Soarin and Spitfire; they were divorced several years ago, yet they still manage to keep things going smoothly between the two of them for the sake of work. But Soarin still loves her, even if she does not reciprocate those same feelings.

When Princess Twilight Sparkle is captured by the Griffin Empire, Soarin and Spitfire are tasked as members of a small insertion unit with instructions to get Twilight safely returned to Equestria. Things go downhill quickly when they manage to rescue the captured and injured princess. Now, the team is in a desperate struggle to escape. Everypony will be tested, and many issues will have to be resolved, because there may never be another chance.

What price is a pony willing to pay for love?

Birthday present for Rumble. Happy Birthday, dude!
Coverart created by this awesome artist, Ereb-Tauramandil. Go check him out. He does outstanding work!
Story preread and edited by: Dancing Dead, DustyPwny and Red Plume