Once Upon A New Home

Chapters

Prologue
Chapter One
Chapter Two
Chapter Three
Chapter Four

Prologue

Earth

In the small town of Storybrooke, Maine a cold wind roamed through the streets as most of the citizens were soundly asleep in their homes. There were some who enjoying a nice, late night stroll through the community such as the town’s family therapist, Archie Hopper and his dog, Pongo. Everything seemed calm for the moment, but unbeknownst to Storybrooke, a dark force was slowly traveling along the cold wind of the night.

Oh yes, I can feel the presence of the one I am searching for. Just where could the self proclaimed “Dark One’ reside. King Sombra in his smoke form meticulously examined the town from above to pinpoint the location of the dark magic he was sensing. His crimson glowing eyes glanced all around until they fell on Mr. Gold Pawnbroker & Antiquities Dealer, the town’s pawnshop Aha, there it is. Now it’s time for me to persuade this Rumplestiltskin to join me. The dark unicorn prince slowly descended toward the shop.

Inside, Mr. Gold also known as Rumpelstiltskin was trying to convince the Evil Queen to join him in killing her sister, Zelena “Listen dearie, you know as good as I do that Zelena has gotten soft after spending time with the heroes.” He let out a chuckle as he looked at the queen with his brows furrowed “If she continues to listen to and aid Belle along with the others, this whole new beginning that we both want will just be a dream.” He turned his back as he leaned against one of his antique display cases.

The queen closed her eyes to take in a deep calming breath and exhaled “Yes, I am aware of that Gold, but that is why I’ve been doing my damndest to not allow that to happen!” She sauntered over to Mr. Gold also known as Rumplestiltskin and placed a hand on his shoulder “So let me talk with her instead of the whole death thing. I am positive I can get through to her.” A sly smirk crept across her face.

He shrugged off her hand and turned around with a sneer “I don’t think that would work dearie. Either you kill her or I will!” He walked past her over to the front desk “Also, if you haven’t heard or noticed, Zelena and my ever so darling wife tried to steal this!” He dug into his cashmere suit and pulled out a wand.

“What the hell is that?” The queen looked at the wand inquisitively “I see that it is a wand, but I never seen that one before.” She reached to touch it, but Rumple simply jerked it away from her.

He twirled it around in an opened hand “This your majesty, is the wand that once belonged the apprentice of the once great and powerful sorcerer. It has the power to take those who possess it to any land they want.” He stroked along the wand “And your ever so lovely sister and my wife planned to use it to leave Storybrooke for good. Belle tried to escape from me with my unborn child!” He gripped the wand tightly in his hand.

The queen placed her hand back on Rumple’s shoulder “Well, the good news is that you got the wand back so no worries.” She snickered as she turned him around and leaned into give him a slow, deep kiss.

“Well, well, well, it looks like I am interrupting a special moment.” A low voice caused the two to snap from the kiss and look around panicked.

“Who’s there?!” Rumpelstiltskin looked around for the source of the disruption “Reveal yourself or face a very sudden and unfortunate end!” His lips curved in anger.

Soon the smoke form of King Sombra appeared before the two “Easy there fella.” He let out a lowly chuckle as he stared at the two intensely.

“Who, or the better phrase is what the hell are you?” The queen huffed as she placed her hand on her hip and looked at Rumplestiltskin “Is this some sort of new magic you came up with? Talking smoke with eyeballs?” She scoffed.

“I don’t know what this is, but I am warning you if you don’t reveal your true self, I am going to do what I do best and that is make your life non-existent!” He snarled as he looked at the smoke.

“Alright, I’ll show myself.” Suddenly the smoke formed into the unicorn form of the dark king. He looked up at the two leggers “Allow me to introduce myself, my name is King Sombra, and I am here to make a deal with you.” A sly smirk crept across his muzzle.

“A talking horse?!” The Evil Queen gasped in shock at the stallion’s ability to speak “Haha… what is this a joke?” She snickered as suddenly a beam of red magic zoomed past her shoulder shattering a glass ornament into pieces “Oh!” A look of surprise and shock washed over her face.

Sombra cleared his throat “As I was saying, I am here to make a deal with you two that could be worth your while.” His smirk grew “I overheard you both talking about a new beginning?” His brows raised curiously.

Rumpelstiltskin looked at the pony with intrigue “Yes we were Sombra, but what does that have to do with you, and what is this deal you speak of? I have made plenty of deals with some interesting figures, but I have never dealt with a talking horse.” He chuckled “ Yet, I guess it would be disrespectful if we didn’t introduce ourselves. I am simply known as The Dark One, Rumplestiltskin.” He opened up his hand and in a poof of purple smoke, a dagger appeared in his hand.

The queen gave a curtsey “And I am the elegant Queen of Evil.” She smirked proudly as she looked at the unicorn “And I got to admit, that bit of stunt you done was impressive, but what do you think of this?” She opened up a hand and suddenly a ball of fire formed “Now do you want to try that trick on me again or do you want to be a roasted steed?”

Sombra simply nodded “Well, that is mighty impressive as well and that is why I would like to make the deal with you that I have. I believe with all three of us working together, we could achieve that new beginning and much, much more.” A lowly chuckle escaped his lips.

A thought started to circulate in Rumpelstiltskin’s head “Well, now you have my attention Sombra. What kind of deal would you like to propose?” An intent, curious express swept across his face.

Sombra smirked “Well, I see that you two possess powerful, dark magic as do I. How would you two feel if you could come with me to a land, my home that is crawling with magic?” He chuckled.

“Uh… been there, done that!” The queen simply sighed “But it would be nice to have a change of scenery so what land do you come from Somby?” An arrogant chuckle escaped her lips.

“First off, the name is Sombra, get it right!” He snorted, but calmed himself quickly “The land I come from is known as Equestria, the Land of Magic and…. Friendship.” He clenched his eyes at the word. He then looked up at the two “And as I like to think, with great magic comes great power.” He snickered.

“I must agree with that statement my four-legged guest.” Rumpelstiltskin looked over the queen “Well, your majesty what do you think of this proposition? I believe we could have that new beginning if we join forces with this stallion.”

“Hmm… a very tempting offer indeed, and one I shall agree with. It would be nice to rule a new kingdom and maybe garner the respect that I truly deserve.” She then looked at the dark king ‘You have yourself a deal Sombra, but how do we go about going to this land of yours?”

Rumpelstiltskin showed the apprentice’s wand “I believe this will aide us in getting to this Equestria that you speak of Sombra.” He smirked as he stared at the wand “But instead of just us going your majesty, how about we take the whole town with us?”

An evil grin grew on the queen’s face “Oh, you mean like putting Storybrooke under another curse? I like it!” She crossed her arms “In fact, how about we do this in the center of town? It is the right place for a spell like this.” With a twirl of her hand, the three disappeared in a cloud of purple smoke and reappeared in the center of the town.

Sombra looked up and around the area before looking up at the two villains “Well, Dark One when you’re ready, I’m very interested to see what this wand does.” A sinister grin formed on his muzzle.

Rumpelstiltskin held the wand aloft as he pointed it to the sky “Hold ladies and steeds, it’s time to leave this wretched town!” He chuckled as the dark clouds above started to shift around, turning into a dark, greyish-greenish hue. Soon the formation descended to blanket the whole community.

Oh Princess Celestia, your kingdom that you now rule will forever fall at the hooves of the true king and emperor of Equestria, King Sombra! The power of darkness will forever prevail over the power of light!

Equestria

As night fell upon the land, Princess Luna stood out on the balcony of Canterlot Castle and watched over her home. She looked up at the sky as her moon rose against the deep blue night sky It is such a peaceful night tonight. I know I should be at the Ponyville Hospital with Tia to welcome the new foal of my friend Fluttershy, but somepony does need to stay here to watch the castle. I will go in the morn…. Wait, what is that?

Something unnerving struck the alicron to her core as she felt a cold wind brushed against her fur. She looked up to see the clouds twirling in the sky with flashes of light appearing in them. A swallow of nervousness traveled down her throat What is that? Whatever it is, it doesn’t not feel good at all.

She hovered off the balcony and down to the front of the castle “Guards, go get my carriage. We need to go to Ponyville Hospital!” She looked at the two guard ponies at the door.

They saluted “Yes Your Majesty!” They then galloped to retrieve Luna’s carriage.

I got to warn Tia, but I just hope it won’t ruin the arrival of Fluttershy’s foal. Whatever this power I’m sensing, it certainly is something unsettling.

Author's Note

Well, the new journey of A New Home begins! :pinkiegasp: :rainbowderp: :raritystarry: :twilightoops:

Chapter One

Ponyville Hospital

Streaks of sunlight poured through the window blinds of Fluttershy’s hospital room, providing warmth for the slumbering pegasus. A soft yawn escaped her lips as she slowly blinked her eyes open to see her mate sleeping soundly by her bed. She smiled warmly at him I’m the luckiest mare in all of Equestria to have a loving husband in Big Mac. She sighed softly as she looked down to see the bundle of joy she held in the crook of her foreleg.

Wrapped up in a warm, fluffy, white blanket was a foal who was still soundly asleep. The foal was a filly with a light pink coat, a magenta hued mane, freckles, eyes like her mother, and pegasi wings. Fluttershy leaned down to nuzzle at her cheek “My dear Flitter Sweet, I am so proud to have given birth to such a beautiful filly such as you.” She whispered softly to the sleeping foal as she kissed her forehead.

She lifted her head to look over at her mate sleeping peacefully, but with her free hoof she nudged him on his shoulder “Um.. Big Mac, sweetheart…um… wake up.” She smiled warmly as he started to stir slowly awake.

Big Mac let out a yawn and blinked his eyes open to look over at Fluttershy “Good morning honey pie.” A loving smile crept across his muzzle “How did you sleep last night dear?” He carefully sat up near her bed.

“I slept wonderful Maccy Poo.” A light giggle escaped her lips as a very soft yawn was heard “Oh, look sweetheart, somepony wants to say hi to their big, strong daddy.” She looked down at Flitter Sweet who opened her small eyes for the first time “Well hello my little Flitter, do you want to see your daddy?” She smiled back at Big Mac and carefully shifted the bundled up filly to give her to Big Mac.

Butterflies started to flutter in Big Mac’s stomach as he was a bit nervous of holding his child for the very first time. He was nervous about being a first time father, but carefully reached out his forelegs to receive the filly. As soon as he cradled Flitter Sweet close to his broad, warm chest, the first time jitters suddenly faded away.

He started to rock Flitter Sweet tenderly in his forelegs with a fatherly smile on his muzzle “Hello little one, I’m your daddy.” He felt tears well up in his eyes “I promise my little apple that I will always be here for you and protect you from all the evil that is in this land.” He leaned down to kiss her forehead.

A light knock interrupted the quiet peacefulness “Um… come in.” Fluttershy cleared her throat softly.

The door opened to reveal Nurse Redheart “Good morning Fluttershy and Big Mac, how is the young one doing?” She smiled warmly as she carefully trotted in and saw Big Mac holding his foal “Aww… well it appears that is doing quite well.” She let out a small giggle.

“Um… yes Nurse Redheart, Flitter Sweet is wonderful!” A bright smile crept across the pegasus’ muzzle “Um… is there something the matter though?”

“Oh, no, no, no, nothing at all dear. I just came in to check on to see how you all were doing and also to see if it was okay for your friends to come in and see you? They just woken up and have been asking to come see the bundle of joy.” Another light giggle escaped her lips.

“Um.. of course Nurse Redheart, you can tell them to come in.” She then turned to look at Flitter Sweet in Big Mac’s forelegs “Would you like to meet your aunts?” She smiled motherly at her baby.

“Okay, I’ll go get them.” Nurse Redheart trotted out of the room to go retrieve the others.

Soon the door opened to reveal Fluttershy’s friends “Good morning darling, I hope you slept well.” Rarity smiled warmly as she led the troupe into the room. As soon as she saw Big Mac holding Flitter Sweet, she gasped “Oh darling, is that her? She is absolutely marvelous!” The fashionista gushed with elation at the foal as well did the others that trailed behind.

“Oh, she is so little!” Twilight beamed with joy after seeing the filly “She has your eyes Fluttershy.” She looked at her friend with a warm smile “I would love to give you some of the old stories I used to read Spike when he was just a hatchling. I believe she will love them.’ She fluttered her wings excitedly.

Rainbow Dash noticed the small wings poking out “Oh, look girls, she has little pegasi wings! That is so awesome!” She beamed with pride “Maybe when she gets old enough, I’ll teach her how to fly like I do with you squirt?” Scootaloo stood beside Rainbow as she looked at the filly with a big smile on her face.

“That is right Rainbow! It would be totally cool to teach her some tricks on my scooter as well!” A smile of pride crept across her muzzle.

“Well, Ah’ll be, the little sugarcube is a darn tootin’ cutie.” Applejack chuckled softly as she looked at her brother “Ya know big brother, Ah believe she might have your strength. Ya, she might be shy like her mother, but ya are shy too, but with that shyness comes great strength.” She tipped her hat toward Big Mac.

“Ah can’t believe Ah’m going to be an aunt!” Applebloom smiled proudly ‘Ah am going to teach her the ropes about being a good, strong farmer too!” She jumped in place “Too bad Granny is taking her nap, she would have loved to meet the little filly.” She gave a bit of a frown.

“Don’t worry little sis, Granny will have plenty of chances to see Flitter Sweet.” Big Mac winked as he carefully shifted the filly over to his other foreleg to hand her back to Fluttershy.

“She is so little wittle! I think she is as small as Pumpkin and Pound Cake when they were born!” Pinkie looked at the filly in awe “I can’t wait to throw her a “Welcome To The World” Party!” She beamed as she started to hop in place, earning a laugh from every pony.

“Flitter Sweet is a marvelous name for the little darling Fluttershy.” Rarity batted her eyelashes “I would absolutely adore it if you would let me make her some clothes!” She clapped her hooves together.

“Um… I would like that Rarity. I think Flitter Sweet would like that too.” She looked down at her baby and lowered her head to her “Wouldn’t you my precious Flitter?” She giggled and nuzzled against her nose.

“Maybe I could perform a magic show for her with the lessons I’ve been learning from Twilight.” A giggle escaped Sweetie Belle’s lips as she lit her horn up to levitate a remote on the nightstand by the bed.

“You will not do such thing Sweetie Belle!” Rarity shook her head disapprovingly “You full well that I’ve asked Twilight to teach you how to use your magic wisely, not for show, do you understand?” She looked at her younger sister sternly.

Sweetie Belle grunted “Aww… Rarity, you’re no fun!” She whined “Fine! I’ll perform my magic more conservatively.” She huffed That is what she thinks though.

“Well my dear Fluttershy, the child certainly is beautiful.” Princess Celestia entered through the door with a warm smile on her muzzle “Flitter Sweet is a perfect fit for such a precious little filly.” She trotted over to Fluttershy and the foal, leaning her head toward Flitter Sweet “Welcome to Equestria, your home little one.” She kissed the top of her head.

Fluttershy looked around at all of her friends and family, but there was one who wasn’t present. A curious expression washed over the pegasus’ face “Um… Where is Toby?” She along with the others looked for the young boy.

“Here I am Momma.” Soon he walked into the room with a soft yawn “I just woke up from a long nap.” As he walked in he saw the bundle of joy and gasped “Momma, Papa, is that?” He walked up to the side of Fluttershy’s bed.

“Yes sweetheart, this is your new baby sister, Flitter Sweet.” She smiled maternally at her adopted son as she leaned her head over to kiss his forehead. She then looked back Flitter Sweet “Um… Toby would you maybe like to hold your little sister?”

Toby swallowed a bit nervously, but nodded “Yes Momma, I would like that.” A big smile crept across his face as he outstretched his arms.

Fluttershy carefully placed the wrapped up filly in the arms of her son “Toby, I know that you are going to be the best big brother Flitter Sweet will ever have.” She smiled proudly as she saw him gently take the foal into his arms.

As he held her in his arms, cradled tenderly to his chest, tears started to well up in Toby’s eyes. His smile grew proudly as he looked into the eyes of his new baby sister “Hello Flitter Sweet, I’m Toby, and I’m your big brother.” He sniffled as he looked down at her proudly “I promise to always be here for you and protect you Flitter Sweet.” He kissed her on her forehead as he started to rock her.

I am so proud of him, he has grown so much, maybe not in age, but in heart ever since he came here. I’m so honored to be his adoptive mother. Fluttershy smiled proudly at her two children before her.

A knock was heard at the door “Excuse me, every pony, I apologize for intruding, but I couldn’t help overhear.” A blue coated stallion trotted in with a camera hanging from his neck. He had a brown mane and tail, and as his cutie mark, he had a camera. He gave every pony a warm smile “My name is Shutter Flash, and I was just visiting a relative in the hospital. I am a photographer and if it’s okay with you all, i would like to take a photo.”

“Um.. that sounds nice Mr. Flash.” Fluttershy returned the smile as she looked all around at her friends and family ‘Um… would that be okay with all of you?”

“YES!” They all said in unison as they gathered around the bed close to Fluttershy as Toby cradled Flitter Sweet.

Shutter Flash was setting up a tripod to place his camera on. Once he got it at the right exact angle, he looked at the group with a warm smile “Alright every pony, on the count of three, say cheese! One… Two… Three!” He pressed the flash button.

“CHEESE… SANDWICH!” They all said in unison as Pinkie added the sandwich part. A flash filled the room as the picture was taken.

Satisfied with the picture, Shutter Flash put his tripod and camera back in his saddle bags. He then looked at every pony “Alright, I will make copies of this photo and give all of you one.” He nodded “Thank you all for your time.” He turned to trot out of the door.

“Um… wait Mr. Flash, how much will each copy cost?” Fluttershy looked at the stallion curiously.

Shutter Flash turned around “Oh, it’s on the house. I could never charge such a lovely group of friends for a beautiful family photo like this.” He gave a wink “Let me go make copies of this and I shall return.” He then trotted out of the door.

As soon as he left, Princess Luna trotted in, but tried to keep her worries about the previous night at bay. She smiled warmly “Greetings every pony.” She noticed Toby holding the foal and trotted over to them “Well, this must be the new little addition to the family.” She leaned her head close to Flitter Sweet “Hello there little one and welcome to your new home!” She smiled warmly before looking at Celestia “Sister Tia, if it’s okay, I would like to speak with you for a moment.” She kept the warm smile.

“Alright dear sister.” She turned toward every pony “Well my little ponies and nephew, it was a pleasure to meet the precious filly. We shall see you all again, probably at the party that you are planning, right my dear Pinkie?” She winked at the party mare who simply nodded with a beaming smile. Celestia trotted to exit the room but waved a hoof at her friends “Goodbye my little ponies and nephew.” She smiled at them and exited.

Soon the two royal sisters trotted out of the hospital “Sister, is there something bothering you? I could sense there was something the matter when I looked at you.” Celestia placed a hoof comfortably on her shoulder.

With a heavy sigh, Luna lowered her head “There is something wrong Tia. I don’t know what it is, but I can sense something bad is happening.” She frowns as she lifts her head to look up into her older sister’s eyes “Last night while I was watching over the land, I witnessed the clouds shifting an unusual motion.” She turned to look up at the clear, blue sky.

“What do you think it could be dear sister?” Celestia looked at Luna curiously.

“I don’t know Tia, but I saw the cloud descending down towards the Everfree Forest. I believe we need to go there to find out what happened.” She turned back to look at Celestia firmly.

The sun princess nodded in agreement “I agree Lulu. We shall go back to Canterlot and gather some guard ponies and then head out toward the Everfree.” The two nodded to each other as they boarded the chariot that brought Luna to the hospital.

Tartarus

“For the sake of Equestria, where is the imbecile at Tirek?!” Chrysalis sighed heavily with annoyance as she paced back and forth.

“Just relax there bug lady, he said he’ll be back soon.” Tirek has his arms crossed as he let out a chuckle “Besides, it isn’t like you can go anywhere anyways. I mean doesn’t the princesses have you under watch by that freak, Discord?” He chuckled again.

‘Egh… don’t remind me!” She rolled her eyes, but then looked at Tirek with anger before placing a hoof up to his neck. She leaned her head close “And next time you call me buglady, I will make sure to take a little off the top, if you know what I mean.” She smirked and pointed her horn at Tirek’s own horns as she removed her hoof from his throat.

He coughed some “Alright, jeez, can’t you take a joke?” He rubbed at his neck as he looked around “He should be coming any minute now.” He continued to tap his huge hoof against the stone ground.

“Relax you two infantiles, I have returned!” The dark king steadily trotted in from the shadows with a devilish grin on his muzzle “And I see that my fellow royal has awoken. Did you sleep well Chrysalis?” He snickered as he stood before the two.

“I was sleeping just perfectly until goat boy here had the nerve to disrupt my slumber!” She sneered at Tirek who snorted at her.

“Alright, now that is crossing the line Bug Queen!” He took a step toward her, but Chrysalis didn’t back down as she got up to his face.

“Want to go beardy, I’m not afraid of you!” She snorted as she smirked at the frustrated tauren.

“SILENCE!” Sombra stomped his hoof against the ground “Will you two please for one second shut your mouths and pay attention?!” He sneered “I have returned with two new allies that will help us end the reign of Princess Celestia and Princess Luna.” He cleared his throat as he stepped aside “May I introduce The Evil Queen and Rumpelstiltskin.” That sinister smile of his returned as he watched the two new allies enter.

“Well, thank you such a proper introduction your highness.” The Evil Queen trotted in with a proud smirk on her muzzle. She looked at her new pony form “I must admit, I look devilishly stunning as a pony.”

She had a smooth fur coat that had a greyish-purple hue to it, a smooth jet black tail and mane. A streak of vibrant purple could be seen in both as on her flank was the cutie mark of a golden crown representing her as a queen. Her frame was adorned with a royal purple gown with black mixed into it with a laced edge. The gown was topped with white sequins that sparkled beautifully.

“Well, your majesty, if I may be honest, you have always been extravagant, but now I think I might be having second thoughts on who I chose as my wife.” Rumpelstiltskin chuckled as he trotted out with a sly smirk on his muzzle.

He had a light brown coat.a short light grey mane in a buzz cut and a short light grey tail. For his cutie mark, he had a wand to represent that he knows great magic, and also he was a unicorn. Also, his form was covered with a fine, tailored suit.

“Mmm… Well, aren’t you a fine, dashing specimen!” Chrysalis trotted over to Rumpelstiltskin, placing a hoof his shoulder, and traced it along the unicorn stallion’s spine “I never witnessed one as handsome as you Sir.” A lustful grin creeped across her muzzle.

Rumpel simply brushed the hoof off “That is mighty respectful of you to say Queeny, but unfortunately for you, I’m a happily married man.” He chuckled as he looked over at Tirek “And who might you might be?”

“I am the supreme ruler of Tartarus, Lord Tirek!’ The tauren laughed maniacally holding his arms up in pride as lightning flashed. He looked at the others to see unamused expressions “What? I was trying to be serious.” Suddenly a golf clap could be heard and out of the blue Discord appeared.

“Bravo, bravo my dear boy!” The draconequus chuckled “You know Tirek, you have always been the one to be what is the word… oh yeah, a show stealer.” He shook his head slowly “You have to remember Horney that I was the one who invented flash and show.”

“Freakazoid! I was wondering when you would show up. It took you long enough.” Tirek grunted at the Master of Chaos “And the name is Tirek, not Horney, you pathetic hybrid.” A cocky smirk formed on his muzzle.

“Pfft… is that he best comeback you can come up with?!” Discord fell to the ground on his in a fit of laughter “Wow! You have really lost your touch Old Man!” He continued to laugh hysterically until Tirek stomped a massive hoof close to him.

“Shut up you… you… Grr!” Tirek snorted with steam coming out of his nostrils and turned his back toward Discord with his arms folded across his chest in frustration.

The draconequus’ small giggle fit came a halt as he looked up to see The Evil Queen before him. He sat up immediately, dusting himself off. He cleared his throat “Well, and who might you be my lovely?” He reached out to gently take one of her hooves in his paw and leaned down to give it a tender kiss.

The queen simply shrugged the paw away “You may call me your majesty and I don’t affiliate myself with commoners. So if you would be so kind to… GET AWAY FROM ME!” Pure anger formed on her face as she sneered at him.

Discord backed away a bit “Ooh wee… Touchy!” Discord chuckled as he suddenly hovered in the air and started to float around “So Sombre, why have you gathered us all here for, including the new ones?” He let out a sigh.

“The name is Sombra, not Sombre you idiot!” King Sombra rubbed at his head Gah.. I am surrounded by pure imbeciles, but I need them all to work with me to accomplish my master plan. He sighed heavily “As for why I gathered us all here, is simple, we all have one common thing we desire the most.” A sinister chuckle escaped his lips.

“And what would that be my ever so dark, gruesome friend?” Discord smirked as he snapped his talons, making a pink cloud appear as chocolate milk started to rain down on the group “Something sweet?” He chuckled and snapped his talons again, making the cloud disappear.

“If I wasn’t so focused on my revenge against the princesses, I would turn you into a roasted manticore to feast on.” He started to trot back and forth “Power! That is what we all desire to possess, but those royal pains in the flank to keep it from us!” He closed his eyes tightly as his muzzle formed into a scowl “Alas, I have devised a plan that can finally dethrone them and bring us to ruling Equestria!” He start to chuckle wickedly.

Tirek smirked proudly “And I was the first one to learn about it before you two.” He pointed at Chrysalis and Discord sticking his tongue at them.

“Yippee! Do you want a cookie Goat Boy?” Chrysalis sighed heavily and eyed Sombra “So my fellow majesty, what is this oh so well thought of plan you have in mind?”

“That is quite simple Chrysalis, I believe the simplest way to bring down the reign of Princess Celestia and her sister is to unite as one!” His smirk grew wider “Unite to battle the princesses, Elements of Harmony, and any pony who decides to cross our paths!” His maniacal laughter grew louder.

“That sounds delectably destructive of a plan, but where do I and Rumpel come into play?” The Evil Queen crossed her forelegs as she sat down on her haunches.

Tirek cleared his throat “Excuse me, Queeny, but what can you and Browny over there possibly do to make any pony tremble in fear?” He chuckled with a sly smirk.

The queen simply chuckled and raised a hoof as a fireball suddenly appeared in it. She then threw at Tirek, just brazing his shoulder, causing the tauren to gasp in shock “Oh, that was just a sample of what I can do.” She cackled.

“I am sure you don’t want me to show what I can do, but just for fun, I’ll show you.” Rumpelstiltskin held up his hoof causing Tirek to feel his throat tighten. Rumpel curved his hoof a bit to tighten his grip “And I am known as the Dark One, and this is just a taste of the power I am able to extract.”

“O-Okay...I… get...it!” He felt himself being choked effortlessly, until Rumpel let go of his grip “Cough...cough…gah… you two are indeed a force to be reckoned with.” Tirek started to rub at his neck.

A smile of impressiveness crept across Sombra’s muzzle as he watched the displays of power. He cleared his throat “Now, the child that those heroes have adopted into their loving family has the one element that I desire to acquire. The element that will make me invincible, and that is pure love.” He let out a low chuckle as he turned toward The Evil Queen and Rumpelstiltskin “That is why I brought you both here. I understand that you both have the ability to rip the heart of another, is that correct?”

“Of course we can, but we can do much, much more.” An evil grin crept across The Evil Queen’s muzzle “But to rip the heart of an innocent child? That is so barbaric!” She placed her hooves against her chest mockingly “I like it!” Her grin grew into a mischievous smile.

“Sounds kind of, subpar, but if that will grant me true power as well, I accept.” Rumpelstiltskin chuckled as he raised a hoof to check his suit. He felt the dagger of the Dark One still intact Good, it’s still there. I wouldn’t want this to fall into the wrong hands, and in this new land, maybe I can find that fresh and new beginning.

Sombra smiled evilly “And I promise to each of you that each part of Equestria will belong to you. Only I desire to rule the kingdom that was taken from me, The Crystal Empire.” His eyes glew crimson red as he turned to look out the entrance of Tartarus Princess Celestia, prepare for the last day on Equestria that you will ever live in harmony and friendship. I vow to destroy all that you hold dear, until it is I, King Sombra who is hailed as the true king of Equestria.

Everfree Forest

Emma Swan was sleeping peacefully as her chest rose and fall with the calm breaths she took. The calm slumber was disrupted by a nudge on her shoulder “Emma, sweetheart, wake up, but please try to not to panic when you do.” The voice of her mother, Mary Margaret echoed in her ears as she slowly blinked her eyes open.

“Mom, what’s wr...AAH!” Emma screamed as she looked to see a pony standing before her instead of her mother. She backed away immediately, up against the tree “What the hell?! Mom, is that you? You are a… a..”

“A pony Emma, I know.” Mary Margaret also known as Snow White sighed heavily “When I woke up, I found myself like this.” She looked at her new ponified form as she had a smooth, snow white fur coat, a mane and tail that was in a smooth, black curly fashion. For her cutie mark, she had a bow & arrow as she was skilled in using the weapon for self-defense. She was also an alicorn due to the reason she was a princess where she came from.

Emma tried to recollect herself “Mom, where is everyone else at?” She looked around for the remainder of her family, but then looked down to see a sleeping brown-coated stallion. He had a short, shaved brown mane and tail, and for his cutie mark he had a sword, as he was indeed a fine swordsman. Also he was in the form of an earth pony “Oh, I see.” Emma frowned at the state of her father.

Snow nodded “Whatever happened to us, it appears it didn’t affect the sleeping curse that The Evil Queen placed on us.” She sighed heavily as she stroked at her husband’s mane “Emma, I believe this might be a new curse that The Evil Queen has casted, but where in the world are we?” She looked around at the deep forest.

“I don’t know mom, but we got to get everyone together.” Emma had a peach colored coat with a blonde curly mane with tail. For her cutie mark she had a halo, representing that she was the savior she was destined to be. She was also in the form of an unicorn as she had the power of light magic “Mom, this is some crazy dream! We are freaking ponies!” She grabbed at the sides of her head with her hooves.

Snow trotted over to her daughter, wrapping a foreleg around her shoulders “Shh… just relax Emma, we will find out what is going on, we always do.” She pulled Emma close to her in a hug, and kissed the top of her head.

“Grandma is right Mom, you are the savior after all!” Suddenly a young brown coated colt came trotting out from behind the trees, followed by a black coated unicorn mare by his side.

Emma snapped her head in the direction of the voice “Henry, Regina, you guys are okay!” She smiled as Henry came galloping up to her giving her a hug around her neck.

“Yeah mom, mom and I are okay.” He beamed with joy “This is so neat! I’m a pony!” He chuckled as he galloped in place.

Regina chuckled at her son’s enjoyment, but gently placed a hoof on his shoulder “Relax dear, this might sound neat, but also it is very strange to be in this predicament.” Regina looked around at the dense, dim lit forest “I am unfamiliar with this realm, but I can sense there is some strong magic here.” She closed her eyes and sighed softly.

“Well, I’m glad we are all… Wait, where’s Killian?” Emma started to panic as she didn’t see her lover anywhere.

“Ugh… I’m up here milady.” The group looked around until they looked up to see him tangled up in a bunch of leaves on top of the tree “Blasted tree!”

“Calm down Killian, I’ll get you down.” Emma closed her eyes and with hard concentration, her horn lit up in a calm white aura. She then enveloped Killian also known as Hook in the magic, carefully bringing him back down to the ground. She opened her eyes to see him and trotted up to him “Are you okay Killian?”

“Never better Swan, but why the hell are we a bunch of damn ponies?!” He had a smooth grey coat, short wavy black mane and tail, and a goatee upon his muzzle. For his cutie mark, he had a hook for he was the captain of a crew of pirates. On his right hoof, was his silver hook which he had a hard time balancing but was able to manage.

“I don’t know, but we believe it is the handy work of The Evil Queen.” Emma sighed heavily “The first thing we need to do is…”

“Halt! You are hereby under arrest by the orders of the rulers of Equestria, Princess Celestia and Princess Luna!” The group jumped at the loud voice, but slowly turned around to face a line of guard ponies. Behind them was the royal sisters.

Emma swallowed nervously “Guys, I don’t think we are in Storybrooke anymore.”

Author's Note

Hello everyone, Chapter One is finally done! :twilightsmile: Also, the foal of Fluttershy and Big Mac, Flitter Sweet is the OC of a great friend of mine and a tremendous artist YoshiStar01 Take a look at her DA, she is a great artist, and a very kind and sweet person.

YoshiStar01

Also, she assisted me with the description for the pony form of The Evil Queen. I hope you all enjoy this chapter. Also, Happy Thanksgiving!

Oh, here is the link to YoshiStar01's picture and profile of her OC: Flitter Sweet
Flitter Sweet

Chapter Two

Fluttershy’s Cottage

After a day in the hospital to make sure Flitter Sweet was healthy enough to leave, Fluttershy, Big Mac, and Toby returned home. Toby carefully carried his newborn baby sister in his arms as she was wrapped up in a new warm, fluffy pink blanket. As he looked down at her, his heart filled with joy Mommy, I wish you were to see my new baby sister. I hope I will be a good big brother to her as I promised. A smile of warmth crept across his face as he entered the cottage.

The four were greeted by all of Fluttershy’s animal friends as they all chirped, chittered, and squeaked to welcome home their caretakers. Fluttershy smiled brightly at them “Hello everyone! Did you all take care of the house and also yourselves?” They all responded with a simple nod of their heads.

Angel Bunny hopped up to Fluttershy chittering happily “And how have you been my sweet little Angel Bunny?” She leaned her head down and nuzzled at his cheek. She turned toward Toby with Flitter Sweet in his arms “Um… everyone… Um… I would like for you all to meet the newest addition to our family.” She motioned toward the foal “Um… everyone, this is Flitter Sweet.” She smiled warmly at her daughter as she stroked at the filly’s cheek and then kissed Toby on top of his head My two children, I am so proud of them. The animals looked at the newborn foal with smiles on their beaks and muzzles.

Fluttershy looked down at her new daughter “How would you like to see your bedroom my dear Flitter Sweet?” She let out a small giggle as she trotted toward the stairs. Toby carried Flitter Sweet and Big Mac followed behind them.

The stallion smiled as he watched his family Ah am the luckiest stallion in all of Equestria. Not only do Ah have a beautiful mare as my mate, but a son and daughter that Ah am so proud to be the father of. He trotted behind them as they headed toward Flitter Sweet’s bedroom.

As they reached the top of the stairs, Fluttershy opened the door to the filly’s bedroom. The walls were all painted a light, pastel yellow covered with a light, pastel pink floral pattern. In the center of the room was a pearl white crib filled with warm, soft pink bed sheets, a fluffy pink blanket, and white, puffy pillows. Above the crib hung a mobile of butterflies and birds twirling around.

Toby looked down at Flitter Sweet “What do you think of your new room baby sister?” He smiled softly as he carefully walked around the room to show her every inch of it. He then walked over to Fluttershy “Here you go Momma, maybe it would be best if you would tuck her in.” He carefully reached over to give Flitter Sweet to her.

Fluttershy sat on her haunches and took the filly into her forelegs. She rocked Flitter Sweet a little bit as she looked at Toby “Thank you my precious son.” She leaned her head close to kiss him on the forehead before placing the foal into her crib. She carefully pulled the blanket over her, tucking in the sides, and leaning her head down to kiss her forehead “Sleep tight my dear Flitter Sweet. Mommy will feed you when you wake up.” She smiled warmly down at her as she was tucked in comfortably.

The three smiled warmly at the sleeping filly before the trotted out of her bedroom, shutting the door behind them. As they returned to the living room, a knock was heard at the door “Um.. I wonder who that could be.” The pegasus trotted over to the door to open it.

“Heya guys!” Sunset Shimmer stood at the door with a bright smile wearing saddlebags filled to the top of stuff “Whew! I’m telling you, it is great to be back home!” She chuckled as she trotted in.

“Big sister Sunset!” Toby ran up to the unicorn mare and hugged at her barrel “I’ve missed you! Did you have a good trip in Manehatten?” He chuckled as he smiled up at her.

She returned the hug as she removed her saddlebags with her magic “You betcha kid!” She chuckled and ruffled his hair “How has everyone been here? How is the new baby?”

Fluttershy trotted up next to hug at Sunset “Welcome home Sunset, and we are doing wonderful. Um.. she is sleeping right now, but her name is Flitter Sweet.” She smiled warmly at the unicorn.

“Aww… Flitter Sweet sounds like a great name! I can’t wait to see her when she wakes up.” She chuckled as she looked at Toby “And how are you doing Toby? How does it feel to be a big brother?” She ruffled his hair a bit.

“I am doing good Sunset, and it is great to be a big brother!” He laughed as his hair was ruffled “I just hope I can be the best big brother she will ever have.” He smiled softly.

“Oh, there is no doubt you will be buddy!” Sunset gave him a wink as she stretched her forelegs a bit “For now though, if it’s okay with you all, I’m going to go take a nap. Being on the Friendship Express for a whole two days can be exhausting!” She let out a yawn as she ruffled Toby’s hair one last time “We’ll catch up buddy once I wake up.” She gave a wink and trotted upstairs toward the guest room she stayed in.

Toby smiled as she saw the unicorn trot upstairs Oh, I can’t wait for Flitter Sweet to grow up. Until then I will keep my promise and keep her safe, and protected from those who will try to harm her.

Golden Oaks Library

Twilight was inside re-organizing the bookshelves as Spike was in the kitchen cleaning up some dishes. A sudden loud belch could be heard from the kitchen as Twilight put the last book up. Spike came running in, dressed in his pink heart patterned “Twilight, it’s a letter from Princess Celestia!” He held the scroll in his claw.

Twilight’s lips curved in curiosity “Hmm… I wonder what Princess Celestia would want?” She levitated the scroll over and unrolled it. She cleared her throat as she began to read it.

Dear Twilight,

First off I wanted to write you to let you know how proud I was to welcome Fluttershy and Big Mac’s new foal, Flitter Sweet into Equestria. I know that Rainbow Dash is going to be ecstatic to start teaching her how to fly when she gets older. Also, I have a few bedtime stories our mother and father read to us when we were only fillies that I would be more than happy to give to Fluttershy.

Now, the main reason I wanted to write this letter to you is that my sister witnessed a strange even occur the other night in the sky. Yesterday morning when she came to speak with me, that is what she wanted to tell me, but we didn’t want to let you all worry, because we didn’t want to ruin the special moment. Well we went to investigate the situation, which took place in the Everfree Forest, and what we found was truly unusual.

We discovered a small group of six ponies that we haven’t ever seen in Equestria before. For now they are held in the dungeons below Canterlot Castle. As a request, I would like for you and your friends to come to the castle as soon as possible. We need to figure out where these new, strange ponies hail from and why they are here.

Your mentor & fellow princess,

Princess Celestia

Twilight rolled the scroll back up as a determined look washed over her face. She looked toward the baby dragon “Spike, go get Applejack, Rarity, and Pinkie Pie, and we’ll meet at the train station. I’m going to go get Rainbow Dash, Big Mac, and Fluttershy.” She placed a hoof on his shoulder.

“You got it Twi!” Spike held a thumb up as the two exited the library to go retrieve the other Elements of Harmony.

Canterlot Castle Dungeons

Emma examined the predicament herself, Snow, Regina, Henry, and Charming was in as she looked at the bars to their cell. She sat on her haunches “Mom, you might want to wake dad up so we can explain to him our situation.” She looked over at her mother who laid beside her husband as he was under the new sleeping curse placed on them by The Evil Queen.

“You are right Emma.” Snow gave a slight smile as she sighed deeply. She then looked at a small cradle that sat next to her “Hello my sweet Neal, Mommy’s going to go to sleep so you can see your Daddy.” She smiled at the small colt before planting a kiss on his forehead. She looked back at her husband “Well my love, time for you to wake up.” She placed her lips against Charming’s and within seconds she fell under the sleeping curse as Charming woke up.

“Well, that was a… AAH!” Charming opened his eyes to see his wife sleeping, but in her new pony form. He then looked around to see the others as ponies, and then looked down to see his own pony form “What the hell?! Why are we a bunch of damn horses?!” He looked at his family with a quirked eyebrow.

“Well Dad, the truth is we really don’t know what happened. All we know is we all woke up like this, and then we were captured by these guards, and sent here.” Emma motioned around the dungeon with her fore hoof.

Charming looked around their confines “I can see that whatever happened to us that it didn’t have any effect on the sleeping curse.” He looked over at his now sleeping wife as he trotted over to the cradle to see his son. He smiled warmly down at him “Well, you are a handsome, young steed Neal. Don’t worry, we are going to figure out this whole situation.” He kissed Neal’s forehead.

“Beat ya again Killian!” Henry chuckled as the teen colt and pirate pony was playing a game of tic tac toe to kill the boredom. He crossed his forelegs “Even as a pony, I can still kick your butt!” He chuckled even more as he patted Hook on the shoulder.

Killain simply chuckled “Gloat all you can Henry, but even as a blasted pony, I can still captain a ship with the best of them.” A sly smirk crept across his muzzle.

Emma giggled at the sight of her son and her mate having a friendly competition. She trotted over to the two, wrapping a foreleg around Hook’s shoulders “Now, now Captain Smooth, try to save some of that cockiness for when we find our way back home from wherever this place is.” She leaned in close to plant a kiss on his lips.

Henry chuckled at the sight, but looked over to see Regina pacing back and forth. He sighed softly “Mom, are you okay?” He trotted over to her.

Regina looked at her son with a soft smile “I’m okay honey, just trying to figure out how to use this... this…” She glared up at her horn “This horn of mine so I can maybe try to get out of this damn prison.” She sneered as she clinched her eyes tight to concentrate.

Henry placed a comforting hoof on her shoulder “Don’t worry Mom, I believe that you will find a way. You always do.” He rubbed at her shoulder until he saw her horn light up with a purple glow “Whoa, Mom look! I think it’s working!” He looked awestruck as Regina was creating a magical aura.

Regina peeked an eye open to see her horn lit up “Yes, it’s working Henry!” She smiled proudly, but in a flash, a beam of magic shot from her horn and ricocheted inside the cell “Aah! Everyone, watch out!” She immediately shielded Henry with her own body.

Soon the beam flew out between the cell’s bars into the shadows. Emma let out a sigh of relief “Is everyone okay?” She looked around at the others who gave a nod of relief “Regina, what were you trying to do? You know we don’t know how to use our magic in this place, especially with these horns.”

Regina sighed “I understand that Emma, but I thought maybe with a little concentration I could at least try to break through this cell.” She looked around their confines “This place has strong magic indeed, but how did we end up in this realm anyway?” She rubbed at her forehead.

Soon the echo of hoof steps could be heard approaching “Oh, there comes a guard now I think.” Emma looked outside to see a guard pony approaching.

Suddenly Charming trotted up to the bars and pounded at them “Let us out! I demand you let us out and take us...Gah!” Charming immediately felt a grip around his neck that started to squeeze.

“Hey, hey, leave him alone!” Emma rushed to the bars “Let him go...Gah!” The same magical grip grabbed at her neck as she tried to protect her father.

Another guard trotted from out of the shadows “Silence you miscreant!” He sneered at the two as he looked at the other guard. With a nod, both of them released their magical grips, causing Emma and Charming to collapse and cough. The head guard walked up to the cell and glared at the four “Now, you are all hereby ordered to report to the castle’s throne room to meet with the princesses.”

“We shall let you out so you can follow us, but if you try to resist, then we shall be forced to use forceful action.” The guard firmly warned “Now follow us.” He opened the cell for the group to exit.

Hook sneered at the guards as he trotted up to Emma to help her up “Are you okay Swan?” He looked worriedly at her as he placed a hoof on the back of her neck and rubbed at it.

“Yeah, I’m okay Killian.” She looked over at Charming “How about you Dad?”

“Yeah, I’m good, but what was that? That was some powerful magic, and I’ve felt some powerful magic before.” He rubbed at his neck as he then trotted over to his sleeping wife and lifted her up carefully on his back “If we have to go see these princesses, I’m sure as hell not going to leave my wife alone.”

Emma nodded in agreement “I understand Dad. You take Mom and I’ll take Neal.” She trotted over to the cradle and picked up the small colt wrapped up in his blanket by her teeth.

Regina trotted up to Henry and hooked a foreleg around one of his “Stay close to me sweetheart, there’s no telling how these royals might be towards us.” She gave a firm nod to her son.

He gave a soft smile “Yes Mom, I will.” They exited the cell last.

Emma sighed softly as she carried her little brother I hope these princesses can shine a light on where we are. Also, I wish I knew how we got here, but I have a very bad feeling of who could be behind all this.

The Badlands

Queen Chrysalis returned to her home after having the meeting with the other villains, but was appalled at the sight she saw. All of her changeling drones were laid out on the ground, weakened, starving for food. A frown crept across her muzzle My poor, poor children.

She trotted up onto the large stone in front of the cave entrance. She stood tall as she looked over the deserted land “Rise, my children, Rise!” She watched as her drones weakly got to their hooves to look at their queen.

“My children, it has been far too long since we were in control of everything, even if it was for a short while. However, I vow to you all that we will reign supreme once again! This time we won’t be alone in our fight against Princess Celestia and her precious Elements of Harmony. No, I have formed an alliance with the Dark King himself, King Sombra!” A maniacal laughter escaped her lips.

The drones looked at their queen with evil grins on their muzzles “Yes my children, with King Sombra as our ally, we shall take over Canterlot! I shall take the throne from that goody two hooves and take my rightful place as Queen of Equestria!” She held her forelegs up high in the air as her drones cheered for her.

She let out a lowly chuckle Princess Celestia, this time I shall destroy all that you, your precious sister, your dear elements, and that pink nitwit of a niece of yours have worked so hard to protect. Equestria will soon be mine!

Everfree Forest

Zecora was trotting through the deep, dark woods searching for some rare ingredients that one can find in the Everfree to make some of her potions, remedies, and also mix in with some food. She hummed a calm tune to herself It is such a beautiful day if I must say A smile crept across her muzzle as she carried a few berries, roots, and flowers in her saddlebags.

As she continued to trot along the path, she stopped in her tracks Oh my! Before her laid a green coated unicorn mare with a curly auburn mane and tail. For her cutie mark, she had a witch’s hat. Zecora looked confused at the sight, but gasped as she saw a small filly wrapped up in a light pink fluffy blanket. She was snuggled close to the bigger pony.

I better go get the cart. She turned around and galloped back to her home.

Tartarus

King Sombra sent Rumplestiltskin, The Evil Queen, and Tirek to their respective destinations, but wanted to have a word with Discord. He looked at the draconequus with firmness “Discord, as I have the others on their own missions, I need for you to do the most important task. The one task that will make sure we get a grasp on the child.” A sinister smirk crept across the dark king’s muzzle.

Discord stood before Sombra, tapping a talon against his lips “Now this sounds intriguing indeed my dark emperor. And what pray tell would you like for me to do for your majesty?” He gave a mock bow to Sombra.

“Simple my chaotic lad. You see Discord, this whole plan of mine doesn’t involve me just taking the child just like that, but instead, he will come to me.” His smirk grew wider.

Discord gasped as he chuckled “Oh, now this sounds delightfully interesting. How in the wide world of Equestria do you plan on for Toby to just come to you willingly?” He threw his arms out to the side.

Sombra simply chuckled “I swear Discord, you and the others can be so simple-minded at times. The way to persuade somepony to give you what you want is to offer something even better.” His smirk grew even more into a sadistic grin.

Discord hung his head low “For Celestia’s sake Somby, spit it out already!” He let out a heavy sigh.

Sombra shook his head “Well, Master of Chaos, for me to have the young boy to come to me, I am going to offer to them miserable ponies something even better.” He let out a lowly chuckle “The Element of Kindness’ newborn filly!” His chuckle suddenly turned into a sinister laugh “And you my dear Discord will be responsible in foalnapping the little one.” He grinned mischievously at the draconequus.

Discord blinked in surprise “Well, how do you suggest I do that while Fluttershy, Big Mac, and Toby are at home with the filly? I can’t just walk right in there and say “Hand me your baby or else”.” He shook his head confused.

Sombra levitated a small vial from inside his cloak “With this of course. You see, this potion right here will put them to sleep with enough time for you to steal the newborn.” He levitated the vial over to the draconequus “Simply put in their tea or what not. When they fall asleep, then proceed with your mission.”

Discord sighed heavily as he grabbed the vial “Yes your majesty.” He gave a bow before he snapped his talons and vanished. Soon he reappeared in front of Fluttershy’s cottage.

What have I done by agreeing to work for that treacherous being? Oh, that’s right, once again I can rule as the true Master Chaos as I am. A prideful smile crept across his muzzle, but immediately it turned into a frown a she hung head low I am truly sorry Fluttershy.

Author's Note

Well, it looks like Emma, Henry, Regina, Hook, Snow, and Charming are about to find out about Equestria. :raritystarry: Also, who could be the mysterious pony that Zecora found? :pinkiegasp:

Chapter Three

Fluttershy’s Cottage

Discord took a long, hard look at the vial which had the sleeping potion in. He closed his as a frown crept across his muzzle I am truly sorry Fluttershy my dear, but for me to once again believe in myself that I am truly the Master of Chaos, I have to do this. He let out a long, deep sigh before opening his eyes up again. He slowly made his way toward the cottage and slowly opened the door.

As he entered the cottage, he didn’t see anyone in the living room “Hello, is anyone here?” He looked up to see Toby coming downstairs “Well hello there my dear nephew, what were you up to? I hope I didn’t come at a bad time.” He gave a warm smile.

“Oh no Uncle Discord, you didn’t. I was just upstairs making sure Flitter Sweet was sleeping okay before I came down to get something to drink.” Toby walked up to the draconequus and gave him a hug “What are you doing here Uncle Discord?” He looked up at Discord curiously.

“Well, can a former Master of Chaos come and see his favorite little nephew?” He chuckled as he patted the boy on the head. A sly smile crept across his muzzle as he looked down at Toby “How about you go take a seat on the sofa and I’ll go fix you a drink?” He ruffled his nephew’s hair.

“Okay Uncle Discord. Could you make me a glass of milk?” He laughed at the ruffle of his hair as he released the hug.

“Of course my lad, I shall be right back.” He chuckled as he watched the boy walk over to the sofa. He turned to walk into the kitchen to fix Toby’s drink. He used his magic to retrieve the glass and bottle of milk from the refrigerator.

He walked over to the counter to pour the milk into the glass I truly hate to do this, but a Master of Chaos has to do what a Master of Chaos has to do. He took the vial of potion and poured it into the milk. He used a claw to stir it as he took in a deep breath I hope this works.

He walked back into the living room to see Toby sitting on the sofa reading a book “Here you go Toby, a glass of fresh, cold milk.” He handed the glass to the boy “Enjoy it my boy! If you don’t mind, I’m just going to relax here for a bit.” He snapped his paw to make a lounge sofa appear and laid down on it.

Toby chuckled as he took the glass and swallowed some milk ‘Mmm… this is good Uncle Discord, Thank you.” He smiled over at the draconequus.

Discord chuckled “Of course my lad, you know I care about you as much as your mother and aunts.” He smiled slyly at the child.

Within minutes, Toby felt his eyes becoming heavy as he let out a heavy yawn. He blinked them tiredly as he looked over at Discord “Uncle Discord, I’m getting sleepy. Will you make sure Flitter Sweet is safe?” He blinked his eyes tiredly as he laid down to rest.
As he made sure the child was in a deep sleep, Discord snapped his talons to make himself vanish. He then appeared in Flitter Sweet’s room as the foal was sleeping peacefully in her crib. He walked up to the crib’s bars and looked down at the sleeping filly Such a precious little one you. It does pain me to do this, but it’ll be all over soon. He reached down to scoop her up in his arms and with a snap of his talons, they vanished.

I hope

Rambling Rock Ridge

Why in the hell would I be sent here? To gather rocks for that mediocre, second rate villain so he can build him a fireplace or something? The Evil Queen scoffed as she trotted around the rock quarry. She looked around the vast yet empty area Where are these inbred, disgusting mutts that Sombra was talking about anyways?

Suddenly out of nowhere three canines leaped out “Halt! Stop right there pony!” Rover, the medium sized dog sneered “Halt or you shall regret entering our territory!” He growled as he flexed his claws.

“Yeah, dumb pony!” The large canine, Fido chuckled as he pounded the ground with his ham sized paws.

“You don’t want…. EEYAH!” Without warning a fireball zoomed by the three dogs and struck a tree, causing it to collapse.

The Evil Queen simply blew out the flame on her hoof “You were saying?” She smirked as she stomped her hoof against the gravel “Now you mongrels, I am here on behalf of your soon to be new ruler, King Sombra!” She glared at the three dogs with malice.

“K-King Sombra?!” Rover started to shake “The Dark Prince of the Frozen North?” A shallow gulp could be heard.

The other two Diamond Dogs started to shake in turn and their legs started to tremble as well “Boss, that ain’t good.” Fido turned toward Rover “You know if Chrysalis was bad, King Sombra could be much, much worse.” He swallowed nervously “Maybe it would be best if we do as this scrawny, yet pretty pony says.” He glanced over at The Evil Queen with a playful smirk.

Spot, the shortest of the three jumped up and smacked Fido in the back of the head “Shut it you oaf!” He looked up at Rover “Boss, what do we do? I mean what could King Sombra possible want with us?” He scratched the back of his head.

“SHUT UP!” Rover snarled at his two goons before turning toward the queen “Yes pony, what would he would like with us, the Diamond Dogs? What could the ever so “Dark King” want from gem hoarders such as us, huh pony?”

“First off mutt, you shall address me as Your Majesty, because soon enough I will be ruling this land!” She sneered at Rover “Secondly, I could care less what that two bit pony wants with such disgusting mongrels such as yourselves. I was sent here to recruit you for a much more important task.” An evil smirk crept across her muzzle.

“And what that may be, your majesty?” Spot questioned with a look of curiosity etched across his face.

“That I will leave for Sombra to discuss with you three. For now, you will do as I say or shal I have roast canine for dinner?” She raised her hoof up, making a fireball appear as her sinister grin grew.

All three Diamond Dogs started to tremble and held up their paw “No, no your majesty, we shall do what you say!” Rover yelped as Fido and Spot followed suit.

“Good boys!” She chuckled and with a flick of her hoof, the four vanished in a puff of purple smoke.

That pathetic excuse for a king thinks he is going to get all the glory. Oh, he has no idea who is dealing with.

Canterlot Castle

“Well, I can say this, for such royal beings, they sure do like to keep their guests waiting.” Regina sighed heavily as she looked around the royal sisters’ throne room.

“Mom, try to just be a little more patient.” Henry nudged at his adoptive mother “Haven’t you ever made your visitors wait before when you were queen?” He gave her a questioning look.

“Henry dear, I was always punctual and always were on time for my royal meetings.” She nodded firmly, but scrunched her eyes “Oh, well there was that one time I had a horse riding lesson and I…” She was nudged on the other side by Emma.

“Regina, I don’t think you want to be talking about riding horses, especially seeing that we are ponies now.” Emma grinned awkwardly “So, try to be patient like Henry said and the princesses should be arriving soon.” She patted Regina on her shoulder.

With a heavy sigh, Regina nodded “Fine, I’ll try to stay patient and calm.” She closed her eyes and took in a deep breath to try to calm herself down.

After a few moments, the royal sisters arrived and trotted over to their thrones to greet their visitors. Celestia cleared her throat “Hello guests and welcome to our home, the land of Equestria.” She looked over at her sister “My name is Princess Celestia and this is my sister, Princess Luna, and together we rule this land.

“Yes, thy sister, Celestia is in control of raising and lowering the sun, and we are in charge of raising and lowering the moon.’ Luna gave a warm smile “We would like to offer our apologies for thou’s temporary living quarters, but we take great alert when we receive news of strange new ponies who arrive here in our home.” Luna stepped back a bit.

Celestia nodded toward her sister as she looked back at the guests “As the rulers of this land, we first must require you all to state your name and why have you come to our precious land?” She raised an eyebrow at them.

“Well your majesty, my name is Emma Swan, and we all come from the planet Earth.” Emma bowed her head in respect to the royal sisters “Unfortunately for your second question, we are very uncertain of how we ended up here in your land.” She turned toward Regina who stepped forward

“Yes your highness, when we awoke from our slumber, we found ourselves in those woods. My name is Regina Mills” She gave a bow of her head as well “As for your apology Princess Luna, there is no need for one, because as a queen myself or former queen, I always were skeptical of those who entered my home that I was unaware of.” She chuckled softly.

Henry smiled at his adoptive mother before stepping forward with a bow of his head “Hello your majesties, my name is Henry Mills and I am the son of Emma Swan and Regina Mills.” He looked to see the two sisters with confused expressions, causing him to chuckle “Oh, it’s a long story, but I could tell you another time.”

Luna nodded as she looked at the three, but as she looked at Prince Charming with a sleeping Snow White on his back “Oh dear, what has happened to thy young beauty?” Luna trotted near Charming to examine the sleeping Princess.

Charming looked at Luna with a frown “Well, your majesty, my name is David, and this is my wife Mary Margaret. We were placed under a sleeping curse by The Evil Queen, but it is a curse in which one kisses the other, one will awaken from the curse, but the other will fall into a deep sleep.” He then looked over to the small cradle by Emma “And that bundle of joy is our son, Neal.” He smiled warmly over at his infant son.

Princess Luna carefully used her magic to examine Mary Margaret. After a few seconds, she gasped “Oh my, this magic seems very powerful, but a kind of magic we haven’t ever dealt with.” A look of concern etched across her muzzle as she looked at David “Sir David, would it be alright with you if we could take Madam Mary to our bedchambers? We would like to fully examine her and see if there is any cure for this curse.” She looked at Mary Margaret with a frown.

“Your majesty, if it could help us break this curse, then yes.” He looked toward his family “Will you guys be alright here while I go with Mary Margaret?”

“Of course Dad, you go on and I’ll look after Neal.” Emma patted her father on the shoulder as she began to gently rock the cradle that held Neal back and forth so he could sleep.

David turned toward Princess Celestia with a bow of his head “It is an honor to meet you, your majesty.” He then turned to Luna “Thank you, your majesty.” He turned around to trot alongside her.

“No worries at all Sir David, we shall hopefully find a cure for this curse so that you and your dear loved one can be united once again.” Luna led the way to her bedchambers.

“While my sister attends to your friends, I believe we should get down to the answer of how you all got here and how we will be able to send you back home safely.” Celestia placed a hoof against her chin in a thinking manner “As we wait on how to solve this situation, I have invited some of my most loyal and dear friends to come here today to meet you all.” A smile crept across her muzzle “As we wait for them to arrive, would you to take a tour of our castle and learn about the history of Equestria?”

“That sounds nice and all your highness, but we really have to be looking for a way to get back home, but most importantly how we got here. We don’t have time…” Regina was suddenly nudged by Henry. She looked at her son curiously “What is it sweetheart?”

“Mom, I think it would be cool to learn about this new world. Besides, maybe some time away from Storybrooke will do us all good.” He chuckled softly.

“The kid’s right Regina, as long as we are stuck here in this strange world, no offense.” Emma looked at Celestia who simply waved a hoof at her “We ought to make the best out of it and find out what it’s all about. And think about this Madame Mayor, we might even discover magic that we don’t have never encountered before.” A wily smile crept across her muzzle.

After a moment of deep thought, Regina sighed “Alright, we’ll go on a tour of this if I may admit, grand castle.” She looked toward Princess Celestia and gave a bowed “Lead they way your majesty.”

“Well now then, just follow me.” She gave a gleaming smile as she trotted to exit the throne room to start showing her guests around the castle.

Everfree Forest

Zecora was preparing a pot of hot, fresh mint tea for herself and her new guest who was asleep on a cot. As she looked over to the sleeping mare, she saw the foal carefully snuggled close to her chest, and a warm smile crept across her muzzle Such a fate has befallen this precious dear, but I believe from her I have nothing to fear.

Soon the mysterious mare started to stir in her sleep Aaugh… Bloody hell, I feel like I have been in a tornado. She slowly blinked her eyes open to notice her vision blurry to start with Gah… what did I sleep on, a rock? She looked down to her sleeping baby girl “Well Robin sweetheart, at least you were able to… AAH!” Zelena screamed as she saw that her baby was now a foal.

“What the bloody hell?!” She saw her child start to cry “No..shh...shh Robin,, Mommy’s sorry for yelling, but why are you a horse?” She then looked to see that her arms were now forearms Oh for Oz’ s sake, I am a bloody equine as well! She looked around at her surroundings Where in the bloody hell am I?

“Oh, my dear you are awake. A mighty fall I believe you did take.” Zecora trotted over to her guest with a warm smile “Here, drink some fresh brew, and then we can find out what has befallen you two.” She offered a mug of the tea.

Zelena glared curiously at the zebra “And who the hell may you be?” She sneered but reluctantly took the mug from Zecora.

Zecora gave a frown at Zelen’s reaction “Well my dear, my name is Zecora and I live in this dreary, yet beautiful forest here.” She sipped at her own tea “And if I may be so bold, may I ask your name if you don’t mind it being told?”

“The name is Zelena, I hail from the Land of Oz, and I am most widely known as the Wicked Witch.” She smirked as she chuckled softly “I have a couple questions of my own. First of, why do you speak in rhyme like some sort of poet?” She raised an eyebrow “And where in the bloody hell am I? It certainly doesn’t seem I’m in Oz anymore.” She sighed heavily as she drank more of her tea.

“Well, I speak the language of my native tongue, I’ve speaking like this ever since I was young.” She giggled “For your second question, I would like to welcome you to this precious land. This is my home of Equestria, a place that is majestic and grand.” She beamed with pride.

Zelena sipped at her tea as she looked at Zecora intently “Hmm.. Equestria, huh? Well, this place does sound interesting, but now my only concern is how in the bloody hell did I end up here, and how am I going to get my baby and I back home?”

Zecora finished her tea and placed her mug down on the shelf “My apologies Zelena my dear, but I am unable to answer that I fear.” A soft smirk crept across her muzzle “Yet, if the way you will let me show, there are two ponies, that a way back home for you they will know.” She carefully trotted over to where she sets her saddlebags.

Zelena looked on curiously “Oh, you do Zecora? Well, where do these two other ponies live at and how fast can we get there? The sooner I and Robin get back home, the better.” She looked down at her infant daughter “You hear that Robin sweetheart, we are going to find a way back home.” She leaned down to kiss her on the forehead.

Zecora put her saddlebags and grabbed an extra set of saddlebags before turning to Zelena “Alright Zelena, here are your bags to carry your foal. It would be best to carry her in here while we go on our adventurous stroll.” She blew out the fire she lit to heat up the tea before handing Zelena her saddlebags.

“Thank you Zecora.” She gave a soft smile as she carefully lowered Robin into a saddlebag pocket “Don’t be scared sweetheart, Mommy’s just going to carry you here. We don’t want you getting lost, do we?” She nuzzled Robin’s cheek and looked at Zecora “Alright, we’re ready to go see these ponies you speak of when you are.” She carefully placed the saddlebags on her back.

Zecora nodded “Just follow me my dear, but so you two don’t get lost, just stay near.” She allowed Zelena to exit first before trotting out next and shutting the door.

She is nice helping Robin and I, but for crying out loud, that speaking in rhyme is getting on my freaking nerves. She shook away her thoughts as she followed Zecora through the dense Everfree Forest This place is indeed very strange, but I can feel that there is powerful magic that is in this land. I just wonder though if that doppelganger of Regina or even Rumple had anything to do with this.

Earth

Rumplestiltskin appeared in front of a simple two-story white house with blue painted window panes. He looked to see he was back in his human form Well, I have missed this version of me better, I can use my magic more stable as a human. He straightened the collar of his suit and looked at the house This must be where Sombra sent me to recruit. He cleared his throat and walked up to the front door, knocking on it firmly.

After a minute passed, a burly, tall man answered the door “Yes, who the hell are you? Don’t you know what time it is jackass?!” Alcohol emanated from the man as he had a beer bottle in his hand “Get the hell out of here or I’ll have to kick your ass!”

“Well, that is quite the welcome I wasn’t expecting, but good evening Sir. Would you be Mr. James Mason?” Rumple raised an eyebrow at the man, coughing into his sleeve as he smelt the potent odor of beer coming from the drunkard.

“Yeah, but who wants to know?” He took a drink of his beer.

“Well Mr. Mason, my name is Rumplestiltskin, and I would like to make a deal with you. May I come in?” A sly smirk crept across his face.

James wiped his lips with his beefy arm “What kind of deal?” He looked at Rumple curiously, but stepped aside “Whatever, come inside, but make it quick.” He sneered at the Dark One.

Rumplestiltskin nodded “Thank you my good Sir, and I promise, this is a deal I believe you won’t be able to refuse.” He chuckled as he entered the house.

Author's Note

First off I would like to apologize for the long wait on this chapter, but I have just been working a lot at the hospital. However, hopefully I can back into the groove of writing my stories. Also, what possible deal could Rumple have for James? :raritygasp:

Also, looks like Zecora has found a new friend in Zelena.

Chapter Four

Tartarus

Yes, my plan is slowly starting to fall into place. Soon enough not only will the Crystal Empire once again be mine, but the entire land of Equestria. A sinister chuckle escaped Sombra’s lips as he trotted back and forth in his private quarters. He trotted over to the mirror with his eyes flaming intensely Oh yes, Princess Celestia and her faithful elements shall finally fall at my hooves! His grin grew mischievously Now it’s time to put phase two of my plan into work. He turned and trotted out of his private quarters.

As he trotted out to the center of Tartarus, he saw his fellow villains conversing among each other. He stomped his hoof “Silence!” He glared at them as they suddenly quieted down “Now my faithful minions, have you all done your share in bringing this plan to rule Equestria to fruition?” He raised a brow.

“My children are ready to feast on the precious, loving, and unsuspecting hearts of all of those pathetic, weak ponies!” Chrysalis chuckled “After I unleash my dear little ones, I shall invade Canterlot, and make that righteous princess pay for the pain she has caused my family and I!” She sneered at the thought.

The Evil Queen stepped forward “As for I King Sombra, I have tamed those wild mongrels to best serve you.” A sly grin crept across her muzzle as she motioned toward the Diamond Dogs, but something was a little bit different with them.

“Oh King Sombra, we live to serve you!” The three canines immediately bowed before the dark alicorn, as their eyes glowed with a mysterious, dark, purplish hue.

Sombra nodded with satisfaction “Well, well, well, your majesty, that is quite impressive to control those mongrels like that.” He let out a low chuckle as he trotted near the three canines “Alright fleabags, let’s see how obedient you truly are to me. I need you three, along with your fellow diamond dogs to go to the Crystal Kingdom to cause a little mischief until further instructions, do you understand?” He trotted back and forth in front of them as he spoke.

“Yes your king!” They crossed their disproportionate arms in a salute with a bow of their head.

“Good boys!” Sombra chuckled and used his magic to abruptly make the canines vanish. He turned his attention toward the towering Lord Tirek “As for you my large acquaintance, I want you to go to deliver my message to the kingdom of Canterlot that there is going to be a war coming if I don’t get that child!” His eyes burned with intensity as he looked up at Tirek “Do you think you can handle a simple task such as this my loyal behemoth?”

“Yes your highness, I definitely will deliver the message for you.” With a chuckle he grinned proudly “Those puny ponies doesn’t know what is coming for them!” He chuckled loudly before snapping his fingers, causing him to vanish in a flash.

“And… I have the young sacrifice you’ve asked for my sire.” Discord bowed his head toward the dark king “She is currently sleeping soundly in your private chambers.” A heavy sigh escaped his lips.

“Oh, fine job my loyal friend, very fine job indeed.” Sombra chuckled “With the foal, we shall get ready to start the next phase of my plan.” He turned to trot toward his chambers “When Rumpelstiltskin arrives Discord, send him to my chambers.”

“Yes my king.” Another heavy sigh escaped his lips I feel awful about turning on my friends like this.

Canterlot Castle

“Twi, who or what do you think these strange ponies are Princess Celestia & Princess Luna spoke about in yer letter are doing in Equestria?” Applejack trotted alongside the Princess of Friendship with the other Elements of Harmony.

“I don’t know Applejack, but it would be best if we take this situation with great caution. We never know, these new arrivals might try to attack without.” Twilight eyed each of her friends with warning & concern.

Rainbow hovered above the group “I say let them try to do something tricky, & we’ll give them a fight they won’t ever forget!” She smirked confidently.

“Now darling, there is no need for violence this time in day. I’m sure maybe these new guests can explain why they are here in Equestria.” Rarity flicked her mane.

“Well, I think it is going to be super duper fun to meet some new ponies!” Pinkie beamed ear to ear as she hopped giddily “I can throw them an official “Welcome To Equestria” Party!” She giggled happily.

While four of the group trotted ahead, Fluttershy & Big Mac trailed behind “Um… Mac, do you think the children will be okay by themselves?” She looked at her mate with concern.

“Don’t worry sugar pie, Ah’m sure that our big man, Toby will take excellent care of our little bundle of joy.” Big Mac rubbed at Fluttershy’s shoulder “Besides honey bunch, this is a moment for Toby to learn some responsibility, & have a bond with his baby sister.”

“Um… I guess you are right dear.” Fluttershy sighed as the group arrived at the castle.

“Princess Twilight Sparkle & fellow Elements of Harmony, the royal sisters has ordered us to allow you in when you arrived.” One of the guard ponies saluted as they stepped aside, opening the castle doors.

“Thank you guards.” Twilight gave a bow of her head toward them as she entered the castle followed by her friends.

Princess Luna’s Bedchambers

“Sir David, you may lay your princess down on my bed while we look through some our spell books to see if there is a cure for her curse.” Luna walked over to her bookshelf to look through her magic books. She sighed heavily as she couldn’t find anything to aid them, before turning toward David “Sir David, we are truly sorry, but we are unable to find a cure for this debacle of magic that fell upon your mate.”

David looked at Luna “It’s alright Princess Luna, I believe we will beat this curse, we always have.” A smile of pride crept across the royal stallion’s muzzle as he looked around Luna’s bed chambers “Your land is certainly majestic & beautiful your highness. It reminds me of our kingdom back in the Enchanted Forest.” He carefully trotted out onto the balcony, gazing out at the clear, blue horizon, letting out a heavy sigh.

Luna could sense a feeling of stress from the Prince & trotted out to the balcony beside him “Thank you Sir David, our sister & ourselves take great pride in watching over our land. We always strive to give our fellow ponies a safe, wonderful life here in Equestria.” She closed her eyes with, inhaling a breath of air, & exhaling. She opened her eyes with a warm smile across her muzzle as she looked out at the horizon along with David “Sir David, could you tell us more about your land?”

David looked over at Luna, but then looked back at Snow in her deep sleep. He sighed heavily “Well, Your Majesty if you are willing to listen to a long story, I would be honored to tell you about our land.” He turned to trot back into the bed chambers.

Luna smiled warmly as she looked toward her bed chambers door “Guard, if you would be kind to, go retrieve us & Sir David a fresh cup of coffee.” The guard pony at the door nodded & trotted away. Luna motioned for David to come lay in the center of the bedchambers which the prince obliged.

Canterlot Castle Throne Room

As Princess Celestia along with the new guests waited for the arrival of the Elements of Harmony, Emma took the time to talk with her soon to be husband. She trotted up to him “You know Killian, you are quite dashing as a stallion.’ She nuzzled into his cheek.

“Ah, well Swan, you look quite lovely yourself as a beautiful mare.” Hook returned the nuzzle & kissed her on the cheek.

“Geez, would you two get a room.” Henry chuckled as the young stallion looked over to see his adoptive mother gazing out one of the throne room windows. He trotted over to her “Mom, are you okay?” He sat beside her looking out the window.

Regina reached up to stroke at his mane “Yes honey, I’m okay. I’m just wondering how we ended up here.” She sighed softly, but a soft smile crept across her muzzle “It is beautiful out there in this land I admit, just like the Enchanted Forest.” She turned to nuzzle at her son’s cheek

“Yes it is Mom, but don’t worry we'll find our way back home.” Henry reached up with his forelegs to hug her around the neck

Suddenly the throne room doors opened to reveal a guard pony who bowed his head to Celestia “Your majesty, Princess Twilight Sparkle & her friends have arrived.” He respectfully stepped aside to let the seven in & trotted back out of the throne room. Twilight & the others entered with a bow of their heads.

“Welcome my friends, I hope your trip here was a safe one.” Celestia smiled warmly at the seven ponies “Ah, & welcome Big Mac, it is a pleasure to see you again.”

“Well, Ah thank ya, yer highness for inviting me.” Big Mach smirked as he bowed his head to the princess.

Regina & Henry trotted over to Emma & Hook to await in being introduced to the others “The inhabitants of this land sure is colorful, I would say that.” Henry nudged Regina against her shoulder “Sorry dear.” She awkwardly chuckled.

“My friends, I would like for you all to meet our new arrivals here in Equestria.” Celestia motioned toward the four with a forehoof “There are two more, but they are currently with my sister.” She looked at the four “And these are my friends & the Elements of Harmony of Equestria.” She smiled warmly at her friends.

“My name is Princess Twilight Sparkle, & I watch over the small town of Ponyville that is not too far from here. Also, I possess the Element of Magic, working on a variety of spells that can benefit the safe & prosperous livelihood of all the ponies of Equestria.” She beamed confidently as she stepped back for Applejack to trot up next.

“Mah name is Applejack, & I am the Element of Honesty.” She tipped her Stetson hat “Ah can tell if any pony is lying from a mile away, & if Ah find out ya are lying, Ah will let you know it.” She chuckled “Ah also run a farm along with mah family....” She motioned toward Big Mac.

“Eeyup!” Big Mac nodded with a proud smile on his muzzle.

Applejack chuckled as Rainbow Dash zoomed past her & flew high in the air, cutting a backflip, & then zoomed back down onto the ground “I am the awesome one, Rainbow Dash!” She smirked proudly “I am the holder of the Element of Loyalty, meaning that I am always there for my friends through the hardest of times that we may face.” She chuckled as she flew up in the air again “I am also the fastest flyer in all of Equestria.”

“Well, the lass sure is full of confidence, isn’t sh.. Ahh!” “Hi there!” Killian jumped back as soon as the joyful face of Pinkie Pie appeared “What the bloody hell was that for?!” Breathed heavily, his chest rising & falling at a fast pace.

“I am Pinkie Pie! The number one, bestest, greatest, & funnest party pony in all of Equestria!” An ear splitting smile spread across her muzzle. She then started to do cartwheels all around the throne room “I also love cookies, cakes, pies, anything sweet & sugary!” She giggled as she then started to hop around the throne room. As she did she came across Killian again, seeing his hooked left hoof “Oh, what is that?!” She lifted it up in awe with her own hoof.

“Easy there sugar puff, I won’t want you to get poked.” Hook simply chuckled as he took his hoof away from Pinkie, & patted her on the head with the other hoof.

“Oh, I almost forgot, I am the Element of Laughter!” She beamed as she started to cartwheel around the throne room again “I love to bring joy, laughter, & happiness to all!” She giggled as she continued to cut cartwheels until Applejack threw her lasso around her to stop her “Aww… Applejack! You’re a party pooper!” She landed on her flank & stuck her tongue out at Applejack, which the country mare simply shook her head.

“My, my, aren’t you just a nice hunk of stallion.” Rarity casually trotted over to Hook, & reached out to stroke at his hook with a hoof “My name is Rarity Bell, & I am the Element of Generosity darling. If you ever need a favor like a new set of clothes, just let me know. Whenever somepony needs something, I am always there to lend a helping hoof.”

“Back off Marshmallow!” Emma smacked Rarity’s hoof way from Hook as she stood defensively with her head low, like she was ready to charge “He’s mine!” She snarled at the fashionista.

“Whoa there Swan, calm down.” Hook chuckled softly as he nuzzled cheek to cheek “The lady was just being nice.” He gave a warm smile to Rarity & whispered in Emma’s ear “Besides, after we figure out what’s going on, I got something special planned for us.” He gave her a wink, & suddenly Emma calmed herself.

“Um…” Fluttershy carefully trotted up next, hiding her face sort of behind her mane “Um… my name is Fluttershy, & I am the Element of Kindness.” She gave a small smile “I watch over all the creatures, big & small of Equestria. I help nurture, care, & heal all animals that live here in Equestria.” She quietly took a step back.

Celestia smiled at her friends “Thank you my dear friends for introducing yourselves.” She then looked at the four new arrivals “If you four feel like it, would you like to introduce yourselves?”

Henry stepped forward “Well, I am Henry Mills, resident of Storybrooke, Maine, the son of Mayor Regina Mills.” He motioned a hoof toward Regina “Also the son of Sheriff Emma Swan.” He then motioned toward Emma. He let out a soft chuckle “That is a long story, but that is for another time.” He stepped back for the others to take their turn.

Regina placed a foreleg over his shoulder “Well as this nice, fine gentleman said, I am Regina Mills, the mayor of Storybrooke & former Evil Queen of the Enchanted Forest.” She turned her head with a deep sigh “But I am proud to say that I have finally torn away from that side of me, thanks to my son & my friends here with me.” A smile of warmth & pride crept across her muzzle.

Clearing her throat Emma stepped forward next “I’m Emma Swan, & this is my husband, Killian.” She turned back to look at him & motioned for him to come forward.

Wobbling back & forth on his hooves trying to get used to having his hook as a leg he smirked “Also known as Captain Hook, the most dashing, cutthroat, & greatest pirate ever.” He chuckled & his smirk grew bigger.

Emma chuckled at her mate’s ego stroking as she shook her head nudging him in the shoulder “Alright loverboy, I think that is enough boasting about your accomplishments for one day.” She chuckled as she looked at the others “We have two others of our group, but they are currently with Princess Luna.” A frown suddenly formed across her muzzle.

“Yes, it seems that a great curse has befallen the Queen & King of their homeland.” Celestia cleared her throat & looked at Twilight “Princess Twilight Sparkle, would you be a dear & go accompany Lulu, & our other two guests in her bed chambers? I believe your advanced studies in magic might be able to help with their unfortunate event.”

“Yes your highness.” Twilight gave a bow of her head & turned toward the guests “It was a pleasure to meet you all, & don’t worry we all should find a way to get you all back home safely to your land.” She bowed her head toward them before turning to trot out of the throne room.

Clearing her throat, Celesita looked at the four new arrivals “Guests, since we got our introductions over, would you all like to take a tour of the castle with myself & my friends?”

“Look we don’t have time for….” Regina was cut off by a hoof to the muzzle by Emma.

“We would be honored your highness.” She gave Regina a stern glare & leaned close to her “Just try to relax & make peace Regina.” She took her hoof off her muzzle ‘Besides, just think of it as a vacation away from your mayoral duties.” She chuckled before starting to trot away.

“Fine.” A heavy sigh escaped Regina’s lips as the group followed Princess Celestia & the other ponies.

Ponyville

As they trotted along the dirt path toward Fluttershy’s cottage, the Cutie Mark Crusaders chuckled as they discussed the day’s plans. When they got closer to the home, they saw the door slightly ajared “Oh, girls look!” Applebloom pointed at the door & all three gasp “Let’s go!” They galloped toward the cottage & rushed in.

“Toby, are you in here little…. Toby!” Scootaloo gasped as she saw Toby laying on the ground still in a deep sleep “Girls over here!” She galloped over to the sleeping boy.

“Oh no, I hope he is okay.” Sweetie Belle galloped up to Toby & nudged at his shoulder with a hoof to try & wake him up.

“Ah’ll go upstairs to see if Flitter Sweet is okay.” Applebloom galloped upstairs toward the fillie’s room. “Oh Flitter Sweet, are ya...Ah!” As she rounded the corner she saw that the filly was gone Oh gosh, she is gone! She turned around & galloped back downstairs “Girl, Flitter Sweet is gone!”

Shocked expressions washed over the other two crusaders as Sweetie Belle looked down at her little brother “Toby, please wake up.” She nudged at his shoulder again & leaned her head down to nuzzle at his cheek “Come on little brother, wake up.” A whimper escaped her lips.

Slowly, Toby started to stir & let out a yawn. He blinked his eyes weakly to look up at the saddened face of Sweetie Belle “Sweetie Belle, what’s wrong?” He carefully sat up as Sweetie Belle had a hoof on his shoulder & he turned to see Applebloom & Scootaloo with the same downtrodden expressions “Scootaloo & Applebloom?” He let out another yawn & reached up to rub at his eyes.

“Little buddy, what happened here? We saw the door opened & you were asleep and…” Scootaloo looked from Applebloom to Sweetie Belle nervously.

“And what Scootaloo?” Toby slowly stood up feeling a little groggy as Sweetie Belle kept him steady. He looked at the three looking at each other quietly “What happened?” Worry washed over his face.

“Tell me something Tobeh, ya really don’t remember what happened, do ya?” Applebloom looked at him closely in the eyes, seeing the worry & concern in his eyes.

He closed his to try & think, but frowned “No Applebloom, I don’t. Last thing I remember was Uncle Discord stopping by to see how I was doing.He then made me a glass of milk & I fell asleep.” He rubbed at his head “Before I fell asleep, I told him to make sure Flitter Sweet was ok…. Oh no, Flitter Sweet!” He gasped & turned to run up the stairs when he felt a hoof on his shoulder.

“Ah’m sorry little buddy, but Flitter Sweet is gone.” Applebloom rubbed at his shoulder hoping to calm him.

He froze with fear “G...Gone?!” His young lips started to quiver “B...but Momma & Papa Big Mac asked me to watch after her when they left to Canterlot.” He turned toward the staircase & looked up “W..what am I going to do? I’ve got to find her.” Tears started to prick at his eyes as he whimpered.

Scootaloo wrapped a wing around shoulder & pulled him close to her, rubbing at his arm with a foreleg “It’s okay little dude, we’ll find her, don’t you worry about that.” She looked at Applebloom & Sweetie Belle “Girls, where could we start looking at?”

“Well, I believe the correct question is where can we find Discord? He was the last one to see Toby awake & it is pretty odd that Flitter Sweet is suddenly gone.” Sweetie Belle thought “That is the pony we should be looking for or whatever he is.” Sweetie Belle looked at Toby “Don’t worry little brother, we will find Flitter Sweet & bring her home safely.”

“Okay Sweetie Belle.” He watched as Angel Bunny hopped to him as all the other animals were outside enjoying the beautiful weather unaware of all that transpired inside the cottage. He looked down at the bunny rabbit “Angel, make sure everyone stays safe here & if Momma & Papa Big Mac happen to come just keep them calm.” Angel saluted the boy & hopped over to his bowl of miniature carrots.

“Alright crusaders, are ya ready to go look for our little filly buddy?” Toby, Sweetie Belle, & Scootaloo nodded as the four exited the cottage with Toby shutting & locking the door behind them.

Don’t worry little sister, we will find you.

Everfree Forest

“Zecora, I hate to sound like a whiner, but how damn deep is this forest?” Zelena reached up with a hoof to rub in between her eyes as she turned to see Robin sleeping peacefully in the saddlebag.

“No worries my dear, we are almost..”

“RRAWW!”

A sudden, booming roar interrupted Zecora making the two mares to jump “What the bloody hell was that?” Zelena looked around until suddenly she looked down to see Robin crying “Shh...shh… it’s okay sweetheart, don’t worry, Momma will keep you safe.” She reached up to stroke her mane.

“That my dear was the sound of a beast, so we better take leave or our hides he will feast.” She started to gallop until she felt a hoof on her shoulder.

“No Zecora, I am not going anywhere!” She carefully lit up her horn & levitated her saddlebags over to the zebra “Take Robin, I’m not going to let any beast scare my child!” She readied herself for whatever came toward them/

“RRAWW!” The ground started to shake with tremors as suddenly a huge manticore appeared with it’s sharpe, white fangs bared charging at the two.

“A manticore? Is that what you are scared of my new found friend?” Zelena chuckled “I have faced beasts far worse than this.” She turned her attention back toward the charging manticore & lit up her horn “Here kitty, kitty.” A smirk crept across her muzzle as she shot a beam of magic toward the charging creature.

“Come child, let’s hide before it gets too wild.” Zecora quickly yet carefully galloped behind a tree.

“RRAW...RR!” Suddenly the manticore roared in pain as the beam of magic from Zelena struck him the chest causing him to collapse to the ground. The creature writhed in pain.

Zecora carefully came out from behind the tree her & Robin were hiding. She gasped at the sight of the pained beast “Oh gracious my dear, we best leave or I feel there might be more to fear.”

“I agree with you my newfound friend, let’s get out of this bloody forest & go find your two allies you spoke of.” With that Zelena, Zecora, & Robin continued their trek.

Sombra’s Private Chambers

As the dark king awaited the arrival of the Dark One, an evil grin crept across his muzzle as he watched the sleeping foal laid upon a cold, hard rock wrapped in her blanket. He meticulously stroked at her with an iron clad hoof “There little one, sleep. Soon you shall become a major part in the next phase of my plan to finally take over Equestria.” A sinister laugh escaped his lips.

“Hm..hm… you called for me your highness.” Rumpelstiltskin trotted into Sombra’s chambers with a smirk on his face “I have done the task you have given me & your guest is safe & sound in one of your finely crafted cells.”

Sombra turned toward Rumpel “Ah, that is very good news to hear my fellow dark hearted.” He trotted up to the Dark One “Now I have another task for you. I’ve heard that you have the ability to rip the heart out of others & either crush them in your bare hands, or control their very thoughts, am I correct?”

“Yes you are your highness, but with my new form I’m not entirely sure if it will work or not. Out of curiosity, who by chance would you like for me to get rid of for you or control?” Rumpel quirked an eyebrow.

“That my devilish friend is why I had you bring my special guest to me. You see, I believe the child’s father will be a vital asset in our takeover of Equestria, but I believe he won’t join us voluntarily.” Sombra started to pace back & forth “So what I need from you Dark One is to rip his heart out & control him after I am done making some modifications to him of course.” His evil grin grew wider “Now follow me so I can introduce myself to him.”

With a bow of his head Rumpel nodded “Yes your highness.” Rumpel & Sombra left his chambers to go see James.

Young Toby Mason, you shall regret ever making that wish, because I vow to make those you love suffer & pay for what they have done to me. Their pain & suffering will be on your hands.

Author's Note

After two years, yes Chapter Four is finally here! :raritywink: I am so sorry for the long hiatus.