The Mare Without a Face

The Grand Galloping Gala—the most wonderful night in all of Equestria, they say. The streets come alive with celebration and all the kingdom's most important ponies gather in Canterlot Castle to mingle.

This year's theme: Masquerade.

What mask will you be bringing?

A big thank you to my friends who gave this a preread and tore me apart for my grammar, and a massive one to my friend who made the cover art.

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The Princess' Mask · 27th Sep 2024 · 4,406 words
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DarkSnowGaming #1 · Sep 27th, 2024 · 1 · 1 · The Princess' Mask ·

King Night Light looked up from the mirror he was using to set his cloak right. “Ah, Twilight. Come in, take a seat.” His outfit for the night was far more grandiose than hers and by the looks of it, he must’ve started dressing hours ago as well.

First story I've ever read or even seen where Twilight's family is royalty, and I mean her actual family and not Princess Celestia or King Sombra.

“I think that’s a wonderful idea, love.” The voice of Celestia Daybreak—ruling queen of Equestria and the stepmother of one Twilight Sparkle—came from the pair’s dressing room. It seemed she wasn’t quite ready either. “Twilight is old enough to conduct herself independently. I dare say it’s important to do so, even. This will be her first public appearance as princess.”

... Nevermind. But it is the first story I've seen where Celestis is a stepmother for Twilight so that's interesting.

Her father rolled his eyes at her blatant attempt to shrug off the responsibility. “I know you’ve never been thrilled at the idea of arranged marriage, Twilight, but you are a princess now. Your options have… expanded in some ways and shrunk in others. We’re just trying to help with the choice.”

I always hated the idea and concept of an arranged marriage. That just sounds like slavery but not really, it's very complicated. You should be able to marry who you want and when you want.

Her father nodded. “Yes, exactly. He’s a good kid; been making a name for himself as an officer, handsome, knows how to talk like a normal stallion. You’ve met Blueblood. You know what kind of alternatives you’re looking at.”

On second thought, Flash Sentry seems like a good choice.