Just outside of the Everfree, six worried residents of Ponyville stood in wait.

“Are you sure we can’t just fly in there and rescue her, Twi?” asked the brave blue pegasus known as Rainbow Dash. “I mean, you’ve got me flying, you with your magic, Fluttershy can get some animals to help out, Applejack could buck some evil things, and I’m sure even Rarity could do something useful.” Rainbow said while sticking her tongue out at the white unicorn known as Rarity, who simply humphed as response.

“Yes, the forest is a very large place, Rainbow. It would take us all night to search the whole thing, even with the help of Fluttershy’s animals. Plus, with little to no protection, well; it’s just too dangerous.” Twilight answered, her ears splayed back in sadness, and a massive frown stricken across her face.

“I know, Twi. Danger this, evil that. But come on! This is Darkened Bliss we’re talking about! Don’t we owe her more than simply sitting around, doing nothing?” asked an agitated Rainbow. "I mean, it was kinda our fault. We should be out there, Twi. We need to be out there."

The pink party pony present known as Pinkie Pie nodded her approval, and began bouncing in place. This action seemed to give the other ponies a sense of courage, and one by one, they too began to nod their approval, siding with Rainbow Dash and her request to search for their friend.

"Then it's settled." Twilight said with a sigh. "I'll go get some supplies, and will write a letter to the Princess informing her of where we'll be going, just in case anything should happen."

Rainbow Dash took to the air in excitement. This was surely going to be one hay of an adventure, and all to rescue a friend. Right at this moment, she felt just like Daring Doo. Nothing could stop her from finding her friend. Nothing, not even Celestia herself. She loved Darkened Bliss, and they would reunite. It was just a matter of time.

All six ponies started trotting in silence towards Twilight's library, so they could gather the much needed supplies to make their journey as safe as possible.

Rainbow took one last glance at the Everfree forest, a single thought on her mind.
"Please don't be dead."

Author's Note

Edited: May 19th, 2020