This story is a sequel to A Clandestine Practice

It has been several months since Clandestine has adopted a new outlook on life. Her friends treat her well and life is pleasant in Ponyville. But she's a soldier, and she hungers for some excitement. Pretty soon, her wishes are granted. Princess Celestia requests her to lead a team of her best soldiers into an ancient alicorn tomb. Now her resolve will be tested as she hunts for an ancient artefact at the head of a crack team of Equestria's finest, with her least favourite member of royalty in tow. Can she bury the hatchet and help Princess Celestia recover the Equine Seed? Maybe she will even teach the Princess a thing or two along the way?

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Okay, so. This is the second story in the Clandestine series. It was actually quite a bit of fun writing this but it has caused a bit of trepidation as well. Suffice to say lessons have been learnt from the previous story. It's a little less 'done before' I think than the prequel. But still, this remains as ever an experiment with style.

At any rate, I hope you enjoy. Thanks for your interest.

Clandestine is a soldier, one of the best. She's had a hard life and has finally snapped. Shining Armour has put her on 'extended leave' from the royal guard which she isn't too happy about. Unhappy and confused she makes her way to Ponyville where Twilight picks her up at the station and offers her help. Clandestine almost rejects her assistance but since she doesn't have anywhere to stay, accepts. Shortly afterwards, events take a turn for the worst in Ponyville and Clandestine's skills are needed once again. Can these two ponies save each other from their respective fates?

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Told from Clandestine's perspective using her as a narrator as if she's telling you the story over a fireside. It's an interesting style I'm experimenting with and overall, I'd like to know if that works more than anything else.

Thanks for your interest.