Malice

2013
JULY 1

Daisy sat in a clearing in the Everfree Forest, rubbing her belly. There was a picnic blanket set up in front of her with a picnic basket full of fruits and veggies. She looked up to see Kyra poof into existence before her, a block of cheeses hovering beside her.

“I, uh… got it,” the demon said as she opened the basket and pulled out a box of crackers.

Daisy tilted her head and smiled as the red mare sat down. “You can relax, Kay,” she giggled. “You don’t have to try so hard. I’m fine.”

“I know,” Kyra muttered. “But, I read a book about dating that Twilight recommended. I will get this right.”

“You’ve gotten it right,” the pregnant earth pony said with a smile as she placed one of her hooves on the demon’s. “Just relax and eat with me.” Kyra took the crackers as Daisy pulled out a daffodil sandwich. As they ate, Kyra stared at the basket while Daisy watched her. The pale magenta mare bit into her sandwich and swallowed. "Though, you could talk more."

Kyra went wide-eyed and looked up. "Oh, uh... I... I'm just not used to... dating. Even if we've done this a couple times before."

"And, you're always so quiet," Daisy said with a smile. "What's going on in that head? You've been so quiet. What happened to all that confidence from before?"

"Confidence?" Kyra asked. "I-I wanted to kill those ponies. I-I wanted to turn you into a... a-a sex pet."

Daisy giggled under her breath as she blushed. "But... I kinda liked that about you. The way you talked, how you seduced me... It was intense."

The red mare listened before letting out a sigh. "I guess I'm just still dealing with everything. I shouldn't be accepted like this. After everything I did, and was planning to do, this doesn't feel right."

“I understand,” Daisy said with a smile as she leaned in. “But… can you tell me what your home is like?”

Kyra stared at her. “The… Nether?” Daisy nodded. “Oh, um… I… Well… You see, the thing is…”

“She’s never been,” came a voice familiar to Kyra but new to Daisy.

Both mares looked over at the entrance to the clearing they were in to see a tall black mare walking towards them. She didn’t seem like a threat, so Daisy wasn’t worried. Plus, Kyra was here to protect her should this newcomer pose a problem.

“Hello, Aura,” Kyra snapped.

The black mare smirked. “It’s Viper now, and you know that.”

“Viper?” Asked Daisy. “Oh, are you a… a, uh…” she stammered, realizing this mare might be…

“Another demon?” The black mare asked. “Yes. I’m also Kyra’s older sister.”

“Oh, that’s a relief,” Daisy sighed. “So, uh… how has Kyra never been to the Nether?”

“Before she died,” Viper began. “she was made the same offer that was later made to me. However, when she went out on orientation, she was caught and imprisoned in stone. I, however, did not fail, and became Queen of the Netherworld.”

“I see…” Daisy said, before looking at Kyra. “The red mare had her head hung with her hair hanging in front of her face. “Then, how do you two know each other’s demon name?”

“Ooo, a smart one,” Viper cooed, before leaning in close to the mortal. “The Stone Sleep spell is a powerful spell that can only be used with the Elements Of Harmony, and can trap anything in stone. However, the one stuck inside doesn’t age but they can still hear and, even in some cases, see.”

“So, you visited her,” Daisy said, coming to that conclusion. “Makes sense.”

Viper smiled and sat down. “Congrats on the baby, by the way. I do hope you’ve had a good life.”

Daisy went wide-eyed as Kyra looked up with an equal look of shock. “What?” They both asked in unison.

Viper chuckled. “A demon foal isn’t born small like a mortal foal. Similar to a changeling, they have the appearance of an 8-year-old at birth. So, imagine pushing one of those out.”

Daisy went wide eyed. “Th-That’ll tear me apart!”

The older demon nodded and reached a hoof out to touch the mare’s belly. “However, I do know of a workaround.”

“Anything,” Kyra said plainly.

“Yes, anything,” Daisy desperately agreed. “What is it?”

Viper slid behind the mortal mare and wrapped her forelegs around her. “A demon can heal any wound a mortal sustains, except death. Once you die, that’s it. So, while your insides and your… pussy… gets stretched out, all Kyra has to do is constantly heal your insides to make sure they don’t break.”

“E-Even if she pulls it off and I’m fine afterwards, won’t that still hurt?”

Viper nodded. “Extremely. However, I know a way to lessen the pain.”

“What?” Daisy asked quickly. “What is it?”

The older demon moved her hoof lower until it almost touched the mortal marehood. “A demon’s saliva can act as a painkiller. A few licks inside your hole and you should go numb enough.”

“But,” Kyra started. “I just got my powers back. And, I haven’t killed anyone in a while. What if I make a mistake?”

Viper chuckled and moved her forehooves to rub the mare’s chest. “Oh, dear. Well, I suppose I could help out when that day comes.”

“Oh, thank you!” Daisy reached, reaching up to hug the demon’s neck.

“Yes, thank you,” Kyra began, sounding uncertain. “But, why? Why have you just now shown back up?”

“I’ve been busy,” Viper explained. “Believe it or not, not all demons are sweet like me. Well, except for one, but… she’s more literal sweet than figuratively.”

“Huh?” Daisy asked, sounding really confused.

The black demon smiled and rubbed her head. “Don’t worry about it.” She then stood up and looked at Kyra. “You’re doing good, lil’ sister. Keep it up and you may be worthy of coming home sooner than you think.” Before Kyra could respond, the older demon disappeared in a poof of black smoke.

“Well, she seems nice,” Daisy said with a smile.

Kyra forced a smile in return. “You just told her she could lick your pussy.”

Daisy’s smile faded as she blushed hard. “O-Oh… But, it will help, won’t it?”

The red mare shrugged. “I have no reason to doubt her. I just wish I was strong enough to do that for you.”

The earth pony went back to eating her sandwich. “We should finish up,” said said after swallowing. “Twilight said she had something to show you today.”

“If she’s gonna try to lecture me again,” Kyra grumbled. “I swear I’m gonna…”

“Oh, no, nothing like that,” Daisy giggled. “You’ll see.”

Kyra put a cracker in her mouth and bit down, her eyes narrowing in suspicion.

Daisy led the demon over to Sugarcube Corner where there were red and black balloons tied to the awning’s support poles. Kyra eyed the balloons as Daisy knocked on the front door. The door opened and Daisy entered. When Kyra entered, a pair of pink hooves shot out from her peripheral vision and attached a dark red party hat to her head.

“Surprise!” Pinkie yelled.

Before Kyra could say anything, she saw the cake on a nearby table with Twilight and friends gathered around. In addition to the six, there was Derpy, Mayor Mare, Lyra, Bon Bon, Celestia, and Luna. The red mare went wide-eyed as Daisy joined the group.

“Wh-What is this?” Kyra asked as she took a step forward.

“Why, it’s your birthday, darling,” Rarity answered. “You couldn’t possibly have forgotten.”

Kyra eyed the floor in thought. “How’d you find…”

“I told them,” Luna answered before the question could be finished.

The demon looked up at her in disbelief. “You… remember?”

“Of course,” the alicorn replied. “How could I forget little Amber’s birthday?”

The red mare hid a blush as Daisy walked up to her. “Believe it or not, there are some who do care about you,” the mortal mare replied.

“I know,” Kyra replied. “That’s not what I’m having trouble understanding.”

“You’re still hung up on the why, aren’t you?” Twilight asked, getting a nod from the demon. She let out a sigh and trotted over. “I admit, at first, it was to calm you down so you wouldn’t destroy the Elements or kill everyone. But, after seeing how you acted afterwards when you made Zecora’s memorial statue, and then in recent months when we tried to get you to hang out with us, I started to see a little bit of the real you in there. You wanted friends again. You still do, you’re just… so full of guilt that you can’t allow yourself to be happy.”

“Of course I’m full of guilt,” Kyra replied in a dark tone as her eyes narrowed. “Every time I walk through town, I see every pony watching me. Even if you all can look past what I did, the majority will not forget.

"Oh, come on," AJ said in annoyance as she took a couple steps forward. "You did horrible things. You killed Zecora and tortured Derpy. That will never not be true no matter what we say or what you do. So, stop expecting or trying to seek forgiveness. It will never come. All you can do now is show remorse and try and better yourself. But, you need to stop moping around and feeling sorry for yourself."

"Applejack!" Rarity gasped.

Kyra stayed silent for a few seconds before looking at the farmer. She then took in a deep breath and stepped back. "You're right," she said, before turning and leaving.

Pinkie just blew on the party horn in her mouth, unsure if the party was still on. Twilight and AJ eye each other before they headed to the front door to see where Kyra was headed. They saw her walking in the direction of the town square. Kyra kept walking until she found the other flower ponies Lilly and Roseluck tending to their flower stand. They spotted her when she got within five feet of them.

"Oh, Kyra," Lilly said as both mares stopped what they were doing and faced her, their smiles fading into a neutral expression. "What... can we do for you?"

"I was just..." Kyra began as she stopped two feet away from them. "wondering if... there was anything I could do to help?"

"Help?" Rose asked, both she and Lilly eyeing each other. "Do you know anything about gardening and... preserving life?"

Kyra shook her head. "No."

"Then, I can't think of any way you could help," Lilly said with a small frown. "Sorry."

"I get it," Kyra muttered, her eyes going to the ground.

Roseluck hesitated for a moment before taking a step forward. "So... how are you and Daisy? I thought she was throwing you a party today?"

"She was," Kyra said with a small smile. "Is. I just came from there."

Rose gave a light smile, too. "Then, why'd you leave?"

"I was inspired by something a friend said," Kyra explained. "I want to... better myself. And, stop seeking forgiveness."

Lilly slowly stepped up beside Roseluck. "Maybe... you can help us set up shop tomorrow morning?"

Rose smiled and nodded. "That sounds like a great idea."

Kyra smiled, too. "I will... see you tomorrow morning, then," she said, taking a step back before turning around and heading back towards Sugarcube. When she got back, she saw Twilight and Applejack standing in the doorway. She trotted up the steps and stopped in front of them. "I... offered to help out Lilly and Rose."

"And?" Twilight asked with a hopeful smile.

Kyra smiled and exhaled through her nose. "I'll be helping them set up tomorrow morning."

AJ stepped up to her and put a foreleg around her. "Proud of ya. Now, get in here. We have a cake for you."

"A cake?" The demon asked, before the earth pony pulled her inside.