Much of Fimfiction's functionality requires javascript so we suggest you turn it on! Twilight made an effort to refute, but it fell on the painfully deaf ears of her brother as he continued, And she decided to replace her bridesmaids because she found out that the only reason they wanted to be in the wedding, was so that they could meet Canterlot royalty! Thus she knew what she needed to do. Rainbow Dash: How did you not notice?! On it, sugarcube. Applejack said, already trotting in the direction of the castle kitchens. Ah' did apologize to Twilight, twice! Said Luna, who had little idea her guests would be royal guards with very specific orders. Sonic: Again, sorry for not believing you. "Everypony calm down!" For once, she could take a moment to truly feel the atmosphere in the room, the strongest layer being Twilight's anguish and rage during her outburst, which brought forth the revelation that she could have . Celestia told her with a smile. It was like she was alone in a crowd of ponies. Shining shares the same pain I do. If Spike could tell she was still conflicted with the events of the wedding, then there was no hope of hiding it. 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. Twilight Sparkle: Evil! Hah! Having opened the letter and read its contents, Shining learned of how Chrysalis and the remnants of her army had attacked a settlement near the border, burning it to the ground and taking the inhabitants prisoner. If it had not been for Celestia, Twilight more than likely would've strangled him to death. After everything we've done together, all the good times we shared and the challenges we encountered together as friends, they betrayed me and left me to die! Celestia will retaliate, and it will be her intent to destroy us as a force once and for all. Unfortunately for Luna, she would be proven right as the group approached the throne room. "Oh honey! Pinkie rose her head above the display case, her expression a concerning mashup of a forced smile coupled with a miserable upper-half, which left Rarity mildly disturbed. His partner did the same, before stepping back to allow Shining access. " Applejack: I say we put together a plan so we can expose Cadance. Uh [sighs sadly, then turns to Twilight] I'm sorry about the whole "forget about being best mare" and "don't show up to the wedding" thing, I didn't know Chrysalis was disguised at the time. 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. We need to clean up this mess., Rainbow Dash, could you please remove everything sticking to the walls and windows? Back in the wedding hall, there was little more than seven ponies with the responsibility of Canterlot's invasion laid on their shoulders, a baby dragon devastated by Twilight's revelation, while also disgusted at his own reaction to the lavender unicorn's outburst at the wedding rehearsal. Shining Armor's protection spell will keep them from ever even reaching us! The reality was obvious: While they thankfully hadn't signed their death warrants, Shining, the Mane 5 and Celestia had condemned themselves to this hell they were living. No, thats not true. Furthermore, she did also upset the bride, my niece. With that, Spike began marching out of the room, tearing off his tuxedo as a symbolic reminder of the corruptive power of the wedding. Sonic: You are aware he only blew up half of my world's moon, right? Princess Cadance: [muffled] Look, we need to talk. Said source was Spike, who was facing the wall with his head bowed not in reverence, but in sadness. Cadance smiled, but whatever it was that was compelling her to smile felt incomplete. Royal weddings do bring out the strangest ponies. Unfortunately, in this scenario, there was no "would've". Please forgive me, I should've never left with the others. As always, I will guard the night. Knuckles: [looks outside, noticing Eggman's robots] What the? "Which is something I intend to fix immediately, because I'm planning a super special We're-Sorry-For-Betraying-You party just for you! Sonic: Yeah [to the Mane Six] Sorry we didn't believe you girls. Unable to compose herself any longer, the cowpony started sobbing. Cadance could do little more than stroke her mane with a free hoof while trying to soothe the unicorn with comforting words. Rarity added. She was deep in thought, as well as misery. Added Rainbow. Twilight happily checked the list with a big smile on her face. Sonic: What? All she cared about was just going back to her quarters, before crying her eyes out, packing her things and leaving Canterlot, wanting to get away from those who no longer cared for her. Said Applejack. Glaring into it, the flame produced a vision of Twilight in her library, reading through the lumps of friendship reports she and her former best friends had written over the months. Cut to Rainbow Dash, who shudders as a coin flies past her. All passengers, the next stop is Ponyville!". [Celestia was surprised but agreed anyway]. Fortunately enough for the elite Changeling spy, he did not have to wait long as around the same time Twilight and company had embraced each other in a hug, Blade soon reported back via telepathy. Ignoring the inquiries of Fluttershy and Applejack, she approaches the podium and points at Cadance, crying, "She's EVIL!" Obviously, Twilight would be irked at the presence of those who betrayed her and left her for dead, so Cadance knew that somehow she would have to explain things in such a way that Twilight's anger would subside, and she would listen. Right now, we need to get some beauty rest. "I'm shaking like a leaf. Twilight Sparkle: I've got something to say! You want to say sorry? [starts running at her]. Espio: We found them in the abandoned caves, Princess. It seemed for a moment she had the upper hand, until Chrysalis turned the tables and defeated her, an event which shocked us all." Trotting through the castle's long and myriad hallways, he finally came across Celestia's private study, guarded by two of his men. "I will not leave anypony to fall victim to the same force that once held me, certainly not this night, nor any other. He's my B.B.B.F.F! And honestly, if your sibling insulted your fiancee and offended him/her greatly, how would you feel (at least it wasn't as bad as in Elf when Walter said to Buddy once "You. Back at the castle, Princess Luna was holed up in her private quarters, furiously trying to win a game of Team Slayer on Halo 3's multiplayer, the game being set in the map Valhalla. To make matters worse, she was the Element of Honesty (or rather, the FORMER Element of Honesty) and therefore she couldn't tell a lie. 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. Just make this place suitable for a wedding again.. It is because of this that I understood why she was your student. Shinings heart sank deeper into his stomach. Twilight Sparkle: He is pretty special. Aunt Celestia asked me to tell you that if you wish to seek a private audience with her, you are more than welcome to do so. Soon, Shining Armour and Cadance went over to their wedding carriage to start their honeymoon. The Princess requests a moment alone with the captain.". [Cadance step back and glares at Chrysalis]. "Changelings! "Oh little Twilight Sparkle, I cannot imagine how much it must hurt to have been betrayed and left for dead by those you held close to your heart, those you loved. Twilight looked at Spike with a frank expression. Twilight Sparkle: [sighs] I messed up big time, didn't I? The words "You have a lot to think about" continued to ring throughout the young unicorn's head, a constant reminder of her loved one's betrayal. Did you become Twilight's friends because you liked her and wanted to be best friends forever? Just then, the conductor called out from the middle carriage. [laughs like a madman]. You didnt even give Spike a chance to choose the wedding or her!. It looks like most of the food was blown up, what with how much frosting is on the walls. Twilight frowned, looking around at the confection splattered walls in disbelief. The only question that lingered, however, was how long would that loyalty last? Designed and coded by knighty & Xaquseg - 2011-2023, Privacy "Royal Guards!" Twilight and her five friends here were suspicious of my behavior all along. Replied Shining. However, her memories did not betray her. Queen Chrysalis: Ah! Angel tried his best to comfort her, not knowing the reason behind his master's sorrow. I'm not gonna stand next to her! Princess Cadance: Maybe we should just ignore her. They had a job to do, and they would get it done. But worst of all, we threatened to plunge Equestria into eternal night, just so I could get my own self-gratification from watching the ponies celebrate my night. "Welcome back my Queen" Hissed Blade. With a look on her face that screamed "enough is enough", Celestia turned to Shining to issue orders. I just..". While there was no conflict outside, there was conflict deep inside. If Your Royal Highnesses would follow me? Rarity started herding the princesses out of the wedding hall. Sonic: [looks at the Mane Six] Again, we're sorry we didn't believe you six at first. Rarity, could you help the princesses get ready? Rarity had awoken from her sleep, groggy but quite well-rested. To make matters worse, he knew that it wouldn't end there. Robots, here? Barbarousis! I can let myself out. As the days passed, and my hopes turned into bitterness, you ignored it for the limelight, leaving me to succumb to my demons. I have to be elsewhere, so I must make my stay here as brief as possible. [leaves the pavilion, shutting the doors]. Go ahead. Applejack: Your brother's getting married? Celestia smiled responsively. the Mane 5 could do little more than look at each other, speechless and shaken. Shining Armor, in particular, was taking this harder than the others. What gives you the divine right to lecture us when you are guilty of the same sins?! Rarity moved to comfort her. Their disguises were as solid as their nerves. It was rather mysterious how Chrysalis got a hold of Princess Cadence without being detected throughout all of Canterlot, but what was even more mysterious was how nopony was able to notice that Cadence's behavior was a lot different from her usual self.