There was nothing but a haze. It felt almost like a dream yet it wasn't. Becoming more clear I knew I wasn't in a dreaming as I started to wake up from my coma nap. I was so tired to the point I couldn't move or even open my eyes, but I could still feel things around me. What became very noticeable was the sheet that was half covering me. Thin, loose, and slightly wet. Don't tell me I wet the bed. I haven't done that since I was a foal. There must be an explanation.
I try to recall what happened yesterday...but nothing came to mind. It was all just a blur. All I can remember is being stuffed. No that's not the right word. Full - that's it. Full of what? I tried to roll onto my back but to no avail. The wetness became very noticeable. It's mostly wet down near my nethers. There's no way I was that thirsty last...wait it doesn't feel like normal pee.
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Oh. Ok.
Me and Sombra last night. It's all coming back to me now, actually he did cum back in me. Again and again, mmm and again. I can't help but review the events in my head. Every position he had me in, every hole he used, it just made me want him more. I was in heaven and he was my dark, handsome, guardian angel.
Just the memory is making me wet all over again. Last night was more than magical. It was like he was trying to put me in a coma. It’s true that everypony around Sombra is a slave, even me. I'm just a different kind of slave, and I love it.
But there’s something that’s escaping me. Something that was said last night. For the life of me I can't put my hoof on it. What was it?
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“Equestria will burn.”
My eyes shot open quickly adjusting to the very dim light migrating to my room from both the hallway and closed curtain window. I ran to the bathroom, or at least I would if I didn't fall face first on the floor. My entire hind quarters were numb to the point I couldn't move them. He really did a number on me last night.
“My Queen!”
It was my slave. She lifted me up and brought me to the bathroom. Like a good slave I didn't have to say a word. However much I wanted to hit her for touching me without permission I was equally if not more so grateful she was. Setting me down she gently turns the faucet to the bath tub on letting it fill with warm water.
“What else do you need my queen?”
I had to think fast. Sombra was no doubt making his way to Equestria. That's if his army of crystal ponies haven't been ready for this day. ...yeah they were ready.
I need to focus on retrieving my friends and making sure they don't get hurt, but how? The crystal ponies themselves were loyal and strong but wouldn't be able to handle the distance from here to Ponyville without getting attacked by something. What about Celestia, Luna, Cadance, and Shining? How am I going to get to them? I can’t go to Ponyville and Manehatten at once. Think Twilight think. There must be something I can do.
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That's it, a crystal dragon! They can protect my friends from anything Equestria might throw at them. But all my friends won’t have enough room on it’s back...unless guards who are pulling chariots go along with the dragon. It’s the only way to get my friends back here. While that group goes to Ponyville, I can go to Manehatten and secure the princesses. This is perfect!
“Gather a detachment of pegasus guards with chariots to match. Secure a crystal dragon to go with them. Make sure they're on standby when I get there so I can pass on their orders.”
“By your will my queen.” She was off.
I needed to get ready. It wasn't too long before I was clean. Using my magic it was easy to manipulate the water and soap around me. The brush in my mane hit some knots and the comb stabbed me through my coat a couple times. I didn't really feel it though. I was more concerned about my numb legs. It was hard enough just to move, but to get my shoes on, almost impossible. Putting on my crown was the easy part.
Now I had to move to the - Wait! I have to go through my mental checklist. Even if I was going into a battlefield I still needed to look good. What would Rarity think? Crown? Check. Hoof shoes? Check. Quill, ink, and parchment? Check. Good brushing? Check. Lipstick? Wait, why do I need that. There won’t be anypony I’ll need to be worried about. But Sombra is out there.
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Lipstick...check.
I was able to stand on them now but it made thingdidn’t make walking any less awkward. Thankfully all the guards in the castle were gone. Walking and writing my new list could be easier but it was working none the less. Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, Spike...that should be all. I didn’t have time to go back so I threw the quill and ink to the side, the slaves can clean it up later.
My hunger made itself known. After all I did have a very active night and I might need to use a lot of magic while I’m out. I stopped by the kitchen grabbing some food. The slaves in there were surprised to see my but they gave me something to eat fast so I didn’t care what they were doing. I had to eat it on the way to meet my detachment.
It took longer than I'd like but I made it to castle entrance. Being active must have jump started my legs because I could feel them come back to normal. Good thing too, I didn’t want to look weird in front of my guards. I open the front door. As expected a detachment of pegasi guards waited next to one of the giant crystal dragons. The guards were attached to their respective chariots. My slave stood nearby, already at a bow.
“My Queen your guards are ready.”
“Guards!”
“Yes my queen!” They all said in unison.
“I have a mission for you of the highest priority. Who is the squad commander.”
“That would be me my queen.”
A lone crystal guard steps forward.
“Take this.” I gave him the scroll that contained my list. “You and your group are to go to Ponyville and gather everypony on that list. Your squad will protect them with their lives. If they have any requests or have anypony else they want to bring with them you will listen to them and follow any and all commands they give. Make sure above all else that no harm comes to them or it will be your life. Understood.”
“Perfectly my queen.”
“Good. Now move out.”
In seconds they all flew off into the sky followed by the dragon. Now it was my turn. Ponyville was safe for now but Manehatten was in the front lines of the boarders. They would definitely get hit first. It was to far to teleport. Flying would take too long … on my own anyway.
“Slave how many dragons do are left in the stables?”
“One more my queen.”
“He was expecting me to take them so I can save my friends. He really is a gentlecolt.” My attention goes back to the slave. “Stay inside. Get eight more rooms ready for permanent guests with at least two ponies to a room. Two of those rooms are to be fit for royalty and one made to accommodate animals with a baby dragon. Understand?”
“Yes my queen.”
She runs off inside. I need to get that dragon. Teleporting there took only a second. I see the dragon unchained ready to fly. It sees me then moves is head over to me. They are so adorable I can't refuse it a scratch on the chin.
“Awe who's a good flying killer? Ok sweetie I need you to take me somewhere. Can you do that for me?”
Of course it would love to help. Those cute fireballs of death are loyal to a fault. They remind me of Rainbow Dash allot of the time. Making a quick flight on top of its back I gently tap my hood on its back. Within a couple flaps it’s in the air. Guided by me, we head straight for Manehatten. Straight for the princesses. Straight for the battlefield. Straight for Sombra.
The flight to the big city took a half hour. Give or take ten seconds but I wasn’t really counting. I was too focused on the city itself. It was nothing short of a war zone.
Dead bodies of royal and lunar guards littered the ground, with some scattered dark crystal ponies. Pegasi flew through the air combating their crystal enemies. Earth ponies and unicorns were on the ground trying in vain to halt the incoming invaders. Blood covered the cement pavement below. Sounds of magic, battle cries, metal to metal, and explosions echoed through the air. It was invigorating.
As much as I wanted to join in on the fun I saw a pegasus fly at me, sword in mouth ready to strike. It took little effort to grab him with my magic bringing him eye level to me. I took out the sword from his mouth, wanting to hear the sounds of agony when I start my torture.
“Awe. You think you can take me down with a tiny piece of metal. How cute.” Moments like this were a rare pleasure.
“Die traitor!” He proceeded to spit at me but my reflexes were too sharp as I caught that in mid air then proceeded to shove in his face.
“Look into my eyes.” He looks at me, instantly falling into a deep trance. I dig through his mind trying to find his deepest fear. It wasn't hard at all. It was the all general, and cliche, loss of his family scenario. How cute he still thinks his family will live. After a terror inducing vision I let him go, the screams of agony produced is music to my ears. “He'll die when he hits the ground. Let's get moving.
We head straight for the Command Center where Princess Celestia and the others would be waiting. The dragon crashed through the front entrance with ease alerting everypony of an intruder. A small group of guards surrounded us but the dragon killed them all with a quick sweep of its tail. The two main diarch’s make themselves known.
“Ready Luna.”
“Ready.”
“Let's kill this thing quick then help the other ponies.”
“STOP!” Both the princesses halt their magic and the dragon moves it's head so they can see me. They haven’t broken out their royal armor in the longest time. Well, minus the one year ago mark but they still look good in their mystical suits.
“Twilight? What is thou doing here?”
“I saw you were in a bit of a jam so I thought strolling on by to see what the problem was - I CAME TO GET YOU TO SAFETY IDIOTS, NOW GET ON!
“Twilight we can’t do that.”
“Why not?”
“You know very well why. I will not just stand aside and watch Equestria burn to the ground. I will do my best to protect her and the ponies within. No matter the cost. If that is why you came here then I am afraid to disappoint you.”
“And you?” I ask Luna.
“We admit to sharing the same feelings as our sister. We will stay to protect all that we can no matter what. Our decision is final.
I teleport appearing again in front of Celestia, giving her a big tight hug. One that said you mean the world to me. She in turn gives me the same feeling. Feeling her armored hoof around my back I hear her sob, but only just. It’s now or never.
“I'm sorry.”
“Don't be Twilight. You were doing what you thought was right I can't blame you for that. Nopony can.”
“No. I meant I'm sorry for this.”
Before she could react much less say anything else I turned into the black abomination dark magic is so famous for, trapping her inside I put her into a deep sleep. She won't be waking up for a while. Luna gasped at the revelation. I guess she thought I was hurting her dear sis and now she began shooting me with magic bolts. I had no choice but to put her to sleep along with her sister. It was slightly harder than before, must be because she was princess of the night but she was asleep all the same. I set them gently on the back of the dragon, taking off their armor, materializing in front of it and throwing the armor to the side.
I need you to protect them until I get back as well as any other ponies that I send through. In the mean time have a snack. I low growl sounded it's acknowledgement. That plus the sounds of crunching armor and bone.
Now to find the others. There was no way I was going to navigate these halls so I decided to blow holes in the walls. Room after room nothing. If nothing was some remaining civilian ponies and a guard or two that needed to be killed then there was nothing. I just had to find the room that had that placard in the front. The one that had two very familiar names on it that I saw on my last visit. It wasn't too long before I came to a room with the pair of ponies I was looking for.
“Mom! Dad!”
“Twilight! Twilight is that really you?”
“Oh thank Celestia you're here. We thought somepony else was coming through.”
“Listen I don't have time to explain. Through all these holes I made I have a crystal dragon waiting. It will protect both of you until I get there.” They were about to say something but I cut them off. “Please, I'll explain everything and more but I need to get you to safety. Go to the dragon. I'll be there as soon as I'm done here.”
Reluctantly them left the room heading towards their crystal protector. Just a few more ponies left then I could go. Blowing a few more holes it wasn't long before I got to the war room. At least it looked like the war room. What really stood out however was the five remaining Elements of Harmony. They were just as beautiful as the last time I saw them. The door opens.
“The elements are in here. Quickly gather them so we can le-,” Cadence stood silent as two guards on each side of her did the same.
“Cadence am I glad to see you. Can you help me get these. I'm going to take them and you to safety.” She stands there. I expected some reaction but all I got was a blank stare before she finally said something.
“Twilight...but how?”
I could tell this was going to take too long for a stunned Cadence to comprehend. I needed to end this and get her out of here or else she’ll keep on asking questions being her usual, just as stupid self.
“Cadance, do you know where I can find Shining Armor?”
“He's on the battlefield holding off the crystal army.” So that’s what she think’s is happening does she. How I would love to be that ignorant. “What are you doing here?”
“I'll explain later, for now, I'm sorry.” I turn into the black mist form again enveloping the three ponies in my black aura. I put her to sleep and killed the two useless ponies by poisoning them.
I stayed in my form, grabbing the elements and returning to the dragon. My parents worried that I did something to the princesses but it did ease them greatly when I said I put them to sleep because they wouldn't cooperate. It was time to find Shining before Sombra could. I guided the dragon to the small commanders post set up near the edge of the city. Carefully so the three princesses won't fall off. That meant we had to go slower. As we flew over parts of the city most of it was on fire. Set a flame by the crystal invaders. I got off heading straight for the general.
“General.”
“Yes my queen.” He gives a bow. I would hate to have to kill him in front of my parents. “How may I assist you?”
“I need any and all information you have on Captain Shining Armor, the leader of the Royal Guard.”
“We have already captured him my queen. Our victory is only a matter of time now.”
“Where is he being held?”
“King Sombra had already taken him away. He said he had special plans for him. He never detailed them but-” I couldn't take it so I smashed his face apart. The lifeless body collapsed to the ground. The others around started to back off from the look I had it must have said i'm going to kill anything in sight. The rage I felt from failing to save my own brother was proof enough for me.
“You.” I point to a hoof at a random officer. “I don't care how you do it, just get three chariots ready for long distance travel in less than two minutes. NOW!”
He scurries away like a rat from the slaughter. I wait on my loyal beast. My parents wanted to say something to me but they were too hesitant. I talked first so they wouldn't have to.
“You want to ask me something?”
“Yes dear. What was the problem that made you...um...do that?” Mom pointed to the dead crystal general.
“Yeah him. (sign)Shining Armor isn't here anymore. He was taken away by Sombra and I don't know what he's going to do to Shining. For all I know he might have already-” my dad stopped me in my tracks. I think he saw tears beginning to form. I know I feel them on the corners of my eye’s.
“Now hold it right there missy. You've spent a year with Sombra right? Do you trust him.”
“Yes.”
“Would you put your life in his hooves?”
“Yes.”
“Does he care for you?”
“Yes of course.”
“Then before you go on another one of your mental train wrecks, let's go see him before over thinking the situation.” Dad pulls me into a hug and I hug him back. Dam. Even now he still turns me into his little filly daughter. “If he truly cares for you he'll keep your brother alive and well.”
“What if he took our son away so there wouldn't be any confusion between him and the others.” Mom looks to us joining in on the hug.
“It's...possible I guess.”
“That's the spirit Twilight. For now it looks like your chariots are ready.”
There they were. Three chariots with two pegasi to each. All of them were bowing. I gathered myself and, to much reluctance, let go of my parents.
“Good now secure a princess to each chariot. After that’ done you will follow me back to the empire. They are asleep so make sure they don't fall off or it will be your head.”
I levitate the princesses to a chariot song them inside. The pegasi made sure the princesses wouldn't move. I made sure the straps were tight enough. They were. Taking off we made a b-line for the Crystal Empire. Along the way I couldn't help but think how the ponies in Ponyville are doing. All I really care about was the six from that small town my five best friends and my number one assistant. My parents were noticeably more relaxed around me now. Must be because they knew I was still their little book worm from magic kindergarten.
I let my mind wander so much about my brother I didn't realize we made it to the empire. We landed in front of the castle. My slave came running out seconds later, giving me a bow.
“My Queen the rooms are all set up just as you ordered.”
“Good you will show my parents to their new room. Once your done you will come back out. I'll give further instructions then. Understood?”
“Yes my queen.” She turns to my parents giving a bow. “Please follow me.”
I set a detail to go inside and get mattresses as to carry the princesses inside. My slave came back out as the sleeping beauties were ready to be moved. The guards then followed her inside to their new rooms. Celestia and Luna to a room and Cadence to the other. I followed to make sure nothing happened to them. That and I didn't have anything to do. All I could do now was wait for the Ponyville squad to get back.
Celestia, Luna, and Cadence would be out for some time into the next day but I can help my parents settle in. I wasn't able to as a guard approached me with the arrival of a pegasi squad. Yes! It’s about time they got back. I can take them to the rooms, get them settled in, and answer any questions they might have. Me and my friends together again. It’s starting to feel just like the good old days, only in the Crystal Empire instead of some backwater town. I step outside to welcome my friends when I see...Rainbow Dash and Soarin hooked up to some random royal guard chariot.
“Commander.”
“Yes my queen.” He runs in front of me giving a bow. “What is it you needed.”
I tap my hood on the ground twice the call for a crystal dragon. The dragon that was with them looks to me. Then I fling the commander at it. The dragon ate him whole. Everypony, and I mean everypony, looks to me.
“Squad. Front and center.” I didn't need to raise my voice or think about saying it twice. “Words cannot express the extreme rage I feel right now. Your mission was to bring the ponies on that list to me. Not have them help you bring others here.”
“But my queen we didn't have enough pegasi for-” I proceed punch him in the chest hurling him back about ten yards.
“DID I SAY YOU COULD SPEAK!” I slammed my hoof on the ground twice making a crack in the crystal pavement. Once the dragon ate the pony along with some of the ground below I continued. “IF YOU DIDN'T HAVE ENOUGH SUPPORT THEN TAKE OTHER PONIES WITH YOU! YOU COULD HAVE EASILY DONE SO BEFORE YOU LEFT! YOU COULD HAVE USED THE ATTACK PLANS! I KNOW FOR DAM SURE THAT PONYVILLE WAS ONE OF THE NEXT PLACES TO GET HIT BY OUR FORCES! I NEVER GAVE YOU A TIME LIMIT SO YOU COULD HAVE WAITED FOR MORE PEGASI TO GET THERE! NOW MAKE YOURSELVES SCARCE BEFORE I FEED YOU ALL TO THE DRAGON!!!”
“Yes my queen!” They flew off faster than I thought was possible. Then again their lives were at stake. I look to the horrified faces of my friends along with the ponies that came with them.
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“Ha ha ha ha ha. Good one Twilight. You almost had me there. Ha ha ha ha. So when is the dragon going to cough em back up.” I missed Pinkie, I truly did. Especially her innocent and ignorance, but I had to tell her.
“Pinkie, they're dead. They're not coming back.” Realization of the situation hit her like a piano dropped by a clumsy mover pegasi. The look on her face said it all. I turn my attention to Rainbow for an apology. “Rainbow I'm truly sorry you had to make the flight here. If I’d known they were that incompetent then I would have given better instructions.”
“It's...ok Twi. Really. I just...um...” I should start with the basic’s before it gets too awkward or painful for her.
“All of you have rooms set up inside the castle. Come with me and I'll show you to your new homes. If you brought anything with you leave it here. I'll have the slaves bring it to the rooms for you.”
The ponies were a little scared to follow me. Not like I can blame them. I just murdered two ponies right in front of them. I really didn't care, my friends were here and alive. I'm happy. We got to the rooms that I had already preassigned. Applejack, Big Mac, Applebloom, and Granny Smith took one room. Pinkie Pie, the Cakes, and their kids took another. Fluttershy, Spike, and the animals took the next. Rarity, Sweetie Belle, and their parents took the one after that. Lastly was Rainbow Dash, Soarin and Scootaloo.
My friends were all quiet. The only time they spoke was to ask the slaves to help or talk to the kids, saying everything was going to be alright. It really wasn’t and the little ones knew that. I couldn’t tell if the ponies were trying to convince the younger ones or themselves. Checking the progress on the princesses all of them were in their respective rooms. all of them in bed and relaxing. Cadence still looks adorable when she sleeps.
My slave, with the help of several others, gathered all of my friends belongings taking them to their rooms. The slaves then helped with getting everypony settled in including getting extra supplies that were needed. All was kind of quiet. I was starting to get nervous that Sombra wasn't going to show up. Then again I had no idea if he was going to come back at all in the next day or two. The only other pony I wanted alive was with Sombra getting Celestia knows what form of torture done to him. I help out my friends to try and get my mind off Shining Armor, but with little success.
Then it happened. I walk out of Pinkie's room going to Applejack's next and there they are. Sombra was walking toward me with a slightly beat up Shining Armor who had a magic inhibitor on his horn with several guards surrounding him. Now I can feel the water works. Running towards the stallion I embrace him in a loving hug. He returns the gesture with a hug of his own.
“You did it, you really did it. Thank you for bringing him.”
“I just needed some key information points before I could give him to you. Sorry for the long wait.” Sombra’s deep voice sent chills down my spine.
“How did you know?”
“What kind of King would I be if I can't even keep my queen happy. He may be my enemy but he is your brother. That's reason enough to keep him alive.”
“You know I will have to repay you double for this.”
“You can make it up to me by coming with me tomorrow. My troops are almost done for the day but I still have half of Equestria to destroy. Or would you rather stay with your friends?”
“They're alive. I can talk to them whenever I want but I won't have another opportunity to watch destruction of this level for a while.” I give him a deep, passionate kiss then he leaves for the battlefield. At least I think he is. What had my attention for now was the disgusted look on Shinings face.
“You would leave your friends to watch the Downfall of Equestria? How sick have you gotten since you left?”
“I don't have to explain myself. Come, I'll show you to Cadence.”
“She's here?!”
“Of course she is. So are Celestia and Luna. Like I said before I won’t let anything happen to any of you. But they wouldn't cooperate so I had to put them to sleep. They'll wake up in a day or two. In the mean time organize your room how you want it and don't be afraid to get the slaves to help out.”
“I'll pass on that. So are we all prisoners now?”
“Not at all, I've said this to the others and I'll say it to you. All of you are honored guests. You will be treated as such. All slaves and guards will respect you. If anypony disrespects you, just let me or my slave know and I'll take care of the problem. Here's your room.” It was in terrible shape for royalty but it would do for now. Cadence was still sleeping on the bed. “Just let the slaves know when you want something. There will be some stationed in the hallway twenty four seven.”
“I'd rather not.”
“Suit yourself. It's getting late. I'll put more info out on future plans after I come back from my vacation tomorrow.” Anger became very much present all over his face. I didn't need to be a telepath to tell what he was thinking. He was disgusted that I thought killing other ponies is considered a vacation. In an attempt to lighten the mood before leaving I gave him a hug. “You'll always be my BBBFF. Don't ever forget that.” With some hesitation he gave me a hug too.
I head back to my room but discovered how hungry I was. I stopped by the kitchen before getting some shut eye. I had my servant retire for the night. She had a full day tomorrow. That is unless Spike wanted to be my number one assistant again. I’m not sure he would if he saw the things I do to ponies on a day to day basis.
Opening the door to my chambers, I remove my shoes and crown. Crawling into bed I couldn't help but feel a little cold. I didn't have my powerful stallion here to keep me warm. Knowing Sombra was out in the world wreaking havoc on the innocent made my spine tingle. How I would give to be next to him. Not to fret, I can wait a night to be with my stallion.
Here I am next to Sombra. We are sitting together in the sky on a plush cloud watching Trottingham die away. The sounds of innocent ponies screaming for their lives is music to my ears. The building are set on fire as the streets are filled with chaos and mayhem. Equestria looks good burning to the ground.
“So, what do you think?” Sombra asks me inching ever so closer.
“It’s wonderful.” My eyes glimmer from the intensity of the inferno below. “What’s next?”
“Discord.”