Fluttershy wouldn't exactly call herself a very “confident” Pony. Sure she had her moments of full blown confidence but they are very few and far between. Stuff like that was more to kin to Rainbow Dash and her over confidence in herself which isn't a bad thing but it has gotten Rainbow Dash in trouble a few times. If Fluttershy had even a third of Rainbow’s over confidence she could do so much more.

But that never stopped anyone from asking Fluttershy for favors or anything else. Including discord who was currently doing his normal thing in her house at that moment.

“Fluttershy you must simply try this lava tea. It's better than you think it is hehhe” discord giggled. Fluttershy came out of the kitchen to find her living room was covered in lava that somehow wasn't burning up her cottage. Good thing she let all of her animals outside before discord came. Despite the chaos Fluttershy always enjoyed Discord's company.

“Discord, you know you have to clean this stuff up when you leave right?” Fluttershy asked while walking over the lava. She knew Discord wouldn't actually make it hot or else he would have been in big trouble. She finally managed to get to her couch that was suddenly suspended in mid air above the lava. Discord joined Fluttershy on the couch and the two sat there drinking tea for a few minutes in the sound of lava moving. The sound was calming and actually paying attention to it could make one fall asleep. Nobody would actually do that but the idea was kind of nice in a weird kind of way.

Among the peace and the quiet came a knock on the door of Fluttershy’s cottage. She wasn't expecting any guests so this had to be interesting. With an very visible annoyed snap with his fingers Discord put everything back to normal.

“Don't worry, Discord we can go back to that after I'm done with this ok?” Fluttershy said with her smile that Discord came to like after while. Discord gave her a annoyed nod but she knew that Discord was happy to hear her promise. With that Fluttershy went to her door, opened it up to find Princess Celestia standing in the sunlight.

“Oh, Princess Celestia! I wasn't expecting you today. P-please come in” Fluttershy said nervously. What could the Princess want with her? Did Fluttershy do something wrong?

“Thank you, Fluttershy. Hello there, Discord I hope this day is finding you well” the princess calmly said. There was nothing in her tone that signified any danger or worry. But that only made Fluttershy more nervous about Celestia's visit. Normally the Princesses do not show up to anyone's home unless something has gone extremely wrong. Celestia was wearing her normal dress so there was no battle taking place. Celestia took her seat next to Discord Fluttershy took her seat across from them. Truth be told seeing Celestia and Discord on the same couch together was kind of funny considering the history between the two.

“So, Princess Celestia may I ask why you are here?” Fluttershy asked. At first Celestia did not say anything. In fact by the expression on her face the Princess was fighting something in her own head. Discord could see it to but wanted Celestia to speak first.

“I--I'm sorry, Fluttershy.” Celestia voiced anxiously. Ok-- that was a red flag. Celestia looked down to floor, put her hands together and twiddle her thumbs. Another red flag certainly. Then Celestia sighed to calm herself down. What was she so on edge about? “.. Fluttershy, you are one of the most bravest Ponies Equestria has ever known. On Equestria’s behalf I came here to-- ask you for your service for a very important case or mission as it would be” Celestia claimed.

Fluttershy looked at Discord who in turn was just as confused as she was. “Important mission” she said what could be so important that she would ask Fluttershy of all Ponies. Celestia knew Rainbow Dash or Pinkie Pie would've just said yes without know any of the important facts and details. So why not ask them instead? Hell, even Twilight would take the chance to impress Princess Celestia again even tho she wouldn't need to.

“You don't do cryptic messages, Celestia. So this has to good from a entertainment perspective haha!” Discord mocked. Fluttershy didn't like the mocking but she had to agree with Discord on this one.
“Princess, just please tell me what you have on your mind. I'm willing to hear you out” Fluttershy softly proclaimed. The Princess looked up at Fluttershy and gave her a soft smile and a nod as a reply. However again Celestia was nervous about the words that were supposed to be coming out of from her mouth.

“T-t-there’s no easy way for me to say this but here's here's goes nothing. Fluttershy-- I would.. Like.. You to use your skills in helping a Pony who's in deep trouble” Celestia said. She watched Fluttershy’s attention switch from her to Discord. She didn't care what Discord had to say on the matter. But Celestia knew Fluttershy cared deeply. She watched Fluttershy nod to Discord.

“What do you mean by “helping”, Celestia?” Discord's tone was harsh but he meant well. He would do absolutely anything to protect Fluttershy from harm. And Celestia's message wasn't exactly helping her at the moment.

“Reformation like what she did with you, Discord” Celestia replied. That peaked Discord's interest. With that peaked interest Discord snapped his fingers and some popcorn appeared in front of him.

“This should be good. Who's Fluttershy’s next victim then hmm?” Discord questioned while taking a few bites of the popcorn. His chewing was loud and annoying until Fluttershy’s eyes told him to stop with her saying anything.

Again Celestia signed “.. King Sombra..”

Discord and Fluttershy literally froze in place. Time figuratively froze. Did they hear that name correctly? King Sombra-- that King Sombra? The very same one who tried to take over the Crystal Empire and hurt everyone in his way? That King Sombra?! Celestia could see the amount of mixed emotions in Fluttershy’s face.

“I know this may come as a major shock to you Fluttershy. I'm willing to explain the situation if you will hear me out” Celestia calmly voiced. Fluttershy slowly nodded. Celestia gave Fluttershy time to calm herself down from the panic and shock of hearing Sombra was somehow still alive. “Me and Luna found him in the frozen cold mountains of Crystal Empire. He was weak, beaten, and low on magic. We couldn't just leave him there so we took in and healed him back to moderate health. Of course he didn't want anything to do with us since.. You know. But anyway we tried to everything we could do to help him but he only wants one thing” Celestia finished.

“That thing is what exactly?” Fluttershy asked curiously with a raised eyebrow.

“Execution.” Celestia said without hesitation. Again Fluttershy froze.

“H-he.. Wants..-”

“So do it then” Discord interrupted. Discord's voice showed no mercy towards the situation. “Honestly, Princess I don't know why you're here you could've just-”

“DISCORD!” Fluttershy yelled. That shocked both of her guests. “Let me please hear the Princess out before you anything else please!” Fluttershy said directly staring into Discord's eyes. To Celestia's surprise Discord actually kept quiet. When he did that Fluttershy turned her attention back to Celestia. “I'm sorry, Princess Celestia please continue.”

“Uh right well-- you see, Fluttershy I believe you are the only Pony in Equestria that can make King Sombra live a peaceful life instead of one pure hate. When I look into his eyes I see a Pony crying out for some kind help. I know we can't erase all the hate he has for me and Luna but I can't stand seeing a soul crying out for help and getting nothing for it” Celestia said with passionest undertone. Fluttershy noticed how hard Celestia was holding her hands together. The Princess did actually want to help Sombra from the bottom of her heart.

“Princess Celestia, I believe you. However, Why me? Why not Rainbow Dash? Pinkie Pie? Or Twilight?” Fluttershy asked.

Celestia shook her head “Your friends would crack under the pressure.”

Without recognizing she actually did it; Fluttershy stood up “Excuse me, Princess?!” Fluttershy angrily voiced. Celestia put her hands up defensively.

“Please understand, Fluttershy I don't mean they are weak. Far from it. I'm simply saying that when it gets to a point things will get heated and your will friends would step out of the Kitchen” Celestia replied. Celestia watched Fluttershy shake her head in disbelief.

“Prove it, Prove to me that my friends would stop” Fluttershy said while holding her fist to her chest. Celestia was actually glad Fluttershy said that. This caused Celestia to smile.

“The proof is standing or rather sitting right next to me, my little pony” Celestia replied. Fluttershy stopped and looked at Discord who was sitting there paying attention to this conversation. “You have a God of chaos wrapped around your fingers. Your best friends with a potential Dragon Lord in Spike. Your human half saved one of my best students in Sunset Shimmer. But most importantly, Fluttershy, you have a gift for healing the sick. I believe you can use that power for healing King Sombra.” Celestia did speak the truth and the attempt stroke Fluttershy’s ego seemed to work a little bit.

Princess Celestia is correct when she said those things. However I still feel like I'm not the right Pony for this-- there has to be… N..No..There really isn't anyone else is there? Oh well… Fight the fear I guess. But wait there's a few details I'm missing about this Fluttershy thought to herself. Celestia never really seen Fluttershy in deep thought like this. It was something to behold. But just in case, Celestia prepared herself for any questions Fluttershy might have.

“What does Princess Luna have to say about this?” Fluttershy questioned. Celestia actually liked the fact Fluttershy was taking the time to ask the correct questions.

“It took some convincing but I eventually got her to go along with this plan. Trust me when I say it wasn't easy” Celestia replied truthfully. Fluttershy nodded but Celestia knew there was more questions coming.

“Do I have a time limit?”

“No you do not. We would never do that to you, Fluttershy” Celestia smiled at her. This put Fluttershy’s mind at ease. But she still had one more question.

“I'm assuming that If I fail-”

“You won't fail. You won't come even close to that” the amount of confidence Celestia spoke with put Fluttershy in a tough position.

She has this much hope in me? She actually believes I won't fail.. But what if I do.. No.. No.. If Princess Celestia believes I won't fail then I won't fail!

Fluttershy sighed deeply “Princess Celestia, I-- I'll try my best help him” Fluttershy spoke with vigor. In a unexpected move the Princess jumped up with joy and hugged Fluttershy so tightly that it started to hurt.

“Princess too-- tight!” Fluttershy painfully said.

“Um.. Oops sorry, Fluttershy. From the bottom of my heart I thank you for taking this on. And I promise you your reward will be the best thing of your life” Celestia promised. Fluttershy rubbed the back of her head thinking about what to say next. The thought of the reward never really crossed her mind until Celestia mentioned it. But there's no time to worry about it now.

“So.. When do I start, Princess?” Fluttershy questioned while crossing her arms.

“When do you think You're ready?” Celestia responded. Fluttershy looked around her cottage she worried about her animals and what about her friends? Luckily the Princess already had Fluttershy covered.

“Don't worry about it, Fluttershy I'll send over the best animal caretakers in Equestria to take care of your cottage. As for your friends I'll let them know about your doing and besides you'll be able to send them letters to” Celestia said happily. It was Fluttershy turns to get jumpy with a little joy. Then Fluttershy ran out of the living room to prepare but then came back just as quickly.

“I forgot to ask but I figured I have to stay in the castle for a while don't I?” Fluttershy asked. Celestia nodded although she didn't want to. Fluttershy didn't seem to mind that fact which put Celestia's mind at ease.

When Fluttershy went back up to her bedroom Celestia finally noticed the pissed off aura coming from Discord.

“If you think I'm letting my best friend go through with this you are out of your mind, Celestia” Celestia turned to Discord and to say he wanted hit Celestia would be a massive understatement.

“Discord we're friends right? Or whatever your definition of a “friend” is. All I'm asking is that you trust me on this one. She's a strong Pony and I believe in her. You should to” Celestia voiced strongly.

“I trust Fluttershy. It's you and Sombra who I Don't trust. Do you really think I'm a fool Celestia? You still-” Discord's statement got interrupted Celestia's magic. She had Discord by throat. It was Celestia's turn to get angry.

“If you finish that sentence I swear I'll kill you!?” Celestia voiced viciously. Those words meant nothing to Discord as he was forced to chuckle at them. This only made Celestia tighten her grip.

“You couldn't do it with the elements, Princess. What hope do you have without them hmm?” Discord mocked. As a response Celestia would bring Discord's ear to her mouth.

“I never needed the elements you idiot. All I need to do is endlessly burn you I think you know what I mean by that don't you, Sweetie?” Just to scare Discord Celestia licked his ear and bit it hard. Discord jumped back in fear. He knew what those singles meant and he didn't want to deal with her again. To add on top of that Celestia right eye was cat like and bright orange. Celestia calmed down quickly and she went back to normal.

“Woah hehehe sorry about that, Discord. Didn't mean to scare you like that. However I'm dead serious about this and I hope you understand that” Celestia said calmly while looking away from Discord.

“Yeah.. Yeah.. I got it.. However if she even gets the slightest bit of a scar anywhere on her body-”

“I'll look forward to our fight then” Celestia finished.

As if on cue Fluttershy came down from her bedroom with a suitcase full of clothes and other things she needed. Celestia and Discord felt Fluttershy’s determination radiating off her. It was awesome to see that this cute shy Pony was actually ready to take this mission on.

“Princess Celestia, before we go I have one condition you must abide by” Fluttershy said. Celestia didn't expect this but considering what Fluttershy was doing she would accept it. Fluttershy pointed at Discord and herself “If you two even think about hurting each other I'll punish you both” that was it. Fluttershy walked past a completely stunned Princess and God of chaos. She opened the door and left them both alone. Celestia and Discord looked at each other and genuinely laughed out loud. Not at the threat but at Fluttershy for actually have the balls to say it and mean it.

“See, that's why she won't fail. That calm fire within her shines so bright when she turns it on. I just wish she would recognize that. Anyway duty calls I'll see you later, Discord. Come by for tea sometime this is gonna take a while I'm sure” Celestia voiced walking to the front door.

“Yeah I'll do that. Just make sure she knows I said good luck” Discord replied. Celestia put up a thumbs-up and went outside.

Fluttershy was already in the chairoit waiting for Celestia. She got on and they headed to Canterlot Castle.

“Discord said goodbye and goodluck” Celestia said.

“I left him a letter saying goodbye to him and that I'll be fine. There was a little portal in my room leading to his house so I dropped it off there. Hehehe he's gonna be surprised” Fluttershy’s giggle was intoxicating enough for Celestia to follow along with it.

Fluttershy stood at the top of the staircase leading down into the Castle dungeon. There was no turning back now and when Fluttershy took the first step down Celestia's words washed over her.

“All of us believes in you Fluttershy. Remember that and you won't fail” Fluttershy repeated over and over again until she the bottom of the staircase. There were two guards at the bottom of the stairs that escorted her to King Sombra’s cell. He was locked up in chains that didn't seem to stretch out very far. He saw the guards open up his cell what didn't expect was them walking back to where they came and leaving him and the mysterious mare behind. Even tho Sombra was laying down he still had this intimidating air around him. The general darkness around the dungeon didn't help either.

This mysterious mare took two steps instead the cell and was instantly hit by dread. That feeling hugged her like a suit like that was too tight. Not even twenty seconds in and she's already sweating. It was pathetic to witness.

this child can't be serious Sombra thought to himself.

“H-hello t-t-there, Sombra. My name is F-F-Fluttersh-yy and I was assigned by Princess Celestia to help y-you” Fluttershy nervously said. Ok that was a good start at least. Fluttershy waited Sombra to say something but nothing came. He simply looked at her with his sharp bright red eyes that were certainly intimidating. Not to Sombra’s surprise, this mare continued to talk. “Are you hurt anywhere?” She asked curiously. Fluttershy tried to look for signs of Sombra hurting but since he was laying down in the darkest part of his cell it was a waste of effort.

Was this innocent little child crazy? Why would anyone ask that to a prisoner especially to him? Why did she even care in the first place? Celestia must've not cared for this one at all. Fluttershy took one step forward towards Sombra. She was about to take another but then Sombra grunted. That actually scared Fluttershy just enough to make her freeze in her tracks. Yeah this mare was completely innocent almost too innocent. That meant she could be easily manipulated which was a very good thing for Sombra.

“Princess Celestia.. Told me what happened.. I'm sorry they have you locked up like this. Can't be fun I imagine” Fluttershy solfy spoke. Again Sombra didn't speak. This was was gonna take a while and she wasn't leaving until she Sombra spoke at least a word.

For the next hour or so Fluttershy tried to get Sombra to say something. Anything would do. But he simply refused to talk about anything. Fluttershy even sat down on dirty floors to make Sombra make comfortable. She only had a few ideas left before she to leave to come up with new ones to make him talk. That's when Fluttershy remembered something important; his execution.

“Wait, King Sombra do you think I'm here to kill you?” Fluttershy recoiled at the word kill. She hated using it for very obvious reasons.

“Yes” Sombra replied with no emotion behind it.

Yes! He actually replied. Ok take it very slowly, Fluttershy don't lose this now

“Why do you think that? If you don't mind me asking that is” Fluttershy voiced. She could feel Sombra’s eyes scanning her body for any hint of trouble. Sombra tried his hardest but couldn't find it and it kinda pissed him off. Was this Celestia's sick game? To send this innocent mare down here just to torture him? Well it was working and he had no choice but to play along.

“Just get it over with already” Sombra demanded. When Fluttershy didn't move an inch he simply shook his head and rested his head on his arms no longer paying attention to the mare in front of him. If she actually decide to attack him he could handle it. The sound of quiet washed over him but that quickly went away when Fluttershy spoke up again.

“I don't have the power to hurt anyone. Although you already know that by the way you looked at me. I'll leave for now since you're no longer interested in talking. Goodnight, King Sombra” Fluttershy respectfully stated. Fluttershy left the jail cell leaving King Sombra alone. He did not bother to watch her leave.

Celestia what kind of game do you think you're playing at? This child is gonna get herself killed Sombra thought to himself.

Author's Note

I'm gonna have so much fun writing this story hehe~ hopefully you guys enjoy it. As always I appreciate any positive and negative feedback you have :)