The only thing she cared about was how Twilight had provided her the perfect setup to launch a perfect, foolproof and failsafe assault on Canterlot. I need to check with Twilight. "How are we going to get the message across with Twilight still mad at us? Standing before Chrysalis was a tall and thick stone gate, which opened immediately to reveal an equally tall iron portcullis. Just please, do not chastise me. You see, before I became Nightmare Moon, I shared rule of Equestria with my dear sister. ", "I failed the Element of Loyalty because I did not stand by you when it was needed most." Applejack couldn't help but notice the way they were looking at her. Barked Chrysalis. Within hours, the village was ablaze, and Chrysalis and her Changelings, with their prisoners in tow, proceeded to return to their hive in the mountain range known as the Black Widow's Peak. "It's alright Applejack. Cried Shining. The worst of it was from Celestia, whom Twilight idolised and worshipped even as a foal. ", "You were thinking about what had happened, weren't you?". Only he knows why I grieve at this time, and therefore I request that we be given our peace. It is the first half of a two-part season finale. You can still be angry at Twilight's friends, Shining Armor and Celestia, but not too much. However, that was the least of her concerns. "Sorry Cadance. They were all suffering equally as bad as she was, and thus they had to be there for each other and for Twilight especially. While it failed to, that didn't stop him from opening his mouth. It all started after we had arrived at Canterlot. I knew I couldn't trust you, yet I let my merciful nature get the better of me! "Aura? So, after checking to make sure Sweetie Belle was still sound asleep, and after spending roughly 15-20 minutes fixing up her mane and tail (and applying her make-up), Rarity left for Sugarcube Corner, but not before eating breakfast and leaving a little something for Sweetie Belle to eat herself. Said the youngest Royal Guard, a rookie by all appearances. "The Elements chose us because we were supposed to be the physical representations of what they stood for. "Yes ma'am!" Even if she had managed to find an answer, it didn't matter anyway. I need to know what she was doing the day of the invasion. Afterwards, I will update her on the situation". Fluttershy whimpered anxiously. Cadance took a moment to consider Rarity's offer. It was fortunate enough that Cadance already had Twilight's trust, given that she had no part in the betrayal, but she still had to ensure the latter was convinced enough to let the Mane 5 be heard. In fact, Twilight even saw her dump a bag of muffins ah' gave her in the trash! His strict side came to the fore once more. Meanwhile, Cadance and the Mane 5 had arrived at Golden Oaks Library, only to find the tall but humble treehouse shut up tight and covered by a large shield, which Cadance was quick to recognize as a spell cast by Twilight to keep out any unwelcome visitors, namely her former best friends. Said Luna, who had little idea her guests would be royal guards with very specific orders. Knowing his time was up, Aegis turned to face the victorious Changeling Queen. Now she knew what was going on, but then came the million-bit question; how would the events of the wedding affect her, and what would come in the future relating to that event that would also affect her? As for Celestia, even though her mane still billowed proudly from her scalp, she looked very forlorn and remorseful. Your first order of business is to split up every officer under your command into two groups. Asked Twilight from inside. Shining shares the same pain I do. "Indeed we are Princess." With that, Luna spread her wings, before flying off into the distance. "I didn't know that she wasn't the real Cadence! "I'm sorry Rarity, but it seems Twilight was right. All she was doing was trying to save your high and mighty flank from getting beat by the Changelings, and THAT is how you repay her?! Night and Velvet leaned in close; whatever news he had was obviously bad. She was failing to find words to counter Spike's arguments. Replied Applejack spiritedly. "Captain, I hereby bestow upon you the order of leading my forces in the assault on Canterlot, and any other town or villages I decide to conquer. It's been tough on all of us. It's not like she didn't make that clear after we defeated Chrysalis" Added Rainbow in annoyance. The shamed former groom felt antsy about the whole ordeal; now he was beginning to wish he hadnt taken on the extra order from Celestia. "Girls, remember what you learned. She was still listening, despite this. "If you think I'm gonna surrender, you're dead wrong Chrysalis. however what happens when her only chance is also in the mafia. With a look on her face that screamed "enough is enough", Celestia turned to Shining to issue orders. Maugrim added jubilantly. Added Pinkie. Initially, Rarity was met with no answer. Did you become Twilight's friends because you liked her and wanted to be best friends forever? ", "I did not forget!" "The wedding did go ahead, with Shining absolutely under the Changeling Queen's grip. Do you want me to cast this protection spell?". "Oh honey! Worse still, she couldn't comprehend just how little she cared for Twilight, compared to the amount of love and attention she gives to her animal friends daily. "General Skoula, I have just come up with an idea which could supplement our forces and bolster the success of the assault on Canterlot. Growled the commandant in annoyance. Behind him, the doors flung open to reveal Celestia's Royal Guards, with Luna following closely behind. With little hesitation, Shining followed Celestia through the doors, the guards saluting as she went. The Changeling Queen later returned to dispose of her by sealing her in the caves beneath the castle, so as to ensure she would not meddle with her plans again. As they were doing this, Commander Barbarousis had come up with an idea, one he thought would benefit the operation and the army immensely. Everypony has learned from their mistakes, not least the girls. Twilight faced him, neither smiling nor frowning. "Shininghow could you? They will no doubt be complemented by cavalry and supported by archers from the castle's parapets. I was just thinking about stuff. Speaking of the latter, Celestia was wondering, on a side note, where she was during the Changeling invasion. Grinning evilly, Chrysalis held little care for such a plight. All this was as per Shining Armor's orders to get Canterlot back to working capacity. Replied the four guards in unison, following Shining down the hall as he trotted ahead of them. "Well, there was the time Twilight went crazy about her friendship reports to Princess Celestia. It all started after we had arrived at Canterlot. I will run Canterlot into the ground, even if it takes my life.". "It's Spike. Tears began to flow from their eyes and everything, but most importantly, the last word had fallen to Twilight. This had left them both hurt and furious, emotions which Luna knew full well would suppurate and fester within their souls. In unison, the Mane 5 bowed their heads sadly. They had a job to do, and they would get it done. Somepony would probably catch us. Both Velvet and Night were awestruck. What I'm asking is if you know Twilight did something wrong as well?". ", "Thank you Princess." Only the Creator knew how long they were going to be there, but that mattered little to Cadance. "Is that so?" Silence fell over the room once more. ", "Canterlot nearly fell, because of the collective incompetence of myself, Captain Armor and the Element Bearers. Thus, she decided to take it upon herself to talk things out with them. You just need to know how to get the message across. The time has come for Canterlot to learn the true strength of the Changelings". With those words, Twilight melted into Fluttershy like ice over a warm fire. "Of course we did!" "I'll talk to her first Rarity, let her know you all feel terrible for what you did and you want to apologize. Prepare your troops for battle!". With that, Twilight galloped back upstairs, utterly offended. And all this came from me feeling alone and abandoned, just like Twilight was.". A heavy price to pay, perhaps not one more heavy than that of death, but it was still a loss that affected you deeply. Despite being originally hesitant, Applejack quickly swallowed her sorrows and stepped up to the plate. Has Twilight ever been wrong about something before?". "Listen up Changelings!" Every second of her absence is killing me. "Cadance, I need you to talk to Twilight, because she needs to know I am extremely sorry for what I have done. "You see, I'm worried about the threat from the changelings." Although the changelings along with their queen, Chrysalis, had been defeated during the royal wedding, no one could be certain where they . Now ah' know it may seem pointless to be getting upset about trashed muffins, but the point ah'm making here is that the real Cadance would have loved what we did for the wedding. As she began to sob once more, Spike immediately took the mare in his arms, consoling her for all she was worth. But in that fateful moment, everything changed. All of this was going down a pair of raging waterfalls that flowed down the mare's face. It described how Chrysalis and her Changelings had attacked the village and completely incapacitated and harvested the Royal Guard garrison stationed there before setting the village's homes alight, capturing the residents and harvesting those who tried to resist. Asked Applejack. Replied the alabaster unicorn. The memories of that dreadful episode of her life were rushing back into her mind. She's first skeptically about meeting new people, but when she discovered the magic of friendship, her life becomes a little happier. Tone asked flatly. Chrysalis delayed her response, taking a moment to ponder the plan. That was all it took for Celestia to collapse into Shining, sobbing in despair. "Please Captain, lead the way. He was still her loyal assistant, and as such he would follow up on his role's job description, as well as the promise he made to himself to never leave her again, following his forgiveness by Twilight. We'll let you in, but they are not allowed on this property!" But if there's anything wrong darling, just talk to me, alright?". "Come on girls. In response, Dark Shroud, another of Chrysalis's officers, and one of the most experienced in her army stepped forth. As for the other group of officers, they are to take their men and assist with reconstruction efforts wherever they are needed.". The girls did not move a muscle, stuck in a shocked trance. Two wrongs never make a right and when I say that, I meant it doesnt matter how out of order Twilight was when she confronted the queen. Criminals, thugs, dissidents and individuals who resent the treasured Equestrian values of friendship and harmony. Trotting through the castle's long and myriad hallways, he finally came across Celestia's private study, guarded by two of his men. Muffins which ah' and the royal cooks had spent so much time working on! Celestia moped, acknowledging her captain's first name for the first time in a long time. She wondered what could be so important that the Princess needed to speak to her personally. With that, the Mane 5 began to move out of the treehouse, one by hesitant one. The train had now reached the midway point on its journey and yet, Twilight still did not feel at peace. "They were shocked and angered by what I told them. Said Alkaios. The reason is that in light of my most recent actions, as well as those of Captain Armor and the Element Bearers, Canterlot nearly fell.". I just didn't think that what I did would hurt her so badly. You may proceed with the mission.". Asked Granny Smith. While the latter would be pleased to see her again, the presence of the girls would equate to a presence entering her home that was never welcome from the day they had first met. I'll never leave you Twily" Said Cadance soothingly. ", "I got called into a meetin' with Granny Smith and Big Mac. She seemed lost in thought, but to be sure she was OK, Spike decided to get her attention. They are led by Cadance, the Princess of Love and their mission is to broker a renewed peace with Twilight. Rainbow tried going after him, but Applejack raised a hoof to stop her; it was best that they did not disturb either Spike or Twilight at this time. He was delighted Twilight was able to forgive him, but the question remained; would she be able to forgive the others? "You have nothing to be sorry for. The answer seemed glaringly obvious; Chrysalis had magicked Luna to sleep, before taking her back to her quarters to make it seem as if nothing had happened. Rainbow cut in. Taking a deep breath, Spike proceeded to talk. Adventure. How much she cared for Twilight was made obvious after she scolded us for betraying her, and we didn't realize it until then just how much everything made sense! "Excellent." Could this be the most important moment in our lives? Everything she had been through, especially the part where Twilight drilled the thought of her untimely death into her head, had finally caught up with her. Don't forget what you have learned!". The two princesses stayed close so that one could be there for the other in times of distress, but for now that was not to be as Luna was monitoring reconstruction efforts down in the city. Chrysalis's threat was met with laughter from the Guards, angering her greatly. We will never-". However, teams of my pegasi will dive bomb the Guards and engage them from behind, allowing our troops to move in and finish them off. It was just a slip of the tongue. 60,737 hits today, 1,481,371 yesterday, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic Fanfiction The pain must be excruciating, for want of a fitting word. Not to mention how foalish we had all been!". Luna was dismayed. Spike gently stepped inside, with intent to repent. Marching up to the doors, still wearing his ceremonial Mareish Guards dress, Shining motioned to four of the eight throne room guards standing before him. After taking the moment to scratch the remaining figments of dirt out of her mane, she took a seat opposite Fluttershy. ", "Of course your Majesty" Blade hissed in response. That lesson was to never ignore the concerns of your friends, no matter how small. "Thank you Luna. What if she really was just going through a hard time? That was the question burdening Applejack's mind, however. Everypony, meet Celestia.. You all know me for the Luna mobile, but now I have her sister: A 4th gen Pontiac Firebird. "We won't leave you ever again.". As for Spike, he was very much pushed to his limits here. Cadance interjected. "Major Shroud! Her ability to see into ponies dreams had also refined her ability to sense their emotions as well. Although taken aback, Shining settled into his role, doing his best to soothe the tormented alicorn. Cadance was left with the job of escorting them out. For now, it was just her and Twilight. Chrysalis cackled evilly. "All I cared about at that point was being a bridesmaid, and the added honour of mingling with Canterlot's nobility. The walls, floor and roof were cast marble, a red carpet stretching from the door to Celestia's bed, equally an impressive sight as the room itself. With another sniffle, Celestia recalled what she had sent Shining out to do. Luna's remark made the couple raise their brows in surprise. Celestia started tossing and turning, her hooves planting themselves against her temples. With that, Fang departed the throne room, but not before bowing to Chrysalis, who prepared to issue the day's final orders. Spike looked back at the girls, angered. ", "That's not the point Princess! Now it was clear to them just how much Twilight valued her friendship with them, as well as her relationship with her brother and with Celestia. "Come in!" His attention soon returned to the royal sisters, who were just finishing up Luna's interrogation.