Wow. Ok. I'm back.
Welcome to the new Royals and Commoners! A few things before you read:
This takes place a good number of years after the series. I don't know how many.
This is an old story I started but never finished. I promise I will finish this. You can hold me to that.
Any questions you have will be answered; you only need to ask.
This story will remain mostly the same as the last time, but better.
And with that, on with the show!
"How do y'all think it's going?" Applejack asked, resting her head on the edge of the loft in the town library. She was lying next to a pacing Rarity, who was nervously combing her hair. "MAYBE SHE FORGOT ABOUT US!" Pinkie called from the bottom level. She was frantically looking out all of the windows, in hope that Twilight would be there.
Instead, Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy floated down and entered the room. "Pinkie, she won't be back until after lunch. Calm down so we can eat. I brought the food." She put down her saddlebags and she and Fluttershy began to unload the food. Applejack revealed a basket from behind her and removed some plates. They ate in silence.
That morning, Princess Celestia had sent a carriage to Twilight, requesting her immediate presence. She had gone alone, leaving her friends to wonder what was so important. There had been no word from her, so Spike arranged for them to have lunch in the library so they could wait for Twilight. They were all, of course very worried.
(Earlier that morning)
Twilight relaxed into the wall of the chariot. All the stallions pulling the chariot could tell her was, "Her life would be changed forever." That worried her.
As the ride was very long to Canterlot, she had time to think. Her mind finally settled on her friends.
The last time her life had been changed, she made the best friends she had ever had. They had all grown so much over the many years she had lived in Ponyville.
Rainbow Dash had slimmed out; her muscles had developed so that she was toned, but not bulky. Her hair had grown out a bit as well.
Fluttershy had grown in every way; she was no longer awkward and thin; she was a graceful, lithe, happy pony with her head, and heart, in the right place.
Rarity had matured considerably; she had grown out of her more shallow ways and become a true mare.
Pinkie Pie had changed the least; her mane had grown a bit darker, but overall she was the same, lovable Pinkie Pie.
Applejack had become very responsible. She, like Rainbow Dash, had become more muscular. She had risen to the responsibility of running Sweet Apple Acres, since Granny Smith had become very ill. Her old age had caught up with her.
A familiar feeling hit her; she could feel the magic crackling in the air. She got up just to see Canterlot coming up of the horizon. She shivered and readied herself to see Celestia.
Twilight strode nervously into the meeting room. The two princesses looked down on her from their respective thrones.
"Twilight Sparkle, welcome." Luna sounded almost mournful. Twilight got a bad feeling.
"My dearest Twilight, do you trust me?" Twilight was shocked at Celestia's inquiry. "Of course, Princess." She answered. Celestia looked her dead in the eye. "Twilight, we need to take you studies to the next level. You have a very important task to fulfill. It will take many years, and it will be a lot of work, but I'm confident you can do it."
Twilight was confused. "Princess, I understand, but why was this so urgent?" Celestia sighed. "I was hoping you wouldn't ask that."
"Twilight, I have ruled for many thousands of years. I am growing weary. I need to rest. I need for somepony to take my place. You, Twilight. Only you can replace me. "
All the air left Twilight's lungs. Her? A… Princess?
"But-" Celestia interrupted her before she could finish her question. "Your questions will be answered in time. But now, you will go back to Ponyville. I want you and your friends all to be back in two days."
"Princess-"
"Twilight." Celestia said sternly. Twilight was silent. "I know this is a shock. I know you have many questions. But now is not the time. Go, and follow my orders. I will see you soon." With that, Celestia left the throne room.
Luna spoke up for the second time. "Forgive her tone, Twilight. She is under a lot of stress. Just do as she says, you'll be fine." She said before escorting Twilight to her chariot in silence.
So? What did ya think?
I am VERY open to constructive criticism, but please don't flame me. :)
This is just a short opening chapter; the rest of the story will be filled with longer chapters.
Please, review and tell me what you thought!
Enjoy!