Everypony will gather round
The hive was empty.
Every changeling, every black, thick skinned, bright scaled and dragonfly winged changeling, was gone. No laced green eyes watching everything that occurred as they marched through the place on either guard duty, nursery care, or food delivery. None of what made a changeling hive a changeling hive. You see, the place where these creatures live is much like a bees home. If it isn't crowded and bustling with activity, it seems wrong. Almost haunted. And, to an outsider, that is how it would have felt.
But not to Chrysalis.
She actually enjoyed the quiet. The dripping of collected dew from the high roofs easily audible. The bright white nose of the gentle buzzing gone.
Because all these things meant that she could have some time for her.
You see, all those many years ago, when she had attempted to take control of Canterlot, and almost gotten her dream, she had remembered exactly what it was like to feel like the center of attention. To feel pretty. To feel in control of her life. To feel wanted. Needed. Loved by all of Canterlot. And they were almost hers. Sure, control of Canterlot was her goal. But maybe... She realized something.
Her army was out on a minor mission. You see, around every year around fall, all the army, regardless of their job, was to fly from the hive in groups of seven and scout the outskirts of Equestria for supplies to last the cold season. And by supplies, I mean a stray foal plucked from the streets, some nice fern leaves for bedding of the guards (they work the hardest days) and perhaps even grab a bucket of fresh water.
And this was the one time of year that the changeling queen had to herself.
Chrysalis stood, still as stone, facing the mirror. It was the only reflective glass in the entire hive, as not many ponies are willing to throw a good mirror away. Thats were they got most of their belongings, from civilian backyards and trash cans. They didn't exactly mind, as long as they had enough food and drink to supply their kind. But this one mirror held so much to Chrysalis.
The mirror showed a changeling queen. Well, most ponies who were to see her would think she was vile scum. Rotten, worthless, and pure evil. And most of the time, thats what she saw too. And most of the time, she was fine with that. Even happy about it. But on this day? This was the day when she saw something different. For one, her physical appearance changed. No, she didn't transform into someone or something else. She wore a garment. It was nothing fancy, just a simple, silk dress. One that she had found herself on one of her trips scouting the territory. It was a tad torn, as she had seen it blowing by ever so gently in the wind, but it was perfect to her.
It fit her almost perfectly. She didn't exactly know how, but it did.
She also curled her hair. Just a little, with unpractical old fashioned wooden curlers, but it still curled up the edges of her locks a tad. If you had seen her, you might say she looked decent. Even pretty. She changed emotionally as well, today. If somepony were to barge in on this little time of hers, they would have seen a Chrysalis who... Actually looked somewhat sad. And...
Maybe it was because sometimes she didn't want to be the big, bad, evil changeling queen. Maybe she wanted to be loved... True, her subjects loved her, but not in a truthful way. She was their general and leader. Of course they didn't know any better. They couldn't truely love her, could they?
Chrysalis sighed a long, deep sigh and turned her head to the window. This was a glassless window, an uneven hole cut in the wall of her private room. It had a spectacular view, it overlooked almost the whole changeling hive. She could see the entrance, where the guards were stationed. She could see the nursery, where young changelings were curled in their pods. And of course, where the workers stored the spare food they collected in small, honeycomb like spaces.
This was all hers. But was it really hers if her kingdom couldn't support her emotionally? She wasn't usually this soft. Only when the hive was empty.
Suddenly, she heard the door creaking open.
She spun around from the window, her emerald eyes widening in fearful realization and partial shock. She could have sworn- The gray, horned head of a changeling poked its head in the door, cautiously looking around for a moment before spying the queen.
"Queen Chrysalis! I'm so sorry to intrude!" The changeling stuttered, laying back its ears in worry. "I'll leave you be-" Chrysalis stopped him.
"Its not your fault. You had no idea that I'd be... All in a get up. What do you want?" She said softly, taking pity on the poor changeling. He sighed in apparent relief and looked at her again, more cautiously. She tilted her head. "You can come in." The creature immediately darted in the room, nodding apologetically.
"Of course miss. I'm sorry miss." Chrysalis sighed.
"Its fine. Now what do you want?"
"Umm... Well, we encountered some manticores and lost some soldiers. Around 20, I'd estimate." He stuttered.
"Oh no..." Chrysalis spoke through gritted teeth and closed eyes. Things got worse and worse today, didn't they? The changeling seemed to sense his queens distress, and he nodded promptly.
"I'll leave you alone now miss." He spun around and promptly started toward the door, and then turned back as if he forgot something. "Oh yeah. You look lovely in your gown, miss Chrysalis."
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Cute, I like it, also, I can imagine it and Chryssi does look nice,
Feels.
Oh, and: A Contest?!
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Thanks very much! ^.^ Shes a beautiful mare, doesn't get the love she deserves.
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Ah, thank you! The feels attack ~ C:
And yes! A friend of mine, Dillon0909, Is holding a contest for villain one shots. c: The prize is bragging rights, which is really best prize.
5403420 I agree, so does a friend of mine, but she doesn't have a fimfiction account.
5403420 And comments. Don't forget the delicious bite of some grade A Colombian comments.
...I may have a problem.
...That I shall deal with later.
*loud snorting sound*
This was nice! I like nice!
It's interesting to see a different portrayal of Chrysalis. I like it!
Aww, cute! Chrissy wants to be pretty!
I always thought she had the most gorgeous, expressive eyes.
Awwww hugs
Short story, lotta like :D
This is a nice little vignette.
I may have to do a short one day about her showing up a Rarity's for a new dress.
Have you ever played a game where you walk through underground tunnels? It's wrong because you know it's not empty, and something's just waiting to jump out at you any second.
If Shining Armor had taken the time to know her, he would not have seen that.
I love her.
I like this. I do. But that end felt REALLY weird. It was just like it was thrown in to end it on a happy note and in my opinion hurt the story for it. After seeing his attitude towards her through the whole thing and then he just throws that at the end? I felt really forced.
... if this was a writing challenge to see how long it would take to reach 1000, please put it with the description.
So... freaking... rushed...
I'm just going to assume that this means "to care for" and go on my merry day still feeling happy.
5411287 its got me rather anxious aswell, but i want to know. please just be feeding on the love and nothing else.
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Only love, only love. ;)
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Sorry guys! This was just meant to be a pleasant little one shot. I rushed myself to get it done, I'll admit. I would have taken more time to really polish it if I knew it'd get so much attention ;). Thanks for your opinions!
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Aw... That's okay. I know your pain.
There were some definite feels going on.
Quite an accomplishment for a short piece.
Well done.
Wow, this story is your most popular one yet, and it's by far the best you've written. Amazing job as always.
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Thank you so much! Its so nice to hear that I've been improving, and I'm glad you're still interested in what I write.
(I loved writing this story e.e)
5508329 I'll always be interested in your stuff, i love the way you write, short and sweet, reality is never buttered (exaggerated, etc.), and you have the best way of putting details, I'm very surprised this didn't get featured, considering one just like this did.
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Oh damn, thank you. I try not to butter up the truth and I am a theory freak, so writing fanfiction is a good way to clear stuff from my head. Its good to know I have an enjoyable style and at least a couple people who appreciate what I'm writing!
/) Ultimate brohoof, STAY AWESOMEEE!
5508560 STAY AWESOME! /)
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lost 20 soldiers to a manticore?, what are you? imperial guardsmen against warpspawn hounds?
also i like the story so far .
5510304 there was more than one manticore.
5643975 still imperial guardsmen
Exactly one thousand words?
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Exactly, to point.
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Fuckin' A. Neat.
Would you like a proper cover for this? I can custom-make one.
One of these things is not like the other.
I love it