Months have passed since Celestia met Anonymous. She still thinks about him from time to time, but the current situation has shifted so much she forgot about the human which she encountered. The diplomatic situation with Twilight as a third ruler made some nobles rise up. They opposed the crown's actions and started to make demands that would eventually put the crown into puppets for the greedy noble families with lots of bits and influence. The whole situation was not very stable, and guards were doubled and nobody was allowed to enter the castle without permission.

The tension is pretty high. And Celestia after dealing with them day and night is simply tired. Every day, she would talk to one of the representatives, who would just either ignore her or made such stupid and high demands that made the class group even more separated. This was expected, but not ideal for the current time, Twilight did everything she could but was quickly overwhelmed.

In the ‘old days’ Celestia would put them into place right after they started to make the fuss. But today, the laws and free speech made her unable to do so. Luna on the other hand was very angry about the constant noise they made. After Twilight started to work with them, she could actually sleep for 8 hours without problems for once. They started to create so many issues that additional sleep was wasted by listening to their rumbling.

Celestia was currently in the middle of another session with the Nobles. This time, though, Princess Luna and Twilight were present as well. If Celestia does not come to an agreement with them today, then Luna will probably explode. If those poor nobles think they can run faster than an Alicorn that hasn't had a good sleep in 4 days, then they are wrong.

“Count Greenpeace. For the last time... While we value noble input on the economy. The taxes are not for ‘the crown’. It’s for our infrastructure and building a better future. Paying for Equestria defense and education.” Celestia explained again.

“Your Majesty. If we get more funding, then we will directly support the country by expanding the economy at its core. The third and fifth tax needs to go as well. We will not make any profit for the rest of the year if it stays. There is a reason why we are part of nobility. We have rights to demand-” Greenpeace stated before being cut off by loud impact on the table.

“Listen here, you Buffoon! We are the crown-” Luna started to yell while walking into the direction of the noble group. “WE ARE! YOU HAVE ONLY ONE RIGHT. RIGHT TO BE REMAIN SILENT! THIS WOULD BE HANDLED DIFFERENTLY IF WE WERE IN OLDER TIMES. KEEP THAT IN YOUR HEAD IF YOU DON’T WANT TO LOSE IT!” She finished while being face to face with Greenpeace. Who was currently very scared, as all nobles were. They would still not back up, though. They know she won’t do anything to them. Those are empty words. At least for now...

“I think we should take a day off, rethink the whole situation again and come back tomorrow with fresh heads...” Twilight proposed a break for the first time since the debate started.

“I agree. This is very tiring to both sides. Wouldn’t you agree, count Greenpeace? We should take a break and continue after tomorrow.” Celestia stated.

Luna came back to her seat and kept silent. Count Greenpeace started to talk to the other nobles. Count Mil, and count Clip. They exchanged a couple of sentences and gave the nod to Princess Celestia.

“Wonderful. Now excuse us. We would really use some rest. Especially Princess Luna.” Celestia quickly glanced at the Lunar mare, who was starting to fall asleep in her chair.

After the nobles left, and Celestia escorted Luna to her chambers, Twilight started to ask about the current plan. To her surprise, there wasn’t much Celestia could think of now. She decided to talk to her friends in Ponyville about it. Maybe they could help. Rarity knows almost everything about nobility, so she could lend a hoof or two. The current plan is to figure out the actual plan against noble actions. They are starting to create a lot of influence around Canterlot.

She proceeded to teleport to her castle in Ponyville. This is becoming easier and easier to teleport those distances by each passing day. Still, she can’t do it more than five times a day, or she would collapse.

The main room of the castle was empty, Twilight assumed that Starlight who is in charge of it is absent currently. Honestly, if she thinks about it. It's probably because she’s in school. She doesn't even know what time it is. But she knows the meeting has been going for at least 7 hours. So there needs to be a bit of time before sunset. At least, she hopes so. Castle walls are not great for telling the time.

After she left the castle, she started to trot to the school. The sun signalizes that there’s still time to talk to her friends and come back for dinner. When she made her way into the town, everypony started to greet her as soon as they saw her. They haven’t seen her in weeks! But she does not have time to chat, unfortunately. There could be some time later this month, but currently there are other things to do.

She just waved with a gentle smile to them and kept going. She came to the end of the city, right to the hill where the school was placed. She could see it now. Clearly in the distance. She started to forge a question to ask their friends when she hit something. Twilight then fell onto her back as the loud metal ‘ding’ echoed for a while. She thought she hit the streetlight pole.

“Wait, Ponyville does not have street lights poles.” She said out loud while looking up.

“Hello Twi. Are you okay?” Anon said while holding a large metal frame. He put it down and held a hand for her to get herself up.

“Anon. Oh... I’m sorry I spaced out for a second there.” She got up, holding One's hand to lift herself.

“Thanks. Do you know if Rarity, Applejack, Pinkie, Fluttershy or Rainbow are in school right now? I need to talk to them.” She asked.

“Nope. They are currently on an Applejack farm. At least that’s where they told me they are going.” Anon answered while lifting the metal frame again.

“Oh. Thanks, you saved me a trip there.” Twilight said while teleporting off. Silence filled the street.

...

“She hadn’t seen me in three months and that’s how she reacts? Well, to be fair, she does have this whole crown situation going on right now with the nobles... At least that’s what newspapers said.” Anon reflected while walking down the road to his workplace.

“Still...Saying ‘hi’ would not kill her.” Anon frowned. He still has work to do. Better to finish this now and come home early...

At the same time on the apple farm

The barn was currently open and all the ponies were helping unload large amounts of wooden boxes labeled ‘B-23’ B-24’ B-25’ and so on. Those boxes containing new fertilizers were bought by Applejack to try out. It was a bold decision that made Granny Smith a bit angry. They have never used fertilizers, but last year, crops were dying because of the degradation. They needed to make sure that every crop is healthy and good quality, though. This year is for testing. If the crops aren’t healthy, then Applejack agreed to not sell them. That’s the deal with her and her Granny. The Apple family would not sell unhealthy crops to ponies of Ponyville.

Twilight teleported a couple of meters from the entrance of the barn. Everypony would quickly shift their attention to her. Last time they saw her was at the coronation. Almost two months ago!

“Twilight!” Everypony said in unison.

“Hello everyone.” Twilight answered.

“We missed you!”

“How are you feeling?”

“Are you hungry?”

“Why are you here?”

“Did you get taller?”

“How much will you be here?”

Everyone started to ask questions. Twilight started to giggle. Good to be back, even if for only a while.

“Alright, alright. Let me speak. I love to see you too!” Twilight started to calm down everypony after a series of hugs with her friends.

“I’m here because I was wondering if you could help me with something. But first, what are you doing here?” She asked curiously.

“We were unloading this fertilizer. And before you ask, yes. It was hard to convince Granny that we actually need it.” Applejack explained.

“Oh. I see, did the ground start to degrade? It was a matter of time before-” Twilight started to say before she remembered why she came here in the first place.

“Never mind. I would love to sit with you and talk all day, but I have to come back to the Canterlot in an hour.” She stated.

Everypony became sad hearing that. She just came. Why is being a ruler of the country so stressful and time-consuming?

“Don’t say anything more, darling~ Now what do you need?” Rarity spoke.

“I wanted to know if you can help me solve this nobility problem. They are starting to create a serious problem around Canterlot, and we can’t think of anything we can do to stop them.” Twilight began explaining.

“It seems like they started to use their titles and influence to manipulate other professions and create demands. Princess Celestia and Luna can’t do anything because of the law. Me as well, since I’m now the third ruler.” Twilight stated.

“And I don’t think we can use any of the modern laws that would stop them. This has been a serious problem for generations now.” Twilight finally finished.

“Well... Have you tried... No. You definitely tried to talk them out of it...” Applejack began telling, but remembered that this is Twilight. The first thing she did was talk to them.

...

Silence. No one could think of anything. Was there anything that would help in this situation?

“I know there is an old story about a class conflict. But it ends when the two representatives marry each other. So I presume that’s out of option...” Rarity stated, it was silly to even assume anything like that. Those aren’t middle-ages anymore. No pony marries to get benefits anymore.

“I don’t want to get married to anypony right now, Rarity. Though, you gave me an idea.” Twilight started before taking a minute to contemplate.

“What if... We could convince them that there is a better way. A solution. Something that would make them richer, but still not create any more class distortion.” Twilight began thinking out loud.

“Yeah. But those greedy bastards would never give up their titles. It means too much for them.” Rainbow stated.

“And, we still don’t know what would be good enough for them.” Starlight added.

This is going nowhere. But at least she has something to look after now...

“If you want to create something that does not exist, go to Anonymous! He always has some craaaazy invention or idea from his world that does not exist here!” Pinkie stated to everyone amusement.

“Yes! That’s true Pinkie! When I asked what sort of dresses humans wore, Anon gave me a bunch of new ideas for dresses for ponies!” Rarity added.

“And! When I asked about the animals that lived on earth, Anon named a lot which I never heard about.” Fluttershy doubled.

“You're right! Thank you girls! I love you so much. As soon as I have some free time, I will visit you! Now I need to go find Anon!” Twilight cheerfully stated before she hugged everypony, said goodbye and began flying to Ponyville again.

This was an amazing opportunity to solve this problem. Anon always shares his knowledge and is kind enough to help quickly. Now she needs to find him...

...

‘Oh right... I bumped into him on my way here...’

Twilight began her search at the construction site where Anon worked. She immediately saw Spring Stone, Anon’s boss, and the only pony she knew from this company. She quickly trotted towards her and stopped to ask where Anon was.

“Good evening, Spring Stone!” purple mare stated.

“What. What do you want-” Spring Stone quickly realized who she is speaking to. “Oh! I mean! Hi, Princess Twilight. What c-can I do for you?” She corrected me.

“I’m searching for Anonymous. I saw him half an hour ago, but I can’t find him anymore. Do you know where he is?” Twilight asked casually.

“Anon? He’s home by now, I presume. The last thing he had to do was to get me this metal plate.” Spring answered while pointing to the piece of metal.

“Alright, thanks!” Twilight thanked before flying to Anon's house.

He lives five minutes from anypony else at the outskirts of the town. Why? No one knows... But that does not matter anymore. It’s getting late, and she needs to find him quickly. As soon as she saw his house. She descended to the front porch. This house was renovated by Anon himself. And he did a great job. This was a wreck of a house before he moved in.

Twilight quickly searched for a bell, but remembered that Anon does not have one. She instead knocked twice at the door. A little too strong. She quickly realized that.

“One minute.” Anon stated on the other side. Clearly angry at the loud knocking.

‘Good he is home. I don’t have much time left. I need to ask him if he knows anything. I hope he can help find a solution before the next debate...’ Twilight thought while waiting for Anon to open the door.

“Yes?” Anon asked while opening the door. He is freshly out of the shower. Wearing only a pair of shorts, still wet.

“Anon, I’m sorry that I come this late. But I need your help.” Twilight stated while ignoring his appearance completely.

“... Sure? Come in?” Anon said while opening the door more to allow the princess to go inside.

“This is going to take a while, but I need to know if you would know a solution to the nobility problem in Canterlot.” Twilight stated while going inside.

Anon was clearly annoyed by Twilight's attitude. She came here because she needed something. She doesn't care that he is freshly out of the shower. And she does not greet him properly yet. What is going on?

“Twilight. Calm down. I really think you are forgetting something.” Anon stated before putting on a T-shirt.

“What? I’m sorry, I don’t have much time. Can you tell me what it is?” Twilight spoke, visibly frustrated by lack of time to chat.

“You. Lack. Proper. Manners.” He has begun saying slowly to make sure that Twilight will understand.

“W-What do you mean-” Twilight realized. “Oh... Right. Sorry. I never greeted you, did I? And sorry to barge in like that...”

“Apology accepted. Now breathe slowly and tell me what you need.” Anon stated with satisfaction.

“Let me start from the beginning...” Twilight started to explain the situation.

Author's Note

Meme used: Hit the whip

Edited by: ArcaneDust