Chapter Six: Repentance
Darkorus breathed in the sweet summer night and nearly fainted from the pureness of it. “You can expect more wonders than this if you complete your quest.” Celestia promised quietly. “Refresh my memory again, your m..Ma-jesty…” Darkorus said, choking out the sincere words. Celestia giggled and led her to the Canterlot bathing house. “You will sneak into their encampment under the veil of night. You will find the portal and chant these words very carefully: Klaatu, Barada, Nikto. It’s impervious that-“. “Impervious?” Darkorus interrupted. “It means very important.” Celestia replied. “It’s impervious that you recite those exact words, or the portal won’t close.” Celestia told her as she submerged himself in warm spring water. “Do you know how long it’s been since I’ve had a bath?” Darkorus thought allowed. Celestia smiled and suddenly caught a stream of water to the face. “Or even had fun?” Darkorus giggled, taking another gulp of water into her mouth. Celestia stood stone faced, eyes burning through her dark mane. Celestia noticed something flash in her eyes as she lowered her head and let the water out, but she ignored it. “Darkorus, this is no time to be playing around. It’s time for you to leave. Are you ready?” She asked, helping her out of the pool. “Which way to the border?