The party made for Discord has really lifted his spirits so far. After the cuddle time he had with the main six ponies, he had the mood built up with positivity. The jubilee is taking place at Twilight’s kingdom, where the citizens of Ponyville are welcoming him, and Twilight. Others talk and catch up while having snacks, still adjusting to the events of Tirek’s re-release with the help of his son.
Discord felt horror still at the same time. He nearly KILLED himself, all by Tirek’s plan. But it’s easy to put aside that concern for now. Fluttershy flies up to him, holding a wrapped box.
“I’ve been meaning to give it to you in the future…” she mumbles, “But I thought this might brighten your happiness a bit more.”
Discord grins, and opens the gift given by her. He then takes out a carved crown made with forest wood, with ocean blue diamonds decorating the rim.
“I… figured that this would boost your self-esteem, just to feel like a king… to me.” Fluttershy smiles.
Discord smirks, but then sighs and shudders in gloom.
“I’ll… never get my own thrown with Twilight and the others, will I?” Discord asks, “I mean… sure I learned a lot, but… Aw, forget it. Maybe I haven’t learned enough.”
“Twilight… is thinking about it.” Fluttershy said.
“Maybe I should just decline myself from this gift.” Discord groans, handing the gift back to Fluttershy.
“Discord, you will deserve it.” Fluttershy assures, “I know you feel scared after Tirek and V’s atrocities, but… you can’t let this experience change your views.”
“Maybe you’re right.” Discord chuckles.
Rainbow Dash then flies up to the two of them.
“Hey guys, how’s it going?” she asks.
“Good.” Discord answers, putting on Fluttershy’s crafted crown.
“What’s with that?” Rainbow asks, curious.
“To… feel good.” Discord answers, “That crown reminds me actually, how is Storm doing?”
“He told me he’s fixing everything that Everest has done to his kingdom.” Rainbow Dash answers, “Apparently ALL the griffons lived a rough life under his corrupt taxes and such.”
“That meanie…” Fluttershy sighs.
“Well it’s a good thing he’s DEAD!” William said, squirming in the join the conversation, “And to think we nearly signed a FALSE treaty.”
“He’s really gone for good?” Discord asked, curious.
“Died in battle with Storm himself.” William sums up.
“How brave.” Rainbow Dash said.
Some of Canterlot’s guards are at the party themselves, heading toward Discord and the others. One guard acts serious, while the other stumbles around being drunk. Discord turns around to see them, knowing it’s a message for him.
“Does Celestia want me?” he asks.
“Yes.” the guard answers, “She’s in her throne room. It will only be for a couple minutes… for her to speak to you personally.”
“Understood.” Discord nods.
He then turns to Fluttershy, Rainbow Dash, and William.
“Forgive me, I’ll be back.” Discord tells them.
“Okay.” Rainbow and Fluttershy nod.
Discord’s poof to transport to Canterlot was more joyful then he sadly faded once. Fluttershy walks with Rainbow, thinking what the discussion with Celestia might be like.
Twilight then bumps into her, Rainbow, and William with Spike by her side.
“Oh, hey.” Twilight says to them, “So… what do you think of the party?”
“AWESOME!” William compliments, “And I think the citizens are enjoying their exploration of the castle.”
“Really? I didn’t think they’d be into exploring the library section as well.” Twilight said.
“Actually, they aren’t going down there… or exploring the library.” Rainbow lets her know.
“Oh.” Twilight said, annoyed and disappointed.
“Discord is going to visit Celestia for a minute, just to let you know.” Fluttershy tells her, “She asked for him to meet with her directly.”
“Well, you guys want to come with us to try my… jewel cake recipe?” Spike asks.
“I hope I don’t have dentures run into my teeth afterwards.” William sighs.
Celestia sits still on her throne, looking around the wreckage in the room. She told the guards to take time off construction so she can have her private discussion with Discord. It’s not easy to observe the mess though. The broken story windows new to be replaced, god knows how much. One window she images to be made should feature Spike, Mokuba, Discord, Tails, and TJ making their final attack against Volucris.
POOF!
“Hello ‘Tia” Discord greets, “My, I’m sorry about what happened in this room.”
“It’s not the worst.” Celestia tells him, “Chrysalis once had it infested with cocoons.”
“So…” Discord says, “You aren’t going to scold me about something are you?”
“Well…” Celestia sighs.
“May I say some things before you do?” he asks.
“This is a serious conversation, so go ahead.” Celestia responds.
Discord sniffs.
“I really know we never can age over one thousand years, the books can exaggerate things.” he summarizes, “But over the years, I have been born in such a grotesque look everypony ridiculed me by. I was adopted, tormented again… again… and again… that’s when I soon discovered my magical power. Chaos.”
Celestia kept listening.
“You must understand, I only make chaos back before to try and make everypony happy. I guess that was a mistake, it actually brought disharmony. I was oblivious to see how it effected Twilight and my other friends in reality.”
Discord rubs his hand on his forehead.
“You influenced me when I first discovered you during my youth. I tried to become a friend with you, but…”
“I know… I rejected you because of your looks.” Celestia said, “I was not aware of what I was saying before.”
“Leading me to do bad things…” Discord shudders, “Celestia, I don’t know if you know this, but I actually hated myself when I was frozen as stone. I had trouble admitting when I was released again. I couldn’t help but have fun, but it was only for myself.”
“Well… I also noticed that you have been thinking how to gain a throne with Twilight and her friends. That was… what I wanted to talk to you about.”
“Does it really concern you?” Discord sobbed a little, “I knew it. I thought that if I was a ruler with them…”
“You can undo the things you know you wronged on?” Celestia guesses.
Discord nods.
“Discord. I have to confess, your magic is who you are. We all know that now. If you can’t help having a little reckless magic to surprise us, it’s who you are. That’s why you’re special. And now that you explained your concern about your reason for a throne, I can assure you that’s no way to rid your emotions of guilt.”
“Than what CAN I do?” Discord said.
“Be there for your friends, that’s all.” Celestia said, walking up to him, “Go with them on every mission they do, and see all their behaviors, scenarios, and mistakes. You can see how they forgive themselves, and keep their magic of friendship strong. Who knows? You might be Twilight’s student.”
Discord grins at the reference. It’s like the lessons of harmony are finally being passed down to him.
“I… want to do this for Fluttershy too.” Discord admits.
“Then do it for me too.” Celestia said.
In a sudden surprise, Celestia kisses him on the lips! Discord shakes in shock, as she pulls back slowly in the next fifteen seconds.
“What was THAT?” Discord asks.
“Something to let you know that I still care for you.” Celestia said, “You’re still a living creature, don’t be hard on yourself all the time. I… I do love you.”
Discord hesitates. But yet…
“Yeah, I love you too.” Discord admits, “Well, I’d better get back.”
“Visit anytime.” Celestia said.
Discord poofs back to the party, as Celestia smiles. She’s very happy she had this special discussion with Discord.