Arianna

Well, today is the day. The day I travel out of the comfortable confines of the castle and into Equestria itself or I should say the promised visit to Ponyville. Ari had informed me of the trip the night before. Of course I panicked a little.

"I'm not liking the idea sweetheart. I mean, I'm okay dealing with Twilight, but dealing with the whole town? I can barely deal with court or limited visits into Canterlot without freaking out." Sighing, I walked to the balcony and looked out over the city. "The last five years I have hidden myself from the world and I have not missed it. You being at my side helps yes, but I'm so fucked up in the head because of my family that I..." I trailed off on my thought, but when you have a beautiful alicorn mare shut you up with a kiss that shows how much you mean to her, it's easy to do.

"I will be with you for eternity, Tor. Always at your side like I have been since the day I joined your life. Even though I was only gone a little while to you, the thousand years I experienced was torture. In the time for me in between, I realized that what I felt for you had grown from the concern of a friend to the love that I hoped you would return one day. I can say that I am complete now and I will do everything I can to help you become the man you once was."

Stunned is the word I would use to describe what I was at that moment. Here I was, standing with a being that had just promised me to be at my side for all of time. Who wanted me, for me. Nothing more, nothing less. Placing my forehead against hers, I stared into her eyes and uttered one word.

"Together?"

"Till Luna's stars fall."

Since I have a very strong aversion to flying, we took the train. It was a nice fourty five minute ride where all we did was cuddle while watching the scenery pass by. When we arrived at Ponyville, I was greeted by a quaint little village that reminded me of my hometown. Stepping out onto the platform, we was welcomed by Twilight, her five friends and I would say half the town.

"Stay calm. I'm right here beside you" Ari whispered in my ear. Nodding, I walked up to the youngest Princess and greeted her.

"Hello Twilight. It's good to see you again."

"It's good to see you too Vatore" she replied back smiling. "Let me introduce you to my friends. We have Rarity, Fluttershy, Applejack, Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie." As she named them, she pointed to the corresponding pony in turn. Each had friendly smiles, but the last one. A pink earth pony, she had a manic grin and was unbelievably, vibrating where she stood. I took a step back in concern wondering what was wrong with her. When Twilight noticed my backstep, she looked at the pony in question and spoke to her.

"Pinkie? Remember what I said. I know your excited to meet somepony new, but Vatore doesn't need that kind of reaction from you. Not your normal reactions anyway" I heard Twilight grumble out. I watched as Pinkie visibly calmed down, but the manic grin stayed. Taking a calming breath myself I looked back to Twilight.

"So, what's the game plan Twilight?" She looked at me with the head cocked puppy dog position until Ari translated.

"Tor is asking what your planning Twilight." Comprehension dawned before she smiled.

"Oh, sorry. Your vernacular threw me off Vatore. My plan was to I've you a small tour as we made our way to my castle followed by a small reception. If that's ok with you of course" she asked with a cheesy grin.

"I think I can handle that" I replied to her.

"Good! Shall we" She prompted waving a hoof.

I will say this. Ponyville is a nice place. It's quiet, friendly and looks safe, but I know what it is actually like. I just hope the monster of the week shows up while I'm here. By the time we had arrived at the town square, a small following had joined us. Of course my nerves was starting to show and I was fidgiting. Twilight was about to say something to the crowd when I heard someone speak and it was a word I was not prepared for.

"Daddy?" No! It couldn't be! It's been five years, but I know that voice. Turning, my eyes fell upon a dark blue earth pony filly with a blond mane and tail. But it was her eyes that sealed the deal. They was the same ice blue eyes I see when I look in the mirror.

"Midnight? No! Why are you here? How are you here? Wasn't it enough that you, your brothers and mother ruined my life?" I was in a full blow panic. Standing in front of me in pony form was my baby girl. The one who had hurt me the most when she said I was a bad father. I've got to get away from her I thought before the lights went out.

Arianna's pov

I was in shock. Standing there was one of the people responsible for the hell my Vatore had been through. When he hit the ground, my reaction was instant. Gathering him up I looked at Twilight.

"I'm taking him to the hospital. Send a letter to Celestia asking her to send Tor's doctor immediately." I looked at Midnight and frowned. "And take Midnight to your castle. I will deal with her when I've seen to my mate." I didn't wait for a response as I had cast a teleportation spell. When it finished, I looked around for a nurse or doctor and when I found one, I shouted for their attention. Running up to me the nurse took one look and started shouting for some help.

"I've sent for his doctor already. She'll arrive soon." Nodding the nurse started to check him over.

"We'll take it from here Princess. He'll be okay."