Chapter 23: Pregnancy and Royal Meeting

Frank POV

I have to admit Pinkie Pie makes the best parties as the celebration went into full swing and I had a lot of fun dancing and singing along with girls and citizens of the empire. Songs like “Kiss from a rose”, “Blinding lights”, and “Livin the Vida loca”, as everyone cheered at my singing and some of them seemed to have passed out for some odd reason most of them mares as the girls did the same. I did wish they had some stronger drinks since most of them had barely affected me while everyone else like Dash and Applejack were already passed out while the princesses minus Cadence were already wasted. Honestly, I didn’t think Celestia, and Luna would get drunk of their asses as Celestia would start flirting with me with a slur in each of her words while Luna would pout at me and acted quietly as she would rub up against me. Twilight would wrap her arms around my neck in hug a motioned that was adorable as she would call me big brother for some odd reason. Thankfully Barb was able to help me deal with them who my surprise was drinking with me and was 18 years old another thing that to add about this Equestria than the one from the show. However, I was still thinking about what I discovered upon saving Cadence and after speaking to her while every pony else were celebrating we agreed to discuss about what I learned with the others which is where we are right now…

3 days have passed as we were all gathered in Cadence’s room as me, the royal sisters, and the mane 6 sat before Cadence who had a nervous look on her face as Barb sat next to her as she tried to ease Cadence of her worries. As a part of me hoped things would go well for Cadence’s sake…

“Alright Cadence we were all brought here just like you told us. But do you mind telling us why you asked us to meet here in private?” Asked Twilight as Cadence was unable to speak for the moment as Barb gave a reassuring look to her as Cadence let out a deep breath.

“Well…the reason as to why I called you all here is to tell you all something important. Something that I have been nervous to tell you all especially with all that has happened. But after speaking with Sir McCloud here I believe it’s time to tell you all that…” she goes silent for a moment as she struggled to get her words out as everyone else were concerned at Cadence as she raised her head up to them before saying 3 important words…

“I am pregnant.”

The entire room is silent as those 3 words echoed throughout the minds within the girls minus me and Barb, we already knew about her pregnancy thanks to me. And as I looked at the others, I could tell that they were shocked beyond belief especially Twilight whose eyes were wide.

“Your pregnant?” asked a shocked Celestia as Cadence nods at her.

“When did you learn of your pregnancy?” asked Luna as Cadence had a sad expression on her face.

“I learned about my pregnancy a few days after Shining was exiled from the Crystal Empire. After his crimes were revealed about what he had done and how he cheated on me with another mare I was scared to even mention anything about my pregnancy. However, Frank had convinced me to tell you all instead of keeping this all bottled up especially since he and Barb were the ones to find out about my pregnancy.” Said the princess of love as all eyes were on me and Barb who were surprised at this bit of information.

“After injecting Cadence with the bio-armor serum I was able sense a small life force forcing in Cadence’s belly which is how I found out that she was pregnant.” I answered as Barb said her part.

“I was there when it happened and now that I think about it, I remembered Cadence would occasionally get sick as I would help her toward the nearest toilet.” Said the dragoness as we all look back on Cadence who had on a worried look on her face.

“What’s the matter?” asked Applejack as the princess of love lets out a deep sigh.

“Normally I would be overjoyed knowing that I finally have my very own child. But apart of me is afraid of how others would react knowing that that I carry Shining’s child.” she said as I then answered.

“You are afraid that the citizens would react negatively towards the child?” I asked as Cadence sadly nods at me as the others did the same however that’s when Celestia spoke up.

“Cadence you should let Shining’s action affect how you feel about your child. True there will be issues along the way, but I do believe that the child will become a greater individual in the future and unlike Shining Armor you will be able to steer your child on the right path.” She said as Luna nods beside her.

“Princess Celestia has a point Cadence. After all you have been telling me how much you have wanted a child of your own and to raise as well. And I believe that the child will be just as great as you in the future with you raising them as their mother.” Said Twilight as Cadence was still unsure.

“And if ever you have any issues, or anyone gives you a hard time I will lend a hand and teach them a lesson.” I say with a reassuring tone as then give Cadence a thumbs up with my metal hand.

The others nodded in agreement as Cadence looks at her belly and begins to rub it affectionally as a smile starts to form. Just then Eris then appears beside Cadence as she then turns to the chaos goddess.

“Do you what the baby will be? Boy or girl?” asked Eris as Cadence took a moment to remember before answering.

“The doctors said the baby will be a girl as for what kind of pony she will be, it will be revealed once she is born.” She said Cadence as the girls were excited at this.

“Can I plan the baby shower for the baby?” asked Pinkie Pie as Cadence nods at her which makes the party mare smile much greater as I tried not to go and hug her due to loving her happy demeanor.

“And guess what Twilight and Barb is going to be an aunt as well.” commented Rainbow as Fluttershy then spoke.

“Congratulation you two.” Said Fluttershy as both Twilight and Barb smile at the realization.

Just then a thought came to mind as I remembered about the bio-armor serum I injected into her and wondered if the nano-bots would also be in the baby’s body as well. I then took a mental note to ask Leah about this once me, the princesses, and Eris return to Canterlot though a part of hopes that Cadence and her baby girl will be alright in the future. Not to mention that the new abilities I acquired other than the boost with dark magic I was also able to absorb the power of the alicorn amulet. A part of me still wonders about that new power I used when I fought Shining Armor and how I was able to open portals like that especially to the point of opening a portal to another world where some strange creatures resided and are probably tearing Shining a new a-…

“Sir McCloud are you alright?” asked Luna as I then turn to her as the girls were now looking at me as I realized that I was in deep thought again as I facepalmed before answering.

“Sorry every pony I just had a lot one my mind is all. Were you all talking about something important?” I said rubbing the back of my head as Celestia giggles at me.

“That is fine dear, we were just talking about how we must get ready for the meeting with the other rulers we originally had planned on having the meeting in Canterlot but after you were unconscious for some time it was decided to have it here in the Crystal Empire. Which will happen very soon.” said Celestia as I nodded at her before facing Cadence.

“Well then, I guess I better get ready then though I have to ask who will be attending the meeting there?” I asked as Eris then appears before coiling around me.

“Oh, the usuals, like the rulers of the Griffons, buffalo, Yaks, zebras, hippogriffs, Dragons, you name it. I heard that some of the rulers were looking forward to meeting you especially after saving some of their citizens from the Caribou. And I believe you must present yourself in the manner befitting for the presence of royalty.” Said Eris as she then snaps her fingers as I was then dressed up with the items, I was given from the people I had freed from the caribou along with the trench coat with the marks of both the sun and moon. Though I notice that I was given some armor pieces such as shin guards, bracelets, and a chest plate which I found unnecessary since my skin is harder then metal.

“So Awesome!” said Rainbow who stared at me with stars in her eyes something I never though I would see from her.

“Barb why don’t you direct Frank to the meeting room me and Luna wish to discuss somethings with Cadence for a moment, we will be there shortly.” Said Celestia as the young dragoness nods before grabbing my arm as she started to pull me out from the room and down the hall.

“Come on Frank lets go.” Said Barb as I nodded at her as we both made our way out of the room.

“Alright so I guess I will see you later then.” I say as we left the room and was now walking down the hall with Barb still clinging onto my arm.

3rd POV

As Frank leaves the room Cadence starts the frown as her mind wondered towards the human which catches the Twilights attention.

“Is something the matter Cadence?” asked the purple alicorn as Cadence shakes her head to her as Celestia then speaks.

“You mentioned that you sensed something off about Frank, correct? What was it?” asked Celestia as Cadence tried to recall what she sensed from the human.

“I sensed something rather strange from within his heart. Being the princess of love, I can sense the love from within any pony’s heart, yet I was able to sense great pain from within Frank’s heart. The pain of a broken heart…” She said as the girls go wide-eyed at the news though not as much as the royal sisters who were the most shocked of them all.

“Not only that but it almost feels like he’s keeping it locked, as if preventing himself from ever falling in love again usually this happens when someone had suffered great heart ache tell me has, he ever mentioned of being in a relationship with any pony to you?” said Cadence as she directs her question towards the royal sisters who looked at each other before shaking their heads toward their niece.

“Sir McCloud has only told us about his family and what he had went through back on earth but nothing about any romantic relationship of any kind.” Said Luna as Rarity then spoke.

“That’s surprising I figured he would be a catch among the mares where he comes from. He certainly has caught my attention if you ask me.” She says as she dreamily thinks of the human as the other mares rolled their eyes at the white unicorn while Celestia, Luna, and Rainbow Dash gave a dirty look to her.

“Be that as it may we should help him. If he continues to keep his heart locked up it will prevent from ever falling in love again. I have seen many who suffered from this, and it really affected them as I helped them overcome this problem.” Said Cadence as the other looked at each other worried about their human friend as the royal sisters were the most concerned.

“So, what do you think we should do Cadence…if you don’t mind me asking?” asked the quiet yellow Pegasus mare as Cadence began to ponder for a moment.

“Well, we could…”

Location: Royal meeting room/ Front door

Meanwhile in another part of the castle Frank and Barb were conversating with each other as the comic book loving dragoness was gushing at the sight of a real-life superhero right in front of her.

“So, you get your powers from the gauntlet?” she asked as Frank nodded at her.

“That’s right and with every bad guy I take down I earn a new ability and after facing off against Umbra and that traitor Shining Armor I have gotten more power than before.” Responded Frank as he lit up a bit of power into his hand as Barb was mesmerized at the sight it.

“That is so cool your just like the heroes from my comic books.” Said Barb as Frank chuckles at this.

“Maybe though I am not sure I am the type that wears tights and a cape though.” Said Frank as they both chuckle at the thought of that.

“By the way, you mentioned that you were in the Everfree, right? Did you by any chance encounter Zecora during your stay there?” asked the purple dragoness as Frank grew a bit nervous at the mention of the stripped shaman.

“Um well no, though I did come across her hut, but I decided not to bother her since she was occupied with some pony else inside however, I decided to leave before things got a bit too intimate. And if your curious to who she was with let’s just say he is known for saying the word yup and nope in a deep voice.” He said as Barb goes wide-eyed at this while Frank looks a way a bit recalling the event though he honestly didn’t think a certain red stallion would be interested in Zecora.

“Well seems you both had a nice chat while we were gone.”

Both turned to see the royal sisters walking towards them with smirks on their faces as Barb backs up with a light blush on her face as Frank scratches the back of his head sheepishly.

“I’m guessing that you finished with your discussion with Cadence, correct?” said Frank as the two princesses nodded at him.

“Well seeing is how my job is done I should probably meet up with the girls. See ya later Frank maybe next time we could hang out together when you’re not busy and I will show you some of my comics alright?” said the purple dragoness as the human nods at her as she rushes off down the hall leaving just the three of them.

“Now then we should get started with the meeting then. Right this way now Frank.” Said Celestia as the doors open allowing the 3 to enter inside where the other rulers were sitting into what looked like a round table.

There sat a griffon, a minotaur, a zebra, a dragon, a yak, and to the surprise of Frank a hippogriff who were looking at the 3 that entered the room though mostly toward the human who was unsure how to respond. The griffon had the color scheme of a falcon as she wore a traditional Viking style outfit fit for a female as she wore grey medallion over her neck and a grey tiara on her head and hanging on her back was a double-bladed axe and a dagger strapped to her thigh. The minotaur had grey skin and black horns which shot forward as he wore a brown robe over his upper body, a golden crown on his head, and a brown tunic with chainmail around it with a broadsword strapped to his left side. The Yak had orange hair which covered his eyes with large horns pointed toward each side as he wore a Himalayan style armor with a dark blue pattern along with some golden accessories around his wrists, ankles, horns and nose as he held a sharp pointed spear beside him. The Zebra had a tomahawk style haircut as he wore to what looked like a head dress of a skull with a necklace full of talismans, a grey and white tunic, paint on parts of his arms, legs, and face, as he held a wooden staff with small bottles strapped to it on the top of it. The Queen of the hippogriffs had a body that is a mixed of pony and bird with a pinkish coat, wings, beak, purple feathered hair and tail, light blue fluff around her neck, and was wearing a sort of Greek still dress with golden accents.

“Well, you certainly now how to dress the part don’t you Sir McCloud?” said a familiar voice as Frank turn to said voice to see none other than Ember who smirks at him.

“So, this human we yaks have heard off. And this human is big and strong like yak.” Said a large brown yak who smiles at the human in approval.

“I especially like his eyes quite exotic if you ask me though I wonder how he would look like under all that clothing.” Commented the female griffon who was staring at the human with interest while the minotaur rolled his eyes.

“Oh, calm yourself, from what I heard about this human and what he is capable of he may be too much for even you to handle.” Said the minotaur male as the griffon female scoffed at him.

“He also seems to leave off an aura much greater than any magic user that I have ever seen before.” Commented the zebra who looked at the human with fascination and a bit of fear.

The hippogriff doesn’t say anything as she examines the human who was a bit bewildered at the hippogriff female who had a serious stare at him.

“Well seeing is how the other rulers know about you. Allows us to introduce you to the other rulers of the neighboring lands of Equestria. You are familiar with Dragon lord Ember sitting next to her is Prince Rutherford ruler of the yaks in the northern part of mountains. Next is Queen Freya of the griffon kingdom and beside her is King Onyx of the minotaur kingdom. And finally, Elder Abeeku of the Zebras and Queen Novo of the hippogriff kingdom.” Said Celestia as all the mentioned rulers smiled at him minus the elder and queen who simply nod at him.

“Well then it’s a pleasure to meet you all.” Said Frank as he bows his head to him as Rutherford walks toward him.

“No bowing we yaks greet each other with our own traditional greeting.” Said Rutherford as he proceeds to hug the human around the waist before lifting him up before setting him down. Frank knowing about this tradition does the same as he lifts Rutherford up in the air as everyone else is wide-eyed at the sight of the human lifting a yak in the air with ease before being placed back onto the floor.

“HA HA you are strong like Yak my friend.” Said a happily excited Rutherford as Frank smiles at this.

“Well, he certainly should be after all he did take on a dragon twice his size.” Commented the Dragon lord as scratched the back of his head.

“Now that introductions are out of the way let me be the first to thank you for saving many of my people from that bastard King Dain.” Said King Onyx as the other leaders nodded in agreement.

“I think you mean the false King Dain from what I heard that bastard used a magical item to have the caribou and doe serve under him without resistance. Until Frankie boy here took him down.” Echoed a feminine voice as Eris appeared and proceeded to coil around the human who paid no mind as he rubs the top of her head.

“That reminds me whatever happened to the magical item that Dain used?” asked Queen Novo as she aimed her eyes at Frank who answered.

“It destroyed it so that no one would ever use it. Though I do have to mention that the idiot tried to use it on me unfortunately for him it didn’t work. And I made him pay for what he had done.” Said Frank clenching his metal hand remembering at what had really happen to the royals in that kingdom along with how the doe were treated.

However, this was when the others noticed his metal hand as they eyed the mark that was glowing on the back of his hand as many of them were surprised at this though not as much as the Zebra king who was wide-eyed at this.

“Sir McCloud may you raise your right hand and present the back of your hand.” Said the Zebra King as Frank raises his hand and presents the omega symbol to the other rulers.

Everyone else stares at the mark as King Abeeku approaches the human as he grabs onto his hand as he stares at the symbol.

“I have seen this mark before…” commented the Zebra king as all eyes were on him now on him.

“Many days ago, I had a vision of a great evil that would soon cloud the lands of Equestria. Citizens with crystals turning into monstrous beings of themselves wreaking havoc across the land a being of old leading them with the intent to rule over the corrupted land. Yet as the land was being consumed within it a warrior is seen fending off against the darkness with incredible strength and power. One that bares the same mark on your hand.” Said Abeeku as Frank is surprised at this as he pulls his hand back and takes a few steps back.

The news of this hit Frank hard though Queen Novo seemed to be skeptical at this.

“How are you certain that this evil that you mentioned is actually real and not simply a nightmare that you had.” Said Queen Novo as the zebra king then looked at the queen with a serious gaze.

“My visions are never wrong Queen Novo do not assume that what I saw was a mere nightmare for it means that the land is truly threatened by a dark force.” He said to which Celestia then stepped in.

“Not only that but Canterlot, Ponyvile, and the Crystal Empire was attacked by various individuals who were given crystals.” Said Celestia as Luna stepped in.

“Crystals that had given them power but had also corrupted them into monstrous beings Garble, Blueblood, Tempest, Dain, and Shining Armor are prime examples to what King Abeeku said. And if it hadn’t been for Sir McCloud, they would have done more damage to land especially since none of our magic could stop Garbble when he first attacked Ponyvile.” Said Luna as Novo looked away at this as a small part of her was still skeptical about this as she looks over to the huma who was busy listening to the whole ordeal.

“Not only that but I recently found out from that despicable lizard that there were others involved in this whole affair though it is still unknown as to who is pulling the strings here.” Said Ember as the griffon queen then spoke.

“Not only that but after interrogating those that did deals with the Caribou, they mentioned that they were working for a shady group who were also responsible for the attack on the ponies though who they are is still a mystery. Not only that but there have been reports of our citizens disappearing one of them being my niece, Gilda.” Said Freya as this had everyone unedged.

“Then what do you suppose we do about this? Put our faith in this strange human with the metal claw? It seems odd that he somehow arrived just when these problems started to arrive how do we know he is somehow involved in this?” questioned Novo as everyone went wide-eyed at this.

Frank was surprised at this but began to wonder if this was her being paranoid after the incident with the storm king from what he remembered from the MLP movie. However, he broken out from his thoughts when a loud slam was made as he turns to see Princess Celestia and Luna who had slammed their hands onto the table causing it to crack which started the others as the girls were glowing with their magical auras.

“HOLD THIGH TOUNGE WHEN YOU SPEAK OF HIM.” Yelled out Luna as Celestia then spoke.

“FRANK HAS TOLD US A LOT ABOUT HIM AND WHAT HE WAS PUT THROUGH SO DON’T GO AN ACCUSE HIM OF BEING A PART OF SOMETHING AS SINISTER AS THIS.” Yelled out Celestia as this had everyone scared as both princesses glared at Novo who was looking very nervous at the sight of the two.

Fortunately for her Frank was able to get in front of them with both hands up as he tries to calm the situation. Eris on the other hand got off from Frank and was floating away from the situation while also trying to hold back the anger at Novo’s accusation before sending the queen a glare.

“Girls please calm down. Look I understand that what she said was a bit harsh but trust me when I say that I don’t blame her. After all the military back in my world thought the same and after what she and her kingdom has been through, I can see what she has that mind sight. Just take a deep breath and let’s discuss this situation in a peaceful manner.” He says in a calm manner hoping that his words would reach them and thankfully it did.

Both begin to calm down as their auras start to go down as the two of them took a deep breath before standing regally as before as Frank let out a sigh of relief before turning toward the others who were in disbelief at this. As Frank figured that this was due to the two always being so regal and all as a part of him wondered why they reacted that way and hoped that this wouldn’t be an issue in the future as he then turns to Novo who soon looked at him as he scratches back of his head sheepishly.

“I do apologize for how the royal sisters I honestly never saw them act this way before. Though what you did say was a bit harsh but like I said before I don’t blame you for thinking that way. Since the leader of my people thought so too when all I wanted was to live a peaceful life and thankfully that day came when a portal appeared before me sending me to this very world and without any idea as how and why it happened. Being here I took this as a chance to start a new life as the royal sisters were able to welcome me to their kingdom and offer me a home to stay in. Now the reason why I am telling you this is so that you and the other rulers know that the only thing that I desire is to have a peaceful life here in this world. But if ever this land or any of your lands came under fire from this unknown threat, I will gladly offer my aid like to what I did in Canterlot, Ponyvile, and in the Crystal Empire. After all I really can’t stand by and let others suffer when I have the power to stop it.” Said Frank as he bowed to Novo much to the Queens surprise as the other rulers were surprised at this as Celestia and Luna stood beside him.

“Frank has told us about what had happened to him which led to him becoming the being he is today. How he was a normal human until a being from the sky gave him the very gauntlet that turned him into the powerhouse he is right now. And how he was forced to fend off against a galactic warlord and his generals from taking over his planet and was successful in taking him down once and for all.” Said Celestia as Luna then continued.

“His people praised him for what he had down sadly the many of their leaders had feared that he would be a potential threat to the world and had mobilized their forces to capture and imprison him. Forcing him to go on the run and to leave his family behind as the military proceeded to hunt him down all over the world. And after being cornered by them by some miracle a portal appeared before him sending him to Equestria where he would later be found by my sister and myself. And it was thanks to him that Ponyvile, Canterlot, and the Crystal Empire stood tall this day for it was he who stopped the invaders and saved many lives during the attacks. And has earned that title of being the Omega guardian of our people.” Said Luna as everyone including Novo were surprised at this.

Ember who was the first to meet him never knew about the human’s story and after learning of what happened to him before coming to Equestria she couldn’t help but feel respect and admiration towards the human though a part of her wanted to spill blood at the leaders who called their savior a threat. Freya was now even more interested in the human upon hearing of his exploits back in his home world and his battles against powerful foes as she felt both amazed and aroused at the human. Onyx and Rutherford were both amazed and even impressed at the human’s story and were angered at the fact that the leaders of him people wanted to imprison when he could have been the best guardian for their nation. King Abeeku was silent upon learning of the human’s story as a part of him felt bad at what he went through but is surprised to see that he didn’t seek vengeance on those that called him a threat like many other powerhouses. He was especially surprised that he showed no anger towards the queen when she accused him of playing a part in the madness going on and even sympathized with her while also showing respect to by bowing towards her. As for the Queen she was shocked upon learning of the human’s story and what he had gone through before coming to Equestria as a part of her could relate to the human as she lets out a sad sigh.

“I honestly don’t know what to say. But I will say this I really shouldn’t have jumped to such a conclusion about you like that Sir McCloud and I do apologize for saying such a thing. My people and I are still trying to adjust to the outside world after being hidden for many years thanks to the storm king hunting for us and here I am accusing someone who had been through the same thing for being apart of the ones trying to cause chaos in these lands. Again, I am sorry for saying such a thing.” Said Novo as she looked a way in shame at her actions.

Frank sighs at this as he then approaches the queen as he then grabs her hand holds it up to her as she looks back at him in surprise staring at his yellow glowing eyes which gave a sense of comfort.

“Like I said I don’t blame you for what you said. Besides at this point I am pretty much used to it by now. But know that I will offer my aid to you and your people as I did for the royal sisters and the same to the rest of you as well after all this is my home and I intend to protect everyone from this crisis. And that’s a promise…” he said with conviction as everyone around were surprised at his declaration and were even moved by his words though not is much as Novo who was surprised at his declaration.

The sight of his eyes seems to put the queen at ease though she did blush at how he held her hand for the last time someone held her hand that way was her husband who sadly passed away many years ago. She soon nods at the human who also nods in agreement before letting go of her hand as he then turns around to the others who smile at him though Celestia, Luna, and Ember had to hide the jealousy at how Frank held Novo’s hand like that as Frank then spoke to them.

“So, what’s the plan on how to handle this situation?”

Author's Note

Sorry this took forever and hope you guys like this chapter. Though i would like to mention that i will be working on my other stories so keep that in mind as to why some chapters are taking longer to post.

Thats all for now and i will see you in the next post see ya