Fear Of The Light

A day later:

Luna and Theo had been up for the past day, as Celestia’s well being was their top concern. But now they both had handed her temporarily over to the many doctors that had been gathered to help Celestia.

Theo nearly fell to his knees as they entered Luna’s room. He was still in disbelief, despite sending the day taking care of Celestia. “No…” He shook his head putting it in his hands. “This… this isn’t happening, it can’t be happening!”

Luna drew him into a hug, as always lifting him so their faces were on the level. “It… it is devastating, yes… but we will get through this, Theodore.” She said.

Theo closed his eyes for a few long moments, now leaning in and tightly embracing Luna. “I hope so…” He forced any worse thoughts out of his mind. He rested his head on her shoulder, sighing quietly. “Luna…” He whispered quietly, “Thank you…” His voice quieted further, and there were a few things she didn’t hear. He continued to squeeze her tighter, though never tight enough to bring any discomfort to her.

She rubbed a hand along his back, trying to soothe Theo of his stress. “The castle doctors… they say this is a case of extreme magical exhaustion.” She said. “She’ll wake up in about a week… and then Celly will be back to full health in but a few days.”

“Then… we just have to wait.” Theo said, lightening up a little more, bringing a smile to her face as he yawned. “Heh…” He chuckled, “So much stress… I think we both completely forgot to sleep.” He joked.

His yawn made Luna go through one as well, as yawns usually do. “Mmm… you would not mind sleeping in here with me, would you?” Luna asked, her voice holding a ting of nervousness within it. “I saw the suspicion and anger within some ponies… I fear for you, Theodore.”

“Then it’s just like old times, right? I’d always come to stay in your room when you were scared.” He chuckled, smiling warmly at her. “I’d love to. It’d… be more comforting than sleeping alone right now anyway…” He looked towards the door for a few moments. “And… I could see it too… Y-you know… I…” He trailed off, shaking the thought from his head. “C… can we just go to bed?” He asked, wanting to wash away his fears with rest nestled against somepony he cared about.

“Of course.” Luna whispered, laying down onto her bed. It was far softer than anywhere Theo had slept for decades, and only made even better by the warmth of her. “Good night, Theodore…”

Theo held her close, “Good night, Luna.” He whispered, laying his head down as they both drifted into a peaceful slumber.

Several hours later:

Theodore awoke from his sleep slowly, having had the best sleep he’d had for so long. While he was still in the twilight of sleep he could feel Luna somewhere behind him. First, as he woke completely, he found he’d rolled over in his sleep and now had Luna’s full soft body pressing against his back. His eyes widened a little as he began to feel it, she was soft, almost heavenly so. He managed to slowly roll back over, gulping as he did so. Now glimpsing as much of her as he could, her sleeping face was beautiful, her hair flowing so peacefully even as she slept. She truly was as beautiful as Celestia. It almost hurt even more that she’d been alone for so much longer… while he was there to make Celestia happy...

He gave a quick glance down, gulping as he saw her bosom, even clothed he could identify just how plush and supple they were, she was a double F cup, no doubt was left in his mind. Now he noticed how soft she was, so much more so than Celestia. Luna had become a shockingly beautiful mare, he was left wondering why he never noticed it before. As if to avoid any real complications, he hugged her, gently trying to wake her up.

In response, Luna’s arms wrapped tight around Theo in her sleep, and she brought him flush against her body, squishing those breasts he’d been ~~ogling~~ glancing at.

His eyes grew even wider and he began to freak out a little, now he couldn’t stop staring at them. Only when he finally had the idea to shake Luna awake did he peel his eyes off the voluptuous melons and again attempt to wake her, this time with a gentle shake. “Luna… please wake up?” He said, his cheeks growing hot enough for it to be noticed he was blushing.

“Mmm... “ Luna hummed, slowly awakening to the sound of Theo’s voice. “Theodore?” She mumbled, cracking an eye open and looking down into his nervous pair. “‘Tis far too early to wake up… five more minutes.” Luna closed her eye again.

“Nnn, don’t make me get brash…” He challenged, sticking a finger into his mouth and popping it out loudly, making sure it was soaked in his saliva.

Her eyes sprang open again, no longer sleepy. “Theodore… if thou sticketh your finger in mine ear…” She growled. “Nothing will save thee!”

“You know I’ll do it! Just try me!” Theo retorted, grinning devilishly at her.

“Feh!” She grunted, taking her arms off of him and pushing Theo off of her. “Fine, We- I will get up.”

Theo wiped his finger off and slowly sat up, letting out a small sigh. “Thank you.” He chuckled, glancing to her, avoiding looking at her breasts again. “Don’t worry, I didn’t have any intention of sticking it in your ear.” He joked. “I’d rather just lick your face, that always worked much better.” He laughed, and then looked down at himself. “Ooh… damn… uuuh, Luna?” He inquired, now becoming a bit more serious, though nowhere near enough to worry her.

“What is it, Theodore?” She asked, looking at him as she sat up, running her hands through her hair.

“I definitely need another shirt…” He started, ripping the ruined and stained garment straight from his body with no effort. She was given a full view of his muscular back, as he was facing away from her for the moment. “Even if it wasn’t torn up… kinda don’t want to be seen with blood on my clothes… it’s already volatile enough around here. I do not want anypony thinking I hurt you.”

Luna blinked, pausing for a moment at the show of strength. “Ah… well, I can conjure you more clothes, Theodore. But it would probably be best to get some made for you.”

“Yeah…” Theo nodded, slowly standing up, now running a finger over his stomach. “Huh… it doesn’t look to bad. What do you think Luna?” He asked, turning around. Now she saw his athletic build, he didn’t need to flex to reveal his large muscles, but her eyes were drawn down his pecs, and onto the six pack which now bore a scar diagonally across them. The pink stood out in contrast to the cardinal fur surrounding it.

“You look- *ahem* The scar looks… large. Not deep, though… does it hurt?” Luna asked, her eyes washing along Theo’s front, taking it all in.

“No, it doesn’t… You did some amazing work last night.” He complimented, smiling a little. “Thanks by the way.” He crossed his arms over his chest. “As for getting clothes later, who would you suggest? I doubt it’ll take long for word of me and Celestia being sick to reach the rest of Canterlot…” He sighed, thinking for a few moments.

“Fancy Pants.” Luna said, standing up as well. “Celestia recommended him to me when I… got back.” She mumbled. “But, er, I may have to return to him as well. It seems my time on the moon has left me… soft, and burdened by an abundance of fatty tissue.”

Theo laughed, smiling widely, “Oooh, you look amazing, don’t worr…” He trailed off, though it was a little late to stop himself. He bit his lip for a moment. “Don’t worry…” He mumbled, looking at her for a few moments. “Plus… uh you’re really soft… and I should really shut up…” He murmured.

Luna was blushing hard, now, at Theo’s unintentional compliments… though a part of her liked them. “Yes, well… still. My body hasn’t gotten any smaller in the time since my return, and my clothes show it.” She said, fingering the hem of her pants, which were dug fairly deep into the soft, squishy skin of the alicorn.

“Just… uuh, wear a dress? It’ll flow a lot better and umm… won’t be uncomfortable.” He suggested, now turning back around, he glanced down to the ground. “Um… maybe it’s time we go start today's business…”

“You need to take a shower, and I need to raise the sun.” Luna said. “And dresses… I just don’t like them. The security of pants is something I greatly enjoy.” She explained, before heading out of the room. “Wash quickly, or I’ll be forced to join you!”

Theo was quick to enter the bathroom, beginning to take a shower. He didn’t waste much time with the shower, quickly cleaning himself off. He wrapped a towel around his waist, tucking it in firmly to make sure it wouldn’t fall off. He walked back out into her bedroom and sat down on the bed, stretching out a bit.

Luna pushed open the door and walked in, slow and a bit unsteady, her breathing heavy. “I… may have underestimated… just how much power lowering the moon... and raising the sun is…” She panted. Theo didn’t make a sound, his magic gently gripping her, levitating her to the bed just beside him.

“Here… I can help you relax a bit.” He offered, gently putting his hands on her shoulders. Soon he was beginning a shoulder massage, his very successful attempt to help her feel better. “Maybe tomorrow you’d like a back massage?” He joked, smiling warmly at her. “Oooh, or you’d like a nice long bath, bubbles and all…” He added. “You not having to lift a single finger…”

“Ahhhh…” She groaned, letting her head droop forwards as Theo made her muscles feel ever-so-good. “Nnn… a bath sounds most wonderful… in fact, I think I’ll take one… as soon as you’re finished here…”

He nuzzled her cheek, “I’ll go start on our work then. Enjoy your bath, Luna.” He added, pausing for a moment. “Oh… uuh first, clothing please?” He asked, truly not wanting her to really put much more work out today.

Her horn lit up, and within a second, a full outfit appeared on the bed in front of Theo, sized to fit him. “Will that be all?” She asked, slightly sarcastic, but still in a good mood from the little massage. He laughed and nodded.

“It’s perfect.” He said, a thought resurfacing for a few moments. He seamlessly teleported the clothing onto his body, now sitting back down, taking a moment to slip behind Luna, catching her off guard. “But… um, you’re still very tense… and now it looks like you haven’t taken the time to properly care for yourself in a while.” He said. “P… perhaps, later you’d like me to help tidy up your wings, and l-like we used to, style your mane?” His voice was quiet, almost like he wasn’t sure of how she’d feel, being treated like the little filly she used to be. “Make it… a sleepover of sorts.” He laughed weakly. “Just you and I… it’d be relaxing and… normal.” His hands were back on her shoulders, just as gentle as before.

“I… I think that’s a good idea, Theodore.” Luna said, after a few moment’s thought.

“Great!” He smiled, now hugging her for a few moments. “You take your time in the bath, and really enjoy it.” He said, now leaving her alone in the bedroom.

“I shall.” Luna replied, slowly standing and walking into the bathroom before her.

After only a few minutes Theo re-entered the room, quickly approaching the bathroom where Luna was. He peeked in, wanting to know how long they’d be working, and then his heart stopped as his eyes fell on her now uncovered flank.

Luna faced away from him, not seeing his eyes locked onto her ass… and by gods, what an ass. Enormous, round, and jiggling with her slightest movement, Luna’s rear was the butt many mares dreamed of having. Covered with a layer of fat, it all was over perfection-shaped muscles, making said fat naught but a layer of extra meat to love over her backside, left there from her stay on the moon. Her hips were wider than any Theodore had ever seen as well- they’d have to be, to support such a rear- leading up to a thin but still slightly chubby waist, before finishing with a pair of tits he could see from the back. Luna was truly perfection embodied in a mare’s form, with Celestia being another example of the same but slightly tweaked.

Theo’s mind was flipping between so many things, thoughts he’d never had for Luna. His stallionhood, which he’d been making a concerted effort to keep soft since he’d gotten a look at her breasts while she slept, was now growing defiant and hard, impossible to hide regardless of what he did. His face was hot beyond recognition, if it could get any hotter, there’d be flames all over. He took a step away from the door, hiding himself to make sure Luna didn’t think he was spying on her. His breaths were ragged and heavy, his heart now pounding out of his chest.

Theodore’s heavy, haggard breathing alerted Luna to the presence of something in there with her, and she yelped in shock, jumping away in fright as she grabbed whatever it was in there with her and forced it outside of the bathroom.

Theo was wracked with shame from having seen Luna like that. He was just hoping she hadn’t seen him, at least then it wouldn’t be so bad… she wouldn’t think of him as a pervert. But, that did nothing to push away the embarrassment he felt for the entire situation. Now, he had to spend the rest of the day at her side… and he felt like it’d be hard to go through with the plans they had made mere minutes ago.

Inside the bathroom, Luna put a hand to her heart, panting as the adrenaline left her body. “Th-Theodore?” She called out. “Was… did you see who that was?” It seems she hadn’t seen him, luckily.

“N-no, what happened?” Theo asked quickly, cringing inwardly as he lied to her. “Are you alright?” He remained unmoving from where he stood, reluctant to move closer to the bathroom again.

“I… I believe someone peeked in on me.” Luna continued. “I’m fine, but… startled… nopony has ever done that before. It… it scared me.”

Had she stepped out she would have seen Theo violently cringe, he bit his lip for a moment. “T-tha…” He paused, taking a long shaky breath. “L-Luna, I… I um…” He mumbled, trying to find the right words. “I’m sorry… I… I was the one who… who peeked in I didn’t mean to… I just… wanted to ask something… I really, really didn’t mean to see you naked...” He apologized.

She was silent for a few moments, before he heard Luna say, “What… what were you going to ask?”

“J… Just how long we’d be working for… i-it wasn’t really important.” Theo sighed. “I’ll… just leave… I-I’ll…” He trailed off, quickly making his way to the bedroom door.

Luna thought about stopping him, but decided to let him leave. It was awkward for both of them, anyway. “Well… I’ll see you soon, Theodore.” She said. “We have a busy day ahead of us.” But as he left, she glanced down at her body, tracing a finger along her squishy skin. “Did…” She whispered to herself, “Did he really… like it that much?” Like… me?”

Later That Night:

Luna had told Theo he really didn’t have to help, and he went straight to Celestia’s side. Though he couldn’t do much that the doctors weren’t already doing, and he sat quietly trying to figure out what he’d say… what he’d do. When she finally woke up. He just hoped that… her reaction when she first saw him was just a one-off, and she’d be just as happy as Luna was after it all.

He honestly didn’t know how long he had spent in there, sitting right by her side. Time just… didn’t matter, and when he finally looked up, the sun was beginning to set. He slowly stood up, leaning over and gently kissing Celestia’s head, “Good night… Celly… I love you.” He whispered, leaving her and walking back to Luna’s room. He knocked on her bedroom door, attempting to make sure it was alright to come in, “Luna?” He called.

“Come in, Theodore.” Her voice rang out.

Theo opened the door and stepped inside, he smiled awkwardly at Luna before he took notice of her nightwear. She was in a tank top, and baggy pajama pants and honestly he thought it looked incredible on her. “Hi.” He greeted.

She levitated a pair of shorts up to his view, before dropping them in his hands. “For when we sleep… you can wear your shirt, or not if you prefer. I just feel shorts would be more comfortable than slacks.” Luna explained.

“Well, why don’t I go change now then, that way we can both be more comfortable.” He said, walking into the bathroom, the door closing behind him. Soon enough, he walked back out… shirtless. He stretched out a bit, “Alright, I’m ready then.” He smiled, “What did you want to do first?”

Her eyes were locked onto Theo’s chest and abdomen for a few moments, tracing the hard curves of his muscles… before Luna blushed, coughing, looking away. “Er… I don’t know. What exactly happens at a sleepover?” She asked.

“Ooh, I don’t know… I’m not a mare so, most of the things probably won’t be done on me… but uh, I can help you style your mane… we could eat a lot of junk food… sit here and talk.” He started tapping his chin as he looked upwards. “Then I could also preen your wings… give you another back and shoulder rub, just… anything you want really. We’re here to relax.” He shrugged, now walking up to her and pulling her into a small hug. “I honestly just wanted to spend more time with you.” He laughed.

Luna giggled at Theo’s explanation, hugging him back. “I suppose… another massage, if you wouldn’t mind? The paperwork, sun and moon, Celestia… it has taken a toll on me.”

“Of course!” Theo grinned, and now she was the one being picked up, only to be set back down on the bed. He slipped behind her, pulling her against his chest, beginning to ease the knots out of her shoulders. “All you ever have to do is ask.” He added, now noticing her lack of a bra. He bit down on his lip and tried not to think about it, only really focusing on easing out her stress.

“Mmm… this is nice, but… I was thinking perhaps my back, instead of merely my shoulders?”

Theo gulped, “Um, why don’t you lay down then? It’ll make it a bit easier.” He suggested, slipping away from her body. His magic gently pulling her further into the bed and settling her down on her stomach.

Luna pushed him playfully with her magic, almost shoving Theo off of the bed. “I’m not a foal, Theodore… I can lay down on my own,” She huffed. Her magic then focused on her top, vanishing it from her body and leaving her upper half bare- though Theo could only see her back.

Theo laughed quietly, “I know…” His voice going quiet, “You’re… an incredible mare…” He looked over her body, able to see just a bit of the sides of her beautifully large breasts. He felt honored to see her like this, to be so close to her, it made his heart pound once again. “A beautiful one at that.” He was a bit louder than before, and Luna actually heard his compliment.

“W-well, thank you.” She replied, her voice a touch happy, but mostly surprised. “You’re a handsome stallion yourself, Theodore.”

“Um, thanks.” He smiled, slowly going back to straddling her back, he took notice of her ruffled wings. “I have my work cut out for me…” He joked, his hands running down her wings for a moment. “Gods…” He settled his hands on her back. “This may have to be a daily occurrence.” He chuckled.

“Nnn… is that so?” Luna murmured, shivering at the soothing sensation of Theo’s hands rubbing against her skin and through her feathers. “I don’t think that will be a problem…”

“No, I already love doing this.” He said, beginning to ease the tension from her back. He felt his own stress beginning to leave with every passing second, his focus moving to just… feeling and touching the soft princess laying on the bed. Her happiness was his top priority now, and it so consumed him that he didn’t even realize his own feelings were beginning to manifest… physically.

Luna hadn’t noticed yet, either, so he was lucky- “Oooh, Theodore… turn around and get my lower back, would you? I’ve had some pain there recently…” She told him.

“Of course…” Theo turned around, and was now staring straight at her absolutely delectable flank. His eyes widened, “O-of course.” He repeated, gulping once again as he slowly began to massage her lower back, his eyes never leaving her flank. He hated that he couldn’t just dig his hands into her rear, it looked so plush and warm. His boner was now beginning to come to prominence, and was now both large and hard enough for them both to notice. “Does this f-feel alright?”

Luna was blushing, and happy Theo couldn’t see her do as such. “Y-yes it does… d-don’t stop.”

“I-I won’t.” He assured, his hands slowly moving downwards as he tried to ease all the pain she may have been feeling before. “Um… L-Luna…” He whispered, shifting a bit to try to remove his erection from her back.

“Yes?” She asked, her voice low and husky. Luna didn’t even realize just what she sounded like, now… she was so relaxed, and fairly aroused by the sheer size of Theo’s approval, she just could help but sound like she did right then.

Theo tensed up, biting down hard on his lip. “I uh… um… gods… there’s nothing that can make this ‘worse’ than it is…” He said jokingly, “W-when I saw you nude earlier… I, uh… you’re breathtaking.” He said firmly. “And um… I don’t… really think you need to change anything about yourself… you’re already perfect. So… damned perfect.” His hands stopped just short of her waist, only to pull back as he turned around and got up, not wanting to push her anymore than he just had.

Luna shuddered at the absence of warmth, gasping a little- a sound so cute it nearly broke the sexual tension- before she looked up at Theo. Her eyes were half-lidded in thinly veiled lust, cheeks red with the same. “Th-Theo…why did you stop?”

Theo sat down on the edge of the bed, his head in his hands. “N-no w… we shouldn’t be doing this…” He mumbled to himself, now shaking his head. “I-it’s… wr… wro…” He couldn’t manage to push the last word out, almost like it was a horrible thing to even think, let alone say.

Finally coming back to her senses, Luna let out a much more horrified gasp. “Th-this… we, you, I-I…” She trailed off, her shirt reappearing as she sat up.

“I’m so sorry… I didn’t think this would happen… I didn’t want it to happen…” Theo mumbled, “I don’t know what came ov-”

“Let’s…” Luna interrupted him. “Perhaps… w-we should just sleep. And… and maybe you should put your shirt back on.” She said, looking away. “I… I think that would be best.”

Theo remained silent as he stood up and nearly ran into the bathroom. He came out moments later with a shirt on, refusing to look up at Luna. “M… maybe I should find another room to sleep in.” He sighed quietly.

“No!” Luna said, her gaze returning to him, and she forced it to stay at his face and not everything below. “N-no, I… despite all this… I… I need you here. It would not do for the Princess of Dreams to have a nightmare…”

Theo looked up at her, now walking to the bed. “N-no… no it wouldn’t…” He crawled back into the bed, pulling the blankets over top of himself.

Luna lay on her side, fidgeting nervously until she slowly slid her hand over to Theo’s, gasping it. “I’m sorry… for…”

“No… no don’t be.” Theo said, squeezing her hand. “I… it…” He trailed off for a moment. “It… felt right…” He sighed quietly, pulling her hand up and nuzzling it. “I love you, Luna.” His voice was soft, and she was meant to hear those words.

“I love you too, Theodore.” She whispered back, unclasping her hand from his to cup Theo’s cheek. Her voice went soft as well, but too much so for him to hear, saying, “Perhaps… more than a sister should…”

Theo scooted closer, though not enough so their bodies were touching. Even without it though, she could feel the warmth of his being, “Good night.” He said, smiling a little as he laid his head down, his hand caressing her cheek lovingly, in a fashion similar to when she was much younger, nothing but the purest form of love in his touch. “Sweet dreams.” He smiled warmly, grabbing her free hand and holding it close.

“Good night, Theodore.” Luna replied. “And the same to you.”