(( I wanted to give you guys SOMETHING at least! Well, here's chapter uno'! I'll be gone for the weekend, but upon my return I shall update my other two stories- I promise! I hope you enjoy this lil' chapter I whipped up for now though! And thanks for reviews and favorites so far! Stay tune, everpony! ;D ))
The dark blue mare trotted back and forth in the large bedroom, cyan eyes glued to the tiled floor as her thoughts raced. Two days ago she had given her complaints to her older sister, and she had never gotten a reply. In fact, her and Celestia hadn t spoken since then.
She hoped that she hadn't offended the Princess. But something in the back of her mind made her have a good feeling that she did. A sigh escaped from her as she continued to pace effortlessly, hooves clacking against the floor. Maybe she needed to go confront her. Let her know she was sorry for the way she acted.
The mare paused as this thought occurred to her. Yes...Yes, she should apologize. Turning she trotted quickly towards the giant doors of her sleeping quarters- hopefully she could reach her sister before she started her daily routine.
Just as her horn had started to glow with an aura that also surrounded the door's handles, ready to open them they swung open- but not by her doing. She was greeted by a taller figure of another mare- one with a white coat and flowing, radiant hair full of different pastel-like colors. A mare she knew as Celestia, and her sister.
The Princess of the Sun looked to Luna with a soft gaze. "Hello sister. It's been a while- I hope you aren't mad about my absence." She stated openly, eyes still watching her own. So Luna wasn't the only one who felt compelled to give an apology...
Her younger sister shook her head. "No sister, I was just about to come find you."
"Oh?" Celestia questioned.
"Yes." She took a step forward. "It is I that should be apologizing to you, dear sister. Thou-" She paused to catch herself. "You..didn't deserve to be the target of my sudden outburst of emotions. And for that I am deeply sorry." She concluded her sentence with a frown, looking like a shunned and lost puppy.
All the while though, her sister didn't seem the slightest bit offended or to have a change of appearance. She still had her soft gaze as she let her words sink in. There was a moment of silence before she spoke up. "It's alright Luna. I understand."
"You...You do"? The younger one shocked.
"Yes." She replied.
"That...That makes me..."
"You want more responsibilities. You want to feel important, like every other pony in the castle." She responded, lifting a hoof to place it on her shoulder. "What I should of noticed ahead of time was that I was not treating you like a Princess, but like a normal subject here. And that isn't acceptable."
Luna watched her quietly before cutting in. "Sister..."
"No Luna, it's much alright. In order to fix this mishap, I have decided to give you another duty. But this time, one more important." Celestia couldn't help but smile as she saw her sister's eyes light up. "You will be accompanying my faithful student, Twilight Sparkle, for a week at her residence in Ponyville. You will watch and observe how she studies, and get to know the area better."
For a moment she watched Luna's expression fall a bit before adding, "But there is more to it. Lately Twilight has seemed...Different." Her words hushed. "I'm not sure why. I want you to watch, sister. Find out why my star pupil has been acting the way she is. Once the week is over I hope you will have found an answer for me."
"Oh sister, that is...I.." At that moment, Celestia was the one who was surprised now. She had never seen Luna so...happy. She started to hop around happily, acting much like a familiar pink mare she knew.. "Sister, that is wonderful news! I will not let you down, I promise you that! When do I go? When do I start?"
"I was thinking now, actually."
She paused and turned to her, her smile turning into a grin." Really? I suppose I should head out then- does Twilight Sparkle know?"
Celestia gave a nod. "She believes it's another one of your trips to learn the ways of the regular, every day ponies. Which in a sense, it is. She does not know the other motive behind it though, no."
Luna grinned wider. "That is perfect. I will go now." She trotted by her sister quickly, seeming excited about her new mission. She stopped mid stride though, turning. Offering her older sister a warm smile. "I thank you, dear sister."
The other nodded, returning the smile. "And you are welcome."
The sun was shining brightly over the small town of Ponyville. Various residents wandered around, participating in their everyday activities. Fillies happily played fun games of hopscotch and other games in Sugar Cube Corner. They would laugh though as the cheerful mare everypony knew would hop in, giving a silly expression or telling a amusing joke. Also taking place in some of the foal games.
After a round of hide n' seek Pinkie Pie waved a hoof in the air. "Thanks for the giggles and fun! Keep playing, I'll be right back in a doosy!" She then hopped off, grinning her trademark grin. A shocked gasp escaped from her though as she came to an abrupt stop.
The alicorn stood in front of her, forcing a small smile. "Hello again Pinkie Pie. It's nice to see you fit and healthy still. By any chance have-"
"Oh, Princess! What an unexpected, and by unexpected I mean totally expected by my anyways, surprise!" She smiled goofily and hopped forward. "What brings you to Ponyville?"
Luna raised an eyebrow. "As I was trying to say, I'm looking for Twilight Sparkle. Ha-"
"Ooh, Twilight? I know where she is! Just follow me!" The happy mare replied, turning to trot off. The Princess grumbled in response and followed after her. She still hadn't gotten used to that obnoxious, bubbly nature of hers...
The two proceeded to go through Ponyville, Pinkie Pie waving mid walk to various ponies who gave their hellos. Luna felt a bit awkward as they went along...She didn't know anypony s name. They were her subjects...It made her feel rather bad. She was nearly positive that her sister probably knew most of the ponies names.
Eventually they came to the library, the one Twilight Sparkle lived in. Pinkie Pie wasted no time entering, keeping her happy smile and attitude as she did so, a quiet alicorn following in after her. "Yoohoo, Twilight! Are you in here?"
"Pinkie, is that you?" The purple mare called out, coming out of one of the nearby rooms the greet her. The minute she saw the Princess her eyes widened. "P-Princess Luna! What are...And with..Pinkie Pie?"
"I brought her to you, silly!" Pinkie replied for her.
"Oh...Well, thanks." Twilight gave a crooked smile.
"Oh, it was no problem really! I guess I ll leave you to along now- back to Sugar Cube Corner I go!" And with those last words she was out, off to cause more smiles and laughs for the other ponies.
Luna walked forward, her head turned however to watch the pink pony make her exit. "She certainly is a happy one, isn't she?..."
"Yeah, but that's what makes her Pinkie Pie. "Twilight replied, smiling brightly. "I wasn't expecting you today- not that it's an issue of course! It's always a pleasure to see the Princess." Twilight stammered. She always seemed to act that way at first around either Princess. That or very happy and excited..
"My sister suggested I come now..." She turned to look back at her with light blue eyes. "I hope tho-..You don't feel intimidated by me being here. I don't wish for you to feel that way." She gave a confident smile.
Twilight looked at her quietly for a moment before nodding, returning the smile. "Right."