Queen Chrysalis sighed in her boredom.
Trudging through the compact tunnels of her Hive, the Queen mused about Cadence’s previous suggestion; going to the market and purchasing her own humans. It was a very appealing idea, regardless of public opinion. Word of the fiasco that was Cadence’s wedding spread fast, the press judging the Changeling race as dangerous. Needless to say, the other Hives were not pleased with their cattle weeding them out from the population.

But thankfully, the Equestrian Princesses had explained the situation; that Cadence had ordered the attack as “if I’m getting hitched and tied down, I want my last moments as a single mare to be spectacular”. Thus, the Princess of Love had requested Chrysalis and her Hive to “invade” as part of the wedding plan. Apparently, Cadenza had explained the whole thing to Celestia and Luna.

But while Equestria as a whole welcomed her and her kind back in their midst, small groups didn’t. The Nobles of Canterlot being one of them. And the largest market was stationed in the capital… yay.

Yet, the Queen knew of other markets, one in particular she liked to visit was conveniently in Poniville. And she just knew that Twilight Sparkle would be ecstatic to see the Changeling Queen again! Plus, Chrysalis at least wanted to browse her options for pets.

Having made up her mind, the Queen reached out through the Hivemind and selected four guardians as her escort. Moving down the tunnels at a leisure pace, she slowly made her way towards the Hive entrance, giving her guards enough time to group up. Upon arriving, she was greeted with four bows.

“Rise my children.” They did so. “We’re going shopping.”

It was three hours until they arrived in Poniville, the small town seeming almost deserted. Chrysalis knew that the ponies still feared her kin, but this was a bit excessive! But when she turned a corner into the town square, the Emerald Queen saw the overly shiny reason. Queen Carapace of the Ruby Hive, her chitin gleaming in the sun like waxed obsidian.
It was as the gorgeous Queen looked to observe a nearby shop that she noticed Chrysalis, her orange eyes lighting up with glee. “Chrissy!! Is that you?!”

The two Queens had been friends for most of their lives, often partnering on operations and trade. One of these trades had been with their very drones, the two acting as messengers for their respective queens. Chrysalis had reluctantly sent Thorax, the little goofball of a love-bug, as her convoy to the Ruby Hive. Carapace had sent her second youngest daughter to the Emerald Hive, a nervous eater of a sweetheart.

“Yes Carapace, it’s me.” Chrysalis chuckled, moving along with her escort to the other Queen’s side. “You here for the markets too?”

“Me? The markets?!” Carapace mockingly gaped, hoof pressed to her jewel-embedded chest. “Eh, somewhat? One of my gatherers said there was this new body wash at Bathside Beyond. And you know me, I can’t resist anything that helps bring out my beauty!~”

Chrysalis rolled her jade eyes. “Oh yes. What a travesty it would be to deny you that! The heavens would weep!”

“Wouldn’t they just. So, what brings my best friend here? Looking for one of those scrumptious human pets?” Carapace smirked with a knowing look.

The Emerald Queen blushed, quietly whimpering to herself. “Citus told you didn’t she?”

“Yep! She raved about how you gushed the whole night.”

Chrysalis’ blush deepened.

Carapace stifled her giggles with a polished hoof, stepping forward as she hugged her fellow Queen. “It’s ok Chrissy. Nothing to be ashamed of. I rave about half the products I find… and about a special little drone who’s caught one of my own’s eyes~”

Chrysalis suddenly beamed, darting into Carapace’s face with the biggest smile she’d ever seen. “THORAX? HE HAS?! WHO?!?!”

The Ruby Queen smirked, lightly pushing her friend away with her magic. “Elytra.”

The resounding squeals shattered all windows in the area. It even reached a note where dogs whimpered.

Chrysalis danced on her hooves as her guards slowly recorded, rubbing their ringing ears. She continued until satisfied, sheepishly coughing into a hoof. “I-I’ll talk with him tonight…”

“With that little bit of gossip done,” Carapace giggled, motioning for her fellow Queen to follow. “Shall we go pet shopping?”

“Yes, let’s.” Chrysalis smiled as she strutted alongside her friend, catching sight of a smiling elderly mare in one of the houses. The old mare, probably a mother herself, held up a sign that had the words hastily scribbled; YAY FOR THORAX!

Chrysalis couldn’t help but proudly smile. She was then lead through the homely town to a bustling district, patreons hardly paying her and her group a glance as they went about. She found it very off putting that this part of town acted as if she were another run-of-the-mill customer, but the neighborhood shunned her kin. Stupid ponies.

But they did have a fine selection.
Five separate stages lined the path as numerous humans were put on display, Terran on the right, regular on the left. Chrysalis trotted up to each, studying the potential pets. Each was unique, from male to female. She knew that the Terran humans had a higher affinity for magic, allowing them to cast the lowest of spells. The average humans however seemed less adapt in magic, choosing to uncover discoveries and science. These humans also wore less than the Terrans, clothes barely resembling pants, shirts, and dresses.
The Terrans definitely peaked her interest, but what use did she want for a magic casting snack? And the prices… First Queen, they were expensive! Chrysalis then looked down to see little boards filled with information about each human.

Green, Terran: 550 B. Doesn’t mind doing chores and house work. He likes reading and crafts. Takes naps after lunch, often asks to be eaten first though.

Coal, Terran: 540 B. Entertainer. Loves telling jokes and appreciates slap-stick humor. Likes sports. Likes taking walks. Loves long naps inside a belly.

Jenna, Terran: 680 B. Rarely let’s anypony eat her. Comfortable with housework and babysitting. Loves science, owns her own chemistry set (expect occasional explosions).

Swift, Normal: 150 B. Quiet, shy around most. Keeps to himself more often than anything else. Loves reading books. Loves world building and writing his own short stories. If a mare is nice, loves snuggling up in her belly. Sleeps in bellies every night.

Chrysalis hummed in thought, looking over the prices again. Looking to the one called Swift, she smiled at his appearance. Messy brown heir with a minuscule beard. His build wasn’t overly fat, but the man wasn’t thin either. To Chrysalis, the perfect blend of chub and muscle. He would be very filling. And with his description, she surmised he would be a good little pet. Quiet, happy with a book, and he liked sleeping in bellies? Perfection!

But… she looked to the others. Why was Jenna the most expensive? High maintenance? Was she a breeder? The Queen didn’t know human anatomy very well, so she didn’t have the answers.
After observing the humans one last time, Chrysalis trotted up to the seller; a short mare with a grey coat and bright blue mane. “E-evening your Highness, see any humans worthy of your time?”

The Queen nodded, smiling softly. “The ones called Swift and Coal, would you say they are good purchases?”

The mare smiled brightly. “Oh I most certainly would! I’ve tested them myself on separate occasions, and I can tell you; they don’t disappoint!”

“Very good…” Chrysalis thought for a bit, thinking the matter through. “I shall take Swift.”

The mare seemed confused, tilting her head. “U-uh. Wouldn’t you like both of them? I mean, you seemed to hint at the fact…”

“I did. But he will be my first human, and I figured I’d start with just one. No need to get too much and not be able to handle them.”

“Ah, I see. Now, would you like him now or wait until you get home?” She asked, accepting the sack of bits the Changeling gave her.

“EAT HIM NOW! EAT HIM NOW!” Carapace chanted, clapping her hooves with a grin.
“Could you please respectfully keep out of this, your Majesty! Swift isn’t yours.”

Chrysalis thought for a moment, weighing her two options. Finally, she smiled. “I’d like him now.”

The sales mare smiled. “You won’t be disappointed, I assure you.”

It was some time later that Chrysalis trotted into a small blue tent, spotting her purchased human waiting for her. She could tell that the tent had been enchanted with a silencing ward, allowing the two of them complete privacy.

“H-hi…” Swift waved, trying to push the blush he had down.

But the Queen grinned at his bashfulness, finding it cutely delicious. “Hello my dear snack~”

The human blushed harder, whimpering with a goofy smile of his own. “I-I guess I get to take a dive? I’ve been in a few mares, but… never a Changeling.”

“I’m certain this will be similar, but very different.” Chrysalis felt as giddy as a filly on Hearths Warming, her smile bright as the sun. “But before I chow down, is there anything my Swifty needs? New clothes… or maybe a girlfriend?”

She loved the blush that covered his face. “U-uh, n-no. I-I’m ok on that one… new clothes would be good though…”

“I’ll be sure to pick some up as we head home.” Chrysalis looked him over once again, her mouth watering as she fluttered her emerald eyes at Swift. “Now then, does my precious want a cozy ride?”

The blush deepened as she noticed a tent pitching. “S-sure…”

“Then all aboard the Queen Express. Aaaaaaahhhhhh~” Her lips parted and the abyss yawned over his head, strings of drool falling onto him.

She left herself looming over him for a moment, letting him get a good look at his new home. Then, she descended.
“Harph-!” Chrysalis didn’t even need to swallow at first, her stretching gullet taking in a fourth of Swift. She moaned around him as she savored, taking her sweet time, slowly working him deeper. The Queen came to his shoulders and took her first real gulp.

GLURK~

The bulge of his head began in her throat, Swift remaining slack while in her magical grip; soft yet firm. With some effort, another swallow took in his wide shoulders, leaving the rest of him to seamlessly slide in.
Five more gulps and she’d made it to his knees, his face hit the pit of her belly. The Changeling Queen shivered, legs wobbling in the face of such pleasure. She even felt her human experiencing his own form of pleasure! A deep blush claimed her cheeks at the thought. But Chrysalis blinked, focusing back on task; she had a meal to finish.

Softly jerking her head back, gravity helped her slurp up his legs, her long tongue coiling around his bare feet. Purring at his exquisite taste, she suckled on his lingering feet, getting a few squirms that pleased her greatly. Jaws opening wide with her tongue smooshing his toes together, the Queen took one drawn out gulp that sealed her prized human within. Snapping her jaws shut with a click of her fangs, a final gulp and a quick belch signaled her meal’s end.

“Aaaaaaahhhhhh, yummy~” Chrysalis sighed as she plopped onto her bum, marveling at her bloated pregnant-like tummy. Tremendous and round, the transparent skin allowed Swift a fair view of the outside world.

“I sure hope so.” The man smirked from inside his new mistress, leaning back against the slimy but soft belly wall, his rags damp. “So, now that I’m inside my Queen, what next?”

“Next? We go home after some shopping.” The Queen grunted as she rocked herself onto her hooves, grant belly pulling at her spine, letting a few happy gurgles escape. It only sagged halfway to the ground, still allowing her much freedom in the way of movement.

Exiting the tent, Chrysalis found Carapace waiting for her, the other Queen smiling and waving to the bellied Swift. “I trust Chrissy’s big tummy is cozy little guy?”

Swift himself was somewhat embarrassed of his predicament, choosing to snuggle deeper into his owner’s flesh. “U-uh, yeah… c-cozy.”

Carapace smirked, stooping her head to look Swift in the eye. “Oh I’m sure~”

Chrysalis rolled her eyes and rocked her hips once, shoving the side of her belly into Carapace’s face. A burp escaped her lips. The Emerald Queen’s stomach shrunk ever so slightly, adding to Swift’s comfortable accommodations. “*urp* Are you two done flirting?” The Queen playfully chided, strutting past her fellow Queen with a smirk.

Carapace rubbed her nose, sticking her tongue out in defiance. “If we must. On a side note; I just might get one too!”

“But knowing you, it’ll be a female.”

Carapace sighed dramatically, hoof swiping over her brow. “Oh yes, boys and colts are such a hassle!”

“Good thing she’s got me trapped in here!” Swift laughed, turning on his side, sending shivers down Chrysalis’ spine.

“Lucky you~”

“Did you want to get a human now, Carapace? We can wait.” Chrysalis quizzically suggested, turning to face her friend.

The Ruby Queen hummed to herself, looking to the skies in thought. She saw quite a few Pegasi fluttering about with full bellies. She envied them. And Chrysalis. “Maybe later. For now, I wanted to try out that new spa in town.”

“Oh? I don’t keep up with too much of the news…” Chrysalis found herself barely listening as Carapace rambled on, focusing instead on the sway of her belly as they walked. Followed by their drones, the two Queens wandered the streets. One trotting merrily and the other waddling with a pep in her step. This had turned out to be a great day! And Chrysalis couldn’t wait for all the coming days with her new snack pet!

Author's Note

Hope you all enjoyed!

To Typist Gray: I saw your comment when I was about halfway through working on this chapter. Do not fret, next one will be with the average ponies. Running out of royalty

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