One/ Friend
The gentle night breeze rippled the leaves of the tree that was Ponyville’s library, making a pleasant rustle as the branches swayed in the wind. Inside the structure, a dark alicorn watched as her elder sister’s personal protégé tucked a light purple dragon into the covers of his bed, the tenderest of expressions on her face.
“Goodnight Spike,” murmured Twilight Sparkle as she pulled the sheets over her number one assistant.
“G’night…”
Twilight chuckled as Spike started to snore almost immediately. “He must be really tired out from Nightmare Night!”
Luna smiled at the sight. Twilight was such a kind, kind pony; the night princess felt lucky indeed to have met her.
“Wow Princess, it was such a wonderful night,” said the unicorn, turning to address the Goddess of the Moon, “you really should come back sometime! Oh, and I can walk with you to your chariot! I’m so glad you had a good time tonight.”
The Princess had requested that her chariot await her by the statue of Nightmare Moon when it had arrived to escort her back to the castle, insisting that she wanted to accompany Twilight back to her tree house.
She knew it was not necessary, but all she really wanted was to steal some more time with the unicorn that had taught her so much about friendship. She had never felt so carefree in her whole life; at least, not since she was a little filly – and that was thousands of years ago.
She looked at the purple mare as they stepped onto the landing of the library and into the cool dark night. Making their way back to the clearing with Nightmare’s statue, Luna smiled with heartfelt warmth.
“Twilight Sparkle, I really do have to express my gratitude for everything you have done for me.”
The bookish unicorn looked up, beaming at the Princess of the Night. “Really, it was nothing! And I’m so happy that you’re happy, Princess!”
Luna couldn’t help the wide grin that was spreading across her face. Happiness radiated from her. “I do not think it was nothing. No pony has ever cared so much about me, apart from my dear sister. And you, Twilight Sparkle, of all ponies, should call me Luna.”
“Okay… Luna.” The scholarly mare and her regal companion finally arrived at the small meadow. The royal guards nodded at the pair.
“If there is something I may ask, Twilight?” the lunar princess asked, pausing before the chariot. “Would you like to join me for tea at the castle? At a time convenient to you, of course.”
The lavender unicorn looked up at the alicorn with a bright smile. “I would be honored, Prin – I mean, Luna. But I wouldn’t want to impose, I’m sure you have quite a busy schedule.”
The princess pouted pleadingly. “It was your kindness that taught me the magic of friendship, Twilight Sparkle, and I would most love to experience your companionship again.”
“Well, then, I’d love to spend more time with you, Luna, but I have to tell you, you also taught me some very important things about friendship!” the unicorn smiled. “You can send me a letter to tell me when you would like me to visit, I’m sure your agenda is much fuller than mine.”
“Very well, we shall meet again!” The alicorn raised her hoof in farewell as her guards extended their bat-like wings to take off. “Goodbye, my friend!” Warmth blossomed in her heart upon hearing herself utter the words. A friend… I have made a friend.
Luna squirmed a little in her sheets, giggling to herself. It was like madness, feeling so hyped like this when she was all alone, but she just couldn’t contain the joy that seemed to have taken hold of her. A friend, a friend, a friend! She hugged her blankets, the stars in her astral mane twinkling like tiny supernovas.
The happy princess couldn’t wait to check – or adjust if need be – her schedule for some free time.
Princess Celestia watched as her sister trotted to their royal dining table. It was evident that she was in high spirits; the bounce in her steps and the sparkles in her mane were a just a few signs.
“Luna, you seem to be in a good mood today! I presume Nightmare Night went well?”
The lunar goddess grinned – a bit too goofily, for a princess – and sat down on her gilded seat. “My dear sister, it was, to say the least, one of the most wonderful of nights!”
Celestia was smiling as well. She had never seen her sister so radiant and happy since she had broken free of Nightmare Moon, and it was infectious. “I’d like to hear what happened in detail. Twilight Sparkle told me in her letter that you made some friends?”
“Yes! And I have her to thank for it! But to tell you the truth, Celly, the night did not go well for us-me at first…” The younger sister’s head bowed slightly at the recollection.
The solar princess gave Luna an encouraging smile, urging her to continue. She noted happily that her sister was now taking care not to use the Royal Canterlot Speech in daily conversation.
“The ponies of Ponyville were very afraid of me in the beginning. Whomever I talked with cowered in fear, even the mayor mare. But your student, Twilight Sparkle, was always there for me. It was she that taught us-me how to get along with the citizens.”
Princess Celestia beamed with pride. “I am glad both of you learned something about friendship last night. I am so proud of you, Luna.”
“I am so happy! The ponies, they all laughed with me when I played the games. I got high scores too!” The blissful alicorn grinned playfully. “Oh, and I have invited Twilight Sparkle over to tea. I was wondering if you would like to join us.”
“Did you set a date yet?”
“I was thinking next week, after I raise the moon.”
The elder alicorn lifted a hoof thoughtfully. “Dusk tea? But that would probably be afternoon for you, since you usually get up in the afternoon – though you should keep in mind that Twilight might want to go back to Ponyville for the night. If that were the case, the time you have with her would be somewhat limited.”
“Ah, I hadn’t thought of that! Very well, I shall compose a letter as soon as I return to my chambers. If she wishes to return to Ponyville, I will simply have to adjust the time.”
Princess Celestia leaned over and gently nuzzled her sister. “Good, you are learning to be more and more considerate towards your friends.”
“Thank you, sister,” Luna said happily. “Oh, and could you help me send the letter? I am aware that thou art – I mean, you are – the only one at present connected to Twilight’s dragon scribe.”
“Of course, but if you would like to contact her more frequently, you could place the linking spell on him next time you visit Ponyville,” said the Sun Goddess. “And you’re starting to get used to the new Equestrian now! A night with Twilight Sparkle and you have changed so much…” She smirked teasingly at her sister. “I think I may be a bit jealous of her.”
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Interesting... I wonder what'll happen.
I grant you 4 staches and a track
Tracked and submitted to some of the appropriate groups.
A very interesting beginning! If this is how you mean to continue, I have no hesitation on placing this story on my tracking list.
Keep up the good work!
The only thing that really stood out grammar wise was "I’m sure your agenda is much fuller than mine.", It just doesn't seem to flow as a sentence compared to the rest of the chapter,
Other than that though I enjoyed this chapter, tracking to see where it goes
Well done
Tracking with excitement.
I like the feel of the story, seems like Slice-of-life.
Celestia obviously couldn't be bothered to teach her own sister how to behave in the new Equestria...
That's Princess Trollestia for you.
Im definitively tracking this! :D
Very well written. I look forward to some more
Congratulations on getting featured.
Twiluna? Huh, I haven't read any before now. Now that's just odd.
Tracking, of course!
a good start
now keep it going
EDIT: grats on beeing featured
A new pony ship? Awesome!
Twilight and Luna? Ah-hah! The fun has been doubled!
No, but seriously, great story.
Me gusta
Very nice, can't wait to see this one.
Wow, has Princess Celestia never considered that Spike might be bothered by the problem of having letters passing through his internals?
moar, and longer! I quite enjoy this ship and enjoy the direction you are coming from with it.
Whoa, that was a nice beggining! I can see that something awesome is incoming, so i'll track it. You got me interested! I'll facourite and like, well.. if you don't mind.
~Morning Dart
248018
*Looks at episode 2, season 2* Nope.
248140
Poor Spike.
248326
Then again, Celestia has never been present when he recieves letters so she may just be unaware of the discomfort it causes.
Starfall? XD No offense to the pre-reader, but all I can think of from that name is Soraka, and the LoL parody song Wish! XD
Still, this is most intriguing! Tracking this!
~ Moonstone, Minstrel of Equestria
nice setup, tracking
Nice.
Me gusta!
Tracking.
The friendship has been doubled!
What is this 'English' of which thou speaks?
Looking forward to another TwiLuna.
This was a rather sweet little tale. I particularly liked seeing a happy Luna. I do have to wonder about the use of "English" to identify the language though.
You write well. :) I look forward to reading more. I hope this blossoms into some cute romance :).
Also, you said "kind, kind" toward the beginning I think. Might want to fix that repetition. :)
Definitely an interesting beginning. Once where a plot is being established but many possibilities for expansion present themselves. I am quite curious to see what happens next. Let the stalking, er, I mean tracking commence.
Tracking with great interest
This is looking very interesting. I can't wait to see more!
I liked it, and am going to fav and track this. But please, please, PLEASE make one minor change.
Change the word "English" to "Equestrian". Just because they are speaking in english on from our side of the screen doesn't necessarily mean their speaking actual English.
oh, and naturally....MOAR!! NOWZZ!!
Some TwiLuna is always nice. Tracking!
247076 Thanks for the
s and the track!
You're really fast!
247080 Thanks
247124 Eyuup!
247166 I'll see if it can be improved on, thanks
247348 Glad you think so~!
247354 Thanks! And there's the sad tag...
247375 Time has passed but in Luna Eclipsed she still acts like that... perhaps Celestia didn't want to be too motherly and over-caring? Occasionally reminding her but not really emphasizing it.
247381 Thanks
247394 Yay, thanks!
247448 I was astounded... I thought they usually mostly feature EqD stuff and I've seen some trollfics and pretty much HiE... I'm so honored that this was featured
247567 It's one of my favs, and there are plenty of great ones out there :)
247637 Yep yep~ and thanks! :D
247755 Pony shipping's awesome
247833 Thanks! Doubled doubled and let's hope Celestia's not too teasy...
247845 Glad it did
...She trollin' don't care? 
And I found the song on youtube LOL
Y no Luna icon~
I wanted to emphasize that Luna really found her kind? 
I've fixed it and I apologize for not noticing that before
Twi-Luna
247918 Hope I can get the next one out soonish.
248018
248021 Thanks!!! And glad to hear you want longer
248096 Of course I don't mind,
248140 She don't even care if Spike's like regurgitating 3 times a minute...
248326 I felt horrible for him when watching that episode
248339 Perhaps...
248372 Thanks
248650 Thanks for tracking!
248659
248675 Thank you~ glad you liked it
248975 Kyoot
249115 Thanks for pointing that out!!!
249404 Yeah, I can't believe I didn't find something wrong with that... fixed!
249693 Thanks! I recognize you from dA
249761 Glad you think so! But then there's a sad tag... it's there, must be a reason
249807 Thank you~
249991 Thanks, I'm working on the next one, but I'm thinking of making it longer...
250014 I'm really grateful for your suggestion
250039
Interesting
"Very well, we shall meet anon!" - wut
"And you’re starting to get used to the new Equestrian now!" - What do you mean by Equestrian?
I'm excited to see where this goes!
This is interesting. We'll have to see where this leads to, but from the first chapter, the good writing, I think it will be great. I liked Twi-Luna in the past.
250373 'Equestrian' as in the language, e.g. 'modern Italian'. Not sure what your other query was about?
248372 Never heard of it, I'm afraid.
The name comes from my OC pony.
250076 Oh, we've talked on DA before? Can you remind me lol?
This is the only thing that came to my mind when she mentioned dragon scribe,
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must have moar rawr
250373
"anon" means later, or the older form meant immedately.
I like it so far, very simple, but it felt way to rushed, at some places more than others, perhaps because you want to get the part that interest you? But nonetheless you got me hooked so far, tracking.
Think its great so far an instant track for me
And Nice Picture Mr.Ghast I was lol'ing
250977
Oh, okay. To me, anon == anonymous.
251927
Online Webster is your friend.