compliment. And it's gonna be nap time for this little prince soon," Cadence said. Spike crossed his legs and pouted in disapproval. "Hmhmhm, stubborn little prince isn't he your highness?" Tanzanite commented. "Very stubborn," Cadence answered as she glared at her son. "Well, I'll take my leave your highness. I am sure you don't need more stress put on you with another little royal on the way," Tazanite said. "Thank you for your concern Tanzanite. I hope you have a good day," Cadence said. "And you as well your highness," Tanzanite said. Tanzanite soon made her way out of the throne room and Cadence breathed a sigh of relief. There was nothing too strenuous going on, but she didn't let her guard down. She was starting to think that some of Twilight's every day fears had been transferred to her after her incident, for now she kept think about some of the most unlikely things to ever happen, such as the Changelings returning, or the Gryphon Kingdom disobeying the peace treaty they had set between the three lands of Equestira, their Kingdom and the Crystal Empire. Maybe it was maternal instincts that were making her worry about it, but she felt Twilight may have had a hoof in it, after unwillingly becoming Cadence's biological daughter currently under construction. She was about to have her and Spike retire to their private chambers when she heard two very familiar voices. One sounded enraged, the other in a state of panic. "Flash Sentry! Please. I am asking you to stop this nonsense and get back to your duties," said the voice of her husband. The doors soon burst open. "I can not do that sir. Princess Twilight Sparkle, your sister, is missing, and there is no pony out looking for her. I want an explanation for this," Flash Sentry snapped. "Flash Sentry, do not make me pull rank on you," Shining Armor said. "Shining Armor! Do not say such things. Corporal Flash Sentry has a right to voice his concerns. What is it that troubles you Corporal Flash?" Cadence asked. "Your Highness. I apologize for my sudden intrusion into the throne room, but I can not stand by and do nothing. We were given word that Princess Twilight Sparkle came down with an illness and required bed rest for a very long while. When I went to greet her highness in her chambers to see if she required anything that I could help with, I came upon the scene of an empty bedroom, and blankets and sheets neatly made, as if no pony had even touched them for days. I'm not trying to worry too much your highness, I just wish to have confirmation that Princess Twilight is alright and hasn't been kidnapped or other such nature, just for reassurance so I can breath easy if I know she just took off into the crystal city today, or maybe headed back to Ponyville for something," Flash Sentry stated. "Well, I appreciate the concern you have for Princess Twilight. In all honesty, you're like a second big brother to her. I can assure you that Princess Twilight is fine and is resting comfortably in my tummy until she ready to be born," Cadence said. Shining Armor hoof-slapped his face. "Well, that is good to hear. Now Prince Shining was really so hard t.....!..... Wait! What!?" Flash Sentry yelled as he just processed what Princess Cadence said. "Way to be subtle dear," Shining Armor said. "Well he was gonna find out sooner or later," Cadence said. "But Twilight isn't.... How in Equest... You... I... she..." Flash was at a loss for words as he studdered. "Perhaps we should send a note to one of the castle nurses that they may need to roll in one of the hospital beds just in case," Shining said. Flash's right eye twitched a few times as he stood there trying to comprehend what he had just been told. "Maybe I did bring it out a bit too quickly," Cadence said. "Well, what's done is done. Now all we need is to make sure Flash keeps a tight lip about this," Shining said. "Who would actually believe him if he told them the truth about Twilight? I'm not even sure he's fully on board with what happened to her. He might think it's a well thought out and random prank," Cadence said. "True, but," Shining paused as he watched his little sister's/new daughter's crush began screaming then Shining continued, "I'll send word to the nurses to come help him." "Oh, while your at it could you," She paused as she saw Spike preparing to sneeze and bellowed, "Shining! Watch out he's gonna blow!" As soon as Spike sneezed, a burst of magic escaped his horn. Cadence put up protecteive shield to keep the blast from hitting her and Spike while Shining used his skills as Captain of the Royal Guard to avoid being hit as the magic bounced all over the throne room. Soon there was a flash and Cadence shielded her's and Spike's eyes with her wings, and Shining shielded his own eyes and felt a gust from the impact as the magic hit it's target. Once the room was back to normal, Cadence lowered her shield. "Are you and Spike okay honey?" Shining asked. Cadence responded, "Yes, we're fine. Bless you my little Spike." "Powerful little guy isn't he. Get's it from his new mommy," Shining said. "Hmhm, indeed," Cadence said. Cadence looked over at Flash and upon looking at him she gasped and covered her mouth. Spike gave a mischievous giggle and clapped as he saw what his sneeze had caused to happen. "And what does our little troublemaker find so amusing?" Shining asked as he straightened his mane out after it had been messed up by the gust made from the magic burst. "Shining, if you look straight ahead, you'll find a cute little answer." Cadence replied. Shining looked back to where she was talking about and was surprised by what he saw. There sitting on the ground before them was a foal version of Flash Sentry. When Flash looked at himself. Then back at the Royal family and did the only thing he could do... he cried. Cadence, out of maternal instinct jumped to her feet and began to gallop towards him but tripped somehow as the came near him and when she stopped her eyes were spinning. Flash, upon watching this, began laughing, and Spike who was still sitting at the throne could help but do the same. Cadence came back to her senses and Shining said, "It seems we may have a trouble making duo." "Hmhm, indeed but I think these cute little rascals need a nap, and this little flier needs to get his some protection on his cute little toushie. After that we need to find a way inform the kingdom that we adopted a pegasus into our family without having them go into a panic," Cadence said as she began to tickle Flashes tiny little belly, causing him to laugh again trying to escape his new mom's tickle attack. End of flashback Cadence lifted her other wing and to reveal the tiny little blue maned pegasus with a fluffy diaper on his bottom cuddled up against her. Now Twilight had two big brothers and she and Shining had two little sons, one with his horn and the other with his wife's wings. Cadence knew it was going to be some story to tell the subjects how the foals came to be, but she'd have to make something up until she had a plan of some sort. Soon her the doors abruptly swing open and Cadence saw Shining in the doorway. He seemed, well, one, out of breath, and two, petrified. "Cadence, a letter came in. You better read it," Shining said as he hoofed her the letter and read: Dear Princess Cadence and Prince Shining Armor, This is members of the Wonderbolts, Spitfire and Soarin, Mr. and Mrs. Cake, Kind Heart, Fancy Pants, Emerald, and the Apple Family sending you an urgent message. We have been informed of the recent event that has occurred with Princess Twilight Sparkle and have some new information you may not have known. As you well know, Applejack, Fluttershy, Rainbow Dash and Lightning Dust were all turned into foals. We regret to say that a few more of ponies she knows have also suffered the same cute consequence. We are on our way to get tickets to Canterlot and hope to see you there by tomorrow by request of Princess Celestia. The Princess of Day was already informed of what happened, and is awaiting every one of us in Canterlot as soon as we can spare time to arrive, which is tomorrow. We hope to see you soon your majesties. Sincerely, Loving parents of the regressed ponies. Cadence and Shining wasted no time in preparing for the trip ahead the next day and were quick to get Tickets on the Crystal Express. Much was going to change when they would arrive in Canterlot.