Chapter 7

“I said I was sorry…” I groaned.

The rainbow haired and stetson wearing girl were both glaring daggers at me while the poofy pink haired chick was sitting in her chair…with dark burn marks on her clothes and skin and her hair all statically charged, and she was twitching every so often.

“We don’t take too kindly to people who blast our friends out of nowhere.” The country girl snapped as she stood protectively in front of the pink girl.

“Yeah! What’s your problem, pal?!” The rainbow haired chick accused, getting ready to charge at me.

“In my defense, she startled the shit out of me after literally appearing out of fricken no where!” I shot back. “And how’d she even do that anyway? Did she teleport or something?”

“She can’t use magic, that’s just Pinkie being Pinkie.” Rainbow girl said.

“I’m gonna pretend that makes sense.” I said, rubbing my temples. “And again I’m sorry for blasting your friend, I just don’t do well with people sneaking up on me like that.”

“Still, don’t mean ya had ta blast her.” Stetson girl said.

“Ax apologized, isn’t that enough?” Moon asked.

“Not to us!” Rainbow girl said. “And since when are you all friendly, Nightmare Moon?!”

“Hey, don’t yell at her like that!” I snarl. “She has every right to be here just as much as all of you!”

“Oh yeah?!” The Rainbow girl countered as she flew up to me and got in my face. “And why’s that?!”

“Because…she’s my friend, plain and simple.” I said crossing my arms.

Rainbow girl went silent along with the rest of the group at my statement. I glanced over to Celestia who was smiling a little at my proclamation Luna even gave a little nod of approval.

“You’re friends with her?” Rainbow repeats.

“That’s right, and like you all, I also don’t like it when people are rude to my friends.” I said. “So don’t go pointing fingers at someone who wants to prove she’s a changed woman.”

“Well what about you?” She asked, pointing at me. “You still blasted my friend with that weird magic of yours and you could’ve seriously hurt her!”

“Fine, I admit it was uncalled for but I would never intentionally hurt anyone. And to prove it, as a gesture of god faith, I’ll do this.” I said as I walked towards the pink haired girl. She looked up to me with curiosity as I placed a hand on her shoulder, making her and the others flinch. I could feel a little electricity coursing through her body so I closed my eyes and began extracting it from her body while also healing any stiff joints and muscles of hers. She soon starts to relax and once I finish extracting the electricity her hair puffs out to its natural poofy state, which I chose to ignore how that was possible.

“There, all better?” I ask.

“What did ya do?” Stetson girl wondered.

“I extracted the electricity from her body while also healing her joints and muscles that were all stiff from the blast.” I explained.

“Wowie! I feel so relaxed and loose!” The pink girl chirped as she literally bent over backwards on her hands.

“Uh…ok that’s weird, but you’re welcome.” I said. “So is all forgiven?”

“I’m not sure.” Rainbow girl said, crossing her arms. “You still seem like a loose cannon.”

“Rainbow Dash, darling, maybe we should forgive him.” The posh girl said. “After all he did heal Pinkie Pie and apologized. Despite his rugged appearance he does seem somewhat of a gentleman. And that healing of his sounds like an intriguing electric therapy massage.”

“Uh thanks, I guess?” I said.

“Oh please, maybe he did that to get on our good side.” Rainbow girl dismissed.

“Well then how’s about this then.” I said as I walked back over to her. She stared up at me with a cautious look in her eye and I just raised my hands out beside my hips.

“Hit me.” I said.

“Huh?” She said, gaining a shocked look.

“Hit me.” I repeat.

“Ax?” Moon asked.

“I’d like you to hit me as hard as you want.” I said.

“WHAT?!” Everyone shouted.

“Sir Axel, is that really necessary?” Luna asked.

“Why not? I don’t want any bad blood on a day when they’re supposed to get to know me. Granted, it was the pink girl’s fault for startling me but I honestly would have handled it better than blasting her two ways to Sunday. What better way to ease the tension by getting even with me?” I offered, looking back at Rainbow girl. “So go on, hit me wherever you want as hard as you want.”

Rainbow girl was silent the whole time as she gazed up at me still surprised at my offer. She looked down at her hand and even raised it to punch me which made the others brace up but I just kept my open stance. After a few moments of hesitation, she sighs and lowers her fist.

“You’re really weird, you know that?” She said.

“Oh trust me, you don’t know that half of it.” I chuckled.

“I guess I can forgive you, since you would go this far. But I’m still gonna keep my eye on Nightmare Moon.” She said, glancing at Moon.

“Fair enough.” I shrugged. “Name’s Axel Rickert by the way.” I said, holding out my hand.

“Rainbow Dash, fastest flyer in Ponyville!” She said proudly and shook my hand. After the shake she flew back to her seat and the others took the opportunity to introduce themselves.

“Mah name’s Applejack, partner.” The Stetson girl said, tipping her hat. “Y’all already met Pinkie Pie.” She said, gesturing to the girl now doing a handstand and smiling widely at me.

“In more ways than one.” I said. “Oh and by the way, yes I do like parties. Loud ones, to be specific.” I said, making her smile widely.

“I am Rarity Belle, darling, a pleasure.” The posh girl said with a curt nod.

Playing the charming card, huh? Ok, I’ll play along. I think.

“Miss Rarity, a grand pleasure to make your acquaintance.” I said with an English accent and bowing my head. “And I must say, my lady, your attire is simply divine.” I said with a wink.

“Oh my~” Rarity swoons, fanning herself with her hand. “He really is a gentleman with class.”

“I try to be.” I smirked. I looked over to the shy girl who was trying to hide behind her hair and avoid eye contact. “Hello miss, what’s your name?” I asked as calm and softly as possible.

“I’m…Fluttershy…” She whispered.

“Pardon?” I ask.

“My name…is Fluttershy.” She whispered but a little louder.

“Sorry miss, once more please?” I said leaning in.

“My name is Fluttershy!” She said a little louder.

“Ah, Fluttershy.” I said, silently chuckling to myself at the irony of her name. “Well it’s nice to meet you Miss Shy. Tell me, is there anything in particular you like?”

“What, um, do you mean?” She asks.

“Like what are your interests? Hobbies, dislikes, that sort of thing.” I said.

“Oh, well, I like animals.” Fluttershy said. I smiled and walked over to a wall in the room.

I may not be as good as Fetch, but hopefully I can do this just as well as her. I think as I activate Neon.

I fire a light Neon ray on the wall and move my hands around. The image in my head is as clear as can be as I work to try and get it just right. I start with the body and make sure it’s just the right size along with the legs. I glance over my shoulder and see they’re all staring at me with both fascination and awe at my work. I smile and continue drawing as I put on the finishing touches. Once the last details are touched up, I turn around and present my display to the girls.

“Ta da.” I said.

“Holy…” Rainbow said.

“…Celestia.” Applejack said.

“Oh my goodness!” Fluttershy squealed as she ran around the table and up to the wall. “Look at the little kitties! They’re so cute!”

“Glad you like them.” I said with a smile. “I’ve always been a cat person and I used to own a few back home. Figured I could appeal to your likes by making this. Sorry about the wall, Princess, it’ll wear off in a few hours.” I said looking at Celestia.

“Oh it’s quite alright, Luna and Nightmare seem to like it.” Celestia said. It was then I had just noticed the two moon Princesses were not at the table and had joined Fluttershy in cooing at the cat art.

“Aw, this one is trying to catch the light~” Luna said.

“They’re all so adorable!” Moon coos.

“I know, oh now I love these little kitties!” Fluttershy agrees.

“Wowie! That’s some pretty wall art Axy!” Pinkie chirped.

Axy? I think. “Thanks, it’s just a little something I put together.” I shrugged.

“How in the world did you do that?” The school girl asked in awe as she scribbled on a piece of paper. “I’ve never seen magic like that before.”

“And you are?” I ask.

“Oh right, my name is Twilight Sparkle.” She introduced herself.

“Nice name.” I complimented her. “Although it’s not magic, it’s just my power.”

“Your power?” Twilight repeats.

“Yup.” I nod as I leave the three giggling girls and sit back down. “I’m what’s known as a Conduit.”

“And what exactly is a Conduit?” Celesita asked.

“Conduits are the result of a rare genetic mutation within some humans and animals. The ostensibly named Conduit Gene is naturally occurring.” I explain as Twilight scribbles more on her paper. “The Gene is for the most part dormant within the hosts bodies with carriers of the Conduit Gene normally displaying no powers at birth and could potentially live their whole lives without realizing what their naturally inherent abilities are, with a few ways of identifying Conduit potential. There are rare exceptions to this, but these demonstrated abilities are minor. The Gene was a distinctive part of the human anatomy, and can only be seen by a select few. I am one of the select few who possess the gene and gained the abilities I now possess.”

“What other powers do you have?” Rainbow asks. To answer her question I raise my hand up and activate Electricity. Static sparks begin to dance along my hand and up my arm leaving everyone stupefied at the spectacle.

“This is Electrokinesis, or just Electricity for short.” I said.

“Fascinating!” Twilight said, still scribbling. “How exactly does it work?”

“Well Electrokinesis gives me powers through the neuro-electric energy of others. With this ability, I’m able to channel electricity in and out of my body, which can be made use of, both as a weapon, and as a way of recovering from injuries.“ I said.

“You can heal your injuries?” Rarity asks.

“Yup, be it an arrow to the knee or someone slashing me across the chest my power can heal pretty much any injury. Well of course when it comes to missing limbs I’m not so sure but I’d rather not test that theory.” I said. “I can even heal others with my power like I did with those guards back at the trial.”

“Trial? What trial?” Rainbow wonders.

“It’s…a bit of a sore subject, Rainbow, I don’t really wanna talk about it.” I said. She was about to insist when Applejack placed a hand on her shoulder.

“Don’t worry Axel, if y’all don’t wanna talk about it then we won’t pester you about it.” She said.

“Thanks, anyone else?” I ask.

“I do.” Luna said, raising her hand. “I have seen you carry that strange object strapped to your pack every time I see you, what exactly is it?”

“What, my Amp?” I asked, pointing at it and she nods. I unhook the Amp and hold it out for everyone to see. “The Amp is a melee weapon built and designed by an extremely talented engineer by the name of Zeke Dunbar, made especially for his best friend Cole MacGrath, another Conduit from my world, to channel his powers into it, thereby creating a much more efficient way of taking down enemies. I can utilize the Amp mainly for melee and close quarter combat with any hostile I would encounter. Channeling my powers into the device, the Amp is capable of unleashing a thousand volts into every strike made through these tesla coils.“ I explain.

“A thousand volts?!” Twilight yelped.

“Yup, hurts like hell when hit.” I said.

“How did you acquire such an item?” Luna asks.

“And pardon the interruption, but is that made of gold?” Rarity asks with sparkling eyes.

“To answer Luna’s question, this actually isn’t the original Amp. This is just a modified version of the original that was left with Cole after he died. And to answer Rarity’s question, yes in fact it is made of gold.” I said.

“Oh my stars!” Rarity squeals. “It must be at least 20 karats!”

“24, but who’s counting?” I corrected, leaving Rarity speechless.

“Holy moly, you could be set for life if you sold that thing to the right guy.” Rainbow said.

“The fuck is that supposed to mean?!” I sneer while I set my Amp back down.

“N-nothing! I was just saying-”

“That’s your first mistake, you spoke before you thought.” I cut her off. “This Amp and sling pack are very important items to me and I’ll be damned if I ever get rid of them. The Amp is a permanent reminder of who Cole was and what he sacrificed to save everyone from a terrible enemy that once threatened the world. I could give a shit if this was made of diamonds, I wouldn’t part with it for all the god damn money in the world, so don’t go spouting stupid shit like that in front of me again, understand?” I hiss. Rainbow then looks down with a guilty look in her eye and nods as I take a deep breath to calm myself down. Moon walks up behind me and places a hand on my shoulder making me look up to her as she smiles sadly at me. I smile a little back as she sits down next to me and Fluttershy and Luna even sit back down. “Sorry, it’s just the Amp is a bit of a touchy subject since the original once belonged to a great man.”

“Who exactly was this Cole MacGrath? If you don’t mind me asking.” Celestia asks.

“Cole? Heh…Cole, some would say, was the beginning of it all.” I said as I pulled out my smartphone to show them a picture of him and then told them all of Cole’s story like I did Moon.

I told them what happened to him in Empire City, the history of the Ray Sphere and Prime Conduit activation, how Cole became a Conduit after the Ray Sphere exploded, how he fought against Sasha and her Reapers, Alden Tate and his Dust Men, and Kessler and his First Sons all throughout the city, his loss of Trish, his final battle with Kessler, the Invasion of Empire City, his imprisonment by Moya, his fight against Bertrand through the city of New Marais, and finally his last quest and how he met his end against John White, the Beast. As my long tale started to come to an end, all the girls were left completely shell shocked at all that Cole had been through and Twilight seemed to write every word I said since there was a large pile of papers next to her.

“Cole put all his power into the RFI however the surge of energy proved fatal, as Cole and the nearby Conduits, the Corrupted and the Vermaak 88 included, died. The surge burst through the atmosphere, affecting the entire planet, killing most Conduits and potential Conduits on different countries and continents. Though thousands died, the rest of the populace were saved, as the RFI was able to eliminate the plague, saving those critically affected by the plague. He knew it was the right thing to do, despite it costing him and others their lives. The citizens of New Marais, fully aware of Cole's selfless act, brought the body for a grand funeral, where his original Amp still sits in the stone in front of the Cathedral. Cole's selfless act regarded him among citizens as a saint, beloved by them.” I said.

“Oh…my stars.” Luna said in utter disbelief.

“He sounds so awesome, yet he gave his life in the end.” Rainbow said.

“Ah sure would like to meet the feller if he were still around.” Applejack said, taking off her hat.

“I as well, a noble soul such as Sir MacGrath probably received much praise for years to come after all he had been through.” Rarity said.

“Unfortunately not all things turned out for the better.” I said confusing them. “Seven years after Cole's presumed death, Conduits once dubbed as Bioterrorists continued to roam the Earth. Normal humans, either out of fear, jealousy, or prejudice often detested and rejected Conduits.”

“Even after all Sir Cole had done?” Celesita asked, a bit irritated.

“That’s so messed up! How could they do that to Conduits?!” Rainbow asks.

“It’s because humans from my world can be a very ignorant bunch.” I sighed. “Even after all Cole had done, the media and government still dubbed him as a notorious felon. However there still were a few people from the public here and there who still remembered what Cole did. Everyone would probably still view Conduits as nothing but dangers individuals, if it hadn’t been for a very special Conduit by the name of Delsin Rowe.”

“And who is Delsin Rowe?” Luna asked.

“Delsin, as most would call him, was the Second Coming of Cole.” I said smiling and scrolling through my phone again to show them another picture.

Once again I told the tale of Delsin Rowe and his fight against Brooke Augustine and her D.U.P. They were all equally impressed with Delsin’s efforts to prove that not all Conduits should be used as criminals. They especially found the parts when Delsin helped Fetch and Eugene better themselves for the public eye. However when I told them about Delsin’s brother, Reggie, and how he died, most of them had tears in their eyes and Rainbow Dash and Applejack looked like they were about to blow a gasket they were so upset how he was unfairly killed. But I managed to put them all in a brighter mood when I told them of the final battle between Delsin and Augustine and now he mopped the floor with her and exposed her for all she had done to the captured and brought to Curdun Cay.

“With Augustine captured, Delsin was able to expose the D.U.P.'s operations to the world. As Augustine was hauled away by authorities, the crowds, finally free, cheered for Delsin and his friends. Delsin implicitly noted the irony of a government figure being, and I quote, taken down by a gamer, an ex-junkie, and a small town delinquent.” I said, making them all snicker at the irony. “Delsin's actions set off a Second Age, where Conduits and humans can coexist. Delsin also commented that the Conduits of Curdun Cay were also free to live as they see fit.“

“Yeah! Go Delsin Rowe!” Rainbow cheered.

“Serves that brute right for all she did!” Rarity said.

“Is this why you are dressed so similarly like him?“ Twilight wonders.

“Heh, yeah I guess you could say that.” I said while rubbing the back of my head. “He and Cole had done so much for the world. I imagine Delsin is still leading the Second Age with flying colors.”

“You also seem to possess a similar gift to Delsin, like how he was able to wield multiple abilities at once.” Celesita comments.

“Guess you could say he and I are kindred spirits.” I said. “I’m just lucky to be one of the ones to possess the Conduit Gene.”

“Well I think it suits you Ax.” Moon said with a smile.

“Thanks Moon.” I said. “So is there anything else you all wanna ask me?”

“I do.” Twilight said. “We saw you do that light show on the wall and the electricity thing that ran up and down your arm, but what other powers can you do?”

To answer her question, I stood up from my chair and raised my arms as I activated Smoke and black trails danced along my arms and body as tiny cinders floated in the air.

“This is Smoke, which refers to the ability of absorbing, controlling and redirecting smoke, fire, and embers.” I explain. “For example, I can fire mini fireballs as projectiles and use this chain on my wrist as a powerful whip that explodes in a small puff of embers and ash upon contact.“

“What about your Amp?” Applejack asks.

“Hmm, not sure actually.” I said scratching my chin. “I’ve only used it with Video and it turned the Amp into a large sword but other than that I haven’t tested it out.”

“Can you test it out now?” Rainbow asks with anticipation.

“Maybe another time.” I chuckled, causing her to pout. “As for what you see on the wall, that’s a power I call Neon.” I said as I canceled Smoke and activated Neon. My hands and arms glowed a bright pink and blueish color. “Neon refers to the ability of absorbing, redirecting, and controlling Neon light.”

“Oh my, it’s so pretty.” Fluttershy whispers.

“And you used that to make the cats?” Twilight asked.

“Yup, but don’t let the pretty lights fool you. This power can be a force to be reckoned with, especially since it allows me to run at high speeds.” I said, making Rainbow perk her head up.

“How fast are we talking?” She asked.

I smirked as I backed up a tad and made the Neon spread around my body. My body seems to be made entirely out of Neon light and I immediately break into a sprint. I run across the room, up the wall, over the table, and in between the girls all the while leaving a pink and blue Neon trial behind me. I eventually stop and each and every one of them, excluding Moon since she’s seen me do this before, all go slack jawed at my little display.

“That answer your question?” I ask.

“Wowie zowie! That was super duper fast!” Pinkie chirped.

“That…was…AWESOME!” Rainbow cried. “You were running so fast you lit up the whole room!”

“Quite impressive, Sir Axel.” Celestia said.

“Indeed.” Luna agreed.

“That was incredible!” Twilight shrieked, scribbling so fast I thought the paper was gonna catch fire. “Please tell me you have more to show us! The power of the Conduit is so amazingly interesting!”

“Heh, well I do have another power to display. Which is kinda my personal favorite.” I stated. My arms and hands then became all glitchy and digital as I activated Video which made them look like they were pulled out of a TV screen as the girls stared with interest. “This power is called Video, which is the ability to absorb and control digital projections.”

“Wait, ya mean you can control TV?” Aapplejack asks.

“Not exactly, more like I can make digital objects summon beings from my Video power.” I explain.

“Summon?” Twilight repeats.

I nod a I raise my hand and the large blue digital ring from before expands around me. Soon a digital Angel manifests above me and lands beside me, startling all in the room.

“My Lord, what is your command?” The Angel asks while bowing in respect to me.

“Sweet Celestia! Who the heck is that?!” Twilight shrieks.

“This is an Angel warrior, he’s not a real person, just a projection I created with the power of Video. I can summon many of these guys to help me and they follow anything I tell them.” I explain as the Angel disappears.

“So cool…” Rainbow said.

“It’s like you’re a lord with his own personal army.” Luna complimented.

“Naw, it’s nothing like that.” I said, waving it off.

“To be able to summon manifestations with your own power…” Twilight said, scribbling with a fury. “Extraordinary!”

“Oh but I’m not done yet.” I said. “I’ve got one last trick to show you all.” And with that I activated Concrete and small shards of concrete floated around my arms with a faint glow. “Last, but not least, I present Concrete. The power of absorbing, manipulating, and redirecting concrete.“

“That is the same power Augustine possessed, correct?” Celestia asked.

“Yup, the same power Delsin needed to heal his people. This power is arguably one of my most powerful abilities, in both attack and defense. There’s also a wide variety of things I can do with Concrete such as create large structures and shields from the earth and cover myself in concrete armor.” I explain. To show them an example, I focused my power and my body was slowly covered in a thick concrete shell. “This is one of the many things I can do with Concrete during combat.”

“All these abilities, and you’re just one man who possesses so much power.” Luna states. “And you’re saying there are others like you back in your world?”

“I would imagine so.” I said. “All I can hope that Delsin is doing as good a job as any to ensure that Conduits have as much of a future as any other human.”

“As do we, you truly are an interesting individual Sir Axel.” Celestia said. “We thank you for sharing the history of your kind and the incredible tales of Sir Cole MacGrath and Sir Delsin Rowe.”

“I agree! I’ve learned so much about Conduits it’s like I’m meeting an entirely different species!” Twilight said.

“Jeez Twilight, be more of an egghead why don’t you?” Rainbow mocks. I chuckled and glanced at the window and saw that the sun was about set which made me raise my eyebrows a bit.

Good grief, just how long was I talking? I think. “Guess I took up more time than I realized.” I said, pointing to the window.

“Indeed, we were so caught up in listening to your tales we almost forgot to perform our royal duties.” Celesita said as she and Luna stood up and walked over to the balcony.

“What are you two doing?” I ask.

“I believe they are about to lower the sun and raise the moon.” Moon said.

“Eh? That’s impossible, no one can do that on their own.” I said.

“Take a look outside, Axel.” Applejack said, pointing to where the two sisters were standing.

I looked to the balcony and watched as Celestia lifted her hands to the sky and Luna’s were beside her waist. Both their hands glowed, Celestia’s a golden glow and Luna’s a midnight blue glow, as their bodies began to shine. At first nothing happened but soon the sky began to darken and I noticed the sun started to set as Celestia lowered her arms, making my jaw go slack. Luna’s arms rose up as I watched the moon come into view and pass by the sun and the sky darkened. One by one, stars started to appear in the sky as the moon replaced the sun. Soon Celestia and Luna stopped shining and their hands stopped glowing and they both turned to face me. I was frozen, speechless, utterly stupefied at what I had just witnessed that these two Princesses moved the freaking sun and moon on their own.

“Holy shit…” I muttered.

“Careful Ax, you might catch flies if you leave your mouth open like that.” Moon said, snapping me out of my trance.

“Jeezus that was a total mind blow.” I sighed. “And I thought I was trying to impress you lot.”

“Do not fret, Sir Axel, you were equally impressive with your own power.” Celestia giggles.

“Doesn’t your world have beings who control the sun and moon?” Luna asks.

“I wish, but my worlds sun and moon rise and set on their own.” I explain, hearing more scribblings from Twilight. “So now that we got the history of Conduits over and done with, what happens now?” Celestia and Luna looked at each other and turned their backs to whisper to each other for a moment. Soon after, they turn to face me with smiles of content.

“Sir Axel, Luna and I have been discussing and we believe that perhaps you deserve to see the rest of the world instead of being cooped up here in the castle.” Celestia said.

“So wait, you’re saying my house arrest is being lifted?” I asked with hope in my voice.

“Indeed.” Luna said as she snapped her fingers and an orb of light flew out of my chest and disappeared.

“Oh hell yeah!” I said, pumping my fist. “I finally get to see what this world is all about!” I was about to bolt off when a thought occurred to me. “But wait, what about Moon?” I ask, turning to face Moon.

“Nightmare Moon will still have to remain here at the Castle for the time being. She is still seen as a villain in the face of the public eye so until then she cannot leave the castle.” Luna said.

“She…has to stay here? While I go see the world?” I ask, saddened by the information. Moon smiles and walks up to me and takes my hands in hers.

“Ax, there’s no reason for you to be sad. It is quite alright if I remain here, you deserve to see what this world has to offer.” Moon reassures me.

“I don’t know…it seems kinda selfish if I get to leave but you have to stay. Speaking of which, where would I even go?” I wonder.

“I have a suggestion.” Celestia said. “Perhaps you would like to stay in Ponyville for the time being?”

“Ponyville?” I repeat.

“It’s where we’re from.” Twilight said. “I recently just moved there myself and it’s a very friendly town.”

“Even if I were to go there, where would I stay?” I ask.

“You’re more than welcome to occupy one of the vacant rooms at the library I’m staying at.” Twilight offers.

“I suppose.” I said, turning back to Moon. “But are you sure about this? I’m more than willing to stay behind with you.”

“That’s very sweet of you Ax, but if I’m to prove to everyone I’m no longer still the villain they proclaim me to be I must face my challenges myself. Besides it’s not like this will be the last we see each other, you can also always write to me.” Moon said. After mulling over it all, I sighed and nodded my head.

“I guess you’re right. I just thought we’d be seeing the world together.” I said.

“And we will, one day.” Moon reassures me while hugging me.

“Ok Celestia.” I said, looking at the sun Princess. “I’ll take you up on your offer, I’ll go to Ponyville.”

“Splendid, you may leave tomorrow with the others.” Celestia said.

“And you’re ok with me crashing at your place? I’d hate to be a freeloader.” I said looking at Twilight.

“Oh don’t be silly! If you’re staying with me I get to ask you more questions about your world! I can tell there’s still so much to learn about Conduits!” Twilight said with glee.

“Heh, I guess. Now all there is to do is to head to bed. All that talking has left me very tired.” I said.

“Then we shall see you all off in the morning, my precious subjects. May you all have sweet dreams.” Celestia said.

I nod and we all leave the throne room to return to our guest rooms. When the other girls were out of view, Moon grasped my hand and leaned her head on my shoulder making my cheeks heat up a bit but I let her stay there. I also noticed that her hand was trembling a bit which could only tell me that she was not looking forward to saying goodbye tomorrow, not that I could blame her since this would be the first time we’d be apart. Hopefully it wouldn’t be for that long so we just walked back to our room in silence, not saying a word, just enjoying each other’s company for what time we had left before tomorrow.

Author's Note

Ax is on his way to Ponyville! I wonder what’s in store for him once he arrives?

Hope you all enjoyed!

~WurkyWilk has left the building…