Dark, grey clouds settle over a treeless plain. Icy rain soaks your mane. Old castle ruins, infested with changelings, loom over the town. This is the village of Trottingham.

But in Roseluck’s garden, lies a beacon of hope in this desolate land.

In her garden grows a lone rose bush.

This story is set in an AU similar to 19th century England. Think Sherlock Holmes.

UPDATE: Recieved an honorable mention in the Season 10 Bingo contest. Cover image Derpibooru 1497010.

"Stunning piece of art, I truly enjoyed reading it." --EverfreePony

Thanks to EverfreePony for beta reading!