The Harmony Of Equestria

1 of the 7 sins

Jamir's Pov, Ponyville:

Two days have passed since the checkup and Twi has been doing okay, especially since she's agreed to give eating meat a try. With all that I've been told and whatnot, this seems like the best route to undertake for precautions. Sitting down with her and the girls at Lavender's diner to grab a quick bite to eat, I still have this lingering feeling that something bad happened, but I am paying It no mind. Leaning against the the walk-In booth, the atmosphere of the place Is very nice: every since I gave her the funds to open up, she has raked In quite a few customers, so much so that the Cakes ought to be careful. As of that point following my return, based on what the girls told me: everything returned to normal, but I almost flipped when I heard about what Fluttershy did. That alone made me realize how much these mares love and care for me and vice versa. They will never have to feel that way again.

As for the whole peace treaty thing Is concerned? Everything's been signed and all Is beginning to come along but two Issues still remain In play.The warden had to know something, so naturally any Information about Azure had to extracted one way or the other. We(me, Tia, and Lulu) spent about a hour and half of using all the torture methods I could think of: he cracked.

''Okay, okay! I don't know all the details, but she told me about heading to the Dragon Outlands to go and secure a package for something Important! That's all I know, so go ahead and let me-oof! His protest was cut off by me slugging him In the stomach. So that's where she's going? You little snake.

Letting a laugh out, I turned to face Tia and Lulu and said: ''We're done here: what you choose to do with him Is up to you.'' I snickered.

With that nipping away at the back of my mind, I viewed the menu and found the same stuff: no meat whatsoever. Also brings up another thing. The Griffon Kingdom and I do not have fond memories of one another so my best bet would be ask Kanaranx about what he knows In obtaining some meat. But, that can be discussed after we-''Can I take your order?'' Lavender asked me.

Smiling, I settled on a glass of water while the girls got whatever. Looking out the window, I saw something, or rather someone who squashed that low feeling only to replace It with curiosity. Opening the door, Frank along Spike, Vaillant, Iron, and Kanaranx came In looking rather scuffed up and taking a seat. A slightly dazed look In his eyes Informed me of something as he spoke.

Taking a deep breath:''So how are you all doing?''

One way or the other, they might surprised by this.

''Guys, I think we found out where Azure may be next.'' I said.

...

Rushing over and grabbing my shirt collar, Frank so elegantly said: ''Are you fucking serious? Don't be fucking playing with me! Where Is that **** so I can rip her a new one for making go Into the Everfree and-''SLAP!'' He stopped talking to look at me with shock on his face. Holding up a hand, I got a second to register what he said before responding.

''I said think, not, know. However we can't just Ignore this Information either. That's why I'm gonna need local assistance from you.'' I pointed to the black dragon.

''Me?'' He questioned.

Sigh.

''Yes.'' I nodded. ''Based on what I was told, It appears she'll be heading to the Dragon outlands to pick up a package. As to what It Is, no Idea: but the chance to strike has come upon us and will not be wasted. Kanaranx, what can you tell me about the Outlands? anything about political power, rights, traditions, current rulers, anything of that nature?''

The dragon sighed before speaking:

''I was only a baby when I heard stories of the old times. Long ago, when the world as I knew It was young and pure, the earliest known origin of dragon rule was classified as a wolf pack with a Alpha dragon. This was the way of my people for centuries until a mysterious pony came and Informed our predecessors that a change would occur sometime In the future. They Initially scoffed at the Idea, but then not 2 years later, It happened. The Great Dragon War was a result of a petty squabble over the death of nobility: one of our own that sparked the war In the first place. I still remember every little detail. I was only 19 at the time when fate chose me to defend the dragons on the front lines, 100 years ago. The war was brutal. Some much blood, suffering, and trickery and then life chose to take something away from me: my bride to be: Amber. The stress of losing her was too much and pushed my mind to Its limits and broke. For 5 years, I fought to protect and serve. Then the war came to a close and soon after the original way of rule was replaced by the birth of the current rulers: Lord Tamulus Bright Fang and Lady Desane Arc Blight: son and daughter to the previous Lord and Lady Scaleton. Our predecessors along with our once enemy, now ally: the Zebras and 12 dragon scholars came together to form The Proclamation Of Peace In The Face Of  Beak, Claw, Hoof, Paw, and Tooth. This was and still Is the baseline for our laws, principles, rights, and traditions. The most Imperative part of the proclamation are the 10 Ameliorations. Basically, It states In order to gain citizenship and be granted access to the Inner ring of the city, anyone not of descent of the 5 representations must undergo The Descent Of Cold Blood: a fighting competition to prove you are of worthiness to enter otherwise the penalty...Is death. Should Azure be In the Outlands, you'll have to go through the Descent before anything else.'' The dragon was shaking and wiped a tear from his eye.

Taking his claw, I held It and said: ''It's okay, you don't have to remember all that. Sorry for making you relive those moments.'' I soothed.

Wow...that was a lot to learn for today. But one door opens, two more In front of you. But If what Kanaranx said Is true, then I have to go through a fight tournament before I can even get remotely close to her.

''One more question Kanaranx: do dragons eat meat?'' I asked.

''Yea, almost as much we do gemstones: why?''

''Because Azure Light sounds like It could be good should It be made Into a stew.'' I chuckled. Frank picked up on my wording and backed me up.

''Wonderful.''