The Sun Mage

by Celestial_Moon

Rating: mature
Tags: Queen Chrysalis, Romance, Adventure, Sex, Profanity, Violence, Princess Celestia, Alternate Universe, Human, Anthro, Princess Luna, Drama, Original Character, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, Princess Cadance
Length: 41157

Join Ash Westwind as he makes his way through Equestria and learning to control his new powers he obtains.

Ash, a 28 year old Engineer.

He was coming home for the holidays to spend time with his family for the Christmas Season. He was driving slow because there was ice on the road, but while he was chatting with his mom on the phone while driving, he failed to see the semi truck on the wrong side of the road speeding towards him. He only noticed it at the last second.

Before he fell unconscious, he heard a voice "You will be the one", only he couldn't comprehend the message before he blacked out.

Ash has now wounded up in Equestria and is now interacting with anthropomorphic ponies. As Ash finds his way around the new world he now faces trials and tribulations with new and old villains as well as a secret relationship with a certain princess.

Warning:
Contains violence: May be unsettling for some readers
Contains Sex: These will come in later chapters and will have an option to Skip
There may be some bad grammar
There will be mentions of use of drugs: Don't worry, its only alcohol

Published 2022-02-05 02:20:00 UTC
Last updated 2022-04-10 01:19:01 UTC

Chapter One

It was cold Friday night and the roads were currently iced from the temperature, a black Ferrari is seen driving down the highway at a reasonable speed as to not crash or lose control. Inside said Ferrari is a grown man in his late twenties jamming to some old songs from the 90’s, the man currently in the drivers seat was above average height, about 7'0 and had caramel colored hair with emerald green eyes and was wearing blue jeans, a plain red shirt and a black leather jacket. The name of the man is Ash Westwind, and he is an engineer for Ackerman-Estvold, North Dakota and grew up in a rich family, but he always stuck to the words "To those who are deserving of earning are those who put in their own weight", so he never wanted to smooch off of his parents when he moved out of the house, even if it would have been the easy route. Ash was currently heading home to celebrate Christmas with his family who were in the next state over. Ash was tapping his fingers on the wheel when he heard a constant ringing next to him. He looked to his left and saw that it was his phone ringing, he kept his eyes on the road and picked up the device, and answered the call "Hello." He had to move the phone away from his ear when he heard a loud yell that made his ear drums ring. "Hey Ash, how's my favorite little bro doing?"

This causes him to chuckle "Hey Conner, nothing much, just heading home. How's the family doing without me, is mom still bugging you about getting a girlfriend?"

A sigh could be heard on the other end of the line "Listen, we both know mom is bugging me and you, so why don't you get a girlfriend, hm? Maybe then that'll give me enough time to have her off my back for once. We got some time when Emily got Mr. Pretty Boy, so you need to give me time, got it?"

Ash only shakes his head "Man, aren't you selfish, and this is supposed to be the time of giving and being nice.”

Conner retorted with a chuckle "Fuck off man" making Ash burst out laughing. “”

“Anyways, Con, is mom there?" There was a small bit of shuffling on the other end of the line and some inaudible words, until Ash heard another loud shout.

"Asher! How's my baby doing?" Ash blushes out of embarrassment of his real name.

“Hey mom, I'm doing great, it's nice to hear you again, and I'm on my way home right now. I should be there in about a few hours, just in time for Christmas."

"Good, now, on to another topic", Ash groaned knowing what was coming next "Did you happen to find a lucky girl while you were away?"

"No, and it's only been a few months, you think I'm going to find the girl of my dreams in that short amount of time?"

Ash's mom could only chuckle "A women can hope, I just don't want you to be alone for the rest of your life, you know how you were a quiet kid when you were younger."

Ash replied sarcastically "You really have faith in me, other than that, these things take time. I mean, Emily was friends with Jack for 4-5 years before they even started dating, and look at them now, engaged."

Ash's mom sighed and said she understood, but lightened the mood with "That doesn't mean I'm going to stop trying on your older brother", a voice saying 'I heard that!' was in the background making the two laugh.

Ash then looked back up at the road and could see small lights in the foggy distance and whispered to himself "That car is..." he trailed off when he saw a semi truck swerving on the wrong side of the road causing Ash to panic, but even under this situation he tried to find a way to avoid the truck. But, the truck was speeding too rapidly and a large honk could be heard in the distance making Ash's mom call out to him in worry and panic. He ignored her and realized there was no way out except if he drove off the highway into the water below him.

He acted fast and turned the wheel with a hard right, crashing into the stone wall and flying off the road into the water, but the truck hit his bumper hard causing his car to spin while in midair. The car landed in water, cracking the windows letting cold water seep into the vehicle, the windows soon gave out, sending water everywhere inside the car. Ash was holding his breath and trying unbuckle the seat belt as the water was rising higher and higher, but it was stuck.

His lungs were soon beginning to give out and fail. But the last thing he could hear or remember before he blacked out was a feminine voice saying "You will be the one."

Ash groaned and felt like his body just sat out in an entire blizzard, naked. He laid there for a few moments trying to regain his bearings until he remembered what happened previously. He was driving home for the holidays from work, he was talking to his older brother and mother, a semi truck was driving on the wrong side of the highway, he drove off the bridge and into the water and started drowning in the cold water because the seat belt was stuck, lastly he heard a female voice tell him something, like, 'you will be the one'. Whatever that means. He opened his eyes and looked to see he was in a weird looking forest, confusing him immensely "Didn't I die?" He tried to think this over but his thoughts were cut off by multiple low growls all around him. He stood up, knowing he would be more vulnerable sitting down and began to look around for the source of the noises. Ash heard a louder growl from behind him making him turn around to see a pack of wolves made out of twigs and sticks, leaving him bewildered at the creatures. Ash was brought out of his stupor when he realized he was being circled by about three or four more of the animals... would you even call them animals? Plants? Never mind that, Ash shook his head to think of a way out of this predicament. Ash noticed a tree next to him that was far taller than the wolves and climbable as well, he also noticed a sizable rock next to him, he began to form a plan to get him out of this situation. Ash kicked the rock sending the wolves attention to the propelling object. Ash took his chance and ran to the tree and started to expertly climb it making his away from the wolves. He started hopping from one tree branch to another on different branches that could just barely support his weight.

Ash saw a light up ahead and figured it must have been the exit to the forest. He made one final leap and landed on the ground below and took off into a sprint, once he knew he was far away enough he stopped to take a breather and noticed there was a nice watering hole nearby. After about two to three minutes of sitting down, he got back up and made his way to the watering hole. Once he was there, he knelt down and drunk up a good amount of water, but when he heard a twig snap behind him, he quickly grabbed the closest object he could find and brace himself into a defensive stance, but quickly relaxed when he saw that it was just a cute little white rabbit. He laughed at his overreaction and started over to the rabbit in three strides and knelt down. He spoke in a friendly voice "Hey there little bunny, do you know where I am, because I don't think I'm in my right mind right now." The rabbit shook its head and ran off into the bushes, Ash only shook his, "What was I expecting?" Ash stood back up to his full height before he heard a yell above him, he looked up to see a blue blur falling towards him at an alarming rate. He didn't have enough time to react before the blue blur collided with him sending him flying back into a pack of stones. The back of his head slammed into a rock knocking him out cold.

Location: Unknown

"So this is him? He doesn't look like much."

"Either way, he's the chosen one, so we'll just have to work with him and prepare him for what he'll do when the time comes."

Ponyville Hospital

Ash groaned and rubbed the back of his head to try and make the pain he was feeling subside. "Man, feels like everything is trying to kill me today, but all the attempts are, luckily for me, futile." Ash sits up and realizes he's in some sort of hospital room. Before he could examine anything else, the door opened and in came in a white humanoid pony with a nurse outfit on, and her pink hair in a tight bun. Ash said under his breath with a bewildered expression "I must have hit my head a little too hard."

Ash's whisper startled the white pony because she let out a high pitched yelp "You can talk!"

Ash gave a shocked expression "You can speak!? And understand me?" The pony only nodded dumbly and started walking towards me making me jump off the bed and hold up my hands, "Now hold on, I don't need some random animal that can speak coming near me!"

The pony gave an irritated look "I'm not just some random animal, I'm a pony.”

Ash shook his head "An anthropomorphic one that can walk on two legs... hooves? And can speak as well."

Her face loss the irritated look and spoke in a calm tone "My name is Nurse Redheart, and you are?"

Ash stood quiet for a couple of seconds before he responded "Ash, Ash Westwind." Nurse Redheart nodded and asked if Ash could sit back on the bed so she can change the bandages. Ash hesitantly nodded and reasoned that she needed to reach his head because she was about a good 5'9 in height. Nurse Redheart fluently changed the bandages and told him to wait where he was, Ash nodded and waited until he saw about six more anthropomorphic ponies file into the room.

All of the six ponies stared at Ash in wonder, then a purple pony with a horn walked up to him "Hi, my name is Twilight Sparkle, Princess of Friendship and protege of Princess Celestia." Twilight had purple fur and purple hair with a pink highlight in it and was wearing a purple button up with a white undershirt, a purple pencil skirt that went to her knees and was currently wearing glasses.

Ash gave a tiny wave and asked with curiosity "Are you a unicorn?" Twilight gave a slight nod leaving Ash in awe.

Next, came an orange pony who had blonde hair which was in a ponytail. That tiny concept made Ash chuckle a little. The orange pony then spoke in the most southern accent. "Hi, mah name's Applejack, and I help run Sweet Apple Acres and produce the apples for Equestria."

"Hm, Equestria, at least now I know where I am." Applejack stuck out her hand and Ash gladly took it, they shook hands and Ash commented "You sure have a strong grip." Applejack gave a friendly smile at the compliment. Applejack was wearing a red plaid crop top, small jean shorts and to top off the cowgirl look, she was wearing a stetson hat.

A white unicorn with fancy, curly purple hair walked up next, she spoke with a posh accent "My name is Rarity, and own the boutique down here in Ponyville, and please come by the boutique sometime, Darling. I could use the inspiration for a new fashion line, just... not... your certain style."

I ignored the style comment and brought her hand up and planted a soft kiss on the top of it "It would be a pleasure dear Rarity."

Rarity sported a small blush "My, handsome and a gentlecolt." Rarity was wearing blue eye shadow and purple dress that hugged her figure nicely.

When Ash stood up to his full height, he saw in the corner of his eye, a yellow pony with long pink hair cower behind one of her friends. This made Ash turn and face her, the attention he gave her made her even more nervous. Ash knelt and said in gentle voice "Hey, I might look big, but I'm not going to hurt you" the yellow pony was hesitant but quietly started to show herself "What's your name?"

"F-Fluttershy…",

Ash leaned in more because she spoke so quietly "I'm sorry, I didn't catch that."

"F-Fluttershy."

Ash smiled sweetly and said "It's nice to meet you Fluttershy, my name's Ash" Ash moved closer to her ear and whispered "If it makes you feel any better, I used to be really shy around new people, and still am sometimes."

This got a smile out of Fluttershy "Really?"

Ash nodded "Really." Fluttershy was wearing a green sweater and a pink skirt that went down to her thighs. Ash also noticed something on her back and asked "Are- Are those wings?" Fluttershy nodded meekly.

"Yes, I'm a Pegasus", Ash gave out an awestruck expression once again.

This made Twilight ask "Doesn't your kind have them?"

Ash shook his head "Unicorns and Pegasi are considered a myth in my world."

Before Twilight could continue, a pink body and blue eyes filled Ash's vision startling him, as well as making him fall backwards. The pink body sat on top of him and rambled "Hi! MynameisPiniePieit'snicetomeetyou, whatdoyouprefer? Cakesorpie? WhenyougetoutofhereIneedtothrouwyoua'WelcometoPonyville, butalsoEquestria'party!" She was then pulled off by a purple aura, but I wasn't surprised figuring Twilight did it and she's a unicorn, though the concept of magic was still a little unsettling.

"Pinkie!" Twilight scolded.

"My name is Ash Westwind, it's nice to meet you as well. I prefer cakes over pies and I don't really know how I feel about having a party", this got everyone to look at Ash in surprise. "I had an old friend who used to do the same thing."

Lastly, a blue pegasus who had a rainbow hair spoke in a raspy voice "My name's Rainbow Dash, the fastest fly in all of Equestria and soon to be Wonderbolt!”

Ash gave her a look of confusion "The Wonder-what?"

She gave me a look of utter shock and said "The Wonderbolts, the most coolest and awesome flying team ever!" Ash only says he's never heard of them, still much to Rainbow Dash's surprise. Rainbow Dash was wearing a white fitted tank top and black running shorts and a pair of black fingerless gloves.

Ash took a close look at her "Hold on a second, aren't you the one who flew into and made me knock my head on a rock?"

Rainbow Dash averted everyone's gaze and said sheepishly with a blush "Yeah, sorry about that, that was an accident." Ash only sighed and said it was fine.

Nurse Redheart then came into the room telling Ash that he is free to go, Ash gives a nod as well as a thanks and walks out of the hospital with Twilight and her friends. "So, how do I get home? And is there even a way for me to get home?"

Twilight and the girls look at him with frowns, then Twilight suggests "I might not have a way to get you home, but if there is anypony who would be able to get you back to your world its the princesses.”

Ash nods in understanding and then asks "So what am I going to do for the time being?"

Applejack says "Well, you can always help me and mah family with the apple farm.”

"You can stop by my boutique so I can make you a batch of clothes, Darling.”

"We can still celebrate your 'Welcome to Ponyville and Equestria' party!"

Ash thanks them for the help, then Twilight says "You can come and stay with me in the meantime." Ash nods to nods to all of them in thanks.

Everyone soon disperses and goes their separate ways while Ash and Twilight head back to her home. While they were walking through town Ash could see the townsfolk staring at him and giving him looks from curious to terrified because he was a creature none of them have ever seen before.
Twilight then asks Ash "So, what species are you and where were you from?"

"I come from a planet called 'Earth' and I lived in a state called North Dakota, U.S.A. I'm also known as a human where I'm from", Twilight hums after writing it down on a piece of paper. "I guess she made those magically appear."

Twilight then asks "What does 'U.S.A' mean?"

Ash chuckles and says "It stands for 'United States of America'."

Twilight hummed again "So what did you do when you were on 'Earth'?"

"Well, I'm an engineer and I've been one for years, I love doing it and I plan to keep on doing it if I can."

Twilight smiles says five minutes later "Well, home sweet home", Ash looks up to see a tree library.

Ash says "You live in an actual tree?" Twilight nods and gestures him to follow her inside, he does so and is impressed on the inside. "The tree is still able to thrive even with there being holes and everything, now that's impressive."

Ash was cut out of his thoughts when Twilight calls out "Spike, I'm home and I brought a friend!"

Ash could hear running and thought "Hm, well, I guess she must have a dog." What Ash saw next surprised him to no extent. What came walking in from what Ash could assume was the kitchen was a big green and purple lizard. "Wait is that...?!" Ash ran up to Spike and asked "Are you a real dragon?"

Spike gave a small gasp of surprise then said nervously "Yes..."

A giant grin plastered onto Ash's face "That is the coolest thing ever! It's every boys dream to see a real dragon! *Gasp* Can you breathe fire?"

Spike was taken aback by his enthusiasm, but answered with cockiness "Yeah, I'm a real dragon, and I can breathe fire. My name's Spike.”

Spike put out his tiny hand to which Ash gladly shook and said "Nice to meet you, my name's Ash." Spike nodded in acknowledgement.

Spike then asked "So, are you the one Rainbow Dash crashed into?" Ash only nodded, Twilight then stepped in between them and tells Spike to take a message, and out of no where Spike pulled out a piece of parchment paper and a quill from behind his back. Ash wasn't going to ask about that.

Dear Princess Celestia,

It has come to my attention that my friends and I (mostly Rainbow Dash) have found a new species that has transported into this world somehow. He calls himself a human, and his name is Ash Westwind as me and my friends have been informed. I also send this note to you as to ask if there is any way you and Princess Luna could return him back to his home as he has requested of my friends and I. I hope this letter finds you well and write back as soon as you can.

Your Faithful Student,
Twilight Sparkle

Spike holds up the scroll and breathes fire on it, making it disappear into a green smoke that goes out through the tree window. Ash only stares in shock at Spike and yells "What'd you do that for!? You were supposed to send it, not burn it to a crisp!" Twilight informed Ash of how he did send it and that Spike has two kinds of flames. One to burn and one to send friendship reports and letters to the princess. With this explanation, Ash calmed down, but then Spike burped up green flames leaving a scroll in front of him as well. Twilight grabbed the scroll with her magic and began to read it allowed:

Dear Twilight Sparkle,

Thank you for sending me this letter of this unknown creature to me. Please send this 'Ash' to the castle tomorrow and bring your friends along with you as well. We will discuss further details with all of you about our findings tomorrow, but until then, keep up the friendship reports my dear student.
P.S.) Luna says 'Hello' to you Twilight.

Your Faithful Teacher,
Princess Celestia

When Twilight was done reading the letter she rolled it back up and sent it somewhere else with her magic. "So, as the princess said, you will have to stay here until further notice and then tomorrow, you will get to personally meet the princesses." Ash only nodded in nervousness, I mean who could blame him, he's meeting royalty and he doesn't even have anything fancy or presentable to wear when he meets them. So, he'll have to make do with what he has on him, which isn't really much but it's still something. After his little inner turmoil, Twilight shows him around and brings him to where he will be staying, for now.

As Ash lies his head down he thinks "I hope things will turn out for the better ... I hope my family is doing okay. I guess I won't be able to come and visit them this Christmas, but at least I'm not dead, so that's a plus, right? And I hope meeting the princesses goes well."

Police sirens continue to blare in the dark cold night as they investigate the scene in front of them, but as they drag out the black broken Ferrari, a dark figure starts moving through the shadows, blending in with them entirely. A menacing voice can be heard from the figure "Your out there somewhere Ash Westwind, and I will find you." Any trace of the figure is gone as the police try to make with what they can of the mysterious car crash.

Little does everyone know this is just the beginning of both world’s destruction.

Author's Note

And that was the first chapter of Sun Mage. Hope you enjoyed it and make sure to stay in tuned for upcoming chapters. Make sure to comment, so I know what your thoughts are on the story so I know if I need to fix something.

Chapter Two

Location: Dream Realm

Ash was causally trying to get some sleep but he had that feeling that he was being watched, leading Ash to open his eyes and look at his surroundings. He soon found that he wasn't in Twilight's Tree House but was instead in some kind of training field/dark void. Ash then heard a voice coming from behind causing him to turn around and see someone else that looked like him specie wise but they also looked completely different as well. The creature then spoke to him in a feminine voice "Hello Ash, my name is Kira, now you might be wondering why you're here, correct?" Ash could only nod dumbly, with being transported to Equestria and coming into this world, his mind lately has been just whacked with an enormous stick that yelled “This is reality!!”"Well, you came to Equestria because you're here to fulfill a prophecy, someone in your realm was trying to kill you to stop you from coming, but you were brought here just in time."

Another voice soon appeared, and it sounded more masculine "And both of us are here so we can train you to withstand threats and learn to control your powers that you recieved." A figure flew down next to Kira and continued "My name's Kori, and I'm going to be the one to train you and help you control your new powers."

This information made Ash step back "Wait, powers? I don't have any powers I'm just a human and we don't use magic. The only magic humans can do are those cheap homemade tricks."

Kori only laughed "Well, you used to be powerless, but since Faust brought you here, you obtained them. And Kira and I are going to help you control them."

Kori then obtained a serious expression "Now, Ash, are you ready for your training to begin?"

Ash stood silent but spoke a few moments later "Wait, wait, wait. What do you need to even train me for and what even are you guys?"

Kori sighed at the interfering questions, but Kira answered for him "Kori and I are parts of your inner mind and can speak to you when you're both awake and asleep, but you can only see us when you aren't conscious," Ash nodded for her to continue "But, you are fighting to help stop a great evil that will reign terror and panic on this peaceful land and yours."

Before Ash could respond, Kori stepped up and repeated "So, Ash, are you ready to begin your training?" Albeit he said with a little frustration.

Ash nodded "Yes, I'm ready." Kira and Kori nodded in return.

"Now... Let the training Commence!"

Hours passed by as Ash went through training from how to summon his magic to being able to fight with it, and to say Ash was tired out and exhausted was putting it lightly. Pain could be felt everywhere, but luckily for him Kira stepped in "Alright Kori, that's enough. We don't want to kill him on his first day of training now do we?"

Kori nodded "You're right-“

"I'm always right.”

Kori looked to her in deadpan annoyance."That's enough for today, and you did pretty well for your first day." Ash was lying on the dirt and put a thumbs up to let Kori know he was listening. Though his arm and hand were shaking tremendously with exhaustion."Well, it's about time you wake up, don't want to be late for meeting the princesses now do we?"

Ash's eyes shot open in realization "Oh my Gosh! I'm supposed to be meeting the princesses today! I completely forgot, and I need to go wash up!"

Ash felt the world fading and he could hear Kori and Kira say "We'll see you in your next day of training!"

But there was also another tiny message that sounded like it was from Kira "But don't be alarmed when you hear voices in your head that aren't yours!"

That was the last thing Ash heard before he woke up. And right at that moment, Twilight walked into the room and stared at Ash in surprise and slight disgust. "Good morning Ash, um, are you okay? You're sweating. A lot." Ash looked down and saw that he was indeed sweating. Twilight told him they would be heading to meet the princesses, but Ash went and took a quick shower first to clean himself up. Both Twilight and Ash left with Twilight telling spike to watch the library while she was gone. Once everyone was together they got onto the next train. While on the train ride Twilight continued to ask Ash questions about his life back on Earth and his family and friends. In the middle of one of their conversations there was a continuous ring that startled everyone in the cart.

Ash felt that it was coming from his pocket "No way..." he quickly pulled the object out to see that is was his phone, "It survived? How!? This is amazing!" Twilight and her friends continued to stare at the phone in wonderment and curiosity. The phone showed 'Missed Call' on the screen, Ash looked at the contact to see it was from a number he didn't recognize, this caused Ash to look at it in annoyance "Even when I'm in a different world, a telemarketer somehow founds a way to contact me."

Applejack looks at him curiously "What's a telemarketer?"

Ash only sighed "One of the most annoying things to get a call from."

Pinkie Pie rushes into his face "What's that rectangle thingy?"

Ash looked down at said object "This is a phone, it holds all the worlds knowledge and can do a lot of things. Like contact people far away, order and people bring food to you, allows you to listen to music and many more things."

Twilight looked at the object in amazement "What else can it do and how does it function?"

Ash sighed "If I told you that we'd be sitting on this train for hours on end.”

There was creek next to him, Twilight was sitting down with stars in her eyes and a smile that stretched across her whole face, the sight disturbed Ash. Quite a lot. "I've got time."

Ash rolled his eyes and caught sight of Canterlot castle, his jaw dropped at the mere sight of it alone. Twilight caught his expression "Welcome to Canterlot, the capital city of Equestria!" Ash could only mutter a 'Wow', he was truly speechless and doubted anything could beat it.

Ash realized he stood corrected when he actually stepped foot inside the place, they were currently being guided by what Ash assumed was one of the royal guards, he took note that they all looked the same side from the fact that the Pegasus and Unicorn looked different from one another. "It's to keep their identities a secret, for safety reasons when out of the guard." said a voice in his head, Ash soon realized it was Kori!

"Kori!"

There was a light chuckling "We told you, you can hear us when you're conscious, you just can't see us. We're in your head", the guard looked back at Ash, though he could tell he was silently judging him over that stone facade. Scratch that. Ash noticed that everyone he walked pass were stopping just to get a glimpse. All of them soon came upon two large golden doors, the guard opened them leading into the throne room.

"Wow... that’s so cool."

Twilight nodded "The throne room is one of the-"
Ash cut her off "They have mini water fall fountains?" Twilight looked up at him with a deadpan expression. Ash directed his focus away from the fountains and to the two princesses waiting there with a regal presence.

The princesses made their way towards the group and were greeted with bows from the whole party, even if Ash couldn't dress properly he thought he could at least address them with the respect they deserve. The tall white pony spoke with a warm welcoming smile "Greetings to all of you, and thank you for coming all this way."

She was soon encased in a hug by purple arms "Princess!"

The princess met her all they way and returned the hug "Twilight, it's so good to see you again." Ash stood to the side, feeling like a burden on their reunion. When the hug was done, the princesses turned their attention to him and were shocked at his height, he stood eye level with the white princess and only a little bit taller than the blue princess.

The white pony bowed her head "Hello, my name is Princess Celestia.”

Ash bowed his head “My name is Ash Westwind, and it’s a pleasure to meet you.”

Celestia smiled “Likewise, and Twilight mentioned you aren’t from this world. Pray tell, where are you from?”

“I’m from a world called Earth and I live in a country called the United States of America. In that country are 50 states, and one of the states are called North Dakota.”

The blue princess walked up to Ash and introduced herself as Princess Luna. ”That’s the most normal name we’ve encountered here” Ash hummed in agreement. He brought his attention back to the princesses to see a surprised look on both.

Ash looked to them with concern “Was it something I said?”

Celestia shook her head “No, it was more of what you thought.”

”Wait, she can hear us?”

Luna and Celestia giggled “Yes, we can very well hear you.” Twilight and her friends looked at the princesses with confusion.

There was an awkward silence for about a few moments before someone spoke. “So, is anypony gonna say something or are we just gonna stand here?”

This got the princesses attention “Right, back to the matter at hand. We researched about your situation Ash and found this never happened before and there is no spell to help you return home. We are deeply sorry Ash.”

A trickle of a tear fell down Ash’s cheek “So, I won’t ever be able to see my family?” Luna shook her head with dismay.

Ash could only look at the ground, he whispered under his breath “C-Can I please have a moment?” Celestia and Luna nodded in understanding. Celestia gestured everyone out of the throne room, the only sound left were gasps of pain from Ash and the clunk of the throne room doors as the other ponies were leaving the room.

Ash looked to his pocket and pulled out his phone, the top of the screen showed no bars, this caused Ash to let out a big sigh. This information was a lot to take in. Being stuck in completely different world with no way home, you wouldn’t be able to see your friends and family again. But a chance to adjust and start fresh. Ash sighed one more time before he walked out the throne room, everyone was standing there waiting for him.

Ash put on a small smile for their sake, Celestia and Luna knew it was just to cheer them up, “So, what now?”

Celestia walked forward “You may stay in the castle until then, though you’ve shown some theory that you’re not a threat. I will not let the matter slide” Ash understood and smiled.

Twilight and her friends later left and the princesses were showing Ash to where he would be staying. Ash payed close attention to detail to know his way around the place, but to be honest it all looked the same. Ash asked dumbfounded “How do you find your way around this place?”

Luna looked over to him and giggled “Time and memory, it took me some time when I returned.”

Ash eyed her curiously "You 'returned'?" Luna realized her slip and found the walls of the palace far more interesting.

"What was your life on Earth like?" Celestia intervened.

Ash turned his attention to her "Well, I was an engineer and had a pretty big family, heh, my mother always picked on me and my older brother."

"For what?" Luna asked with intrigue.

Ash blushed in embarrassment "Well...let me put it this way. My mother wanted me and my brother to settle down at some point. Whenever me and my brother would visit her she would always ask 'Did you bring anyone else with you?' And she's asked us that more times than if I had four hands." Both the girls giggled, but Ash continued "I've always wanted it to be with someone I love, truly love. Not for looks, fame or fortune. I mean, it look my sister years before she even started dating one of her friends. I guess it runs in the family because the same goes for everyone else in my family." Celestia and Luna were speechless and it stayed that way until they stopped at his room.

"Ew, that was too touchy feely for my tastes"

A slap could be heard inside Ash's head "He was having a moment, have some respect."

"Ash, would you be so kind to join us for dinner?" Ash nodded at Celestia's request.

"I'd be happy to, and mind if I wander around a bit. I'd like to get acquainted with the area."

"Of course you can, we have to return to work anyway." At Luna's permission, he waved bye to the both of them "See you tonight!" Both of them waved back in kind.

Ash was causally walking down a hallway avoiding the stares from the other ponies, he saw across the hall a walking shadow that no pony turned their head to. His curiosity got the better of him. He sped up his movements to follow the mysterious figure. As Ash was following the shadow, he failed to notice the area around him decreasing in light. He came to a dead end and now noticed how dark it got from a few minutes ago. He heard a noise behind him, he turned around and saw a dark human like figure with red eyes and a black body with a dark aura surrounding him.
The figure spoke in a dark raspy voice "Hello Ash Westwind.”

Ash could only stand in slight fear and worry but he stopped it from affecting his voice "How do you know my name?"

The shadow chuckled darkly "I know everything about you. You were born on April 10, 1996, you have one older brother and two younger sisters, their names? Conner Westwind, Emily Westwind, Alexis Westwind but she died by a drunk driver at the age of 17. You used to have a girlfriend name Chloe but she cheated on you while you were on a business trip in London. You were going to tell your family about your relationship you had for a year, two days after she cheated on you, but the event made you never tell them because you thought there was no point." Ash stared at the shadow in horror at the last fact. He's never told anyone that, not even his brother. Ash tried backing away but quickly remembered he was trapped.

The shadow chuckled darkly “You can never run from the shadows Ash, there always there and so am I. Watching. Waiting. Planning.” Then the shadow was gone and the only thing left of him was his evil laugh echoing through the empty halls.

A light touch on his shoulder caused him to jump, expecting to see the shadow, though all he saw was a Pegasus maid with a frightened look from his reaction. Ash looked behind her to see a clear hallway, not like the dark dead end he was in not two minutes ago.

“Um, Sir Ash? Are you alright? The princesses requested to come and find you and bring you to the dining hall in case you lost your way”, Ash nodded absentmindedly, he could only think of what transpired a few moments ago. The maid lead him to the hall in three minutes but to him it felt like hours and his mind was else where.

”Ash? A-Are you alright?” He wasn’t paying attention, his mind wasn’t anywhere for the rest of the following night.

Ash found his way through the gardens, with a book in his hands. He skimmed through pages and pages to see if it had a single detail about Shadow Veil, that’s what he decided to call it.

To anyone else, the sound of wing flaps filled the air, but only silence and emptiness filled Ash’s mind. He heard a sound behind him startling him and transferring him into a defensive stance, but he turned around to find Celestia with startled and surprised expression. She only sighed to herself and spoke under her breath “So my hunch was correct, something’s bothering you Ash”, she tilted her head to be eye level with him, which wasn’t a lot of effort. “Ash, is something troubling you? You’ve been distant all throughout dinner” Ash only looked away. Celestia moved in closer, out of context to anyone near by, they would have gotten the wrong idea. “You can talk to me, I’m your friend.” Her gazed turned to the book in his hand, her horn glowed a golden yellow, snatching the book from his hands. She read over the cover with Ash looking at it in worry. “Does this have anything to do with how you’ve been acting tonight?”

”I have a feeling he had something to do with Alexis, we aren’t going to let the same thing happen with her.”

Kira gave a silent head shake ”If he’s what I think he is then Ash isn’t ready, besides he has the advantage over him.”

Celestia grew more serious “Who is this ‘he’?”

Both Kira and Kori yelled in his head ”Don’t!!” Ash only shook his head and quickly stole the book back, he turned and ran leaving a worried Celestia in his wake.

In the shadows of the bushes stood Shadow Veil, “He made a wise decision but also a stupid one as well.” Shadow Veil faded into the shadows and disappeared like he was never there at all.

Location: Dream Realm

Kori and Kira only looked at Ash in worry but Kori quickly lost it and walked up to Ash and slapped him on the right cheek, Kira looked at Kori in shock, though the slap got Ash back to his senses. "I think we all know who the villain is here, now, we need to get training." Ash followed Kori as a sign of agreement but Kira only watched with serious worry in her eyes. She knows this is unhealthy. Kori knows it is. As well as Ash, but this was the only thing they could do.

Time and training went on but everyone was out of it cause of the thoughts and events that transpired earlier today.
"Why is this much happening so early? Isn't it only the second chapter?"

Be quiet! Let me write my own story, and I'm very aware but this isn't the only thing. Other key points of the story will be coming later.

Celestia was quietly making her way to her chambers thinking about Ash. On her way there she bumped into her sister. Literally. "Sister! You're still awake, I would have thought you'd be asleep by now.”

Luna noticed Celestia's demeanor "Sister? Is something matter?" Celestia knew she shouldn't keep this from Luna.

"Well, I went to go talk with Ash because he looked paranoid during dinner" Luna gestured for her to continue "And when I was going to approach him, the slightest noise set him off, and he looked ready to fight something that wasn't there. He was carrying a book with him that was about the creatures of Equestria. He seemed so eager to take it back when I examined it. Both Kira and Kori refused to let him speak of the matter, referring to him as a 'he'. The next thing I know he grabs the book from my magic and runs off."

Luna stared in anguish at the situation. "Well, there has to be something we can do! One of our only true friends is in current despair and we can't just stand around and pretend like there's nothing there!"

"I agree, but without him opening up about it, then all we can do is hope."

Location: Unknown

A figure in the shadows laughed maniacally "Oh~ This is all just too easy! Soon, Equestria and countless worlds will fall and bow down at my knees", they turned to an army of creatures "Oh and I haven't forgot about your reward if all goes well, and happily for you, you're heading in that direction nicely." A roar of triumph could be heard all throughout the cavern holding hundreds to thousands.

Author's Note

Second chapter, done! I know, a part of the story is at the beginning but there's gonna be more than just one villain. More will come to light in due time. Anyways, hope you dtay tuned for the next to come!

Chapter Three

Ash was walking around the halls to get his mind off things because of the affect it was having on him, he bumped into someone, thinking it was Celestia because of the white fur and horn the figure had. But, he didn’t remember her being short. At all. “Oh, sorry Sunshine, I didn’t mean.. to bump… into you?” He looked down and saw it was absolutely NOT Celestia, but a white unicorn with blonde hair.

The unicorn looked at Ash in disgust “Sunshine? Who are you and, even,what are you?” Ash only stood feeling embarrassed about mistaking him for someone else but also felt awkward because of how he was acting for no reason.

“My name is Ash and I’m a human.”

The unicorn looked him up and down “An ugly thing you are”, Ash looked down at him with slightly widened eyes.

“Excuse me?” The unicorn looked up at him.

“You are excused, but you know what, I’m just going to leave myself. You’re probably too incompetent to understand me.”

Before Ash could say anything the white unicorn sauntered off down the hall and around the corner. Ash couldn’t just follow him, he had a lunch with the princesses to get to, even if he wanted to at least restore his honor. He continued his trip to the dining halls. The princesses were sitting there waiting for him but Ash still had a light scowl on his face that Luna noticed “What is the matter dear friend?”

Ash turned to Luna with a kind and understanding smile “I’m very aware that you are an intelligent species and you’re very own people. But for the sake of my venting.” Celestia moved closer, intrigued but worried.

“I was just rudely insulted by an animal for accidentally bumping into him!”

Neither of them took offense to the animal comment, taking where he’s from into consideration but Celestia still looked irritated either way “Who did you bump into?”

Ash shook his head “I never caught his name but he was a white unicorn with blonde hair”, Luna let out an exasperated sigh with Celestia having an apologetic look.

“I’m sorry Ash, that’s our nephew Prince Blueblood.”

Ash looked on in shock “You’re related to that guy!? I, personally, find that really hard to believe. Him, Blueblood, is related to the kind, sweet and understanding sisters and rulers of this land.” Luna smiled at his words as well as Celestia but with a light blush to her cheeks.

As if on cue, Blueblood comes prancing through the dining hall doors with an outraged expression “Aunties, I just came across one of the most horrible of things. This disgusting monkey thing bumped into me, me?! And he didn’t address me as I should have been and it was the ugliest of things I’ve ever come across.”

Ash wasn’t going to stand for this, “Have you looked in a mirror lately, your hair looks like melted banana ice cream on a styrofoam box with a white tube in it!” The princesses tried to hold their laughter back but some chuckles escaped.

Blueblood turned to him with a shocked and very red face. “How dare-“

Ash cut him off “You think you can just meet me for two minutes and act like I’m the shittiest thing in the world!? Well you got another thing comin!”

Blueblood turned to the sisters for help but Celestia only shook her head “He has a point Blueblood, how you approached him was rude and unjust.” Blueblood’s mouth laid agape. Luna told him the same thing, this leading Blueblood to let out a huff of air and storm out of the room. Once the doors were closed, Luna and Celestia burst out laughing.

Ash stood in triumph “It’s people like him who need to be put in their place.”

The day went on normally after the incident and Ash was feeling a lot more happy than the last couple of days, he was walking through the gardens when he heard the sound of wood slamming against each other in the distance. Ash turned the corner of a stone wall, and saw multiple ponies sparring and sword fighting with each other. He only watched for about five seconds when he heard a voice behind him “Aren’t you the human the princesses mentioned?”

Ash turned around to find a teal Pegasus with a grey mane. Ash couldn’t get a word in when the Pegasus spoke again “Sorry, if I startled you, my name’s Steel Wind”, Steel Wind put out his hand for a shake to which Ash returned.

“Ash.” A loud shout came from the sparring area but was getting closer with each hoofstep.

“Soldier! Now is not the time to socialize with ponies,” the pony took one look at Ash and stepped back just to speak to his face “Oh, you must be Ash. I’m Captain Shining Armor, pleasure to meet you.”

“Likewise, you must be the one to train the guard.”

Shining Armor smirked “Why not try and take on one of my guards, see what stuff you’re made of.”

Ash returned the gesture with a look of determination “Alright, I’ll take on that challenge.”

Shining lead his over to the training grounds and yelled “Private River Dust!”

A few moments later came a navy blue unicorn with a white mane. “Yes, Shining Sir!” River Dust gave Shining a hard salute.

“You, are gonna be sparring Ash here.”

The unicorn and human looked at each other and thought “Well, this is unfair”, though both thought that with two different reasons. River Dust gave a firm nod, Ash tried not to show his nervous and thankfully for him he was hiding it relatively well.

“I can’t hit a girl though, that goes against my parents teaching me to respect women!”

”Why not just go easy on her?”

”Yeah, but if he does that, she’ll kick his ass! She has magic for crying out loud!”

”Yeah but so does Ash.”

Kira yelled at Kori in frustration ”He’s not the best at controlling it! He almost blazed your head trying remember!” Ash soon stood in a small field with River Dust on the other end with a teal aura glowing around her horn.

Shining walked in the middle of the two “Rules are the first one to back down or can no longer fight loses, and I don’t want any fatal injuries, got it?” Ash and River nodded, Shining teleported off the fighting grounds and blew a whistle signaling the start of the fight.

River Dust’s horn glowed and a fireball was summoned. The fireball was directed at Ash’s right leg to which he easily dodged and let out a huff of air. “Smart girl.” River Dust teleports over to him and bucks him in the stomach sending Ash flying. He lands on his back and raises his head to see the unicorn charge towards him. She goes for another fire ball and hits him directly on his chest, Ash let’s put a pained groan but proceeds to stand to his full height. So far, he hasn’t landed a single hit, but thats gonna change. Ash charges and lands a roundhouse kick to her side which leads her slumping, River Dust is quickly knocked to the ground after Ash pulls a low sweep. Ash runs to the unicorn to land another hit but River Dust surprisingly shoots up one of her hind legs high enough to where it hits him square in the jaw making Ash stumble from the impact. A crash of lighting is heard as well as a yowl of pain. The thunder attacked his left leg leaving it temporarily paralyzed. River Dust goes to jump on him to land a punch but he uses it as leverage and launches her backwards of him. Like in that scene from the Lion King when Simba defeats Scar by launching him into the fire.

Before the fight could continue any further, Shining blew his whistle, telling them to stop. River Dust easily jogged back to the captain while Ash had a little bit of trouble, considering his leg. A blue glow encased his body and saw River Dust levitating him over them. Shining looked him dead in the eye “If you ever think about it, come to my office at 4:00, you have a lot of potential rookie, I can feel it.” Ash smiled with small pride, Shining turned to River Dust “Get him to the beds, let him rest off the paralysis and get the burn treated.” River Dust nodded and walked off with Ash still being held by magic.

“Your tough, that was a rank 4 Fireball and still came standing”, Ash returned the complement.

Another voice broke into the conversation “That fight was great!” Both of their heads turned to see Steel Wind running next to them.

River spoke in a tone of annoyance “You shouldn’t be here Private, if the captain catches you off duty then there’s going to be a price to pay.”

Steel Wind waved his wing dismissively “I’ll just say I went against his orders with good intentions.” River shook her head.

As they were rounding a corner they ran into Celestia, she turned and greeted the soldiers with a bow but gasped when she saw Ash “What happened?” Celestia began to chastise Ash about what happened to him when Steel Wind quickly coughed to catch her majesties attention.

"Permission to speak your majesty?" Permission was given and he continued "He, came across Captain Shining Armor, and the captain requested him to spar with Private River Dust", said pony bows her head, Steel went on "The human-"

"Ash.”

"Ash agreed to the Captain's request, but paralyzed his left leg and left a fire burn on his mid chest. River Dust was then asked to take him to the infirmary to treat them."

Celestia nodded,"I will carry out the rest of Shining Armor’s orders for you both, now return back to your duties", both bowed before leaving Ash with the princess, who took him in her own magical aura. "Ash, you must be more careful. I don't know what I'd do if you got seriously hurt", Ash tried waving his hand off, but because magic.

"It's just a burn, the paralysis will wear off.”

Celestia huffed "You still got hurt."

Ash taunted in a baby voice "Aw, the princess cares about me!"

Celestia looked away before turning to face him again "I care about all my little ponies."

The banter only continued with the two as Celestia took him to the nurse's room.

As Celestia was leaving the hospital room she could hear Kori "Captain Armor can sense it.”

Kira shared his worry "Then, were going to have to mask it, he isn't ready yet and its unstable even if he's learning how to use them correctly."

Celestia knew she should ask about it, but this didn't seem like her business but she could also feel it was important. "Ash isn't ready for what?" she asked sounding innocent but it covered up how she was really feeling, she could hear the two in his head come up with a valid excuse but couldn't think of one she'd buy. Ash only turned his head away, the action left a look of hurt in Celestia's eyes but she quickly shook out the emotion and quietly left the room.

The burn was treated and he could walk on his left leg again, so Ash took the opportunity to get some fresh air. As he was walking through a field next to the palace walls he heard the sound of wing flaps behind him. He turned around to see Luna flying down towards, he smiled to her in a greeting "Hello dear Ash, Celestia told me about the sparring incident, are you alright?" Ash replied with the a 'yes', Luna then grew serious "You still must be careful, you're lucky that the only thing bad was a burn to the chest. It could have been much worse if you were more careless."

"The Captain asked me", Luna shook her head.

“Yet, you agreed to the request." Ash was going to say something but shut his mouth thinking better of it. Ending the discussion Ash looked up at the sky and wondered at the beauty above him. It was equivalent to multiple diamonds sparkling in the deadest of black, and the moon only added to the beauty.

Luna brought her gaze to what he was staring at and lightly smiled. "D-Do you like it?" she asked with a shaky voice, everypony never really took notice of her night skies and slept through it all. Ash looked back and saw she waited for his answer with anticipated breath.

"Like it?" Luna's expression started to break but was quickly brought into a bright smile when Ash walked over to her, looked her dead in the eyes, and finished "I love it! The night sky is beautiful!"

"Thank you, I always try my hardest to make it look stunning.”

Ash took a look of surprise "You made this?"

Luna giggled at his reaction "I mean, I am the Princess of the Night, this is one of my duties, it's to create the night sky."

Ash looked on at the sky with admiration "Well, you do a fantastic job Lulu", Luna blushed slightly at the name and compliment but the smile was soon brought to a frown.

"I just wish that everypony else thought the same." Ash saw the frown and thought,

"Now, that won't do."

Luna soon felt that her hooves weren't touching the grass anymore and looked down to see Ash holding her in his arms with a big smile on his face "Then they don't know what they're missing!"

Luna laughed lightly and gave him a hug “Thank you Ash.”

Two weeks have officially passed since Ash has arrived in Equestria and luckily for Ash, he hasn’t had a single nightmare with Shadow Veil appearing or seeing him in the shadows. Though his last words still left him a little paranoid. “I’ll be waiting. Watching. Planning.”

But, thinking about that wasn’t going to get him down, Celestia had asked him if he would like to join her for day court today. She said it would help her pass the time more. He agreed, of course, and was currently making his way to the throne room. Another thing that’s made him happier was a few new friends he’s made when he agreed to Shining’s request of joining the guard. He’s become closer with Steel Wind and River Dust as well a few others. There was Gold Streak, he was a dusty brown colored unicorn with a gold colored mane, Cosmo Wave, she was a bat pony that Ash befriended from the night guard, she was a cerulean blue with a light purple mane, and then there was Cookie Dough, she looked exactly like her name implied. But don’t let her name fool you, she was far more of one of the serious friends out of the group. Her coat was the color of the cookie dough itself while her hair was the color of chocolate.

He honestly couldn’t ask for better friends and they really helped him make it through guard training when it got real tough.

Anyways back to the present, he made it to the throne room and opened it to see Celestia waiting there for him on the throne. She smiled when she saw him come in and greeted him and asked how his day was going so far. “Just reflection that’s all.”

Celestia raised a brow “About what?” Ash waved his hand and sat down on step just below the throne.

“Just about my friends.”

Celestia smiled “What about them?”

“Well, they’ve helped me with guard training for one when it got difficult and be there for me. But, of course,” Ash stood up to face Celestia “I have you and Lulu to thank the most.” Ash didn’t let her speak and embraced her in a strong hug. She was motionless for a second before wrapping her arms around him.

The both of them pulled away and Day Court was finally commenced. Ash stood off to the side as each pony came in and told Celestia about their issues, helping her everyone once and while. The next pony that came in gave Ash a troubling vibe, but he didn’t show it.

The pony bowed and addressed himself as Copper Cavern, doesn’t sound like a name for a rich pony. “Your majesty I request that you take down half of the Rose Orphanage because the founders built it on my property.”

Ash looked at this stallion with shock and absolute disgust “Did this bitch just ask what I think he asked? What the Fuck?!?”

Celestia shook her head “I can’t do the Sir Copper Cavern, that orphanage was bought specifically to be on private property so nopony can try and demolish it. And the orphanage has crossed onto your property because of the overflowing of the resident fillies and colts, so the building continues to build and expand to fill all of the little ponies. Other, orphanages can’t afford to expand.”

Copper Cavern retorted “Is there a way where they can move it?”

Celestia shook her head “Currently there isn’t a land right now that can fit.”

Ash logically advised “For that to work, the mountain would have to be broken but the process for that is hazardous for the whole city and would take too much time, what establishment do possess of wanting to go through with this action?”

Copper Cavern scoffed “I’m the owner of Copper Bar.”

On the inside Ash had a total deadpan expression with a bit of cursing. This guy, wants to take away half of a huge orphanage for a bar that has a little bit of its property taken? ”Someone remind me to never go there.”

Ash is brought back to the real world and sees Copper Cavern arguing with Celestia who was continuing to reason with him of why his offer was something that shouldn’t be done. “Please understand what I’m doing is for the best of my ponies and the little foals, I can get a letter sent to the founders to stop building on your property, but you must see that destroying the orphanage isn’t the best course of action.”

What Copper said next made something snap inside Ash “Then maybe the best course of action is to get a different princess who will help her ponies. If I recall, aren’t you the same princess who banished her own sister to-“

SLAP

A loud resounding slap echoed throughout the throne with gasps from inside and outside the throne room.

Let me give you an insight, Ash was never much of a violent person unless it was needed to be done. So, if his family could see how mad he was now, they would be backing out of the room. Ash spoke to the perpetrator with a voice of malice in a low whisper “Listen here? You snobby ass horse, Celestia is a great princess for starters and is trying to come up with a compromise that will be to both of your selfish ass and the founders of the orphanages liking. But, she is also a sweet, kind and intelligent women who is only looking out for her ponies, including bitches like you. So, you can take her offer and leave, or you can stay while you continue to humiliate yourself. And another thing buster, you are never, and I mean never, going to disrespect and shame her like that ever again. Do. You. Understand?” The pony nodded obediently and left the throne room, with his tail between his legs.

Ash lost the malice and turned to face Celestia with a look of care and worry, like a mother taking care of their hurt child. “Are you okay?” Celestia stared at Ash with a frozen expression. She slowly nodded and called off Day Court for the rest of the day.

Ash turned to hear clopping feet next to him as Celestia walked out of the room, he found Gold Streak and Steel Wind with agape mouthes. “Dude! What was that?!”

Ash thought it over and shook his head at Gold Streak “I-I don’t know myself or where that hostility came from.”

Steel Wind broke in “Well, where ever it came from, you stood up for Princess Celestia and that ought to earn you some respect not just from the guard but also knocking the nobles down a peg, the stallion deserved it. The banishment of her sister is a sensitive topic and you don’t have to be in the guard to know that.”

Ash sighed hoping Celestia was okay. Gold Streak noticed his dad expression and slapped his back “Tell you what? Why don’t we grab the group and go out for drinks to tonight? We’ll have to wait till night though, the others still have their shifts as well as us, and Cosmo Wave.”

Ash smiled “That sounds like a good idea, maybe it could help me think a bit” Ash thought that thought over again thinking it didn’t make much sense.

Thump Thump

The resounding of what ponies call a heartbeat could be heard beating inside the princesses chest. If others could hear they would be asking if she needed medical attention.

Thump Thump

Celestia’s mind was running a mile minute at the mere thought of him. His voice when he stood up to the stallion when he didn’t have to, his touch, his strong grip he had on her when he wrapped his arms around her, his caring nature when he asked if she was okay.

Thump Thump

It was wrong. She was his friend and she was a princess. It’s forbidden, and oh did it make it the sweeter to do it. But she was to court a pony of high stature even though she would out live them. But he wasn’t a pony, and not even from this world.

Thump Thump

She needed to be alone and away from him to think this over.

Ash was walking with his friends down one of the busy Canterlot roads, he looked up at the sky and saw everyone turning a blind eye to it, Ash muttered “Man, they really don’t know what view they’re missing out on.”

Cosmo Wave turned to him “Missing out on what?” Ash pointed up at the sky to gesture to the stars and moon. Cosmo made an ‘oh’ with her mouth, a sad sigh escaped “Truly, Princess Luna works endlessly to make it noticeable and pretty, but the pony population just ignore it.”

The others joined in on the moment feeling sympathy for the Lunar Princess.

Ash turned to Cookie Dough and asked “So, what bar are we going to anyway?” She pointed to the building in front of her and it read…Oh, just great. The illuminated sign said ‘Copper Bar’. Both Gold Streak and Steel Wind cringed and turned to see Ash with a slight frown.

Gold Streak whispered to River Dust “I guess she didn’t get the memo about what happened at Day Court.” She slowly nodded.

The group walked in the bar and were greeted by the manager, he heard the door open “Welcome to the-“ he paused in his sentence when he saw Ash. Copper Cavern visibly gulped and suggested the open seats with a shaky voice.

When they sat down Cookie Dough pointed a thumb to Copper and asked “What was that about? Did something happen?”

Steel Wind laid an elbow on the table “To put it in summary. Mr. Cavern disrespected the princess to her face and in front of Ash. It set him and slapped the dude hard, he said something to him and told him to leave. The Princess and him started fighting because he wanted to knock down half of the orphanage next door.”

Cookie stared but burst out laughing and looked at Ash “How hard did you slap him?”

Gold Streak answered for him “The slap was so hard there was an echo of and a large mark on his eat cheek.” Gold turned his attention to Ash “Remind me to never piss you off, damn.”

Cosmo whistled “It spread around quick, everyone in the night guard was talking about it, maybe to the point where it might’ve reached Princess Luna.”

Ash only rolled his eyes. Steel Wind patted Ash’s back and said jokingly “I think it would be better if I went and got the drinks, don’t you think?” Everyone gave a laugh as Steel walked off.

Steel Wind returned with six drinks. All of them downed the drinks and started to talk about random shit going on in their lives. They talked about training in the guard, hobbies they all do, love life (which was non-existent to them), and going on hating the snobby nobles. They were all drunk, but not to the point of where they couldn’t think.

River Dust laughed with her friends and asked “Hearts and Hooves is coming up soon, got any dates?” They all shook their heads.

Cosmo Wave stars with a matter of fact “Remember River, our love lives are non-existent.” River only shrugged.

Ash makes out of what was called a clock and told them we should Al head back to the castle. The ponies agreed and got, though with a little stumble.

They all made it back to the castle alive and wishes each other good night.

Ash was laying in his bed and Kira and Kori were having a silent conversation to where Ash couldn’t hear them.

”He needs to work onto to controlling his emotions and if he doesn’t he’ll get himself killed because of it.”

”I know, know. It’s something we need to work on and don’t worry we will!”

”I’m just worried he’ll accidentally hurt someone he cares about.”

Kori hugged Kira and gave her a determined look”We’ll make it work, I promise. Besides, have I ever let you down?”

Kira laughed ”No.”

Author's Note

That was chapter three, some things happened, Celestia confused about her feelings and all of Ash’s new friends.

Want to take a guess on which element of harmony Ash’s friends possess?

Chapter Four

Ash woke up the next morning feeling a headache coming on, he groaned and tried soothing the pain by rubbing at his temple. He hopped out of bed and went to his bathroom to take a good long shower, because what doesn’t feel better then a nice, hot, long shower.

As he was about to step into the shower, there was a knocking at his door. He groaned and opened the door to see Gold Streak and Steel Wind with excited faces. Ash stared at them questioningly “What’s got you guys so excited?”

Both of them shouted excited “Today’s Nightmare Night!”

Ash looked at them with a weird expression “The heck is that?”

Steel looked like he just went through a whole bag of sugar, by himself. “Wait, no that’s Pinkie Pie.”

“It’s a night wear you dress and get free candy.” Now, that description sounded real familiar.

Ash snapped his fingers “Oh! So it’s like Halloween.” Now they looked at me like I was the weird one. He waved off their expressions “Anyways, what about it?”

Steel Wind flew up and wrapped an arm around Ash “Well, Princess Luna is heading down to Ponyville for tonight and she wants you to join her, and for you she said you could bring two friends.”

Ash stared at both of them “So, you want me to take you two? I don’t know, maybe I should bring Cookie Dough and Cosmo Wave with me, they might enjoy coming with me.”

Gold Steak pouted “You’re mean dude.”

Ash laughed “I can be evil if I want to be. But sure you two can come with me but you’d have to tell the Captain about it first.” Both of them nodded and were started running down the hall to the captain’s office. Ash shook his head with a smile and closed his door, he then realized he left the shower on, “Shit!”

Ash wanted to go their early, to Lina’s understanding, to see Twilight and their friends. It’s been awhile since he’s seen them. Ash saw Twilight walking with Spike and Rarity, so he called out to them “Twilight!” She turned around to see who called her name and lit up when she it was Ash.

“Ash!” She ran towards him and gave him a huge hug “It’s been awhile hasn’t it?” Ash smiled nodded.

“How are the others doing?”

Rarity and Spike caught up with Twilight and both gave him the same exact greeting.

“And who are these two young stallions?” I turned to see my friends she was gesturing to.

“Oh, those are some of my friends I’ve made when I was in the guard. This is Gold Streak and Steel Wind”, when their names were called they raised their hands. The three of them greeted them and introduced themselves. “Oh and perfect that we ran into Rarity, you see we need costumes for Nightmare Night.” She gasped in excitement, grabbed Ash’s hand and began to drag him to her boutique. Their friends not to far behind them.

Ash was currently on a posing stand with only his boxers on because Rarity was taking his measurements. She would make a comment every now and then upsetting Spike for a reason Ash didn’t know of. Ash then decided to call him out on it “You okay Spike, did you have a bad day today?” Spike’s eyes widened and he shook his head. Twilight had a smirk on her face and was laughing lightly.

About five minutes later Rarity yelled ‘done!’ She turned to Ash “Do you have any preferences?” Ash decided to make it easy on the the both of them.

“Just a vampire”, she turned to Gold Streak and Steel Wind, telling them they’re next. Steel Wind went first and during his measurements Ash turned to see Spike with the same maybe even deeper scowl, “Spike, you sure you’re okay?” Spiked faced him and only nodded and turned back to watch the measurements. Ash looked at Rarity and Gold Streak, then to Spike. The motion continued for about six minutes before Ash blurted out “*Gasp* You like-!” Spike slapped his claws on Ash’s mouth with a massive blush. The others stared wide eyed at his outburst.

”Wow, how surprising, a boy figured out about a crush.”

”Boys aren’t hat bad when it comes to-“ Kira quickly cut him off.

”Oh, trust me, they are. Ever heard of a kid named Adrien Agreste?”

The two continued to squabble until Steel Wind was done with his measurements.

They all said good bye to Rarity as she began working on the costumes. And good bye to Twilight and Spike as they still had to continue some chores. Steel Wind turned to him “So, what was that outburst about?”

Ash turned his head and looked back at Spike. “Oh, it was nothing, I thought I felt a spider on me, but I guess I was just imagining things.” Steel seemed content with the answer and didn’t press on it any further, Ash then remembered something “But Gold Streak,” the unicorn in question turned his head “What was with you and Twilight?”

Gold Streak blushed “It, was nothing, all we were doing was talking. That’s all.”

Steel Wind elbowed him “But it sounded like there was a bit of teasing added into the mix, soon Gold Streak and Twilight are gonna be dating.” Gold Streak slapped a hand on his head telling Steel to shut up.

Ash then asked with mischievous smirk “Is that why you wanted to come with me? So you could see Twilight?” Gold Streak turned away with puffed out cheeks. “Twilight is the reason you wanted to come.” Ash saw he was getting too embarrassed “Hey, dude, look at me.” Gold Streak turned to him and Ash knelt down on one knee “It’s great that you like her, and don’t let our teasing change your mind. There’s nothing to be embarrassed about being in love. It’s a natural thing, just, don’t make it weird, got it?” Gold happily smiled and gave him a thanks.

Steel Wind looked at Ash with a slightly opened mouth “Wow, where did that insight come from?”

Ash shook his head “Too many romance novels and movies from my sister and mom. And some of my sister’s boyfriends poems I accidentally came across. I still wish me and my brother could give him an overprotective brother beat down about it.” They all shared a laugh at the memory.

As they were heading down a dirt road Ash hurt the sound of girls fighting. He turned his head to see little girls fighting and three fillies being the ones ridiculed. He turned and made his way towards them. Ash could hear the pink filly saying something about a blank flank.

Ash stopped to the side of them “What’s going on here?” The ponies turn their attention to him and two of them cower at the height of him.

A grey pony spoke with a shakey voice “W-W are y-you?”

Ash answered simply “My name’s Ash and I heard the sound of bullying over hear. So, what seems to be the problem?”

A small yellow pony with red hair in a ponytail stepped up “Them two were makin fun of us cause mah friends and I don’t have our cutiemarks yet.”

Ash knelt down and spoke in a fatherly tone and turned to the two ponies “Now, just because someone is different doesn’t mean you have to make fun of them.”

The grey filly with white hair spoke in a mocking voice “They’re talentless, so why shouldn’t we make fun of them.”

“Well, there’s probably plenty of fillies and colts that don’t have a cutiemark and that doesn’t make you two any different. Both of you didn’t have a cutiemark once.”

The pink pony scoffed and walked away saying ‘whatever’ with her friend behind her.

When the two ponies were away the other three gave a Ash a group hug. “Thank you mister, you didn’t have to do that.”

Ash shook his head “No, one should be bullied just for different from the rest. So, what are y’all’s names?”

The yellow pony let go of the hug “Mah name is Appleboom!”

“I’m Scootaloo,” said an orange pegasus with purple hair.

“And my name is Sweetiebelle!”

Ash greeted them and introduced himself, Applebloom then asked “Aren’t you that one pony my sister was talkin’ about?”

Ash nods and corrects her, saying he’s a human, not a pony. Though, now that Ash has taken a closer look he asks “Are you Applejack’s sister?” She hums in confirmation and turns to Sweetiebelle “And you’re Rarity’s?” Sweetiebelle nods. Ash then asks how they doing to which they say busy but great.

Gold Streak and Steel Wind run up to him. “Dude, you were walking next to us and then you were gone, where’d you go?” Gold Streak huffed out of breath. Ash gestured to the fillies and told them what happened.

Steel Wind wrapped his arm around Ash’s shoulders “How, many times are you gonna defend people? First he princess and now three kids. What’s next? A whole village?”

The girls gasped “You know the princess?”

Steel laughed “Yeah, dude’s close friends with them and he’s in the guard. And word gets around that the Captain has a soft spot for you for someone reason.” Ash only shoved him away.

Applebloom cut in “Anyways, thank you but we have to get back home.” Ash nodded and yelled at them to stay safe as they ran back home.

Gold Streak laughed “Great with kids and you’re compassionate and honest. Dude, how have you’ve not gotten a marefriend yet?”

Nightmare Night has finally begun and ponies were going from door to door asking for candy. Spike was dressed up as a dragon, Pinkie was dressed up as a chicken and Twilight was dressed up as some wizard. Steel Wind dressed up as a werewolf and Gold Streak was dressed up as a normal guard, just with different armor. Not very creative if you ask Ash but hey whatever floats his boat.

Ash was just walking around and having fun with his friends when a large carriage was coming down from the sky. The pony figure was wearing a dark cloak which was soon taken off to reveal Luna. When the cloak was taken off ponies were on the ground shaking with fear. I didn’t mind them and ran over to Luna “Luna, hey!” Luna lightened up when she saw me and gave me a hug.

“Ash, it’s great to see you again! How are you?”

Gold Streak stepped up “Well, in the span of when he walked away from me and Steel for like ten minutes, he’s already ending fights.” Luna asked what happened, to which Ash told them about what happened between the fillies. Luna congratulated him in approval of going about the situation.

Ash wondered why it was so quiet so he turned around to see everyone ran off. This sight saddened Luna. She wished ponies would like her as much as her sister.

Ash snapped his fingers coming up with an idea. And luckily Twilight didn’t run away like the others. Ash talked to Twilight about how they could try and get the ponies to be less afraid of Luna. The others gladly agreed to help.

Snip and Snails were walking through the Everfree Forest with determination and fear. Snip turned to Snails “Are you sure this is a good idea?”

Snails turned to his friend “Think about it, this can make Nightmare Night more exciting, think about the fun things with this plan!”

Snip thought for a second “We can use it as part of our costume to get a lot of candy!” Snails and Snips shared a high five.

So far, their plan was working and more ponies were approaching the princess much to her delight. Ash had his index finger and thumb on his chin in thought, he then turned to Luna “Hey Lulu, have you ever heard of the Northern Lights?”

As Luna’s horn started to glow Ash yelled to get everyone’s attention.

They turned their heads to him and he pointed his finger to the sky to a show a beautiful aurora borealis in the sky leaving everyone awestruck. Ash walked over to Luna and whispered “Would you look at that.” Luna felt a great amount of glee fill up in her chest, she turned and tackled Ash in a Bear hug.

“Thank you Ash.”

Ash rubbed her back “It wasn’t just me, the others helped too.”

They both stayed in that embrace, but they both broke apart when they heard an earth shattering roar, and two colts running through the town. Ash ran up to the two “What’s going on?”

Both of them were shaking “It’s an Ursa Major!” They both then ran off with shrieks and screams.

Ash then muttered while turning around “The fuck is an Ursa- Holy Shit what is that?!” Ash turned around fully to see a cosmic Bear that was as tall as the town hall tower. “That’s an Ursa Major?! And those kids brought it here?! Why!”

”It’s time to put those powers to good use kid! This is what you trained for.”

Ash took action and yelled for everyone to stay as far away from it as possible, he then turned to Twilight “Write a message to Celestia and tell her we’ll need backup!” She nodded and headed to go write it down while also going to search for Spike.

Ash then turned and ran to the town hall tower. Gold Streak looked at him like he was insane but soon followed after him. Steel Wind doing the same. Luna flew off to make sure everypony was out of harms way. While Ash was climbing up the stairs to get to the top Steel Wind flew next to him “Alright so what’s the plan? You got to have some plan right?”

Ash answered without batting him an eye “We fight the thing off and try and keep it away from everyone.”

All three of them made it to the top and saw the giant cosmic Bear tearing off a straw roof.

Ash stored up energy from within and shot it out from his right palm, out came a bolt of lightning that hit the major square on the back making it give a roar of pain. Steel Wind looked at him with surprise “You have magic!?”

Ash shot another bolt of lightning but this time on the bear’s shoulder blade “Fight now talk later! Gold you think you can freeze it’s movements somehow?” Gold Streak nodded and lit up his horn, it worked but it took up a lot of his energy.

Steel Wind saw that Gold had a sword sheath and took out the sword inside to see it be a real sword “You brought a real sword to Nightmare Night?” Huh, I guess the costume isn’t completely weird.

Steel took the opportunity and took a swing at the bear, he landed a hit on its forearm leaving a large cut, but the cut soon healed itself.

Ash only sighed, ”Great, it’s one of those monsters, meaning we need to go for magical attacks.” Ash then yelled to Steel Wind “Steel, get back over here!” Right as heard me finish the Ursa Major landed a hit on him, sending him flying into a building wall. “STEEL!!”

Celestia was currently signing papers when a scroll appeared in front of her:

Dear Princess Celestia,

Ponyville is currently being attacked by an Ursa Major. Ash asked of me to send this letter to you so you may send help. Ash and his friends are currently fighting the Ursa Major to keep it at bay. Please come as quick as you can.

Your Faithful Student,
Twilight Sparkle

The news made her freeze in fear. Ash is fighting an Ursa Major?! He’ll get himself killed!

Celestia quickly got up from her seat and ran to Captain Shining Armor at rapid speed. The guards and maids were curious and worried to know what had their calm and collected Princess so hasty.

Ash summoned a fireball and directed at its head. The Bear swatted it away but still burned itself in the process. Ash was charging up another electrical attack but the monster took the opening and crashed its claws into Ash leaving a huge gash on his chest as well as crashing him into a wall. Gold Streak ran up to him with worry and horror “Ash!” Gold Streak stumbled when he saw the gash “Sweet Celestia!”

Ash gripped his chest in grave pain, but stood up anyway. Gold Streak grabbed his should halting him to a stop “Ash, stop, you have to have that healed, you can’t go back out there. If you do it’s suicide!”

Ash grunted “I have to protect these ponies from harm.”

Gold Streak shook his head “But that doesn’t mean killing yourself!”

Ash snapped his fingers and the would was covered with bandages and jokingly said “Tell my story Gold.” And ran off back to fight it.

Gold yelled in outrage “Ash! This isn’t funny, come back!’ Ash was already sending fireballs at the monster and thunderbolts.

Ash coursed up more energy but this time shot ice down at the bears lower feet freezing them on the spot. Ash backed up and coursed power through his whole being and shot a massive beam at the bears chest leaving a giant hole in its wake. The Bear collapsed and grabbed its chest in pain. At that moment Ash slumped down to his knees in exhaustion and pain.

Gold Streak ran over to him while Steel Wind lousily flew to him with Luna who had a great amount of concern on her face. “The other ponies are safe except one, and that one is laying right in front of me. If I can remember, you said humans didn’t have any magic.” Ash only groaned and grunted.

As Luna was carrying Ash away there was a large thumping coming from behind them. They turned around and saw an even larger Ursa Major, Ash had enough energy to say “What is that? An Ursa Colossal?”

Luna shook her head “That’s an Ursa Major.”

The creature walked to the smaller one and sniffed it.

Ash shook his head “Don’t tell me that…?” The real Ursa Major let out a loud and enraged roar. The Bear went to land a killing blow on the group but Luna quickly teleported them away just in time.

Gold Streak looked to Luna “What do we do now Princess?”

“The smart thing to do is wait for-“

Ash interrupted her “We go for the star on its forehead, when I was fighting the smaller one, it would always look more affected when the Star would get hit.”

Luna turned to face Ash “We need to wait for Tia! We’ll be better with numbers!”

“That thing could seriously hurt someone or worse, it needs to be dealt with now!”

The two continued to argue until Steel Wind yelled “Now, isn’t the time to fight with each other!!”

Ash nodded “I agree, so I’m going to stop it from hurting anyone while you guys can stay here and wait.”

He ran off before they could retort, the only thing Ash could hear were the fading shouts as he ran farther and farther away.

Luna huffed “That is the second most stubborn creature I’ve ever met.”

Ash continued to dodge each of the creatures attacks and landed a few of his own. He was welling up more energy for an ice attack when he didn’t see a surprise attack coming to hit him. But before he could feel the pain of the blow he felt himself being shoved out of the way. He turned to see it was Celestia who took his place. And for Ash, time slowed.

Celestia was hit instead.

Ash ran over and quickly picked up Celestia and carried her somewhere safe. He gently set her down on the ground and he tried thinking of something else other than Celestia’s blood dripping and falling to the ground. She was gasping for air and Ash knew he quickly had to do something.

There was a new feeling he felt and it warmed and burned him. He leaned closer to her and placed his forehead on hers, being mindful of her horn, and let the energy flow through him to her. As the warmth continued her breathing became much more even. The warmth seeped into her wound, healing them.

“Celestia, are you okay?” Ash asked with worry radiating off of him.

Celestia groaned “I’ve *Grunt* been better.” Ash told her to stay where she was but she quickly grabbed his hand “Ash don’t.”

Ash was filled with a sincere feeling he couldn’t quite place. “That creature hurt you, I can’t just sit around and do nothing about it.” He set her hand back down, “But I’ll be back Sunshine.”

Ash ran out of the alley with newfound rage “Hey Bitch! Turn your fat ass around!”

The creature looked behind her and had a face of rage. The Bear let out a roar and raised its paw to strike at him, as the paw grew closer to him he didn’t move an inch. He could hear Celestia yell out to him “Ash!”

And when the paw crashed onto him, he put up his hands to stops its motion. The paw continued to push down but remembering what the creature did to Celestia, his eyes burned with fury and that emotion went to his hands. Because the fury was so strong the simple flame felt like boiling lava, burning the bears paw tremendously.

The Bear backed away from him because of the heat, but Ash took that as his opening. He formed up a large ice shard in the shape of a spear. He directed the spear at the Ursa Major’s forehead and threw it, landing a bullseye.

The Bear yelled out in agony and stumbled back, it’s energy was draining as fast as it’s life was fading.

Then, the Ursa Major dropped onto its knees and began falling forward, directly towards Ash. Ash quickly teleported to him and grabbed him before teleporting away right as the Bear finally hit the ground.

The royal guards started to take away the bears and were thankful they didn’t cause to much damage to the town, they really didn’t want to have to clean up a huge mess this late at night.

A yellow glow can be seen from the same alleyway Ash came out from. Celestia and Ash were teleported into a rather… compromising position. Celestia had her back against the wall and Ash was leaning against her with his hands before her head, making it look like he was pinning her to the wall. The both of them looked each other in the eyes with mad blushes on their faces. Celestia could feel his hot breathes hitting her face and the sweat from the battles he fought was not helping her at all. And she only just realized that she loved him, no matter how wrong it was. But she didn’t even know if he felt the same way.

Even if she wanted to stay in this position, she had to push him away so no one else would come and find them like this. She awkwardly coughed making him come back to reality. He shook his head and backed away “Sorry, I wasn’t expecting that so…”

Celestia looked at the ground “Thank you.” Ash looked at her curiously, she answered his question “For healing me, and I thought you said humans couldn’t do magic?”

Ash chuckled “You know Kori and Kira, so they’ve been teaching me how to use magic.” Celestia nodded for now but was going to ask about it later.

Luna then came into the alley and tackled Celestia “Tia! You’re okay!” Celestia hugged her sister and back smiled at Ash. Luna turned around and banged Ash on the top of his head “Damnit Ash!”, but then she embraced him in a strong hug, the hug became too strong and he was repeatedly saying ‘ow’ over and over again. Luna let go and apologized and removed his shirt, Celestia saw the bandages and slowly walked up to him and touched his chest.

“What happened?” Luna told her how he was fighting the Ursa Minor, and how it landed a strong hit on him. And Celestia gasped when she saw the claw marks. Luna lit up her horn and slowly began to heal the marks, but when she was done though she healed the wounds it still left a scar.

Captain Shining ran up to them and told them the Ursas have been disposed of. They both nodded and rounded up the royal guard.

Ash was taken back to his room and as he was lying on his bed, there was a knock on the door. “Come in.”

Celestia entered the room and Ash sat up on the bed. Celestia closed the door behind and sat down on the edge of the bed “I came to talk to you about the magic thing.”

Ash nodded “What do you want to know?”

“Well, you mentioned how you were trained to use your magic.”

Ash understood “When I came here, I met Kira and Kori in my sleep and they told me they were going to train me on how to use my powers and teach me how to summon them. But they also said I would be going through some changes. Heh, looks like I’m gonna go through magical puberty”, this got a laugh out of Celestia.

Celestia stopped laughing after a bit and asked “What kind of changes?”

“Well, my emotions and feelings would be going haywire and they said I would start to grow wings at some point. To make it easier for battle when using my powers but I don’t know how I feel about growing a completely new body part.”

Celestia moved closer “Well, no matter what changes me and Luna are going to love you all the same.”

Ash gave a soft a smile, then a small chuckle “Thanks Sunshine.” Celestia blushed at the nickname.

The both of them talked for a little while longer before Celestia wished him good a night and left. As Ash was sleeping Kira and Kori were having another private conversation.

”It’s already happening. And I have a feeling she’s going to be the key to fully unlock it.”

Kori nodded in agreement.

Author's Note

Yay! More drama, and Celestia and Ash’s relationship is really going somewhere, but where. And how is Ash’s powers going to affect him. Stay tuned to know more, and bye have a good day!

Chapter Five

Saturday:

“So what do you think, Darling?”

Ash looked in the mirror and examined the outfit with a keen eye, making sure nothing was out of place. And when he eyed it over six more times he turned to Rarity with a smile “It feels great Rarity, thanks!” She smiled with pride and levitated the other clothes that she made for Ash, next to him.

Ash picked up the clothes, or most of them at least and turned to Rarity with a sheepish grin “Um, Rares, you think you could teleport these to my room for me?” She nodded as her horn began to glow a blue color.

She teleported his clothes away to which he gratefully thanked her for and waved her good bye after asking if he needed to pay. She said it was free and that she was happy to try something of a new style.

He left the boutique and started to make his way towards Sweet Apple Acres, he promised Applejack that he would help her with her chores after he finished his stop at Rarity’s Boutique.

He greeted the many ponies passing by as he made his way to the farm and stopped to pay the Crusaders a visit while they were hanging about outside. They appreciated the gesture and each gave him a hug on the leg, and to Ash the sight was adorable because of how small they were. It was also the end of the school day so he took Applebloom with him. During their walk, Ash picked Applebloom and set her on his shoulders to which she commented “So this is what tall ponies see.” The comment made him laugh.

They soon made it to the farm to see Applejack bucking trees and Big Mac moving multiple barrels onto a cart. Applebloom shouted out to both of them “Hey sis, hey big brother!” Both of them stopped and turned to see Applebloom resting on my shoulders.

Applejack walked over to them, wiping sweat from her brow as she did so. “Howdy Sugarcube, ready to get dirty?” Ash rolled up his sleeves to his elbows and rubbed his hands together. Applejack took that as a yes and waved a hand for him to follow. He set Applebloom on her feet and went after Applejack.

So, Ash doesn’t have hooves, this was common knowledge. Meaning, he can’t buck the trees, so he came up with an easier but time consuming method.

Ash gripped a branch and began to climb the tree itself and began to shake the branch to make the apples fall, but not break the branch itself.

The process was repeated for multiple trees, but because of his endurance, he got through a lot of trees. And by the time he was done, there was so much sweat on his shirt that it was clinging to his body.

He climbed down the current tree he was on and walked over to join the others next to a container of water. He looked over to see that the sun was beginning to set. He said good bye to Applejack and Big Mac, but he went and ruffled Applebloom’s hair first saying “Later kiddo.” She playfully pouted but waved goodbye to him as he walked off.

He was staying at Twilight’s place for the weekend so when he walked through the door to find almost all of Twilight’s friends on the floor next to her, he didn’t know why he was confused. Twilight mentioned a sleepover before he left for Rarity’s and this was her house anyways.

All of them turned their heads to the door and found a sweat drenched Ash. All of their reactions were different but also the same. Twilight and Fluttershy both had massive blushes on their faces, but both of them averted their eyes away from him. Pinkie Pie only continued to stare at him with no emotion, Rainbow Dash had a blush on her cheeks but scoffed and looked away. And Rarity, well, Rarity was eyeing him like candy. And Spike had a happy grin on his face “Hey Ash!” Ash waved back to him and told Twilight he was going to turn in.

She nodded and turned her attention to her friends. Ash only looked at them curiously as he was walking up the stairs “Wonder what that was all about?” The sound of a palm slapping a forehead could be heard inside Ash’s head.

Sunday:

Ash was rounding up the rogue animals that were currently trying to get more playtime, but as Fluttershy had told him, the animals needed to be put to bed for a nap at 3:00. The animals were starting to get to him, but he had one last resort that might work for him. When he was home, it always worked for his mother so it might work for him, but these were all animals and there were about over 20 of them. Still, he thought, I have to try.

He tried getting the soft melody in his head to sing the right words.

Wise men say, only fools rush in.

But, I can't help falling in love with you.

At the sound of the singing, some of the animals began to calm down a bit.

Shall I stay.

Would it be a sin?

If I can't help, falling in love with you.

Like a river flows. Surely to the sea, darling so it goes, somethings are meant to be.

Take my hand, take my whole life, too.

For I can't can't help, falling in love with you.

Like a river flows. Surely to the sea, darling so it goes, somethings are meant to be.

Take my hand, take my whole life too.

For I can't help, falling in love with you.

For I can't help, falling in love with you.

When Ash stopped singing, he noticed all the animals were fast asleep, he smiled and quietly thanked his mother. He turned around to see Fluttershy with wide eyes and a slight blush on her face. Ash's face went red with embarrassment, he quickly and quietly told Fluttershy that he would be leaving. He made his out the door being mindful as to not slam it. Ash then began to berate himself, he should have heard the door open, but he was too caught up in memory lane to hear her come in.

That was also the first time anyone had ever heard him sing too.

Ash was just relaxing at Twilight's reading a book with this character called 'Daring Do', and by the books Ash had read, this one wasn't the best, but it also wasn't terrible either. So for Ash's standards, it was in the middle. At least it had an interesting plot.

Ash then heard the sound of glass breaking from upstairs. This alarmed Ash because Twilight was helping Fluttershy with something and Spike was hanging out with Rarity, but to who and what is was was answered as Ash saw Shadow Veil appear in front of him.

Both Kori and Kira screamed while Ash dropped the book and jumped into a defensive stance. "Oh! I'm sorry, I didn't mean to frighten you." Ash was beyond confused.

"You're sorry?" Shadow Veil's voice sounded different. A lot different.

"Yeah, I didn't mean to break your vase upstairs, oh and sorry for scaring you?"

Ash cautiously lost the fighting stance "Who even are you?"

The shadow laughed "Sorry, where are my manners. My name is Artemis." Another shadow appeared next to Artemis with a scowl.

"Artemis, the tatarus are you doing? This is specifically why father wanted me to do this. You don't apologize to your victim, or tell them your name!"

The shadow then turned to Ash and smiled "Oh, I see we meet again Westwind." Ash's eyes widened and now started to slowly back away. Shadow pointed to Ash "See, this is what I'm training you to do. To bring fear to your victims!"

Artemis only pouted "But, that's mean Orion, I don't want to do that."

"Wait, Orion?"

"Don't say my name! Idiot!"

"You're real name is Orion?"

"Shit! He's knows of our identities, we need to dispose of him before he tells anyone else."

Orion, changed himself into a shadow demon and charged at Ash. Out of nowhere, Ash summoned a shield with the image of a sun on it. Orion saw the image and stopped dead in his tracks and gasped "H-He..."

Artemis finished for him "He's the chosen one." Artemis then formed a knee from his black smoke and dropped onto it, bowing to Ash. He turned his gaze to Orion who did the same motion. If Ash was confused before, then he was insanely confused now. Orion, who tried to kill him and haunted him for the first days he got here, was kneeling down before him like a knight would to a princess or king.

Ash shook his head "Can I get an explanation here?"

Artemis nodded then stepped forward "We were told of a creature coming into the world of Equestria. He was to become the Sun Mage who would end the grave danger that's threatening not just Equestria but multiple universes. It said it was a creature never before seen in this land. The Sun Mage was to be trained to defeat the threat that would engrave life as we know it and only he would be the one to kill and slay the danger." Artemis's eyes were then directed at Orion "But, even after all those descriptions, someone decided to haunt him and try and kill him." Orion looked at the ground with a visible blush on his face.

Ash wanted to have this clarified "So, are you evil?" Both of them shook their head, though Orion's was more hesitant than Artemis. "So what were you two doing here anyway?"

Orion sighed "Well, I was trying to teach Artemis to be more useful, because back home he's a coward, but I'm trying to toughen him up."

Ash shook his head "Well, you're going about it the wrong way, you can't just force him, where's that going to get him?"

Orion pondered his words "So, you're saying I need to be all compassionate and supportive and junk?" Ash gave him a firm nod. Orion groaned and grabbed Artemis and disappeared in a puff of smoke, flying out the tree house window. But about a second later Orion came back from the same puff of smoke and snapped his fingers with a laugh.

"You can count this as an apology Ash!" And then he was gone again. Ash didn’t trust Orion yet considering their history, so when tried to stand up, he lost his balance and fell backwards. Ash rubbed his head and stared wide eyed at his feet, well, he didn’t have feet anymore, he had hooves. Ash knew walking was futile so he decided to crawl upstairs and to the bathroom he uses.

He finally reached the upstairs bathroom after an awkward trench up the stairs. He put his hands on the counter and lifted himself up and froze when he saw what was in the reflection.

”ORION!!!”

The house rattled at his shout and he quickly slapped his hands over his mouth realizing he just used the Royal Canterlot voice. Twilight then burst through the door downstairs “Ash, are you okay!?”

Ash shook his head “I don’t know what to think anymore.” Ash stared in the mirror and saw himself as an Alicorn with long caramel hair and cream colored fur. Ash yelled to Twilight, who was still downstairs “Do you know anything about a transformation spell?”

Ash could hear Twilight walking up the stairs, so Ash walked out of the bathroom to face her. She turned the corner of the stairs and jumped back when she saw Ash, she then carefully stepped forward “Ash?” Ash gave an awkward chuckle and small wave.

“Y-You’re an Alicorn, when you transformed for some reason you became an Alicorn…” Ash could hear Twilight say in a distant voice. “This is an amazing discovery! We have to show this to the princesses, do you know how this happened?”

“It is? Anyways, yes, I know how this happened but I don’t know how to summon him.”

Twilight looked at him with intrigue “Somepony did this? Can you tell me their name?”

Ash could just hear him yelling at him, but this would be perfect revenge “Oh, his name, it’s Orion.” And there cues the silent screaming Ash can hear.

Twilight made a quill and paper appear in front of her and began to write “Since Spike isn’t here, I’ll have to send the letter myself.”

Ash jumped in and said “Wait, can you be cryptic on who it is? I want to see the looks on their faces when they see it’s me.” Twilight hesitantly nodded and began to make some edits.

Twilight sent the message, grabbed onto Ash’s hand and guided him downstairs to ask him a few questions.

Twilight was just finishing her interrogation when a scroll poofed in front of her. Twilight read over it and turned to Ash “They said they’re on their way and they should be hear in about ten minutes.”

Ash nodded and figured he might as well make the new body useful. He closed his eyes and started to concentrate but was broken away from it when they heard a knock on the door. “Well that was fast.” Ash got up from his seat and opened the door to see Twilight’s friends. All of them stopped dead when they saw Ash. “Oh, hey guys!”

Fluttershy and Rainbow Dash’s started to slowly rise and the others had massive blushes on their faces. Twilight moved him aside and greeted her friends to who were only staring at Ash. Rarity coughed “Um, Twilight, who is this?”

Twilight calmly said Ash to which the others fainted. Ash saw this as an opportunity, he channeled his magic and saw all of them all levitate into the air. He carefully moved them all inside and set them in a comfortable place. He turned to Twilight and shrugged “Trying to work on the magic thing.”

An echoing laughter could be heard, then Orion appeared with a tear in his eye. “That was hilarious!”

Twilight stared at the laughing shadow “Are you Orion?”

Orion groaned “There’s no point in saying no, this genius already gave me away! Hope you’re liking my apology” he finishes with a smirk. Ash groaned and told him to shut up. “Quit your whining, that’s not why I’m here, we got news on the prophecy and I don’t have that much time. It showed us a new picture, it says someone you know but never see.”

Ash thought it over but was coming up blank. “I knew a lot of people but never saw again because of graduation and moving states.”

Orion shook his head “Then you better figure it out,” Orion then began to fade “Gotta go, but remember that!” He was actually being helpful for once.

He turned his attention to Twilight, she had a look of perplexity “What prophecy?”

Ash looked away but still replied “I’ll tell you after I tell the princesses of this information.” She only nodded, but then there was a another knock at the door. She got up and went over to the door. She opened it and brought the princesses inside.

They turned their attention to Ash and took on a look of shock. Ash stood up and did a surprise pose “It’s me Ash, surprise!” Ash then looked behind him, “Oh shoot my shirt, how did I not notice this when he first transformed me.” He moved his attention back to the princesses and both of the princesses had blushes on their faces. The only thing different is that while Luna’s wings were still on her back, Celestia’s were extended. And Ash thought he saw them twitch. He walked up to Celestia and stuck his hand out.

Celestia’s P.O.V

”Oh, Faust help me. He’s hot as a human but he’s really hot as a pony, and an Alicorn no less. I loved him then, but oh how I want him now. Just imagine his si-Mhn.” I was brought out of my thoughts when I felt somepony touch my wings. I regained my vision and looked to see it was Ash touching me.

“What does it mean when a ponies wings raise?” I panicked, if someone found out I loved him, I would be in serious trouble, even if I was a princess.

I was then saved by Kira, I would need to thank her later, if I can. ”Ash, a ponies wing is their erogenous zone.” Ash’s hand froze and a big blush made its way onto his face, ”Adorable.”

I could see he was growing more curious, “What other places are their erogenous zones?”

I could hear Twilight say behind me “That’s not something we should find out.” Ash wasn’t listening, but his eyes were looking a little bit above my head.

”Wait, Ash, don’t grab my…” But, it was already too late. He gripped my horn sending my mind into a frenzy. And I could just make out the other girls gasps of shock, even Kira’s and Kori’s.

He moved his hand towards him to examine my horn, making my head tilt towards him, but it also made his hand move upwards, rubbing it. ”By the Sun, please! Rub my horn Ash, please!”

The feeling was gone sooner than I liked but his touch still lingered, I was very lucky that the pleasure didn’t show on my face, just the look of shock.

I looked over to see Luna’s horn glowing, her face containing a mad blush “That is also a spot as well Ash, please avoid from touching those parts.” It seemed as if he was a different person, because he shook his head and had a deeper blush than I do. He quickly faced me and apologized left and right. I only found this even more adorable.

He basically just molested me, but it must have been those emotional swings he was telling me about, so I couldn’t completely hold it against him. Besides, his touch, I wonder how it would feel if he touched me somewhere else.

I silently gasped ”Why am I thinking theses things! He’s my friend, I should have more control over my body than this! Ugh, the things he’s doing to be me without even realizing it.”

It was time we all get back and Ash still had those days he had to get back for being allowed more days off then he should have. I turned to Ash when we were on the carriage “Do you know when this will wear off?”

Ash shook his head “Orion never said anything other than ‘You can count this as an apology!’”

“Who’s Orion?”

There was a silent scream, but that was probably the wind so I ignored it. “Oh, he’s the shadow that was haunting me my first few days here in Equestria.” Luna and I both sported the same outraged expression.

”This shadow will be getting a piece of my mind!”

Out of no where a black figure appeared on the carriage “Stop saying my name! The next thing you know, every damn pony in Equestria is gonna know who I am! How oblivious are you?” When he was done with his rant he looked between me and my sister before his face turned a grey color.

My sister and I gave him an enraged look before lighting up our horns but before we could attack it, Ash stood in front of him. Luna spoke in a threatening voice “Ash, move or else thou will get hit instead.”

Ash shook his head “Hold your fire, Orion wants to help us! No matter how much personal information he gives out in the open.”

Orion shrugged “Sorry bout’ that by the way.”

“But he knows things and he and his brother want to help.”

I trusted Ash, but knows things? “What things?”

Ash took a deep breath “I haven’t been completely honest with you guys, but I was told there’s a reason why I’m here.” By this point Luna stopped her magic. “I was told I was brought here to slay an evil that only I can do. We don’t know what or who the threat is, but Orion and Artemis are working on figuring that out.”

I said to Ash in a slightly angered tone “And you didn’t bother to come and tell us this sooner? How long have you known there was a threat?”

Orion laughed and patted his back “Ha, you’re getting burned now.” Ash looked to him with annoyance.

He took another deep breath “Since the second day I got here when Kira and Kori explained to me why before my first day of training with them.” My heart tightened with both anger for him not telling us sooner, this involves my ponies, I should know this. But it was also hurt with pain. ”Didn’t he trust us?”

Luna was already yelling at him about the situation.

3rd P.O.V

They made it back to the castle with Luna more than ticked, this is the most angry Ash has seen her really. Orion was trailing behind them with Ash next to him “Orion, can you change me back please?”

Orion thought about it for a second before putting on a devious smile “Of course, it would be my pleasure.”

He snapped his fingers while showing sharp teeth “Back to normal.”

Ash saw the smile and looked down at himself to see he was completely naked. Orion laughed maniacally making the sisters turn around. “Damnit Orion!” Ash quickly tried covering what he could. Ash then felt something on his back and gave them a tiny movement “And, if you could kindly remove the wings.”

Orion shook his head “I didn’t give you the wings.” Ash looked behind him to see wings the same color as his hair. He moved them around a bit and hummed. He was then brought back to the matter at hand.

“Can you please give me my clothes back as well?” Orion nodded and snapped his fingers but Ash only felt one piece of clothing. He looked down to see he only had his boxers. He gave Orion a look to which Orion shrugged.

“You never specified how much of your clothes you wanted back, besides, you have a muscular body, you gotta flaunt it.”

Ash shook his head “I’d would rather flaunt it in peace.”

Orion rolled his eyes “You’re too modest.” He snapped his fingers again, Ash found all his clothes on and a shirt that accustomed to his new wings.

“Getting the wings hurt a lot less than I thought it would.”

“What’d you think was going to happen?”

“Something morbid like my bones cracking and forming again, like a werewolf.” Orion shook his head.

Ash returned his attention to the princesses, Luna had a slacked jaw when looking at the wings but Celestia wasn’t phased, already being warned of this development.

The figure was walking through a hallway next to a fawn “So, you and your kind are going to try and get the manticores on our side for this war? Smart, but to how many manticores we need is the question.”

The figure thought it over “Go to your superiors and see if we can capture 50 manticores, then we’ll talk about negotiating with them.”

The fawn stared wide eyed “But-“

The figure turned on the fawn “Don’t question my authority! Now go!” The fawn hesitantly nodded and ran off.

“My plan won’t fail, I won’t allow it!” They slammed their fist into a stone wall, leaving a dent. “The Sun Mage will be stopped and killed!”

The song used for this video is Can't Help Falling in Love with you.

Can't Help Falling in Love Tonight: Sung by Haley Reinhart

Author's Note

Can't Help Falling in Love Tonight: Sung by Haley Reinhart

Turns out Shadow Veil, or Orion, isn’t evil. And to those who’ve passed the second chapter I changed that part, just to let you know. And Ash becoming an Alicorn will be used more in the future.

Stay tuned for more, bye!!

Chapter Six

Location: North Dakota

There was a figure walking through the snow with heavy winter gear as well as a flashlight. There was police tape and broken rubble around the hole in the concrete wall of where the car drove through. “Something doesn’t seem right. The scene around the crash looks like something that could be written into a fan fiction of some sort. The clues aren’t adding up. They found the car but it looked as if there were no traces of a person it.”

The person leaned down and looked out into the water below. As the person was standing up on their feet, they heard a noise behind them. They looked behind them to see a baby deer on two feet behind them. They stared at the deer before being kicked into the freezing water below, a silent scream was the only thing heard from them before they crashed into the water.

The deer made a good bye gesture with their hand “Bye bye, boy.”

Location: Canterlot Halls

Ash wasn’t blind when it came to holidays, he knew when the holiday season was upon him, and to what it looked like to him, Christmas was coming soon or as the ponies called it, Hearth’s Warming.

He’s gotten gifts ready for his friends from the money he earned from guard training, but he was thinking of getting something special for Luna and Celestia. That was why he was currently sneaking through the hallways of the castle with a headlight and mining materials. You’re probably wondering what he had in mind, well, he was thinking of making them a necklace with a gemstone that represented their personalities.

Back to Ash, he turned a corner but quickly stepped backwards because of the pony down that very hall. “Guard, could you please obtain Ash for me, I would like to speak to him about something.” The sound of metal moving was heard, so he must have saluted.

Ash was trapped, he couldn’t just fly up, the bat pony would see him as well as if he just retreated. The bat guard was about to turn the corner but a hand quickly grabbed his shoulder, pulling Ash into a room behind him. His mouth was quickly covered by a hand to keep him quiet. Then a voice whispered in his ear “What are you doing sneaking around the castle like this? A pony’s going to have your head by accident if you keep doing this.” Cosmo Wave!

She took her hand off and got a closer look at Ash. “What were you doing anyways?”

“I was trying to sneak out to get materials for Celestia’s and Luna’s Hearth’s Warming present. I was thinking of getting a gemstone to represent their persoanality and then make a necklace with it.”

Cosmo Wave gave a silent whistle “I know the phrase ‘Go big or go home,’ but you are going Big.” Ash blushed with a shrug, but she continued “Alright, I’ll help, I’m on break anyways.” She opened the room door and peeked outside to see the coast was clear. She gave a moving forward motion with her hand, Ash followed after.

Luna was tapping her hoof on the tile in slight impatience, it’s been fifteen minutes since she gave that guard the request. She then saw the same guard running up to her, slightly out of breath “Your Highness, the human you requested isn’t in his room and it seemed he left thirty minutes ago.”

“He’s gone?!” The walls began to shake at her shout, but she ignored that fact and flew off to Ash’s room.

Going into his room as looking to see the guard was right. She then started to worry, ”What could he possibly be doing to sneak out of the castle? Does he have a marefriend? Is he doing something he shouldn’t?”

“So what gemstones are you after?”

Ash thought for a moment before answering “A rose quartz for Celestia and a black jasper for Luna. A rose quartz is the gemstone that represents love and compassion, Celestia adores and cares for all of her subjects. And a black jasper is thought to deflect negativity and stress while also induces mental clarity, focus, stamina and good health. It’s also associated with stability, security and independence.”

Ash kept walking while Cosmo Wave stopped for a second before shaking her head. “Dang, that’s surprisingly accurate. Where did you learn that?”

Ash pulled out his phone “Google, just because I have no Wi-Fi doesn’t mean I can’t look stuff up.”

Cosmo nodded her head and the two continued on, before Cosmo stopped in front of a cavern mouth. “Here it is, this should have what you need, just be mindful of diamond dogs. My break is up, so I need to get back, good luck!” Ash thanked her for her help and turned on his headlight before going inside.

“Why should I watch out for cute puppies in a cave.” After about ten minutes he came across the rose quartz. He went to grab his pic only to find his back bare, he turned around to look for it but came up with nothing.

As Ash was turning around, his pic axe was sailing towards his shoulder, landing a hard hit. He yelled out in pain, his blurry but he could just make out a figure with his pic axe. A raspy strange voice said “Looking for this?”

When his vision became clear again he cringed “You are an ugly dog if I’ve ever seen one.” It growled and went to strike at him again but he deflected the hit with his magic shield. Ash crouched down and touched the cavern floor, moments later a vine grew from the top of the cavern roof and grabbed onto the dogs leg and carrying him upwards. This sudden action made him drop the pic axe. Ash picked it back and went to mine the rose quartz.

He got a decent size of it, before turning around to see the dogs tripled “Damnit.”

Cosmo Wave stood at her post with a stoic expression, but she was deeply bored on the inside. “Private Cosmo Wave!” She turned her head to see Princess Luna walking towards her with an expression of anger and worry. “Do you know where Ash is? I’m asking you specifically because you are one of Ash’s best friends.”

”Shit, if Ash snuck out, he didn’t want them to know. But she looks worried sick, but if I say what he’s doing then she’ll ask where he is. I can just say it’s a surprise, at least that will ease some of her worries.”

“Private!”

“He went out to get a present for you and your sister for Hearth’s Warming, Your Majesty.”

“What could he possibly be getting this late at night?”

“He told me it would be a surprise.”

Luna only groaned in annoyance, Cosmo Wave was getting scared. This was going to be a long night for her.

Ash was covered in bruises, cuts and patches of his own blood with small bits of the dogs. It’s been the same sing and song for about ten minutes. He’s wasn’t really thinking getting gems was going to be this hard.

Ash threw another fireball, but since the diamond dog was so tired it didn’t have enough energy to dodge it in time. Meaning the fireball hit him in the stomach sending it back and into a stone wall. The roof above it rattled before sending rubble down onto the dog, burying him in stone. The other dogs saw the scene and quickly escaped, not wanting to face the same fate.

Ash let out a huff of relief but then the realization kicked in full force. ”I just killed someone.”

The sun was beginning to rise, little to Ash’s knowledge, as the rubble came down on the dog it also trapped him in the cavern as well. Celestia was eating her pancakes but noticed quickly that Luna wasn’t there nor was Ash, and he usually got there before her. With those two notions, Celestia knew something was wrong.

She got up from her chair when Luna ran into the room. Celestia, startled by the action powered her magic but soon saw it was her sister. She walked up to her with worry “Sister, what’s the matter?”

“Ash is gone and I don’t know where, he’s been gone all night!”

“Did you get any information?”

“Only the reason but not the where.”

“Well, tell me what information you have.”

“Ash snuck out of the castle because he wanted to get us a Hearth’s Warming present. And I only know that much, probably to keep it a surprise as his friend had told me.”

Celestia sighed, they will just have to wait till he returned, his friend is asleep and they don’t have anything other than he is getting them a present.

Ash gotten over the realization and went back to mining, albeit slowly because of his injuries but still mining. During the fight, Ash had struck a fireball to which the dogs dodged but hit the wall making a hole and revealing a patch of black jaspers. He got lucky with that one.

As he was about to leave he realized the exit for him was block by the rubble from the end of the fight, but nothing he couldn’t handle. He touched the rubble and summoned the energy to create vines to break the rocks. He did so and casually walked out of the cave but quickly covered his eyes.

You know when you go into a movie theater during the middle of the day, and you walk outside into the sun, yeah, that’s how Ash is feeling.

“Ah, my retinas!” While Ash was recovering from the light a flapping was heard in front of him.

“Ash, where the hell were you man?!” Ash recognized the voice as Steel Wind, but couldn’t exactly see him clearly. “Dude, what happened to you?”

Ash stood up straighter and said with a serious voice “We will never speak of what I had to go through to get my present for the princesses.” Steel Wind didn’t want to know with Ash’s response. “Now, can you carry me, I still don’t trust my eyesight right now.”

Steel nodded and picked Ash up and carried him by his armpits. Steel Wind surprisingly made it all the way to the castle and by the time they got their Ash’s eyesight was better.

All of Ash’s friends were there, even Cosmo but she looked extremely tired.

There were multiple gasps at the state he was in, even Cosmo. “Ash where have you been?!” Celestia yelled.

Cookie Dough walked up to him and pulled the axe off his back “Mining apparently.”

And at that moment Twilight and her friends came into the room and saw his state. Fluttershy rushed over and held his face in her hands “Ash what happened!” That, was the first time anyone of her friends hear their friend yell.

River Dust walked up to him and went through his bag “A rose quartz and… is that a black jasper?!”

Spike licked his lips “I heard a black jasper is supposed to taste delicious. Can I have a nibble?”

“NO! These were supposed to be surprise gifts for Celestia and Lulu, buts it not that much of a surprise now.”

Cosmo Wave walked up to him “You can still finish it, this is basically just a part of a puzzle. The present isn’t done yet.”

Gold Streak broke in “Are we not going to talk about Ash’s damage?”

Cosmo looked him over and whispered to him “You ran into the dogs didn’t you? How many came in and came out?”

Ash sighed “3, then 2.”

Cosmo spoke a little louder “What happened?”

Ash was silent “Rubble.”

Celestia stepped up “I at least want you to be fixed up first.” She grabbed his hand and teleported him to the infirmary.

Celestia put a sound proof bubble around him, “Ash, please tell me happened, you can trust me.”

Ash looked up and examined her sincere eyes, then he sighed in defeat. “I wanted to make you and Lulu a present for Hearth’s Warming, but I wanted it to be special. I was going to make a necklace for each of you. It was going to contain a gemstone that represented your personalities. Yours was the rose quartz, it represents love and compassion. You really love and care for your subjects. Luna’s was the black jasper, it stood for independence and deflecting negative emotions.”

“But I was attacked by diamond dogs, and at the end of the fight.” He stopped talking but Celestia got the message and went down to hug Ash softly and comfort.

Celestia went to kiss Ash on the forehead but he moved his head. So instead of a kiss on the forehead he instead got a kiss on lips by Celestia. And right as the kiss happened, it ended.

Celestia had a great blush on her face “I’m sorry, I meant to give you a kiss on the forehead and I didn’t mean to actually kiss you, you moved your head so my lips connected with yours on accident.” Celestia rambled on but Ash only found it cute. Celestia, the Co-Ruler of Equestria, rambling on like a schoolgirl.

Ash gave a small chuckle “It’s okay Sunshine, it more my fault than yours.” Celestia continued to blush but stood up.

“I should get going, a nurse is going to come in and check on you any minute now, and I have to go and begin Day Court, Um bye Ash.” She gave a small wave before leaving.

“Heh, bye Sunshine.”

Location: Sweet Apple Acre Fields

The figure was laying against a tree before he began to open his eyes. “Ugh, my head. Where am I?” He took in his surroundings and came to the conclusion that he was in an apple orchard, “Maybe I can ask someone for some help, wait didn’t a fawn kick me into the water? Am I dead?”

He got up and made his way out of the orchard, he soon came across a village with a sign at the entrance. He read it and was perplexed by the name. “Ponyville? What kind of name is that?”

The figure made his way into town and stopped when he saw a colorful anthropomorphic pony. “Now I really know I’m dead.” The pony turned and greeted him in a friendly manner, like it’s seen him before.

The pony started walking over to him and he realized it was a child. “Hey Ash!”

The figure was about to push the pony off before he froze for multiple reasons.

The pony looked up “Oh, sorry, I thought you were somepony else.”

The man knelt down “Who did you think I was?”

“Oh, one of my friends, his name is Ash Westwind, why? Do you know him?”

The man nodded “Can you please take me to him?”

The pony gladly agreed. She grabbed his hand and guided him to the train station “He should be in Canterlot right now, but every now and then he comes to visit my sister and her friends.” They both sat down and waited as the train took them to Canterlot. But the man was anything but patient.

Ash was healed by the doctors for the most part but had to take it easy for a while.

He was walking down one of the halls when he heard the voice of Rarity. “Sweetiebelle?! What in the name of Equestria are you doing here?”

“I found this human walking into town, and I thought he was Ash because he looked like him. But then he wanted to know where Ash was.”

Ash gasped and started running down the halls, taking it easy be damned. Celestia came out of a room and looked to her left to see Ash running down the halls “Ash?! Why are running?!”

Ash ignored her and turned the corner. Once he did he tackled the figure taking everyone aback by the aggressive action. “Conner!!”

Conner looked up to the attacker to find Ash on top of him “Ash!! You’re alive!”

Celestia ran after Ash when she saw him running, but she stopped when she came upon the current scene in front of her. She snapped herself out of it and pulled Ash off and turned him around so he was facing her. “Ash. What part of taking it easy do you not understand?”

Ash got out of his emotional state and stood up, Celestia doing the same. “Sorry Celestia, I just jumped at the chance when Sweetiebelle mentioned Conner.”

Celestia finally looked towards the other human, who finally started to stand up, and his height seemed bigger than Ash’s. “Well, I jumped at the chance to my brother, but we believed you were dead.”

“Dead?”

Ash chuckled “By the incident I can only assume but that also means people will think your dead too.”

“We’ll then they’re going to have harder time to catch the killer, mine wasn’t an accident. I was kicked off the same bridge by Bambi. Guess he wanted revenge.”

Celestia looked in confusion “Who Bambi?”

Ash walked over to his brother “So, you’re telling me you were pushed off the same bridge, by a baby deer?” Ash looked at him curiously before bursting out laughing.

Conner looked down at his brother with annoyance “I’m sorry, I should be taking you more seriously, but the way you said it.” Conner sighed “You will never take things seriously will you?”

Ash lost the comedy act “I do take things seriously!”

Conner scoffed “Sure, let me name some times. Fifth grade, November 16”, Ash gained a panicked look.

“You said you would never bring that up!”

“A girl confessed to like you since Kindergarten, but you laughed it off as a joke!”

Celestia and Rarity gained a shocked expression. “Or, what about 7th grade. It was a school dance but you were dumb enough to spike the bowl of punch, I’m surprised you didn’t go to the county jail for that. Maybe because they didn’t find the culprit, even on the footage.”

Ash shouted in a voice that was equivalent to that of a shotgun “Alright Enough!!.” Conner covered his ears at the yell “I know, I did a lot of questionable decisions, I will admit but let me ask you this. What did I do when you broke your leg?”

“You carried me even despite the size difference.”

“What did I do when you liked Luna?”

Conner sighed “You got us a reservation to a fancy restraunant, even though all we were doing was hanging out.”

Ash gave Conner a smirk and Conner gave a huff of annoyance.

Celestia gave a slight laugh before introducing herself. Conner looked at her then Ash “It’s wrong to ask this but are you two dating? I mean it’s wrong because your a human and she’s a horse.”

Rarity covered Sweetiebelle’s ears while Celestia went silent. Ash put both his hands over his mouth “That is wrong, Celestia is a smart and beautiful pony.” Celestia lost the silent look and blushed madly with a little stutter.

Conner removed his hands “But that’s-”

Ash quickly shut his mouth again before he could say anything else stupid.

Ash turned his brother around and reached up to his ear “You do not call them horses, I made that mistake the hard way with Lulu, do not make it with Celestia. Let me give you a little insight about this world. Lulu and Celestia can move celestial objects, so do NOT call them horses.” Ash stepped away for that to sink into Conner’s mind.

Ash turned to Celestia “He didn’t mean to call you that Celestia, your a perfect and independent pony.” Celestia’s face only seemed to heat up more at his compliments.

Conner coughed to get Ash’s attention “Ash, there’s something I need to talk to you about. It’s about Chloe.”

Ash’s colors drained “How do you-“

“Let me finish, while you were in the phone with mom, she texted me,”

“You have her number?!”

“And she wanted to get back together with you.”

Ash’s face was full of emotions.

The only emotion Celestia was feeling was heartbreak. ”He has a marefriend?”

“She, wants-“

Ash stood still, but then secretly turned his gaze to Celestia, Sunshine, His Sunshine. He didn’t know why, but something about her just drove him to do crazy decisions. And whenever she was hurt, he was hurt. And whenever she was happy, just seeing her smile made it worth while. And seeing her laugh just set his heart aflame.

Ash directed his attention back to Conner with a straight face “Tell her no.”

Conner stared wide eyed as well as Celestia “But, dude, I remember when you first met her and you couldn’t form a sentence, and when you got together.”

“How’d you even know we were together.”

“Haha, I’m your brother, I know you better than anyone.”

“Still, you tell her no, she was the one who cheated on me when I was in London.”

Conner finally nodded.

Celestia’s mood changed instantly.

After the introductions were done and he moved to his new room, after realizing he couldn’t go home. He started adapting just fine. And over the fact that Ash has wings now.

Celestia was signing papers when she heard a knock on her door. “Who is it?”

“It’s me Celestia.”

Celestia’s heart rate began to pick up at his voice “Enter.”

Ash opened the door and stepped inside, “Celestia, I need to speak with you about something.” Celestia nodded and set her quill down.

She got up and walked over to Ash “What is it that you needed to discuss with me?”

Ash fiddled with his hands, opening and closing them. But he just sighed before grabbing Celestia and kissing her.

She was taken aback by the bold action. Causing her to step back into her desk, trapping her between him and the desk behind her.

After a few seconds she returned the kiss with enthusiasm and gratitude. “Mhm.” Celestia moaned into the kiss before pulling away for air. “You do know what this means right?”

“That I’m committing a cliche scandal, but also asking you to be my girlfriend? Yeah, I’m aware but you’re worth it. I finally just realized it before it was too late.”

“You don’t know how long I’ve been wanting this.”

“I might be able to take a guess by the kiss.”

“I need to know how you feel, I need to know this is real.”

Ash grew serious and pulled her closer “Everytime I’m next to you you set my heart on fire, you make it worth it to wake up in the morning just to see you, I went through heck to get you a necklace, and making you smile is my greatest accomplishment.”

Celestia’s eyes began to swell up with tears before she kissed him again. “Please don’t leave me alone tonight.”

Ash wrapped his arms and wings around her. “Doing that to you would be a sin, and as your boyfriend, it is my job to comfort and love you in your time of need. We’ll just need to be careful, Sunshine.”

Celestia sighed and set her head on his shoulder “I’m aware, and I love it when you call me that.”

Ash lightly laughed “Good, because you’re my one and only Sunshine and I’m here to stay.”

The both of them stood there and stayed in that comfortable silence.

Author's Note

Celestia and Ash are finally together, what challenges will they have to face with this development.

(They got together sooner than I liked, and thought. But that will just put more attention and cute moments between the two)

Hope you stay tuned for the next chapters to come and enjoy your week.

Chapter Seven

It was some of the guards day off, and Ash was one of the lucky guards. Spending his day sleeping in is one thing he plans on doing, but all good things must come to an end, sadly. The door’s to Ash’s room burst open, a sudden impact lands on Ash. “Get up Ash, it’s Christmas!” Ash sat up with a yell.

“Give me an hour.” Giving Ash an annoyed look, Conner was in the process of removing the covers when Ash’s room guards pulled him off and dragged him out. Ash laid back down with a content sigh when he felt nothing is on him.

“We apologize Sir Ash.”

Ash waved his hand dismissively, not even looking up “Don’t worry about him, he’s always like this.” The sound of a door being closed could be heard, Ash taking that cue to go back to sleep.

A yellow flash appeared in Ash’s room but he ignored it, just wanting to sleep.

A pressure was put on the bed, said pressure wrapped it’s arms around him “Ash~“

Ash gave a whine “Sunshine not you too, I already got bodied by my brother.”

She gave a little giggle before moving in to nuzzle him, “Please~, everypony is already waiting for you. I just took the liberty of getting you.”

Ash pouted “But I don’t want to get up.”

“Not even to have cuddles and kisses with me later on tonight?”

Thinking that prospect over, with a sigh of defeat Ash got up. Celestia giving a laugh of triumph “Now, come on sleepyhead.”

“I’m gonna get you back for this.”

This earned him a cheeky smile “I’d like to see you try.”

Celestia had told them they would be having the present opening in the library, and the princesses were kind enough to let Ash’s friends join them, but were told to head straight back to work afterwards. They called it fair and all agreed to the terms.

When Ash arrived everyone was already there waiting for him “Oh, wow, you actually got up this morning! That’s a surprise.” Rolling his eyes he sat in between Gold Streak and Celestia.

Cosmo Wave broke the ice and asked who was going to go first. Ash being a gentleman suggested the princesses, besides, he was excited to see their reactions to his gift. It took him weeks to make the necklace so he hopes it was worth it.

Luna ended up going first and grabbed a present that was red with big green stripes. Tearing the wrapping off, she opened it for it to reveal a small plush designed to look just like her. She gave an ‘aww’ at the cute design and went to look for a card, but there wasn’t one. She looked up and asked if anypony of them gave her the plush. All of them replied with a ‘no’, but Ash saw in the corner of his eye Orion hiding in the shadows of the crackling fire next to them. He had a bright smile and blush on his face before fading away.

”*Gasp* Does Orion have a-?”

”That would explain why there wasn’t a card.”

Luna sported a blush with Celestia giggling at her sister. Ash felt a whack against his head, knowing it was from Orion. ”It wasn’t even me who said anything!”

Celestia was next, levitating a gift into her arms. This present had a pattern of red polka dots on a white wrapper. ”This one’s mine.” Ash thought himself excitedly. The wrapping was already on the rug, and as she was about to open the box, one of the guards came into the room.

“Your Highness, Princess Mi Amore Cadenza is here.”

Celestia clapped her hands together “Oh, Wonderful! And thank you.” The guard bowed before stepping out of the room.

”Now that’s a long name if I’ve ever heard one.”

Celestia and Luna left the library before coming back with another Alicorn, who to Ash looked like the definition of candy and sugar. Ash stood up and bowed to her “You must be Cadence, Celestia and Lulu have told me great things about you.”

Cadence smiled “And you must be Ash, it’s a pleasure to meet you.”

“Likewise.”

They all walked over to the fireplace after a few words of greeting, Ash whispered to Conner when he caught him staring “Don’t try anything, she’s engaged.” Conner deflated a little but didn’t challenge it.

Ash went back next to Celestia and became excited once more.

Celestia picked up the box once more and removed the lid. She gave a gasp covering her mouth.

Ash worried “D-Do you not like it? Is it to over the top? I’m sorry I-“ Celestia stopped him with light tears.

“Ash it’s beautiful.” She removed it from the box, to show a silver chain holding the pink crystal in a detailed design of the sun as well as tiny gems dotted around it.

Everyone studied the necklace with amazed gazes. Celestia gave Ash a gaze full of love “You made this? Thank you, it’s wonderful.” Ash nodded as well as gesturing to the box.

She picked up the box to make it look like she was setting the necklace back inside but read the hidden message at the bottom.

Will you go on a date with me Princess Celestia? Next Saturday, at 12:30 pm?

“Again, thank you.” Celestia nodded as she was speaking. Ash gladly got the message and smiled happily.

The gift opening went on for about 30 minutes and when it ended Ash’s friends went back to their shifts.

Ash was talking with Cadence when a guard ran into the room, “Sir Ash, you're needed with the other guards.” By his frantic speaking Ash knew it was serious. He excused himself and followed after the guard. His friends following as well.

“There is an attack in Ponyville so I need 100 of you to fight in Ponyville, the rest of you stay here and guard the perimeters of Canterlot."

They all saluted, breaking out with 100 of them heading down towards Ponyville.

The soldiers patrolled the area in groups, Ash was with his friends while the pegasi soldiers searched the sky. Out of now where came an arrow, it sailed through the air and became lodged in Ash’s shoulder. Ash yelled out in pain, when that attack was sent the offenders came out of their hiding spots and began their assault from all around the town. With that the battle commenced. One of the enemies came up from behind Ash. Ash saw it coming and stabbed at the offender’s neck, slicing it and killing them instantly. More continued to surround him and his team, landing hits but luckily weren't fatal. Though they were damaging. As Ash got a closer look, the enemies looked like fawns, like the creature Conner mentioned that kicked him off the bridge. With this revelation Ash began to slash them left and right, because of them, he could have lost his brother. "I lost Alexis, I'm not going to lose Conner."

Ash was broken out of his thoughts when he felt a sharp pain in his stomach, he looked down to see a sword lodged through him. When it was removed, Ash's body lifelessly fell to the dirt below him. Ash could hear a constant ringing in his ears as his vision was failing him and fading to nothing.

"No..."

"I can't give up yet, not now, not ever. For Conner, for Celestia, for Equestria!"

"Commander Forestt, the Mage has been slain. Shall we take our next course of action?"

Commander Forestt nodded "Send in the Manticores." The fawn soldier gave a salute before giving out a signaling cry, which led to roars and battle cries. Out of the Everfree Forest came an army of fawns riding on the backs of Manticores.

The manticores ran through the streets rampaging and feasting on the soldiers who tried to fight them off, but for them it was a losing battle. Almost all of the soldiers were torn to shreds, stabbed do death or eaten by the manticores, and by the looks of it, it looked to be a perfect time to fall back. But a blinding light shining through the whole town blinded the manticores and fawns. Ash rose from the ground, his appearance taking on that of an ancient god. His eyes shown a blinding yellow while his body gave off an angelic white aura. His voice was a deep echo as he spoke to the fawn army "You will leave Equestria and retreat or you will continue to fight and perish, choose wisely!"

Some of the soldiers turned to their Commander for an answer. She only laughed in his face "You expect me to be scared of a pathetic creature whom's ancestors line never even contained magic? Ha! We will continue to fight, that was our orders and our orders are to kill you!"

Ash only gave her a blank stare "Very well." He created a ball of light magic in his hands before lifting it up into the air, the ball of light blasted towards the army like a shock wave. Once it gave a single touch, the army began to burn to dust and disintegrate from very existence. Commander Forestt stared wide eyed before joining death along with her troops.

His own friends had to look away from the severe light but once the light was gone, the sight of Ash falling to the ground at a rapid pace got them back to their senses. Steel Wind quickly flew to his rescue, capturing him before his body hit the ground. Blade cuts, 3rd degree burns and a large gash in his stomach was visible to the surviving soldiers. River Dust gave a glow from her horn to contact Shining Armor and a pair of medics to come and help them with the injured and wounded. When the message was sent River Dust and the others looked down at Ash with extreme worry.

"Sir Ash is stuck inside a deep coma, we're not certain how long it will last for but we're predicting at least several months before he could wake up. He's extremely lucky it isn't anything past that considering his wounds that would have been fatal to others. But for now all we can do is heal the wounds and burns but we can't wake him up." The doctor stepped away from her desk and handed the documents to the princess. She gave a nod and watched the doctor step out of the room.

When the door closed Celestia made a sound proof bubble to give her privacy with her coltfriend as well as locking the door for extra measures. She looked over Ash with tears falling down her cheeks, matting her pristine white fur. "Ash..." Her voice wavered as she said his name "Please wake up." She moved her head closer before touching her forehead with his, being extremely mindful of her horn. "Please come back to me Ash. I can’t lose you.”

Location: Memory Central

4 Years Ago

”Chloe! I’m back and I got you something from London!”

The sound of a bed creaking can be heard throughout the whole apartment. “Chloe? Are okay?” Ash asked as he wandered into their bedroom. He froze at the sight in front of him.

“Faster please!” Chloe was in their bed getting fucked by another man. “I’m cumming!” Ash stood their in disbelief, his mind was racing but his mouth stayed shut.

He could feel his heartbreaking right before his very own eyes. After a few moments he actually found the strength to speak. “Chloe…” At the sound of her name she snapped her head back and froze.

“Ash! Baby, you’re back early! If I’d known I would have-“

“Don’t speak! You knew I called you, you knew I texted you. If you didn’t feel the same way you could have done something could have said something, but you decided to go behind my back and cheat on me. Is this what you’ve been doing every single time you’ve picked up the phone?!”

Chloe stood up from the bed and started to make her way over to him “Ash I…” She couldn’t say anything, because he was right.

“Just leave Chloe, you and your boyfriend.”Chloe tried ‘reasoning’ with him saying he was never home and they’d never spent any time together the past few months. “But that doesn’t excuse the fact that you cheated on me, now leave!”

That brought the end to their argument.

And relationship.

8 Years Ago

A car was driving down the highway with two people in the front seat listening to the radio. “Alexis, do we have to listen to Taylor Swift?”

Alexis only laughed “My car, my rules, my tunes. I own this thing sucker, so you’re just going to have to Suck. It. Up.”

Ash sighed, knowing he wasn’t going to win this battle. “Where are we going anyways?”

Alexis deadpanned “To the funnest place ever.”

Ash dragged his hand out, signaling her to continue “And that is…?”

Alexis squealed “The mall!”

Ash gasped before banging on the window of the car “No! Get me out of this death trap!”

Alexis shoved his shoulder with her right hand “Stop being such a baby, we can go to GameStop to make you feel better.” At that mention, Ash’s mood took a complete turn at the mention of GameStop.

They continued down the road but as they were going through a green light a car on the opposite side of them was speeding at about 95 mph. They didn’t have time to stop for the car to just speed by.

The other vehicle slammed in full force on Alexis’s side of the car and the force of the hit sent the car rolling. Ash was still conscious while the car was upside down when the tumbling stopped, but he turned to Alexis and saw blood dripping on the ceiling of the car, dripping from her head. Ash pulled out his phone on instinct and dialed 911. He gave them their location and situation before looking at his sister once more. He studied her and found a giant gash in her head with a bunch of cuts from the broken glass.

“You’re going to be fine, the ambulance is on its way.” He reassured her as much as he was trying to reassure himself.

But the damage was done.

Alexis was dead.

24 Years Ago

Ash was running down the halls, laughing being chased by a grown man with brown hair and green eyes. He was wearing a Lord of the Rings shirt with blue jeans. “I’m gonna get ya you little monkey!” Young Ash squealed with laughter.

“No you’re not!”

Young Ash was then brought into a surprise embrace. “Yes I am because I have Conner on my side!” Ash yelled when Conner wouldn’t let him go.

“No fair!” In the middle of their little fight, Ash’s dad gave a little cough, but after a few seconds it was more than a few. Then it turned into a coughing fit. The fighting boys stopped when they saw there dad kneel to the ground. Ash tried comforting their dad while Conner ran to get their mom.

The next thing Ash knew is that their mom was on the phone and Ash and his siblings were in the car being driven behind an ambulance.

“Mommy, is daddy gonna be okay?”

Their mother was in tears mumbling to herself “You dad is going to a place where they will make him feel better.”

Conner then said with a frown “Is dad going to die?”

Their mom quickly turned around “No your father isn’t going to die he’s going to be fine.”

They soon parked their car and stood in a room where Ash’s dad was coughing up blood in a hospital bed.

The doctors were doing everything they could but his status was too severe. Ash watched as the doctors talked to his mom, they mentioned something about a severe heart failure. Ash didn’t know what that meant but it must have been really bad by his mother’s reaction.

The line on the heart monitor went straight and the sight brought his mother to hug her husband with tears in her eyes.

Ash was holding Alexis while Conner was holding onto Emily’s hand. Emily turned to Conner “Why isn’t daddy waking up?”

Conner hugged a confused Emily with tears “He’s in a better place.”

Ash stood frozen, at such a young age he already lost someone important to him.

2 Months Ago

Celestia took his place.

Ash quickly picked her up and took her to the same alleyway he came out of. “No, no, no, no, NO! I can’t lose you! Not you Celestia, I won’t allow it. You mean too much to me!” Ash watched as her breathing became labored. And Ash wasn’t just going to just watch the one he hasn’t realized he’s loved yet, be taken away from him. Ash moved his head closer to hers and let his burning magic flow into her as he touched her forehead with his.

Ash laid back as he watched her wound begin to heal itself. And watching her raise her body up like it did, the biggest wave of relief washes over him. “Thank the Lord.”

Celestia gasped as she removed her forehead from his. Watching those memories broke her heart. He’s lost so much, but seeing him relieved of her healing brought a massive warmth to her heart. Celestia lowered her head again and planted a gentle kiss on his lips.

She released the kiss “I love you, so much Ash. And I can’t wait for you to get better, and so you may take me out on that date.”

With a hug, she cancelled the sound proof spell and unlocked the door before leaving to her chambers.

A desk was thrown against the wall, “Even with Manticores I can’t seem to defeat him! I need to know his weakness, everyone has one. But what is it?!” She threw a chair in her fit of rage.

A fawn addressee nervously coughed, the Commander snapped her head towards the imposing creature “What!!”

The fawn found the confidence to speak “May I suggest a hint, he is named the Sun Mage. So that means he would be connected to the sun. And who controls the sun?”

Commander stared blankly before laughing maniacally “Princess Celestia!! Hahaha!!”

Author's Note

Thank you for reading and I hope you liked this chapter. Stick around for the next chapters to come and stay tuned to know when and if Ash will wake up from his coma.

Thank you so much and enjoy the rest of your day!

Chapter Eight

For the past few weeks Celestia hasn’t been feeling like herself, and the staff and Luna knew the reason, everyone did. Celestia tried her best not to let it show, but as the days passed with nothing from the doctors, it was getting harder and harder for her. It felt like she was losing Luna all over again. Luna wasn’t any better, Ash was one of her only true friends. And seeing him in his state tore her apart.

Celestia and Luna would go to visit him everyday to see if there was any news of him waking or just to see him. Celestia visited him the most, even going as far as to sleeping with his body next to hers some nights.

Six months, six months have passed and he wasn’t any close to waking up. Kira and Kori haven’t been able to contact him either, even if he’s unconscious.

At this point the doctors were thinking of calling it a lost cause, but the monitor still kept beeping, so they continued to hold onto hope.

Celestia took the liberty of going through his phone. Ash had told her about Google being the ultimate search engine. She didn’t really know what that meant but still tried it either way. She looked up how long a human can be in coma for, and it stated about a few weeks. That information worried Celestia, he’s been in it for months, but it also said to maybe even years. That didn’t help either.

Celestia was signing documents but she’s lost all of her strength. Their were visible bags under eyes, her hair lost its magical flow, the light in her eyes were burned cold and she was noticeably skinner. There was a knock at her door “Enter.” Luna came into the room with three layered cake in her magic.

“Sister, I brought something for you.” She made her way inside and closed the door her. “I also came to bring you good news.”

Celestia sparked “Is Ash awake?!”

Luna sighed “I wish that were the case, but it’s just as great. Our niece Cadence’s Wedding is approaching later this month!”

Celestia sat up from her chair “Really? That’s wonderful news!”

Luna sought this as a good moment and presented the cake to Celestia “And I made you something, I figured it would help cheer you up! You just haven't been the same since Hearth's Warming."

Luna found herself in an embrace by her sister. "Thank you Luna."

The both of them were soon interrupted by a dark flash behind the, they turned around to see Artemis and Orion with big smiles "We heard about the wedding and Orion says he's found a book that could help with Ash's situation!" Celestia soon had a bright smile to her face. "But he had to go through stealing an ancient book from our father's secret library to get it. Not the method I would have chose but it's a price to pay. The castle has been dark and gloomy since Ash's dilemma. He also said it was to make Luna-" A shadowy hand was brought against the boys face with a nervous looking brother.

"Anyways, if we use the spell in my father's book, I might be able to wake him up!"

Luna contained a tiny blush but couldn't keep back her excitement and ignored the comment. "Then what in Equestria are we waiting for? If this can bring Ash back then we must do it as soon as possible!" She grabbed Orion's face and planted on a kiss on his cheek. "Thank you, Orion." Orion sported a dopey grin with a huge blushed before being pulled out of the room by Luna and Celestia, who was more than happy to try this spell. Artemis noticed he fell behind and began flying after them, with a 'wait for me!'.

Orion was hovering over Ash with a big spell book floating in front of him. Orion recited the spell, though as he was chanting the words, objects around the room began to float at their own will. When he was done, Ash’s eyes turned white and all the objects dropped to the floor.

The room went quiet before a quiet groan came from Ash. Everyone in the room gasped. Ash opened his eyes taking in his surroundings “What happened? And why is everyone crying?” He was immediately embraced in a great hug. “Ow! Shit! That hurts!” Letting him go at the outburst Orion explained what happened. “So, I went nuts and burned everyone in front of me during the fight.” They all gave a nod. “Hm, now I know the sun part to the name.”

All of them left but Celestia snuck back in with a new wave of tears “Ash!” He gave her a bear hug and was given a passionate kiss. “I’ve missed you so much! Please don’t scare me like that ever again!”

“I didn’t know I’ve caused so much worry, how long was I out for?”

Celestia was nuzzling his cheek “For six months, it felt like losing Luna all over again!”

“Like losing Luna?! I didn’t know I caused you this much distress! Sunshine, if it makes you feel better. I’m able to take you on that date now.” Celestia gave a little squeal before embracing him in a crushing hug. “I take it that you still want to go?” The hug became tighter, taking that as his answer. He continued to lay their with Celestia in his arms.

Ash sat up with a start “Wait, but wouldn’t ponies see you and know we’re dating?”

Celestia let out a soft giggle “We don’t need to worry about that, I can make a spell that will makes me unrecognizable.”

Ash subconsciously gave Celestia a scratch behind her ears “Smart.” Celestia froze before melting into the feeling with a tiny moan.

Hearing the sound he removed his hand but Celestia’s magic, placed it back where it was. “No, please continue.” Ash was hesitant but obliged her request.

Her tiny moans and sighs continued before Celestia heard a sound behind the door to Ash’s room. Giving a groan Celestia made herself invisible before moving off the bed. Conner burst into the room and tackled Ash, punching his shoulder. Celestia gave an inaudible gasp. “Why are always getting yourself killed, Damnit! That might be like the fifth time! I swear if you keep this up, you will up dead!” Tears ran down his face despite his harsh words “I can’t lose another, so don’t scare me like that.” People rarely saw this side of Conner but when they did, he always brushed off their words. “I came here as soon as I could, hearing the news from Luna and the others. How?”

“Orion and a spell book.”

Conner shrugged “Either way you’re back! Everyone missed you, especially Celestia and Luna. It felt the happiness around them just up and died, and they been wearing your necklaces since then, refusing to take them off.” Ash glanced his eyes to the invisible Celestia. “Also, I wanted to tell you about this gala that’s coming up soon, not much my style but I was asked by Applejack if I wanted to join her.”

“Oh really? I’ll come this’ll give me a chance to hang out with my friends again.” ”And this will give me a chance to ask Sunshine out.” No one could see it but Celestia’s face was a crimson red.

Ash was out of the hospital when the doctors came and took a few more tests, seeing he was physically fine from their treatment in his unconscious state they let him go. The princesses, Conner and his friends were more than happy to see him again, but some of the female guards were acting too weird for his liking. Eyeing him in a way he wasn’t used to. To the point where he started to feel self-conscious and uncomfortable with them. Did he miss something while he was in his coma?

A hand tugged on his shirt bringing him into a dark room, the lights turned on to reveal Gold Streak and Steel Wind, as well as a few other guards. And was that Captain Shining? Ash faced Gold who looked serious “Now is not the time for you to land in the hospital when you just got out. We’re in the middle of a battle here.”

Tensing at the news Ash called out “Then what are we standing in here for! We should be out there!”

His hand was on the door knob before Steel Wind grabbed his hand with his “No, it’s heat season with the mares and we are all cowards and are currently in hiding at the moment.

Ash nodded in understanding but before he could do anything a gold aura wrapped around him before he found himself in someone’s chambers.

He walked around, looking at the resin of the room before coming to a conclusion- This was Celestia’s room.

“Ash~” a groan was heard from the other side of the room. Turning his head he found Celestia laying her bed, clutching a pillow while biting said pillow with her fingers deep into her cunt. “Fuck Ash~”, stepping closer with a look of concern. A small creak was heard and Celestia’s ears swiveled in the direction of the noise. Turing her head, staring into Ash’s eyes she let out a gasp before backing away from, though part of her longed to be near him, touched by him, kissed by him. “Ash! You need to leave!”

Noticing her tone, he gave a look of determination “Something is wrong and I’m not leaving you here like this. What’s the matter?”

Celestia gave a grunt “You can’t, Ah, be in here, not now!” Her tone scared but begging.

Ash ignored her and moved in closer, to the point where he wrapped his arms around her waist. “I’m not leaving you pained and in this state, what’s wrong?”

Celestia refused to do something she’ll regret. She longed for ever since he fell into his coma and craved him when he finally woke up. Ash raised his hand and planted it on her cheek giving it a soft rub, “Sunshine, please don’t keep me in the dark, not when you’re in pain.”

She leaned into his hand “I.. Most of the castle is currently going through estrus and being in the same room with you after so long…” She stood on her hands and knees with a hazy look in her eye, “It makes me want you.”

Blushing at the confession, that was the point where Ash began to slowly back up “We’ve only been dating for a few months and I want our first time to be out of love, not lust.”

Celestia whined moving closer while he continued to back up “You don’t want me?” The question made her eyes tear up.

Ash shook his head “God yes I want you, but…”

“But what?”

“Are we ready for that step? Shouldn’t come naturally?”

Celestia looked down for a moment before facing him once more “Ash, you need to leave, but teleport out. If I spend another minute in here with you, I wouldn’t be able to control myself around you.”

Ash smiled and took a massive risk in planting a passionate kiss to Celestia’s lips. She out a loud moan returning the affection ten fold. “We can’t move too fast, but my kisses will have to do.”

Celestia clinger onto to him in great affection and appreciation. “I love you, my Ash.”

Ash scratched her behind the ear, causing her to let out a coo. “I love you too, my Sunshine.”

Ash cautiously walked down the halls of the castle, now very aware of the ‘War’ Gold Streak mentioned to him. He kept his eyes peeled in case he needed to get away from a horny mare.

“So, how’s the apocalypse going for ya?” The sudden voice made Ash jump, turning around he found Orion laughing. “I see it’s goin great! Ha!” Ash gave a look of irritation before moving on. “So, where ya heading anyways?”

“We’ll, I was planning on heading out of town, I heard the Captain’s Wedding is next week. I was going to go out and get them a gift.”

Orion nodded in understanding but moved closer to his ear “Be careful around the mares, it’s heat season and things can get ugly.” Ash’s mind only brought him back to earlier, Celestia being in pain because of her pent up heat. She went centuries without a lover to tame it. And Ash couldn’t help it feel a tinge of guilt in his heart. He might have given her a kiss but that wasn’t going to sate her needs, not in the slightest.

“I’m aware, that’s why I’m keeping my guard up ever since.”

“Since? Since what? *Gasp* Did you have a run-in with somepony? Who was it!”

Ash kept silent but he could remember the sound of her moans as clear as day, and the thought made his pants a twinge tighter than usual. “No one, just a mare.”

“Yeah, but who? That’s the question.” Staying silent, he moved on but he only kept pestering “Fine, describe her then.”

Ash gave a love filled sigh “She’s the most sweetest pony, she beautiful and compassionate, lovable and mischievous and has the most adorable sneeze.”

A deadpan look came from Orion “Well, played smartypants. But not what I meant.”

A smug look came from Ash before he walked off, “So, how are Luna and you coming along? Any dates lately, a kiss I should know about?” Orion’s face became multiple shades brighter. “I forgot, doesn’t go into heat in the winter, or the summer?”

“It’s in Winter”, came a mumble from Orion.

“Oh~, so she told you. Tell me, did she like the plush?”

Orion gave a small nod with an irritated look on his face, accommodating his blush.

Then out of no where, Luna appeared with a panting expression. “Orion, I need you right now.” Grabbing onto him and teleporting away.

“Hehe, in more ways than one.” Continuing his journey, he made it to the castle gates. Once, you’ve been in the castle long enough, finding your way around is a no brainer, practically instinct.

The voice or Kira was found in his head ”You think he’ll be okay? Pleasuring a Princess won’t be easy.”

Ash shrugged ”He’s a shadow, he’ll be fine.”

”And what about when you start to rut Sunshine, how will that go.” The reminder of her situation brought his guilt back but also a hint of arousal.

Warning: Sex Scene

A nice shower should help her. A really nice and cold shower, but even then, her heat kept coming back at full force. Her toys could only satisfy her so much.

And continuously thinking about what he could do to her, wasn’t her in the slightest.

A faint sound of a door could be heard in the background, but Celestia noted it as the shower water. When Celestia heard her bathroom door open, she couldn’t ignore the sound. Turning her head, in front of was Ash walking towards her.

Naked.

He stepped in to join her but immediately recoiled at the freezing temperature. “Christ! Why is the water so cold?”

“Ash, what are you doing in here? What about what you said earlier? You told me you won’t ready for that step.”

Ash gave a warm smile “I thought about it, and realized there’s more than just kissing, in a sexual environment.”

Celestia raised a brow “What do you mean?”
Ash only chuckled before turning the knob to make the water hotter. “Ash!” He ignored her protest. When the hotter was warm enough he stepped inside with her. Celestia broke a blush from the close proximity of his naked form. But as she continued to stare, her lust for him grew. She took a step forward but Ash only pushed her back.

“This is about you, not me.”

Celestia was backed into the shower wall while Ash moved his body closer. Grabbing Celestia’s wrists and moving them over her head pinning them above her, with only one hand. His other moved down south. Ash brought his lips over to her body, starting with her neck. He gave it a long power lick, sending a shiver up Celestia’s spine. Giving a soft moan of his name, Celestia trembled in his hand. “What do you want, Sunshine?”

“I…” Her voice trailed off. But she gave a loud groan when Ash placed his knee between her legs.

“Let me ask again. What do you want?” His voice was darker making Celestia moan.

“I want you to touch me.”

“Good Girl.”

Raising his knee higher, reacted with Celestia struggling to release a wrist. She could just use her magic to pull it away. But. Where’s the fun in that?

“If I can remember correctly, there were a few sensitive spots, right?” Raising his head he eyed her horn with a devilish grin. “Like… your horn.” Celestia watched as he brought his head closer. When she felt a something wet trail up it she let out a long moan.

“Ash, don’t tease me!”

Ash tutted “Now, that’s not how a good girl acts, is it? You need to ask me the right way.”

Celestia felt Ash’s knee press down on her throbbing clit. “Please Master! Tease me no more and satisfy my estrus, please~” Celestia’s plea was downright sinful, but Ash couldn’t deny her any longer himself.

He stepped back before dropping down on his knees before inhaling her scent. The smell released a possessive growl from his throat. He wasted no more time before burying his face into her sex. Celestia gave a very pleased moan, as well as a sigh of relief. ”Damn, it should be illegal to taste this heavenly.”

Celestia was in absolute heaven, her wings were at full extension while her horn gave off small sparks. She had to cover her mouth to lower her screams of ecstasy. “Ash~ Ah, please, by the Sun don’t you dare stop!”

Breaking away for a single second “I’d never dream of it.” Before driving back in, Celestia’s other hand was getting tangled in his hair, and her body slightly bucking forward to feel more of his tongue.

Ash’s tongue twist and turned as it was ravaging her insides, but he spotted her winking clit, unattended to. He wraps his lips around the nub before giving it a gentle suck. Celestia gave a silent scream before her juices gushed out into Ash’s awaiting mouth. Drinking all of her nectar while lightly licking her slit, he pulled back breathing in a large gulp of air.

Sex Scene: Done

Celestia tried her best to keep herself standing on the shower wall, but was held into a tight embrace by Ash and giving her neck gentle kisses. She rested her head on his shoulder as gave a tiny satisfied sigh. “Thank you, Ash.”

He kissed her cheek before turning the water off. He expertly picked her up, much to Celestia’s surprise, and carried her over to her bed and laid her in the covers.

Celestia snuggled up into his chest and let her body drift off into a peaceful rest. To help with that, Ash softly brushed her hair with his fingers and sang ‘You are my Sunshine’ By Jimmie Davis and Charles Mitchell.

Author's Note

Sorry, it’s been a long time you’ve heard of me. I’ve just been caught in a lot of school work. Anyways, that was chapter eight keep in touch for the next and I hope you guys have a good day.

Chapter Nine

The sound of a door knocking woke Ash up from his peaceful rest, he grunted in annoyance before looked by outside to see the moon in place. The voice of a concerned Luna got his body moving faster than anything. Ash couldn’t let them be caught now, and hopefully no one came into the room to check on her. “Tia, are you okay? You’ve been in there all morning, is your estrus that bad?” When Ash saw a tiny blue light take hold of the knobs Ash quickly got out of the bed, readjusted the covers and grabbed his clothes before running to hide in Celestia’s bathroom.

It wasn’t the best hiding spot, but it was all Ash could do in such a short amount of time. Closing the door to where it was a small crack, Ash sat somewhere on the floor. The sound of Celestia’s door opening got his attention when he heard Luna walk deeper into the room. He stayed as quiet as possible, before he heard her say something to the resting Celestia, then left, leaving her to rest.

Ash waited a few more minutes after Luna left, to make sure the coast was clear. Stepping out, he walked over to the slumbering princess. He sat down of the edge of the bed and gently moved a strand of hair out of her face. The motion caused her to stir before she opened her eyes and gave a small smile at the sight of her Coltfriend. Giving a small kiss to her cheek he smiled “Morning Sunshine, sleep well?” She gave a small sigh “One of the best I’ve had in awhile, not since…”

A tear ran down the side of her face, Ash quickly wiping it away before leaning down and soothing her with encouraging words, reminding her he was there now. “Luna came in to check on you earlier.”

Celestia gasped “She didn’t see you did she?” Shaking her his head, he told her he quickly hid in the bathroom. She let a sigh of relief before sitting up. “Good, I would like to be the only one to see you like this anyway” she responded with a cheeky grin. “Your strong chest and skillful tongue.” Celestia gave a lustful moan “And a cock that could fuck me into oblivion.”

The light in her eyes changed when she spoke that last sentence. Throwing her covers aside, Celestia crawled to him with hazy eyes. “And your scent, stars I could drown in it.”

Ash moving backwards, he puts his hands up “Now, Celestia, let’s not do anything hasty.”

“Mhm, I’m gonna enjoy, Every. Second of you fucking me. And breeding me.”

”Lord, how do I say no to this.”

Celestia throatly giggled “You don’t.”

That gave Ash pause, ”Did she just-“

Warning: Sex Approaching

“Read your thoughts? Yes, but enough talk.” Taking his moment of pause as an advantage, she straddled his waist and began to grind herself on top him. “I can’t wait to feel you inside me.” Ash tried to push her off, but his efforts were futile. Her grinds became more rough and Ash felt her juices covering his pelvis. The scent of her was intoxicating but Ash tried to resist, going through with this would potentially be taking advantage of her, she was in heat, though she wasn’t vulnerable now, she might at another time.

Ash tried one more time to talk some sense and into her but her mind was too far gone at this point. Realizing he should have used the sooner, he pushed himself up by his wings, sending them backwards and Ash on top of her. “So you want to take charge, go ahead, I wouldn’t mind if you dominated me.”

“Jeez, you’re really worked up when you’re horny.”

She gave seductive giggle. “Centuries without a mate can do that to a mare.”

There was only so much a man could take. Giving in to her pleas, Ash gave her a worried look “Are you sure you want this?”

Celestia lost her lusty demeanor completely, giving him a sweet smile “Yes, my love.”

Sighing and moving his shaft lower, already being hard from her sweet talking, he slowly inserted inside of her. Celestia’s horn glowed before she gave a moan of utter bliss, Ash giving a moan himself at the feeling her warm, velvet walls.

“You’re so big…” Hearing that, he gave her a moment to adjust before retreating, half of his cock still resting inside. Giving one more sigh, he reentered.

Repeating the motion several times, each time getting faster, and harder at her command. Ash was getting concerned at how loud she was being. “Sunshine, you, ngh, you might want to lower the volume.”

“I put a, Fuck, sound barrier around my, Ahh, room.” It was a good thing, because Celestia was screaming. To the point where it started to hurt a little, but the sound of her ecstasy was worth it. “Ash~” getting by his attention, he slowed down a bit. “Lick my horn, please!”

Seeing it now, she was a lot more submissive then others would think, and Ash loved it. Obliging to her earlier request he moved his head closer to his designated area. Sticking out his tongue, he gave a lick to the spirals around the horn.

Celestia gave out a cry, and Ash felt a swell of pride. Celestia, Co-Ruler of Equestria, wielder of the Sun, was being pleasured and overly submissive to a commoner, and by a human no less. Making one of his hands useful, he dragged over abdomen and to her breasts. Taking a nipple between his fingers, he gives it a small pinch. Celestia’s moans grew in volume. “I-I’m gonna cum!”

He moved his mouth from her horn, he took his mouth next to her ear, “Cum for me.”

As if it were a trigger, she came. Ash felt it milk him and he gave a few gentle thrusts, letting her ride it out. Drops of it spilled onto the bed sheets.

Ash hadn’t came, but this was for her, this was her heat. He gave her soft kisses to add. She gave a satisfied groan before seeing he hadn’t came yet. “Ash…” he shook his head.

“Mine doesn’t matter, I can take care of it-“ she didn’t let him finish. Landing a passionate kiss to his lips. Both of their tongues danced together.

When they broke apart, a string of saliva kept them connected. Both breathing heavily. “We’re not done, until both of us are satisfied. Now lay on your back.”

Ash waving his hands “Sunshine, you really don’t-“

“Lay. On. Your. Back. Ash.”

He obeyed, keeping himself up by his forearms. Celestia lowered her head and gave his tip a tiny flick with her tongue. Tasting his pre, but also tasting herself as well. Going further, she wrapped lips around it, giving it a suck. Ash gasped and moved a hand towards her head.

Taking that as a sign to go further, she added her tongue into the mix. Moaning, now, at the taste of him. Releasing her mouth “You taste divine!”

His cock engulfed her mouth, tail waving side to side. She trailed her fingers down to sex, rubbing her slit before inserting two fingers.

Her mouth wasn’t as great as her marehood, but it still felt amazing nonetheless. She sped up her motions with her hand and her mouth, Ash feeling his balls tighten. He tried to speak but all that came out were rasps and groans of pleasure. But, he finally had the energy to speak “Sunshine, I’m about to cum.”

Hearing that, her actions become erratic. A few moments later before he shot his seed into her awaiting maw. Not letting a single drop go to waste, she strives to obtain all of it. Releasing his cock, she opened her mouth to show his seed in her mouth before swallowing.

Sex Done

Celestia crawled up towards Ash and nuzzled his cheek, “Satisfied Sunshine?”

Celestia responded with a pleased tone “Very.”

Her tailed wagged from side to side, spreading the smell of sec around the room. Smelling this Ash chuckled “How does another shower sound? And then we can go get you something to eat.”

Nodding, both of them stood up before returning to the shower to wash off. And thinking on it, they’re gonna need to change the sheets as well.

Orion flew down the hall fading in and out through the shadows. Luna was in court and Orion wanted to try and surprise her. While on his way, he caught sight of a flowing rainbow mane, looking around the corner he saw Celestia walking with Ash towards the dining room. Seeing how it was midnight and Celestia was up as well as Ash, he got suspicious. Sneaking up behind them he lurked, watching them as they purged through the kitchen. Both taking out a cake that was in the fridge.

Orion moved in closer, but froze when he saw Celestia grab Ash by the front of his shirt, giving him a passionate kiss to which he reciprocated.”They’re dating?!” Orion backed up but hit a pan that soon fell to the floor. The two broke apart, turning their head to the noise with horrified expressions.

The sound of metal banging against each other came from down the hall. Celestia grabbed Ash’s arm, teleporting both of them out of the kitchen right when the night guard arrived with spears at the ready. All they was a half eaten cake and a pan on the floor. They didn’t have much for the scene, and were surprised at how much cake was eaten in such a short amount of time.

Leaving to tell the princess of this event, Orion only stood still. Leaving the scene, he needed to know more about the relationship between Ash and Celestia. How long have they been together? How did this start? Is it a friends with benefits situation? Orion needed to know.

Dropping his original plans, he flew to Celestia’s room with a great amount of speed. Phasing through the wall, he saw them on her bed together with Celestia changing the sheets. Orion had seen enough.

Making himself known, he spoke in a calm and collected manner.

“How long have you two been dating?!”

Both of them jumped and turned to see Orion with an accusatory tone. “Orion! Um, hey…” he spoke awkwardly, not really knowing what to say.

“Don’t ‘Hey’ me! You two kissed in the kitchen, it was suspicious enough both of you are up at this time. And together.”

The evidence stacked against them. Celestia and Ash looked at each before she gave him a nod. Ash sighed “Yes, we are dating, and we started dating about seven months back. And that’s the happiest we’ve ever been.” Ash moved closer to her and encased her hand in both of his “The happiest I’ve ever been.”

Orion stopped his rant as he saw Ash put his hand to Celestia’s cheek, she gave a cute smile, leaning into his palm looking at Ash with loving eyes.

“Uuugh fine, I won’t say anything, just, enough with the cute sappiness.”

Orion was pulled into a strong hug by Ash and Celestia. But Ash smirked “It’s not like you’re any different than me.”

Orion pulled away “What’s that supposed to mean?”

Ash shrugged “What about the plushie of Luna, oh or what about the last time I saw Luna.”

Orion’s face grew bright red “You don’t talk about that!”

Celestia butted in “Don’t talk about what? What does this have to do with my sister.”

Orion pointed a finger at Ash “I wouldn’t tell yours, so you can’t tell mine.”

Ash nodded in ‘understanding’. He stayed quiet for a minute before blurting out “Orion banged Luna!!”

The room was silent and Orion had an outraged look while Celestia’s face was blank. Ash was already out of the room in the blink of an eye. “You did what?”

Turning his head, Celestia had a look of malice in her eyes. “Um, nothing…” he squeaked out.

“You have five seconds.” He gulped before booking it like Ash did. Celestia chasing after him with an enraged look.

Ash was standing at his post next to the throne. On the other side was Cookie Dough. So far the day was eventless and from time to time, Ash would avert his gaze to Celestia, but would become stoic when someone looked his way.

She was currently dealing with a property issue with one of the nicer nobles. Speaking of nobles, a certain unicorn was present during day court. Always making some kind of snobby comment to a by decision she made. And Ash hated it. The grip on his spear tightened each time, Celestia noticed and turned to Blueblood “Dear nephew, I appreciate your help, but I am very capable to help my little ponies.”

His face from being called out was priceless, and it lifted his spirits immensely and he gave Celestia a look of gratitude. She smiled in return and turned back to the previous pony.

Ash stood tall as his shift continued, but he could feel his legs beginning to lock up at how long he’s been standing, but Ash has been through countless nights in North Dakota where he would pull all nighters. So, compared to that, this was nothing.

Soon calling off day court, Ash could finally relax. Which turned into an annoying mistake by Bluebitch “Did my auntie say you could rest at ease? At attention you hairless monkey!”

”At ease in a muddy ditch, you snow horse.” He thought mockingly, getting Celestia to chuckle but step in “Enough, the both of you, it is time for shift changes anyways. Now off to your rooms, the both of you.”

Ash bowed politely while Bluebitch scoffed but did so anyway in a huff, Ash going to his own room. He needed to prepare anyways, this was going to be his first official date with Celestia and he wanted it to be special. With all the time he’s known her, she never cared for over the top and wished for something simple. Being a princess praised by all, she never got to have a normal life, even as a filly.

There date would be at night, that way, Celestia didn’t have any princess business to attend to.

Continuing on his way with a pep in his step. He ran off to get everything prepared, he only had a few hours with it being around 3:00 already.

Ash has been waiting months for this moment to arrive. He was lighting candles on a picnic blanket next to a cherry blossom tree he magically found in one of the Canterlot parks. Seeing it as perfect, he picked that spot to set up. He brought his phone to help set the mood for the momentous occasion.

The things Ash had prepared was a triple fudged cake with a crème center, spaghetti and tomato sauce for them to share. As cliche that it is, he thought would be nice. And a bottle of Celestia’s favorite wine.

The scenery was also perfect, the spot was just right under the moonlight and the lights of the city were beautiful.

Ash was currently wearing a normal black tuxedo that Rarity had to renew because of the wings. His hair was freshly combed and he made sure to shave any unwanted hairs from his face. Now, all he has to do was wait for his date to arrive.

As if on cue, a white unicorn with began to walk over to him. Her hair was the same color of blue that resided in Celestia’s mane and she was a simple white sundress. Her hair was curled and she had a fair amount of makeup on. She was also secretly wearing the necklace he made for her, trying her best to let us show but also allow it to be hidden at the same time.

She joined him on the blanket and Ash gave a small kiss to her hand. “Evening Sunshine,” she gave a small giggle before returning the favor with a nuzzle.

“And to you too, my love.” Joining him on the blanket Ash wrapped an arm around her waist and pulled her closer in.

Grabbing two wine glasses he stole from the castle kitchen, he poured the wine and handed her a glass. Taking it, she gave a small sip and hummed in delight at the taste. Added some for himself, he lightly twirled the glass, letting the contents swirl inside. “So, what would you call yourself if anyone asks? We’ll likely be seen in public and ponies will ask for the same of the unicorn dating the first human.”

Setting down her glass, she brought her hand to her chin in thought “I’ve really never thought about it before, but I suppose something like that will arise.”

Thinking about it some more, she came up with a name that she liked “How about Lazuli Dawn?”

“It’s your ‘name’ you’re choosing, not me but I think it sounds lovely.” Ash gave her a kiss on the cheek before grabbing plates to put the spaghetti on.

“The food looks lovely Ash.” He gave a nod of thanks and allowed her to place her own serving. Giving himself some, he grabbed his phone and put on a light classical tune.

The both soon began a conversation of what Ash’s life was like when he was back home, and Celestia gave some stories when she was back in her youth.

Their date continued on and Celestia’s mouth watered at the sight of dessert. Ash was packing everything up while Celestia was waltzing to the music on the phone. When he was done, he looked over to her and saw her dancing. Letting out a soft laugh, he grabbed one of his hands and held hers while with the other he placed it on her lower back. ‘Lazuli Dawn’ returned the embrace, or tried to because of the size difference to which Ash chuckled at. He knelt down more for her to reach.

The two began a slow dance as the music played in the background. Celestia gave a warm laugh, her laughs were contagious causing Ash to laugh with her.

The song soon ended and the both of them knew they needed to get back to the palace, Celestia would need her sleep if she wanted to raise the sun in the morning. First Ash went and walked through the castle halls giving the occasional ‘good night’ to a confused bat pony. When he came upon Cosmo Wave he walked up and gave her a hug good night. She returned the gesture and went back to her post after a stern glare from the bat pony next to her.

Ash walked faster, knowing he had guard duty again in the morning, he needed his rest as well. And boy did he have an eventful day.

”The you shared with Celestia was lovely.”

”When’s the next date coming up?”

Ash told them it was honestly up to Celestia right now, she had work to do and he gave her the choice to pick where and when their next date would be. Kira gave a tiny grumble while Kira made a choking noise at the loveliness and cuteness of it all.

“Mam, may I ask why you didn’t decide to attack Celestia in her depressed state?” A fawn asked.

“We’ll, simpleton the death of an immortal goddess isn’t just going to be finished over a few tears and several months. Celestia is one of the most powerful creatures in Equestria. What I had in mind will be her absolute downfall and countless universes will feel my wrath for their insolence! Hahahahahahahahaha!!!”

Author's Note

Hello, I want to give news about chapter updates. To better work for me, I will be updating every Saturday. It helps me the most when I have a bunch of school work.

Thank you for sticking around and enjoy the next chapters. See you next week!!

(And sorry if this might seem like an inconvenience, it just works better for me.)

Chapter Ten

Connor groaned as he felt the rays of the sun shine in his face. He opened his eyes but immediately shut them when the light burned his vision. “Ah, shit!” Connor tried again, but looked in the other direction. “Much better.” As that was said he pulled off his covers and walked into his bathroom to freshen up.

He soon came out with matted hair and a towel around his waist. A knock came from his door and he called out to the noise. “The princesses have requested your presence, they have an announcement they wish to give.”

He answered and finished drying off before getting dressed. He made his way to the throne room and in his way Artemis appeared next to him. “Are you like my guardian ghost or something?”

Artemis gave a hearty laugh “Something like that, our father assigned us to help watch over the prophets, you don’t really have wings. Or powers. But you’re here and you’re Ash’s brother. So, I felt obligated to assign myself to you.”

Connor gave a small smile “I appreciate the concern, but also offended.”

Connor and Artemis arrived at the throne room and were greeted by all four princesses, Orion, Ash and Shining Armor.

Connor gaze lingered on Princess Cadence longer than needed. He knew it was wrong. She was to be married to Shining Amor, they both loved each other. But, she treated him differently than everyone else. Or in her case everypony else.

Sure, he was the brother of an absolute hero and he didn’t do shit. She always treated him like he accomplished something extraordinary, to make him feel better when someone also gave Ash recognition. Especially after the fawn invasion half a year back.

She made him feel special for no apparent reason. And it warmed his heart each time. For that he couldn’t help fall in love. And when Ash was in his coma. She was there for him when no one else was, and he was eternally great full.

Shaking himself out of his stupor, he walked up to them. The princesses had a look of worry on his face. And Shining Armor looked alarmed and on edge.

Noticing this, Connor sported a frown. “What’s wrong?”

Cadence was the one who stepped forward with a worried look. “The kingdom is under keen supervalince.”

Connor grew more worried “What for?”

“Changelings, that’s why I assigned more guards to keep an eye out.”

Connor lifted a brow “What’s a changeling?”

Shining Armor was about to explain but Ash beat him to it, “Think of it as a shapeshifter, and they feast on love.”

He gave a look of understanding but then a look of confusion. “Feed on love? How do you eat a feeling?”

Ash only shrugged but gave a small glance towards Celestia “I guess they’re some ways to do it.” Celestia blushed brightly at his quick gaze. “I’ve read about in the castle library but I still don’t quite understand it.”

A look of resolution came across Connor’s face “So they must be here because of the wedding!”

“Bingo!” Orion exclaimed.

Luna and Celestia explained how the procedure would work and the two humans played close attention.

When all news was said and done, everyone made their way out of the throne room. But when Connor was out of earshot to the others, he turned to Artemis “Was it just me or was Cadence acting a little unusual to you?”

Artemis gave a quizzical look to Connor “What do you mean?”

“She didn’t have that usual spark, and the aura around her seemed a little sinister. And her eyes held a small hint of green in them.”

Artemis only looked more perplexed. But he only shook it off and said he was being paranoid after the news. Connor knew something was amidst, but he didn’t press it with Artemis any further. He could tell something was wrong, but he didn’t know how to prove it, but he would some how.

Connor was walking through town and saw how much the kingdom was being guarded. “Man, changelings must be a big deal if the people place is this secured.”

Connor was then hit with a realization “If it’s their wedding, I need to get them a wedding present.”

Knowing that the wedding was tomorrow, he ran around the town and looked around at each shop, until he settled on a jewelry store that contained two necklaces that were the same but held a slight difference to each other.

Purchasing them both, he made his way back to the castle. As he was passing the train station, Connor saw the main six step out. And a very agitated Twilight. When he was going to greet them, Twilight was already running off. Connor, let her run off and went to go greet the rest of them.

As the greetings were finished, him and Twilight’s friends ran after her. As they were walking Connor turned to Applejack “Soo, who raided on Twilight’s parade?”

“She’s angry because she just now found out that her brother was getting married, let alone dating somepony at all.”

Connor was slack jawed. “Wait, wait, wait, wait, wait. You’re telling me, mister cap in that castle over there, never told his OWN sister. He was getting married. The day before the wedding?”

All of the replied in synchronization “Yep.”

Connor gave an outraged look “I know I shouldn’t be badmouthing Twilight’s brother but. What the hell?! That’s just ridiculous! If my brother was dating someone and did’t tell me, I would be livid. Can’t blame her though.”

Rainbow Dash “What’s with the force field?”

“Well, the kingdom is under lockdown because of changelings.”

They all gasped. “That’s also why there’s more guards than usual.”

As they got closer, they could hear a slight raised voice “Guess we found Twilight.”

As Connor reached Twilight, he saw her shaking her but at Cadence “Twilight? Should I be concerned?”

Cadence only gave her a questioning stare, as if she was crazy. Twilight looked back at him with slightly tinted cheeks. “Yeah, I’m concerned.”

“Oh, no, I’m fine. It’s just something me and Cadence made up as she ponysat me.”

Connor remembered Cadence’s reaction and was concerned for a different reason. If Cadence babysat Twilight, then shouldn’t she be familiar with the dance?

Shining and Cadence leaned up against each other and Connor’s heart throbbed in pain. Cadence’s gaze turned to Connor and a small evil grin appeared. But it was gone as soon as it appeared.

The next thing he knew Armor went back to check on the defenses while Cadence went to check on the preparations. Connor decided to go with her. For one, he hasn’t talked to her at all today and secondly, his suspicions only continued to grow.

“So, a-are you nervous?”

Cadence didn’t even bat an eye when she answered “Of course, it’s my wedding.” Damn, touchy right now. But the way she said it made red flags blare inside his head. Because that wasn’t like her at all.

The first stop was how the food was going. All was going well, Cadence tried the food, so did Connor and he loved it. But as they were leaving, Cadence threw it away! In front of everybody! Connor stared at her in utter surprise. Now he needed to confront her. “Alright, I stood by with you meeting Twilight agin after years, but I’m at my breaking point right now.” Connor stood directly in front of Cadence with a massive frown. “It might be that your wedding is tomorrow, and I know that’s a big, big step in a relationship, but the way you flat out trashed Applejacks cooking is uncalled for. What I’m trying to say is, do you wanna talk?”

Cadence stopped and gave him a weird look, “Why would I need to talk?”

“The changeling thing can be alarming, but it will pass soon. Hopefully. Maybe. I’m not very sure.”

“Oh, that’s really reassuring.”

“Listen, Candy, I know I’m not the best with these things and I don’t have any powers like my brother, but I’m trying to lighten things up right now. It’s the most I can do.”

“Then maybe you should try harder? Hm?” She responded in passive aggressive tone.

Ok, now this person isn’t even trying anymore. “Alright, who are you?!”

Green waves surrounded Cadence. A women with green eyes and irises like a cat. Her hair was black and contained small holes while her skin was a dark tan. And a pair of insect wings. “Queen Chrysalis.”

“What have you done with Candy?!” He stood nose to nose with her, to which she did not appreciate.

“Would you like to found out?”

“Try me Queen Mosquito.” His voice came out dark and menacing.

Chrysalis gave a small shiver. “I would keep you, but then you’ll go to your brother.”

Her horn glowed a dark green and a green circle formed under him. Connor could only watch as he was sinking into a black void.

Connor groaned as he tried to stand. When he opened his eyes, he found himself in a crystal cavern. “Hello? Anyone there?”

He heard nothing but his echo. Then, the sound of clopping was heard in the distance. “Candy. Candy? *Gasp* Candy?!”

“Connor?”

Connor only grew more helpful. “Cadence! Where are you?”

“Follow my voice!”

Connor sighed “I’ll follow you to the ends of the Earth, and now realizing this isn’t the time for that.” Doing as she says, he followed her voice as she called his name.

“I’m coming!”

Her voice continued to get closer until both of their eyes locked, “Cadence!”

“Connor!”

Cadence jumped into his arms as she was within reach. “Connor!”

The next thing she did caught him beyond surprise. She kissed him. The action made him freeze. She pulled away when she realized what she’s done. She had a mix of horror at she’s just done, but she also held no regret.

“Candy?”

“I-I don’t know what came over me. I’m- Mmph!”

Connor pulled her back to him and returned her kiss. Cadence didn’t hesitate as she returned it, wrapping her arms around his neck. She pulled away to speak “We shouldn’t do this.”

*Kiss*

“I know. But, you say the word, I’ll back off.”

*Kiss*

“Ne t’arrete jamais, mon amour.”(Don’t you ever stop, my love)

The two were interrupted by a feminine voice. “Aww, how cute. I knew I felt a pang of hurt when I hugged Shining.”

The both of them turned to see Chrysalis on the face of a crystal. “But, how would Shining and the rest of them feel, when the bride is cheating on the groom, a day before the wedding. What would your dear Auntie think? She would be disappointed in you, and what about your brother? How would he feel?”

Connor only hung his head, but Cadence brought it back up.

“Would you really go through with this? Risk everything? For a pointless, powerless, irrelevant alien?”

Cadence only took one look at Connor and spoke. “Yes, because I love him.”

Chrysalis gave a look of disgust, “I know this would be a waste of time, but why? Why love someone like him?”

“If only you knew him the way I do. He’s sweet, lovable, considerate, smart. And, he-“

Connor knew what she was referring to, even if she didn’t say it. “And he doesn’t treat me like an object or something to show off!!”

“Shining does what to you…?” Everyone turned to see Twilight with a confused and aghast expression.

“Twilight!”

“Hm, that’s my cue. I have a wedding to attend to.” The face on the crystal disappeared leaving them with a purple unicorn with many questions.

“Shining uses you as an item?”

Cadence didn’t say anything and hid behind Connor. “Cadence?”

“Ever since I met Connor, I’ve been able to see how he actually treats me.”

“Why didn’t you say anything?”

“I’ve tried to, but he was either working on guard duty or brushing me off.” At that point tears were beginning to flow. Connor seeing this, pulled her closer.

Twilight gave a heart broken look. “So that means…”

“I don’t want to marry Shining. But I can’t just refuse the marriage now, of all days.”

“So you’re…”

Connor finished for her “Being forced to marry Shining.”

Author's Note

Here’s a different perspective, rather than the chapters being based off of Ash’s point of view.

And now, you’re gonna be left on a cliff hanger.

Also, sorry this chapter is a lot shorter than the others.

Chapter Twelve

It's been a few years since the incident of Cadence's 'wedding', and the love around the castle is still going strong. The Commander sent multiple assassins to the castle to try and finish off Celestia and Ash, but all of those attempts were futile. Everyone still doesn't know about Celestia and Ash's relationship. The two of them were actually really surprised after about the first year. What surprised them though was when Connor started a herd with Cadence and Chrysalis. Yeah, that was a real shocker. Cadence being in a herd with her enemy, but even so, the both of them loved Ash's brother a lot more than anyone would realize.

Back to the point, it was heat season, and all the colts in Canterlot were ducking and hiding. All except for a certain human with wings.

Ash was assigned to guard the doors of Celestia's chambers, alongside him was Gold Streak. The hallways were relatively quiet, apart from the rustle of metal when other castle guards walk down the corridor. During his shift another guard walked up to Ash and relieved him of his duties, telling him his presence was requested by the princess, "But be careful though, it's heat season." Hearing this Ash gulped but also became a little aroused. He's dealt with Celestia multiple times during her estrus. Though depending on her mood, she could be dominant and rough or she could a desperate and submissive pony. With her, it was a gamble, and Ash loved taking risks when it came to her.

Nodding and saluting to the other soldier, he made his way to her chambers with anticipation. Later, he knocked on her door and a golden aura encased it, allowing him entrance inside. Once he was inside, the door was immediately shut, and the room was engulfed into darkness. Dominant and rough it is then. Ash felt her warm breath on the back of his neck sending shivers down his spine. "Sunshine? A-are you alright?" The room suddenly became brighter and a figure had its back turned next to a naked Celestia. "ORION?!?!" He only glared in Ash's direction with a large frown.

"When I leave, you will keep your mouth shut about this, after what I do." Ash was still slightly pissed that he was here, but was also full of suspicion.

"After you do what?" Orion snapped his fingers and Ash felt himself grow slightly taller, as well as growing a horn. Realizing he was an alicorn, Ash grew more confused by the second. In the blink of an eye, Orion was gone and Celestia was making her way towards Ash with a loving and sultry glint in her eyes.

She placed her hands on his chest and stared up at him with a trusting gaze "Ash, I'm ready."

"Ready... for.... wha-" the realization was planted. That's why Orion transformed into his alicorn form, because Celestia and his normal form wouldn't have been compatible.

Sex Warning

The two entwined themselves into a passionate kiss. Her horn glowed and the room was surrounded by a gold aura. She cast a soundproof spell so no one outside would be able to hear them. The two then broke apart to breath and Celestia gave small whisper "I love you Ash."

Ash smiled at the sentiment and returned the gesture. He picked her up and wrapped his wings around her.

He began to plant kisses on her neck down to her collarbone "Ash, please."

"Desperate already Sunshine?" He gave her ass a light smack, causing her to gasp. "You usually put up more of fight, what changed?" She whined and shook her butt, a sign she wanted more.

"When I knew how your cock spreads me apart. And how you aren't afraid to be rough with me."

Ash gave a low growl from his throat "A princess should be treated properly, not like a fragile piece of chinaware."

Ash set Celestia down on her bed and proceeded to kiss down her body. Starting from the tip of her horn to area aching the most. "Ash, stop teasing me and just- Ahh." Cutting her off, Ash plunged his tongue deep inside her walls, she reacted by crying out in ecstasy. His tongue twist and turned making her squirm on the spot. If it weren't for his arms holding her in place, she would be continuously bucking her hips up into his mouth.

Her hands tightly gripped his mane that made him groan from the pain and pleasure of it. "Fuck yes!" Her head was thrown back and was panting heavily.

Ash successfully removed his head from in between her legs and stood up with a prideful smirk, the loss of his attention made cry out for him to continue. She reached her hands out for him, but he grabbed her arms and pinned them above her head and spread her legs apart with his. "You have such a dirty mouth for a princess don't you Sunshine?" She groaned and tried to rub her sex against his cock with urgent need. This only made him laugh. "You want it that bad Sunshine?" She nodded eagerly and Ash teasingly moved it closer towards her but pulled it back before she could touch it. "Ah-ah-ah, you're gonna have to tell me what you want, I can't give you anything if you don't tell me."

She glared up at him "You are the meanest tease." His response was a peck on the nose, the sweet action in a moment like this caused her to blush cutely.

"I could be more mean and leave you in this state right now."

"NO!!" She hastily yelled, and gave a tiny whine. "Please fuck me."

Ash put a hand to his ear, being well aware of what she said "You're gonna have to be louder than that Sunshine."

"Please fuck me."

Ash grinned with satisfaction "With pleasure my Sunshine." She was given no other warning as he plunged inside of her. She cried out at the sudden action. Ash groaned with delight at the feeling of being inside her.

"You love it when I take control over you, right? You love being submissive towards me, right?"

Celestia didn't and wouldn't hold anything back with her pleads and cries "Yes! I love it when you fuck me like this, like I'm your little toy."

Ash chuckled "Little would be an understatement, that cake of yours has been doing you justice in all the right places." Either way, she gave a glare at his comment and squeezed his cock tighter, he grunted at the action and let out a breathless laugh.

The grip on her arms loosened and she wrapped them around his neck, bringing his face closer to hers and gave him a chaste kiss.

Ash knew she was getting close, and so was he. He could feel it in the way her walls became tighter. She was about to speak but he silenced her with kiss "I know Sunshine, I'm close too."

"Inside, please, make me a mother my love!" With that, he came deep inside her and both of them let out a satisfied sigh.

Sex is Done

"Do you think it worked?" Celestia asked with uncertainty.

"We'll find out soon. But, this also means..."

"We have to come out about our relationship."

A few weeks later, Celestia took a pregnancy test by Orion. And the both of them were more than happy when it came out positive, and even happier when Orion soon later checked that it was triplets.

The both of them were in Celestia's room happily celebrating "Triplets, we're having triplets!" Ash twirled a laughing Celestia in his arms. "Is it three girls, three boys, two girls and a one boy, or one girl and two boys? Oh, I can't wait!"

Celestia laughed at his excitement and told him to put her down with a smile. "My love, we still have to tell everypony." Ash rubbed the back of his head with an embarrassed smile.

"Of course, we'll do that too." Celestia just playfully rolled her eyes at him.

The both them walked down the corridor to the dining hall, everyone was already waiting for them. When all of them were situated, Ash was the one who started off "Me and Celestia have some important news that we wanted to share."

Though before he could continued Chrysalis was the one who blurted out, "The both of them are dating and Sun Princess here is pregnant with triplets." The room was dead silent and Ash glared daggers at Chrysalis. He wasn't surprised she knew, she feeds off love, so could most likely sense it from the two of them and he is honestly surprised that she kept it a secret for this long. If everyone's expressions were anything to go by.

"She's what?!"

"You were dating someone!?"

"She's having triplets!?"

Orion was kinda just floating off to the side, uninterested in the conversation. To be honest, his surprise was used up years ago, when he first found them kissing in the kitchen. Connor turned and saw him not having a care in the world "Orion, why aren't you surprised?"

Said shadow shrugged "I already knew, for awhile actually."

Luna looked at him incredulously "How much is awhile?"

"Multiple years, awhile. I mean, how do you think they figured out she pregnant. They came to me for a test." Again, the whole room went quiet and Luna was the first to yell.

"You knew and didn't come and tell me?!"

Orion leaned and closer and whispered into her ear, her face then becoming a crimson red. "W-w-who told her that?" Orion simply pointed at Ash. And he whispered a few more things into her ear.

Connor soon pointed out "Does that mean, the two of you would have to get married? Cause, you k'now, the baby thing?"

To be honest, the topic wasn't tossed around as much but it was something Ash would love to do later on. They've came out to them, but next was the nobles and then Equestria. The process would be harder with the nobles, but it would be worth the effort and then they wouldn't have to hide anymore. And Celestia wouldn't have to continuously watch other mares flirt with her coltfriend or try and sexually harass him either.

After that was said and said and done, Ash told his friends about his relationship with the sun goddess. They didn't take it as well as the others. They yelled at him and told he broke the protocol and that they didn't tell them in the first place. He apologized, but said it was the only thing he could do, the love they had was currently forbidden. Their love wasn't exactly allowed, considering she was a princess and he was just an alien commoner.

But, none of that was going to stop them, she loved him and he loved her. Nothing was going to change that, and God could strike Ash down, but not even Ash would let that keep him apart from one and only.

Sadly, no matter how hard someone could try to keep what they have, there would always be something or someone to try and take that away.

And the current battle with Commander was far from over.

Author's Note

Hey everyone, glad you're still here even after last week. Anyways, sorry its been awhile, I hoped you enjoyed this chapter though and sorry but not sorry for the time skip in years.

Having that short little message out of the way, I hope you all have a good week and stay safe!

Chapter Thirteen

Celestia was sitting on her throne in the middle of the court room with more than a hundred nobles staring questionably at the sudden call from the sun princess. Ash stood next to her as well as all the others. To say they were nervous would be an understatement, the two were a wreck.

Celestia gave a cough to signal everyone's attention to her. Blueblood was the first one to speak out, "Auntie, why did you call everypony so suddenly, I have a spa appointment in twenty minutes."

Chrysalis responded with a small hint of malice, because she wasn't about to allow some lowlife talk to her future step-sister-in-law. "Quiet you wench, she's about to explain if you would just shut your maw and listen!" This got everyone to be quiet, as well as a few comforting rubs, that made her shiver, from Cadence and Connor.

"Thank you Chrysalis, anyways, my little ponies, I would like to give an announcement that involves me and the human Ash." She gave a deep sigh and comforting smile from her lover, to which she deeply appreciated. "The news is that I'm-"

She was interrupted by the sound of windows being broken. Ponies looked around and saw fawns swinging into the room from pieces of rope. Guards came crashing into the room, magic and spears at the ready.

Celestia and the others watched more and more come crashing into the room. Connor was the first one to move, running over to a stone structure and smashing in onto the ground. The sound catching everyone's attention. He picked up a large shard of the stone and banged it into the head of a fawn approaching his two girlfriends from behind.

Ash powered up his magic as well as Orion and Artemis. The three princesses and queen powered up their horns for any attack. Ash gave a grunt catching the attention of his lover. His vision starting to become a blur, and the power in his hands were fading. Soon falling to the ground to the horror of Celestia. "Ash!" She dropped to her unconscious coltfriend with tears in the brim of her eyes.

Connor looked over and panicked, but saw something lodged in his lower back. A blow dart. He reassured Celestia telling her he was just in a deep sleep.

Smoke then emitted from the air as ruined their vision. When it cleared, Ash's body was gone and being carried by multiple fawns out of the window. Celestia immediately took after him but let out a shrill of pain when an arrow went through her left wing. But that wasn't going to stop her.

She crashed through the window herself and searched desperately to find you. Her breathing became heavier when she couldn't spot you anywhere.

As the same with Ash, Celestia's vision began to blur and go black. The cries from the others were the last thing she heard before she could feel her body beginning to fall to the ground below her.

Ash was eyesight was still terrible but he could make out that he was tied to a chair was chains and shackles around his hands. He tried to break them with fire or lightning, but nothing happened. He was stuck.

He tried to yell, but something was currently covering his mouth.

A rustling sound could be heard from beside him, he looked over to see Celestia, now waking up. Ash called her name but it was muffled.

The clank of the door caught Ash's attention and he turned his head to see multiple fawn looking soldiers enter the room with stern expressions. The sound of door roused Celestia completely and she gave a sigh of relief to see that you unharmed, but she let out a moan of pain, remembering the arrow in her wing. Ash snapped his head to her at the hurtful sound and gasped seeing the root of the problem. His blood boiled at the sight of her bloodied wing.

He faced his head to the door, his eyes full of rage. But it was soon filled with confusion, when a fawn pulled out a horn and blew it loudly inside the room. "Our Commander will be with you two shortly, but she'll be here to deal with you both thoroughly." With that, most of the fawn soldiers left the room except for about four of them.

Two of them moved to the back of the room while the other two stayed in front of Ash and Celestia, near the the door.

Celestia was about to try and blast a ray of magic to help get them out of here but it was immediately cut off by a magic canceling ring on her horn, this caused her to let out a groan and depressing sigh.

Ash knew he wouldn't be able to as well, but he tried anyways, ending in failure though.

The sound of the door was heard and the fawns in the room stood at attention. And one of them called out "Presenting! Our Commander."

The door swung open and a gasp from the figure as well as a soft voice.

"Ash, you're the Sun Mage?"

Ash's eyes widened and tears began to well inside. He recognized that sweet and angelic voice from anywhere.

"Alexis..."

Author's Note

Oh and would you look at that. It seems like the perfect spot to leave on a cliffhanger as well as the end of book one!

Sorry that it was really really short, just been extremely busy today. Just glad I could get out a chapter. Hope you don't mind and that it doesn't bother you about it being short.

Anyways, I seriously hope you enjoyed reading this, cause I sure enjoyed writing it. And I would really like to thank all of you for hanging around and reading this book, it seriously means a lot to me.

So with that out of the way, I hope you all have an amazing day and I'll see you guys soon on the flip side. AND THANK YOU ALL!!!!

(Also, please don't comment about the chapter being short, I know of its longevity. Thank you!)

Chapter Eleven

Previously on Sun Mage

Cadence was the one who stepped up with a worried look. "The kingdom is under keen surveillance."

Connor grow more worried "What for?"

"Changelings, that's why I assigned more guards to keep an eye out."

"Was it just me or was Cadence acting a little unusual to you?"

Artemis gave a quizzical look to Connor "What do you mean?"

"She didn't have that usual spark, and the aura around her seemed a little sinister. And her eyes held a small hint of green in them."

"She's angry because she just now found out that her brother was getting married, let alone dating somepony at all."

Connor gave an outraged look "I know I shouldn't be badmouthing Twilight's brother but. What the hell?! That's just ridiculous! If my brother was dating someone and didn't tell me, I would livid. Can't blame her though."

"Listen, Candy, I know not the best with these things and I don't have any powers like my brother, but I'm trying to lighten things up right now. It's the most I can do."

"Then maybe you should try harder? Hm?" She responded in passive aggressive tone.

Okay this person isn't even trying anymore. "Alright, who are you!?"

Green waves surrounded Cadence. A women with green eyes and irises like a cat. Hair that was black and contained small holes, with dark tan skin. As well as a pair insect wings, stood in front of Connor. "Queen Chrysalis."

Cadence jumped in his arms as she was within reach. "Connor!"

The next thing she did caught him beyond surprise. She kissed him. The action made him freeze. She pulled away when she realized what she's just done. She had a mix of horror on her face at what she's just done, but she also held no regret.

"Would you really go through with this? Risk everything? For a pointless, powerless, irrelevant alien?"

"Yes, because I love him."

"Shining does what to you...?"

"So you're..."

"Being forced to marry Shining."

"Have you heard of any sign of him at all?" Celestia asked one of her guards, though they gave her a sad shake of the head. She requested that they continue to search for him. Celestia watched as the guards sped off. Celestia turned around and went to go find Ash, because after hearing the news, he ran off to somewhere she couldn't find him. And the thought of something happening to him was beginning to bring Celestia to tears.

The guards were looking for Connor, because he suddenly disappeared and no one knows where he is. And her niece's wedding will begin in only fifteen minutes.

As Celestia walked outside of the palace the sound of a small explosion got her attention. Hearing the noise so close the palace, she went into protective mode and flew to where the explosion came from. But as soon as she saw that familiar figure, she tackled the human in a crushing hug. "Amour!" Ash felt himself standing one second but was on the training turf the next. But at hearing her voice he visibly relaxed. "Ash where have you been, you disappeared and I had no clue of where you went."

"Sorry Sunshine, it's just..." Trailing off, he look towards the dirt below him. Celestia doesn't push him to go on.

Celestia placed two fingers on his chin to lift his face up to hers, and gave him a loving kiss to which he automatically melted into. Celestia broke away for one second to speak "Just please don't scare me like that ever again."

Ash gave a nod of his head and Celestia moved to where she was nuzzling his neck and inhaled his scent for more comfort that he was still there. The both of them stayed in that embrace for a few more moments before it was ruined by the sound of gagging. "Jeez, I think it'll be possible for me to get diabetes from your sweetness." Celestia turned around and gave Orion a harsh glare.

Ash gave a small gave of his head "The Shadow Demon has a small point. Can't continue this in the open. Besides, we have a wedding to get started."

"Mares and Gentlecolts, we are gathered here today to witness the union of Princess Mi Amore Cadenza and Shining Armor." The Faint sound of raging footsteps could be faintly heard down the hall outside of the room where the wedding is being held. "Princess Cadence and Shining Armor, it is my great pleasure to pronounce you-"

Princess Celestia was then abruptly interrupted when the Wedding Hall doors were kicked open. "I object!!" Connor stood at the doorway with his hands on his hips with Twilight and the real Cadence standing by his sides.

Ash could only give out an exasperated sigh "Connor, I love that we found you, but the time you picked was terrible!"

Connor ignored and continued to speak "That isn't the real Princess Cadence! That's just Queen Mosquito!"

"Queen Mosquito?" Everyone else looked just as bewildered as Ash did. But that was until the Cadence next to Shining was surrounded by a green circle. Soon changing into the same exact figure Connor encountered before.

"It's Queen Chrysalis, you insolent wench!"

Ash discreetly moved closer to Celestia and took a defensive pose in front of her with electricity coming out of his hands. Celestia noticed and found the action sweet and cute. Shaking her head though, she brought her focus back to Chrysalis "I won't let you harm my little ponies."

Chrysalis gave a dark laugh "What pony said I was going to hurt them? I was simply going to drain them of all their love until they're powerless and with nothing left in them."

"Why?"

"Are you really that dull minded? My subjects need love to live, to survive. And once we take over Canterlot, we'll take all the love in Equestria!"

Connor shook his head and stepped forward. "That's not what I meant. I mean, why go through all this trouble? Why can't this be solved without someone in the process of almost being killed? I mean it seems like I'm innocent-"

Ash only cut him off to yell in the background "I've seen your search history Connor!"

Connor's face grew bright red but tried to get back to his point. "But, this could be settled like adults instead of ending in an apocalypse."

Chrysalis gave small scoff but Connor saw a hint of reasoning in her eyes. "And what would you suppose I do, when all of Equestria hate and leave my subjects unwelcome?"

"Celestia providing some sort of food supply for your subjects, she has a soft spot for alien creatures anyways."

Chrysalis gave a deadpan expression while the rest of the wedding hall gained looks of either disgust or outrage. Chrysalis began to think it over and brought her right hand out towards Celestia. "Well?"

Putting on a regal facade, Celestia walked towards Chrysalis and shook her hand, much to the changeling queen's utter surprise as to everyone else. "We will discuss this subject more at a later time, but you will be escorted to a spare room to where you will call off your army and will stay put until I have the time for you."

Chrysalis gave an annoyed grunt before being let out by nervous and apprehensive guards.

The wedding hall then sounded like that of a debate room.

"You're letting her go!?"

"Why should we give a food supply to her!?"

"You're letting her stay here!?"

Ash walked up to his brother and set a hand on his shoulder "Always a pacifist, but hey, they was a good thing you did. Seriously dumb, but good."

Connor gave a small to his brother but Ash could see death inside them "I'm still going to seriously hurt you for that comment, you know that right?"

Ash only chuckled "Yeah, I know."

When Chrysalis left the room, Shining Armor snapped out of his daze. When Cadence, Twilight and Connor turned their attention to him, all of them sported a frown.

Cadence and Connor may have avoided a civil war, but this was inevitable.

Cadence felt a hand on her shoulder and turned to Connor. "You have to tell her you're not happy and that you don't want to go through with the marriage." She looked towards her aunt, scared. "Don't worry, I'll be there, next to you."

Giving him an appreciated smile, they walked towards the Sun Princess. "Auntie." She turned at the sound of her name, gaze falling on her niece and Ash's brother. "I need to tell you something, it's about Shining Armor and I." She took a deep breath before telling her auntie the truth. "I don't want to marry Shining Armor, I never did."

Celestia looked to her in shock, "But I thought would be happy and that you loved him."

Cadence shook her head "It was just to make you happy." Cadence was then locked in a hug with Celesita, as well as Connor because he was in a really close proximity with them.

"Cadence, if you didn't love him you should have told this from the start. I shouldn't have to be the reason for a relationship you aren't comfortable in being in."

The two of them continued the hug and at this point Connor felt like he was being an intrusion.

Everyone was informed of the events of Cadence not wanting to be wed to Shining, to which Shining's parents were angry about but with a little consoling they respected the love princess's choice. And Celestia went up to talk with Chrysalis as promised and the both of them came to an agreeable compromise. Chrysalis was to stay in the castle until the new hive Celesita ordered to build was complete. And their source of food was going to be given to them in way where no violence or rape ensued. It took a while to get used to Chrysalis living in the palace with them, but managed when they got used to her snarky attitude.

Broken furniture was scattered all across the floor, making all the fawns around the room and near the area to cower. "So now they have the changelings on their side?! Out of all the rulers on God forbidden planet, Chrysalis is the one to become aliases with them?!" She continued to throw anything in her path to suffice her rage, but nothing was working.

"I will do whatever it takes to thrown down those useless princesses and obtain this world. If it's the last thing I do, those princesses and Sun Mage will either down to me or end up dead!"

Author's Note

Shorter chapter, I know. But I try to make the chapters long enough until it seems like that's where the chapter ends. Anyways, I really appreciate you guys sticking around for this story even though are some issues with it. It really means a lot to me. So, I hope you guys have a good week and stay tuned for the next chapter.

Authors Note

Hello Moons, I have news and not that much of good news. I'm currently experiencing writer's block. I can't come up with what to do for this weeks chapter. I really do apologize. But, I should be able to have something to give you by next week. This message is a relatively short one, wouldn't want to waste your time. I hope you understand.

Other than that, I hope you all have a fantastic week.

Celestial_Moon