Stretching, Twilight gave a yawn as she woke, and rose out of bed. She brushed her hair while half asleep, headed downstairs, and out the door. Walking through town, she approached the Sunset Teleporter, nodding in greeting to the unicorns on duty, and stepped inside. One short teleport later, she was in Canterlot, and on her way to the castle.
“Morning Princess Celestia, you called for me?” Bowing her head in greeting, Twilight followed Celestia as she led her toward a balcony overlooking the city.
“Has there been any word from Sunset Swirl since she faded into golden stars?” Celestia looked toward the rising sun, sipping her tea silently as she waited for Twilight to answer.
“Afraid not. I think she might have moved on.” Giving a sigh, Twilight put her cheek to the cold stone railing, enjoying its cold touch.
“I am sure she is happy, wherever she is, that you named the device in her honor,” commented Celestia, looking down with a sad smile.
“It was the least I could do, it WAS her invention in the first place. I hope she’s found peace, wherever she is...” Another sigh escaped Twilight’s lips.
“I’m sure she has.”
“And that’s BINGO! Man Sunset, you’re on a ROLL tonight.” Being elbowed by her husband, Sunset gave him a nervous look, noticing the glare Starlight was giving her.
“Oh ignore her, if she wanted me she shouldn’t have used forbidden magic. She can go buck an apple tree for all I care,” he spoke upon noticing her gaze. Looking back to him, Sunset gave a soft smile, and closed her eyes, breathing out.
“If anything, she did me a favor. I had you waiting for my return, all these years. I’m sorry it took so long.” Looking up, Sunset felt the warmth in her heart, staring into his lovely hazelnut eyes.
“Honey, you are a mare worth waiting for, every time.”