Celestia's beloved has finally died, while her immortality drags her on alone. One night, Luna comes to talk to her about a way to maybe see Rarity again, one last time.
Nightmare Moon is banished. It is the first great battle that Princess Celestia has ever lost. But only as the smoke clears does she fully realize what has just transpired. Now, she also stands upon the precipice. The choice is hers.
Princess Celestia has a lot on her mind. When it all becomes too much, there is one pony she knows she can count on to ease her troubles with body and voice.
On the fourth day of the fourth month of every year, Equestria pays homage to its fallen heroes. As daylight sets on this solemn ceremony, the immortal sun bows before the soldiers who died for her, and asks a question for which there is no answer.
Celestia had always gazed at the stars for answers. They kept her company, and gave her guidance when she needed it. However, tonight, they are silent. Tonight, they will not help. Because tonight is the night when everything ends.
In another world, Sunset worships a God. Not unusual: here magic, divinity, and nature are one. But love is different. Worship is no longer enough for Sunset; her fire burns too brightly. And what brings warmth and light can also bring destruction.
Young Princess Cadance has gained the ability to see ponies' emotions, but sometimes what she sees puzzles and confuses her. Surely Princess Celestia can't actually be depressed?