> Book 1: A Sunlight Story > by Universal Timegate > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Prologue (Edited by: Realm on 5/15/2015) > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- It was the middle of summer, and everyone on Earth thrived about around town and the surrounding neighborhoods. Many people worked around the clock and most of the local teens were either hanging out at the mall or had gotten summer jobs. Everything was peaceful, and most people had all but forgotten about the whole “Battle of the Bands” fiasco. Well, all except for the students at Canterlot High. The school as a whole kept the multiple incursions to themselves. Like a schoolwide, not-so-secret, secret. In a nearby neighborhood lived a pony-turned-human, girl by the name of Sunset Shimmer. Sunset Shimmer and her best friend, Twilight Sparkle, had been constantly writing back and forth about pretty much everything. From weekly ordeals (which Sunset seldom had to share) to the nuances of their daily lives. What, with Sunset being a semi-recently reformed villainess, and Twilight being a new Princess of Equestria, both had fairly eventful lives to discuss. From context they were the best of friends, but ask, and some will tell you, they are closer than first meets the eye. The time was 9am, the air was warm, and the day had just begun. Sunset Shimmer was watching TV on her living room couch, bored out of her mind. After flipping through channels for a while, she turned the TV off and picked up her phone, texting the girls to see if they had any plans: Sunset: Hey girls do u have any plans? Maybe we can hangout? While it took only 5 minutes for them to respond, to Sunset it felt more like an hour had passed until she heard her phone vibrate once, then again moments after. Rarity: Can’t Darling. Have important family matters to attend to. Pinkie: The author of this story has me doing something important. Sunset paused for a moment at Pinkie’s text. ‘What author?’ she thought, until she remembered that Pinkie shouldn’t be questioned. Sunset proceeded to read the rest of her friends replies. Applejack: Sorry Sugarcube. Granny Smith is havin me do all sorts of crazy chores today. Fluttershy: I can’t sorry :( Rainbow: Sorry Sunset I have practice and a lot of competitions coming up. Sunset let out an annoyed sigh, and placed her phone back on the coffee table. A slight glint of light caught her eyes and they were drawn to her magic “phone” book, the light of a nearby window shining on the gold clad spine. Deciding she was out of options, Sunset shrugged, picked up her pen and turned to the next blank page of the book. Dear Twilight, I know you’re busy with your Royal Duties and I’m sorry for bothering you, but I’m very bored and the girls all have plans. Can you help me out? Your Friend, Sunset Shimmer She placed the book and pen down and, tapping her foot on the ground, waited for Twilight to reply. After a few minutes, Sunset saw the book vibrating. She quickly picked it up and began flipping through pages containing old letters, and finally found Twilight’s reply. Dear Sunset Shimmer, I actually just finished the last bit of work I had for the day. If you’re really as bored as you say, why don’t you come back to Equestria? I’m sure a lot has changed since you left for the human world. Princess Celestia probably misses you, and might want to talk. I’m sure she’s not mad, in fact, she was hoping for you to return someday. But it’s up to you. Your Friend, Twilight Sparkle Sunset stared down at the page for a bit, her mind still processing what she had just read. ‘Twilight wants me to return to Equestria? I don’t know if I should or not, but I’m up for anything at this point’ Sunset thought, making up ideas within her head of how to go about this if she does return. Sunset picked up her pen and began to write: Dear Twilight, While I’m grateful for the invitation I need some time to think it over. I mean it’s not that I don’t want to come back, that’s not it at all it’s just, I don’t think ponies there will be ecstatic about me coming back considering what I did. I feel that they’re still mad at me for what I tried to do and for what I actually did. Your Friend, Sunset Shimmer The book began to vibrate again just as she put it back down. Dear Sunset Shimmer, Ponies here in Equestria don’t know about you, and Celestia hasn’t mentioned you to anyone but Luna, the girls, and me. I haven’t said a word to anyone except my friends about it. And this will be a perfect opportunity for you to meet the pony versions of the girls and for you and Celestia to catch up a bit. Your Friend, Twilight Sparkle Sunset read the letter received over and over again. In her mind, she kept thinking of many different outcomes and situations as to how Celestia and she would meet. Some lead to banishment, and some lead to peace but none lead to a clear answer. Finally, Sunset let out a sigh and grabbed her pen. Dear Twilight, I will come to Equestria at Dusk. But I want you to do me a favor before I go. Promise me that you won’t speak a word of this to Celestia until I’m ready to face her. I’m only asking you this because I want to make amend with everyone else before I face her. Your Friend, Sunset Shimmer Sunset put down her pen and prepared herself for her trip back to Equestria. -Some time later- Sunset leaned against the statue, waiting for the right time to leave. The rest of the girls showed up a while before, to say their “goodbyes” and “good lucks”. “Are you sure you want to do this Sunset?” Fluttershy asked, sitting against the statue. “Maybe there’s another way for you to have fun here?” “No Fluttershy, I’ve already made up my mind on this and I can’t turn back now.” Sunset stood and turned to face the portal. It was time to say goodbye for the summer. Sunset looked back to her friends, “Well girls, I’ll see you when I get back.” The girls shared one last hug for the summer and Sunset waved back at them as she walked through the mirror. Pinkie looked up at the sky and smiled. “The author knows what he’s doing.” The girls gave Pinkie Pie looks of confusion. Applejack had to ask. “What author?” Applejack folded her arms waiting for an answer. Pinkie, instead of answering, just bounced away laughing, leaving the girls in a state of confusion. > Chapter 1 (Edited by: Realm on 5/17/15) > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Going through the portal was still the strangest thing Sunset had ever felt. The way her skin and bones contorted to match that of a unicorn. The way her insides churned at the unnatural shift in body structure brought a considerable amount of discomfort with it. However, the feeling was short lived. As the transformation met its end, she felt herself being hurled through the portal, with more ferocity than before. The sharp increase in speed propelled her through the remainder of the interdimensional rift. Prompting her to emerge on the other side, with a bit more ‘oomph’ than she would have prefered. Causing her to be flung into a nearby bookshelf, making most of the books and the shelf itself tumble onto her. ‘Ugh. My head.’ Sunset thought. “Sunset… Sunset are you okay?” Sunset slowly opened her eyes. Her head was pounding. She looked up to find her friend and a small purple dragon. “Twilight?” she muttered, trying her hardest to ignore the pain in her head. "You took a pretty hard hit on the head." Twilight grabbed Sunset's front hooves, helping her up. She then lead her tottering friend into a nearby bedroom, where she laid her down to rest her head. Sitting next to the bed, Twilight placed her hoof on Sunset’s head, and applied a light amount of pressure. She winced. The pain was getting a bit more difficult to ignore at this point, but having Twilight there made it a bit easier to ignore. “You have a minor concussion Sunset. Its nothing major, but I wouldn’t recommend using any magic until it’s gone.” She took her hoof off her head. “That was some crash. What did you do, throw yourself into the portal?” “No, I didn’t.” Sunset began to rise from the bed, but Twilight lightly pushed her back down. “You're concussion should take a few hours to clear up. Try and get some sleep until then.” Sunset let out a sigh, “Fine Twilight, you win.” She shifted in bed to face away from Twilight. Twilight giggled a bit. Then Sunset felt something she didn’t expect. Twilight lightly kissing her cheek. “Sweet dreams Sunset Shimmer…” Twilight said in her ear. She then left the room, closing the door behind her. Sunset’s mind was still processing what had just happened. ‘Twilight just kissed me on the cheek’ she kept that sentence in her mind, thinking it over a bit. A heavy blush spread across her face. Spike was standing in the hall, not to far away from where Sunset was sleeping. “Enjoy your little “moment” with Sunset?” “Heh, heh. What do you mean Spike?” A bead of sweat trickled down her forehead. “I saw you kiss her.” “It was nothing Spike. Just a friendly gesture.” Twilight suddenly found her hooves very interesting. “Don’t try and play dumb with me Twilight. Do you seriously think I don’t know when you're lying?” “Okay Spike. I might like her, a little bit.” Twilight said, “I can see where this is going. But if I were you, I would tell her as soon as possible. You only have 6 weeks together until she goes back. Summer don’t last long Twilight.” Spike left the room Spike was right. Summer doesn’t last long at all, and Twilight would have to use all the time she has to try and win Sunsets heart. Twilight walked back to the room where Sunset was resting. She found her sprawled out on the bed. The sheets were on the floor and the pillow was in her arms, and her snoring could be heard from the hallway. Twilight sat down next to Sunset and began stroking her mane softly as to not wake her. ‘She’s so perfect…’ She thought. ‘Someday you’ll be mine Sunset Shimmer.’ > Chapter 2 (Edited by: Realm on 5/22/2015) > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- It was evening in Equestria. Celestia was beginning to lower the sun, and Luna began to raise the moon. Sunset awoke in the same blue and black bedroom. Taking in her surroundings, she saw that the bed sheet was on the floor to the right side of the bed, and she saw in the mirror across the room that her hair had not survived the nap. She gave a small sigh and rose from the bed. Sunset walked over to the large window and looked outside to see ponies either on their way home from work, or out to do some last-minute shopping. Her view was drawn to a large, burnt tree stump in the distance. ‘I”ll have to ask Twilight about that.’ Sunset thought as she sauntered away from the window. She gave the room one last look and, not wanting to leave one of Twilight’s rooms a mess, used her magic to make the bed before stepping out of the room. She looked left and right down the long hallway. No pony in sight. It was as if the castle had been abandoned. ‘Should I go left or right?’ she then heard a faint noise down the left end of the hallway. Going with instinct, she followed the noise. It began to increase in volume to where it became more audible, she recognised it as Spike’s voice. “Come on Twilight! You’ve saved Equestria like, 8 times. How can you not make a simple cake?” Sunset hid herself in the entrance to the kitchen. Seeing Twilight try to cook something was like watching her dance; it’s not pretty. She was about to walk back when she stubbed her front left hoof on a crystal hallway table. “Ow! Damn table!” Sunset yelped. Clenching her teeth, and cradling her hoof to ease the pain. Hearing her friends’ cry, Twilight looked to the hallway. Seeing Sunset with a look of pain, she rushed to her aid. She sat next to the harmed mare and procured an ice pack for her. “Thanks Twilight.” She said, placing the ice pack on the damaged hoof. She couldn’t help but look at the burnt object on the kitchen counter. She walked over to the object as best she could on a stubbed hoof, and observed it carefully. “Oh you shouldn’t-” Twilight tried to say. But Sunset had already taken a bite. She wasn’t tasting it for the sole purpose of eating it, she was trying to see what was missing in Twilight’s cake. Everything was there but she could tell the temperature that it was baked on was way too high. Because of the way it crumbed in her mouth. After swallowing the burnt treat, she turned to Twilight. “You set the temperature too high. Your supposed to bake a cake at 350 degrees preheated, for about 15-20 minutes or until you see it to your liking. I’ll help you make one someday to show you.” Sunset gave a smile that made Twilight wither hairs stand on end. She wanted to run up and hug her, but resisted the urge to do so. “I’ll keep that in mind. Did you just wake up?” Twilight asked, walking to the throne room with Sunset in tow. “Yeah, I did. I also got a good look at Ponyville from the window. It seems like a nice place to live.” Sunset walked a little more closely to Twilight. “Sometimes I feel like it’s a little too nice. But no, it’s not a bad place to live.” Twilight didn’t seem to notice how close Sunset was to her. But the conversation kept going until they reached the throne room. Sunset took a minute to overlook the very large room. Crystallized walls and large windows, with 7 thrones in the middle of the room with a large crystal map of Equestria. “Nice room.” Was all Sunset could think to say. “Thanks. It all came with the castle. But I still miss my old home.” Twilight said a little downcast. Sunset didn’t want to push for details. “Where will I be staying until summer is over?” Twilight was about to walk back to her room to lay down and read. She looked back at Sunset and motion her to follow. Sunset shrugged and followed her. The two mares arrived at the door to Twilight's room. Turning to look at the princess, Sunset spoke, “What was wrong with the room I was sleeping in?” Before Twilight opened the door she faced Sunset. “That was Spike’s room. He said It was okay for you to sleep there until you're concussion subsided.” Sunset gave a small ‘Oh’ in response. When Twilight opened her bedroom door the two mares stepped in, and Twilight closed the door behind them. Nervous about what was going to happen, Sunset asked again. “Twilight, where do I sleep?” Sunset didn’t want to rush Twilight. But it was getting late, and she was tired of standing. Twilight sat on her bed and thought it over for a few seconds. “Until I can find a room that isn’t being used in the castle, you can sleep here with me.” Sunset blushed lightly. She couldn’t believe what she just heard. Now the only question was to either join her or to walk out of the room. She heard Twilight say something, but didn’t quite catch it. “Sorry, Twilight. What did you say?” “I said; we’re friends, so I don’t see a problem with it.” Sunset, finding no point in arguing with her, walked over to the bed. Twilight had already claimed her spot on the bed as Sunset followed her in. They both were just mere centimeters away from each other. To Sunset, it made her feel weird. But to Twilight, it was going exactly as she planned it. They laid there, not saying a word to each other. Just laying side by side. Shifting slightly to find some more comfort, Twilight got an idea. She was going to cuddle with Sunset, in an effort to ease the mood and the awkward atmosphere within the bedroom and she hoped snuggling with her will bring them closer. She looked over to Sunset who was laying with her back facing Twilight. Sleeping peacefully. Her hooves were tucked closely against her body. Twilight scooted closer to Sunset. She could feel the heat radiating off of Sunset’s body. With great care, Twilight wrapped her wings around Sunset’s body and put her fore hooves around her waist. Twilight couldn’t see from where she was, but Sunset was smiling. Twilight then followed Sunset into a deep, peaceful slumber. -3 Hours Later- Sunset woke up half-eyed and drowsy. She was going to go back to sleep when she felt a pair of wings wrapped around her body along with a pair of hooves around her waist. She traced the limbs to its source, Twilight. Sunset smiled to herself and kissed the sleeping Twilight on her forehead. Sunset felt a sense of adoration for Twilight that she never knew existed. Sunset wrapped her hooves around Twilight’s waist to return the favor. The two mares shared a small embrace during the remainder of the night. Overlooking the night sky, her attention on the two ponies, was Princess Luna. She smiled to herself standing atop a small cloud. “Something tells me that this will bloom into something more than friendship.” Luna said to herself, disappearing into the night. > Chapter 3 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- As Celestia raises the sun to indicate the next day has arrived, the brightness that gleamed through the windows shined off the crystallized walls showing off a purple reflective glow the radiated the whole room. This light spectrum was soon diminished as an Aqua aura of magic closed the curtains. This magic came from Sunset Shimmer who returned to her peaceful slumber cuddling with Twilight Sparkle. The sun’s light was beaming straight through the curtains but was minimal to where it wouldn't wake anyone else. The birds began to chirp happily and the people of Ponyville went to their rightful jobs. The whole town of Ponyville was at a buzz and filled with life. The young princess officially awoke first, even though Sunset woke up first Twilight was ready to start her day unlike Sunset. Twilight’s eyes blinked for a bit. She didn’t notice the position her and Sunset were in until she decided to move. When she attempted to move she was being pinned by the Yellow-Orange mare. Twilight blushed violently as it showed as bright as day on her face. She then smiled and muzzled Sunset’s neck with much affection. This caused Sunset to shift slightly but wouldn’t wake; however, she did release Twilight from her grip. Before leaving her own bed Twilight pecked Sunset on the same cheek she previously kissed the last time. When Twilight left her room she was greeted by Spike who was waiting in front of the door. He has a letter in his claws which then he handled to Twilight. “This letter came in a few minutes ago, Celestia wants to see you. I don’t what for but it didn’t seem all that important. So I waited for you to be done with your marefriend in there.” Spike stated walking away. Twilight held up an all knowing annoyed expression. “She’s not my marefriend Spike and if the letter is from Princess Celestia then it must be important.” Twilight read the letter over in her mind. ‘It’s just a meet?’ Twilight though finishing the letter and making it disappear with her magic. The beginning of Twilight’s day went off with a normal start. Eat breakfast, do any royal duties or additional things of importance and freshen up. After doing all of this she looked at the clock 10:02am it read. Twilight levitated a saddlebag on her and left to go to Canterlot. -1 Hour Later- The castle that the Two Royal Sisters of Equestria currently resided in showed off a golden-white reflection off the sun’s beams of light. The guards were standing tall and proud but were no threat to Twilight as she went through. She was greeted by one guard saying: “Good Morning Princess Twilight!” he saluted her off and return to his faced to position of the front doors of the castle. On the inside Twilight made her way to the throne room where Celestia would most likely be. To her dismay Celestia was nowhere to be found in the throne room. Twilight had to stop and think. ‘If I were Celestia where would I be in the morning?’ “Maybe you should look behind you Princess Twilight.” A voice behind Twilight said with a motherly tone that seemed at too familiar for the Princess. Twilight looked behind her and saw that Celestia had just raised the sun so she wouldn’t be in the throne room. Twilight hugged the other princess with a friendly embrace. “It’s good to see you Twilight.” “So Princess any particular reason why you wanted to see me?” Twilight asked. “Yes, a little birdie told me that someone has come back to Equestria without my knowledge.” Celestia stated which made Twilight as solid as a rock with both nervousness and fear. ‘Oh no Sunset’s not ready to face Celestia and she already knows I need to stall her as much as I can.’ Twilight thought as she looked at the other princess in the room. “Well Princess I don’t know what you are talking about as I have no knowledge of someone returning.” Twilight lied. Celestia stared at her with a facial expression that read: ‘I’ve lived on this planet for over 1000 years lying will only raise my suspicion.’ “I see… So you don’t mind if I come back with you to check if my suspicion is incorrect?” Celestia asked standing tall and intimating to a smaller pony, but to Twilight it was a game of chance for her to discover Sunset Shimmer to return back to Equestria so she took the odds in her hooves. “Sure Princess Celestia you may come with me to my castle to find out if your theory is correct.” Twilight laughed nervously lying to the Princess could very much be the worst thing she could do but she must protect Sunset from her until she’s ready to face Celestia. Before Twilight could even step outside the throne room she and Celestia was teleported to Twilight’s Castle Throne Room. Twilight felt the color drain from her very body. She didn’t expect her to really do this. Celestia began her search around Twilight’s castle. As she did spike came out and saw this and walked over to Twilight and motioned her to lower her head so he may whisper something to her. Twilight leaned in, “What is Princess Celestia doing here?” Spike asked. Not that he cared but it was spontaneous on his point of view. “She’s looking for ‘someone’ she suspects that has returned to Equestria.” Twilight said as both the mare and drake watch Celestia walk into the hallway that led to Twilight’s bedroom. Spike grabbed his chin in questioning thought. “The only person to arrive here with that type of pretense is Sunset.” Spike concluded. He nudged Twilight to pursue Celestia. “You might want to chase her down before she finds Sunset. She only knows what she will do to her if she finds Sunset.” With that Twilight chased after Celestia. Sunset Shimmer began to stir from her sleeping state. A well needed rest is what made her full of energy and ready to hang out with Twilight for today. She can hear hoovfsteps outside the door. ‘Hm, maybe Twilight just left.’ Sunset thought as she began to get out from Twilight’s bed. As soon as Sunset open the door she was greeted by Princess Celestia who had her hoof extended to open the door. No emotion… Nothing showed as the two stared down at each other with nothing but silence. Celestia tell look to Twilight who was too late on arrival. “Twilight how dare you-“ Celestia began. “Twilight had nothing to do with this she was only protecting me. Princess Celestia I wanted to return back to Equestria but I told her that when I’m ready to see you I’ll go see you but now it seems that I have no choice.” Sunset stated, Celestia looked in Twilight’s direction and she nodded in agreement with Sunset’s speech. “So don’t punish her for only protecting me I beg for your mercy on her Princess Celestia.” Sunset bowed in fear for the worst of Twilight. Celestia looked down at Sunset. A smile came across her face as she raised Sunset’s chin with her hoof. “I’m not mad.” Is all Celestia said. Twilight walked to Sunset’s side who was standing still waiting for Celestia to speak. “I’m not mad at anyone. I only wish that Sunset would've let me know about her intentions. I’m actually very glad that she came back to Equestria. As a Mother I would be showing complete emotion but as time would tell you if you met his is that I never so complete emotion.” Twilight and Sunset rose up in surprise. “Mother?!” > Chapter 4 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The sun, the moon, and the planet itself seemed to freeze all at once when Celestia said that she was a mother. But to who is the question. From just hearing Celestia say those words put Twilight’s and Sunset’s mind on an acid trip. Like statues they stood where they stood not moving an inch just processing on what was spoken. Finally Twilight snapped out of her dazed expression and spoke first. “You’re a Mother Celestia? Who did you give birth too? Who’s the father? Where did you-“ her sentence was cut short by Celestia putting her hoof out. “Let me settle all of your questions with one answer.” Celestia said looking at Sunset. “I’m glad that you’ve returned to Equestria Sunset Shimmer. You’ve made your Mother very worried ever since you ran away in the portal. I waited for your return but here you are now. I cannot express glad that you’ve returned.” Again Twilight and Sunset stood like statues in surprised admiration. Twilight snapped out of her trance and looked at Celestia eye to eye. “So you’re. You’re. You’re-“ “My Mother?” Sunset finished Twilight’s sentence. Celestia only nodded, “I’m your Adoptive Mother Sunset. I’m sorry that I neglected you and showed you the portal but do know that being a Mother and the Equestrian Ruler does not mix. So by my own selfish gain I chose the wrong path which led you to run away from home to the Human World.” Celestia began to walk back to the Throne Room which Twilight and Sunset followed. “You were destined to rule by my side along with Luna as a Princess but I should’ve known about the phase of demanding as I went through that phase myself.” She sat down on one of the thrones while Twilight sat in hers and Sunset sat in Spike’s. “Even till this day I still try to correct past mistakes so I can be better with myself.” Before Celestia could continue Sunset placed her hoof on her left wing. “I forgive you Princess Celes- Mom… I know and I can tell that it was very difficult taking care of me and performing your royal duties. But I’m not the filly that you adopted that argued with you and showed rebellion. I’m now a young mare who knows her rights and wrongs and has friends who are there to support me both here and the Human World.” Sunset embraced Celestia who which gave back the same embrace. The two didn’t separate for a while letting emotions run free within that hug. Twilight could only sit and watch this. She had to think for a brief moment then put two and two together. ‘Sunset Shimmer and Celestia… It makes much more sense now that I think about it but the question is why did she adopt her?’ Twilight thought gently tapping Celestia on the back to get her attention. Celestia left the embrace and looked at Twilight who began to speak. “Princess Celestia can you tell us why did you adopted Sunset in the first place. Not to impede on your personal business or anything like that but I just want to know why.” Twilight realized that what she was saying was in fact budding into her personal life. “Well it all started 21 years ago… I wanted a child but I couldn’t bare one since there wasn’t any potential suitors that were willing to accept me for me and not my status. So went to the local orphanage and requested that I can adopt a child. That is when she pointed to you Sunset. The mare in the orphanage said that you just arrived because your real mother couldn’t take care of you anymore and your father died just as you were born. When I held you in my hooves you crawls onto top of my head and yelled mommy. That was the first time I ever showed straight emotion. So I filled out the paperwork and adopted you. I named you Sunset Shimmer because your fur is the color of the sun setting and your mane represented the flames of the sun radiance.” Celestia finished her story with that last sentence and allowed Twilight and Sunset to process all of it in their minds. “Such a story for just adopting Sunset.” Twilight said in a low-toned voice. Celestia stood up and began to walk to the door. She looked back to Sunset and Twilight. “I need to get back to my castle as I have royal duties to attend to. I’ll see you girls later and I have a feeling that a certain Princess will help one of you.” Celestia shined a golden aura and teleported away from sight. -13 Hours later- Its 11pm in Equestria and the whole town of Ponyville has gone silent and the crickets’ chirps and buzzed about during the night lit fields. Many animals slept soundly and peacefully. Our two Loveable Mares were in the same bed again embracing one another but however talking instead of sleeping. In an embrace that makes them out to be a couple that they are unaware of they begin talking while their faces were mere inches away. “So how does it now feel to be friends with the Daughter of Celestia?” Sunset asked in confidence, her pride was taking over in this conversation that much Twilight can see. “I made it’s surprising I can say but I’m also honored.” Twilight said; ‘I want you even more now you don’t even know Sunset.’ Twilight thought in her mind while keeping a straight face on the outside. “Well I’m pretty sure I don’t have any political power in terms of what she can do but it would be nice to see how the leaders of Equestria function together.” Sunset shifted slightly too where she was closer to Twilight. This close proximity with this mare put Twilight in a state of bliss but she wanted more than just cuddling she want to feel her and even taste her if that was possible. Then Twilight thought about something that seemed stupid to ask but went with it. “Sunset I want an honest answer when I ask you this and I only ask you this question for a personal reason and not for a social gain.” Sunset shrugged and motioned her to continue. Twilight took a deep breath. “Do you like mares?” The room was silent for about 3 minutes until Sunset spoke. “Of course I like mares. I’m friends with a lot and I’m friends with you.” Twilight facehoofed as a response. “That is NOT what I was asking. I meant do you LIKE mares?” Twilight asked again but put more emphasis on the question. It took Sunset another good minute to realize what she was driving at. “Oh! Uh… I never thought about that I guess I am attached to mares-“ Sunset was cut off by the mare next to her scream “YES!!!” at the top of her lungs. “Umm… Twilight are you okay?” Sunset asked as Twilight held up her forehooves in the air in victory. She then snapped out of her monumental happiness. “Oh, hehehe. Ummm. Yes…” > Chapter 5 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nighttime in Equestria. All in Ponyville asleep, not a sound or trace of waking anytime soon. Well all expect for one Unicorn who was cuddling with a young Alicorn mare in bed. She left the embrace and walked to the castle’s kitchen to grab some water and something to eat. Sunset grabbed a piece of the cake Twilight tried to make and a glass of milk. She examined the burnt treat in front of her. ‘If I die by this then at least I’ll die knowing that Twilight didn’t mean to.’ Sunset thought as she took her first bite. Disgusted with the taste she drank the glass of milk down every time she took a bite to mask the taste. But since there was nothing to eat that didn’t require cooking Sunset had no choice. As soon as Sunset finished the last bite she put the plate in a nearby kitchen sink silently reminding herself to wash it in the morning before Twilight sees. She began to walk back to Twilight’s room when see hear someone from the Throne room. ‘Must be Spike…’ Sunset thought as she continued her way back. The sounds gotten louder within the large hallway back which caught her attention very quickly. She strafed from her path to the room and went to the source of the sounds. Something like that couldn’t be Spike. When Sunset stepped into the Throne Room she was Princess Luna sitting on a low floating black cloud. The cloud seemed to knock over a few items from a glass vase to a glass cup on Rainbow Dash’s Throne. Luna looked at the shattered glass beneath her and blushed noticeably. “Terribly sorry Sunset Shimmer...” Luna shined a dark blue aura and restored the glass objects that were once broken and put them all on the dining table in the next room. Sunset bowed respectfully but then Luna laughed a little. Now confused Sunset raised her head up to figure what was so funny. “Sunset Shimmer you don’t have to bow when you’re around me and Celestia you’re part of our Royal family.” Luna stated with a half smiling half chucking expression. ‘Well at least that’s a perk.’ Sunset thought. “Well yes you can consider it a perk.” Luna said back to Sunset who looked at her with a surprised mouth hanging open expression that make Luna laugh again. “Your mom didn’t tell you that I can read minds. Along with going in and out of ponies dreams I can also analyze and read their thoughts.” Sunset still with a dumbfounded look sat down. “Well I guess I have to call you Aunt Luna.” Sunset spoke softly “You don’t have to if you don’t want to. Though my sister will kill me or banish me to the moon if you were harmed under my watch or care.” Sunset and Luna shared a good laugh from that comment. “Now that all is settled I must ask you that why you are here since your job is being outside and controlling the moon.” Sunset didn’t really cared for the reason but for Twilight’s sake she had to know. “Well it’s simple a little birdie told me that you like a certain pony. A mare actually and that mare just so happens to be here in Ponyville.” Luna said. ‘Dammit’ Sunset thought. “Refrain from using a swear please Sunset. Your mother wouldn’t look at that kind of talk kindly.” Noted said with a hoof in the air. “Noted… But how did you know that it was Twilight?” Sunset asked. “I didn’t, I just took a shot in the dark and by confessing this to me now I know.” ‘Buck me!’ Sunset screamed in her mind. “Sunset…” Luna said coldly “I know. I know.” Luna got off of her cloud and stood proudly and presented a radiance blue and black glow with the night sky gleaming on her. “I’m not going to go into the details of why or how you like Twilight in such a way but I will be glad to help you Sunset I know Twilight a lot more than you think.” Sunset sat on Twilight’s Throne and began this going-to-be-long conversation. “Well I do love Twilight more than you think Aunt Luna. But if you know what she likes and dislikes then I can use that to my advantage to win her over. Maybe she and I share very similar interests. Sunset sat back to get more comfortable. “While I believe that love should be on discovery but Twilight is not a mare to be taken lightly. She is VERY picky on certain things and topics so you must be punctual and accurate to the mind and touch.” Luna began, Sunset made a clipboard and quail appear and levitated it by magic so she can keep up with Luna’s speed of speech. “Twilight is in favor of books that is more obvious. But she does like those who share a same mind as her which is what you possess Sunset. You and her were both Students of Celestia and you’re the Daughter of Celestia of you both share very similar interests and likes in terms of learning and mind-set.” Luna pointed out how Sunset is taking notes just like Twilight does. “She doesn’t have a food preference or a preference to people considering that she’s the Princess of Friendship.” “That much is more obvious.” Sunset said. “Quite, now Twilight can be very easily annoyed. She doesn’t her time wasted. Well it also depends on the subject, so just keep everything as interesting as possible. If you feel that the situation is too lax then try to change it but don’t make it sudden.” Luna states. “Lastly, help her out from time to time so that you care a great deal about her. Make her priorities your priorities. She will then see that you show devotion and care for her. Luna finished sitting back on her dark cloud that she appeared with. Sunset finished off the last of her notes and kept making small versions of them in her head to ensure that her plan to win Twilight over will go as according. She even came up with several back plans in her head as a runtime solution in case that some situations seem either too boring. Sunset made the clipboard and quail disappear soon afterwards. “Thank you Luna for the help I’ll let you know about how everything goes.” Sunset said hugging the Princess of the Night. “I’m sure that your chances will be a great success Sunset now if you will excuse me I need to return to my royal duties for the remainder of this night.” Luna then teleported out of the castle to who knows where leaving Sunset all alone in the Throne Room. Sunset began walking back to Twilight’s Room. While on the Spike exited from his room. He looked really tired and from the look of it worn out. “What are you doing up at 4am?” Spike asked. “Just thinking of something and are you okay you seem… Out of it” “No I’m okay I always wake up at this time to prepare for the day before Twilight wakes up.” Spike began to walk to the kitchen but Sunset stopped him. “Spike go back to bed I’ll handle everything this morning.” He began to resist Sunset’s hoof in front of him. “It’s my duty as Twilight’s 1# Assistant to prepare everything and get ready for any problem or situation for her.” Sunset still didn’t budge. “Look I’m going to level with you I know it’s your duty but…” “But what?” Spike stopped trying to get pass Sunset to listen. But then it hit him of why she wanted to do this. He put her hoof down and smiled. “Win her over Sunset Shimmer…” He went back to the room where he initially came from. Sunset couldn’t help but smile at his gesture she expected him to be a little bit more defensive with it. ‘The Dragon is not a baby after all.’ Sunset thought entering Twilight’s Room. Settling herself within the bed sheets and embracing Twilight like before Sunset began to drift off to dreamland about how Twilight and her would be. > Chapter 6 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- We now return to the morning light that slowly raises above the eastern sky of Equestria. The day of Ponyville began with a normal routine of shops and cafes opening up for the day’s business. Many ponies that reside in Ponyville sort out their issues but sometimes they need a Princess to sort it out and that’s where they call upon Twilight to help them. But today is none of those days of courts and other daily royal tasks. Sunset Shimmer was lying in bed with the Princess of Friendship keeping her asleep for as long as she wants to sleep for. Normally Spike will announce that Breakfast is ready but that didn’t come for 2 hours. It was 9:30am and Twilight began to stir, stretch and yawn. However before stretching and such she had to remove herself from Sunset’s grip. Trying to escape Sunset’s embrace was proven to be more difficult then she thought. Though being a heavy sleeper Sunset does have a strong yet gentle grip when she’s with Twilight. Finally in a final attempt Twilight began to nudge her and wake her verbally. “Sunset.” Twilight said while tapping her head. Sunset shifted slightly but didn’t wake. Twilight tried speaking her name again but this time more loudly and increased her tapping speed. “Sunset please wake up.” A few seconds from saying that and Twilight has gotten some results to where Sunset dimly looked at her and began to yawn. She blinked a few times before speaking. “Morning Twilight what time is it?” Sunset asked releasing Twilight from her embrace. Being freed at last Twilight told her that it was 9:38am. This made Sunset get up from the bed and walk out of Twilight’s Room to the kitchen. Confused at the sudden pace she began to follow her. Before Sunset reached the kitchen Twilight teleported in front of her stopping Sunset dead in her tracks. Sunset was about to go around her until she spread out wings to block the path. Of course she can teleport away from her of course but Sunset didn’t feel up to the task at the moment. “Sunset we need to freshen up before we start the day and I’m sure Spike has been waiting for us to eat breakfast.” Twilight said in a commanding voice that seemed really cute to Sunset, it wasn’t all intimidating. “I wouldn’t be so sure that Spike is waiting for us I told him that I’ll be preparing breakfast this morning I just lost track of time Twilight. But you’re right hygiene is important at this instance I suppose.” Sunset walked back into the hallway to the bathroom. Twilight followed suit. The walkway back was in silence until they got to the bathroom. Then it just got awkward. Neither mare knew what to do nor who goes first. “You go first Sunset… Princess’ Orders” Twilight said nervously. Sunset looked at her proudly and giggled. “Abusing power eh? Not sure if Princess Celestia would like that.” Sunset retorted back. This made Twilight shrink a little. “As a Princess my orders are just as high as hers.” Twilight stated putting her hoof up in significance. ‘Wrong answer Twilight…’ Sunset thought. “Well. You’ve shown your true colors to me now already all that power has gone to your head I’m shocked Twilight Sparkle.” Sunset said faking with over dramatically. Before Sunset could say anything else she was pushed, not levitated, not guided but pushed by Twilight into the tub full of water. It took time to resurface her own head but when Sunset did she stared blankly at Twilight having a mix of both Impressed and surprised expressions running through her at once. In retaliation she picked up Twilight who tried to resist but couldn’t counter her magic it was as if Celestia’s power was inside of her combined with her own. Once above the tub Sunset released Twilight from the magic aura around her and dropped her into the tub with Sunset leaning back from the splash radius. When Twilight surfaced she was on the other side of the tub. They both sat in the large tub in silence before Twilight began to speak. “How did you do what you just did a minute ago?” Twilight asked while slowly moving towards Sunset. Sunset didn’t notice which gave Twilight the upper hand. “When you’re the daughter of Celestia things happen.” “Oh I highly doubt that Sunset.” “It’s true” Twilight was next to Sunset and began to embrace her in the water. This made Sunset blush a bright red. ‘I didn’t even notice her approach me.’ Sunset thought as she shrugged it off and embraced her back. ‘She’s becoming more and more forward with this. I got to be quicker.’ Sunset then looked into Twilight’s eyes those beautiful lavender eyes. This stare made Sunset lose all remaining train of thought. Without knowledge they both leaned in on each other slowly. Time seem to freeze at this one moment as if the universe was at a standstill. They were just centimeters from each other. Sunset Shimmer was about to seal the deal when Spike came into the bathroom. “Twilight I just wanted to let-let-let-let holy sweet Celestia!” Both Twilight and Sunset parted from each other and looked away scrambling to find some cover. “Spike we weren’t...” “I’m out…” Spike said as he walked out of the bathroom leaving two embarrassed mares alone. ‘Nice going Spike’ they said in unison within thought. Once Twilight and Sunset were done in the bathroom they stepped out and walked to the kitchen. Spike was preparing a meal for them two. Twilight when to the dining room while Sunset stood back and went to Spike. “Something happened that you missed your chance to make breakfast for her?” Spike asked flipping some pancakes from the pan. “Yes actually, sorry for ruining your schedule.” Spike stopped flipping and looked back to her. “You actually helped me in a way I needed a relaxing time slot to myself for once so I can say that a benefit came from this.” He said happily. “Well I got the worst end of it when you barged in the bathroom.” Sunset snorted out. “I noticed you both were about to be a couple. Sorry about that but next time you’ll get your chance I won’t interfere next time.” “Deal. Now I want you to go to market and pick up some supplies for me I want to try something out.” Sunset levitated an item list that wasn’t as big but Spike knew what each of these ingredients were for. “I’ll get to it when I’m done with this.” He said. Sunset walked to the dining room and sat with Twilight who was lost in a book at the other end of the round center table. Sunset just stared at Twilight tracing her hooves on the table wondering about how Twilight tastes. Then she quickly dismissed the thoughts as they were beginning to go into detail that is too rushed and heated to where she began to blush wildly. Spike came out with large plates of pancakes stacked high with chocolate chips and whipped cream with maple syrup trickling down each side. The pancakes were consumed within minutes. After eating Twilight went to the Throne Room and sat on her Throne with a bored expression. Sunset caught eye to this and sat next to her and leaned in. “Something the matter Twilight?” Sunset asked with much concern. “Nothing Sunset.” Twilight lied. “No, no, no Twilight don’t give me that crap.” Sunset said pressuring her into giving her the info. “It’s nothing Sunset.” Twilight lied again. “Twilight I know and something that is causing you to be like this is not ‘nothing’.” Sunset put her hoof with Twilight’s and let them intertwine while giving her a reassuring smile that read: ‘It’s okay you can tell me anything.’ Twilight gave a big sigh. “Ruling by myself isn’t all that fun. The other Princesses have other people who are at their side. Celestia and Luna, Cadence and Shining Armor. But I’m alone with no one to assist me. Twilight let a small tear fall from her eye. “But you have Spike.” “He’s different he can’t help me with all the royal duties I have and plus he’s a baby dragon the stress will be too much on him. Sunset had to think for a minute. If I’m going to be with Twilight then this is what I’m going to have to do and I’ve seen her royal duties they’re not as bad as she’s making them out to be probably because it’s the same old thing every time. “What about me Twilight?” Twilight looked at her small tear streaks fell from her eyes. ‘Man it must be that bad.’ Sunset thought. “You’re only here until the end of the summer.” “I’ll stay here.” Sunset stated quickly. “But what about Canterlot High?” Twilight asked. “That school was becoming deadweight. On me and plus the girls in the Human World can survive on their own without me.” Sunset got in front of Twilight and held both of her hooves in her own. “Now Twilight please allow me to become your Royal Assistant.” The thought process became long… Very long in Twilight’s mind no words can describe on what happened next as if her body was on its own mind set. Twilight lunged at Sunset in her arms. Frequently sounds of “Yes please help.” Sunset just patted her back to let her off. “Okay so now I’m your Royal Assistant whatever you need royally is at your command to me.” Sunset bowed to show some seriousness to it. Twilight played it off perfectly… She has Sunset staying at Equestria now. Her plan is coming together nicely now and she needs to do is play it off until she can find the right moment to win her heart. > Chapter 7 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- It has been 2 weeks since Twilight appointed Sunset Shimmer her Royal Assistant and the workload of all the royal duties lessened by 75%. With all the extra free time Both Sunset and Twilight had time to spend together. While spending this quality time they both tried their plans out but was having no success of who had the upper hand. So they each upped the effort which was increasingly getting worse for ponies and dragons around them. For the meantime Twilight and Sunset were inside the Castle of Friendship (I only assume that is the name of the Castle, correct me if I’m wrong). Twilight was sitting on her Throne while Sunset was sitting next to her. They were both listening to the CMC’s case about ‘building’ something. “So let me get this straight.” Sunset said sitting up from her seat. “You girls want to build a house in the town without any experience of building or schematics of the house itself.” The CMC all nodded in unison. Sweetie Belle spoke up for them. “Yeah, we think it would be pretty cool to make a house from scratch and maybe we’ll earn our cutie marks in building or some kind of construction.” Sunset sat back and hoofpalmed her head several times. All of this was giving her a headache. Twilight got up from her Throne and walked in front of the girls. Three small cute-faced mares were trained on Twilight as she spoke. “I’m sorry girls but without any proper training or design I cannot allow you to build a house or any kind of structure.” Applebloom spoke this time. “Aw but Twilight.” Twilight put her hoof out in front of the girls to silence them. “No buts now go play outside and have fun.” The three fillies left the castle in sadness. Sunset stepped down from her seat and walked around Twilight to face her directly. “So suddenly The Princess of Friendship has an abrasive side.” Sunset cooed. Twilight raised an eye brow. “I’ve always had this side it’s just no one really brings it out.” ‘We’ll see about that.’ Sunset thought. The court session was over within 3 hours in the morning and Sunset and Twilight decided to visit Princess Celestia and Princess Luna. Sunset Shimmer told Twilight not to send her a letter but to surprise her. “It’s a good idea.” Said Sunset walking onto the train car with Twilight. “I always send her a letter before I visit. It will be unjust of me to not do so.” Twilight countered sitting on a seat within the empty train cart. “Then blame it on me.” Sunset began to look out the window. “I wonder why you can’t just use your Alicorn Magic to teleport to Canterlot?” Sunset asked not facing Twilight anymore trying to end the conversation. “Because I don’t normally use long distance teleporting like that.” Twilight lied. “Now I know that’s a lie because you teleported to Appleusa just yesterday then back to your castle.” Sunset countered her argument with precision. Always knowing what to say next when it came to Twilight. Luna was right when she said that both I and Twilight think alike. -An Hour later- What seemed like a 24 hour train ride suddenly came to a stop in front of the brilliant city of Canterlot. Both Susnet and Twilight were eager to escape from the train cart. Sunset practically kissed the ground in happiness. “Sweet ground. Sweet, sweet glorious ground.” Sunset traced her hoofs on concrete train station floor. ‘Why don’t to act like that on me Sunset?’ Twilight dreamt watching Sunset kissing the floor attempting to hug it. Without knowledge on Twilight’s part Sunset grabbed her hoof and teleported to the castle entrance. This surprised Twilight not that the teleporting factor was surprising but the fact that she did it at an instance. Twilight to this day cannot figure out how Sunset can perform most advanced magic without a charge or lingering source. Once inside the castle (escorted of course) they went to the Throne Room where Celestia and Luna were both sitting. They didn’t notice them walking in so Sunset took advantage of the situation. She motioned Twilight to follow her. The confused Twilight that was following Sunset kept asking her: “Why are we hiding?” Susnet began to giggle to herself. “I want to scare the Princess. It will be funny.” Sunset whispered. Twilight looked at her as if she’s gone insane. “Do you want to get yourself killed? Princess Luna and Princess Celestia don’t like that kind of stuff especially if it’s done to them.” “You worry too much Twilight lighten up.” Sunset said peering over. She saw Princess Luna talking to a guard but not Princess Celestia. “That’s odd.” Sunset said to Twilight returning to their hiding spot. “What’s odd? What’s happening?” Twilight asked getting worked up again. “Calm down Twi, Princess Celestia is just away from Princess Luna I’m sure she’ll return.” This worried Twilight even more. She peered over Sunset’s head to see that she was right Luna was the only one there. As if Celestia just suddenly vanished. ‘Where did she go?’ Twilight thought. The two mares kept peering over looking at Luna talking to some of the guards. They didn’t notice another Alicorn was right behind them peering over Twilight looking at the same thing they were. Sunset looked up at Twilight. “When Princess Celestia comes back we’ll spring out and yell ‘SURRPISE!’. It will be the perfect plan” Twilight scanned the room she didn’t see Celestia anywhere. “Gotcha…” Both Sunset and Twilight jumped screaming running to the center of the Throne Room Celestia appeared right behind them from their hiding spot laughing as she walked to her Throne seat. “You two would’ve pulled it off if it wasn’t for you two being so loud. The Objective is to be silent when preparing to scare somepony.” Celestia said sitting on her Throne. Both Twilight and Sunset with shocked expressions written on their faces sat down where they stood in defeat. They shouldn’t have known something was amiss with the situation. Celestia suddenly disappears and Luna talking to the guards. They planned it from the start. Sunset had to admit it was a smart counterplan. “Well mom, I commend you for coming up with a counterplan on the spot like that.” Said Sunset walking towards the Princess. Twilight followed behind her. “Knowing you Sunset I have such countermeasures for things like that.” Sunset gave Celestia a hug who then hugged back. Celestia looked to Twilight who wants slightly scared out of her mind. “Don’t worry Twilight, I know you were trying to avoid this.” This made Twilight sigh in relief. The entire visit was fun and exciting Both Luna and Celestia were showing the girls a good time in Canterlot. Twilight never seen this side of Celestia before not even Luna. This was confusing to Twilight but she dismissed the thoughts assuming that they were acting like this because of Sunset. -2 Hours later- The evening in Canterlot was a beautiful sight as the streets and sights the surround the Princesses, Twilight and Sunset became livelier. Despite the noble sophistication that most ponies in Canterlot they couldn’t help but take it all in. Once they returned to the castle the 4 mares sat around a circle table talking about upcoming events and such. “So Sunset is now your Royal Assistant? I thought Spike would have that job.” Celestia said sipping some tea. “That’s what I said but she insisted she says that: she’s the only Princess to not have one.” This made Celestia look at Twilight who was chuckling nervously. “What do you mean “Not the only Princess to have one.” Me and Luna don’t have Royal Assistants neither does Cadence.” Twilight was caught right then and there. Twilight hesitating with her statement. “You see Princess… You have Luna to help you and vice versa Cadence has my brother to help her out.” “He’s a Prince and she’s a Princess. He’s NOT a Royal Assistant.” Luna said. “But still you all have someone who can help you but I don’t.” said Twilight. “If you have taken notice of how you’re making it out to be Twilight Sparkle you’re saying that you need another Princess with you… Because me and Celestia are both Princesses who can handle such tasks same situation for Cadence and Shining Armor but he’s a Prince however the situation doesn’t change.” “Then I guess I need another Princess to help me out.” Sunset was listening to all of this. Just observing them going back and forth with this topic. However this didn’t need Sunset’s help she will only burn the fire brighter if she stepped in so she kept her mouth shut. “There is no other Princess to help you Twilight.” Celestia said “There has to be one.” Twilight put her head down on the table in sadness. An idea popped in Celestia’s head. She looked to Luna who then had a small telepathic conversation. Twilight looked at Sunset who was just sitting there. “You’re not going to say anything?” Twilight asked getting more angry then sad. Sunset saw this and acted quickly. “If I joined in I would’ve just fueled the fire. I was going to speak when everything settled.” Twilight’s anger became depression. “Great now the Princesses are mad at me.” Sunset went over to Twilight and put a hoof around her embracing her. “Hey, hey look they’re not mad at you.” Twilight was crying small tears. “Yes they are. They are mad at me and now I don’t think this can be fixed.” Sunset rubbed her back to put her at ease which worked but took some time. “Look Twilight they are not mad at you trust me I know when they’re mad they are not mad.” She looked away. “Please Twilight listen to reason they are not mad. Please look at me.” Twilight looked at her and continued to stare. Just like in the bathroom the stare seemed to stop time and space. Everything frozen but the two. They began to lean in closer to each other lessening the distance between the two. The space was now at a mere millimeters apart. They can feel each other’s body heat increase with every motion. Finally Sunset closed the gap between them and met her lips with Twilight’s. While in real-time this lasted for 5 seconds in their own world this lasted for 5 hours. The pulse of this new feeling emitted an electric surge within each of their minds that put them on overdrive. The sense of accomplishment was in the air for both mares who parted from their small kiss. They shared a hug embracing each other. This was their moment a new start of their lives the beginning of their new relationship. This scene was short lived as two Alicorns watched this unfold. Both mare’s eyes were focused into each other not caring about anything else but themselves. Celestia looked at Luna and nodded in agreement. Celestia coughed to get their attention both sets of eyes that was once trained on each other now staring at the Sun Princess. “Well girls this is… Um something new…” “I’ve been knowing so this isn’t much of a surprise.” Said Luna interjecting. “Again this is a surprise to me so all I can say is Congratulations.” Celestia stated both Sunset and Twilight gave her silent nods of a ‘Thank you’. “Now then there is a much more pressing matter to discuss Twilight. You want another Princess to help you out around the castle? Now mind you ALL the Princesses share equal powers and all share a specialty or specific power that is a commodity to both their subjects and Equestria as a whole; for an example Cadence is the Princess of Love of which she spreads love all across Equestria while attending to her own subjects as well.” Luna stated. “I understand of what is required of a princess, Princess Luna.” Twilight said “Well then it’s settled. Twilight I will ask you a series of questions you will answer them to your own honesty.” Luna said leaning forward. Twilight nodded and prepared for the small quiz. “Ready!” “1, Who helps you around your castle?” “Spike and Sunset.” “2, Who has been Assisting you mostly?” “Sunset.” “3, Who has been helping you with Friendship issues and anything related to the task?” “Sunset.” This Questionnaire seemed all too general. Sunset began to think of why she was asking Twilight these questions. “Lastly 4, Who would you in trust to be a Princess at your side. No matter what situation or circumstance?” Twilight had to think about this one really hard. All of her friends couldn’t all be princesses and the only one to be spending any time at all with her is Sunset lately these past few weeks. Twilight looked and saw all faces concentrated on her, there was no way out of this question and she was never a personal basis Pony to depict a princess just out of the blue. Twilight then thought about Sunset. Again she was the only one to spend time with her these past weeks and never left her side not once. Her and Sunset literally just became a couple and will share an eternity with each other. Their love is unprecedented. Twilight finally made up her mind. “Sunset Shimmer.” > Chapter 8 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Equestria as a whole seemed to stop in a freeze frame. For the reasons behind it was unknown but to the 4 mares who were gathered around a circle table in the Castle in Canterlot. Two of being the most powerful of all, one being the Princess of Friendship and a Unicorn just standing there in surprise. Celestia and Luna both looked at each other once more and nodded. “Now Twilight I must ask the reason that you choose Sunset Shimmer to be a Princess.” Celestia asked already knowing the reason. Twilight got up and stood tall and proud as she spoke every word being truth. “I choose Sunset Shimmer because I believe we will be an unstoppable team, always getting things done and showing off the best that we can show. She is the one pony I will ever choose by my side to rule over my kingdom. Despite her past I always look to the future and see that we will share a lot of great moments together. That is why I choose you Sunset Shimmer to be a Princess by my side…” Twilight walked in front of her and place a hoof on her cheek. “Because I know all about your past and that wasn’t you. That was nothing but confusion and emptiness. But I helped you find your true path, the path that you were destine to follow. Together we will make this work for us and for all of Equestria.” Sunset couldn’t help it anymore she kissed her newly found marefriend and hugged her. “Thank you for believing in me.” Sunset whispered in her ear. After about a minute of an embrace that the two mares shared in both love and comfort Celestia tapped on Twilight’s back. She parted from Sunset and looked at her former mentor. “I believe it’s time for a certain somepony to receive a very special gift.” Celestia once more looked to Princess Luna who was getting into position. Celestia stood behind Sunset Shimmer and ignited her horn and Luna performed the same suit. Both of them blasted Sunset with a very powerful magic that not even Twilight in her Rainbowfied form can defend against. This magic swirled around her engulfing her within. While in this state Sunset undergoes a special transformation. This made her body ache in pain and extreme discomfort for about 2 minutes. Later from that Sunset began to sprout wings from her abdomen. This process is what causes the pain. Growing a new set of wings was a very painful experience. Then black… Darkness. Pitch Black. Nothing to see, nothing to feel or to run to. ‘Am I dead?’ Sunset thought. Then hearing distinctive voices in a distance that seems to never end. Soon she began to stir from her unconscious state. Upon getting up her wings similar to Twilight’s unfolded in all of their glory. “That was probably the most painful experience of my entire life.” Sunset said. She then realized that everyone was staring at her. “What?” she asked. “Why don’t you look to your side?” Twilight said giggling. Sunset looked and saw indeed that she had wings. She couldn’t believe it. She touched them to make sure that they were feel but when she did she felt the sense from them. She still couldn’t believe it. Sunset tried to fly. She jumped and tried to fly but fell face flat. “Ow. Well I need to be trained on flying now.” Celestia giggled. “That will all come in due time daughter of mine. For now it’s getting late.” They all see the sun lower down to show it’s indication that it was nightfall. Celestia and Luna began to walk to their rooms in the castle. Celestia however looks back. “Congratulations Sunset Shimmer you are now a Princess of Equestria. Maybe Twilight can help you find your destined role as a Princess.” The two Princesses left them alone as Twilight sat down and Sunset walked around wondering of what the future may hold for them. -10 Minutes later- “Well I guess we should be getting back.” Twilight suggested getting ready to walk back to the train station. “Let’s not take the train. I want to try out my new alicorn power.” Sunset said charging up her horn. “Well I suppose we can teleport.” Twilight stood next to Sunset and with a magic pulse from Sunset’s horn they were in the Throne Room of Twilight’s Castle. “Not bad for a first run with this power.” Sunset said examining herself for any burns, cuts, and/or scratches. Sunset wasn’t harmed when they teleported however Twilight had scorch marks all over her. They didn’t hurt but the marks effectively made her a different shade of purple. Looking at this Sunset couldn’t help but laugh. This made Twilight very annoyed so she rubbed herself on Sunset covering her left side in soot. “Hey!” Sunset said now more frustrated trying to get the soot out of her coat. Twilight stuck her tongue out and ran off into the hallway. Upon realizing what just happened Sunset took off after her. Being taller than her she was able to catch up quickly. However Twilight was one step ahead teleporting behind her and bolting off in the other direction. This game of chase lasted for about 30 minutes until Sunset got tired and resorted to teleporting. Sunset teleported in front of Twilight who was running straight for her. She put out her hoof to secure the victory of this game but Twilight jumped over her and ran off again. “Huh. This will be more difficult than I thought.” Sunset said to herself sitting down. Where she stood. Sunset then thought of an idea. She walked over to Spike’s room. When she arrived and unlocked the door he was at the far left wall where he was decorating the wall with pictures of Rarity and surrounding each picture with candles lit. “Uhh…” Sunset couldn’t even comprehend words for what she saw. Spike jumped and dropped whatever materials he had in his hand. “It’s not what it looks like.” Spike said in defensive reaction. Sunset looked at the wall. From top to bottom was pictures of either him with Rarity or Rarity solo. Some of those pictures she questioned if they were appropriate. This made Sunset uneasy and want to laugh at the same time. “So should I ask Twilight about this?” Sunset asked. This made Spike turn white in horror. He was trying to push her out but had no success. “No, no, no you didn’t see anything here.” Spike kept repeating while trying to get her out. Then he noticed her wings. “Wait you’re an Alicorn?” He asked now more confused. “Yes, I’m a Princess I don’t know of what yet but that is for me and Twilight to figure out from what Princess Celestia says but between you and me I think she knows and she just doesn’t want to tell us.” Sunset used one of her wings to put Spike to the side. “Now I should tell Twilight about this wall here. But I won’t if you help me with something.” She said Spike wasn’t all to keen about all of this but anything to keep Twilight from finding out about the wall. “What is it?” “I need you to pretend to get hurt so I can catch Twilight.” She said with a stern look. “Why do you need to catch Twilight?” Spike asked. “We’re playing chase and she’s becoming relentless and efficient with her running to where I see her not stopping. Oh and by the way I and Twilight are now a couple.” “Well that finally came into full circle and this game of chase… It’s not just some kind of sexual act here that you ponies perform?” This got a slap by Sunset across the head. “No… No us ponies don’t do that kind of stuff when we’re mating… I think… I’m pretty sure… Anyways you are too young to know that kind of stuff. But again all I need you to do is fake getting hurt.” Sunset said with her face red as Big Mac’s coat. “Okay I’ll do it.” Spike walked out of the room and looked back to her. “Wait 5 minutes then go to the dining room and wait at one of the celling pillars it’s easy to get up there and you’ll be easily hidden.” Sunset nodded and he went off to perform his small pan to help her. As for Sunset she found a tarp large enough for the ‘Rarity Wall’ and covered it so Twilight couldn’t see. She then exited the room and closed the door behind her and walked to the dining room. As for Twilight in this situation she stopped running to catch her breath and hid behind a column in the Throne Room. ‘Sunset is very persistent she’ll catch me eventually.’ Twilight thought out of breath to speak. Suddenly she heard a loud crash in the dining room and Spike screaming. Twilight with the bit of energy she had has been replaced with an overload of adrenaline that made her sprint to him. Sunset from this view was standing on the ceiling pillars that circled around the dining room. These pillars had plants on top of them so she moved one to the ground so she could stand. She peered over and look at Spike who just broke a vase and laid down next to it. He then heard Twilight coming and gave a thumbs up to her. “Damn good acting Spike.” Sunset whispered to herself. Twilight saw the scene and rushed to his aid. “Spike. Spike! Are you okay?” She examined him and found no scratch marks or cuts. Spike groaned and got up and looked at Twilight with a dazed expression. That was Sunset’s time to strike. She jumped off the pillar and glided to Twilight to catch her. In her mind however that’s how she saw it the reality of it all she jumped off the fell flapping her wings in failure just falling and falling. She then used her magic to teleport herself to the ground and wrapped herself around Twilight not letting her go. Twilight attempted to shake her off but no avail. “Sunset get off I need to help Spike…” Before she could finish her sentence Spike got up and walked off like nothing was wrong. She then realized that she was tricked this was all a plan for Sunset to win. A mental note in her head was made to not mess with Sunset when it came to chase. Laughing out loud Twilight grabbed Sunset’s hoofs in her own while she was on her clinging. “Okay, okay you both got me.” Twilight laughed. Sunset gave her a small peck on the cheek and got off. “Don’t try to escape from me next time.” “Noted…” Twilight again looked at herself she was still covered in soot but most of it was either dusted off from all the running or began to marinate in her coat. “Let’s take a bath Sunset I need to get all this soot off of me before it becomes imprinted onto my fur.” Twilight said walking to the bathroom. Sunset followed behind her. “I’ll make a note to not perform any long distance teleportation unless we're both putting in the magic to do it.” In the bathroom both Sunset and Twilight removed any dirt and soot from each other’s coats while also having a nice relaxing time with each other’s embrace. Once all is clean they go to the bedroom and sleep off a perfect day. For this day is not only the start of Sunset’s Alicorn journey but also the start of their new life together as a couple. > Chapter 9 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7am… The sky just beginning to turn its light blue color from the moon’s descends into the horizon and the sun’s rises above. Light shines through the Castle where our two lovers inhabit. As the light beams through the large windows it begins to brighten the room increasingly as the sun raises more into the sky. Sunset Shimmer and Twilight Sparkle now in a relationship that is determined to last until the day of no existence but even then their celestial beings will find a way to be together as their love holds no bounds and shows no chance of fading. They both lay in bed in each other’s arms both locked into a position that suggests that something went on but there wasn’t no trace of that happening (Yet…). Once again Sunset woke up first to close the blinds and curtains that cover up the room in darkness once more giving her and Twilight some more time to sleep. Maybe Sunset is the Princess of Sleeping but again there is no possibility of that ever happening. She returned to the embrace of her lover Twilight who was shifting in bed slightly to adjust her comfort in bed. To ensure that she slept well Sunset got up from her spot of the bed and put most of the blanket around Twilight. Using her magic she re-tucked her in and saw a small smile appear on her face. Before exiting the room she gave Twilight a peck on the forehead. “Rest now my Princess.” Sunset whispered. She left the room and went off to start her day. She went to the kitchen to get herself some orange juice. Upon reaching for the fridge Spike was at the stove cooking something for everypony. He looked to her from the corner of his eye. “Had a nice session with Twilight?” He asked flipping a pancake. “Oh yes because I enjoyed eating Twilight out with the goodness of my heart.” Sunset retorted back. Spike literally stopped whatever he was doing and began to gag. Sunset whispered in his ear. “Painting a good picture huh” That made Spike run to the sink to throw up. Sunset patted his back as he continued. “You don’t tell a kid that. What’s wrong with you?” Sunset gave out a chuckle. “Well some baby dragons are not supposed to learn that kind of stuff and the fact that you know the concept and steps for it is surprising.” “Twilight learned about that stuff at the age of 9 I had to literally hear it all word for word. So it’s embedded into my head for life.” Spike said returning to his spot and resumed cooking. “Well that I didn’t know Spike I’m sorry but you asked and I delivered.” Sunset walked to the throne room leaving Spike with the mentally scaring images that filled his head. Entering the Throne Room Sunset sat on Twilight’s Throne. Somehow it felt more natural when she sat on the Throne. She ignored it though and put her hind-hooves on the left arm-rest and her head on the right arm-rest making a makeshift bed out of the Throne seat entirely. Sunset began to stir away from reality and took a small nap on the Throne. -2 Hours later- Twilight woke up to the smell of pancakes. When she sat up she looked to her left and saw that Sunset wasn’t there. ‘Maybe she’s with Spike in the kitchen.’ She thought waling to the place where the source of the smell originates. She didn’t see Sunset in the kitchen so she asked Spike of her whereabouts. “Hey Spike you’ve seen Sunset anywhere?” “She went off to the Throne Room.” He said not making eye contact. She went to the Throne Room and began her search. She kept looking past her own Throne where Sunset was sleeping peacefully on. Eventually she gave up and sat down on her Throne. However upon sitting down she felt a pony on the seat. She looked to her seat and found the pony she was looking her. “Sunset Shimmer.” Twilight said Hearing this snapped her awake and made her fall off the Throne. Both confused and in pain Sunset scanned the room quickly ready to attack the pony to disturbed her. Seeing the source of the voice she quickly calmed down. “Oh it’s just you Twilight.” Sunset said taking a deep breath. “Sorry but I wanted to sit on my throne but you were using it as a bed.” Twilight said now sitting on her throne. Sunset gave a heavy sigh and sat on a smaller version of her throne next to her. “Sunset and Twilight breakfast is ready.” Spike yelled to the two mares. Twilight smiled, “Come on let’s go eat.” Sunset nodded and went with her to the dining room. Both Sunset and Twilight ate across each other on the table while Spike sat in the middle between them. Sunset wanted to have some fun so she ate slowly and seductively that caused Twilight’s wings to shoot out. Spike saw this pushed his plate. “Okay I’m done eating… You both have officially screwed up my mind to where I need therapy thank you both.” He left and slammed the door to his room. Twilight looked at the door. “Well that was interesting.” She then looked back at Sunset who was slowly reaching for Spike’s untouched food. Look dead at her she dragged it back to her side slowly. After eating it was time for their daily royal duties which was done within 3 hours of the day. For the extra time they ventured into Ponyville so Sunset can meet the pony versions of their friends. First stop of Pinkie Pie. Sunset was wearing some royal guard armor and Twilight couldn’t help but laugh. “Why are you wearing that?” “It’s Pinkie we’re talking about here. This girl is crazy as a Human and might be more insane as a Pony I don’t want to take any chances.” Sunset said making sure the suit is secure and protecting her from head to hoof. When they arrived to Sugarcube Corner Twilight was talked by the Pink Pony that they were searching for. “Hey Twilight, haven’t seen you from a Looooonnnng time! How’s it going? Where did you go to? Huh? Huh? Huh? Huh? Oh wait I forget that you were a busy mare now since you became a princess. Or was it for a different reason.” Pinkie went on and on rambling to where Twilight had to put a stop to it. “Pinkie! For one I was doing important stuff and royal duties do come first.” Twilight said effectively silencing Pinkie. Pinkie kept hopping up and down. Sunset had to observe Pinkie’s actions carefully. She looked to Twilight. “I was wrong she’s far worse than I thought.” Sunset said getting into a defensive position. Pinkie stopped hoping and looked at Sunset. “Sunset Shimmer!!!” ‘Oh Buck…’ Sunset thought before the wind was taking out of her. All the armor she was wearing was soon removed as Pinkie picked her up and hugged her. Noticing this Sunset was terrified. “What black magic is this? How did you do that? What are you?” Sunset asked trying to escape from her hugging embrace. Another question popped in her head. “How did you know that it was me?” Pinkie began to hop around again. “The author of this wrote it out.” “What?” Sunset asked confused. “You know Universal Timegate? The author of this particular story “A Sunlight Story”? On this site called fimfiction.net?” “What?” Sunset asked again. Twilight grabbed her hoof and pulled her along. To their next destination. “Don’t mind her she’s just being Pinkie Pie. Sunset hoped the next pony she meets is not like Pinkie. > Chapter 10 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- ‘Next stop is Rarity…’ Sunset thought relieved. On their way to Rarity’s Twilight stopped for a moment then continued. This aroused Sunset suspicion but then dismissed all thoughts on it. When they arrived however that wasn’t the case. Rarity was running from wall to wall making and stocking dresses. She didn’t notice Sunset or Twilight walking in as the door was wide open. The two mares sat on a nearby couch that was known as “Rarity’s Fainting Couch” waiting patiently for the unicorn to be finished with her orders. -2 Hours Later- Rarity was all done with her orders and admired her work that each dress differently designed and stitched w laid out on the pony mannequins. Sunset make a slight cough to get her attention which she did but also received a small nudge on the arm by Twilight. Rubbing her arm Sunset didn’t say a word. Rarity now staring at the two. “Oh Good morning Twilight!” She ran up and hugged the young alicorn. “Good morning to you Rarity, it’s been a while.” Twilight said returning the small embrace. “Why yes it has.” Rarity was about to finish when she notice Sunset next to Twilight playing with her wings. “Oh? And who are you Miss eh.” “Sunset. Princess Sunset Shimmer.” Hearing this made Rarity stand on edge a little. “You mean the same Sunset Shimmer who stole Twilight’s crown. The same Sunset who almost killed Twilight. The same Sunset was said to be cruel and unjust?” This made Sunset frown and look down. Twilight put a between both Sunset and Rarity and spoke up. “Sunset has changed and we’re actually dating she recently became a Princess by both Princess Celestia and Princess Luna. She doesn’t do any of that stuff anymore. Don’t judge her of her past but by her future.” Twilight held Sunset’s hoof in her own and looked at Rarity who had a small judgement of her own to determine. Rarity walked around Sunset and examined her carefully then nodded in delight. “Well if Twilight trusts you to where you both are dating who am I to stand in the way to be a bother. Welcome back to Equestria Sunset Shimmer.” Rarity walked to her and gave her a warm hug which Sunset returned back. “I’m sure you will look at me differently still but again thank you. But me and Twilight have only recently started dating. She and I since we are Princesses can do things so efficiently that we are always done within the hours of the morning.” Rarity looked at her. “Yes I do sense a bond between you two it’s very strong. But this is an ‘Out there’ question but can I get your measurements?” Rarity asked. Sunset gave a small glance to Twilight who motioned her to let Rarity take her measurements. This process took roughly 20 minutes since Sunset kept squirming about. “Hold still darling if I’m going to be precise I need you to be still.” Rarity complained. After being literally touched all around Sunset was done with whatever Rarity needed from her. These measurements will be part of something she was working on from what Twilight comprehended. -2 Hours Later- Twilight and Sunset were eating lunch. Twilight eating a Hayburger and Sunset eating nothing at all. “You alright Sunset?” Twilight asked noticing that she wasn’t eating anything. “I’m just not up for eating anything right now is all I can’t wait though to meet the rest of them. So far The Pinkie Pie here is an absolute horror show to where she can defy any type of law ever existed that is natural and Rarity is just like her Human Counterpart.” Sunset said observing the ponies that walk by who show no mind of looking in their direction. Twilight examined Sunset and grew concerned. ‘She never acted like this. I guess being just in the castle for the summer initially I guess takes a toll on a Pony’ Twilight thought. She got up and walked over to Sunset who was still watching ponies walk by. Twilight puts a hoof on her shoulder and breaks the trance that Sunset was in. It was now Twilight’s turn to be affectionate. She gave Sunset a peck on the cheek which made everypony who walked by freeze and stare at them. The looks of fear, confusion, and surprise that were once all commonly peaceful became a trained audience focusing on them two. Sunset whispered in her ear. “You might want to say something before they begin to panic or riot.” Twilight stood on top of the table they were sitting at. As ponies gathered around they were still holding their mixed expressions awaiting for the explanation of the recent public display. Twilight cleared her throat. “Now I know you are all very ‘shocked’ by what just happened but I assure you all that it’s nothing to be worried about.” Twilight stepped down and Sunset stared at her with looks of stupidity. Both Twilight and Sunset left the area and went to Sweet Apple Acres. “So let me get this straight you stood on the table of where we ate and gathered a bunch of ponies around just to say that? Sunset said walking behind Twilight. They walked past the orchard gate. “Yes because they never seen a royal same-sex couple before.” Twilight stated sternly. “No need to get feisty there Princess.” Sunset said sarcastically. Twilight gave an annoyed groan as they met Applejack bucking some apples off a nearby tree. Applejack didn’t pay any attention to them until Twilight called out her name. “Applejack!” Twilight yelled out causing Applejack to hit the tree wrong and caused some intense pain on her hind legs. The force of the hit can be felt through the nearby trees and the surrounding ground. “Ouch, gee Twi, why you have to disturbed me like that?” Apple said through the throbbing pain on her hind legs. “Sorry Applejack I just wanted to see how you were doing but I can see you’re busy.” Twilight said beginning to leave. Applejack stopped her by putting her hoof out. “It’s okay I was just working on the orchard is all I can take a break. We’ll I kind of have to now.” Applejack walks back to the barn with both Twilight and Sunset following suit. Once they reached their destination Applejack sat down and the two alicorns sat in front of her. “So Twilight so is this alicorns here. I haven’t seen you around here before.” Apple looked to Sunset who was quiet for the most part. Twilight was waiting for Sunset to introduce herself but Sunset kept motioning her to speak for her. Twilight finally spoke in defeat. “Her name is Princess Sunset Shimmer.” Hearing this made Applejack increase her guard. Applejack leaned into Twilight and whispered in her ear. “Just give me the word and I’ll put that traitor in her place.” Applejack said this a little too loud because Sunset overheard the conversation. This made her look down in sadness. Twilight gave Applejack a stern overseeing look that made her cringle. “Sunset is my marefriend and I appreciate that you show some respect for a Princess in Equestria. Yes she’s gone through a lot and has done things but she has changed and was reformed into the path of friendship.” Sunset looked at her with eyes of ‘thank you’. Applejack took off her hat and put it over her chest. “Well Twilight I’m mighty sorry about that and congrats on your couple and Sunset I apologize for my rash actions and words. I hope you can forgive me.” Applejack bowed in respect. Sunset turned her attention of Applejack. “All is forgiven Applejack I’m glad we’re friends.” Well you girls must be buys then as for me I need to get back to the orchard and finish up the rest of the trees. You two have a good one and again congrats on the both of you.” Applejack yelled running back to the apple trees. As Twilight and Sunset exited Sweet Apple Acres Sunset gave Twilight a small peck on the lips. “Thank you for saving my flank back there I thought Applejack was going to tear me a new one.” Twilight laughed. “She wouldn’t do that… I think… I wouldn’t put it past her though.” The two mares traveled to their next destination close to one another on a bond that is inseparable. > Chapter 11 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- In Sunset’s mind so far Twilight’s friends here are just like the ones in the Human World with the exception to Pinkie Pie and her unnatural self. Next was Rainbow Dash who was flying around about doing tricks per usual and failing per usual. Rainbow Dash was just about to stick the land of a small trick until she tripped on a rock and landed on her right wing instead. The Cyan Pony yelped in pain as the wing refused to flap normally. She tried once more hearing the bones crackle and bend made the pain more dreadful. Rainbow Dash tried once more again but she didn’t seem to care that her wings were getting worse and worse as she continued to try to flap them. Both Sunset and Twilight rushed over to her to assist in any way they can. Sunset released a spherical orb surrounding Rainbow Dash which was beginning to slowly heal her. Twilight just watched in delight and surprise of how Sunset knows such advanced magic. “Sunset I’m starting to wonder what Celestia has taught you verses what she’s taught me.” Twilight said watching Rainbow Dash’s wing being restored to perfect health. Sunset looked at her and smiled. “Well before I left to the Human… Well ran away that is, I went in the Grand Library in Canterlot and found an old book that had all these spells and potions for healing and such. I kept the book in until the left so I think Celestia has it now or it’s back in the library.” She focused her attention back to the orb the surrounded Rainbow Dash which then disappeared from existence after Rainbow’s wing was healed. Rainbow Dash stretched her wing and flapped it to make sure it was healed to its potential. She then did a small flight around then and landed perfectly on her hooves. “Thanks uhh… err… What is your name?” Rainbow Dash asked hovering over them. “My name is Sunset Shimmer and I’m-“ Rainbow Dash was now in her face with anger. “So you’re the one who stole the crown. Why I ah to-“ Rainbow Dash was about swing on Sunset until Twilight teleported between them causing both to stumble back. “Rainbow Dash! You will show a Princess respect and she has changed from her old ways.” Twilight made her crown appear and placed it on Sunset’s head. This confused the mare. “Twilight what are you doing?” Sunset asked taking the crown off and putting it on the ground. Twilight levitated it and made it disappear back to wherever it was. “See she doesn’t want my crown.” Twilight said making her point. Rainbow Dash landed on her hooves once again and walked up to Sunset. “Sorry for uh, you know. Judging you so quickly.” Rainbow said with her head down apologizing. “It’s okay Rainbow Dash I forgive you’re not the only one to judge me so quickly your friends as well were very quick to judge me.” Sunset raised her head and looked at her eye to eye. The flying mare then flew up in her hovering motion in delight. “If you want some flying lessons I’ll be glad to help you Sunset since you became an Alicorn and all.” Sunset was about to speak when Twilight cut her off and motioned her to follow. “She’ll love too Rainbow Dash we’ll catch up later now bye.” She said quickly rushing Sunset out of the area. ‘Seems rude’ Sunset thought. Once they were out of the area Twilight ‘pushed’ Sunset to Fluttershy’s Cottage. “Sorry Sunset but I wanted you to see Fluttershy next and I won’t like to keep her waiting.” Twilight said knocking on the door. “Well you couldn’t said that before you pushed me out of there. It was embarrassing Twilight.” Sunset was already annoy tis lessened it but then it bumped up from talking about the subject. Fluttershy opened the door and hugged twilight. “Oh Twilight’s it’s been long what happened to you?” Fluttershy said with Angel Bunny walking out. He hopped around Sunset who then levitated him on her back. “I was just introducing a friend who ran away from home to how Equestria is today.” Twilight said with a cheeky smile. Angel was on top of Sunset’s head who then rested on her mane. “Cute bunny what’s his name?” Sunset asked. “His name is Angel and kind of thinking it you look familiar have we met before?” Fluttershy asked walking around Sunset in an orbiting pattern. “My name is Sunset Shimmer and I’m the new Princess of Equestria deemed by Princess Celestia herself.” Sunset stated proudly. Hearing that it was Sunset Shimmer Fluttershy unlike the others didn’t cringe or attack Sunset. She just stood there in happiness. “Well it’s nice to finally meet you Sunset Shimmer. I’m glad you’re back from the Human World. I’ve got a lot of questions to ask you later on when you have to time being a princess I can see that you’re busy and I’m busy too so I have to go back to my animals. Come on Angel momma needs to give you a bath.” Angel jumped off of Sunset’s mane and followed her inside. She closed the door slightly after and the two Alicorns left the area back to the castle. “She’s too nice Twilight she didn’t cringe or fear me at all it was like Pinkie controlled her or something.” Sunset said looking back at the cottage. “She’s the element of kindness and she’s Fluttershy. She can befriend anyone, she even befriended Discord after Celestia said that she can reform him.” Twilight said walking up the stairs to the castle. When both entered the castle they were greeted with a familiar face that made Twilight wide-eyed and Sunset get into a defensive position. “Well Hello ladies” The guard said bowing. “Flash Sentry?!” Both princesses said in Unison. > Chapter 12 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The peaceful day of Equestria has ended with a sudden jolt of discrete anger and confusion as our two love birds soon came across Flash Sentry. Flash Sentry in the Human World was lenient compared to the one in the Pony World. This one was relentless in getting Twilight but failed every time. Now that he’s here his plans will still continue us see how our two princesses will deal with this new found threat. “Hello ladies.” Flash Sentry said bowing his head in respect. “Flash Sentry?!” Both princesses said in Unison. “The one and only and might I say I’m glad to be both of your guards.” He said with no fault in his speech being sincere as possible. He walked up to Sunset Shimmer and examined her carefully. “Congrats on being a Princess and congrats on the both of you on being a couple. Also Sunny I don’t plan on ruining your bond as that’s not my job, I was sent here by your mom so you can complain all you like but her order oversee yours.” He then walked away leaving the two alone to talk. “Well what now?” Sunset asked Twilight who was like her confused and with no plan or thought to any course of action with this. “I don’t know I guess I’ll see how this plays out and I’ll send Princess Celestia a letter of her obscene order.” Twilight said producing a letter with her magic and began to write. Before she could write any letter Sunset made the quail and pen disappear. Twilight looked at her with an annoyed glance. “Sorry Twilight but I’ll go see her personally right now to straighten this out.” Sunset gave her a quick kiss and she then teleported out of the castle to Canterlot. -In Canterlot- Princess Celestia was sitting on her throne and watching guard ponies wonder about. All seemed peace for the moment until Sunset teleported in front of her face just mere inches away. This didn’t seem to surprise the Sun Pony as she just sipped a cup of tea she made appear. “Greetings Sunset Shimmer… What brings you here on such short notice?” Celestia asked keeping a calm collective temper compared to Sunset. “Mom and I mean this in the kindest way possible but; WHY DID YOU PUT FLASH SENTRY AS A GUARD TO US?” Sunset scream causing some guards to come in then leave at the sight. Celestia walked down from her throne and put her hoof on Sunset’s shoulder and motioned her to follow. In frustration she did. “I put Flash Sentry as a guard because I know about his history with Twilight entirely from the Human World to the Pony here. I think that he is mature enough to be your guard.” “Couldn’t you have sent someone else? Like that Assassin Pony that Luna’s friends with? I think he’ll be a good candidate for us.” Celestia stopped her rambling by putting her hoof out in front of the mare. “He wasn’t available by what Luna said so I sent Flash Sentry because he was the only one willing to do it.” She continued to walk. “Well still I don’t trust him like you do mom you’re too nice.” Celestia gave a small laugh. “That may be true but do know this: ‘If the Princess is Happy then the Subjects are Happy.’” Celestia stated. “Give it a month at least and if you still feel that he’s not trustworthy then I’ll have him put back here and send that Assassin Pony that you request so much now.” Celestia then teleported away leaving Sunset alone who then Teleported back to Twilight’s Castle. -In Twilight’s Castle- Twilight stood where she was waiting for Sunset to return. Seeing a flash of light next to her Sunset appears. Flash came out with his sword in hoof looking for a threat. “You two alright?” Flash asked. “We’re fine just some long distance teleporting.” Twilight said looking at Sunset dust herself off. Flash drew his sword away. “Good no threats here then.” Sunset however wasn’t finish with him yet. “Flash Sentry front and center here.” She pointed to a spot where Flash Sentry stood not knowing what was coming to him. Sunset suddenly without warning charged up a magic beam and shot him through the frontal chest which cracked his armor and helmet upon impact. The blast sent him flying into a nearby wall. Twilight stared blankly at Sunset and rushed over to help him up. “Flash you alright?” Flash got up with no type of damage on him but his armor begs to differ. “That was some hit Sunny what was that for?” Flash said still dazed from the hit. “That was for breaking up with me in the Human World and trying to hit on Twilight here while I was over there.” Said Sunset ready to hit him again with the same type of blast. Twilight interjected. “Sunset that’s in the past but revenge is not the answer what’s done is done so calm down.” Flash got up after hearing this. “I deserved that hit and I’m sorry that my Human counterpart dumped you but that’s not me and yes I tried to hit on Twilight and win her over but now that chance will never happen since you two are together now I like some other mare who is much better going so lay off.” Flash said while getting an ice pack from the kitchen. “I still don’t forgive you Flash just know that I’m watching your every step along the way while you’re here.” Sunset was walking to the kitchen to make something for her and Twilight. “Get your icepack and leave us be.” Sunset said to him as he grabbed his icepack and left the room leaving both Sunset and Twilight alone once again. Twilight nudged Sunset hard causing her to rub her left foreleg in pain. “That wasn’t called for Sunset.” Twilight said. “You don’t know what he did to me Twilight. If you knew then you’ll understand.” Sunset grabbed some ingredients and place them on the countertop. “Well he’s here and you have to deal with it I don’t want to see fighting Sunset.” Sunset stopped gathering items to look at Twilight. “You and I both know Twilight that there will be some fights.” Twilight couldn’t deny her truth. “Well at least try for me.” Twilight cupped her hooves and leaned into Sunset closely with puppy dog eyes. Sunset couldn’t resist it any longer so she gave into it. “Alright, alright! I’ll try to not fight him.” Twilight bounced up and down then giving her a passionate kiss. Twilight parted away then left the room leaving sunset alone in the kitchen. ‘For you Twilight…’ > Chapter 13 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Equestria entirely as peaceful as it is can be sometimes chaotic with the citizens. Each kingdom within deals with its citizens in different ways than one. However one considered god the master of chaos will oversee Twilight and Sunset with Flash Sentry. Now he won’t do anything too drastic but just like the pervious times before he will do his best to annoy Twilight and her friends. But with Sunset Shimmer put into the mix the turn of events will begin to unfold as the Lord of Chaos Discord will be challenged against the newly found Princess. We go ahead 2 weeks since Flash Sentry was deemed Twilight’s and Sunset’s personal guard. Sunset keeping a close eye on him he has not shown any affection to Twilight so Sunset slowly laid off of him and let him to do his business elsewhere. During some occasions he will meet with his supposed ‘marefriend’ who Twilight got to meet but Sunset did not. From experience Twilight explained to Sunset that she is a nice and gentle pony to Flash. After hearing this and seeing for herself she was convinced and let Flash go from her spying eyes. In the kitchen of the Castle Flash Sentry was standing at the door and Sunset was cooking some pancakes for herself and Twilight, Spike was with Rarity digging for gems so she had to take on the tradition. Sword drawn the colt couldn’t help but joke with the Princess. “You know Sunny someday you and Twilight will…” Flash made some nudging noises that made Sunset blush madly almost making her face the same shade of red on her mane. “I don’t see that happening and plus I will let her decide when we can do that she’s more, ‘patient’ then me,” Sunset said flipping a pancake. “and don’t call me ‘Sunny’” Hearing this made Flash laugh. “Oh come on Sunshine you can’t tell me that you didn’t even consider it?” Flash was sharpening his sword. “Yes, I have. But again if I just force myself onto her then it will be bad for the both of us.” Sunset said putting in more pancake batter. “Well maybe I can help you with your ‘issues’ with Twilight.” Flash said drawing his blade back. “I don’t need any help and what makes you think you know Twilight. She and I share very similar traits but when it comes down to ‘that’ subject that’s all her. I’m up for it if she’s willing to go for it.” Sunset said stabbing at the batter with much annoyance. “Hey don’t get pissy at me if you can’t satisfy your Princess.” Flash may have just bargained for death. Sunset stabbed at the countertop with her magic which caused a crack in the countertop to the cabinets below. With anger flowing through her the alicorns magic she had within surrounded her with fire. No features of her were changed but the aura however was a flame that surrounded the alicorns and was ready to burst out and attack its target. Facing Flash with the rage on her mind to kill. She lunged at him and he swiftly flew up to evade the attack. “Oh so it’s THAT kind of game now I see. Okay game on Princess.” Flash said pulling out his sword and diving at her. However this battle could’ve continued if Twilight didn’t teleport between them. Sunset drew her fire back to the surrounding source and flash dove up to avoid stabbing Twilight. “Both of you in the throne room now!” Twilight demanded pointing to the room where they entered with heads hanging low. Twilight was sitting on her throne and Sunset right beside her. Flash Sentry was below both of them. “Now you two haven’t attacked each other since Flash was assigned to us now Sunset what was the reason for attacking him this time?” Twilight looked at Sunset with eyes of disappointment. “He said that I couldn’t ‘satisfy’ you so my anger took over.” Sunset said in her defense. Twilight looked down at Flash. “Is this true?” Flash nodded and put his head down. “It was my mistake Princess it was meant to be a joke at first when we talked but then it escalated into well… This…” Flash sat down but didn’t see Twilight eye to eye. “Well next time don’t joke with Sunset especially about our sex life.” Twilight said which Flash Sentry nodded. “Won’t happen again Princess.” Flash said and he walked off. Sunset was about to get out of the situation until Twilight stopped her. “And just where do you think you’re doing missy?” Twilight asked. Sunset froze and turned around. “Going back into the kitchen m-my love.” Sunset said stuttering with her speech. Twilight pointed to the ground before her. Sunset walked over slowly. As soon as she was in front she sat down and looked up to Twilight who was full of disappointment and anger. “Twilight before you punish me just so you know I love you.” Sunset said hugging Twilight’s fore hooves. She wasn’t fazed by it keeping a harden exterior Twilight used her magic to lift Sunset then take her away. “Twilight where are you taking me?” Sunset asked, she wasn’t scared at Twilight as a whole she was scared of the fact that she was quiet… Too quiet. Sunset then found herself in Twilight’s bedroom. “Twilight, please whatever you’re going to do to me can we just talk about this?” “Talking is over Sunset time to have some ‘fun’.” Twilight said seductively. “This made Sunset aware of her situation and then used her magic to eliminate the aura that surrounded her. “Oh so you want to have ‘fun’?” Sunset began to snicker to herself as she pushed Twilight on the bed in a full make out session. Both mares locked in with each other’s embrace feeling each other’s bodies enjoying the moment they had together. Sunset was about to make Twilight feel the stars when Discord appeared behind her. Sunset screamed at the top of her lungs and launched a blast at him who then gathered the energy from it and ate it chewing with much delight. “Mmm, thank you Sunset Shimmer that really hit the spot.” He said patting his stomach. Twilight was furious more than ever at him. “WHAT ARE YOU DOING IN MY ROOM?” Discord wasn’t fazed by the anger. “I’m here to simply see an old friend how have you’ve been Twilight?” Twilight gritted her teeth. “I’m doing just fine… You could’ve waited until me and Sunset were done.” Sunset then hit her blush by burying her face in Twilight coat. “Oh then that would’ve been much fun Twilight. Come on you should know me already.” He said sitting next to the two alicorns in a fancy couch similar to Rarity’s fainting couch. “You two should really see yourselves…” He produced a camera which showed footage of their moment. Then sent it to Celestia. “Oh the Princess will be pleased to see that.” Sunset turned white. “You didn’t...” “Oh but I did, have fun ladies.” He vanished leaving them two alone. Twilight looked at Sunset who was at a loss to what to do now. Finally she got up and punched at the mirror nearby causing it to shatter. “Buck it all!” > Chapter 14 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The beautiful city of Canterlot home to some of the most richest and most noble of all ponies in Equestria. Within this city is a variety of shops, sights, and luxurious homes to the eye can see. All is happy within this city with no issues. This city is also home to Equestria two rulers Princess Celestia and Princess Luna the goddesses of the Sun and Moon. Controlling the both Celestial Bodies they rule with absolute power. Celestia was sitting on her throne per usual when a guard rushed in with a scroll, this scroll was thicker than most scrolls. However this particular scroll wasn’t a written one but more of a projection. Within the confides of the scroll contained some very personal information of both Twilight and Sunset. The clock ticks and ticks to the pace of the time, for every tick it inches closer to its goal. “Your highness!” The guard yells rushing in to her then bowing respectfully. “Yes, what is it?” Celestia got up and spread out her wings from the surprise entrance. “I have a projection-like scroll here from Discord. No guard has read it as it won’t reveal itself to us.” He passed the scroll to her which she then levitated the object to her and opened it. Using a special spell she revealed the contents of the projection. Watching it aimlessly until it brought life on the mini screen of the scroll. Celestia watched it careful as she saw Twilight’s room in the images. She then went from suspicious to complete shock. She is watching both Sunset and Twilight in a position that is both private and confidential. She disabled the spell and the screen disappeared. Her only question that came to mind is that how did Discord get all that footage and where was he at the time. “Guard I want a lockdown of the castle no one enters or leaves I’ll be back.” Celestia commanded, the guard salutes and rushes off to warn the rest of the guards surrounding the castle. With a large golden aura surrounding her she teleported to Twilight’s castle. -In Twilight’s Castle- Sunset was panicking and Twilight was trying to stay cool and calm. The situation right now was unknown but from how Sunset was reacting there will some kind of punishment for this. They don’t know the punishment but they didn’t want to find out either. Twilight performed the cooling off technique that Cadence has taught her. She got up and grabbed Sunset from her frantic pacing. “You have got to snap out of it Sunset Princess Celestia will not punish us. I don’t even see a reason for her to. Ponies perform acts like that all the time.” Twilight released Sunset after she took in some breath. “Twilight you don’t know my mom.” Sunset said laying on the bed. “I know her more than you Sunset.” Twilight pointed out. Sunset spread out her wings and legs on the bed trying to get comfortable. Twilight id have a point though. “You’re right, but still you don’t know what she’ll do I mean Discord sent her a projection scroll of us in a sex act.” Sunset beckoned from the bed sheets that covered her. “I’m pretty sure she doesn’t even know…” “Yes I do…” Celestia said behind her in her ear. Twilight screamed in fright and jumped onto the bed next to Sunset in surprise. Celestia was not mad but had a neutral emotion that both Sunset and Twilight couldn’t decipher. She looked like she wouldn’t punish them but yet with the neutral expression they again couldn’t tell. Sunset sat up from the bed while Twilight laid down still. “Mom what a pleasant surprise what brings you here?” Sunset asked giving an obvious nervous laugh. Celestia didn’t speak she just scanned the room for her target. She looked to the left, nothing. She looked to the right, nothing. Then she looked in front where Sunset and Twilight were analyzing not them but what surrounds them. She then noticed a figure, a small figure that was the size of a spider. It tried to escape but Celestia was much faster than the small creature. She then shot out a beam of magic at the creature which revealed itself to be Discord himself spying on them. He jumped once he was discovered and looked at Celestia with delight. “Celestia my good friend what brings you into Twilight’s Magical Castle?” Discord asks trying to play it off. “I could ask you the same thing Discord. I can’t speak for these two but I will say that spying on an alicorn is a crime in Equestria especially two alicorns.” Celestia said stomping her hoof on the crystalized floor causing a small crack to form. “Oh boo hoo Celestia you’re no fun anymore.” Discord transformed himself in Celestia and mimicked her actions. “Oh look at me I’m Princess Celestia I wear a crown and rule Equestria and sometimes don’t let anypony have any type of fun. Oh I’m so perfect that I don’t care about any other being but my own not even my own sister.” This flared up Celestia. “Discord stop this, this instance!” Celestia stomped both of her front hooves on the ground making the small crack turn into a large fracture on the floor. She charged up her horn in defense increasing the threat. “Now I’m not doing anything at all Celestia why you just cool off.” Discord snapped his fingers and snow fell on top of Celestia. Discord was laughing hard. Both Sunset and Twilight looked in horror at Celestia who was now buried in snow. Twilight went to dig her out, however she stepped back as the snow melted slowly. Revealing Celestia in a golden aura that was melting the snow with fire. Discord stopped his laughing and was shocked at the sight of this. Celestia raised her head back and charged her horn fully powered and launched a beam of magic at him about the size of her own body. This blast Discord tried to shield himself from but was hit and consumed within the beam. Screaming in pain Discord was sent out of the castle to wherever the beam ended. His scream faded and from the distance all you hear and see is an explosion about the size of Rainbow’s Sonic Rainboom. Wide-eyed to the sight of the explosion both Sunset and Twilight looked behind them to see Celestia still horn charged sitting down on the bed and released the magic that she had. Celestia gave a big sigh. “It is done.” She said Twilight sat next to her former teacher and Sunset stood there. “I didn’t know that you wielded all that power mom.” Sunset said still surprised. Celestia gave a small laugh. “Apparently you don’t know your own mother Sunset I might have to refresh your mind a little.” Twilight got up from the bed and stood next to Sunset. “So you’re not mad at us for that’ Projection’?” Sunset asked. “Why would I be mad at something natural?” Celestia said calmly. Twilight shot a small glance at Sunset who was looking away with a blush on her face. Twilight whispered in her ear which made Sunset’s right ear twitch. “I told you she won’t be mad.” Twilight whispered. Celestia got up and began to walk off. “I must get back to Canterlot. I’ll see you girls again real soon.” Celestia then teleported away leaving the two mares alone. > Chapter 15 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Twilight and Sunset were once again alone and confused. The two mares looked at each other than to the large hole in the wall and large mushroom cloud from the explosion in the distance. Twilight gave a sigh, “There is no way Discord can survive something like that. I’ll let Fluttershy know sometime this week that he’s gone.” She sat on her bed facehoofed. Sunset sat next to her and stroked her mane softly comforting her as much as possible. “I think mom can let her know about the whole situation. Plus it was for good reasons.” Sunset had a point peeping on the Daughter of Celestia and her most faithful student is considered a death sentence. Sunset gave Twilight a peck on the cheek then on the lips letting Twilight forget her train of thought about the current situation. But Twilight had other means of the solution. As if a spark ignited within her. She kissed back with full passion and the intensity of the situation began to take its toll. Sunset attempted to fight for dominance of the ‘solution’ but failed for every trial. Twilight traced the rim of Sunset’s upper lip with her tongue for permission to enter. With much delight Sunset deepened the kiss more allowing Twilight to enter in without much of a fuss. Their tongues wrestled for dominance but Sunset was the victor of that portion. Within the heat of this make out session both mares felt each other’s love for one another. As the kiss deepened more and more the loves fire burned more and more bright. Both Sunset and Twilight had a shot right there to finally explore more but Twilight parted from the kiss getting a breather from what was their best kiss yet. Sunset wanted to pursuit this but again Twilight stopped her and gave her a small peck on the lips. “Sunset let’s take this more slowly I don’t think I’m ready for something as far as we can take it now. Maybe another time. I love you with all my heart and wish to show that to you but I want to do it at a more perfect time.” Twilight said holding Sunset’s cheek in her hoof. Sunset grabbed her hoof away from her own cheek and cupped it with both of hers. “Okay Twilight I’ll wait until you’re ready. I love you too Twilight Sparkle.” Sunset embraced Twilight who then returned the embrace allowing each other to relax in each other’s hooves. -In Canterlot- The path less traveled by the victor of the small battle. Celestia stood tall on the balcony of the castle. As if knowing the exact time of our two mares embrace Celestia cast a spell which caused the sun at sunset to sparkle all over Equestria. While the sun proceeded to its daily cycle the Sun Pony went to bed while Luna remained out there controlling the moon. Though before entering the castle Celestia yelled out to Luna. “Luna I want you to investigate the ‘thing’ and make sure our two Princesses are secure and safe.” Celestia entered the castle once Luna flew off. -In Ponyville- Princess Luna flew to the Twilight’s castle. Doing an orbit around the castle she saw a hole on one of the walls. She flew inside the hole which led into Twilight’s bedroom where Luna saw her and Sunset in a loving embrace with each other in the bed covered by the sheets. Luna made a scroll appear and wrote out a request then sent it to a special guard to report to Twilight’s castle. She waited and sat on hole at the edge looking over nighttime Ponyville. Sunset tossed from the embrace and opened her eyes slightly to see that Luna was sitting at the edge of the hole. With her curiosity coming into play she got up from the bed and approached her. Luna made a small glance to the young mare then looked back. “You shouldn’t be awake Sunset Shimmer.” Sunset didn’t listen. “Just curious on why my aunt is here.” Sunset said sitting down next to her. “Your mother worries so she sent me to watch over you two just for the night and to investigate that mushroom cloud in the distance over there.” Luna pointed to the still mushroom cloud in the horizon in the nighttime sky. “I thought that it would be gone by now.” Sunset said looking at the cloud. “It’s almost gone but she wants to make sure nothing too serious happened.” Luna looked at her niece. “Well you’ll be happy to know that I have my special friend to guard you.” Luna said with a smile. Sunset widen her eyes. “You mean the Assassin Pony that mom said that was too busy to guard us.” “Yes, but you won’t notice him. He will watch over you and protect you from threats but he will remain hidden in the shadows. I won’t tell you his name but he will reveal himself to you in due time. He’s actually here but good luck finding him.” Luna said as she began to fly off. Sunset looked around the room. She didn’t bother search and just returned to the bed and held Twilight close. This has been the most ‘interesting’ of al days to Sunset. -The Next Morning- The morning Sunrise is going by its usual cycle nothing is different unless you count the gaping hole in Twilight’s castle. This hole was getting bigger and bigger by the hour but it didn’t matter to anypony. Our two lovers were laying in the bedroom where this hole resides. Both Twilight and Sunset didn’t seem to mind it while they’re sleeping. The peacefulness of the two is something that cannot seem to be disturbed by their embrace. However that was determine to fail when Flash Sentry walked in and saw the two then saw the hole. He walked up to the two mares and whispered in their ears. “Hey I understand you two are very powerful and all but if this some kind of fetish with you two then I’ll get the repair pony later.” Sunset tossed over and faced Flash half eyed “Buck you…” She tossed over back to Twilight. Flash chuckled but that was short lived as he was being levitated by a purple aura and tossed outside the hole onto the grass below. That magical source came from Twilight’s horn who was trying to go back to sleep. Sunset kissed her forehead. “Good girl.” She patted Twilight’s mane and returned to her slumber. Flash got up from the ground below and flew up and descended on the bedroom floor. He walked out of the room in annoyance. ‘Dick move Sunny.’ He thought leaving. -2 Hours Later- An alarm was sounded at exactly 9am. Time to get up and start the day with our pair. Both Sunset and Twilight got up and freshened up and walked to the kitchen. Pancakes were premade and ready to be eaten. Once they got their breakfast both mares discussed today’s schedule. “Okay so we have to deal with the CMC again at 11am then we have too…” Twilight looked to Sunset who had a horrific expression on her face. “The demonic children are coming here. Great now I need Flash to increase security.” Sunset said face-planting on the table. Twilight patted her back. “It will be okay they’re not that bad.” “You’re too nice Ms. Sparkle” Sunset said lifting her head up slightly. “It’s my duty as the Princess of Friendship.” Twilight acted punctual and stood straight and tall. “Twilight they wanted to build a physical house just like the ones here without any schematics or experience.” Sunset pointed out. “Yes, I know but we prevented them from doing anything that insane.” “Can’t we just use our Alicorn powers to make their cutie marks appear so they can stop terrorizing the town and the rest of Equestria with their ‘crusading’.” Sunset asked sitting up straight now. “I wish that was possible but you’re talking about accelerating their ages and bodies. I don’t think even Celestia can perform such a spell.” Twilight put the dishes in the sink while talking with Sunset. “I bet mom can if you ask.” Sunset said walking to the throne room. “I’m not going to ask Princess Celestia to change the girls’ ages and bodies just because it causes havoc if we just let them do whatever.” Twilight said sitting on her throne. “Okay but, if I see ponies on fire and houses turned upside down you’re taking that entire blame when mom comes over here for an explanation.” Sunset laid down in her throne seat curled up in a ball. Twilight giggled. “Noted.” She gave Sunset a quick kiss and stroked her head. “Have a nice nap.” > Chapter 16 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11am… Court time with the Cutie Mark Crusaders or what Sunset refers them to being Demonic hell-spawns. Twilight was sitting on her throne while Sunset was curled up in a fetal position on her own throne taking a nap. The three small fillies made their way inside the castle throne room surrounded by guards that Sunset had requested. Twilight rolled her eyes and released the guards. However she saw one guard on one of the celling columns then disappear when she face the guard directly. She didn’t pay mind to it as the fillies did a small bow out of respect. “Good morning Twilight!” The CMC said in unison. “Good morning girls, how are you today?” Twilight asked. “We’re doing just fine but we wanted to get your permission to do something in Ponyville.” Applebloom said pulling out a schematic. Twilight levitated the item to her and examined it. “I’m surprised that you girls have a blueprint of what you want to be done.” Twilight said. She looked to Sunset who was at peace in her dream-state but all good things have to come to an end sometime. Twilight nudged her but she only squinted but didn’t open her eyes. Annoyed by the gesture she leaned in closer to Sunset’s ear and screamed at the top of her lungs. “SUNSET SHIMMER!!!” The now startled mare jumped up then vanished teleporting away out of fright. Twilight looked at the three fillies now after Sunset disappeared. “So where were we? Ah yes your plans.” The fillies nodded. “You see we wanted to add additions to the club house we have so in case we find more crusaders we have the space. We just need your permission because the addition touches Ponyville’s border from Sweet Apple Acres.” Sweetie Belle states pointing to a map that showed the border of Ponyville currently to Sweet Apple Acres. Twilight didn’t see anything that could be destroyed or broken while they build so she came to a conclusion. “Okay I allow this girls enjoy your expansion.” The CMC all rushed Twilight into a hug which Twilight returned. They ran off to do their building. -In Sweet Apple Acres- Applejack was bucking nearby trees and collecting the apples that dropped in a basket. Everything was peaceful until Sunset teleported screaming in front of her which caused the apples she was holding to drop to the ground and Applejack to fall over on her back scared out of her mind. “What, what, what happened Sunset?” Applejack said still in a startled trance. Sunset stopped screaming then unfolded her wings in both embarrassment and anger. “TWILIGHT!” She screamed once more then teleported away leaving a now confused Applejack lying on the ground. -In Twilight’s Castle- Twilight was sitting on her throne still now bored out of her mind. The stillness was queued to never end but that was short lived when Sunset teleported in front of Twilight with nothing but anger written on her face. Twilight didn’t look in least bit of surprised. She simply gave Sunset a small kiss on the cheek then Sunset was less angry; mad but not furious. “You need to control your anger Sunset.” Twilight simply said in a calm tone that soothed Sunset to at least sit down and listen. Sunset huffed. “I don’t have an anger issue Twilight I’m just mad at the fact that you scared me all the way to Sweet Apple Acres, I think I gave Applejack a heart attack when I teleported in front of her.” “Fair enough.” Twilight said walking to her room. Sunset followed her. “What about your royal duties?” “That was all of them just meeting the CMC for some building construction.” Twilight shrugged. Sunset grabbed her face and applied pressure to her cheeks forcing them to pucker. “You let those creatures of Tartarus build in Ponyville?” With a neutral grin Twilight grabbed Sunset’s hooves in her own. “They will be fine Sunset.” Twilight said, then leaving the worried mare to her own thoughts. Twilight entered her room and laid down on her bed with Sunset standing over her. Sunset looked to corner of her eye and saw a guard in armor that didn’t match any type of guard she has seen. ‘He right there.’ She thought not wanting to alert him. ‘Yes I’m here.’ He telepathically said to sunset causing her to stay frozen while Twilight didn’t pay no mind. Sunset looked in the direction of the guard but then he was no longer there. Twilight then placed a hoof on Sunset’s. “Sunset what’s wrong you look like you’ve seen a ghost.” Twilight asked worried. “Nothing. Nothing at all. I just need to lay down for a bit.” Sunset laid on the bed and got comfortable. Twilight laid next to her and began to stroke her mane. “You can tell me what’s bothering you Sunset maybe I can help.” Twilight continued to stroke Sunset’s mane. It didn’t ease the tension as much as Twilight expected but it was a start. Sunset shifted slightly away from Twilight not looking in her direction. She wanted to sleep so she will get some sleep. Twilight sighed in defeat, she was eager to help out Sunset with her problem but Sunset was being a closed casket about it. Twilight laid next to Sunset she wasn’t tired but was trying to be more comforting to Sunset. To Sunset however she tried to telepathically communicate with the guard that Luna has sent. ‘Who are you? Did Luna send you? Why don’t you reveal yourself?’ Sunset asked telepathically. ‘So many questions with so many answers awaiting’ said the voice. ‘So you can talk.’ Sunset said back. ‘Yes, I can but I will answer some of your questions as it is my purpose to protect you.’ The voice said emphasizing more on “Protect”. ‘So you are the guard that was sent by Luna. At least tell me who you are.’ Sunset asked wanting to know more and more as the conversation continued. ‘I will tell you in due time, however I will say that I am a guard who protects without being scene, I’m part of a task force that uses the environment to my advantage. I kill when necessary, but for most situations I stun my enemies to ensure control.’ Sunset grew more suspicious hearing this. ‘So what you’re a Wonderbolt or something?’ Sunset asked the voice. The voice began to chuckle. ‘Funny, I’m not a Wonderbolt at all. Look just don’t worry about me all you need to worry about is your marefriend lying beside you moping about your issues.’ ‘But I don’t have any major issues, it’s just you that’s becoming the issue.’ Sunset argued. ‘Then talk to her about it maybe she can help you try to discover my identity.’ The voice made a good point. ‘Oh and don’t worry about Flash Sentry I’ll solve that issue for you when it’s needed.’ The voice never was heard from after that. Sunset turned over and saw Twilight moping like the voice said. She looked down as if she was depressed. Sunset planted a soft kiss on her lips to indicate that she was alright. “So I’m guessing you’re alright?” Twilight asked putting on a cheeky smile. “Yes I am, now if you will excuse me I need to go to the kitchen.” Sunset left the room leaving Twilight to do whatever she was going to do. In the hallway Flash Sentry was following her. Sunset looked behind her to see him with his sword drawn ready to attack any pony. The voice came back again but this time it was quicker with its words. ‘You want me to take care of him?’ Sunset smiled and simply said telepathically. ‘Yes please.’ Flash Sentry didn’t see it coming from the shadows of the celling columns came three darts. Flash didn’t notice so he didn’t react at all to them. One hit his neck, next one to the base of the spine, then finally to the flank where his cutie mark was. Flash stumbled a bit then fell to his side completely knocked out. Sunset was very surprised of the efficiency of this special guard. Normally Flash is very resistant to damage inflicted onto him but he was out like a light with just three darts. “Good job…” Sunset said to herself. She left the scene to the kitchen. > Chapter 17 > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the kitchen Sunset gathered some ingredients for something special for Twilight. While levitating the last item she heard a scream coming from the hallway, the source of the sound was Twilight. Sunset rushed to her aid horn charged ready to attack the intruder. When Sunset arrived to the scene she lowered her guard discovering that she was only screaming about Flash Sentry being put down by 3 darts to the neck, back, and flank. There was no sign of blood for the darts to hit anything fatal so Sunset can only assume that he was unconscious. Twilight however was hyperventilating, she was trying to wake him up but there was no response. She put her hooves on his chest and began to perform CPR (without mouth-to-mouth) but still no response. She was about to alert some nearby guards to get him to the hospital until Sunset stopped her. “He’ll be fine Twilight he’s only unconscious.” Sunset didn’t know herself if he was dead or not but again there was no trace of blood so she kept the conclusion in her mind. Twilight looked at her as if she saw a ghost. “H-h-how do you know this? *gasp* Did you do this Sunset? Oh sweet Celestia why, why, why, why!” Twilight was too distracted by her own sadness to even try to harm Sunset she just threw soft blows to her backside that really did no superficial damage that Twilight can normally cause with her magic. To Sunset this was like being hit with a boxing glove without any force applied to it. She grabbed Twilight’s hooves into her own. Twilight attempted to resist but Sunset wouldn’t allow it, she had a grip that was just strong enough for Twilight to be held and passionate enough to calm her down to an extent. “Twilight, my love, you don’t need to worry I will explain everything to you if you just give me a chance to do so.” Sunset gave her a small kiss on the cheek to ensure that she was safe and was in no danger of being harmed in any way, shape or form. Twilight gave her a light hug and nuzzled Sunset’s neck as a sign of forgiveness. “Okay let’s talk in the throne room.” Twilight said with not very much audibility. Sunset got up and motioned Twilight to follow her. With some small restraint Twilight followed her marefriend to the throne room. Once inside the throne room, Twilight sat in her seat while Sunset stood next to her. Twilight was waiting for the explanation patiently. Sunset was trying to find the words to perfectly summarize what is happening but each result in her head didn’t play out well so she began from the beginning of it all. Sunset gave a small sigh, “Okay let’s start from the beginning of it all… So Twilight you remember that make out session we had recently?” Twilight’s cheeks burned a fire red but nodded recalling the events. Sunset continued, “Good, so when we both went to sleep Princess Luna was sitting on the edge of the what was known as the hole in your bedroom-“ “Our bedroom…” Twilight said more clearly. She paused for a second, never Sunset heard her say that it was their bedroom. But she proceeded with the explanation. “Our bedroom. She was observing the explosion that Celestia has caused that I think killed Discord. Anyways, when I woke up she told me that a guard has been sent to us to protect us-“ “We already have a guard Sunset.” Twilight interjected. “I was getting to that Twily. Luna said that this guard will never reveal himself but he will watch over us. He can communicate telepathically because I had a conversation with him while you were trying to help me with my issues but the only issue I had was the conversation.” Twilight looked around to try to find the guard but no luck. Sunset continued on watching her look around her surroundings. “He will always be hidden he uses the terrain and environment to his advantage which allows him to blend in so well. He is very mindful about us so he’ll ask before proceeding-“ “But that doesn’t explain what happened to Flash.” Twilight argued. Sunset got annoyed a little. “Allow me to finish Twilight please. Anyways, Flash Sentry was escorting me to the kitchen well not escorting but follow me with his sword drawn to attack anyone that opposed as a threat per usual as a guard is supposed to. But I didn’t want that so he asked me if he could ‘take care’ of Flash. I said yes and Flash was hit with 3 darts; one to the neck, one to the base of the spine, and one to the flank right where his cutie mark stood.” Twilight was still looking around aimlessly looking for the guard, but still no luck. Sunset cupped her cheek in her hoof completely stopping her from her search. “I wouldn’t keep searching my love he won’t show himself.” Twilight showed off a look of disappointment, she was very eager to find the guard in the shadows but she’ll have to try again later. However Sunset wanted Twilight to lose all complete sense of the situation, she planted a passionate kiss on her lips going deeper with every second. To Twilight and Sunset it was like sparks crackling within their minds sending off wave after wave of pleasure. This was short lived until Sunset heard a voice in her head, it was the guard’s. ‘Sunset I just wanted to ask you-‘ The voice stopped for a second then continued. ‘Should I come back later to ask you something or is this a good time.’ The guard asked not wanting to ruin the moment the two mares had. Sunset parted away from Twilight letting her breathe. ‘You just came early. Now what is it?’ The guard laughed telepathically. ‘So mis-contrived. Anyways Sunset, I hit Flash Sentry with paralyzing darts he’s only down for about an hour or two, give or take of how much he’s resisting. The more he resists the more it lasts so I say about 3-4 hours until he’s good to go.’ The voice then faded away. “Did he speak to you Sunset?” Twilight asked looking more worried than happy. “Yeah, he did. He said that Flash will be okay he’s just paralyzed for a few hours.” Sunset sat down next to her. They both looked off into the shining sunlight that reflected the castle walls, the beams of light seemed to perform their own dance as they bounded off each wall. It was a sight to behold. Sunset got up from her side of the seat and went to the hallway to check on Flash Sentry. When Sunset arrived to the scene again she saw that Flash was starting to regain some feeling back. Trying to lean against the wall he managed to pull out the darts that were paralyzing him. Sunset keeled down and sat next to him. He tried to look in his direction but his body refused. “I… t-t-t-t-took… a hit huh?” He gave out a very weak laugh. Sunset smiled and patted his back. “You sure did Flash, now you know who’s the other guard here huh?” He nodded slowly. “Yeah he’s really something to do that, really talented at work. Just leave me here I’ll be fine he said I’ll be in good shape in no time.” Sunset giggled, “Okay enjoy your numbness.” “Enjoy your bookworm.” Flash retorted back. Sunset couldn’t help but smile as she left him there. Flash Sentry began to lay on his side until his feeling returned. Sunset however went back to the throne room back to Twilight enjoying their daily life as it went on its normal cycle. For what was going to happen will dramatically change the balance of not just their life but the rest of Equestria.