Within the shadows.

Within the shadows
Chapter 2
Twilight’s coronation.

“Wake up Twilight .” Said Celestia beginning to shake the lavender alicorn. Stopping only once Twilight had begun to stir.

“All right, I’m getting up. Is it sunrise already?” asked Twilight groggily.

” Indeed it is my dearest daughter, now come. We have much work to do.” Ordered Celestia walking out onto Twilight ’s balcony, and flying over to her’s to begin the sunrise.

“Good morning sister, how are you this morning?” said Luna when she seen her sister walking out. Having already come out to care for her duty of setting the moon.

“It is a wonderful day dearest sister, for now is the day that I can truly feel like I have my daughter back.” said Celestia beginning to raise the Sun.

“Yes, this is a truly joyous occasion dear sister.” said Luna. Lowering herself back onto her balcony as she set the moon. Twilight having come out to watch her aunt put the stars to bed.

“Are you watching me carefully Twilight ?” Said Luna as she cast the spell that would cause the stars to be dark for the day.

“Yes Aunt Luna, I’m watching very closely.” said Twilight watching as each and every star disappeared from the morning sky. It was a sight to behold, and Twilight could scarcely believe that soon enough she would be responsible for performing this task during every sunrise and sunset.

“Well, now that that’s done let’s go get some breakfast shall we?” Asked Celestia heading back into her bedroom.

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“So, are you feeling nervous Twilight ? Asked Luna looking over at her niece noticing that she had not touched her breakfast. The lavender alicorn turned to her with a start.

“What! Oh I mean a little. I mean I seriously have no idea what I’m supposed to say. Am I going to have a little help?” Asked the alicorn continuing to fidget with the spoon in her bowl of cereal.

“No, I’m afraid you can’t have any help, but trust me Twilight . We will make sure you properly prepared before sunset. I promise I won’t let you look like a fool in front of our subjects.” Said Celestia coming up behind Twilight and putting Twilight’s crown on her head. The silver tiara looked good on Twilight . The gems matched her hair perfectly, and the silver of the tiara complemented her pale skin.

“You always were meant to wear that crown, I’m ecstatic that it looks so good on you.” cried Celestia bringing Twilight into a tight embrace.

“Indeed it does. I’m so happy that Twilight is taking to being a Princess” said Rarity looking over at the mother and child. A small smile on her face.

” You know what this calls for, a party!” Squealed Pinkie her trademark smile on her face, jumping up and down.

“That’s what a coronation ceremony is Pinkie Pie. It’s to celebrate the crowning of a new Princess, and to wish her good luck as she begins a new chapter in her life.” Explained Celestia, smiling at the Pink earth pony.

“I still can’t believe that Twilight is a Princess, then again it’d explain why she’s such an egghead.” Laughed Rainbow Dash taking a large bite of toast.

“Y’all better be careful now Rainbow. Twilight ’s a Princess now; she could have you banished if she wanted.” Joked Applejack giggling at her own joke. Twilight however, did not look amused.

“You know I’d never do that Applejack you know that! The only pony who has ever been banished from Equestria was Aunt Luna, and you know that my mother had to do that!” Snapped Twilight glaring at Applejack.

“Oh come on sugarcube, it was just a joke. I know you’d never hurt one of us.” Said Applejack. Turning away from Twilight slightly embarrassed.

“I don’t really think Twilight’s in the mood for joking right now. I mean she has to go through the biggest moment of her life in a few hours. That’s got to be scary.” Squeaked Fluttershy looking at Twilight supportively.

“Indeed it is.” Said Celestia knowingly. “Speaking to all Equestria as a whole. All those ponies sitting there, watching you waiting for you to screw up. It can be daunting.” Shuttered Celestia. Remembering her first speech to her subjects.

“But I know Twilight can do it.” Said Celestia smiling and hugging Twilight .

“But what if I can’t do it mother. What if I screw up, what if I fail?” said Twilight beginning to cry, nuzzling her mother’s mane.

“You need to have more faith in yourself. You are only a young mare, and yet you've done things that most would say were impossible for any pony your age. Public speaking, why that’ll be easy for the pony that defeated Nightmare Moon and Discord, You have so much potential Twilight; all that’s left is to have faith in yourself my daughter.” Said Celestia wisely. Stroking Twilight’s wings gently, and holding her close.

“Ya Twi, you’re the smartest pony we know. Surely a little speech in front of thousands of ponies isn’t too much for the smartest and most powerful pony to ever come out of Princess Celestia’s school for gifted unicorns.” Cheered Rainbow Dash flying up and giving Twilight a noggie.

“Ow, knock it off Rainbow!” Ordered Twilight trying to get the rainbow haired Pegasus off of her.

“I don’t think so you big egghead. In fact, I think it’s time for a group hug!” Cried out Rainbow Dash, and as soon as she called that out. The five ponies, two alicorns, and one Dragon surrounded Twilight . Squishing the lavender alicorn into the biggest group hug she had ever had.

“You know, I think this calls for a picture.” said Celestia clapping her hooves together. Suddenly a guard appeared in front of them, holding a camera.

“Say cheese every pony!” Said the guard as he prepared to take the picture.

“Cheese!” cheered the group, and the guard snapped the picture.

“I think that turned out very well.” Said Luna holding the magically developed picture in her hoof, and looking at it.

“You know you guys are my very best friends, right? I’ll never let this change what’s between us.” Said Twilight looking at the five friends surrounding her, and the Dragon who she had raised from a little egg. Who felt like a little brother to her.

“Of course it won’t Twilight!” Said Spike, Hugging his makeshift older sister. “ So you may have to move here to the Palace and rule with Princess Celestia and Luna, but I’m sure what you have with the others will never change.” Finished Spike looking at the others.

“It sure as sugar won’t Twi!” Crowed out Applejack patting Twilight on the shoulder.

“Yeah, Hay if anything this just means I have a new friend to help me practice my moves for the Wonderbolts.” said Rainbow Dash wrapping her wing around Twilight .

“It’ll mean more parties for me to throw.” Squealed out Pinkie Pie “Oh by the way Twilight . Even though you have this coronation thingy, I’m still going to throw you a “Hey our best friend is an alicorn Princess!” party!” Cheered out Pinkie Pie.

“You’ve always helped me to take care of my animal friends Twilight . Even though you’re not going to be able to do that anymore, we’ll still always be friends.” Said Fluttershy also putting her wing around Twilight .

“It’ll be simply marvelous to have a princess as a best friend!” Screamed out Rarity grabbing a hold of Twilight ’s face.

“Oh, it’ll give me a reason to visit Canterlot all the time, and when I tell all the ponies that the princess is my best friend. They’ll have no choice but to invite me to all of the parties, oh all the business it’ll make for Carousel Boutique. All the ponies will want my fashion, when they see you Princess Twilight Sparkle wearing of all of my designs. To the Grand Galloping Gala, to the Royal events, and all of your parties. And then they will know that the most talented pony in the entire fashion world is Rarity the unicorn. Best friend of her Royal highness Princess Twilight Sparkle!” Squealed Rarity going on one of her classic rants, and rubbing her face up against Twilight’s.

“Now Rarity just because I’m a Princess now doesn’t mean that I’ve become your personal dress-up toy, and I certainly don’t want you using our relationship to pressure ponies to invite you to parties.” said Twilight seriously. Pushing Rarity away from her a little bit.

“Oh but Twilight you simply must wear formal attire. I mean you’re a Princess now. You simply must look the part.” Whined Rarity looking at Twilight with a slightly hurt look.

“Yes, I understand that Rarity, but again I say I’m not letting you use me as a dress-up doll. I’m sorry.” Said Twilight hugging Rarity.

“Yes you’re right. I guess I got a little carried away there but Twilight surely you’ll let me make you something for the gala, right?” Asked Rarity bowing in an apologetic manner.

“Oh Rarity, Please don’t bow I’m sorry I made you feel like you needed to apologize to me, and of course you can make something for me to wear to the gala. I mean the last dress you made me kind got destroyed didn’t it?” said Twilight trying to push her friend out of the bowing position.

“Speaking of making dresses.” Said Celestia coming up behind Rarity. “I’d like to commission you to make Twilight’s dress for tonight. You can use whatever materials you need from the Palace, and I’ll have the Royal seamstress help you.” Said Celestia

“Oh of course your highness it’d be my honor to make Twilight ’s coronation dress!” Screamed Rarity bowing over and over again to Celestia.

“Now, now none of that, my dear. You’re one of Twilight s friends, you don’t need to bow to me, and I’ve already seen your amazing work. I think it’d be an insult to your talents. If I did not ask you to do this.” Said Celestia hugging Rarity.

“Now then the guard will lead you to the sewing room. I think you’ll find the materials there to be the best in Equestria.” Finished Celestia letting go of Rarity and signaling the guard to lead Rarity to the sewing room.

Once Rarity and the guard had left Celestia turned to the others. “Now then as for the rest of you I think you should go and take in the sights. Go see all of what Canterlot has to offer until Twilight ’s coronation. It’s my treat.” Said Celestia smiling and tossing a large silk sack of bits to the others.

“Oh wow there’s enough money here to buy anything we could dream of! You’re sure you want us to have all this Princess?” Said Applejack, her jaw hitting the floor when she had opened the sack.

“Of course my dear. You are honored guests of the Palace, and besides that’s a paltry sum compared to what I’d be willing to give you for how many times you saved Equestria and kept my daughter safe.” Said Celestia bowing to the four other bearers of the elements of harmony.

“Aww shucks Princess, we were glad to do it. Twilight’s our friend, we’d never be able to forgive ourselves if we let something happened to Twilight, even before we knew she was your daughter.” said Applejack as they bowed as well.

“Thank you for saying that Applejack. Now then you girls have fun. Eat, drink, be merry, and do whatever you want to do until sunset. Meanwhile I, Twilight, and Luna have much to discuss. Said Celestia waving goodbye to the others and signaling that Twilight and Luna should follow her.

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“Now Twilight do you have any idea what you want to say?” Asked Celestia sitting in front of her daughter now that she Luna and Twilight were alone in the throne room.

“No, that’s what I’m so afraid of. I mean what am I supposed to say. I mean, it’ll sound kind of stupid if I’m all like. Oh hi everybody I’m Twilight Sparkle and I’m your princess who disappeared twenty years ago, but I’m back now. Ha ha ha ha ha ha. I mean, I’m all fine and good when talking to a small group, but this is the whole of Equestria here and I’m scared.” Admitted Twilight shaking a little.

“It’s all right hun, I understand what you’re going through, when I and Luna defeated Discord, and became the princesses of Equestria. We had no idea what we were supposed to say either, but we made it through all right. You will too. Perhaps if she’s willing to me and Luna can let you borrow the transcripts of our speeches when we first spoke to Equestria as a whole.” Said Celestia trying to calm Twilight down.

“Yes, that’s a good idea sister.” Said Luna “I’ll be right back.” Finished the midnight blue alicorn, leaving the room

“I’ll go get mine as well, Wait right here Twilight.” Said Celestia also leaving the throne room,
when they returned they were levitating two obviously ancient boxes.

“These are them, the scripts of the first speeches me Luna gave to Equestria. Study them well Twilight , because ready or not you will give your coronation speech tonight. You may use my study as you look them over and write yours. I know you can do this Twilight now go” ordered Celestia

“I won’t let you down mother!” Said Twilight as she left the throne room and headed off towards Celestia study.

“I know you won’t Twilight . I look forward to listening to your speech tonight.” Said Celestia looking at Twilight with a big smile.

Once Twilight had left Luna turned to her sister

“This isn’t just about Twilight’s coronation speech is it?” asked Luna looking at her sister with a worried glance.

“No Luna it’s not. Remember a little while before you left for Ponyville for your first Nightmare night celebration. When Spike called me to Ponyville, saying that Twilight was letting her worries get the better of her?” asked Celestia looking at the door with a troubled glance.”

“We remember sister what happened that day that has you so worried?” asked Luna also looking at the door with a worried stare.

“I never told you this but I had to save Ponyville from falling into complete and utter chaos.” Said Celestia shuddering at the memory of her daughter’s failed use of the want it need it spell.

“What happened?” Asked Luna hugging her sister trying to comfort her.

“Twilight missed a self-imposed deadline on sending me friendship reports, and caused the town to fall into disarray by casting the want it need it spell on an old stuffed toy of her’s. Simply because she was terrified that I would send her back to magic kindergarten for missing a simple deadline on friendship reports that didn’t even exist, so I need to know if she’s still like that, because now that she’s a Princess, if she falls into despair like that again. It could mean the end of Equestria.” Explain Celestia

“But Twilight’s older now. Surely she’s grown out of such childish fear? I mean surely you wouldn’t send her back to magic kindergarten now?” Asked Luna worried for her sister and her niece

“OCD paranoia never goes away Luna; it can get better as you grow older, but it never truly goes away, and if Twilight fails me again. I may have to do just that. I don’t want to, but if it means getting the help Twilight needs then I will send her back to magic kindergarten.” Cried Celestia collapsing onto Luna for support.

“Tia, calm down please. Certainly it won’t get to that point, we can help her, and we can be there for her. As long as we’re there for her, and she knows she’s not alone. I don’t think Twilight will fall into that kind of despair again. She’s strong, just like you are big sis. You’ve always been there for me, now you need to be there for Twilight. Help her through this. Now go on your daughter needs you.” Said Luna staring at her sister through tear soaked eyes.

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“No, no, no!” screamed Twilight as she paced around the study

“I can’t think of a single thing to write, but mother is counting on me and if I fail her. She might not think I’m ready to do this and not let me practice with the spell that allows me to control the stars or worse yet; she might send me back to magic kindergarten!” Finished the freaked out alicorn collapsing on the floor, and putting the hooves on her forehead.

“What will they think of me being a Princess sent back to magic kindergarten?” asked Twilight succumbing to a delusion

“I’m so disappointed in you Twilight Sparkle. I believed in you, I thought you could do it; it looks like I was wrong about you. My daughter. I think it’s time you learn from the beginning. I think it’s time you go back to magic kindergarten.” Said Celestia her voice full of disappointment.“ Ha ha ha ha you’re a Princess and you were sent back to magic kindergarten, boy you must be really stupid or screwed up really bad.” Laughed a white unicorn colt with an ice blue mane.

“The Princess is a loser, the princess is a loser.” Teased the other students, pointing at Twilight and laughing mockingly.

“No, I’m not a loser, I’m not a loser!” cried Twilight collapsing on a naptime mat and breaking down.

Celestia entered the study not expecting what she saw. Twilight was on the floor curled up into a ball, crying.
“I’m not a loser, I’m not a loser. Forgive me mother; give me another chance I’ll try harder. I swear just get me out of here!” cried the delusional Twilight shaking harder than Celestia had ever seen her shake.

“It would seem I have a lot to learn about what happened to Twilight in magic kindergarten.“ Said Celestia coming up to the mentally unstable alicorn and wrapping her forelegs around her

“Twilight, Twilight wake up. I promise I won’t send you back there. Just please wake up.” Screamed Celestia shaking Twilight

“Mother?” mumbled Twilight slowlycoming out of the delusion

“Yes, Twilight it’s me. Come on now, come back to me!” Ordered Celestia hugging Twilight closer to her. “I won’t send you back there, not if it was like that.”

“You won’t send me back, even if I screw up?” asked Twilight slowly coming to her senses

“No, I won’t but I need you to tell me what happened there to make you so afraid of going back?” Asked Celestia standing up, and then helping Twilight up as well.

“Alright I’ll try.” Said Twilight pressing her horn against her mother’s, and using the memory transfer spell.
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“I can see how such events can leave those scars on you Twilight, now I know I made the right decision, to pull you out of regular classes, and teach you myself. You never deserved to have that happen to you.” Said Celestia removing her horn from Twilight’s once the memory was finished.

“Yes, you have no idea how happy you made me that day; telling me that magic kindergarten was the only grade level I’d have to go through before you would teach me yourself.” Said Twilight remembering the day Celestia brought her to Canterlot Castle to continue her studies.

“It was the only prudent decision; you had too much talent for that place. You were mastering spells that no ordinary filly could ever dream of, I knew the reason was because you were my own daughter, but I couldn’t let them know that. So I took you out of regular classes, brought you here to Canterlot Castle, and taught you myself. Had I known such events were taking place. I would’ve taught you myself from the beginning, but I wanted you to learn the magic control lessons that they teach you in magic kindergarten. I was afraid if you didn’t learn those basics your magic might overwhelm, and destroy you. Please forgive me for making that mistake.” Said Celestia hugging Twilight .

“It’s alright, I don’t blame you for what happened to me; you did what you thought was best for me. You didn’t know those things would happen to me." Replied Twilight nuzzling Celestia neck.

“Anyways, enough of that. I’m here to help you write your coronation speech. After all, how can you fail with my help?” laughed Celestia levitating the disarrayed quills and scrolls over to the desk.

“But I thought you said I would have to do it on my own?” asked Twilight looking at Celestia confused.

“Indeed I did say that, but then Luna convinced me that maybe I should give you a little bit of help. After all it is your first speech, and I imagine you already have enough on your plate.” Said Celestia casting a spell to clean up the rest of the clutter that Twilight had made in her disillusioned stupor. “Plus I and Luna had each other to help one another; it’s only fair that you have some help as well.”

“Well I really do appreciate it. Thank you mother.” Said Twilight walking over to the desk and levitating the quill into the ink to begin writing.

“Not at all; my precious little filly. You need to know that I’m here for you and I always will be.” Replied Celestia coming up next to Twilight and wrapping her foreleg around Twilight ’s shoulder.

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“To Twilight Sparkle the next princes of Equestria, cheers!” Roared out the five ponies tapping their glasses together in a toast to their best friend, and drinking the wine.

Applejack , Pinkie pie, Fluttershy, and Rainbow Dash were currently doing exactly as Princess Celestia had told them to do. Eating and drinking to their hearts content. The money Princess Celestia had given them wasn’t even dented, as the five ponies enjoyed themselves in one of the finest restaurants in Canterlot; Drinking wine, and eating the finest food they had ever had; short of what Princess Celestia had served them the previous night.

“Man this is the life!” Said Rainbow Dash taking a large bite of the rose petal sandwich that she had ordered. Washing it down with the glass of vineyard Paso Robles; that she had poured herself after their toast to Twilight .

“Ya this is really fun!” Squealed out Pinkie; Chomping on the red velvet cake she had ordered for dessert. Getting frosting all over the place. Her table manners were something that could be worked on noted her friends, as several guests glared at the pink earth pony.

“Pinkie calm down! Look at yourself; you’re acting like a foal!” snapped Applejack glaring at Pinkie with the same look as the other guests.

“Oops ,sorry Applejack. I was having so much fun that I forgot my manners.” Said Pinkie blushing a bit smiling at the other guests; who slowly returned to their meals.

“Well, Yes I can understand that. Just make sure not to act like that at Twilight's coronation ceremony tonight.” Said the orange earth pony; having wiped all the frosting off of herself.

“Speaking of which; Don’t you think we should be headed that way? It’ll be dusk soon, and we don’t want to be late for Twilight’s big night .” Said Fluttershy pulling out a few bits as a tip for the waiter, and standing up

“You’re right AJ, We should get going. You guys go, and I’ll go pay our tab and catch up with you.” Said Rainbow Dash standing and heading over to the cashier to pay their check.
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Many ponies of all different walks of life were gathered in the royal court yard. It was time; time for her to go out and face her destiny. For 20 years she had been hidden away but now Twilight Sparkle would take her place alongside her mother, she would become a princess of Equestria.

“It’s time my little filly, are you nervous?” asked Celestia wrapping a wing around Twilight .

“A little, but we worked really hard on this speech. My first speech ever; I’ll make sure it’s one to remember.” Said Twilight sounding braver than she felt.

“Just remember what we talked about and you’ll be fine.” Said Celestia walking out with Twilight onto the balcony, as Luna rose the moon.

Twilight took a few deep breaths before beginning

“Citizens of Equestria. I come here today not as the princesses protégé. But as her daughter, and your new Princess. I know this is new and will take some getting used to on both of our parts, but I believe together we can make this transition work. As you all know by now twenty years ago I was forced into exile by what was known as the brotherhood of shadow. But now that organization is no more, and I am free to come before you a proud Princess of Equestria.

From this day forth I shall be passing laws and running Equestria alongside my mother and Princess Luna. I swear to you on this day that I shall not allow any harm to befall Equestria even if I have to give my own life. This is a beautiful land filled with many different kinds of ponies. Each of them walking their own path. It is such because of the wise and just ruling of my mother and Princess Luna. From the day they defeated Discord; Equestria has been governed by order and kindness, generosity, laughter, honesty, and loyalty.” Twilight nodded to each of her friends, the five ponies who represented these elements.

“ Know that I too will rule in this fashion under the guidance of my mother and aunt.” finished Twilight bowing to the crowd

“All hail Princess Twilight Sparkle, Goddess of the stars!” Called out Celestia putting Twilight ’s on her.

“All hail princess Twilight Sparkle.” Repeated the crowd bowing to the new Princess.

Fireworks lit up the sky as the crowd cheered, and the three Alicorns rose into the sky leaving a trail of magical sparks behind them. While the crowd continued to chant long live Equestria, long live the princesses!
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“That was wonderful, Twilight ” said Rarity when Twilight and the other two princesses came into the castle to join the party.

“You sure know how to give a great speech there sugarcube.” Said Applejack her and the others having joined Rarity when they noticed that the princesses had come in.

“You are now officially 20% cooler!” Exclaimed Rainbow Dash landing in front of her friend and punching her in the shoulder.

“Thanks girls. It means a lot to me that you could be here today.” Said Twilight pulling her friends into a group hug.

“We’ll always be there for you Twilight; even if you’re not going to live in Ponyville anymore.” Said Fluttershy nuzzling Twilight ’s neck.

“What do you mean Fluttershy?” asked Twilight confused

“Now, darling. Certainly you didn’t think that you’d be coming back to Ponyville with us. You’re a Princess now you have to stay here in Canterlot and help the princesses rule Equestria. I mean, you said it right in your speech that you would help the princesses rule Equestria together. You can’t do that from Ponyville.” Said Rarity looking at Twilight seriously

“I guess, I guess I just didn’t want to think about it. I mean, why can’t I? Surely my mother or Luna could call for me if I’m needed.” Said Twilight starting to break down.

“We can’t do that Twilight . Your place is here in Canterlot with me and Luna. I know it’s going to be hard, but you have to say goodbye. Your friends can always visit. They know there welcome here, but for you to go back to Ponyville is unacceptable. A princess’s place is in the capital city. The capital is Canterlot. You belonged here with me. I’m your mother Twilight Sparkle and my word is final.” Explained Celestia hugging the now weeping Twilight .

“But it’s not fair. I never asked for this to happen.” Sobbed Twilight looking at her friends for support

“Life isn’t always fair, my child. Sometimes duty requires you to let go of those you love the most. I did it when I banished Luna to the moon to protect Equestria from Nightmare Moon. Now you have to let go of your friends for Equestria. The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few, my daughter. You’ll understand someday.” Said Celestia wisely

“This is for the best of Equestria.” Said Applejack through her tears. The orange earth pony was crying. As were the others, but they knew it was for the best. It was just Applejack was the one that was saying it. It had always been Applejack was the one to say the hardest things. Being the element of honesty; She was never the kind of hold back when it came to saying what needed to be said.

“We’ll just make this the most awesome party you’ve ever been to, and when it’s time for us to go we’ll do it with a smile!” Bawled Pinkie crying harder than she had when Luna had first returned.

“Thank you my little ponies. I couldn’t have said it better myself. You need to enjoy what little time we have left together.” Said Princess Celestia before a servant interrupted her.

“Your Majesty; you need to come quickly, Crystal Orb is going into a vision!” screamed the servant ushering Princess Celestia and the group up the stairs and into a room.
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“Crystal orb, Crystal orb. It’s me Princess Celestia, what do you see!” Demanded Celestia shaking a purple unicorn with a shawl wrapped around her neck, and an eye for a cutie mark. She opened her mouth and spoke in a voice that could chill blood, her eyes completely blank.

“The sixth month will rapidly approach
He who brought chaos will return
The three rulers will fail to stop him
The street will flow of blood
And Equestria will learn of true pain
His revenge will be cruel
Mercy is not of his creed
This shall be passed of the sixth month’s dawn.
Bring the five of harmony
Ally them with the true ruler
She whose magic knows no bounds
Only then may this prophecy not come to pass
But be warned they must be truly binded, heart and soul
Lest they fall to chaos
Should they fail, Equestria’s end shall be nigh”

Her eyes then cleared and she collapsed on the floor.

“What does this mean; sister does this mean that he could return?” asked Luna complete terror in her voice

“Yes Luna that is exactly what it means. Discord. Discord shall return.” Said Celestia fear in her every word.

Authors note
Well there we go. Chapter 2 of within the shadows. I know Twilight ’s coronation speech wasn’t anything amazing but I wrote what I came up with, also I know they may have been a little out of character in the goodbye scene, but it’s not quite over yet I’ll go over it more in the next chapter and try to keep them more character I didn’t do so this time but anyways, I hope you enjoyed it and creative criticism is always welcomed. Just don’t be a jerk about it. You do need to realize that this is my story and I’m working with what ideas come into my mind. If they’re not good ideas then I’m willing to change them, but only if I feel like it. I want to get as many people reading this is possible. After all that’s the point of writing for people to be able to see your work and improve it. If they can.