Lullaby

by Izzyloves12

Time

Lullaby
By: Izzyloves12

Time
Rainbow Dash flew faster than she had ever flown before. She had to get this lump in her throat away. Passing Sweet Apple Acres, she started sweating. Rainbow landed in her favorite tree and waited to see Applejack bucking it. Instead, she found that nobody was in the orchard. She waited patiently for about 10 minutes, until she found it odd. Every day at this time, was AJ’s turn to buck.
Just then, she saw Applejack walk towards the tree. Rainbow Dash still thinking about it, decided to stay hidden. Applejack looked happy, yet betrayed. Rainbow Dash wanting to find out what it was decided to go to her.
“Hey, AJ” she said casually. At that moment, everything went black. She had her eyes closed, without her noticing it. She felt two soft lips moving against hers. She tasted apples and all kinds of sweet flavors. Until it hit her, Applejack was kissing her. Applejack broke the kiss and looked at Rainbow in the eyes.
“Ah didn’t know you felt this way about me, Rainbow. If you would have told me, Ah would have told you ma feelings too” She said. Rainbow stared at her with wide eyes. How did she find out? Was it too obvious?
“Applejack, how did-did you find out” she asked. Applejack just had a huge grin on her face and started to laugh.
“Oh, Rainbow. Next time you should go someplace else to talk about who you like. Instead of a public library, where anypony can get in” Applejack said. Rainbow Dash didn’t know how to feel happy that she didn’t have to say all that mushy stuff or the fact that AJ heard all the things she said about her.
While both of them were looking into each other’s eyes, Twilight came in running out of breath. Immediately, both of them went to address their friend.
“Rainbow-Dash, Apple-jack, Princess-Celestia-send-a letter- saying-that Manehattan is-under attack!” Twilight said.
“WHAT!”Both Applejack and Rainbow exclaimed.
“What happened, how did it happen?” AJ asked. Twilight looked at both of them and had a smile, before it disappeared completely.
“I got a letter, saying that an army of these scaly creatures is attacking the northern part of Equestria. She needs to see the elements of harmony, quick let’s go!” she said. They galloped towards Rarity’s boutique, Fluttershy’s cottage and finally Sugarcube Corner. Quickly, they took the train to Canterlot and went with the ride.

 

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The six ponies and a dragon arrived at the castle. First they had to get through the royal guards. When they arrived at throne room, Princess Celestia had a worried look on her face. Once she saw her subjects, she regained her composure.
“Good afternoon, my subjects. I suppose is not so much of a “good” afternoon. More like a “horrible “one.” Celestia said. All of them, especially Twilight, had a pity shown in their faces. They’ve never seen their Princess in such state. Not even when the changelings had attacked Canterlot.
“Princess, tell us what we can do. Do we need to us the elements of harmony?” Twilight asked.
“No Twilight, this is something that even the elements of harmony can’t change. These creatures are called Doozies; they are extremely dangerous because we can’t predict them. The problem is that one you were their creator. I already know the answer of course, but before I reveal who it is I want to tell you that I am not angry. This pony had no control over it and over time, she was creating it without knowing” Princess Celestia paused. She waited patiently for all of them to absorb the information, before continuing.
“Alright, now that you have all absorbed this. That pony is…. Pinkie Pie” there was a moment of shock. Everybody looked at Pinkie, who seemed like she was about to cry. Princess Celestia decided to continue.”It was a very challenging investigation but with the powers they have is very obvious.”
“Wow… I can’t believe this. Princess, what exactly are the powers of these Doozies?” Rarity asked. Princess Celestia thought about it and answered.
“Well Rarity, first they have the ability to reach really high places without wings. As I mentioned earlier, they come out randomly and can fit in anywhere. Then, they have incredibly fast speed. Finally, they become invisible, which is even harder for us to catch them. A power Pinkie does not have that they do.” Princess Celestia got up and put a hoof around Pinkie.
“Yup, sounds like Pinkie” Rainbow Dash said.
“How did Pinkie create them?” Twilight asked. Celestia released Pinkie and walked in front of the group.
“I believe it was caused by her Pinkie sense. According to my research, every time Pinkie had a twitch, a new Doozy was born. They were all in a cave near her old rock farm. As time passed by, more and more were being born, that the cave burst open. I don’t even know how that is possible. Anyway, they did not attack her old home because these creatures feed off of laughter. The pony becomes weak and eventually dies. The only solution this is by Pinkie falling in love and the pony returns her love. A kiss to seal the deal, the dead ponies revive and the Doozies are defeated forever. Now, the trick is that by the time you find the right pony half of Equestria will be dead. I don’t want you to waste any time. If there is no more questions, you are free to leave” saying this she saw them wave at her and gallop to the exit.
Pinkie was crying like never before, it was all her fault. Her hair was deflated and her color had turned to a grayish pink. She followed her friends and watched the scene before her.
The royal guards were on the ground, grabbing their chest. The Doozies had attacked Canterlot, but what she saw made her cry even more.
A creature was watching her every move. It had large pink claws, but its eyes were red. It looked much like a reptile combined with a pony. Its mane, also the tail had two colors, green and pink. Large fangs and long tongue could be seen even with its mouth closed.
Pinkie looked at it with disgust and ducked, just in time for one to come flying towards her.