When you have had a miserable life, the only thing you can do is tell why.

A prologue in a story of Epic proportions.

In 19th-century Equestria, Bon Valbon , who for decades has been hunted by the ruthless policepony Twavert after she breaks parole, agrees to care for factory worker Rartine's daughter, Apsette. The fateful decision changes their lives forever.