Spike's "Royal" Conundrum

Chapters

Righteous Resolution
Revealing Responses
Perplexing Pointer's: Part 1
Perplexing Pointer's Part 2: Crystal Chaos
Perplexing Pointer's: Part 3- A Flurry of Leadership
Perplexing Pointers Part 2*: Canterlot Calamity 1
Perplexing Pointer's Part 3*: Canterlot Calamity 2
Spike, Ember's New Consort?

Righteous Resolution

“Me……………………….A Dragon Lord’s Consort?” Spike questioned himself as he just got finished hearing Dragon Lord Ember’s latest declaration to her subjugated dragons. He thought that he might have misheard her when she said that she declared him a consort of sorts to help her with the ruling of her people, but after playing that statement back through his head, he wasn’t mistaken about her intentions any longer. As expected, the other dragons were up in arms, or claws in this case, about everything; Who was this dragon? Why would he be the only one qualified to be her consort? What made him more special than any of them? Where was this so called “consort” dragon anyway? As the crowd were getting more riled up, Ember had enough of this madness and lifted the scepter up in the air, immediately silencing all of them.

“All will be explained in due time, but now I need the guest of honor to show himself……..if he’s even here” Ember exclaimed as she started to scan the audience, looking for Spike himself, while Spike started to slink lower to the ground, hoping that he wouldn’t be spotted.

“Wherever could he be? I’m pretty sure that I summoned all the dragons in Equestria, and that includes him.” Ember pondered as she still couldn’t find him, but she had an ingenious idea. Raising her scepter in the air, she willed the dragons to fly into the air, and all who had wings flew up into the air, save for one dragon, who was so focused on hiding from Ember, that when he looked up, he was on the ground, and Ember was clearly looking dead at him with a sinister smirk.

“There you are Spike. I knew you would show up; now can you show up to my throne NOW………………..please?” Ember said while looking away with a small blush on her cheeks.

Sighing and left with no other options, Spike flew on up to Ember, and as passed the other dragons, he saw Garble’s glare at him, and he returned it with one of his own. He soon reached Ember, taking a good look at her sitting up top her throne. He saw that she grew a bit since the last time he saw her, and while he was taller than her by a good margin, even he could admit that she looked attractive and confident to boot. With a smile, he hugged her with a strong grip, shocking all of the dragons watching, and making Torch silently emit a growl.

“Ok Ok Spike, not in front of all of them” Ember quickly stated as she pushed Spike off of her, and it didn't help that her blush grew from such a reaction. Shaking her head, she quickly composed herself and began to address her new consort. “As you heard, I have chosen you to help me govern these dragons and this land, and while i’m sure that you are elated about this, I assure you that this will not be easy in the slightest, but I know that you are more than capable of adapting to these new changes of you.”

“Well Ember….. While it’s really nice to see you again, I’m not really sure that I really have what it takes for this kind of job” Spike began to respond to her in a confused manner. “For one thing, I don’t even know a lot about my species, let alone how to deal with each of their problems, and as for trying this whole ruling by your side thing, I tried the whole “addressing problems with power” gig once, and it didn't end well for me.” He stated while remembering back when he was at the 3-day convention back at Canterlot with Twilight and the other princesses, and after being tasked by Cadence to make sure that Twi had her well-earned rest, he let that whole situation go wayyyy out of control.

“C’mon Spike; I know you can do this, and I wouldn’t really ask any of the others; They would only make things more difficult for me than how it is right now, and as for that whole “not knowing your species thing”, I already have that covered, and I can catch you up in no time” Ember claimed in a not-so-serious manner.

“Still………………..you’re one of the few that knows that I wasn’t raised along with the other dragons, and once they know, they’ll probably reject me and try to revolt. I don’t know if I can really take up such a task like this!” Spike somberly said with a doubtful attitude.

“Look at this pitiful whelp of a dragon here” Garble declared as he flew up to Spike’s face and stood his ground. “If he thinks that we are just gonna stand aside and let him govern us and teach us his schmoony pony ways, then he’s even more of a softie than I realized”

“It’s suuuuch a delight for my eyes to grace themselves with your magnificent presence Garble” Spike profusely stated with a strong sense of sarcasm, which elicited a chuckle from Ember. “What even gives you the right to tell me what I can and can’t do?; Last time I checked, you’re not my mother, and if you were, then I for one would be embarrassed to be called your son”

“You really must be asking to have your teeth punched in, huh?” Garble angrily questioned as he grabbed Spike by his neck. “If you really want some dentist work on that smart maul of yours, then I’ll be happy to provide the procedure right now!.”

“Stop that right now Garble; I won’t allow you to harm my consort” Ember declared as she was getting ready to put Garble back into his proper place, but Spike raised his arm to stop her, addressing that he had the entire situation under control.

“While I’m sure that you would do such a fantastic job, I’m sadly gunna have to decline” Spike said as he grabbed his “friend’s” arm and tossed it aside. “I’m sure that if she wanted me to be her consort instead of you, then she obviously has some good sense on her”

“Even if that might supposedly be true, I'm sure that you would screw it up in just one day, cause you don’t have it you to go through with this” Garble brought up in a smug manner. “If I were you, I would just turn tail and leave right now, while you still have some smidge of dignity”

Spike really wanted to prove Garble wrong, and show him just how well of a consort he could be, but then again, he didn't want to go in over his head again and not only screw things up even worse than before, but make Ember look incompetent as a Dragon Lord.

“Maybe Garble has a point” a darker form of himself said in his mind. “ You are known for messing things up from time to time, especially when wielding a small piece of power. Give the whole thing a pass and walk away ”

“You need to do this” a confident form stated in retort to his un-appealing cohort. “Ember wouldn’t have chosen you if she didn't have any confidence in you. I know you, and you always good intentions in your mind and in your heart, even if you are sometimes swayed by your….. “Instincts”

“Don’t listen to goody-goody here; Look back to when you had to keep Twilight asleep during that convention back at Canterlot. You let all that power go to your head, and you ruined everything. Also, when you took in all of your friends pets in order to make that jewel cake; You botched it so hard, you almost got caught. Trust me, you should count your losses and bail on this gig.”

“Even if what he said is marginally true, you still learned something important from those encounters and strived to do what was right in the end. You grew into becoming a better person from them, and I know that those dragons can be taught a thing or 2 from you."

“I’m seeing where you 2 are coming from, but I still need to decide this for myself” Spike addressed to his 2 selves, when Ember shook him from his mindset.

“Look Spike, I know that this is real surprise to you, and I wouldn’t blame you if you didn't accept, but I just thought………………….If you could show me what real friendship was back at the Gauntlet, then maybe your influence can help me bring a new age of wisdom and peace to these dragons……….maybe even start a new revolution that can bring respect and integrity back to these lands, but if you can’t…….I completely understand” With that said and done, Ember turned and proceeded to walk away, and as she did, she had a look of sadness on her, and her eyes were starting to get watery. If there was one thing that Spike could never forgive himself for, it was making his friends cry or hurt, and it was double damage if it was a lady. Steeling himself with no doubt in his mind, Spike quickly approached Ember, turned her around, and looked in her eyes, ready to give his final answer.

“Dragon Lord Ember………………….I would be honored to become your consort. Since you wanted me to help you govern this land and bring a new age to the dragons, then who am I to deny such an act from not just my Dragon Lord, but from my friend as well.” Spike firmly stated. Ember looked at Spike with not tears of sadness any longer, but with tears of admiration and deep respect……………….and then she realized what was going on and elbowed Spike in retaliation, trying so hard to save face.

“Yeah well………………..I knew that you would accept and all, and as such, this was expected” Ember declared in an authoritative stance, but what was stated in her heart however was something completely different.

“Gee…………….thanks for the “warm” reception, your highness!” Spike said while heaving on the floor.

“Whatever, but don’t expect me to just quickly warm up to our new “consort” here and follow his ruling and all” Garble venomously said, as he huffed and flew off in disgust and disdain.

“Anyways, if you could please stand, so that I may prestige you into your new role?” Ember asked in an impatient manner, and Spike got up and gave a quick glare to Ember. “I, Dragon Lord Ember, being of sound mind and reason, do hereby declare, than on this day, I present to you, Spike the Dragon, the honor and the title of being my Consort. May you perform this task with dignity and pride”. After tapping the Bloodstone Scepter onto each of Spike’s shoulders, she passed the scepter to Spike, who once again, after holding it, felt a surge of power and confident flow throughout his body, and a wave of resounding energy phased through all of the dragons around the area, including the fleeing Garble.

“Ummmmmm Ember, can you come back to Equestria with me, so that I can have some support with me when I break the news to my friends?” Spike asked his new co-ruler.

“I don’t see why not; Besides, it’ll give me some time to get away from here and clear my mind, and I’ll get to see your friends and these other princesses that Twilight kept mentioning about in her letters.” Ember stated, and with that, the 2 set off to Ponyville, with Spike hoping that things will go well with his friends finding out about his new role.

Author's Note

I hope that you guys enjoy this chapter, and even more of how I captured Ember's Tsundere-ness. I tried my best with this, and if I feel that I did well, messed up, or even have suggestions on how I could better on that aspect, feel free to tell me in the comments. Also, thank you all for having this story in the popular section of FIMFiction. Feels good to see it up there and many people reading and liking it. I will continue my best to make this a good Spiber story for all reader, both old and new.

Next Chapter............................Main 6 and Princesses reactions to Spike's royal upgrade.

This is SpikeSupreme13, signing off........

Revealing Responses

--------------------------------- Everfree Forest, Equestria --------------------------------

As Spike and Ember were flying over the once deadly and life-threatening Everfree Forest, Spike was still wrapping the idea over his head that he basically became Ember’s second-in-command. He was a bit nervous of the fact that he had next to no idea on how exactly he was gunna help Ember out on the whole “ruling dragons” concept, but he was going to give it his best shot. As Ponyville was within their eyesight, Spike and Ember flew on down to the train station, as to not alarm and Ponyvillians that another dragon besides Spike were flying into their town, and that it would be a threat to their livelihood.

“So, this is where you live? Looks like a plain and simple town to me” Ember stated as if it was the most obvious fact in history. “I have no idea what makes this town so special for you”

“Trust me Ember, I’ve seen this town go through way more trouble than it’s worse” Spike explained as they were walking through the town, as many of the ponies were stopping what they were doing and looking dead at the 2 dragons casually talking. “Not only has this town been flooded, smashed, and swarmed many times over, but it’s shared it’s trials with many of our villains, and even me one time on my birthday”

“Oh ho hooooooo, now that’s a story that I wanna hear. Please tell it to me...if you want to” Ember asked in a not-so curious mood, not trying to look giddy.

“Ok ok, since you asked sooo nicely” Spike quipped, as he chuckled to himself, slightly angering Ember a bit, and he began to recount his grand escapade with his greed-induced romp, while passing through many of the town’s important spots of interest, like SugarCube Corner and Carousel Boutique.

------------------------------ Castle of Friendship, Ponyville: Mid-day-----------------------------

“No way...so you experienced your first grasp of greed and not only rampaged through Ponyville and stole a bunch of ponies stuff, but you brought yourself out of your own induced greed? I must say Spike, you really surprise me in unprecedented ways. I’ve never seen a dragon go through their greed stage and pull themselves out of it.” Ember stated in and impressed manner.

“I didn't really get out of it by myself, but with the help of my friends” Spike mentioned as he opened the door for Ember, and she held her head up as they walked inside and Spike was leading her to the throne room where Twilight and her friends were. “Anyways, they should be on the other side of this door. Please try to act civilized and not so...you, ok?” he asked in a friendly manner.

“Who do you take me for, Garble of something?” Ember profusely questioned in an accused tone. “I’ll have you know that I can act as dignified and humble as any of your friends or any of these ponies, and I’ll prove it to you right now. Let’s go”
Spike shook his head, and with an exasperated sigh, opened the large door’s, and Twilight, her friends, and Celestia and Luna look at the 2 of them, and the room was in an awkward atmosphere of quiet. As Spike looked across to his friends looks of their faces, he saw many expressions of varying degrees.

Twilight was excited and curious to see Ember after a long period of halted writing to each other.

AppleJack had a small smile and tipped her Stetson hat to Ember.

Fluttershy curled up in a ball of fear on her throne, hoping that the dragon next to Spike wasn’t gunna eat her.

Rarity had a curious look, as well as an intrigue gleam laced in her eyes.

Pinkie Pie was about to explode with glee as she was hyper bouncing in her throne.

Rainbow Dash had a smug look and an even more dangerous spark, like when she had it before she and her friends went to the Crystalling of Flurry Heart..

Celestia and Luna had a stalwart look as usual, which eased a bit of Spike’s apprehension, if only by a small margin.

“Everyone...Ember, and Ember, from left to right: Rainbow Dash, AppleJack, Fluttershy, Twilight, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, and Princess Celestia and Luna. The last 2 are the actual rulers of all Equestria, and like Twilight, they’re alicorns.” Spike addressed in a formal and informative manner.

“So we finally get to see Dragon Lord Ember in the flesh. Nice to see ya” Rainbow flew over and slapped her wing with Ember’s. “You’re looking at the future captain of the Wonderbolts here”

“Ignore that last comment partner” AppleJack said as she yanked RD’s tail, pulling her out of the way. “She tends to brag about her skills like she’s the prize-winning bull at a rodeo.”

“It’s no problem. I typically deal with this kind of talk from time to time back in the Dragon lands” Ember passively stated. Pinkie couldn’t hold it in any longer and bounced past Applejack, closing her face right into Ember’s personal space.

“OMGitsnicetoseeyou,I’mPinkiePie,thebestpartyponyinallofPonyville,andIfinallygettomeettheDragonLordEmber.Say,doyoulikeparties,Imean,whywouldntyoulikeparties,andIknowthatifthere’sonethingthateveryoneloves,it’sagoodoldparty,andIwannathroyoua”DragonLordEmbervisitingPonyvilleandismynewfriend…..PAARRRTTTTYYYYY!!!!!!!” Pinkie exclaimed in a jubilant manner, with confetti and streamers blown from out of possibly nowhere, covering Ember and the rest in them, which got Twilight to use her magic to teleport Pinkie back into her throne, as well as moving the mess somewhere else.

“Don’t worry about that Ember. Pinkie here is just being Pinkie, and the sooner you accept this, the less agony you’ll have to endure on your psyche” Twilight addressed in a calm and comfortable manner. “It’s been a long while since we last wrote to each other, and I was worried that something bad might’ve happened to you.”

“Oh, something bad did happened to me” Ember gallantly mentioned. “My duties started to tack at me, and I realized that sooner or later, that being a Dragon Lord was more taxing than I had ever realized. Anyways, don’t you have something to say to your friends Spike?” Ember declared, as she nudged Spike on his ribs, getting him to begin to present his news.

“So guys...I was summoned to the dragon lands by Ember, and it was...really surprising to say the least. Turns out that Ember was looking for help in, ya know, maintaining control of the dragons, and she...she..” Spike was almost done with the announcement, but he started to get a bit nervous, and a blush started to creep up on his cheeks.

“Spike…..Spiiiiike…….SPIKE!!!” Twilight yelled in his ear, snapping him out of his stupor. “Whatever you have to tell us, I assure you that we as your dearest friends will be supportive and understanding” After she said this, Twilight and her friends, along with Celestia and Luna, smiled in content, allowing Spike to muster up the courage and just blab it all out in one go.

“Ember declared that she needed somedragon to be at her side and help make things easier, and as such,she decided to make me her consort!!!” Spike exclaimed all in go, and after taking quick breaths, looked once again at his friends faces.

Twilight and Rarity had their jaws gaping wide open

AJ tipped her hat to cover her face

Fluttershy was hiding behind her throne, hiding her massive blush on her face and giving off a small squeak of surprise

RD automatically popped a wing boner and had wide eyes

Pinkie was vibrating where she was stationed at

Celestia and Luna had a surprised and intriguing look on their faces

“....What?” Spike questioned.

Author's Note

Oh Spike, you have no idea what you have just caused!!

In essence, this might not be my best chapter, but nevertheless, I hope you guys still have a good time reading this, and continue to read this story, because this is just beginning. Share this story if you can, and continue to share your opinion of this story, positive or not, as well as any suggestions on how to better this story.

Next time, Spike gets some pointers on how to be an effective ruler........but from who?

Perplexing Pointer's: Part 1

“...What?” Spike casually asked, a bit perplexed as he saw the many weird expressions from his friends. When he looked over at Ember, she was trying her best to look away from him, making the entire situation even more awkward than it already was.

“Spike, can me and the other princesses have a word with you?” Twilight asked her assistant, after shaking herself out of a spaced out state.

“Sure thing, but I’m not sure what there is to talk about” Spike said, shrugging his shoulders.

“Trust me on this Spike. What me and the princesses have to talk to you about is very important. Girls, can you show Ember around the castle?” Twilight urgently asked her friends.

“Sure thing Twi. C’mon girls, let’s show our guest here ‘round this here palace” AppleJack stated, as she riled the girls up and started to show Ember around the castle, leaving Spike alone with Twilight, Celestia and Luna.

“So Spike...no pressure on you or anything, but umm….can you please explain to us why YOU DECIDED TO BECOME EMBER’S CONSORT? DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEA WHAT YOU JUST ACCEPTED YOURSELF INTO?” Twilight blurted out in a non-discrete manner, using her Royal Canterlot voice, and allowing even Ember and the remaining 5 to hear from where they were.

“Well, from what Ember said at the lands, she needed someone who could help her govern her people, and seeing that she really trusted me enough to recommend me for the job, I simply couldn’t refuse” Spike casually said.

“While that is, in essence, a part of being a consort, there are more…..personal tasks that are presented to the job in question” Celestia stated, as she patted Twilight’s back with a gentle hoof, not only trying to calm her down, but to also let her know that she would take things over from here.

“So what else does a consort have to do besides help rule a population?” Spike quizzically asked, more intrigued than ever.

“A consort has to also…….engage in more…”intimate” arrangements with their accomplice in the future….so to speak” Celestia stated in an aloof manner, hoping that Spike would be wise enough to catch the point.

“Ohhhhh….are you saying what I think you are saying?” Spike asked in a somewhat knowing manner”

“Indeed I am; I’m sure now that you see why Twilight is a bit apprehensive about this ordeal” Celestia smiled, glad that her surrogate son caught on to the point.

“You’re saying that I have to also help Ember with her love life? That’s a bit awkward, seeing how I don’t really know Ember enough to know what she would like in a male of some sorts, and also….” Spike started to ramble on, completely missing the entirety of the point Celestia was making, causing the 2 alicorns to face-hoof themselves. Luna couldn’t handle the situation anymore and went up to Spike and slapped him in the face, getting him to cringe in pain.

“OOWWWWWWWWWW” Spike wailed as he rubbed his slightly bruised cheek. Whatever did you do that for?” He questioned, a bit ticked off.

“Im just gunna skip to the point….as a consort, you will have to marry Ember at some point in your co-ruling, whether you want to or not, as well as everything that is insinuated from it” Luna declared with a straight face.

“......WHHHHAAATTTTTTTTTTTTT???????” Spike bellowed with astonishment and surprise, and then he fell backwards, fainting and banging his head onto the crystal hard floor.

------------------ 3 hours later ------------------

“.....Spike…...Spike….are you ok?” Celestia and Twilight asked, as Spike himself was stirred out of his slumber, his head throbbing in small increments of pain.

“Whoa……..for a minute there, I thought that Luna herself said that I was obligated to marry Ember as a part of my duty to her as a consort” Spike chuckled, hoping what he heard was just cruel and unjustified joke.

“I’m sorry Spike, but Luna’s right. Eventually, you will indeed have to take Ember’s hand in matrimony at some point. As a consort, you will have to ensure that Ember doesn’t necessary lose control of her grip to power; Not that I’m saying that she won’t, but as a precaution” Celestia dis-alarmingly said, alleving Spike of any apprehension that he might of had.

“Just my luck; How was I supposed to know that?” Spike questioned, unsure as to why he didn't know of this any sooner.

“I think the better question is, WHY DID YOU BLINDLY ACCEPT SUCH A REQUEST LIKE THAT?” Twilight again blurted out in a loud response, alarming Spike and getting Celestia to calm her down again.

“You didn't see the look on her face Twilight; I could see from the look on her face that she really had no other choice but to choose me. If it was some other male dragon, or even Garble…{shudders}, who knows what state of danger Equestria might be in right now. Besides, I’m her friend, and was I suppose to just stand aside and not help my friend out when she needed me the most? Sounds a bit counter-productive coming from the “Princess of Friendship” huh?” Spike questioned Twilight, starting to put her in her place with her own logic. Twilight couldn’t really say anything, lest she sound like a hypocrite, like her once arch nemesis and now pupil Starlight Glimmer tried on her.

“You do have a good point there Spike, and for that, I couldn’t be more proud of you” Celestia acknowledged to Spike. “Still, are you willing to take this task now, even after everything you heard?” she questioned.

Standing up and thinking on everything that has transpired, Spike stood still for a minute or 2, and finally came to a conclusion.

“I’ll still be her consort. Even after hearing all the aspects of being one, I can’t just abandon her at this point; Once I take a task, I intend to see it through to end” Spike declared, nodding his head with conviction set in his eyes.

“Good for you, my brave little dwagon” Celestia coddled to Spike, embarrassing him in from of Twilight and Luna, who were chuckling at him for their amusement.

“Moooommm…..stop it; I’m a big and tough dragon, and I do not need to be coddled like this” Spike begged, hoping that this event would end sooner rather than later. He tried to pull away from her grasp, but he couldn’t, and after a couple of minutes of such manner, finally got out of her powerful grip, his face red with embarrassment.

“Well Spike, since you are fully committed to this task, then you are gonna need somepony to teach you how to be an effective and fortuitous ruler, and I can think of no one else but yours truly!!” Celestia proudly said, with much pride and confidence in herself”

“Thanks for the offer mom, but I was thinking along the lines of Twilight, ya know…….since she is a princess and all…..no offense” Spike stated in a clear and obvious tone.

“While I am flattered of the offer Spike, I wouldn’t be of much help to you. Celestia is obviously the much better choice for you to learn from. Then again, there is Shining Armor, and seeing how he is a prince of the Crystal Empire for a good while now, I’m sure that he too could help you out” Twilight detailed.

“That’s cute and all Twilight, but I’ve been ruling all of Equestria for over 1,000 years. Besides, who else could better train him for such a task but his loving mother” Celestia stagnantly said.

“Still, Shining is technically Spike’s older surrogate brother, and he should have a shot at helping him, don't cha think” Twilight defended her choice in front of her former teacher.

Spike had a hard choice to make. On one point, having Shining teach him some things would be a good chance to bond with him as bro’s. Then again, his adoptive mom has been the longest ruler for as long as he’s known her, and she would be a big boon to his job. What choice would be side with?

Author's Note

So hopefully, I have addressed the whole "Spike not knowing what a consort is" ordeal. Now I leave the next chapter in your hands. Comment of this chapter on what side Spike should choose. Here's what will happen to Spike should he choose a side.

Option A: -Celestia and Luna train him in Canterlot, Spike has some bonding moments between the 2 of them, and Blueblood helps in some way.

Option B: -Spike takes Ember with him to the Crystal Empire to be given advice by Shining Armor and Cadence on how to rule, and the 2 of them see and help out with Flurry Heart

You guys have till Tuesday at 4 eastern/3 pacific time to make your voice heard and affect what happens with Spike on his journey.

This is SpikeSupreme13, and this story will be my coup de GRAVY!!!!!!!!!!

Perplexing Pointer's Part 2: Crystal Chaos

“I’ve made my decision” Spike piped up, bringing the 2 arguing princesses attention to him. “While you 2 have some solid points and I could benefit from either one of your choices, but I’m gonna have to go with Twilight’s choice.”

“Why Spike?” Celestia questioned, while Twilight was gleaming a bright smile on her muzzle. “I thought that your dear mama could really make you into as great and amazing of a ruler as I am”

“I know that you can mom, but as far as being an actual consort goes, Shining Armor is literally on the same boat as I am, and besides, I get to brag to Ember about how I heroically saved the Crystal Empire…..twice!!” Spike proudly bragged, but he went up to Celestia and hugged her. “I promise to come see you for advice as soon as I’m done over there, ok?” he asked her in a understanding tone.

“...Well…...ok then, but you better show up” Celestia pouted, but she nodded in a confirming stance and hugged him back. “Either way, this is the first real step for you Spike, and I know that you will be handle yourself just fine. Look at the time, me and Luna have to go to a meeting in Canterlot soon, and we can’t be late. Thank you for having us over Twilight, and tell your friends and Ember that we will see them later. Tata!!” With a wink, Celestia and Luna teleported back to Canterlot, just when Ember and the girls re-entered the map room.

“Where did Celestia and Luna go?” Ember asked, confused as to where the 2 tall alicorns went off to.

“They had an important meeting to go to, and they send you their regards” Twilight responded to Ember’s question. “Anyways, me and Spike have to go to the Crystal Empire for an important task, and we would like for you to join us” Twilight invited her royal guest.

“What is this so called…...Crystal Empire?” Ember quizzically asked.

“Follow me, and all…...will be revealed” Spike mysteriously said, as he grabbed Ember’s hand, waved goodbye to girls, and he and Twilight started to fly towards the Crystal Empire, with Dragon Lord Ember in tow.

---------------Crystal Station, Crystal Empire---------------

“So let me get this straight…” Ember began to question. “This is a empire, made entirely out of crystal, and it was banished 1,000 years ago by an evil unicorn by the name of King Sombra, and it is now being ruled over by an alicorn that was your previous foalsitter and your older brother?”

“Pretty much. Also, there are ponies like my friends back in Ponyville here, but their entire body is entirely composed of crystal, hench the name of them being “crystal ponies” and the fact that it is placed in the frozen north of Equestria”.

“You ponies never cease to surprise me. I wonder what else this empire has” Ember asked in a curious and intrigued manner.

“Well Ember…..I don’t mean to brag, but your’s truly is kinda hailed around here as a hero in the Crystal Empire” Spike stated in an obvious bragging tone as he, Ember, and Twilight were walking towards the tall tower standing in the middle of the empire..

“Pfffttt…...yeah right, like these crystal ponies would ever declare you as…..a…...hero” Ember was about to passively brush off that claim, until she saw the statue of Spike when she first saw him from the gauntlet embroiled in crystal, and holding up some replica of a heart relic.

“You were saying something?” Spike questioned in a smug manner, taking in the surprised look on his dragon lord’s face.

“How is that even possible? I thought ponies, even crystal ones by extension, would be scared to death of dragons, yet there’s a statue of one right here in front of me”

“Long story short, I helped Cadence, the princess of this empire, bring back the Crystal Heart that was once lost, but was hidden away by the same Sombra, and then I saved the empire from a giant ice meteor during the Equestria Games. Ever since then, the ponies here always ask for autographs and stories and even…..”

“OMG, ITS THE GREAT AND HONORABLE SPIKE THE BRAVE AND GLORIOUS!!!!! HE’S GRACED US WITH HIS PRESENCE ONCE AGAIN!!!!”

“I CAN’T BELIEVE THAT THE GREAT AND HONORABLE SPIKE THE BRAVE AND GLORIOUS IS STANDING RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME!!!!”

“I HAVE GOTS TO HAVE HIS AUTOGRAPH!!!”

“I WANT HIM AS MY HUSBANDO!!!”

“NO WAY MISSY; HE BELONGS TO ME AND ME ALONE!!!”

“GET HIM!!!”

“Speaking of which, I say we get out of here….like, NOW!!!” Twilight booked it, while a mass of crystal citizens, fangirls, and enthusiasts were rushing their way towards Spike and Ember, and the 2 of them followed in pursuit of Twilight, hoping to give Spike’s worshippers the slip.

------------------ Crystal Tower, Crystal Empire ------------------

Twilight, Ember and Spike were successful in escaping from the mob of crystal citizens. Resting their back on the giant doors as to keep them out, as well as give them some breathing room, the 3 proceeded to catch their breath and once they heard nothing from the other side, they soon left and reached the throne room, where they saw Shining Armor and Princess Mi Amore Cadenza, otherwise shortened to as Cadence, finishing up their daily checklist of what needed to be done.

“Twily…..Spike, what brings you 2 here? Shining questioned, hugging his LSBFF, and fist-bumping his surrogate little bro.

“We wanted to see how the empire was holding up, and also, to show our guest here what the Crystal Empire is all about.” Twilight answered her BBBFF, as she ran towards her fellow alicorn and old foalsitter and they did, what Ember would look at it as, their traditional dance.

“Sunshine Sunshine
Ladybug’s awake;
Clap your hooves
And do a little shake”

“It’s always so nice to meet you Twilight; Same for you Spike” Cadence smiled and saw Ember is the distance a few feet away from them. “So you must be Dragon Lord Ember, and might I say, it is a pleasure to meet you in the flesh, or scales in this case” she extended her hoof out and waited for her to shake it.

“I must say….this empire is really intricate and complex for one that’s entirely made from crystal” Ember responded as she shook Cadences hoof with a firm grip.

“So Spike, what exactly brings you and Ember around here?” Shining asked the dragon in question.

“Ya see Shining, I kinda need you and Cadence’s advice on how you guys do the whole “ruling a nation” thing, seeing as how you guys have been doing it well enough, and I’m sure that you guys will have some excellent points for me to use” Spike said.

“While I would be more than happy to give you some pointers, why would you need to know that kind of info?” Shining honestly asked him.

“It’s kind of a long story, and I say that the 5 of us sit down, have some lunch and we’ll explain to you the details” Spike and Twilight explained to them, and with that, the 5 royal members traversed on down to the main eating room, to explain the whole situation to the 2 curious royal ponies.

Author's Note

Next time, Spike and Ember will each learn something important that will benefit one another for the long run.....more or less.

Thanks for reading and showing that support, and if you guys want to, I'm also writing a changeling story full of adventure, intrigue, and alot of romantic and sexual encounters. Link for it is down below and I hope you guys like it.

http://www.fimfiction.net/story/326739/a-lovely-lancing-life

P.S: For those who wanted Option A or wanted both, I will do a chapter or 2 where he goes to Canterlot with Celestia and Luna, but that will come out a week after the release of this chapter, and the story will continue with a small combination of the 2 choices.

Catch ya next time!!!

Perplexing Pointer's: Part 3- A Flurry of Leadership

“I see…...this is a particular situation you’ve gotten yourself into.” Shining Armor commented as he and his guests were sitting on at a crystal table like the one Ember saw Twilight and her friends sit around, eating some delicious crystal food grown within the empire itself. Spike however was being feed an assortment of gems in a bowl, with emeralds, rubies, topazes and amethysts all mixed in.

“Hey Spike, how come these ponies are willingly feeding you those gems?” Ember quizzically asked, curious as to how these crystal ponies are basically treating him like a king, or an equal to their supposed rulers.

“I’ve tried to stop them, but then they would guilty for not graciously showing their adoration and praise to their Crystal Savior. I just go with it.” Spike responded, as he opened his maw, and a group of gems were rewarding served into his waiting mouth.

“This empire sure is pretty interesting. Anyways, can you 2 help Spike out?” Ember asked, almost in an impatient manner.

“Me and Shining will be more than happy to help Spike out...but we’re gunna help in our own fashion.” Cadence declared, finishing her food and waving for her staff to clean up their plates.

“So Cadence, what do you and Shining have in mind?” Twilight curiously asked her, wondering what exactly the 2 had in mind.

“All will be explained tomorrow, and for now….I say we get to bed now.” Cadence said as she and everyone got up and walked on down to the guest rooms. As Twilight and Spike headed off towards their room, Ember was following Spike towards his room, when she was stopped by Twilight.

“Where exactly are you going Ember?” Twilight asked.

“Why, with Spike to go sleep in his room of course.” Ember casually said, weirded out as to why Twilight would stop her from sleeping in the same room as her consort.

“Ya see…….we think that it might send the wrong message to the citizens here if they see you…..sleeping in the same room as their great and honorable savior.” Shining addressed, as Cadence and Twilight nodding in confirmation.

“Fine; I’ll just go sleep in the next room.” Ember huffed as she went into the next room and slammed the door closed. Everyone else shrugged their shoulders and and went to sleep.

------------ The Next Day ------------

As everyone woke up and met up back at the throne room, they discussed as to what they were going to do today.

“Ok, so I’m guna take Spike around the empire and teach him some things. Ember, Twilight and Cadence have something special in store for you.” Shining announced, winking over to his wife, who in turn winked back.

“So what is this “special” surprise? I must know of this at once!” Ember declared, as she was curious and commanding.

“You’ll see…” Cadence remarked, as she and Twilight giggled.

“Ok, so we’ll see you later. Bye!!” Shining said, as he dragged Spike by his arm and out of the castle, while the 3 went off into another alicorn’s room.

-------------------------------- Shining and Spike- Morning -----------------------------------

“Ok Spike” Shining Armor addressed his newest pupil. “There are many ways to be an effective consort, and luckily for you, I’m here to help with with such a task.

“So…...what do you have in mind?” Spike quizzically asked, wondering where this was all leading to.

“Ok, so first things first; You have to be able to relate to your citizen’s, and in order you to do that, you gotta see to their problems, no matter how great or small it is. Allow me to show you.” Shining said, as he took Spike around the empire, listening to the complaints and small problems that the citizens have, and addressing them as best and formal as he could. Also, whenever the citizens were done with Shining Armor, they went to Spike and showered him with unrelenting praise and adoration, as well as ask him to retell his stories on how he saved the empire twice.

“Geeze guys…..I already told those stories so many times, but if you want to hear them again, I don’t see why not” Spike bashfully said, making Shining Armor a bit jealous that his own Crystal citizens were loving Spike more than him.

-------------------------Twi, Ember and Cadence- Morning-------------------------

After Spike and Shining Armor left to do their own business, Cadence and Twilight escorted Ember into what looked like to her as a little child’s room. Inside there was a crystal crib, a crystal mirror, some small toys, and a table stacked with bottles, diapers, pacifiers, etc. Cadence motioned Ember to come to the crib, and when she did, she saw a small baby with a horn and a large wingspan waking up from its slumber.

“So…...what is this infant, and why does she have large wings like you 2?” Ember gestured to the 2 alicorns as Cadence as she picked up the foal and kissed her forehead below her horn, showing it affection.

“This here is my sweet foal Flurry Heart, and like me and Twi here, she’s an alicorn, coming from me and Shining himself.” Cadence smiled and said.

“So wait…...how can an alicorn and a unicorn produce an alicorn foal? The actual composition of genetics wouldn't allow this to be possible” Ember quizzically asked, wondering how such a foal like Flurry Heart could even come to exist.

“I was shocked myself, and neither Princess Celestia or Luna have no detailing or records of anything like Flurry Heart existing before their rule, so your guess is as good as mine at this point” Twilight pondered, as when Flurry Heart looked around, she saw the weird blue dragon talking to her aunt Twilight, and was a bit hesitant around her.

“Lookie here; Flurry Heart noticed you Ember. Would you like to hold her?” Cadence politely asked, hoping she would take the bait.

“Umm…….sure, I don’t see why not.” Ember passively stated, as she was handed Flurry Heart, and at first, both of them had an awkward look at each other and as they were stuck trying to adjust to each other, Cadence and Twilight silently slunk out of the room, allowing the 2 of them to start their “impromptu” bonding experience.

-------------- Shining Armor and Spike- Afternoon -----------

Spike and Shining Armor were currently sitting in a crystal cafe, sipping on some good Crystal Empire coffee, along with some pastries.

“So what else did you have in mind for me, big bro?” Spike asked, taking a good long sip of his coffee.

“Well…..As a consort, you also have to attend really long and sometimes boring meetings, public speakings, showcases, and the like. Speaking of which, we should get going” Shining panicked as he grabbed Spike, told the counter pony to put it on Spike’s tab, and rushed out of the store to do such things.

--------------Ember and Flurry Heart- Afternoon--------------

Ember was having a tough time trying to keep Flurry Heart under control. Flurry Heart herself was trying her best to keep herself away from this strange dragon as possible. This went on for a while until Ember flopped onto the cold floor and sighed in indignation. Flurry Heart’s tummy soon growled, signaling to Ember that she was hungry. Ember flew up and gently scooped up Flurry Heart into her scaly arms, which felt rather soft on her skin, and retraced her steps as best as she can, while asking for help from the Royal Guards stationed in the halls.

--------------Shining and Spike - Evening-------------

Shining was in a meeting with his advisors and discussing on the many projects and charity events that needed to get started on. While that was happening, Spike was unfortunate enough to actually take notes on this and sit through all of it. He soon slipped his head onto the table, and soon every eye was on him, and he chuckled nervously, hoping that they would go back to their boring dribble. As they went back to negotiations, Spike sighed in deep regret and struggled to sit through this meeting while still holding on to his sanity.

-------------Ember and Flurry Heart- Evening--------------

After a while of struggling activities and embarrassing situations, Ember and Flurry Heart finally got along, and were currently flying around in the room when Twilight and Cadence returned from wherever they went to, and saw the 2 of them flying around in contentment.

“So how was your day Ember?” Cadence asked as she saw Flurry Heart fly towards her and snuggle in her hooves?”

“It was struggling at first, seeing as how you 2 just…..I don’t know…….LEFT ME HERE WITH AN ALICORN CHILD ALONE!!” Ember bellowed, but not in a loud tone as to scare Flurry Heart, lest she incur her wrath again, as she unfortunately dealt with.

“Ya see…..me and Twi here decided that since you are a Dragon Lord, that you should be prepared to take care of small infants and the like, so….we purposefully left you here with Flurry here and see how you were able to adapt to it, and might I say….you did better than I expected.” Cadence explained, hoping that Ember would be able to understand.

“I see….well, even though what you 2 did was a bit underhanded and shady, not all of the day was bad. In fact, I’d say that I learned a couple of useful things from this adorable little cutie!” Ember cooed at Flurry Heart, eliciting a giggle and coo from Flurry Heart herself.

At that moment, Shining and Spike entered the room, and saw what Ember was doing to Flurry Heart, and both of them gave out a loud “Awwwwwww”, which caught everyone by surprise, especially Ember.

“I see your plan worked out after all, huh Cadence?” Shining smoothly asked his loving sweetheart.

“It most certainly did….more or less” Cadence nervously said, just grateful that everything ended smoothly and without any unfortunate incidents.

Author's Note

Sorry this took so long. My head was hurting for 3 days and a bunch of factors just kept me from finishing this chapter. If this isn't what you were expecting, I apologize.

Anyways, time for Celestia's side of the choice.

SpikeSupreme13, out

Perplexing Pointers Part 2*: Canterlot Calamity 1

Spike took a deep, calm breath, and he finally made a decision. “I’ve decided to go with Celestia.”

Twilight gasped, while Celestia owned a “For the Win” face behind her back. Luna simply shook her head.

“Are you sure about this Spike? Since Shining is in the same title and position as you, I would naturally assume that he would be the best option for you” Twilight addressed her surrogate sibling.

“I know what you mean Twi; Shining would be the best point of interest to address my issues to, but in terms of actually doing a good job at being second-in-command and being effective at ruling a nation, I can’t really think of anypony else but Celestia and Luna. I know that they can really provide me with the best tips and advice for this sort of ordeal” Spike declared.

“Trust us Twilight” Celestia addressed her fellow princess. “I promise you nothing short of the bestest and most effective advice for our young co-dragoon lord here. Isn’t that right my little dragon boyyyyy?’ Celestia squished Spike’s malleable cheeks in a motherly and affectionate manner.

“Celestia…….you’re embarrassing me…” Spike whined, wishing that the moment would end much, much sooner. He pulled out of Celestia’s grasp and tried to shake off the embarrassing blush adorning his cheeks. He managed to get it off of his cheeks just as Ember and the rest of the ponies returned to the throne room.

“I have to say…...this castle sure is interesting, yet cold and has that “desolate” feeling” Ember said with a small shiver.

“I know how you feel Ember. When I first got this castle, it didn't feel like home to me,because of everything you just said. Luckily, my friends added that special touch to it that allowed me to fully embrace this place for what it stands for” Twilight remarked as she looked up, and with Ember following her eyesight, saw the roots to what looked like some old and ancient tree.

“Why are some old and decrepit roots up there?” Ember quizzically asked, with a bit of intrigue.

“Those roots Ember, are what remains from our old home” Spike somberly said. “When me and Twilight first moved to Ponyville, we lived in a tree that also acted like a library. We had many good and bad times in there, until the day Tirek arrived. He was a demonic minotaur who wanted all the magic in Equestria. Twilight herself was fighting him, and as a result, our home became a casualty from it. While we luckily got this castle here, sometimes…….we still miss the place.” Spike and the Mane 6 started to remember all of the moments that they had in that Golden Oak Library.

“I didn't know about it, but from what you made it sound like, it was a place of fond memories and importance. I’m sorry.” Ember apologized. Spike shook his head and waved his claw.

“It’s fine. It’s fine to remember where we came from, as to remind us of what we once were, and what we strive to become.” Twilight and the others nodded in confirmation.

“Anyways…..C’mon Spike, we must be going now. There’s so much me and Luna have to teach you, and with so little time to waste” Celestia said with as much urgency as she could muster. Spike silently sighed to himself and walked off to where Celestia and Luna were standing.

“Where are you going Spike?” Ember asked, a bit worried about the young consort, as much as she would never admit to the others.

“It’s fine Ember. These 2 are gunna help me with the whole “consort” issue up in Canterlot. It’s the large mountain that’s outside the Castle; Can’t miss it” Spike said as he brought Ember to the window and showed her the large white castle on the side of the mountain cliff outside of Ponyville’s domain. “I’ll be in that castle town there. I got an idea; Wanna come and see the city with us?” Spike gleefully asked, hoping to show Ember the sights and somewhat wonders of his actual hometown where he was mostly raised.

“I guess I’ll come along; I’m only doing this for your sake, and not because I’m worried about you or anything…….got it!!” Ember said in an authoritative tone, whilst trying to clear her head of deep concern and attachment to Spike.

“Whatever you say Ember. Let’s get it!” Spike retorted, as he, Ember, Celestia and Luna teleported off to Canterlot; Capital of Equestria and land of snobby ponies and super posh customs.

Author's Note

While this chapter maybe short, the next one will defidently be longer and filled with hilarious content and captivating moments. As usual, comment on what you like, what you want to see improved, and share away if you want to.

Thanks still for reading this, and I'll catch you all next chapter.

SpikeSupreme13, signing off

Perplexing Pointer's Part 3*: Canterlot Calamity 2

As a blinding light appeared in the middle of a busy intersection of Canterlot, it dimmed down enough so that 4 beings could be made out from it. After the light disappeared, out came the 2 Royal Sisters that the citizens knew and respected, and 2 dragons of scaling stature. One dragon was someone they knew well enough and acknowledged, and another was one that they had no idea of, and was a bit apprehensive of. Ember looked around, and saw that the mass of ponies looking at them were mostly composed of male and female unicorns, wearing classy suits and elegant dresses, adorned with shiny jewels and lavishing makeup, with some pegasus workers around, and barely any earth ponies around at all.

“Who is she? Is she a danger to us? Why are the princesses with that dragon?” murmurs of these questions and more were spreading around by these citizens, and Celestia cleared her throat, ready to address her subjects on the new and unknown visitor to their fair and posh capital.

“My little ponies….” Celestia began her announcement to her people. “This new dragon here is Dragon Lord Ember, and she has the same royal stature as me and my sister here. Treat her as you would treat us, and rest assured…..she is absolutely no threat to us.” she declared. With that point out of the way, everyone save for the 4 who teleported there took a sigh of relief and continued on with their meticulous business.

“Welcome to Canterlot, the capital of Equestria and home to a lot of unicorns. As you clearly observed, a lot of our subjects here have some kind of noble status here and as such, they like to show off” Luna explained to Ember as she and the others were taking a nice stroll in Canterlot. Looking around, Ember was intrigued with the structure of the buildings, the small conversations between the ponies, and the simple act of the strut and walk style of these “noble” ponies.

“So these ponies here act like that they’re better than everyone else? That’s completely unjustified and indignant of them to do” Ember addressed in a fuming manner.

“I know that feeling all too well” Spike piped up, wishing to add his two bits into the conversation. “I grew up in this place, and while most of them are a bit snobbish and stuck-up, I can assure you that some of them aren’t half bad.”

“He’s right Ember; I’ve been in this town looooooong enough to know who’s snobbish from the more relaxed ones. Canterlot does has its shining moments, and also its darkest corners; Nevertheless, this is a town I am always proud to reside and rule over’ Celestia said, as they reached the castle gates, and nodded off to the 2 standing guards. Acknowledging the princesses and their guests, the guards allowed them inside, and the 4 of them reached the throne room.

“In here is where most of the “magic” happens” Celestia addressed to Ember. “In here is where I deal with all of the delegated meetings, pass the laws of the land, address each subjects issues and/or problems, etc.; It does get really boring and tedious most of the time, so I step out and try to commute with the people, as to better myself with them and allow myself some fresh air.”

After a calm and relaxing talk about what Canterlot offers and what happens in a day-to-day basis, Celestia lowered the sun, Luna raised the moon, and the had a grand dinner composed of everyone’s favorite meals and/or snacks. As such, Celestia, Spike, and Ember went on to their bedrooms while Luna had the unfortunate task of dealing with her nightly court and duties.

--------------------------Canterlot Castle, Morning-----------------------

When Celestia sat upon her throne, her horn glowed a golden aura, and she proceeded to raise the solar celestial body, as her namesake held, and the shining glow of the sun basked itself upon the sleeping bodies of those slumbering under it, waking them from their sleep. As everyone started to wake up, all the little ponies and grown-ups started to get ready for what this day was going to bring to them. In the castle, Spike and Ember were each stirred out of their whimsical dreams. As they yawned and stretched their limbs, they felt like today was going to be full of unique surprises and outlandish situations. As they greeted each other at the main hallway, they met up with Luna and they headed towards the dining room. When they arrived, they saw a smorgasbord of food and drinks.

“Whats up with all of the food?” Ember quizzically asked as she looked over to Spike, who was drooling with enthusiasm and vigor.

“Well Ember, since you are our special guest, I thought to treat all of us with a large buffet of breakfast in order to prepare us for today” Celestia replied with a small chuckle.

“What do you have in mind dear sister? I don’t trust that chuckle and smirk of yours!!” Luna declared, trying to decipher what it is that she had in mind.

“Don’t mind me Luna; I just can’t wait to see where this day will take us, that’s all” Celestia said as she waved her hoof in a beckoning manner as they came on over and delighted themselves to some food. Ember was being a bit picky with her food, since she was foreign to these ponies delicacies. As she looked around, she saw Spike digging away at the fruits and gems that were reserved for him and her, since they were dragons and all. Luna had some eggs and hay bacon, with a strong cup of coffee, as to mentally prepare herself as to what her sister had masterfully crafted. Celestia had a good cup of orange juice and a large stack of pancakes, dressed in glorious syrup, while adorning a small and polite smile. Ember took some gems and an apple, and when she tasted it, she was blown away from the explosive flavor. She soon joined Spike and started to scarf down any food that was in her line of sight.

After breakfast was served and all the silverware was taken to be cleaned off, the 4 royals were in the throne room, and as Celestia was about to tell Spike and Ember what today was going to bring to both of them, a snobbish white unicorn with blue eyes and a golden mane and tail entered the room, with a frown and an unpleasant room.

“Auntie, why haven’t the maids come by my room to give me my daily mane care products and to clean my bed? Blueblood demanded, with a huff and a turn of his face.

“Nice to see you again Blues; I see that things are still the same for you huh?” Spike sarcastically replied, rolling his eyes and sighing ever so exasperatingly.

“Spike my dear lad, why I didn't know that you were going to make a visit here. I hope that things are going swell for you.” Blueblood said as he walked over to Spike and softly slugged his side.

“Blueblood; So glad to see you up and about; In fact, why don’t you help Spike out with his “predicament” Celestia added as she walked over to her nephew and brought him up to speed with what Spike has been going through.

“I see; I would be glad to help my dear cousin here with anything royal and etiquette wise” Blueblood declared as he hugged Spike close to his chest, to Spike’s surprise and annoyance.

“Mother dear, don’t you think that things would work better if I had you or Luna teach me this kind of stuff?” Spike pleaded, hoping that this wasn’t the path that he would unfortunately had to take.

“I wish I could help you Spike, but me and Luna have some “special” plans for Ember here. Besides, you and BlueBlood don’t really spend a lot of time together, so why not spend the day with your bestest cousin here. Pwweeeeassshhh?” Celestia used her royal puppy eyes and adorable filly voice in order to have her way. Spike was at first determined to not do what his mother requested him to do, but after a short while, he broke down and nodded to her daunting request.

“Oh thank you ever so much dear” Celestia hugged her surrogate so close to her chest, burying Spike to her bosom, giving Spike’s face a cherry red color. Letting him down, Blueblood gleefully tagged Spike along to his side as they went out for Blueblood’s “personal” teachings. Ember hoped that things would go well for him, as she, Celestia and Luna went off to do whatever activities Celestia had in mind.

-----------------Canterlot Garden, Mid-day---------------------

“So Spike, since my dear auntie filled me in on your situation, I can finally achieve hat I have always wanted to perform on you” Blues declared in a triumphant tone.

“And what, may I ask, is this thing that you wish to perform?” Spike dreadfully asked, hoping that it wasn’t too embarrassing or painful, or a combination of the 2.

“Why, I have always wanted to mold you in my image; As a royal visage of sorts, you will need to emulate someone who can show his followers how to act, walk, and think like a true royal, and who better to do this than yours truly” Blueblood royally declared as his stroke a pose and a dark cloud floated itself over him, as if signifying to Spike that this was even worse than hat he could’ve ever imagined in his dragon skull. “Let’s begin with…..

“Blueblood’s Royal Guide to being Magnificently Flawless!!”

Step 1: Trot like you own it!

“Ok cousin, the first step to being like me is to walk with a grace of royal air and authority. To do this, you have to have your nose high in the air and have a sense of royal ownership. Watch and see how it’s done” Blueblood mentioned as he walked down the road and did as so. Anypony who saw him were immediately disgusted and repulsed by his walk and snarky attitude. When Blueblood was done, he offered his hoof out and waited for Spike to repeat his actions. Spike sighed, shook his head, and just casually strolled down the road. He waved at the ponies and engaged in small and polite conversations while complimenting their attire. When he finished, everyone there was pleasantly pleased and enjoyed Spike immensely.

“That wasn’t how I showed it to you, but it did garner the results that I was looking for, so I’ll let you off with a pass.” Blueblood said, as he dragged Spike off to his next lesson.

(Meanwhile)

Celestia, Luna and Ember were in a royal spa room, getting pampered and prettied up with the best that Canterlot offered. Ember was a bit apprehensive about the procedure. “Why are we getting this spa treatment while Spike is dealing with what knows what?” Ember questioned the equestrian princess.

“I have a set goal in mind dearie, and this is the first step to achieving the goal” Celestia responded.

“Sister, while I do always enjoy these visits, I do have to agree with Ember with this. Shouldn’t I have helped our dear boy with this endeavor?” Luna asked while she had cucumbers on her wearied eyes and was having her hooves filed ever so delicately.

“Trust me Luna; I will reveal everything in due time. Now let’s relax and enjoy this.” With that dealt with, everyone sat quietly and let the spa therapists do their work.

Step 2: Associate with folk that will be grace by your presence!

“Now for this step, I will talk to the common folk, so as to let their day be even more heavenly from me. Watch and be amazed!!” Blueblood strolled over to a group of stallions and mares casually sitting at a cafe table. Chatting away at them, Spike saw how the conversation quickly went sour, and soon, Blues returned as he was dripping wet from being splashed with water and cold ice tea.

“I don’t know why, but for some reason, these folk seem to have a problem with me. Let’s see how you do. Go on then” Blueblood replied, lightly shoving Spike towards the rude group. After half an hour had gone by, Spike returned to Blueblood, smiling and not drenched in refreshing liquids.

“How did it go cus? If they did anything to you, I’ll have them all thrown in the dungeon for treason!!” Blues proclaimed, while Spike shook him out of his stance.

“Everything’s alright Blues. I was chatting away with them, and they were actually really nice. Some mares actually wrote down their number for me; That was pretty nice of them.” Spike announced, content that his convo. with them was pleasant and mostly filled with making fun of the supposed “Prince Blueblood” of Canterlot.

“Hmmmmm……….good for you, and if you don’t mind” Blueblood snatched the slips of paper that had the ladies number’s on them. “I’ll be needing those numbers as evidence of my ingenious success on you. Moving on” Blueblood said as he tucked those numbers away in his suit jacket. Spike shrugged as he walked behind him, not really caring if he had those numbers or not.

Step 3: One’s clothing defines one’s sense of identity

“For the next step, I want you to pick out your outfit so that other’s can get a sense of who “Spike the Consort” really is. This time tho, I will not be helping you on this; This test is all you man” Blueblood declared as he sat down and watched as Spike grabbed a bunch of accessories and light clothing and proceeded into the nearest changing room.

(Meanwhile again)

The 3 royal gal pals were currently relaxing in the Canterlot garden, simply basking in the warmth of the sun and the cool breeze of the wind.

“So Ember, how are the dragon’s like since you became their Dragon Lord?” Luna curiously asked, wondering how such a creature like Ember could handle the ferocity and the sheer ravage nature of those dragons.

“Strangely enough Luna, things have been going pretty ok……..a bit too ok if you ask me” Ember suspiciously said. “I have a strange feeling that things will somewhat begin to change, and whether it will be for the good or bad, is uncertain to me. I just hope that me and Spike will be capable of handling it when it strikes.”

“Whatever is is Ember, I’ sure that you 2 will be able to handle anything that comes at you 2. At times like those, you 2 will need to be able to lean on and trust each other. I’m sure you’ll take great pleasure in that, hmmm?” Celestia slyly said, making Ember’s scaly face flare up in embarrassment and a small tinge of lingering feeling or her co-drake in ruling.

“It’s not gunna be like Celestia; Sheesh, how does that thought even worm its way into that pony head of yours” Ember embarrassingly said, trying to play off the moment.

“Whatever you say Ember……….Whatever you say” Celestia said, keeping her opinion on the 2 to herself…..for now.

(Back with Spike and Blueblood)

After many, many hilarious fashion fails and blunders, Spike just stepped out with a witty top hat and a fancy bejeweled bow tie like the one that Rarity made for him many years ago. He struck a pose, hoping that this was at least adequate enough for his “dear” cousins tastes.

“Good enough I guess. Let’s head back to the castle and see how my training has bettered you.” Blueblood declared as the 2 of them walked on back to the Canterlot Castle.

“I wonder how the princesses and Ember did on this day?” Spike wondered as the 2 dudes strolled on into the dining room, where said ladies were enjoying the fine dining and cuisine that was carefully prepared for them and the guys when they came back from their “bonding” experience.

“So Spike, has Blueblood taught anything of importance?” Celestia asked her steward son. “By the way, nice ensemble there; Really makes you stand out.”

“Thanks for the compliment. Let’s just say that I certainly took something from this experience” Spike stated as he sat down and picked out what he was going to consume. Blueblood meanwhile was still wet and in a fowl mood. Luna and Ember chuckled at the state that he was in, as it was really amusing to them. Celestia herself was humorously giggling to herself, as she gave a small wink to Spike, who was really puzzled as to why she did that, but shrugged it off and just enjoyed the rest of the night with those close to him, and for a certain individual, somewhat tolerated his presence, let alone his mannerisms.

Author's Note

Super sorry about the lateness of this chapter. I was a bit lazy and while I was looking for a job, this kinda took a backburner. Nevertheless, I promised you more, and as requested, here you go. Also,

WELCOME TO THE HIATUS FOLKS. HOPE YOU CAN HOLD OUT!!!!!

Thanks for the reading, and I wasn't paid off by Blueblood himself to advertise his steps......which you all should totally follow. I promise you 100% satisfaction, or your dignity back. Have a great night or morning, depending on when you read this, and wish me a happy B-day, because when I post this, it'll be the next day.

SpikeSupreme13, signing out

Spike, Ember's New Consort?

--------- Dragon Lands: Inner Throne Room ---------

Ember, daughter of a powerful and giant dragon named Torch, who was once a small runt of a princess compared to her previous dragon lord father, was now a elegantly beautiful blue dragon lord who ruled the dragons inhabiting the dragon lands with a stern attitude and a gentle mindset. Her throne room was adorned with a cushy throne bejeweled with the finest gems her subjects could search for, and in her grasp was the legendary Blood-stone Scepter, with which her dragon subjects were subjected to its gripping power and hypnotic allure. Her first few days of ruling were simple and easy, and nothing was really too hard for her to handle, save for the occasional scuffle between 2 dragons and their disagreement over their hoards, or even when a group of rowdy dragons got out of hand. Later on, things started to be more complicated and stressing for her, as she soon had to go through boring royal practicalities and deal with every insignificant and petty problem that graced her presence. At this point, she was at her breaking point, and if she had to deal with one more stupid and idiotic dispute, she was gonna lose her sanity. Ember decided to see her father and see if he knew anything that could help her.

“Dad” she called to him when she saw him in his own room, which was a bit away from the royal meeting room, chewing on his pile of gems in a pace that he was comfortable to.

“Ember, what seems to be the matter my dear?” he questioned her when he finished chewing on a giant amethyst.

“I thought that being Dragon Lord was gunna be justifying and well-suited, but now it feels like a drag, and I need something, or someone, that can help me ease the tension, if by only a small bit.” Ember addressed her father, letting out some built-up tension and panic.

“Hmmmmmm…………………...I think there might be something pertaining to what you need in the Documented Historical Room. Follow me.” Torch stated as he flew outside with Ember following right behind him. They reached a cave and when they entered it, they saw row after row of scrolls and documented papers, detailing the many things and tales of dragons long ago, along with the protocols of the dragon lord that Ember was all too familiar with, to a less satisfying degree. The 2 decided to search through it all to find the one answer to all of Ember’s problems.

(Three hours later)

Ember was on the last scroll in the cave, and as she quickly skimmed it just to get it over with, she soon found the words that would change everything for her, as she smirked and devised how everything was going to proceed.

----------- Castle of Friendship, Ponyville ------------

It was a delightful and brightening day in Ponyville, as shop owners were stocking their wares, children were playing and hanging out with each other, the Cutie Mark Crusaders were helping ponies who were confused about and/or didn't have their cutie marks, and the Mane 6, composed of Princess Twilight Sparkle, AppleJack, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Rarity, and Fluttershy, along with Princess Celestia and Luna from Canterlot, were in Twilight's castle, enjoying some of Spike’s delectable and delicious cooking. Pinkie and AppleJack offered to help, but Spike didn't want to have any of it, as he reminded them that the Princesses rarely had the time to visit the castle and relax with Twilight, and even rarer with all 6 of them having free time from their busy schedules. Spike had a good growth spurt many months ago, and now he was a bit taller than his friends. His strength was just as good, if not a big tougher, than AppleJack, and his chubby belly was more well-toned and slimmer.He also grew some amazing pair of wings, and received rigorous flight training from Rainbow Dash. He was carrying 2 plates of steamy, gratifying pancakes, and when he put them on the table, the 8 ponies immediately swiped them all and chowed down on them, as Spike chuckled to himself.

“Yeesh, can you guys slow down with the flapjack’s? I didn't get to eat yet!” Spike stated as he grabbed a plate that only had 3 pancakes on it, frowning a bit, but shrugging it off and eating them.

“Sorry Spike, but you know how we are with your flapjacks. Once we have one, we just can’t have enough” Twilight said with a blush of embarrassment, along with the others. Celestia and Luna chuckled to themselves at the sight of the 6 eating like animals.

“So Twilight, how have things been with Ember and the Dragon Lands?” Celestia asked her former student and fellow princess. Twilight levitated a napkin to her muzzle and wiped off some syrup before speaking.

“The last time I wrote to her, she stated that things were still stable over there, and that was 1 ½ years ago. Hopefully she’s still handling her duties well!” Twilight addressed to her mentor. No sooner after she said that and when Spike was chewing on his break, did Spike’s scales started to glow and irritate him with a burning sensation he felt before.

“Dammit, not this again. I thought that this was dealt with. Why are my scales acting up again?” Spike declared as he erratically scratched himself to relieve himself of this skin pain.

“Looks like Ember is summoning the dragons again, and you know what that means Spike?” Luna asked in a formal manner.

“I don’t think that she would be willing to stop being the Dragon Lord, but she does have the Blood-stone Scepter, so it could be anything” Spike answered to Luna. Getting up off the floor, Spike dusts himself off and walks off to a window near the table where his friends were eating their breakfast. “Anyways, I better go see what’s up; maybe she has some new ruling or something to say to all of the dragons. Besides, it’s been a while since I last saw her, and it’ll be good to see how she’s been doing as Dragon Lord”

“Ooooooooo, is someone missing their dragon friend?” Rainbow Dash quipped at Spike, sticking out her tongue in a playful manner. “Who knows, maybe she’s calling you so that she can ask you out in front of all the other dragons and make them jealous, huh?”

“Hahaha Dash, but I’m pretty sure that’s not even close to what she wants me for. I’m pretty sure that she has a bunch of buff and fortuitous dragons always trying to win her like some prize or something.” Spike looked at Dash with a small glare, and a slight frown.

“Should we come with you Spike? I'm sure that Rarity has some more camouflage costumes for us to wear?” Twilight asked, as RD, Pinks and AJ were a bit eager to see how the other dragons looked and acted like under Ember’s rule, while Fluttershy cowered under the table at the thought of merely looking at the other dragons.

“It’s ok Twi, I got this; Besides, it’s rare enough that Celestia and Luna have time off to visit you, and even rarer when all of us are off from our busy schedules. Trust me, I got this” Smirking with a confident smile, Spike waved everyone goodbye and flew off to see what it is that Ember summoned him and the other dragons for.

------- Dragon Lands, Wide Announcement Space -------

Ember was smirking and sitting on the throne that her father sat on when he was Dragon Lord. As the other dragons were flocking over to her, she first saw Garble, the teen dragon who has been somewhat of a thorn on her side ever since the Gauntlet of Fire 3 years ago. He and his posse were subjugated in the middle of a sea of dragons, being brutish and cocky as usual of dragons of their character. She was hoping that “he” would show up, since he was a necessary character of her plan. After waiting for 10 more minutes, she saw a small glimpse of a dragon flying towards her, and hoping it was him, she started to address her announcement.

“Greetings Dragons; I, Dragon Lord Ember, have summoned you here for an important announcement. As you all know, I have been ruling you all as a strong and…………” Ember addressed to her fellow dragons.

As she was speaking to everyone, Spike had barely made it to the area in time, and proceeded to stand in the back of everyone, trying his hardest to listen in and say what Ember was saying. What he did hear from Ember would forever change his life.

“Even though I have been a great and fearless Dragon Lord, I have found that all of the tasks and responsibilities of being a single Dragon Lord have been taking its toll on me, and as such, I am instituting a new change. I did the research in the Historical Cave, and I found that I can institute a “consort” of sorts, or in other words, a secondary dragon who would help me better govern you dragons and keep my sanity in check. I need a dragon who is determined, confident, strategic, and above all, one who always have others concerns and troubles in mind over themselves. Who amongst you feel that you can handle such a feat like this?” Ember proclaimed to her subjects. One by one, all of the dragons, save for “him” would fly up their arms and hands in the air in the hopes of being recognized and chosen by Dragon Lord, as each of them would have ulterior purposes to be enacted if they were luckily chosen.

Ember laughed, seeing how desperate they all were to wield such power and authority over their own kin. “That was a rhetorical question, and there was no right answer for it, you simpletons” she exclaimed. “ I already know who i perfect for such a task like this. This dragon has all of these traits that I am indeed looking for and more, He is far different than all of you, and most importantly, he was the only one who 3 years ago, showed me what real com-patriotism and friendship is, and looked out for me above everyone else, and that includes my DEAR OLD DAD!!” she stated that last part with a hiss as she looked over at him, as Torch looked down with a sheepish expression adorned on his face. As the other dragons were thinking of which of them were worthy of the job, Garble and Spike’s eyes were widening by the second.

“As such, your new Dragon Lord Consort, with prestige and honor in tact and in form, is…….. SPIKE THE DRAGON!!!!!!”

“Spike…………………….Our new dragon Consort?” Garble questioned with malice and angst lacing each word

“Me? Dragon Lord Consort to Ember?” Spike questioned himself, more surprised than everyone of what Ember just stated to everyone.

Author's Note

I hope that you guys like this chapter. I almost forgot how to really write a fanfic well. If you like it, plz follow it, as I hope to make this a grand and loving adventure for our 2 dragons here, and whatever mistakes and improvements I need to make, please address it down in the comments.

Thanks for reading, and Hail our Dragon Lord Ember!!!