My life as a monster hunter is behind me. Whether I like it or not, it’s over. I had no delusion it wouldn't come back to haunt me one day or another. But when it came it wasn't for me. It hit the pony I cherish the most, my special mint, Lyra.

I tried many things to help her, many things, but in the end, it seems that the only one able to help is the last pony I want to see.

My former employer and the eternal ruler of Equestria, Celestia.

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Originally written of the Writeoff contest Rising From the Ashes
A huge thank to Monokeras, Orbiting Kettle and Not_A_Hat for editing and proofreading this sh*t.