Victory over the light.

by Star_Shade

Chapter [6] Hideaways and future developments.

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Having re-read the new prophecy, Dawn Lighter looked around, searching the room for something to hold the book. Locating a saddlebag, she also looked around to see if anypony had seen her, but the tree house was empty. Grabbing the saddlebag, she teleported back to the castle, and went searching for Queen Nightmare Moon.

Stopping for a moment, Dawn Lighter went to establish a connection with Nightmare Moon. She found her working with Spike on some important documents. Creating a clear direction, DL went the most direct route, crisscrossing through the many hallways and rooms. Finally arriving at the correct room, DL busted in, without knocking.

“Queen Nightmare Moon, if I could have your attention please.” She said

“Not now Dawn Lighter, I have some important documents that I need to get finished.” Said Nightmare Moon without even looking up.

“I think you should divert your attention to what I have found, it is in the utmost of importance.” Said DL.

“Not now Dawn Lighter! I must finish these papers.” Said Nightmare Moon, almost shouting as she looked up.

“Trust me, this is more important than those documents.” Said DL.

“What?! What is it then?” Said Nightmare Moon.

“It might be better to be said without prying ears listening in.” Said DL.

“I trust Spike, and anyway, who do we have to fear? We have no enemies yet.” Said Nightmare Moon.

“I know, but this is important. It involves, the Book of Prophecies and Predictions.” Said DL.

Explanation dawned on Nightmare Moon as she came into grasp the importance of such a book. She had known that her return was prophesied but did not know the specifics. “Well then, Spike, we can finish this work later, you are free to go.” Said Nightmare Moon.

Spike burning with curiosity, but not wanting to upset the Queen, quickly packed his belongings and left the room. Dawn Lighter soon emptied the contents that were in her saddlebag for Nightmare Moon to see. As Spike was leaving, he heard that Dawn Lighter had found a few new lines in the Prophecy, and the development of a new one. Yet before he could listen any further, he found himself already out of the room, with the door swinging behind him. Still curious, he put his head to the door, hoping to overhear something. Yet it seemed that there was something blocking the sound of the conversation that was going on inside the room.

“Oh well, I should tell Flutter Moon this. She would know what to do right now.” Said Spike, deciding to head to Flutter Moon’s cottage.


Meanwhile inside the room, Dawn Lighter finished the spell that soundproofed the room. “Their, now we shall have no one able to overhear us as we speak. Now, as I was saying, I believe I have found a new Prophecy. Not only did this book Prophecy of your return, but also, if any who were unable to retrieve the elements of harmony, to turn to the next page. And on this next page it gives a prophecy of five characters, and a coming war.”

“A war? But against who? We have no rivalry against any nation.” Said Nightmare Moon.

“It might not mean a war against other nations, but more of a civil war. A war with a rebellion.” Said DL. “As you can also remember, my host and her friends attempted to gain the Elements of Harmony. Thankfully you were able to destroy the Elements and defeat them. Now however, your story is not over.”

“Great, just after my takeover, I have another prophecy to worry about.” Said Nightmare Moon.

“I have some stuff that I have to think about too. But in the meantime, I think the best place to hide this book is in a special place, but where?” Wondered DL.

"Well where else to hide a book than the library?" Said Nightmare Moon. "In fact, inside the library, I have the perfect spot for it. A secret room that Celestia and I had used to keep books of importance in. If we place that book there, it will be well hidden from prying eyes.” Said Nightmare Moon.

“Perfect, lead the way then my Queen.” Said DL.


As they were heading out, they whispered theories to each other about who the five characters could be. “Do you think one of the characters could be one of us?” Said DL.

“It is too early to tell. Who knows, maybe I will not have to deal with any rebellion for another one thousand years. Maybe right now the rebellion is starting. Regardless we must be ready for anything. So, for now, hiding the book in the secret chamber will be the best plan of action until something new develops.” Said Nightmare Moon.

“What else is hidden inside this secret library of yours? How come my host has never heard of it?” Said DL.

“Celestia and I had been keeping old and dangerous spell books inside. Knowledge can be a dangerous thing to give freely. You and I will spend much more time here, going over quite a few books that will help you in your power. Some spells neither I nor Celestia had ever tried them.” Said Nightmare Moon.

“What kind of books?” Asked DL.

“Some of these books teach you how to summon great beings of power and bend them to your will. Others teach spells that strengthen different areas in the body, such as wing power, physical strength, and even magical strength. Though all of them have not been tested, only hypothesized.” Said Nightmare Moon. “Spells that could only work on magical creatures, such as us ponies. So the author had mostly scrapped his ideas, but kept some of his work written down. Most of them would never be allowed to be used nowadays, because they were never tested and highly dangerous.” Said Nightmare Moon.


Opening the secret passageway, which was done by pulling down two books with a star and moon logo on them, they entered, and both looked around. They both noticed that the place had gained a great amount of dust and was unkempt. "Further proof that Celestia never did anything here." Said Nightmare Moon.

They both spent an hour combing through the book, trying to see if they could gleam any new information from it. Both were unsuccessful in their finding. After placing the book in a pedestal, both sat back watching the book, expecting something to happen.

“Well, like I said earlier, this place will be perfect for hiding the book. Next to no one knows that this place exists, and I doubt Celestia has told any of the nobles.” Said Nightmare Moon. “That will be all the studying of that book for now, leave it as is until something else happens that we can connect to the prophecy.”

“Are you sure this place is unknown to the nobles? I wouldn’t want somepony snooping around here looking for trouble.” Questioned DL.

“Yes yes I am sure that it is safe. If you want, I can place a detection spell that will alert you or me if somepony other than us two open this book without our permission. Will that calm your paranoia?” Said Nightmare Moon.

With a simple nod of approval from DL, Nightmare Moon turned to cast the spell on the book. “There, now we will be alerted if the book is moved. I think it is time for us to retire for the night.”

“Very well, goodnight my Queen.” Said DL.

“Good night Dawn Lighter.” Said Nightmare Moon, as they both headed back to their quarters.


Author's Note

Edit: Added just a few spelling/grammatical edits. Please tell me if you find anything wrong spelling/grammar wise, I really appreciate it!

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