Lauren McNeigh

Lauren was having yet another dream, having tea with the Mane Six. It was a cold winter night, but to them, it was always sunny.

“More tea, darling Lauren?” Rarity asked as she lifted the teapot with magic.

“I guess” Lauren said.

“Ooh! Did you know that Freaks could actually visit the other dimensions, Lauren?” Twilight asked as she read from the book.

“You’re such an egghead, Twilight. Everypony knows that” Rainbow smirked.

“Um, would that explain how I met Fluttershout?” Fluttershy asked.

Applejack’s ears perked up as she sniffed the air. “Do any of ya’ll smell that?”

Pinkie smiled. “Oh, that’s just a Brony dying”

“A Brony dying?!”

“Oh no! Quickly! We must save them and Lauren! We have to wake her up!” Twilight cried frantically.

“Wake up, Lauren!” the Mane Six yelled altogether.

Lauren woke up with a jolt. She shook at what her friends-slash-creations said a while back in her dream. A brony dying? That had to be a lie. She was fully aware that Bronies and Pegasisters were the fans of her creation, “My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic”. Bronies were boys while Pegasisters were girls. To hear a fan of her creation was dying was somewhat horrifying. She was even more worried if they were even a child.

Later on that day, she found out that a Brony had just committed suicide by getting run over by a train. His name was Adam Smith, and was only 16 years old. The reason why was because he was accused of plagiary. And even though he apologized, he was being scoffed at and every other fan hated him. He wanted to put up a café, but now that would never happen. Lauren felt upset about a young person just ending it all.

After a year had passed, Lauren had almost forgotten about the whole incident. She later on met with the rest of the fans in her Wonderland, learning from them that the story lived on. She was getting worried about Queen Faust in case she returned and the fact that she was like a dictator, and that the rest of them were living in fear of her.

Lauren later on found out that Hazel and Hester were once kidnapped by Antis due to something called “Hidebrit”. She learned information about Hester’s secret status as a Hidebrit, and that Hidebrits were able to make a weapon that could defeat Anti-Bronies and Anti-Pegasisters. Hazel also explained that Adam Smith was the supposed Hidebrit, but because he’s dead, the Gene went into Hester.

After a year since that happened, Lauren still visited her Wonderland and fans but felt something was wrong. She was lying in bed that night, a Twilight doll in her arms, and was staring at the ceiling.

“It’s alright, dear. It’s all a dream” Craig whispered as he gave Lauren a kiss. “Maybe that little Twilight doll will help”

As Craig drifted off to sleep, Lauren held the doll closer to her. As she held it closer, the doll turned to face her. What it said scared Lauren.

“SAVE US, LAUREN FAUST!”

Lauren screamed as she felt down the dark hole to her dreams in Wonderland. When she finally reached the ground, what she found had made her confused. Her Wonderland looked different than normal. It was completely dark. The sunny weather was gone and it was cloudy. The sky was a blood red color. It was cold and unsettling. Lauren looked up to see a familiar face standing a few feet away from her.

“Come now, Lauren. We’re very late indeed” Twilight said. She looked like herself, but was now wearing a coat with a regal collar sticking out. Though it looked very formal, its theme was really apocalyptic. Twilight said nothing else as she ran off.

Right then, Hazel and Hester appeared out of nowhere. They looked the same, save for the fact that they looked rather drained. Nonetheless, they still had their grin. The duo ran directly to Lauren as she realized she was in her Equestria Girl form.

“You’ve grown quite mangy, Hazel and Hester” Lauren remarked when the duo finally were infront of her. “But your grins are a comfort”

“How nice to see you again after such a long time, Lauren” Hazel said.

“Atleast at the times we need you most” Hester added.

“Spare me the greeting now. Wonderland’s grown quite strange. Any idea what happened? And why is Twilight in apocalyptic attire?”

“Trouble’s brewing again, Lauren” Hester said.

“Trouble? What kind? Don’t tell me your mother tried to gag you both again”

“Much worse really than our abuse, Lauren” Hazel crossed her arms.

“Apparently, while you got upset about my predecessor, Queen Faust has returned and had a little fun in your absence” Hester said.

Lauren reeled back in shock. “How did she come back?! And what has she done now?! Is she the reason Wonderland is looking apocalyptic?!”

“Things have gone awry since you last visit Lauren” Hester spoke up. “The Queen has been worse than ever. Some things have changed since your last visit, but some stayed the same. For instance, Twilight still knows a thing or two and me and Hazel ourselves don’t need a wind vane to show which way the wind blows. We can’t aid you in fight, but we can assist you in your next move and your weaponry. Let your need guide your behavior, suppress your instinct to lead”

“So what do you suggest?” Lauren asked.

Hazel picked up Hester and had the final word before disappearing. “Pursue Twilight, Lauren”

Lauren stole a smile. “Those two, one minute here, the next gone”

Lauren looked around her to see what had become of her Wonderland. She knew Queen Faust could be a dictator and all, but she never expected this much cruelty and destruction. She could barely even recognize her beautiful world. This was much more than just a place to relax in; it was a part of her. Her Creations were her children, as her Fans were her friends. Queen Faust may have gotten Wonderland this corrupt, but Lauren won’t give it up without a fight.

Taking her next steps forward, the rightful Queen began her journey.