There… all better. Pear Butter said to herself as she got the living area all cleaned up. Looking outside out of the broken window Pear Butter could only hope the sun would rise up soon,and wondered who would break into a window like this she wondered. Looking at Spike she worried about his safety. A knock was heard on the door. She wondered who it might be. Opening the door slowly she saw who It was. Howdy ma'am there may I enter. Her husband jokingly said. Oh honey it's you. She told her husband.I know I should've came back awhile ago. She explained. But this place where the princess student I decided to clean it up to clear my mind of what is happening. Yeah I know.Bright Mac replied to her. So where's Apple Jack or the other girls she was with. They went to the forbidden woods otherwise the Ever Free Forest. What?! Bright Mac said in terror.Why are they there? They trying help Dusk,he went into that Forest all by himself. Why he go there? Or what's in that forest any how? Bright Mac asked his wife There's an old castle there. It contains something called the Elements of Harmony. It's something that can defeat that Lady of the moon that appeared at town hall. With a worried look. Bright Mac said to his wife. Oh boy. I hope our daughter doesn't get into any trouble or any of them. Indeed. Pear Butter told him. Well got anything else besides cleaning? Because the library looks pretty decent. Yes but… Pear Butter started to say.But what? Bright Mac asked. Let's bring him along. Pear Butter said looking at Spike still sleeping in his cot. As she carried him. Remembering the letter. Oh I mustn't forget this… What is it? Said Her husband . It's a letter written by his brother to send to send to Cantorlot at certain time. As they closed the door behind them.
As Rarity,Apple Jack,Rainbow Dash,Fluttershy,and Pinkie Pie. Continued to,lay still on the ground on the forbidden forest. The beast of the woods came to observe them before the could approach however. The mysterious female hooded Clocked figure come and told back back away. With that beasts did as she told them,holding a container in her hands she told the unconscious five girls. Not to worry ladies for these recipes well wake you from this sleeping spell. As she opened the lid and covered her nose. Though it might give an unpleasant smell .As she coughed and walked away. After a few moments the girls were awoken from the aroma inside the container. Oh heavens what is that smell. Complained Rarity. Yeah smells like someone's unwashed gym bag. Replied Rainbow. How did that container get her anyway? A.J asked. I don't know but my pinkie sense there's someone else in these woods maybe they're helping us. Pinkie said as she smiled. Well whoever they are, let's focus on kicking some nightmare butt.Told Rainbow. Yes. Complied Rarity let's get away from this foul stench. As the girls left Fluttershy who was now awake could've sworn she saw someone among the bushes and trees before Rainbow called her name. Oh coming. She said as she ran to keep up. Just hope Dusk hasn't gone too far. He won't make it without our help. I'm more concerned he'll steal all the fun. Dash told Apple Jack. I'm pretty sure this isn't going to be fun. A.J thought.
Spike? Spike? Oh Spiiiiiike. The Apple Blooms voice said in merry tune. Awoken by the youngest daughter of Sweet Apple Acres. Spike asked her what she was doing at the library? Library? She said. This isn't the library it's my families home at Sweet Apple Acres. WHAT?! Spike said shocked. Opening his eyes The green haired imp looked around and knew he wasn't at the library he and his brother were. How did get her? Where's big bro? Who? Said a confused Apple Bloom. Dusk. Answered Spike. Looking out the window and looking at a nearby clock. Spike knew he hadn't dreamed of the event of Night of Moon. Looking at Apple Bloom the Pointy eared imp ask again where Dusk was. Oh well she scratched. Her head. I think he went off into the old castle in the Ever Free Forest. What's a castle doing in the middle of a forest? Beats me. She told him. But my sister and the other girls you guys met are heading heading in there help him. Well good luck with that my big bro is very stubborn when it comes to people wanting to help him. Yeah my sister can stubborn as well as granny. Just than the door to the room opened. Oh your awake. Said Pear Butter. Well if your hungry were makin somethin it'll be ready soon. As she left. Oh there's somthin you need to know your brother as she handed him a note and scroll your brother wanted you to send this Cantorlot when noon comes I don't know what's written but… I do know I heard ma and pa talkin about someone by the name of Gleming Shield. Oh know who she is. She my big bro's older sister. Well it's almost feedin time you commin? Sure. Spike told Apple Bloom. As they headed down.
Ahead of the girls and no distractions,Dusk was reaching the old abandon castle in recorded time. After crossing the bridge from the main land to where the castle was now in reach of of the Elements of Harmony. Seeing the castle up ahead it looked like it seen better day, after being abandon for centuries. Though having no time for distractions Dusk was in awe about the entrance when he saw two large female statues near the entrance. Though old and ancient were still in somewhat good condition. One on the right he definitely his mentor princess Celesta with symbols of the sun on it. The other on the left he didn't recognize though it had the symbol on the moon on it. Thinking of his past experiences with the Princess Dusk remembered that she once had a younger sister,whose name was Luna. He remembered Celestia speaking about her sister a few occasions, she told him they used to rule together her during the sun her sister the night. But when asked where she was Celestia did not answer. If they'd used to rule together than what happened? Dusk tried to think, putting two and two together. Could it be Nightmare Moon killed Luna and attempted to plunge the kingdom into eternal darkness. Thinking further this might explain why Celestia seemed sad during the times during the Summer Sun Celebrations,even though she tried to hide it. With new determination Dusk said to large statue of Celestia. Don't worry princess I shall avenge what Nightmare Moon has done. The main castle doors which were still there were surprisingly easy to open given how this was where capital of Equestria was. Unbeknown to Dusk when he opened the door. A dark force was watching him. When Dusk entered the castle the dark entity went into the forest. To ensure they will be no distractions. Inside Dusk saw what used to be the royal throne room of his mentor and her sister. He also saw in the middle of the former throne room was what he was hopping. The of Elements of Harmony. He said. The Elements he saw were in shape of orbs. Resting on some sort statue. Before Dusk could grab one of them they'd suddenly started levitated out of his reach. He heard a laughing cackle. That's when Goddess of the night appeared before him. Well well seems we can't stop bumping into each other. Ha ha ha. She mockingly laughed. Dusk gave her an angry look. You honestly thought that I'd allow you to use the the very things that imprisoned me, on that cursed moon? She asked.I will use them. Dusk told her. Even if it means that I have to sacrifice myself in order to send you back to where you came. Oh really? The nightmare goddess said with an intrigued smile. Well than lets take this fight else where. She told Dusk. I would like to see how Celesta trained her top student. As both of them teleported away.
Come on Rarity stop dragging your feet and move your butt. Apple Jack scaldingly said to her. While trying to get to the castle. Yeah we can't let Dusk take all the glory for defeating Nightmare Moon,I got a reputation to up hold of I'm ever going to get into the wonder bolts. Before A.J could reply to Dashes comment. Rarity said to them. Well excuse me. She said in a snooty tone. It's just it's been awhile since I've been out on a walk this long, especially now since all of Equestria is depedning on us,and Dusk as well. Well we ain't gonna save Dusk or Equestria if don't hurry. Apple Jack argued with her. Among the squabbling the dark force of Nightmare Moon spotted them and started to possess the trees a plants in the area. While distracted by the quarreling both Fluttershy was not aware of the possessed tree that was extending its roots towards her. At this momment Pinkie felt a twitch. she looked and looked under her friend Fluttershy and seeing a root of the tree encircling her one ankle. Before she warn her the root violently pulled and dragged her on the ground. Her scream for help finally got Rarity,Apple Jack, and Rainbow to stop pickering,and Apple Jack. Said Don't worry I'm coming. She managed to free Fluttershy using her great strength. As she kick though the wooden root. You alright? I'm fine. Fluttery told A.J. As she stood up . All were looking at the The tree that attacked her it somehow had a mouth and eyes that were staring at them. Suddenly,as the girls looked around more trees with mouths eyes attacked. Weaving their branches and uprooting their roots the girls fled as fast as they could. Tell me Rainbow is this the kind action you've been wantin? Apple Jack sarcastically asked. Dash didn't answer but gave her an annoyed protected everyone with her magic but was still exhausted. About five minutes when they started running the started acting normal,as they were standing still not moving with that all girls stopped as they catch theirs breaths. Do you think we're safe? Rarity asked Apple Jack. I don't know with this forest being unpredictable as such. Well I'm glad we just to rest and… Before Rarity could finished her sentence,she and the other girls saw a huge beast like creature coming towards them. This was no ordinary beast turned out to be a manticore. An animal like creature with a head and body of a lion but, also possessed tail of a scorpion,and wings of dragon. Looks like our troubles haven't ended here. A.J told the girls. Stand back. Rarity told the forest creature. I have magic and I'm not afraid to use it. As Rarity and the rest of the girls stood their ground. What looked like what going to be a stand off between a manticore and 5 girls Fluttershy suddenly stood between them. Please she said to the manticore. Let us pass we only wish save a friend of ours. The manticore roared but not loudly. What's going on ? Is she really talking to Manticore? Rainbow asked. Well that does seem what she's doing. A.J answered. Come on tell me what's wrong? Fluttershy asked the large beast. Despite its huge height the manticore was Hesitant, but lifted its front left paw to show a splinter. Oh I see. Fluttershy said as she called out to her. Wondering what going on Rarity asked what was happening? Fluttershy told her of the situation,and Rarity saw the splitter embedded in the manticore paw. Very well…said Rarity. Just be gentle. Fluttershy's told her. In few moments the fashion designer of ponyville managed to get the splitter out with little force. There.. Rarity said as was unexpectedly licked by huge beast of the forest. Rainbow laughed at Rarity reaction as the manticore fled. Alright enough of this let's.. A.J stated to say when the still trees came to life again their faces looking at them. Oh no not this again said Rarity. Hey everyone look at me. Said the of voice Pinkie Pie as she juggled a bunch pinecones. Making the trees along with girls confused. What is she doin? Asked Apple Jack. No clue. Dash answered. After 3 minutes of juggling Pinkie walked back and seemingly trip on a tree root and fell on her rear as the pine cones she was juggling flew though the air and hit on the head. The trees watching laughed. Before anyone knew it the trees turned back into their still selves again. After this Pinkie and the rest girls saw a dark flying through the air. See? what I tell ya? Said Apple Jack This is the cause of Nightmare Moon. But why is she doing this? Fluttershy asked. Because she doesn't want recuse my poor Dusk that's why this is a distraction. Which is why we need to hurry. Well I'll see ya girls when I'm done. Rainbow Dash hold up. Apple Jack said as she and the others hased after her.
"At Cantorlot castle two guards stood at their positions near the royal throne room. Morning should have arrived. Said the right guard to his fellow guardsman. From what I've heard this the second time this has happened in a thousand years. Told the left guard. So the Princess knew all about this? The right guard asked. I believe so. Answered the left gaurd. Why didn't we prepare for this? The right gaurd asked. We could've evacuate the citizens of the that small town. Before the left guard could answer. Both saw a figure running towards them. They prepared themselves to defend the throne. Until both saw who it was and stood at attention. It was Gleaming. Is Princess Celestia alright? She asked them. Yes. The left guard said to her. She's still in the throne room. Good. As walked passed them. Opening the door as it closed behind her. I thought she was with Prince Miaroré Romano. The left gaurd said. Who? The right guard asked. The ruler of the Crystal kingdom you idiot. Oh. The Right guard said. Inside the royal throne room Celestia guards armed guard prepared to attack but stopped abruptly when they saw who it was. It's the Captain. Said one of them. The guard in charge said. Captain we didn't expect you. I here to speak with Celestia Gleaming told him. Oh.. He said. She's still on here throne guarding the Tabnacle we're here to provide her with aid. Very good lieutenant Noble heart. Gleaming said to him.As he and his guards went back into their positions. Celestia sat on her throne as she guards prepared to fight off her old nemesis. Normally the throne room was well lit,however with Nightmare Moon now free from her prison. Only a little light was allowed hiding portions, of the room and Celestia's face. Seeing Gleaming Shield her Protégé older sister. Her grayish magenta eye widen in surprise. Gleaming? She said as the captain of the royal guards took off her helmet and placed her right fist to her chest with a slight bow.I thought you were with… I came to see if you heard from my brother? Gleaming asked her. Unfortunately I haven't heard from him from the day before. The only thing I know he's still in Ponyville but doing what exactly is beyond me. Though I knew this evil was coming but…I am no longer connected to the Elements of Harmony these past thousand years of ruling Equestria. Elements of Harmony? told her. I was once connected to special gems Known as Elements of Harmony. These gems had a special power sealing away any evil that came before them. But now… She said in sad voice. I no longer have my connection to them,and you brother is now the only hope we have. Thats one of the reasons why sent him out in the first place. I see…Gleaming replied. I suggest you return and watch over Rome Im sure he's worried about you. And what about you? I will remain here guarding the most sacred place to Equestria. With nothing else to say Gleaming bowed before leaving the throne room. Looking to where Ponyville was Gleaming hoped her little brother was alright,and she was sorry for not believing in the dangers, Equestria was going to be in earlier. She prayed for him to just come back alive. As she prepared to leave.