Hello dear readers Halsenbert here with a new chapter of Moonbeam for your entertainment.
I'm deeply ashamed of myself Cause I've been unable to update this Story in a long time.I justwanna clarify that this chapter happens at the same time as the previous chapter. And without further ado... ¡LETS BEGIN!:
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Warning:The next chapter contains violent scenes or explicit sexual content, so reader discretion is advised.
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Moonbeam
Chapter 29 – The Departure.
14 hours before departure.
The morning hit his eyes with the intensity of the winter Sunlight, the stallion could do nothing but grump a little due to his discomfort.
-Good morning my love- he was called by his wife's sweet voice.
-Good morning my dear- replied the old butler fondly.
The mare next to him caressed his face with her hoof, the butler let himself be carried away by that soft touch that invited him to lie next to his beloved Tulip
-How do you feel?- asked genuinely worried her beloved as she stroked the wounds that adorned Cent's face.
-I feel like a high school foal- he said jokingly.
-I can tell- Tulip said, holding a giggle. -It's been a long time since I see you involved in a hoof to hoof fight-
-You're wrong I…-
The mare silences him by placing her hoof on his lips.
-Please Cent, I'm mother of two teenagers, don't you think I can recognize the marks of a brawl when I see them?, Do you have any idea how many times I've had to put an ice pack on Sonnet's face?- the mare commented as she rested her head on one of her hooves while still caressing her husband's face with the other.
-I still don't know what I did to deserve you Tulip-
-It's the same thing I ask myself everyday Cent dear-
The butler responded by planting a kiss on the mare's lips, it was incredible that even after so many years that mare was still able to give him such happiness. He looked into her eyes completely mesmerized by her beauty, those silvery hairs, and the countless wrinkles that year after year were added to her face and body, reminded him how much he treasured that pony and how lost he would be without her.
-I'll prepare breakfast for you- said the stallion coming out of bed with some resistance. After all, a part of him wished to lie down next to her, while another part continued to worry about the mare who slept in the room of the former owner of the mansion.
-Cent…- the butler felt his beloved's hoof holding his. -Will you tell me what happened?- her voice hesitant.
The butler looked at her with that same expression he had carried on his face the day his beloved students had left school to go to war.
-I know that look Cent, you know you can trust me… I can see that Miss Scratch is a very kind mare, but… yesterday when you came back from her room, your shirt was stained with blood…-
-Tulip, they hurt her. I tried to help, but it was too late… I was too late-
-Cent…-
-Tulip, Vinyl was raped last night- the mare covered her mouth with both fore hooves upon hearing the news. -She is strong-willed, but also has a very sweet and vulnerable side. I managed to distract the ponies who attacked her so she could escape, but…-
-Oh Dear- said Tulip, jumping out of the bed to reach her husband.
-She lost her temper and when she got the chance, she…-
-Did she tell you if she knew them?-
-She didn't tell me, and I couldn't be sure. All I know is that their clothes were tailoring, so I can't help but think that they were young colts from some noble family.
-You said that she is an assistant of the Wine family, perhaps that should influence a little, that is, the Wines are quite recognized throughout Equestria, they are at the level of the Pants and the Platinum family, and I'm sure that they will be able to intervene in her favor and allege that the beating she has given them was in self-defense-
-That's the problem Tulip, Vinyl, she didn't just hit her assailants-.
Tulip looked bewildered at Cent for a moment, after understanding what his beloved was referring to, the mare's eyes opened wide before placing her forehooves on her lips once again.
-You mean… she…- the butler nodded.
-Vinyl murdered two ponies yesterday's night and even if it had been in self-defense, everypony knows that using lethal force against another pony is punishable. I don't even think anypony, not even Lord Wine, will be able to intervene in something like that.- the butler said worriedly.
"Especially considering that one had his jugular rigged and the other drained to death, " thought Cent.
-I'm not sure how I should approach the issue, it's a very delicate thing.-
-It will be worse if the guards discover it on its own, at least if they present their side of the story the princess may be merciful- Tulip mentioned, stroking the back of his beloved stallion with her hoof.
-I know…- the stallion let out a long sigh. -I will try to convince her to talk to Red Wine, with some luck she will be able to get away with this-
Tulip wrapped her husband in a warm hug. -I can see that you care about her-.
-It's like the daughter we never had- he laughs.
Suddenly throughout the mansion the melody of a piano began to sound, although the rhythm was a little strange, Tulip could notice that some notes seemed to belong to some piece of which Cent had played to her several times before.
-At least it seems that today she dawned in a good mood- commented the stallion relieved that the young mare's melodies still felt full of joy and… Ok, some notes badly mixed in the melody showed the musician's frustration. -Would you like fresh fruit for breakfast?- asked the butler to his special pony.
-Only If it's as sweet as you- she replied mischievously, then, Tulip kissing him on the lips.
-Two cocktails coming out madame- replied the butler leaving the room.
10 hours before departure.
The mare moved cautiously hiding from the eyes of the ponies that rounted the streets of Canterlot. Every once in a while she would stop to sniff the air a little. It didn't really take much work for her to follow the trail, after all, the cold weather prevented the scent from spreading too much, and she also knew quite well the scent of the princess of the night, so identifying the scarf that the traitor wore was no problem.
Suddenly the night guard felt the scent intensify, so she assumed the creature wasn't far away, she then hurried a bit more. Continuing with her fast and stealthy movements, the mare crossed the streets camouflaging herself through the numerous shadows produced by the buildings of the capital.
A small garden located behind a newsstand was her stop. Noticing the dark-skinned unicorn stopping to read one of the newspapers, the mare quickly hid in the bushes behind the fence facing the main avenue, sharpening her ear as best as she could, to try to pick up a word from the traitor.
Suddenly the mare turned around and proceeded to leave the stand, when another voice from inside the post seemed to catch her attention.
Epsilon crouched as far as she could, approaching herself to the edge of the bars to try to hear the conversation, yet at that distance, she could barely hear any words. With extreme difficulty, Epsilon was able to catch some murmurs coming from the salespony's lips, who was inside the stall.
-Mother sent you right?- replied the unicorn with bright black fur, causing the mare's ears to rise up completely, at least it seemed that she could hear more clearly the words of the traitor.
More murmurs from inside the post.
-Why?- the disguised pony asked the salespony.
-… to see her die- Epsilon definitely did not misheard that.
-… became totally dependent… from the one who received it- Epsilon could barely hear bits of the phrases of the salespony located inside the stall.
-Who gave you that information?- said the unicorn in a strange state.
-The Queen-
-Ha! I have no good reason to believe any word that came out of my mother's mouth- the unicorn looks around.
-Her mother?- repeated Epsilon in a whisper, without understanding who they were referring to.
-… believe me… the queen wasn't lying- the salespony said.
-What makes you think that?- replied the annoyed unicorn.
-That… she has shown me proof…- said the seller -… is… awesome, I didn't expect you make her… fall in love…- continued the seller.
-What evidence do you have?- the traitor demand.
-… pretty specific signs of what you'd be… doing… the queen specified that… it would begin to feed on that pony… Luna… not to mention… she didn't realize-
Epsilon narrowed her eyes as she gnashed her teeth, she seriously thought about offing the head of that traitor now that she had her completely at her mercy, but she was intrigued by that queen of whom they spoke.
A pain in her abdomen forced her to lose concentration. She then blocks her mouth and nose so as not to make any noise while concentrating on controlling the spasm of her body.
COFF, COFF
After a moment, the mare managed to recompose herself, then, she observed the drops of blood staining her forehooves before cleaning them with some snow. She again looked at the dark-fur unicorn who seemed not to have noticed her presence.
-It seems that the effect of Luna's spell diminishes during the day- Epsilon said for herself.
The night guard watched the pony of the post leave his premises while Chrysi followed him. she waited until they were both at a prudent distance to get out of hiding and approach the news stand.
Epsilon looked inside the stall where she found the body of a thin pony lying on the floor completely lifeless. The same pony who had just left along with the traitor. She quickly turned his neck to observe the two figures as they walked away.
-So those things can take the form of another pony- Epsilon concluded.
Faced with this, there are only two possible options left. The first suggested that the traitor had used a false form since the beginning in order to deceive the night deity.
The second assumed that there were two mares, the real Chrysi who had been kidnapped and whom they had tried to save that night and a second Chrysi, who had taken her place by deceiving them in order to approach the princess.
The mare evaluated her chances. In one hoof, she had the option of returning to the castle and asking for the support of the Princess of the Sun, but she ran the risk of losing track of the possible imposter. In the other hoof, she could follow both creatures until she locates their hiding place and then return to the castle to notify the Princess of the Sun.
Not wanting to take any chances, the mare resumed her ethereal form to follow the fake Chrysi and her companion.
8 hours before departure.
The room was made with mostly cloud clusters, as were most houses in Cloudsdale. The floor, walls and ceiling were made of spongy cloud surfaces while the doors and window frames had the structure of a compacted cloud, which gave it greater firmness, although being honest he had never understood how the magic of pegasus worked to make glass windows do not fell from the clouds, as well as many other materials they use in their furniture. The stallion was lying on the fluffy bed looking at the fluffy ceiling, covered by a soft blanket as he reflected on the events of the other night, he directed his amber and elongated eyes to the side, next to him was a pegasai with a lime color coat and blonde main resting peacefully with him. He looked at her, her soft features, her body was much smaller than his, although she clearly had every curve in the right place.
YAWN
Yawned the pegasai by spreading her wings and hooves, just like a cat would. She then proceeded to carve her eyes with her forehooves while watching the stallion next to her. She had always been attracted to colts that inspired certain fear, those that looked more aggressive. Maybe that's why she had set her eyes on that stallion, from the first time she saw him, his brothers and sisters on training camp receiving combat lessons from the princess of the night in person. She couldn't help but feel her heart turn around.
That metallic blue fur that reminded her of steel was soft to the touch, however, his muscles and flesh looked harder than any other stallion with which he had shared the bed.
The bat wings gave him an intimidating touch just like those fangs that stood out every time she saw him smile, it was funny but the feeling of those terrible natural weapons going through her body always excited her greatly. But what fascinated her the most, was that look. Every time the stallion posed his amber eyes on her, she could feel like a gust of electricity ran down her back, it was like feeling stalked by a predator, however, that stallion was anything but a danger to her.
From the nights they had spent together in the military camp, fearful that their lives would suddenly end, she had discovered that that predator could be as intimidating as gallant and tender.
-Good morning tiger- said the mare looking at those beautiful eyes that made her shiver like the most powerful drug.
-Good morning Lime- replied Siegfried looking into her eyes, those beautiful round orange-like eyes that looked at him without fear.
-You should rest a little, you made love to me like a madcolt, I don't know how you stay awake after having squeezed every last drop from your body- said the mare passing one of her hooves under the blanket fabric that covered them in order to reach the stallion's crotch.
-Well despite my effort, it seems that you have not yet been completely satisfied, haven't you Lime?- said the stallion wiggling his eyebrows.
-I assure you that my flower is as swollen as a cake with a lot of yeast, but that does not meant that I can't use other methods- said the pegasai getting closer to be able to taste the stallion's neck.
-I can see it… And feel it- replied the stallion in dismay, as he watched the mare's forehoof going up and down his cock rhythmically as she squeezed his limb with her soft fur.
Lime continued to kiss the stallion's neck while maintaining her hoof movements, receiving no response from the stallion she looked up. It was truly bizarre that Siegfried had not subjected her to his lustful desires by then.
-Okay, what's going on?- demanded the mare placing on top of the stallion, both forehooves on each side while looking at him from above, directly into his amber eyes.
Siegfried simply turned his neck evading her gaze but said nothing.
-If you tell me, I'll let you chain me to bed, you could even use those toys I bought when I was training the cadets so they would be able to endure basic torture,- Lime added, directing a look full of lust.
-No Lime, it will be on another day- said the stallion, taking her waist with a hoof and exchanging positions effortlessly.
Before the stallion could escape the bed, the pegasai knocked him down hitting the back of his knees while throwing herself on the side holding him with a wrench with her fore hooves and immobilizing Siegfried's wings using her hind hooves.
-Tell me what happen or you'll be my guinea pig tonight- the mare said seductively as she applied more force to the grip.
-Okay… you win- replied the stallion trying to free himself from Lime's excruciating grip.
-So?-
-It's Epsilon- he said in a weak voice.
-Oh my Celestia, so you want some incest activity, eh…? I don't object as long as you invite me-whispered sensually the last phrase, tickling Siegfried's ear.
In any other situation the night guard would have enjoyed those words, but the force of the grip began to cut off the air, suddenly the body of the stallion transformed into a cloud of black smoke with a sonorous PUFF disappearing, before reappearing with another PUFF but this time on the side of the bed.
-It's not that- replied the night guard.
"And I'm sure Epsilon would kill me if I tried something with her anyway," he thought.
-So what is it?- asked the mare with an innocent tone.
-I think Epsilon is sick, it seems to be something serious that she has been dealing with for several years now- said the stallion, taking a seat at the edge of the bed.
-How serious?- asked Lime with genuine concern.
-The kind of life threatening serious. I feel like I must do something to help her, but frankly I don't know what to do, we always thought the toxicity of her blood was part of her abilities, like I am able to transport myself instantly, just like Alcor can create fire or Merak is able to manifest electricity. Luna had already adverted to us that using our Arcane Magic to cast spells like we do shortens our life expectancy. However, we had no idea that her blood was eating her from the inside- said the stallion looking down -I think her condition worsened when she was wounded with the heraldic spear.
Frustrated, the stallion dropped a blow on the bed, which lost part of its structure due to the impact.
-Damn it!, if only it had been faster I could…-
-Stop right there!- said Lime hugging Siegfried tightly. -Don't do that please Siegfried- she begged.
The stallion opened his eyes and immediately relaxed the muscles of his body.
-There is no point in blaming yourself for what has happened. Heavens you and your sister are equal, you try to bear all the blame alone, try to bear the weight of the world on you, and never ask for help- lime rebuked him.
The mare flew in front of him and took the face of the stallion with both hooves to make him look into her eyes.
-If she is suffering the only thing you can do is seek help, go with the princesses, or with the doctors of the general hospital, I am sure they will know of some method that can help her-.
-I don't think the doctors can help her, when they did the blood tests for our admission to the army they were unable to analyze it because of the concentration of toxicity Epsilon's blood had.
-Well there are still the princesses, they have a great knowledge- said Lime as she lay Siegfried on top of her lap. Siegfried did not know when he had ended up in that position, but who was him to protest.
-You are right I will talk to Luna and Celestia, maybe they know something or know somepony who can help her-
-That's my tiger, always so smart and brave- Lime said, slapping him with her hoof.
-I thank you Lime-
-If you want to thank me, hurry up and take those ropes and chains out of the box under the bed- the mare said.
The stallion turned its head pointing its nose in the direction of the mare's belly, quickly the smell of Lime's flower invaded his sense of smell.
-You are truly insatiable- said the stallion letting out a long sigh -At least this time I will be able make you stand still for a while- he added as he got out of bed and get down to reach the box that rested from under the body formed by that cloud.
SLAP
Siegfried felt Lime's hoof spanking his butt. -Who said I was going to use them?- replied the mare with a look that froze the stallion's spine.
5 hours before departure.
-My lord-
The voice of the mare caught his attention, the interior of the room was sparsely furnished, the brick and rock walls were thick and sturdy like the walls of a castle, although unlike any other room, this one did not have a single window in the surroundings. The room formed a perfect cylinder in which center was a wood and iron made coffin big enough to house four ponies inside. The coffin was located on top of a mark drawn on the ground using what seems to be pony blood, which appeared to have several arcane figures in its composition.
The only source of light that could be perceived came from the corridor across the threshold through which the mare had entered.
-I'm sorry for the interruption but is important. Wind Chaser's reports are finally here- said the mare, who was wearing a black tuxedo made to measure, on her flanks could appreciate a cobra like cutie mark.
With a squeak, the coffin opened in half revealing inside a rather handsome stallion, its marron fur and black mane were slightly messy, which in the eyes of the mare was like a taste of temptation. Cuddled next to him was his sister Pink Wine completely stripped of her clothes, in her body, Viper could see several marks of quite deep bites.
-I hope he brought something worthy, or I will kill him myself for the interruption- said the stallion rising from his place.
Viper couldn't help but look at the hardened cock of the stallion as Red Wine came out of his resting place, however, the mare was extremely discreet and possessed impeccable control over her emotions preventing her face from becoming blushing, while stealing one or another look from the Lord's naked body.
-By the way, were you able to locate Vinyl? she promised me yesterday's last dance, but I couldn't find her, it's quite unusual from her to reject me like that- commented the stallion approaching his former assassin.
Viper could pick the look of annoyance that Pink Wine threw at her brother after Red's comment.
-Did you really believe her brother? that mare had no intention of dancing with you, even BlueBlood noticed- said Pink markedly annoyed.
-To be honest I'm not surprised that you think that, however, even if she didn't like the idea, I assure you that she would have done it anyway… something happened, I'm sure- commented the Lord while Viper gives the captain's letter to her Master.
-So then?-
-The guards saw her retreat with Blueblood's butler and her family, apparently returning early to the mansion- The lord looked at Viper in surprise.
HAHAHAHA
-What do you find so funny Pink?- the tone of the wealthy stallion denoted his annoyance.
-Why, well… is the first mare that cheats on you like that.- Pink replied laughing out loud -I should bring you a mirror, the expression of your face is priceless-
GRRRRR
The Lord growls annoyed, before regaining his composure.
-Well, you did not hesitate even a little before giving me your flower the first time we had sex, if I did not know you I would say that you would do it with anyone who showed you his…- The lord did not finish his phrase when a ray of light was fired from Pink's horn forcing him to raise a shield instantly, which barely managed to protect him from the impact that shake the room.
-You are really ungrateful brother, even after I manage to convince Wind Chaser to give you something useful, so that I can sneak into your room… This is the way you thank me for my efforts?-
-You started it, you also know it's true, that's why it bothers you that much- said the stallion.
-I could say the same about you and your obsession with that mare- Pink replied cunningly.
Without saying more, the stallion proceeded to open the envelope with its magic and extract the letter it contained. Red's eyes ran through the words deftly, at the end, a small smile appeared on his face.
-At least we can trust that things continue in an excellent direction-
-What do you mean? What does the letter say?-
-That our dear Princess Luna has played her role well and used the information I provided to exterminate the noble families who lived in the limits of the Equestria's Northeast's regions-
-I don't understand it brother, isn't it more problematic if noble families are destroyed?- asked Pink who seemed to have returned to her usual mood.
-I only got rid of the noble families that were not of use to me, or those that I know will not follow me-
-But, why use the princess? Did you already knew she would make such a move?-
-After the meeting we had with her at the palace, I could tell that Luna holds a lot of grudge, she may not share her feelings openly, but since Lady Marvel mentioned the slave traders, the princess released a significant amount of negative energy, although I must add that only those who have been in contact with that kind of power could feel it.- replied the lord by returning the letter back in the envelope before casting a spell to completely set the paper on fire.
-So, you think that she will be able to help you master? that is, she is still one of the princesses and although her methods are much more bloodthirsty than those of her sister, I doubt very much that Princes Luna will betray Celestia to join you- Viper said.
-You have not understood it yet Viper, this is part of the plan, everything is happening as expected. With the death of these nobles the rest of the noble families will begin to fear for their lives, as soon as it is discovered that the murdered families were against the Celestia's established laws, the ponies will soon relate what happened as an attack by the Equestria's crown to end the internal opposition group they been dealing for some time now.- said the Lord looking at Viper with his bright red eyes in all its intensity. -The princess must already be suspicious of her sister, although I do not think she will make a move until she has a strong proof of what happened. But I'm sure Celestia at least knows that this was one of the knight guards doing- the Lord added.
-How can you be sure of that Red?- asked his sister coming out of the coffin.
-Because in his letter, Wind Chaser reported me that Hurricane already knows that the attack's style that Luna taught the night guard during their training to face Sombra and his army, is pretty similar to this one.- clarified the lord.
-And what will happen if Celestia does not blame Luna and decides to attribute the murders to some other pony to protect her?- Pink asked looking at her brother as he helped her get dressed.
-Certainly, sibling love can become quite irrational at times- said Red lovingly biting Pink's ear -The Princess of the Night won't be far away for long, so the next phase will depend on Blueblood and the work Vinyl accomplishes to keep him focused on his mission- the lord added.
-Being honest Red, although Celestia will be able to pay enough attention to Blueblood, I doubt that he will manage to make her fall in love with him-
-It won't be necessary, I just need her to be able to trust him, that way when the nobles turn against her, all I'll have to do to take control is make a suggestion, and with it, the princess and the whole kingdom will be at my grasp.- mentioned the stallion laughing slightly, He could almost taste the victory.
-That's as long as your pet doesn't ruin it- Pink said.
-Come on dear, you should not speak of Blueblood like that, he may be a lord without much value, but he is still a lord and will soon be prince-
-I wasn't talking about him Red- replied the mare leaving the room, Red simply let out a frustrated short sight.
-Being honest my master, I agree with Lady Pink. You should have sent somepony more qualified to fulfill this task, it was too risky to send Vinyl. It may be the only one with the ability to be exposed under sunlight without being affected, however, it has only been a year since her transformation. She still doesn't know how to behave and that could endanger not only our clan but everyone who is like us.- the assassin said.
-You do not have to worry Viper, Vinyl may be in training phase, but she is much more able to control herself than any of us, plus she has always had my full trust, after all, she knows well what happens to those who do not follow my rules-
-I understand master, if you trust her I have nothing more to add- Viper replied.
-I'm glad you understand Viper, for the moment I want you to send a letter to the Blueblood's manner, a certain mare still owes me a dance.- Viper responded with a bow waiting until Red left the room.
"Oh Vinyl, I wonder what the master will say when he learns of your little mistake, I doubt they can keep something like that a secret for a long time and as soon as it comes to the surface, you and your butler will suffer the master's wrath" Thought Viper while a sadistic smile showed on her face.
2 hours before departure.
"Wake Up"
Luna hears that voice calling to her once again taking her out of her peaceful dreams, her eyes slowly opened adjusting to the darkness that surrounded her.
"It was about time. I've been waiting for you to open your eyes" the voice said. That same voice she had become accustomed to hearing over the past few weeks.
"Why the Rush Nightmare?" complained the princess rubbing her eyes tiredly.
"Have you not noticed it yet? we used to have somepony else in the room with us, you know?" the voice responded in a serious tone.
"Somepony else…"
The eyes of the deity of the night fully opened as she turned and noticed the empty space in her bed, that side of the bed had been occupied by somepony else moments before, the smell of the sheets and the memory of their night together reminded her that.
-Chrysi- she murmured.
"She's left dear" the voice replied seriously.
-She left? To where?-.
"I don't know,although she seemed interested in abandoning you as soon as possible, seriously, at least she must have been decent enough to wait until we had both fallen sound asleep… Although now that I think about it, I don't even need to sleep being in here" Nightmare replied.
-What do you mean?- asked the princess jumping out of bed. After scrutinizing the room, she asked. -How long it's been since she left?-.
"Since you were unconscious. That was about 12 hours ago… maybe" answered the voice inside her head.
-12 HOURS!- exclaimed the princess in surprise. -Why didn't you wake me up? What happened?-.
"Well I assumed you were exhausted by so much activity during your encounter with her, so I opted to let you rest, although now that I think about it she took something from your wardrobe".
After that, the princess went to the wardrobe, it did not take much to notice the only cloth missing, after all it was a treasured one.
Flashback
The two mares were in a village on the outskirts of the Crystal empire's surrounding mountains, Luna was wearing a hood that covered her head as well as most of her body. Chrysalis, on the other side, was only wearing a thin coat.
-Are you sure Lulu? I truly would be more helpful on the battlefield than here locked up- mentioned the changeling princess wearing her unicorn form.
-I'm glad to hear that you care about me, but believe me it's better like this, if you were on the battlefield, I won't be able to concentrate properly, I have enough by worrying myself about Siegfried and the others, especially considering that none of the legions wanted to have them under their command and were assigned as an independent frontline squadron-
-You know they only did it to use them as cannon fodder, right- asked the dark-furred unicorn.
-Of course I know it, that's why I decided to train them personally since we started the counterattack. It helped a lot that Tia gave me permission to have them under my charge, that made us work more together, that improvised our teamwork. I've even noticed that some of the captains have begun to have more respect for them.- said the princess of the night placing a fore hoof on her chest, clearly proud of her friends.
-Still I think it's unfair, I also want to help you, I know you've done well so far, but I can't stop worrying-
-Sometimes the hardest thing is to stay and wait-
-Wow, I didn't know you were a poet-
-I'm not, Celestia told me that before we left Canterlot. Now that I think about it my first few battles were too risky, but I think the army also took on more confidence when they saw my squad and myself leading every attack intended to repel Sombra's army.
-There is nothing more inspiring than knowing that our leader will be by our side at all times. After all, it forces us to give everything of ourselves on the battlefield to protect her- said a third pony wearing a black and silver armor, who walked a few feet from them.
-I don't know Siegfried, it seems to me that you just want to be close to see my flanks, it's a shame that this time I bring the cape- the princess of the night replied with a playful tone as she wiggled her flanks seductively.
Immediately the stallion blushed, unable to stop staring at Luna's posterior.
-It's hard not to see them when you move them like that.- he said reluctantly.
-We've arrived- Chrysalis said, looking at the inn that was in the center of the small town right in front of them.
Noticing the look of anguish on her beloved mare's face, Luna lit her horn to unwrap her scarf, proceeding to place it around the changeling's neck with extreme care.
-Lulu…-
-Take this, so you can have me by your side even if we're not with each other- replied the princess as she finished accommodating the scarf around Chrysalis' Neck.
The changeling took one of the scarf's ends, sniffing deeply the aroma of the princess of the nigh with which it was impregnated.
-I expect you take good care of it until I come back for it- said the princess of the night.
-Promise me that you will come back for it when you finally won this stupid war.- said the changeling Princess.
The deity of the night nodded by giving Chrysalis a huge hug, which was reciprocated. They spent a moment there, intertwined with each other, none of them wanting to break the hug, fearful of knowing what would happen if they did.
-I'm sorry princess, but we must go- Siegfried said hating every word that came out of his own mouth, he wished those two mares to stay away from everything that was happening, but he could not afford such action, they had to be strong and face what awaited them on the frontline.
-Every night I will raise my Moon to the top of the sky, whenever we manage to win a battle-
Chrysalis nodded over the neck of the alicorn.
-I must go- said the princess of the night breaking the hug.
-I'll be here every night waiting for you- replied the changeling.
End of Flashback
Luna stared at the empty space in her closet, that scarf was gone just like Chrysalis.
"Take this, so you can have me by your side even if we are not with each other" never before have her own words caused her so much pain, Luna's eyes started to fill with tears.
"It seems that none of them really care about your feelings my little Luna" For a moment she could swear that Nightmare Moon's figure was embracing her. Maybe she was trying to comfort her, or maybe Nightmare just wanted to give her a little of support.
That night she had to get back to the old castle, perhaps being there she could use one of her guards to look for her and then she would demand an answer.
"I will always be by your side… never forget it, when you feel like you can't trust anyone else,remember that you can always trust me" Nightmare whispered to her.
-Thank you Nightmare- said the alicorn, igniting her horn, the night had to begin.
The deity of the Sun looked at her younger sister waiting for her reaction, after what seemed like an eternity the deity waited for the youngest of the rulers to make some comment, it was fine if she got angry, if she laughed and even if she started screaming like a mad mare, but the silence began to make her uncomfortable.
-I know it's not something we should worry about, but…-
-Did you really have an orgasm when you tasted the pudding?-
Her sister's question took her completely by surprise.
-I emm-
-Discord cursed must been the cause, for all pony's sake I would love for there to be a spell capable of recording a moment like that-
-Don't you think that what they had written is enough?- replied the Princess of the Sun faking a smile.
-I think it's a good thing, at least now you can be sure that I will find a way to make a chef prepare a dessert that causes you another orgasm, believe me it is good to release tension- said Luna sticking out her tongue.
-Although I appreciate your desire to prepare homemade desserts I doubt that your intentions are the best Luna-
-Oh but they are, I assure you.- laughed the princess of the night placing a hoof on her lips.
After a short silence the sun deity added.
-Luna…-
The night deity looked at her in amazement at the sudden change in her sister's tone.
-We will be separated for a while so I want you to promise me that you will not do anything risky while you are in the old castle-
-What do you mean Tia, Why should I do something risky? I do not remember that any of the meetings I have scheduled is related to something dangerous-
-It's not about your duties Luna… You'll see…- the princess paused trying to find the best way to explain it. -Zephora told me that you are in danger, apparently a creature similar to a black pony, with wings, fangs and a long horn is trying to hurt you-
Noticing that Luna kept all his attention on her, Celestia continued.
-We believe that these are the same creatures that you faced in the Everfree forest with the night guard when you rescued Chrysi-
Luna looked down, her thoughts going at full speed while listening to her sister.
-Caramel will stay in the castle with you.- said the deity of the Sun. -Listen Luna, I know you don't like it, but it is important that you stay inside the castle as long as possible, you know as well as I do that the castle is full of traps and will have guards stationed at every entrance, including the night guard who will be with you at all times. I think it's the safest place for you, at least until we find the creature and get it into custody.
"It looks like our dear sister will be busy looking for Chrysalis and her hive" said the voice in Luna's head.
From her position Celestia could not notice the change in Luna's semblance, her pupils had contracted by surprise, it was clear that Celestia was suspicious of the changelings or at least of the queen.
-It seems that these creatures can change their appearance, so I have asked Caramel that no pony except him and the night guards be allowed to get too close to you.
-Tia…- said the youngest of the alicorns looking at her sister, Luna's voice barely audible.
-I've already sent a guard to contact Chrysi's mother so you don't have to worry about her.
-Chrysi's mother?- said the dark blue coated alicorn with fear on her voice.
-That's right, I met her at the party, she doesn't look like a bad pony, but she doesn't quite agree with the relationship you two have-
The princess of the night shook her head.
-No Tia, you do not understand it, she…-
"Are you sure you want to tell them the truth about Chrysalis now? " the voice in her head warned her which made her immediately silent.
"But if her mother was at last night's party, itmeans Chrysi is in danger" Luna replied in her mind.
"Why Of Course…! why don't you tell them that Chrysalis is a changeling who feeds on your love and her mother almost kills her the last time they saw each other?And especially the part of feeding on you, because that surely will not make our sister mad" said Nightmare sarcastically.
-I understand that you do not like her much, but she is still part of Chrysi's family and if your intention is to be next to your special somepony, you will have to learn to get along with your future mother-in-law.- Celestia replied caressing Luna's head with her fore hoof. Luna, however, remained silently looking down.
"I really hope that Chrysi of which Epsilon spoke is just an impostor. So Alcor and Siegfried will be able to find the real one" Thought the deity of the Sun. "I don't know if I'll be able to forgive myself if I had to hurt Luna in order to protect her from that thing".
Celestia looked at her sister for some clue, hoping Luna knew something, but aside from the strange fear the indigo alicorn had shown before, Celestia hadn't been able to detect anything else.
-The night guard is aware of the situation. We still don't know if they're able to copy the skills of another pony so I've authorized them to take whatever action they consider necessary to ensure your well-being in case the situation becomes too complicated.
-But they don't know…- again Luna's voice was barely audible.
-If anything happens, I need you to tell me immediately Luna and if necessary you teleport to the Canterlot's throne room.- Noticing the silence of her younger sister, the sun deity added. -Are you okay Luna?, I know that this I told you is very sudden and it is a lot of information to process at this time, but I just want you to know that you have me and you can talk to me about anything, I am here to support you sister-
-No Tia, it's nothing, you just took me by surprise, I didn't expect to hear something like that. Chrysi and I are going to laugh at this, once we see each other- mentioned the princess of the night faking an incredibly convincing smile.
In the castle of the two sisters.
Kendall entered the throne room escorted by a pair of guards who remained at the entrance as he approached the zebra standing on the trapdoor that concealed the containment mechanism of the elements.
The warrior noticed that his beloved had heard him when one of her ears moved under her cloak.
-Any changes? - asked the warrior by placing himself at a prudent distance from the female zebra so as not to interrupt her.
-Time is not left, the connection restored we must get- said the zebra, her eyes firmly closed.
-I will talk to Shayla to contact her-
-Tonight it must be, if we want to be ready- added Zephora, opening her eyes before looking at Kendall.
-Last time, our friend didn't seem to be very happy to do it. I think she had something else in mind. You're sure there's no other way-
-The future will tell, if we were meant to fail or prevail. And for her, this is a new test she must face as well-.
-As you wish my love, I'll talk to Shayla right now so she can contact her. I just hope our suspicious are not correct-
-So much blood will be on me, If we can't find their means- Zephora said while looking at the thrones that stood in front of her.
Author's Note:
OMG, I really had a hard time with the Luna and Celestia scene. I hope it wasn't so bad, because being honest it's not one of my best scenes.
I must admit that making Zephora rime is hard work cause the rimes in spanish are not the same and most of the times I had to change the whole phrase.
In addition, I wanna remark that Arcane Magic is a bit different from the magic a Unicorn can cast normally, But I wanna approach that detail latter in the story. I just wanna place some basics here.
At the moment it's all see you in the next chapter... ALLONS-Y
In memory of Victor Fidel Amado grandfather and mentor.
March/1938 - October/2018
In memory of Carolina López Beloved aunt and life's example.
May/1947 - February/2020