Twilight headed out the door, with her crown on her head (for Rarity to see of course, the white mare would be distressed if she didn't see Twilight wearing it). Flash Sentry guided her through the castle, to its train stop. Twilight ceased her steps when in front of the train, memories almost leaking from the vehicle. The purple alicorn just loved the Friendship Express, it was basically the embodiment of joy.
"Ah, Princess, ah understand how beautiful my train is, but we're not able to leave without by tha order of Celestia."
Smiling sheepishly, Twilight finally boarded the Friendship Express, headed to Ponyville.
Flash was somewhat angered by the youngest Princess's behavior. He never had the luxury of first class seating by himself, and when it was offered (for free!) to the Princess and she turned it down, he was almost gasping in shock. She seemed so ungrateful for the riches put at her feet. Having grown up in a low-class family, he never had the things she had all her life.
As frustrated as he was, it was a guard's duty to remain silent and respond only to orders. Sentry was certainly not keen on getting fired.
Twilight trotted off the train, looking for her escort. She smiled happily at a familiar face, but her expression faltered as she examined the pink pony. She seemed devoid of any life, with her hair straight and appearing to have slightly less color. The alicorn's pace slowed as she was headed towards her friend. Pinkie started to make a hesitant smile, and Twilight felt that if at least her friend didn't lose her smile, there was still hope.
To the purple mare's surprise, the Element of Laughter bowed slightly to her presence. Before Twilight could comment, she was embraced in a warm hug. In a mix of incoherent words and sobs, the pink pony greeted her friend,"Twilight! I've missed you so much! We've got soooo much to talk about! You've been gone two months and so much has happened! A week ago I found Rainbow's secrect supply of cider and I…."
Yes, everything was going to be alright. Fluttershy wouldn't want her to be stuck in a rut, she'd want Twilight to make the best of her situation. Twilight owed the Pegasus that much, at least.
Newly formed, 875302FS snuck out of its castle cell using its ability to dematerialize, the hive demanding its presence. With the security, though, it would be risky to continue. 875302FS located the nearest security guard, knocked him out with a swift punch where it would not hurt …much, put him in her cell, and made sure he'd be comfy when he awoke. Satisfied, it made its way out of the castle, masquerading as the guard pony. It set off towards the hive, naturally knowing its way.
Truth be told, it was expecting better security in Celestia's castle, not to escape in half an hour.
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