Episode 12: Princess Tiger Lily of Florandelle

It has been a few days since Florandelle has been brought back to life, thanks to Tiger Lily. All the Florandian ponies are working on restoring their homes and shops. Twilight and the others decide to stay in Florandelle to help out. Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy, help the pegasus and unicorns of Florandelle with the weather, especially bring rain to the city.

Rainbow sighs, "Phew! I never had to bring so much rain clouds in my life."

"Yes, but the plants and flowers here need water to make sure they stay healthy and strong," Fluttershy says with a smile.

"I know. I can't wait until tomorrow. It's going to be a huge party," Rainbow says.

Fluttershy giggles, "I agree. Pinkie is already having a party decorated in the village square."

In the village square of Florandelle, Pinkie Pie brings out her party cannon and fire to the trees and bushes. Streamers, confetti, and balloons are flying across the area. Even some of the houses have some party decorations. Applejack, Rarity, Suri, and Trixie are helping set up the tables.

Trixie and Rarity use their magic to set the table cloth and set up other decoration all over for the celebration.

"There. I think it look fabulous," Rarity says.

"I have to agree. It does look nice. I'm glad I am able to put off my magic show here. Everypony will watch in awe as they watch… The Great… and Powerful… TRIXIE!" Trixie announces.

Suri giggles, "I wait until tomorrow to start performing your amazing feats. The Coronation and party isn't until tomorrow."

"whoever thought that Tiger Lily will soon rule this place," Applejack says.

"Indeed. I still remember how she found her way to my boutique. She was very timid at first, but now she feels more open up to everypony, including other creatures," Rarity says.

"You can say that again," Applejack says.

Trxiei asks, "Where is Tiger Lily right now. I'm hoping to show her some of my tricks before the show tomorrow."

"I think she's at the castle with Twilight, Starlight, and the princesses. I'm sure they want to be sure Tiger Lily doesn't get cold feet," Applejack says.

In the castle ballroom, Tiger Lily is sitting by the window looking at the view. She sighs with a calm smile, but also show some concern.

"I can't believe it's going to be tomorrow. I will officially rule over Florandelle. Everypony will be counting on me," Tiger Lily says, showing concern.

Suddenly, she hears someone says, "Tiger Lily."

Tiger Lily turns around to see Twilight and Starlight Glimmer.

"Hi Twilight. Hi Starlight. What are you doing?" Tiger Lily replies.

Twilight giggles, "Looking for you, and Starlight and I brought someone who's been eager to see her."

Starlight then shows the baby light blue and white color dragon. Seeing the baby dragon makes Tiger Lily very happy.

"Snowdrop!" Tiger Lily happily say.

Tiger Lily picks up Snowdrop with her hooves and gives her a hug. She then holds the baby dragon in one hoof and tickling her stomach on the other. The baby dragon soon giggles with a smile on her face.

"I'm so glad to see you sweetie. I miss you," Tiger Lily says with glee.

The baby dragon makes baby sounds as she moves her arms and legs. She then sneeze a little and powdery snow comes out. The mares soon begin laughing. Walking to the three are Maple Leaf accompanied by a stallion and a mare.

The stallion is a yellow unicorn with bright green mane and tail, and gold eyes. His cutie mark is are two gold fishes. The second is a unicorn mare has hot pink fur, purple eyes, and light pink and bright pink mane in a ponytail and tail. Her cutie mark is a cherry blossom tree.

The unicorn says, "Princess, the nursery and your bedroom is ready."

"Thank you. Cherry Blossom, right?" Tiger Lily, blushing a little.

"That's right," The mare says.

Maple walks to the baby dragon, "This is your baby snow dragon?"

"Yes Maple. This is snowdrop," Tiger Lily says.

"Aww! She's so cute! I hope we can be good friends," Maple happily says.

The baby coos as she touches her dragon hands on Maple Leaf's muzzle. The group of ponies begin laughing with smiles on their faces.

Tiger Lily turns to the three Florandians, "So Maple, how is the restoration gonna. Reconstruction, renovations, stuff like that."

The stallion says, "The renovations is doing successfully. We should have the homes, stores, and attractions finish by tomorrow."

"Thank you, Catcher," Tiger Lily says.

Just then, Snowdrop begins to cry a little.

Tiger Lily then rocks Snowdrop, "There there sweetie. Hmm, I think she's hungry."

"Can I get her some milk?" Maple asks.

"Sure," Tiger Lily says.

Starlight volunteers, "I can give you a hoof."

"Thank you," Maple says.

Sometime later, the group of ponies walk into the village to see most of the pony's home have been restored Many of them are building either on the ground, in the trees, or are the trees. Some of the houses are also near a large lake and rivers. Many of the ponies use their magic to make the flowers grow or create fire, water, air, and earth to help with the construction. Tiger Lily and the others reach Applejack and the girls. Princess Celestia and Princess Luna are with them.

"Hello everypony," Tiger Lily happily says.

The girls gather around, saying hello and give them a hug.

"So Lily, excited that you're actually going to rule your own kingdom," Rainbow replies.

Tiger Lily blushes, "I am a little excited, but to be honest, I'm really nervous about it."

"Your nervouscited!" Pinkie cheers.

Confused, Trixie asks, "Is that even a word."

"It's Pinkie Pie, we're talking about. She always make words like that," Rainbow says.

"I just hope I do a good job to help everyone in the kingdom. I never expected this to happen," Tiger Lily says.

Twilight smiles, "It's okay Tiger Lily. I completely understand."

"How so?" Maple asks.

"Well, I wasn't always a princess. When I became a princess, I was excited, but was also nervous too. I learned that being a princess also comes with responsibility and everypony will be counting on you. However, as long as I have my friends, I will be able to get through it. I'm sure you'll make friends here and they'll help you when you need them," Twilight says.

Just then, Maple gives Tiger Lily a snuggle. Tiger Lily smiles down at her.

"Like Maple Leaf. She's been helping us out since we found her," Tiger Lily says.

"Thanks Twilight," Tiger Lily says.

Then Twilight says, "And you can send me and the others letters on everything you learn."

"Thank you Twilight. I'll be sure to write to you all everyday…" Twilight happily says.

Starlight giggles, "Maybe not everyday, but when you have the time to write."

"Okay," Tiger Lily says.

Pinkie happily says, "It's a good thing too. I made sure to invite everypony. Many ponies have already checked yes."

"Um, how many are going to the party?" Tiger Lily asks.

"A lot!" Pinkie screams in excitement.

"A lot?" Fluttershy says, confused.

"Yes. There's Cadence, Shining Armor, and Fluttery Heart. Not to mention Sunburst. There are also Thorax and the Changelings. Ember and some of the dragons. Tiger Lily's relatives from her dad's side. All our families, including the ponies of Ponyville, yaks, the Wonderbotls, Discord, The Cakes, and so much more…" Pinkie lists off, holding along list.

The gang are surprised to see Pinkie has written a long list and many pony, including Tiger Lily's friends are going.

Pinkie then hops away, "I'll be starting baking a lot of cakes and desserts if you need me. And before I forget, a few of them are coming over today so watch over the sky."

Pinkie continues to hop away as she sings, "La la la la la la!"

Tiger Lily says, "Something tells me, we're going to need a lot more chairs and room."

"You can say that again," Tiger Lily.

Starlight giggles, "Even your boyfriend is coming."

Tiger Lily blushes that her face turns red. Then collapses to the ground and passes out.

"Uh Tiger Lily? Lily?" Starlight says, confused.

Maple asks, "Is she sick?"

"She's sick alright, but she has a bit of a case of love sickness," Starlight says.

Maple blink her eyes, confused.

"You'll understand when you're older," Starlight says. Then sheepishly smiles.

Sometime later and Tiger Lily has awaken from her unconsciousness. She apologizes to the girls and the others about what happened, but they're cool now. Right now, they all look up at the sky to see a crystal chariot attached to two crystal Pegasus wearing crystal armor flying down to them. In the chariot are the two crystal rules, the baby alicorn, and a friend of Starlight.

Twilight happily says, "Look. There they are."

The watch at the chariot descends to the ground. Once safely landed, Cadence, holding Flurry Heart, Shining Armor, and Sunburst walk off and head to the others.

Twilight happily hurry over, "Shining Armor! Cadence!"

"Twily," Shining Armor happily says.

The two siblings hurry to each her and hug each other with glee.

"It's great to see you little sis," Shining Armor says.

"You too, BBBFF," Twilight says.

Twilight walks over and happily says, "Twilight."

"Cadence," Twilight says with a smile.

They both give each other a hug and do their special dance, "Sunshine, sunshine, ladybugs awake. Clap your hooves and do a little shake."

They both giggle with glee. Even the baby in the carrier giggle with glee.

"Hi Flurry Heart, how is my favorite niece?" Twilight asks with a squeak.

Flurry Heart giggles and grabs Twilight's muzzle with her little hooves.

Tiger Lily walks over with a smile. Hello Cadence. Hi Shining Armor."

Then leans to the baby, "Hi Flurry Heart. You remember me, Tiger Lily."

Flurry Heart giggles and flies off the carrier and onto the grown alicorn's back.

Rainbow chuckles, "She remembers."

"Aww. She's so cute," Maple Leaf happily says.

Flurry Heart giggles as she flaps her wings, and everypony begin laughing with glee.

"I'm really glad that we're able to come. Many of the Crystal Ponies won't be here till tomorrow," Cadence says.

Tiger Lily blush, "Um yeah. I'm still a little nervous."

"Don't worry, I remember when I became a princess. That happened a long time ago," Cadence says.

"What was it like?" Tiger Lily asks.

"It was the happiest day in my life, and also the most nervous day. I remember when I was crowned the official princess of the Crystal Empire. I understand how nervous it is, but you have to remember that everypony in empire is counting on me to help as best as I can. I'm sure you'll do a good job as long as you know what you think it's right," Cadence says.

"Okay," Tiger Lily says.

Suddenly, she hears someone calling out, "Tiger Lily!"

Tiger Lily turns around to see Thorax, ruler of the changelings along with some of the Changelings flying down to the ground.

Tiger Lily blushes and says, "Thorax!"

Tiger Lily hurries over as Thorax and the Changelings land on the ground. Thorax lands in front of Tiger Lily with his cheeks turning a little red.

"Hi Tiger Lily," Thorax says, blushing.

Tiger Lily blushes back, "Hi Thorax. How was the trip?"

"The trip was fine, but we did get a little lost. I'm well, very happy for you when Pinkie sent the invite. How do you feel about ruling your own kingdom?" Thorax says.

"I am excited, but nervous too. I always love nature with all the plants, flowers, trees, and animal life. I… I never thought I would become a princess. Anyway, I'm glad you were able to make it," Tiger Lily says.

"Me too," Thorax says.

The two lovers continue to talk to each other as their cheeks turn red. The girls can't help but giggle to see the romance the two have. An Alicorn and a Changeling is a usual pair, but it's very sweet. Some of the Florandians see Tiger Lily and Thorax and start talking and whispering about it.

A young filly whispers to her dad, "She's going to marry that pony, huh papa."

"Perhaps. Who knows," The stallion says.

Pinkie says, "Come on, let's get something to eat. I'm hungry."

The others soon begin laughing with smiles on their faces.

In the castle dining room, they are having dinner at a long table, each of the ponies and others are sitting and eating. Flurry Heart and Snowdrop are sitting on high chairs as their parent/guardian are feeding them. Spike is able to come as well and sits next to Twilight.

"I can't wait for the coronation tomorrow!" Rainbow cheers

"I think everypony in Forandelle are all excited. They haven't had a new ruler in thousands of years," Applejack says.

Twilight confirms, "Applejack's right. They need a ruler to help bring life to the world and to the kingdom. Also help handle the responsibility."

"Um, yeah. But now I'm terrified," Tiger Lily says.

"Don't worry, I know your nervous, but it's going to take some time for you to get used to being a royal princess," Twilight says.

"I know," Tiger Lily says.

Then turns to Thorax, "So how is ruling the Changeling Kingdom."

"Ruling the Changeling Kingdom has its ups and downs, but I've been able to manage," Thorax says.

"I'm glad to hear," Tiger Lily says.

"Me too. We haven't seen you since the award ceremony," Spike says. He then tosses a gemstone into his mouth and eats it.

Rarity says, "On that note, Suri and I have made you a very nice dress. We even made one for cute little snowdrop. Of course, we need to be sure no gems are on it, so she doesn't try to eat them," Rarity says.

Suri giggles, "I remember you telling me that Spike did the same thing when you made him an outfit with gems."

"That was only one time," Spike pouts with his arms crossed.

"And thanks for the Florandians, we made more than enough for anypony who is going to be at the coronation," Applejack says.

"Yeah. Even the Yaks are coming, especially Prince Rutherford," Pinkie says.

"I think I remember him. We meet each other during the retreat Celestia took us on. He and the Yaks are very nice, but I did used to get startled when he raised his voice close to us," Tiger Lily says.

Pinkie giggles, "Yeah. you were a bit jumpy back then."

"But you made great progress. Now you are able to talk to all sorts of ponies and creatures," Fluttershy says.

Suri then leans to Tiger Lily, "So Lily, when do you think you and Thorax are ready to tie the knot?"

"Huh?" Thorax and Tiger Lily reply confused.

Suri grins, "Oh you know. When you both are officially going to officially be together forever."

Tiger Lily and Thorax begin to understand what Suri, and their faces begin to turn red. The girls are surprised to see how red their faces are.

Just then, an earth pony stallion walks in. He has bright orange fur with red and yellow striped mane and tail, and green eyes. His cutie mark is a pumpkin.

He calls out, "Princess Tiger Lily. Ponies are here to see you."

The ponies begin to walk into the dinning room, making Tiger Lily very happy. It's her grandparents and uncles from her father's side of the family. Woolen Yarn, Earth Plow, Lighting Strike, and Rain Storm.

"Grandmother! Grandfather! Uncle Plow! Uncle Lighting! I didn't know you were coming," Tiger Lily says, running to them for a group hug.

They gather together and join in the group hug.

"Well, you don't think we'll miss our niece's coronation," Earth Plow says.

Woolen Yarn hugs her, "We missed you dear. You sure have grown. And this place is beautiful."

"I'm glad you like it. Apparently, this is where I'm going to live," Tiger Lily says, blush.

"Looks amazing, but it does look like it can get lonely here. Glad we decided to bring our suitcases," Lighting Strike says.

Lighting Strike and Earth Plow bring out the suitcase.

"Wow! That's a lot of suitcases," Rainbow says.

"But, what about your farm?" Tiger Lily asks.

"Actually, we just moved say just yesterday," Woolen Yarn says.

"At first. We wanted to move to Ponyville to be close to you, but since we got the invite, we thought it would be nice to live in Florandelle with you. If you don't mind," Rain Storm says.

Tiger Lily smiles, "I don't mind at all. I love it if you live right here in the castle. I can have a garden set up and we can go on hikes, and picks fruits, vegetables, and berries and such."

Earth Plow laughs, "Slow down girl, first you have a celebration to do."

"Right. I'm really happy that I'll have you living with me," Tiger Lily says.

Starlight hugs Tiger Lily, "I'm happy"

"And you must be Starlight. It's a pleasure to meet you. Nice to have another relative in the family." Lighting says.

"Tiger Lily told us everything and we're glad to meet you," Earth Plow says.

"Will you be living with us too?" Woolen Yarn asks.

"Actually. I'll be staying with Twilight in Ponyville, but I'll do my best to visit," Starlight says.

Pinkie cheers, "Sounds like we're going to have a Super Spectacular Funerific Party!" Pinkie cheers.

Soon, everyone begins giggling.

"My, that Pink friend has a lot of energy," Woolen Yarn says.

Soon the ponies begin laughing.

"Well, it's best we all head to sleep. We have a big day tomorrow," Celestia says.

"Yeah. I'm tired myself," Rainbow says.

Everypony in the room say goodnight to each other and head off into their rooms. Late in the night, Tiger Lily looks out the window to see the moon glowing and the stars sparkling.

"Tomorrow's the big day. I just hope I can handle being princess in Florandelle. I don't want to get cold feet. I need to remember, as long as my friends and family in Florandelle are here, everything will be fine," Tiger Lily says.

Tiger Lily tucks in for the night and sleeps as Snowdrops sleeps in the nursery next door. Unknown to Tiger Lily, a pair of eyes open and stares at her. The being walks into the moonlight to reveal the feline that has appeared in the Garden of Water Lily. He walks over and places a flower crown that is made of flower gems and vines from the garden.

He then says, "Have a goodnight princess. I shall watch your coronation tomorrow. The animals from the garden and myself wish you luck on ruling Florandelle."

The cat creature hope out the window and climb down the rope on the balcony. He is able to release the rope from the railing and leaves off into the night.

The next day, everypony and creatures are gathered in the throne room of Florandelle's castle. Celestia, Luna, Cadence, Shining Armor, Twilight, and the girls are at the front and stands between the throne. The throne is now covered in beautiful flowers. All the ponies and creatures, and especially the ponies of Florandelle gathered far and wide to see the new princess being crowned.

Princess Celestia announces, "We have gathered here today to celebrate a momentous occasion! A young alicorn, Tiger Lily, has done many important things since she came to Ponyville and come across many challenges living with her fellow ponies! She and her friends even saved Equestria from an ancient evil! But today, Tiger Lily along with her friends have done something extraordinary! She brought back life Florandelle and its ponies! With the three artifacts, prove without a doubt that she is ready to be crowned Florandelle's new ruler and Equestria's newest princess!"

"Fillies and gentlecolts! May I present… Princess Tiger Lily of Florandelle," Celestia announces.

The doors open and Tiger Lily walks down the aisle wearing an elegant light green dress with flowers: roses, carnations, babies breaths, and such. White doves flying right behind her. Tiger Lily wears the special flower crown that she has found on her desk. The ponies sing a beautiful melody as Tiger Lily is walking down the aisle.

Tiger Lily reaches the front of the throne and look to see her friends giving her cheerful smiles. Princess Celestia brings out a gold tiara with a white and orange gem that resembles her cutie mark. She then places it on Tiger Lily's head. Tiger Lily turns her head to the ponies to see her cheering.

Tiger Lily blushes a little and waves to the ponies. She also sees her friends and family in the crowd who are happy for her. Tiger Lily then notices a brown cat standing close to the entrance and in the shadow. He simply smiles and gives Tiger Lily a soft bow. Tiger Lily again and continues to save to her ponies, friends, and family. Of course, being the Princess of Florandelle is only just beginning.

Unknown to everyone, Gummy is still possessed by the Lich's evil, dark magic. He watches Tiger Lily being crowned the ponies and creatures cheer for her with an evil look.