The king stood in front of our heroes, no longer under the earth pony transformation he had on when they had entered. He was a Draconequus, just like Discord looking similar but with very Different features that set him apart from the lord of chaos.

The king’s slate gray colored head with a white curled mane going down the back of his neck, on top of his head was a deer antler and next to it a curled light blue horn, the crown was now a circlet wrapped around his head. His eyes had changed as well, the outer color of his eyes was now yellow and his pupils a solid green.

From the end of his neck to where his deep green dragon tail began, was covered in smooth silvery fur as soft as a rabbit’s, one of his arms was that of a tiger bright orange with black stripes, the other the claw of an falcon, his legs remained pony like in nature, matching the dark grey color of his head still wearing his emerald green shoes, and on his back were a pair of white Pegasus wings, which looked stunning in the light of the setting sun shining in from the windows

Discord stood in shock, his jaw practically on the floor at the sudden revelation. Sketch Melody, Flare Spark, and Talon sharing his exact expression.

“Oh. My. Celestia…” Sketch breathed out, her bright blue eyes taking in every detail.
“I didn’t think there were other beings like Discord.” Flare Spark added.
Discord teleported next to the king, getting a closer look at the other draconequus. “How is this possible?” He poked the king’s side. “It’s so… surprising, yet… Chaotic.”
“I am quite intrigued to see you as well.” The king replied.
“It was a bit of a shocking reveal you made King Obsidian.” Talon pointed out respectfully. “This whole time, the kingdom and I thought you were an earth pony.”

“My apologies,” Obsidian chuckled at the comment. “The only others who know of my true appearance are my wife, my son, and Asher.”
“And your son must be half draconequus.” Discord stated, getting a nod from the king.
“That is correct,” the king confirmed. “My son Prince Emerald, is half Draconequus half Unicorn.”
“Now that is something I’ve never seen,” Discord commented looking very amused. “Well aside from the surprising reveal from moments ago.”

The king placed his paw behind his head a nervous smile on his lips. “I guess I was a little excited seeing someone like myself.”
“That would be an understatement, your highness,” Asher commented, the tone his voice sounding like he had seen the king do this before.
“Your comment has wounded me, General.” Obsidian laughed.
“You seem fine your highness,” Asher replied, turning his gaze at Sketch Melody, Flare Spark, and Talon as discord proofed back next to them. “We need to get back to the matter at hand.”

“Ah Yes, of course.” The king nodded, sitting back down on his throne. "You are here about my quest as Asher informed?"
“Yes, your highness.” Sketch answered with a smile. “we came here to accept the quest to find the prince."
The king smiled. “Thank you, it warms my heart to finally see someone offering their help, may I ask who you four are?”

Sketch Melody looked to Talon, Flare Spark, and Discord before looking back at the king and Asher, her face full of determination and her chest full of fear and excitement at the same time.

"I am Sketch Melody," the unicorn greeted with a polite smile.
"I'm Flare Spark!" Flare Spark grinned. "Our Draconquis friend is Discord."
"I am Talon." Talon smiled with a bow.
"Lovely to meet you all." The king chuckled. “It warms my heart that you are taking the quest, you are the first to come forward.”
“No one has come forward.” Asher snarled.

“No one?” Sketch asked eyes widened.
“I am afraid not,” Obsidian replied. “They fear mostly for their own lives.”
“And the guards?” Talon inquired.
“They do not wish to volunteer either,” Asher answered in a low growl.
“Cowards,” Asher growled to himself, not knowing that Sketch could hear him.
"Wow, they don't sound very reliable." Flare Spark grimaced. “But what about this disappearance is scaring everyone?”
“It's the manner in which my son has vanished,” Obsidian answered grimly.
“When Prince Emerald vanished, a dark cloud had descended upon the castle,” Asher told them. “Within a moment the Prince and the Heart of kings were gone.”

Sketch levitated her pad of paper and a pencil in her magic, finding this to be a good time to take notes on what was going on.

“Where did it come from?” Sketch inquired.
“We aren’t sure,” Obsidian answered. “But we have reports of its latest sightings, in a place that is a couple days away.”
“Was there anyone who witnessed the disappearance?” Flare Spark asked a small tone of Nervousness leaking though.
“My wife did, but she doesn’t remember much.” Obsidian supplied.
“That's not a lot of information to go on.” Talon frowned.

King Obsidian offered a sad smile his eyes gleaming the same emotion, He stood up from where he sat, now standing in front of his throne, his wings drooped behind him. There was a tense air in the room. Nobody had anything to say, mostly because no one how to voice their thoughts. Other questions invaded their minds.

“I understand if this new information has made any of you change your mind.” The king lamented with sympathy.
“No way!” Sketch smiled. “ I haven't changed my mind about this.”
“Me either.” Discord proclaimed, teleporting over to King Obsidian’s side.
“You can count me in too!” Talon chimed in proudly.

Flare Spark was the only one who hadn't spoken, a small unsure look on her face, many thoughts going through her head.

“I’m not sure…” Flare Spark finally spoke. “Not just because of the whole situation, but I can’t be away from my store.”
“Then why did you come along with us?” Discord asked, looking confused
“I thought this was only going to be a one day adventure.” Flare Spark spoke.
“An adventure like this takes way more than a day!” Discord stated.
“Well, why don’t we find a different adventure.” Flare Spark suggested.
“We can’t just let these people stuffer or let their prince go on missing.” Sketch protested. “Especially since no one has volunteered!”
“So?” Flare Spark asked, her eyes narrowed at her friend. “That Asher guy looks like he can handle it, and I’m not sticking around!”

The Room fell silent, Sketch Melody and Flare Spark locked in an intense glaring contest. The tension felt so thick that it could be cut with a knife. Suddenly, Sketch broke her gaze, her expression looked neutral, even though Discord hadn’t known Sketch for long, he felt that expression was not one that seemed to suit her

“If you want to go back then that's ok,” Sketch told her. “You have a lot more going on, but I am staying here.”
“Are you sure?” Flare Spark inquired.
Sketch Melody nodded. “Yes, and even though this is going to separate us, I will respect your choice, even if I don’t like it.”

Flare Spark stayed silent, looking to Discord, her face still holding a frown, Discord held a neutral expression but seemed to be awaiting a response from the purple Pegasus mare.

“I would like to go home.” Flare Spark replied.
“That can be arranged.” Discord replied a simple snap of his fingers a portal opening. “Right this way.”
“Right…” Flare Spark nodded, walking to the portal stopping in front of it before turning to face everyone. “Goodbye…”

King Obsidian and Asher’s jaws seemed to drop to the floor at the portal’s sudden appearance. Flare Spark then turned around and walked through the portal, Discord closing it behind her. Talon turned his head to Sketch who looked upset, He went to speak when she turned around towards the king, signaling that she didn’t want to talk. He felt it best to talk to her about it later.

Author's Note

I'm Finally back!! XD Sorry it took so long! I had computer issues

Anyway! for those interested, I have posted a picture of King Obsidian over on my Deviantart :3
I hope you all like this part and I plan on getting Part Five done Asap!

I don't own mlp it belongs to our overlords over at Hasbro!

have a good day/night :3