Mare in the sun

When Sunset Shimmer and Garble arrived at the Golden Oka’s Tree Library, Sunset Shimmer decided to research more about Daybreaker and a way to defeat Daybreaker. Garble was bringing several books from the shelves and handing it to Sunset, “found something?” asked Garble.

Sunset Shimmer sighed as she closed the book, “no. I’ve looked in almost the entire library”

Garble looked up at the sky. The sun was setting, “I think we’d better go to town hall. The celebration will start soon ”

Sunset Shimmer looked at Garble before looking at the sky and watching the sun go down, “You’re right. We better go. After the Celebration, I continue my research”

In town hall, It already had all the ponyville ponies. Well, minus Sunset and Garble, who were already coming. Sunny Flare was on a balcony so she could open the curtain when Luna showed up, Lemon Zest was drinking lemonade, Sour Sweet was with the birds, and she wasn’t happy about that. And Indigo Zap and Sugarcoat were talking.

“Do you like this festival, Zap?” asked Sugarcoat.

Indigo Zap made a did pose, “Of course, Sugarcoat. After all, Shadowbolts perform after the festival”

“Yes. But you might also like this festival because the princess of Equestria shows up”, said Sugarcoat, not caring if Indigo Zap would be upset with what she said.

“Hey! But I do care about the Princess of Equestria!” exclaimed Indigo Zap, now angry.

Suddenly they heard the sound of running hooves. They looked back and saw Sunset Shimmer with Garble. Sugarcoat and Indigo Zap looked at Sunset Shimmer, “Sunset Shimmer! You came to the festival!”

Sunset Shimmer smiled, “Of course. I cann’t disappoint the princess”

“Sunset, do you like this festival?” asked Sugarcoat.

“Yes, Sugarcoat. Why?”

“Because somepony prefers the Shadowbolts over the princess”, said Sugarcoat as she looked angry at Indigo Zap.

“I may prefer the Shadowbolts, but I’m Loyal to the Princess!” exclaimed Indigo Zap.

Suddenly they heard the sound of birdsong. Indigo Zap, Sugarcoat, Lemon Zest, Sunset Shimmer, and Garble looked at Sour Sweet making a movement with their hooves like a conductor’s wand. When she was done, Sour Sweet was relieved that everything went well.

A spotlight went to Mayor Mare, “fillies and gentlecolts, we are here for the Winter Moon Celebration”

All ponies, except Sunset Shimmer applauded. The reason Sunset Shimmer didn’t applaud was because she feared that Daybreaker might show up.

“The Celebration where we have the longest night of the year. And today, it will be the longest night of the thousandth year. Our princess who is responsible for bringing day and night”, continued Mayor Mare.

Sunset Shimmer decided to look out a window and saw that the sun shone for a few seconds before fading into the horizon. Sunset Shimmer feared that Daybreaker had fled the sun.

“And now, we will receive ... Princess Luna!” exclaimed Mayor Mare.

The birds sang and the curtains opened. Sunny Flare looked back and didn’t see Luna, “Huh?”

Sunset Shimmer Was Getting Worried. Where Would Luna Be? “This can’t be good”

The audience ponies began to wonder what was going on. Mayor Mare tried to calm the ponies, “don’t worry. I’m sure she’ll be here soon. Surely there must be an explanation”

Lemon Zest was excited, “oh. Is it a hide and seek game?”

Sunset Shimmer wanted to believe Lemon Zest’s words to ease the tension she was having now. But she knew Luna’s reason for not being at the Celebration was because Daybreaker probably beat Luna and was now heading toward Ponyville. And it was a matter of time before Daybreaker appeared on that balcony.

Sunny Flare looked for Luna, but didn’t find her, “she’s gone!” The audience sighed in surprise.

Lemon Zest was impressed, “Wow. She is good”

Suddenly on the balcony a fire appeared. The audience sighed in surprise. Except Sunset Shimmer, who knew very well whose fire it was.

Oh no…

The fire went up and after the fire came out a white Alicorn with armor and orange helmet, the slits were orange dragon slits. The mysterious Alicorn watched the audience.

Daybreaker…

Garble, who was on Sunset’s back, passed out.

Daybreaker smiled, “ah. My loyal subjects. It’s been so long since I’ve seen your lovely, sun loving faces”

Indigo Zap was annoyed, “What did you do with our princess?!” Indigo Zap wanted to fly to Daybreaker, but was stopped by Sugarcoat, who was holding Indigo Zap’s tail by the mouth.

Daybreaker laughed at what Indigo Zap said, “Oh? Don’t you remember me? Don’t you know who I am?”

Lemon Zest already figured it was another game, “I think it’s another game. Witch of the flames. Maybe, evil queen? Oh. Princess of the flames… ”Sugarcoat popped a cupcake in his mouth.

Daybreaker went to Sour Sweet. The birds flew away, “I am and will be the future ruler of Equestria. I don’t need all of you as subjects!”

“You don’t have to be rude… Only I can be rude!” said Sour Sweet, not at all afraid of Daybreaker.

Daybreaker cast a damage spell on Sour Sweet. Sour Sweet screamed in pain, “and that’s what you get for getting in my way”

Daybreaker now went to Sunny Flare, “Didn’t you know I would return? Didn’t you notice the signs?”

“I did!”

Daybreaker looked at the owner of voice. She saw a yellow-haired unicorn with yellow and red mane and a cutie mark of a red and yellow sun, “and I know who you are! You’re the mare in the sun, Daybreaker!”

The ponies sighed in surprise.

Daybreaker smiled, “at least somepony remembers me. And do you know why I’m here?”

Sunset Shimmer was speechless, “You’re here to… to…” she swallowed hard. She wasn’t sure what Daybreaker would do.

Daybreaker laughed at Sunset Shimmer’s reaction, “Remember tonight, subjects. For all of you will not see Luna anymore. From today, you… Will… Enjoy my day… Forever!!” Daybreaker began to laugh as the flames in her manes formed a tornado and her horn glowed, making the sun rise. The ponies had to cover their eyes with their hooves. Sunset Shimmer was afraid.

“Arrest her! She knows where the princess is!” exclaimed Mayor Mare. Three lunar guards went to Daybreaker.

Daybreaker threw magic at the three guards as she laughed madly before turning to fire and leaving City Hall. Indigo Zap managed to break free to go after Daybreaker, “come back here!” Indigo Zap watched the fire go towards the forest.

“Day Eternal?” asked Indigo Zap, before looking down and seeing Sunset Shimmer running off, Garble on her back.

“Where’s she going?”

When Sunset Shimmer and Garble arrived at the Golden Oka’s Tree Library, they started looking for something that could stop Daybreaker, “no! No! Urgh! Why didn’t the princess give me a book about what she used to defeat Daybreaker?!”

“And how did you know about Daybreaker’s return?” asked Indigo Zap, now in front of Sunset Shimmer. Sunset Shimmer jumped back.

“Indigo! Where did you come from?” said Sunset Shimmer, now frightened.

“I saw you running from City Hall”, said Indigo Zap. The other mares that Sunset Shimmer made friends appeared.

“Why did you run Sunset? Do you know what’s going on?” asked Sugarcoat.

“I know Daybreaker is actually Celestia. And Celestia’s day was so appreciated, it made her arrogant. The princess sent me here to save your sister. But I don’t know how to stop her”, replied Sunset Shimmer.

“Well, we can help you, Sunset”, said Sugarcoat with a smile.

“Elements of Harmony: Reference Guide”, read Lemon Zest one of the titles.

Sunset Shimmer approached Lemon Zest and picked up the book with her magic to read, “There are 6 elements of harmony: kindness, laughter, generosity, honesty and loyalty, the sixth is a complete mystery. The last time the elements were seen was at the two sisters’ castle, located in Everfree Forest”

Sunset Shimmer put the book back in the bookshelf before heading for the door, “Where are you going, Sunset?”

Sunset Shimmer looked back, “search this forest to go to the castle to find the elements of harmony. Because maybe that’s the way to defeat Daybreaker. Why?”

“Sunset, we will not allow you to go in this forest”

Sunset Shimmer was surprised.

“... Because we all go together with you, right?”

“I would even… if it weren’t so dangerous!” exclaimed Sour Sweet.

“But, Sour Sweet. We can’t let a friend of ours go alone in this forest”, said Sugarcoat, now looking at Sour Sweet. Sunset Shimmer was surprised and confused at the same time.

Sour Sweet blew out a breath, “Alright…”

Sunset Shimmer decided to say, “Look, I don’t need help from lesser ponies than me. I can do it myself”

“No way, Sunset. We won’t let you go alone in this dangerous forest,” said Sugarcoat. “We’ll Help You Save Princess Luna’s Sister”

Sugarcoat started walking, “come on, ponies. To Everfree Forest!”

“To Everfree Forest!” exclaimed the other four mares, except Sunset Shimmer before leaving the library.

Sunset Shimmer sighed. She knew Luna had asked her to do with friends, but she wanted to try to turn around on her own.

“Sunset, can I come with you?” asked Garble, now looking at Sunset Shimmer.

“I think you better stay here, Garble”, replied Sunset Shimmer.

Garble looked sad about this, “why? Why can’t I go along?”

“Garble, you saw what Daybreaker did to Sour Sweet. Imagine what she can do to you”, replied Sunset Shimmer.

Until what Sunset Shimmer said made sense, “You’re right. But I wish I could help you with the mission”

“I know, Garble. But…”

“Sunset! Are you coming or not?” said Sugarcoat outside.

“Garble, I have to go. See you later”, Sunset Shimmer hugged Garble before leaving.

“Bye, Sunset. And good luck”, said Garble as he watched Sunset Shimmer run to reach the five mares.