Amore stirs in her sleep and bury's her head against her luxury soft pillow. Octavia chuckles slightly as she strokes and plays with Amore's hair before the mare in question weakly opens her eyes.

"Good morning, Amore." Octavia greets her with a slight kiss.

"You always wake up so early... What happened last night?" Amore shifts against Octavia to get more comfortable and blushes when she realizes they are both naked and their legs are entwined together.

"If the roughly placed clothes on your floor and the fact we might be a tad sticky is any indication..?" Octavia waits for Amore to finish her deduction.

"We had sex... Oh, wait... It's coming back now... My god you were amazing." Amore closes her eyes and bury's her head back in Octavia's breasts.

"Seriously Amore, I didn't think we played that roughly... Did we? I guess we might have been a bit passionate. I do remember wanting to reward you for our tender, loving duet last night. Needless to say your vocals going further into the evening were quite arousing." Octavia teases Amore as she strokes up and down her spine.

"Hmm... After all the close attempts we had of having sex it did feel unbelievable to finally make it all the way." Amore states, wrapping her arms around Octavia.

"Well, either one of us was always too tired to engage in sex. Though to be honest, after your song last night, I didn't think it appropriate to wait any longer. I'm simply happy it was better than I imagined it would be." Octavia kisses Amore softly before a knock at the door interrupts them.

"Pardon my interruption of your comfortable embrace, Lady Amore, but a message arrived from the Von Melody household." John informs the pair through the door.

"What does my uncle want this time..?" Octavia asks, now using an annoyed tone.

"It would appear he wishes your return to the estate, Lady Von Melody. He says he has urgent business to discuss with you." John continues the message.

"Thank you John." Amore says before groaning into Octavia's chest.

Octavia shuffles out of Amore's grasp to leave her groaning on the bed while she stretches.

"I guess it can't be helped... No doubt my uncle will have heard about my recent exploits and have some lecture prepared... I've hardly checked in since I became head of the family." Octavia walks over to two double doors and opens them. "I could explain more, if you joined me for a morning shower."

Amore rolls out of bed and hits the floor. "Ow... I'm coming..."

The pair enter Amore's larger than normal bathroom which has a big bath tub, shower and toilet with a sink.

"It's about what I'd expect from the Von Scratch family." Octavia comments as she enters the shower joined by Amore.

The water is turned on and Amore moans when the hot water hits her skin and begins warming her up.

"Oh hot showers in the morning are so nice..." Amore cuddles Octavia as she begins to wash them both.

"Now, to explain about my uncle... Since the incident with my parents nineteen years ago, he has kept a close eye on me. However, since I took the mantle of head he hasn't been able to keep a constant eye on me. Oh, I should also mention I'm having my own gathering at the Von Melody estate. It'd please me greatly to have my marefriend accompany me there." Octavia explains as she slides their flannel down to stroke Amore's groin.

"Hmm~ I'd love to. Will you be going to your estate alone or?" Amore asks biting her lip, trying not to moan.

"I'll go alone first and have my butler pick you up in the afternoon. I know you want to come with me, but it's better this way." Octavia explains.

"Okay... Hey, you never speak about your past much..." Amore comments nudging Octavia's neck gently.

"True, I don't... Maybe soon I will be able to let you know... It's just complicated. Also you can have your breakfast if you want now, I look forward to mine." Octavia smiles as she holds Amore close.

Amore licks Octavia's neck before sinking her fangs into her and gently sucks her blood. The two stand in a warm embrace under the water in their normal morning ritual.

Octavia sighs deeply as she stares out the window of her limo at the passing trees on the path.

"You seem more down than normal, Lady Von Melody." The driver points out, glancing in the wind mirror of the limo.

"Perceptive as always, Alfred. You should know by now that my visits to the estate are always awful and dull due to my uncle." Octavia explains as she pours herself a glass of wine from the cooler in the back of the limo.

"Pardon my intrusiveness, but you could of invited Lady Von Scratch to join your visit." Alfred comments.

"You will be picking her up in the afternoon to bring her to the estate. I simply didn't want her to witness the initial clash between me and my uncle and for them two to avoid each other.

"Yes, I seem to recall your uncles rant when he learned of your union to a Von Scratch. To say he was displeased would be a grave understatement. Please use caution, my lady... I am just your simple butler, but I can care for my lady." Alfred states, as they turn a corner and begin to approach a large walled estate with a huge castle as its definitive feature.

"No matter how many family members we invite to parties or how often I come back here... It's still just as empty looking as ever." Octavia sighs deeply as she downs her wine.

They drive through some gates before reaching the long path leading up to the castle. Upon reaching the driveway Octavia waits till Alfred opens the door for her before she steps out and fixes her hair. Taking a deep breath, she thanks Alfred before walking up the stairs to the castle doors which are opened by two more butlers. Entering the castle Octavia can already see the massive differences between the two families. The Von Scratch castle was so vibrant and lively, while the Von Melody castle is filled with a dark overtone that is made worse by dark purples and blacks decorating the halls. As Octavia progresses further into the castle she can see her own family portraits and musical awards mostly focusing in the orchestral and classical arts. After she finds the main hall she walks up the stairs to the right and follows the corridors till she comes to a pair of double doors.

"Well... This should be fun..." Octavia takes a deep breath.

Entering the study, Octavia can see a well furnished mahogany desk with an ink well and quill along with several papers upon it. Behind the desk were several bookshelves carrying many novels and books of various natures. To her right could be seen an archway sofa area complimented by a coffee table and fireplace. Looking to her right she can finally see the sight she dreaded standing in front of a large window. Standing there before the window is an imposing equine figure who has a dull grey coat, long dark grey mane and tail with silver streaks while their eyes are a greyish mulberry.

"You have finally arrived, Oct-" The stallion begins, but is cut off by Octavia.

"Uncle, I've told you before... It's 'Lady Von Melody' like every other member of our family calls me." Octavia protests as she walks over to her desk and sits down.

"Lady Harmonica doesn't... Don't you think this one sided punishment has gone on long enough? I know how I handled the situation all those years ago was correct given our financial and political status." The stallion exclaims.

"Maybe someday, but that is not today. I'll have you know I've a guest coming this evening to our party. Please be sure not to embarrass me or yourself." Octavia explains before leaning back in her chair.

"Might I ask who this guest is?" The stallion asks, raising an eyebrow.

"Her name is Amore Sânge Von Scratch, next head of the Von Scratch family and my marefriend." Octavia informs her uncle.

"You must be joking with me? The very mare who we have only had reports about recently? The same Amore Sânge Von Scratch who assaulted Armonia along with various other education establishments?" The stallion asks, looking shocked.

"I believe that's her, yes." Octavia replies, unflinching.

"Are you out of your mind, Octavia?! She is an unsocial, uneducated menace! How could you let yourself fall so low as to enter into a union with her of all mares in Equestria... You picked the daughter of the family who is our arch enemy!" The stallion exclaims harshly.

"Dear uncle, as much as I love you... Would you kindly leave my study so I might fill out some of this paper work I've missed?" Octavia asks, avoiding her uncles eyes as she begins to work.

In a huff the stallion leaves the study looking very annoyed. Octavia sits back in her chair and sighs deeply before looking at the window.

Amore sighs slightly as she carefully inspects her new scissor blade while the silver case lays on the limo seat beside her. Amore's mane and tail appear much more brushed and refined then normal and she wears a rather elegant short red dress that comes with black gloves.

"It's not bad... Of course it's not exactly a longsword, but it does have good weight, excellent sharpness. Maybe the change wont be so terrible... I'll just use it like I did the longsword." Amore slides it back inside its case before leaning back in her seat and looking out the window.

"Pardon my intrusion into the inspection of your blade, but blood metal is a fairly rare metal to come across. It's the only metal in living history that reacts to and becomes awake on the contact of blood. From what I can tell from your words, it used to be a longsword. However, due to your ritual and figuring out how to evolve the blade it morphed into a form better suited to fulfil your true potential. The act of feeding the sword your own fresh blood, according to ancient vampire texts is the only way to let the sword know it's master has truly accepted what they wield in their hands. To normal blacksmiths, the act of working with blood metal is forbidden and results in exile, death or severe punishment by the blacksmithing guild based in Griffonstone." Alfred informs Amore.

"Wow... You seem to know a lot about stuff, I see why Octavia sent you to pick me up. You must be like her most valued butler." Amore states, smiling slightly.

"I'm her personal butler and have been such since she was a foal... I suppose, you could say in the absence of her parents and the negligence of her uncle... I might be the closest thing she has to a parental figure. Of course, I know my place and would never say such a thing out loud in front of her uncle." Alfred smiles as they approach the estate gates.

"I feel you, Al. I didn't hear a thing. I do have to ask... how big of an absolute douche bag does her uncle need to be in order for her to hate him so much?" Amore asks, looking over at the castle with her mouth wide open.

"Well..." Alfred begins as he looks into the wind mirror to see Amore's reaction to the estate.

"Holy..." Amore states as she marvels at the interior of the massive castle.

"It's quite impressive isn't it? Octavia waits for you in her study." Alfred informs Amore who follows him, still in awe about the decorations and portraits.

As they make their way through the castle they eventually come to the main hall and it's large staircase which splits off in two directions.

"So this is the infamous Amore Sànge Von Scratch who has been terrorising various educational establishments throughout Equestria..." The stallion from before states, walking down the stairs from the left side.

"It's nice to see that my reputation precedes me. It pleases me you have actually heard about me." Amore states, with a big smile.

"My name is Richard Von Melody. I am Octavia's uncle and brother of the former head of the Von Melody family, Alexander Von Harmonica Melody." Richard makes his big introduction, but looks confused at Amore's giggling.

"You fancy people and your massive introductions... Alfred, where do I find Octavia's study?" Amore asks Alfred, ignoring Richard.

"She is up the stairs to the right and along the corridor all the way at the end." Alfred directs Amore.

Amore thanks Alfred and walks up the stairs past Richard heading up the left side staircase and towards Octavia's study.

"Hey, don't ignore-" Richard is cut off by Alfred.

"Sir, I believe it's time for your afternoon tea." Alfred smiles before Richard grumbles something and walks off.

Amore walks all the way to the end of the corridor and opens the big double doors before shutting them behind her and turns around to see Octavia sitting on her desk.

"I was wondering when you would finally find your way to my study." Octavia smiles warmly at Amore.

Amore practically runs up to Octavia and wraps her arms around her planting her lips softly on hers. The pair softly embrace before Octavia parts them so they can speak.

"I take it you met my uncle-" Octavia begins, but is cut off.

"He is perhaps the biggest asshole I've ever met and, believe me, in my time conquering schools, I have met a lot of assholes..." Amore sighs deeply and leans into Octavia.

"Least you look quite elegant compared to your normal rough self. The red is especially nice and the gloves are a decent touch... Rarity?" Octavia asks, raising an eyebrow.

"Rarity... She found out from Aqua I was going to a party at your estate and she insisted on making me a custom dress. I like it, but I don't normally wear dresses..." Amore comments.

"Mhmm makes sense for Rarity and Amore, sweetie, you never wear dresses... Well, except that one sweet time in the bar where you had the place booked for us and we danced. It was very romantic." Octavia kisses Amore's cheek softly.

Octavia sits in her large armchair in front of the now lit fireplace in her study with Amore sat comfortably in her lap. Outside it can be seen to be night and from the noise downstairs, the party has begun.

"I take it from earlier you badly needed to let off some steam?" Amore asks, nuzzling Octavia's chest.

"Just a little..." Octavia strokes Amore's mane softly.

"'Just a little'? I wouldn't call your enthusiastic removal of my dress 'just a little'. Not that I minded, but you seem more tense being back here." Amore states, looking up at Octavia.

"Amore... There is something I need to tell you. I've wanted to tell you for a while now... It's to do with my parents." Octavia begins.

"Oh... I'll listen if you want to tell me about them." Amore looks up at Octavia gently.

"I didn't lie when I said I killed my parents... However, it wasn't exactly me who did it. I used to experience a split in my personality which persisted up until the death of my parents. Afterwards I made a stern choice to become the mare I am today... I decided to cast out my other self and become stronger than any member of my household. Using the Von Melody family ritual I crafted myself an iron will which would never be broken." Octavia explains.

"Did this happen after you went to Armonia with Vinyl?" Amore asks.

"No. Believe it or not, I actually met Vinyl after. The incident with my parents happened the year before, but it had already spread across the rest of the vampire circles that a new heir had risen to power within the Von Melody family. The year I went to Armonia was the year Vinyl became head of the Von Scratch family. Needless to say, me and Vinyl clashed on the first day during the student council selection festival." Octavia runs her fingers through Amore's mane.

"'Student council selection festival'? That sounds like fun." Amore chuckles.

"I think you'd enjoy it. Although we don't hold it anymore since the first student council was selected. It was essentially a massive academy wide battle royal to pick out the strongest in select fields. At the time, I rose to the president throne before lunch even started. After lunch, Vinyl showed up and claimed the vice president slot alongside Flutterbat and their red haired friend." Octavia stares into the fireplace as she tells her story.

"'Red haired friend'? Who was she?" Amore asks, looking confused.

"I can't quite remember... She was strong, gentle, dependable... I could say you remind me of her." Octavia smiles.

"Sounds like you had feelings for her..." Amore muses.

"Maybe I did... I'm unsure of what I remember of her now. Either way, I hope that lets you more into my history and the life I had before." Octavia finishes her history lesson.

"I'm sorry to hear about your parents... I know you said you'd do it again, but I'm still sorry you had to go through that. How did your uncle handle the situation?" Amore nuzzles Octavia gently.

"Poorly... After he and Alfred found me in this study, my dead parents over by the window... Richard opted to keep this as hush as possible. I was selected as the next heir of the family rather then himself. It was to avoid them believing that he had killed them to take their place. Covering his own ass as normal it would seem... He then paid off a shit load of families and cleaners to have the affair shrouded in mystery. I hate him for how he handled it... I just simply come out and say it to anypony who asks. I killed my parents, it's plain and simple." Octavia holds Amore closer.

"It'll get better... I mean you have me now, right? It's not like you can't be happy just because your other self was an utter bitch and your uncle is an absolute fucking asshole. You also have everypony on the student council who look up to you, plus the amount of students who respect you, want to be you and be with you." Amore closes her eyes.

"Maybe if I knew you back when the event happened I could have handled it better... I guess nothing can change the past, but I can at least live for my future." Octavia cuddles Amore before there is a knock at the door.

"Lady Von Melody, your guests await your appearance at the party." Alfred informs Octavia.

"Thank you Alfred. I guess we should go shock my household at our union." Octavia and Amore get up and stretch.

"Yeah... Shock..." Amore looks very nervous.

"You alright?" Octavia asks, placing her hand on Amore's shoulder.

"Yeah, yeah... I'm fine, just feeling a little light headed." Amore smiles weakly.

"I'll be with you the whole way so don't worry. Shall we?" Octavia asks, holding out her hand for Amore.

Amore takes her hand and they begin heading to the gathering hall.

Richard stands with a group of finely dressed Von Melody family members as they drink what looks like red wine.

"Will Lady Von Melody be attending this party?" A male member asks.

"Hasn't she missed quite a few parties recently?" A female member points out.

Richard clears his throat. "I believe she will be down shortly, she is just finishing up some paperwork in her study-"

Richard stops to look where the others are at the top of the staircase and his eyes widen in shock. At the top of the staircase Octavia stands beside Amore as they are being introduced by Alfred.

"Presenting Lady Von Melody and Lady Von Scratch." Alfred proudly states.

The two smile as they walk down the stairs holding hands.

"T-that's Amore Sânge Von Scratch..." A second male member whispers.

"You know her?" A second female member asks.

"She decimated the entire fight club at Manehatten University half a year ago..." The second male replies.

The pair walk over to Richard making him close his mouth before Octavia speaks.

"Hello everyone. It's a pleasure to see you all again after so long spent away. The reason I've not been able to attend many parties as of late is because I had important business to take care of at Armonia academy, that and I had this mare here to keep me busy while she settled in." Octavia comments.

"I actually recognise quite a few faces in here, let's see... Manehatten University Fight Club... Canterlot High School Swordsmanship Club... Crystal Prep High School Fight Club... Wow, you guys get around everywhere... Did I miss anypony?" Amore asks, making a few ponies frown.

"Las Pegasus Sports Academy Athletic Club!" A frustrated female member shouts.

"Vanhoover high School Student Council!" A frustrated male replies.

"Wow, your family gets everywhere, don't they..?" Amore shrugs and smiles.

"Well... I didn't realise a member of the Von Scratch family had been beating our family members quite so badly across Equestria. Another one of your secrets uncle?" Octavia folds her arms and looks at Richard who adjusts his collar.

"I only wished to defend our reputation, Lady Von Melody." Richard weakly defends.

Amore stares at Richard with a mixed frustrated and annoyed look making him frown.

"W-what the devil is it child? You give me such a look yet fail to explain why..." Richard snaps at Amore.

"Octavia told me everything... About what you did." Amore bluntly states, making Octavia sigh before stepping back slightly.

"I see... Another item to add to the list of mistakes she has made along with making a union with you." Richard comments.

The whole room was filled with gasps and whispers about the two and what Richard meant by 'union'.

"Yes, it's true. Amore and I are indeed together as lovers... I doubt my personal taste, let alone my choice in gender, is a concern for any of you in here." Octavia remarks, making some members recoil and flinch.

"I think I shall retire for the rest of the evening. Octavia, Amore..." Richard states, before leaving up the stairs to the left.

Octavia sighs deeply as the rest of the room stares. "I don't recall this being a show... It's a party is it not?"

With that the family members and extra guests went back to their individual conversations and little groups. Some of the previously outspoken vampires did come up to Amore and engage in, what Octavia could make out as a fun discussion about their encounters at the various educational facilities they fought at before. Once the conversation was finished Amore came back to Octavia and kissed her cheek gently.

"You okay? Your uncle was an utter asshole back there..." Amore states, stroking Octavia's arm.

"Well, Richard has always been one for tradition as well as harbouring a distinct distaste for the Von Scratch Family." Octavia informs before sighing.

"Tradition? What does that have to do with us?" Amore asks, looking confused.

"Lesbians, Amore... Because we are mare and mare, not mare and stallion." Octavia states with a blank expression.

"Oh... Hey! What a cu-" Amore begins, but Octavia stops her.

"Amore, sweetie... We're in public, show some restraint with your words... Please?" Octavia pleads.

"Sorry..." Amore awkwardly smiles.

"You're lucky I love you for you." Octavia smiles before kissing Amore gently.

"Hmm so am I. Hey, where is your musical ensemble hiding?" Amore asks.

"Over there in that corner of the room behind the curtain, why?" Octavia asks, folding her arms.

Amore smiles before walking over to the curtain and peeking in through the side. It can clearly be seen she is having a conversation with the band, but nothing can be heard over the current playing music. The music smoothly stops before being subtly changed to something else and Amore draws the curtain to actually show the five member stallion band in suits accompanied by their mare singer who seems happy she actually gets to sing something. Amore walks back over to Octavia before dragging her into the centre of the hall to begin dancing slowly.

"Amore, you always seem to surprise me. This is actually quite a romantic statement to the rest of the family." Octavia smiles, holding Amore close.

"Heh, I try. I was hoping the band knew the song I was after and that would work in this situation." Amore smiles back as they stare into each other's eyes.

The rest of the family stare at them both, unsure of how to react to this change in tempo. However, after several exchanged looks and deep breathes, a large amount of pairs decide to follow in their family head's example and join them in dancing to the same soft music that has happily filled the hall.

"I've yet to decide if our union is good or bad for our houses." Octavia muses as they dance closer.

"Isn't that up to us?" Amore softly states lifting Octavia's head.

"Hmm I suppose you're right. It's up to us who we love and if we want to be together. Amore... I love you with everything I am and ever will be. Since that incident with Shintaku, I've vowed to never keep anything secret from you. Now you know about what happened to my parents, most of my past and everything. I've let you in like no pony ever before. To be honest, I couldn't be happier." Octavia states, leaning her head on Amore's shoulder.

"I'm very glad you feel that way and hope I continue to live up to your expectations, Tavi. I vow to do the same and never keep secrets from you, well... Unless it's a surprise, then I hope we are still able to." Amore smiles.

"Haha, yes. If it's a surprise then I suppose keeping secrets is a necessary step. Just make sure the surprise is worth it. I will always love you, Amy." Octavia whispers into Amore's ear.

"Hmm only you call me that. I will always love you too, Tavi." Amore whispers back.

The two share a deep passionate soft kiss before swaying gently to the rest of the music.

Author's Note

That was Octavia's history chapter which I hope you all enjoyed and are looking forward to the next chapter already. Coming up next is a brand new arc that many of you might actually recognise. It'll be my own little version and hopefully shed some light on Amore's past at her previous educational placement before Armonia. Stay tuned for more.