Canterlot Palace. Trixie room.

Trixie POV.

I opened my eyes from the fact that the bright rays of the sun made their way through the window, even through the curtains. Stop. I turned my head and saw that there was no one else in bed except me.

Hmm. He probably woke up a long time ago and was so sweet that he did not wake me up. I wonder where is he now?

Getting out of bed and tucking it in, I yawned and walked into the living room, where Night Fog robot had been at his post all this time. Passing him, I greeted him, looking at him skeptically. Oh, this strange iron, which looks like a pony, but has no hair, only its mane and tail emits real pony hair! Especially his eyes, which look like living ones, look only at one point. And in those eyes, some kind of reddish glow is barely noticeable. He turned his head to me and waved his hoof, giving the appearance of a smile. It will probably take me a long time to get used to this metal creature from another world.

"Good morning, Lady Trixie! Our friend Heart Path asked me to tell you that he will go for a walk. I have no exact information about his whereabouts. He also asked me to stay with you. So you can safely assume that I am in your ministry. Heart Path has given you access to my services."

“Oh, thanks, Night Fog! It's really nice of you. I'm going to leave the bathroom now, and you will go with me to the dining room of the palace. And I think that nothing will happen to Heart Path. The palace is full of guards and servants. So he shouldn't get lost or get into trouble. And when he returns, breakfast will be waiting for him." I said to the robot and winked at him. To which he blinked. Hmm. This robot is an interesting type.

Twenty minutes passed.

The robot and I left the guest room and asked the guards where the man had gone. To which they replied that their group took over this post about forty minutes ago, and the surrendered changing of the guard gave information that this man was in the barracks of Major Quick Strike. But enough time had passed, and now he had not yet returned to the palace.

After a while, when we, accompanied by one of the guards, approached the dining room, I heard the shouts of the servants and the running of several guards from somewhere below. An armed patrol ran by, and our guards received a notification, which made me breathless and my heart beat faster! I started to get very worried.

“Lady Trixie, follow me, I must ensure your safety! Changeling found in the palace!"

"Not! The robot and I will go with you! We can help!" I said, and lit my horn to summon my intelligence agent ID. To which the guard looked at us both in surprise, but finally agreed.

"Okay lady Trixie. Follow me to the first floor, but promise you'll be careful. We don't know how many there might be. But we know how dangerous a changeling can be!" The guard said and ran down the corridor, at which we exchanged glances with the robot and began to catch up with our escort.

"Lady Trixie! Are we in danger?" The robot asked me, continuing to run after me through the corridors. I have noticed that more and more patrols are flocking to the alleged scene. Among them were the pegasus from that elite unit who tried to arrest us! Heh, they're not that tough guys anymore, after meeting something or someone that can single-handedly make them change their plans!

"And we will find out now! Only I ask you not to use your weapon! If there is something, stay close to me and lead a simple observation!"

"Wow, you are already starting to learn to command me! You are not bad at it! But believe me, it’s news to me that you are a special services agent in this kingdom!"

“Just keep it a secret for now! I shouldn't have trumped my ID. But in case of danger in the palace, I have the right to do so."

“I will grant your request to Lady Trixie! But please note that I have a video recording function. And Heart Path will find out about it sooner or later, although I doubt he will be upset. But sometimes his actions are unpredictable."

As we went downstairs, a group of several security officers were examining a patch of green goo on the carpet, and about twenty guards, including Pegasus, stood next to them. Several more guards blocked the exit from the palace. Apparently, Princess Celestia is already aware of these events. Since I overheard two officers talking about Princess Celestia arriving soon in person and with an escort.

I don't like all this! Heart Path. I hope you are still in the pegasus barracks and have not left. I would hate to see you in trouble.

POV Discord

Oh yeah. It definitely makes me feel better! The magic, although not completely, is returning to me. And we sat so well in the company of Luna and Chrissy. To be honest, sometimes I miss such a sincere company. And Chrysalis clearly blurted out too much! Although I was not offended by her. On the contrary, she made me look better! So I'm even proud of myself!

When we finished our meeting, we said goodbye to Chrysalis and I decided to take Princess Luna to her chambers. She was clearly tired and needed rest. But when we entered her room, Luna turned to me and suddenly hugged me, putting her head on my chest and began to yawn. Then she spoke to me in a low voice. As if she was afraid that we might not be alone in her chambers.

“Discord. I am so glad that it is easier for you ... And I know, maybe ... Perhaps I am asking you a lot. But I ask you to follow Chrysalis so that she can safely leave the palace. But if she doesn't succeed, try to help her. One more thing. Heart Path. Most likely the person has already woken up. Watch him, only secretly. I know that in this matter you simply have no equal!"

I hugged her back and stroked her head, to which she smiled slightly and gratefully at me, already sleepily closing her eyes. "Of course Luna. You can go to rest. And be calm. I will look after our friends. They will be fine. I give you my word."

Hmm. Luna is worried about the fate of these two. Chrysalis and Heart Path. Yes, I heard that the princess of the night has always been famous for her intuition. Sense of anxiety. Something like a sixth sense. I certainly understand that she might even like this person, but why is she so worried about Chrissy? I could ask her about it, but I didn't have the courage to disturb her need for rest.

With these thoughts, I walked down the corridor, trying to catch up with Chrysalis. But I'm afraid my magic might fail me! Luna thinks I've gotten better, but it's true. But I myself cannot understand what is happening to me! I saw Fluttershy worried about me tonight. And she loves me. I saw in her eyes all the same radiance as then...

Memories of Discord.

It was early summer. My new friend invited me to a picnic. Heh Fluttershy is always like that. Loves classics and all that. But I wasn't busy that weekend (and Celestia didn't need me either), so I naturally accepted her invitation. Why not? This might be interesting! We just became friends recently. And I have already told how it happened. Well, that's not the point. She hinted to me that this picnic would only be for the two of us and her rabbit. This rabbit is a real prankster and a show-off! Subsequently, I made fun of him more than once, in Flatty's absence. And I'll tell you that this eared brainchild of nature can be quite an emotional bastard! We often competed with him, once, when I was at Fluttershy's, and she was going to cook dinner, I was left alone with this rabbit!

I sat quietly on an armchair and whistled some tune from another world, which my brother told me about. Yes, after my release I hurried to visit him. He can be a funny guy sometimes. But I give you my word that you will hear the details about my brother, a little later, and now about something else.

Author's note: It was this tune that Discord whistled while Fluttershy was out of the living room.

This rabbit was standing in front of me. Fearlessness was read in his gaze. He stood on his hind legs, in both hands were the carrots that Fluttershy had given him. And he looked at me literally defiantly! I was amused by this white fluffy guy. I snapped my fingers to play this suggested game! He has a small cowboy hat on his head, the same as mine. We opposed each other. A tiny furry, obviously was in Fluttershy's special favorites. So I won't be so cocky with him!

“Well, can you tell me your claims? Or will we shoot each other with carrots?" I said with a malicious grimace on my face and was already thinking to myself, what a joke I would have thrown over this rabbit! But only so that Fluttershy doesn't get upset.

This rabbit just looked at me as if I had stolen not only his carrots, but also his family! And when he threw this very carrot at me, from which I did not even begin to shy away, I had a thought. Oh yeah! This child is probably jealous. I am the one who appeared in Fluttershy's life, and she immediately began to devote more time to me! I'm sorry Angel. Fluttershy is not your property!

I felt sorry for this rabbit. I thought he just didn't understand our relationship with Fluttershy. But I got a mischievous thought. And I snapped my fingers. A rubber toy of the same size as him appeared next to Angel. At first the Angel was surprised, then he became interested, and then he showed activity. Only when Fluttershy entered our living room and saw this moment, she was frightened at first, and then looked sideways in my direction. Well, yes, I understand that this is overkill, but I also understand this rabbit. He clearly needed some fun! I mean adult entertainment. And Rabbit Angel definitely needed to blow off steam.

But this is another story.

We were on a picnic with Fluttershy and her bunny. Later, he stopped showing me such an aggressive influence. So everything went well. We chatted about all sorts of nonsense. Several secrets for each other. The rabbit all this time was running around the clearing, trying to catch the grasshopper, and he did not bother us. Fluttershy laughed sweetly at my jokes and stories about her life. It is noteworthy that she was a very good listener. But she said little. Probably a little embarrassed. This manner of her timid nature struck me at first as alien and amusing. Until I saw my positive moments in this. When you talk to Fluttershy, you always feel at ease! It's like I'm talking to her lying on a cloud. Yes, it was then that I began to notice that this mare was what I had been looking for for my heart for a long time. Kindness, peace, serenity. Yes, I am the lord of chaos, but I am also a living being, and I have such needs. I began to feel a connection to her.

It was then that we finished talking with her, and she flew up to me and pressed her whole body against my chest. I shuddered at this action, such a connection was alien to me. And she continued to snuggle up to me as if her shy nature was an empty manner towards me.

“Discord. You are so good. I cannot understand those who do not perceive you! You are who you are! But you are very good. I have no doubt in you, you will always be my friend and I will follow you."

I stroked her mane, and at that moment my heart was filled with a new feeling. It was then that I could not hold back the urge to these emotions. I rubbed my nose against her face, which made her laugh, and I had tears of happiness, really in my soul ... But it was then that I felt my first blow to my essence. A blow from which I turned inside out! And I hate myself for that! When I stroked her back with my hand, an unknown energy hit me! I did not attach any importance to this until I understood the truth about what was happening. Namely my curse. But only I, as the lord of Chaos, am not afraid of this!

"Sweet Fluttershy. I give my word that you can always count on me! And you can be sure. I really appreciate our friendship. Kindness and modesty in you give a surge of vital energy even to the lord of chaos!" I lied in part. But I have never experienced this in my life.

After my words, she looked at me. But there was a light in her eyes that could blind me at that moment, but I was ready to accept it. Yes, Fluttershy has become for me exactly the one who will shine at the moment when my soul is blindingly dark. Oh, those eyes of hers! Even then, I began to feel a stronger craving for her...

Yes. I knew Chrysalis would not go through the main entrance to the palace. She was afraid to meet Celestia. Although she may still be in town, Chrissy will definitely play it safe, so she is in the guise of a servant.

I was always amused by this moment when I walk through the corridors of the palace, being completely invisible. And now, going down to the first floor, I see a mysterious picture. Two mares walked past me with surprised faces, apparently the palace servants. Who whispered to each other that they saw one of the maids kissing this alien, two-legged man. And when I turned into the corridor, she froze in surprise!

Two creatures stood in the middle of the corridor. Chrysalis as a unicorn mare and my new friend Heart Path! And they stood hugging each other! She whispered something in his ear. Ooooh, Chrissy! Why are you in such a hurry? And what the hell are you doing? What if Celestia finds out about this!? My friend, Heart Path, if you only knew what kind of mare you were kissing... They enter the household room! Yes, I understand what this can lead to! But please don't be the foolish Chrissy!

I think I'd better keep an eye on these two, otherwise the two maids have already seen them. And who knows how it might turn out. These maids, such gossips! I don't want them to have problems, especially my human friend. But as a man, I understand Heart Path! Chrysalis is such a mare that is difficult to describe, even if you try it. Well, I mean sexy. She has an innate gift for many things. And one of her abilities is when you, being in close contact with her, realize that you have never experienced anything better! And this is not cheating! It really is! In terms of sexual passion, this mare simply has no equal! Take my word for it. And my life experience confirms this. I might even stay with Chrissy, but I got close to another mare. Although I do not give up Chrysalis and her abilities. And even more. I admire her! And I promised myself: I will not harm this mare! She has a really tough fate, like all changelings. Only those who do not know the truth will envy a changeling. And with all these thoughts, I slipped into the crack of the door, which closed in front of my nose.

Oh Fluttershy, if you really love me as much as I love you, then forgive me for that...

POV. Celestia.

I rode in a closed carriage through the streets of Canterlot, and all the passers-by greeted me, shouting greetings and congratulations, waving their hooves and even setting off small fireworks in honor of Hearth Warming Day. Everyone was happy that day, because today is a holiday. They shouted my name, glorifying my rule! But for some reason it was often forgotten that I was not the only ruler. Oooh, how tired I am. I'm tired of literally everything! I have lived and ruled this kingdom for too long. But sometimes you want to be a simple mare, not burdened with such strength. Sometimes it seemed to me that the ponies were much lower in status than me, they felt happier than me. But what is happiness for each of us? Take, for example, ordinary prisoners serving sentences in dungeons. They will have their happy moment when they find freedom and forgiveness again! I have already thought more than once about simply giving up the mission entrusted to me - to rule the kingdom. Just tell everyone one day that I don't want to be in power anymore! And let the newly-minted princess of friendship take this role! But I can say with confidence that Luna also has such an idea, this is especially evident in her behavior. She wants to be free. What a good idea.

I will consider this in the next three years. However, Twilight Sparkle is still young, and I honestly don't want to ruin her youth with this burden. Let her have fun with friends for now, but in general, she's a mare! So let her find a stallion or herd that she can join! I think I should talk to her about this. Indeed, and why should I teach her that a relationship with a stallion is okay. Why isn't her mother influencing this? After all, Velvet Sparkle, as far as I know, in her youth, especially in her student years at the magic academy, was a very active mare! What's active there? It even seemed to me that she had no equal in the art of delivering pleasant sensations to a stallion. But that's another story ... And I'll talk with Twilight. I won't put pressure on her, but who am I if not a mare with a thousand years of experience? I can make her say thank you to me every time we meet! What could be wrong with the knowledge of love? But I feel uneasy at the thought: what methods of cognition will she choose in this lesson!? If only everything went well. Although our crew is already entering the palace grounds, I should probably visit the kitchen right away. From all these thoughts and experiences, I suddenly wanted something sweet. I will not be condemned for this?

Climbing the steps into the palace, I noticed the tense faces of the guards of this post. And pegasus flew around the courtyards. The situation was like it was some kind of anxiety. There was no panic, but tension was clearly felt in the air. When I entered the lobby of the palace, the chief of the guard of today's day shift of the garrison of the palace ran up to me.

"Your Majesty Princess Celestia! May I report?"

“Speak quickly, Major! What happened?" I could hardly contain my alarm, but I was understandable.

The chief of security gave me a serious look and kept a calm stance.

"Your Majesty! The palace has a yellow level of danger! It is possible an invasion from outside. We found traces of a changeling, namely a substance similar to the slime that their drones produce. But I do not understand why the protective magic dome did not work on the detection of the scout!? The perfect spell, and the changelings have found a way to bypass our defenses!?"

"Nothing is perfect Major! Show me the location of the discovery! Are the chambers of Princess Luna and other guests secure enough?"

"Yes, Princess Luna is guarded by her night guard! But the elements of harmony, accompanied by other guards, expressed to take part in the search. I could not refuse this request to Princess Twilight Sparkle and her friends."

I and my escort of the twenty best stallions in the guard, both earth ponies and unicorns, headed for the indicated sector of the palace. A place where servants for various purposes live. I guess who had the audacity to enter the palace! Only one changeling has such a high rank in the ability to overcome a protective spell.

Ah, Chrysalis! So what the fuck do you want? Ahh ... Although I guess. Man! A creature from another world. But I won't give up without a fight! But why am I so worried? Sometimes I can be a fool! Just don't tell anyone about this, I don't want to lose my authority. As far as I could study this man, he is not one of those who can experience pain in his fate and still not learn from his mistakes. I like him for that. Well, not only for this! I only once enjoyed the closeness of this person, but it was so ... Difficult to describe. He gave himself completely. And at the same time, he accepted my closeness without a twinge of conscience or other thoughts. I was accepted as a whole, although we are from different worlds. But he was definitely the one who made my heart beat faster, and when he was cocky with me in the presence of other ponies, for the first time in a long time I felt like a simple and desirable mare. A mare that can and should be loved, despite the status! It seems to me that I am even ready for a lot for him, and right now I want to prove it. Luna does not take offense at me, but I was the first to be next to him. And now I will establish a spiritual connection with him! And what the fuck anyway? I also want simple happiness, not a fleeting attraction! No matter what kind of trouble he got into.

"Faster! Summon more guards! I myself want to sort this out, and you, Major, send guards to protect the elements of harmony! Call the unicorns from the "Dawn" unit, they will help you identify the changeling among the ponies! Do it! I suppose we're not dealing with a simple changeling, but with Queen Chrysalis herself!"

"Yes, your Majesty!" Then he turned to the guards accompanying him and began to issue commands.

I turned my head towards the elite escort and gave the order. “Everypony, follow me! Fast gallop!"

When the guards and I ran into the corridor of the servants' sector, I heard familiar voices. It was only in the midst of all this confusion that I noticed two creatures. They clung close to each other, and it looks like my heart began to beat faster and time slowed down! Discord!

POV Heart Path. Continuation.

I stood naked and hugged a mare that had just changed her appearance with the help of some kind of magic. And as far as I understand, all this magic is unique to her.

Yes. During this time, I have observed various manifestations of the so-called magic. But what I see is really interesting! Hmm ... Maybe we can go rob banks? This is an interesting idea! Just imagine! Chrysalis and I are wanted for robbing dozens of Equestria banks! It is very convenient! Chrissy ... Interesting name. But we have been standing like this for almost a minute, and I am still trying to understand: are my eyes deceiving me? I noticed a growing tension on the face of this black mare, which was very noticeably different from the creatures (ponies) I had seen so far. I looked at her hooves, which were on my shoulders, and I saw holes in them! Chrissy started to shake a little, I began to feel it, my body pressed tightly against her. Yes, I saw in front of me the wrong mare that came with me to this utility room, but ... Damn it! I saw something interesting in her. She was noticeably different from the mares I had to hug in those few days! Heh sounds like a cheap movie! She was lovely. And I'm not kidding. I have to tell her about it, and I gave her a promise that everything I see will be a secret.

"Chrissy..." When I called her name, she turned away from me, clearly experiencing tension at that moment, but she still did not stop our hugs. But there was panic in her behavior. But I will calm her down.

I turned her head back with my hand. She looked at me with her big green eyes, clearly expecting some kind of manifestation of feelings from me. "Chrissy, forgive me, this awkward silence..." But she didn't let me finish, closed her eyes and cut off my thoughts.

“I know! You’re afraid of me, like everyone else! And you also think that I’m a vile bastard! You don’t need to tell me this, I’m used to being treated like that!” Chrysalis didn’t scream at me, but there was such tension in her whisper that I felt uneasy.

"But this is not true!" I told her and buried my nose in her frustrated face, and even more pressing her black smooth body to mine. "Why do you think you are ugly?"

She looked at me in disbelief, and again I noticed the green light in her eyes.

“What does it look like? Have I met anyone in my life who would tell me that I am beautiful? And I will answer you! NOT! Everyone just thinks I'm a bitch cursed by nature and magic itself!" She told me all this in a fit of emotions, but then calmed down and put her hoof on my chest in the area of the heart. “But you have what I feel, I like it. You are not like these ponies!"

“No, Chrissy, you're wrong. And you don't scare me, quite the opposite. I'm interested in you! I'm serious! You must not think of me as if I were who you met before me! Yes, I was surprised by what I saw, but this is not because of your changed appearance, but because of the effect itself. And I'll tell you even more! If this is really your real image, then why are you hiding it? It's a sin to hide such beauty!" And I did not lie to her.

And yes. For the first time in my life I saw such a creature! A mare with black chitinous skin, wings like an insect, with holes in her hooves and even in her mane! Where did the holes in her mane come from? Although I'm asking a stupid question. In the end, the answer is obvious. Magic. And why am I surprised? The appearance of the princess of the Moon in a dream, already then on the Earth of the research complex, naturally made a greater impression on me. But Chrissy, as I said, was special. Yes, and I was pleased to caress her body with my own hands. She had no hair, except for a mane and a tail, but her skin ... When I ran my hand over her ass, from which she widened her eyes even more, I was very pleased to feel her buttocks. Hehe oh yeah. You probably think that I am a pervert maniac?... She realized at that moment that I had not lied to her.

“Hmm ... But you are persistent! But if your hand continues in the same spirit, then I am not responsible for myself! A-a-ah. So you like me. And How? Am I prettier than Celestia?"

“So you like comparing yourself to Celestia? Yes, I will answer you the truth to your question. No, you are not more beautiful than Celestia, but that does not mean that you are losing to her! You have your own uniqueness ... But why did you ask me about Celestia?" This question I asked, already late realizing a premonition. Something is wrong here!

She looked at me seriously and let go of our embrace. She jumped onto the folded mattresses, and I saw her ears twitch. I heard voices outside the door and turned to face her. As if someone could overhear our conversation! I was scared! To be honest, I didn't want to be caught with Chrysalis, who clearly doesn't want to be open to everyone. But at the same time, I didn't give a damn about everything! And I have no doubt that it was the effect of that grifon tincture that was still working on me. But my thoughts were interrupted by a hoof that began rubbing against my boner. I hope I won't have any problems. Yes, I already realized that this mare doesn't care what happens outside the door. At the moment I was standing in front of her. And I was still naked and almost horny.

“Do you think I'm so stupid? Celestia is an almost perfect mare, taken to the absolute. And many stallions sigh at night, imagining this princess in their sexual fantasies." She told me this, and along the way her mouth began to approach my cock. Wow. She wants to do what I think?

I froze at the sight in front of me, and my hands began to stroke her thick mane, to which she smiled at me and said in a seductive whisper. “But I'm sure Celestia hasn't fully demonstrated her abilities to you. And yes, I know you like her. Your kiss told me about it. But now relax." She said this and her mouth opened, from which came a serpentine, but equally wide tongue. At first I was a little alarmed by this sight, especially its predatory fangs! But this is only at first, until she...

"Oh my! ... Chrissy ... Yes" I groaned at this action of Chrysalis. She just looked into my eyes, and at that moment her tongue began to polish my penis.

"Do you like?" Chrissy asked me, interrupting her actions with his tongue.

"Oh yeah. This is your tongue and fangs! Won't you eat me?" I decided to joke. However, her appearance at this moment was really exotic! She continued to look at me with a seductive look.

"Perhaps. Just a little. Feed me!" She replied in a joking manner, but something in her gaze changed and her eyes flashed green again. What's happening?

And at that moment she stopped playing with her tongue with my penis, which had already begun to glisten with her saliva. She slowly took me into her mouth until she buried her nose in my stomach. My eyes widened with pleasure. What does it look like!? I honestly got scared of these feelings. She also manages to keep her eyes on me, obviously enjoying the same thing as me.

My hands began stroking her head, passing this unusual thick mane through my fingers. Luna and Celestia felt the touch of their manes differently. Luna is pleasantly cold, Celestia is pleasantly warm. Well, Chrysalis's mane was very dense and heavy. But it wasn't bad. But Chrissy's horn was not wide. Why it seems that this is not entirely correct. Images flashed through my head. Chrysalis continued to shake her head, sometimes slowing down to exhibit a few smacking and swallowing reflexes. And this of course has already begun to drive me crazy...

Sparks lit up in my eyes, as if a lot of energy was coming out of me right now. And I will faint. But I didn't want to sound like this shit in front of Chrissy, so I started biting my cheek. But behind all this epically erotic moment, we did not notice that a creature was standing in the room by the door with its arms crossed over its chest. And next to him was an old movie camera!

"Ahem, ahem! Bravo!"

Frightened, I turned my head to the door and was pleasantly surprised! But ... Chrysalis at that moment widened her eyes, obviously afraid that she was caught unawares, in such a position! And she made a strong swallowing movement with her mouth, pressing her lips to the circumference of my penis. Damn her teeth! I couldn't hold back anymore, but I was just as scared and surprised. In general, it was a very comical sight!

"DIS - co -ord" I let out a groan from a wave of pleasure that swept over me, and a fog began to fill my eyes!

"I never thought that my name would be pronounced in ecstasy by some guy! I'm flattered!"

Chrysalis still understood what was happening, but did not stop, and her tail began to rush to the side. But when she finished swallowing and released me from her grip, she turned her head towards Discord, raising an inquiring eyebrow. "Discord! You're sneaking up again!? Can't you see? I'm doing interesting things here!"

“Oh, sorry for interfering with your intimate activities, but there is one caveat! Almost the entire palace garrison was raised on alarm, in search of you Chrysalis! And even Celestia and her bodyguards are here too. Including harmony elements! You see, you were not so careful in your outbursts of passion, there in the corridor, that you did not notice how you left ... Traces of your secretions. In general, something like this! And I'm here to help you get out of trouble. I think this is a lucky reason for my intervention. Oh and yes, forgive me Heart Path same way."

He snapped his fingers and the camera disappeared.

Damn it! He is that. All this time filming porn with me? What a fucking joker. Just like my robot!

But his news made us nervous. Chrysalis and I exchanged glances, mentally questioning each other about our plans to avoid such a problem! But I was tormented by the question: why are the guards looking for Chrysalis at all? Until I remembered my conversation with two officers at the morning gathering, with alcohol. They are not entirely detailed, but they still told me about this moment in their history. The changelings attack Canterlot. So what's going on, Chrysalis is a political criminal? Ooooh. I don’t like it, although I don’t regret what I did, and Chrysalis is not such a shitty girl! I’m afraid of only one thing. What our interaction can lead to. The set is not even very good, on the part of the ponies and especially Celestia. Here I kind of relax with a mysterious mare, which turns out to be not quite the one she initially claims to be. But I don't want Chrysalis to suffer because of me. Yes, and I am out of politics for now. So I'm not going to take part in this. This is only a matter for the Kingdom of Equestria. And who am I to him? After all, it is my fault that we are putting on a show for the Chaos Lord's movie camera right now! If I had not kissed her then maybe everything would have been easier. And we parted quietly. But no. Then I really thought not with my head, but with my heart, which prompted me to follow this mare. Well, yeah ... My arousal also played a role.

I hurried to get dressed, I would not want to be seen in such a state. But as I pulled on my pants, Chrysalis began to pace up and down, contemplating an escape plan. And Discord looked at us, rubbing his chin with his hand. There was a kind of liveliness in his eyes, similar to an idea that had arisen, and he smiled. To be honest, I really should be grateful to him. And more than once.

“Discord! Thanks. I am in debt! But judging by your expression, I would venture to suggest that you have some kind of plan?" I said while buttoning the buttons on my official suit. (author's note: which was provided to me and put in a container. Later I was able to put it on using Discord magic description of chapter 4)

"Yes! There is only one nuance!" He said it in an enthusiastic tone and turned his head to the terrified Chrysalis. “You cannot leave the palace unnoticed. The unicorn mages from "Dawn" group have already started checking everyone in the palace. And I'm sure they are also on guard posts. In general, the exit from the palace is temporarily closed due to the yellow danger level. I think you know what that means!"

"Oh shit!" Chrysalis swore, looking dumbfounded at Discord. "And what do you suggest?"

“I'll get back to you now. I need to take something from Heart Path, your gloves and glasses! Yes, I can get into these barracks and I know where they are. These are my problems. Chrysalis, you are taking the Path of the Heart hostage! They will not dare to use weapons or magic against you, especially if there is a person nearby. Then he looked in my direction. “You mean something to Celestia, and you know that very well. I know this because I watched you both that day. But you need to play along! And then I'll collect all the remaining magic to get us out of the palace, and even then very far. But where exactly, you will understand later. And don't be surprised! I will help you and you will help me. And yes. Most likely, I will lose my magic again and lose consciousness for a while. In such conditions, everything is fine."

“Wow! I hope they don't shoot us with some bullshit! What are you up to, Discord!?" I asked, already realizing that I was in some kind of serious trouble. Fuck.

"We don't have time to talk!" Discord spoke seriously, and teleported out of this room. Meanwhile, I heard the sound of many pairs of hooves in the corridor. I wouldn't be surprised if there is an ambush.

Chrysalis came up to me and looked at me with regret. "Looks like we really don't have a choice. I'm sorry I'm going to get you in trouble. Are you ready?"

After thinking a little and looking into the eyes of Chrysalis. These are unusually beautiful eyes with a rare green tint. The mare opened up to me. Now we are as accomplices. Heh. Why not? "Let's go. I will not leave you."

Chrysalis POV.

When he said these words to me, I felt that this person, who could accept me in my true form, was unusually sweet. But I don't like what Discord is up to. But I have no choice. In the company of this man, I must accept his game, otherwise I will be caught. And I know that for the moment Celestia is on the sidelines of her sister's machinations. Well, Discord is one of those who don't care, he has his own plans. But he will not leave friends in trouble either. Although we are not friends at all, we are definitely not enemies.

I stood on my hind hooves to hug him and leaned against his cheek. Everything in his chest was also warm, radiating for me the different feelings of his heart. All the same energy. “If we get out. I..." My voice trembled. Who am I kidding? I was scared. Both for yourself and for him! "I promise you. I won't leave you either. Queen Chrysalis is always at your service, Heart Path!" I spoke in a whisper and felt him hug me tighter in response.

Then I lit my horn, and a green aura enveloped his body, and a loop formed around his neck. This type of magic is designed for a possible fracture of the victim's spine.

"Oh. What the hell is this?" Asked me Heart Path and began to feel his neck with his hands. He was clearly amazed at the effect of this magic. This collar didn't press on him, but it also fitted snugly against his skin.

I blew out the bangs of the mane covering my left eye and smiled slightly. "Everything will be fine. Trust me. Now open the door and walk down the corridor to that exit from where you and I came in. I suppose Discord will meet us there." Man turned his back to me to open the door, but I again jumped on my hind hooves to smoothly place my front hooves on his shoulders and press my stomach against his back. "If I am next to you, they will not make sudden movements." I whispered in his ear.

When he opened the door and we went out into the corridor, numerous guards were already standing on the far side, who, seeing both of us, immediately raised their spears in our direction. The War Unicorns were already preparing their magic. But seeing the two of us and how we walked, they did not dare to move in our direction.

Trixie stood next to the harmony elements and the robot, watching what was happening. Her eyes widened with terror and understanding. Even more questions are raised by the fact that this man somehow ended up in the same backroom with Chrysalis. Everyone was surprised by this phenomenon.

He may not have known he had contacted the changeling queen. But what kind of mother is his hay, even though he got here and was even taken hostage? Although this is probably a stupid question. Well, if he gets out of this mess safe and sound, then I'll have a serious talk. Did I hit him so hard on the head on the first day of the meeting? That he never ceases to amaze me!

Celestia was on the other side. Thus, blocking the exit from the Palace.

Celestia was also shocked by the picture she saw. It is not surprising. The person for whom she had feelings and began to form a bond was held hostage by the queen of changelings. She raised her hoof and gave the command.

"Everypony, lower your weapons!"

But when she saw that the guards were in no hurry to carry out her order, as they were clearly afraid of Chrysalis and what she could be capable of. Celestia glared at these guards and had already raised her voice.

"ARE YOU A DEAF? KEEP YOUR ORDERS!"

"That's right, Princess Celestia! Give us the opportunity to leave the palace and then I will let your man go! And if anyone twitches in our direction..." Chrysalis did not have time to finish, as Celestia interrupted her.

"Good. We will fulfill your requirements! You can leave and we won't even chase you, just let this person go, ”Celestia said in a tight voice, her eyes piercing as if she were on a warpath. Then she turned to the guards behind her and gave orders. “Everyone is retreating. And make sure there is an easy passage there!"

All the guards hastened to clear the corridor. Thus, freeing the passage to the exit. Chrysalis and the man walked slowly towards the exit. But Trixie saw this and decided to follow them slowly. Celestia, seeing this movement, slowly shook her head, urging Trixie not to do anything stupid and trust her. Trixie mentally resented, but stopped.

Meanwhile, Rainbow Dash began to smoothly spread her wings, preparing for the urgent need to change speed. But when Twilight saw this, she also began to charge her horn in order to teleport the person to a safe distance if necessary.

Rarity quietly walked over to Trixie and put her hoof on her back to convince her to remain calm. At the same time, she did not take her restless eyes off the man and Chrysalis, who, clinging to each other, smoothly moved towards the exit. She noticed how Chrysalis had to hold on to this man, transfer the weight to his back and step on the floor with his hind hooves. It reminded her of dancing with Heart Path. Rarity only met this man yesterday, but in that short time she figured it out. She wanted to know more about this man. And with Trixie they were not rivals, these two mares just had their own game. Only two of them know.

Fluttershy hugged Applejack, and the cowboy farmer began to calm her down. Pinkie Pie began sniffing the air as her nose sensed the presence of another creature.

Night Fog all this time calmly stood next to Trixie and silently calculated the options for moves and the possible development of events. But at that moment, his scanners detected the presence of another invisible creature.

As Heart Path and Chrysalis walked alongside Celestia, she looked into the man's eyes. Anxiety was growing in her soul.

"I hope after that you will explain to me! And PERSONALLY! And then to everyone ... But ... I have a bad feeling. I want everything to be fine with you. My beloved Heart Path."

The man smiled slightly at Celestia and winked at her with one eye. But no one could see this. And then, regretfully, he lowered his head slightly. And again he raised her to look at Celestia as if he had to say goodbye to her. For an indefinite time anyway. He wanted to keep her image in his memory for a long time.

Forgive me baby. But I have to leave for a while. But I will often think of you. The time will come and I will explain everything. If I stay alive...

Yes Celestia is one of the few who possessed the ability to communicate telepathically. But at that moment she was shocked and at the same time frightened to say the least! She didn't expect a person to be able to give her a thought message. Although, most likely, he did not know about it. Probably assuming that he was talking to himself in his thoughts.

Celestia began to slowly follow the pair as they moved towards the wall so Chrysalis could see what was happening in the hallway and her back was covered. After these words, which she was able to capture from the thoughts of her human, Heart Path, even more questions arose in her head, and her feelings only began to deepen. And in response, she began to look more closely at the person, trying to better remember his features.

"Hope you know what you're doing. I will look for you."

When Chrysalis and Heart Path took to the street through the second exit from the palace, only Celestia continued to follow them. Pegasi guards hid on the rooftops of buildings and the palace itself. Ready to chase Chrysalis on first command.

Chrysalis herself noticed this and felt the familiar aura of Discord nearby, decided to play along with this moment, shouting to Celestia and the pegasi guards sitting in ambush: "You will remember today for all of your life, because this day you almost caught Queen Chrysalis herself!"

But when Chrysalis spoke her last words, continuing to retreat, holding the man with her hooves and magically holding onto his neck, she did not notice the stone in the snow. She stumbled and began to fall on her back, her magic dissipated so that concentration was lost. The man freed himself from her grip.

Time has slowed down.

Heart was beating slowly.

The sounds of this world died down, only the sound coming from the chest echoed in the man's ears.

Everypony, including Trixie and the harmony elements, had already rushed into the courtyard to watch the scene unfold. Rarity was already trying to faint, but pressed her side against Trixie, to which the intelligence agent herself did not even react. She was not up to it.

Celestia began to notice that thunderclouds were appearing in the sky, which should not be at this time of year.

Oh, oh, not that! Discord!

"I'll explain it to you when I get back, sweet Sunny Ass! I'm leaving on my mission. Tell Fluttershy: I love her and I do it for her!"

The man felt relief, and Chrysalis's cry was left behind.

He turned sharply in place to try to catch Chrysalis, which had fallen on his back in his arms. And grabbing her by the hooves, he could not bear the pulling weight of Chrysalis. With wide eyes and mental curses, the man began to fall on the changeling queen.

Time was still slow.

But no sooner had this couple touched the snow-covered ground under their feet, when suddenly there was a magical surge and the noise of thunder and lightning in the sky.

These two disappeared, leaving only the outlines covered with snowflakes in the air.

Time has returned to its normal course.

"NOOOO!" Trixie screamed and quickly ran to the place where her friend Heart Path and Queen Chrysalis had just been.

POV Heart Path.

"A-A-A!!! Hey!" Chrysalis screamed as I fell on her, landing on my stomach. As a result, he softens his fall a little. But Chrysalis herself was not so comfortable.

I was still terribly confused by what had happened. Nearby was the sound of Discord's body falling heavily. And behind me I heard the sound of sea waves.

I carefully climbed off the body of Chrysalis, and she, looking at me with gratitude, rose to her feet. We both turned to determine the spot where Discord's magic had thrown us. Who was lying five steps away from us, and it seems that he is unconscious, as he warned earlier.

This place looks like an abandoned beach. I was struck by the abrupt climate change. It was warm here, but windy. Not far from the coast of this unknown sea for me, stone cliffs towered. Some birds, seagulls or pelicans were flying in the sky. Fuck them. But the place itself was rather exotic. The sky itself was filled with thunderclouds that warned of the approaching storm. Not less! Slowly panic began to seize me. And to be honest, I got sober a long time ago from all this shit that happened today!

I went to the Discord lying on the sand to check its condition, and looked at Chrysalis, who had not yet recovered from the shock. "Do you know where we are?"

I noticed that my gloves-amplifiers and technological glasses lie not far from Discord.

"Hmm ... Looks like we are far to the south. But this is not even the kingdom of ponies. Maybe this is the land of donkeys and mules! But I have not been here before, I just heard about these places." Chrysalis told me, and also approached Discord, to start poking a hoof into his chest. And then she tilted her head back to listen to his heartbeat. "It looks like he was magically dehydrated. But, judging by these clouds above us, the storm could start any minute!"

I went over to my things and put on gloves and glasses. When I turned on my gear, the computer reported to me the average battery level!

"Fuck! This is not good! Charging is enough for a maximum of 5-6 hours of active use." I said and went to Discord to direct gravitational beams at him. And his body began to rise into the air. Then I looked at the surprised Chrysalis. "What? Do you think that only you can surprise !? Well, let's get moving if we don't want to get wet! Let's go find a suitable place on that part of the coast. I see there something like a grotto or a cave."

I headed along the coast, continuing to carry Discord's body, and Chrysalis stood there for a few more seconds, shook her head and began to catch up with me flying into the air. Then she landed next to me and, with the same surprised face, began to ask me many questions about what was happening.

"Maybe you will tell me at last who you really are!? And where did you get this magic?"

“This is not magic. But actually something like what you think about." I responded by rolling my eyes. I have deja vu. I had such a complaint, only with another mare. Yes, you heard that correctly. Trixie. And Discord. But my robot friend is not here.

We walked calmly along the shore of this unknown sea for me, for almost twenty minutes. Hmm ... Beach by the sea. Chrysalis walks alongside and asks me many questions. I, carrying Discord's body in gravitational grip and answering all these questions. I'm tired, and besides, I didn't even have breakfast today, only the cucumber sandwiches, courtesy of Major Quick Strike. Hmm, really exotic. Romance! But in principle, this does not discourage me, just life throws me into some strange, but not bad place. And all this is not easy. But I was lucky, I was not alone. Chrissy and Discord were with me. And my friend needs help. After all, I am in his debt.

I felt the wind intensified and splashes from the waves flew into my face, glasses of course covered half of my face, but the chrysalis screamed out of surprise and offered us to get to this grotto faster. Well, this is the right decision.

"AA-AY!!!" Chrysalis screamed and I turned to look at her.

Of course, the sudden sea wave plunged her into the water, so that the mane stuck to her face, almost closing her eyes. Heh! And it looks erotic. Such a wet girl! I laughed to myself and decided to play a trick on her.

"And you know what? You look wet! This look really suits you! Besides, we never took a bath after our ... Uh ... Games. So take this opportunity!" I said, barely restraining myself from laughing.

"Fuck you moron!" Then she caught up with me on the road, shaking the water from the mane and tail. “Well, tell me, Heart Path. At least I was good? Of course, I understand that you have not seen everything yet. But still. I am very interested because I tried very hard!"

"Oh yeah! It was very impressive! I will not ask how you got this deep throat experience." I noticed how her eyes lit up with joy and she smiled at me and at the same time slapped my tail on the ass!

“I have a counter question. Well, did you like it?"

“Yes, but I didn’t enjoy it! All because of this complaint with the discovery of my tracks. Moreover, Discord took the time to interrupt us! Overall, though, I thank him for saving us. But we just need to get out of here and figure out what kind of help Discord needs from the two of us."

"Good. We're getting closer. To this grotto where we will wait out the rain. Eh, just so as not to get sick, from such dampness. All my clothes are wet. I wonder if it is possible to make a fire? There are few trees, maybe we can find dry branches?"

"Do not worry about that! I want to hope that Discord doesn't stay in its disconnected state for too long." Said Chrysalis and sadly lowered her head, probably remembering something from her life.

"Well? Why are you so sad? I'm sure Discord will be fine, we just have to help him."

"I know. That worries me." Then she overtook me, bouncing merrily on her hooves. "I fly to explore this grotto! If anything, I will give you a signal with the light of my horn, in case of danger!"

"Be careful! I'm honest! I still need you!" I shouted to her when she was already in the air on her wings.

I looked into the trail of Chrysalis receding from me, and the wind hit me harder in the face. My clothes are wet here and there, and in front of me, the body of Discord, whom I was carrying, is floating in the air.

About five minutes passed.

Chrysalis came back and landed next to me.

“Well, what do you say? Can we stay there for the night?” I asked Chrysalis, although we had already reached this place.

"Yes, there is a place to hide! I was even able to collect some brushwood from those trees, so we can light a fire and dry up."

“Thank you, Chrissy! This is great news indeed! Uh, we'd love to have dinner, but I don't even know what to find here. Indeed, during this whole adventure I somehow did not think about it, but now I have an increased feeling of hunger!"

"Won't you eat me?" Chrysalis asked me and stuck out her serpentine tongue, clearly reminding me of my own joke this afternoon when we were in the palace.

"Oh yeah. You remembered that. Okay, let's bring Discord here, can you light the fire? Or should I do it myself?"

"I'll try. Although my magic doesn't work in that direction. I'm sure Discord could do it, but alas, he's passed out. And even when he wakes up, I'm not sure he will have enough strength."

We entered this grotto and it was really not bad here. In any case, there was a place that could be used for protection from bad weather and to make a fire. I laid down Discord's body and took off my glasses and wiped my forehead with my hand. Yes, the charge of the gloves is being consumed, but I should have enough energy for a small lightning bolt. Maybe this should work? In any case, it worked with the wolves.

Chrysalis, meanwhile, folded the branches in the center and squatted down to try to use magic. But all she did was to release a stream of some kind of greenish slurry. She smiled shyly at me and decided to try again. But I stopped her attempts by taking her horn in my hand. Then she looked at me inquiringly.

"What?" She asked indignantly and removed my hand from her horn.

“Look. And write it down!" I turned to the fire and gave the command to the computer for combat mode, fired a shot at the pile of brushwood.

Chrysalis jumped to the side in horror and squinted at the sharp flash of red and blue rays. But BINGO! The fire began to flare up slowly, although from the impact several branches scattered to the sides.

“It was impressive! But to be honest, I was scared. It was unexpected. Probably a very handy thing. Hmmm..." Said Chrysalis, delighted with the effect of the earth technique. And then she began to approach the fire.

I was deeply convinced that there would be a hearth of fire in our refuge and that I could dry my clothes. We'll keep warm at night. But this is not enough ... I sat down next to Chrysalis and began to look at the fire. I felt that this was my element. I was hungry and thirsty, and my hunting instincts began to awaken. Putting my hand on my friend's shoulder, I decided to get her attention. Heh. I have an amazing ability to make extraordinary friends in difficult circumstances. She turned to face me and looked at me questioningly. And in her eyes the reflections of fire were reflected.

“Listen to Chrissy. Stay here with Discord. I'll go out and look around. I need to conduct reconnaissance. Maybe I'll find animal food, meat or something else! I do not know how long we will be here or when our friend will wake up. But I'm sure we need something to eat ... - I said, started to get up and put on my glasses to check the settings.

“Are you seriously talking about meat right now? Are you omnivorous? Chrysalis asked me, and a curious smile spread over her face.

I looked at her as if she were a stupid girl.

“Are you seriously asking me this now? It was at that moment when you and I were kissing in the corridor ... I remember at some point you were aggressive and started sticking your tongue into my mouth. And I remember how you felt my human fangs. Are you saying you didn't notice?“ I said to her and smiled, showing my teeth.

Chrysalis pouted her lips and narrowed her eyes, assuming a slightly offended look, but after a few seconds she could not stand it and laughed!

"Ha-ha! Yes, Yes. I remember how you and I kissed, but then I did not think about it. Do you know? And you are an amazing creature! And, to be honest, I would not give up meat either!" Said Chrysalis with feigned predation, and also demonstratively showing me her fangs, began to rub her hooves, looking at me as a victim with her hunting gaze.

I raised my right hand to face level, and small arcs of lightning swept through my gloved fingers.

"Not! Don't even think about it ... Okay, jokes aside, wait for me, I'll try to come back not empty-handed. And you make sure that the fire does not go out on my return!" I said with a sarcastic smile. Her eyes began to widen. It looks like she was, to put it mildly, surprised and outraged at the same time. And she looked at me as an impudent person.

Then her body relaxed and she lowered her head without showing her eyes. "Good. I'll bring some more brushwood for now. We are lucky that it will not rain from these clouds, most likely, the sky is gloomy due to the effects of teleportation, chaos magic. So be careful! And if anything, then shout, I'll come to help."

But how cute she is. I even had an idea: I, as a man, go hunting, and my woman keeps the warmth of the hearth in the house. And she is looking forward to me, as if I were the breadwinner in the family. But she is ready to help me. Heh, I wonder how far will this go?...

Canterlot Palace. The moment when Chrysalis and Heart Path disappeared along with Discord.

Trixie stood with her eyes wide open, breathing heavily, over the very spot where the two creatures had just disappeared. Her friend Heart Path, and the changeling queen Chrysalis! Celestia and all All of the Elements ran up to her. Twilight began to cast a scanning spell. The results shocked her!

The thunderclouds over Canterlot were still making sounds of thunder and lightning.

Twilight stared at the sky in disbelief, then walked around Princess Celestia and stood in front of her. And she spoke in a serious tone. “The magic of Discord is here in abundance! But he only passed out tonight due to the loss of his powers! What in the name of Equestria is going on here? Can you explain this to us somehow!?"

Everyone was a little surprised by this "Princess of Friendship" tone. And Twilight, noticing this, bashfully pressed her ears to the back of her head, bowed her head and apologized. “Forgive me, Princess Celestia, for lashing out at you like that. I'm sorry."

Pinkie Pie walked over to Twilight and put her hoof on her back, trying to calm her friend's stress.

But Trixie, who had heard these words from Twilight, ran up to her and asked with anxiety in her voice. "Are you sure it was Discord? Because if this is so, then most likely..." But she did not have time to finish it, as Celestia interrupted her looking at everyone with a serious look.

"I ask you all to follow me to the meeting room. This is not the place for that kind of conversation."

Everyone agreed with this decision and went to the palace, along with Princess Celestia. Elite guards of the princess surrounded them in order to ensure safety. On the territory of the palace that day, more than one guard could not afford to relax! Including Major Quick Strike and captain Bastion.

These two with their squad flew off the roof and landed on the spot where all these mares had just stood.

"Damn it! Looks like our friend is in trouble!" Said Quick Strike.

"Yes. I think you should talk to Celestia. I think she's up to something. Perhaps the search protocol will be used." Captain Bastion said, frowning as he watched Celestia leave.

Major Quick Strike nodded and spoke so that only Bastion could hear him whisper. "I understand what you're driving at. But I doubt that the two of us will be allowed on this mission."

“At least try it. After all, today was the day when we were able to better get to know a man named Heart Path. And then we drank to friendship!" Captain Bastion said reproachfully.

Major Quick Strike smiled conspiratorially at his service friend. "You're right, Bastion, I will." Then he put his left hoof on his friend's shoulder and brought his forehead to his. "Nobody Except Us!" *(Ни Кто Кроме Нас!) RUS.

Ten minutes later in the conference room at the palace.

In this room, at an oval table, sat all the ponies interested in this incident. Among them were Princess Celestia, Princess Luna (who was awakened due to an extreme setup), Princess Twilight Sparkle, Rainbow Dash, Fluttershy, Applejack, Pinkie Pie, Rarity, Trixie, and the Night Fog robot.

Everyone sat in silence listening to Celestia.

"So. As you already know, the situation is as follows: Discord used his remaining powers to teleport Chrysalis and Heart Path. But you all have a question: why did he do this!? I can't give you many answers." Then she looked at Fluttershy and, seeing that she was noticed, began to hide her face behind her mane.

"Fluttershy. Discord asked me to convey to you that your feelings are still mutual. And he does it for your love. I can assume that he decided to go to the source of Chaos. It is there that he can fully restore his magic. But he ... As far as I understand, his plan, he didn't want us to interfere with his mission. But he could not walk this path alone. He needs help, so he took a man with him. But that's why he did it in a similar situation!? With Chrysalis!?" Celestia spoke the last words in a more angry tone and glanced sideways at her sister.

Luna noticed this and, keeping a calm expression on her face, got up from her pillow and left the table to walk around looking at everyone present.

"Princess Celestia! Princess Luna! Please tell us the truth. I'm very worried." Fluttershy sad, stuttering slightly with her usual modesty and concern for her friends.

"Yes. I think everypony present should know the truth." Said Luna and lit the horn. All ponies except Celestia and Twilight Sparkle had the royal seal on paper scrolls.

When all the ponies looked at these documents, their eyes widened in surprise. And everyone looked inquiringly at the princess of the night.

"Yes, you understand everything correctly! This is a document that you must sign, guarantees that all information provided by me will remain secret. A non-disclosure agreement, up to the complete cancellation of this condition!"

Everypony in the seat continued to look at Princess Luna, while Twilight decided to express a general opinion.

"Luna! Why are you doing this? Don't you trust my friends?" Twilight said, crossing her hooves over her chest and looking at the princess of the night with indignant eyes.

But Celestia decided to intervene, finally beginning to understand where the conversation and her sister's plans were leading. After all, as bad or strange as Luna's revelation sounded, she had known her sister for more time than everyone present at this meeting. Celestia loves and trusts her sister. More than once she made a mental oath that she would never lose her again! And if the time comes, she will leave with her.

I gave my life too long for this kingdom! Now my priority has changed a bit. A family... Celestia thought in her thoughts.

“I ask you to sign these papers. My sister does it for a reason. And I implore you, Twilight, do not doubt Princess Luna. I'm sure she will tell us something that will demonstrate her good intentions for all of us." Said Celestia, who had taken her sister's side in advance. Even if it was stupid.

Luna who still couldn't find a place for herself walking around the table. She was clearly worried, and her rest was also interrupted by this event. But she and so little rest in the allotted time. If only the citizens of Equestria had ever thought about how hard it was at times for the princess of the night. And how sometimes it hurt her soul, because many remember her from the bad side!

But then she stopped and looked into Celestia's eyes upon hearing those words. Princess Luna was touched to the core of her sister's tone of concern and intercession.

"Thank you sister!"

Celestia winked at Lune and let her know that she would agree with her. "You can always count on me. My favourite sister.

“Forgive me, Celestia and Luna. I'm just really worried about this!" Twilight said sadly and bowed her head.

Princess Luna stopped near Night Fog robot, which all the time calmly watched what was happening sitting next to Trixie.

Everypony sat quietly and attentively, waiting for the words of Princess Luna. Even Pinkie Pie!

“I may not start over from the beginning, but it started after the changelings invaded Canterlot. It was then that I pondered the question: why did changelings actually do this? I spent a long time in our library and archives."

When Luna began this tale, Princess Twilight began to show curiosity. Moreover, as if the secret of the whole world will be revealed now! The ponies sitting at the table were outraged, but in the end they signed the document provided to them in advance.

"Perhaps you think I'm crazy? But I negotiate in secret with the changeling. Yes. And I want to achieve our peace between our parties."

"Oh no Princess Luna! Please continue." Twilight Sparkle said.

“I… I want Equestria to make peace with the changeling faction. I knew that Queen Chrysalis was going to go to the palace the day before the holiday! So I gave her this opportunity, and then my agent was able to convince her to come to me for secret negotiations!"

All those present were shocked by this news. But Celestia showed no emotion. In fact, she guessed that her sister might take such a step. Moreover, she herself wanted to conduct such negotiations. But it was risky. And now this risk has borne fruit.

"Do you want to make peace with those who made the surprise invasion of Canterlot about a year ago?" Applejack said, raising her voice slightly. This truth did not suit her. How bitter she is. She knew perfectly well the consequences of that day! Several dozen ponies, if not more than a hundred, suffered from the beatings! And how many of them are dehydrated from lack of energy!

“Yes, you got it right. Applejack. Do you think my actions are wrong? Luna asked while maintaining a calm expression.

"I don't really know what to say. I have no doubts about your choice. But it confuses me, namely the fact how will other ponies react to it!" Said the element of honesty! And she took off her hat and laid it on the table. "Good. What next? We all gathered here for a slightly different reason."

But Celestia also decided to speak up. “It's true, dear Applejack, but in order to understand how we will solve this problem, we need to know its beginning."

“Ah, if this is more to the point, then Chrysalis should agree to a peace agreement between our races and establish a relationship with Equestria. But she needs help with this. In our secret archive in the section "Myths and Legends" I have studied in more detail one interesting book. In which it is said about the so-called "Artifact of the Living Heart!" But in this book, which our archaeologists have found in one of the caves in the forever free forest, many pages are ruined. According to the research of our scientists, they managed to establish its approximate age. It is over 700 years old! The book was kept in the found chest, and many were surprised that during this time it had not yet crumbled. Apparently, this is the action of some kind of magic."

Twilight Sparkle, who was clearly not the same, decided to ask the princess for details. Everyone really wondered where this conversation was leading. And Luna continued this story.

“From the book, which looks more like a diary, it became known that its author is the Healed Changeling! Due to the lack of pages, it is impossible to understand who she is, except perhaps the mare. But it was the changeling mare who was able to find a mutual feeling of love for a simple unicorn stallion. ... Was in exile because of the opportunity to accept the love of the same stallion who sacrificed himself to prove his love for this changeling. He died of his wounds (the reason this stallion was wounded was not explained in detail), and to prove that his love will always be with her, he cut his heart out of his chest. The stallion's heart continued to beat and eventually began to glow, from which the changeling mare was able to receive her healing. The heart continued its life, giving warmth and a lot of love energy to the former changeling. So the shape of this mare hasn't changed, the color has become lighter, and the holes in the hooves have closed!" Luna paused to see the reaction of everyone present. And when she saw the faces frozen with impatience, she continued. "I know it sounds like possible a teenage tale, but I feel that there is truth in these records. They tell where the mare went after the death of her beloved stallion. They also say that the mare was ... Pregnant. "Perhaps we can find clues if we delve into the forever free forest. I believe that the rest of the recordings are either out there or far north. The mare took with her a newly formed artifact, on which the magic of harmony and love worked..."

"But why didn't you tell us about this earlier!?" Twilight asked, clearly indignant at the fact.

“Celestia and I have ordered these findings to be classified! The entire expedition of archaeologists and researchers also signed papers so as not to divulge the secret. I was not yet sure what value this find could be. And I didn't want to give hope for a better future, but then I decided to give Queen Chrysalis the opportunity to take part in the search for the artifact. That's why I kept everything a secret until now.” Luna replied.

Celestia got up from the table and looked sadly at her hooves. She was clearly shocked that her sister tried to play this game without warning her about it. But this was understandable. They just need to be alone and talk. But then Trixie suddenly spoke, who had been sitting quietly all this time and listening attentively to the revelation of the Princess of the Night.

“Forgive me, princesses. But I think we need to focus on where to find one person, one changeling queen, and one Chaos Lord! And now we're just wasting time! And who knows what problems they might get into! They need our help!" Trixie said all this in a fit of passion and excitement. And her tone was, to put it mildly, cocky towards the princesses, but Celestia and Luna did not react to this, but only lowered their heads sadly. Rarity was most surprised by the reaction Trixie, but she agreed with her!

“Um. Ahem. I think Trixie is really right! We need to help somehow, and not waste time. I certainly understand that Discord did all of this with good intentions. Because of his love for Fluttershy, he was ashamed to ask us for help. Although the reason may be not only this. But he is deeply mistaken! Because we are not just elements of harmony! We must be an example of friendship!" Rarity said, emphasizing the last words, and walked over to Trixie to put a friendly hoof on her shoulder, then winked at her.

The words of these two mares deeply touched Celestia's feelings, clearly piercing the very heart. From which she was clearly ashamed, as well as for her secrecy. Inwardly, Celestia shed a tear. And Luna, noticing such sadness in the eyes of Celestia, decided to approach her and console her, putting the wing on her back. This calming effect really paid off and Celestia threw her sadness aside. She raised her head to take a serious look at everyone present, and spoke resolutely. “We will look for them! But I don't know exactly where Discord could have moved Heart Path and Chrysalis!"

Luna smiled at her sister and everyone present. Then she lit her horn, took off her crown and other regalia in front of everyone, and laid them on the table. Everyone looked at this action with surprise and waited for an explanation from the princess of the night.

“I'm going looking tonight. I believe I can find a connection with a person. He only needs to sleep and I will find him! But from this day on, I give up my duties as princess of the night in Equestria Kingdom! I prepared the relevant documents in advance, it only remained to enter the required date. I am not saying that I am completely resigning from this position, but I am disclaiming responsibility. It's my fault. Then she looked into the eyes of the shocked Twilight Sparkle and continued. “Twilight. Please! Take this burden on yourself until I return... But Celestia would not let her finish.

Celestia also lit her horn and removed her crown and regalia, placing them on the table next to her sister's crown. "No! It's not just your burden Luna. It's ours. When the person left, I promised that I would look for him!"

"Wow! This will be fun sister! Remind me when was the last time I was on vacation in a place with you !?"

"Heh. I know what you're trying to say. And I've been planning this myself for a long time. We have a great opportunity. So we can assume that everything is going according to the established plan! And you shouldn't think that you can have fun without me!"

The two princesses continued to stare at each other and noticeable smiles began to appear on their faces. Which of course embarrassed, and indeed shocked everyone else. And how many times have they experienced these emotions today?

These two mares are definitely crazy! I'm putting my horn on cut! They are plotting something. Ooohhh. Twilight thought in her mind.

But the resulting silence did not last long. The robot Night Fog, which all this time was quietly sitting in its place and filming in order to show this video to its human friend, decided to intervene. Only his computer started up and gave a signal. Therefore, Night Fog, he is a smart robot, hastened to bring interesting news to these ponies.

"Sorry to distract you from this dramatic and sweet moment." Night Fog spoke and after waiting for attention he continued. "But just now there was a signal in my program that my friend Heart Path turned on his equipment. But the signal was short. And it was gone again. I cannot trace his location. He is too far away!"

Author's Note

To be continued.