Rising Hope 2: The Harmony Of Equestria.

Azure's Pov:

Dragon Outlands, Library Of The 12 Scholars.

''You can find that book over there underneath the history section.'' The dragon librarian whom I came know as 'Misty' directed me and Wind Breaker to the shelf where I needed to get what was required. Trotting over, I paid more attention on the importance of retrieving this book will do for me. Whilst I am able to go ahead and do this however I find this way to be...more manipulative for me.

''Let's see: no, no, no...hmm...Ah! Found it.'' A smile came to my face. Bringing the oakwood styled book out from the bookshelf, a bit of dust came free and prompted a coughing fit from me.  Looking at the cover, it said exactly what I needed it to: ''The complete history of the Dragons'' Giving it to Wind Breaker who lost track of events and was currently having another of his 'episodes.' That same dazed look told me that he was not paying attention and is most likely daydreaming.

''Huh...pretty birds...''He looked around and chuckled like a buffoon. Honestly, at times: I must have the dumbest luck. Get a pegasus, I told myself. He won't be that dumb, I assured. Maybe if it's not too late I can leave him here and just keep going.

''Wind Breaker!'' I shook him. ''Get your act together or I will-

''Quiet!'' Misty scolded.

Not choosing to prolong this any longer, I gave my subordinate a fair warning.

''Do you want to be like me? You know, no pride between your legs?''I furthered my point by using my magic to grab his most private area and squeeze.

''Either focus or you can go and have those male dragons claim you and I would not bat a eyelash..you do know that right?''

With that, his eyes got straight and looked alert:

''Yes, ma'am: please don't do that.'' He begged. Smirking, we got back to business and sat down at a table, the old and worn down book looked to radiate years of war, history, and secrets from within.

Opening the book, the entirety of its contents were open to me to feast my eyes on.

This is the most descriptive and dated records of the history of Dragons:

By Amadeus Clawmark

Chapter 1: The way of rule......

The earliest known way of dragon rule was classified to the closest resemblance to the order of a wolf pack with an alpha leader who would lead the rest of the group to food, defend against rival dragons, and maintain order within the group. For the passing centuries since this book was created, it was noted that this was the way of our people until one day a mysterious mare came to our predecessors and informed us of a change coming that would either make or break the foundation of our principles. At first glance, they scoffed at the thought and sent her back to where she came from, but not 2 years after the fact the biggest historical influence of our time happened: The Great Dragon War broke out. Over the death of nobility of one of our fellow dragons sparked a war with the Zebras that lasted over a period of 5 gruesome, insufferable years. Finally both sides gave up after the war reached a complete and total standstill. Both sides had spears or claws to their throats, each called a surrender. Coming to more civil terms, the Dragons and Zebras each appointed 12 of the best scholars to come and 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. Following that 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 who revolutionized the old ways and brought the Dragon Outlands to prominence. The war is a constant staple of what one death can mean to an entire nation. As one of the scholars who helped to draft and form the Proclamation I say this to those who read this: ''Anyone who has ever looked into the glazed eyes of a solider dying on the battlefield will think hard before starting a war.''

''Interesting.'' The book got my undivided attention. Taking a minute to absorb that message, I kept reading on.

Chapter 2: The Effects....

Next, the following result of making peace led to many opportunities with our now allies and friends such as discovering new medicine to use that help our people tremulously or to trade goods to better increase commerce. In the coming years, we helped shape our great nation and began put our best foot forward and build the path back back up. As with the end of the great war, something else occurred The current rulers Lord Tamulus Bright Fang and Lady Desane Arc Blight both tried to reach out the mare who came to prophesize the events that happened to attempt to get answers or clarity on the future. However, since she disappeared so long ago, none have seen her in ages as she could be dead. Due to this, both the Lord and Lady were furious that that mysterious pony came, only to provide small details that led to a bloody and brutal war with death counts that are unfathomable even to the current day. This is the way of our history and growth as a species: while it has been shrouded in mystery and death, the most we have is peace...for the moment.

''Hmm, this certainly seems like it can provide some assistance for my plans, don't you agree?'' I looked to Wind Breaker.

''Ha...bright lights...'' He lost track of himself. Again. Honestly, ever since that whole setback in the Griffon kingdom, he has been a major pain in my flank. Paying him no mind, I turned my attention back to the third chapter of the book.

Chapter 3: New perspectives

With all that happened so far, the entirety of the dragon outlands has seen its fair share of struggles, betrayal, and growth. In the rest of this book entails a portion of what the current day Dragon outlands has done and lists, mentions, and historical events that have occurred that can better provide clarity and knowledge to those who wish to learn for the sake of doing so. Though the mare that foretold the events of the great war and the overthrow of our way of ruling, the least that could be told about her from tales and whispers from the only one who still lives and can recall what she looked like: the one made this book.

''She...looked like any other pony: I have encountered. With a long flowing purple mane and tail that seemed to always breeze in random directions, a calm and stoic demeanor, and...she only spoke in a way that seemed to be of mystery or intrigue. The only thing that is confirmed about was the mark on her flank: blank..''

As I read more of this, a lot becomes so much clearer to me: what I need to do in order for my plan to work. One thing that dragons are known for are greed, pride, and most of all the fact of their stubbornness which I can use against them. Taking mental notes and returning the book from where it came, me and Wind Breaker proceeded to leave the library, the impressive rows of bookshelves and well done decor being replaced by the hot, crusty air that I cringed at. At least it was somewhat bearable inside, but this is ridiculous.

''Come, let us head to the next place.'' I put my hood up, putting me to ease.

''I thought we were going to head to the palace first.'' Wind Breaker reminded me.

''Yes, but we need to confirm one more thing than we can-''Whoosh!''

A sound stopped my advance from speaking. A familiar magical signature sparked my horn to respond but this felt...wrong. Carefully contemplating this, I looked over to see the human...walk right past me, those bucking mares with him but he looked different. His mop of hair now is flowing down to his knees, flushed with red on the outside, gold on the inside, a two tone hair color. His eye color changed from brown to red with golden trim, giving him the illusion of a spirit and his power...is reaching exponentially heights. To a degree I can just feel the magic flow off of him.

''Are we there yet?'' Rainbow Dash groaned, her eyes being stretched.

''If the map is right then we should be almost there so ya can calm your waters little ms.impatient.'' Applejack joked. Pulling back to not be seen, the human spoke with the unicorn.

''You sure about this? To my knowledge, you could very well be the first of your kind in years to do this.'' He tried coaxing Twilight out of something. She shook her head no and walked on.

''It's okay: I don't mind this, not as long as I have you and the girls with me.'' She smiled. Waiting for a minute until they passed by, I found myself needing to change my plans up almost immediately.

''Change of plans: we're heading to the palace now: we can't risk the human finding us out. Let's get what we came here for and go.'' I turned through a back alley. Keeping with my pace, everything just seemed to reconfigure itself at the drop of a hoof.

''You may escaped my clutches for now but rest assured...you and me shall meet and it will not be pretty.''