In hopes of saving her lover from the dark magic he had absorbed, Celestia ventures into the Mirror Equestria alone. There, she unites with old and new friends who will aid her in her quest.

However, things get complicated soon, and everyone finds themselves in bigger, more dangerous trouble as they uncover dark secrets behind what's happening around them. Forced to make decisions they don't like, their morality challenged and their hope waning, the group of friends fears that saving Sombra is the least of their worries.

Note: originally posted on Herny 101's (I was the co-writer) account but he since moved on and hasn't posted anything in a while so, with his permission, I will continue it.

Co-written with AnnEldest. This is her idea.

Rated M for: language, blood and gore, intense violence, possible heated romantic scenes, and disturbing themes.

Being familiar with the Reflections comic arc is recommended.

This story has nothing to do with my other (similar) story, To Reassemble A Broken Heart. The two are set in different universes. Therefore, no previous reading is required.

Cover art by RedchetGreen. The artist hasn't responded for over a year.