The Mane Six were gathered in the Canterlot donut shop and seated at a table with the three original bridesmaids, Twinkleshine, Minuette, and Lyra Heartstrings. The purpose of this meeting was to set a few things right.

"And that's everythin'," Applejack finished a speech with an apologetic expression on her face. All the other members of her group shared the same expression.

"We should've thought to talk to you before blindly accepting the bridesmaids' positions from that horrible imposter," an ashamed Fluttershy said.

"I hope you can eventually find it in your hearts to forgive us, darlings," Rarity added.

"Don't worry, all is forgiven," Minuette assured them. Twinkleshine and Lyra both smiled and nodded their heads in agreement. "We're sorry for supporting that insane liar."

"Why did Chrysalis replace you three with us during the wedding preparations?" a confused Rainbow Dash asked.

"Probably so she could further manipulate and use us for her terrible schemes," Rarity said ashamed.

"That wasn't the only reason," Twinkleshine said.

"You think Twilight was the only filly Cadance foalsat?" Lyra asked with a sly grin.

"Oooooooh! I get it," Pinkie Pie said putting it all together and glancing over at Twilight. "Guess you weren't the only one suspicious of the bride after all."

"Anyway, we wanted to patch things up with y'all," AJ said.

"We would like you three to be the bridesmaids again for the real upcoming wedding," Rarity added.

"It was yours to begin with," Rainbow said.

"Consider it an apology gift," Pinkie concluded.

The three mares were surprised and touched by the Five's gesture. They thought for a moment about how to respond. Then all three of them exchanged smiles to one another silently agreeing on something.

"We appreciate what you're doing for us," Minuette spoke. "But I think our doctor said that we should take it easy for a while after what happened to us during the changeling invasion."

"Yeah, we're still recovering from Chrysalis putting those mind control spells on us and probably won't be able to fill the bridesmaids' roles," Lyra added.

"We were hoping there were some ponies who would be kind enough to fill the roles," Twinkleshine said slyly. "Perhaps some ponies who've saved all of Equestria recently. Maybe some ponies whom Twilight Sparkle trusts."

The Mane Six knew what the three mares were trying to do.

"We know what you're trying to do," Rainbow said.

"Princess Cadance specifically asked you three to be her bridesmaids," Rarity insisted. "I'm sure she wouldn't want it any other way. Right, Twilight?"

"I don't know," Twilight replied with false confusion. "If it's okay with the bridesmaids, I'm sure she won't mind."

"But Twilight…" Applejack said. She and the rest of the Five were confused. "How can you be sure?"

"Let's just say Twilight has a sixth sense for these things," Cadance suddenly appeared smiling and dressed in her royal garments much to the surprise of the confused Five.

"But Princess…" Fluttershy politely tried to decline.

"Girls, I've watched all of you this past week," Cadance heartfully explained. "I've watched you stumble and pick yourselves back up. I've watched you repair your relationship with Twilight, and now I see it is stronger than ever. Lyra, Twinkleshine, and Minuette will be at the wedding in the front row of the audience watching everything. So you don't need to worry about them." The Five still looked unsure. "I think it'll make Twilight very happy for you all to be right up there with her at the altar when it happens."

The Five turned their attention to their best friend who wore an eager smile on her face that begged 'go on'. The other three mares all had very similar expressions. After a moment of thinking amongst themselves, the Five finally nodded to each other in agreement and looked at everypony with happy and confident smiles.

"Alright, if you all say so," Rainbow Dash said causing Cadance, Twilight, and the original bridesmaids to cheer with excitement.

"Now where are those hors d'eourvres?" Cadance asked AJ excitedly. "I've heard about them from Twilight and I've been itching to try them.

The cowpony couldn't help but give a warm smile.

Shortly after the battle of Ponyville, the heroes had returned to Canterlot to straighten everything out. Emperor Tiber Septim, his brother Agnorith Septim the Imperial Legion army, and the armies from their bases by the three councils followed were following right behind the heroes to Canterlot. The citizens of Canterlot were surprised and amazed to see a lot of humans, elves, and beastfolk in brown armor and gray armor coming with the heroes. Celestia reassured them that they were here for the negotiations. Celestia ordered the ponies to leave the throne room while she and the heroes have a meeting with the Emperor, and his brother. After about several hours of negotiations, an Armistice was signed (similar to the one signed in Morrowind but have a little different terms) and they have reached an agreement.

Equestria's Terms

These were generally of cultural and religious nature and are as follows:

1. Allowing the ponies to define and preserve their own laws and customs:
2. Local Equestrian guards and the Equestrian Law
3. Equestrian Religious practices are recognized as a faith by the Empire
4. Outlawing of Neo-Jewelius (punishable by death, life, or a number of years depending on how serious it can be)
5. Great Equestrians are given control over most local government functions

Empire's Terms

These were generally of economic and military nature and are as follows:

1. Equestria is ruled by a figurehead King or Queen, chosen directly by the Emperor or Empress
2. The Empire is allowed to have a constant military presence in Equestria (including manned forts)
3. Mages Guild is given monopoly on all public magical services
4. An Imperial charter is needed to deal with ore in the Diamond dogs mines and Equestrian artifacts
5. With the exception of Equestrian Law, Equestria is governed under Imperial Law

After the negotiations were over, the Emperor, his son, his brother, their Legions, and the three armies from their bases, including Flawless Glow and Kagrenac II are invited to a wedding, and were given special jobs for the preparations and the ceremony. Shackle, Hildread, and Vivian confessed to their involvement in Jewelius's schemes. With Jewelius's corruption revealed and a very heartfelt apology speech by Celestia, Shining Armor, and the Mane Six the citizens of Canterlot welcomed them all back with open hooves and even offered a few apologies of their own for their support to the usurper. Hildread, Vivian, and other supporters of Jewelius received a 3 year imprisonment in the dungeons of Canterlot, Shackle felt so guilty for her part that she turned herself in and pleaded her case, and promised that she would be a better and wiser pony after she served her time, which is shortened to 2 years. As for the Royal Guards, the ones they were released by Jewelius were fired and put back into prison for life. A memorial for those purged by Jewelius and one who was thrown out of the throne room window was held. The alicorns and one human were reinstated as the rulers of Canterlot, Shining Armor got his title of Captain of the Guard, and everypony was getting ready for the royal wedding that should've happened a week ago. Now that she and her brother had reconciled, Twilight Sparkle was given her rightful and well-deserved position as the groom's best mare. Now that all that was taken care of, it finally time to get the real wedding under way. Twilight Sparkle, Princess Cadance, Tiber Septim, and Agnorith Septim had overseen the preparations personally, from Applejack's baked goods to Pinkie Pie's reception party, and she really loved what she had seen. Twilight's friends noticed an extremely significant difference in her behavior compared to the imposter's, which made them feel even more ashamed for not listening to her. But after a few more heartfelt apologies, their friendship was stronger than ever.

As for Sapphire Glow, she was able to go to the wedding although she was traumatized by the Jewelius's threat.

That day, the wedding hall was full of guests all eager to witness the real union between Shining Armor and Cadence, and hopefully without anymore interruptions. Princess Celestia stood up on the alter ready to marry the bride and groom while Princess Luna sat happily in the front row of the audience. Emperor Tiber Septim stood next to Princess Celestia waiting to give the blessings of the Divines to the mane six, spike and Cadence after Celestia gives the rings to the bride and groom's horns. Agnorith Septim stood next to Tiber Septim. Prince Shor stood next to Celestia. The Imperial Legion soldiers and the council soldiers stood across, facing each other on each side of the pathway leading up to the alter and Kagrenac II stood at the front of the crowd who will command the soldiers. Flawless Glow was also at the alter, waiting to be rewarded for her bravely. Sapphire Glow and her father, Garnet Glow sat next to Princess Luna.

"Present, swords!" Kagrenac II yelled with command. The soldiers drew their swords. The song that was sung in Ponyville hours before plays and the hall doors swing open and the Cutie Mark Crusaders serving as flower fillies came prancing in and tossing flower peddles along the way. The real Cadence followed behind them.

"Seriously, though," Twilight whispered to her brother. "I get why the queen of the changelings wanted to be with you, but how did you get someone as amazing as cadence to marry you?" "I told her she won't just be gaining a husband," Shining answered. "She'd be getting a pretty great sister too."

As the CMC's reached the bottom of the stairs, Kagrenac II signals the CMC's to come and stand next to him. Cadence finally made it to the top of the alter and Celestia gives the announcement.

"Mares, gentlecolts, ladies and gentlemen," Princess Celestia announced. "we are gathered here today to celebrate the union of the real Princess Mi Amore Cadenza-"

"Princess Cadence is fine." Cadance politely interrupted her aunt. "Hmm," Celestia respected her niece's wish and continued. "The union of Princess Cadence and Shining Armor. The strength of their commitment is clear. The power of their love, undeniable. May we have the rings and amulets please?" Spike presented the wedding rings and the Amulets of Mara and Celestia places them on both of their horns and the Amulets on their necks. "I now pronounce you mare and colt. Now before you both go to the balcony, let Tiber Septim give you six, spike and Cadence the blessings of the Divines."

Tiber Septim steps forward to give the blessing of the Divines to the 8 ponies.

"Let us give the blessings of the Divines to 8 of you." Tiber said.
Twilight Sparkle begins the blessing. "Lord Akatosh lends you his might. When your own strength fails you, trust in the Nine.

Rarity was next. "Dibella has strengthened your wit and charm. Never allow the beauty of the world to be lost on your eyes."

Fluttershy does the blessing. "Kyraneth grants you the swiftness of the wild."

Applejack prays to a divine. "Zenithar grants you good fortune. My you always endeavor to become the master of your craft."

Rainbow Dash begins praying. "Stendarr grants you the gift of legerity. Always be swift to protect and swift to forgave."

Princess Cadence touches the Amulet and prays. "The great mother endures. Mara grants you her endurance. When all else fails you, look to love for the power to carry on."

Spike begins the worshipping. "Julianos blesses you with his wisdom and his guidance. Trust in your knowledge for it is the whole of who you are."

Pinkie Pie was last. "All that lives will die and all that is dead will live again. Arkay grants you the will to reverse the cycle."

The Mane Six, Spike, and Princess Cadence were given 8 Amulets of the Eight Divines on their necks.

"Flawless Glow," Celestia said. "Your bravely has brought hope and prayer for the citizens of Equestria to bring down Jewelius. As a result, I reward you the E.U.P, Imperial Legion, And the three council badges.

Celestia and Tiber Septim gave three badges to Flawless Glow. She grinned in happiness.

Princess Cadence and Shining Armor walk out on to the balcony with Emperor Tiber Septim, Agnorith Septim, and Flawless Glow following them as the crowd below in the castle yard cheered for a few minutes until Cadence calls out to the crowd.

"Attenion!" Cadence called out. "Emperor Tiber Septim has an announcement to make!"

The bride moved aside to let Emperor Tiber Septim to deliver his announcement. Which would be recorded in the books later.

"The tyrannical reign is over." Tiber says as he begins the speech. "Jewelius is dead."

The crowd roars for one minute before he continues.

"His head will be sent to Cyrodill where it will adorn a spike on the walls of the Imperial City. Let this day be a final warning to all who would still support his reign. We are declaring that at midnight, the fireworks will shoot into the sky declaring the end of the second era and the dawn of the third era where Human, Elf, Beast, and Pony stand side-by-side ushering in the single greatest golden age of peace, order, and prosperity. Princess Celestia, Princess Luna, Princess Cadence, Prince Shor, Shining Armor and I have come to an agreement that Equestria will become part of the empire, while keeping it's self governance and having Imperial Advisors in Ponyville, Manehatten, Fillydephia, Baltimare, and others, urban, rual, and suburban areas throughout Equestria."

He then turned towards his Legionnaire army.

"Many of you will be staying in Equestria to aid the rulers in restoring order and arresting any supporters of Jewelius that may still smolder here. In appreciation for your exemplary service, I am doubling your pay and compensation to the widows of your fallen comrades."

The Imperial Legion and the Equestrian Royal Army roars for a minute.

"I am proud of all of you." Flawless Glow said. "All hail the rulers and the Emperor. All hail their and his legionnaires!"

The whole crowd throughout the Nation cheered as it was broadcasted throughout Equestria.
The speech Tiber Septim and Flawless Glow had delivered was now in the history books in Tamriel and Equestria.

"This is your victory as much as theirs," Princess Celestia said to Twilight. "You persisted in the face of doubt, and your actions led to your being able to not only bring the real Princess Cadance back to us, but also the real you. Learning to trust your instincts is a valuable lesson to learn."
"She's right," Cadance said. She and her new husband had turned their attention from the crowd outside back to their companions and the humans. "If you had completely given up on everyone close to you, none of us would be here today."

"For a second, I almost did," Twilight remorsefully admitted. Then she felt the warm and loving touch of her big brother's hoof on her shoulder.

"We lost contact with each other for so long ever since you moved to Ponyville," Shining sadly explained. "As much as I hate to admit it, I almost forgot how much we both mean to each other." The white stallion was unable to hold his tears back any longer. He pulled his sister into a warm and loving hug. "I'm so, so sorry, Twiliy."

"I'm sorry too, BBBFF," Twilight tearfully apologized back and returning the warm embrace.

A few of Twilight's friends shed their own tears at this heart melting sight of true sibling affection.

"I'm glad that you two were able to save your relationship," Cadance complimented them.

"Us too," the Five said.

"And us," the rulers added.

"And all of Tamriel," The Emperor, and his brother added.

"Unfortunately, some relationships could not be saved," Cadance said in much sadder tone.

Suddenly the mood became very depressing once Cadance said that. The other three rulers had sad expressions on their faces as well. It was clear that all four rulers were thinking of Jewelius. Memories of all the terrible things he had done to them in the past week played through everyone's minds like a projector. However, despite all the atrocities and betrayals the four rulers couldn't help but feel sad that they were unable to turn him from his dark path. His terrible fate may have been his own doing, but the fact that they had lost a member of their own family forever was very tragic for them. Twilight, her friends, and Shining all noticed this and shared in the rulers' sorrow, even though they agreed that he was a despicable traitor who got what he deserved in the end. Tiber Septim, Agnorith Septim, and Flawless Glow wished that theres something that could've been done if they got here sooner and they didn't regret what they did to Jewelius.

"It's a shame really, I had hoped we all could've been a big happy family together," Cadance said giving a warm smile to her new husband and sister-in-law. She felt both admiration and envy for the bond those two shared. She just wish her relationship with the cousin she once saw as a brother could've been the same.

"Listen sire," Flawless Glow said as he spoke to the Emperor. "I never really got a chance to thank you for all the stuff you did, you know conquering all of Tamriel, getting invited to a wedding... helping me and the others save Equestria from Jewelius and letting it become part of the empire."

"Actually Flawless Glow," Tiber sighed. "We're the ones who should be thanking you all."

"Huh?" They all said.

"You did us a big favor by dragging us into this mess." Tiber said. "See I didn't get into conquering for the achievements or the destruction of regimes or... so I could get to enjoy peace and justice. I-I did it 'cause I wanted to help you ponies. And I forgotten that." He looked down and hold the Amulet of Kings for a few seconds. "Till today."

"I doubt any of us will ever forget the impact Jewelius made on our lives," Twilight said with pity in her voice. The others nodded sadly in agreement.

"We'll make sure the impact that he had made will not spread throughout Equestria, and Tamriel since Equestria is now part of the empire." Agnorith assured.

"One thing's for sure, I will always love you," Shining affectionately said to his new wife. Then they both kissed each other on the lips.

As Twilight and her friends watched this touching moment, Celestia whispered something into Rainbow Dash's ear. "Rainbow Dash, that's your cue."

Remembering her important role for this occasion, Rainbow literally flew right out of her bridesmaid gown, flew high in the air above the castle, and set off her long-awaited Sonic Rainboom which spread across the entire sky above Canterlot.

"Best… Wedding… EVER!" Dash cheered as she flew through the air. And it really was. That night they had fun at the reception party and the fireworks fired into the sky as the Emperor predicted. The Second Age (Dark Age) has ended, and a New Age dawns.

Little did they know, that a Lost Empire in the Frozen North is returning from almost two and a half of eras of slumber.