An Alicorn's Harem

-Day 1 of Heat Week -

In Ponyville most of the stallions were either hiding or had left town. The new alicorn prince, however, was not counted among that lucky number as he was currently flopped in his bed with an ice pack on his forehead.

Ever since Dusk Shine woke up this morning he was burning up, his entire body felt like it was in an oven. He wasn't sure what had brought on this burning sensation, as he'd merely been busy reading and then organizing a shipment of old spell tomes Princess Celestia had sent him recently, only finishing yesterday.

Strangely, that was the extent of his symptoms, there was no nausea, vomiting or anything of the like, which ruled out most of the common illnesses. He'd tried dispelling the heat with a cooling spell, only for it to fail. Spike had taken Dusk's temperature, only to find he registered a completely normal and healthy 99 degrees Fahrenhoof. Spike, ever the loyal brother, had made it his mission help his pony sibling get over this curious malady.

"Spiiiiike..." Dusk moaned. "Do we have any more ice?"

"Sorry Dusk, we've already used it all," The drake called out as he made his was to the top of the stairs, wearing his usually purple tee and black pants, a wet dish-cloth in his hand. "But I did soak a rag in cold water."

Dusk sighed in pleasure as the cool cloth was placed across his burning brow. He growled as it's chilling relief was quickly snuffed out.

Spike looked sadly down at the alicorn, wishing that there was something he could do. Then, as if by magic, an idea popped into his head. The young drake leaned down and wrapped his cool scaly arms around Dusk’s head, doing his best to cool him of. It worked, but only for a few seconds.

Dusk felt a rise of emotions as he felt his brother hug him, and he quickly wrapped his arms around him in return.

"Thank you Spike,” Dusk said has he patted Spike’s back affectionately.

"For what?" came the reply.

"For staying with me," Dusk said,smiling to himself.

"Come on Dusk Shine what kind of assistant would I be if I left you at the mercy of horny mares?"

"A smart and selfish one," Dusk Shine said jokingly.

Spike scoffed,

"Selfish? well maybe I should go ask Nurse Red Heart to take care of you then."

A vaguely panicked look suddenly crossed Dusk's face at the thought of the mare. She was far from unskilled, but could be rather enthusiastic at times, especially at this time of year. Although, she was attractive, with nice wide hips and an ample bust... Dusk blinked. Where had that thought come from?

"Hey bro, you know I'm just joshin', ya, right?" Spike asked with genuine concern as he saw his sibling's expression.

"Y-yeah of course," Dusk chuckled.

Spike soon started laugh as the two of them laid there, and just enjoyed the other’s company.

"Maybe we should ask the Princesses for help? Aren't they helping you with your new body or something?” Spike suddenly suggested.

Now that was an idea. Ever since his ascension Dusk had been learning how to properly manage his new body. Suddenly acquiring wings, and an earth pony's strength had certainly changed his life, and it had taken many hours in the palace to gain what control he had.

Dusk nodded,

“Good idea, go get my scrolls.”

"Already on it."

Dear Princess Celestia,

I’m sending this message to inform you that I have been suffering from a strange illness since this morning. The only symptom is that my entire body feels to be burning. Spike had the idea that this has something to do with my new status as an alicorn, and we thought it best to question you directly.

Dusk Shine.

Spike quickly sent the letter off, and after both brothers watched the trail of smoke fly off into the distance the dragon turned back to his brother.

"Maybe you should try moving around a bit? Rainbow always says that exercising helps her when she’s sick," Spike said.

Dusk groaned, of course the resident daredevil would come up with that remedy.

“Spike, I can barely move right now, are you sure that that is a good idea?”

The drake shrugged,

“Well, its the only one we got.”

“Fine."

With a titanic effort, Dusk shine hoisted himself up. It took him a few seconds to regain his balance, but Spike was quickly by his side to help steady him. Spike guided his brother around the room for a few minutes, giving Dusk a chance to properly orient himself. Strangely enough, the heat in Dusk’s body did in fact go down, which was something he was not going to tell Rainbow about, the pegasus would never stop needling him about how she was right.

Sensing that his balance as now adequate, Dusk allowed Spike to guide him down to the kitchen, where the dragon quickly set about making breakfast. It was a simple meal, just some waffles, but it settled pleasantly in Dusk’s stomach. Well, the first few did. To both brothers' surprise Dusk kept eating, tucking away waffle after waffle into the bottomless pit that was once his stomach. Finally, after eating enough to make Pinkie proud, Dusk leaned back with a satisfied smirk.

“Wow,” Spike commented, but before anymore could be said a loud burp erupted from his mouth signaling Celestia’s reply.

"What does it say?” Dusk asked.

“Read it yourself, Spike grumbled, handing the letter to the alicorn and stalking over to the kitchen, "I have to go scrounge up breakfast for me. Considering somepony ate all the dang waffles."

Dusk blushed slightly and apologized, but took the letter all the same. He popped the seal and his eyes quickly scanned its contents

Dear Dusk Shine,

I believe you may have caught a condition unique to alicorns. I'm going to send some guards to bring you to the castle, we have to talk about this face to face. It would be best if you left Spike at the library, tell him I have sent a new shipment of books that he needs to categorize.

Sincerely yours,

Celestia

"Well, better start packing," Dusk said, “The princess wants me to go to Canterlot.”

Spike turned to face him with a hopeful expression. "Really? Can I come?"

Dusk shook his head,

“No, Celestia is sending some new books, you need to stay behind and categorize them.” noticing Spike’s crestfallen look he quickly added, “but afterwards I’m giving you no chores,” that definitely helped sooth the dragon’s mind.

After quickly cleaning up breakfast, Dusk walked back upstairs to change into his day clothes. Meeting the Princess in his pajamas was not something that he planned on doing. He searched through his closet for a few moments before pulling out some clothes Rarity had made for him. It was a rather simple outfit, as opposed the the fashionista’s usual flair, with simple brown pants and white button down shirt, but its was comfortable and according to some mare’s looked very good on him.

When the royal guards arrived, announcing their presence with a few short raps on the door, both Dusk and Spike were surprised to find two pegasus mare's on the doorstep as opposed to the usual stallion.

Female royal guards weren't unheard of, but you'll rarely see one, if any, walking around the castle. They were usually prioritized to the medical and logistical branches of the guard. But then a stray memory appeared in Dusk’s head: around this time, Celestia would often send most of the male guards home so they wouldn't get attacked by any mares while on duty. Hence why the escorts were girls. However, there have been some guards that refuse their time off, saying they wouldn't leave their duty no matter what.

"We're ready to go when you are your highness," one of the guards said in an official voice.

They had smartly parked the chariot in front of the library so they wouldn't have to worry about any stray mares jumping Dusk Shine.

“Um excuse me,” said Spike to get one of the guards attention, “Why would the Princess send two girls instead of two guy like normal.”

"Spike!" Dusk blushed profusely and immediately shushed his brother, smiling apologetically to the guardsmares.

“What!?” Spike defended himself, “I’m just saying that it don’t make much sense to send two mare in heat to put up a stallion. That just asking for a crushed pelvis!”

“Celestia sent us because most male guards around this time are not available, but we understand your concern but do not worry. It still the first day of our heat so its not that intense. And the princess used a spell so we can’t smell anything for a while,” one guard said to reassure the dragon.

“Well ok," Spike said still not entirely convinced of his brother safety. “But if you take advantage of Dusk.” his voice trailed off as he idly showed off his claws and fangs.

“Calm down Spike.” Dusk said, touched by his brother’s loyalty, “but I’m sure Celestia has total faith in her guard to do this task.”

“Alright,” Spike said as he backed off, “Just tell Celestia and Luna, I said hey."

By the time Spike reached the door, Dusk was already in the air. During the ride, Dusk was enjoying the peaceful ride to Canterlot until they were hit by a small breeze. The wind felt nice to Dusk but he suddenly caught a whiff of a very alluring smell. He couldn't tell what it was but it smelled great. He wanted find the source of the smell so he followed his nose to the two pegasus guards.

He felt the morning’s heat appear again and for some odd reason the two guards suddenly started looking extremely… delectable.

He couldn't stop staring at their flanks, he couldn't see much through the armor, but the thought of the muscular flesh rolling around just out of view was enough to occupy his thoughts entirely. His completely G-rated thoughts were interrupted when one guard addressed him.

"Sir, are you alright?"

"Hm. Yeah I'm ok just a little ... distracted," Dusk said as a blush crept onto his face.

The guard turned back around, and Dusk soon went back to his ruminations.

Dusk was so enraptured by the "distraction" he hardly noticed when the carriage landed in the palace courtyard.

"Prince Dusk Shine, we have arrived sir."

Broken out of his trance, Dusk nervously thanked both of the guards for a job well done, hoping that his starring had gone unnoticed.

While he was leaving for the palace one of the guards turned to the other.

"Hey, do you get the feeling that the prince was staring at our asses the whole time?"

The other chuckled and winked conspiratorially,

"Yeah, but I don't mind. Heck if I wasn't married I'd totally ride his cock all week long." said the guard while licking her lips.

"Same here sister, same here." said the other guard giving a nod as they watched the prince ascend the stairs to the palace, his ass looked good in those pants.

Dusk, busy thinking about one thing or another, wasn't looking where he was going, causing him to walk face first into a pony walking the opposite way.

“Oh forgive me,” a regal voice called down to him

Dusk Shine recognized the speaker, and looked up to see Princess Luna standing above him, He opened his mouth to say something but his words quickly died in his throat as his eyes roamed up and down her body.

She was wearing a slim black dress, the fact that she wasn't holding court and the current state the country was in allowed her to dress in a much more casual fashion than normal. And damn, Luna looked good casual.

The dress cut off just above her knees, showing off the Lunar Princess’ slender legs. The dark blue of Luna’s fur contrasting ever so slightly with the dress, giving her a slightly mysterious, and extremely sexy look. Up and up Dusk’s eyes went, drinking in the sight of Luna’s generous hips. The dress hugged her every curve, highlighting her slender, yet supple figure. The young prince could feel a tightening in his pants as he noticed her breasts.

They weren't the largest in Equestria, that honor belonged to Celestia, but damn were they perky. The tight dress made them strain against the fabric, as if they were begging to be squeezed and toyed with. Dusk powerful mind suddenly conjured up an image of him laying on top of the Lunar Princess, one hand kneading one breast, and his other toying with the nipple on the other.

His fantasy was suddenly brought down around him as he heard Luna call out his name.

"Dusk Shine."

"Huh,"said Dusk coming back to reality.

This brought his gaze to her face, which could only be described as angelic. With full lips, long eyelashes, and a real earnest look in her eyes made her practically irresistible.

"Dusk Shine,you been staring at me for a long time now," Luna said shyly fiddling with her outfit, "Is there something wrong with my new dress?"

No! Not at all! It looks..." sexy, amazing, "slimming," Dusk finished weakly.

Nevertheless, a bright and beautiful smile leapt onto Luna’s face,

"You think so?” her cheeks darkened with a blush and she glanced away with a giggle. “You're the first pony to say something about it. It was a gift for Tia but it was a bit too small for her."

‘That dress probably did fit Celestia at some point, but knowing her sweet tooth, she might have… grown in a few... certain areas.’ Dusk blinked, ‘Wait, why am I thinking about the princesses like this?’

"Well anyway, Tia told me you weren't feeling well," Luna said, interrupting his thoughts yet again, "I hope its not serious."

"I'm sure its nothing.” Dusk said nervously, suddenly desperate for an escape, “Oh would you look at the time. Well its been nice talking to you Luna, but I better go see your sister.” The prince's nostrils flared as he began to hurriedly walk away from the Princess. ”Oh and your perfume smells wonderful.”

Before Luna could even respond, Dusk had scurried off down the hallway.

"I haven't worn perfume since it was first created," She muttered to herself.

She watched him go for a few moments, idly noting how good his ass looked in those pants. The princess of the night made a mental note to compliment Rarity on that someday.

Suddenly, a stray draft breezed through castle halls, bringing a fresh wave of Dusk's scent with it. The scent sent shivers up of the Lunar Princess' spine, and she heard an audible squelch as her legs instinctively pressed together

"Tonight Luna, you can last until tonight," she promised herself.