Canterlot Castle infirmary.

"I might need to know where my own chambers within the castle are. Considering I'm being lead everywhere like a newborn foal and have seen the medical wing more then I have seen my own bedroom." Henry commented as he took some time to gaze around in the Infirmary. Noticing alot of potion bottles and beds but no advanced medical equipment beyond the beds, their note boards, a pair of stethoscopes that looked out of a long bygone era, good old bandages and books alot of books.

Spellslinger noticed Henry gazing around and replied "Do you like it the Canterlot Castle Infirmary has the best equipment and most advanced medical spells in its collection."

Henry just facehooved Alright Henry don't be a dick. How do I explain that their overly dependant use of magic might limit other tribes except for the select few with a talent with health or medicine. Henry thought.
"Uhm... Spellslinger , Tender. Not that it isn't impressive but It could be better much better. I'm talking equipment made for non unicorns to help along better. Not that I'd know how to make it all. As I said no medical professional." Henry stated but Tender care tackled him to the ground and have him the crazy look.

"NO MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL!! You're notes have been driving me insane and now you're saying my Medical equipment could be better! You need to tell me what you know." Tender Care shouted partly crazy standing above Henry making him seem genuinely scared causing him to throw her off him and stare at her angrily with a predatory gaze causing Tender to whince the shadows in the room seemed to slightly curve towards Henry but nopony noticed it.

"Never do that again. You seemed like a mad pony ready to cut me open and honestly it's flipping scary. And never shout at me ever again."Henry said angry. Tender scaredly nodded and Henry his eyes turned normal and his posture turned less threatening.

Spellslinger just stared at Henry"Blueblood!"

Henry quickly turned to Spellslinger and then back at Tender "Sorry old habits from the poison induced state. Predatory defensive instincts from a less peaceful place. Combine that with the crazy pushy nature Tender just demonstrated and I responded like that sorry." He said apologetically

Spellslinger sighed "Conflict comes natural to you because of what happened?"

Tender sighed remembering her discussion with him before his training and realised he wasn't in a normal pony mind state.

Henry nodded "Oh yeah , no magic nor Harmony. As I said with my aunties present before not the most kind place. I'm sorry. Well atleast none we can recall and our myths aren't all pleasant so I do hope they are wrong."

Spellslinger seemed worried about Henry his words and quickly asked "If there was no magic and you are as quickly to anger like the griffons combined with your knowledge I can only imagine how bad it can be."

Henry laughed nervously"it wasn't all bad but yeah it wasn't perfect but nowhere truly is. But I'm going to be sure to prevent similar mistakes being made here. But yes our knowledge is scary but within that knowledge is a long bloody and sometimes corrupt history which is good to learn from for those who don't look at history are doomed to repeat it." Henry said thinking of earth and home remembering that though he worried about what his current situation ment on a more fundamental level. Some knowledge of humanity could accidentally slip out as he tends to ramble about things. Then realisation hit him. If he could get there and was pulled there by magical means that means magic might have sept into his world. Or that a weak link between both worlds could exist or be made through the way he came even if the chance was slim and it worried him. His expression and body language showed his worry.

Spellslinger noticed Henry his worrying state and spoke "Blueblood are you alright?"

Henry turned to Spellslinger as he was about to speak Midnight came barging in with a black armour with beautiful silver stars engraved in it.

Midnight read the situation in the room "Uhm did I miss something?" Midnight said as she calmly put the armour near Henry.

"Nothing to important don't worry Midnight and to answer your question Spellslinger no I am not alright. But it can wait."Henry said as he put on the armour when he put on the helmet his name turned black and coat turned grey. "Well this is weird now let's go Midnight I want to see the state of the ponies who I'll lead to deal with the situation within my lands." Henry seemed eager to leave the Infirmary.

Midnight nodded and was about to lead Henry out of there but both Spellslinger and Tender Care stepped in their way.

Spellslinger glared at Henry "You're not getting away that easily Blueblood. Now answer me are you alright?" She said sounding stern.

Henry sighed and looked straight at her with a calm stony gaze "No I am not but I simply don't have the time to dwell on it. All you three have to do is prevent me from going to far and honestly it doesn't cause if I let my thoughts dwell that far I will be of no use to anypony." Henry said calmly as if it was normal.

"Blueblood that isn't a healthy." Spellslinger said worryingly.

"He knows it isn't healthy, he just can't let things go. He feels he has to redeem himself through helping Dartmoor and stopping the corruption he saw. Sure other motives are there but I can see it clearly. He is ashamed and scared from himself. He needs to do something good not just to help other but for himself." Tender Care said saddened.

"Are you done psychoanalysing me?" Henry said sternly as he noticed the mares both looking at him with compassion and worry as if he was a little kid that got beaten up and abused. "Stop that all three of you. I am not a little colt needing comfort and stop Questioning my mental state while you're at it. When I don't need three mares acting overly emotional and mothering me. Have you three understood that." Spellslinger and Tender were about to interrupt but Henry silenced them as his eyes turned predatory. "I get it I truly do but I can't handle it right now when I break down you can do all that you think is best but not now. I have to do my duties both to myself and the ponies under me. A leader sometimes must do things not best for themselves ask Auntie Tia she learned that lesson the hard way." Henry said sternly.

All three mares looked at him in shock and realized what he ment by having a duty and the meaning behind what he ment with leaders sometimes having to do things that aren't the best for themselves made the tale of Nightmare Moon come to their minds but not as an old mares tale. No they started to think of how hard it must have been for Princess Celestia to banish her own sister even if she turned evil. This realisation made the mares tear up a little but they tried not to show it as they only nodded. And then Midnight and Spellslinger started to lead Henry towards the Lunar wing.
But unbeknownst to Henry both Princesses heard everything since Midnight came in with the armour including the saddened sniffles and attempts of holding back tears from the nearby mares when he brought it up.

Meanwhile within the Canterlot Castle Throne room.

Celestia who was busy with Day Court but quickly cancelled it as the turned emotional being reminded about when she banished Luna to the moon and how Henry had worded it. "I'm sorry my little ponies but Day court is discontinued for today" Celestia said trying to not let her ponies notice her distress. As the throne room ran empty she teleported towards the Lunar wing to be with her sister.

Luna her private Quarters.

Princess Luna was in tears being reminded of her biggest mistake so bluntly by her nephew's voice and the sadness coming from the held back tears from the subjects near him but suddenly a white wing covered her and pulled her close in a comforting hug.

"It's alright sister, it's in the past. I'm just happy to have you back." Celestia said kindly tears in her eyes as she hugged Luna trying to comfort her.

"But even our own nephew and subjects sees our mistakes and saw us as evil. And our deeds hurt thee so much sister." Luna said between sobs while hugging Celestia.

Celestia was about to say something to comfort her as more talking between Henry and his guards came through the armour.

Back with Henry and the two foalsitters guards.

"I know Celestia feels sorry for what has passed between her and her sister it's just we never think of it like that. I don't think I could do that to family even for the betterment of everypony ." Spellslinger said sadly.

"When Luna returned most Thestrals even after the harsher treatment we endured sympathised with our princess of the night some still blame her for our current low numbers and treatment." Midnight said looking down.

"It's good both of you see it more then an old mares tale and it is a sad part of family history. Especially since neither was to blame. I want you to remember their tale and try and prevent similar hardship. I only wish they knew neither of them were to blame." Henry said sombrely.

Both Midnight and Spellslinger nodded but then sudden realization hit Henry.

If spells have to rhyme like the unfinished spell of Starswill then I think it's worth making a chant I know it's risky but those two deserve all the support they can get. Henry thought as his horn glowed.
"To the sisters who wear the crown. Please do not Frown. Do not feel any shame for neither was to blame. For in days long past a dye was cast. The winds of fate filled one with hate. While the other wept for admiration long kept. With so much time lost you both payed the cost. It is not a reason to wallow for some pills are hard to swallow. Instead stand proud and teach the crowd. Cause from this pain there is a lesson to gain. To those who hold the throne you do not stand alone. For when it gets hard our love will be a ward .And when you want to yield let our warmth be your shield. For when you get meek our comfort you won't seek. To show how we care or it will be there. For all who wish you well will fuel this spell." Henry said his horn sparking different colours as side effect and him falling down and feeling dizzy.
Maybe I shouldn't have said our while thinking of all who possibly care about them including humans. Henry thought.

Wherever Cadence is within Canterlot Castle.

Candence was giving some Mares love advice as she suddenly felt a potent love fueled spell activate. Her being the Princess of love and being heavily sensitive to love and emotion related magic but she found the source of it strange. It had the magical aura of Blueblood and somepony else cobbled together and then was fueled by love of more then a thousand creatures. She quickly ran to look for the Princesses to warn them that Blueblood most likely did something stupid again and wanted to be the one to decide the punishment he would get since she was the Princess of love.

Luna her private quarters.

Both Luna and Celestia were still hugging eachother the comfort of 3 ponies they were hearing through an enchantment made them feel slightly better but it didn't do much. Then they heard Henry his chant and both of them felt comfort and compassion from many creatures who felt the same and felt compassionate for them. As if more then thousands of creatures were hugging them and stroking their mane and sending warmth and comfort their way. Unbeknownst to the Princesses and Henry not all of it came from Equestria but somewhere else entirely. Though it did not heal the wounds and guilt both Princesses felt it did help them.

Back with Henry.

Spellslinger lifted up Henry and noticed that He did grow muscle mass during his training regime and sighed. "I really hope this isn't going to become a habit. First your experimentation and now a improvised chant." Spellslinger facehooved.

"Well it worked didn't it. Honestly not my best rhyming actually scratch that probably one of my worst improf works ever." Henry said as he got helped up and supported on Spellslinger.

"That's only makes it worse I've felt the ambient magic change in air cause I was near you. You shouldn't cast spells even if it is to comfort your aunties!" Spellslinger said angrily.

Henry just sighed "Spellslinger I understand it makes you worried and angry but I chose it. I mean from my perspective magic is weird something I hardly have knowledge of except that one book and tid bits of information still swimming around in my head. So I actually expect it to blow up in my face or cause issues. And I always mentally ask myself if it is worth the risk. And to be honest if there is a small little chance it lessened the pain and weight waying down on any pony especially my aunties then I'd gladly take that risk. As I said before I live for the seeing the spark in somepony else their lives. Be it inspiration or happiness." Henry said smiling.

Midnight just facehooved "Blueblood that sounds so sappy. I thought you were a big mean predator in your poisoned induced incident. Atleast you're acting like a sappy colt for once." Midnight commented as she waited for Henry and Spellslinger to get back up.

Henry laughed as he and Spellslinger got back up. "True but never mistake sappy for harmless. And it's apex predator not a normal one." Henry said calmly as he continued onwards.

"Blueblood that isn't funny." Spellslinger commented with a worried expression written on her face

"Honestly it is you two are so cute when worried about me. Now I understand I'm not acting very uhm what would the term be Colt like. But let's continue onwards we were going to the barrack's of the night guard to see who would fit for my little expedition to Dartmoor right?" Henry said calmly as he continued trotting behind Midnight who now has taken the lead.

"Yes we are. Also why did you label it as apex predator? That label is only used for the really dangerous stuff. Are you trying to act all scary when wearing the armour?" Midnight said jokingly.

"Midnight don't encourage him!" Spellslinger shouted.

"Oh no I mean it quite literally. Even without magic we could basically destroy our entire world. Kind of funny we have enough understanding about psychics to cause major destruction. And after our second world spanning war the threat of mutual assured destruction never went away but most people kind of ignored it or don't realise it. But don't worry I have restraint why do you think I warned Tender in my notes what not to experiment or play with. And since I can adjust temperatures using basic telekenises. I'm already a threat enough I mean everyone with basic understanding of what heat and cold is should see the danger there and that telekenises can cause changes within temperature by the understanding of what it is fundamentally and the dangers it can bring." Henry said thinking aloud.

Spellslinger have Henry stares and pouted while walking behind him.

Midnight sighed"Then why not just go to Dartmoor yourself. I mean honestly from what you said you sound strong enough to handle things." Midnight rertored trying to pry if Henry was pulling her tail or why he would prefer guards along which won't be much help.

"Quite simple really. Social manipulation. One scary strong pony in a place of corruption wearing armour would cause discomfort. If they are surrounded by recognised guards they won't be feared as much but it will seem like a planned out operation without anything well fishy." Henry replied "Also it makes it easier to spark some pride in the guards make it easier to control an area manipulate a situation in our advantage. Create cooperation and use the combined injustices inflicted to the likely slave labours if it is a slave runned diamond dog mine to create a kinship that then can be turned into a unity that would be profitable in the long run stability and cooperation or well against other injustices that I may not have forseen." Henry stated calmly.

"That is a cold and cruel way to look at it. Playing with somepony their emotions just to ensure it goes your way" Spellslinger commented.

"True but effective and will cause the least amount of fear. It will also leave a moldable foundation which to work from if it is their own choice. Now I'm not trying to be cold or cruel I'm just approaching the problem in my way. While it's underhanded and manipulative it will make it easier to help those effected. It's basic tactics really. But the reason I want to act immediately and head towards the barrack's is to be able to head to Dartmoor as quickly as possible and lessen possible suffering. By similar methods destructive groups have risen to power but unlike them I will focus on cooperation and advancement. And I'm not tempering a cruel organisation here out of the victims of corruption or injustice. I'm going to give them a choice for those who just want to leave and continue with their lives I will attempt to support as for those who would follow I would try to use the injustices they suffered through as a lesson and drive to cooperation and advancement. They'll be the most trustworthy for they will know what it's like to be treated badly and would seek to prevent such things to ever happen again." Henry stated calmly trying to seem professional. But as he got distracted by doubt settling in his mind his words made both guard mares and the princesses who were spying on him through the enchantments of the armour smile not that Henry noticed.
I hope I can do it honestly. I'm just one man sure I got some knowledge about chemistry and biology but that was freaking highschool and self indulgend learning. I'm a programmer analyst who enjoys reading, private projects involving single board computing or restoration of old hardware and roleplaying or strategy games. I honestly can easily analyse the working and possible side effects of my actions to some degree. And social engineering because of the course I followed in security for my own enjoyment and what little I know of electrical engineering but still is that enough combined with the tid bits of information I can recall from books and highschool. Why couldn't this happen to someone with better credentials and education. I'm not qualified for this. Henry thought worryingly and sighed.

"Bit for your thoughts? " Midnight said as they continued walking.

"Nothing just doubting myself. I know my aunties have doubts themselves when they take actions. But I honestly have no choice and have to continue with my approach. It's just without threats now and not much to distract me since I do not know what to expect of the possible recruits for my plan. My mind is unoccupied with a direct goal. It makes me wander and doubt and the armour taking away the possiblity of direct threats aimed at me it only lets me ponder more. And concerning what I thought off on the fly during my excersise in the bath before made you look at me like a Tartarean demon you probably can understand when that mind goes into a cycle of doubt it can be rather well troubling. Especially since I think I'm not qualified for any of the things I'm planning to do." Henry said his ears drooping down and his tail going slightly closer to his legs.

"By Luna her full moon! Don't think like that then." Midnight said giving a rough hoof bump to Henry causing Henry to unwind and smile a little. "I mean seriously. Since you woke up you've been only selectively speaking about your poison induced state. And don't you deny it. You distracted your aunties and me with those lessons you took to heart to calm and sooth them. And you also told Tender Care something. You shouldn't worry about yourself cause you're still the type of pony to weigh the dice in their favour a typical pony noble but atleast you don't think of yourself first. Not to mention you think you shouldn't be in charge honestly you made both Tender and Spellslinger in shock with your knowledge let that sink in somepony who studied healing and another pony specialised in combat oriented spells .Now giddy up. Get that royal plot in gear and if I hear you doubt yourself I'll slap some semblance of sense in your head." Midnight said as she pepped up Henry and have him a soft hit with her batlike wings.

"Thanks Midnight." Henry said laughing "I still can't believe you used giddy up to try and motivate me. Seems like the dark rough Bat pony has a heart aswell."Wow tough bat pony has a heart and know how to motivate. Henry thought

"Don't call me soft I am no soft cuddly stallion." Midnight said sternly.

"I didn't mean it like that what I mean is thank you. It's good to have somepony here aswell to keep my head on straight. I had friends in my poison induced state who helped with that." Henry said smiling as he have her a playful bump.

Spellslinger smiled then wanted to comfort Henry against his own doubts but Midnight stepped towards her and whispered."Listen Spell. Don't he is more mareish then coltish and let him act as he is. But it's alright trust a Thestrals instincts on this so treat him a bit more like a mare instead of a babysitter or a wounded little colt. I know you want to help but maybe treat him like a friend be a little rough joke a little. I mean he did teased you before with flirting not common for stallions to take the first step unless if you count old times. So don't baby him and tease him if he seems to fall back into his dump. I know you enjoyed it and it keeps him distracted. I know you enjoyed it even if you became a stuttering mess" Spellslinger was about to retort while she blushed a little but they arrived at the Lunar wing door that lead straight to the barrack's of the Lunar guards and Spellslinger calmly turned to Midnight "Alright but you gave me the go ahead to court and support him night. So don't be a jelly pony if he doesn't look at you in the same when I court him after he has time to adjust and get better." Spellslinger whispered giggling.

"Oh come on I don't even see him that way. Sure he got a little stronger but muscle isn't everything and have you seen how he doubts himself I honestly don't see him like a possible herd mate." Midnight whispered back to Spellslinger who giggled and whispered back "You didn't say it was impossible." Spellslinger whispered teasingly causing Midnight to grumble annoyed.
"I don't like him like that alright I'm only begining to see him more then just the spoiled bratty mule of a stallion he was before and I want to see how he will change and if it sticks. I truly hope this change for the better will last but I don't want to get my hopes up." Midnight whispered back.
"Well the princesses approved of any attempt at courting him." Spellslinger said teasingly blushing

Henry his gaze turned to the whispering giggling and conversing mares "Uhm what are you two doing?" Henry asked confused

"Nothing!" Both said in unison blushing heavily. Henry scratched his head "Females no matter the species I still can't read them entirely." Henry grumbled as he went through the Doors to the Lunar wing barracks and quickly got followed by his guards in tow.

Back with Luna and Celestia.

After having comforted in each others embrace and the warmth and comfort being send their way from a chant both Luna and Celestia were better for now as the wounds of the past take time to heal the words they overheard from enchantments of the armour was comforting.

"Luna what do you think of our nephew. How much do you think is left of him within that stallion we see now? His actions seemed strange he did not lie to us but as Midnight said he seems to manipulate to get his way should we be worried about his actions sister?" Celestia asked worryingly.

"We do not know how much of our nephew is within the stallion we see now. But his mind is in turmoil, chaotic and hard to read but from what we did glimpse within when he remembered a moment with his father pieces of our nephew remain and the stallion he is now first seemed to not identify himself as our nephew even with if he took the shape of his appearance in his dream but the foal like personality seemed to cling to him beyond the dream so we cannot say sister." Luna said before letting out a worried sigh. "The stallion he is now feels our nephew's attachments of the foal like personality. Combine that with the words and his choice of actions I do not see him as a threat because he doesn't wish to be one. And he cares for us sister even if I dislike being targeted by a experimental spell it shows inside he sees us as family or cares for us atleast."

"You are right sister. I worried a little. Blueblood has been acting strange and has foresight I didn't expect him to have but if his foal like young personality clings to what he has become now it's a good sign. I wish he would speak to us honestly and openly. But I can't force our nephew. Especially since he seemed to keep his stubborn and manipulative nature. Only applying it differently." Celestia replied "I do hope he will keep experimenting with magic down. I can only imagine how Cadence would respond to him using love to fuel a spell." Celestia said while laughing imagining Cadence berating Blueblood and bicker.

"Didn't you tell me our nephew relationship with Cadence was unpleasant since our nephew's self love and self proclaimed importance drove her insane. Not to mention his whining for spells to make him attractive to the mares." Luna replied.

Celestia laughed "Oh yes I felt sorry for all the ponies who had to deal with his antics and whining when he came and demanded me to force Cadence to help him. Oh and when Cadence said that no mare would love a stuck up stallion like him that he was only good to look at but beyond that he had the romantic attraction of a Shaved diamond dog." Celestia laughed a little

Luna laughed as well "I presume he didn't take that well." Luna said as suddenly a very annoyed Princess Of Love barged into the room.

"Aunties are you two alright. I've sensed your brick of a nephew cast a spell using love and I got worried with how strong it was. When I get my hooves on him I'll treat him like the stuck up overgrown foal that he is." Cadence said angrily as she barged in.

"No need to worry Cadence he did nothing bad. It was actually a spell to comfort us. Even if he did not think about the repercussions and dangers of a chant based spell especially one in the spur of the moment." Celestia said kindly.

"What!?" Cadence said in utter confusion "Blueblood isn't even good with magic he only uses it to keep himself clean as for chants they need to rhyme or hold meaning. And you are telling me Blueblood has not only made a strong magical spell powered by love but did so on the fly without any motive?" Cadence asked utterly confused. This can't be right. First chants hold meaning and to make a chant based spell fueled by love you need to understand the emotion and Blueblood is too stuck up to care for anypony besides himself. Not to mention i felt somepony else it's magical signature in the spell. Blueblood must be tricking his aunties or fooled some poor fool to help him. I'm going to teach him a lesson not to play with love magic and if he even tries the but Cousin route I'm going to get him stuck with the Lunar guards that would keep him calm for atleast a week. Maybe they can finally get through his thick skull. Cadence thought.

"We wouldn't say without motive our nephew seemed to comfort us from our past as he was using it to teach his guards a lesson he took from it."Luna said not wanting to go into details since she rather not fall back into the sad thoughts that came with it.

"I don't believe it. That just doesn't sound like Blueblood not the one I know. And no offense but I don't think the nice cute little foal he was is true at all. I think he is planning something." Cadence replied still not believing the possibility of a nice Blueblood.

"Oh that he is planning something Cadence but he did tell us his plans and we know enough to see he doesn't mean harm he actually made us promise to act if he does so but we cannot say what is going on sadly that is up to him. Now normally you wouldn't hear of this and we would deny anything going on beyond his recovery after his little incident which was being poisoned. But I hope you do not cause any attention to fall on him for once our nephew wishes to not be in the centre of attention but I can say he is currently near the Lunar Guard barracks."Celestia said with a smile knowing Cadence would act anyway and thought of it as fair payback for the subtle manipulation.

"Fine I won't drag attention to him." Cadence said before heading out of the room. What are you planning Blueblood? Why did the Princesses mean with you not wanting any attention. If you are abusing your status as a prince again then Faust help me. Cadence thought still angry for not knowing what's going on and because of the manipulation of love magic thinking there is a selfish reason behind it.

Lunar wing barrack's.

As Henry and his guards entered they noticed a mixture of Thestrals and a few unicorns around the barracks some prepping themselves while others heading to what seemed like a mess hall while through a window a group of Lunar guards could be seen training outside.
Yep I feel out of place here. I mean and I don't want to offend the respectful image of any military. Please god anyone or anypony help me through this. Henry thought as he trotted forwards stiffly with a stern gaze upon his muzzle. "Who is the CO here?" Henry shouted loudly getting the attention of everypony at the entrance of the barrack's.
Dear Faust or even discord help me through this. He thought as the gazes fell on him.

A rough Thestral mare with a scar over their right eye and discoloration in their right wing stepped towards Henry. "If you are asking who's in charge of these execuses of guards that be me. Dark Tactics sir. Now what does a unicorn stallion want with the Lunar guard. I've heard that some unicorn would have to be listened to as if they are a major because of a situation with the nobility now I don't recognize you so why should I let some wish wash noble who sweet talked the princesses into any sort of command order my troops." The Thestral said intimidatingly looking at Henry who couldn't help but laugh internally at the display of a pony trying to be intimidating.

"Was that supposed to be intimidating?" Henry said with a predatory smile. "Now normally I would respect soldiers but considering your response I'm not sure if you are even worth that. As for why I need Lunar guard it's quite simple I need soldiers for a mission and need to be sure they will be loyal and I thought omnivores with predatory instincts would be the most useful considering my approach to things. Now tell me why you were trying to be intimidating and were disrespectful before I choose not to take this to the princesses and turn you into a laughing stock. Since as the acting regent of the fool of a prince right now I hold his authority according to the laws so try pushing me see what that does for you. As for who I am Regent or sir is how I'll be addressed is that clear." Henry said sternly as everypony in the room felt the earie presence of a predator combined with the terrifying presence that is mostly felt in the Everfree forest. This caused Dark Tactics to look in shock.
I know I ain't a soldier but as a regent or as a prince they'd need to show more respect. Honestly if this lady wants to act all tough I'll show her why it doesn't fly with me. I could make the floor cold with telekenises magic make ice form and turn her into a practical joke. Henry thought.

"Wow easy there. Regent. This is no reason to call for a duel. Tactics is just looking out for the soldiers. Since the Lunar guard isn't what it used to be." Midnight said trying to defuse the situation. What the hell Blueblood you want to fight her for testing you. She got those scars fighting and defeating a manticore. Midnight thought.

Henry just scoffed "Still doesn't change her actions so give me a reason not to demand a duel instead of going to the princesses to have this dealt with."Henry said looking at Midnight.Duels are a thing. Oh this is just dreamy possible public humiliation of Nobles if I have to make a display of them Henry thought happily.

"B... Regent maybe you should listen to Midnight. Sure as a regent taking over Blueblood his duties this means she is out of line but still you should first listen to her what would the princesses think." Spellslinger replied in a pleading tone.

Henry grumbled "Fine talk now before I change my mind." Henry ordered at Dark tactics who still was still in shock by the actions of the to her unknown stallion.

"Wow a stallion with a pair of tits. And a smart one too" Dark said smiling "I already like you. Not the nobility type I guess you're like the few unicorns from within the guard raised by a bunch of Thestrals if your temper and behaviour is any sign." Dark said smiling this caused Henry to make a angry horselike snort. "And a wild streak too wow where did the princesses dig you up off did they use a time travel spell to pluck you out of the past. Well my apologies for my previous actions sir. I was looking out for my troops as the Lunar guard isn't what it used to be to many positions lacking. Personal lacking aswell and the hole stigma that surrounds princess Luna because of the past makes it even harder. I can't risk anypony trying to make it worse. It's already bad enough we currently fall under Shining armour like the Solar guard does. So why don't we go to my office and we can talk about what brings you here and why you need troops the Princess kept it rather silent but considering you're the regent for Prince fuck up I can imagine it is having to be kept quiet." Dark Tactics replied.

Henry seemed to calm down when Dark explained why she was attempting to be intimidating before. "Hmm fine. I understand taking care of ones own. Lead on also I suspect the unicorns in the night guard come from mixed families with Thestrals." Henry said smiling.Pair of tits? Oh right different gender ratio females are most likely to be the tough ones then for ponies. That will take some getting used to.

Dark Tactics saluted and smiled "Yes they do not that our lives are easy mind you. They've got the brunt on both fronts because of it but they are loyal without a fault and aren't as stuck up or useless as the unicorns who didn't grow up around Thestrals." Dark Tactics said as she lead Henry and his guards to a door which opened to a office with a dark oaken desk lot of paperwork and two chairs one at each side of the desk.

Henry entered with his guards in tow Spellslinger closed the door behind them and cast a sound proofing spell to ensure what was discussed there would not leak out.So because unicorns were raised by omnivores bat ponies they got less stuck up. Interesting. Makes sense to be less uhm racist towards them then. Also considering they were raised by the uhm worse treated minority I guess would explain why they would be more flexible and smart. Conflict breeds progress. Henry thought

Dark Tactics sat down behind her desk and offered Henry the remaining seat to which he obliged and sat down both Spellslinger and Midnight standing next to where he sat.

"So you said you needed troops and loyalty was an issue. As the regent for Blueblood I imagine that fool isn't doing well. So debrief me." Dark Tactics said calmly.

"Blueblood has Amnesia small memories of his foal hood remain he is recuperating from the poisoning. I'm sure you are aware of the poison incident since it was during the night and the Lunar guard found him. Now as a result he is being kept separate for rehabilitation and re-education. Now that leaves him unable to do his duties and too easily manipulated and because the events that lead up to this situation are questionable if you put it lightly. Let's just say it left things rather unstable. I've been assigned to deal with the situation but I am in need of loyal troops not suspected to talk and preferably not as soft as the Solar guards since they are a laughing stock after what I noticed when Blueblood did his little disappearing act." Henry stated.

"I see where you are coming from sir but why?"Dark Tactics asked Henry "Even if Blueblood reverted to before the incident that cost his parents mentally and doesn't recall doing so much harm. Why would you need troops and what for? And it still doesn't explain why you do not give your name and only wish to be addressed by your title."Dark added noticing a somber look on Henry his muzzle.

"It's hard to explain Dark. I know the Thestrals have had it hard. I can only compare it to other tragedies I am aware off. Some of which would make even the princesses weep or look in disgust if they knew." Henry said looking straight at Dark his disgust and sadness being readable from his expression as he thought of the many cruelties Humanity had brought on themselves. From slavery to canibalism and many other tragedies some reserved to the old retellings from history books others sadly not. "But to the point I am planning to level the playing field. I need soldiers to deal with the weeds of corruption caused by mismanagement within Dartmoor. I need the Lunar guards because I need ponies I can trust and you lot being naturally tougher both physically because of your more predatory nature and mentally because of the hardships you've endured. I wont sugar coat it. I could easily deal with it myself but that would only cause more fear then it is worth. Plus good reputation and aiding denizens of Equestria even in what is considered their home front would give good publicity for your troops."Henry said calmly.

"That's all good and well but you said you could do it alone and you want my troops as what emotional support for your mission shouldn't you ask the Solar guard for a mission like that. I know you weren't kidding i recognised the disgust and sadness in your expression its not something someone can fake but you didn't tell me who you are."Dark tactics retorted this caused Henry to laugh.

"Why? If a unicorn stallion would barge in defeating all manner of vile and corrupt individuals with only two guards in tow making them look like inadequate foals would you trust them or fear them. Also there is only that much food and equipment I can carry to Dartmoor. Now if it were a battalion of Lunar guards it would be a different story. Sure they'd still fear whats going on but they'd see it differently. The situation would be easier to turn to our hoof. It would be easier to revitalize the area and would bring some pride to the Lunar guard's in the eyes of the public. Its basic social manipulation. Using the feared or looked down upon image of the Lunar guards as a stepping stone and not being something to mess with. A combination of fear, awe and respect would form towards your troops. As such it would help you in the long run. As for who i am. I sadly can't say for multiple reasons. One is that I'd be painting a target on your back. Secondly is that my anonymity is going to be a weapon for those who conspired against the Thestrals who turned little Bluey into such a pain in our flank. As such I can't risk my identity leaking out. You know predatory ambush tactic hiding where the prey doesn't expect it until the trap is set. And my trap is a sweet one."Henry said with a dark grin that was filled with glee in prospect on what's to come.

"I don't know if i should call you crazy or praise the Princesses that you aren't against us." Dark replied.Where did the princesses get this scary colt. Those eyes are terrifying. What does he mean with a sweet trap. I'll need to get to understand this Regent incase he becomes a threat. Dart thought

Blueblood why are you saying it so bluntly. Spellslinger thought then she recalled the chat of where his mind was in the poisoned state and she doubted it especially after the hole talk in the Royal baths.

He is being blunt and calm about the situation how much pride does Blueblood have. I know he feels responsible for the ponies in Dartmoor but don't get ahead of yourself. It's atleast better then your previous self doubt. Midnight thought

"You don't have to worry about my sanity or pride that is a lost cause. I know you worry for your soldiers so I will tell simple. I'm a stallion who aims for results I care deeply for others I know the price of combat which is why if the princesses wouldn't have approved me being aided by the guards I would have simply gone to Dartmoor myself and used a sadly more unbefitting way to deal with the current situation of corruption and missing ponies. Luckily that isn't the approach I will have to take but the reason I would go so far is to prevent any further suffering. As a Soldier you know the price you pay for the safety of mind and body of others and you feel responsible for your subordinates. I feel the same responsibility towards the ponies in Dartmoor when I found signs that point to their plight. I know you might all think I'm being prideful or arrogant but understand this I see and take any chance It will take without a second thought. If it is to protect those under my care."Henry calmly stated.

"I understand your mentality Mister Regent. I don't approve of it but I've also known hardships. I got my scar fighting a manticore to save my fellow Lunar guards during a scouting mission. I'm not going to pry what made you like you are. I'm pretty sure anything that can make a stallion become like you isn't something anypony should see but I trust you to take care of my troops. I do hope you can step away from that way of thinking sir. Maybe find a nice mare talk a little get some friends but I am happy you do not resort to killing. Maybe a little bit of proof of your skills would be appropriate to ensure the guards know you aren't all hot air like most nobles." Dark Tactics said as she got up. So not insane at all. But somepony thinking ahead. And clever way to dangerous as I suspected. But let's hope he takes the bait to show some of his skills. Dark tactics thought.

"Believe me there is nothing I'd wish more then to be able to rest miss Dark but you know how that goes. And I understand you want to see what I can do. You're a guard of course a strange anonymous stallion would set off your alarm bells. Now normally I would only show most of my cards to the princesses and these two lovely mares guarding me. But I must tell you I am a civilian not a soldier. I mean it's kind of laughable that nobility can take a military command under certain situations but don't worry I would be let down if your troops would simply obey every noble because of their position." Henry said laughing

Midnight fought the urge to facehoof. Did you have to point it out Blueblood. She'll only see you as more worrisome and you don't act like a normal stallion. Midnight thought worryingly

Spellslinger had to fight the urge not to pull Blueblood away for his own safety What are you thinking Blueblood. You're only making your situation worse. Having somepony like Dark Tactics being wary of you. Spellslinger thought.

"A civilian well I wouldn't have guessed. But atleast your upfront about the things you can say but I wonder why would you bluntly say you expect them not to follow every order?"Dark tactics said questioning the stallion's motives. A civilian that gets under ponies their skin and tries to think like them and about the situation with pride and skills that proves they think they can deal with others easily. Is this stallion pulling my tail. This stallion makes no sense at all. Atleast he is honestly desiring to rest but I don't think his definition of rest is going home raising foals or working in a garden like most stallions. Dark thought.

"Well quite alot of knowledge miss Dark. Not first hand knowledge. But considering Equestria it's normal peaceful history it might seem slightly weird but one little pearl of wisdom I got out of a book would be Think for yourself, not all instructions are meant to be obeyed. " Henry said smiling. Good old Sun Tzu did word it differently but I don't think quoting the Art of war to ponies would be useful at all. Henry thought as he suddenly pondered if ponies would still be using legion warfare tactics. He slaps himself to make him stop thinking of such things.

"Are you alright Mister Regent?" Dark tactics asked as she noticed the strange stallion slap himself. I can imagine situations where his pearl of wisdom as he puts it would be the best approach but why did the stallion slap himself. And why would he call it a little pearl of wisdom. Dark tactics thought

"I am alright sorry my mind started to wander. My apologies. " Henry calmly stated.

"Wander about what?" Dark Tactics asked.

"I'm not sure you want to know that Miss Dark Tactics. The Regent tends to leave ponies somewhat confused or baffled." Midnight said calmly. So Blueblood not only knows about healing and biology but also has some knowledge about war or the military. Now that is interesting and terrifying if it is as self proclaimed basic as his medical knowledge. Maybe He should have a spar with the Lunar guard. Midnight thought

Spellslinger just smiled a worrying smile as she recognized the similarity between this situation and the healing incident. Blueblood can you not bumble into something and peek someponies interest. You are going to make our job harder like this. Spellslinger thought.

"Well now I am even more curious what you ponder about mister Regent?" Dark said surprised by the response of the two guards around Henry. So something happened before quite interesting. Nothing bad if him being here and having the Princesses their support says anything about it. I wonder what. Dark tactics thought.

"Just pondering military tactics if the guards still use the Legion Warfare approach of numberical superiority. But I can't continue on about that I rather not be dragged to the Princesses for sharing information I am not allowed to. Especially after the great amount of trust they've shown in me. Honestly I think they should be the ones to approve any discussion revolving military and warfare considering the nature of the subject and waves it could make. Sorry miss Dark if that isn't the answer you hoped for. I'd gladly teach you but my hooves are tied." Henry said apologetically.Sorry nope I am not risking my skin for this nope. If you want my guidance or views on the matter get permission first. Henry thought.

"I understand. Your situation must be very tricky. Well let's go you were going to show what you can do to the guards. As for our tactical approach you will see." Dark said as she got up from behind her desk and smiled.Atleast he is loyal to the princesses. I still hope to find out more. Guess I'll have to write a request to the Princesses. But he said he'd gladly teach I wonder if I could use that against him. He has been upfront about what he can share from what I've seen. Still if he knows alternatives to numberical superiority or legion approach as he calls we will need it. Dark thought as she planned on a way to get some information out of him.

Henry got out of his chair aswell. "It will be a good warm up for me aswell haven't sparred in a while so will it be one versus one or will they work as a group?" Henry asked calmly as his pupils turned small and focused like a predator once more but not to intimidate. With his smile and calm body language it showed anticipation.

"Hahaha. What's wrong did you get a little rusty and want to shake it off?"Dark commented playfully.Hmm so he is rusty. That is good means he should be used to the friendly and calm normal approach of fellow ponies but I might have to poke a little bit rougher at him to ensure it feels genuine considering his behaviour he should be used to more mareish treatment.
And him being comfortable means I can learn more maybe ensure he'll stay docile and remain to want rest because those eyes from before are scary focused and strange, Unatural even. Dark tactics thought.

"Well sort of yes. But don't worry I'm quick to adapt and shake the rust off." Henry said smiling as he got a playful tap from Dark as she lead him out of her office.Well not rusty more of new quadruple form of movement but I think the same principles of shifting ones Ballance using once own momentum against them will be useful. Maybe using telekenises both to alter temperature or other creative means would make up for it. Henry thought calmly.

"Well we might be able to kick that rust off." Dark tactics said as they exited her office both Henry and his guard mares noticed that they were at the centre of attention after their little entrance from before and they how jovial Henry and Dark were acting towards eachother didn't make that attention lessen.

"Alright. This is going to be fun so just sparring nothing lethal. Any rules I should be aware of? I would put it above habits considering the Solar guard lack of skills that they have a hole lot of limitations in place during sparring or training. Since they are more like foals playing with spears and seem to be used to create the illusion of a organized standing army." Henry said calmly but suddenly both Dark Tactics and some nearby Lunar guards could not help but laugh at the obvious remark.

Wait did Blueblood just say that. I mean a lot of Thestrals and historians think it but still it's not something somepony would say so bluntly. Hmm I'll put this under the weird knowledge that came with his incident. But does he really think he can fight. Did knowledge like that came along too. What is rusty if I compare the medical knowledge he have Tender Care as basic. Midnight thought worrying the realization sinking in that just as he did with the solar guards before that he might make a display of the Lunar guards aswell.

Blueblood you shouldn't fight I don't want you to get hurt or hurt anypony. I understand that you want to proof yourself but this is going a bit to far you should be resting recuperating not planning to fight Spellslinger thought but sighed

"Well just the basic rules no permanent harm which normally isn't an issue training. Let's see staying within the designated sparring area but since you are a unicorn and most Lunar guards are Thestrals that range is mostly large. And of course no hurt feelings or vendettas afterward." Dark Tactics listed off.

"Alright got it now let's see what your troops can do." Henry stated.

A Thestral in Lunar guard armour stepped to Henry and Tactics. "Am I hearing that right Ma'am are we going to spar with him?" The female Lunar guard said with glee.

"That is right Since you're so eager Swift Strike. Why don't you go first. Show him what one of my best trained can do." Dark Tactics said smiling "unless the rusty regent needs to warm up first?" Dark said turning to Henry.

"Oh no I'm alright so lets take this outside sounds like fun. But a little warning Swift. I won't fight normally but I'll be honest you might need to visit Tender Care so no holding back alright." Henry said with a smile this caused Swift Strike to smile back.

Dark was worried when she heard Henry statementWell let's hope it won't become to bad.

Spellslinger whispered to Midnight "Aren't we going to stop him? He could get hurt."
Midnight replied "I'm more worried about Swift Strike. I mean if his medical knowledge was basic by his strange standards what will his combat methods for civilian be then either he will make another spectacle or He will lose some of his pride."Midnight whispered back as she noticed Swift and Henry to the outer training yard of the Lunar barracks being followed by a entourage of onlookers.

What followed left Everypony stumped. Though Henry seemed to use his magic to support bipedal fighting stances at first using telekenises like a crutch getting Swift Strike of guard he was winning. Standing unnaturally on his hind hooves using magic to support himself and his back in case while using bipedal fighting techniques simple hitting with his front hooves putting his weight behind it never understanding why Equestrian pony limbs can bend both ways or how hooves could grab Swift Strike as she rushed at him. It was useful for using her momentum against her and the little brawl was enjoyable though he held back not wanting to hurt the mare but after multiple attempts on the ground from Swift Strike halted after being fended of or swung aside.
Swift strike was getting annoyed by not being able to beat a stallion who claimed that he was rusty but she recalled he wouldn't go easy on her so she switched to use air superiority. She used the air to gain more momentum and dive at him which didn't go to well but she could easily spread her wings to regain height for another attempt even as he tried to turn her momentum against her.

The flying attacks halted when Henry his horn glowed and golden aura surrounded air where later a small tornado formed. This caused the Lunar guard to look in shock while Henry just smiled. Swift strike who had at multiple times hit the dirt from ground based fighting and thought air superiority would be her advantage after being flung around and having her own momentum used against her too many times. this time she just looked at Henry's big smile as she got dragged into the small tornado and got flung to the ground before the tornado vanished in another show of the golden aura which left a cold chill and strangely some small ice forming behind but effectively stopping the strange unplanned weather phonomena.

"Wow aerodynamics are the same never thought of using magic like this but still quite fun.The size of wings proportionate to the equine species made me think that it might be different. Must be a magic thing." Henry stuck in his little world.

"What the buck was that?" Swift Strike said as she got up getting the dirt of her uniform while the others still looked on in disbelief that the Thestral didn't just tame the weather Henry strangely conjured up.

"Uhm what do you mean?" Henry said snapping to reality.

"You know what I mean. First your strange fighting stances that would make sense for a diamond dog or other bipedal while being surrounded in your magic glow and then the strange weather I couldn't tame. I know you wanted to go all our but you lied about being rusty." Swift said accusingly.

"What do you mean you couldn't tame it don't pegassi and Thestrals have the ability to affect the weather. It was just a simple natural tornado. And I didn't lie." Henry stated.

"There was nothing natural about it. It was creepy and untamable how you could you make it and controll it? I'm a Thestral and even if I'm not one of those weather ponies I'm very sure they wouldn't be able to tame it. You did lie no pony who is rusty fights like that" Swift replied before stepping closer to Henry trying to get a sneak attack in thinking the Stallion is playing with her.

Henry started to ponder and was caught of guard by a fast Thestral charging at him. In the spur of the moment the ground Infront of the Thestral glowed in a golden magical aura before a lair of ice formed over it making Swift Strike slip on by Henry. "Now that isn't fair. I was thinking why you couldn't control it and you broke my concentration. Still thanks for the warm up for sparring." Henry stated calmly still not showing any sign of exhaustion or sweat at all why the Thestral mare was sweating and covered in dirt.

Everypony was still looking at Henry in disbelief.

Midnight just laughed at the situation as she suddenly understood the amassment from Spellslinger. As she noticed something she could relate too. Instead of the principles of magic here she saw Henry fight holding his own against somepony that by Equestrian standards was a good soldier being outmanoeuvred by unexpected tactics and fighting styles.
Hmm it seems Blueblood is doing good. But didn't he say he was rusty and that he thinks Spellslinger and I were better at combat. Maybe his memories being messed up by the poison made him expect better I shouldn't let him realize this who knows what it would do to the poor stallion. Midnight thought as she suddenly had a quite an embarrassing fantasy where Blueblood would rescue or fight beside her. Her cheeks turned crimson and she quickly willed her wings down after she noticed her day dreaming caused them to rise.

Spellslinger just facehooved at the situation.
Blueblood I understand you gained certain knowledge but do you have to make it so clear. He said the poison induced memories were from a place that doesn't sound to friendly to ponies. Maybe I can help him a little. He did say not everypony there was kind so that's a good excuse. Spellslinger thought and she calmly spoke "Regent you shouldn't be putting ponies on par with your cruel teachers. You have gotten so use to their mindset and basic fighting that you forgot to look into the Equestrian combat methods and quality didn't you?" Spellslinger said with an innocent smile.

Midnight caught on to the charade and smirked and laughed.

Henry noticed everypony was staring at him and quickly fell to the natural quadruple stance for ponies before facehooving. "I did it again didn't I?" He blurted out.
Hmm maybe I should salvage this weird situation. Uhm yes stern a kind teacher routine trying to educate them would be best to salvage this situation. I hope my aunties will forgive me for sharing a tid bit of knowledge. Still thanks for the save Spellslinger you don't know how much it means to me. But there was truth in her words. I mean Equestria might have magic and mythical beings but humans by all intents and purposes are a race who's history is filled with conflict. Our entire existence has mostly be driven by persistence, will and endurance. Our science and knowledge formed to overcome hurdles be it advancement of war or our own living situation.Henry thought unaware that the Princesses were looking at him from a distance through a window in Luna her private room within the castle while Cadence was looking at the display at a distance as she trotted towards the training grounds.

Dark Tactics looked terrified at the current predicament.
If his teachers were cruel and he is rusty and Civilian by their standards seeing what happened untill now as a warm-up for sparring we'd be bucked by what his teachers see as warfare. I need more information and I'll need to bring this up with the Princesses immediately. Dark Tactics thought worryingly.

Swift strike stopped her attempts at Henry but slowly trotted to him. "If you see what we did as warmups could you maybe give me some pointers sir." She said saluting having a new found respect for the Strange unicorn.

"I was already thinking of it but I need to know the others their skill too and your combined battle tactics if you have those because simple rush with numbers or brute force methods using dives and speed are useless against somepony using their head. But I do not have enough time to train you all because of a mission for which I needed soldiers." Henry stated bluntly.

Dark tactics her pride got hurt as she heard Henry his words.This is bad. I should try and make sure everypony isn't too broken by his words Dark thought but before she could say something to lift up the spirit of her troop Swift Strike spoke.

"Yes sir. I'm sorry for us not being what you expected sir but legion warfare is the most common approach." Swift Strike said apologetically. Her aswell as many other Lunar Guards all had saddened and let down body language their eyes similar to sad puppies.

Henry felt his heart break. He felt as if he just kicked a bunch of puppies. A bunch of furry bat winged puppies but still.
"Now now. It isn't that you lack strength but you lack execution and tactics. Honestly if I hadn't been drilled by one teacher to use a enemies force against by taking them of balance or incase of being at a disadvantage to turn a situation to my hoof I wouldn't have won. I should have expected it. My teachers have been where your tactics are now a few centuries ago. I guess they rubbed of on me. But don't ever think you are lacking in any way. You have a close kinship, I noticed it when you thought I was taught by Thestrals. Such kinship is something to be proud of. It shows a form of brotherhood and honour that deserves to be recognised." He said in a kind soft-spoken tone. Not that I'd call their approach true legion warfare then again they probably got tactics that they don't use or have forgotten over the centuries of peace. Henry thought.

The Lunar guard perked up and showed some pride at Henry his comment. Cadence got closer to the Guards and heard Henry his little speech but when she looked at the stallion something felt strange and wrong to her so she waited and observed.

Swift strike "Thank you sir but didn't your teachers have the same bonds?" She asked calmly

"No not anymore their warfare evolved. Their chivilary and unity are different degraded. It still exist but not so profoundly and they have gotten desensitized from many things. Which is why I'm proud of you. Your sense of community also seems stronger." As he said this he felt Cadence her eyes borrowing onto him from a distance. "For now train to think on your feet with each other. Use your personal talents and advantages and try and make a combined strategy based on it. And do not be afraid to use racial advantages of your fellow guards. Example the unicorns can do more then just charge but has the flexibility of magic to their disposal, Thestrals have wheater manipulation use it and if you have bat like properties and night vision or echo location use them. I'd even advice abusing sound to disarm foes so why don't you practice this as a group against eachother in small teams. Now I've got a visitor that I need to talk to privately. I'll be back soon and will give pointers and advice then dismissed!" Henry said calmly trotting towards Cadence.

Dark tactics was smiling at the eagerness of Henry to teach but worried about the statements surrounding his teachers. But as she gazed to her fellow Lunar guard their smiles and drive to take what the stallion said to heart she could only smile and went to help them with their training.

Cadence was looking nervous. As through her emotion sensitive magic she sensed love strong as a inferno but also other emotions way above what was normal for a pony and she was slightly shaking as the pony no whatever it was. Was trotting towards her.
She quickly appeared to be her normal self as the strange stallion got closer then she noticed something else a weaker surge of emotions from somepony else within the inferno. It was being sheltered nourished by it.What the Buck is going on this isn't blue blood. Why are there two sources of emotions in one body? Is the weaker one Blue Blood? She thought worryingly.

"Princess Mi Amore Cadenza I thought I'd see you can we talk privately. I'd rather not cause a scene and I'm sure you'd only come here after meeting the other princesses considering the situation. So could you teleport us somewhere of your choosing that is private, I'm sure you've got many questions and I'd rather not break my current anonymity. If teleportation doesn't work maybe a privacy spell if those things exist " Henry said calmly.

Cadence looked confused at the strange stallion who's emotions were still more powerfully radiating around it. As the Princess of love she was more atuned to the kind and loving emotions and she sensed some aimed towards her not the romantic type but just kind appreciative love which confused her more untill a voice snapped her out of it.

"Hello? Earth to alicorn of love? Are you there?" Henry said jokingly trying to snap her out of her confusion making her cast shield around them which wasn't transparent. "Wow no transparency that's unexpected?" Henry commented.

"You did ask for a privacy spell now I do have a few questions. What are you? Who are you? What have you done to Blueblood? What is Earth?" Cadence asked sternly as she did so she could notice the notice the confusion on Henry his face but then she noticed it loving and caring emotions coming from Henry not akin to that of a lover but that of a friend combined strangely with nervousness and some sadness.

Henry nervously looked at Cadence "You asked what I am. That is question is unexpected. I wonder if it has to do with your specific talent but anyway fine. I am or was a homo sapien, I'm not going to use other terminology to identify species. As to who I am sorry I don't know if naming magic is a thing or not it's better to play it safe. And the better question is what Blueblood did to me if this isn't happening all in my head honestly it doesn't matter. As for Earth well she has many names Gaia, Sol 3 it's well where I come from quite similar to Equis but well no magic and the only sentient beings are well homo sapiens." Henry said with a defeated sigh thinking of home.

Cadence her horn glowed as she pointed it to Henry threateningly "homo what now? You better start giving me answers. What would Blueblood have done to you? Why would you think this is all happening in your head and if earth is your home why don't you go back and undo what you are doing to Blueblood right now." Cadence said threateningly.

"Tell me princess Cadence, you've foal sat Twily right? She must have enjoyed books and tales right some impossible for foal entertainment or to take lessons out of. Imagine if you were to one calm afternoon after work fell asleep to meet one character you so utterly dispise aware of the fact you are dreaming and attempted to will them away to only find yourself ripped from your home and awaken as said character." Henry said sadness in his eyes. "Only to later find out you share his attachments and a part of them still remains within your or well their mind. Memories and sometimes even conversing with them or your speech changing because of the situation." Henry said solemnly.

Cadence felt the frustration and sadness coming from Henry but also some shame. "That's impossible and insane!" She said but when the words left her lips she looked at the stallion. "It's what happened to you isn't it?" Cadence asked apologetically.

"Yes either that or I am insane or both. It doesn't really matter. Because I can't return home yet or possibly ever. Because I cant abandon what remains of Blueblood within me since it's foal like and kind. And I can't let him face the backlash of it all be it political or otherwise. I don't have enough information to even know if this is permanent, temporary or if our traits and memories would combine further. But I can't just let a foal face it all nor can I hurt au.... The princesses." Henry replied his voice shaking and breaking under emotional strain.

Cadence looked at the emotions swirling around the pony Infront of her and hugged him comfortingly. "You are an idiot. You know that. You should be resting getting to grips with yourself." Cadence said giving the stallion a small smile.

Henry laughed a little " I know but I can't. I don't want to dwell about things I need to be busy to distract myself." He replied looking at the direction he knew the Lunar guard's were training at.

Cadence made the dome of the privacy spell see through like a one-way mirror. "You care for them don't you? I don't know what you think one pony can do to help them or even the ponies that live in Blueblood his lands. But seeing how both of you care for them I know you aren't a bad pony" Cadence replied giving a soft smile.

Henry just smiled seeing the Lunar guard's training taking his advice to heart noticing the few unicorns within it using magic creatively and the guard's together with Dark tactic her advice making strategies. "One pony can light the way for others. So yes I care for them. I would use all I can do both enrich and better the lives of every pony under me. But don't mistake that for me being a good pony. I've made mistakes many during my life. As long as nopony pushes me to far or I don't fall because magic never was in my arsenal before and now it is. I fear how far I can go with it just simple telekinesis combined with knowledge has given me control over temperature of what is within it's grasp and it is scary. Not to mention the healing incident or what other knowledge could lead me to do. I'm happy that Auntie Lulu and Tia promised to act when needed. Because I know my mentality better then anypony in existence. My habit of caring and quickly forming bonds with others is dangerous for I would anything for their happiness and prosperity. It is one of the dangerous instincts I have. There in lies the reason I try not to dwell to much on my predicament for I could fall into a spiral of self induced sadness by speculation and theories around my current predicament. But the bonds are a double edged sword, say somepony would harm or even kill one of those I care for well. Let's just say Quod nocet, saepe docet.. And the lesson to those who would harm those I care for will be one that would shake your beliefs in me." He said solemnly as his smile faded.

Cadence booped Henry his snout causing him to look cross eyed and laugh at the strange sensation. " Then get your head out of the dump you cranky donkey. You can't help them like that. And talk to somepony when you can." She said kindly trying to cheer up the stallion. He cares for them. He needs somepony to help him. I can't just let somepony in his state alone. I should also asks the Princesses what he said ment. Cadence thought worrying over Henry his well being.

Henry looked at Cadence and sighed "I know but who can I talk to? If I tell our aunties it might hurt them more they don't need that and I think If I start talking about it I'd break down on the spot." Henry replied as he looked at the Lunar guard's training "And they don't need that now. Neither do those who I am responsible for."

Cadence slapped Henry with her wing "Vladímir Blueblood! You stubborn mule! You better talk to them and somepony else about it after your little excursion or I will drag you by your tail myself." Cadence replied as if scolding a little foal. He still is the stubborn fool as before. How can he think that the Princesses shouldn't know about what happened just to spare them. I know he cares but he said himself he cares and still calls them aunties. Just what we need an intelligent and stubborn unstable foalish secluded stallion. Cadence thought.

Henry stood shaking being talked at like a little foal it stung being called by Blueblood his full name and scolded made him feel like he was a child again being told off. "Yes Niece Cadence." He replied as a cheeky disobedient child Youre not my mother Princess of love. Wait where did that childish thought come from. Henry thought.

You should listen to her she just wants to help. a little colt voice echoed in Henry his head.

"I mean it Blueblood, if you plan on acting like a stubborn foal I'm going to treat you like one!" Cadence said sternly making Henry reminisce about a stern kindergarten teacher he had but he was to distracted by coltish voice within his mind.

Now you are talking to me, also is it your fault I'm thinking so childish. Are you affecting my mentality again I'm not thinking in pony terms again right. Henry thought before he spoke "Sorry Cady I've got the coltish voice in my head again. I'm even outnumbered in my own mind yay." He replied sarcastically.

Oh stop being such a worrywart. And listen to niece Cady. I know you have a lot on your plate but you should stop worrying about things you can't change older me. I mean I don't blame you for what happened to us and you seem like a nice stallion. I don't know why you like our guards though. But still just do your best and please be open to somepony it's really strange to talk to somepony in your head you know. The little colt voice echoed in Henry his head.

"Not the foal too fine. I will try I'm still against the hole being to open up to anypony idea" Henry grunted out loud but when he noticed he said it out loud in exasperation he facehooved.

Cadence looked at Henry with a knowing smile. " If you don't the foalish voice will bring it up again won't he?" She asked while still having that knowing smile.

"I know he will. And Cadence don't you have better things to do then act like my old foalsitter. I'd say go to Shinning Armour have a date." Henry replied sounding like a grumpy old stallion. Maybe getting her to pay attention to Shiny will keep her out of my mane for a while. Honestly she may mean well but I don't need a babysitter. Henry thought as he sighed deeply.

"Oh no you don't Blueblood. Don't try distract me now tell me why the enchanted armour? What are you planning?" Cadence asked like a foalsitter asking a little foal what mischief they were planning.

Henry sighs "Armour is to hide my identity so I can try and manipulate both sides of the Diplomatic conflict that caused Blueblood to become what he was. As for my plans it's really simple explain basic tactics and creative uses of the Lunar guard's their abilities. Not that they will be ready for the plan tonight but it will make simple social manipulation easier. That's why the fabricated regent exists." Henry said before he got interrupted.

"Blueblood!" Cadence said loudly in a disapproving tone.

"Cadence, it isn't to act badly seriously. Just to ensure unity and cooperation against common mismanagement and corruption and then combine it with well using my own bits to rebuild and revitalise my lands. Maybe share a bit of knowledge see how it correlates with magic. Ensuring growth to create a company so I can both fight a political and economic war in the shadows disarming and undermining those who would threaten Equestria and my aunties." Henry quickly explained.

"Wait. What? Why?" Cadence asked confused to the approach.

"Quite simple really. There will be opposition from other nobles especially those who had a hoof in my uhm previous upbringing into a unkind arrogant waste of space. So the best approach would be to make a economic power house with a good reputation by aiding others or advancing existing methods. Which obviously will be held under close control. This stacks the odds in my favour. As to how I came to this idea the healing incident brought this to my attention. And when playing a game like politics or leading others the best way is to play an entirely different game getting our adversaries completely off guard." Henry calmly stated trying to explain it to Cadence.

"So you are making a trap. But why would you teach anypony?"Cadence asked.

Henry smiled" Because I have foresight. I've read the tale that would have happened to the end. And I can try to better everyone's situation but there are things I will not interfere with. Sorry in advance for that. But a leader must make difficult decisions. And it's literally stamped on my flank." He said smiling.

"Ooh but? Why are you sorry then? Is something bad going to happen?" Cadence asked nervously.

"There will be trails and tribulations that certain ponies will learn from. I will try and help where I can but sometimes I simply won't be able to and that's why I'm sorry. That's considering I will not lose myself or that this situation is not temporary. But even if I'd lose my mind and the foalish remnant of Blueblood will all be that remains I will ensure that one they are protected and not manipulated by others while ensuring the groundwork and knowledge for Equestria and it's allies betterment remain. As I have a duty." Henry stated calmly.

"You really aim high don't you? Even thinking of the worst that could happen to prepare. But I know you care and love others if you won't prevent them making mistakes so they can learn themselves. Even if you want to help." Cadence said with a sombre smile

"Yeah well I better get going Cady I have a lot of work to do and I sadly can't include you in in my plans yet.No offense but I don't know when I precisely am in the timetable of the tale so I'm rushed." Henry said stepping to the each of the bubble shield.

"Ok just find somepony anypony alright. And if I can help tell me please." Cadence said softly.Why can't I help him. Now I shouldn't push him he already is reclusive and hasn't talked to anypony about it except the Princesses and his guard's in detail. He is like a timid foal out of his element. I should wait. Even if he is confused and troubled he still feels Blueblood attachments and the bit of Blueblood that is left seems to be pushing him to open up and accept what happens and enjoy his new life. So in the end he is still family. Cadence thought as she removed the shield bubble.

"Don't worry I will. Bye Cadence I got work to do." Henry said trotting towards the Lunar guards that were training.

"Good luck Regent!" She shouted encouragingly. I hope you know what you're doing. Cadence thought worryingly as she saw Henry trot towards the Lunar guards.

Author's Note

I've been sitting and working on this chapter for a little while between lunch breaks on my phone. Sorry for the delay and I hope you enjoy.

Quod nocet, saepe docet : What harms often teaches.