by Trebelmaker
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The sun descended lower into the sky. The streets of Canterlot became almost barren as the individual ponies left from work, or arrived at their various destinations. The city grew silent. It was coming that time of day again, when the sky turned a rich purple, the sun and moon balanced harmoniously, and all was at rest. This night was different however, some would swear that the the sun delayed to take repose, instead preferring to linger in the cool evening air. If one were closer to the Palace of the Sisters however, not all was quiet. A lone piano could be heard, singing throughout the castle grounds. Finding it’s origin proved to be difficult, as it was more akin to a whisper upon the wind than an aria.
(Listen for effect: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVcuMYAw748&feature=youtu.be)
Princess Celestia, Ruler of Equestria and Daughter of the Sun, took abode atop her tower’s balcony. A grand piano accompanied her, an instrument fit for a queen, despite it showing some well worn edges. A heart laid bare upon the notes, and the pianoforte served the wishes of its master. A slow, emotional tone consumed the air around the player, rising in crescendo for a moment, only to drop down in a barely audible adagio once more. Not a word or a tune broke from the mouth of the Alicorn, however they were hardly necessary, the music spoke better than any voice could. A second figure appeared atop the tower, and the music came to a close; the player taking her hooves off of tear stained ivory.
“Luna.” She stammered through ragged sobs. The usual unbreakable composure of the performer shattered as she wept into her sister’s shoulder, as the last glimpse of twilight disappeared to make way for the night.