//------------------------------// // Chapter 18 // Story: Discord Wars Episode I: A Hidden Threat // by Violet Runner //------------------------------// Star Swirl, Clover, and Sombra stood on the landing platform outside the airship as the other Crystal Knights arived and borded the ship. "It is not disrespect, Master, it is the truth." Clover said as they walked towards the airship. "From your point of view." Star Swirl said a bit dismissively. "The boy is dangerous... they all sense it. Why can't you?" The Unicorn mare asked. "His fate is uncertain, he's not dangerous. The Council will decide Sombra's future... that should be enough for you. Now get on board!" The elder Unicorn said ending the conversation, gestering for her to get on the airship. Clover sighed before reluctantly boarding the Neighboo Aircraft. Noticing that Sobra was listening to their conversation walked over to him. "Master Star Swirl, sir, I don't want to be a problem." Sombra said unsure of himself "You won't be." Star Swirl said reasuring him. "Now I'm not allowed to train you, so I want you to watch me and be mindful. Always remember, your focus determines your reality. Stay close to me and you will be safe." "Master, sir... I heard Zoda talking about Magic Resonates. I've been wondering, what is Magic Resonates?" Sombra asked. "Magic Resonates is an energy that reside within all living cells." The elder unicorn explained. "An energy inside of me?" Sombra said not sure what that ment "In your cells, yes. It's what alows us to use magic as well as the other races. Without Magic Resonates, life could not exist, and we would have no knowledge of Harmony. It continually speak to us, telling us the will of Harmony. When you learn to quiet your mind, you will hear it speaking to you." Star swirl explained. "I don't understand." The young colt said unable to get his head around it. "With time and training, you will." The elder Unicorn said rubbing Sombra's head as a chariot pulled up. Captain Strong Sword, King Emissarius, his advisers and Wa-waush-ka'-ehe stopped before the Crystal Knight as they made their way to the Airship. "Your Majesty, it is our pleasure to continue to serve and protect you." Star Swirl said bowing slightly. "I welcome your help. Princess Amidala fears the Federation means to destroy me." The King explained "I assure you, I will not let that happen." The Crystal Knight reasured as they entered the ship. "I'm finaly going home!" Wa-waush-ka'-ehe cheared before following everyone onto the airship followed by Sombra. The Griffin Viceroy and and his assistant stood before a hologram of the Siren who did not look pleased. "Is the kingdom secure?" The Siren asked "We have taken over the last pockets of primitive life forms." The brown griffin explained "We are in complete control of the kingdom now." "Good." The Sirin said, her deminer changing a bit. "I have see to it that what help the Senate is sending is delayed." She said before pausing. Also my sisters and I will be ariving soon to join you." "Yes, of course." The Griffin Viceroy said as the hologram faded. "The Sirens here?!!" The assistant said woriedly. The Kings advisers stood behind King Emissarius as he talked with Star Swirl and Captian Strong Sword as Wa-waush-ka'-ehe watch with Clover and the other Crystal Knights. "As soon as we land the Federation will arrest you, and force you to sign the treaty." Strong Sword explained. "I agree... I'm not sure what you wish to accomplish by this." Star Swirl said shacking his head. "I will take back what's ours." Emissarius stated. "The troops from the other kingdoms won't arrive for quite along time. There are too few of us, Your Highness. We have no army." The royal guard captian explained. "And we can only protect you. Not fight a war for you." Star Swirl said refering to himself and the rest of the Crystal Kinghts. "Wa-waush-ka'-ehe!" The red Earthpony said looking over at him. "Me Your Highness?" The Deer asked looking around, puzzled. "Yes. I need your help." The king said smilling.