Twilight Sparkle's diplomatic mission to Noctraliya, the first of its kind, had unraveled grim secrets dating back even to the time of Nightmare Moon's banishment. Braving the perilous journey alongside Midnight Wind, the cordial warrior of the Nightguard, Twilight found herself pursuing a secret, forbidden romance with him.

This morning, in a secluded hot spring, she is hoping to finally experience their love intimately.

This is an optional side tale to Journey with a Batpony. Knowledge of the main story is not obligatory, though provides context, lore and can be entertainment in and of itself.