Author's Note

To everyone that has been waiting for this. Here it is. I've decided to release what I have done so far because it gives you all something to read. And me the affordability to take some time in finishing this.

From one life, to another (part 2)

Journal entry number 57

"Today marks my second full month at the castle. I have still yet to figure out the true purpose of me being here nor why I was saved. As of late my vocabulary and writing skills have greatly increased thanks to the castles vast library (note to self rewrite previous entries). As well, due to my stay at the castle some of the caretakers and guards to the princesses have started to refer to me as my name instead of "Sir". Partially caused no doubt by my somewhat constant askings to do so. I say somewhat because I did not enjoy using all that paper to say, call me my name."

End journal entry

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Not long after his arrival at the castle, Moonbreaker started exploring it's vast halls in search of answers on why he was saved...and a place to do his normal "duties". In search of both of these things he found a library and after some slight help and constant exploring he found a few books that would help him in the long run. With the help of multiple dictionaries and slight practice he has vastly improved his vocabulary, however silent, along with his ability to write without his hooves or magic. As well he may or may not have stolen an empty journal to write down his daily observations and thoughts.

"I still need to figure out why they saved me" the thought ran through his head continuesly. "Luna was the one to save me, she was also the one I remember most from my dreams. If either of them, it had to be her. But how can I prove it."

His thoughts were interrupted my a knocking of his door. He quickly hid the journal and went over to the large door to see who was disturbing him. He opened the door to an empty hallway. There wasn't a single pony in sight of where he was. He almost went back to writing when he noticed a note on the door. It was held in the air by magic and when he went forward and grabbed it with his hoof the magic vanished. He closed the door behind him and opened the letter.

Dear Moonbreaker,
"My sister and I have been noticing the amount of time you've spent in your chambers since your arrival. As well we've been informed of the amount of books, primarily dictionaries and writing techniques, that you have been in possession of lately and we would like to discuss that with you. For these reasons we would like you to join us for a meal this eavening. We will have sent a set of guards to escorts you to our personal dinning chambers."
Sincerely, Luna.

This might be the only chance he has to get close to the princesses and ask them about their reasons to save him; and what magic they used for him to change so much. But how could he ask them when he himself cannot speak. He could write down the questions and have the two read them, but that took to long. He walked over to one of the windows and peered outside to see the sun begin its decent to the ground. It was around during noon so he had a few hours to think things over and maybe rest. He went over to his desk and retrieved his journal from its hiding place. As the hours went by he thought of a plan until one came to him. It was simple and he could do so effortlessly.

The sky was a vibrant mix of yellows, and reds when the guards arrived at his bedchamber. He grabbed a single parchment and placed it in his mane, hidden away from the sight of any he should come by. He then went to his door and followed the guards as they led him to the princesses. As they steadily marched down the halls of the castle Moonbreaker started to think back on things, as he found himself doing much more lately. The events that had decided to come to him this time were his first few days as the castle.

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He didn't consider the time when he first woke up to be his first day but it was comparable to the ones he did consider his first few. They went more or less the same really, he'd wake up in the morning to find some oats and an apple waiting for him. He'd eat it savoring every bite purely out of instinct and when he was finished he'd let it sit and just stare out the window or lay in his new bed. He was timid to say the least. Come evening roughly and hour or two before sunset a pony would enter his chambers or knock on the door and bring in a salad with a mix of foods he'd never had before. Once he finished his meal the pony would take both the dishes of his breakfast and diner with them leaving Moonbreaker with nothing to do or stare at. He tended to spend his days in boredom and grief, either staring out the window of his room or thinking about his family and how he no doubt killed them. Yet when the sun gave way to the moon and the stars all of his grief seemed to disappear. Under its brilliant glow the moon helped Moonbreaker feel safe and calm. Much like when he slept in the barn he would draw a heart around the moon with his hoof. He saw the moon as his only friend and had become almost dependent of its shine to the point it was the only thing keeping him alive. However things began to change once he started to explore the castle he now resided in.

The only reason he did end up leaving his room was out of boredom. He didn't want to go down the halls any further than need be, but he kept walking. Hours probably went by as he roamed the halls getting glances from guards and care takers alike. The looks on most of their faces were that of shock or anger. He could hear the ramblings of the ponies as they walked by. Most think him blind and deaph instead of mute. The words they spoke hurt or at least should have, yet he didn't care. It was when he found the library did he himself find shock. It was also where he woke up the next morning with three books in front of him. They were all books fit more for a colt or fillie instead of a full grown stallion but he didn't care. They were simple and easy to learn teaching books. The books were ment for helping him read and write and in general help him with his new life.

It took him considerably less time to find his room than it did to find the library; and when he returned to his room the pony he guessed was the one who brought him food in the morning was standing outside the door; and the stallion seemed shocked to see him outside of his room. The pony tried asking him where he had been, but Moonbreaker simply ignored him and closed the door. He had the books, all he needed now was something to eventually practice on. After some time he was able to find some blank books and snuck them out of the library. In all, it took about a week for him to get all that he needed to start writing again, and it only got easier after that. He spent most of his days in the library reading and as he kept reading it seemed to get easier and easier. Once he got to a point, he started writing in his journal for more than just practice.

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He couldn't reminisce to much on his thoughts as the guards snapped him out of his daydreams. He could see on their faces they were interested in what he was thinking but both knew there would be no answer. They all continued for another minute or two before they reached a small barely lit corridor with a small door on the far wall. The guards that had accompanied him pointed to the door and Moonbreaker calmly headed towards it as the guards who escorted him, went on to their normal nightly routines. The corridor while barely lit was still bright enough near the torches to see the pristine marble walls. When he reached the small door, he took notice of the detail that had been carved into it. He gave a slight knock and meer seconds later a small blue coated mare opened the door. She stared up at him with the slightest hint of shock on her face as his eyes, in their glowing appearance, seemed to peirce through the thin veil that kept her mind safe. Moonbreaker simply walked past her and met the princesses at a small round table with a single seat no doubt saved for him.

He proceeded over to the seat and when the two sisters gestured towards the cushioned rest of the seat, he sat down. The table they sat at had already been set covered in exotic foods, as well as some that Moonbreaker was more familiar with. The smells of the food and the candles mixed together to form a masterpiece aroma. After taking in the sight and smell of the food before them, the three began to indulge themselves with their meal. It was quiet for the most part, the only sound being that of chewing, smacking lips, and the silverware Moonbreaker had to eat his food. The princesses had consumed two plates each in the time it took Moonbreaker to finish even one, he being more invested in matters more important to him than food.

The two mares pushed their plates aside as two ponies came in to take them. After the two cleaned themselves up they both turned their attention to Moonbreaker. He took notice quickly and as such did the same to them, placing down his utensils and staring at them both with interest apparent on his face. The sisters turned to face each other each sending the same stuff gestures on who should go first. After the most silent argument Moonbreaker had ever witnessed they both turned towards him and began asking some questions.

"So Moonbreaker, are you enjoying your stay at the castle. Have you found it stressful in any way."

He wanted to smack her. Had she forgotten that he was mute. No offense to Celestia but Moonbreaker had figured she might have remembered that he couldn't talk.

"Sister have you forgotten something about are guest. A problem involving his voice."

"Oh yes I apologize Moonbreaker I seem to have forgotten about that. I hope I did not offend you" she finished with an embarrassed blush on her face.

He shook his head no, hopefully she'd understand what he ment, and turned his attention to Luna. It took her a moment to see he was glaring at her but when she did, she asked her questions.

"Like my sister had said, are you enjoying your stay"

He thought it over for a second, then shook his head yes.

"That's nice to know. Now, like we mentioned in the letter. We've been noticing from our staff that you've been spending lots of time in the library and your chambers as of late. Is this true?"

Once again he shook his head yes. He saw no reason to lie besides, these two had eyes and ears every where in this castle.

"Well it's nice to know that you've been acquainted to at least some of the castle. But we were wondering if you'd like to accompany us on our business in the morning. It will hopefully get you more known around the castle and allow you to be more acquainted with others instead of only your books."

The question caught him off guard to some extent. Why were they inviting him along is one of the things that came to mind. But he didn't want to remain answerless for to long, and so once again he shook yes.

"Excellent" bellowed Celestia before her sister could have the chance. "Now then, time for dessert."

With a glow of her horn, the table changed from being covered in normal dinning food to sweets stacked as high as the ceiling. While Moonbreaker and Luna sat in awe with the mound of sweets Celestia just looked forward with pure ecstacy. Compared to their actual meals, Luna and Moonbreaker eaten next to nothing for desert. Luna being more interested in staring at Moonbreaker as he sat with his mouth hanging open slightly at the sight of Celestia before him. Morsel after morsel of cakes, pies, and other sweets disappeared into the endless pit that was the princesses stomach. Continuesly she kept stuffing sweets into her mouth, only slowing for her to cast a quick spell before she continued.

The tower of desserts was soon gone, Moonbreaker having eaten the last peace of cake subconsciously, while Celestia lifted a small napkin to her mouth and wiped away any excess cake or pie.

"I must apologize Moonbreaker, it seems I haven't left any dessert for you. I am deeply sorry."

Moonbreaker snapped out of his trance and began to shake his head to let Celestia know it wasn't a problem. After some slight laughs from the princesses, a few servants entered the room and began to clean the table and refluff the seats. A few guards entered the room not long after that, and gestured to Moonbreaker that they were his escorts and it was time to leave. He waved his hoof at them and walked over to princess Luna. When she took notice of him next to her she asked him want the matter was. Calmly he reached into his mane and pulled out the letter. He moved it forward for her to take it; and it soon was floating out of his hoof. She began to to unfold the small piece of paper and read out what it had written.

"Why did you save me?"

The writing was neat, large, and simple. When she looked back up Moonbreaker had already turned away from her, and was walking towards his escorts. She looked at the letter but just folded into back up and gave it to one of the servants.

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The next morning, just as the night before, a set of guards knocked on the door to Moonbreakers chambers. When he answered the guards were surprised at the sight before them. Moonbreaker looked like his normal self for the most part, but his mane and tail had been changed. His tail was shorter with it only just touching the floor instead of running along it, while his mane had gone through the same change, only his mane went to just below his shoulders. The guards made a quick glance into the room and sure enough a large length of hair was on the floor. Moonbreaker was already down the hall when they realised that he had went ahead of them. The walk was somewhat of a long one, but Moonbreaker meerly laughed internally at the reactions the princesses had. They both seemed to make a double take at the sight of him, though for the most part they didn't seem bother over it. Despite this Celestia did tell one of the servants to go check his chambers for any excess.

"So Moonbreaker, are you ready to accompany my sister and I"

With a simple nod of his head, Celestia smiled and and asked him to follow her and her sister. From what they had said the night prior he figured the business was something involving the castle, but when they exited the massive stone structure and entered a carriage, he began to wonder what they were actually doing. Two lines of pegasus stallions were lined in front of the carriage, and as he expected, Celestia and Luna both entered the carriage with himself right behind them. It was a nice summers morning, the sun had been up for some time, but the world still felt cool in the breeze. As the stallions began to run forwards, they flapped their wings and soon the carriage was soaring through the air. The trip to their destination was quiet, and peaceful, it didn't take too long however and Moonbreaker was rather curious at where they were going. In just thirty or so minutes since their departure the carriage was scraping against the ground. They sound of ponies cheering was rather prominent, and when the princesses stepped out it increased two fold. A single pony approached the princesses and greeted them corjuly, the whole time Moonbreaker stayed on the carriage. Were it not for Celestia telling him to follow, he probably wouldn't have showed his face at all.

When he finally did exit the carriage, the change in the crowd was rather prominent. He could sense every eye on him, most continued to cheer in glee at the princesses, but some kept their attention on him. Here he was a none alicorn pony, with glowing white eyes, snow white mane, a dark blue coat, and at least three or four inches taller than Luna, Celestia was still a giant compared to all of the ponies in Equestria, but a gentle and peaceful one at that. The pony that greeted the princesses walked over and raised a hoof for Moonbreaker, he took up the offer, but the pony had recoiled back the moment he made contact with Moonbreakers hoof. Moonbreaker could see the pony muddle something under his breath before he looked up and instead just gave Moonbreaker a quick nod before asking the princesses to follow. Moonbreaker looked at the crowd and then followed the princesses. The princesses were led to a small platform in the center of the town, the two stood behind podiums while Moonbreaker stayed off to the side.

With a voice worthy of a titan Celestia echoed out to the crowd "ponies of Canterlot. It is with great pride and honor that the pride and joy of equestria, as well as its capital. Will soon be home to the new castle of my sister and I. We both, thank you all for allowing us to make this jewel shine even brighter."

Moonbreaker slowly began to drown out the sound of the crowd and the boom of Celestia, as well as now Lunas, voices as they spoke. He instead just watched the mass of ponies surrounding them. They were all focused on the princesses, jumping and screaming with joy as well as some form of pride in their celebration. Despite all the movement, when a rustle took place in a far tree, Moonbreaker noticed it like a hawk during a hunt. Normally it wouldn't stand out, but the movement in the tree was to large to he a squirrel or the wind. He continued to watch the tree line, and as the wind down drew down and Luna to the center stage, Moonbreaker noticed a strange color come from the tree; and then the ones around it. Something came from the main tree he was watching and then from the others, it wasn't magic but moving fast. He rushed forward and pushed Luna away from where she was and lifted a hoof in time to feel a pain so distant it was barely there.

"There in the trees. After them" yelled one of the pegasi.

When Moonbreaker looked back up, the other objects that had been fired towards the princesses had been stopped. They stayed floating surrounded in a white aurora. It took him a moment to realize he was the one doing it. As he let the objects drop he felt his horn, in its destroyed state, numb for a moment.

"Moonbreaker are you alright" asked Luna pushing herself off the ground.

He looked over at her and shook his head yes, before feeling a sensation in his hoof. When he looked down an object like those aimed for the princesses was lodged in his leg just above his hoof. He couldn't even feel it, even when Luna began to pull it out with her magic. When it was finally dislodged it looked as it nothing happened to it, not a single drop or blood on it, or from Moonbreaker; and yet this went unnoticed.

"An arrow" Celestia said puzzled. "At least it was a bit more subtle this time."

"Even with the magic barriers we cast around ourselves on these outings sister we must remain vigilant. Were it not for Moonbreaker, if we had forgotten the barriers I could have been killed. Which is why I must thank you, Moonbreaker, for acting upon a danger to my sister and self."

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The ponies that attacked Celestia and Luna were caught within minutes of their attack. From what they said, all of those that had participated in the attack were against the construction of the new castle. They were to be brought to the current castle and thrown in the dungeon for an attack on the princesses. However the princesses and Moonbreaker were to be returned to the castle first before the attackers. On the way back while Celestia and Luna debated on their assailants punishment, Moonbreaker began to drift off into his mind and recall the events that took place. He had acted on instinct and without reason, despite this he felt he did. He protected both the princesses but felt himself do it mainly for Luna. His mind was flooding with dreams he had of her, she had been in his dreams for years, watching him grow up, like a mother almost. He could remember her voice, and her face going back long before his was even ten. Going back to the first time his father had beaten him, the day he first earned his cutie mark. As well as the memories, his feeling for her returned. He did not know who the mare in his dreams was, even after having married her in the most recent dream he had of her. He distanced himself from the two for the rest of the trip, ever anxious to spend some time alone.