The time that Aegis, Applejack and Rainbow Dash, is for your own interpretation of what they did. Do not hold me to what you think happened. That part is for you to think what you want. Just do not give me senseless reviews about it please.

P.S, I know what happened and it does play in later in the story, just thought it would be fun to give the reader something to interact with.

Heavy Consequences

A guard with a letter awakes Aegis. The guard lays the letter down beside Aegis.

"Celestia demands your audience sir, she doesn't sound too happy…"

"Damn… Can already tell today's going to be a rough day."

Aegis carefully and gently makes his way off his bed. Cringing in pain as he puts pressure on his arms and legs. He equips his armor and slowly makes his way to the throne room. He arrives at the door to the throne room and he can hear yelling from the other side.

"How dare you allow Aegis to go out on his own on such a mission! What in all of Equestria made you think that was a reasonable decision? Answer me!"

Aegis leans his ear upon the door to better hear the commotion happening inside.

"I apologize Princess Celestia… I thought it would give him a chance to prove himself, he has been talking about living up to his father near everyday… just assumed I would give him the chance."

"He isn't his father! You and he both need to learn that. Everyone has their own way. In addition, you allowing him to go out on that mission will encourage him to continue making foolish choices! You are suspended until further notice, now leave before I get mad."

"Yes Princess…"

Aegis staggers back as he hears footsteps coming towards the door, he runs back to the staircase and acts as if he had just arrived. The door swings open and the suspended general walks past Aegis with his head lowered. He speaks as he passes Aegis.

"Good luck kid… she is not in a good mood."

Aegis gulps. He sucks it up and continues forth to the throne room. He walks in the room and is greeted with glares from both Princess Celestia and Princess Luna. Celestia looks over at Luna.

"Luna, go near your son. You aided him in his mission, you shall hear what I have to say as well."

Luna walks over to Aegis and gives him a kiss on the cheek. Celestia stands up and signals for the guards to leave. She walks up to her sister and Aegis.

"Aegis, Luna, you both have disappointed me greatly. Had I been aware of what you were planning, it would have been prevented before you even reached Luna's quarters. In addition, sister, what you did was irresponsible. Aegis, you are hereby stationed with Luna, you are to report for your training in the early morning and then report in to Luna. You may not have any part of this war. Do I make myself clear?"

"But Princ…"

"Do I… make myself clear Aegis"

"Aye Princess…"

"And for you sister, you are only to teach him magic. I also want you two to visit Twilight and the others every day after you complete your magic lesson. Is that clear sister?"

"Yes Tia… I'm sorry…"

"Take your leave now."

"Wait, Princess. Before the unicorn left, he told me to tell you that he will have his vengeance… I don't know what he meant ma'am."

"I knew he would return someday… Thank you Aegis, that is all, please return to your quarters."

Aegis and Luna bow to Celestia. On their way to the staircase, Luna becomes emotional and breaks down.

"Come on mom… Don't take everything so hard…"

"When he returns… it'll surely be the end to everything, I wish he would just leave us alone… You're right dear… Can you help me to my room Aegis?"

"Aye mom… Tomorrow we will go visit Twilight. It will be a better day. I promise."

"I love you dear"

"Man, got to cut it out mom. Love you too though."

Aegis escorts Luna to her room and then making his way to his own quarters after Luna falls asleep. He makes his way to his quarter and jumps up on the bed and rests. He begins to feel a sharp pain in his head.

"You know she cares about you deeply son. What she is going through is definitely making her weak. Son, you must listen to me word for word. I do not want you to engage Sanguinis if you ever see him again. I need you to trust me on this. What he did to you… Was effortless to him."

"Yea dad…"

"Son, I want you to take Luna to my memorial, I wish for you to do something for me."

No response from the exhausted Aegis.

"Goodnight Son"

CANTERLOT LIVING QUARTERS

AFTERNOON

Aegis awakens from his sleep around noon. His wounds are sore and he is not in a particularly good mood. He only equips his breastplate and heads off to Luna's quarters. He knocks on the door. No response.

"Mom, wake up, going to go see Twilight today. Remember?"

He opens the door with his hoof. The room is messy from wall to wall. He looks over at the bed and sees Luna peacefully asleep in mangled bed sheets. He walks over to her and nudges her a few times. Her eyes slowly open.

"Oh, good morning dear."

"Haha, it is already noon. Get up, we are seeing Twilight today.

"Of course dear."

"I'll be at dad's memorial, clean up and meet me down there."

SILVER'S MEMORIAL

"When your mother arrives Aegis. I want you to remind her to be strong. She is slowly becoming weaker and I need you to remind her of who she is and the promise she made to me. Please do that son."

Luna walks up beside Aegis and gives him a swift peck to the cheek. Aegis looks at her with a smile then turns his attention to his father's memorial.

"Father wanted me to tell you to remember your promise to him. To always be strong Mom."

"I know Aegis, but it is not easy with all that's happening. I'll try though, for you and Silver dear."

"Let's go see Twilight, maybe a relaxing day will calm us down."

Aegis and Luna make their way to the castle gates. Beyond the gates, they begin their journey to Ponyville, a city they have not seen for a few years.

TWILIGHT'S LIBRARY

Aegis and Luna trail the path up to Twilight's home. As they are about to reach the door, they see it swing open and a familiar pony emerges.

"Alright Twilight, I'll come by sometime later this week. When I have more time, I will definitely be spending it with you. And one day it will happen, oh wow, the way you read books, gets my blood pumping."

"*giggle* You're going to be late for your appointment Whooves."

"Oh, they can wait Twilight"

Whooves turns around and nearly jumps at the sight of Aegis and Luna.

Luna and Aegis smile at the sight of the embarrassed doctor.

"So, Whooves, what have you been up to lately?"

"Oh, you know Princess Luna, just helping others out; have a lot of appointments lately."

"Twilight had an appointment for today? Never seen you do a house call before Doc."

"Oh… Uhh… It is something I have recently begun doing. Twilight here was feeling very very… ill."

"Does everyponys reading "get your blood pumping" ? Or just Twilights?"

"Well, Princess Luna, this most certainly was a nice visit, but I surely must be on my way and all. Many appointments scheduled for today. Busy busy. Have a wonderful day you two."

With that said, Dr. Whooves bolts towards back Ponyville. Aegis and Luna laugh and knock on Twilight's door as they enter.

"Evening Twilight, guess who."

"Wow, look who finally decided to stop by. It has been awhile you two. How is everything?"

"Could be a whole lot better Twilight. However, I will explain that when we get the group together. You know if everyone is free today Twilight?"

"I think Pinkie was pretty busy at the bakery, so I don't think she will be able to visit."

"Huh, what a tragedy, atleast today will be quiet and calm."

Twilight turns to Luna, who has been silent the entire time.

"Princess Luna, are you alright?"

"Huh? Oh, yes Twilight, just a lot on my mind. Where we going to go see the others now?"

Twilight looks over at Aegis with a frown. Aegis just shrugs his shoulders.

"Sure mom, we will head out to Sweet Apple Acres, got a feeling we can pick up Rainbow Dash and Applejack there."

SWEET APPLE ACRES

"Phew, enough hard work for ya today Rainbow?"

"Haha, can handle anything you throw at me Apples. Now, what do I get for helping you with apple bucking?"

"Hold your horses, Ah haven't forgotten about ya sugarcube."

Rainbow Dash and Applejack walk to a nearby apple tree and rest after a long days work. Applejack folds her arms as she lies down. Rainbow rests her head on Applejack's back.

"Hmm, Ah reckon you can pick your reward. My treat for all your hard work today."

Rainbow Dash grows a sly smile as she nuzzles Applejack's neck. Applejack blushes and bites her lip. Rainbow moves to lightly kissing her neck. Applejack closes her eyes as her heart begins to race.

"Whoa whoa. Calm down you two."

Rainbow and Applejack snap to attention. Embarrassed and cheeks deep red as they watch Aegis walk over, accompanied by Luna and Twilight, who are giggling and making remarks behind him.

"Save that for later today you two, you have company."

"Oh, don't you worry sugarcube, we will continue later tonight. Now, long time no see, where in the hay have you two been?"

"We planned to come earlier, but it seems things continue to pop up at the worse times."

"Huh? What do you mean?"

"I'll explain when we gather Fluttershy and Rarity."

"Dear, Twilight and I can go get them, they don't live to far away. Will you be ok here with Applejack and Rainbow?"

Aegis looks over to Rainbow and Applejack. Applejack winks and looks over at Rainbow who has a smirk on her face. Aegis returns his look over to Luna.

"I'm sure I'll manage mom."

Twilight heads off to fetch Fluttershy just a few moments away from the farm. Luna flies off to Ponyville to gather Rarity from her salon.

"Hey Aegis, let's go the barn, have a lot to catch up on don't we?"

"Ah think Rainbow's right sugarcube, the barn is quiet and private. Perfect place for the three of us ah reckon.

Luna and Twilight return about an hour later. Aegis, Rainbow and Applejack are sitting under the tree, smiles on face.

"Now sugarcube, I hope you know what you got yourself into."

"Im sure i do. Thank you Applejack, Rainbow."

"No problem bud."

The others merge into the conversation.

"It's good to see everypony again, been so long ladies. Anyway, last night, Canterlot was attacked. I do not know the reasoning, but I know the unicorn that did; He said his name was Sanguinis."

Twilight gave off a confused look at the mention of the name.

"I know I have heard of that name somewhere… Sanguinis… I'll have to research it when I get back to the library."

"I wanted to tell you ladies because I want your help in taking him down.

Aegis feels a sharp pain in his head again.

"Son, this is not a wise choice, regardless if you have their help, it will not be enough"

"Aegis, Tia told you not go anywhere. And your wounds are not completely healed yet…"

"I'm fine mom, That bastard got me by surprise the first time. I will be prepared this time. So, can I count on your assistant?"

Awkward glances are shared amongst each other. Soon Applejack and Rainbow step forward and speak.

"Aegis, Ah ain't so sure about this, I mean you are still healing."

"I mean, Apples and I will help, but you got to be sure you're up for it."

Twilight steps forward. Luna steps back as she becomes emotional.

"Aegis, we will assist you, but you're the only one who knows about this Sanguinis guy. We trust you, don't abuse that…"

"Thank you Twilight, we will meet here tomorrow afternoon and head out then. Better get home and rest up Luna. Getting late."

"I want him to feel proud of himself… but I cannot allow him to go and find Sanguinis… I must tell Tia."