Chapters Intro: Bleak Future
Changeling Love
By Admiral Q
The Changeling queen strolled through her hive. Though she gave the appearance of serenity it was a mask much like that Princess Celestia wears at times. She knew since she had under disguise visited Canterlot at times. She was deeply concerned about the future of her hive. Ever since Chrysalis attacked Canterlot it's been harder to get the love her kind needs.
'Darn you Chrysalis, you just had to be so open about invading now all of our hives suffer for your stupidity.' She entered the Love Hub. A name the children gave the room where they stored their captives. The queen looked up at a one pod. It's green glow lighting her up. For a race called changelings they were remarkably similar in looks to each other in their natural form. Her real difference from Chrysalis physically was her mane, wings, and eyes were a combo of red and pink. Her gazed was focused on the occupant in the pod. It was a unicorn mare with pinkish fur and a mane and tail that were purple with a light blue stripe. She was the head of a small town on Equestria's border. She took the whole town after Canterlot Invasion. It was safe since it hardly got any mail from outside but the place was creepy with all the ponies smiling that large creepy smile and having the same cutie mark. After going through things when they secured the ponies it turns out the mayor had a magical staff that took their cutie marks. She didn't know why this mare wanted to do that to her fellow ponies but it didn't matter now. She now lived in a world where her dream what ever it was is realized and she emitted love as a result.
The queen absently fed on the love. While taking the town helped the love problem for the time being it wasn't long term. The ponies will grow old and die eventually. This wasn't a problem before Canterlot. Her collectors could infiltrate towns and gather ambient love with impunity. Now the ponies were more cautious and a tad less trusting. It was dangerous for her collectors to stay long. She was seriously considering taking some of the ponies out of the pods and mind control them to mate so they can produce kids when she heard a ping over the hive mind.
Her top intelligence drone cried out.
Rosinta jaw dropped at that news. She heard of the Empire. It was a dream to royal changelings. Rumored to be powered of love and light it would be the perfect place for a hive to setup camp.
'If the rumors are true.'
She asked.
'So she is trying to establish control quickly. The legends did say it fell because of a tyrant unicorn who foolishly went head to head with the Royal Sisters. If that legend is true?'
With the connection broken Rosinta's attention went back to the mare in front of her but with the added look of hope in her eyes.
Recon
Rosinta was almost giddy, her spies came back with great news. The Crystal Empire radiated love like they have never seen before. According to them the team Celestia sent had succeeded in securing the empire and actually kill the previous ruler. She had to witness this empire for herself. So disguised as a unicorn mare she took the train to the empire. She fed on the ambient love on the train ever watching for guards with items or spells to take her disguise away. But she did have an enjoyable talk with the mare next to her. Many times she cursed fate for the needs of her kind. She would love to be able to interact with ponies as herself not in disguise. But that could never be so she settles for this. They talked about general topics but Rosinta did get some interesting intel. It seems she was slightly wrong about Princess Cadenza. She assumed that she was like Blueblood, a unicorn noble that was related to Princess Platinum. Though she clearly had a better reputation than Blueblood. One of her harvesters had to go through love therapy after being with him one night. Since then none of her harvesters are to be near him. In truth she has no relation to Blueblood and is an alicorn. Very interesting, she didn't know before because Cadenza doesn't do much officially. She doesn't govern anything till now. Watching Celestia over the last couple centuries she can bet that Alicorn of the Sun had been preparing her for this. That mare is a chess master, carefully moving her pieces around. Rosinta was interested in seeing this princess now.
When her fellow passenger when to the little filly's room she looked out the window and saw she was close to the Empire's only city. Seeing the majestic city she said.
“Crryystaaaaaalllllllls!” That caused her to think for a minute.
'What was that!? Why did I say that? What's next, me commanding for the construction of additional pylons?' She shook her head to clear those thoughts from it.
Finally the trainStopped and Rosinta got out and views the city....and soak up the love emanating from it. She felt it on the train and going by what she was absorbing. She could have a hive five miles from the city and she wouldn't need pod ponies anymore. Her hive would be unrivaled in power. However unlike Crysalis she would stay to the shadows. This power comes from these ponies and they must be preserved as is.
Something her hive can do.
She walked throughout the city observing the ponies live their lives. She saw many shimmering like they were made of crystals but a handful weren't and were like her looking around. She guessed that the 'crystal' ponies were natives while the rest were from Equestria proper. Well at least she didn't stand out. She felt something hit her leg and she looked down to see a ball next to her right fore hoof.
“Sorry lady.” Rosinta looked up a bit to see a filly nearby and a group of kids just behind her. “We were just playing and it got loose.' Rosinta felt a twinge of fear from the filly.
'They still have a scar from this tyrants rule. Well time to change that.' She smiled back and kicked the ball to the filly.
“Don't worry about kid, have fun with your friends.” She watched them play and was a bit envious. They could play and have fun in the sun. She and her kind never could for fear of discovery. She watched them for a few minutes before moving on. She eyed the various stores and shops. The city seemed to have everything a pony could need or want. This she didn't like for it meant getting in harder for her hive with no pressing need to be filled. She soon found herself at the Crystal Palace and just below it rotating was the biggest source of love she ever felt. A crystal heart made of a cyan gem. She felt the love of the city gather towards the gem and then the gem burst it out amplified for all. She could almost spend the rest of her life sitting right there.
“Beautiful isn't it?” She opened her eyes in surprise and looked over to see a unicorn standing there. He was muscular, had white fur, and a two tone blue mane. But bad looking for a stallion.
“Indeed it is.” She replied. 'More than you know.' She said to herself.
“Sorry to interrupt you but you seemed so entranced by the heart. But I forgot myself. I'm Shining Armor.” He raised a hoof to shake. She took it.
“The Prince of the Empire himself. Well this is an honor. I'm Rose Gem a humble tourist.” He actually blushed at the mention of his title. A modest noble, I didn't think they existed outside of the sisters?
“Well I just like to be around common ponies at times. Remind me of my roots and shows me sanity where I get insanity with the nobles."
“A most misnamed group of ponies I have ever heard.” Shining just nodded.
“So was it just tourism that brought you here?”
“No, my...company is looking to invest in the Empire so I'm scouting around the possibilities.” The unicorn prince opened his mouth to say something but was interrupted when a voice called out.
“Your Highness!” Both he and Rosinta looked to see a guard run up to them. “Princess Cadance and the nobles requested your presence.”
“Oh great what now?” Shining practically whined.
“I Don't know your highness but Princess Cadance personally requested for you.” Shining just sighed and shook his head.
“She wants a mind with common sense with her.” He looked over to Rosinta. “I guess we part ways now. Please enjoy the Empire.” Rosinta nodded.
“I'll check out the local food.” With that they parted ways.
* * * * * *
Rosinta sat at an outside table. She had enjoyed the crystal food though it could not truly sustain her. But her mind was else where. This place was a dream come true. Her hive could not only survive but thrive here. She would never need pod ponies again. But it had one issue. How to explain the sudden rise in non crystal ponies. She wasn't sure her changeling magic could mimic the shimmering crystal look the locals have. But a surge of 'normal ponies' would raise eyebrows. But the Empire didn't have a major need that would easily hide the rise. She seen bakeries, factories and farms. Nearly everything you need is provided so what could her changelings do that wouldn't draw much attention?
“Is this seat taken?” Said a beautiful female voice. Rosinta got out of her thoughts and looked over to the voice and was shocked by what she saw.
Standing there was a tall pink mare with a with a long mane striped in purple, pink, and white. Her eyes were lavender and a smile that was just infectious.
She was beautiful.
Then Rosinta realized the mare was waiting an answer.
“U-um...no it isn't.” With a hoof she offered the seat and the mare took it.
“You're Rose Gem right?” the mare asked.
“How do you know that name?” Rosinta asked.
“My husband mentioned you when he came into a meeting.” The light dawned in Rosinta mind.
“You're Princess Cadenza.”
“I prefer Cadance.” The princess replied.
“Cadance.” Rosinta looked up and she thought about the name and the mare before her. “Yes that does fit better. So what can I do for you Princess?”
“Well Shining told me that your company was interested in investing here so I was curious about it.”
“Well my company has run into some problems recently. The Canterlot attack deeply affected it. When we heard of the return of the Empire we had hope it might be the solution.”
“Why do I sense there is a problem?”
“Your Empire fills all the needs my company requires.”
“But?” the princess said with some urging.
“You have no need of my company. Unless you can take and sudden increase of a couple hundred ponies with no use I'm stuck.” The princess looked thoughtfully before her looks suggest a light went off in her mind.
“I might have something for your company.” Rosinta gave the mare an interested look.
“Really?”
“Possibly. The meeting that I requested Shiny to was about our mineral needs. The Empire has several mines in it filled with gems, crystals, gold, etc. But Sombra used the Crystal ponies to mine them so they don't really want to go in them again. Can your company mine?”
Rosinta thought about the offer. Her hive can easily mine. They had to to make their hives. She could make a new hive and the ponies would just assume they were expanding the mines. This solved all her problems. She looked at the princess with joy.
“We can easily do that princess.”
“Great. I'll fill the permits you need. How long will it take you to set up?”
“Need to get them from our current residence. I can have the first crews starting in a few days. Note we prefer making our own quarters so we will be making those as well as mining. We will definitely be having the first shipment by next week at the latest.”
“Excellent! I will let you contact your ponies and I'll write up the permit. A pleasure dealing with you Rose Gem.” With that the pink alicorn left. And Rosinta was left thinking. Cadance emitted love only beaten by the Crystal Heart. And she was sharp and kind and filled with joy and love. And a looker to be sure. As queen she needs to mate for the future of the hive but she always had a preference for females mares. And now the most beautiful one she ever meant has offered her salvation for her drones. And her love tasted like sweet candy. She looked at the retreating alicorn with lust.
'Oh yes it was a pleasure, but only the start. You will be mine my Sweet Cadance.'
The Plan
Two months have passed since Rosinta first came to the Empire. Her drones have built a new hive in the mountain range nearby and many were busy mining the gems since harvesting was no longer needed. Even from the mines the love projected from the Crystal Heart was enough to sustain them with no problem. Heck she even got rid of the pod ponies. They weren't needed anymore, they all have been released and implanted with the belief that they escaped from one of the rogue gryphon clans. Though the proper gryphon empire was on good relations with Equestria several clans cling to old ways. Rosinta figured she throw Equestria a bone by implanting the location of one of the clan holdings. She also altered the mind of that one mare obsessed with cutie marks. That just wasn't healthy.
With her hive set up she could now focus on her personal objective. Either as Rose Gem or other pony guises she observed the royal couple. Trying to understand how they reacted to situations and each other. She didn't plan to make the same mistakes that Chrysalis did. And now her plan was ready to go.
She waited till Shining Armor was alone then took the form of one of his usual messenger ponies. Said pony was occupied by one of her drones so no problem of the real one showing up. She ran up to him and saluted. Shining returned the salute and asked.
“What is it Flash?”
“Sir, a message came in from Canterlot.” She handed him a perfectly forged document. In it was a report saying the military plans, procedures, and record were all messed up. She had a drone spend a week doing that. The letter asked for his help in reorganizing it since he used to be captain of the guard and originally set it up. She saw Shining sigh as he read the letter.
“Horse apples, what a mess.” Shining finally said and eyed a nearby clock. “And the next train to Canterlot leaves in a few minutes but I don't want Cadance to worry why I didn't show up for dinner.”
“I'll tell her sir. Go get that train and do what ever you need to do at Canterlot sir.”
“Thank you Flash.” Shining said with a nod and galloped to the train station. Rosinta looked around and seeing nopony transformed into Shining Armor and headed to the private dining room.
The doors opened and Rosinta saw the object of her love sitting and looking of a paper. Likely a report or proposal of some kind. Cadance looked up from the paper and smiled at Rosinta.
'If only that was for the actual me and not the disguise. Well soon enough it will be.'
“Good, I was afraid something would keep you from having dinner with me again.”
“Not if I can help it.” Rosinta then hugged Cadance and drew the love radiating off of the mare. “So what are you looking at?” Cadance waved it off.
“Nothing too important. Just a noble's proposal about something. I was just reading it waiting for you. Now let's order. I'm getting hungry.”
“As you wish.” She sat down next to Cadance and gave her order as a waiter appeared. As they waited for food. Each told each other about their day. Rosinta told Cadance about Shining's trip to the barracks and the guards training as well as he patrol of the city and talking with the various ponies that live in the empire. She blessed the link she has with her drones to pull that one off. Cadance told her of her day with the nobles, court, and her own encounters with her subjects.
“Oh I must thank you for telling me about Rose Gem.” This had Rosinta's interest.
“Oh, and why is that?”
“ The ponies she brought in to take care of the mines have been great. The output from the mines is even greater than what even Sombra reported. The empire is having a major economic boon as a result. I must thank her the next time I see her.”
“That certainly is less to worry about.” before the conversation could go further their meals arrived and Rosinta enjoyed both the food and the love.
* * * * * *
Evening had fully arrived when they were done with their meals. Cadance pushed her plate away.
“Well that was good but I'm still hungry.” The mare said and licked her lips as she looked at what she thought was her husband. Rosinta gave a bashful smile as Shining would and replied.
“And do you know of what could sate this hunger?”
“Oh yes but it must be eaten in the bedroom.” With that Cadance led Rosinta through the place till they reached the private quarters. Rosinta barely got a glance of the living room before they ended up and a large bedroom with of all things a heart shaped bed. Cadance took off her tiara and placed it on a nearby night stand. It was a good thing that Shining wasn't wearing anything when he left. It's not fun mimicking clothes when you have to take them off at some point. So she got to admire Cadance as she laid suggestively across the bed. Rosinta could feel the cock she had in this form coming out at the sight. With a come hither gesture Cadance signal for Rosinta to come and the disguised changeling queen happily did. She climbed onto the bed and Cadance put her fore hooves around her next and kissed her passionately. Rosinta happily returned it They stroked each other along their bodies. Cadance was just how she imagined the mare. Soft, almost fluffy but there was strength underneath that fur. She may be the Alicorn of Love. But that didn't mean weak or timid. After a few minutes of stroking, nuzzling, and kissing Cadance broke off a bit to present her pussy to Rosinta. For changelings, taking on another's form wasn't just an image. They literately become a copy of that being. But that doesn't mean they have all the memories or the aura. Those are the two things that can give a changeling away. Thus why they have telepathy so they can convince a subject that those are normal for their lover. In this situation Rosinta could help but feel the natural impulses of a stallion body and if it brought pleasure to her lover then she had no qualms about it.
They'll make love the proper way later.
She moved up and with new instincts Rosinta entered her lover and felt the pleasure from her one body and with the moan and love emending from Cadance. She steadily pushed in causing Cadance to moan in pleasure till she hilted. Then they paused there, both panting from the pleasure they were creating for each other. Then Rosinta let instincts take over and began thrusting in and out of Cadance and both just reveled in the feelings created and Rosinta feed greatly from the love created.
“I'm cumming SHINY! I'M CUMMMMMMMMMMIIIIINNNNGGGG!” Cadance screamed as both came at nearly the same time and then collapsed on each other. They panted for a minute before Cadance got started again and most of the rest of the night became a blur for Rosinta except for one thing. Cadance was definitely the Alicorn of Love.
In every meaning of the word.
Finally hours later Cadance was exhausted and after a little kiss to her thought to be husband she fell asleep. Rosinta herself was so filled with love energy she had no need to sleep. Perfect for her plan. Her horn lit and she touched it to Cadance's. She started using her magic to alter Cadance's mind a bit. Rosinta didn't want a mindless slave. Her cover would never stick if Cadance couldn't act on her own. No what she was doing was trying to rid Cadance of the fear and loathing she would have for her kind. She wanted Cadance to see and love her in her true form. This will be long and delicate work and might fail in the end. Cadance's love was worth it in the end. Stroking the sleeping mare's mane Rosinta quietly said.
“Sleep well my Sweet Cadance. Dream of love and of me.”
* * * * * * *
Two days have past since she started her plan. Cadance wasn't so active these nights like she was that first one but Rosinta was so full from it she wouldn't need to feed for one hundred years. This gave her time to work on Cadance. So far it seems to have worked. Cadance acts as she normally does but she has done one command and have Rose Gem be part of her staff. Now she can enter the palace without security issues nor a double issue. It is certainly a great start. Tonight will be the moment of truth. She would drop her disguise and see if her alterations hold. She spent the day casting spells on the bedroom so it would be sound proof and locked tight when she reveals herself. She just hopes it's not needed.
The door opened and Cadance came in and looked confused.
“Rose Gem? What are you doing in my bedroom?” Rosinta took a deep breath.
'Well here goes nothing.'
“Cadance, don't you remember the late night meeting we planned?” Cadance's eyes widen before a lustful smile came on to her lips.
“Oh yes, sorry been a hectic day and I'm worried about Shiny disappearing so suddenly.”
“It's okay my Sweet Cadance. Part of that's my fault. Shining came to me earlier to say he was needed in Canterlot for a few days and ask me to see to your needs while he was gone.” Cadance seemed to relax a bit.
“Oh good. He so protective at times it's annoying when he doesn't tell me something because he wanted to take care of it. Some times he can be just as bad as Twilight.”
“Again my bad on that for not telling you sooner. Before we begin your obviously necessary stress relief let me slip into something more fitting.” With that she dropped her disguise and was fully exposed to Cadance. The mare tilted her head inspecting Rosinta's form.
“Well it's not exactly cuddle material but it's is you and the mare I fell in love with. Shiny is going to bummed he missed this.”
'SCORE!'
“That's his problem.” Rosinta said and she laid on the bed. “Now come and let's start relieving tension.” Cadance didn't need a second invitation. Cadance joined her on the bed and came close to her face. It was such a beautiful face and currently filled with love. They kissed and Rosinta was in paradise. The mare of her dreams kissing her, loving her without her mask on. A dream come true. They caressed each other. Rosinta was careful with Cadance. Her shell is much different then a pony's skin and fur and sadly she could barely feel Cadance's touch as well. Well it didn't take long for Cadance to find the one area that was sensitive.
For the record, Cadance is quite talented with her tongue. Rosinta had to quickly close in on Cadance's pussy to return the favor but even being a creature that fed on love she couldn't out do the Alicorn of Love but the love radiating off of Cadance told her all she needed to know.
While she may not be able to out do Cadance in love she can outlast her. They were cuddled together in the bed with Rosinta on the outside wrapped almost protectively over Cadance's smaller form. Cadance yawned and kissed Rosinta.
“Good night Rosey.”
'Rosey? Well I didn't plant that in but will take it none the less.' Rosinta kissed her back.
“Good Night my Sweet Cadance.” Rosinta watch over Cadance as she fell asleep and soon decided to join her even though with the love she has she does really need to do so. Everything was going perfectly.
* * * * * * *
A nudge on her belly told Rosinta that Cadance was awake. She opened and rubbed her eyes before looking down at the smaller mare. She smiled at the smiling mare.
“Good morning my Sweet Cadance.” She snuck in a quick peck that had Cadance giggle.
“Morning, why do you call me that Rosey?”
“Because your love taste like sweet candy to me.”
'And it's not the only thing of yours that does so either.'
“Sounds legit to me. Now to freshen up in the shower and wake me up more. You want to join?”
“I would love to really but then we would be in there for a couple hours, you will get tired and hungry and the staff will wonder why you aren't doing your duties. Besides I don't need it to wake up. I slept lightly thanks to last night.” Cadance didn't even blush at that and Rosinta wondered if the mare had any modesty. While Cadance went to freshen up Rosinta checked in with the hive and see how things were going. Mining was doing okay, they had a couple injures from a collapse but nothing too serious. The hatchery had seven new nymphs hatch out so far and were completely healthy. Thank the First Mother on that one. With her hive near the Crystal Heart nymphs were now being born healthy on a regular basis. This was always a concern in the past. A few of her drones mingled with the ponies buying and selling things. Not all the gems are given to the royal coffers or various businesses. A few of her drones found talent in crystal working from the worthless glass like stuff the valuable gems are mined out of up here. She heard the shower cut off and shoved the link to the back of her mind. The door opened and she saw Cadance finishing up her drying.
“Well I'm ready for breakfast. How about you?”
“Well I technically already had breakfast but let me get my work clothes on to join yours.” With a flash of flame she was Rose Gem again. Cadance frowned a bit at the sight.
“I wish you didn't have to hid yourself.”
“It's the way it has to be for now Cadance. Our arrangement is very new and your ponies aren't ready for unveiled changelings on the day to day basis. It may take a pony lifetime or more before I can truly be me in the public. Besides the pony I care most already knows and accepts me.” Cadance reluctantly relented and while Cadance enjoyed her meal Rosinta enjoyed the company.
* * * * * *
The next few days a routine formed. Taking her unicorn disguise Rosinta would help Cadance through the day, giving advice on situations or policies. The final choice was always Cadance's, this was her kingdom after all Rosinta just lives here. After dinner they retreated to Cadance's quarters where Rosinta can be herself and they spend some quality time together reading, talking before they get intimate. Rosinta has never been so full of power till she made this arrangement. She was so happy.
However Shining couldn't be kept away forever. The drone she left keeping an eye on the prince told her he was done and would be heading home soon. She had to put the second part of her plan into action. She cast a heavy sleep spell on Cadance and put her in a pod and hid her away with a drone guarding her. With Cadance secure and out of the way she could deal with Shining. She couldn't get rid of him, too many question would rise. And he wasn't a bad stallion and he made Cadance happy as well. She could deal with sharing Cadance for his lifetime. So she took Cadance's form and went for the usual routine and saying that Rose Gem was on a special assignment. Soon Shining walked through the doors. Rosinta looked up and smiled before greeting him.
“Welcome home love. How was the reshelving?”
“Ugh, if it wasn't for the nature of the items that needed it I would have had Twilight do it. This was her thing after all.” Rosinta chuckled a bit.
“Well your home now.” Rosinta glanced at the clock. “And just in time for dinner so we'll enjoy a meal and you can tell me of everything else that happened in Canterlot during your stay.”
“Sounds good, I'm famished.” Shining said as he followed her into the private dining area.
* * * * * *
After dinner they entered the bedroom and Shining looked eager to reacquaint himself with his wife and Rosinta was content to give him the illusion of it. She climbed onto the bed and presented her flank to him. He took the invitation and mounted her and she had to admit it felt good. He nuzzled her and gently thrust in and out. Rosinta had to admit in all the times she had to let a stallion mount her Shining was by far the most gentle. Only the necessary mating with her consorts was as gentle. The way he caressed her body it was like a prize fragile treasure. She could understand that for she felt the same about Cadance herself. Anymore thought was lost and the pleasure of what he did and what she drank from him overwhelmed her mind.
After he finally came, taking her with him he was tired enough for her to try the final part of her plan. With her horn glowing a redish pink she touched it to his horn and made him fall asleep and began the implanting and rearranging. Same was with Cadance she wanted him to accept the real her and believe they made a secret agreement with each other. She and her hive can live in the Empire but remained disguise for the time being and in return her hive assist in the defense of the Empire. She stayed up all night working on him as well as a couple days before she finally tried to reveal herself and see what kind of response she'll get. She made some excuse for Cadance to be away and resumed Rose Gem when out of sight. She then approached him and dropped the disguise. He just smiled and greeted her like it was no big deal. Now she is enjoying Cadance licking her pussy and Shining thrusting into the alicorn mare. The love emanating from them was the greatest yet. Her hive is secure with the love of the Empire and her relationship with the pair was secure. She was so happy, her plan was going so perfectly.
In Laws and Inpections
Rosinta awoke with the sun hitting her face. She smiled in contentment as she felt the warm,fuzzy bodies of Cadance and Shining lying with her. In the weeks since she made her arrangement with them, they have been the best. She didn't sleep because her body needed it, but rather because her mind did. She entered back into dreamland. But her rest period is shorter than her lovers'. Too comfortable to move, she took the time to check up on the hive activities while she was out. The mining was going well and more than meeting quota. Well, Cadance will be happy about that. The hive itself is doing well, the nymphs growing well and strong. Her hive has been thriving since she moved it to the Empire. She lay there for a couple hours more, when her lovers woke up. Both giving her a peck, she responded with a "good morning". The trio then got up and stretched before sharing a shower. It took some effort from the three of them to only just shower before heading to the dining area, Rosinta in her Rose Gem form.
“So, what's on for today, Cadance?” Rosinta asked as the food was brought out.
“Well, the Equestria Games inspector is arriving today, so Twilight and her friends should also be arriving to help us impress her. They should be arriving in an hour or so. I should send someone to greet them.”
“I'll go,” Rosinta said.
“Why you?” Cadance asked.
“Well, you have to get all pretty for the inspector. Though you're always pretty, to me. Shining has to take care of the guard training. Besides that, I want to meet Twilight and her friends, and I have nothing much to do today, anyway.”
“Hmmm, can't argue with that logic,” Shining commented, and Cadance sighed.
“Okay, my sister-in-law is a lavender mare with a dark blue mane with purple and pink stripes in it.”
“Got it.”
The rest of the time was spent enjoying the meal.
* * * * * *
Rosinta sat on a bench waiting for the train to arrive and quietly observing the ponies around her. She watched them interact with each other until a train whistle blew. Looking over, she saw the most brightly colored train ever pull up to the station and stop. When the doors opened, she looked around and found a mare matching the description Cadance given her. She definitely was a looker, but she was not the height of beauty. She was more...adorable than beautiful. She was with five other mares: a unicorn that fit the definition of equine beauty, a pair of pegasi, and a pair of earth ponies. The pegasi were lookers; the cyan one had all the signs of an athlete, with her slim and trim look and her defined muscles. The other pegasus was a butter yellow with a pink mane. She was the pinnacle of beauty and easy model material. The first earth pony had orange fur with a blonde mane and tail, deep emerald eyes, and a stetson hat on her head. The hat, along with her muscular build, gave her away as a farmer. The apples on her cutie mark signified that she was of the Grand Apple Clan. The last mare was a hyper pink thing with blue eyes, her cutie mark being the only things that wasn't pink.
“Twilight Sparkle?” Rosinta asked aloud, and the lavender mare look over to Rosinta.
“Yes?”
Rosinta put on a smile and said, “My Name is Rose Gem. I advise Princess Cadance and have come to escort you to her.”
“You're Rose Gem? Cadance has mentioned you many times in her letters.”
“Oh, and what does she say about me?” She asked, genuinely curious as she lead them away from the station.
“Just that you are a talented mare and have made ruling the Empire so much easier."
“Well, it's nice to be appreciated. So, who are your friends?”
“Well--” Before Twilight could go further the pink one jumped in.
“Hi! I'm Pinkie Pie, nice to meet yahowdoyouliketheempirewithallitsshininess--” The mare wouldn't stop, speaking faster than Rosinta could keep up. Rosinta was gripped with fear. She leaned next the the cyan pegasus and asked,
“Did she get dumped into coffee beans on the way here?”
The mare chuckled and replied, “Oh no, Pinkie is banned from caffeine. Has been for years. Ever since the Week of Pink Terror.” The mare actually turned white at the thought.
'By the First Mother, how have they survived?' Rosinta thought.
“Anyway, the name's Rainbow Dash, fastest flier in Equestria and the only mare alive to do the Sonic Rainboom.”
“Impressive. Most impressive.”
“The white one is Rarity, the orange one is Applejack, and my fellow pegasus is Fluttershy. Don't worry; she's like that with anypony new,” Rainbow Dash finished, addressing the fact that the last member of the group was trying to hide behind Rarity.
“Thank you, Rainbow Dash. Applejack, I figured you were of the Apple Clan.”
“You know of mah family?”
“It be hard to find a pony who doesn't. Your clan is everywhere except here, but I bet it's only a matter of time. You make good apple products. I know Cadance is trying to have some brought in.”
“Well, that's nice ta know.”
“And what do you do, darling, beside being Princess Cadance's adviser?” Rarity asked.
“I originally came to take over the mining of crystals with my company. Cadance helped get the paperwork through, and after that, I eventually found my way to the role as adviser. I have been so happy since I took that position, and I get to meet such mares as yourself. What do you do, Rarity?”
“I am a fashionista and own Carousel Boutique.”
The conversation continued, and the girls commented on how shiny the Empire looked. Rosinta explained that the crystal ponies were trying to make it look nice for the Equestria Games inspector. They eventually reached the spa, and Rosinta took them in. Cadance and Twilight called out to each other and then," “Sunshine, sunshine, ladybug's awake! Clap your hooves and do a little shake!”
That.
Was.
ADORABLE!
And the love boost Rosinta was getting jumped significantly from that. Woe to any being that harms either one in the presence of the other.
“Oh my, this is spectacular. Please, everypony, stand back. I need air,” Rarity said to Rosinta's amusement.
“Go ahead and try anything. It's all complementary for the welcome committee.” Cadance pointed to the crystal mud bath as Rarity cooed and extolled its virtues, while Pinkie literally dove right in. Twilight started to scold Pinkie, until Cadance came to her side. With just a look, she got Twilight to do a breathing exercise.
'That's my Sweet Cadance.'
“Go ahead, have a good time while I get my ceremonial headdress done.”
“Ceremonial headdress?” Rarity asked with a giddy look.
“When meeting with important guests, it's tradition that the rulers of the Crystal Empire weave crystals into their mane in a very special way. The Games inspector is known for doing her homework. She will be certainly expecting my look to reflect the importance of her visit.” A mail mare showed up then and gave word that the hairdresser for Cadance was sick and unable to make it. Cadance asked around if any of the other stylists knew how to create the headdress. None did, and Rosinta facehoofed.
“This is why we should always have a backup. I can't believe the Empire only has one mare that can do the job.” Fortunately, Rarity decided to take a crack at doing the headdress. Cadance had a couple servants bring out the scroll that had the instructions for the mane style.
It was a big scroll.
Rosinta felt sorry for the unicorn mare, considering how much she had to do for this mane style. Soon afterward, they ran into another problem, courtesy of a second messenger.
“What do you mean 'the Inspector is coming early'!?”
“Just that. She will be on the next train, which should arrive in fifteen minutes.”
“That's just great,” Rosinta commented. “Okay, here's the plan. Rarity, get to work on the mane. The rest of us will greet the inspector and try to keep her away from Cadance as long as possible.”
Rarity looked over the scroll again. “I might be able to skip a few steps,” she said absently.
“Good luck,” said Cadance. At Rarity's urging, Cadance lay down so she could begin work on the mane style.
“Want some help, Rarity?” Rosinta asked.
“Your help would be appreciated, darling.” With that, the two got to work on Cadance's mane. The work was hard, tedious, and stressful. And it certainly didn't help that one of Rarity's short cuts was a disaster, which was horribly timed, as Twilight came in just then for a progress report. After a while, they were making progress with Cadance's mane, when Rosinta thought she heard something hit a window. Then, she heard something sliding on a window. She mentally shrugged about it.
'Likely another pony making the city look nice for the inspector.'
Finally after much tedious work, the mane was done, and they moved Cadance over to put on a dress. That was all going well until Twilight and her friends came in.
“Wonderful news! LOOK! Princess Cadance is better than new!” Rarity cheered. Then an orange mare sat up from one of the massage couches and said,
“Princess Cadance, so this is where you've been. I'll have you know this has been the worst welcome I've had in all my years.”
'OH SNAP!' Candance looked shocked.
“I can't believe it! What was wrong with the welcome?”
“There wasn't one.”
Rosinta facehoofed.
“What is going on?” Cadance demanded. Twilight stepped forward, but Rainbow stopped her.
“We gave our welcome to the wrong pony, left the right one waiting at the station, and completely ruined everything.” Rosinta double-facehoofed. Then, Rainbow Dash went on about how she hoped that she could prevent the loss she felt when Cloudsdale lost their chance to host the games when she was small. However, the mare the others mistook for the inspector stepped forward and told the real inspector that the welcome she received was the warmest, funniest, and most fabulous welcome she ever heard of. Fortunately, the impressed the inspector enought that she decided that the Equestria Games would be hosted in the Empire. Needless to say, when the announcement was given, the love output was massive and the heart spun fast, creating a beautiful aurora of colors. Rosinta, Cadance, and Shining did a lot of personal celebrating that night.
Author's Note
things will heat up in the next chapter.
special edit by icecreammanic
A Day in the Empire (unedited)
Rosinta moaned as her love licked her pussy as she was rutted by Shining. Such a pleasure train they had. I kept my hooves on Cady’s head, keeping her head near my pussy making her use that lovely tongue. I sang in pleasure and fed off their love. With a talented stroke she made me cum. I cried out as my juices covered her face. She and Shining so cried out as they orgasmed. We then cuddled together for a bit after hours of lovely sex. I could have stayed like that forever…….sadly life wouldn't let us so we slowly freshened up. I soon assumed my disguise and joined Cadance in her throne room as Shining oversaw the Crystal Guard. I sat at her right side as my love sat on the throne. A guard announce the start of the Crystal Court and the doors opened to admit petitioners. The first that came in was a dressed up stallion. Clearly a local noble, oh joy. He bowed to Cadance before he began. “Empress, I am Lord Cut Gem. I would like a permit to expand my property.”
“Reason for the expansion?” Cadance asked.
“Like to add a ball room for events your majesty.”
“And why would you need my approval?”
“Well I don't own the land I need for it but you have the authority to give me that land.” Cadance frowned.
“What is currently there?” Cadance asked her staff and they got to work. Soon a pony hoofed Cadance a scroll that was a city map. Cadance looked over it and soon frown. “That land is a park and likely used by the orphanage next door to it. I can not allow your proposal.”
“But, Empress..”
“I will not destroy a park for the convenience of a noble. Proposal DENIED!” She stomped a hoof on the throne. The stallion left and I smiled at that. My love showing her strength. She is no weak mare. Love is Strength to changelings and who is stronger then the embodiment of Love? The next petitioner was another stallion but wore no clothing.
“Empress..” He bowed and continued. “I represent the Crystal Orphan Foundation and request to use the imperial hall to host our fundraiser.”
“Why my hall?” Cadance asked curious.
“Better turnout. Our funds are low and a better venue could boost donations.” Cadance smiled.
“Then consider it done, when do you need it?” The stallion have the date and left. Cadance sighed and looked more relaxed. That was in her element and not the usual annoyance. Love and foals were her thing and it made her brighter and happier and I love seeing it in her. The next was a business proposal and Cadance asked for my opinion on it. I looked it over and it looked like a sound plan. I gave my opinion it could work and Cadance approved it. The rest were the usual noble crap with a hooffull of actual things Cadance liked working on. Finally court ended in time for lunch.
Cadance ordered a couple of sandwiches and some fries. I noticed she seemed to have a high metabolism. I’m fact I think all alicorns did. Though it seems Celestia showed more considering the size of her flanks. Still, if Cadance wasn’t around I would do either of the royal sisters but I had all I needed seating across from me. I couldn't help but admire the mare. A long face normally having a smile that could help but make you smile in return. Her cream, dark pink, and purple mane framed her face just right. Her pinks eyes that her full of happiness with a side of mischievousness. Yes her love can be sneaky when she wants to be. And I loved it all. “So how is your company doing? I know they are meeting the mining quotas but other then that?”
“We are doing well. Are issues are things of the past. They have done well in their relations with your subjects. My company has never been happier. And it’s all thanks to you.” Cadance beamed at that.
“Good, nice to hear we are making an impact.”
“Of course you are, you and your kingdom are very important to my company. Our relationship is as it should be for such things.”
Again Cadance nodded and got up.
“Well a good lunch but time for paperwork.” I got up and joined her in heading out. Eyeing her flank all the way.
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Being head of a hive mind and with a constant strong source of love you had very little actual paperwork. Sadly Cadance didn't have that advantage so I helped her with hers. In the privacy of her office I can be my true self and did so. Made things a bit more comfortable while taking care of such brain killing tasks that paperwork brought. I just gave her a basic summary and had her sign when needed.
“Seriously, why do they need your approval on a building design that isn't on government property? Just get a good architect and engineer and your good. No need for the throne to get involved.” Cadance sighed.
“I dealt with this all the time in Canterlot. Ponies are very dependent species. They need confirmation by ponies of power. My aunt the highest but I have dealt with it many times. Thou I think auntie had been working on it but slow going.”
“That has to be annoying.”
“It is.” I finished the paperwork and looked over to see her finishing up.
“Well, let’s do something more pleasurable huh my Sweet Candy?” She looked at me lustfully. I smiled back and walked to the bed room. As soon as I entered I felt magic over me and thrown to the bed belly up and felt my limbs locked to the bed posts and a ring on my horn and I was cut off from my magic! I looked fearfully at Cadance. Did my conditioning fail? Cadance still looked at her lustfully. She climbed into the bed. I felt like prey to her predator. A big role reversal. She was right to my muzzle with a smirk. Then passionately kissed me. I was surprised but moaned into it. She pulled back, stood, and with a flash of magic replaced her regalia with a dominatrix outfit that really emphasized her flanks and had a crop.
“Now my little pet queen, you shall pleasure your mistress.” She turned around and presented her pussy to me. I eagerly licked it and wished I could squeeze her flanks and play with her teats, but I couldn't. I could only lick that wonderful pushy and feed off her love. And there was love, Cadance was showing a kinky side. I liked. So I have it my all as she licked my pussy. So for minutes there was only licking, pleasure, and love.
Then, when on the edge of orgasm Cadance stopped licking. I stopped confused and received a what of the crop on my flank for it. “Your mistress did not tell you to stop.” She said with authority. I began licking again. Cadance occasionally licked my pussy keeping me on edge. Every time I stopped she whack me with the crop so I go back to licking. She came several times while I didn't once. I have never denied orgasm in all my life but here was this mare, a mere princess making me a queen her plaything, her denied toy.
And I liked it.
It was such a change. We queens normally dominate mates, a nature thing but this one at least for now was dominating me. It was such a new thing for me. Let’s see where this go.
An hour later and I was straining against the bonds. I was so desperate to cum but Cadance kept denying me it. It was painful..but….pleasurable as well. It was amazing! The mix of those extremes. I never thought of it but my mate did. By the first mother wow! At some point she was moved to make room for Shining. He was bound with a ring keeping his cock hard. Looks like Mistress Cadance had another toy.
Hours later both ponies were out with Cadance between me and Shining. We were still bound and still had not orgasmed. I laid there fully awake, aroused, and denied.
And I couldn't wait for the next session!