Day Out,Restored memories

Shadows P.O.V.

A few days have passed since I came here. True to her word, Princess Luna has kept here word and has come to visit me multiple times. Though she doesn't remember me, which I feel sad about, but not surprised.. However my thoughts are interrupted by Princess Luna busting in singing "The doctors say you are fit enough to leave. I have taken the night off to escort you around Canterlot until you get acquainted enough to find your way around." "Thank you Princess." I say as I stand up. "May I say you look beautiful tonight Princess Luna." "T-thank you." she says as a blush rolls up her check again. "Just Luna is fine though." "Very well Luna. Shall we go then?" "Of course. I have already filled out the paperwork needed to take you put under my care." "Thank you, Luna." We exited the medical ward and made our way towards the main gate leading into the city.

As we made small talk, I learned that she had now could fully control the moon and the night, while her sister held control over the day. "I've always enjoyed the night sky," I said upon hearing this, "It always held a sense of beauty and peace." "Thank you." she said with a faint blush on her checks. "Not many enjoy the night sky or its beauty." "I can't imagine why." I said. "The ponies here were scared and sleep through my night. Ever since Nightmare Moon, they have always been afraid of me." "If it makes you feel better, i'm not scared of you." "Thank you. It gladdens me immensely to hear you say that." She blushes yet again.

"So, where are we going?" I ask. "I thought that we could take a tour around the city, and maybe get some lunch." "Sure!" I agree. I think that I faintly hear her squeal in excitement. During our walk through the city, many stare at us. I guess that the princess don't take walks through the city often. However, something stops my thinking in my tracks. I see a cloaked figure stealthily making their way near us. I see a quick flash of metal, and realize he is holding a knife. Suddenly, he leaps towards Luna, knife in hoof. Luna is caught unawares, and I realize she won't be able to move out of the way. I react purely on instinct. I jump and slam into his midsection and he is thrown away from Luna and slams into a nearby wall. The crowd gasps at the sight and some scream and flee. Others back away and keep watching. The attacker started to get up, but I was on him before he could move. I grabbed their mane and heaved upward, bringing him up. I knocked the knife out of their hooves, and threw him to the ground. By now, there were Royal Guard pouring into the street.

They surrounded Luna, me, and the attacker. I threw the attacker in front of the Guard and spoke. " They attempted to kill The Princess." The Guards, upon hearing this, surrounded the attacker, and pulled the hood down. I saw the attacker was a white fur and maned mare, of about 30. She was apparently unconscious, as her head lolled about as the guards carried her back to the castle. I turned around, only to have Luna clench me tightly. "Shadow! I was so worried about you!" she said as I felt tears rolling down my neck. "Are you alright Luna?" I ask. "Yes, i'm fine. Thanks to you." She lets me go and gasps. "Shadow! Your Mark!" I take a glance at my flank, and sure enough, somethings different. Now, instead of a shield in front of a moon, there's a dark blue crescent moon emblazoned on the shield. "Strange." I say. "That's never happened before." "Do you think it's because you defended me?" "Maybe." I reply. "Shall we continue, Luna?" She nods in agreement, and leans towards my check. Before I can do anything, she gives it a quick peck. "T-thank you." she says as her face turns redder than a tomato. "Y-your welcome." I say, still slightly in shock from the kiss. Maybe she's starting to remember.

We continue our trip through the city. Luna is slowly moving closer to me, to the point at which she is nearly leaning into my side. Not that I mind though. We soon arrive at a fancy looking restaurant. We walk in, and a very surprised hostess greets us. We took our seats and ordered. While we waited on our main course, we made small talk. "So, Shadow. Where are you from?" Luna asked. "I am a traveler. I never really had a home." "Then what was your favorite place?" "That would have to be the Castle Of The Royal Pony Sisters. Before it was a ruin of course." Luna practically choked on her drink at hearing that. "YOU WERE THERE BEFORE IT WAS DESTROYED?" she almost yells. "Yea, I was. I stayed there a while. You wouldn't remember though. I believe your mother removed all memory of me. It would be better if we discussed this at the castle though." I see her eyes burning with questions, but she refrains from asking.

We finish our meal, and head back to the castle. "Follow me." Luna says, leading me tho the gardens. She leads me down a garden path that looks like it hadn't been used in years. We reach a small clearing covered with green grass and surrounded by trees. "Now we can talk in private. Just what the BUCK did you mean by I don't remember you?" she half yells, with a suspicious tone. "It would be easier to show you." I quickly put my forehead to hers and start the memory spell.

Flashback

Everfree Castle Gardens

Night time

1,123 years ago

3RD P.O.V.

A young filly is seen walking through the Everfree Gardens. "Shadow, you there?" the young filly calls out. A young colt walks out of a nearby bush. "I'm here Luna." he says. "Oh thank the stars I found you. Listen, you need to leave now." she says, worry lacing through her words. "Why" the young Shadow asks. "Mother is trying to find you. I heard she is going to lock you up in the dungeon and execute you!" Luna whispers, with tears in her eyes. The young Shadow is taken aback, wanting to believe that it's not true, but he trusts Luna with his life. "Are you sure?" Shadow asks. "Yes, Shadow, i'm sure. You must leave or you will DIE!" Shadow sighs, and turns to fly away. "Wait," Luna calls out. "Promise me you'll come back." she cries. "I

promise i'll come back one day Lulu. Nothing could keep me away forever." Suddenly, Shadow leans forward, and kisses the young Luna on her lips. "I love you Lulu". He then turns away and flies out of the Everfree. "I love you too." The young Luna says, a single tear falling to the ground.

FlashBack End

3RD P.O.V.

The two alicorns slowly wake up from the flashback. "Well?" Shadow says. "Did I keep my promise?" He is quickly interrupted by Luna launching herself forward and slamming her lips to his. "You did." she says softly. "I remember everything from when you were at the Everfree Castle. All the adventures we had." But then she slaps him. "BUT WHY DIDN'T YOU SHOW ME THAT WHEN YOU FIRST GOT HERE?" "I wanted to see if you would remember on your own." Shadow replies. "I suppose. But now I want to know something. Do you still love me?" "Yes, I do." he says. Luna heart flutters at that. And just to prove it, he leans forward, and kisses Luna. She snuggles up to him and they just lay in the grass, looking at the moon and the stars.

"I'm so glad you made me remember Shadow. I love you." "I love you too Luna. Don't ever forget that". They fall asleep like that, Luna snuggled up to Shadow, with his wings wrapping her tightly.