Why Ancient Rituals Don't Always Work

by musicman722

Dear Diary

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Dear Diary,

Curse that wretched Derring-do! Once again, he foiled my plans to claim the ancient Sapphire Statue! It was so simple to just let him navigate the temple’s traps and take it from him as soon as he got out. My precious cats had him trapped as they chased him through the jungle, but he managed to escape once again. I may need to invest in some better cats, or at least more of them. After his escape, I had hoped that he would go to recover his injured wing, but it seemed that was too much to hope for.

He came back, swinging from vines to snatch the sapphire stature out of my grip. I can still see that arrogant, cocky, charming smile on his face as he taunted me. I will have my revenge for sure.

Until next time,

Ahuizota

*****

Dear Diary,

It’s been a week since I wrote but I had to tell you what happened. I had been scavenging for information on any artifacts or tools I could use to assert my rule, or at least stop Derring-do from foiling anymore of my plans. Thanks to some generous informants, I found a few rings that are said to be used at the Mareyan Sun Temple for rituals. It’s amazing what a little bit of height can do to sway an earth pony’s mind.

I ventured to the temple using a map I…borrowed from my informant. I must admit, the temple is aptly named. Even covered in vines, the sun strikes the stone so beautifully. I think I’ll make my palace here when I take over the world. Yes, a nice view over the jungle canopy, a beautiful sunset to watch every evening, and Derring-do as my personal servant. Perfect.

Tomorrow, I work on translating the carvings and paintings. Perhaps there’s some gold around here to hire mercenaries. Wouldn’t want Derring-do to catch wind of my plan.

Love,

Ahuizota

*****

Dear Diary,

Things could not be more perfect to take over the world! If my translations are correct, when I collect all the rings and stack them around the obelisk, I will bring about years of unrelenting heat. I could use it to bend people to my will very easily. They will bow to Ahuizota, the Wielder of the Heat. Hmm, I might have to work on titles later.

I can imagine it now. Melting snowy mountains to flood disrespectful villages or my enemies’ armies. Reminding the workers that I’m watching as they construct statues of my glory. Derring-do forced to pull my chariot as the sun beats down on him. His toned flanks glistening with sweat

Ahem. That being said, the rings I have acquired have been placed on the obelisk with the few that were already there. I can see why they were left there, they looked really heavy. Turns out I have five more rings to find. Luckily, a back room held information on their possible whereabouts. I shall begin immediately.

Soon-to-be-Empress,

Ahuizota

*****

Dear Diary,

What luck! My rule is closer to my grasp than I had expected. From my digging, I discovered that of the five left, only two of them were kept in their original spots. The other three were found, but kept in private collections. No matter. I will plan around that when I come to it. From what the newspapers I found have told me, Derring-do will be busy at the opening of a new exhibit to showcase the Sapphire Statue soon.

Is it just me or is that suit too tight on Derring-do? Hmmpf, they can celebrate all they like, but I shall have the last laugh. Perhaps I can send them a scare? They will be too focused on security that they won’t look my way when I make my break-ins.

Love,

Ahuizota

*****

Dear Diary,

I can’t believe they fell for my trick! They beefed up the security at the event, but when I didn’t show up, they had the gall to think they scared me off. Hah! I was already miles away raiding this old pony’s mansion. Feh, it was a gaudy thing. Fountains and fancy flower beds, all inside a ten foot fence.

His security was a joke. Dogs? I have tigers and jaguars. That shut them up real quick. His locks were useless after I carved them out of the door. There was one guard but I took him out by throwing my kitten, Bast, at him. I was petting her when he walked out of a door down the hall, too far to leap. What else was I supposed to do? Bast was not happy with me, but she forgave me when I set her loose above the aquarium. Turns out the old man was a heavy sleeper if he couldn’t hear that noise. It just made my job easier.

I found the ring but… How stupid do you have to be to use it as a sports hoop?! Seriously, I found it in the gym after three hours of searching!! Just for that, this pony deserves what’s coming to him. I saw a few items that, under different circumstances, I would steal for the value. The juicy part was that a good handful of them were definitely illegal to own. After my little escapade, I sent a letter to Derring-do (thank you public records) about the treasure trove. He’ll be too distracted to notice what I stole and its importance.

Yours Truly,

Ahuizota

P.S. I found out Derring-do sleeps with a Mummy plushie! I’m so gonna blackmail him with that!~~He’s kinda cute when he sleeps~~

*****

Dear Diary,

It seems I’ve run into a slight snag. The location of the last two rings were close enough that if I worked quickly, I could get both in one night. I raided the second mansion and retrieved the ring, this time it was on a stand, almost begging to be taken. I swiped it and tripped an alarm, but I was already gone before the police could arrive.

The last one….I barely managed to get it. Right as I approached the place with ring on tail, Derring-Do dropped out of the sky. My blood started pumping faster, most likely getting ready for the inevitable chase. I noticed he had the last ring hanging around his neck.

Derring-do told me he knew the gist of my plan, but he didn’t know how close I was to completing it. I realize now that he might have caught wind of it at the first mansion I raided. Probably that guard who saw me. And I led Derring straight to it! Still, I must admit it was impressive how much he caught on to me in such little time.

But then I made the mistake of demanding for the ring. Derring made that stupid, cute smirk before saying, and I quote, “Now Ahuizota, you know I love you, but I can’t give you the ring until I’ve properly proposed”. How dare suggest such a thing! I would never want to walk down the aisle in a white dress up to him at the altar. It’s simply preposterous to imagine him in a suit saying his vows to me and saying ‘I do’. Slowly dancing with him under the moonlight is the last thing on my mind. ~~We would consummate our marriage-~~

ANYWAYS, I set my cats loose on him, hoping he would be distracted enough to allow me to snatch the ring from him. It proved difficult as he handled my jungle cats with surprising ease. ~~Would he fight for me like that if we were marri-~~ I decided to pull out my trump card and casually asked about the name of his mummy plushie. It worked in distracting him from the 500 pound tiger that tackled him into the ground and knocked him out. Rajah got a huge fish for that.

I decided to kill two birds with one stone and tied up Derring, taking him back with me to the temple. I saw a few good places to trap him and give him a good view of my success. He shall witness the futility of fighting me.

With love and joy,

Ahuizota

*****

Ahuizota closed her diary after finishing her last entry. She couldn’t help but grin as everything was coming together perfectly. She stashed her book away and then left the bedchamber towards the ritual chamber. The room was much like a cathedral, with the vaulted ceiling and large floor space. The obelisk stood tall in the back of the chamber, now covered by the stack of golden rings. Just in front of it was an altar where sacrifices were placed. It was fitting to see Derring tied down, spread eagle on his back, like the sacrifices in the wall paintings.

He struggled in his bonds as his captor padded silently up out of his view. “Try all you want Derring, but you won’t stop me this time.” Ahuizota said as she passed by him, her tail hand patting him on his muzzle. She began the climb up to the top of the obelisk.

“You’re making a mistake, Ahuizota.” He replied, “Those rings were hidden for a reason!”

“Maybe. But they were brought back together for a reason too. I will rule with the power of the sun at my beck and call!” Ahuizota cackled, “And once this last ring is placed, you will be powerless to stop me!”

“We’ll see about that.” Derring muttered as the last ring was set. The room shook and the rings began to glow, starting at the base and working its way up.

Ahuizota jumped and landed between Derring and the obelisk, not taking her eyes off her work. “Yes. True power shall be mine!” she said as the glow neared the top. When the last ring glowed, Ahuizota could feel the energy swirl around the room before coalescing at the top and expanding outwards. When the wave passed over her, Ahuizota’s eyes widened as she felt her body become significantly warmer, some parts more than others. “W-What is going on? What-hhhgg-happened? This wasn’t-mmmm-mentioned in the texts.”

“Let me guess.” A smug voice said behind her, “You thought you would gain control of the sun?” Ahuizota turned to see that irritating, arrogant, sexy smile on Derring’s face. He grinned even more, “Jokes on you. This civilization associated the sun with fertility, and here’s the kicker, they weren’t exactly known for their high birth rates. That’s why they made the rings. It’s not a weapon, it’s a mating inducer!”

Ahuizota flushed with embarrassment at her mistake. ‘Oh gods, he probably thinks I’m desperate to get laid, or that I’m a complete pervert! I just wanted to rule with him as my servant!’ she mentally wailed. As this thought went through her mind, she became very aware of the warmth between her thighs. ‘Great! Now I’m in heat and alone with an infuriating, sexy stallion…’ Her mind trailed off as the hormones kicked the door down, tied up Logic and Anger-at-Derring, and shoved them into the closet. “Hey Derring, has anyone ever told you how good you look?” Ahuizota said sultrily, giving bedroom eyes to the bound stallion. The scent of a healthy stallion was intoxicating, adding a hungry gleam to her eyes.

Derring’s grin fell off his face as he felt a lead weight drop in his stomach. Smart as he was, he forgot to take into account the possibility of Ahuizota being affected and how he was the only stallion in the room. “H-Hey, Ahuizota, you’re not thinking straight right now. Why don’t you, um, go get some rest?” he suggested nervously. He tried to resist the attractive eyes, her seductive voice, the sway of her cute ass, and the way she crawled up on top of him, but he might as well have tried to stop a snow storm with a hair dryer. The mating magic from the rings weren’t helping either. “L-Let’s not do anything you’ll regret now.” His words were cut off when he felt her tail start to grope his crotch.

“What’s to regret?” Ahuizota asked, trailing a finger down his neck, “All I want right now is to mate with you. Is that too much to ask? It’s not like you’re not enjoying this.” She punctuated her statement with a stroke of his hardening member.

Looking away with a blush on his face, Derring replied, “Normally I-I wouldn’t mind a roll in the hay, b-but I’d rather you be speaking from your own mmm-mind, not what the magic is telling y-you.” It was getting difficult to concentrate now that he was fully erect and was pressing against something soft and wet. Even now, the magic was seeping into him, influencing his desires and augmenting his body. Mustering all his remaining self-control, he forced his hips to stay still despite the alluring call to start thrusting.

Ahuizota giggled, “You’re cute when you’re flustered. You’re wrong though. This magic makes me want to find a stallion and have him rut my brains out, but I don’t want just any stallion.” She leaned in to his ear and spoke softly, “I. Want. You.”

Derring groaned as his control was shattered and his hips started to thrust. He stopped when a hand grabbed his shaft and pressed it just against the front entrance. “Looks like you want this as much as I do.” Ahuizota noted happily, “Let’s get started then.” Without warning, she dropped her waist and took it up to the medial ring. “Ooh~! You’re bigger than I thought you’d be.” She moaned in delight, “Now to see how long you last.” Placing her hands on his chest, she began moving her hips.

Below her, Derring had a look of blissful shock, and his mind in a similar state. He’d been in some amazing situations and seen incredible things, but this blew the competition away. His arch-nemesis was riding him like no tomorrow, and she felt insanely warm and tight, like she was milking him for all he had. Every time she pulled away, her walls were reluctant to give up their prize, and greedily pulled him back in when she came down.

After the initial shock passed away, Derring stared at Ahuizota’s blushing face. ‘Sweet Celestia, that is so adorable.’ he thought. Derring shook his head, ‘No! Bad brain. I need to stop her before things get out of hoof. If I can just get out of these bonds…’ Unfortunately, the rope was still snug against his hooves. ‘Dammit, I need something to cut these ropes, or…’ The thought trailed off as he realized the answer was staring right at him. ‘If this works, I will be fucking amazed. Literally.

Timing her movements, Derring began to thrust his hips when she came down. Ahuizota gave a surprised squeak when he did but was too lost in the pleasure to give comment. With every thrust he gave, Derring slid even deeper inside her, now up to three fourths of his cock. However, the magic of the rings desired more in its quest to fulfill the need to breed. He pushed harder, if not a bit faster, as they came closer to the climax. Ahuizota screamed with delight, “Yes! Don’t stop! I’m almost there!”

“Same here.” Derring grunted out. He felt himself reach the tipping point. ‘It’s now or never!’ he thought as he gave his last few thrusts. Just before they came, he pushed Ahuizota far enough to pull himself out of her. Moving quickly, he shifted his waist as his balls twitched and fired his sticky load at his forelegs. Derring panted with effort as the last dribbles of cum pooled on his chest. He glanced at Ahuizota to see her giving him a fierce pout. ‘Was she always that adorable?’

“Derring…” she growled out, “You were supposed to finish inside me!”

The strapped down Pegasus gulped, “Thing is, I don’t have a condom on me right now. Thanks to that ring tower’s magic, if I did finish inside you, there might have been a chance I would have gotten you pregnant. You don’t want that, do you?” Derring watched as Ahuizota’s eyes glazed over for a few moments, a string of drool coming out of her mouth. She blinked out of her reverie and gave a look of desire towards Derring that made him regret his last sentence.

“Ready for Round Two, stud?” she purred seductively, rubbing her moist snatch up and down his rod. The blood that had drained from Derring’s face went to the only place left. A light smack against her stomach gave her the answer. “Good boy.” Ahuizota said as she slid back onto Derring’s dick, “This time, you’re not going to stop until you fill me with every last drop.” She punctuated the last few words groping Derring’s balls, which were quickly refilling thanks to the rings.

Before she could slam her hips down, Derring spoke up, “You know, if you let my back legs go, I could get deeper inside you. Just saying.” Ahuizota grinded on the tip of his shaft as she considered the thought, then cut the ropes with a flick of her tail. After he was free, Derring took the initiative and shot his hips up, penetrating her core all the way to the base. Ahuizota was stunned by the sudden fullness and the euphoria that came with it; she didn’t notice Derring slip out of his bonds until it was too late. Derring flapped his wings, pushing him until he was on top of Ahuizota. Noticing how tightly she was clutching him, Derring shot her a smug grin, “You want me to fill you up? You’ll be bursting after this.”

For the first time in the whole ordeal, Derring gave in to the pleasure. He fucked Ahuizota like she had wanted. Each stroke was made to go to the furthest reaches of her pussy, massaging every sensitive spot on the way. Derring periodically changed between slow, sensual strokes to rapid, rough thrusts in order to keep the pleasure going. With each change, Ahuizota either moaned or squeaked in response. At one point, Derring wondered if he could make her sing a song like this and was very tempted to, but decided against it.

“Yes~.” Ahuizota moaned in ecstasy, “This feels so amazing! Why didn’t I do this sooner?” She squeaked once more as she felt another sensitive spot rubbed by the meaty spear inside her.

“Maybe because you were too busy-hng-trying to beat me?” Derring commented as her folds tightened on him again.

“Mmmmmaybe. Well, forget ancient temples, I’ve got the best treasure right here.” She leaned up and kissed Derring on the lips. It took him by surprise for a second, but he returned the gesture. They broke apart for air later only to resume once more.

During the kiss, Derring happened to notice his saddlebags were just below where they were, easily within feathers reach. Another idea formulated in his mind and he acted upon it the moment he was ready. He stopped the kiss and began to lightly kiss down Ahuizota’s neck and collarbone. The act made her writhe with pleasure, “You’re a better kisser than I imagined.”

“What did you imagine about me?” Derring asked, half curious, as he kissed her.

“Your smile.” Kiss. “Your eyes.” Kiss. “Your muscles.” Kiss. “Your flanks.” Kiss. “Your dick.” Kiss. “Your kiss.” Kiss. “Your love.” Kiss. “Your everything.”

“That’s a lot to imagine.” Derring said.

“I have a lot of spare time~.” Ahuizota replied, “Speaking of time, I’m getting close.”

“Then let’s do it together.” Derring sped up his movements as he got closer to release before giving the last, deepest thrust he could, painting Ahuizota’s womb white and filling it to the brim. Right as they came, Derring kissed her deeply, tongues fighting for control as they screamed. In that moment, there was no temple, no rings, and no enemies. It was just them in a lover’s embrace.

It felt like forever until they pulled away from each other. Ahuizota broke the silence first, “Hey Derring?” Her eyes started to close.

“Yes?”

“I love you.” It was all she got out before sleep took her.

Derring extracted himself out of her limbs, pulling his dick out with a small pop, releasing a small flood of jizz. “Huh, must’ve been saving up, or that magic really kicks in.” He then gazed upon her slumbering form, “Thank you, insomnia.” He muttered to himself, and then stared at the tower of rings, “Right. I should probably fix that.” He flew up and began to disassemble the stack, fiercely ignoring his loin’s want to return to Ahuizota’s cooch. “We both have a lot of explaining to do when she wakes up.”

****

The soft crackle of burning wood gently pulled Ahuizota from her dreams. Her eyes cracked open to find the source of the fire. Once found, she grumbled about wanting more sleep before snuggling deeper under her feathery blanket towards the comfy source of warmth. However, she couldn’t fall back asleep as a tiny alarm bell went off in the back of her mind. Wanting to shut it up, she checked to see what was wrong.

Fire. Check. Outside under the stars. Check. Snuggling up to Derring-Do. Check. Jungle noises. Check. Satisfied feeling in- Her mind did a double take and she jumped away once she realized what she was doing. “Derring! How did you escape?! What happened?! Why was I asleep next to you?! Did you do anything to me?!” Ahuizota screeched out.

Derring, who remained laying by the fire, regarded her with a bemused look, “Hello to you too. I actually have a few questions as well, but to answer yours, just remember what happened.”

Ahuizota gave him a confused look as she scanned her memories. ‘Let’s see, I wrote in my diary, walked in with the ring, taunted Derring, put the ring on the top, and then…’ Her face paled as a torrent of memories came rushing with the force of stampeding minotaurs, ‘OH. MY. GODS. Did I seriously…? And he said that…and then he…’ Her mind trailed off as it attempted to comprehend everything she had done. If she saw her face, it would make a tomato envious how red it was. The way Derring was just looking at her made her want to find the deepest hole she could bury herself into and never come out. There was no word to describe the utterly horrifying embarrassment she felt for what she did. Ahuizota tried to make some sort of response, a denial even, but her body resorted to the next best thing.

It started as a high pitched tone, and then grew into a whimper, and when the waterworks came out, she was bawling. “I just wanted to rule the woorhurrhurrhurrld!” she gasped out, “Id’s naht mai fault da stoopid texds couldn’ be transladed righihihiiit!”

“Ahui…” Derring handed over a hankerchief.

She blew her nose and then started to hyperventilate, “An-and now I’m gonna be kn-knocked up and end up being a single m-mom because y-y-you p-probably think I’m some sick, desperate f-ffreak t-trying to get lai-haied!!”

“Ahuizota…”

“An-An-And my baby is gonna grow up h-hungry because I won’t be able to care f-for him. I’m a terrible mohahaaam-mmph?!” Her rant was cut off by a pair of lips pressed against hers. The tenderness and love behind them bled out into her, washing away all her worries like chalk dust. Her body and mind felt like they were jello as she sank to the ground.

After what felt like not enough time, Derring broke the kiss. “Feeling better?” he asked.

Ahuizota responed with a dazed, “Uh-huh.”

“Good. Now that I answered your question, you need to answer mine.” Derring said as he laid next to Ahuizota, placing a wing over her back, “I guess the biggest question I have is, did you mean everything you said back in the temple?”

Turning away so he wouldn’t see her renewed blush, Ahuizota replied, “W-why does that matter? Not like you would care.”

Derring smiled and gave her a small nuzzle, “I just want to know if it was you or the magic talking.”

Realizing any scrap of dignity she had was annihilated in the temple, she reluctantly answered, “Yes, I meant it.” Her head hung low as the words came out.

“I see. If it makes you feel any better, I did try to keep the sex as short as possible. I only played along until I could escape.”

Ahiuzota nodded in acceptance, and then gave Derring a confused look, “Wait a minute, how did you escape? I tied those bonds well.”

Derring’s face scrunched up, “Well, when I pulled out after the first round, I used my own fluids to slip out of the bonds.”

Laughter erupted from Ahuizota’s throat, “Oh gods, that must have been gross to feel!”

“Tell me about it.”

Ahuizota had a shark-like grin, “I’m not letting you live this one down. Hehehe.”

“Oh? But you forget that I also knocked you out as well.” Derring grinned back.

“What are you talking about?” She tried to recall any sort of blow or hold that put her to sleep but there was nothing.

“It was during the last kiss.” Derring explained as his free wing pulled a small box out of his bags, “I slipped you some fast acting sleeping pills. I always thought my insomnia meds were a pain, but they redeemed themselves.”

“Aw, come on.” Ahuizota buried her face in her hands as Derring chuckled. He then gave a small cough before he spoke again.

“In all seriousness, I do have another question to ask you.” His tone made Ahuizota pay attention, “After recent events and confessions, I realize I have to take some responsibility for my actions.” He glanced to Ahuizota’s belly, “What I’m asking is, will you give me a chance to help raise our child?”

Ahuizota’s face heated up and her heart started beating faster, “Are you saying you want to…” she trailed off.

“Get married? Possibly, but for right now, I want to get to know you.” He punctuated with a kiss on her nose, “How about a date?”

“I’d like that.” Ahuizota said happily, feeling more content than she had been in years.

*****

Dear Diary,

So much has happened in the month since the Sun Temple. Derring and I started dating and things took off since the first date. We both have similar interests in ancient temples, relics, and such that it felt like we were meant for each other. He loves it when I smile and laugh, and treats me like a queen. Maybe not a ruler of the world, but definitely one in bed. He’s such a sweetie too, especially when he brings home a bouquet of roses and kisses me to sleep each night. I think he might propose to me soon. I can’t wait!

That’s right, I moved in with him, partly because I had no ‘actual’ home myself. His house is bigger than it looks from the front and it’s packed full of books to read. I tried bringing my cats with me, but he only allowed Bast because she was a house cat. No matter, the others still live in the jungle nearby, so I can see them when I want.

My pregnancy (yes, I did become pregnant) has been coming along well despite the odd cravings and morning sickness. Who knew that pickles and ice cream would taste so good? Anyways, with a baby on the way, Derring took up writing down some of his past adventures, all under a pen name of course. He says he knows a publisher and that these exaggerated tales would be a big hit to colts and fillies. With the money from that we could easily support a small family.

Family. It feels like yesterday that I was battling Derring for world domination and now it’s for who gets to be on top. As happy as I am, I can’t help but feel nervous. Will I be a good mother? Will the baby be born alright? Will Derring ever leave me? Thankfully, every time one of these questions rears its ugly head, Derring is always there to keep me safe. I couldn’t ask for more.

I have to go get ready for dinner tonight. Derring is going to take me to a fancy restaurant and go watch the firework show.

With tender love and care,

Ahuizota

P.S. I totally like it when Derring takes me from behind and pulls on my tail. He’s so strong and his dick is so big. Just the feeling of him on top of me is-

Derring is so going to be on the bottom tonight. Plus, I know where he keeps his whip. I might hide his plushie for a few days too.


Author's Note

Hey guys, I hope you enjoyed the fic, please fave (or put in a library relating to faves), and like. I had this idea for a while and saw a severe lack of this ship, especially r63, so i made this little thing with the best combo in romance ever: tsundere and lots of embarrassment!

BEFORE YOU COMMENT, PLEASE NOTE:
1.This is NOT a rape/mind control fic, nor is it intended to be one. I know someone might take it the wrong way, so i'm clearing that up now.
2. The rings acted on Ahuizota akin to alcohol, by which I mean they lowered her inibitions on her feelings about Derring.
3. Similarly, Derring saw Ahuizota in a new light thanks to the magic's passive effect on him.

With that out of the way, please tell me what you liked. I have plans for a bonus chapter or two if you guys want them.

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